Beacon, NY
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13,876
TOTAL POPULATION
6,733
MALE POPULATION
7,143
FEMALE POPULATION
94.26
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.09
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$48,985
PER CAPITA INCOME
$106,624
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$96,891
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,716
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,059
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Beacon Zip Codes
Beacon Area Codes
Race in Beacon
The most populous races in Beacon are White / Caucasian (9,478 | 68.3%), Hispanic or Latino (2,794 | 20.1%), and Black / African American (2,164 | 15.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 163 | 1.2% |
| Black / African American | 2,164 | 15.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,794 | 20.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 48 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,478 | 68.3% |
| Two or more Races | 1,021 | 7.4% |
| Some other Race | 1,002 | 7.2% |
| Total | 13,876 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Beacon
The most populous ancestries reported in Beacon are Irish (2,535 | 18.3%), Italian (1,930 | 13.9%), German (1,869 | 13.5%), Puerto Rican (1,352 | 9.7%), and English (1,206 | 8.7%), together accounting for 64.1% of all Beacon residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Albanian | 180 | 1.3% |
| American | 608 | 4.4% |
| Arab | 55 | 0.4% |
| Argentinean | 74 | 0.5% |
| Australian | 46 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 44 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 20 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 46 | 0.3% |
| British | 189 | 1.4% |
| British West Indian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 33 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 83 | 0.6% |
| Celtic | 10 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 43 | 0.3% |
| Central American Indian | 41 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 52 | 0.4% |
| Colombian | 107 | 0.8% |
| Creek | 11 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 8 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 33 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 23 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 55 | 0.4% |
| Dominican | 254 | 1.8% |
| Dutch | 127 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 98 | 0.7% |
| Ecuadorian | 21 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,206 | 8.7% |
| European | 243 | 1.8% |
| Filipino | 47 | 0.3% |
| Finnish | 12 | 0.1% |
| French | 192 | 1.4% |
| French Canadian | 32 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,869 | 13.5% |
| Greek | 134 | 1.0% |
| Haitian | 23 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 69 | 0.5% |
| Indian (Asian) | 47 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 2,535 | 18.3% |
| Israeli | 109 | 0.8% |
| Italian | 1,930 | 13.9% |
| Jamaican | 115 | 0.8% |
| Japanese | 12 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 18 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 22 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 39 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 29 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 670 | 4.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 34 | 0.3% |
| Nicaraguan | 12 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 41 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 11 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 107 | 0.8% |
| Panamanian | 31 | 0.2% |
| Peruvian | 73 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 286 | 2.1% |
| Portuguese | 353 | 2.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 1,352 | 9.7% |
| Romanian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 154 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 120 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 209 | 1.5% |
| Slavic | 10 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 43 | 0.3% |
| South African | 8 | 0.1% |
| South American | 275 | 2.0% |
| Spaniard | 10 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 30 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 49 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 40 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 21 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 57 | 0.4% |
| Ukrainian | 50 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 46 | 0.3% | View All 73 Rows |
Immigrants in Beacon
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Beacon came from Latin America (789 | 5.7%), Central America (347 | 2.5%), Mexico (316 | 2.3%), Europe (308 | 2.2%), and South America (222 | 1.6%), together accounting for 14.3% of all Beacon residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 77 | 0.5% |
| Argentina | 18 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 220 | 1.6% |
| Australia | 46 | 0.3% |
| Austria | 7 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 12 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 12 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 120 | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 220 | 1.6% |
| Central America | 347 | 2.5% |
| China | 12 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 129 | 0.9% |
| Denmark | 11 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 55 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Africa | 25 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 37 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 131 | 0.9% |
| Ecuador | 16 | 0.1% |
| England | 7 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 308 | 2.2% |
| Germany | 60 | 0.4% |
| Greece | 9 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 109 | 0.8% |
| India | 28 | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 10 | 0.1% |
| Israel | 109 | 0.8% |
| Italy | 8 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 34 | 0.3% |
| Japan | 15 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 10 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 789 | 5.7% |
| Mexico | 316 | 2.3% |
| Moldova | 28 | 0.2% |
| Nigeria | 31 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 73 | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 46 | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | 32 | 0.2% |
| Panama | 31 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 47 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 29 | 0.2% |
| Romania | 16 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 7 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 10 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 21 | 0.2% |
| South America | 222 | 1.6% |
