Watervliet, NY

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Watervliet Overview

10,325
TOTAL POPULATION
4,972
MALE POPULATION
5,353
FEMALE POPULATION
92.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.66
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,619
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,649
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,092
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,445
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Watervliet Zip Codes

Watervliet Area Codes

Race in Watervliet

The most populous races in Watervliet are White / Caucasian (7,447 | 72.1%), Black / African American (1,209 | 11.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,021 | 9.9%).
Race in Watervliet
Race# Population% Population
Asian4854.7%
Black / African American1,20911.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,0219.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian7,44772.1%
Two or more Races6736.5%
Some other Race5115.0%
Total10,325100.0%

Ancestry in Watervliet

The most populous ancestries reported in Watervliet are Irish (2,323 | 22.5%), German (1,654 | 16.0%), Italian (1,528 | 14.8%), English (781 | 7.6%), and American (749 | 7.2%), together accounting for 68.1% of all Watervliet residents.
Ancestry in Watervliet
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan1471.4%
African450.4%
American7497.2%
Arab530.5%
Armenian580.6%
Austrian130.1%
Blackfeet90.1%
Burmese530.5%
Canadian450.4%
Carpatho Rusyn310.3%
Celtic350.3%
Central American450.4%
Costa Rican440.4%
Cuban970.9%
Czechoslovakian290.3%
Danish260.3%
Dominican680.7%
Dutch3022.9%
Egyptian270.3%
English7817.6%
European70.1%
Finnish210.2%
French4604.5%
French Canadian2322.2%
German1,65416.0%
Ghanaian590.6%
Greek80.1%
Haitian580.6%
Honduran10.0%
Hungarian210.2%
Icelander50.1%
Indian (Asian)420.4%
Irish2,32322.5%
Italian1,52814.8%
Korean140.1%
Mexican5385.2%
Navajo280.3%
Norwegian50.1%
Polish3783.7%
Portuguese250.2%
Pueblo280.3%
Puerto Rican2442.4%
Russian2532.5%
Scotch-Irish600.6%
Scottish1011.0%
Slovak280.3%
Spanish290.3%
Sri Lankan70.1%
Subsaharan African1041.0%
Swedish460.4%
Swiss130.1%
Thai180.2%
Ukrainian1711.7%
Welsh70.1%
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Immigrants in Watervliet

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Watervliet came from Asia (440 | 4.3%), South Central Asia (335 | 3.2%), Latin America (225 | 2.2%), Pakistan (216 | 2.1%), and Caribbean (169 | 1.6%), together accounting for 13.4% of all Watervliet residents.
Immigrants in Watervliet
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1191.1%
Africa1311.3%
Asia4404.3%
Brazil260.3%
Cameroon160.2%
Canada200.2%
Caribbean1691.6%
Central America300.3%
China210.2%
Costa Rica290.3%
Dominican Republic750.7%
Eastern Asia740.7%
Eastern Europe420.4%
Egypt270.3%
Europe540.5%
Ghana590.6%
Haiti540.5%
Honduras10.0%
Hong Kong120.1%
Ireland120.1%
Jamaica400.4%
Korea530.5%
Latin America2252.2%
Middle Africa160.2%
Nigeria290.3%
Northern Africa270.3%
Northern Europe120.1%
Pakistan2162.1%
Philippines150.2%
Poland420.4%
South America260.3%
South Central Asia3353.2%
South Eastern Asia310.3%
Taiwan70.1%
Vietnam160.2%
Western Africa880.9%
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Sex and Age in Watervliet

Sex and Age in Watervliet

The most populous age groups in Watervliet are 30 to 34 Years (589 | 11.8%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (425 | 7.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Watervliet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years297 (6.0%)389 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Years240 (4.8%)274 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years210 (4.2%)399 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Years160 (3.2%)312 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Years525 (10.6%)392 (7.3%)
25 to 29 Years341 (6.9%)362 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years589 (11.8%)229 (4.3%)
35 to 39 Years348 (7.0%)418 (7.8%)
40 to 44 Years171 (3.4%)355 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years269 (5.4%)237 (4.4%)
50 to 54 Years149 (3.0%)395 (7.4%)
55 to 59 Years376 (7.6%)425 (7.9%)
60 to 64 Years469 (9.4%)264 (4.9%)
65 to 69 Years293 (5.9%)415 (7.7%)
70 to 74 Years262 (5.3%)176 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years85 (1.7%)85 (1.6%)
80 to 84 Years50 (1.0%)151 (2.8%)
85 Years and over138 (2.8%)75 (1.4%)
Total4,972 (100.0%)5,353 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Watervliet

