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Melfa Overview

436
TOTAL POPULATION
183
MALE POPULATION
253
FEMALE POPULATION
72.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
138.25
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,561
PER CAPITA INCOME
$39,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$28,667
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
194
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Melfa Zip Codes

Melfa Area Codes

Race in Melfa

The most populous races in Melfa are White / Caucasian (281 | 64.4%), Black / African American (109 | 25.0%), and Two or more Races (23 | 5.3%).
Race in Melfa
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American10925.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino112.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian28164.4%
Two or more Races235.3%
Some other Race235.3%
Total436100.0%

Ancestry in Melfa

The most populous ancestries reported in Melfa are American (206 | 47.2%), German (52 | 11.9%), English (48 | 11.0%), Irish (23 | 5.3%), and Haitian (18 | 4.1%), together accounting for 79.6% of all Melfa residents.
Ancestry in Melfa
Ancestry# Population% Population
American20647.2%
Austrian143.2%
Central American61.4%
Cherokee10.2%
Eastern European30.7%
English4811.0%
French10.2%
German5211.9%
Guatemalan61.4%
Haitian184.1%
Irish235.3%
Italian51.1%
Mexican51.1%
Polish51.1%
Romanian20.5%
Scottish20.5%
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Immigrants in Melfa

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Melfa came from Latin America (26 | 6.0%), Caribbean (20 | 4.6%), Haiti (20 | 4.6%), Central America (6 | 1.4%), and Guatemala (6 | 1.4%), together accounting for 17.9% of all Melfa residents.
Immigrants in Melfa
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Caribbean204.6%
Central America61.4%
Europe20.5%
Germany20.5%
Guatemala61.4%
Haiti204.6%
Latin America266.0%
Western Europe20.5%
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Sex and Age in Melfa

Sex and Age in Melfa

The most populous age groups in Melfa are 15 to 19 Years (55 | 30.0%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (57 | 22.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Melfa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (9.3%)15 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years1 (0.5%)22 (8.7%)
10 to 14 Years15 (8.2%)11 (4.3%)
15 to 19 Years55 (30.0%)3 (1.2%)
20 to 24 Years4 (2.2%)2 (0.8%)
25 to 29 Years16 (8.7%)13 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.8%)
35 to 39 Years7 (3.8%)4 (1.6%)
40 to 44 Years6 (3.3%)9 (3.6%)
45 to 49 Years17 (9.3%)57 (22.5%)
50 to 54 Years15 (8.2%)11 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years1 (0.5%)9 (3.6%)
60 to 64 Years12 (6.6%)18 (7.1%)
65 to 69 Years1 (0.5%)18 (7.1%)
70 to 74 Years8 (4.4%)18 (7.1%)
75 to 79 Years3 (1.6%)2 (0.8%)
80 to 84 Years5 (2.7%)29 (11.5%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (2.0%)
Total183 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Melfa

Median Family Size in Melfa

The median family size in Melfa is 2.76 persons per family, with married-couple families (45 | 38.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (6 | 5.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.50 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Melfa
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple45 (38.1%)3.16
Single Male/Father6 (5.1%)1.50
Single Female/Mother67 (56.8%)2.61
Total Families118 (100.0%)2.76

Median Household Size in Melfa

The median household size in Melfa is 1.96 persons per household, with married-couple households (45 | 20.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (104 | 46.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Melfa
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple45 (20.3%)3.16
Single Male/Father6 (2.7%)1.50
Single Female/Mother67 (30.2%)2.61
Non-family104 (46.9%)1.06
Total Households222 (100.0%)1.96

Household Size by Marriage Status in Melfa

Out of a total of 222 households in Melfa, 118 (53.1%) are family households, while 104 (46.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 71, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 98.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Melfa
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-98 (44.1%)
2-Person Households71 (32.0%)6 (2.7%)
3-Person Households17 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households23 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households7 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total118 (53.1%)104 (46.9%)

