Dickinson County, IA
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Dickinson County Overview
17,692
TOTAL POPULATION
8,843
MALE POPULATION
8,849
FEMALE POPULATION
99.93
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$45,523
PER CAPITA INCOME
$96,296
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,446
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,782
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,586
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Dickinson County Area Codes
Race in Dickinson County
The most populous races in Dickinson County are White / Caucasian (16,695 | 94.4%), Two or more Races (695 | 3.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (454 | 2.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 182 | 1.0% |
| Black / African American | 21 | 0.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 454 | 2.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 8 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 16,695 | 94.4% |
| Two or more Races | 695 | 3.9% |
| Some other Race | 91 | 0.5% |
| Total | 17,692 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Dickinson County
The most populous ancestries reported in Dickinson County are German (7,644 | 43.2%), Irish (1,866 | 10.5%), Norwegian (1,423 | 8.0%), English (1,420 | 8.0%), and Dutch (952 | 5.4%), together accounting for 75.2% of all Dickinson County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 1 | 0.0% |
| Albanian | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 676 | 3.8% |
| Arab | 16 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 51 | 0.3% |
| British | 13 | 0.1% |
| Bulgarian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 34 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 10 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 34 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 38 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 123 | 0.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 631 | 3.6% |
| Dutch | 952 | 5.4% |
| Eastern European | 12 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,420 | 8.0% |
| European | 123 | 0.7% |
| Finnish | 4 | 0.0% |
| French | 393 | 2.2% |
| French Canadian | 31 | 0.2% |
| German | 7,644 | 43.2% |
| German Russian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 10 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 10 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 26 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 1,866 | 10.5% |
| Italian | 287 | 1.6% |
| Korean | 161 | 0.9% |
| Lebanese | 16 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 336 | 1.9% |
| Native Hawaiian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 51 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 1,423 | 8.0% |
| Pakistani | 8 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 31 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 172 | 1.0% |
| Portuguese | 4 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 18 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 76 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 182 | 1.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 108 | 0.6% |
| Scottish | 235 | 1.3% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 4 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 2 | 0.0% |
| South American | 34 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 761 | 4.3% |
| Swiss | 21 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 12 | 0.1% |
| Turkish | 13 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 41 | 0.2% | View All 60 Rows |
Immigrants in Dickinson County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dickinson County came from Asia (193 | 1.1%), Latin America (141 | 0.8%), South Eastern Asia (123 | 0.7%), Philippines (120 | 0.7%), and Central America (107 | 0.6%), together accounting for 3.9% of all Dickinson County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 193 | 1.1% |
| Australia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Bulgaria | 12 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 9 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 107 | 0.6% |
| China | 24 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 34 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 45 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 27 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 45 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 17 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 10 | 0.1% |
| India | 12 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 21 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 141 | 0.8% |
| Mexico | 97 | 0.5% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 2 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 120 | 0.7% |
| South America | 34 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 12 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 123 | 0.7% |
| Sweden | 1 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 3 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 13 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 13 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 13 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 17 | 0.1% | View All 29 Rows |
Sex and Age in Dickinson County
Sex and Age in Dickinson County
The most populous age groups in Dickinson County are 65 to 69 Years (727 | 8.2%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (758 | 8.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 402 (4.5%) | 374 (4.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 455 (5.1%) | 558 (6.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 571 (6.5%) | 371 (4.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 541 (6.1%) | 421 (4.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 435 (4.9%) | 393 (4.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 435 (4.9%) | 408 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 511 (5.8%) | 419 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 482 (5.4%) | 442 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 498 (5.6%) | 576 (6.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 468 (5.3%) | 436 (4.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 534 (6.0%) | 518 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 666 (7.5%) | 581 (6.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 669 (7.6%) | 754 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 727 (8.2%) | 758 (8.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 592 (6.7%) | 639 (7.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 442 (5.0%) | 469 (5.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 201 (2.3%) | 296 (3.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 214 (2.4%) | 436 (4.9%) |
| Total | 8,843 (100.0%) | 8,849 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Dickinson County
Median Family Size in Dickinson County
