Malden, MO

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Malden Overview

3,790
TOTAL POPULATION
1,940
MALE POPULATION
1,850
FEMALE POPULATION
104.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.36
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,880
PER CAPITA INCOME
$43,358
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$35,451
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,531
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Malden Zip Codes

Malden Area Codes

Race in Malden

The most populous races in Malden are White / Caucasian (2,941 | 77.6%), Black / African American (565 | 14.9%), and Two or more Races (146 | 3.8%).
Race in Malden
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American56514.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1353.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,94177.6%
Two or more Races1463.8%
Some other Race1383.6%
Total3,790100.0%

Ancestry in Malden

The most populous ancestries reported in Malden are German (523 | 13.8%), American (348 | 9.2%), Irish (345 | 9.1%), English (251 | 6.6%), and Mexican (132 | 3.5%), together accounting for 42.2% of all Malden residents.
Ancestry in Malden
Ancestry# Population% Population
African70.2%
American3489.2%
Blackfeet30.1%
British360.9%
Cherokee340.9%
Creek461.2%
Dutch160.4%
English2516.6%
French180.5%
French Canadian752.0%
German52313.8%
Hungarian1002.6%
Irish3459.1%
Italian1042.7%
Mexican1323.5%
Polish110.3%
Portuguese50.1%
Scandinavian150.4%
Scotch-Irish671.8%
Scottish521.4%
Spanish30.1%
Subsaharan African70.2%
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Immigrants in Malden

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Malden came from Central America (53 | 1.4%), Latin America (53 | 1.4%), Mexico (53 | 1.4%), Africa (27 | 0.7%), and Eastern Africa (27 | 0.7%), together accounting for 5.6% of all Malden residents.
Immigrants in Malden
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa270.7%
Canada130.3%
Central America531.4%
Eastern Africa270.7%
Kenya270.7%
Latin America531.4%
Mexico531.4%
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Sex and Age in Malden

Sex and Age in Malden

The most populous age groups in Malden are 35 to 39 Years (286 | 14.7%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (196 | 10.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Malden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years191 (9.9%)145 (7.8%)
5 to 9 Years176 (9.1%)59 (3.2%)
10 to 14 Years63 (3.3%)118 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Years252 (13.0%)81 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Years135 (7.0%)108 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years28 (1.4%)58 (3.1%)
30 to 34 Years57 (2.9%)91 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years286 (14.7%)97 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Years80 (4.1%)196 (10.6%)
45 to 49 Years118 (6.1%)151 (8.2%)
50 to 54 Years26 (1.3%)115 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years108 (5.6%)148 (8.0%)
60 to 64 Years172 (8.9%)81 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years114 (5.9%)102 (5.5%)
70 to 74 Years64 (3.3%)147 (8.0%)
75 to 79 Years20 (1.0%)91 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years44 (2.3%)38 (2.1%)
85 Years and over6 (0.3%)24 (1.3%)
Total1,940 (100.0%)1,850 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Malden

Median Family Size in Malden

The median family size in Malden is 2.97 persons per family, with married-couple families (476 | 48.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (174 | 17.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.66 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Malden
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple476 (48.8%)3.14
Single Male/Father174 (17.8%)2.66
Single Female/Mother325 (33.3%)2.89
Total Families975 (100.0%)2.97

Median Household Size in Malden

The median household size in Malden is 2.36 persons per household, with married-couple households (476 | 30.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (591 | 37.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Malden
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple476 (30.4%)3.14
Single Male/Father174 (11.1%)2.72
Single Female/Mother325 (20.7%)3.09
Non-family591 (37.7%)1.23
Total Households1,566 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Malden

Out of a total of 1,566 households in Malden, 975 (62.3%) are family households, while 591 (37.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 476, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 495.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Malden
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-495 (31.6%)
2-Person Households476 (30.4%)88 (5.6%)
3-Person Households222 (14.2%)8 (0.5%)
4-Person Households181 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households45 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households51 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total975 (62.3%)591 (37.7%)

