Mineral County, MT
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Mineral County Overview
4,652
TOTAL POPULATION
2,430
MALE POPULATION
2,222
FEMALE POPULATION
109.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.44
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,940
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,098
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,005
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Mineral County Area Codes
Race in Mineral County
The most populous races in Mineral County are White / Caucasian (4,326 | 93.0%), Two or more Races (182 | 3.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (154 | 3.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 30 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 33 | 0.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 154 | 3.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 65 | 1.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,326 | 93.0% |
| Two or more Races | 182 | 3.9% |
| Some other Race | 16 | 0.3% |
| Total | 4,652 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mineral County
The most populous ancestries reported in Mineral County are German (947 | 20.4%), Irish (511 | 11.0%), English (438 | 9.4%), French (315 | 6.8%), and American (170 | 3.6%), together accounting for 51.2% of all Mineral County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 170 | 3.6% |
| Australian | 23 | 0.5% |
| Basque | 6 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 6 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 37 | 0.8% |
| Brazilian | 9 | 0.2% |
| British | 55 | 1.2% |
| Burmese | 5 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 12 | 0.3% |
| Celtic | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 3 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 10 | 0.2% |
| Cheyenne | 8 | 0.2% |
| Chippewa | 13 | 0.3% |
| Cree | 9 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 4 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 34 | 0.7% |
| Dutch | 80 | 1.7% |
| Eastern European | 9 | 0.2% |
| English | 438 | 9.4% |
| Estonian | 4 | 0.1% |
| European | 50 | 1.1% |
| Finnish | 33 | 0.7% |
| French | 315 | 6.8% |
| French Canadian | 67 | 1.4% |
| German | 947 | 20.4% |
| Greek | 6 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 37 | 0.8% |
| Indian (Asian) | 19 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 511 | 11.0% |
| Italian | 155 | 3.3% |
| Korean | 5 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 9 | 0.2% |
| Luxembourger | 12 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 139 | 3.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 10 | 0.2% |
| Navajo | 10 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 21 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 157 | 3.4% |
| Pakistani | 3 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 2 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 53 | 1.1% |
| Portuguese | 12 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 1 | 0.0% |
| Romanian | 9 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 30 | 0.6% |
| Salvadoran | 3 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 77 | 1.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 128 | 2.8% |
| Scottish | 94 | 2.0% |
| Slovak | 33 | 0.7% |
| Spaniard | 6 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 5 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 12 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 96 | 2.1% |
| Swiss | 7 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 68 | 1.5% | View All 59 Rows |
Immigrants in Mineral County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mineral County came from Canada (28 | 0.6%), Asia (25 | 0.5%), China (19 | 0.4%), Eastern Asia (19 | 0.4%), and Europe (10 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.2% of all Mineral County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 25 | 0.5% |
| Canada | 28 | 0.6% |
| China | 19 | 0.4% |
| Colombia | 7 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 19 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 3 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 10 | 0.2% |
| France | 2 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 4 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 7 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 4 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 3 | 0.1% |
| South America | 7 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 3 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 3 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 3 | 0.1% | View All 18 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mineral County
Sex and Age in Mineral County
The most populous age groups in Mineral County are 60 to 64 Years (210 | 8.6%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (223 | 10.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 196 (8.1%) | 110 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 129 (5.3%) | 70 (3.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 104 (4.3%) | 166 (7.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 143 (5.9%) | 134 (6.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 71 (2.9%) | 70 (3.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 103 (4.2%) | 95 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 106 (4.4%) | 114 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 185 (7.6%) | 136 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 64 (2.6%) | 73 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 114 (4.7%) | 116 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 128 (5.3%) | 136 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 197 (8.1%) | 197 (8.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 210 (8.6%) | 188 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 206 (8.5%) | 223 (10.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 203 (8.4%) | 156 (7.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 125 (5.1%) | 75 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 60 (2.5%) | 125 (5.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 86 (3.5%) | 38 (1.7%) |
| Total | 2,430 (100.0%) | 2,222 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mineral County
Median Family Size in Mineral County
The median family size in Mineral County is 2.65 persons per family, with single female/mother families (109 | 8.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (197 | 14.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.11 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,028 (77.1%) | 2.72 |
| Single Male/Father | 197 (14.8%) | 2.11 |
| Single Female/Mother | 109 (8.2%) | 2.99 |
| Total Families | 1,334 (100.0%) | 2.65 |
Median Household Size in Mineral County
The median household size in Mineral County is 2.21 persons per household, with single female/mother households (109 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.12 persons per household. non-family households (744 | 35.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.08 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,028 (49.5%) | 2.76 |
| Single Male/Father | 197 (9.5%) | 2.50 |
| Single Female/Mother | 109 (5.2%) | 4.12 |
| Non-family | 744 (35.8%) | 1.08 |
| Total Households | 2,078 (100.0%) | 2.21 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mineral County
