Miner County, SD

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Miner County Overview

2,312
TOTAL POPULATION
1,167
MALE POPULATION
1,145
FEMALE POPULATION
101.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.11
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,033
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,011
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,037
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,139
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Miner County Area Codes

Race in Miner County

The most populous races in Miner County are White / Caucasian (2,214 | 95.8%), Hispanic or Latino (67 | 2.9%), and Two or more Races (32 | 1.4%).
Race in Miner County
Race# Population% Population
Asian100.4%
Black / African American130.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino672.9%
Native / Alaskan311.3%
White / Caucasian2,21495.8%
Two or more Races321.4%
Some other Race120.5%
Total2,312100.0%

Ancestry in Miner County

The most populous ancestries reported in Miner County are German (938 | 40.6%), Norwegian (345 | 14.9%), Irish (237 | 10.2%), American (181 | 7.8%), and Swedish (97 | 4.2%), together accounting for 77.8% of all Miner County residents.
Ancestry in Miner County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1817.8%
Belgian30.1%
Bhutanese90.4%
British80.4%
Burmese10.0%
Canadian341.5%
Czech60.3%
Czechoslovakian40.2%
Danish180.8%
Dutch130.6%
English813.5%
European10.0%
Finnish30.1%
French200.9%
French Canadian30.1%
German93840.6%
Irish23710.2%
Italian90.4%
Jamaican50.2%
Luxembourger321.4%
Mexican451.9%
Norwegian34514.9%
Pennsylvania German220.9%
Polish100.4%
Puerto Rican120.5%
Scandinavian200.9%
Scottish40.2%
Serbian20.1%
Sioux301.3%
Spaniard100.4%
Swedish974.2%
Welsh271.2%
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Immigrants in Miner County

Immigrants in Miner County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Miner County

Sex and Age in Miner County

The most populous age groups in Miner County are 60 to 64 Years (134 | 11.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (103 | 9.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Miner County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years46 (3.9%)65 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Years75 (6.4%)42 (3.7%)
10 to 14 Years75 (6.4%)99 (8.6%)
15 to 19 Years92 (7.9%)55 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Years38 (3.3%)64 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years60 (5.1%)43 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years53 (4.5%)56 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years53 (4.5%)48 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Years47 (4.0%)49 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years83 (7.1%)65 (5.7%)
50 to 54 Years60 (5.1%)74 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years85 (7.3%)103 (9.0%)
60 to 64 Years134 (11.5%)89 (7.8%)
65 to 69 Years99 (8.5%)79 (6.9%)
70 to 74 Years58 (5.0%)85 (7.4%)
75 to 79 Years64 (5.5%)41 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years8 (0.7%)35 (3.1%)
85 Years and over37 (3.2%)53 (4.6%)
Total1,167 (100.0%)1,145 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Miner County

Median Family Size in Miner County

The median family size in Miner County is 3.14 persons per family, with single male/father families (54 | 9.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (38 | 6.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.87 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Miner County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple479 (83.9%)3.13
Single Male/Father54 (9.5%)3.46
Single Female/Mother38 (6.7%)2.87
Total Families571 (100.0%)3.14

Median Household Size in Miner County

The median household size in Miner County is 2.48 persons per household, with single male/father households (54 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.87 persons per household. non-family households (339 | 37.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Miner County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple479 (52.6%)3.13
Single Male/Father54 (5.9%)4.87
Single Female/Mother38 (4.2%)2.87
Non-family339 (37.2%)1.15
Total Households910 (100.0%)2.48

Household Size by Marriage Status in Miner County

Out of a total of 910 households in Miner County, 571 (62.7%) are family households, while 339 (37.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 306, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 306.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Miner County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-306 (33.6%)
2-Person Households306 (33.6%)33 (3.6%)
3-Person Households95 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households94 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households48 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households21 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total571 (62.7%)339 (37.2%)

Female Fertility in Miner County

Fertility by Age in Miner County

Average fertility rate in Miner County is 58.0 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 65.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Miner County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years15 (65.2%)92.0
35 to 50 years8 (34.8%)44.0
Total23 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Miner County

