Nekoosa, WI
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2,489
TOTAL POPULATION
1,179
MALE POPULATION
1,310
FEMALE POPULATION
90.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.11
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,627
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,625
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$40,833
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,071
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Nekoosa Zip Codes
Nekoosa Area Codes
Race in Nekoosa
The most populous races in Nekoosa are White / Caucasian (2,236 | 89.8%), Hispanic or Latino (95 | 3.8%), and Asian (90 | 3.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 90 | 3.6% |
| Black / African American | 22 | 0.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 95 | 3.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 20 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,236 | 89.8% |
| Two or more Races | 31 | 1.3% |
| Some other Race | 90 | 3.6% |
| Total | 2,489 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Nekoosa
The most populous ancestries reported in Nekoosa are German (990 | 39.8%), Polish (294 | 11.8%), Norwegian (293 | 11.8%), Irish (243 | 9.8%), and American (194 | 7.8%), together accounting for 80.9% of all Nekoosa residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 194 | 7.8% |
| Blackfeet | 6 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 15 | 0.6% |
| Czech | 35 | 1.4% |
| Danish | 31 | 1.3% |
| Dutch | 39 | 1.6% |
| English | 154 | 6.2% |
| European | 49 | 2.0% |
| Finnish | 4 | 0.2% |
| French | 60 | 2.4% |
| French Canadian | 58 | 2.3% |
| German | 990 | 39.8% |
| Greek | 4 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 8 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 243 | 9.8% |
| Iroquois | 2 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 51 | 2.1% |
| Korean | 5 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 6 | 0.2% |
| Malaysian | 85 | 3.4% |
| Mexican | 95 | 3.8% |
| Norwegian | 293 | 11.8% |
| Polish | 294 | 11.8% |
| Portuguese | 10 | 0.4% |
| Potawatomi | 8 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 6 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 9 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 29 | 1.2% |
| Slovene | 29 | 1.2% |
| Swedish | 28 | 1.1% |
| Thai | 4 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 4 | 0.2% | View All 32 Rows |
Immigrants in Nekoosa
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Nekoosa came from Asia (25 | 1.0%), South Eastern Asia (25 | 1.0%), Laos (20 | 0.8%), Central America (12 | 0.5%), and Latin America (12 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.8% of all Nekoosa residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 3 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 25 | 1.0% |
| Central America | 12 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 3 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 3 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 20 | 0.8% |
| Latin America | 12 | 0.5% |
| Mexico | 12 | 0.5% |
| Philippines | 5 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 25 | 1.0% | View All 10 Rows |
Sex and Age in Nekoosa
Sex and Age in Nekoosa
The most populous age groups in Nekoosa are 45 to 49 Years (140 | 11.9%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (182 | 13.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 65 (5.5%) | 49 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 82 (7.0%) | 182 (13.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 58 (4.9%) | 30 (2.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 122 (10.3%) | 92 (7.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 51 (4.3%) | 60 (4.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 39 (3.3%) | 70 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 62 (5.3%) | 74 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 59 (5.0%) | 74 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 80 (6.8%) | 71 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 140 (11.9%) | 66 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 60 (5.1%) | 90 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 104 (8.8%) | 82 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 39 (3.3%) | 38 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 61 (5.2%) | 67 (5.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 38 (3.2%) | 64 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 16 (1.4%) | 125 (9.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 36 (3.0%) | 55 (4.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 67 (5.7%) | 21 (1.6%) |
| Total | 1,179 (100.0%) | 1,310 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Nekoosa
Median Family Size in Nekoosa
The median family size in Nekoosa is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (367 | 61.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.2 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (23 | 3.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 367 (61.9%) | 3.20 |
| Single Male/Father | 23 (3.9%) | 2.30 |
| Single Female/Mother | 203 (34.2%) | 2.94 |
| Total Families | 593 (100.0%) | 3.07 |
Median Household Size in Nekoosa
The median household size in Nekoosa is 2.26 persons per household, with married-couple households (367 | 33.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.2 persons per household. non-family households (499 | 45.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 367 (33.6%) | 3.20 |
| Single Male/Father | 23 (2.1%) | 2.30 |
| Single Female/Mother | 203 (18.6%) | 3.14 |
| Non-family | 499 (45.7%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 1,092 (100.0%) | 2.26 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Nekoosa
Out of a total of 1,092 households in Nekoosa, 593 (54.3%) are family households, while 499 (45.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 276, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 425.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 425 (38.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 276 (25.3%) | 69 (6.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 143 (13.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 83 (7.6%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 59 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 21 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 11 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 593 (54.3%) | 499 (45.7%) |
Female Fertility in Nekoosa
Fertility by Age in Nekoosa
