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12,668
TOTAL POPULATION
6,702
MALE POPULATION
5,966
FEMALE POPULATION
112.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,775
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,161
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,800
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,548
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,838
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Dunkirk Zip Codes

Dunkirk Area Codes

Race in Dunkirk

The most populous races in Dunkirk are White / Caucasian (8,743 | 69.0%), Hispanic or Latino (3,495 | 27.6%), and Two or more Races (1,368 | 10.8%).
Race in Dunkirk
Race# Population% Population
Asian140.1%
Black / African American1,1629.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,49527.6%
Native / Alaskan700.5%
White / Caucasian8,74369.0%
Two or more Races1,36810.8%
Some other Race1,31110.3%
Total12,668100.0%

Ancestry in Dunkirk

The most populous ancestries reported in Dunkirk are Puerto Rican (2,830 | 22.3%), Polish (2,627 | 20.7%), German (1,991 | 15.7%), Irish (1,346 | 10.6%), and Italian (1,291 | 10.2%), together accounting for 79.6% of all Dunkirk residents.
Ancestry in Dunkirk
Ancestry# Population% Population
Albanian290.2%
American4853.8%
Arab80.1%
Austrian300.2%
Bhutanese110.1%
British980.8%
Canadian100.1%
Central American980.8%
Central American Indian1251.0%
Cherokee610.5%
Chilean100.1%
Danish160.1%
Dominican1591.3%
Dutch1551.2%
Eastern European60.1%
English8006.3%
European550.4%
French3773.0%
French Canadian190.2%
German1,99115.7%
German Russian160.1%
Greek310.2%
Haitian200.2%
Honduran890.7%
Indian (Asian)690.5%
Irish1,34610.6%
Iroquois770.6%
Italian1,29110.2%
Jamaican240.2%
Lithuanian300.2%
Mexican3392.7%
Mexican American Indian180.1%
Nicaraguan90.1%
Northern European240.2%
Norwegian180.1%
Polish2,62720.7%
Portuguese60.1%
Puerto Rican2,83022.3%
Russian840.7%
Scandinavian120.1%
Scotch-Irish400.3%
Scottish580.5%
Slovak200.2%
South American260.2%
Swedish1821.4%
Swiss50.0%
Syrian80.1%
Thai470.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian660.5%
Ukrainian150.1%
Venezuelan160.1%
Welsh460.4%
West Indian1481.2%
Yugoslavian170.1%
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Immigrants in Dunkirk

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dunkirk came from Latin America (227 | 1.8%), Caribbean (165 | 1.3%), Europe (129 | 1.0%), Dominican Republic (119 | 0.9%), and Eastern Europe (60 | 0.5%), together accounting for 5.5% of all Dunkirk residents.
Immigrants in Dunkirk
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada150.1%
Caribbean1651.3%
Central America520.4%
Chile100.1%
Dominican Republic1190.9%
Eastern Europe600.5%
Europe1291.0%
Germany340.3%
Haiti70.1%
Italy290.2%
Jamaica40.0%
Latin America2271.8%
Mexico520.4%
Portugal60.1%
Russia600.5%
South America100.1%
Southern Europe350.3%
Trinidad and Tobago350.3%
Western Europe340.3%
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Sex and Age in Dunkirk

Sex and Age in Dunkirk

The most populous age groups in Dunkirk are 20 to 24 Years (677 | 10.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (555 | 9.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years290 (4.3%)426 (7.1%)
5 to 9 Years395 (5.9%)231 (3.9%)
10 to 14 Years281 (4.2%)277 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years446 (6.7%)235 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Years677 (10.1%)338 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years426 (6.4%)337 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years374 (5.6%)519 (8.7%)
35 to 39 Years418 (6.2%)389 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years367 (5.5%)156 (2.6%)
45 to 49 Years366 (5.5%)532 (8.9%)
50 to 54 Years410 (6.1%)375 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years440 (6.6%)471 (7.9%)
60 to 64 Years665 (9.9%)555 (9.3%)
65 to 69 Years399 (5.9%)367 (6.1%)
70 to 74 Years262 (3.9%)339 (5.7%)
75 to 79 Years278 (4.2%)167 (2.8%)
80 to 84 Years120 (1.8%)128 (2.1%)
85 Years and over88 (1.3%)124 (2.1%)
Total6,702 (100.0%)5,966 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Dunkirk

