Pipestone County, MN
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Pipestone County Overview
9,380
TOTAL POPULATION
4,617
MALE POPULATION
4,763
FEMALE POPULATION
96.93
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,973
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,806
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,341
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,222
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,639
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Pipestone County Area Codes
Race in Pipestone County
The most populous races in Pipestone County are White / Caucasian (8,282 | 88.3%), Hispanic or Latino (715 | 7.6%), and Two or more Races (582 | 6.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 80 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 240 | 2.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 36 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 715 | 7.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 93 | 1.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 8,282 | 88.3% |
| Two or more Races | 582 | 6.2% |
| Some other Race | 67 | 0.7% |
| Total | 9,380 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Pipestone County
The most populous ancestries reported in Pipestone County are German (3,238 | 34.5%), Dutch (1,821 | 19.4%), Norwegian (1,028 | 11.0%), Mexican (438 | 4.7%), and Irish (419 | 4.5%), together accounting for 74.0% of all Pipestone County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 3 | 0.0% |
| American | 286 | 3.0% |
| Belgian | 77 | 0.8% |
| Bhutanese | 5 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 2 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 29 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 129 | 1.4% |
| Central American Indian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 31 | 0.3% |
| Chippewa | 14 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 19 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 34 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 145 | 1.5% |
| Dutch | 1,821 | 19.4% |
| English | 272 | 2.9% |
| Ethiopian | 14 | 0.2% |
| European | 149 | 1.6% |
| Finnish | 8 | 0.1% |
| French | 184 | 2.0% |
| French Canadian | 32 | 0.3% |
| German | 3,238 | 34.5% |
| Guatemalan | 44 | 0.5% |
| Honduran | 17 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Inupiat | 3 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 419 | 4.5% |
| Italian | 110 | 1.2% |
| Korean | 63 | 0.7% |
| Lithuanian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 7 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 35 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 438 | 4.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 68 | 0.7% |
| Northern European | 2 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 1,028 | 11.0% |
| Pakistani | 19 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 4 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 99 | 1.1% |
| Portuguese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 121 | 1.3% |
| Russian | 20 | 0.2% |
| Samoan | 36 | 0.4% |
| Scandinavian | 46 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 28 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 54 | 0.6% |
| Serbian | 14 | 0.2% |
| Sioux | 103 | 1.1% |
| South American | 19 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 2 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 54 | 0.6% |
| Sudanese | 37 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 247 | 2.6% |
| Swiss | 23 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 1 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 26 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 1 | 0.0% | View All 61 Rows |
Immigrants in Pipestone County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pipestone County came from Latin America (257 | 2.7%), Central America (237 | 2.5%), Mexico (160 | 1.7%), Asia (67 | 0.7%), and South Eastern Asia (64 | 0.7%), together accounting for 8.4% of all Pipestone County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 67 | 0.7% |
| Belize | 29 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 237 | 2.5% |
| China | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 19 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Ecuador | 1 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 14 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 10 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 21 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 27 | 0.3% |
| Korea | 1 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 2 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 257 | 2.7% |
| Lithuania | 1 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 160 | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 7 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 39 | 0.4% |
| South America | 20 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 64 | 0.7% |
| Sudan | 7 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 16 | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | 7 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 13 | 0.1% | View All 30 Rows |
Sex and Age in Pipestone County
Sex and Age in Pipestone County
The most populous age groups in Pipestone County are 10 to 14 Years (386 | 8.4%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (426 | 8.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 315 (6.8%) | 355 (7.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 368 (8.0%) | 249 (5.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 386 (8.4%) | 426 (8.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 329 (7.1%) | 291 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 210 (4.5%) | 207 (4.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 276 (6.0%) | 230 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 247 (5.3%) | 253 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 243 (5.3%) | 304 (6.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 255 (5.5%) | 262 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 227 (4.9%) | 239 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 259 (5.6%) | 265 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 285 (6.2%) | 355 (7.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 374 (8.1%) | 253 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 290 (6.3%) | 257 (5.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 185 (4.0%) | 247 (5.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 142 (3.1%) | 194 (4.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 147 (3.2%) | 149 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 79 (1.7%) | 227 (4.8%) |
| Total | 4,617 (100.0%) | 4,763 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Pipestone County
Median Family Size in Pipestone County