Average fertility rate in Nekoosa is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 118.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 63.2% 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 | 24 (63.2%) | 118.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 14 (36.8%) | 64.0 |
| Total | 38 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Nekoosa
34.2% of women with births (38) in Nekoosa are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 45.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 13 (54.2%) | 11 (45.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Total | 13 (34.2%) | 25 (65.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Nekoosa
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 22 (57.9%) | 98.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 11 (28.9%) | 62.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 5 (13.2%) | 1,000.0 |
| Total | 38 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Nekoosa
65.8% of women with births in Nekoosa are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 8 (36.4%) | 14 (63.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13 (34.2%) | 25 (65.8%) |
Income in Nekoosa
Income Overview in Nekoosa
Per Capita Income in Nekoosa is $25,627, while median incomes of families and households are $65,625 and $40,833 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,489 | $25,627 |
| Median Family Income | 593 | $65,625 |
| Mean Family Income | 593 | $73,343 |
| Median Household Income | 1,092 | $40,833 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,092 | $56,889 |
| Income Deficit | 593 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,489 | 31.57% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,489 | 68.43¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,489 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Nekoosa
Average Earnings in Nekoosa are $29,238, $36,364 for men and $24,884 for women, a difference of 31.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 588 (48.5%) | $36,364 |
| Female | 623 (51.4%) | $24,884 |
| Total | 1,211 (100.0%) | $29,238 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Nekoosa
The most common earnings brackets in Nekoosa are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (60 | 10.2%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (112 | 18.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 35 (5.9%) | 15 (2.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 4 (0.7%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 5 (0.9%) | 49 (7.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 5 (0.9%) | 112 (18.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 43 (7.3%) | 7 (1.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 37 (6.3%) | 25 (4.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 35 (5.9%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 8 (1.4%) | 21 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 6 (1.0%) | 18 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 32 (5.4%) | 54 (8.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 37 (6.3%) | 64 (10.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 23 (3.9%) | 74 (11.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 53 (9.0%) | 35 (5.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 18 (3.1%) | 38 (6.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 58 (9.9%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 16 (2.7%) | 16 (2.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 53 (9.0%) | 37 (5.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 60 (10.2%) | 26 (4.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 38 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 22 (3.7%) | 10 (1.6%) |
| Total | 588 (100.0%) | 623 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Nekoosa
Average earnings in Nekoosa are $40,556 for men and $25,625 for women, a difference of 36.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $60,156, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,241. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,053, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,431.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $24,241 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $29,250 | $22,431 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $52,969 | $36,053 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,156 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $40,556 | $25,625 |
Family Income in Nekoosa
Family Income Brackets in Nekoosa
According to the Nekoosa family income data, there are 121 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.4% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 34 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 61 | 10.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 39 | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 109 | 18.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 113 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 73 | 12.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 121 | 20.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 33 | 5.6% |
| $200,000+ | 10 | 1.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Nekoosa
6-person families (21 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Nekoosa with $115,250 per family, while 2-person families (305 | 51.4%) have the highest median income of $27,969 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 305 (51.4%) | $55,938 |
| 3-Person Families | 125 (21.1%) | $72,550 |
| 4-Person Families | 72 (12.1%) | $80,000 |
| 5-Person Families | 59 (10.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 21 (3.5%) | $115,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 11 (1.8%) | $0 |
| Total | 593 (100.0%) | $65,625 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Nekoosa
The median family income in Nekoosa is $65,625, with families comprising 3+ earners (54) having the highest median family income of $130,938, while families with no earners (133) have the lowest median family income of $35,057, accounting for 9.1% and 22.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 133 (22.4%) | $35,057 |
| 1 Earner | 171 (28.8%) | $52,625 |
| 2 Earners | 235 (39.6%) | $84,013 |
| 3+ Earners | 54 (9.1%) | $130,938 |
| Total | 593 (100.0%) | $65,625 |
Household Income in Nekoosa
Household Income Brackets in Nekoosa
With 216 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Nekoosa, accounting for 19.8% of all households. In contrast, only 10 households (0.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 14 | 1.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 63 | 5.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 201 | 18.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 216 | 19.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 146 | 13.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 149 | 13.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 126 | 11.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 130 | 11.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 38 | 3.5% |
