Alton, UT

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Alton Overview

331
TOTAL POPULATION
192
MALE POPULATION
139
FEMALE POPULATION
138.13
MALES / 100 FEMALES
72.40
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.6
MEDIAN AGE
6.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
5.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$10,609
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,625
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,375
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
$4,073
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
71
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
35.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

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Alton Area Codes

Race in Alton

The most populous races in Alton are White / Caucasian (252 | 76.1%), and Native / Alaskan (79 | 23.9%).
Race in Alton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan7923.9%
White / Caucasian25276.1%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total331100.0%

Ancestry in Alton

The most populous ancestries reported in Alton are English (163 | 49.2%), German (80 | 24.2%), Danish (29 | 8.8%), European (18 | 5.4%), and Scandinavian (14 | 4.2%), together accounting for 91.8% of all Alton residents.
Ancestry in Alton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American20.6%
Armenian92.7%
Danish298.8%
English16349.2%
European185.4%
German8024.2%
Norwegian20.6%
Russian20.6%
Scandinavian144.2%
Swedish133.9%
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Immigrants in Alton

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

Sex and Age in Alton

The most populous age groups in Alton are 40 to 44 Years (85 | 44.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (36 | 25.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Alton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (8.8%)15 (10.8%)
5 to 9 Years15 (7.8%)36 (25.9%)
10 to 14 Years23 (12.0%)15 (10.8%)
15 to 19 Years6 (3.1%)15 (10.8%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.9%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.4%)
30 to 34 Years12 (6.2%)3 (2.2%)
35 to 39 Years3 (1.6%)6 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Years85 (44.3%)7 (5.0%)
45 to 49 Years4 (2.1%)10 (7.2%)
50 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years4 (2.1%)5 (3.6%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)6 (4.3%)
65 to 69 Years9 (4.7%)5 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years6 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years4 (2.1%)5 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over2 (1.0%)5 (3.6%)
Total192 (100.0%)139 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Alton

Median Family Size in Alton

Median Family Size in Alton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple49 (100.0%)6.55
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families49 (100.0%)6.55

Median Household Size in Alton

Median Household Size in Alton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple49 (83.1%)6.55
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family10 (17.0%)-
Total Households59 (100.0%)5.61

Household Size by Marriage Status in Alton

Out of a total of 59 households in Alton, 49 (83.1%) are family households, while 10 (17.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 19, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Alton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-10 (17.0%)
2-Person Households19 (32.2%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households8 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households2 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households4 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households9 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (83.1%)10 (17.0%)

Female Fertility in Alton

Fertility by Age in Alton

Average fertility rate in Alton is 170.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 667.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Alton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (75.0%)667.0
35 to 50 years2 (25.0%)87.0
Total8 (100.0%)170.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Alton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Alton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Alton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Alton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (75.0%)286.0
Bachelor's Degree2 (25.0%)400.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)170.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Alton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Alton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Alton

Income Overview in Alton

Per Capita Income in Alton is $10,609, while median incomes of families and households are $53,625 and $49,375 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income331$10,609
Median Family Income49$53,625
Mean Family Income49$64,084
Median Household Income59$49,375
Mean Household Income59$56,673
Income Deficit49$4,073
Wage / Income Gap (%)3310.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)331100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3310.36

Earnings by Sex in Alton

Earnings by Sex in Alton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male125 (78.1%)$4,429
Female35 (21.9%)$0
Total160 (100.0%)$4,435

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Alton

The most common earnings brackets in Alton are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (81 | 64.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (15 | 42.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Alton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)15 (42.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99981 (64.8%)3 (8.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4992 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99911 (8.8%)2 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)2 (5.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)6 (17.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9992 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9992 (1.6%)1 (2.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9999 (7.2%)5 (14.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9992 (1.6%)1 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9992 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9994 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+6 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total125 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Alton

Average earnings in Alton are $4,352 for men and $10,625 for women, a difference of 59.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $33,125, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $33,125. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $2,499, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Alton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$33,125$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$4,352$10,625

Family Income in Alton

Family Income Brackets in Alton

According to the Alton family income data, there are 14 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Alton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999612.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991020.4%
$35,000 to $49,99948.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991428.6%
$75,000 to $99,99948.2%
$100,000 to $149,999918.4%
$150,000 to $199,99924.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Alton

7+ person families (9 | 18.4%) account for the highest median family income in Alton with $53,542 per family, while 7+ person families (9 | 18.4%) have the highest median income of $7,649 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Alton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families19 (38.8%)$0
3-Person Families8 (16.3%)$0
4-Person Families2 (4.1%)$0
5-Person Families4 (8.2%)$0
6-Person Families7 (14.3%)$0
7+ Person Families9 (18.4%)$53,542
Total49 (100.0%)$53,625

