Fitchburg, WI
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Fitchburg Overview
29,826
TOTAL POPULATION
16,160
MALE POPULATION
13,666
FEMALE POPULATION
118.25
MALES / 100 FEMALES
84.57
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$55,757
PER CAPITA INCOME
$124,786
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$87,253
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,221
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
17,975
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
72.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Fitchburg Area Codes
Race in Fitchburg
The most populous races in Fitchburg are White / Caucasian (21,224 | 71.2%), Hispanic or Latino (4,163 | 14.0%), and Two or more Races (2,700 | 9.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2,522 | 8.5% |
| Black / African American | 2,235 | 7.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 39 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4,163 | 14.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 39 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 21,224 | 71.2% |
| Two or more Races | 2,700 | 9.0% |
| Some other Race | 1,067 | 3.6% |
| Total | 29,826 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Fitchburg
The most populous ancestries reported in Fitchburg are German (8,435 | 28.3%), Irish (3,696 | 12.4%), English (3,145 | 10.5%), Mexican (2,456 | 8.2%), and Norwegian (2,296 | 7.7%), together accounting for 67.1% of all Fitchburg residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 19 | 0.1% |
| African | 521 | 1.8% |
| Albanian | 69 | 0.2% |
| American | 392 | 1.3% |
| Apache | 7 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 22 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 77 | 0.3% |
| Australian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 127 | 0.4% |
| Bangladeshi | 480 | 1.6% |
| Belgian | 111 | 0.4% |
| Bhutanese | 177 | 0.6% |
| Brazilian | 11 | 0.0% |
| British | 113 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 75 | 0.3% |
| Cambodian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 657 | 2.2% |
| Cherokee | 7 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 21 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 187 | 0.6% |
| Costa Rican | 17 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 47 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 244 | 0.8% |
| Czechoslovakian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 434 | 1.5% |
| Dominican | 29 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 455 | 1.5% |
| Eastern European | 66 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 171 | 0.6% |
| Egyptian | 22 | 0.1% |
| English | 3,145 | 10.5% |
| Ethiopian | 8 | 0.0% |
| European | 660 | 2.2% |
| Filipino | 37 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 78 | 0.3% |
| French | 514 | 1.7% |
| French American Indian | 16 | 0.1% |
| French Canadian | 158 | 0.5% |
| German | 8,435 | 28.3% |
| Greek | 52 | 0.2% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 39 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 90 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 64 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 145 | 0.5% |
| Indian (Asian) | 591 | 2.0% |
| Iranian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 3,696 | 12.4% |
| Iroquois | 4 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,347 | 4.5% |
| Jamaican | 4 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 152 | 0.5% |
| Latvian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 81 | 0.3% |
| Luxembourger | 32 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 132 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 2,456 | 8.2% |
| Mexican American Indian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 9 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 356 | 1.2% |
| Nigerian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 95 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 2,296 | 7.7% |
| Okinawan | 17 | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 270 | 0.9% |
| Peruvian | 53 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 1,371 | 4.6% |
| Portuguese | 50 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 270 | 0.9% |
| Romanian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 64 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 130 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 96 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 220 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 251 | 0.8% |
| Serbian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 85 | 0.3% |
| Slovene | 25 | 0.1% |
| Somali | 58 | 0.2% |
| South African | 110 | 0.4% |
| South American | 669 | 2.2% |
| Spaniard | 5 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 30 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 286 | 1.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 717 | 2.4% |
| Swedish | 770 | 2.6% |
| Swiss | 338 | 1.1% |
| Thai | 583 | 1.9% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 7 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 138 | 0.5% |
| Venezuelan | 181 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 236 | 0.8% | View All 93 Rows |
Immigrants in Fitchburg
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fitchburg came from Latin America (1,800 | 6.0%), Asia (1,509 | 5.1%), Central America (1,216 | 4.1%), Mexico (835 | 2.8%), and South Eastern Asia (695 | 2.3%), together accounting for 20.3% of all Fitchburg residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Afghanistan | 37 | 0.1% |
| Africa | 182 | 0.6% |
| Albania | 69 | 0.2% |
| Argentina | 52 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 1,509 | 5.1% |
| Australia | 11 | 0.0% |
| Austria | 18 | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | 30 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 24 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 79 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 1,216 | 4.1% |
| China | 189 | 0.6% |
| Colombia | 171 | 0.6% |
| Costa Rica | 17 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 45 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Africa | 76 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 264 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Europe | 115 | 0.4% |
| Ecuador | 37 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 22 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 115 | 0.4% |
| England | 11 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 233 | 0.8% |
| Germany | 26 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 35 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 64 | 0.2% |
| India | 420 | 1.4% |
| Iran | 11 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 4 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 10 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 26 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 241 | 0.8% |
| Latin America | 1,800 | 6.0% |
| Mexico | 835 | 2.8% |
| Morocco | 73 | 0.2% |
| Nicaragua | 150 | 0.5% |
| Nigeria | 11 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 95 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 54 | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 11 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 82 | 0.3% |