Median Family Size in Watervliet

The median family size in Watervliet is 2.73 persons per family, with single female/mother families (983 | 39.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.79 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (252 | 10.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.23 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Watervliet
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,250 (50.3%)2.78
Single Male/Father252 (10.1%)2.23
Single Female/Mother983 (39.6%)2.79
Total Families2,485 (100.0%)2.73

Median Household Size in Watervliet

The median household size in Watervliet is 1.96 persons per household, with single female/mother households (983 | 18.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.92 persons per household. non-family households (2,761 | 52.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Watervliet
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,250 (23.8%)2.80
Single Male/Father252 (4.8%)2.53
Single Female/Mother983 (18.7%)2.92
Non-family2,761 (52.6%)1.19
Total Households5,246 (100.0%)1.96

Household Size by Marriage Status in Watervliet

Out of a total of 5,246 households in Watervliet, 2,485 (47.4%) are family households, while 2,761 (52.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,160, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,390.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Watervliet
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,390 (45.6%)
2-Person Households1,160 (22.1%)336 (6.4%)
3-Person Households728 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households346 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households227 (4.3%)35 (0.7%)
6-Person Households24 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,485 (47.4%)2,761 (52.6%)

Female Fertility in Watervliet

Fertility by Age in Watervliet

Average fertility rate in Watervliet is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 57.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Watervliet
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years65 (42.8%)66.0
35 to 50 years87 (57.2%)79.0
Total152 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watervliet

10.5% of women with births (152) in Watervliet are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 75.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watervliet
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years16 (24.6%)49 (75.4%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
Total16 (10.5%)136 (89.5%)

Fertility by Education in Watervliet

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Watervliet
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma34 (22.4%)42.0
College or Associate's Degree102 (67.1%)126.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree16 (10.5%)115.0
Total152 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watervliet

89.5% of women with births in Watervliet are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate 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.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watervliet
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)102 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (10.5%)136 (89.5%)

Income in Watervliet

Income Overview in Watervliet

Per Capita Income in Watervliet is $31,619, while median incomes of families and households are $59,649 and $51,092 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income10,325$31,619
Median Family Income2,485$59,649
Mean Family Income2,485$76,193
Median Household Income5,246$51,092
Mean Household Income5,246$63,269
Income Deficit2,485$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)10,32513.41%
Wage / Income Gap ($)10,32586.59¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index10,3250.46

Earnings by Sex in Watervliet

Average Earnings in Watervliet are $40,874, $42,978 for men and $37,216 for women, a difference of 13.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Watervliet
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,090 (54.2%)$42,978
Female2,615 (45.8%)$37,216
Total5,705 (100.0%)$40,874

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watervliet

The most common earnings brackets in Watervliet are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (357 | 11.6%) and $2,499 or less for women (271 | 10.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watervliet
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less130 (4.2%)271 (10.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99949 (1.6%)114 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499118 (3.8%)50 (1.9%)
$7,500 to $9,999165 (5.3%)56 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)64 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (0.4%)42 (1.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499178 (5.8%)64 (2.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99957 (1.8%)93 (3.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49943 (1.4%)77 (2.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999122 (4.0%)104 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999170 (5.5%)165 (6.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999152 (4.9%)188 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999155 (5.0%)103 (3.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999287 (9.3%)234 (8.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999128 (4.1%)226 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999357 (11.6%)118 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999303 (9.8%)123 (4.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999196 (6.3%)169 (6.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999295 (9.6%)269 (10.3%)
$100,000+173 (5.6%)85 (3.3%)
Total3,090 (100.0%)2,615 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watervliet

