Nobles County, MN
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Nobles County Overview
22,194
TOTAL POPULATION
11,393
MALE POPULATION
10,801
FEMALE POPULATION
105.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.80
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,786
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,035
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,973
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,665
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,051
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Nobles County Area Codes
Race in Nobles County
The most populous races in Nobles County are White / Caucasian (15,099 | 68.0%), Hispanic or Latino (6,658 | 30.0%), and Some other Race (2,204 | 9.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,168 | 5.3% |
| Black / African American | 1,211 | 5.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6,658 | 30.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 367 | 1.7% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,099 | 68.0% |
| Two or more Races | 2,145 | 9.7% |
| Some other Race | 2,204 | 9.9% |
| Total | 22,194 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Nobles County
The most populous ancestries reported in Nobles County are German (6,719 | 30.3%), Mexican (3,046 | 13.7%), Central American (3,004 | 13.5%), Guatemalan (2,012 | 9.1%), and Norwegian (1,653 | 7.4%), together accounting for 74.1% of all Nobles County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 384 | 1.7% |
| American | 428 | 1.9% |
| Apache | 1 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 2 | 0.0% |
| British | 11 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 6 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 3,004 | 13.5% |
| Central American Indian | 255 | 1.1% |
| Cherokee | 11 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 20 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 33 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 9 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 90 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 235 | 1.1% |
| Dominican | 28 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 1,219 | 5.5% |
| Eastern European | 12 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 13 | 0.1% |
| English | 546 | 2.5% |
| Ethiopian | 457 | 2.1% |
| European | 113 | 0.5% |
| Finnish | 88 | 0.4% |
| French | 160 | 0.7% |
| French Canadian | 54 | 0.2% |
| German | 6,719 | 30.3% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 2,012 | 9.1% |
| Haitian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 170 | 0.8% |
| Hungarian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 2 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 2 | 0.0% |
| Indonesian | 397 | 1.8% |
| Irish | 924 | 4.2% |
| Italian | 71 | 0.3% |
| Japanese | 32 | 0.1% |
| Kenyan | 30 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 31 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 151 | 0.7% |
| Malaysian | 1,270 | 5.7% |
| Mexican | 3,046 | 13.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 25 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 20 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 1,653 | 7.4% |
| Pakistani | 169 | 0.8% |
| Panamanian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 1 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 140 | 0.6% |
| Portuguese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 126 | 0.6% |
| Romanian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 793 | 3.6% |
| Scandinavian | 84 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 53 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 164 | 0.7% |
| Serbian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 38 | 0.2% |
| South African | 6 | 0.0% |
| South American | 46 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 32 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 76 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 912 | 4.1% |
| Sudanese | 81 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 652 | 2.9% |
| Swiss | 57 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 56 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 67 | 0.3% |
| Yugoslavian | 9 | 0.0% | View All 80 Rows |
Immigrants in Nobles County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Nobles County came from Latin America (3,008 | 13.6%), Central America (2,929 | 13.2%), Mexico (1,202 | 5.4%), Guatemala (1,181 | 5.3%), and Asia (796 | 3.6%), together accounting for 41.1% of all Nobles County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 643 | 2.9% |
| Asia | 796 | 3.6% |
| Cambodia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 7 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 2,929 | 13.2% |
| Colombia | 34 | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 540 | 2.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 13 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 10 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 38 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 437 | 2.0% |
| England | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eritrea | 22 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 457 | 2.1% |
| Europe | 15 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 1,181 | 5.3% |
| Honduras | 100 | 0.4% |
| India | 3 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 11 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 13 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 381 | 1.7% |
| Latin America | 3,008 | 13.6% |
| Malaysia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 1,202 | 5.4% |
| Nicaragua | 9 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 38 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 3 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 10 | 0.1% |
| South America | 72 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 780 | 3.5% |
| Sudan | 38 | 0.2% |
| Sweden | 2 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 206 | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | 65 | 0.3% |
| Western Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 2 | 0.0% | View All 40 Rows |
Sex and Age in Nobles County
Sex and Age in Nobles County
The most populous age groups in Nobles County are 15 to 19 Years (950 | 8.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (956 | 8.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 839 (7.4%) | 951 (8.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 817 (7.2%) | 956 (8.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 840 (7.4%) | 721 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 950 (8.3%) | 834 (7.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 670 (5.9%) | 630 (5.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 737 (6.5%) | 573 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 666 (5.9%) | 547 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 650 (5.7%) | 708 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 708 (6.2%) | 530 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 564 (5.0%) | 473 (4.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 738 (6.5%) | 619 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 754 (6.6%) | 604 (5.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 648 (5.7%) | 658 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 562 (4.9%) | 482 (4.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 485 (4.3%) | 529 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 260 (2.3%) | 318 (2.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 273 (2.4%) | 260 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 232 (2.0%) | 408 (3.8%) |