The median family size in Dickinson County is 2.75 persons per family, with married-couple families (4,042 | 84.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.77 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (263 | 5.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.57 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,042 (84.8%) | 2.77 |
| Single Male/Father | 263 (5.5%) | 2.57 |
| Single Female/Mother | 461 (9.7%) | 2.71 |
| Total Families | 4,766 (100.0%) | 2.75 |
Median Household Size in Dickinson County
The median household size in Dickinson County is 2.11 persons per household, with single male/father households (263 | 3.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3 persons per household. non-family households (3,513 | 42.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,042 (48.8%) | 2.77 |
| Single Male/Father | 263 (3.2%) | 3.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 461 (5.6%) | 2.95 |
| Non-family | 3,513 (42.4%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 8,279 (100.0%) | 2.11 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dickinson County
Out of a total of 8,279 households in Dickinson County, 4,766 (57.6%) are family households, while 3,513 (42.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,805, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,034.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,034 (36.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,805 (33.9%) | 423 (5.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 786 (9.5%) | 53 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 789 (9.5%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 231 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 100 (1.2%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 55 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,766 (57.6%) | 3,513 (42.4%) |
Female Fertility in Dickinson County
Fertility by Age in Dickinson County
Average fertility rate in Dickinson County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 122.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 86.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 149 (86.1%) | 122.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 24 (13.9%) | 16.0 |
| Total | 173 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dickinson County
74.6% of women with births (173) in Dickinson 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.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 105 (70.5%) | 44 (29.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 129 (74.6%) | 44 (25.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Dickinson County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 4 (2.3%) | 6.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 72 (41.6%) | 69.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 58 (33.5%) | 71.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 39 (22.5%) | 241.0 |
| Total | 173 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dickinson County
25.4% of women with births in Dickinson County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma 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 61.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 28 (38.9%) | 44 (61.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 129 (74.6%) | 44 (25.4%) |
Income in Dickinson County
Income Overview in Dickinson County
Per Capita Income in Dickinson County is $45,523, while median incomes of families and households are $96,296 and $72,446 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 17,692 | $45,523 |
| Median Family Income | 4,766 | $96,296 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,766 | $123,054 |
| Median Household Income | 8,279 | $72,446 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,279 | $97,496 |
| Income Deficit | 4,766 | $6,782 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 17,692 | 25.47% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 17,692 | 74.53¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 17,692 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Dickinson County
Average Earnings in Dickinson County are $38,675, $44,888 for men and $33,454 for women, a difference of 25.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,655 (54.2%) | $44,888 |
| Female | 4,784 (45.8%) | $33,454 |
| Total | 10,439 (100.0%) | $38,675 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dickinson County
The most common earnings brackets in Dickinson County are $100,000+ for men (804 | 14.2%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (477 | 10.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 169 (3.0%) | 218 (4.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 214 (3.8%) | 217 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 148 (2.6%) | 208 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 231 (4.1%) | 303 (6.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 246 (4.3%) | 308 (6.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 188 (3.3%) | 133 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 72 (1.3%) | 127 (2.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 87 (1.5%) | 72 (1.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 177 (3.1%) | 103 (2.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 73 (1.3%) | 240 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 253 (4.5%) | 200 (4.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 343 (6.1%) | 477 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 208 (3.7%) | 354 (7.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 427 (7.5%) | 167 (3.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 291 (5.1%) | 385 (8.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 235 (4.2%) | 146 (3.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 507 (9.0%) | 343 (7.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 457 (8.1%) | 349 (7.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 525 (9.3%) | 220 (4.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 804 (14.2%) | 214 (4.5%) |
| Total | 5,655 (100.0%) | 4,784 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dickinson County
Average earnings in Dickinson County are $50,901 for men and $35,106 for women, a difference of 31.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,344, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $43,849. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,000, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $8,968.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $43,849 | $30,541 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $55,144 | $35,519 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,833 | $45,726 |
| Graduate Degree | $77,344 | $70,000 |
| Total | $50,901 | $35,106 |
Family Income in Dickinson County
Family Income Brackets in Dickinson County
