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7,539
TOTAL POPULATION
3,610
MALE POPULATION
3,929
FEMALE POPULATION
91.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$54,168
PER CAPITA INCOME
$129,012
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$109,691
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,972
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
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Race in Independence
The most populous races in Independence are White / Caucasian (6,981 | 92.6%), Two or more Races (294 | 3.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (277 | 3.7%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 169 | 2.2% |
Black / African American | 30 | 0.4% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 277 | 3.7% |
Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
White / Caucasian | 6,981 | 92.6% |
Two or more Races | 294 | 3.9% |
Some other Race | 65 | 0.9% |
Total | 7,539 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Independence
The most populous ancestries reported in Independence are Polish (2,085 | 27.7%), German (1,394 | 18.5%), Italian (1,270 | 16.9%), Irish (1,064 | 14.1%), and English (671 | 8.9%), together accounting for 86.0% of all Independence residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
American | 167 | 2.2% |
Arab | 285 | 3.8% |
Armenian | 15 | 0.2% |
Australian | 1 | 0.0% |
Austrian | 6 | 0.1% |
Belgian | 32 | 0.4% |
Bhutanese | 77 | 1.0% |
British | 9 | 0.1% |
Canadian | 49 | 0.6% |
Carpatho Rusyn | 15 | 0.2% |
Cherokee | 31 | 0.4% |
Colombian | 2 | 0.0% |
Croatian | 173 | 2.3% |
Czech | 261 | 3.5% |
Czechoslovakian | 8 | 0.1% |
Dutch | 44 | 0.6% |
Eastern European | 138 | 1.8% |
English | 671 | 8.9% |
European | 7 | 0.1% |
Finnish | 6 | 0.1% |
French | 108 | 1.4% |
German | 1,394 | 18.5% |
Greek | 84 | 1.1% |
Hungarian | 528 | 7.0% |
Indian (Asian) | 113 | 1.5% |
Irish | 1,064 | 14.1% |
Italian | 1,270 | 16.9% |
Jordanian | 14 | 0.2% |
Korean | 25 | 0.3% |
Lebanese | 70 | 0.9% |
Lithuanian | 16 | 0.2% |
Mexican | 71 | 0.9% |
Palestinian | 57 | 0.8% |
Polish | 2,085 | 27.7% |
Puerto Rican | 191 | 2.5% |
Romanian | 75 | 1.0% |
Russian | 59 | 0.8% |
Scottish | 141 | 1.9% |
Serbian | 49 | 0.6% |
Slavic | 24 | 0.3% |
Slovak | 505 | 6.7% |
Slovene | 500 | 6.6% |
South American | 2 | 0.0% |
Spaniard | 8 | 0.1% |
Swedish | 57 | 0.8% |
Swiss | 39 | 0.5% |
Thai | 77 | 1.0% |
Ukrainian | 74 | 1.0% |
Welsh | 91 | 1.2% | View All 49 Rows |
Immigrants in Independence
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Independence came from Asia (136 | 1.8%), Europe (125 | 1.7%), Eastern Asia (107 | 1.4%), Eastern Europe (77 | 1.0%), and Japan (58 | 0.8%), together accounting for 6.7% of all Independence residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Asia | 136 | 1.8% |
Canada | 36 | 0.5% |
Caribbean | 2 | 0.0% |
China | 49 | 0.6% |
Czechoslovakia | 24 | 0.3% |
Dominican Republic | 2 | 0.0% |
Eastern Asia | 107 | 1.4% |
Eastern Europe | 77 | 1.0% |
England | 17 | 0.2% |
Europe | 125 | 1.7% |
Germany | 11 | 0.2% |
Indonesia | 6 | 0.1% |
Japan | 58 | 0.8% |
Jordan | 7 | 0.1% |
Latin America | 2 | 0.0% |
Lebanon | 10 | 0.1% |
Northern Europe | 37 | 0.5% |
Philippines | 6 | 0.1% |
Poland | 12 | 0.2% |
Romania | 30 | 0.4% |
South Eastern Asia | 12 | 0.2% |
Western Asia | 17 | 0.2% |
Western Europe | 11 | 0.2% | View All 23 Rows |
Sex and Age in Independence
Sex and Age in Independence
The most populous age groups in Independence are 60 to 64 Years (463 | 12.8%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (412 | 10.5%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 89 (2.5%) | 164 (4.2%) |
5 to 9 Years | 243 (6.7%) | 258 (6.6%) |
10 to 14 Years | 183 (5.1%) | 197 (5.0%) |
15 to 19 Years | 227 (6.3%) | 246 (6.3%) |
20 to 24 Years | 249 (6.9%) | 141 (3.6%) |
25 to 29 Years | 153 (4.2%) | 123 (3.1%) |
30 to 34 Years | 99 (2.7%) | 222 (5.7%) |
35 to 39 Years | 170 (4.7%) | 250 (6.4%) |
40 to 44 Years | 223 (6.2%) | 243 (6.2%) |
45 to 49 Years | 202 (5.6%) | 203 (5.2%) |
50 to 54 Years | 184 (5.1%) | 284 (7.2%) |
55 to 59 Years | 346 (9.6%) | 296 (7.5%) |
60 to 64 Years | 463 (12.8%) | 363 (9.2%) |
65 to 69 Years | 278 (7.7%) | 412 (10.5%) |
70 to 74 Years | 274 (7.6%) | 232 (5.9%) |
75 to 79 Years | 69 (1.9%) | 112 (2.9%) |
80 to 84 Years | 54 (1.5%) | 40 (1.0%) |
85 Years and over | 104 (2.9%) | 143 (3.6%) |
Total | 3,610 (100.0%) | 3,929 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Independence
Median Family Size in Independence
The median family size in Independence is 2.95 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,926 | 85.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (265 | 11.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 1,926 (85.0%) | 3.02 |
Single Male/Father | 74 (3.3%) | 2.72 |
Single Female/Mother | 265 (11.7%) | 2.50 |
Total Families | 2,265 (100.0%) | 2.95 |
Median Household Size in Independence
The median household size in Independence is 2.49 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,926 | 63.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.03 persons per household. non-family households (747 | 24.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 1,926 (63.9%) | 3.03 |
Single Male/Father | 74 (2.5%) | 2.81 |
Single Female/Mother | 265 (8.8%) | 2.50 |
Non-family | 747 (24.8%) | 1.07 |
Total Households | 3,012 (100.0%) | 2.49 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Independence