| Total | 11,393 (100.0%) | 10,801 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Nobles County
Median Family Size in Nobles County
The median family size in Nobles County is 3.51 persons per family, with single female/mother families (856 | 16.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.43 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (719 | 14.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.03 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,563 (69.4%) | 3.38 |
| Single Male/Father | 719 (14.0%) | 3.03 |
| Single Female/Mother | 856 (16.7%) | 4.43 |
| Total Families | 5,138 (100.0%) | 3.51 |
Median Household Size in Nobles County
The median household size in Nobles County is 2.82 persons per household, with single female/mother households (856 | 11.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.6 persons per household. non-family households (2,551 | 33.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,563 (46.3%) | 3.40 |
| Single Male/Father | 719 (9.3%) | 3.58 |
| Single Female/Mother | 856 (11.1%) | 4.60 |
| Non-family | 2,551 (33.2%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 7,689 (100.0%) | 2.82 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Nobles County
Out of a total of 7,689 households in Nobles County, 5,138 (66.8%) are family households, while 2,551 (33.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,121, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,172.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,172 (28.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,121 (27.6%) | 355 (4.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,185 (15.4%) | 14 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 835 (10.9%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 572 (7.4%) | 9 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 271 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 154 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,138 (66.8%) | 2,551 (33.2%) |
Female Fertility in Nobles County
Fertility by Age in Nobles County
Average fertility rate in Nobles County is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 67.4% 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 | 184 (67.4%) | 105.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 89 (32.6%) | 47.0 |
| Total | 273 (100.0%) | 61.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Nobles County
54.9% of women with births (273) in Nobles County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 48.9% 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 37.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 94 (51.1%) | 90 (48.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 56 (62.9%) | 33 (37.1%) |
| Total | 150 (54.9%) | 123 (45.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Nobles County
Average fertility rate in Nobles County is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 73.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 38.5% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 105 (38.5%) | 73.0 |
| High School Diploma | 64 (23.4%) | 70.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 52 (19.1%) | 40.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 47 (17.2%) | 71.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 5 (1.8%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 273 (100.0%) | 61.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Nobles County
45.1% of women with births in Nobles County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 79.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 49 (46.7%) | 56 (53.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 13 (20.3%) | 51 (79.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 36 (69.2%) | 16 (30.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 150 (54.9%) | 123 (45.1%) |
Income in Nobles County
Income Overview in Nobles County
Per Capita Income in Nobles County is $29,786, while median incomes of families and households are $76,035 and $62,973 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 22,194 | $29,786 |
| Median Family Income | 5,138 | $76,035 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,138 | $93,298 |
| Median Household Income | 7,689 | $62,973 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,689 | $80,292 |
| Income Deficit | 5,138 | $12,665 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 22,194 | 24.47% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 22,194 | 75.53¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 22,194 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Nobles County
Average Earnings in Nobles County are $35,849, $41,197 for men and $31,118 for women, a difference of 24.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,792 (56.7%) | $41,197 |
| Female | 5,197 (43.3%) | $31,118 |
| Total | 11,989 (100.0%) | $35,849 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Nobles County
The most common earnings brackets in Nobles County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (684 | 10.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (444 | 8.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 347 (5.1%) | 395 (7.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 78 (1.1%) | 375 (7.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 143 (2.1%) | 227 (4.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 95 (1.4%) | 186 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 251 (3.7%) | 182 (3.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 116 (1.7%) | 147 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 134 (2.0%) | 179 (3.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 280 (4.1%) | 107 (2.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 193 (2.8%) | 221 (4.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 382 (5.6%) | 121 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 339 (5.0%) | 378 (7.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 472 (7.0%) | 444 (8.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 420 (6.2%) | 421 (8.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 543 (8.0%) | 271 (5.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 423 (6.2%) | 424 (8.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 444 (6.5%) | 194 (3.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 684 (10.1%) | 336 (6.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 382 (5.6%) | 124 (2.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 516 (7.6%) | 343 (6.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 550 (8.1%) | 122 (2.4%) |
| Total | 6,792 (100.0%) | 5,197 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Nobles County
Average earnings in Nobles County are $45,349 for men and $35,390 for women, a difference of 22.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,750, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,527. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $78,542, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,046.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $36,527 | $37,174 |
| High School Diploma | $45,468 | $28,046 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,072 | $33,902 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,438 | $39,609 |
| Graduate Degree | $63,750 | $78,542 |
| Total | $45,349 | $35,390 |
Family Income in Nobles County
Family Income Brackets in Nobles County
