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Montague County Overview

$31,125
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,818
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,336
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
49.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
50.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,028
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
20,197
TOTAL POPULATION
9,818
MALE POPULATION
10,379
FEMALE POPULATION
94.59
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.71
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
8,742
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Montague County Area Codes

Income in Montague County

Income Overview in Montague County

Per Capita Income in Montague County is $31,125, while median incomes of families and households are $79,818 and $63,336 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income20,197$31,125
Median Family Income5,421$79,818
Mean Family Income5,421$92,012
Median Household Income7,907$63,336
Mean Household Income7,907$78,500
Income Deficit5,421$13,028
Wage / Income Gap (%)20,19749.15%
Wage / Income Gap ($)20,19750.85¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index20,1970.42

Earnings by Sex in Montague County

Average Earnings in Montague County are $36,382, $52,188 for men and $26,536 for women, a difference of 49.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Montague County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male5,056 (54.6%)$52,188
Female4,203 (45.4%)$26,536
Total9,259 (100.0%)$36,382

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Montague County

The most common earnings brackets in Montague County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (879 | 17.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (479 | 11.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Montague County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less223 (4.4%)185 (4.4%)
$2,500 to $4,999172 (3.4%)114 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $7,499118 (2.3%)357 (8.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99925 (0.5%)280 (6.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499138 (2.7%)129 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99998 (1.9%)334 (8.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49992 (1.8%)150 (3.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99988 (1.7%)104 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $22,499123 (2.4%)251 (6.0%)
$22,500 to $24,999152 (3.0%)133 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999131 (2.6%)479 (11.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999354 (7.0%)258 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999142 (2.8%)220 (5.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999398 (7.9%)210 (5.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999183 (3.6%)126 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999254 (5.0%)82 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999499 (9.9%)295 (7.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999432 (8.5%)83 (2.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999879 (17.4%)338 (8.0%)
$100,000+555 (11.0%)75 (1.8%)
Total5,056 (100.0%)4,203 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Montague County

Average earnings in Montague County are $56,582 for men and $28,692 for women, a difference of 49.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,056, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $45,417. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,616, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,830.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Montague County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$45,417$19,830
High School Diploma$52,068$25,089
College or Associate's Degree$65,612$28,432
Bachelor's Degree$68,056$55,616
Graduate Degree$60,288$49,531
Total$56,582$28,692

Family Income in Montague County

Family Income Brackets in Montague County

According to the Montague County family income data, there are 1,377 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 119 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Montague County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001903.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991192.2%
$15,000 to $24,9992063.8%
$25,000 to $34,9992875.3%
$35,000 to $49,9995159.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,22022.5%
$75,000 to $99,99987816.2%
$100,000 to $149,9991,37725.4%
$150,000 to $199,9994017.4%
$200,000+2284.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Montague County

6-person families (103 | 1.9%) account for the highest median family income in Montague County with $95,536 per family, while 2-person families (2,697 | 49.7%) have the highest median income of $36,026 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Montague County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,697 (49.7%)$72,051
3-Person Families1,180 (21.8%)$92,262
4-Person Families941 (17.4%)$78,413
5-Person Families472 (8.7%)$94,717
6-Person Families103 (1.9%)$95,536
7+ Person Families28 (0.5%)$57,500
Total5,421 (100.0%)$79,818

Family Income by Number of Earners in Montague County

The median family income in Montague County is $79,818, with families comprising 3+ earners (444) having the highest median family income of $119,695, while families with no earners (1,000) have the lowest median family income of $58,093, accounting for 8.2% and 18.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Montague County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,000 (18.4%)$58,093
1 Earner2,112 (39.0%)$68,719
2 Earners1,865 (34.4%)$105,382
3+ Earners444 (8.2%)$119,695
Total5,421 (100.0%)$79,818

Household Income in Montague County

Household Income Brackets in Montague County

With 1,581 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Montague County, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 245 households (3.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Montague County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003874.9%
$10,000 to $14,9993404.3%
$15,000 to $24,9996338.0%
$25,000 to $34,9997209.1%
$35,000 to $49,99994912.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,57319.9%
$75,000 to $99,9991,02813.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991,58120.0%
$150,000 to $199,9994515.7%
$200,000+2453.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Montague County

