Prosser, WA

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Prosser Overview

6,138
TOTAL POPULATION
2,906
MALE POPULATION
3,232
FEMALE POPULATION
89.91
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,871
PER CAPITA INCOME
$66,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$64,622
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
47.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
52.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,708
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Prosser Zip Codes

Prosser Area Codes

Race in Prosser

The most populous races in Prosser are White / Caucasian (3,905 | 63.6%), Hispanic or Latino (3,270 | 53.3%), and Some other Race (1,231 | 20.1%).
Race in Prosser
Race# Population% Population
Asian1833.0%
Black / African American701.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific100.2%
Hispanic or Latino3,27053.3%
Native / Alaskan621.0%
White / Caucasian3,90563.6%
Two or more Races67711.0%
Some other Race1,23120.1%
Total6,138100.0%

Ancestry in Prosser

The most populous ancestries reported in Prosser are Mexican (3,098 | 50.5%), English (857 | 14.0%), German (553 | 9.0%), Irish (546 | 8.9%), and American (205 | 3.3%), together accounting for 85.7% of all Prosser residents.
Ancestry in Prosser
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2053.3%
Belgian120.2%
British190.3%
Canadian390.6%
Central American160.3%
Central American Indian490.8%
Croatian400.6%
Danish360.6%
Dutch1252.0%
English85714.0%
European841.4%
Finnish270.4%
French1392.3%
French Canadian230.4%
German5539.0%
Indian (Asian)110.2%
Irish5468.9%
Italian1282.1%
Korean1482.4%
Mexican3,09850.5%
Mexican American Indian580.9%
Norwegian500.8%
Polish340.5%
Puerto Rican110.2%
Russian150.2%
Salvadoran160.3%
Scandinavian611.0%
Scotch-Irish360.6%
Scottish601.0%
Slovak661.1%
Spanish731.2%
Swedish390.6%
Swiss260.4%
Thai240.4%
Welsh601.0%
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Immigrants in Prosser

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Prosser came from Central America (891 | 14.5%), Latin America (891 | 14.5%), Mexico (779 | 12.7%), Asia (118 | 1.9%), and Nicaragua (96 | 1.6%), together accounting for 45.2% of all Prosser residents.
Immigrants in Prosser
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1181.9%
Central America89114.5%
China110.2%
Eastern Asia110.2%
El Salvador160.3%
Europe110.2%
France110.2%
Hong Kong110.2%
India240.4%
Latin America89114.5%
Mexico77912.7%
Nicaragua961.6%
Philippines831.3%
South Central Asia240.4%
South Eastern Asia831.3%
Western Europe110.2%
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Sex and Age in Prosser

Sex and Age in Prosser

The most populous age groups in Prosser are 10 to 14 Years (335 | 11.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (415 | 12.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Prosser
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (5.2%)248 (7.7%)
5 to 9 Years257 (8.8%)295 (9.1%)
10 to 14 Years335 (11.5%)309 (9.6%)
15 to 19 Years66 (2.3%)46 (1.4%)
20 to 24 Years235 (8.1%)415 (12.8%)
25 to 29 Years295 (10.2%)146 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Years232 (8.0%)272 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Years169 (5.8%)39 (1.2%)
40 to 44 Years121 (4.2%)136 (4.2%)
45 to 49 Years143 (4.9%)154 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years245 (8.4%)227 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years108 (3.7%)103 (3.2%)
60 to 64 Years139 (4.8%)122 (3.8%)
65 to 69 Years91 (3.1%)127 (3.9%)
70 to 74 Years111 (3.8%)247 (7.6%)
75 to 79 Years81 (2.8%)123 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years102 (3.5%)70 (2.2%)
85 Years and over26 (0.9%)153 (4.7%)
Total2,906 (100.0%)3,232 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Prosser

Median Family Size in Prosser

The median family size in Prosser is 3.28 persons per family, with single female/mother families (309 | 19.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (181 | 11.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.17 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Prosser
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,069 (68.6%)3.29
Single Male/Father181 (11.6%)3.17
Single Female/Mother309 (19.8%)3.30
Total Families1,559 (100.0%)3.28