Median Family Size in Dunkirk

The median family size in Dunkirk is 2.75 persons per family, with single female/mother families (975 | 31.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.87 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (443 | 14.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.61 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Dunkirk
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,698 (54.5%)2.72
Single Male/Father443 (14.2%)2.61
Single Female/Mother975 (31.3%)2.87
Total Families3,116 (100.0%)2.75

Median Household Size in Dunkirk

The median household size in Dunkirk is 2.17 persons per household, with single female/mother households (975 | 16.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.5 persons per household. non-family households (2,650 | 46.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Dunkirk
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,698 (29.4%)2.73
Single Male/Father443 (7.7%)3.09
Single Female/Mother975 (16.9%)3.50
Non-family2,650 (46.0%)1.17
Total Households5,766 (100.0%)2.17

Household Size by Marriage Status in Dunkirk

Out of a total of 5,766 households in Dunkirk, 3,116 (54.0%) are family households, while 2,650 (46.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,318, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,246.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dunkirk
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,246 (39.0%)
2-Person Households1,318 (22.9%)404 (7.0%)
3-Person Households890 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households457 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households291 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households153 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,116 (54.0%)2,650 (46.0%)

Female Fertility in Dunkirk

Fertility by Age in Dunkirk

Average fertility rate in Dunkirk is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 95.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 62.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years113 (62.4%)95.0
35 to 50 years68 (37.6%)58.0
Total181 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dunkirk

29.8% of women with births (181) in Dunkirk are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 20.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dunkirk
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)113 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years54 (79.4%)14 (20.6%)
Total54 (29.8%)127 (70.2%)

Fertility by Education in Dunkirk

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Dunkirk
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School117 (64.6%)269.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree64 (35.4%)57.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total181 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dunkirk

70.2% of women with births in Dunkirk are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 38.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 85.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dunkirk
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School45 (38.5%)72 (61.5%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree9 (14.1%)55 (85.9%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total54 (29.8%)127 (70.2%)

Income in Dunkirk

Income Overview in Dunkirk

Per Capita Income in Dunkirk is $27,775, while median incomes of families and households are $57,161 and $46,800 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income12,668$27,775
Median Family Income3,116$57,161
Mean Family Income3,116$68,509
Median Household Income5,766$46,800
Mean Household Income5,766$59,152
Income Deficit3,116$9,548
Wage / Income Gap (%)12,66829.86%
Wage / Income Gap ($)12,66870.14¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index12,6680.44

Earnings by Sex in Dunkirk

Average Earnings in Dunkirk are $30,224, $35,644 for men and $25,000 for women, a difference of 29.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Dunkirk
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,406 (53.7%)$35,644
Female2,934 (46.3%)$25,000
Total6,340 (100.0%)$30,224

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dunkirk

The most common earnings brackets in Dunkirk are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (380 | 11.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (257 | 8.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dunkirk
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less199 (5.8%)257 (8.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99955 (1.6%)157 (5.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499154 (4.5%)91 (3.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99986 (2.5%)177 (6.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499112 (3.3%)209 (7.1%)
$12,500 to $14,999122 (3.6%)118 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49945 (1.3%)188 (6.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999157 (4.6%)75 (2.6%)
$20,000 to $22,499188 (5.5%)80 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,999130 (3.8%)115 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999197 (5.8%)244 (8.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999241 (7.1%)151 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999171 (5.0%)114 (3.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999221 (6.5%)173 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999159 (4.7%)219 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999140 (4.1%)182 (6.2%)
$55,000 to $64,999380 (11.2%)112 (3.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999198 (5.8%)96 (3.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999191 (5.6%)129 (4.4%)
$100,000+260 (7.6%)47 (1.6%)
Total3,406 (100.0%)2,934 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dunkirk

Average earnings in Dunkirk are $41,823 for men and $27,574 for women, a difference of 34.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $87,566, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $29,489. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,969, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $21,595.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dunkirk
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$38,523$0
High School Diploma$47,123$30,556
College or Associate's Degree$29,489$21,595
Bachelor's Degree$57,386$43,452
Graduate Degree$87,566$47,969
Total$41,823$27,574

