Lewis County, NY
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Lewis County Overview
26,690
TOTAL POPULATION
13,520
MALE POPULATION
13,170
FEMALE POPULATION
102.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,127
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,104
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$64,401
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,026
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,616
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Lewis County Area Codes
Race in Lewis County
The most populous races in Lewis County are White / Caucasian (25,428 | 95.3%), Two or more Races (727 | 2.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (439 | 1.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 60 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 290 | 1.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 439 | 1.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 21 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 25,428 | 95.3% |
| Two or more Races | 727 | 2.7% |
| Some other Race | 164 | 0.6% |
| Total | 26,690 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Lewis County
The most populous ancestries reported in Lewis County are German (6,207 | 23.3%), Irish (3,794 | 14.2%), English (2,651 | 9.9%), French (2,440 | 9.1%), and American (1,997 | 7.5%), together accounting for 64.0% of all Lewis County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 4 | 0.0% |
| Albanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Alsatian | 5 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,997 | 7.5% |
| Arab | 81 | 0.3% |
| Argentinean | 5 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 9 | 0.0% |
| British | 51 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 19 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 183 | 0.7% |
| Central American | 16 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 4 | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 4 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 55 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 38 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 9 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 386 | 1.5% |
| Eastern European | 29 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,651 | 9.9% |
| European | 330 | 1.2% |
| Finnish | 12 | 0.0% |
| French | 2,440 | 9.1% |
| French Canadian | 729 | 2.7% |
| German | 6,207 | 23.3% |
| Ghanaian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 24 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Guyanese | 9 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 11 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 301 | 1.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 14 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 3,794 | 14.2% |
| Iroquois | 31 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 1,110 | 4.2% |
| Jamaican | 22 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 54 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 81 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 94 | 0.4% |
| Northern European | 39 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 144 | 0.5% |
| Pennsylvania German | 85 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 1,545 | 5.8% |
| Portuguese | 30 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 256 | 1.0% |
| Romanian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 87 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 90 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 108 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 389 | 1.5% |
| Serbian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 9 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 23 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 2 | 0.0% |
| South American | 13 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 1 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 15 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 14 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 4 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 109 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 366 | 1.4% |
| Thai | 52 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 59 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 204 | 0.8% |
| Yugoslavian | 7 | 0.0% | View All 72 Rows |
Immigrants in Lewis County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lewis County came from Europe (140 | 0.5%), Latin America (100 | 0.4%), Western Europe (89 | 0.3%), Germany (69 | 0.3%), and Central America (49 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.7% of all Lewis County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Argentina | 5 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 40 | 0.2% |
| Australia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Belarus | 8 | 0.0% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 9 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 25 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 49 | 0.2% |
| China | 11 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 17 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 21 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 25 | 0.1% |
| England | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 140 | 0.5% |
| France | 10 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 69 | 0.3% |
| Guyana | 13 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 4 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 11 | 0.0% |
| India | 1 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 7 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 4 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 7 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 100 | 0.4% |
| Mexico | 38 | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | 7 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 19 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 6 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 15 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 4 | 0.0% |
| South America | 26 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 15 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 7 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 89 | 0.3% | View All 41 Rows |
Sex and Age in Lewis County
Sex and Age in Lewis County
The most populous age groups in Lewis County are 60 to 64 Years (1,219 | 9.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,113 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 794 (5.9%) | 817 (6.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 712 (5.3%) | 754 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,032 (7.6%) | 869 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 886 (6.6%) | 872 (6.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 746 (5.5%) | 728 (5.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 745 (5.5%) | 747 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 776 (5.7%) | 701 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 721 (5.3%) | 748 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 797 (5.9%) | 714 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 779 (5.8%) | 715 (5.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 878 (6.5%) | 781 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 912 (6.8%) | 905 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,219 (9.0%) | 1,113 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 861 (6.4%) | 800 (6.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 692 (5.1%) | 718 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 404 (3.0%) | 523 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 365 (2.7%) | 250 (1.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 201 (1.5%) | 415 (3.2%) |