Out of a total of 3,012 households in Independence, 2,265 (75.2%) are family households, while 747 (24.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,128, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 696.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 696 (23.1%) |
2-Person Households | 1,128 (37.4%) | 51 (1.7%) |
3-Person Households | 506 (16.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 408 (13.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 152 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 62 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 9 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,265 (75.2%) | 747 (24.8%) |
Female Fertility in Independence
Fertility by Age in Independence
Average fertility rate in Independence is 9.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 16.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 61.5% 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 | 8 (61.5%) | 16.0 |
35 to 50 years | 5 (38.5%) | 7.0 |
Total | 13 (100.0%) | 9.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Independence
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 50 years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Independence
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 8 (61.5%) | 21.0 |
Graduate Degree | 5 (38.5%) | 11.0 |
Total | 13 (100.0%) | 9.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Independence
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Independence
Income Overview in Independence
Per Capita Income in Independence is $54,168, while median incomes of families and households are $129,012 and $109,691 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 7,539 | $54,168 |
Median Family Income | 2,265 | $129,012 |
Mean Family Income | 2,265 | $157,909 |
Median Household Income | 3,012 | $109,691 |
Mean Household Income | 3,012 | $135,449 |
Income Deficit | 2,265 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,539 | 31.29% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,539 | 68.71¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 7,539 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Independence
Average Earnings in Independence are $58,565, $66,384 for men and $45,613 for women, a difference of 31.3%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 2,363 (55.7%) | $66,384 |
Female | 1,879 (44.3%) | $45,613 |
Total | 4,242 (100.0%) | $58,565 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Independence
The most common earnings brackets in Independence are $100,000+ for men (717 | 30.3%) and $100,000+ for women (281 | 14.9%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 35 (1.5%) | 91 (4.8%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 77 (3.3%) | 60 (3.2%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 86 (3.6%) | 88 (4.7%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 40 (1.7%) | 8 (0.4%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 29 (1.2%) | 69 (3.7%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 14 (0.6%) | 136 (7.2%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 106 (4.5%) | 49 (2.6%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 18 (0.8%) | 72 (3.8%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 26 (1.1%) | 20 (1.1%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 19 (0.8%) | 21 (1.1%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 22 (0.9%) | 98 (5.2%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 56 (2.4%) | 71 (3.8%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 135 (5.7%) | 56 (3.0%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 72 (3.0%) | 63 (3.4%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 21 (0.9%) | 185 (9.9%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 59 (2.5%) | 44 (2.3%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 351 (14.8%) | 70 (3.7%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 90 (3.8%) | 174 (9.3%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 390 (16.5%) | 223 (11.9%) |
$100,000+ | 717 (30.3%) | 281 (14.9%) |
Total | 2,363 (100.0%) | 1,879 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Independence
Average earnings in Independence are $82,292 for men and $47,092 for women, a difference of 42.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $140,862, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $59,351. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,321, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,691.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | $75,852 | $14,691 |
College or Associate's Degree | $59,351 | $31,518 |
Bachelor's Degree | $71,689 | $68,194 |
Graduate Degree | $140,862 | $72,321 |
Total | $82,292 | $47,092 |
Family Income in Independence
Family Income Brackets in Independence
According to the Independence family income data, there are 569 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.1% of all families.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 34 | 1.5% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 84 | 3.7% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 25 | 1.1% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 317 | 14.0% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 358 | 15.8% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 569 | 25.1% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 342 | 15.1% |
$200,000+ | 535 | 23.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Independence