Average earnings in Watervliet are $50,491 for men and $40,807 for women, a difference of 19.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $99,375, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $76,852, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $34,263.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watervliet
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,750$0
High School Diploma$44,205$38,125
College or Associate's Degree$52,953$34,263
Bachelor's Degree$55,564$57,245
Graduate Degree$99,375$76,852
Total$50,491$40,807

Family Income in Watervliet

Family Income Brackets in Watervliet

According to the Watervliet family income data, there are 415 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 25 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Watervliet
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002319.3%
$10,000 to $14,999251.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991817.3%
$25,000 to $34,99939315.8%
$35,000 to $49,99926310.6%
$50,000 to $74,99941516.7%
$75,000 to $99,99931112.5%
$100,000 to $149,99941016.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991475.9%
$200,000+1124.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watervliet

4-person families (321 | 12.9%) account for the highest median family income in Watervliet with $109,276 per family, while 4-person families (321 | 12.9%) have the highest median income of $27,319 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watervliet
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,331 (53.6%)$54,281
3-Person Families622 (25.0%)$71,875
4-Person Families321 (12.9%)$109,276
5-Person Families187 (7.5%)$0
6-Person Families24 (1.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,485 (100.0%)$59,649

Family Income by Number of Earners in Watervliet

The median family income in Watervliet is $59,649, with families comprising 3+ earners (263) having the highest median family income of $130,813, while families with no earners (473) have the lowest median family income of $32,569, accounting for 10.6% and 19.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Watervliet
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners473 (19.0%)$32,569
1 Earner980 (39.4%)$43,292
2 Earners769 (30.9%)$109,965
3+ Earners263 (10.6%)$130,813
Total2,485 (100.0%)$59,649

Household Income in Watervliet

Household Income Brackets in Watervliet

With 1,217 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Watervliet, accounting for 23.2% of all households. In contrast, only 126 households (2.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Watervliet
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00067112.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991573.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994678.9%
$25,000 to $34,99959811.4%
$35,000 to $49,99969213.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,21723.2%
$75,000 to $99,99959811.4%
$100,000 to $149,9995149.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991262.4%
$200,000+2053.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Watervliet

The median household income in Watervliet is $51,092, with the highest median household income of $57,526 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,577 households (30.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,841, with 1,284 households (24.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Watervliet
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years392 (7.5%)$38,846
25 to 44 Years1,993 (38.0%)$53,704
45 to 64 Years1,577 (30.1%)$57,526
65+ Years1,284 (24.5%)$38,841
Total5,246 (100.0%)$51,092

Poverty in Watervliet

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watervliet

With 13.5% poverty level for males and 26.5% for females among the residents of Watervliet, 15 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 38 males (100.0%) and 256 females (65.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watervliet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (42.4%)256 (65.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years43 (18.9%)208 (54.3%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)113 (55.4%)
15 Years38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years18 (69.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years98 (15.8%)12 (2.2%)
25 to 34 Years99 (10.6%)209 (35.4%)
35 to 44 Years35 (6.7%)254 (32.9%)
45 to 54 Years49 (11.7%)24 (3.8%)
55 to 64 Years98 (11.6%)132 (19.2%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.4%)199 (33.7%)
75 Years and over58 (21.2%)10 (3.2%)
Total670 (13.5%)1,417 (26.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watervliet

According to the poverty statistics in Watervliet, males aged 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watervliet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years171 (57.6%)133 (34.2%)
5 Years91 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years184 (81.1%)175 (45.7%)
12 to 14 Years131 (100.0%)91 (44.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)75 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (30.8%)93 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years522 (84.2%)524 (97.8%)
25 to 34 Years831 (89.3%)382 (64.6%)
35 to 44 Years484 (93.3%)519 (67.1%)
45 to 54 Years369 (88.3%)608 (96.2%)
55 to 64 Years747 (88.4%)557 (80.8%)
65 to 74 Years547 (98.6%)392 (66.3%)
75 Years and over215 (78.7%)301 (96.8%)
Total4,300 (86.5%)3,936 (73.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watervliet

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Watervliet show that 3.8% or 48 of the total 1,250 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 61.3%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.7%, which includes 15 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watervliet
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children878 (98.3%)15 (1.7%)
1 or 2 Children312 (95.7%)14 (4.3%)
3 or 4 Children12 (38.7%)19 (61.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,202 (96.2%)48 (3.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watervliet

