Bluefield, VA

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Bluefield Overview

5,059
TOTAL POPULATION
2,337
MALE POPULATION
2,722
FEMALE POPULATION
85.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.47
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,090
PER CAPITA INCOME
$52,299
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,162
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.54
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,010
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Bluefield Zip Codes

Bluefield Area Codes

Race in Bluefield

The most populous races in Bluefield are White / Caucasian (4,375 | 86.5%), Black / African American (593 | 11.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (190 | 3.8%).
Race in Bluefield
Race# Population% Population
Asian521.0%
Black / African American59311.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1903.8%
Native / Alaskan10.0%
White / Caucasian4,37586.5%
Two or more Races370.7%
Some other Race10.0%
Total5,059100.0%

Ancestry in Bluefield

The most populous ancestries reported in Bluefield are American (722 | 14.3%), Irish (652 | 12.9%), English (485 | 9.6%), German (421 | 8.3%), and Haitian (398 | 7.9%), together accounting for 52.9% of all Bluefield residents.
Ancestry in Bluefield
Ancestry# Population% Population
American72214.3%
Arab260.5%
Bhutanese10.0%
British140.3%
British West Indian40.1%
Canadian240.5%
Central American470.9%
Dominican40.1%
Dutch551.1%
English4859.6%
European160.3%
French240.5%
French Canadian40.1%
German4218.3%
Greek40.1%
Haitian3987.9%
Honduran460.9%
Hungarian400.8%
Irish65212.9%
Italian1513.0%
Lebanese260.5%
Mexican1092.1%
Norwegian110.2%
Puerto Rican70.1%
Russian160.3%
Salvadoran10.0%
Scotch-Irish992.0%
Scottish1412.8%
Slovak80.2%
Spaniard90.2%
Thai521.0%
Welsh110.2%
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Immigrants in Bluefield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Bluefield came from Asia (78 | 1.5%), India (52 | 1.0%), South Central Asia (52 | 1.0%), Europe (27 | 0.5%), and Lebanon (26 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.6% of all Bluefield residents.
Immigrants in Bluefield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia781.5%
England230.4%
Europe270.5%
India521.0%
Lebanon260.5%
Northern Europe230.4%
South Central Asia521.0%
Southern Europe40.1%
Spain40.1%
Western Asia260.5%
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Sex and Age in Bluefield

Sex and Age in Bluefield

The most populous age groups in Bluefield are 15 to 19 Years (213 | 9.1%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (460 | 16.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Bluefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years167 (7.1%)257 (9.4%)
5 to 9 Years125 (5.3%)171 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Years138 (5.9%)136 (5.0%)
15 to 19 Years213 (9.1%)101 (3.7%)
20 to 24 Years106 (4.5%)460 (16.9%)
25 to 29 Years180 (7.7%)74 (2.7%)
30 to 34 Years95 (4.1%)143 (5.2%)
35 to 39 Years72 (3.1%)103 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years121 (5.2%)63 (2.3%)
45 to 49 Years100 (4.3%)206 (7.6%)
50 to 54 Years131 (5.6%)195 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years213 (9.1%)84 (3.1%)
60 to 64 Years141 (6.0%)91 (3.3%)
65 to 69 Years63 (2.7%)92 (3.4%)
70 to 74 Years129 (5.5%)127 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years99 (4.2%)186 (6.8%)
80 to 84 Years134 (5.7%)154 (5.7%)
85 Years and over110 (4.7%)79 (2.9%)
Total2,337 (100.0%)2,722 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Bluefield

Median Family Size in Bluefield

The median family size in Bluefield is 2.67 persons per family, with single male/father families (119 | 7.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.17 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (460 | 30.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.20 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Bluefield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple937 (61.8%)2.84
Single Male/Father119 (7.9%)3.17
Single Female/Mother460 (30.3%)2.20
Total Families1,516 (100.0%)2.67

Median Household Size in Bluefield

The median household size in Bluefield is 2.31 persons per household, with single male/father households (119 | 5.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.92 persons per household. non-family households (543 | 26.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Bluefield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple937 (45.5%)2.84
Single Male/Father119 (5.8%)3.92
Single Female/Mother460 (22.3%)2.27
Non-family543 (26.4%)1.06
Total Households2,059 (100.0%)2.31

