Dewey County, OK
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4,504
TOTAL POPULATION
2,249
MALE POPULATION
2,255
FEMALE POPULATION
99.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,951
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,445
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,310
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,215
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,961
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Dewey County Area Codes
Race in Dewey County
The most populous races in Dewey County are White / Caucasian (3,743 | 83.1%), Two or more Races (489 | 10.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (351 | 7.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 3 | 0.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 351 | 7.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 238 | 5.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,743 | 83.1% |
| Two or more Races | 489 | 10.9% |
| Some other Race | 27 | 0.6% |
| Total | 4,504 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Dewey County
The most populous ancestries reported in Dewey County are German (1,032 | 22.9%), Irish (525 | 11.7%), English (467 | 10.4%), American (429 | 9.5%), and Mexican (251 | 5.6%), together accounting for 60.0% of all Dewey County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 429 | 9.5% |
| Apache | 3 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 4 | 0.1% |
| Arapaho | 3 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 6 | 0.1% |
| British | 7 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 4 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 83 | 1.8% |
| Cheyenne | 25 | 0.6% |
| Chickasaw | 5 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 65 | 1.4% |
| Creek | 8 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 56 | 1.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 28 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 54 | 1.2% |
| Eastern European | 3 | 0.1% |
| English | 467 | 10.4% |
| European | 152 | 3.4% |
| French | 67 | 1.5% |
| French Canadian | 10 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,032 | 22.9% |
| Irish | 525 | 11.7% |
| Italian | 88 | 1.9% |
| Lebanese | 4 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 251 | 5.6% |
| Navajo | 9 | 0.2% |
| New Zealander | 27 | 0.6% |
| Nigerian | 13 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 18 | 0.4% |
| Pennsylvania German | 10 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 12 | 0.3% |
| Potawatomi | 9 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 6 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 35 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 134 | 3.0% |
| Seminole | 7 | 0.2% |
| Sioux | 13 | 0.3% |
| South American | 4 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 71 | 1.6% |
| Spanish | 19 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 13 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 22 | 0.5% |
| Venezuelan | 4 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 14 | 0.3% | View All 46 Rows |
Immigrants in Dewey County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dewey County came from Latin America (81 | 1.8%), Central America (79 | 1.8%), Mexico (79 | 1.8%), Europe (5 | 0.1%), and Asia (4 | 0.1%), together accounting for 5.5% of all Dewey County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 79 | 1.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 4 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 3 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 5 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 4 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 81 | 1.8% |
| Mexico | 79 | 1.8% |
| Serbia | 3 | 0.1% |
| South America | 2 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 2 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 2 | 0.0% | View All 13 Rows |
Sex and Age in Dewey County
Sex and Age in Dewey County
The most populous age groups in Dewey County are 10 to 14 Years (213 | 9.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (248 | 11.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 167 (7.4%) | 108 (4.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 162 (7.2%) | 135 (6.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 213 (9.5%) | 248 (11.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 187 (8.3%) | 189 (8.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 123 (5.5%) | 107 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 129 (5.7%) | 116 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 109 (4.9%) | 104 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 138 (6.1%) | 123 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 117 (5.2%) | 125 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 93 (4.1%) | 119 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 129 (5.7%) | 141 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 139 (6.2%) | 87 (3.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 152 (6.8%) | 204 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 111 (4.9%) | 88 (3.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 126 (5.6%) | 127 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 81 (3.6%) | 103 (4.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 51 (2.3%) | 69 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 22 (1.0%) | 62 (2.8%) |
| Total | 2,249 (100.0%) | 2,255 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Dewey County
Median Family Size in Dewey County
The median family size in Dewey County is 3.57 persons per family, with married-couple families (840 | 81.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.6 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (27 | 2.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 840 (81.5%) | 3.60 |
| Single Male/Father | 27 (2.6%) | 2.85 |
| Single Female/Mother | 164 (15.9%) | 3.53 |
| Total Families | 1,031 (100.0%) | 3.57 |
Median Household Size in Dewey County
The median household size in Dewey County is 2.80 persons per household, with single female/mother households (164 | 10.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.87 persons per household. non-family households (543 | 34.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 840 (53.4%) | 3.66 |
| Single Male/Father | 27 (1.7%) | 2.93 |
| Single Female/Mother | 164 (10.4%) | 3.87 |
| Non-family | 543 (34.5%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 1,574 (100.0%) | 2.80 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dewey County
Out of a total of 1,574 households in Dewey County, 1,031 (65.5%) are family households, while 543 (34.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 529, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 485.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 485 (30.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 529 (33.6%) | 50 (3.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 144 (9.1%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 239 (15.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 87 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 5 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 27 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,031 (65.5%) | 543 (34.5%) |
Female Fertility in Dewey County
Fertility by Age in Dewey County
