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6,607
TOTAL POPULATION
3,325
MALE POPULATION
3,282
FEMALE POPULATION
101.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.71
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,285
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,460
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,302
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
11.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
88.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,293
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,349
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Solvay Area Codes
Race in Solvay
The most populous races in Solvay are White / Caucasian (5,714 | 86.5%), Black / African American (532 | 8.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (282 | 4.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 50 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 532 | 8.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 282 | 4.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 25 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,714 | 86.5% |
| Two or more Races | 262 | 4.0% |
| Some other Race | 24 | 0.4% |
| Total | 6,607 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Solvay
The most populous ancestries reported in Solvay are Italian (1,560 | 23.6%), Irish (1,012 | 15.3%), Polish (676 | 10.2%), German (619 | 9.4%), and Ukrainian (607 | 9.2%), together accounting for 67.7% of all Solvay residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 15 | 0.2% |
| Albanian | 29 | 0.4% |
| American | 77 | 1.2% |
| Arab | 296 | 4.5% |
| Austrian | 33 | 0.5% |
| Burmese | 9 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 35 | 0.5% |
| Central American | 28 | 0.4% |
| Cuban | 21 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 10 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 60 | 0.9% |
| English | 340 | 5.1% |
| European | 77 | 1.2% |
| French | 174 | 2.6% |
| French Canadian | 42 | 0.6% |
| German | 619 | 9.4% |
| Hungarian | 27 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 41 | 0.6% |
| Iraqi | 263 | 4.0% |
| Irish | 1,012 | 15.3% |
| Iroquois | 55 | 0.8% |
| Italian | 1,560 | 23.6% |
| Lebanese | 33 | 0.5% |
| Lithuanian | 21 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 18 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 53 | 0.8% |
| Polish | 676 | 10.2% |
| Portuguese | 53 | 0.8% |
| Puerto Rican | 188 | 2.9% |
| Russian | 163 | 2.5% |
| Salvadoran | 28 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 24 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 159 | 2.4% |
| Slovak | 11 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 18 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 15 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 26 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 9 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 607 | 9.2% |
| Welsh | 37 | 0.6% | View All 41 Rows |
Immigrants in Solvay
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Solvay came from Europe (725 | 11.0%), Eastern Europe (597 | 9.0%), Ukraine (416 | 6.3%), Asia (328 | 5.0%), and Iraq (287 | 4.3%), together accounting for 35.6% of all Solvay residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 328 | 5.0% |
| Caribbean | 21 | 0.3% |
| China | 41 | 0.6% |
| Cuba | 21 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 41 | 0.6% |
| Eastern Europe | 597 | 9.0% |
| Europe | 725 | 11.0% |
| France | 25 | 0.4% |
| Hungary | 8 | 0.1% |
| Iraq | 287 | 4.3% |
| Italy | 63 | 0.9% |
| Latin America | 21 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 22 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 57 | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 18 | 0.3% |
| Russia | 116 | 1.8% |
| Scotland | 22 | 0.3% |
| Southern Europe | 81 | 1.2% |
| Ukraine | 416 | 6.3% |
| Western Asia | 287 | 4.3% |
| Western Europe | 25 | 0.4% | View All 21 Rows |
Sex and Age in Solvay
Sex and Age in Solvay
The most populous age groups in Solvay are Under 5 Years (435 | 13.1%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (405 | 12.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 435 (13.1%) | 237 (7.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 144 (4.3%) | 171 (5.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 190 (5.7%) | 170 (5.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 91 (2.7%) | 123 (3.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 96 (2.9%) | 128 (3.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 295 (8.9%) | 252 (7.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 259 (7.8%) | 405 (12.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 284 (8.5%) | 264 (8.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 269 (8.1%) | 123 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 290 (8.7%) | 176 (5.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 101 (3.0%) | 144 (4.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 171 (5.1%) | 166 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 215 (6.5%) | 204 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 218 (6.6%) | 347 (10.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 145 (4.4%) | 87 (2.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 75 (2.3%) | 68 (2.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (1.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 47 (1.4%) | 168 (5.1%) |
| Total | 3,325 (100.0%) | 3,282 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Solvay
Median Family Size in Solvay
The median family size in Solvay is 2.84 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,092 | 62.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (170 | 9.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.89 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,092 (62.9%) | 3.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 170 (9.8%) | 1.89 |
| Single Female/Mother | 475 (27.4%) | 2.72 |
| Total Families | 1,737 (100.0%) | 2.84 |
Median Household Size in Solvay
The median household size in Solvay is 2.24 persons per household, with single female/mother households (475 | 16.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.1 persons per household. non-family households (1,198 | 40.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,092 (37.2%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 170 (5.8%) | 2.19 |
| Single Female/Mother | 475 (16.2%) | 3.10 |
| Non-family | 1,198 (40.8%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 2,935 (100.0%) | 2.24 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Solvay
Out of a total of 2,935 households in Solvay, 1,737 (59.2%) are family households, while 1,198 (40.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 795, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,021.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,021 (34.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 795 (27.1%) | 151 (5.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 428 (14.6%) | 26 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 256 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 167 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 85 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,737 (59.2%) | 1,198 (40.8%) |
