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Chautauqua County Overview

$30,718
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,650
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,625
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,592
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
127,440
TOTAL POPULATION
63,496
MALE POPULATION
63,944
FEMALE POPULATION
99.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.71
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
58,369
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chautauqua County Area Codes

Income in Chautauqua County

Income Overview in Chautauqua County

Per Capita Income in Chautauqua County is $30,718, while median incomes of families and households are $73,650 and $54,625 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income127,440$30,718
Median Family Income31,591$73,650
Mean Family Income31,591$88,111
Median Household Income53,405$54,625
Mean Household Income53,405$71,588
Income Deficit31,591$10,592
Wage / Income Gap (%)127,44028.82%
Wage / Income Gap ($)127,44071.18¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index127,4400.45

Earnings by Sex in Chautauqua County

Average Earnings in Chautauqua County are $34,938, $41,211 for men and $29,335 for women, a difference of 28.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Chautauqua County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male32,074 (51.9%)$41,211
Female29,661 (48.0%)$29,335
Total61,735 (100.0%)$34,938

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chautauqua County

The most common earnings brackets in Chautauqua County are $100,000+ for men (3,316 | 10.3%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (2,351 | 7.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chautauqua County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,516 (4.7%)2,252 (7.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,130 (3.5%)1,723 (5.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,502 (4.7%)1,394 (4.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999746 (2.3%)1,188 (4.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,012 (3.2%)1,153 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,999795 (2.5%)1,151 (3.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499678 (2.1%)1,208 (4.1%)
$17,500 to $19,999757 (2.4%)756 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $22,499750 (2.3%)883 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,070 (3.3%)1,279 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,830 (5.7%)2,157 (7.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,922 (6.0%)2,069 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,817 (5.7%)1,529 (5.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,820 (5.7%)1,681 (5.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,819 (5.7%)1,350 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,398 (4.4%)1,269 (4.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9993,037 (9.5%)2,351 (7.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,981 (6.2%)1,298 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,178 (9.9%)1,806 (6.1%)
$100,000+3,316 (10.3%)1,164 (3.9%)
Total32,074 (100.0%)29,661 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chautauqua County

Average earnings in Chautauqua County are $46,576 for men and $34,766 for women, a difference of 25.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,619, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,137. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,524, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,556.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chautauqua County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$35,137$23,556
High School Diploma$41,798$27,011
College or Associate's Degree$46,863$30,908
Bachelor's Degree$55,748$44,354
Graduate Degree$76,619$61,524
Total$46,576$34,766

Family Income in Chautauqua County

Family Income Brackets in Chautauqua County

According to the Chautauqua County family income data, there are 6,603 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 821 families (2.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Chautauqua County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001,1693.7%
$10,000 to $14,9998212.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991,8645.9%
$25,000 to $34,9992,4967.9%
$35,000 to $49,9993,72811.8%
$50,000 to $74,9996,12919.4%
$75,000 to $99,9994,92815.6%
$100,000 to $149,9996,60320.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992,3067.3%
$200,000+1,5805.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chautauqua County

6-person families (694 | 2.2%) account for the highest median family income in Chautauqua County with $111,700 per family, while 2-person families (16,771 | 53.1%) have the highest median income of $34,476 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chautauqua County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families16,771 (53.1%)$68,953
3-Person Families6,977 (22.1%)$78,663
4-Person Families4,612 (14.6%)$86,400
5-Person Families2,068 (6.6%)$65,896
6-Person Families694 (2.2%)$111,700
7+ Person Families469 (1.5%)$90,442
Total31,591 (100.0%)$73,650

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chautauqua County

The median family income in Chautauqua County is $73,650, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,982) having the highest median family income of $126,530, while families with no earners (6,524) have the lowest median family income of $50,591, accounting for 9.4% and 20.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Chautauqua County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners6,524 (20.6%)$50,591
1 Earner10,759 (34.1%)$51,594
2 Earners11,326 (35.8%)$101,671
3+ Earners2,982 (9.4%)$126,530
Total31,591 (100.0%)$73,650

Household Income in Chautauqua County

Household Income Brackets in Chautauqua County

With 9,506 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Chautauqua County, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 1,869 households (3.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Chautauqua County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003,3656.3%
$10,000 to $14,9993,2046.0%
$15,000 to $24,9995,98111.2%
$25,000 to $34,9995,1809.7%
$35,000 to $49,9996,94313.0%
$50,000 to $74,9999,50617.8%
$75,000 to $99,9996,62212.4%
$100,000 to $149,9997,95714.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992,7775.2%
$200,000+1,8693.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chautauqua County

The median household income in Chautauqua County is $54,625, with the highest median household income of $65,474 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 20,684 households (38.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,465, with 1,805 households (3.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chautauqua County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,805 (3.4%)$24,465
25 to 44 Years13,942 (26.1%)$57,850
45 to 64 Years20,684 (38.7%)$65,474
65+ Years16,974 (31.8%)$44,106
Total53,405 (100.0%)$54,625

Poverty in Chautauqua County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chautauqua County