| Peru | 95 | 0.3% |
| Philippines | 32 | 0.1% |
| Singapore | 17 | 0.1% |
| Somalia | 58 | 0.2% |
| South America | 505 | 1.7% |
| South Central Asia | 550 | 1.8% |
| South Eastern Asia | 695 | 2.3% |
| Southern Europe | 20 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 20 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 19 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 143 | 0.5% |
| Venezuela | 150 | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | 262 | 0.9% |
| Western Africa | 11 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 44 | 0.2% | View All 58 Rows |
Sex and Age in Fitchburg
Sex and Age in Fitchburg
The most populous age groups in Fitchburg are 25 to 29 Years (2,241 | 13.9%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (1,633 | 11.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 660 (4.1%) | 935 (6.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,032 (6.4%) | 652 (4.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 987 (6.1%) | 513 (3.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 614 (3.8%) | 379 (2.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,656 (10.2%) | 1,320 (9.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,241 (13.9%) | 1,633 (11.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,374 (8.5%) | 1,463 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,236 (7.6%) | 1,111 (8.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,138 (7.0%) | 676 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 682 (4.2%) | 746 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 651 (4.0%) | 539 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,032 (6.4%) | 908 (6.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 816 (5.1%) | 824 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,142 (7.1%) | 599 (4.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 360 (2.2%) | 570 (4.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 299 (1.8%) | 247 (1.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 147 (0.9%) | 334 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 93 (0.6%) | 217 (1.6%) |
| Total | 16,160 (100.0%) | 13,666 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Fitchburg
Median Family Size in Fitchburg
The median family size in Fitchburg is 2.76 persons per family, with married-couple families (5,422 | 75.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.87 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (422 | 5.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,422 (75.8%) | 2.87 |
| Single Male/Father | 422 (5.9%) | 2.24 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,304 (18.2%) | 2.46 |
| Total Families | 7,148 (100.0%) | 2.76 |
Median Household Size in Fitchburg
The median household size in Fitchburg is 2.11 persons per household, with married-couple households (5,422 | 39.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.88 persons per household. non-family households (6,541 | 47.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,422 (39.6%) | 2.88 |
| Single Male/Father | 422 (3.1%) | 2.52 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,304 (9.5%) | 2.70 |
| Non-family | 6,541 (47.8%) | 1.33 |
| Total Households | 13,689 (100.0%) | 2.11 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fitchburg
Out of a total of 13,689 households in Fitchburg, 7,148 (52.2%) are family households, while 6,541 (47.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,730, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,812.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,812 (35.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,730 (27.3%) | 1,481 (10.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,759 (12.9%) | 212 (1.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,015 (7.4%) | 36 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 423 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 193 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 28 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,148 (52.2%) | 6,541 (47.8%) |
Female Fertility in Fitchburg
Fertility by Age in Fitchburg
Average fertility rate in Fitchburg is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 64.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 193 (64.3%) | 44.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 107 (35.7%) | 40.0 |
| Total | 300 (100.0%) | 40.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fitchburg
79.0% of women with births (300) in Fitchburg are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 32.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 130 (67.4%) | 63 (32.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 237 (79.0%) | 63 (21.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Fitchburg
Average fertility rate in Fitchburg is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 88.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 45.3% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 48 (16.0%) | 83.0 |
| High School Diploma | 34 (11.3%) | 32.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 35 (11.7%) | 22.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 47 (15.7%) | 17.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 136 (45.3%) | 88.0 |
| Total | 300 (100.0%) | 40.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fitchburg
21.0% of women with births in Fitchburg are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 19 (55.9%) | 15 (44.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 237 (79.0%) | 63 (21.0%) |
Income in Fitchburg
Income Overview in Fitchburg
Per Capita Income in Fitchburg is $55,757, while median incomes of families and households are $124,786 and $87,253 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 29,826 | $55,757 |
| Median Family Income | 7,148 | $124,786 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,148 | $152,906 |
| Median Household Income | 13,689 | $87,253 |
| Mean Household Income | 13,689 | $120,249 |
| Income Deficit | 7,148 | $7,221 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 29,826 | 13.76% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 29,826 | 86.24¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 29,826 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Fitchburg
Average Earnings in Fitchburg are $50,725, $55,422 for men and $47,795 for women, a difference of 13.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 10,547 (55.1%) | $55,422 |
| Female | 8,594 (44.9%) | $47,795 |
| Total | 19,141 (100.0%) | $50,725 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fitchburg