Female Fertility in Solvay
Fertility by Age in Solvay
Average fertility rate in Solvay is 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 64.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 70 (64.8%) | 89.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 38 (35.2%) | 64.0 |
| Total | 108 (100.0%) | 72.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Solvay
88.9% of women with births (108) in Solvay are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 17.1% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 58 (82.9%) | 12 (17.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 96 (88.9%) | 12 (11.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Solvay
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 42 (38.9%) | 110.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (35.2%) | 106.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (25.9%) | 98.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 108 (100.0%) | 72.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Solvay
11.1% of women with births in Solvay are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 28.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 30 (71.4%) | 12 (28.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 96 (88.9%) | 12 (11.1%) |
Income in Solvay
Income Overview in Solvay
Per Capita Income in Solvay is $33,285, while median incomes of families and households are $63,460 and $55,302 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,607 | $33,285 |
| Median Family Income | 1,737 | $63,460 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,737 | $88,824 |
| Median Household Income | 2,935 | $55,302 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,935 | $74,495 |
| Income Deficit | 1,737 | $11,293 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,607 | 11.29% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,607 | 88.71¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,607 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Solvay
Average Earnings in Solvay are $39,685, $42,717 for men and $37,894 for women, a difference of 11.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,910 (55.7%) | $42,717 |
| Female | 1,521 (44.3%) | $37,894 |
| Total | 3,431 (100.0%) | $39,685 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Solvay
The most common earnings brackets in Solvay are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (266 | 13.9%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (153 | 10.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 3 (0.2%) | 28 (1.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 63 (3.3%) | 43 (2.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 55 (2.9%) | 74 (4.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 71 (3.7%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 8 (0.4%) | 52 (3.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 104 (5.4%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 12 (0.6%) | 64 (4.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 73 (3.8%) | 63 (4.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 24 (1.3%) | 49 (3.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 50 (2.6%) | 132 (8.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 83 (4.3%) | 40 (2.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 255 (13.4%) | 135 (8.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 108 (5.7%) | 126 (8.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 67 (3.5%) | 137 (9.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 184 (9.6%) | 80 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 76 (4.0%) | 71 (4.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 266 (13.9%) | 54 (3.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 52 (2.7%) | 131 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 134 (7.0%) | 153 (10.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 222 (11.6%) | 73 (4.8%) |
| Total | 1,910 (100.0%) | 1,521 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Solvay
Average earnings in Solvay are $45,729 for men and $40,381 for women, a difference of 11.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,948, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,333. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $78,875, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,394.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $31,333 | $33,100 |
| High School Diploma | $47,067 | $31,394 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $34,844 | $38,269 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,049 | $46,806 |
| Graduate Degree | $80,948 | $78,875 |
| Total | $45,729 | $40,381 |
Family Income in Solvay
Family Income Brackets in Solvay
According to the Solvay family income data, there are 396 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 40 families (2.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 43 | 2.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 40 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 148 | 8.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 83 | 4.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 290 | 16.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 396 | 22.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 193 | 11.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 276 | 15.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 163 | 9.4% |
| $200,000+ | 102 | 5.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Solvay
5-person families (127 | 7.3%) account for the highest median family income in Solvay with $64,861 per family, while 2-person families (951 | 54.7%) have the highest median income of $31,988 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 951 (54.7%) | $63,977 |
| 3-Person Families | 309 (17.8%) | $51,968 |
| 4-Person Families | 259 (14.9%) | $60,313 |
| 5-Person Families | 127 (7.3%) | $64,861 |
| 6-Person Families | 85 (4.9%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 6 (0.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,737 (100.0%) | $63,460 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Solvay
The median family income in Solvay is $63,460, with families comprising 3+ earners (145) having the highest median family income of $112,443, while families with 1 earner (625) have the lowest median family income of $47,345, accounting for 8.4% and 36.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 353 (20.3%) | $53,368 |
| 1 Earner | 625 (36.0%) | $47,345 |
| 2 Earners | 614 (35.3%) | $107,813 |
| 3+ Earners | 145 (8.4%) | $112,443 |
| Total | 1,737 (100.0%) | $63,460 |
Household Income in Solvay
Household Income Brackets in Solvay
With 572 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Solvay, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 44 households (1.5%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 44 | 1.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 138 | 4.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 414 | 14.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 282 | 9.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 437 | 14.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 572 | 19.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 314 | 10.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 458 | 15.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 179 | 6.1% |
