Cape Girardeau, MO

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Cape Girardeau Overview

39,795
TOTAL POPULATION
19,043
MALE POPULATION
20,752
FEMALE POPULATION
91.76
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.97
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,907
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,882
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,671
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,367
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
20,541
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Cape Girardeau

The most populous races in Cape Girardeau are White / Caucasian (30,929 | 77.7%), Black / African American (5,473 | 13.8%), and Two or more Races (1,870 | 4.7%).
Race in Cape Girardeau
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,1312.8%
Black / African American5,47313.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific740.2%
Hispanic or Latino1,5283.8%
Native / Alaskan470.1%
White / Caucasian30,92977.7%
Two or more Races1,8704.7%
Some other Race2710.7%
Total39,795100.0%

Ancestry in Cape Girardeau

The most populous ancestries reported in Cape Girardeau are German (8,660 | 21.8%), American (3,799 | 9.6%), Irish (3,224 | 8.1%), English (3,196 | 8.0%), and Mexican (1,049 | 2.6%), together accounting for 50.1% of all Cape Girardeau residents.
Ancestry in Cape Girardeau
Ancestry# Population% Population
African6131.5%
American3,7999.6%
Arab590.2%
Armenian450.1%
Austrian210.1%
Belgian90.0%
Bhutanese3941.0%
Blackfeet50.0%
British1960.5%
Bulgarian80.0%
Burmese1300.3%
Central American1600.4%
Central American Indian230.1%
Cherokee3250.8%
Cheyenne20.0%
Choctaw270.1%
Colombian450.1%
Croatian130.0%
Cuban180.1%
Czech1230.3%
Czechoslovakian710.2%
Danish1870.5%
Dominican230.1%
Dutch5791.5%
Eastern European920.2%
Ecuadorian30.0%
Egyptian300.1%
English3,1968.0%
European7121.8%
Finnish60.0%
French7561.9%
French Canadian210.1%
German8,66021.8%
Guatemalan710.2%
Honduran360.1%
Indian (Asian)4281.1%
Indonesian200.1%
Inupiat100.0%
Iranian780.2%
Irish3,2248.1%
Italian1,0452.6%
Jordanian290.1%
Korean320.1%
Latvian170.0%
Lithuanian50.0%
Macedonian60.0%
Malaysian330.1%
Mexican1,0492.6%
Native Hawaiian610.2%
Nigerian330.1%
Northern European170.0%
Norwegian1390.4%
Panamanian160.0%
Polish4691.2%
Pueblo20.0%
Puerto Rican1150.3%
Romanian280.1%
Russian2370.6%
Salvadoran370.1%
Scandinavian610.2%
Scotch-Irish5701.4%
Scottish8812.2%
Serbian90.0%
Sioux180.1%
Slovak300.1%
South American480.1%
Spaniard90.0%
Sri Lankan810.2%
Subsaharan African6461.6%
Swedish1350.3%
Swiss800.2%
Thai2540.6%
Ukrainian480.1%
Welsh3010.8%
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Immigrants in Cape Girardeau

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cape Girardeau came from Asia (856 | 2.1%), Eastern Asia (542 | 1.4%), China (404 | 1.0%), Europe (297 | 0.7%), and Latin America (296 | 0.7%), together accounting for 6.0% of all Cape Girardeau residents.
Immigrants in Cape Girardeau
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1010.3%
Asia8562.1%
Bangladesh1010.3%
Belarus50.0%
Central America2480.6%
China4041.0%
Colombia450.1%
Eastern Asia5421.4%
Eastern Europe2360.6%
Ecuador30.0%
Egypt380.1%
El Salvador150.0%
England60.0%
Europe2970.7%
France80.0%
Germany290.1%
Ghana150.0%
Guatemala260.1%
India650.2%
Japan1290.3%
Jordan150.0%
Korea90.0%
Kuwait140.0%
Latin America2960.7%
Mexico2070.5%
Micronesia130.0%
Nepal280.1%
Nigeria370.1%
Northern Africa400.1%
Northern Europe240.1%
Oceania130.0%
Philippines180.1%
Russia1900.5%
South America480.1%
South Central Asia1940.5%
South Eastern Asia910.2%
Sudan20.0%
Sweden180.1%
Ukraine350.1%
Vietnam530.1%
Western Africa520.1%
Western Asia290.1%
Western Europe370.1%
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Sex and Age in Cape Girardeau