| South Central Asia | 62 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 12 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 17 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 20 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 7 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 6 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 31 | 0.2% |
| Western Asia | 109 | 0.8% |
| Western Europe | 87 | 0.6% | View All 55 Rows |
Sex and Age in Beacon
Sex and Age in Beacon
The most populous age groups in Beacon are 45 to 49 Years (602 | 8.9%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (689 | 9.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 278 (4.1%) | 302 (4.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 366 (5.4%) | 398 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 437 (6.5%) | 331 (4.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 452 (6.7%) | 455 (6.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 437 (6.5%) | 259 (3.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 386 (5.7%) | 468 (6.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 340 (5.1%) | 689 (9.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 595 (8.8%) | 423 (5.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 517 (7.7%) | 632 (8.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 602 (8.9%) | 556 (7.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 549 (8.2%) | 507 (7.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 333 (5.0%) | 568 (8.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 594 (8.8%) | 456 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 237 (3.5%) | 268 (3.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 269 (4.0%) | 255 (3.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 192 (2.9%) | 175 (2.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 67 (1.0%) | 137 (1.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 82 (1.2%) | 264 (3.7%) |
| Total | 6,733 (100.0%) | 7,143 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Beacon
Median Family Size in Beacon
The median family size in Beacon is 2.95 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,438 | 69.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.04 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (756 | 21.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.66 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,438 (69.3%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 322 (9.2%) | 2.95 |
| Single Female/Mother | 756 (21.5%) | 2.66 |
| Total Families | 3,516 (100.0%) | 2.95 |
Median Household Size in Beacon
The median household size in Beacon is 2.34 persons per household, with single male/father households (322 | 5.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.35 persons per household. non-family households (2,299 | 39.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,438 (41.9%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 322 (5.5%) | 3.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 756 (13.0%) | 2.88 |
| Non-family | 2,299 (39.5%) | 1.27 |
| Total Households | 5,815 (100.0%) | 2.34 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Beacon
Out of a total of 5,815 households in Beacon, 3,516 (60.5%) are family households, while 2,299 (39.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,490, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,717.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,717 (29.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,490 (25.6%) | 565 (9.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 888 (15.3%) | 5 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 886 (15.2%) | 12 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 158 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 47 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 47 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,516 (60.5%) | 2,299 (39.5%) |
Female Fertility in Beacon
Fertility by Age in Beacon
Average fertility rate in Beacon is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 67.8% 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 | 46 (32.2%) | 32.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 97 (67.8%) | 55.0 |
| Total | 143 (100.0%) | 39.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Beacon
79.7% of women with births (143) in Beacon are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 63.0% 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 | 17 (37.0%) | 29 (63.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 97 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 114 (79.7%) | 29 (20.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Beacon
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 29 (20.3%) | 56.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 53 (37.1%) | 83.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 61 (42.7%) | 88.0 |
| Total | 143 (100.0%) | 39.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Beacon
20.3% of women with births in Beacon are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate'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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 114 (79.7%) | 29 (20.3%) |
Income in Beacon
Income Overview in Beacon
Per Capita Income in Beacon is $48,985, while median incomes of families and households are $106,624 and $96,891 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 13,876 | $48,985 |
| Median Family Income | 3,516 | $106,624 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,516 | $133,680 |
| Median Household Income | 5,815 | $96,891 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,815 | $116,674 |
| Income Deficit | 3,516 | $9,716 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 13,876 | 29.53% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 13,876 | 70.47¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 13,876 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Beacon
Average Earnings in Beacon are $49,872, $59,390 for men and $41,851 for women, a difference of 29.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,211 (50.3%) | $59,390 |
| Female | 4,152 (49.6%) | $41,851 |
| Total | 8,363 (100.0%) | $49,872 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Beacon