The most common earnings brackets in Fitchburg are $100,000+ for men (2,795 | 26.5%) and $100,000+ for women (1,207 | 14.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 233 (2.2%) | 211 (2.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 208 (2.0%) | 315 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 157 (1.5%) | 197 (2.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 298 (2.8%) | 86 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 170 (1.6%) | 275 (3.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 330 (3.1%) | 214 (2.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 267 (2.5%) | 243 (2.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 119 (1.1%) | 250 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 328 (3.1%) | 223 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 153 (1.5%) | 200 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 476 (4.5%) | 575 (6.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 534 (5.1%) | 398 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 565 (5.4%) | 306 (3.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 678 (6.4%) | 458 (5.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 422 (4.0%) | 518 (6.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 266 (2.5%) | 554 (6.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 929 (8.8%) | 1,024 (11.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 582 (5.5%) | 709 (8.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,037 (9.8%) | 631 (7.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 2,795 (26.5%) | 1,207 (14.0%) |
| Total | 10,547 (100.0%) | 8,594 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fitchburg
Average earnings in Fitchburg are $60,512 for men and $51,485 for women, a difference of 14.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $98,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,603. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,850, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,368.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $35,603 | $11,368 |
| High School Diploma | $46,638 | $21,563 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $43,010 | $42,177 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $92,654 | $52,147 |
| Graduate Degree | $98,250 | $70,850 |
| Total | $60,512 | $51,485 |
Family Income in Fitchburg
Family Income Brackets in Fitchburg
According to the Fitchburg family income data, there are 1,844 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.8% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 136 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 136 | 1.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 157 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 329 | 4.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 279 | 3.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 386 | 5.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,029 | 14.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 822 | 11.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,044 | 14.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,122 | 15.7% |
| $200,000+ | 1,844 | 25.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fitchburg
4-person families (824 | 11.5%) account for the highest median family income in Fitchburg with $166,591 per family, while 2-person families (3,979 | 55.7%) have the highest median income of $51,375 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,979 (55.7%) | $102,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,746 (24.4%) | $151,111 |
| 4-Person Families | 824 (11.5%) | $166,591 |
| 5-Person Families | 378 (5.3%) | $69,398 |
| 6-Person Families | 193 (2.7%) | $164,120 |
| 7+ Person Families | 28 (0.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 7,148 (100.0%) | $124,786 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fitchburg
The median family income in Fitchburg is $124,786, with families comprising 3+ earners (737) having the highest median family income of $248,456, while families with 1 earner (2,210) have the lowest median family income of $67,500, accounting for 10.3% and 30.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 841 (11.8%) | $105,491 |
| 1 Earner | 2,210 (30.9%) | $67,500 |
| 2 Earners | 3,360 (47.0%) | $150,083 |
| 3+ Earners | 737 (10.3%) | $248,456 |
| Total | 7,148 (100.0%) | $124,786 |
Household Income in Fitchburg
Household Income Brackets in Fitchburg
With 2,327 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Fitchburg, accounting for 17.0% of all households. In contrast, only 137 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 370 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 137 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 945 | 6.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 726 | 5.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,725 | 12.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,930 | 14.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,862 | 13.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,300 | 16.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,369 | 10.0% |
| $200,000+ | 2,327 | 17.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Fitchburg
The median household income in Fitchburg is $87,253, with the highest median household income of $115,561 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,808 households (27.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,642, with 1,597 households (11.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1,597 (11.7%) | $48,642 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,810 (42.4%) | $81,065 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,808 (27.8%) | $115,561 |
| 65+ Years | 2,474 (18.1%) | $88,898 |
| Total | 13,689 (100.0%) | $87,253 |
Poverty in Fitchburg
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fitchburg
With 9.9% poverty level for males and 7.9% for females among the residents of Fitchburg, 16 and 17 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 68 males (25.4%) and 310 females (22.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 53 (8.0%) | 120 (13.1%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (10.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 241 (20.8%) | 31 (4.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 59 (10.1%) | 25 (11.7%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 68 (25.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 459 (25.1%) | 310 (22.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 159 (4.8%) | 235 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 256 (11.9%) | 204 (11.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 112 (9.2%) | 83 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 64 (3.8%) | 32 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (1.3%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,524 (9.9%) | 1,075 (7.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fitchburg
According to the poverty statistics in Fitchburg, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 607 (92.0%) | 794 (86.9%) |
| 5 Years | 275 (100.0%) | 154 (89.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 920 (79.2%) | 748 (96.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 523 (89.9%) | 189 (88.3%) |
| 15 Years | 146 (100.0%) | 73 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 200 (74.6%) | 240 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,368 (74.9%) | 1,076 (77.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,191 (95.3%) | 2,861 (92.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,895 (88.1%) | 1,568 (88.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,107 (90.8%) | 1,202 (93.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,637 (96.2%) | 1,671 (98.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,454 (98.7%) | 1,152 (98.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 505 (93.7%) | 774 (100.0%) |
