Sanders County, MT
Sanders County Map
Sanders County Overview
12,615
TOTAL POPULATION
6,532
MALE POPULATION
6,083
FEMALE POPULATION
107.38
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
54.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,707
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,530
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,110
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,535
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,339
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Sanders County Area Codes
Race in Sanders County
The most populous races in Sanders County are White / Caucasian (11,427 | 90.6%), Two or more Races (675 | 5.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (429 | 3.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 23 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 39 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 16 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 429 | 3.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 396 | 3.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,427 | 90.6% |
| Two or more Races | 675 | 5.3% |
| Some other Race | 39 | 0.3% |
| Total | 12,615 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Sanders County
The most populous ancestries reported in Sanders County are German (2,677 | 21.2%), Irish (1,465 | 11.6%), English (1,392 | 11.0%), Norwegian (1,126 | 8.9%), and American (1,070 | 8.5%), together accounting for 61.3% of all Sanders County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Aleut | 15 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,070 | 8.5% |
| Apache | 1 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 37 | 0.3% |
| Australian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 39 | 0.3% |
| Basque | 9 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 18 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 70 | 0.5% |
| British | 77 | 0.6% |
| Canadian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 21 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 12 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 32 | 0.3% |
| Cheyenne | 5 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 21 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 19 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 39 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 8 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 128 | 1.0% |
| Dutch | 377 | 3.0% |
| Eastern European | 14 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,392 | 11.0% |
| European | 442 | 3.5% |
| Finnish | 79 | 0.6% |
| French | 458 | 3.6% |
| French Canadian | 95 | 0.7% |
| German | 2,677 | 21.2% |
| Greek | 14 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 37 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 22 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 6 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,465 | 11.6% |
| Italian | 247 | 2.0% |
| Korean | 43 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 183 | 1.5% |
| Native Hawaiian | 21 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 16 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 1,126 | 8.9% |
| Pennsylvania German | 13 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 332 | 2.6% |
| Portuguese | 16 | 0.1% |
| Pueblo | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 38 | 0.3% |
| Romanian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 55 | 0.4% |
| Salvadoran | 12 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 149 | 1.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 499 | 4.0% |
| Scottish | 294 | 2.3% |
| Sioux | 26 | 0.2% |
| Slavic | 4 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 5 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 68 | 0.5% |
| Spanish | 81 | 0.6% |
| Sri Lankan | 15 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 492 | 3.9% |
| Swiss | 91 | 0.7% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 1 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 49 | 0.4% | View All 66 Rows |
Immigrants in Sanders County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sanders County came from Europe (46 | 0.4%), Canada (34 | 0.3%), Asia (25 | 0.2%), Northern Europe (24 | 0.2%), and Germany (22 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.2% of all Sanders County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 25 | 0.2% |
| Australia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 34 | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 4 | 0.0% |
| China | 6 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.1% |
| England | 6 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 46 | 0.4% |
| Fiji | 6 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 22 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 8 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 4 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 24 | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 8 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 10 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 13 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 10 | 0.1% |
| St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 4 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 9 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 22 | 0.2% | View All 21 Rows |
Sex and Age in Sanders County
Sex and Age in Sanders County
The most populous age groups in Sanders County are 70 to 74 Years (682 | 10.4%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (813 | 13.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 258 (4.0%) | 249 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 272 (4.2%) | 272 (4.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 403 (6.2%) | 313 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 405 (6.2%) | 348 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 222 (3.4%) | 141 (2.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 219 (3.4%) | 207 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 231 (3.5%) | 273 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 290 (4.4%) | 278 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 306 (4.7%) | 325 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 372 (5.7%) | 294 (4.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 369 (5.7%) | 320 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 466 (7.1%) | 580 (9.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 604 (9.2%) | 571 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 670 (10.3%) | 813 (13.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 682 (10.4%) | 343 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 337 (5.2%) | 352 (5.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 227 (3.5%) | 156 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 199 (3.0%) | 248 (4.1%) |
| Total | 6,532 (100.0%) | 6,083 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Sanders County
Median Family Size in Sanders County
The median family size in Sanders County is 2.89 persons per family, with single female/mother families (362 | 11.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.93 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,712 | 84.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.74 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,712 (84.1%) | 2.74 |
| Single Male/Father | 151 (4.7%) | 2.97 |
| Single Female/Mother | 362 (11.2%) | 3.93 |
| Total Families | 3,225 (100.0%) | 2.89 |
Median Household Size in Sanders County