The median family size in Pipestone County is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,997 | 80.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (257 | 10.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.71 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,997 (80.9%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 213 (8.6%) | 2.73 |
| Single Female/Mother | 257 (10.4%) | 2.71 |
| Total Families | 2,467 (100.0%) | 2.98 |
Median Household Size in Pipestone County
The median household size in Pipestone County is 2.32 persons per household, with single male/father households (213 | 5.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.15 persons per household. non-family households (1,498 | 37.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,997 (50.4%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 213 (5.4%) | 3.15 |
| Single Female/Mother | 257 (6.5%) | 2.91 |
| Non-family | 1,498 (37.8%) | 1.12 |
| Total Households | 3,965 (100.0%) | 2.32 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pipestone County
Out of a total of 3,965 households in Pipestone County, 2,467 (62.2%) are family households, while 1,498 (37.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,258, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,347.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,347 (34.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,258 (31.7%) | 121 (3.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 485 (12.2%) | 30 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 396 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 199 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 89 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 40 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,467 (62.2%) | 1,498 (37.8%) |
Female Fertility in Pipestone County
Fertility by Age in Pipestone County
Average fertility rate in Pipestone County is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 164.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 95.0% 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 | 113 (95.0%) | 164.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (5.0%) | 7.0 |
| Total | 119 (100.0%) | 65.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pipestone County
91.6% of women with births (119) in Pipestone County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 8.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 103 (91.1%) | 10 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 109 (91.6%) | 10 (8.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Pipestone County
Average fertility rate in Pipestone County is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 92.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 41.2% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 7 (5.9%) | 23.0 |
| High School Diploma | 30 (25.2%) | 64.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 49 (41.2%) | 83.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31 (26.1%) | 92.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (1.7%) | 14.0 |
| Total | 119 (100.0%) | 65.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pipestone County
8.4% of women with births in Pipestone County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 46 (93.9%) | 3 (6.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 109 (91.6%) | 10 (8.4%) |
Income in Pipestone County
Income Overview in Pipestone County
Per Capita Income in Pipestone County is $34,973, while median incomes of families and households are $79,806 and $68,341 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 9,380 | $34,973 |
| Median Family Income | 2,467 | $79,806 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,467 | $95,633 |
| Median Household Income | 3,965 | $68,341 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,965 | $84,111 |
| Income Deficit | 2,467 | $11,222 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 9,380 | 45.56% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 9,380 | 54.44¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 9,380 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Pipestone County
Average Earnings in Pipestone County are $39,375, $51,808 for men and $28,202 for women, a difference of 45.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,628 (52.0%) | $51,808 |
| Female | 2,430 (48.0%) | $28,202 |
| Total | 5,058 (100.0%) | $39,375 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pipestone County
The most common earnings brackets in Pipestone County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (365 | 13.9%) and $2,499 or less for women (219 | 9.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 106 (4.0%) | 219 (9.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 103 (3.9%) | 110 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 69 (2.6%) | 96 (4.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 77 (2.9%) | 47 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 67 (2.5%) | 153 (6.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 28 (1.1%) | 59 (2.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 50 (1.9%) | 99 (4.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 34 (1.3%) | 64 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 40 (1.5%) | 107 (4.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 36 (1.4%) | 155 (6.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 132 (5.0%) | 170 (7.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 101 (3.8%) | 106 (4.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 156 (5.9%) | 175 (7.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 135 (5.1%) | 160 (6.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 133 (5.1%) | 133 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 146 (5.6%) | 85 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 365 (13.9%) | 182 (7.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 194 (7.4%) | 84 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 301 (11.5%) | 126 (5.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 355 (13.5%) | 100 (4.1%) |
| Total | 2,628 (100.0%) | 2,430 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pipestone County
Average earnings in Pipestone County are $55,991 for men and $31,755 for women, a difference of 43.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,818, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,865. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $95,870, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,046.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $56,563 | $27,969 |
| High School Diploma | $45,865 | $25,046 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,006 | $26,563 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $71,146 | $45,464 |
| Graduate Degree | $71,818 | $95,870 |
| Total | $55,991 | $31,755 |
Family Income in Pipestone County
Family Income Brackets in Pipestone County