| $200,000+ | 10 | 0.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Nekoosa
The median household income in Nekoosa is $40,833, with the highest median household income of $58,125 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 364 households (33.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 18 households (1.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 18 (1.7%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 265 (24.3%) | $49,196 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 364 (33.3%) | $58,125 |
| 65+ Years | 445 (40.7%) | $29,039 |
| Total | 1,092 (100.0%) | $40,833 |
Poverty in Nekoosa
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Nekoosa
With 17.8% poverty level for males and 19.3% for females among the residents of Nekoosa, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 54 males (48.6%) and 34 females (69.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 20 (30.8%) | 34 (69.4%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (35.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 54 (48.6%) | 35 (25.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (21.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 29 (37.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (22.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 13 (12.9%) | 50 (34.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 26 (18.7%) | 31 (21.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 41 (20.5%) | 29 (18.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 15 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (12.1%) | 19 (14.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| Total | 210 (17.8%) | 253 (19.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Nekoosa
According to the poverty statistics in Nekoosa, males aged 12 to 14 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 | 45 (69.2%) | 15 (30.6%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (64.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 57 (51.3%) | 101 (74.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 29 (100.0%) | 15 (78.9%) |
| 15 Years | 34 (100.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 49 (62.8%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 61 (100.0%) | 83 (77.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 88 (87.1%) | 94 (65.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 113 (81.3%) | 114 (78.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 159 (79.5%) | 127 (81.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 128 (89.5%) | 120 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 87 (87.9%) | 112 (85.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 119 (100.0%) | 194 (96.5%) |
| Total | 969 (82.2%) | 1,057 (80.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Nekoosa
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Nekoosa show that 6.0% or 22 of the total 367 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 23.5%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 226 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 65 (76.5%) | 20 (23.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 43 (95.6%) | 2 (4.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 345 (94.0%) | 22 (6.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Nekoosa
According to the poverty data in Nekoosa, 26.1% or 6 single-father households and 35.5% or 72 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 6 households (66.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (72.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 6 (66.7%) | 35 (36.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (72.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6 (26.1%) | 72 (35.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Nekoosa
The poverty data for Nekoosa shows that 22 of the married-couple family households (6.0%) and 78 of the single-parent households (34.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (23.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 household (72.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 20 (23.5%) | 41 (38.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (4.4%) | 37 (72.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (6.0%) | 78 (34.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Nekoosa
Employment by Class of Employer in Nekoosa
Among the 1,007 employed individuals in Nekoosa, private company employees (743 | 73.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (85 | 8.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (56 | 5.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 743 | 73.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 29 | 2.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 85 | 8.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 56 | 5.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 54 | 5.4% |
| State Government Employees | 14 | 1.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 21 | 2.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 5 | 0.5% |
| Total | 1,007 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Nekoosa
According to the labor force statistics for Nekoosa, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,980), 54.1% or 1,071 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 57 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 86.2% or 94 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.4% or 12 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 69 (40.4%) | 12 (17.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 93 (83.8%) | 5 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 94 (86.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 112 (82.4%) | 9 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 232 (81.7%) | 23 (9.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 264 (74.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 126 (67.7%) | 7 (5.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 24 (31.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 58 (25.2%) | 1 (1.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,071 (54.1%) | 57 (5.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Nekoosa