Female Fertility in Melfa

Fertility by Age in Melfa

Average fertility rate in Melfa is 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 25.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Melfa
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years2 (100.0%)25.0
Total2 (100.0%)19.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Melfa

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Melfa
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Melfa

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Melfa
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 Degree2 (100.0%)59.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total2 (100.0%)19.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Melfa

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Melfa
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Melfa

Income Overview in Melfa

Per Capita Income in Melfa is $21,561, while median incomes of families and households are $39,000 and $28,667 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income436$21,561
Median Family Income118$39,000
Mean Family Income118$56,257
Median Household Income222$28,667
Mean Household Income222$42,492
Income Deficit118$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)43626.54%
Wage / Income Gap ($)43673.46¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4360.45

Earnings by Sex in Melfa

Average Earnings in Melfa are $28,125, $33,438 for men and $24,565 for women, a difference of 26.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Melfa
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male73 (36.3%)$33,438
Female128 (63.7%)$24,565
Total201 (100.0%)$28,125

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melfa

The most common earnings brackets in Melfa are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (17 | 23.3%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (23 | 18.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Melfa
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3 (4.1%)2 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9993 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)15 (11.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)3 (2.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)7 (5.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)11 (8.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)7 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)23 (18.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99917 (23.3%)11 (8.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99910 (13.7%)9 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9999 (12.3%)6 (4.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)9 (7.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)12 (9.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9994 (5.5%)2 (1.6%)
$55,000 to $64,9995 (6.9%)7 (5.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9991 (1.4%)3 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (11.0%)1 (0.8%)
$100,000+7 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total73 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melfa

Average earnings in Melfa are $34,688 for men and $24,457 for women, a difference of 29.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $51,875, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $30,417. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,188, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $19,464.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Melfa
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$30,417$23,370
College or Associate's Degree$51,875$19,464
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$34,688$24,457

Family Income in Melfa

Family Income Brackets in Melfa

According to the Melfa family income data, there are 33 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Melfa
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00021.7%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993328.0%
$25,000 to $34,9992117.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991613.6%
$50,000 to $74,9991512.7%
$75,000 to $99,999108.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991311.0%
$150,000 to $199,99986.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melfa

3-person families (17 | 14.4%) account for the highest median family income in Melfa with $46,563 per family, while 3-person families (17 | 14.4%) have the highest median income of $15,521 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Melfa
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families71 (60.2%)$0
3-Person Families17 (14.4%)$46,563
4-Person Families23 (19.5%)$38,750
5-Person Families7 (5.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total118 (100.0%)$39,000

Family Income by Number of Earners in Melfa

Family Income by Number of Earners in Melfa
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners11 (9.3%)$0
1 Earner67 (56.8%)$27,188
2 Earners40 (33.9%)$79,500
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total118 (100.0%)$39,000

Household Income in Melfa

Household Income Brackets in Melfa

With 52 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Melfa, accounting for 23.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Melfa
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000125.4%
$10,000 to $14,9993013.5%
$15,000 to $24,9994520.3%
$25,000 to $34,9995223.4%
$35,000 to $49,999229.9%
$50,000 to $74,9992511.3%
$75,000 to $99,999156.8%
$100,000 to $149,999135.9%
$150,000 to $199,99983.6%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Melfa

The median household income in Melfa is $28,667, with the highest median household income of $51,563 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 39 households (17.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 6 households (2.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Melfa
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (2.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years39 (17.6%)$51,563
45 to 64 Years106 (47.7%)$27,188
65+ Years71 (32.0%)$0
Total222 (100.0%)$28,667

Poverty in Melfa

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melfa

With 16.9% poverty level for males and 32.8% for females among the residents of Melfa, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (82.4%) and 13 females (86.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Melfa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (82.4%)13 (86.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)5 (20.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)3 (33.3%)
15 Years3 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years2 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (38.5%)9 (69.2%)
45 to 54 Years6 (18.8%)5 (7.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)12 (44.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (36.1%)
75 Years and over1 (12.5%)23 (63.9%)
Total31 (16.9%)83 (32.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Melfa