According to the Pipestone County family income data, there are 562 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 42 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 113 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 42 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 126 | 5.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 96 | 3.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 217 | 8.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 437 | 17.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 511 | 20.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 562 | 22.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 205 | 8.3% |
| $200,000+ | 160 | 6.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pipestone County
5-person families (205 | 8.3%) account for the highest median family income in Pipestone County with $117,958 per family, while 2-person families (1,320 | 53.5%) have the highest median income of $38,565 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,320 (53.5%) | $77,130 |
| 3-Person Families | 471 (19.1%) | $75,625 |
| 4-Person Families | 363 (14.7%) | $91,806 |
| 5-Person Families | 205 (8.3%) | $117,958 |
| 6-Person Families | 73 (3.0%) | $105,875 |
| 7+ Person Families | 35 (1.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,467 (100.0%) | $79,806 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pipestone County
The median family income in Pipestone County is $79,806, with families comprising 3+ earners (213) having the highest median family income of $115,625, while families with no earners (292) have the lowest median family income of $46,429, accounting for 8.6% and 11.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 292 (11.8%) | $46,429 |
| 1 Earner | 715 (29.0%) | $53,945 |
| 2 Earners | 1,247 (50.5%) | $102,422 |
| 3+ Earners | 213 (8.6%) | $115,625 |
| Total | 2,467 (100.0%) | $79,806 |
Household Income in Pipestone County
Household Income Brackets in Pipestone County
With 753 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Pipestone County, accounting for 19.0% of all households. In contrast, only 127 households (3.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 206 | 5.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 127 | 3.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 285 | 7.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 317 | 8.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 531 | 13.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 666 | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 607 | 15.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 753 | 19.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 230 | 5.8% |
| $200,000+ | 238 | 6.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Pipestone County
The median household income in Pipestone County is $68,341, with the highest median household income of $83,309 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,452 households (36.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,208, with 181 households (4.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 181 (4.6%) | $45,208 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,162 (29.3%) | $78,026 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,452 (36.6%) | $83,309 |
| 65+ Years | 1,170 (29.5%) | $46,700 |
| Total | 3,965 (100.0%) | $68,341 |
Poverty in Pipestone County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pipestone County
With 10.6% poverty level for males and 15.4% for females among the residents of Pipestone County, 12 to 14 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 73 males (29.8%) and 119 females (33.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 40 (12.7%) | 119 (33.7%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (6.3%) | 1 (2.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 44 (10.6%) | 90 (22.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 73 (29.8%) | 28 (12.6%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 45 (28.5%) | 36 (23.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 12 (4.1%) | 62 (21.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 82 (15.7%) | 92 (19.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 38 (7.8%) | 94 (16.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 55 (11.4%) | 65 (12.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 16 (2.4%) | 67 (11.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 (10.8%) | 27 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (6.0%) | 36 (7.7%) |
| Total | 481 (10.6%) | 717 (15.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pipestone County
According to the poverty statistics in Pipestone County, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 274 (87.3%) | 234 (66.3%) |
| 5 Years | 89 (93.7%) | 41 (97.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 369 (89.3%) | 309 (77.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 172 (70.2%) | 195 (87.4%) |
| 15 Years | 79 (100.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 113 (71.5%) | 115 (76.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 281 (95.9%) | 231 (78.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 441 (84.3%) | 391 (80.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 451 (92.2%) | 472 (83.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 428 (88.6%) | 439 (87.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 642 (97.6%) | 541 (89.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 413 (89.2%) | 470 (94.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 314 (94.0%) | 434 (92.3%) |
| Total | 4,066 (89.4%) | 3,926 (84.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pipestone County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pipestone County show that 2.9% or 57 of the total 1,997 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 50.0%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.2%, which includes 14 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,176 (98.8%) | 14 (1.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 568 (96.1%) | 23 (3.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 181 (97.3%) | 5 (2.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 15 (50.0%) | 15 (50.0%) |
| Total | 1,940 (97.2%) | 57 (2.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pipestone County
According to the poverty data in Pipestone County, 34.7% or 74 single-father households and 48.6% or 125 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (47.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (73.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 41 (47.7%) | 4 (7.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (33.0%) | 93 (56.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (73.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 74 (34.7%) | 125 (48.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pipestone County
