Paw Paw, MI

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3,318
TOTAL POPULATION
1,726
MALE POPULATION
1,592
FEMALE POPULATION
108.42
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.24
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,053
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,683
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,516
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,384
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Paw Paw

The most populous races in Paw Paw are White / Caucasian (2,887 | 87.0%), Hispanic or Latino (421 | 12.7%), and Two or more Races (337 | 10.2%).
Race in Paw Paw
Race# Population% Population
Asian310.9%
Black / African American551.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino42112.7%
Native / Alaskan80.2%
White / Caucasian2,88787.0%
Two or more Races33710.2%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,318100.0%

Ancestry in Paw Paw

The most populous ancestries reported in Paw Paw are German (774 | 23.3%), Irish (427 | 12.9%), Mexican (329 | 9.9%), English (311 | 9.4%), and French (230 | 6.9%), together accounting for 62.4% of all Paw Paw residents.
Ancestry in Paw Paw
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1414.3%
Arab70.2%
Australian401.2%
Blackfeet130.4%
British100.3%
Burmese892.7%
Cherokee130.4%
Chippewa60.2%
Cuban341.0%
Czech70.2%
Czechoslovakian100.3%
Danish130.4%
Dutch1324.0%
English3119.4%
European722.2%
Finnish90.3%
French2306.9%
German77423.3%
Hungarian391.2%
Indian (Asian)170.5%
Irish42712.9%
Italian1665.0%
Korean601.8%
Mexican3299.9%
Moroccan70.2%
Norwegian822.5%
Polish2126.4%
Potawatomi80.2%
Puerto Rican461.4%
Scottish802.4%
Spaniard120.4%
Swedish321.0%
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Immigrants in Paw Paw

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Paw Paw came from Australia (40 | 1.2%), Oceania (40 | 1.2%), Asia (31 | 0.9%), Central America (31 | 0.9%), and Latin America (31 | 0.9%), together accounting for 5.2% of all Paw Paw residents.
Immigrants in Paw Paw
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia310.9%
Australia401.2%
Central America310.9%
Europe110.3%
Latin America310.9%
Mexico310.9%
Northern Europe110.3%
Norway110.3%
Oceania401.2%
Philippines310.9%
South Eastern Asia310.9%
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Sex and Age in Paw Paw

Sex and Age in Paw Paw

The most populous age groups in Paw Paw are 35 to 39 Years (269 | 15.6%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (192 | 12.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years193 (11.2%)103 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years265 (15.3%)106 (6.7%)
10 to 14 Years105 (6.1%)71 (4.5%)
15 to 19 Years95 (5.5%)102 (6.4%)
20 to 24 Years96 (5.6%)55 (3.5%)
25 to 29 Years128 (7.4%)192 (12.1%)
30 to 34 Years44 (2.5%)83 (5.2%)
35 to 39 Years269 (15.6%)77 (4.8%)
40 to 44 Years49 (2.8%)176 (11.1%)
45 to 49 Years64 (3.7%)69 (4.3%)
50 to 54 Years116 (6.7%)93 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years82 (4.8%)121 (7.6%)
60 to 64 Years45 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years66 (3.8%)111 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years31 (1.8%)101 (6.3%)
75 to 79 Years48 (2.8%)60 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over29 (1.7%)72 (4.5%)
Total1,726 (100.0%)1,592 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Paw Paw

Median Family Size in Paw Paw

The median family size in Paw Paw is 3.11 persons per family, with married-couple families (353 | 43.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.81 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (137 | 16.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.21 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Paw Paw
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple353 (43.6%)3.81
Single Male/Father137 (16.9%)2.21
Single Female/Mother319 (39.4%)2.73
Total Families809 (100.0%)3.11

Median Household Size in Paw Paw

The median household size in Paw Paw is 2.30 persons per household, with married-couple households (353 | 25.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.88 persons per household. non-family households (560 | 40.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Paw Paw
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple353 (25.8%)3.88
Single Male/Father137 (10.0%)2.21
Single Female/Mother319 (23.3%)2.79
Non-family560 (40.9%)1.05
Total Households1,369 (100.0%)2.30