| $200,000+ | 103 | 3.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Solvay
The median household income in Solvay is $55,302, with the highest median household income of $72,500 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 52 households (1.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $52,569, with 838 households (28.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 52 (1.8%) | $72,500 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,099 (37.4%) | $58,995 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 946 (32.2%) | $54,797 |
| 65+ Years | 838 (28.5%) | $52,569 |
| Total | 2,935 (100.0%) | $55,302 |
Poverty in Solvay
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Solvay
With 12.5% poverty level for males and 15.2% for females among the residents of Solvay, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 62 males (34.8%) and 79 females (33.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 96 (22.1%) | 79 (33.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (26.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 62 (34.8%) | 40 (14.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 39 (25.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (30.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (27.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 4 (3.0%) | 19 (14.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 49 (8.8%) | 139 (21.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 57 (10.3%) | 43 (11.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 44 (11.3%) | 36 (11.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 41 (10.6%) | 22 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (6.1%) | 37 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (1.6%) | 46 (16.1%) |
| Total | 416 (12.5%) | 499 (15.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Solvay
According to the poverty statistics in Solvay, males aged 15 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 339 (77.9%) | 158 (66.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (73.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 116 (65.2%) | 241 (85.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 117 (75.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 21 (70.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 51 (100.0%) | 62 (72.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 127 (97.0%) | 116 (85.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 505 (91.2%) | 518 (78.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 496 (89.7%) | 344 (88.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 347 (88.7%) | 284 (88.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 345 (89.4%) | 348 (94.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 341 (93.9%) | 397 (91.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 120 (98.4%) | 239 (83.9%) |
| Total | 2,909 (87.5%) | 2,783 (84.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Solvay
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Solvay show that 5.8% or 63 of the total 1,092 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 24.0%, comprising of 44 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 662 (97.2%) | 19 (2.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 228 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 139 (76.0%) | 44 (24.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,029 (94.2%) | 63 (5.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Solvay
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (16.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (82.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 96 (20.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Solvay
The poverty data for Solvay shows that 63 of the married-couple family households (5.8%) and 96 of the single-parent households (14.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (24.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 52 household (82.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 19 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (11.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 44 (24.0%) | 52 (82.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 63 (5.8%) | 96 (14.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Solvay
Employment by Class of Employer in Solvay
Among the 3,124 employed individuals in Solvay, private company employees (1,958 | 62.7%), not-for-profit organizations (399 | 12.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (209 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,958 | 62.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 98 | 3.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 209 | 6.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 399 | 12.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 173 | 5.5% |
| State Government Employees | 183 | 5.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 81 | 2.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 23 | 0.7% |
| Total | 3,124 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Solvay
According to the labor force statistics for Solvay, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,225), 64.1% or 3,349 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 184 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 94.6% or 212 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 45.0% or 9 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 49 (27.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 212 (94.6%) | 7 (3.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 417 (76.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 509 (76.7%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 821 (87.3%) | 64 (7.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 549 (77.2%) | 87 (15.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 215 (63.8%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 295 (70.4%) | 8 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 262 (32.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (4.9%) | 9 (45.0%) |
| Total | 3,349 (64.1%) | 184 (5.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Solvay
According to labor force statistics for Solvay, 77.6% of individuals (2,808) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,618) are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 168 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 85.5% or 808 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.6% or 79 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 277 (63.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 825 (70.1%) | 113 (9.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 808 (85.5%) | 35 (3.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 896 (84.8%) | 72 (6.8%) |
| Total | 2,808 (77.6%) | 217 (6.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Solvay
