Tuscola County, MI
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Tuscola County Overview
53,218
TOTAL POPULATION
27,048
MALE POPULATION
26,170
FEMALE POPULATION
103.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.75
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,698
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,920
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$59,815
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,220
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
24,380
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Tuscola County
The most populous races in Tuscola County are White / Caucasian (50,123 | 94.2%), Hispanic or Latino (2,020 | 3.8%), and Two or more Races (1,757 | 3.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 262 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 662 | 1.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,020 | 3.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 173 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 50,123 | 94.2% |
| Two or more Races | 1,757 | 3.3% |
| Some other Race | 239 | 0.4% |
| Total | 53,218 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Tuscola County
The most populous ancestries reported in Tuscola County are German (15,354 | 28.8%), English (5,841 | 11.0%), Irish (5,268 | 9.9%), Polish (4,670 | 8.8%), and American (2,618 | 4.9%), together accounting for 63.4% of all Tuscola County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 34 | 0.1% |
| Albanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| American | 2,618 | 4.9% |
| Apache | 16 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 67 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 161 | 0.3% |
| Bangladeshi | 4 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 187 | 0.4% |
| Blackfeet | 22 | 0.0% |
| British | 387 | 0.7% |
| Bulgarian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 53 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 230 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central American Indian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 92 | 0.2% |
| Chippewa | 203 | 0.4% |
| Cree | 2 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 177 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 115 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 64 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 115 | 0.2% |
| Delaware | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 862 | 1.6% |
| Eastern European | 63 | 0.1% |
| English | 5,841 | 11.0% |
| European | 539 | 1.0% |
| Finnish | 229 | 0.4% |
| French | 2,417 | 4.5% |
| French American Indian | 11 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 900 | 1.7% |
| German | 15,354 | 28.8% |
| Ghanaian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 72 | 0.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 20 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 584 | 1.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 89 | 0.2% |
| Inupiat | 7 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 5,268 | 9.9% |
| Iroquois | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,170 | 2.2% |
| Jamaican | 72 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 107 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 20 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 50 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Maltese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,679 | 3.2% |
| Mexican American Indian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 44 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 33 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 151 | 0.3% |
| Osage | 6 | 0.0% |
| Ottawa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 4 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 53 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 4,670 | 8.8% |
| Portuguese | 21 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 25 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 71 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 336 | 0.6% |
| Scandinavian | 110 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 349 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 1,188 | 2.2% |
| Serbian | 22 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 9 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 32 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 17 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 7 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 36 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 19 | 0.0% |
| Spanish American Indian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 23 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 47 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 359 | 0.7% |
| Swiss | 59 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 21 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 98 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 206 | 0.4% |
| Yaqui | 7 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 41 | 0.1% | View All 88 Rows |
Immigrants in Tuscola County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Tuscola County came from Latin America (161 | 0.3%), Europe (147 | 0.3%), Asia (134 | 0.3%), Caribbean (96 | 0.2%), and Cuba (96 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.2% of all Tuscola County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 13 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 134 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 60 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 96 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 65 | 0.1% |
| China | 53 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 96 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 86 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 24 | 0.1% |
| England | 38 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 147 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 54 | 0.1% |
| Ghana | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 3 | 0.0% |
| India | 13 | 0.0% |
| Iraq | 6 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 7 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 33 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 4 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 161 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 31 | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | 15 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 45 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 31 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 20 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 14 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 13 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 29 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 9 | 0.0% |
| Spain | 6 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 49 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 10 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 69 | 0.1% | View All 37 Rows |
Sex and Age in Tuscola County
Sex and Age in Tuscola County