According to the poverty data in Watervliet, 4.4% or 11 single-father households and 29.9% or 294 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (10.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 87 households (40.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watervliet
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)23 (10.4%)
1 or 2 Children11 (10.2%)184 (33.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)87 (40.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (4.4%)294 (29.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Watervliet

The poverty data for Watervliet shows that 48 of the married-couple family households (3.8%) and 305 of the single-parent households (24.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (61.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 87 household (40.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Watervliet
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children15 (1.7%)23 (6.3%)
1 or 2 Children14 (4.3%)195 (29.8%)
3 or 4 Children19 (61.3%)87 (40.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (3.8%)305 (24.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Watervliet

Employment by Class of Employer in Watervliet

Among the 5,028 employed individuals in Watervliet, private company employees (2,921 | 58.1%), not-for-profit organizations (657 | 13.1%), and state government employees (645 | 12.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Watervliet
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,92158.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)741.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2384.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations65713.1%
Local Government Employees3917.8%
State Government Employees64512.8%
Federal Government Employees1022.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total5,028100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Watervliet

According to the labor force statistics for Watervliet, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,403), 64.8% or 5,445 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 256 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 94.7% or 775 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 31.4% or 71 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Watervliet
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years226 (63.0%)71 (31.4%)
20 to 24 Years786 (85.7%)75 (9.5%)
25 to 29 Years565 (80.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years775 (94.7%)47 (6.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,102 (85.3%)21 (1.9%)
45 to 54 Years749 (71.3%)28 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years502 (62.7%)14 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years431 (58.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years289 (25.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,445 (64.8%)256 (4.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watervliet

According to labor force statistics for Watervliet, 76.4% of individuals (4,123) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,397) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 111 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 86.9% or 972 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.1% or 40 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watervliet
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School247 (59.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,040 (66.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,867 (81.2%)87 (3.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher972 (86.9%)46 (4.1%)
Total4,123 (76.4%)146 (2.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Watervliet

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watervliet are Community & Social Service (438 | 8.5%), Business & Financial (380 | 7.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (306 | 5.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (305 | 5.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (199 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Watervliet

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watervliet, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (95.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (68.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (85.9%), and Management (69.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Watervliet
OccupationMaleFemale
Management44 (30.3%)101 (69.7%)
Business & Financial219 (57.6%)161 (42.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science198 (64.9%)107 (35.1%)
Computers & Mathematics125 (68.7%)57 (31.3%)
Architecture & Engineering47 (95.9%)2 (4.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science26 (35.1%)48 (64.9%)
Community & Social Service 168 (38.4%)270 (61.6%)
Education, Arts & Media72 (50.0%)72 (50.0%)
Legal Services & Support10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library28 (14.1%)171 (85.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment58 (68.2%)27 (31.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating128 (41.8%)178 (58.2%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)102 (100.0%)
Total (Category)757 (48.1%)817 (51.9%)
Total (Overall)2,907 (56.2%)2,267 (43.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Watervliet are Security & Protection (204 | 3.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (203 | 3.9%), Healthcare Support (180 | 3.5%), Firefighting & Prevention (180 | 3.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (174 | 3.4%).
Services Occupations in Watervliet

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Watervliet, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (62.1%), Personal Care & Service (51.3%), and Healthcare Support (45.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Watervliet
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support99 (55.0%)81 (45.0%)
Security & Protection204 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving77 (37.9%)126 (62.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance141 (81.0%)33 (19.0%)
Personal Care & Service56 (48.7%)59 (51.3%)
Total (Category)577 (65.9%)299 (34.1%)
Total (Overall)2,907 (56.2%)2,267 (43.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Watervliet are Office & Administration (974 | 18.8%), and Sales & Related (460 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Watervliet

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Watervliet
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related113 (24.6%)347 (75.4%)
Office & Administration264 (27.1%)710 (72.9%)
Total (Category)377 (26.3%)1,057 (73.7%)
Total (Overall)2,907 (56.2%)2,267 (43.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Watervliet are Construction & Extraction (281 | 5.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (121 | 2.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Watervliet