Family Income in Dunkirk

Family Income Brackets in Dunkirk

According to the Dunkirk family income data, there are 633 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.3% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 65 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Dunkirk
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001314.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991344.3%
$15,000 to $24,99931510.1%
$25,000 to $34,99949515.9%
$35,000 to $49,99933710.8%
$50,000 to $74,99963320.3%
$75,000 to $99,99945214.5%
$100,000 to $149,99938312.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991745.6%
$200,000+652.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dunkirk

4-person families (229 | 7.3%) account for the highest median family income in Dunkirk with $66,696 per family, while 2-person families (1,555 | 49.9%) have the highest median income of $27,116 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dunkirk
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,555 (49.9%)$54,232
3-Person Families987 (31.7%)$49,150
4-Person Families229 (7.3%)$66,696
5-Person Families268 (8.6%)$0
6-Person Families70 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families7 (0.2%)$0
Total3,116 (100.0%)$57,161

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dunkirk

The median family income in Dunkirk is $57,161, with families comprising 3+ earners (315) having the highest median family income of $153,003, while families with 1 earner (1,250) have the lowest median family income of $32,662, accounting for 10.1% and 40.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dunkirk
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners546 (17.5%)$47,778
1 Earner1,250 (40.1%)$32,662
2 Earners1,005 (32.3%)$87,297
3+ Earners315 (10.1%)$153,003
Total3,116 (100.0%)$57,161

Household Income in Dunkirk

Household Income Brackets in Dunkirk

With 1,280 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dunkirk, accounting for 22.2% of all households. In contrast, only 92 households (1.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Dunkirk
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003926.8%
$10,000 to $14,9995659.8%
$15,000 to $24,99965711.4%
$25,000 to $34,99966911.6%
$35,000 to $49,99973212.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991,28022.2%
$75,000 to $99,99960510.5%
$100,000 to $149,9995429.4%
$150,000 to $199,9992193.8%
$200,000+921.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Dunkirk

The median household income in Dunkirk is $46,800, with the highest median household income of $62,782 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 246 households (4.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,897, with 1,599 households (27.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Dunkirk
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years246 (4.3%)$62,782
25 to 44 Years1,599 (27.7%)$38,897
45 to 64 Years2,397 (41.6%)$51,791
65+ Years1,524 (26.4%)$45,227
Total5,766 (100.0%)$46,800

Poverty in Dunkirk

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dunkirk

With 24.2% poverty level for males and 25.6% for females among the residents of Dunkirk, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 47 males (79.7%) and 228 females (70.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years113 (39.0%)228 (70.4%)
5 Years47 (79.7%)51 (41.8%)
6 to 11 Years304 (65.4%)40 (21.7%)
12 to 14 Years42 (27.6%)15 (7.4%)
15 Years23 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years61 (70.9%)13 (11.0%)
18 to 24 Years176 (19.3%)89 (22.8%)
25 to 34 Years206 (25.8%)342 (40.0%)
35 to 44 Years208 (26.5%)123 (22.6%)
45 to 54 Years139 (17.9%)228 (25.1%)
55 to 64 Years219 (19.8%)244 (23.8%)
65 to 74 Years28 (4.2%)67 (9.5%)
75 Years and over56 (11.7%)62 (15.0%)
Total1,622 (24.2%)1,502 (25.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dunkirk

According to the poverty statistics in Dunkirk, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.8% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years177 (61.0%)96 (29.6%)
5 Years12 (20.3%)71 (58.2%)
6 to 11 Years161 (34.6%)144 (78.3%)
12 to 14 Years110 (72.4%)187 (92.6%)
15 Years104 (81.9%)65 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years25 (29.1%)105 (89.0%)
18 to 24 Years734 (80.7%)301 (77.2%)
25 to 34 Years594 (74.3%)514 (60.1%)
35 to 44 Years577 (73.5%)422 (77.4%)
45 to 54 Years637 (82.1%)679 (74.9%)
55 to 64 Years886 (80.2%)782 (76.2%)
65 to 74 Years633 (95.8%)639 (90.5%)
75 Years and over424 (88.3%)352 (85.0%)
Total5,074 (75.8%)4,357 (74.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dunkirk

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dunkirk show that 4.3% or 73 of the total 1,698 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 29.9%, comprising of 38 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dunkirk
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,219 (97.2%)35 (2.8%)
1 or 2 Children317 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children89 (70.1%)38 (29.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,625 (95.7%)73 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dunkirk