Sex and Age in Cape Girardeau

The most populous age groups in Cape Girardeau are 20 to 24 Years (3,034 | 15.9%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (3,232 | 15.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,054 (5.5%)1,073 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Years1,189 (6.2%)783 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Years819 (4.3%)1,106 (5.3%)
15 to 19 Years1,513 (8.0%)1,763 (8.5%)
20 to 24 Years3,034 (15.9%)3,232 (15.6%)
25 to 29 Years1,530 (8.0%)1,173 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years945 (5.0%)1,264 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years1,151 (6.0%)950 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Years1,037 (5.4%)1,033 (5.0%)
45 to 49 Years769 (4.0%)884 (4.3%)
50 to 54 Years884 (4.6%)943 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years1,000 (5.2%)1,013 (4.9%)
60 to 64 Years1,121 (5.9%)1,127 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years975 (5.1%)1,168 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years753 (4.0%)925 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years501 (2.6%)740 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years357 (1.9%)746 (3.6%)
85 Years and over411 (2.2%)829 (4.0%)
Total19,043 (100.0%)20,752 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Cape Girardeau

Median Family Size in Cape Girardeau

The median family size in Cape Girardeau is 3.02 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,534 | 18.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.53 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (348 | 4.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Cape Girardeau
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple6,245 (76.8%)2.91
Single Male/Father348 (4.3%)2.84
Single Female/Mother1,534 (18.9%)3.53
Total Families8,127 (100.0%)3.02

Median Household Size in Cape Girardeau

The median household size in Cape Girardeau is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,534 | 9.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.75 persons per household. non-family households (7,738 | 48.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.49 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Cape Girardeau
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple6,245 (39.4%)2.92
Single Male/Father348 (2.2%)3.23
Single Female/Mother1,534 (9.7%)3.75
Non-family7,738 (48.8%)1.49
Total Households15,865 (100.0%)2.31

Household Size by Marriage Status in Cape Girardeau

Out of a total of 15,865 households in Cape Girardeau, 8,127 (51.2%) are family households, while 7,738 (48.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,140, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,821.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cape Girardeau
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-5,821 (36.7%)
2-Person Households4,140 (26.1%)1,454 (9.2%)
3-Person Households1,827 (11.5%)200 (1.3%)
4-Person Households1,552 (9.8%)165 (1.0%)
5-Person Households392 (2.5%)55 (0.4%)
6-Person Households133 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households83 (0.5%)43 (0.3%)
Total8,127 (51.2%)7,738 (48.8%)

Female Fertility in Cape Girardeau

Fertility by Age in Cape Girardeau

Average fertility rate in Cape Girardeau is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years368 (89.3%)65.0
35 to 50 years44 (10.7%)15.0
Total412 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cape Girardeau

73.5% of women with births (412) in Cape Girardeau are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years259 (70.4%)109 (29.6%)
35 to 50 years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total303 (73.5%)109 (26.5%)

Fertility by Education in Cape Girardeau

Average fertility rate in Cape Girardeau is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 46.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 44.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Cape Girardeau
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School42 (10.2%)38.0
High School Diploma50 (12.1%)27.0
College or Associate's Degree182 (44.2%)45.0
Bachelor's Degree96 (23.3%)39.0
Graduate Degree42 (10.2%)46.0
Total412 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cape Girardeau

26.5% of women with births in Cape Girardeau 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 57.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cape Girardeau
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School18 (42.9%)24 (57.1%)
High School Diploma39 (78.0%)11 (22.0%)
College or Associate's Degree159 (87.4%)23 (12.6%)
Bachelor's Degree45 (46.9%)51 (53.1%)
Graduate Degree42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total303 (73.5%)109 (26.5%)

Income in Cape Girardeau

Income Overview in Cape Girardeau

Per Capita Income in Cape Girardeau is $29,907, while median incomes of families and households are $74,882 and $51,671 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income39,795$29,907
Median Family Income8,127$74,882
Mean Family Income8,127$93,828
Median Household Income15,865$51,671
Mean Household Income15,865$72,307
Income Deficit8,127$10,367
Wage / Income Gap (%)39,79521.82%
Wage / Income Gap ($)39,79578.18¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index39,7950.47

Earnings by Sex in Cape Girardeau

Average Earnings in Cape Girardeau are $28,508, $32,983 for men and $25,787 for women, a difference of 21.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Cape Girardeau
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male10,461 (48.4%)$32,983
Female11,130 (51.5%)$25,787
Total21,591 (100.0%)$28,508

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cape Girardeau

The most common earnings brackets in Cape Girardeau are $100,000+ for men (1,250 | 11.9%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (996 | 8.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cape Girardeau
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less321 (3.1%)589 (5.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999508 (4.9%)531 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499538 (5.1%)820 (7.4%)
$7,500 to $9,999311 (3.0%)386 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $12,499379 (3.6%)575 (5.2%)
$12,500 to $14,999461 (4.4%)573 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,499338 (3.2%)718 (6.5%)
$17,500 to $19,999139 (1.3%)332 (3.0%)
$20,000 to $22,499393 (3.8%)315 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,999518 (5.0%)552 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,012 (9.7%)996 (8.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999544 (5.2%)634 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999492 (4.7%)792 (7.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999417 (4.0%)453 (4.1%)
$45,000 to $49,999603 (5.8%)514 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999563 (5.4%)511 (4.6%)
$55,000 to $64,999389 (3.7%)863 (7.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999521 (5.0%)279 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999764 (7.3%)358 (3.2%)
$100,000+1,250 (11.9%)339 (3.0%)
Total10,461 (100.0%)11,130 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cape Girardeau

