Lexington, MO

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Lexington Overview

4,592
TOTAL POPULATION
2,429
MALE POPULATION
2,163
FEMALE POPULATION
112.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,351
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,869
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,815
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
7.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,269
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lexington Zip Codes

Lexington Area Codes

Race in Lexington

The most populous races in Lexington are White / Caucasian (4,035 | 87.9%), Hispanic or Latino (488 | 10.6%), and Two or more Races (317 | 6.9%).
Race in Lexington
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American932.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino48810.6%
Native / Alaskan40.1%
White / Caucasian4,03587.9%
Two or more Races3176.9%
Some other Race1433.1%
Total4,592100.0%

Ancestry in Lexington

The most populous ancestries reported in Lexington are Irish (729 | 15.9%), American (563 | 12.3%), Mexican (483 | 10.5%), English (474 | 10.3%), and German (365 | 8.0%), together accounting for 56.9% of all Lexington residents.
Ancestry in Lexington
Ancestry# Population% Population
American56312.3%
Arab140.3%
Belgian140.3%
Cree40.1%
Dutch130.3%
English47410.3%
European190.4%
French50.1%
German3658.0%
Irish72915.9%
Italian841.8%
Mexican48310.5%
Norwegian591.3%
Polish280.6%
Puerto Rican50.1%
Scandinavian120.3%
Scotch-Irish1543.4%
Scottish471.0%
Slavic180.4%
Swedish511.1%
Swiss140.3%
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Immigrants in Lexington

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lexington came from Central America (241 | 5.2%), Latin America (241 | 5.2%), Mexico (241 | 5.2%), Africa (10 | 0.2%), and Canada (4 | 0.1%), together accounting for 16.1% of all Lexington residents.
Immigrants in Lexington
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa100.2%
Canada40.1%
Central America2415.2%
Latin America2415.2%
Mexico2415.2%
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Sex and Age in Lexington

Sex and Age in Lexington

The most populous age groups in Lexington are 25 to 29 Years (277 | 11.4%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (282 | 13.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lexington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years161 (6.6%)130 (6.0%)
5 to 9 Years129 (5.3%)156 (7.2%)
10 to 14 Years260 (10.7%)133 (6.1%)
15 to 19 Years175 (7.2%)155 (7.2%)
20 to 24 Years137 (5.6%)81 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Years277 (11.4%)111 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years116 (4.8%)282 (13.0%)
35 to 39 Years147 (6.0%)203 (9.4%)
40 to 44 Years255 (10.5%)42 (1.9%)
45 to 49 Years60 (2.5%)124 (5.7%)
50 to 54 Years33 (1.4%)138 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years165 (6.8%)144 (6.7%)
60 to 64 Years259 (10.7%)72 (3.3%)
65 to 69 Years63 (2.6%)85 (3.9%)
70 to 74 Years76 (3.1%)108 (5.0%)
75 to 79 Years47 (1.9%)73 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years65 (2.7%)99 (4.6%)
85 Years and over4 (0.2%)27 (1.3%)
Total2,429 (100.0%)2,163 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lexington

Median Family Size in Lexington

The median family size in Lexington is 3.40 persons per family, with single male/father families (62 | 6.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.81 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (225 | 23.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.26 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lexington
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple670 (70.0%)3.41
Single Male/Father62 (6.5%)3.81
Single Female/Mother225 (23.5%)3.26
Total Families957 (100.0%)3.40

Median Household Size in Lexington

The median household size in Lexington is 2.56 persons per household, with single male/father households (62 | 3.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.5 persons per household. non-family households (756 | 44.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.37 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lexington
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple670 (39.1%)3.41
Single Male/Father62 (3.6%)4.50
Single Female/Mother225 (13.1%)3.45
Non-family756 (44.1%)1.37
Total Households1,713 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lexington

Out of a total of 1,713 households in Lexington, 957 (55.9%) are family households, while 756 (44.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 389, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 567.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lexington
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-567 (33.1%)
2-Person Households389 (22.7%)189 (11.0%)
3-Person Households181 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households171 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households136 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households57 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households23 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total957 (55.9%)756 (44.1%)

Female Fertility in Lexington

Fertility by Age in Lexington

Average fertility rate in Lexington is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lexington
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years44 (65.7%)93.0
35 to 50 years23 (34.3%)55.0
Total67 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lexington

68.7% of women with births (67) in Lexington are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 47.7% 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 Lexington
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years23 (52.3%)21 (47.7%)
35 to 50 years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (68.7%)21 (31.3%)

