Afton, MN

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Afton Overview

2,951
TOTAL POPULATION
1,572
MALE POPULATION
1,379
FEMALE POPULATION
114.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
87.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$70,978
PER CAPITA INCOME
$156,466
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$124,159
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
72.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
27.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,376
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Afton Zip Codes

Afton Area Codes

Race in Afton

The most populous races in Afton are White / Caucasian (2,686 | 91.0%), Two or more Races (139 | 4.7%), and Asian (109 | 3.7%).
Race in Afton
Race# Population% Population
Asian1093.7%
Black / African American70.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino321.1%
Native / Alaskan90.3%
White / Caucasian2,68691.0%
Two or more Races1394.7%
Some other Race10.0%
Total2,951100.0%

Ancestry in Afton

The most populous ancestries reported in Afton are German (1,058 | 35.8%), Irish (429 | 14.5%), Norwegian (335 | 11.4%), English (295 | 10.0%), and Swedish (294 | 10.0%), together accounting for 81.7% of all Afton residents.
Ancestry in Afton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American531.8%
Austrian120.4%
Bangladeshi732.5%
British100.3%
Burmese130.4%
Canadian30.1%
Central American20.1%
Chippewa100.3%
Choctaw20.1%
Cuban210.7%
Czech280.9%
Danish180.6%
Dutch862.9%
Eastern European140.5%
English29510.0%
Ethiopian30.1%
European260.9%
Finnish60.2%
French1033.5%
French Canadian531.8%
German1,05835.8%
Indian (Asian)321.1%
Iranian100.3%
Irish42914.5%
Iroquois260.9%
Italian481.6%
Lithuanian40.1%
Luxembourger50.2%
Macedonian40.1%
Mexican90.3%
Northern European160.5%
Norwegian33511.4%
Panamanian20.1%
Polish1314.4%
Portuguese90.3%
Russian200.7%
Scandinavian481.6%
Scotch-Irish110.4%
Scottish1394.7%
Sri Lankan90.3%
Subsaharan African30.1%
Swedish29410.0%
Swiss190.6%
Ukrainian140.5%
Welsh220.7%
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Immigrants in Afton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Afton came from Canada (91 | 3.1%), Asia (62 | 2.1%), South Eastern Asia (58 | 2.0%), Thailand (39 | 1.3%), and Europe (31 | 1.1%), together accounting for 9.5% of all Afton residents.
Immigrants in Afton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa40.1%
Asia622.1%
Canada913.1%
Eastern Africa40.1%
Eastern Europe120.4%
Ethiopia30.1%
Europe311.1%
Germany120.4%
Iran40.1%
Northern Europe70.2%
Philippines190.6%
Poland80.3%
Somalia10.0%
South Central Asia40.1%
South Eastern Asia582.0%
Thailand391.3%
Western Europe120.4%
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Sex and Age in Afton

Sex and Age in Afton

The most populous age groups in Afton are 60 to 64 Years (249 | 15.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (136 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Afton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years77 (4.9%)63 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Years96 (6.1%)114 (8.3%)
10 to 14 Years59 (3.7%)93 (6.7%)
15 to 19 Years35 (2.2%)60 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Years48 (3.0%)54 (3.9%)
25 to 29 Years83 (5.3%)101 (7.3%)
30 to 34 Years61 (3.9%)67 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years81 (5.1%)63 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Years93 (5.9%)56 (4.1%)
45 to 49 Years82 (5.2%)65 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years89 (5.7%)66 (4.8%)
55 to 59 Years128 (8.1%)133 (9.6%)
60 to 64 Years249 (15.8%)136 (9.9%)
65 to 69 Years138 (8.8%)127 (9.2%)
70 to 74 Years130 (8.3%)75 (5.4%)
75 to 79 Years49 (3.1%)52 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years49 (3.1%)20 (1.5%)
85 Years and over25 (1.6%)34 (2.5%)
Total1,572 (100.0%)1,379 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Afton

