Ashland County, WI
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16,041
TOTAL POPULATION
8,256
MALE POPULATION
7,785
FEMALE POPULATION
106.05
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.30
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,563
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,282
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,000
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,813
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,072
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ashland County Area Codes
Race in Ashland County
The most populous races in Ashland County are White / Caucasian (13,331 | 83.1%), Native / Alaskan (1,586 | 9.9%), and Two or more Races (712 | 4.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 119 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 249 | 1.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 7 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 524 | 3.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 1,586 | 9.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 13,331 | 83.1% |
| Two or more Races | 712 | 4.4% |
| Some other Race | 37 | 0.2% |
| Total | 16,041 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ashland County
The most populous ancestries reported in Ashland County are German (4,644 | 28.9%), Chippewa (1,677 | 10.4%), Irish (1,493 | 9.3%), Polish (1,442 | 9.0%), and Finnish (1,259 | 7.9%), together accounting for 65.5% of all Ashland County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 17 | 0.1% |
| American | 432 | 2.7% |
| Argentinean | 9 | 0.1% |
| Australian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 43 | 0.3% |
| Bangladeshi | 11 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 50 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 2 | 0.0% |
| British | 17 | 0.1% |
| Bulgarian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 28 | 0.2% |
| Cambodian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 26 | 0.2% |
| Central American Indian | 24 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 1 | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 1,677 | 10.4% |
| Choctaw | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cree | 3 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 235 | 1.5% |
| Cuban | 4 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 338 | 2.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 48 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 137 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 47 | 0.3% |
| English | 914 | 5.7% |
| Estonian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopian | 2 | 0.0% |
| European | 261 | 1.6% |
| Finnish | 1,259 | 7.9% |
| French | 341 | 2.1% |
| French Canadian | 224 | 1.4% |
| German | 4,644 | 28.9% |
| Greek | 95 | 0.6% |
| Haitian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 65 | 0.4% |
| Icelander | 2 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 3 | 0.0% |
| Indonesian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Inupiat | 19 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,493 | 9.3% |
| Iroquois | 4 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 380 | 2.4% |
| Korean | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 49 | 0.3% |
| Luxembourger | 13 | 0.1% |
| Macedonian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 316 | 2.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 36 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 1,131 | 7.0% |
| Peruvian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 1,442 | 9.0% |
| Portuguese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 2 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 164 | 1.0% |
| Russian | 136 | 0.9% |
| Scandinavian | 185 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 66 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 99 | 0.6% |
| Serbian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 3 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 6 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 85 | 0.5% |
| Slovene | 43 | 0.3% |
| South American | 12 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 2 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 1,067 | 6.7% |
| Swiss | 156 | 1.0% |
| Thai | 88 | 0.5% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 19 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 79 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 33 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 5 | 0.0% | View All 77 Rows |
Immigrants in Ashland County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ashland County came from Asia (78 | 0.5%), Europe (58 | 0.4%), Latin America (51 | 0.3%), India (50 | 0.3%), and South Central Asia (50 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Ashland County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 5 | 0.0% |
| Argentina | 9 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 78 | 0.5% |
| Brazil | 2 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 11 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 21 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 19 | 0.1% |
| Croatia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 5 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 11 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 7 | 0.0% |
| England | 2 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 58 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 24 | 0.2% |
| Haiti | 21 | 0.1% |
| India | 50 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 19 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 9 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 14 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 51 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 19 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Norway | 2 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 1 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 11 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 50 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 17 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 19 | 0.1% |
| Sweden | 2 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 24 | 0.2% | View All 32 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ashland County
Sex and Age in Ashland County
The most populous age groups in Ashland County are 55 to 59 Years (714 | 8.6%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (691 | 8.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 476 (5.8%) | 393 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 538 (6.5%) | 417 (5.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 459 (5.6%) | 454 (5.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 698 (8.5%) | 509 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 516 (6.2%) | 445 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 447 (5.4%) | 391 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 440 (5.3%) | 465 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 615 (7.4%) | 349 (4.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 295 (3.6%) | 550 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 446 (5.4%) | 383 (4.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 495 (6.0%) | 451 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 714 (8.6%) | 592 (7.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 539 (6.5%) | 691 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 594 (7.2%) | 591 (7.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 433 (5.2%) | 397 (5.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 276 (3.3%) | 316 (4.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 137 (1.7%) | 109 (1.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 138 (1.7%) | 282 (3.6%) |
