Watseka, IL
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4,361
TOTAL POPULATION
1,999
MALE POPULATION
2,362
FEMALE POPULATION
84.63
MALES / 100 FEMALES
118.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,131
PER CAPITA INCOME
$62,583
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,774
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
89.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,003
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Watseka Zip Codes
Race in Watseka
The most populous races in Watseka are White / Caucasian (3,877 | 88.9%), Hispanic or Latino (284 | 6.5%), and Some other Race (260 | 6.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 49 | 1.1% |
| Black / African American | 73 | 1.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 284 | 6.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 5 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,877 | 88.9% |
| Two or more Races | 97 | 2.2% |
| Some other Race | 260 | 6.0% |
| Total | 4,361 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Watseka
The most populous ancestries reported in Watseka are German (1,748 | 40.1%), Irish (551 | 12.6%), American (288 | 6.6%), French (249 | 5.7%), and Hungarian (210 | 4.8%), together accounting for 69.8% of all Watseka residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Albanian | 44 | 1.0% |
| American | 288 | 6.6% |
| Australian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 4 | 0.1% |
| British | 106 | 2.4% |
| Burmese | 8 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 76 | 1.7% |
| Choctaw | 2 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 8 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 14 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 208 | 4.8% |
| Eastern European | 24 | 0.5% |
| English | 201 | 4.6% |
| European | 24 | 0.5% |
| French | 249 | 5.7% |
| French Canadian | 26 | 0.6% |
| German | 1,748 | 40.1% |
| Hungarian | 210 | 4.8% |
| Irish | 551 | 12.6% |
| Italian | 177 | 4.1% |
| Korean | 42 | 1.0% |
| Lithuanian | 45 | 1.0% |
| Mexican | 208 | 4.8% |
| Navajo | 5 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 76 | 1.7% |
| Polish | 51 | 1.2% |
| Russian | 106 | 2.4% |
| Salvadoran | 76 | 1.7% |
| Scandinavian | 9 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 21 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 104 | 2.4% |
| Welsh | 11 | 0.3% |
| Yugoslavian | 9 | 0.2% | View All 35 Rows |
Immigrants in Watseka
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Watseka came from Central America (97 | 2.2%), Latin America (97 | 2.2%), Mexico (69 | 1.6%), Asia (49 | 1.1%), and Eastern Europe (44 | 1.0%), together accounting for 8.2% of all Watseka residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 49 | 1.1% |
| Central America | 97 | 2.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 44 | 1.0% |
| El Salvador | 28 | 0.6% |
| Europe | 44 | 1.0% |
| Korea | 4 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 97 | 2.2% |
| Mexico | 69 | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | 3 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 42 | 1.0% |
| South Central Asia | 3 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 42 | 1.0% | View All 13 Rows |
Sex and Age in Watseka
Sex and Age in Watseka
The most populous age groups in Watseka are 25 to 29 Years (225 | 11.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (251 | 10.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 57 (2.9%) | 96 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 165 (8.3%) | 65 (2.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 88 (4.4%) | 61 (2.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 197 (9.9%) | 64 (2.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 170 (8.5%) | 156 (6.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 225 (11.3%) | 168 (7.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 81 (4.1%) | 24 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 30 (1.5%) | 51 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 44 (2.2%) | 109 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 110 (5.5%) | 124 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 210 (10.5%) | 236 (10.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 52 (2.6%) | 228 (9.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 168 (8.4%) | 251 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 184 (9.2%) | 129 (5.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 30 (1.5%) | 189 (8.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 69 (3.5%) | 91 (3.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 78 (3.9%) | 199 (8.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 41 (2.1%) | 121 (5.1%) |
| Total | 1,999 (100.0%) | 2,362 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Watseka
Median Family Size in Watseka
The median family size in Watseka is 2.51 persons per family, with single male/father families (26 | 2.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.5 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (301 | 32.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.32 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 597 (64.6%) | 2.52 |
| Single Male/Father | 26 (2.8%) | 4.50 |
| Single Female/Mother | 301 (32.6%) | 2.32 |
| Total Families | 924 (100.0%) | 2.51 |
Median Household Size in Watseka
The median household size in Watseka is 2.16 persons per household, with single male/father households (26 | 1.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6 persons per household. non-family households (1,034 | 52.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.77 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 597 (30.5%) | 2.52 |
| Single Male/Father | 26 (1.3%) | 6.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 301 (15.4%) | 2.45 |
| Non-family | 1,034 (52.8%) | 1.77 |
| Total Households | 1,958 (100.0%) | 2.16 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Watseka
Out of a total of 1,958 households in Watseka, 924 (47.2%) are family households, while 1,034 (52.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 586, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 798.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 798 (40.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 586 (29.9%) | 89 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 197 (10.1%) | 40 (2.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 88 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 39 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 14 (0.7%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 106 (5.4%) |
| Total | 924 (47.2%) | 1,034 (52.8%) |
Female Fertility in Watseka
Fertility by Age in Watseka
Average fertility rate in Watseka is 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% 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 | 11 (100.0%) | 32.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 11 (100.0%) | 15.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watseka
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Watseka
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 11 (100.0%) | 73.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 11 (100.0%) | 15.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watseka
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Watseka
Income Overview in Watseka
Per Capita Income in Watseka is $26,131, while median incomes of families and households are $62,583 and $41,774 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,361 | $26,131 |
| Median Family Income | 924 | $62,583 |
| Mean Family Income | 924 | $68,916 |
