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 | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 390 | 0.8% |
Black / African American | 1,580 | 3.2% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 9 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 7,650 | 15.4% |
Native / Alaskan | 305 | 0.6% |
White / Caucasian | 41,127 | 82.9% |
Two or more Races | 2,979 | 6.0% |
Some other Race | 3,234 | 6.5% |
Total | 49,624 | 100.0% |
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 | # Population | % Population |
African | 69 | 0.1% |
Albanian | 1 | 0.0% |
American | 3,721 | 7.5% |
Apache | 2 | 0.0% |
Arab | 150 | 0.3% |
Argentinean | 4 | 0.0% |
Armenian | 52 | 0.1% |
Austrian | 43 | 0.1% |
Belgian | 20 | 0.0% |
Bhutanese | 51 | 0.1% |
Blackfeet | 63 | 0.1% |
British | 144 | 0.3% |
British West Indian | 8 | 0.0% |
Burmese | 31 | 0.1% |
Canadian | 39 | 0.1% |
Central American | 229 | 0.5% |
Central American Indian | 122 | 0.3% |
Cherokee | 36 | 0.1% |
Chippewa | 9 | 0.0% |
Colombian | 129 | 0.3% |
Costa Rican | 91 | 0.2% |
Croatian | 10 | 0.0% |
Cuban | 105 | 0.2% |
Czech | 105 | 0.2% |
Czechoslovakian | 17 | 0.0% |
Danish | 33 | 0.1% |
Dominican | 195 | 0.4% |
Dutch | 2,116 | 4.3% |
Eastern European | 161 | 0.3% |
Ecuadorian | 24 | 0.1% |
English | 4,487 | 9.0% |
European | 246 | 0.5% |
Finnish | 24 | 0.1% |
French | 1,711 | 3.5% |
French American Indian | 7 | 0.0% |
French Canadian | 576 | 1.2% |
German | 8,261 | 16.7% |
Greek | 242 | 0.5% |
Guamanian / Chamorro | 6 | 0.0% |
Guatemalan | 29 | 0.1% |
Guyanese | 26 | 0.1% |
Haitian | 84 | 0.2% |
Honduran | 21 | 0.0% |
Hungarian | 74 | 0.2% |
Indian (Asian) | 69 | 0.1% |
Indonesian | 73 | 0.2% |
Irish | 5,883 | 11.9% |
Iroquois | 99 | 0.2% |
Israeli | 1 | 0.0% |
Italian | 7,005 | 14.1% |
Jamaican | 91 | 0.2% |
Korean | 108 | 0.2% |
Laotian | 19 | 0.0% |
Lebanese | 73 | 0.2% |
Lithuanian | 383 | 0.8% |
Mexican | 1,029 | 2.1% |
Mexican American Indian | 147 | 0.3% |
Nicaraguan | 6 | 0.0% |
Nigerian | 23 | 0.1% |
Northern European | 11 | 0.0% |
Norwegian | 373 | 0.7% |
Pakistani | 111 | 0.2% |
Panamanian | 82 | 0.2% |
Pennsylvania German | 18 | 0.0% |
Peruvian | 120 | 0.2% |
Polish | 4,445 | 9.0% |
Portuguese | 174 | 0.4% |
Puerto Rican | 5,428 | 10.9% |
Romanian | 12 | 0.0% |
Russian | 113 | 0.2% |
Samoan | 3 | 0.0% |
Scandinavian | 64 | 0.1% |
Scotch-Irish | 135 | 0.3% |
Scottish | 741 | 1.5% |
Serbian | 44 | 0.1% |
Slavic | 4 | 0.0% |
Slovak | 62 | 0.1% |
South American | 285 | 0.6% |
Spaniard | 94 | 0.2% |
Spanish | 42 | 0.1% |
Sri Lankan | 41 | 0.1% |
Subsaharan African | 92 | 0.2% |
Swedish | 124 | 0.3% |
Swiss | 732 | 1.5% |
Syrian | 8 | 0.0% |
Thai | 11 | 0.0% |
Ukrainian | 469 | 0.9% |
Venezuelan | 3 | 0.0% |
Welsh | 310 | 0.6% |
West Indian | 123 | 0.3% | View All 90 Rows |
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.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Africa | 12 | 0.0% |
Argentina | 4 | 0.0% |
Armenia | 18 | 0.0% |
Asia | 345 | 0.7% |
Belgium | 4 | 0.0% |
Canada | 66 | 0.1% |
Caribbean | 225 | 0.4% |
Central America | 323 | 0.6% |
China | 35 | 0.1% |
Colombia | 64 | 0.1% |
Costa Rica | 61 | 0.1% |
Cuba | 8 | 0.0% |
Denmark | 2 | 0.0% |
Dominican Republic | 107 | 0.2% |
Eastern Asia | 39 | 0.1% |
Eastern Europe | 259 | 0.5% |
England | 17 | 0.0% |
Europe | 497 | 1.0% |
France | 6 | 0.0% |
Germany | 50 | 0.1% |
Guatemala | 31 | 0.1% |
