Potosi, TX
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Potosi Overview
4,706
TOTAL POPULATION
2,061
MALE POPULATION
2,645
FEMALE POPULATION
77.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
128.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,505
PER CAPITA INCOME
$117,953
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$112,598
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
5.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
94.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,386
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Potosi
The most populous races in Potosi are White / Caucasian (3,182 | 67.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1,344 | 28.6%), and Two or more Races (954 | 20.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 465 | 9.9% |
| Black / African American | 50 | 1.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,344 | 28.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,182 | 67.6% |
| Two or more Races | 954 | 20.3% |
| Some other Race | 55 | 1.2% |
| Total | 4,706 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Potosi
The most populous ancestries reported in Potosi are Mexican (1,266 | 26.9%), German (712 | 15.1%), English (408 | 8.7%), American (336 | 7.1%), and Irish (210 | 4.5%), together accounting for 62.3% of all Potosi residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 336 | 7.1% |
| Bhutanese | 80 | 1.7% |
| British | 11 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 147 | 3.1% |
| Cuban | 56 | 1.2% |
| Danish | 39 | 0.8% |
| Dutch | 13 | 0.3% |
| English | 408 | 8.7% |
| European | 78 | 1.7% |
| French | 47 | 1.0% |
| German | 712 | 15.1% |
| Irish | 210 | 4.5% |
| Italian | 41 | 0.9% |
| Korean | 107 | 2.3% |
| Mexican | 1,266 | 26.9% |
| Nigerian | 39 | 0.8% |
| Norwegian | 89 | 1.9% |
| Peruvian | 22 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 94 | 2.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 107 | 2.3% |
| Scottish | 88 | 1.9% |
| South American | 22 | 0.5% |
| Sri Lankan | 132 | 2.8% |
| Subsaharan African | 39 | 0.8% |
| Swedish | 8 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 47 | 1.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 11 | 0.2% | View All 27 Rows |
Immigrants in Potosi
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Potosi came from Asia (354 | 7.5%), South Eastern Asia (207 | 4.4%), Latin America (183 | 3.9%), Eastern Asia (147 | 3.1%), and Korea (147 | 3.1%), together accounting for 22.1% of all Potosi residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 15 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 354 | 7.5% |
| Cambodia | 61 | 1.3% |
| Canada | 10 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 55 | 1.2% |
| Colombia | 106 | 2.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 147 | 3.1% |
| England | 11 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 32 | 0.7% |
| Germany | 21 | 0.4% |
| Korea | 147 | 3.1% |
| Latin America | 183 | 3.9% |
| Mexico | 55 | 1.2% |
| Nigeria | 15 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 11 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 22 | 0.5% |
| Philippines | 17 | 0.4% |
| South America | 128 | 2.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 207 | 4.4% |
| Vietnam | 129 | 2.7% |
| Western Africa | 15 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 21 | 0.4% | View All 22 Rows |
Sex and Age in Potosi
Sex and Age in Potosi
The most populous age groups in Potosi are 55 to 59 Years (322 | 15.6%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (352 | 13.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 181 (8.8%) | 178 (6.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 161 (7.8%) | 279 (10.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 39 (1.9%) | 352 (13.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 165 (8.0%) | 141 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 59 (2.9%) | 148 (5.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 30 (1.5%) | 45 (1.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 191 (9.3%) | 349 (13.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 115 (5.6%) | 167 (6.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 28 (1.4%) | 59 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 215 (10.4%) | 166 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 211 (10.2%) | 252 (9.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 322 (15.6%) | 178 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 100 (4.9%) | 84 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 118 (5.7%) | 103 (3.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 45 (2.2%) | 55 (2.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 16 (0.8%) | 28 (1.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 55 (2.7%) | 61 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 10 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,061 (100.0%) | 2,645 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Potosi
Median Family Size in Potosi
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,073 (94.4%) | 3.69 |
| Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Single Female/Mother | 64 (5.6%) | 2.78 |
| Total Families | 1,137 (100.0%) | 3.64 |
Median Household Size in Potosi
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,073 (72.2%) | 3.70 |
| Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Single Female/Mother | 64 (4.3%) | 3.22 |
| Non-family | 349 (23.5%) | 1.50 |
| Total Households | 1,486 (100.0%) | 3.17 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Potosi
Out of a total of 1,486 households in Potosi, 1,137 (76.5%) are family households, while 349 (23.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 413, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 184.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 184 (12.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 324 (21.8%) | 165 (11.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 413 (27.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 141 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 219 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 25 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 15 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,137 (76.5%) | 349 (23.5%) |
Female Fertility in Potosi
Fertility by Age in Potosi
Average fertility rate in Potosi is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 81.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 64.7% 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 | 44 (64.7%) | 81.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 24 (35.3%) | 45.0 |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 56.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Potosi
76.5% of women with births (68) in Potosi are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 36.4% 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.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 28 (63.6%) | 16 (36.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 52 (76.5%) | 16 (23.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Potosi