Household Size by Marriage Status in Paw Paw

Out of a total of 1,369 households in Paw Paw, 809 (59.1%) are family households, while 560 (40.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 331, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 531.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Paw Paw
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-531 (38.8%)
2-Person Households331 (24.2%)29 (2.1%)
3-Person Households164 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households203 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households89 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households17 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total809 (59.1%)560 (40.9%)

Female Fertility in Paw Paw

Fertility by Age in Paw Paw

Average fertility rate in Paw Paw is 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 176.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 72.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years18 (72.0%)176.0
20 to 34 years7 (28.0%)21.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total25 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Paw Paw

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Paw Paw
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Paw Paw

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Paw Paw
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School25 (100.0%)219.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total25 (100.0%)33.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Paw Paw

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Paw Paw
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)

Income in Paw Paw

Income Overview in Paw Paw

Per Capita Income in Paw Paw is $24,053, while median incomes of families and households are $59,683 and $46,516 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,318$24,053
Median Family Income809$59,683
Mean Family Income809$72,271
Median Household Income1,369$46,516
Mean Household Income1,369$54,461
Income Deficit809$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,31829.39%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,31870.61¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,3180.45

Earnings by Sex in Paw Paw

Average Earnings in Paw Paw are $32,463, $41,917 for men and $29,599 for women, a difference of 29.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Paw Paw
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male831 (55.2%)$41,917
Female673 (44.8%)$29,599
Total1,504 (100.0%)$32,463

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Paw Paw

The most common earnings brackets in Paw Paw are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (114 | 13.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (128 | 19.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Paw Paw
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less6 (0.7%)37 (5.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (0.7%)18 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49926 (3.1%)11 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99921 (2.5%)19 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49941 (4.9%)27 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99941 (4.9%)23 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49929 (3.5%)23 (3.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)51 (7.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49969 (8.3%)8 (1.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999101 (12.1%)128 (19.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99914 (1.7%)63 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99950 (6.0%)38 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99915 (1.8%)24 (3.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99940 (4.8%)37 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99956 (6.7%)29 (4.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99992 (11.1%)80 (11.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999114 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99982 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+28 (3.4%)57 (8.5%)
Total831 (100.0%)673 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Paw Paw

Average earnings in Paw Paw are $51,677 for men and $31,369 for women, a difference of 39.3%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,089, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $52,348. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,556, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,050.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Paw Paw
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$55,089$26,050
College or Associate's Degree$52,348$36,875
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$51,677$31,369

Family Income in Paw Paw

Family Income Brackets in Paw Paw

According to the Paw Paw family income data, there are 213 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Paw Paw
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0009311.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9999111.2%
$35,000 to $49,999708.7%
$50,000 to $74,99918522.9%
$75,000 to $99,99914017.3%
$100,000 to $149,99921326.3%
$150,000 to $199,999121.5%
$200,000+50.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Paw Paw

5-person families (89 | 11.0%) account for the highest median family income in Paw Paw with $81,458 per family, while 2-person families (346 | 42.8%) have the highest median income of $28,594 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Paw Paw
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families346 (42.8%)$57,188
3-Person Families162 (20.0%)$58,281
4-Person Families190 (23.5%)$0
5-Person Families89 (11.0%)$81,458
6-Person Families17 (2.1%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (0.6%)$0
Total809 (100.0%)$59,683

Family Income by Number of Earners in Paw Paw

The median family income in Paw Paw is $59,683, with families comprising 2 earners (281) having the highest median family income of $107,521, while families with no earners (171) have the lowest median family income of $2,499, accounting for 34.7% and 21.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Paw Paw
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners171 (21.1%)$2,499
1 Earner286 (35.3%)$59,336
2 Earners281 (34.7%)$107,521
3+ Earners71 (8.8%)$87,788
Total809 (100.0%)$59,683