Median Household Size in Prosser

The median household size in Prosser is 2.72 persons per household, with single male/father households (181 | 8.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.92 persons per household. non-family households (696 | 30.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.03 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Prosser
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,069 (47.4%)3.29
Single Male/Father181 (8.0%)3.92
Single Female/Mother309 (13.7%)3.85
Non-family696 (30.9%)1.03
Total Households2,255 (100.0%)2.72

Household Size by Marriage Status in Prosser

Out of a total of 2,255 households in Prosser, 1,559 (69.1%) are family households, while 696 (30.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 443, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 678.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Prosser
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-678 (30.1%)
2-Person Households441 (19.6%)18 (0.8%)
3-Person Households443 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households429 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households180 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households66 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,559 (69.1%)696 (30.9%)

Female Fertility in Prosser

Fertility by Age in Prosser

Female Fertility by Age in Prosser
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 Prosser

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Prosser
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 Prosser

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Prosser
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 Prosser

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Prosser
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 Prosser

Income Overview in Prosser

Per Capita Income in Prosser is $28,871, while median incomes of families and households are $66,250 and $64,622 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,138$28,871
Median Family Income1,559$66,250
Mean Family Income1,559$84,535
Median Household Income2,255$64,622
Mean Household Income2,255$76,069
Income Deficit1,559$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,13847.37%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,13852.63¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,1380.41

Earnings by Sex in Prosser

Average Earnings in Prosser are $37,093, $45,837 for men and $24,125 for women, a difference of 47.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Prosser
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,500 (54.4%)$45,837
Female1,255 (45.6%)$24,125
Total2,755 (100.0%)$37,093

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Prosser

The most common earnings brackets in Prosser are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (289 | 19.3%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (190 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Prosser
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less75 (5.0%)61 (4.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99929 (1.9%)48 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49957 (3.8%)88 (7.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99935 (2.3%)59 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49938 (2.5%)31 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99986 (5.7%)20 (1.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)150 (11.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99949 (3.3%)112 (8.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49916 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (0.7%)90 (7.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999143 (9.5%)45 (3.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9992 (0.1%)58 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99977 (5.1%)60 (4.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99954 (3.6%)8 (0.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999289 (19.3%)12 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99916 (1.1%)17 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99977 (5.1%)190 (15.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999104 (6.9%)13 (1.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999171 (11.4%)108 (8.6%)
$100,000+171 (11.4%)85 (6.8%)
Total1,500 (100.0%)1,255 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Prosser

Average earnings in Prosser are $47,001 for men and $31,875 for women, a difference of 32.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $99,420, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $42,396. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $75,589, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,019.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Prosser
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$42,396$16,019
High School Diploma$46,044$24,705
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$99,420$75,589
Graduate Degree$84,522$0
Total$47,001$31,875

Family Income in Prosser

Family Income Brackets in Prosser

According to the Prosser family income data, there are 483 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Prosser
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000251.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999654.2%
$25,000 to $34,99924815.9%
$35,000 to $49,999513.3%
$50,000 to $74,99948331.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991368.7%
$100,000 to $149,99938524.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991348.6%
$200,000+332.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Prosser

2-person families (579 | 37.1%) account for the highest median family income in Prosser with $69,435 per family, while 2-person families (579 | 37.1%) have the highest median income of $34,718 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Prosser
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families579 (37.1%)$69,435
3-Person Families411 (26.4%)$61,788
4-Person Families380 (24.4%)$63,802
5-Person Families123 (7.9%)$0
6-Person Families66 (4.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,559 (100.0%)$66,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Prosser

The median family income in Prosser is $66,250, with families comprising 3+ earners (167) having the highest median family income of $122,539, while families with 1 earner (821) have the lowest median family income of $56,914, accounting for 10.7% and 52.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Prosser
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners215 (13.8%)$69,375
1 Earner821 (52.7%)$56,914
2 Earners356 (22.8%)$100,357
3+ Earners167 (10.7%)$122,539
Total1,559 (100.0%)$66,250

