Broome County, NY

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Broome County Overview

198,365
TOTAL POPULATION
98,025
MALE POPULATION
100,340
FEMALE POPULATION
97.69
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.36
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,674
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,605
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,317
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,109
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
93,834
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Broome County Area Codes

Race in Broome County

The most populous races in Broome County are White / Caucasian (163,872 | 82.6%), Black / African American (10,808 | 5.4%), and Two or more Races (9,899 | 5.0%).
Race in Broome County
Race# Population% Population
Asian9,7824.9%
Black / African American10,8085.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific780.0%
Hispanic or Latino9,4314.8%
Native / Alaskan3120.2%
White / Caucasian163,87282.6%
Two or more Races9,8995.0%
Some other Race3,6141.8%
Total198,365100.0%

Ancestry in Broome County

The most populous ancestries reported in Broome County are Irish (36,293 | 18.3%), German (26,951 | 13.6%), English (25,150 | 12.7%), Italian (25,089 | 12.7%), and Polish (12,063 | 6.1%), together accounting for 63.3% of all Broome County residents.
Ancestry in Broome County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African3890.2%
Albanian1240.1%
American9,2084.6%
Apache820.0%
Arab1,7090.9%
Argentinean730.0%
Armenian2860.1%
Australian10.0%
Austrian5220.3%
Barbadian440.0%
Belgian680.0%
Belizean230.0%
Bhutanese3610.2%
Blackfeet50.0%
Brazilian1270.1%
British8750.4%
British West Indian870.0%
Bulgarian150.0%
Burmese8780.4%
Canadian5180.3%
Carpatho Rusyn540.0%
Celtic160.0%
Central American5200.3%
Central American Indian1940.1%
Cherokee5610.3%
Chilean910.1%
Chippewa420.0%
Choctaw60.0%
Colombian4210.2%
Costa Rican260.0%
Croatian830.0%
Cuban1320.1%
Cypriot310.0%
Czech1,0450.5%
Czechoslovakian7650.4%
Danish3570.2%
Delaware170.0%
Dominican9910.5%
Dutch3,8291.9%
Eastern European9990.5%
Ecuadorian5730.3%
Egyptian390.0%
English25,15012.7%
Estonian190.0%
European2,0641.0%
Filipino610.0%
Finnish3490.2%
French3,8611.9%
French Canadian9910.5%
German26,95113.6%
German Russian40.0%
Ghanaian340.0%
Greek1,1220.6%
Guamanian / Chamorro240.0%
Guatemalan1190.1%
Guyanese1690.1%
Haitian1,3770.7%
Honduran2070.1%
Hungarian1,0910.5%
Icelander100.0%
Indian (Asian)4,0842.1%
Indonesian530.0%
Iranian2200.1%
Iraqi1090.1%
Irish36,29318.3%
Iroquois2080.1%
Israeli1410.1%
Italian25,08912.7%
Jamaican9120.5%
Jordanian950.1%
Kenyan1070.1%
Kiowa10.0%
Korean6080.3%
Laotian160.0%
Latvian680.0%
Lebanese4170.2%
Lithuanian1,0410.5%
Malaysian4350.2%
Mexican1,3500.7%
Mexican American Indian640.0%
Mongolian180.0%
Moroccan140.0%
Native Hawaiian530.0%
Navajo100.0%
Nicaraguan210.0%
Nigerian850.0%
Northern European2240.1%
Norwegian8150.4%
Paiute80.0%
Pakistani1110.1%
Palestinian470.0%
Panamanian770.0%
Pennsylvania German5110.3%
Peruvian2010.1%
Polish12,0636.1%
Portuguese3730.2%
Puerto Rican4,1042.1%
Romanian2160.1%
Russian2,9341.5%
Salvadoran460.0%
Samoan450.0%
Scandinavian4350.2%
Scotch-Irish1,2580.6%
Scottish3,1371.6%
Serbian1420.1%
Shoshone80.0%
Sioux30.0%
Slavic2910.2%
Slovak3,8411.9%
Slovene1020.1%
Somali80.0%
South American1,4020.7%
Spaniard1120.1%
Spanish1220.1%
Sri Lankan5200.3%
Subsaharan African9380.5%
Sudanese1520.1%
Swedish1,3270.7%
Swiss2210.1%
Syrian1770.1%
Thai2,7061.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian1410.1%
Turkish2620.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander190.0%
Ukrainian1,4690.7%
Venezuelan170.0%
Vietnamese1630.1%
Welsh2,5971.3%
West Indian540.0%
Yugoslavian5690.3%
Zimbabwean110.0%
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Immigrants in Broome County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Broome County came from Asia (7,824 | 3.9%), Latin America (3,416 | 1.7%), Eastern Asia (3,098 | 1.6%), Europe (2,697 | 1.4%), and China (2,696 | 1.4%), together accounting for 9.9% of all Broome County residents.
Immigrants in Broome County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan280.0%
Africa7620.4%
Albania70.0%
Argentina510.0%
Asia7,8243.9%
Bangladesh3640.2%
Barbados50.0%
Belarus290.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina3090.2%
Brazil830.0%
Bulgaria150.0%
Cambodia170.0%
Canada3850.2%
Caribbean1,7020.9%
Central America6000.3%
Chile190.0%
China2,6961.4%
Colombia2030.1%
Costa Rica140.0%
Croatia130.0%
Cuba140.0%
Czechoslovakia560.0%
Denmark140.0%
Dominican Republic2750.1%
Eastern Africa1830.1%
Eastern Asia3,0981.6%
Eastern Europe1,3350.7%
Ecuador4000.2%
Egypt460.0%
El Salvador350.0%
England1950.1%
Europe2,6971.4%
France240.0%
Germany2140.1%
Ghana110.0%
Greece2630.1%
Guatemala730.0%
Guyana2540.1%
Haiti1,0110.5%
Honduras1040.1%
Hong Kong450.0%
Hungary50.0%
India1,2790.6%
Indonesia130.0%
Iran1300.1%
Iraq3920.2%
Ireland1020.1%
Israel1090.1%
Italy3720.2%
Jamaica3420.2%
Japan650.0%
Jordan920.1%
Kazakhstan590.0%
Kenya1060.1%
Korea3370.2%
Kuwait20.0%
Laos1620.1%
Latin America3,4161.7%
Latvia160.0%
Lebanon950.1%
Malaysia460.0%
Mexico3640.2%
Netherlands130.0%
Nigeria290.0%
Northern Africa3410.2%
Northern Europe4420.2%
Norway160.0%
Pakistan4870.3%
Panama100.0%
Peru970.1%
Philippines1750.1%
Poland280.0%
Portugal70.0%
Romania900.1%
Russia3430.2%
Saudi Arabia370.0%
Scotland240.0%
Senegal80.0%
Serbia740.0%
Somalia80.0%
South Africa1170.1%
South America1,1140.6%
South Central Asia2,5861.3%
South Eastern Asia1,0080.5%
Southern Europe6500.3%
Spain80.0%
Sri Lanka2070.1%
Sudan1070.1%
Sweden20.0%
Switzerland190.0%
Taiwan540.0%
Thailand890.0%
Trinidad and Tobago430.0%
Turkey2730.1%
Ukraine2320.1%
Uzbekistan320.0%
Venezuela70.0%
Vietnam4460.2%
Western Africa1100.1%
Western Asia1,1320.6%
Western Europe2700.1%
Yemen530.0%
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Sex and Age in Broome County