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Watervliet
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction281 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair107 (88.4%)14 (11.6%)
Total (Category)388 (96.5%)14 (3.5%)
Total (Overall)2,907 (56.2%)2,267 (43.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Watervliet are Production (458 | 8.8%), Material Moving (257 | 5.0%), and Transportation (173 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Watervliet

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Watervliet
OccupationMaleFemale
Production443 (96.7%)15 (3.3%)
Transportation173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving192 (74.7%)65 (25.3%)
Total (Category)808 (91.0%)80 (9.0%)
Total (Overall)2,907 (56.2%)2,267 (43.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Watervliet

Employment Industries in Watervliet

The major employment industries in Watervliet include Manufacturing (733 | 14.2%), Public Administration (693 | 13.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (639 | 12.3%), Retail Trade (477 | 9.2%), and Educational Services (421 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Watervliet

Employment Industries by Sex in Watervliet

The Watervliet industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Manufacturing (94.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (77.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (75.5%), and Finance & Insurance (72.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Watervliet
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction339 (84.8%)61 (15.2%)
Manufacturing692 (94.4%)41 (5.6%)
Wholesale Trade38 (31.4%)83 (68.6%)
Retail Trade317 (66.5%)160 (33.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing158 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information56 (66.7%)28 (33.3%)
Finance & Insurance99 (27.1%)266 (72.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing24 (72.7%)9 (27.3%)
Professional & Scientific93 (37.7%)154 (62.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support219 (91.2%)21 (8.7%)
Educational Services148 (35.1%)273 (64.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance141 (22.1%)498 (77.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation60 (60.6%)39 (39.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services46 (24.5%)142 (75.5%)
Public Administration351 (50.6%)342 (49.3%)
Total2,907 (56.2%)2,267 (43.8%)

Education in Watervliet

School Enrollment in Watervliet

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,400 students in Watervliet are college / undergraduate (704 | 29.3%), middle school (453 | 18.9%), and high school (422 | 17.6%).
School Enrollment in Watervliet
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool24610.2%
Kindergarten2169.0%
Elementary School30712.8%
Middle School45318.9%
High School42217.6%
College / Undergraduate70429.3%
Graduate / Professional522.2%
Total2,400100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watervliet

Out of a total of 2,400 students who are enrolled in schools in Watervliet, 326 (13.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,074 (86.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 149 (29.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 232 (99.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watervliet
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds215 (93.5%)15 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old365 (71.0%)149 (29.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds530 (91.4%)50 (8.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds232 (99.6%)1 (0.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds121 (79.6%)31 (20.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds237 (90.5%)25 (9.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds246 (85.7%)41 (14.3%)
35 Years and over127 (89.4%)15 (10.6%)
Total2,074 (86.4%)326 (13.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watervliet

Business (223 | 14.7%), social sciences (210 | 13.9%), arts & humanities (186 | 12.3%), communications (172 | 11.4%), and bio, nature & agricultural (140 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 1,515 individuals in Watervliet who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watervliet
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics382.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1409.2%
Physical & Health Sciences161.1%
Psychology1258.3%
Social Sciences21013.9%
Engineering463.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology704.6%
Business22314.7%
Education865.7%
Literature & Languages1077.1%
Liberal Arts & History654.3%
Visual & Performing Arts312.1%
Communications17211.4%
Arts & Humanities18612.3%
Total1,515100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Watervliet

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watervliet

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Watervliet are males with 2 vehicles (973, accounting for 34.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (836, making up 44.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watervliet
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle218 (7.7%)68 (3.1%)
1 Vehicle908 (32.0%)1,014 (46.3%)
2 Vehicles973 (34.3%)836 (38.2%)
3 Vehicles505 (17.8%)192 (8.8%)
4 Vehicles171 (6.0%)51 (2.3%)
5 or more Vehicles64 (2.2%)28 (1.3%)
Total2,839 (100.0%)2,189 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Watervliet