Household Income in Paw Paw

Household Income Brackets in Paw Paw

With 252 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Paw Paw, accounting for 18.4% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (0.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Paw Paw
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00017012.4%
$10,000 to $14,999815.9%
$15,000 to $24,99916412.0%
$25,000 to $34,99915711.5%
$35,000 to $49,99916211.8%
$50,000 to $74,99925218.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991279.3%
$100,000 to $149,99924017.5%
$150,000 to $199,999120.9%
$200,000+50.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Paw Paw

The median household income in Paw Paw is $46,516, with the highest median household income of $52,450 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 518 households (37.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,781, with 71 households (5.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Paw Paw
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years71 (5.2%)$32,781
25 to 44 Years518 (37.8%)$52,450
45 to 64 Years384 (28.1%)$44,464
65+ Years396 (28.9%)$37,083
Total1,369 (100.0%)$46,516

Poverty in Paw Paw

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Paw Paw

With 12.0% poverty level for males and 16.3% for females among the residents of Paw Paw, under 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 102 males (52.8%) and 93 females (35.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years102 (52.8%)25 (24.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years49 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years13 (9.5%)93 (35.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)9 (3.8%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)31 (19.1%)
55 to 64 Years17 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (12.4%)69 (32.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)24 (18.2%)
Total193 (12.0%)251 (16.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Paw Paw

According to the poverty statistics in Paw Paw, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years91 (47.1%)78 (75.7%)
5 Years83 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years224 (82.1%)141 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years9 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years164 (100.0%)94 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years124 (90.5%)168 (64.4%)
35 to 44 Years285 (100.0%)229 (96.2%)
45 to 54 Years159 (100.0%)131 (80.9%)
55 to 64 Years105 (86.1%)121 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years85 (87.6%)143 (67.4%)
75 Years and over78 (100.0%)108 (81.8%)
Total1,421 (88.0%)1,288 (83.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Paw Paw

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Paw Paw
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total353 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Paw Paw

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Paw Paw
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)93 (29.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Paw Paw

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Paw Paw
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)93 (20.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Paw Paw

Employment by Class of Employer in Paw Paw

Among the 1,293 employed individuals in Paw Paw, private company employees (1,031 | 79.7%), self-employed (not incorporated) (75 | 5.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (59 | 4.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Paw Paw
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,03179.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)272.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)755.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations594.6%
Local Government Employees382.9%
State Government Employees241.9%
Federal Government Employees393.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,293100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Paw Paw

According to the labor force statistics for Paw Paw, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,445), 56.6% or 1,384 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 91 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 86.1% or 130 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.4% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years85 (50.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years130 (86.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years178 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years86 (67.7%)15 (17.4%)
35 to 44 Years425 (74.4%)72 (16.9%)
45 to 54 Years251 (73.4%)7 (2.8%)
55 to 59 Years106 (52.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years14 (31.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years108 (35.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,384 (56.6%)91 (6.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Paw Paw

According to labor force statistics for Paw Paw, 65.9% of individuals (1,060) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,608) are in the labor force, with 8.7% or 92 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 70.9% or 466 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.0% or 57 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Paw Paw
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School47 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma438 (68.4%)83 (13.0%)
College / Associate Degree466 (70.9%)47 (7.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher109 (64.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,060 (65.9%)140 (8.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Paw Paw

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Paw Paw are Health Diagnosing & Treating (63 | 5.0%), Community & Social Service (40 | 3.2%), Business & Financial (34 | 2.7%), Management (27 | 2.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (27 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Paw Paw

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Paw Paw, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Management (96.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Paw Paw
OccupationMaleFemale
Management26 (96.3%)1 (3.7%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science18 (66.7%)9 (33.3%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 11 (27.5%)29 (72.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating19 (30.2%)44 (69.8%)
Health Technologists5 (31.2%)11 (68.8%)
Total (Category)74 (38.7%)117 (61.3%)
Total (Overall)654 (51.5%)616 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Paw Paw are Food Preparation & Serving (163 | 12.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (99 | 7.8%), Personal Care & Service (65 | 5.1%), Security & Protection (23 | 1.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (23 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Paw Paw