Out of a total of 2,078 households in Mineral County, 1,334 (64.2%) are family households, while 744 (35.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 766, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 695.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 695 (33.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 766 (36.9%) | 45 (2.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 316 (15.2%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 124 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 83 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 34 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 11 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,334 (64.2%) | 744 (35.8%) |
Female Fertility in Mineral County
Fertility by Age in Mineral County
Average fertility rate in Mineral County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 100.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.1% 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 | 28 (65.1%) | 100.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 15 (34.9%) | 40.0 |
| Total | 43 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mineral County
25.6% of women with births (43) in Mineral County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 80.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 71.4% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 8 (28.6%) | 20 (71.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (20.0%) | 12 (80.0%) |
| Total | 11 (25.6%) | 32 (74.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Mineral County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 20 (46.5%) | 106.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 20 (46.5%) | 91.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (7.0%) | 25.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 43 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mineral County
74.4% of women with births in Mineral County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 8 (40.0%) | 12 (60.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11 (25.6%) | 32 (74.4%) |
Income in Mineral County
Income Overview in Mineral County
Per Capita Income in Mineral County is $32,940, while median incomes of families and households are $59,917 and $56,098 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,652 | $32,940 |
| Median Family Income | 1,334 | $59,917 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,334 | $73,791 |
| Median Household Income | 2,078 | $56,098 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,078 | $72,931 |
| Income Deficit | 1,334 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,652 | 33.01% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,652 | 66.99¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,652 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Mineral County
Average Earnings in Mineral County are $33,456, $36,329 for men and $24,337 for women, a difference of 33.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,132 (51.7%) | $36,329 |
| Female | 1,058 (48.3%) | $24,337 |
| Total | 2,190 (100.0%) | $33,456 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mineral County
The most common earnings brackets in Mineral County are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (138 | 12.2%) and $100,000+ for women (135 | 12.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 60 (5.3%) | 105 (9.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 37 (3.3%) | 70 (6.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 74 (6.5%) | 20 (1.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 15 (1.3%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 17 (1.5%) | 88 (8.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 45 (4.0%) | 73 (6.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 36 (3.2%) | 50 (4.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 24 (2.1%) | 15 (1.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 10 (0.9%) | 63 (5.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 32 (2.8%) | 49 (4.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 36 (3.2%) | 64 (6.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 138 (12.2%) | 49 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 95 (8.4%) | 31 (2.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 41 (3.6%) | 58 (5.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 69 (6.1%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 71 (6.3%) | 30 (2.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 76 (6.7%) | 26 (2.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 54 (4.8%) | 48 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 116 (10.2%) | 52 (4.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 86 (7.6%) | 135 (12.8%) |
| Total | 1,132 (100.0%) | 1,058 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mineral County
Average earnings in Mineral County are $38,516 for men and $29,183 for women, a difference of 24.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $48,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,167. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,958, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,029.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,167 | $11,029 |
| High School Diploma | $39,500 | $24,896 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $37,127 | $23,973 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,250 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $38,516 | $29,183 |
Family Income in Mineral County
Family Income Brackets in Mineral County
According to the Mineral County family income data, there are 317 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.8% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 17 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 17 | 1.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 44 | 3.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 49 | 3.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 145 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 276 | 20.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 317 | 23.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 135 | 10.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 247 | 18.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 61 | 4.6% |
| $200,000+ | 41 | 3.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mineral County
4-person families (141 | 10.6%) account for the highest median family income in Mineral County with $108,083 per family, while 2-person families (855 | 64.1%) have the highest median income of $28,535 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 855 (64.1%) | $57,070 |
| 3-Person Families | 243 (18.2%) | $57,132 |
| 4-Person Families | 141 (10.6%) | $108,083 |
| 5-Person Families | 65 (4.9%) | $73,681 |
| 6-Person Families | 20 (1.5%) | $71,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 10 (0.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,334 (100.0%) | $59,917 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mineral County
The median family income in Mineral County is $59,917, with families comprising 3+ earners (123) having the highest median family income of $107,813, while families with no earners (370) have the lowest median family income of $44,545, accounting for 9.2% and 27.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 370 (27.7%) | $44,545 |
| 1 Earner | 434 (32.5%) | $45,833 |
| 2 Earners | 407 (30.5%) | $89,375 |
| 3+ Earners | 123 (9.2%) | $107,813 |
| Total | 1,334 (100.0%) | $59,917 |
Household Income in Mineral County
Household Income Brackets in Mineral County
