Richland County, ND
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16,548
TOTAL POPULATION
8,527
MALE POPULATION
8,021
FEMALE POPULATION
106.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,265
PER CAPITA INCOME
$98,290
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,089
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,737
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Richland County Area Codes
Race in Richland County
The most populous races in Richland County are White / Caucasian (15,073 | 91.1%), Hispanic or Latino (598 | 3.6%), and Two or more Races (573 | 3.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 138 | 0.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 598 | 3.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 523 | 3.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,073 | 91.1% |
| Two or more Races | 573 | 3.5% |
| Some other Race | 216 | 1.3% |
| Total | 16,548 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Richland County
The most populous ancestries reported in Richland County are German (7,369 | 44.5%), Norwegian (3,814 | 23.1%), Irish (1,015 | 6.1%), English (732 | 4.4%), and Swedish (680 | 4.1%), together accounting for 82.2% of all Richland County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 315 | 1.9% |
| Apache | 6 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 5 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 51 | 0.3% |
| Basque | 5 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 24 | 0.2% |
| British | 8 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 29 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 8 | 0.1% |
| Chilean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 222 | 1.3% |
| Cuban | 3 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 518 | 3.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 145 | 0.9% |
| Dominican | 19 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 298 | 1.8% |
| Eastern European | 4 | 0.0% |
| English | 732 | 4.4% |
| European | 156 | 0.9% |
| Finnish | 92 | 0.6% |
| French | 297 | 1.8% |
| French Canadian | 84 | 0.5% |
| German | 7,369 | 44.5% |
| German Russian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 9 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 40 | 0.2% |
| Icelander | 73 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 1,015 | 6.1% |
| Iroquois | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 89 | 0.5% |
| Korean | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Liberian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 410 | 2.5% |
| Northern European | 36 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 3,814 | 23.1% |
| Polish | 471 | 2.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 19 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 302 | 1.8% |
| Salvadoran | 8 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 274 | 1.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 78 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 194 | 1.2% |
| Sioux | 312 | 1.9% |
| Slovak | 18 | 0.1% |
| South American | 4 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 129 | 0.8% |
| Sri Lankan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 7 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 680 | 4.1% |
| Swiss | 61 | 0.4% |
| Syrian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 16 | 0.1% | View All 59 Rows |
Immigrants in Richland County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Richland County came from Latin America (52 | 0.3%), Central America (46 | 0.3%), Mexico (38 | 0.2%), Europe (29 | 0.2%), and Asia (23 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.1% of all Richland County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 23 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 21 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 46 | 0.3% |
| China | 2 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 23 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 16 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 8 | 0.1% |
| England | 1 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 29 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 12 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 21 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 52 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 38 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 12 | 0.1% | View All 20 Rows |
Sex and Age in Richland County
Sex and Age in Richland County
The most populous age groups in Richland County are 15 to 19 Years (926 | 10.9%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (693 | 8.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 471 (5.5%) | 503 (6.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 510 (6.0%) | 458 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 542 (6.4%) | 506 (6.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 926 (10.9%) | 594 (7.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 656 (7.7%) | 693 (8.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 503 (5.9%) | 410 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 469 (5.5%) | 418 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 482 (5.7%) | 547 (6.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 447 (5.2%) | 341 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 392 (4.6%) | 340 (4.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 472 (5.5%) | 424 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 559 (6.6%) | 605 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 599 (7.0%) | 531 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 519 (6.1%) | 564 (7.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 372 (4.4%) | 268 (3.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 270 (3.2%) | 283 (3.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 199 (2.3%) | 217 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 139 (1.6%) | 319 (4.0%) |
| Total | 8,527 (100.0%) | 8,021 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Richland County
Median Family Size in Richland County
The median family size in Richland County is 2.88 persons per family, with single male/father families (150 | 3.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (669 | 16.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,136 (79.3%) | 2.95 |
| Single Male/Father | 150 (3.8%) | 3.05 |
| Single Female/Mother | 669 (16.9%) | 2.54 |
| Total Families | 3,955 (100.0%) | 2.88 |
Median Household Size in Richland County
The median household size in Richland County is 2.23 persons per household, with single male/father households (150 | 2.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (2,826 | 41.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,136 (46.3%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 150 (2.2%) | 3.48 |
| Single Female/Mother | 669 (9.9%) | 2.70 |
