Montgomery County, NY

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Montgomery County Overview

49,624
TOTAL POPULATION
24,788
MALE POPULATION
24,836
FEMALE POPULATION
99.81
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,961
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,529
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,033
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,928
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
23,490
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Montgomery County Area Codes

Race in Montgomery County

The most populous races in Montgomery County are White / Caucasian (41,127 | 82.9%), Hispanic or Latino (7,650 | 15.4%), and Some other Race (3,234 | 6.5%).
Race in Montgomery County
Race# Population% Population
Asian3900.8%
Black / African American1,5803.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific90.0%
Hispanic or Latino7,65015.4%
Native / Alaskan3050.6%
White / Caucasian41,12782.9%
Two or more Races2,9796.0%
Some other Race3,2346.5%
Total49,624100.0%

Ancestry in Montgomery County

The most populous ancestries reported in Montgomery County are German (8,261 | 16.7%), Italian (7,005 | 14.1%), Irish (5,883 | 11.9%), Puerto Rican (5,428 | 10.9%), and English (4,487 | 9.0%), together accounting for 62.6% of all Montgomery County residents.
Ancestry in Montgomery County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African690.1%
Albanian10.0%
American3,7217.5%
Apache20.0%
Arab1500.3%
Argentinean40.0%
Armenian520.1%
Austrian430.1%
Belgian200.0%
Bhutanese510.1%
Blackfeet630.1%
British1440.3%
British West Indian80.0%
Burmese310.1%
Canadian390.1%
Central American2290.5%
Central American Indian1220.3%
Cherokee360.1%
Chippewa90.0%
Colombian1290.3%
Costa Rican910.2%
Croatian100.0%
Cuban1050.2%
Czech1050.2%
Czechoslovakian170.0%
Danish330.1%
Dominican1950.4%
Dutch2,1164.3%
Eastern European1610.3%
Ecuadorian240.1%
English4,4879.0%
European2460.5%
Finnish240.1%
French1,7113.5%
French American Indian70.0%
French Canadian5761.2%
German8,26116.7%
Greek2420.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro60.0%
Guatemalan290.1%
Guyanese260.1%
Haitian840.2%
Honduran210.0%
Hungarian740.2%
Indian (Asian)690.1%
Indonesian730.2%
Irish5,88311.9%
Iroquois990.2%
Israeli10.0%
Italian7,00514.1%
Jamaican910.2%
Korean1080.2%
Laotian190.0%
Lebanese730.2%
Lithuanian3830.8%
Mexican1,0292.1%
Mexican American Indian1470.3%
Nicaraguan60.0%
Nigerian230.1%
Northern European110.0%
Norwegian3730.7%
Pakistani1110.2%
Panamanian820.2%
Pennsylvania German180.0%
Peruvian1200.2%
Polish4,4459.0%
Portuguese1740.4%
Puerto Rican5,42810.9%
Romanian120.0%
Russian1130.2%
Samoan30.0%
Scandinavian640.1%
Scotch-Irish1350.3%
Scottish7411.5%
Serbian440.1%
Slavic40.0%
Slovak620.1%
South American2850.6%
Spaniard940.2%
Spanish420.1%
Sri Lankan410.1%
Subsaharan African920.2%
Swedish1240.3%
Swiss7321.5%
Syrian80.0%
Thai110.0%
Ukrainian4690.9%
Venezuelan30.0%
Welsh3100.6%
West Indian1230.3%
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Immigrants in Montgomery County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Montgomery County came from Latin America (627 | 1.3%), Europe (497 | 1.0%), Asia (345 | 0.7%), Central America (323 | 0.6%), and Eastern Europe (259 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.1% of all Montgomery County residents.
Immigrants in Montgomery County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa120.0%
Argentina40.0%
Armenia180.0%
Asia3450.7%
Belgium40.0%
Canada660.1%
Caribbean2250.4%
Central America3230.6%
China350.1%
Colombia640.1%
Costa Rica610.1%
Cuba80.0%
Denmark20.0%
Dominican Republic1070.2%
Eastern Asia390.1%
Eastern Europe2590.5%
England170.0%
Europe4971.0%
France60.0%
Germany500.1%
Guatemala310.1%
Guyana90.0%
Honduras160.0%
Hong Kong220.0%
Hungary90.0%
India80.0%
Indonesia90.0%
Ireland50.0%
Israel80.0%
Italy950.2%
Jamaica660.1%
Korea40.0%
Latin America6271.3%
Latvia40.0%
Mexico1920.4%
Netherlands130.0%
Nigeria90.0%
Northern Europe700.1%
Norway140.0%
Pakistan200.0%
Panama230.1%
Peru20.0%
Philippines350.1%
Poland720.2%
Romania20.0%
Russia350.1%
South America790.2%
South Central Asia1000.2%
South Eastern Asia1800.4%
Southern Europe950.2%
Thailand490.1%
Trinidad and Tobago400.1%
Ukraine1360.3%
Uzbekistan550.1%
Vietnam370.1%
Western Africa90.0%
Western Asia260.1%
Western Europe730.2%
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Sex and Age in Montgomery County