91.3% of women with births (23) in Miner County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 13.3% 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.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Miner County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years13 (86.7%)2 (13.3%)
35 to 50 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)

Fertility by Education in Miner County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Miner County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma4 (17.4%)31.0
College or Associate's Degree9 (39.1%)78.0
Bachelor's Degree10 (43.5%)172.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total23 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Miner County

8.7% of women with births in Miner County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Miner County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
College or Associate's Degree9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)

Income in Miner County

Income Overview in Miner County

Per Capita Income in Miner County is $32,033, while median incomes of families and households are $88,011 and $62,037 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,312$32,033
Median Family Income571$88,011
Mean Family Income571$96,103
Median Household Income910$62,037
Mean Household Income910$76,169
Income Deficit571$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,31232.94%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,31267.06¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,3120.43

Earnings by Sex in Miner County

Average Earnings in Miner County are $36,211, $46,083 for men and $30,901 for women, a difference of 32.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Miner County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male654 (51.9%)$46,083
Female605 (48.0%)$30,901
Total1,259 (100.0%)$36,211

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Miner County

The most common earnings brackets in Miner County are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (92 | 14.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (102 | 16.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Miner County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less29 (4.4%)23 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99933 (5.1%)18 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49920 (3.1%)40 (6.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99910 (1.5%)6 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (0.8%)14 (2.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9991 (0.2%)36 (5.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (1.4%)25 (4.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99926 (4.0%)7 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49918 (2.8%)8 (1.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9995 (0.8%)43 (7.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99922 (3.4%)58 (9.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99956 (8.6%)102 (16.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99931 (4.7%)58 (9.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99936 (5.5%)35 (5.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99984 (12.8%)38 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (3.2%)11 (1.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99981 (12.4%)38 (6.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99992 (14.1%)18 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99940 (6.1%)5 (0.8%)
$100,000+35 (5.3%)22 (3.6%)
Total654 (100.0%)605 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Miner County

Average earnings in Miner County are $47,760 for men and $31,857 for women, a difference of 33.3%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,182, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $45,682. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,500, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,125.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Miner County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$45,682$0
High School Diploma$47,419$27,125
College or Associate's Degree$58,182$31,890
Bachelor's Degree$46,771$44,063
Graduate Degree$56,250$57,500
Total$47,760$31,857

Family Income in Miner County

Family Income Brackets in Miner County

According to the Miner County family income data, there are 190 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Miner County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000234.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999254.4%
$25,000 to $34,999315.4%
$35,000 to $49,9999416.5%
$50,000 to $74,9997312.8%
$75,000 to $99,9997012.3%
$100,000 to $149,99919033.3%
$150,000 to $199,999356.1%
$200,000+305.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Miner County

7+ person families (15 | 2.6%) account for the highest median family income in Miner County with $157,188 per family, while 2-person families (313 | 54.8%) have the highest median income of $42,734 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Miner County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families313 (54.8%)$85,469
3-Person Families97 (17.0%)$94,375
4-Person Families92 (16.1%)$84,643
5-Person Families54 (9.5%)$109,722
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families15 (2.6%)$157,188
Total571 (100.0%)$88,011

Family Income by Number of Earners in Miner County

The median family income in Miner County is $88,011, with families comprising 3+ earners (62) having the highest median family income of $115,500, while families with no earners (68) have the lowest median family income of $38,750, accounting for 10.9% and 11.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Miner County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners68 (11.9%)$38,750
1 Earner149 (26.1%)$47,019
2 Earners292 (51.1%)$107,500
3+ Earners62 (10.9%)$115,500
Total571 (100.0%)$88,011

Household Income in Miner County

Household Income Brackets in Miner County

With 194 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Miner County, accounting for 21.3% of all households. In contrast, only 32 households (3.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Miner County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000667.3%
$10,000 to $14,999323.5%
$15,000 to $24,999859.3%
$25,000 to $34,999677.4%
$35,000 to $49,99913114.4%
$50,000 to $74,99916718.4%
$75,000 to $99,9999910.9%
$100,000 to $149,99919421.3%
$150,000 to $199,999353.8%
$200,000+343.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Miner County