| Non-family | 2,826 (41.7%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 6,781 (100.0%) | 2.23 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Richland County
Out of a total of 6,781 households in Richland County, 3,955 (58.3%) are family households, while 2,826 (41.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,049, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,175.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,175 (32.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,049 (30.2%) | 611 (9.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 677 (10.0%) | 39 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 681 (10.0%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 346 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 105 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 97 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,955 (58.3%) | 2,826 (41.7%) |
Female Fertility in Richland County
Fertility by Age in Richland County
Average fertility rate in Richland County is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 166.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.1% 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 | 253 (88.1%) | 166.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (11.8%) | 25.0 |
| Total | 287 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Richland County
71.8% of women with births (287) in Richland County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 31.2% 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 5.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 174 (68.8%) | 79 (31.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 32 (94.1%) | 2 (5.9%) |
| Total | 206 (71.8%) | 81 (28.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Richland County
Average fertility rate in Richland County is 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 167.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 35.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 14 (4.9%) | 29.0 |
| High School Diploma | 61 (21.2%) | 90.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 97 (33.8%) | 62.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 103 (35.9%) | 167.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (4.2%) | 81.0 |
| Total | 287 (100.0%) | 82.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Richland County
28.2% of women with births in Richland County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 70.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 10 (71.4%) | 4 (28.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 18 (29.5%) | 43 (70.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 63 (64.9%) | 34 (35.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 103 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 206 (71.8%) | 81 (28.2%) |
Income in Richland County
Income Overview in Richland County
Per Capita Income in Richland County is $38,265, while median incomes of families and households are $98,290 and $67,089 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,548 | $38,265 |
| Median Family Income | 3,955 | $98,290 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,955 | $119,835 |
| Median Household Income | 6,781 | $67,089 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,781 | $91,166 |
| Income Deficit | 3,955 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,548 | 35.93% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,548 | 64.07¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,548 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Richland County
Average Earnings in Richland County are $36,941, $46,217 for men and $29,611 for women, a difference of 35.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,496 (55.3%) | $46,217 |
| Female | 4,447 (44.7%) | $29,611 |
| Total | 9,943 (100.0%) | $36,941 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Richland County
The most common earnings brackets in Richland County are $100,000+ for men (752 | 13.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (397 | 8.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 225 (4.1%) | 384 (8.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 279 (5.1%) | 249 (5.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 249 (4.5%) | 251 (5.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 227 (4.1%) | 125 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 272 (5.0%) | 175 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 140 (2.5%) | 182 (4.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 163 (3.0%) | 80 (1.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 29 (0.5%) | 132 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 125 (2.3%) | 131 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 82 (1.5%) | 152 (3.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 273 (5.0%) | 397 (8.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 191 (3.5%) | 297 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 139 (2.5%) | 364 (8.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 262 (4.8%) | 261 (5.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 405 (7.4%) | 165 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 232 (4.2%) | 146 (3.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 536 (9.8%) | 383 (8.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 377 (6.9%) | 210 (4.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 538 (9.8%) | 205 (4.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 752 (13.7%) | 158 (3.5%) |
| Total | 5,496 (100.0%) | 4,447 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Richland County
Average earnings in Richland County are $56,611 for men and $35,740 for women, a difference of 36.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $137,500, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $48,922. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,125, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $29,949.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $49,398 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $48,922 | $29,949 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,614 | $34,059 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $71,611 | $47,386 |
| Graduate Degree | $137,500 | $58,125 |
| Total | $56,611 | $35,740 |
Family Income in Richland County
Family Income Brackets in Richland County
According to the Richland County family income data, there are 1,032 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 32 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 142 | 3.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 32 | 0.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 182 | 4.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 206 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 249 | 6.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 510 | 12.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 700 | 17.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,032 | 26.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 427 | 10.8% |