According to the Dickinson County family income data, there are 1,077 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 29 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 29 | 0.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 43 | 0.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 191 | 4.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 119 | 2.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 500 | 10.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 858 | 18.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 848 | 17.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,077 | 22.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 629 | 13.2% |
| $200,000+ | 481 | 10.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dickinson County
7+ person families (52 | 1.1%) account for the highest median family income in Dickinson County with $189,762 per family, while 2-person families (2,939 | 61.7%) have the highest median income of $42,884 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,939 (61.7%) | $85,769 |
| 3-Person Families | 727 (15.2%) | $106,181 |
| 4-Person Families | 719 (15.1%) | $101,027 |
| 5-Person Families | 242 (5.1%) | $130,147 |
| 6-Person Families | 87 (1.8%) | $157,112 |
| 7+ Person Families | 52 (1.1%) | $189,762 |
| Total | 4,766 (100.0%) | $96,296 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dickinson County
The median family income in Dickinson County is $96,296, with families comprising 3+ earners (513) having the highest median family income of $123,750, while families with no earners (755) have the lowest median family income of $59,250, accounting for 10.8% and 15.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 755 (15.8%) | $59,250 |
| 1 Earner | 1,140 (23.9%) | $64,263 |
| 2 Earners | 2,358 (49.5%) | $105,882 |
| 3+ Earners | 513 (10.8%) | $123,750 |
| Total | 4,766 (100.0%) | $96,296 |
Household Income in Dickinson County
Household Income Brackets in Dickinson County
With 1,664 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dickinson County, accounting for 20.1% of all households. In contrast, only 149 households (1.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 149 | 1.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 157 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 803 | 9.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 571 | 6.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 952 | 11.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,664 | 20.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,275 | 15.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,432 | 17.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 662 | 8.0% |
| $200,000+ | 621 | 7.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Dickinson County
The median household income in Dickinson County is $72,446, with the highest median household income of $88,984 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,943 households (23.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,018, with 317 households (3.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 317 (3.8%) | $48,018 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,943 (23.5%) | $88,984 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,839 (34.3%) | $86,244 |
| 65+ Years | 3,180 (38.4%) | $59,344 |
| Total | 8,279 (100.0%) | $72,446 |
Poverty in Dickinson County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dickinson County
With 5.9% poverty level for males and 6.6% for females among the residents of Dickinson County, 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 21 males (30.4%) and 122 females (14.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 91 (22.8%) | 29 (7.9%) |
| 5 Years | 21 (30.4%) | 13 (9.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 19 (3.7%) | 10 (2.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4 (0.9%) | 8 (2.9%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 18 (7.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 89 (14.6%) | 32 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 38 (4.0%) | 122 (14.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 68 (7.0%) | 99 (9.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 60 (6.0%) | 32 (3.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 48 (3.6%) | 86 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (2.5%) | 97 (7.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (2.8%) | 47 (4.2%) |
| Total | 511 (5.9%) | 575 (6.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dickinson County
According to the poverty statistics in Dickinson County, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 308 (77.2%) | 340 (92.1%) |
| 5 Years | 48 (69.6%) | 125 (90.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 489 (96.3%) | 498 (98.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 425 (99.1%) | 267 (97.1%) |
| 15 Years | 106 (100.0%) | 82 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 228 (92.7%) | 185 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 521 (85.4%) | 510 (94.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 907 (96.0%) | 703 (85.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 911 (93.0%) | 919 (90.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 936 (94.0%) | 919 (96.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,278 (96.4%) | 1,249 (93.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,272 (97.5%) | 1,294 (93.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 774 (97.2%) | 1,071 (95.8%) |
| Total | 8,203 (94.1%) | 8,162 (93.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dickinson County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dickinson County show that 2.1% or 83 of the total 4,042 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.2%, comprising of 10 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,745 (98.5%) | 41 (1.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 941 (96.7%) | 32 (3.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 231 (95.9%) | 10 (4.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,959 (98.0%) | 83 (2.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dickinson County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (4.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (10.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (40.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (10.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dickinson County
The poverty data for Dickinson County shows that 83 of the married-couple family households (2.1%) and 48 of the single-parent households (6.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (4.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (24.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 41 (1.5%) | 7 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 32 (3.3%) | 28 (7.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (4.2%) | 13 (24.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 83 (2.1%) | 48 (6.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Dickinson County