Household Size by Marriage Status in Bluefield

Out of a total of 2,059 households in Bluefield, 1,516 (73.6%) are family households, while 543 (26.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 666, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 526.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bluefield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-526 (25.6%)
2-Person Households602 (29.2%)17 (0.8%)
3-Person Households666 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households153 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households64 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households31 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,516 (73.6%)543 (26.4%)

Female Fertility in Bluefield

Fertility by Age in Bluefield

Average fertility rate in Bluefield is 242.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 437.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Bluefield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years296 (100.0%)437.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total296 (100.0%)242.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bluefield

6.4% of women with births (296) in Bluefield are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 93.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 93.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bluefield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years19 (6.4%)277 (93.6%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (6.4%)277 (93.6%)

Fertility by Education in Bluefield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Bluefield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School239 (80.7%)685.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree57 (19.3%)156.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total296 (100.0%)242.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bluefield

93.6% of women with births in Bluefield are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 33.3% 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 Bluefield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)239 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree19 (33.3%)38 (66.7%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (6.4%)277 (93.6%)

Income in Bluefield

Income Overview in Bluefield

Per Capita Income in Bluefield is $34,090, while median incomes of families and households are $52,299 and $53,162 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,059$34,090
Median Family Income1,516$52,299
Mean Family Income1,516$92,779
Median Household Income2,059$53,162
Mean Household Income2,059$82,919
Income Deficit1,516$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,05934.92%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,05965.08¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,0590.54

Earnings by Sex in Bluefield

Average Earnings in Bluefield are $40,019, $48,702 for men and $31,693 for women, a difference of 34.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Bluefield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,061 (47.4%)$48,702
Female1,177 (52.6%)$31,693
Total2,238 (100.0%)$40,019

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bluefield

The most common earnings brackets in Bluefield are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (172 | 16.2%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (151 | 12.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bluefield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less40 (3.8%)52 (4.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99942 (4.0%)60 (5.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49927 (2.5%)11 (0.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99937 (3.5%)9 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49915 (1.4%)88 (7.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)84 (7.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49932 (3.0%)104 (8.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)8 (0.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49916 (1.5%)18 (1.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99931 (2.9%)26 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99932 (3.0%)75 (6.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9994 (0.4%)85 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999139 (13.1%)83 (7.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99974 (7.0%)151 (12.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99955 (5.2%)7 (0.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99995 (8.9%)28 (2.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999150 (14.1%)91 (7.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99940 (3.8%)74 (6.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999172 (16.2%)31 (2.6%)
$100,000+60 (5.7%)92 (7.8%)
Total1,061 (100.0%)1,177 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bluefield

Average earnings in Bluefield are $50,026 for men and $35,625 for women, a difference of 28.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,583, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $42,583. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,891, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $24,688.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bluefield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$51,283$28,547
College or Associate's Degree$42,583$24,688
Bachelor's Degree$63,583$42,891
Graduate Degree$58,750$0
Total$50,026$35,625

Family Income in Bluefield

Family Income Brackets in Bluefield

According to the Bluefield family income data, there are 337 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 36 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Bluefield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00026717.6%
$10,000 to $14,999553.6%
$15,000 to $24,999362.4%
$25,000 to $34,999744.9%
$35,000 to $49,99924616.2%
$50,000 to $74,99918011.9%
$75,000 to $99,99915810.4%
$100,000 to $149,99933722.2%
$150,000 to $199,999563.7%
$200,000+1087.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bluefield

4-person families (154 | 10.2%) account for the highest median family income in Bluefield with $134,239 per family, while 2-person families (651 | 42.9%) have the highest median income of $34,602 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bluefield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families651 (42.9%)$69,205
3-Person Families644 (42.5%)$0
4-Person Families154 (10.2%)$134,239
5-Person Families60 (4.0%)$0
6-Person Families7 (0.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,516 (100.0%)$52,299

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bluefield

Family Income by Number of Earners in Bluefield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners557 (36.7%)$0
1 Earner372 (24.5%)$54,500
2 Earners453 (29.9%)$107,031
3+ Earners134 (8.8%)$145,000
Total1,516 (100.0%)$52,299

Household Income in Bluefield

Household Income Brackets in Bluefield

With 387 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Bluefield, accounting for 18.8% of all households. In contrast, only 68 households (3.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Bluefield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00031515.3%
$10,000 to $14,999844.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991055.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991406.8%
$35,000 to $49,99927813.5%
$50,000 to $74,99936017.5%
$75,000 to $99,99921010.2%
$100,000 to $149,99938718.8%
$150,000 to $199,999683.3%
$200,000+1075.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Bluefield