With 16.3% poverty level for males and 18.7% for females among the residents of Chautauqua County, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 914 males (27.8%) and 230 females (38.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years914 (27.8%)1,061 (34.3%)
5 Years157 (22.4%)230 (38.1%)
6 to 11 Years1,168 (27.2%)953 (22.9%)
12 to 14 Years544 (25.7%)429 (19.8%)
15 Years120 (13.4%)88 (16.4%)
16 and 17 Years260 (17.7%)328 (20.3%)
18 to 24 Years1,211 (24.2%)1,592 (32.8%)
25 to 34 Years1,259 (17.8%)1,699 (24.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,032 (14.6%)1,220 (17.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,108 (14.7%)1,253 (16.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,102 (11.6%)1,361 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years663 (8.9%)749 (9.7%)
75 Years and over404 (9.1%)608 (10.0%)
Total9,942 (16.3%)11,571 (18.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chautauqua County

According to the poverty statistics in Chautauqua County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.1% of males and 90.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,379 (72.2%)2,036 (65.7%)
5 Years543 (77.6%)374 (61.9%)
6 to 11 Years3,134 (72.9%)3,217 (77.1%)
12 to 14 Years1,575 (74.3%)1,742 (80.2%)
15 Years775 (86.6%)448 (83.6%)
16 and 17 Years1,211 (82.3%)1,291 (79.7%)
18 to 24 Years3,792 (75.8%)3,256 (67.2%)
25 to 34 Years5,825 (82.2%)5,126 (75.1%)
35 to 44 Years6,012 (85.4%)5,668 (82.3%)
45 to 54 Years6,451 (85.3%)6,345 (83.5%)
55 to 64 Years8,440 (88.4%)8,181 (85.7%)
65 to 74 Years6,757 (91.1%)6,999 (90.3%)
75 Years and over4,049 (90.9%)5,490 (90.0%)
Total50,943 (83.7%)50,173 (81.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chautauqua County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chautauqua County show that 5.2% or 1,196 of the total 22,942 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 22.7%, comprising of 60 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.1%, which includes 465 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chautauqua County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children14,656 (96.9%)465 (3.1%)
1 or 2 Children5,684 (94.4%)335 (5.6%)
3 or 4 Children1,202 (78.1%)336 (21.8%)
5 or more Children204 (77.3%)60 (22.7%)
Total21,746 (94.8%)1,196 (5.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chautauqua County

According to the poverty data in Chautauqua County, 13.7% or 340 single-father households and 34.2% or 2,109 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 households (29.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chautauqua County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children54 (5.4%)342 (14.7%)
1 or 2 Children230 (17.8%)1,200 (41.4%)
3 or 4 Children56 (29.5%)500 (57.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
Total340 (13.7%)2,109 (34.2%)

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

The poverty data for Chautauqua County shows that 1,196 of the married-couple family households (5.2%) and 2,449 of the single-parent households (28.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 households (22.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chautauqua County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children465 (3.1%)396 (11.9%)
1 or 2 Children335 (5.6%)1,430 (34.1%)
3 or 4 Children336 (21.8%)556 (52.3%)
5 or more Children60 (22.7%)67 (100.0%)
Total1,196 (5.2%)2,449 (28.3%)

Race in Chautauqua County

The most populous races in Chautauqua County are White / Caucasian (113,168 | 88.8%), Hispanic or Latino (10,333 | 8.1%), and Two or more Races (5,516 | 4.3%).
Race in Chautauqua County
Race# Population% Population
Asian8940.7%
Black / African American3,3522.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific690.1%
Hispanic or Latino10,3338.1%
Native / Alaskan4320.3%
White / Caucasian113,16888.8%
Two or more Races5,5164.3%
Some other Race4,0093.2%
Total127,440100.0%

