Walpole, MA
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Walpole Overview
6,373
TOTAL POPULATION
2,996
MALE POPULATION
3,377
FEMALE POPULATION
88.72
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$64,903
PER CAPITA INCOME
$155,404
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$121,210
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,563
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Walpole Zip Codes
Race in Walpole
The most populous races in Walpole are White / Caucasian (5,794 | 90.9%), Asian (319 | 5.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (205 | 3.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 319 | 5.0% |
| Black / African American | 110 | 1.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 205 | 3.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 26 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,794 | 90.9% |
| Two or more Races | 76 | 1.2% |
| Some other Race | 48 | 0.7% |
| Total | 6,373 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Walpole
The most populous ancestries reported in Walpole are Irish (2,406 | 37.8%), English (864 | 13.6%), Italian (846 | 13.3%), German (413 | 6.5%), and French Canadian (344 | 5.4%), together accounting for 76.5% of all Walpole residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 30 | 0.5% |
| Albanian | 111 | 1.7% |
| American | 82 | 1.3% |
| Arab | 201 | 3.2% |
| Armenian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 27 | 0.4% |
| Bhutanese | 40 | 0.6% |
| Canadian | 29 | 0.5% |
| Central American | 15 | 0.2% |
| Central American Indian | 15 | 0.2% |
| Chilean | 31 | 0.5% |
| Colombian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 39 | 0.6% |
| Cuban | 34 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 6 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 24 | 0.4% |
| English | 864 | 13.6% |
| European | 6 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 44 | 0.7% |
| French | 299 | 4.7% |
| French Canadian | 344 | 5.4% |
| German | 413 | 6.5% |
| Greek | 141 | 2.2% |
| Guatemalan | 15 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 11 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 43 | 0.7% |
| Inupiat | 11 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 2,406 | 37.8% |
| Italian | 846 | 13.3% |
| Korean | 18 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 181 | 2.8% |
| Lithuanian | 38 | 0.6% |
| Mexican | 11 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 99 | 1.5% |
| Pakistani | 19 | 0.3% |
| Peruvian | 98 | 1.5% |
| Polish | 140 | 2.2% |
| Portuguese | 162 | 2.5% |
| Romanian | 11 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 58 | 0.9% |
| Scotch-Irish | 79 | 1.2% |
| Scottish | 224 | 3.5% |
| South American | 145 | 2.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 21 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 77 | 1.2% |
| Swedish | 188 | 2.9% |
| Swiss | 25 | 0.4% |
| Syrian | 15 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 212 | 3.3% |
| Ugandan | 44 | 0.7% |
| Ukrainian | 28 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 32 | 0.5% | View All 52 Rows |
Immigrants in Walpole
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Walpole came from Europe (249 | 3.9%), Asia (232 | 3.6%), India (114 | 1.8%), South Central Asia (114 | 1.8%), and Ireland (110 | 1.7%), together accounting for 12.9% of all Walpole residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 63 | 1.0% |
| Asia | 232 | 3.6% |
| Canada | 10 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 34 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 15 | 0.2% |
| Chile | 14 | 0.2% |
| China | 22 | 0.4% |
| Colombia | 9 | 0.1% |
| Croatia | 39 | 0.6% |
| Cuba | 34 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 33 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 31 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 64 | 1.0% |
| Europe | 249 | 3.9% |
| Greece | 65 | 1.0% |
| Guatemala | 15 | 0.2% |
| India | 114 | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 110 | 1.7% |
| Israel | 16 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 10 | 0.2% |
| Japan | 9 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 99 | 1.5% |
| Lebanon | 52 | 0.8% |
| Northern Europe | 110 | 1.7% |
| Peru | 27 | 0.4% |
| Poland | 10 | 0.2% |
| Russia | 15 | 0.2% |
| South America | 50 | 0.8% |
| South Central Asia | 114 | 1.8% |
| South Eastern Asia | 19 | 0.3% |
| Southern Europe | 75 | 1.2% |
| Thailand | 19 | 0.3% |
| Uganda | 33 | 0.5% |
| Western Asia | 68 | 1.1% | View All 34 Rows |
Sex and Age in Walpole
Sex and Age in Walpole
The most populous age groups in Walpole are Under 5 Years (334 | 11.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (516 | 15.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 334 (11.2%) | 156 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 228 (7.6%) | 90 (2.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 197 (6.6%) | 111 (3.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 235 (7.8%) | 130 (3.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 92 (3.1%) | 72 (2.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 212 (7.1%) | 219 (6.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 239 (8.0%) | 306 (9.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 80 (2.7%) | 145 (4.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 47 (1.6%) | 59 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 233 (7.8%) | 201 (5.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 246 (8.2%) | 316 (9.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 202 (6.7%) | 516 (15.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 295 (9.9%) | 183 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 54 (1.8%) | 96 (2.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 81 (2.7%) | 247 (7.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 88 (2.9%) | 231 (6.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 42 (1.4%) | 159 (4.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 91 (3.0%) | 140 (4.2%) |
| Total | 2,996 (100.0%) | 3,377 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Walpole
Median Family Size in Walpole
The median family size in Walpole is 3.09 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,306 | 78.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.23 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (50 | 3.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.20 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,306 (78.6%) | 3.23 |
| Single Male/Father | 50 (3.0%) | 2.20 |
| Single Female/Mother | 305 (18.4%) | 2.65 |
| Total Families | 1,661 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Median Household Size in Walpole
The median household size in Walpole is 2.38 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,306 | 48.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.27 persons per household. non-family households (1,015 | 37.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,306 (48.8%) | 3.27 |
| Single Male/Father | 50 (1.9%) | 2.20 |
| Single Female/Mother | 305 (11.4%) | 2.79 |
| Non-family | 1,015 (37.9%) | 1.13 |