| Total | 13,828 (90.1%) | 12,502 (92.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fitchburg
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fitchburg show that 2.9% or 160 of the total 5,422 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.5%, comprising of 125 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,413 (99.0%) | 35 (1.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,353 (91.5%) | 125 (8.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 468 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,262 (97.1%) | 160 (2.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fitchburg
According to the poverty data in Fitchburg, 18.7% or 79 single-father households and 23.2% or 302 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (29.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 283 households (31.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 44 (14.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 35 (29.7%) | 283 (31.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (17.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 79 (18.7%) | 302 (23.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fitchburg
The poverty data for Fitchburg shows that 160 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 381 of the single-parent households (22.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 125 households (8.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 318 household (31.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 35 (1.0%) | 44 (7.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 125 (8.5%) | 318 (31.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (17.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 160 (2.9%) | 381 (22.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Fitchburg
Employment by Class of Employer in Fitchburg
Among the 17,463 employed individuals in Fitchburg, private company employees (11,948 | 68.4%), not-for-profit organizations (1,590 | 9.1%), and state government employees (1,404 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 11,948 | 68.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 479 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 695 | 4.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,590 | 9.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 960 | 5.5% |
| State Government Employees | 1,404 | 8.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 364 | 2.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 23 | 0.1% |
| Total | 17,463 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Fitchburg
According to the labor force statistics for Fitchburg, out of the total population over 16 years of age (24,828), 72.4% or 17,975 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 252 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.6% or 3,587 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 2.7% or 11 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 407 (52.6%) | 11 (2.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,571 (86.4%) | 41 (1.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 3,587 (92.6%) | 39 (1.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,301 (81.1%) | 18 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,370 (81.0%) | 81 (2.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,364 (90.3%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,558 (80.3%) | 23 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,091 (66.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 668 (25.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,975 (72.4%) | 252 (1.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fitchburg
According to labor force statistics for Fitchburg, 83.6% of individuals (14,271) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (17,070) are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 200 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.5% or 8,957 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 1.7% or 12 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 686 (61.1%) | 19 (1.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,011 (74.7%) | 40 (1.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,615 (83.4%) | 25 (0.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 8,957 (88.5%) | 152 (1.5%) |
| Total | 14,271 (83.6%) | 239 (1.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Fitchburg
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fitchburg are Computers, Engineering & Science (2,776 | 15.7%), Management (2,263 | 12.8%), Community & Social Service (2,115 | 12.0%), Computers & Mathematics (1,753 | 9.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,445 | 8.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fitchburg, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.1%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (81.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (70.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.9%), Health Technologists (75.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (73.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,297 (57.3%) | 966 (42.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 637 (55.9%) | 502 (44.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,965 (70.8%) | 811 (29.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1,218 (69.5%) | 535 (30.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 493 (92.1%) | 42 (7.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 254 (52.0%) | 234 (47.9%) |
| Community & Social Service | 956 (45.2%) | 1,159 (54.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 206 (57.5%) | 152 (42.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 116 (39.6%) | 177 (60.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 263 (26.1%) | 744 (73.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 371 (81.2%) | 86 (18.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 319 (22.1%) | 1,126 (77.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 261 (24.6%) | 799 (75.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 5,174 (53.1%) | 4,564 (46.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 9,666 (54.8%) | 7,968 (45.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Fitchburg are Food Preparation & Serving (743 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (626 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (524 | 3.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (511 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (277 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Fitchburg, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (88.6%), and Security & Protection (84.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.1%), Healthcare Support (73.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 166 (26.5%) | 460 (73.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 234 (84.5%) | 43 (15.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 160 (78.8%) | 43 (21.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 371 (49.9%) | 372 (50.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 453 (88.6%) | 58 (11.