The median household income in Bluefield is $53,162, with the highest median household income of $100,156 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 345 households (16.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $4,147, with 315 households (15.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Bluefield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years315 (15.3%)$4,147
25 to 44 Years345 (16.8%)$100,156
45 to 64 Years657 (31.9%)$82,305
65+ Years742 (36.0%)$47,045
Total2,059 (100.0%)$53,162

Poverty in Bluefield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bluefield

With 7.2% poverty level for males and 26.9% for females among the residents of Bluefield, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 51 males (34.9%) and 304 females (62.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bluefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years51 (34.9%)147 (57.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years40 (23.5%)82 (39.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)304 (62.2%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)65 (38.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)55 (13.7%)
55 to 64 Years40 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (5.7%)29 (14.1%)
75 Years and over13 (3.9%)12 (3.2%)
Total155 (7.2%)694 (26.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bluefield

According to the poverty statistics in Bluefield, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bluefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years95 (65.1%)110 (42.8%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years130 (76.5%)127 (60.8%)
12 to 14 Years80 (100.0%)76 (100.0%)
15 Years48 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years49 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years77 (100.0%)185 (37.8%)
25 to 34 Years275 (100.0%)103 (61.3%)
35 to 44 Years184 (100.0%)166 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years231 (100.0%)346 (86.3%)
55 to 64 Years314 (88.7%)175 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years181 (94.3%)177 (85.9%)
75 Years and over317 (96.1%)363 (96.8%)
Total1,994 (92.8%)1,882 (73.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bluefield

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Bluefield show that 1.2% or 11 of the total 937 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.7%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bluefield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children648 (98.3%)11 (1.7%)
1 or 2 Children251 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total926 (98.8%)11 (1.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bluefield

According to the poverty data in Bluefield, 14.3% or 17 single-father households and 67.4% or 310 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (17.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 301 households (87.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bluefield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (9.3%)
1 or 2 Children17 (17.9%)301 (87.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (14.3%)310 (67.4%)

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

The poverty data for Bluefield shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (1.2%) and 327 of the single-parent households (56.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (1.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 318 household (72.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bluefield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (1.7%)9 (9.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)318 (72.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (1.2%)327 (56.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Bluefield

Employment by Class of Employer in Bluefield

Among the 1,929 employed individuals in Bluefield, private company employees (1,064 | 55.2%), state government employees (317 | 16.4%), and local government employees (256 | 13.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Bluefield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,06455.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)382.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1457.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations723.7%
Local Government Employees25613.3%
State Government Employees31716.4%
Federal Government Employees261.3%
Unpaid Family Workers110.6%
Total1,929100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Bluefield

According to the labor force statistics for Bluefield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,003), 50.2% or 2,010 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 56 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 254 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.6% or 42 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Bluefield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years65 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years238 (42.0%)42 (17.6%)
25 to 29 Years254 (100.0%)15 (5.9%)
30 to 34 Years161 (67.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years335 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years476 (75.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years182 (61.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years140 (60.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years35 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over123 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,010 (50.2%)56 (2.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bluefield