The most common earnings brackets in Beacon are $100,000+ for men (1,209 | 28.7%) and $100,000+ for women (678 | 16.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 109 (2.6%) | 135 (3.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 70 (1.7%) | 95 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 178 (4.2%) | 120 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 33 (0.8%) | 100 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 97 (2.3%) | 159 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 19 (0.4%) | 34 (0.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 51 (1.2%) | 133 (3.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 169 (4.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 169 (4.0%) | 152 (3.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 88 (2.1%) | 176 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 83 (2.0%) | 163 (3.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 199 (4.7%) | 280 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 256 (6.1%) | 263 (6.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 176 (4.2%) | 131 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 289 (6.9%) | 262 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 112 (2.7%) | 106 (2.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 376 (8.9%) | 478 (11.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 319 (7.6%) | 114 (2.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 378 (9.0%) | 404 (9.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,209 (28.7%) | 678 (16.3%) |
| Total | 4,211 (100.0%) | 4,152 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Beacon
Average earnings in Beacon are $65,049 for men and $46,221 for women, a difference of 28.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $115,776, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $46,308. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $88,079, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,288.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $46,308 | $26,782 |
| High School Diploma | $55,742 | $25,288 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $82,315 | $40,677 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $91,023 | $50,400 |
| Graduate Degree | $115,776 | $88,079 |
| Total | $65,049 | $46,221 |
Family Income in Beacon
Family Income Brackets in Beacon
According to the Beacon family income data, there are 802 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 18 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 98 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 18 | 0.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 105 | 3.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 172 | 4.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 183 | 5.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 489 | 13.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 520 | 14.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 802 | 22.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 432 | 12.3% |
| $200,000+ | 707 | 20.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Beacon
4-person families (718 | 20.4%) account for the highest median family income in Beacon with $142,917 per family, while 2-person families (1,595 | 45.4%) have the highest median income of $44,471 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,595 (45.4%) | $88,942 |
| 3-Person Families | 955 (27.2%) | $108,021 |
| 4-Person Families | 718 (20.4%) | $142,917 |
| 5-Person Families | 199 (5.7%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 2 (0.1%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 47 (1.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,516 (100.0%) | $106,624 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Beacon
The median family income in Beacon is $106,624, with families comprising 3+ earners (525) having the highest median family income of $128,899, while families with 1 earner (1,084) have the lowest median family income of $63,500, accounting for 14.9% and 30.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 279 (7.9%) | $74,364 |
| 1 Earner | 1,084 (30.8%) | $63,500 |
| 2 Earners | 1,628 (46.3%) | $122,160 |
| 3+ Earners | 525 (14.9%) | $128,899 |
| Total | 3,516 (100.0%) | $106,624 |
Household Income in Beacon
Household Income Brackets in Beacon
With 1,163 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Beacon, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 198 households (3.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 238 | 4.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 198 | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 279 | 4.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 355 | 6.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 401 | 6.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 913 | 15.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 570 | 9.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,163 | 20.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 837 | 14.4% |
| $200,000+ | 849 | 14.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Beacon
The median household income in Beacon is $96,891, with the highest median household income of $114,462 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,692 households (46.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 35 households (0.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 35 (0.6%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,808 (31.1%) | $107,400 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,692 (46.3%) | $114,462 |
| 65+ Years | 1,280 (22.0%) | $43,056 |
| Total | 5,815 (100.0%) | $96,891 |
Poverty in Beacon
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Beacon
With 6.3% poverty level for males and 11.1% for females among the residents of Beacon, 15 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 93 males (69.4%) and 160 females (31.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (15.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 100 (21.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 59 (16.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 93 (69.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 13 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 39 (6.6%) | 36 (10.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 16 (2.2%) | 178 (15.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 51 (4.6%) | 46 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 29 (2.5%) | 120 (11.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 100 (10.8%) | 39 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (4.0%) | 51 (10.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.3%) | 160 (31.9%) |
| Total | 421 (6.3%) | 778 (11.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Beacon
According to the poverty statistics in Beacon, males aged under 5 years and females aged 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 | 277 (100.0%) | 254 (84.1%) |
| 5 Years | 51 (100.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 389 (100.0%) | 374 (78.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 304 (83.8%) | 207 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 41 (30.6%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 155 (92.3%) | 341 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 548 (93.4%) | 303 (89.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 710 (97.8%) | 979 (84.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,061 (95.4%) | 1,009 (95.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,117 (97.5%) | 943 (88.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 827 (89.2%) | 985 (96.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 476 (96.0%) | 440 (89.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 327 (99.7%) | 342 (68.1%) |