Employment by Class of Employer in Dickinson County
Among the 9,231 employed individuals in Dickinson County, private company employees (5,822 | 63.1%), self-employed (not incorporated) (1,076 | 11.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (713 | 7.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,822 | 63.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 524 | 5.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,076 | 11.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 713 | 7.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 682 | 7.4% |
| State Government Employees | 269 | 2.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 125 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 20 | 0.2% |
| Total | 9,231 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Dickinson County
According to the labor force statistics for Dickinson County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,770), 64.9% or 9,586 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 201 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 96.8% or 816 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.4% or 34 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 457 (59.3%) | 34 (7.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 717 (86.6%) | 25 (3.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 816 (96.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 860 (92.5%) | 30 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,762 (88.2%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,807 (92.4%) | 54 (3.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 986 (79.1%) | 46 (4.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 970 (68.2%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,038 (38.2%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 171 (8.3%) | 4 (2.3%) |
| Total | 9,586 (64.9%) | 201 (2.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dickinson County
According to labor force statistics for Dickinson County, 85.8% of individuals (7,205) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,397) are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 137 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.0% or 2,516 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.6% or 65 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 143 (46.7%) | 4 (1.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,787 (85.4%) | 46 (2.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,753 (87.7%) | 38 (1.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,516 (88.0%) | 74 (2.6%) |
| Total | 7,205 (85.8%) | 160 (1.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Dickinson County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dickinson County are Management (1,097 | 11.7%), Community & Social Service (783 | 8.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (581 | 6.2%), Education Instruction & Library (507 | 5.4%), and Health Technologists (392 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dickinson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (91.2%), Architecture & Engineering (86.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (81.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (92.9%), Community & Social Service (83.8%), and Education, Arts & Media (77.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 714 (65.1%) | 383 (34.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 83 (23.3%) | 274 (76.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 263 (81.2%) | 61 (18.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 30 (53.6%) | 26 (46.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 202 (86.3%) | 32 (13.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 31 (91.2%) | 3 (8.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 127 (16.2%) | 656 (83.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 33 (22.6%) | 113 (77.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 27 (41.5%) | 38 (58.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 36 (7.1%) | 471 (92.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 31 (47.7%) | 34 (52.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 150 (25.8%) | 431 (74.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 130 (33.2%) | 262 (66.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,337 (42.5%) | 1,805 (57.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,117 (54.6%) | 4,255 (45.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Dickinson County are Cleaning & Maintenance (493 | 5.3%), Personal Care & Service (345 | 3.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (331 | 3.5%), Healthcare Support (193 | 2.1%), and Security & Protection (85 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Dickinson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (97.7%), and Law Enforcement (95.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (89.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (59.8%), and Personal Care & Service (52.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 21 (10.9%) | 172 (89.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 83 (97.7%) | 2 (2.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 38 (95.0%) | 2 (5.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 133 (40.2%) | 198 (59.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 296 (60.0%) | 197 (40.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 163 (47.2%) | 182 (52.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 696 (48.1%) | 751 (51.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,117 (54.6%) | 4,255 (45.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dickinson County are Office & Administration (1,194 | 12.7%), and Sales & Related (1,057 | 11.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 640 (60.6%) | 417 (39.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 252 (21.1%) | 942 (78.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 892 (39.6%) | 1,359 (60.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,117 (54.6%) | 4,255 (45.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dickinson County are Construction & Extraction (479 | 5.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (385 | 4.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (68 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 57 (83.8%) | 11 (16.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 477 (99.6%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 385 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 919 (98.6%) | 13 (1.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,117 (54.6%) | 4,255 (45.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dickinson County are Production (817 | 8.7%), Transportation (404 | 4.3%), and Material Moving (379 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 571 (69.9%) | 246 (30.1%) |
| Transportation | 379 (93.8%) | 25 (6.2%) |
