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Monroe County Overview

$26,120
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,034
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,392
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,019
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,438
TOTAL POPULATION
6,210
MALE POPULATION
6,228
FEMALE POPULATION
99.71
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.29
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
5,183
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Monroe County Area Codes

Income in Monroe County

Income Overview in Monroe County

Per Capita Income in Monroe County is $26,120, while median incomes of families and households are $65,034 and $52,392 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income12,438$26,120
Median Family Income3,042$65,034
Mean Family Income3,042$75,570
Median Household Income4,596$52,392
Mean Household Income4,596$63,766
Income Deficit3,042$9,019
Wage / Income Gap (%)12,43830.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)12,43869.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index12,4380.40

Earnings by Sex in Monroe County

Average Earnings in Monroe County are $28,971, $37,163 for men and $25,832 for women, a difference of 30.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Monroe County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,792 (51.8%)$37,163
Female2,601 (48.2%)$25,832
Total5,393 (100.0%)$28,971

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe County

The most common earnings brackets in Monroe County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (284 | 10.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (373 | 14.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less74 (2.6%)373 (14.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999236 (8.5%)37 (1.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49972 (2.6%)161 (6.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99922 (0.8%)37 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499107 (3.8%)20 (0.8%)
$12,500 to $14,999166 (5.9%)30 (1.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49944 (1.6%)125 (4.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99955 (2.0%)83 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49960 (2.1%)49 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999162 (5.8%)300 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $29,999210 (7.5%)369 (14.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999143 (5.1%)181 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999237 (8.5%)100 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,999156 (5.6%)283 (10.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999106 (3.8%)37 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $54,999151 (5.4%)86 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999284 (10.2%)139 (5.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999144 (5.2%)62 (2.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999150 (5.4%)62 (2.4%)
$100,000+213 (7.6%)67 (2.6%)
Total2,792 (100.0%)2,601 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe County

Average earnings in Monroe County are $39,514 for men and $28,516 for women, a difference of 27.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,583, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $24,271. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,750, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $27,378.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,092$0
High School Diploma$41,078$27,586
College or Associate's Degree$24,271$30,104
Bachelor's Degree$57,583$27,378
Graduate Degree--
Total$39,514$28,516

Family Income in Monroe County

Family Income Brackets in Monroe County

According to the Monroe County family income data, there are 751 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 58 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Monroe County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000672.2%
$10,000 to $14,999581.9%
$15,000 to $24,9992317.6%
$25,000 to $34,9992046.7%
$35,000 to $49,99951116.8%
$50,000 to $74,99975124.7%
$75,000 to $99,99956318.5%
$100,000 to $149,99939513.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991615.3%
$200,000+1033.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe County

5-person families (60 | 2.0%) account for the highest median family income in Monroe County with $83,750 per family, while 2-person families (1,866 | 61.3%) have the highest median income of $30,625 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,866 (61.3%)$61,250
3-Person Families747 (24.6%)$72,219
4-Person Families256 (8.4%)$64,531
5-Person Families60 (2.0%)$83,750
6-Person Families96 (3.2%)$82,500
7+ Person Families17 (0.6%)$0
Total3,042 (100.0%)$65,034

Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe County

The median family income in Monroe County is $65,034, with families comprising 3+ earners (250) having the highest median family income of $103,929, while families with no earners (927) have the lowest median family income of $47,861, accounting for 8.2% and 30.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners927 (30.5%)$47,861
1 Earner1,013 (33.3%)$53,585
2 Earners852 (28.0%)$75,893
3+ Earners250 (8.2%)$103,929
Total3,042 (100.0%)$65,034

Household Income in Monroe County

Household Income Brackets in Monroe County

With 984 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Monroe County, accounting for 21.4% of all households. In contrast, only 101 households (2.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Monroe County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002395.2%
$10,000 to $14,9992806.1%
$15,000 to $24,9994469.7%
$25,000 to $34,99948310.5%
$35,000 to $49,99971715.6%
$50,000 to $74,99998421.4%
$75,000 to $99,99969415.1%
$100,000 to $149,99948710.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991653.6%
$200,000+1012.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe County

The median household income in Monroe County is $52,392, with the highest median household income of $70,438 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 80 households (1.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,481, with 1,870 households (40.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years80 (1.7%)$70,438
25 to 44 Years940 (20.4%)$52,011
45 to 64 Years1,706 (37.1%)$62,461
65+ Years1,870 (40.7%)$41,481
Total4,596 (100.0%)$52,392

