Hughes County, SD
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Hughes County Overview
17,812
TOTAL POPULATION
8,860
MALE POPULATION
8,952
FEMALE POPULATION
98.97
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.04
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,645
PER CAPITA INCOME
$93,168
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$83,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,665
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,256
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Hughes County Area Codes
Race in Hughes County
The most populous races in Hughes County are White / Caucasian (14,612 | 82.0%), Native / Alaskan (2,050 | 11.5%), and Two or more Races (913 | 5.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 88 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 8 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 605 | 3.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 2,050 | 11.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 14,612 | 82.0% |
| Two or more Races | 913 | 5.1% |
| Some other Race | 141 | 0.8% |
| Total | 17,812 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Hughes County
The most populous ancestries reported in Hughes County are German (6,319 | 35.5%), Norwegian (2,035 | 11.4%), Sioux (2,007 | 11.3%), Irish (1,953 | 11.0%), and English (1,819 | 10.2%), together accounting for 79.3% of all Hughes County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 11 | 0.1% |
| American | 446 | 2.5% |
| Arab | 26 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 43 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 5 | 0.0% |
| British | 99 | 0.6% |
| Central American | 69 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 74 | 0.4% |
| Chilean | 106 | 0.6% |
| Chippewa | 162 | 0.9% |
| Costa Rican | 21 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 33 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 405 | 2.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 55 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 214 | 1.2% |
| Dutch | 522 | 2.9% |
| English | 1,819 | 10.2% |
| European | 123 | 0.7% |
| Finnish | 88 | 0.5% |
| French | 338 | 1.9% |
| French Canadian | 64 | 0.4% |
| German | 6,319 | 35.5% |
| German Russian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 87 | 0.5% |
| Irish | 1,953 | 11.0% |
| Italian | 282 | 1.6% |
| Korean | 10 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 26 | 0.2% |
| Lumbee | 6 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 242 | 1.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 21 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 2,035 | 11.4% |
| Pakistani | 28 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 39 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 463 | 2.6% |
| Portuguese | 17 | 0.1% |
| Pueblo | 1 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 5 | 0.0% |
| Romanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 100 | 0.6% |
| Salvadoran | 48 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 114 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 94 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 99 | 0.6% |
| Sioux | 2,007 | 11.3% |
| Slovene | 47 | 0.3% |
| South American | 106 | 0.6% |
| Spanish | 170 | 0.9% |
| Spanish American Indian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 83 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 11 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 449 | 2.5% |
| Swiss | 19 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 25 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 69 | 0.4% |
| Yugoslavian | 6 | 0.0% | View All 62 Rows |
Immigrants in Hughes County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hughes County came from Asia (75 | 0.4%), Europe (65 | 0.4%), Western Europe (64 | 0.4%), Germany (50 | 0.3%), and South Eastern Asia (47 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.7% of all Hughes County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 75 | 0.4% |
| Canada | 15 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 65 | 0.4% |
| France | 14 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 50 | 0.3% |
| India | 28 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 28 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 47 | 0.3% |
| Sweden | 1 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 47 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 64 | 0.4% | View All 12 Rows |
Sex and Age in Hughes County
Sex and Age in Hughes County
The most populous age groups in Hughes County are 35 to 39 Years (896 | 10.1%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (671 | 7.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 565 (6.4%) | 508 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 782 (8.8%) | 620 (6.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 655 (7.4%) | 587 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 480 (5.4%) | 401 (4.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 339 (3.8%) | 579 (6.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 497 (5.6%) | 525 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 528 (6.0%) | 543 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 896 (10.1%) | 671 (7.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 350 (4.0%) | 626 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 447 (5.1%) | 590 (6.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 560 (6.3%) | 472 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 510 (5.8%) | 605 (6.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 765 (8.6%) | 657 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 488 (5.5%) | 582 (6.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 448 (5.1%) | 302 (3.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 324 (3.7%) | 303 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 70 (0.8%) | 205 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 156 (1.8%) | 176 (2.0%) |
| Total | 8,860 (100.0%) | 8,952 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Hughes County
Median Family Size in Hughes County
The median family size in Hughes County is 2.75 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,401 | 73.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.93 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (654 | 14.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.91 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,401 (73.6%) | 2.93 |
| Single Male/Father | 654 (14.1%) | 1.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 566 (12.2%) | 2.62 |
| Total Families | 4,621 (100.0%) | 2.75 |
Median Household Size in Hughes County
The median household size in Hughes County is 2.26 persons per household, with married-couple households (3,401 | 46.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.96 persons per household. non-family households (2,775 | 37.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,401 (46.0%) | 2.96 |
| Single Male/Father | 654 (8.8%) | 2.61 |
| Single Female/Mother | 566 (7.6%) | 2.93 |
