Mower County, MN
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Mower County Overview
40,082
TOTAL POPULATION
20,512
MALE POPULATION
19,570
FEMALE POPULATION
104.81
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,921
PER CAPITA INCOME
$87,333
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,972
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,102
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
20,137
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Mower County Area Codes
Race in Mower County
The most populous races in Mower County are White / Caucasian (32,527 | 81.1%), Hispanic or Latino (5,064 | 12.6%), and Asian (2,185 | 5.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2,185 | 5.4% |
| Black / African American | 1,534 | 3.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 190 | 0.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5,064 | 12.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 65 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 32,527 | 81.1% |
| Two or more Races | 2,171 | 5.4% |
| Some other Race | 1,410 | 3.5% |
| Total | 40,082 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mower County
The most populous ancestries reported in Mower County are German (11,619 | 29.0%), Norwegian (7,306 | 18.2%), Mexican (4,166 | 10.4%), Irish (3,822 | 9.5%), and English (2,277 | 5.7%), together accounting for 72.8% of all Mower County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 200 | 0.5% |
| American | 1,527 | 3.8% |
| Arab | 27 | 0.1% |
| Australian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Bangladeshi | 3 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 153 | 0.4% |
| Bhutanese | 21 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 1 | 0.0% |
| British | 39 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 111 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 24 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 222 | 0.5% |
| Cherokee | 23 | 0.1% |
| Cheyenne | 4 | 0.0% |
| Chilean | 26 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 10 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 36 | 0.1% |
| Cree | 7 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 325 | 0.8% |
| Czech | 771 | 1.9% |
| Czechoslovakian | 102 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 904 | 2.3% |
| Dominican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 744 | 1.9% |
| Eastern European | 64 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 52 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 2 | 0.0% |
| English | 2,277 | 5.7% |
| Ethiopian | 289 | 0.7% |
| European | 437 | 1.1% |
| Finnish | 74 | 0.2% |
| French | 1,312 | 3.3% |
| French American Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 273 | 0.7% |
| German | 11,619 | 29.0% |
| Greek | 37 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 117 | 0.3% |
| Guyanese | 10 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 8 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 157 | 0.4% |
| Indonesian | 1,529 | 3.8% |
| Iranian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 3,822 | 9.5% |
| Italian | 216 | 0.5% |
| Japanese | 123 | 0.3% |
| Korean | 77 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 9 | 0.0% |
| Liberian | 192 | 0.5% |
| Lithuanian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 51 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 4,166 | 10.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 90 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 5 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 103 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 7,306 | 18.2% |
| Pakistani | 128 | 0.3% |
| Pennsylvania German | 31 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 664 | 1.7% |
| Portuguese | 9 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 47 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 124 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 97 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 391 | 1.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 76 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 482 | 1.2% |
| Sioux | 9 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 19 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 8 | 0.0% |
| South American | 123 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 3 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 2 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 47 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 1,353 | 3.4% |
| Sudanese | 555 | 1.4% |
| Swedish | 1,149 | 2.9% |
| Swiss | 69 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 143 | 0.4% |
| Turkish | 3 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 315 | 0.8% |
| Yugoslavian | 1 | 0.0% | View All 91 Rows |
Immigrants in Mower County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mower County came from Latin America (2,056 | 5.1%), Central America (1,770 | 4.4%), Mexico (1,563 | 3.9%), Asia (1,507 | 3.8%), and South Eastern Asia (1,162 | 2.9%), together accounting for 20.1% of all Mower County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 678 | 1.7% |
| Asia | 1,507 | 3.8% |
| Brazil | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cambodia | 30 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 3 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 199 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 1,770 | 4.4% |
| Chile | 26 | 0.1% |
| China | 143 | 0.4% |
| Colombia | 35 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 197 | 0.5% |
| Czechoslovakia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 220 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 207 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 27 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 14 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 33 | 0.1% |
| England | 11 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 110 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 151 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 92 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 1 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 107 | 0.3% |
| Guyana | 10 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 67 | 0.2% |
| India | 79 | 0.2% |
| Iran | 4 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 10 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Kazakhstan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 55 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 59 | 0.2% |
| Laos | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 2,056 | 5.1% |
| Latvia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Liberia | 79 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 1,563 | 3.9% |
| Micronesia | 64 | 0.2% |
| Middle Africa | 10 | 0.0% |
| Moldova | 3 | 0.0% |
| Netherlands | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 145 | 0.4% |
| Northern Europe | 11 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 64 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 70 | 0.2% |
| Russia | 5 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 8 | 0.0% |
| South America | 87 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 138 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 1,162 | 2.9% |
| Southern Europe | 20 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 10 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lanka | 53 | 0.1% |