Poverty in Monroe County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County

With 11.8% poverty level for males and 14.5% for females among the residents of Monroe County, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 64 males (56.6%) and 121 females (42.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years92 (30.3%)121 (42.9%)
5 Years64 (56.6%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years90 (22.7%)106 (26.4%)
12 to 14 Years36 (17.1%)12 (7.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years23 (37.7%)15 (5.7%)
18 to 24 Years32 (5.2%)5 (1.5%)
25 to 34 Years61 (11.7%)235 (34.3%)
35 to 44 Years97 (13.9%)76 (12.3%)
45 to 54 Years162 (20.7%)74 (9.7%)
55 to 64 Years36 (3.9%)85 (9.3%)
65 to 74 Years29 (3.5%)104 (11.6%)
75 Years and over9 (1.5%)64 (10.0%)
Total731 (11.8%)897 (14.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County

According to the poverty statistics in Monroe County, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years212 (69.7%)161 (57.1%)
5 Years49 (43.4%)142 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years306 (77.3%)295 (73.6%)
12 to 14 Years174 (82.9%)156 (92.9%)
15 Years118 (100.0%)49 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years38 (62.3%)249 (94.3%)
18 to 24 Years580 (94.8%)338 (98.5%)
25 to 34 Years462 (88.3%)450 (65.7%)
35 to 44 Years601 (86.1%)543 (87.7%)
45 to 54 Years621 (79.3%)687 (90.3%)
55 to 64 Years889 (96.1%)831 (90.7%)
65 to 74 Years812 (96.6%)794 (88.4%)
75 Years and over594 (98.5%)579 (90.0%)
Total5,456 (88.2%)5,274 (85.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Monroe County show that 1.7% or 40 of the total 2,393 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.0%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,779 (98.8%)21 (1.2%)
1 or 2 Children452 (96.0%)19 (4.0%)
3 or 4 Children122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,353 (98.3%)40 (1.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe County

According to the poverty data in Monroe County, 23.6% or 55 single-father households and 34.1% or 142 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 90 households (45.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)52 (24.0%)
1 or 2 Children42 (44.7%)90 (45.5%)
3 or 4 Children3 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (23.6%)142 (34.1%)

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

The poverty data for Monroe County shows that 40 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 197 of the single-parent households (30.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (4.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Monroe County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children21 (1.2%)52 (15.2%)
1 or 2 Children19 (4.0%)132 (45.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total40 (1.7%)197 (30.3%)

Race in Monroe County

The most populous races in Monroe County are White / Caucasian (11,963 | 96.2%), Two or more Races (382 | 3.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (244 | 2.0%).
Race in Monroe County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American850.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2442.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian11,96396.2%
Two or more Races3823.1%
Some other Race80.1%
Total12,438100.0%

Ancestry in Monroe County

The most populous ancestries reported in Monroe County are English (1,568 | 12.6%), German (1,356 | 10.9%), American (1,324 | 10.6%), Irish (1,072 | 8.6%), and Scotch-Irish (398 | 3.2%), together accounting for 46.0% of all Monroe County residents.
Ancestry in Monroe County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1,32410.6%
Arab360.3%
Austrian460.4%
Bhutanese70.1%
British90.1%
Burmese80.1%
Central American1461.2%
Cherokee60.1%
Cuban120.1%
Czech120.1%
Danish130.1%
Dutch650.5%
Eastern European90.1%
English1,56812.6%
European3052.5%
French1401.1%
German1,35610.9%
Guatemalan1461.2%
Hungarian300.2%
Irish1,0728.6%
Italian2271.8%
Jamaican200.2%
Korean70.1%
Lebanese360.3%
Mexican500.4%
Norwegian900.7%
Polish970.8%
Puerto Rican140.1%
Russian150.1%
Scandinavian320.3%
Scotch-Irish3983.2%
Scottish1631.3%
South African150.1%
Spaniard50.0%
Subsaharan African150.1%
Swedish210.2%
Swiss840.7%
Ukrainian10.0%
Welsh110.1%
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Immigrants in Monroe County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Monroe County came from Latin America (150 | 1.2%), Central America (147 | 1.2%), Guatemala (146 | 1.2%), Asia (13 | 0.1%), and Israel (13 | 0.1%), together accounting for 3.8% of all Monroe County residents.
Immigrants in Monroe County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia130.1%
Caribbean30.0%
Central America1471.2%
Cuba30.0%
Eastern Europe10.0%
Europe10.0%
Guatemala1461.2%
Israel130.1%
Latin America1501.2%
Mexico10.0%
Ukraine10.0%
Western Asia130.1%
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Sex and Age in Monroe County