Family Income by Number of Earners in Alton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Alton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners3 (6.1%)$0
1 Earner11 (22.5%)$49,375
2 Earners31 (63.3%)$54,375
3+ Earners4 (8.2%)$0
Total49 (100.0%)$53,625

Household Income in Alton

Household Income Brackets in Alton

With 14 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Alton, accounting for 23.7% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Alton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99958.5%
$15,000 to $24,999813.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991322.0%
$35,000 to $49,99946.8%
$50,000 to $74,9991423.7%
$75,000 to $99,99946.8%
$100,000 to $149,999915.3%
$150,000 to $199,99923.4%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Alton

The median household income in Alton is $49,375, with the highest median household income of $53,542 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 19 households (32.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Alton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years19 (32.2%)$53,542
45 to 64 Years19 (32.2%)$0
65+ Years21 (35.6%)$31,458
Total59 (100.0%)$49,375

Poverty in Alton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Alton

With 27.6% poverty level for males and 42.4% for females among the residents of Alton, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9 males (100.0%) and 15 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Alton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (17.6%)15 (100.0%)
5 Years9 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years12 (100.0%)20 (58.8%)
12 to 14 Years14 (82.4%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (71.4%)
18 to 24 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years4 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years6 (6.8%)10 (76.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (50.0%)
Total53 (27.6%)59 (42.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Alton

According to the poverty statistics in Alton, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Alton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (82.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)14 (41.2%)
12 to 14 Years3 (17.6%)13 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)2 (28.6%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years8 (66.7%)5 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years82 (93.2%)3 (23.1%)
45 to 54 Years4 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
75 Years and over8 (100.0%)5 (50.0%)
Total139 (72.4%)80 (57.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Alton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Alton show that 22.5% or 11 of the total 49 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 88.9%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Alton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
5 or more Children1 (11.1%)8 (88.9%)
Total38 (77.5%)11 (22.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Alton

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

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Alton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children3 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children8 (88.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Alton

Employment by Class of Employer in Alton

Among the 71 employed individuals in Alton, private company employees (33 | 46.5%), local government employees (16 | 22.5%), and self-employed (incorporated) (11 | 15.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Alton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3346.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1115.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)79.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees1622.5%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees22.8%
Unpaid Family Workers22.8%
Total71100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Alton

Employment Status by Age in Alton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years7 (53.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years13 (86.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years15 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years7 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years7 (77.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (35.1%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Alton

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Alton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma8 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree18 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher22 (91.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (32.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Alton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alton are Management (23 | 32.4%), Community & Social Service (10 | 14.1%), Education Instruction & Library (6 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (6 | 8.5%), and Health Technologists (6 | 8.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Alton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Alton, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Community & Social Service (60.0%), and Management (47.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Alton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12 (52.2%)11 (47.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)22 (56.4%)17 (43.6%)
Total (Overall)44 (62.0%)27 (38.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Alton are Security & Protection (2 | 2.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (2 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Alton

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Alton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)44 (62.0%)27 (38.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Alton are Office & Administration (17 | 23.9%), and Sales & Related (4 | 5.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Alton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Alton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Office & Administration9 (52.9%)8 (47.1%)
Total (Category)11 (52.4%)10 (47.6%)
Total (Overall)44 (62.0%)27 (38.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Alton are , and Construction & Extraction (2 | 2.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Alton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Alton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)44 (62.0%)27 (38.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Alton are Material Moving (5 | 7.0%), and Transportation (2 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Alton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Alton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)44 (62.0%)27 (38.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Alton

Employment Industries in Alton

The major employment industries in Alton include Educational Services (16 | 22.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (11 | 15.5%), Transportation & Warehousing (10 | 14.1%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (8 | 11.3%), and Retail Trade (6 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Alton

Employment Industries by Sex in Alton

The Alton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Public Administration (83.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (50.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Alton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Retail Trade5 (83.3%)1 (16.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
Total44 (62.0%)27 (38.0%)

Education in Alton

School Enrollment in Alton

The most common levels of schooling among the 107 students in Alton are middle school (38 | 35.5%), elementary school (27 | 25.2%), and high school (16 | 14.9%).
School Enrollment in Alton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1211.2%
Kindergarten87.5%
Elementary School2725.2%
Middle School3835.5%
High School1614.9%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional65.6%
Total107100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Alton

Out of a total of 107 students who are enrolled in schools in Alton, 3 (2.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 104 (97.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (18.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Alton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds13 (81.2%)3 (18.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (97.2%)3 (2.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Alton