6-person families (40 | 1.8%) account for the highest median family income in Independence with $218,100 per family, while 2-person families (1,134 | 50.1%) have the highest median income of $49,870 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 1,134 (50.1%) | $99,741 |
3-Person Families | 505 (22.3%) | $136,042 |
4-Person Families | 403 (17.8%) | $160,089 |
5-Person Families | 175 (7.7%) | $154,044 |
6-Person Families | 40 (1.8%) | $218,100 |
7+ Person Families | 8 (0.4%) | $0 |
Total | 2,265 (100.0%) | $129,012 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Independence
The median family income in Independence is $129,012, with families comprising 2 earners (800) having the highest median family income of $161,618, while families with no earners (240) have the lowest median family income of $71,607, accounting for 35.3% and 10.6% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 240 (10.6%) | $71,607 |
1 Earner | 791 (34.9%) | $87,548 |
2 Earners | 800 (35.3%) | $161,618 |
3+ Earners | 434 (19.2%) | $146,196 |
Total | 2,265 (100.0%) | $129,012 |
Household Income in Independence
Household Income Brackets in Independence
With 654 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Independence, accounting for 21.7% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (0.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 21 | 0.7% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 45 | 1.5% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 184 | 6.1% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 90 | 3.0% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 190 | 6.3% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 386 | 12.8% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 482 | 16.0% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 654 | 21.7% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 419 | 13.9% |
$200,000+ | 539 | 17.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Independence
The median household income in Independence is $109,691, with the highest median household income of $153,235 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 606 households (20.1%) fall into this category.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 606 (20.1%) | $153,235 |
45 to 64 Years | 1,332 (44.2%) | $128,063 |
65+ Years | 1,074 (35.7%) | $70,714 |
Total | 3,012 (100.0%) | $109,691 |
Poverty in Independence
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
With 0.6% poverty level for males and 1.3% for females among the residents of Independence, 55 to 64 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (2.7%) and 26 females (4.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 22 (2.7%) | 24 (3.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (4.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.3%) |
Total | 22 (0.6%) | 51 (1.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Independence
According to the poverty statistics in Independence, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 89 (100.0%) | 164 (100.0%) |
5 Years | 63 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 232 (100.0%) | 323 (100.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 131 (100.0%) | 120 (100.0%) |
15 Years | 44 (100.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 101 (100.0%) | 144 (100.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 331 (100.0%) | 197 (100.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 252 (100.0%) | 345 (100.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 393 (100.0%) | 486 (100.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 386 (100.0%) | 487 (100.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 787 (97.3%) | 635 (96.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 552 (100.0%) | 618 (96.0%) |
75 Years and over | 227 (100.0%) | 294 (99.7%) |
Total | 3,588 (99.4%) | 3,870 (98.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Independence
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 1,292 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 468 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 158 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 1,926 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Independence
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Independence
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Independence
Employment by Class of Employer in Independence
Among the 3,902 employed individuals in Independence, private company employees (2,525 | 64.7%), not-for-profit organizations (497 | 12.7%), and local government employees (410 | 10.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 2,525 | 64.7% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 135 | 3.5% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 238 | 6.1% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 497 | 12.7% |
Local Government Employees | 410 | 10.5% |
State Government Employees | 40 | 1.0% |
Federal Government Employees | 57 | 1.5% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 3,902 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Independence
According to the labor force statistics for Independence, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,315), 62.9% or 3,972 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 52 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 276 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.1% or 52 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 225 (58.7%) | 52 (23.1%) |