Female Fertility in Malden

Fertility by Age in Malden

Average fertility rate in Malden is 97.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 136.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 54.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Malden
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years35 (45.5%)136.0
35 to 50 years42 (54.5%)93.0
Total77 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Malden

76.6% of women with births (77) in Malden are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 51.4% 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 Malden
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years17 (48.6%)18 (51.4%)
35 to 50 years42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (76.6%)18 (23.4%)

Fertility by Education in Malden

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Malden
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School42 (54.5%)167.0
High School Diploma35 (45.5%)188.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total77 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Malden

23.4% of women with births in Malden 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 51.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Malden
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma17 (48.6%)18 (51.4%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total59 (76.6%)18 (23.4%)

Income in Malden

Income Overview in Malden

Per Capita Income in Malden is $23,880, while median incomes of families and households are $43,358 and $35,451 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,790$23,880
Median Family Income975$43,358
Mean Family Income975$69,772
Median Household Income1,566$35,451
Mean Household Income1,566$55,154
Income Deficit975$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,79019.84%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,79080.16¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,7900.49

Earnings by Sex in Malden

Average Earnings in Malden are $33,919, $37,380 for men and $29,965 for women, a difference of 19.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Malden
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male827 (55.2%)$37,380
Female671 (44.8%)$29,965
Total1,498 (100.0%)$33,919

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Malden

The most common earnings brackets in Malden are $7,500 to $9,999 for men (128 | 15.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (81 | 12.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Malden
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less56 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)46 (6.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49910 (1.2%)14 (2.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999128 (15.5%)61 (9.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49932 (3.9%)80 (11.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)15 (2.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)7 (1.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)22 (3.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (1.9%)16 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99935 (4.2%)75 (11.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99987 (10.5%)81 (12.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99960 (7.3%)59 (8.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99946 (5.6%)13 (1.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99910 (1.2%)60 (8.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (0.2%)47 (7.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99984 (10.2%)37 (5.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99941 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999128 (15.5%)38 (5.7%)
$100,000+92 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total827 (100.0%)671 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Malden

Average earnings in Malden are $55,721 for men and $33,815 for women, a difference of 39.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $73,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,125. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,941, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $26,859.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Malden
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,125$34,643
College or Associate's Degree$59,028$26,859
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$73,750$51,941
Total$55,721$33,815

Family Income in Malden

Family Income Brackets in Malden

According to the Malden family income data, there are 191 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.6% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Malden
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000484.9%
$10,000 to $14,999555.6%
$15,000 to $24,99917618.1%
$25,000 to $34,999767.8%
$35,000 to $49,99919119.6%
$50,000 to $74,99913613.9%
$75,000 to $99,99910110.4%
$100,000 to $149,999878.9%
$150,000 to $199,99970.7%
$200,000+9810.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Malden

2-person families (536 | 55.0%) account for the highest median family income in Malden with $36,992 per family, while 2-person families (536 | 55.0%) have the highest median income of $18,496 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Malden
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families536 (55.0%)$36,992
3-Person Families180 (18.5%)$29,881
4-Person Families163 (16.7%)$0
5-Person Families45 (4.6%)$0
6-Person Families51 (5.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total975 (100.0%)$43,358

Family Income by Number of Earners in Malden

Family Income by Number of Earners in Malden
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners228 (23.4%)$17,727
1 Earner377 (38.7%)$43,750
2 Earners354 (36.3%)$85,577
3+ Earners16 (1.6%)$0
Total975 (100.0%)$43,358

Household Income in Malden

Household Income Brackets in Malden

With 354 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Malden, accounting for 22.6% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (0.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Malden
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000774.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991388.8%
$15,000 to $24,99935422.6%
$25,000 to $34,99918912.1%
$35,000 to $49,99929819.0%
$50,000 to $74,99918511.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991247.9%
$100,000 to $149,999966.1%
$150,000 to $199,99960.4%
$200,000+996.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Malden