Average fertility rate in Dewey County is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 67.6% 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 | 23 (67.6%) | 70.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 11 (32.4%) | 29.0 |
| Total | 34 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dewey County
85.3% of women with births (34) in Dewey County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 17.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 9.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 19 (82.6%) | 4 (17.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 10 (90.9%) | 1 (9.1%) |
| Total | 29 (85.3%) | 5 (14.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Dewey County
Average fertility rate in Dewey County is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 114.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 38.2% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 3 (8.8%) | 14.0 |
| High School Diploma | 12 (35.3%) | 43.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 5 (14.7%) | 19.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13 (38.2%) | 114.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 1 (2.9%) | 50.0 |
| Total | 34 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dewey County
14.7% of women with births in Dewey County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 2 (66.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 9 (75.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total | 29 (85.3%) | 5 (14.7%) |
Income in Dewey County
Income Overview in Dewey County
Per Capita Income in Dewey County is $31,951, while median incomes of families and households are $71,445 and $61,310 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,504 | $31,951 |
| Median Family Income | 1,031 | $71,445 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,031 | $101,849 |
| Median Household Income | 1,574 | $61,310 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,574 | $86,008 |
| Income Deficit | 1,031 | $14,215 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,504 | 38.24% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,504 | 61.76¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,504 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Dewey County
Average Earnings in Dewey County are $36,334, $47,798 for men and $29,518 for women, a difference of 38.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,241 (60.4%) | $47,798 |
| Female | 814 (39.6%) | $29,518 |
| Total | 2,055 (100.0%) | $36,334 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dewey County
The most common earnings brackets in Dewey County are $100,000+ for men (199 | 16.0%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (143 | 17.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 77 (6.2%) | 39 (4.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 46 (3.7%) | 58 (7.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 49 (4.0%) | 25 (3.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 25 (2.0%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 27 (2.2%) | 43 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 22 (1.8%) | 20 (2.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 11 (0.9%) | 35 (4.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 24 (1.9%) | 35 (4.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 17 (1.4%) | 21 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 42 (3.4%) | 46 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 60 (4.8%) | 86 (10.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 102 (8.2%) | 60 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 29 (2.3%) | 143 (17.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 53 (4.3%) | 63 (7.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 55 (4.4%) | 23 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 25 (2.0%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 86 (6.9%) | 22 (2.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 124 (10.0%) | 27 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 168 (13.5%) | 37 (4.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 199 (16.0%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,241 (100.0%) | 814 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dewey County
Average earnings in Dewey County are $60,987 for men and $30,250 for women, a difference of 50.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,778. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,583, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,071.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,778 | $21,071 |
| High School Diploma | $58,421 | $25,700 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $70,521 | $29,896 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $83,500 | $41,583 |
| Graduate Degree | $67,986 | $35,417 |
| Total | $60,987 | $30,250 |
Family Income in Dewey County
Family Income Brackets in Dewey County
According to the Dewey County family income data, there are 206 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 9 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 28 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 9 | 0.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 49 | 4.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 46 | 4.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 201 | 19.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 206 | 20.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 144 | 14.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 190 | 18.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 72 | 7.0% |
| $200,000+ | 85 | 8.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dewey County
5-person families (76 | 7.4%) account for the highest median family income in Dewey County with $121,667 per family, while 2-person families (548 | 53.1%) have the highest median income of $34,776 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 548 (53.1%) | $69,551 |
| 3-Person Families | 170 (16.5%) | $62,016 |
| 4-Person Families | 205 (19.9%) | $88,250 |
| 5-Person Families | 76 (7.4%) | $121,667 |
| 6-Person Families | 11 (1.1%) | $71,458 |
| 7+ Person Families | 21 (2.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,031 (100.0%) | $71,445 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dewey County
The median family income in Dewey County is $71,445, with families comprising 3+ earners (71) having the highest median family income of $123,250, while families with no earners (198) have the lowest median family income of $42,328, accounting for 6.9% and 19.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 198 (19.2%) | $42,328 |
| 1 Earner | 350 (34.0%) | $58,750 |
| 2 Earners | 412 (40.0%) | $89,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 71 (6.9%) | $123,250 |
| Total | 1,031 (100.0%) | $71,445 |
Household Income in Dewey County
Household Income Brackets in Dewey County
With 277 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dewey County, accounting for 17.6% of all households. In contrast, only 55 households (3.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 77 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 55 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 124 | 7.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 153 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 269 | 17.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 277 | 17.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 164 | 10.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 271 | 17.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 82 | 5.2% |
