Monroe County, NY

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Monroe County Overview

756,406
TOTAL POPULATION
367,653
MALE POPULATION
388,753
FEMALE POPULATION
94.57
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$40,937
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,169
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,450
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,873
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
394,008
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Monroe County Area Codes

Race in Monroe County

The most populous races in Monroe County are White / Caucasian (546,529 | 72.3%), Black / African American (112,897 | 14.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (72,266 | 9.6%).
Race in Monroe County
Race# Population% Population
Asian28,8833.8%
Black / African American112,89714.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific4880.1%
Hispanic or Latino72,2669.6%
Native / Alaskan1,5110.2%
White / Caucasian546,52972.3%
Two or more Races44,1255.8%
Some other Race21,9732.9%
Total756,406100.0%

Ancestry in Monroe County

The most populous ancestries reported in Monroe County are German (122,657 | 16.2%), Italian (121,246 | 16.0%), Irish (103,860 | 13.7%), English (79,627 | 10.5%), and Puerto Rican (48,143 | 6.4%), together accounting for 62.9% of all Monroe County residents.
Ancestry in Monroe County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan4970.1%
African3,1290.4%
Alaska Native70.0%
Alaskan Athabascan70.0%
Albanian5820.1%
Alsatian340.0%
American34,7394.6%
Apache1250.0%
Arab6,1070.8%
Argentinean2240.0%
Armenian5160.1%
Australian250.0%
Austrian1,5560.2%
Bahamian2190.0%
Barbadian1980.0%
Basque430.0%
Belgian8170.1%
Belizean3700.1%
Bhutanese1,0750.1%
Blackfeet5230.1%
Bolivian2940.0%
Brazilian3960.1%
British3,5690.5%
British West Indian1720.0%
Bulgarian2380.0%
Burmese2,9720.4%
Cajun280.0%
Cambodian350.0%
Canadian2,1510.3%
Cape Verdean840.0%
Carpatho Rusyn110.0%
Celtic1330.0%
Central American2,9420.4%
Central American Indian1,2690.2%
Cherokee6410.1%
Chickasaw180.0%
Chilean4760.1%
Chinese1120.0%
Chippewa720.0%
Choctaw950.0%
Colombian1,0590.1%
Costa Rican1190.0%
Cree320.0%
Creek140.0%
Croatian6440.1%
Crow70.0%
Cuban3,7020.5%
Cypriot100.0%
Czech1,6000.2%
Czechoslovakian4220.1%
Danish1,3900.2%
Delaware30.0%
Dominican5,1530.7%
Dutch13,8291.8%
Eastern European2,9610.4%
Ecuadorian5010.1%
Egyptian4910.1%
English79,62710.5%
Estonian660.0%
Ethiopian1,1560.2%
European9,3801.2%
Filipino2900.0%
Finnish7020.1%
French16,4702.2%
French American Indian60.0%
French Canadian6,0730.8%
German122,65716.2%
Ghanaian1940.0%
Greek3,2380.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro1940.0%
Guatemalan6140.1%
Guyanese4630.1%
Haitian1,5890.2%
Honduran4550.1%
Hungarian3,3270.4%
Icelander2260.0%
Indian (Asian)8,9541.2%
Indonesian1,2370.2%
Inupiat340.0%
Iranian4180.1%
Iraqi9030.1%
Irish103,86013.7%
Iroquois9260.1%
Israeli2140.0%
Italian121,24616.0%
Jamaican5,1550.7%
Japanese1420.0%
Kenyan1420.0%
Korean3,2000.4%
Laotian210.0%
Latvian5620.1%
Lebanese1,5490.2%
Liberian1660.0%
Lithuanian1,9650.3%
Lumbee150.0%
Luxembourger330.0%
Macedonian1,1070.2%
Malaysian9670.1%
Maltese630.0%
Mexican4,4060.6%
Mexican American Indian480.0%
Mongolian360.0%
Moroccan2630.0%
Native Hawaiian2890.0%
Navajo980.0%
New Zealander180.0%
Nicaraguan2820.0%
Nigerian6260.1%
Northern European8900.1%
Norwegian2,3540.3%
Okinawan10.0%
Pakistani1,3040.2%
Palestinian7390.1%
Panamanian5770.1%
Paraguayan1690.0%
Pennsylvania German2620.0%
Peruvian3550.1%
Polish33,6804.4%
Portuguese1,6580.2%
Potawatomi90.0%
Pueblo1280.0%
Puerto Rican48,1436.4%
Romanian4990.1%
Russian7,1350.9%
Salvadoran8840.1%
Samoan1270.0%
Scandinavian1,3950.2%
Scotch-Irish3,9540.5%
Scottish12,2061.6%
Seminole1210.0%
Serbian1880.0%
Sioux140.0%
Slavic5500.1%
Slovak7060.1%
Slovene2980.0%
Somali7910.1%
South African2280.0%
South American3,5240.5%
South American Indian2300.0%
Spaniard9640.1%
Spanish1,4700.2%
Spanish American Indian120.0%
Sri Lankan2,6220.4%
Subsaharan African7,6471.0%
Sudanese2660.0%
Swedish5,0480.7%
Swiss1,2590.2%
Syrian6120.1%
Thai6,9880.9%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian3430.1%
Tsimshian70.0%
Turkish1,7540.2%
U.S. Virgin Islander500.0%
Ugandan1450.0%
Ukrainian8,5471.1%
Uruguayan200.0%
Venezuelan2490.0%
Vietnamese4240.1%
Welsh3,8670.5%
West Indian1,0240.1%
Yugoslavian9280.1%
Zimbabwean580.0%
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Immigrants in Monroe County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Monroe County came from Asia (24,657 | 3.3%), Europe (15,963 | 2.1%), Latin America (13,515 | 1.8%), South Central Asia (8,572 | 1.1%), and Caribbean (8,420 | 1.1%), together accounting for 9.4% of all Monroe County residents.
Immigrants in Monroe County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan3230.0%
Africa5,1410.7%
Albania2320.0%
Argentina2180.0%
Armenia670.0%
Asia24,6573.3%
Australia610.0%
Austria1540.0%
Azores280.0%
Bahamas590.0%
Bangladesh2370.0%
Barbados660.0%
Belarus2660.0%
Belgium1660.0%
Belize2650.0%
Bolivia1050.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina7220.1%
Brazil5300.1%
Bulgaria1350.0%
Cabo Verde740.0%
Cambodia900.0%
Cameroon1370.0%
Canada3,0210.4%
Caribbean8,4201.1%
Central America2,3810.3%
Chile2500.0%
China5,5260.7%
Colombia5440.1%
Congo340.0%
Costa Rica1030.0%
Croatia1100.0%
Cuba1,7100.2%
Czechoslovakia1230.0%
Denmark90.0%
Dominica340.0%
Dominican Republic2,4310.3%
Eastern Africa2,3740.3%
Eastern Asia7,3011.0%
Eastern Europe7,6421.0%
Ecuador2280.0%
Egypt2790.0%
El Salvador1810.0%
England9030.1%
Eritrea560.0%
Ethiopia8310.1%
Europe15,9632.1%
France2440.0%
Germany1,4760.2%
Ghana1550.0%
Greece2670.0%
Grenada940.0%
Guatemala3600.1%
Guyana3100.0%
Haiti1,0160.1%
Honduras2280.0%
Hong Kong3370.0%
Hungary1860.0%
India3,5660.5%
Indonesia180.0%
Iran3280.0%
Iraq9990.1%
Ireland3370.0%
Israel2320.0%
Italy2,7430.4%
Jamaica2,3780.3%
Japan1640.0%
Jordan490.0%
Kazakhstan690.0%
Kenya2000.0%
Korea1,5950.2%
Kuwait140.0%
Laos3670.1%
Latin America13,5151.8%
Latvia830.0%
Lebanon2720.0%
Liberia2690.0%
Lithuania1170.0%
Malaysia1160.0%
Mexico9350.1%
Middle Africa4390.1%
Moldova1240.0%
Morocco1150.0%
Nepal1,2840.2%
Netherlands2080.0%
Nicaragua1760.0%
Nigeria3030.0%
North Macedonia6500.1%
Northern Africa6590.1%
Northern Europe2,3180.3%
Norway200.0%
Oceania790.0%
Pakistan9830.1%
Panama1330.0%
Peru1130.0%
Philippines1,3980.2%
Poland7800.1%
Portugal2810.0%
Romania1510.0%
Russia1,0560.1%
Saudi Arabia2770.0%
Scotland2620.0%
Senegal70.0%
Serbia1130.0%
Sierra Leone150.0%
Singapore520.0%
Somalia6120.1%
South Africa2920.0%
South America2,7140.4%
South Central Asia8,5721.1%
South Eastern Asia5,2220.7%
Southern Europe3,6260.5%
Spain3350.0%
Sri Lanka5200.1%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines100.0%
Sudan1580.0%
Sweden1650.0%
Switzerland520.0%
Syria2960.0%
Taiwan4080.1%
Thailand9280.1%
Trinidad and Tobago3390.0%
Turkey6530.1%
Uganda1440.0%
Ukraine2,3010.3%
Uruguay80.0%
Uzbekistan690.0%
Venezuela2130.0%
Vietnam1,5440.2%
West Indies340.0%
Western Africa1,0330.1%
Western Asia3,4850.5%
Western Europe2,3160.3%
Yemen5440.1%
Zaire2680.0%
Zimbabwe580.0%
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Sex and Age in Monroe County