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Watervliet are 15 to 19 minutes (1,044 commuters, 22.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (820 commuters, 17.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (674 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Watervliet
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2585.5%
5 to 9 Minutes54711.6%
10 to 14 Minutes82017.4%
15 to 19 Minutes1,04422.2%
20 to 24 Minutes67414.3%
25 to 29 Minutes4028.5%
30 to 34 Minutes4689.9%
35 to 39 Minutes1032.2%
40 to 44 Minutes841.8%
45 to 59 Minutes932.0%
60 to 89 Minutes1142.4%
90 or more Minutes1022.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Watervliet

The most common commute times in Watervliet are 15 to 19 minutes (566 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (478 commuters, 24.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Watervliet
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes138 (5.1%)120 (6.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes444 (16.3%)103 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes416 (15.3%)404 (20.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes566 (20.8%)478 (24.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes349 (12.9%)325 (16.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes148 (5.4%)254 (12.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes211 (7.8%)257 (12.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes84 (3.1%)19 (0.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes84 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes75 (2.8%)18 (0.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes114 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes88 (3.2%)14 (0.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watervliet

The most frequent times of departure to work in Watervliet are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (459, 16.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (528, 26.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watervliet
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM64 (2.4%)14 (0.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM71 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM54 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM395 (14.5%)16 (0.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM347 (12.8%)227 (11.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM357 (13.1%)225 (11.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM326 (12.0%)528 (26.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM459 (16.9%)311 (15.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM62 (2.3%)127 (6.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM105 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)47 (2.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM80 (2.9%)66 (3.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM295 (10.9%)313 (15.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM102 (3.7%)118 (5.9%)
Total2,717 (100.0%)1,992 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Watervliet

Occupancy by Ownership in Watervliet

Of the total 5,246 dwellings in Watervliet, owner-occupied units account for 1,651 (31.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,595 (68.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Watervliet
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,65131.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,59568.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units5,246100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Watervliet

Occupancy by Household Size in Watervliet
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,39045.6%
2-Person Household1,49628.5%
3-Person Household72813.9%
4+ Person Household63212.0%
Total Housing Units5,246100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watervliet

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watervliet
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household493 (20.6%)1,897 (79.4%)
2-Person Household597 (39.9%)899 (60.1%)
3-Person Household270 (37.1%)458 (62.9%)
4+ Person Household291 (46.0%)341 (54.0%)
Total Housing Units1,651 (31.5%)3,595 (68.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watervliet

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watervliet
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School100 (24.6%)307 (75.4%)
High School Diploma433 (29.6%)1,028 (70.4%)
College/Associate Degree547 (23.9%)1,739 (76.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher571 (52.3%)521 (47.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watervliet

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watervliet
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,45427.7%
35 to 44 Years93117.7%
45 to 54 Years69513.3%
55 to 64 Years88216.8%
65 to 74 Years87916.8%
75 to 84 Years2965.6%
85 Years and Over1092.1%
Total5,246100.0%

Housing Finances in Watervliet

Median Income by Occupancy in Watervliet

Median Income by Occupancy in Watervliet
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,651 (31.5%)$79,479
Renter-Occupied3,595 (68.5%)$38,694
Average5,246 (100.0%)$51,092

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watervliet

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watervliet
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00041 (2.5%)419 (11.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99935 (2.1%)175 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99925 (1.5%)135 (3.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99913 (0.8%)236 (6.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9999 (0.5%)209 (5.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999149 (9.0%)448 (12.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99987 (5.3%)604 (16.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999414 (25.1%)805 (22.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999156 (9.5%)440 (12.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999443 (26.8%)73 (2.0%)
$150,000 or more279 (16.9%)51 (1.4%)
Total1,651 (100.0%)3,595 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watervliet

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watervliet
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30069 (4.2%)171 (4.8%)
$300 to $499138 (8.4%)145 (4.0%)
$500 to $799376 (22.8%)304 (8.5%)
$800 to $999187 (11.3%)1,029 (28.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499374 (22.7%)1,772 (49.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999370 (22.4%)126 (3.5%)
$2,000 to $2,49995 (5.8%)13 (0.4%)
$2,500 to $2,99942 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,651 (100.0%)3,595 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Watervliet

