Shoshone County, ID
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13,399
TOTAL POPULATION
6,666
MALE POPULATION
6,733
FEMALE POPULATION
99.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,176
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,529
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,807
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,191
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,890
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Shoshone County Area Codes
Race in Shoshone County
The most populous races in Shoshone County are White / Caucasian (12,218 | 91.2%), Two or more Races (734 | 5.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (543 | 4.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 115 | 0.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 43 | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 543 | 4.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 242 | 1.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 12,218 | 91.2% |
| Two or more Races | 734 | 5.5% |
| Some other Race | 43 | 0.3% |
| Total | 13,399 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Shoshone County
The most populous ancestries reported in Shoshone County are German (3,441 | 25.7%), Irish (1,776 | 13.3%), English (1,757 | 13.1%), American (722 | 5.4%), and Italian (668 | 5.0%), together accounting for 62.4% of all Shoshone County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Alaska Native | 2 | 0.0% |
| American | 722 | 5.4% |
| Apache | 16 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 63 | 0.5% |
| Armenian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 38 | 0.3% |
| Basque | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 7 | 0.1% |
| British | 133 | 1.0% |
| Burmese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 38 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 74 | 0.5% |
| Chippewa | 29 | 0.2% |
| Choctaw | 45 | 0.3% |
| Creek | 3 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 2 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 56 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 52 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 240 | 1.8% |
| Eastern European | 86 | 0.6% |
| English | 1,757 | 13.1% |
| European | 185 | 1.4% |
| Finnish | 219 | 1.6% |
| French | 364 | 2.7% |
| French Canadian | 70 | 0.5% |
| German | 3,441 | 25.7% |
| Ghanaian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 60 | 0.4% |
| Guatemalan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Icelander | 6 | 0.0% |
| Inupiat | 6 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,776 | 13.3% |
| Italian | 668 | 5.0% |
| Korean | 28 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 63 | 0.5% |
| Menominee | 5 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 400 | 3.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 39 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian | 38 | 0.3% |
| Navajo | 1 | 0.0% |
| New Zealander | 45 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 11 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 563 | 4.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 7 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 198 | 1.5% |
| Portuguese | 34 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 4 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 77 | 0.6% |
| Scandinavian | 106 | 0.8% |
| Scotch-Irish | 215 | 1.6% |
| Scottish | 602 | 4.5% |
| Serbian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Shoshone | 17 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 10 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 1 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 18 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 19 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 4 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 392 | 2.9% |
| Swiss | 38 | 0.3% |
| Ukrainian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 100 | 0.7% |
| Yugoslavian | 10 | 0.1% | View All 67 Rows |
Immigrants in Shoshone County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Shoshone County came from Canada (72 | 0.5%), Europe (66 | 0.5%), Germany (35 | 0.3%), Western Europe (35 | 0.3%), and Latin America (23 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.7% of all Shoshone County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 4 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Australia | 7 | 0.1% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 10 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 72 | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 19 | 0.1% |
| Denmark | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 10 | 0.1% |
| England | 13 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 66 | 0.5% |
| Germany | 35 | 0.3% |
| Ghana | 4 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 3 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 4 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 23 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 16 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 21 | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 7 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 3 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 4 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 35 | 0.3% | View All 24 Rows |
Sex and Age in Shoshone County
Sex and Age in Shoshone County
The most populous age groups in Shoshone County are 60 to 64 Years (618 | 9.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (562 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 417 (6.3%) | 420 (6.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 410 (6.1%) | 259 (3.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 310 (4.6%) | 503 (7.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 313 (4.7%) | 337 (5.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 327 (4.9%) | 397 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 329 (4.9%) | 336 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 438 (6.6%) | 348 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 323 (4.9%) | 282 (4.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 442 (6.6%) | 387 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 358 (5.4%) | 374 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 424 (6.4%) | 434 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 468 (7.0%) | 562 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 618 (9.3%) | 501 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 492 (7.4%) | 426 (6.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 475 (7.1%) | 484 (7.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 197 (3.0%) | 207 (3.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 215 (3.2%) | 236 (3.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 110 (1.7%) | 240 (3.6%) |
| Total | 6,666 (100.0%) | 6,733 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Shoshone County
Median Family Size in Shoshone County
The median family size in Shoshone County is 3.23 persons per family, with single female/mother families (393 | 13.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.08 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,218 | 75.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,218 (75.2%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 338 (11.5%) | 3.76 |