| Sudan | 145 | 0.4% |
| Thailand | 595 | 1.5% |
| Ukraine | 6 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 54 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 241 | 0.6% |
| Western Europe | 93 | 0.2% | View All 60 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mower County
Sex and Age in Mower County
The most populous age groups in Mower County are 5 to 9 Years (1,567 | 7.6%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,587 | 8.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,272 (6.2%) | 1,379 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,567 (7.6%) | 1,197 (6.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,346 (6.6%) | 1,587 (8.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,490 (7.3%) | 1,231 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,288 (6.3%) | 1,048 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,311 (6.4%) | 1,024 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,103 (5.4%) | 1,193 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,326 (6.5%) | 1,212 (6.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,500 (7.3%) | 1,308 (6.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,128 (5.5%) | 1,017 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,150 (5.6%) | 1,040 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,272 (6.2%) | 1,151 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,331 (6.5%) | 1,213 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,308 (6.4%) | 1,095 (5.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 805 (3.9%) | 788 (4.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 468 (2.3%) | 898 (4.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 467 (2.3%) | 496 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 380 (1.8%) | 693 (3.5%) |
| Total | 20,512 (100.0%) | 19,570 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mower County
Median Family Size in Mower County
The median family size in Mower County is 3.06 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,506 | 14.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.51 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (745 | 7.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.66 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,070 (78.2%) | 3.01 |
| Single Male/Father | 745 (7.2%) | 2.66 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,506 (14.6%) | 3.51 |
| Total Families | 10,321 (100.0%) | 3.06 |
Median Household Size in Mower County
The median household size in Mower County is 2.51 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,506 | 9.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.92 persons per household. non-family households (5,332 | 34.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,070 (51.6%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 745 (4.8%) | 3.22 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,506 (9.6%) | 3.92 |
| Non-family | 5,332 (34.1%) | 1.23 |
| Total Households | 15,653 (100.0%) | 2.51 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mower County
Out of a total of 15,653 households in Mower County, 10,321 (65.9%) are family households, while 5,332 (34.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,794, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,431.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,431 (28.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,794 (30.6%) | 830 (5.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,977 (12.6%) | 63 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,870 (11.9%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,025 (6.6%) | 5 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 363 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 292 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,321 (65.9%) | 5,332 (34.1%) |
Female Fertility in Mower County
Fertility by Age in Mower County
Average fertility rate in Mower County is 96.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 206.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 4 (0.5%) | 3.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 671 (85.4%) | 206.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 111 (14.1%) | 30.0 |
| Total | 786 (100.0%) | 96.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mower County
62.5% of women with births (786) in Mower County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 432 (64.4%) | 239 (35.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 59 (53.1%) | 52 (46.9%) |
| Total | 491 (62.5%) | 295 (37.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Mower County
Average fertility rate in Mower County is 96.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 166.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 30.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 173 (22.0%) | 102.0 |
| High School Diploma | 134 (17.1%) | 71.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 141 (17.9%) | 56.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 237 (30.1%) | 166.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 101 (12.9%) | 160.0 |
| Total | 786 (100.0%) | 96.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mower County
37.5% of women with births in Mower County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 80.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 72.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 48 (27.8%) | 125 (72.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 92 (68.7%) | 42 (31.3%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 98 (69.5%) | 43 (30.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 190 (80.2%) | 47 (19.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 63 (62.4%) | 38 (37.6%) |
| Total | 491 (62.5%) | 295 (37.5%) |
Income in Mower County
Income Overview in Mower County
Per Capita Income in Mower County is $33,921, while median incomes of families and households are $87,333 and $66,972 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 40,082 | $33,921 |
| Median Family Income | 10,321 | $87,333 |
| Mean Family Income | 10,321 | $103,311 |
| Median Household Income | 15,653 | $66,972 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,653 | $86,370 |
| Income Deficit | 10,321 | $9,102 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 40,082 | 22.81% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 40,082 | 77.19¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 40,082 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Mower County
Average Earnings in Mower County are $42,388, $46,031 for men and $35,532 for women, a difference of 22.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 12,030 (56.0%) | $46,031 |
| Female | 9,464 (44.0%) | $35,532 |
| Total | 21,494 (100.0%) | $42,388 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mower County