Sex and Age in Monroe County

The most populous age groups in Monroe County are 65 to 69 Years (584 | 9.4%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (581 | 9.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years304 (4.9%)287 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Years387 (6.2%)387 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years338 (5.4%)324 (5.2%)
15 to 19 Years498 (8.0%)463 (7.4%)
20 to 24 Years293 (4.7%)193 (3.1%)
25 to 29 Years135 (2.2%)379 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years388 (6.2%)306 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years379 (6.1%)171 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Years319 (5.1%)448 (7.2%)
45 to 49 Years362 (5.8%)356 (5.7%)
50 to 54 Years421 (6.8%)405 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years360 (5.8%)481 (7.7%)
60 to 64 Years565 (9.1%)435 (7.0%)
65 to 69 Years584 (9.4%)581 (9.3%)
70 to 74 Years273 (4.4%)318 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years363 (5.9%)256 (4.1%)
80 to 84 Years119 (1.9%)224 (3.6%)
85 Years and over122 (2.0%)214 (3.4%)
Total6,210 (100.0%)6,228 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Monroe County

Median Family Size in Monroe County

The median family size in Monroe County is 3.36 persons per family, with single male/father families (233 | 7.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.81 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,393 | 78.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.04 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Monroe County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,393 (78.7%)3.04
Single Male/Father233 (7.7%)4.81
Single Female/Mother416 (13.7%)4.33
Total Families3,042 (100.0%)3.36

Median Household Size in Monroe County

The median household size in Monroe County is 2.69 persons per household, with single male/father households (233 | 5.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.11 persons per household. non-family households (1,554 | 33.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Monroe County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,393 (52.1%)3.07
Single Male/Father233 (5.1%)5.11
Single Female/Mother416 (9.0%)5.06
Non-family1,554 (33.8%)1.11
Total Households4,596 (100.0%)2.69

Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe County

Out of a total of 4,596 households in Monroe County, 3,042 (66.2%) are family households, while 1,554 (33.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,832, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,460.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,460 (31.8%)
2-Person Households1,832 (39.9%)94 (2.1%)
3-Person Households606 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households415 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households76 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households95 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,042 (66.2%)1,554 (33.8%)

Female Fertility in Monroe County

Fertility by Age in Monroe County

Average fertility rate in Monroe County is 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 86.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years78 (86.7%)89.0
35 to 50 years12 (13.3%)11.0
Total90 (100.0%)37.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe County

74.4% of women with births (90) in Monroe County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.5% 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.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years55 (70.5%)23 (29.5%)
35 to 50 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (74.4%)23 (25.6%)

Fertility by Education in Monroe County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School2 (2.2%)3.0
High School Diploma31 (34.4%)30.0
College or Associate's Degree45 (50.0%)81.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (13.3%)45.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total90 (100.0%)37.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe County

25.6% of women with births in Monroe County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school 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 51.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree22 (48.9%)23 (51.1%)
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (74.4%)23 (25.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Monroe County

Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe County

Among the 4,208 employed individuals in Monroe County, private company employees (2,955 | 70.2%), not-for-profit organizations (352 | 8.4%), and local government employees (319 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,95570.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)821.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2596.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations3528.4%
Local Government Employees3197.6%
State Government Employees1423.4%
Federal Government Employees842.0%
Unpaid Family Workers150.4%
Total4,208100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Monroe County

According to the labor force statistics for Monroe County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,244), 50.6% or 5,183 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.6% or 549 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 88.7% or 431 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 39.8% or 220 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years519 (65.4%)192 (37.0%)
20 to 24 Years431 (88.7%)29 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Years447 (87.0%)27 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Years553 (79.7%)220 (39.8%)
35 to 44 Years882 (67.0%)33 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,067 (69.1%)32 (3.0%)
55 to 59 Years641 (76.2%)18 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years309 (30.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years270 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over64 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,183 (50.6%)549 (10.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe County