According to the poverty statistics in Melfa, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 Melfa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (17.6%)2 (13.3%)
5 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (100.0%)19 (79.2%)
12 to 14 Years11 (100.0%)6 (66.7%)
15 Years1 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years49 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years4 (66.7%)2 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years16 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years8 (61.5%)4 (30.8%)
45 to 54 Years26 (81.2%)63 (92.6%)
55 to 64 Years13 (100.0%)15 (55.6%)
65 to 74 Years9 (100.0%)23 (63.9%)
75 Years and over7 (87.5%)13 (36.1%)
Total152 (83.1%)170 (67.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Melfa

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Melfa show that 11.1% or 5 of the total 45 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 71.4%, comprising of 5 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 Melfa
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (88.9%)5 (11.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melfa

According to the poverty data in Melfa, 33.3% or 2 single-father households and 17.9% or 12 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (33.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Melfa
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children2 (33.3%)5 (20.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (33.3%)12 (17.9%)

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

The poverty data for Melfa shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (11.1%) and 14 of the single-parent households (19.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (71.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Melfa
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (22.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children5 (71.4%)7 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (11.1%)14 (19.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Melfa

Employment by Class of Employer in Melfa

Among the 176 employed individuals in Melfa, private company employees (117 | 66.5%), local government employees (29 | 16.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (13 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Melfa
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees11766.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)31.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)137.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations10.6%
Local Government Employees2916.5%
State Government Employees95.1%
Federal Government Employees42.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total176100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Melfa

According to the labor force statistics for Melfa, out of the total population over 16 years of age (351), 55.3% or 194 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 9 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Melfa
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years28 (96.6%)2 (7.1%)
30 to 34 Years6 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (76.9%)2 (10.0%)
45 to 54 Years88 (88.0%)5 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years4 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years20 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (55.3%)9 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melfa

According to labor force statistics for Melfa, 82.2% of individuals (166) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (202) are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 9 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 97.6% or 80 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 33.3% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Melfa
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6 (37.5%)5 (33.3%)
High School Diploma80 (97.6%)7 (8.8%)
College / Associate Degree46 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher34 (77.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total166 (82.2%)11 (5.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Melfa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melfa are Community & Social Service (34 | 18.4%), Education Instruction & Library (26 | 14.1%), Business & Financial (12 | 6.5%), Management (8 | 4.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (8 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Melfa

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Melfa, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (62.5%), and Community & Social Service (14.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Melfa
OccupationMaleFemale
Management8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
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 5 (14.7%)29 (85.3%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (62.5%)3 (37.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (21.7%)47 (78.3%)
Total (Overall)64 (34.6%)121 (65.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Melfa are Security & Protection (12 | 6.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (10 | 5.4%), Healthcare Support (6 | 3.2%), Firefighting & Prevention (6 | 3.2%), and Law Enforcement (6 | 3.2%).
Services Occupations in Melfa

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Melfa, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Melfa
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Security & Protection9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)19 (50.0%)19 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)64 (34.6%)121 (65.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Melfa are Sales & Related (23 | 12.4%), and Office & Administration (12 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Melfa

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Melfa
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)64 (34.6%)121 (65.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Melfa are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 2.7%), and Construction & Extraction (3 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Melfa

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Melfa
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)64 (34.6%)121 (65.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Melfa are Material Moving (13 | 7.0%), Production (11 | 5.9%), and Transportation (11 | 5.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Melfa

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Melfa
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Transportation6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Material Moving5 (38.5%)8 (61.5%)
Total (Category)15 (42.9%)20 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)64 (34.6%)121 (65.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Melfa

Employment Industries in Melfa

The major employment industries in Melfa include Retail Trade (38 | 20.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (24 | 13.0%), Educational Services (23 | 12.4%), Manufacturing (19 | 10.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (14 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Melfa

