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Independence Overview

1,176
TOTAL POPULATION
561
MALE POPULATION
615
FEMALE POPULATION
91.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
55.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,591
PER CAPITA INCOME
$40,682
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,286
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
93.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.60
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
400
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
41.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Independence Area Codes

Race in Independence

The most populous races in Independence are White / Caucasian (1,026 | 87.2%), Black / African American (119 | 10.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (86 | 7.3%).
Race in Independence
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American11910.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino867.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,02687.2%
Two or more Races312.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,176100.0%

Ancestry in Independence

The most populous ancestries reported in Independence are American (537 | 45.7%), English (109 | 9.3%), Mexican (74 | 6.3%), Irish (43 | 3.7%), and Scottish (26 | 2.2%), together accounting for 67.1% of all Independence residents.
Ancestry in Independence
Ancestry# Population% Population
American53745.7%
Belizean70.6%
Cherokee20.2%
Croatian80.7%
Dutch30.3%
English1099.3%
European151.3%
French70.6%
German201.7%
Irish433.7%
Italian10.1%
Mexican746.3%
Norwegian30.3%
Puerto Rican80.7%
Scotch-Irish100.9%
Scottish262.2%
Spaniard40.3%
Swedish30.3%
Welsh50.4%
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Immigrants in Independence

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Independence came from Central America (54 | 4.6%), Latin America (54 | 4.6%), Mexico (47 | 4.0%), and Belize (7 | 0.6%), together accounting for 13.8% of all Independence residents.
Immigrants in Independence
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Belize70.6%
Central America544.6%
Latin America544.6%
Mexico474.0%
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Sex and Age in Independence

Sex and Age in Independence

The most populous age groups in Independence are 30 to 34 Years (53 | 9.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (85 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (5.9%)27 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Years29 (5.2%)33 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years19 (3.4%)49 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Years21 (3.7%)18 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Years35 (6.2%)39 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years13 (2.3%)13 (2.1%)
30 to 34 Years53 (9.5%)27 (4.4%)
35 to 39 Years30 (5.3%)14 (2.3%)
40 to 44 Years10 (1.8%)10 (1.6%)
45 to 49 Years24 (4.3%)31 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years42 (7.5%)13 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years48 (8.6%)33 (5.4%)
60 to 64 Years42 (7.5%)85 (13.8%)
65 to 69 Years49 (8.7%)63 (10.2%)
70 to 74 Years39 (7.0%)49 (8.0%)
75 to 79 Years51 (9.1%)40 (6.5%)
80 to 84 Years10 (1.8%)17 (2.8%)
85 Years and over13 (2.3%)54 (8.8%)
Total561 (100.0%)615 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Independence

Median Family Size in Independence

The median family size in Independence is 2.82 persons per family, with single male/father families (12 | 4.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.5 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (57 | 20.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.58 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Independence
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple209 (75.2%)2.79
Single Male/Father12 (4.3%)4.50
Single Female/Mother57 (20.5%)2.58
Total Families278 (100.0%)2.82

Median Household Size in Independence

The median household size in Independence is 2.28 persons per household, with single male/father households (12 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.5 persons per household. non-family households (176 | 38.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Independence
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple209 (46.0%)2.85
Single Male/Father12 (2.6%)4.50
Single Female/Mother57 (12.6%)3.12
Non-family176 (38.8%)1.16
Total Households454 (100.0%)2.28

Household Size by Marriage Status in Independence

Out of a total of 454 households in Independence, 278 (61.2%) are family households, while 176 (38.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 152, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 160.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Independence
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-160 (35.2%)
2-Person Households152 (33.5%)13 (2.9%)
3-Person Households37 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households54 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households28 (6.2%)3 (0.7%)
6-Person Households4 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total278 (61.2%)176 (38.8%)

Female Fertility in Independence

Fertility by Age in Independence

Average fertility rate in Independence is 97.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 190.0 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 Independence
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years15 (100.0%)190.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total15 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Independence

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Independence
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Independence

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Independence
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 Degree15 (100.0%)254.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total15 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Independence

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Independence
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Independence