Household Income in Prosser

Household Income Brackets in Prosser

With 530 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Prosser, accounting for 23.5% of all households. In contrast, only 54 households (2.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Prosser
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001044.6%
$10,000 to $14,999974.3%
$15,000 to $24,99923010.2%
$25,000 to $34,99931814.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991064.7%
$50,000 to $74,99945320.1%
$75,000 to $99,9992149.5%
$100,000 to $149,99953023.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991496.6%
$200,000+542.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Prosser

The median household income in Prosser is $64,622, with the highest median household income of $101,572 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 657 households (29.1%) 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 16 households (0.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Prosser
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years16 (0.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years749 (33.2%)$65,750
45 to 64 Years657 (29.1%)$101,572
65+ Years833 (36.9%)$33,808
Total2,255 (100.0%)$64,622

Poverty in Prosser

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Prosser

With 19.3% poverty level for males and 21.7% for females among the residents of Prosser, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 193 males (71.8%) and 117 females (42.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Prosser
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)34 (13.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years70 (29.9%)117 (42.9%)
12 to 14 Years193 (71.8%)68 (32.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years72 (30.6%)74 (17.8%)
25 to 34 Years25 (4.7%)80 (19.1%)
35 to 44 Years51 (17.6%)72 (41.1%)
45 to 54 Years59 (15.2%)97 (25.5%)
55 to 64 Years12 (4.9%)36 (16.0%)
65 to 74 Years53 (26.2%)72 (19.3%)
75 Years and over25 (12.1%)49 (14.4%)
Total560 (19.3%)699 (21.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Prosser

According to the poverty statistics in Prosser, males aged under 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Prosser
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (100.0%)214 (86.3%)
5 Years89 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years164 (70.1%)156 (57.1%)
12 to 14 Years76 (28.2%)139 (67.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years66 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years163 (69.4%)341 (82.2%)
25 to 34 Years502 (95.3%)338 (80.9%)
35 to 44 Years239 (82.4%)103 (58.9%)
45 to 54 Years329 (84.8%)284 (74.5%)
55 to 64 Years235 (95.1%)189 (84.0%)
65 to 74 Years149 (73.8%)302 (80.7%)
75 Years and over182 (87.9%)291 (85.6%)
Total2,344 (80.7%)2,527 (78.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Prosser

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Prosser show that 16.7% or 178 of the total 1,069 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 31.5%, comprising of 139 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Prosser
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children532 (93.2%)39 (6.8%)
1 or 2 Children302 (68.5%)139 (31.5%)
3 or 4 Children57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total891 (83.4%)178 (16.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Prosser

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Prosser
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)19 (9.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)72 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)91 (29.4%)

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

The poverty data for Prosser shows that 178 of the married-couple family households (16.7%) and 91 of the single-parent households (18.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 139 households (31.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 72 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Prosser
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children39 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children139 (31.5%)19 (6.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)72 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total178 (16.7%)91 (18.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Prosser

Employment by Class of Employer in Prosser

Among the 2,408 employed individuals in Prosser, private company employees (1,561 | 64.8%), state government employees (313 | 13.0%), and local government employees (236 | 9.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Prosser
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,56164.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)160.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)542.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1335.5%
Local Government Employees2369.8%
State Government Employees31313.0%
Federal Government Employees502.1%
Unpaid Family Workers451.9%
Total2,408100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Prosser

According to the labor force statistics for Prosser, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,544), 59.6% or 2,708 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.5% or 284 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 95.0% or 419 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 43.9% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Prosser
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years38 (33.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years441 (67.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years419 (95.0%)57 (13.6%)
30 to 34 Years475 (94.2%)106 (22.4%)
35 to 44 Years387 (83.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years585 (76.1%)82 (14.0%)
55 to 59 Years139 (65.9%)12 (8.6%)
60 to 64 Years111 (42.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years47 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over66 (11.9%)29 (43.9%)
Total2,708 (59.6%)284 (10.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Prosser