20 to 24 Years | 309 (79.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 276 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 304 (94.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 647 (73.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 732 (83.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 59 Years | 534 (83.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 552 (66.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 330 (27.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 60 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,972 (62.9%) | 52 (1.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Independence
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 586 (63.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College / Associate Degree | 639 (83.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,815 (85.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,044 (79.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Independence
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence are Management (731 | 18.7%), Community & Social Service (428 | 10.9%), Business & Financial (418 | 10.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (279 | 7.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (264 | 6.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (78.4%), Architecture & Engineering (75.0%), and Management (73.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (87.7%), Health Technologists (79.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (78.6%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 535 (73.2%) | 196 (26.8%) |
Business & Financial | 227 (54.3%) | 191 (45.7%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 203 (72.8%) | 76 (27.2%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 87 (78.4%) | 24 (21.6%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 66 (75.0%) | 22 (25.0%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 50 (62.5%) | 30 (37.5%) |
Community & Social Service | 122 (28.5%) | 306 (71.5%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 15 (21.4%) | 55 (78.6%) |
Legal Services & Support | 38 (59.4%) | 26 (40.6%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 29 (12.3%) | 207 (87.7%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 40 (69.0%) | 18 (31.0%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 66 (25.0%) | 198 (75.0%) |
Health Technologists | 42 (20.3%) | 165 (79.7%) |
Total (Category) | 1,153 (54.4%) | 967 (45.6%) |
Total (Overall) | 2,202 (56.2%) | 1,715 (43.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Independence are Food Preparation & Serving (163 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (125 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (119 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (49 | 1.3%), and Law Enforcement (49 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Independence, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (52.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.1%), Personal Care & Service (74.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (65.0%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 5 (13.9%) | 31 (86.1%) |
Security & Protection | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 57 (35.0%) | 106 (65.0%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 66 (52.8%) | 59 (47.2%) |
Personal Care & Service | 30 (25.2%) | 89 (74.8%) |
Total (Category) | 207 (42.1%) | 285 (57.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 2,202 (56.2%) | 1,715 (43.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Independence are Sales & Related (311 | 7.9%), and Office & Administration (301 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 139 (44.7%) | 172 (55.3%) |
Office & Administration | 106 (35.2%) | 195 (64.8%) |
Total (Category) | 245 (40.0%) | 367 (60.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 2,202 (56.2%) | 1,715 (43.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Independence are Construction & Extraction (151 | 3.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (81 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 232 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 2,202 (56.2%) | 1,715 (43.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Independence are Production (293 | 7.5%), Material Moving (136 | 3.5%), and Transportation (32 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 197 (67.2%) | 96 (32.8%) |
Transportation | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Material Moving | 136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 365 (79.2%) | 96 (20.8%) |
Total (Overall) | 2,202 (56.2%) | 1,715 (43.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
Employment Industries in Independence
The major employment industries in Independence include Health Care & Social Assistance (613 | 15.7%), Educational Services (454 | 11.6%), Finance & Insurance (374 | 9.6%), Professional & Scientific (358 | 9.1%), and Manufacturing (335 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Independence
The Independence industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Administrative & Support (94.0%), and Public Administration (91.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (84.0%), Educational Services (76.9%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (67.0%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 248 (79.7%) | 63 (20.3%) |
Manufacturing | 236 (70.5%) | 99 (29.5%) |
Wholesale Trade | 102 (50.5%) | 100 (49.5%) |
Retail Trade | 246 (74.6%) | 84 (25.5%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 45 (80.4%) | 11 (19.6%) |
Utilities | 30 (65.2%) | 16 (34.8%) |
