Mountain Iron, MN

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Mountain Iron Overview

2,862
TOTAL POPULATION
1,372
MALE POPULATION
1,490
FEMALE POPULATION
92.08
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.60
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,610
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,830
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,429
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,723
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,506
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mountain Iron Zip Codes

Mountain Iron Area Codes

Race in Mountain Iron

The most populous races in Mountain Iron are White / Caucasian (2,734 | 95.5%), Asian (54 | 1.9%), and Native / Alaskan (36 | 1.3%).
Race in Mountain Iron
Race# Population% Population
Asian541.9%
Black / African American50.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan361.3%
White / Caucasian2,73495.5%
Two or more Races331.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,862100.0%

Ancestry in Mountain Iron

The most populous ancestries reported in Mountain Iron are German (769 | 26.9%), Finnish (632 | 22.1%), Swedish (320 | 11.2%), American (213 | 7.4%), and Norwegian (200 | 7.0%), together accounting for 74.6% of all Mountain Iron residents.
Ancestry in Mountain Iron
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2137.4%
Bangladeshi401.4%
Burmese250.9%
Chippewa361.3%
Croatian401.4%
Czech421.5%
Czechoslovakian90.3%
Danish501.8%
Dutch50.2%
Eastern European150.5%
English592.1%
European1334.6%
Finnish63222.1%
French311.1%
French Canadian672.3%
German76926.9%
Irish1515.3%
Italian923.2%
Norwegian2007.0%
Polish642.2%
Scandinavian461.6%
Scotch-Irish120.4%
Scottish441.5%
Serbian70.2%
Slavic551.9%
Slovak90.3%
Slovene511.8%
Swedish32011.2%
Yugoslavian70.2%
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Immigrants in Mountain Iron

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mountain Iron came from Asia (33 | 1.1%), Laos (19 | 0.7%), South Eastern Asia (19 | 0.7%), Eastern Asia (14 | 0.5%), and Korea (14 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.5% of all Mountain Iron residents.
Immigrants in Mountain Iron
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia331.1%
Eastern Asia140.5%
Europe70.2%
Korea140.5%
Laos190.7%
Northern Europe70.2%
South Eastern Asia190.7%
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Sex and Age in Mountain Iron

Sex and Age in Mountain Iron

The most populous age groups in Mountain Iron are 65 to 69 Years (149 | 10.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (171 | 11.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (1.5%)75 (5.0%)
5 to 9 Years20 (1.5%)66 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Years60 (4.4%)95 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Years107 (7.8%)74 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Years43 (3.1%)75 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years92 (6.7%)53 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Years107 (7.8%)87 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Years70 (5.1%)56 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years95 (6.9%)100 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years140 (10.2%)73 (4.9%)
50 to 54 Years85 (6.2%)117 (7.9%)
55 to 59 Years96 (7.0%)83 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years79 (5.8%)171 (11.5%)
65 to 69 Years149 (10.9%)144 (9.7%)
70 to 74 Years144 (10.5%)83 (5.6%)
75 to 79 Years26 (1.9%)51 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years11 (0.8%)39 (2.6%)
85 Years and over28 (2.0%)48 (3.2%)
Total1,372 (100.0%)1,490 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mountain Iron

Median Family Size in Mountain Iron

The median family size in Mountain Iron is 2.51 persons per family, with married-couple families (617 | 72.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.57 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (70 | 8.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.26 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mountain Iron
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple617 (72.0%)2.57
Single Male/Father70 (8.2%)2.26
Single Female/Mother170 (19.8%)2.37
Total Families857 (100.0%)2.51

Median Household Size in Mountain Iron

The median household size in Mountain Iron is 2.15 persons per household, with single female/mother households (170 | 12.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.93 persons per household. non-family households (461 | 35.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mountain Iron
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple617 (46.8%)2.57
Single Male/Father70 (5.3%)2.69
Single Female/Mother170 (12.9%)2.93
Non-family461 (35.0%)1.23
Total Households1,318 (100.0%)2.15