Housing Structures in Watervliet

Housing Structures in Watervliet
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,30824.9%
Single Unit, Attached551.1%
2 Unit Apartments2,10540.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments71813.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2494.8%
10 or more Apartments81115.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total5,246100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watervliet

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watervliet
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,075 (82.2%)233 (17.8%)
Single Unit, Attached36 (65.4%)19 (34.5%)
2 Unit Apartments421 (20.0%)1,684 (80.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments119 (16.6%)599 (83.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)249 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)811 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,651 (31.5%)3,595 (68.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watervliet

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watervliet
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room16 (1.0%)36 (1.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms29 (1.8%)907 (25.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms247 (15.0%)1,653 (46.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms836 (50.6%)642 (17.9%)
8 or more Rooms523 (31.7%)357 (9.9%)
Total1,651 (100.0%)3,595 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watervliet

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watervliet
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,519 (92.0%)2,169 (60.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas8 (0.5%)57 (1.6%)
Electricity51 (3.1%)1,174 (32.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene44 (2.7%)41 (1.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels29 (1.8%)86 (2.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)68 (1.9%)
Total1,651 (100.0%)3,595 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Watervliet

Household Vehicle Usage in Watervliet
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle104 (6.3%)546 (15.2%)
1 Vehicle503 (30.5%)2,297 (63.9%)
2 Vehicles777 (47.1%)486 (13.5%)
3 or more Vehicles267 (16.2%)266 (7.4%)
Total1,651 (100.0%)3,595 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Watervliet

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Watervliet

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units684967
Median Property Value$161,800$169,500
Median Household Income$65,817$171
Monthly Housing Costs$597$0
Real Estate Taxes$3,131$86

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watervliet

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watervliet
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00037 (5.4%)21 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99958 (8.5%)52 (5.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999514 (75.1%)830 (85.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99939 (5.7%)64 (6.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99910 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99912 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more14 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total684 (100.0%)967 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watervliet

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watervliet
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00065 (9.5%)9 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $24,99913 (1.9%)11 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99960 (8.8%)34 (3.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99959 (8.6%)89 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999225 (32.9%)28 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (2.6%)189 (19.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999136 (19.9%)138 (14.3%)
$150,000 or more108 (15.8%)307 (31.8%)
Total684 (100.0%)967 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watervliet

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watervliet
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x311 (45.5%)94,313 (9,753.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x148 (21.6%)517 (53.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x98 (14.3%)197 (20.4%)
4.0x or more117 (17.1%)128 (13.2%)
Total684 (100.0%)967 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watervliet

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watervliet
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80016 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49980 (11.7%)31 (3.2%)
$800 to $1,499514 (75.1%)83 (8.6%)
Total684 (100.0%)967 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Watervliet

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watervliet

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watervliet
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years863 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,303 (98.9%)15 (1.1%)
19 to 25 Years993 (89.3%)119 (10.7%)
26 to 34 Years1,318 (92.6%)106 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,208 (94.8%)66 (5.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,038 (98.9%)12 (1.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,534 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,138 (99.3%)8 (0.7%)
75 Years and older584 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,979 (96.8%)326 (3.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watervliet

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watervliet
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born863 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,303 (98.9%)15 (1.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen993 (89.3%)119 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watervliet

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watervliet
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,180 (98.4%)35 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,198 (96.7%)75 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,910 (97.3%)53 (2.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,149 (93.7%)77 (6.3%)
$100,000 and over2,517 (96.7%)86 (3.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watervliet

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watervliet
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6737 (85.4%)126 (14.6%)
6 to 18 Years875 (66.4%)567 (43.0%)
19 to 25 Years241 (21.7%)784 (70.5%)
25 to 34 Years333 (23.4%)1,021 (71.7%)
35 to 44 Years411 (32.3%)797 (62.6%)
45 to 54 Years341 (32.5%)746 (71.1%)
55 to 64 Years579 (37.7%)1,087 (70.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,138 (99.3%)783 (68.3%)
75 Years and over584 (100.0%)363 (62.2%)
Total5,239 (50.8%)6,274 (60.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watervliet

