McPherson County, SD
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McPherson County Overview
2,251
TOTAL POPULATION
1,101
MALE POPULATION
1,150
FEMALE POPULATION
95.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.45
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,144
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,389
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,529
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,076
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
McPherson County Area Codes
Race in McPherson County
The most populous races in McPherson County are White / Caucasian (2,155 | 95.7%), Black / African American (42 | 1.9%), and Two or more Races (42 | 1.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 6 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 42 | 1.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 2 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23 | 1.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 4 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,155 | 95.7% |
| Two or more Races | 42 | 1.9% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,251 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in McPherson County
The most populous ancestries reported in McPherson County are German (1,242 | 55.2%), Russian (288 | 12.8%), Irish (189 | 8.4%), Swedish (109 | 4.8%), and Norwegian (106 | 4.7%), together accounting for 85.9% of all McPherson County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 45 | 2.0% |
| Austrian | 58 | 2.6% |
| Basque | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 14 | 0.6% |
| Czech | 8 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 27 | 1.2% |
| Dutch | 49 | 2.2% |
| Eastern European | 5 | 0.2% |
| English | 105 | 4.7% |
| European | 1 | 0.0% |
| French | 29 | 1.3% |
| French Canadian | 5 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,242 | 55.2% |
| German Russian | 26 | 1.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 8 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 189 | 8.4% |
| Mexican | 23 | 1.0% |
| Norwegian | 106 | 4.7% |
| Paiute | 18 | 0.8% |
| Pennsylvania German | 6 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 19 | 0.8% |
| Russian | 288 | 12.8% |
| Scotch-Irish | 2 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 8 | 0.4% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 109 | 4.8% |
| Swiss | 3 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 2 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 61 | 2.7% | View All 29 Rows |
Immigrants in McPherson County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in McPherson County came from Eastern Europe (14 | 0.6%), Europe (14 | 0.6%), Ukraine (14 | 0.6%), Asia (8 | 0.4%), and China (6 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.5% of all McPherson County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 8 | 0.4% |
| China | 6 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 14 | 0.6% |
| Europe | 14 | 0.6% |
| India | 2 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 2 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 14 | 0.6% | View All 8 Rows |
Sex and Age in McPherson County
Sex and Age in McPherson County
The most populous age groups in McPherson County are 60 to 64 Years (104 | 9.5%) for men and 85 Years and over (129 | 11.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 29 (2.6%) | 102 (8.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 78 (7.1%) | 84 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 54 (4.9%) | 38 (3.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 30 (2.7%) | 56 (4.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 68 (6.2%) | 49 (4.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 69 (6.3%) | 65 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 58 (5.3%) | 42 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 33 (3.0%) | 48 (4.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 47 (4.3%) | 40 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 50 (4.5%) | 53 (4.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 77 (7.0%) | 44 (3.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 75 (6.8%) | 84 (7.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 104 (9.5%) | 75 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 99 (9.0%) | 68 (5.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 94 (8.5%) | 69 (6.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 60 (5.4%) | 69 (6.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 48 (4.4%) | 35 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 28 (2.5%) | 129 (11.2%) |
| Total | 1,101 (100.0%) | 1,150 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in McPherson County
Median Family Size in McPherson County
The median family size in McPherson County is 3.20 persons per family, with single female/mother families (26 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.92 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (420 | 83.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.06 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 420 (83.3%) | 3.06 |
| Single Male/Father | 58 (11.5%) | 3.43 |
| Single Female/Mother | 26 (5.2%) | 4.92 |
| Total Families | 504 (100.0%) | 3.20 |
Median Household Size in McPherson County
The median household size in McPherson County is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (26 | 3.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.35 persons per household. non-family households (368 | 42.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 420 (48.2%) | 3.06 |
| Single Male/Father | 58 (6.7%) | 3.57 |
| Single Female/Mother | 26 (3.0%) | 5.35 |
| Non-family | 368 (42.2%) | 1.04 |
| Total Households | 872 (100.0%) | 2.31 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in McPherson County
Out of a total of 872 households in McPherson County, 504 (57.8%) are family households, while 368 (42.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 331, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 350.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 350 (40.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 331 (38.0%) | 18 (2.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 40 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 86 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 21 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 18 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 8 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 504 (57.8%) | 368 (42.2%) |
Female Fertility in McPherson County
Fertility by Age in McPherson County
Average fertility rate in McPherson County is 248.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 468.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 77.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 9 (9.6%) | 161.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 73 (77.7%) | 468.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 12 (12.8%) | 72.0 |
| Total | 94 (100.0%) | 248.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in McPherson County
81.9% of women with births (94) in McPherson County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 65 (89.0%) | 8 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 77 (81.9%) | 17 (18.1%) |
Fertility by Education in McPherson County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 13 (13.8%) | 133.0 |