Fertility by Education in Lexington

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lexington
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School10 (14.9%)65.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree44 (65.7%)152.0
Bachelor's Degree13 (19.4%)49.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total67 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lexington

31.3% of women with births in Lexington are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 47.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lexington
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree23 (52.3%)21 (47.7%)
Bachelor's Degree13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (68.7%)21 (31.3%)

Income in Lexington

Income Overview in Lexington

Per Capita Income in Lexington is $31,351, while median incomes of families and households are $95,869 and $69,815 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,592$31,351
Median Family Income957$95,869
Mean Family Income957$90,459
Median Household Income1,713$69,815
Mean Household Income1,713$79,128
Income Deficit957$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,5927.06%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,59292.94¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,5920.38

Earnings by Sex in Lexington

Average Earnings in Lexington are $39,700, $39,034 for men and $42,000 for women, a difference of 7.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Lexington
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,437 (58.0%)$39,034
Female1,040 (42.0%)$42,000
Total2,477 (100.0%)$39,700

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lexington

The most common earnings brackets in Lexington are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (258 | 17.9%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (225 | 21.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lexington
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less50 (3.5%)74 (7.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99987 (6.0%)49 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4996 (0.4%)72 (6.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99958 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49970 (4.9%)79 (7.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99914 (1.0%)44 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49920 (1.4%)31 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99916 (1.1%)5 (0.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)11 (1.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99960 (4.2%)15 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99952 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999111 (7.7%)39 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999258 (17.9%)45 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99991 (6.3%)143 (13.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99980 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99928 (1.9%)225 (21.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99968 (4.7%)19 (1.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999186 (12.9%)94 (9.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99987 (6.0%)65 (6.2%)
$100,000+95 (6.6%)30 (2.9%)
Total1,437 (100.0%)1,040 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lexington

Average earnings in Lexington are $40,813 for men and $44,384 for women, a difference of 8.1%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $49,542, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $40,508. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,830, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $50,469.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lexington
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$49,125$0
College or Associate's Degree$49,542$51,308
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$40,508$50,469
Total$40,813$44,384

Family Income in Lexington

Family Income Brackets in Lexington

According to the Lexington family income data, there are 223 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Lexington
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000232.4%
$10,000 to $14,99911211.7%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999353.7%
$35,000 to $49,999879.1%
$50,000 to $74,99911512.0%
$75,000 to $99,99922323.3%
$100,000 to $149,99921922.9%
$150,000 to $199,99913013.6%
$200,000+131.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lexington

4-person families (138 | 14.4%) account for the highest median family income in Lexington with $99,423 per family, while 2-person families (423 | 44.2%) have the highest median income of $44,943 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lexington
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families423 (44.2%)$89,886
3-Person Families189 (19.8%)$0
4-Person Families138 (14.4%)$99,423
5-Person Families127 (13.3%)$88,977
6-Person Families57 (6.0%)$0
7+ Person Families23 (2.4%)$0
Total957 (100.0%)$95,869

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lexington

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lexington
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners144 (15.0%)$54,554
1 Earner215 (22.5%)$0
2 Earners443 (46.3%)$105,197
3+ Earners155 (16.2%)$0
Total957 (100.0%)$95,869

Household Income in Lexington

Household Income Brackets in Lexington

With 360 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Lexington, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 38 households (2.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lexington
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000553.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991347.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991347.8%
$25,000 to $34,999985.7%
$35,000 to $49,99920612.0%
$50,000 to $74,99923813.9%
$75,000 to $99,99932418.9%
$100,000 to $149,99936021.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991307.6%
$200,000+382.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lexington

The median household income in Lexington is $69,815, with the highest median household income of $98,349 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 507 households (29.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 20 households (1.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lexington
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years20 (1.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years745 (43.5%)$69,410
45 to 64 Years507 (29.6%)$98,349
65+ Years441 (25.7%)$39,547
Total1,713 (100.0%)$69,815

Poverty in Lexington

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lexington

With 11.6% poverty level for males and 19.8% for females among the residents of Lexington, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 108 males (67.1%) and 39 females (58.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lexington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years108 (67.1%)59 (45.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years79 (32.5%)27 (13.4%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)39 (58.2%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (55.2%)
18 to 24 Years12 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)99 (25.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)39 (16.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)73 (28.3%)
55 to 64 Years28 (6.9%)25 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years23 (16.6%)16 (8.6%)
75 Years and over17 (15.6%)18 (10.1%)
Total267 (11.6%)411 (19.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lexington

