Palmdale, PA
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1,302
TOTAL POPULATION
707
MALE POPULATION
595
FEMALE POPULATION
118.82
MALES / 100 FEMALES
84.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,514
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,482
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,313
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
47.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
52.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
788
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
75.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Palmdale
The most populous races in Palmdale are White / Caucasian (1,183 | 90.9%), Hispanic or Latino (154 | 11.8%), and Two or more Races (68 | 5.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 29 | 2.2% |
| Black / African American | 14 | 1.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 154 | 11.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,183 | 90.9% |
| Two or more Races | 68 | 5.2% |
| Some other Race | 8 | 0.6% |
| Total | 1,302 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Palmdale
The most populous ancestries reported in Palmdale are German (351 | 27.0%), Irish (327 | 25.1%), Italian (172 | 13.2%), English (158 | 12.1%), and American (135 | 10.4%), together accounting for 87.8% of all Palmdale residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 135 | 10.4% |
| Arab | 9 | 0.7% |
| Burmese | 19 | 1.5% |
| Croatian | 7 | 0.5% |
| Cuban | 130 | 10.0% |
| Danish | 17 | 1.3% |
| Dutch | 18 | 1.4% |
| Eastern European | 16 | 1.2% |
| English | 158 | 12.1% |
| European | 38 | 2.9% |
| French | 47 | 3.6% |
| German | 351 | 27.0% |
| Greek | 19 | 1.5% |
| Indian (Asian) | 10 | 0.8% |
| Irish | 327 | 25.1% |
| Italian | 172 | 13.2% |
| Mexican | 8 | 0.6% |
| Norwegian | 20 | 1.5% |
| Pennsylvania German | 15 | 1.1% |
| Polish | 6 | 0.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 3 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 132 | 10.1% |
| Swedish | 8 | 0.6% |
| Ukrainian | 6 | 0.5% | View All 25 Rows |
Immigrants in Palmdale
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Palmdale came from Asia (29 | 2.2%), Eastern Asia (29 | 2.2%), Korea (19 | 1.5%), Latin America (17 | 1.3%), and China (10 | 0.8%), together accounting for 8.0% of all Palmdale residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 29 | 2.2% |
| Caribbean | 9 | 0.7% |
| Central America | 8 | 0.6% |
| China | 10 | 0.8% |
| Dominican Republic | 9 | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 29 | 2.2% |
| Europe | 10 | 0.8% |
| Italy | 10 | 0.8% |
| Korea | 19 | 1.5% |
| Latin America | 17 | 1.3% |
| Mexico | 8 | 0.6% |
| Southern Europe | 10 | 0.8% | View All 12 Rows |
Sex and Age in Palmdale
Sex and Age in Palmdale
The most populous age groups in Palmdale are 45 to 49 Years (93 | 13.2%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (110 | 18.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 76 (10.7%) | 26 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 50 (7.1%) | 24 (4.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 73 (10.3%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 87 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 49 (6.9%) | 29 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 31 (4.4%) | 72 (12.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 19 (2.7%) | 63 (10.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 60 (8.5%) | 54 (9.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 7 (1.0%) | 110 (18.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 93 (13.2%) | 11 (1.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 27 (3.8%) | 45 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 7 (1.0%) | 50 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 44 (6.2%) | 13 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 20 (2.8%) | 22 (3.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 22 (3.1%) | 25 (4.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 27 (3.8%) | 29 (4.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 8 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 7 (1.0%) | 17 (2.9%) |
| Total | 707 (100.0%) | 595 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Palmdale
Median Family Size in Palmdale
The median family size in Palmdale is 2.44 persons per family, with single female/mother families (203 | 46.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.66 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (21 | 4.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.05 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 211 (48.5%) | 2.28 |
| Single Male/Father | 21 (4.8%) | 2.05 |
| Single Female/Mother | 203 (46.7%) | 2.66 |
| Total Families | 435 (100.0%) | 2.44 |
Median Household Size in Palmdale
The median household size in Palmdale is 2.11 persons per household, with single male/father households (21 | 3.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.76 persons per household. non-family households (170 | 28.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 211 (34.9%) | 2.28 |
| Single Male/Father | 21 (3.5%) | 2.76 |
| Single Female/Mother | 203 (33.6%) | 2.66 |
| Non-family | 170 (28.1%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 605 (100.0%) | 2.11 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Palmdale
Out of a total of 605 households in Palmdale, 435 (71.9%) are family households, while 170 (28.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 244, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 140.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 140 (23.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 244 (40.3%) | 30 (5.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 162 (26.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 29 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 435 (71.9%) | 170 (28.1%) |
Female Fertility in Palmdale
Fertility by Age in Palmdale
Average fertility rate in Palmdale is 159.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 309.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 54 (100.0%) | 309.0 |
| Total | 54 (100.0%) | 159.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Palmdale
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Palmdale
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 54 (100.0%) | 593.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 54 (100.0%) | 159.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Palmdale
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
Income in Palmdale
Income Overview in Palmdale
Per Capita Income in Palmdale is $32,514, while median incomes of families and households are $63,482 and $55,313 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,302 | $32,514 |
| Median Family Income | 435 | $63,482 |
| Mean Family Income | 435 | $74,473 |
| Median Household Income | 605 | $55,313 |
| Mean Household Income | 605 | $70,440 |
| Income Deficit | 435 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,302 | 47.39% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,302 | 52.61¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,302 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Palmdale
Average Earnings in Palmdale are $36,652, $51,477 for men and $27,083 for women, a difference of 47.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 346 (43.6%) | $51,477 |
| Female | 447 (56.4%) | $27,083 |
| Total | 793 (100.0%) | $36,652 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Palmdale