| High School Diploma | 23 (24.5%) | 288.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 9 (9.6%) | 150.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 49 (52.1%) | 458.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 94 (100.0%) | 248.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in McPherson County
18.1% of women with births in McPherson County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 15 (65.2%) | 8 (34.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 77 (81.9%) | 17 (18.1%) |
Income in McPherson County
Income Overview in McPherson County
Per Capita Income in McPherson County is $41,144, while median incomes of families and households are $71,389 and $58,529 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,251 | $41,144 |
| Median Family Income | 504 | $71,389 |
| Mean Family Income | 504 | $100,546 |
| Median Household Income | 872 | $58,529 |
| Mean Household Income | 872 | $90,954 |
| Income Deficit | 504 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,251 | 42.20% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,251 | 57.80¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,251 | 0.55 |
Earnings by Sex in McPherson County
Average Earnings in McPherson County are $37,621, $46,339 for men and $26,786 for women, a difference of 42.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 650 (55.7%) | $46,339 |
| Female | 516 (44.3%) | $26,786 |
| Total | 1,166 (100.0%) | $37,621 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in McPherson County
The most common earnings brackets in McPherson County are $100,000+ for men (101 | 15.5%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (60 | 11.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 36 (5.5%) | 29 (5.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 9 (1.4%) | 48 (9.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 25 (3.8%) | 17 (3.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (6.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 12 (1.8%) | 28 (5.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 20 (3.1%) | 9 (1.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 18 (2.8%) | 29 (5.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 4 (0.6%) | 29 (5.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 12 (1.8%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 12 (1.8%) | 24 (4.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 85 (13.1%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 26 (4.0%) | 33 (6.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 25 (3.8%) | 60 (11.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 26 (4.0%) | 33 (6.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 69 (10.6%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 39 (6.0%) | 18 (3.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 55 (8.5%) | 38 (7.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 17 (2.6%) | 13 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 59 (9.1%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 101 (15.5%) | 18 (3.5%) |
| Total | 650 (100.0%) | 516 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in McPherson County
Average earnings in McPherson County are $48,628 for men and $32,250 for women, a difference of 33.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,688, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $48,333. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $80,625, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $7,083.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $48,333 | $18,889 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,420 | $29,500 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $64,688 | $44,821 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $48,628 | $32,250 |
Family Income in McPherson County
Family Income Brackets in McPherson County
According to the McPherson County family income data, there are 112 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 7 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 23 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 25 | 5.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 54 | 10.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 49 | 9.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 112 | 22.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 78 | 15.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 92 | 18.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 37 | 7.3% |
| $200,000+ | 27 | 5.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in McPherson County
6-person families (26 | 5.2%) account for the highest median family income in McPherson County with $105,500 per family, while 2-person families (331 | 65.7%) have the highest median income of $29,930 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 331 (65.7%) | $59,861 |
| 3-Person Families | 50 (9.9%) | $74,583 |
| 4-Person Families | 76 (15.1%) | $84,107 |
| 5-Person Families | 21 (4.2%) | $69,375 |
| 6-Person Families | 26 (5.2%) | $105,500 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 504 (100.0%) | $71,389 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in McPherson County
The median family income in McPherson County is $71,389, with families comprising 3+ earners (45) having the highest median family income of $137,679, while families with no earners (136) have the lowest median family income of $34,375, accounting for 8.9% and 27.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 136 (27.0%) | $34,375 |
| 1 Earner | 79 (15.7%) | $100,125 |
| 2 Earners | 244 (48.4%) | $84,250 |
| 3+ Earners | 45 (8.9%) | $137,679 |
| Total | 504 (100.0%) | $71,389 |
Household Income in McPherson County
Household Income Brackets in McPherson County
With 178 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in McPherson County, accounting for 20.4% of all households. In contrast, only 46 households (5.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 50 | 5.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 75 | 8.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 95 | 10.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 89 | 10.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 73 | 8.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 178 | 20.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 96 | 11.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 110 | 12.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 46 | 5.3% |
| $200,000+ | 60 | 6.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in McPherson County
The median household income in McPherson County is $58,529, with the highest median household income of $74,674 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 292 households (33.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,375, with 46 households (5.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 46 (5.3%) | $24,375 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 165 (18.9%) | $69,375 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 292 (33.5%) | $74,674 |
| 65+ Years | 369 (42.3%) | $35,417 |
| Total | 872 (100.0%) | $58,529 |
Poverty in McPherson County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in McPherson County
With 9.8% poverty level for males and 16.6% for females among the residents of McPherson County, 75 year old and over males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 33 males (26.4%) and 32 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (17.2%) | 21 (20.6%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 3 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 14 (19.7%) | 32 (50.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 7 (5.5%) | 13 (12.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7 (8.7%) | 6 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 23 (18.1%) | 37 (38.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1 (0.6%) | 8 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (5.3%) | 21 (15.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (26.4%) | 38 (26.4%) |