The median household income in Montague County is $63,336, with the highest median household income of $76,599 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,881 households (23.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $53,292, with 2,659 households (33.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Montague County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years279 (3.5%)$53,973
25 to 44 Years1,881 (23.8%)$76,599
45 to 64 Years3,088 (39.1%)$69,359
65+ Years2,659 (33.6%)$53,292
Total7,907 (100.0%)$63,336

Poverty in Montague County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Montague County

With 12.5% poverty level for males and 13.4% for females among the residents of Montague County, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 65 males (41.7%) and 33 females (22.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Montague County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years120 (25.3%)38 (6.7%)
5 Years29 (26.6%)9 (22.5%)
6 to 11 Years211 (23.9%)174 (18.2%)
12 to 14 Years25 (8.0%)80 (18.5%)
15 Years65 (41.7%)33 (22.6%)
16 and 17 Years20 (8.4%)20 (9.4%)
18 to 24 Years132 (18.8%)120 (16.9%)
25 to 34 Years37 (3.7%)160 (14.6%)
35 to 44 Years165 (14.7%)158 (14.7%)
45 to 54 Years139 (10.7%)200 (16.6%)
55 to 64 Years147 (10.7%)135 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years62 (5.4%)30 (2.4%)
75 Years and over52 (6.4%)212 (21.8%)
Total1,204 (12.5%)1,369 (13.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Montague County

According to the poverty statistics in Montague County, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.3% of males and 97.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Montague County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years355 (74.7%)533 (93.3%)
5 Years80 (73.4%)31 (77.5%)
6 to 11 Years672 (76.1%)781 (81.8%)
12 to 14 Years289 (92.0%)353 (81.5%)
15 Years91 (58.3%)113 (77.4%)
16 and 17 Years218 (91.6%)193 (90.6%)
18 to 24 Years572 (81.2%)590 (83.1%)
25 to 34 Years971 (96.3%)939 (85.4%)
35 to 44 Years954 (85.3%)913 (85.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,155 (89.3%)1,007 (83.4%)
55 to 64 Years1,229 (89.3%)1,426 (91.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,087 (94.6%)1,212 (97.6%)
75 Years and over762 (93.6%)762 (78.2%)
Total8,435 (87.5%)8,853 (86.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Montague County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Montague County show that 3.5% or 152 of the total 4,400 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.9%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Montague County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,767 (96.4%)103 (3.6%)
1 or 2 Children1,147 (97.5%)29 (2.5%)
3 or 4 Children317 (94.1%)20 (5.9%)
5 or more Children17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,248 (96.6%)152 (3.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Montague County

According to the poverty data in Montague County, 20.9% or 65 single-father households and 35.5% or 252 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 112 households (87.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Montague County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children18 (19.6%)8 (3.0%)
1 or 2 Children28 (14.1%)132 (41.5%)
3 or 4 Children15 (88.2%)112 (87.5%)
5 or more Children4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (20.9%)252 (35.5%)

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

The poverty data for Montague County shows that 152 of the married-couple family households (3.5%) and 317 of the single-parent households (31.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (5.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Montague County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children103 (3.6%)26 (7.3%)
1 or 2 Children29 (2.5%)160 (31.0%)
3 or 4 Children20 (5.9%)127 (87.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total152 (3.5%)317 (31.0%)

Race in Montague County

The most populous races in Montague County are White / Caucasian (18,501 | 91.6%), Hispanic or Latino (2,338 | 11.6%), and Two or more Races (853 | 4.2%).
Race in Montague County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1590.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific10.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,33811.6%
Native / Alaskan930.5%
White / Caucasian18,50191.6%
Two or more Races8534.2%
Some other Race5902.9%
Total20,197100.0%

