Wahpeton, ND
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Wahpeton Overview
7,983
TOTAL POPULATION
4,196
MALE POPULATION
3,787
FEMALE POPULATION
110.80
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.25
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,451
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,777
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,417
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,444
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wahpeton Area Codes
Race in Wahpeton
The most populous races in Wahpeton are White / Caucasian (7,169 | 89.8%), Native / Alaskan (342 | 4.3%), and Two or more Races (296 | 3.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 21 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 127 | 1.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 257 | 3.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 342 | 4.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,169 | 89.8% |
| Two or more Races | 296 | 3.7% |
| Some other Race | 28 | 0.4% |
| Total | 7,983 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wahpeton
The most populous ancestries reported in Wahpeton are German (3,451 | 43.2%), Norwegian (1,598 | 20.0%), Irish (589 | 7.4%), English (322 | 4.0%), and Russian (254 | 3.2%), together accounting for 77.8% of all Wahpeton residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 120 | 1.5% |
| Austrian | 12 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 24 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 28 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 8 | 0.1% |
| Chilean | 4 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 161 | 2.0% |
| Czech | 223 | 2.8% |
| Czechoslovakian | 13 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 46 | 0.6% |
| Dominican | 13 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 96 | 1.2% |
| English | 322 | 4.0% |
| European | 8 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 74 | 0.9% |
| French | 185 | 2.3% |
| French Canadian | 26 | 0.3% |
| German | 3,451 | 43.2% |
| Greek | 9 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 50 | 0.6% |
| Irish | 589 | 7.4% |
| Iroquois | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 25 | 0.3% |
| Liberian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 115 | 1.4% |
| Northern European | 14 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 1,598 | 20.0% |
| Polish | 216 | 2.7% |
| Russian | 254 | 3.2% |
| Salvadoran | 8 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 87 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 53 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 137 | 1.7% |
| Sioux | 94 | 1.2% |
| Slovak | 13 | 0.2% |
| South American | 4 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 111 | 1.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 7 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 206 | 2.6% |
| Swiss | 38 | 0.5% |
| Ukrainian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 9 | 0.1% | View All 44 Rows |
Immigrants in Wahpeton
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wahpeton came from Asia (21 | 0.3%), Eastern Asia (21 | 0.3%), Korea (21 | 0.3%), Central America (13 | 0.2%), and Eastern Europe (13 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.1% of all Wahpeton residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 21 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 13 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 21 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 13 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 8 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 13 | 0.2% |
| Korea | 21 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 13 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 5 | 0.1% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wahpeton
Sex and Age in Wahpeton
The most populous age groups in Wahpeton are 15 to 19 Years (695 | 16.6%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (533 | 14.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 169 (4.0%) | 175 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 184 (4.4%) | 164 (4.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 243 (5.8%) | 102 (2.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 695 (16.6%) | 403 (10.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 548 (13.1%) | 533 (14.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 250 (6.0%) | 227 (6.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 254 (6.0%) | 129 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 210 (5.0%) | 246 (6.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 135 (3.2%) | 146 (3.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 184 (4.4%) | 137 (3.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 164 (3.9%) | 149 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 243 (5.8%) | 297 (7.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 267 (6.4%) | 257 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 252 (6.0%) | 289 (7.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 183 (4.4%) | 104 (2.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 83 (2.0%) | 145 (3.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 81 (1.9%) | 79 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 51 (1.2%) | 205 (5.4%) |
| Total | 4,196 (100.0%) | 3,787 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wahpeton
Median Family Size in Wahpeton
The median family size in Wahpeton is 2.75 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,090 | 70.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.8 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (374 | 24.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,090 (70.8%) | 2.80 |
| Single Male/Father | 76 (4.9%) | 2.64 |
| Single Female/Mother | 374 (24.3%) | 2.63 |
| Total Families | 1,540 (100.0%) | 2.75 |
Median Household Size in Wahpeton
The median household size in Wahpeton is 2.02 persons per household, with single male/father households (76 | 2.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (1,759 | 53.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.30 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,090 (33.0%) | 2.84 |
| Single Male/Father | 76 (2.3%) | 3.12 |
| Single Female/Mother | 374 (11.3%) | 2.80 |
| Non-family | 1,759 (53.3%) | 1.30 |
| Total Households | 3,299 (100.0%) | 2.02 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wahpeton
Out of a total of 3,299 households in Wahpeton, 1,540 (46.7%) are family households, while 1,759 (53.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 786, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,244.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,244 (37.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 786 (23.8%) | 493 (14.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 323 (9.8%) | 22 (0.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 208 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 163 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 41 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 19 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,540 (46.7%) | 1,759 (53.3%) |
Female Fertility in Wahpeton
Fertility by Age in Wahpeton