| Material Moving | 323 (85.2%) | 56 (14.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,273 (79.6%) | 327 (20.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,117 (54.6%) | 4,255 (45.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Dickinson County
Employment Industries in Dickinson County
The major employment industries in Dickinson County include Manufacturing (1,553 | 16.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,312 | 14.0%), Retail Trade (972 | 10.4%), Construction (747 | 8.0%), and Educational Services (600 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dickinson County
The Dickinson County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (98.9%), Construction (92.8%), and Wholesale Trade (89.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.0%), Educational Services (80.5%), and Finance & Insurance (68.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 215 (82.7%) | 45 (17.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 693 (92.8%) | 54 (7.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,099 (70.8%) | 454 (29.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 211 (89.8%) | 24 (10.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 601 (61.8%) | 371 (38.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 249 (77.6%) | 72 (22.4%) |
| Utilities | 187 (98.9%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| Information | 23 (32.4%) | 48 (67.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 165 (31.8%) | 354 (68.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 51 (44.0%) | 65 (56.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 212 (49.8%) | 214 (50.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 296 (54.3%) | 249 (45.7%) |
| Educational Services | 117 (19.5%) | 483 (80.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 236 (18.0%) | 1,076 (82.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 177 (69.7%) | 77 (30.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 185 (44.8%) | 228 (55.2%) |
| Public Administration | 110 (39.7%) | 167 (60.3%) |
| Total | 5,117 (54.6%) | 4,255 (45.4%) |
Education in Dickinson County
School Enrollment in Dickinson County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,000 students in Dickinson County are middle school (834 | 27.8%), high school (745 | 24.8%), and elementary school (641 | 21.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 95 | 3.2% |
| Kindergarten | 298 | 9.9% |
| Elementary School | 641 | 21.4% |
| Middle School | 834 | 27.8% |
| High School | 745 | 24.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 317 | 10.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 70 | 2.3% |
| Total | 3,000 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dickinson County
Out of a total of 3,000 students who are enrolled in schools in Dickinson County, 312 (10.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,688 (89.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 68 (54.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 563 (99.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 68 (85.0%) | 12 (15.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 807 (86.6%) | 125 (13.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 890 (97.6%) | 22 (2.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 563 (99.0%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 158 (85.9%) | 26 (14.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 71 (69.6%) | 31 (30.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 75 (77.3%) | 22 (22.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 56 (45.2%) | 68 (54.8%) |
| Total | 2,688 (89.6%) | 312 (10.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dickinson County
Education (886 | 18.5%), business (831 | 17.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (611 | 12.8%), science & technology (491 | 10.3%), and arts & humanities (347 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 4,787 individuals in Dickinson County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 105 | 2.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 611 | 12.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 110 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 132 | 2.8% |
| Social Sciences | 275 | 5.7% |
| Engineering | 312 | 6.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.2% |
| Science & Technology | 491 | 10.3% |
| Business | 831 | 17.4% |
| Education | 886 | 18.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 180 | 3.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 204 | 4.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 83 | 1.7% |
| Communications | 213 | 4.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 347 | 7.2% |
| Total | 4,787 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Dickinson County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dickinson County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dickinson County are males with 2 vehicles (1,996, accounting for 39.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,895, making up 47.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 131 (2.6%) | 18 (0.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 774 (15.4%) | 716 (17.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,996 (39.7%) | 1,895 (45.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,256 (25.0%) | 986 (23.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 444 (8.8%) | 354 (8.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 432 (8.6%) | 220 (5.2%) |
| Total | 5,033 (100.0%) | 4,189 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Dickinson County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dickinson County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,187 commuters, 26.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,511 commuters, 18.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,507 commuters, 18.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 699 | 8.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,187 | 26.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,511 | 18.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,507 | 18.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 862 | 10.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 319 | 3.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 610 | 7.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 103 | 1.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 140 | 1.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 195 | 2.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 116 | 1.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 108 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Dickinson County