Sex and Age in Monroe County

The most populous age groups in Monroe County are 15 to 19 Years (26,588 | 7.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (27,361 | 7.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20,384 (5.5%)19,558 (5.0%)
5 to 9 Years20,526 (5.6%)20,549 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years24,037 (6.5%)22,224 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years26,588 (7.2%)25,415 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years25,847 (7.0%)25,638 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Years26,127 (7.1%)26,234 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years26,334 (7.2%)26,766 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years23,191 (6.3%)25,220 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years20,998 (5.7%)20,889 (5.4%)
45 to 49 Years20,451 (5.6%)21,844 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years23,588 (6.4%)24,801 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years25,205 (6.9%)27,361 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years25,025 (6.8%)26,109 (6.7%)
65 to 69 Years19,957 (5.4%)21,878 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years16,519 (4.5%)19,761 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years10,098 (2.8%)12,884 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years6,135 (1.7%)9,257 (2.4%)
85 Years and over6,643 (1.8%)12,365 (3.2%)
Total367,653 (100.0%)388,753 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Monroe County

Median Family Size in Monroe County

The median family size in Monroe County is 2.96 persons per family, with single female/mother families (42,006 | 22.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (13,300 | 7.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.65 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Monroe County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple130,565 (70.2%)2.98
Single Male/Father13,300 (7.2%)2.65
Single Female/Mother42,006 (22.6%)2.99
Total Families185,871 (100.0%)2.96

Median Household Size in Monroe County

The median household size in Monroe County is 2.32 persons per household, with single female/mother households (42,006 | 13.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.2 persons per household. non-family households (128,856 | 40.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Monroe County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple130,565 (41.5%)2.99
Single Male/Father13,300 (4.2%)3.05
Single Female/Mother42,006 (13.4%)3.20
Non-family128,856 (40.9%)1.26
Total Households314,727 (100.0%)2.32

Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe County

Out of a total of 314,727 households in Monroe County, 185,871 (59.1%) are family households, while 128,856 (40.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 88,710, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 101,697.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-101,697 (32.3%)
2-Person Households88,710 (28.2%)23,123 (7.3%)
3-Person Households42,910 (13.6%)2,537 (0.8%)
4-Person Households33,783 (10.7%)1,198 (0.4%)
5-Person Households13,800 (4.4%)258 (0.1%)
6-Person Households4,418 (1.4%)43 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households2,250 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total185,871 (59.1%)128,856 (40.9%)

Female Fertility in Monroe County

Fertility by Age in Monroe County

Average fertility rate in Monroe County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 73.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years199 (2.4%)8.0
20 to 34 years5,971 (73.2%)76.0
35 to 50 years1,991 (24.4%)27.0
Total8,161 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe County

62.4% of women with births (8,161) in Monroe County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 92.0% 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 19.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years16 (8.0%)183 (92.0%)
20 to 34 years3,475 (58.2%)2,496 (41.8%)
35 to 50 years1,603 (80.5%)388 (19.5%)
Total5,092 (62.4%)3,069 (37.6%)

Fertility by Education in Monroe County

Average fertility rate in Monroe County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 59.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 24.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School757 (9.3%)31.0
High School Diploma1,650 (20.2%)53.0
College or Associate's Degree2,035 (24.9%)39.0
Bachelor's Degree1,950 (23.9%)50.0
Graduate Degree1,769 (21.7%)59.0
Total8,161 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe County

37.6% of women with births in Monroe County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 92.7% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 63.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School281 (37.1%)476 (62.9%)
High School Diploma606 (36.7%)1,044 (63.3%)
College or Associate's Degree924 (45.4%)1,111 (54.6%)
Bachelor's Degree1,644 (84.3%)306 (15.7%)
Graduate Degree1,640 (92.7%)129 (7.3%)
Total5,092 (62.4%)3,069 (37.6%)

Income in Monroe County

Income Overview in Monroe County

Per Capita Income in Monroe County is $40,937, while median incomes of families and households are $95,169 and $71,450 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income756,406$40,937
Median Family Income185,871$95,169
Mean Family Income185,871$119,554
Median Household Income314,727$71,450
Mean Household Income314,727$96,131
Income Deficit185,871$10,873
Wage / Income Gap (%)756,40622.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)756,40677.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index756,4060.47

Earnings by Sex in Monroe County

Average Earnings in Monroe County are $42,841, $48,673 for men and $37,542 for women, a difference of 22.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Monroe County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male208,362 (50.3%)$48,673
Female205,450 (49.6%)$37,542
Total413,812 (100.0%)$42,841

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe County

The most common earnings brackets in Monroe County are $100,000+ for men (38,486 | 18.5%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (20,229 | 9.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less9,585 (4.6%)12,683 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9997,902 (3.8%)8,925 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4996,805 (3.3%)9,043 (4.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9994,590 (2.2%)5,539 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4995,198 (2.5%)7,071 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9994,304 (2.1%)5,830 (2.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4994,297 (2.1%)5,467 (2.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9993,462 (1.7%)5,116 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4994,397 (2.1%)5,828 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9995,513 (2.6%)6,086 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99910,343 (5.0%)11,864 (5.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99911,208 (5.4%)12,956 (6.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9998,874 (4.3%)11,814 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9999,257 (4.4%)10,711 (5.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99910,345 (5.0%)9,971 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9998,533 (4.1%)9,597 (4.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99916,217 (7.8%)16,445 (8.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99913,196 (6.3%)13,703 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99925,850 (12.4%)20,229 (9.9%)
$100,000+38,486 (18.5%)16,572 (8.1%)
Total208,362 (100.0%)205,450 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe County

Average earnings in Monroe County are $57,672 for men and $44,184 for women, a difference of 23.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $90,852, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,640. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,220, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,685.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,640$23,685
High School Diploma$43,323$30,316
College or Associate's Degree$49,213$37,598
Bachelor's Degree$73,609$53,088
Graduate Degree$90,852$67,220
Total$57,672$44,184

Family Income in Monroe County

Family Income Brackets in Monroe County

According to the Monroe County family income data, there are 41,263 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3,532 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Monroe County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0005,5763.0%
$10,000 to $14,9993,5321.9%
$15,000 to $24,9999,1084.9%
$25,000 to $34,9999,8515.3%
$35,000 to $49,99914,6847.9%
$50,000 to $74,99928,62415.4%
$75,000 to $99,99925,83613.9%
$100,000 to $149,99941,26322.2%
$150,000 to $199,99923,42012.6%
$200,000+23,97712.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe County

4-person families (31,893 | 17.2%) account for the highest median family income in Monroe County with $121,357 per family, while 2-person families (94,942 | 51.1%) have the highest median income of $42,494 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families94,942 (51.1%)$84,988
3-Person Families41,248 (22.2%)$99,886
4-Person Families31,893 (17.2%)$121,357
5-Person Families12,052 (6.5%)$115,497
6-Person Families3,738 (2.0%)$112,330
7+ Person Families1,998 (1.1%)$98,125
Total185,871 (100.0%)$95,169

Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe County

The median family income in Monroe County is $95,169, with families comprising 3+ earners (19,453) having the highest median family income of $158,656, while families with no earners (29,611) have the lowest median family income of $52,838, accounting for 10.5% and 15.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners29,611 (15.9%)$52,838
1 Earner58,080 (31.2%)$64,914
2 Earners78,727 (42.4%)$120,769
3+ Earners19,453 (10.5%)$158,656
Total185,871 (100.0%)$95,169