| $200,000+ | 471 | 11.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Richland County
4-person families (634 | 16.0%) account for the highest median family income in Richland County with $114,250 per family, while 2-person families (2,132 | 53.9%) have the highest median income of $47,539 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,132 (53.9%) | $95,078 |
| 3-Person Families | 665 (16.8%) | $91,131 |
| 4-Person Families | 634 (16.0%) | $114,250 |
| 5-Person Families | 338 (8.6%) | $92,083 |
| 6-Person Families | 111 (2.8%) | $110,774 |
| 7+ Person Families | 75 (1.9%) | $71,328 |
| Total | 3,955 (100.0%) | $98,290 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Richland County
The median family income in Richland County is $98,290, with families comprising 3+ earners (347) having the highest median family income of $148,750, while families with no earners (570) have the lowest median family income of $43,833, accounting for 8.8% and 14.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 570 (14.4%) | $43,833 |
| 1 Earner | 989 (25.0%) | $62,772 |
| 2 Earners | 2,049 (51.8%) | $115,560 |
| 3+ Earners | 347 (8.8%) | $148,750 |
| Total | 3,955 (100.0%) | $98,290 |
Household Income in Richland County
Household Income Brackets in Richland County
With 1,153 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Richland County, accounting for 17.0% of all households. In contrast, only 258 households (3.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 400 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 258 | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 671 | 9.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 515 | 7.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 759 | 11.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,017 | 15.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 990 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,153 | 17.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 488 | 7.2% |
| $200,000+ | 536 | 7.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Richland County
The median household income in Richland County is $67,089, with the highest median household income of $85,789 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,246 households (33.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $31,492, with 563 households (8.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 563 (8.3%) | $31,492 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,920 (28.3%) | $80,325 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,246 (33.1%) | $85,789 |
| 65+ Years | 2,052 (30.3%) | $49,891 |
| Total | 6,781 (100.0%) | $67,089 |
Poverty in Richland County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Richland County
With 10.6% poverty level for males and 11.7% for females among the residents of Richland County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 198 males (33.6%) and 293 females (44.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 82 (17.4%) | 20 (4.0%) |
| 5 Years | 3 (3.6%) | 10 (13.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 23 (3.9%) | 46 (7.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 57 (15.2%) | 17 (5.9%) |
| 15 Years | 24 (22.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 28 (13.3%) | 9 (5.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 198 (33.6%) | 293 (44.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 42 (4.8%) | 73 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 49 (5.4%) | 144 (16.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 62 (7.2%) | 25 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 129 (11.1%) | 96 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (4.7%) | 43 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (13.4%) | 115 (15.3%) |
| Total | 814 (10.6%) | 891 (11.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Richland County
According to the poverty statistics in Richland County, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.4% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 388 (82.6%) | 481 (96.0%) |
| 5 Years | 80 (96.4%) | 64 (86.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 570 (96.1%) | 552 (92.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 319 (84.8%) | 270 (94.1%) |
| 15 Years | 85 (78.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 183 (86.7%) | 152 (94.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 392 (66.4%) | 362 (55.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 839 (95.2%) | 749 (91.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 857 (94.6%) | 744 (83.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 802 (92.8%) | 733 (96.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,029 (88.9%) | 1,036 (91.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 828 (95.3%) | 786 (94.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 491 (86.6%) | 638 (84.7%) |
| Total | 6,863 (89.4%) | 6,698 (88.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Richland County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Richland County show that 3.2% or 101 of the total 3,136 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.7%, comprising of 73 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.0%, which includes 1 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,920 (96.3%) | 73 (3.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 738 (97.5%) | 19 (2.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 328 (97.6%) | 8 (2.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 49 (98.0%) | 1 (2.0%) |
| Total | 3,035 (96.8%) | 101 (3.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Richland County
According to the poverty data in Richland County, 4.0% or 6 single-father households and 25.7% or 172 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (10.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 77 households (90.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 6 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (24.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (90.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| Total | 6 (4.0%) | 172 (25.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Richland County
The poverty data for Richland County shows that 101 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 178 of the single-parent households (21.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 73 households (3.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 77 household (59.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 73 (3.7%) | 6 (2.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (2.5%) | 94 (21.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 8 (2.4%) | 77 (59.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 1 (2.0%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| Total | 101 (3.2%) | 178 (21.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Richland County
