Cook County, MN
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5,611
TOTAL POPULATION
2,804
MALE POPULATION
2,807
FEMALE POPULATION
99.89
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.11
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$44,316
PER CAPITA INCOME
$91,315
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,937
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,585
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,969
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Cook County Area Codes
Race in Cook County
The most populous races in Cook County are White / Caucasian (4,787 | 85.3%), Native / Alaskan (417 | 7.4%), and Two or more Races (231 | 4.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 50 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 18 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 4 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 142 | 2.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 417 | 7.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,787 | 85.3% |
| Two or more Races | 231 | 4.1% |
| Some other Race | 104 | 1.8% |
| Total | 5,611 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Cook County
The most populous ancestries reported in Cook County are German (1,574 | 28.1%), Norwegian (833 | 14.8%), Irish (675 | 12.0%), Swedish (652 | 11.6%), and English (574 | 10.2%), together accounting for 76.8% of all Cook County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Aleut | 10 | 0.2% |
| American | 98 | 1.8% |
| Austrian | 15 | 0.3% |
| Belgian | 55 | 1.0% |
| Blackfeet | 2 | 0.0% |
| British | 32 | 0.6% |
| Bulgarian | 20 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 18 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 3 | 0.1% |
| Chilean | 17 | 0.3% |
| Chippewa | 440 | 7.8% |
| Croatian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 30 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 21 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 173 | 3.1% |
| Dominican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 33 | 0.6% |
| Eastern European | 9 | 0.2% |
| English | 574 | 10.2% |
| European | 162 | 2.9% |
| Filipino | 9 | 0.2% |
| Finnish | 87 | 1.5% |
| French | 450 | 8.0% |
| French Canadian | 113 | 2.0% |
| German | 1,574 | 28.1% |
| Guatemalan | 15 | 0.3% |
| Hungarian | 44 | 0.8% |
| Indian (Asian) | 2 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 675 | 12.0% |
| Iroquois | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 155 | 2.8% |
| Jamaican | 4 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 19 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 11 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 31 | 0.5% |
| Mexican American Indian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 11 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 38 | 0.7% |
| Norwegian | 833 | 14.8% |
| Pennsylvania German | 3 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 256 | 4.6% |
| Puerto Rican | 36 | 0.6% |
| Romanian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 19 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 3 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 170 | 3.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 53 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 113 | 2.0% |
| Sioux | 28 | 0.5% |
| Slavic | 8 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 5 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 1 | 0.0% |
| Somali | 1 | 0.0% |
| South American | 25 | 0.4% |
| Sri Lankan | 8 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 652 | 11.6% |
| Swiss | 60 | 1.1% |
| Turkish | 11 | 0.2% |
| Venezuelan | 3 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 86 | 1.5% |
| Yakama | 48 | 0.9% | View All 64 Rows |
Immigrants in Cook County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cook County came from Asia (57 | 1.0%), Latin America (53 | 0.9%), Canada (51 | 0.9%), Europe (48 | 0.9%), and Central America (44 | 0.8%), together accounting for 4.5% of all Cook County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 3 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 57 | 1.0% |
| Bulgaria | 20 | 0.4% |
| Canada | 51 | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 44 | 0.8% |
| Chile | 4 | 0.1% |
| China | 5 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 3 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 5 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 31 | 0.5% |
| Europe | 48 | 0.9% |
| France | 12 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 5 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 15 | 0.3% |
| Jamaica | 4 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 2 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 53 | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 11 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 29 | 0.5% |
| Nepal | 21 | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | 8 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 10 | 0.2% |
| Somalia | 1 | 0.0% |
| South America | 5 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 29 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 12 | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | 5 | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 11 | 0.2% |
| Venezuela | 1 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 2 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 11 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 17 | 0.3% | View All 33 Rows |
Sex and Age in Cook County
Sex and Age in Cook County
The most populous age groups in Cook County are 65 to 69 Years (286 | 10.2%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (331 | 11.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 108 (3.8%) | 125 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 118 (4.2%) | 101 (3.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 143 (5.1%) | 117 (4.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 92 (3.3%) | 82 (2.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 86 (3.1%) | 137 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 174 (6.2%) | 151 (5.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 152 (5.4%) | 174 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 155 (5.5%) | 170 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 165 (5.9%) | 118 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 160 (5.7%) | 135 (4.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 148 (5.3%) | 173 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 264 (9.4%) | 249 (8.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 221 (7.9%) | 249 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 286 (10.2%) | 331 (11.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 267 (9.5%) | 177 (6.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 131 (4.7%) | 163 (5.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 67 (2.4%) | 52 (1.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 67 (2.4%) | 103 (3.7%) |
