Dorchester, IL

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Dorchester Overview

165
TOTAL POPULATION
91
MALE POPULATION
74
FEMALE POPULATION
122.97
MALES / 100 FEMALES
81.32
FEMALES / 100 MALES
55.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,227
PER CAPITA INCOME
$127,981
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$84,167
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
68
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Dorchester Area Codes

Race in Dorchester

The most populous races in Dorchester are , and White / Caucasian (165 | 100.0%).
Race in Dorchester
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian165100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total165100.0%

Ancestry in Dorchester

The most populous ancestries reported in Dorchester are German (102 | 61.8%), English (21 | 12.7%), American (14 | 8.5%), European (5 | 3.0%), and French (4 | 2.4%), together accounting for 88.5% of all Dorchester residents.
Ancestry in Dorchester
Ancestry# Population% Population
American148.5%
English2112.7%
European53.0%
French42.4%
German10261.8%
Irish31.8%
Italian31.8%
Scotch-Irish21.2%
Scottish31.8%
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Immigrants in Dorchester

Immigrants in Dorchester
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Dorchester

Sex and Age in Dorchester

The most populous age groups in Dorchester are 55 to 59 Years (23 | 25.3%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (19 | 25.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Dorchester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (1.1%)1 (1.3%)
5 to 9 Years11 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)19 (25.7%)
15 to 19 Years17 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.7%)
25 to 29 Years4 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years2 (2.2%)2 (2.7%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)13 (17.6%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years1 (1.1%)1 (1.3%)
50 to 54 Years3 (3.3%)1 (1.3%)
55 to 59 Years23 (25.3%)5 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years9 (9.9%)11 (14.9%)
65 to 69 Years8 (8.8%)7 (9.5%)
70 to 74 Years7 (7.7%)6 (8.1%)
75 to 79 Years3 (3.3%)4 (5.4%)
80 to 84 Years2 (2.2%)2 (2.7%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total91 (100.0%)74 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Dorchester

Median Family Size in Dorchester

The median family size in Dorchester is 3.38 persons per family, with married-couple families (41 | 91.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.51 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2 | 4.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Dorchester
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple41 (91.1%)3.51
Single Male/Father2 (4.4%)2.00
Single Female/Mother2 (4.4%)2.00
Total Families45 (100.0%)3.38

Median Household Size in Dorchester

The median household size in Dorchester is 2.95 persons per household, with married-couple households (41 | 73.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (11 | 19.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Dorchester
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple41 (73.2%)3.51
Single Male/Father2 (3.6%)2.00
Single Female/Mother2 (3.6%)2.00
Non-family11 (19.6%)1.18
Total Households56 (100.0%)2.95

Household Size by Marriage Status in Dorchester

Out of a total of 56 households in Dorchester, 45 (80.4%) are family households, while 11 (19.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 29, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 9.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dorchester
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-9 (16.1%)
2-Person Households29 (51.8%)2 (3.6%)
3-Person Households3 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households13 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total45 (80.4%)11 (19.6%)

Female Fertility in Dorchester

Fertility by Age in Dorchester

Female Fertility by Age in Dorchester
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dorchester

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dorchester
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Dorchester

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Dorchester
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dorchester

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dorchester
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Dorchester

Income Overview in Dorchester

Per Capita Income in Dorchester is $42,227, while median incomes of families and households are $127,981 and $84,167 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income165$42,227
Median Family Income45$127,981
Mean Family Income45$131,216
Median Household Income56$84,167
Mean Household Income56$115,743
Income Deficit45$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)16531.78%
Wage / Income Gap ($)16568.22¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1650.38

Earnings by Sex in Dorchester

Average Earnings in Dorchester are $73,500, $52,279 for men and $76,635 for women, a difference of 31.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Dorchester
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male35 (51.5%)$52,279
Female33 (48.5%)$76,635
Total68 (100.0%)$73,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dorchester

The most common earnings brackets in Dorchester are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (17 | 48.6%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (17 | 51.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dorchester
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)1 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)2 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $29,9991 (2.9%)2 (6.1%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9991 (2.9%)1 (3.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99917 (48.6%)2 (6.1%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99910 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (14.3%)17 (51.5%)
$100,000+1 (2.9%)8 (24.2%)
Total35 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dorchester