Employment Industries by Sex in Melfa

The Melfa industries that see more men than women are Construction (80.0%), Wholesale Trade (66.7%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (64.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Melfa
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting9 (64.3%)5 (35.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction4 (80.0%)1 (20.0%)
Manufacturing10 (52.6%)9 (47.4%)
Wholesale Trade2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
Retail Trade13 (34.2%)25 (65.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance10 (41.7%)14 (58.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Public Administration7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Total64 (34.6%)121 (65.4%)

Education in Melfa

School Enrollment in Melfa

The most common levels of schooling among the 114 students in Melfa are high school (68 | 59.7%), elementary school (23 | 20.2%), and middle school (15 | 13.2%).
School Enrollment in Melfa
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool21.8%
Kindergarten54.4%
Elementary School2320.2%
Middle School1513.2%
High School6859.7%
College / Undergraduate10.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total114100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melfa

Out of a total of 114 students who are enrolled in schools in Melfa, 16 (14.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 98 (86.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1 (100.0% 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 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Melfa
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old18 (78.3%)5 (21.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds16 (61.5%)10 (38.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds2 (100.0%)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 over0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Total98 (86.0%)16 (14.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melfa

Visual & performing arts (23 | 29.5%), education (16 | 20.5%), science & technology (10 | 12.8%), business (8 | 10.3%), and psychology (7 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 78 individuals in Melfa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Melfa
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics45.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural11.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology79.0%
Social Sciences11.3%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1012.8%
Business810.3%
Education1620.5%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History56.4%
Visual & Performing Arts2329.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities33.8%
Total78100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Melfa

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melfa

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Melfa are males with 2 vehicles (40, accounting for 62.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (64, making up 35.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Melfa
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)2 (1.8%)
1 Vehicle19 (29.7%)44 (39.3%)
2 Vehicles40 (62.5%)64 (57.1%)
3 Vehicles5 (7.8%)2 (1.8%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (100.0%)112 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Melfa

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Melfa are 15 to 19 minutes (43 commuters, 27.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (28 commuters, 17.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (27 commuters, 17.2%).
Commute Time in Melfa
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes10.6%
5 to 9 Minutes159.6%
10 to 14 Minutes2817.8%
15 to 19 Minutes4327.4%
20 to 24 Minutes2717.2%
25 to 29 Minutes53.2%
30 to 34 Minutes1610.2%
35 to 39 Minutes42.5%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes127.6%
60 to 89 Minutes10.6%
90 or more Minutes53.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Melfa

The most common commute times in Melfa are 20 to 24 minutes (16 commuters, 29.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (34 commuters, 33.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Melfa
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes1 (1.8%)14 (13.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes10 (18.2%)18 (17.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes9 (16.4%)34 (33.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes16 (29.1%)11 (10.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes9 (16.4%)7 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes4 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (9.1%)7 (6.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (1.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (4.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melfa

The most frequent times of departure to work in Melfa are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (15, 27.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (27, 26.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Melfa
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM15 (27.3%)8 (7.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (1.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM7 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (16.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)9 (8.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM9 (16.4%)27 (26.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4 (7.3%)22 (21.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM4 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (4.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM6 (10.9%)13 (12.8%)
Total55 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Melfa

Occupancy by Ownership in Melfa

Of the total 222 dwellings in Melfa, owner-occupied units account for 120 (54.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 102 (46.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Melfa
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units12054.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10246.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units222100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Melfa

Occupancy by Household Size in Melfa
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9844.1%
2-Person Household7734.7%
3-Person Household177.7%
4+ Person Household3013.5%
Total Housing Units222100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melfa

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Melfa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household57 (58.2%)41 (41.8%)
2-Person Household43 (55.8%)34 (44.2%)
3-Person Household6 (35.3%)11 (64.7%)
4+ Person Household14 (46.7%)16 (53.3%)
Total Housing Units120 (54.0%)102 (46.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melfa

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Melfa
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
High School Diploma45 (44.1%)57 (55.9%)
College/Associate Degree34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher38 (63.3%)22 (36.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melfa