The most populous age groups in Tuscola County are 60 to 64 Years (2,409 | 8.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (2,118 | 8.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,425 (5.3%) | 1,241 (4.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,545 (5.7%) | 1,305 (5.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,640 (6.1%) | 1,558 (5.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,720 (6.4%) | 1,441 (5.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,483 (5.5%) | 1,375 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,601 (5.9%) | 1,460 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,473 (5.4%) | 1,441 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,681 (6.2%) | 1,462 (5.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,460 (5.4%) | 1,454 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,640 (6.1%) | 1,549 (5.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,813 (6.7%) | 1,803 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,926 (7.1%) | 2,000 (7.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,409 (8.9%) | 2,118 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,669 (6.2%) | 1,776 (6.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,550 (5.7%) | 1,528 (5.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 975 (3.6%) | 1,117 (4.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 542 (2.0%) | 707 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 496 (1.8%) | 835 (3.2%) |
| Total | 27,048 (100.0%) | 26,170 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Tuscola County
Median Family Size in Tuscola County
The median family size in Tuscola County is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (10,871 | 78.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,207 | 8.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.72 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,871 (78.3%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,207 (8.7%) | 2.72 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,812 (13.1%) | 2.92 |
| Total Families | 13,890 (100.0%) | 2.98 |
Median Household Size in Tuscola County
The median household size in Tuscola County is 2.43 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,207 | 5.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (7,628 | 35.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.25 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,871 (50.5%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,207 (5.6%) | 3.19 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,812 (8.4%) | 3.15 |
| Non-family | 7,628 (35.4%) | 1.25 |
| Total Households | 21,518 (100.0%) | 2.43 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Tuscola County
Out of a total of 21,518 households in Tuscola County, 13,890 (64.5%) are family households, while 7,628 (35.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 6,980, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,508.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 6,508 (30.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 6,980 (32.4%) | 927 (4.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,946 (13.7%) | 109 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,344 (10.9%) | 45 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,073 (5.0%) | 39 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 295 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 252 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,890 (64.5%) | 7,628 (35.4%) |
Female Fertility in Tuscola County
Fertility by Age in Tuscola County
Average fertility rate in Tuscola County is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 122.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 (1.6%) | 7.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 521 (85.6%) | 122.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 78 (12.8%) | 17.0 |
| Total | 609 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Tuscola County
51.9% of women with births (609) in Tuscola County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 80.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 9.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 2 (20.0%) | 8 (80.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 243 (46.6%) | 278 (53.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 71 (91.0%) | 7 (9.0%) |
| Total | 316 (51.9%) | 293 (48.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Tuscola County
Average fertility rate in Tuscola County is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 90.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 45.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 63 (10.3%) | 40.0 |
| High School Diploma | 155 (25.5%) | 53.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 279 (45.8%) | 69.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 56 (9.2%) | 46.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 56 (9.2%) | 90.0 |
| Total | 609 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Tuscola County
48.1% of women with births in Tuscola County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 89.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 72.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 26 (41.3%) | 37 (58.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 42 (27.1%) | 113 (72.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 176 (63.1%) | 103 (36.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 50 (89.3%) | 6 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (39.3%) | 34 (60.7%) |
| Total | 316 (51.9%) | 293 (48.1%) |
Income in Tuscola County
Income Overview in Tuscola County
Per Capita Income in Tuscola County is $30,698, while median incomes of families and households are $73,920 and $59,815 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 53,218 | $30,698 |
| Median Family Income | 13,890 | $73,920 |
| Mean Family Income | 13,890 | $85,933 |
| Median Household Income | 21,518 | $59,815 |
| Mean Household Income | 21,518 | $73,290 |
| Income Deficit | 13,890 | $10,220 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 53,218 | 37.75% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 53,218 | 62.25¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 53,218 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Tuscola County
Average Earnings in Tuscola County are $35,504, $44,564 for men and $27,742 for women, a difference of 37.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 14,085 (54.6%) | $44,564 |
| Female | 11,697 (45.4%) | $27,742 |
| Total | 25,782 (100.0%) | $35,504 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Tuscola County
The most common earnings brackets in Tuscola County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,734 | 12.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (1,156 | 9.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 637 (4.5%) | 835 (7.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 363 (2.6%) | 537 (4.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 429 (3.0%) | 399 (3.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 399 (2.8%) | 441 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 306 (2.2%) | 588 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 354 (2.5%) | 483 (4.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 354 (2.5%) | 567 (4.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 271 (1.9%) | 397 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 349 (2.5%) | 403 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 482 (3.4%) | 513 (4.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 897 (6.4%) | 1,156 (9.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 825 (5.9%) | 769 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 759 (5.4%) | 670 (5.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 675 (4.8%) | 510 (4.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 742 (5.3%) | 824 (7.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 756 (5.4%) | 388 (3.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,366 (9.7%) | 634 (5.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 951 (6.8%) | 550 (4.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,734 (12.3%) | 619 (5.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,436 (10.2%) | 414 (3.5%) |