| Single Female/Mother | 393 (13.3%) | 4.08 |
| Total Families | 2,949 (100.0%) | 3.23 |
Median Household Size in Shoshone County
The median household size in Shoshone County is 2.38 persons per household, with single female/mother households (393 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.35 persons per household. non-family households (2,529 | 46.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,218 (40.5%) | 3.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 338 (6.2%) | 4.04 |
| Single Female/Mother | 393 (7.2%) | 4.35 |
| Non-family | 2,529 (46.2%) | 1.29 |
| Total Households | 5,478 (100.0%) | 2.38 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Shoshone County
Out of a total of 5,478 households in Shoshone County, 2,949 (53.8%) are family households, while 2,529 (46.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,635, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,018.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,018 (36.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,635 (29.8%) | 452 (8.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 608 (11.1%) | 44 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 382 (7.0%) | 15 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 170 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 126 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 28 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,949 (53.8%) | 2,529 (46.2%) |
Female Fertility in Shoshone County
Fertility by Age in Shoshone County
Average fertility rate in Shoshone County is 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 129.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 92.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 5 (3.3%) | 15.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 139 (92.0%) | 129.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (4.6%) | 6.0 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 60.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Shoshone County
51.0% of women with births (151) in Shoshone County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 70 (50.4%) | 69 (49.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 77 (51.0%) | 74 (49.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Shoshone County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 19 (12.6%) | 43.0 |
| High School Diploma | 92 (60.9%) | 95.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 40 (26.5%) | 50.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 151 (100.0%) | 60.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Shoshone County
49.0% of women with births in Shoshone County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 59.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 55 (59.8%) | 37 (40.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 22 (55.0%) | 18 (45.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 77 (51.0%) | 74 (49.0%) |
Income in Shoshone County
Income Overview in Shoshone County
Per Capita Income in Shoshone County is $26,176, while median incomes of families and households are $61,529 and $44,807 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 13,399 | $26,176 |
| Median Family Income | 2,949 | $61,529 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,949 | $74,155 |
| Median Household Income | 5,478 | $44,807 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,478 | $58,514 |
| Income Deficit | 2,949 | $10,191 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 13,399 | 40.41% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 13,399 | 59.59¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 13,399 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Shoshone County
Average Earnings in Shoshone County are $29,926, $39,514 for men and $23,545 for women, a difference of 40.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,315 (54.1%) | $39,514 |
| Female | 2,814 (45.9%) | $23,545 |
| Total | 6,129 (100.0%) | $29,926 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Shoshone County
The most common earnings brackets in Shoshone County are $100,000+ for men (316 | 9.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (336 | 11.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 153 (4.6%) | 150 (5.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 121 (3.6%) | 231 (8.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 77 (2.3%) | 106 (3.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 75 (2.3%) | 121 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 56 (1.7%) | 153 (5.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 55 (1.7%) | 162 (5.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 144 (4.3%) | 204 (7.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 78 (2.4%) | 127 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 173 (5.2%) | 69 (2.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 66 (2.0%) | 201 (7.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 213 (6.4%) | 336 (11.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 273 (8.2%) | 250 (8.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 197 (5.9%) | 107 (3.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 190 (5.7%) | 112 (4.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 190 (5.7%) | 94 (3.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 164 (5.0%) | 117 (4.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 298 (9.0%) | 59 (2.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 182 (5.5%) | 70 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 294 (8.9%) | 52 (1.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 316 (9.5%) | 93 (3.3%) |
| Total | 3,315 (100.0%) | 2,814 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Shoshone County
Average earnings in Shoshone County are $44,082 for men and $24,292 for women, a difference of 44.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $48,304, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $25,521. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,154, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,588.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $25,521 | $15,588 |
| High School Diploma | $42,599 | $20,391 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,165 | $23,710 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,304 | $41,154 |
| Graduate Degree | $47,212 | $0 |
| Total | $44,082 | $24,292 |
Family Income in Shoshone County
Family Income Brackets in Shoshone County
According to the Shoshone County family income data, there are 525 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.8% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 68 families (2.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 100 | 3.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 100 | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 203 | 6.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 283 | 9.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 525 | 17.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 525 | 17.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 460 | 15.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 495 | 16.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 192 | 6.5% |
| $200,000+ | 68 | 2.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Shoshone County