With 492 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mineral County, accounting for 23.7% of all households. In contrast, only 71 households (3.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 96 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 73 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 172 | 8.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 135 | 6.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 399 | 19.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 492 | 23.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 172 | 8.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 287 | 13.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 181 | 8.7% |
| $200,000+ | 71 | 3.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mineral County
The median household income in Mineral County is $56,098, with the highest median household income of $69,474 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 462 households (22.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 21 households (1.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 21 (1.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 462 (22.2%) | $69,474 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 758 (36.5%) | $59,554 |
| 65+ Years | 837 (40.3%) | $46,220 |
| Total | 2,078 (100.0%) | $56,098 |
Poverty in Mineral County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mineral County
With 11.9% poverty level for males and 16.6% for females among the residents of Mineral County, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 18 males (26.1%) and 5 females (45.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 19 (17.6%) | 16 (15.5%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 39 (24.8%) | 37 (39.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 18 (26.1%) | 35 (26.7%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (11.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 12 (19.1%) | 9 (11.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 20 (15.9%) | 28 (28.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 35 (16.9%) | 51 (24.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 49 (20.0%) | 29 (13.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9 (3.7%) | 38 (15.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 57 (14.0%) | 54 (14.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (2.0%) | 26 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (3.4%) | 33 (14.6%) |
| Total | 275 (11.9%) | 364 (16.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mineral County
According to the poverty statistics in Mineral County, males aged 5 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 93.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 89 (82.4%) | 87 (84.5%) |
| 5 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 6 (54.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 118 (75.2%) | 57 (60.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 51 (73.9%) | 96 (73.3%) |
| 15 Years | 24 (100.0%) | 24 (88.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 51 (80.9%) | 69 (88.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 106 (84.1%) | 71 (71.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 172 (83.1%) | 158 (75.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 196 (80.0%) | 180 (86.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 233 (96.3%) | 213 (84.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 349 (86.0%) | 331 (86.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 397 (98.0%) | 350 (93.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 253 (96.6%) | 193 (85.4%) |
| Total | 2,044 (88.1%) | 1,835 (83.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mineral County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mineral County show that 5.9% or 61 of the total 1,028 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.2%, which includes 16 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 720 (97.8%) | 16 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 186 (89.0%) | 23 (11.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 61 (75.3%) | 20 (24.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 967 (94.1%) | 61 (5.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mineral County
According to the poverty data in Mineral County, 9.6% or 19 single-father households and 31.2% or 34 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 19 households (17.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (17.8%) | 25 (29.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (9.6%) | 34 (31.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mineral County
The poverty data for Mineral County shows that 61 of the married-couple family households (5.9%) and 53 of the single-parent households (17.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 16 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 23 (11.0%) | 44 (22.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 20 (24.7%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 61 (5.9%) | 53 (17.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mineral County
Employment by Class of Employer in Mineral County
Among the 1,890 employed individuals in Mineral County, private company employees (978 | 51.7%), self-employed (not incorporated) (281 | 14.9%), and local government employees (213 | 11.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 978 | 51.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 105 | 5.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 281 | 14.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 134 | 7.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 213 | 11.3% |
| State Government Employees | 83 | 4.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 78 | 4.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 18 | 0.9% |
| Total | 1,890 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mineral County
According to the labor force statistics for Mineral County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,826), 52.4% or 2,005 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 72 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 94.9% or 188 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.5% or 39 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 121 (53.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 132 (93.6%) | 39 (29.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 188 (94.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 179 (81.4%) | 11 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 359 (78.4%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 405 (82.0%) | 13 (3.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 225 (57.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 195 (49.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 154 (19.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,005 (52.4%) | 72 (3.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mineral County
According to labor force statistics for Mineral County, 71.7% of individuals (1,550) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,162) are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 33 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 75.0% or 598 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.5% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 74 (51.0%) | 20 (13.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 465 (71.5%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 598 (75.0%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 414 (72.6%) | 15 (2.7%) |
