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Onancock Overview

1,434
TOTAL POPULATION
646
MALE POPULATION
788
FEMALE POPULATION
81.98
MALES / 100 FEMALES
121.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,685
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,188
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,830
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
84.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,189
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
596
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Onancock

The most populous races in Onancock are White / Caucasian (743 | 51.8%), Black / African American (591 | 41.2%), and Two or more Races (95 | 6.6%).
Race in Onancock
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.1%
Black / African American59141.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino422.9%
Native / Alaskan20.1%
White / Caucasian74351.8%
Two or more Races956.6%
Some other Race20.1%
Total1,434100.0%

Ancestry in Onancock

The most populous ancestries reported in Onancock are American (481 | 33.5%), English (240 | 16.7%), German (125 | 8.7%), Irish (120 | 8.4%), and Italian (43 | 3.0%), together accounting for 70.4% of all Onancock residents.
Ancestry in Onancock
Ancestry# Population% Population
Albanian40.3%
American48133.5%
Apache20.1%
Austrian40.3%
Brazilian110.8%
British60.4%
Colombian130.9%
Czech30.2%
Danish10.1%
Dutch151.1%
Eastern European161.1%
English24016.7%
European90.6%
Finnish40.3%
French151.1%
French Canadian90.6%
German1258.7%
Haitian100.7%
Hungarian20.1%
Indian (Asian)10.1%
Irish1208.4%
Italian433.0%
Jamaican100.7%
Mexican30.2%
Northern European10.1%
Polish80.6%
Portuguese251.7%
Puerto Rican141.0%
Scandinavian20.1%
Scotch-Irish181.3%
Scottish392.7%
Slovak30.2%
South American130.9%
Swedish30.2%
Ukrainian10.1%
Welsh100.7%
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Immigrants in Onancock

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Onancock came from Latin America (24 | 1.7%), Europe (13 | 0.9%), Brazil (11 | 0.8%), South America (11 | 0.8%), and Caribbean (10 | 0.7%), together accounting for 4.8% of all Onancock residents.
Immigrants in Onancock
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia10.1%
Brazil110.8%
Caribbean100.7%
Central America30.2%
China10.1%
Eastern Asia10.1%
England30.2%
Europe130.9%
Germany70.5%
Haiti100.7%
Latin America241.7%
Mexico30.2%
Northern Europe30.2%
Portugal30.2%
South America110.8%
Southern Europe30.2%
Western Europe70.5%
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Sex and Age in Onancock

Sex and Age in Onancock

The most populous age groups in Onancock are 5 to 9 Years (117 | 18.1%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (111 | 14.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Onancock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years62 (9.6%)45 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Years117 (18.1%)28 (3.5%)
10 to 14 Years33 (5.1%)46 (5.8%)
15 to 19 Years24 (3.7%)10 (1.3%)
20 to 24 Years15 (2.3%)32 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Years24 (3.7%)27 (3.4%)
30 to 34 Years52 (8.1%)61 (7.7%)
35 to 39 Years11 (1.7%)40 (5.1%)
40 to 44 Years31 (4.8%)46 (5.8%)
45 to 49 Years18 (2.8%)22 (2.8%)
50 to 54 Years16 (2.5%)42 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years39 (6.0%)68 (8.6%)
60 to 64 Years33 (5.1%)35 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years47 (7.3%)111 (14.1%)
70 to 74 Years50 (7.7%)63 (8.0%)
75 to 79 Years57 (8.8%)57 (7.2%)
80 to 84 Years8 (1.2%)38 (4.8%)
85 Years and over9 (1.4%)17 (2.2%)
Total646 (100.0%)788 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Onancock

Median Family Size in Onancock

The median family size in Onancock is 2.72 persons per family, with single female/mother families (145 | 36.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (246 | 61.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.39 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Onancock
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple246 (61.5%)2.39
Single Male/Father9 (2.2%)2.78
Single Female/Mother145 (36.2%)3.28
Total Families400 (100.0%)2.72