Household Income in Monroe County

Household Income Brackets in Monroe County

With 54,133 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Monroe County, accounting for 17.2% of all households. In contrast, only 12,904 households (4.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Monroe County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00016,0515.1%
$10,000 to $14,99912,9044.1%
$15,000 to $24,99924,5497.8%
$25,000 to $34,99925,4938.1%
$35,000 to $49,99934,30510.9%
$50,000 to $74,99950,98616.2%
$75,000 to $99,99941,22913.1%
$100,000 to $149,99954,13317.2%
$150,000 to $199,99927,6968.8%
$200,000+28,0118.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe County

The median household income in Monroe County is $71,450, with the highest median household income of $90,785 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 113,293 households (36.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,410, with 12,050 households (3.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years12,050 (3.8%)$36,410
25 to 44 Years101,993 (32.4%)$75,523
45 to 64 Years113,293 (36.0%)$90,785
65+ Years87,391 (27.8%)$54,172
Total314,727 (100.0%)$71,450

Poverty in Monroe County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County

With 12.1% poverty level for males and 14.7% for females among the residents of Monroe County, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5,590 males (21.7%) and 7,427 females (24.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,096 (20.4%)3,203 (16.8%)
5 Years729 (19.6%)807 (20.8%)
6 to 11 Years5,590 (21.7%)5,377 (21.2%)
12 to 14 Years2,593 (18.0%)2,282 (17.7%)
15 Years620 (12.7%)699 (18.7%)
16 and 17 Years1,163 (13.0%)1,957 (20.4%)
18 to 24 Years6,204 (20.8%)7,427 (24.5%)
25 to 34 Years5,263 (10.2%)8,671 (16.4%)
35 to 44 Years3,998 (9.1%)6,926 (15.0%)
45 to 54 Years3,580 (8.2%)4,901 (10.5%)
55 to 64 Years5,388 (10.8%)5,381 (10.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,614 (7.2%)4,034 (9.8%)
75 Years and over1,245 (5.7%)3,720 (11.6%)
Total43,083 (12.1%)55,385 (14.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County

According to the poverty statistics in Monroe County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.3% of males and 90.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years15,999 (79.6%)15,911 (83.2%)
5 Years3,000 (80.4%)3,073 (79.2%)
6 to 11 Years20,109 (78.2%)19,949 (78.8%)
12 to 14 Years11,832 (82.0%)10,642 (82.3%)
15 Years4,256 (87.3%)3,038 (81.3%)
16 and 17 Years7,817 (87.1%)7,630 (79.6%)
18 to 24 Years23,677 (79.2%)22,860 (75.5%)
25 to 34 Years46,600 (89.8%)44,253 (83.6%)
35 to 44 Years39,828 (90.9%)39,124 (85.0%)
45 to 54 Years40,202 (91.8%)41,712 (89.5%)
55 to 64 Years44,629 (89.2%)48,004 (89.9%)
65 to 74 Years33,594 (92.8%)37,151 (90.2%)
75 Years and over20,507 (94.3%)28,336 (88.4%)
Total312,050 (87.9%)321,683 (85.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Monroe County show that 3.0% or 3,937 of the total 130,565 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 29.5%, comprising of 229 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.1%, which includes 1,703 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children80,416 (97.9%)1,703 (2.1%)
1 or 2 Children37,938 (96.8%)1,256 (3.2%)
3 or 4 Children7,726 (91.2%)749 (8.8%)
5 or more Children548 (70.5%)229 (29.5%)
Total126,628 (97.0%)3,937 (3.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe County

According to the poverty data in Monroe County, 13.2% or 1,761 single-father households and 26.6% or 11,188 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 13 households (40.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,757 households (62.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children598 (10.2%)1,626 (10.8%)
1 or 2 Children917 (14.3%)6,497 (29.4%)
3 or 4 Children233 (23.7%)2,757 (62.5%)
5 or more Children13 (40.6%)308 (61.1%)
Total1,761 (13.2%)11,188 (26.6%)

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

The poverty data for Monroe County shows that 3,937 of the married-couple family households (3.0%) and 12,949 of the single-parent households (23.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 229 households (29.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 321 household (59.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Monroe County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,703 (2.1%)2,224 (10.7%)
1 or 2 Children1,256 (3.2%)7,414 (26.0%)
3 or 4 Children749 (8.8%)2,990 (55.4%)
5 or more Children229 (29.5%)321 (59.9%)
Total3,937 (3.0%)12,949 (23.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Monroe County

Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe County

Among the 365,663 employed individuals in Monroe County, private company employees (227,292 | 62.2%), not-for-profit organizations (59,370 | 16.2%), and local government employees (32,846 | 9.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees227,29262.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)10,8243.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)17,4474.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations59,37016.2%
Local Government Employees32,8469.0%
State Government Employees12,6073.5%
Federal Government Employees4,6711.3%
Unpaid Family Workers6060.2%
Total365,663100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Monroe County

According to the labor force statistics for Monroe County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (620,485), 63.5% or 394,008 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 20,882 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.7% or 46,569 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.2% or 2,915 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years17,994 (41.5%)2,915 (16.2%)
20 to 24 Years38,202 (74.2%)3,553 (9.3%)
25 to 29 Years45,764 (87.4%)2,654 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years46,569 (87.7%)2,468 (5.3%)
35 to 44 Years76,212 (84.4%)3,201 (4.2%)
45 to 54 Years75,812 (83.6%)2,502 (3.3%)
55 to 59 Years38,583 (73.4%)1,196 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years30,271 (59.2%)999 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years20,857 (26.7%)1,064 (5.1%)
75 Years and over3,959 (6.9%)182 (4.6%)
Total394,008 (63.5%)20,882 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe County