Sex and Age in Montgomery County

The most populous age groups in Montgomery County are 60 to 64 Years (1,871 | 7.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,788 | 7.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,556 (6.3%)1,528 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years1,531 (6.2%)1,496 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years1,725 (7.0%)1,489 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years1,839 (7.4%)1,532 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Years1,344 (5.4%)1,275 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Years1,532 (6.2%)1,432 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years1,600 (6.5%)1,524 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years1,541 (6.2%)1,528 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years1,384 (5.6%)1,488 (6.0%)
45 to 49 Years1,439 (5.8%)1,460 (5.9%)
50 to 54 Years1,581 (6.4%)1,523 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years1,530 (6.2%)1,739 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years1,871 (7.5%)1,788 (7.2%)
65 to 69 Years1,641 (6.6%)1,508 (6.1%)
70 to 74 Years1,122 (4.5%)1,161 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years623 (2.5%)873 (3.5%)
80 to 84 Years355 (1.4%)637 (2.6%)
85 Years and over574 (2.3%)855 (3.4%)
Total24,788 (100.0%)24,836 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Montgomery County

Median Family Size in Montgomery County

The median family size in Montgomery County is 3.30 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,364 | 20.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.43 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (7,977 | 70.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.27 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Montgomery County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple7,977 (70.3%)3.27
Single Male/Father1,011 (8.9%)3.30
Single Female/Mother2,364 (20.8%)3.43
Total Families11,352 (100.0%)3.30

Median Household Size in Montgomery County

The median household size in Montgomery County is 2.56 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,011 | 5.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4 persons per household. non-family households (7,566 | 40.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Montgomery County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple7,977 (42.2%)3.29
Single Male/Father1,011 (5.3%)4.00
Single Female/Mother2,364 (12.5%)3.73
Non-family7,566 (40.0%)1.24
Total Households18,918 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in Montgomery County

Out of a total of 18,918 households in Montgomery County, 11,352 (60.0%) are family households, while 7,566 (40.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,993, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,263.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Montgomery County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-6,263 (33.1%)
2-Person Households4,993 (26.4%)1,199 (6.3%)
3-Person Households2,790 (14.7%)73 (0.4%)
4-Person Households2,165 (11.4%)31 (0.2%)
5-Person Households934 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households232 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households238 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total11,352 (60.0%)7,566 (40.0%)

Female Fertility in Montgomery County

Fertility by Age in Montgomery County

Average fertility rate in Montgomery County is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 90.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 64.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years21 (3.6%)14.0
20 to 34 years380 (64.5%)90.0
35 to 50 years188 (31.9%)40.0
Total589 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Montgomery County

71.5% of women with births (589) in Montgomery County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 20.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Montgomery County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years304 (80.0%)76 (20.0%)
35 to 50 years117 (62.2%)71 (37.8%)
Total421 (71.5%)168 (28.5%)

Fertility by Education in Montgomery County

Average fertility rate in Montgomery County is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 76.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 37.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School85 (14.4%)46.0
High School Diploma136 (23.1%)53.0
College or Associate's Degree219 (37.2%)63.0
Bachelor's Degree61 (10.4%)41.0
Graduate Degree88 (14.9%)76.0
Total589 (100.0%)56.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Montgomery County

28.5% of women with births in Montgomery County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 43.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School48 (56.5%)37 (43.5%)
High School Diploma82 (60.3%)54 (39.7%)
College or Associate's Degree157 (71.7%)62 (28.3%)
Bachelor's Degree46 (75.4%)15 (24.6%)
Graduate Degree88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total421 (71.5%)168 (28.5%)

Income in Montgomery County

Income Overview in Montgomery County

Per Capita Income in Montgomery County is $29,961, while median incomes of families and households are $75,529 and $58,033 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income49,624$29,961
Median Family Income11,352$75,529
Mean Family Income11,352$89,726
Median Household Income18,918$58,033
Mean Household Income18,918$74,504
Income Deficit11,352$11,928
Wage / Income Gap (%)49,62419.60%
Wage / Income Gap ($)49,62480.40¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index49,6240.43

Earnings by Sex in Montgomery County

Average Earnings in Montgomery County are $37,222, $42,228 for men and $33,951 for women, a difference of 19.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Montgomery County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male12,880 (52.9%)$42,228
Female11,476 (47.1%)$33,951
Total24,356 (100.0%)$37,222