The median household size in Sanders County is 2.28 persons per household, with single female/mother households (362 | 6.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.83 persons per household. non-family households (2,200 | 40.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,712 (50.0%) | 2.78 |
| Single Male/Father | 151 (2.8%) | 3.44 |
| Single Female/Mother | 362 (6.7%) | 4.83 |
| Non-family | 2,200 (40.6%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 5,425 (100.0%) | 2.28 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sanders County
Out of a total of 5,425 households in Sanders County, 3,225 (59.5%) are family households, while 2,200 (40.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,968, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,981.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,981 (36.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,968 (36.3%) | 205 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 531 (9.8%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 462 (8.5%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 137 (2.5%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 83 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 44 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,225 (59.5%) | 2,200 (40.6%) |
Female Fertility in Sanders County
Fertility by Age in Sanders County
Average fertility rate in Sanders County is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 116.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 97.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 1 (1.3%) | 3.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 72 (97.3%) | 116.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (1.3%) | 1.0 |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sanders County
86.5% of women with births (74) in Sanders County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 63 (87.5%) | 9 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 64 (86.5%) | 10 (13.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Sanders County
Average fertility rate in Sanders County is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 47.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 20.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 37.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 19 (25.7%) | 45.0 |
| High School Diploma | 28 (37.8%) | 47.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 12 (16.2%) | 20.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (16.2%) | 45.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (4.1%) | 36.0 |
| Total | 74 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sanders County
13.5% of women with births in Sanders County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma 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 36.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 12 (63.2%) | 7 (36.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 9 (75.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 64 (86.5%) | 10 (13.5%) |
Income in Sanders County
Income Overview in Sanders County
Per Capita Income in Sanders County is $29,707, while median incomes of families and households are $61,530 and $47,110 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 12,615 | $29,707 |
| Median Family Income | 3,225 | $61,530 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,225 | $78,330 |
| Median Household Income | 5,425 | $47,110 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,425 | $64,828 |
| Income Deficit | 3,225 | $9,535 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 12,615 | 31.54% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 12,615 | 68.46¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 12,615 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Sanders County
Average Earnings in Sanders County are $29,801, $35,367 for men and $24,213 for women, a difference of 31.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,704 (55.0%) | $35,367 |
| Female | 2,214 (45.0%) | $24,213 |
| Total | 4,918 (100.0%) | $29,801 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sanders County
The most common earnings brackets in Sanders County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (240 | 8.9%) and $2,499 or less for women (230 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 166 (6.1%) | 230 (10.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 134 (5.0%) | 96 (4.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 117 (4.3%) | 105 (4.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 31 (1.1%) | 43 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 105 (3.9%) | 135 (6.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 63 (2.3%) | 51 (2.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 95 (3.5%) | 141 (6.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 91 (3.4%) | 132 (6.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 54 (2.0%) | 100 (4.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 117 (4.3%) | 108 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 179 (6.6%) | 177 (8.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 184 (6.8%) | 171 (7.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 197 (7.3%) | 161 (7.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 158 (5.8%) | 86 (3.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 131 (4.8%) | 151 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 160 (5.9%) | 55 (2.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 240 (8.9%) | 72 (3.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 134 (5.0%) | 27 (1.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 155 (5.7%) | 108 (4.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 193 (7.1%) | 65 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,704 (100.0%) | 2,214 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sanders County
Average earnings in Sanders County are $35,683 for men and $25,673 for women, a difference of 28.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $48,693, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,516. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,923, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $28,516 | $15,000 |
| High School Diploma | $33,611 | $27,778 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $36,927 | $23,421 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,693 | $25,781 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $35,683 | $25,673 |
Family Income in Sanders County
Family Income Brackets in Sanders County
According to the Sanders County family income data, there are 606 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 77 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 152 | 4.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 77 | 2.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 219 | 6.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 397 | 12.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 455 | 14.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 606 | 18.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 522 | 16.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 542 | 16.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 113 | 3.5% |
| $200,000+ | 135 | 4.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sanders County
7+ person families (29 | 0.9%) account for the highest median family income in Sanders County with $77,375 per family, while 2-person families (2,087 | 64.7%) have the highest median income of $30,534 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,087 (64.7%) | $61,067 |