Average fertility rate in Wahpeton is 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 137.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 84.7% 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 | 122 (84.7%) | 137.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 22 (15.3%) | 36.0 |
| Total | 144 (100.0%) | 76.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wahpeton
68.1% of women with births (144) in Wahpeton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 37.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 76 (62.3%) | 46 (37.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 98 (68.1%) | 46 (31.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Wahpeton
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 27 (18.8%) | 62.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 57 (39.6%) | 61.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 51 (35.4%) | 217.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (6.2%) | 273.0 |
| Total | 144 (100.0%) | 76.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wahpeton
31.9% of women with births in Wahpeton 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 college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 56.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 13 (48.1%) | 14 (51.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 25 (43.9%) | 32 (56.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 98 (68.1%) | 46 (31.9%) |
Income in Wahpeton
Income Overview in Wahpeton
Per Capita Income in Wahpeton is $30,451, while median incomes of families and households are $88,777 and $51,417 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,983 | $30,451 |
| Median Family Income | 1,540 | $88,777 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,540 | $95,780 |
| Median Household Income | 3,299 | $51,417 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,299 | $66,917 |
| Income Deficit | 1,540 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,983 | 20.16% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,983 | 79.84¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,983 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Wahpeton
Average Earnings in Wahpeton are $27,002, $29,470 for men and $23,528 for women, a difference of 20.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,929 (56.2%) | $29,470 |
| Female | 2,278 (43.8%) | $23,528 |
| Total | 5,207 (100.0%) | $27,002 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wahpeton
The most common earnings brackets in Wahpeton are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (240 | 8.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (236 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 143 (4.9%) | 220 (9.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 199 (6.8%) | 152 (6.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 184 (6.3%) | 209 (9.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 189 (6.5%) | 42 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 204 (7.0%) | 114 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 113 (3.9%) | 147 (6.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 123 (4.2%) | 45 (2.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 14 (0.5%) | 79 (3.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 96 (3.3%) | 87 (3.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 38 (1.3%) | 107 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 199 (6.8%) | 236 (10.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 126 (4.3%) | 151 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 49 (1.7%) | 213 (9.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 105 (3.6%) | 94 (4.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 237 (8.1%) | 36 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 75 (2.6%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 240 (8.2%) | 166 (7.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 186 (6.4%) | 63 (2.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 199 (6.8%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 210 (7.2%) | 26 (1.1%) |
| Total | 2,929 (100.0%) | 2,278 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wahpeton
Average earnings in Wahpeton are $48,580 for men and $30,690 for women, a difference of 36.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $146,023, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,078. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $49,907 | $2,499 |
| High School Diploma | $41,078 | $30,658 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,957 | $28,043 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,278 | $39,526 |
| Graduate Degree | $146,023 | $51,250 |
| Total | $48,580 | $30,690 |
Family Income in Wahpeton
Family Income Brackets in Wahpeton
According to the Wahpeton family income data, there are 407 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.4% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 100 | 6.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 136 | 8.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 105 | 6.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 85 | 5.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 174 | 11.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 305 | 19.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 407 | 26.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 79 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 149 | 9.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wahpeton
2-person families (840 | 54.5%) account for the highest median family income in Wahpeton with $92,500 per family, while 2-person families (840 | 54.5%) have the highest median income of $46,250 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 840 (54.5%) | $92,500 |
| 3-Person Families | 314 (20.4%) | $78,333 |
| 4-Person Families | 163 (10.6%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 163 (10.6%) | $89,107 |
| 6-Person Families | 41 (2.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 19 (1.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,540 (100.0%) | $88,777 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wahpeton
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 230 (14.9%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 427 (27.7%) | $57,938 |
| 2 Earners | 746 (48.4%) | $106,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 137 (8.9%) | $137,813 |
| Total | 1,540 (100.0%) | $88,777 |
Household Income in Wahpeton
Household Income Brackets in Wahpeton
With 508 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Wahpeton, accounting for 15.4% of all households. In contrast, only 86 households (2.6%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 284 | 8.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 178 | 5.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 508 | 15.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 267 | 8.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 369 | 11.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 498 | 15.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 485 | 14.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 462 | 14.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 86 | 2.6% |
| $200,000+ | 162 | 4.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wahpeton