According to labor force statistics for Bluefield, 76.9% of individuals (1,547) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,012) are in the labor force, with 1.0% or 15 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 84.0% or 563 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.7% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bluefield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School124 (53.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma402 (83.8%)18 (3.7%)
College / Associate Degree459 (72.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher563 (84.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,547 (76.9%)20 (1.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Bluefield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bluefield are Community & Social Service (241 | 12.3%), Education Instruction & Library (201 | 10.3%), Management (181 | 9.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (148 | 7.6%), and Business & Financial (124 | 6.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Bluefield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bluefield, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (81.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (64.9%), and Management (50.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (80.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Bluefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management91 (50.3%)90 (49.7%)
Business & Financial34 (27.4%)90 (72.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science63 (64.9%)34 (35.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science63 (81.8%)14 (18.2%)
Community & Social Service 89 (36.9%)152 (63.1%)
Education, Arts & Media8 (20.0%)32 (80.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library81 (40.3%)120 (59.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating39 (26.4%)109 (73.7%)
Health Technologists39 (33.1%)79 (66.9%)
Total (Category)316 (40.0%)475 (60.1%)
Total (Overall)970 (49.7%)982 (50.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Bluefield are Personal Care & Service (154 | 7.9%), Security & Protection (133 | 6.8%), Law Enforcement (133 | 6.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (61 | 3.1%), and Healthcare Support (55 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Bluefield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Bluefield, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Security & Protection (99.3%), and Law Enforcement (99.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (99.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (42.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Bluefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
Security & Protection132 (99.3%)1 (0.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement132 (99.3%)1 (0.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving35 (57.4%)26 (42.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service1 (0.6%)153 (99.4%)
Total (Category)212 (47.4%)235 (52.6%)
Total (Overall)970 (49.7%)982 (50.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bluefield are Office & Administration (222 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (130 | 6.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Bluefield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Bluefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related79 (60.8%)51 (39.2%)
Office & Administration48 (21.6%)174 (78.4%)
Total (Category)127 (36.1%)225 (63.9%)
Total (Overall)970 (49.7%)982 (50.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bluefield are Construction & Extraction (60 | 3.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (47 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Bluefield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Bluefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair38 (80.8%)9 (19.2%)
Total (Category)98 (91.6%)9 (8.4%)
Total (Overall)970 (49.7%)982 (50.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bluefield are Transportation (159 | 8.2%), Production (76 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (20 | 1.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Bluefield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Bluefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation121 (76.1%)38 (23.9%)
Material Moving20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)217 (85.1%)38 (14.9%)
Total (Overall)970 (49.7%)982 (50.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Bluefield

Employment Industries in Bluefield

The major employment industries in Bluefield include Educational Services (326 | 16.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (260 | 13.3%), Manufacturing (197 | 10.1%), Public Administration (195 | 10.0%), and Retail Trade (180 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries in Bluefield

Employment Industries by Sex in Bluefield

The Bluefield 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 Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (97.8%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (85.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bluefield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing119 (60.4%)78 (39.6%)
Wholesale Trade16 (66.7%)8 (33.3%)
Retail Trade132 (73.3%)48 (26.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information30 (31.2%)66 (68.8%)
Finance & Insurance57 (54.8%)47 (45.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific46 (49.5%)47 (50.5%)
Enterprise Management26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services100 (30.7%)226 (69.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance39 (15.0%)221 (85.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1 (2.2%)45 (97.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services19 (35.2%)35 (64.8%)
Public Administration160 (82.1%)35 (17.9%)
Total970 (49.7%)982 (50.3%)

Education in Bluefield

School Enrollment in Bluefield

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,179 students in Bluefield are college / undergraduate (394 | 33.4%), elementary school (262 | 22.2%), and middle school (219 | 18.6%).
School Enrollment in Bluefield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool534.5%
Kindergarten766.5%
Elementary School26222.2%
Middle School21918.6%
High School12910.9%
College / Undergraduate39433.4%
Graduate / Professional463.9%
Total1,179100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bluefield

Out of a total of 1,179 students who are enrolled in schools in Bluefield, 380 (32.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 799 (67.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 46 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 132 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bluefield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (20.0%)32 (80.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old283 (95.6%)13 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds243 (88.7%)31 (11.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds57 (31.3%)125 (68.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds60 (54.0%)51 (46.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds16 (16.3%)82 (83.7%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Total799 (67.8%)380 (32.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bluefield

Business (187 | 17.8%), education (160 | 15.2%), computers & mathematics (108 | 10.3%), science & technology (107 | 10.2%), and visual & performing arts (71 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,051 individuals in Bluefield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bluefield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics10810.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural444.2%
Physical & Health Sciences545.1%
Psychology444.2%
Social Sciences353.3%
Engineering676.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies131.2%
Science & Technology10710.2%
Business18717.8%
Education16015.2%
Literature & Languages585.5%
Liberal Arts & History181.7%
Visual & Performing Arts716.8%
Communications171.6%
Arts & Humanities686.5%
Total1,051100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Bluefield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bluefield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bluefield are males with 2 vehicles (472, accounting for 50.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (301, making up 51.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bluefield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle144 (15.4%)180 (19.6%)
2 Vehicles472 (50.4%)301 (32.8%)
3 Vehicles148 (15.8%)269 (29.3%)
4 Vehicles122 (13.0%)88 (9.6%)
5 or more Vehicles50 (5.3%)80 (8.7%)
Total936 (100.0%)918 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Bluefield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bluefield are 10 to 14 minutes (414 commuters, 24.1%), 15 to 19 minutes (307 commuters, 17.8%), and 5 to 9 minutes (296 commuters, 17.2%).
Commute Time in Bluefield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes905.2%
5 to 9 Minutes29617.2%
10 to 14 Minutes41424.1%
15 to 19 Minutes30717.8%
20 to 24 Minutes21112.3%
25 to 29 Minutes120.7%
30 to 34 Minutes915.3%
35 to 39 Minutes181.1%
40 to 44 Minutes844.9%
45 to 59 Minutes1207.0%
60 to 89 Minutes553.2%
90 or more Minutes231.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Bluefield