According to labor force statistics for Nekoosa, 74.2% of individuals (852) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,148) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 39 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 87.5% or 84 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 32.9% or 27 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 82 (55.0%) | 49 (32.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 337 (72.9%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 349 (79.1%) | 9 (2.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 84 (87.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 852 (74.2%) | 53 (4.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Nekoosa
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nekoosa are Health Diagnosing & Treating (57 | 5.6%), Management (46 | 4.5%), Health Technologists (42 | 4.1%), Community & Social Service (40 | 3.9%), and Business & Financial (34 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nekoosa, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Management (91.3%), and Business & Financial (61.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 42 (91.3%) | 4 (8.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 21 (61.8%) | 13 (38.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 6 (54.5%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 5 (12.5%) | 35 (87.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 5 (16.1%) | 26 (83.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 5 (8.8%) | 52 (91.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 79 (42.0%) | 109 (58.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (52.7%) | 480 (47.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Nekoosa are Food Preparation & Serving (103 | 10.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (81 | 8.0%), Healthcare Support (53 | 5.2%), Security & Protection (32 | 3.2%), and Law Enforcement (24 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Nekoosa, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (92.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (81.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 4 (7.5%) | 49 (92.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 19 (18.4%) | 84 (81.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 42 (51.8%) | 39 (48.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 97 (34.4%) | 185 (65.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (52.7%) | 480 (47.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Nekoosa are Office & Administration (105 | 10.3%), and Sales & Related (78 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 37 (47.4%) | 41 (52.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 3 (2.9%) | 102 (97.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 40 (21.9%) | 143 (78.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (52.7%) | 480 (47.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Nekoosa are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (46 | 4.5%), Construction & Extraction (18 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (11 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 5 (45.5%) | 6 (54.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 69 (92.0%) | 6 (8.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (52.7%) | 480 (47.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Nekoosa are Transportation (118 | 11.6%), Production (90 | 8.9%), and Material Moving (79 | 7.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 68 (75.6%) | 22 (24.4%) |
| Transportation | 118 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 64 (81.0%) | 15 (19.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 250 (87.1%) | 37 (12.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (52.7%) | 480 (47.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Nekoosa
Employment Industries in Nekoosa
The major employment industries in Nekoosa include Manufacturing (251 | 24.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (125 | 12.3%), Transportation & Warehousing (106 | 10.4%), Retail Trade (93 | 9.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (91 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Nekoosa
The Nekoosa industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (92.8%), and Retail Trade (78.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 28 (87.5%) | 4 (12.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 164 (65.3%) | 87 (34.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 15 (60.0%) | 10 (40.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 20 (21.5%) | 73 (78.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 13 (30.9%) | 29 (69.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 44 (88.0%) | 6 (12.0%) |
| Educational Services | 15 (31.9%) | 32 (68.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 9 (7.2%) | 116 (92.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 27 (29.7%) | 64 (70.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 19 (51.3%) | 18 (48.6%) |
| Public Administration | 29 (52.7%) | 26 (47.3%) |
| Total | 535 (52.7%) | 480 (47.3%) |
Education in Nekoosa
School Enrollment in Nekoosa
The most common levels of schooling among the 611 students in Nekoosa are high school (186 | 30.4%), elementary school (172 | 28.1%), and middle school (72 | 11.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 60 | 9.8% |
| Kindergarten | 58 | 9.5% |
| Elementary School | 172 | 28.1% |
| Middle School | 72 | 11.8% |
| High School | 186 | 30.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 54 | 8.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 9 | 1.5% |
| Total | 611 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Nekoosa
Out of a total of 611 students who are enrolled in schools in Nekoosa, 66 (10.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 545 (89.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (21.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 33 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 220 (85.6%) | 37 (14.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 76 (86.4%) | 12 (13.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 142 (91.6%) | 13 (8.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 15 (78.9%) | 4 (21.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 545 (89.2%) | 66 (10.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Nekoosa
Arts & humanities (36 | 25.4%), science & technology (27 | 19.0%), education (20 | 14.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (8 | 5.6%), and social sciences (8 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 142 individuals in Nekoosa who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 8 | 5.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 4 | 2.8% |
| Psychology | 5 | 3.5% |