According to the poverty statistics in Lexington, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lexington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years53 (32.9%)71 (54.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years164 (67.5%)174 (86.6%)
12 to 14 Years146 (100.0%)28 (41.8%)
15 Years47 (100.0%)48 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years128 (100.0%)13 (44.8%)
18 to 24 Years115 (90.5%)120 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years344 (100.0%)288 (74.4%)
35 to 44 Years369 (100.0%)201 (83.8%)
45 to 54 Years84 (100.0%)185 (71.7%)
55 to 64 Years379 (93.1%)187 (88.2%)
65 to 74 Years116 (83.5%)169 (91.3%)
75 Years and over92 (84.4%)160 (89.9%)
Total2,037 (88.4%)1,665 (80.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lexington

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lexington show that 2.5% or 17 of the total 670 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.8%, comprising of 17 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lexington
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children339 (95.2%)17 (4.8%)
1 or 2 Children130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total653 (97.5%)17 (2.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lexington

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lexington
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)14 (19.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)95 (78.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)141 (62.7%)

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

The poverty data for Lexington shows that 17 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 141 of the single-parent households (49.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (4.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lexington
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children17 (4.8%)14 (15.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)95 (58.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total17 (2.5%)141 (49.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Lexington

Employment by Class of Employer in Lexington

Among the 1,995 employed individuals in Lexington, private company employees (1,598 | 80.1%), not-for-profit organizations (117 | 5.9%), and state government employees (103 | 5.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lexington
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,59880.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)422.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)351.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations1175.9%
Local Government Employees502.5%
State Government Employees1035.2%
Federal Government Employees502.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,995100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lexington

According to the labor force statistics for Lexington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,528), 64.3% or 2,269 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 98 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.9% or 358 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.2% or 81 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lexington
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years74 (31.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years150 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years346 (89.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years358 (89.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years570 (88.1%)81 (14.2%)
45 to 54 Years170 (47.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years237 (76.7%)16 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years209 (63.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years115 (34.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over40 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,269 (64.3%)98 (4.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lexington

According to labor force statistics for Lexington, 77.8% of individuals (1,889) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,428) are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 96 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 88.7% or 488 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 36.5% or 58 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lexington
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School159 (62.6%)93 (36.5%)
High School Diploma774 (70.8%)55 (5.0%)
College / Associate Degree488 (88.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher469 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,889 (77.8%)124 (5.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lexington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lexington are Health Diagnosing & Treating (279 | 12.9%), Health Technologists (202 | 9.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (92 | 4.2%), Computers & Mathematics (92 | 4.2%), and Management (70 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lexington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lexington, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Community & Social Service (61.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (46.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (97.5%), and Health Technologists (96.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lexington
OccupationMaleFemale
Management32 (45.7%)38 (54.3%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science28 (30.4%)64 (69.6%)
Computers & Mathematics28 (30.4%)64 (69.6%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 39 (61.9%)24 (38.1%)
Education, Arts & Media18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library21 (46.7%)24 (53.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7 (2.5%)272 (97.5%)
Health Technologists7 (3.5%)195 (96.5%)
Total (Category)106 (19.1%)449 (80.9%)
Total (Overall)1,310 (60.3%)862 (39.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lexington are Food Preparation & Serving (115 | 5.3%), Security & Protection (102 | 4.7%), Law Enforcement (69 | 3.2%), Firefighting & Prevention (33 | 1.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (28 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Lexington

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lexington, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (60.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (53.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (82.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lexington
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Security & Protection45 (44.1%)57 (55.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement12 (17.4%)57 (82.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving70 (60.9%)45 (39.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15 (53.6%)13 (46.4%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total (Category)130 (45.1%)158 (54.9%)
Total (Overall)1,310 (60.3%)862 (39.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lexington are Office & Administration (198 | 9.1%), and Sales & Related (133 | 6.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lexington

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lexington
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related60 (45.1%)73 (54.9%)
Office & Administration100 (50.5%)98 (49.5%)
Total (Category)160 (48.3%)171 (51.7%)
Total (Overall)1,310 (60.3%)862 (39.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lexington are Construction & Extraction (345 | 15.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (124 | 5.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (86 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lexington

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lexington
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction331 (95.9%)14 (4.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)541 (97.5%)14 (2.5%)
Total (Overall)1,310 (60.3%)862 (39.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lexington are Production (185 | 8.5%), Transportation (168 | 7.7%), and Material Moving (90 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lexington