Median Family Size in Afton

The median family size in Afton is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (777 | 91.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (31 | 3.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.26 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Afton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple777 (91.4%)3.04
Single Male/Father42 (4.9%)2.31
Single Female/Mother31 (3.6%)2.26
Total Families850 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Afton

The median household size in Afton is 2.52 persons per household, with married-couple households (777 | 66.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.09 persons per household. non-family households (317 | 27.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Afton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple777 (66.6%)3.09
Single Male/Father42 (3.6%)2.43
Single Female/Mother31 (2.7%)2.26
Non-family317 (27.2%)1.16
Total Households1,167 (100.0%)2.52

Household Size by Marriage Status in Afton

Out of a total of 1,167 households in Afton, 850 (72.8%) are family households, while 317 (27.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 464, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 259.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Afton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-259 (22.2%)
2-Person Households464 (39.8%)58 (5.0%)
3-Person Households122 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households157 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households70 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households14 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total850 (72.8%)317 (27.2%)

Female Fertility in Afton

Fertility by Age in Afton

Average fertility rate in Afton is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 95.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Afton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years1 (4.3%)5.0
35 to 50 years22 (95.7%)99.0
Total23 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Afton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Afton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Afton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Afton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma1 (4.3%)29.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree8 (34.8%)42.0
Graduate Degree14 (60.9%)184.0
Total23 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Afton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Afton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Afton

Income Overview in Afton

Per Capita Income in Afton is $70,978, while median incomes of families and households are $156,466 and $124,159 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,951$70,978
Median Family Income850$156,466
Mean Family Income850$201,721
Median Household Income1,167$124,159
Mean Household Income1,167$176,360
Income Deficit850$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,95172.17%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,95127.83¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,9510.43

Earnings by Sex in Afton

Average Earnings in Afton are $61,667, $96,579 for men and $26,875 for women, a difference of 72.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Afton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male822 (54.5%)$96,579
Female686 (45.5%)$26,875
Total1,508 (100.0%)$61,667

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Afton

The most common earnings brackets in Afton are $100,000+ for men (390 | 47.4%) and $100,000+ for women (157 | 22.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Afton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (3.8%)36 (5.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9993 (0.4%)44 (6.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49911 (1.3%)64 (9.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99927 (3.3%)35 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (2.8%)42 (6.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)15 (2.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49914 (1.7%)5 (0.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)37 (5.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (1.0%)13 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99947 (5.7%)16 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9996 (0.7%)62 (9.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99921 (2.5%)26 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99925 (3.0%)9 (1.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9998 (1.0%)19 (2.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99918 (2.2%)16 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (2.5%)16 (2.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99941 (5.0%)10 (1.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99919 (2.3%)21 (3.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999109 (13.3%)43 (6.3%)
$100,000+390 (47.4%)157 (22.9%)
Total822 (100.0%)686 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Afton

Average earnings in Afton are $100,795 for men and $31,094 for women, a difference of 69.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $148,958, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $92,500. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $78,250, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $44,531.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Afton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$92,500$78,250
College or Associate's Degree$95,694$0
Bachelor's Degree$96,875$44,531
Graduate Degree$148,958$66,167
Total$100,795$31,094

Family Income in Afton

Family Income Brackets in Afton

According to the Afton family income data, there are 300 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Afton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000303.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999111.3%
$25,000 to $34,99950.6%
$35,000 to $49,999232.7%
$50,000 to $74,999839.8%
$75,000 to $99,9998910.5%
$100,000 to $149,99914517.1%
$150,000 to $199,99916419.3%
$200,000+30035.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Afton

6-person families (33 | 3.9%) account for the highest median family income in Afton with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (471 | 55.4%) have the highest median income of $57,458 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Afton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families471 (55.4%)$114,917
3-Person Families122 (14.3%)$153,125
4-Person Families150 (17.6%)$204,643
5-Person Families70 (8.2%)$189,000
6-Person Families33 (3.9%)$250,001
7+ Person Families4 (0.5%)$0
Total850 (100.0%)$156,466