| Median Household Income | 1,958 | $41,774 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,958 | $57,425 |
| Income Deficit | 924 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,361 | 10.74% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,361 | 89.26¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,361 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Watseka
Average Earnings in Watseka are $29,511, $32,649 for men and $29,142 for women, a difference of 10.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,059 (49.6%) | $32,649 |
| Female | 1,074 (50.3%) | $29,142 |
| Total | 2,133 (100.0%) | $29,511 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watseka
The most common earnings brackets in Watseka are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (138 | 13.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (287 | 26.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 57 (5.4%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 68 (6.4%) | 20 (1.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 9 (0.9%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 19 (1.8%) | 58 (5.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 60 (5.7%) | 50 (4.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 36 (3.4%) | 53 (4.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 61 (5.8%) | 26 (2.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 24 (2.3%) | 13 (1.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 14 (1.3%) | 61 (5.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 45 (4.3%) | 42 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 116 (11.0%) | 287 (26.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 60 (5.7%) | 85 (7.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 18 (1.7%) | 131 (12.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 67 (6.3%) | 37 (3.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 28 (2.6%) | 47 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 138 (13.0%) | 33 (3.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 80 (7.5%) | 40 (3.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 47 (4.4%) | 62 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 60 (5.7%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 52 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,059 (100.0%) | 1,074 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watseka
Average earnings in Watseka are $45,132 for men and $29,380 for women, a difference of 34.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $54,458, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $29,300. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,139, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,376.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,841 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $29,300 | $28,376 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,333 | $33,917 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,458 | $50,139 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $45,132 | $29,380 |
Family Income in Watseka
Family Income Brackets in Watseka
According to the Watseka family income data, there are 185 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.0% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 21 | 2.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 15 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 71 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 146 | 15.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 144 | 15.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 168 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 185 | 20.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 118 | 12.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 56 | 6.1% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watseka
4-person families (122 | 13.2%) account for the highest median family income in Watseka with $63,167 per family, while 2-person families (607 | 65.7%) have the highest median income of $30,508 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 607 (65.7%) | $61,016 |
| 3-Person Families | 181 (19.6%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 122 (13.2%) | $63,167 |
| 5-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 14 (1.5%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 924 (100.0%) | $62,583 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Watseka
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 213 (23.1%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 341 (36.9%) | $60,625 |
| 2 Earners | 305 (33.0%) | $89,904 |
| 3+ Earners | 65 (7.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 924 (100.0%) | $62,583 |
Household Income in Watseka
Household Income Brackets in Watseka
With 327 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Watseka, accounting for 16.7% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 96 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 119 | 6.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 284 | 14.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 251 | 12.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 327 | 16.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 309 | 15.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 241 | 12.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 266 | 13.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 65 | 3.3% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Watseka
The median household income in Watseka is $41,774, with the highest median household income of $94,886 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 166 households (8.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,395, with 682 households (34.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 135 (6.9%) | $38,558 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 166 (8.5%) | $94,886 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 975 (49.8%) | $52,375 |
| 65+ Years | 682 (34.8%) | $30,395 |
| Total | 1,958 (100.0%) | $41,774 |
Poverty in Watseka
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watseka
With 19.0% poverty level for males and 15.9% for females among the residents of Watseka, 16 and 17 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 89 males (57.4%) and 116 females (33.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (30.8%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (29.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 89 (57.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 40 (18.9%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 100 (33.9%) | 24 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (28.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 61 (19.6%) | 116 (33.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 29 (13.4%) | 71 (14.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (15.1%) | 55 (15.1%) |
| Total | 345 (19.0%) | 358 (15.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watseka
According to the poverty statistics in Watseka, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 | 57 (100.0%) | 36 (69.2%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 40 (100.0%) | 69 (70.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 80 (100.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 66 (42.6%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 172 (81.1%) | 174 (98.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 195 (66.1%) | 168 (87.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 64 (100.0%) | 115 (71.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 250 (80.4%) | 235 (66.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 188 (86.6%) | 405 (85.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 207 (100.0%) | 311 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 146 (84.9%) | 309 (84.9%) |