| Total | 1,550 (71.7%) | 45 (2.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mineral County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mineral County are Management (255 | 13.3%), Community & Social Service (173 | 9.0%), Education Instruction & Library (102 | 5.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (76 | 4.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (71 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mineral County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (80.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (60.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (91.3%), Business & Financial (88.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (84.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 114 (44.7%) | 141 (55.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 5 (11.4%) | 39 (88.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 42 (59.2%) | 29 (40.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 (27.8%) | 13 (72.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 24 (60.0%) | 16 (40.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 51 (29.5%) | 122 (70.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 13 (32.5%) | 27 (67.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 2 (33.3%) | 4 (66.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 16 (15.7%) | 86 (84.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 20 (80.0%) | 5 (20.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 23 (30.3%) | 53 (69.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 4 (8.7%) | 42 (91.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 235 (38.0%) | 384 (62.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 962 (50.2%) | 955 (49.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mineral County are Food Preparation & Serving (136 | 7.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (83 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (52 | 2.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (42 | 2.2%), and Healthcare Support (18 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mineral County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (83.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 3 (16.7%) | 15 (83.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 67 (49.3%) | 69 (50.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 32 (38.6%) | 51 (61.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 154 (50.2%) | 153 (49.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 962 (50.2%) | 955 (49.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mineral County are Sales & Related (224 | 11.7%), and Office & Administration (174 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 65 (29.0%) | 159 (71.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 32 (18.4%) | 142 (81.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 97 (24.4%) | 301 (75.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 962 (50.2%) | 955 (49.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mineral County are Construction & Extraction (168 | 8.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (60 | 3.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (41 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 165 (98.2%) | 3 (1.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 266 (98.9%) | 3 (1.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 962 (50.2%) | 955 (49.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mineral County are Production (132 | 6.9%), Transportation (120 | 6.3%), and Material Moving (72 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 81 (61.4%) | 51 (38.6%) |
| Transportation | 90 (75.0%) | 30 (25.0%) |
| Material Moving | 39 (54.2%) | 33 (45.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 210 (64.8%) | 114 (35.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 962 (50.2%) | 955 (49.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mineral County
Employment Industries in Mineral County
The major employment industries in Mineral County include Health Care & Social Assistance (216 | 11.3%), Retail Trade (210 | 11.0%), Construction (197 | 10.3%), Educational Services (156 | 8.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (155 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mineral County
The Mineral County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (99.5%), and Wholesale Trade (90.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (89.8%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 131 (87.9%) | 18 (12.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 196 (99.5%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 84 (70.0%) | 36 (30.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 56 (90.3%) | 6 (9.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 71 (33.8%) | 139 (66.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 70 (56.0%) | 55 (44.0%) |
| Utilities | 20 (42.5%) | 27 (57.5%) |
| Information | 36 (62.1%) | 22 (37.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 5 (10.2%) | 44 (89.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 18 (30.5%) | 41 (69.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 29 (59.2%) | 20 (40.8%) |
| Educational Services | 46 (29.5%) | 110 (70.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 36 (16.7%) | 180 (83.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 12 (66.7%) | 6 (33.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 51 (32.9%) | 104 (67.1%) |
| Public Administration | 41 (73.2%) | 15 (26.8%) |
| Total | 962 (50.2%) | 955 (49.8%) |
Education in Mineral County
School Enrollment in Mineral County
The most common levels of schooling among the 822 students in Mineral County are high school (292 | 35.5%), middle school (208 | 25.3%), and elementary school (141 | 17.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 46 | 5.6% |
| Kindergarten | 57 | 6.9% |
| Elementary School | 141 | 17.2% |
| Middle School | 208 | 25.3% |
| High School | 292 | 35.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 45 | 5.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 33 | 4.0% |
| Total | 822 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mineral County
Out of a total of 822 students who are enrolled in schools in Mineral County, 108 (13.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 714 (86.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (61.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 43 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 20 (57.1%) | 15 (42.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 157 (83.5%) | 31 (16.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 246 (91.4%) | 23 (8.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 176 (93.1%) | 13 (6.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 16 (38.1%) | 26 (61.9%) |
| Total | 714 (86.9%) | 108 (13.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mineral County
Education (195 | 19.6%), business (109 | 10.9%), multidisciplinary studies (108 | 10.8%), social sciences (81 | 8.1%), and science & technology (77 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 997 individuals in Mineral County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 22 | 2.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 64 | 6.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 49 | 4.9% |