Median Household Size in Onancock

The median household size in Onancock is 2.05 persons per household, with single male/father households (9 | 1.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.56 persons per household. non-family households (296 | 42.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.03 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Onancock
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple246 (35.3%)2.39
Single Male/Father9 (1.3%)3.56
Single Female/Mother145 (20.8%)3.47
Non-family296 (42.5%)1.03
Total Households696 (100.0%)2.05

Household Size by Marriage Status in Onancock

Out of a total of 696 households in Onancock, 400 (57.5%) are family households, while 296 (42.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 234, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 281.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Onancock
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-281 (40.4%)
2-Person Households234 (33.6%)13 (1.9%)
3-Person Households56 (8.1%)2 (0.3%)
4-Person Households60 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households23 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households27 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total400 (57.5%)296 (42.5%)

Female Fertility in Onancock

Fertility by Age in Onancock

Average fertility rate in Onancock is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 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 Onancock
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years7 (100.0%)58.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Onancock

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Onancock
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Onancock

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Onancock
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 Degree7 (100.0%)70.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Onancock

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Onancock
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Income in Onancock

Income Overview in Onancock

Per Capita Income in Onancock is $36,685, while median incomes of families and households are $68,188 and $51,830 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,434$36,685
Median Family Income400$68,188
Mean Family Income400$96,288
Median Household Income696$51,830
Mean Household Income696$77,064
Income Deficit400$10,189
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,43416.04%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,43483.96¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,4340.47

Earnings by Sex in Onancock

Average Earnings in Onancock are $37,155, $43,611 for men and $36,615 for women, a difference of 16.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Onancock
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male264 (45.1%)$43,611
Female322 (54.9%)$36,615
Total586 (100.0%)$37,155

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Onancock

The most common earnings brackets in Onancock are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (40 | 15.1%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (53 | 16.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Onancock
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)13 (4.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99911 (4.2%)18 (5.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4997 (2.6%)8 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (2.3%)1 (0.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4999 (3.4%)25 (7.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49916 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9995 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)21 (6.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99912 (4.5%)4 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9995 (1.9%)13 (4.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99917 (6.4%)27 (8.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99940 (15.1%)53 (16.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9999 (3.4%)12 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99910 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9994 (1.5%)32 (9.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99929 (11.0%)25 (7.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99911 (4.2%)37 (11.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99936 (13.6%)15 (4.7%)
$100,000+37 (14.0%)18 (5.6%)
Total264 (100.0%)322 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Onancock

Average earnings in Onancock are $47,031 for men and $36,536 for women, a difference of 22.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $96,587, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,300. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,125, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $31,620.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Onancock
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$36,300$38,333
College or Associate's Degree$46,250$31,620
Bachelor's Degree$91,250$36,406
Graduate Degree$96,587$53,125
Total$47,031$36,536

Family Income in Onancock

Family Income Brackets in Onancock

According to the Onancock family income data, there are 111 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.8% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Onancock
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000174.3%
$10,000 to $14,999153.8%
$15,000 to $24,99961.5%
$25,000 to $34,999399.8%
$35,000 to $49,9995313.3%
$50,000 to $74,99911127.8%
$75,000 to $99,999235.8%
$100,000 to $149,999399.8%
$150,000 to $199,9995112.8%
$200,000+4611.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Onancock

2-person families (250 | 62.5%) account for the highest median family income in Onancock with $78,333 per family, while 2-person families (250 | 62.5%) have the highest median income of $39,166 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Onancock
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families250 (62.5%)$78,333
3-Person Families40 (10.0%)$67,656
4-Person Families60 (15.0%)$0
5-Person Families50 (12.5%)$35,648
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total400 (100.0%)$68,188

Family Income by Number of Earners in Onancock

Family Income by Number of Earners in Onancock
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners117 (29.2%)$78,750
1 Earner165 (41.2%)$47,917
2 Earners106 (26.5%)$82,500
3+ Earners12 (3.0%)$0
Total400 (100.0%)$68,188