Employment by Class of Employer in Richland County
Among the 8,341 employed individuals in Richland County, private company employees (5,404 | 64.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (740 | 8.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (653 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,404 | 64.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 381 | 4.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 740 | 8.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 653 | 7.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 580 | 7.0% |
| State Government Employees | 472 | 5.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 93 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 18 | 0.2% |
| Total | 8,341 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Richland County
According to the labor force statistics for Richland County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,318), 65.6% or 8,737 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 218 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 90.7% or 1,477 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.8% or 95 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 527 (41.2%) | 39 (7.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,082 (80.2%) | 95 (8.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 821 (89.9%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 772 (87.0%) | 11 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,574 (86.6%) | 27 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,477 (90.7%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 930 (79.9%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 871 (77.1%) | 21 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 656 (38.1%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (2.2%) | 2 (6.5%) |
| Total | 8,737 (65.6%) | 218 (2.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Richland County
According to labor force statistics for Richland County, 85.5% of individuals (6,446) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,539) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 77 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.7% or 1,698 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.6% or 8 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 223 (56.9%) | 14 (3.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,307 (82.2%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,216 (86.8%) | 52 (1.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,698 (91.7%) | 17 (0.9%) |
| Total | 6,446 (85.5%) | 90 (1.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Richland County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Richland County are Management (1,082 | 12.7%), Community & Social Service (665 | 7.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (480 | 5.6%), Education Instruction & Library (439 | 5.2%), and Business & Financial (350 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Richland County, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (92.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.0%), Education Instruction & Library (83.1%), and Health Technologists (81.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 783 (72.4%) | 299 (27.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 130 (37.1%) | 220 (62.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 238 (80.1%) | 59 (19.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 97 (78.2%) | 27 (21.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 115 (92.0%) | 10 (8.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 26 (54.2%) | 22 (45.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 184 (27.7%) | 481 (72.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 65 (59.6%) | 44 (40.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 74 (16.9%) | 365 (83.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 31 (30.1%) | 72 (69.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 67 (14.0%) | 413 (86.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 63 (18.4%) | 280 (81.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,402 (48.8%) | 1,472 (51.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,656 (54.7%) | 3,853 (45.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Richland County are Food Preparation & Serving (470 | 5.5%), Healthcare Support (453 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (331 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (271 | 3.2%), and Security & Protection (83 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Richland County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (81.8%), Security & Protection (67.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (51.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.1%), Personal Care & Service (87.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (67.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 45 (9.9%) | 408 (90.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 56 (67.5%) | 27 (32.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 20 (51.3%) | 19 (48.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 36 (81.8%) | 8 (18.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 152 (32.3%) | 318 (67.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 132 (39.9%) | 199 (60.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 33 (12.2%) | 238 (87.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 418 (26.0%) | 1,190 (74.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,656 (54.7%) | 3,853 (45.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Richland County are Office & Administration (737 | 8.7%), and Sales & Related (659 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 336 (51.0%) | 323 (49.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 159 (21.6%) | 578 (78.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 495 (35.5%) | 901 (64.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,656 (54.7%) | 3,853 (45.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Richland County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (459 | 5.4%), Construction & Extraction (308 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (264 | 3.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 249 (94.3%) | 15 (5.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 308 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 442 (96.3%) | 17 (3.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 999 (96.9%) | 32 (3.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,656 (54.7%) | 3,853 (45.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Richland County are Production (798 | 9.4%), Transportation (447 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (355 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 650 (81.5%) | 148 (18.5%) |
| Transportation | 431 (96.4%) | 16 (3.6%) |
