Jerome, PA

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Jerome Overview

718
TOTAL POPULATION
382
MALE POPULATION
336
FEMALE POPULATION
113.69
MALES / 100 FEMALES
87.96
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,110
PER CAPITA INCOME
$110,313
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
284
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Jerome Area Codes

Race in Jerome

The most populous races in Jerome are White / Caucasian (708 | 98.6%), Hispanic or Latino (39 | 5.4%), and Two or more Races (10 | 1.4%).
Race in Jerome
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino395.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian70898.6%
Two or more Races101.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total718100.0%

Ancestry in Jerome

The most populous ancestries reported in Jerome are German (265 | 36.9%), Polish (129 | 18.0%), English (87 | 12.1%), Italian (78 | 10.9%), and Scottish (71 | 9.9%), together accounting for 87.7% of all Jerome residents.
Ancestry in Jerome
Ancestry# Population% Population
American365.0%
Eastern European577.9%
English8712.1%
German26536.9%
Hungarian182.5%
Irish709.8%
Italian7810.9%
Mexican101.4%
Polish12918.0%
Scottish719.9%
Slovak172.4%
Ukrainian344.7%
Welsh425.9%
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Immigrants in Jerome

Immigrants in Jerome
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Jerome

Sex and Age in Jerome

The most populous age groups in Jerome are 65 to 69 Years (51 | 13.4%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (85 | 25.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jerome
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years18 (4.7%)85 (25.3%)
10 to 14 Years19 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years30 (7.9%)32 (9.5%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)20 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years30 (7.9%)25 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Years15 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years32 (8.4%)56 (16.7%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years45 (11.8%)9 (2.7%)
55 to 59 Years10 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years42 (11.0%)43 (12.8%)
65 to 69 Years51 (13.4%)36 (10.7%)
70 to 74 Years20 (5.2%)20 (5.9%)
75 to 79 Years17 (4.4%)10 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over29 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total382 (100.0%)336 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jerome

Median Family Size in Jerome

The median family size in Jerome is 2.83 persons per family, with single female/mother families (26 | 13.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (19 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.32 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jerome
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple152 (77.2%)2.84
Single Male/Father19 (9.6%)2.32
Single Female/Mother26 (13.2%)3.19
Total Families197 (100.0%)2.83

Median Household Size in Jerome

The median household size in Jerome is 2.32 persons per household, with single female/mother households (26 | 8.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.77 persons per household. non-family households (100 | 33.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jerome
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple152 (51.2%)2.84
Single Male/Father19 (6.4%)2.32
Single Female/Mother26 (8.7%)3.77
Non-family100 (33.7%)1.16
Total Households297 (100.0%)2.32

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jerome

Out of a total of 297 households in Jerome, 197 (66.3%) are family households, while 100 (33.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 90, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 80.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jerome
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-80 (26.9%)
2-Person Households90 (30.3%)20 (6.7%)
3-Person Households62 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households10 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households35 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total197 (66.3%)100 (33.7%)

Female Fertility in Jerome

Fertility by Age in Jerome

Female Fertility by Age in Jerome
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jerome

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jerome
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Jerome

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Jerome
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jerome

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jerome
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Jerome

Income Overview in Jerome

Per Capita Income in Jerome is $33,110, while median incomes of families and households are $110,313 and $56,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income718$33,110
Median Family Income197$110,313
Mean Family Income197$92,329
Median Household Income297$56,250
Mean Household Income297$78,709
Income Deficit197$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7180.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)718100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7180.38

Earnings by Sex in Jerome

Earnings by Sex in Jerome
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male136 (44.4%)$38,167
Female170 (55.6%)$0
Total306 (100.0%)$0

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jerome

The most common earnings brackets in Jerome are $2,499 or less for men (48 | 35.3%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (30 | 17.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jerome
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less48 (35.3%)25 (14.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)30 (17.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)9 (5.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)12 (7.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (11.8%)20 (11.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99915 (11.0%)18 (10.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99915 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)26 (15.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99910 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99921 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)15 (8.8%)
$100,000+11 (8.1%)15 (8.8%)
Total136 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jerome

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jerome
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Jerome

Family Income Brackets in Jerome

According to the Jerome family income data, there are 90 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 45.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Jerome
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9995125.9%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9992010.2%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,9992512.7%
$100,000 to $149,9999045.7%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+115.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jerome