Household Income in Onancock

Household Income Brackets in Onancock

With 190 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Onancock, accounting for 27.3% of all households. In contrast, only 34 households (4.9%) fall into the $75,000 to $99,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Onancock
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000375.3%
$10,000 to $14,999679.6%
$15,000 to $24,999466.6%
$25,000 to $34,999669.5%
$35,000 to $49,9999113.1%
$50,000 to $74,99919027.3%
$75,000 to $99,999344.9%
$100,000 to $149,999497.0%
$150,000 to $199,999639.1%
$200,000+537.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Onancock

The median household income in Onancock is $51,830, with the highest median household income of $71,184 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 184 households (26.4%) 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 18 households (2.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Onancock
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years18 (2.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years174 (25.0%)$51,563
45 to 64 Years184 (26.4%)$71,184
65+ Years320 (46.0%)$41,364
Total696 (100.0%)$51,830

Poverty in Onancock

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Onancock

With 17.2% poverty level for males and 22.5% for females among the residents of Onancock, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 40 males (64.5%) and 23 females (60.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Onancock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years40 (64.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years33 (33.7%)20 (55.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)12 (31.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)23 (60.5%)
25 to 34 Years3 (4.0%)19 (21.6%)
35 to 44 Years1 (2.4%)29 (33.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)13 (20.3%)
55 to 64 Years6 (8.3%)15 (14.6%)
65 to 74 Years28 (28.9%)14 (8.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)32 (28.6%)
Total111 (17.2%)177 (22.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Onancock

According to the poverty statistics in Onancock, 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 Onancock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22 (35.5%)45 (100.0%)
5 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years65 (66.3%)16 (44.4%)
12 to 14 Years17 (100.0%)26 (68.4%)
15 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years12 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years17 (100.0%)15 (39.5%)
25 to 34 Years73 (96.1%)69 (78.4%)
35 to 44 Years41 (97.6%)57 (66.3%)
45 to 54 Years34 (100.0%)51 (79.7%)
55 to 64 Years66 (91.7%)88 (85.4%)
65 to 74 Years69 (71.1%)160 (91.9%)
75 Years and over74 (100.0%)80 (71.4%)
Total535 (82.8%)611 (77.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Onancock

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Onancock show that 6.1% or 15 of the total 246 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.3%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.8%, which includes 9 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Onancock
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children179 (95.2%)9 (4.8%)
1 or 2 Children52 (89.7%)6 (10.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total231 (93.9%)15 (6.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Onancock

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Onancock
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)30 (41.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)11 (22.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)41 (28.3%)

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

The poverty data for Onancock shows that 15 of the married-couple family households (6.1%) and 41 of the single-parent households (26.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (10.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 household (36.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Onancock
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (10.3%)30 (36.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)11 (22.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total15 (6.1%)41 (26.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Onancock

Employment by Class of Employer in Onancock

Among the 534 employed individuals in Onancock, private company employees (311 | 58.2%), local government employees (52 | 9.7%), and self-employed (incorporated) (44 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Onancock
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees31158.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)448.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)326.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations417.7%
Local Government Employees529.7%
State Government Employees193.6%
Federal Government Employees356.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total534100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Onancock

According to the labor force statistics for Onancock, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,093), 54.5% or 596 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.7% or 58 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 51 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 56.1% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Onancock
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years11 (45.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years41 (87.2%)23 (56.1%)
25 to 29 Years51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years112 (99.1%)17 (15.2%)
35 to 44 Years99 (77.3%)9 (9.1%)
45 to 54 Years84 (85.7%)3 (3.6%)
55 to 59 Years72 (67.3%)5 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years42 (61.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years55 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total596 (54.5%)58 (9.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Onancock

According to labor force statistics for Onancock, 81.4% of individuals (460) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (565) are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 34 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 87.0% or 134 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 27.6% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Onancock
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School29 (72.5%)11 (27.6%)
High School Diploma134 (87.0%)7 (4.7%)
College / Associate Degree168 (84.8%)18 (8.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher129 (74.6%)7 (3.9%)
Total460 (81.4%)42 (7.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Onancock