Ancestry in Montague County

The most populous ancestries reported in Montague County are Mexican (2,230 | 11.0%), German (2,213 | 11.0%), English (2,165 | 10.7%), American (2,030 | 10.1%), and Irish (1,858 | 9.2%), together accounting for 52.0% of all Montague County residents.
Ancestry in Montague County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2,03010.1%
Arab100.1%
Australian920.5%
Austrian30.0%
Blackfeet570.3%
British90.0%
Central American70.0%
Cherokee1400.7%
Chickasaw140.1%
Choctaw310.2%
Croatian30.0%
Czech220.1%
Czechoslovakian420.2%
Danish50.0%
Dutch1810.9%
Dutch West Indian120.1%
English2,16510.7%
European1190.6%
Finnish590.3%
French2671.3%
French Canadian310.2%
German2,21311.0%
Guamanian / Chamorro10.0%
Houma10.0%
Hungarian40.0%
Indian (Asian)320.2%
Irish1,8589.2%
Italian5502.7%
Malaysian50.0%
Mexican2,23011.0%
Northern European170.1%
Norwegian450.2%
Paiute50.0%
Panamanian70.0%
Peruvian100.1%
Polish1660.8%
Portuguese30.0%
Puerto Rican220.1%
Scandinavian40.0%
Scotch-Irish3141.5%
Scottish2181.1%
Sioux160.1%
Slovak40.0%
South American100.1%
Spaniard30.0%
Spanish20.0%
Swedish670.3%
Swiss80.0%
Welsh490.2%
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Immigrants in Montague County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Montague County came from Central America (543 | 2.7%), Latin America (543 | 2.7%), Mexico (536 | 2.6%), Australia (35 | 0.2%), and Oceania (35 | 0.2%), together accounting for 8.4% of all Montague County residents.
Immigrants in Montague County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Australia350.2%
Canada60.0%
Central America5432.7%
England20.0%
Europe340.2%
Germany320.2%
Latin America5432.7%
Mexico5362.6%
Northern Europe20.0%
Oceania350.2%
Panama70.0%
Western Europe320.2%
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Sex and Age in Montague County

Sex and Age in Montague County

The most populous age groups in Montague County are 60 to 64 Years (816 | 8.3%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (963 | 9.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Montague County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years481 (4.9%)571 (5.5%)
5 to 9 Years699 (7.1%)473 (4.6%)
10 to 14 Years639 (6.5%)963 (9.3%)
15 to 19 Years624 (6.4%)472 (4.5%)
20 to 24 Years479 (4.9%)597 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years509 (5.2%)498 (4.8%)
30 to 34 Years533 (5.4%)603 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Years479 (4.9%)498 (4.8%)
40 to 44 Years652 (6.6%)576 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years652 (6.6%)521 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years664 (6.8%)697 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years571 (5.8%)883 (8.5%)
60 to 64 Years816 (8.3%)684 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years536 (5.5%)604 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years632 (6.4%)674 (6.5%)
75 to 79 Years423 (4.3%)431 (4.2%)
80 to 84 Years254 (2.6%)367 (3.5%)
85 Years and over175 (1.8%)267 (2.6%)
Total9,818 (100.0%)10,379 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Montague County

Median Family Size in Montague County

The median family size in Montague County is 3.02 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,400 | 81.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (311 | 5.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Montague County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,400 (81.2%)3.03
Single Male/Father311 (5.7%)2.97
Single Female/Mother710 (13.1%)2.98
Total Families5,421 (100.0%)3.02

Median Household Size in Montague County

The median household size in Montague County is 2.51 persons per household, with single male/father households (311 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.57 persons per household. non-family households (2,486 | 31.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Montague County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,400 (55.6%)3.04
Single Male/Father311 (3.9%)3.57
Single Female/Mother710 (9.0%)3.25
Non-family2,486 (31.4%)1.22
Total Households7,907 (100.0%)2.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in Montague County

Out of a total of 7,907 households in Montague County, 5,421 (68.6%) are family households, while 2,486 (31.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,547, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,981.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Montague County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,981 (25.1%)
2-Person Households2,547 (32.2%)491 (6.2%)
3-Person Households1,242 (15.7%)11 (0.1%)
4-Person Households961 (12.1%)3 (0.0%)
5-Person Households457 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households150 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households64 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,421 (68.6%)2,486 (31.4%)

Female Fertility in Montague County

Fertility by Age in Montague County

Average fertility rate in Montague County is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 95.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Montague County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years184 (95.3%)108.0
35 to 50 years9 (4.7%)5.0
Total193 (100.0%)50.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Montague County

92.2% of women with births (193) in Montague County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 8.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Montague County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years169 (91.8%)15 (8.2%)
35 to 50 years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total178 (92.2%)15 (7.8%)

Fertility by Education in Montague County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Montague County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School3 (1.5%)4.0
High School Diploma55 (28.5%)43.0
College or Associate's Degree127 (65.8%)107.0
Bachelor's Degree8 (4.2%)13.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total193 (100.0%)50.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Montague County