| 3-Person Families | 480 (14.9%) | $59,886 |
| 4-Person Families | 445 (13.8%) | $75,685 |
| 5-Person Families | 117 (3.6%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 67 (2.1%) | $58,689 |
| 7+ Person Families | 29 (0.9%) | $77,375 |
| Total | 3,225 (100.0%) | $61,530 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sanders County
The median family income in Sanders County is $61,530, with families comprising 3+ earners (177) having the highest median family income of $100,938, while families with no earners (1,055) have the lowest median family income of $45,481, accounting for 5.5% and 32.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,055 (32.7%) | $45,481 |
| 1 Earner | 1,107 (34.3%) | $52,356 |
| 2 Earners | 886 (27.5%) | $80,750 |
| 3+ Earners | 177 (5.5%) | $100,938 |
| Total | 3,225 (100.0%) | $61,530 |
Household Income in Sanders County
Household Income Brackets in Sanders County
With 1,009 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sanders County, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 114 households (2.1%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 266 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 358 | 6.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 738 | 13.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 673 | 12.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 787 | 14.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,009 | 18.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 591 | 10.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 727 | 13.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 114 | 2.1% |
| $200,000+ | 157 | 2.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Sanders County
The median household income in Sanders County is $47,110, with the highest median household income of $59,333 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 912 households (16.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,949, with 177 households (3.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 177 (3.3%) | $36,949 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 912 (16.8%) | $59,333 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,834 (33.8%) | $42,073 |
| 65+ Years | 2,502 (46.1%) | $51,190 |
| Total | 5,425 (100.0%) | $47,110 |
Poverty in Sanders County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sanders County
With 14.1% poverty level for males and 18.7% for females among the residents of Sanders County, 16 and 17 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 82 males (50.9%) and 37 females (63.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 68 (26.4%) | 94 (39.3%) |
| 5 Years | 5 (20.8%) | 15 (36.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 40 (10.1%) | 79 (19.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 32 (15.9%) | 10 (10.6%) |
| 15 Years | 15 (14.7%) | 37 (63.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 82 (50.9%) | 19 (17.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 33 (9.3%) | 127 (41.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 130 (29.7%) | 125 (26.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 44 (7.5%) | 182 (30.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 199 (27.1%) | 64 (10.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 153 (14.3%) | 245 (21.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (4.7%) | 50 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (5.1%) | 79 (10.6%) |
| Total | 901 (14.1%) | 1,126 (18.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sanders County
According to the poverty statistics in Sanders County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.3% of males and 95.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 190 (73.6%) | 145 (60.7%) |
| 5 Years | 19 (79.2%) | 26 (63.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 358 (89.9%) | 336 (81.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 169 (84.1%) | 84 (89.4%) |
| 15 Years | 87 (85.3%) | 21 (36.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 79 (49.1%) | 88 (82.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 323 (90.7%) | 182 (58.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 308 (70.3%) | 354 (73.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 542 (92.5%) | 421 (69.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 535 (72.9%) | 549 (89.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 914 (85.7%) | 906 (78.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,283 (95.3%) | 1,105 (95.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 693 (94.9%) | 666 (89.4%) |
| Total | 5,500 (85.9%) | 4,883 (81.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sanders County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sanders County show that 9.1% or 247 of the total 2,712 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 25.7%, comprising of 35 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,797 (91.5%) | 167 (8.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 547 (92.4%) | 45 (7.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 101 (74.3%) | 35 (25.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,465 (90.9%) | 247 (9.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sanders County
According to the poverty data in Sanders County, 15.2% or 23 single-father households and 27.6% or 100 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 1 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 households (55.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 7 (8.1%) | 14 (6.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 12 (22.2%) | 67 (55.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (33.3%) | 19 (48.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23 (15.2%) | 100 (27.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sanders County
The poverty data for Sanders County shows that 247 of the married-couple family households (9.1%) and 123 of the single-parent households (24.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (25.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 167 (8.5%) | 21 (7.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 45 (7.6%) | 79 (45.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 35 (25.7%) | 22 (45.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total | 247 (9.1%) | 123 (24.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Sanders County
Employment by Class of Employer in Sanders County
Among the 4,045 employed individuals in Sanders County, private company employees (2,111 | 52.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (481 | 11.9%), and local government employees (379 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,111 | 52.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 297 | 7.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 481 | 11.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 329 | 8.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 379 | 9.4% |
| State Government Employees | 122 | 3.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 293 | 7.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 33 | 0.8% |
| Total | 4,045 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Sanders County