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dorchester
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$78,750$0
College or Associate's Degree$52,132$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$52,279$76,827

Family Income in Dorchester

Family Income Brackets in Dorchester

According to the Dorchester family income data, there are 15 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Dorchester
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99924.4%
$35,000 to $49,999715.6%
$50,000 to $74,99936.7%
$75,000 to $99,999715.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991533.3%
$150,000 to $199,99924.4%
$200,000+920.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dorchester

3-person families (3 | 6.7%) account for the highest median family income in Dorchester with $168,750 per family, while 3-person families (3 | 6.7%) have the highest median income of $56,250 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dorchester
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families29 (64.4%)$81,875
3-Person Families3 (6.7%)$168,750
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families13 (28.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total45 (100.0%)$127,981

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dorchester

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dorchester
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners10 (22.2%)$37,500
1 Earner17 (37.8%)$0
2 Earners17 (37.8%)$128,750
3+ Earners1 (2.2%)$0
Total45 (100.0%)$127,981

Household Income in Dorchester

Household Income Brackets in Dorchester

With 15 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Dorchester, accounting for 26.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Dorchester
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99911.8%
$25,000 to $34,99958.9%
$35,000 to $49,999814.3%
$50,000 to $74,999916.1%
$75,000 to $99,999712.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991526.8%
$150,000 to $199,99923.6%
$200,000+916.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Dorchester

The median household income in Dorchester is $84,167, with the highest median household income of $128,558 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 17 households (30.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Dorchester
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years17 (30.4%)$128,558
45 to 64 Years19 (33.9%)$80,625
65+ Years20 (35.7%)$56,250
Total56 (100.0%)$84,167

Poverty in Dorchester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dorchester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dorchester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (2.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dorchester

According to the poverty statistics in Dorchester, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dorchester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
15 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years6 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years32 (100.0%)14 (87.5%)
65 to 74 Years15 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
75 Years and over5 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total91 (100.0%)72 (97.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dorchester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dorchester
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dorchester

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dorchester
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dorchester
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Dorchester

Employment by Class of Employer in Dorchester

Among the 67 employed individuals in Dorchester, private company employees (41 | 61.2%), state government employees (19 | 28.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (4 | 6.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Dorchester
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees4161.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations46.0%
Local Government Employees34.5%
State Government Employees1928.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total67100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Dorchester

According to the labor force statistics for Dorchester, out of the total population over 16 years of age (116), 58.6% or 68 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 1 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 2 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.0% or 1 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Dorchester
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years2 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (83.3%)1 (20.0%)
55 to 59 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years9 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total68 (58.6%)1 (1.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dorchester

According to labor force statistics for Dorchester, 81.3% of individuals (61) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (75) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 1 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 90.5% or 38 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.6% or 1 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dorchester
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School4 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma17 (70.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree38 (90.5%)1 (2.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (81.3%)1 (1.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Dorchester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dorchester are Management (5 | 7.5%), Business & Financial (4 | 6.0%), Community & Social Service (1 | 1.5%), Education Instruction & Library (1 | 1.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (1 | 1.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Dorchester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Dorchester
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)34 (50.7%)33 (49.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Dorchester are , and Healthcare Support (4 | 6.0%).
Services Occupations in Dorchester

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Dorchester
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)34 (50.7%)33 (49.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dorchester are Office & Administration (19 | 28.4%), and Sales & Related (1 | 1.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Dorchester

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Dorchester
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Office & Administration2 (10.5%)17 (89.5%)
Total (Category)2 (10.0%)18 (90.0%)
Total (Overall)34 (50.7%)33 (49.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dorchester are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (19 | 28.4%), and Construction & Extraction (9 | 13.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Dorchester

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Dorchester
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)34 (50.7%)33 (49.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dorchester are , and Transportation (4 | 6.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Dorchester

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Dorchester
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)34 (50.7%)33 (49.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Dorchester

Employment Industries in Dorchester

The major employment industries in Dorchester include Construction (23 | 34.3%), Educational Services (18 | 26.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (8 | 11.9%), Transportation & Warehousing (6 | 9.0%), and Manufacturing (3 | 4.5%).
Employment Industries in Dorchester