| Total | 13,520 (100.0%) | 13,170 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Lewis County
Median Family Size in Lewis County
The median family size in Lewis County is 2.93 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,747 | 78.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (639 | 8.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.69 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,747 (78.8%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 639 (8.8%) | 2.69 |
| Single Female/Mother | 910 (12.5%) | 2.79 |
| Total Families | 7,296 (100.0%) | 2.93 |
Median Household Size in Lewis County
The median household size in Lewis County is 2.46 persons per household, with single female/mother households (910 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.23 persons per household. non-family households (3,376 | 31.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,747 (53.8%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 639 (6.0%) | 3.17 |
| Single Female/Mother | 910 (8.5%) | 3.23 |
| Non-family | 3,376 (31.6%) | 1.22 |
| Total Households | 10,672 (100.0%) | 2.46 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lewis County
Out of a total of 10,672 households in Lewis County, 7,296 (68.4%) are family households, while 3,376 (31.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,477, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,713.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,713 (25.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,477 (32.6%) | 610 (5.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,175 (11.0%) | 33 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,531 (14.3%) | 20 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 752 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 268 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 93 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,296 (68.4%) | 3,376 (31.6%) |
Female Fertility in Lewis County
Fertility by Age in Lewis County
Average fertility rate in Lewis County is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 2 (0.6%) | 2.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 220 (69.0%) | 101.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 97 (30.4%) | 41.0 |
| Total | 319 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lewis County
90.6% of women with births (319) in Lewis County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 194 (88.2%) | 26 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 93 (95.9%) | 4 (4.1%) |
| Total | 289 (90.6%) | 30 (9.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Lewis County
Average fertility rate in Lewis County is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 133.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 16.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 31.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 15 (4.7%) | 16.0 |
| High School Diploma | 75 (23.5%) | 50.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 100 (31.4%) | 58.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 52 (16.3%) | 79.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 77 (24.1%) | 133.0 |
| Total | 319 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lewis County
9.4% of women with births in Lewis County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 18.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 61 (81.3%) | 14 (18.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 84 (84.0%) | 16 (16.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 77 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 289 (90.6%) | 30 (9.4%) |
Income in Lewis County
Income Overview in Lewis County
Per Capita Income in Lewis County is $31,127, while median incomes of families and households are $74,104 and $64,401 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 26,690 | $31,127 |
| Median Family Income | 7,296 | $74,104 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,296 | $87,008 |
| Median Household Income | 10,672 | $64,401 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,672 | $77,217 |
| Income Deficit | 7,296 | $11,026 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 26,690 | 28.61% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 26,690 | 71.39¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 26,690 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Lewis County
Average Earnings in Lewis County are $38,951, $45,164 for men and $32,244 for women, a difference of 28.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,254 (54.6%) | $45,164 |
| Female | 6,022 (45.4%) | $32,244 |
| Total | 13,276 (100.0%) | $38,951 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lewis County
The most common earnings brackets in Lewis County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (968 | 13.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (497 | 8.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 277 (3.8%) | 411 (6.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 221 (3.0%) | 235 (3.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 230 (3.2%) | 281 (4.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 243 (3.4%) | 137 (2.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 171 (2.4%) | 259 (4.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 156 (2.1%) | 181 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 147 (2.0%) | 212 (3.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 179 (2.5%) | 162 (2.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 109 (1.5%) | 200 (3.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 139 (1.9%) | 226 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 488 (6.7%) | 497 (8.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 493 (6.8%) | 472 (7.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 272 (3.7%) | 397 (6.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 485 (6.7%) | 406 (6.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 446 (6.1%) | 294 (4.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 365 (5.0%) | 257 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 839 (11.6%) | 315 (5.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 507 (7.0%) | 424 (7.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 968 (13.3%) | 433 (7.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 519 (7.1%) | 223 (3.7%) |
| Total | 7,254 (100.0%) | 6,022 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lewis County