Family Income by Number of Earners in Afton

The median family income in Afton is $156,466, with families comprising 2 earners (363) having the highest median family income of $187,614, while families with no earners (210) have the lowest median family income of $79,833, accounting for 42.7% and 24.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Afton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners210 (24.7%)$79,833
1 Earner175 (20.6%)$144,750
2 Earners363 (42.7%)$187,614
3+ Earners102 (12.0%)$168,796
Total850 (100.0%)$156,466

Household Income in Afton

Household Income Brackets in Afton

With 320 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Afton, accounting for 27.4% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (0.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Afton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000332.8%
$10,000 to $14,99970.6%
$15,000 to $24,999282.4%
$25,000 to $34,999211.8%
$35,000 to $49,999322.7%
$50,000 to $74,99912410.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991028.7%
$100,000 to $149,99931727.2%
$150,000 to $199,99918415.8%
$200,000+32027.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Afton

The median household income in Afton is $124,159, with the highest median household income of $166,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 226 households (19.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 4 households (0.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Afton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years4 (0.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years226 (19.4%)$166,500
45 to 64 Years528 (45.2%)$135,000
65+ Years409 (35.0%)$113,750
Total1,167 (100.0%)$124,159

Poverty in Afton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Afton

With 8.1% poverty level for males and 1.0% for females among the residents of Afton, 18 to 24 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (50.9%) and 5 females (4.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Afton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years5 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years28 (50.9%)3 (3.7%)
25 to 34 Years12 (8.3%)1 (0.6%)
35 to 44 Years9 (5.2%)5 (4.2%)
45 to 54 Years6 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years62 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (2.5%)
75 Years and over6 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (8.1%)14 (1.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Afton

According to the poverty statistics in Afton, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 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 Afton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years77 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years96 (100.0%)156 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years41 (89.1%)46 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years28 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years27 (49.1%)78 (96.3%)
25 to 34 Years132 (91.7%)167 (99.4%)
35 to 44 Years165 (94.8%)114 (95.8%)
45 to 54 Years165 (96.5%)131 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years315 (83.6%)269 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years268 (100.0%)197 (97.5%)
75 Years and over117 (95.1%)99 (100.0%)
Total1,444 (91.9%)1,356 (99.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Afton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Afton show that 1.4% or 11 of the total 777 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.0%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Afton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children531 (99.1%)5 (0.9%)
1 or 2 Children143 (96.0%)6 (4.0%)
3 or 4 Children88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total766 (98.6%)11 (1.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Afton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Afton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children25 (67.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (59.5%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Afton shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (1.4%) and 25 of the single-parent households (34.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (4.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (39.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Afton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (0.9%)25 (39.1%)
1 or 2 Children6 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (1.4%)25 (34.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Afton

Employment by Class of Employer in Afton

Among the 1,339 employed individuals in Afton, private company employees (785 | 58.6%), self-employed (incorporated) (189 | 14.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (148 | 11.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Afton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees78558.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)18914.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)725.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations14811.1%
Local Government Employees947.0%
State Government Employees433.2%
Federal Government Employees80.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,339100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Afton

According to the labor force statistics for Afton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,440), 56.4% or 1,376 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 32 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 91.1% or 275 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.5% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Afton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years55 (64.0%)14 (25.5%)
20 to 24 Years78 (76.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years133 (72.3%)6 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Years70 (54.7%)5 (7.1%)
35 to 44 Years265 (90.4%)3 (1.1%)
45 to 54 Years275 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years215 (82.4%)4 (1.9%)
60 to 64 Years154 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years130 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,376 (56.4%)32 (2.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Afton

