Murray County, MN
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Murray County Overview
8,170
TOTAL POPULATION
4,110
MALE POPULATION
4,060
FEMALE POPULATION
101.23
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.78
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,783
PER CAPITA INCOME
$91,948
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,828
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,157
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Murray County Area Codes
Race in Murray County
The most populous races in Murray County are White / Caucasian (7,516 | 92.0%), Hispanic or Latino (380 | 4.6%), and Two or more Races (264 | 3.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 117 | 1.4% |
| Black / African American | 47 | 0.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 380 | 4.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 2 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,516 | 92.0% |
| Two or more Races | 264 | 3.2% |
| Some other Race | 224 | 2.7% |
| Total | 8,170 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Murray County
The most populous ancestries reported in Murray County are German (3,642 | 44.6%), Norwegian (1,224 | 15.0%), Dutch (923 | 11.3%), Irish (612 | 7.5%), and Swedish (397 | 4.9%), together accounting for 83.2% of all Murray County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 305 | 3.7% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 112 | 1.4% |
| Bhutanese | 14 | 0.2% |
| British | 22 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 203 | 2.5% |
| Central American Indian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 3 | 0.0% |
| Chilean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 7 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 7 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 53 | 0.6% |
| Czechoslovakian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 104 | 1.3% |
| Dutch | 923 | 11.3% |
| English | 260 | 3.2% |
| Estonian | 9 | 0.1% |
| European | 70 | 0.9% |
| Finnish | 22 | 0.3% |
| French | 203 | 2.5% |
| French Canadian | 21 | 0.3% |
| German | 3,642 | 44.6% |
| Greek | 7 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 52 | 0.6% |
| Honduran | 35 | 0.4% |
| Hungarian | 28 | 0.3% |
| Indian (Asian) | 7 | 0.1% |
| Indonesian | 120 | 1.5% |
| Irish | 612 | 7.5% |
| Italian | 23 | 0.3% |
| Korean | 19 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 11 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 152 | 1.9% |
| New Zealander | 6 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 18 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 1,224 | 15.0% |
| Pakistani | 16 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 55 | 0.7% |
| Portuguese | 14 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 14 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 25 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 116 | 1.4% |
| Scandinavian | 62 | 0.8% |
| Scotch-Irish | 14 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 29 | 0.4% |
| Sioux | 28 | 0.3% |
| Slovak | 3 | 0.0% |
| South African | 3 | 0.0% |
| South American | 2 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 2 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 3 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 397 | 4.9% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 10 | 0.1% | View All 57 Rows |
Immigrants in Murray County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Murray County came from Latin America (178 | 2.2%), Central America (160 | 2.0%), Asia (66 | 0.8%), South Eastern Asia (66 | 0.8%), and El Salvador (57 | 0.7%), together accounting for 6.5% of all Murray County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 18 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 66 | 0.8% |
| Cameroon | 15 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 160 | 2.0% |
| Chile | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 6 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 57 | 0.7% |
| England | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 14 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 24 | 0.3% |
| Guyana | 14 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 52 | 0.6% |
| Hungary | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 178 | 2.2% |
| Mexico | 27 | 0.3% |
| Middle Africa | 15 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 5 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 3 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| South America | 18 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 66 | 0.8% |
| Thailand | 37 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 6 | 0.1% | View All 29 Rows |
Sex and Age in Murray County
Sex and Age in Murray County
The most populous age groups in Murray County are 65 to 69 Years (348 | 8.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (340 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 197 (4.8%) | 229 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 269 (6.6%) | 198 (4.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 284 (6.9%) | 273 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 227 (5.5%) | 270 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 213 (5.2%) | 195 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 174 (4.2%) | 160 (3.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 177 (4.3%) | 169 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 195 (4.7%) | 202 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 266 (6.5%) | 223 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 212 (5.2%) | 227 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 223 (5.4%) | 225 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 286 (7.0%) | 279 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 339 (8.3%) | 340 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 348 (8.5%) | 331 (8.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 256 (6.2%) | 204 (5.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 182 (4.4%) | 164 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 147 (3.6%) | 137 (3.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 115 (2.8%) | 234 (5.8%) |
| Total | 4,110 (100.0%) | 4,060 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Murray County
Median Family Size in Murray County
The median family size in Murray County is 2.86 persons per family, with single female/mother families (213 | 9.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (111 | 5.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,917 (85.5%) | 2.86 |
| Single Male/Father | 111 (5.0%) | 2.50 |
| Single Female/Mother | 213 (9.5%) | 3.03 |
| Total Families | 2,241 (100.0%) | 2.86 |
Median Household Size in Murray County