Information | 8 (16.0%) | 42 (84.0%) |
Finance & Insurance | 242 (64.7%) | 132 (35.3%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 24 (50.0%) | 24 (50.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 216 (60.3%) | 142 (39.7%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 125 (94.0%) | 8 (6.0%) |
Educational Services | 105 (23.1%) | 349 (76.9%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 202 (33.0%) | 411 (67.0%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 22 (34.9%) | 41 (65.1%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 100 (44.4%) | 125 (55.6%) |
Public Administration | 91 (91.0%) | 9 (9.0%) |
Total | 2,202 (56.2%) | 1,715 (43.8%) |
Education in Independence
School Enrollment in Independence
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,674 students in Independence are high school (473 | 28.3%), elementary school (366 | 21.9%), and middle school (286 | 17.1%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 217 | 13.0% |
Kindergarten | 102 | 6.1% |
Elementary School | 366 | 21.9% |
Middle School | 286 | 17.1% |
High School | 473 | 28.3% |
College / Undergraduate | 174 | 10.4% |
Graduate / Professional | 56 | 3.4% |
Total | 1,674 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Independence
Out of a total of 1,674 students who are enrolled in schools in Independence, 285 (17.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,389 (83.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 61 (48.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 447 (94.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 151 (89.9%) | 17 (10.1%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 447 (94.5%) | 26 (5.5%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 343 (90.3%) | 37 (9.7%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 269 (80.3%) | 66 (19.7%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 74 (53.6%) | 64 (46.4%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 64 (51.2%) | 61 (48.8%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 42 (76.4%) | 13 (23.6%) |
Total | 1,389 (83.0%) | 285 (17.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Independence
Business (754 | 27.5%), education (477 | 17.4%), science & technology (321 | 11.7%), engineering (272 | 9.9%), and psychology (178 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,741 individuals in Independence who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 112 | 4.1% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 77 | 2.8% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 28 | 1.0% |
Psychology | 178 | 6.5% |
Social Sciences | 40 | 1.5% |
Engineering | 272 | 9.9% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 20 | 0.7% |
Science & Technology | 321 | 11.7% |
Business | 754 | 27.5% |
Education | 477 | 17.4% |
Literature & Languages | 114 | 4.2% |
Liberal Arts & History | 90 | 3.3% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 13 | 0.5% |
Communications | 152 | 5.6% |
Arts & Humanities | 93 | 3.4% |
Total | 2,741 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Independence
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Independence
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Independence are males with 3 vehicles (861, accounting for 39.1%) and females with 3 vehicles (477, making up 50.7%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 6 (0.3%) | 35 (2.1%) |
1 Vehicle | 218 (9.9%) | 112 (6.6%) |
2 Vehicles | 831 (37.7%) | 788 (46.4%) |
3 Vehicles | 861 (39.1%) | 477 (28.1%) |
4 Vehicles | 181 (8.2%) | 182 (10.7%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 105 (4.8%) | 105 (6.2%) |
Total | 2,202 (100.0%) | 1,699 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Independence
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Independence are 15 to 19 minutes (560 commuters, 16.9%), 25 to 29 minutes (522 commuters, 15.7%), and 20 to 24 minutes (462 commuters, 13.9%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 89 | 2.7% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 265 | 8.0% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 403 | 12.1% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 560 | 16.9% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 462 | 13.9% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 522 | 15.7% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 404 | 12.2% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 66 | 2.0% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 217 | 6.5% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 244 | 7.3% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 49 | 1.5% |
90 or more Minutes | 39 | 1.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Independence
The most common commute times in Independence are 15 to 19 minutes (329 commuters, 17.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (231 commuters, 16.7%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 16 (0.8%) | 73 (5.3%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 110 (5.7%) | 155 (11.2%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 254 (13.1%) | 149 (10.7%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 329 (17.0%) | 231 (16.7%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 329 (17.0%) | 133 (9.6%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 295 (15.2%) | 227 (16.4%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 282 (14.6%) | 122 (8.8%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 32 (1.7%) | 34 (2.5%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 98 (5.1%) | 119 (8.6%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 135 (7.0%) | 109 (7.9%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 15 (0.8%) | 34 (2.5%) |