| Total | 14,085 (100.0%) | 11,697 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Tuscola County
Average earnings in Tuscola County are $50,323 for men and $32,355 for women, a difference of 35.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,625, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,727. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,818, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,180.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,727 | $24,180 |
| High School Diploma | $42,230 | $26,365 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,762 | $31,250 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $64,179 | $53,158 |
| Graduate Degree | $81,625 | $71,818 |
| Total | $50,323 | $32,355 |
Family Income in Tuscola County
Family Income Brackets in Tuscola County
According to the Tuscola County family income data, there are 2,931 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.1% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 306 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 306 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 347 | 2.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 750 | 5.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,167 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,625 | 11.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,889 | 20.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,306 | 16.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,931 | 21.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,000 | 7.2% |
| $200,000+ | 569 | 4.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Tuscola County
5-person families (923 | 6.7%) account for the highest median family income in Tuscola County with $100,809 per family, while 2-person families (7,374 | 53.1%) have the highest median income of $30,515 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 7,374 (53.1%) | $61,030 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,987 (21.5%) | $88,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,127 (15.3%) | $92,734 |
| 5-Person Families | 923 (6.7%) | $100,809 |
| 6-Person Families | 242 (1.7%) | $83,125 |
| 7+ Person Families | 237 (1.7%) | $74,395 |
| Total | 13,890 (100.0%) | $73,920 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Tuscola County
The median family income in Tuscola County is $73,920, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,552) having the highest median family income of $120,588, while families with no earners (3,008) have the lowest median family income of $45,122, accounting for 11.2% and 21.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 3,008 (21.7%) | $45,122 |
| 1 Earner | 4,559 (32.8%) | $57,235 |
| 2 Earners | 4,771 (34.4%) | $99,471 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,552 (11.2%) | $120,588 |
| Total | 13,890 (100.0%) | $73,920 |
Household Income in Tuscola County
Household Income Brackets in Tuscola County
With 4,261 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Tuscola County, accounting for 19.8% of all households. In contrast, only 646 households (3.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 861 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 947 | 4.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,872 | 8.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,173 | 10.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,056 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,261 | 19.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,099 | 14.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,443 | 16.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,140 | 5.3% |
| $200,000+ | 646 | 3.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Tuscola County
The median household income in Tuscola County is $59,815, with the highest median household income of $72,432 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 8,310 households (38.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,373, with 7,105 households (33.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 636 (3.0%) | $44,821 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,467 (25.4%) | $72,044 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 8,310 (38.6%) | $72,432 |
| 65+ Years | 7,105 (33.0%) | $44,373 |
| Total | 21,518 (100.0%) | $59,815 |
Poverty in Tuscola County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Tuscola County
With 11.1% poverty level for males and 13.6% for females among the residents of Tuscola County, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 73 males (20.0%) and 59 females (23.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 214 (15.3%) | 127 (10.5%) |
| 5 Years | 55 (13.6%) | 59 (23.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 199 (11.2%) | 361 (22.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 101 (11.5%) | 175 (20.3%) |
| 15 Years | 73 (20.0%) | 49 (16.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 55 (8.2%) | 46 (7.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 282 (13.7%) | 396 (21.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 267 (8.8%) | 442 (15.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 329 (10.5%) | 292 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 300 (8.7%) | 220 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 556 (12.9%) | 663 (16.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 288 (9.1%) | 335 (10.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 217 (11.3%) | 342 (13.4%) |
| Total | 2,936 (11.1%) | 3,507 (13.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Tuscola County
According to the poverty statistics in Tuscola County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.8% of males and 93.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,184 (84.7%) | 1,085 (89.5%) |
| 5 Years | 350 (86.4%) | 188 (76.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,582 (88.8%) | 1,263 (77.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 781 (88.5%) | 687 (79.7%) |
| 15 Years | 292 (80.0%) | 257 (84.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 613 (91.8%) | 566 (92.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,775 (86.3%) | 1,455 (78.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,754 (91.2%) | 2,456 (84.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,798 (89.5%) | 2,621 (90.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,145 (91.3%) | 3,132 (93.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,767 (87.1%) | 3,444 (83.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,887 (90.9%) | 2,940 (89.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,707 (88.7%) | 2,213 (86.6%) |
