Owyhee, NV

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Owyhee Overview

1,012
TOTAL POPULATION
412
MALE POPULATION
600
FEMALE POPULATION
68.67
MALES / 100 FEMALES
145.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.3
MEDIAN AGE
4.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,464
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,625
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
416
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Owyhee Zip Codes

Owyhee Area Codes

Race in Owyhee

The most populous races in Owyhee are Native / Alaskan (866 | 85.6%), Hispanic or Latino (130 | 12.9%), and Some other Race (75 | 7.4%).
Race in Owyhee
Race# Population% Population
Asian30.3%
Black / African American10.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino13012.9%
Native / Alaskan86685.6%
White / Caucasian404.0%
Two or more Races272.7%
Some other Race757.4%
Total1,012100.0%

Ancestry in Owyhee

The most populous ancestries reported in Owyhee are Mexican (125 | 12.3%), Shoshone (88 | 8.7%), German (30 | 3.0%), Fijian (22 | 2.2%), and Paiute (19 | 1.9%), together accounting for 28.1% of all Owyhee residents.
Ancestry in Owyhee
Ancestry# Population% Population
Cuban10.1%
English50.5%
European40.4%
Fijian222.2%
German303.0%
Hopi40.4%
Inupiat10.1%
Irish60.6%
Iroquois50.5%
Mexican12512.3%
Norwegian10.1%
Paiute191.9%
Pakistani30.3%
Puerto Rican30.3%
Scottish60.6%
Shoshone888.7%
South American Indian50.5%
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Immigrants in Owyhee

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Owyhee came from Latin America (12 | 1.2%), Central America (11 | 1.1%), Mexico (11 | 1.1%), Asia (3 | 0.3%), and South Eastern Asia (3 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.0% of all Owyhee residents.
Immigrants in Owyhee
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia30.3%
Caribbean10.1%
Central America111.1%
Cuba10.1%
Latin America121.2%
Mexico111.1%
South Eastern Asia30.3%
Thailand30.3%
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Sex and Age in Owyhee

Sex and Age in Owyhee

The most populous age groups in Owyhee are 10 to 14 Years (49 | 11.9%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (138 | 23.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Owyhee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years15 (3.6%)77 (12.8%)
5 to 9 Years9 (2.2%)42 (7.0%)
10 to 14 Years49 (11.9%)47 (7.8%)
15 to 19 Years35 (8.5%)31 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Years26 (6.3%)15 (2.5%)
25 to 29 Years29 (7.0%)62 (10.3%)
30 to 34 Years36 (8.7%)17 (2.8%)
35 to 39 Years32 (7.8%)138 (23.0%)
40 to 44 Years39 (9.5%)19 (3.2%)
45 to 49 Years30 (7.3%)13 (2.2%)
50 to 54 Years11 (2.7%)26 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years24 (5.8%)33 (5.5%)
60 to 64 Years44 (10.7%)39 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years12 (2.9%)16 (2.7%)
70 to 74 Years7 (1.7%)7 (1.2%)
75 to 79 Years5 (1.2%)15 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years4 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over5 (1.2%)3 (0.5%)
Total412 (100.0%)600 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Owyhee

Median Family Size in Owyhee

The median family size in Owyhee is 4.57 persons per family, with single female/mother families (85 | 47.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.75 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (17 | 9.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.65 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Owyhee
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple77 (43.0%)3.69
Single Male/Father17 (9.5%)2.65
Single Female/Mother85 (47.5%)5.75
Total Families179 (100.0%)4.57

Median Household Size in Owyhee

The median household size in Owyhee is 3.37 persons per household, with single female/mother households (85 | 28.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6.25 persons per household. non-family households (119 | 39.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Owyhee
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple77 (25.8%)3.69
Single Male/Father17 (5.7%)2.88
Single Female/Mother85 (28.5%)6.25
Non-family119 (39.9%)1.17
Total Households298 (100.0%)3.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Owyhee

Out of a total of 298 households in Owyhee, 179 (60.1%) are family households, while 119 (39.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 77, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 100.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Owyhee
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-100 (33.6%)
2-Person Households77 (25.8%)19 (6.4%)
3-Person Households12 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households35 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households13 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households22 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households20 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total179 (60.1%)119 (39.9%)