The most common earnings brackets in Mower County are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (1,182 | 9.8%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (712 | 7.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 475 (4.0%) | 626 (6.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 341 (2.8%) | 338 (3.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 375 (3.1%) | 436 (4.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 221 (1.8%) | 205 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 281 (2.3%) | 293 (3.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 187 (1.5%) | 270 (2.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 197 (1.6%) | 342 (3.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 212 (1.8%) | 292 (3.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 145 (1.2%) | 253 (2.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 362 (3.0%) | 331 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 452 (3.8%) | 683 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 721 (6.0%) | 593 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 596 (5.0%) | 649 (6.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 1,182 (9.8%) | 456 (4.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 995 (8.3%) | 710 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 1,181 (9.8%) | 647 (6.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,158 (9.6%) | 712 (7.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 785 (6.5%) | 476 (5.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,021 (8.5%) | 701 (7.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,143 (9.5%) | 451 (4.8%) |
| Total | 12,030 (100.0%) | 9,464 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mower County
Average earnings in Mower County are $49,230 for men and $39,860 for women, a difference of 19.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $66,488, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $38,641. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,580, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,663.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $38,641 | $32,105 |
| High School Diploma | $46,500 | $28,663 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,530 | $39,007 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,488 | $49,946 |
| Graduate Degree | $62,404 | $70,580 |
| Total | $49,230 | $39,860 |
Family Income in Mower County
Family Income Brackets in Mower County
According to the Mower County family income data, there are 2,188 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 217 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 217 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 237 | 2.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 444 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 537 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,032 | 10.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,889 | 18.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,085 | 20.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,188 | 21.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 877 | 8.5% |
| $200,000+ | 826 | 8.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mower County
5-person families (958 | 9.3%) account for the highest median family income in Mower County with $105,791 per family, while 2-person families (5,122 | 49.6%) have the highest median income of $38,872 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 5,122 (49.6%) | $77,743 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,034 (19.7%) | $87,674 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,619 (15.7%) | $99,313 |
| 5-Person Families | 958 (9.3%) | $105,791 |
| 6-Person Families | 341 (3.3%) | $88,063 |
| 7+ Person Families | 247 (2.4%) | $98,702 |
| Total | 10,321 (100.0%) | $87,333 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mower County
The median family income in Mower County is $87,333, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,204) having the highest median family income of $121,400, while families with 1 earner (3,032) have the lowest median family income of $53,293, accounting for 11.7% and 29.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,521 (14.7%) | $54,397 |
| 1 Earner | 3,032 (29.4%) | $53,293 |
| 2 Earners | 4,564 (44.2%) | $99,988 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,204 (11.7%) | $121,400 |
| Total | 10,321 (100.0%) | $87,333 |
Household Income in Mower County
Household Income Brackets in Mower County
With 3,084 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mower County, accounting for 19.7% of all households. In contrast, only 454 households (2.9%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 454 | 2.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 642 | 4.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,127 | 7.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,096 | 7.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,176 | 13.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,084 | 19.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,551 | 16.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,708 | 17.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 970 | 6.2% |
| $200,000+ | 861 | 5.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mower County
The median household income in Mower County is $66,972, with the highest median household income of $77,895 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,167 households (33.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $51,793, with 766 households (4.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 766 (4.9%) | $51,793 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,167 (33.0%) | $77,895 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 5,182 (33.1%) | $77,368 |
| 65+ Years | 4,538 (29.0%) | $53,858 |
| Total | 15,653 (100.0%) | $66,972 |
Poverty in Mower County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mower County
With 10.5% poverty level for males and 13.3% for females among the residents of Mower County, 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 184 males (43.2%) and 140 females (28.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 166 (13.1%) | 310 (22.6%) |
| 5 Years | 184 (43.2%) | 16 (8.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 311 (17.1%) | 257 (16.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 60 (10.6%) | 136 (15.1%) |
| 15 Years | 142 (34.1%) | 15 (6.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 113 (17.5%) | 140 (28.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 90 (5.5%) | 298 (20.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 242 (10.1%) | 311 (14.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 185 (6.6%) | 252 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 183 (8.1%) | 105 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 205 (7.9%) | 250 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 144 (6.9%) | 279 (15.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (7.4%) | 180 (9.4%) |
| Total | 2,116 (10.5%) | 2,549 (13.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mower County
According to the poverty statistics in Mower County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.5% of males and 94.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,104 (86.9%) | 1,065 (77.4%) |
| 5 Years | 242 (56.8%) | 167 (91.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,505 (82.9%) | 1,354 (84.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 508 (89.4%) | 766 (84.9%) |
| 15 Years | 275 (65.9%) | 214 (93.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 532 (82.5%) | 351 (71.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,545 (94.5%) | 1,185 (79.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,156 (89.9%) | 1,906 (86.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,614 (93.4%) | 2,265 (90.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,077 (91.9%) | 1,934 (94.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,387 (92.1%) | 2,103 (89.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,941 (93.1%) | 1,565 (84.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,137 (92.6%) | 1,737 (90.6%) |