| Psychology | 39 | 3.9% |
| Social Sciences | 81 | 8.1% |
| Engineering | 65 | 6.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 108 | 10.8% |
| Science & Technology | 77 | 7.7% |
| Business | 109 | 10.9% |
| Education | 195 | 19.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 24 | 2.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 77 | 7.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 28 | 2.8% |
| Communications | 27 | 2.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 32 | 3.2% |
| Total | 997 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mineral County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mineral County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mineral County are males with 2 vehicles (418, accounting for 45.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (377, making up 44.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 16 (1.7%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 68 (7.3%) | 211 (22.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 418 (45.1%) | 377 (39.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 300 (32.4%) | 213 (22.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 54 (5.8%) | 78 (8.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 70 (7.6%) | 61 (6.5%) |
| Total | 926 (100.0%) | 946 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mineral County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mineral County are 5 to 9 minutes (303 commuters, 17.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (267 commuters, 15.6%), and 45 to 59 minutes (189 commuters, 11.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 179 | 10.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 303 | 17.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 267 | 15.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 100 | 5.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 98 | 5.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 56 | 3.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 152 | 8.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 27 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 111 | 6.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 189 | 11.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 181 | 10.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 45 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mineral County
The most common commute times in Mineral County are 60 to 89 minutes (137 commuters, 16.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (215 commuters, 25.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 85 (10.0%) | 94 (10.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 88 (10.4%) | 215 (25.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 96 (11.3%) | 171 (19.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 74 (8.7%) | 26 (3.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 59 (7.0%) | 39 (4.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 23 (2.7%) | 33 (3.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 97 (11.4%) | 55 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 14 (1.7%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 32 (3.8%) | 79 (9.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 110 (13.0%) | 79 (9.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 137 (16.1%) | 44 (5.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 34 (4.0%) | 11 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mineral County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mineral County are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (136, 16.0%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (194, 22.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 29 (3.4%) | 27 (3.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 67 (7.9%) | 25 (2.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 136 (16.0%) | 44 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 40 (4.7%) | 79 (9.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 95 (11.2%) | 194 (22.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 62 (7.3%) | 75 (8.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 118 (13.9%) | 111 (12.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 73 (8.6%) | 46 (5.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 9 (1.1%) | 26 (3.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 31 (3.6%) | 110 (12.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 5 (0.6%) | 48 (5.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 59 (7.0%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 62 (7.3%) | 38 (4.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 63 (7.4%) | 33 (3.8%) |
| Total | 849 (100.0%) | 859 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mineral County
Occupancy by Ownership in Mineral County
Of the total 2,078 dwellings in Mineral County, owner-occupied units account for 1,668 (80.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 410 (19.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,668 | 80.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 410 | 19.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,078 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mineral County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 695 | 33.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 811 | 39.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 320 | 15.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 252 | 12.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,078 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mineral County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 516 (74.2%) | 179 (25.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 738 (91.0%) | 73 (9.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 220 (68.8%) | 100 (31.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 194 (77.0%) | 58 (23.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,668 (80.3%) | 410 (19.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mineral County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 60 (61.9%) | 37 (38.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 402 (72.8%) | 150 (27.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 647 (82.6%) | 136 (17.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 559 (86.5%) | 87 (13.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mineral County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 238 | 11.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 245 | 11.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 288 | 13.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 470 | 22.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 525 | 25.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 262 | 12.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 50 | 2.4% |
| Total | 2,078 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mineral County
Median Income by Occupancy in Mineral County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,668 (80.3%) | $60,192 |
| Renter-Occupied | 410 (19.7%) | $42,188 |