According to the Nobles County family income data, there are 1,213 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 103 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 108 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 103 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 221 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 241 | 4.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 622 | 12.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,213 | 23.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 879 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,079 | 21.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 349 | 6.8% |
| $200,000+ | 313 | 6.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Nobles County
7+ person families (142 | 2.8%) account for the highest median family income in Nobles County with $99,118 per family, while 2-person families (2,376 | 46.2%) have the highest median income of $38,233 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,376 (46.2%) | $76,466 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,097 (21.3%) | $84,063 |
| 4-Person Families | 770 (15.0%) | $75,265 |
| 5-Person Families | 539 (10.5%) | $69,896 |
| 6-Person Families | 214 (4.2%) | $50,500 |
| 7+ Person Families | 142 (2.8%) | $99,118 |
| Total | 5,138 (100.0%) | $76,035 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Nobles County
The median family income in Nobles County is $76,035, with families comprising 3+ earners (754) having the highest median family income of $122,283, while families with no earners (579) have the lowest median family income of $47,639, accounting for 14.7% and 11.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 579 (11.3%) | $47,639 |
| 1 Earner | 1,330 (25.9%) | $52,938 |
| 2 Earners | 2,475 (48.2%) | $87,596 |
| 3+ Earners | 754 (14.7%) | $122,283 |
| Total | 5,138 (100.0%) | $76,035 |
Household Income in Nobles County
Household Income Brackets in Nobles County
With 1,561 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Nobles County, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 331 households (4.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 331 | 4.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 431 | 5.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 492 | 6.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 546 | 7.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,046 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,561 | 20.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,269 | 16.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,253 | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 361 | 4.7% |
| $200,000+ | 400 | 5.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Nobles County
The median household income in Nobles County is $62,973, with the highest median household income of $71,635 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,902 households (37.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $50,250, with 384 households (5.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 384 (5.0%) | $50,250 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,148 (27.9%) | $65,690 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,902 (37.7%) | $71,635 |
| 65+ Years | 2,255 (29.3%) | $50,262 |
| Total | 7,689 (100.0%) | $62,973 |
Poverty in Nobles County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Nobles County
With 9.7% poverty level for males and 15.0% for females among the residents of Nobles County, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 39 males (20.0%) and 144 females (37.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 157 (18.8%) | 131 (13.8%) |
| 5 Years | 3 (2.4%) | 45 (22.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 74 (7.6%) | 204 (19.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 41 (7.8%) | 144 (37.6%) |
| 15 Years | 39 (20.0%) | 30 (16.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 57 (19.3%) | 36 (10.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 171 (15.1%) | 86 (9.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 107 (7.8%) | 231 (20.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 56 (4.1%) | 155 (12.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 90 (7.0%) | 69 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 118 (8.4%) | 190 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 94 (9.0%) | 152 (15.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 78 (11.1%) | 107 (13.0%) |
| Total | 1,085 (9.7%) | 1,580 (15.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Nobles County
According to the poverty statistics in Nobles County, males aged 5 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.6% of males and 93.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 679 (81.2%) | 816 (86.2%) |
| 5 Years | 120 (97.6%) | 160 (78.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 898 (92.4%) | 872 (81.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 487 (92.2%) | 239 (62.4%) |
| 15 Years | 156 (80.0%) | 151 (83.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 238 (80.7%) | 315 (89.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 959 (84.9%) | 827 (90.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,271 (92.2%) | 889 (79.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,301 (95.9%) | 1,083 (87.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,192 (93.0%) | 982 (93.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,281 (91.6%) | 1,064 (84.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 949 (91.0%) | 831 (84.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 627 (88.9%) | 719 (87.1%) |
| Total | 10,158 (90.3%) | 8,948 (85.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Nobles County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Nobles County show that 5.2% or 186 of the total 3,563 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 20.2%, comprising of 76 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.1%, which includes 70 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,168 (96.9%) | 70 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 876 (95.8%) | 38 (4.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 300 (79.8%) | 76 (20.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 33 (94.3%) | 2 (5.7%) |
| Total | 3,377 (94.8%) | 186 (5.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Nobles County
According to the poverty data in Nobles County, 8.1% or 58 single-father households and 18.7% or 160 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (10.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 78 households (35.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 22 (6.8%) | 6 (4.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 34 (10.1%) | 73 (15.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (3.5%) | 78 (35.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (8.6%) |
| Total | 58 (8.1%) | 160 (18.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Nobles County
The poverty data for Nobles County shows that 186 of the married-couple family households (5.2%) and 218 of the single-parent households (13.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 76 households (20.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 80 household (29.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 70 (3.1%) | 28 (6.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 38 (4.2%) | 107 (13.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 76 (20.2%) | 80 (29.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (5.7%) | 3 (8.6%) |
| Total | 186 (5.2%) | 218 (13.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Nobles County
Employment by Class of Employer in Nobles County