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mountain Iron

Out of a total of 1,318 households in Mountain Iron, 857 (65.0%) are family households, while 461 (35.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 564, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 366.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mountain Iron
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-366 (27.8%)
2-Person Households564 (42.8%)95 (7.2%)
3-Person Households118 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households133 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households42 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total857 (65.0%)461 (35.0%)

Female Fertility in Mountain Iron

Fertility by Age in Mountain Iron

Average fertility rate in Mountain Iron is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 270.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years20 (100.0%)270.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total20 (100.0%)38.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mountain Iron

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mountain Iron
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Mountain Iron

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mountain Iron
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School20 (100.0%)177.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total20 (100.0%)38.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mountain Iron

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mountain Iron
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)

Income in Mountain Iron

Income Overview in Mountain Iron

Per Capita Income in Mountain Iron is $37,610, while median incomes of families and households are $81,830 and $67,429 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,862$37,610
Median Family Income857$81,830
Mean Family Income857$89,564
Median Household Income1,318$67,429
Mean Household Income1,318$79,157
Income Deficit857$9,723
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,86230.21%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,86269.79¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,8620.38

Earnings by Sex in Mountain Iron

Average Earnings in Mountain Iron are $46,989, $57,019 for men and $39,795 for women, a difference of 30.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Mountain Iron
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male736 (48.4%)$57,019
Female783 (51.5%)$39,795
Total1,519 (100.0%)$46,989

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mountain Iron

The most common earnings brackets in Mountain Iron are $100,000+ for men (128 | 17.4%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (115 | 14.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mountain Iron
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less13 (1.8%)34 (4.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9999 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49956 (7.6%)59 (7.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (1.2%)8 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4994 (0.5%)59 (7.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)9 (1.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49948 (6.5%)7 (0.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4999 (1.2%)30 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99924 (3.3%)42 (5.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99929 (3.9%)47 (6.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99918 (2.5%)36 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99919 (2.6%)65 (8.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99951 (6.9%)57 (7.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99920 (2.7%)11 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99938 (5.2%)83 (10.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99960 (8.2%)28 (3.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99977 (10.5%)85 (10.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999124 (16.9%)115 (14.7%)
$100,000+128 (17.4%)8 (1.0%)
Total736 (100.0%)783 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mountain Iron

Average earnings in Mountain Iron are $63,625 for men and $42,667 for women, a difference of 32.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,422, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,923. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $81,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,555.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mountain Iron
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$41,923$26,555
College or Associate's Degree$86,422$51,554
Bachelor's Degree$69,432$59,554
Graduate Degree--
Total$63,625$42,667

Family Income in Mountain Iron

Family Income Brackets in Mountain Iron

According to the Mountain Iron family income data, there are 190 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 23 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Mountain Iron
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000263.0%
$10,000 to $14,999232.7%
$15,000 to $24,999273.2%
$25,000 to $34,999667.7%
$35,000 to $49,999607.0%
$50,000 to $74,99918821.9%
$75,000 to $99,99918221.2%
$100,000 to $149,99919022.2%
$150,000 to $199,999607.0%
$200,000+354.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mountain Iron

4-person families (112 | 13.1%) account for the highest median family income in Mountain Iron with $162,679 per family, while 4-person families (112 | 13.1%) have the highest median income of $40,670 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mountain Iron
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families591 (69.0%)$73,650
3-Person Families146 (17.0%)$97,857
4-Person Families112 (13.1%)$162,679
5-Person Families8 (0.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total857 (100.0%)$81,830

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mountain Iron

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mountain Iron
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners167 (19.5%)$50,469
1 Earner335 (39.1%)$68,934
2 Earners322 (37.6%)$132,333
3+ Earners33 (3.8%)$0
Total857 (100.0%)$81,830

Household Income in Mountain Iron

Household Income Brackets in Mountain Iron

With 254 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Mountain Iron, accounting for 19.3% of all households. In contrast, only 32 households (2.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mountain Iron
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000473.6%
$10,000 to $14,999322.4%
$15,000 to $24,999806.1%
$25,000 to $34,99913610.3%
$35,000 to $49,99920615.6%
$50,000 to $74,99920615.6%
$75,000 to $99,99925419.3%
$100,000 to $149,99920815.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991158.7%
$200,000+362.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mountain Iron