| Non-family | 2,775 (37.5%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 7,396 (100.0%) | 2.26 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hughes County
Out of a total of 7,396 households in Hughes County, 4,621 (62.5%) are family households, while 2,775 (37.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,370, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,343.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,343 (31.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,370 (32.0%) | 344 (4.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 849 (11.5%) | 88 (1.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 921 (12.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 353 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 56 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 72 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,621 (62.5%) | 2,775 (37.5%) |
Female Fertility in Hughes County
Fertility by Age in Hughes County
Average fertility rate in Hughes County is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 92.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.9% 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 | 151 (60.9%) | 92.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 97 (39.1%) | 49.0 |
| Total | 248 (100.0%) | 61.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hughes County
18.1% of women with births (248) in Hughes County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 96.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 72.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 42 (27.8%) | 109 (72.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (3.1%) | 94 (96.9%) |
| Total | 45 (18.1%) | 203 (81.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Hughes County
Average fertility rate in Hughes County is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 109.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 9.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 46.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 17 (6.9%) | 32.0 |
| High School Diploma | 114 (46.0%) | 109.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 93 (37.5%) | 88.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21 (8.5%) | 20.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (1.2%) | 9.0 |
| Total | 248 (100.0%) | 61.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hughes County
81.9% of women with births in Hughes 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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 21 (18.4%) | 93 (81.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 93 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (18.1%) | 203 (81.9%) |
Income in Hughes County
Income Overview in Hughes County
Per Capita Income in Hughes County is $37,645, while median incomes of families and households are $93,168 and $83,750 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 17,812 | $37,645 |
| Median Family Income | 4,621 | $93,168 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,621 | $105,202 |
| Median Household Income | 7,396 | $83,750 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,396 | $89,752 |
| Income Deficit | 4,621 | $9,665 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 17,812 | 17.93% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 17,812 | 82.07¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 17,812 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Hughes County
Average Earnings in Hughes County are $45,268, $49,773 for men and $40,848 for women, a difference of 17.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,235 (51.2%) | $49,773 |
| Female | 4,998 (48.8%) | $40,848 |
| Total | 10,233 (100.0%) | $45,268 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hughes County
The most common earnings brackets in Hughes County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (633 | 12.1%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (466 | 9.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 199 (3.8%) | 227 (4.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 121 (2.3%) | 199 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 132 (2.5%) | 229 (4.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 138 (2.6%) | 186 (3.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 267 (5.1%) | 203 (4.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 88 (1.7%) | 47 (0.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 128 (2.5%) | 121 (2.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 57 (1.1%) | 53 (1.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 64 (1.2%) | 88 (1.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 103 (2.0%) | 144 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 93 (1.8%) | 270 (5.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 233 (4.4%) | 214 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 282 (5.4%) | 423 (8.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 371 (7.1%) | 402 (8.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 357 (6.8%) | 466 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 584 (11.2%) | 262 (5.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 633 (12.1%) | 330 (6.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 304 (5.8%) | 452 (9.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 504 (9.6%) | 366 (7.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 577 (11.0%) | 316 (6.3%) |
| Total | 5,235 (100.0%) | 4,998 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hughes County
Average earnings in Hughes County are $52,645 for men and $43,514 for women, a difference of 17.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,705, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,325. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $76,300, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,421.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $42,325 | $27,421 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,473 | $39,444 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,370 | $49,670 |
| Graduate Degree | $83,705 | $76,300 |
| Total | $52,645 | $43,514 |
Family Income in Hughes County
Family Income Brackets in Hughes County
According to the Hughes County family income data, there are 1,091 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 46 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 97 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 46 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 180 | 3.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 134 | 2.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 430 | 9.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 744 | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 970 | 21.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,091 | 23.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 587 | 12.7% |
| $200,000+ | 337 | 7.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hughes County
4-person families (726 | 15.7%) account for the highest median family income in Hughes County with $106,098 per family, while 2-person families (2,742 | 59.3%) have the highest median income of $41,996 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,742 (59.3%) | $83,992 |