Among the 10,420 employed individuals in Nobles County, private company employees (6,887 | 66.1%), local government employees (1,054 | 10.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (899 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,887 | 66.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 358 | 3.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 769 | 7.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 899 | 8.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,054 | 10.1% |
| State Government Employees | 185 | 1.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 237 | 2.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 31 | 0.3% |
| Total | 10,420 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Nobles County
According to the labor force statistics for Nobles County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,694), 66.2% or 11,051 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 332 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 90.2% or 1,173 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.7% or 93 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 687 (48.8%) | 75 (10.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,173 (90.2%) | 29 (2.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,121 (85.6%) | 25 (2.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 973 (80.2%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,165 (83.4%) | 48 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,092 (87.4%) | 40 (1.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,055 (77.7%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 946 (72.4%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 731 (35.5%) | 93 (12.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 100 (5.7%) | 2 (2.0%) |
| Total | 11,051 (66.2%) | 332 (3.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Nobles County
According to labor force statistics for Nobles County, 82.1% of individuals (8,355) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,177) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 134 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 86.9% or 1,598 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.1% or 60 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,781 (79.8%) | 36 (1.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,125 (78.2%) | 43 (1.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,850 (84.1%) | 71 (2.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,598 (86.9%) | 11 (0.6%) |
| Total | 8,355 (82.1%) | 163 (1.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Nobles County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nobles County are Community & Social Service (1,122 | 10.5%), Management (936 | 8.7%), Education Instruction & Library (744 | 7.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (358 | 3.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (304 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nobles County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (94.4%), Life, Physical & Social Science (78.0%), and Management (71.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (94.7%), Health Technologists (93.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (85.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 671 (71.7%) | 265 (28.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 96 (45.3%) | 116 (54.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 212 (69.7%) | 92 (30.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 30 (30.9%) | 67 (69.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 118 (94.4%) | 7 (5.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 64 (78.0%) | 18 (22.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 345 (30.7%) | 777 (69.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 146 (61.9%) | 90 (38.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 15 (53.6%) | 13 (46.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 107 (14.4%) | 637 (85.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 77 (67.5%) | 37 (32.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 19 (5.3%) | 339 (94.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 15 (6.2%) | 228 (93.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,343 (45.8%) | 1,589 (54.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,080 (56.8%) | 4,632 (43.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Nobles County are Cleaning & Maintenance (459 | 4.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (444 | 4.1%), Healthcare Support (341 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (298 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (209 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Nobles County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.5%), Security & Protection (82.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (67.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (90.6%), Healthcare Support (77.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (55.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 77 (22.6%) | 264 (77.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 172 (82.3%) | 37 (17.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 18 (58.1%) | 13 (41.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 154 (86.5%) | 24 (13.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 199 (44.8%) | 245 (55.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 309 (67.3%) | 150 (32.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 28 (9.4%) | 270 (90.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 785 (44.8%) | 966 (55.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,080 (56.8%) | 4,632 (43.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Nobles County are Office & Administration (893 | 8.3%), and Sales & Related (844 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 345 (40.9%) | 499 (59.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 255 (28.6%) | 638 (71.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 600 (34.5%) | 1,137 (65.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,080 (56.8%) | 4,632 (43.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Nobles County are Construction & Extraction (591 | 5.5%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (314 | 2.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (236 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 285 (90.8%) | 29 (9.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 582 (98.5%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 236 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,103 (96.7%) | 38 (3.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,080 (56.8%) | 4,632 (43.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Nobles County are Production (2,010 | 18.8%), Material Moving (781 | 7.3%), and Transportation (360 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,328 (66.1%) | 682 (33.9%) |
| Transportation | 352 (97.8%) | 8 (2.2%) |
| Material Moving | 569 (72.9%) | 212 (27.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,249 (71.4%) | 902 (28.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,080 (56.8%) | 4,632 (43.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Nobles County
Employment Industries in Nobles County
The major employment industries in Nobles County include Manufacturing (2,635 | 24.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,373 | 12.8%), Retail Trade (1,150 | 10.7%), Educational Services (854 | 8.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (787 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Nobles County