Average earnings in Lewis County are $49,713 for men and $36,008 for women, a difference of 27.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $69,583, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,556. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,861, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,218.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $30,556 | $22,218 |
| High School Diploma | $43,472 | $27,489 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $58,355 | $38,818 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $64,167 | $38,029 |
| Graduate Degree | $69,583 | $69,861 |
| Total | $49,713 | $36,008 |
Family Income in Lewis County
Family Income Brackets in Lewis County
According to the Lewis County family income data, there are 1,510 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 109 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 233 | 3.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 109 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 460 | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 409 | 5.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 963 | 13.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,510 | 20.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,335 | 18.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,335 | 18.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 642 | 8.8% |
| $200,000+ | 292 | 4.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lewis County
4-person families (1,517 | 20.8%) account for the highest median family income in Lewis County with $91,074 per family, while 2-person families (3,666 | 50.2%) have the highest median income of $32,673 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,666 (50.2%) | $65,346 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,215 (16.7%) | $77,875 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,517 (20.8%) | $91,074 |
| 5-Person Families | 615 (8.4%) | $81,620 |
| 6-Person Families | 203 (2.8%) | $61,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 80 (1.1%) | $55,417 |
| Total | 7,296 (100.0%) | $74,104 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lewis County
The median family income in Lewis County is $74,104, with families comprising 3+ earners (731) having the highest median family income of $110,590, while families with no earners (1,413) have the lowest median family income of $46,007, accounting for 10.0% and 19.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,413 (19.4%) | $46,007 |
| 1 Earner | 2,178 (29.8%) | $55,768 |
| 2 Earners | 2,974 (40.8%) | $92,235 |
| 3+ Earners | 731 (10.0%) | $110,590 |
| Total | 7,296 (100.0%) | $74,104 |
Household Income in Lewis County
Household Income Brackets in Lewis County
With 2,081 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lewis County, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 342 households (3.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 523 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 384 | 3.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 950 | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 896 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,334 | 12.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,081 | 19.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,740 | 16.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,686 | 15.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 736 | 6.9% |
| $200,000+ | 342 | 3.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Lewis County
The median household income in Lewis County is $64,401, with the highest median household income of $76,993 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,917 households (27.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,205, with 381 households (3.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 381 (3.6%) | $44,205 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,917 (27.3%) | $76,993 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,196 (39.3%) | $71,918 |
| 65+ Years | 3,178 (29.8%) | $47,604 |
| Total | 10,672 (100.0%) | $64,401 |
Poverty in Lewis County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lewis County
With 12.2% poverty level for males and 14.0% for females among the residents of Lewis County, 6 to 11 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 231 males (23.5%) and 92 females (28.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 133 (16.9%) | 212 (26.5%) |
| 5 Years | 27 (17.5%) | 15 (14.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 231 (23.5%) | 196 (20.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 102 (17.9%) | 46 (8.5%) |
| 15 Years | 32 (20.6%) | 29 (11.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 24 (5.9%) | 92 (28.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 179 (16.7%) | 265 (25.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 138 (9.1%) | 221 (15.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 172 (11.4%) | 199 (13.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 225 (13.6%) | 164 (11.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 192 (9.0%) | 136 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (7.8%) | 83 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 66 (6.9%) | 160 (14.3%) |
| Total | 1,641 (12.2%) | 1,818 (14.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lewis County
According to the poverty statistics in Lewis County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.1% of males and 94.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 656 (83.1%) | 588 (73.5%) |
| 5 Years | 127 (82.5%) | 90 (85.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 751 (76.5%) | 740 (79.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 469 (82.1%) | 496 (91.5%) |
| 15 Years | 123 (79.3%) | 218 (88.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 381 (94.1%) | 235 (71.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 890 (83.3%) | 761 (74.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,371 (90.8%) | 1,227 (84.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,339 (88.6%) | 1,263 (86.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,430 (86.4%) | 1,323 (89.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,939 (91.0%) | 1,874 (93.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,426 (92.2%) | 1,406 (94.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 887 (93.1%) | 960 (85.7%) |
| Total | 11,789 (87.8%) | 11,181 (86.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lewis County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lewis County show that 5.7% or 326 of the total 5,747 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 37.0%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 116 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,375 (96.7%) | 116 (3.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,514 (92.8%) | 117 (7.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 498 (87.2%) | 73 (12.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 34 (63.0%) | 20 (37.0%) |