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 16 (23.5%) | 333.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 24 (35.3%) | 51.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17 (25.0%) | 40.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 11 (16.2%) | 84.0 |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 56.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Potosi
23.5% of women with births in Potosi are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 52 (76.5%) | 16 (23.5%) |
Income in Potosi
Income Overview in Potosi
Per Capita Income in Potosi is $36,505, while median incomes of families and households are $117,953 and $112,598 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,706 | $36,505 |
| Median Family Income | 1,137 | $117,953 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,137 | $133,223 |
| Median Household Income | 1,486 | $112,598 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,486 | $113,941 |
| Income Deficit | 1,137 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,706 | 5.82% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,706 | 94.18¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,706 | 0.37 |
Earnings by Sex in Potosi
Average Earnings in Potosi are $46,109, $46,964 for men and $44,231 for women, a difference of 5.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,318 (52.3%) | $46,964 |
| Female | 1,202 (47.7%) | $44,231 |
| Total | 2,520 (100.0%) | $46,109 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Potosi
The most common earnings brackets in Potosi are $100,000+ for men (251 | 19.0%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (263 | 21.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (6.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 28 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (1.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 57 (4.3%) | 95 (7.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (2.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 163 (12.4%) | 29 (2.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 80 (6.1%) | 17 (1.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 50 (3.8%) | 15 (1.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 11 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 13 (1.0%) | 127 (10.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 120 (9.1%) | 51 (4.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 16 (1.2%) | 56 (4.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 66 (5.0%) | 38 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 116 (8.8%) | 45 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (1.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 213 (16.2%) | 263 (21.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 67 (5.1%) | 119 (9.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 67 (5.1%) | 61 (5.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 251 (19.0%) | 92 (7.6%) |
| Total | 1,318 (100.0%) | 1,202 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Potosi
Average earnings in Potosi are $48,152 for men and $55,351 for women, a difference of 13.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,653, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $89,219, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $35,305.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $31,250 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $70,653 | $35,305 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,258 | $56,256 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $48,152 | $55,351 |
Family Income in Potosi
Family Income Brackets in Potosi
According to the Potosi family income data, there are 456 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.1% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 | 1.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 33 | 2.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 76 | 6.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 117 | 10.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 88 | 7.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 456 | 40.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 280 | 24.6% |
| $200,000+ | 67 | 5.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Potosi
3-person families (439 | 38.6%) account for the highest median family income in Potosi with $136,113 per family, while 2-person families (324 | 28.5%) have the highest median income of $55,357 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 324 (28.5%) | $110,714 |
| 3-Person Families | 439 (38.6%) | $136,113 |
| 4-Person Families | 115 (10.1%) | $115,855 |
| 5-Person Families | 219 (19.3%) | $118,234 |
| 6-Person Families | 40 (3.5%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,137 (100.0%) | $117,953 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Potosi
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 92 (8.1%) | $52,632 |
| 1 Earner | 290 (25.5%) | $0 |
| 2 Earners | 522 (45.9%) | $120,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 233 (20.5%) | $137,106 |
| Total | 1,137 (100.0%) | $117,953 |
Household Income in Potosi
Household Income Brackets in Potosi
With 449 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Potosi, accounting for 30.2% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 51 | 3.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 64 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 92 | 6.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 158 | 10.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 125 | 8.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 187 | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 449 | 30.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 296 | 19.9% |
| $200,000+ | 67 | 4.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Potosi
The median household income in Potosi is $112,598, with the highest median household income of $118,766 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 777 households (52.3%) 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 55 households (3.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 55 (3.7%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 398 (26.8%) | $113,066 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 777 (52.3%) | $118,766 |
| 65+ Years | 256 (17.2%) | $65,417 |
| Total | 1,486 (100.0%) | $112,598 |
Poverty in Potosi
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Potosi
With 1.8% poverty level for males and 5.1% for females among the residents of Potosi, 35 to 44 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (19.6%) and 42 females (47.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (7.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 28 (19.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (27.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (12.3%) | 42 (47.2%) |
| Total | 38 (1.8%) | 136 (5.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Potosi
According to the poverty statistics in Potosi, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 181 (100.0%) | 165 (92.7%) |
| 5 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 160 (100.0%) | 315 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 23 (100.0%) | 264 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 52 (100.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 172 (100.0%) | 224 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 221 (100.0%) | 384 (97.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 115 (80.4%) | 226 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 426 (100.0%) | 418 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 422 (100.0%) | 191 (72.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 163 (100.0%) | 158 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (87.6%) | 47 (52.8%) |