| Total | 103 (9.8%) | 176 (16.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in McPherson County
According to the poverty statistics in McPherson 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 | 24 (82.8%) | 81 (79.4%) |
| 5 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 45 (100.0%) | 71 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 36 (100.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 24 (88.9%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 57 (80.3%) | 32 (50.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 120 (94.5%) | 94 (87.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 73 (91.2%) | 82 (93.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 104 (81.9%) | 60 (61.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 178 (99.4%) | 151 (95.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 179 (94.7%) | 116 (84.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 92 (73.6%) | 106 (73.6%) |
| Total | 947 (90.2%) | 885 (83.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in McPherson County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in McPherson County show that 6.2% or 26 of the total 420 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 8.8%, comprising of 26 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 | 270 (91.2%) | 26 (8.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 394 (93.8%) | 26 (6.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in McPherson County
According to the poverty data in McPherson County, 20.7% or 12 single-father households and 23.1% or 6 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (37.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 4 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (37.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12 (20.7%) | 6 (23.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in McPherson County
The poverty data for McPherson County shows that 26 of the married-couple family households (6.2%) and 18 of the single-parent households (21.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (8.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 26 (8.8%) | 4 (8.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (27.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 26 (6.2%) | 18 (21.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in McPherson County
Employment by Class of Employer in McPherson County
Among the 1,072 employed individuals in McPherson County, private company employees (528 | 49.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (171 | 16.0%), and local government employees (122 | 11.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 528 | 49.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 63 | 5.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 171 | 16.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 120 | 11.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 122 | 11.4% |
| State Government Employees | 50 | 4.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 12 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 6 | 0.6% |
| Total | 1,072 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in McPherson County
According to the labor force statistics for McPherson County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,848), 58.2% or 1,076 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.3% or 3 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 134 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 1.1% or 1 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 19 (27.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 95 (81.2%) | 1 (1.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 134 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 95 (95.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 154 (91.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 206 (92.0%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 142 (89.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 125 (69.8%) | 1 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 82 (24.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,076 (58.2%) | 3 (0.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in McPherson County
According to labor force statistics for McPherson County, 88.8% of individuals (856) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (964) are in the labor force, with 0.2% or 2 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 93.1% or 108 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 0.7% or 2 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 108 (93.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 274 (84.6%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 235 (89.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 239 (91.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 856 (88.8%) | 2 (0.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in McPherson County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in McPherson County are Management (256 | 23.9%), Community & Social Service (106 | 9.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (82 | 7.6%), Health Technologists (71 | 6.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (50 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in McPherson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (87.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.8%), Health Technologists (85.9%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (75.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 169 (66.0%) | 87 (34.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 7 (46.7%) | 8 (53.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 7 (38.9%) | 11 (61.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 4 (26.7%) | 11 (73.3%) |
| Community & Social Service | 69 (65.1%) | 37 (34.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 42 (87.5%) | 6 (12.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 25 (50.0%) | 25 (50.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 2 (25.0%) | 6 (75.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 10 (12.2%) | 72 (87.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 10 (14.1%) | 61 (85.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 262 (54.9%) | 215 (45.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 611 (57.0%) | 461 (43.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in McPherson County are Healthcare Support (62 | 5.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (46 | 4.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (34 | 3.2%), and Personal Care & Service (6 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in McPherson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (87.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (26.5%), and Healthcare Support (4.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (95.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (73.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 3 (4.8%) | 59 (95.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 9 (26.5%) | 25 (73.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 40 (87.0%) | 6 (13.