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lexington
OccupationMaleFemale
Production185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation155 (92.3%)13 (7.7%)
Material Moving33 (36.7%)57 (63.3%)
Total (Category)373 (84.2%)70 (15.8%)
Total (Overall)1,310 (60.3%)862 (39.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lexington

Employment Industries in Lexington

The major employment industries in Lexington include Health Care & Social Assistance (523 | 24.1%), Construction (318 | 14.6%), Wholesale Trade (168 | 7.7%), Retail Trade (161 | 7.4%), and Manufacturing (138 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Lexington

Employment Industries by Sex in Lexington

The Lexington industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lexington
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction318 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing128 (92.7%)10 (7.2%)
Wholesale Trade111 (66.1%)57 (33.9%)
Retail Trade106 (65.8%)55 (34.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing97 (77.6%)28 (22.4%)
Utilities98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing13 (48.1%)14 (51.8%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support75 (85.2%)13 (14.8%)
Educational Services51 (59.3%)35 (40.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance100 (19.1%)423 (80.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services79 (63.7%)45 (36.3%)
Public Administration25 (21.0%)94 (79.0%)
Total1,310 (60.3%)862 (39.7%)

Education in Lexington

School Enrollment in Lexington

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,105 students in Lexington are middle school (307 | 27.8%), high school (252 | 22.8%), and elementary school (233 | 21.1%).
School Enrollment in Lexington
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool595.3%
Kindergarten11710.6%
Elementary School23321.1%
Middle School30727.8%
High School25222.8%
College / Undergraduate13712.4%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,105100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lexington

Out of a total of 1,105 students who are enrolled in schools in Lexington, 39 (3.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,066 (96.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 11 (50.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 393 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lexington
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds29 (76.3%)9 (23.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old276 (96.8%)9 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds393 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds252 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds82 (89.1%)10 (10.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,066 (96.5%)39 (3.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lexington

Business (179 | 25.1%), education (100 | 14.0%), arts & humanities (93 | 13.1%), science & technology (78 | 11.0%), and physical & health sciences (64 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 712 individuals in Lexington who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lexington
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics91.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural375.2%
Physical & Health Sciences649.0%
Psychology436.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering334.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology7811.0%
Business17925.1%
Education10014.0%
Literature & Languages162.2%
Liberal Arts & History395.5%
Visual & Performing Arts212.9%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities9313.1%
Total712100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lexington

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lexington

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lexington are males with 2 vehicles (642, accounting for 52.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (501, making up 85.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lexington
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle47 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle128 (10.5%)187 (24.8%)
2 Vehicles642 (52.7%)501 (66.4%)
3 Vehicles200 (16.4%)10 (1.3%)
4 Vehicles12 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles188 (15.4%)57 (7.5%)
Total1,217 (100.0%)755 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lexington

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lexington are 5 to 9 minutes (313 commuters, 16.1%), 15 to 19 minutes (243 commuters, 12.5%), and 25 to 29 minutes (180 commuters, 9.3%).
Commute Time in Lexington
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1517.8%
5 to 9 Minutes31316.1%
10 to 14 Minutes1427.3%
15 to 19 Minutes24312.5%
20 to 24 Minutes1628.3%
25 to 29 Minutes1809.3%
30 to 34 Minutes1176.0%
35 to 39 Minutes1568.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1809.3%
45 to 59 Minutes1346.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1497.7%
90 or more Minutes150.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Lexington

The most common commute times in Lexington are 15 to 19 minutes (161 commuters, 13.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (215 commuters, 28.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lexington
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes29 (2.4%)122 (16.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes98 (8.2%)215 (28.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes20 (1.7%)122 (16.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes161 (13.4%)82 (11.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes122 (10.2%)40 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes145 (12.1%)35 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes82 (6.8%)35 (4.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes156 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes88 (7.3%)92 (12.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes134 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes149 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes15 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lexington

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lexington are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (317, 26.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (163, 21.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lexington
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM51 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM108 (9.0%)21 (2.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM95 (7.9%)10 (1.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM188 (15.7%)48 (6.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM317 (26.4%)162 (21.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM208 (17.3%)163 (21.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM40 (3.3%)158 (21.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM64 (5.3%)31 (4.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM16 (1.3%)33 (4.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM11 (0.9%)41 (5.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM19 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (1.0%)41 (5.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM70 (5.8%)35 (4.7%)
Total1,199 (100.0%)743 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lexington

Occupancy by Ownership in Lexington

Of the total 1,713 dwellings in Lexington, owner-occupied units account for 1,024 (59.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 689 (40.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lexington
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,02459.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units68940.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,713100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lexington