According to labor force statistics for Prosser, 79.8% of individuals (2,115) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,651) are in the labor force, with 12.0% or 254 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 94.5% or 583 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 26.4% or 154 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Prosser
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School327 (60.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma583 (94.5%)163 (26.4%)
College / Associate Degree605 (75.5%)135 (16.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher601 (87.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,115 (79.8%)318 (12.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Prosser

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Prosser are Community & Social Service (413 | 17.2%), Management (227 | 9.5%), Education Instruction & Library (193 | 8.1%), Legal Services & Support (104 | 4.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (87 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Prosser

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Prosser, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (92.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (62.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Prosser
OccupationMaleFemale
Management101 (44.5%)126 (55.5%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science21 (80.8%)5 (19.2%)
Computers & Mathematics10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
Community & Social Service 198 (47.9%)215 (52.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support96 (92.3%)8 (7.7%)
Education Instruction & Library73 (37.8%)120 (62.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating49 (80.3%)12 (19.7%)
Health Technologists21 (65.6%)11 (34.4%)
Total (Category)369 (48.2%)397 (51.8%)
Total (Overall)1,236 (51.5%)1,163 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Prosser are Food Preparation & Serving (388 | 16.2%), Healthcare Support (207 | 8.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (185 | 7.7%), and Personal Care & Service (9 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations in Prosser

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Prosser, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (36.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Prosser
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)207 (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 & Serving142 (36.6%)246 (63.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Category)327 (41.4%)462 (58.6%)
Total (Overall)1,236 (51.5%)1,163 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Prosser are Office & Administration (193 | 8.1%), and Sales & Related (153 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Prosser

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Prosser
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related48 (31.4%)105 (68.6%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)193 (100.0%)
Total (Category)48 (13.9%)298 (86.1%)
Total (Overall)1,236 (51.5%)1,163 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Prosser are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (192 | 8.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (88 | 3.7%), and Construction & Extraction (11 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Prosser

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Prosser
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)291 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,236 (51.5%)1,163 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Prosser are Production (117 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (90 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Prosser

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Prosser
OccupationMaleFemale
Production111 (94.9%)6 (5.1%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)201 (97.1%)6 (2.9%)
Total (Overall)1,236 (51.5%)1,163 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Prosser

Employment Industries in Prosser

The major employment industries in Prosser include Accommodation & Food Services (427 | 17.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (378 | 15.8%), Educational Services (279 | 11.6%), Manufacturing (230 | 9.6%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (208 | 8.7%).
Employment Industries in Prosser

Employment Industries by Sex in Prosser

The Prosser industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Prosser
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting208 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing223 (97.0%)7 (3.0%)
Wholesale Trade28 (35.4%)51 (64.6%)
Retail Trade76 (53.1%)67 (46.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance10 (16.1%)52 (83.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support79 (76.7%)24 (23.3%)
Educational Services84 (30.1%)195 (69.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance126 (33.3%)252 (66.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services181 (42.4%)246 (57.6%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)192 (100.0%)
Total1,236 (51.5%)1,163 (48.5%)

Education in Prosser

School Enrollment in Prosser

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,681 students in Prosser are middle school (578 | 34.4%), elementary school (392 | 23.3%), and college / undergraduate (341 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Prosser
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1187.0%
Kindergarten1378.2%
Elementary School39223.3%
Middle School57834.4%
High School845.0%
College / Undergraduate34120.3%
Graduate / Professional311.8%
Total1,681100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Prosser

Out of a total of 1,681 students who are enrolled in schools in Prosser, 138 (8.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,543 (91.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 29 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 644 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Prosser
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old529 (95.8%)23 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds644 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds210 (87.9%)29 (12.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds31 (35.2%)57 (64.8%)
35 Years and over45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,543 (91.8%)138 (8.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Prosser

Education (283 | 28.3%), business (195 | 19.5%), arts & humanities (170 | 17.0%), science & technology (162 | 16.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (61 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,000 individuals in Prosser who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Prosser
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural616.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology90.9%
Social Sciences262.6%
Engineering50.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies222.2%
Science & Technology16216.2%
Business19519.5%
Education28328.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History555.5%
Visual & Performing Arts121.2%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities17017.0%
Total1,000100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Prosser