The median household size in Murray County is 2.28 persons per household, with single female/mother households (213 | 6.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (1,291 | 36.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,917 (54.3%) | 2.88 |
| Single Male/Father | 111 (3.1%) | 3.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 213 (6.0%) | 3.16 |
| Non-family | 1,291 (36.5%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 3,532 (100.0%) | 2.28 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Murray County
Out of a total of 3,532 households in Murray County, 2,241 (63.4%) are family households, while 1,291 (36.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,380, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,123.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,123 (31.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,380 (39.1%) | 157 (4.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 288 (8.2%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 295 (8.4%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 154 (4.4%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 102 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 22 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,241 (63.4%) | 1,291 (36.5%) |
Female Fertility in Murray County
Fertility by Age in Murray County
Average fertility rate in Murray County is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 107.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.9% 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 | 56 (78.9%) | 107.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 15 (21.1%) | 21.0 |
| Total | 71 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Murray County
97.2% of women with births (71) in Murray County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 3.6% 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 | 54 (96.4%) | 2 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 69 (97.2%) | 2 (2.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Murray County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 21 (29.6%) | 69.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 14 (19.7%) | 28.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 32 (45.1%) | 103.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 4 (5.6%) | 48.0 |
| Total | 71 (100.0%) | 47.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Murray County
2.8% of women with births in Murray County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 9.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 19 (90.5%) | 2 (9.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 69 (97.2%) | 2 (2.8%) |
Income in Murray County
Income Overview in Murray County
Per Capita Income in Murray County is $38,783, while median incomes of families and households are $91,948 and $71,500 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 8,170 | $38,783 |
| Median Family Income | 2,241 | $91,948 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,241 | $107,426 |
| Median Household Income | 3,532 | $71,500 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,532 | $86,878 |
| Income Deficit | 2,241 | $13,828 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 8,170 | 29.53% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 8,170 | 70.47¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 8,170 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Murray County
Average Earnings in Murray County are $39,394, $46,234 for men and $32,583 for women, a difference of 29.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,492 (54.3%) | $46,234 |
| Female | 2,097 (45.7%) | $32,583 |
| Total | 4,589 (100.0%) | $39,394 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Murray County
The most common earnings brackets in Murray County are $100,000+ for men (320 | 12.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (158 | 7.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 107 (4.3%) | 158 (7.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 106 (4.3%) | 38 (1.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 65 (2.6%) | 95 (4.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 39 (1.6%) | 118 (5.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 59 (2.4%) | 77 (3.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 57 (2.3%) | 72 (3.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 49 (2.0%) | 52 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 34 (1.4%) | 45 (2.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 32 (1.3%) | 85 (4.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 78 (3.1%) | 68 (3.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 131 (5.3%) | 158 (7.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 120 (4.8%) | 155 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 199 (8.0%) | 138 (6.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 131 (5.3%) | 120 (5.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 128 (5.1%) | 97 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 183 (7.3%) | 77 (3.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 211 (8.5%) | 145 (6.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 171 (6.9%) | 128 (6.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 272 (10.9%) | 133 (6.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 320 (12.8%) | 138 (6.6%) |
| Total | 2,492 (100.0%) | 2,097 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Murray County
Average earnings in Murray County are $50,783 for men and $36,885 for women, a difference of 27.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $74,792, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,259. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,938, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,900.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,259 | $21,900 |
| High School Diploma | $39,375 | $30,066 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,882 | $35,441 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $67,750 | $47,898 |
| Graduate Degree | $74,792 | $70,938 |
| Total | $50,783 | $36,885 |
Family Income in Murray County
Family Income Brackets in Murray County
According to the Murray County family income data, there are 560 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 20 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 25 | 1.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 20 | 0.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 83 | 3.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 108 | 4.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 197 | 8.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 394 | 17.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 428 | 19.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 560 | 25.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 220 | 9.8% |