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Solvay are Management (322 | 10.2%), Community & Social Service (274 | 8.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (202 | 6.4%), Education Instruction & Library (181 | 5.7%), and Business & Financial (150 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Solvay, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (66.3%), and Community & Social Service (59.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 229 (71.1%) | 93 (28.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 91 (60.7%) | 59 (39.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 111 (40.5%) | 163 (59.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 78 (43.1%) | 103 (56.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 23 (71.9%) | 9 (28.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 68 (33.7%) | 134 (66.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 65 (43.3%) | 85 (56.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 580 (56.4%) | 449 (43.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,680 (53.3%) | 1,474 (46.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Solvay are Healthcare Support (279 | 8.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (151 | 4.8%), Personal Care & Service (137 | 4.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (129 | 4.1%), and Security & Protection (20 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Solvay, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (74.8%), and Security & Protection (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (79.2%), Personal Care & Service (78.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 58 (20.8%) | 221 (79.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 14 (70.0%) | 6 (30.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 8 (57.1%) | 6 (42.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 46 (35.7%) | 83 (64.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 113 (74.8%) | 38 (25.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 30 (21.9%) | 107 (78.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 261 (36.4%) | 455 (63.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,680 (53.3%) | 1,474 (46.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Solvay are Office & Administration (422 | 13.4%), and Sales & Related (309 | 9.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 94 (30.4%) | 215 (69.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 124 (29.4%) | 298 (70.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 218 (29.8%) | 513 (70.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,680 (53.3%) | 1,474 (46.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Solvay are Construction & Extraction (192 | 6.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (47 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 192 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 36 (76.6%) | 11 (23.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 228 (95.4%) | 11 (4.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,680 (53.3%) | 1,474 (46.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Solvay are Production (221 | 7.0%), Transportation (122 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (96 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 198 (89.6%) | 23 (10.4%) |
| Transportation | 122 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 73 (76.0%) | 23 (24.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 393 (89.5%) | 46 (10.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,680 (53.3%) | 1,474 (46.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Solvay
Employment Industries in Solvay
The major employment industries in Solvay include Health Care & Social Assistance (668 | 21.2%), Manufacturing (439 | 13.9%), Retail Trade (314 | 10.0%), Construction (267 | 8.5%), and Educational Services (216 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Solvay
The Solvay industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (84.5%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (77.8%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (70.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 252 (94.4%) | 15 (5.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 333 (75.8%) | 106 (24.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 167 (53.2%) | 147 (46.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 122 (88.4%) | 16 (11.6%) |
| Utilities | 25 (73.5%) | 9 (26.5%) |
| Information | 11 (15.5%) | 60 (84.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 40 (34.8%) | 75 (65.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (22.2%) | 14 (77.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 126 (70.4%) | 53 (29.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 26 (44.8%) | 32 (55.2%) |
| Educational Services | 95 (44.0%) | 121 (56.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 195 (29.2%) | 473 (70.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 49 (29.9%) | 115 (70.1%) |
| Public Administration | 97 (85.1%) | 17 (14.9%) |
| Total | 1,680 (53.3%) | 1,474 (46.7%) |
Education in Solvay
School Enrollment in Solvay
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,344 students in Solvay are high school (277 | 20.6%), middle school (265 | 19.7%), and elementary school (221 | 16.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 120 | 8.9% |
| Kindergarten | 128 | 9.5% |
| Elementary School | 221 | 16.4% |
| Middle School | 265 | 19.7% |
| High School | 277 | 20.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 218 | 16.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 115 | 8.6% |
| Total | 1,344 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Solvay
Out of a total of 1,344 students who are enrolled in schools in Solvay, 218 (16.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,126 (83.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 51 (35.7% 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 172 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 92 (64.3%) | 51 (35.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 234 (81.8%) | 52 (18.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 321 (89.2%) | 39 (10.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 172 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 83 (75.4%) | 27 (24.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 146 (74.9%) | 49 (25.1%) |
| Total | 1,126 (83.8%) | 218 (16.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Solvay
Business (201 | 15.2%), education (180 | 13.6%), science & technology (172 | 13.0%), psychology (135 | 10.2%), and literature & languages (125 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 1,322 individuals in Solvay who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 12 | 0.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 42 | 3.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 44 | 3.3% |
| Psychology | 135 | 10.2% |
| Social Sciences | 66 | 5.0% |
| Engineering | 11 | 0.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 38 | 2.9% |
| Science & Technology | 172 | 13.0% |
| Business | 201 | 15.2% |
| Education | 180 | 13.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 125 | 9.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 77 | 5.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 73 | 5.5% |
