Ham Lake, MN
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Ham Lake Overview
16,489
TOTAL POPULATION
8,491
MALE POPULATION
7,998
FEMALE POPULATION
106.16
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$53,543
PER CAPITA INCOME
$130,216
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$112,854
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,479
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ham Lake Area Codes
Race in Ham Lake
The most populous races in Ham Lake are White / Caucasian (15,132 | 91.8%), Asian (811 | 4.9%), and Two or more Races (398 | 2.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 811 | 4.9% |
| Black / African American | 58 | 0.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 365 | 2.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 21 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,132 | 91.8% |
| Two or more Races | 398 | 2.4% |
| Some other Race | 69 | 0.4% |
| Total | 16,489 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ham Lake
The most populous ancestries reported in Ham Lake are German (5,353 | 32.5%), Norwegian (2,628 | 15.9%), Swedish (2,042 | 12.4%), Irish (1,898 | 11.5%), and American (1,750 | 10.6%), together accounting for 82.9% of all Ham Lake residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,750 | 10.6% |
| Arab | 8 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 37 | 0.2% |
| Bangladeshi | 615 | 3.7% |
| Belgian | 26 | 0.2% |
| British | 42 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 13 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 124 | 0.7% |
| Cherokee | 57 | 0.4% |
| Chilean | 43 | 0.3% |
| Chippewa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 123 | 0.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 85 | 0.5% |
| Danish | 91 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 263 | 1.6% |
| Eastern European | 9 | 0.1% |
| English | 867 | 5.3% |
| Estonian | 17 | 0.1% |
| European | 252 | 1.5% |
| Finnish | 142 | 0.9% |
| French | 369 | 2.2% |
| French Canadian | 348 | 2.1% |
| German | 5,353 | 32.5% |
| Greek | 27 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 26 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 82 | 0.5% |
| Irish | 1,898 | 11.5% |
| Iroquois | 11 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 452 | 2.7% |
| Korean | 35 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 8 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 38 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 135 | 0.8% |
| Navajo | 8 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 9 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 2,628 | 15.9% |
| Paraguayan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,026 | 6.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.0% |
| Romanian | 62 | 0.4% |
| Russian | 229 | 1.4% |
| Salvadoran | 118 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 636 | 3.9% |
| Scotch-Irish | 11 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 110 | 0.7% |
| Serbian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 34 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 43 | 0.3% |
| Slovene | 15 | 0.1% |
| South American | 89 | 0.5% |
| Spaniard | 10 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 2,042 | 12.4% |
| Swiss | 40 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 30 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 212 | 1.3% |
| Welsh | 12 | 0.1% |
| Yugoslavian | 17 | 0.1% | View All 62 Rows |
Immigrants in Ham Lake
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ham Lake came from Asia (352 | 2.1%), South Eastern Asia (289 | 1.8%), Laos (178 | 1.1%), Europe (135 | 0.8%), and Eastern Europe (98 | 0.6%), together accounting for 6.4% of all Ham Lake residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 352 | 2.1% |
| Canada | 8 | 0.1% |
| China | 49 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 63 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 98 | 0.6% |
| Europe | 135 | 0.8% |
| Germany | 10 | 0.1% |
| Guyana | 19 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 14 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 178 | 1.1% |
| Latin America | 33 | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | 13 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 35 | 0.2% |
| Romania | 9 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 15 | 0.1% |
| Somalia | 1 | 0.0% |
| South America | 33 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 289 | 1.8% |
| Southern Europe | 10 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 10 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 59 | 0.4% |
| Ukraine | 74 | 0.4% |
| Vietnam | 17 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 23 | 0.1% | View All 27 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ham Lake
Sex and Age in Ham Lake
The most populous age groups in Ham Lake are 50 to 54 Years (742 | 8.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (669 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 572 (6.7%) | 545 (6.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 490 (5.8%) | 544 (6.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 710 (8.4%) | 407 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 507 (6.0%) | 568 (7.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 374 (4.4%) | 437 (5.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 373 (4.4%) | 360 (4.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 309 (3.6%) | 443 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 510 (6.0%) | 425 (5.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 618 (7.3%) | 626 (7.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 503 (5.9%) | 389 (4.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 742 (8.7%) | 606 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 625 (7.4%) | 669 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 694 (8.2%) | 623 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 562 (6.6%) | 614 (7.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 474 (5.6%) | 411 (5.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 294 (3.5%) | 220 (2.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 95 (1.1%) | 63 (0.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 39 (0.5%) | 48 (0.6%) |
| Total | 8,491 (100.0%) | 7,998 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ham Lake
Median Family Size in Ham Lake