| $200,000+ | 204 | 9.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Murray County
4-person families (277 | 12.4%) account for the highest median family income in Murray County with $111,513 per family, while 2-person families (1,416 | 63.2%) have the highest median income of $41,000 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,416 (63.2%) | $82,000 |
| 3-Person Families | 280 (12.5%) | $97,500 |
| 4-Person Families | 277 (12.4%) | $111,513 |
| 5-Person Families | 162 (7.2%) | $106,591 |
| 6-Person Families | 87 (3.9%) | $106,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 19 (0.9%) | $69,583 |
| Total | 2,241 (100.0%) | $91,948 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Murray County
The median family income in Murray County is $91,948, with families comprising 3+ earners (191) having the highest median family income of $124,750, while families with no earners (360) have the lowest median family income of $57,500, accounting for 8.5% and 16.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 360 (16.1%) | $57,500 |
| 1 Earner | 595 (26.6%) | $67,443 |
| 2 Earners | 1,095 (48.9%) | $110,529 |
| 3+ Earners | 191 (8.5%) | $124,750 |
| Total | 2,241 (100.0%) | $91,948 |
Household Income in Murray County
Household Income Brackets in Murray County
With 668 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Murray County, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 78 households (2.2%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 78 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 215 | 6.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 237 | 6.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 265 | 7.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 438 | 12.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 600 | 17.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 576 | 16.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 668 | 18.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 226 | 6.4% |
| $200,000+ | 230 | 6.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Murray County
The median household income in Murray County is $71,500, with the highest median household income of $87,833 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,214 households (34.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,234, with 149 households (4.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 149 (4.2%) | $45,234 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 811 (23.0%) | $82,165 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,214 (34.4%) | $87,833 |
| 65+ Years | 1,358 (38.5%) | $49,773 |
| Total | 3,532 (100.0%) | $71,500 |
Poverty in Murray County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Murray County
With 6.3% poverty level for males and 8.5% for females among the residents of Murray County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 9 males (25.0%) and 79 females (29.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 22 (11.2%) | 10 (4.4%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (8.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 25 (6.5%) | 17 (6.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 16 (14.4%) | 7 (4.6%) |
| 15 Years | 9 (25.0%) | 4 (7.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 7 (6.9%) | 8 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 31 (10.2%) | 79 (29.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 12 (3.4%) | 15 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 31 (6.7%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9 (2.1%) | 13 (2.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 25 (4.0%) | 47 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (8.1%) | 43 (8.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (5.2%) | 72 (14.6%) |
| Total | 258 (6.3%) | 337 (8.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Murray County
According to the poverty statistics in Murray County, males aged 5 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 97.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 174 (88.8%) | 216 (95.6%) |
| 5 Years | 40 (100.0%) | 46 (92.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 357 (93.5%) | 236 (93.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 95 (85.6%) | 144 (95.4%) |
| 15 Years | 27 (75.0%) | 50 (92.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 94 (93.1%) | 131 (94.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 272 (89.8%) | 193 (71.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 339 (96.6%) | 314 (95.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 430 (93.3%) | 406 (95.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 426 (97.9%) | 439 (97.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 600 (96.0%) | 563 (92.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 555 (91.9%) | 479 (91.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 402 (94.8%) | 421 (85.4%) |
| Total | 3,811 (93.7%) | 3,638 (91.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Murray County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Murray County show that 1.7% or 33 of the total 1,917 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 20.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.4%, which includes 18 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,302 (98.6%) | 18 (1.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 359 (97.8%) | 8 (2.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 211 (98.1%) | 4 (1.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (80.0%) | 3 (20.0%) |
| Total | 1,884 (98.3%) | 33 (1.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Murray County
According to the poverty data in Murray County, 10.8% or 12 single-father households and 9.4% or 20 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 5 households (62.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 7 (12.1%) | 11 (9.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (62.5%) | 4 (19.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 12 (10.8%) | 20 (9.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Murray County
The poverty data for Murray County shows that 33 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 32 of the single-parent households (9.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (20.0%) 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 | 18 (1.4%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (2.2%) | 18 (10.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (1.9%) | 9 (31.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (20.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 33 (1.7%) | 32 (9.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Murray County
