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$24,829
PER CAPITA INCOME
$49,271
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
411
TOTAL POPULATION
197
MALE POPULATION
214
FEMALE POPULATION
92.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
55.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
159
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
46.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Waubay Zip Codes

Waubay Area Codes

Income in Waubay

Income Overview in Waubay

Per Capita Income in Waubay is $24,829, while median incomes of families and households are $49,271 and $41,500 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income411$24,829
Median Family Income125$49,271
Mean Family Income125$67,377
Median Household Income172$41,500
Mean Household Income172$58,581
Income Deficit125$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4110.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)411100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4110.42

Earnings by Sex in Waubay

Earnings by Sex in Waubay
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male83 (50.6%)$0
Female81 (49.4%)$21,696
Total164 (100.0%)$22,059

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waubay

The most common earnings brackets in Waubay are $2,499 or less for men (28 | 33.7%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (16 | 19.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waubay
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less28 (33.7%)7 (8.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9993 (3.6%)6 (7.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (4.8%)2 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)9 (11.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)2 (2.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (2.4%)5 (6.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (3.6%)14 (17.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99910 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9997 (8.4%)8 (9.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9992 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99915 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)8 (9.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)16 (19.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+3 (3.6%)4 (4.9%)
Total83 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waubay

Average earnings in Waubay are $26,375 for men and $21,786 for women, a difference of 17.4%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,429, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,429. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $20,125, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $20,125.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waubay
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,429$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$26,375$21,786

Family Income in Waubay

Family Income Brackets in Waubay

According to the Waubay family income data, there are 28 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Waubay
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00043.2%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99986.4%
$25,000 to $34,9992620.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992822.4%
$50,000 to $74,9992620.8%
$75,000 to $99,99975.6%
$100,000 to $149,9992016.0%
$150,000 to $199,99943.2%
$200,000+21.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waubay

2-person families (74 | 59.2%) account for the highest median family income in Waubay with $49,375 per family, while 2-person families (74 | 59.2%) have the highest median income of $24,688 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waubay
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families74 (59.2%)$49,375
3-Person Families32 (25.6%)$47,500
4-Person Families15 (12.0%)$0
5-Person Families4 (3.2%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total125 (100.0%)$49,271

Family Income by Number of Earners in Waubay

Family Income by Number of Earners in Waubay
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners29 (23.2%)$41,406
1 Earner55 (44.0%)$49,219
2 Earners41 (32.8%)$67,656
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total125 (100.0%)$49,271

Household Income in Waubay

Household Income Brackets in Waubay

With 38 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Waubay, accounting for 22.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Waubay
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001911.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999179.9%
$25,000 to $34,9993822.1%
$35,000 to $49,9992816.3%
$50,000 to $74,9992916.9%
$75,000 to $99,99974.1%
$100,000 to $149,9992816.3%
$150,000 to $199,99942.3%
$200,000+21.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Waubay

The median household income in Waubay is $41,500, with the highest median household income of $34,844 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 103 households (59.9%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Waubay
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years36 (20.9%)$0
45 to 64 Years33 (19.2%)$0
65+ Years103 (59.9%)$34,844
Total172 (100.0%)$41,500

Poverty in Waubay

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waubay

With 3.0% poverty level for males and 8.9% for females among the residents of Waubay, 35 to 44 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (11.8%) and 1 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waubay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)3 (21.4%)
12 to 14 Years2 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (30.6%)
Total6 (3.0%)19 (8.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Waubay

According to the poverty statistics in Waubay, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged under 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 Waubay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (100.0%)11 (78.6%)
12 to 14 Years23 (92.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years10 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years30 (88.2%)18 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years8 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years20 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)
75 Years and over17 (100.0%)34 (69.4%)
Total191 (97.0%)195 (91.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waubay

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waubay
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waubay

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waubay
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Waubay
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)4 (7.7%)