| $200,000+ | 102 | 6.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Dewey County
The median household income in Dewey County is $61,310, with the highest median household income of $76,964 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 447 households (28.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,500, with 48 households (3.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 48 (3.0%) | $35,500 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 447 (28.4%) | $76,964 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 585 (37.2%) | $69,913 |
| 65+ Years | 494 (31.4%) | $44,375 |
| Total | 1,574 (100.0%) | $61,310 |
Poverty in Dewey County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dewey County
With 15.5% poverty level for males and 12.9% for females among the residents of Dewey County, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 59 males (35.3%) and 25 females (54.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 59 (35.3%) | 26 (24.1%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (33.3%) | 4 (11.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 55 (24.1%) | 27 (13.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 25 (23.8%) | 23 (16.2%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (54.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 20 (30.8%) | 5 (6.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 47 (21.5%) | 35 (20.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 54 (23.1%) | 39 (17.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 29 (11.5%) | 24 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5 (2.2%) | 28 (10.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 10 (3.5%) | 13 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (6.3%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (8.3%) | 29 (15.6%) |
| Total | 344 (15.5%) | 284 (12.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dewey County
According to the poverty statistics in Dewey County, males aged 15 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 97.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 108 (64.7%) | 82 (75.9%) |
| 5 Years | 28 (66.7%) | 31 (88.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 173 (75.9%) | 179 (86.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 80 (76.2%) | 119 (83.8%) |
| 15 Years | 26 (100.0%) | 21 (45.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 45 (69.2%) | 76 (93.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 172 (78.5%) | 134 (79.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 180 (76.9%) | 181 (82.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 223 (88.5%) | 215 (90.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 217 (97.8%) | 228 (89.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 277 (96.5%) | 278 (95.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 222 (93.7%) | 209 (97.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 122 (91.7%) | 157 (84.4%) |
| Total | 1,873 (84.5%) | 1,910 (87.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dewey County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dewey County show that 3.6% or 30 of the total 840 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 47.1%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.9%, which includes 10 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 511 (98.1%) | 10 (1.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 238 (96.4%) | 9 (3.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 52 (94.6%) | 3 (5.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (52.9%) | 8 (47.1%) |
| Total | 810 (96.4%) | 30 (3.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dewey County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (14.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (32.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (31.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dewey County
The poverty data for Dewey County shows that 30 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 51 of the single-parent households (26.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (47.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 10 (1.9%) | 5 (8.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 9 (3.6%) | 39 (30.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (5.4%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (47.1%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 30 (3.6%) | 51 (26.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Dewey County
Employment by Class of Employer in Dewey County
Among the 1,836 employed individuals in Dewey County, private company employees (1,094 | 59.6%), local government employees (163 | 8.9%), and self-employed (incorporated) (158 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,094 | 59.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 158 | 8.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 153 | 8.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 51 | 2.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 163 | 8.9% |
| State Government Employees | 102 | 5.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 81 | 4.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 34 | 1.8% |
| Total | 1,836 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Dewey County
According to the labor force statistics for Dewey County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,399), 57.7% or 1,961 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 102 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 87.1% or 438 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.3% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 103 (33.9%) | 5 (4.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 197 (85.7%) | 44 (22.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 165 (67.3%) | 19 (11.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 169 (79.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 438 (87.1%) | 3 (0.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 356 (73.9%) | 24 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 172 (76.1%) | 6 (3.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 206 (57.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 121 (26.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (9.0%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| Total | 1,961 (57.7%) | 102 (5.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dewey County