According to labor force statistics for Afton, 71.6% of individuals (1,112) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,553) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 18 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 75.2% or 727 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 75.0% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Afton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School4 (36.4%)8 (75.0%)
High School Diploma101 (74.3%)1 (1.0%)
College / Associate Degree280 (63.8%)6 (1.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher727 (75.2%)14 (1.4%)
Total1,112 (71.6%)25 (1.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Afton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Afton are Management (301 | 22.4%), Community & Social Service (180 | 13.4%), Business & Financial (123 | 9.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100 | 7.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (88 | 6.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Afton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Afton, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (92.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (86.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (90.0%), and Business & Financial (69.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Afton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management203 (67.4%)98 (32.6%)
Business & Financial37 (30.1%)86 (69.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science86 (86.0%)14 (14.0%)
Computers & Mathematics48 (92.3%)4 (7.7%)
Architecture & Engineering14 (58.3%)10 (41.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 72 (40.0%)108 (60.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support19 (52.8%)17 (47.2%)
Education Instruction & Library7 (10.0%)63 (90.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating38 (43.2%)50 (56.8%)
Health Technologists32 (43.2%)42 (56.8%)
Total (Category)436 (55.0%)356 (45.0%)
Total (Overall)760 (56.6%)583 (43.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Afton are Food Preparation & Serving (36 | 2.7%), Personal Care & Service (30 | 2.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (25 | 1.9%), Healthcare Support (23 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (15 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Afton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Afton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (66.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (36.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Afton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Security & Protection15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving23 (63.9%)13 (36.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service10 (33.3%)20 (66.7%)
Total (Category)73 (56.6%)56 (43.4%)
Total (Overall)760 (56.6%)583 (43.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Afton are Sales & Related (110 | 8.2%), and Office & Administration (105 | 7.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Afton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Afton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related47 (42.7%)63 (57.3%)
Office & Administration10 (9.5%)95 (90.5%)
Total (Category)57 (26.5%)158 (73.5%)
Total (Overall)760 (56.6%)583 (43.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Afton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (44 | 3.3%), Construction & Extraction (35 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (6 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Afton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Afton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair41 (93.2%)3 (6.8%)
Total (Category)82 (96.5%)3 (3.5%)
Total (Overall)760 (56.6%)583 (43.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Afton are Production (52 | 3.9%), Material Moving (41 | 3.0%), and Transportation (29 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Afton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Afton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production48 (92.3%)4 (7.7%)
Transportation29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving35 (85.4%)6 (14.6%)
Total (Category)112 (91.8%)10 (8.2%)
Total (Overall)760 (56.6%)583 (43.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Afton

Employment Industries in Afton

The major employment industries in Afton include Health Care & Social Assistance (215 | 16.0%), Professional & Scientific (193 | 14.4%), Manufacturing (147 | 11.0%), Retail Trade (124 | 9.2%), and Finance & Insurance (113 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries in Afton

Employment Industries by Sex in Afton

The Afton industries that see more men than women are Information (100.0%), Construction (95.7%), and Public Administration (88.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (90.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (71.2%), and Educational Services (66.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Afton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting6 (40.0%)9 (60.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction67 (95.7%)3 (4.3%)
Manufacturing96 (65.3%)51 (34.7%)
Wholesale Trade38 (84.4%)7 (15.6%)
Retail Trade61 (49.2%)63 (50.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing62 (83.8%)12 (16.2%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance58 (51.3%)55 (48.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing20 (47.6%)22 (52.4%)
Professional & Scientific134 (69.4%)59 (30.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
Educational Services37 (33.6%)73 (66.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance62 (28.8%)153 (71.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (9.5%)38 (90.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services28 (82.4%)6 (17.6%)
Public Administration40 (88.9%)5 (11.1%)
Total760 (56.6%)583 (43.4%)