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Paw Paw, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (78.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (30.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Paw Paw
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Security & Protection23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving113 (69.3%)50 (30.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service14 (21.5%)51 (78.5%)
Total (Category)249 (67.8%)118 (32.2%)
Total (Overall)654 (51.5%)616 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Paw Paw are Office & Administration (197 | 15.5%), and Sales & Related (107 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Paw Paw

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Paw Paw
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related47 (43.9%)60 (56.1%)
Office & Administration20 (10.2%)177 (89.8%)
Total (Category)67 (22.0%)237 (78.0%)
Total (Overall)654 (51.5%)616 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Paw Paw are Construction & Extraction (117 | 9.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Paw Paw

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Paw Paw
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction108 (92.3%)9 (7.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)138 (93.9%)9 (6.1%)
Total (Overall)654 (51.5%)616 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Paw Paw are Production (111 | 8.7%), Transportation (76 | 6.0%), and Material Moving (74 | 5.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Paw Paw

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Paw Paw
OccupationMaleFemale
Production8 (7.2%)103 (92.8%)
Transportation54 (71.1%)22 (28.9%)
Material Moving64 (86.5%)10 (13.5%)
Total (Category)126 (48.3%)135 (51.7%)
Total (Overall)654 (51.5%)616 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Paw Paw

Employment Industries in Paw Paw

The major employment industries in Paw Paw include Retail Trade (280 | 22.1%), Manufacturing (208 | 16.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (163 | 12.8%), Administrative & Support (134 | 10.5%), and Construction (73 | 5.8%).
Employment Industries in Paw Paw

Employment Industries by Sex in Paw Paw

The Paw Paw industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Paw Paw
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction56 (76.7%)17 (23.3%)
Manufacturing75 (36.1%)133 (63.9%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade112 (40.0%)168 (60.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing41 (74.6%)14 (25.5%)
Utilities18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support126 (94.0%)8 (6.0%)
Educational Services11 (31.4%)24 (68.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance30 (50.8%)29 (49.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation14 (58.3%)10 (41.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services123 (75.5%)40 (24.5%)
Public Administration5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total654 (51.5%)616 (48.5%)

Education in Paw Paw

School Enrollment in Paw Paw

The most common levels of schooling among the 731 students in Paw Paw are elementary school (223 | 30.5%), middle school (146 | 20.0%), and college / undergraduate (132 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in Paw Paw
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool517.0%
Kindergarten9913.5%
Elementary School22330.5%
Middle School14620.0%
High School7310.0%
College / Undergraduate13218.1%
Graduate / Professional71.0%
Total731100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Paw Paw

Out of a total of 731 students who are enrolled in schools in Paw Paw, 116 (15.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 615 (84.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 116 (33.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 176 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Paw Paw
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old227 (66.2%)116 (33.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total615 (84.1%)116 (15.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Paw Paw

Business (73 | 28.2%), liberal arts & history (42 | 16.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (29 | 11.2%), social sciences (23 | 8.9%), and education (21 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 259 individuals in Paw Paw who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Paw Paw
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2911.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology155.8%
Social Sciences238.9%
Engineering114.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology187.0%
Business7328.2%
Education218.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History4216.2%
Visual & Performing Arts103.9%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities176.6%
Total259100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Paw Paw

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Paw Paw

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Paw Paw are males with 2 vehicles (391, accounting for 57.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (209, making up 63.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Paw Paw
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle12 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle111 (16.4%)311 (50.6%)
2 Vehicles391 (57.8%)209 (34.0%)
3 Vehicles92 (13.6%)72 (11.7%)
4 Vehicles64 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles7 (1.0%)23 (3.7%)
Total677 (100.0%)615 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Paw Paw