The most common earnings brackets in Palmdale are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (78 | 22.5%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (87 | 19.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 11 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 23 (6.7%) | 85 (19.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 8 (2.3%) | 17 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 7 (2.0%) | 54 (12.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (7.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 42 (12.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 8 (2.3%) | 25 (5.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 27 (7.8%) | 16 (3.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 9 (2.6%) | 34 (7.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 7 (2.0%) | 9 (2.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 18 (5.2%) | 15 (3.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 78 (22.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 29 (8.4%) | 16 (3.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 29 (8.4%) | 9 (2.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 26 (7.5%) | 87 (19.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 24 (6.9%) | 25 (5.6%) |
| Total | 346 (100.0%) | 447 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Palmdale
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $53,103 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $75,855 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $34,653 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | $63,750 | $0 |
| Total | $53,259 | $0 |
Family Income in Palmdale
Family Income Brackets in Palmdale
According to the Palmdale family income data, there are 139 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.0% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 8 | 1.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 139 | 32.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 26 | 6.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 63 | 14.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 32 | 7.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 111 | 25.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 56 | 12.9% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Palmdale
2-person families (257 | 59.1%) account for the highest median family income in Palmdale with $62,768 per family, while 2-person families (257 | 59.1%) have the highest median income of $31,384 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 257 (59.1%) | $62,768 |
| 3-Person Families | 149 (34.3%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 29 (6.7%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 435 (100.0%) | $63,482 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Palmdale
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 47 (10.8%) | $53,250 |
| 1 Earner | 190 (43.7%) | $17,593 |
| 2 Earners | 152 (34.9%) | $140,714 |
| 3+ Earners | 46 (10.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 435 (100.0%) | $63,482 |
Household Income in Palmdale
Household Income Brackets in Palmdale
With 152 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Palmdale, accounting for 25.1% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 17 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 152 | 25.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 53 | 8.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 31 | 5.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 102 | 16.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 56 | 9.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 138 | 22.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 56 | 9.3% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Palmdale
The median household income in Palmdale is $55,313, with the highest median household income of $68,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 149 households (24.6%) 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 22 households (3.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 22 (3.6%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 306 (50.6%) | $0 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 149 (24.6%) | $68,625 |
| 65+ Years | 128 (21.2%) | $41,250 |
| Total | 605 (100.0%) | $55,313 |
Poverty in Palmdale
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Palmdale
With 36.3% poverty level for males and 25.0% for females among the residents of Palmdale, under 5 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 76 males (100.0%) and 139 females (84.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 76 (100.0%) | 10 (38.5%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 84 (64.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 139 (84.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (19.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 257 (36.3%) | 149 (25.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Palmdale
According to the poverty statistics in Palmdale, males aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (61.5%) |
| 5 Years | 25 (100.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 47 (35.9%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 50 (100.0%) | 135 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 67 (100.0%) | 25 (15.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 113 (94.2%) | 56 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 51 (100.0%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 34 (80.9%) | 47 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (78.6%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| Total | 450 (63.6%) | 446 (75.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Palmdale
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 191 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 211 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Palmdale
According to the poverty data in Palmdale, 38.1% or 8 single-father households and 68.5% or 139 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 139 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (100.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (38.1%) | 139 (68.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Palmdale
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (65.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Palmdale
Employment by Class of Employer in Palmdale
Among the 739 employed individuals in Palmdale, private company employees (561 | 75.9%), local government employees (81 | 11.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (46 | 6.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 561 | 75.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 30 | 4.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 46 | 6.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 81 | 11.0% |
| State Government Employees | 4 | 0.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 17 | 2.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 739 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Palmdale
According to the labor force statistics for Palmdale, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,048), 75.2% or 788 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 50 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 82 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 31.6% or 18 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 5 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 71 (91.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 97 (94.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 231 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 173 (98.3%) | 24 (13.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 57 (100.0%) | 7 (12.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 57 (100.0%) | 18 (31.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (16.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 788 (75.2%) | 50 (6.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Palmdale
According to labor force statistics for Palmdale, 98.7% of individuals (697) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (706) are in the labor force, with 7.1% or 49 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 18 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.0% or 31 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 207 (98.6%) | 32 (15.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 154 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 318 (98.1%) | 19 (5.8%) |