The median family size in Ham Lake is 3.12 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,238 | 88.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (338 | 7.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.69 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,238 (88.7%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 201 (4.2%) | 2.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 338 (7.1%) | 2.69 |
| Total Families | 4,777 (100.0%) | 3.12 |
Median Household Size in Ham Lake
The median household size in Ham Lake is 2.80 persons per household, with single male/father households (201 | 3.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.35 persons per household. non-family households (1,106 | 18.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,238 (72.0%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 201 (3.4%) | 3.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 338 (5.8%) | 2.82 |
| Non-family | 1,106 (18.8%) | 1.26 |
| Total Households | 5,883 (100.0%) | 2.80 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ham Lake
Out of a total of 5,883 households in Ham Lake, 4,777 (81.2%) are family households, while 1,106 (18.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,336, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 834.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 834 (14.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,336 (39.7%) | 264 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 810 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,004 (17.1%) | 8 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 359 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 143 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 125 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,777 (81.2%) | 1,106 (18.8%) |
Female Fertility in Ham Lake
Fertility by Age in Ham Lake
Average fertility rate in Ham Lake is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 57.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 86 (57.7%) | 69.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 63 (42.3%) | 41.0 |
| Total | 149 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ham Lake
83.9% of women with births (149) in Ham Lake are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 27.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 62 (72.1%) | 24 (27.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 125 (83.9%) | 24 (16.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Ham Lake
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 64 (42.9%) | 146.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (25.5%) | 34.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27 (18.1%) | 34.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 20 (13.4%) | 38.0 |
| Total | 149 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ham Lake
16.1% of women with births in Ham Lake are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 37.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 40 (62.5%) | 24 (37.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 125 (83.9%) | 24 (16.1%) |
Income in Ham Lake
Income Overview in Ham Lake
Per Capita Income in Ham Lake is $53,543, while median incomes of families and households are $130,216 and $112,854 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,489 | $53,543 |
| Median Family Income | 4,777 | $130,216 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,777 | $163,693 |
| Median Household Income | 5,883 | $112,854 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,883 | $146,393 |
| Income Deficit | 4,777 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,489 | 19.96% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,489 | 80.04¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,489 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Ham Lake
Average Earnings in Ham Lake are $59,601, $67,521 for men and $54,044 for women, a difference of 20.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,803 (54.1%) | $67,521 |
| Female | 4,069 (45.9%) | $54,044 |
| Total | 8,872 (100.0%) | $59,601 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ham Lake
The most common earnings brackets in Ham Lake are $100,000+ for men (1,481 | 30.8%) and $100,000+ for women (736 | 18.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 109 (2.3%) | 146 (3.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 108 (2.2%) | 150 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 122 (2.5%) | 84 (2.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 79 (1.6%) | 177 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 142 (3.0%) | 170 (4.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 105 (2.2%) | 140 (3.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 90 (1.9%) | 84 (2.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 32 (0.7%) | 40 (1.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 56 (1.2%) | 80 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 123 (2.6%) | 116 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 74 (1.5%) | 113 (2.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 203 (4.2%) | 135 (3.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 105 (2.2%) | 224 (5.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 156 (3.3%) | 76 (1.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 249 (5.2%) | 181 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 116 (2.4%) | 138 (3.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 511 (10.6%) | 419 (10.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 177 (3.7%) | 251 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 765 (15.9%) | 609 (15.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,481 (30.8%) | 736 (18.1%) |
| Total | 4,803 (100.0%) | 4,069 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ham Lake
Average earnings in Ham Lake are $77,693 for men and $61,454 for women, a difference of 20.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $111,875, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $42,102. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $85,231, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,813.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $42,102 | $27,813 |
| High School Diploma | $55,938 | $28,750 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $75,132 | $53,092 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $110,670 | $77,446 |
| Graduate Degree | $111,875 | $85,231 |
| Total | $77,693 | $61,454 |
Family Income in Ham Lake
Family Income Brackets in Ham Lake