| Total | 1,474 (81.0%) | 1,894 (84.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watseka
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Watseka show that 6.0% or 36 of the total 597 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 7.4%, comprising of 36 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 447 (92.5%) | 36 (7.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 100 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 561 (94.0%) | 36 (6.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watseka
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (8.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Watseka
The poverty data for Watseka shows that 36 of the married-couple family households (6.0%) and 24 of the single-parent households (7.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (7.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 36 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 36 (6.0%) | 24 (7.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Watseka
Employment by Class of Employer in Watseka
Among the 1,878 employed individuals in Watseka, private company employees (1,302 | 69.3%), not-for-profit organizations (254 | 13.5%), and local government employees (147 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,302 | 69.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 44 | 2.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 99 | 5.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 254 | 13.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 147 | 7.8% |
| State Government Employees | 3 | 0.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 29 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,878 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Watseka
According to the labor force statistics for Watseka, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,822), 52.4% or 2,003 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 78 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 94.3% or 99 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 35.0% or 42 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 120 (47.2%) | 42 (35.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 298 (91.4%) | 19 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 277 (70.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 99 (94.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 150 (64.1%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 426 (62.6%) | 9 (2.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 157 (56.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 289 (69.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 171 (32.1%) | 8 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,003 (52.4%) | 78 (3.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watseka
According to labor force statistics for Watseka, 66.2% of individuals (1,397) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,111) are in the labor force, with 0.7% or 10 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 90.4% or 264 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.3% or 9 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 159 (42.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 589 (75.9%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 386 (57.5%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 264 (90.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,397 (66.2%) | 15 (0.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Watseka
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watseka are Management (343 | 17.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (129 | 6.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (114 | 5.9%), Architecture & Engineering (114 | 5.9%), and Community & Social Service (105 | 5.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watseka, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (90.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (89.9%), and Health Technologists (85.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 218 (63.6%) | 125 (36.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 5 (25.0%) | 15 (75.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 114 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 114 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 33 (31.4%) | 72 (68.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 3 (9.4%) | 29 (90.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 22 (33.9%) | 43 (66.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 13 (10.1%) | 116 (89.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 6 (14.6%) | 35 (85.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 383 (53.9%) | 328 (46.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 958 (49.8%) | 965 (50.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Watseka are Cleaning & Maintenance (172 | 8.9%), Healthcare Support (98 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (50 | 2.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (35 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Watseka, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (77.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (44.2%), and Personal Care & Service (22.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (78.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (55.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 98 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 27 (77.1%) | 8 (22.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 76 (44.2%) | 96 (55.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 11 (22.0%) | 39 (78.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 114 (32.1%) | 241 (67.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 958 (49.8%) | 965 (50.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Watseka are Sales & Related (153 | 8.0%), and Office & Administration (116 | 6.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 101 (66.0%) | 52 (34.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 44 (37.9%) | 72 (62.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 145 (53.9%) | 124 (46.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 958 (49.8%) | 965 (50.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Watseka are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (65 | 3.4%), Construction & Extraction (32 | 1.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 37 (56.9%) | 28 (43.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 78 (73.6%) | 28 (26.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 958 (49.8%) | 965 (50.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Watseka are Material Moving (350 | 18.2%), Production (68 | 3.5%), and Transportation (64 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 14 (20.6%) | 54 (79.4%) |
| Transportation | 62 (96.9%) | 2 (3.1%) |
| Material Moving | 162 (46.3%) | 188 (53.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 238 (49.4%) | 244 (50.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 958 (49.8%) | 965 (50.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Watseka
Employment Industries in Watseka
The major employment industries in Watseka include Health Care & Social Assistance (441 | 22.9%), Retail Trade (333 | 17.3%), Wholesale Trade (188 | 9.8%), Manufacturing (162 | 8.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (156 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Watseka