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Montgomery County

The most common earnings brackets in Montgomery County are $100,000+ for men (1,354 | 10.5%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (884 | 7.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Montgomery County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less640 (5.0%)735 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,999461 (3.6%)510 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499454 (3.5%)379 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999400 (3.1%)310 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499342 (2.7%)319 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,999301 (2.3%)282 (2.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499280 (2.2%)375 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,999371 (2.9%)358 (3.1%)
$20,000 to $22,499289 (2.2%)367 (3.2%)
$22,500 to $24,999436 (3.4%)706 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999644 (5.0%)729 (6.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999896 (7.0%)884 (7.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999599 (4.6%)786 (6.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999665 (5.2%)751 (6.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999793 (6.2%)431 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,999581 (4.5%)468 (4.1%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,345 (10.4%)827 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999743 (5.8%)714 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,286 (10.0%)868 (7.6%)
$100,000+1,354 (10.5%)677 (5.9%)
Total12,880 (100.0%)11,476 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County

Average earnings in Montgomery County are $46,764 for men and $37,485 for women, a difference of 19.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,239, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,829. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,896, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,234.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,829$19,234
High School Diploma$47,137$31,438
College or Associate's Degree$45,847$36,982
Bachelor's Degree$57,524$56,280
Graduate Degree$70,239$64,896
Total$46,764$37,485

Family Income in Montgomery County

Family Income Brackets in Montgomery County

According to the Montgomery County family income data, there are 2,236 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 397 families (3.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0005224.6%
$10,000 to $14,9993973.5%
$15,000 to $24,9997046.2%
$25,000 to $34,9998517.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991,22610.8%
$50,000 to $74,9991,94117.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991,68014.8%
$100,000 to $149,9992,23619.7%
$150,000 to $199,9999428.3%
$200,000+8637.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Montgomery County

5-person families (718 | 6.3%) account for the highest median family income in Montgomery County with $104,750 per family, while 2-person families (5,573 | 49.1%) have the highest median income of $32,430 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families5,573 (49.1%)$64,860
3-Person Families2,634 (23.2%)$78,482
4-Person Families1,996 (17.6%)$82,256
5-Person Families718 (6.3%)$104,750
6-Person Families223 (2.0%)$78,917
7+ Person Families208 (1.8%)$61,111
Total11,352 (100.0%)$75,529

Family Income by Number of Earners in Montgomery County

The median family income in Montgomery County is $75,529, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,259) having the highest median family income of $140,288, while families with no earners (1,940) have the lowest median family income of $34,435, accounting for 11.1% and 17.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Montgomery County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,940 (17.1%)$34,435
1 Earner3,831 (33.8%)$54,478
2 Earners4,322 (38.1%)$104,798
3+ Earners1,259 (11.1%)$140,288
Total11,352 (100.0%)$75,529

Household Income in Montgomery County

Household Income Brackets in Montgomery County

With 3,254 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Montgomery County, accounting for 17.2% of all households. In contrast, only 889 households (4.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,1546.1%
$10,000 to $14,9998894.7%
$15,000 to $24,9991,8359.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991,8549.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992,59213.7%
$50,000 to $74,9993,25417.2%
$75,000 to $99,9992,40312.7%
$100,000 to $149,9992,81914.9%
$150,000 to $199,9991,1546.1%
$200,000+9655.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Montgomery County

The median household income in Montgomery County is $58,033, with the highest median household income of $72,792 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,494 households (29.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,776, with 5,977 households (31.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years384 (2.0%)$46,042
25 to 44 Years5,494 (29.0%)$72,792
45 to 64 Years7,063 (37.3%)$69,603
65+ Years5,977 (31.6%)$41,776
Total18,918 (100.0%)$58,033

Poverty in Montgomery County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County

With 14.1% poverty level for males and 16.1% for females among the residents of Montgomery County, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 394 males (38.9%) and 75 females (30.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years357 (23.3%)230 (15.1%)
5 Years114 (27.4%)75 (30.4%)
6 to 11 Years354 (19.6%)394 (20.7%)
12 to 14 Years394 (38.9%)117 (14.8%)
15 Years80 (15.9%)120 (26.7%)
16 and 17 Years149 (22.4%)31 (7.2%)
18 to 24 Years172 (8.6%)329 (17.3%)
25 to 34 Years294 (9.5%)418 (14.2%)
35 to 44 Years270 (9.3%)692 (22.9%)
45 to 54 Years326 (10.8%)488 (16.4%)
55 to 64 Years482 (14.2%)520 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years313 (11.6%)293 (11.1%)
75 Years and over124 (9.4%)247 (11.5%)
Total3,429 (14.1%)3,954 (16.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County