| Communications | 92 | 7.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 54 | 4.1% |
| Total | 1,322 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Solvay
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Solvay
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Solvay are males with 2 vehicles (688, accounting for 41.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (664, making up 47.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 212 (12.7%) | 126 (8.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 522 (31.2%) | 393 (27.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 688 (41.1%) | 664 (46.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 224 (13.4%) | 249 (17.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 22 (1.3%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,674 (100.0%) | 1,444 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Solvay
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Solvay are 15 to 19 minutes (726 commuters, 24.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (674 commuters, 22.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (527 commuters, 17.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 68 | 2.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 331 | 11.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 527 | 17.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 726 | 24.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 674 | 22.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 162 | 5.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 149 | 5.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 49 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 74 | 2.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 157 | 5.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 78 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Solvay
The most common commute times in Solvay are 20 to 24 minutes (417 commuters, 25.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (398 commuters, 28.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 23 (1.4%) | 45 (3.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 112 (6.9%) | 219 (15.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 349 (21.6%) | 178 (12.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 328 (20.3%) | 398 (28.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 417 (25.8%) | 257 (18.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 78 (4.8%) | 84 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 72 (4.4%) | 77 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 26 (1.6%) | 23 (1.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 36 (2.2%) | 38 (2.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 113 (7.0%) | 44 (3.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 63 (3.9%) | 15 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Solvay
The most frequent times of departure to work in Solvay are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (253, 15.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (257, 18.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 165 (10.2%) | 55 (4.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 68 (4.2%) | 28 (2.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 96 (5.9%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 139 (8.6%) | 45 (3.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 152 (9.4%) | 241 (17.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 169 (10.4%) | 257 (18.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 152 (9.4%) | 241 (17.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 253 (15.7%) | 95 (6.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 115 (7.1%) | 136 (9.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 78 (4.8%) | 104 (7.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 54 (3.3%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 68 (4.2%) | 76 (5.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 108 (6.7%) | 81 (5.9%) |
| Total | 1,617 (100.0%) | 1,378 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Solvay
Occupancy by Ownership in Solvay
Of the total 2,935 dwellings in Solvay, owner-occupied units account for 1,439 (49.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,496 (51.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,439 | 49.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,496 | 51.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,935 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Solvay
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,021 | 34.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 946 | 32.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 454 | 15.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 514 | 17.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,935 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Solvay
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 411 (40.3%) | 610 (59.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 612 (64.7%) | 334 (35.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 156 (34.4%) | 298 (65.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 260 (50.6%) | 254 (49.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,439 (49.0%) | 1,496 (51.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Solvay
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 20 (7.2%) | 259 (92.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 466 (46.0%) | 547 (54.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 448 (48.1%) | 483 (51.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 505 (70.9%) | 207 (29.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Solvay
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 602 | 20.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 549 | 18.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 477 | 16.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 469 | 16.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 535 | 18.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 119 | 4.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 184 | 6.3% |
| Total | 2,935 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Solvay
Median Income by Occupancy in Solvay
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,439 (49.0%) | $90,114 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,496 (51.0%) | $40,758 |
| Average | 2,935 (100.0%) | $55,302 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Solvay
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 21 (1.5%) | 22 (1.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 21 (1.5%) | 116 (7.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 47 (3.3%) | 141 (9.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 83 (5.8%) | 143 (9.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 84 (5.8%) | 197 (13.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 70 (4.9%) | 366 (24.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 266 (18.5%) | 305 (20.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 218 (15.1%) | 95 (6.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 398 (27.7%) | 61 (4.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 231 (16.1%) | 50 (3.3%) |