According to the labor force statistics for Sanders County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,687), 40.6% or 4,339 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 226 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 82.9% or 353 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.6% or 71 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 139 (23.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 227 (62.5%) | 9 (4.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 353 (82.9%) | 14 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 342 (67.9%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 739 (61.6%) | 71 (9.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 858 (63.3%) | 55 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 635 (60.7%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 457 (38.9%) | 39 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 499 (19.9%) | 19 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 96 (6.3%) | 2 (2.1%) |
| Total | 4,339 (40.6%) | 226 (5.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sanders County
According to labor force statistics for Sanders County, 59.3% of individuals (3,383) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,705) are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 196 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 73.2% or 693 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.8% or 25 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 255 (40.5%) | 62 (9.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,296 (53.9%) | 161 (6.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,138 (66.0%) | 105 (6.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 693 (73.2%) | 18 (1.9%) |
| Total | 3,383 (59.3%) | 331 (5.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Sanders County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sanders County are Community & Social Service (458 | 11.1%), Management (452 | 11.0%), Education Instruction & Library (337 | 8.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (187 | 4.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (162 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sanders County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (85.4%), and Education, Arts & Media (70.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (73.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.2%), and Health Technologists (70.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 311 (68.8%) | 141 (31.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 85 (60.3%) | 56 (39.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 101 (62.4%) | 61 (37.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 35 (85.4%) | 6 (14.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 37 (40.2%) | 55 (59.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 188 (41.0%) | 270 (59.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 72 (70.6%) | 30 (29.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 111 (32.9%) | 226 (67.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 5 (26.3%) | 14 (73.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 52 (27.8%) | 135 (72.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 43 (29.7%) | 102 (70.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 737 (52.6%) | 663 (47.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,334 (56.7%) | 1,785 (43.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Sanders County are Cleaning & Maintenance (165 | 4.0%), Healthcare Support (153 | 3.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (147 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (123 | 3.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (107 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Sanders County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (89.7%), Security & Protection (88.6%), and Law Enforcement (81.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (91.5%), Personal Care & Service (72.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 13 (8.5%) | 140 (91.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 109 (88.6%) | 14 (11.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 96 (89.7%) | 11 (10.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (18.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 64 (43.5%) | 83 (56.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 95 (57.6%) | 70 (42.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 23 (28.1%) | 59 (72.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 304 (45.4%) | 366 (54.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,334 (56.7%) | 1,785 (43.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sanders County are Office & Administration (451 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (365 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 150 (41.1%) | 215 (58.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 52 (11.5%) | 399 (88.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 202 (24.7%) | 614 (75.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,334 (56.7%) | 1,785 (43.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sanders County are Construction & Extraction (308 | 7.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (163 | 4.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (72 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 68 (94.4%) | 4 (5.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 287 (93.2%) | 21 (6.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 163 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 518 (95.4%) | 25 (4.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,334 (56.7%) | 1,785 (43.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sanders County are Production (329 | 8.0%), Transportation (217 | 5.3%), and Material Moving (144 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 259 (78.7%) | 70 (21.3%) |
| Transportation | 187 (86.2%) | 30 (13.8%) |
| Material Moving | 127 (88.2%) | 17 (11.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 573 (83.0%) | 117 (17.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,334 (56.7%) | 1,785 (43.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Sanders County
Employment Industries in Sanders County
The major employment industries in Sanders County include Health Care & Social Assistance (606 | 14.7%), Construction (431 | 10.5%), Manufacturing (387 | 9.4%), Educational Services (369 | 9.0%), and Retail Trade (355 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sanders County
The Sanders County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (97.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (86.1%), Finance & Insurance (81.8%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (73.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 236 (80.0%) | 59 (20.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 418 (97.0%) | 13 (3.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 264 (68.2%) | 123 (31.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 130 (86.7%) | 20 (13.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 201 (56.6%) | 154 (43.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 184 (59.4%) | 126 (40.6%) |
| Utilities | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 6 (14.0%) | 37 (86.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 18 (18.2%) | 81 (81.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 10 (26.3%) | 28 (73.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 74 (44.6%) | 92 (55.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 56 (78.9%) | 15 (21.1%) |