According to labor force statistics for Monroe County, 66.0% of individuals (3,901) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,910) are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 332 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 86.9% or 745 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.9% or 140 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School241 (33.5%)36 (5.0%)
High School Diploma2,035 (66.4%)270 (8.8%)
College / Associate Degree879 (69.3%)202 (15.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher745 (86.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,901 (66.0%)502 (8.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Monroe County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe County are Community & Social Service (379 | 8.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (337 | 7.3%), Management (292 | 6.3%), Education Instruction & Library (230 | 5.0%), and Health Technologists (152 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Monroe County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (84.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (83.6%), and Education, Arts & Media (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Technologists (92.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management112 (38.4%)180 (61.6%)
Business & Financial59 (49.6%)60 (50.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science61 (83.6%)12 (16.4%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering61 (84.7%)11 (15.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 174 (45.9%)205 (54.1%)
Education, Arts & Media75 (75.0%)25 (25.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library75 (32.6%)155 (67.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment24 (58.5%)17 (41.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating31 (9.2%)306 (90.8%)
Health Technologists12 (7.9%)140 (92.1%)
Total (Category)437 (36.4%)763 (63.6%)
Total (Overall)2,451 (52.9%)2,181 (47.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Monroe County are Healthcare Support (283 | 6.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (214 | 4.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (178 | 3.8%), Personal Care & Service (176 | 3.8%), and Security & Protection (67 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Monroe County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Monroe County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (80.6%), and Law Enforcement (65.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (99.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (72.0%), and Personal Care & Service (63.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support2 (0.7%)281 (99.3%)
Security & Protection54 (80.6%)13 (19.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement25 (65.8%)13 (34.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving81 (45.5%)97 (54.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance60 (28.0%)154 (72.0%)
Personal Care & Service64 (36.4%)112 (63.6%)
Total (Category)261 (28.4%)657 (71.6%)
Total (Overall)2,451 (52.9%)2,181 (47.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Monroe County are Office & Administration (449 | 9.7%), and Sales & Related (292 | 6.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Monroe County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related114 (39.0%)178 (61.0%)
Office & Administration82 (18.3%)367 (81.7%)
Total (Category)196 (26.5%)545 (73.6%)
Total (Overall)2,451 (52.9%)2,181 (47.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Monroe County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (286 | 6.2%), Construction & Extraction (277 | 6.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (184 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Monroe County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry223 (78.0%)63 (22.0%)
Construction & Extraction213 (76.9%)64 (23.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)620 (83.0%)127 (17.0%)
Total (Overall)2,451 (52.9%)2,181 (47.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Monroe County are Production (881 | 19.0%), Material Moving (77 | 1.7%), and Transportation (68 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Monroe County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Monroe County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production809 (91.8%)72 (8.2%)
Transportation68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving60 (77.9%)17 (22.1%)
Total (Category)937 (91.3%)89 (8.7%)
Total (Overall)2,451 (52.9%)2,181 (47.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County

Employment Industries in Monroe County

The major employment industries in Monroe County include Health Care & Social Assistance (807 | 17.4%), Manufacturing (707 | 15.3%), Construction (533 | 11.5%), Retail Trade (468 | 10.1%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (390 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries in Monroe County

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County

The Monroe County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (90.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting271 (69.5%)119 (30.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction496 (93.1%)37 (6.9%)
Manufacturing623 (88.1%)84 (11.9%)
Wholesale Trade45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade213 (45.5%)255 (54.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing74 (92.5%)6 (7.5%)
Utilities33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance43 (40.6%)63 (59.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific85 (29.1%)207 (70.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support40 (34.8%)75 (65.2%)
Educational Services109 (32.0%)232 (68.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance81 (10.0%)726 (90.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services133 (52.6%)120 (47.4%)
Public Administration69 (37.3%)116 (62.7%)
Total2,451 (52.9%)2,181 (47.1%)

Education in Monroe County

School Enrollment in Monroe County

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,335 students in Monroe County are high school (642 | 27.5%), middle school (601 | 25.7%), and elementary school (473 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Monroe County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1767.5%
Kindergarten1737.4%
Elementary School47320.3%
Middle School60125.7%
High School64227.5%
College / Undergraduate25911.1%
Graduate / Professional110.5%
Total2,335100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe County

Out of a total of 2,335 students who are enrolled in schools in Monroe County, 219 (9.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,116 (90.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (30.4% 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.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old697 (93.4%)49 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds571 (88.7%)73 (11.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds442 (92.9%)34 (7.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds191 (79.6%)49 (20.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over32 (69.6%)14 (30.4%)
Total2,116 (90.6%)219 (9.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe County