The Watseka industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (97.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 16 (41.0%) | 23 (59.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 90 (55.6%) | 72 (44.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 145 (77.1%) | 43 (22.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 202 (60.7%) | 131 (39.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 47 (88.7%) | 6 (11.3%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 10 (11.6%) | 76 (88.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 40 (97.6%) | 1 (2.4%) |
| Educational Services | 56 (56.6%) | 43 (43.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 66 (15.0%) | 375 (85.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 133 (85.3%) | 23 (14.7%) |
| Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 99 (100.0%) |
| Total | 958 (49.8%) | 965 (50.2%) |
Education in Watseka
School Enrollment in Watseka
The most common levels of schooling among the 695 students in Watseka are high school (188 | 27.1%), elementary school (161 | 23.2%), and middle school (160 | 23.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 27 | 3.9% |
| Kindergarten | 41 | 5.9% |
| Elementary School | 161 | 23.2% |
| Middle School | 160 | 23.0% |
| High School | 188 | 27.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 114 | 16.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 4 | 0.6% |
| Total | 695 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watseka
Out of a total of 695 students who are enrolled in schools in Watseka, 27 (3.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 668 (96.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 27 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 202 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 202 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 149 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 199 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 668 (96.1%) | 27 (3.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watseka
Engineering (117 | 25.1%), education (102 | 21.8%), business (66 | 14.1%), science & technology (57 | 12.2%), and liberal arts & history (25 | 5.3%) are the most common fields of study among 467 individuals in Watseka who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 | 1.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 15 | 3.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 6 | 1.3% |
| Psychology | 9 | 1.9% |
| Social Sciences | 10 | 2.1% |
| Engineering | 117 | 25.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 57 | 12.2% |
| Business | 66 | 14.1% |
| Education | 102 | 21.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 13 | 2.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 25 | 5.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 8 | 1.7% |
| Communications | 22 | 4.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 12 | 2.6% |
| Total | 467 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Watseka
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watseka
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Watseka are males with 2 vehicles (319, accounting for 35.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (318, making up 33.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 9 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 178 (19.6%) | 419 (43.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 319 (35.1%) | 318 (33.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 196 (21.6%) | 102 (10.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 206 (22.7%) | 126 (13.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 908 (100.0%) | 965 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Watseka
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Watseka are 5 to 9 minutes (550 commuters, 30.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (245 commuters, 13.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (227 commuters, 12.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 149 | 8.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 550 | 30.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 245 | 13.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 180 | 9.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 227 | 12.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 74 | 4.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 79 | 4.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 82 | 4.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 145 | 7.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 69 | 3.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 34 | 1.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Watseka
The most common commute times in Watseka are 5 to 9 minutes (290 commuters, 32.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (260 commuters, 27.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 35 (3.9%) | 114 (12.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 290 (32.2%) | 260 (27.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 98 (10.9%) | 147 (15.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 111 (12.3%) | 69 (7.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 34 (3.8%) | 193 (20.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 32 (3.5%) | 42 (4.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 61 (6.8%) | 18 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 18 (2.0%) | 64 (6.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 132 (14.6%) | 13 (1.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 69 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 22 (2.4%) | 12 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watseka
The most frequent times of departure to work in Watseka are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (212, 23.5%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (192, 20.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 212 (23.5%) | 19 (2.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 39 (4.3%) | 49 (5.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 61 (6.8%) | 101 (10.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 113 (12.5%) | 12 (1.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 75 (8.3%) | 29 (3.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 86 (9.5%) | 113 (12.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 47 (5.2%) | 145 (15.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 183 (20.3%) | 50 (5.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 145 (15.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (1.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 13 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 44 (4.9%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 13 (1.4%) | 53 (5.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 16 (1.8%) | 192 (20.6%) |
| Total | 902 (100.0%) | 932 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Watseka
Occupancy by Ownership in Watseka
Of the total 1,958 dwellings in Watseka, owner-occupied units account for 1,322 (67.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 636 (32.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,322 | 67.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 636 | 32.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,958 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Watseka
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 798 | 40.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 675 | 34.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 237 | 12.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 248 | 12.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,958 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watseka