Sex and Age in Broome County

The most populous age groups in Broome County are 20 to 24 Years (10,818 | 11.0%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (9,947 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Broome County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,879 (5.0%)4,863 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Years5,463 (5.6%)4,384 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Years5,619 (5.7%)5,924 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years7,852 (8.0%)7,420 (7.4%)
20 to 24 Years10,818 (11.0%)9,947 (9.9%)
25 to 29 Years5,943 (6.1%)5,625 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years5,336 (5.4%)5,205 (5.2%)
35 to 39 Years5,048 (5.1%)5,502 (5.5%)
40 to 44 Years5,545 (5.7%)4,918 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years4,907 (5.0%)4,987 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years5,697 (5.8%)5,710 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years6,491 (6.6%)7,006 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years7,243 (7.4%)6,879 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years5,665 (5.8%)5,886 (5.9%)
70 to 74 Years4,572 (4.7%)5,053 (5.0%)
75 to 79 Years3,065 (3.1%)3,949 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years1,634 (1.7%)2,998 (3.0%)
85 Years and over2,248 (2.3%)4,084 (4.1%)
Total98,025 (100.0%)100,340 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Broome County

Median Family Size in Broome County

The median family size in Broome County is 2.97 persons per family, with married-couple families (33,340 | 72.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.01 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3,490 | 7.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.65 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Broome County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple33,340 (72.7%)3.01
Single Male/Father3,490 (7.6%)2.65
Single Female/Mother9,053 (19.7%)2.96
Total Families45,883 (100.0%)2.97

Median Household Size in Broome County

The median household size in Broome County is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (9,053 | 11.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (35,456 | 43.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Broome County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple33,340 (41.0%)3.04
Single Male/Father3,490 (4.3%)3.10
Single Female/Mother9,053 (11.1%)3.21
Non-family35,456 (43.6%)1.32
Total Households81,339 (100.0%)2.31

Household Size by Marriage Status in Broome County

Out of a total of 81,339 households in Broome County, 45,883 (56.4%) are family households, while 35,456 (43.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 22,182, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 27,741.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Broome County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-27,741 (34.1%)
2-Person Households22,182 (27.3%)5,995 (7.4%)
3-Person Households10,658 (13.1%)713 (0.9%)
4-Person Households7,459 (9.2%)451 (0.5%)
5-Person Households3,488 (4.3%)188 (0.2%)
6-Person Households1,363 (1.7%)176 (0.2%)
7+ Person Households733 (0.9%)192 (0.2%)
Total45,883 (56.4%)35,456 (43.6%)

Female Fertility in Broome County

Fertility by Age in Broome County

Average fertility rate in Broome County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Broome County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years136 (6.4%)18.0
20 to 34 years1,472 (69.7%)71.0
35 to 50 years503 (23.8%)31.0
Total2,111 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Broome County

55.0% of women with births (2,111) in Broome County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 85.3% 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 24.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Broome County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years20 (14.7%)116 (85.3%)
20 to 34 years761 (51.7%)711 (48.3%)
35 to 50 years381 (75.7%)122 (24.2%)
Total1,161 (55.0%)950 (45.0%)

Fertility by Education in Broome County

Average fertility rate in Broome County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 60.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 45.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Broome County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School142 (6.7%)25.0
High School Diploma509 (24.1%)53.0
College or Associate's Degree955 (45.2%)56.0
Bachelor's Degree154 (7.3%)23.0
Graduate Degree351 (16.6%)60.0
Total2,111 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Broome County