Education (309 | 19.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (267 | 17.1%), science & technology (185 | 11.8%), arts & humanities (179 | 11.4%), and business (133 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 1,566 individuals in Monroe County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural26717.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology744.7%
Social Sciences996.3%
Engineering1147.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology18511.8%
Business1338.5%
Education30919.7%
Literature & Languages181.1%
Liberal Arts & History613.9%
Visual & Performing Arts1076.8%
Communications201.3%
Arts & Humanities17911.4%
Total1,566100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Monroe County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Monroe County are males with 3 vehicles (776, accounting for 35.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (442, making up 38.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle15 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle356 (16.3%)397 (19.6%)
2 Vehicles731 (33.5%)701 (34.7%)
3 Vehicles776 (35.5%)442 (21.9%)
4 Vehicles129 (5.9%)380 (18.8%)
5 or more Vehicles178 (8.2%)102 (5.0%)
Total2,185 (100.0%)2,022 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Monroe County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Monroe County are 60 to 89 minutes (659 commuters, 16.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (542 commuters, 13.4%), and 45 to 59 minutes (413 commuters, 10.2%).
Commute Time in Monroe County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2355.8%
5 to 9 Minutes2987.3%
10 to 14 Minutes2806.9%
15 to 19 Minutes40610.0%
20 to 24 Minutes3839.5%
25 to 29 Minutes1944.8%
30 to 34 Minutes54213.4%
35 to 39 Minutes1343.3%
40 to 44 Minutes2716.7%
45 to 59 Minutes41310.2%
60 to 89 Minutes65916.3%
90 or more Minutes2375.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Monroe County

The most common commute times in Monroe County are 30 to 34 minutes (342 commuters, 16.1%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (426 commuters, 22.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Monroe County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes139 (6.6%)96 (5.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes170 (8.0%)128 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes109 (5.1%)171 (8.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes156 (7.4%)250 (12.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes234 (11.0%)149 (7.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes68 (3.2%)126 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes342 (16.1%)200 (10.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes127 (6.0%)7 (0.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes180 (8.5%)91 (4.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes218 (10.3%)195 (10.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes233 (11.0%)426 (22.0%)
90 or more Minutes143 (6.8%)94 (4.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Monroe County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (293, 13.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (348, 18.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM247 (11.7%)98 (5.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM177 (8.4%)119 (6.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM176 (8.3%)145 (7.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM293 (13.8%)222 (11.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM123 (5.8%)247 (12.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM207 (9.8%)348 (18.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM259 (12.2%)224 (11.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM113 (5.3%)93 (4.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM18 (0.9%)41 (2.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM95 (4.5%)41 (2.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM54 (2.5%)29 (1.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM61 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM116 (5.5%)268 (13.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM180 (8.5%)58 (3.0%)
Total2,119 (100.0%)1,933 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Monroe County

Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe County

Of the total 4,596 dwellings in Monroe County, owner-occupied units account for 3,753 (81.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 843 (18.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,75381.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units84318.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,596100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe County

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,46031.8%
2-Person Household1,92641.9%
3-Person Household60613.2%
4+ Person Household60413.1%
Total Housing Units4,596100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,136 (77.8%)324 (22.2%)
2-Person Household1,695 (88.0%)231 (12.0%)
3-Person Household494 (81.5%)112 (18.5%)
4+ Person Household428 (70.9%)176 (29.1%)
Total Housing Units3,753 (81.7%)843 (18.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School338 (68.3%)157 (31.7%)
High School Diploma1,875 (83.8%)362 (16.2%)
College/Associate Degree798 (81.1%)186 (18.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher742 (84.3%)138 (15.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4108.9%
35 to 44 Years61013.3%
45 to 54 Years66814.5%
55 to 64 Years1,03822.6%
65 to 74 Years97621.2%
75 to 84 Years66414.4%
85 Years and Over2305.0%
Total4,596100.0%

Housing Finances in Monroe County

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe County

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,753 (81.7%)$55,557
Renter-Occupied843 (18.3%)$37,314
Average4,596 (100.0%)$52,392