| Social Sciences | 8 | 5.6% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 27 | 19.0% |
| Business | 5 | 3.5% |
| Education | 20 | 14.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 5 | 3.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 8 | 5.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 5 | 3.5% |
| Communications | 6 | 4.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 36 | 25.4% |
| Total | 142 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Nekoosa
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Nekoosa
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Nekoosa are males with 2 vehicles (254, accounting for 47.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (160, making up 53.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 12 (2.2%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 104 (19.4%) | 114 (24.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 254 (47.5%) | 160 (33.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 107 (20.0%) | 134 (28.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 58 (10.8%) | 58 (12.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 535 (100.0%) | 472 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Nekoosa
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Nekoosa are 15 to 19 minutes (184 commuters, 19.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (175 commuters, 18.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (131 commuters, 14.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 59 | 6.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 131 | 14.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 100 | 10.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 184 | 19.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 175 | 18.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 58 | 6.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 42 | 4.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 | 0.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 46 | 5.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 61 | 6.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 48 | 5.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 19 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Nekoosa
The most common commute times in Nekoosa are 5 to 9 minutes (87 commuters, 17.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (100 commuters, 22.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 28 (5.8%) | 31 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 87 (17.9%) | 44 (10.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 57 (11.7%) | 43 (9.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 84 (17.3%) | 100 (22.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 82 (16.9%) | 93 (21.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 31 (6.4%) | 27 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 14 (2.9%) | 28 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 31 (6.4%) | 15 (3.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 19 (3.9%) | 42 (9.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 48 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (4.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Nekoosa
The most frequent times of departure to work in Nekoosa are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (110, 22.6%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (74, 16.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 110 (22.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 33 (6.8%) | 58 (13.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 30 (6.2%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 58 (11.9%) | 74 (16.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 59 (12.1%) | 58 (13.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 35 (7.2%) | 54 (12.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 6 (1.2%) | 50 (11.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 18 (3.7%) | 42 (9.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 17 (3.5%) | 39 (8.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 23 (4.7%) | 31 (7.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 11 (2.3%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 53 (10.9%) | 13 (2.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 33 (6.8%) | 14 (3.2%) |
| Total | 486 (100.0%) | 442 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Nekoosa
Occupancy by Ownership in Nekoosa
Of the total 1,092 dwellings in Nekoosa, owner-occupied units account for 745 (68.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 347 (31.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 745 | 68.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 347 | 31.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,092 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Nekoosa
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 425 | 38.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 345 | 31.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 143 | 13.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 179 | 16.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,092 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Nekoosa
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 263 (61.9%) | 162 (38.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 292 (84.6%) | 53 (15.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 87 (60.8%) | 56 (39.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 103 (57.5%) | 76 (42.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 745 (68.2%) | 347 (31.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Nekoosa
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 132 (66.0%) | 68 (34.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 323 (61.2%) | 205 (38.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 216 (78.8%) | 58 (21.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 74 (82.2%) | 16 (17.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Nekoosa
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 160 | 14.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 123 | 11.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 195 | 17.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 169 | 15.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 159 | 14.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 198 | 18.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 88 | 8.1% |
| Total | 1,092 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Nekoosa
Median Income by Occupancy in Nekoosa
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 745 (68.2%) | $56,979 |
| Renter-Occupied | 347 (31.8%) | $29,599 |