According to the Ham Lake family income data, there are 1,304 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 14 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 24 | 0.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 14 | 0.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 48 | 1.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 96 | 2.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 296 | 6.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 621 | 13.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 554 | 11.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,065 | 22.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 755 | 15.8% |
| $200,000+ | 1,304 | 27.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ham Lake
5-person families (343 | 7.2%) account for the highest median family income in Ham Lake with $223,313 per family, while 2-person families (2,396 | 50.2%) have the highest median income of $53,778 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,396 (50.2%) | $107,557 |
| 3-Person Families | 815 (17.1%) | $148,173 |
| 4-Person Families | 960 (20.1%) | $193,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 343 (7.2%) | $223,313 |
| 6-Person Families | 138 (2.9%) | $193,200 |
| 7+ Person Families | 125 (2.6%) | $114,781 |
| Total | 4,777 (100.0%) | $130,216 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ham Lake
The median family income in Ham Lake is $130,216, with families comprising 3+ earners (665) having the highest median family income of $208,203, while families with no earners (945) have the lowest median family income of $70,568, accounting for 13.9% and 19.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 945 (19.8%) | $70,568 |
| 1 Earner | 1,011 (21.2%) | $97,090 |
| 2 Earners | 2,156 (45.1%) | $164,643 |
| 3+ Earners | 665 (13.9%) | $208,203 |
| Total | 4,777 (100.0%) | $130,216 |
Household Income in Ham Lake
Household Income Brackets in Ham Lake
With 1,365 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Ham Lake, accounting for 23.2% of all households. In contrast, only 47 households (0.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 47 | 0.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 59 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 212 | 3.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 194 | 3.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 500 | 8.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 818 | 13.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 700 | 11.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,171 | 19.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 818 | 13.9% |
| $200,000+ | 1,365 | 23.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ham Lake
The median household income in Ham Lake is $112,854, with the highest median household income of $148,059 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,701 households (45.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,014, with 93 households (1.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 93 (1.6%) | $44,014 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,517 (25.8%) | $141,908 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,701 (45.9%) | $148,059 |
| 65+ Years | 1,572 (26.7%) | $75,417 |
| Total | 5,883 (100.0%) | $112,854 |
Poverty in Ham Lake
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ham Lake
With 3.0% poverty level for males and 3.5% for females among the residents of Ham Lake, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (11.6%) and 76 females (12.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 24 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (12.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 18 (4.0%) | 12 (5.6%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 21 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 15 (2.6%) | 12 (1.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 73 (6.5%) | 68 (6.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 21 (1.7%) | 18 (1.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 62 (4.7%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (0.8%) | 56 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (2.6%) | 32 (9.7%) |
| Total | 259 (3.0%) | 275 (3.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ham Lake
According to the poverty statistics in Ham Lake, males aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 548 (95.8%) | 545 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 166 (100.0%) | 95 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 583 (100.0%) | 543 (87.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 432 (96.0%) | 202 (94.4%) |
| 15 Years | 38 (88.4%) | 133 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 252 (92.3%) | 219 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 550 (97.4%) | 641 (98.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 681 (99.9%) | 803 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,055 (93.5%) | 983 (93.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,224 (98.3%) | 977 (98.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,257 (95.3%) | 1,291 (99.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,028 (99.2%) | 969 (94.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 417 (97.4%) | 299 (90.3%) |
| Total | 8,231 (97.0%) | 7,700 (96.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ham Lake
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ham Lake show that 1.4% or 60 of the total 4,238 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.1%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,510 (99.1%) | 24 (0.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,254 (98.7%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 353 (94.9%) | 19 (5.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,178 (98.6%) | 60 (1.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ham Lake
According to the poverty data in Ham Lake, 7.0% or 14 single-father households and 3.5% or 12 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (11.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (42.9%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 14 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (42.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14 (7.0%) | 12 (3.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ham Lake
The poverty data for Ham Lake shows that 60 of the married-couple family households (1.4%) and 26 of the single-parent households (4.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (5.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (42.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 24 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 17 (1.3%) | 14 (5.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 19 (5.1%) | 12 (42.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 60 (1.4%) | 26 (4.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ham Lake