Income Overview in Independence

Per Capita Income in Independence is $29,591, while median incomes of families and households are $40,682 and $34,286 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,176$29,591
Median Family Income278$40,682
Mean Family Income278$81,864
Median Household Income454$34,286
Mean Household Income454$70,389
Income Deficit278$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,1766.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,17693.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,1760.60

Earnings by Sex in Independence

Average Earnings in Independence are $33,775, $35,500 for men and $33,125 for women, a difference of 6.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Independence
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male238 (58.2%)$35,500
Female171 (41.8%)$33,125
Total409 (100.0%)$33,775

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Independence

The most common earnings brackets in Independence are $2,499 or less for men (36 | 15.1%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (38 | 22.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Independence
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less36 (15.1%)7 (4.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)14 (8.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4991 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9993 (1.3%)10 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4997 (2.9%)6 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (4.6%)5 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49910 (4.2%)3 (1.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9991 (0.4%)12 (7.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99924 (10.1%)18 (10.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99922 (9.2%)36 (21.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99915 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99926 (10.9%)38 (22.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99921 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (0.8%)9 (5.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99919 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (2.1%)10 (5.9%)
$100,000+32 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total238 (100.0%)171 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Independence

Average earnings in Independence are $36,500 for men and $33,519 for women, a difference of 8.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $40,909, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $40,909. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $34,313, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,583.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Independence
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$40,909$29,583
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,500$33,519

Family Income in Independence

Family Income Brackets in Independence

According to the Independence family income data, there are 74 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.6% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Independence
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000155.4%
$10,000 to $14,999103.6%
$15,000 to $24,999259.0%
$25,000 to $34,9997426.6%
$35,000 to $49,999269.4%
$50,000 to $74,9993914.0%
$75,000 to $99,9993512.6%
$100,000 to $149,9994415.8%
$150,000 to $199,99941.4%
$200,000+62.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Independence

5-person families (28 | 10.1%) account for the highest median family income in Independence with $40,227 per family, while 5-person families (28 | 10.1%) have the highest median income of $8,045 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Independence
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families156 (56.1%)$0
3-Person Families51 (18.3%)$0
4-Person Families36 (13.0%)$0
5-Person Families28 (10.1%)$40,227
6-Person Families4 (1.4%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (1.1%)$0
Total278 (100.0%)$40,682

Family Income by Number of Earners in Independence

Family Income by Number of Earners in Independence
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners94 (33.8%)$25,313
1 Earner81 (29.1%)$36,250
2 Earners100 (36.0%)$89,286
3+ Earners3 (1.1%)$0
Total278 (100.0%)$40,682

Household Income in Independence

Household Income Brackets in Independence

With 88 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Independence, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Independence
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000327.0%
$10,000 to $14,999439.5%
$15,000 to $24,9996614.5%
$25,000 to $34,9998819.4%
$35,000 to $49,9996714.8%
$50,000 to $74,9995812.8%
$75,000 to $99,999306.6%
$100,000 to $149,9995712.6%
$150,000 to $199,99940.9%
$200,000+92.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Independence

The median household income in Independence is $34,286, with the highest median household income of $40,446 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 87 households (19.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 143 households (31.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Independence
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years38 (8.4%)$29,659
25 to 44 Years87 (19.2%)$40,446
45 to 64 Years143 (31.5%)$0
65+ Years186 (41.0%)$31,250
Total454 (100.0%)$34,286

Poverty in Independence

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence

With 15.4% poverty level for males and 21.5% for females among the residents of Independence, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6 males (75.0%) and 5 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)18 (42.9%)
15 Years2 (16.7%)9 (81.8%)
16 and 17 Years6 (75.0%)5 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years2 (5.6%)5 (12.2%)
25 to 34 Years24 (36.4%)9 (22.5%)
35 to 44 Years10 (25.0%)1 (4.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)3 (6.8%)
55 to 64 Years6 (7.3%)40 (36.4%)
65 to 74 Years9 (12.0%)10 (15.4%)
75 Years and over13 (26.5%)13 (17.1%)
Total78 (15.4%)113 (21.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence

According to the poverty statistics in Independence, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years27 (81.8%)27 (100.0%)
5 Years15 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years17 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years8 (100.0%)24 (57.1%)
15 Years10 (83.3%)2 (18.2%)
16 and 17 Years2 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years34 (94.4%)36 (87.8%)
25 to 34 Years42 (63.6%)31 (77.5%)
35 to 44 Years30 (75.0%)23 (95.8%)
45 to 54 Years66 (100.0%)41 (93.2%)
55 to 64 Years76 (92.7%)70 (63.6%)
65 to 74 Years66 (88.0%)55 (84.6%)
75 Years and over36 (73.5%)63 (82.9%)
Total429 (84.6%)412 (78.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Independence

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Independence show that 6.2% or 13 of the total 209 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 28.1%, comprising of 9 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 Independence
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children121 (96.8%)4 (3.2%)
1 or 2 Children49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children23 (71.9%)9 (28.1%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total196 (93.8%)13 (6.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Independence

According to the poverty data in Independence, 58.3% or 7 single-father households and 17.5% or 10 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (21.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Independence
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (19.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)3 (21.4%)
3 or 4 Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (58.3%)10 (17.5%)

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

The poverty data for Independence shows that 13 of the married-couple family households (6.2%) and 17 of the single-parent households (24.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (28.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (50.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Independence
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children4 (3.2%)7 (17.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)3 (21.4%)
3 or 4 Children9 (28.1%)7 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (6.2%)17 (24.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Independence

Employment by Class of Employer in Independence

Among the 362 employed individuals in Independence, private company employees (204 | 56.4%), local government employees (61 | 16.9%), and state government employees (52 | 14.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Independence
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees20456.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)267.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations195.2%
Local Government Employees6116.9%
State Government Employees5214.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total362100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Independence

According to the labor force statistics for Independence, out of the total population over 16 years of age (963), 41.5% or 400 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.8% or 31 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 86.3% or 69 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.8% or 24 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Independence
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years46 (62.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years16 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years69 (86.3%)24 (34.8%)
35 to 44 Years52 (81.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years79 (71.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years45 (55.6%)7 (15.6%)
60 to 64 Years50 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (41.5%)31 (7.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Independence

According to labor force statistics for Independence, 63.7% of individuals (311) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (488) are in the labor force, with 10.0% or 31 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 96.6% or 84 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 32.0% or 31 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Independence
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School39 (54.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma97 (53.6%)58 (32.0%)
College / Associate Degree91 (61.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher84 (96.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total311 (63.7%)49 (10.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Independence

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence are Computers, Engineering & Science (47 | 12.7%), Community & Social Service (44 | 11.9%), Architecture & Engineering (43 | 11.7%), Education Instruction & Library (32 | 8.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (22 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Independence

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (91.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Business & Financial13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science43 (91.5%)4 (8.5%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 10 (22.7%)34 (77.3%)
Education, Arts & Media8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (45.5%)12 (54.5%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Category)78 (53.4%)68 (46.6%)
Total (Overall)203 (55.0%)166 (45.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Independence are Security & Protection (39 | 10.6%), Law Enforcement (37 | 10.0%), Healthcare Support (28 | 7.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (9 | 2.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (4 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Independence

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Independence, 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 Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Security & Protection39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)43 (53.7%)37 (46.3%)
Total (Overall)203 (55.0%)166 (45.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Independence are Sales & Related (31 | 8.4%), and Office & Administration (26 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Independence

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related12 (38.7%)19 (61.3%)
Office & Administration3 (11.5%)23 (88.5%)
Total (Category)15 (26.3%)42 (73.7%)
Total (Overall)203 (55.0%)166 (45.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Independence are Construction & Extraction (20 | 5.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Independence

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)203 (55.0%)166 (45.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Independence are Production (36 | 9.8%), Transportation (16 | 4.3%), and Material Moving (13 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Independence

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Independence
OccupationMaleFemale
Production17 (47.2%)19 (52.8%)
Transportation16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)
Total (Overall)203 (55.0%)166 (45.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Independence

Employment Industries in Independence

The major employment industries in Independence include Public Administration (67 | 18.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (66 | 17.9%), Manufacturing (46 | 12.5%), Professional & Scientific (40 | 10.8%), and Educational Services (35 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries in Independence