| Total | 697 (98.7%) | 50 (7.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Palmdale
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Palmdale are Community & Social Service (114 | 15.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (66 | 9.0%), Health Technologists (66 | 9.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (61 | 8.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (50 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Palmdale, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Management (68.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (88.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (71.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 32 (68.1%) | 15 (31.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 19 (38.0%) | 31 (62.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 19 (43.2%) | 25 (56.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 52 (45.6%) | 62 (54.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 16 (66.7%) | 8 (33.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 7 (11.5%) | 54 (88.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 19 (28.8%) | 47 (71.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 19 (28.8%) | 47 (71.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 122 (44.0%) | 155 (56.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 292 (40.0%) | 438 (60.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Palmdale are Food Preparation & Serving (103 | 14.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (33 | 4.5%), Personal Care & Service (26 | 3.6%), and Healthcare Support (9 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Palmdale, the most male-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (34.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (7.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (92.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 8 (7.8%) | 95 (92.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 9 (34.6%) | 17 (65.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 17 (9.9%) | 154 (90.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 292 (40.0%) | 438 (60.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Palmdale are Office & Administration (57 | 7.8%), and Sales & Related (37 | 5.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (100.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 292 (40.0%) | 438 (60.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Palmdale are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (8 | 1.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 1.1%), and Construction & Extraction (7 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 292 (40.0%) | 438 (60.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Palmdale are Material Moving (77 | 10.5%), Production (46 | 6.3%), and Transportation (42 | 5.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 27 (58.7%) | 19 (41.3%) |
| Transportation | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 61 (79.2%) | 16 (20.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 130 (78.8%) | 35 (21.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 292 (40.0%) | 438 (60.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Palmdale
Employment Industries in Palmdale
The major employment industries in Palmdale include Health Care & Social Assistance (157 | 21.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (103 | 14.1%), Retail Trade (90 | 12.3%), Manufacturing (83 | 11.4%), and Educational Services (83 | 11.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Palmdale
The Palmdale industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (92.2%), and Retail Trade (86.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 36 (43.4%) | 47 (56.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 42 (57.5%) | 31 (42.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 12 (13.3%) | 78 (86.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 51 (61.5%) | 32 (38.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 28 (17.8%) | 129 (82.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 8 (7.8%) | 95 (92.2%) |
| Public Administration | 4 (25.0%) | 12 (75.0%) |
| Total | 292 (40.0%) | 438 (60.0%) |
Education in Palmdale
School Enrollment in Palmdale
The most common levels of schooling among the 302 students in Palmdale are high school (87 | 28.8%), middle school (78 | 25.8%), and graduate / professional (56 | 18.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 49 | 16.2% |
| Kindergarten | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elementary School | 25 | 8.3% |
| Middle School | 78 | 25.8% |
| High School | 87 | 28.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 7 | 2.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 56 | 18.5% |
| Total | 302 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Palmdale
Out of a total of 302 students who are enrolled in schools in Palmdale, 120 (39.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 182 (60.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 74 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 5 (6.4%) | 73 (93.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 16 (39.0%) | 25 (61.0%) |
| Total | 182 (60.3%) | 120 (39.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Palmdale
Business (92 | 21.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (76 | 18.0%), physical & health sciences (50 | 11.8%), computers & mathematics (49 | 11.6%), and science & technology (44 | 10.4%) are the most common fields of study among 422 individuals in Palmdale who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 49 | 11.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 76 | 18.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 50 | 11.8% |
| Psychology | 12 | 2.8% |
| Social Sciences | 29 | 6.9% |
| Engineering | 16 | 3.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 44 | 10.4% |
| Business | 92 | 21.8% |
| Education | 31 | 7.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 6 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 4 | 0.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 13 | 3.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 422 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Palmdale
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Palmdale
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Palmdale are males with 2 vehicles (138, accounting for 48.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (205, making up 30.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 26 (9.1%) | 134 (30.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 138 (48.6%) | 205 (45.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 120 (42.2%) | 108 (24.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 284 (100.0%) | 447 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Palmdale
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Palmdale are 10 to 14 minutes (242 commuters, 34.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (84 commuters, 12.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (67 commuters, 9.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 8 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 54 | 7.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 242 | 34.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 51 | 7.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 84 | 12.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 40 | 5.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 67 | 9.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 54 | 7.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 32 | 4.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 8 | 1.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 54 | 7.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Palmdale