| Average | 2,078 (100.0%) | $56,098 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mineral County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 45 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 38 (2.3%) | 13 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 28 (1.7%) | 45 (11.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 25 (1.5%) | 63 (15.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 36 (2.2%) | 49 (11.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 113 (6.8%) | 22 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 357 (21.4%) | 41 (10.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 420 (25.2%) | 73 (17.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 140 (8.4%) | 33 (8.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 246 (14.7%) | 40 (9.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 220 (13.2%) | 31 (7.6%) |
| Total | 1,668 (100.0%) | 410 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mineral County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 239 (14.3%) | 9 (2.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 287 (17.2%) | 43 (10.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 272 (16.3%) | 141 (34.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 90 (5.4%) | 97 (23.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 403 (24.2%) | 74 (18.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 175 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 128 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 56 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 18 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,668 (100.0%) | 410 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mineral County
Housing Structures in Mineral County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,549 | 74.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 18 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 19 | 0.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 3 | 0.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 52 | 2.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 10 | 0.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 427 | 20.5% |
| Total | 2,078 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mineral County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,324 (85.5%) | 225 (14.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 (50.0%) | 9 (50.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 5 (26.3%) | 14 (73.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 330 (77.3%) | 97 (22.7%) |
| Total | 1,668 (80.3%) | 410 (19.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mineral County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 23 (1.4%) | 10 (2.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 130 (7.8%) | 89 (21.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 571 (34.2%) | 195 (47.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 548 (32.9%) | 42 (10.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 396 (23.7%) | 74 (18.0%) |
| Total | 1,668 (100.0%) | 410 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mineral County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 51 (3.1%) | 10 (2.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 753 (45.1%) | 120 (29.3%) |
| Electricity | 238 (14.3%) | 133 (32.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 39 (2.3%) | 23 (5.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 587 (35.2%) | 105 (25.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (4.6%) |
| Total | 1,668 (100.0%) | 410 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mineral County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 15 (0.9%) | 25 (6.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 326 (19.5%) | 134 (32.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 694 (41.6%) | 151 (36.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 633 (38.0%) | 100 (24.4%) |
| Total | 1,668 (100.0%) | 410 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mineral County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mineral County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 756 | 912 |
| Median Property Value | $230,100 | $296,100 |
| Median Household Income | $45,303 | $180 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $393 | $18 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,289 | $10 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mineral County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 132 (17.5%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 74 (9.8%) | 25 (2.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 256 (33.9%) | 436 (47.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 179 (23.7%) | 330 (36.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 87 (11.5%) | 87 (9.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 28 (3.7%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (1.9%) |
| Total | 756 (100.0%) | 912 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mineral County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 55 (7.3%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 47 (6.2%) | 28 (3.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 82 (10.8%) | 42 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 231 (30.6%) | 31 (3.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 220 (29.1%) | 126 (13.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 54 (7.1%) | 200 (21.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 27 (3.6%) | 86 (9.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 40 (5.3%) | 219 (24.0%) |
| Total | 756 (100.0%) | 912 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mineral County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 177 (23.4%) | 82,065 (8,998.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 92 (12.2%) | 183 (20.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 53 (7.0%) | 217 (23.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 421 (55.7%) | 128 (14.0%) |
| Total | 756 (100.0%) | 912 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mineral County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 119 (15.7%) | 20 (2.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 345 (45.6%) | 53 (5.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 244 (32.3%) | 246 (27.0%) |
| Total | 756 (100.0%) | 912 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mineral County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mineral County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 311 (96.6%) | 11 (3.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 676 (95.4%) | 33 (4.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 171 (95.0%) | 9 (5.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 288 (76.0%) | 91 (24.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 364 (80.2%) | 90 (19.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 451 (91.5%) | 42 (8.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 720 (91.0%) | 71 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 781 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 488 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,250 (92.4%) | 347 (7.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mineral County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 311 (96.6%) | 11 (3.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 676 (95.4%) | 33 (4.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 171 (95.0%) | 9 (5.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mineral County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 480 (98.2%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,035 (94.1%) | 65 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 990 (85.9%) | 163 (14.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 446 (93.9%) | 29 (6.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,278 (94.4%) | 76 (5.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mineral County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 176 (54.7%) | 135 (41.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 389 (54.9%) | 325 (45.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 92 (51.1%) | 79 (43.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 91 (24.0%) | 230 (60.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 160 (35.2%) | 237 (52.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 133 (27.0%) | 339 (68.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 236 (29.8%) | 557 (70.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 776 (99.4%) | 478 (61.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 488 (100.0%) | 378 (77.5%) |