Education in Afton

School Enrollment in Afton

The most common levels of schooling among the 568 students in Afton are elementary school (171 | 30.1%), middle school (120 | 21.1%), and college / undergraduate (93 | 16.4%).
School Enrollment in Afton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool498.6%
Kindergarten142.5%
Elementary School17130.1%
Middle School12021.1%
High School8414.8%
College / Undergraduate9316.4%
Graduate / Professional376.5%
Total568100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Afton

Out of a total of 568 students who are enrolled in schools in Afton, 132 (23.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 436 (76.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 20 (74.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 43 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Afton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds27 (75.0%)9 (25.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old153 (78.1%)43 (21.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds123 (84.8%)22 (15.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds41 (67.2%)20 (32.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds7 (25.9%)20 (74.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds21 (67.7%)10 (32.3%)
35 Years and over21 (72.4%)8 (27.6%)
Total436 (76.8%)132 (23.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Afton

Business (255 | 17.8%), social sciences (172 | 12.0%), science & technology (164 | 11.4%), computers & mathematics (129 | 9.0%), and bio, nature & agricultural (99 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,433 individuals in Afton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Afton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1299.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural996.9%
Physical & Health Sciences906.3%
Psychology523.6%
Social Sciences17212.0%
Engineering845.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies40.3%
Science & Technology16411.4%
Business25517.8%
Education765.3%
Literature & Languages604.2%
Liberal Arts & History765.3%
Visual & Performing Arts463.2%
Communications614.3%
Arts & Humanities654.5%
Total1,433100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Afton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Afton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Afton are males with 2 vehicles (255, accounting for 33.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (225, making up 43.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Afton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle44 (5.8%)43 (7.4%)
2 Vehicles255 (33.7%)225 (38.7%)
3 Vehicles203 (26.9%)134 (23.0%)
4 Vehicles154 (20.4%)142 (24.4%)
5 or more Vehicles100 (13.2%)38 (6.5%)
Total756 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Afton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Afton are 20 to 24 minutes (166 commuters, 15.0%), 30 to 34 minutes (165 commuters, 14.9%), and 35 to 39 minutes (135 commuters, 12.2%).
Commute Time in Afton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes292.6%
5 to 9 Minutes635.7%
10 to 14 Minutes605.4%
15 to 19 Minutes12211.0%
20 to 24 Minutes16615.0%
25 to 29 Minutes11210.1%
30 to 34 Minutes16514.9%
35 to 39 Minutes13512.2%
40 to 44 Minutes968.7%
45 to 59 Minutes898.1%
60 to 89 Minutes514.6%
90 or more Minutes181.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Afton

The most common commute times in Afton are 30 to 34 minutes (111 commuters, 17.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (82 commuters, 17.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Afton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes24 (3.7%)5 (1.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes14 (2.2%)49 (10.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes34 (5.2%)26 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes40 (6.2%)82 (17.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes100 (15.4%)66 (14.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes71 (11.0%)41 (8.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes111 (17.1%)54 (11.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes109 (16.8%)26 (5.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes64 (9.9%)32 (7.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes49 (7.6%)40 (8.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes22 (3.4%)29 (6.3%)
90 or more Minutes10 (1.5%)8 (1.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Afton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Afton are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (154, 23.8%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (69, 15.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Afton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM27 (4.2%)4 (0.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (4.2%)1 (0.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM33 (5.1%)24 (5.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM88 (13.6%)22 (4.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM75 (11.6%)69 (15.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM154 (23.8%)61 (13.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM73 (11.3%)27 (5.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM15 (2.3%)55 (12.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM49 (7.6%)44 (9.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM33 (5.1%)56 (12.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM21 (3.2%)31 (6.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM16 (2.5%)6 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM25 (3.9%)43 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM12 (1.8%)15 (3.3%)
Total648 (100.0%)458 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Afton

Occupancy by Ownership in Afton

Of the total 1,167 dwellings in Afton, owner-occupied units account for 1,142 (97.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 25 (2.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Afton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,14297.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units252.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,167100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Afton