| Average | 1,092 (100.0%) | $40,833 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Nekoosa
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 5 (0.7%) | 9 (2.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 48 (6.4%) | 15 (4.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 40 (5.4%) | 14 (4.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 108 (14.5%) | 39 (11.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 56 (7.5%) | 160 (46.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 95 (12.8%) | 51 (14.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 111 (14.9%) | 37 (10.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 115 (15.4%) | 11 (3.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 130 (17.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 37 (5.0%) | 11 (3.2%) |
| Total | 745 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Nekoosa
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 27 (3.6%) | 14 (4.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 151 (20.3%) | 24 (6.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 264 (35.4%) | 199 (57.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 113 (15.2%) | 34 (9.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 114 (15.3%) | 35 (10.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 55 (7.4%) | 12 (3.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 6 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 5 (0.7%) | 9 (2.6%) |
| $3,000 or more | 10 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 745 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Nekoosa
Housing Structures in Nekoosa
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 849 | 77.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 39 | 3.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 16 | 1.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 10 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 5 | 0.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 151 | 13.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 22 | 2.0% |
| Total | 1,092 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Nekoosa
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 712 (83.9%) | 137 (16.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 28 (71.8%) | 11 (28.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 151 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 5 (22.7%) | 17 (77.3%) |
| Total | 745 (68.2%) | 347 (31.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Nekoosa
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 21 (2.8%) | 129 (37.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 273 (36.6%) | 134 (38.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 273 (36.6%) | 55 (15.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 178 (23.9%) | 29 (8.4%) |
| Total | 745 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Nekoosa
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 680 (91.3%) | 256 (73.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 5 (0.7%) | 5 (1.4%) |
| Electricity | 16 (2.1%) | 76 (21.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 21 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 23 (3.1%) | 9 (2.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| Total | 745 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Nekoosa
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 15 (2.0%) | 37 (10.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 205 (27.5%) | 200 (57.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 366 (49.1%) | 88 (25.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 159 (21.3%) | 22 (6.3%) |
| Total | 745 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Nekoosa
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Nekoosa
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 366 | 379 |
| Median Property Value | $96,500 | $107,900 |
| Median Household Income | $35,909 | $32 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $525 | $10 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,285 | $6 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Nekoosa
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 36 (9.8%) | 18 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 170 (46.5%) | 155 (40.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 155 (42.3%) | 183 (48.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 5 (1.4%) | 14 (3.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 366 (100.0%) | 379 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Nekoosa
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (4.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 148 (40.4%) | 5 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 27 (7.4%) | 48 (12.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 44 (12.0%) | 29 (7.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 83 (22.7%) | 51 (13.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 54 (14.7%) | 28 (7.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5 (1.4%) | 61 (16.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5 (1.4%) | 125 (33.0%) |
| Total | 366 (100.0%) | 379 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Nekoosa
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 158 (43.2%) | 81,964 (21,626.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 62 (16.9%) | 242 (63.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 9 (2.5%) | 31 (8.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 137 (37.4%) | 54 (14.2%) |
| Total | 366 (100.0%) | 379 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Nekoosa
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 55 (15.0%) | 18 (4.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 300 (82.0%) | 60 (15.8%) |
| Total | 366 (100.0%) | 379 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Nekoosa
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nekoosa
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 171 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 491 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 138 (89.0%) | 17 (11.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 214 (97.7%) | 5 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 268 (94.4%) | 16 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 309 (86.8%) | 47 (13.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 252 (95.8%) | 11 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 222 (96.5%) | 8 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and older | 320 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,385 (95.8%) | 104 (4.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Nekoosa