7.8% of women with births in Montague County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Montague County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
High School Diploma45 (81.8%)10 (18.2%)
College or Associate's Degree125 (98.4%)2 (1.6%)
Bachelor's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total178 (92.2%)15 (7.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Montague County

Employment by Class of Employer in Montague County

Among the 8,196 employed individuals in Montague County, private company employees (5,718 | 69.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (887 | 10.8%), and local government employees (793 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Montague County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5,71869.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1431.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)88710.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations2683.3%
Local Government Employees7939.7%
State Government Employees2463.0%
Federal Government Employees1251.5%
Unpaid Family Workers160.2%
Total8,196100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Montague County

According to the labor force statistics for Montague County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,069), 54.4% or 8,742 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 446 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 77.9% or 1,718 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.9% or 143 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Montague County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years320 (40.3%)16 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Years799 (74.3%)143 (17.9%)
25 to 29 Years772 (76.7%)57 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Years829 (73.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,718 (77.9%)119 (6.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,736 (68.5%)35 (2.0%)
55 to 59 Years920 (63.3%)52 (5.6%)
60 to 64 Years796 (53.1%)17 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years653 (26.7%)11 (1.7%)
75 Years and over199 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,742 (54.4%)446 (5.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Montague County

According to labor force statistics for Montague County, 68.8% of individuals (6,767) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,836) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 277 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 73.4% or 1,150 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.5% or 58 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Montague County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School680 (53.2%)109 (8.5%)
High School Diploma2,677 (69.5%)200 (5.2%)
College / Associate Degree2,266 (72.2%)91 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,150 (73.4%)25 (1.6%)
Total6,767 (68.8%)403 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Montague County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Montague County are Management (754 | 9.1%), Community & Social Service (594 | 7.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (434 | 5.2%), Education Instruction & Library (369 | 4.4%), and Health Technologists (227 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Montague County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Montague County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (73.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (62.7%), and Architecture & Engineering (60.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (93.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.4%), and Health Technologists (75.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Montague County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management406 (53.8%)348 (46.2%)
Business & Financial58 (57.4%)43 (42.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science96 (62.7%)57 (37.2%)
Computers & Mathematics55 (73.3%)20 (26.7%)
Architecture & Engineering33 (60.0%)22 (40.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science8 (34.8%)15 (65.2%)
Community & Social Service 166 (28.0%)428 (72.1%)
Education, Arts & Media24 (33.8%)47 (66.2%)
Legal Services & Support5 (6.2%)75 (93.8%)
Education Instruction & Library100 (27.1%)269 (72.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment37 (50.0%)37 (50.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating59 (13.6%)375 (86.4%)
Health Technologists55 (24.2%)172 (75.8%)
Total (Category)785 (38.6%)1,251 (61.4%)
Total (Overall)4,591 (55.4%)3,697 (44.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Montague County are Food Preparation & Serving (448 | 5.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (341 | 4.1%), Healthcare Support (329 | 4.0%), Security & Protection (276 | 3.3%), and Personal Care & Service (159 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Montague County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Montague County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (92.3%), Security & Protection (90.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (88.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (95.4%), Personal Care & Service (79.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (58.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Montague County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support15 (4.6%)314 (95.4%)
Security & Protection249 (90.2%)27 (9.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention117 (88.0%)16 (12.0%)
Law Enforcement132 (92.3%)11 (7.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving188 (42.0%)260 (58.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance169 (49.6%)172 (50.4%)
Personal Care & Service33 (20.7%)126 (79.2%)
Total (Category)654 (42.1%)899 (57.9%)
Total (Overall)4,591 (55.4%)3,697 (44.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Montague County are Sales & Related (1,033 | 12.5%), and Office & Administration (931 | 11.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Montague County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Montague County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related492 (47.6%)541 (52.4%)
Office & Administration161 (17.3%)770 (82.7%)
Total (Category)653 (33.3%)1,311 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)4,591 (55.4%)3,697 (44.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Montague County are Construction & Extraction (899 | 10.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (479 | 5.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (108 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Montague County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Montague County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry70 (64.8%)38 (35.2%)
Construction & Extraction890 (99.0%)9 (1.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair479 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,439 (96.8%)47 (3.2%)
Total (Overall)4,591 (55.4%)3,697 (44.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Montague County are Production (557 | 6.7%), Transportation (384 | 4.6%), and Material Moving (308 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Montague County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Montague County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production498 (89.4%)59 (10.6%)
Transportation370 (96.4%)14 (3.6%)
Material Moving192 (62.3%)116 (37.7%)
Total (Category)1,060 (84.9%)189 (15.1%)
Total (Overall)4,591 (55.4%)3,697 (44.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Montague County