Employment by Class of Employer in Ham Lake
Among the 8,166 employed individuals in Ham Lake, private company employees (5,478 | 67.1%), not-for-profit organizations (761 | 9.3%), and self-employed (incorporated) (570 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,478 | 67.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 570 | 7.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 393 | 4.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 761 | 9.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 557 | 6.8% |
| State Government Employees | 315 | 3.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 82 | 1.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 10 | 0.1% |
| Total | 8,166 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ham Lake
According to the labor force statistics for Ham Lake, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,045), 65.0% or 8,479 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 203 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 96.7% or 709 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.9% or 31 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 309 (34.4%) | 31 (9.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 620 (76.4%) | 39 (6.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 709 (96.7%) | 36 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 701 (93.2%) | 21 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,867 (85.7%) | 67 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,998 (89.2%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,153 (89.1%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 788 (59.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 286 (13.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,479 (65.0%) | 203 (2.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ham Lake
According to labor force statistics for Ham Lake, 84.7% of individuals (7,212) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,515) are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 137 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 89.0% or 3,046 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.3% or 91 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 143 (56.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,282 (77.3%) | 43 (2.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,745 (86.3%) | 105 (3.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,046 (89.0%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| Total | 7,212 (84.7%) | 162 (1.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ham Lake
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ham Lake are Management (1,231 | 14.9%), Business & Financial (721 | 8.7%), Community & Social Service (706 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (571 | 6.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (529 | 6.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ham Lake, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (74.3%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (72.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.2%), Health Technologists (85.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (83.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 713 (57.9%) | 518 (42.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 293 (40.6%) | 428 (59.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 393 (74.3%) | 136 (25.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 163 (65.7%) | 85 (34.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 221 (83.1%) | 45 (16.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 9 (60.0%) | 6 (40.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 198 (28.1%) | 508 (72.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 25 (16.5%) | 127 (83.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 14 (22.2%) | 49 (77.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 86 (22.1%) | 304 (77.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 73 (72.3%) | 28 (27.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 73 (12.8%) | 498 (87.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 53 (14.1%) | 323 (85.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,670 (44.4%) | 2,088 (55.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,444 (53.9%) | 3,801 (46.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ham Lake are Food Preparation & Serving (198 | 2.4%), Personal Care & Service (177 | 2.1%), Security & Protection (172 | 2.1%), Healthcare Support (161 | 1.9%), and Law Enforcement (137 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ham Lake, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (67.4%), Law Enforcement (56.9%), and Security & Protection (45.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Healthcare Support (90.7%), and Personal Care & Service (85.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 15 (9.3%) | 146 (90.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 78 (45.4%) | 94 (54.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 78 (56.9%) | 59 (43.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 67 (33.8%) | 131 (66.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 91 (67.4%) | 44 (32.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 25 (14.1%) | 152 (85.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 276 (32.7%) | 567 (67.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,444 (53.9%) | 3,801 (46.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ham Lake are Office & Administration (785 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (720 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 446 (61.9%) | 274 (38.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 176 (22.4%) | 609 (77.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 622 (41.3%) | 883 (58.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,444 (53.9%) | 3,801 (46.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ham Lake are Construction & Extraction (491 | 6.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (403 | 4.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (19 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 9 (47.4%) | 10 (52.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 491 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 403 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 903 (98.9%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,444 (53.9%) | 3,801 (46.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ham Lake are Production (587 | 7.1%), Material Moving (328 | 4.0%), and Transportation (311 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 470 (80.1%) | 117 (19.9%) |