| Total | 5,421 (94.3%) | 326 (5.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lewis County
According to the poverty data in Lewis County, 12.4% or 79 single-father households and 31.4% or 286 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 16 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 6 (2.3%) | 85 (23.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 44 (15.3%) | 146 (34.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 13 (17.1%) | 51 (42.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 16 (100.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 79 (12.4%) | 286 (31.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lewis County
The poverty data for Lewis County shows that 326 of the married-couple family households (5.7%) and 365 of the single-parent households (23.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (37.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 116 (3.3%) | 91 (14.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 117 (7.2%) | 190 (26.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 73 (12.8%) | 64 (32.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 20 (37.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Total | 326 (5.7%) | 365 (23.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Lewis County
Employment by Class of Employer in Lewis County
Among the 11,676 employed individuals in Lewis County, private company employees (5,981 | 51.2%), local government employees (1,745 | 14.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,358 | 11.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,981 | 51.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 392 | 3.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,358 | 11.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 911 | 7.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,745 | 14.9% |
| State Government Employees | 804 | 6.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 466 | 4.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 19 | 0.2% |
| Total | 11,676 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Lewis County
According to the labor force statistics for Lewis County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (21,310), 59.2% or 12,616 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 656 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.2% or 2,569 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.7% or 146 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 548 (40.4%) | 62 (11.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,150 (78.0%) | 146 (12.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,204 (80.7%) | 20 (1.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,235 (83.6%) | 61 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,569 (86.2%) | 118 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,655 (84.2%) | 93 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,223 (67.3%) | 77 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,234 (52.9%) | 63 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 691 (22.5%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 106 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,616 (59.2%) | 656 (5.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lewis County
According to labor force statistics for Lewis County, 76.3% of individuals (10,111) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (13,251) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 435 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 84.4% or 2,241 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.4% or 49 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 583 (57.7%) | 85 (8.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,951 (71.6%) | 292 (5.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,344 (82.2%) | 155 (3.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,241 (84.4%) | 53 (2.0%) |
| Total | 10,111 (76.3%) | 570 (4.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Lewis County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lewis County are Community & Social Service (1,259 | 10.6%), Management (1,170 | 9.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (987 | 8.3%), Education Instruction & Library (799 | 6.7%), and Health Technologists (565 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lewis County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (77.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (73.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.0%), Education Instruction & Library (83.0%), and Health Technologists (82.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 743 (63.5%) | 427 (36.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 180 (55.4%) | 145 (44.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 275 (77.9%) | 78 (22.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 90 (73.8%) | 32 (26.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 148 (83.6%) | 29 (16.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 37 (68.5%) | 17 (31.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 381 (30.3%) | 878 (69.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 146 (50.5%) | 143 (49.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 27 (54.0%) | 23 (46.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 136 (17.0%) | 663 (83.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 72 (59.5%) | 49 (40.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 128 (13.0%) | 859 (87.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 101 (17.9%) | 464 (82.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,707 (41.7%) | 2,387 (58.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,480 (54.6%) | 5,391 (45.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Lewis County are Healthcare Support (577 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (560 | 4.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (465 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (301 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (216 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Lewis County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (90.6%), Security & Protection (90.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (89.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.1%), Healthcare Support (80.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 111 (19.2%) | 466 (80.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 195 (90.3%) | 21 (9.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 60 (89.5%) | 7 (10.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 135 (90.6%) | 14 (9.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 172 (37.0%) | 293 (63.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 361 (64.5%) | 199 (35.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 45 (14.9%) | 256 (85.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 884 (41.7%) | 1,235 (58.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,480 (54.6%) | 5,391 (45.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lewis County are Office & Administration (1,105 | 9.3%), and Sales & Related (984 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 450 (45.7%) | 534 (54.