| Total | 8,256 (100.0%) | 7,785 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ashland County
Median Family Size in Ashland County
The median family size in Ashland County is 2.97 persons per family, with single female/mother families (586 | 15.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (206 | 5.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.35 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,052 (79.4%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 206 (5.4%) | 2.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 586 (15.2%) | 3.14 |
| Total Families | 3,844 (100.0%) | 2.97 |
Median Household Size in Ashland County
The median household size in Ashland County is 2.25 persons per household, with single female/mother households (586 | 8.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.43 persons per household. non-family households (3,002 | 43.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,052 (44.6%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 206 (3.0%) | 2.66 |
| Single Female/Mother | 586 (8.6%) | 3.43 |
| Non-family | 3,002 (43.9%) | 1.26 |
| Total Households | 6,846 (100.0%) | 2.25 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ashland County
Out of a total of 6,846 households in Ashland County, 3,844 (56.1%) are family households, while 3,002 (43.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,099, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,447.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,447 (35.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,099 (30.7%) | 466 (6.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 717 (10.5%) | 26 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 591 (8.6%) | 27 (0.4%) |
| 5-Person Households | 192 (2.8%) | 36 (0.5%) |
| 6-Person Households | 135 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 110 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,844 (56.1%) | 3,002 (43.9%) |
Female Fertility in Ashland County
Fertility by Age in Ashland County
Average fertility rate in Ashland County is 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 143.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 56.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 186 (56.0%) | 143.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 146 (44.0%) | 109.0 |
| Total | 332 (100.0%) | 105.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ashland County
64.2% of women with births (332) in Ashland County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 47.3% 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 21.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 98 (52.7%) | 88 (47.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 115 (78.8%) | 31 (21.2%) |
| Total | 213 (64.2%) | 119 (35.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Ashland County
Average fertility rate in Ashland County is 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 162.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 61.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 17 (5.1%) | 41.0 |
| High School Diploma | 72 (21.7%) | 91.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 203 (61.1%) | 162.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (7.2%) | 52.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 16 (4.8%) | 71.0 |
| Total | 332 (100.0%) | 105.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ashland County
35.8% of women with births in Ashland County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 81.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 68.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 6 (35.3%) | 11 (64.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 23 (31.9%) | 49 (68.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 166 (81.8%) | 37 (18.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13 (54.2%) | 11 (45.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5 (31.2%) | 11 (68.8%) |
| Total | 213 (64.2%) | 119 (35.8%) |
Income in Ashland County
Income Overview in Ashland County
Per Capita Income in Ashland County is $31,563, while median incomes of families and households are $76,282 and $57,000 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,041 | $31,563 |
| Median Family Income | 3,844 | $76,282 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,844 | $89,784 |
| Median Household Income | 6,846 | $57,000 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,846 | $71,624 |
| Income Deficit | 3,844 | $9,813 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,041 | 27.28% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,041 | 72.72¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,041 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Ashland County
Average Earnings in Ashland County are $34,631, $39,303 for men and $28,581 for women, a difference of 27.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,620 (52.7%) | $39,303 |
| Female | 4,151 (47.3%) | $28,581 |
| Total | 8,771 (100.0%) | $34,631 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ashland County
The most common earnings brackets in Ashland County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (447 | 9.7%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (416 | 10.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 392 (8.5%) | 358 (8.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 215 (4.6%) | 213 (5.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 176 (3.8%) | 272 (6.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 130 (2.8%) | 107 (2.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 164 (3.5%) | 416 (10.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 163 (3.5%) | 159 (3.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 87 (1.9%) | 65 (1.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 100 (2.2%) | 115 (2.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 89 (1.9%) | 134 (3.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 119 (2.6%) | 76 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 183 (4.0%) | 236 (5.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 262 (5.7%) | 191 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 271 (5.9%) | 388 (9.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 235 (5.1%) | 279 (6.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 233 (5.0%) | 248 (6.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 212 (4.6%) | 129 (3.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 447 (9.7%) | 326 (7.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 338 (7.3%) | 145 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 427 (9.2%) | 150 (3.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 377 (8.2%) | 144 (3.5%) |
| Total | 4,620 (100.0%) | 4,151 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ashland County
Average earnings in Ashland County are $46,236 for men and $35,395 for women, a difference of 23.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $87,647, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $20,139. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,161, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,469.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $20,139 | $24,375 |
| High School Diploma | $40,357 | $15,469 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,500 | $37,642 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,032 | $41,005 |
| Graduate Degree | $87,647 | $51,161 |
| Total | $46,236 | $35,395 |
Family Income in Ashland County
Family Income Brackets in Ashland County