| Total | 6,283 (93.7%) | 6,259 (88.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Beacon
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Beacon show that 2.4% or 59 of the total 2,438 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.3%, comprising of 44 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,292 (96.7%) | 44 (3.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 963 (98.5%) | 15 (1.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 124 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,379 (97.6%) | 59 (2.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Beacon
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 115 (30.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 160 (21.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Beacon
The poverty data for Beacon shows that 59 of the married-couple family households (2.4%) and 160 of the single-parent households (14.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (3.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 45 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 44 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 15 (1.5%) | 115 (19.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 59 (2.4%) | 160 (14.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Beacon
Employment by Class of Employer in Beacon
Among the 7,669 employed individuals in Beacon, private company employees (4,182 | 54.5%), not-for-profit organizations (885 | 11.5%), and local government employees (817 | 10.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,182 | 54.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 350 | 4.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 502 | 6.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 885 | 11.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 817 | 10.6% |
| State Government Employees | 544 | 7.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 339 | 4.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 50 | 0.6% |
| Total | 7,669 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Beacon
According to the labor force statistics for Beacon, out of the total population over 16 years of age (11,596), 69.5% or 8,059 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 274 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 95.6% or 984 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.1% or 81 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 207 (28.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 650 (93.4%) | 42 (6.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 731 (85.6%) | 81 (11.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 984 (95.6%) | 23 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,961 (90.5%) | 45 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,882 (85.0%) | 66 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 843 (93.6%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 605 (57.6%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 180 (17.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,059 (69.5%) | 274 (3.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Beacon
According to labor force statistics for Beacon, 85.3% of individuals (7,007) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,215) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 231 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 89.1% or 3,606 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.4% or 134 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 542 (81.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,429 (83.4%) | 161 (9.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,428 (79.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,606 (89.1%) | 113 (2.8%) |
| Total | 7,007 (85.3%) | 271 (3.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Beacon
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Beacon are Community & Social Service (1,587 | 20.4%), Management (979 | 12.6%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (762 | 9.8%), Education Instruction & Library (531 | 6.8%), and Business & Financial (506 | 6.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Beacon, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (95.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (73.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (65.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (98.3%), Life, Physical & Social Science (96.4%), and Health Technologists (74.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 560 (57.2%) | 419 (42.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 255 (50.4%) | 251 (49.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 326 (73.1%) | 120 (26.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 158 (65.0%) | 85 (35.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 167 (95.4%) | 8 (4.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 1 (3.6%) | 27 (96.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 611 (38.5%) | 976 (61.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 3 (1.7%) | 174 (98.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 53 (45.3%) | 64 (54.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 249 (46.9%) | 282 (53.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 306 (40.2%) | 456 (59.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 93 (33.2%) | 187 (66.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 50 (26.0%) | 142 (74.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,845 (48.6%) | 1,953 (51.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,837 (49.3%) | 3,950 (50.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Beacon are Cleaning & Maintenance (470 | 6.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (420 | 5.4%), Healthcare Support (293 | 3.8%), Personal Care & Service (155 | 2.0%), and Security & Protection (134 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Beacon, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (85.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (54.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (74.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (45.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 76 (25.9%) | 217 (74.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 115 (85.8%) | 19 (14.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 23 (54.8%) | 19 (45.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 92 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 229 (54.5%) | 191 (45.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 257 (54.7%) | 213 (45.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 155 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 677 (46.0%) | 795 (54.