According to the poverty data in Dunkirk, 21.0% or 93 single-father households and 42.3% or 412 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 93 households (34.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 129 households (90.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dunkirk
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)52 (15.1%)
1 or 2 Children93 (34.2%)231 (47.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)129 (90.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (21.0%)412 (42.3%)

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

The poverty data for Dunkirk shows that 73 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 505 of the single-parent households (35.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (29.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 129 household (90.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dunkirk
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children35 (2.8%)52 (10.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)324 (42.6%)
3 or 4 Children38 (29.9%)129 (90.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (4.3%)505 (35.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Dunkirk

Employment by Class of Employer in Dunkirk

Among the 5,405 employed individuals in Dunkirk, private company employees (3,268 | 60.5%), not-for-profit organizations (703 | 13.0%), and local government employees (625 | 11.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Dunkirk
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,26860.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1202.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1322.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations70313.0%
Local Government Employees62511.6%
State Government Employees4027.4%
Federal Government Employees1552.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total5,405100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Dunkirk

According to the labor force statistics for Dunkirk, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,576), 55.2% or 5,838 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 269 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 78.4% or 796 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.3% or 86 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years258 (52.8%)20 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Years796 (78.4%)45 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years570 (74.7%)37 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years649 (72.7%)86 (13.3%)
35 to 44 Years1,041 (78.3%)49 (4.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,213 (72.1%)18 (1.5%)
55 to 59 Years432 (47.4%)6 (1.4%)
60 to 64 Years562 (46.1%)8 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years298 (21.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,838 (55.2%)269 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dunkirk

According to labor force statistics for Dunkirk, 65.7% of individuals (4,468) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,800) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 206 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 77.2% or 919 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.4% or 131 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dunkirk
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School308 (39.3%)31 (3.9%)
High School Diploma1,468 (60.1%)85 (3.5%)
College / Associate Degree1,774 (74.4%)176 (7.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher919 (77.2%)11 (0.9%)
Total4,468 (65.7%)313 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Dunkirk

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dunkirk are Community & Social Service (577 | 10.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (418 | 7.5%), Education Instruction & Library (392 | 7.0%), Management (351 | 6.3%), and Health Technologists (199 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Dunkirk

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dunkirk, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (75.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (95.5%), and Health Technologists (90.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Dunkirk
OccupationMaleFemale
Management146 (41.6%)205 (58.4%)
Business & Financial33 (23.4%)108 (76.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science104 (75.4%)34 (24.6%)
Computers & Mathematics24 (41.4%)34 (58.6%)
Architecture & Engineering35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 187 (32.4%)390 (67.6%)
Education, Arts & Media102 (61.5%)64 (38.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library85 (21.7%)307 (78.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating19 (4.5%)399 (95.5%)
Health Technologists19 (9.6%)180 (90.4%)
Total (Category)489 (30.1%)1,136 (69.9%)
Total (Overall)3,083 (55.4%)2,485 (44.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Dunkirk are Security & Protection (385 | 6.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (346 | 6.2%), Healthcare Support (292 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (288 | 5.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (260 | 4.7%).
Services Occupations in Dunkirk

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Dunkirk, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (74.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (73.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (67.0%), Healthcare Support (54.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (46.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Dunkirk
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support132 (45.2%)160 (54.8%)
Security & Protection288 (74.8%)97 (25.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention163 (62.7%)97 (37.3%)
Law Enforcement125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving184 (53.2%)162 (46.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance211 (73.3%)77 (26.7%)
Personal Care & Service38 (33.0%)77 (67.0%)
Total (Category)853 (59.8%)573 (40.2%)
Total (Overall)3,083 (55.4%)2,485 (44.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dunkirk are Office & Administration (447 | 8.0%), and Sales & Related (315 | 5.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Dunkirk

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Dunkirk
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related131 (41.6%)184 (58.4%)
Office & Administration64 (14.3%)383 (85.7%)
Total (Category)195 (25.6%)567 (74.4%)
Total (Overall)3,083 (55.4%)2,485 (44.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dunkirk are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (245 | 4.4%), Construction & Extraction (118 | 2.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (62 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Dunkirk

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Dunkirk
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction111 (94.1%)7 (5.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair192 (78.4%)53 (21.6%)
Total (Category)365 (85.9%)60 (14.1%)
Total (Overall)3,083 (55.4%)2,485 (44.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dunkirk are Production (885 | 15.9%), Transportation (263 | 4.7%), and Material Moving (182 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Dunkirk