The most common commute times in Palmdale are 20 to 24 minutes (84 commuters, 31.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (195 commuters, 45.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 8 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 29 (10.8%) | 25 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 47 (17.5%) | 195 (45.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 37 (13.8%) | 14 (3.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 84 (31.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 10 (3.7%) | 30 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 13 (4.9%) | 54 (12.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (12.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 32 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 8 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (12.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Palmdale
The most frequent times of departure to work in Palmdale are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (56, 20.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (111, 26.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 50 (18.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 7 (2.6%) | 98 (23.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 22 (8.2%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 45 (16.8%) | 110 (25.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 8 (3.0%) | 111 (26.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 19 (7.1%) | 27 (6.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 27 (10.1%) | 10 (2.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 7 (2.6%) | 15 (3.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 8 (3.0%) | 17 (4.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (3.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 19 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 56 (20.9%) | 11 (2.6%) |
| Total | 268 (100.0%) | 426 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Palmdale
Occupancy by Ownership in Palmdale
Of the total 605 dwellings in Palmdale, owner-occupied units account for 304 (50.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 301 (49.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 304 | 50.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 301 | 49.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 605 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Palmdale
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 140 | 23.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 274 | 45.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 162 | 26.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 29 | 4.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 605 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Palmdale
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 93 (66.4%) | 47 (33.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 160 (58.4%) | 114 (41.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 22 (13.6%) | 140 (86.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 304 (50.2%) | 301 (49.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Palmdale
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 8 (44.4%) | 10 (55.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 79 (52.3%) | 72 (47.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 53 (36.3%) | 93 (63.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 164 (56.6%) | 126 (43.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Palmdale
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 116 | 19.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 212 | 35.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 83 | 13.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 66 | 10.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 58 | 9.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 55 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 15 | 2.5% |
| Total | 605 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Palmdale
Median Income by Occupancy in Palmdale
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 304 (50.2%) | $64,286 |
| Renter-Occupied | 301 (49.7%) | $0 |
| Average | 605 (100.0%) | $55,313 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Palmdale
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 9 (3.0%) | 8 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 13 (4.3%) | 139 (46.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 43 (14.1%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 31 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 69 (22.7%) | 33 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 35 (11.5%) | 21 (7.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 48 (15.8%) | 90 (29.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 56 (18.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 304 (100.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Palmdale
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 7 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 9 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 49 (16.1%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 29 (9.5%) | 13 (4.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 76 (25.0%) | 183 (60.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 125 (41.1%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 9 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 304 (100.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Palmdale
Housing Structures in Palmdale
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 310 | 51.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 113 | 18.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 10 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 67 | 11.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 9 | 1.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 96 | 15.9% |
| Total | 605 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Palmdale
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 249 (80.3%) | 61 (19.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 28 (24.8%) | 85 (75.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 27 (28.1%) | 69 (71.9%) |
| Total | 304 (50.2%) | 301 (49.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Palmdale
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 37 (12.2%) | 79 (26.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 47 (15.5%) | 213 (70.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 135 (44.4%) | 9 (3.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 85 (28.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 304 (100.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Palmdale
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 81 (26.6%) | 87 (28.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 9 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 66 (21.7%) | 164 (54.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 136 (44.7%) | 50 (16.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 4 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 8 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 304 (100.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Palmdale
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 8 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 119 (39.1%) | 76 (25.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 131 (43.1%) | 170 (56.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 46 (15.1%) | 55 (18.3%) |
| Total | 304 (100.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Palmdale
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Palmdale
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 82 | 222 |
| Median Property Value | $180,700 | $198,100 |
| Median Household Income | $47,222 | $56 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $653 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,063 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Palmdale