| Total | 2,804 (100.0%) | 2,807 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Cook County
Median Family Size in Cook County
The median family size in Cook County is 2.61 persons per family, with single female/mother families (83 | 5.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.24 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (83 | 5.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.47 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,451 (89.7%) | 2.58 |
| Single Male/Father | 83 (5.1%) | 2.47 |
| Single Female/Mother | 83 (5.1%) | 3.24 |
| Total Families | 1,617 (100.0%) | 2.61 |
Median Household Size in Cook County
The median household size in Cook County is 2.07 persons per household, with single female/mother households (83 | 3.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.29 persons per household. non-family households (1,055 | 39.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,451 (54.3%) | 2.63 |
| Single Male/Father | 83 (3.1%) | 2.57 |
| Single Female/Mother | 83 (3.1%) | 3.29 |
| Non-family | 1,055 (39.5%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 2,672 (100.0%) | 2.07 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cook County
Out of a total of 2,672 households in Cook County, 1,617 (60.5%) are family households, while 1,055 (39.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,036, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 902.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 902 (33.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,036 (38.8%) | 137 (5.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 255 (9.5%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 168 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 83 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 28 (1.1%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 47 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,617 (60.5%) | 1,055 (39.5%) |
Female Fertility in Cook County
Fertility by Age in Cook County
Average fertility rate in Cook County is 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 165.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 93.8% 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 | 76 (93.8%) | 165.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (6.2%) | 10.0 |
| Total | 81 (100.0%) | 77.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cook County
88.9% of women with births (81) in Cook County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.8% 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 | 67 (88.2%) | 9 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 72 (88.9%) | 9 (11.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Cook County
Average fertility rate in Cook County is 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 213.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 42.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 1 (1.2%) | 10.0 |
| High School Diploma | 5 (6.2%) | 35.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 8 (9.9%) | 27.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 33 (40.7%) | 92.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 34 (42.0%) | 213.0 |
| Total | 81 (100.0%) | 77.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cook County
11.1% of women with births in Cook County 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 5 (62.5%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 72 (88.9%) | 9 (11.1%) |
Income in Cook County
Income Overview in Cook County
Per Capita Income in Cook County is $44,316, while median incomes of families and households are $91,315 and $71,937 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,611 | $44,316 |
| Median Family Income | 1,617 | $91,315 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,617 | $114,175 |
| Median Household Income | 2,672 | $71,937 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,672 | $93,044 |
| Income Deficit | 1,617 | $8,585 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,611 | 8.13% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,611 | 91.87¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,611 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Cook County
Average Earnings in Cook County are $41,386, $43,095 for men and $39,592 for women, a difference of 8.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,678 (52.2%) | $43,095 |
| Female | 1,538 (47.8%) | $39,592 |
| Total | 3,216 (100.0%) | $41,386 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cook County
The most common earnings brackets in Cook County are $100,000+ for men (230 | 13.7%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (204 | 13.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 65 (3.9%) | 59 (3.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 35 (2.1%) | 45 (2.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 73 (4.3%) | 68 (4.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 28 (1.7%) | 21 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 37 (2.2%) | 82 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 104 (6.2%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 31 (1.8%) | 31 (2.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 17 (1.0%) | 43 (2.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 80 (4.8%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 31 (1.8%) | 63 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 67 (4.0%) | 103 (6.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 129 (7.7%) | 128 (8.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 88 (5.2%) | 105 (6.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 86 (5.1%) | 48 (3.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 86 (5.1%) | 110 (7.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 87 (5.2%) | 72 (4.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 158 (9.4%) | 204 (13.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 80 (4.8%) | 79 (5.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 166 (9.9%) | 112 (7.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 230 (13.7%) | 136 (8.8%) |
| Total | 1,678 (100.0%) | 1,538 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cook County
Average earnings in Cook County are $47,049 for men and $46,165 for women, a difference of 1.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $52,929, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $37,663. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,439, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,447.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,625 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $37,663 | $33,447 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,875 | $38,558 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,397 | $55,439 |
| Graduate Degree | $52,929 | $49,605 |
| Total | $47,049 | $46,165 |
Family Income in Cook County
Family Income Brackets in Cook County