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 472 (59.2%) | 326 (40.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 546 (80.9%) | 129 (19.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 123 (51.9%) | 114 (48.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 181 (73.0%) | 67 (27.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,322 (67.5%) | 636 (32.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watseka
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 95 (45.7%) | 113 (54.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 529 (62.5%) | 318 (37.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 421 (69.5%) | 185 (30.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 277 (93.3%) | 20 (6.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watseka
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 240 | 12.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 61 | 3.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 455 | 23.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 520 | 26.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 322 | 16.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 276 | 14.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 84 | 4.3% |
| Total | 1,958 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Watseka
Median Income by Occupancy in Watseka
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,322 (67.5%) | $61,786 |
| Renter-Occupied | 636 (32.5%) | $32,500 |
| Average | 1,958 (100.0%) | $41,774 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watseka
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 21 (1.6%) | 31 (4.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (6.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 58 (4.4%) | 61 (9.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 52 (3.9%) | 56 (8.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 113 (8.6%) | 63 (9.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 178 (13.5%) | 73 (11.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 168 (12.7%) | 159 (25.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 201 (15.2%) | 109 (17.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 235 (17.8%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 231 (17.5%) | 35 (5.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 65 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,322 (100.0%) | 636 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watseka
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 148 (11.2%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 192 (14.5%) | 104 (16.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 310 (23.4%) | 224 (35.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 123 (9.3%) | 171 (26.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 420 (31.8%) | 99 (15.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 81 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 48 (3.6%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,322 (100.0%) | 636 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Watseka
Housing Structures in Watseka
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,387 | 70.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 164 | 8.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 66 | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 62 | 3.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 72 | 3.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 89 | 4.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 118 | 6.0% |
| Total | 1,958 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watseka
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,038 (74.8%) | 349 (25.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 143 (87.2%) | 21 (12.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 32 (36.0%) | 57 (64.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 109 (92.4%) | 9 (7.6%) |
| Total | 1,322 (67.5%) | 636 (32.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watseka
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (4.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 18 (1.4%) | 73 (11.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 351 (26.6%) | 334 (52.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 618 (46.8%) | 194 (30.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 335 (25.3%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,322 (100.0%) | 636 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watseka
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,093 (82.7%) | 316 (49.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 9 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 220 (16.6%) | 320 (50.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,322 (100.0%) | 636 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Watseka
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 18 (1.4%) | 152 (23.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 570 (43.1%) | 353 (55.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 472 (35.7%) | 110 (17.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 262 (19.8%) | 21 (3.3%) |
| Total | 1,322 (100.0%) | 636 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Watseka
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Watseka
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 601 | 721 |
| Median Property Value | $60,300 | $107,300 |
| Median Household Income | $38,021 | $65 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $467 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,601 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watseka
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 205 (34.1%) | 16 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 209 (34.8%) | 295 (40.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 139 (23.1%) | 396 (54.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 8 (1.3%) | 14 (1.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 8 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 32 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 721 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watseka
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 21 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 149 (24.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 96 (16.0%) | 74 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 124 (20.6%) | 82 (11.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 41 (6.8%) | 44 (6.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 131 (21.8%) | 160 (22.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 39 (6.5%) | 104 (14.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 192 (26.6%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 721 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watseka
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 310 (51.6%) | 77,552 (10,756.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 117 (19.5%) | 490 (68.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 38 (6.3%) | 110 (15.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 115 (19.1%) | 16 (2.2%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 721 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watseka
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 164 (27.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 81 (13.5%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 262 (43.6%) | 139 (19.3%) |
| Total | 601 (100.0%) | 721 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Watseka
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watseka