90 or more Minutes | 39 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Independence
The most frequent times of departure to work in Independence are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (365, 18.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (246, 17.7%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 148 (7.6%) | 5 (0.4%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 29 (1.5%) | 37 (2.7%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 64 (3.3%) | 26 (1.9%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 78 (4.0%) | 166 (12.0%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 333 (17.2%) | 114 (8.2%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 342 (17.7%) | 246 (17.7%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 163 (8.4%) | 130 (9.4%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 365 (18.9%) | 158 (11.4%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 9 (0.5%) | 71 (5.1%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 179 (9.3%) | 107 (7.7%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 57 (2.9%) | 120 (8.7%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (1.1%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 119 (6.1%) | 63 (4.5%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 48 (2.5%) | 127 (9.2%) |
Total | 1,934 (100.0%) | 1,386 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy by Ownership in Independence
Of the total 3,012 dwellings in Independence, owner-occupied units account for 2,846 (94.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 166 (5.5%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,846 | 94.5% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 166 | 5.5% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,012 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Independence
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 696 | 23.1% |
2-Person Household | 1,179 | 39.1% |
3-Person Household | 506 | 16.8% |
4+ Person Household | 631 | 20.9% |
Total Housing Units | 3,012 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Independence
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 606 (87.1%) | 90 (12.9%) |
2-Person Household | 1,138 (96.5%) | 41 (3.5%) |
3-Person Household | 482 (95.3%) | 24 (4.7%) |
4+ Person Household | 620 (98.3%) | 11 (1.7%) |
Total Housing Units | 2,846 (94.5%) | 166 (5.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Independence
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 730 (98.7%) | 10 (1.3%) |
College/Associate Degree | 805 (97.3%) | 22 (2.7%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,273 (90.5%) | 134 (9.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Independence
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 161 | 5.3% |
35 to 44 Years | 445 | 14.8% |
45 to 54 Years | 423 | 14.0% |
55 to 64 Years | 909 | 30.2% |
65 to 74 Years | 727 | 24.1% |
75 to 84 Years | 152 | 5.1% |
85 Years and Over | 195 | 6.5% |
Total | 3,012 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Independence
Median Income by Occupancy in Independence
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 2,846 (94.5%) | $110,565 |
Renter-Occupied | 166 (5.5%) | $99,432 |
Average | 3,012 (100.0%) | $109,691 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Independence
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 20 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 46 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 109 (3.8%) | 6 (3.6%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 70 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 89 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 141 (5.0%) | 50 (30.1%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 385 (13.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 451 (15.9%) | 32 (19.3%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 617 (21.7%) | 37 (22.3%) |
$150,000 or more | 918 (32.3%) | 41 (24.7%) |
Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Independence
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 53 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$300 to $499 | 93 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500 to $799 | 777 (27.3%) | 22 (13.3%) |
$800 to $999 | 221 (7.8%) | 34 (20.5%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 446 (15.7%) | 19 (11.5%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 447 (15.7%) | 79 (47.6%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 386 (13.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 149 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 274 (9.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Independence
Housing Structures in Independence
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 2,944 | 97.7% |
Single Unit, Attached | 46 | 1.5% |
2 Unit Apartments | 22 | 0.7% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 3,012 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Independence
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 2,834 (96.3%) | 110 (3.7%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 12 (26.1%) | 34 (73.9%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,846 (94.5%) | 166 (5.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Independence