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Prosser

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Prosser are males with 2 vehicles (415, accounting for 34.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (292, making up 34.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Prosser
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)54 (4.5%)
1 Vehicle197 (16.2%)234 (19.6%)
2 Vehicles415 (34.1%)292 (24.5%)
3 Vehicles226 (18.6%)266 (22.3%)
4 Vehicles338 (27.8%)279 (23.4%)
5 or more Vehicles40 (3.3%)67 (5.6%)
Total1,216 (100.0%)1,192 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Prosser

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Prosser are 20 to 24 minutes (366 commuters, 16.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (341 commuters, 15.7%), and 5 to 9 minutes (337 commuters, 15.5%).
Commute Time in Prosser
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes29513.6%
5 to 9 Minutes33715.5%
10 to 14 Minutes34115.7%
15 to 19 Minutes2079.5%
20 to 24 Minutes36616.9%
25 to 29 Minutes552.5%
30 to 34 Minutes24211.2%
35 to 39 Minutes432.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1667.6%
60 to 89 Minutes653.0%
90 or more Minutes542.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Prosser

The most common commute times in Prosser are 20 to 24 minutes (292 commuters, 24.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (232 commuters, 23.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Prosser
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes136 (11.5%)159 (16.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes165 (13.9%)172 (17.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes109 (9.2%)232 (23.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes93 (7.8%)114 (11.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes292 (24.6%)74 (7.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes55 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes56 (4.7%)186 (18.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes15 (1.3%)28 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes148 (12.5%)18 (1.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes65 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes54 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Prosser

The most frequent times of departure to work in Prosser are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (317, 26.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (199, 20.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Prosser
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM146 (12.3%)134 (13.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM43 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM103 (8.7%)20 (2.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM117 (9.9%)128 (13.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM204 (17.2%)47 (4.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM317 (26.7%)199 (20.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM62 (5.2%)139 (14.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM12 (1.0%)84 (8.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (1.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM45 (3.8%)80 (8.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)35 (3.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM81 (6.8%)75 (7.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM58 (4.9%)29 (2.9%)
Total1,188 (100.0%)983 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Prosser

Occupancy by Ownership in Prosser

Of the total 2,255 dwellings in Prosser, owner-occupied units account for 1,247 (55.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,008 (44.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Prosser
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,24755.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,00844.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,255100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Prosser

Occupancy by Household Size in Prosser
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household67830.1%
2-Person Household45920.3%
3-Person Household44319.7%
4+ Person Household67529.9%
Total Housing Units2,255100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Prosser

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Prosser
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household306 (45.1%)372 (54.9%)
2-Person Household367 (80.0%)92 (20.0%)
3-Person Household294 (66.4%)149 (33.6%)
4+ Person Household280 (41.5%)395 (58.5%)
Total Housing Units1,247 (55.3%)1,008 (44.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Prosser

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Prosser
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School152 (28.0%)391 (72.0%)
High School Diploma215 (40.0%)323 (60.0%)
College/Associate Degree422 (72.6%)159 (27.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher458 (77.2%)135 (22.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Prosser

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Prosser
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years45820.3%
35 to 44 Years30713.6%
45 to 54 Years40017.7%
55 to 64 Years25711.4%
65 to 74 Years39317.4%
75 to 84 Years27912.4%
85 Years and Over1617.1%
Total2,255100.0%

Housing Finances in Prosser

Median Income by Occupancy in Prosser

Median Income by Occupancy in Prosser
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,247 (55.3%)$86,875
Renter-Occupied1,008 (44.7%)$28,611
Average2,255 (100.0%)$64,622

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Prosser

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Prosser
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00041 (3.3%)49 (4.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)13 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99912 (1.0%)86 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99976 (6.1%)50 (5.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99924 (1.9%)81 (8.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (3.5%)275 (27.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99978 (6.3%)28 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999264 (21.2%)189 (18.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999163 (13.1%)51 (5.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999368 (29.5%)161 (16.0%)
$150,000 or more178 (14.3%)25 (2.5%)
Total1,247 (100.0%)1,008 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Prosser