Female Fertility in Owyhee

Fertility by Age in Owyhee

Average fertility rate in Owyhee is 16.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Owyhee
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years5 (100.0%)53.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total5 (100.0%)16.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Owyhee

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Owyhee
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Owyhee

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Owyhee
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma5 (100.0%)59.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total5 (100.0%)16.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Owyhee

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Owyhee
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
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%)
Total0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)

Income in Owyhee

Income Overview in Owyhee

Per Capita Income in Owyhee is $22,464, while median incomes of families and households are $65,625 and $56,000 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,012$22,464
Median Family Income179$65,625
Mean Family Income179$66,701
Median Household Income298$56,000
Mean Household Income298$59,297
Income Deficit179$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,01226.37%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,01273.63¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,0120.40

Earnings by Sex in Owyhee

Average Earnings in Owyhee are $39,000, $47,875 for men and $35,250 for women, a difference of 26.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Owyhee
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male217 (48.4%)$47,875
Female231 (51.6%)$35,250
Total448 (100.0%)$39,000

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Owyhee

The most common earnings brackets in Owyhee are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (57 | 26.3%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (44 | 19.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Owyhee
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less5 (2.3%)17 (7.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9994 (1.8%)5 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)12 (5.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (2.8%)10 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4994 (1.8%)4 (1.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49911 (5.1%)6 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)18 (7.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)5 (2.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99915 (6.9%)5 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)9 (3.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99927 (12.4%)23 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9995 (2.3%)40 (17.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)19 (8.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99935 (16.1%)10 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99957 (26.3%)44 (19.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9993 (1.4%)4 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+17 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total217 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Owyhee

Average earnings in Owyhee are $54,250 for men and $37,333 for women, a difference of 31.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $60,595, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,563.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Owyhee
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$36,250$31,563
College or Associate's Degree$60,595$35,481
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$54,250$37,333

Family Income in Owyhee

Family Income Brackets in Owyhee

According to the Owyhee family income data, there are 46 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Owyhee
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000116.1%
$10,000 to $14,999105.6%
$15,000 to $24,999168.9%
$25,000 to $34,999116.1%
$35,000 to $49,999168.9%
$50,000 to $74,9994324.0%
$75,000 to $99,9992413.4%
$100,000 to $149,9994625.7%
$150,000 to $199,99921.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Owyhee

4-person families (36 | 20.1%) account for the highest median family income in Owyhee with $91,667 per family, while 2-person families (90 | 50.3%) have the highest median income of $27,574 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Owyhee
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families90 (50.3%)$55,147
3-Person Families9 (5.0%)$0
4-Person Families36 (20.1%)$91,667
5-Person Families2 (1.1%)$0
6-Person Families22 (12.3%)$0
7+ Person Families20 (11.2%)$0
Total179 (100.0%)$65,625

Family Income by Number of Earners in Owyhee

The median family income in Owyhee is $65,625, with families comprising 3+ earners (20) having the highest median family income of $134,375, while families with no earners (36) have the lowest median family income of $19,583, accounting for 11.2% and 20.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Owyhee
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners36 (20.1%)$19,583
1 Earner63 (35.2%)$56,691
2 Earners60 (33.5%)$98,500
3+ Earners20 (11.2%)$134,375
Total179 (100.0%)$65,625

Household Income in Owyhee

Household Income Brackets in Owyhee

With 51 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Owyhee, accounting for 17.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Owyhee
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000258.4%
$10,000 to $14,999165.4%
$15,000 to $24,9994414.8%
$25,000 to $34,999206.7%
$35,000 to $49,9993612.1%
$50,000 to $74,9995117.1%
$75,000 to $99,9994916.4%
$100,000 to $149,9995117.1%
$150,000 to $199,99962.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Owyhee

The median household income in Owyhee is $56,000, with the highest median household income of $80,673 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 107 households (35.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 5 households (1.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Owyhee
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5 (1.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years107 (35.9%)$80,673
45 to 64 Years127 (42.6%)$38,523
65+ Years59 (19.8%)$0
Total298 (100.0%)$56,000

Poverty in Owyhee

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Owyhee

With 20.2% poverty level for males and 33.7% for females among the residents of Owyhee, 16 and 17 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6 males (75.0%) and 108 females (68.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Owyhee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)20 (26.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)7 (46.7%)
6 to 11 Years9 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years7 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years13 (65.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (75.0%)13 (50.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (35.7%)5 (33.3%)
25 to 34 Years5 (7.8%)8 (10.3%)
35 to 44 Years10 (14.3%)108 (68.8%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)10 (25.6%)
55 to 64 Years12 (17.6%)23 (31.9%)
65 to 74 Years8 (42.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (44.4%)
Total80 (20.2%)202 (33.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Owyhee