The median household income in Wahpeton is $51,417, with the highest median household income of $70,455 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,002 households (30.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,319, with 441 households (13.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 441 (13.4%) | $28,319 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 905 (27.4%) | $61,743 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,002 (30.4%) | $70,455 |
| 65+ Years | 951 (28.8%) | $43,326 |
| Total | 3,299 (100.0%) | $51,417 |
Poverty in Wahpeton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wahpeton
With 18.0% poverty level for males and 18.6% for females among the residents of Wahpeton, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 24 males (61.5%) and 277 females (58.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 55 (32.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (41.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (9.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 57 (30.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 24 (61.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 23 (22.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 182 (42.3%) | 277 (58.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 20 (4.8%) | 40 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 16 (5.0%) | 121 (30.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 45 (12.9%) | 8 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 92 (18.0%) | 86 (15.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (5.0%) | 18 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (37.4%) | 49 (12.7%) |
| Total | 605 (18.0%) | 629 (18.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wahpeton
According to the poverty statistics in Wahpeton, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 114 (67.5%) | 175 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 48 (100.0%) | 14 (58.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 190 (100.0%) | 185 (90.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 132 (69.8%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 15 (38.5%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 79 (77.4%) | 77 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 248 (57.7%) | 193 (41.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 394 (95.2%) | 310 (88.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 306 (95.0%) | 271 (69.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 303 (87.1%) | 274 (97.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 418 (82.0%) | 464 (84.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 397 (95.0%) | 375 (95.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 117 (62.6%) | 336 (87.3%) |
| Total | 2,761 (82.0%) | 2,760 (81.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wahpeton
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wahpeton show that 5.0% or 54 of the total 1,090 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 7.4%, comprising of 54 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 677 (92.6%) | 54 (7.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 203 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,036 (95.1%) | 54 (5.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wahpeton
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (24.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 124 (33.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wahpeton
The poverty data for Wahpeton shows that 54 of the married-couple family households (5.0%) and 124 of the single-parent households (27.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 54 households (7.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 65 household (74.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 54 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (22.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (74.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 54 (5.0%) | 124 (27.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wahpeton
Employment by Class of Employer in Wahpeton
Among the 4,211 employed individuals in Wahpeton, private company employees (2,959 | 70.3%), not-for-profit organizations (325 | 7.7%), and state government employees (309 | 7.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,959 | 70.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 114 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 217 | 5.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 325 | 7.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 240 | 5.7% |
| State Government Employees | 309 | 7.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 33 | 0.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 14 | 0.3% |
| Total | 4,211 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wahpeton
According to the labor force statistics for Wahpeton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,858), 64.8% or 4,444 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 124 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.9% or 429 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.4% or 79 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 473 (46.8%) | 34 (7.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 837 (77.4%) | 79 (9.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 429 (89.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 340 (88.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 608 (82.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 557 (87.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 444 (82.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 417 (79.6%) | 11 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 338 (40.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,444 (64.8%) | 124 (2.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wahpeton
According to labor force statistics for Wahpeton, 84.8% of individuals (2,794) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,295) are in the labor force, with 0.4% or 11 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 96.1% or 671 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 0.8% or 12 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 88 (42.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 586 (84.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,449 (85.4%) | 14 (0.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 671 (96.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,794 (84.8%) | 13 (0.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wahpeton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wahpeton are Community & Social Service (342 | 7.9%), Management (312 | 7.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (252 | 5.8%), Education Instruction & Library (198 | 4.6%), and Health Technologists (156 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wahpeton, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (90.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (90.3%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (83.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (79.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 270 (86.5%) | 42 (13.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 11 (9.7%) | 102 (90.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 129 (90.8%) | 13 (9.