According to labor force statistics for Monroe County, 80.3% of individuals (313,285) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (390,143) are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 13,158 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 88.9% or 148,517 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.1% or 1,703 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School15,343 (50.3%)3,386 (11.1%)
High School Diploma57,992 (72.0%)4,269 (5.3%)
College / Associate Degree91,421 (81.6%)5,602 (5.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher148,517 (88.9%)4,177 (2.5%)
Total313,285 (80.3%)16,386 (4.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Monroe County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe County are Community & Social Service (53,811 | 14.4%), Management (41,814 | 11.2%), Education Instruction & Library (31,182 | 8.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (30,311 | 8.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (29,646 | 7.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Monroe County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (75.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (75.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (75.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.6%), and Education, Arts & Media (72.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management23,066 (55.2%)18,748 (44.8%)
Business & Financial9,316 (45.0%)11,382 (55.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science22,856 (75.4%)7,455 (24.6%)
Computers & Mathematics11,651 (75.3%)3,813 (24.7%)
Architecture & Engineering8,266 (85.4%)1,418 (14.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2,939 (56.9%)2,224 (43.1%)
Community & Social Service 18,631 (34.6%)35,180 (65.4%)
Education, Arts & Media2,561 (27.9%)6,607 (72.1%)
Legal Services & Support2,426 (45.1%)2,954 (54.9%)
Education Instruction & Library9,786 (31.4%)21,396 (68.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3,858 (47.7%)4,223 (52.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7,529 (25.4%)22,117 (74.6%)
Health Technologists4,940 (24.6%)15,138 (75.4%)
Total (Category)81,398 (46.2%)94,882 (53.8%)
Total (Overall)187,602 (50.3%)185,665 (49.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Monroe County are Food Preparation & Serving (17,950 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (14,369 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10,373 | 2.8%), Personal Care & Service (9,424 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (8,505 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Monroe County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Monroe County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (88.3%), Security & Protection (76.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (83.0%), Personal Care & Service (74.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support2,441 (17.0%)11,928 (83.0%)
Security & Protection6,509 (76.5%)1,996 (23.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention4,214 (71.4%)1,691 (28.6%)
Law Enforcement2,295 (88.3%)305 (11.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving8,728 (48.6%)9,222 (51.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6,602 (63.6%)3,771 (36.3%)
Personal Care & Service2,440 (25.9%)6,984 (74.1%)
Total (Category)26,720 (44.1%)33,901 (55.9%)
Total (Overall)187,602 (50.3%)185,665 (49.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Monroe County are Office & Administration (41,981 | 11.3%), and Sales & Related (34,456 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Monroe County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related18,376 (53.3%)16,080 (46.7%)
Office & Administration11,934 (28.4%)30,047 (71.6%)
Total (Category)30,310 (39.7%)46,127 (60.4%)
Total (Overall)187,602 (50.3%)185,665 (49.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Monroe County are Construction & Extraction (10,281 | 2.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8,888 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (570 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Monroe County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry268 (47.0%)302 (53.0%)
Construction & Extraction9,914 (96.4%)367 (3.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair8,418 (94.7%)470 (5.3%)
Total (Category)18,600 (94.2%)1,139 (5.8%)
Total (Overall)187,602 (50.3%)185,665 (49.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Monroe County are Production (18,941 | 5.1%), Transportation (10,972 | 2.9%), and Material Moving (10,277 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Monroe County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production13,719 (72.4%)5,222 (27.6%)
Transportation9,120 (83.1%)1,852 (16.9%)
Material Moving7,735 (75.3%)2,542 (24.7%)
Total (Category)30,574 (76.1%)9,616 (23.9%)
Total (Overall)187,602 (50.3%)185,665 (49.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County

Employment Industries in Monroe County

The major employment industries in Monroe County include Health Care & Social Assistance (65,988 | 17.7%), Educational Services (53,932 | 14.4%), Retail Trade (40,248 | 10.8%), Manufacturing (40,160 | 10.8%), and Professional & Scientific (33,972 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in Monroe County

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County

The Monroe County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (93.4%), Construction (87.2%), and Utilities (79.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.6%), Educational Services (64.7%), and Finance & Insurance (55.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting1,182 (71.0%)484 (29.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction85 (93.4%)6 (6.6%)
Construction13,563 (87.2%)1,988 (12.8%)
Manufacturing29,536 (73.6%)10,624 (26.5%)
Wholesale Trade5,254 (73.5%)1,890 (26.5%)
Retail Trade22,057 (54.8%)18,191 (45.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing9,227 (71.8%)3,624 (28.2%)
Utilities1,616 (79.6%)414 (20.4%)
Information4,477 (56.8%)3,401 (43.2%)
Finance & Insurance6,449 (44.5%)8,052 (55.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3,193 (56.8%)2,433 (43.2%)
Professional & Scientific19,199 (56.5%)14,773 (43.5%)
Enterprise Management277 (67.6%)133 (32.4%)
Administrative & Support8,620 (59.4%)5,888 (40.6%)
Educational Services19,042 (35.3%)34,890 (64.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance16,123 (24.4%)49,865 (75.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4,161 (62.8%)2,463 (37.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services10,502 (47.4%)11,640 (52.6%)
Public Administration6,407 (52.0%)5,902 (47.9%)
Total187,602 (50.3%)185,665 (49.7%)

Education in Monroe County

School Enrollment in Monroe County

The most common levels of schooling among the 181,746 students in Monroe County are college / undergraduate (45,056 | 24.8%), high school (36,834 | 20.3%), and middle school (36,343 | 20.0%).
School Enrollment in Monroe County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool10,8576.0%
Kindergarten7,7694.3%
Elementary School32,05617.6%
Middle School36,34320.0%
High School36,83420.3%
College / Undergraduate45,05624.8%
Graduate / Professional12,8317.1%
Total181,746100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe County