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,837 (49.3%) | 3,950 (50.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Beacon are Office & Administration (1,052 | 13.5%), and Sales & Related (563 | 7.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 326 (57.9%) | 237 (42.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 178 (16.9%) | 874 (83.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 504 (31.2%) | 1,111 (68.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,837 (49.3%) | 3,950 (50.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Beacon are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (246 | 3.2%), Construction & Extraction (204 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (27 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 204 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 246 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 450 (94.3%) | 27 (5.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,837 (49.3%) | 3,950 (50.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Beacon are Production (190 | 2.4%), Transportation (184 | 2.4%), and Material Moving (51 | 0.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 133 (70.0%) | 57 (30.0%) |
| Transportation | 184 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 44 (86.3%) | 7 (13.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 361 (84.9%) | 64 (15.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,837 (49.3%) | 3,950 (50.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Beacon
Employment Industries in Beacon
The major employment industries in Beacon include Educational Services (1,323 | 17.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (839 | 10.8%), Professional & Scientific (833 | 10.7%), Retail Trade (773 | 9.9%), and Public Administration (496 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Beacon
The Beacon industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (86.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (78.2%), Administrative & Support (72.3%), and Educational Services (63.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 218 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 205 (57.8%) | 150 (42.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 158 (86.3%) | 25 (13.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 419 (54.2%) | 354 (45.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 180 (51.6%) | 169 (48.4%) |
| Utilities | 289 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 154 (51.0%) | 148 (49.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 164 (55.0%) | 134 (45.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 113 (72.9%) | 42 (27.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 381 (45.7%) | 452 (54.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 57 (27.7%) | 149 (72.3%) |
| Educational Services | 481 (36.4%) | 842 (63.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 183 (21.8%) | 656 (78.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 105 (42.7%) | 141 (57.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 229 (47.4%) | 254 (52.6%) |
| Public Administration | 347 (70.0%) | 149 (30.0%) |
| Total | 3,837 (49.3%) | 3,950 (50.7%) |
Education in Beacon
School Enrollment in Beacon
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,004 students in Beacon are high school (993 | 33.1%), elementary school (684 | 22.8%), and middle school (450 | 15.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 205 | 6.8% |
| Kindergarten | 86 | 2.9% |
| Elementary School | 684 | 22.8% |
| Middle School | 450 | 15.0% |
| High School | 993 | 33.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 269 | 8.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 317 | 10.5% |
| Total | 3,004 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Beacon
Out of a total of 3,004 students who are enrolled in schools in Beacon, 544 (18.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,460 (81.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 278 (83.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 109 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 139 (74.3%) | 48 (25.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 607 (85.1%) | 106 (14.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 688 (91.7%) | 62 (8.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 654 (98.2%) | 12 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 135 (91.2%) | 13 (8.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 109 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 55 (16.5%) | 278 (83.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 73 (74.5%) | 25 (25.5%) |
| Total | 2,460 (81.9%) | 544 (18.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Beacon
Visual & performing arts (972 | 19.4%), education (442 | 8.8%), social sciences (408 | 8.1%), business (396 | 7.9%), and liberal arts & history (394 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 5,018 individuals in Beacon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 181 | 3.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 330 | 6.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 84 | 1.7% |
| Psychology | 392 | 7.8% |
| Social Sciences | 408 | 8.1% |
| Engineering | 230 | 4.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 15 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 296 | 5.9% |
| Business | 396 | 7.9% |
| Education | 442 | 8.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 390 | 7.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 394 | 7.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 972 | 19.4% |
| Communications | 353 | 7.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 135 | 2.7% |
| Total | 5,018 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Beacon
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Beacon
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Beacon are males with 2 vehicles (1,806, accounting for 47.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,560, making up 46.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 226 (6.0%) | 174 (4.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 826 (21.8%) | 1,170 (30.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,806 (47.7%) | 1,560 (40.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 701 (18.5%) | 756 (19.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 165 (4.4%) | 191 (4.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 61 (1.6%) | 18 (0.5%) |
| Total | 3,785 (100.0%) | 3,869 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Beacon