According to the Cook County family income data, there are 380 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 18 | 1.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3 | 0.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 52 | 3.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 47 | 2.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 146 | 9.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 319 | 19.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 331 | 20.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 380 | 23.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 118 | 7.3% |
| $200,000+ | 204 | 12.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cook County
7+ person families (47 | 2.9%) account for the highest median family income in Cook County with $245,150 per family, while 2-person families (1,094 | 67.7%) have the highest median income of $46,042 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,094 (67.7%) | $92,083 |
| 3-Person Families | 214 (13.2%) | $90,395 |
| 4-Person Families | 159 (9.8%) | $93,125 |
| 5-Person Families | 86 (5.3%) | $84,167 |
| 6-Person Families | 17 (1.1%) | $67,344 |
| 7+ Person Families | 47 (2.9%) | $245,150 |
| Total | 1,617 (100.0%) | $91,315 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Cook County
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 339 (21.0%) | $77,171 |
| 1 Earner | 379 (23.4%) | $65,347 |
| 2 Earners | 744 (46.0%) | $103,167 |
| 3+ Earners | 155 (9.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,617 (100.0%) | $91,315 |
Household Income in Cook County
Household Income Brackets in Cook County
With 628 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Cook County, accounting for 23.5% of all households. In contrast, only 59 households (2.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 99 | 3.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 59 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 163 | 6.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 139 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 305 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 628 | 23.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 470 | 17.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 433 | 16.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 102 | 3.8% |
| $200,000+ | 273 | 10.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Cook County
The median household income in Cook County is $71,937, with the highest median household income of $77,153 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 609 households (22.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,792, with 55 households (2.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 55 (2.1%) | $34,792 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 609 (22.8%) | $77,153 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,022 (38.3%) | $72,292 |
| 65+ Years | 986 (36.9%) | $70,800 |
| Total | 2,672 (100.0%) | $71,937 |
Poverty in Cook County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cook County
With 8.6% poverty level for males and 8.6% for females among the residents of Cook County, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 27 males (26.7%) and 26 females (17.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 27 (26.7%) | 12 (9.6%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (20.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 27 (19.6%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2 (2.0%) | 6 (11.3%) |
| 15 Years | 2 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 7 (16.3%) | 2 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 29 (25.4%) | 26 (17.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 29 (8.9%) | 26 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 (9.1%) | 18 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 18 (6.0%) | 42 (13.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 53 (10.9%) | 52 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (2.0%) | 26 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.4%) | 25 (8.5%) |
| Total | 239 (8.6%) | 238 (8.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cook County
According to the poverty statistics in Cook County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 99.6% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 74 (73.3%) | 113 (90.4%) |
| 5 Years | 16 (80.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 111 (80.4%) | 116 (97.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 100 (98.0%) | 47 (88.7%) |
| 15 Years | 16 (88.9%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 36 (83.7%) | 58 (96.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 85 (74.6%) | 127 (83.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 297 (91.1%) | 295 (91.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 291 (90.9%) | 270 (93.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 282 (94.0%) | 266 (86.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 432 (89.1%) | 446 (89.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 542 (98.0%) | 482 (94.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 256 (99.6%) | 270 (91.5%) |
| Total | 2,538 (91.4%) | 2,542 (91.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cook County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cook County show that 2.3% or 33 of the total 1,451 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 19.2%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,115 (98.8%) | 14 (1.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 213 (97.7%) | 5 (2.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 59 (80.8%) | 14 (19.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,418 (97.7%) | 33 (2.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cook County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (4.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (87.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (40.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (31.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cook County
The poverty data for Cook County shows that 33 of the married-couple family households (2.3%) and 26 of the single-parent households (15.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (19.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 14 (1.2%) | 2 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (2.3%) | 14 (21.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 14 (19.2%) | 8 (23.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 33 (2.3%) | 26 (15.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Cook County
Employment by Class of Employer in Cook County
Among the 2,758 employed individuals in Cook County, private company employees (1,140 | 41.3%), local government employees (388 | 14.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (343 | 12.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,140 | 41.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 333 | 12.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 222 | 8.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 343 | 12.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 388 | 14.1% |