45.0% of women with births in Broome County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 87.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 62.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Broome County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School69 (48.6%)73 (51.4%)
High School Diploma312 (61.3%)197 (38.7%)
College or Associate's Degree362 (37.9%)593 (62.1%)
Bachelor's Degree113 (73.4%)41 (26.6%)
Graduate Degree306 (87.2%)45 (12.8%)
Total1,161 (55.0%)950 (45.0%)

Income in Broome County

Income Overview in Broome County

Per Capita Income in Broome County is $33,674, while median incomes of families and households are $78,605 and $58,317 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income198,365$33,674
Median Family Income45,883$78,605
Mean Family Income45,883$100,317
Median Household Income81,339$58,317
Mean Household Income81,339$81,198
Income Deficit45,883$11,109
Wage / Income Gap (%)198,36524.19%
Wage / Income Gap ($)198,36575.81¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index198,3650.48

Earnings by Sex in Broome County

Average Earnings in Broome County are $34,949, $40,446 for men and $30,661 for women, a difference of 24.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Broome County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male52,101 (51.8%)$40,446
Female48,458 (48.2%)$30,661
Total100,559 (100.0%)$34,949

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Broome County

The most common earnings brackets in Broome County are $100,000+ for men (6,918 | 13.3%) and $2,499 or less for women (4,081 | 8.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Broome County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,674 (7.0%)4,081 (8.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,463 (4.7%)2,747 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,884 (3.6%)2,331 (4.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,127 (2.2%)1,844 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,318 (2.5%)2,218 (4.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,437 (2.8%)1,459 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,422 (2.7%)1,603 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,497 (2.9%)1,433 (3.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,320 (2.5%)1,836 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,652 (3.2%)1,461 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992,603 (5.0%)2,842 (5.9%)
$30,000 to $34,9993,179 (6.1%)2,914 (6.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,175 (4.2%)2,705 (5.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,517 (4.8%)2,792 (5.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,607 (5.0%)2,081 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,224 (4.3%)1,842 (3.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9994,103 (7.9%)3,471 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9992,959 (5.7%)2,563 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,022 (9.6%)3,361 (6.9%)
$100,000+6,918 (13.3%)2,874 (5.9%)
Total52,101 (100.0%)48,458 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Broome County

Average earnings in Broome County are $49,247 for men and $38,412 for women, a difference of 22.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,557, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,036. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,074, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,684.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Broome County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$29,036$20,684
High School Diploma$40,321$27,984
College or Associate's Degree$47,829$35,020
Bachelor's Degree$64,510$46,703
Graduate Degree$76,557$66,074
Total$49,247$38,412

Family Income in Broome County

Family Income Brackets in Broome County

According to the Broome County family income data, there are 9,544 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,285 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Broome County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001,7893.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991,2852.8%
$15,000 to $24,9992,6155.7%
$25,000 to $34,9993,1206.8%
$35,000 to $49,9994,72610.3%
$50,000 to $74,9998,44218.4%
$75,000 to $99,9996,28613.7%
$100,000 to $149,9999,54420.8%
$150,000 to $199,9993,9468.6%
$200,000+4,1299.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Broome County

4-person families (6,765 | 14.7%) account for the highest median family income in Broome County with $108,175 per family, while 2-person families (24,146 | 52.6%) have the highest median income of $36,218 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Broome County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families24,146 (52.6%)$72,437
3-Person Families9,919 (21.6%)$77,141
4-Person Families6,765 (14.7%)$108,175
5-Person Families3,220 (7.0%)$100,389
6-Person Families1,167 (2.5%)$69,044
7+ Person Families666 (1.5%)$86,554
Total45,883 (100.0%)$78,605

Family Income by Number of Earners in Broome County

The median family income in Broome County is $78,605, with families comprising 3+ earners (4,218) having the highest median family income of $143,750, while families with no earners (8,772) have the lowest median family income of $46,235, accounting for 9.2% and 19.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Broome County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners8,772 (19.1%)$46,235
1 Earner14,797 (32.3%)$55,802
2 Earners18,096 (39.4%)$106,293
3+ Earners4,218 (9.2%)$143,750
Total45,883 (100.0%)$78,605

Household Income in Broome County

Household Income Brackets in Broome County

With 14,316 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Broome County, accounting for 17.6% of all households. In contrast, only 4,392 households (5.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Broome County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0005,6126.9%
$10,000 to $14,9994,3925.4%
$15,000 to $24,9998,37810.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996,9958.6%
$35,000 to $49,9999,84212.1%
$50,000 to $74,99914,31617.6%
$75,000 to $99,9999,43511.6%
$100,000 to $149,99912,52615.4%
$150,000 to $199,9994,9626.1%
$200,000+4,9626.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Broome County

The median household income in Broome County is $58,317, with the highest median household income of $72,434 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 29,148 households (35.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,503, with 5,905 households (7.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Broome County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5,905 (7.3%)$23,503
25 to 44 Years21,034 (25.9%)$65,502
45 to 64 Years29,148 (35.8%)$72,434
65+ Years25,252 (31.0%)$49,954
Total81,339 (100.0%)$58,317

Poverty in Broome County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Broome County

With 18.0% poverty level for males and 20.1% for females among the residents of Broome County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4,316 males (36.1%) and 5,059 females (47.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Broome County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,351 (28.3%)1,063 (22.3%)
5 Years347 (27.9%)261 (32.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,529 (23.5%)1,392 (26.4%)
12 to 14 Years632 (20.2%)1,079 (27.4%)
15 Years310 (26.1%)221 (27.8%)
16 and 17 Years386 (16.7%)719 (30.9%)
18 to 24 Years4,316 (36.1%)5,059 (47.0%)
25 to 34 Years1,875 (16.9%)2,187 (20.3%)
35 to 44 Years1,554 (14.8%)1,830 (17.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,579 (15.1%)1,539 (14.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,759 (12.9%)1,587 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years720 (7.2%)1,156 (10.7%)
75 Years and over453 (7.0%)1,087 (10.5%)
Total16,811 (18.0%)19,180 (20.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Broome County