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Dunkirk
OccupationMaleFemale
Production796 (89.9%)89 (10.1%)
Transportation230 (87.5%)33 (12.6%)
Material Moving155 (85.2%)27 (14.8%)
Total (Category)1,181 (88.8%)149 (11.2%)
Total (Overall)3,083 (55.4%)2,485 (44.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Dunkirk

Employment Industries in Dunkirk

The major employment industries in Dunkirk include Manufacturing (1,081 | 19.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,063 | 19.1%), Educational Services (688 | 12.4%), Retail Trade (668 | 12.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (404 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Dunkirk

Employment Industries by Sex in Dunkirk

The Dunkirk industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (77.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dunkirk
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting79 (86.8%)12 (13.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction135 (91.8%)12 (8.2%)
Manufacturing878 (81.2%)203 (18.8%)
Wholesale Trade47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade345 (51.6%)323 (48.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing228 (73.6%)82 (26.5%)
Utilities111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific40 (80.0%)10 (20.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support97 (46.2%)113 (53.8%)
Educational Services308 (44.8%)380 (55.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance237 (22.3%)826 (77.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services201 (49.7%)203 (50.2%)
Public Administration199 (59.1%)138 (40.9%)
Total3,083 (55.4%)2,485 (44.6%)

Education in Dunkirk

School Enrollment in Dunkirk

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,427 students in Dunkirk are college / undergraduate (590 | 24.3%), high school (584 | 24.1%), and middle school (407 | 16.8%).
School Enrollment in Dunkirk
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1486.1%
Kindergarten2189.0%
Elementary School39316.2%
Middle School40716.8%
High School58424.1%
College / Undergraduate59024.3%
Graduate / Professional873.6%
Total2,427100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dunkirk

Out of a total of 2,427 students who are enrolled in schools in Dunkirk, 175 (7.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,252 (92.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 76 (52.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 396 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dunkirk
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds120 (90.2%)13 (9.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old593 (94.7%)33 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds486 (96.1%)20 (4.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds396 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds170 (91.9%)15 (8.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds381 (96.2%)15 (3.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds38 (92.7%)3 (7.3%)
35 Years and over68 (47.2%)76 (52.8%)
Total2,252 (92.8%)175 (7.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dunkirk

Education (392 | 22.8%), business (252 | 14.6%), visual & performing arts (144 | 8.4%), arts & humanities (139 | 8.1%), and social sciences (127 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,721 individuals in Dunkirk who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dunkirk
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics774.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural543.1%
Physical & Health Sciences603.5%
Psychology1025.9%
Social Sciences1277.4%
Engineering70.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1156.7%
Business25214.6%
Education39222.8%
Literature & Languages1036.0%
Liberal Arts & History1277.4%
Visual & Performing Arts1448.4%
Communications221.3%
Arts & Humanities1398.1%
Total1,721100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Dunkirk

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dunkirk

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dunkirk are males with 2 vehicles (1,365, accounting for 44.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (931, making up 58.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dunkirk
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle134 (4.4%)186 (7.9%)
1 Vehicle866 (28.4%)753 (32.1%)
2 Vehicles1,365 (44.7%)931 (39.7%)
3 Vehicles592 (19.4%)352 (15.0%)
4 Vehicles60 (2.0%)53 (2.3%)
5 or more Vehicles36 (1.2%)72 (3.1%)
Total3,053 (100.0%)2,347 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Dunkirk

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dunkirk are 5 to 9 minutes (1,723 commuters, 33.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,254 commuters, 24.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (659 commuters, 12.7%).
Commute Time in Dunkirk
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4689.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1,72333.1%
10 to 14 Minutes1,25424.1%
15 to 19 Minutes65912.7%
20 to 24 Minutes1823.5%
25 to 29 Minutes270.5%
30 to 34 Minutes2164.2%
35 to 39 Minutes1112.1%
40 to 44 Minutes871.7%
45 to 59 Minutes2314.4%
60 to 89 Minutes981.9%
90 or more Minutes1482.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Dunkirk