| Transportation | 302 (97.1%) | 9 (2.9%) |
| Material Moving | 201 (61.3%) | 127 (38.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 973 (79.4%) | 253 (20.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,444 (53.9%) | 3,801 (46.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ham Lake
Employment Industries in Ham Lake
The major employment industries in Ham Lake include Manufacturing (1,554 | 18.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,004 | 12.2%), Construction (801 | 9.7%), Educational Services (632 | 7.7%), and Retail Trade (610 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ham Lake
The Ham Lake industries that see more men than women are Construction (94.3%), Information (94.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (88.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.3%), Educational Services (73.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (58.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 27 (42.9%) | 36 (57.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 755 (94.3%) | 46 (5.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 938 (60.4%) | 616 (39.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 252 (72.4%) | 96 (27.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 280 (45.9%) | 330 (54.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 293 (82.1%) | 64 (17.9%) |
| Utilities | 109 (85.8%) | 18 (14.2%) |
| Information | 65 (94.2%) | 4 (5.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 224 (47.6%) | 247 (52.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 113 (67.7%) | 54 (32.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 247 (48.0%) | 267 (51.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 17 (68.0%) | 8 (32.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 113 (54.3%) | 95 (45.7%) |
| Educational Services | 167 (26.4%) | 465 (73.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 138 (13.8%) | 866 (86.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 100 (88.5%) | 13 (11.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 149 (41.6%) | 209 (58.4%) |
| Public Administration | 160 (47.2%) | 179 (52.8%) |
| Total | 4,444 (53.9%) | 3,801 (46.1%) |
Education in Ham Lake
School Enrollment in Ham Lake
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,844 students in Ham Lake are high school (1,116 | 29.0%), elementary school (814 | 21.2%), and college / undergraduate (722 | 18.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 257 | 6.7% |
| Kindergarten | 236 | 6.1% |
| Elementary School | 814 | 21.2% |
| Middle School | 631 | 16.4% |
| High School | 1,116 | 29.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 722 | 18.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 68 | 1.8% |
| Total | 3,844 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ham Lake
Out of a total of 3,844 students who are enrolled in schools in Ham Lake, 515 (13.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,329 (86.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 52 (26.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 611 (91.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 177 (87.2%) | 26 (12.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 751 (81.3%) | 173 (18.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,002 (91.3%) | 96 (8.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 611 (91.5%) | 57 (8.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 271 (87.4%) | 39 (12.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 219 (87.3%) | 32 (12.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 148 (74.0%) | 52 (26.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 150 (78.9%) | 40 (21.0%) |
| Total | 3,329 (86.6%) | 515 (13.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ham Lake
Business (1,020 | 22.3%), science & technology (565 | 12.3%), education (457 | 10.0%), computers & mathematics (432 | 9.4%), and social sciences (328 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 4,583 individuals in Ham Lake who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 432 | 9.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 321 | 7.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 224 | 4.9% |
| Psychology | 215 | 4.7% |
| Social Sciences | 328 | 7.2% |
| Engineering | 322 | 7.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 19 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 565 | 12.3% |
| Business | 1,020 | 22.3% |
| Education | 457 | 10.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 79 | 1.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 40 | 0.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 178 | 3.9% |
| Communications | 160 | 3.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 223 | 4.9% |
| Total | 4,583 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ham Lake
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ham Lake
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ham Lake are males with 2 vehicles (1,696, accounting for 38.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,325, making up 44.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 37 (0.9%) | 36 (0.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 271 (6.2%) | 190 (5.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,696 (38.8%) | 1,325 (35.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,200 (27.5%) | 1,103 (29.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 632 (14.5%) | 558 (14.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 534 (12.2%) | 576 (15.2%) |
| Total | 4,370 (100.0%) | 3,788 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ham Lake
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ham Lake are 30 to 34 minutes (1,563 commuters, 21.8%), 45 to 59 minutes (921 commuters, 12.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (919 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 101 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 231 | 3.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 461 | 6.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 896 | 12.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 919 | 12.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 553 | 7.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,563 | 21.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 398 | 5.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 538 | 7.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 921 | 12.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 532 | 7.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 55 | 0.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ham Lake
