Saxis, VA

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256
TOTAL POPULATION
136
MALE POPULATION
120
FEMALE POPULATION
113.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
88.24
FEMALES / 100 MALES
56.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,777
PER CAPITA INCOME
$38,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
47.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
52.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
99
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Saxis Zip Codes

Saxis Area Codes

Race in Saxis

The most populous races in Saxis are White / Caucasian (214 | 83.6%), Two or more Races (42 | 16.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (3 | 1.2%).
Race in Saxis
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino31.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian21483.6%
Two or more Races4216.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total256100.0%

Ancestry in Saxis

The most populous ancestries reported in Saxis are American (191 | 74.6%), English (22 | 8.6%), Irish (9 | 3.5%), Scotch-Irish (4 | 1.6%), and Central American (3 | 1.2%), together accounting for 89.4% of all Saxis residents.
Ancestry in Saxis
Ancestry# Population% Population
American19174.6%
British20.8%
Central American31.2%
Danish10.4%
Eastern European10.4%
English228.6%
European10.4%
German31.2%
Greek20.8%
Irish93.5%
Italian31.2%
Norwegian10.4%
Polish20.8%
Russian31.2%
Salvadoran31.2%
Scotch-Irish41.6%
Swedish20.8%
Ukrainian10.4%
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Immigrants in Saxis

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Saxis came from Central America (3 | 1.2%), El Salvador (3 | 1.2%), and Latin America (3 | 1.2%), together accounting for 3.5% of all Saxis residents.
Immigrants in Saxis
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America31.2%
El Salvador31.2%
Latin America31.2%
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Sex and Age in Saxis

Sex and Age in Saxis

The most populous age groups in Saxis are 60 to 64 Years (35 | 25.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (22 | 18.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Saxis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (2.9%)3 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years2 (1.5%)5 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years5 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years34 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years5 (3.7%)22 (18.3%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (9.2%)
35 to 39 Years7 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years9 (6.6%)6 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years1 (0.7%)11 (9.2%)
55 to 59 Years5 (3.7%)8 (6.7%)
60 to 64 Years35 (25.7%)20 (16.7%)
65 to 69 Years17 (12.5%)20 (16.7%)
70 to 74 Years10 (7.3%)4 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years1 (0.7%)5 (4.2%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.5%)
85 Years and over1 (0.7%)2 (1.7%)
Total136 (100.0%)120 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Saxis

Median Family Size in Saxis

The median family size in Saxis is 2.75 persons per family, with single female/mother families (11 | 13.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.18 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3 | 3.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.67 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Saxis
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple66 (82.5%)2.68
Single Male/Father3 (3.7%)2.67
Single Female/Mother11 (13.8%)3.18
Total Families80 (100.0%)2.75

Median Household Size in Saxis

Median Household Size in Saxis
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple66 (57.9%)2.68
Single Male/Father3 (2.6%)3.33
Single Female/Mother11 (9.7%)3.18
Non-family34 (29.8%)-
Total Households114 (100.0%)2.25

Household Size by Marriage Status in Saxis

Out of a total of 114 households in Saxis, 80 (70.2%) are family households, while 34 (29.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 35, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 34.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Saxis
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-34 (29.8%)
2-Person Households35 (30.7%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households30 (26.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households15 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (70.2%)34 (29.8%)

Female Fertility in Saxis

Fertility by Age in Saxis

Female Fertility by Age in Saxis
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 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Saxis

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

Fertility by Education in Saxis

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Saxis
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Saxis

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Saxis
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%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Saxis

Income Overview in Saxis

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income256$23,777
Median Family Income80$0
Mean Family Income80$54,544
Median Household Income114$38,000
Mean Household Income114$49,032
Income Deficit80$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)25647.67%
Wage / Income Gap ($)25652.33¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2560.55

Earnings by Sex in Saxis

Average Earnings in Saxis are $25,833, $18,750 for men and $35,833 for women, a difference of 47.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Saxis
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male68 (65.4%)$18,750
Female36 (34.6%)$35,833
Total104 (100.0%)$25,833

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Saxis

The most common earnings brackets in Saxis are $7,500 to $9,999 for men (17 | 25.0%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (10 | 27.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Saxis
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)2 (5.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99917 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49917 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (10.3%)2 (5.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9993 (4.4%)2 (5.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9992 (2.9%)9 (25.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)9 (25.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)10 (27.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9992 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9996 (8.8%)1 (2.8%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (4.4%)1 (2.8%)
$100,000+3 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total68 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Saxis

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Saxis
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$49,375$34,583
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Saxis

Family Income Brackets in Saxis

According to the Saxis family income data, there are 25 families falling into the less than $10,000 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Saxis
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002531.3%
$10,000 to $14,999911.3%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99922.5%
$35,000 to $49,99956.3%
$50,000 to $74,9991417.5%
$75,000 to $99,9991012.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991113.8%
$150,000 to $199,99922.5%
$200,000+22.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Saxis