Occupancy by Household Size in Lexington
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household56733.1%
2-Person Household57833.7%
3-Person Household18110.6%
4+ Person Household38722.6%
Total Housing Units1,713100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lexington

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lexington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household323 (57.0%)244 (43.0%)
2-Person Household375 (64.9%)203 (35.1%)
3-Person Household77 (42.5%)104 (57.5%)
4+ Person Household249 (64.3%)138 (35.7%)
Total Housing Units1,024 (59.8%)689 (40.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lexington

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lexington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
High School Diploma435 (55.9%)343 (44.1%)
College/Associate Degree282 (54.3%)237 (45.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher307 (79.1%)81 (20.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lexington

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lexington
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years50529.5%
35 to 44 Years26015.2%
45 to 54 Years1217.1%
55 to 64 Years38622.5%
65 to 74 Years19711.5%
75 to 84 Years23013.4%
85 Years and Over140.8%
Total1,713100.0%

Housing Finances in Lexington

Median Income by Occupancy in Lexington

Median Income by Occupancy in Lexington
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,024 (59.8%)$93,958
Renter-Occupied689 (40.2%)$38,730
Average1,713 (100.0%)$69,815

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lexington

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lexington
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (1.8%)36 (5.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99917 (1.7%)117 (17.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (1.5%)71 (10.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99937 (3.6%)11 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99933 (3.2%)65 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99993 (9.1%)112 (16.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999202 (19.7%)36 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999182 (17.8%)141 (20.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999290 (28.3%)70 (10.2%)
$150,000 or more137 (13.4%)30 (4.3%)
Total1,024 (100.0%)689 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lexington

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lexington
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30016 (1.6%)68 (9.9%)
$300 to $499167 (16.3%)49 (7.1%)
$500 to $799321 (31.4%)160 (23.2%)
$800 to $999169 (16.5%)232 (33.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499276 (27.0%)149 (21.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99968 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,024 (100.0%)689 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lexington

Housing Structures in Lexington

Housing Structures in Lexington
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,41182.4%
Single Unit, Attached452.6%
2 Unit Apartments321.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments905.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments865.0%
10 or more Apartments492.9%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,713100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lexington

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lexington
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached992 (70.3%)419 (29.7%)
Single Unit, Attached32 (71.1%)13 (28.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,024 (59.8%)689 (40.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lexington

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lexington
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)92 (13.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms455 (44.4%)392 (56.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms207 (20.2%)135 (19.6%)
8 or more Rooms362 (35.3%)70 (10.2%)
Total1,024 (100.0%)689 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lexington

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lexington
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas710 (69.3%)427 (62.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas42 (4.1%)52 (7.5%)
Electricity272 (26.6%)210 (30.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,024 (100.0%)689 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lexington

Household Vehicle Usage in Lexington
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (1.2%)118 (17.1%)
1 Vehicle209 (20.4%)271 (39.3%)
2 Vehicles632 (61.7%)222 (32.2%)
3 or more Vehicles171 (16.7%)78 (11.3%)
Total1,024 (100.0%)689 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lexington

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lexington

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units471553
Median Property Value$141,100$137,800
Median Household Income$111,641$116
Monthly Housing Costs$546$7
Real Estate Taxes$1,379$20

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lexington

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lexington
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00073 (15.5%)49 (8.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99937 (7.9%)100 (18.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999323 (68.6%)373 (67.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99917 (3.6%)31 (5.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99921 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total471 (100.0%)553 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lexington

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lexington
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00018 (3.8%)19 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99940 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)29 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99947 (10.0%)33 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99977 (16.4%)46 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (5.9%)125 (22.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999240 (51.0%)154 (27.9%)
$150,000 or more21 (4.5%)50 (9.0%)
Total471 (100.0%)553 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lexington

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lexington
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x208 (44.2%)90,398 (16,346.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x123 (26.1%)288 (52.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x73 (15.5%)199 (36.0%)
4.0x or more67 (14.2%)33 (6.0%)
Total471 (100.0%)553 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lexington

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lexington
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80043 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499231 (49.0%)141 (25.5%)
$800 to $1,499197 (41.8%)171 (30.9%)
Total471 (100.0%)553 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lexington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lexington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lexington
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years284 (91.0%)28 (9.0%)
6 to 18 Years772 (84.9%)137 (15.1%)
19 to 25 Years291 (89.0%)36 (11.0%)
26 to 34 Years406 (58.4%)289 (41.6%)
35 to 44 Years471 (77.3%)138 (22.7%)
45 to 54 Years342 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years586 (94.7%)33 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years301 (92.9%)23 (7.1%)
75 Years and older287 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,740 (84.5%)684 (15.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lexington