Guyana | 9 | 0.0% |
Honduras | 16 | 0.0% |
Hong Kong | 22 | 0.0% |
Hungary | 9 | 0.0% |
India | 8 | 0.0% |
Indonesia | 9 | 0.0% |
Ireland | 5 | 0.0% |
Israel | 8 | 0.0% |
Italy | 95 | 0.2% |
Jamaica | 66 | 0.1% |
Korea | 4 | 0.0% |
Latin America | 627 | 1.3% |
Latvia | 4 | 0.0% |
Mexico | 192 | 0.4% |
Netherlands | 13 | 0.0% |
Nigeria | 9 | 0.0% |
Northern Europe | 70 | 0.1% |
Norway | 14 | 0.0% |
Pakistan | 20 | 0.0% |
Panama | 23 | 0.1% |
Peru | 2 | 0.0% |
Philippines | 35 | 0.1% |
Poland | 72 | 0.2% |
Romania | 2 | 0.0% |
Russia | 35 | 0.1% |
South America | 79 | 0.2% |
South Central Asia | 100 | 0.2% |
South Eastern Asia | 180 | 0.4% |
Southern Europe | 95 | 0.2% |
Thailand | 49 | 0.1% |
Trinidad and Tobago | 40 | 0.1% |
Ukraine | 136 | 0.3% |
Uzbekistan | 55 | 0.1% |
Vietnam | 37 | 0.1% |
Western Africa | 9 | 0.0% |
Western Asia | 26 | 0.1% |
Western Europe | 73 | 0.2% | View All 58 Rows |
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.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 1,556 (6.3%) | 1,528 (6.1%) |
5 to 9 Years | 1,531 (6.2%) | 1,496 (6.0%) |
10 to 14 Years | 1,725 (7.0%) | 1,489 (6.0%) |
15 to 19 Years | 1,839 (7.4%) | 1,532 (6.2%) |
20 to 24 Years | 1,344 (5.4%) | 1,275 (5.1%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,532 (6.2%) | 1,432 (5.8%) |
30 to 34 Years | 1,600 (6.5%) | 1,524 (6.1%) |
35 to 39 Years | 1,541 (6.2%) | 1,528 (6.1%) |
40 to 44 Years | 1,384 (5.6%) | 1,488 (6.0%) |
45 to 49 Years | 1,439 (5.8%) | 1,460 (5.9%) |
50 to 54 Years | 1,581 (6.4%) | 1,523 (6.1%) |
55 to 59 Years | 1,530 (6.2%) | 1,739 (7.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,871 (7.5%) | 1,788 (7.2%) |
65 to 69 Years | 1,641 (6.6%) | 1,508 (6.1%) |
70 to 74 Years | 1,122 (4.5%) | 1,161 (4.7%) |
75 to 79 Years | 623 (2.5%) | 873 (3.5%) |
80 to 84 Years | 355 (1.4%) | 637 (2.6%) |
85 Years and over | 574 (2.3%) | 855 (3.4%) |
Total | 24,788 (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.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 7,977 (70.3%) | 3.27 |
Single Male/Father | 1,011 (8.9%) | 3.30 |
Single Female/Mother | 2,364 (20.8%) | 3.43 |
Total Families | 11,352 (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.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 7,977 (42.2%) | 3.29 |
Single Male/Father | 1,011 (5.3%) | 4.00 |
Single Female/Mother | 2,364 (12.5%) | 3.73 |
Non-family | 7,566 (40.0%) | 1.24 |
Total Households | 18,918 (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 | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 6,263 (33.1%) |
2-Person Households | 4,993 (26.4%) | 1,199 (6.3%) |
3-Person Households | 2,790 (14.7%) | 73 (0.4%) |
4-Person Households | 2,165 (11.4%) | 31 (0.2%) |
5-Person Households | 934 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 232 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 238 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 11,352 (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.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 21 (3.6%) | 14.0 |
20 to 34 years | 380 (64.5%) | 90.0 |
35 to 50 years | 188 (31.9%) | 40.0 |
Total | 589 (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.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 304 (80.0%) | 76 (20.0%) |
35 to 50 years | 117 (62.2%) | 71 (37.8%) |
Total | 421 (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.