The median household income in Mountain Iron is $67,429, with the highest median household income of $96,023 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 332 households (25.2%) 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 25 households (1.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mountain Iron
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years25 (1.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years332 (25.2%)$96,023
45 to 64 Years483 (36.6%)$80,236
65+ Years478 (36.3%)$42,063
Total1,318 (100.0%)$67,429

Poverty in Mountain Iron

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mountain Iron

With 5.8% poverty level for males and 14.7% for females among the residents of Mountain Iron, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (59.1%) and 19 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)21 (28.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)9 (19.6%)
12 to 14 Years17 (44.7%)9 (12.5%)
15 Years13 (59.1%)19 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)60 (63.2%)
25 to 34 Years10 (5.0%)28 (20.0%)
35 to 44 Years12 (7.3%)13 (8.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)20 (10.5%)
55 to 64 Years8 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (6.8%)27 (12.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (5.1%)
Total80 (5.8%)213 (14.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mountain Iron

According to the poverty statistics in Mountain Iron, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (100.0%)54 (72.0%)
5 Years11 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (100.0%)37 (80.4%)
12 to 14 Years21 (55.3%)63 (87.5%)
15 Years9 (40.9%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years85 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years43 (100.0%)35 (36.8%)
25 to 34 Years189 (95.0%)112 (80.0%)
35 to 44 Years153 (92.7%)143 (91.7%)
45 to 54 Years225 (100.0%)170 (89.5%)
55 to 64 Years167 (95.4%)254 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years273 (93.2%)198 (88.0%)
75 Years and over65 (100.0%)131 (94.9%)
Total1,292 (94.2%)1,240 (85.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mountain Iron

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mountain Iron show that 3.2% or 20 of the total 617 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.5%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mountain Iron
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children422 (95.5%)20 (4.5%)
1 or 2 Children167 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total597 (96.8%)20 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mountain Iron

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mountain Iron
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)41 (39.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)50 (29.4%)

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

The poverty data for Mountain Iron shows that 20 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 50 of the single-parent households (20.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (4.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mountain Iron
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children20 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)41 (35.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (3.2%)50 (20.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Mountain Iron

Employment by Class of Employer in Mountain Iron

Among the 1,429 employed individuals in Mountain Iron, private company employees (887 | 62.1%), local government employees (248 | 17.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (109 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mountain Iron
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees88762.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)533.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)644.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1097.6%
Local Government Employees24817.3%
State Government Employees342.4%
Federal Government Employees342.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,429100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mountain Iron

According to the labor force statistics for Mountain Iron, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,485), 60.6% or 1,506 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 41 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 145 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years56 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years95 (80.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years173 (89.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years290 (90.3%)29 (10.0%)
45 to 54 Years340 (81.9%)12 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years159 (88.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years131 (52.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years111 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,506 (60.6%)41 (2.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mountain Iron

According to labor force statistics for Mountain Iron, 82.3% of individuals (1,238) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,504) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 41 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 89.1% or 277 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.5% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mountain Iron
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School68 (75.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma304 (84.2%)34 (9.5%)
College / Associate Degree589 (79.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher277 (89.1%)13 (4.3%)
Total1,238 (82.3%)50 (3.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mountain Iron

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mountain Iron are Community & Social Service (244 | 16.7%), Education Instruction & Library (204 | 13.9%), Management (105 | 7.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (84 | 5.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (72 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mountain Iron

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mountain Iron, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mountain Iron
OccupationMaleFemale
Management15 (14.3%)90 (85.7%)
Business & Financial28 (43.1%)37 (56.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 100 (41.0%)144 (59.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library76 (37.2%)128 (62.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Total (Category)215 (37.7%)355 (62.3%)
Total (Overall)690 (47.1%)775 (52.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mountain Iron are Food Preparation & Serving (79 | 5.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (65 | 4.4%), Healthcare Support (35 | 2.4%), Security & Protection (14 | 1.0%), and Law Enforcement (14 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Mountain Iron