Bio, nature & agricultural (9 | 23.1%), liberal arts & history (6 | 15.4%), science & technology (5 | 12.8%), education (5 | 12.8%), and computers & mathematics (4 | 10.3%) are the most common fields of study among 39 individuals in Alton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Alton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics410.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural923.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences25.1%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology512.8%
Business410.3%
Education512.8%
Literature & Languages410.3%
Liberal Arts & History615.4%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total39100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Alton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Alton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Alton are males with 4 vehicles (13, accounting for 29.5%) and females with 4 vehicles (3, making up 48.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Alton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle8 (18.2%)2 (7.4%)
2 Vehicles11 (25.0%)14 (51.8%)
3 Vehicles10 (22.7%)5 (18.5%)
4 Vehicles13 (29.5%)3 (11.1%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (4.5%)3 (11.1%)
Total44 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Alton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Alton are 45 to 59 minutes (17 commuters, 28.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (8 commuters, 13.6%), and 90 or more minutes (8 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time in Alton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes58.5%
5 to 9 Minutes46.8%
10 to 14 Minutes23.4%
15 to 19 Minutes23.4%
20 to 24 Minutes813.6%
25 to 29 Minutes711.9%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1728.8%
60 to 89 Minutes610.2%
90 or more Minutes813.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Alton

The most common commute times in Alton are 45 to 59 minutes (9 commuters, 22.5%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (8 commuters, 42.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Alton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2 (5.0%)3 (15.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes4 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes8 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes5 (12.5%)2 (10.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (22.5%)8 (42.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (31.6%)
90 or more Minutes8 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Alton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Alton are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (12, 30.0%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (6, 31.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Alton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4 (10.0%)6 (31.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM12 (30.0%)3 (15.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM4 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM8 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (31.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (10.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM6 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)2 (10.5%)
Total40 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Alton

Occupancy by Ownership in Alton

Of the total 59 dwellings in Alton, owner-occupied units account for 49 (83.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 10 (17.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Alton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4983.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1017.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units59100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Alton

Occupancy by Household Size in Alton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1017.0%
2-Person Household1932.2%
3-Person Household813.6%
4+ Person Household2237.3%
Total Housing Units59100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Alton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Alton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household18 (94.7%)1 (5.3%)
3-Person Household8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household13 (59.1%)9 (40.9%)
Total Housing Units49 (83.1%)10 (17.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Alton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Alton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma17 (89.5%)2 (10.5%)
College/Associate Degree13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher19 (86.4%)3 (13.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Alton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Alton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years711.9%
35 to 44 Years1220.3%
45 to 54 Years813.6%
55 to 64 Years1118.6%
65 to 74 Years711.9%
75 to 84 Years915.2%
85 Years and Over58.5%
Total59100.0%

Housing Finances in Alton

Median Income by Occupancy in Alton

Median Income by Occupancy in Alton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied49 (83.1%)$52,875
Renter-Occupied10 (17.0%)$0
Average59 (100.0%)$49,375

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Alton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Alton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (16.3%)5 (50.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (4.1%)2 (20.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99914 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (6.1%)1 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Alton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Alton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3005 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49917 (34.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7998 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9995 (10.2%)4 (40.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4992 (4.1%)3 (30.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9996 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more6 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Alton

Housing Structures in Alton

Housing Structures in Alton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5898.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments11.7%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total59100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Alton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Alton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached49 (84.5%)9 (15.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (83.1%)10 (17.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Alton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Alton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (4.1%)1 (10.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms5 (10.2%)2 (20.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms13 (26.5%)4 (40.0%)
8 or more Rooms29 (59.2%)3 (30.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Alton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Alton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity16 (32.7%)5 (50.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels30 (61.2%)5 (50.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Alton

Household Vehicle Usage in Alton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle6 (12.2%)5 (50.0%)
2 Vehicles12 (24.5%)2 (20.0%)
3 or more Vehicles26 (53.1%)3 (30.0%)
Total49 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Alton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Alton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3019
Median Property Value$372,700$270,800
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$413$6
Real Estate Taxes$1,417$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Alton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Alton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9997 (23.3%)13 (68.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99921 (70.0%)6 (31.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9992 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Alton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Alton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99913 (43.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (6.7%)3 (15.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (3.3%)14 (73.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (30.0%)2 (10.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Alton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Alton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2 (6.7%)54,125 (284,868.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)2 (10.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more18 (60.0%)4 (21.0%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Alton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Alton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8003 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49914 (46.7%)7 (36.8%)
$800 to $1,49913 (43.3%)2 (10.5%)
Total30 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Alton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years95 (97.9%)2 (2.1%)
19 to 25 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years15 (88.2%)2 (11.8%)
35 to 44 Years101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years10 (71.4%)4 (28.6%)
55 to 64 Years7 (46.7%)8 (53.3%)
65 to 74 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total315 (95.2%)16 (4.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Alton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Alton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen95 (97.9%)2 (2.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Alton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Alton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00013 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
$25,000 to $49,99968 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99996 (92.3%)8 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over120 (98.4%)2 (1.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Alton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610 (22.2%)35 (77.8%)
6 to 18 Years21 (21.6%)88 (90.7%)
19 to 25 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years2 (11.8%)15 (88.2%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)101 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years3 (21.4%)7 (50.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (46.7%)
65 to 74 Years20 (100.0%)7 (35.0%)
75 Years and over18 (100.0%)11 (61.1%)
Total78 (23.6%)271 (81.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Alton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Alton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (7.7%)7 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years3 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (50.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Alton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Alton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Alton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Alton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (7.7%)7 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Alton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)7 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (50.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Alton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)7 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Alton