According to labor force statistics for Dewey County, 74.4% of individuals (1,507) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,025) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 53 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 80.4% or 332 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.3% or 30 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 69 (56.1%) | 2 (1.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 626 (71.3%) | 25 (2.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 479 (78.4%) | 38 (6.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 332 (80.4%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,507 (74.4%) | 71 (3.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Dewey County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dewey County are Management (249 | 13.4%), Community & Social Service (137 | 7.4%), Education Instruction & Library (84 | 4.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (56 | 3.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (41 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dewey County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (95.8%), and Business & Financial (87.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (86.9%), Health Technologists (84.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 185 (74.3%) | 64 (25.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 21 (87.5%) | 3 (12.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 24 (58.5%) | 17 (41.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 15 (46.9%) | 17 (53.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 51 (37.2%) | 86 (62.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 23 (95.8%) | 1 (4.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 12 (85.7%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 11 (13.1%) | 73 (86.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 5 (33.3%) | 10 (66.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 9 (16.1%) | 47 (83.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 6 (15.8%) | 32 (84.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 290 (57.2%) | 217 (42.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,109 (59.6%) | 751 (40.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Dewey County are Food Preparation & Serving (97 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (94 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (39 | 2.1%), Security & Protection (35 | 1.9%), and Law Enforcement (29 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Dewey County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (77.1%), and Law Enforcement (72.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (85.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 27 (77.1%) | 8 (22.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 21 (72.4%) | 8 (27.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 49 (50.5%) | 48 (49.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 14 (14.9%) | 80 (85.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 90 (31.6%) | 195 (68.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,109 (59.6%) | 751 (40.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dewey County are Office & Administration (241 | 13.0%), and Sales & Related (199 | 10.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 106 (53.3%) | 93 (46.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 33 (13.7%) | 208 (86.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 139 (31.6%) | 301 (68.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,109 (59.6%) | 751 (40.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dewey County are Construction & Extraction (169 | 9.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (92 | 5.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 20 (87.0%) | 3 (13.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 164 (97.0%) | 5 (3.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 87 (94.6%) | 5 (5.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 271 (95.4%) | 13 (4.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,109 (59.6%) | 751 (40.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dewey County are Production (187 | 10.1%), Transportation (101 | 5.4%), and Material Moving (56 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 186 (99.5%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| Transportation | 91 (90.1%) | 10 (9.9%) |
| Material Moving | 42 (75.0%) | 14 (25.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 319 (92.7%) | 25 (7.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,109 (59.6%) | 751 (40.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Dewey County
Employment Industries in Dewey County
The major employment industries in Dewey County include Retail Trade (249 | 13.4%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (198 | 10.6%), Public Administration (144 | 7.7%), Manufacturing (122 | 6.6%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (121 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dewey County
The Dewey County industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (94.3%), Construction (92.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (91.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (94.5%), and Educational Services (72.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 110 (90.9%) | 11 (9.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 181 (91.4%) | 17 (8.6%) |
| Construction | 84 (92.3%) | 7 (7.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 115 (94.3%) | 7 (5.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 37 (66.1%) | 19 (33.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 109 (43.8%) | 140 (56.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 96 (91.4%) | 9 (8.6%) |
| Utilities | 47 (85.5%) | 8 (14.5%) |
| Information | 5 (35.7%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 33 (39.3%) | 51 (60.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 9 (69.2%) | 4 (30.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 28 (62.2%) | 17 (37.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| Educational Services | 31 (27.9%) | 80 (72.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 6 (5.5%) | 103 (94.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 11 (42.3%) | 15 (57.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 48 (55.8%) | 38 (44.2%) |
| Public Administration | 54 (37.5%) | 90 (62.5%) |
| Total | 1,109 (59.6%) | 751 (40.4%) |
Education in Dewey County
School Enrollment in Dewey County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,092 students in Dewey County are high school (333 | 30.5%), elementary school (292 | 26.7%), and middle school (288 | 26.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 43 | 3.9% |
| Kindergarten | 56 | 5.1% |
| Elementary School | 292 | 26.7% |
| Middle School | 288 | 26.4% |
| High School | 333 | 30.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 74 | 6.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 6 | 0.5% |
| Total | 1,092 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dewey County
Out of a total of 1,092 students who are enrolled in schools in Dewey County, 49 (4.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,043 (95.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (28.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 249 (93.6%) | 17 (6.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 393 (94.2%) | 24 (5.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 209 (97.2%) | 6 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 124 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (28.6%) |
| Total | 1,043 (95.5%) | 49 (4.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dewey County
Education (164 | 28.0%), business (123 | 21.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (94 | 16.0%), science & technology (39 | 6.7%), and visual & performing arts (30 | 5.1%) are the most common fields of study among 586 individuals in Dewey County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 6 | 1.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 94 | 16.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 24 | 4.1% |