Out of a total of 181,746 students who are enrolled in schools in Monroe County, 47,799 (26.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 133,947 (73.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 12,762 (57.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 39,937 (89.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds5,384 (60.4%)3,525 (39.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old34,696 (88.6%)4,461 (11.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds39,937 (89.3%)4,778 (10.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds23,793 (89.2%)2,882 (10.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds9,496 (48.9%)9,918 (51.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9,531 (42.7%)12,762 (57.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds6,667 (51.9%)6,166 (48.0%)
35 Years and over4,474 (57.7%)3,276 (42.3%)
Total133,947 (73.7%)47,799 (26.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe County

Business (38,247 | 16.5%), education (27,184 | 11.7%), science & technology (23,810 | 10.3%), engineering (17,980 | 7.8%), and social sciences (17,318 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 231,739 individuals in Monroe County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics12,4455.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural14,1406.1%
Physical & Health Sciences9,2304.0%
Psychology13,5595.9%
Social Sciences17,3187.5%
Engineering17,9807.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies1,6790.7%
Science & Technology23,81010.3%
Business38,24716.5%
Education27,18411.7%
Literature & Languages11,4254.9%
Liberal Arts & History10,7904.7%
Visual & Performing Arts11,6955.1%
Communications10,3044.4%
Arts & Humanities11,9335.1%
Total231,739100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Monroe County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Monroe County are males with 2 vehicles (88,091, accounting for 48.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (81,137, making up 49.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7,614 (4.2%)7,568 (4.3%)
1 Vehicle37,515 (20.6%)48,060 (27.1%)
2 Vehicles88,091 (48.4%)81,137 (45.7%)
3 Vehicles33,538 (18.4%)28,037 (15.8%)
4 Vehicles11,571 (6.4%)9,847 (5.5%)
5 or more Vehicles3,602 (2.0%)2,998 (1.7%)
Total181,931 (100.0%)177,647 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Monroe County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Monroe County are 15 to 19 minutes (67,832 commuters, 21.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (64,848 commuters, 20.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (57,304 commuters, 17.8%).
Commute Time in Monroe County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes8,0872.5%
5 to 9 Minutes35,29510.9%
10 to 14 Minutes57,30417.8%
15 to 19 Minutes67,83221.0%
20 to 24 Minutes64,84820.1%
25 to 29 Minutes29,0229.0%
30 to 34 Minutes31,7289.8%
35 to 39 Minutes6,0771.9%
40 to 44 Minutes5,5441.7%
45 to 59 Minutes7,7752.4%
60 to 89 Minutes5,8201.8%
90 or more Minutes3,4071.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Monroe County

The most common commute times in Monroe County are 15 to 19 minutes (34,929 commuters, 21.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (32,903 commuters, 20.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Monroe County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4,236 (2.6%)3,851 (2.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes16,858 (10.3%)18,437 (11.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes27,710 (16.9%)29,594 (18.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes34,929 (21.3%)32,903 (20.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes33,183 (20.3%)31,665 (19.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes14,530 (8.9%)14,492 (9.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes16,819 (10.3%)14,909 (9.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes2,947 (1.8%)3,130 (2.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes3,082 (1.9%)2,462 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes4,355 (2.7%)3,420 (2.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes3,331 (2.0%)2,489 (1.6%)
90 or more Minutes1,924 (1.2%)1,483 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Monroe County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (22,096, 13.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (25,777, 16.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6,841 (4.2%)3,737 (2.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4,461 (2.7%)1,989 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM8,088 (4.9%)3,859 (2.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM13,953 (8.5%)8,844 (5.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM17,898 (10.9%)15,366 (9.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM22,096 (13.5%)23,334 (14.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21,546 (13.2%)25,777 (16.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM18,496 (11.3%)22,363 (14.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM10,250 (6.2%)12,865 (8.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM10,197 (6.2%)11,226 (7.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5,155 (3.2%)4,758 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM2,090 (1.3%)2,621 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12,730 (7.8%)11,955 (7.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM10,103 (6.2%)10,141 (6.4%)
Total163,904 (100.0%)158,835 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Monroe County

Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe County

Of the total 314,727 dwellings in Monroe County, owner-occupied units account for 200,332 (63.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 114,395 (36.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units200,33263.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units114,39536.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units314,727100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe County

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household101,69732.3%
2-Person Household111,83335.5%
3-Person Household45,44714.4%
4+ Person Household55,75017.7%
Total Housing Units314,727100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household48,020 (47.2%)53,677 (52.8%)
2-Person Household78,756 (70.4%)33,077 (29.6%)
3-Person Household32,707 (72.0%)12,740 (28.0%)
4+ Person Household40,849 (73.3%)14,901 (26.7%)
Total Housing Units200,332 (63.6%)114,395 (36.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8,372 (36.3%)14,665 (63.7%)
High School Diploma37,607 (56.9%)28,472 (43.1%)
College/Associate Degree56,433 (60.7%)36,482 (39.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher97,920 (73.8%)34,776 (26.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years62,93620.0%
35 to 44 Years51,10716.2%
45 to 54 Years52,53816.7%
55 to 64 Years60,75519.3%
65 to 74 Years50,45316.0%
75 to 84 Years24,6677.8%
85 Years and Over12,2713.9%
Total314,727100.0%

Housing Finances in Monroe County

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe County

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied200,332 (63.6%)$96,386
Renter-Occupied114,395 (36.3%)$39,367
Average314,727 (100.0%)$71,450

