Hanson County, SD
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Hanson County Overview
3,443
TOTAL POPULATION
1,765
MALE POPULATION
1,678
FEMALE POPULATION
105.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,489
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,341
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$86,827
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,890
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
75.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Hanson County Area Codes
Race in Hanson County
The most populous races in Hanson County are White / Caucasian (3,215 | 93.4%), Two or more Races (228 | 6.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (1 | 0.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 | 0.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,215 | 93.4% |
| Two or more Races | 228 | 6.6% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,443 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Hanson County
The most populous ancestries reported in Hanson County are German (1,525 | 44.3%), American (303 | 8.8%), Irish (283 | 8.2%), English (238 | 6.9%), and Norwegian (193 | 5.6%), together accounting for 73.8% of all Hanson County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 303 | 8.8% |
| Austrian | 29 | 0.8% |
| British | 3 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 2 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 6 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 5 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 24 | 0.7% |
| Danish | 21 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 97 | 2.8% |
| Eastern European | 2 | 0.1% |
| English | 238 | 6.9% |
| European | 6 | 0.2% |
| Finnish | 5 | 0.2% |
| French | 48 | 1.4% |
| German | 1,525 | 44.3% |
| Icelander | 1 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 283 | 8.2% |
| Italian | 53 | 1.5% |
| Korean | 11 | 0.3% |
| Luxembourger | 22 | 0.6% |
| Northern European | 5 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 193 | 5.6% |
| Pennsylvania German | 9 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 26 | 0.8% |
| Russian | 33 | 1.0% |
| Scandinavian | 7 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 8 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 14 | 0.4% |
| Sioux | 41 | 1.2% |
| South African | 21 | 0.6% |
| Subsaharan African | 21 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 34 | 1.0% |
| Swiss | 13 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 32 | 0.9% | View All 35 Rows |
Immigrants in Hanson County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hanson County came from Africa (21 | 0.6%), South Africa (21 | 0.6%), Europe (8 | 0.2%), Belarus (6 | 0.2%), and Eastern Europe (6 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Hanson County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 21 | 0.6% |
| Belarus | 6 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 6 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 8 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 21 | 0.6% |
| Western Europe | 2 | 0.1% | View All 7 Rows |
Sex and Age in Hanson County
Sex and Age in Hanson County
The most populous age groups in Hanson County are 10 to 14 Years (203 | 11.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (180 | 10.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 114 (6.5%) | 151 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 92 (5.2%) | 117 (7.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 203 (11.5%) | 180 (10.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 159 (9.0%) | 156 (9.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 95 (5.4%) | 55 (3.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 80 (4.5%) | 78 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 64 (3.6%) | 74 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 122 (6.9%) | 127 (7.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 97 (5.5%) | 77 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 93 (5.3%) | 89 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 107 (6.1%) | 98 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 100 (5.7%) | 109 (6.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 151 (8.6%) | 114 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 148 (8.4%) | 147 (8.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 67 (3.8%) | 51 (3.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 28 (1.6%) | 19 (1.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 26 (1.5%) | 28 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 19 (1.1%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| Total | 1,765 (100.0%) | 1,678 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Hanson County
Median Family Size in Hanson County
The median family size in Hanson County is 3.74 persons per family, with single female/mother families (52 | 6.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 6.04 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (761 | 92.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.58 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 761 (92.2%) | 3.58 |
| Single Male/Father | 12 (1.5%) | 4.33 |
| Single Female/Mother | 52 (6.3%) | 6.04 |
| Total Families | 825 (100.0%) | 3.74 |
Median Household Size in Hanson County
The median household size in Hanson County is 3.09 persons per household, with single female/mother households (52 | 4.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 6.17 persons per household. non-family households (281 | 25.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 761 (68.8%) | 3.58 |
| Single Male/Father | 12 (1.1%) | 4.92 |
| Single Female/Mother | 52 (4.7%) | 6.17 |
| Non-family | 281 (25.4%) | 1.12 |
| Total Households | 1,106 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hanson County
Out of a total of 1,106 households in Hanson County, 825 (74.6%) are family households, while 281 (25.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 416, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 250.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 250 (22.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 416 (37.6%) | 26 (2.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 127 (11.5%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 158 (14.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 71 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 23 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 30 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 825 (74.6%) | 281 (25.4%) |
Female Fertility in Hanson County
Fertility by Age in Hanson County
Average fertility rate in Hanson County is 91.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 164.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 54.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 34 (54.8%) | 164.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 28 (45.2%) | 89.0 |