Race in Waubay

The most populous races in Waubay are White / Caucasian (223 | 54.3%), Native / Alaskan (127 | 30.9%), and Two or more Races (61 | 14.8%).
Race in Waubay
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan12730.9%
White / Caucasian22354.3%
Two or more Races6114.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total411100.0%

Ancestry in Waubay

The most populous ancestries reported in Waubay are Norwegian (91 | 22.1%), German (68 | 16.6%), Sioux (62 | 15.1%), Polish (56 | 13.6%), and African (33 | 8.0%), together accounting for 75.4% of all Waubay residents.
Ancestry in Waubay
Ancestry# Population% Population
African338.0%
Czech61.5%
Danish30.7%
English122.9%
French143.4%
French Canadian20.5%
German6816.6%
Hungarian41.0%
Irish112.7%
Norwegian9122.1%
Polish5613.6%
Puget Sound Salish51.2%
Romanian204.9%
Scandinavian112.7%
Sioux6215.1%
Subsaharan African338.0%
Swedish51.2%
Yuman194.6%
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Immigrants in Waubay

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

Sex and Age in Waubay

The most populous age groups in Waubay are 65 to 69 Years (37 | 18.8%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (31 | 14.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Waubay
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)25 (11.7%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)13 (6.1%)
10 to 14 Years33 (16.8%)1 (0.5%)
15 to 19 Years28 (14.2%)1 (0.5%)
20 to 24 Years4 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years8 (4.1%)9 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Years2 (1.0%)8 (3.7%)
35 to 39 Years12 (6.1%)6 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Years22 (11.2%)12 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years8 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)11 (5.1%)
55 to 59 Years15 (7.6%)9 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years5 (2.5%)21 (9.8%)
65 to 69 Years37 (18.8%)31 (14.5%)
70 to 74 Years6 (3.0%)18 (8.4%)
75 to 79 Years12 (6.1%)26 (12.1%)
80 to 84 Years5 (2.5%)15 (7.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (3.7%)
Total197 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Waubay

Median Family Size in Waubay

The median family size in Waubay is 2.86 persons per family, with single male/father families (19 | 15.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (33 | 26.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.58 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Waubay
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple73 (58.4%)2.95
Single Male/Father19 (15.2%)3.05
Single Female/Mother33 (26.4%)2.58
Total Families125 (100.0%)2.86

Median Household Size in Waubay

Median Household Size in Waubay
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple73 (42.4%)2.95
Single Male/Father19 (11.1%)3.37
Single Female/Mother33 (19.2%)2.58
Non-family47 (27.3%)-
Total Households172 (100.0%)2.39

Household Size by Marriage Status in Waubay

Out of a total of 172 households in Waubay, 125 (72.7%) are family households, while 47 (27.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 74, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 47.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Waubay
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-47 (27.3%)
2-Person Households74 (43.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households24 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households23 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households4 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total125 (72.7%)47 (27.3%)

Female Fertility in Waubay

Fertility by Age in Waubay

Female Fertility by Age in Waubay
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 Waubay

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Waubay
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 Waubay

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Waubay
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 Waubay

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Waubay
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%)

Employment Characteristics in Waubay

Employment by Class of Employer in Waubay

Among the 143 employed individuals in Waubay, private company employees (62 | 43.4%), state government employees (26 | 18.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (21 | 14.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Waubay
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6243.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2114.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations21.4%
Local Government Employees2014.0%
State Government Employees2618.2%
Federal Government Employees128.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total143100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Waubay

According to the labor force statistics for Waubay, out of the total population over 16 years of age (339), 46.9% or 159 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.1% or 16 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 4 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Waubay
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years20 (69.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years4 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
25 to 29 Years9 (52.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years38 (73.1%)4 (10.5%)
45 to 54 Years10 (52.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years24 (100.0%)8 (33.3%)
60 to 64 Years21 (80.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total159 (46.9%)16 (10.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waubay