The most common commute times in Bluefield are 15 to 19 minutes (178 commuters, 19.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (275 commuters, 33.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Bluefield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes60 (6.7%)30 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes156 (17.3%)140 (17.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes139 (15.4%)275 (33.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes178 (19.7%)129 (15.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes101 (11.2%)110 (13.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes66 (7.3%)25 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes32 (3.5%)52 (6.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes82 (9.1%)38 (4.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes55 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes15 (1.7%)8 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bluefield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Bluefield are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (204, 22.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (232, 28.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bluefield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM85 (9.4%)20 (2.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM84 (9.3%)9 (1.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM14 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM98 (10.9%)38 (4.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM80 (8.9%)86 (10.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM204 (22.6%)70 (8.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM78 (8.6%)232 (28.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM147 (16.3%)144 (17.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM31 (3.4%)138 (16.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM20 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM42 (4.7%)26 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM16 (1.8%)16 (1.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (0.3%)40 (4.9%)
Total902 (100.0%)819 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Bluefield

Occupancy by Ownership in Bluefield

Of the total 2,059 dwellings in Bluefield, owner-occupied units account for 1,435 (69.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 624 (30.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Bluefield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,43569.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units62430.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,059100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Bluefield

Occupancy by Household Size in Bluefield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household52625.6%
2-Person Household61930.1%
3-Person Household66632.4%
4+ Person Household24812.0%
Total Housing Units2,059100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bluefield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bluefield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household364 (69.2%)162 (30.8%)
2-Person Household573 (92.6%)46 (7.4%)
3-Person Household322 (48.3%)344 (51.6%)
4+ Person Household176 (71.0%)72 (29.0%)
Total Housing Units1,435 (69.7%)624 (30.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bluefield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bluefield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School153 (33.6%)303 (66.4%)
High School Diploma386 (78.1%)108 (21.9%)
College/Associate Degree419 (69.7%)182 (30.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher477 (93.9%)31 (6.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bluefield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bluefield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years49724.1%
35 to 44 Years1637.9%
45 to 54 Years36117.5%
55 to 64 Years29614.4%
65 to 74 Years28914.0%
75 to 84 Years32115.6%
85 Years and Over1326.4%
Total2,059100.0%

Housing Finances in Bluefield

Median Income by Occupancy in Bluefield

Median Income by Occupancy in Bluefield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,435 (69.7%)$70,662
Renter-Occupied624 (30.3%)$0
Average2,059 (100.0%)$53,162

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bluefield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bluefield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (1.5%)293 (47.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99948 (3.3%)37 (5.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99936 (2.5%)8 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99934 (2.4%)27 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99995 (6.6%)46 (7.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999226 (15.8%)52 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999328 (22.9%)33 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999139 (9.7%)72 (11.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999338 (23.5%)50 (8.0%)
$150,000 or more169 (11.8%)6 (1.0%)
Total1,435 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bluefield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bluefield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300184 (12.8%)313 (50.2%)
$300 to $499261 (18.2%)9 (1.4%)
$500 to $799337 (23.5%)57 (9.1%)
$800 to $999219 (15.3%)114 (18.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499239 (16.7%)52 (8.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999160 (11.2%)54 (8.6%)
$2,000 to $2,49916 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99919 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,435 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Bluefield