| Total | 62 (100.0%) | 91.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hanson County
67.7% of women with births (62) in Hanson County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 14 (41.2%) | 20 (58.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 42 (67.7%) | 20 (32.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Hanson County
Average fertility rate in Hanson County is 91.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 238.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 33.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (25.8%) | 94.0 |
| High School Diploma | 11 (17.7%) | 125.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 4 (6.5%) | 15.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21 (33.9%) | 202.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (16.1%) | 238.0 |
| Total | 62 (100.0%) | 91.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hanson County
32.3% of women with births in Hanson County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 87.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 2 (12.5%) | 14 (87.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 7 (63.6%) | 4 (36.4%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2 (50.0%) | 2 (50.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 42 (67.7%) | 20 (32.3%) |
Income in Hanson County
Income Overview in Hanson County
Per Capita Income in Hanson County is $33,489, while median incomes of families and households are $95,341 and $86,827 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 3,443 | $33,489 |
| Median Family Income | 825 | $95,341 |
| Mean Family Income | 825 | $104,154 |
| Median Household Income | 1,106 | $86,827 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,106 | $94,654 |
| Income Deficit | 825 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 3,443 | 26.83% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 3,443 | 73.17¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 3,443 | 0.35 |
Earnings by Sex in Hanson County
Average Earnings in Hanson County are $41,923, $47,340 for men and $34,637 for women, a difference of 26.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,137 (55.7%) | $47,340 |
| Female | 905 (44.3%) | $34,637 |
| Total | 2,042 (100.0%) | $41,923 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hanson County
The most common earnings brackets in Hanson County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (156 | 13.7%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (121 | 13.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 76 (6.7%) | 53 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 24 (2.1%) | 63 (7.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 40 (3.5%) | 46 (5.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 29 (2.5%) | 58 (6.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 18 (1.6%) | 30 (3.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 37 (3.3%) | 32 (3.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 33 (2.9%) | 19 (2.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 11 (1.0%) | 15 (1.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 9 (0.8%) | 12 (1.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 40 (3.5%) | 13 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 47 (4.1%) | 66 (7.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 40 (3.5%) | 50 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 30 (2.6%) | 40 (4.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 54 (4.8%) | 121 (13.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 103 (9.1%) | 83 (9.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 51 (4.5%) | 32 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 156 (13.7%) | 89 (9.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 99 (8.7%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 105 (9.2%) | 44 (4.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 135 (11.9%) | 31 (3.4%) |
| Total | 1,137 (100.0%) | 905 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hanson County
Average earnings in Hanson County are $55,643 for men and $40,506 for women, a difference of 27.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,630. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,929, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,250.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,630 | $16,250 |
| High School Diploma | $51,250 | $33,654 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $55,781 | $40,846 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,500 | $48,929 |
| Graduate Degree | $56,579 | $45,278 |
| Total | $55,643 | $40,506 |
Family Income in Hanson County
Family Income Brackets in Hanson County
According to the Hanson County family income data, there are 268 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 2 | 0.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10 | 1.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 26 | 3.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 90 | 10.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 150 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 164 | 19.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 268 | 32.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 53 | 6.4% |
| $200,000+ | 49 | 5.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hanson County
5-person families (63 | 7.6%) account for the highest median family income in Hanson County with $130,938 per family, while 2-person families (420 | 50.9%) have the highest median income of $43,356 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 420 (50.9%) | $86,711 |
| 3-Person Families | 124 (15.0%) | $95,333 |
| 4-Person Families | 165 (20.0%) | $107,969 |
| 5-Person Families | 63 (7.6%) | $130,938 |
| 6-Person Families | 23 (2.8%) | $110,313 |
| 7+ Person Families | 30 (3.6%) | $103,571 |
| Total | 825 (100.0%) | $95,341 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hanson County
The median family income in Hanson County is $95,341, with families comprising 3+ earners (108) having the highest median family income of $121,875, while families with no earners (77) have the lowest median family income of $55,972, accounting for 13.1% and 9.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 77 (9.3%) | $55,972 |
| 1 Earner | 201 (24.4%) | $57,788 |
| 2 Earners | 439 (53.2%) | $107,650 |
| 3+ Earners | 108 (13.1%) | $121,875 |
| Total | 825 (100.0%) | $95,341 |
Household Income in Hanson County
Household Income Brackets in Hanson County
With 307 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Hanson County, accounting for 27.8% of all households. In contrast, only 15 households (1.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 15 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 27 | 2.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 60 | 5.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 36 | 3.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 149 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 194 | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 191 | 17.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 307 | 27.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 74 | 6.7% |