The median household income in Miner County is $62,037, with the highest median household income of $75,938 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 217 households (23.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $43,684, with 306 households (33.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Miner County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (0.7%)$60,000
25 to 44 Years217 (23.8%)$75,938
45 to 64 Years381 (41.9%)$59,375
65+ Years306 (33.6%)$43,684
Total910 (100.0%)$62,037

Poverty in Miner County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Miner County

With 12.0% poverty level for males and 8.9% for females among the residents of Miner County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 8 males (57.1%) and 40 females (49.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Miner County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years30 (26.6%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years13 (54.2%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years8 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (21.4%)6 (16.2%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)40 (49.4%)
25 to 34 Years8 (7.1%)10 (10.1%)
35 to 44 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years33 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years14 (6.4%)9 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (10.4%)15 (9.1%)
75 Years and over3 (3.0%)16 (15.1%)
Total138 (12.0%)98 (8.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Miner County

According to the poverty statistics in Miner County, males aged under 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Miner County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years37 (100.0%)57 (96.6%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years83 (73.5%)64 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years11 (45.8%)65 (100.0%)
15 Years6 (42.9%)1 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (78.6%)31 (83.8%)
18 to 24 Years74 (100.0%)41 (50.6%)
25 to 34 Years105 (92.9%)89 (89.9%)
35 to 44 Years96 (96.0%)97 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years110 (76.9%)135 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years205 (93.6%)172 (95.0%)
65 to 74 Years138 (89.6%)149 (90.8%)
75 Years and over96 (97.0%)90 (84.9%)
Total1,007 (87.9%)1,003 (91.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Miner County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Miner County show that 1.9% or 9 of the total 479 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.3%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Miner County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children298 (97.7%)7 (2.3%)
1 or 2 Children116 (98.3%)2 (1.7%)
3 or 4 Children47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total470 (98.1%)9 (1.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Miner County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Miner County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children18 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (37.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Miner County

The poverty data for Miner County shows that 9 of the married-couple family households (1.9%) and 20 of the single-parent households (21.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (2.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 household (75.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Miner County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (2.3%)2 (8.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)18 (75.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (1.9%)20 (21.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Miner County

Employment by Class of Employer in Miner County

Among the 1,111 employed individuals in Miner County, private company employees (568 | 51.1%), not-for-profit organizations (172 | 15.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (170 | 15.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Miner County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees56851.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)444.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)17015.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations17215.5%
Local Government Employees1029.2%
State Government Employees403.6%
Federal Government Employees100.9%
Unpaid Family Workers50.4%
Total1,111100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Miner County

According to the labor force statistics for Miner County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,895), 60.1% or 1,139 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 16 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 109 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.1% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Miner County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years47 (35.6%)9 (19.1%)
20 to 24 Years51 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years68 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years192 (97.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years216 (76.6%)2 (0.9%)
55 to 59 Years160 (85.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years155 (69.5%)5 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years122 (38.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,139 (60.1%)16 (1.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Miner County