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 171 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 491 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 138 (89.0%) | 17 (11.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Nekoosa
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 437 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 728 (98.8%) | 9 (1.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 254 (85.2%) | 44 (14.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 356 (92.0%) | 31 (8.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 590 (97.2%) | 17 (2.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nekoosa
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 108 (63.2%) | 68 (39.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 340 (69.3%) | 199 (40.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 34 (21.9%) | 104 (67.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 88 (40.2%) | 141 (64.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 127 (44.7%) | 141 (49.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 117 (32.9%) | 209 (58.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 158 (60.1%) | 137 (52.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 222 (96.5%) | 144 (62.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 320 (100.0%) | 180 (56.2%) |
| Total | 1,514 (60.8%) | 1,323 (53.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Nekoosa
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 51 (20.2%) | 22 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (1.8%) | 12 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 96 (19.9%) | 123 (29.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (36.4%) | 30 (22.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 95 (79.8%) | 65 (32.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Nekoosa
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 25 (5.2%) | 21 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (32.3%) | 15 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (69.8%) | 36 (17.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (3.7%) | 28 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.8%) | 6 (3.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (13.9%) | 22 (8.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (1.8%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 26 (5.4%) | 72 (17.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (20.2%) | 4 (2.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 66 (13.7%) | 72 (17.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (12.1%) | 15 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (5.0%) | 57 (28.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 15 (3.1%) | 55 (13.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.8%) | 22 (11.0%) |
Technology Access in Nekoosa
Computing Device Access in Nekoosa
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 663 | 60.7% |
| Smartphone | 832 | 76.2% |
| Tablet | 495 | 45.3% |
| No Computing Device | 169 | 15.5% |
| Total | 1,092 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Nekoosa
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 651 | 59.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 202 | 18.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 40 | 3.7% |
| No Internet | 225 | 20.6% |
| Total | 1,092 | 100.0% |
Nekoosa Summary
Nekoosa is a city located in Wood County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 2,521 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Wisconsin Rapids-Marshfield, WI Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
The area that is now Nekoosa was first settled in 1848 by a group of settlers from New York. The town was originally called "Nekoosa", which is an Ojibwe word meaning "swift water". The town was officially incorporated in 1876.
In the late 19th century, Nekoosa was a major lumbering center. The Nekoosa Paper Mill was established in 1883 and was the largest employer in the area for many years. The mill was eventually sold to Georgia-Pacific in the late 1990s.
Geography
Nekoosa is located at 44°20'25"N 89°51'45"W (44.3405, -89.8625). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Nekoosa is home to several businesses, including the Nekoosa Paper Mill, which is now owned by Georgia-Pacific. The mill is the largest employer in the area, with over 500 employees. Other businesses in the area include a variety of retail stores, restaurants, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,521 people, 1,072 households, and 645 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,139.1 people per square mile (440.2/km2). There were 1,164 housing units at an average density of 522.7 per square mile (201.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.6% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
There were 1,072 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.2% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,964 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,845. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Nekoosa?
Total Population of Nekoosa is 2,489.
What is the Total Male Population of Nekoosa?
Total Male Population of Nekoosa is 1,179.
What is the Total Female Population of Nekoosa?
Total Female Population of Nekoosa is 1,310.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Nekoosa?
There are 90.00 Males per 100 Females in Nekoosa.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Nekoosa?
There are 111.11 Females per 100 Males in Nekoosa.
What is the Median Population Age in Nekoosa?
Median Population Age in Nekoosa is 43.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Nekoosa
Average Family Size in Nekoosa is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Nekoosa
Average Household Size in Nekoosa is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Nekoosa?
Per Capita income in Nekoosa is $25,627.
What is the Median Family Income in Nekoosa?
Median Family Income in Nekoosa is $65,625.
What is the Median Household income in Nekoosa?
Median Household Income in Nekoosa is $40,833.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Nekoosa?
Income or Wage Gap in Nekoosa is 31.6%.
Women in Nekoosa earn 68.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Nekoosa?
Inequality or Gini Index in Nekoosa is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Nekoosa?
There are 1,071 People in the Labor Forcein in Nekoosa.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Nekoosa?
54.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Nekoosa.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Nekoosa?
Unemployment Rate in Nekoosa is 5.3%.