| Total | 2,023 (98.2%) | 2,509 (94.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Potosi
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Potosi show that 0.9% or 10 of the total 1,073 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.0%, comprising of 10 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 491 (98.0%) | 10 (2.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 422 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 150 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,063 (99.1%) | 10 (0.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Potosi
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (18.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (15.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Potosi
The poverty data for Potosi shows that 10 of the married-couple family households (0.9%) and 10 of the single-parent households (15.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (2.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (18.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 10 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (18.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (0.9%) | 10 (15.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Potosi
Employment by Class of Employer in Potosi
Among the 2,317 employed individuals in Potosi, private company employees (1,105 | 47.7%), not-for-profit organizations (490 | 21.1%), and federal government employees (259 | 11.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,105 | 47.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 105 | 4.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 94 | 4.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 490 | 21.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 99 | 4.3% |
| State Government Employees | 165 | 7.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 259 | 11.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,317 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Potosi
According to the labor force statistics for Potosi, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,499), 68.2% or 2,386 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 74 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 207 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.0% or 17 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 121 (41.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 207 (100.0%) | 53 (25.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 63 (84.0%) | 17 (27.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 523 (96.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 275 (74.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 708 (83.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 296 (59.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 78 (42.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 116 (36.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,386 (68.2%) | 74 (3.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Potosi
According to labor force statistics for Potosi, 77.3% of individuals (1,942) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,512) are in the labor force, with 0.9% or 17 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 84.6% or 981 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.3% or 17 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 28 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 188 (65.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 746 (74.0%) | 23 (2.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 981 (84.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,942 (77.3%) | 23 (0.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Potosi
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Potosi are Health Diagnosing & Treating (347 | 16.0%), Health Technologists (319 | 14.7%), Community & Social Service (265 | 12.2%), Management (170 | 7.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (154 | 7.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Potosi, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Business & Financial (56.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (92.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 95 (55.9%) | 75 (44.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 72 (56.2%) | 56 (43.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 86 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 86 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 47 (17.7%) | 218 (82.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 36 (47.4%) | 40 (52.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 11 (7.1%) | 143 (92.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 32 (9.2%) | 315 (90.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 32 (10.0%) | 287 (90.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 332 (33.3%) | 664 (66.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,098 (50.5%) | 1,076 (49.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Potosi are Healthcare Support (112 | 5.1%), Security & Protection (71 | 3.3%), Law Enforcement (44 | 2.0%), Personal Care & Service (37 | 1.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (30 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Potosi, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (90.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 11 (9.8%) | 101 (90.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 112 (42.1%) | 154 (57.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,098 (50.5%) | 1,076 (49.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Potosi are Office & Administration (441 | 20.3%), and Sales & Related (103 | 4.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 78 (75.7%) | 25 (24.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 225 (51.0%) | 216 (49.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 303 (55.7%) | 241 (44.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,098 (50.5%) | 1,076 (49.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Potosi are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (132 | 6.1%), and Construction & Extraction (47 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 132 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 179 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,098 (50.5%) | 1,076 (49.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Potosi are Transportation (117 | 5.4%), Material Moving (41 | 1.9%), and Production (31 | 1.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 100 (85.5%) | 17 (14.5%) |
| Material Moving | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 172 (91.0%) | 17 (9.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,098 (50.5%) | 1,076 (49.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Potosi
Employment Industries in Potosi
The major employment industries in Potosi include Health Care & Social Assistance (588 | 27.1%), Educational Services (250 | 11.5%), Retail Trade (221 | 10.2%), Finance & Insurance (197 | 9.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (153 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Potosi