| Total | 18,023 (89.5%) | 16,612 (86.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mower County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mower County show that 3.6% or 288 of the total 8,070 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 48.3%, comprising of 73 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.0%, which includes 21 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,780 (96.9%) | 153 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,155 (99.0%) | 21 (1.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 769 (94.9%) | 41 (5.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 78 (51.7%) | 73 (48.3%) |
| Total | 7,782 (96.4%) | 288 (3.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mower County
According to the poverty data in Mower County, 15.0% or 112 single-father households and 26.6% or 401 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 households (34.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 347 households (34.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 15 (7.7%) | 6 (1.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 67 (15.0%) | 347 (34.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 30 (34.5%) | 48 (34.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 112 (15.0%) | 401 (26.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mower County
The poverty data for Mower County shows that 288 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 513 of the single-parent households (22.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 73 households (48.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 78 household (34.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 153 (3.1%) | 21 (3.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 21 (1.0%) | 414 (28.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 41 (5.1%) | 78 (34.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 73 (48.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 288 (3.6%) | 513 (22.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mower County
Employment by Class of Employer in Mower County
Among the 19,181 employed individuals in Mower County, private company employees (12,515 | 65.2%), not-for-profit organizations (2,783 | 14.5%), and local government employees (1,572 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 12,515 | 65.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 596 | 3.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,068 | 5.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,783 | 14.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,572 | 8.2% |
| State Government Employees | 450 | 2.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 144 | 0.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 53 | 0.3% |
| Total | 19,181 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mower County
According to the labor force statistics for Mower County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (31,076), 64.8% or 20,137 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 644 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.9% or 2,099 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.9% or 179 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,001 (48.5%) | 179 (17.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,023 (86.6%) | 101 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,099 (89.9%) | 73 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,892 (82.4%) | 81 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,501 (84.2%) | 63 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,706 (85.5%) | 67 (1.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,941 (80.1%) | 43 (2.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,621 (63.7%) | 19 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,163 (29.1%) | 12 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 191 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 20,137 (64.8%) | 644 (3.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mower County
According to labor force statistics for Mower County, 81.8% of individuals (15,770) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (19,279) are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 347 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 85.0% or 4,041 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.6% or 174 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,270 (71.0%) | 30 (1.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,829 (79.2%) | 219 (3.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 5,623 (84.7%) | 93 (1.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,041 (85.0%) | 86 (1.8%) |
| Total | 15,770 (81.8%) | 424 (2.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mower County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mower County are Community & Social Service (1,699 | 8.7%), Management (1,675 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,163 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (1,092 | 5.6%), and Business & Financial (837 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mower County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (78.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (71.6%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (69.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (85.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.4%), and Health Technologists (84.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,093 (65.2%) | 582 (34.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 370 (44.2%) | 467 (55.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 403 (71.6%) | 160 (28.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 120 (66.7%) | 60 (33.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 145 (78.4%) | 40 (21.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 138 (69.7%) | 60 (30.3%) |
| Community & Social Service | 526 (31.0%) | 1,173 (69.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 201 (52.5%) | 182 (47.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 34 (38.6%) | 54 (61.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 271 (24.8%) | 821 (75.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 20 (14.7%) | 116 (85.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 182 (15.7%) | 981 (84.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 113 (16.0%) | 595 (84.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,574 (43.4%) | 3,363 (56.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,883 (55.8%) | 8,611 (44.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mower County are Cleaning & Maintenance (832 | 4.3%), Healthcare Support (816 | 4.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (813 | 4.2%), Personal Care & Service (500 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (177 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mower County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (96.8%), Security & Protection (75.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (64.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.7%), Personal Care & Service (78.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 76 (9.3%) | 740 (90.