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 85 (14.4%) | 46.0 |
High School Diploma | 136 (23.1%) | 53.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 219 (37.2%) | 63.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 61 (10.4%) | 41.0 |
Graduate Degree | 88 (14.9%) | 76.0 |
Total | 589 (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.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 48 (56.5%) | 37 (43.5%) |
High School Diploma | 82 (60.3%) | 54 (39.7%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 157 (71.7%) | 62 (28.3%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 46 (75.4%) | 15 (24.6%) |
Graduate Degree | 88 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 421 (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.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 49,624 | $29,961 |
Median Family Income | 11,352 | $75,529 |
Mean Family Income | 11,352 | $89,726 |
Median Household Income | 18,918 | $58,033 |
Mean Household Income | 18,918 | $74,504 |
Income Deficit | 11,352 | $11,928 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 49,624 | 19.60% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 49,624 | 80.40¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 49,624 | 0.43 |
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%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 12,880 (52.9%) | $42,228 |
Female | 11,476 (47.1%) | $33,951 |
Total | 24,356 (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%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 640 (5.0%) | 735 (6.4%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 461 (3.6%) | 510 (4.4%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 454 (3.5%) | 379 (3.3%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 400 (3.1%) | 310 (2.7%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 342 (2.7%) | 319 (2.8%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 301 (2.3%) | 282 (2.5%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 280 (2.2%) | 375 (3.3%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 371 (2.9%) | 358 (3.1%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 289 (2.2%) | 367 (3.2%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 436 (3.4%) | 706 (6.1%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 644 (5.0%) | 729 (6.4%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 896 (7.0%) | 884 (7.7%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 599 (4.6%) | 786 (6.9%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 665 (5.2%) | 751 (6.5%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 793 (6.2%) | 431 (3.8%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 581 (4.5%) | 468 (4.1%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 1,345 (10.4%) | 827 (7.2%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 743 (5.8%) | 714 (6.2%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,286 (10.0%) | 868 (7.6%) |
$100,000+ | 1,354 (10.5%) | 677 (5.9%) |
Total | 12,880 (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.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female 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.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 522 | 4.6% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 397 | 3.5% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 704 | 6.2% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 851 | 7.5% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 1,226 | 10.8% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,941 | 17.1% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,680 | 14.8% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 2,236 | 19.7% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 942 | 8.3% |
$200,000+ | 863 | 7.6% |
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.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 5,573 (49.1%) | $64,860 |
3-Person Families | 2,634 (23.2%) | $78,482 |
4-Person Families | 1,996 (17.6%) | $82,256 |
5-Person Families | 718 (6.3%) | $104,750 |
6-Person Families | 223 (2.0%) | $78,917 |
7+ Person Families | 208 (1.8%) | $61,111 |
Total | 11,352 (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.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 1,940 (17.1%) | $34,435 |
1 Earner | 3,831 (33.8%) | $54,478 |
2 Earners | 4,322 (38.1%) | $104,798 |
3+ Earners | 1,259 (11.1%) | $140,288 |
Total | 11,352 (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.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 1,154 | 6.1% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 889 | 4.7% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 1,835 | 9.7% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 1,854 | 9.8% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 2,592 | 13.7% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 3,254 | 17.2% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2,403 | 12.7% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 2,819 | 14.9% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 1,154 | 6.1% |