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Paw Paw are 10 to 14 minutes (212 commuters, 17.5%), 25 to 29 minutes (202 commuters, 16.6%), and 30 to 34 minutes (184 commuters, 15.2%).
Commute Time in Paw Paw
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes947.7%
5 to 9 Minutes13411.0%
10 to 14 Minutes21217.5%
15 to 19 Minutes917.5%
20 to 24 Minutes14511.9%
25 to 29 Minutes20216.6%
30 to 34 Minutes18415.2%
35 to 39 Minutes393.2%
40 to 44 Minutes272.2%
45 to 59 Minutes725.9%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes141.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Paw Paw

The most common commute times in Paw Paw are 30 to 34 minutes (129 commuters, 19.1%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (110 commuters, 20.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Paw Paw
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes43 (6.4%)51 (9.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes47 (6.9%)87 (16.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes121 (17.9%)91 (17.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes75 (11.1%)16 (3.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes74 (10.9%)71 (13.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes92 (13.6%)110 (20.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes129 (19.1%)55 (10.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (2.7%)21 (3.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes27 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes37 (5.5%)35 (6.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes14 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Paw Paw

The most frequent times of departure to work in Paw Paw are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (121, 17.9%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (149, 27.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Paw Paw
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM26 (3.8%)21 (3.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM36 (5.3%)9 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (1.8%)28 (5.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM23 (3.4%)149 (27.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM119 (17.6%)22 (4.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM70 (10.3%)53 (9.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM80 (11.8%)115 (21.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)22 (4.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM14 (2.1%)31 (5.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM7 (1.0%)19 (3.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM45 (6.7%)23 (4.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM121 (17.9%)10 (1.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM112 (16.5%)35 (6.5%)
Total677 (100.0%)537 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Paw Paw

Occupancy by Ownership in Paw Paw

Of the total 1,369 dwellings in Paw Paw, owner-occupied units account for 717 (52.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 652 (47.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Paw Paw
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units71752.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units65247.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,369100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Paw Paw

Occupancy by Household Size in Paw Paw
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household53138.8%
2-Person Household36026.3%
3-Person Household16412.0%
4+ Person Household31422.9%
Total Housing Units1,369100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Paw Paw

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Paw Paw
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household215 (40.5%)316 (59.5%)
2-Person Household215 (59.7%)145 (40.3%)
3-Person Household93 (56.7%)71 (43.3%)
4+ Person Household194 (61.8%)120 (38.2%)
Total Housing Units717 (52.4%)652 (47.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Paw Paw

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Paw Paw
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13 (17.1%)63 (82.9%)
High School Diploma237 (43.7%)305 (56.3%)
College/Associate Degree339 (58.1%)245 (41.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher128 (76.6%)39 (23.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Paw Paw

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Paw Paw
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years36726.8%
35 to 44 Years22216.2%
45 to 54 Years21115.4%
55 to 64 Years17312.6%
65 to 74 Years23317.0%
75 to 84 Years977.1%
85 Years and Over664.8%
Total1,369100.0%

Housing Finances in Paw Paw

Median Income by Occupancy in Paw Paw

Median Income by Occupancy in Paw Paw
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied717 (52.4%)$62,986
Renter-Occupied652 (47.6%)$28,421
Average1,369 (100.0%)$46,516

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Paw Paw

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Paw Paw
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00047 (6.6%)115 (17.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99953 (7.4%)28 (4.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99924 (3.4%)105 (16.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)35 (5.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99922 (3.1%)135 (20.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (6.0%)118 (18.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999183 (25.5%)69 (10.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999108 (15.1%)19 (2.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999212 (29.6%)28 (4.3%)
$150,000 or more17 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total717 (100.0%)652 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Paw Paw

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Paw Paw
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30010 (1.4%)41 (6.3%)
$300 to $49962 (8.6%)92 (14.1%)
$500 to $799130 (18.1%)146 (22.4%)
$800 to $999158 (22.0%)194 (29.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499293 (40.9%)148 (22.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99923 (3.2%)17 (2.6%)
$2,000 to $2,49916 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99925 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total717 (100.0%)652 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Paw Paw

Housing Structures in Paw Paw

Housing Structures in Paw Paw
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached77656.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments543.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1269.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments16311.9%
10 or more Apartments18013.2%
Mobile Home / Other705.1%
Total1,369100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Paw Paw