The most common commute times in Dickinson County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,026 commuters, 22.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,161 commuters, 30.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 312 (6.8%) | 387 (10.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,026 (22.3%) | 1,161 (30.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 868 (18.9%) | 643 (17.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 817 (17.7%) | 690 (18.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 444 (9.6%) | 418 (11.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 241 (5.2%) | 78 (2.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 453 (9.8%) | 157 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 59 (1.3%) | 44 (1.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 130 (2.8%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 130 (2.8%) | 65 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 90 (1.9%) | 26 (0.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 34 (0.7%) | 74 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dickinson County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Dickinson County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (964, 20.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (767, 20.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 147 (3.2%) | 55 (1.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 175 (3.8%) | 74 (2.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 141 (3.1%) | 120 (3.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 281 (6.1%) | 230 (6.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 647 (14.1%) | 303 (8.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 732 (15.9%) | 605 (16.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 964 (20.9%) | 767 (20.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 699 (15.2%) | 534 (14.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 136 (2.9%) | 240 (6.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 217 (4.7%) | 306 (8.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 95 (2.1%) | 120 (3.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 21 (0.5%) | 62 (1.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 182 (4.0%) | 278 (7.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 167 (3.6%) | 59 (1.6%) |
| Total | 4,604 (100.0%) | 3,753 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Dickinson County
Occupancy by Ownership in Dickinson County
Of the total 8,279 dwellings in Dickinson County, owner-occupied units account for 6,494 (78.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,785 (21.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,494 | 78.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,785 | 21.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,279 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Dickinson County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,034 | 36.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,228 | 39.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 839 | 10.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,178 | 14.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,279 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dickinson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,865 (61.5%) | 1,169 (38.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,819 (87.3%) | 409 (12.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 727 (86.7%) | 112 (13.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,083 (91.9%) | 95 (8.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,494 (78.4%) | 1,785 (21.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dickinson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 116 (69.9%) | 50 (30.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,724 (69.9%) | 741 (30.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,190 (76.4%) | 675 (23.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,464 (88.5%) | 319 (11.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dickinson County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,170 | 14.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,090 | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,157 | 14.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,682 | 20.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,760 | 21.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 902 | 10.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 518 | 6.3% |
| Total | 8,279 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Dickinson County
Median Income by Occupancy in Dickinson County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,494 (78.4%) | $86,476 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,785 (21.6%) | $41,164 |
| Average | 8,279 (100.0%) | $72,446 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dickinson County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 61 (0.9%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 45 (0.7%) | 39 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 73 (1.1%) | 83 (4.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 254 (3.9%) | 223 (12.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 172 (2.6%) | 152 (8.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 327 (5.0%) | 241 (13.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 678 (10.4%) | 272 (15.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,194 (18.4%) | 470 (26.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,063 (16.4%) | 208 (11.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,369 (21.1%) | 62 (3.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,258 (19.4%) | 27 (1.5%) |
| Total | 6,494 (100.0%) | 1,785 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dickinson County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 90 (1.4%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 827 (12.7%) | 178 (10.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,313 (20.2%) | 406 (22.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,069 (16.5%) | 402 (22.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,594 (24.5%) | 359 (20.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 727 (11.2%) | 39 (2.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 298 (4.6%) | 94 (5.3%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 242 (3.7%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 334 (5.1%) | 36 (2.0%) |
| Total | 6,494 (100.0%) | 1,785 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Dickinson County
Housing Structures in Dickinson County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,465 | 78.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 247 | 3.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 85 | 1.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 337 | 4.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 333 | 4.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 473 | 5.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 339 | 4.1% |