| Total | 1,439 (100.0%) | 1,496 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Solvay
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 101 (7.0%) | 76 (5.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 124 (8.6%) | 30 (2.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 340 (23.6%) | 411 (27.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 187 (13.0%) | 372 (24.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 390 (27.1%) | 500 (33.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 210 (14.6%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 53 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 14 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 20 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,439 (100.0%) | 1,496 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Solvay
Housing Structures in Solvay
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,458 | 49.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 51 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 616 | 21.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 288 | 9.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 200 | 6.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 322 | 11.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,935 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Solvay
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,287 (88.3%) | 171 (11.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 40 (78.4%) | 11 (21.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 101 (16.4%) | 515 (83.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 288 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 11 (5.5%) | 189 (94.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 322 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,439 (49.0%) | 1,496 (51.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Solvay
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 10 (0.7%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 83 (5.8%) | 389 (26.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 224 (15.6%) | 627 (41.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 532 (37.0%) | 305 (20.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 590 (41.0%) | 162 (10.8%) |
| Total | 1,439 (100.0%) | 1,496 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Solvay
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,110 (77.1%) | 571 (38.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 14 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 305 (21.2%) | 913 (61.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 10 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,439 (100.0%) | 1,496 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Solvay
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 65 (4.5%) | 385 (25.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 495 (34.4%) | 766 (51.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 588 (40.9%) | 334 (22.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 291 (20.2%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| Total | 1,439 (100.0%) | 1,496 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Solvay
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Solvay
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 601 | 838 |
| Median Property Value | $149,400 | $129,200 |
| Median Household Income | $59,358 | $162 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $598 | $20 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $4,639 | $45 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Solvay
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 21 (3.5%) | 19 (2.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 78 (13.0%) | 164 (19.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 469 (78.0%) | 602 (71.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 22 (3.7%) | 39 (4.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 11 (1.8%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 838 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Solvay
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 21 (3.5%) | 18 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 125 (20.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 35 (5.8%) | 26 (3.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 56 (9.3%) | 49 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 120 (20.0%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 76 (12.7%) | 146 (17.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 99 (16.5%) | 142 (17.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 69 (11.5%) | 299 (35.7%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 838 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Solvay
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 263 (43.8%) | 111,136 (13,262.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 79 (13.1%) | 612 (73.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 115 (19.1%) | 121 (14.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 133 (22.1%) | 47 (5.6%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 838 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Solvay
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 30 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 65 (10.8%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 484 (80.5%) | 105 (12.5%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 838 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Solvay
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Solvay
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 691 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 845 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 254 (89.1%) | 31 (10.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,042 (89.4%) | 123 (10.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 842 (89.6%) | 98 (10.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 531 (74.7%) | 180 (25.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 723 (95.6%) | 33 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 797 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 407 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,132 (92.9%) | 465 (7.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Solvay
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 691 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 845 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 254 (89.1%) | 31 (10.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Solvay
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 935 (94.3%) | 57 (5.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,256 (86.7%) | 193 (13.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,289 (89.0%) | 159 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 690 (97.1%) | 21 (2.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,941 (98.2%) | 35 (1.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Solvay
