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Muir Overview

541
TOTAL POPULATION
228
MALE POPULATION
313
FEMALE POPULATION
72.84
MALES / 100 FEMALES
137.28
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,064
PER CAPITA INCOME
$133,702
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$123,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.28
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
312
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Muir

The most populous races in Muir are , and White / Caucasian (541 | 100.0%).
Race in Muir
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian541100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total541100.0%

Ancestry in Muir

The most populous ancestries reported in Muir are German (242 | 44.7%), Irish (100 | 18.5%), American (69 | 12.8%), Dutch (46 | 8.5%), and Pennsylvania German (30 | 5.6%), together accounting for 90.0% of all Muir residents.
Ancestry in Muir
Ancestry# Population% Population
American6912.8%
Czech40.7%
Dutch468.5%
English132.4%
French50.9%
German24244.7%
Irish10018.5%
Italian152.8%
Pennsylvania German305.6%
Polish50.9%
Scotch-Irish40.7%
Welsh50.9%
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Immigrants in Muir

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

Sex and Age in Muir

The most populous age groups in Muir are 40 to 44 Years (39 | 17.1%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (52 | 16.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Muir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (10.1%)16 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.2%)
10 to 14 Years8 (3.5%)52 (16.6%)
15 to 19 Years17 (7.5%)14 (4.5%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)29 (9.3%)
25 to 29 Years23 (10.1%)49 (15.7%)
30 to 34 Years12 (5.3%)10 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years7 (3.1%)6 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Years39 (17.1%)37 (11.8%)
45 to 49 Years16 (7.0%)15 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years28 (12.3%)24 (7.7%)
55 to 59 Years10 (4.4%)29 (9.3%)
60 to 64 Years15 (6.6%)12 (3.8%)
65 to 69 Years7 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years12 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years2 (0.9%)3 (1.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)10 (3.2%)
85 Years and over9 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total228 (100.0%)313 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Muir

Median Family Size in Muir

The median family size in Muir is 3.43 persons per family, with married-couple families (119 | 80.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.51 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (8 | 5.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Muir
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple119 (80.9%)3.51
Single Male/Father8 (5.4%)3.00
Single Female/Mother20 (13.6%)3.10
Total Families147 (100.0%)3.43

Median Household Size in Muir

Median Household Size in Muir
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple119 (69.2%)3.55
Single Male/Father8 (4.6%)3.00
Single Female/Mother20 (11.6%)3.50
Non-family25 (14.5%)-
Total Households172 (100.0%)3.15

Household Size by Marriage Status in Muir

Out of a total of 172 households in Muir, 147 (85.5%) are family households, while 25 (14.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 54, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 25.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Muir
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-25 (14.5%)
2-Person Households51 (29.6%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households32 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households54 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households10 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total147 (85.5%)25 (14.5%)

Female Fertility in Muir

Fertility by Age in Muir

Average fertility rate in Muir is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 114.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Muir
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)114.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Muir

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Muir
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Muir

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Muir
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 Degree10 (100.0%)179.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)61.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Muir

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Muir
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 Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Muir

Income Overview in Muir

Per Capita Income in Muir is $36,064, while median incomes of families and households are $133,702 and $123,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income541$36,064
Median Family Income147$133,702
Mean Family Income147$121,711
Median Household Income172$123,750
Mean Household Income172$110,713
Income Deficit147$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)54138.08%
Wage / Income Gap ($)54161.92¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5410.28

Earnings by Sex in Muir

Average Earnings in Muir are $47,300, $67,629 for men and $41,875 for women, a difference of 38.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Muir
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male149 (46.0%)$67,629
Female175 (54.0%)$41,875
Total324 (100.0%)$47,300

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Muir

The most common earnings brackets in Muir are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (57 | 38.3%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (30 | 17.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Muir
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less4 (2.7%)4 (2.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9998 (5.4%)8 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)30 (17.1%)
$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 $24,9994 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99913 (8.7%)14 (8.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)8 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9996 (4.0%)10 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99912 (8.1%)18 (10.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9992 (1.3%)23 (13.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (4.7%)18 (10.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99917 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99957 (38.3%)24 (13.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (7.4%)3 (1.7%)
$100,000+8 (5.4%)15 (8.6%)
Total149 (100.0%)175 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Muir

Average earnings in Muir are $67,629 for men and $45,326 for women, a difference of 33.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $61,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,591, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $38,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Muir
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$61,250$38,750
College or Associate's Degree$63,750$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$67,629$45,326

Family Income in Muir

Family Income Brackets in Muir

According to the Muir family income data, there are 72 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 49.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Muir
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99985.4%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,99942.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991812.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991812.2%
$100,000 to $149,9997249.0%
$150,000 to $199,9992416.3%
$200,000+32.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Muir