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 396 (13.9%) | 53 (31.9%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 1,067 (37.5%) | 80 (48.2%) |
8 or more Rooms | 1,377 (48.4%) | 33 (19.9%) |
Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Independence
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 2,714 (95.4%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 14 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Electricity | 105 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 8 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 5 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Independence
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 38 (1.3%) | 6 (3.6%) |
1 Vehicle | 565 (19.9%) | 84 (50.6%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,315 (46.2%) | 62 (37.3%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 928 (32.6%) | 14 (8.4%) |
Total | 2,846 (100.0%) | 166 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Independence
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Independence
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 1,304 | 1,542 |
Median Property Value | $248,000 | $329,100 |
Median Household Income | $87,857 | $674 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $732 | $274 |
Real Estate Taxes | $4,183 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 5 (0.4%) | 40 (2.6%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 16 (1.2%) | 31 (2.0%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 881 (67.6%) | 594 (38.5%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 236 (18.1%) | 502 (32.6%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 132 (10.1%) | 288 (18.7%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 34 (2.6%) | 7 (0.4%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (5.2%) |
Total | 1,304 (100.0%) | 1,542 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Independence
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 20 (1.5%) | 179 (11.6%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 166 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 64 (4.9%) | 59 (3.8%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 62 (4.8%) | 25 (1.6%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 172 (13.2%) | 79 (5.1%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 290 (22.2%) | 213 (13.8%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 286 (21.9%) | 161 (10.4%) |
$150,000 or more | 244 (18.7%) | 331 (21.5%) |
Total | 1,304 (100.0%) | 1,542 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Independence
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 400 (30.7%) | 131,786 (8,546.4%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 207 (15.9%) | 465 (30.2%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 149 (11.4%) | 533 (34.6%) |
4.0x or more | 528 (40.5%) | 184 (11.9%) |
Total | 1,304 (100.0%) | 1,542 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Independence
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 45 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.6%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 1,248 (95.7%) | 72 (4.7%) |
Total | 1,304 (100.0%) | 1,542 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Independence
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 226 (69.1%) | 101 (30.9%) |
6 to 18 Years | 1,128 (93.8%) | 75 (6.2%) |
19 to 25 Years | 443 (93.5%) | 31 (6.5%) |
26 to 34 Years | 584 (99.0%) | 6 (1.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 798 (90.8%) | 81 (9.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 873 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,458 (99.3%) | 10 (0.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,196 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 522 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 7,228 (96.0%) | 304 (4.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Independence
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 226 (69.1%) | 101 (30.9%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,128 (93.8%) | 75 (6.2%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 443 (93.5%) | 31 (6.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Independence
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 289 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 818 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,115 (97.7%) | 26 (2.3%) |
$100,000 and over | 4,589 (94.3%) | 278 (5.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 83 (25.4%) | 216 (66.1%) |
6 to 18 Years | 71 (5.9%) | 1,065 (88.5%) |
19 to 25 Years | 18 (3.8%) | 425 (89.7%) |
25 to 34 Years | 48 (8.1%) | 552 (93.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 117 (13.3%) | 694 (78.9%) |
45 to 54 Years | 7 (0.8%) | 866 (99.2%) |
55 to 64 Years | 79 (5.4%) | 1,379 (93.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,133 (94.7%) | 877 (73.3%) |
75 Years and over | 522 (100.0%) | 240 (46.0%) |
Total | 2,078 (27.6%) | 6,314 (83.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Independence
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 16 (2.8%) | 1 (0.2%) |
18 to 34 Years | 30 (5.1%) | 72 (13.3%) |
35 to 64 Years | 36 (2.3%) | 165 (10.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 170 (30.8%) | 66 (10.2%) |
75 Years and over | 117 (51.5%) | 160 (54.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Independence