| $200,000+ | 51 | 4.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Hanson County
The median household income in Hanson County is $86,827, with the highest median household income of $93,274 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 471 households (42.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $51,250, with 16 households (1.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 16 (1.5%) | $51,250 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 306 (27.7%) | $91,500 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 471 (42.6%) | $93,274 |
| 65+ Years | 313 (28.3%) | $67,125 |
| Total | 1,106 (100.0%) | $86,827 |
Poverty in Hanson County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hanson County
With 6.6% poverty level for males and 5.4% for females among the residents of Hanson County, 12 to 14 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 63 males (40.6%) and 47 females (38.8%) 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 | 1 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 63 (40.6%) | 47 (38.8%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 6 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 6 (4.2%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 26 (11.9%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1 (0.5%) | 14 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5 (2.0%) | 4 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.3%) | 12 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (4.1%) | 9 (16.4%) |
| Total | 116 (6.6%) | 91 (5.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hanson County
According to the poverty statistics in Hanson County, 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 | 114 (100.0%) | 151 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (100.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 125 (99.2%) | 153 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 92 (59.4%) | 74 (61.2%) |
| 15 Years | 56 (100.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 49 (100.0%) | 70 (98.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 143 (96.0%) | 117 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 138 (95.8%) | 151 (99.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 193 (88.1%) | 201 (98.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 199 (99.5%) | 173 (92.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 246 (98.0%) | 219 (98.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 210 (97.7%) | 186 (93.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (95.9%) | 46 (83.6%) |
| Total | 1,649 (93.4%) | 1,587 (94.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hanson County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hanson County show that 1.3% or 10 of the total 761 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.1%, comprising of 10 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 463 (97.9%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 751 (98.7%) | 10 (1.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hanson County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (37.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (26.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hanson County
The poverty data for Hanson County shows that 10 of the married-couple family households (1.3%) and 14 of the single-parent households (21.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (2.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (36.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 10 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (36.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (1.3%) | 14 (21.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Hanson County
Employment by Class of Employer in Hanson County
Among the 1,839 employed individuals in Hanson County, private company employees (1,062 | 57.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (222 | 12.1%), and local government employees (202 | 11.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,062 | 57.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 93 | 5.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 222 | 12.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 163 | 8.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 202 | 11.0% |
| State Government Employees | 52 | 2.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 40 | 2.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 5 | 0.3% |
| Total | 1,839 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Hanson County
According to the labor force statistics for Hanson County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,507), 75.4% or 1,890 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 38 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 98.7% or 156 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.4% or 7 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 109 (46.2%) | 4 (3.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 129 (86.0%) | 7 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 156 (98.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 131 (94.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 362 (85.6%) | 5 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 373 (96.4%) | 13 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 176 (84.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 215 (81.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 202 (48.9%) | 9 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,890 (75.4%) | 38 (2.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hanson County
According to labor force statistics for Hanson County, 89.4% of individuals (1,413) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,580) are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 18 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 94.1% or 634 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.1% or 13 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 32 (59.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 406 (83.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 634 (94.1%) | 14 (2.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 341 (93.4%) | 5 (1.5%) |