The poverty data for Pipestone County shows that 57 of the married-couple family households (2.9%) and 199 of the single-parent households (42.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (50.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 household (47.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 14 (1.2%) | 45 (31.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 23 (3.9%) | 126 (47.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (2.7%) | 28 (43.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 15 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 57 (2.9%) | 199 (42.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Pipestone County
Employment by Class of Employer in Pipestone County
Among the 4,368 employed individuals in Pipestone County, private company employees (2,691 | 61.6%), not-for-profit organizations (484 | 11.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (460 | 10.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,691 | 61.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 157 | 3.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 460 | 10.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 484 | 11.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 394 | 9.0% |
| State Government Employees | 88 | 2.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 81 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 13 | 0.3% |
| Total | 4,368 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Pipestone County
According to the labor force statistics for Pipestone County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,148), 64.9% or 4,639 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 135 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 91.9% or 465 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.9% or 28 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 279 (57.3%) | 8 (2.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 355 (85.1%) | 28 (7.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 465 (91.9%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 434 (86.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 822 (77.3%) | 24 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 849 (85.8%) | 64 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 524 (81.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 506 (80.7%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 303 (30.9%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,639 (64.9%) | 135 (2.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pipestone County
According to labor force statistics for Pipestone County, 83.2% of individuals (3,600) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,327) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 97 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 90.4% or 1,605 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 22.5% or 46 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 204 (69.4%) | 66 (22.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 977 (75.4%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,605 (90.4%) | 53 (3.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 816 (84.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,600 (83.2%) | 117 (2.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Pipestone County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pipestone County are Management (594 | 13.2%), Community & Social Service (445 | 9.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (359 | 8.0%), Education Instruction & Library (299 | 6.6%), and Health Technologists (231 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pipestone County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (81.8%), Education Instruction & Library (80.9%), and Community & Social Service (78.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 461 (77.6%) | 133 (22.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 41 (33.3%) | 82 (66.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 42 (80.8%) | 10 (19.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 12 (70.6%) | 5 (29.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 7 (58.3%) | 5 (41.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 95 (21.3%) | 350 (78.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 16 (18.2%) | 72 (81.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 57 (19.1%) | 242 (80.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 11 (23.4%) | 36 (76.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 85 (23.7%) | 274 (76.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 56 (24.2%) | 175 (75.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 724 (46.0%) | 849 (54.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,324 (51.6%) | 2,179 (48.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Pipestone County are Food Preparation & Serving (340 | 7.5%), Healthcare Support (156 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (151 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (62 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (44 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Pipestone County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (90.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (88.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (96.2%), Personal Care & Service (95.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (79.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 6 (3.8%) | 150 (96.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 40 (90.9%) | 4 (9.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 30 (88.2%) | 4 (11.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 71 (20.9%) | 269 (79.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 113 (74.8%) | 38 (25.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 3 (4.8%) | 59 (95.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 233 (30.9%) | 520 (69.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,324 (51.6%) | 2,179 (48.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pipestone County are Office & Administration (440 | 9.8%), and Sales & Related (284 | 6.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 146 (51.4%) | 138 (48.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 26 (5.9%) | 414 (94.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 172 (23.8%) | 552 (76.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,324 (51.6%) | 2,179 (48.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pipestone County are Construction & Extraction (338 | 7.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (206 | 4.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (144 | 3.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 99 (68.8%) | 45 (31.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 319 (94.4%) | 19 (5.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 204 (99.0%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 622 (90.4%) | 66 (9.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,324 (51.6%) | 2,179 (48.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pipestone County are Production (374 | 8.3%), Transportation (307 | 6.8%), and Material Moving (84 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 223 (59.6%) | 151 (40.4%) |