6-person families (102 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Shoshone County with $95,714 per family, while 2-person families (1,710 | 58.0%) have the highest median income of $29,107 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,710 (58.0%) | $58,214 |
| 3-Person Families | 603 (20.4%) | $63,295 |
| 4-Person Families | 340 (11.5%) | $80,122 |
| 5-Person Families | 166 (5.6%) | $59,167 |
| 6-Person Families | 102 (3.5%) | $95,714 |
| 7+ Person Families | 28 (0.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,949 (100.0%) | $61,529 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Shoshone County
The median family income in Shoshone County is $61,529, with families comprising 3+ earners (156) having the highest median family income of $104,444, while families with no earners (541) have the lowest median family income of $41,094, accounting for 5.3% and 18.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 541 (18.3%) | $41,094 |
| 1 Earner | 1,238 (42.0%) | $49,597 |
| 2 Earners | 1,014 (34.4%) | $81,890 |
| 3+ Earners | 156 (5.3%) | $104,444 |
| Total | 2,949 (100.0%) | $61,529 |
Household Income in Shoshone County
Household Income Brackets in Shoshone County
With 1,035 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Shoshone County, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 93 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 318 | 5.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 329 | 6.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 745 | 13.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 696 | 12.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,035 | 18.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 844 | 15.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 608 | 11.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 592 | 10.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 214 | 3.9% |
| $200,000+ | 93 | 1.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Shoshone County
The median household income in Shoshone County is $44,807, with the highest median household income of $54,196 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,308 households (23.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,858, with 1,914 households (34.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 182 (3.3%) | $45,425 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,308 (23.9%) | $54,196 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,074 (37.9%) | $46,630 |
| 65+ Years | 1,914 (34.9%) | $34,858 |
| Total | 5,478 (100.0%) | $44,807 |
Poverty in Shoshone County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Shoshone County
With 13.9% poverty level for males and 18.1% for females among the residents of Shoshone County, under 5 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 113 males (29.2%) and 244 females (30.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 113 (29.2%) | 106 (25.2%) |
| 5 Years | 8 (6.1%) | 9 (10.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 58 (16.7%) | 68 (15.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 64 (27.7%) | 53 (26.9%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (18.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 66 (15.9%) | 119 (23.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 69 (9.0%) | 89 (13.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 113 (14.8%) | 128 (19.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 136 (17.4%) | 244 (30.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 210 (19.6%) | 124 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (5.5%) | 165 (18.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (4.7%) | 52 (9.5%) |
| Total | 913 (13.9%) | 1,185 (18.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Shoshone County
According to the poverty statistics in Shoshone 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 | 274 (70.8%) | 314 (74.8%) |
| 5 Years | 122 (93.9%) | 76 (89.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 290 (83.3%) | 378 (84.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 167 (72.3%) | 144 (73.1%) |
| 15 Years | 121 (100.0%) | 72 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 99 (100.0%) | 120 (81.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 348 (84.1%) | 395 (76.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 698 (91.0%) | 586 (86.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 648 (85.2%) | 541 (80.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 645 (82.6%) | 564 (69.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 861 (80.4%) | 937 (88.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 894 (94.5%) | 741 (81.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 485 (95.3%) | 498 (90.5%) |
| Total | 5,652 (86.1%) | 5,366 (81.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Shoshone County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Shoshone County show that 5.1% or 112 of the total 2,218 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.3%, comprising of 40 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 | 1,550 (95.7%) | 69 (4.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 350 (89.7%) | 40 (10.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 204 (98.6%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,106 (95.0%) | 112 (5.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Shoshone County
According to the poverty data in Shoshone County, 19.5% or 66 single-father households and 34.6% or 136 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (77.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (51.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (1.9%) | 15 (13.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 49 (32.7%) | 96 (41.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 14 (77.8%) | 25 (51.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 66 (19.5%) | 136 (34.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Shoshone County
The poverty data for Shoshone County shows that 112 of the married-couple family households (5.1%) and 202 of the single-parent households (27.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 households (10.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 household (58.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 69 (4.3%) | 18 (6.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 40 (10.3%) | 145 (37.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (1.5%) | 39 (58.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 112 (5.1%) | 202 (27.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Shoshone County
Employment by Class of Employer in Shoshone County
Among the 5,471 employed individuals in Shoshone County, private company employees (4,013 | 73.4%), local government employees (491 | 9.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (282 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,013 | 73.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 150 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 282 | 5.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 251 | 4.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 491 | 9.0% |
| State Government Employees | 172 | 3.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 89 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 23 | 0.4% |
| Total | 5,471 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Shoshone County