The most common commute times in Dunkirk are 5 to 9 minutes (946 commuters, 32.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (777 commuters, 34.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Dunkirk
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes310 (10.5%)158 (7.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes946 (32.0%)777 (34.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes630 (21.3%)624 (27.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes335 (11.3%)324 (14.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes128 (4.3%)54 (2.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes6 (0.2%)21 (0.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes104 (3.5%)112 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes79 (2.7%)32 (1.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes54 (1.8%)33 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes142 (4.8%)89 (4.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes91 (3.1%)7 (0.3%)
90 or more Minutes136 (4.6%)12 (0.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dunkirk

The most frequent times of departure to work in Dunkirk are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (513, 17.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (358, 16.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dunkirk
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM301 (10.2%)57 (2.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM85 (2.9%)74 (3.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM170 (5.7%)50 (2.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM270 (9.1%)83 (3.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM389 (13.1%)270 (12.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM247 (8.3%)274 (12.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM230 (7.8%)358 (16.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM268 (9.0%)260 (11.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM53 (1.8%)173 (7.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM14 (0.5%)119 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM77 (2.6%)43 (1.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM74 (2.5%)32 (1.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM513 (17.3%)211 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM270 (9.1%)239 (10.7%)
Total2,961 (100.0%)2,243 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Dunkirk

Occupancy by Ownership in Dunkirk

Of the total 5,766 dwellings in Dunkirk, owner-occupied units account for 3,440 (59.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,326 (40.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Dunkirk
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,44059.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,32640.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units5,766100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Dunkirk

Occupancy by Household Size in Dunkirk
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,24639.0%
2-Person Household1,72229.9%
3-Person Household89015.4%
4+ Person Household90815.8%
Total Housing Units5,766100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dunkirk

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dunkirk
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,258 (56.0%)988 (44.0%)
2-Person Household1,135 (65.9%)587 (34.1%)
3-Person Household505 (56.7%)385 (43.3%)
4+ Person Household542 (59.7%)366 (40.3%)
Total Housing Units3,440 (59.7%)2,326 (40.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dunkirk

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dunkirk
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School245 (42.5%)332 (57.5%)
High School Diploma1,126 (51.9%)1,043 (48.1%)
College/Associate Degree1,277 (62.5%)767 (37.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher792 (81.1%)184 (18.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dunkirk

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dunkirk
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,12519.5%
35 to 44 Years72012.5%
45 to 54 Years99217.2%
55 to 64 Years1,40524.4%
65 to 74 Years92616.1%
75 to 84 Years4557.9%
85 Years and Over1432.5%
Total5,766100.0%

Housing Finances in Dunkirk

Median Income by Occupancy in Dunkirk

Median Income by Occupancy in Dunkirk
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,440 (59.7%)$59,873
Renter-Occupied2,326 (40.3%)$27,450
Average5,766 (100.0%)$46,800

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dunkirk

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dunkirk
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00095 (2.8%)88 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99914 (0.4%)197 (8.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999122 (3.5%)445 (19.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999116 (3.4%)159 (6.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999209 (6.1%)175 (7.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999391 (11.4%)277 (11.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999413 (12.0%)319 (13.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999792 (23.0%)487 (20.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999511 (14.8%)97 (4.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999462 (13.4%)82 (3.5%)
$150,000 or more315 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,440 (100.0%)2,326 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dunkirk

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dunkirk
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300191 (5.6%)105 (4.5%)
$300 to $499884 (25.7%)181 (7.8%)
$500 to $7991,046 (30.4%)711 (30.6%)
$800 to $999513 (14.9%)875 (37.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499609 (17.7%)322 (13.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999157 (4.6%)38 (1.6%)
$2,000 to $2,49929 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more11 (0.3%)15 (0.6%)
Total3,440 (100.0%)2,326 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Dunkirk

Housing Structures in Dunkirk

Housing Structures in Dunkirk
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,70164.2%
Single Unit, Attached1923.3%
2 Unit Apartments1,12719.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1692.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1723.0%
10 or more Apartments4057.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total5,766100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dunkirk

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dunkirk
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,190 (86.2%)511 (13.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)192 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments250 (22.2%)877 (77.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)169 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)172 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)405 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,440 (59.7%)2,326 (40.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dunkirk

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dunkirk
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)14 (0.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms103 (3.0%)355 (15.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms630 (18.3%)1,047 (45.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,597 (46.4%)613 (26.4%)
8 or more Rooms1,110 (32.3%)297 (12.8%)
Total3,440 (100.0%)2,326 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dunkirk