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 196 (17.7%) | 909 (82.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 646 (30.9%) | 1,443 (69.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,480 (54.6%) | 5,391 (45.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lewis County are Construction & Extraction (1,085 | 9.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (700 | 5.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (258 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 242 (93.8%) | 16 (6.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,080 (99.5%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 687 (98.1%) | 13 (1.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,009 (98.3%) | 34 (1.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,480 (54.6%) | 5,391 (45.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lewis County are Production (762 | 6.4%), Transportation (401 | 3.4%), and Material Moving (363 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 611 (80.2%) | 151 (19.8%) |
| Transportation | 347 (86.5%) | 54 (13.5%) |
| Material Moving | 276 (76.0%) | 87 (24.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,234 (80.9%) | 292 (19.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,480 (54.6%) | 5,391 (45.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Lewis County
Employment Industries in Lewis County
The major employment industries in Lewis County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,777 | 15.0%), Educational Services (1,343 | 11.3%), Construction (1,340 | 11.3%), Retail Trade (1,172 | 9.9%), and Manufacturing (1,145 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lewis County
The Lewis County industries that see more men than women are Construction (95.8%), Utilities (85.8%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (83.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (86.9%), and Educational Services (76.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 609 (83.8%) | 118 (16.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Construction | 1,284 (95.8%) | 56 (4.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 852 (74.4%) | 293 (25.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 148 (75.1%) | 49 (24.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 510 (43.5%) | 662 (56.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 245 (75.4%) | 80 (24.6%) |
| Utilities | 211 (85.8%) | 35 (14.2%) |
| Information | 150 (67.6%) | 72 (32.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 54 (26.9%) | 147 (73.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 84 (49.7%) | 85 (50.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 153 (51.3%) | 145 (48.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 168 (71.2%) | 68 (28.8%) |
| Educational Services | 318 (23.7%) | 1,025 (76.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 232 (13.1%) | 1,545 (86.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 186 (65.7%) | 97 (34.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 310 (50.6%) | 302 (49.3%) |
| Public Administration | 607 (62.8%) | 360 (37.2%) |
| Total | 6,480 (54.6%) | 5,391 (45.4%) |
Education in Lewis County
School Enrollment in Lewis County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,606 students in Lewis County are high school (1,497 | 26.7%), middle school (1,494 | 26.7%), and elementary school (1,206 | 21.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 207 | 3.7% |
| Kindergarten | 288 | 5.1% |
| Elementary School | 1,206 | 21.5% |
| Middle School | 1,494 | 26.7% |
| High School | 1,497 | 26.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 774 | 13.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 140 | 2.5% |
| Total | 5,606 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lewis County
Out of a total of 5,606 students who are enrolled in schools in Lewis County, 622 (11.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,984 (88.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 71 (38.4% 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 373 (96.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 177 (90.3%) | 19 (9.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,226 (90.9%) | 123 (9.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,639 (90.0%) | 181 (10.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,021 (93.7%) | 69 (6.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 373 (96.1%) | 15 (3.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 359 (76.7%) | 109 (23.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 114 (61.6%) | 71 (38.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 73 (66.4%) | 37 (33.6%) |
| Total | 4,984 (88.9%) | 622 (11.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lewis County
Education (883 | 23.1%), science & technology (494 | 12.9%), business (465 | 12.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (344 | 9.0%), and psychology (255 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 3,824 individuals in Lewis County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 63 | 1.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 344 | 9.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 160 | 4.2% |
| Psychology | 255 | 6.7% |
| Social Sciences | 199 | 5.2% |
| Engineering | 149 | 3.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.2% |
| Science & Technology | 494 | 12.9% |
| Business | 465 | 12.2% |
| Education | 883 | 23.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 173 | 4.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 141 | 3.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 246 | 6.4% |
| Communications | 65 | 1.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 180 | 4.7% |
| Total | 3,824 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Lewis County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lewis County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lewis County are males with 2 vehicles (2,927, accounting for 45.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,440, making up 56.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 127 (2.0%) | 52 (1.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 964 (15.1%) | 830 (15.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,927 (45.7%) | 2,440 (46.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,420 (22.2%) | 1,172 (22.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 617 (9.6%) | 444 (8.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 346 (5.4%) | 277 (5.3%) |