| State Government Employees | 229 | 8.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 99 | 3.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 4 | 0.2% |
| Total | 2,758 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Cook County
According to the labor force statistics for Cook County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,875), 60.9% or 2,969 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 92 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 95.7% or 311 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.2% or 5 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 63 (42.0%) | 2 (3.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 196 (87.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 311 (95.7%) | 12 (3.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 284 (87.1%) | 3 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 523 (86.0%) | 28 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 487 (79.1%) | 7 (1.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 432 (84.2%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 261 (55.5%) | 24 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 369 (34.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 41 (7.0%) | 5 (12.2%) |
| Total | 2,969 (60.9%) | 92 (3.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cook County
According to labor force statistics for Cook County, 80.4% of individuals (2,298) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,858) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 85 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 83.9% or 1,051 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.8% or 4 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 41 (56.9%) | 7 (9.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 576 (80.1%) | 50 (6.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 630 (77.4%) | 42 (5.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,051 (83.9%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| Total | 2,298 (80.4%) | 106 (3.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Cook County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cook County are Management (474 | 16.5%), Community & Social Service (426 | 14.8%), Education Instruction & Library (248 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (145 | 5.0%), and Business & Financial (119 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cook County, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (64.8%), Life, Physical & Social Science (59.7%), and Management (58.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.8%), Health Technologists (83.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (73.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 277 (58.4%) | 197 (41.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 54 (45.4%) | 65 (54.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 69 (58.0%) | 50 (42.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 (57.1%) | 6 (42.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 15 (53.6%) | 13 (46.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 46 (59.7%) | 31 (40.3%) |
| Community & Social Service | 172 (40.4%) | 254 (59.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 46 (64.8%) | 25 (35.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 66 (26.6%) | 182 (73.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 60 (56.1%) | 47 (43.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 22 (15.2%) | 123 (84.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 14 (16.1%) | 73 (83.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 594 (46.3%) | 689 (53.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,494 (51.9%) | 1,382 (48.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Cook County are Cleaning & Maintenance (164 | 5.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (75 | 2.6%), Personal Care & Service (69 | 2.4%), Security & Protection (60 | 2.1%), and Law Enforcement (43 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Cook County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (96.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (88.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (66.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (51.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 58 (96.7%) | 2 (3.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 15 (88.2%) | 2 (11.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 25 (33.3%) | 50 (66.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 79 (48.2%) | 85 (51.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 53 (76.8%) | 16 (23.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 215 (54.7%) | 178 (45.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,494 (51.9%) | 1,382 (48.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cook County are Sales & Related (355 | 12.3%), and Office & Administration (341 | 11.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 215 (60.6%) | 140 (39.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 53 (15.5%) | 288 (84.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 268 (38.5%) | 428 (61.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,494 (51.9%) | 1,382 (48.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cook County are Construction & Extraction (157 | 5.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (59 | 2.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (16 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 9 (56.2%) | 7 (43.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 157 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 58 (98.3%) | 1 (1.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 224 (96.6%) | 8 (3.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,494 (51.9%) | 1,382 (48.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cook County are Transportation (106 | 3.7%), Production (86 | 3.0%), and Material Moving (80 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 40 (46.5%) | 46 (53.5%) |
| Transportation | 88 (83.0%) | 18 (17.0%) |
| Material Moving | 65 (81.2%) | 15 (18.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 193 (71.0%) | 79 (29.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,494 (51.9%) | 1,382 (48.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Cook County
Employment Industries in Cook County
The major employment industries in Cook County include Accommodation & Food Services (493 | 17.1%), Retail Trade (455 | 15.8%), Educational Services (292 | 10.2%), Public Administration (275 | 9.6%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (273 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cook County
The Cook County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (85.0%), and Manufacturing (65.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 22 (61.1%) | 14 (38.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 214 (99.1%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 24 (34.3%) | 46 (65.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 277 (60.9%) | 178 (39.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 41 (87.2%) | 6 (12.8%) |