| Educational Services | 97 (26.3%) | 272 (73.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 158 (26.1%) | 448 (73.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 12 (28.6%) | 30 (71.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 127 (55.0%) | 104 (45.0%) |
| Public Administration | 152 (67.3%) | 74 (32.7%) |
| Total | 2,334 (56.7%) | 1,785 (43.3%) |
Education in Sanders County
School Enrollment in Sanders County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,042 students in Sanders County are high school (639 | 31.3%), elementary school (595 | 29.1%), and middle school (460 | 22.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 107 | 5.2% |
| Kindergarten | 93 | 4.5% |
| Elementary School | 595 | 29.1% |
| Middle School | 460 | 22.5% |
| High School | 639 | 31.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 138 | 6.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 10 | 0.5% |
| Total | 2,042 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sanders County
Out of a total of 2,042 students who are enrolled in schools in Sanders County, 380 (18.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,662 (81.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 73 (68.9% 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 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 33 (31.1%) | 73 (68.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 465 (87.6%) | 66 (12.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 560 (80.1%) | 139 (19.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 355 (86.0%) | 58 (14.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 167 (87.0%) | 25 (13.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 17 (63.0%) | 10 (37.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 56 (86.2%) | 9 (13.9%) |
| Total | 1,662 (81.4%) | 380 (18.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sanders County
Education (431 | 22.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (314 | 16.3%), business (204 | 10.6%), arts & humanities (198 | 10.3%), and liberal arts & history (185 | 9.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,926 individuals in Sanders County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 22 | 1.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 314 | 16.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 64 | 3.3% |
| Psychology | 45 | 2.3% |
| Social Sciences | 92 | 4.8% |
| Engineering | 67 | 3.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 42 | 2.2% |
| Science & Technology | 158 | 8.2% |
| Business | 204 | 10.6% |
| Education | 431 | 22.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 35 | 1.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 185 | 9.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 25 | 1.3% |
| Communications | 44 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 198 | 10.3% |
| Total | 1,926 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Sanders County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sanders County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sanders County are males with 2 vehicles (827, accounting for 37.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (608, making up 46.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 89 (4.0%) | 18 (1.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 269 (12.1%) | 291 (16.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 827 (37.2%) | 608 (34.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 721 (32.4%) | 506 (28.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 261 (11.7%) | 299 (16.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 57 (2.6%) | 48 (2.7%) |
| Total | 2,224 (100.0%) | 1,770 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Sanders County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sanders County are 5 to 9 minutes (711 commuters, 20.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (560 commuters, 16.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (552 commuters, 16.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 404 | 11.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 711 | 20.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 560 | 16.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 552 | 16.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 249 | 7.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 103 | 3.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 375 | 10.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 27 | 0.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 25 | 0.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 125 | 3.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 129 | 3.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 171 | 5.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Sanders County
The most common commute times in Sanders County are 5 to 9 minutes (430 commuters, 21.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (281 commuters, 20.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 209 (10.3%) | 195 (13.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 430 (21.2%) | 281 (20.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 369 (18.2%) | 191 (13.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 328 (16.2%) | 224 (16.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 219 (10.8%) | 30 (2.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 31 (1.5%) | 72 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 162 (8.0%) | 213 (15.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 15 (0.7%) | 12 (0.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 11 (0.5%) | 14 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 42 (2.1%) | 83 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 93 (4.6%) | 36 (2.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 118 (5.8%) | 53 (3.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sanders County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Sanders County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (254, 12.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (422, 30.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 177 (8.7%) | 77 (5.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 84 (4.1%) | 24 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 240 (11.8%) | 56 (4.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 223 (11.0%) | 74 (5.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 131 (6.5%) | 69 (4.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 254 (12.5%) | 218 (15.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 179 (8.8%) | 422 (30.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 157 (7.7%) | 137 (9.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 154 (7.6%) | 57 (4.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 135 (6.7%) | 126 (9.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 82 (4.1%) | 36 (2.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 31 (1.5%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 123 (6.1%) | 49 (3.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 57 (2.8%) | 49 (3.5%) |
| Total | 2,027 (100.0%) | 1,404 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Sanders County
Occupancy by Ownership in Sanders County