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mountain Iron, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (43.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mountain Iron
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Security & Protection14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving34 (43.0%)45 (57.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance26 (40.0%)39 (60.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)74 (36.3%)130 (63.7%)
Total (Overall)690 (47.1%)775 (52.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mountain Iron are Office & Administration (166 | 11.3%), and Sales & Related (95 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mountain Iron

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mountain Iron
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related23 (24.2%)72 (75.8%)
Office & Administration58 (34.9%)108 (65.1%)
Total (Category)81 (31.0%)180 (69.0%)
Total (Overall)690 (47.1%)775 (52.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mountain Iron are Construction & Extraction (79 | 5.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (62 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (17 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mountain Iron

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mountain Iron
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction71 (89.9%)8 (10.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair43 (69.4%)19 (30.6%)
Total (Category)131 (82.9%)27 (17.1%)
Total (Overall)690 (47.1%)775 (52.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mountain Iron are Production (132 | 9.0%), Material Moving (120 | 8.2%), and Transportation (20 | 1.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mountain Iron

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mountain Iron
OccupationMaleFemale
Production65 (49.2%)67 (50.8%)
Transportation20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving104 (86.7%)16 (13.3%)
Total (Category)189 (69.5%)83 (30.5%)
Total (Overall)690 (47.1%)775 (52.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mountain Iron

Employment Industries in Mountain Iron

The major employment industries in Mountain Iron include Educational Services (242 | 16.5%), Retail Trade (178 | 12.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (148 | 10.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (143 | 9.8%), and Manufacturing (114 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Mountain Iron

Employment Industries by Sex in Mountain Iron

The Mountain Iron industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (76.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mountain Iron
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction78 (90.7%)8 (9.3%)
Construction61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing103 (90.3%)11 (9.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade83 (46.6%)95 (53.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing14 (50.0%)14 (50.0%)
Utilities31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance43 (39.1%)67 (60.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific16 (26.7%)44 (73.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support31 (62.0%)19 (38.0%)
Educational Services76 (31.4%)166 (68.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance29 (19.6%)119 (80.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9 (24.3%)28 (75.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services34 (23.8%)109 (76.2%)
Public Administration8 (33.3%)16 (66.7%)
Total690 (47.1%)775 (52.9%)

Education in Mountain Iron

School Enrollment in Mountain Iron

The most common levels of schooling among the 477 students in Mountain Iron are high school (226 | 47.4%), elementary school (89 | 18.7%), and middle school (88 | 18.4%).
School Enrollment in Mountain Iron
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool194.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School8918.7%
Middle School8818.4%
High School22647.4%
College / Undergraduate398.2%
Graduate / Professional163.4%
Total477100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mountain Iron

Out of a total of 477 students who are enrolled in schools in Mountain Iron, 24 (5.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 453 (95.0%) 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 9 (31.0% 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 161 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mountain Iron
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old78 (90.7%)8 (9.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds148 (95.5%)7 (4.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds20 (69.0%)9 (31.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total453 (95.0%)24 (5.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mountain Iron

Education (227 | 39.6%), business (81 | 14.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (65 | 11.3%), engineering (59 | 10.3%), and science & technology (42 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 574 individuals in Mountain Iron who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mountain Iron
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6511.3%
Physical & Health Sciences81.4%
Psychology203.5%
Social Sciences152.6%
Engineering5910.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies132.3%
Science & Technology427.3%
Business8114.1%
Education22739.6%
Literature & Languages152.6%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts162.8%
Communications40.7%
Arts & Humanities91.6%
Total574100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mountain Iron