According to the poverty statistics in Broome County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.0% of males and 89.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Broome County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,426 (71.7%)3,701 (77.7%)
5 Years899 (72.2%)555 (68.0%)
6 to 11 Years4,986 (76.5%)3,891 (73.7%)
12 to 14 Years2,497 (79.8%)2,854 (72.6%)
15 Years879 (73.9%)573 (72.2%)
16 and 17 Years1,921 (83.3%)1,605 (69.1%)
18 to 24 Years7,641 (63.9%)5,695 (53.0%)
25 to 34 Years9,230 (83.1%)8,581 (79.7%)
35 to 44 Years8,928 (85.2%)8,555 (82.4%)
45 to 54 Years8,895 (84.9%)9,096 (85.5%)
55 to 64 Years11,838 (87.1%)12,206 (88.5%)
65 to 74 Years9,342 (92.8%)9,599 (89.2%)
75 Years and over6,022 (93.0%)9,214 (89.4%)
Total76,504 (82.0%)76,125 (79.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Broome County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Broome County show that 5.7% or 1,888 of the total 33,340 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 47.4%, comprising of 138 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.5%, which includes 753 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Broome County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children21,065 (96.6%)753 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children8,219 (95.9%)349 (4.1%)
3 or 4 Children2,015 (75.7%)648 (24.3%)
5 or more Children153 (52.6%)138 (47.4%)
Total31,452 (94.3%)1,888 (5.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Broome County

According to the poverty data in Broome County, 18.9% or 659 single-father households and 30.2% or 2,730 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 54 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 398 households (59.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Broome County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children142 (9.3%)322 (10.3%)
1 or 2 Children360 (20.4%)1,936 (37.8%)
3 or 4 Children103 (72.5%)398 (59.4%)
5 or more Children54 (100.0%)74 (58.7%)
Total659 (18.9%)2,730 (30.2%)

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

The poverty data for Broome County shows that 1,888 of the married-couple family households (5.7%) and 3,389 of the single-parent households (27.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 138 households (47.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 128 household (71.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Broome County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children753 (3.5%)464 (10.0%)
1 or 2 Children349 (4.1%)2,296 (33.3%)
3 or 4 Children648 (24.3%)501 (61.7%)
5 or more Children138 (47.4%)128 (71.1%)
Total1,888 (5.7%)3,389 (27.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Broome County

Employment by Class of Employer in Broome County

Among the 84,789 employed individuals in Broome County, private company employees (49,279 | 58.1%), not-for-profit organizations (10,870 | 12.8%), and local government employees (9,017 | 10.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Broome County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees49,27958.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,0412.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4,0244.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations10,87012.8%
Local Government Employees9,01710.6%
State Government Employees8,49510.0%
Federal Government Employees9531.1%
Unpaid Family Workers1100.1%
Total84,789100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Broome County

According to the labor force statistics for Broome County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (165,200), 56.8% or 93,834 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 6,475 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.9% or 9,055 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.9% or 1,159 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Broome County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years4,475 (33.8%)1,159 (25.9%)
20 to 24 Years12,791 (61.6%)1,305 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Years9,220 (79.7%)913 (9.9%)
30 to 34 Years9,055 (85.9%)507 (5.6%)
35 to 44 Years16,873 (80.3%)945 (5.6%)
45 to 54 Years16,615 (78.0%)748 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years9,988 (74.0%)449 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years8,050 (57.0%)386 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years5,527 (26.1%)77 (1.4%)
75 Years and over1,258 (7.0%)20 (1.6%)
Total93,834 (56.8%)6,475 (6.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Broome County