Employment Industries in Montague County

The major employment industries in Montague County include Retail Trade (1,165 | 14.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,079 | 13.0%), Educational Services (758 | 9.1%), Manufacturing (725 | 8.7%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (604 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Montague County

Employment Industries by Sex in Montague County

The Montague County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (98.5%), Construction (94.4%), and Administrative & Support (87.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (96.1%), Educational Services (80.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (76.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Montague County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting250 (80.4%)61 (19.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction595 (98.5%)9 (1.5%)
Construction492 (94.4%)29 (5.6%)
Manufacturing622 (85.8%)103 (14.2%)
Wholesale Trade147 (81.2%)34 (18.8%)
Retail Trade670 (57.5%)495 (42.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing354 (79.0%)94 (21.0%)
Utilities125 (82.8%)26 (17.2%)
Information50 (35.5%)91 (64.5%)
Finance & Insurance99 (27.9%)256 (72.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing75 (77.3%)22 (22.7%)
Professional & Scientific128 (46.4%)148 (53.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support121 (87.1%)18 (13.0%)
Educational Services150 (19.8%)608 (80.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance42 (3.9%)1,037 (96.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation37 (23.9%)118 (76.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services177 (35.7%)319 (64.3%)
Public Administration265 (69.9%)114 (30.1%)
Total4,591 (55.4%)3,697 (44.6%)

Education in Montague County

School Enrollment in Montague County

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,453 students in Montague County are middle school (1,221 | 27.4%), elementary school (1,189 | 26.7%), and high school (1,063 | 23.9%).
School Enrollment in Montague County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2305.2%
Kindergarten2164.9%
Elementary School1,18926.7%
Middle School1,22127.4%
High School1,06323.9%
College / Undergraduate47810.7%
Graduate / Professional561.3%
Total4,453100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Montague County

Out of a total of 4,453 students who are enrolled in schools in Montague County, 454 (10.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,999 (89.8%) 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 99 (57.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 153 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Montague County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds162 (80.6%)39 (19.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,071 (93.3%)77 (6.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,542 (96.8%)51 (3.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds656 (89.6%)76 (10.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds217 (93.1%)16 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds73 (42.4%)99 (57.6%)
35 Years and over123 (55.7%)98 (44.3%)
Total3,999 (89.8%)454 (10.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Montague County

Business (622 | 24.0%), education (578 | 22.4%), science & technology (340 | 13.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (156 | 6.0%), and arts & humanities (154 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,586 individuals in Montague County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Montague County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics240.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1566.0%
Physical & Health Sciences471.8%
Psychology441.7%
Social Sciences973.7%
Engineering1365.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies60.2%
Science & Technology34013.2%
Business62224.0%
Education57822.4%
Literature & Languages1174.5%
Liberal Arts & History1144.4%
Visual & Performing Arts421.6%
Communications1094.2%
Arts & Humanities1546.0%
Total2,586100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Montague County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Montague County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Montague County are males with 2 vehicles (1,969, accounting for 43.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,681, making up 53.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Montague County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle98 (2.2%)92 (2.5%)
1 Vehicle341 (7.5%)508 (13.8%)
2 Vehicles1,969 (43.6%)1,681 (45.8%)
3 Vehicles1,271 (28.2%)812 (22.1%)
4 Vehicles580 (12.9%)414 (11.3%)
5 or more Vehicles255 (5.7%)167 (4.5%)
Total4,514 (100.0%)3,674 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Montague County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Montague County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,294 commuters, 17.0%), 45 to 59 minutes (1,121 commuters, 14.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (884 commuters, 11.6%).
Commute Time in Montague County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6027.9%
5 to 9 Minutes1,29417.0%
10 to 14 Minutes88411.6%
15 to 19 Minutes5186.8%
20 to 24 Minutes5767.6%
25 to 29 Minutes3224.2%
30 to 34 Minutes87411.5%
35 to 39 Minutes1612.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1512.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1,12114.7%
60 to 89 Minutes86411.3%
90 or more Minutes2523.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Montague County