According to the poverty statistics in Owyhee, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 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 Owyhee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years15 (100.0%)57 (74.0%)
5 Years3 (100.0%)8 (53.3%)
6 to 11 Years11 (55.0%)66 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years21 (75.0%)8 (100.0%)
15 Years7 (35.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years2 (25.0%)13 (50.0%)
18 to 24 Years18 (64.3%)10 (66.7%)
25 to 34 Years59 (92.2%)70 (89.7%)
35 to 44 Years60 (85.7%)49 (31.2%)
45 to 54 Years40 (100.0%)29 (74.4%)
55 to 64 Years56 (82.4%)49 (68.1%)
65 to 74 Years11 (57.9%)23 (100.0%)
75 Years and over14 (100.0%)10 (55.6%)
Total317 (79.8%)397 (66.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Owyhee

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Owyhee show that 6.5% or 5 of the total 77 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 23.8%, comprising of 5 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 Owyhee
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children16 (76.2%)5 (23.8%)
3 or 4 Children30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total72 (93.5%)5 (6.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Owyhee

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Owyhee
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)17 (56.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (20.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)5 (33.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)35 (41.2%)

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

The poverty data for Owyhee shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (6.5%) and 35 of the single-parent households (34.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (23.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Owyhee
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)17 (36.2%)
1 or 2 Children5 (23.8%)7 (20.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)5 (33.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total5 (6.5%)35 (34.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Owyhee

Employment by Class of Employer in Owyhee

Among the 363 employed individuals in Owyhee, local government employees (120 | 33.1%), private company employees (108 | 29.7%), and federal government employees (75 | 20.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Owyhee
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees10829.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)226.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations51.4%
Local Government Employees12033.1%
State Government Employees267.2%
Federal Government Employees7520.7%
Unpaid Family Workers71.9%
Total363100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Owyhee

According to the labor force statistics for Owyhee, out of the total population over 16 years of age (748), 55.6% or 416 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 23 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.4% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Owyhee
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years11 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years23 (56.1%)4 (17.4%)
25 to 29 Years60 (65.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years53 (100.0%)7 (13.2%)
35 to 44 Years102 (44.7%)8 (7.8%)
45 to 54 Years59 (73.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years39 (68.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years47 (56.6%)4 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years18 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total416 (55.6%)23 (5.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Owyhee

According to labor force statistics for Owyhee, 60.8% of individuals (360) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (592) are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 19 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 94.5% or 52 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.2% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Owyhee
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School27 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma114 (61.6%)24 (13.2%)
College / Associate Degree167 (78.8%)5 (2.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher52 (94.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total360 (60.8%)31 (5.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Owyhee

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Owyhee are Community & Social Service (85 | 21.6%), Education Instruction & Library (51 | 13.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (43 | 10.9%), Management (37 | 9.4%), and Health Technologists (22 | 5.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Owyhee

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Owyhee, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Owyhee
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (21.6%)29 (78.4%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 33 (38.8%)52 (61.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library33 (64.7%)18 (35.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating22 (51.2%)21 (48.8%)
Health Technologists22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)68 (37.6%)113 (62.4%)
Total (Overall)195 (49.6%)198 (50.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Owyhee are Security & Protection (24 | 6.1%), Firefighting & Prevention (24 | 6.1%), Personal Care & Service (12 | 3.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (7 | 1.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (5 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Owyhee

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Owyhee, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Owyhee
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Category)31 (64.6%)17 (35.4%)
Total (Overall)195 (49.6%)198 (50.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Owyhee are Office & Administration (73 | 18.6%), and Sales & Related (11 | 2.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Owyhee

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Owyhee
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration21 (28.8%)52 (71.2%)
Total (Category)32 (38.1%)52 (61.9%)
Total (Overall)195 (49.6%)198 (50.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Owyhee are Construction & Extraction (51 | 13.0%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 2.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Owyhee

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Owyhee
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Construction & Extraction51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)61 (92.4%)5 (7.6%)
Total (Overall)195 (49.6%)198 (50.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Owyhee are Transportation (9 | 2.3%), and Material Moving (5 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Owyhee