Housing Structures in Bluefield

Housing Structures in Bluefield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,55375.4%
Single Unit, Attached170.8%
2 Unit Apartments221.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments492.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments23911.6%
10 or more Apartments1055.1%
Mobile Home / Other743.6%
Total2,059100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bluefield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bluefield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,372 (88.3%)181 (11.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)239 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)105 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other58 (78.4%)16 (21.6%)
Total1,435 (69.7%)624 (30.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bluefield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bluefield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room14 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)59 (9.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms258 (18.0%)402 (64.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms613 (42.7%)76 (12.2%)
8 or more Rooms550 (38.3%)87 (13.9%)
Total1,435 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bluefield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bluefield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas481 (33.5%)153 (24.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)39 (6.2%)
Electricity903 (62.9%)432 (69.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene17 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels34 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,435 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Bluefield

Household Vehicle Usage in Bluefield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)313 (50.2%)
1 Vehicle392 (27.3%)224 (35.9%)
2 Vehicles737 (51.4%)64 (10.3%)
3 or more Vehicles306 (21.3%)23 (3.7%)
Total1,435 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Bluefield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bluefield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units695740
Median Property Value$127,400$139,900
Median Household Income$57,770$124
Monthly Housing Costs$430$0
Real Estate Taxes$774$27

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bluefield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bluefield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00079 (11.4%)42 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $99,999247 (35.5%)140 (18.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999304 (43.7%)481 (65.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99965 (9.3%)58 (7.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)19 (2.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total695 (100.0%)740 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bluefield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bluefield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999107 (15.4%)9 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99989 (12.8%)11 (1.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999101 (14.5%)6 (0.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999162 (23.3%)125 (16.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (7.5%)166 (22.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999126 (18.1%)87 (11.8%)
$150,000 or more45 (6.5%)212 (28.6%)
Total695 (100.0%)740 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bluefield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bluefield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x377 (54.2%)93,980 (12,700.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x87 (12.5%)469 (63.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x85 (12.2%)202 (27.3%)
4.0x or more146 (21.0%)16 (2.2%)
Total695 (100.0%)740 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bluefield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bluefield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800340 (48.9%)9 (1.2%)
$800 to $1,499214 (30.8%)186 (25.1%)
$800 to $1,499103 (14.8%)365 (49.3%)
Total695 (100.0%)740 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Bluefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bluefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bluefield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years459 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years772 (99.4%)5 (0.6%)
19 to 25 Years675 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years395 (86.8%)60 (13.2%)
35 to 44 Years291 (83.1%)59 (16.9%)
45 to 54 Years539 (85.3%)93 (14.7%)
55 to 64 Years495 (93.6%)34 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years398 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older705 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,729 (95.0%)251 (5.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bluefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bluefield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born459 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen772 (99.4%)5 (0.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen675 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bluefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bluefield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000805 (91.6%)74 (8.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999921 (92.3%)77 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999678 (93.0%)51 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999488 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,607 (97.3%)45 (2.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bluefield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bluefield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6292 (63.6%)167 (36.4%)
6 to 18 Years387 (49.8%)398 (51.2%)
19 to 25 Years319 (47.3%)358 (53.0%)
25 to 34 Years117 (25.7%)306 (67.2%)
35 to 44 Years18 (5.1%)273 (78.0%)
45 to 54 Years100 (15.8%)439 (69.5%)
55 to 64 Years98 (18.5%)429 (81.1%)
65 to 74 Years382 (96.0%)206 (51.8%)
75 Years and over685 (97.2%)349 (49.5%)
Total2,398 (48.1%)2,925 (58.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bluefield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bluefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years40 (11.0%)50 (14.7%)
18 to 34 Years18 (3.6%)52 (7.0%)
35 to 64 Years107 (13.9%)118 (15.9%)
65 to 74 Years42 (21.9%)52 (25.2%)
75 Years and over134 (40.6%)164 (43.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bluefield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Bluefield: <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 Years3 (0.6%)9 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years19 (2.5%)13 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years27 (14.1%)9 (4.4%)
75 Years and over83 (25.2%)16 (4.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Bluefield: <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%)4 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years36 (4.7%)6 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years42 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over87 (26.4%)12 (3.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Bluefield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years40 (11.0%)50 (14.7%)
18 to 34 Years15 (3.0%)5 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years36 (4.7%)28 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.1%)9 (4.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Bluefield: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)31 (9.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)42 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years77 (10.0%)66 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years31 (16.2%)52 (25.2%)
75 Years and over51 (15.4%)145 (38.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Bluefield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (2.1%)9 (4.4%)
75 Years and over19 (5.8%)9 (2.4%)

Technology Access in Bluefield

Computing Device Access in Bluefield

Computing Device Access in Bluefield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,32964.5%
Smartphone1,66080.6%
Tablet1,11654.2%
No Computing Device1557.5%
Total2,059100.0%

Internet Access in Bluefield

Internet Access in Bluefield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,62178.7%
Cellular Data Only1668.1%
Satellite Internet22711.0%
No Internet21310.3%
Total2,059100.0%

Bluefield Summary

Bluefield, Virginia is a small town located in the Appalachian Mountains of Tazewell County, Virginia. It is situated in the heart of the Appalachian coal fields and is the county seat of Tazewell County. The town was founded in 1883 and has a population of approximately 5,000 people.