$200,000+ | 965 | 5.1% |
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.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 384 (2.0%) | $46,042 |
25 to 44 Years | 5,494 (29.0%) | $72,792 |
45 to 64 Years | 7,063 (37.3%) | $69,603 |
65+ Years | 5,977 (31.6%) | $41,776 |
Total | 18,918 (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.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 357 (23.3%) | 230 (15.1%) |
5 Years | 114 (27.4%) | 75 (30.4%) |
6 to 11 Years | 354 (19.6%) | 394 (20.7%) |
12 to 14 Years | 394 (38.9%) | 117 (14.8%) |
15 Years | 80 (15.9%) | 120 (26.7%) |
16 and 17 Years | 149 (22.4%) | 31 (7.2%) |
18 to 24 Years | 172 (8.6%) | 329 (17.3%) |
25 to 34 Years | 294 (9.5%) | 418 (14.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 270 (9.3%) | 692 (22.9%) |
45 to 54 Years | 326 (10.8%) | 488 (16.4%) |
55 to 64 Years | 482 (14.2%) | 520 (14.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 313 (11.6%) | 293 (11.1%) |
75 Years and over | 124 (9.4%) | 247 (11.5%) |
Total | 3,429 (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.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 1,175 (76.7%) | 1,296 (84.9%) |
5 Years | 302 (72.6%) | 172 (69.6%) |
6 to 11 Years | 1,449 (80.4%) | 1,510 (79.3%) |
12 to 14 Years | 619 (61.1%) | 673 (85.2%) |
15 Years | 423 (84.1%) | 329 (73.3%) |
16 and 17 Years | 516 (77.6%) | 402 (92.8%) |
18 to 24 Years | 1,821 (91.4%) | 1,574 (82.7%) |
25 to 34 Years | 2,811 (90.5%) | 2,530 (85.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,628 (90.7%) | 2,324 (77.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2,678 (89.1%) | 2,495 (83.6%) |
55 to 64 Years | 2,919 (85.8%) | 2,980 (85.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 2,393 (88.4%) | 2,355 (88.9%) |
75 Years and over | 1,200 (90.6%) | 1,902 (88.5%) |
Total | 20,934 (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.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 4,839 (93.0%) | 365 (7.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 2,057 (96.8%) | 69 (3.3%) |
3 or 4 Children | 458 (89.8%) | 52 (10.2%) |
5 or more Children | 118 (86.1%) | 19 (13.9%) |
Total | 7,472 (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.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 29 (6.9%) | 48 (6.4%) |
1 or 2 Children | 126 (25.3%) | 340 (28.4%) |
3 or 4 Children | 69 (77.5%) | 225 (56.4%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
Total | 224 (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.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 365 (7.0%) | 77 (6.6%) |
1 or 2 Children | 69 (3.3%) | 466 (27.5%) |
3 or 4 Children | 52 (10.2%) | 294 (60.3%) |
5 or more Children | 19 (13.9%) | 18 (100.0%) |
Total | 505 (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.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 13,420 | 61.9% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 608 | 2.8% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,079 | 5.0% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,712 | 12.5% |
Local Government Employees | 1,935 | 8.9% |
State Government Employees | 1,446 | 6.7% |
Federal Government Employees | 358 | 1.7% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 107 | 0.5% |
Total | 21,665 | 100.0% |
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.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 1,054 (43.6%) | 111 (10.5%) |
20 to 24 Years | 2,189 (83.6%) | 144 (6.6%) |
25 to 29 Years | 2,519 (85.0%) | 181 (7.2%) |
30 to 34 Years | 2,465 (78.9%) | 111 (4.5%) |
35 to 44 Years | 4,687 (78.9%) | 314 (6.7%) |
45 to 54 Years | 4,862 (81.0%) | 267 (5.5%) |
55 to 59 Years | 2,462 (75.3%) | 64 (2.6%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,917 (52.4%) | 169 (8.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,103 (20.3%) | 28 (2.5%) |
75 Years and over | 231 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 23,490 (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.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 1,458 (57.2%) | 212 (8.3%) |
High School Diploma | 5,742 (68.5%) | 436 (5.2%) |
College / Associate Degree | 6,956 (81.6%) | 469 (5.5%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,749 (86.3%) | 347 (6.3%) |
Total | 18,895 (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 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%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 1,357 (62.0%) | 832 (38.0%) |
Business & Financial | 253 (35.1%) | 467 (64.9%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 539 (65.6%) | 283 (34.4%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 282 (72.5%) | 107 (27.5%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 142 (63.7%) | 81 (36.3%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 115 (54.8%) | 95 (45.2%) |
Community & Social Service | 660 (31.3%) | 1,448 (68.7%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 221 (51.9%) | 205 (48.1%) |