| Utilities | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 5 (62.5%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 49 (80.3%) | 12 (19.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 60 (38.0%) | 98 (62.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 18 (45.0%) | 22 (55.0%) |
| Educational Services | 102 (34.9%) | 190 (65.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 41 (15.0%) | 232 (85.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 179 (86.1%) | 29 (13.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 222 (45.0%) | 271 (55.0%) |
| Public Administration | 132 (48.0%) | 143 (52.0%) |
| Total | 1,494 (51.9%) | 1,382 (48.0%) |
Education in Cook County
School Enrollment in Cook County
The most common levels of schooling among the 758 students in Cook County are middle school (231 | 30.5%), elementary school (145 | 19.1%), and high school (136 | 17.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 55 | 7.3% |
| Kindergarten | 45 | 5.9% |
| Elementary School | 145 | 19.1% |
| Middle School | 231 | 30.5% |
| High School | 136 | 17.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 78 | 10.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 68 | 9.0% |
| Total | 758 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cook County
Out of a total of 758 students who are enrolled in schools in Cook County, 41 (5.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 717 (94.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (28.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 13 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 40 (83.3%) | 8 (16.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 168 (97.7%) | 4 (2.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 255 (98.5%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 118 (95.2%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 25 (83.3%) | 5 (16.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 35 (71.4%) | 14 (28.6%) |
| Total | 717 (94.6%) | 41 (5.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cook County
Education (415 | 17.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (294 | 12.7%), business (272 | 11.7%), liberal arts & history (197 | 8.5%), and social sciences (173 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,319 individuals in Cook County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 57 | 2.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 294 | 12.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 93 | 4.0% |
| Psychology | 116 | 5.0% |
| Social Sciences | 173 | 7.5% |
| Engineering | 40 | 1.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 54 | 2.3% |
| Science & Technology | 136 | 5.9% |
| Business | 272 | 11.7% |
| Education | 415 | 17.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 109 | 4.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 197 | 8.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 152 | 6.6% |
| Communications | 72 | 3.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 139 | 6.0% |
| Total | 2,319 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Cook County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cook County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cook County are males with 2 vehicles (511, accounting for 35.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (487, making up 38.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 61 (4.3%) | 70 (5.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 307 (21.5%) | 294 (22.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 511 (35.9%) | 487 (37.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 269 (18.9%) | 283 (21.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 124 (8.7%) | 101 (7.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 153 (10.7%) | 80 (6.1%) |
| Total | 1,425 (100.0%) | 1,315 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Cook County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cook County are 5 to 9 minutes (731 commuters, 32.3%), less than 5 minutes (349 commuters, 15.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (332 commuters, 14.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 349 | 15.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 731 | 32.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 332 | 14.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 135 | 6.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 141 | 6.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 85 | 3.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 193 | 8.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 27 | 1.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 92 | 4.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 100 | 4.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 52 | 2.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 29 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Cook County
The most common commute times in Cook County are 5 to 9 minutes (386 commuters, 30.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (345 commuters, 35.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 186 (14.5%) | 163 (16.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 386 (30.1%) | 345 (35.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 203 (15.8%) | 129 (13.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 80 (6.2%) | 55 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 77 (6.0%) | 64 (6.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 63 (4.9%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 84 (6.6%) | 109 (11.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 25 (1.9%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 70 (5.5%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 45 (3.5%) | 55 (5.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 44 (3.4%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 20 (1.6%) | 9 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cook County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Cook County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (235, 18.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (152, 15.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 12 (0.9%) | 32 (3.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 13 (1.0%) | 61 (6.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 71 (5.5%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 132 (10.3%) | 27 (2.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 96 (7.5%) | 87 (8.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 137 (10.7%) | 125 (12.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 235 (18.3%) | 152 (15.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 142 (11.1%) | 145 (14.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 88 (6.9%) | 55 (5.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 208 (16.2%) | 96 (9.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 71 (5.5%) | 29 (2.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 49 (3.8%) | 128 (13.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 29 (2.3%) | 41 (4.2%) |