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Owyhee
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total (Category)3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
Total (Overall)195 (49.6%)198 (50.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Owyhee

Employment Industries in Owyhee

The major employment industries in Owyhee include Educational Services (102 | 26.0%), Public Administration (96 | 24.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (77 | 19.6%), Construction (32 | 8.1%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (23 | 5.9%).
Employment Industries in Owyhee

Employment Industries by Sex in Owyhee

The Owyhee industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Public Administration (47.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Owyhee
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services58 (56.9%)44 (43.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration50 (52.1%)46 (47.9%)
Total195 (49.6%)198 (50.4%)

Education in Owyhee

School Enrollment in Owyhee

The most common levels of schooling among the 273 students in Owyhee are middle school (80 | 29.3%), high school (59 | 21.6%), and elementary school (52 | 19.1%).
School Enrollment in Owyhee
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool197.0%
Kindergarten155.5%
Elementary School5219.1%
Middle School8029.3%
High School5921.6%
College / Undergraduate269.5%
Graduate / Professional228.1%
Total273100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Owyhee

Out of a total of 273 students who are enrolled in schools in Owyhee, 9 (3.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 264 (96.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 9 (47.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 19 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Owyhee
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over10 (52.6%)9 (47.4%)
Total264 (96.7%)9 (3.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Owyhee

Engineering (22 | 33.3%), science & technology (17 | 25.8%), arts & humanities (12 | 18.2%), business (5 | 7.6%), and education (5 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 66 individuals in Owyhee who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Owyhee
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering2233.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1725.8%
Business57.6%
Education57.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts57.6%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1218.2%
Total66100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Owyhee

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Owyhee

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Owyhee are males with 2 vehicles (70, accounting for 41.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (76, making up 36.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Owyhee
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)5 (2.6%)
1 Vehicle22 (12.9%)65 (33.7%)
2 Vehicles70 (41.2%)76 (39.4%)
3 Vehicles54 (31.8%)12 (6.2%)
4 Vehicles21 (12.3%)9 (4.7%)
5 or more Vehicles3 (1.8%)26 (13.5%)
Total170 (100.0%)193 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Owyhee

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Owyhee are 5 to 9 minutes (144 commuters, 40.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (93 commuters, 26.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (52 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Owyhee
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes308.5%
5 to 9 Minutes14440.6%
10 to 14 Minutes9326.2%
15 to 19 Minutes61.7%
20 to 24 Minutes5214.6%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes185.1%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes123.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Owyhee

The most common commute times in Owyhee are 10 to 14 minutes (45 commuters, 26.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (104 commuters, 56.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Owyhee
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes25 (14.7%)5 (2.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes40 (23.5%)104 (56.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes45 (26.5%)48 (26.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes30 (17.6%)22 (11.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes18 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes12 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Owyhee

The most frequent times of departure to work in Owyhee are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (35, 20.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (55, 29.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Owyhee
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM35 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM14 (8.2%)22 (11.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM27 (15.9%)5 (2.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3 (1.8%)6 (3.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (2.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)37 (20.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM24 (14.1%)55 (29.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM30 (17.6%)50 (27.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM26 (15.3%)5 (2.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM8 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total170 (100.0%)185 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Owyhee

Occupancy by Ownership in Owyhee

Of the total 298 dwellings in Owyhee, owner-occupied units account for 150 (50.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 148 (49.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Owyhee
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units15050.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14849.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units298100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Owyhee

Occupancy by Household Size in Owyhee
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10033.6%
2-Person Household9632.2%
3-Person Household124.0%
4+ Person Household9030.2%
Total Housing Units298100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Owyhee

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Owyhee
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household54 (54.0%)46 (46.0%)
2-Person Household44 (45.8%)52 (54.2%)
3-Person Household5 (41.7%)7 (58.3%)
4+ Person Household47 (52.2%)43 (47.8%)
Total Housing Units150 (50.3%)148 (49.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Owyhee

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Owyhee
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School18 (34.6%)34 (65.4%)
High School Diploma37 (58.7%)26 (41.3%)
College/Associate Degree82 (57.3%)61 (42.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13 (32.5%)27 (67.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Owyhee