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 134 (75.7%) | 43 (24.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 73 (64.0%) | 41 (36.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 61 (96.8%) | 2 (3.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 236 (29.0%) | 577 (71.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 501 (60.2%) | 331 (39.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 109 (21.8%) | 391 (78.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,056 (33.7%) | 2,082 (66.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,883 (55.8%) | 8,611 (44.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mower County are Office & Administration (1,806 | 9.3%), and Sales & Related (1,160 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 628 (54.1%) | 532 (45.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 289 (16.0%) | 1,517 (84.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 917 (30.9%) | 2,049 (69.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,883 (55.8%) | 8,611 (44.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mower County are Construction & Extraction (1,096 | 5.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (902 | 4.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (162 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 137 (84.6%) | 25 (15.4%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,089 (99.4%) | 7 (0.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 879 (97.5%) | 23 (2.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,105 (97.5%) | 55 (2.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,883 (55.8%) | 8,611 (44.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mower County are Production (3,005 | 15.4%), Material Moving (1,345 | 6.9%), and Transportation (943 | 4.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 2,301 (76.6%) | 704 (23.4%) |
| Transportation | 898 (95.2%) | 45 (4.8%) |
| Material Moving | 1,032 (76.7%) | 313 (23.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,231 (79.9%) | 1,062 (20.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,883 (55.8%) | 8,611 (44.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mower County
Employment Industries in Mower County
The major employment industries in Mower County include Manufacturing (5,284 | 27.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,547 | 18.2%), Educational Services (1,668 | 8.6%), Retail Trade (1,615 | 8.3%), and Construction (1,366 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mower County
The Mower County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (94.9%), and Construction (94.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (81.6%), Finance & Insurance (81.0%), and Public Administration (67.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 504 (78.3%) | 140 (21.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,285 (94.1%) | 81 (5.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 3,977 (75.3%) | 1,307 (24.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 248 (85.5%) | 42 (14.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 814 (50.4%) | 801 (49.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 531 (84.4%) | 98 (15.6%) |
| Utilities | 173 (80.5%) | 42 (19.5%) |
| Information | 78 (63.4%) | 45 (36.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 83 (19.0%) | 354 (81.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 111 (68.9%) | 50 (31.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 230 (46.8%) | 262 (53.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 37 (94.9%) | 2 (5.1%) |
| Administrative & Support | 477 (67.4%) | 231 (32.6%) |
| Educational Services | 649 (38.9%) | 1,019 (61.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 652 (18.4%) | 2,895 (81.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 93 (50.5%) | 91 (49.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 314 (37.2%) | 529 (62.7%) |
| Public Administration | 130 (32.5%) | 270 (67.5%) |
| Total | 10,883 (55.8%) | 8,611 (44.2%) |
Education in Mower County
School Enrollment in Mower County
The most common levels of schooling among the 9,669 students in Mower County are middle school (2,391 | 24.7%), high school (2,299 | 23.8%), and elementary school (2,114 | 21.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 718 | 7.4% |
| Kindergarten | 617 | 6.4% |
| Elementary School | 2,114 | 21.9% |
| Middle School | 2,391 | 24.7% |
| High School | 2,299 | 23.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,250 | 12.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 280 | 2.9% |
| Total | 9,669 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mower County
Out of a total of 9,669 students who are enrolled in schools in Mower County, 1,025 (10.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,644 (89.4%) 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 181 (38.8% 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 543 (94.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 285 (61.2%) | 181 (38.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,470 (92.5%) | 199 (7.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,619 (92.4%) | 214 (7.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,663 (93.5%) | 116 (6.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 543 (94.4%) | 32 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 465 (84.7%) | 84 (15.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 311 (71.7%) | 123 (28.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 289 (79.4%) | 75 (20.6%) |
| Total | 8,644 (89.4%) | 1,025 (10.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mower County
Education (1,535 | 21.6%), business (1,387 | 19.6%), science & technology (880 | 12.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (788 | 11.1%), and arts & humanities (455 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 7,094 individuals in Mower County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 205 | 2.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 788 | 11.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 87 | 1.2% |
| Psychology | 262 | 3.7% |
| Social Sciences | 441 | 6.2% |
| Engineering | 157 | 2.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 32 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 880 | 12.4% |
| Business | 1,387 | 19.6% |
| Education | 1,535 | 21.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 173 | 2.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 428 | 6.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 75 | 1.1% |
| Communications | 189 | 2.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 455 | 6.4% |
| Total | 7,094 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mower County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mower County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mower County are males with 2 vehicles (4,125, accounting for 38.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,233, making up 49.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 305 (2.9%) | 182 (2.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,193 (20.6%) | 1,679 (20.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,125 (38.8%) | 3,233 (38.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,593 (24.4%) | 2,105 (25.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 886 (8.3%) | 762 (9.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 542 (5.1%) | 420 (5.0%) |
