Boone County, MO

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184,043
TOTAL POPULATION
89,484
MALE POPULATION
94,559
FEMALE POPULATION
94.63
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.67
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,393
PER CAPITA INCOME
$96,219
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,564
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,415
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
100,984
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Boone County Area Codes

Race in Boone County

The most populous races in Boone County are White / Caucasian (145,293 | 78.9%), Black / African American (17,075 | 9.3%), and Two or more Races (10,250 | 5.6%).
Race in Boone County
Race# Population% Population
Asian8,7214.7%
Black / African American17,0759.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific1250.1%
Hispanic or Latino6,7123.6%
Native / Alaskan3830.2%
White / Caucasian145,29378.9%
Two or more Races10,2505.6%
Some other Race2,1961.2%
Total184,043100.0%

Ancestry in Boone County

The most populous ancestries reported in Boone County are German (43,437 | 23.6%), English (23,506 | 12.8%), Irish (21,852 | 11.9%), American (11,466 | 6.2%), and Italian (5,572 | 3.0%), together accounting for 57.5% of all Boone County residents.
Ancestry in Boone County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African8240.4%
Albanian460.0%
Aleut50.0%
Alsatian170.0%
American11,4666.2%
Apache350.0%
Arab9040.5%
Argentinean100.0%
Armenian330.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac180.0%
Australian890.1%
Austrian3670.2%
Barbadian70.0%
Belgian3610.2%
Belizean50.0%
Bhutanese7310.4%
Blackfeet2020.1%
Bolivian710.0%
Brazilian340.0%
British1,7991.0%
Bulgarian3640.2%
Burmese1,5520.8%
Cajun530.0%
Cambodian190.0%
Canadian1940.1%
Celtic780.0%
Central American5690.3%
Central American Indian630.0%
Cherokee7390.4%
Chickasaw40.0%
Chilean270.0%
Chippewa470.0%
Choctaw720.0%
Colombian2150.1%
Comanche240.0%
Costa Rican140.0%
Croatian1110.1%
Crow20.0%
Cuban2180.1%
Czech6140.3%
Czechoslovakian2010.1%
Danish5400.3%
Delaware380.0%
Dominican440.0%
Dutch2,1511.2%
Dutch West Indian50.0%
Eastern European3460.2%
Ecuadorian520.0%
Egyptian670.0%
English23,50612.8%
Estonian120.0%
Ethiopian1210.1%
European4,2582.3%
Filipino1240.1%
Finnish2060.1%
French3,6852.0%
French American Indian430.0%
French Canadian4380.2%
German43,43723.6%
Ghanaian2700.2%
Greek5490.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro330.0%
Guatemalan1340.1%
Guyanese350.0%
Haitian1210.1%
Honduran1730.1%
Hopi90.0%
Hungarian3410.2%
Icelander130.0%
Indian (Asian)3,7632.0%
Indonesian330.0%
Iranian3280.2%
Iraqi3430.2%
Irish21,85211.9%
Iroquois770.0%
Israeli930.1%
Italian5,5723.0%
Jamaican1580.1%
Japanese8740.5%
Jordanian80.0%
Kenyan720.0%
Kiowa60.0%
Korean8940.5%
Latvian150.0%
Lebanese1400.1%
Lithuanian2850.2%
Luxembourger180.0%
Macedonian80.0%
Mexican4,1782.3%
Mexican American Indian110.0%
Moroccan220.0%
Native Hawaiian2210.1%
Navajo220.0%
New Zealander50.0%
Nicaraguan1500.1%
Nigerian2230.1%
Northern European6920.4%
Norwegian1,8061.0%
Pakistani1010.1%
Palestinian140.0%
Panamanian440.0%
Paraguayan130.0%
Pennsylvania German650.0%
Peruvian3430.2%
Polish3,0441.7%
Portuguese2400.1%
Potawatomi570.0%
Puerto Rican4480.2%
Romanian1900.1%
Russian1,1230.6%
Salvadoran540.0%
Samoan810.0%
Scandinavian8590.5%
Scotch-Irish2,0561.1%
Scottish4,3092.3%
Seminole100.0%
Serbian130.0%
Sierra Leonean370.0%
Sioux1720.1%
Slavic700.0%
Slovak1680.1%
Slovene150.0%
Somali30.0%
South African1190.1%
South American7500.4%
Spaniard1880.1%
Spanish1620.1%
Sri Lankan9990.5%
Subsaharan African2,0301.1%
Sudanese2440.1%
Swedish2,2791.2%
Swiss9540.5%
Syrian1340.1%
Thai1,3410.7%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian360.0%
Turkish1050.1%
Ukrainian2150.1%
Venezuelan130.0%
Vietnamese160.0%
Welsh1,3150.7%
West Indian300.0%
Yugoslavian850.1%
Zimbabwean30.0%
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Immigrants in Boone County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Boone County came from Asia (7,099 | 3.9%), Eastern Asia (3,694 | 2.0%), China (2,586 | 1.4%), Latin America (1,951 | 1.1%), and Europe (1,406 | 0.8%), together accounting for 9.1% of all Boone County residents.
Immigrants in Boone County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1,4010.8%
Argentina670.0%
Asia7,0993.9%
Australia90.0%
Bahamas550.0%
Bangladesh200.0%
Belgium150.0%
Bolivia660.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina380.0%
Brazil280.0%
Bulgaria3780.2%
Cambodia2820.2%
Cameroon160.0%
Canada700.0%
Caribbean1240.1%
Central America1,3350.7%
Chile270.0%
China2,5861.4%
Colombia1040.1%
Congo110.0%
Costa Rica100.0%
Croatia160.0%
Cuba200.0%
Czechoslovakia380.0%
Eastern Africa4800.3%
Eastern Asia3,6942.0%
Eastern Europe7030.4%
Ecuador240.0%
Egypt1400.1%
El Salvador350.0%
England310.0%
Eritrea2050.1%
Ethiopia430.0%
Europe1,4060.8%
France260.0%
Germany1870.1%
Ghana1360.1%
Greece80.0%
Guatemala490.0%
Haiti230.0%
Honduras1720.1%
Hong Kong530.0%
India8420.5%
Iran1000.1%
Iraq4360.2%
Ireland260.0%
Italy970.1%
Japan980.1%
Jordan80.0%
Kazakhstan20.0%
Kenya1710.1%
Korea9910.5%
Laos100.0%
Latin America1,9511.1%
Lebanon510.0%
Mexico1,0620.6%
Micronesia530.0%
Middle Africa790.0%
Morocco220.0%
Nepal2100.1%
Nicaragua70.0%
Nigeria1130.1%
Northern Africa2420.1%
Northern Europe3140.2%
Oceania1110.1%
Pakistan820.0%
Peru1550.1%
Philippines2430.1%
Poland180.0%
Romania430.0%
Russia850.1%
Saudi Arabia230.0%
Scotland1130.1%
Sierra Leone420.0%
Singapore10.0%
South Africa690.0%
South America4920.3%
South Central Asia1,3260.7%
South Eastern Asia1,3560.7%
Southern Europe1500.1%
Spain450.0%
Sri Lanka700.0%
Sudan730.0%
Switzerland110.0%
Syria470.0%
Taiwan900.1%
Thailand1200.1%
Trinidad and Tobago260.0%
Turkey1050.1%
Uganda120.0%
Ukraine500.0%
Venezuela80.0%
Vietnam5900.3%
Western Africa3500.2%
Western Asia7230.4%
Western Europe2390.1%
Zaire520.0%
Zimbabwe230.0%
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Sex and Age in Boone County