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 78 (14.9%) | 446 (85.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,302 (48.6%) | 1,379 (51.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 9,666 (54.8%) | 7,968 (45.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fitchburg are Office & Administration (1,596 | 9.0%), and Sales & Related (1,313 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 766 (58.3%) | 547 (41.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 421 (26.4%) | 1,175 (73.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,187 (40.8%) | 1,722 (59.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 9,666 (54.8%) | 7,968 (45.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fitchburg are Construction & Extraction (391 | 2.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (287 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 391 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 262 (91.3%) | 25 (8.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 653 (96.3%) | 25 (3.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 9,666 (54.8%) | 7,968 (45.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fitchburg are Material Moving (645 | 3.7%), Production (631 | 3.6%), and Transportation (352 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 491 (77.8%) | 140 (22.2%) |
| Transportation | 303 (86.1%) | 49 (13.9%) |
| Material Moving | 556 (86.2%) | 89 (13.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,350 (82.9%) | 278 (17.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 9,666 (54.8%) | 7,968 (45.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Fitchburg
Employment Industries in Fitchburg
The major employment industries in Fitchburg include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,849 | 16.2%), Professional & Scientific (2,566 | 14.5%), Manufacturing (2,262 | 12.8%), Educational Services (1,566 | 8.9%), and Retail Trade (1,169 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fitchburg
The Fitchburg industries that see more men than women are Construction (93.9%), Information (86.3%), and Utilities (82.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (82.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (72.4%), and Public Administration (63.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 13 (17.3%) | 62 (82.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 488 (93.9%) | 32 (6.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,781 (78.7%) | 481 (21.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 374 (75.1%) | 124 (24.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 575 (49.2%) | 594 (50.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 347 (55.2%) | 281 (44.8%) |
| Utilities | 100 (82.0%) | 22 (18.0%) |
| Information | 705 (86.3%) | 112 (13.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 467 (52.9%) | 415 (47.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 129 (44.3%) | 162 (55.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,554 (60.6%) | 1,012 (39.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 10 (45.5%) | 12 (54.5%) |
| Administrative & Support | 446 (67.6%) | 214 (32.4%) |
| Educational Services | 641 (40.9%) | 925 (59.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 786 (27.6%) | 2,063 (72.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 116 (44.6%) | 144 (55.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 456 (51.1%) | 437 (48.9%) |
| Public Administration | 291 (36.1%) | 516 (63.9%) |
| Total | 9,666 (54.8%) | 7,968 (45.2%) |
Education in Fitchburg
School Enrollment in Fitchburg
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,024 students in Fitchburg are middle school (1,208 | 20.1%), college / undergraduate (1,181 | 19.6%), and elementary school (1,145 | 19.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 620 | 10.3% |
| Kindergarten | 465 | 7.7% |
| Elementary School | 1,145 | 19.0% |
| Middle School | 1,208 | 20.1% |
| High School | 891 | 14.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,181 | 19.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 514 | 8.5% |
| Total | 6,024 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fitchburg
Out of a total of 6,024 students who are enrolled in schools in Fitchburg, 1,271 (21.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,753 (78.9%) 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 269 (56.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 671 (91.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 209 (43.7%) | 269 (56.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,264 (80.4%) | 309 (19.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,185 (79.8%) | 300 (20.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 603 (82.7%) | 126 (17.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 76 (77.5%) | 22 (22.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 671 (91.7%) | 61 (8.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 560 (85.0%) | 99 (15.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 182 (67.4%) | 88 (32.6%) |
| Total | 4,753 (78.9%) | 1,271 (21.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fitchburg
Business (2,562 | 18.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,482 | 10.5%), social sciences (1,263 | 8.9%), engineering (1,180 | 8.4%), and visual & performing arts (986 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 14,119 individuals in Fitchburg who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 746 | 5.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,482 | 10.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 462 | 3.3% |
| Psychology | 764 | 5.4% |
| Social Sciences | 1,263 | 8.9% |
| Engineering | 1,180 | 8.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 290 | 2.1% |
| Science & Technology | 876 | 6.2% |
| Business | 2,562 | 18.1% |
| Education | 876 | 6.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 600 | 4.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 451 | 3.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 986 | 7.0% |
| Communications | 846 | 6.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 735 | 5.2% |
| Total | 14,119 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Fitchburg
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fitchburg
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fitchburg are males with 2 vehicles (4,786, accounting for 49.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,019, making up 61.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 72 (0.7%) | 333 (4.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,554 (26.6%) | 2,319 (29.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,786 (49.8%) | 4,019 (51.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,501 (15.6%) | 927 (11.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 573 (6.0%) | 227 (2.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 126 (1.3%) | 21 (0.3%) |
| Total | 9,612 (100.0%) | 7,846 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Fitchburg