| Material Moving | 261 (73.5%) | 94 (26.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,342 (83.9%) | 258 (16.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,656 (54.7%) | 3,853 (45.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Richland County
Employment Industries in Richland County
The major employment industries in Richland County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,245 | 14.6%), Manufacturing (1,198 | 14.1%), Retail Trade (921 | 10.8%), Educational Services (895 | 10.5%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (888 | 10.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Richland County
The Richland County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (90.9%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (87.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (85.1%), and Educational Services (73.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 765 (86.2%) | 123 (13.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 65 (87.8%) | 9 (12.2%) |
| Construction | 491 (90.9%) | 49 (9.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 969 (80.9%) | 229 (19.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 168 (80.0%) | 42 (20.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 492 (53.4%) | 429 (46.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 323 (81.4%) | 74 (18.6%) |
| Utilities | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 29 (28.4%) | 73 (71.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 82 (30.0%) | 191 (70.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 45 (53.6%) | 39 (46.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 154 (53.1%) | 136 (46.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 99 (47.8%) | 108 (52.2%) |
| Educational Services | 235 (26.3%) | 660 (73.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 186 (14.9%) | 1,059 (85.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 48 (47.5%) | 53 (52.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 182 (35.9%) | 325 (64.1%) |
| Public Administration | 122 (57.8%) | 89 (42.2%) |
| Total | 4,656 (54.7%) | 3,853 (45.3%) |
Education in Richland County
School Enrollment in Richland County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,697 students in Richland County are college / undergraduate (1,901 | 40.5%), high school (866 | 18.4%), and elementary school (841 | 17.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 161 | 3.4% |
| Kindergarten | 116 | 2.5% |
| Elementary School | 841 | 17.9% |
| Middle School | 718 | 15.3% |
| High School | 866 | 18.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,901 | 40.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 94 | 2.0% |
| Total | 4,697 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Richland County
Out of a total of 4,697 students who are enrolled in schools in Richland County, 329 (7.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,368 (93.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 33 (17.5% 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 859 (99.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 98 (92.4%) | 8 (7.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 787 (89.4%) | 93 (10.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 920 (92.1%) | 79 (7.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 556 (93.3%) | 40 (6.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 859 (99.4%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 741 (95.7%) | 33 (4.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 253 (87.5%) | 36 (12.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 156 (82.5%) | 33 (17.5%) |
| Total | 4,368 (93.0%) | 329 (7.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Richland County
Education (598 | 21.3%), business (468 | 16.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (400 | 14.2%), science & technology (318 | 11.3%), and engineering (219 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,813 individuals in Richland County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 100 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 400 | 14.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 11 | 0.4% |
| Psychology | 79 | 2.8% |
| Social Sciences | 97 | 3.5% |
| Engineering | 219 | 7.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 3 | 0.1% |
| Science & Technology | 318 | 11.3% |
| Business | 468 | 16.6% |
| Education | 598 | 21.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 66 | 2.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 112 | 4.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 103 | 3.7% |
| Communications | 58 | 2.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 181 | 6.4% |
| Total | 2,813 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Richland County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Richland County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Richland County are males with 2 vehicles (1,533, accounting for 36.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,281, making up 44.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 103 (2.5%) | 138 (4.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 793 (19.0%) | 556 (15.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,533 (36.8%) | 1,281 (36.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 997 (23.9%) | 808 (23.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 326 (7.8%) | 283 (8.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 415 (10.0%) | 422 (12.1%) |
| Total | 4,167 (100.0%) | 3,488 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Richland County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Richland County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,231 commuters, 28.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,062 commuters, 13.6%), and less than 5 minutes (975 commuters, 12.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 975 | 12.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,231 | 28.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,062 | 13.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 579 | 7.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 505 | 6.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 369 | 4.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 744 | 9.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 216 | 2.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 230 | 2.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 394 | 5.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 231 | 3.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 262 | 3.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Richland County