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Beacon are 90 or more minutes (1,043 commuters, 16.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (710 commuters, 11.2%), and 30 to 34 minutes (673 commuters, 10.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 426 | 6.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 325 | 5.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 474 | 7.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 506 | 7.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 710 | 11.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 175 | 2.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 673 | 10.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 250 | 3.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 641 | 10.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 660 | 10.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 486 | 7.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,043 | 16.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Beacon
The most common commute times in Beacon are 90 or more minutes (490 commuters, 15.2%) for males and 90 or more minutes (553 commuters, 17.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 224 (7.0%) | 202 (6.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 149 (4.6%) | 176 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 145 (4.5%) | 329 (10.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 326 (10.1%) | 180 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 364 (11.3%) | 346 (11.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 84 (2.6%) | 91 (2.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 192 (5.9%) | 481 (15.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 143 (4.4%) | 107 (3.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 336 (10.4%) | 305 (9.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 422 (13.1%) | 238 (7.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 350 (10.8%) | 136 (4.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 490 (15.2%) | 553 (17.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Beacon
The most frequent times of departure to work in Beacon are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (387, 12.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (546, 17.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 150 (4.6%) | 56 (1.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 49 (1.5%) | 54 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 242 (7.5%) | 122 (3.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 362 (11.2%) | 306 (9.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 387 (12.0%) | 456 (14.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 310 (9.6%) | 546 (17.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 255 (7.9%) | 221 (7.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 369 (11.4%) | 486 (15.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 91 (2.8%) | 378 (12.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 307 (9.5%) | 179 (5.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 92 (2.9%) | 44 (1.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 104 (3.2%) | 70 (2.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 288 (8.9%) | 102 (3.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 219 (6.8%) | 124 (3.9%) |
| Total | 3,225 (100.0%) | 3,144 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Beacon
Occupancy by Ownership in Beacon
Of the total 5,815 dwellings in Beacon, owner-occupied units account for 3,546 (61.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,269 (39.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,546 | 61.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,269 | 39.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,815 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Beacon
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,717 | 29.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,055 | 35.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 893 | 15.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,150 | 19.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,815 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Beacon
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 799 (46.5%) | 918 (53.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,112 (54.1%) | 943 (45.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 716 (80.2%) | 177 (19.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 919 (79.9%) | 231 (20.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,546 (61.0%) | 2,269 (39.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Beacon
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 241 (58.4%) | 172 (41.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 911 (67.3%) | 443 (32.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 634 (50.4%) | 624 (49.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,760 (63.1%) | 1,030 (36.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Beacon
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 795 | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,048 | 18.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,369 | 23.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,323 | 22.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 705 | 12.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 296 | 5.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 279 | 4.8% |
| Total | 5,815 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Beacon
Median Income by Occupancy in Beacon
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,546 (61.0%) | $116,850 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,269 (39.0%) | $61,936 |
| Average | 5,815 (100.0%) | $96,891 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Beacon
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (2.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 78 (2.2%) | 107 (4.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 126 (3.5%) | 73 (3.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 36 (1.0%) | 53 (2.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 70 (2.0%) | 120 (5.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 101 (2.9%) | 256 (11.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 260 (7.3%) | 144 (6.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 382 (10.8%) | 531 (23.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 401 (11.3%) | 167 (7.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 766 (21.6%) | 398 (17.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,326 (37.4%) | 364 (16.0%) |
| Total | 3,546 (100.0%) | 2,269 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Beacon
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 125 (5.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 32 (0.9%) | 125 (5.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 196 (5.5%) | 68 (3.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 221 (6.2%) | 83 (3.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 739 (20.8%) | 577 (25.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 631 (17.8%) | 598 (26.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 464 (13.1%) | 431 (19.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 460 (13.0%) | 116 (5.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 803 (22.7%) | 84 (3.7%) |