The most common commute times in Ham Lake are 30 to 34 minutes (903 commuters, 22.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (660 commuters, 20.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 50 (1.3%) | 51 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 154 (3.8%) | 77 (2.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 169 (4.2%) | 292 (9.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 502 (12.6%) | 394 (12.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 545 (13.6%) | 374 (11.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 231 (5.8%) | 322 (10.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 903 (22.6%) | 660 (20.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 265 (6.6%) | 133 (4.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 411 (10.3%) | 127 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 375 (9.4%) | 546 (17.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 385 (9.6%) | 147 (4.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 11 (0.3%) | 44 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ham Lake
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ham Lake are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (654, 16.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (632, 20.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 200 (5.0%) | 102 (3.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 359 (9.0%) | 124 (3.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 307 (7.7%) | 159 (5.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 632 (15.8%) | 449 (14.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 340 (8.5%) | 354 (11.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 654 (16.4%) | 632 (20.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 342 (8.6%) | 452 (14.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 335 (8.4%) | 241 (7.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 98 (2.5%) | 80 (2.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 247 (6.2%) | 102 (3.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 56 (1.4%) | 18 (0.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 13 (0.3%) | 48 (1.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 153 (3.8%) | 252 (8.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 265 (6.6%) | 154 (4.9%) |
| Total | 4,001 (100.0%) | 3,167 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ham Lake
Occupancy by Ownership in Ham Lake
Of the total 5,883 dwellings in Ham Lake, owner-occupied units account for 5,598 (95.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 285 (4.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,598 | 95.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 285 | 4.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,883 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ham Lake
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 834 | 14.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,600 | 44.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 810 | 13.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,639 | 27.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,883 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ham Lake
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 693 (83.1%) | 141 (16.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,528 (97.2%) | 72 (2.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 782 (96.5%) | 28 (3.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,595 (97.3%) | 44 (2.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,598 (95.2%) | 285 (4.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ham Lake
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 249 (94.0%) | 16 (6.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,088 (87.8%) | 151 (12.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,053 (95.3%) | 102 (4.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,208 (99.3%) | 16 (0.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ham Lake
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 556 | 9.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,054 | 17.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,225 | 20.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,476 | 25.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,087 | 18.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 428 | 7.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 57 | 1.0% |
| Total | 5,883 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ham Lake
Median Income by Occupancy in Ham Lake
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,598 (95.2%) | $117,176 |
| Renter-Occupied | 285 (4.8%) | $46,131 |
| Average | 5,883 (100.0%) | $112,854 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ham Lake
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 9 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 21 (0.4%) | 20 (7.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 51 (0.9%) | 8 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 49 (0.9%) | 50 (17.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 92 (1.6%) | 18 (6.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 184 (3.3%) | 8 (2.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 428 (7.6%) | 73 (25.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 794 (14.2%) | 24 (8.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 676 (12.1%) | 26 (9.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,138 (20.3%) | 32 (11.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,156 (38.5%) | 26 (9.1%) |
| Total | 5,598 (100.0%) | 285 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ham Lake
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 101 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 352 (6.3%) | 8 (2.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,096 (19.6%) | 15 (5.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 272 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 632 (11.3%) | 143 (50.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 900 (16.1%) | 70 (24.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 856 (15.3%) | 8 (2.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 652 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 737 (13.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,598 (100.0%) | 285 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ham Lake