According to labor force statistics for Miner County, 81.7% of individuals (900) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,102) are in the labor force, with 0.8% or 7 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 94.1% or 160 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.0% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Miner County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School68 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma353 (81.9%)9 (2.0%)
College / Associate Degree319 (80.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher160 (94.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total900 (81.7%)9 (0.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Miner County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Miner County are Management (177 | 15.8%), Community & Social Service (118 | 10.5%), Education Instruction & Library (82 | 7.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (70 | 6.2%), and Business & Financial (45 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Miner County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Miner County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Management (75.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (98.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Miner County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management134 (75.7%)43 (24.3%)
Business & Financial12 (26.7%)33 (73.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science19 (59.4%)13 (40.6%)
Computers & Mathematics12 (66.7%)6 (33.3%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 23 (19.5%)95 (80.5%)
Education, Arts & Media20 (58.8%)14 (41.2%)
Legal Services & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library1 (1.2%)81 (98.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Total (Category)188 (42.5%)254 (57.5%)
Total (Overall)589 (52.5%)533 (47.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Miner County are Healthcare Support (49 | 4.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (38 | 3.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (29 | 2.6%), Personal Care & Service (16 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (9 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Miner County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Miner County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (86.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Miner County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Security & Protection9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving5 (13.2%)33 (86.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Category)43 (30.5%)98 (69.5%)
Total (Overall)589 (52.5%)533 (47.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Miner County are Office & Administration (125 | 11.1%), and Sales & Related (81 | 7.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Miner County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Miner County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related48 (59.3%)33 (40.7%)
Office & Administration33 (26.4%)92 (73.6%)
Total (Category)81 (39.3%)125 (60.7%)
Total (Overall)589 (52.5%)533 (47.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Miner County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (65 | 5.8%), Construction & Extraction (34 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (20 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Miner County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Miner County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)589 (52.5%)533 (47.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Miner County are Production (147 | 13.1%), Transportation (50 | 4.5%), and Material Moving (17 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Miner County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Miner County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production98 (66.7%)49 (33.3%)
Transportation47 (94.0%)3 (6.0%)
Material Moving13 (76.5%)4 (23.5%)
Total (Category)158 (73.8%)56 (26.2%)
Total (Overall)589 (52.5%)533 (47.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Miner County

Employment Industries in Miner County

The major employment industries in Miner County include Health Care & Social Assistance (208 | 18.5%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (150 | 13.4%), Manufacturing (132 | 11.8%), Educational Services (109 | 9.7%), and Retail Trade (96 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Miner County

Employment Industries by Sex in Miner County

The Miner County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (94.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (95.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (91.8%), and Educational Services (90.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Miner County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting141 (94.0%)9 (6.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction53 (88.3%)7 (11.7%)
Manufacturing75 (56.8%)57 (43.2%)
Wholesale Trade40 (87.0%)6 (13.0%)
Retail Trade43 (44.8%)53 (55.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing46 (93.9%)3 (6.1%)
Utilities37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Finance & Insurance14 (42.4%)19 (57.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific9 (64.3%)5 (35.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Educational Services10 (9.2%)99 (90.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance17 (8.2%)191 (91.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services1 (4.8%)20 (95.2%)
Public Administration9 (24.3%)28 (75.7%)
Total589 (52.5%)533 (47.5%)

Education in Miner County

School Enrollment in Miner County

The most common levels of schooling among the 453 students in Miner County are high school (146 | 32.2%), middle school (122 | 26.9%), and elementary school (99 | 21.8%).
School Enrollment in Miner County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool337.3%
Kindergarten81.8%
Elementary School9921.8%
Middle School12226.9%
High School14632.2%
College / Undergraduate357.7%
Graduate / Professional102.2%
Total453100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Miner County

Out of a total of 453 students who are enrolled in schools in Miner County, 25 (5.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 428 (94.5%) 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 8 (47.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 174 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Miner County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds9 (52.9%)8 (47.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old90 (90.0%)10 (10.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds174 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds87 (92.5%)7 (7.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total428 (94.5%)25 (5.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Miner County

