Mohave County, AZ

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Mohave County Overview

214,229
TOTAL POPULATION
108,677
MALE POPULATION
105,552
FEMALE POPULATION
102.96
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.12
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,835
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,283
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,592
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,931
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
82,046
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Mohave County Area Codes

Race in Mohave County

The most populous races in Mohave County are White / Caucasian (178,146 | 83.2%), Hispanic or Latino (37,218 | 17.4%), and Two or more Races (17,105 | 8.0%).
Race in Mohave County
Race# Population% Population
Asian2,3131.1%
Black / African American2,4221.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific4940.2%
Hispanic or Latino37,21817.4%
Native / Alaskan4,1361.9%
White / Caucasian178,14683.2%
Two or more Races17,1058.0%
Some other Race9,6134.5%
Total214,229100.0%

Ancestry in Mohave County

The most populous ancestries reported in Mohave County are German (38,133 | 17.8%), Mexican (29,319 | 13.7%), English (27,888 | 13.0%), Irish (26,167 | 12.2%), and American (10,025 | 4.7%), together accounting for 61.4% of all Mohave County residents.
Ancestry in Mohave County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1540.1%
Alaska Native20.0%
Albanian580.0%
Aleut110.0%
American10,0254.7%
Apache2440.1%
Arab5810.3%
Argentinean2830.1%
Armenian1680.1%
Australian1320.1%
Austrian3340.2%
Basque690.0%
Belgian1040.1%
Bhutanese4820.2%
Blackfeet1360.1%
Brazilian970.1%
British1,1030.5%
Bulgarian50.0%
Burmese3260.2%
Cajun360.0%
Cambodian50.0%
Canadian4730.2%
Central American9500.4%
Central American Indian310.0%
Cherokee8250.4%
Cheyenne470.0%
Chickasaw600.0%
Chippewa590.0%
Choctaw3470.2%
Colombian600.0%
Comanche170.0%
Costa Rican1000.1%
Cree270.0%
Creek1980.1%
Croatian1860.1%
Cuban7800.4%
Czech6260.3%
Czechoslovakian2080.1%
Danish1,6620.8%
Delaware60.0%
Dutch4,7412.2%
Eastern European3520.2%
Ecuadorian800.0%
Egyptian2270.1%
English27,88813.0%
Ethiopian1120.1%
European3,9671.8%
Filipino130.0%
Finnish4160.2%
French7,3073.4%
French American Indian100.0%
French Canadian1,4100.7%
German38,13317.8%
Greek5500.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro1580.1%
Guatemalan3310.2%
Haitian80.0%
Honduran630.0%
Hopi1260.1%
Hungarian1,4750.7%
Icelander540.0%
Indian (Asian)2020.1%
Inupiat870.0%
Iranian1070.1%
Irish26,16712.2%
Iroquois530.0%
Israeli1180.1%
Italian9,8394.6%
Jamaican50.0%
Japanese720.0%
Korean1,7830.8%
Laotian730.0%
Latvian80.0%
Lebanese1060.1%
Lithuanian2450.1%
Lumbee230.0%
Luxembourger610.0%
Malaysian130.0%
Mexican29,31913.7%
Mexican American Indian810.0%
Native Hawaiian5850.3%
Navajo7350.3%
Nicaraguan1030.1%
Nigerian290.0%
Northern European2590.1%
Norwegian4,5242.1%
Osage90.0%
Paiute2420.1%
Pakistani3090.1%
Palestinian910.0%
Panamanian160.0%
Pennsylvania German1930.1%
Peruvian2910.1%
Pima1550.1%
Polish4,6812.2%
Portuguese1,0300.5%
Potawatomi120.0%
Pueblo820.0%
Puerto Rican1,5540.7%
Puget Sound Salish330.0%
Romanian2820.1%
Russian1,5280.7%
Salvadoran3370.2%
Samoan260.0%
Scandinavian8900.4%
Scotch-Irish2,1881.0%
Scottish4,5632.1%
Seminole80.0%
Serbian1550.1%
Sioux1720.1%
Slavic1280.1%
Slovak1140.1%
Slovene850.0%
South African250.0%
South American7550.4%
Spaniard1,4870.7%
Spanish8040.4%
Sri Lankan2500.1%
Subsaharan African4130.2%
Swedish3,5161.6%
Swiss5360.3%
Syrian650.0%
Thai1890.1%
Tohono O'Odham180.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian210.0%
Turkish130.0%
Ugandan470.0%
Ukrainian3200.2%
Uruguayan310.0%
Venezuelan100.0%
Welsh1,8180.9%
West Indian90.0%
Yaqui3090.1%
Yugoslavian1430.1%
Yuman2,0891.0%
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Immigrants in Mohave County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mohave County came from Latin America (8,195 | 3.8%), Central America (7,621 | 3.6%), Mexico (7,151 | 3.3%), Asia (2,182 | 1.0%), and Europe (1,811 | 0.9%), together accounting for 12.6% of all Mohave County residents.
Immigrants in Mohave County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2360.1%
Argentina880.0%
Asia2,1821.0%
Australia50.0%
Austria260.0%
Bangladesh100.0%
Belgium210.0%
Bolivia20.0%
Cambodia200.0%
Canada1,3920.6%
Caribbean2360.1%
Central America7,6213.6%
China1820.1%
Colombia610.0%
Croatia660.0%
Cuba1710.1%
Czechoslovakia500.0%
Denmark290.0%
Eastern Africa1880.1%
Eastern Asia4780.2%
Eastern Europe5200.2%
Ecuador670.0%
El Salvador700.0%
England2310.1%
Eritrea120.0%
Ethiopia1090.1%
Europe1,8110.9%
Fiji170.0%
France940.0%
Germany4140.2%
Guatemala1750.1%
Haiti80.0%
Honduras1410.1%
Hong Kong150.0%
Hungary1660.1%
India830.0%
Indonesia350.0%
Iran1390.1%
Ireland420.0%
Italy1580.1%
Jamaica360.0%
Japan1150.1%
Kazakhstan170.0%
Korea1760.1%
Laos50.0%
Latin America8,1953.8%
Lebanon130.0%
Mexico7,1513.3%
Morocco70.0%
Netherlands1270.1%
Nicaragua790.0%
Nigeria250.0%
Northern Africa70.0%
Northern Europe4190.2%
Oceania260.0%
Pakistan800.0%
Panama50.0%
Peru790.0%
Philippines8260.4%
Poland460.0%
Portugal210.0%
Romania300.0%
Scotland210.0%
Serbia400.0%
South Africa160.0%
South America3380.2%
South Central Asia4270.2%
South Eastern Asia1,1890.6%
Southern Europe1790.1%
Sri Lanka980.1%
Sweden330.0%
Switzerland110.0%
Taiwan750.0%
Thailand1970.1%
Trinidad and Tobago210.0%
Turkey80.0%
Uganda210.0%
Ukraine1030.1%
Uruguay310.0%
Venezuela100.0%
Vietnam940.0%
Western Africa250.0%
Western Asia650.0%
Western Europe6930.3%
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Sex and Age in Mohave County