| Total | 1,413 (89.4%) | 21 (1.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Hanson County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hanson County are Management (305 | 16.6%), Community & Social Service (206 | 11.2%), Education Instruction & Library (144 | 7.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (106 | 5.8%), and Business & Financial (100 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hanson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (90.6%), Computers & Mathematics (90.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (83.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (80.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 254 (83.3%) | 51 (16.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 20 (20.0%) | 80 (80.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 86 (81.1%) | 20 (18.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 54 (90.0%) | 6 (10.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 30 (83.3%) | 6 (16.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 2 (20.0%) | 8 (80.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 75 (36.4%) | 131 (63.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 29 (90.6%) | 3 (9.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 17 (60.7%) | 11 (39.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 28 (19.4%) | 116 (80.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 1 (50.0%) | 1 (50.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 435 (53.9%) | 372 (46.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,025 (55.7%) | 815 (44.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Hanson County are Food Preparation & Serving (65 | 3.5%), Healthcare Support (36 | 2.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (33 | 1.8%), Personal Care & Service (19 | 1.0%), and Security & Protection (11 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Hanson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (78.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 19 (29.2%) | 46 (70.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 19 (57.6%) | 14 (42.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 4 (21.0%) | 15 (78.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 53 (32.3%) | 111 (67.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,025 (55.7%) | 815 (44.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hanson County are Office & Administration (248 | 13.5%), and Sales & Related (144 | 7.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 71 (49.3%) | 73 (50.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 41 (16.5%) | 207 (83.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 112 (28.6%) | 280 (71.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,025 (55.7%) | 815 (44.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hanson County are Construction & Extraction (164 | 8.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (40 | 2.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (20 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 164 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 37 (92.5%) | 3 (7.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 221 (98.7%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,025 (55.7%) | 815 (44.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hanson County are Production (121 | 6.6%), Transportation (99 | 5.4%), and Material Moving (33 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 100 (82.6%) | 21 (17.4%) |
| Transportation | 79 (79.8%) | 20 (20.2%) |
| Material Moving | 25 (75.8%) | 8 (24.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 204 (80.6%) | 49 (19.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,025 (55.7%) | 815 (44.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Hanson County
Employment Industries in Hanson County
The major employment industries in Hanson County include Construction (212 | 11.5%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (209 | 11.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (205 | 11.1%), Manufacturing (173 | 9.4%), and Educational Services (173 | 9.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hanson County
The Hanson County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (96.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (91.7%), Administrative & Support (82.8%), and Educational Services (75.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 187 (89.5%) | 22 (10.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 204 (96.2%) | 8 (3.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 138 (79.8%) | 35 (20.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 16 (44.4%) | 20 (55.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 83 (59.3%) | 57 (40.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 88 (74.6%) | 30 (25.4%) |
| Utilities | 4 (66.7%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| Information | 9 (25.7%) | 26 (74.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 34 (27.0%) | 92 (73.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (40.0%) | 6 (60.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 57 (47.9%) | 62 (52.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 5 (17.2%) | 24 (82.8%) |
| Educational Services | 42 (24.3%) | 131 (75.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 17 (8.3%) | 188 (91.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 37 (32.7%) | 76 (67.3%) |
| Public Administration | 21 (43.8%) | 27 (56.2%) |
| Total | 1,025 (55.7%) | 815 (44.3%) |
Education in Hanson County
School Enrollment in Hanson County
The most common levels of schooling among the 903 students in Hanson County are high school (249 | 27.6%), middle school (248 | 27.5%), and elementary school (205 | 22.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 32 | 3.5% |
| Kindergarten | 42 | 4.6% |
| Elementary School | 205 | 22.7% |
| Middle School | 248 | 27.5% |
| High School | 249 | 27.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 118 | 13.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 9 | 1.0% |
| Total | 903 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hanson County
Out of a total of 903 students who are enrolled in schools in Hanson County, 133 (14.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 770 (85.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 46 (92.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 16 (55.2%) | 13 (44.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 172 (87.3%) | 25 (12.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 289 (96.7%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 181 (96.3%) | 7 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 67 (68.4%) | 31 (31.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 24 (96.0%) | 1 (4.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 4 (8.0%) | 46 (92.0%) |
| Total | 770 (85.3%) | 133 (14.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hanson County
Education (124 | 24.8%), business (79 | 15.8%), science & technology (61 | 12.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (59 | 11.8%), and liberal arts & history (42 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 499 individuals in Hanson County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 14 | 2.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 59 | 11.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 2 | 0.4% |
| Psychology | 9 | 1.8% |