3-person families (33 | 41.2%) account for the highest median family income in Saxis with $2,499 per family, while 3-person families (33 | 41.2%) have the highest median income of $833 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Saxis
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families35 (43.8%)$0
3-Person Families33 (41.2%)$2,499
4-Person Families12 (15.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total80 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Saxis

Family Income by Number of Earners in Saxis
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners48 (60.0%)$2,499
1 Earner17 (21.2%)$105,694
2 Earners9 (11.3%)$0
3+ Earners6 (7.5%)$0
Total80 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Saxis

Household Income Brackets in Saxis

With 28 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Saxis, accounting for 24.6% of all households. In contrast, only 2 households (1.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Saxis
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002824.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991412.3%
$15,000 to $24,99943.5%
$25,000 to $34,99997.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991311.4%
$50,000 to $74,9992118.4%
$75,000 to $99,99976.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991412.3%
$150,000 to $199,99921.8%
$200,000+21.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Saxis

The median household income in Saxis is $38,000, with the highest median household income of $60,313 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 43 households (37.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Saxis
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years10 (8.8%)$0
45 to 64 Years61 (53.5%)$0
65+ Years43 (37.7%)$60,313
Total114 (100.0%)$38,000

Poverty in Saxis

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Saxis

With 25.0% poverty level for males and 43.3% for females among the residents of Saxis, 16 and 17 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 22 females (66.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Saxis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)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%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (66.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (40.0%)9 (52.9%)
55 to 64 Years25 (62.5%)18 (64.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (4.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)
Total34 (25.0%)52 (43.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Saxis

According to the poverty statistics in Saxis, males aged under 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 Saxis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years2 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years5 (100.0%)11 (33.3%)
35 to 44 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (60.0%)8 (47.1%)
55 to 64 Years15 (37.5%)10 (35.7%)
65 to 74 Years27 (100.0%)23 (95.8%)
75 Years and over2 (100.0%)8 (80.0%)
Total102 (75.0%)68 (56.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Saxis

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Saxis show that 37.9% or 25 of the total 66 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 78.1%, comprising of 25 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 Saxis
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children7 (21.9%)25 (78.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total41 (62.1%)25 (37.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Saxis

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Saxis
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (81.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)9 (81.8%)

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

The poverty data for Saxis shows that 25 of the married-couple family households (37.9%) and 9 of the single-parent households (64.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (78.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (81.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Saxis
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (81.8%)
1 or 2 Children25 (78.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (37.9%)9 (64.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Saxis

Employment by Class of Employer in Saxis

Among the 97 employed individuals in Saxis, private company employees (79 | 81.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (9 | 9.3%), and local government employees (4 | 4.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Saxis
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7981.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)99.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations33.1%
Local Government Employees44.1%
State Government Employees22.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total97100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Saxis

Employment Status by Age in Saxis
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years5 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (40.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years11 (84.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years6 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total99 (40.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Saxis

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Saxis
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School7 (43.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma28 (33.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree16 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total51 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Saxis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Saxis are Community & Social Service (9 | 9.1%), Education Instruction & Library (5 | 5.1%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (4 | 4.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (3 | 3.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (3 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Saxis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Saxis, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Community & Social Service (66.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (40.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Saxis
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Total (Overall)65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Saxis are Healthcare Support (9 | 9.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (9 | 9.1%).
Services Occupations in Saxis

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Saxis
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Saxis are Office & Administration (7 | 7.1%), and Sales & Related (1 | 1.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Saxis

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Saxis
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Saxis are , and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (50 | 50.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Saxis

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Saxis
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Saxis are Production (4 | 4.0%), Transportation (4 | 4.0%), and Material Moving (2 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Saxis

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Saxis
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
Total (Overall)65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Saxis

Employment Industries in Saxis

The major employment industries in Saxis include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (50 | 50.5%), Manufacturing (18 | 18.2%), Retail Trade (10 | 10.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (10 | 10.1%), and Educational Services (6 | 6.1%).
Employment Industries in Saxis

Employment Industries by Sex in Saxis

The Saxis industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Educational Services (50.0%), and Retail Trade (40.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (90.0%), and Manufacturing (61.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Saxis
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)

Education in Saxis

School Enrollment in Saxis

The most common levels of schooling among the 12 students in Saxis are kindergarten (5 | 41.7%), high school (5 | 41.7%), and elementary school (2 | 16.7%).
School Enrollment in Saxis
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten541.7%
Elementary School216.7%
Middle School00.0%
High School541.7%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total12100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Saxis

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Saxis
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Saxis