| 3-Person Families | 761 (16.5%) | $91,431 |
| 4-Person Families | 726 (15.7%) | $106,098 |
| 5-Person Families | 279 (6.0%) | $103,827 |
| 6-Person Families | 41 (0.9%) | $89,213 |
| 7+ Person Families | 72 (1.6%) | $99,722 |
| Total | 4,621 (100.0%) | $93,168 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hughes County
The median family income in Hughes County is $93,168, with families comprising 3+ earners (441) having the highest median family income of $148,295, while families with no earners (448) have the lowest median family income of $55,682, accounting for 9.5% and 9.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 448 (9.7%) | $55,682 |
| 1 Earner | 1,686 (36.5%) | $59,516 |
| 2 Earners | 2,046 (44.3%) | $108,696 |
| 3+ Earners | 441 (9.5%) | $148,295 |
| Total | 4,621 (100.0%) | $93,168 |
Household Income in Hughes County
Household Income Brackets in Hughes County
With 1,553 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Hughes County, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 214 households (2.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 274 | 3.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 214 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 436 | 5.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 621 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 821 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 969 | 13.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,553 | 21.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,464 | 19.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 651 | 8.8% |
| $200,000+ | 399 | 5.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Hughes County
The median household income in Hughes County is $83,750, with the highest median household income of $99,197 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,570 households (34.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,301, with 430 households (5.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 430 (5.8%) | $32,301 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,352 (31.8%) | $86,516 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,570 (34.7%) | $99,197 |
| 65+ Years | 2,044 (27.6%) | $44,857 |
| Total | 7,396 (100.0%) | $83,750 |
Poverty in Hughes County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hughes County
With 10.5% poverty level for males and 9.5% for females among the residents of Hughes County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 167 males (33.3%) and 214 females (38.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 72 (14.4%) | 87 (17.1%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 75 (8.0%) | 99 (11.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 28 (9.3%) | 19 (7.2%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 68 (29.2%) | 33 (17.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 167 (33.3%) | 214 (38.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 224 (24.1%) | 71 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 68 (5.8%) | 39 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 33 (3.3%) | 20 (2.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 71 (5.6%) | 77 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (5.1%) | 57 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (7.3%) | 71 (11.7%) |
| Total | 889 (10.5%) | 787 (9.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hughes County
According to the poverty statistics in Hughes County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 429 (85.6%) | 421 (82.9%) |
| 5 Years | 122 (100.0%) | 68 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 859 (92.0%) | 771 (88.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 274 (90.7%) | 245 (92.8%) |
| 15 Years | 65 (100.0%) | 170 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 165 (70.8%) | 153 (82.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 334 (66.7%) | 348 (61.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 707 (75.9%) | 788 (91.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,109 (94.2%) | 1,054 (96.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 972 (96.7%) | 986 (98.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,202 (94.4%) | 1,157 (93.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 877 (94.9%) | 773 (93.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 459 (92.7%) | 536 (88.3%) |
| Total | 7,574 (89.5%) | 7,470 (90.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hughes County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hughes County show that 1.2% or 40 of the total 3,401 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.8%, comprising of 38 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 | 2,069 (98.2%) | 38 (1.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 963 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 260 (99.2%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,361 (98.8%) | 40 (1.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hughes County
According to the poverty data in Hughes County, 19.0% or 124 single-father households and 20.0% or 113 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 households (65.4%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 10 (10.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 103 (18.7%) | 43 (12.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (100.0%) | 70 (65.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 124 (19.0%) | 113 (20.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hughes County
The poverty data for Hughes County shows that 40 of the married-couple family households (1.2%) and 237 of the single-parent households (19.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (1.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 81 household (68.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 38 (1.8%) | 10 (4.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 146 (16.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (0.8%) | 81 (68.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 40 (1.2%) | 237 (19.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Hughes County
Employment by Class of Employer in Hughes County
Among the 9,176 employed individuals in Hughes County, private company employees (3,363 | 36.6%), state government employees (2,253 | 24.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,467 | 16.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,363 | 36.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 509 | 5.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 639 | 7.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,467 | 16.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 625 | 6.8% |
| State Government Employees | 2,253 | 24.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 318 | 3.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 2 | 0.0% |
| Total | 9,176 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Hughes County