According to labor force statistics for Broome County, 75.9% of individuals (69,860) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (92,042) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 3,982 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 87.4% or 25,623 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.8% or 457 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Broome County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School4,230 (48.7%)938 (10.8%)
High School Diploma17,364 (69.1%)2,061 (8.2%)
College / Associate Degree22,608 (78.2%)1,243 (4.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher25,623 (87.4%)1,290 (4.4%)
Total69,860 (75.9%)5,246 (5.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Broome County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Broome County are Community & Social Service (13,039 | 14.9%), Education Instruction & Library (8,443 | 9.7%), Management (7,607 | 8.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (5,765 | 6.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (5,074 | 5.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Broome County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Broome County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (82.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (74.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (75.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (68.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Broome County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management4,344 (57.1%)3,263 (42.9%)
Business & Financial1,795 (40.2%)2,666 (59.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,863 (76.1%)1,211 (23.9%)
Computers & Mathematics1,835 (74.6%)624 (25.4%)
Architecture & Engineering1,778 (82.2%)384 (17.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science250 (55.2%)203 (44.8%)
Community & Social Service 4,609 (35.3%)8,430 (64.6%)
Education, Arts & Media903 (39.6%)1,376 (60.4%)
Legal Services & Support429 (41.5%)604 (58.5%)
Education Instruction & Library2,662 (31.5%)5,781 (68.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment615 (47.9%)669 (52.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,423 (24.7%)4,342 (75.3%)
Health Technologists1,018 (24.4%)3,155 (75.6%)
Total (Category)16,034 (44.6%)19,912 (55.4%)
Total (Overall)44,904 (51.4%)42,398 (48.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Broome County are Food Preparation & Serving (5,922 | 6.8%), Healthcare Support (3,762 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (3,304 | 3.8%), Personal Care & Service (2,503 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (2,222 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations in Broome County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Broome County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.5%), Security & Protection (76.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (65.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.6%), Personal Care & Service (71.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Broome County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support692 (18.4%)3,070 (81.6%)
Security & Protection1,708 (76.9%)514 (23.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention747 (65.1%)401 (34.9%)
Law Enforcement961 (89.5%)113 (10.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving2,608 (44.0%)3,314 (56.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,894 (57.3%)1,410 (42.7%)
Personal Care & Service722 (28.8%)1,781 (71.2%)
Total (Category)7,624 (43.0%)10,089 (57.0%)
Total (Overall)44,904 (51.4%)42,398 (48.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Broome County are Office & Administration (9,554 | 10.9%), and Sales & Related (7,943 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Broome County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Broome County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4,316 (54.3%)3,627 (45.7%)
Office & Administration2,931 (30.7%)6,623 (69.3%)
Total (Category)7,247 (41.4%)10,250 (58.6%)
Total (Overall)44,904 (51.4%)42,398 (48.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Broome County are Construction & Extraction (3,246 | 3.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,150 | 2.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (240 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Broome County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Broome County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry131 (54.6%)109 (45.4%)
Construction & Extraction3,225 (99.4%)21 (0.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,107 (98.0%)43 (2.0%)
Total (Category)5,463 (96.9%)173 (3.1%)
Total (Overall)44,904 (51.4%)42,398 (48.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Broome County are Production (3,915 | 4.5%), Material Moving (3,458 | 4.0%), and Transportation (3,137 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Broome County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Broome County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,989 (76.3%)926 (23.6%)
Transportation2,779 (88.6%)358 (11.4%)
Material Moving2,768 (80.0%)690 (20.0%)
Total (Category)8,536 (81.2%)1,974 (18.8%)
Total (Overall)44,904 (51.4%)42,398 (48.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Broome County

Employment Industries in Broome County

The major employment industries in Broome County include Health Care & Social Assistance (15,139 | 17.3%), Educational Services (13,840 | 15.9%), Retail Trade (10,725 | 12.3%), Manufacturing (8,058 | 9.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (6,563 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries in Broome County

Employment Industries by Sex in Broome County

The Broome County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (95.8%), and Construction (92.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.9%), Finance & Insurance (66.9%), and Educational Services (62.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Broome County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting424 (71.4%)170 (28.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction137 (95.8%)6 (4.2%)
Construction4,492 (92.5%)366 (7.5%)
Manufacturing6,100 (75.7%)1,958 (24.3%)
Wholesale Trade1,123 (71.9%)438 (28.1%)
Retail Trade6,138 (57.2%)4,587 (42.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,304 (74.9%)774 (25.2%)
Utilities536 (64.8%)291 (35.2%)
Information504 (47.8%)550 (52.2%)
Finance & Insurance939 (33.1%)1,898 (66.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing645 (73.5%)233 (26.5%)
Professional & Scientific2,635 (54.9%)2,168 (45.1%)
Enterprise Management15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support1,780 (68.8%)806 (31.2%)
Educational Services5,229 (37.8%)8,611 (62.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,654 (24.1%)11,485 (75.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation984 (59.0%)685 (41.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services3,140 (47.8%)3,423 (52.2%)
Public Administration2,087 (52.1%)1,919 (47.9%)
Total44,904 (51.4%)42,398 (48.6%)

Education in Broome County

School Enrollment in Broome County

The most common levels of schooling among the 53,359 students in Broome County are college / undergraduate (19,184 | 35.9%), middle school (9,375 | 17.6%), and high school (8,897 | 16.7%).
School Enrollment in Broome County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,2764.3%
Kindergarten2,3684.4%
Elementary School7,14413.4%
Middle School9,37517.6%
High School8,89716.7%
College / Undergraduate19,18435.9%
Graduate / Professional4,1157.7%
Total53,359100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Broome County

Out of a total of 53,359 students who are enrolled in schools in Broome County, 5,816 (10.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 47,543 (89.1%) 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 762 (39.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7,156 (94.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Broome County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,194 (61.0%)762 (39.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old8,307 (90.4%)879 (9.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds10,367 (91.3%)993 (8.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5,966 (91.1%)579 (8.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds7,156 (94.9%)385 (5.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10,529 (89.2%)1,273 (10.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2,352 (86.8%)357 (13.2%)
35 Years and over1,670 (73.9%)590 (26.1%)
Total47,543 (89.1%)5,816 (10.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Broome County