| Total | 2,541 (55.3%) | 2,758 (60.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mineral County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (5.7%) | 10 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 45 (14.2%) | 23 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 228 (25.5%) | 101 (11.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 146 (36.0%) | 54 (14.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 125 (47.7%) | 94 (41.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mineral County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 87 (9.7%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (15.8%) | 12 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (21.8%) | 30 (13.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (6.9%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (3.1%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (8.2%) | 5 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (5.7%) | 17 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (5.7%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (7.3%) | 21 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 98 (11.0%) | 53 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (4.2%) | 11 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (14.1%) | 35 (15.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (1.9%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 91 (10.2%) | 54 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (24.2%) | 30 (8.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (20.6%) | 33 (14.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (2.5%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 27 (3.0%) | 36 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (3.0%) | 7 (3.1%) |
Technology Access in Mineral County
Computing Device Access in Mineral County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,645 | 79.2% |
| Smartphone | 1,553 | 74.7% |
| Tablet | 1,313 | 63.2% |
| No Computing Device | 173 | 8.3% |
| Total | 2,078 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mineral County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 22 | 1.1% |
| Broadband Home | 1,099 | 52.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 311 | 15.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 231 | 11.1% |
| No Internet | 431 | 20.7% |
| Total | 2,078 | 100.0% |
Mineral County Summary
Mineral County is located in the western part of Montana, and is bordered by Sanders County to the north, Lake County to the east, Missoula County to the south, and Ravalli County to the west. The county seat is Superior, and the largest city is St. Regis. The county was established in 1914 and named for the abundance of minerals found in the area.
Geography
Mineral County covers an area of 1,845 square miles, making it the fourth largest county in Montana. The terrain is mostly mountainous, with the highest point being Mount Jumbo at 8,890 feet. The Clark Fork River runs through the county, and there are several lakes, including Flathead Lake, which is the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States. The county is home to the Flathead National Forest, which covers 1.2 million acres and is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, moose, and grizzly bears.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Mineral County had a population of 4,223. The population density was 2.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.2% White, 0.3% African American, 1.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $41,944. The per capita income for the county was $17,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Mineral County is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The county is home to several large ranches, and the agricultural industry is the largest employer in the county. The county is also home to several ski resorts, which attract tourists from all over the world. Other industries in the county include logging, mining, and manufacturing.
The county is home to several large companies, including the St. Regis Paper Company, which is the largest employer in the county. The company produces paper products, including paper towels, toilet paper, and napkins. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and lodging establishments.
Conclusion
Mineral County is a rural county located in western Montana. The county is home to a variety of industries, including agriculture, logging, mining, and manufacturing. The county is also home to several ski resorts, which attract tourists from all over the world. The county has a population of 4,223, and the median income for a household is $35,938. Mineral County is a great place to live and work, and offers a variety of opportunities for those looking to start a business or find employment.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mineral County?
Total Population of Mineral County is 4,652.
What is the Total Male Population of Mineral County?
Total Male Population of Mineral County is 2,430.
What is the Total Female Population of Mineral County?
Total Female Population of Mineral County is 2,222.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mineral County?
There are 109.36 Males per 100 Females in Mineral County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mineral County?
There are 91.44 Females per 100 Males in Mineral County.
What is the Median Population Age in Mineral County?
Median Population Age in Mineral County is 50.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mineral County
Average Family Size in Mineral County is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mineral County
Average Household Size in Mineral County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mineral County?
Per Capita income in Mineral County is $32,940.
What is the Median Family Income in Mineral County?
Median Family Income in Mineral County is $59,917.
What is the Median Household income in Mineral County?
Median Household Income in Mineral County is $56,098.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mineral County?
Income or Wage Gap in Mineral County is 33.0%.
Women in Mineral County earn 67.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mineral County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mineral County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mineral County?
There are 2,005 People in the Labor Forcein in Mineral County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mineral County?
52.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Mineral County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mineral County?
Unemployment Rate in Mineral County is 3.6%.