According to the labor force statistics for Hughes County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,856), 66.8% or 9,256 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.4% or 37 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 94.2% or 1,949 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 2.7% or 21 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 342 (53.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 667 (72.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 785 (76.8%) | 21 (2.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 794 (74.1%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,184 (85.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,949 (94.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 940 (84.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,015 (71.4%) | 14 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 504 (27.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,256 (66.8%) | 37 (0.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hughes County
According to labor force statistics for Hughes County, 83.0% of individuals (7,671) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,242) are in the labor force, with 0.5% or 38 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 95.5% or 3,330 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 0.9% or 23 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 61 (29.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,678 (71.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,598 (81.0%) | 29 (0.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,330 (95.5%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| Total | 7,671 (83.0%) | 46 (0.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Hughes County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hughes County are Management (1,300 | 14.1%), Community & Social Service (1,135 | 12.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (757 | 8.2%), Business & Financial (665 | 7.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (627 | 6.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hughes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (71.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (78.9%), Education Instruction & Library (70.8%), and Health Technologists (68.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 676 (52.0%) | 624 (48.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 360 (54.1%) | 305 (45.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 576 (76.1%) | 181 (23.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 229 (71.3%) | 92 (28.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 263 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 84 (48.5%) | 89 (51.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 423 (37.3%) | 712 (62.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 15 (21.1%) | 56 (78.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 123 (59.4%) | 84 (40.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 171 (29.2%) | 414 (70.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 114 (41.9%) | 158 (58.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 200 (31.9%) | 427 (68.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 111 (31.4%) | 243 (68.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,235 (49.8%) | 2,249 (50.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,730 (51.4%) | 4,469 (48.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Hughes County are Food Preparation & Serving (570 | 6.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (304 | 3.3%), Healthcare Support (255 | 2.8%), Security & Protection (216 | 2.4%), and Personal Care & Service (183 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Hughes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (73.4%), Law Enforcement (62.3%), and Security & Protection (58.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (99.6%), Personal Care & Service (88.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (45.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 1 (0.4%) | 254 (99.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 127 (58.8%) | 89 (41.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 51 (54.3%) | 43 (45.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 76 (62.3%) | 46 (37.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 318 (55.8%) | 252 (44.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 223 (73.4%) | 81 (26.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 21 (11.5%) | 162 (88.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 690 (45.2%) | 838 (54.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,730 (51.4%) | 4,469 (48.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hughes County are Office & Administration (1,064 | 11.6%), and Sales & Related (771 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 506 (65.6%) | 265 (34.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 128 (12.0%) | 936 (88.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 634 (34.5%) | 1,201 (65.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,730 (51.4%) | 4,469 (48.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hughes County are Construction & Extraction (353 | 3.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (253 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (51 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 353 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 253 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 657 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,730 (51.4%) | 4,469 (48.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hughes County are Transportation (318 | 3.5%), Production (198 | 2.1%), and Material Moving (179 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 113 (57.1%) | 85 (42.9%) |
| Transportation | 282 (88.7%) | 36 (11.3%) |
| Material Moving | 119 (66.5%) | 60 (33.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 514 (74.0%) | 181 (26.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,730 (51.4%) | 4,469 (48.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Hughes County
Employment Industries in Hughes County
The major employment industries in Hughes County include Public Administration (2,075 | 22.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,366 | 14.8%), Retail Trade (793 | 8.6%), Educational Services (766 | 8.3%), and Construction (700 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hughes County
The Hughes County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (94.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (87.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (81.8%), Educational Services (71.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (66.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 329 (76.0%) | 104 (24.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 572 (81.7%) | 128 (18.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 139 (68.1%) | 65 (31.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 175 (94.1%) | 11 (5.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 487 (61.4%) | 306 (38.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 35 (87.5%) | 5 (12.5%) |
| Utilities | 48 (53.9%) | 41 (46.1%) |