| Psychology | 5 | 0.9% |
| Social Sciences | 5 | 0.9% |
| Engineering | 12 | 2.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 21 | 3.6% |
| Science & Technology | 39 | 6.7% |
| Business | 123 | 21.0% |
| Education | 164 | 28.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 18 | 3.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 10 | 1.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 30 | 5.1% |
| Communications | 11 | 1.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 24 | 4.1% |
| Total | 586 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Dewey County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dewey County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dewey County are males with 3 vehicles (392, accounting for 36.0%) and females with 3 vehicles (223, making up 52.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 9 (0.8%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 181 (16.6%) | 144 (19.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 354 (32.5%) | 236 (31.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 392 (36.0%) | 223 (29.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 104 (9.5%) | 95 (12.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 50 (4.6%) | 40 (5.4%) |
| Total | 1,090 (100.0%) | 746 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Dewey County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dewey County are less than 5 minutes (429 commuters, 24.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (247 commuters, 14.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (170 commuters, 9.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 429 | 24.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 247 | 14.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 170 | 9.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 150 | 8.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 168 | 9.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 71 | 4.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 160 | 9.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 54 | 3.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 40 | 2.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 130 | 7.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 77 | 4.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 51 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Dewey County
The most common commute times in Dewey County are less than 5 minutes (246 commuters, 22.9%) for males and less than 5 minutes (183 commuters, 27.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 246 (22.9%) | 183 (27.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 120 (11.2%) | 127 (18.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 125 (11.6%) | 45 (6.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 94 (8.7%) | 56 (8.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 79 (7.3%) | 89 (13.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 34 (3.2%) | 37 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 116 (10.8%) | 44 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 47 (4.4%) | 7 (1.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 11 (1.0%) | 29 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 98 (9.1%) | 32 (4.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 67 (6.2%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 38 (3.5%) | 13 (1.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dewey County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Dewey County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (192, 17.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (142, 21.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 83 (7.7%) | 39 (5.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 43 (4.0%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 27 (2.5%) | 20 (3.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 163 (15.2%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 114 (10.6%) | 35 (5.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 192 (17.9%) | 72 (10.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 149 (13.9%) | 142 (21.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 106 (9.9%) | 90 (13.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 34 (3.2%) | 57 (8.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 60 (5.6%) | 101 (15.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (6.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 1 (0.1%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 22 (2.1%) | 26 (3.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 81 (7.5%) | 17 (2.5%) |
| Total | 1,075 (100.0%) | 672 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Dewey County
Occupancy by Ownership in Dewey County
Of the total 1,574 dwellings in Dewey County, owner-occupied units account for 1,205 (76.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 369 (23.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,205 | 76.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 369 | 23.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,574 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Dewey County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 485 | 30.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 579 | 36.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 152 | 9.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 358 | 22.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,574 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dewey County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 340 (70.1%) | 145 (29.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 495 (85.5%) | 84 (14.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 104 (68.4%) | 48 (31.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 266 (74.3%) | 92 (25.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,205 (76.6%) | 369 (23.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dewey County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 64 (62.7%) | 38 (37.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 451 (77.4%) | 132 (22.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 407 (75.1%) | 135 (24.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 283 (81.6%) | 64 (18.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dewey County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 256 | 16.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 239 | 15.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 250 | 15.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 335 | 21.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 272 | 17.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 179 | 11.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 43 | 2.7% |
| Total | 1,574 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Dewey County
Median Income by Occupancy in Dewey County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,205 (76.6%) | $69,629 |
| Renter-Occupied | 369 (23.4%) | $37,212 |