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Onancock are Management (78 | 14.6%), Community & Social Service (57 | 10.7%), Business & Financial (29 | 5.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (29 | 5.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (24 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Onancock

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Onancock, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Business & Financial (65.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Onancock
OccupationMaleFemale
Management42 (53.8%)36 (46.2%)
Business & Financial19 (65.5%)10 (34.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science8 (53.3%)7 (46.7%)
Computers & Mathematics1 (20.0%)4 (80.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 19 (33.3%)38 (66.7%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Legal Services & Support6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (37.5%)15 (62.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (13.8%)25 (86.2%)
Health Technologists4 (26.7%)11 (73.3%)
Total (Category)92 (44.2%)116 (55.8%)
Total (Overall)235 (44.1%)298 (55.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Onancock are Healthcare Support (46 | 8.6%), Security & Protection (18 | 3.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (16 | 3.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (14 | 2.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (8 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Onancock

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Onancock, 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 Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Onancock
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Security & Protection18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)40 (44.9%)49 (55.1%)
Total (Overall)235 (44.1%)298 (55.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Onancock are Sales & Related (63 | 11.8%), and Office & Administration (44 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Onancock

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Onancock
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15 (23.8%)48 (76.2%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total (Category)15 (14.0%)92 (86.0%)
Total (Overall)235 (44.1%)298 (55.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Onancock are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 0.9%), and Construction & Extraction (3 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Onancock

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Onancock
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)235 (44.1%)298 (55.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Onancock are Production (56 | 10.5%), Material Moving (39 | 7.3%), and Transportation (26 | 4.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Onancock

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Onancock
OccupationMaleFemale
Production15 (26.8%)41 (73.2%)
Transportation26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)80 (66.1%)41 (33.9%)
Total (Overall)235 (44.1%)298 (55.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Onancock

Employment Industries in Onancock

The major employment industries in Onancock include Health Care & Social Assistance (83 | 15.6%), Retail Trade (76 | 14.3%), Manufacturing (61 | 11.4%), Educational Services (42 | 7.9%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (35 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Onancock

Employment Industries by Sex in Onancock

The Onancock industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (95.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Onancock
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Manufacturing19 (31.1%)42 (68.9%)
Wholesale Trade28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade15 (19.7%)61 (80.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (18.8%)13 (81.2%)
Utilities31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance13 (81.2%)3 (18.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing32 (91.4%)3 (8.6%)
Professional & Scientific13 (48.1%)14 (51.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services22 (52.4%)20 (47.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (4.8%)79 (95.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Public Administration10 (40.0%)15 (60.0%)
Total235 (44.1%)298 (55.9%)

Education in Onancock

School Enrollment in Onancock

The most common levels of schooling among the 288 students in Onancock are elementary school (103 | 35.8%), middle school (60 | 20.8%), and high school (44 | 15.3%).
School Enrollment in Onancock
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool93.1%
Kindergarten4214.6%
Elementary School10335.8%
Middle School6020.8%
High School4415.3%
College / Undergraduate3010.4%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total288100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Onancock

Out of a total of 288 students who are enrolled in schools in Onancock, 17 (5.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 271 (94.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 12 (8.3% 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 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Onancock
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old133 (91.7%)12 (8.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds74 (93.7%)5 (6.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5 (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 over28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total271 (94.1%)17 (5.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Onancock

Liberal arts & history (65 | 17.4%), literature & languages (59 | 15.8%), business (40 | 10.7%), social sciences (33 | 8.8%), and education (33 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 373 individuals in Onancock who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Onancock
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics246.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural143.7%
Physical & Health Sciences82.1%
Psychology287.5%
Social Sciences338.8%
Engineering102.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies82.1%
Science & Technology205.4%
Business4010.7%
Education338.8%
Literature & Languages5915.8%
Liberal Arts & History6517.4%
Visual & Performing Arts164.3%
Communications112.9%
Arts & Humanities41.1%
Total373100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Onancock