| Information | 104 (46.6%) | 119 (53.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 367 (63.3%) | 213 (36.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 24 (33.8%) | 47 (66.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 171 (41.0%) | 246 (59.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 88 (86.3%) | 14 (13.7%) |
| Educational Services | 222 (29.0%) | 544 (71.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 249 (18.2%) | 1,117 (81.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 108 (59.7%) | 73 (40.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 358 (55.7%) | 285 (44.3%) |
| Public Administration | 1,101 (53.1%) | 974 (46.9%) |
| Total | 4,730 (51.4%) | 4,469 (48.6%) |
Education in Hughes County
School Enrollment in Hughes County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,714 students in Hughes County are elementary school (1,094 | 29.5%), middle school (834 | 22.5%), and high school (810 | 21.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 281 | 7.6% |
| Kindergarten | 363 | 9.8% |
| Elementary School | 1,094 | 29.5% |
| Middle School | 834 | 22.5% |
| High School | 810 | 21.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 250 | 6.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 82 | 2.2% |
| Total | 3,714 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hughes County
Out of a total of 3,714 students who are enrolled in schools in Hughes County, 308 (8.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,406 (91.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 58 (40.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 659 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 87 (60.0%) | 58 (40.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,113 (85.4%) | 191 (14.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,145 (95.7%) | 51 (4.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 659 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 109 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 114 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 118 (92.9%) | 9 (7.1%) |
| Total | 3,406 (91.7%) | 308 (8.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hughes County
Business (1,000 | 20.7%), education (763 | 15.8%), social sciences (576 | 11.9%), science & technology (384 | 8.0%), and arts & humanities (383 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 4,821 individuals in Hughes County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 127 | 2.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 352 | 7.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 89 | 1.8% |
| Psychology | 271 | 5.6% |
| Social Sciences | 576 | 11.9% |
| Engineering | 266 | 5.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 384 | 8.0% |
| Business | 1,000 | 20.7% |
| Education | 763 | 15.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 68 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 219 | 4.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 133 | 2.8% |
| Communications | 190 | 3.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 383 | 7.9% |
| Total | 4,821 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Hughes County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hughes County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hughes County are males with 2 vehicles (1,810, accounting for 38.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,639, making up 41.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 262 (5.5%) | 211 (4.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 876 (18.5%) | 752 (17.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,810 (38.3%) | 1,639 (37.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,115 (23.6%) | 1,163 (26.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 553 (11.7%) | 542 (12.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 111 (2.4%) | 66 (1.5%) |
| Total | 4,727 (100.0%) | 4,373 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Hughes County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hughes County are 5 to 9 minutes (2,997 commuters, 34.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (2,362 commuters, 27.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (958 commuters, 11.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 754 | 8.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,997 | 34.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,362 | 27.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 958 | 11.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 522 | 6.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 220 | 2.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 208 | 2.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 72 | 0.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 97 | 1.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 199 | 2.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 81 | 0.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 124 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Hughes County
The most common commute times in Hughes County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,274 commuters, 29.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,723 commuters, 41.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 415 (9.5%) | 339 (8.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,274 (29.0%) | 1,723 (41.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,154 (26.3%) | 1,208 (28.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 507 (11.6%) | 451 (10.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 319 (7.3%) | 203 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 109 (2.5%) | 111 (2.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 160 (3.6%) | 48 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 60 (1.4%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 82 (1.9%) | 15 (0.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 145 (3.3%) | 54 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 47 (1.1%) | 34 (0.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 118 (2.7%) | 6 (0.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hughes County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Hughes County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,899, 43.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,998, 47.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 115 (2.6%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 47 (1.1%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 145 (3.3%) | 62 (1.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 128 (2.9%) | 140 (3.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 286 (6.5%) | 207 (4.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 598 (13.6%) | 675 (16.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,899 (43.3%) | 1,998 (47.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 394 (9.0%) | 477 (11.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 66 (1.5%) | 153 (3.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 22 (0.5%) | 107 (2.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 20 (0.5%) | 55 (1.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 57 (1.3%) | 58 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 362 (8.3%) | 95 (2.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 251 (5.7%) | 159 (3.8%) |