Sex and Age in Boone County

The most populous age groups in Boone County are 20 to 24 Years (12,475 | 13.9%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (13,551 | 14.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Boone County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5,134 (5.7%)4,974 (5.3%)
5 to 9 Years6,065 (6.8%)5,120 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years4,622 (5.2%)4,894 (5.2%)
15 to 19 Years7,567 (8.5%)8,631 (9.1%)
20 to 24 Years12,475 (13.9%)13,551 (14.3%)
25 to 29 Years7,073 (7.9%)7,160 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Years6,247 (7.0%)6,338 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years6,223 (7.0%)5,905 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years4,945 (5.5%)5,369 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years4,705 (5.3%)4,763 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years4,516 (5.1%)4,608 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years4,348 (4.9%)4,865 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years4,987 (5.6%)5,192 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years3,994 (4.5%)4,320 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years2,923 (3.3%)3,331 (3.5%)
75 to 79 Years1,573 (1.8%)2,391 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years1,125 (1.3%)1,507 (1.6%)
85 Years and over962 (1.1%)1,640 (1.7%)
Total89,484 (100.0%)94,559 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Boone County

Median Family Size in Boone County

The median family size in Boone County is 2.97 persons per family, with married-couple families (32,271 | 78.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (6,532 | 15.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.77 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Boone County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple32,271 (78.3%)3.02
Single Male/Father2,422 (5.9%)2.79
Single Female/Mother6,532 (15.8%)2.77
Total Families41,225 (100.0%)2.97

Median Household Size in Boone County

The median household size in Boone County is 2.35 persons per household, with single male/father households (2,422 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.33 persons per household. non-family households (33,044 | 44.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.46 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Boone County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple32,271 (43.4%)3.06
Single Male/Father2,422 (3.3%)3.33
Single Female/Mother6,532 (8.8%)3.02
Non-family33,044 (44.5%)1.46
Total Households74,269 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Boone County

Out of a total of 74,269 households in Boone County, 41,225 (55.5%) are family households, while 33,044 (44.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 19,360, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 23,740.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Boone County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-23,740 (32.0%)
2-Person Households19,360 (26.1%)6,640 (8.9%)
3-Person Households9,182 (12.4%)1,295 (1.7%)
4-Person Households7,699 (10.4%)1,205 (1.6%)
5-Person Households3,278 (4.4%)125 (0.2%)
6-Person Households1,079 (1.5%)17 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households627 (0.8%)22 (0.0%)
Total41,225 (55.5%)33,044 (44.5%)

Female Fertility in Boone County

Fertility by Age in Boone County

Average fertility rate in Boone County is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Boone County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years28 (1.0%)3.0
20 to 34 years2,252 (82.5%)83.0
35 to 50 years451 (16.5%)26.0
Total2,731 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Boone County

67.9% of women with births (2,731) in Boone County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 18.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Boone County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years1,484 (65.9%)768 (34.1%)
35 to 50 years370 (82.0%)81 (18.0%)
Total1,854 (67.9%)877 (32.1%)