Ancestry in Chautauqua County

The most populous ancestries reported in Chautauqua County are German (25,791 | 20.2%), English (16,654 | 13.1%), Italian (15,650 | 12.3%), Irish (15,117 | 11.9%), and Swedish (11,653 | 9.1%), together accounting for 66.6% of all Chautauqua County residents.
Ancestry in Chautauqua County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African770.1%
Albanian2940.2%
Aleut110.0%
Alsatian80.0%
American4,6353.6%
Apache60.0%
Arab2130.2%
Argentinean40.0%
Armenian100.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac80.0%
Australian90.0%
Austrian3390.3%
Belgian200.0%
Belizean60.0%
Bhutanese360.0%
Blackfeet260.0%
Brazilian480.0%
British5650.4%
British West Indian30.0%
Burmese810.1%
Canadian2620.2%
Celtic210.0%
Central American7030.5%
Central American Indian1600.1%
Cherokee1460.1%
Chilean140.0%
Chippewa380.0%
Colombian670.1%
Croatian540.0%
Cuban1930.2%
Czech1890.2%
Czechoslovakian590.1%
Danish4020.3%
Delaware20.0%
Dominican5270.4%
Dutch2,7762.2%
Eastern European2200.2%
Ecuadorian1080.1%
English16,65413.1%
Ethiopian60.0%
European1,4131.1%
Filipino120.0%
Finnish630.1%
French2,8632.2%
French American Indian570.0%
French Canadian3670.3%
German25,79120.2%
German Russian160.0%
Greek2010.2%
Guatemalan2930.2%
Guyanese470.0%
Haitian1380.1%
Honduran890.1%
Hungarian4250.3%
Indian (Asian)3730.3%
Iraqi240.0%
Irish15,11711.9%
Iroquois4930.4%
Israeli80.0%
Italian15,65012.3%
Jamaican850.1%
Japanese220.0%
Korean2570.2%
Laotian40.0%
Latvian20.0%
Lebanese710.1%
Lithuanian1500.1%
Lumbee80.0%
Malaysian800.1%
Mexican8580.7%
Mexican American Indian800.1%
Mongolian60.0%
Native Hawaiian260.0%
Navajo360.0%
New Zealander30.0%
Nicaraguan90.0%
Nigerian300.0%
Northern European520.0%
Norwegian6280.5%
Ottawa20.0%
Pakistani160.0%
Palestinian280.0%
Panamanian40.0%
Pennsylvania German4000.3%
Peruvian630.1%
Polish10,7148.4%
Portuguese1110.1%
Puerto Rican7,2495.7%
Romanian270.0%
Russian5960.5%
Salvadoran3080.2%
Samoan80.0%
Scandinavian7760.6%
Scotch-Irish8970.7%
Scottish1,7311.4%
Serbian540.0%
Sierra Leonean50.0%
Sioux170.0%
Slavic250.0%
Slovak1970.2%
Slovene1610.1%
South African90.0%
South American4470.4%
Spaniard600.1%
Spanish190.0%
Sri Lankan1510.1%
Subsaharan African1270.1%
Swedish11,6539.1%
Swiss4730.4%
Syrian360.0%
Thai2080.2%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian760.1%
Turkish120.0%
Ukrainian4220.3%
Uruguayan100.0%
Venezuelan1710.1%
Welsh9270.7%
West Indian1730.1%
Yugoslavian530.0%
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Immigrants in Chautauqua County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chautauqua County came from Latin America (1,261 | 1.0%), Europe (842 | 0.7%), Asia (564 | 0.4%), Caribbean (536 | 0.4%), and South America (431 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Chautauqua County residents.
Immigrants in Chautauqua County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa590.1%
Argentina240.0%
Asia5640.4%
Australia420.0%
Austria20.0%
Bangladesh140.0%
Belgium420.0%
Brazil330.0%
Cambodia50.0%
Canada3250.3%
Caribbean5360.4%
Central America2940.2%
Chile140.0%
China1690.1%
Colombia710.1%
Cuba240.0%
Denmark340.0%
Dominican Republic2850.2%
Eastern Africa50.0%
Eastern Asia2200.2%
Eastern Europe2110.2%
Ecuador260.0%
El Salvador550.0%
England640.1%
Ethiopia50.0%
Europe8420.7%
France200.0%
Germany1410.1%
Ghana20.0%
Guatemala1530.1%
Guyana370.0%
Haiti1180.1%
Hong Kong310.0%
Hungary60.0%
India960.1%
Iran110.0%
Israel10.0%
Italy1320.1%
Jamaica410.0%
Japan40.0%
Korea470.0%
Laos460.0%
Latin America1,2611.0%
Lebanon160.0%
Liberia80.0%
Mexico860.1%
Netherlands180.0%
Nigeria170.0%
Northern Europe2350.2%
Oceania450.0%
Pakistan110.0%
Peru630.1%
Philippines240.0%
Portugal60.0%
Romania50.0%
Russia1380.1%
Scotland30.0%
Senegal60.0%
South Africa210.0%
South America4310.3%
South Central Asia1340.1%
South Eastern Asia1630.1%
Southern Europe1530.1%
Spain150.0%
Sweden120.0%
Switzerland200.0%
Taiwan390.0%
Thailand100.0%
Trinidad and Tobago680.1%
Turkey120.0%
Ukraine560.0%
Uruguay100.0%
Venezuela1530.1%
Vietnam780.1%
Western Africa330.0%
Western Asia290.0%
Western Europe2430.2%
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Sex and Age in Chautauqua County

Sex and Age in Chautauqua County

The most populous age groups in Chautauqua County are 60 to 64 Years (4,936 | 7.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (4,806 | 7.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,350 (5.3%)3,265 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years3,745 (5.9%)3,480 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years3,714 (5.9%)3,663 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years4,383 (6.9%)4,310 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Years4,275 (6.7%)3,851 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years3,772 (5.9%)3,302 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Years3,679 (5.8%)3,568 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Years3,588 (5.7%)3,810 (6.0%)
40 to 44 Years3,633 (5.7%)3,146 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years3,564 (5.6%)3,601 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years4,052 (6.4%)4,005 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years4,659 (7.3%)4,758 (7.4%)
60 to 64 Years4,936 (7.8%)4,806 (7.5%)
65 to 69 Years4,351 (6.9%)4,452 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years3,174 (5.0%)3,384 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years2,165 (3.4%)2,402 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years1,134 (1.8%)1,708 (2.7%)
85 Years and over1,322 (2.1%)2,433 (3.8%)
Total63,496 (100.0%)63,944 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chautauqua County

Median Family Size in Chautauqua County

The median family size in Chautauqua County is 2.92 persons per family, with single female/mother families (6,160 | 19.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2,489 | 7.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.72 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chautauqua County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple22,942 (72.6%)2.91
Single Male/Father2,489 (7.9%)2.72
Single Female/Mother6,160 (19.5%)3.04
Total Families31,591 (100.0%)2.92

Median Household Size in Chautauqua County

The median household size in Chautauqua County is 2.29 persons per household, with single female/mother households (6,160 | 11.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.31 persons per household. non-family households (21,814 | 40.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chautauqua County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple22,942 (43.0%)2.93
Single Male/Father2,489 (4.7%)3.27
Single Female/Mother6,160 (11.5%)3.31
Non-family21,814 (40.8%)1.21
Total Households53,405 (100.0%)2.29