The Potosi industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 90 (87.4%) | 13 (12.6%) |
| Construction | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 147 (66.5%) | 74 (33.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 121 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 94 (47.7%) | 103 (52.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 16 (31.4%) | 35 (68.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 116 (46.4%) | 134 (53.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 60 (10.2%) | 528 (89.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 100 (65.4%) | 53 (34.6%) |
| Public Administration | 93 (65.0%) | 50 (35.0%) |
| Total | 1,098 (50.5%) | 1,076 (49.5%) |
Education in Potosi
School Enrollment in Potosi
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,349 students in Potosi are elementary school (413 | 30.6%), high school (294 | 21.8%), and middle school (248 | 18.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 115 | 8.5% |
| Kindergarten | 17 | 1.3% |
| Elementary School | 413 | 30.6% |
| Middle School | 248 | 18.4% |
| High School | 294 | 21.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 177 | 13.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 85 | 6.3% |
| Total | 1,349 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Potosi
Out of a total of 1,349 students who are enrolled in schools in Potosi, 150 (11.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,199 (88.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 50 (79.4% 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 117 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 13 (20.6%) | 50 (79.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 382 (86.8%) | 58 (13.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 349 (89.3%) | 42 (10.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 117 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 154 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,199 (88.9%) | 150 (11.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Potosi
Science & technology (330 | 24.1%), literature & languages (222 | 16.2%), education (172 | 12.6%), arts & humanities (142 | 10.4%), and social sciences (135 | 9.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,370 individuals in Potosi who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 57 | 4.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 66 | 4.8% |
| Psychology | 40 | 2.9% |
| Social Sciences | 135 | 9.9% |
| Engineering | 19 | 1.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 22 | 1.6% |
| Science & Technology | 330 | 24.1% |
| Business | 126 | 9.2% |
| Education | 172 | 12.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 222 | 16.2% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 30 | 2.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 9 | 0.7% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 142 | 10.4% |
| Total | 1,370 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Potosi
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Potosi
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Potosi are males with 3 vehicles (565, accounting for 45.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (358, making up 52.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 90 (7.2%) | 107 (9.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 447 (36.0%) | 513 (47.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 565 (45.5%) | 358 (33.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 75 (6.0%) | 42 (3.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 64 (5.2%) | 56 (5.2%) |
| Total | 1,241 (100.0%) | 1,076 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Potosi
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Potosi are 20 to 24 minutes (900 commuters, 40.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (592 commuters, 26.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (269 commuters, 12.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 13 | 0.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 102 | 4.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 96 | 4.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 592 | 26.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 900 | 40.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 179 | 8.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 269 | 12.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 46 | 2.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 36 | 1.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 16 | 0.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Potosi
The most common commute times in Potosi are 20 to 24 minutes (438 commuters, 35.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (462 commuters, 45.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 102 (10.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 79 (6.4%) | 17 (1.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 243 (19.8%) | 349 (34.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 438 (35.6%) | 462 (45.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 157 (12.8%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 214 (17.4%) | 55 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 46 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 36 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 16 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Potosi
The most frequent times of departure to work in Potosi are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (227, 18.5%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (340, 33.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 44 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 76 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 200 (16.3%) | 21 (2.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 49 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 52 (4.2%) | 340 (33.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 120 (9.8%) | 124 (12.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 227 (18.5%) | 282 (27.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 17 (1.4%) | 62 (6.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 73 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 86 (7.0%) | 40 (3.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 85 (6.9%) | 17 (1.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (3.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 200 (16.3%) | 97 (9.5%) |
| Total | 1,229 (100.0%) | 1,020 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Potosi
Occupancy by Ownership in Potosi
Of the total 1,486 dwellings in Potosi, owner-occupied units account for 1,344 (90.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 142 (9.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,344 | 90.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 142 | 9.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,486 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Potosi
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 184 | 12.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 489 | 32.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 413 | 27.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 400 | 26.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,486 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Potosi