Fertility by Education in Boone County

Average fertility rate in Boone County is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 60.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 39.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Boone County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School132 (4.8%)29.0
High School Diploma360 (13.2%)48.0
College or Associate's Degree1,079 (39.5%)53.0
Bachelor's Degree738 (27.0%)60.0
Graduate Degree422 (15.4%)52.0
Total2,731 (100.0%)52.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Boone County

32.1% of women with births in Boone County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 63.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Boone County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School48 (36.4%)84 (63.6%)
High School Diploma224 (62.2%)136 (37.8%)
College or Associate's Degree492 (45.6%)587 (54.4%)
Bachelor's Degree669 (90.6%)69 (9.3%)
Graduate Degree422 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,854 (67.9%)877 (32.1%)

Income in Boone County

Income Overview in Boone County

Per Capita Income in Boone County is $37,393, while median incomes of families and households are $96,219 and $66,564 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income184,043$37,393
Median Family Income41,225$96,219
Mean Family Income41,225$120,826
Median Household Income74,269$66,564
Mean Household Income74,269$91,044
Income Deficit41,225$9,415
Wage / Income Gap (%)184,04322.38%
Wage / Income Gap ($)184,04377.62¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index184,0430.48

Earnings by Sex in Boone County

Average Earnings in Boone County are $36,180, $40,949 for men and $31,784 for women, a difference of 22.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Boone County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male55,459 (50.5%)$40,949
Female54,249 (49.4%)$31,784
Total109,708 (100.0%)$36,180

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Boone County

The most common earnings brackets in Boone County are $100,000+ for men (7,793 | 14.1%) and $2,499 or less for women (4,482 | 8.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Boone County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,690 (6.7%)4,482 (8.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,392 (4.3%)3,544 (6.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,646 (4.8%)2,953 (5.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,872 (3.4%)1,904 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4992,238 (4.0%)1,985 (3.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,127 (2.0%)1,873 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,238 (2.2%)1,172 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,999954 (1.7%)1,448 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,095 (2.0%)1,479 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,411 (2.5%)1,953 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,9992,832 (5.1%)3,369 (6.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9992,608 (4.7%)3,089 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,954 (5.3%)2,859 (5.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,749 (5.0%)3,074 (5.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,726 (4.9%)3,107 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,519 (4.5%)2,149 (4.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9994,759 (8.6%)3,930 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9993,228 (5.8%)2,684 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,628 (8.3%)3,485 (6.4%)
$100,000+7,793 (14.1%)3,710 (6.8%)
Total55,459 (100.0%)54,249 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Boone County

Average earnings in Boone County are $53,937 for men and $43,038 for women, a difference of 20.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,888, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $39,794. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,048, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,428.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Boone County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$50,438$18,428
High School Diploma$39,794$30,423
College or Associate's Degree$45,860$36,384
Bachelor's Degree$64,560$45,827
Graduate Degree$72,888$59,048
Total$53,937$43,038

Family Income in Boone County

Family Income Brackets in Boone County

According to the Boone County family income data, there are 9,688 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 824 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Boone County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0008242.0%
$10,000 to $14,9998242.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991,5673.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991,8964.6%
$35,000 to $49,9993,2167.8%
$50,000 to $74,9996,88516.7%
$75,000 to $99,9996,26615.2%
$100,000 to $149,9999,68823.5%
$150,000 to $199,9994,65811.3%
$200,000+5,40013.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Boone County

4-person families (7,321 | 17.8%) account for the highest median family income in Boone County with $116,195 per family, while 2-person families (20,623 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $41,502 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Boone County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families20,623 (50.0%)$83,005
3-Person Families8,862 (21.5%)$105,640
4-Person Families7,321 (17.8%)$116,195
5-Person Families3,080 (7.5%)$114,500
6-Person Families900 (2.2%)$94,018
7+ Person Families439 (1.1%)$78,072
Total41,225 (100.0%)$96,219

Family Income by Number of Earners in Boone County

The median family income in Boone County is $96,219, with families comprising 3+ earners (4,248) having the highest median family income of $140,022, while families with 1 earner (11,548) have the lowest median family income of $64,150, accounting for 10.3% and 28.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Boone County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners5,346 (13.0%)$64,766
1 Earner11,548 (28.0%)$64,150
2 Earners20,083 (48.7%)$112,810
3+ Earners4,248 (10.3%)$140,022
Total41,225 (100.0%)$96,219

Household Income in Boone County

Household Income Brackets in Boone County

With 13,220 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Boone County, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 3,491 households (4.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Boone County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004,6796.3%
$10,000 to $14,9993,4914.7%
$15,000 to $24,9995,4227.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996,2398.4%
$35,000 to $49,9998,54111.5%
$50,000 to $74,99913,22017.8%
$75,000 to $99,9999,58112.9%
$100,000 to $149,99911,43715.4%
$150,000 to $199,9995,4227.3%
$200,000+6,2398.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Boone County

The median household income in Boone County is $66,564, with the highest median household income of $91,696 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 22,405 households (30.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $25,154, with 9,318 households (12.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Boone County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years9,318 (12.6%)$25,154
25 to 44 Years27,366 (36.8%)$73,197
45 to 64 Years22,405 (30.2%)$91,696
65+ Years15,180 (20.4%)$59,005
Total74,269 (100.0%)$66,564

Poverty in Boone County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Boone County