| Total | 4,390 (100.0%) | 4,204 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Hughes County
Occupancy by Ownership in Hughes County
Of the total 7,396 dwellings in Hughes County, owner-occupied units account for 5,433 (73.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,963 (26.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,433 | 73.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,963 | 26.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,396 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Hughes County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,343 | 31.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,714 | 36.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 937 | 12.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,402 | 19.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,396 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hughes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,354 (57.8%) | 989 (42.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,277 (83.9%) | 437 (16.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 674 (71.9%) | 263 (28.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,128 (80.5%) | 274 (19.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,433 (73.5%) | 1,963 (26.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hughes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 157 (73.4%) | 57 (26.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,076 (57.8%) | 787 (42.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,859 (76.0%) | 586 (24.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,341 (81.5%) | 533 (18.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hughes County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,528 | 20.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,254 | 17.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,163 | 15.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,407 | 19.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,216 | 16.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 631 | 8.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 197 | 2.7% |
| Total | 7,396 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Hughes County
Median Income by Occupancy in Hughes County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,433 (73.5%) | $91,080 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,963 (26.5%) | $41,495 |
| Average | 7,396 (100.0%) | $83,750 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hughes County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 89 (1.6%) | 137 (7.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 18 (0.3%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 102 (1.9%) | 110 (5.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 162 (3.0%) | 71 (3.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 57 (1.1%) | 145 (7.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 347 (6.4%) | 276 (14.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 456 (8.4%) | 368 (18.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 644 (11.8%) | 323 (16.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,285 (23.6%) | 267 (13.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,335 (24.6%) | 128 (6.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 938 (17.3%) | 111 (5.7%) |
| Total | 5,433 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hughes County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 137 (2.5%) | 26 (1.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 623 (11.5%) | 118 (6.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,257 (23.1%) | 451 (23.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 536 (9.9%) | 489 (24.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,211 (22.3%) | 631 (32.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,112 (20.5%) | 134 (6.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 313 (5.8%) | 21 (1.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 91 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 153 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,433 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Hughes County
Housing Structures in Hughes County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,889 | 66.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 297 | 4.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 51 | 0.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 225 | 3.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 321 | 4.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 792 | 10.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 821 | 11.1% |
| Total | 7,396 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hughes County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,557 (93.2%) | 332 (6.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 206 (69.4%) | 91 (30.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 7 (13.7%) | 44 (86.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 2 (0.9%) | 223 (99.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 321 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 22 (2.8%) | 770 (97.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 639 (77.8%) | 182 (22.2%) |
| Total | 5,433 (73.5%) | 1,963 (26.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hughes County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 165 (8.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 68 (1.3%) | 635 (32.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,219 (22.4%) | 788 (40.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,464 (27.0%) | 205 (10.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,682 (49.4%) | 170 (8.7%) |
| Total | 5,433 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hughes County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,139 (57.8%) | 576 (29.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 560 (10.3%) | 92 (4.7%) |
| Electricity | 1,603 (29.5%) | 1,248 (63.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 47 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 75 (1.4%) | 18 (0.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 9 (0.2%) | 29 (1.5%) |
| Total | 5,433 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Hughes County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 196 (3.6%) | 360 (18.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,230 (22.6%) | 1,004 (51.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,146 (39.5%) | 375 (19.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,861 (34.3%) | 224 (11.4%) |
| Total | 5,433 (100.0%) | 1,963 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Hughes County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hughes County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,193 | 3,240 |
| Median Property Value | $179,500 | $226,500 |