Sex and Age in Mohave County

The most populous age groups in Mohave County are 65 to 69 Years (10,187 | 9.4%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (10,480 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mohave County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,553 (4.2%)4,328 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years5,430 (5.0%)4,388 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Years4,846 (4.5%)5,382 (5.1%)
15 to 19 Years5,373 (4.9%)4,832 (4.6%)
20 to 24 Years4,933 (4.5%)4,410 (4.2%)
25 to 29 Years5,931 (5.5%)4,815 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years5,849 (5.4%)5,296 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Years5,362 (4.9%)4,630 (4.4%)
40 to 44 Years5,152 (4.7%)4,646 (4.4%)
45 to 49 Years5,287 (4.9%)4,998 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years5,898 (5.4%)6,115 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years7,217 (6.6%)8,093 (7.7%)
60 to 64 Years9,627 (8.9%)9,854 (9.3%)
65 to 69 Years10,187 (9.4%)10,480 (9.9%)
70 to 74 Years8,700 (8.0%)8,739 (8.3%)
75 to 79 Years7,338 (6.8%)6,809 (6.5%)
80 to 84 Years4,424 (4.1%)4,502 (4.3%)
85 Years and over2,570 (2.4%)3,235 (3.1%)
Total108,677 (100.0%)105,552 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mohave County

Median Family Size in Mohave County

The median family size in Mohave County is 2.70 persons per family, with single female/mother families (10,196 | 17.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.89 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (5,808 | 9.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mohave County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple43,489 (73.1%)2.66
Single Male/Father5,808 (9.8%)2.63
Single Female/Mother10,196 (17.1%)2.89
Total Families59,493 (100.0%)2.70

Median Household Size in Mohave County

The median household size in Mohave County is 2.21 persons per household, with single female/mother households (10,196 | 10.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.22 persons per household. non-family households (35,676 | 37.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mohave County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple43,489 (45.7%)2.69
Single Male/Father5,808 (6.1%)2.99
Single Female/Mother10,196 (10.7%)3.22
Non-family35,676 (37.5%)1.21
Total Households95,169 (100.0%)2.21

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mohave County

Out of a total of 95,169 households in Mohave County, 59,493 (62.5%) are family households, while 35,676 (37.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 35,249, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 29,475.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mohave County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-29,475 (31.0%)
2-Person Households35,249 (37.0%)5,406 (5.7%)
3-Person Households10,675 (11.2%)433 (0.4%)
4-Person Households7,758 (8.2%)177 (0.2%)
5-Person Households3,103 (3.3%)147 (0.2%)
6-Person Households1,398 (1.5%)13 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,310 (1.4%)25 (0.0%)
Total59,493 (62.5%)35,676 (37.5%)

Female Fertility in Mohave County

Fertility by Age in Mohave County

Average fertility rate in Mohave County is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 107.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 68.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mohave County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years190 (8.4%)39.0
20 to 34 years1,553 (68.8%)107.0
35 to 50 years516 (22.8%)33.0
Total2,259 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mohave County

55.4% of women with births (2,259) in Mohave County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 81.0% 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 20.2% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mohave County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years36 (19.0%)154 (81.0%)
20 to 34 years803 (51.7%)750 (48.3%)
35 to 50 years412 (79.8%)104 (20.2%)
Total1,251 (55.4%)1,008 (44.6%)

Fertility by Education in Mohave County

Average fertility rate in Mohave County is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 110.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 35.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mohave County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School290 (12.8%)44.0
High School Diploma807 (35.7%)78.0
College or Associate's Degree730 (32.3%)57.0
Bachelor's Degree235 (10.4%)66.0
Graduate Degree197 (8.7%)110.0
Total2,259 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mohave County

44.6% of women with births in Mohave County 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 58.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mohave County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School147 (50.7%)143 (49.3%)
High School Diploma336 (41.6%)471 (58.4%)
College or Associate's Degree438 (60.0%)292 (40.0%)
Bachelor's Degree133 (56.6%)102 (43.4%)
Graduate Degree197 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,251 (55.4%)1,008 (44.6%)