With 16.3% poverty level for males and 19.3% for females among the residents of Boone County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6,497 males (48.2%) and 8,399 females (57.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Boone County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years817 (16.6%)833 (17.4%)
5 Years173 (15.5%)122 (11.8%)
6 to 11 Years1,050 (16.1%)999 (16.6%)
12 to 14 Years424 (14.2%)400 (13.9%)
15 Years235 (22.5%)92 (12.1%)
16 and 17 Years188 (8.7%)366 (17.4%)
18 to 24 Years6,497 (48.2%)8,399 (57.1%)
25 to 34 Years1,782 (13.4%)1,941 (14.4%)
35 to 44 Years731 (6.6%)1,069 (9.5%)
45 to 54 Years599 (6.5%)787 (8.4%)
55 to 64 Years768 (8.3%)1,064 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years399 (5.8%)614 (8.1%)
75 Years and over259 (7.3%)466 (9.1%)
Total13,922 (16.3%)17,152 (19.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Boone County

According to the poverty statistics in Boone County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.2% of males and 91.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Boone County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,115 (83.4%)3,964 (82.6%)
5 Years942 (84.5%)914 (88.2%)
6 to 11 Years5,471 (83.9%)5,009 (83.4%)
12 to 14 Years2,571 (85.8%)2,471 (86.1%)
15 Years810 (77.5%)670 (87.9%)
16 and 17 Years1,967 (91.3%)1,736 (82.6%)
18 to 24 Years6,981 (51.8%)6,318 (42.9%)
25 to 34 Years11,487 (86.6%)11,522 (85.6%)
35 to 44 Years10,386 (93.4%)10,186 (90.5%)
45 to 54 Years8,564 (93.5%)8,550 (91.6%)
55 to 64 Years8,508 (91.7%)8,972 (89.4%)
65 to 74 Years6,449 (94.2%)6,958 (91.9%)
75 Years and over3,284 (92.7%)4,666 (90.9%)
Total71,535 (83.7%)71,936 (80.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Boone County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Boone County show that 3.0% or 974 of the total 32,271 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 42.0%, comprising of 124 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.9%, which includes 210 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Boone County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children18,005 (97.2%)516 (2.8%)
1 or 2 Children10,548 (98.1%)210 (1.9%)
3 or 4 Children2,573 (95.4%)124 (4.6%)
5 or more Children171 (58.0%)124 (42.0%)
Total31,297 (97.0%)974 (3.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Boone County

According to the poverty data in Boone County, 14.5% or 351 single-father households and 26.7% or 1,743 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 131 households (92.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Boone County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children188 (18.5%)124 (6.3%)
1 or 2 Children95 (7.8%)1,067 (29.4%)
3 or 4 Children40 (25.6%)421 (53.2%)
5 or more Children28 (100.0%)131 (92.9%)
Total351 (14.5%)1,743 (26.7%)

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

The poverty data for Boone County shows that 974 of the married-couple family households (3.0%) and 2,094 of the single-parent households (23.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 124 households (42.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 159 household (94.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Boone County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children516 (2.8%)312 (10.4%)
1 or 2 Children210 (1.9%)1,162 (23.9%)
3 or 4 Children124 (4.6%)461 (48.6%)
5 or more Children124 (42.0%)159 (94.1%)
Total974 (3.0%)2,094 (23.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Boone County

Employment by Class of Employer in Boone County

Among the 95,304 employed individuals in Boone County, private company employees (57,260 | 60.1%), state government employees (13,208 | 13.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (8,731 | 9.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Boone County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees57,26060.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,9113.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4,7044.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations8,7319.2%
Local Government Employees5,8766.2%
State Government Employees13,20813.9%
Federal Government Employees2,5162.6%
Unpaid Family Workers980.1%
Total95,304100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Boone County

According to the labor force statistics for Boone County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (151,401), 66.7% or 100,984 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 3,938 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.6% or 11,150 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.2% or 938 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Boone County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6,608 (46.0%)938 (14.2%)
20 to 24 Years17,437 (67.0%)1,116 (6.4%)
25 to 29 Years12,112 (85.1%)254 (2.1%)
30 to 34 Years11,150 (88.6%)234 (2.1%)
35 to 44 Years19,592 (87.3%)647 (3.3%)
45 to 54 Years15,989 (86.0%)288 (1.8%)
55 to 59 Years7,131 (77.4%)157 (2.2%)
60 to 64 Years6,576 (64.6%)263 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years3,773 (25.9%)15 (0.4%)
75 Years and over598 (6.5%)30 (5.0%)
Total100,984 (66.7%)3,938 (3.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Boone County