| Total | 23,635 (88.9%) | 22,307 (86.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Tuscola County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Tuscola County show that 4.2% or 459 of the total 10,871 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 11.3%, comprising of 93 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.8%, which includes 201 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 7,042 (97.2%) | 201 (2.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,522 (94.0%) | 160 (6.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 728 (88.7%) | 93 (11.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 120 (96.0%) | 5 (4.0%) |
| Total | 10,412 (95.8%) | 459 (4.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Tuscola County
According to the poverty data in Tuscola County, 19.2% or 232 single-father households and 21.4% or 388 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 190 households (29.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 88 households (62.9%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 28 (6.3%) | 54 (7.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 190 (29.5%) | 240 (26.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 14 (13.2%) | 88 (62.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (31.6%) |
| Total | 232 (19.2%) | 388 (21.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Tuscola County
The poverty data for Tuscola County shows that 459 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 620 of the single-parent households (20.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 93 households (11.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 102 household (41.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 201 (2.8%) | 82 (6.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 160 (6.0%) | 430 (27.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 93 (11.3%) | 102 (41.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (4.0%) | 6 (19.4%) |
| Total | 459 (4.2%) | 620 (20.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Tuscola County
Employment by Class of Employer in Tuscola County
Among the 22,372 employed individuals in Tuscola County, private company employees (16,088 | 71.9%), not-for-profit organizations (1,662 | 7.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,389 | 6.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 16,088 | 71.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 674 | 3.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,389 | 6.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,662 | 7.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,306 | 5.8% |
| State Government Employees | 751 | 3.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 367 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 135 | 0.6% |
| Total | 22,372 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Tuscola County
According to the labor force statistics for Tuscola County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (43,770), 55.7% or 24,380 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 1,487 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 83.9% or 5,082 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.0% or 210 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,233 (50.8%) | 210 (17.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,378 (83.2%) | 357 (15.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,544 (83.1%) | 130 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,352 (80.7%) | 139 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,082 (83.9%) | 249 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,015 (73.7%) | 186 (3.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,485 (63.3%) | 45 (1.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,110 (46.6%) | 167 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 972 (14.9%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 215 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 24,380 (55.7%) | 1,487 (6.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Tuscola County
According to labor force statistics for Tuscola County, 71.8% of individuals (19,594) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (27,290) are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 921 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 87.1% or 3,921 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.6% or 220 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 959 (51.1%) | 62 (3.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 8,022 (66.6%) | 578 (4.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 6,685 (75.4%) | 372 (4.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,921 (87.1%) | 252 (5.6%) |
| Total | 19,594 (71.8%) | 1,283 (4.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Tuscola County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tuscola County are Management (1,950 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,370 | 6.0%), Community & Social Service (1,307 | 5.7%), Education Instruction & Library (883 | 3.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (855 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Tuscola County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (84.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (79.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (88.8%), Health Technologists (87.0%), and Legal Services & Support (79.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,296 (66.5%) | 654 (33.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 252 (40.1%) | 376 (59.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 723 (84.6%) | 132 (15.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 322 (79.7%) | 82 (20.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 320 (93.8%) | 21 (6.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 81 (73.6%) | 29 (26.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 347 (26.6%) | 960 (73.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 95 (37.0%) | 162 (63.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 12 (20.7%) | 46 (79.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 185 (20.9%) | 698 (79.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 55 (50.5%) | 54 (49.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 154 (11.2%) | 1,216 (88.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 91 (13.0%) | 611 (87.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,772 (45.4%) | 3,338 (54.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,525 (54.7%) | 10,367 (45.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Tuscola County are Healthcare Support (1,431 | 6.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (1,155 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (942 | 4.1%), Personal Care & Service (391 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (246 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Tuscola County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (85.7%), Security & Protection (85.0%), and Law Enforcement (84.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.9%), Healthcare Support (83.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (73.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 240 (16.8%) | 1,191 (83.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 209 (85.0%) | 37 (15.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 54 (85.7%) | 9 (14.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 155 (84.7%) | 28 (15.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 304 (26.3%) | 851 (73.