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 9 (0.6%) | 123 (7.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 109 (19.8%) | 13 (2.0%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (18.5%) | 62 (21.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.2%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (6.1%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (0.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 72 (13.0%) | 26 (4.0%) |
75 Years and over | 14 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 30 (5.1%) | 55 (10.2%) |
35 to 64 Years | 9 (0.6%) | 8 (0.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (3.3%) |
75 Years and over | 20 (8.8%) | 18 (6.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 16 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 27 (1.7%) | 20 (1.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 61 (11.1%) | 33 (5.1%) |
75 Years and over | 43 (18.9%) | 78 (26.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 27 (1.7%) | 5 (0.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (1.7%) |
75 Years and over | 34 (15.0%) | 43 (14.6%) |
Technology Access in Independence
Computing Device Access in Independence
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 2,569 | 85.3% |
Smartphone | 2,652 | 88.0% |
Tablet | 2,141 | 71.1% |
No Computing Device | 167 | 5.5% |
Total | 3,012 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Independence
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 12 | 0.4% |
Broadband Home | 2,455 | 81.5% |
Cellular Data Only | 322 | 10.7% |
Satellite Internet | 124 | 4.1% |
No Internet | 159 | 5.3% |
Total | 3,012 | 100.0% |
Independence Summary
Independence is a city located in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States. It is a suburb of Cleveland and is located on the southern edge of the county. The population was 7,133 at the 2010 census.
History
Independence was first settled in 1819 by a group of settlers from Connecticut. The town was originally known as Rockside, but was later renamed Independence in 1825. The town was incorporated in 1827 and was the first town in Cuyahoga County to be incorporated.
In the early days, Independence was a farming community and was known for its apple orchards. The town was also home to a number of mills, including a grist mill, a saw mill, and a woolen mill.
In the late 19th century, Independence began to grow as a suburb of Cleveland. The town was connected to Cleveland by the Cleveland and Mahoning Valley Railroad in 1871. The railroad allowed for the easy transportation of goods and people between the two cities.
In the early 20th century, Independence continued to grow as a suburb of Cleveland. The town was home to a number of factories, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a rubber factory.
Geography
Independence is located at 41°22′17″N 81°35′45″W (41.371445, -81.595890). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.90 square miles (12.69 km2), of which 4.88 square miles (12.63 km2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.06 km2) is water.
Economy
Independence is home to a number of businesses and industries. The city is home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a rubber factory. The city is also home to a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 7,133 people, 2,845 households, and 1,945 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,459.2 people per square mile (564.2/km2). There were 3,093 housing units at an average density of 631.2 per square mile (243.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 2,845 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 28.2% 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 2.50 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $54,938. Males had a median income of $41,938 versus $30,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,938. About 4.2% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Independence?
Total Population of Independence is 7,539.
What is the Total Male Population of Independence?
Total Male Population of Independence is 3,610.
What is the Total Female Population of Independence?
Total Female Population of Independence is 3,929.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Independence?
There are 91.88 Males per 100 Females in Independence.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Independence?
There are 108.84 Females per 100 Males in Independence.
What is the Median Population Age in Independence?
Median Population Age in Independence is 48.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Independence
Average Family Size in Independence is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Independence
Average Household Size in Independence is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Independence?
Per Capita income in Independence is $54,168.
What is the Median Family Income in Independence?
Median Family Income in Independence is $129,012.
What is the Median Household income in Independence?
Median Household Income in Independence is $109,691.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Independence?
Income or Wage Gap in Independence is 31.3%.
Women in Independence earn 68.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Independence?
Inequality or Gini Index in Independence is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Independence?
There are 3,972 People in the Labor Forcein in Independence.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Independence?
62.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Independence.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Independence?
Unemployment Rate in Independence is 1.3%.