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Owyhee
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5618.8%
35 to 44 Years5618.8%
45 to 54 Years4515.1%
55 to 64 Years8227.5%
65 to 74 Years3110.4%
75 to 84 Years206.7%
85 Years and Over82.7%
Total298100.0%

Housing Finances in Owyhee

Median Income by Occupancy in Owyhee

Median Income by Occupancy in Owyhee
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied150 (50.3%)$62,857
Renter-Occupied148 (49.7%)$55,588
Average298 (100.0%)$56,000

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Owyhee

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Owyhee
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00016 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (2.7%)5 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (2.0%)13 (8.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99920 (13.3%)10 (6.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)14 (9.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (8.7%)7 (4.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (10.0%)21 (14.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99926 (17.3%)25 (16.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (18.0%)22 (14.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (16.0%)27 (18.2%)
$150,000 or more2 (1.3%)4 (2.7%)
Total150 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Owyhee

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Owyhee
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30088 (58.7%)9 (6.1%)
$300 to $49937 (24.7%)45 (30.4%)
$500 to $7997 (4.7%)68 (46.0%)
$800 to $9999 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4996 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9993 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Owyhee

Housing Structures in Owyhee

Housing Structures in Owyhee
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached24782.9%
Single Unit, Attached3010.1%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments103.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other113.7%
Total298100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Owyhee

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Owyhee
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached126 (51.0%)121 (49.0%)
Single Unit, Attached13 (43.3%)17 (56.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (50.3%)148 (49.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Owyhee

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Owyhee
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms9 (6.0%)11 (7.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms46 (30.7%)55 (37.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms68 (45.3%)72 (48.6%)
8 or more Rooms27 (18.0%)10 (6.8%)
Total150 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Owyhee

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Owyhee
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)6 (4.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas8 (5.3%)5 (3.4%)
Electricity90 (60.0%)61 (41.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)4 (2.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels52 (34.7%)72 (48.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Owyhee

Household Vehicle Usage in Owyhee
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (5.3%)3 (2.0%)
1 Vehicle51 (34.0%)78 (52.7%)
2 Vehicles43 (28.7%)57 (38.5%)
3 or more Vehicles48 (32.0%)10 (6.8%)
Total150 (100.0%)148 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Owyhee

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Owyhee

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units11832
Median Property Value$55,900$235,700
Median Household Income$63,929$0
Monthly Housing Costs$213$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Owyhee

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Owyhee
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00029 (24.6%)4 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $99,99968 (57.6%)5 (15.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99921 (17.8%)9 (28.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)14 (43.8%)
$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%)
Total118 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Owyhee

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Owyhee
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00020 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9998 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (11.0%)15 (46.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99919 (16.1%)4 (12.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (17.8%)7 (21.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (20.3%)6 (18.8%)
$150,000 or more2 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total118 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Owyhee

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Owyhee
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x81 (68.6%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x14 (11.9%)4 (12.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)7 (21.9%)
4.0x or more16 (13.6%)11 (34.4%)
Total118 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Owyhee

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Owyhee
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total118 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Owyhee

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owyhee

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owyhee
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years99 (90.0%)11 (10.0%)
6 to 18 Years182 (94.8%)10 (5.2%)
19 to 25 Years30 (51.7%)28 (48.3%)
26 to 34 Years89 (72.4%)34 (27.6%)
35 to 44 Years183 (80.6%)44 (19.4%)
45 to 54 Years66 (83.5%)13 (16.5%)
55 to 64 Years117 (83.6%)23 (16.4%)
65 to 74 Years38 (90.5%)4 (9.5%)
75 Years and older32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total836 (83.4%)167 (16.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Owyhee

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Owyhee
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born99 (90.0%)11 (10.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen182 (94.8%)10 (5.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen30 (51.7%)28 (48.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Owyhee

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Owyhee
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000223 (88.5%)29 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999102 (62.6%)61 (37.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999214 (93.4%)15 (6.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999106 (81.5%)24 (18.5%)
$100,000 and over191 (83.4%)38 (16.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owyhee

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Owyhee
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 635 (31.8%)66 (60.0%)
6 to 18 Years105 (54.7%)94 (49.0%)
19 to 25 Years11 (19.0%)19 (32.8%)
25 to 34 Years43 (35.0%)66 (53.7%)
35 to 44 Years133 (58.6%)75 (33.0%)
45 to 54 Years14 (17.7%)52 (65.8%)
55 to 64 Years42 (30.0%)80 (57.1%)
65 to 74 Years35 (83.3%)13 (30.9%)
75 Years and over32 (100.0%)16 (50.0%)
Total450 (44.9%)481 (48.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Owyhee