Employment Industries by Sex in Independence

The Independence industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (91.4%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (80.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing27 (58.7%)19 (41.3%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade7 (24.1%)22 (75.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Educational Services3 (8.6%)32 (91.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance13 (19.7%)53 (80.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Public Administration41 (61.2%)26 (38.8%)
Total203 (55.0%)166 (45.0%)

Education in Independence

School Enrollment in Independence

The most common levels of schooling among the 204 students in Independence are middle school (65 | 31.9%), high school (39 | 19.1%), and college / undergraduate (28 | 13.7%).
School Enrollment in Independence
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool167.8%
Kindergarten2512.2%
Elementary School2210.8%
Middle School6531.9%
High School3919.1%
College / Undergraduate2813.7%
Graduate / Professional94.4%
Total204100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Independence

Out of a total of 204 students who are enrolled in schools in Independence, 12 (5.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 192 (94.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 10 (62.5% 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 4 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Independence
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds34 (94.4%)2 (5.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Total192 (94.1%)12 (5.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Independence

Education (63 | 37.3%), engineering (42 | 24.8%), literature & languages (19 | 11.2%), psychology (10 | 5.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (9 | 5.3%) are the most common fields of study among 169 individuals in Independence who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Independence
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural95.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology105.9%
Social Sciences74.1%
Engineering4224.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies31.8%
Science & Technology84.7%
Business00.0%
Education6337.3%
Literature & Languages1911.2%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities84.7%
Total169100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Independence

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Independence

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Independence are males with 2 vehicles (62, accounting for 31.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (45, making up 38.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Independence
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle25 (12.5%)38 (23.5%)
2 Vehicles62 (31.0%)45 (27.8%)
3 Vehicles58 (29.0%)27 (16.7%)
4 Vehicles55 (27.5%)52 (32.1%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (100.0%)162 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Independence

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Independence are 30 to 34 minutes (70 commuters, 20.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (56 commuters, 16.4%), and less than 5 minutes (51 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in Independence
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5114.9%
5 to 9 Minutes4312.6%
10 to 14 Minutes5616.4%
15 to 19 Minutes298.5%
20 to 24 Minutes257.3%
25 to 29 Minutes164.7%
30 to 34 Minutes7020.5%
35 to 39 Minutes102.9%
40 to 44 Minutes61.8%
45 to 59 Minutes205.9%
60 to 89 Minutes123.5%
90 or more Minutes41.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Independence

The most common commute times in Independence are 30 to 34 minutes (61 commuters, 30.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (28 commuters, 19.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Independence
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes28 (14.0%)23 (16.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes22 (11.0%)21 (14.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes37 (18.5%)19 (13.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes1 (0.5%)28 (19.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes7 (3.5%)18 (12.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)16 (11.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes61 (30.5%)9 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes10 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes6 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes16 (8.0%)4 (2.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (4.0%)4 (2.8%)
90 or more Minutes4 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Independence

The most frequent times of departure to work in Independence are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (49, 24.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (35, 24.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Independence
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM16 (8.0%)3 (2.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM26 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM8 (4.0%)17 (12.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM10 (5.0%)28 (19.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM17 (8.5%)14 (9.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM49 (24.5%)35 (24.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM36 (18.0%)18 (12.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (4.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM5 (2.5%)8 (5.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7 (3.5%)13 (9.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Independence

Occupancy by Ownership in Independence

Of the total 454 dwellings in Independence, owner-occupied units account for 274 (60.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 180 (39.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Independence
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units27460.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18039.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units454100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Independence

Occupancy by Household Size in Independence
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household16035.2%
2-Person Household16536.3%
3-Person Household378.2%
4+ Person Household9220.3%
Total Housing Units454100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household64 (40.0%)96 (60.0%)
2-Person Household126 (76.4%)39 (23.6%)
3-Person Household30 (81.1%)7 (18.9%)
4+ Person Household54 (58.7%)38 (41.3%)
Total Housing Units274 (60.4%)180 (39.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School34 (82.9%)7 (17.1%)
High School Diploma74 (41.8%)103 (58.2%)
College/Associate Degree122 (71.8%)48 (28.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher44 (66.7%)22 (33.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8819.4%
35 to 44 Years378.2%
45 to 54 Years5111.2%
55 to 64 Years9220.3%
65 to 74 Years9320.5%
75 to 84 Years7316.1%
85 Years and Over204.4%
Total454100.0%