According to the labor force statistics for Shoshone County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,887), 54.1% or 5,890 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 294 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 86.5% or 626 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.8% or 116 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 286 (62.6%) | 22 (7.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 626 (86.5%) | 13 (2.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 488 (73.4%) | 116 (23.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 671 (85.4%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,106 (77.1%) | 42 (3.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,121 (70.5%) | 59 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 617 (59.9%) | 30 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 399 (35.7%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 477 (25.4%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 96 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,890 (54.1%) | 294 (5.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Shoshone County
According to labor force statistics for Shoshone County, 66.4% of individuals (4,398) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,624) are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 255 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 70.6% or 505 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.4% or 106 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 360 (53.3%) | 198 (29.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,770 (69.0%) | 49 (1.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,764 (66.1%) | 128 (4.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 505 (70.6%) | 39 (5.5%) |
| Total | 4,398 (66.4%) | 384 (5.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Shoshone County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shoshone County are Community & Social Service (456 | 8.2%), Management (333 | 6.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (276 | 4.9%), Business & Financial (221 | 4.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (177 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Shoshone County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (86.7%), Architecture & Engineering (86.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (83.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (92.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.9%), and Business & Financial (72.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 201 (60.4%) | 132 (39.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 62 (28.1%) | 159 (72.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 142 (83.0%) | 29 (17.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 54 (78.3%) | 15 (21.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 49 (86.0%) | 8 (14.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 39 (86.7%) | 6 (13.3%) |
| Community & Social Service | 174 (38.2%) | 282 (61.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 56 (52.3%) | 51 (47.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 22 (30.6%) | 50 (69.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 55 (31.1%) | 122 (68.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 41 (41.0%) | 59 (59.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 25 (9.1%) | 251 (90.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 8 (7.2%) | 103 (92.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 604 (41.5%) | 853 (58.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,954 (52.9%) | 2,634 (47.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Shoshone County are Food Preparation & Serving (389 | 7.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (346 | 6.2%), Healthcare Support (200 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (148 | 2.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (144 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Shoshone County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (64.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (63.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.5%), Personal Care & Service (82.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 13 (6.5%) | 187 (93.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 96 (64.9%) | 52 (35.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 92 (63.9%) | 52 (36.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 203 (52.2%) | 186 (47.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 108 (31.2%) | 238 (68.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 25 (17.9%) | 115 (82.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 445 (36.4%) | 778 (63.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,954 (52.9%) | 2,634 (47.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Shoshone County are Sales & Related (714 | 12.8%), and Office & Administration (479 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 222 (31.1%) | 492 (68.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 180 (37.6%) | 299 (62.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 402 (33.7%) | 791 (66.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,954 (52.9%) | 2,634 (47.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Shoshone County are Construction & Extraction (634 | 11.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (305 | 5.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (36 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 624 (98.4%) | 10 (1.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 301 (98.7%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 961 (98.6%) | 14 (1.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,954 (52.9%) | 2,634 (47.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Shoshone County are Transportation (351 | 6.3%), Production (214 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (175 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 127 (59.4%) | 87 (40.6%) |
| Transportation | 282 (80.3%) | 69 (19.7%) |
| Material Moving | 133 (76.0%) | 42 (24.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 542 (73.2%) | 198 (26.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,954 (52.9%) | 2,634 (47.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Shoshone County
Employment Industries in Shoshone County
The major employment industries in Shoshone County include Retail Trade (1,111 | 19.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (726 | 13.0%), Construction (571 | 10.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (532 | 9.5%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (339 | 6.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Shoshone County
The Shoshone County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (98.9%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (97.9%), and Construction (93.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.8%), Information (74.1%), and Public Administration (72.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 92 (98.9%) | 1 (1.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 332 (97.9%) | 7 (2.1%) |
| Construction | 532 (93.2%) | 39 (6.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 260 (77.6%) | 75 (22.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 76 (85.4%) | 13 (14.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 364 (32.8%) | 747 (67.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 167 (85.2%) | 29 (14.8%) |