2-person families (63 | 42.9%) account for the highest median family income in Muir with $138,750 per family, while 2-person families (63 | 42.9%) have the highest median income of $69,375 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Muir
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families63 (42.9%)$138,750
3-Person Families20 (13.6%)$83,750
4-Person Families54 (36.7%)$133,750
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families10 (6.8%)$0
Total147 (100.0%)$133,702

Family Income by Number of Earners in Muir

Family Income by Number of Earners in Muir
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners12 (8.2%)$0
1 Earner45 (30.6%)$69,821
2 Earners47 (32.0%)$146,250
3+ Earners43 (29.2%)$133,894
Total147 (100.0%)$133,702

Household Income in Muir

Household Income Brackets in Muir

With 72 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Muir, accounting for 41.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Muir
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99942.3%
$15,000 to $24,99984.7%
$25,000 to $34,99942.3%
$35,000 to $49,999127.0%
$50,000 to $74,9992212.8%
$75,000 to $99,9992313.4%
$100,000 to $149,9997241.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992414.0%
$200,000+31.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Muir

The median household income in Muir is $123,750, with the highest median household income of $133,750 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 66 households (38.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Muir
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years66 (38.4%)$133,750
45 to 64 Years88 (51.2%)$109,500
65+ Years18 (10.5%)$65,833
Total172 (100.0%)$123,750

Poverty in Muir

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Muir

With 5.3% poverty level for males and 6.1% for females among the residents of Muir, 25 to 34 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 8 males (22.9%) and 7 females (43.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Muir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)7 (43.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)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 Years8 (22.9%)8 (13.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)4 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years4 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (5.3%)19 (6.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Muir

According to the poverty statistics in Muir, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 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 Muir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (100.0%)9 (56.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years8 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years27 (77.1%)51 (86.4%)
35 to 44 Years46 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years44 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years25 (100.0%)37 (90.2%)
65 to 74 Years15 (78.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total216 (94.7%)294 (93.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Muir

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Muir
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Muir

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Muir
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)8 (40.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (40.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Muir
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)8 (28.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (28.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Muir

Employment by Class of Employer in Muir

Among the 307 employed individuals in Muir, private company employees (200 | 65.1%), local government employees (37 | 12.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (29 | 9.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Muir
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees20065.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)61.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)227.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations299.5%
Local Government Employees3712.0%
State Government Employees134.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total307100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Muir

According to the labor force statistics for Muir, out of the total population over 16 years of age (435), 71.7% or 312 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 5 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 72 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.6% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Muir
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years15 (51.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years89 (100.0%)5 (5.6%)
45 to 54 Years70 (84.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years25 (64.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years19 (70.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total312 (71.7%)5 (1.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Muir

According to labor force statistics for Muir, 89.5% of individuals (297) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (332) are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 5 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 96.0% or 120 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.7% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Muir
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School32 (82.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma88 (81.5%)6 (5.7%)
College / Associate Degree57 (95.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher120 (96.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total297 (89.5%)6 (1.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Muir

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Muir are Community & Social Service (70 | 22.8%), Education, Arts & Media (55 | 17.9%), Business & Financial (31 | 10.1%), Management (30 | 9.8%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (10 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Muir

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Muir, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Management (50.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (47.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Muir
OccupationMaleFemale
Management15 (50.0%)15 (50.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)31 (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 26 (37.1%)44 (62.9%)
Education, Arts & Media26 (47.3%)29 (52.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)45 (33.3%)90 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)135 (44.0%)172 (56.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Muir are Personal Care & Service (30 | 9.8%), Security & Protection (8 | 2.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (8 | 2.6%), and Healthcare Support (7 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Muir

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Muir
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)135 (44.0%)172 (56.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Muir are Sales & Related (20 | 6.5%), and Office & Administration (20 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Muir

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Muir
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6 (30.0%)14 (70.0%)
Office & Administration7 (35.0%)13 (65.0%)
Total (Category)13 (32.5%)27 (67.5%)
Total (Overall)135 (44.0%)172 (56.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Muir are Construction & Extraction (14 | 4.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Muir

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Muir
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)135 (44.0%)172 (56.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Muir are Production (36 | 11.7%), Transportation (17 | 5.5%), and Material Moving (17 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Muir

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Muir
OccupationMaleFemale
Production36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation7 (41.2%)10 (58.8%)
Material Moving17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)60 (85.7%)10 (14.3%)
Total (Overall)135 (44.0%)172 (56.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Muir

Employment Industries in Muir

The major employment industries in Muir include Manufacturing (49 | 16.0%), Retail Trade (48 | 15.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (42 | 13.7%), Public Administration (36 | 11.7%), and Professional & Scientific (21 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Muir

Employment Industries by Sex in Muir

The Muir industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Muir
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing44 (89.8%)5 (10.2%)
Wholesale Trade6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade26 (54.2%)22 (45.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing5 (33.3%)10 (66.7%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (9.5%)38 (90.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total135 (44.0%)172 (56.0%)