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 63 (82.9%) | 13 (17.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 112 (32.8%) | 230 (67.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 49 (70.0%) | 21 (30.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 40 (20.2%) | 158 (79.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 10 (16.4%) | 51 (83.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 58 (23.0%) | 194 (77.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 58 (37.2%) | 98 (62.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 580 (50.0%) | 581 (50.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,366 (54.8%) | 1,953 (45.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wahpeton are Food Preparation & Serving (356 | 8.2%), Healthcare Support (308 | 7.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (173 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (162 | 3.7%), and Security & Protection (47 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wahpeton, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (72.0%), Security & Protection (70.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (68.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (90.1%), Healthcare Support (87.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (63.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 40 (13.0%) | 268 (87.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 33 (70.2%) | 14 (29.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 15 (68.2%) | 7 (31.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 18 (72.0%) | 7 (28.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 135 (37.9%) | 221 (62.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 63 (36.4%) | 110 (63.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 16 (9.9%) | 146 (90.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 287 (27.4%) | 759 (72.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,366 (54.8%) | 1,953 (45.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wahpeton are Sales & Related (392 | 9.1%), and Office & Administration (391 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 173 (44.1%) | 219 (55.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 124 (31.7%) | 267 (68.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 297 (37.9%) | 486 (62.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,366 (54.8%) | 1,953 (45.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wahpeton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (193 | 4.5%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (120 | 2.8%), and Construction & Extraction (95 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 120 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 95 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 189 (97.9%) | 4 (2.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 404 (99.0%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,366 (54.8%) | 1,953 (45.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wahpeton are Production (524 | 12.1%), Material Moving (206 | 4.8%), and Transportation (191 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 448 (85.5%) | 76 (14.5%) |
| Transportation | 191 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 159 (77.2%) | 47 (22.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 798 (86.6%) | 123 (13.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,366 (54.8%) | 1,953 (45.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wahpeton
Employment Industries in Wahpeton
The major employment industries in Wahpeton include Health Care & Social Assistance (729 | 16.9%), Manufacturing (685 | 15.9%), Retail Trade (630 | 14.6%), Educational Services (507 | 11.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (354 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wahpeton
The Wahpeton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (88.9%), Information (87.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (79.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 272 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 158 (95.8%) | 7 (4.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 569 (83.1%) | 116 (16.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 40 (85.1%) | 7 (14.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 374 (59.4%) | 256 (40.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 182 (89.2%) | 22 (10.8%) |
| Utilities | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 9 (12.3%) | 64 (87.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 10 (11.1%) | 80 (88.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 25 (53.2%) | 22 (46.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 39 (39.0%) | 61 (61.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 44 (48.9%) | 46 (51.1%) |
| Educational Services | 152 (30.0%) | 355 (70.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 147 (20.2%) | 582 (79.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 141 (39.8%) | 213 (60.2%) |
| Public Administration | 70 (62.0%) | 43 (38.1%) |
| Total | 2,366 (54.8%) | 1,953 (45.2%) |
Education in Wahpeton
School Enrollment in Wahpeton
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,924 students in Wahpeton are college / undergraduate (1,764 | 60.3%), high school (432 | 14.8%), and elementary school (290 | 9.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 131 | 4.5% |
| Kindergarten | 51 | 1.7% |
| Elementary School | 290 | 9.9% |
| Middle School | 188 | 6.4% |
| High School | 432 | 14.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,764 | 60.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 68 | 2.3% |
| Total | 2,924 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wahpeton
Out of a total of 2,924 students who are enrolled in schools in Wahpeton, 152 (5.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,772 (94.8%) 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 (26.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 86 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 86 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 280 (82.4%) | 60 (17.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 316 (96.6%) | 11 (3.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 267 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 800 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 713 (97.9%) | 15 (2.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 217 (87.2%) | 32 (12.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 94 (74.0%) | 33 (26.0%) |
| Total | 2,772 (94.8%) | 152 (5.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wahpeton
Education (236 | 19.9%), business (170 | 14.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (137 | 11.5%), engineering (128 | 10.8%), and science & technology (91 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,188 individuals in Wahpeton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 48 | 4.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 137 | 11.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 6 | 0.5% |
| Psychology | 38 | 3.2% |
| Social Sciences | 34 | 2.9% |
| Engineering | 128 | 10.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 91 | 7.7% |
| Business | 170 | 14.3% |