| Total | 1,283 (100.0%) | 983 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Cook County
Occupancy by Ownership in Cook County
Of the total 2,672 dwellings in Cook County, owner-occupied units account for 2,086 (78.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 586 (21.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,086 | 78.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 586 | 21.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,672 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Cook County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 902 | 33.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,173 | 43.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 267 | 10.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 330 | 12.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,672 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cook County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 625 (69.3%) | 277 (30.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,013 (86.4%) | 160 (13.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 221 (82.8%) | 46 (17.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 227 (68.8%) | 103 (31.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,086 (78.1%) | 586 (21.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cook County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 38 (65.5%) | 20 (34.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 396 (77.5%) | 115 (22.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 597 (73.4%) | 216 (26.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,055 (81.8%) | 235 (18.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cook County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 309 | 11.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 355 | 13.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 348 | 13.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 674 | 25.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 646 | 24.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 258 | 9.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 82 | 3.1% |
| Total | 2,672 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Cook County
Median Income by Occupancy in Cook County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,086 (78.1%) | $80,330 |
| Renter-Occupied | 586 (21.9%) | $54,000 |
| Average | 2,672 (100.0%) | $71,937 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cook County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 41 (2.0%) | 36 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 12 (0.6%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 43 (2.1%) | 17 (2.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 20 (1.0%) | 30 (5.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 76 (3.6%) | 36 (6.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 64 (3.1%) | 75 (12.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 229 (11.0%) | 76 (13.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 435 (20.8%) | 194 (33.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 422 (20.2%) | 48 (8.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 409 (19.6%) | 25 (4.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 335 (16.1%) | 40 (6.8%) |
| Total | 2,086 (100.0%) | 586 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cook County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 98 (4.7%) | 28 (4.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 198 (9.5%) | 49 (8.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 472 (22.6%) | 153 (26.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 238 (11.4%) | 82 (14.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 375 (18.0%) | 121 (20.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 330 (15.8%) | 61 (10.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 165 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 86 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 124 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,086 (100.0%) | 586 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Cook County
Housing Structures in Cook County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,226 | 83.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 87 | 3.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 52 | 1.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 37 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 64 | 2.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 155 | 5.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 51 | 1.9% |
| Total | 2,672 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cook County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,934 (86.9%) | 292 (13.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 30 (34.5%) | 57 (65.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 (21.1%) | 41 (78.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 11 (29.7%) | 26 (70.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 23 (35.9%) | 41 (64.1%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 37 (23.9%) | 118 (76.1%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 40 (78.4%) | 11 (21.6%) |
| Total | 2,086 (78.1%) | 586 (21.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cook County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 19 (0.9%) | 37 (6.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 130 (6.2%) | 165 (28.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 852 (40.8%) | 228 (38.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 571 (27.4%) | 111 (18.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 514 (24.6%) | 45 (7.7%) |
| Total | 2,086 (100.0%) | 586 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cook County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 59 (2.8%) | 41 (7.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,037 (49.7%) | 237 (40.4%) |
| Electricity | 565 (27.1%) | 256 (43.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 101 (4.8%) | 41 (7.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 324 (15.5%) | 11 (1.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,086 (100.0%) | 586 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Cook County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 44 (2.1%) | 62 (10.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 486 (23.3%) | 340 (58.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 999 (47.9%) | 85 (14.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 557 (26.7%) | 99 (16.9%) |
| Total | 2,086 (100.0%) | 586 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Cook County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cook County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 989 | 1,097 |
| Median Property Value | $281,300 | $293,900 |