The median household income in Malden is $35,451, with the highest median household income of $45,833 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 588 households (37.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $21,039, with 104 households (6.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Malden
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years104 (6.6%)$21,039
25 to 44 Years475 (30.3%)$43,799
45 to 64 Years588 (37.6%)$45,833
65+ Years399 (25.5%)$30,121
Total1,566 (100.0%)$35,451

Poverty in Malden

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Malden

With 24.7% poverty level for males and 22.0% for females among the residents of Malden, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 109 males (57.4%) and 13 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Malden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years40 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years109 (57.4%)13 (14.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)27 (35.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)14 (29.2%)
16 and 17 Years32 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years69 (35.4%)37 (26.2%)
25 to 34 Years46 (54.1%)47 (31.5%)
35 to 44 Years33 (9.1%)44 (15.0%)
45 to 54 Years46 (31.9%)94 (35.3%)
55 to 64 Years87 (31.4%)46 (20.3%)
65 to 74 Years5 (3.0%)35 (15.0%)
75 Years and over6 (9.4%)23 (22.1%)
Total473 (24.7%)393 (22.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Malden

According to the poverty statistics in Malden, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Malden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years151 (79.1%)145 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years81 (42.6%)74 (85.1%)
12 to 14 Years49 (100.0%)50 (64.9%)
15 Years11 (100.0%)34 (70.8%)
16 and 17 Years149 (82.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years126 (64.6%)104 (73.8%)
25 to 34 Years39 (45.9%)102 (68.5%)
35 to 44 Years330 (90.9%)249 (85.0%)
45 to 54 Years98 (68.1%)172 (64.7%)
55 to 64 Years190 (68.6%)181 (79.7%)
65 to 74 Years160 (97.0%)198 (85.0%)
75 Years and over58 (90.6%)81 (77.9%)
Total1,442 (75.3%)1,390 (78.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Malden

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Malden show that 2.7% or 13 of the total 476 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 43.3%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Malden
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children314 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children17 (56.7%)13 (43.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total463 (97.3%)13 (2.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Malden

According to the poverty data in Malden, 28.2% or 49 single-father households and 37.2% or 121 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 49 households (33.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 63 households (44.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Malden
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)45 (42.4%)
1 or 2 Children49 (33.1%)63 (44.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)13 (16.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (28.2%)121 (37.2%)

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

The poverty data for Malden shows that 13 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 170 of the single-parent households (34.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (43.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 112 household (38.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Malden
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)45 (34.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)112 (38.6%)
3 or 4 Children13 (43.3%)13 (16.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (2.7%)170 (34.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Malden

Employment by Class of Employer in Malden

Among the 1,403 employed individuals in Malden, private company employees (898 | 64.0%), not-for-profit organizations (159 | 11.3%), and local government employees (114 | 8.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Malden
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees89864.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)110.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)987.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations15911.3%
Local Government Employees1148.1%
State Government Employees614.3%
Federal Government Employees624.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,403100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Malden

According to the labor force statistics for Malden, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,979), 51.4% or 1,531 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 115 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 95.5% or 232 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 52.4% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Malden
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years21 (7.7%)11 (52.4%)
20 to 24 Years232 (95.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years62 (72.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years112 (75.7%)46 (41.1%)
35 to 44 Years525 (79.7%)43 (8.2%)
45 to 54 Years245 (59.8%)8 (3.3%)
55 to 59 Years142 (55.5%)7 (4.9%)
60 to 64 Years138 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years53 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,531 (51.4%)115 (7.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Malden

According to labor force statistics for Malden, 67.5% of individuals (1,223) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,812) are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 104 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 94.0% or 218 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 26.2% or 53 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Malden
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School202 (61.0%)87 (26.2%)
High School Diploma622 (65.7%)25 (2.6%)
College / Associate Degree182 (60.3%)58 (19.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher218 (94.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,223 (67.5%)154 (8.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Malden