Computing Device Access in Alton

Computing Device Access in Alton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5389.8%
Smartphone4576.3%
Tablet4169.5%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total59100.0%

Internet Access in Alton

Internet Access in Alton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3966.1%
Cellular Data Only1322.0%
Satellite Internet915.2%
No Internet58.5%
Total59100.0%

Alton Summary

Alton is a small town located in the southwestern corner of Utah, in the United States. It is situated in the extreme southwestern corner of Washington County, and is bordered by the Arizona state line to the south, and the Nevada state line to the west. The town is located in the high desert region of the Colorado Plateau, and is surrounded by the red rock formations of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet, and has a population of approximately 1,000 people.

Geography

Alton is located in the extreme southwestern corner of Utah, in the United States. It is situated in the extreme southwestern corner of Washington County, and is bordered by the Arizona state line to the south, and the Nevada state line to the west. The town is located in the high desert region of the Colorado Plateau, and is surrounded by the red rock formations of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet, and has a population of approximately 1,000 people.
The town is located in a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is approximately 60 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of 90 degrees in the summer and an average low of 30 degrees in the winter. The average annual precipitation is approximately 8 inches, with most of the precipitation occurring in the winter months.
The town is located in a rural area, and is surrounded by open desert and red rock formations. The nearest major city is St. George, which is located approximately 40 miles to the east. The nearest airport is located in St. George, and the nearest major highway is Interstate 15, which is located approximately 30 miles to the east.

History

Alton was founded in 1876 by a group of Mormon settlers from nearby St. George. The town was originally named “Altonah”, after the nearby Altonah Springs. The town was later renamed “Alton”, and was incorporated in 1891.
The town was originally a farming community, and the main crops grown were wheat, corn, and alfalfa. The town also had a small mining industry, and the nearby Altonah Mine was one of the largest producers of copper in the state.
In the early 1900s, the town began to experience a population decline, as many of the residents moved away to larger cities. The population of the town continued to decline until the 1950s, when the town began to experience a resurgence in population growth.

Economy

Alton’s economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is home to several tourist attractions, including the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, which is located just outside of town. The monument is a popular destination for hikers, campers, and other outdoor enthusiasts.
The town is also home to several farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, corn, alfalfa, and hay. The town also has a small mining industry, and the nearby Altonah Mine is one of the largest producers of copper in the state.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Alton was 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 95.2% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $41,250. The per capita income was $17,500.

Conclusion

Alton is a small town located in the southwestern corner of Utah, in the United States. It is situated in the extreme southwestern corner of Washington County, and is bordered by the Arizona state line to the south, and the Nevada state line to the west. The town is located in the high desert region of the Colorado Plateau, and is surrounded by the red rock formations of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The town is situated at an elevation of 4,400 feet, and has a population of approximately 1,000 people. The town’s economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture, and the town is home to several tourist attractions, including the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The racial makeup of the town is 95.2% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median family income was $41,250. The per capita income was $17,500.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Alton?
Total Population of Alton is 331.
What is the Total Male Population of Alton?
Total Male Population of Alton is 192.
What is the Total Female Population of Alton?
Total Female Population of Alton is 139.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Alton?
There are 138.13 Males per 100 Females in Alton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Alton?
There are 72.40 Females per 100 Males in Alton.
What is the Median Population Age in Alton?
Median Population Age in Alton is 36.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Alton
Average Family Size in Alton is 6.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Alton
Average Household Size in Alton is 5.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Alton?
Per Capita income in Alton is $10,609.
What is the Median Family Income in Alton?
Median Family Income in Alton is $53,625.
What is the Median Household income in Alton?
Median Household Income in Alton is $49,375.
What is Family Income Deficit in Alton?
Family Income Deficit in Alton is $4,073.
Families that are below poverty line in Alton earn $4,073 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Alton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Alton is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Alton?
There are 71 People in the Labor Forcein in Alton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Alton?
35.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Alton.