Of the total 5,425 dwellings in Sanders County, owner-occupied units account for 4,233 (78.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,192 (22.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,233 | 78.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,192 | 22.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,425 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Sanders County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,981 | 36.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,173 | 40.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 534 | 9.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 737 | 13.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,425 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sanders County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,348 (68.0%) | 633 (32.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,946 (89.5%) | 227 (10.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 382 (71.5%) | 152 (28.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 557 (75.6%) | 180 (24.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,233 (78.0%) | 1,192 (22.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sanders County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 182 (45.1%) | 222 (54.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,560 (76.4%) | 483 (23.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,563 (83.4%) | 312 (16.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 928 (84.1%) | 175 (15.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sanders County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 509 | 9.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 580 | 10.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 673 | 12.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,161 | 21.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,569 | 28.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 689 | 12.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 244 | 4.5% |
| Total | 5,425 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Sanders County
Median Income by Occupancy in Sanders County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,233 (78.0%) | $58,316 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,192 (22.0%) | $23,906 |
| Average | 5,425 (100.0%) | $47,110 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sanders County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 39 (0.9%) | 54 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 140 (3.3%) | 32 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 197 (4.6%) | 161 (13.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 116 (2.7%) | 181 (15.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 240 (5.7%) | 203 (17.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 500 (11.8%) | 173 (14.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 581 (13.7%) | 203 (17.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 918 (21.7%) | 93 (7.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 530 (12.5%) | 64 (5.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 699 (16.5%) | 28 (2.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 273 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,233 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sanders County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 666 (15.7%) | 51 (4.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 847 (20.0%) | 151 (12.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 979 (23.1%) | 543 (45.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 406 (9.6%) | 111 (9.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 699 (16.5%) | 180 (15.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 396 (9.4%) | 34 (2.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 136 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 44 (1.0%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 60 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,233 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Sanders County
Housing Structures in Sanders County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,192 | 77.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 54 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 84 | 1.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 71 | 1.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 69 | 1.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 33 | 0.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 922 | 17.0% |
| Total | 5,425 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sanders County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,575 (85.3%) | 617 (14.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 37 (68.5%) | 17 (31.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 9 (10.7%) | 75 (89.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 4 (5.8%) | 65 (94.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 608 (65.9%) | 314 (34.1%) |
| Total | 4,233 (78.0%) | 1,192 (22.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sanders County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 20 (0.5%) | 44 (3.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 348 (8.2%) | 354 (29.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,622 (38.3%) | 529 (44.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,458 (34.4%) | 242 (20.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 785 (18.5%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| Total | 4,233 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sanders County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 46 (1.1%) | 25 (2.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,106 (26.1%) | 458 (38.4%) |
| Electricity | 876 (20.7%) | 335 (28.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 123 (2.9%) | 56 (4.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 2,056 (48.6%) | 306 (25.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 26 (0.6%) | 12 (1.0%) |
| Total | 4,233 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Sanders County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 95 (2.2%) | 216 (18.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 701 (16.6%) | 635 (53.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,860 (43.9%) | 260 (21.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,577 (37.2%) | 81 (6.8%) |
| Total | 4,233 (100.0%) | 1,192 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Sanders County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sanders County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,445 | 1,788 |
| Median Property Value | $262,200 | $296,700 |
| Median Household Income | $51,509 | $169 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $411 | $60 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,624 | $11 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sanders County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 162 (6.6%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 414 (16.9%) | 39 (2.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 744 (30.4%) | 866 (48.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 527 (21.5%) | 565 (31.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 294 (12.0%) | 193 (10.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 117 (4.8%) | 103 (5.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 187 (7.6%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,445 (100.0%) | 1,788 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sanders County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 155 (6.3%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 383 (15.7%) | 24 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 334 (13.7%) | 170 (9.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 301 (12.3%) | 166 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 586 (24.0%) | 280 (15.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 261 (10.7%) | 332 (18.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 321 (13.1%) | 269 (15.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 104 (4.3%) | 378 (21.1%) |