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chautauqua County

Out of a total of 53,405 households in Chautauqua County, 31,591 (59.2%) are family households, while 21,814 (40.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 15,620, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 18,391.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chautauqua County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-18,391 (34.4%)
2-Person Households15,620 (29.2%)2,890 (5.4%)
3-Person Households6,950 (13.0%)391 (0.7%)
4-Person Households5,295 (9.9%)109 (0.2%)
5-Person Households2,188 (4.1%)33 (0.1%)
6-Person Households967 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households571 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total31,591 (59.2%)21,814 (40.8%)

Female Fertility in Chautauqua County

Fertility by Age in Chautauqua County

Average fertility rate in Chautauqua County is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 104.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years89 (6.1%)21.0
20 to 34 years1,114 (76.5%)104.0
35 to 50 years254 (17.4%)22.0
Total1,457 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chautauqua County

55.7% of women with births (1,457) in Chautauqua County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 15.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chautauqua County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)89 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years595 (53.4%)519 (46.6%)
35 to 50 years216 (85.0%)38 (15.0%)
Total812 (55.7%)645 (44.3%)

Fertility by Education in Chautauqua County

Average fertility rate in Chautauqua County is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 73.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 29.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chautauqua County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School296 (20.3%)73.0
High School Diploma423 (29.0%)66.0
College or Associate's Degree306 (21.0%)34.0
Bachelor's Degree265 (18.2%)66.0
Graduate Degree167 (11.5%)57.0
Total1,457 (100.0%)55.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chautauqua County

44.3% of women with births in Chautauqua County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 94.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 67.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chautauqua County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School112 (37.8%)184 (62.2%)
High School Diploma139 (32.9%)284 (67.1%)
College or Associate's Degree187 (61.1%)119 (38.9%)
Bachelor's Degree216 (81.5%)49 (18.5%)
Graduate Degree157 (94.0%)10 (6.0%)
Total812 (55.7%)645 (44.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Chautauqua County

Employment by Class of Employer in Chautauqua County

Among the 53,861 employed individuals in Chautauqua County, private company employees (31,941 | 59.3%), not-for-profit organizations (6,258 | 11.6%), and local government employees (6,061 | 11.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chautauqua County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees31,94159.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,5973.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3,5966.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations6,25811.6%
Local Government Employees6,06111.3%
State Government Employees3,7316.9%
Federal Government Employees6241.2%
Unpaid Family Workers530.1%
Total53,861100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chautauqua County

According to the labor force statistics for Chautauqua County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (104,792), 55.7% or 58,369 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 3,152 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 79.3% or 11,242 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.5% or 776 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years3,144 (43.3%)409 (13.0%)
20 to 24 Years5,745 (70.7%)776 (13.5%)
25 to 29 Years5,440 (76.9%)424 (7.8%)
30 to 34 Years5,696 (78.6%)336 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years11,242 (79.3%)326 (2.9%)
45 to 54 Years11,782 (77.4%)365 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years6,253 (66.4%)238 (3.8%)
60 to 64 Years5,056 (51.9%)212 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,441 (22.4%)58 (1.7%)
75 Years and over558 (5.0%)12 (2.1%)
Total58,369 (55.7%)3,152 (5.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chautauqua County

According to labor force statistics for Chautauqua County, 72.3% of individuals (45,462) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (62,879) are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 1,909 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 84.6% or 13,365 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.1% or 281 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chautauqua County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3,087 (45.6%)616 (9.1%)
High School Diploma13,245 (67.6%)1,176 (6.0%)
College / Associate Degree15,746 (76.0%)953 (4.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13,365 (84.6%)126 (0.8%)
Total45,462 (72.3%)2,641 (4.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chautauqua County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chautauqua County are Community & Social Service (6,945 | 12.6%), Management (5,138 | 9.3%), Education Instruction & Library (3,976 | 7.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,299 | 6.0%), and Health Technologists (2,202 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chautauqua County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chautauqua County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (81.6%), Computers & Mathematics (78.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (76.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.1%), Health Technologists (82.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (73.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chautauqua County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3,014 (58.7%)2,124 (41.3%)
Business & Financial630 (37.9%)1,033 (62.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,376 (76.5%)423 (23.5%)
Computers & Mathematics446 (78.0%)126 (22.0%)
Architecture & Engineering706 (81.6%)159 (18.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science224 (61.9%)138 (38.1%)
Community & Social Service 2,312 (33.3%)4,633 (66.7%)
Education, Arts & Media598 (33.7%)1,176 (66.3%)
Legal Services & Support312 (72.7%)117 (27.3%)
Education Instruction & Library1,072 (27.0%)2,904 (73.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment330 (43.1%)436 (56.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating525 (15.9%)2,774 (84.1%)
Health Technologists395 (17.9%)1,807 (82.1%)
Total (Category)7,857 (41.7%)10,987 (58.3%)
Total (Overall)28,646 (51.9%)26,530 (48.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chautauqua County are Food Preparation & Serving (3,540 | 6.4%), Healthcare Support (2,237 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,032 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (1,899 | 3.4%), and Personal Care & Service (1,292 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Chautauqua County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chautauqua County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (91.0%), Security & Protection (77.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (64.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (84.6%), Personal Care & Service (72.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chautauqua County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support345 (15.4%)1,892 (84.6%)
Security & Protection1,462 (77.0%)437 (23.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention563 (61.8%)348 (38.2%)
Law Enforcement899 (91.0%)89 (9.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,394 (39.4%)2,146 (60.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,314 (64.7%)718 (35.3%)
Personal Care & Service359 (27.8%)933 (72.2%)
Total (Category)4,874 (44.3%)6,126 (55.7%)
Total (Overall)28,646 (51.9%)26,530 (48.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chautauqua County are Office & Administration (5,657 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (4,752 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chautauqua County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chautauqua County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,127 (44.8%)2,625 (55.2%)
Office & Administration1,236 (21.8%)4,421 (78.1%)
Total (Category)3,363 (32.3%)7,046 (67.7%)
Total (Overall)28,646 (51.9%)26,530 (48.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chautauqua County are Construction & Extraction (2,671 | 4.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,866 | 3.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (387 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chautauqua County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chautauqua County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry297 (76.7%)90 (23.3%)
Construction & Extraction2,526 (94.6%)145 (5.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,751 (93.8%)115 (6.2%)
Total (Category)4,574 (92.9%)350 (7.1%)
Total (Overall)28,646 (51.9%)26,530 (48.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chautauqua County are Production (5,517 | 10.0%), Transportation (2,385 | 4.3%), and Material Moving (2,097 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chautauqua County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chautauqua County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4,269 (77.4%)1,248 (22.6%)
Transportation1,957 (82.1%)428 (17.9%)
Material Moving1,752 (83.6%)345 (16.5%)
Total (Category)7,978 (79.8%)2,021 (20.2%)
Total (Overall)28,646 (51.9%)26,530 (48.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chautauqua County