| Average | 1,574 (100.0%) | $61,310 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dewey County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 20 (1.7%) | 21 (5.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 27 (2.2%) | 9 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 33 (2.7%) | 22 (6.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 29 (2.4%) | 25 (6.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 60 (5.0%) | 11 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 90 (7.5%) | 62 (16.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 184 (15.3%) | 85 (23.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 215 (17.8%) | 62 (16.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 139 (11.5%) | 25 (6.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 239 (19.8%) | 32 (8.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 169 (14.0%) | 15 (4.1%) |
| Total | 1,205 (100.0%) | 369 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dewey County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 180 (14.9%) | 5 (1.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 302 (25.1%) | 24 (6.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 271 (22.5%) | 74 (20.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 124 (10.3%) | 93 (25.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 213 (17.7%) | 38 (10.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 78 (6.5%) | 9 (2.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 9 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 12 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 16 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,205 (100.0%) | 369 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Dewey County
Housing Structures in Dewey County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,215 | 77.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 4 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 16 | 1.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 14 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 325 | 20.6% |
| Total | 1,574 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dewey County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 937 (77.1%) | 278 (22.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 266 (81.9%) | 59 (18.1%) |
| Total | 1,205 (76.6%) | 369 (23.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dewey County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 3 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 22 (1.8%) | 43 (11.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 355 (29.5%) | 216 (58.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 578 (48.0%) | 94 (25.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 247 (20.5%) | 16 (4.3%) |
| Total | 1,205 (100.0%) | 369 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dewey County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 323 (26.8%) | 104 (28.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 276 (22.9%) | 63 (17.1%) |
| Electricity | 497 (41.2%) | 186 (50.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 104 (8.6%) | 14 (3.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 5 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,205 (100.0%) | 369 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Dewey County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 21 (1.7%) | 18 (4.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 275 (22.8%) | 153 (41.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 394 (32.7%) | 102 (27.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 515 (42.7%) | 96 (26.0%) |
| Total | 1,205 (100.0%) | 369 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Dewey County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dewey County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 731 | 474 |
| Median Property Value | $104,900 | $125,800 |
| Median Household Income | $52,458 | $88 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $428 | $16 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $551 | $15 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dewey County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 145 (19.8%) | 50 (10.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 213 (29.1%) | 129 (27.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 326 (44.6%) | 223 (47.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 35 (4.8%) | 27 (5.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 10 (1.4%) | 27 (5.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (3.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 2 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 731 (100.0%) | 474 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dewey County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 46 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 106 (14.5%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 71 (9.7%) | 16 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 113 (15.5%) | 19 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 128 (17.5%) | 71 (15.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 91 (12.4%) | 87 (18.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 95 (13.0%) | 48 (10.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 81 (11.1%) | 144 (30.4%) |
| Total | 731 (100.0%) | 474 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dewey County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 375 (51.3%) | 96,458 (20,349.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 82 (11.2%) | 332 (70.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 65 (8.9%) | 60 (12.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 195 (26.7%) | 18 (3.8%) |
| Total | 731 (100.0%) | 474 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dewey County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 445 (60.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 172 (23.5%) | 240 (50.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 77 (10.5%) | 113 (23.8%) |
| Total | 731 (100.0%) | 474 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Dewey County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dewey County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 317 (90.1%) | 35 (9.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 919 (90.8%) | 93 (9.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 193 (59.9%) | 129 (40.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 287 (70.5%) | 120 (29.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 371 (75.6%) | 120 (24.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 369 (77.2%) | 109 (22.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 503 (87.0%) | 75 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 452 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 319 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,730 (84.6%) | 681 (15.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dewey County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 317 (90.1%) | 35 (9.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 919 (90.8%) | 93 (9.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 193 (59.9%) | 129 (40.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dewey County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 442 (80.8%) | 105 (19.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 791 (82.7%) | 166 (17.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 502 (73.7%) | 179 (26.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 530 (88.6%) | 68 (11.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,465 (90.0%) | 163 (10.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dewey County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 144 (40.9%) | 176 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 322 (31.8%) | 636 (62.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 50 (15.5%) | 143 (44.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 52 (12.8%) | 235 (57.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 28 (5.7%) | 343 (69.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 64 (13.4%) | 307 (64.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 115 (19.9%) | 392 (67.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 417 (92.3%) | 238 (52.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 316 (99.1%) | 210 (65.8%) |