History

Bluefield was founded in 1883 by the Norfolk and Western Railroad. The town was named after the blue-colored coal that was mined in the area. The town quickly grew and became a major hub for the coal industry. The town was also home to a number of other industries, including lumber, textiles, and furniture.
In the early 1900s, Bluefield was a major center for the coal industry. The town was home to several coal mines, including the Bluefield Coal and Coke Company, the Bluefield Coal and Iron Company, and the Bluefield Coal and Coke Company. The town was also home to several other businesses, including a hotel, a bank, a post office, and a number of stores.
In the late 1950s, the coal industry began to decline in the area and the town began to suffer economically. The town was hit hard by the Great Depression and many of the businesses in the area closed. In the 1970s, the town began to experience a resurgence as the coal industry began to rebound. The town was also home to a number of new businesses, including a shopping center, a movie theater, and a number of restaurants.

Geography

Bluefield is located in the Appalachian Mountains of Tazewell County, Virginia. The town is situated in the heart of the Appalachian coal fields and is surrounded by mountains and valleys. The town is located at an elevation of 1,400 feet and is approximately 30 miles from the nearest major city, Roanoke.
The town is located in a temperate climate and experiences four distinct seasons. The summers are hot and humid, while the winters are cold and snowy. The town receives an average of 40 inches of precipitation per year.

Economy

Bluefield’s economy is largely based on the coal industry. The town is home to several coal mines, including the Bluefield Coal and Coke Company, the Bluefield Coal and Iron Company, and the Bluefield Coal and Coke Company. The town is also home to a number of other businesses, including a shopping center, a movie theater, and a number of restaurants.
The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a textile mill, and a lumber mill. The town is also home to a number of government offices, including the Tazewell County Courthouse and the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Bluefield was 5,039. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 90% of the population being white. The town is also home to a small African American population, with approximately 5% of the population being African American. The town is also home to a small Hispanic population, with approximately 2% of the population being Hispanic.
The median household income in Bluefield is $30,938, which is lower than the national average. The town has a poverty rate of 22.3%, which is higher than the national average. The town also has a high unemployment rate, with approximately 8.5% of the population being unemployed.

Conclusion

Bluefield, Virginia is a small town located in the Appalachian Mountains of Tazewell County, Virginia. The town was founded in 1883 and has a population of approximately 5,000 people. The town’s economy is largely based on the coal industry, and the town is also home to a number of other businesses, including a shopping center, a movie theater, and a number of restaurants. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 90% of the population being white. The town has a median household income of $30,938 and a poverty rate of 22.3%. Bluefield is a small town with a rich history and a bright future.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Bluefield?
Total Population of Bluefield is 5,059.
What is the Total Male Population of Bluefield?
Total Male Population of Bluefield is 2,337.
What is the Total Female Population of Bluefield?
Total Female Population of Bluefield is 2,722.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bluefield?
There are 85.86 Males per 100 Females in Bluefield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bluefield?
There are 116.47 Females per 100 Males in Bluefield.
What is the Median Population Age in Bluefield?
Median Population Age in Bluefield is 38.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bluefield
Average Family Size in Bluefield is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bluefield
Average Household Size in Bluefield is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bluefield?
Per Capita income in Bluefield is $34,090.
What is the Median Family Income in Bluefield?
Median Family Income in Bluefield is $52,299.
What is the Median Household income in Bluefield?
Median Household Income in Bluefield is $53,162.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bluefield?
Income or Wage Gap in Bluefield is 34.9%.
Women in Bluefield earn 65.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bluefield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bluefield is 0.54.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bluefield?
There are 2,010 People in the Labor Forcein in Bluefield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bluefield?
50.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Bluefield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bluefield?
Unemployment Rate in Bluefield is 2.8%.