According to the poverty statistics in Montgomery County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.4% of males and 92.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,175 (76.7%)1,296 (84.9%)
5 Years302 (72.6%)172 (69.6%)
6 to 11 Years1,449 (80.4%)1,510 (79.3%)
12 to 14 Years619 (61.1%)673 (85.2%)
15 Years423 (84.1%)329 (73.3%)
16 and 17 Years516 (77.6%)402 (92.8%)
18 to 24 Years1,821 (91.4%)1,574 (82.7%)
25 to 34 Years2,811 (90.5%)2,530 (85.8%)
35 to 44 Years2,628 (90.7%)2,324 (77.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,678 (89.1%)2,495 (83.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,919 (85.8%)2,980 (85.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,393 (88.4%)2,355 (88.9%)
75 Years and over1,200 (90.6%)1,902 (88.5%)
Total20,934 (85.9%)20,542 (83.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Montgomery County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Montgomery County show that 6.3% or 505 of the total 7,977 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 13.9%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 69 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Montgomery County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children4,839 (93.0%)365 (7.0%)
1 or 2 Children2,057 (96.8%)69 (3.3%)
3 or 4 Children458 (89.8%)52 (10.2%)
5 or more Children118 (86.1%)19 (13.9%)
Total7,472 (93.7%)505 (6.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Montgomery County

According to the poverty data in Montgomery County, 22.2% or 224 single-father households and 26.7% or 631 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 69 households (77.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Montgomery County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children29 (6.9%)48 (6.4%)
1 or 2 Children126 (25.3%)340 (28.4%)
3 or 4 Children69 (77.5%)225 (56.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total224 (22.2%)631 (26.7%)

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

The poverty data for Montgomery County shows that 505 of the married-couple family households (6.3%) and 855 of the single-parent households (25.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (13.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Montgomery County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children365 (7.0%)77 (6.6%)
1 or 2 Children69 (3.3%)466 (27.5%)
3 or 4 Children52 (10.2%)294 (60.3%)
5 or more Children19 (13.9%)18 (100.0%)
Total505 (6.3%)855 (25.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Montgomery County

Employment by Class of Employer in Montgomery County

Among the 21,665 employed individuals in Montgomery County, private company employees (13,420 | 61.9%), not-for-profit organizations (2,712 | 12.5%), and local government employees (1,935 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Montgomery County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees13,42061.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)6082.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,0795.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,71212.5%
Local Government Employees1,9358.9%
State Government Employees1,4466.7%
Federal Government Employees3581.7%
Unpaid Family Workers1070.5%
Total21,665100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Montgomery County

According to the labor force statistics for Montgomery County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (39,346), 59.7% or 23,490 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 1,386 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 85.0% or 2,519 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.5% or 111 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,054 (43.6%)111 (10.5%)
20 to 24 Years2,189 (83.6%)144 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Years2,519 (85.0%)181 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years2,465 (78.9%)111 (4.5%)
35 to 44 Years4,687 (78.9%)314 (6.7%)
45 to 54 Years4,862 (81.0%)267 (5.5%)
55 to 59 Years2,462 (75.3%)64 (2.6%)
60 to 64 Years1,917 (52.4%)169 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,103 (20.3%)28 (2.5%)
75 Years and over231 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total23,490 (59.7%)1,386 (5.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County

According to labor force statistics for Montgomery County, 75.7% of individuals (18,895) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (24,960) are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 1,096 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 86.3% or 4,749 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.3% or 121 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,458 (57.2%)212 (8.3%)
High School Diploma5,742 (68.5%)436 (5.2%)
College / Associate Degree6,956 (81.6%)469 (5.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,749 (86.3%)347 (6.3%)
Total18,895 (75.7%)1,448 (5.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Montgomery County are Management (2,189 | 9.9%), Community & Social Service (2,108 | 9.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,413 | 6.4%), Education Instruction & Library (1,346 | 6.1%), and Health Technologists (968 | 4.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Montgomery County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Montgomery County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (72.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (65.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (63.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (88.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (75.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,357 (62.0%)832 (38.0%)
Business & Financial253 (35.1%)467 (64.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science539 (65.6%)283 (34.4%)
Computers & Mathematics282 (72.5%)107 (27.5%)
Architecture & Engineering142 (63.7%)81 (36.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science115 (54.8%)95 (45.2%)
Community & Social Service 660 (31.3%)1,448 (68.7%)
Education, Arts & Media221 (51.9%)205 (48.1%)
Legal Services & Support48 (31.0%)107 (69.0%)
Education Instruction & Library332 (24.7%)1,014 (75.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment59 (32.6%)122 (67.4%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating224 (15.9%)1,189 (84.2%)
Health Technologists114 (11.8%)854 (88.2%)
Total (Category)3,033 (41.8%)4,219 (58.2%)
Total (Overall)11,703 (53.0%)10,376 (47.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Montgomery County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,179 | 5.3%), Healthcare Support (1,082 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (903 | 4.1%), Personal Care & Service (507 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (361 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations in Montgomery County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Montgomery County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (88.6%), Security & Protection (75.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (80.9%), Healthcare Support (78.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support237 (21.9%)845 (78.1%)
Security & Protection272 (75.3%)89 (24.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention85 (56.7%)65 (43.3%)
Law Enforcement187 (88.6%)24 (11.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving589 (50.0%)590 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance616 (68.2%)287 (31.8%)
Personal Care & Service97 (19.1%)410 (80.9%)
Total (Category)1,811 (44.9%)2,221 (55.1%)
Total (Overall)11,703 (53.0%)10,376 (47.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Montgomery County are Office & Administration (2,573 | 11.7%), and Sales & Related (1,659 | 7.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Montgomery County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related812 (48.9%)847 (51.0%)
Office & Administration565 (22.0%)2,008 (78.0%)
Total (Category)1,377 (32.5%)2,855 (67.5%)
Total (Overall)11,703 (53.0%)10,376 (47.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Montgomery County are Construction & Extraction (1,272 | 5.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (770 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (199 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Montgomery County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry141 (70.9%)58 (29.1%)
Construction & Extraction1,196 (94.0%)76 (6.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair733 (95.2%)37 (4.8%)
Total (Category)2,070 (92.4%)171 (7.6%)
Total (Overall)11,703 (53.0%)10,376 (47.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Montgomery County are Production (1,877 | 8.5%), Material Moving (1,541 | 7.0%), and Transportation (904 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Montgomery County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,422 (75.8%)455 (24.2%)
Transportation827 (91.5%)77 (8.5%)
Material Moving1,163 (75.5%)378 (24.5%)
Total (Category)3,412 (78.9%)910 (21.1%)
Total (Overall)11,703 (53.0%)10,376 (47.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Montgomery County