3-person families (51 | 25.9%) account for the highest median family income in Jerome with $113,510 per family, while 3-person families (51 | 25.9%) have the highest median income of $37,837 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jerome
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families101 (51.3%)$0
3-Person Families51 (25.9%)$113,510
4-Person Families10 (5.1%)$0
5-Person Families35 (17.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total197 (100.0%)$110,313

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jerome

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jerome
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners71 (36.0%)$0
1 Earner26 (13.2%)$0
2 Earners90 (45.7%)$114,904
3+ Earners10 (5.1%)$0
Total197 (100.0%)$110,313

Household Income in Jerome

Household Income Brackets in Jerome

With 90 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Jerome, accounting for 30.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Jerome
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9995117.2%
$25,000 to $34,999175.7%
$35,000 to $49,9995819.5%
$50,000 to $74,9994515.2%
$75,000 to $99,999258.4%
$100,000 to $149,9999030.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+113.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jerome

The median household income in Jerome is $56,250, with the highest median household income of $81,333 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 86 households (29.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 20 households (6.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jerome
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years20 (6.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years86 (29.0%)$81,333
45 to 64 Years92 (31.0%)$55,500
65+ Years99 (33.3%)$0
Total297 (100.0%)$56,250

Poverty in Jerome

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jerome

With 11.9% poverty level for males and 4.5% for females among the residents of Jerome, 6 to 11 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (51.3%) and 15 females (33.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jerome
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years19 (51.3%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)15 (33.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years23 (44.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (11.9%)15 (4.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jerome

According to the poverty statistics in Jerome, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jerome
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years18 (48.6%)70 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years30 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years30 (100.0%)30 (66.7%)
35 to 44 Years47 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years45 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years29 (55.8%)43 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years71 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total311 (88.1%)321 (95.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jerome

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jerome
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jerome

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jerome
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)15 (57.7%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jerome
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)15 (33.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Jerome

Employment by Class of Employer in Jerome

Among the 269 employed individuals in Jerome, private company employees (158 | 58.7%), not-for-profit organizations (69 | 25.7%), and local government employees (26 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jerome
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees15858.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)165.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations6925.7%
Local Government Employees269.7%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total269100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jerome

According to the labor force statistics for Jerome, out of the total population over 16 years of age (572), 49.7% or 284 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 15 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 20 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.3% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jerome
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years50 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years55 (100.0%)15 (27.3%)
35 to 44 Years88 (85.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years9 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years18 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years34 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total284 (49.7%)15 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jerome

According to labor force statistics for Jerome, 61.2% of individuals (200) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (327) are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 15 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.5% or 116 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.4% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jerome
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma51 (53.7%)28 (29.4%)
College / Associate Degree33 (42.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher116 (88.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (61.2%)25 (7.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jerome

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jerome are Business & Financial (51 | 19.0%), Management (26 | 9.7%), Community & Social Service (24 | 8.9%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (15 | 5.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (9 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Jerome

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jerome, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Community & Social Service (62.5%), and Management (42.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Management (57.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jerome
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11 (42.3%)15 (57.7%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 15 (62.5%)9 (37.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)26 (25.7%)75 (74.3%)
Total (Overall)136 (50.6%)133 (49.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jerome are Cleaning & Maintenance (34 | 12.6%), and Personal Care & Service (34 | 12.6%).
Services Occupations in Jerome

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Jerome
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service14 (41.2%)20 (58.8%)
Total (Category)48 (70.6%)20 (29.4%)
Total (Overall)136 (50.6%)133 (49.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jerome are , and Office & Administration (48 | 17.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jerome

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jerome
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration10 (20.8%)38 (79.2%)
Total (Category)10 (20.8%)38 (79.2%)
Total (Overall)136 (50.6%)133 (49.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jerome are , and Construction & Extraction (21 | 7.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Jerome

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Jerome
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)136 (50.6%)133 (49.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jerome are , and Production (31 | 11.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jerome

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jerome
OccupationMaleFemale
Production31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)136 (50.6%)133 (49.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jerome

Employment Industries in Jerome

The major employment industries in Jerome include Health Care & Social Assistance (78 | 29.0%), Manufacturing (41 | 15.2%), Construction (21 | 7.8%), Retail Trade (15 | 5.6%), and Information (10 | 3.7%).
Employment Industries in Jerome