| Utilities | 9 (60.0%) | 6 (40.0%) |
| Information | 7 (25.9%) | 20 (74.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 33 (40.7%) | 48 (59.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 13 (28.9%) | 32 (71.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 110 (55.6%) | 88 (44.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 88 (74.6%) | 30 (25.4%) |
| Educational Services | 105 (34.2%) | 202 (65.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 96 (13.2%) | 630 (86.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 114 (45.4%) | 137 (54.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 307 (57.7%) | 225 (42.3%) |
| Public Administration | 72 (27.2%) | 193 (72.8%) |
| Total | 2,954 (52.9%) | 2,634 (47.1%) |
Education in Shoshone County
School Enrollment in Shoshone County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,159 students in Shoshone County are middle school (656 | 30.4%), high school (518 | 24.0%), and elementary school (502 | 23.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 97 | 4.5% |
| Kindergarten | 116 | 5.4% |
| Elementary School | 502 | 23.3% |
| Middle School | 656 | 30.4% |
| High School | 518 | 24.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 193 | 8.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 77 | 3.6% |
| Total | 2,159 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Shoshone County
Out of a total of 2,159 students who are enrolled in schools in Shoshone County, 138 (6.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,021 (93.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 49 (40.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 75 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 56 (86.2%) | 9 (13.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 530 (95.3%) | 26 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 767 (95.3%) | 38 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 395 (98.0%) | 8 (2.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 73 (59.8%) | 49 (40.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 89 (90.8%) | 9 (9.2%) |
| Total | 2,021 (93.6%) | 138 (6.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Shoshone County
Education (248 | 19.7%), arts & humanities (145 | 11.5%), science & technology (143 | 11.3%), business (137 | 10.9%), and social sciences (124 | 9.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,261 individuals in Shoshone County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 31 | 2.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 88 | 7.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 41 | 3.3% |
| Psychology | 75 | 5.9% |
| Social Sciences | 124 | 9.8% |
| Engineering | 63 | 5.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 1 | 0.1% |
| Science & Technology | 143 | 11.3% |
| Business | 137 | 10.9% |
| Education | 248 | 19.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 65 | 5.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 34 | 2.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 55 | 4.4% |
| Communications | 11 | 0.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 145 | 11.5% |
| Total | 1,261 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Shoshone County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Shoshone County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Shoshone County are males with 2 vehicles (994, accounting for 34.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,130, making up 39.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 80 (2.8%) | 13 (0.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 584 (20.5%) | 600 (23.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 994 (34.8%) | 1,130 (44.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 704 (24.7%) | 441 (17.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 311 (10.9%) | 296 (11.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 179 (6.3%) | 71 (2.8%) |
| Total | 2,852 (100.0%) | 2,551 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Shoshone County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Shoshone County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,212 commuters, 23.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (967 commuters, 18.5%), and less than 5 minutes (683 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 683 | 13.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 967 | 18.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,212 | 23.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 488 | 9.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 396 | 7.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 82 | 1.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 219 | 4.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 83 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 113 | 2.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 489 | 9.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 359 | 6.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 142 | 2.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Shoshone County
The most common commute times in Shoshone County are 10 to 14 minutes (582 commuters, 21.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (630 commuters, 25.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 297 (10.8%) | 386 (15.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 391 (14.2%) | 576 (23.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 582 (21.1%) | 630 (25.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 312 (11.3%) | 176 (7.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 276 (10.0%) | 120 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 51 (1.8%) | 31 (1.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 48 (1.7%) | 171 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 22 (0.8%) | 61 (2.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 52 (1.9%) | 61 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 364 (13.2%) | 125 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 237 (8.6%) | 122 (4.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 129 (4.7%) | 13 (0.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Shoshone County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Shoshone County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (427, 15.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (390, 15.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 427 (15.5%) | 175 (7.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 292 (10.6%) | 145 (5.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 260 (9.4%) | 105 (4.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 199 (7.2%) | 104 (4.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 361 (13.1%) | 261 (10.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 235 (8.5%) | 265 (10.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 227 (8.2%) | 390 (15.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 184 (6.7%) | 308 (12.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 64 (2.3%) | 190 (7.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 130 (4.7%) | 245 (9.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 35 (1.3%) | 81 (3.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 20 (0.7%) | 56 (2.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 282 (10.2%) | 87 (3.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 45 (1.6%) | 60 (2.4%) |