According to labor force statistics for Waubay, 75.7% of individuals (112) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (148) are in the labor force, with 10.7% or 12 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 14 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 28.6% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waubay
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School14 (100.0%)4 (28.6%)
High School Diploma50 (75.8%)11 (16.0%)
College / Associate Degree19 (70.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher29 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (75.7%)16 (10.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Waubay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waubay are Management (19 | 13.3%), Community & Social Service (18 | 12.6%), Education Instruction & Library (18 | 12.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 9.1%), and Health Technologists (13 | 9.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Waubay

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waubay, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (68.4%), Community & Social Service (55.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (55.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (76.9%), and Health Technologists (76.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Waubay
OccupationMaleFemale
Management13 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)6 (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 10 (55.6%)8 (44.4%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library10 (55.6%)8 (44.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating3 (23.1%)10 (76.9%)
Health Technologists3 (23.1%)10 (76.9%)
Total (Category)26 (46.4%)30 (53.6%)
Total (Overall)73 (51.0%)70 (48.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Waubay are Cleaning & Maintenance (24 | 16.8%), Healthcare Support (9 | 6.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (8 | 5.6%).
Services Occupations in Waubay

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Waubay
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
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%)8 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)24 (58.5%)17 (41.5%)
Total (Overall)73 (51.0%)70 (48.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Waubay are , and Sales & Related (8 | 5.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Waubay

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Waubay
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)73 (51.0%)70 (48.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Waubay are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (12 | 8.4%), and Construction & Extraction (2 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Waubay

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Waubay
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Total (Category)9 (64.3%)5 (35.7%)
Total (Overall)73 (51.0%)70 (48.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Waubay are Production (14 | 9.8%), Material Moving (8 | 5.6%), and Transportation (2 | 1.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Waubay

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Waubay
OccupationMaleFemale
Production14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)14 (58.3%)10 (41.7%)
Total (Overall)73 (51.0%)70 (48.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Waubay

Employment Industries in Waubay

The major employment industries in Waubay include Educational Services (46 | 32.2%), Manufacturing (30 | 21.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (18 | 12.6%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (8 | 5.6%), and Transportation & Warehousing (6 | 4.2%).
Employment Industries in Waubay

Employment Industries by Sex in Waubay

The Waubay industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Waubay
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing17 (56.7%)13 (43.3%)
Wholesale Trade4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Educational Services30 (65.2%)16 (34.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (16.7%)15 (83.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Public Administration2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (51.0%)70 (48.9%)

Education in Waubay

School Enrollment in Waubay

The most common levels of schooling among the 81 students in Waubay are middle school (34 | 42.0%), high school (21 | 25.9%), and elementary school (13 | 16.1%).
School Enrollment in Waubay
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School1316.1%
Middle School3442.0%
High School2125.9%
College / Undergraduate1316.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total81100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waubay

Out of a total of 81 students who are enrolled in schools in Waubay, 31 (38.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 50 (61.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 21 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waubay
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old11 (84.6%)2 (15.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds10 (29.4%)24 (70.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (61.7%)31 (38.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waubay

Education (24 | 25.0%), social sciences (16 | 16.7%), science & technology (16 | 16.7%), business (14 | 14.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (11 | 11.5%) are the most common fields of study among 96 individuals in Waubay who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waubay
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1111.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences1616.7%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1616.7%
Business1414.6%
Education2425.0%
Literature & Languages22.1%
Liberal Arts & History77.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications22.1%
Arts & Humanities44.2%
Total96100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Waubay

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waubay

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Waubay are males with 2 vehicles (27, accounting for 37.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (33, making up 38.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waubay
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle18 (24.7%)8 (11.4%)
2 Vehicles27 (37.0%)33 (47.1%)
3 Vehicles23 (31.5%)25 (35.7%)
4 Vehicles3 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (2.7%)4 (5.7%)
Total73 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Waubay

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Waubay are 15 to 19 minutes (55 commuters, 40.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (44 commuters, 32.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (20 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Waubay
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes4432.1%
10 to 14 Minutes2014.6%
15 to 19 Minutes5540.2%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes128.8%
45 to 59 Minutes64.4%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Waubay