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Prosser
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30088 (7.1%)48 (4.8%)
$300 to $499151 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799256 (20.5%)226 (22.4%)
$800 to $999105 (8.4%)339 (33.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499288 (23.1%)75 (7.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999245 (19.7%)205 (20.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49934 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99941 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more39 (3.1%)29 (2.9%)
Total1,247 (100.0%)1,008 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Prosser

Housing Structures in Prosser

Housing Structures in Prosser
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,48866.0%
Single Unit, Attached381.7%
2 Unit Apartments180.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments502.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1416.2%
10 or more Apartments36416.1%
Mobile Home / Other1566.9%
Total2,255100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Prosser

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Prosser
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,104 (74.2%)384 (25.8%)
Single Unit, Attached9 (23.7%)29 (76.3%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments15 (10.6%)126 (89.4%)
10 or more Apartments48 (13.2%)316 (86.8%)
Mobile Home / Other71 (45.5%)85 (54.5%)
Total1,247 (55.3%)1,008 (44.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Prosser

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Prosser
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)102 (10.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms43 (3.5%)114 (11.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms332 (26.6%)660 (65.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms527 (42.3%)57 (5.7%)
8 or more Rooms345 (27.7%)75 (7.4%)
Total1,247 (100.0%)1,008 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Prosser

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Prosser
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas234 (18.8%)28 (2.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity996 (79.9%)980 (97.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels17 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,247 (100.0%)1,008 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Prosser

Household Vehicle Usage in Prosser
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle43 (3.5%)202 (20.0%)
1 Vehicle223 (17.9%)363 (36.0%)
2 Vehicles478 (38.3%)203 (20.1%)
3 or more Vehicles503 (40.3%)240 (23.8%)
Total1,247 (100.0%)1,008 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Prosser

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Prosser

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units470777
Median Property Value$255,200$248,200
Median Household Income$77,969$114
Monthly Housing Costs$518$39
Real Estate Taxes$2,242$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Prosser

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Prosser
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00013 (2.8%)25 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99928 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999365 (77.7%)424 (54.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99964 (13.6%)303 (39.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)25 (3.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total470 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Prosser

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Prosser
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00031 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99968 (14.5%)10 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (9.1%)44 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99937 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99950 (10.6%)41 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99986 (18.3%)214 (27.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99991 (19.4%)77 (9.9%)
$150,000 or more64 (13.6%)277 (35.6%)
Total470 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Prosser

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Prosser
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x148 (31.5%)108,750 (13,996.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x145 (30.8%)272 (35.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x26 (5.5%)166 (21.4%)
4.0x or more151 (32.1%)144 (18.5%)
Total470 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Prosser

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Prosser
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80077 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49987 (18.5%)49 (6.3%)
$800 to $1,499306 (65.1%)58 (7.5%)
Total470 (100.0%)777 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Prosser

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prosser

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prosser
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years611 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,095 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years524 (66.6%)263 (33.4%)
26 to 34 Years608 (78.0%)171 (22.0%)
35 to 44 Years393 (84.5%)72 (15.5%)
45 to 54 Years570 (74.1%)199 (25.9%)
55 to 64 Years425 (90.0%)47 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years576 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older547 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,349 (87.7%)752 (12.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Prosser

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Prosser
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born611 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,095 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen524 (66.6%)263 (33.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Prosser

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Prosser
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000549 (96.5%)20 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999936 (79.7%)238 (20.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,147 (88.4%)150 (11.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999605 (88.8%)76 (11.2%)
$100,000 and over2,112 (88.7%)268 (11.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prosser

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prosser
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6201 (32.9%)475 (77.7%)
6 to 18 Years770 (70.3%)457 (41.7%)
19 to 25 Years154 (19.6%)427 (54.3%)
25 to 34 Years73 (9.4%)535 (68.7%)
35 to 44 Years123 (26.5%)270 (58.1%)
45 to 54 Years91 (11.8%)479 (62.3%)
55 to 64 Years181 (38.4%)340 (72.0%)
65 to 74 Years576 (100.0%)323 (56.1%)
75 Years and over547 (100.0%)232 (42.4%)
Total2,716 (44.5%)3,538 (58.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Prosser