Education (5,969 | 14.1%), business (5,494 | 13.0%), science & technology (4,069 | 9.6%), engineering (3,836 | 9.1%), and social sciences (3,471 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 42,357 individuals in Broome County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Broome County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2,2755.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2,5316.0%
Physical & Health Sciences1,4713.5%
Psychology2,3525.6%
Social Sciences3,4718.2%
Engineering3,8369.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies2680.6%
Science & Technology4,0699.6%
Business5,49413.0%
Education5,96914.1%
Literature & Languages2,0594.9%
Liberal Arts & History3,1207.4%
Visual & Performing Arts1,8474.4%
Communications9272.2%
Arts & Humanities2,6686.3%
Total42,357100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Broome County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Broome County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Broome County are males with 2 vehicles (17,972, accounting for 41.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (16,602, making up 44.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Broome County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,838 (6.6%)2,646 (6.6%)
1 Vehicle10,066 (23.3%)10,597 (26.3%)
2 Vehicles17,972 (41.5%)16,602 (41.3%)
3 Vehicles7,564 (17.5%)6,586 (16.4%)
4 Vehicles3,367 (7.8%)2,768 (6.9%)
5 or more Vehicles1,457 (3.4%)1,032 (2.6%)
Total43,264 (100.0%)40,231 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Broome County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Broome County are 15 to 19 minutes (17,113 commuters, 21.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (17,013 commuters, 21.6%), and 20 to 24 minutes (12,911 commuters, 16.4%).
Commute Time in Broome County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3,3824.3%
5 to 9 Minutes10,79913.7%
10 to 14 Minutes17,01321.6%
15 to 19 Minutes17,11321.7%
20 to 24 Minutes12,91116.4%
25 to 29 Minutes4,2435.4%
30 to 34 Minutes5,2516.7%
35 to 39 Minutes7771.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1,7042.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2,0902.6%
60 to 89 Minutes2,0422.6%
90 or more Minutes1,5171.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Broome County

The most common commute times in Broome County are 10 to 14 minutes (8,744 commuters, 21.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (8,600 commuters, 22.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Broome County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,823 (4.5%)1,559 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes5,598 (13.8%)5,201 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes8,744 (21.5%)8,269 (21.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes8,513 (20.9%)8,600 (22.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes6,366 (15.7%)6,545 (17.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes2,139 (5.3%)2,104 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,625 (6.5%)2,626 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes507 (1.3%)270 (0.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes728 (1.8%)976 (2.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,235 (3.0%)855 (2.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,246 (3.1%)796 (2.1%)
90 or more Minutes1,109 (2.7%)408 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Broome County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Broome County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (5,436, 13.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (6,615, 17.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Broome County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,982 (4.9%)800 (2.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,799 (4.4%)641 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2,055 (5.1%)1,147 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3,117 (7.7%)2,024 (5.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,787 (9.3%)3,639 (9.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM5,257 (12.9%)5,546 (14.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM5,436 (13.4%)6,615 (17.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4,079 (10.0%)4,959 (13.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,424 (6.0%)2,692 (7.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,710 (6.7%)2,624 (6.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,340 (3.3%)1,091 (2.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM916 (2.2%)811 (2.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3,310 (8.2%)3,050 (8.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,421 (6.0%)2,570 (6.7%)
Total40,633 (100.0%)38,209 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Broome County

Occupancy by Ownership in Broome County

Of the total 81,339 dwellings in Broome County, owner-occupied units account for 52,748 (64.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 28,591 (35.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Broome County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units52,74864.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units28,59135.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units81,339100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Broome County

Occupancy by Household Size in Broome County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household27,74134.1%
2-Person Household28,17734.6%
3-Person Household11,37114.0%
4+ Person Household14,05017.3%
Total Housing Units81,339100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Broome County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Broome County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household14,436 (52.0%)13,305 (48.0%)
2-Person Household20,914 (74.2%)7,263 (25.8%)
3-Person Household7,614 (67.0%)3,757 (33.0%)
4+ Person Household9,784 (69.6%)4,266 (30.4%)
Total Housing Units52,748 (64.8%)28,591 (35.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Broome County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Broome County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2,587 (44.9%)3,178 (55.1%)
High School Diploma13,799 (61.2%)8,744 (38.8%)
College/Associate Degree17,724 (64.6%)9,723 (35.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher18,638 (72.9%)6,946 (27.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Broome County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Broome County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years15,88319.5%
35 to 44 Years11,05613.6%
45 to 54 Years12,60315.5%
55 to 64 Years16,54520.3%
65 to 74 Years13,31316.4%
75 to 84 Years7,6029.3%
85 Years and Over4,3375.3%
Total81,339100.0%

Housing Finances in Broome County

Median Income by Occupancy in Broome County

Median Income by Occupancy in Broome County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied52,748 (64.8%)$77,338
Renter-Occupied28,591 (35.1%)$31,529
Average81,339 (100.0%)$58,317

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Broome County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Broome County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,320 (2.5%)2,373 (8.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999743 (1.4%)1,178 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $14,999957 (1.8%)3,399 (11.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,475 (2.8%)2,265 (7.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,944 (3.7%)2,664 (9.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9993,555 (6.7%)3,448 (12.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9995,791 (11.0%)4,024 (14.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,841 (18.7%)4,475 (15.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,275 (13.8%)2,161 (7.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99910,736 (20.3%)1,763 (6.2%)
$150,000 or more9,111 (17.3%)841 (2.9%)
Total52,748 (100.0%)28,591 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Broome County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Broome County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,157 (4.1%)967 (3.4%)
$300 to $4996,696 (12.7%)1,765 (6.2%)
$500 to $79911,705 (22.2%)8,429 (29.5%)
$800 to $9997,294 (13.8%)6,110 (21.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49913,560 (25.7%)6,982 (24.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9996,271 (11.9%)1,333 (4.7%)
$2,000 to $2,4992,573 (4.9%)589 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,198 (2.3%)320 (1.1%)
$3,000 or more1,294 (2.5%)678 (2.4%)
Total52,748 (100.0%)28,591 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Broome County