Legal Services & Support | 48 (31.0%) | 107 (69.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 332 (24.7%) | 1,014 (75.3%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 59 (32.6%) | 122 (67.4%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 224 (15.9%) | 1,189 (84.2%) |
Health Technologists | 114 (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 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%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 237 (21.9%) | 845 (78.1%) |
Security & Protection | 272 (75.3%) | 89 (24.6%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 85 (56.7%) | 65 (43.3%) |
Law Enforcement | 187 (88.6%) | 24 (11.4%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 589 (50.0%) | 590 (50.0%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 616 (68.2%) | 287 (31.8%) |
Personal Care & Service | 97 (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 by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 812 (48.9%) | 847 (51.0%) |
Office & Administration | 565 (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 by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 141 (70.9%) | 58 (29.1%) |
Construction & Extraction | 1,196 (94.0%) | 76 (6.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 733 (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 by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 1,422 (75.8%) | 455 (24.2%) |
Transportation | 827 (91.5%) | 77 (8.5%) |
Material Moving | 1,163 (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 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%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 418 (80.4%) | 102 (19.6%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 1,528 (89.7%) | 175 (10.3%) |
Manufacturing | 1,730 (63.4%) | 997 (36.6%) |
Wholesale Trade | 300 (76.5%) | 92 (23.5%) |
Retail Trade | 1,441 (53.1%) | 1,271 (46.9%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 1,061 (81.7%) | 238 (18.3%) |
Utilities | 157 (63.0%) | 92 (36.9%) |
Information | 177 (61.5%) | 111 (38.5%) |
Finance & Insurance | 249 (33.5%) | 494 (66.5%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 127 (66.5%) | 64 (33.5%) |
Professional & Scientific | 450 (60.6%) | 293 (39.4%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 328 (71.0%) | 134 (29.0%) |
Educational Services | 741 (35.1%) | 1,368 (64.9%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 712 (18.7%) | 3,095 (81.3%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 109 (52.7%) | 98 (47.3%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 645 (56.6%) | 494 (43.4%) |
Public Administration | 700 (51.1%) | 671 (48.9%) |
Total | 11,703 (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 Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 590 | 5.6% |
Kindergarten | 499 | 4.7% |
Elementary School | 2,365 | 22.4% |
Middle School | 2,557 | 24.2% |
High School | 2,602 | 24.6% |
College / Undergraduate | 1,628 | 15.4% |
Graduate / Professional | 322 | 3.0% |
Total | 10,563 | 100.0% |
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.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 337 (70.1%) | 144 (29.9%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 2,378 (85.8%) | 393 (14.2%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,591 (82.9%) | 534 (17.1%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,561 (85.5%) | 265 (14.5%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 656 (87.8%) | 91 (12.2%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 596 (84.7%) | 108 (15.3%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 319 (68.0%) | 150 (32.0%) |
35 Years and over | 412 (93.6%) | 28 (6.4%) |
Total | 8,852 (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.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 354 | 4.9% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 482 | 6.6% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 313 | 4.3% |
Psychology | 589 | 8.1% |
Social Sciences | 586 | 8.0% |
Engineering | 322 | 4.4% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 54 | 0.7% |
Science & Technology | 777 | 10.6% |
Business | 956 | 13.1% |
Education | 1,148 | 15.7% |
Literature & Languages | 400 | 5.5% |
Liberal Arts & History | 358 | 4.9% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 320 | 4.4% |
Communications | 190 | 2.6% |
Arts & Humanities | 452 | 6.2% |
Total | 7,301 | 100.0% |
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%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 972 (8.5%) | 592 (5.8%) |
1 Vehicle | 2,426 (21.1%) | 2,361 (23.3%) |
2 Vehicles | 4,154 (36.1%) | 3,900 (38.5%) |
3 Vehicles | 2,238 (19.5%) | 1,882 (18.6%) |
4 Vehicles | 1,417 (12.3%) | 1,020 (10.1%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 294 (2.6%) | 375 (3.7%) |