The most common commute times in Richland County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,048 commuters, 23.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,183 commuters, 34.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 586 (13.4%) | 389 (11.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,048 (23.9%) | 1,183 (34.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 619 (14.1%) | 443 (13.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 377 (8.6%) | 202 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 301 (6.9%) | 204 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 167 (3.8%) | 202 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 456 (10.4%) | 288 (8.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 110 (2.5%) | 106 (3.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 132 (3.0%) | 98 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 231 (5.3%) | 163 (4.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 113 (2.6%) | 118 (3.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 238 (5.4%) | 24 (0.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Richland County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Richland County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (707, 16.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (554, 16.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 166 (3.8%) | 27 (0.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 136 (3.1%) | 85 (2.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 225 (5.1%) | 209 (6.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 482 (11.0%) | 286 (8.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 701 (16.0%) | 465 (13.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 598 (13.7%) | 488 (14.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 707 (16.2%) | 554 (16.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 383 (8.7%) | 280 (8.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 64 (1.5%) | 207 (6.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 132 (3.0%) | 189 (5.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 41 (0.9%) | 105 (3.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 61 (1.4%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 235 (5.4%) | 264 (7.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 447 (10.2%) | 249 (7.3%) |
| Total | 4,378 (100.0%) | 3,420 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Richland County
Occupancy by Ownership in Richland County
Of the total 6,781 dwellings in Richland County, owner-occupied units account for 4,695 (69.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,086 (30.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,695 | 69.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,086 | 30.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,781 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Richland County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,175 | 32.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,660 | 39.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 716 | 10.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,230 | 18.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,781 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Richland County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,151 (52.9%) | 1,024 (47.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,016 (75.8%) | 644 (24.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 531 (74.2%) | 185 (25.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 997 (81.1%) | 233 (18.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,695 (69.2%) | 2,086 (30.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Richland County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 272 (59.0%) | 189 (41.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 960 (59.9%) | 643 (40.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,241 (71.6%) | 891 (28.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,222 (77.1%) | 363 (22.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Richland County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,478 | 21.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,005 | 14.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 890 | 13.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,356 | 20.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,002 | 14.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 710 | 10.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 340 | 5.0% |
| Total | 6,781 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Richland County
Median Income by Occupancy in Richland County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,695 (69.2%) | $90,467 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,086 (30.8%) | $30,777 |
| Average | 6,781 (100.0%) | $67,089 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Richland County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 52 (1.1%) | 164 (7.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 45 (1.0%) | 141 (6.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 85 (1.8%) | 171 (8.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 96 (2.0%) | 271 (13.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 109 (2.3%) | 193 (9.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 275 (5.9%) | 240 (11.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 422 (9.0%) | 338 (16.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 709 (15.1%) | 306 (14.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 839 (17.9%) | 149 (7.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,106 (23.6%) | 49 (2.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 957 (20.4%) | 64 (3.1%) |
| Total | 4,695 (100.0%) | 2,086 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Richland County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 269 (5.7%) | 114 (5.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 937 (20.0%) | 238 (11.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,198 (25.5%) | 907 (43.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 461 (9.8%) | 338 (16.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 860 (18.3%) | 350 (16.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 460 (9.8%) | 30 (1.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 234 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 227 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 49 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,695 (100.0%) | 2,086 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Richland County
Housing Structures in Richland County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,709 | 69.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 219 | 3.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 45 | 0.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 148 | 2.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 428 | 6.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,007 | 14.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 225 | 3.3% |