| Total | 3,546 (100.0%) | 2,269 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Beacon
Housing Structures in Beacon
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,353 | 57.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 340 | 5.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 452 | 7.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 523 | 9.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 321 | 5.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 826 | 14.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,815 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Beacon
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,985 (89.0%) | 368 (11.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 205 (60.3%) | 135 (39.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 137 (30.3%) | 315 (69.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 80 (15.3%) | 443 (84.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 20 (6.2%) | 301 (93.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 119 (14.4%) | 707 (85.6%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,546 (61.0%) | 2,269 (39.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Beacon
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 18 (0.5%) | 97 (4.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 145 (4.1%) | 636 (28.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 914 (25.8%) | 1,064 (46.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,555 (43.9%) | 460 (20.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 914 (25.8%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| Total | 3,546 (100.0%) | 2,269 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Beacon
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,955 (55.1%) | 1,040 (45.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 42 (1.2%) | 88 (3.9%) |
| Electricity | 304 (8.6%) | 727 (32.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 1,187 (33.5%) | 329 (14.5%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 58 (1.6%) | 85 (3.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,546 (100.0%) | 2,269 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Beacon
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 88 (2.5%) | 426 (18.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,057 (29.8%) | 1,148 (50.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,508 (42.5%) | 600 (26.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 893 (25.2%) | 95 (4.2%) |
| Total | 3,546 (100.0%) | 2,269 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Beacon
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Beacon
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 924 | 2,622 |
| Median Property Value | $369,600 | $397,200 |
| Median Household Income | $58,045 | $1,155 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,011 | $803 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $6,624 | $70 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Beacon
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 33 (3.6%) | 14 (0.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 271 (29.3%) | 416 (15.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 474 (51.3%) | 1,502 (57.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 86 (9.3%) | 541 (20.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 60 (6.5%) | 126 (4.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 924 (100.0%) | 2,622 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Beacon
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 41 (4.4%) | 88 (3.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 165 (17.9%) | 37 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 78 (8.4%) | 67 (2.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 122 (13.2%) | 23 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 147 (15.9%) | 138 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 118 (12.8%) | 235 (9.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 82 (8.9%) | 283 (10.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 171 (18.5%) | 684 (26.1%) |
| Total | 924 (100.0%) | 2,622 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Beacon
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 107 (11.6%) | 128,697 (4,908.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 146 (15.8%) | 571 (21.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 125 (13.5%) | 793 (30.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 546 (59.1%) | 386 (14.7%) |
| Total | 924 (100.0%) | 2,622 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Beacon
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 4 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 905 (97.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 924 (100.0%) | 2,622 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Beacon
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Beacon
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 679 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,151 (98.8%) | 26 (1.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,026 (93.2%) | 75 (6.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,582 (96.4%) | 59 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,019 (93.2%) | 148 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,176 (98.5%) | 33 (1.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,928 (98.8%) | 23 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 987 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 829 (99.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| Total | 13,377 (97.3%) | 365 (2.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Beacon
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 679 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,151 (98.8%) | 26 (1.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,026 (93.2%) | 75 (6.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Beacon
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 898 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,172 (90.6%) | 122 (9.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,263 (97.4%) | 60 (2.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,334 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,611 (97.9%) | 160 (2.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Beacon
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 109 (16.1%) | 592 (87.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 733 (33.7%) | 1,507 (69.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 204 (18.5%) | 822 (74.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 297 (18.1%) | 1,322 (80.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 379 (17.5%) | 1,717 (79.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 548 (24.8%) | 1,729 (78.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 497 (25.5%) | 1,627 (83.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 946 (95.9%) | 569 (57.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 829 (99.9%) | 465 (56.0%) |