| Total | 6,401 (100.0%) | 5,215 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Lewis County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lewis County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,503 commuters, 13.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,442 commuters, 13.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,428 commuters, 13.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,286 | 11.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,341 | 12.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,503 | 13.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,428 | 13.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,442 | 13.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 500 | 4.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,051 | 9.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 190 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 330 | 3.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 811 | 7.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 524 | 4.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 437 | 4.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Lewis County
The most common commute times in Lewis County are 10 to 14 minutes (874 commuters, 14.7%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (752 commuters, 15.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 703 (11.8%) | 583 (11.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 631 (10.6%) | 710 (14.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 874 (14.7%) | 629 (12.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 690 (11.6%) | 738 (15.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 690 (11.6%) | 752 (15.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 307 (5.2%) | 193 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 562 (9.4%) | 489 (10.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 78 (1.3%) | 112 (2.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 217 (3.6%) | 113 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 453 (7.6%) | 358 (7.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 372 (6.2%) | 152 (3.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 377 (6.3%) | 60 (1.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lewis County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Lewis County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (917, 15.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (931, 19.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 611 (10.3%) | 123 (2.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 476 (8.0%) | 82 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 597 (10.0%) | 218 (4.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 917 (15.4%) | 468 (9.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 880 (14.8%) | 423 (8.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 479 (8.1%) | 836 (17.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 493 (8.3%) | 931 (19.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 370 (6.2%) | 705 (14.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 165 (2.8%) | 205 (4.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 140 (2.4%) | 204 (4.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 14 (0.2%) | 141 (2.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 63 (1.1%) | 40 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 454 (7.6%) | 310 (6.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 295 (5.0%) | 203 (4.2%) |
| Total | 5,954 (100.0%) | 4,889 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Lewis County
Occupancy by Ownership in Lewis County
Of the total 10,672 dwellings in Lewis County, owner-occupied units account for 8,620 (80.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,052 (19.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 8,620 | 80.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,052 | 19.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,672 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Lewis County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,713 | 25.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,087 | 38.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,208 | 11.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,664 | 25.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,672 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lewis County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,846 (68.0%) | 867 (32.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,553 (86.9%) | 534 (13.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 979 (81.0%) | 229 (19.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,242 (84.2%) | 422 (15.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 8,620 (80.8%) | 2,052 (19.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lewis County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 562 (66.0%) | 289 (34.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,529 (82.2%) | 763 (17.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,644 (81.1%) | 616 (18.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,885 (83.1%) | 384 (16.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,798 | 16.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,500 | 14.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,784 | 16.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,412 | 22.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,788 | 16.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 940 | 8.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 450 | 4.2% |
| Total | 10,672 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Lewis County
Median Income by Occupancy in Lewis County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 8,620 (80.8%) | $70,740 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,052 (19.2%) | $37,222 |
| Average | 10,672 (100.0%) | $64,401 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lewis County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 203 (2.4%) | 140 (6.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 127 (1.5%) | 53 (2.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 196 (2.3%) | 184 (9.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 249 (2.9%) | 135 (6.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 361 (4.2%) | 210 (10.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 674 (7.8%) | 224 (10.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,001 (11.6%) | 331 (16.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,734 (20.1%) | 342 (16.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,458 (16.9%) | 280 (13.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,576 (18.3%) | 112 (5.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,041 (12.1%) | 41 (2.0%) |
| Total | 8,620 (100.0%) | 2,052 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lewis County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 615 (7.1%) | 63 (3.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,650 (19.1%) | 225 (11.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,707 (19.8%) | 679 (33.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,025 (11.9%) | 286 (13.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,715 (19.9%) | 436 (21.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,047 (12.1%) | 51 (2.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 541 (6.3%) | 30 (1.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 249 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 71 (0.8%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| Total | 8,620 (100.0%) | 2,052 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Lewis County