| Social Sciences | 40 | 8.0% |
| Engineering | 21 | 4.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 6 | 1.2% |
| Science & Technology | 61 | 12.2% |
| Business | 79 | 15.8% |
| Education | 124 | 24.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 5 | 1.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 42 | 8.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 3 | 0.6% |
| Communications | 1 | 0.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 33 | 6.6% |
| Total | 499 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Hanson County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hanson County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hanson County are males with 2 vehicles (273, accounting for 27.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (181, making up 33.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 8 (0.8%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 70 (7.0%) | 65 (8.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 273 (27.2%) | 181 (22.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 253 (25.2%) | 233 (28.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 170 (16.9%) | 195 (24.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 230 (22.9%) | 130 (16.1%) |
| Total | 1,004 (100.0%) | 808 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Hanson County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hanson County are 20 to 24 minutes (316 commuters, 18.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (273 commuters, 16.0%), and less than 5 minutes (200 commuters, 11.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 200 | 11.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 191 | 11.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 159 | 9.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 273 | 16.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 316 | 18.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 190 | 11.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 151 | 8.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 10 | 0.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 19 | 1.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 105 | 6.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 49 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 41 | 2.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Hanson County
The most common commute times in Hanson County are 15 to 19 minutes (192 commuters, 19.7%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (160 commuters, 21.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 149 (15.3%) | 51 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 102 (10.5%) | 89 (12.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 99 (10.2%) | 60 (8.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 192 (19.7%) | 81 (11.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 156 (16.0%) | 160 (21.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 94 (9.7%) | 96 (13.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 53 (5.4%) | 98 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 4 (0.4%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 19 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 40 (4.1%) | 65 (8.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 40 (4.1%) | 9 (1.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 26 (2.7%) | 15 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hanson County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Hanson County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (250, 25.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (209, 28.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 22 (2.3%) | 22 (3.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 25 (2.6%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 70 (7.2%) | 52 (7.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 120 (12.3%) | 32 (4.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 120 (12.3%) | 35 (4.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 250 (25.7%) | 152 (20.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 197 (20.2%) | 209 (28.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 77 (7.9%) | 64 (8.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 18 (1.8%) | 17 (2.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 5 (0.5%) | 13 (1.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 5 (0.5%) | 4 (0.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 4 (0.4%) | 24 (3.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 31 (3.2%) | 46 (6.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 30 (3.1%) | 52 (7.1%) |
| Total | 974 (100.0%) | 730 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Hanson County
Occupancy by Ownership in Hanson County
Of the total 1,106 dwellings in Hanson County, owner-occupied units account for 966 (87.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 140 (12.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 966 | 87.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 140 | 12.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,106 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Hanson County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 250 | 22.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 442 | 40.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 132 | 11.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 282 | 25.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,106 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hanson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 163 (65.2%) | 87 (34.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 437 (98.9%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 116 (87.9%) | 16 (12.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 250 (88.6%) | 32 (11.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 966 (87.3%) | 140 (12.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hanson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 43 (86.0%) | 7 (14.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 344 (90.0%) | 38 (10.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 348 (82.9%) | 72 (17.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 231 (90.9%) | 23 (9.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hanson County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 142 | 12.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 180 | 16.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 204 | 18.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 267 | 24.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 226 | 20.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 60 | 5.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 27 | 2.4% |
| Total | 1,106 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Hanson County
Median Income by Occupancy in Hanson County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 966 (87.3%) | $91,750 |