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Prosser
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)23 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years114 (12.3%)68 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years32 (15.8%)112 (29.9%)
75 Years and over78 (37.7%)296 (87.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Prosser

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Prosser: <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%)6 (1.6%)
75 Years and over67 (32.4%)102 (30.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Prosser: <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%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (3.2%)
75 Years and over29 (14.0%)18 (5.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Prosser: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)23 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (3.5%)27 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (6.3%)159 (46.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Prosser: <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 Years114 (12.3%)59 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years32 (15.8%)100 (26.7%)
75 Years and over42 (20.3%)266 (78.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Prosser: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years31 (3.4%)9 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)50 (13.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)101 (29.7%)

Technology Access in Prosser

Computing Device Access in Prosser

Computing Device Access in Prosser
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,53468.0%
Smartphone1,89083.8%
Tablet1,27556.5%
No Computing Device2018.9%
Total2,255100.0%

Internet Access in Prosser

Internet Access in Prosser
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,59070.5%
Cellular Data Only23910.6%
Satellite Internet29513.1%
No Internet33314.8%
Total2,255100.0%

Prosser Summary

Prosser, Washington is a small city located in the Yakima Valley in the southeastern part of the state. It is the county seat of Benton County and is situated along the Yakima River. The city has a population of 5,714 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Benton County.

History

Prosser was founded in 1892 by William Prosser, a settler from Iowa. He purchased land from the Northern Pacific Railway and established a small farming community. The town was officially incorporated in 1899.
In the early 1900s, Prosser was a thriving agricultural community, with many farmers growing apples, cherries, and other fruits. The town was also home to several wineries, which produced some of the finest wines in the state.
In the 1950s, Prosser began to experience a population boom as people moved to the area to take advantage of the fertile soil and mild climate. The city was also home to several large industries, including a sugar beet processing plant and a cannery.

Geography

Prosser is located in the Yakima Valley, which is part of the Columbia Plateau. The city is situated along the Yakima River, which provides irrigation for the surrounding agricultural lands. The city is located at an elevation of 1,068 feet (325 m).
The climate in Prosser is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). The average annual precipitation is 8.5 inches (216 mm).

Economy

Agriculture is the main economic driver in Prosser. The city is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of fruits and vegetables, including apples, cherries, and grapes. The city is also home to several wineries, which produce some of the finest wines in the state.
In addition to agriculture, Prosser is home to several large industries, including a sugar beet processing plant and a cannery. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Prosser had a population of 5,714. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 15.3% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 24.2% of the population.
The median household income in Prosser was $41,944, and the median family income was $48,958. The per capita income was $19,945. About 16.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Prosser is a small city with a rich history and a diverse population. The city is home to several large farms and industries, which provide employment opportunities for its residents. The city is also home to several wineries, which produce some of the finest wines in the state. Prosser is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Prosser?
Total Population of Prosser is 6,138.
What is the Total Male Population of Prosser?
Total Male Population of Prosser is 2,906.
What is the Total Female Population of Prosser?
Total Female Population of Prosser is 3,232.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Prosser?
There are 89.91 Males per 100 Females in Prosser.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Prosser?
There are 111.22 Females per 100 Males in Prosser.
What is the Median Population Age in Prosser?
Median Population Age in Prosser is 33.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Prosser
Average Family Size in Prosser is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Prosser
Average Household Size in Prosser is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Prosser?
Per Capita income in Prosser is $28,871.
What is the Median Family Income in Prosser?
Median Family Income in Prosser is $66,250.
What is the Median Household income in Prosser?
Median Household Income in Prosser is $64,622.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Prosser?
Income or Wage Gap in Prosser is 47.4%.
Women in Prosser earn 52.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Prosser?
Inequality or Gini Index in Prosser is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Prosser?
There are 2,708 People in the Labor Forcein in Prosser.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Prosser?
59.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Prosser.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Prosser?
Unemployment Rate in Prosser is 10.5%.