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Owyhee
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (11.6%)8 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years22 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (12.4%)64 (23.9%)
65 to 74 Years7 (36.8%)9 (39.1%)
75 Years and over10 (71.4%)16 (88.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Owyhee

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Owyhee: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (8.1%)8 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (8.4%)5 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years3 (15.8%)5 (21.7%)
75 Years and over5 (35.7%)6 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Owyhee: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years4 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (3.9%)6 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years7 (36.8%)5 (21.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Owyhee: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years22 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (17.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Owyhee: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)53 (19.8%)
65 to 74 Years3 (15.8%)5 (21.7%)
75 Years and over5 (35.7%)10 (55.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Owyhee: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Owyhee

Computing Device Access in Owyhee

Computing Device Access in Owyhee
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop18361.4%
Smartphone22475.2%
Tablet16555.4%
No Computing Device4515.1%
Total298100.0%

Internet Access in Owyhee

Internet Access in Owyhee
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home11739.3%
Cellular Data Only7625.5%
Satellite Internet3411.4%
No Internet8729.2%
Total298100.0%

Owyhee Summary

Owyhee is a small unincorporated community located in Elko County, Nevada. It is situated in the Owyhee Desert, approximately 30 miles south of the city of Elko. The town was founded in 1864 and is named after the nearby Owyhee River. The population of Owyhee was estimated to be around 200 in 2020.

History

Owyhee was founded in 1864 by a group of prospectors who were searching for gold in the area. The town was named after the nearby Owyhee River, which was named after three Hawaiian fur trappers who were lost in the area in 1819. The town quickly grew as more prospectors arrived in search of gold and silver. By the late 1800s, Owyhee had become a bustling mining town with a population of over 1,000.
The town was home to several saloons, hotels, stores, and other businesses. In 1868, the Owyhee County Courthouse was built, and the town was officially incorporated in 1871. The town continued to grow and prosper until the early 1900s, when the mining industry began to decline. By the 1950s, the population had dropped to just over 200.

Geography

Owyhee is located in the Owyhee Desert, approximately 30 miles south of the city of Elko. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,890 feet and is surrounded by mountains and desert. The nearby Owyhee River provides a source of water for the town. The climate in Owyhee is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Owyhee is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The town is home to several farms and ranches, which produce hay, alfalfa, and other crops. Livestock is also raised in the area, including cattle, sheep, and horses.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including a gas station, a grocery store, and a few restaurants. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, as the town is a popular destination for hunters, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

Demographics

As of 2020, the population of Owyhee was estimated to be around 200. The town is predominantly white, with a small Hispanic population. The median household income in Owyhee is $37,500, and the median home value is $125,000.

Conclusion

Owyhee is a small unincorporated community located in Elko County, Nevada. It was founded in 1864 and is named after the nearby Owyhee River. The town is home to around 200 people and is largely supported by agriculture and ranching. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, as the town is a popular destination for hunters, hikers, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Owyhee?
Total Population of Owyhee is 1,012.
What is the Total Male Population of Owyhee?
Total Male Population of Owyhee is 412.
What is the Total Female Population of Owyhee?
Total Female Population of Owyhee is 600.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Owyhee?
There are 68.67 Males per 100 Females in Owyhee.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Owyhee?
There are 145.63 Females per 100 Males in Owyhee.
What is the Median Population Age in Owyhee?
Median Population Age in Owyhee is 37.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Owyhee
Average Family Size in Owyhee is 4.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Owyhee
Average Household Size in Owyhee is 3.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Owyhee?
Per Capita income in Owyhee is $22,464.
What is the Median Family Income in Owyhee?
Median Family Income in Owyhee is $65,625.
What is the Median Household income in Owyhee?
Median Household Income in Owyhee is $56,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Owyhee?
Income or Wage Gap in Owyhee is 26.4%.
Women in Owyhee earn 73.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Owyhee?
Inequality or Gini Index in Owyhee is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Owyhee?
There are 416 People in the Labor Forcein in Owyhee.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Owyhee?
55.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Owyhee.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Owyhee?
Unemployment Rate in Owyhee is 5.5%.