| Total | 2,445 (100.0%) | 1,788 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sanders County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 412 (16.9%) | 67,143 (3,755.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 250 (10.2%) | 286 (16.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 295 (12.1%) | 322 (18.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,468 (60.0%) | 222 (12.4%) |
| Total | 2,445 (100.0%) | 1,788 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sanders County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 540 (22.1%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 514 (21.0%) | 195 (10.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,297 (53.0%) | 535 (29.9%) |
| Total | 2,445 (100.0%) | 1,788 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Sanders County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sanders County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 507 (88.6%) | 65 (11.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,457 (82.2%) | 315 (17.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 454 (77.6%) | 131 (22.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 559 (67.3%) | 271 (32.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 934 (78.5%) | 255 (21.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,150 (85.4%) | 197 (14.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,923 (86.7%) | 295 (13.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,492 (99.6%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,473 (99.9%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| Total | 10,949 (87.7%) | 1,540 (12.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sanders County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 507 (88.6%) | 65 (11.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,457 (82.2%) | 315 (17.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 454 (77.6%) | 131 (22.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sanders County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,865 (88.6%) | 241 (11.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,686 (84.6%) | 488 (15.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,227 (94.4%) | 133 (5.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,592 (87.5%) | 228 (12.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,480 (84.7%) | 449 (15.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sanders County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 370 (64.7%) | 176 (30.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 883 (49.8%) | 647 (36.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 185 (31.6%) | 276 (47.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 348 (41.9%) | 246 (29.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 415 (34.9%) | 542 (45.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 550 (40.8%) | 639 (47.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 774 (34.9%) | 1,232 (55.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,423 (96.9%) | 1,384 (55.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,442 (97.8%) | 922 (62.5%) |
| Total | 7,390 (59.2%) | 6,064 (48.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sanders County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 51 (5.5%) | 25 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 44 (5.5%) | 80 (10.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 623 (26.1%) | 392 (16.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 450 (33.4%) | 301 (26.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 448 (61.4%) | 270 (36.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sanders County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 256 (10.7%) | 124 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 352 (26.2%) | 77 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 309 (42.3%) | 124 (16.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.9%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 43 (1.8%) | 41 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 51 (3.8%) | 13 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 205 (28.1%) | 99 (13.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (3.3%) | 25 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (3.8%) | 43 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 163 (6.8%) | 90 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (4.2%) | 46 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 115 (15.8%) | 59 (7.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (1.0%) | 29 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 327 (13.7%) | 206 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 72 (5.3%) | 204 (17.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 128 (17.5%) | 138 (18.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 16 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 147 (6.2%) | 49 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (1.1%) | 6 (0.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (6.3%) | 48 (6.4%) |
Technology Access in Sanders County
Computing Device Access in Sanders County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,025 | 74.2% |
| Smartphone | 3,967 | 73.1% |
| Tablet | 2,663 | 49.1% |
| No Computing Device | 616 | 11.4% |
| Total | 5,425 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Sanders County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 74 | 1.4% |
| Broadband Home | 3,673 | 67.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 525 | 9.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 377 | 7.0% |
| No Internet | 863 | 15.9% |
| Total | 5,425 | 100.0% |
Sanders County Summary
History
Sanders County is located in the northwestern corner of Montana, and is bordered by Lake County to the north, Flathead County to the east, and Lincoln County to the south. The county was established in 1893 and named after Wilbur F. Sanders, a former U.S. Senator from Montana. The county seat is Thompson Falls, which was established in 1891.
The first inhabitants of Sanders County were Native Americans, including the Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d’Oreille tribes. The Salish and Kootenai tribes were the first to settle in the area, and they lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of European settlers. The Pend d’Oreille tribe arrived in the area in the late 1700s.
The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the area quickly became a popular destination for miners, loggers, and ranchers. The area was also home to several small towns, including Thompson Falls, Trout Creek, and Plains.
The area was also home to several military posts, including Fort Missoula, Fort Shaw, and Fort Fizzle. These posts were established to protect settlers from Native American attacks.
The area was also home to several railroads, including the Northern Pacific Railway, the Great Northern Railway, and the Milwaukee Road. These railroads helped to open up the area to settlement and development.
The area was also home to several large timber companies, including the Montana Lumber and Manufacturing Company, the Great Northern Lumber Company, and the Montana-Idaho Lumber Company. These companies helped to shape the economy of the area, and helped to create jobs for the local population.