Employment Industries in Chautauqua County

The major employment industries in Chautauqua County include Manufacturing (9,273 | 16.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (8,853 | 16.1%), Educational Services (6,478 | 11.7%), Retail Trade (6,071 | 11.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (4,159 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries in Chautauqua County

Employment Industries by Sex in Chautauqua County

The Chautauqua County industries that see more men than women are Construction (92.2%), Utilities (86.1%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (81.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.4%), Finance & Insurance (75.4%), and Educational Services (68.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chautauqua County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting907 (81.4%)207 (18.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction45 (80.4%)11 (19.6%)
Construction2,937 (92.2%)250 (7.8%)
Manufacturing7,000 (75.5%)2,273 (24.5%)
Wholesale Trade801 (72.5%)304 (27.5%)
Retail Trade2,734 (45.0%)3,337 (55.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,385 (77.2%)410 (22.8%)
Utilities414 (86.1%)67 (13.9%)
Information231 (40.0%)346 (60.0%)
Finance & Insurance278 (24.6%)852 (75.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing296 (56.8%)225 (43.2%)
Professional & Scientific951 (61.1%)606 (38.9%)
Enterprise Management12 (46.2%)14 (53.8%)
Administrative & Support1,414 (71.9%)553 (28.1%)
Educational Services2,043 (31.5%)4,435 (68.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,732 (19.6%)7,121 (80.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation519 (59.5%)354 (40.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,856 (44.6%)2,303 (55.4%)
Public Administration1,782 (55.3%)1,439 (44.7%)
Total28,646 (51.9%)26,530 (48.1%)

Education in Chautauqua County

School Enrollment in Chautauqua County

The most common levels of schooling among the 27,215 students in Chautauqua County are college / undergraduate (6,233 | 22.9%), high school (5,840 | 21.5%), and middle school (5,797 | 21.3%).
School Enrollment in Chautauqua County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,3825.1%
Kindergarten1,3675.0%
Elementary School5,50520.2%
Middle School5,79721.3%
High School5,84021.5%
College / Undergraduate6,23322.9%
Graduate / Professional1,0914.0%
Total27,215100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chautauqua County

Out of a total of 27,215 students who are enrolled in schools in Chautauqua County, 3,021 (11.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 24,194 (88.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 404 (44.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 4,050 (92.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chautauqua County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds867 (82.5%)184 (17.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old6,173 (91.3%)591 (8.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds6,296 (88.7%)801 (11.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds4,050 (92.9%)311 (7.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds2,517 (91.4%)236 (8.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds2,951 (87.6%)418 (12.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds847 (92.5%)69 (7.5%)
35 Years and over500 (55.3%)404 (44.7%)
Total24,194 (88.9%)3,021 (11.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chautauqua County

Education (5,179 | 22.0%), business (3,087 | 13.1%), science & technology (2,511 | 10.7%), social sciences (1,602 | 6.8%), and arts & humanities (1,494 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 23,518 individuals in Chautauqua County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chautauqua County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics7843.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,4616.2%
Physical & Health Sciences7433.2%
Psychology1,4306.1%
Social Sciences1,6026.8%
Engineering9304.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies1350.6%
Science & Technology2,51110.7%
Business3,08713.1%
Education5,17922.0%
Literature & Languages1,0154.3%
Liberal Arts & History1,2505.3%
Visual & Performing Arts1,1374.8%
Communications7603.2%
Arts & Humanities1,4946.4%
Total23,518100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chautauqua County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chautauqua County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chautauqua County are males with 2 vehicles (12,480, accounting for 44.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (10,801, making up 49.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chautauqua County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,661 (5.9%)1,164 (4.6%)
1 Vehicle5,907 (21.1%)6,360 (25.1%)
2 Vehicles12,480 (44.6%)10,801 (42.6%)
3 Vehicles5,334 (19.1%)4,990 (19.7%)
4 Vehicles1,676 (6.0%)1,421 (5.6%)
5 or more Vehicles913 (3.3%)632 (2.5%)
Total27,971 (100.0%)25,368 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chautauqua County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chautauqua County are 5 to 9 minutes (10,323 commuters, 20.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (9,937 commuters, 19.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (7,961 commuters, 15.7%).
Commute Time in Chautauqua County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4,0488.0%
5 to 9 Minutes10,32320.4%
10 to 14 Minutes9,93719.6%
15 to 19 Minutes7,96115.7%
20 to 24 Minutes5,36710.6%
25 to 29 Minutes2,4044.8%
30 to 34 Minutes3,8777.7%
35 to 39 Minutes1,0932.2%
40 to 44 Minutes1,0932.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2,3794.7%
60 to 89 Minutes1,2182.4%
90 or more Minutes8851.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Chautauqua County