Employment Industries by Sex in Jerome

The Jerome industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Retail Trade (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (82.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jerome
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing26 (63.4%)15 (36.6%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance14 (17.9%)64 (82.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (50.6%)133 (49.4%)

Education in Jerome

School Enrollment in Jerome

The most common levels of schooling among the 136 students in Jerome are elementary school (89 | 65.4%), college / undergraduate (29 | 21.3%), and kindergarten (18 | 13.2%).
School Enrollment in Jerome
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten1813.2%
Elementary School8965.4%
Middle School00.0%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate2921.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total136100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jerome

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jerome
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jerome

Education (40 | 21.0%), business (30 | 15.8%), science & technology (27 | 14.2%), social sciences (26 | 13.7%), and psychology (20 | 10.5%) are the most common fields of study among 190 individuals in Jerome who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jerome
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics178.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology2010.5%
Social Sciences2613.7%
Engineering115.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology2714.2%
Business3015.8%
Education4021.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications105.3%
Arts & Humanities94.7%
Total190100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jerome

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jerome

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jerome are males with 3 vehicles (49, accounting for 36.0%) and females with 3 vehicles (15, making up 36.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jerome
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle15 (11.0%)20 (15.0%)
1 Vehicle16 (11.8%)38 (28.6%)
2 Vehicles35 (25.7%)34 (25.6%)
3 Vehicles49 (36.0%)15 (11.3%)
4 Vehicles21 (15.4%)26 (19.6%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (100.0%)133 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jerome

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jerome are 5 to 9 minutes (73 commuters, 28.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (59 commuters, 22.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (35 commuters, 13.5%).
Commute Time in Jerome
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes7328.2%
10 to 14 Minutes3513.5%
15 to 19 Minutes2610.0%
20 to 24 Minutes155.8%
25 to 29 Minutes3513.5%
30 to 34 Minutes5922.8%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes166.2%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Jerome

The most common commute times in Jerome are 5 to 9 minutes (55 commuters, 40.4%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (35 commuters, 28.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jerome
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes55 (40.4%)18 (14.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes15 (11.0%)20 (16.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes26 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)15 (12.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)35 (28.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes24 (17.6%)35 (28.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes16 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jerome

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jerome are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (55, 40.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (59, 48.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jerome
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM15 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM11 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM16 (11.8%)20 (16.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM55 (40.4%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM15 (11.0%)59 (48.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM10 (7.3%)44 (35.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM14 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jerome

Occupancy by Ownership in Jerome

Of the total 297 dwellings in Jerome, owner-occupied units account for 277 (93.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 20 (6.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jerome
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units27793.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units206.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units297100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jerome

Occupancy by Household Size in Jerome
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8026.9%
2-Person Household11037.0%
3-Person Household6220.9%
4+ Person Household4515.1%
Total Housing Units297100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jerome

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jerome
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household90 (81.8%)20 (18.2%)
3-Person Household62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units277 (93.3%)20 (6.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jerome

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jerome
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma88 (81.5%)20 (18.5%)
College/Associate Degree74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jerome

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jerome
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6521.9%
35 to 44 Years4113.8%
45 to 54 Years4515.1%
55 to 64 Years4715.8%
65 to 74 Years8227.6%
75 to 84 Years175.7%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total297100.0%

Housing Finances in Jerome

Median Income by Occupancy in Jerome

Median Income by Occupancy in Jerome
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied277 (93.3%)$56,806
Renter-Occupied20 (6.7%)$0
Average297 (100.0%)$56,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jerome

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jerome
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99951 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (13.7%)20 (100.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99925 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99990 (32.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more11 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total277 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jerome

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jerome
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30034 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49980 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79971 (25.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99941 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49941 (14.8%)20 (100.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99910 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total277 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jerome

Housing Structures in Jerome

Housing Structures in Jerome
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached18361.6%
Single Unit, Attached3010.1%
2 Unit Apartments8428.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total297100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jerome

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jerome
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached183 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments64 (76.2%)20 (23.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total277 (93.3%)20 (6.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jerome

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jerome
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms28 (10.1%)20 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms205 (74.0%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms44 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total277 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jerome

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jerome
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas28 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity30 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene139 (50.2%)20 (100.0%)
Coal or Coke26 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels54 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total277 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jerome