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Onancock

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Onancock are males with 2 vehicles (126, accounting for 52.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (126, making up 43.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Onancock
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle12 (5.0%)5 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle28 (11.7%)93 (31.7%)
2 Vehicles126 (52.5%)126 (43.0%)
3 Vehicles60 (25.0%)55 (18.8%)
4 Vehicles7 (2.9%)10 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles7 (2.9%)4 (1.4%)
Total240 (100.0%)293 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Onancock

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Onancock are 10 to 14 minutes (156 commuters, 32.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (93 commuters, 19.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (51 commuters, 10.6%).
Commute Time in Onancock
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4810.0%
5 to 9 Minutes9319.4%
10 to 14 Minutes15632.5%
15 to 19 Minutes5110.6%
20 to 24 Minutes275.6%
25 to 29 Minutes245.0%
30 to 34 Minutes132.7%
35 to 39 Minutes51.0%
40 to 44 Minutes183.7%
45 to 59 Minutes51.0%
60 to 89 Minutes153.1%
90 or more Minutes255.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Onancock

The most common commute times in Onancock are 10 to 14 minutes (74 commuters, 33.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (82 commuters, 31.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Onancock
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes37 (17.0%)11 (4.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes22 (10.1%)71 (27.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes74 (33.9%)82 (31.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes33 (15.1%)18 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes3 (1.4%)24 (9.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes9 (4.1%)15 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes13 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (6.4%)4 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (3.7%)7 (2.7%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)25 (9.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Onancock

The most frequent times of departure to work in Onancock are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (53, 24.3%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (77, 29.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Onancock
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM17 (7.8%)34 (13.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM22 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM24 (11.0%)7 (2.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM53 (24.3%)56 (21.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM24 (11.0%)19 (7.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM35 (16.1%)77 (29.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6 (2.8%)1 (0.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM17 (7.8%)26 (9.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2 (0.9%)19 (7.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7 (3.2%)23 (8.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total218 (100.0%)262 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Onancock

Occupancy by Ownership in Onancock

Of the total 696 dwellings in Onancock, owner-occupied units account for 433 (62.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 263 (37.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Onancock
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units43362.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26337.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units696100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Onancock

Occupancy by Household Size in Onancock
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28140.4%
2-Person Household24735.5%
3-Person Household588.3%
4+ Person Household11015.8%
Total Housing Units696100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Onancock

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Onancock
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household152 (54.1%)129 (45.9%)
2-Person Household201 (81.4%)46 (18.6%)
3-Person Household21 (36.2%)37 (63.8%)
4+ Person Household59 (53.6%)51 (46.4%)
Total Housing Units433 (62.2%)263 (37.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Onancock

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Onancock
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma56 (26.8%)153 (73.2%)
College/Associate Degree148 (75.9%)47 (24.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher181 (74.2%)63 (25.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Onancock

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Onancock
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11716.8%
35 to 44 Years7510.8%
45 to 54 Years7110.2%
55 to 64 Years11316.2%
65 to 74 Years18226.2%
75 to 84 Years11216.1%
85 Years and Over263.7%
Total696100.0%

Housing Finances in Onancock

Median Income by Occupancy in Onancock

Median Income by Occupancy in Onancock
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied433 (62.2%)$59,205
Renter-Occupied263 (37.8%)$47,604
Average696 (100.0%)$51,830

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Onancock

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Onancock
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (4.2%)2 (0.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.7%)14 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (6.0%)41 (15.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99921 (4.9%)24 (9.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)1 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99955 (12.7%)11 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99941 (9.5%)50 (19.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99989 (20.5%)101 (38.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99931 (7.2%)3 (1.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99941 (9.5%)8 (3.0%)
$150,000 or more108 (24.9%)8 (3.0%)
Total433 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Onancock

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Onancock
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)11 (4.2%)
$300 to $49956 (12.9%)61 (23.2%)
$500 to $799146 (33.7%)42 (16.0%)
$800 to $99989 (20.5%)19 (7.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49982 (18.9%)120 (45.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99926 (6.0%)5 (1.9%)
$2,000 to $2,49917 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9999 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more8 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total433 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Onancock