| Total | 8,279 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dickinson County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,830 (90.2%) | 635 (9.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 199 (80.6%) | 48 (19.4%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 29 (34.1%) | 56 (65.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 7 (2.1%) | 330 (97.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 90 (27.0%) | 243 (73.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 99 (20.9%) | 374 (79.1%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 240 (70.8%) | 99 (29.2%) |
| Total | 6,494 (78.4%) | 1,785 (21.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dickinson County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 6 (0.1%) | 83 (4.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 184 (2.8%) | 678 (38.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,626 (25.0%) | 637 (35.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,299 (35.4%) | 242 (13.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,379 (36.6%) | 145 (8.1%) |
| Total | 6,494 (100.0%) | 1,785 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dickinson County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 4,137 (63.7%) | 812 (45.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 993 (15.3%) | 179 (10.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,258 (19.4%) | 744 (41.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 6 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 83 (1.3%) | 27 (1.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 17 (0.3%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| Total | 6,494 (100.0%) | 1,785 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Dickinson County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 66 (1.0%) | 258 (14.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,483 (22.8%) | 943 (52.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,918 (44.9%) | 512 (28.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,027 (31.2%) | 72 (4.0%) |
| Total | 6,494 (100.0%) | 1,785 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Dickinson County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dickinson County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,841 | 3,653 |
| Median Property Value | $246,300 | $228,100 |
| Median Household Income | $73,605 | $773 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $635 | $332 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,471 | $45 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dickinson County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 134 (4.7%) | 169 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 178 (6.3%) | 332 (9.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,336 (47.0%) | 1,912 (52.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 523 (18.4%) | 633 (17.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 438 (15.4%) | 318 (8.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 64 (2.2%) | 108 (3.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 168 (5.9%) | 181 (5.0%) |
| Total | 2,841 (100.0%) | 3,653 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dickinson County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 69 (2.4%) | 34 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 330 (11.6%) | 37 (1.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 188 (6.6%) | 169 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 317 (11.2%) | 139 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 555 (19.5%) | 361 (9.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 398 (14.0%) | 639 (17.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 499 (17.6%) | 665 (18.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 485 (17.1%) | 870 (23.8%) |
| Total | 2,841 (100.0%) | 3,653 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dickinson County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 726 (25.6%) | 95,625 (2,617.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 661 (23.3%) | 1,240 (33.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 309 (10.9%) | 1,046 (28.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,139 (40.1%) | 483 (13.2%) |
| Total | 2,841 (100.0%) | 3,653 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dickinson County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 315 (11.1%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 353 (12.4%) | 297 (8.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,135 (75.1%) | 620 (17.0%) |
| Total | 2,841 (100.0%) | 3,653 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Dickinson County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dickinson County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 976 (99.3%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,440 (96.4%) | 92 (3.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,076 (91.6%) | 99 (8.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,478 (93.1%) | 110 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,694 (84.8%) | 303 (15.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,832 (94.1%) | 115 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,622 (98.5%) | 39 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,696 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,914 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,728 (95.6%) | 765 (4.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dickinson County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 976 (99.3%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,440 (96.4%) | 92 (3.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,076 (91.6%) | 99 (8.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dickinson County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,495 (97.6%) | 37 (2.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,320 (95.0%) | 122 (5.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,096 (93.5%) | 214 (6.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,624 (94.9%) | 140 (5.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,144 (96.6%) | 252 (3.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dickinson County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 445 (45.3%) | 607 (61.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 697 (27.5%) | 1,845 (72.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 283 (24.1%) | 835 (71.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 217 (13.7%) | 1,294 (81.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 357 (17.9%) | 1,397 (70.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 205 (10.5%) | 1,644 (84.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 486 (18.3%) | 2,225 (83.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,605 (96.6%) | 1,367 (50.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,911 (99.8%) | 1,026 (53.6%) |