The most common commute times in Waubay are 15 to 19 minutes (34 commuters, 46.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (21 commuters, 32.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Waubay
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (43.8%)12 (18.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes7 (9.6%)13 (20.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes34 (46.6%)21 (32.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (18.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (9.4%)
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 Waubay

The most frequent times of departure to work in Waubay are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (23, 31.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (26, 40.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waubay
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (7.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)6 (9.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM16 (21.9%)26 (40.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM23 (31.5%)23 (35.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4 (5.5%)4 (6.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM3 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM20 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Waubay

Occupancy by Ownership in Waubay

Of the total 172 dwellings in Waubay, owner-occupied units account for 122 (70.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 50 (29.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Waubay
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units12270.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5029.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units172100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Waubay

Occupancy by Household Size in Waubay
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4727.3%
2-Person Household7443.0%
3-Person Household2414.0%
4+ Person Household2715.7%
Total Housing Units172100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waubay

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waubay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household24 (51.1%)23 (48.9%)
2-Person Household66 (89.2%)8 (10.8%)
3-Person Household24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household8 (29.6%)19 (70.4%)
Total Housing Units122 (70.9%)50 (29.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waubay

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waubay
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
High School Diploma28 (41.8%)39 (58.2%)
College/Associate Degree32 (82.1%)7 (17.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waubay

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waubay
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years21.2%
35 to 44 Years3419.8%
45 to 54 Years42.3%
55 to 64 Years2916.9%
65 to 74 Years5934.3%
75 to 84 Years3620.9%
85 Years and Over84.6%
Total172100.0%

Housing Finances in Waubay

Median Income by Occupancy in Waubay

Median Income by Occupancy in Waubay
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied122 (70.9%)$46,875
Renter-Occupied50 (29.1%)$0
Average172 (100.0%)$41,500

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waubay

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waubay
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)19 (38.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9999 (7.4%)8 (16.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (24.6%)8 (16.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (18.0%)7 (14.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99920 (16.4%)8 (16.0%)
$150,000 or more6 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total122 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waubay

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waubay
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49931 (25.4%)8 (16.0%)
$500 to $79969 (56.6%)21 (42.0%)
$800 to $99916 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4993 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9993 (2.5%)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%)
Total122 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Waubay

Housing Structures in Waubay

Housing Structures in Waubay
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached15388.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments74.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments42.3%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other84.6%
Total172100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waubay

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waubay
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached107 (69.9%)46 (30.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total122 (70.9%)50 (29.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waubay

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waubay
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms56 (45.9%)26 (52.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms41 (33.6%)22 (44.0%)
8 or more Rooms25 (20.5%)2 (4.0%)
Total122 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waubay

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waubay
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)6 (12.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas61 (50.0%)17 (34.0%)
Electricity50 (41.0%)12 (24.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2 (1.6%)15 (30.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used3 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total122 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Waubay

Household Vehicle Usage in Waubay
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)4 (8.0%)
1 Vehicle26 (21.3%)31 (62.0%)
2 Vehicles50 (41.0%)8 (16.0%)
3 or more Vehicles46 (37.7%)7 (14.0%)
Total122 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Waubay

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Waubay

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9824
Median Property Value$85,000$89,100
Median Household Income$42,000$0
Monthly Housing Costs$590$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,171$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waubay

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waubay
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00026 (26.5%)2 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99948 (49.0%)11 (45.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99916 (16.3%)11 (45.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9998 (8.2%)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%)
Total98 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waubay

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waubay
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9999 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99928 (28.6%)4 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9995 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (7.1%)17 (70.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more6 (6.1%)3 (12.5%)
Total98 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waubay

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waubay
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x61 (62.2%)61,250 (255,208.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x12 (12.2%)17 (70.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (20.4%)7 (29.2%)
4.0x or more5 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total98 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waubay