According to labor force statistics for Boone County, 83.2% of individuals (72,587) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (87,244) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 1,815 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 88.7% or 39,080 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.9% or 221 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Boone County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2,795 (65.5%)337 (7.9%)
High School Diploma12,698 (74.4%)870 (5.1%)
College / Associate Degree18,005 (82.4%)634 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher39,080 (88.7%)485 (1.1%)
Total72,587 (83.2%)2,181 (2.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Boone County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Boone County are Community & Social Service (14,615 | 15.1%), Management (9,832 | 10.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (9,512 | 9.8%), Education Instruction & Library (9,235 | 9.5%), and Health Technologists (6,699 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Boone County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Boone County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (81.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (67.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (67.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (72.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (70.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (69.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Boone County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management5,614 (57.1%)4,218 (42.9%)
Business & Financial2,662 (44.9%)3,261 (55.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4,274 (67.7%)2,041 (32.3%)
Computers & Mathematics1,937 (67.2%)944 (32.8%)
Architecture & Engineering1,002 (81.3%)230 (18.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,335 (60.6%)867 (39.4%)
Community & Social Service 5,996 (41.0%)8,619 (59.0%)
Education, Arts & Media652 (30.1%)1,516 (69.9%)
Legal Services & Support407 (51.1%)390 (48.9%)
Education Instruction & Library3,537 (38.3%)5,698 (61.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,400 (58.0%)1,015 (42.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2,789 (29.3%)6,723 (70.7%)
Health Technologists1,874 (28.0%)4,825 (72.0%)
Total (Category)21,335 (46.2%)24,862 (53.8%)
Total (Overall)49,228 (50.8%)47,587 (49.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Boone County are Food Preparation & Serving (7,044 | 7.3%), Healthcare Support (3,206 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (2,915 | 3.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,537 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (1,251 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Boone County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Boone County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (87.9%), Security & Protection (77.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (82.2%), Personal Care & Service (77.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Boone County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support572 (17.8%)2,634 (82.2%)
Security & Protection970 (77.5%)281 (22.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention532 (87.9%)73 (12.1%)
Law Enforcement438 (67.8%)208 (32.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving3,294 (46.8%)3,750 (53.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,819 (71.7%)718 (28.3%)
Personal Care & Service660 (22.6%)2,255 (77.4%)
Total (Category)7,315 (43.1%)9,638 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)49,228 (50.8%)47,587 (49.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Boone County are Office & Administration (9,841 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (8,156 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Boone County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Boone County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4,576 (56.1%)3,580 (43.9%)
Office & Administration2,672 (27.2%)7,169 (72.9%)
Total (Category)7,248 (40.3%)10,749 (59.7%)
Total (Overall)49,228 (50.8%)47,587 (49.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Boone County are Construction & Extraction (3,205 | 3.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,914 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (267 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Boone County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Boone County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry247 (92.5%)20 (7.5%)
Construction & Extraction3,035 (94.7%)170 (5.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,801 (96.1%)113 (3.9%)
Total (Category)6,083 (95.3%)303 (4.7%)
Total (Overall)49,228 (50.8%)47,587 (49.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Boone County are Production (4,215 | 4.3%), Transportation (2,596 | 2.7%), and Material Moving (2,471 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Boone County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Boone County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,980 (70.7%)1,235 (29.3%)
Transportation2,337 (90.0%)259 (10.0%)
Material Moving1,930 (78.1%)541 (21.9%)
Total (Category)7,247 (78.1%)2,035 (21.9%)
Total (Overall)49,228 (50.8%)47,587 (49.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Boone County

Employment Industries in Boone County

The major employment industries in Boone County include Educational Services (17,502 | 18.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (16,365 | 16.9%), Retail Trade (9,570 | 9.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (8,845 | 9.1%), and Finance & Insurance (6,466 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Boone County

Employment Industries by Sex in Boone County

The Boone County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (86.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (85.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75.6%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (62.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Boone County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting719 (82.2%)156 (17.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction4,261 (86.1%)687 (13.9%)
Manufacturing4,250 (70.9%)1,745 (29.1%)
Wholesale Trade1,298 (69.3%)574 (30.7%)
Retail Trade5,602 (58.5%)3,968 (41.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,713 (85.7%)453 (14.3%)
Utilities728 (78.3%)202 (21.7%)
Information1,118 (67.2%)546 (32.8%)
Finance & Insurance3,277 (50.7%)3,189 (49.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing616 (37.8%)1,015 (62.2%)
Professional & Scientific2,434 (47.3%)2,711 (52.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)143 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support1,552 (69.5%)682 (30.5%)
Educational Services6,990 (39.9%)10,512 (60.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,992 (24.4%)12,373 (75.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation846 (52.5%)766 (47.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services4,628 (52.3%)4,217 (47.7%)
Public Administration2,356 (55.9%)1,858 (44.1%)
Total49,228 (50.8%)47,587 (49.1%)

Education in Boone County

School Enrollment in Boone County

The most common levels of schooling among the 60,715 students in Boone County are college / undergraduate (25,706 | 42.3%), middle school (8,088 | 13.3%), and elementary school (8,082 | 13.3%).
School Enrollment in Boone County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,8114.6%
Kindergarten2,2363.7%
Elementary School8,08213.3%
Middle School8,08813.3%
High School7,66412.6%
College / Undergraduate25,70642.3%
Graduate / Professional6,12810.1%
Total60,715100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Boone County

Out of a total of 60,715 students who are enrolled in schools in Boone County, 6,254 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 54,461 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 975 (54.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17,189 (95.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Boone County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds823 (45.8%)975 (54.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old9,203 (87.1%)1,369 (13.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds8,479 (89.5%)994 (10.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5,544 (92.7%)436 (7.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds7,710 (90.7%)788 (9.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds17,189 (95.9%)743 (4.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3,799 (88.5%)491 (11.5%)
35 Years and over1,701 (78.3%)471 (21.7%)
Total54,461 (89.7%)6,254 (10.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Boone County