Employment Industries in Montgomery County

The major employment industries in Montgomery County include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,807 | 17.2%), Manufacturing (2,727 | 12.3%), Retail Trade (2,712 | 12.3%), Educational Services (2,109 | 9.6%), and Construction (1,703 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Montgomery County

Employment Industries by Sex in Montgomery County

The Montgomery County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (89.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (81.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.3%), and Finance & Insurance (66.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Montgomery County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting418 (80.4%)102 (19.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,528 (89.7%)175 (10.3%)
Manufacturing1,730 (63.4%)997 (36.6%)
Wholesale Trade300 (76.5%)92 (23.5%)
Retail Trade1,441 (53.1%)1,271 (46.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,061 (81.7%)238 (18.3%)
Utilities157 (63.0%)92 (36.9%)
Information177 (61.5%)111 (38.5%)
Finance & Insurance249 (33.5%)494 (66.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing127 (66.5%)64 (33.5%)
Professional & Scientific450 (60.6%)293 (39.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support328 (71.0%)134 (29.0%)
Educational Services741 (35.1%)1,368 (64.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance712 (18.7%)3,095 (81.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation109 (52.7%)98 (47.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services645 (56.6%)494 (43.4%)
Public Administration700 (51.1%)671 (48.9%)
Total11,703 (53.0%)10,376 (47.0%)

Education in Montgomery County

School Enrollment in Montgomery County

The most common levels of schooling among the 10,563 students in Montgomery County are high school (2,602 | 24.6%), middle school (2,557 | 24.2%), and elementary school (2,365 | 22.4%).
School Enrollment in Montgomery County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5905.6%
Kindergarten4994.7%
Elementary School2,36522.4%
Middle School2,55724.2%
High School2,60224.6%
College / Undergraduate1,62815.4%
Graduate / Professional3223.0%
Total10,563100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Montgomery County

Out of a total of 10,563 students who are enrolled in schools in Montgomery County, 1,711 (16.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,852 (83.8%) 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 150 (32.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 412 (93.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Montgomery County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds337 (70.1%)144 (29.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,378 (85.8%)393 (14.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,591 (82.9%)534 (17.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,561 (85.5%)265 (14.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds656 (87.8%)91 (12.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds596 (84.7%)108 (15.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds319 (68.0%)150 (32.0%)
35 Years and over412 (93.6%)28 (6.4%)
Total8,852 (83.8%)1,711 (16.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Montgomery County

Education (1,148 | 15.7%), business (956 | 13.1%), science & technology (777 | 10.6%), psychology (589 | 8.1%), and social sciences (586 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 7,301 individuals in Montgomery County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Montgomery County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3544.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4826.6%
Physical & Health Sciences3134.3%
Psychology5898.1%
Social Sciences5868.0%
Engineering3224.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies540.7%
Science & Technology77710.6%
Business95613.1%
Education1,14815.7%
Literature & Languages4005.5%
Liberal Arts & History3584.9%
Visual & Performing Arts3204.4%
Communications1902.6%
Arts & Humanities4526.2%
Total7,301100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Montgomery County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Montgomery County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Montgomery County are males with 2 vehicles (4,154, accounting for 36.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,900, making up 41.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Montgomery County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle972 (8.5%)592 (5.8%)
1 Vehicle2,426 (21.1%)2,361 (23.3%)
2 Vehicles4,154 (36.1%)3,900 (38.5%)
3 Vehicles2,238 (19.5%)1,882 (18.6%)
4 Vehicles1,417 (12.3%)1,020 (10.1%)
5 or more Vehicles294 (2.6%)375 (3.7%)
Total11,501 (100.0%)10,130 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Montgomery County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Montgomery County are 10 to 14 minutes (3,319 commuters, 16.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (3,136 commuters, 15.7%), and 45 to 59 minutes (2,241 commuters, 11.2%).
Commute Time in Montgomery County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,1465.7%
5 to 9 Minutes3,13615.7%
10 to 14 Minutes3,31916.6%
15 to 19 Minutes1,9329.7%
20 to 24 Minutes1,9039.5%
25 to 29 Minutes1,0975.5%
30 to 34 Minutes2,08810.4%
35 to 39 Minutes7984.0%
40 to 44 Minutes9884.9%
45 to 59 Minutes2,24111.2%
60 to 89 Minutes1,0865.4%
90 or more Minutes2781.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Montgomery County