Education (3 | 33.3%), engineering (2 | 22.2%), science & technology (2 | 22.2%), computers & mathematics (1 | 11.1%), and bio, nature & agricultural (1 | 11.1%) are the most common fields of study among 9 individuals in Saxis who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Saxis
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics111.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural111.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering222.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology222.2%
Business00.0%
Education333.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total9100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Saxis

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Saxis

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Saxis are males with 4 vehicles (41, accounting for 65.1%) and females with 4 vehicles (6, making up 120.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Saxis
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle3 (4.8%)4 (11.8%)
2 Vehicles16 (25.4%)23 (67.6%)
3 Vehicles3 (4.8%)1 (2.9%)
4 Vehicles41 (65.1%)6 (17.6%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total63 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Saxis

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Saxis are 10 to 14 minutes (43 commuters, 50.0%), 45 to 59 minutes (11 commuters, 12.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (10 commuters, 11.6%).
Commute Time in Saxis
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes78.1%
10 to 14 Minutes4350.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes22.3%
25 to 29 Minutes55.8%
30 to 34 Minutes1011.6%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes89.3%
45 to 59 Minutes1112.8%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Saxis

The most common commute times in Saxis are 10 to 14 minutes (41 commuters, 67.2%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (9 commuters, 36.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Saxis
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes7 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes41 (67.2%)2 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (8.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes4 (6.6%)1 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (9.8%)4 (16.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes1 (1.6%)7 (28.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes2 (3.3%)9 (36.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Saxis

The most frequent times of departure to work in Saxis are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (47, 77.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (11, 44.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Saxis
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM7 (11.5%)9 (36.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM3 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM47 (77.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (4.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)11 (44.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (16.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)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%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Saxis

Occupancy by Ownership in Saxis

Of the total 114 dwellings in Saxis, owner-occupied units account for 106 (93.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 8 (7.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Saxis
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units10693.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units87.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units114100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Saxis

Occupancy by Household Size in Saxis
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3429.8%
2-Person Household3530.7%
3-Person Household3026.3%
4+ Person Household1513.2%
Total Housing Units114100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Saxis

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Saxis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household31 (91.2%)3 (8.8%)
2-Person Household30 (85.7%)5 (14.3%)
3-Person Household30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units106 (93.0%)8 (7.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Saxis

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Saxis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma53 (94.6%)3 (5.4%)
College/Associate Degree29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Saxis

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Saxis
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years32.6%
35 to 44 Years76.1%
45 to 54 Years1815.8%
55 to 64 Years4337.7%
65 to 74 Years3429.8%
75 to 84 Years76.1%
85 Years and Over21.8%
Total114100.0%

Housing Finances in Saxis

Median Income by Occupancy in Saxis

Median Income by Occupancy in Saxis
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied106 (93.0%)$40,000
Renter-Occupied8 (7.0%)$38,000
Average114 (100.0%)$38,000

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Saxis

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Saxis
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00027 (25.5%)1 (12.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99914 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9992 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9999 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (7.5%)5 (62.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99921 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99914 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more4 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Saxis

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Saxis
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30021 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49925 (23.6%)1 (12.5%)
$500 to $79915 (14.1%)2 (25.0%)
$800 to $9996 (5.7%)5 (62.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4999 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99929 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4991 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Saxis

Housing Structures in Saxis

Housing Structures in Saxis
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached11197.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other32.6%
Total114100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Saxis

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Saxis
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached103 (92.8%)8 (7.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (93.0%)8 (7.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Saxis

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Saxis
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms38 (35.8%)7 (87.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms62 (58.5%)1 (12.5%)
8 or more Rooms6 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Saxis

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Saxis
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas17 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity53 (50.0%)5 (62.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene34 (32.1%)3 (37.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used1 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Saxis

Household Vehicle Usage in Saxis
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)3 (37.5%)
1 Vehicle35 (33.0%)5 (62.5%)
2 Vehicles38 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles33 (31.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Saxis

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Saxis

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5749
Median Property Value$131,300$86,400
Median Household Income$59,107$2
Monthly Housing Costs$327$0
Real Estate Taxes$553$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Saxis

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Saxis
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (8.8%)2 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99922 (38.6%)33 (67.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99929 (50.9%)7 (14.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9991 (1.8%)6 (12.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)1 (2.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Saxis

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Saxis
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99915 (26.3%)26 (53.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (3.5%)1 (2.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9996 (10.5%)7 (14.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99915 (26.3%)2 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (8.8%)6 (12.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (19.3%)2 (4.1%)
$150,000 or more2 (3.5%)3 (6.1%)
Total57 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Saxis

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Saxis
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x27 (47.4%)2,499 (5,100.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x8 (14.0%)9 (18.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x1 (1.8%)3 (6.1%)
4.0x or more21 (36.8%)3 (6.1%)
Total57 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Saxis