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mountain Iron

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mountain Iron are males with 2 vehicles (291, accounting for 44.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (358, making up 37.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mountain Iron
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle56 (8.6%)60 (7.7%)
1 Vehicle130 (19.9%)152 (19.6%)
2 Vehicles291 (44.5%)358 (46.2%)
3 Vehicles152 (23.2%)184 (23.7%)
4 Vehicles9 (1.4%)10 (1.3%)
5 or more Vehicles16 (2.5%)11 (1.4%)
Total654 (100.0%)775 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mountain Iron

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mountain Iron are 10 to 14 minutes (472 commuters, 33.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (299 commuters, 21.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (227 commuters, 16.3%).
Commute Time in Mountain Iron
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes815.8%
5 to 9 Minutes29921.5%
10 to 14 Minutes47233.9%
15 to 19 Minutes22716.3%
20 to 24 Minutes674.8%
25 to 29 Minutes825.9%
30 to 34 Minutes654.7%
35 to 39 Minutes161.1%
40 to 44 Minutes120.9%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes392.8%
90 or more Minutes312.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Mountain Iron

The most common commute times in Mountain Iron are 5 to 9 minutes (198 commuters, 30.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (318 commuters, 42.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mountain Iron
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes16 (2.5%)65 (8.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes198 (30.7%)101 (13.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes154 (23.9%)318 (42.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes149 (23.1%)78 (10.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes39 (6.0%)28 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)82 (11.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes31 (4.8%)34 (4.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes7 (1.1%)9 (1.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes12 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (1.2%)31 (4.2%)
90 or more Minutes31 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mountain Iron

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mountain Iron are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (129, 20.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (178, 23.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mountain Iron
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM27 (4.2%)46 (6.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM15 (2.3%)24 (3.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM104 (16.1%)52 (7.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM60 (9.3%)66 (8.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM46 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM129 (20.0%)94 (12.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM127 (19.7%)178 (23.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM52 (8.1%)33 (4.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)48 (6.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (2.6%)66 (8.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM14 (2.2%)22 (2.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM29 (4.5%)71 (9.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM25 (3.9%)37 (5.0%)
Total645 (100.0%)746 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mountain Iron

Occupancy by Ownership in Mountain Iron

Of the total 1,318 dwellings in Mountain Iron, owner-occupied units account for 914 (69.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 404 (30.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mountain Iron
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units91469.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units40430.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,318100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mountain Iron

Occupancy by Household Size in Mountain Iron
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household36627.8%
2-Person Household65950.0%
3-Person Household1188.9%
4+ Person Household17513.3%
Total Housing Units1,318100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mountain Iron

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mountain Iron
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household134 (36.6%)232 (63.4%)
2-Person Household515 (78.1%)144 (21.8%)
3-Person Household99 (83.9%)19 (16.1%)
4+ Person Household166 (94.9%)9 (5.1%)
Total Housing Units914 (69.4%)404 (30.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mountain Iron

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mountain Iron
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School12 (16.9%)59 (83.1%)
High School Diploma302 (77.4%)88 (22.6%)
College/Associate Degree342 (66.8%)170 (33.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher258 (74.8%)87 (25.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mountain Iron

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mountain Iron
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20115.2%
35 to 44 Years15611.8%
45 to 54 Years21616.4%
55 to 64 Years26720.3%
65 to 74 Years34125.9%
75 to 84 Years957.2%
85 Years and Over423.2%
Total1,318100.0%

Housing Finances in Mountain Iron

Median Income by Occupancy in Mountain Iron

Median Income by Occupancy in Mountain Iron
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied914 (69.4%)$84,919
Renter-Occupied404 (30.6%)$40,636
Average1,318 (100.0%)$67,429

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mountain Iron

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mountain Iron
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (0.7%)30 (7.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)12 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99914 (1.5%)17 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)35 (8.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99920 (2.2%)25 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99994 (10.3%)42 (10.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999108 (11.8%)97 (24.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999137 (15.0%)69 (17.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999192 (21.0%)62 (15.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999193 (21.1%)15 (3.7%)
$150,000 or more150 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total914 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mountain Iron

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mountain Iron
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30082 (9.0%)32 (7.9%)
$300 to $499193 (21.1%)126 (31.2%)
$500 to $79999 (10.8%)29 (7.2%)
$800 to $99971 (7.8%)94 (23.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499247 (27.0%)112 (27.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999164 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49945 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more13 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total914 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mountain Iron