Employment by Class of Employer in Murray County
Among the 3,979 employed individuals in Murray County, private company employees (2,359 | 59.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (459 | 11.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (375 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,359 | 59.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 268 | 6.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 459 | 11.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 375 | 9.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 366 | 9.2% |
| State Government Employees | 86 | 2.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 50 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 16 | 0.4% |
| Total | 3,979 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Murray County
According to the labor force statistics for Murray County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,630), 62.7% or 4,157 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 125 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 97.4% or 337 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.6% or 40 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 228 (56.0%) | 40 (17.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 355 (87.0%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 295 (88.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 337 (97.4%) | 12 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 760 (85.8%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 782 (88.2%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 438 (77.5%) | 22 (5.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 460 (67.7%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 417 (36.6%) | 6 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,157 (62.7%) | 125 (3.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Murray County
According to labor force statistics for Murray County, 83.1% of individuals (3,072) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,697) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 71 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 85.2% or 772 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.5% or 15 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 232 (79.7%) | 19 (6.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 914 (82.6%) | 28 (2.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,154 (82.8%) | 31 (2.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 772 (85.2%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| Total | 3,072 (83.1%) | 85 (2.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Murray County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Murray County are Management (651 | 16.2%), Community & Social Service (360 | 8.9%), Education Instruction & Library (245 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (224 | 5.6%), and Health Technologists (173 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Murray County, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (71.3%), Life, Physical & Social Science (69.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (55.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (94.6%), and Health Technologists (94.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 464 (71.3%) | 187 (28.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 43 (39.1%) | 67 (60.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 64 (55.6%) | 51 (44.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 15 (51.7%) | 14 (48.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 26 (49.1%) | 27 (50.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 23 (69.7%) | 10 (30.3%) |
| Community & Social Service | 112 (31.1%) | 248 (68.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 45 (48.9%) | 47 (51.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 62 (25.3%) | 183 (74.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 5 (26.3%) | 14 (73.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 12 (5.4%) | 212 (94.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 10 (5.8%) | 163 (94.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 695 (47.6%) | 765 (52.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,145 (53.2%) | 1,886 (46.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Murray County are Healthcare Support (249 | 6.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (158 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (97 | 2.4%), Personal Care & Service (69 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (29 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Murray County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (58.8%), Law Enforcement (56.2%), and Security & Protection (34.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (92.3%), Healthcare Support (83.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (83.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 40 (16.1%) | 209 (83.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 10 (34.5%) | 19 (65.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 1 (7.7%) | 12 (92.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 9 (56.2%) | 7 (43.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 26 (16.5%) | 132 (83.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 57 (58.8%) | 40 (41.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 21 (30.4%) | 48 (69.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 154 (25.6%) | 448 (74.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,145 (53.2%) | 1,886 (46.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Murray County are Office & Administration (351 | 8.7%), and Sales & Related (322 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 143 (44.4%) | 179 (55.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 58 (16.5%) | 293 (83.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 201 (29.9%) | 472 (70.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,145 (53.2%) | 1,886 (46.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Murray County are Construction & Extraction (239 | 5.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (162 | 4.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (138 | 3.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 102 (73.9%) | 36 (26.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 235 (98.3%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 153 (94.4%) | 9 (5.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 490 (90.9%) | 49 (9.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,145 (53.2%) | 1,886 (46.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Murray County are Production (300 | 7.4%), Transportation (266 | 6.6%), and Material Moving (191 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 229 (76.3%) | 71 (23.7%) |