The most common commute times in Montgomery County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,842 commuters, 17.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,809 commuters, 19.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Montgomery County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes842 (7.8%)304 (3.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,327 (12.3%)1,809 (19.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,842 (17.1%)1,477 (16.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes791 (7.4%)1,141 (12.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,060 (9.9%)843 (9.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes522 (4.9%)575 (6.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,171 (10.9%)917 (9.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes431 (4.0%)367 (4.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes526 (4.9%)462 (5.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,384 (12.9%)857 (9.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes712 (6.6%)374 (4.0%)
90 or more Minutes146 (1.4%)132 (1.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Montgomery County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Montgomery County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,255, 11.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,004, 21.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Montgomery County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM999 (9.3%)428 (4.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM889 (8.3%)284 (3.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,005 (9.3%)453 (4.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM895 (8.3%)630 (6.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,119 (10.4%)743 (8.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,255 (11.7%)2,004 (21.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM825 (7.7%)1,636 (17.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM745 (6.9%)772 (8.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM400 (3.7%)418 (4.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM514 (4.8%)354 (3.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM141 (1.3%)325 (3.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM107 (1.0%)69 (0.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM804 (7.5%)609 (6.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,056 (9.8%)533 (5.8%)
Total10,754 (100.0%)9,258 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Ownership in Montgomery County

Of the total 18,918 dwellings in Montgomery County, owner-occupied units account for 13,001 (68.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,917 (31.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Montgomery County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units13,00168.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5,91731.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units18,918100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Household Size in Montgomery County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6,26333.1%
2-Person Household6,19232.7%
3-Person Household2,86315.1%
4+ Person Household3,60019.0%
Total Housing Units18,918100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Montgomery County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household3,777 (60.3%)2,486 (39.7%)
2-Person Household4,600 (74.3%)1,592 (25.7%)
3-Person Household2,093 (73.1%)770 (26.9%)
4+ Person Household2,531 (70.3%)1,069 (29.7%)
Total Housing Units13,001 (68.7%)5,917 (31.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School793 (44.2%)1,001 (55.8%)
High School Diploma3,799 (61.4%)2,384 (38.6%)
College/Associate Degree5,115 (73.3%)1,859 (26.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,294 (83.0%)673 (17.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Montgomery County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,78414.7%
35 to 44 Years3,09416.4%
45 to 54 Years3,01515.9%
55 to 64 Years4,04821.4%
65 to 74 Years3,63819.2%
75 to 84 Years1,5588.2%
85 Years and Over7814.1%
Total18,918100.0%

Housing Finances in Montgomery County

Median Income by Occupancy in Montgomery County

Median Income by Occupancy in Montgomery County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied13,001 (68.7%)$73,960
Renter-Occupied5,917 (31.3%)$31,688
Average18,918 (100.0%)$58,033

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Montgomery County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000359 (2.8%)389 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $9,999147 (1.1%)255 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $14,999276 (2.1%)604 (10.2%)
$15,000 to $19,999436 (3.4%)545 (9.2%)
$20,000 to $24,999360 (2.8%)488 (8.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999907 (7.0%)940 (15.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,544 (11.9%)1,056 (17.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,568 (19.8%)691 (11.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,822 (14.0%)590 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,611 (20.1%)208 (3.5%)
$150,000 or more1,971 (15.2%)151 (2.5%)
Total13,001 (100.0%)5,917 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Montgomery County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Montgomery County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300508 (3.9%)114 (1.9%)
$300 to $4991,676 (12.9%)494 (8.4%)
$500 to $7993,003 (23.1%)1,533 (25.9%)
$800 to $9991,534 (11.8%)1,879 (31.8%)
$1,000 to $1,4993,305 (25.4%)1,316 (22.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,791 (13.8%)133 (2.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499662 (5.1%)8 (0.1%)
$2,500 to $2,999248 (1.9%)3 (0.1%)
$3,000 or more274 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total13,001 (100.0%)5,917 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Montgomery County