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 585 (62.1%) | 357 (37.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 55 (14.1%) | 336 (85.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,393 (33.5%) | 2,772 (66.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,525 (54.7%) | 10,367 (45.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Tuscola County are Office & Administration (2,522 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (2,022 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 882 (43.6%) | 1,140 (56.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 503 (19.9%) | 2,019 (80.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,385 (30.5%) | 3,159 (69.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,525 (54.7%) | 10,367 (45.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Tuscola County are Construction & Extraction (1,661 | 7.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,235 | 5.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (368 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 237 (64.4%) | 131 (35.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,620 (97.5%) | 41 (2.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1,204 (97.5%) | 31 (2.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,061 (93.8%) | 203 (6.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,525 (54.7%) | 10,367 (45.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Tuscola County are Production (2,979 | 13.0%), Material Moving (1,039 | 4.5%), and Transportation (791 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 2,461 (82.6%) | 518 (17.4%) |
| Transportation | 719 (90.9%) | 72 (9.1%) |
| Material Moving | 734 (70.6%) | 305 (29.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,914 (81.4%) | 895 (18.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,525 (54.7%) | 10,367 (45.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Tuscola County
Employment Industries in Tuscola County
The major employment industries in Tuscola County include Manufacturing (4,542 | 19.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,775 | 16.5%), Retail Trade (2,996 | 13.1%), Construction (1,877 | 8.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (1,433 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Tuscola County
The Tuscola County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (97.0%), and Enterprise Management (81.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.3%), Finance & Insurance (76.1%), and Educational Services (69.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 641 (75.8%) | 205 (24.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,820 (97.0%) | 57 (3.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 3,629 (79.9%) | 913 (20.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 326 (72.8%) | 122 (27.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,408 (47.0%) | 1,588 (53.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 756 (80.3%) | 185 (19.7%) |
| Utilities | 174 (77.3%) | 51 (22.7%) |
| Information | 154 (69.7%) | 67 (30.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 142 (23.9%) | 452 (76.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 163 (60.2%) | 108 (39.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 382 (44.7%) | 473 (55.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (18.8%) |
| Administrative & Support | 317 (68.0%) | 149 (32.0%) |
| Educational Services | 422 (30.1%) | 978 (69.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 668 (17.7%) | 3,107 (82.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 127 (69.8%) | 55 (30.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 434 (30.3%) | 999 (69.7%) |
| Public Administration | 364 (48.7%) | 384 (51.3%) |
| Total | 12,525 (54.7%) | 10,367 (45.3%) |
Education in Tuscola County
School Enrollment in Tuscola County
The most common levels of schooling among the 10,760 students in Tuscola County are high school (2,815 | 26.2%), middle school (2,426 | 22.6%), and elementary school (2,232 | 20.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 770 | 7.2% |
| Kindergarten | 592 | 5.5% |
| Elementary School | 2,232 | 20.7% |
| Middle School | 2,426 | 22.6% |
| High School | 2,815 | 26.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,668 | 15.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 257 | 2.4% |
| Total | 10,760 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Tuscola County
Out of a total of 10,760 students who are enrolled in schools in Tuscola County, 1,496 (13.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 9,264 (86.1%) 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 169 (34.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 764 (93.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 325 (65.8%) | 169 (34.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,232 (84.1%) | 423 (15.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,783 (88.7%) | 356 (11.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,730 (88.0%) | 235 (12.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 617 (88.4%) | 81 (11.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 764 (93.4%) | 54 (6.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 335 (86.6%) | 52 (13.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 473 (78.3%) | 131 (21.7%) |
| Total | 9,264 (86.1%) | 1,496 (13.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Tuscola County
Education (1,381 | 21.3%), business (1,370 | 21.2%), science & technology (950 | 14.7%), arts & humanities (563 | 8.7%), and engineering (480 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 6,475 individuals in Tuscola County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 133 | 2.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 397 | 6.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 129 | 2.0% |
| Psychology | 149 | 2.3% |
| Social Sciences | 254 | 3.9% |
| Engineering | 480 | 7.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 26 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 950 | 14.7% |
| Business | 1,370 | 21.2% |
| Education | 1,381 | 21.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 88 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 206 | 3.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 124 | 1.9% |
| Communications | 225 | 3.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 563 | 8.7% |
| Total | 6,475 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Tuscola County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Tuscola County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Tuscola County are males with 2 vehicles (4,796, accounting for 39.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,711, making up 47.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 215 (1.8%) | 227 (2.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,735 (14.2%) | 1,567 (15.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,796 (39.1%) | 3,711 (36.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 3,081 (25.1%) | 2,703 (26.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,654 (13.5%) | 1,291 (12.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 772 (6.3%) | 571 (5.7%) |