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Malden are Community & Social Service (173 | 12.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (106 | 7.5%), Education Instruction & Library (92 | 6.5%), Health Technologists (90 | 6.4%), and Management (73 | 5.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Malden

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Malden, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Management (45.2%), and Education, Arts & Media (18.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Malden
OccupationMaleFemale
Management33 (45.2%)40 (54.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 24 (13.9%)149 (86.1%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (18.6%)57 (81.4%)
Legal Services & Support11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)92 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)106 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
Total (Category)57 (15.8%)303 (84.2%)
Total (Overall)779 (55.0%)636 (45.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Malden are Healthcare Support (132 | 9.3%), Personal Care & Service (81 | 5.7%), Security & Protection (69 | 4.9%), Law Enforcement (63 | 4.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (55 | 3.9%).
Services Occupations in Malden

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Malden, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (95.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (80.9%), and Security & Protection (73.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Malden
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)132 (100.0%)
Security & Protection18 (26.1%)51 (73.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement12 (19.1%)51 (80.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving38 (69.1%)17 (30.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service77 (95.1%)4 (4.9%)
Total (Category)148 (42.0%)204 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)779 (55.0%)636 (45.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Malden are Sales & Related (65 | 4.6%), and Office & Administration (56 | 4.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Malden

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Malden
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related24 (36.9%)41 (63.1%)
Office & Administration19 (33.9%)37 (66.1%)
Total (Category)43 (35.5%)78 (64.5%)
Total (Overall)779 (55.0%)636 (45.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Malden are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (104 | 7.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (99 | 7.0%), and Construction & Extraction (12 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Malden

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Malden
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction11 (91.7%)1 (8.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)214 (99.5%)1 (0.5%)
Total (Overall)779 (55.0%)636 (45.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Malden are Transportation (180 | 12.7%), Production (126 | 8.9%), and Material Moving (61 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Malden

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Malden
OccupationMaleFemale
Production81 (64.3%)45 (35.7%)
Transportation180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving56 (91.8%)5 (8.2%)
Total (Category)317 (86.4%)50 (13.6%)
Total (Overall)779 (55.0%)636 (45.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Malden

Employment Industries in Malden

The major employment industries in Malden include Health Care & Social Assistance (360 | 25.4%), Retail Trade (222 | 15.7%), Manufacturing (173 | 12.2%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (138 | 9.8%), and Transportation & Warehousing (91 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Malden

Employment Industries by Sex in Malden

The Malden industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Malden
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction32 (97.0%)1 (3.0%)
Manufacturing128 (74.0%)45 (26.0%)
Wholesale Trade20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade157 (70.7%)65 (29.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing84 (92.3%)7 (7.7%)
Utilities12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Educational Services3 (3.3%)87 (96.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance83 (23.1%)277 (76.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation15 (35.7%)27 (64.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services59 (67.0%)29 (33.0%)
Public Administration18 (23.7%)58 (76.3%)
Total779 (55.0%)636 (45.0%)

Education in Malden

School Enrollment in Malden

The most common levels of schooling among the 874 students in Malden are high school (293 | 33.5%), college / undergraduate (197 | 22.5%), and middle school (179 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Malden
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool131.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School16719.1%
Middle School17920.5%
High School29333.5%
College / Undergraduate19722.5%
Graduate / Professional252.9%
Total874100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Malden

Out of a total of 874 students who are enrolled in schools in Malden, 109 (12.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 765 (87.5%) 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 33 (42.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 169 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Malden
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds164 (90.6%)17 (9.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds194 (80.8%)46 (19.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds44 (57.1%)33 (42.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over47 (78.3%)13 (21.7%)
Total765 (87.5%)109 (12.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Malden

Education (99 | 36.9%), psychology (38 | 14.2%), liberal arts & history (27 | 10.1%), social sciences (23 | 8.6%), and business (21 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 268 individuals in Malden who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Malden
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics62.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural124.5%
Physical & Health Sciences83.0%
Psychology3814.2%
Social Sciences238.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology145.2%
Business217.8%
Education9936.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History2710.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications145.2%
Arts & Humanities62.2%
Total268100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Malden