| Total | 2,761 (100.0%) | 2,472 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Shoshone County
Occupancy by Ownership in Shoshone County
Of the total 5,478 dwellings in Shoshone County, owner-occupied units account for 4,000 (73.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,478 (27.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,000 | 73.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,478 | 27.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,478 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Shoshone County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,018 | 36.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,087 | 38.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 652 | 11.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 721 | 13.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,478 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Shoshone County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,407 (69.7%) | 611 (30.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,700 (81.5%) | 387 (18.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 380 (58.3%) | 272 (41.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 513 (71.2%) | 208 (28.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,000 (73.0%) | 1,478 (27.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Shoshone County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 369 (67.0%) | 182 (33.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,507 (71.3%) | 606 (28.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,637 (74.0%) | 576 (26.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 487 (81.0%) | 114 (19.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Shoshone County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 830 | 15.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 660 | 12.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 836 | 15.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,238 | 22.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,237 | 22.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 499 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 178 | 3.3% |
| Total | 5,478 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Shoshone County
Median Income by Occupancy in Shoshone County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,000 (73.0%) | $50,071 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,478 (27.0%) | $30,638 |
| Average | 5,478 (100.0%) | $44,807 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Shoshone County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 76 (1.9%) | 84 (5.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 75 (1.9%) | 84 (5.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 148 (3.7%) | 182 (12.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 199 (5.0%) | 179 (12.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 303 (7.6%) | 62 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 452 (11.3%) | 242 (16.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 743 (18.6%) | 294 (19.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 686 (17.2%) | 160 (10.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 536 (13.4%) | 74 (5.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 509 (12.7%) | 80 (5.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 273 (6.8%) | 37 (2.5%) |
| Total | 4,000 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Shoshone County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 511 (12.8%) | 55 (3.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 944 (23.6%) | 183 (12.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 794 (19.9%) | 392 (26.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 378 (9.5%) | 495 (33.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 870 (21.7%) | 221 (14.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 380 (9.5%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 92 (2.3%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 15 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 16 (0.4%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| Total | 4,000 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Shoshone County
Housing Structures in Shoshone County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,197 | 76.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 34 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 110 | 2.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 158 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 141 | 2.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 191 | 3.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 647 | 11.8% |
| Total | 5,478 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Shoshone County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,451 (82.2%) | 746 (17.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 20 (58.8%) | 14 (41.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 5 (4.5%) | 105 (95.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 (3.8%) | 152 (96.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 5 (3.5%) | 136 (96.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 6 (3.1%) | 185 (96.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 507 (78.4%) | 140 (21.6%) |
| Total | 4,000 (73.0%) | 1,478 (27.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Shoshone County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 16 (0.4%) | 80 (5.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 212 (5.3%) | 346 (23.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,291 (32.3%) | 532 (36.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,442 (36.0%) | 452 (30.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,039 (26.0%) | 68 (4.6%) |
| Total | 4,000 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Shoshone County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,499 (62.5%) | 532 (36.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 81 (2.0%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| Electricity | 774 (19.4%) | 817 (55.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 31 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| All other Fuels | 615 (15.4%) | 108 (7.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,000 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Shoshone County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 92 (2.3%) | 168 (11.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 963 (24.1%) | 649 (43.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,577 (39.4%) | 439 (29.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,368 (34.2%) | 222 (15.0%) |
| Total | 4,000 (100.0%) | 1,478 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Shoshone County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Shoshone County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,025 | 1,975 |
| Median Property Value | $150,100 | $209,000 |