The Nobles County industries that see more men than women are Construction (91.8%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (86.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (76.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (83.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (69.9%), and Professional & Scientific (63.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 681 (86.5%) | 106 (13.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 607 (91.8%) | 54 (8.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,759 (66.8%) | 876 (33.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 343 (71.3%) | 138 (28.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 542 (47.1%) | 608 (52.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 286 (76.9%) | 86 (23.1%) |
| Utilities | 78 (73.6%) | 28 (26.4%) |
| Information | 75 (57.7%) | 55 (42.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 144 (45.1%) | 175 (54.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 33 (43.4%) | 43 (56.6%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 79 (36.7%) | 136 (63.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 3 (37.5%) | 5 (62.5%) |
| Administrative & Support | 156 (74.3%) | 54 (25.7%) |
| Educational Services | 145 (17.0%) | 709 (83.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 413 (30.1%) | 960 (69.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 33 (45.8%) | 39 (54.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 219 (51.5%) | 206 (48.5%) |
| Public Administration | 276 (66.2%) | 141 (33.8%) |
| Total | 6,080 (56.8%) | 4,632 (43.2%) |
Education in Nobles County
School Enrollment in Nobles County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,807 students in Nobles County are high school (1,453 | 25.0%), middle school (1,351 | 23.3%), and elementary school (1,219 | 21.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 567 | 9.8% |
| Kindergarten | 367 | 6.3% |
| Elementary School | 1,219 | 21.0% |
| Middle School | 1,351 | 23.3% |
| High School | 1,453 | 25.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 622 | 10.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 228 | 3.9% |
| Total | 5,807 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Nobles County
Out of a total of 5,807 students who are enrolled in schools in Nobles County, 441 (7.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,366 (92.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 73 (23.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 981 (99.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 351 (88.6%) | 45 (11.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,535 (91.5%) | 143 (8.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,429 (92.8%) | 111 (7.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 981 (99.7%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 469 (95.1%) | 24 (4.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 233 (76.1%) | 73 (23.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 171 (88.6%) | 22 (11.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 195 (89.9%) | 22 (10.1%) |
| Total | 5,366 (92.4%) | 441 (7.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Nobles County
Education (584 | 23.1%), science & technology (343 | 13.6%), business (331 | 13.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (324 | 12.8%), and arts & humanities (243 | 9.6%) are the most common fields of study among 2,532 individuals in Nobles County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 51 | 2.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 324 | 12.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 36 | 1.4% |
| Psychology | 75 | 3.0% |
| Social Sciences | 127 | 5.0% |
| Engineering | 139 | 5.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 4 | 0.2% |
| Science & Technology | 343 | 13.6% |
| Business | 331 | 13.1% |
| Education | 584 | 23.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 94 | 3.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 81 | 3.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 22 | 0.9% |
| Communications | 78 | 3.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 243 | 9.6% |
| Total | 2,532 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Nobles County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Nobles County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Nobles County are males with 2 vehicles (1,892, accounting for 32.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,479, making up 42.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 191 (3.2%) | 123 (2.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 998 (17.0%) | 798 (18.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,892 (32.1%) | 1,479 (33.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,599 (27.2%) | 1,110 (25.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 957 (16.3%) | 643 (14.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 249 (4.2%) | 285 (6.4%) |
| Total | 5,886 (100.0%) | 4,438 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Nobles County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Nobles County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,254 commuters, 22.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (2,143 commuters, 21.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,108 commuters, 11.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,041 | 10.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,143 | 21.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,254 | 22.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,108 | 11.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 912 | 9.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 280 | 2.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 621 | 6.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 177 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 403 | 4.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 511 | 5.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 230 | 2.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 176 | 1.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Nobles County
The most common commute times in Nobles County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,298 commuters, 22.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,162 commuters, 27.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 623 (11.0%) | 418 (10.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 981 (17.3%) | 1,162 (27.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,298 (22.9%) | 956 (22.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 672 (11.8%) | 436 (10.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 571 (10.1%) | 341 (8.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 180 (3.2%) | 100 (2.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 346 (6.1%) | 275 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 121 (2.1%) | 56 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 230 (4.1%) | 173 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 358 (6.3%) | 153 (3.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 155 (2.7%) | 75 (1.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 141 (2.5%) | 35 (0.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Nobles County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Nobles County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (824, 14.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (871, 20.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 345 (6.1%) | 133 (3.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 500 (8.8%) | 277 (6.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 417 (7.3%) | 184 (4.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 599 (10.5%) | 315 (7.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 497 (8.8%) | 252 (6.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 673 (11.9%) | 871 (20.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 824 (14.5%) | 706 (16.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 353 (6.2%) | 304 (7.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 202 (3.6%) | 133 (3.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 94 (1.7%) | 107 (2.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 79 (1.4%) | 118 (2.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 54 (0.9%) | 18 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 525 (9.2%) | 455 (10.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 514 (9.1%) | 307 (7.3%) |