Average earnings in Cape Girardeau are $45,782 for men and $33,814 for women, a difference of 26.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,902, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $26,210. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,314, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,783.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cape Girardeau
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$26,210$11,783
High School Diploma$33,786$27,489
College or Associate's Degree$44,875$29,516
Bachelor's Degree$51,927$43,432
Graduate Degree$58,902$49,314
Total$45,782$33,814

Family Income in Cape Girardeau

Family Income Brackets in Cape Girardeau

According to the Cape Girardeau family income data, there are 1,682 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 211 families (2.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Cape Girardeau
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002282.8%
$10,000 to $14,9992112.6%
$15,000 to $24,9994795.9%
$25,000 to $34,9995777.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991,13013.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,45517.9%
$75,000 to $99,9991,27615.7%
$100,000 to $149,9991,68220.7%
$150,000 to $199,9994795.9%
$200,000+6187.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cape Girardeau

4-person families (1,446 | 17.8%) account for the highest median family income in Cape Girardeau with $96,216 per family, while 2-person families (4,344 | 53.4%) have the highest median income of $34,472 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cape Girardeau
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families4,344 (53.4%)$68,944
3-Person Families1,771 (21.8%)$78,750
4-Person Families1,446 (17.8%)$96,216
5-Person Families386 (4.8%)$57,829
6-Person Families136 (1.7%)$26,458
7+ Person Families44 (0.5%)$49,700
Total8,127 (100.0%)$74,882

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cape Girardeau

The median family income in Cape Girardeau is $74,882, with families comprising 3+ earners (714) having the highest median family income of $120,641, while families with 1 earner (2,288) have the lowest median family income of $45,813, accounting for 8.8% and 28.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Cape Girardeau
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,346 (16.6%)$47,794
1 Earner2,288 (28.1%)$45,813
2 Earners3,779 (46.5%)$94,633
3+ Earners714 (8.8%)$120,641
Total8,127 (100.0%)$74,882

Household Income in Cape Girardeau

Household Income Brackets in Cape Girardeau

With 2,729 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Cape Girardeau, accounting for 17.2% of all households. In contrast, only 539 households (3.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Cape Girardeau
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009996.3%
$10,000 to $14,9999365.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991,65010.4%
$25,000 to $34,9992,04712.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991,99912.6%
$50,000 to $74,9992,72917.2%
$75,000 to $99,9992,11013.3%
$100,000 to $149,9992,11013.3%
$150,000 to $199,9995393.4%
$200,000+7624.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Cape Girardeau

The median household income in Cape Girardeau is $51,671, with the highest median household income of $68,098 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,556 households (28.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,735, with 1,841 households (11.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Cape Girardeau
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,841 (11.6%)$27,735
25 to 44 Years4,937 (31.1%)$64,026
45 to 64 Years4,556 (28.7%)$68,098
65+ Years4,531 (28.6%)$42,367
Total15,865 (100.0%)$51,671

Poverty in Cape Girardeau

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cape Girardeau

With 21.6% poverty level for males and 21.7% for females among the residents of Cape Girardeau, 18 to 24 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,275 males (41.6%) and 339 females (50.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years260 (24.7%)298 (29.5%)
5 Years11 (17.2%)23 (16.1%)
6 to 11 Years464 (31.1%)452 (44.7%)
12 to 14 Years74 (18.7%)339 (50.2%)
15 Years64 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years102 (35.4%)45 (11.1%)
18 to 24 Years1,275 (41.6%)1,214 (36.1%)
25 to 34 Years373 (15.3%)508 (20.8%)
35 to 44 Years426 (19.5%)263 (13.3%)
45 to 54 Years124 (7.5%)184 (10.1%)
55 to 64 Years297 (14.4%)251 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years224 (13.7%)311 (15.2%)
75 Years and over113 (10.2%)247 (13.0%)
Total3,807 (21.6%)4,135 (21.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cape Girardeau

According to the poverty statistics in Cape Girardeau, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.5% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years794 (75.3%)713 (70.5%)
5 Years53 (82.8%)120 (83.9%)
6 to 11 Years1,027 (68.9%)559 (55.3%)
12 to 14 Years321 (81.3%)336 (49.8%)
15 Years148 (69.8%)153 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years186 (64.6%)360 (88.9%)
18 to 24 Years1,789 (58.4%)2,147 (63.9%)
25 to 34 Years2,069 (84.7%)1,929 (79.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,755 (80.5%)1,712 (86.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,523 (92.5%)1,634 (89.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,763 (85.6%)1,874 (88.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,411 (86.3%)1,728 (84.8%)
75 Years and over997 (89.8%)1,652 (87.0%)
Total13,836 (78.4%)14,917 (78.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cape Girardeau