Housing Finances in Independence

Median Income by Occupancy in Independence

Median Income by Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied274 (60.4%)$42,125
Renter-Occupied180 (39.7%)$25,938
Average454 (100.0%)$34,286

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (2.2%)7 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (2.9%)11 (6.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (9.5%)17 (9.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9992 (0.7%)40 (22.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (4.4%)12 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99950 (18.2%)38 (21.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99939 (14.2%)28 (15.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99941 (15.0%)17 (9.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (17.2%)10 (5.6%)
$150,000 or more13 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total274 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30065 (23.7%)23 (12.8%)
$300 to $49945 (16.4%)43 (23.9%)
$500 to $79974 (27.0%)72 (40.0%)
$800 to $99914 (5.1%)18 (10.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49963 (23.0%)12 (6.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99913 (4.7%)5 (2.8%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)4 (2.2%)
Total274 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Independence

Housing Structures in Independence

Housing Structures in Independence
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached33273.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments102.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments224.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments408.8%
10 or more Apartments61.3%
Mobile Home / Other449.7%
Total454100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached243 (73.2%)89 (26.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other31 (70.5%)13 (29.5%)
Total274 (60.4%)180 (39.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)5 (2.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (1.8%)24 (13.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms73 (26.6%)89 (49.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms120 (43.8%)55 (30.6%)
8 or more Rooms76 (27.7%)7 (3.9%)
Total274 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas26 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity116 (42.3%)143 (79.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene102 (37.2%)32 (17.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels30 (11.0%)5 (2.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total274 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Independence

Household Vehicle Usage in Independence
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3 (1.1%)10 (5.6%)
1 Vehicle69 (25.2%)106 (58.9%)
2 Vehicles87 (31.8%)50 (27.8%)
3 or more Vehicles115 (42.0%)14 (7.8%)
Total274 (100.0%)180 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Independence

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Independence

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units130144
Median Property Value$114,700$126,100
Median Household Income$39,167$0
Monthly Housing Costs$307$0
Real Estate Taxes$676$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Independence

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (3.8%)21 (14.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99930 (23.1%)10 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99990 (69.2%)113 (78.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9992 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more3 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total130 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (5.4%)3 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,99924 (18.5%)7 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99922 (16.9%)16 (11.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99922 (16.9%)28 (19.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9995 (3.8%)17 (11.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (21.5%)36 (25.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9999 (6.9%)2 (1.4%)
$150,000 or more13 (10.0%)38 (26.4%)
Total130 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x58 (44.6%)61,250 (42,534.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x11 (8.5%)57 (39.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x27 (20.8%)39 (27.1%)
4.0x or more34 (26.2%)7 (4.9%)
Total130 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80086 (66.1%)3 (2.1%)
$800 to $1,49930 (23.1%)110 (76.4%)
$800 to $1,49914 (10.8%)17 (11.8%)
Total130 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years129 (88.4%)17 (11.6%)
19 to 25 Years53 (65.4%)28 (34.6%)
26 to 34 Years72 (72.7%)27 (27.3%)
35 to 44 Years55 (85.9%)9 (14.1%)
45 to 54 Years51 (46.4%)59 (53.6%)
55 to 64 Years156 (81.2%)36 (18.8%)
65 to 74 Years138 (98.6%)2 (1.4%)
75 Years and older125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total862 (82.9%)178 (17.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen129 (88.4%)17 (11.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen53 (65.4%)28 (34.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000229 (96.6%)8 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999316 (88.3%)42 (11.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99997 (79.5%)25 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (27.5%)74 (72.6%)
$100,000 and over187 (87.4%)27 (12.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 649 (59.0%)34 (41.0%)
6 to 18 Years94 (64.4%)49 (33.6%)
19 to 25 Years8 (9.9%)45 (55.6%)
25 to 34 Years44 (44.4%)31 (31.3%)
35 to 44 Years32 (50.0%)33 (51.6%)
45 to 54 Years29 (26.4%)22 (20.0%)
55 to 64 Years87 (45.3%)90 (46.9%)
65 to 74 Years138 (98.6%)67 (47.9%)
75 Years and over122 (97.6%)45 (36.0%)
Total603 (58.0%)416 (40.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years11 (16.2%)16 (16.3%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.9%)20 (24.7%)
35 to 64 Years64 (34.0%)33 (18.5%)
65 to 74 Years17 (22.7%)21 (32.3%)
75 Years and over14 (28.6%)34 (44.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Independence