Housing Structures in Broome County

Housing Structures in Broome County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached51,67963.5%
Single Unit, Attached1,8392.3%
2 Unit Apartments9,51311.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4,5595.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,9084.8%
10 or more Apartments6,7568.3%
Mobile Home / Other3,0853.8%
Total81,339100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Broome County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Broome County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached46,919 (90.8%)4,760 (9.2%)
Single Unit, Attached772 (42.0%)1,067 (58.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2,236 (23.5%)7,277 (76.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments274 (6.0%)4,285 (94.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments208 (5.3%)3,700 (94.7%)
10 or more Apartments311 (4.6%)6,445 (95.4%)
Mobile Home / Other2,028 (65.7%)1,057 (34.3%)
Total52,748 (64.8%)28,591 (35.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Broome County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Broome County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room93 (0.2%)1,093 (3.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms771 (1.5%)6,847 (23.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms11,207 (21.2%)12,410 (43.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms22,356 (42.4%)6,073 (21.2%)
8 or more Rooms18,321 (34.7%)2,168 (7.6%)
Total52,748 (100.0%)28,591 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Broome County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Broome County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas33,238 (63.0%)15,924 (55.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5,006 (9.5%)1,181 (4.1%)
Electricity4,652 (8.8%)9,129 (31.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene6,819 (12.9%)1,297 (4.5%)
Coal or Coke460 (0.9%)50 (0.2%)
All other Fuels2,461 (4.7%)477 (1.7%)
No Fuel Used112 (0.2%)533 (1.9%)
Total52,748 (100.0%)28,591 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Broome County

Household Vehicle Usage in Broome County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2,205 (4.2%)7,999 (28.0%)
1 Vehicle17,227 (32.7%)13,802 (48.3%)
2 Vehicles22,700 (43.0%)5,086 (17.8%)
3 or more Vehicles10,616 (20.1%)1,704 (6.0%)
Total52,748 (100.0%)28,591 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Broome County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Broome County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units24,56528,183
Median Property Value$129,100$146,100
Median Household Income$59,434$5,838
Monthly Housing Costs$597$1,216
Real Estate Taxes$3,345$750

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Broome County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Broome County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002,256 (9.2%)834 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9996,067 (24.7%)5,842 (20.7%)
$100,000 to $299,99913,963 (56.8%)18,581 (65.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,586 (6.5%)1,933 (6.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999480 (1.9%)646 (2.3%)
$750,000 to $999,99997 (0.4%)140 (0.5%)
$1,000,000 or more116 (0.5%)207 (0.7%)
Total24,565 (100.0%)28,183 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Broome County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Broome County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,535 (6.2%)1,428 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $24,9993,197 (13.0%)528 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,223 (9.0%)1,179 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9993,172 (12.9%)1,332 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,666 (19.0%)2,619 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,825 (11.5%)5,175 (18.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,674 (15.0%)4,450 (15.8%)
$150,000 or more3,273 (13.3%)7,062 (25.1%)
Total24,565 (100.0%)28,183 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Broome County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Broome County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x11,827 (48.1%)93,575 (332.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x4,677 (19.0%)17,587 (62.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,166 (8.8%)5,220 (18.5%)
4.0x or more5,584 (22.7%)2,049 (7.3%)
Total24,565 (100.0%)28,183 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Broome County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Broome County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,311 (5.3%)217 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,4993,100 (12.6%)595 (2.1%)
$800 to $1,49918,586 (75.7%)2,144 (7.6%)
Total24,565 (100.0%)28,183 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Broome County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broome County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broome County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years11,675 (98.1%)226 (1.9%)
6 to 18 Years29,494 (97.8%)650 (2.2%)
19 to 25 Years25,793 (94.8%)1,415 (5.2%)
26 to 34 Years17,761 (90.8%)1,792 (9.2%)
35 to 44 Years19,625 (94.1%)1,242 (5.9%)
45 to 54 Years20,207 (95.7%)902 (4.3%)
55 to 64 Years26,390 (96.4%)1,000 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years20,692 (99.4%)125 (0.6%)
75 Years and older16,753 (99.9%)23 (0.1%)
Total188,390 (96.2%)7,375 (3.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Broome County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Broome County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born11,675 (98.1%)226 (1.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen29,494 (97.8%)650 (2.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen25,793 (94.8%)1,415 (5.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Broome County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Broome County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00030,815 (97.1%)937 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $49,99932,510 (95.1%)1,663 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99929,663 (93.6%)2,023 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99922,904 (95.4%)1,103 (4.6%)
$100,000 and over64,953 (97.9%)1,365 (2.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broome County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Broome County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 66,242 (52.4%)6,264 (52.6%)
6 to 18 Years13,191 (43.8%)18,248 (60.5%)
19 to 25 Years7,050 (25.9%)19,760 (72.6%)
25 to 34 Years6,698 (34.3%)12,020 (61.5%)
35 to 44 Years6,580 (31.5%)13,759 (65.9%)
45 to 54 Years5,780 (27.4%)15,156 (71.8%)
55 to 64 Years7,633 (27.9%)20,504 (74.9%)
65 to 74 Years19,881 (95.5%)13,226 (63.5%)
75 Years and over16,612 (99.0%)11,272 (67.2%)
Total89,667 (45.8%)130,209 (66.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Broome County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Broome County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)32 (0.7%)
5 to 17 Years1,315 (9.0%)1,068 (7.9%)
18 to 34 Years2,604 (10.0%)2,460 (9.9%)
35 to 64 Years5,867 (17.0%)5,786 (16.6%)
65 to 74 Years2,079 (20.7%)2,453 (22.8%)
75 Years and over3,087 (47.7%)4,309 (41.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Broome County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Broome County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years37 (0.3%)32 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years462 (1.8%)146 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years954 (2.8%)684 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years999 (9.9%)469 (4.4%)
75 Years and over1,511 (23.3%)1,702 (16.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Broome County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)26 (0.5%)
5 to 17 Years108 (0.7%)195 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years252 (1.0%)332 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years654 (1.9%)826 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years401 (4.0%)321 (3.0%)
75 Years and over355 (5.5%)860 (8.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Broome County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,184 (8.1%)927 (6.9%)
18 to 34 Years1,875 (7.2%)1,765 (7.1%)
35 to 64 Years2,704 (7.8%)2,512 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years495 (4.9%)426 (4.0%)
75 Years and over673 (10.4%)918 (8.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Broome County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years172 (1.2%)251 (1.9%)
18 to 34 Years263 (1.0%)306 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years3,024 (8.7%)3,143 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years963 (9.6%)1,629 (15.1%)
75 Years and over1,622 (25.1%)3,093 (30.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Broome County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years243 (1.7%)412 (3.1%)
18 to 34 Years196 (0.7%)169 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,002 (2.9%)754 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years315 (3.1%)360 (3.4%)
75 Years and over559 (8.6%)1,207 (11.7%)