The area was also home to several large mining operations, including the Anaconda Copper Mining Company, the Montana Copper Company, and the Montana-Idaho Mining Company. These companies helped to shape the economy of the area, and helped to create jobs for the local population.
The area was also home to several large agricultural operations, including the Montana Stock Growers Association, the Montana Wool Growers Association, and the Montana Cattlemen’s Association. These organizations helped to shape the economy of the area, and helped to create jobs for the local population.
Geography
Sanders County is located in the northwestern corner of Montana, and is bordered by Lake County to the north, Flathead County to the east, and Lincoln County to the south. The county covers an area of 1,845 square miles, and is home to a population of approximately 11,000 people.
The county is located in the Rocky Mountain region of Montana, and is home to several mountain ranges, including the Cabinet Mountains, the Bitterroot Mountains, and the Coeur d’Alene Mountains. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Clark Fork River, the Flathead River, and the Kootenai River.
The county is home to several lakes, including Flathead Lake, Lake Pend Oreille, and Lake Koocanusa. The county is also home to several national forests, including the Kootenai National Forest, the Flathead National Forest, and the Lolo National Forest.
Economy
The economy of Sanders County is largely based on agriculture, forestry, and tourism. The county is home to several large agricultural operations, including the Montana Stock Growers Association, the Montana Wool Growers Association, and the Montana Cattlemen’s Association. These organizations help to shape the economy of the area, and help to create jobs for the local population.
The county is also home to several large timber companies, including the Montana Lumber and Manufacturing Company, the Great Northern Lumber Company, and the Montana-Idaho Lumber Company. These companies help to shape the economy of the area, and help to create jobs for the local population.
The county is also home to several large mining operations, including the Anaconda Copper Mining Company, the Montana Copper Company, and the Montana-Idaho Mining Company. These companies help to shape the economy of the area, and help to create jobs for the local population.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the National Bison Range, the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, and the Flathead National Forest. These attractions help to shape the economy of the area, and help to create jobs for the local population.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Sanders County was 11,000 people. The population is largely white (94.3%), with small percentages of Native American (2.2%), African American (0.7%), Asian (0.4%), and other races (2.4%). The median household income in the county is $37,000, and the median age is 44.
The largest cities in the county are Thompson Falls (population 2,000), Trout Creek (population 1,000), and Plains (population 500). The county is also home to several small towns, including Dixon, Heron, and Noxon.
Conclusion
Sanders County is located in the northwestern corner of Montana, and is bordered by Lake County to the north, Flathead County to the east, and Lincoln County to the south. The county was established in 1893 and named after Wilbur F. Sanders, a former U.S. Senator from Montana. The county covers an area of 1,845 square miles, and is home to a population of approximately 11,000 people. The economy of Sanders County is largely based on agriculture, forestry, and tourism. The county is home to several large agricultural operations, timber companies, mining operations, and tourist attractions. The population of Sanders County is largely white (94.3%), with small percentages of Native American (2.2%), African American (0.7%), Asian (0.4%), and other races (2.4%). The median household income in the county is $37,000, and the median age is 44.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Sanders County?
Total Population of Sanders County is 12,615.
What is the Total Male Population of Sanders County?
Total Male Population of Sanders County is 6,532.
What is the Total Female Population of Sanders County?
Total Female Population of Sanders County is 6,083.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sanders County?
There are 107.38 Males per 100 Females in Sanders County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sanders County?
There are 93.13 Females per 100 Males in Sanders County.
What is the Median Population Age in Sanders County?
Median Population Age in Sanders County is 54.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sanders County
Average Family Size in Sanders County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sanders County
Average Household Size in Sanders County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sanders County?
Per Capita income in Sanders County is $29,707.
What is the Median Family Income in Sanders County?
Median Family Income in Sanders County is $61,530.
What is the Median Household income in Sanders County?
Median Household Income in Sanders County is $47,110.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sanders County?
Income or Wage Gap in Sanders County is 31.5%.
Women in Sanders County earn 68.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Sanders County?
Family Income Deficit in Sanders County is $9,535.
Families that are below poverty line in Sanders County earn $9,535 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sanders County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sanders County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sanders County?
There are 4,339 People in the Labor Forcein in Sanders County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sanders County?
40.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Sanders County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sanders County?
Unemployment Rate in Sanders County is 5.2%.