Employment Industries by Sex in Dorchester

The Dorchester industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dorchester
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction9 (39.1%)14 (60.9%)
Manufacturing3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Educational Services17 (94.4%)1 (5.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total34 (50.7%)33 (49.2%)

Education in Dorchester

School Enrollment in Dorchester

The most common levels of schooling among the 47 students in Dorchester are middle school (19 | 40.4%), high school (17 | 36.2%), and elementary school (11 | 23.4%).
School Enrollment in Dorchester
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School1123.4%
Middle School1940.4%
High School1736.2%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total47100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dorchester

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dorchester
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dorchester

Science & technology (5 | 50.0%), business (4 | 40.0%), and education (1 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 10 individuals in Dorchester who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dorchester
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology550.0%
Business440.0%
Education110.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total10100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Dorchester

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dorchester

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dorchester are males with 2 vehicles (24, accounting for 70.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (14, making up 72.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dorchester
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)2 (6.1%)
1 Vehicle1 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles24 (70.6%)14 (42.4%)
3 Vehicles4 (11.8%)10 (30.3%)
4 Vehicles2 (5.9%)3 (9.1%)
5 or more Vehicles3 (8.8%)4 (12.1%)
Total34 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Dorchester

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dorchester are 5 to 9 minutes (17 commuters, 27.4%), 40 to 44 minutes (13 commuters, 21.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (7 commuters, 11.3%).
Commute Time in Dorchester
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1727.4%
10 to 14 Minutes711.3%
15 to 19 Minutes69.7%
20 to 24 Minutes11.6%
25 to 29 Minutes11.6%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes58.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1321.0%
45 to 59 Minutes34.8%
60 to 89 Minutes711.3%
90 or more Minutes23.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Dorchester

The most common commute times in Dorchester are 5 to 9 minutes (17 commuters, 50.0%) for males and 40 to 44 minutes (13 commuters, 46.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Dorchester
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes17 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes1 (2.9%)6 (21.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes4 (11.8%)2 (7.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes1 (2.9%)4 (14.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (46.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes3 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes7 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes1 (2.9%)1 (3.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dorchester

The most frequent times of departure to work in Dorchester are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (20, 58.8%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (13, 46.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dorchester
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM20 (58.8%)1 (3.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2 (5.9%)4 (14.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM2 (5.9%)13 (46.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM8 (23.5%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (32.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)1 (3.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Dorchester

Occupancy by Ownership in Dorchester

Of the total 56 dwellings in Dorchester, owner-occupied units account for 56 (100.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 0 (0.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Dorchester
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units56100.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units00.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units56100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Dorchester

Occupancy by Household Size in Dorchester
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household916.1%
2-Person Household3155.4%
3-Person Household35.4%
4+ Person Household1323.2%
Total Housing Units56100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dorchester

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dorchester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dorchester

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dorchester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dorchester

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dorchester
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years47.1%
35 to 44 Years1323.2%
45 to 54 Years35.4%
55 to 64 Years1628.6%
65 to 74 Years1526.8%
75 to 84 Years58.9%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total56100.0%

Housing Finances in Dorchester

Median Income by Occupancy in Dorchester

Median Income by Occupancy in Dorchester
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied56 (100.0%)$84,167
Renter-Occupied0 (0.0%)$0
Average56 (100.0%)$84,167

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dorchester

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dorchester
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9991 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9999 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more11 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dorchester

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dorchester
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49911 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79913 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99917 (30.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49913 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9992 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Dorchester

Housing Structures in Dorchester

Housing Structures in Dorchester
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5496.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other23.6%
Total56100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dorchester

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dorchester
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dorchester

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dorchester
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms24 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms23 (41.1%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms9 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dorchester

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dorchester
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas50 (89.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity3 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Dorchester

Household Vehicle Usage in Dorchester
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle3 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles32 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles19 (33.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Dorchester

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dorchester

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2630
Median Property Value$108,300$126,900
Median Household Income$75,000$2
Monthly Housing Costs$529$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,500$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dorchester