Income in Mohave County

Income Overview in Mohave County

Per Capita Income in Mohave County is $32,835, while median incomes of families and households are $64,283 and $53,592 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income214,229$32,835
Median Family Income59,493$64,283
Mean Family Income59,493$83,869
Median Household Income95,169$53,592
Mean Household Income95,169$73,093
Income Deficit59,493$10,931
Wage / Income Gap (%)214,22913.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)214,22986.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index214,2290.46

Earnings by Sex in Mohave County

Average Earnings in Mohave County are $33,132, $35,753 for men and $30,795 for women, a difference of 13.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Mohave County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male45,945 (53.4%)$35,753
Female40,029 (46.6%)$30,795
Total85,974 (100.0%)$33,132

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mohave County

The most common earnings brackets in Mohave County are $100,000+ for men (4,959 | 10.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (3,885 | 9.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mohave County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2,532 (5.5%)2,513 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,538 (3.4%)1,269 (3.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,770 (3.8%)1,469 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,378 (3.0%)1,305 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,471 (3.2%)1,360 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,260 (2.7%)1,914 (4.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,166 (2.5%)1,478 (3.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,070 (2.3%)1,443 (3.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,399 (3.0%)1,413 (3.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,241 (4.9%)1,758 (4.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9993,516 (7.6%)3,553 (8.9%)
$30,000 to $34,9993,286 (7.1%)3,885 (9.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,402 (5.2%)2,612 (6.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,748 (6.0%)1,819 (4.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,120 (4.6%)1,565 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,601 (3.5%)2,007 (5.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9993,947 (8.6%)2,487 (6.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9992,119 (4.6%)1,384 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,422 (7.4%)2,218 (5.5%)
$100,000+4,959 (10.8%)2,577 (6.4%)
Total45,945 (100.0%)40,029 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mohave County

Average earnings in Mohave County are $40,147 for men and $33,220 for women, a difference of 17.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,224, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $28,417. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,003, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,892.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mohave County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,417$22,892
High School Diploma$35,761$28,121
College or Associate's Degree$42,488$34,745
Bachelor's Degree$57,921$45,892
Graduate Degree$77,224$63,003
Total$40,147$33,220

Family Income in Mohave County

Family Income Brackets in Mohave County

According to the Mohave County family income data, there are 12,613 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,606 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Mohave County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,3203.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991,6062.7%
$15,000 to $24,9993,6896.2%
$25,000 to $34,9996,00910.1%
$35,000 to $49,9998,50714.3%
$50,000 to $74,99912,61321.2%
$75,000 to $99,9999,40015.8%
$100,000 to $149,9999,04315.2%
$150,000 to $199,9993,2135.4%
$200,000+3,0945.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mohave County

4-person families (6,528 | 11.0%) account for the highest median family income in Mohave County with $84,328 per family, while 2-person families (37,590 | 63.2%) have the highest median income of $30,211 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mohave County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families37,590 (63.2%)$60,422
3-Person Families10,528 (17.7%)$66,250
4-Person Families6,528 (11.0%)$84,328
5-Person Families2,579 (4.3%)$80,337
6-Person Families1,262 (2.1%)$69,891
7+ Person Families1,006 (1.7%)$57,214
Total59,493 (100.0%)$64,283

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mohave County

The median family income in Mohave County is $64,283, with families comprising 3+ earners (3,217) having the highest median family income of $109,349, while families with no earners (20,834) have the lowest median family income of $50,347, accounting for 5.4% and 35.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mohave County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners20,834 (35.0%)$50,347
1 Earner19,624 (33.0%)$52,560
2 Earners15,818 (26.6%)$94,947
3+ Earners3,217 (5.4%)$109,349
Total59,493 (100.0%)$64,283

Household Income in Mohave County

Household Income Brackets in Mohave County

With 18,939 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mohave County, accounting for 19.9% of all households. In contrast, only 3,807 households (4.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mohave County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0005,4255.7%
$10,000 to $14,9994,5684.8%
$15,000 to $24,99910,27810.8%
$25,000 to $34,99910,75411.3%
$35,000 to $49,99913,41914.1%
$50,000 to $74,99918,93919.9%
$75,000 to $99,99911,61112.2%
$100,000 to $149,99912,65713.3%
$150,000 to $199,9993,8074.0%
$200,000+3,8074.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mohave County

The median household income in Mohave County is $53,592, with the highest median household income of $63,056 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 19,231 households (20.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $47,155, with 42,543 households (44.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mohave County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2,493 (2.6%)$48,686
25 to 44 Years19,231 (20.2%)$63,056
45 to 64 Years30,902 (32.5%)$59,956
65+ Years42,543 (44.7%)$47,155
Total95,169 (100.0%)$53,592

Poverty in Mohave County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mohave County

With 15.1% poverty level for males and 16.9% for females among the residents of Mohave County, 6 to 11 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2,020 males (30.3%) and 579 females (28.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mohave County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years958 (22.6%)1,141 (27.6%)
5 Years195 (24.0%)284 (26.7%)
6 to 11 Years2,020 (30.3%)1,331 (24.3%)
12 to 14 Years582 (22.5%)671 (21.9%)
15 Years258 (23.9%)88 (8.2%)
16 and 17 Years677 (29.3%)579 (28.8%)
18 to 24 Years1,224 (18.4%)1,722 (28.1%)
25 to 34 Years1,543 (14.0%)1,823 (18.3%)
35 to 44 Years1,125 (11.4%)1,785 (19.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,864 (17.3%)1,867 (16.9%)
55 to 64 Years2,982 (18.0%)2,764 (15.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,454 (7.8%)2,267 (11.9%)
75 Years and over1,032 (7.3%)1,361 (9.6%)
Total15,914 (15.1%)17,683 (16.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mohave County