| Renter-Occupied | 140 (12.7%) | $56,250 |
| Average | 1,106 (100.0%) | $86,827 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hanson County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 3 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 7 (0.7%) | 6 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 21 (2.2%) | 6 (4.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 29 (3.0%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 27 (2.8%) | 3 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 34 (3.5%) | 3 (2.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 100 (10.3%) | 49 (35.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 163 (16.9%) | 31 (22.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 175 (18.1%) | 16 (11.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 282 (29.2%) | 25 (17.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 125 (12.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 966 (100.0%) | 140 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hanson County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 15 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 154 (15.9%) | 3 (2.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 290 (30.0%) | 62 (44.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 87 (9.0%) | 26 (18.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 219 (22.7%) | 37 (26.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 106 (11.0%) | 5 (3.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 40 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 23 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 32 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 966 (100.0%) | 140 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Hanson County
Housing Structures in Hanson County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,047 | 94.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 12 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 13 | 1.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 29 | 2.6% |
| Total | 1,106 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hanson County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 939 (89.7%) | 108 (10.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 2 (16.7%) | 10 (83.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 25 (86.2%) | 4 (13.8%) |
| Total | 966 (87.3%) | 140 (12.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hanson County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 3 (0.3%) | 11 (7.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 204 (21.1%) | 91 (65.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 329 (34.1%) | 21 (15.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 430 (44.5%) | 17 (12.1%) |
| Total | 966 (100.0%) | 140 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hanson County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 189 (19.6%) | 26 (18.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 414 (42.9%) | 49 (35.0%) |
| Electricity | 270 (28.0%) | 60 (42.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 69 (7.1%) | 2 (1.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 18 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 6 (0.6%) | 3 (2.1%) |
| Total | 966 (100.0%) | 140 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Hanson County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 6 (0.6%) | 9 (6.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 112 (11.6%) | 56 (40.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 273 (28.3%) | 49 (35.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 575 (59.5%) | 26 (18.6%) |
| Total | 966 (100.0%) | 140 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Hanson County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hanson County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 512 | 454 |
| Median Property Value | $151,200 | $192,900 |
| Median Household Income | $77,000 | $79 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $590 | $30 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,785 | $8 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hanson County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 27 (5.3%) | 29 (6.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 105 (20.5%) | 24 (5.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 304 (59.4%) | 319 (70.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 60 (11.7%) | 36 (7.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 6 (1.2%) | 14 (3.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 5 (1.0%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 5 (1.0%) | 26 (5.7%) |
| Total | 512 (100.0%) | 454 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hanson County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 9 (1.8%) | 20 (4.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 52 (10.2%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 16 (3.1%) | 25 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 64 (12.5%) | 18 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 111 (21.7%) | 36 (7.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 66 (12.9%) | 52 (11.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 148 (28.9%) | 109 (24.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 46 (9.0%) | 134 (29.5%) |
| Total | 512 (100.0%) | 454 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hanson County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 259 (50.6%) | 97,125 (21,393.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 95 (18.5%) | 262 (57.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 40 (7.8%) | 76 (16.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 115 (22.5%) | 30 (6.6%) |
| Total | 512 (100.0%) | 454 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hanson County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 32 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 161 (31.5%) | 31 (6.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 307 (60.0%) | 98 (21.6%) |
| Total | 512 (100.0%) | 454 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Hanson County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hanson County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 263 (87.1%) | 39 (12.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 810 (96.3%) | 31 (3.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 191 (97.0%) | 6 (3.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 254 (93.7%) | 17 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 403 (96.4%) | 15 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 381 (98.5%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 454 (95.8%) | 20 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 413 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 125 (97.7%) | 3 (2.3%) |