| Total Households | 2,676 (100.0%) | 2.38 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Walpole
Out of a total of 2,676 households in Walpole, 1,661 (62.1%) are family households, while 1,015 (37.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 602, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 886.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 886 (33.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 602 (22.5%) | 129 (4.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 401 (15.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 464 (17.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 194 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,661 (62.1%) | 1,015 (37.9%) |
Female Fertility in Walpole
Fertility by Age in Walpole
Average fertility rate in Walpole is 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 104.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 92.5% 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 | 62 (92.5%) | 104.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (7.5%) | 10.0 |
| Total | 67 (100.0%) | 55.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Walpole
47.8% of women with births (67) in Walpole are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 56.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 27 (43.5%) | 35 (56.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 32 (47.8%) | 35 (52.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Walpole
| 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 | 35 (52.2%) | 226.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27 (40.3%) | 50.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 5 (7.5%) | 15.0 |
| Total | 67 (100.0%) | 55.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Walpole
52.2% of women with births in Walpole are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 32 (47.8%) | 35 (52.2%) |
Income in Walpole
Income Overview in Walpole
Per Capita Income in Walpole is $64,903, while median incomes of families and households are $155,404 and $121,210 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,373 | $64,903 |
| Median Family Income | 1,661 | $155,404 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,661 | $199,497 |
| Median Household Income | 2,676 | $121,210 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,676 | $154,399 |
| Income Deficit | 1,661 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,373 | 19.96% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,373 | 80.04¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,373 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Walpole
Average Earnings in Walpole are $73,473, $84,886 for men and $67,946 for women, a difference of 20.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,686 (46.5%) | $84,886 |
| Female | 1,937 (53.5%) | $67,946 |
| Total | 3,623 (100.0%) | $73,473 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Walpole
The most common earnings brackets in Walpole are $100,000+ for men (739 | 43.8%) and $100,000+ for women (521 | 26.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 55 (3.3%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 71 (4.2%) | 35 (1.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 40 (2.4%) | 55 (2.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 28 (1.7%) | 46 (2.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 5 (0.3%) | 14 (0.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 17 (1.0%) | 32 (1.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 26 (1.5%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 83 (4.9%) | 112 (5.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 11 (0.6%) | 87 (4.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 37 (2.2%) | 131 (6.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 84 (5.0%) | 54 (2.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 74 (4.4%) | 131 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 47 (2.8%) | 64 (3.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 30 (1.8%) | 147 (7.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 126 (7.5%) | 206 (10.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 207 (12.3%) | 270 (13.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 739 (43.8%) | 521 (26.9%) |
| Total | 1,686 (100.0%) | 1,937 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Walpole
Average earnings in Walpole are $93,784 for men and $68,857 for women, a difference of 26.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $159,615, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $41,400. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $93,262, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $46,389.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,400 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $50,750 | $0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $85,682 | $46,389 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $115,714 | $65,703 |
| Graduate Degree | $159,615 | $93,262 |
| Total | $93,784 | $68,857 |
Family Income in Walpole
Family Income Brackets in Walpole
According to the Walpole family income data, there are 618 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 37.2% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 22 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 35 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 38 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 22 | 1.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 47 | 2.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 76 | 4.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 50 | 3.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 166 | 10.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 326 | 19.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 284 | 17.1% |
| $200,000+ | 618 | 37.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Walpole
4-person families (431 | 26.0%) account for the highest median family income in Walpole with $250,001 per family, while 4-person families (431 | 26.0%) have the highest median income of $62,500 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 656 (39.5%) | $120,726 |
| 3-Person Families | 384 (23.1%) | $154,438 |
| 4-Person Families | 431 (26.0%) | $250,001 |
| 5-Person Families | 190 (11.4%) | $144,241 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,661 (100.0%) | $155,404 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Walpole
The median family income in Walpole is $155,404, with families comprising 3+ earners (306) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (232) have the lowest median family income of $41,971, accounting for 18.4% and 14.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 232 (14.0%) | $41,971 |
| 1 Earner | 456 (27.5%) | $122,097 |
| 2 Earners | 667 (40.2%) | $225,547 |
| 3+ Earners | 306 (18.4%) | $250,001 |
| Total | 1,661 (100.0%) | $155,404 |
Household Income in Walpole
Household Income Brackets in Walpole