| Education | 236 | 19.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 40 | 3.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 77 | 6.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 86 | 7.2% |
| Communications | 26 | 2.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 71 | 6.0% |
| Total | 1,188 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wahpeton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wahpeton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wahpeton are males with 2 vehicles (823, accounting for 43.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (753, making up 51.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 69 (3.6%) | 114 (7.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 597 (31.2%) | 369 (22.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 823 (43.0%) | 753 (46.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 302 (15.8%) | 241 (14.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 50 (2.6%) | 95 (5.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 73 (3.8%) | 40 (2.5%) |
| Total | 1,914 (100.0%) | 1,612 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wahpeton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wahpeton are 5 to 9 minutes (1,855 commuters, 45.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (675 commuters, 16.7%), and less than 5 minutes (519 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 519 | 12.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,855 | 45.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 675 | 16.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 199 | 4.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 44 | 1.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 119 | 2.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 190 | 4.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 | 0.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 14 | 0.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 150 | 3.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 76 | 1.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 196 | 4.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wahpeton
The most common commute times in Wahpeton are 5 to 9 minutes (832 commuters, 36.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,023 commuters, 57.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 293 (12.9%) | 226 (12.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 832 (36.7%) | 1,023 (57.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 416 (18.4%) | 259 (14.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 160 (7.1%) | 39 (2.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 33 (1.5%) | 11 (0.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 58 (2.6%) | 61 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 160 (7.1%) | 30 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 14 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 69 (3.0%) | 81 (4.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 36 (1.6%) | 40 (2.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 189 (8.3%) | 7 (0.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wahpeton
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wahpeton are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (427, 18.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (263, 14.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 75 (3.3%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 115 (5.1%) | 37 (2.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 85 (3.7%) | 168 (9.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 237 (10.5%) | 187 (10.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 294 (13.0%) | 224 (12.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 143 (6.3%) | 146 (8.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 427 (18.8%) | 263 (14.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 201 (8.9%) | 141 (7.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 32 (1.4%) | 145 (8.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 72 (3.2%) | 110 (6.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 17 (0.7%) | 51 (2.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 61 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 175 (7.7%) | 185 (10.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 332 (14.6%) | 113 (6.4%) |
| Total | 2,266 (100.0%) | 1,777 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wahpeton
Occupancy by Ownership in Wahpeton
Of the total 3,299 dwellings in Wahpeton, owner-occupied units account for 1,618 (49.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,681 (50.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,618 | 49.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,681 | 50.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,299 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wahpeton
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,244 | 37.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,279 | 38.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 345 | 10.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 431 | 13.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,299 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wahpeton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 416 (33.4%) | 828 (66.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 744 (58.2%) | 535 (41.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 196 (56.8%) | 149 (43.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 262 (60.8%) | 169 (39.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,618 (49.0%) | 1,681 (50.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wahpeton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 95 (37.0%) | 162 (63.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 273 (35.8%) | 489 (64.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 863 (53.1%) | 762 (46.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 387 (59.1%) | 268 (40.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wahpeton
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 891 | 27.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 455 | 13.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 363 | 11.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 639 | 19.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 451 | 13.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 306 | 9.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 194 | 5.9% |
| Total | 3,299 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wahpeton
Median Income by Occupancy in Wahpeton
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,618 (49.0%) | $88,659 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,681 (50.9%) | $28,028 |
| Average | 3,299 (100.0%) | $51,417 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wahpeton
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 13 (0.8%) | 137 (8.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 27 (1.7%) | 108 (6.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 22 (1.4%) | 156 (9.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 34 (2.1%) | 256 (15.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 45 (2.8%) | 174 (10.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 67 (4.1%) | 199 (11.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 122 (7.5%) | 247 (14.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 260 (16.1%) | 237 (14.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 394 (24.3%) | 90 (5.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 425 (26.3%) | 38 (2.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 209 (12.9%) | 39 (2.3%) |