| Total | 12,253 (100.0%) | 10,070 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Tuscola County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Tuscola County are 20 to 24 minutes (2,609 commuters, 12.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,462 commuters, 11.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,451 commuters, 11.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,051 | 4.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,423 | 11.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,451 | 11.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,462 | 11.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,609 | 12.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,502 | 7.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,327 | 10.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 853 | 4.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 917 | 4.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,190 | 10.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,360 | 6.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,228 | 5.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Tuscola County
The most common commute times in Tuscola County are 20 to 24 minutes (1,394 commuters, 11.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,237 commuters, 13.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 563 (4.7%) | 488 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,186 (10.0%) | 1,237 (13.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,275 (10.7%) | 1,176 (12.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,236 (10.4%) | 1,226 (12.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,394 (11.7%) | 1,215 (12.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 782 (6.6%) | 720 (7.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,110 (9.3%) | 1,217 (12.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 505 (4.3%) | 348 (3.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 510 (4.3%) | 407 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,361 (11.5%) | 829 (8.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 967 (8.1%) | 393 (4.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 986 (8.3%) | 242 (2.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Tuscola County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Tuscola County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,389, 11.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,425, 15.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,193 (10.1%) | 669 (7.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 773 (6.5%) | 210 (2.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,025 (8.6%) | 544 (5.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,194 (10.1%) | 788 (8.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,262 (10.6%) | 757 (8.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,389 (11.7%) | 1,425 (15.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,067 (9.0%) | 1,355 (14.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 740 (6.2%) | 799 (8.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 369 (3.1%) | 520 (5.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 653 (5.5%) | 581 (6.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 106 (0.9%) | 235 (2.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 21 (0.2%) | 112 (1.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,230 (10.4%) | 691 (7.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 853 (7.2%) | 812 (8.6%) |
| Total | 11,875 (100.0%) | 9,498 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Tuscola County
Occupancy by Ownership in Tuscola County
Of the total 21,518 dwellings in Tuscola County, owner-occupied units account for 18,275 (84.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,243 (15.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 18,275 | 84.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,243 | 15.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 21,518 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Tuscola County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 6,508 | 30.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 7,907 | 36.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 3,055 | 14.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,048 | 18.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 21,518 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Tuscola County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 5,097 (78.3%) | 1,411 (21.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 6,990 (88.4%) | 917 (11.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 2,665 (87.2%) | 390 (12.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,523 (87.0%) | 525 (13.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 18,275 (84.9%) | 3,243 (15.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Tuscola County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,227 (76.8%) | 370 (23.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 7,439 (83.9%) | 1,432 (16.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 6,383 (85.1%) | 1,117 (14.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,226 (90.9%) | 324 (9.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Tuscola County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 3,014 | 14.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,089 | 14.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,507 | 16.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,803 | 22.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,962 | 18.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,250 | 10.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 893 | 4.2% |
| Total | 21,518 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Tuscola County
Median Income by Occupancy in Tuscola County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 18,275 (84.9%) | $64,358 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,243 (15.1%) | $35,132 |
| Average | 21,518 (100.0%) | $59,815 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Tuscola County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 467 (2.6%) | 147 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 185 (1.0%) | 72 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 626 (3.4%) | 311 (9.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 731 (4.0%) | 305 (9.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 652 (3.6%) | 191 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,593 (8.7%) | 591 (18.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,582 (14.1%) | 471 (14.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,671 (20.1%) | 596 (18.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,837 (15.5%) | 271 (8.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,236 (17.7%) | 207 (6.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,695 (9.3%) | 81 (2.5%) |
| Total | 18,275 (100.0%) | 3,243 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Tuscola County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,194 (6.5%) | 107 (3.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 3,815 (20.9%) | 223 (6.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 4,536 (24.8%) | 1,145 (35.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 2,218 (12.1%) | 750 (23.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 4,159 (22.8%) | 458 (14.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,479 (8.1%) | 94 (2.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 573 (3.1%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 193 (1.1%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 108 (0.6%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| Total | 18,275 (100.0%) | 3,243 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Tuscola County