The most common commute times in Montague County are 45 to 59 minutes (665 commuters, 15.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (771 commuters, 22.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Montague County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes388 (9.2%)214 (6.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes523 (12.4%)771 (22.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes489 (11.6%)395 (11.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes319 (7.5%)199 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes237 (5.6%)339 (10.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes123 (2.9%)199 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes531 (12.6%)343 (10.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes49 (1.2%)112 (3.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes109 (2.6%)42 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes665 (15.7%)456 (13.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes608 (14.4%)256 (7.5%)
90 or more Minutes188 (4.4%)64 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Montague County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Montague County are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (686, 16.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (597, 17.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Montague County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM464 (11.0%)74 (2.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM364 (8.6%)143 (4.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM686 (16.2%)307 (9.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM363 (8.6%)408 (12.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM468 (11.1%)459 (13.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM505 (11.9%)597 (17.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM311 (7.3%)382 (11.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM400 (9.5%)177 (5.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM19 (0.4%)132 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM112 (2.6%)138 (4.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM29 (0.7%)22 (0.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM45 (1.1%)19 (0.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM260 (6.1%)369 (10.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM203 (4.8%)163 (4.8%)
Total4,229 (100.0%)3,390 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Montague County

Occupancy by Ownership in Montague County

Of the total 7,907 dwellings in Montague County, owner-occupied units account for 6,301 (79.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,606 (20.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Montague County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6,30179.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,60620.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units7,907100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Montague County

Occupancy by Household Size in Montague County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,98125.1%
2-Person Household3,03838.4%
3-Person Household1,25315.9%
4+ Person Household1,63520.7%
Total Housing Units7,907100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Montague County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Montague County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,387 (70.0%)594 (30.0%)
2-Person Household2,619 (86.2%)419 (13.8%)
3-Person Household1,049 (83.7%)204 (16.3%)
4+ Person Household1,246 (76.2%)389 (23.8%)
Total Housing Units6,301 (79.7%)1,606 (20.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Montague County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Montague County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School444 (59.7%)300 (40.3%)
High School Diploma2,505 (77.5%)728 (22.5%)
College/Associate Degree2,091 (83.1%)424 (16.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,261 (89.1%)154 (10.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Montague County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Montague County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,13014.3%
35 to 44 Years1,03013.0%
45 to 54 Years1,35717.2%
55 to 64 Years1,73121.9%
65 to 74 Years1,43318.1%
75 to 84 Years92011.6%
85 Years and Over3063.9%
Total7,907100.0%

Housing Finances in Montague County

Median Income by Occupancy in Montague County

Median Income by Occupancy in Montague County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied6,301 (79.7%)$71,715
Renter-Occupied1,606 (20.3%)$40,313
Average7,907 (100.0%)$63,336

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Montague County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Montague County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00086 (1.4%)101 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999158 (2.5%)45 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $14,999110 (1.8%)231 (14.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999271 (4.3%)82 (5.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999188 (3.0%)94 (5.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999525 (8.3%)193 (12.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999734 (11.7%)213 (13.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,247 (19.8%)330 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999898 (14.2%)128 (8.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,440 (22.9%)139 (8.7%)
$150,000 or more644 (10.2%)50 (3.1%)
Total6,301 (100.0%)1,606 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Montague County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Montague County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300510 (8.1%)112 (7.0%)
$300 to $4991,215 (19.3%)124 (7.7%)
$500 to $7991,275 (20.2%)218 (13.6%)
$800 to $999753 (11.9%)242 (15.1%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,408 (22.4%)417 (26.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999561 (8.9%)172 (10.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499182 (2.9%)4 (0.3%)
$2,500 to $2,999222 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more175 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,301 (100.0%)1,606 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Montague County