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003,285 (1.6%)6,997 (6.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9991,178 (0.6%)4,630 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9992,418 (1.2%)10,357 (9.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993,961 (2.0%)8,134 (7.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9994,209 (2.1%)8,126 (7.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99911,787 (5.9%)13,654 (11.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99917,088 (8.5%)17,128 (15.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99931,720 (15.8%)19,300 (16.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99928,194 (14.1%)12,928 (11.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99945,703 (22.8%)8,297 (7.2%)
$150,000 or more50,789 (25.4%)4,844 (4.2%)
Total200,332 (100.0%)114,395 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004,122 (2.1%)4,084 (3.6%)
$300 to $49913,813 (6.9%)4,893 (4.3%)
$500 to $79933,368 (16.7%)14,701 (12.9%)
$800 to $99922,788 (11.4%)21,922 (19.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49952,854 (26.4%)46,016 (40.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99935,185 (17.6%)13,458 (11.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49918,430 (9.2%)4,471 (3.9%)
$2,500 to $2,9999,442 (4.7%)1,086 (0.9%)
$3,000 or more10,330 (5.2%)1,268 (1.1%)
Total200,332 (100.0%)114,395 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Monroe County

Housing Structures in Monroe County

Housing Structures in Monroe County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached201,37164.0%
Single Unit, Attached20,3356.5%
2 Unit Apartments17,9465.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments19,2556.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments20,9106.6%
10 or more Apartments32,18710.2%
Mobile Home / Other2,7230.9%
Total314,727100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached181,169 (90.0%)20,202 (10.0%)
Single Unit, Attached10,366 (51.0%)9,969 (49.0%)
2 Unit Apartments3,004 (16.7%)14,942 (83.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,637 (8.5%)17,618 (91.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments684 (3.3%)20,226 (96.7%)
10 or more Apartments1,417 (4.4%)30,770 (95.6%)
Mobile Home / Other2,055 (75.5%)668 (24.5%)
Total200,332 (63.6%)114,395 (36.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room371 (0.2%)6,306 (5.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms2,470 (1.2%)34,613 (30.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms38,849 (19.4%)46,291 (40.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms88,322 (44.1%)21,607 (18.9%)
8 or more Rooms70,320 (35.1%)5,578 (4.9%)
Total200,332 (100.0%)114,395 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas168,144 (83.9%)70,968 (62.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4,105 (2.1%)3,298 (2.9%)
Electricity21,633 (10.8%)35,562 (31.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene3,833 (1.9%)1,481 (1.3%)
Coal or Coke83 (0.0%)35 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2,159 (1.1%)1,226 (1.1%)
No Fuel Used375 (0.2%)1,825 (1.6%)
Total200,332 (100.0%)114,395 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe County

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5,644 (2.8%)28,759 (25.1%)
1 Vehicle60,643 (30.3%)56,874 (49.7%)
2 Vehicles94,720 (47.3%)24,170 (21.1%)
3 or more Vehicles39,325 (19.6%)4,592 (4.0%)
Total200,332 (100.0%)114,395 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Monroe County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Monroe County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units73,921126,411
Median Property Value$180,800$183,800
Median Household Income$78,171$35,240
Monthly Housing Costs$715$9,979
Real Estate Taxes$4,946$2,033

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004,394 (5.9%)3,137 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $99,9997,759 (10.5%)11,469 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99948,725 (65.9%)87,456 (69.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9999,618 (13.0%)19,181 (15.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9992,503 (3.4%)3,214 (2.5%)
$750,000 to $999,999486 (0.7%)1,121 (0.9%)
$1,000,000 or more436 (0.6%)833 (0.7%)
Total73,921 (100.0%)126,411 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002,667 (3.6%)5,863 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $24,9996,473 (8.8%)1,796 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9996,245 (8.5%)4,115 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9998,259 (11.2%)5,542 (4.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99912,150 (16.4%)8,829 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99910,005 (13.5%)19,570 (15.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99912,573 (17.0%)18,189 (14.4%)
$150,000 or more15,549 (21.0%)33,130 (26.2%)
Total73,921 (100.0%)126,411 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x31,974 (43.2%)106,556 (84.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x14,871 (20.1%)70,844 (56.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x8,325 (11.3%)28,108 (22.2%)
4.0x or more17,875 (24.2%)10,831 (8.6%)
Total73,921 (100.0%)126,411 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8002,233 (3.0%)287 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,4993,620 (4.9%)2,208 (1.8%)
$800 to $1,49964,885 (87.8%)4,431 (3.5%)
Total73,921 (100.0%)126,411 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years46,697 (97.9%)1,005 (2.1%)
6 to 18 Years117,597 (98.4%)1,924 (1.6%)
19 to 25 Years70,819 (94.7%)3,952 (5.3%)
26 to 34 Years87,850 (94.4%)5,259 (5.7%)
35 to 44 Years85,713 (95.4%)4,125 (4.6%)
45 to 54 Years86,543 (95.8%)3,835 (4.2%)
55 to 64 Years100,179 (96.9%)3,223 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years77,121 (99.7%)272 (0.4%)
75 Years and older53,703 (99.8%)105 (0.2%)
Total726,222 (96.8%)23,700 (3.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born46,697 (97.9%)1,005 (2.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen117,597 (98.4%)1,924 (1.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen70,819 (94.7%)3,952 (5.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00086,943 (95.8%)3,816 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999106,147 (94.9%)5,718 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999104,642 (95.9%)4,472 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99993,180 (96.7%)3,161 (3.3%)
$100,000 and over314,485 (98.1%)6,112 (1.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 619,797 (41.5%)29,010 (60.8%)
6 to 18 Years46,776 (39.1%)78,102 (65.3%)
19 to 25 Years16,277 (21.8%)56,785 (75.9%)
25 to 34 Years24,448 (26.3%)66,617 (71.6%)
35 to 44 Years21,793 (24.3%)66,804 (74.4%)
45 to 54 Years18,396 (20.3%)70,954 (78.5%)
55 to 64 Years25,109 (24.3%)81,067 (78.4%)
65 to 74 Years73,663 (95.2%)46,492 (60.1%)
75 Years and over53,218 (98.9%)36,248 (67.4%)
Total299,477 (39.9%)532,079 (71.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years145 (0.7%)110 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years5,598 (9.6%)3,547 (6.3%)
18 to 34 Years8,734 (9.7%)8,553 (9.5%)
35 to 64 Years18,202 (13.2%)21,762 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years7,829 (21.6%)8,001 (19.4%)
75 Years and over9,065 (41.7%)14,749 (46.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Monroe County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years85 (0.4%)67 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years331 (0.6%)250 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,226 (1.4%)782 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years3,973 (2.9%)3,087 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years3,154 (8.7%)1,794 (4.4%)
75 Years and over5,147 (23.7%)4,865 (15.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years60 (0.3%)59 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years764 (1.3%)707 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years1,396 (1.5%)1,664 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years3,464 (2.5%)3,829 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years983 (2.7%)1,208 (2.9%)
75 Years and over1,250 (5.8%)2,123 (6.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4,467 (7.6%)2,609 (4.6%)
18 to 34 Years6,703 (7.4%)5,265 (5.8%)
35 to 64 Years8,197 (6.0%)9,568 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,864 (5.1%)1,778 (4.3%)
75 Years and over1,854 (8.5%)3,546 (11.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years327 (0.6%)288 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,123 (1.3%)1,534 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years7,985 (5.8%)11,205 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years4,107 (11.3%)4,974 (12.1%)
75 Years and over5,116 (23.5%)10,411 (32.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years764 (1.3%)659 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years1,064 (1.2%)497 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years3,088 (2.2%)3,225 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,409 (3.9%)1,291 (3.1%)
75 Years and over1,672 (7.7%)4,105 (12.8%)