| Total | 5,676 (100.0%) | 4,180 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Nobles County
Occupancy by Ownership in Nobles County
Of the total 7,689 dwellings in Nobles County, owner-occupied units account for 5,726 (74.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,963 (25.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,726 | 74.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,963 | 25.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,689 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Nobles County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,172 | 28.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,476 | 32.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,199 | 15.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,842 | 24.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,689 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Nobles County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,353 (62.3%) | 819 (37.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,137 (86.3%) | 339 (13.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 856 (71.4%) | 343 (28.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,380 (74.9%) | 462 (25.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,726 (74.5%) | 1,963 (25.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Nobles County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 892 (60.6%) | 581 (39.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,883 (79.5%) | 485 (20.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,948 (77.3%) | 573 (22.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,003 (75.6%) | 324 (24.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Nobles County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,368 | 17.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,164 | 15.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,295 | 16.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,607 | 20.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,222 | 15.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 647 | 8.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 386 | 5.0% |
| Total | 7,689 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Nobles County
Median Income by Occupancy in Nobles County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,726 (74.5%) | $73,385 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,963 (25.5%) | $42,981 |
| Average | 7,689 (100.0%) | $62,973 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Nobles County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 121 (2.1%) | 102 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 78 (1.4%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 220 (3.8%) | 208 (10.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 161 (2.8%) | 145 (7.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 142 (2.5%) | 43 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 362 (6.3%) | 183 (9.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 577 (10.1%) | 469 (23.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,233 (21.5%) | 330 (16.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,010 (17.6%) | 259 (13.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,145 (20.0%) | 111 (5.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 677 (11.8%) | 86 (4.4%) |
| Total | 5,726 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Nobles County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 297 (5.2%) | 94 (4.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,166 (20.4%) | 190 (9.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,468 (25.6%) | 521 (26.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 519 (9.1%) | 371 (18.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,265 (22.1%) | 461 (23.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 531 (9.3%) | 77 (3.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 253 (4.4%) | 17 (0.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 142 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 85 (1.5%) | 32 (1.6%) |
| Total | 5,726 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Nobles County
Housing Structures in Nobles County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,126 | 79.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 242 | 3.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 109 | 1.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 166 | 2.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 148 | 1.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 695 | 9.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 203 | 2.6% |
| Total | 7,689 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Nobles County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,406 (88.2%) | 720 (11.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 190 (78.5%) | 52 (21.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 16 (14.7%) | 93 (85.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 16 (9.6%) | 150 (90.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 14 (9.5%) | 134 (90.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 12 (1.7%) | 683 (98.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 72 (35.5%) | 131 (64.5%) |
| Total | 5,726 (74.5%) | 1,963 (25.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Nobles County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 1 (0.0%) | 50 (2.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 181 (3.2%) | 406 (20.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,488 (26.0%) | 869 (44.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,033 (35.5%) | 479 (24.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,023 (35.3%) | 159 (8.1%) |
| Total | 5,726 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Nobles County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,876 (50.2%) | 855 (43.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,133 (37.2%) | 244 (12.4%) |
| Electricity | 500 (8.7%) | 700 (35.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 97 (1.7%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 88 (1.5%) | 67 (3.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 32 (0.6%) | 70 (3.6%) |
| Total | 5,726 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Nobles County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 224 (3.9%) | 324 (16.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,231 (21.5%) | 907 (46.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,140 (37.4%) | 473 (24.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,131 (37.2%) | 259 (13.2%) |
| Total | 5,726 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Nobles County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Nobles County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,995 | 2,731 |
| Median Property Value | $150,200 | $168,800 |