Education in Muir

School Enrollment in Muir

The most common levels of schooling among the 120 students in Muir are middle school (60 | 50.0%), high school (45 | 37.5%), and nursery / preschool (8 | 6.7%).
School Enrollment in Muir
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool86.7%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School75.8%
Middle School6050.0%
High School4537.5%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total120100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Muir

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Muir
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds31 (100.0%)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 Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Muir

Arts & humanities (54 | 31.8%), psychology (42 | 24.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (23 | 13.5%), science & technology (20 | 11.8%), and social sciences (15 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 170 individuals in Muir who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Muir
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2313.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology4224.7%
Social Sciences158.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies63.5%
Science & Technology2011.8%
Business00.0%
Education105.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities5431.8%
Total170100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Muir

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Muir

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Muir are males with 2 vehicles (77, accounting for 57.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (107, making up 44.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Muir
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle12 (8.9%)4 (2.3%)
2 Vehicles77 (57.0%)107 (62.2%)
3 Vehicles26 (19.3%)18 (10.5%)
4 Vehicles8 (5.9%)8 (4.6%)
5 or more Vehicles12 (8.9%)35 (20.3%)
Total135 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Muir

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Muir are 20 to 24 minutes (68 commuters, 22.7%), 30 to 34 minutes (46 commuters, 15.3%), and 10 to 14 minutes (39 commuters, 13.0%).
Commute Time in Muir
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes165.3%
10 to 14 Minutes3913.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes6822.7%
25 to 29 Minutes3712.3%
30 to 34 Minutes4615.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes258.3%
45 to 59 Minutes248.0%
60 to 89 Minutes3812.7%
90 or more Minutes72.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Muir

The most common commute times in Muir are 20 to 24 minutes (46 commuters, 34.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (39 commuters, 23.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Muir
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes9 (6.7%)7 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)39 (23.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes46 (34.1%)22 (13.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes37 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes8 (5.9%)38 (23.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes20 (14.8%)5 (3.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes8 (5.9%)16 (9.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)38 (23.0%)
90 or more Minutes7 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Muir

The most frequent times of departure to work in Muir are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (39, 28.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (49, 29.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Muir
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM5 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM11 (8.2%)26 (15.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM8 (5.9%)6 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM26 (19.3%)5 (3.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM6 (4.4%)6 (3.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM32 (23.7%)49 (29.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM39 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
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 AM0 (0.0%)30 (18.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3 (2.2%)36 (21.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)7 (4.2%)
Total135 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Muir

Occupancy by Ownership in Muir

Of the total 172 dwellings in Muir, owner-occupied units account for 149 (86.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 23 (13.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Muir
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units14986.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2313.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units172100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Muir

Occupancy by Household Size in Muir
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2514.5%
2-Person Household5129.6%
3-Person Household3218.6%
4+ Person Household6437.2%
Total Housing Units172100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Muir

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Muir
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
2-Person Household51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household24 (75.0%)8 (25.0%)
4+ Person Household57 (89.1%)7 (10.9%)
Total Housing Units149 (86.6%)23 (13.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Muir

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Muir
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma67 (94.4%)4 (5.6%)
College/Associate Degree8 (29.6%)19 (70.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Muir

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Muir
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1810.5%
35 to 44 Years4827.9%
45 to 54 Years5431.4%
55 to 64 Years3419.8%
65 to 74 Years74.1%
75 to 84 Years63.5%
85 Years and Over52.9%
Total172100.0%

Housing Finances in Muir

Median Income by Occupancy in Muir

Median Income by Occupancy in Muir
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied149 (86.6%)$133,606
Renter-Occupied23 (13.4%)$59,063
Average172 (100.0%)$123,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Muir

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Muir
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 $14,9994 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)4 (17.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (6.7%)12 (52.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (10.7%)7 (30.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99972 (48.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more27 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total149 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Muir

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Muir
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49927 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79928 (18.8%)4 (17.4%)
$800 to $9999 (6.0%)12 (52.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49955 (36.9%)7 (30.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99930 (20.1%)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%)
Total149 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Muir

Housing Structures in Muir

Housing Structures in Muir
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached14483.7%
Single Unit, Attached105.8%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments84.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other105.8%
Total172100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Muir

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Muir
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached129 (89.6%)15 (10.4%)
Single Unit, Attached10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total149 (86.6%)23 (13.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Muir

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Muir
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)4 (17.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms21 (14.1%)4 (17.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms77 (51.7%)8 (34.8%)
8 or more Rooms51 (34.2%)7 (30.4%)
Total149 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Muir

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Muir
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity10 (6.7%)8 (34.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene89 (59.7%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke28 (18.8%)15 (65.2%)
All other Fuels22 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total149 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Muir