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 154 (83.7%) | 30 (16.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 424 (86.7%) | 65 (13.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 413 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 353 (88.2%) | 47 (11.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,344 (90.4%) | 142 (9.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Potosi
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 480 (77.9%) | 136 (22.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 692 (99.1%) | 6 (0.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Potosi
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 253 | 17.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 200 | 13.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 461 | 31.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 316 | 21.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 160 | 10.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 86 | 5.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 10 | 0.7% |
| Total | 1,486 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Potosi
Median Income by Occupancy in Potosi
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,344 (90.4%) | $113,878 |
| Renter-Occupied | 142 (9.6%) | $66,890 |
| Average | 1,486 (100.0%) | $112,598 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Potosi
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (28.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 10 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 64 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 92 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 157 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 84 (6.2%) | 41 (28.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 132 (9.8%) | 55 (38.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 449 (33.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 356 (26.5%) | 6 (4.2%) |
| Total | 1,344 (100.0%) | 142 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Potosi
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 59 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 88 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 117 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 95 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 146 (10.9%) | 55 (38.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 345 (25.7%) | 41 (28.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 185 (13.8%) | 10 (7.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 136 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 173 (12.9%) | 6 (4.2%) |
| Total | 1,344 (100.0%) | 142 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Potosi
Housing Structures in Potosi
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,379 | 92.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 26 | 1.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 81 | 5.4% |
| Total | 1,486 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Potosi
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,278 (92.7%) | 101 (7.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 40 (49.4%) | 41 (50.6%) |
| Total | 1,344 (90.4%) | 142 (9.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Potosi
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 332 (24.7%) | 55 (38.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 531 (39.5%) | 36 (25.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 481 (35.8%) | 51 (35.9%) |
| Total | 1,344 (100.0%) | 142 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Potosi
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 12 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 46 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,241 (92.3%) | 142 (100.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 45 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,344 (100.0%) | 142 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Potosi
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 174 (13.0%) | 71 (50.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 583 (43.4%) | 71 (50.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 587 (43.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,344 (100.0%) | 142 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Potosi
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Potosi
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 380 | 964 |
| Median Property Value | $214,500 | $286,200 |
| Median Household Income | $49,833 | $317 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $593 | $173 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,094 | $44 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Potosi
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 59 (15.5%) | 19 (2.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 224 (59.0%) | 507 (52.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 70 (18.4%) | 319 (33.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 11 (2.9%) | 103 (10.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (1.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 16 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 380 (100.0%) | 964 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Potosi
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 10 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 92 (24.2%) | 64 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 91 (23.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 50 (13.2%) | 66 (6.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 48 (12.6%) | 34 (3.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 50 (13.2%) | 84 (8.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 39 (10.3%) | 399 (41.4%) |
| Total | 380 (100.0%) | 964 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Potosi
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 63 (16.6%) | 118,681 (12,311.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 76 (20.0%) | 327 (33.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 89 (23.4%) | 405 (42.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 152 (40.0%) | 91 (9.4%) |
| Total | 380 (100.0%) | 964 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Potosi
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 69 (18.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 85 (22.4%) | 19 (2.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 219 (57.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 380 (100.0%) | 964 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Potosi
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potosi
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 230 (53.7%) | 198 (46.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 830 (86.9%) | 125 (13.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 349 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 466 (97.1%) | 14 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 296 (80.2%) | 73 (19.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 689 (85.4%) | 118 (14.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 581 (84.9%) | 103 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 292 (91.0%) | 29 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 170 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,903 (85.5%) | 660 (14.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Potosi