Total | 11,501 (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 | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 1,146 | 5.7% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 3,136 | 15.7% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 3,319 | 16.6% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 1,932 | 9.7% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 1,903 | 9.5% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 1,097 | 5.5% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 2,088 | 10.4% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 798 | 4.0% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 988 | 4.9% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 2,241 | 11.2% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 1,086 | 5.4% |
90 or more Minutes | 278 | 1.4% |
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 | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 842 (7.8%) | 304 (3.3%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 1,327 (12.3%) | 1,809 (19.5%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 1,842 (17.1%) | 1,477 (16.0%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 791 (7.4%) | 1,141 (12.3%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 1,060 (9.9%) | 843 (9.1%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 522 (4.9%) | 575 (6.2%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 1,171 (10.9%) | 917 (9.9%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 431 (4.0%) | 367 (4.0%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 526 (4.9%) | 462 (5.0%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 1,384 (12.9%) | 857 (9.3%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 712 (6.6%) | 374 (4.0%) |
90 or more Minutes | 146 (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 | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 999 (9.3%) | 428 (4.6%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 889 (8.3%) | 284 (3.1%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,005 (9.3%) | 453 (4.9%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 895 (8.3%) | 630 (6.8%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,119 (10.4%) | 743 (8.0%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,255 (11.7%) | 2,004 (21.6%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 825 (7.7%) | 1,636 (17.7%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 745 (6.9%) | 772 (8.3%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 400 (3.7%) | 418 (4.5%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 514 (4.8%) | 354 (3.8%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 141 (1.3%) | 325 (3.5%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 107 (1.0%) | 69 (0.7%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 804 (7.5%) | 609 (6.6%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,056 (9.8%) | 533 (5.8%) |
Total | 10,754 (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 | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 13,001 | 68.7% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 5,917 | 31.3% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 18,918 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Montgomery County
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 6,263 | 33.1% |
2-Person Household | 6,192 | 32.7% |
3-Person Household | 2,863 | 15.1% |
4+ Person Household | 3,600 | 19.0% |
Total Housing Units | 18,918 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Montgomery County
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 3,777 (60.3%) | 2,486 (39.7%) |
2-Person Household | 4,600 (74.3%) | 1,592 (25.7%) |
3-Person Household | 2,093 (73.1%) | 770 (26.9%) |
4+ Person Household | 2,531 (70.3%) | 1,069 (29.7%) |
Total Housing Units | 13,001 (68.7%) | 5,917 (31.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 793 (44.2%) | 1,001 (55.8%) |
High School Diploma | 3,799 (61.4%) | 2,384 (38.6%) |
College/Associate Degree | 5,115 (73.3%) | 1,859 (26.7%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,294 (83.0%) | 673 (17.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Montgomery County
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 2,784 | 14.7% |
35 to 44 Years | 3,094 | 16.4% |
45 to 54 Years | 3,015 | 15.9% |
55 to 64 Years | 4,048 | 21.4% |
65 to 74 Years | 3,638 | 19.2% |
75 to 84 Years | 1,558 | 8.2% |
85 Years and Over | 781 | 4.1% |
Total | 18,918 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Montgomery County
Median Income by Occupancy in Montgomery County
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 13,001 (68.7%) | $73,960 |
Renter-Occupied | 5,917 (31.3%) | $31,688 |
Average | 18,918 (100.0%) | $58,033 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Montgomery County
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 359 (2.8%) | 389 (6.6%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 147 (1.1%) | 255 (4.3%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 276 (2.1%) | 604 (10.2%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 436 (3.4%) | 545 (9.2%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 360 (2.8%) | 488 (8.3%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 907 (7.0%) | 940 (15.9%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 1,544 (11.9%) | 1,056 (17.8%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 2,568 (19.8%) | 691 (11.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,822 (14.0%) | 590 (10.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 2,611 (20.1%) | 208 (3.5%) |