| Total | 10,644 (100.0%) | 8,381 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mower County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mower County are 5 to 9 minutes (5,153 commuters, 28.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (3,456 commuters, 19.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,548 commuters, 8.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,423 | 7.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 5,153 | 28.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,456 | 19.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,548 | 8.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,391 | 7.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 603 | 3.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,126 | 6.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 608 | 3.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 406 | 2.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,469 | 8.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 499 | 2.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 376 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mower County
The most common commute times in Mower County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,786 commuters, 27.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (2,367 commuters, 30.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 883 (8.7%) | 540 (6.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,786 (27.4%) | 2,367 (30.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,653 (16.2%) | 1,803 (22.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 864 (8.5%) | 684 (8.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 851 (8.4%) | 540 (6.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 360 (3.5%) | 243 (3.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 568 (5.6%) | 558 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 423 (4.2%) | 185 (2.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 190 (1.9%) | 216 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,041 (10.2%) | 428 (5.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 354 (3.5%) | 145 (1.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 215 (2.1%) | 161 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mower County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mower County are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,410, 13.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,278, 16.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 916 (9.0%) | 487 (6.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 738 (7.2%) | 191 (2.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 857 (8.4%) | 494 (6.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,154 (11.3%) | 663 (8.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,263 (12.4%) | 795 (10.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,170 (11.5%) | 1,278 (16.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 768 (7.5%) | 1,059 (13.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 615 (6.0%) | 458 (5.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 203 (2.0%) | 259 (3.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 184 (1.8%) | 281 (3.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 88 (0.9%) | 177 (2.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 180 (1.8%) | 33 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,410 (13.8%) | 845 (10.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 642 (6.3%) | 850 (10.8%) |
| Total | 10,188 (100.0%) | 7,870 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mower County
Occupancy by Ownership in Mower County
Of the total 15,653 dwellings in Mower County, owner-occupied units account for 11,744 (75.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,909 (25.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,744 | 75.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,909 | 25.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,653 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mower County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,431 | 28.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,624 | 35.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,040 | 13.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,558 | 22.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,653 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mower County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,428 (54.8%) | 2,003 (45.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,792 (85.2%) | 832 (14.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,706 (83.6%) | 334 (16.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,818 (79.2%) | 740 (20.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 11,744 (75.0%) | 3,909 (25.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mower County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 744 (54.7%) | 615 (45.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,486 (67.3%) | 1,694 (32.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 4,277 (81.7%) | 956 (18.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,237 (83.4%) | 644 (16.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mower County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 3,016 | 19.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,917 | 18.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,299 | 14.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,883 | 18.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,349 | 15.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,532 | 9.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 657 | 4.2% |
| Total | 15,653 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mower County
Median Income by Occupancy in Mower County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 11,744 (75.0%) | $82,245 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,909 (25.0%) | $39,223 |
| Average | 15,653 (100.0%) | $66,972 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mower County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 111 (0.9%) | 131 (3.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 85 (0.7%) | 122 (3.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 202 (1.7%) | 439 (11.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 198 (1.7%) | 307 (7.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 252 (2.1%) | 367 (9.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 702 (6.0%) | 393 (10.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,352 (11.5%) | 818 (20.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,288 (19.5%) | 789 (20.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,313 (19.7%) | 239 (6.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,500 (21.3%) | 209 (5.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,741 (14.8%) | 95 (2.4%) |
| Total | 11,744 (100.0%) | 3,909 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mower County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 594 (5.1%) | 174 (4.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,627 (13.9%) | 355 (9.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,354 (20.0%) | 1,245 (31.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,678 (14.3%) | 639 (16.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,827 (24.1%) | 992 (25.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,427 (12.1%) | 117 (3.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 733 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 234 (2.0%) | 34 (0.9%) |