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 52 (35.1%) | 96 (64.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 611 (57.0%) | 461 (43.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in McPherson County are Office & Administration (65 | 6.1%), and Sales & Related (56 | 5.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 12 (21.4%) | 44 (78.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 13 (20.0%) | 52 (80.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 25 (20.7%) | 96 (79.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 611 (57.0%) | 461 (43.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in McPherson County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (90 | 8.4%), Construction & Extraction (86 | 8.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (55 | 5.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 65 (72.2%) | 25 (27.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 85 (98.8%) | 1 (1.2%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 205 (88.7%) | 26 (11.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 611 (57.0%) | 461 (43.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in McPherson County are Production (58 | 5.4%), Transportation (29 | 2.7%), and Material Moving (8 | 0.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 33 (56.9%) | 25 (43.1%) |
| Transportation | 26 (89.7%) | 3 (10.3%) |
| Material Moving | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 67 (70.5%) | 28 (29.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 611 (57.0%) | 461 (43.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in McPherson County
Employment Industries in McPherson County
The major employment industries in McPherson County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (294 | 27.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (164 | 15.3%), Educational Services (101 | 9.4%), Construction (96 | 9.0%), and Retail Trade (67 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in McPherson County
The McPherson County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (94.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (95.7%), Manufacturing (78.0%), and Finance & Insurance (72.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 246 (83.7%) | 48 (16.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 83 (86.5%) | 13 (13.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 13 (22.0%) | 46 (78.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 19 (73.1%) | 7 (26.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 34 (50.7%) | 33 (49.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 18 (94.7%) | 1 (5.3%) |
| Utilities | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 4 (66.7%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 5 (27.8%) | 13 (72.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 16 (57.1%) | 12 (42.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 34 (79.1%) | 9 (20.9%) |
| Educational Services | 44 (43.6%) | 57 (56.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 7 (4.3%) | 157 (95.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 10 (47.6%) | 11 (52.4%) |
| Public Administration | 31 (54.4%) | 26 (45.6%) |
| Total | 611 (57.0%) | 461 (43.0%) |
Education in McPherson County
School Enrollment in McPherson County
The most common levels of schooling among the 381 students in McPherson County are middle school (85 | 22.3%), kindergarten (74 | 19.4%), and high school (73 | 19.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 35 | 9.2% |
| Kindergarten | 74 | 19.4% |
| Elementary School | 70 | 18.4% |
| Middle School | 85 | 22.3% |
| High School | 73 | 19.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 34 | 8.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 10 | 2.6% |
| Total | 381 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in McPherson County
Out of a total of 381 students who are enrolled in schools in McPherson County, 26 (6.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 355 (93.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (17.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 159 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 76 (82.6%) | 16 (17.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 58 (85.3%) | 10 (14.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 355 (93.2%) | 26 (6.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in McPherson County
Education (99 | 26.7%), science & technology (85 | 22.9%), business (57 | 15.4%), psychology (44 | 11.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (31 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 371 individuals in McPherson County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 6 | 1.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 31 | 8.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 4 | 1.1% |
| Psychology | 44 | 11.9% |
| Social Sciences | 17 | 4.6% |
| Engineering | 1 | 0.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 85 | 22.9% |
| Business | 57 | 15.4% |
| Education | 99 | 26.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 11 | 3.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 6 | 1.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 4 | 1.1% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 6 | 1.6% |
| Total | 371 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in McPherson County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in McPherson County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in McPherson County are males with 3 vehicles (224, accounting for 39.3%) and females with 3 vehicles (75, making up 53.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (4.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 90 (15.8%) | 92 (21.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 155 (27.2%) | 151 (35.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 224 (39.3%) | 75 (17.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 51 (8.9%) | 42 (9.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 50 (8.8%) | 43 (10.2%) |
| Total | 570 (100.0%) | 423 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in McPherson County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in McPherson County are less than 5 minutes (209 commuters, 21.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (190 commuters, 19.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (162 commuters, 17.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 209 | 21.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 190 | 19.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 162 | 17.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 60 | 6.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 52 | 5.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 23 | 2.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 98 | 10.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 10 | 1.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 44 | 4.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 55 | 5.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 24 | 2.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 28 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in McPherson County