| Total | 1,508 (34.2%) | 2,680 (60.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dewey County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 82 (17.6%) | 42 (8.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 52 (11.5%) | 52 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 155 (20.4%) | 180 (22.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (26.6%) | 49 (22.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 61 (45.9%) | 91 (48.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dewey County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 14 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (4.2%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 88 (11.6%) | 45 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (16.5%) | 8 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 41 (30.8%) | 32 (17.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 21 (4.5%) | 17 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 25 (5.5%) | 11 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (5.5%) | 32 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (4.6%) | 14 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (4.5%) | 15 (8.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (13.3%) | 25 (4.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (2.6%) | 44 (11.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (2.1%) | 98 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (2.9%) | 10 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (7.5%) | 19 (10.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 11 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (2.6%) | 22 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 55 (7.2%) | 98 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 31 (13.1%) | 42 (19.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (24.8%) | 56 (30.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (4.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 30 (3.9%) | 53 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (4.6%) | 8 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (2.3%) | 7 (3.8%) |
Technology Access in Dewey County
Computing Device Access in Dewey County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,047 | 66.5% |
| Smartphone | 1,380 | 87.7% |
| Tablet | 763 | 48.5% |
| No Computing Device | 129 | 8.2% |
| Total | 1,574 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Dewey County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 816 | 51.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 308 | 19.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 241 | 15.3% |
| No Internet | 253 | 16.1% |
| Total | 1,574 | 100.0% |
Dewey County Summary
Dewey County is located in the northwestern part of Oklahoma and is part of the Oklahoma Panhandle. The county was created in 1907 and named after Admiral George Dewey, a hero of the Spanish-American War. The county seat is Taloga, and the largest city is Seiling. As of the 2010 census, the population was 4,810, making it the second-least populous county in Oklahoma.
Geography
Dewey County covers an area of 1,092 square miles and is bordered by Woodward County to the north, Major County to the east, Blaine County to the south, and Ellis County, Kansas to the west. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part. The Cimarron River runs through the county, and there are several small lakes and reservoirs. The county is mostly covered in grassland, with some patches of forest.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 4,810 people, 1,945 households, and 1,346 families living in the county. The population density was 4.4 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.2% White, 0.3% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
There were 1,945 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.7% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.97.
The median age in the county was 43.3 years. 24.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.3% were from 25 to 44; 28.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the county was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
Economy
The economy of Dewey County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are wheat, corn, and sorghum. Cattle ranching is also an important part of the economy. The county also has some oil and gas production, and there are several small businesses in the area.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Dewey County is a rural county located in the northwestern part of Oklahoma. The county has a population of 4,810 and is mostly covered in grassland, with some patches of forest. The economy is largely based on agriculture, with some oil and gas production and small businesses. The median income for a household in the county is $35,938, and the per capita income is $17,845.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Dewey County?
Total Population of Dewey County is 4,504.
What is the Total Male Population of Dewey County?
Total Male Population of Dewey County is 2,249.
What is the Total Female Population of Dewey County?
Total Female Population of Dewey County is 2,255.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dewey County?
There are 99.73 Males per 100 Females in Dewey County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dewey County?
There are 100.27 Females per 100 Males in Dewey County.
What is the Median Population Age in Dewey County?
Median Population Age in Dewey County is 38.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dewey County
Average Family Size in Dewey County is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dewey County
Average Household Size in Dewey County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dewey County?
Per Capita income in Dewey County is $31,951.
What is the Median Family Income in Dewey County?
Median Family Income in Dewey County is $71,445.
What is the Median Household income in Dewey County?
Median Household Income in Dewey County is $61,310.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dewey County?
Income or Wage Gap in Dewey County is 38.2%.
Women in Dewey County earn 61.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Dewey County?
Family Income Deficit in Dewey County is $14,215.
Families that are below poverty line in Dewey County earn $14,215 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dewey County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dewey County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dewey County?
There are 1,961 People in the Labor Forcein in Dewey County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dewey County?
57.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Dewey County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dewey County?
Unemployment Rate in Dewey County is 5.2%.