| Median Household Income | $37,782 | $193 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $394 | $16 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,210 | $55 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Shoshone County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 288 (14.2%) | 69 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 333 (16.4%) | 187 (9.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,000 (49.4%) | 1,302 (65.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 330 (16.3%) | 351 (17.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 53 (2.6%) | 52 (2.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 6 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 15 (0.7%) | 14 (0.7%) |
| Total | 2,025 (100.0%) | 1,975 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Shoshone County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 99 (4.9%) | 9 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 531 (26.2%) | 52 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 254 (12.5%) | 119 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 506 (25.0%) | 198 (10.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 248 (12.2%) | 237 (12.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 171 (8.4%) | 438 (22.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 136 (6.7%) | 365 (18.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 80 (4.0%) | 373 (18.9%) |
| Total | 2,025 (100.0%) | 1,975 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Shoshone County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 557 (27.5%) | 70,690 (3,579.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 227 (11.2%) | 635 (32.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 366 (18.1%) | 359 (18.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 853 (42.1%) | 236 (11.9%) |
| Total | 2,025 (100.0%) | 1,975 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Shoshone County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 552 (27.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 744 (36.7%) | 416 (21.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 594 (29.3%) | 773 (39.1%) |
| Total | 2,025 (100.0%) | 1,975 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Shoshone County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shoshone County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,011 (94.3%) | 61 (5.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,715 (97.3%) | 48 (2.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 744 (80.8%) | 177 (19.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 984 (71.7%) | 389 (28.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,176 (82.2%) | 254 (17.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,291 (81.4%) | 296 (18.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,574 (73.8%) | 558 (26.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,833 (99.0%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,059 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,387 (86.3%) | 1,802 (13.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Shoshone County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,011 (94.3%) | 61 (5.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,715 (97.3%) | 48 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 744 (80.8%) | 177 (19.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Shoshone County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,847 (84.7%) | 333 (15.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,204 (81.7%) | 720 (18.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,974 (87.8%) | 274 (12.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,505 (87.1%) | 223 (12.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,783 (93.4%) | 195 (6.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Shoshone County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 745 (69.5%) | 330 (30.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 961 (54.5%) | 858 (48.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 283 (30.7%) | 474 (51.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 224 (16.3%) | 785 (57.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 357 (25.0%) | 870 (60.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 457 (28.8%) | 907 (57.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 751 (35.2%) | 990 (46.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,809 (97.7%) | 965 (52.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,045 (98.7%) | 501 (47.3%) |
| Total | 6,632 (50.3%) | 6,680 (50.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Shoshone County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 85 (9.0%) | 57 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 167 (14.1%) | 90 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 712 (27.3%) | 776 (30.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 455 (48.1%) | 363 (40.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 334 (65.6%) | 300 (54.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Shoshone County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 41 (3.5%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 231 (8.8%) | 78 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 322 (34.0%) | 130 (14.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 228 (44.8%) | 112 (20.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (2.2%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 126 (4.8%) | 116 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 65 (6.9%) | 41 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 49 (9.6%) | 71 (12.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 69 (7.3%) | 48 (4.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 141 (11.9%) | 79 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 215 (8.2%) | 356 (14.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (9.3%) | 41 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 28 (5.5%) | 60 (10.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (1.3%) | 14 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 41 (3.5%) | 44 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 429 (16.4%) | 557 (22.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 251 (26.5%) | 247 (27.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (21.2%) | 190 (34.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 33 (3.5%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 35 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 148 (5.7%) | 176 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 81 (8.6%) | 26 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (3.3%) | 113 (20.5%) |
Technology Access in Shoshone County
Computing Device Access in Shoshone County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,807 | 69.5% |
| Smartphone | 4,369 | 79.8% |
| Tablet | 2,604 | 47.5% |
| No Computing Device | 643 | 11.7% |
| Total | 5,478 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Shoshone County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 15 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 3,328 | 60.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 615 | 11.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 670 | 12.2% |
| No Internet | 927 | 16.9% |
| Total | 5,478 | 100.0% |
Shoshone County Summary
Shoshone County is located in the northern part of the state of Idaho, in the United States. It is bordered by Kootenai County to the north, Bonner County to the east, Benewah County to the south, and Latah County to the west. The county seat is Wallace, and the largest city is Kellogg. The county was established in 1864 and named after the Shoshone Native American tribe.