| Transportation | 231 (86.8%) | 35 (13.2%) |
| Material Moving | 145 (75.9%) | 46 (24.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 605 (79.9%) | 152 (20.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,145 (53.2%) | 1,886 (46.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Murray County
Employment Industries in Murray County
The major employment industries in Murray County include Health Care & Social Assistance (670 | 16.6%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (501 | 12.4%), Manufacturing (487 | 12.1%), Retail Trade (349 | 8.7%), and Construction (314 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Murray County
The Murray County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (96.4%), and Construction (92.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (87.4%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (85.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 412 (82.2%) | 89 (17.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 291 (92.7%) | 23 (7.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 331 (68.0%) | 156 (32.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 212 (79.1%) | 56 (20.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 160 (45.9%) | 189 (54.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 163 (92.1%) | 14 (7.9%) |
| Utilities | 54 (96.4%) | 2 (3.6%) |
| Information | 15 (37.5%) | 25 (62.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 44 (30.3%) | 101 (69.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 10 (23.8%) | 32 (76.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 61 (45.9%) | 72 (54.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 24 (64.9%) | 13 (35.1%) |
| Educational Services | 83 (27.3%) | 221 (72.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 100 (14.9%) | 570 (85.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 17 (48.6%) | 18 (51.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 22 (12.6%) | 152 (87.4%) |
| Public Administration | 51 (37.0%) | 87 (63.0%) |
| Total | 2,145 (53.2%) | 1,886 (46.8%) |
Education in Murray County
School Enrollment in Murray County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,712 students in Murray County are middle school (447 | 26.1%), high school (435 | 25.4%), and elementary school (403 | 23.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 133 | 7.8% |
| Kindergarten | 84 | 4.9% |
| Elementary School | 403 | 23.5% |
| Middle School | 447 | 26.1% |
| High School | 435 | 25.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 172 | 10.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 38 | 2.2% |
| Total | 1,712 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Murray County
Out of a total of 1,712 students who are enrolled in schools in Murray County, 147 (8.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,565 (91.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 11 (26.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 513 (94.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 75 (83.3%) | 15 (16.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 409 (91.9%) | 36 (8.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 513 (94.8%) | 28 (5.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 308 (94.5%) | 18 (5.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 98 (81.7%) | 22 (18.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 93 (86.9%) | 14 (13.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 39 (92.9%) | 3 (7.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 30 (73.2%) | 11 (26.8%) |
| Total | 1,565 (91.4%) | 147 (8.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Murray County
Education (385 | 28.6%), business (212 | 15.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (196 | 14.5%), science & technology (134 | 9.9%), and arts & humanities (119 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,348 individuals in Murray County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 18 | 1.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 196 | 14.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 15 | 1.1% |
| Psychology | 35 | 2.6% |
| Social Sciences | 70 | 5.2% |
| Engineering | 58 | 4.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 134 | 9.9% |
| Business | 212 | 15.7% |
| Education | 385 | 28.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 15 | 1.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 55 | 4.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 16 | 1.2% |
| Communications | 20 | 1.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 119 | 8.8% |
| Total | 1,348 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Murray County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Murray County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Murray County are males with 2 vehicles (807, accounting for 37.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (673, making up 43.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 18 (0.9%) | 29 (1.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 216 (10.2%) | 288 (15.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 807 (37.9%) | 673 (36.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 647 (30.4%) | 484 (26.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 306 (14.4%) | 288 (15.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 133 (6.2%) | 90 (4.9%) |
| Total | 2,127 (100.0%) | 1,852 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Murray County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Murray County are 5 to 9 minutes (577 commuters, 15.7%), less than 5 minutes (531 commuters, 14.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (501 commuters, 13.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 531 | 14.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 577 | 15.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 362 | 9.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 475 | 13.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 501 | 13.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 188 | 5.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 377 | 10.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 233 | 6.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 102 | 2.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 160 | 4.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 71 | 1.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 88 | 2.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Murray County