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lexington
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born284 (91.0%)28 (9.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen772 (84.9%)137 (15.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen291 (89.0%)36 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lexington

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lexington
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000488 (92.1%)42 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999616 (95.1%)32 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999456 (64.0%)257 (36.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999810 (78.8%)218 (21.2%)
$100,000 and over1,326 (90.8%)135 (9.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lexington

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lexington
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6209 (67.0%)75 (24.0%)
6 to 18 Years218 (24.0%)554 (61.0%)
19 to 25 Years73 (22.3%)258 (78.9%)
25 to 34 Years75 (10.8%)344 (49.5%)
35 to 44 Years131 (21.5%)340 (55.8%)
45 to 54 Years184 (53.8%)251 (73.4%)
55 to 64 Years121 (19.6%)465 (75.1%)
65 to 74 Years301 (92.9%)207 (63.9%)
75 Years and over287 (100.0%)147 (51.2%)
Total1,599 (36.1%)2,641 (59.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lexington

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lexington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years56 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (2.5%)11 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years102 (11.9%)236 (33.2%)
65 to 74 Years40 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over58 (53.2%)85 (47.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lexington

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lexington: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over41 (37.6%)13 (7.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lexington: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (1.4%)14 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (16.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lexington: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years56 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years51 (5.9%)155 (21.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lexington: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years63 (7.3%)197 (27.8%)
65 to 74 Years17 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (15.6%)60 (33.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lexington: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years17 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (2.8%)43 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years17 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Lexington

Computing Device Access in Lexington

Computing Device Access in Lexington
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,05761.7%
Smartphone1,45284.8%
Tablet74543.5%
No Computing Device794.6%
Total1,713100.0%

Internet Access in Lexington

Internet Access in Lexington
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet110.6%
Broadband Home94655.2%
Cellular Data Only32218.8%
Satellite Internet17110.0%
No Internet32819.2%
Total1,713100.0%

Lexington Summary

Lexington, Missouri is a small city located in Lafayette County, Missouri. It is the county seat of Lafayette County and is located about 40 miles east of Kansas City. The city has a population of about 4,500 people and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

History

The area that is now Lexington was first settled in 1819 by a group of settlers from Kentucky. The town was originally called “Lexington” after the city of Lexington, Kentucky. The town was officially incorporated in 1837 and was named the county seat of Lafayette County in 1839.
In the late 19th century, Lexington was a major stop on the Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad. The railroad brought many new settlers to the area and helped to spur economic growth. The town also became a major center for the production of hemp and tobacco.
In the early 20th century, Lexington was a major center for the production of automobiles. The town was home to the Lexington Motor Company, which produced cars from 1910 to 1915. The company was eventually bought out by the Ford Motor Company.

Geography

Lexington is located in the northern part of Lafayette County, Missouri. The city is situated on the Missouri River and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The climate in Lexington is humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 54 degrees Fahrenheit. The average annual precipitation is around 40 inches.

Economy

The economy of Lexington is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural companies, including the Cargill Corporation and the Monsanto Company. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including the Lexington Motor Company and the Ford Motor Company.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The city is also home to several educational institutions, including the University of Missouri-Columbia and the University of Central Missouri.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lexington was 4,453. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the city was $19,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lexington?
Total Population of Lexington is 4,592.
What is the Total Male Population of Lexington?
Total Male Population of Lexington is 2,429.
What is the Total Female Population of Lexington?
Total Female Population of Lexington is 2,163.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lexington?
There are 112.30 Males per 100 Females in Lexington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lexington?
There are 89.05 Females per 100 Males in Lexington.
What is the Median Population Age in Lexington?
Median Population Age in Lexington is 34.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lexington
Average Family Size in Lexington is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lexington
Average Household Size in Lexington is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lexington?
Per Capita income in Lexington is $31,351.
What is the Median Family Income in Lexington?
Median Family Income in Lexington is $95,869.
What is the Median Household income in Lexington?
Median Household Income in Lexington is $69,815.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lexington?
Income or Wage Gap in Lexington is 7.1%.
Women in Lexington earn 92.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lexington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lexington is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lexington?
There are 2,269 People in the Labor Forcein in Lexington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lexington?
64.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Lexington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lexington?
Unemployment Rate in Lexington is 4.3%.