According to the poverty statistics in Mohave County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.7% of males and 91.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mohave County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,274 (77.4%)2,993 (72.4%)
5 Years618 (76.0%)778 (73.3%)
6 to 11 Years4,638 (69.7%)4,152 (75.7%)
12 to 14 Years2,006 (77.5%)2,388 (78.1%)
15 Years823 (76.1%)991 (91.8%)
16 and 17 Years1,633 (70.7%)1,428 (71.2%)
18 to 24 Years5,442 (81.6%)4,415 (71.9%)
25 to 34 Years9,514 (86.1%)8,109 (81.7%)
35 to 44 Years8,709 (88.6%)7,415 (80.6%)
45 to 54 Years8,915 (82.7%)9,176 (83.1%)
55 to 64 Years13,573 (82.0%)15,154 (84.6%)
65 to 74 Years17,280 (92.2%)16,854 (88.1%)
75 Years and over13,114 (92.7%)12,859 (90.4%)
Total89,539 (84.9%)86,712 (83.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mohave County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mohave County show that 6.6% or 2,886 of the total 43,489 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 16.9%, comprising of 378 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.5%, which includes 14 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mohave County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children31,220 (94.2%)1,908 (5.8%)
1 or 2 Children7,230 (92.5%)586 (7.5%)
3 or 4 Children1,856 (83.1%)378 (16.9%)
5 or more Children297 (95.5%)14 (4.5%)
Total40,603 (93.4%)2,886 (6.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mohave County

According to the poverty data in Mohave County, 19.8% or 1,150 single-father households and 24.5% or 2,498 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 127 households (87.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 355 households (94.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mohave County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children478 (16.2%)371 (7.7%)
1 or 2 Children419 (18.3%)1,418 (34.1%)
3 or 4 Children126 (29.2%)354 (43.4%)
5 or more Children127 (87.0%)355 (94.7%)
Total1,150 (19.8%)2,498 (24.5%)

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

The poverty data for Mohave County shows that 2,886 of the married-couple family households (6.6%) and 3,648 of the single-parent households (22.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 378 households (16.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 482 household (92.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mohave County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,908 (5.8%)849 (10.9%)
1 or 2 Children586 (7.5%)1,837 (28.5%)
3 or 4 Children378 (16.9%)480 (38.5%)
5 or more Children14 (4.5%)482 (92.5%)
Total2,886 (6.6%)3,648 (22.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Mohave County

Employment by Class of Employer in Mohave County

Among the 74,493 employed individuals in Mohave County, private company employees (49,891 | 67.0%), local government employees (6,974 | 9.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (5,375 | 7.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mohave County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees49,89167.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,6073.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5,3757.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations4,9016.6%
Local Government Employees6,9749.4%
State Government Employees2,4803.3%
Federal Government Employees1,9172.6%
Unpaid Family Workers3480.5%
Total74,493100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mohave County

According to the labor force statistics for Mohave County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (183,139), 44.8% or 82,046 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 6,153 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 80.7% or 8,672 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.3% or 759 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mohave County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years3,257 (40.5%)759 (23.3%)
20 to 24 Years7,129 (76.3%)413 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years8,672 (80.7%)642 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Years8,827 (79.2%)812 (9.2%)
35 to 44 Years15,436 (78.0%)1,081 (7.0%)
45 to 54 Years15,140 (67.9%)969 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years8,864 (57.9%)532 (6.0%)
60 to 64 Years7,559 (38.8%)408 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years5,868 (15.4%)399 (6.8%)
75 Years and over1,357 (4.7%)119 (8.8%)
Total82,046 (44.8%)6,153 (7.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mohave County