Housing Structures in Tuscola County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 17,796 | 82.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 251 | 1.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 240 | 1.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 239 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 496 | 2.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 425 | 2.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,071 | 9.6% |
| Total | 21,518 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Tuscola County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 16,286 (91.5%) | 1,510 (8.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 148 (59.0%) | 103 (41.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 41 (17.1%) | 199 (82.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 (2.5%) | 233 (97.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 496 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 17 (4.0%) | 408 (96.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,777 (85.8%) | 294 (14.2%) |
| Total | 18,275 (84.9%) | 3,243 (15.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Tuscola County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 41 (0.2%) | 104 (3.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 556 (3.0%) | 585 (18.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 5,661 (31.0%) | 1,304 (40.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 6,882 (37.7%) | 868 (26.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 5,135 (28.1%) | 382 (11.8%) |
| Total | 18,275 (100.0%) | 3,243 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Tuscola County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 7,638 (41.8%) | 1,529 (47.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 6,931 (37.9%) | 688 (21.2%) |
| Electricity | 1,128 (6.2%) | 753 (23.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 744 (4.1%) | 70 (2.2%) |
| Coal or Coke | 16 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,709 (9.3%) | 165 (5.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 109 (0.6%) | 38 (1.2%) |
| Total | 18,275 (100.0%) | 3,243 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Tuscola County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 655 (3.6%) | 464 (14.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 4,884 (26.7%) | 1,514 (46.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 7,190 (39.3%) | 887 (27.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 5,546 (30.3%) | 378 (11.7%) |
| Total | 18,275 (100.0%) | 3,243 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Tuscola County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Tuscola County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 9,014 | 9,261 |
| Median Property Value | $116,200 | $139,200 |
| Median Household Income | $49,770 | $1,116 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $479 | $93 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,563 | $349 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Tuscola County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,666 (18.5%) | 664 (7.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 2,085 (23.1%) | 2,154 (23.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 4,616 (51.2%) | 5,573 (60.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 442 (4.9%) | 697 (7.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 102 (1.1%) | 72 (0.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 32 (0.4%) | 42 (0.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 71 (0.8%) | 59 (0.6%) |
| Total | 9,014 (100.0%) | 9,261 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Tuscola County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 412 (4.6%) | 134 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,511 (16.8%) | 240 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 999 (11.1%) | 498 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,601 (17.8%) | 594 (6.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,655 (18.4%) | 981 (10.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,247 (13.8%) | 2,016 (21.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,010 (11.2%) | 1,590 (17.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 579 (6.4%) | 2,226 (24.0%) |
| Total | 9,014 (100.0%) | 9,261 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Tuscola County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 4,230 (46.9%) | 79,719 (860.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,477 (16.4%) | 5,260 (56.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 966 (10.7%) | 1,772 (19.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,249 (24.9%) | 761 (8.2%) |
| Total | 9,014 (100.0%) | 9,261 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Tuscola County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,010 (11.2%) | 71 (0.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,849 (31.6%) | 658 (7.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,340 (48.1%) | 2,820 (30.4%) |
| Total | 9,014 (100.0%) | 9,261 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Tuscola County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tuscola County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,282 (98.6%) | 48 (1.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,653 (97.8%) | 173 (2.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,690 (91.6%) | 338 (8.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 4,771 (91.0%) | 473 (9.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,501 (91.1%) | 539 (8.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6,305 (92.8%) | 492 (7.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7,845 (93.1%) | 585 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6,431 (99.7%) | 19 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 4,479 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49,957 (94.9%) | 2,667 (5.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Tuscola County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,282 (98.6%) | 48 (1.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,653 (97.8%) | 173 (2.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,690 (91.6%) | 338 (8.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Tuscola County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,627 (94.3%) | 341 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 9,560 (92.8%) | 736 (7.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9,714 (94.9%) | 520 (5.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8,489 (94.0%) | 546 (6.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 16,144 (96.9%) | 521 (3.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Tuscola County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,676 (50.3%) | 1,957 (58.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,391 (43.3%) | 4,953 (63.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 969 (24.1%) | 3,031 (75.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,504 (28.7%) | 3,499 (66.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,543 (25.6%) | 4,242 (70.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,654 (24.3%) | 5,138 (75.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,787 (33.1%) | 5,802 (68.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6,315 (97.9%) | 4,569 (70.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,447 (99.3%) | 3,524 (78.7%) |