Housing Structures in Ham Lake
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,936 | 83.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 457 | 7.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 7 | 0.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 134 | 2.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 349 | 5.9% |
| Total | 5,883 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ham Lake
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,794 (97.1%) | 142 (2.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 445 (97.4%) | 12 (2.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 10 (7.5%) | 124 (92.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 349 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,598 (95.2%) | 285 (4.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ham Lake
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 49 (0.9%) | 87 (30.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,021 (18.2%) | 104 (36.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,604 (28.6%) | 39 (13.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,924 (52.2%) | 55 (19.3%) |
| Total | 5,598 (100.0%) | 285 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ham Lake
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 5,282 (94.4%) | 224 (78.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (2.5%) |
| Electricity | 231 (4.1%) | 54 (19.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 20 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 65 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,598 (100.0%) | 285 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ham Lake
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 58 (1.0%) | 55 (19.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 728 (13.0%) | 93 (32.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,504 (44.7%) | 60 (21.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,308 (41.2%) | 77 (27.0%) |
| Total | 5,598 (100.0%) | 285 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ham Lake
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ham Lake
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,827 | 3,771 |
| Median Property Value | $376,700 | $421,600 |
| Median Household Income | $81,404 | $1,753 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $634 | $737 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,188 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ham Lake
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 256 (14.0%) | 74 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 13 (0.7%) | 64 (1.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 416 (22.8%) | 800 (21.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 813 (44.5%) | 1,726 (45.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 292 (16.0%) | 819 (21.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 28 (1.5%) | 242 (6.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 9 (0.5%) | 46 (1.2%) |
| Total | 1,827 (100.0%) | 3,771 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ham Lake
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 9 (0.5%) | 27 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 56 (3.1%) | 21 (0.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 80 (4.4%) | 136 (3.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 184 (10.1%) | 104 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 491 (26.9%) | 244 (6.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 201 (11.0%) | 303 (8.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 403 (22.1%) | 475 (12.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 403 (22.1%) | 735 (19.5%) |
| Total | 1,827 (100.0%) | 3,771 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ham Lake
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 469 (25.7%) | 138,679 (3,677.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 277 (15.2%) | 1,100 (29.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 273 (14.9%) | 877 (23.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 808 (44.2%) | 472 (12.5%) |
| Total | 1,827 (100.0%) | 3,771 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ham Lake
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 221 (12.1%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 54 (3.0%) | 104 (2.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,517 (83.0%) | 168 (4.5%) |
| Total | 1,827 (100.0%) | 3,771 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ham Lake
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ham Lake
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,365 (99.1%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,772 (99.1%) | 26 (0.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,046 (98.5%) | 16 (1.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,342 (96.3%) | 52 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,102 (97.4%) | 56 (2.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,196 (98.0%) | 44 (2.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,541 (97.3%) | 70 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,061 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 759 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,184 (98.3%) | 277 (1.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ham Lake
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,365 (99.1%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,772 (99.1%) | 26 (0.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,046 (98.5%) | 16 (1.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ham Lake
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 452 (91.7%) | 41 (8.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,234 (96.6%) | 44 (3.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,822 (99.8%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,584 (98.8%) | 19 (1.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 11,074 (98.5%) | 168 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ham Lake