Education (88 | 29.6%), science & technology (76 | 25.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (50 | 16.8%), business (27 | 9.1%), and arts & humanities (19 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 297 individuals in Miner County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Miner County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics62.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5016.8%
Physical & Health Sciences72.4%
Psychology41.3%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering41.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology7625.6%
Business279.1%
Education8829.6%
Literature & Languages51.7%
Liberal Arts & History62.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications51.7%
Arts & Humanities196.4%
Total297100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Miner County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Miner County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Miner County are males with 3 vehicles (181, accounting for 30.7%) and females with 3 vehicles (151, making up 34.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Miner County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle29 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle66 (11.2%)48 (9.2%)
2 Vehicles138 (23.4%)142 (27.2%)
3 Vehicles181 (30.7%)151 (28.9%)
4 Vehicles61 (10.4%)61 (11.7%)
5 or more Vehicles114 (19.4%)120 (23.0%)
Total589 (100.0%)522 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Miner County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Miner County are less than 5 minutes (191 commuters, 19.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (172 commuters, 17.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (132 commuters, 13.5%).
Commute Time in Miner County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes19119.5%
5 to 9 Minutes17217.5%
10 to 14 Minutes13213.5%
15 to 19 Minutes9910.1%
20 to 24 Minutes858.7%
25 to 29 Minutes585.9%
30 to 34 Minutes868.8%
35 to 39 Minutes191.9%
40 to 44 Minutes151.5%
45 to 59 Minutes484.9%
60 to 89 Minutes656.6%
90 or more Minutes111.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Miner County

The most common commute times in Miner County are less than 5 minutes (140 commuters, 27.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (140 commuters, 30.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Miner County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes140 (27.0%)51 (11.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (6.2%)140 (30.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes65 (12.6%)67 (14.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes48 (9.3%)51 (11.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes55 (10.6%)30 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes36 (7.0%)22 (4.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes67 (12.9%)19 (4.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes5 (1.0%)14 (3.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes13 (2.5%)2 (0.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes13 (2.5%)35 (7.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes39 (7.5%)26 (5.6%)
90 or more Minutes5 (1.0%)6 (1.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Miner County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Miner County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (119, 23.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (151, 32.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Miner County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM20 (3.9%)3 (0.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM79 (15.2%)33 (7.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM13 (2.5%)19 (4.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM42 (8.1%)17 (3.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM57 (11.0%)16 (3.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM49 (9.5%)92 (19.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM119 (23.0%)151 (32.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM70 (13.5%)20 (4.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2 (0.4%)18 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM7 (1.3%)27 (5.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM7 (1.3%)7 (1.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM35 (6.8%)28 (6.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM17 (3.3%)32 (6.9%)
Total518 (100.0%)463 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Miner County

Occupancy by Ownership in Miner County

Of the total 910 dwellings in Miner County, owner-occupied units account for 738 (81.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 172 (18.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Miner County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units73881.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units17218.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units910100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Miner County

Occupancy by Household Size in Miner County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household30633.6%
2-Person Household33937.2%
3-Person Household9510.4%
4+ Person Household17018.7%
Total Housing Units910100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Miner County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Miner County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household199 (65.0%)107 (35.0%)
2-Person Household296 (87.3%)43 (12.7%)
3-Person Household89 (93.7%)6 (6.3%)
4+ Person Household154 (90.6%)16 (9.4%)
Total Housing Units738 (81.1%)172 (18.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Miner County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Miner County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School42 (72.4%)16 (27.6%)
High School Diploma304 (80.6%)73 (19.4%)
College/Associate Degree247 (80.7%)59 (19.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher145 (85.8%)24 (14.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Miner County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Miner County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years11712.9%
35 to 44 Years10611.7%
45 to 54 Years18220.0%
55 to 64 Years19921.9%
65 to 74 Years17819.6%
75 to 84 Years758.2%
85 Years and Over535.8%
Total910100.0%

Housing Finances in Miner County

Median Income by Occupancy in Miner County

Median Income by Occupancy in Miner County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied738 (81.1%)$67,750
Renter-Occupied172 (18.9%)$44,464
Average910 (100.0%)$62,037

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Miner County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Miner County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00045 (6.1%)4 (2.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (0.9%)10 (5.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99923 (3.1%)9 (5.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99941 (5.6%)7 (4.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99914 (1.9%)23 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99945 (6.1%)22 (12.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999117 (15.9%)14 (8.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999119 (16.1%)48 (27.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (10.2%)24 (14.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999183 (24.8%)11 (6.4%)
$150,000 or more69 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total738 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Miner County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Miner County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30064 (8.7%)16 (9.3%)
$300 to $499211 (28.6%)21 (12.2%)
$500 to $799169 (22.9%)66 (38.4%)
$800 to $99953 (7.2%)7 (4.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499157 (21.3%)12 (7.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99952 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49919 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more8 (1.1%)10 (5.8%)
Total738 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Miner County