Geography
Shoshone County covers an area of 1,722 square miles, making it the fourth-largest county in Idaho. The terrain is mostly mountainous, with the Coeur d'Alene Mountains to the east and the Bitterroot Range to the west. The highest point in the county is the summit of Mount Coeur d'Alene, at 8,717 feet. The county is drained by the Coeur d'Alene River and its tributaries, including the St. Joe River, the North Fork Coeur d'Alene River, and the South Fork Coeur d'Alene River. The county also contains several lakes, including Coeur d'Alene Lake, Lake Pend Oreille, and Priest Lake.
History
The area that is now Shoshone County was originally inhabited by the Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai, and Nez Perce Native American tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the 1860s, and the county was established in 1864. The county was named after the Shoshone tribe, which had inhabited the area prior to the arrival of the Europeans.
The county was initially a mining center, with gold, silver, and lead being mined in the area. The mining industry declined in the early 20th century, and the county's economy shifted to timber and agriculture. The county was also home to several logging camps, which provided employment for many of the county's residents.
Economy
Today, Shoshone County's economy is largely based on tourism, timber, and agriculture. The county is home to several ski resorts, including Silver Mountain Resort and Lookout Pass Ski Area. The county is also home to several national forests, including the Coeur d'Alene National Forest and the St. Joe National Forest.
Agriculture is also an important part of the county's economy. The county is home to several farms, which produce hay, wheat, barley, oats, potatoes, and other crops. The county is also home to several cattle ranches, which produce beef and dairy products.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Shoshone County had a population of 12,765. The racial makeup of the county was 94.2% White, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% Black or African American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
The median household income in the county was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income was $20,945. About 13.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Shoshone County is served by the Shoshone County School District, which operates seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. The county is also home to North Idaho College, a two-year community college.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Shoshone County?
Total Population of Shoshone County is 13,399.
What is the Total Male Population of Shoshone County?
Total Male Population of Shoshone County is 6,666.
What is the Total Female Population of Shoshone County?
Total Female Population of Shoshone County is 6,733.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Shoshone County?
There are 99.00 Males per 100 Females in Shoshone County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Shoshone County?
There are 101.01 Females per 100 Males in Shoshone County.
What is the Median Population Age in Shoshone County?
Median Population Age in Shoshone County is 46.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Shoshone County
Average Family Size in Shoshone County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Shoshone County
Average Household Size in Shoshone County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Shoshone County?
Per Capita income in Shoshone County is $26,176.
What is the Median Family Income in Shoshone County?
Median Family Income in Shoshone County is $61,529.
What is the Median Household income in Shoshone County?
Median Household Income in Shoshone County is $44,807.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Shoshone County?
Income or Wage Gap in Shoshone County is 40.4%.
Women in Shoshone County earn 59.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Shoshone County?
Family Income Deficit in Shoshone County is $10,191.
Families that are below poverty line in Shoshone County earn $10,191 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Shoshone County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Shoshone County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Shoshone County?
There are 5,890 People in the Labor Forcein in Shoshone County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Shoshone County?
54.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Shoshone County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Shoshone County?
Unemployment Rate in Shoshone County is 5.0%.