Housing Structures in Montague County

Housing Structures in Montague County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached6,24479.0%
Single Unit, Attached991.3%
2 Unit Apartments2202.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1411.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments791.0%
10 or more Apartments450.6%
Mobile Home / Other1,07913.7%
Total7,907100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Montague County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Montague County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,317 (85.2%)927 (14.8%)
Single Unit, Attached81 (81.8%)18 (18.2%)
2 Unit Apartments4 (1.8%)216 (98.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)141 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other899 (83.3%)180 (16.7%)
Total6,301 (79.7%)1,606 (20.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Montague County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Montague County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room39 (0.6%)3 (0.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms211 (3.4%)338 (21.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,495 (39.6%)853 (53.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,455 (39.0%)299 (18.6%)
8 or more Rooms1,101 (17.5%)113 (7.0%)
Total6,301 (100.0%)1,606 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Montague County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Montague County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,992 (31.6%)466 (29.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,168 (18.5%)247 (15.4%)
Electricity2,861 (45.4%)862 (53.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene10 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels266 (4.2%)14 (0.9%)
No Fuel Used4 (0.1%)17 (1.1%)
Total6,301 (100.0%)1,606 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Montague County

Household Vehicle Usage in Montague County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle130 (2.1%)235 (14.6%)
1 Vehicle1,165 (18.5%)686 (42.7%)
2 Vehicles3,080 (48.9%)455 (28.3%)
3 or more Vehicles1,926 (30.6%)230 (14.3%)
Total6,301 (100.0%)1,606 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Montague County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Montague County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,7382,563
Median Property Value$153,800$193,600
Median Household Income$57,455$235
Monthly Housing Costs$533$175
Real Estate Taxes$1,528$59

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Montague County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Montague County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000651 (17.4%)191 (7.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999541 (14.5%)454 (17.7%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,778 (47.6%)1,257 (49.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999479 (12.8%)550 (21.5%)
$500,000 to $749,999180 (4.8%)60 (2.3%)
$750,000 to $999,99924 (0.6%)35 (1.4%)
$1,000,000 or more85 (2.3%)16 (0.6%)
Total3,738 (100.0%)2,563 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Montague County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Montague County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000215 (5.8%)40 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999473 (12.7%)29 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999409 (10.9%)96 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999563 (15.1%)116 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999677 (18.1%)171 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999329 (8.8%)570 (22.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999663 (17.7%)569 (22.2%)
$150,000 or more409 (10.9%)777 (30.3%)
Total3,738 (100.0%)2,563 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Montague County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Montague County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,523 (40.7%)92,775 (3,619.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x534 (14.3%)1,108 (43.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x470 (12.6%)593 (23.1%)
4.0x or more1,188 (31.8%)223 (8.7%)
Total3,738 (100.0%)2,563 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Montague County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Montague County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800922 (24.7%)4 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,499856 (22.9%)305 (11.9%)
$800 to $1,4991,828 (48.9%)670 (26.1%)
Total3,738 (100.0%)2,563 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Montague County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montague County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montague County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,095 (90.6%)113 (9.3%)
6 to 18 Years3,273 (92.4%)269 (7.6%)
19 to 25 Years979 (63.7%)558 (36.3%)
26 to 34 Years1,405 (77.7%)402 (22.3%)
35 to 44 Years1,675 (76.5%)515 (23.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,944 (77.7%)557 (22.3%)
55 to 64 Years2,322 (79.1%)615 (20.9%)
65 to 74 Years2,345 (98.1%)46 (1.9%)
75 Years and older1,763 (98.6%)25 (1.4%)
Total16,801 (84.4%)3,100 (15.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Montague County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Montague County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,095 (90.6%)113 (9.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,273 (92.4%)269 (7.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen979 (63.7%)558 (36.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Montague County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Montague County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,639 (70.1%)699 (29.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,413 (70.2%)1,027 (29.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,023 (91.4%)379 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,731 (90.0%)303 (10.0%)
$100,000 and over5,923 (89.5%)692 (10.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montague County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montague County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6539 (44.6%)561 (46.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,485 (41.9%)1,795 (50.7%)
19 to 25 Years224 (14.6%)840 (54.6%)
25 to 34 Years368 (20.4%)1,085 (60.0%)
35 to 44 Years406 (18.5%)1,498 (68.4%)
45 to 54 Years333 (13.3%)1,760 (70.4%)
55 to 64 Years508 (17.3%)1,923 (65.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,331 (97.5%)1,281 (53.6%)
75 Years and over1,761 (98.5%)984 (55.0%)
Total7,955 (40.0%)11,727 (58.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Montague County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Montague County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years78 (4.5%)56 (3.1%)
18 to 34 Years160 (9.4%)241 (13.3%)
35 to 64 Years763 (20.1%)762 (19.9%)
65 to 74 Years457 (39.8%)433 (34.9%)
75 Years and over429 (52.7%)552 (56.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Montague County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Montague County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (1.3%)30 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years11 (0.6%)21 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years219 (5.8%)188 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years243 (21.1%)148 (11.9%)
75 Years and over321 (39.4%)226 (23.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Montague County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years49 (2.9%)23 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years112 (3.0%)198 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years93 (8.1%)44 (3.5%)
75 Years and over99 (12.2%)79 (8.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Montague County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years78 (4.5%)26 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years118 (6.9%)96 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years110 (2.9%)293 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years73 (6.4%)59 (4.8%)
75 Years and over51 (6.3%)218 (22.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Montague County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)112 (6.2%)
35 to 64 Years438 (11.6%)360 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years222 (19.3%)256 (20.6%)
75 Years and over158 (19.4%)492 (50.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Montague County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)12 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years42 (2.5%)19 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years107 (2.8%)45 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years34 (3.0%)38 (3.1%)
75 Years and over27 (3.3%)204 (20.9%)