Housing Structures in Miner County

Housing Structures in Miner County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached79086.8%
Single Unit, Attached40.4%
2 Unit Apartments70.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments182.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments323.5%
10 or more Apartments495.4%
Mobile Home / Other101.1%
Total910100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Miner County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Miner County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached723 (91.5%)67 (8.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5 (15.6%)27 (84.4%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total738 (81.1%)172 (18.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Miner County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Miner County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)13 (7.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms17 (2.3%)58 (33.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms188 (25.5%)35 (20.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms247 (33.5%)28 (16.3%)
8 or more Rooms286 (38.8%)38 (22.1%)
Total738 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Miner County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Miner County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas173 (23.4%)36 (20.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas293 (39.7%)23 (13.4%)
Electricity228 (30.9%)82 (47.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene11 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels33 (4.5%)18 (10.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)13 (7.6%)
Total738 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Miner County

Household Vehicle Usage in Miner County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle7 (0.9%)29 (16.9%)
1 Vehicle108 (14.6%)83 (48.3%)
2 Vehicles259 (35.1%)31 (18.0%)
3 or more Vehicles364 (49.3%)29 (16.9%)
Total738 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Miner County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Miner County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units485253
Median Property Value$79,500$118,200
Median Household Income$66,250$17
Monthly Housing Costs$472$5
Real Estate Taxes$973$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Miner County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Miner County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000122 (25.2%)41 (16.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999160 (33.0%)60 (23.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999150 (30.9%)93 (36.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99927 (5.6%)33 (13.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99921 (4.3%)20 (7.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.4%)
$1,000,000 or more5 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total485 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Miner County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Miner County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00032 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99978 (16.1%)20 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99937 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99950 (10.3%)8 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99996 (19.8%)67 (26.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (6.8%)23 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999107 (22.1%)42 (16.6%)
$150,000 or more52 (10.7%)76 (30.0%)
Total485 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Miner County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Miner County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x260 (53.6%)83,438 (32,979.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x71 (14.6%)123 (48.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x34 (7.0%)41 (16.2%)
4.0x or more101 (20.8%)22 (8.7%)
Total485 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Miner County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Miner County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800177 (36.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499161 (33.2%)42 (16.6%)
$800 to $1,499137 (28.2%)66 (26.1%)
Total485 (100.0%)253 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Miner County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Miner County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Miner County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years134 (98.5%)2 (1.5%)
6 to 18 Years359 (94.0%)23 (6.0%)
19 to 25 Years161 (97.0%)5 (3.0%)
26 to 34 Years161 (89.9%)18 (10.1%)
35 to 44 Years183 (92.9%)14 (7.1%)
45 to 54 Years200 (71.9%)78 (28.1%)
55 to 64 Years358 (89.5%)42 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years318 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,079 (91.9%)182 (8.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Miner County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Miner County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born134 (98.5%)2 (1.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen359 (94.0%)23 (6.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen161 (97.0%)5 (3.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Miner County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Miner County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000220 (83.3%)44 (16.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999384 (87.7%)54 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999317 (88.3%)42 (11.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999320 (91.9%)28 (8.1%)
$100,000 and over838 (98.4%)14 (1.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Miner County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Miner County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 623 (16.9%)111 (81.6%)
6 to 18 Years72 (18.9%)309 (80.9%)
19 to 25 Years40 (24.1%)121 (72.9%)
25 to 34 Years6 (3.4%)161 (89.9%)
35 to 44 Years14 (7.1%)169 (85.8%)
45 to 54 Years39 (14.0%)181 (65.1%)
55 to 64 Years26 (6.5%)338 (84.5%)
65 to 74 Years305 (95.9%)176 (55.3%)
75 Years and over205 (100.0%)101 (49.3%)
Total730 (32.3%)1,667 (73.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Miner County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Miner County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (6.3%)4 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years18 (9.6%)2 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years92 (19.9%)57 (13.8%)
65 to 74 Years66 (42.9%)42 (25.6%)
75 Years and over56 (56.6%)56 (52.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Miner County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Miner County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (5.8%)5 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years21 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (11.1%)17 (16.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Miner County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years5 (3.3%)13 (7.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (14.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Miner County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6 (2.9%)4 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years18 (9.6%)2 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years28 (6.1%)33 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (10.4%)29 (17.7%)
75 Years and over14 (14.1%)9 (8.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Miner County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years70 (15.1%)16 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years50 (32.5%)14 (8.5%)
75 Years and over39 (39.4%)47 (44.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Miner County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.3%)6 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years11 (7.1%)8 (4.9%)
75 Years and over34 (34.3%)12 (11.3%)