| $3,000 or more | 270 (2.3%) | 54 (1.4%) |
| Total | 11,744 (100.0%) | 3,909 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mower County
Housing Structures in Mower County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 12,323 | 78.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 498 | 3.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 296 | 1.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 293 | 1.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 394 | 2.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,493 | 9.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 356 | 2.3% |
| Total | 15,653 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mower County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 10,906 (88.5%) | 1,417 (11.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 375 (75.3%) | 123 (24.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 46 (15.5%) | 250 (84.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 38 (13.0%) | 255 (87.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2 (0.5%) | 392 (99.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 87 (5.8%) | 1,406 (94.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 290 (81.5%) | 66 (18.5%) |
| Total | 11,744 (75.0%) | 3,909 (25.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mower County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 171 (4.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 190 (1.6%) | 1,186 (30.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,806 (23.9%) | 1,542 (39.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,993 (34.0%) | 796 (20.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 4,755 (40.5%) | 214 (5.5%) |
| Total | 11,744 (100.0%) | 3,909 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mower County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 7,829 (66.7%) | 2,010 (51.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,500 (21.3%) | 283 (7.2%) |
| Electricity | 1,140 (9.7%) | 1,344 (34.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 49 (0.4%) | 22 (0.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 182 (1.5%) | 143 (3.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 44 (0.4%) | 107 (2.7%) |
| Total | 11,744 (100.0%) | 3,909 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mower County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 267 (2.3%) | 663 (17.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,428 (20.7%) | 2,284 (58.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5,163 (44.0%) | 739 (18.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,886 (33.1%) | 223 (5.7%) |
| Total | 11,744 (100.0%) | 3,909 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mower County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mower County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,548 | 7,196 |
| Median Property Value | $147,500 | $162,900 |
| Median Household Income | $66,832 | $1,159 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $519 | $245 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,726 | $145 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mower County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 238 (5.2%) | 384 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,153 (25.4%) | 1,124 (15.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,358 (51.8%) | 4,527 (62.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 597 (13.1%) | 885 (12.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 129 (2.8%) | 190 (2.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 22 (0.5%) | 40 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 51 (1.1%) | 46 (0.6%) |
| Total | 4,548 (100.0%) | 7,196 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mower County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 143 (3.1%) | 177 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 371 (8.2%) | 53 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 360 (7.9%) | 281 (3.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 613 (13.5%) | 342 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,087 (23.9%) | 739 (10.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 635 (14.0%) | 1,201 (16.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 757 (16.6%) | 1,678 (23.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 582 (12.8%) | 1,743 (24.2%) |
| Total | 4,548 (100.0%) | 7,196 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mower County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,130 (46.8%) | 90,716 (1,260.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 796 (17.5%) | 3,946 (54.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 425 (9.3%) | 1,581 (22.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,169 (25.7%) | 763 (10.6%) |
| Total | 4,548 (100.0%) | 7,196 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mower County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 661 (14.5%) | 13 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,200 (26.4%) | 1,221 (17.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,411 (53.0%) | 2,109 (29.3%) |
| Total | 4,548 (100.0%) | 7,196 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mower County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mower County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,109 (95.4%) | 151 (4.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,096 (96.4%) | 265 (3.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,822 (90.2%) | 305 (9.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,825 (91.5%) | 356 (8.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,021 (94.5%) | 295 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,099 (95.4%) | 200 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,713 (95.3%) | 232 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,898 (99.2%) | 31 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,145 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 37,728 (95.4%) | 1,835 (4.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mower County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,109 (95.4%) | 151 (4.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,096 (96.4%) | 265 (3.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,822 (90.2%) | 305 (9.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mower County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,076 (94.4%) | 181 (5.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,650 (94.0%) | 422 (6.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7,262 (91.0%) | 722 (9.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,118 (97.5%) | 185 (2.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 13,290 (97.6%) | 325 (2.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mower County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,340 (41.1%) | 2,185 (67.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,791 (37.9%) | 5,135 (69.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 852 (27.3%) | 2,138 (68.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 803 (19.2%) | 3,227 (77.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,316 (24.8%) | 3,942 (74.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 783 (18.2%) | 3,521 (81.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,172 (23.7%) | 3,846 (77.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,589 (91.3%) | 2,713 (69.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,123 (99.3%) | 2,258 (71.8%) |