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cape Girardeau show that 7.5% or 466 of the total 6,245 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 41.6%, comprising of 136 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 128 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cape Girardeau
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,814 (96.8%)128 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children1,774 (89.8%)202 (10.2%)
3 or 4 Children191 (58.4%)136 (41.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,779 (92.5%)466 (7.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cape Girardeau

According to the poverty data in Cape Girardeau, 16.1% or 56 single-father households and 27.3% or 419 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 16 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (78.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cape Girardeau
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children26 (16.4%)83 (11.3%)
1 or 2 Children14 (8.1%)182 (32.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)143 (65.0%)
5 or more Children16 (100.0%)11 (78.6%)
Total56 (16.1%)419 (27.3%)

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

The poverty data for Cape Girardeau shows that 466 of the married-couple family households (7.5%) and 475 of the single-parent households (25.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 136 households (41.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 household (90.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cape Girardeau
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children128 (3.3%)109 (12.2%)
1 or 2 Children202 (10.2%)196 (26.5%)
3 or 4 Children136 (41.6%)143 (65.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)27 (90.0%)
Total466 (7.5%)475 (25.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Cape Girardeau

Employment by Class of Employer in Cape Girardeau

Among the 19,301 employed individuals in Cape Girardeau, private company employees (12,593 | 65.2%), not-for-profit organizations (2,489 | 12.9%), and state government employees (1,693 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Cape Girardeau
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees12,59365.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)5502.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6853.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,48912.9%
Local Government Employees1,1195.8%
State Government Employees1,6938.8%
Federal Government Employees1170.6%
Unpaid Family Workers550.3%
Total19,301100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Cape Girardeau

According to the labor force statistics for Cape Girardeau, out of the total population over 16 years of age (33,400), 61.5% or 20,541 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 698 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 93.0% or 2,514 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.2% or 180 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,046 (36.0%)180 (17.2%)
20 to 24 Years4,718 (75.3%)85 (1.8%)
25 to 29 Years2,514 (93.0%)88 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years1,791 (81.1%)32 (1.8%)
35 to 44 Years3,299 (79.1%)155 (4.7%)
45 to 54 Years2,920 (83.9%)85 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years1,492 (74.1%)46 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,347 (59.9%)9 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,078 (28.2%)29 (2.7%)
75 Years and over348 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total20,541 (61.5%)698 (3.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cape Girardeau

According to labor force statistics for Cape Girardeau, 79.4% of individuals (13,358) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (16,824) are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 414 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 88.6% or 6,058 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 183 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cape Girardeau
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School499 (48.1%)29 (2.8%)
High School Diploma2,901 (68.3%)174 (4.1%)
College / Associate Degree3,903 (83.0%)221 (4.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6,058 (88.6%)109 (1.6%)
Total13,358 (79.4%)522 (3.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Cape Girardeau

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cape Girardeau are Community & Social Service (3,109 | 15.7%), Education Instruction & Library (1,793 | 9.0%), Management (1,608 | 8.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,381 | 7.0%), and Business & Financial (999 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Cape Girardeau

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cape Girardeau, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (89.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (72.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (77.1%), Health Technologists (71.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (71.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Cape Girardeau
OccupationMaleFemale
Management698 (43.4%)910 (56.6%)
Business & Financial444 (44.4%)555 (55.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science595 (72.3%)228 (27.7%)
Computers & Mathematics325 (89.3%)39 (10.7%)
Architecture & Engineering204 (65.8%)106 (34.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science66 (44.3%)83 (55.7%)
Community & Social Service 1,200 (38.6%)1,909 (61.4%)
Education, Arts & Media134 (22.9%)451 (77.1%)
Legal Services & Support146 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library542 (30.2%)1,251 (69.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment378 (64.6%)207 (35.4%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating390 (28.2%)991 (71.8%)
Health Technologists235 (28.1%)602 (71.9%)
Total (Category)3,327 (42.0%)4,593 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)9,710 (49.0%)10,119 (51.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Cape Girardeau are Food Preparation & Serving (2,108 | 10.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (822 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (697 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (436 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (251 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Cape Girardeau

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Cape Girardeau, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.1%), Healthcare Support (74.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Cape Girardeau
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support177 (25.4%)520 (74.6%)
Security & Protection251 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement172 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,010 (47.9%)1,098 (52.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance596 (72.5%)226 (27.5%)
Personal Care & Service65 (14.9%)371 (85.1%)
Total (Category)2,099 (48.7%)2,215 (51.3%)
Total (Overall)9,710 (49.0%)10,119 (51.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cape Girardeau are Office & Administration (2,413 | 12.2%), and Sales & Related (2,187 | 11.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Cape Girardeau