| Total | 4,542 (33.1%) | 10,350 (75.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Beacon
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (9.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 224 (20.3%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 147 (11.2%) | 77 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 350 (11.0%) | 261 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 77 (15.5%) | 162 (33.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 141 (43.0%) | 330 (65.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Beacon
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (9.9%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 107 (3.4%) | 16 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (5.0%) | 57 (11.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (21.3%) | 45 (9.0%) |
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 | 29 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 100 (3.1%) | 61 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (4.9%) | 17 (3.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 195 (17.6%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 147 (11.2%) | 77 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 185 (5.8%) | 198 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (3.4%) | 10 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (12.2%) | 10 (2.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 29 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 128 (4.0%) | 151 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (13.7%) | 87 (17.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (14.0%) | 283 (56.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 83 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 39 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 107 (3.4%) | 50 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (6.4%) | 35 (7.0%) |
Technology Access in Beacon
Computing Device Access in Beacon
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,013 | 86.2% |
| Smartphone | 5,088 | 87.5% |
| Tablet | 3,796 | 65.3% |
| No Computing Device | 369 | 6.4% |
| Total | 5,815 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Beacon
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 4,747 | 81.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 513 | 8.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 172 | 3.0% |
| No Internet | 493 | 8.5% |
| Total | 5,815 | 100.0% |
Beacon Summary
Beacon, NY is a city located in Dutchess County, New York, United States. It is situated in the Hudson Valley, approximately 60 miles north of New York City. The city is situated on the east bank of the Hudson River, and is part of the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh-Middletown Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 15,541.
History
Beacon was originally inhabited by the Wappinger Indians, who were part of the larger Algonquin Nation. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 17th century, and the town was officially established in 1709. The town was named after the beacon fires that were lit to warn of approaching British ships during the Revolutionary War.
In the 19th century, Beacon became an important industrial center, with several factories and mills located along the Hudson River. The city was also home to the first commercial steamboat service in the United States, which began in 1807.
In the late 19th century, Beacon became a popular tourist destination, with several grand hotels and resorts located along the river. The city was also home to the first public park in the United States, Fishkill Park, which was established in 1871.
Geography
Beacon is located in the Hudson Valley region of New York, approximately 60 miles north of New York City. The city is situated on the east bank of the Hudson River, and is bordered by the towns of Fishkill to the north, Wappinger to the east, and Newburgh to the south.
The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, of which 3.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water. The terrain is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of the city.
Economy
Beacon is home to several major employers, including IBM, St. Luke’s Cornwall Hospital, and the United States Military Academy at West Point. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and galleries.
The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Dutchess Community College, Marist College, and the Culinary Institute of America.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 15,541. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 11.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $50,945, and the median income for a family was $60,945. The per capita income for the city was $25,945. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Beacon?
Total Population of Beacon is 13,876.
What is the Total Male Population of Beacon?
Total Male Population of Beacon is 6,733.
What is the Total Female Population of Beacon?
Total Female Population of Beacon is 7,143.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Beacon?
There are 94.26 Males per 100 Females in Beacon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Beacon?
There are 106.09 Females per 100 Males in Beacon.
What is the Median Population Age in Beacon?
Median Population Age in Beacon is 41.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Beacon
Average Family Size in Beacon is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Beacon
Average Household Size in Beacon is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Beacon?
Per Capita income in Beacon is $48,985.
What is the Median Family Income in Beacon?
Median Family Income in Beacon is $106,624.
What is the Median Household income in Beacon?
Median Household Income in Beacon is $96,891.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Beacon?
Income or Wage Gap in Beacon is 29.5%.
Women in Beacon earn 70.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Beacon?
Family Income Deficit in Beacon is $9,716.
Families that are below poverty line in Beacon earn $9,716 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Beacon?
Inequality or Gini Index in Beacon is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Beacon?
There are 8,059 People in the Labor Forcein in Beacon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Beacon?
69.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Beacon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Beacon?
Unemployment Rate in Beacon is 3.4%.