Technology Access in Monroe County

Computing Device Access in Monroe County

Computing Device Access in Monroe County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop248,89079.1%
Smartphone270,34585.9%
Tablet203,13264.5%
No Computing Device21,0996.7%
Total314,727100.0%

Internet Access in Monroe County

Internet Access in Monroe County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet7040.2%
Broadband Home243,96477.5%
Cellular Data Only28,9379.2%
Satellite Internet11,7013.7%
No Internet35,92611.4%
Total314,727100.0%

Monroe County Summary

Monroe County, New York is located in the western part of the state, just south of Lake Ontario. It is bordered by Ontario County to the north, Genesee County to the east, Livingston County to the south, and Orleans County to the west. The county seat is Rochester, the third-largest city in New York State.

History

Monroe County was established in 1821, and was named after James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States. The area was originally inhabited by the Seneca Nation of the Iroquois Confederacy. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1700s, and the county was officially established in 1821.
In the early 1800s, the area was a major hub for the Underground Railroad, with many escaped slaves finding refuge in the area. The county was also home to many abolitionists, including Frederick Douglass, who lived in Rochester from 1847 to 1872.
In the late 1800s, the area experienced a period of rapid growth and industrialization, with the opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 and the completion of the Genesee Valley Canal in 1842. This period of growth was fueled by the influx of immigrants from Europe, particularly from Germany, Ireland, and Italy.

Geography

Monroe County covers an area of 743 square miles, making it the fourth-largest county in New York State. The county is located in the Finger Lakes region of New York, and is home to several lakes, including Canandaigua Lake, Honeoye Lake, and Conesus Lake. The county is also home to several state parks, including Letchworth State Park, which is known as the “Grand Canyon of the East.”
The county is divided into two distinct regions: the Genesee Valley and the Finger Lakes. The Genesee Valley is located in the western part of the county, and is characterized by rolling hills and fertile farmland. The Finger Lakes region is located in the eastern part of the county, and is home to several lakes, including Canandaigua Lake, Honeoye Lake, and Conesus Lake.

Economy

Monroe County has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, technology, and service industries. The county is home to several major employers, including the University of Rochester, Rochester General Hospital, and Eastman Kodak.
The county is also home to several major manufacturing companies, including Xerox, Bausch & Lomb, and Harris RF Communications. The county is also home to several technology companies, including Paychex, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, and Harris Corporation.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Monroe County had a population of 744,344. The population is racially diverse, with the largest racial group being White (77.2%), followed by African American (14.2%), Hispanic or Latino (7.2%), and Asian (2.3%).
The median household income in Monroe County is $50,845, and the median home value is $133,400. The county has a poverty rate of 14.2%, and the unemployment rate is 5.2%.
Monroe County is home to several major universities, including the University of Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology, and Monroe Community College. The county is also home to several major cultural institutions, including the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, the Rochester Museum & Science Center, and the George Eastman Museum.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Monroe County?
Total Population of Monroe County is 756,406.
What is the Total Male Population of Monroe County?
Total Male Population of Monroe County is 367,653.
What is the Total Female Population of Monroe County?
Total Female Population of Monroe County is 388,753.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Monroe County?
There are 94.57 Males per 100 Females in Monroe County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Monroe County?
There are 105.74 Females per 100 Males in Monroe County.
What is the Median Population Age in Monroe County?
Median Population Age in Monroe County is 39.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Monroe County
Average Family Size in Monroe County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Monroe County
Average Household Size in Monroe County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Monroe County?
Per Capita income in Monroe County is $40,937.
What is the Median Family Income in Monroe County?
Median Family Income in Monroe County is $95,169.
What is the Median Household income in Monroe County?
Median Household Income in Monroe County is $71,450.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Monroe County?
Income or Wage Gap in Monroe County is 22.9%.
Women in Monroe County earn 77.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Monroe County?
Family Income Deficit in Monroe County is $10,873.
Families that are below poverty line in Monroe County earn $10,873 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Monroe County?
There are 394,008 People in the Labor Forcein in Monroe County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Monroe County?
63.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Monroe County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Monroe County?
Unemployment Rate in Monroe County is 5.3%.