| Total | 7,206 (41.2%) | 12,240 (70.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dickinson County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 50 (3.6%) | 37 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 121 (7.7%) | 111 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 432 (13.1%) | 396 (12.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 329 (25.2%) | 273 (19.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 364 (45.7%) | 490 (43.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dickinson County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 64 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 124 (3.8%) | 40 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 235 (18.0%) | 99 (7.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 275 (34.5%) | 283 (25.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 71 (2.1%) | 51 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (1.0%) | 70 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (3.3%) | 97 (8.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 50 (3.6%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 97 (6.2%) | 46 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 75 (2.3%) | 144 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (2.2%) | 77 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (8.9%) | 122 (10.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 237 (7.2%) | 282 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 179 (13.7%) | 148 (10.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 159 (20.0%) | 285 (25.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.4%) | 17 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 66 (2.0%) | 90 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (1.5%) | 78 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (4.9%) | 118 (10.5%) |
Technology Access in Dickinson County
Computing Device Access in Dickinson County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,393 | 77.2% |
| Smartphone | 7,104 | 85.8% |
| Tablet | 5,106 | 61.7% |
| No Computing Device | 604 | 7.3% |
| Total | 8,279 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Dickinson County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 12 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 5,818 | 70.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 947 | 11.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 822 | 9.9% |
| No Internet | 1,030 | 12.4% |
| Total | 8,279 | 100.0% |
Dickinson County Summary
Dickinson County is located in the state of Iowa in the United States. It is part of the Sioux City, IA-NE-SD Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was established in 1851 and is named after Daniel S. Dickinson, a United States Senator from New York. As of the 2010 census, the population was 16,667.
Geography
Dickinson County is located in northwest Iowa, bordered by Lyon County to the north, Osceola County to the east, Clay County to the south, and O'Brien County to the west. The county covers an area of 576 square miles and is mostly rural. The terrain is generally flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Little Sioux River, which flows through the center of the county.
The county is home to several state parks and recreation areas, including the Dickinson County Conservation Board, which manages over 4,000 acres of land. The county also has several lakes, including East and West Okoboji Lakes, which are popular for fishing, boating, and swimming.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 16,667 people, 6,845 households, and 4,717 families living in the county. The population density was 29.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945 and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $22,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Dickinson County is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The county is home to several large farms, which produce corn, soybeans, and other crops. The county is also home to several large dairy farms, which produce milk and other dairy products.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Okoboji Lakes, which attract visitors from all over the Midwest. The county is also home to several golf courses, campgrounds, and other recreational activities.
In addition to agriculture and tourism, Dickinson County is home to several manufacturing companies, including a large pork processing plant and a large ethanol plant. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Conclusion
Dickinson County is a rural county located in northwest Iowa. It is home to several state parks and recreation areas, as well as several large farms and dairy farms. The county is also home to several tourist attractions, manufacturing companies, and other businesses. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the county has a median income of $45,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Dickinson County?
Total Population of Dickinson County is 17,692.
What is the Total Male Population of Dickinson County?
Total Male Population of Dickinson County is 8,843.
What is the Total Female Population of Dickinson County?
Total Female Population of Dickinson County is 8,849.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dickinson County?
There are 99.93 Males per 100 Females in Dickinson County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dickinson County?
There are 100.07 Females per 100 Males in Dickinson County.
What is the Median Population Age in Dickinson County?
Median Population Age in Dickinson County is 47.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dickinson County
Average Family Size in Dickinson County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dickinson County
Average Household Size in Dickinson County is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dickinson County?
Per Capita income in Dickinson County is $45,523.
What is the Median Family Income in Dickinson County?
Median Family Income in Dickinson County is $96,296.
What is the Median Household income in Dickinson County?
Median Household Income in Dickinson County is $72,446.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dickinson County?
Income or Wage Gap in Dickinson County is 25.5%.
Women in Dickinson County earn 74.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Dickinson County?
Family Income Deficit in Dickinson County is $6,782.
Families that are below poverty line in Dickinson County earn $6,782 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dickinson County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dickinson County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dickinson County?
There are 9,586 People in the Labor Forcein in Dickinson County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dickinson County?
64.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Dickinson County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dickinson County?
Unemployment Rate in Dickinson County is 2.1%.