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dorchester
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9999 (34.6%)10 (33.3%)
$100,000 to $299,9996 (23.1%)20 (66.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more4 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dorchester

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dorchester
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9991 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9994 (15.4%)1 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9994 (15.4%)4 (13.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (15.4%)5 (16.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)3 (10.0%)
$150,000 or more9 (34.6%)15 (50.0%)
Total26 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dorchester

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dorchester
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x13 (50.0%)127,692 (425,640.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x7 (26.9%)27 (90.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x2 (7.7%)1 (3.3%)
4.0x or more4 (15.4%)2 (6.7%)
Total26 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dorchester

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dorchester
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8007 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4996 (23.1%)15 (50.0%)
$800 to $1,49913 (50.0%)8 (26.7%)
Total26 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Dorchester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dorchester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dorchester
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years45 (93.8%)3 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total162 (98.2%)3 (1.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dorchester

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dorchester
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dorchester

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dorchester
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99928 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99913 (92.9%)1 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (85.7%)2 (14.3%)
$100,000 and over108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dorchester

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dorchester
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (8.3%)41 (85.4%)
65 to 74 Years28 (100.0%)15 (53.6%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)8 (72.7%)
Total92 (55.8%)93 (56.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dorchester

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dorchester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (2.8%)3 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years2 (13.3%)2 (15.4%)
75 Years and over4 (80.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dorchester

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Dorchester: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (2.8%)1 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Dorchester: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Dorchester: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Dorchester: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years2 (13.3%)2 (15.4%)
75 Years and over2 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Dorchester: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (13.3%)2 (15.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Dorchester

Computing Device Access in Dorchester

Computing Device Access in Dorchester
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3358.9%
Smartphone4275.0%
Tablet3664.3%
No Computing Device35.4%
Total56100.0%

Internet Access in Dorchester

Internet Access in Dorchester
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet35.4%
Broadband Home2951.8%
Cellular Data Only47.1%
Satellite Internet1526.8%
No Internet58.9%
Total56100.0%

Dorchester Summary

Dorchester is a small village located in Macon County, Illinois, United States. The population was 545 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Decatur Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Dorchester was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from Dorchester, Massachusetts. The village was named after the Massachusetts town, and the first post office was established in 1855. The village was incorporated in 1872.

Geography

Dorchester is located at 39°51'25" North, 88°45'45" West (39.856944, -88.762500). According to the 2010 census, the village has a total area of 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2), all land.

Economy

The economy of Dorchester is largely based on agriculture. The village is home to several farms, including a dairy farm, a hog farm, and a grain farm. The village also has a few small businesses, including a gas station, a grocery store, and a restaurant.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 545 people, 206 households, and 149 families residing in the village. The population density was 1,323.2 people per square mile (510.3/km2). There were 218 housing units at an average density of 531.2 per square mile (204.7/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 98.18% White, 0.37% African American, 0.18% Native American, 0.37% Asian, and 0.92% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.37% of the population.
There were 206 households, out of which 33.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.7% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.6% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.17.
In the village, the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.
The median income for a household in the village was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the village was $17,845. About 4.2% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 5.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Dorchester?
Total Population of Dorchester is 165.
What is the Total Male Population of Dorchester?
Total Male Population of Dorchester is 91.
What is the Total Female Population of Dorchester?
Total Female Population of Dorchester is 74.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dorchester?
There are 122.97 Males per 100 Females in Dorchester.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dorchester?
There are 81.32 Females per 100 Males in Dorchester.
What is the Median Population Age in Dorchester?
Median Population Age in Dorchester is 55.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dorchester
Average Family Size in Dorchester is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dorchester
Average Household Size in Dorchester is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dorchester?
Per Capita income in Dorchester is $42,227.
What is the Median Family Income in Dorchester?
Median Family Income in Dorchester is $127,981.
What is the Median Household income in Dorchester?
Median Household Income in Dorchester is $84,167.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dorchester?
Income or Wage Gap in Dorchester is 31.8%.
Women in Dorchester earn 68.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dorchester?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dorchester is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dorchester?
There are 68 People in the Labor Forcein in Dorchester.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dorchester?
58.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Dorchester.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dorchester?
Unemployment Rate in Dorchester is 1.5%.