With 690 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Walpole, accounting for 25.8% of all households. In contrast, only 62 households (2.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 62 | 2.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 91 | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 115 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 158 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 198 | 7.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 217 | 8.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 348 | 13.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 460 | 17.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 337 | 12.6% |
| $200,000+ | 690 | 25.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Walpole
The median household income in Walpole is $121,210, with the highest median household income of $150,417 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,301 households (48.6%) fall into this category.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 482 (18.0%) | $138,889 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,301 (48.6%) | $150,417 |
| 65+ Years | 893 (33.4%) | $51,250 |
| Total | 2,676 (100.0%) | $121,210 |
Poverty in Walpole
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Walpole
With 6.1% poverty level for males and 7.1% for females among the residents of Walpole, under 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 59 males (20.6%) and 56 females (59.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 59 (20.6%) | 16 (10.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 27 (9.6%) | 56 (59.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 65 (14.4%) | 60 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (6.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 17 (3.5%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (5.9%) | 60 (11.3%) |
| Total | 181 (6.1%) | 241 (7.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Walpole
According to the poverty statistics in Walpole, males aged 5 years and females aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 228 (79.4%) | 140 (89.7%) |
| 5 Years | 28 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 254 (90.4%) | 39 (41.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 116 (100.0%) | 96 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 70 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 102 (100.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 155 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 386 (85.6%) | 465 (88.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 127 (100.0%) | 190 (93.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 462 (96.5%) | 515 (99.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 497 (100.0%) | 666 (95.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 135 (100.0%) | 343 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 208 (94.1%) | 470 (88.7%) |
| Total | 2,768 (93.9%) | 3,136 (92.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Walpole
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Walpole show that 4.0% or 52 of the total 1,306 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 27.7%, comprising of 39 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 | 666 (98.1%) | 13 (1.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 486 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 102 (72.3%) | 39 (27.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,254 (96.0%) | 52 (4.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Walpole
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (27.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (11.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Walpole
The poverty data for Walpole shows that 52 of the married-couple family households (4.0%) and 35 of the single-parent households (9.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (27.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 household (25.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 13 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (25.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 39 (27.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 52 (4.0%) | 35 (9.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Walpole
Employment by Class of Employer in Walpole
Among the 3,266 employed individuals in Walpole, private company employees (2,129 | 65.2%), not-for-profit organizations (413 | 12.7%), and local government employees (333 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,129 | 65.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 149 | 4.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 116 | 3.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 413 | 12.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 333 | 10.2% |
| State Government Employees | 94 | 2.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 32 | 1.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,266 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Walpole
According to the labor force statistics for Walpole, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,187), 68.7% or 3,563 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 118 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 95.7% or 953 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 36.4% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 56 (19.0%) | 5 (8.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 121 (73.8%) | 44 (36.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 409 (94.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 472 (86.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 223 (67.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 953 (95.7%) | 27 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 642 (89.4%) | 14 (2.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 448 (93.7%) | 26 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 176 (36.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,563 (68.7%) | 118 (3.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Walpole
According to labor force statistics for Walpole, 89.9% of individuals (3,146) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,499) are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 66 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 91.8% or 2,127 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.5% or 27 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 50 (82.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 256 (74.9%) | 36 (10.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 714 (91.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,127 (91.8%) | 44 (1.9%) |
| Total | 3,146 (89.9%) | 73 (2.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Walpole