Business (8,884 | 14.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (7,997 | 13.3%), science & technology (7,265 | 12.1%), education (6,887 | 11.4%), and social sciences (3,911 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 60,234 individuals in Boone County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Boone County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2,1993.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7,99713.3%
Physical & Health Sciences1,9943.3%
Psychology3,3825.6%
Social Sciences3,9116.5%
Engineering2,6294.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies6801.1%
Science & Technology7,26512.1%
Business8,88414.7%
Education6,88711.4%
Literature & Languages2,2193.7%
Liberal Arts & History3,0235.0%
Visual & Performing Arts2,6294.4%
Communications2,7684.6%
Arts & Humanities3,7676.2%
Total60,234100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Boone County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Boone County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Boone County are males with 2 vehicles (21,144, accounting for 44.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (19,839, making up 46.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Boone County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,301 (2.7%)909 (2.0%)
1 Vehicle9,674 (20.2%)10,519 (23.0%)
2 Vehicles21,144 (44.2%)19,839 (43.4%)
3 Vehicles9,658 (20.2%)9,160 (20.1%)
4 Vehicles4,373 (9.1%)4,202 (9.2%)
5 or more Vehicles1,681 (3.5%)1,053 (2.3%)
Total47,831 (100.0%)45,682 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Boone County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Boone County are 15 to 19 minutes (22,737 commuters, 25.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (18,610 commuters, 21.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (13,405 commuters, 15.2%).
Commute Time in Boone County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2,5662.9%
5 to 9 Minutes12,33714.0%
10 to 14 Minutes18,61021.1%
15 to 19 Minutes22,73725.9%
20 to 24 Minutes13,40515.2%
25 to 29 Minutes4,2764.9%
30 to 34 Minutes5,9766.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1,3951.6%
40 to 44 Minutes1,5241.7%
45 to 59 Minutes2,5032.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1,2961.5%
90 or more Minutes1,3461.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Boone County

The most common commute times in Boone County are 15 to 19 minutes (10,985 commuters, 24.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (11,752 commuters, 27.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Boone County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,447 (3.2%)1,119 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes6,042 (13.3%)6,295 (14.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes9,404 (20.7%)9,206 (21.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes10,985 (24.2%)11,752 (27.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes6,766 (14.9%)6,639 (15.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes2,290 (5.0%)1,986 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes3,459 (7.6%)2,517 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes763 (1.7%)632 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes887 (1.9%)637 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,820 (4.0%)683 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes716 (1.6%)580 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes842 (1.8%)504 (1.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Boone County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Boone County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (6,899, 15.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (8,694, 20.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Boone County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,664 (3.7%)1,150 (2.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM990 (2.2%)785 (1.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,937 (4.3%)1,154 (2.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3,389 (7.5%)2,022 (4.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4,632 (10.2%)4,173 (9.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM5,699 (12.6%)6,033 (14.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM6,899 (15.2%)8,694 (20.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5,101 (11.2%)4,209 (9.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,717 (6.0%)2,315 (5.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,548 (5.6%)3,530 (8.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,339 (2.9%)1,227 (2.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM677 (1.5%)851 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3,925 (8.6%)3,279 (7.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3,904 (8.6%)3,128 (7.3%)
Total45,421 (100.0%)42,550 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Boone County

Occupancy by Ownership in Boone County

Of the total 74,269 dwellings in Boone County, owner-occupied units account for 42,753 (57.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 31,516 (42.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Boone County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units42,75357.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units31,51642.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units74,269100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Boone County

Occupancy by Household Size in Boone County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household23,74032.0%
2-Person Household26,00035.0%
3-Person Household10,47714.1%
4+ Person Household14,05218.9%
Total Housing Units74,269100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Boone County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Boone County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household10,015 (42.2%)13,725 (57.8%)
2-Person Household16,564 (63.7%)9,436 (36.3%)
3-Person Household6,562 (62.6%)3,915 (37.4%)
4+ Person Household9,612 (68.4%)4,440 (31.6%)
Total Housing Units42,753 (57.6%)31,516 (42.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Boone County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Boone County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,140 (41.2%)1,630 (58.8%)
High School Diploma7,255 (54.5%)6,053 (45.5%)
College/Associate Degree9,512 (44.6%)11,826 (55.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher24,846 (67.4%)12,007 (32.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Boone County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Boone County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years24,59633.1%
35 to 44 Years12,08816.3%
45 to 54 Years10,95614.7%
55 to 64 Years11,44915.4%
65 to 74 Years9,23312.4%
75 to 84 Years4,3695.9%
85 Years and Over1,5782.1%
Total74,269100.0%

Housing Finances in Boone County

Median Income by Occupancy in Boone County

Median Income by Occupancy in Boone County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied42,753 (57.6%)$95,360
Renter-Occupied31,516 (42.4%)$37,748
Average74,269 (100.0%)$66,564