Housing Structures in Lewis County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,116 | 76.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 115 | 1.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 372 | 3.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 451 | 4.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 158 | 1.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 235 | 2.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,225 | 11.5% |
| Total | 10,672 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lewis County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,402 (91.2%) | 714 (8.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 44 (38.3%) | 71 (61.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 125 (33.6%) | 247 (66.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 52 (11.5%) | 399 (88.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 158 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 235 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 997 (81.4%) | 228 (18.6%) |
| Total | 8,620 (80.8%) | 2,052 (19.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lewis County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 17 (0.2%) | 37 (1.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 319 (3.7%) | 344 (16.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,141 (24.8%) | 972 (47.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,089 (35.8%) | 317 (15.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,054 (35.4%) | 382 (18.6%) |
| Total | 8,620 (100.0%) | 2,052 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lewis County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,247 (14.5%) | 539 (26.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,822 (21.1%) | 309 (15.1%) |
| Electricity | 336 (3.9%) | 463 (22.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 2,717 (31.5%) | 552 (26.9%) |
| Coal or Coke | 46 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 2,433 (28.2%) | 179 (8.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 19 (0.2%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| Total | 8,620 (100.0%) | 2,052 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Lewis County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 304 (3.5%) | 292 (14.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,902 (22.1%) | 1,014 (49.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,160 (48.3%) | 481 (23.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,254 (26.2%) | 265 (12.9%) |
| Total | 8,620 (100.0%) | 2,052 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Lewis County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lewis County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,356 | 4,264 |
| Median Property Value | $129,000 | $158,600 |
| Median Household Income | $57,972 | $654 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $498 | $71 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,319 | $134 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lewis County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 573 (13.2%) | 125 (2.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,055 (24.2%) | 784 (18.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,222 (51.0%) | 2,862 (67.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 389 (8.9%) | 399 (9.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 54 (1.2%) | 56 (1.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 46 (1.1%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 17 (0.4%) | 21 (0.5%) |
| Total | 4,356 (100.0%) | 4,264 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lewis County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 216 (5.0%) | 179 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 538 (12.3%) | 114 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 495 (11.4%) | 268 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 629 (14.4%) | 179 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 931 (21.4%) | 372 (8.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 597 (13.7%) | 803 (18.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 563 (12.9%) | 861 (20.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 387 (8.9%) | 1,013 (23.8%) |
| Total | 4,356 (100.0%) | 4,264 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lewis County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,924 (44.2%) | 88,538 (2,076.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 762 (17.5%) | 2,337 (54.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 475 (10.9%) | 810 (19.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,137 (26.1%) | 392 (9.2%) |
| Total | 4,356 (100.0%) | 4,264 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lewis County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 511 (11.7%) | 40 (0.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 822 (18.9%) | 212 (5.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,787 (64.0%) | 668 (15.7%) |
| Total | 4,356 (100.0%) | 4,264 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Lewis County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,800 (96.3%) | 70 (3.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,370 (96.0%) | 182 (4.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,035 (97.1%) | 61 (2.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,349 (91.4%) | 220 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,812 (95.0%) | 148 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,984 (95.1%) | 154 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,857 (93.1%) | 284 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,024 (99.6%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,055 (99.1%) | 18 (0.9%) |
| Total | 25,286 (95.7%) | 1,148 (4.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lewis County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,800 (96.3%) | 70 (3.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,370 (96.0%) | 182 (4.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,035 (97.1%) | 61 (2.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lewis County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,268 (95.4%) | 158 (4.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,360 (95.6%) | 202 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,057 (95.5%) | 241 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,305 (95.2%) | 218 (4.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 8,095 (96.5%) | 298 (3.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 766 (41.0%) | 1,135 (60.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,975 (43.4%) | 2,760 (60.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 986 (47.0%) | 1,179 (56.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 782 (30.4%) | 1,630 (63.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 957 (32.3%) | 2,017 (68.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,035 (33.0%) | 2,227 (71.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,198 (28.9%) | 2,983 (72.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,971 (97.9%) | 1,830 (60.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,055 (99.1%) | 1,360 (65.6%) |