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Melfa
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years219.5%
35 to 44 Years2410.8%
45 to 54 Years7232.4%
55 to 64 Years3415.3%
65 to 74 Years3314.9%
75 to 84 Years3817.1%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total222100.0%

Housing Finances in Melfa

Median Income by Occupancy in Melfa

Median Income by Occupancy in Melfa
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied120 (54.0%)$32,778
Renter-Occupied102 (46.0%)$26,250
Average222 (100.0%)$28,667

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melfa

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Melfa
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99923 (19.2%)7 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (4.2%)13 (12.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)27 (26.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (23.3%)24 (23.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99917 (14.2%)5 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9998 (6.7%)17 (16.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (5.0%)9 (8.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more8 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melfa

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Melfa
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30019 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49943 (35.8%)9 (8.8%)
$500 to $79915 (12.5%)44 (43.1%)
$800 to $9994 (3.3%)18 (17.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49930 (25.0%)18 (17.6%)
$1,500 to $1,9996 (5.0%)4 (3.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4991 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9992 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Melfa

Housing Structures in Melfa

Housing Structures in Melfa
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached15971.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments41.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments125.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other4721.2%
Total222100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melfa

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Melfa
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached114 (71.7%)45 (28.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other4 (8.5%)43 (91.5%)
Total120 (54.0%)102 (46.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melfa

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Melfa
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms6 (5.0%)9 (8.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms33 (27.5%)37 (36.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms79 (65.8%)39 (38.2%)
8 or more Rooms2 (1.7%)17 (16.7%)
Total120 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melfa

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Melfa
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas12 (10.0%)26 (25.5%)
Electricity94 (78.3%)70 (68.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene14 (11.7%)6 (5.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Melfa

Household Vehicle Usage in Melfa
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)2 (2.0%)
1 Vehicle59 (49.2%)44 (43.1%)
2 Vehicles54 (45.0%)56 (54.9%)
3 or more Vehicles7 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Melfa

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Melfa

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6951
Median Property Value$121,500$182,300
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$426$0
Real Estate Taxes$726$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melfa

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Melfa
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99919 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99949 (71.0%)49 (96.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)2 (3.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9991 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total69 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melfa

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Melfa
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99928 (40.6%)5 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (17.4%)14 (27.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991 (1.5%)5 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (7.2%)7 (13.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9992 (2.9%)1 (2.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)11 (21.6%)
Total69 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melfa

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Melfa
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x17 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x4 (5.8%)18 (35.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (8.7%)6 (11.8%)
4.0x or more41 (59.4%)4 (7.8%)
Total69 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melfa

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Melfa
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80046 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49917 (24.6%)15 (29.4%)
$800 to $1,4996 (8.7%)19 (37.2%)
Total69 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Melfa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melfa

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melfa
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years24 (72.7%)9 (27.3%)
6 to 18 Years100 (94.3%)6 (5.7%)
19 to 25 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years13 (44.8%)16 (55.2%)
35 to 44 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years91 (91.0%)9 (9.0%)
55 to 64 Years36 (90.0%)4 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total392 (89.9%)44 (10.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melfa

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Melfa
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born24 (72.7%)9 (27.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen100 (94.3%)6 (5.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melfa

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Melfa
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999133 (85.3%)23 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (63.8%)17 (36.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
$100,000 and over53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melfa

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Melfa
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610 (30.3%)14 (42.4%)
6 to 18 Years77 (72.6%)23 (21.7%)
19 to 25 Years5 (38.5%)8 (61.5%)
25 to 34 Years2 (6.9%)11 (37.9%)
35 to 44 Years9 (34.6%)17 (65.4%)
45 to 54 Years46 (46.0%)49 (49.0%)
55 to 64 Years21 (52.5%)21 (52.5%)
65 to 74 Years45 (100.0%)38 (84.4%)
75 Years and over44 (100.0%)19 (43.2%)
Total259 (59.4%)200 (45.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melfa

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Melfa
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (18.2%)2 (9.1%)
35 to 64 Years2 (3.5%)12 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (44.4%)4 (11.1%)
75 Years and over2 (25.0%)25 (69.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Melfa