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 230 (53.7%) | 198 (46.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 830 (86.9%) | 125 (13.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 349 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Potosi
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 75 (50.7%) | 73 (49.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 346 (56.3%) | 269 (43.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 366 (81.7%) | 82 (18.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 468 (85.1%) | 82 (14.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,648 (94.5%) | 154 (5.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Potosi
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 0 (0.0%) | 230 (53.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 17 (1.8%) | 813 (85.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 14 (4.0%) | 335 (96.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 30 (6.2%) | 466 (97.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 11 (3.0%) | 296 (80.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 44 (5.4%) | 689 (85.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 90 (13.2%) | 505 (73.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 292 (91.0%) | 148 (46.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 158 (92.9%) | 170 (100.0%) |
| Total | 656 (14.4%) | 3,652 (80.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Potosi
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (9.1%) | 58 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 106 (11.1%) | 215 (23.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 67 (41.1%) | 50 (31.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (30.9%) | 42 (47.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Potosi
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 | 61 (6.4%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (16.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (18.5%) | 12 (13.5%) |
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 | 30 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (31.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (9.1%) | 58 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (2.9%) | 62 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (6.8%) | 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 | 17 (1.8%) | 118 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (17.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (12.3%) | 30 (33.7%) |
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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Potosi
Computing Device Access in Potosi
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,298 | 87.4% |
| Smartphone | 1,397 | 94.0% |
| Tablet | 1,171 | 78.8% |
| No Computing Device | 70 | 4.7% |
| Total | 1,486 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Potosi
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,083 | 72.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 107 | 7.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 261 | 17.6% |
| No Internet | 101 | 6.8% |
| Total | 1,486 | 100.0% |
Potosi Summary
Potosi is a small unincorporated community located in the western part of San Saba County, Texas. It is situated on the banks of the San Saba River, approximately 20 miles northwest of San Saba, the county seat. The population of Potosi was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020.
History
Potosi was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from Tennessee. The town was named after the Potosi Mine in Mexico, which was a major source of silver ore. The settlers were attracted to the area by the abundance of timber and the potential for farming. The town quickly grew and by the late 1800s, it had become a thriving community with a population of over 500 people.
The town was home to several businesses, including a general store, a blacksmith shop, a cotton gin, and a grist mill. The town also had a school, a post office, and a church.
In the early 1900s, the town began to decline as the timber industry declined and the population moved away. By the 1950s, the population had dropped to around 200 people.
Geography
Potosi is located in western San Saba County, approximately 20 miles northwest of San Saba, the county seat. The town is situated on the banks of the San Saba River. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The climate is semi-arid with hot summers and mild winters.
Economy
The economy of Potosi is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms that produce cotton, corn, wheat, and hay. There is also a small amount of ranching in the area.
The town also has a few small businesses, including a general store, a gas station, and a restaurant.
Demographics
The population of Potosi was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020. The racial makeup of the town is predominantly white, with a small Hispanic population. The median household income is around $30,000. The town has a high poverty rate, with around 40% of the population living below the poverty line.
Conclusion
Potosi is a small unincorporated community located in the western part of San Saba County, Texas. It was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from Tennessee and was once a thriving community with a population of over 500 people. Today, the population is estimated to be around 200 people and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The town has a predominantly white population, with a small Hispanic population, and a high poverty rate.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Potosi?
Total Population of Potosi is 4,706.
What is the Total Male Population of Potosi?
Total Male Population of Potosi is 2,061.
What is the Total Female Population of Potosi?
Total Female Population of Potosi is 2,645.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Potosi?
There are 77.92 Males per 100 Females in Potosi.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Potosi?
There are 128.34 Females per 100 Males in Potosi.
What is the Median Population Age in Potosi?
Median Population Age in Potosi is 36.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Potosi
Average Family Size in Potosi is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Potosi
Average Household Size in Potosi is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Potosi?
Per Capita income in Potosi is $36,505.
What is the Median Family Income in Potosi?
Median Family Income in Potosi is $117,953.
What is the Median Household income in Potosi?
Median Household Income in Potosi is $112,598.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Potosi?
Income or Wage Gap in Potosi is 5.8%.
Women in Potosi earn 94.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Potosi?
Inequality or Gini Index in Potosi is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Potosi?
There are 2,386 People in the Labor Forcein in Potosi.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Potosi?
68.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Potosi.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Potosi?
Unemployment Rate in Potosi is 3.1%.