| Total | 12,725 (48.1%) | 17,121 (64.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 209 (9.1%) | 116 (5.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 268 (10.7%) | 202 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 773 (14.6%) | 705 (14.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 436 (28.2%) | 289 (19.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 379 (39.8%) | 569 (50.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lewis County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (1.0%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (0.7%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 268 (5.1%) | 142 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 228 (14.7%) | 78 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 270 (28.3%) | 192 (17.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 7 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.8%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 39 (1.6%) | 29 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 87 (1.7%) | 71 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 66 (4.3%) | 60 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (3.5%) | 112 (10.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 184 (8.0%) | 94 (4.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 188 (7.5%) | 121 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 275 (5.2%) | 312 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 101 (6.5%) | 63 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (5.8%) | 151 (13.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (1.2%) | 75 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 386 (7.3%) | 391 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 235 (15.2%) | 203 (13.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 180 (18.9%) | 425 (38.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (0.9%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.2%) | 19 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 123 (2.3%) | 94 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 61 (4.0%) | 28 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 102 (10.7%) | 162 (14.5%) |
Technology Access in Lewis County
Computing Device Access in Lewis County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,774 | 72.8% |
| Smartphone | 8,213 | 77.0% |
| Tablet | 6,366 | 59.7% |
| No Computing Device | 1,151 | 10.8% |
| Total | 10,672 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Lewis County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 85 | 0.8% |
| Broadband Home | 6,775 | 63.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,278 | 12.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 934 | 8.7% |
| No Internet | 1,716 | 16.1% |
| Total | 10,672 | 100.0% |
Lewis County Summary
Lewis County is a county located in the U.S. state of New York. As of the 2010 census, the population was 27,087, making it the least populous county in the state. The county seat is Lowville. The county is named after Morgan Lewis, the Governor of New York when the county was established.
History
The area that is now Lewis County was part of the Central New York Military Tract, which was used to pay soldiers of the American Revolution. The first settlers arrived around 1793. The county was formed in 1805 from parts of Oneida and Herkimer counties. It was named after Morgan Lewis, the Governor of New York at the time.
The county was largely rural until the mid-20th century, when the population began to decline due to out-migration to larger cities. The decline has continued, and the county is now one of the least populous in the state.
Geography
Lewis County is located in the northern part of New York State, in the Adirondack Mountains region. It is bordered by Jefferson County to the north, St. Lawrence County to the east, Herkimer County to the south, and Oneida County to the west.
The county has a total area of 1,290 square miles, of which 1,280 square miles is land and 10 square miles (1.0%) is water. The highest point in the county is Mount Arab, at 3,890 feet.
The Black River, a tributary of the Mohawk River, flows through the county. Other major waterways include the Beaver River, the Moose River, and the Oswegatchie River.
Economy
The economy of Lewis County is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The county is home to several dairy farms, as well as a number of apple orchards. The county is also home to several state parks, including Beaver River State Forest, Black River Bay State Forest, and Stillwater State Forest.
The county is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill in Lowville and a cheese factory in Croghan.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 27,087 people, 10,845 households, and 7,541 families living in the county. The population density was 21.1 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 10.2% of families and 13.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Lewis County?
Total Population of Lewis County is 26,690.
What is the Total Male Population of Lewis County?
Total Male Population of Lewis County is 13,520.
What is the Total Female Population of Lewis County?
Total Female Population of Lewis County is 13,170.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lewis County?
There are 102.66 Males per 100 Females in Lewis County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lewis County?
There are 97.41 Females per 100 Males in Lewis County.
What is the Median Population Age in Lewis County?
Median Population Age in Lewis County is 42.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lewis County
Average Family Size in Lewis County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lewis County
Average Household Size in Lewis County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lewis County?
Per Capita income in Lewis County is $31,127.
What is the Median Family Income in Lewis County?
Median Family Income in Lewis County is $74,104.
What is the Median Household income in Lewis County?
Median Household Income in Lewis County is $64,401.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lewis County?
Income or Wage Gap in Lewis County is 28.6%.
Women in Lewis County earn 71.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lewis County?
Family Income Deficit in Lewis County is $11,026.
Families that are below poverty line in Lewis County earn $11,026 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lewis County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lewis County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lewis County?
There are 12,616 People in the Labor Forcein in Lewis County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lewis County?
59.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Lewis County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lewis County?
Unemployment Rate in Lewis County is 5.2%.