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Saxis
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80050 (87.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4996 (10.5%)11 (22.5%)
$800 to $1,4991 (1.8%)33 (67.3%)
Total57 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Saxis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Saxis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Saxis
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
26 to 34 Years38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years15 (55.6%)12 (44.4%)
55 to 64 Years61 (89.7%)7 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total203 (79.3%)53 (20.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Saxis

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Saxis
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Saxis

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Saxis
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00090 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99919 (73.1%)7 (26.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99946 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (6.1%)46 (93.9%)
$100,000 and over45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Saxis

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Saxis
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years5 (41.7%)12 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years24 (63.2%)14 (36.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years13 (48.1%)2 (7.4%)
55 to 64 Years45 (66.2%)18 (26.5%)
65 to 74 Years50 (98.0%)39 (76.5%)
75 Years and over12 (100.0%)11 (91.7%)
Total149 (58.2%)110 (43.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Saxis

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Saxis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (7.7%)22 (66.7%)
35 to 64 Years4 (7.0%)9 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (22.2%)12 (50.0%)
75 Years and over1 (50.0%)2 (20.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Saxis

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Saxis: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (50.0%)1 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Saxis: <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%)9 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (7.4%)3 (12.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Saxis: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (7.4%)9 (37.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Saxis: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (66.7%)
35 to 64 Years4 (7.0%)9 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Saxis: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (66.7%)
35 to 64 Years2 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)

Technology Access in Saxis

Computing Device Access in Saxis

Computing Device Access in Saxis
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8372.8%
Smartphone8271.9%
Tablet7061.4%
No Computing Device1815.8%
Total114100.0%

Internet Access in Saxis

Internet Access in Saxis
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home4438.6%
Cellular Data Only97.9%
Satellite Internet2622.8%
No Internet3934.2%
Total114100.0%

Saxis Summary

Saxis is an unincorporated community 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 population of Saxis was estimated to be around 200 people in 2000.

History

Saxis was first settled in the early 1700s by English colonists. The town was named after the Saxis Indians, a Native American tribe that inhabited the area prior to the arrival of the colonists. The Saxis Indians were part of the Powhatan Confederacy, a powerful alliance of Native American tribes in the region. The Saxis Indians were eventually driven out of the area by the colonists, and the town of Saxis was established in 1720.
The town of Saxis was a major port of entry for goods and services in the region. It was also a major center for the oyster industry, which was a major source of income for the town. In the late 1800s, the town was home to several large oyster packing houses.
In the early 1900s, Saxis was a popular destination for tourists. The town was known for its beautiful beaches and its abundance of seafood. The town also had a thriving fishing industry, and was home to several seafood processing plants.
In the mid-1900s, Saxis began to decline in population as the oyster industry declined and the town's economy shifted away from fishing and seafood processing. The town's population decreased from around 500 people in 1950 to around 200 people in 2000.

Geography

Saxis is located on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, approximately 20 miles south of the Maryland border. The town is situated on a peninsula, with the Chesapeake Bay to the east and the Saxis River to the west. The town is surrounded by marshland and wetlands, and is home to several wildlife preserves.
The town of Saxis is located in Accomack County, Virginia. The county is home to several small towns and villages, including Chincoteague, Onancock, and Parksley. The county is also home to several state parks, including Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Assateague Island National Seashore.

Economy

The economy of Saxis is largely based on tourism and fishing. The town is home to several seafood processing plants, and is a popular destination for tourists. The town is also home to several marinas, which provide access to the Chesapeake Bay.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, gift shops, and art galleries. The town is also home to several bed and breakfasts, which provide lodging for tourists.

Demographics

The population of Saxis was estimated to be around 200 people in 2000. The town is predominantly white, with a small African American population. The median household income in Saxis is around $30,000, and the median home value is around $100,000. The town is home to several churches, including the Saxis United Methodist Church and the Saxis Baptist Church.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Saxis?
Total Population of Saxis is 256.
What is the Total Male Population of Saxis?
Total Male Population of Saxis is 136.
What is the Total Female Population of Saxis?
Total Female Population of Saxis is 120.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Saxis?
There are 113.33 Males per 100 Females in Saxis.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Saxis?
There are 88.24 Females per 100 Males in Saxis.
What is the Median Population Age in Saxis?
Median Population Age in Saxis is 56.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Saxis
Average Family Size in Saxis is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Saxis
Average Household Size in Saxis is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Saxis?
Per Capita income in Saxis is $23,777.
What is the Median Household income in Saxis?
Median Household Income in Saxis is $38,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Saxis?
Income or Wage Gap in Saxis is 47.7%.
Women in Saxis earn 52.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Saxis?
Inequality or Gini Index in Saxis is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Saxis?
There are 99 People in the Labor Forcein in Saxis.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Saxis?
40.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Saxis.