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fitchburg are 15 to 19 minutes (3,738 commuters, 24.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (3,584 commuters, 23.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,261 commuters, 14.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 530 | 3.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,771 | 11.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,261 | 14.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,738 | 24.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3,584 | 23.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 629 | 4.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,465 | 9.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 294 | 1.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 394 | 2.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 503 | 3.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 136 | 0.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 141 | 0.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Fitchburg
The most common commute times in Fitchburg are 20 to 24 minutes (2,248 commuters, 26.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,535 commuters, 22.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 320 (3.7%) | 210 (3.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,026 (11.9%) | 745 (10.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,139 (13.3%) | 1,122 (16.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,203 (25.6%) | 1,535 (22.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,248 (26.2%) | 1,336 (19.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 356 (4.1%) | 273 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 638 (7.4%) | 827 (12.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 135 (1.6%) | 159 (2.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 83 (1.0%) | 311 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 249 (2.9%) | 254 (3.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 78 (0.9%) | 58 (0.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 119 (1.4%) | 22 (0.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fitchburg
The most frequent times of departure to work in Fitchburg are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,598, 18.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,379, 20.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 165 (1.9%) | 196 (2.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 364 (4.2%) | 92 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 347 (4.0%) | 241 (3.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 287 (3.3%) | 1,052 (15.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 619 (7.2%) | 472 (6.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,598 (18.6%) | 1,223 (17.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,582 (18.4%) | 1,379 (20.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 920 (10.7%) | 990 (14.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 783 (9.1%) | 263 (3.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 599 (7.0%) | 294 (4.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 205 (2.4%) | 157 (2.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 28 (0.3%) | 95 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 300 (3.5%) | 229 (3.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 797 (9.3%) | 169 (2.5%) |
| Total | 8,594 (100.0%) | 6,852 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Fitchburg
Occupancy by Ownership in Fitchburg
Of the total 13,689 dwellings in Fitchburg, owner-occupied units account for 6,578 (48.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 7,111 (51.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,578 | 48.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 7,111 | 51.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 13,689 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Fitchburg
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,812 | 35.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,211 | 38.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,971 | 14.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,695 | 12.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 13,689 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fitchburg
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,550 (32.2%) | 3,262 (67.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,838 (54.5%) | 2,373 (45.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,102 (55.9%) | 869 (44.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,088 (64.2%) | 607 (35.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,578 (48.0%) | 7,111 (51.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fitchburg
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 169 (30.4%) | 387 (69.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 310 (16.3%) | 1,592 (83.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,001 (38.0%) | 1,637 (62.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,098 (59.3%) | 3,495 (40.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fitchburg
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 5,171 | 37.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,236 | 16.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,645 | 12.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,163 | 15.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,637 | 12.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 643 | 4.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 194 | 1.4% |
| Total | 13,689 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Fitchburg
Median Income by Occupancy in Fitchburg
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,578 (48.0%) | $150,016 |
| Renter-Occupied | 7,111 (51.9%) | $54,734 |
| Average | 13,689 (100.0%) | $87,253 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fitchburg
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 187 (2.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 77 (1.2%) | 108 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 15 (0.2%) | 127 (1.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 17 (0.3%) | 396 (5.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 45 (0.7%) | 487 (6.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 112 (1.7%) | 611 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 306 (4.6%) | 1,424 (20.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 465 (7.1%) | 1,464 (20.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 964 (14.6%) | 891 (12.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,287 (19.6%) | 1,015 (14.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 3,290 (50.0%) | 401 (5.6%) |
| Total | 6,578 (100.0%) | 7,111 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fitchburg
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 18 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (0.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 432 (6.6%) | 158 (2.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 705 (10.7%) | 885 (12.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,280 (19.5%) | 4,084 (57.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,385 (21.1%) | 1,352 (19.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,000 (15.2%) | 196 (2.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 436 (6.6%) | 89 (1.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1,322 (20.1%) | 14 (0.2%) |