| Total | 6,781 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Richland County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,368 (92.8%) | 341 (7.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 107 (48.9%) | 112 (51.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 (24.4%) | 34 (75.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 148 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 11 (2.6%) | 417 (97.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 1,007 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 198 (88.0%) | 27 (12.0%) |
| Total | 4,695 (69.2%) | 2,086 (30.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Richland County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 12 (0.3%) | 64 (3.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 33 (0.7%) | 529 (25.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 847 (18.0%) | 1,132 (54.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,413 (30.1%) | 270 (12.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,390 (50.9%) | 91 (4.4%) |
| Total | 4,695 (100.0%) | 2,086 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Richland County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,195 (25.5%) | 337 (16.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,321 (28.1%) | 139 (6.7%) |
| Electricity | 1,651 (35.2%) | 1,507 (72.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 334 (7.1%) | 50 (2.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| All other Fuels | 136 (2.9%) | 23 (1.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 58 (1.2%) | 27 (1.3%) |
| Total | 4,695 (100.0%) | 2,086 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Richland County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 110 (2.3%) | 380 (18.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 875 (18.6%) | 1,120 (53.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,894 (40.3%) | 411 (19.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,816 (38.7%) | 175 (8.4%) |
| Total | 4,695 (100.0%) | 2,086 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Richland County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Richland County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,415 | 2,280 |
| Median Property Value | $146,800 | $181,900 |
| Median Household Income | $79,702 | $518 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $520 | $49 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,704 | $98 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Richland County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 303 (12.6%) | 94 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 462 (19.1%) | 465 (20.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,272 (52.7%) | 1,165 (51.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 296 (12.3%) | 388 (17.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 61 (2.5%) | 127 (5.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 7 (0.3%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 14 (0.6%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,415 (100.0%) | 2,280 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Richland County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 89 (3.7%) | 48 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 263 (10.9%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 171 (7.1%) | 27 (1.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 275 (11.4%) | 104 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 377 (15.6%) | 147 (6.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 310 (12.8%) | 332 (14.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 491 (20.3%) | 529 (23.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 439 (18.2%) | 615 (27.0%) |
| Total | 2,415 (100.0%) | 2,280 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Richland County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,334 (55.2%) | 99,620 (4,369.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 389 (16.1%) | 1,231 (54.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 189 (7.8%) | 556 (24.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 481 (19.9%) | 262 (11.5%) |
| Total | 2,415 (100.0%) | 2,280 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Richland County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 390 (16.2%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 560 (23.2%) | 261 (11.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,233 (51.1%) | 478 (21.0%) |
| Total | 2,415 (100.0%) | 2,280 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Richland County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Richland County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,071 (94.7%) | 60 (5.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,756 (97.4%) | 74 (2.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,987 (91.1%) | 193 (8.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,327 (88.3%) | 175 (11.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,600 (89.0%) | 198 (11.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,551 (95.5%) | 74 (4.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,093 (91.4%) | 197 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,698 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,320 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,403 (94.1%) | 971 (5.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Richland County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,071 (94.7%) | 60 (5.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,756 (97.4%) | 74 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,987 (91.1%) | 193 (8.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Richland County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,745 (89.6%) | 202 (10.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,960 (90.7%) | 200 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,986 (89.5%) | 234 (10.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,206 (94.2%) | 135 (5.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,317 (97.6%) | 153 (2.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Richland County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 277 (24.5%) | 882 (78.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 582 (20.6%) | 2,279 (80.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 426 (19.5%) | 1,699 (77.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 215 (14.3%) | 1,222 (81.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 248 (13.8%) | 1,391 (77.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 221 (13.6%) | 1,387 (85.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 300 (13.1%) | 1,934 (84.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,605 (94.5%) | 1,164 (68.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,320 (100.0%) | 916 (69.4%) |