According to labor force statistics for Mohave County, 65.3% of individuals (64,497) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (98,770) are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 4,450 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 76.3% or 11,107 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.8% or 818 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mohave County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6,933 (55.6%)1,471 (11.8%)
High School Diploma20,992 (63.3%)2,719 (8.2%)
College / Associate Degree25,464 (66.0%)2,469 (6.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher11,107 (76.3%)349 (2.4%)
Total64,497 (65.3%)6,815 (6.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mohave County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mohave County are Community & Social Service (6,539 | 8.6%), Management (6,352 | 8.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (4,591 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (3,316 | 4.4%), and Health Technologists (3,022 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mohave County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mohave County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (72.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (73.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (70.6%), and Health Technologists (70.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mohave County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3,669 (57.8%)2,683 (42.2%)
Business & Financial882 (33.2%)1,773 (66.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,766 (76.6%)539 (23.4%)
Computers & Mathematics667 (72.5%)253 (27.5%)
Architecture & Engineering939 (85.8%)155 (14.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science160 (55.0%)131 (45.0%)
Community & Social Service 2,049 (31.3%)4,490 (68.7%)
Education, Arts & Media420 (31.6%)909 (68.4%)
Legal Services & Support336 (40.0%)505 (60.1%)
Education Instruction & Library877 (26.5%)2,439 (73.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment416 (39.5%)637 (60.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,351 (29.4%)3,240 (70.6%)
Health Technologists903 (29.9%)2,119 (70.1%)
Total (Category)9,717 (43.3%)12,725 (56.7%)
Total (Overall)39,456 (52.0%)36,409 (48.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mohave County are Food Preparation & Serving (4,967 | 6.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4,528 | 6.0%), Healthcare Support (3,107 | 4.1%), Personal Care & Service (2,808 | 3.7%), and Security & Protection (2,512 | 3.3%).
Services Occupations in Mohave County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mohave County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (90.9%), Security & Protection (86.5%), and Law Enforcement (79.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.3%), Personal Care & Service (72.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mohave County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support363 (11.7%)2,744 (88.3%)
Security & Protection2,174 (86.5%)338 (13.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention1,391 (90.9%)139 (9.1%)
Law Enforcement783 (79.7%)199 (20.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving2,292 (46.1%)2,675 (53.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2,619 (57.8%)1,909 (42.2%)
Personal Care & Service780 (27.8%)2,028 (72.2%)
Total (Category)8,228 (45.9%)9,694 (54.1%)
Total (Overall)39,456 (52.0%)36,409 (48.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mohave County are Office & Administration (9,587 | 12.6%), and Sales & Related (8,038 | 10.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mohave County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mohave County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4,008 (49.9%)4,030 (50.1%)
Office & Administration1,869 (19.5%)7,718 (80.5%)
Total (Category)5,877 (33.3%)11,748 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)39,456 (52.0%)36,409 (48.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mohave County are Construction & Extraction (4,015 | 5.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,617 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (302 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mohave County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mohave County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry163 (54.0%)139 (46.0%)
Construction & Extraction3,942 (98.2%)73 (1.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,615 (99.9%)2 (0.1%)
Total (Category)6,720 (96.9%)214 (3.1%)
Total (Overall)39,456 (52.0%)36,409 (48.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mohave County are Transportation (4,098 | 5.4%), Material Moving (3,489 | 4.6%), and Production (3,355 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mohave County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mohave County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,552 (76.1%)803 (23.9%)
Transportation3,718 (90.7%)380 (9.3%)
Material Moving2,644 (75.8%)845 (24.2%)
Total (Category)8,914 (81.5%)2,028 (18.5%)
Total (Overall)39,456 (52.0%)36,409 (48.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mohave County

Employment Industries in Mohave County

The major employment industries in Mohave County include Health Care & Social Assistance (10,845 | 14.3%), Retail Trade (10,689 | 14.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (7,216 | 9.5%), Construction (6,021 | 7.9%), and Educational Services (5,185 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Mohave County

Employment Industries by Sex in Mohave County

The Mohave County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (97.4%), Construction (87.3%), and Utilities (82.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (77.2%), Finance & Insurance (71.9%), and Educational Services (61.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mohave County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting227 (54.4%)190 (45.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction406 (97.4%)11 (2.6%)
Construction5,258 (87.3%)763 (12.7%)
Manufacturing3,070 (74.4%)1,054 (25.6%)
Wholesale Trade653 (69.0%)294 (31.0%)
Retail Trade5,925 (55.4%)4,764 (44.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing3,044 (79.3%)793 (20.7%)
Utilities767 (82.2%)166 (17.8%)
Information628 (63.4%)363 (36.6%)
Finance & Insurance748 (28.1%)1,912 (71.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing978 (41.9%)1,356 (58.1%)
Professional & Scientific1,475 (46.8%)1,678 (53.2%)
Enterprise Management14 (46.7%)16 (53.3%)
Administrative & Support1,723 (56.9%)1,305 (43.1%)
Educational Services1,992 (38.4%)3,193 (61.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2,472 (22.8%)8,373 (77.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2,357 (55.7%)1,877 (44.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services2,968 (41.1%)4,248 (58.9%)
Public Administration2,449 (52.5%)2,211 (47.4%)
Total39,456 (52.0%)36,409 (48.0%)

Education in Mohave County

School Enrollment in Mohave County

The most common levels of schooling among the 34,958 students in Mohave County are middle school (8,217 | 23.5%), high school (7,835 | 22.4%), and elementary school (7,646 | 21.9%).
School Enrollment in Mohave County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,0595.9%
Kindergarten2,0535.9%
Elementary School7,64621.9%
Middle School8,21723.5%
High School7,83522.4%
College / Undergraduate5,77816.5%
Graduate / Professional1,3703.9%
Total34,958100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mohave County

Out of a total of 34,958 students who are enrolled in schools in Mohave County, 5,209 (14.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 29,749 (85.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 405 (28.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,193 (90.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mohave County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,002 (71.2%)405 (28.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old8,028 (85.7%)1,336 (14.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds8,305 (86.4%)1,309 (13.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds5,225 (89.5%)615 (10.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,533 (83.2%)309 (16.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,647 (78.8%)444 (21.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2,193 (90.7%)226 (9.3%)
35 Years and over1,820 (76.4%)561 (23.6%)
Total29,749 (85.1%)5,209 (14.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mohave County