$150,000 or more | 1,971 (15.2%) | 151 (2.5%) |
Total | 13,001 (100.0%) | 5,917 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Montgomery County
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 508 (3.9%) | 114 (1.9%) |
$300 to $499 | 1,676 (12.9%) | 494 (8.4%) |
$500 to $799 | 3,003 (23.1%) | 1,533 (25.9%) |
$800 to $999 | 1,534 (11.8%) | 1,879 (31.8%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 3,305 (25.4%) | 1,316 (22.2%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 1,791 (13.8%) | 133 (2.2%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 662 (5.1%) | 8 (0.1%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 248 (1.9%) | 3 (0.1%) |
$3,000 or more | 274 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 13,001 (100.0%) | 5,917 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Montgomery County
Housing Structures in Montgomery County
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 11,503 | 60.8% |
Single Unit, Attached | 326 | 1.7% |
2 Unit Apartments | 3,286 | 17.4% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,249 | 6.6% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 416 | 2.2% |
10 or more Apartments | 827 | 4.4% |
Mobile Home / Other | 1,311 | 6.9% |
Total | 18,918 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Montgomery County
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 10,537 (91.6%) | 966 (8.4%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 168 (51.5%) | 158 (48.5%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 1,092 (33.2%) | 2,194 (66.8%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 140 (11.2%) | 1,109 (88.8%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 416 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 35 (4.2%) | 792 (95.8%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 1,029 (78.5%) | 282 (21.5%) |
Total | 13,001 (68.7%) | 5,917 (31.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Montgomery County
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 17 (0.1%) | 126 (2.1%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 115 (0.9%) | 906 (15.3%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 3,002 (23.1%) | 2,745 (46.4%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 5,623 (43.2%) | 1,551 (26.2%) |
8 or more Rooms | 4,244 (32.6%) | 589 (10.0%) |
Total | 13,001 (100.0%) | 5,917 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Montgomery County
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 5,468 (42.1%) | 3,307 (55.9%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,200 (9.2%) | 209 (3.5%) |
Electricity | 645 (5.0%) | 1,501 (25.4%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4,137 (31.8%) | 631 (10.7%) |
Coal or Coke | 165 (1.3%) | 22 (0.4%) |
All other Fuels | 1,329 (10.2%) | 214 (3.6%) |
No Fuel Used | 57 (0.4%) | 33 (0.6%) |
Total | 13,001 (100.0%) | 5,917 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Montgomery County
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 730 (5.6%) | 1,699 (28.7%) |
1 Vehicle | 4,108 (31.6%) | 3,004 (50.8%) |
2 Vehicles | 5,066 (39.0%) | 973 (16.4%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 3,097 (23.8%) | 241 (4.1%) |
Total | 13,001 (100.0%) | 5,917 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Montgomery County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Montgomery County
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 6,346 | 6,655 |
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 | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 811 (12.8%) | 406 (6.1%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 2,130 (33.6%) | 1,441 (21.6%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 2,901 (45.7%) | 4,030 (60.6%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 333 (5.2%) | 566 (8.5%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 75 (1.2%) | 131 (2.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 46 (0.7%) | 42 (0.6%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 50 (0.8%) | 39 (0.6%) |
Total | 6,346 (100.0%) | 6,655 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 318 (5.0%) | 355 (5.3%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 789 (12.4%) | 188 (2.8%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 712 (11.2%) | 283 (4.3%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 777 (12.2%) | 195 (2.9%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,498 (23.6%) | 767 (11.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 854 (13.5%) | 1,070 (16.1%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 863 (13.6%) | 968 (14.5%) |
$150,000 or more | 535 (8.4%) | 1,748 (26.3%) |
Total | 6,346 (100.0%) | 6,655 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Montgomery County
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 3,164 (49.9%) | 95,442 (1,434.1%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 919 (14.5%) | 4,142 (62.2%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 839 (13.2%) | 1,125 (16.9%) |