The most common commute times in Chautauqua County are 10 to 14 minutes (5,487 commuters, 20.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (5,076 commuters, 21.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chautauqua County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2,091 (7.8%)1,957 (8.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes5,247 (19.6%)5,076 (21.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes5,487 (20.5%)4,450 (18.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes3,935 (14.7%)4,026 (16.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes2,822 (10.6%)2,545 (10.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,061 (4.0%)1,343 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,188 (8.2%)1,689 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes363 (1.4%)730 (3.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes645 (2.4%)448 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,382 (5.2%)997 (4.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes879 (3.3%)339 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes614 (2.3%)271 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chautauqua County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chautauqua County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,193, 11.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (4,034, 16.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chautauqua County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2,177 (8.2%)747 (3.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM878 (3.3%)450 (1.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2,134 (8.0%)1,001 (4.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2,726 (10.2%)1,633 (6.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,102 (11.6%)2,282 (9.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,193 (11.9%)3,647 (15.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM3,037 (11.4%)4,034 (16.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2,091 (7.8%)2,620 (11.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM919 (3.4%)1,467 (6.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM919 (3.4%)1,148 (4.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM569 (2.1%)611 (2.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM492 (1.8%)328 (1.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,418 (9.0%)2,381 (10.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,059 (7.7%)1,522 (6.4%)
Total26,714 (100.0%)23,871 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chautauqua County

Occupancy by Ownership in Chautauqua County

Of the total 53,405 dwellings in Chautauqua County, owner-occupied units account for 36,891 (69.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 16,514 (30.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chautauqua County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units36,89169.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units16,51430.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units53,405100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chautauqua County

Occupancy by Household Size in Chautauqua County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household18,39134.4%
2-Person Household18,51034.7%
3-Person Household7,34113.8%
4+ Person Household9,16317.2%
Total Housing Units53,405100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chautauqua County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chautauqua County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household10,404 (56.6%)7,987 (43.4%)
2-Person Household14,495 (78.3%)4,015 (21.7%)
3-Person Household5,503 (75.0%)1,838 (25.0%)
4+ Person Household6,489 (70.8%)2,674 (29.2%)
Total Housing Units36,891 (69.1%)16,514 (30.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chautauqua County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chautauqua County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2,500 (53.1%)2,211 (46.9%)
High School Diploma10,945 (63.8%)6,199 (36.2%)
College/Associate Degree12,804 (70.7%)5,316 (29.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher10,642 (79.2%)2,788 (20.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chautauqua County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chautauqua County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8,22015.4%
35 to 44 Years7,52714.1%
45 to 54 Years9,08617.0%
55 to 64 Years11,59821.7%
65 to 74 Years9,68118.1%
75 to 84 Years5,0779.5%
85 Years and Over2,2164.2%
Total53,405100.0%

Housing Finances in Chautauqua County

Median Income by Occupancy in Chautauqua County

Median Income by Occupancy in Chautauqua County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied36,891 (69.1%)$70,408
Renter-Occupied16,514 (30.9%)$28,236
Average53,405 (100.0%)$54,625

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chautauqua County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chautauqua County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000804 (2.2%)993 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $9,999594 (1.6%)980 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,091 (3.0%)2,097 (12.7%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,228 (3.3%)1,740 (10.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,623 (4.4%)1,410 (8.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,847 (7.7%)2,344 (14.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,486 (12.2%)2,435 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,752 (18.3%)2,728 (16.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,801 (15.7%)839 (5.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9997,140 (19.4%)797 (4.8%)
$150,000 or more4,525 (12.3%)151 (0.9%)
Total36,891 (100.0%)16,514 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chautauqua County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chautauqua County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,478 (6.7%)513 (3.1%)
$300 to $4997,006 (19.0%)1,698 (10.3%)
$500 to $7999,617 (26.1%)6,285 (38.1%)
$800 to $9994,955 (13.4%)3,549 (21.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4997,305 (19.8%)2,537 (15.4%)
$1,500 to $1,9993,051 (8.3%)549 (3.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,356 (3.7%)99 (0.6%)
$2,500 to $2,999505 (1.4%)5 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more618 (1.7%)163 (1.0%)
Total36,891 (100.0%)16,514 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chautauqua County