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dunkirk
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3,142 (91.3%)1,727 (74.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas40 (1.2%)10 (0.4%)
Electricity192 (5.6%)432 (18.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene37 (1.1%)107 (4.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels19 (0.5%)16 (0.7%)
No Fuel Used10 (0.3%)34 (1.5%)
Total3,440 (100.0%)2,326 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Dunkirk

Household Vehicle Usage in Dunkirk
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle170 (4.9%)788 (33.9%)
1 Vehicle1,380 (40.1%)986 (42.4%)
2 Vehicles1,171 (34.0%)522 (22.4%)
3 or more Vehicles719 (20.9%)30 (1.3%)
Total3,440 (100.0%)2,326 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Dunkirk

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dunkirk

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,7441,696
Median Property Value$78,900$90,600
Median Household Income$49,966$224
Monthly Housing Costs$449$11
Real Estate Taxes$2,064$60

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dunkirk

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dunkirk
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000252 (14.4%)187 (11.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9991,024 (58.7%)878 (51.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999413 (23.7%)620 (36.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99931 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99917 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9997 (0.4%)11 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,744 (100.0%)1,696 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dunkirk

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dunkirk
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00070 (4.0%)35 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999288 (16.5%)39 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999231 (13.3%)159 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999284 (16.3%)160 (9.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999397 (22.8%)129 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999232 (13.3%)395 (23.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999151 (8.7%)279 (16.5%)
$150,000 or more91 (5.2%)311 (18.3%)
Total1,744 (100.0%)1,696 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dunkirk

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dunkirk
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,075 (61.6%)73,191 (4,315.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x255 (14.6%)1,235 (72.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x209 (12.0%)174 (10.3%)
4.0x or more175 (10.0%)23 (1.4%)
Total1,744 (100.0%)1,696 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dunkirk

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dunkirk
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800161 (9.2%)17 (1.0%)
$800 to $1,499365 (20.9%)169 (10.0%)
$800 to $1,4991,147 (65.8%)246 (14.5%)
Total1,744 (100.0%)1,696 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Dunkirk

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dunkirk

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years870 (97.0%)27 (3.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,474 (98.9%)17 (1.1%)
19 to 25 Years1,314 (93.4%)93 (6.6%)
26 to 34 Years1,396 (95.8%)61 (4.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,234 (92.8%)96 (7.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,607 (95.5%)76 (4.5%)
55 to 64 Years2,072 (97.2%)59 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,367 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older894 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,228 (96.6%)429 (3.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dunkirk

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dunkirk
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born870 (97.0%)27 (3.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,474 (98.9%)17 (1.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,314 (93.4%)93 (6.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dunkirk

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dunkirk
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,684 (99.1%)24 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,326 (94.3%)142 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,002 (96.5%)108 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,734 (94.8%)96 (5.2%)
$100,000 and over2,334 (97.5%)59 (2.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dunkirk

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6625 (69.7%)258 (28.8%)
6 to 18 Years972 (65.2%)579 (38.8%)
19 to 25 Years484 (34.4%)917 (65.2%)
25 to 34 Years798 (54.8%)643 (44.1%)
35 to 44 Years601 (45.2%)695 (52.3%)
45 to 54 Years741 (44.0%)1,049 (62.3%)
55 to 64 Years889 (41.7%)1,416 (66.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,350 (98.8%)742 (54.3%)
75 Years and over894 (100.0%)518 (57.9%)
Total7,354 (58.1%)6,817 (53.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dunkirk

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dunkirk
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years161 (18.1%)45 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years192 (11.2%)272 (21.8%)
35 to 64 Years403 (15.1%)584 (23.6%)
65 to 74 Years245 (37.1%)220 (31.2%)
75 Years and over181 (37.7%)166 (40.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dunkirk