Occupancy by Household Size in Afton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household25922.2%
2-Person Household52244.7%
3-Person Household12210.4%
4+ Person Household26422.6%
Total Housing Units1,167100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Afton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Afton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household259 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household501 (96.0%)21 (4.0%)
3-Person Household122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household260 (98.5%)4 (1.5%)
Total Housing Units1,142 (97.9%)25 (2.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Afton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Afton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma143 (94.1%)9 (5.9%)
College/Associate Degree303 (95.0%)16 (5.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher690 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Afton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Afton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years816.9%
35 to 44 Years14912.8%
45 to 54 Years16013.7%
55 to 64 Years36831.5%
65 to 74 Years29124.9%
75 to 84 Years887.5%
85 Years and Over302.6%
Total1,167100.0%

Housing Finances in Afton

Median Income by Occupancy in Afton

Median Income by Occupancy in Afton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,142 (97.9%)$123,990
Renter-Occupied25 (2.1%)$0
Average1,167 (100.0%)$124,159

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Afton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Afton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00033 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (0.3%)4 (16.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99917 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99921 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99931 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999124 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999102 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999312 (27.3%)5 (20.0%)
$150,000 or more488 (42.7%)16 (64.0%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Afton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Afton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30010 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49917 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799186 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999114 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499176 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99959 (5.2%)9 (36.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499101 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999151 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more328 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Afton

Housing Structures in Afton

Housing Structures in Afton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,14498.0%
Single Unit, Attached50.4%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments121.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other60.5%
Total1,167100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Afton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Afton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,131 (98.9%)13 (1.1%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,142 (97.9%)25 (2.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Afton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Afton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms34 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms86 (7.5%)20 (80.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms212 (18.6%)5 (20.0%)
8 or more Rooms810 (70.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Afton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Afton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas776 (67.9%)25 (100.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas214 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity76 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene9 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels56 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used11 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Afton

Household Vehicle Usage in Afton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle264 (23.1%)9 (36.0%)
2 Vehicles429 (37.6%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles449 (39.3%)16 (64.0%)
Total1,142 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Afton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Afton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units475667
Median Property Value$570,100$693,200
Median Household Income$111,250$346
Monthly Housing Costs$932$328
Real Estate Taxes$5,751$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Afton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Afton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9997 (1.5%)47 (7.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999189 (39.8%)125 (18.7%)
$500,000 to $749,999148 (31.2%)196 (29.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99976 (16.0%)142 (21.3%)
$1,000,000 or more55 (11.6%)147 (22.0%)
Total475 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Afton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Afton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (1.7%)31 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99931 (6.5%)25 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (5.3%)6 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99969 (14.5%)6 (0.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99963 (13.3%)55 (8.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999122 (25.7%)39 (5.9%)
$150,000 or more142 (29.9%)190 (28.5%)
Total475 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Afton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Afton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x39 (8.2%)152,583 (22,876.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x50 (10.5%)63 (9.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x97 (20.4%)143 (21.4%)
4.0x or more289 (60.8%)65 (9.8%)
Total475 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Afton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Afton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8006 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
$800 to $1,499469 (98.7%)4 (0.6%)
Total475 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Afton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Afton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Afton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years141 (89.8%)16 (10.2%)
6 to 18 Years426 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years263 (89.8%)30 (10.2%)
35 to 44 Years288 (98.3%)5 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years302 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years645 (99.9%)1 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years470 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,892 (98.2%)52 (1.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Afton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Afton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born141 (89.8%)16 (10.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen426 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Afton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Afton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000125 (91.2%)12 (8.8%)
$25,000 to $49,99985 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999267 (98.5%)4 (1.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over2,206 (98.4%)35 (1.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Afton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Afton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 69 (5.7%)134 (85.4%)
6 to 18 Years37 (8.7%)396 (93.0%)
19 to 25 Years18 (13.3%)117 (86.7%)
25 to 34 Years35 (11.9%)228 (77.8%)
35 to 44 Years31 (10.6%)268 (91.5%)
45 to 54 Years30 (9.9%)272 (90.1%)
55 to 64 Years110 (17.0%)542 (83.9%)
65 to 74 Years449 (95.5%)318 (67.7%)
75 Years and over217 (97.8%)174 (78.4%)
Total936 (31.8%)2,449 (83.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Afton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Afton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.6%)
5 to 17 Years10 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (5.0%)1 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years45 (6.2%)13 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years17 (6.3%)20 (9.9%)
75 Years and over39 (31.7%)34 (34.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Afton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Afton: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years37 (5.1%)4 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years9 (3.4%)7 (3.5%)
75 Years and over12 (9.8%)7 (7.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Afton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.6%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (0.7%)4 (2.0%)
75 Years and over6 (4.9%)4 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Afton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (3.5%)1 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years5 (0.7%)4 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.0%)
75 Years and over15 (12.2%)9 (9.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Afton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)4 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over21 (17.1%)22 (22.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Afton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (2.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (17.2%)