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Boone County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Boone County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000535 (1.3%)2,120 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $9,999423 (1.0%)1,605 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $14,999648 (1.5%)2,834 (9.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999967 (2.3%)1,755 (5.6%)
$20,000 to $24,999673 (1.6%)2,021 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,960 (4.6%)4,269 (13.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9993,755 (8.8%)4,772 (15.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,312 (17.1%)5,906 (18.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,182 (14.5%)3,402 (10.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9999,645 (22.6%)1,793 (5.7%)
$150,000 or more10,653 (24.9%)1,039 (3.3%)
Total42,753 (100.0%)31,516 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Boone County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Boone County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,201 (2.8%)615 (1.9%)
$300 to $4994,562 (10.7%)950 (3.0%)
$500 to $7998,269 (19.3%)6,132 (19.5%)
$800 to $9993,929 (9.2%)7,927 (25.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49910,581 (24.7%)10,516 (33.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9996,773 (15.8%)2,955 (9.4%)
$2,000 to $2,4993,370 (7.9%)1,175 (3.7%)
$2,500 to $2,9992,169 (5.1%)327 (1.0%)
$3,000 or more1,899 (4.4%)144 (0.5%)
Total42,753 (100.0%)31,516 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Boone County

Housing Structures in Boone County

Housing Structures in Boone County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached44,58360.0%
Single Unit, Attached4,3525.9%
2 Unit Apartments4,5166.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4,5926.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4,6846.3%
10 or more Apartments8,96212.1%
Mobile Home / Other2,5803.5%
Total74,269100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Boone County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Boone County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached38,411 (86.2%)6,172 (13.8%)
Single Unit, Attached1,322 (30.4%)3,030 (69.6%)
2 Unit Apartments153 (3.4%)4,363 (96.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments345 (7.5%)4,247 (92.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments273 (5.8%)4,411 (94.2%)
10 or more Apartments246 (2.7%)8,716 (97.3%)
Mobile Home / Other2,003 (77.6%)577 (22.4%)
Total42,753 (57.6%)31,516 (42.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Boone County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Boone County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room50 (0.1%)1,163 (3.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms746 (1.7%)6,401 (20.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms9,302 (21.8%)15,790 (50.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms14,623 (34.2%)6,295 (20.0%)
8 or more Rooms18,032 (42.2%)1,867 (5.9%)
Total42,753 (100.0%)31,516 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Boone County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Boone County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas24,363 (57.0%)11,925 (37.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3,748 (8.8%)832 (2.6%)
Electricity13,633 (31.9%)18,518 (58.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene64 (0.2%)18 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels798 (1.9%)126 (0.4%)
No Fuel Used147 (0.3%)97 (0.3%)
Total42,753 (100.0%)31,516 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Boone County

Household Vehicle Usage in Boone County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle668 (1.6%)3,886 (12.3%)
1 Vehicle9,571 (22.4%)15,179 (48.2%)
2 Vehicles21,082 (49.3%)8,776 (27.9%)
3 or more Vehicles11,432 (26.7%)3,675 (11.7%)
Total42,753 (100.0%)31,516 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Boone County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Boone County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units15,10727,646
Median Property Value$227,500$242,800
Median Household Income$71,978$7,637
Monthly Housing Costs$561$1,868
Real Estate Taxes$2,138$486

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Boone County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Boone County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0001,347 (8.9%)558 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9991,008 (6.7%)1,000 (3.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9997,865 (52.1%)16,709 (60.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9993,521 (23.3%)6,879 (24.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999903 (6.0%)1,737 (6.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999275 (1.8%)426 (1.5%)
$1,000,000 or more188 (1.2%)337 (1.2%)
Total15,107 (100.0%)27,646 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Boone County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Boone County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000560 (3.7%)271 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,393 (9.2%)398 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,119 (7.4%)895 (3.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,771 (11.7%)841 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,161 (20.9%)1,984 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,618 (10.7%)4,151 (15.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,469 (16.3%)4,564 (16.5%)
$150,000 or more3,016 (20.0%)7,176 (26.0%)
Total15,107 (100.0%)27,646 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Boone County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Boone County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x5,220 (34.5%)105,731 (382.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x2,664 (17.6%)10,560 (38.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,003 (13.3%)8,035 (29.1%)
4.0x or more5,013 (33.2%)4,197 (15.2%)
Total15,107 (100.0%)27,646 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Boone County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Boone County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,697 (11.2%)77 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,4992,553 (16.9%)1,681 (6.1%)
$800 to $1,49910,215 (67.6%)5,397 (19.5%)
Total15,107 (100.0%)27,646 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Boone County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Boone County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Boone County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years11,705 (95.5%)557 (4.5%)
6 to 18 Years27,155 (96.4%)1,005 (3.6%)
19 to 25 Years32,801 (92.7%)2,597 (7.3%)
26 to 34 Years20,800 (87.8%)2,900 (12.2%)
35 to 44 Years19,984 (89.4%)2,376 (10.6%)
45 to 54 Years17,422 (94.4%)1,044 (5.7%)
55 to 64 Years17,729 (91.8%)1,583 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years14,405 (99.8%)25 (0.2%)
75 Years and older8,641 (99.6%)34 (0.4%)
Total170,642 (93.4%)12,121 (6.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Boone County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Boone County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born11,705 (95.5%)557 (4.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen27,155 (96.4%)1,005 (3.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen32,801 (92.7%)2,597 (7.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Boone County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Boone County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00021,898 (89.5%)2,579 (10.5%)
$25,000 to $49,99925,085 (88.5%)3,265 (11.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99926,100 (91.6%)2,393 (8.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99923,458 (94.9%)1,255 (5.1%)
$100,000 and over66,101 (96.7%)2,292 (3.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Boone County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Boone County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,029 (32.9%)8,033 (65.5%)
6 to 18 Years7,514 (26.7%)20,760 (73.7%)
19 to 25 Years2,125 (6.0%)31,337 (88.5%)
25 to 34 Years2,620 (11.1%)18,882 (79.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,213 (9.9%)18,366 (82.1%)
45 to 54 Years1,978 (10.7%)15,950 (86.4%)
55 to 64 Years2,957 (15.3%)15,681 (81.2%)
65 to 74 Years13,653 (94.6%)9,719 (67.3%)
75 Years and over8,562 (98.7%)5,804 (66.9%)
Total45,651 (25.0%)144,532 (79.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Boone County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Boone County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1,059 (7.6%)1,001 (7.8%)
18 to 34 Years2,394 (8.0%)2,099 (6.4%)
35 to 64 Years4,221 (14.3%)4,364 (14.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,640 (23.9%)1,650 (21.8%)
75 Years and over1,714 (48.4%)2,350 (45.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Boone County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Boone County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years134 (1.0%)135 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years352 (1.2%)246 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,611 (5.5%)837 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years836 (12.2%)442 (5.8%)
75 Years and over1,077 (30.4%)790 (15.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Boone County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years180 (1.3%)208 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years405 (1.3%)347 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years1,058 (3.6%)675 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years170 (2.5%)338 (4.5%)
75 Years and over315 (8.9%)210 (4.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Boone County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years850 (6.1%)648 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years1,632 (5.4%)1,392 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,636 (5.5%)1,567 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years271 (4.0%)413 (5.4%)
75 Years and over395 (11.2%)692 (13.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Boone County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years101 (0.7%)304 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years405 (1.3%)261 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years1,371 (4.6%)2,410 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years825 (12.0%)1,088 (14.3%)
75 Years and over990 (27.9%)1,595 (31.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Boone County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years189 (1.4%)28 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years163 (0.5%)125 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years448 (1.5%)843 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years151 (2.2%)228 (3.0%)
75 Years and over298 (8.4%)383 (7.5%)