| Median Household Income | $67,107 | $195 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $641 | $124 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,468 | $38 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cook County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 34 (3.4%) | 38 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 66 (6.7%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 435 (44.0%) | 533 (48.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 271 (27.4%) | 342 (31.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 146 (14.8%) | 122 (11.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 22 (2.2%) | 32 (2.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 15 (1.5%) | 28 (2.5%) |
| Total | 989 (100.0%) | 1,097 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cook County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 42 (4.3%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 94 (9.5%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 44 (4.4%) | 45 (4.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 130 (13.1%) | 20 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 241 (24.4%) | 99 (9.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 161 (16.3%) | 194 (17.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 137 (13.9%) | 261 (23.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 140 (14.2%) | 272 (24.8%) |
| Total | 989 (100.0%) | 1,097 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cook County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 189 (19.1%) | 87,176 (7,946.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 119 (12.0%) | 309 (28.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 178 (18.0%) | 230 (21.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 488 (49.3%) | 160 (14.6%) |
| Total | 989 (100.0%) | 1,097 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cook County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 72 (7.3%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 108 (10.9%) | 49 (4.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 692 (70.0%) | 230 (21.0%) |
| Total | 989 (100.0%) | 1,097 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Cook County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cook County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 284 (95.0%) | 15 (5.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 551 (97.0%) | 17 (3.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 216 (88.5%) | 28 (11.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 546 (85.1%) | 96 (14.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 567 (93.3%) | 41 (6.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 587 (96.6%) | 21 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 918 (93.4%) | 65 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,061 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 552 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,282 (94.9%) | 283 (5.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cook County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 284 (95.0%) | 15 (5.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 551 (97.0%) | 17 (3.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 216 (88.5%) | 28 (11.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cook County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 369 (89.1%) | 45 (10.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 747 (87.5%) | 107 (12.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,203 (95.9%) | 52 (4.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 929 (97.3%) | 26 (2.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,004 (97.4%) | 53 (2.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cook County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 116 (38.8%) | 228 (76.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 221 (38.9%) | 417 (73.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 46 (18.9%) | 170 (69.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 133 (20.7%) | 413 (64.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 137 (22.5%) | 432 (71.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 104 (17.1%) | 491 (80.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 216 (22.0%) | 722 (73.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,014 (95.6%) | 613 (57.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 552 (100.0%) | 330 (59.8%) |
| Total | 2,539 (45.6%) | 3,816 (68.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cook County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (3.7%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (1.1%) | 33 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 135 (12.2%) | 92 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (16.1%) | 141 (27.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 94 (36.6%) | 130 (44.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cook County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (1.5%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 67 (6.1%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 79 (14.3%) | 22 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 92 (35.8%) | 48 (16.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (1.2%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (2.4%) | 16 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (5.1%) | 32 (10.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (1.1%) | 25 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 29 (2.6%) | 49 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (2.4%) | 26 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (12.1%) | 14 (4.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 92 (8.3%) | 71 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (3.4%) | 90 (17.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (14.8%) | 84 (28.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (2.5%) | 13 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (1.1%) | 26 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (7.0%) | 22 (7.5%) |
Technology Access in Cook County
Computing Device Access in Cook County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,213 | 82.8% |
| Smartphone | 2,148 | 80.4% |
| Tablet | 1,728 | 64.7% |
| No Computing Device | 85 | 3.2% |
| Total | 2,672 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Cook County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 9 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 2,011 | 75.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 407 | 15.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 95 | 3.6% |
| No Internet | 213 | 8.0% |
| Total | 2,672 | 100.0% |
Cook County Summary
County History
Cook County, Minnesota is located in the northeastern part of the state and is the northernmost county in the state. It is bordered by Lake Superior to the north, Lake County to the east, St. Louis County to the south, and Lake of the Woods County to the west. The county was established in 1874 and was named after Major General Edward Cook, a Civil War veteran.