| Total | 5,194 (31.7%) | 12,874 (78.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Richland County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 81 (5.9%) | 27 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 120 (5.4%) | 103 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 351 (12.0%) | 353 (12.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 162 (18.6%) | 164 (19.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 268 (47.3%) | 355 (47.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Richland County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.3%) | 11 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 73 (2.5%) | 23 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (9.7%) | 64 (7.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 180 (31.8%) | 141 (18.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.7%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 57 (1.9%) | 23 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 48 (5.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 45 (7.9%) | 68 (9.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 78 (5.7%) | 27 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 93 (4.2%) | 82 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 111 (3.8%) | 99 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (0.9%) | 19 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (7.6%) | 100 (13.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (0.3%) | 24 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 208 (7.1%) | 269 (9.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 93 (10.7%) | 114 (13.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 124 (21.9%) | 192 (25.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 38 (1.3%) | 84 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (4.7%) | 15 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (5.5%) | 125 (16.6%) |
Technology Access in Richland County
Computing Device Access in Richland County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,171 | 76.3% |
| Smartphone | 5,809 | 85.7% |
| Tablet | 4,020 | 59.3% |
| No Computing Device | 497 | 7.3% |
| Total | 6,781 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Richland County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 8 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 4,903 | 72.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 672 | 9.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 450 | 6.6% |
| No Internet | 923 | 13.6% |
| Total | 6,781 | 100.0% |
Richland County Summary
Richland County, North Dakota is located in the southeastern corner of the state and is bordered by the counties of Sargent, Ransom, and Cass. It is part of the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area and is the second most populous county in the state. The county seat is Wahpeton, which is also the largest city in the county.
History
Richland County was established in 1873 and was named after the Richland Creek, which flows through the county. The county was originally part of the Dakota Territory and was part of the original Dakota Territory that was split into North and South Dakota in 1889. The county was originally populated by Native Americans, primarily the Dakota Sioux, who were forcibly removed from the area in the late 19th century.
The first settlers in the area were mostly of German and Scandinavian descent, and the county was largely agricultural. The county was also home to several small towns, including Wahpeton, which was established in 1872 and became the county seat in 1873.
Geography
Richland County is located in the southeastern corner of North Dakota and is bordered by the counties of Sargent, Ransom, and Cass. The county is part of the Red River Valley, which is a flat, fertile plain that is part of the Great Plains region. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Red River, which forms the county's eastern border, and by the Richland Creek, which flows through the county.
The county has a total area of 1,072 square miles, of which 1,062 square miles is land and 10 square miles is water. The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Ashtabula, which is the largest lake in the county.
Economy
Richland County is largely agricultural, with the majority of the county's land being used for farming and ranching. The county is also home to several small towns, including Wahpeton, which is the largest city in the county and the county seat. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a John Deere plant in Wahpeton.
The county is also home to several educational institutions, including North Dakota State University, which is located in Wahpeton. The county is also home to several health care facilities, including the Richland County Medical Center in Wahpeton.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 16,843 people, 6,845 households, and 4,541 families living in Richland County. The population density was 15.9 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.3% from other races, and 1.7% 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 $55,945. The per capita income for the county was $22,945. 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 Richland County?
Total Population of Richland County is 16,548.
What is the Total Male Population of Richland County?
Total Male Population of Richland County is 8,527.
What is the Total Female Population of Richland County?
Total Female Population of Richland County is 8,021.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Richland County?
There are 106.31 Males per 100 Females in Richland County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Richland County?
There are 94.07 Females per 100 Males in Richland County.
What is the Median Population Age in Richland County?
Median Population Age in Richland County is 37.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Richland County
Average Family Size in Richland County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Richland County
Average Household Size in Richland County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Richland County?
Per Capita income in Richland County is $38,265.
What is the Median Family Income in Richland County?
Median Family Income in Richland County is $98,290.
What is the Median Household income in Richland County?
Median Household Income in Richland County is $67,089.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Richland County?
Income or Wage Gap in Richland County is 35.9%.
Women in Richland County earn 64.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Richland County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Richland County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Richland County?
There are 8,737 People in the Labor Forcein in Richland County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Richland County?
65.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Richland County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Richland County?
Unemployment Rate in Richland County is 2.5%.