Household Vehicle Usage in Muir
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle17 (11.4%)8 (34.8%)
2 Vehicles101 (67.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles31 (20.8%)15 (65.2%)
Total149 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Muir

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Muir

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5198
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$108,750$14
Monthly Housing Costs$485$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,229$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Muir

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Muir
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00011 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99917 (33.3%)10 (10.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99923 (45.1%)58 (59.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)30 (30.6%)
$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%)
Total51 (100.0%)98 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Muir

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Muir
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9994 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)8 (8.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (19.6%)10 (10.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (29.4%)9 (9.2%)
$150,000 or more13 (25.5%)57 (58.2%)
Total51 (100.0%)98 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Muir

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Muir
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x30 (58.8%)134,327 (137,068.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x17 (33.3%)49 (50.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x4 (7.8%)31 (31.6%)
4.0x or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total51 (100.0%)98 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Muir

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Muir
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80010 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49922 (43.1%)15 (15.3%)
$800 to $1,49919 (37.2%)36 (36.7%)
Total51 (100.0%)98 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Muir

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muir

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muir
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total541 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Muir

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Muir
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Muir

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Muir
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00027 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99924 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99969 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over358 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muir

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Muir
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 633 (84.6%)15 (38.5%)
6 to 18 Years24 (24.5%)74 (75.5%)
19 to 25 Years22 (28.9%)54 (71.1%)
25 to 34 Years8 (17.0%)39 (83.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)89 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (2.4%)81 (97.6%)
55 to 64 Years8 (12.1%)62 (93.9%)
65 to 74 Years19 (100.0%)3 (15.8%)
75 Years and over24 (100.0%)16 (66.7%)
Total140 (25.9%)433 (80.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Muir

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Muir
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (36.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (20.4%)
35 to 64 Years9 (7.8%)23 (18.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)4 (30.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Muir

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Muir: <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 Years4 (3.5%)4 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Muir: <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%)14 (15.9%)
35 to 64 Years5 (4.3%)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 Muir: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (36.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (20.4%)
35 to 64 Years4 (3.5%)7 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (36.4%)4 (30.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Muir: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)14 (15.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)16 (13.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Muir: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)14 (15.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Muir

Computing Device Access in Muir

Computing Device Access in Muir
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop15590.1%
Smartphone16093.0%
Tablet10460.5%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total172100.0%

Internet Access in Muir

Internet Access in Muir
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet42.3%
Broadband Home13477.9%
Cellular Data Only2112.2%
Satellite Internet169.3%
No Internet95.2%
Total172100.0%

Muir Summary

Muir is a small borough located in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. It is situated in the southern part of the state, approximately two miles south of Pottsville. The population of Muir was 1,093 at the 2010 census.

History

Muir was founded in 1845 by John Muir, a Scottish immigrant who had come to the United States in 1841. Muir had purchased a large tract of land in the area and began to develop it into a small village. He named the village after himself and it quickly grew into a thriving community.
Muir was incorporated as a borough in 1876. The town was known for its coal mining industry, which provided employment for many of its residents. The coal industry was the main source of income for the town until the 1950s, when the industry began to decline.

Geography

Muir is located at 40°45'17" North, 76°14'45" West (40.754722, -76.245833). According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2), all of it land.

Economy

Muir’s economy is largely based on the service industry. The town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town also has a small manufacturing sector, which produces a variety of products, including furniture and clothing.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 1,093 people, 441 households, and 294 families residing in the borough. The population density was 3,633.3 people per square mile (1,400.2/km2). There were 471 housing units at an average density of 1,547.3 per square mile (597.2/km2). The racial makeup of the borough was 97.7% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
There were 441 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.7% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the borough the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.
The median income for a household in the borough was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the borough was $17,845. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Muir?
Total Population of Muir is 541.
What is the Total Male Population of Muir?
Total Male Population of Muir is 228.
What is the Total Female Population of Muir?
Total Female Population of Muir is 313.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Muir?
There are 72.84 Males per 100 Females in Muir.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Muir?
There are 137.28 Females per 100 Males in Muir.
What is the Median Population Age in Muir?
Median Population Age in Muir is 39.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Muir
Average Family Size in Muir is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Muir
Average Household Size in Muir is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Muir?
Per Capita income in Muir is $36,064.
What is the Median Family Income in Muir?
Median Family Income in Muir is $133,702.
What is the Median Household income in Muir?
Median Household Income in Muir is $123,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Muir?
Income or Wage Gap in Muir is 38.1%.
Women in Muir earn 61.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Muir?
Inequality or Gini Index in Muir is 0.28.
How Large is the Labor Force in Muir?
There are 312 People in the Labor Forcein in Muir.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Muir?
71.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Muir.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Muir?
Unemployment Rate in Muir is 1.6%.