According to the Ashland County family income data, there are 926 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.1% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 104 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 127 | 3.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 204 | 5.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 104 | 2.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 177 | 4.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 361 | 9.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 926 | 24.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 638 | 16.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 815 | 21.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 315 | 8.2% |
| $200,000+ | 177 | 4.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ashland County
7+ person families (109 | 2.8%) account for the highest median family income in Ashland County with $105,236 per family, while 2-person families (2,180 | 56.7%) have the highest median income of $34,476 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,180 (56.7%) | $68,952 |
| 3-Person Families | 704 (18.3%) | $90,278 |
| 4-Person Families | 576 (15.0%) | $103,333 |
| 5-Person Families | 163 (4.2%) | $71,375 |
| 6-Person Families | 112 (2.9%) | $78,333 |
| 7+ Person Families | 109 (2.8%) | $105,236 |
| Total | 3,844 (100.0%) | $76,282 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ashland County
The median family income in Ashland County is $76,282, with families comprising 3+ earners (380) having the highest median family income of $130,750, while families with no earners (700) have the lowest median family income of $50,000, accounting for 9.9% and 18.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 700 (18.2%) | $50,000 |
| 1 Earner | 1,131 (29.4%) | $61,372 |
| 2 Earners | 1,633 (42.5%) | $102,379 |
| 3+ Earners | 380 (9.9%) | $130,750 |
| Total | 3,844 (100.0%) | $76,282 |
Household Income in Ashland County
Household Income Brackets in Ashland County
With 1,417 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Ashland County, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 253 households (3.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 431 | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 520 | 7.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 650 | 9.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 548 | 8.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 883 | 12.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,417 | 20.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 808 | 11.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,013 | 14.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 322 | 4.7% |
| $200,000+ | 253 | 3.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ashland County
The median household income in Ashland County is $57,000, with the highest median household income of $66,635 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,479 households (36.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,582, with 2,290 households (33.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 201 (2.9%) | $47,163 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,876 (27.4%) | $64,167 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,479 (36.2%) | $66,635 |
| 65+ Years | 2,290 (33.5%) | $42,582 |
| Total | 6,846 (100.0%) | $57,000 |
Poverty in Ashland County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ashland County
With 16.1% poverty level for males and 17.2% for females among the residents of Ashland County, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (62.4%) and 141 females (29.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 116 (24.4%) | 60 (16.1%) |
| 5 Years | 83 (62.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 89 (15.8%) | 141 (29.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 22 (7.7%) | 18 (5.5%) |
| 15 Years | 7 (5.1%) | 2 (1.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 47 (16.2%) | 4 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 188 (34.5%) | 137 (23.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 80 (9.3%) | 161 (18.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 74 (8.2%) | 231 (25.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 76 (8.1%) | 93 (11.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 279 (22.4%) | 161 (12.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 132 (13.6%) | 129 (13.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (13.8%) | 161 (25.4%) |
| Total | 1,265 (16.1%) | 1,298 (17.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ashland County
According to the poverty statistics in Ashland County, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.9% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 360 (75.6%) | 313 (83.9%) |
| 5 Years | 50 (37.6%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 476 (84.3%) | 333 (70.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 263 (92.3%) | 309 (94.5%) |
| 15 Years | 129 (94.9%) | 104 (98.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 244 (83.9%) | 136 (97.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 357 (65.5%) | 439 (76.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 780 (90.7%) | 691 (81.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 834 (91.8%) | 668 (74.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 865 (91.9%) | 741 (88.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 969 (77.6%) | 1,122 (87.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 839 (86.4%) | 849 (86.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 450 (86.2%) | 473 (74.6%) |
| Total | 6,616 (84.0%) | 6,227 (82.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ashland County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ashland County show that 3.8% or 115 of the total 3,052 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 5.2%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.3%, which includes 10 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,930 (95.3%) | 96 (4.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 766 (98.7%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 168 (97.1%) | 5 (2.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 73 (94.8%) | 4 (5.2%) |
| Total | 2,937 (96.2%) | 115 (3.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ashland County
According to the poverty data in Ashland County, 22.8% or 47 single-father households and 46.1% or 270 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (42.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (83.3%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (5.3%) | 7 (5.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 41 (28.9%) | 214 (62.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (42.9%) | 44 (40.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (83.3%) |
| Total | 47 (22.8%) | 270 (46.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ashland County
The poverty data for Ashland County shows that 115 of the married-couple family households (3.8%) and 317 of the single-parent households (40.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (5.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (83.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 96 (4.7%) | 10 (5.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 10 (1.3%) | 255 (52.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (2.9%) | 47 (40.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (5.2%) | 5 (83.3%) |
| Total | 115 (3.8%) | 317 (40.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ashland County
Employment by Class of Employer in Ashland County