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Melfa: <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%)1 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years2 (22.2%)3 (8.3%)
75 Years and over1 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Melfa: <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%)10 (9.3%)
65 to 74 Years2 (22.2%)3 (8.3%)
75 Years and over1 (12.5%)23 (63.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Melfa: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (18.2%)2 (9.1%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (8.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Melfa: <span>Ambulatory 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 Years2 (3.5%)10 (9.3%)
65 to 74 Years2 (22.2%)4 (11.1%)
75 Years and over2 (25.0%)25 (69.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Melfa: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (9.1%)
35 to 64 Years1 (1.7%)5 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (11.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Melfa

Computing Device Access in Melfa

Computing Device Access in Melfa
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop13259.5%
Smartphone17177.0%
Tablet10446.9%
No Computing Device115.0%
Total222100.0%

Internet Access in Melfa

Internet Access in Melfa
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home9341.9%
Cellular Data Only5524.8%
Satellite Internet3114.0%
No Internet4821.6%
Total222100.0%

Melfa Summary

Melfa is a small town located in Accomack County, Virginia. It is situated on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, approximately 20 miles south of the Maryland border. The town has a population of approximately 1,000 people and is part of the larger Hampton Roads metropolitan area.

History

Melfa was first settled in the early 1700s by English colonists. The town was originally known as “Melfa’s Crossroads” due to its location at the intersection of two major roads. The town was officially incorporated in 1872 and was named after the nearby Melfa River.
In the late 19th century, Melfa was a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several large farms and was known for its production of corn, wheat, and other crops. In the early 20th century, the town began to diversify its economy and began to attract new businesses.

Geography

Melfa is located in the southeastern corner of Accomack County, Virginia. The town is situated on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, approximately 20 miles south of the Maryland border. The town is bordered by the towns of Onancock, Parksley, and Painter.
The town is located in a rural area and is surrounded by farmland and forests. The town is located near several bodies of water, including the Chesapeake Bay, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Melfa River.

Economy

Melfa’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several large farms that produce corn, wheat, and other crops. The town is also home to several seafood processing plants, which process and package seafood for local restaurants and markets.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The town is also home to several bed and breakfasts, which attract tourists from around the region.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Melfa was 1,000 people. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 95% of the population identifying as white. The town is also home to a small African American population, with approximately 4% of the population identifying as African American.
The median household income in Melfa is approximately $45,000, which is slightly lower than the national average. The town has a poverty rate of approximately 10%, which is slightly higher than the national average.

Conclusion

Melfa is a small town located in Accomack County, Virginia. The town has a population of approximately 1,000 people and is part of the larger Hampton Roads metropolitan area. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the town is home to several small businesses. The town is predominantly white, with a small African American population. The median household income in Melfa is slightly lower than the national average, and the town has a poverty rate of approximately 10%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Melfa?
Total Population of Melfa is 436.
What is the Total Male Population of Melfa?
Total Male Population of Melfa is 183.
What is the Total Female Population of Melfa?
Total Female Population of Melfa is 253.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Melfa?
There are 72.33 Males per 100 Females in Melfa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Melfa?
There are 138.25 Females per 100 Males in Melfa.
What is the Median Population Age in Melfa?
Median Population Age in Melfa is 45.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Melfa
Average Family Size in Melfa is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Melfa
Average Household Size in Melfa is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Melfa?
Per Capita income in Melfa is $21,561.
What is the Median Family Income in Melfa?
Median Family Income in Melfa is $39,000.
What is the Median Household income in Melfa?
Median Household Income in Melfa is $28,667.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Melfa?
Income or Wage Gap in Melfa is 26.5%.
Women in Melfa earn 73.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Melfa?
Inequality or Gini Index in Melfa is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Melfa?
There are 194 People in the Labor Forcein in Melfa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Melfa?
55.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Melfa.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Melfa?
Unemployment Rate in Melfa is 4.6%.