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Malden

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Malden are males with 2 vehicles (326, accounting for 42.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (176, making up 51.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Malden
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)4 (0.6%)
1 Vehicle177 (23.1%)312 (49.1%)
2 Vehicles326 (42.5%)176 (27.7%)
3 Vehicles148 (19.3%)69 (10.8%)
4 Vehicles96 (12.5%)75 (11.8%)
5 or more Vehicles20 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total767 (100.0%)636 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Malden

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Malden are 5 to 9 minutes (308 commuters, 22.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (179 commuters, 13.2%), and 35 to 39 minutes (157 commuters, 11.5%).
Commute Time in Malden
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1158.5%
5 to 9 Minutes30822.6%
10 to 14 Minutes17913.2%
15 to 19 Minutes1057.7%
20 to 24 Minutes745.4%
25 to 29 Minutes201.5%
30 to 34 Minutes13610.0%
35 to 39 Minutes15711.5%
40 to 44 Minutes725.3%
45 to 59 Minutes1007.3%
60 to 89 Minutes785.7%
90 or more Minutes171.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Malden

The most common commute times in Malden are 5 to 9 minutes (185 commuters, 24.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (144 commuters, 23.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Malden
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes93 (12.3%)22 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes185 (24.5%)123 (20.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes35 (4.6%)144 (23.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes27 (3.6%)78 (12.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes37 (4.9%)37 (6.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)20 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes100 (13.3%)36 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes119 (15.8%)38 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (1.8%)58 (9.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes63 (8.3%)37 (6.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes71 (9.4%)7 (1.2%)
90 or more Minutes11 (1.5%)6 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Malden

The most frequent times of departure to work in Malden are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (225, 29.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (140, 23.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Malden
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM52 (6.9%)11 (1.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM225 (29.8%)8 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM43 (5.7%)49 (8.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM13 (1.7%)37 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM85 (11.3%)108 (17.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM147 (19.5%)140 (23.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM69 (9.1%)96 (15.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4 (0.5%)44 (7.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM11 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM27 (3.6%)54 (8.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM10 (1.3%)6 (1.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM26 (3.4%)21 (3.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM43 (5.7%)32 (5.3%)
Total755 (100.0%)606 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Malden

Occupancy by Ownership in Malden

Of the total 1,566 dwellings in Malden, owner-occupied units account for 785 (50.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 781 (49.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Malden
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units78550.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units78149.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,566100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Malden

Occupancy by Household Size in Malden
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household49531.6%
2-Person Household56436.0%
3-Person Household23014.7%
4+ Person Household27717.7%
Total Housing Units1,566100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Malden

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Malden
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household273 (55.1%)222 (44.9%)
2-Person Household374 (66.3%)190 (33.7%)
3-Person Household50 (21.7%)180 (78.3%)
4+ Person Household88 (31.8%)189 (68.2%)
Total Housing Units785 (50.1%)781 (49.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Malden

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Malden
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School103 (36.4%)180 (63.6%)
High School Diploma417 (55.4%)335 (44.6%)
College/Associate Degree181 (49.4%)185 (50.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher84 (50.9%)81 (49.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Malden

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Malden
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years19412.4%
35 to 44 Years38524.6%
45 to 54 Years25616.4%
55 to 64 Years33221.2%
65 to 74 Years28218.0%
75 to 84 Years1036.6%
85 Years and Over140.9%
Total1,566100.0%

Housing Finances in Malden

Median Income by Occupancy in Malden

Median Income by Occupancy in Malden
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied785 (50.1%)$40,197
Renter-Occupied781 (49.9%)$22,384
Average1,566 (100.0%)$35,451