Technology Access in Miner County

Computing Device Access in Miner County

Computing Device Access in Miner County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop65171.5%
Smartphone75583.0%
Tablet52557.7%
No Computing Device687.5%
Total910100.0%

Internet Access in Miner County

Internet Access in Miner County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home54159.5%
Cellular Data Only12113.3%
Satellite Internet384.2%
No Internet21323.4%
Total910100.0%

Miner County Summary

Miner County is located in the southeastern corner of South Dakota, and is bordered by Moody County to the north, Lake County to the east, McCook County to the south, and Hutchinson County to the west. The county seat is Howard, and the county was named after Henry Miner, a prominent early settler. As of the 2010 census, the population of Miner County was 2,921, making it the second least populous county in South Dakota.

Geography

Miner County covers an area of 576 square miles, making it the fourth smallest county in South Dakota. The terrain is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the western part of the county. The county is drained by the Big Sioux River, which flows through the northern part of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Madison, Lake Herman, and Lake Poinsett.
The county is located in the Coteau des Prairies, a region of rolling hills and prairies that stretches from the Minnesota border to the Missouri River. The county is mostly rural, with the majority of the population living in small towns and rural areas.

Climate

Miner 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 22 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 2,921 people, 1,093 households, and 745 families living in Miner County. The population density was 5.1 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the county was $19,945. 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

Miner County is primarily an agricultural county, with the majority of the population employed in farming and related industries. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few retail stores.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer, a plastics manufacturer, and a metal fabrication company. The county is also home to a few small energy companies, including a wind farm and a solar energy company.
The county is served by two school districts, Howard-Willow Lake School District and Hanson School District. The county is also home to a few small colleges, including Dakota State University and South Dakota State University.

Conclusion

Miner County is a rural county located in the southeastern corner of South Dakota. The county is mostly agricultural, with the majority of the population employed in farming and related industries. The county is also home to several small businesses, manufacturing companies, and energy companies. The county is served by two school districts, and is home to a few small colleges.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Miner County?
Total Population of Miner County is 2,312.
What is the Total Male Population of Miner County?
Total Male Population of Miner County is 1,167.
What is the Total Female Population of Miner County?
Total Female Population of Miner County is 1,145.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Miner County?
There are 101.92 Males per 100 Females in Miner County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Miner County?
There are 98.11 Females per 100 Males in Miner County.
What is the Median Population Age in Miner County?
Median Population Age in Miner County is 48.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Miner County
Average Family Size in Miner County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Miner County
Average Household Size in Miner County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Miner County?
Per Capita income in Miner County is $32,033.
What is the Median Family Income in Miner County?
Median Family Income in Miner County is $88,011.
What is the Median Household income in Miner County?
Median Household Income in Miner County is $62,037.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Miner County?
Income or Wage Gap in Miner County is 32.9%.
Women in Miner County earn 67.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Miner County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Miner County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Miner County?
There are 1,139 People in the Labor Forcein in Miner County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Miner County?
60.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Miner County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Miner County?
Unemployment Rate in Miner County is 1.4%.