Housing Structures in Onancock

Housing Structures in Onancock
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached56380.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments202.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments162.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments355.0%
10 or more Apartments588.3%
Mobile Home / Other40.6%
Total696100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Onancock

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Onancock
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached427 (75.8%)136 (24.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (10.0%)18 (90.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total433 (62.2%)263 (37.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Onancock

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Onancock
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)6 (2.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (0.5%)51 (19.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms99 (22.9%)96 (36.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms173 (40.0%)92 (35.0%)
8 or more Rooms159 (36.7%)18 (6.8%)
Total433 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Onancock

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Onancock
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas118 (27.3%)27 (10.3%)
Electricity235 (54.3%)217 (82.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene74 (17.1%)10 (3.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used6 (1.4%)9 (3.4%)
Total433 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Onancock

Household Vehicle Usage in Onancock
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle7 (1.6%)49 (18.6%)
1 Vehicle156 (36.0%)94 (35.7%)
2 Vehicles156 (36.0%)108 (41.1%)
3 or more Vehicles114 (26.3%)12 (4.6%)
Total433 (100.0%)263 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Onancock

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Onancock

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units264169
Median Property Value$216,700$247,200
Median Household Income$48,333$39
Monthly Housing Costs$641$8
Real Estate Taxes$1,479$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Onancock

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Onancock
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00022 (8.3%)8 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99931 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999144 (54.5%)104 (61.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99945 (17.1%)26 (15.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99917 (6.4%)28 (16.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9993 (1.1%)3 (1.8%)
$1,000,000 or more2 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total264 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Onancock

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Onancock
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021 (8.0%)6 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99942 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99940 (15.1%)5 (3.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99931 (11.7%)15 (8.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99933 (12.5%)10 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99914 (5.3%)56 (33.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99914 (5.3%)17 (10.1%)
$150,000 or more69 (26.1%)27 (16.0%)
Total264 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Onancock

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Onancock
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x98 (37.1%)74,659 (44,176.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x29 (11.0%)61 (36.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x31 (11.7%)24 (14.2%)
4.0x or more100 (37.9%)17 (10.1%)
Total264 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Onancock

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Onancock
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80066 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49968 (25.8%)18 (10.6%)
$800 to $1,499130 (49.2%)56 (33.1%)
Total264 (100.0%)169 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Onancock

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onancock

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onancock
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years218 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years132 (85.2%)23 (14.8%)
35 to 44 Years123 (96.1%)5 (3.9%)
45 to 54 Years95 (96.9%)3 (3.1%)
55 to 64 Years168 (96.0%)7 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,390 (97.3%)38 (2.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Onancock

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Onancock
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen218 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Onancock

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Onancock
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999309 (95.4%)15 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999435 (97.8%)10 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (87.7%)7 (12.3%)
$100,000 and over373 (98.4%)6 (1.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onancock

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Onancock
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6103 (72.5%)39 (27.5%)
6 to 18 Years186 (85.3%)35 (16.1%)
19 to 25 Years25 (45.5%)30 (54.5%)
25 to 34 Years35 (22.6%)101 (65.2%)
35 to 44 Years32 (25.0%)91 (71.1%)
45 to 54 Years25 (25.5%)71 (72.5%)
55 to 64 Years47 (26.9%)128 (73.1%)
65 to 74 Years262 (96.7%)151 (55.7%)
75 Years and over186 (100.0%)138 (74.2%)
Total901 (63.1%)784 (54.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Onancock

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Onancock
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (4.6%)19 (24.4%)
18 to 34 Years5 (5.8%)7 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years8 (5.4%)35 (13.8%)
65 to 74 Years51 (52.6%)86 (49.4%)
75 Years and over7 (9.5%)51 (45.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Onancock