| Median Household Income | $78,575 | $660 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $597 | $153 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,083 | $8 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hughes County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 345 (15.7%) | 46 (1.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 244 (11.1%) | 104 (3.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,072 (48.9%) | 2,253 (69.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 345 (15.7%) | 626 (19.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 182 (8.3%) | 185 (5.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 5 (0.2%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| Total | 2,193 (100.0%) | 3,240 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hughes County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 84 (3.8%) | 58 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 216 (9.9%) | 23 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 168 (7.7%) | 105 (3.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 236 (10.8%) | 179 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 310 (14.1%) | 220 (6.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 390 (17.8%) | 334 (10.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 511 (23.3%) | 895 (27.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 278 (12.7%) | 824 (25.4%) |
| Total | 2,193 (100.0%) | 3,240 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hughes County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,030 (47.0%) | 96,923 (2,991.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 346 (15.8%) | 1,051 (32.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 148 (6.8%) | 1,130 (34.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 646 (29.5%) | 461 (14.2%) |
| Total | 2,193 (100.0%) | 3,240 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hughes County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 360 (16.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 392 (17.9%) | 132 (4.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,424 (64.9%) | 390 (12.0%) |
| Total | 2,193 (100.0%) | 3,240 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Hughes County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hughes County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,145 (90.2%) | 124 (9.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,023 (94.3%) | 182 (5.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,003 (82.1%) | 219 (17.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,272 (82.9%) | 262 (17.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,167 (96.0%) | 90 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,958 (97.4%) | 53 (2.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,343 (93.5%) | 164 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,754 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,092 (99.1%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| Total | 15,757 (93.4%) | 1,104 (6.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hughes County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,145 (90.2%) | 124 (9.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,023 (94.3%) | 182 (5.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,003 (82.1%) | 219 (17.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hughes County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,046 (76.7%) | 318 (23.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,137 (83.9%) | 411 (16.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,725 (92.9%) | 131 (7.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,748 (96.3%) | 146 (3.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,958 (98.7%) | 95 (1.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hughes County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 372 (29.3%) | 861 (67.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 594 (18.5%) | 2,708 (84.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 190 (15.5%) | 844 (69.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 94 (6.1%) | 1,183 (77.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 296 (13.1%) | 1,965 (87.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 78 (3.9%) | 1,934 (96.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 340 (13.6%) | 2,207 (88.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,647 (93.9%) | 944 (53.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,073 (97.4%) | 660 (59.9%) |
| Total | 4,684 (27.8%) | 13,306 (78.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hughes County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 238 (13.7%) | 63 (4.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 278 (19.4%) | 38 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 328 (9.5%) | 306 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 256 (27.7%) | 137 (16.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 178 (36.0%) | 289 (47.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hughes County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 98 (2.8%) | 118 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78 (8.4%) | 18 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 85 (17.2%) | 74 (12.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 43 (3.0%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 23 (0.7%) | 136 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (1.4%) | 37 (6.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 203 (11.7%) | 63 (4.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 221 (15.4%) | 17 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 147 (4.3%) | 114 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (1.4%) | 44 (5.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (6.9%) | 12 (2.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 114 (3.3%) | 161 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 139 (15.0%) | 119 (14.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (20.4%) | 212 (34.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (1.5%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 14 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 97 (2.8%) | 111 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (5.3%) | 36 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 61 (12.3%) | 5 (0.8%) |
Technology Access in Hughes County
Computing Device Access in Hughes County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,132 | 82.9% |
| Smartphone | 6,157 | 83.3% |
| Tablet | 4,644 | 62.8% |
| No Computing Device | 438 | 5.9% |
| Total | 7,396 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Hughes County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 5,796 | 78.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 621 | 8.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 557 | 7.5% |
| No Internet | 793 | 10.7% |
| Total | 7,396 | 100.0% |
Hughes County Summary
Hughes County, South Dakota is located in the central part of the state and is bordered by Stanley, Sully, Hyde, and Potter counties. It is the fifth largest county in South Dakota, with an area of 1,845 square miles. The county seat is Pierre, which is also the state capital.