The most common commute times in McPherson County are less than 5 minutes (153 commuters, 28.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (111 commuters, 26.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 153 (28.7%) | 56 (13.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 79 (14.8%) | 111 (26.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 54 (10.1%) | 108 (25.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 44 (8.3%) | 16 (3.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 26 (4.9%) | 26 (6.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 8 (1.5%) | 15 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 70 (13.1%) | 28 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 6 (1.1%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 31 (5.8%) | 13 (3.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 37 (6.9%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 6 (1.1%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 19 (3.6%) | 9 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in McPherson County
The most frequent times of departure to work in McPherson County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (153, 28.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (117, 27.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 18 (3.4%) | 29 (6.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 3 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 11 (2.1%) | 16 (3.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 44 (8.3%) | 21 (5.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 47 (8.8%) | 55 (13.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 153 (28.7%) | 60 (14.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 80 (15.0%) | 117 (27.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 103 (19.3%) | 44 (10.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 23 (4.3%) | 18 (4.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 27 (5.1%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 10 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 1 (0.2%) | 3 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 3 (0.6%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 10 (1.9%) | 42 (10.0%) |
| Total | 533 (100.0%) | 422 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in McPherson County
Occupancy by Ownership in McPherson County
Of the total 872 dwellings in McPherson County, owner-occupied units account for 685 (78.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 187 (21.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 685 | 78.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 187 | 21.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 872 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in McPherson County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 350 | 40.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 349 | 40.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 40 | 4.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 133 | 15.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 872 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in McPherson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 236 (67.4%) | 114 (32.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 304 (87.1%) | 45 (12.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 39 (97.5%) | 1 (2.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 106 (79.7%) | 27 (20.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 685 (78.6%) | 187 (21.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in McPherson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 115 (86.5%) | 18 (13.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 217 (76.9%) | 65 (23.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 186 (73.5%) | 67 (26.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 167 (81.9%) | 37 (18.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in McPherson County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 126 | 14.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 85 | 9.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 119 | 13.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 173 | 19.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 201 | 23.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 122 | 14.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 46 | 5.3% |
| Total | 872 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in McPherson County
Median Income by Occupancy in McPherson County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 685 (78.6%) | $60,947 |
| Renter-Occupied | 187 (21.4%) | $41,250 |
| Average | 872 (100.0%) | $58,529 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in McPherson County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 19 (2.8%) | 5 (2.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 24 (3.5%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 60 (8.8%) | 15 (8.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 22 (3.2%) | 16 (8.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 30 (4.4%) | 27 (14.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 64 (9.3%) | 25 (13.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 55 (8.0%) | 18 (9.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 159 (23.2%) | 19 (10.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 74 (10.8%) | 22 (11.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 110 (16.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 68 (9.9%) | 38 (20.3%) |
| Total | 685 (100.0%) | 187 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in McPherson County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 143 (20.9%) | 7 (3.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 189 (27.6%) | 28 (15.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 171 (25.0%) | 65 (34.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 68 (9.9%) | 21 (11.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 72 (10.5%) | 3 (1.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 24 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 6 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 3 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 9 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 685 (100.0%) | 187 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in McPherson County
Housing Structures in McPherson County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 743 | 85.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 7 | 0.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 14 | 1.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 36 | 4.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 36 | 4.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 36 | 4.1% |
| Total | 872 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in McPherson County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 652 (87.7%) | 91 (12.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 2 (28.6%) | 5 (71.4%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 6 (42.9%) | 8 (57.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 25 (69.4%) | 11 (30.6%) |
| Total | 685 (78.6%) | 187 (21.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in McPherson County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 4 (0.6%) | 43 (23.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 193 (28.2%) | 93 (49.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 223 (32.6%) | 24 (12.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 265 (38.7%) | 27 (14.4%) |
| Total | 685 (100.0%) | 187 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in McPherson County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 29 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 260 (38.0%) | 53 (28.3%) |