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Cape Girardeau
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,113 (50.9%)1,074 (49.1%)
Office & Administration717 (29.7%)1,696 (70.3%)
Total (Category)1,830 (39.8%)2,770 (60.2%)
Total (Overall)9,710 (49.0%)10,119 (51.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cape Girardeau are Construction & Extraction (380 | 1.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (288 | 1.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (67 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Cape Girardeau

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Cape Girardeau
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry41 (61.2%)26 (38.8%)
Construction & Extraction339 (89.2%)41 (10.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair288 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)668 (90.9%)67 (9.1%)
Total (Overall)9,710 (49.0%)10,119 (51.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cape Girardeau are Production (824 | 4.2%), Material Moving (776 | 3.9%), and Transportation (660 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Cape Girardeau

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Cape Girardeau
OccupationMaleFemale
Production653 (79.2%)171 (20.7%)
Transportation595 (90.1%)65 (9.9%)
Material Moving538 (69.3%)238 (30.7%)
Total (Category)1,786 (79.0%)474 (21.0%)
Total (Overall)9,710 (49.0%)10,119 (51.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Cape Girardeau

Employment Industries in Cape Girardeau

The major employment industries in Cape Girardeau include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,700 | 18.7%), Retail Trade (2,722 | 13.7%), Educational Services (2,695 | 13.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (2,600 | 13.1%), and Manufacturing (1,304 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Cape Girardeau

Employment Industries by Sex in Cape Girardeau

The Cape Girardeau industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Construction (96.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.0%), Educational Services (62.3%), and Finance & Insurance (61.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cape Girardeau
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting36 (69.2%)16 (30.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction504 (96.7%)17 (3.3%)
Manufacturing962 (73.8%)342 (26.2%)
Wholesale Trade292 (87.2%)43 (12.8%)
Retail Trade1,560 (57.3%)1,162 (42.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing395 (74.8%)133 (25.2%)
Utilities35 (70.0%)15 (30.0%)
Information234 (67.8%)111 (32.2%)
Finance & Insurance355 (38.5%)567 (61.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing163 (46.7%)186 (53.3%)
Professional & Scientific566 (51.7%)528 (48.3%)
Enterprise Management15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support341 (63.1%)199 (36.8%)
Educational Services1,017 (37.7%)1,678 (62.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance924 (25.0%)2,776 (75.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation198 (67.3%)96 (32.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,350 (51.9%)1,250 (48.1%)
Public Administration383 (56.9%)290 (43.1%)
Total9,710 (49.0%)10,119 (51.0%)

Education in Cape Girardeau

School Enrollment in Cape Girardeau

The most common levels of schooling among the 11,804 students in Cape Girardeau are college / undergraduate (5,937 | 50.3%), elementary school (1,777 | 15.0%), and middle school (1,548 | 13.1%).
School Enrollment in Cape Girardeau
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5394.6%
Kindergarten2412.0%
Elementary School1,77715.0%
Middle School1,54813.1%
High School1,26210.7%
College / Undergraduate5,93750.3%
Graduate / Professional5004.2%
Total11,804100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cape Girardeau

Out of a total of 11,804 students who are enrolled in schools in Cape Girardeau, 1,452 (12.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 10,352 (87.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 482 (25.3% 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 3,592 (97.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds301 (79.8%)76 (20.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,537 (81.9%)339 (18.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,427 (74.8%)482 (25.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds796 (80.6%)192 (19.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,776 (93.9%)115 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3,592 (97.3%)99 (2.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds489 (79.5%)126 (20.5%)
35 Years and over430 (94.1%)27 (5.9%)
Total10,352 (87.7%)1,452 (12.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cape Girardeau

Education (1,613 | 17.2%), science & technology (1,437 | 15.3%), business (1,276 | 13.6%), arts & humanities (857 | 9.1%), and communications (687 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 9,405 individuals in Cape Girardeau who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cape Girardeau
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1992.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5145.5%
Physical & Health Sciences2362.5%
Psychology4564.9%
Social Sciences5385.7%
Engineering2172.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies460.5%
Science & Technology1,43715.3%
Business1,27613.6%
Education1,61317.2%
Literature & Languages4374.6%
Liberal Arts & History4134.4%
Visual & Performing Arts4795.1%
Communications6877.3%
Arts & Humanities8579.1%
Total9,405100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Cape Girardeau

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cape Girardeau

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cape Girardeau are males with 2 vehicles (3,734, accounting for 39.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,782, making up 38.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cape Girardeau
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle241 (2.6%)361 (3.7%)
1 Vehicle1,986 (21.2%)2,622 (27.0%)
2 Vehicles3,734 (39.9%)3,782 (38.9%)
3 Vehicles2,215 (23.6%)1,865 (19.2%)
4 Vehicles448 (4.8%)943 (9.7%)
5 or more Vehicles740 (7.9%)157 (1.6%)
Total9,364 (100.0%)9,730 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Cape Girardeau