Housing Structures in Montgomery County

Housing Structures in Montgomery County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached11,50360.8%
Single Unit, Attached3261.7%
2 Unit Apartments3,28617.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,2496.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4162.2%
10 or more Apartments8274.4%
Mobile Home / Other1,3116.9%
Total18,918100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Montgomery County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Montgomery County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached10,537 (91.6%)966 (8.4%)
Single Unit, Attached168 (51.5%)158 (48.5%)
2 Unit Apartments1,092 (33.2%)2,194 (66.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments140 (11.2%)1,109 (88.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)416 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments35 (4.2%)792 (95.8%)
Mobile Home / Other1,029 (78.5%)282 (21.5%)
Total13,001 (68.7%)5,917 (31.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Montgomery County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Montgomery County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room17 (0.1%)126 (2.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms115 (0.9%)906 (15.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms3,002 (23.1%)2,745 (46.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms5,623 (43.2%)1,551 (26.2%)
8 or more Rooms4,244 (32.6%)589 (10.0%)
Total13,001 (100.0%)5,917 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Montgomery County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Montgomery County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,468 (42.1%)3,307 (55.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,200 (9.2%)209 (3.5%)
Electricity645 (5.0%)1,501 (25.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene4,137 (31.8%)631 (10.7%)
Coal or Coke165 (1.3%)22 (0.4%)
All other Fuels1,329 (10.2%)214 (3.6%)
No Fuel Used57 (0.4%)33 (0.6%)
Total13,001 (100.0%)5,917 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Montgomery County

Household Vehicle Usage in Montgomery County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle730 (5.6%)1,699 (28.7%)
1 Vehicle4,108 (31.6%)3,004 (50.8%)
2 Vehicles5,066 (39.0%)973 (16.4%)
3 or more Vehicles3,097 (23.8%)241 (4.1%)
Total13,001 (100.0%)5,917 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Montgomery County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Montgomery County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6,3466,655
Median Property Value$109,100$150,600
Median Household Income$57,590$1,436
Monthly Housing Costs$590$272
Real Estate Taxes$3,074$287

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000811 (12.8%)406 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9992,130 (33.6%)1,441 (21.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,901 (45.7%)4,030 (60.6%)
$300,000 to $499,999333 (5.2%)566 (8.5%)
$500,000 to $749,99975 (1.2%)131 (2.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99946 (0.7%)42 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more50 (0.8%)39 (0.6%)
Total6,346 (100.0%)6,655 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000318 (5.0%)355 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999789 (12.4%)188 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999712 (11.2%)283 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999777 (12.2%)195 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,498 (23.6%)767 (11.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999854 (13.5%)1,070 (16.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999863 (13.6%)968 (14.5%)
$150,000 or more535 (8.4%)1,748 (26.3%)
Total6,346 (100.0%)6,655 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Montgomery County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Montgomery County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x3,164 (49.9%)95,442 (1,434.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x919 (14.5%)4,142 (62.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x839 (13.2%)1,125 (16.9%)
4.0x or more1,378 (21.7%)433 (6.5%)
Total6,346 (100.0%)6,655 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800241 (3.8%)46 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,499764 (12.0%)152 (2.3%)
$800 to $1,4994,847 (76.4%)488 (7.3%)
Total6,346 (100.0%)6,655 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years3,462 (92.4%)285 (7.6%)
6 to 18 Years7,629 (91.1%)741 (8.8%)
19 to 25 Years3,303 (91.8%)295 (8.2%)
26 to 34 Years5,206 (92.6%)417 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years5,626 (95.2%)281 (4.8%)
45 to 54 Years5,420 (90.5%)567 (9.5%)
55 to 64 Years6,748 (97.8%)150 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years5,335 (99.7%)19 (0.4%)
75 Years and older3,473 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46,202 (94.4%)2,755 (5.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Montgomery County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born3,462 (92.4%)285 (7.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen7,629 (91.1%)741 (8.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,303 (91.8%)295 (8.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Montgomery County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0006,328 (91.5%)585 (8.5%)
$25,000 to $49,9998,877 (91.0%)874 (9.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,711 (96.2%)308 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,989 (95.5%)328 (4.5%)
$100,000 and over15,826 (96.0%)653 (4.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 62,023 (54.0%)1,594 (42.5%)
6 to 18 Years4,214 (50.3%)3,868 (46.2%)
19 to 25 Years1,291 (35.9%)2,124 (59.0%)
25 to 34 Years2,098 (37.3%)3,345 (59.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,896 (32.1%)3,922 (66.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,401 (23.4%)4,221 (70.5%)
55 to 64 Years2,344 (34.0%)4,931 (71.5%)
65 to 74 Years5,183 (96.8%)3,374 (63.0%)
75 Years and over3,460 (99.6%)1,992 (57.4%)
Total23,910 (48.8%)29,371 (60.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Montgomery County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years343 (7.7%)306 (7.9%)
18 to 34 Years599 (11.7%)514 (10.6%)
35 to 64 Years1,451 (15.6%)1,723 (18.1%)
65 to 74 Years829 (30.6%)777 (29.3%)
75 Years and over663 (50.1%)866 (40.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Montgomery County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (0.5%)25 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years93 (1.8%)47 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years372 (4.0%)180 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years310 (11.5%)275 (10.4%)
75 Years and over289 (21.8%)309 (14.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (0.4%)118 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years118 (2.3%)47 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years168 (1.8%)316 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years167 (6.2%)76 (2.9%)
75 Years and over104 (7.9%)167 (7.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years277 (6.3%)225 (5.8%)
18 to 34 Years342 (6.7%)401 (8.3%)
35 to 64 Years648 (7.0%)629 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years126 (4.7%)126 (4.8%)
75 Years and over146 (11.0%)145 (6.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years39 (0.9%)4 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years99 (1.9%)116 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years706 (7.6%)960 (10.1%)
65 to 74 Years434 (16.0%)608 (23.0%)
75 Years and over338 (25.5%)551 (25.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years34 (0.8%)14 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years10 (0.2%)103 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years271 (2.9%)287 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years139 (5.1%)198 (7.5%)
75 Years and over96 (7.2%)106 (4.9%)