Among the 7,581 employed individuals in Ashland County, private company employees (4,716 | 62.2%), local government employees (932 | 12.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (773 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,716 | 62.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 342 | 4.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 314 | 4.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 773 | 10.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 932 | 12.3% |
| State Government Employees | 159 | 2.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 316 | 4.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 29 | 0.4% |
| Total | 7,581 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ashland County
According to the labor force statistics for Ashland County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,062), 61.8% or 8,072 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 355 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 91.3% or 1,652 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.5% or 72 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 498 (51.6%) | 72 (14.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 729 (75.9%) | 93 (12.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 759 (90.6%) | 14 (1.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 768 (84.9%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,652 (91.3%) | 64 (3.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,436 (80.9%) | 45 (3.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 904 (69.2%) | 34 (3.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 724 (58.9%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 449 (22.3%) | 13 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 156 (12.4%) | 14 (9.0%) |
| Total | 8,072 (61.8%) | 355 (4.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ashland County
According to labor force statistics for Ashland County, 79.4% of individuals (6,243) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,863) are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 162 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 90.3% or 1,467 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.0% or 18 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 224 (65.5%) | 27 (8.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,984 (74.7%) | 96 (3.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,566 (79.2%) | 84 (2.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,467 (90.3%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| Total | 6,243 (79.4%) | 204 (2.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ashland County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ashland County are Management (745 | 9.7%), Community & Social Service (635 | 8.2%), Education Instruction & Library (363 | 4.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (359 | 4.6%), and Health Technologists (274 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ashland County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (94.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (71.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (61.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.4%), Education, Arts & Media (84.5%), and Health Technologists (83.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 450 (60.4%) | 295 (39.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 119 (45.1%) | 145 (54.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 166 (71.6%) | 66 (28.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 45 (61.6%) | 28 (38.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 96 (94.1%) | 6 (5.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 25 (43.9%) | 32 (56.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 138 (21.7%) | 497 (78.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 26 (15.5%) | 142 (84.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 1 (50.0%) | 1 (50.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 66 (18.2%) | 297 (81.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 45 (44.1%) | 57 (55.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 49 (13.7%) | 310 (86.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 44 (16.1%) | 230 (83.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 922 (41.2%) | 1,313 (58.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,003 (51.9%) | 3,714 (48.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ashland County are Food Preparation & Serving (474 | 6.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (389 | 5.0%), Healthcare Support (249 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (176 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (107 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ashland County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.8%), Security & Protection (82.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (79.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (61.8%), and Personal Care & Service (57.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 32 (12.9%) | 217 (87.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 88 (82.2%) | 19 (17.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 55 (79.7%) | 14 (20.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 33 (86.8%) | 5 (13.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 181 (38.2%) | 293 (61.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 188 (48.3%) | 201 (51.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 75 (42.6%) | 101 (57.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 564 (40.4%) | 831 (59.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,003 (51.9%) | 3,714 (48.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ashland County are Office & Administration (958 | 12.4%), and Sales & Related (692 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 334 (48.3%) | 358 (51.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 114 (11.9%) | 844 (88.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 448 (27.2%) | 1,202 (72.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,003 (51.9%) | 3,714 (48.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ashland County are Construction & Extraction (646 | 8.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (410 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (120 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 103 (85.8%) | 17 (14.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 632 (97.8%) | 14 (2.2%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 410 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,145 (97.4%) | 31 (2.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,003 (51.9%) | 3,714 (48.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ashland County are Production (627 | 8.1%), Material Moving (379 | 4.9%), and Transportation (255 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 492 (78.5%) | 135 (21.5%) |
| Transportation | 178 (69.8%) | 77 (30.2%) |
| Material Moving | 254 (67.0%) | 125 (33.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 924 (73.3%) | 337 (26.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,003 (51.9%) | 3,714 (48.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ashland County
Employment Industries in Ashland County
The major employment industries in Ashland County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,139 | 14.8%), Manufacturing (1,080 | 14.0%), Retail Trade (904 | 11.7%), Construction (825 | 10.7%), and Educational Services (749 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ashland County