Business (5,056 | 19.9%), education (4,436 | 17.4%), science & technology (3,089 | 12.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,768 | 6.9%), and arts & humanities (1,701 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 25,466 individuals in Mohave County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mohave County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics9593.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,7686.9%
Physical & Health Sciences6962.7%
Psychology1,1204.4%
Social Sciences1,5135.9%
Engineering1,4505.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies2711.1%
Science & Technology3,08912.1%
Business5,05619.9%
Education4,43617.4%
Literature & Languages5512.2%
Liberal Arts & History1,1804.6%
Visual & Performing Arts8083.2%
Communications8683.4%
Arts & Humanities1,7016.7%
Total25,466100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mohave County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mohave County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mohave County are males with 2 vehicles (15,219, accounting for 39.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (13,545, making up 43.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mohave County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle778 (2.0%)639 (1.8%)
1 Vehicle7,863 (20.1%)8,480 (23.9%)
2 Vehicles15,219 (39.0%)13,545 (38.3%)
3 Vehicles9,470 (24.2%)7,713 (21.8%)
4 Vehicles3,942 (10.1%)3,266 (9.2%)
5 or more Vehicles1,774 (4.5%)1,766 (5.0%)
Total39,046 (100.0%)35,409 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mohave County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mohave County are 10 to 14 minutes (17,088 commuters, 24.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (12,801 commuters, 18.4%), and 5 to 9 minutes (11,469 commuters, 16.5%).
Commute Time in Mohave County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3,3004.7%
5 to 9 Minutes11,46916.5%
10 to 14 Minutes17,08824.5%
15 to 19 Minutes12,80118.4%
20 to 24 Minutes7,85811.3%
25 to 29 Minutes2,9024.2%
30 to 34 Minutes4,8567.0%
35 to 39 Minutes9171.3%
40 to 44 Minutes6600.9%
45 to 59 Minutes2,7093.9%
60 to 89 Minutes2,9674.3%
90 or more Minutes2,1123.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Mohave County

The most common commute times in Mohave County are 10 to 14 minutes (8,491 commuters, 22.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (8,597 commuters, 26.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mohave County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,996 (5.4%)1,304 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes5,374 (14.5%)6,095 (18.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes8,491 (22.9%)8,597 (26.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes6,718 (18.1%)6,083 (18.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes4,501 (12.1%)3,357 (10.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,235 (3.3%)1,667 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes3,104 (8.4%)1,752 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes557 (1.5%)360 (1.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes518 (1.4%)142 (0.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,185 (3.2%)1,524 (4.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes2,116 (5.7%)851 (2.6%)
90 or more Minutes1,310 (3.5%)802 (2.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mohave County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mohave County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (4,233, 11.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (4,766, 14.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mohave County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3,845 (10.4%)1,627 (5.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM2,673 (7.2%)1,034 (3.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2,856 (7.7%)1,229 (3.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2,706 (7.3%)2,242 (6.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3,561 (9.6%)3,436 (10.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,616 (9.8%)4,380 (13.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4,233 (11.4%)4,766 (14.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3,042 (8.2%)3,558 (10.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,256 (3.4%)1,534 (4.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,247 (6.1%)1,629 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM892 (2.4%)783 (2.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM232 (0.6%)696 (2.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,960 (8.0%)2,772 (8.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,986 (8.1%)2,848 (8.7%)
Total37,105 (100.0%)32,534 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mohave County

Occupancy by Ownership in Mohave County

Of the total 95,169 dwellings in Mohave County, owner-occupied units account for 69,067 (72.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 26,102 (27.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mohave County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units69,06772.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26,10227.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units95,169100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mohave County

Occupancy by Household Size in Mohave County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household29,47531.0%
2-Person Household40,65542.7%
3-Person Household11,10811.7%
4+ Person Household13,93114.6%
Total Housing Units95,169100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mohave County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mohave County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household20,031 (68.0%)9,444 (32.0%)
2-Person Household32,275 (79.4%)8,380 (20.6%)
3-Person Household7,899 (71.1%)3,209 (28.9%)
4+ Person Household8,862 (63.6%)5,069 (36.4%)
Total Housing Units69,067 (72.6%)26,102 (27.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mohave County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mohave County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School6,121 (61.6%)3,811 (38.4%)
High School Diploma20,839 (69.8%)9,009 (30.2%)
College/Associate Degree30,238 (75.0%)10,072 (25.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher11,869 (78.7%)3,210 (21.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mohave County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mohave County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11,88812.5%
35 to 44 Years9,83610.3%
45 to 54 Years11,28111.8%
55 to 64 Years19,62120.6%
65 to 74 Years23,84925.1%
75 to 84 Years14,86115.6%
85 Years and Over3,8334.0%
Total95,169100.0%

Housing Finances in Mohave County

Median Income by Occupancy in Mohave County

Median Income by Occupancy in Mohave County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied69,067 (72.6%)$60,815
Renter-Occupied26,102 (27.4%)$39,849
Average95,169 (100.0%)$53,592

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mohave County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mohave County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002,365 (3.4%)1,134 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9991,069 (1.5%)833 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $14,9992,762 (4.0%)1,819 (7.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9992,836 (4.1%)1,604 (6.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9993,414 (4.9%)2,409 (9.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9996,796 (9.8%)3,927 (15.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9999,190 (13.3%)4,215 (16.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99913,646 (19.8%)5,284 (20.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9999,410 (13.6%)2,239 (8.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99910,876 (15.8%)1,764 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more6,703 (9.7%)874 (3.4%)
Total69,067 (100.0%)26,102 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mohave County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mohave County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30010,806 (15.7%)215 (0.8%)
$300 to $49913,498 (19.5%)1,175 (4.5%)
$500 to $79910,870 (15.7%)5,023 (19.2%)
$800 to $9997,155 (10.4%)5,916 (22.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49913,251 (19.2%)8,252 (31.6%)
$1,500 to $1,9997,884 (11.4%)1,993 (7.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4993,300 (4.8%)551 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,039 (1.5%)86 (0.3%)
$3,000 or more1,264 (1.8%)153 (0.6%)
Total69,067 (100.0%)26,102 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mohave County