Household Vehicle Usage in Jerome
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle20 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle95 (34.3%)20 (100.0%)
2 Vehicles91 (32.9%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles71 (25.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total277 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jerome

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jerome

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units130147
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$55,778$11
Monthly Housing Costs$384$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jerome

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jerome
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00079 (60.8%)32 (21.8%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)48 (32.7%)
$100,000 to $299,99951 (39.2%)67 (45.6%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jerome

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jerome
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)47 (32.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99934 (26.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (13.1%)17 (11.6%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (34.6%)38 (25.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99934 (26.2%)25 (17.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)56 (38.1%)
Total130 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jerome

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jerome
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x113 (86.9%)81,850 (55,680.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x17 (13.1%)119 (80.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)28 (19.1%)
4.0x or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jerome

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jerome
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80064 (49.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49951 (39.2%)106 (72.1%)
Total130 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Jerome

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jerome

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jerome
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total689 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jerome

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jerome
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jerome

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jerome
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over241 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jerome

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jerome
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 614 (35.9%)25 (64.1%)
6 to 18 Years54 (50.5%)72 (67.3%)
19 to 25 Years32 (51.6%)30 (48.4%)
25 to 34 Years50 (66.7%)25 (33.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)103 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years45 (83.3%)9 (16.7%)
55 to 64 Years67 (70.5%)51 (53.7%)
65 to 74 Years127 (100.0%)85 (66.9%)
75 Years and over27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total416 (60.4%)400 (58.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jerome

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jerome
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%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years68 (47.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jerome

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Jerome: <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%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Jerome: <span>Vision 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%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jerome: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years45 (31.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Jerome: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years68 (47.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jerome: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years68 (47.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Jerome

Computing Device Access in Jerome

Computing Device Access in Jerome
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop24181.1%
Smartphone28094.3%
Tablet22475.4%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total297100.0%

Internet Access in Jerome

Internet Access in Jerome
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home24181.1%
Cellular Data Only206.7%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet3612.1%
Total297100.0%

Jerome Summary

Jerome, Pennsylvania is a small borough located in the northern part of Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. It is situated in the Appalachian Mountains and is surrounded by the townships of North Union, West Mahanoy, and East Union. The population of Jerome was 1,845 as of the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Jerome was first settled in the late 1700s by German immigrants. The town was originally known as “Mahanoy Plane” and was part of North Union Township. In 1845, the town was renamed “Jerome” after the first postmaster, John Jerome. The town was officially incorporated in 1876.
In the late 1800s, Jerome was a thriving coal mining town. The town was home to several coal mines, including the Mahanoy Plane Colliery, the Jerome Colliery, and the East Union Colliery. The coal industry was the main source of employment for the town’s residents.

Geography

Jerome is located in the northern part of Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. It is situated in the Appalachian Mountains and is surrounded by the townships of North Union, West Mahanoy, and East Union. The town is located at an elevation of 1,845 feet above sea level.
The town is located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Route 54 and Pennsylvania Route 924. The nearest major cities are Hazleton (25 miles to the north) and Pottsville (20 miles to the south).

Economy

The economy of Jerome is largely based on the coal mining industry. The town is home to several coal mines, including the Mahanoy Plane Colliery, the Jerome Colliery, and the East Union Colliery. The coal industry is the main source of employment for the town’s residents.
In addition to the coal industry, Jerome is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to a few manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a metal fabrication plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Jerome was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.
The median household income in Jerome was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Jerome?
Total Population of Jerome is 718.
What is the Total Male Population of Jerome?
Total Male Population of Jerome is 382.
What is the Total Female Population of Jerome?
Total Female Population of Jerome is 336.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jerome?
There are 113.69 Males per 100 Females in Jerome.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jerome?
There are 87.96 Females per 100 Males in Jerome.
What is the Median Population Age in Jerome?
Median Population Age in Jerome is 41.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jerome
Average Family Size in Jerome is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jerome
Average Household Size in Jerome is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jerome?
Per Capita income in Jerome is $33,110.
What is the Median Family Income in Jerome?
Median Family Income in Jerome is $110,313.
What is the Median Household income in Jerome?
Median Household Income in Jerome is $56,250.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jerome?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jerome is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jerome?
There are 284 People in the Labor Forcein in Jerome.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jerome?
49.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Jerome.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jerome?
Unemployment Rate in Jerome is 5.3%.