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Walpole are Management (650 | 18.9%), Community & Social Service (572 | 16.6%), Education Instruction & Library (361 | 10.5%), Business & Financial (267 | 7.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (243 | 7.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Walpole, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (92.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (91.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Business & Financial (83.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 260 (40.0%) | 390 (60.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 44 (16.5%) | 223 (83.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 224 (92.2%) | 19 (7.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 139 (91.4%) | 13 (8.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 24 (80.0%) | 6 (20.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 107 (18.7%) | 465 (81.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 108 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 17 (43.6%) | 22 (56.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 64 (17.7%) | 297 (82.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 26 (40.6%) | 38 (59.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 40 (16.7%) | 200 (83.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 40 (19.0%) | 171 (81.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 675 (34.2%) | 1,297 (65.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,574 (45.7%) | 1,874 (54.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Walpole are Personal Care & Service (181 | 5.2%), Security & Protection (112 | 3.3%), Law Enforcement (104 | 3.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (67 | 1.9%), and Healthcare Support (62 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Walpole, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Security & Protection (83.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (92.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (40.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 94 (83.9%) | 18 (16.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 86 (82.7%) | 18 (17.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 19 (59.4%) | 13 (40.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 13 (7.2%) | 168 (92.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 193 (42.5%) | 261 (57.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,574 (45.7%) | 1,874 (54.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Walpole are Office & Administration (452 | 13.1%), and Sales & Related (285 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 222 (77.9%) | 63 (22.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 218 (48.2%) | 234 (51.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 440 (59.7%) | 297 (40.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,574 (45.7%) | 1,874 (54.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Walpole are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (114 | 3.3%), and Construction & Extraction (82 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 114 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 196 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,574 (45.7%) | 1,874 (54.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Walpole are Production (47 | 1.4%), Transportation (26 | 0.7%), and Material Moving (16 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 16 (61.5%) | 10 (38.5%) |
| Material Moving | 7 (43.8%) | 9 (56.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 70 (78.6%) | 19 (21.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,574 (45.7%) | 1,874 (54.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Walpole
Employment Industries in Walpole
The major employment industries in Walpole include Health Care & Social Assistance (701 | 20.3%), Educational Services (383 | 11.1%), Professional & Scientific (320 | 9.3%), Retail Trade (280 | 8.1%), and Finance & Insurance (255 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Walpole
The Walpole industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (82.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (93.1%), Educational Services (82.8%), and Administrative & Support (56.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 182 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 151 (82.1%) | 33 (17.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 41 (60.3%) | 27 (39.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 157 (56.1%) | 123 (43.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 102 (82.3%) | 22 (17.7%) |
| Utilities | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 23 (43.4%) | 30 (56.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 181 (71.0%) | 74 (29.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 49 (56.3%) | 38 (43.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 165 (51.6%) | 155 (48.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 85 (43.1%) | 112 (56.9%) |
| Educational Services | 66 (17.2%) | 317 (82.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 48 (6.9%) | 653 (93.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 50 (61.7%) | 31 (38.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 80 (59.7%) | 54 (40.3%) |
| Public Administration | 111 (52.6%) | 100 (47.4%) |
| Total | 1,574 (45.7%) | 1,874 (54.3%) |
Education in Walpole
School Enrollment in Walpole
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,274 students in Walpole are high school (421 | 33.1%), elementary school (358 | 28.1%), and nursery / preschool (176 | 13.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 176 | 13.8% |
| Kindergarten | 40 | 3.1% |
| Elementary School | 358 | 28.1% |
| Middle School | 159 | 12.5% |
| High School | 421 | 33.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 82 | 6.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 38 | 3.0% |
| Total | 1,274 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Walpole
Out of a total of 1,274 students who are enrolled in schools in Walpole, 259 (20.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,015 (79.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 35 (77.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 28 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 59 (35.1%) | 109 (64.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 303 (95.3%) | 15 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 273 (88.6%) | 35 (11.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 174 (86.6%) | 27 (13.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 141 (86.0%) | 23 (14.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 10 (22.2%) | 35 (77.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 27 (64.3%) | 15 (35.7%) |
| Total | 1,015 (79.7%) | 259 (20.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Walpole
Business (395 | 13.7%), psychology (309 | 10.7%), science & technology (293 | 10.2%), education (288 | 10.0%), and social sciences (231 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,877 individuals in Walpole who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 155 | 5.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 225 | 7.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 35 | 1.2% |
| Psychology | 309 | 10.7% |
| Social Sciences | 231 | 8.0% |
| Engineering | 165 | 5.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 25 | 0.9% |
| Science & Technology | 293 | 10.2% |
| Business | 395 | 13.7% |