Housing Structures in Mohave County

Housing Structures in Mohave County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached61,00864.1%
Single Unit, Attached2,2812.4%
2 Unit Apartments1,5881.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,8233.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,7121.8%
10 or more Apartments4,1164.3%
Mobile Home / Other21,64122.7%
Total95,169100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mohave County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mohave County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached50,303 (82.5%)10,705 (17.5%)
Single Unit, Attached1,090 (47.8%)1,191 (52.2%)
2 Unit Apartments158 (10.0%)1,430 (90.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments599 (21.2%)2,224 (78.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments106 (6.2%)1,606 (93.8%)
10 or more Apartments771 (18.7%)3,345 (81.3%)
Mobile Home / Other16,040 (74.1%)5,601 (25.9%)
Total69,067 (72.6%)26,102 (27.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mohave County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mohave County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room405 (0.6%)1,065 (4.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms4,258 (6.2%)4,970 (19.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms32,514 (47.1%)13,599 (52.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms23,626 (34.2%)5,008 (19.2%)
8 or more Rooms8,264 (12.0%)1,460 (5.6%)
Total69,067 (100.0%)26,102 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mohave County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mohave County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas23,374 (33.8%)8,127 (31.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4,821 (7.0%)1,286 (4.9%)
Electricity38,195 (55.3%)15,891 (60.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene169 (0.2%)27 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2,158 (3.1%)489 (1.9%)
No Fuel Used350 (0.5%)282 (1.1%)
Total69,067 (100.0%)26,102 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mohave County

Household Vehicle Usage in Mohave County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,276 (1.8%)2,929 (11.2%)
1 Vehicle21,037 (30.5%)11,783 (45.1%)
2 Vehicles26,360 (38.2%)8,329 (31.9%)
3 or more Vehicles20,394 (29.5%)3,061 (11.7%)
Total69,067 (100.0%)26,102 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mohave County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mohave County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units31,89537,172
Median Property Value$194,000$264,700
Median Household Income$47,264$4,777
Monthly Housing Costs$367$1,233
Real Estate Taxes$1,018$1,231

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mohave County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mohave County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004,303 (13.5%)1,753 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9994,596 (14.4%)2,305 (6.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99914,594 (45.8%)17,854 (48.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9995,520 (17.3%)10,687 (28.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,988 (6.2%)3,253 (8.7%)
$750,000 to $999,999512 (1.6%)696 (1.9%)
$1,000,000 or more382 (1.2%)624 (1.7%)
Total31,895 (100.0%)37,172 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mohave County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mohave County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002,134 (6.7%)538 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,9995,570 (17.5%)1,300 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9993,874 (12.1%)3,442 (9.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9995,435 (17.0%)2,922 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,900 (18.5%)3,755 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,548 (11.1%)7,746 (20.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,508 (11.0%)5,862 (15.8%)
$150,000 or more1,926 (6.0%)7,368 (19.8%)
Total31,895 (100.0%)37,172 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mohave County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mohave County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x8,830 (27.7%)73,095 (196.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x4,672 (14.6%)8,207 (22.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x3,598 (11.3%)7,350 (19.8%)
4.0x or more13,878 (43.5%)5,986 (16.1%)
Total31,895 (100.0%)37,172 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mohave County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mohave County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80012,249 (38.4%)299 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,4998,363 (26.2%)9,290 (25.0%)
$800 to $1,4999,123 (28.6%)12,024 (32.4%)
Total31,895 (100.0%)37,172 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mohave County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mohave County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mohave County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years10,365 (95.7%)461 (4.3%)
6 to 18 Years23,908 (90.2%)2,594 (9.8%)
19 to 25 Years10,497 (82.5%)2,235 (17.5%)
26 to 34 Years15,981 (83.8%)3,082 (16.2%)
35 to 44 Years16,204 (85.2%)2,806 (14.8%)
45 to 54 Years18,096 (82.9%)3,726 (17.1%)
55 to 64 Years30,517 (88.5%)3,956 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years37,630 (99.4%)225 (0.6%)
75 Years and older28,348 (99.9%)18 (0.1%)
Total191,546 (90.9%)19,103 (9.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mohave County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mohave County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born10,365 (95.7%)461 (4.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen23,908 (90.2%)2,594 (9.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen10,497 (82.5%)2,235 (17.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mohave County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mohave County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00029,087 (90.2%)3,159 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $49,99944,136 (90.6%)4,600 (9.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99939,846 (92.1%)3,432 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99925,388 (88.2%)3,396 (11.8%)
$100,000 and over52,845 (92.2%)4,495 (7.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mohave County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mohave County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 66,347 (58.6%)4,497 (41.5%)
6 to 18 Years13,057 (49.3%)12,051 (45.5%)
19 to 25 Years3,949 (31.0%)7,265 (57.1%)
25 to 34 Years6,336 (33.2%)10,467 (54.9%)
35 to 44 Years5,735 (30.2%)11,316 (59.5%)
45 to 54 Years7,027 (32.2%)11,996 (55.0%)
55 to 64 Years12,566 (36.4%)20,844 (60.5%)
65 to 74 Years36,929 (97.6%)21,234 (56.1%)
75 Years and over28,009 (98.7%)17,842 (62.9%)
Total119,955 (57.0%)117,512 (55.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mohave County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mohave County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years83 (1.8%)153 (3.5%)
5 to 17 Years1,461 (10.7%)691 (5.4%)
18 to 34 Years2,429 (13.8%)1,900 (11.8%)
35 to 64 Years8,472 (22.8%)7,797 (20.4%)
65 to 74 Years5,393 (28.8%)5,115 (26.8%)
75 Years and over6,765 (47.8%)6,627 (46.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mohave County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mohave County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years83 (1.8%)34 (0.8%)
5 to 17 Years96 (0.7%)5 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years221 (1.3%)35 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years2,189 (5.9%)1,255 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years3,189 (17.0%)1,208 (6.3%)
75 Years and over4,028 (28.5%)2,325 (16.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mohave County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)119 (2.8%)
5 to 17 Years107 (0.8%)158 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years305 (1.7%)426 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years1,778 (4.8%)1,350 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years739 (3.9%)677 (3.5%)
75 Years and over949 (6.7%)1,629 (11.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mohave County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,318 (9.7%)491 (3.8%)
18 to 34 Years1,678 (9.5%)916 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,839 (7.6%)2,558 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,136 (6.1%)1,186 (6.2%)
75 Years and over1,409 (10.0%)1,598 (11.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mohave County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years78 (0.6%)38 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years547 (3.1%)332 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years4,536 (12.2%)4,753 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,551 (13.6%)3,723 (19.5%)
75 Years and over3,586 (25.4%)4,853 (34.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mohave County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years475 (3.5%)232 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years242 (1.4%)91 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years1,118 (3.0%)1,265 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years572 (3.0%)1,198 (6.3%)
75 Years and over954 (6.7%)1,639 (11.5%)