Technology Access in Montague County

Computing Device Access in Montague County

Computing Device Access in Montague County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,50969.7%
Smartphone6,80286.0%
Tablet4,35555.1%
No Computing Device7139.0%
Total7,907100.0%

Internet Access in Montague County

Internet Access in Montague County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet200.3%
Broadband Home3,28841.6%
Cellular Data Only1,79022.6%
Satellite Internet1,39717.7%
No Internet1,63620.7%
Total7,907100.0%

Montague County Summary

Montague County is located in the north-central region of Texas, and is part of the Texoma region. It is bordered by Cooke County to the north, Clay County to the east, Jack County to the south, and Wise County to the west. The county seat is Montague, and the largest city is Bowie. The county was established in 1857 and named for Daniel Montague, a surveyor and soldier in the Texas Revolution.

Geography

Montague County covers an area of 945 square miles, making it the second-largest county in Texas. The terrain is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is drained by the Red River, which forms its northern border. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Nocona, Lake Amon G. Carter, and Lake Monticello.
The climate of Montague County is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 33 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Montague County was 19,719. The population density was 21 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 87.3% White, 5.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 4.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the county was $19,945. About 13.2% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

Agriculture is the main economic activity in Montague County. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops are cotton, wheat, and hay. Livestock production is also important, with cattle, sheep, and goats being the main animals raised.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a plastics plant. The county is also home to several oil and gas fields, and the oil and gas industry is a major contributor to the local economy.
The county is served by two airports, Montague County Airport and Bowie Municipal Airport. The county is also served by several highways, including Interstate 35, US Highway 82, and US Highway 287.

Conclusion

Montague County is a rural county located in the north-central region of Texas. It is home to a diverse population and a strong agricultural economy. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies and oil and gas fields, which contribute to the local economy. The county is served by two airports and several highways, making it easily accessible to the rest of the state.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Montague County?
Per Capita income in Montague County is $31,125.
What is the Median Family Income in Montague County?
Median Family Income in Montague County is $79,818.
What is the Median Household income in Montague County?
Median Household Income in Montague County is $63,336.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Montague County?
Income or Wage Gap in Montague County is 49.2%.
Women in Montague County earn 50.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Montague County?
Family Income Deficit in Montague County is $13,028.
Families that are below poverty line in Montague County earn $13,028 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Montague County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Montague County is 0.42.
What is the Total Population of Montague County?
Total Population of Montague County is 20,197.
What is the Total Male Population of Montague County?
Total Male Population of Montague County is 9,818.
What is the Total Female Population of Montague County?
Total Female Population of Montague County is 10,379.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Montague County?
There are 94.59 Males per 100 Females in Montague County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Montague County?
There are 105.71 Females per 100 Males in Montague County.
What is the Median Population Age in Montague County?
Median Population Age in Montague County is 44.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Montague County
Average Family Size in Montague County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Montague County
Average Household Size in Montague County is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Montague County?
There are 8,742 People in the Labor Forcein in Montague County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Montague County?
54.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Montague County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Montague County?
Unemployment Rate in Montague County is 5.1%.