| Total | 1,618 (100.0%) | 1,681 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wahpeton
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 83 (5.1%) | 84 (5.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 380 (23.5%) | 172 (10.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 406 (25.1%) | 783 (46.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 138 (8.5%) | 315 (18.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 339 (20.9%) | 287 (17.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 187 (11.6%) | 20 (1.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 44 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 26 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 15 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,618 (100.0%) | 1,681 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wahpeton
Housing Structures in Wahpeton
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,570 | 47.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 201 | 6.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 45 | 1.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 122 | 3.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 353 | 10.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 939 | 28.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 69 | 2.1% |
| Total | 3,299 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wahpeton
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,449 (92.3%) | 121 (7.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 91 (45.3%) | 110 (54.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 11 (24.4%) | 34 (75.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 122 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 11 (3.1%) | 342 (96.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 939 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 56 (81.2%) | 13 (18.8%) |
| Total | 1,618 (49.0%) | 1,681 (50.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wahpeton
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (2.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 473 (28.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 316 (19.5%) | 934 (55.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 499 (30.8%) | 191 (11.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 803 (49.6%) | 45 (2.7%) |
| Total | 1,618 (100.0%) | 1,681 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wahpeton
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,098 (67.9%) | 321 (19.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 22 (1.4%) | 19 (1.1%) |
| Electricity | 421 (26.0%) | 1,307 (77.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 17 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 42 (2.6%) | 21 (1.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 18 (1.1%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| Total | 1,618 (100.0%) | 1,681 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wahpeton
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 63 (3.9%) | 329 (19.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 378 (23.4%) | 951 (56.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 828 (51.2%) | 315 (18.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 349 (21.6%) | 86 (5.1%) |
| Total | 1,618 (100.0%) | 1,681 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wahpeton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wahpeton
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 744 | 874 |
| Median Property Value | $161,200 | $146,300 |
| Median Household Income | $82,083 | $147 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $492 | $15 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,191 | $26 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wahpeton
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 87 (11.7%) | 16 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 105 (14.1%) | 256 (29.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 449 (60.4%) | 504 (57.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 88 (11.8%) | 73 (8.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 6 (0.8%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 9 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 744 (100.0%) | 874 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wahpeton
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 40 (5.4%) | 30 (3.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 101 (13.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 32 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 69 (9.3%) | 35 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 107 (14.4%) | 53 (6.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 151 (20.3%) | 153 (17.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 182 (24.5%) | 243 (27.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 62 (8.3%) | 243 (27.8%) |
| Total | 744 (100.0%) | 874 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wahpeton
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 382 (51.3%) | 89,710 (10,264.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 121 (16.3%) | 568 (65.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 39 (5.2%) | 147 (16.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 189 (25.4%) | 106 (12.1%) |
| Total | 744 (100.0%) | 874 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wahpeton
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 86 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 100 (13.4%) | 138 (15.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 548 (73.7%) | 176 (20.1%) |
| Total | 744 (100.0%) | 874 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wahpeton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wahpeton
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 404 (97.1%) | 12 (2.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,169 (98.0%) | 24 (2.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,619 (91.4%) | 153 (8.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 575 (84.2%) | 108 (15.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 630 (86.7%) | 97 (13.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 601 (94.8%) | 33 (5.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 949 (89.5%) | 111 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 811 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 572 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,330 (93.2%) | 538 (6.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wahpeton
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 404 (97.1%) | 12 (2.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,169 (98.0%) | 24 (2.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,619 (91.4%) | 153 (8.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wahpeton