| Transportation | 288 (93.8%) | 19 (6.2%) |
| Material Moving | 62 (73.8%) | 22 (26.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 573 (74.9%) | 192 (25.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,324 (51.6%) | 2,179 (48.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Pipestone County
Employment Industries in Pipestone County
The major employment industries in Pipestone County include Health Care & Social Assistance (775 | 17.2%), Manufacturing (562 | 12.5%), Construction (437 | 9.7%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (392 | 8.7%), and Educational Services (373 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pipestone County
The Pipestone County industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Utilities (94.9%), and Construction (91.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.3%), Educational Services (85.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (68.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 295 (75.3%) | 97 (24.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 10 (90.9%) | 1 (9.1%) |
| Construction | 399 (91.3%) | 38 (8.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 396 (70.5%) | 166 (29.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 127 (80.4%) | 31 (19.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 137 (36.8%) | 235 (63.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 179 (81.7%) | 40 (18.3%) |
| Utilities | 37 (94.9%) | 2 (5.1%) |
| Information | 30 (58.8%) | 21 (41.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 61 (43.0%) | 81 (57.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 61 (43.9%) | 78 (56.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 99 (90.8%) | 10 (9.2%) |
| Educational Services | 55 (14.7%) | 318 (85.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 114 (14.7%) | 661 (85.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 28 (62.2%) | 17 (37.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 101 (31.6%) | 219 (68.4%) |
| Public Administration | 49 (43.0%) | 65 (57.0%) |
| Total | 2,324 (51.6%) | 2,179 (48.4%) |
Education in Pipestone County
School Enrollment in Pipestone County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,209 students in Pipestone County are high school (593 | 26.8%), middle school (555 | 25.1%), and elementary school (513 | 23.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 255 | 11.5% |
| Kindergarten | 92 | 4.2% |
| Elementary School | 513 | 23.2% |
| Middle School | 555 | 25.1% |
| High School | 593 | 26.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 130 | 5.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 71 | 3.2% |
| Total | 2,209 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pipestone County
Out of a total of 2,209 students who are enrolled in schools in Pipestone County, 455 (20.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,754 (79.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 25 (80.6% 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 366 (87.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 125 (69.8%) | 54 (30.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 453 (80.7%) | 108 (19.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 630 (82.6%) | 133 (17.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 366 (87.6%) | 52 (12.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 84 (71.8%) | 33 (28.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 43 (53.1%) | 38 (46.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 6 (19.4%) | 25 (80.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 47 (79.7%) | 12 (20.3%) |
| Total | 1,754 (79.4%) | 455 (20.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pipestone County
Education (363 | 26.2%), business (266 | 19.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (210 | 15.1%), science & technology (188 | 13.6%), and liberal arts & history (80 | 5.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,387 individuals in Pipestone County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 35 | 2.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 210 | 15.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 32 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 23 | 1.7% |
| Social Sciences | 44 | 3.2% |
| Engineering | 20 | 1.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 4 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 188 | 13.6% |
| Business | 266 | 19.2% |
| Education | 363 | 26.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 38 | 2.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 80 | 5.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 24 | 1.7% |
| Communications | 18 | 1.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 42 | 3.0% |
| Total | 1,387 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Pipestone County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pipestone County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pipestone County are males with 2 vehicles (842, accounting for 37.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (641, making up 39.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 48 (2.1%) | 63 (3.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 365 (16.2%) | 433 (20.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 842 (37.4%) | 641 (30.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 529 (23.5%) | 508 (24.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 290 (12.9%) | 278 (13.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 177 (7.9%) | 191 (9.0%) |
| Total | 2,251 (100.0%) | 2,114 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Pipestone County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pipestone County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,107 commuters, 27.5%), less than 5 minutes (639 commuters, 15.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (528 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 639 | 15.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,107 | 27.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 528 | 13.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 420 | 10.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 469 | 11.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 89 | 2.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 251 | 6.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 56 | 1.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 64 | 1.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 205 | 5.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 134 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 63 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Pipestone County