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <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 Years15 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (18.7%)12 (18.5%)
75 Years and over12 (24.5%)10 (13.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <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 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years8 (4.3%)2 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years1 (1.3%)10 (15.4%)
75 Years and over2 (4.1%)10 (13.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (16.2%)16 (16.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)9 (11.1%)
35 to 64 Years24 (12.8%)7 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years2 (2.7%)16 (24.6%)
75 Years and over2 (4.1%)15 (19.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.9%)4 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years28 (14.9%)29 (16.3%)
65 to 74 Years5 (6.7%)19 (29.2%)
75 Years and over7 (14.3%)10 (13.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Independence: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.5%)4 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (4.0%)19 (29.2%)
75 Years and over2 (4.1%)3 (4.0%)

Technology Access in Independence

Computing Device Access in Independence

Computing Device Access in Independence
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop27961.5%
Smartphone32671.8%
Tablet18039.7%
No Computing Device8117.8%
Total454100.0%

Internet Access in Independence

Internet Access in Independence
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home23652.0%
Cellular Data Only7215.9%
Satellite Internet367.9%
No Internet11625.6%
Total454100.0%

Independence Summary

Independence is a town located in Grayson County, Virginia, United States. The population was 1,845 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Grayson County.

History

Independence was founded in 1776 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Fries. The town was named after the Declaration of Independence, which was signed in 1776. The town was incorporated in 1831.
In the 19th century, Independence was a major stop on the Great Road, a major route for settlers heading west. The town was also a major stop on the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad, which connected the town to the rest of the state.
In the 20th century, Independence became a major center for the production of furniture and textiles. The town was also home to several large tobacco warehouses.

Geography

Independence is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwestern Virginia. The town is situated at the confluence of the New River and the Holston River. The town is located at an elevation of 1,845 feet (562 m).
The town is located in the Appalachian Mountains, and is surrounded by the Jefferson National Forest. The town is located near the border of North Carolina and Tennessee.

Economy

The economy of Independence is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several large furniture and textile factories. The town is also home to several tobacco warehouses.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Independence was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,813. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 15.2% of families and 18.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Independence is a small town located in Grayson County, Virginia. The town was founded in 1776 and has a rich history. The town is home to several large furniture and textile factories, as well as several tobacco warehouses. The town has a population of 1,845, and the median income for a household is $30,938. Independence is a great place to live and work, and is a great place to visit.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Independence?
Total Population of Independence is 1,176.
What is the Total Male Population of Independence?
Total Male Population of Independence is 561.
What is the Total Female Population of Independence?
Total Female Population of Independence is 615.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Independence?
There are 91.22 Males per 100 Females in Independence.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Independence?
There are 109.63 Females per 100 Males in Independence.
What is the Median Population Age in Independence?
Median Population Age in Independence is 55.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Independence
Average Family Size in Independence is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Independence
Average Household Size in Independence is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Independence?
Per Capita income in Independence is $29,591.
What is the Median Family Income in Independence?
Median Family Income in Independence is $40,682.
What is the Median Household income in Independence?
Median Household Income in Independence is $34,286.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Independence?
Income or Wage Gap in Independence is 6.7%.
Women in Independence earn 93.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Independence?
Inequality or Gini Index in Independence is 0.60.
How Large is the Labor Force in Independence?
There are 400 People in the Labor Forcein in Independence.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Independence?
41.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Independence.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Independence?
Unemployment Rate in Independence is 7.8%.