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 162 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 589 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 368 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 487 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 201 (89.7%) | 23 (10.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 629 (95.0%) | 33 (5.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 628 (90.6%) | 65 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 518 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 536 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,118 (97.2%) | 121 (2.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watseka
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 162 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 589 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 368 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watseka
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 558 (93.8%) | 37 (6.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 934 (94.1%) | 59 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 746 (97.9%) | 16 (2.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 465 (98.1%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,402 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watseka
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 97 (59.9%) | 65 (40.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 511 (86.8%) | 118 (20.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 186 (50.5%) | 182 (49.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 129 (26.5%) | 358 (73.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 130 (58.0%) | 71 (31.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 306 (46.2%) | 389 (58.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 173 (25.0%) | 481 (69.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 487 (94.0%) | 192 (37.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 536 (100.0%) | 357 (66.6%) |
| Total | 2,555 (60.3%) | 2,213 (52.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watseka
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 132 (32.4%) | 24 (14.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 127 (25.1%) | 20 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 204 (34.5%) | 253 (25.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 48 (23.2%) | 65 (20.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 93 (54.1%) | 235 (64.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Watseka
Disability Class: Hearing 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 33 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (5.8%) | 38 (12.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (42.4%) | 23 (6.3%) |
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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (6.1%) | 16 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (1.5%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (12.2%) | 32 (8.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 132 (32.4%) | 24 (14.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 127 (25.1%) | 20 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 58 (9.8%) | 43 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (5.3%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4 (2.3%) | 65 (17.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 86 (14.5%) | 233 (23.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (15.5%) | 29 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 66 (38.4%) | 218 (59.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 95 (16.1%) | 26 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (10.6%) | 11 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (9.3%) | 100 (27.5%) |
Technology Access in Watseka
Computing Device Access in Watseka
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,200 | 61.3% |
| Smartphone | 1,557 | 79.5% |
| Tablet | 899 | 45.9% |
| No Computing Device | 262 | 13.4% |
| Total | 1,958 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Watseka
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,199 | 61.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 231 | 11.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 171 | 8.7% |
| No Internet | 406 | 20.7% |
| Total | 1,958 | 100.0% |
Watseka Summary
Watseka is a city located in Iroquois County, Illinois, United States. The population was 5,255 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Iroquois County.
History
Watseka was founded in 1834 by William Watseka, a Potawatomi Indian who had been granted a tract of land in the area by the United States government. The city was named after him. The first post office was established in 1837.
In 1854, the Illinois Central Railroad was built through Watseka, connecting it to Chicago and other cities. This helped to spur the growth of the city, and by 1860, the population had grown to 1,000.
In 1867 Watseka was incorporated as a village In 1873 it was incorporated as a city
Geography
Watseka is located at 40°59′N 87°44′W (40.983, -87.735). According to the 2010 census, Watseka has a total area of 3.9 square miles (10.1 km2), all land.
Economy
Watseka's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including Watseka Foods, Watseka Plastics, and Watseka Metal Products.
The city is also home to several retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Dollar General, and a Family Dollar.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,255 people, 2,093 households, and 1,372 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,346.2 people per square mile (520.2/km2). There were 2,309 housing units at an average density of 590.2 per square mile (228.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 2,093 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.2% were married couples living together, 12.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.03.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,964 versus $21,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Watseka?
Total Population of Watseka is 4,361.
What is the Total Male Population of Watseka?
Total Male Population of Watseka is 1,999.
What is the Total Female Population of Watseka?
Total Female Population of Watseka is 2,362.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Watseka?
There are 84.63 Males per 100 Females in Watseka.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Watseka?
There are 118.16 Females per 100 Males in Watseka.
What is the Median Population Age in Watseka?
Median Population Age in Watseka is 50.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Watseka
Average Family Size in Watseka is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Watseka
Average Household Size in Watseka is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Watseka?
Per Capita income in Watseka is $26,131.
What is the Median Family Income in Watseka?
Median Family Income in Watseka is $62,583.
What is the Median Household income in Watseka?
Median Household Income in Watseka is $41,774.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Watseka?
Income or Wage Gap in Watseka is 10.7%.
Women in Watseka earn 89.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Watseka?
Inequality or Gini Index in Watseka is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Watseka?
There are 2,003 People in the Labor Forcein in Watseka.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Watseka?
52.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Watseka.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Watseka?
Unemployment Rate in Watseka is 3.9%.