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00030 (0.8%)45 (5.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999160 (4.3%)3 (0.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999158 (4.2%)122 (14.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999129 (3.4%)35 (4.2%)
$20,000 to $24,999166 (4.4%)117 (13.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999428 (11.4%)56 (6.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999564 (15.0%)152 (18.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999881 (23.5%)102 (12.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999577 (15.4%)118 (14.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999399 (10.6%)86 (10.2%)
$150,000 or more261 (7.0%)7 (0.8%)
Total3,753 (100.0%)843 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300767 (20.4%)21 (2.5%)
$300 to $499983 (26.2%)109 (12.9%)
$500 to $799869 (23.2%)333 (39.5%)
$800 to $999339 (9.0%)146 (17.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499550 (14.6%)17 (2.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999171 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49931 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99922 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more21 (0.6%)22 (2.6%)
Total3,753 (100.0%)843 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Monroe County

Housing Structures in Monroe County

Housing Structures in Monroe County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,83683.5%
Single Unit, Attached70.2%
2 Unit Apartments250.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments70.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments330.7%
10 or more Apartments310.7%
Mobile Home / Other65714.3%
Total4,596100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,305 (86.2%)531 (13.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other448 (68.2%)209 (31.8%)
Total3,753 (81.7%)843 (18.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room12 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms48 (1.3%)117 (13.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,175 (31.3%)303 (35.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,671 (44.5%)322 (38.2%)
8 or more Rooms847 (22.6%)101 (12.0%)
Total3,753 (100.0%)843 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas463 (12.3%)82 (9.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas422 (11.2%)152 (18.0%)
Electricity2,000 (53.3%)401 (47.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene231 (6.2%)38 (4.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels634 (16.9%)158 (18.7%)
No Fuel Used3 (0.1%)12 (1.4%)
Total3,753 (100.0%)843 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe County

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle216 (5.8%)85 (10.1%)
1 Vehicle1,020 (27.2%)400 (47.4%)
2 Vehicles1,338 (35.6%)211 (25.0%)
3 or more Vehicles1,179 (31.4%)147 (17.4%)
Total3,753 (100.0%)843 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Monroe County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Monroe County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,1871,566
Median Property Value$156,600$122,200
Median Household Income$43,477$204
Monthly Housing Costs$381$10
Real Estate Taxes$606$36

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000463 (21.2%)87 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999296 (13.5%)398 (25.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,152 (52.7%)961 (61.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999128 (5.9%)79 (5.0%)
$500,000 to $749,999105 (4.8%)23 (1.5%)
$750,000 to $999,99923 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more20 (0.9%)18 (1.1%)
Total2,187 (100.0%)1,566 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000155 (7.1%)28 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999395 (18.1%)35 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999292 (13.4%)58 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999329 (15.0%)136 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999524 (24.0%)235 (15.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999220 (10.1%)357 (22.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999215 (9.8%)357 (22.8%)
$150,000 or more57 (2.6%)184 (11.7%)
Total2,187 (100.0%)1,566 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x602 (27.5%)70,938 (4,529.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x498 (22.8%)797 (50.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x277 (12.7%)369 (23.6%)
4.0x or more788 (36.0%)245 (15.6%)
Total2,187 (100.0%)1,566 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,344 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499473 (21.6%)942 (60.2%)
$800 to $1,499299 (13.7%)438 (28.0%)
Total2,187 (100.0%)1,566 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years845 (99.2%)7 (0.8%)
6 to 18 Years1,868 (95.3%)93 (4.7%)
19 to 25 Years738 (81.5%)168 (18.5%)
26 to 34 Years738 (76.6%)225 (23.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,018 (77.3%)299 (22.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,123 (72.7%)421 (27.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,678 (91.1%)163 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,739 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,246 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,993 (88.9%)1,376 (11.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born845 (99.2%)7 (0.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,868 (95.3%)93 (4.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen738 (81.5%)168 (18.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,682 (96.4%)62 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,552 (89.4%)303 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,528 (91.3%)240 (8.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,877 (72.9%)697 (27.1%)
$100,000 and over2,352 (97.0%)72 (3.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6687 (80.6%)208 (24.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,222 (62.3%)968 (49.4%)
19 to 25 Years262 (28.9%)513 (56.6%)
25 to 34 Years515 (53.5%)272 (28.2%)
35 to 44 Years331 (25.1%)732 (55.6%)
45 to 54 Years504 (32.6%)729 (47.2%)
55 to 64 Years626 (34.0%)1,158 (62.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,728 (99.4%)872 (50.1%)
75 Years and over1,246 (100.0%)783 (62.8%)
Total7,121 (57.6%)6,235 (50.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years140 (15.5%)82 (8.0%)
18 to 34 Years127 (11.2%)159 (15.5%)
35 to 64 Years689 (28.6%)413 (18.0%)
65 to 74 Years289 (34.4%)245 (27.3%)
75 Years and over362 (60.0%)369 (57.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Monroe County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)90 (8.7%)
35 to 64 Years257 (10.7%)74 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years167 (19.9%)112 (12.5%)
75 Years and over217 (36.0%)68 (10.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years21 (2.3%)31 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years102 (4.2%)97 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years13 (1.5%)43 (4.8%)
75 Years and over77 (12.8%)132 (20.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years119 (13.2%)51 (5.0%)
18 to 34 Years92 (8.1%)54 (5.2%)
35 to 64 Years358 (14.9%)230 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (3.6%)91 (10.1%)
75 Years and over114 (18.9%)49 (7.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years23 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years411 (17.1%)212 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years133 (15.8%)179 (19.9%)
75 Years and over274 (45.4%)220 (34.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Monroe County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years140 (5.8%)109 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years3 (0.4%)69 (7.7%)
75 Years and over72 (11.9%)104 (16.2%)