| Median Household Income | $60,524 | $423 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $512 | $67 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,467 | $38 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Nobles County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 367 (12.2%) | 162 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 600 (20.0%) | 469 (17.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,629 (54.4%) | 1,594 (58.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 299 (10.0%) | 430 (15.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 82 (2.7%) | 57 (2.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 6 (0.2%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 12 (0.4%) | 16 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,995 (100.0%) | 2,731 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Nobles County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 155 (5.2%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 381 (12.7%) | 44 (1.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 245 (8.2%) | 142 (5.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 294 (9.8%) | 117 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 680 (22.7%) | 283 (10.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 582 (19.4%) | 553 (20.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 404 (13.5%) | 428 (15.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 254 (8.5%) | 741 (27.1%) |
| Total | 2,995 (100.0%) | 2,731 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Nobles County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,260 (42.1%) | 90,596 (3,317.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 545 (18.2%) | 1,465 (53.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 388 (13.0%) | 581 (21.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 793 (26.5%) | 197 (7.2%) |
| Total | 2,995 (100.0%) | 2,731 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Nobles County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 704 (23.5%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 811 (27.1%) | 481 (17.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,443 (48.2%) | 706 (25.9%) |
| Total | 2,995 (100.0%) | 2,731 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Nobles County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nobles County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,944 (91.8%) | 174 (8.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,976 (88.1%) | 539 (11.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,637 (92.1%) | 140 (7.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,571 (68.5%) | 723 (31.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,053 (79.1%) | 542 (20.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,050 (87.9%) | 283 (12.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,426 (91.4%) | 227 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,025 (100.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,530 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| Total | 19,212 (88.0%) | 2,630 (12.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Nobles County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,944 (91.8%) | 174 (8.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,976 (88.1%) | 539 (11.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,637 (92.1%) | 140 (7.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Nobles County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,077 (88.5%) | 271 (11.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,928 (78.3%) | 809 (21.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,914 (87.1%) | 579 (12.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,442 (92.5%) | 279 (7.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,660 (90.6%) | 692 (9.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nobles County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,015 (47.9%) | 979 (46.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,846 (40.9%) | 2,514 (55.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 446 (25.1%) | 1,214 (68.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 388 (16.9%) | 1,207 (52.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 522 (20.1%) | 1,568 (60.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 242 (10.4%) | 1,859 (79.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 454 (17.1%) | 2,096 (79.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,922 (94.9%) | 1,332 (65.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,526 (99.7%) | 1,101 (71.9%) |
| Total | 8,361 (38.3%) | 13,870 (63.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Nobles County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 139 (6.5%) | 170 (7.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 174 (6.9%) | 145 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 525 (13.0%) | 581 (16.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 241 (23.1%) | 147 (14.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 327 (46.4%) | 419 (50.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Nobles County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (1.8%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (1.1%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 234 (5.8%) | 105 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 165 (15.8%) | 54 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 209 (29.6%) | 191 (23.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.6%) | 21 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (0.9%) | 21 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 54 (1.3%) | 90 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (2.0%) | 20 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (8.9%) | 35 (4.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 115 (5.4%) | 149 (6.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 102 (4.1%) | 103 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 185 (4.6%) | 227 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (1.9%) | 66 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (9.5%) | 79 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 133 (3.3%) | 294 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 82 (7.9%) | 81 (8.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 79 (11.2%) | 276 (33.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (1.0%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.4%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 41 (1.0%) | 38 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (1.1%) | 26 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (2.8%) | 102 (12.3%) |
Technology Access in Nobles County
Computing Device Access in Nobles County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,183 | 67.4% |
| Smartphone | 6,241 | 81.2% |
| Tablet | 4,475 | 58.2% |
| No Computing Device | 679 | 8.8% |
| Total | 7,689 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Nobles County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 52 | 0.7% |
| Broadband Home | 5,013 | 65.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 794 | 10.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 979 | 12.7% |
| No Internet | 1,202 | 15.6% |
| Total | 7,689 | 100.0% |
Nobles County Summary
Nobles County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is part of the larger region known as the Minnesota River Valley. The county is bordered by Jackson County to the north, Murray County to the east, Cottonwood County to the south, and Pipestone County to the west. The county seat is Worthington, and the county is home to a population of 21,378 people, according to the 2010 census.