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Malden

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Malden
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (0.9%)27 (3.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (0.5%)39 (5.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99947 (6.0%)91 (11.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99955 (7.0%)100 (12.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99942 (5.3%)157 (20.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999119 (15.2%)71 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999149 (19.0%)149 (19.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999131 (16.7%)54 (6.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99978 (9.9%)46 (5.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99995 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more58 (7.4%)47 (6.0%)
Total785 (100.0%)781 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Malden

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Malden
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300114 (14.5%)21 (2.7%)
$300 to $499208 (26.5%)161 (20.6%)
$500 to $799240 (30.6%)194 (24.8%)
$800 to $99952 (6.6%)148 (19.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499106 (13.5%)107 (13.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99965 (8.3%)49 (6.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total785 (100.0%)781 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Malden

Housing Structures in Malden

Housing Structures in Malden
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,34686.0%
Single Unit, Attached130.8%
2 Unit Apartments1388.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments392.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments301.9%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,566100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Malden

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Malden
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached773 (57.4%)573 (42.6%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
2 Unit Apartments8 (5.8%)130 (94.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total785 (50.1%)781 (49.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Malden

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Malden
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room6 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (0.6%)96 (12.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms230 (29.3%)440 (56.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms384 (48.9%)104 (13.3%)
8 or more Rooms160 (20.4%)141 (18.0%)
Total785 (100.0%)781 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Malden

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Malden
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas554 (70.6%)461 (59.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)47 (6.0%)
Electricity223 (28.4%)273 (35.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels8 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total785 (100.0%)781 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Malden

Household Vehicle Usage in Malden
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle10 (1.3%)131 (16.8%)
1 Vehicle311 (39.6%)431 (55.2%)
2 Vehicles342 (43.6%)127 (16.3%)
3 or more Vehicles122 (15.5%)92 (11.8%)
Total785 (100.0%)781 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Malden

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Malden

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units412373
Median Property Value$78,500$88,300
Median Household Income$34,122$53
Monthly Housing Costs$413$0
Real Estate Taxes$541$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Malden

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Malden
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000107 (26.0%)55 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $99,999155 (37.6%)142 (38.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999150 (36.4%)176 (47.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total412 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Malden

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Malden
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99993 (22.6%)4 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999119 (28.9%)51 (13.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99963 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (15.5%)86 (23.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (2.7%)67 (18.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99950 (12.1%)67 (18.0%)
$150,000 or more5 (1.2%)45 (12.1%)
Total412 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Malden

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Malden
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x191 (46.4%)64,727 (17,353.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x116 (28.2%)262 (70.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (3.2%)33 (8.8%)
4.0x or more85 (20.6%)33 (8.8%)
Total412 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Malden

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Malden
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800332 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49962 (15.0%)199 (53.3%)
$800 to $1,49918 (4.4%)121 (32.4%)
Total412 (100.0%)373 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Malden

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Malden

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Malden
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years246 (70.5%)103 (29.5%)
6 to 18 Years726 (98.6%)10 (1.4%)
19 to 25 Years169 (65.0%)91 (35.0%)
26 to 34 Years165 (76.0%)52 (24.0%)
35 to 44 Years371 (56.6%)285 (43.4%)
45 to 54 Years349 (85.1%)61 (14.9%)
55 to 64 Years439 (87.1%)65 (12.9%)
65 to 74 Years398 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,031 (82.0%)667 (18.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Malden

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Malden
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born246 (70.5%)103 (29.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen726 (98.6%)10 (1.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen169 (65.0%)91 (35.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Malden

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Malden
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000904 (79.6%)231 (20.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999884 (82.3%)190 (17.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999385 (93.0%)29 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999299 (79.5%)77 (20.5%)
$100,000 and over555 (79.9%)140 (20.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Malden

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Malden
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6246 (70.5%)54 (15.5%)
6 to 18 Years494 (67.1%)335 (45.5%)
19 to 25 Years17 (6.5%)162 (62.3%)
25 to 34 Years73 (33.6%)109 (50.2%)
35 to 44 Years87 (13.3%)316 (48.2%)
45 to 54 Years142 (34.6%)213 (51.9%)
55 to 64 Years200 (39.7%)268 (53.2%)
65 to 74 Years394 (99.0%)132 (33.2%)
75 Years and over168 (100.0%)115 (68.4%)
Total1,821 (49.2%)1,704 (46.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Malden