History
Hughes County was established in 1873 and named after John Hughes, a prominent early settler. The county was originally part of the Great Sioux Reservation, which was established in 1868. The reservation was broken up in 1889, and the land was opened up for settlement. The first settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the county was officially organized in 1891.
The county was largely agricultural in its early years, with wheat, corn, and oats being the main crops. The county also had a thriving livestock industry, with cattle, sheep, and hogs being the main animals raised.
In the early 1900s, the county began to diversify its economy. Oil and gas were discovered in the area, and the county became a major producer of oil and gas. The county also became a major producer of coal, and the coal industry was a major employer in the county for many years.
Geography
Hughes County is located in the central part of South Dakota, and is bordered by Stanley, Sully, Hyde, and Potter counties. The county has an area of 1,845 square miles, and is the fifth largest county in the state.
The county is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the east and south. The terrain is mostly prairie, with some wooded areas in the east and south. The county is drained by the Missouri River, which forms the northern border of the county.
The county has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and hot summers. The average annual temperature is 48°F, and the average annual precipitation is 17.5 inches.
Economy
The economy of Hughes County is largely based on agriculture and energy production. The county is a major producer of wheat, corn, oats, and other grains. The county also has a thriving livestock industry, with cattle, sheep, and hogs being the main animals raised.
The county is also a major producer of oil and gas, and the coal industry is a major employer in the county. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with many visitors coming to the area to enjoy the outdoor activities and attractions.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Hughes County was 17,919. The population is mostly white (94.3%), with small percentages of Native American (2.2%), African American (1.2%), and Asian (0.7%) populations. The median household income is $50,945, and the median home value is $133,400.
The county is served by two school districts, Pierre School District and Stanley County School District. The county also has several higher education institutions, including the University of South Dakota, South Dakota State University, and Dakota State University.
Conclusion
Hughes County, South Dakota is a large county located in the central part of the state. The county has a diverse economy, with agriculture, energy production, and tourism being the main industries. The county also has a thriving education system, with several higher education institutions located in the area. The population of the county is mostly white, with small percentages of Native American, African American, and Asian populations.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Hughes County?
Total Population of Hughes County is 17,812.
What is the Total Male Population of Hughes County?
Total Male Population of Hughes County is 8,860.
What is the Total Female Population of Hughes County?
Total Female Population of Hughes County is 8,952.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hughes County?
There are 98.97 Males per 100 Females in Hughes County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hughes County?
There are 101.04 Females per 100 Males in Hughes County.
What is the Median Population Age in Hughes County?
Median Population Age in Hughes County is 39.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hughes County
Average Family Size in Hughes County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hughes County
Average Household Size in Hughes County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hughes County?
Per Capita income in Hughes County is $37,645.
What is the Median Family Income in Hughes County?
Median Family Income in Hughes County is $93,168.
What is the Median Household income in Hughes County?
Median Household Income in Hughes County is $83,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hughes County?
Income or Wage Gap in Hughes County is 17.9%.
Women in Hughes County earn 82.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Hughes County?
Family Income Deficit in Hughes County is $9,665.
Families that are below poverty line in Hughes County earn $9,665 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hughes County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hughes County is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hughes County?
There are 9,256 People in the Labor Forcein in Hughes County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hughes County?
66.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Hughes County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hughes County?
Unemployment Rate in Hughes County is 0.4%.