The first inhabitants of the area were the Ojibwe people, who lived in the area for centuries before the arrival of European settlers. The first Europeans to settle in the area were French fur traders, who established trading posts in the area in the late 1700s. The first permanent settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1874.
The county was initially a logging and mining area, with the first sawmill being built in 1875. The logging industry was the main source of employment in the county until the early 1900s, when the mining industry began to decline. The county also had a thriving fishing industry, with the first commercial fishing operation being established in 1883.
The county was also home to several resorts, which were popular with tourists from the Twin Cities area. The resorts were popular until the Great Depression, when they began to decline. The county also had a thriving tourism industry, with many people visiting the area to take advantage of the area’s natural beauty.
Geography
Cook County is located in the northeastern part of Minnesota and is the northernmost county in the state. It is bordered by Lake Superior to the north, Lake County to the east, St. Louis County to the south, and Lake of the Woods County to the west. The county covers an area of 2,945 square miles and has a population of 5,176 people, as of the 2010 census.
The county is mostly covered by forests, with the majority of the land being part of the Superior National Forest. The county also contains several lakes, including Lake Superior, Lake Vermilion, and Lake Saganaga. The county also contains several rivers, including the St. Louis River, the Little Fork River, and the Big Fork River.
The county is home to several state parks, including Grand Portage State Park, Judge C.R. Magney State Park, and Tettegouche State Park. The county also contains several wildlife refuges, including the Sax-Zim Bog Wildlife Management Area and the Superior National Forest.
Economy
Cook County’s economy is largely based on tourism, with the county being home to several resorts and state parks. The county also has a thriving fishing industry, with the commercial fishing industry being the largest employer in the county. The county also has a thriving logging industry, with the logging industry being the second largest employer in the county.
The county also has a thriving mining industry, with the mining industry being the third largest employer in the county. The county also has a thriving agriculture industry, with the farming industry being the fourth largest employer in the county.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Cook County was 5,176 people. The racial makeup of the county was 94.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 4.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,944. The per capita income for the county was $21,944. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Cook County?
Total Population of Cook County is 5,611.
What is the Total Male Population of Cook County?
Total Male Population of Cook County is 2,804.
What is the Total Female Population of Cook County?
Total Female Population of Cook County is 2,807.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cook County?
There are 99.89 Males per 100 Females in Cook County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cook County?
There are 100.11 Females per 100 Males in Cook County.
What is the Median Population Age in Cook County?
Median Population Age in Cook County is 52.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cook County
Average Family Size in Cook County is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cook County
Average Household Size in Cook County is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Cook County?
Per Capita income in Cook County is $44,316.
What is the Median Family Income in Cook County?
Median Family Income in Cook County is $91,315.
What is the Median Household income in Cook County?
Median Household Income in Cook County is $71,937.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cook County?
Income or Wage Gap in Cook County is 8.1%.
Women in Cook County earn 91.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Cook County?
Family Income Deficit in Cook County is $8,585.
Families that are below poverty line in Cook County earn $8,585 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cook County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cook County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cook County?
There are 2,969 People in the Labor Forcein in Cook County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cook County?
60.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Cook County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cook County?
Unemployment Rate in Cook County is 3.1%.