Technology Access in Broome County

Computing Device Access in Broome County

Computing Device Access in Broome County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop62,37076.7%
Smartphone66,33681.6%
Tablet49,86761.3%
No Computing Device6,8878.5%
Total81,339100.0%

Internet Access in Broome County

Internet Access in Broome County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1390.2%
Broadband Home61,60775.7%
Cellular Data Only7,3699.1%
Satellite Internet3,8214.7%
No Internet10,42212.8%
Total81,339100.0%

Broome County Summary

Broome County is located in the south-central region of New York State, and is part of the Binghamton Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Chenango County to the north, Tioga County to the west, and Susquehanna County in Pennsylvania to the south. The county seat is Binghamton, and the largest city is the city of Binghamton.

History

Broome County was formed in 1806 from parts of Tioga and Onondaga counties. It was named after John Broome, who was the lieutenant governor of New York from 1804 to 1810. The county was originally part of the Iroquois Confederacy, and was home to the Susquehannock and Iroquois tribes.
The first settlers in the area were mostly German and Dutch immigrants, who began arriving in the late 1700s. The first permanent settlement was established in 1787 in the town of Union. The county was officially established in 1806, and the first county seat was located in the town of Chenango.
In the early 1800s, the county was home to a thriving lumber industry, and the area was known for its production of maple syrup. The county was also home to a number of mills, including the first paper mill in the United States, which was established in 1801 in the town of Chenango.
The county was also home to a number of prominent figures in American history, including the first female doctor in the United States, Elizabeth Blackwell, who was born in the town of Chenango in 1821.

Geography

Broome County is located in the south-central region of New York State, and is part of the Binghamton Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Chenango County to the north, Tioga County to the west, and Susquehanna County in Pennsylvania to the south. The county seat is Binghamton, and the largest city is the city of Binghamton.
The county has a total area of 717 square miles, of which 709 square miles is land and 8 square miles is water. The terrain is mostly hilly, with the highest point being the summit of Mount Prospect, which is 1,945 feet above sea level. The county is home to a number of rivers, including the Susquehanna River, the Chenango River, and the Tioughnioga River.

Economy

The economy of Broome County is largely based on manufacturing, healthcare, and education. The county is home to a number of large employers, including IBM, Lockheed Martin, and BAE Systems. The county is also home to a number of hospitals, including UHS Wilson Medical Center, Lourdes Hospital, and Binghamton General Hospital.
The county is also home to a number of higher education institutions, including Binghamton University, SUNY Broome Community College, and Davis College.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Broome County was 200,600. The racial makeup of the county was 90.2% White, 4.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.5% from two or more races. The median household income was $45,845, and the median family income was $55,867. The per capita income was $23,845.

Conclusion

Broome County is located in the south-central region of New York State, and is part of the Binghamton Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Chenango County to the north, Tioga County to the west, and Susquehanna County in Pennsylvania to the south. The county seat is Binghamton, and the largest city is the city of Binghamton. The county has a long history, and was originally part of the Iroquois Confederacy. The economy of the county is largely based on manufacturing, healthcare, and education. As of the 2010 census, the population of Broome County was 200,600, and the median household income was $45,845.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Broome County?
Total Population of Broome County is 198,365.
What is the Total Male Population of Broome County?
Total Male Population of Broome County is 98,025.
What is the Total Female Population of Broome County?
Total Female Population of Broome County is 100,340.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Broome County?
There are 97.69 Males per 100 Females in Broome County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Broome County?
There are 102.36 Females per 100 Males in Broome County.
What is the Median Population Age in Broome County?
Median Population Age in Broome County is 39.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Broome County
Average Family Size in Broome County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Broome County
Average Household Size in Broome County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Broome County?
Per Capita income in Broome County is $33,674.
What is the Median Family Income in Broome County?
Median Family Income in Broome County is $78,605.
What is the Median Household income in Broome County?
Median Household Income in Broome County is $58,317.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Broome County?
Income or Wage Gap in Broome County is 24.2%.
Women in Broome County earn 75.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Broome County?
Family Income Deficit in Broome County is $11,109.
Families that are below poverty line in Broome County earn $11,109 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Broome County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Broome County is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Broome County?
There are 93,834 People in the Labor Forcein in Broome County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Broome County?
56.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Broome County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Broome County?
Unemployment Rate in Broome County is 6.9%.