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 423 (61.2%) | 452 (65.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 445 (52.7%) | 524 (62.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 79 (27.7%) | 175 (61.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 446 (38.3%) | 667 (57.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 380 (40.4%) | 559 (59.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 192 (27.0%) | 396 (55.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 183 (24.2%) | 560 (74.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 761 (95.5%) | 472 (59.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 407 (100.0%) | 215 (52.8%) |
| Total | 3,316 (50.3%) | 4,020 (60.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Solvay
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (8.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 71 (18.2%) | 37 (8.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 102 (14.9%) | 73 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 166 (12.5%) | 166 (15.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 119 (32.8%) | 143 (33.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (27.1%) | 121 (42.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Solvay
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (8.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 42 (6.1%) | 13 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 (15.1%) | 29 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (15.6%) | 25 (8.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (8.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 43 (3.2%) | 30 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (4.1%) | 37 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (15.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 71 (18.2%) | 37 (8.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 63 (9.2%) | 50 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 46 (3.5%) | 94 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (1.7%) | 30 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (1.6%) | 63 (22.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 120 (9.0%) | 40 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 73 (20.1%) | 91 (21.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (19.7%) | 93 (32.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 32 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (1.7%) | 54 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (2.8%) | 53 (12.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (19.7%) | 58 (20.3%) |
Technology Access in Solvay
Computing Device Access in Solvay
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,158 | 73.5% |
| Smartphone | 2,520 | 85.9% |
| Tablet | 1,775 | 60.5% |
| No Computing Device | 229 | 7.8% |
| Total | 2,935 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Solvay
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,046 | 69.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 363 | 12.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 50 | 1.7% |
| No Internet | 420 | 14.3% |
| Total | 2,935 | 100.0% |
Solvay Summary
Solvay, NY is a small village located in Onondaga County, New York. It is a suburb of Syracuse and is part of the Syracuse Metropolitan Statistical Area. The village is located on the west side of Onondaga Lake and is bordered by the towns of Geddes, Camillus, and Van Buren. The population of Solvay was 6,584 at the 2010 census.
History
Solvay was founded in 1848 by John Solvay, a Belgian immigrant who had come to the United States in 1832. He purchased a large tract of land on the west side of Onondaga Lake and began to develop the area. He built a sawmill, gristmill, and a paper mill, which became the foundation of the village. The village was incorporated in 1887.
In the late 19th century, Solvay was a major industrial center. The Solvay Process Company, founded by John Solvay, was the largest employer in the village. The company produced soda ash, which was used in the production of glass, soap, and paper. The company also produced chlorine and caustic soda, which were used in the production of bleach and other chemicals.
In the early 20th century, Solvay was home to several other industries, including a steel mill, a brickyard, and a tannery. The village also had several retail stores, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a drug store.
Geography
Solvay is located at 43°3′17″N 76°13′17″W (43.054722, -76.221389). According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Solvay is a primarily residential community, with a few small businesses located in the village. The largest employer in the village is the Solvay Process Company, which produces soda ash, chlorine, and caustic soda. Other businesses in the village include a grocery store, a hardware store, and a drug store.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 6,584 people, 2,717 households, and 1,717 families residing in the village. The population density was 5,541.7 people per square mile (2,139.7/km2). There were 2,945 housing units at an average density of 2,457.5 per square mile (945.2/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 94.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 2,717 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 13.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% 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 2.97.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.7 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,972. Males had a median income of $37,917 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the village was $20,945. About 5.2% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Solvay?
Total Population of Solvay is 6,607.
What is the Total Male Population of Solvay?
Total Male Population of Solvay is 3,325.
What is the Total Female Population of Solvay?
Total Female Population of Solvay is 3,282.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Solvay?
There are 101.31 Males per 100 Females in Solvay.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Solvay?
There are 98.71 Females per 100 Males in Solvay.
What is the Median Population Age in Solvay?
Median Population Age in Solvay is 38.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Solvay
Average Family Size in Solvay is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Solvay
Average Household Size in Solvay is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Solvay?
Per Capita income in Solvay is $33,285.
What is the Median Family Income in Solvay?
Median Family Income in Solvay is $63,460.
What is the Median Household income in Solvay?
Median Household Income in Solvay is $55,302.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Solvay?
Income or Wage Gap in Solvay is 11.3%.
Women in Solvay earn 88.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Solvay?
Family Income Deficit in Solvay is $11,293.
Families that are below poverty line in Solvay earn $11,293 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Solvay?
Inequality or Gini Index in Solvay is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Solvay?
There are 3,349 People in the Labor Forcein in Solvay.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Solvay?
64.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Solvay.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Solvay?
Unemployment Rate in Solvay is 5.5%.