The most common commute times in Murray County are less than 5 minutes (304 commuters, 15.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (348 commuters, 20.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 304 (15.7%) | 227 (13.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 229 (11.9%) | 348 (20.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 221 (11.4%) | 141 (8.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 263 (13.6%) | 212 (12.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 281 (14.5%) | 220 (12.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 74 (3.8%) | 114 (6.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 180 (9.3%) | 197 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 98 (5.1%) | 135 (7.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 78 (4.0%) | 24 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 103 (5.3%) | 57 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 47 (2.4%) | 24 (1.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 53 (2.7%) | 35 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Murray County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Murray County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (307, 15.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (360, 20.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 154 (8.0%) | 60 (3.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 87 (4.5%) | 75 (4.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 98 (5.1%) | 50 (2.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 307 (15.9%) | 165 (9.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 245 (12.7%) | 155 (8.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 293 (15.2%) | 293 (16.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 263 (13.6%) | 360 (20.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 166 (8.6%) | 196 (11.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 41 (2.1%) | 64 (3.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 75 (3.9%) | 87 (5.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 12 (0.6%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 7 (0.4%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 93 (4.8%) | 110 (6.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 90 (4.7%) | 87 (5.0%) |
| Total | 1,931 (100.0%) | 1,734 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Murray County
Occupancy by Ownership in Murray County
Of the total 3,532 dwellings in Murray County, owner-occupied units account for 2,911 (82.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 621 (17.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,911 | 82.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 621 | 17.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,532 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Murray County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,123 | 31.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,537 | 43.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 296 | 8.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 576 | 16.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,532 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Murray County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 749 (66.7%) | 374 (33.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,395 (90.8%) | 142 (9.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 271 (91.5%) | 25 (8.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 496 (86.1%) | 80 (13.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,911 (82.4%) | 621 (17.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Murray County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 172 (72.9%) | 64 (27.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,012 (79.4%) | 263 (20.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,022 (83.9%) | 196 (16.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 705 (87.8%) | 98 (12.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Murray County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 548 | 15.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 412 | 11.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 512 | 14.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 702 | 19.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 731 | 20.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 409 | 11.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 218 | 6.2% |
| Total | 3,532 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Murray County
Median Income by Occupancy in Murray County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,911 (82.4%) | $78,798 |
| Renter-Occupied | 621 (17.6%) | $39,330 |
| Average | 3,532 (100.0%) | $71,500 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Murray County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 29 (1.0%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 24 (0.8%) | 20 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 98 (3.4%) | 116 (18.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 75 (2.6%) | 26 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 110 (3.8%) | 26 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 200 (6.9%) | 64 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 330 (11.3%) | 108 (17.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 506 (17.4%) | 95 (15.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 474 (16.3%) | 103 (16.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 625 (21.5%) | 44 (7.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 440 (15.1%) | 14 (2.2%) |
| Total | 2,911 (100.0%) | 621 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Murray County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 203 (7.0%) | 41 (6.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 596 (20.5%) | 36 (5.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 763 (26.2%) | 219 (35.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 274 (9.4%) | 95 (15.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 563 (19.3%) | 65 (10.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 305 (10.5%) | 11 (1.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 113 (3.9%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 51 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 43 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,911 (100.0%) | 621 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Murray County
Housing Structures in Murray County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,231 | 91.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 31 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 76 | 2.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 36 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 13 | 0.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 101 | 2.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 44 | 1.3% |