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Onancock: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years31 (32.0%)27 (15.5%)
75 Years and over7 (9.5%)4 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Onancock: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (19.2%)
18 to 34 Years2 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)5 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (5.1%)30 (17.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)31 (27.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Onancock: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (4.6%)4 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years5 (5.8%)1 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years8 (5.4%)13 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (4.1%)9 (5.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)27 (24.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Onancock: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years5 (3.4%)18 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years14 (14.4%)72 (41.4%)
75 Years and over4 (5.4%)23 (20.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Onancock: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years6 (4.1%)6 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years3 (3.1%)3 (1.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (7.1%)

Technology Access in Onancock

Computing Device Access in Onancock

Computing Device Access in Onancock
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop50772.8%
Smartphone56681.3%
Tablet38755.6%
No Computing Device7410.6%
Total696100.0%

Internet Access in Onancock

Internet Access in Onancock
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet131.9%
Broadband Home44964.5%
Cellular Data Only9713.9%
Satellite Internet9012.9%
No Internet9213.2%
Total696100.0%

Onancock Summary

Onancock, Virginia is a small town located in the Eastern Shore region of the state. It is situated on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, about 30 miles south of the Maryland border. The town has a population of 1,200 people and is the county seat of Accomack County.

History

Onancock was founded in 1680 by English settlers. The town was originally known as "Onancock Creek" and was part of the original Accomack County. The town was named after the Native American chief, Onancock, who lived in the area. The town was incorporated in 1742 and was the first town in the county to be incorporated.
In the late 1700s, Onancock was a thriving port town. It was a major center for the shipping of tobacco, grain, and other goods. The town was also a major center for shipbuilding and fishing.
In the early 1800s, Onancock was a major center for the slave trade. The town was home to several large plantations and was a major stop on the Underground Railroad.
In the late 1800s, Onancock began to decline as a port town. The town was bypassed by the railroad and the shipping industry moved to larger ports. The town began to focus on agriculture and fishing.
In the early 1900s, Onancock began to experience a revival. The town was revitalized by the construction of a new bridge across the Chesapeake Bay. The bridge connected Onancock to the mainland and allowed for increased tourism and commerce.

Geography

Onancock is located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The town is situated on a peninsula between Onancock Creek and Onancock Harbor. The town is surrounded by wetlands and is home to several wildlife preserves.
The town is located in the humid subtropical climate zone and experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Onancock's economy is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is home to several seafood restaurants, marinas, and other tourist attractions. The town is also home to several farms and is a major producer of corn, soybeans, and other crops.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including a brewery, a winery, and a distillery. The town is also home to several art galleries and antique shops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Onancock had a population of 1,200 people. The town is predominantly white (90.2%) and the median household income is $41,250. The town is home to a large number of retirees and is a popular destination for retirees.
The town is home to several churches, including the Onancock United Methodist Church, the Onancock Baptist Church, and the Onancock Presbyterian Church. The town is also home to several schools, including the Onancock Elementary School, the Onancock Middle School, and the Onancock High School.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Onancock?
Total Population of Onancock is 1,434.
What is the Total Male Population of Onancock?
Total Male Population of Onancock is 646.
What is the Total Female Population of Onancock?
Total Female Population of Onancock is 788.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Onancock?
There are 81.98 Males per 100 Females in Onancock.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Onancock?
There are 121.98 Females per 100 Males in Onancock.
What is the Median Population Age in Onancock?
Median Population Age in Onancock is 45.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Onancock
Average Family Size in Onancock is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Onancock
Average Household Size in Onancock is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Onancock?
Per Capita income in Onancock is $36,685.
What is the Median Family Income in Onancock?
Median Family Income in Onancock is $68,188.
What is the Median Household income in Onancock?
Median Household Income in Onancock is $51,830.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Onancock?
Income or Wage Gap in Onancock is 16.0%.
Women in Onancock earn 84.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Onancock?
Family Income Deficit in Onancock is $10,189.
Families that are below poverty line in Onancock earn $10,189 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Onancock?
Inequality or Gini Index in Onancock is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Onancock?
There are 596 People in the Labor Forcein in Onancock.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Onancock?
54.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Onancock.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Onancock?
Unemployment Rate in Onancock is 9.7%.