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 257 (18.6%) | 1,108 (80.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 359 (12.8%) | 2,463 (88.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 199 (18.7%) | 847 (79.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 194 (13.9%) | 1,148 (82.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 209 (9.7%) | 1,937 (89.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 142 (6.3%) | 2,160 (96.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 363 (13.9%) | 2,274 (87.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,032 (98.6%) | 1,593 (77.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 759 (100.0%) | 592 (78.0%) |
| Total | 4,514 (27.4%) | 14,122 (85.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ham Lake
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (1.8%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 106 (8.6%) | 137 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 312 (8.5%) | 232 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 184 (17.8%) | 58 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 111 (25.9%) | 76 (23.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ham Lake
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (1.5%) | 58 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 154 (4.2%) | 143 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 112 (10.8%) | 39 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (19.4%) | 34 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (0.5%) | 122 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (2.4%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (1.5%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 68 (5.5%) | 73 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 80 (2.2%) | 144 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (0.5%) | 36 (10.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.6%) | 63 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 120 (3.3%) | 167 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (4.7%) | 18 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 59 (13.8%) | 76 (23.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 26 (0.7%) | 122 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (7.2%) | 13 (3.9%) |
Technology Access in Ham Lake
Computing Device Access in Ham Lake
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,213 | 88.6% |
| Smartphone | 5,321 | 90.4% |
| Tablet | 4,266 | 72.5% |
| No Computing Device | 277 | 4.7% |
| Total | 5,883 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ham Lake
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 26 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 4,534 | 77.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 710 | 12.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 254 | 4.3% |
| No Internet | 434 | 7.4% |
| Total | 5,883 | 100.0% |
Ham Lake Summary
Ham Lake is a city located in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 21,272 at the 2010 census. The city is located on the northern border of Anoka County, and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
History
The area that is now Ham Lake was first settled in the late 1800s. The first settlers were mostly of German and Scandinavian descent. The area was originally known as “Hamlin”, after the first settler, John Hamlin. The name was later changed to “Ham Lake”, after the lake that was located in the area.
The city of Ham Lake was officially incorporated in 1957. The city was originally a small farming community, but has since grown into a suburban city.
Geography
Ham Lake is located at 45°14′N 93°17′W (45.23, -93.28). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles (41.8 km2), of which 15.7 square miles (40.7 km2) is land and 0.5 square miles (1.2 km2) is water.
The city is located on the northern border of Anoka County, and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The city is bordered by the cities of Blaine, Andover, and Oak Grove.
Economy
The economy of Ham Lake is largely based on retail and services. The city is home to several large retail stores, including Target, Walmart, and Home Depot. The city also has several restaurants, banks, and other businesses.
The city is also home to several industrial and manufacturing businesses. The largest employer in the city is the Anoka County Airport, which employs over 1,000 people.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 21,272 people, 8,072 households, and 5,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,355.2 people per square mile (524.2/km2). There were 8,521 housing units at an average density of 541.2 per square mile (209.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 8,072 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.3% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.11.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $60,945, and the median income for a family was $71,945. Males had a median income of $50,945 versus $35,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,945. About 2.7% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ham Lake?
Total Population of Ham Lake is 16,489.
What is the Total Male Population of Ham Lake?
Total Male Population of Ham Lake is 8,491.
What is the Total Female Population of Ham Lake?
Total Female Population of Ham Lake is 7,998.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ham Lake?
There are 106.16 Males per 100 Females in Ham Lake.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ham Lake?
There are 94.19 Females per 100 Males in Ham Lake.
What is the Median Population Age in Ham Lake?
Median Population Age in Ham Lake is 42.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ham Lake
Average Family Size in Ham Lake is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ham Lake
Average Household Size in Ham Lake is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ham Lake?
Per Capita income in Ham Lake is $53,543.
What is the Median Family Income in Ham Lake?
Median Family Income in Ham Lake is $130,216.
What is the Median Household income in Ham Lake?
Median Household Income in Ham Lake is $112,854.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ham Lake?
Income or Wage Gap in Ham Lake is 20.0%.
Women in Ham Lake earn 80.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ham Lake?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ham Lake is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ham Lake?
There are 8,479 People in the Labor Forcein in Ham Lake.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ham Lake?
65.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Ham Lake.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ham Lake?
Unemployment Rate in Ham Lake is 2.4%.