4.0x or more | 1,378 (21.7%) | 433 (6.5%) |
Total | 6,346 (100.0%) | 6,655 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 241 (3.8%) | 46 (0.7%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 764 (12.0%) | 152 (2.3%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 4,847 (76.4%) | 488 (7.3%) |
Total | 6,346 (100.0%) | 6,655 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Montgomery County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 3,462 (92.4%) | 285 (7.6%) |
6 to 18 Years | 7,629 (91.1%) | 741 (8.8%) |
19 to 25 Years | 3,303 (91.8%) | 295 (8.2%) |
26 to 34 Years | 5,206 (92.6%) | 417 (7.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 5,626 (95.2%) | 281 (4.8%) |
45 to 54 Years | 5,420 (90.5%) | 567 (9.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 6,748 (97.8%) | 150 (2.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 5,335 (99.7%) | 19 (0.4%) |
75 Years and older | 3,473 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 46,202 (94.4%) | 2,755 (5.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Montgomery County
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 3,462 (92.4%) | 285 (7.6%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,629 (91.1%) | 741 (8.8%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,303 (91.8%) | 295 (8.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Montgomery County
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 6,328 (91.5%) | 585 (8.5%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 8,877 (91.0%) | 874 (9.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 7,711 (96.2%) | 308 (3.8%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 6,989 (95.5%) | 328 (4.5%) |
$100,000 and over | 15,826 (96.0%) | 653 (4.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 2,023 (54.0%) | 1,594 (42.5%) |
6 to 18 Years | 4,214 (50.3%) | 3,868 (46.2%) |
19 to 25 Years | 1,291 (35.9%) | 2,124 (59.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 2,098 (37.3%) | 3,345 (59.5%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,896 (32.1%) | 3,922 (66.4%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,401 (23.4%) | 4,221 (70.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 2,344 (34.0%) | 4,931 (71.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 5,183 (96.8%) | 3,374 (63.0%) |
75 Years and over | 3,460 (99.6%) | 1,992 (57.4%) |
Total | 23,910 (48.8%) | 29,371 (60.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Montgomery County
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 343 (7.7%) | 306 (7.9%) |
18 to 34 Years | 599 (11.7%) | 514 (10.6%) |
35 to 64 Years | 1,451 (15.6%) | 1,723 (18.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 829 (30.6%) | 777 (29.3%) |
75 Years and over | 663 (50.1%) | 866 (40.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Montgomery County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 22 (0.5%) | 25 (0.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 93 (1.8%) | 47 (1.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 372 (4.0%) | 180 (1.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 310 (11.5%) | 275 (10.4%) |
75 Years and over | 289 (21.8%) | 309 (14.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 16 (0.4%) | 118 (3.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 118 (2.3%) | 47 (1.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 168 (1.8%) | 316 (3.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 167 (6.2%) | 76 (2.9%) |
75 Years and over | 104 (7.9%) | 167 (7.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 277 (6.3%) | 225 (5.8%) |
18 to 34 Years | 342 (6.7%) | 401 (8.3%) |
35 to 64 Years | 648 (7.0%) | 629 (6.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 126 (4.7%) | 126 (4.8%) |
75 Years and over | 146 (11.0%) | 145 (6.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 39 (0.9%) | 4 (0.1%) |
18 to 34 Years | 99 (1.9%) | 116 (2.4%) |
35 to 64 Years | 706 (7.6%) | 960 (10.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 434 (16.0%) | 608 (23.0%) |
75 Years and over | 338 (25.5%) | 551 (25.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 34 (0.8%) | 14 (0.4%) |
18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.2%) | 103 (2.1%) |
35 to 64 Years | 271 (2.9%) | 287 (3.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 139 (5.1%) | 198 (7.5%) |
75 Years and over | 96 (7.2%) | 106 (4.9%) |
Technology Access in Montgomery County
Computing Device Access in Montgomery County
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 13,246 | 70.0% |
Smartphone | 14,544 | 76.9% |
Tablet | 10,703 | 56.6% |
No Computing Device | 2,385 | 12.6% |
Total | 18,918 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Montgomery County
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 116 | 0.6% |
Broadband Home | 13,069 | 69.1% |
Cellular Data Only | 1,452 | 7.7% |
Satellite Internet | 832 | 4.4% |
No Internet | 3,708 | 19.6% |
Total | 18,918 | 100.0% |
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%.