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Paw Paw
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached676 (87.1%)100 (12.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)126 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)163 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)180 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other41 (58.6%)29 (41.4%)
Total717 (52.4%)652 (47.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Paw Paw

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Paw Paw
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)51 (7.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms17 (2.4%)197 (30.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms188 (26.2%)272 (41.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms393 (54.8%)66 (10.1%)
8 or more Rooms119 (16.6%)66 (10.1%)
Total717 (100.0%)652 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Paw Paw

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Paw Paw
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas675 (94.1%)506 (77.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas29 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity13 (1.8%)118 (18.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)12 (1.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)16 (2.5%)
Total717 (100.0%)652 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Paw Paw

Household Vehicle Usage in Paw Paw
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle24 (3.4%)90 (13.8%)
1 Vehicle312 (43.5%)435 (66.7%)
2 Vehicles219 (30.5%)111 (17.0%)
3 or more Vehicles162 (22.6%)16 (2.5%)
Total717 (100.0%)652 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Paw Paw

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Paw Paw

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units146571
Median Property Value$111,800$124,900
Median Household Income$45,556$17
Monthly Housing Costs$505$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,786$15

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Paw Paw

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Paw Paw
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00030 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9999 (6.2%)170 (29.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999107 (73.3%)349 (61.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)18 (3.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)34 (5.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total146 (100.0%)571 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Paw Paw

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Paw Paw
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99955 (37.7%)55 (9.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (6.9%)22 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (10.3%)12 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99935 (24.0%)28 (4.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (12.3%)148 (25.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (8.9%)90 (15.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)199 (34.8%)
Total146 (100.0%)571 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Paw Paw

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Paw Paw
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x80 (54.8%)77,228 (13,525.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)341 (59.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x7 (4.8%)105 (18.4%)
4.0x or more59 (40.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total146 (100.0%)571 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Paw Paw

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Paw Paw
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80024 (16.4%)11 (1.9%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)41 (7.2%)
$800 to $1,499103 (70.6%)22 (3.8%)
Total146 (100.0%)571 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Paw Paw

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paw Paw

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years393 (95.2%)20 (4.8%)
6 to 18 Years555 (93.9%)36 (6.1%)
19 to 25 Years147 (93.6%)10 (6.4%)
26 to 34 Years357 (92.0%)31 (8.0%)
35 to 44 Years470 (94.0%)30 (6.0%)
45 to 54 Years291 (90.6%)30 (9.3%)
55 to 64 Years218 (89.7%)25 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years299 (96.8%)10 (3.2%)
75 Years and older210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,940 (93.9%)192 (6.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Paw Paw

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Paw Paw
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born393 (95.2%)20 (4.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen555 (93.9%)36 (6.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen147 (93.6%)10 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Paw Paw

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Paw Paw
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000591 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999518 (91.2%)50 (8.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999519 (92.7%)41 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999421 (84.7%)76 (15.3%)
$100,000 and over886 (97.3%)25 (2.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paw Paw

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6202 (48.9%)243 (58.8%)
6 to 18 Years157 (26.6%)431 (72.9%)
19 to 25 Years73 (46.5%)97 (61.8%)
25 to 34 Years154 (39.7%)214 (55.1%)
35 to 44 Years125 (25.0%)415 (83.0%)
45 to 54 Years78 (24.3%)228 (71.0%)
55 to 64 Years163 (67.1%)55 (22.6%)
65 to 74 Years299 (96.8%)165 (53.4%)
75 Years and over210 (100.0%)80 (38.1%)
Total1,461 (46.7%)1,928 (61.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Paw Paw

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Paw Paw
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years28 (9.3%)33 (9.3%)
35 to 64 Years53 (9.8%)144 (27.6%)
65 to 74 Years31 (32.0%)46 (21.7%)
75 Years and over36 (46.2%)79 (59.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Paw Paw