| Total | 3,532 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Murray County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,848 (88.1%) | 383 (11.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 22 (71.0%) | 9 (29.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 7 (9.2%) | 69 (90.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1 (2.8%) | 35 (97.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 101 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 33 (75.0%) | 11 (25.0%) |
| Total | 2,911 (82.4%) | 621 (17.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Murray County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 1 (0.0%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 107 (3.7%) | 129 (20.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 611 (21.0%) | 225 (36.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 891 (30.6%) | 157 (25.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,301 (44.7%) | 109 (17.5%) |
| Total | 2,911 (100.0%) | 621 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Murray County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 919 (31.6%) | 220 (35.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,369 (47.0%) | 164 (26.4%) |
| Electricity | 210 (7.2%) | 178 (28.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 292 (10.0%) | 44 (7.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 100 (3.4%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 21 (0.7%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| Total | 2,911 (100.0%) | 621 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Murray County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 43 (1.5%) | 101 (16.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 587 (20.2%) | 275 (44.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,120 (38.5%) | 172 (27.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,161 (39.9%) | 73 (11.8%) |
| Total | 2,911 (100.0%) | 621 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Murray County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Murray County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,580 | 1,331 |
| Median Property Value | $153,600 | $172,100 |
| Median Household Income | $67,805 | $253 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $508 | $41 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,070 | $10 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Murray County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 241 (15.2%) | 119 (8.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 314 (19.9%) | 237 (17.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 731 (46.3%) | 754 (56.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 193 (12.2%) | 162 (12.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 49 (3.1%) | 34 (2.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 36 (2.3%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 16 (1.0%) | 14 (1.1%) |
| Total | 1,580 (100.0%) | 1,331 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Murray County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 39 (2.5%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 238 (15.1%) | 14 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 139 (8.8%) | 45 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 183 (11.6%) | 61 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 264 (16.7%) | 147 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 257 (16.3%) | 242 (18.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 273 (17.3%) | 217 (16.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 187 (11.8%) | 352 (26.5%) |
| Total | 1,580 (100.0%) | 1,331 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Murray County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 701 (44.4%) | 94,911 (7,130.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 266 (16.8%) | 736 (55.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 187 (11.8%) | 285 (21.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 410 (26.0%) | 126 (9.5%) |
| Total | 1,580 (100.0%) | 1,331 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Murray County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 550 (34.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 443 (28.0%) | 365 (27.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 548 (34.7%) | 314 (23.6%) |
| Total | 1,580 (100.0%) | 1,331 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Murray County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Murray County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 510 (98.8%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,311 (95.9%) | 56 (4.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 426 (82.9%) | 88 (17.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 583 (91.8%) | 52 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 814 (92.0%) | 71 (8.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 819 (92.3%) | 68 (7.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,171 (94.8%) | 64 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,126 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 911 (99.4%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| Total | 7,671 (94.9%) | 411 (5.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Murray County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 510 (98.8%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,311 (95.9%) | 56 (4.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 426 (82.9%) | 88 (17.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Murray County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 673 (93.0%) | 51 (7.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,188 (94.5%) | 69 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,195 (90.9%) | 119 (9.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,365 (91.7%) | 123 (8.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,213 (98.5%) | 49 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Murray County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 231 (44.8%) | 346 (67.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 455 (33.3%) | 934 (68.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 103 (20.0%) | 336 (65.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 136 (21.4%) | 480 (75.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 148 (16.7%) | 683 (77.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 148 (16.7%) | 681 (76.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 222 (18.0%) | 998 (80.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,084 (96.3%) | 674 (59.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 906 (98.8%) | 647 (70.6%) |