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,272 (89.3%) | 153 (10.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 959 (89.7%) | 110 (10.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 844 (82.1%) | 184 (17.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 980 (96.9%) | 31 (3.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,111 (99.3%) | 16 (0.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wahpeton
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 137 (32.9%) | 320 (76.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 312 (26.2%) | 912 (76.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 360 (20.3%) | 1,397 (78.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 126 (18.4%) | 534 (78.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 184 (25.3%) | 465 (64.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 172 (27.1%) | 478 (75.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 191 (18.0%) | 844 (79.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 795 (98.0%) | 548 (67.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 572 (100.0%) | 402 (70.3%) |
| Total | 2,849 (36.2%) | 5,900 (75.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wahpeton
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 94 (5.9%) | 54 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 177 (14.8%) | 271 (22.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 75 (17.9%) | 94 (23.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (32.1%) | 234 (60.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wahpeton
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 15 (1.3%) | 15 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (6.9%) | 46 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (25.7%) | 99 (25.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.9%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 50 (4.2%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (8.6%) | 27 (7.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 79 (5.0%) | 33 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 69 (5.8%) | 73 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (1.9%) | 11 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (14.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 12 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 127 (10.6%) | 226 (18.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 61 (14.6%) | 65 (16.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 32 (17.1%) | 110 (28.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 12 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 15 (1.3%) | 75 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (9.8%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 86 (22.3%) |
Technology Access in Wahpeton
Computing Device Access in Wahpeton
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,461 | 74.6% |
| Smartphone | 2,884 | 87.4% |
| Tablet | 1,857 | 56.3% |
| No Computing Device | 210 | 6.4% |
| Total | 3,299 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wahpeton
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,477 | 75.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 290 | 8.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 132 | 4.0% |
| No Internet | 436 | 13.2% |
| Total | 3,299 | 100.0% |
Wahpeton Summary
Wahpeton is a city located in Richland County, North Dakota, United States. It is the county seat of Richland County and the largest city in the county. The population was 8,307 at the 2010 census. Wahpeton is located on the North Dakota-Minnesota border, across the Red River of the North from Breckenridge, Minnesota.
History
The area that is now Wahpeton was first settled in 1869 by a group of Norwegian immigrants. The city was named after the Wahpeton Dakota tribe, which had a village in the area. The city was incorporated in 1881.
In the early 1900s, Wahpeton was a major center for the lumber industry. The city was also home to a large flour mill, which was the largest in the state.
Geography
Wahpeton is located at the confluence of the Bois de Sioux and Otter Tail rivers, which form the Red River of the North. The city is situated on the North Dakota-Minnesota border, across the Red River from Breckenridge, Minnesota.
The city has a total area of 5 2 square miles all of it land
Economy
Wahpeton's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural companies, including John Deere, Cargill, and Syngenta.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including Wahpeton Manufacturing, which produces a variety of products, including agricultural equipment, automotive parts, and industrial machinery.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 8,307 people, 3,521 households, and 2,092 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,597.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $51,945. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Wahpeton is a city located in Richland County, North Dakota, United States. It is the county seat of Richland County and the largest city in the county. The city was first settled in 1869 by a group of Norwegian immigrants and was named after the Wahpeton Dakota tribe, which had a village in the area. The city was incorporated in 1881.
Wahpeton's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural companies, including John Deere, Cargill, and Syngenta. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including Wahpeton Manufacturing, which produces a variety of products, including agricultural equipment, automotive parts, and industrial machinery.
As of the 2010 census, there were 8,307 people, 3,521 households, and 2,092 families residing in the city. The median income for a household in the city was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $51,945. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wahpeton?
Total Population of Wahpeton is 7,983.
What is the Total Male Population of Wahpeton?
Total Male Population of Wahpeton is 4,196.
What is the Total Female Population of Wahpeton?
Total Female Population of Wahpeton is 3,787.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wahpeton?
There are 110.80 Males per 100 Females in Wahpeton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wahpeton?
There are 90.25 Females per 100 Males in Wahpeton.
What is the Median Population Age in Wahpeton?
Median Population Age in Wahpeton is 34.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wahpeton
Average Family Size in Wahpeton is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wahpeton
Average Household Size in Wahpeton is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wahpeton?
Per Capita income in Wahpeton is $30,451.
What is the Median Family Income in Wahpeton?
Median Family Income in Wahpeton is $88,777.
What is the Median Household income in Wahpeton?
Median Household Income in Wahpeton is $51,417.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wahpeton?
Income or Wage Gap in Wahpeton is 20.2%.
Women in Wahpeton earn 79.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wahpeton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wahpeton is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wahpeton?
There are 4,444 People in the Labor Forcein in Wahpeton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wahpeton?
64.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Wahpeton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wahpeton?
Unemployment Rate in Wahpeton is 2.8%.