| Total | 6,578 (100.0%) | 7,111 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Fitchburg
Housing Structures in Fitchburg
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,504 | 40.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 876 | 6.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 177 | 1.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 632 | 4.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,133 | 8.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 5,367 | 39.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 13,689 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fitchburg
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,149 (93.5%) | 355 (6.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 658 (75.1%) | 218 (24.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 40 (22.6%) | 137 (77.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 76 (12.0%) | 556 (88.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 131 (11.6%) | 1,002 (88.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 524 (9.8%) | 4,843 (90.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,578 (48.0%) | 7,111 (51.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fitchburg
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 20 (0.3%) | 204 (2.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 317 (4.8%) | 3,285 (46.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 851 (12.9%) | 2,817 (39.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,396 (36.4%) | 508 (7.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,994 (45.5%) | 297 (4.2%) |
| Total | 6,578 (100.0%) | 7,111 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fitchburg
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 5,434 (82.6%) | 3,483 (49.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 172 (2.6%) | 90 (1.3%) |
| Electricity | 885 (13.5%) | 3,372 (47.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 17 (0.3%) | 23 (0.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 70 (1.1%) | 21 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 122 (1.7%) |
| Total | 6,578 (100.0%) | 7,111 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Fitchburg
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 16 (0.2%) | 647 (9.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,750 (26.6%) | 3,805 (53.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,581 (54.4%) | 2,307 (32.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,231 (18.7%) | 352 (5.0%) |
| Total | 6,578 (100.0%) | 7,111 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Fitchburg
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fitchburg
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,297 | 4,281 |
| Median Property Value | $394,500 | $369,500 |
| Median Household Income | $105,884 | $2,373 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,029 | $1,308 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $7,207 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fitchburg
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 64 (2.8%) | 18 (0.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 31 (1.3%) | 53 (1.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 534 (23.3%) | 1,283 (30.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,081 (47.1%) | 1,782 (41.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 462 (20.1%) | 870 (20.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 77 (3.4%) | 183 (4.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 48 (2.1%) | 92 (2.1%) |
| Total | 2,297 (100.0%) | 4,281 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fitchburg
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 62 (2.7%) | 77 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 66 (2.9%) | 15 (0.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 77 (3.4%) | 46 (1.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 310 (13.5%) | 229 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 536 (23.3%) | 155 (3.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 329 (14.3%) | 428 (10.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 917 (39.9%) | 958 (22.4%) |
| Total | 2,297 (100.0%) | 4,281 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fitchburg
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 662 (28.8%) | 163,199 (3,812.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 275 (12.0%) | 2,037 (47.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 391 (17.0%) | 1,002 (23.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 969 (42.2%) | 546 (12.8%) |
| Total | 2,297 (100.0%) | 4,281 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fitchburg
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 18 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (1.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,252 (98.0%) | 26 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,297 (100.0%) | 4,281 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Fitchburg
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fitchburg
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,978 (96.9%) | 64 (3.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,081 (88.1%) | 414 (11.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,656 (92.6%) | 293 (7.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 5,085 (90.6%) | 529 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,356 (86.4%) | 530 (13.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,343 (93.6%) | 161 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,165 (93.0%) | 239 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,642 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,313 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 26,619 (92.3%) | 2,230 (7.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fitchburg
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,978 (96.9%) | 64 (3.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,081 (88.1%) | 414 (11.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,656 (92.6%) | 293 (7.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fitchburg
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,902 (74.9%) | 636 (25.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,692 (91.9%) | 326 (8.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,420 (86.7%) | 523 (13.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,185 (92.9%) | 243 (7.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 14,405 (96.7%) | 498 (3.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fitchburg
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 962 (47.1%) | 1,340 (65.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,131 (32.4%) | 2,204 (63.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 420 (10.6%) | 3,317 (84.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 553 (9.9%) | 4,592 (81.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 210 (5.4%) | 3,289 (84.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 219 (8.7%) | 2,217 (88.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 363 (10.7%) | 3,011 (88.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,532 (95.8%) | 1,859 (70.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,313 (100.0%) | 979 (74.6%) |