| Total | 3,433 (42.5%) | 5,779 (71.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Murray County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 32 (4.6%) | 7 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 37 (5.7%) | 21 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 187 (12.3%) | 123 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 128 (21.2%) | 109 (20.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 186 (43.9%) | 183 (37.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Murray County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.9%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 84 (5.5%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (12.6%) | 15 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 133 (31.4%) | 87 (17.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.8%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (2.8%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (0.8%) | 7 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (5.7%) | 27 (5.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (3.8%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (4.1%) | 11 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (4.5%) | 41 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (2.8%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (8.0%) | 23 (4.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 63 (4.1%) | 70 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 59 (9.8%) | 78 (14.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (17.7%) | 117 (23.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 14 (2.1%) | 4 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 14 (0.9%) | 37 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (1.7%) | 62 (11.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (5.4%) | 30 (6.1%) |
Technology Access in Murray County
Computing Device Access in Murray County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,501 | 70.8% |
| Smartphone | 2,827 | 80.0% |
| Tablet | 1,960 | 55.5% |
| No Computing Device | 366 | 10.4% |
| Total | 3,532 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Murray County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 19 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 2,026 | 57.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 341 | 9.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 576 | 16.3% |
| No Internet | 677 | 19.2% |
| Total | 3,532 | 100.0% |
Murray County Summary
Murray County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is bordered by Lyon County to the north, Cottonwood County to the east, Jackson County to the south, and Pipestone County to the west. The county seat is Slayton, and the county has a total area of 576 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population was 9,541.
History
The area that is now Murray County was first inhabited by the Dakota Sioux. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the late 1850s, and the county was officially organized in 1872. The county was named after Alexander Murray, a prominent politician in the area.
The county was largely agricultural in its early years, with the main crops being wheat, oats, and corn. In the late 19th century, the county also became known for its dairy industry.
Geography
Murray County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is bordered by Lyon County to the north, Cottonwood County to the east, Jackson County to the south, and Pipestone County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, and is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Des Moines River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Shetek, Lake Sarah, and Lake Ocheda. The county also contains several state parks, including Lake Shetek State Park, Lake Sarah State Park, and Ocheda State Park.
Economy
The economy of Murray County is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, and wheat. The county is also home to several dairy farms, and is known for its production of cheese.
In addition to agriculture, the county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer, a plastics manufacturer, and a metal fabrication company. The county is also home to several retail stores, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a clothing store.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Murray County was 9,541. The population is largely white (94.3%), with small percentages of African American (1.2%), Native American (1.1%), Asian (0.5%), and Hispanic (2.9%) residents.
The median household income in the county is $50,945, and the median family income is $60,945. The per capita income in the county is $25,845. The unemployment rate in the county is 3.7%.
The largest city in the county is Slayton, with a population of 2,541. Other cities in the county include Fulda (population 1,541), Currie (population 1,041), and Avoca (population 541).
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Murray County?
Total Population of Murray County is 8,170.
What is the Total Male Population of Murray County?
Total Male Population of Murray County is 4,110.
What is the Total Female Population of Murray County?
Total Female Population of Murray County is 4,060.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Murray County?
There are 101.23 Males per 100 Females in Murray County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Murray County?
There are 98.78 Females per 100 Males in Murray County.
What is the Median Population Age in Murray County?
Median Population Age in Murray County is 46.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Murray County
Average Family Size in Murray County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Murray County
Average Household Size in Murray County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Murray County?
Per Capita income in Murray County is $38,783.
What is the Median Family Income in Murray County?
Median Family Income in Murray County is $91,948.
What is the Median Household income in Murray County?
Median Household Income in Murray County is $71,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Murray County?
Income or Wage Gap in Murray County is 29.5%.
Women in Murray County earn 70.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Murray County?
Family Income Deficit in Murray County is $13,828.
Families that are below poverty line in Murray County earn $13,828 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Murray County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Murray County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Murray County?
There are 4,157 People in the Labor Forcein in Murray County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Murray County?
62.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Murray County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Murray County?
Unemployment Rate in Murray County is 3.0%.