Technology Access in Mohave County

Computing Device Access in Mohave County

Computing Device Access in Mohave County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop71,53275.2%
Smartphone78,97683.0%
Tablet53,57256.3%
No Computing Device6,8357.2%
Total95,169100.0%

Internet Access in Mohave County

Internet Access in Mohave County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1670.2%
Broadband Home61,74064.9%
Cellular Data Only11,86812.5%
Satellite Internet10,21710.7%
No Internet13,64114.3%
Total95,169100.0%

Mohave County Summary

Introduction

Located in the northwestern corner of Arizona, Mohave County is the second largest county in the state. It is bordered by Nevada and California to the west, Utah to the north, and Coconino County to the east. The county seat is Kingman, and the largest city is Bullhead City. The county is home to the Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, and the Colorado River.

History

The area that is now Mohave County was first inhabited by the Mojave people, who were hunter-gatherers. The first Europeans to explore the area were Spanish missionaries in the late 1700s. The area was part of the New Mexico Territory until 1863, when it became part of the Arizona Territory. In 1864, the county was created and named after the Mojave people.
In the late 1800s, the area was settled by miners and ranchers. The county was also home to the Hualapai and Havasupai tribes, who still live in the area today. The county was also home to the famous outlaws, the Wild Bunch, who were active in the area in the late 1800s.
In the early 1900s, the county was home to the Grand Canyon Railway, which ran from Williams, Arizona to the Grand Canyon. The railway was a major tourist attraction and helped to spur the growth of the county.

Geography

Mohave County covers an area of 13,461 square miles, making it the second largest county in Arizona. The county is located in the northwestern corner of the state and is bordered by Nevada and California to the west, Utah to the north, and Coconino County to the east. The county is home to the Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, and the Colorado River.
The county is mostly desert, with the exception of the higher elevations in the north. The highest point in the county is the summit of Mount Trumbull, which is 8,028 feet above sea level. The lowest point is the Colorado River, which is at an elevation of 479 feet.

Economy

The economy of Mohave County is largely based on tourism, mining, and agriculture. The county is home to the Grand Canyon National Park, which is a major tourist attraction. The county is also home to several large mining operations, including copper, gold, and uranium. Agriculture is also an important part of the economy, with cattle ranching and farming being the main activities.
The county is also home to several military installations, including the Marine Corps Air Station Yuma and the Army National Guard Training Center. These installations provide jobs and economic activity to the county.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Mohave County was 200,186. The population is mostly white (83.3%), with smaller percentages of Native American (7.2%), Hispanic (6.2%), and African American (2.2%) populations. The median household income is $41,945, and the median age is 41.

Conclusion

Mohave County is a large county located in the northwestern corner of Arizona. It is home to the Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, and the Colorado River. The economy of the county is largely based on tourism, mining, and agriculture. The population of the county is mostly white, with smaller percentages of Native American, Hispanic, and African American populations.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mohave County?
Total Population of Mohave County is 214,229.
What is the Total Male Population of Mohave County?
Total Male Population of Mohave County is 108,677.
What is the Total Female Population of Mohave County?
Total Female Population of Mohave County is 105,552.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mohave County?
There are 102.96 Males per 100 Females in Mohave County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mohave County?
There are 97.12 Females per 100 Males in Mohave County.
What is the Median Population Age in Mohave County?
Median Population Age in Mohave County is 52.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mohave County
Average Family Size in Mohave County is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mohave County
Average Household Size in Mohave County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mohave County?
Per Capita income in Mohave County is $32,835.
What is the Median Family Income in Mohave County?
Median Family Income in Mohave County is $64,283.
What is the Median Household income in Mohave County?
Median Household Income in Mohave County is $53,592.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mohave County?
Income or Wage Gap in Mohave County is 13.9%.
Women in Mohave County earn 86.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mohave County?
Family Income Deficit in Mohave County is $10,931.
Families that are below poverty line in Mohave County earn $10,931 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mohave County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mohave County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mohave County?
There are 82,046 People in the Labor Forcein in Mohave County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mohave County?
44.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Mohave County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mohave County?
Unemployment Rate in Mohave County is 7.5%.