Technology Access in Afton

Computing Device Access in Afton

Computing Device Access in Afton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,07091.7%
Smartphone1,10794.9%
Tablet90977.9%
No Computing Device121.0%
Total1,167100.0%

Internet Access in Afton

Internet Access in Afton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,00986.5%
Cellular Data Only736.3%
Satellite Internet11810.1%
No Internet242.1%
Total1,167100.0%

Afton Summary

Afton, Minnesota is a small city located in Washington County, Minnesota. It is situated on the St. Croix River, just south of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is part of the Stillwater-Woodbury-Afton metropolitan area.

History

Afton was first settled in 1844 by a group of settlers from New York. The settlers named the area after the Afton River in Scotland. The first post office was established in 1854 and the city was officially incorporated in 1858.
The city was originally a farming community, but in the late 19th century, it became a popular tourist destination. The city was home to several resorts, including the Afton House Inn, which was built in 1885. The inn was a popular destination for wealthy families from the Twin Cities area.
In the early 20th century, the city began to experience a period of growth. The St. Croix Valley Railroad was built in 1906, connecting Afton to the Twin Cities. This allowed for increased trade and commerce in the area.

Geography

Afton is located in Washington County, Minnesota. It is situated on the St. Croix River, just south of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a hilly area, with the highest point being the Afton Bluff, which is located at an elevation of 890 feet. The city is also home to several lakes, including Lake Afton, Lake St. Croix, and Lake Elmo.

Economy

The economy of Afton is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The city is home to several resorts, including the Afton House Inn, which is a popular destination for tourists from the Twin Cities area. The city is also home to several wineries, including the Afton House Winery and the St. Croix Vineyards.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy. The city is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Afton was 2,521. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median household income in Afton was $68,750, and the median family income was $76,250. The per capita income for the city was $30,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Afton?
Total Population of Afton is 2,951.
What is the Total Male Population of Afton?
Total Male Population of Afton is 1,572.
What is the Total Female Population of Afton?
Total Female Population of Afton is 1,379.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Afton?
There are 114.00 Males per 100 Females in Afton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Afton?
There are 87.72 Females per 100 Males in Afton.
What is the Median Population Age in Afton?
Median Population Age in Afton is 50.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Afton
Average Family Size in Afton is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Afton
Average Household Size in Afton is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Afton?
Per Capita income in Afton is $70,978.
What is the Median Family Income in Afton?
Median Family Income in Afton is $156,466.
What is the Median Household income in Afton?
Median Household Income in Afton is $124,159.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Afton?
Income or Wage Gap in Afton is 72.2%.
Women in Afton earn 27.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Afton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Afton is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Afton?
There are 1,376 People in the Labor Forcein in Afton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Afton?
56.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Afton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Afton?
Unemployment Rate in Afton is 2.3%.