The most common commute times in Pipestone County are 5 to 9 minutes (540 commuters, 25.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (567 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 318 (15.2%) | 321 (16.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 540 (25.8%) | 567 (29.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 249 (11.9%) | 279 (14.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 252 (12.0%) | 168 (8.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 257 (12.3%) | 212 (11.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 52 (2.5%) | 37 (1.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 125 (6.0%) | 126 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 41 (2.0%) | 15 (0.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 57 (2.7%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 86 (4.1%) | 119 (6.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 82 (3.9%) | 52 (2.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 36 (1.7%) | 27 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pipestone County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Pipestone County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (301, 14.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (429, 22.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 217 (10.4%) | 111 (5.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 189 (9.0%) | 53 (2.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 150 (7.2%) | 121 (6.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 218 (10.4%) | 128 (6.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 259 (12.4%) | 167 (8.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 286 (13.7%) | 307 (15.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 301 (14.4%) | 429 (22.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 204 (9.7%) | 124 (6.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 24 (1.1%) | 77 (4.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 51 (2.4%) | 63 (3.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 4 (0.2%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 11 (0.5%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 112 (5.3%) | 176 (9.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 69 (3.3%) | 134 (6.9%) |
| Total | 2,095 (100.0%) | 1,930 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Pipestone County
Occupancy by Ownership in Pipestone County
Of the total 3,965 dwellings in Pipestone County, owner-occupied units account for 3,153 (79.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 812 (20.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,153 | 79.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 812 | 20.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,965 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Pipestone County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,347 | 34.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,379 | 34.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 515 | 13.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 724 | 18.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,965 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pipestone County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 909 (67.5%) | 438 (32.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,165 (84.5%) | 214 (15.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 422 (81.9%) | 93 (18.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 657 (90.7%) | 67 (9.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,153 (79.5%) | 812 (20.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pipestone County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 217 (81.9%) | 48 (18.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 955 (74.6%) | 326 (25.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,202 (79.2%) | 316 (20.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 779 (86.5%) | 122 (13.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pipestone County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 798 | 20.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 545 | 13.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 635 | 16.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 817 | 20.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 554 | 14.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 393 | 9.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 223 | 5.6% |
| Total | 3,965 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Pipestone County
Median Income by Occupancy in Pipestone County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,153 (79.5%) | $77,354 |
| Renter-Occupied | 812 (20.5%) | $37,841 |
| Average | 3,965 (100.0%) | $68,341 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pipestone County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 59 (1.9%) | 27 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 59 (1.9%) | 63 (7.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 39 (1.2%) | 87 (10.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 76 (2.4%) | 57 (7.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 109 (3.5%) | 42 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 229 (7.3%) | 89 (11.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 361 (11.5%) | 172 (21.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 572 (18.1%) | 95 (11.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 535 (17.0%) | 73 (9.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 678 (21.5%) | 77 (9.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 436 (13.8%) | 30 (3.7%) |
| Total | 3,153 (100.0%) | 812 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pipestone County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 184 (5.8%) | 74 (9.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 689 (21.8%) | 143 (17.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 811 (25.7%) | 272 (33.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 465 (14.7%) | 108 (13.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 510 (16.2%) | 100 (12.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 257 (8.2%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 124 (3.9%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 38 (1.2%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| $3,000 or more | 75 (2.4%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| Total | 3,153 (100.0%) | 812 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Pipestone County
Housing Structures in Pipestone County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,384 | 85.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 84 | 2.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 19 | 0.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 93 | 2.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 123 | 3.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 195 | 4.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 67 | 1.7% |