Housing Structures in Chautauqua County

Housing Structures in Chautauqua County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached37,15969.6%
Single Unit, Attached8601.6%
2 Unit Apartments5,86411.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,3664.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,2312.3%
10 or more Apartments2,7655.2%
Mobile Home / Other3,1605.9%
Total53,405100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chautauqua County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chautauqua County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached32,797 (88.3%)4,362 (11.7%)
Single Unit, Attached249 (28.9%)611 (71.1%)
2 Unit Apartments1,231 (21.0%)4,633 (79.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments78 (3.3%)2,288 (96.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments45 (3.7%)1,186 (96.3%)
10 or more Apartments113 (4.1%)2,652 (95.9%)
Mobile Home / Other2,378 (75.2%)782 (24.7%)
Total36,891 (69.1%)16,514 (30.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chautauqua County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chautauqua County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room109 (0.3%)713 (4.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms831 (2.2%)3,149 (19.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms8,400 (22.8%)7,416 (44.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms14,765 (40.0%)3,674 (22.3%)
8 or more Rooms12,786 (34.7%)1,562 (9.5%)
Total36,891 (100.0%)16,514 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chautauqua County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chautauqua County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas25,497 (69.1%)9,715 (58.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4,044 (11.0%)772 (4.7%)
Electricity3,417 (9.3%)5,020 (30.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,031 (2.8%)445 (2.7%)
Coal or Coke88 (0.2%)6 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2,719 (7.4%)326 (2.0%)
No Fuel Used95 (0.3%)230 (1.4%)
Total36,891 (100.0%)16,514 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chautauqua County

Household Vehicle Usage in Chautauqua County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,727 (4.7%)4,575 (27.7%)
1 Vehicle11,617 (31.5%)8,121 (49.2%)
2 Vehicles15,672 (42.5%)3,271 (19.8%)
3 or more Vehicles7,875 (21.3%)547 (3.3%)
Total36,891 (100.0%)16,514 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chautauqua County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chautauqua County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units18,07818,813
Median Property Value$99,600$121,700
Median Household Income$54,350$3,239
Monthly Housing Costs$496$589
Real Estate Taxes$2,493$447

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chautauqua County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chautauqua County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002,775 (15.3%)1,356 (7.2%)
$50,000 to $99,9996,319 (34.9%)5,930 (31.5%)
$100,000 to $299,9997,803 (43.2%)9,840 (52.3%)
$300,000 to $499,999698 (3.9%)1,138 (6.0%)
$500,000 to $749,999203 (1.1%)289 (1.5%)
$750,000 to $999,999205 (1.1%)116 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more75 (0.4%)144 (0.8%)
Total18,078 (100.0%)18,813 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chautauqua County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chautauqua County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,062 (5.9%)761 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,599 (14.4%)336 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,886 (10.4%)1,343 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,762 (15.3%)961 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,446 (19.1%)1,724 (9.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,684 (14.8%)3,306 (17.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,353 (13.0%)3,117 (16.6%)
$150,000 or more1,286 (7.1%)4,787 (25.5%)
Total18,078 (100.0%)18,813 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chautauqua County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chautauqua County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x9,477 (52.4%)88,819 (472.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,180 (17.6%)12,587 (66.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,700 (9.4%)2,837 (15.1%)
4.0x or more3,497 (19.3%)1,143 (6.1%)
Total18,078 (100.0%)18,813 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chautauqua County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chautauqua County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,323 (7.3%)96 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4993,367 (18.6%)718 (3.8%)
$800 to $1,49912,437 (68.8%)2,326 (12.4%)
Total18,078 (100.0%)18,813 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chautauqua County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chautauqua County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years7,443 (93.2%)539 (6.8%)
6 to 18 Years18,549 (93.8%)1,237 (6.2%)
19 to 25 Years10,466 (91.3%)1,001 (8.7%)
26 to 34 Years11,288 (90.1%)1,240 (9.9%)
35 to 44 Years13,085 (93.9%)847 (6.1%)
45 to 54 Years14,096 (93.0%)1,061 (7.0%)
55 to 64 Years18,208 (95.4%)876 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years15,118 (99.7%)50 (0.3%)
75 Years and older10,536 (99.9%)15 (0.1%)
Total118,789 (94.5%)6,866 (5.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chautauqua County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chautauqua County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born7,443 (93.2%)539 (6.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen18,549 (93.8%)1,237 (6.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen10,466 (91.3%)1,001 (8.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chautauqua County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chautauqua County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00019,261 (94.4%)1,143 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $49,99922,671 (92.5%)1,832 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99921,069 (94.1%)1,322 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99916,378 (94.7%)921 (5.3%)
$100,000 and over36,155 (96.1%)1,467 (3.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chautauqua County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,276 (53.6%)3,820 (47.9%)
6 to 18 Years9,245 (46.7%)11,076 (56.0%)
19 to 25 Years3,777 (32.9%)7,460 (65.1%)
25 to 34 Years5,215 (41.6%)6,687 (53.4%)
35 to 44 Years4,399 (31.6%)9,389 (67.4%)
45 to 54 Years4,282 (28.2%)10,627 (70.1%)
55 to 64 Years5,791 (30.3%)14,020 (73.5%)
65 to 74 Years14,759 (97.3%)8,725 (57.5%)
75 Years and over10,493 (99.5%)6,521 (61.8%)
Total62,237 (49.5%)78,325 (62.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chautauqua County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chautauqua County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1,004 (10.2%)795 (8.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,546 (11.7%)1,760 (13.8%)
35 to 64 Years4,100 (17.0%)4,045 (16.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,996 (26.9%)1,824 (23.5%)
75 Years and over2,151 (48.3%)2,831 (46.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chautauqua County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chautauqua County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years26 (0.3%)77 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years208 (1.6%)80 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years1,211 (5.0%)548 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years891 (12.0%)504 (6.5%)
75 Years and over1,514 (34.0%)1,196 (19.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chautauqua County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years133 (1.3%)219 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years154 (1.2%)261 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years455 (1.9%)614 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years380 (5.1%)397 (5.1%)
75 Years and over329 (7.4%)747 (12.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chautauqua County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years819 (8.3%)491 (5.3%)
18 to 34 Years1,110 (8.4%)1,147 (9.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,482 (6.1%)1,575 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years545 (7.3%)451 (5.8%)
75 Years and over563 (12.6%)692 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chautauqua County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years29 (0.3%)113 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years192 (1.5%)349 (2.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,080 (8.6%)2,369 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years993 (13.4%)1,219 (15.7%)
75 Years and over1,137 (25.5%)1,851 (30.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chautauqua County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years205 (2.1%)149 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years123 (0.9%)96 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years699 (2.9%)623 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years343 (4.6%)421 (5.4%)
75 Years and over401 (9.0%)858 (14.1%)