| Total | 15,769 (39.9%) | 28,965 (73.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mower County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 346 (8.7%) | 148 (4.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 305 (7.5%) | 231 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 790 (10.3%) | 1,047 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 304 (14.6%) | 386 (20.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 553 (45.0%) | 631 (32.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mower County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.2%) | 34 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 65 (1.6%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 194 (2.5%) | 210 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 203 (9.7%) | 114 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 348 (28.3%) | 234 (12.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (0.5%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.2%) | 36 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 86 (1.1%) | 136 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (2.5%) | 34 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 102 (8.3%) | 65 (3.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 262 (6.6%) | 104 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 246 (6.1%) | 150 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 456 (6.0%) | 528 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (2.6%) | 86 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 115 (9.4%) | 127 (6.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 78 (2.0%) | 39 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.3%) | 39 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 330 (4.3%) | 578 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 122 (5.9%) | 275 (14.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 322 (26.2%) | 475 (24.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 78 (2.0%) | 31 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.4%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 124 (1.6%) | 255 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (3.1%) | 58 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 142 (11.6%) | 145 (7.6%) |
Technology Access in Mower County
Computing Device Access in Mower County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 11,727 | 74.9% |
| Smartphone | 13,484 | 86.1% |
| Tablet | 9,354 | 59.8% |
| No Computing Device | 1,074 | 6.9% |
| Total | 15,653 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mower County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 49 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 10,576 | 67.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,044 | 13.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,420 | 9.1% |
| No Internet | 1,998 | 12.8% |
| Total | 15,653 | 100.0% |
Mower County Summary
Mower County is located in the southeastern corner of Minnesota, and is part of the Austin-Albert Lea-Rochester metropolitan statistical area. The county was established in 1855 and named after John Mower, a soldier in the War of 1812. The county seat is Austin, and the population was estimated to be 39,163 in 2019.
Geography
Mower County is located in the southeastern corner of Minnesota, and is bordered by Freeborn County to the north, Fillmore County to the east, Olmsted County to the south, and Dodge and Steele Counties to the west. The county covers an area of 576 square miles, and is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The county is drained by the Cedar River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Louise, Lake Tetonka, and Lake Chapeau.
Climate
Mower County has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and hot, humid summers. The average annual temperature is around 40°F, and the average annual precipitation is around 30 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Mower County was 39,163, with a population density of 68 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 94.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Mower County is home to several large employers, including Hormel Foods, Austin Public Schools, and Mayo Clinic Health System. The county is also home to several small businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The county is also home to several agricultural operations, including dairy, beef, and poultry farms.
The county is served by two major highways, Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 218. The county is also served by the Austin Municipal Airport, which offers daily flights to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Conclusion
Mower County is a rural county located in the southeastern corner of Minnesota. The county is home to several large employers, including Hormel Foods, Austin Public Schools, and Mayo Clinic Health System. The county is also home to several small businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The county is served by two major highways, Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 218, and is also served by the Austin Municipal Airport. The population of Mower County was estimated to be 39,163 in 2019.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mower County?
Total Population of Mower County is 40,082.
What is the Total Male Population of Mower County?
Total Male Population of Mower County is 20,512.
What is the Total Female Population of Mower County?
Total Female Population of Mower County is 19,570.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mower County?
There are 104.81 Males per 100 Females in Mower County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mower County?
There are 95.41 Females per 100 Males in Mower County.
What is the Median Population Age in Mower County?
Median Population Age in Mower County is 39.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mower County
Average Family Size in Mower County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mower County
Average Household Size in Mower County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mower County?
Per Capita income in Mower County is $33,921.
What is the Median Family Income in Mower County?
Median Family Income in Mower County is $87,333.
What is the Median Household income in Mower County?
Median Household Income in Mower County is $66,972.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mower County?
Income or Wage Gap in Mower County is 22.8%.
Women in Mower County earn 77.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mower County?
Family Income Deficit in Mower County is $9,102.
Families that are below poverty line in Mower County earn $9,102 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mower County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mower County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mower County?
There are 20,137 People in the Labor Forcein in Mower County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mower County?
64.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Mower County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mower County?
Unemployment Rate in Mower County is 3.2%.