| Electricity | 135 (19.7%) | 102 (54.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 202 (29.5%) | 27 (14.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 51 (7.4%) | 3 (1.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 8 (1.2%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| Total | 685 (100.0%) | 187 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in McPherson County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 20 (2.9%) | 17 (9.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 180 (26.3%) | 76 (40.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 223 (32.6%) | 31 (16.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 262 (38.3%) | 63 (33.7%) |
| Total | 685 (100.0%) | 187 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in McPherson County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in McPherson County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 553 | 132 |
| Median Property Value | $70,500 | $112,500 |
| Median Household Income | $55,650 | $12 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $443 | $9 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,018 | $14 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in McPherson County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 198 (35.8%) | 20 (15.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 177 (32.0%) | 40 (30.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 135 (24.4%) | 58 (43.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 31 (5.6%) | 5 (3.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 5 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 1 (0.2%) | 5 (3.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 6 (1.1%) | 4 (3.0%) |
| Total | 553 (100.0%) | 132 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in McPherson County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 43 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 97 (17.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 57 (10.3%) | 15 (11.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 55 (10.0%) | 7 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 110 (19.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 43 (7.8%) | 49 (37.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 92 (16.6%) | 31 (23.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 56 (10.1%) | 18 (13.6%) |
| Total | 553 (100.0%) | 132 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in McPherson County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 338 (61.1%) | 74,342 (56,319.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 80 (14.5%) | 90 (68.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 24 (4.3%) | 4 (3.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 95 (17.2%) | 26 (19.7%) |
| Total | 553 (100.0%) | 132 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in McPherson County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 247 (44.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 72 (13.0%) | 36 (27.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 213 (38.5%) | 31 (23.5%) |
| Total | 553 (100.0%) | 132 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in McPherson County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in McPherson County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 184 (97.4%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 246 (92.1%) | 21 (7.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 143 (99.3%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 195 (87.8%) | 27 (12.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 159 (94.6%) | 9 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 150 (67.0%) | 74 (33.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 325 (96.2%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 324 (99.4%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 269 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,995 (92.9%) | 152 (7.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in McPherson County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 184 (97.4%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 246 (92.1%) | 21 (7.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 143 (99.3%) | 1 (0.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in McPherson County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 246 (86.9%) | 37 (13.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 333 (97.4%) | 9 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 349 (85.1%) | 61 (14.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 321 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 619 (94.1%) | 39 (5.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in McPherson County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 31 (16.4%) | 156 (82.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 53 (19.9%) | 208 (77.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 9 (6.2%) | 134 (93.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 9 (4.1%) | 189 (85.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 23 (13.7%) | 159 (94.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 19 (8.5%) | 137 (61.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 61 (18.0%) | 289 (85.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 313 (96.0%) | 143 (43.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 269 (100.0%) | 95 (35.3%) |
| Total | 787 (36.7%) | 1,510 (70.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in McPherson County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (27.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 38 (9.8%) | 60 (17.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (21.2%) | 26 (19.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (31.2%) | 46 (31.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in McPherson County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 10 (2.6%) | 5 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (16.8%) | 26 (18.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (27.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (5.2%) | 14 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.6%) | 16 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (16.0%) | 19 (13.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (8.0%) | 6 (4.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9 (2.3%) | 58 (16.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (14.3%) | 26 (19.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (7.2%) | 21 (14.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3 (0.8%) | 24 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.1%) |
Technology Access in McPherson County
Computing Device Access in McPherson County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 586 | 67.2% |
| Smartphone | 638 | 73.2% |
| Tablet | 362 | 41.5% |
| No Computing Device | 175 | 20.1% |
| Total | 872 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in McPherson County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 536 | 61.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 80 | 9.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 51 | 5.9% |
| No Internet | 248 | 28.4% |
| Total | 872 | 100.0% |
McPherson County Summary
McPherson County, South Dakota is located in the north-central part of the state, and is bordered by Edmunds, Brown, Spink, and Faulk counties. The county seat is Leola, and the county was named after Alexander McPherson, a pioneer settler. The county has a total area of 845 square miles, and a population of 3,845 as of the 2010 census.