| Total | 24,286 (46.2%) | 36,715 (69.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Tuscola County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (1.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 385 (9.3%) | 216 (5.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 478 (9.4%) | 599 (12.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2,066 (19.0%) | 1,943 (18.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,118 (35.2%) | 892 (27.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,053 (54.7%) | 1,368 (53.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Tuscola County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (1.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.4%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 58 (1.1%) | 33 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 517 (4.8%) | 264 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 547 (17.2%) | 210 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 638 (33.2%) | 633 (24.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.4%) | 26 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (0.6%) | 69 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 317 (2.9%) | 470 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 173 (5.4%) | 188 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 142 (7.4%) | 218 (8.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 340 (8.2%) | 192 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 363 (7.1%) | 443 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 781 (7.2%) | 877 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 213 (6.7%) | 222 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 247 (12.8%) | 382 (14.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.2%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 113 (2.2%) | 73 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,093 (10.0%) | 1,217 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 639 (20.1%) | 614 (18.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 597 (31.0%) | 1,006 (39.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 43 (1.0%) | 15 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 78 (1.5%) | 82 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 358 (3.3%) | 605 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 113 (3.6%) | 299 (9.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 208 (10.8%) | 329 (12.9%) |
Technology Access in Tuscola County
Computing Device Access in Tuscola County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 14,898 | 69.2% |
| Smartphone | 17,110 | 79.5% |
| Tablet | 11,876 | 55.2% |
| No Computing Device | 2,234 | 10.4% |
| Total | 21,518 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Tuscola County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 231 | 1.1% |
| Broadband Home | 11,262 | 52.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,877 | 13.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 3,108 | 14.4% |
| No Internet | 4,217 | 19.6% |
| Total | 21,518 | 100.0% |
Tuscola County Summary
Tuscola County is located in the eastern part of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan. It is bordered by Saginaw County to the north, Bay County to the east, Huron County to the south, and Sanilac County to the west. The county seat is Caro, and the largest city is Vassar. The county was established in 1837 and named after the Tuscaloosa people, a Native American tribe that once lived in the area.
Tuscola County has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 573 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The Cass River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds.
The population of Tuscola County was 51,844 in 2000, an increase of 8.3% since 1990. The population is spread out with a median age of 38.3 years. The racial makeup of the county is 94.3% White, 2.3% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The economy of Tuscola County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to many farms, and the main crops are corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The county also has a strong manufacturing sector, with companies such as Vassar Industries, Inc., and the Caro Automotive Plant. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with attractions such as the Thumb Area Historical Museum and the Caro Historical Museum.
Tuscola County has a rich history. The area was first inhabited by the Tuscaloosa people, a Native American tribe that lived in the area until the early 19th century. The county was established in 1837 and named after the Tuscaloosa people. The county was largely agricultural until the late 19th century, when the lumber industry began to take off. The county was also home to several Civil War battles, including the Battle of Vassar Hill.
Tuscola County is a great place to live and work. The county has a strong economy, a rich history, and a variety of attractions. The county is also home to many parks and outdoor recreation areas, making it a great place to get away from it all.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Tuscola County?
Total Population of Tuscola County is 53,218.
What is the Total Male Population of Tuscola County?
Total Male Population of Tuscola County is 27,048.
What is the Total Female Population of Tuscola County?
Total Female Population of Tuscola County is 26,170.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Tuscola County?
There are 103.35 Males per 100 Females in Tuscola County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Tuscola County?
There are 96.75 Females per 100 Males in Tuscola County.
What is the Median Population Age in Tuscola County?
Median Population Age in Tuscola County is 44.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Tuscola County
Average Family Size in Tuscola County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Tuscola County
Average Household Size in Tuscola County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Tuscola County?
Per Capita income in Tuscola County is $30,698.
What is the Median Family Income in Tuscola County?
Median Family Income in Tuscola County is $73,920.
What is the Median Household income in Tuscola County?
Median Household Income in Tuscola County is $59,815.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Tuscola County?
Income or Wage Gap in Tuscola County is 37.7%.
Women in Tuscola County earn 62.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Tuscola County?
Family Income Deficit in Tuscola County is $10,220.
Families that are below poverty line in Tuscola County earn $10,220 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Tuscola County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Tuscola County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Tuscola County?
There are 24,380 People in the Labor Forcein in Tuscola County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Tuscola County?
55.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Tuscola County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Tuscola County?
Unemployment Rate in Tuscola County is 6.1%.