Geography
Nobles County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is part of the larger region known as the Minnesota River Valley. The county is bordered by Jackson County to the north, Murray County to the east, Cottonwood County to the south, and Pipestone County to the west. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and eastern parts of the county. The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Okabena, Lake Ocheda, and Lake Shetek. The county is also home to several rivers, including the Des Moines River, the Little Rock River, and the Rock River.
History
Nobles County was established in 1857, and was named after William H. Nobles, a prominent politician in the area. The county was originally part of Jackson County, but was split off in 1857. The county seat was originally located in Bigelow, but was moved to Worthington in 1871.
The county was largely agricultural in the early years, with the main crops being wheat, corn, and oats. The county also had a thriving dairy industry, with several creameries located in the county. The county also had a strong mining industry, with several coal mines located in the county.
The county was also home to several Native American tribes, including the Dakota, Ojibwe, and Winnebago. The county was also home to several military forts, including Fort Ridgely and Fort Wadsworth.
Economy
Nobles County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is home to several large employers, including JBS USA, a meat processing plant, and Worthington Industries, a steel processing plant. The county is also home to several smaller employers, including several farms, small businesses, and medical facilities.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Nobles County Historical Museum, the Nobles County Art Center, and the Nobles County Fairgrounds.
Demographics
According to the 2010 census, the population of Nobles County was 21,378. The racial makeup of the county was 91.3% White, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.0% from other races.
The median household income in the county was $45,945, and the median family income was $54,945. The per capita income in the county was $21,945. The poverty rate in the county was 11.2%.
Conclusion
Nobles County is a diverse county located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota. The county is home to a population of 21,378 people, and has a diverse economy that includes agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is also home to several tourist attractions, and has a median household income of $45,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Nobles County?
Total Population of Nobles County is 22,194.
What is the Total Male Population of Nobles County?
Total Male Population of Nobles County is 11,393.
What is the Total Female Population of Nobles County?
Total Female Population of Nobles County is 10,801.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Nobles County?
There are 105.48 Males per 100 Females in Nobles County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Nobles County?
There are 94.80 Females per 100 Males in Nobles County.
What is the Median Population Age in Nobles County?
Median Population Age in Nobles County is 36.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Nobles County
Average Family Size in Nobles County is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Nobles County
Average Household Size in Nobles County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Nobles County?
Per Capita income in Nobles County is $29,786.
What is the Median Family Income in Nobles County?
Median Family Income in Nobles County is $76,035.
What is the Median Household income in Nobles County?
Median Household Income in Nobles County is $62,973.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Nobles County?
Income or Wage Gap in Nobles County is 24.5%.
Women in Nobles County earn 75.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Nobles County?
Family Income Deficit in Nobles County is $12,665.
Families that are below poverty line in Nobles County earn $12,665 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Nobles County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Nobles County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Nobles County?
There are 11,051 People in the Labor Forcein in Nobles County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Nobles County?
66.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Nobles County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Nobles County?
Unemployment Rate in Nobles County is 3.0%.