Housing Structures in Mountain Iron

Housing Structures in Mountain Iron
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached89467.8%
Single Unit, Attached141.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments90.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments503.8%
10 or more Apartments31023.5%
Mobile Home / Other413.1%
Total1,318100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mountain Iron

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mountain Iron
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached859 (96.1%)35 (3.9%)
Single Unit, Attached14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)310 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total914 (69.4%)404 (30.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mountain Iron

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mountain Iron
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (0.9%)148 (36.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms350 (38.3%)215 (53.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms338 (37.0%)41 (10.2%)
8 or more Rooms218 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total914 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mountain Iron

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mountain Iron
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas541 (59.2%)95 (23.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas130 (14.2%)51 (12.6%)
Electricity122 (13.4%)227 (56.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene115 (12.6%)19 (4.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (0.7%)12 (3.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total914 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mountain Iron

Household Vehicle Usage in Mountain Iron
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (0.9%)113 (28.0%)
1 Vehicle233 (25.5%)184 (45.5%)
2 Vehicles451 (49.3%)100 (24.7%)
3 or more Vehicles222 (24.3%)7 (1.7%)
Total914 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mountain Iron

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mountain Iron

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units369545
Median Property Value$143,000$173,300
Median Household Income$44,830$150
Monthly Housing Costs$424$13
Real Estate Taxes$1,512$13

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mountain Iron

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mountain Iron
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00052 (14.1%)19 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $99,99968 (18.4%)60 (11.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999234 (63.4%)388 (71.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99915 (4.1%)65 (11.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)13 (2.4%)
Total369 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mountain Iron

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mountain Iron
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0006 (1.6%)6 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $24,99922 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99994 (25.5%)12 (2.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99981 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99961 (16.5%)27 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (13.6%)76 (13.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99955 (14.9%)142 (26.1%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)138 (25.3%)
Total369 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mountain Iron

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mountain Iron
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x125 (33.9%)101,550 (18,633.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x89 (24.1%)309 (56.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x42 (11.4%)154 (28.3%)
4.0x or more113 (30.6%)47 (8.6%)
Total369 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mountain Iron

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mountain Iron
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800118 (32.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49964 (17.3%)115 (21.1%)
$800 to $1,499187 (50.7%)143 (26.2%)
Total369 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mountain Iron

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mountain Iron

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years403 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years309 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years304 (94.7%)17 (5.3%)
45 to 54 Years403 (97.1%)12 (2.9%)
55 to 64 Years415 (96.7%)14 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years518 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older203 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,817 (98.5%)43 (1.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mountain Iron

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mountain Iron
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen403 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mountain Iron

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mountain Iron
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000237 (95.2%)12 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999551 (99.3%)4 (0.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999419 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999478 (97.2%)14 (2.9%)
$100,000 and over1,111 (98.8%)13 (1.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mountain Iron

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 631 (27.2%)83 (72.8%)
6 to 18 Years63 (15.6%)340 (84.4%)
19 to 25 Years87 (58.8%)61 (41.2%)
25 to 34 Years53 (17.2%)265 (85.8%)
35 to 44 Years24 (7.5%)280 (87.2%)
45 to 54 Years22 (5.3%)381 (91.8%)
55 to 64 Years106 (24.7%)351 (81.8%)
65 to 74 Years518 (100.0%)340 (65.6%)
75 Years and over203 (100.0%)154 (75.9%)
Total1,107 (38.7%)2,255 (78.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mountain Iron

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mountain Iron
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years47 (19.4%)36 (15.3%)
35 to 64 Years36 (6.4%)53 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years53 (18.1%)62 (27.6%)
75 Years and over47 (72.3%)86 (62.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mountain Iron