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cape Girardeau are 10 to 14 minutes (5,259 commuters, 29.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (4,559 commuters, 25.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (2,969 commuters, 16.4%).
Commute Time in Cape Girardeau
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes8244.5%
5 to 9 Minutes4,55925.1%
10 to 14 Minutes5,25929.0%
15 to 19 Minutes2,96916.4%
20 to 24 Minutes1,6449.1%
25 to 29 Minutes2911.6%
30 to 34 Minutes5212.9%
35 to 39 Minutes3071.7%
40 to 44 Minutes3271.8%
45 to 59 Minutes5863.2%
60 to 89 Minutes6753.7%
90 or more Minutes1751.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Cape Girardeau

The most common commute times in Cape Girardeau are 10 to 14 minutes (2,395 commuters, 27.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (2,864 commuters, 30.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Cape Girardeau
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes289 (3.3%)535 (5.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,989 (22.5%)2,570 (27.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,395 (27.1%)2,864 (30.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,501 (17.0%)1,468 (15.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes806 (9.1%)838 (9.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes165 (1.9%)126 (1.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes207 (2.4%)314 (3.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes277 (3.1%)30 (0.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes204 (2.3%)123 (1.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes285 (3.2%)301 (3.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes569 (6.5%)106 (1.1%)
90 or more Minutes138 (1.6%)37 (0.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cape Girardeau

The most frequent times of departure to work in Cape Girardeau are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,329, 15.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (2,345, 25.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cape Girardeau
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM315 (3.6%)285 (3.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM572 (6.5%)80 (0.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM310 (3.5%)304 (3.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM571 (6.5%)315 (3.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM825 (9.3%)829 (8.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,329 (15.1%)1,326 (14.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,250 (14.2%)2,345 (25.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM885 (10.0%)699 (7.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM209 (2.4%)543 (5.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM355 (4.0%)421 (4.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM379 (4.3%)358 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM358 (4.1%)92 (1.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM859 (9.7%)658 (7.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM608 (6.9%)1,057 (11.4%)
Total8,825 (100.0%)9,312 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Cape Girardeau

Occupancy by Ownership in Cape Girardeau

Of the total 15,865 dwellings in Cape Girardeau, owner-occupied units account for 8,544 (53.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 7,321 (46.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Cape Girardeau
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units8,54453.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units7,32146.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units15,865100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Cape Girardeau

Occupancy by Household Size in Cape Girardeau
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5,82136.7%
2-Person Household5,59435.3%
3-Person Household2,02712.8%
4+ Person Household2,42315.3%
Total Housing Units15,865100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cape Girardeau

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cape Girardeau
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,551 (43.8%)3,270 (56.2%)
2-Person Household3,465 (61.9%)2,129 (38.1%)
3-Person Household1,217 (60.0%)810 (40.0%)
4+ Person Household1,311 (54.1%)1,112 (45.9%)
Total Housing Units8,544 (53.8%)7,321 (46.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cape Girardeau

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cape Girardeau
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School558 (50.7%)542 (49.3%)
High School Diploma2,077 (49.7%)2,102 (50.3%)
College/Associate Degree1,976 (43.8%)2,538 (56.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,933 (64.8%)2,139 (35.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cape Girardeau

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cape Girardeau
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4,44128.0%
35 to 44 Years2,33714.7%
45 to 54 Years2,09213.2%
55 to 64 Years2,46415.5%
65 to 74 Years2,28214.4%
75 to 84 Years1,5379.7%
85 Years and Over7124.5%
Total15,865100.0%

Housing Finances in Cape Girardeau

Median Income by Occupancy in Cape Girardeau

Median Income by Occupancy in Cape Girardeau
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied8,544 (53.8%)$74,824
Renter-Occupied7,321 (46.2%)$31,202
Average15,865 (100.0%)$51,671

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cape Girardeau

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cape Girardeau
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00046 (0.5%)464 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999160 (1.9%)323 (4.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999254 (3.0%)688 (9.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999294 (3.4%)586 (8.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999322 (3.8%)442 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999620 (7.3%)1,421 (19.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,047 (12.2%)952 (13.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,546 (18.1%)1,189 (16.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,408 (16.5%)695 (9.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,672 (19.6%)442 (6.0%)
$150,000 or more1,175 (13.8%)119 (1.6%)
Total8,544 (100.0%)7,321 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cape Girardeau

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cape Girardeau
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300329 (3.8%)139 (1.9%)
$300 to $4991,487 (17.4%)393 (5.4%)
$500 to $7991,704 (19.9%)2,792 (38.1%)
$800 to $999991 (11.6%)1,368 (18.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4992,218 (26.0%)1,758 (24.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999849 (9.9%)423 (5.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499466 (5.4%)93 (1.3%)
$2,500 to $2,999181 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more319 (3.7%)51 (0.7%)
Total8,544 (100.0%)7,321 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Cape Girardeau