| Education | 288 | 10.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 125 | 4.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 120 | 4.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 119 | 4.1% |
| Communications | 166 | 5.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 226 | 7.9% |
| Total | 2,877 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Walpole
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Walpole
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Walpole are males with 2 vehicles (777, accounting for 50.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (656, making up 45.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 248 (16.1%) | 419 (24.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 777 (50.3%) | 656 (38.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 253 (16.4%) | 258 (15.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 189 (12.2%) | 323 (18.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 78 (5.1%) | 65 (3.8%) |
| Total | 1,545 (100.0%) | 1,721 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Walpole
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Walpole are 30 to 34 minutes (514 commuters, 18.7%), 45 to 59 minutes (379 commuters, 13.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (334 commuters, 12.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 122 | 4.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 121 | 4.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 158 | 5.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 334 | 12.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 108 | 3.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 149 | 5.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 514 | 18.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 144 | 5.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 123 | 4.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 379 | 13.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 285 | 10.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 306 | 11.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Walpole
The most common commute times in Walpole are 45 to 59 minutes (229 commuters, 17.8%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (319 commuters, 21.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 72 (5.6%) | 50 (3.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 35 (2.7%) | 86 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 36 (2.8%) | 122 (8.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 144 (11.2%) | 190 (13.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 84 (6.6%) | 24 (1.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 76 (5.9%) | 73 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 195 (15.2%) | 319 (21.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 96 (7.5%) | 48 (3.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 18 (1.4%) | 105 (7.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 229 (17.8%) | 150 (10.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 171 (13.3%) | 114 (7.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 127 (9.9%) | 179 (12.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Walpole
The most frequent times of departure to work in Walpole are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (215, 16.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (345, 23.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 57 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 65 (5.1%) | 16 (1.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 30 (2.3%) | 108 (7.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 139 (10.8%) | 84 (5.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 93 (7.2%) | 255 (17.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 215 (16.8%) | 345 (23.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 104 (8.1%) | 196 (13.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 135 (10.5%) | 119 (8.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 55 (4.3%) | 77 (5.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 116 (8.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 164 (12.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 57 (4.4%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 111 (8.6%) | 78 (5.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 58 (4.5%) | 53 (3.6%) |
| Total | 1,283 (100.0%) | 1,460 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Walpole
Occupancy by Ownership in Walpole
Of the total 2,676 dwellings in Walpole, owner-occupied units account for 2,165 (80.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 511 (19.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,165 | 80.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 511 | 19.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,676 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Walpole
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 886 | 33.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 731 | 27.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 401 | 15.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 658 | 24.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,676 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Walpole
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 625 (70.5%) | 261 (29.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 600 (82.1%) | 131 (17.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 321 (80.0%) | 80 (20.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 619 (94.1%) | 39 (5.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,165 (80.9%) | 511 (19.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Walpole
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 6 (60.0%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 271 (59.8%) | 182 (40.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 542 (71.9%) | 212 (28.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,346 (92.2%) | 113 (7.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Walpole
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 321 | 12.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 161 | 6.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 594 | 22.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 707 | 26.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 355 | 13.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 368 | 13.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 170 | 6.4% |
| Total | 2,676 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Walpole
Median Income by Occupancy in Walpole
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,165 (80.9%) | $143,891 |
| Renter-Occupied | 511 (19.1%) | $0 |
| Average | 2,676 (100.0%) | $121,210 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Walpole