Technology Access in Monroe County

Computing Device Access in Monroe County

Computing Device Access in Monroe County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,89563.0%
Smartphone3,24470.6%
Tablet1,99543.4%
No Computing Device67614.7%
Total4,596100.0%

Internet Access in Monroe County

Internet Access in Monroe County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet130.3%
Broadband Home2,18147.4%
Cellular Data Only81517.7%
Satellite Internet68414.9%
No Internet97821.3%
Total4,596100.0%

Monroe County Summary

Monroe County, West Virginia is located in the southeastern part of the state and is part of the Appalachian region. It is bordered by Greenbrier County to the north, Summers County to the east, Mercer County to the south, and Giles County, Virginia to the west. The county seat is Union, and the county was created in 1799 from parts of Greenbrier and Giles counties.

Geography

Monroe County is located in the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Allegheny Plateau. The county is mostly mountainous, with the highest point being the summit of Peters Mountain at 4,072 feet. The county is drained by the Greenbrier River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county also contains several smaller streams, including the Wolf Creek, Indian Creek, and the Little Wolf Creek. The county is mostly forested, with the majority of the land being used for timber production.

Economy

The economy of Monroe County is largely based on agriculture and timber production. The county is home to several large farms, and the county is also home to several large timber companies. The county also has a large tourism industry, with many visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Monroe County had a population of 13,502. The population was spread out with a median age of 43.7 years. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 16.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Monroe County, West Virginia is a rural county located in the Appalachian Mountains. The county is largely agricultural and timber-based, and the county also has a large tourism industry. The population of the county is mostly white, with a median age of 43.7 years. The median income for a household in the county is $30,945, and the per capita income is $17,845. The county has a poverty rate of 16.2%, with 28.2% of those under the age of 18 living in poverty.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Monroe County?
Per Capita income in Monroe County is $26,120.
What is the Median Family Income in Monroe County?
Median Family Income in Monroe County is $65,034.
What is the Median Household income in Monroe County?
Median Household Income in Monroe County is $52,392.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Monroe County?
Income or Wage Gap in Monroe County is 30.5%.
Women in Monroe County earn 69.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Monroe County?
Family Income Deficit in Monroe County is $9,019.
Families that are below poverty line in Monroe County earn $9,019 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe County is 0.40.
What is the Total Population of Monroe County?
Total Population of Monroe County is 12,438.
What is the Total Male Population of Monroe County?
Total Male Population of Monroe County is 6,210.
What is the Total Female Population of Monroe County?
Total Female Population of Monroe County is 6,228.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Monroe County?
There are 99.71 Males per 100 Females in Monroe County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Monroe County?
There are 100.29 Females per 100 Males in Monroe County.
What is the Median Population Age in Monroe County?
Median Population Age in Monroe County is 45.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Monroe County
Average Family Size in Monroe County is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Monroe County
Average Household Size in Monroe County is 2.7 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Monroe County?
There are 5,183 People in the Labor Forcein in Monroe County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Monroe County?
50.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Monroe County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Monroe County?
Unemployment Rate in Monroe County is 10.6%.