Housing Structures in Cape Girardeau

Housing Structures in Cape Girardeau
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached10,43765.8%
Single Unit, Attached4773.0%
2 Unit Apartments7784.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9205.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,3338.4%
10 or more Apartments1,59410.1%
Mobile Home / Other3262.1%
Total15,865100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cape Girardeau

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cape Girardeau
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached8,114 (77.7%)2,323 (22.3%)
Single Unit, Attached66 (13.8%)411 (86.2%)
2 Unit Apartments14 (1.8%)764 (98.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments19 (2.1%)901 (97.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6 (0.4%)1,327 (99.6%)
10 or more Apartments33 (2.1%)1,561 (97.9%)
Mobile Home / Other292 (89.6%)34 (10.4%)
Total8,544 (53.8%)7,321 (46.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cape Girardeau

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cape Girardeau
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)256 (3.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms172 (2.0%)2,161 (29.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,009 (23.5%)3,247 (44.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,855 (33.4%)1,061 (14.5%)
8 or more Rooms3,508 (41.1%)596 (8.1%)
Total8,544 (100.0%)7,321 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cape Girardeau

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cape Girardeau
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,041 (59.0%)2,402 (32.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas132 (1.5%)83 (1.1%)
Electricity3,350 (39.2%)4,805 (65.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels21 (0.3%)25 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)6 (0.1%)
Total8,544 (100.0%)7,321 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Cape Girardeau

Household Vehicle Usage in Cape Girardeau
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle138 (1.6%)1,200 (16.4%)
1 Vehicle2,678 (31.3%)3,607 (49.3%)
2 Vehicles3,711 (43.4%)1,737 (23.7%)
3 or more Vehicles2,017 (23.6%)777 (10.6%)
Total8,544 (100.0%)7,321 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Cape Girardeau

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cape Girardeau

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,2895,255
Median Property Value$164,200$185,800
Median Household Income$50,388$980
Monthly Housing Costs$487$319
Real Estate Taxes$1,281$99

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cape Girardeau

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cape Girardeau
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000266 (8.1%)109 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999332 (10.1%)526 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,160 (65.7%)3,309 (63.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999468 (14.2%)951 (18.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99963 (1.9%)258 (4.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)70 (1.3%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)32 (0.6%)
Total3,289 (100.0%)5,255 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cape Girardeau

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cape Girardeau
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000122 (3.7%)51 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999606 (18.4%)84 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999432 (13.1%)264 (5.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999480 (14.6%)188 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999575 (17.5%)567 (10.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999441 (13.4%)971 (18.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999438 (13.3%)967 (18.4%)
$150,000 or more195 (5.9%)1,234 (23.5%)
Total3,289 (100.0%)5,255 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cape Girardeau

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cape Girardeau
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x980 (29.8%)91,284 (1,737.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x709 (21.6%)2,267 (43.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x271 (8.2%)1,311 (24.9%)
4.0x or more1,323 (40.2%)567 (10.8%)
Total3,289 (100.0%)5,255 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cape Girardeau

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cape Girardeau
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800638 (19.4%)20 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,4991,308 (39.8%)873 (16.6%)
$800 to $1,4991,203 (36.6%)1,866 (35.5%)
Total3,289 (100.0%)5,255 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Cape Girardeau

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cape Girardeau

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,270 (97.3%)64 (2.7%)
6 to 18 Years5,509 (94.8%)303 (5.2%)
19 to 25 Years6,726 (84.8%)1,203 (15.2%)
26 to 34 Years3,532 (81.0%)826 (19.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,677 (88.7%)468 (11.3%)
45 to 54 Years3,245 (93.6%)220 (6.4%)
55 to 64 Years3,994 (95.4%)191 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years3,643 (99.2%)31 (0.8%)
75 Years and older3,009 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35,605 (91.5%)3,306 (8.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cape Girardeau

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cape Girardeau
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,270 (97.3%)64 (2.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,509 (94.8%)303 (5.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6,726 (84.8%)1,203 (15.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cape Girardeau

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cape Girardeau
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,122 (84.1%)970 (15.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9997,402 (87.0%)1,111 (13.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,060 (93.3%)437 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,929 (94.2%)305 (5.8%)
$100,000 and over9,870 (95.8%)434 (4.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cape Girardeau

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,104 (47.3%)1,182 (50.6%)
6 to 18 Years2,574 (44.3%)3,163 (54.4%)
19 to 25 Years394 (5.0%)6,375 (80.4%)
25 to 34 Years668 (15.3%)2,955 (67.8%)
35 to 44 Years631 (15.2%)3,181 (76.7%)
45 to 54 Years482 (13.9%)2,878 (83.1%)
55 to 64 Years919 (22.0%)3,422 (81.8%)
65 to 74 Years3,494 (95.1%)2,131 (58.0%)
75 Years and over2,984 (99.2%)1,948 (64.7%)
Total13,250 (34.1%)27,235 (70.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cape Girardeau