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Malden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (6.9%)
5 to 17 Years16 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years52 (18.6%)50 (17.2%)
35 to 64 Years118 (15.0%)157 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years65 (39.4%)161 (69.1%)
75 Years and over28 (43.8%)70 (67.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Malden

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Malden: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (6.9%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)33 (11.4%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years60 (36.4%)32 (13.7%)
75 Years and over16 (25.0%)35 (33.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Malden: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (6.9%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years30 (3.8%)82 (10.4%)
65 to 74 Years39 (23.6%)59 (25.3%)
75 Years and over6 (9.4%)9 (8.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Malden: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years34 (12.1%)17 (5.9%)
35 to 64 Years40 (5.1%)50 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years56 (33.9%)27 (11.6%)
75 Years and over16 (25.0%)27 (26.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Malden: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years67 (8.6%)69 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years61 (37.0%)105 (45.1%)
75 Years and over14 (21.9%)17 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Malden: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years50 (6.4%)45 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)69 (29.6%)
75 Years and over2 (3.1%)18 (17.3%)

Technology Access in Malden

Computing Device Access in Malden

Computing Device Access in Malden
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop81752.2%
Smartphone1,25079.8%
Tablet70645.1%
No Computing Device19712.6%
Total1,566100.0%

Internet Access in Malden

Internet Access in Malden
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home72146.0%
Cellular Data Only30619.5%
Satellite Internet25416.2%
No Internet28618.3%
Total1,566100.0%

Malden Summary

Malden is a city located in Dunklin County, Missouri, United States. The population was 5,945 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Dunklin County.

History

Malden was founded in 1858 by the Rev. John T. Malden, a Methodist minister. The city was named after him. The city was incorporated in 1872.
Malden was a major stop on the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway. The railroad was built in 1872 and ran from St. Louis to Texas. The railroad brought many new businesses to the city, including a cotton gin, a sawmill, and a grist mill.
Malden was also the site of a major Civil War battle in 1862. The Battle of Chalk Bluff was fought between Union and Confederate forces. The Union forces were victorious and the Confederate forces retreated.

Geography

Malden is located at 36 37 25 North 89 59 45 West 36 623607 89 995890

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all land.

Economy

Malden's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large manufacturing plants, including a Tyson Foods poultry processing plant and a Nestle Purina pet food plant.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy. The city is home to several large farms, including a large hog farm and a large cotton farm.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 5,945 people, 2,521 households, and 1,541 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,417.2 people per square mile (546.7/km2). There were 2,845 housing units at an average density of 677.2 per square mile (261.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 17.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 2,521 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 17.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $25,938, and the median income for a family was $32,917. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Malden?
Total Population of Malden is 3,790.
What is the Total Male Population of Malden?
Total Male Population of Malden is 1,940.
What is the Total Female Population of Malden?
Total Female Population of Malden is 1,850.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Malden?
There are 104.86 Males per 100 Females in Malden.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Malden?
There are 95.36 Females per 100 Males in Malden.
What is the Median Population Age in Malden?
Median Population Age in Malden is 39.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Malden
Average Family Size in Malden is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Malden
Average Household Size in Malden is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Malden?
Per Capita income in Malden is $23,880.
What is the Median Family Income in Malden?
Median Family Income in Malden is $43,358.
What is the Median Household income in Malden?
Median Household Income in Malden is $35,451.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Malden?
Income or Wage Gap in Malden is 19.8%.
Women in Malden earn 80.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Malden?
Inequality or Gini Index in Malden is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Malden?
There are 1,531 People in the Labor Forcein in Malden.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Malden?
51.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Malden.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Malden?
Unemployment Rate in Malden is 7.5%.