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 18 (22.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 18 (22.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 39 (47.6%) | 205 (92.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 7 (8.5%) | 17 (7.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 82 (100.0%) | 222 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Palmdale
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 17 (20.7%) | 13 (5.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 31 (37.8%) | 26 (11.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20 (24.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7 (8.5%) | 49 (22.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 7 (8.5%) | 28 (12.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (18.5%) |
| Total | 82 (100.0%) | 222 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Palmdale
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 36 (43.9%) | 88,900 (40,045.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 14 (17.1%) | 104 (46.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 7 (8.5%) | 43 (19.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 25 (30.5%) | 18 (8.1%) |
| Total | 82 (100.0%) | 222 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Palmdale
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 9 (11.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 27 (32.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 39 (47.6%) | 40 (18.0%) |
| Total | 82 (100.0%) | 222 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Palmdale
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palmdale
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 167 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 231 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 158 (89.8%) | 18 (10.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 88 (77.2%) | 26 (22.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 88 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,249 (96.6%) | 44 (3.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Palmdale
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Palmdale
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 405 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 80 (69.0%) | 36 (31.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 159 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 148 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 437 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palmdale
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 86 (57.0%) | 65 (43.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 155 (81.6%) | 40 (21.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 7 (8.1%) | 80 (91.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 6 (3.6%) | 161 (96.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 139 (60.2%) | 92 (39.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 71 (40.3%) | 142 (80.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 34 (29.8%) | 88 (77.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (100.0%) | 42 (47.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 88 (100.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
| Total | 675 (52.2%) | 798 (61.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Palmdale
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (17.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 35 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (34.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (35.7%) | 17 (37.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Palmdale
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (34.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (19.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 35 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (17.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (17.4%) |
Technology Access in Palmdale
Computing Device Access in Palmdale
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 503 | 83.1% |
| Smartphone | 540 | 89.3% |
| Tablet | 418 | 69.1% |
| No Computing Device | 48 | 7.9% |
| Total | 605 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Palmdale
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 529 | 87.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 44 | 7.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| No Internet | 32 | 5.3% |
| Total | 605 | 100.0% |
Palmdale Summary
Palmdale, Pennsylvania is a small borough located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It is situated in the southeastern corner of the county, approximately 20 miles east of the city of Lancaster. The population of Palmdale was 2,845 as of the 2010 census.
History
The area that is now Palmdale was first settled in the late 1700s by German immigrants. The first settlers were the families of John and Jacob Miller, who purchased land in the area in 1790. The area was known as Millerstown until 1867, when the name was changed to Palmdale. The name was chosen to reflect the abundance of palm trees in the area.
In 1868, the Palmdale post office was established, and the town was officially incorporated in 1872. The town grew slowly, and by the early 1900s, it had a population of just over 500.
Geography
Palmdale is located in southeastern Lancaster County, approximately 20 miles east of the city of Lancaster. It is situated in the Conestoga Valley, which is part of the larger Susquehanna River Valley. The borough is bordered to the north by East Lampeter Township, to the east by West Earl Township, to the south by East Earl Township, and to the west by West Lampeter Township.
The borough covers an area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is generally flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the borough. The Conestoga River flows through the borough, and there are several small creeks and streams in the area.
Economy
The economy of Palmdale is largely based on agriculture. The borough is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. There are also several small businesses in the area, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a hardware store.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Palmdale was 2,845. The racial makeup of the borough was 95.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median household income in Palmdale was $50,938, and the median family income was $60,938. The per capita income was $22,938. About 4.3% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Palmdale?
Total Population of Palmdale is 1,302.
What is the Total Male Population of Palmdale?
Total Male Population of Palmdale is 707.
What is the Total Female Population of Palmdale?
Total Female Population of Palmdale is 595.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Palmdale?
There are 118.82 Males per 100 Females in Palmdale.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Palmdale?
There are 84.16 Females per 100 Males in Palmdale.
What is the Median Population Age in Palmdale?
Median Population Age in Palmdale is 35.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Palmdale
Average Family Size in Palmdale is 2.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Palmdale
Average Household Size in Palmdale is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Palmdale?
Per Capita income in Palmdale is $32,514.
What is the Median Family Income in Palmdale?
Median Family Income in Palmdale is $63,482.
What is the Median Household income in Palmdale?
Median Household Income in Palmdale is $55,313.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Palmdale?
Income or Wage Gap in Palmdale is 47.4%.
Women in Palmdale earn 52.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Palmdale?
Inequality or Gini Index in Palmdale is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Palmdale?
There are 788 People in the Labor Forcein in Palmdale.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Palmdale?
75.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Palmdale.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Palmdale?
Unemployment Rate in Palmdale is 6.3%.