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Paw Paw: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years15 (5.0%)16 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years29 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years31 (32.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (15.4%)35 (26.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Paw Paw: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (12.4%)19 (9.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)35 (26.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Paw Paw: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (4.3%)16 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years29 (5.3%)104 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (10.3%)9 (4.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)35 (26.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Paw Paw: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (4.3%)16 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years24 (4.4%)36 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years10 (10.3%)27 (12.7%)
75 Years and over24 (30.8%)79 (59.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Paw Paw: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years24 (4.4%)24 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over22 (28.2%)35 (26.5%)

Technology Access in Paw Paw

Computing Device Access in Paw Paw

Computing Device Access in Paw Paw
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,02474.8%
Smartphone1,13783.1%
Tablet75655.2%
No Computing Device805.8%
Total1,369100.0%

Internet Access in Paw Paw

Internet Access in Paw Paw
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home91867.1%
Cellular Data Only29821.8%
Satellite Internet201.5%
No Internet15311.2%
Total1,369100.0%

Paw Paw Summary

Paw Paw is a small village located in the southwestern corner of Michigan, in Van Buren County. It is situated on the banks of the Paw Paw River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The village has a population of 3,521, according to the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Paw Paw was first settled in the early 1800s by French-Canadian fur traders. The village was officially founded in 1837, and was named after the Paw Paw River, which was named by the Potawatomi Indians who lived in the area. The village was incorporated in 1867.
In the late 1800s, Paw Paw was a thriving agricultural community, with a variety of crops being grown in the area. The village was also home to several factories, including a flour mill, a sawmill, and a furniture factory.
In the early 1900s, the village began to experience a decline in population as people moved away to larger cities. However, the village was able to maintain its small-town charm, and it remains a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts.

Geography

Paw Paw is located in the southwestern corner of Michigan, in Van Buren County. It is situated on the banks of the Paw Paw River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The village is located approximately 25 miles south of Kalamazoo, and about 50 miles east of South Bend, Indiana.
The village has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the surrounding area. The climate is humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

Paw Paw’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The village is home to several wineries, as well as a variety of small businesses. The village also has a number of antique shops, art galleries, and restaurants.
The village is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a variety of other retail stores.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, Paw Paw has a population of 3,521. The population is predominantly white (94.3%), with small percentages of African American (2.2%), Hispanic (1.3%), and Asian (0.7%) residents. The median household income is $41,944, and the median age is 40.
The village is served by the Paw Paw Public School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The village is also home to a branch of the Van Buren District Library.

Conclusion

Paw Paw is a small village located in the southwestern corner of Michigan, in Van Buren County. It is situated on the banks of the Paw Paw River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The village has a population of 3,521, according to the 2010 census. The village’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and it is home to several wineries, as well as a variety of small businesses. The village is served by the Paw Paw Public School District, and is home to a branch of the Van Buren District Library.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Paw Paw?
Total Population of Paw Paw is 3,318.
What is the Total Male Population of Paw Paw?
Total Male Population of Paw Paw is 1,726.
What is the Total Female Population of Paw Paw?
Total Female Population of Paw Paw is 1,592.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Paw Paw?
There are 108.42 Males per 100 Females in Paw Paw.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Paw Paw?
There are 92.24 Females per 100 Males in Paw Paw.
What is the Median Population Age in Paw Paw?
Median Population Age in Paw Paw is 35.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Paw Paw
Average Family Size in Paw Paw is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Paw Paw
Average Household Size in Paw Paw is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Paw Paw?
Per Capita income in Paw Paw is $24,053.
What is the Median Family Income in Paw Paw?
Median Family Income in Paw Paw is $59,683.
What is the Median Household income in Paw Paw?
Median Household Income in Paw Paw is $46,516.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Paw Paw?
Income or Wage Gap in Paw Paw is 29.4%.
Women in Paw Paw earn 70.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Paw Paw?
Inequality or Gini Index in Paw Paw is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Paw Paw?
There are 1,384 People in the Labor Forcein in Paw Paw.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Paw Paw?
56.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Paw Paw.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Paw Paw?
Unemployment Rate in Paw Paw is 6.6%.