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watervliet
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years131 (25.5%)196 (23.3%)
18 to 34 Years16 (1.0%)169 (15.0%)
35 to 64 Years316 (17.9%)403 (19.3%)
65 to 74 Years286 (51.5%)60 (10.2%)
75 Years and over85 (31.1%)127 (40.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Watervliet

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Watervliet: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (1.1%)6 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years101 (18.2%)11 (1.9%)
75 Years and over34 (12.4%)12 (3.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Watervliet: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)12 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)88 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years106 (19.1%)23 (3.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)29 (9.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Watervliet: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years131 (25.5%)184 (21.9%)
18 to 34 Years16 (1.0%)141 (12.5%)
35 to 64 Years106 (6.0%)141 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years42 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over40 (14.6%)23 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Watervliet: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (2.7%)12 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)28 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years166 (9.4%)249 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years31 (5.6%)26 (4.4%)
75 Years and over21 (7.7%)94 (30.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Watervliet: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years55 (10.7%)48 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years16 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (2.1%)55 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)40 (12.9%)

Technology Access in Watervliet

Computing Device Access in Watervliet

Computing Device Access in Watervliet
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4,07977.7%
Smartphone4,40383.9%
Tablet2,59749.5%
No Computing Device3326.3%
Total5,246100.0%

Internet Access in Watervliet

Internet Access in Watervliet
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3,79972.4%
Cellular Data Only71813.7%
Satellite Internet1532.9%
No Internet62311.9%
Total5,246100.0%

Watervliet Summary

Watervliet is a city located in Albany County, New York, United States. It is located on the west bank of the Hudson River, directly across from the city of Albany. The city is part of the Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 10,254.

History

The area that is now Watervliet was originally inhabited by the Mohican Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 17th century. The area was part of the Manor of Rensselaerswyck, a large estate owned by the Van Rensselaer family. The area was known as West Troy until 1836, when it was incorporated as the village of Watervliet. The village was named after the nearby Watervliet Creek, which was named for the Dutch word for “waterfall.”
In the 19th century, Watervliet was an important industrial center. The city was home to several iron foundries, paper mills, and other factories. The city was also home to the Watervliet Arsenal, which was established in 1813 and is still in operation today.

Geography

Watervliet is located at 42°42′N 73°45′W (42.7, -73.75). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.3 square miles (6.0 km2), all of it land.
The city is located on the west bank of the Hudson River, directly across from the city of Albany. The city is bordered by the towns of Colonie to the north, Green Island to the east, and Cohoes to the south.

Economy

Watervliet is home to several major employers, including the Watervliet Arsenal, the largest employer in the city. The arsenal is a military installation that produces weapons and ammunition for the United States military. Other major employers in the city include the Watervliet Paper Company, the Watervliet Shaker Historic District, and the Watervliet Public Library.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 10,254 people, 4,093 households, and 2,541 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,521.3 people per square mile (1,749.2/km2). There were 4,521 housing units at an average density of 1,945.3 per square mile (750.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.2% White, 5.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
There were 4,093 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.2% were married couples living together, 14.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.04.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. Males had a median income of $37,945 versus $30,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Watervliet?
Total Population of Watervliet is 10,325.
What is the Total Male Population of Watervliet?
Total Male Population of Watervliet is 4,972.
What is the Total Female Population of Watervliet?
Total Female Population of Watervliet is 5,353.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Watervliet?
There are 92.88 Males per 100 Females in Watervliet.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Watervliet?
There are 107.66 Females per 100 Males in Watervliet.
What is the Median Population Age in Watervliet?
Median Population Age in Watervliet is 38.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Watervliet
Average Family Size in Watervliet is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Watervliet
Average Household Size in Watervliet is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Watervliet?
Per Capita income in Watervliet is $31,619.
What is the Median Family Income in Watervliet?
Median Family Income in Watervliet is $59,649.
What is the Median Household income in Watervliet?
Median Household Income in Watervliet is $51,092.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Watervliet?
Income or Wage Gap in Watervliet is 13.4%.
Women in Watervliet earn 86.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Watervliet?
Inequality or Gini Index in Watervliet is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Watervliet?
There are 5,445 People in the Labor Forcein in Watervliet.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Watervliet?
64.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Watervliet.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Watervliet?
Unemployment Rate in Watervliet is 4.7%.