| Total | 7,703 (26.7%) | 22,808 (79.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fitchburg
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 453 (18.6%) | 24 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 316 (6.2%) | 198 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 367 (7.3%) | 465 (9.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 230 (15.6%) | 203 (17.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 243 (45.1%) | 252 (32.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fitchburg
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 34 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (0.5%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 52 (1.0%) | 101 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 112 (7.6%) | 58 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 104 (19.3%) | 102 (13.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 41 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 125 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 59 (1.2%) | 72 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28 (1.9%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (4.8%) | 23 (3.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 453 (18.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 198 (3.9%) | 157 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 240 (4.8%) | 172 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (0.3%) | 63 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (15.0%) | 68 (8.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 69 (1.3%) | 14 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 73 (1.5%) | 134 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 97 (6.6%) | 125 (10.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 142 (26.4%) | 149 (19.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 85 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 35 (0.7%) | 77 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (2.0%) | 22 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (4.3%) | 9 (1.2%) |
Technology Access in Fitchburg
Computing Device Access in Fitchburg
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 12,279 | 89.7% |
| Smartphone | 12,863 | 94.0% |
| Tablet | 9,256 | 67.6% |
| No Computing Device | 317 | 2.3% |
| Total | 13,689 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Fitchburg
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 18 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 11,706 | 85.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,133 | 8.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 559 | 4.1% |
| No Internet | 610 | 4.5% |
| Total | 13,689 | 100.0% |
Fitchburg Summary
Fitchburg is a city located in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the Madison Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 25,260.
History
Fitchburg was first settled in 1856 by William Fitch, a farmer from New York. The city was incorporated in 1872 and was named after Fitch. The city grew rapidly in the late 19th century, and by 1900 it had a population of 1,000.
In the early 20th century, Fitchburg was a major center for the dairy industry. The city was home to several large dairy farms, and the area was known for its cheese production. The city also had a large number of small businesses, including a number of small factories.
In the 1950s, Fitchburg began to experience a population boom as people moved to the city from rural areas. This growth continued into the 1960s and 1970s, and by 1980 the city had a population of over 10,000.
Geography
Fitchburg is located at 43°02′N 89°20′W (43.037, -89.333). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.2 square miles (29.0 km2), of which 11.1 square miles (28.7 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2) is water.
The city is located on the western edge of Dane County, and is bordered by the towns of Verona to the north, Madison to the east, and Middleton to the south. The city is located on the western edge of the Driftless Area, a region of the Midwest that was not affected by the last glacial period.
Economy
Fitchburg is home to a number of businesses and industries. The city is home to several large employers, including Epic Systems, a software company, and American Family Insurance. The city is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The city is also home to a number of educational institutions, including the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison Area Technical College, and Edgewood College.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 25,260 people, 9,945 households, and 6,717 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,269.2 people per square mile (876.7/km2). There were 10,541 housing units at an average density of 945.2 per square mile (364.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 84.2% White, 5.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 5.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.9% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 9,945 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.06.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 32.2% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $60,945, and the median income for a family was $72,945. Males had a median income of $50,945 versus $36,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $30,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Fitchburg?
Total Population of Fitchburg is 29,826.
What is the Total Male Population of Fitchburg?
Total Male Population of Fitchburg is 16,160.
What is the Total Female Population of Fitchburg?
Total Female Population of Fitchburg is 13,666.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fitchburg?
There are 118.25 Males per 100 Females in Fitchburg.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fitchburg?
There are 84.57 Females per 100 Males in Fitchburg.
What is the Median Population Age in Fitchburg?
Median Population Age in Fitchburg is 34.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fitchburg
Average Family Size in Fitchburg is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fitchburg
Average Household Size in Fitchburg is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fitchburg?
Per Capita income in Fitchburg is $55,757.
What is the Median Family Income in Fitchburg?
Median Family Income in Fitchburg is $124,786.
What is the Median Household income in Fitchburg?
Median Household Income in Fitchburg is $87,253.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fitchburg?
Income or Wage Gap in Fitchburg is 13.8%.
Women in Fitchburg earn 86.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Fitchburg?
Family Income Deficit in Fitchburg is $7,221.
Families that are below poverty line in Fitchburg earn $7,221 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fitchburg?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fitchburg is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fitchburg?
There are 17,975 People in the Labor Forcein in Fitchburg.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fitchburg?
72.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Fitchburg.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fitchburg?
Unemployment Rate in Fitchburg is 1.4%.