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Dunkirk: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years41 (1.5%)76 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years133 (20.1%)11 (1.6%)
75 Years and over162 (33.8%)39 (9.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Dunkirk: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years55 (6.2%)14 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)29 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years112 (4.2%)158 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years44 (6.7%)89 (12.6%)
75 Years and over53 (11.0%)56 (13.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Dunkirk: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years101 (11.4%)31 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years113 (6.6%)164 (13.2%)
35 to 64 Years154 (5.8%)117 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years69 (10.4%)20 (2.8%)
75 Years and over81 (16.9%)55 (13.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Dunkirk: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (0.8%)108 (8.7%)
35 to 64 Years218 (8.2%)379 (15.3%)
65 to 74 Years152 (23.0%)138 (19.6%)
75 Years and over114 (23.7%)115 (27.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Dunkirk: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)21 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years67 (2.5%)108 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years40 (6.0%)116 (16.4%)
75 Years and over9 (1.9%)57 (13.8%)

Technology Access in Dunkirk

Computing Device Access in Dunkirk

Computing Device Access in Dunkirk
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,99869.3%
Smartphone4,65880.8%
Tablet3,43559.6%
No Computing Device60210.4%
Total5,766100.0%

Internet Access in Dunkirk

Internet Access in Dunkirk
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet80.1%
Broadband Home4,12171.5%
Cellular Data Only69912.1%
Satellite Internet2354.1%
No Internet83614.5%
Total5,766100.0%

Dunkirk Summary

Dunkirk is a city located in Chautauqua County, New York, United States. The population was 12,563 at the 2010 census, making it the most populous city in Chautauqua County. Dunkirk is located on the shores of Lake Erie at the mouth of the Dunkirk Harbor. It is part of the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area.

History

The area around Dunkirk was first settled in 1805 by James McMahan, who built a log cabin near the mouth of the Dunkirk Harbor. The area was originally known as "Chautauqua Point" and was part of the larger town of Portland. In 1811, the town of Dunkirk was established and named after the city of Dunkirk in France.
The city of Dunkirk was incorporated in 1880. The city grew rapidly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, due to its location on Lake Erie and its proximity to the railroads. The city was a major port for the Great Lakes region, and was home to several large industries, including the American Shipbuilding Company, the Dunkirk Iron Works, and the Dunkirk Foundry.

Geography

Dunkirk is located in western Chautauqua County at 42°26′N 79°19′W (42.4333, -79.3167). It is on the south shore of Lake Erie, at the mouth of the Dunkirk Harbor. The city is bordered to the north by the town of Dunkirk and to the south by the town of Sheridan.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 7.9 square miles (20.5 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) is water.

Economy

Dunkirk's economy is largely based on manufacturing and tourism. The city is home to several large industries, including the American Shipbuilding Company, the Dunkirk Iron Works, and the Dunkirk Foundry. The city is also a major port for the Great Lakes region.
Tourism is also an important part of the city's economy. Dunkirk is home to several popular attractions, including the Dunkirk Lighthouse, the Dunkirk Historical Museum, and the Dunkirk-Fredonia Opera House.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 12,563 people, 5,093 households, and 3,092 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,586.3 people per square mile (613.2/km2). There were 5,717 housing units at an average density of 722.3 per square mile (279.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.2% White, 8.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.
There were 5,093 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 15.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.7% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.00.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,845, and the median income for a family was $37,945. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,845. About 13.2% of families and 16.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Dunkirk?
Total Population of Dunkirk is 12,668.
What is the Total Male Population of Dunkirk?
Total Male Population of Dunkirk is 6,702.
What is the Total Female Population of Dunkirk?
Total Female Population of Dunkirk is 5,966.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dunkirk?
There are 112.34 Males per 100 Females in Dunkirk.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dunkirk?
There are 89.02 Females per 100 Males in Dunkirk.
What is the Median Population Age in Dunkirk?
Median Population Age in Dunkirk is 42.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dunkirk
Average Family Size in Dunkirk is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dunkirk
Average Household Size in Dunkirk is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dunkirk?
Per Capita income in Dunkirk is $27,775.
What is the Median Family Income in Dunkirk?
Median Family Income in Dunkirk is $57,161.
What is the Median Household income in Dunkirk?
Median Household Income in Dunkirk is $46,800.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dunkirk?
Income or Wage Gap in Dunkirk is 29.9%.
Women in Dunkirk earn 70.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Dunkirk?
Family Income Deficit in Dunkirk is $9,548.
Families that are below poverty line in Dunkirk earn $9,548 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dunkirk?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dunkirk is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dunkirk?
There are 5,838 People in the Labor Forcein in Dunkirk.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dunkirk?
55.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Dunkirk.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dunkirk?
Unemployment Rate in Dunkirk is 4.6%.