Technology Access in Chautauqua County

Computing Device Access in Chautauqua County

Computing Device Access in Chautauqua County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop38,10471.4%
Smartphone42,17479.0%
Tablet30,80557.7%
No Computing Device5,52610.3%
Total53,405100.0%

Internet Access in Chautauqua County

Internet Access in Chautauqua County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet3060.6%
Broadband Home37,06369.4%
Cellular Data Only5,50010.3%
Satellite Internet3,3486.3%
No Internet8,20915.4%
Total53,405100.0%

Chautauqua County Summary

Chautauqua County, New York is located in the westernmost part of the state, bordering Lake Erie and the Canadian province of Ontario. It is part of the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area and is home to a population of 134,905 people as of the 2010 census. The county seat is Mayville, and the largest city is Jamestown.

History

Chautauqua County was formed in 1808 from parts of Genesee County and Ontario County. It was named after the Chautauqua Lake, which was named after the Chautauqua Institution, a religious and educational center founded in 1874. The county was originally home to the Seneca Nation of the Iroquois Confederacy, and the area was later settled by European immigrants.
The county was an important center of the Underground Railroad, with many Quaker families providing shelter and assistance to escaped slaves. During the Civil War, the county was a major supplier of food and other supplies to the Union Army.

Geography

Chautauqua County covers an area of 1,065 square miles and is located in the western part of New York State. It is bordered by Lake Erie to the west, Cattaraugus County to the east, Erie County to the north, and Pennsylvania to the south. The county is divided into two parts by Chautauqua Lake, which is the largest natural lake in the state.
The terrain of the county is generally flat, with rolling hills in the east and south. The highest point in the county is the summit of Mount Baldy, which has an elevation of 1,890 feet. The county is home to several state parks, including Allegany State Park, Chautauqua Gorge State Park, and Long Point State Park.

Economy

The economy of Chautauqua County is largely based on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is home to several large agricultural operations, including dairy farms, vineyards, and fruit orchards. The manufacturing sector is dominated by the production of furniture, plastics, and metal products.
Tourism is an important part of the county’s economy, with visitors drawn to the area’s many lakes, parks, and historic sites. The Chautauqua Institution is a popular destination, as is the nearby Chautauqua Lake.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Chautauqua County was 134,905. The racial makeup of the county was 94.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in the county was $45,945, and the median family income was $54,945. The per capita income was $22,945. About 11.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Chautauqua County is home to a diverse population, with a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds. The county is home to several churches, including the First Presbyterian Church of Jamestown, the First Baptist Church of Mayville, and the St. James Catholic Church of Dunkirk. The county is also home to several museums, including the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History and the Chautauqua County Historical Society.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Chautauqua County?
Per Capita income in Chautauqua County is $30,718.
What is the Median Family Income in Chautauqua County?
Median Family Income in Chautauqua County is $73,650.
What is the Median Household income in Chautauqua County?
Median Household Income in Chautauqua County is $54,625.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chautauqua County?
Income or Wage Gap in Chautauqua County is 28.8%.
Women in Chautauqua County earn 71.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Chautauqua County?
Family Income Deficit in Chautauqua County is $10,592.
Families that are below poverty line in Chautauqua County earn $10,592 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chautauqua County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chautauqua County is 0.45.
What is the Total Population of Chautauqua County?
Total Population of Chautauqua County is 127,440.
What is the Total Male Population of Chautauqua County?
Total Male Population of Chautauqua County is 63,496.
What is the Total Female Population of Chautauqua County?
Total Female Population of Chautauqua County is 63,944.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chautauqua County?
There are 99.30 Males per 100 Females in Chautauqua County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chautauqua County?
There are 100.71 Females per 100 Males in Chautauqua County.
What is the Median Population Age in Chautauqua County?
Median Population Age in Chautauqua County is 42.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chautauqua County
Average Family Size in Chautauqua County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chautauqua County
Average Household Size in Chautauqua County is 2.3 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chautauqua County?
There are 58,369 People in the Labor Forcein in Chautauqua County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chautauqua County?
55.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Chautauqua County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chautauqua County?
Unemployment Rate in Chautauqua County is 5.4%.