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 19 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 30 (1.4%) | 12 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 32 (1.5%) | 60 (11.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 6 (0.3%) | 75 (14.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 17 (0.8%) | 18 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 64 (3.0%) | 93 (18.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 170 (7.9%) | 28 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 170 (7.9%) | 47 (9.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 271 (12.5%) | 78 (15.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 371 (17.1%) | 89 (17.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,015 (46.9%) | 11 (2.1%) |
| Total | 2,165 (100.0%) | 511 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Walpole
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (6.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 143 (6.6%) | 72 (14.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 209 (9.7%) | 12 (2.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 493 (22.8%) | 55 (10.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 174 (8.0%) | 125 (24.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 226 (10.4%) | 64 (12.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 244 (11.3%) | 36 (7.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 676 (31.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,165 (100.0%) | 511 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Walpole
Housing Structures in Walpole
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,406 | 52.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 559 | 20.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 197 | 7.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 94 | 3.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 265 | 9.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 155 | 5.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,676 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Walpole
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,343 (95.5%) | 63 (4.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 534 (95.5%) | 25 (4.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 94 (47.7%) | 103 (52.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 16 (17.0%) | 78 (83.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 124 (46.8%) | 141 (53.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 54 (34.8%) | 101 (65.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,165 (80.9%) | 511 (19.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Walpole
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (9.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 84 (3.9%) | 165 (32.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 497 (23.0%) | 181 (35.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 839 (38.8%) | 62 (12.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 745 (34.4%) | 55 (10.8%) |
| Total | 2,165 (100.0%) | 511 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Walpole
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,117 (51.6%) | 229 (44.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 36 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 223 (10.3%) | 167 (32.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 746 (34.5%) | 115 (22.5%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 43 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,165 (100.0%) | 511 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Walpole
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 73 (3.4%) | 25 (4.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 686 (31.7%) | 260 (50.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 879 (40.6%) | 226 (44.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 527 (24.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,165 (100.0%) | 511 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Walpole
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Walpole
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 746 | 1,419 |
| Median Property Value | $440,900 | $586,800 |
| Median Household Income | $73,846 | $851 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,095 | $676 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $6,414 | $49 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Walpole
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (3.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 40 (5.4%) | 40 (2.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 496 (66.5%) | 355 (25.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 189 (25.3%) | 615 (43.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 21 (2.8%) | 235 (16.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (5.1%) |
| Total | 746 (100.0%) | 1,419 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Walpole
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 49 (6.6%) | 83 (5.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 42 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 41 (5.5%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 122 (16.4%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 125 (16.8%) | 48 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 76 (10.2%) | 45 (3.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 127 (17.0%) | 195 (13.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 164 (22.0%) | 244 (17.2%) |
| Total | 746 (100.0%) | 1,419 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Walpole
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 50 (6.7%) | 164,120 (11,565.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 169 (22.7%) | 264 (18.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 38 (5.1%) | 507 (35.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 489 (65.5%) | 254 (17.9%) |
| Total | 746 (100.0%) | 1,419 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Walpole
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 746 (100.0%) | 15 (1.1%) |
| Total | 746 (100.0%) | 1,419 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Walpole
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Walpole
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 528 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 936 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 328 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 773 (93.2%) | 56 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 331 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 996 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,137 (95.1%) | 59 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 478 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 751 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,258 (98.2%) | 115 (1.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Walpole
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 528 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 936 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 328 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Walpole
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 533 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 502 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 266 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 677 (92.4%) | 56 (7.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,278 (98.6%) | 59 (1.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Walpole