| Total | 3,294 (96.0%) | 137 (4.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hanson County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 263 (87.1%) | 39 (12.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 810 (96.3%) | 31 (3.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 191 (97.0%) | 6 (3.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hanson County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 247 (98.4%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 315 (91.8%) | 28 (8.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 542 (89.0%) | 67 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 554 (99.5%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,609 (97.9%) | 35 (2.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hanson County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 67 (22.2%) | 218 (72.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 183 (21.8%) | 665 (79.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 7 (3.5%) | 191 (97.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 15 (5.5%) | 251 (92.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 28 (6.7%) | 387 (92.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 40 (10.3%) | 362 (93.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 23 (4.9%) | 442 (93.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 393 (95.2%) | 230 (55.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 125 (97.7%) | 76 (59.4%) |
| Total | 881 (25.7%) | 2,822 (82.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hanson County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (5.5%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (5.9%) | 5 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (5.4%) | 47 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (12.6%) | 22 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (37.0%) | 16 (29.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hanson County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (1.5%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (1.9%) | 7 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (8.4%) | 5 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (24.7%) | 5 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (0.3%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (4.2%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 17 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (0.3%) | 24 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (4.6%) | 13 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (34.3%) | 12 (21.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Hanson County
Computing Device Access in Hanson County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 913 | 82.6% |
| Smartphone | 992 | 89.7% |
| Tablet | 675 | 61.0% |
| No Computing Device | 56 | 5.1% |
| Total | 1,106 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Hanson County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 1 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 794 | 71.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 145 | 13.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 68 | 6.1% |
| No Internet | 114 | 10.3% |
| Total | 1,106 | 100.0% |
Hanson County Summary
Hanson County is located in the southeastern corner of South Dakota, and is bordered by the states of Iowa and Minnesota. It is part of the Sioux Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the smallest county in the state by population. The county seat is Alexandria, and the county was named after Alexander Hanson, a Norwegian immigrant who settled in the area in the late 1800s.
Geography
Hanson County covers an area of 576 square miles, and is located in the Great Plains region of the United States. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Big Sioux River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county is home to several small lakes, including Lake Madison, Lake Henry, and Lake Poinsett.
The climate of Hanson County is classified as humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 48°F, and the average annual precipitation is 24 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Hanson County was 3,945, making it the least populous county in South Dakota. The population density was 6.8 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $51,944. The per capita income for the county was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Hanson County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the area are corn, soybeans, and wheat. Livestock production is also important to the local economy, with cattle, hogs, and sheep being raised in the area.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few retail stores. The county is served by two school districts, and there are several churches in the area.
Conclusion
Hanson County is a small, rural county located in the southeastern corner of South Dakota. The county is home to a population of just under 4,000 people, and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The county is served by two school districts, and there are several churches in the area. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few retail stores.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Hanson County?
Total Population of Hanson County is 3,443.
What is the Total Male Population of Hanson County?
Total Male Population of Hanson County is 1,765.
What is the Total Female Population of Hanson County?
Total Female Population of Hanson County is 1,678.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hanson County?
There are 105.18 Males per 100 Females in Hanson County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hanson County?
There are 95.07 Females per 100 Males in Hanson County.
What is the Median Population Age in Hanson County?
Median Population Age in Hanson County is 37.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hanson County
Average Family Size in Hanson County is 3.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hanson County
Average Household Size in Hanson County is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hanson County?
Per Capita income in Hanson County is $33,489.
What is the Median Family Income in Hanson County?
Median Family Income in Hanson County is $95,341.
What is the Median Household income in Hanson County?
Median Household Income in Hanson County is $86,827.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hanson County?
Income or Wage Gap in Hanson County is 26.8%.
Women in Hanson County earn 73.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hanson County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hanson County is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hanson County?
There are 1,890 People in the Labor Forcein in Hanson County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hanson County?
75.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Hanson County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hanson County?
Unemployment Rate in Hanson County is 2.0%.