Geography
McPherson County is located in the north-central part of South Dakota, and is bordered by Edmunds, Brown, Spink, and Faulk counties. The county has a total area of 845 square miles, and is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is drained by the James River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Leola, Lake Preston, and Lake Traverse.
The county is located in the Missouri Coteau, a region of rolling hills and prairies. The county is mostly covered in grasslands, with some areas of cropland and woodlands. The county is also home to several wildlife refuges, including the McPherson Valley National Wildlife Refuge, which is located in the western part of the county.
Climate
McPherson County has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 48°F, and the average annual precipitation is 17.5 inches. The county is prone to severe weather, including tornadoes, hail, and thunderstorms.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 3,845 people, 1,541 households, and 1,039 families living in McPherson County. The population density was 4.6 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% 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 $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,938. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
McPherson County is primarily an agricultural county, with the majority of the population employed in farming and ranching. The county is home to several large farms, including the McPherson Ranch, which is one of the largest cattle ranches in the state. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few gas stations.
The county is also home to several oil and gas wells, and is a major producer of oil and gas in the state. The county is also home to several wind farms, which provide renewable energy to the region.
Conclusion
McPherson County, South Dakota is located in the north-central part of the state, and is bordered by Edmunds, Brown, Spink, and Faulk counties. The county has a total area of 845 square miles, and a population of 3,845 as of the 2010 census. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is primarily an agricultural county, with the majority of the population employed in farming and ranching. The county is also home to several oil and gas wells, and is a major producer of oil and gas in the state. The county is also home to several wind farms, which provide renewable energy to the region.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of McPherson County?
Total Population of McPherson County is 2,251.
What is the Total Male Population of McPherson County?
Total Male Population of McPherson County is 1,101.
What is the Total Female Population of McPherson County?
Total Female Population of McPherson County is 1,150.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in McPherson County?
There are 95.74 Males per 100 Females in McPherson County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in McPherson County?
There are 104.45 Females per 100 Males in McPherson County.
What is the Median Population Age in McPherson County?
Median Population Age in McPherson County is 50.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in McPherson County
Average Family Size in McPherson County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in McPherson County
Average Household Size in McPherson County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in McPherson County?
Per Capita income in McPherson County is $41,144.
What is the Median Family Income in McPherson County?
Median Family Income in McPherson County is $71,389.
What is the Median Household income in McPherson County?
Median Household Income in McPherson County is $58,529.
What is Income or Wage Gap in McPherson County?
Income or Wage Gap in McPherson County is 42.2%.
Women in McPherson County earn 57.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in McPherson County?
Inequality or Gini Index in McPherson County is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in McPherson County?
There are 1,076 People in the Labor Forcein in McPherson County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in McPherson County?
58.2% of People are in the Labor Force in McPherson County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in McPherson County?
Unemployment Rate in McPherson County is 0.3%.