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 142 (26.9%) | 431 (81.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 129 (13.8%) | 893 (95.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 46 (14.0%) | 317 (96.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 151 (18.2%) | 685 (82.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 20 (6.0%) | 317 (95.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 58 (5.8%) | 955 (95.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 81 (6.8%) | 1,090 (91.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 426 (89.1%) | 377 (78.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 726 (96.7%) | 464 (61.8%) |
| Total | 1,779 (27.9%) | 5,529 (86.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Walpole
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 63 (10.5%) | 6 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 48 (7.9%) | 23 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 83 (7.5%) | 116 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (25.9%) | 38 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 44 (19.9%) | 172 (32.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Walpole
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 | 17 (1.5%) | 88 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (14.8%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 44 (19.9%) | 43 (8.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 17 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 19 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (6.3%) | 29 (5.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 29 (4.9%) | 6 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 48 (7.9%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (1.2%) | 16 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (13.6%) | 59 (11.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 17 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 38 (3.5%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (8.2%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (5.0%) | 136 (25.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 17 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 33 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (11.1%) |
Technology Access in Walpole
Computing Device Access in Walpole
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,280 | 85.2% |
| Smartphone | 2,331 | 87.1% |
| Tablet | 1,847 | 69.0% |
| No Computing Device | 107 | 4.0% |
| Total | 2,676 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Walpole
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,305 | 86.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 199 | 7.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 10 | 0.4% |
| No Internet | 168 | 6.3% |
| Total | 2,676 | 100.0% |
Walpole Summary
Walpole, Massachusetts is a town located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It is situated about 20 miles southwest of Boston and is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the town had a population of 24,070.
History
The area that is now Walpole was first settled in 1659 by a group of English settlers led by William Paine. The town was officially incorporated in 1724 and was named after Sir Robert Walpole, the first Prime Minister of Great Britain.
In the late 18th century, Walpole was a major center for the production of shoes and leather goods. The town was also home to several mills, including a paper mill, a grist mill, and a saw mill.
In the 19th century, Walpole became a popular summer resort for wealthy Bostonians. The town was also home to several large estates, including the estate of the prominent Boston merchant, John Amory Lowell.
Geography
Walpole is located at 42°9'45" North, 71°14'45" West (42.1625, -71.2458). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 15.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water.
The town is bordered by the towns of Norwood, Westwood, Sharon, Foxborough, and Medfield. The Charles River forms the eastern boundary of the town.
Economy
The economy of Walpole is largely based on retail and services. The town is home to several large retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Home Depot, and a Target. There are also several smaller retail stores and restaurants located in the town.
The town is also home to several industrial and manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a plastics manufacturer, and a printing company.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 24,070 people, 8,845 households, and 6,541 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,509.3 people per square mile. There were 9,093 housing units at an average density of 571.2 per square mile.
The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 1.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 1.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.9% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 8,845 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.2% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.2% were non-families. 22.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.19.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.7 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $76,837, and the median income for a family was $90,945. Males had a median income of $60,945 versus $41,818 for females. The per capita income for the town was $33,945. About 2.3% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.2% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Walpole?
Total Population of Walpole is 6,373.
What is the Total Male Population of Walpole?
Total Male Population of Walpole is 2,996.
What is the Total Female Population of Walpole?
Total Female Population of Walpole is 3,377.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Walpole?
There are 88.72 Males per 100 Females in Walpole.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Walpole?
There are 112.72 Females per 100 Males in Walpole.
What is the Median Population Age in Walpole?
Median Population Age in Walpole is 47.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Walpole
Average Family Size in Walpole is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Walpole
Average Household Size in Walpole is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Walpole?
Per Capita income in Walpole is $64,903.
What is the Median Family Income in Walpole?
Median Family Income in Walpole is $155,404.
What is the Median Household income in Walpole?
Median Household Income in Walpole is $121,210.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Walpole?
Income or Wage Gap in Walpole is 20.0%.
Women in Walpole earn 80.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Walpole?
Inequality or Gini Index in Walpole is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Walpole?
There are 3,563 People in the Labor Forcein in Walpole.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Walpole?
68.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Walpole.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Walpole?
Unemployment Rate in Walpole is 3.3%.