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mountain Iron: <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 Years8 (1.4%)12 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years38 (13.0%)25 (11.1%)
75 Years and over34 (52.3%)50 (36.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mountain Iron: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (5.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (13.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mountain Iron: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years47 (19.4%)29 (12.3%)
35 to 64 Years25 (4.4%)21 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years13 (4.4%)25 (11.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)31 (22.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mountain Iron: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (1.2%)20 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years46 (15.7%)20 (8.9%)
75 Years and over13 (20.0%)54 (39.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mountain Iron: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years23 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.5%)8 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years27 (9.2%)8 (3.6%)
75 Years and over7 (10.8%)46 (33.3%)

Technology Access in Mountain Iron

Computing Device Access in Mountain Iron

Computing Device Access in Mountain Iron
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop90868.9%
Smartphone1,10483.8%
Tablet66950.8%
No Computing Device1209.1%
Total1,318100.0%

Internet Access in Mountain Iron

Internet Access in Mountain Iron
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home90268.4%
Cellular Data Only16312.4%
Satellite Internet665.0%
No Internet17313.1%
Total1,318100.0%

Mountain Iron Summary

Mountain Iron is a city located in St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 4,521 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Iron Range region of Minnesota.

Geography

Mountain Iron is located at 47°25′N 92°25′W (47.4133, -92.4133). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all of it land.

History

Mountain Iron was founded in 1892 by the Merritt brothers, who were looking for iron ore. The city was named after the nearby Mountain Iron Mine, which was the first mine to be opened in the area. The city was incorporated in 1907.
The city was the site of the first iron ore shipment from the Iron Range in 1892. The ore was shipped to Duluth, Minnesota, and then to Cleveland, Ohio, where it was used to make steel.

Economy

Mountain Iron is home to several large employers, including U.S. Steel, which operates the nearby Minntac mine and taconite processing plant. The city is also home to several smaller businesses, including a number of restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The city is also home to the Mesabi Range Community and Technical College, which offers a variety of educational programs.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 4,521 people, 1,845 households, and 1,093 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,079.2 inhabitants per square mile (417.9/km2). There were 2,039 housing units at an average density of 486.2 per square mile (187.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
There were 1,845 households of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.9% were non-families. 35.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 3.03.
The median age in the city was 39.3 years. 22.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.3% were from 25 to 44; 27.2% were from 45 to 64; and 16.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

Conclusion

Mountain Iron is a city located in St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The city was founded in 1892 and was the site of the first iron ore shipment from the Iron Range in 1892. The population was 4,521 at the 2010 census. The city is home to several large employers, including U.S. Steel, and is also home to several smaller businesses. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. The median age in the city was 39.3 years. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female. Mountain Iron is part of the Iron Range region of Minnesota and is an important part of the local economy.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mountain Iron?
Total Population of Mountain Iron is 2,862.
What is the Total Male Population of Mountain Iron?
Total Male Population of Mountain Iron is 1,372.
What is the Total Female Population of Mountain Iron?
Total Female Population of Mountain Iron is 1,490.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mountain Iron?
There are 92.08 Males per 100 Females in Mountain Iron.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mountain Iron?
There are 108.60 Females per 100 Males in Mountain Iron.
What is the Median Population Age in Mountain Iron?
Median Population Age in Mountain Iron is 49.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mountain Iron
Average Family Size in Mountain Iron is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mountain Iron
Average Household Size in Mountain Iron is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mountain Iron?
Per Capita income in Mountain Iron is $37,610.
What is the Median Family Income in Mountain Iron?
Median Family Income in Mountain Iron is $81,830.
What is the Median Household income in Mountain Iron?
Median Household Income in Mountain Iron is $67,429.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mountain Iron?
Income or Wage Gap in Mountain Iron is 30.2%.
Women in Mountain Iron earn 69.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mountain Iron?
Family Income Deficit in Mountain Iron is $9,723.
Families that are below poverty line in Mountain Iron earn $9,723 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mountain Iron?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mountain Iron is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mountain Iron?
There are 1,506 People in the Labor Forcein in Mountain Iron.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mountain Iron?
60.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Mountain Iron.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mountain Iron?
Unemployment Rate in Mountain Iron is 2.7%.