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cape Girardeau
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.0%)
5 to 17 Years305 (12.2%)86 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years339 (5.2%)353 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years1,128 (19.2%)902 (15.2%)
65 to 74 Years707 (43.2%)565 (27.7%)
75 Years and over399 (35.9%)893 (47.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cape Girardeau

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Cape Girardeau: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.0%)
5 to 17 Years29 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years87 (1.3%)38 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years218 (3.7%)92 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years368 (22.5%)179 (8.8%)
75 Years and over201 (18.1%)504 (26.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Cape Girardeau: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years62 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years70 (1.1%)79 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years202 (3.4%)187 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years146 (8.9%)101 (5.0%)
75 Years and over92 (8.3%)299 (15.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Cape Girardeau: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years214 (8.6%)64 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years182 (2.8%)206 (3.0%)
35 to 64 Years547 (9.3%)521 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years204 (12.5%)181 (8.9%)
75 Years and over107 (9.6%)153 (8.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Cape Girardeau: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years26 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (0.3%)31 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years523 (8.9%)477 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years459 (28.1%)413 (20.3%)
75 Years and over197 (17.7%)488 (25.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Cape Girardeau: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years26 (1.0%)22 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years14 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years159 (2.7%)185 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years139 (8.5%)57 (2.8%)
75 Years and over136 (12.2%)92 (4.8%)

Technology Access in Cape Girardeau

Computing Device Access in Cape Girardeau

Computing Device Access in Cape Girardeau
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop11,41772.0%
Smartphone13,70286.4%
Tablet8,96956.5%
No Computing Device1,3248.4%
Total15,865100.0%

Internet Access in Cape Girardeau

Internet Access in Cape Girardeau
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet510.3%
Broadband Home11,48972.4%
Cellular Data Only1,83611.6%
Satellite Internet5853.7%
No Internet2,17813.7%
Total15,865100.0%

Cape Girardeau Summary

Cape Girardeau, Missouri is a city located in the southeastern corner of the state, along the Mississippi River. It is the county seat of Cape Girardeau County and the largest city in the region. The city has a population of approximately 37,000 people and is the principal city of the Cape Girardeau Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Cape Girardeau and Bollinger counties.

History

Cape Girardeau was founded in 1793 by French settlers, who named it after the nearby cape. The city was originally part of the Louisiana Territory, and was later part of the Missouri Territory. In 1812, the city was incorporated as a town, and in 1843, it was incorporated as a city.
During the Civil War, the city was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Cape Girardeau. After the war, the city experienced a period of growth and prosperity, and by the early 20th century, it had become a major transportation hub, with several railroads and the Mississippi River providing access to the rest of the country.

Geography

Cape Girardeau is located in the southeastern corner of Missouri, along the Mississippi River. The city is situated on a bluff overlooking the river, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The city has a total area of 16.3 square miles, of which 15.9 square miles is land and 0.4 square miles is water.

Economy

Cape Girardeau’s economy is largely based on healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The city is home to several major employers, including Southeast Missouri State University, Saint Francis Medical Center, and Procter & Gamble. The city also has a thriving tourism industry, with several attractions, including the Cape Splash Family Aquatic Center, the Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center, and the Cape Girardeau Historic District.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Cape Girardeau was 37,941. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 15.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,837, and the median income for a family was $48,919. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 14.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Cape Girardeau?
Total Population of Cape Girardeau is 39,795.
What is the Total Male Population of Cape Girardeau?
Total Male Population of Cape Girardeau is 19,043.
What is the Total Female Population of Cape Girardeau?
Total Female Population of Cape Girardeau is 20,752.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cape Girardeau?
There are 91.76 Males per 100 Females in Cape Girardeau.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cape Girardeau?
There are 108.97 Females per 100 Males in Cape Girardeau.
What is the Median Population Age in Cape Girardeau?
Median Population Age in Cape Girardeau is 33.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cape Girardeau
Average Family Size in Cape Girardeau is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cape Girardeau
Average Household Size in Cape Girardeau is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Cape Girardeau?
Per Capita income in Cape Girardeau is $29,907.
What is the Median Family Income in Cape Girardeau?
Median Family Income in Cape Girardeau is $74,882.
What is the Median Household income in Cape Girardeau?
Median Household Income in Cape Girardeau is $51,671.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cape Girardeau?
Income or Wage Gap in Cape Girardeau is 21.8%.
Women in Cape Girardeau earn 78.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Cape Girardeau?
Family Income Deficit in Cape Girardeau is $10,367.
Families that are below poverty line in Cape Girardeau earn $10,367 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cape Girardeau?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cape Girardeau is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cape Girardeau?
There are 20,541 People in the Labor Forcein in Cape Girardeau.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cape Girardeau?
61.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Cape Girardeau.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cape Girardeau?
Unemployment Rate in Cape Girardeau is 3.4%.