Technology Access in Boone County

Computing Device Access in Boone County

Computing Device Access in Boone County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop62,65384.4%
Smartphone68,31792.0%
Tablet49,03866.0%
No Computing Device2,5913.5%
Total74,269100.0%

Internet Access in Boone County

Internet Access in Boone County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet2540.3%
Broadband Home58,26778.4%
Cellular Data Only5,0746.8%
Satellite Internet4,8896.6%
No Internet7,90610.6%
Total74,269100.0%

Boone County Summary

Boone County, Missouri is located in the central part of the state and is part of the Columbia Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Callaway County to the north, Audrain County to the east, Randolph County to the south, and Cooper County to the west. The county seat is Columbia, which is also the state’s fifth-largest city.

Geography

Boone County covers an area of 645 square miles and is located in the Ozark Plateau region of Missouri. The county is mostly hilly and is drained by the Missouri River and its tributaries. The highest point in the county is at an elevation of 1,068 feet, located in the northern part of the county. The county is home to several state parks, including Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, Finger Lakes State Park, and Mark Twain State Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Boone County had a population of 162,642, making it the sixth-most populous county in Missouri. The racial makeup of the county was 87.3% White, 8.2% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.

Economy

Boone County’s economy is largely based on agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county’s major agricultural products include corn, soybeans, hay, and livestock. Manufacturing is centered around the production of food products, chemicals, and machinery. The county is also home to several large employers, including the University of Missouri, Columbia College, and Boone Hospital Center.

History

Boone County was established in 1820 and named after Daniel Boone, the famous frontiersman. The county was originally part of the Louisiana Purchase and was home to several Native American tribes, including the Osage, Shawnee, and Delaware. The county was also home to several early settlers, including the Boones, who established a trading post in the area in 1810.
In the early 19th century, Boone County was a major center of the fur trade, and the county seat of Columbia was established in 1821. The county was also home to several Civil War battles, including the Battle of Centralia in 1864. After the war, the county experienced a period of growth and development, with the establishment of several railroads and the University of Missouri in 1839.
Today, Boone County is a thriving community with a diverse economy and a strong sense of history. The county is home to several major employers, including the University of Missouri, Columbia College, and Boone Hospital Center. The county is also home to several state parks, including Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, Finger Lakes State Park, and Mark Twain State Park.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Boone County?
Total Population of Boone County is 184,043.
What is the Total Male Population of Boone County?
Total Male Population of Boone County is 89,484.
What is the Total Female Population of Boone County?
Total Female Population of Boone County is 94,559.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Boone County?
There are 94.63 Males per 100 Females in Boone County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Boone County?
There are 105.67 Females per 100 Males in Boone County.
What is the Median Population Age in Boone County?
Median Population Age in Boone County is 31.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Boone County
Average Family Size in Boone County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Boone County
Average Household Size in Boone County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Boone County?
Per Capita income in Boone County is $37,393.
What is the Median Family Income in Boone County?
Median Family Income in Boone County is $96,219.
What is the Median Household income in Boone County?
Median Household Income in Boone County is $66,564.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Boone County?
Income or Wage Gap in Boone County is 22.4%.
Women in Boone County earn 77.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Boone County?
Family Income Deficit in Boone County is $9,415.
Families that are below poverty line in Boone County earn $9,415 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Boone County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Boone County is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Boone County?
There are 100,984 People in the Labor Forcein in Boone County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Boone County?
66.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Boone County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Boone County?
Unemployment Rate in Boone County is 3.9%.