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waubay
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80020 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49954 (55.1%)6 (25.0%)
$800 to $1,49924 (24.5%)18 (75.0%)
Total98 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Waubay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waubay

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waubay
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
26 to 34 Years23 (85.2%)4 (14.8%)
35 to 44 Years20 (38.5%)32 (61.5%)
45 to 54 Years4 (21.0%)15 (78.9%)
55 to 64 Years35 (70.0%)15 (30.0%)
65 to 74 Years92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total341 (83.0%)70 (17.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waubay

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waubay
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waubay

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waubay
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00058 (93.5%)4 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999126 (81.8%)28 (18.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (79.7%)16 (20.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over75 (77.3%)22 (22.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waubay

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waubay
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years57 (75.0%)19 (25.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years5 (18.5%)18 (66.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)20 (38.5%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)4 (21.0%)
55 to 64 Years5 (10.0%)35 (70.0%)
65 to 74 Years84 (91.3%)33 (35.9%)
75 Years and over66 (100.0%)18 (27.3%)
Total242 (58.9%)147 (35.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waubay

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waubay
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 Years16 (25.8%)7 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (30.6%)
75 Years and over4 (23.5%)14 (28.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Waubay

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Waubay: <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 Years2 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Waubay: <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 Years4 (6.5%)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 Waubay: <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 Years10 (16.1%)5 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Waubay: <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 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (30.6%)
75 Years and over4 (23.5%)14 (28.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Waubay: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Waubay

Computing Device Access in Waubay

Computing Device Access in Waubay
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop7845.4%
Smartphone12371.5%
Tablet6940.1%
No Computing Device4123.8%
Total172100.0%

Internet Access in Waubay

Internet Access in Waubay
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home8650.0%
Cellular Data Only137.6%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet7342.4%
Total172100.0%

Waubay Summary

Waubay, South Dakota is a small town located in the northeastern corner of the state. It is situated on the eastern shore of Waubay Lake, which is the largest natural lake in South Dakota. The town was founded in 1881 and has a population of approximately 500 people.

Geography

Waubay is located in Day County, South Dakota, and is situated on the eastern shore of Waubay Lake. The lake is the largest natural lake in South Dakota, covering an area of approximately 8,000 acres. The lake is fed by several small streams and is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. The lake is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.
The town of Waubay is located in a rural area of the state, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The nearest major city is Aberdeen, which is located approximately 50 miles to the west.

Economy

The economy of Waubay is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant. The town also has a small airport, which is used for recreational and business purposes.
The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Waubay National Wildlife Refuge, which is a popular destination for bird watching and other outdoor activities. The town also hosts several annual events, such as the Waubay Lake Festival, which is held every summer.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Waubay was 498 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.
The median income for a household in Waubay was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $41,250. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 11.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.7% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Waubay is a small town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The town is home to a variety of businesses and attractions, and is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. The town is also home to a diverse population, with a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds. Waubay is a great place to live, work, and play.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Waubay?
Per Capita income in Waubay is $24,829.
What is the Median Family Income in Waubay?
Median Family Income in Waubay is $49,271.
What is the Median Household income in Waubay?
Median Household Income in Waubay is $41,500.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Waubay?
Inequality or Gini Index in Waubay is 0.42.
What is the Total Population of Waubay?
Total Population of Waubay is 411.
What is the Total Male Population of Waubay?
Total Male Population of Waubay is 197.
What is the Total Female Population of Waubay?
Total Female Population of Waubay is 214.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Waubay?
There are 92.06 Males per 100 Females in Waubay.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Waubay?
There are 108.63 Females per 100 Males in Waubay.
What is the Median Population Age in Waubay?
Median Population Age in Waubay is 55.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Waubay
Average Family Size in Waubay is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Waubay
Average Household Size in Waubay is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Waubay?
There are 159 People in the Labor Forcein in Waubay.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Waubay?
46.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Waubay.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Waubay?
Unemployment Rate in Waubay is 10.1%.