| Total | 3,965 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pipestone County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,047 (90.0%) | 337 (10.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 46 (54.8%) | 38 (45.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 13 (14.0%) | 80 (86.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 13 (10.6%) | 110 (89.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 195 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 34 (50.7%) | 33 (49.2%) |
| Total | 3,153 (79.5%) | 812 (20.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pipestone County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 1 (0.0%) | 29 (3.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 63 (2.0%) | 198 (24.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 779 (24.7%) | 399 (49.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 984 (31.2%) | 97 (11.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,326 (42.1%) | 89 (11.0%) |
| Total | 3,153 (100.0%) | 812 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pipestone County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,355 (43.0%) | 331 (40.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,091 (34.6%) | 185 (22.8%) |
| Electricity | 439 (13.9%) | 275 (33.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 176 (5.6%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 77 (2.4%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 15 (0.5%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| Total | 3,153 (100.0%) | 812 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Pipestone County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 46 (1.5%) | 175 (21.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 801 (25.4%) | 426 (52.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,234 (39.1%) | 98 (12.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,072 (34.0%) | 113 (13.9%) |
| Total | 3,153 (100.0%) | 812 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Pipestone County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pipestone County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,563 | 1,590 |
| Median Property Value | $122,800 | $133,800 |
| Median Household Income | $62,264 | $259 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $494 | $71 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,121 | $10 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pipestone County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 186 (11.9%) | 238 (15.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 418 (26.7%) | 443 (27.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 729 (46.6%) | 714 (44.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 174 (11.1%) | 125 (7.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 21 (1.3%) | 47 (3.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 22 (1.4%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 13 (0.8%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,563 (100.0%) | 1,590 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pipestone County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 97 (6.2%) | 19 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 167 (10.7%) | 21 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 132 (8.5%) | 57 (3.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 222 (14.2%) | 97 (6.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 311 (19.9%) | 139 (8.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 233 (14.9%) | 261 (16.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 224 (14.3%) | 302 (19.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 177 (11.3%) | 454 (28.5%) |
| Total | 1,563 (100.0%) | 1,590 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pipestone County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 769 (49.2%) | 91,389 (5,747.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 214 (13.7%) | 1,072 (67.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 197 (12.6%) | 213 (13.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 332 (21.2%) | 147 (9.2%) |
| Total | 1,563 (100.0%) | 1,590 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pipestone County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 482 (30.8%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 501 (32.1%) | 596 (37.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 536 (34.3%) | 436 (27.4%) |
| Total | 1,563 (100.0%) | 1,590 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Pipestone County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pipestone County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 795 (98.6%) | 11 (1.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,751 (96.7%) | 60 (3.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 452 (79.4%) | 117 (20.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 848 (89.7%) | 97 (10.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 939 (89.0%) | 116 (11.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 837 (84.8%) | 150 (15.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,202 (94.9%) | 64 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 956 (99.6%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 804 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,584 (93.3%) | 619 (6.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pipestone County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 795 (98.6%) | 11 (1.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,751 (96.7%) | 60 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 452 (79.4%) | 117 (20.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pipestone County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 948 (91.7%) | 86 (8.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,554 (93.2%) | 113 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,353 (96.8%) | 45 (3.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,383 (89.5%) | 162 (10.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,327 (94.0%) | 212 (6.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pipestone County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 371 (46.0%) | 491 (60.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 918 (50.7%) | 1,158 (63.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 168 (29.5%) | 299 (52.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 277 (29.3%) | 650 (68.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 217 (20.6%) | 802 (76.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 212 (21.5%) | 679 (68.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 249 (19.7%) | 1,066 (84.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 942 (98.1%) | 508 (52.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 802 (99.8%) | 546 (67.9%) |