Technology Access in Montgomery County

Computing Device Access in Montgomery County

Computing Device Access in Montgomery County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop13,24670.0%
Smartphone14,54476.9%
Tablet10,70356.6%
No Computing Device2,38512.6%
Total18,918100.0%

Internet Access in Montgomery County

Internet Access in Montgomery County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1160.6%
Broadband Home13,06969.1%
Cellular Data Only1,4527.7%
Satellite Internet8324.4%
No Internet3,70819.6%
Total18,918100.0%

Montgomery County Summary

Montgomery County, New York is located in the central part of the state, and is part of the Mohawk Valley region. It is bordered by Fulton County to the north, Saratoga County to the east, Schenectady County to the south, and Schoharie County to the west. The county seat is the city of Fonda, and the largest city is Amsterdam. The county has a total area of 519 square miles, and a population of 49,977 as of the 2010 census.

History

Montgomery County was formed in 1772 from parts of Albany and Tryon counties. It was named after General Richard Montgomery, who was killed in the Battle of Quebec during the Revolutionary War. The county was originally part of the Mohawk Valley, and was home to the Mohawk and Iroquois tribes. The first settlers arrived in the area in the late 17th century, and the county was officially established in 1772.
During the 19th century, the county was an important center for manufacturing and transportation. The Erie Canal, which opened in 1825, ran through the county, and the Fonda, Johnstown, and Gloversville Railroad opened in 1867. The county was also home to several large tanneries, which produced leather goods for the region.

Geography

Montgomery County is located in the central part of New York State, and is part of the Mohawk Valley region. It is bordered by Fulton County to the north, Saratoga County to the east, Schenectady County to the south, and Schoharie County to the west. The county has a total area of 519 square miles, and is mostly rural and agricultural. The terrain is mostly rolling hills, with the highest point being the summit of the Helderberg Mountains at 1,945 feet.
The county is home to several rivers and streams, including the Mohawk River, Schoharie Creek, and the Cayadutta Creek. The county also contains several lakes, including the Great Sacandaga Lake, the largest lake in the county.

Economy

The economy of Montgomery County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large farms, which produce dairy, beef, and poultry products. The county is also home to several large manufacturing companies, including the Fonda-Johnstown-Gloversville Leather Company, which produces leather goods.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Great Sacandaga Lake, the Fonda Speedway, and the Saratoga Raceway. The county is also home to several state parks, including the John Boyd Thacher State Park and the Saratoga National Historical Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Montgomery County had a population of 49,977. The racial makeup of the county was 94.2% White, 2.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $22,945. About 8.7% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Montgomery County?
Total Population of Montgomery County is 49,624.
What is the Total Male Population of Montgomery County?
Total Male Population of Montgomery County is 24,788.
What is the Total Female Population of Montgomery County?
Total Female Population of Montgomery County is 24,836.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Montgomery County?
There are 99.81 Males per 100 Females in Montgomery County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Montgomery County?
There are 100.19 Females per 100 Males in Montgomery County.
What is the Median Population Age in Montgomery County?
Median Population Age in Montgomery County is 40.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Montgomery County
Average Family Size in Montgomery County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Montgomery County
Average Household Size in Montgomery County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Montgomery County?
Per Capita income in Montgomery County is $29,961.
What is the Median Family Income in Montgomery County?
Median Family Income in Montgomery County is $75,529.
What is the Median Household income in Montgomery County?
Median Household Income in Montgomery County is $58,033.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Montgomery County?
Income or Wage Gap in Montgomery County is 19.6%.
Women in Montgomery County earn 80.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Montgomery County?
Family Income Deficit in Montgomery County is $11,928.
Families that are below poverty line in Montgomery County earn $11,928 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Montgomery County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Montgomery County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Montgomery County?
There are 23,490 People in the Labor Forcein in Montgomery County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Montgomery County?
59.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Montgomery County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Montgomery County?
Unemployment Rate in Montgomery County is 5.9%.