| Total | 4,156 (45.2%) | 6,199 (67.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pipestone County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 141 (14.2%) | 56 (6.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 94 (11.5%) | 48 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 152 (9.3%) | 208 (12.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 97 (20.9%) | 51 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 171 (51.2%) | 213 (45.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pipestone County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.6%) | 38 (4.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (2.2%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (2.6%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (9.9%) | 8 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 112 (33.5%) | 69 (14.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 38 (4.7%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 19 (1.2%) | 105 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (5.6%) | 8 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (7.8%) | 14 (3.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 131 (13.2%) | 18 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (3.7%) | 45 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 41 (2.5%) | 70 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (3.0%) | 16 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (7.5%) | 45 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 104 (6.4%) | 89 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 (10.8%) | 33 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (21.3%) | 195 (41.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 19 (1.9%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.3%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 71 (4.4%) | 33 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (3.0%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (9.0%) | 31 (6.6%) |
Technology Access in Pipestone County
Computing Device Access in Pipestone County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,851 | 71.9% |
| Smartphone | 3,352 | 84.5% |
| Tablet | 2,371 | 59.8% |
| No Computing Device | 281 | 7.1% |
| Total | 3,965 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Pipestone County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 4 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 2,503 | 63.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 509 | 12.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 431 | 10.9% |
| No Internet | 564 | 14.2% |
| Total | 3,965 | 100.0% |
Pipestone County Summary
Pipestone County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is bordered by South Dakota to the west, Lincoln County to the north, Murray County to the east, and Rock County to the south. The county seat is Pipestone, and the county has a total area of 576 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population was 9,596.
History
The area that is now Pipestone County was first inhabited by the Dakota Sioux, who used the area for hunting and gathering. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the late 1850s, and the county was officially organized in 1857. The county was named for the pipestone quarries located in the area, which were used by the Dakota Sioux to make pipes for religious ceremonies.
The county was largely agricultural in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with the main crops being wheat, corn, and oats. The county also had a thriving dairy industry, and several cheese factories were established in the area.
In the late 19th century, the county was home to several Native American boarding schools, which were established to educate Native American children in the ways of white society. The Pipestone Indian School was the most famous of these schools, and it operated until the 1930s.
Geography
Pipestone County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is bordered by South Dakota to the west, Lincoln County to the north, Murray County to the east, and Rock County to the south. 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 Pipestone River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Shetek, Lake Sarah, and Lake Benton. The county also contains several state parks, including Pipestone National Monument, which is home to the pipestone quarries that gave the county its name.
Economy
The economy of Pipestone County is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, and wheat. The county also has a thriving dairy industry, and several cheese factories are located in the area.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a steel fabrication plant and a plastics manufacturing plant. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with several attractions, including the Pipestone National Monument, the Pipestone County Museum, and the Pipestone County Historical Society.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Pipestone County was 9,596. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $53,917. The per capita income for the county was $21,845. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Pipestone County?
Total Population of Pipestone County is 9,380.
What is the Total Male Population of Pipestone County?
Total Male Population of Pipestone County is 4,617.
What is the Total Female Population of Pipestone County?
Total Female Population of Pipestone County is 4,763.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pipestone County?
There are 96.93 Males per 100 Females in Pipestone County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pipestone County?
There are 103.16 Females per 100 Males in Pipestone County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pipestone County?
Median Population Age in Pipestone County is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pipestone County
Average Family Size in Pipestone County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pipestone County
Average Household Size in Pipestone County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pipestone County?
Per Capita income in Pipestone County is $34,973.
What is the Median Family Income in Pipestone County?
Median Family Income in Pipestone County is $79,806.
What is the Median Household income in Pipestone County?
Median Household Income in Pipestone County is $68,341.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pipestone County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pipestone County is 45.6%.
Women in Pipestone County earn 54.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pipestone County?
Family Income Deficit in Pipestone County is $11,222.
Families that are below poverty line in Pipestone County earn $11,222 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pipestone County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pipestone County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pipestone County?
There are 4,639 People in the Labor Forcein in Pipestone County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pipestone County?
64.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Pipestone County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pipestone County?
Unemployment Rate in Pipestone County is 2.9%.