The Ashland County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (93.6%), and Utilities (83.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (84.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83.6%), and Professional & Scientific (77.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 157 (70.4%) | 66 (29.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 772 (93.6%) | 53 (6.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 851 (78.8%) | 229 (21.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 51 (60.0%) | 34 (40.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 453 (50.1%) | 451 (49.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 140 (80.5%) | 34 (19.5%) |
| Utilities | 55 (83.3%) | 11 (16.7%) |
| Information | 36 (47.4%) | 40 (52.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 25 (15.7%) | 134 (84.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 24 (29.3%) | 58 (70.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 64 (23.0%) | 214 (77.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 215 (74.7%) | 73 (25.4%) |
| Educational Services | 213 (28.4%) | 536 (71.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 187 (16.4%) | 952 (83.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 124 (72.5%) | 47 (27.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 295 (43.8%) | 378 (56.2%) |
| Public Administration | 219 (43.7%) | 282 (56.3%) |
| Total | 4,003 (51.9%) | 3,714 (48.1%) |
Education in Ashland County
School Enrollment in Ashland County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,653 students in Ashland County are high school (877 | 24.0%), college / undergraduate (809 | 22.2%), and middle school (747 | 20.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 220 | 6.0% |
| Kindergarten | 150 | 4.1% |
| Elementary School | 740 | 20.3% |
| Middle School | 747 | 20.4% |
| High School | 877 | 24.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 809 | 22.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 110 | 3.0% |
| Total | 3,653 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ashland County
Out of a total of 3,653 students who are enrolled in schools in Ashland County, 785 (21.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,868 (78.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 371 (85.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 636 (96.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 69 (65.7%) | 36 (34.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 860 (91.2%) | 83 (8.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 855 (93.6%) | 58 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 636 (96.2%) | 25 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 208 (61.7%) | 129 (38.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 62 (14.3%) | 371 (85.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 93 (73.2%) | 34 (26.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 86 (64.2%) | 48 (35.8%) |
| Total | 2,868 (78.5%) | 785 (21.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ashland County
Education (534 | 20.8%), business (411 | 16.0%), science & technology (306 | 11.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (212 | 8.3%), and arts & humanities (187 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,563 individuals in Ashland County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 36 | 1.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 212 | 8.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 46 | 1.8% |
| Psychology | 133 | 5.2% |
| Social Sciences | 184 | 7.2% |
| Engineering | 99 | 3.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 13 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 306 | 11.9% |
| Business | 411 | 16.0% |
| Education | 534 | 20.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 88 | 3.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 106 | 4.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 120 | 4.7% |
| Communications | 88 | 3.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 187 | 7.3% |
| Total | 2,563 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ashland County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ashland County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ashland County are males with 2 vehicles (1,720, accounting for 45.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,449, making up 48.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 152 (4.0%) | 61 (1.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 628 (16.5%) | 691 (19.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,720 (45.1%) | 1,449 (40.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 786 (20.6%) | 769 (21.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 415 (10.9%) | 473 (13.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 114 (3.0%) | 109 (3.1%) |
| Total | 3,815 (100.0%) | 3,552 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ashland County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ashland County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,927 commuters, 27.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,395 commuters, 19.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (838 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 706 | 10.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,927 | 27.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,395 | 19.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 838 | 11.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 697 | 9.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 319 | 4.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 440 | 6.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 68 | 1.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 74 | 1.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 216 | 3.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 190 | 2.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 164 | 2.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ashland County
The most common commute times in Ashland County are 5 to 9 minutes (916 commuters, 24.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,011 commuters, 30.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 334 (9.0%) | 372 (11.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 916 (24.8%) | 1,011 (30.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 779 (21.1%) | 616 (18.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 490 (13.3%) | 348 (10.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 360 (9.8%) | 337 (10.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 147 (4.0%) | 172 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 283 (7.7%) | 157 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 18 (0.5%) | 50 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 33 (0.9%) | 41 (1.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 137 (3.7%) | 79 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 87 (2.4%) | 103 (3.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 109 (2.9%) | 55 (1.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ashland County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ashland County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (540, 14.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (753, 22.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 384 (10.4%) | 78 (2.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 164 (4.4%) | 103 (3.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 355 (9.6%) | 171 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 298 (8.1%) | 271 (8.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 540 (14.6%) | 180 (5.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 454 (12.3%) | 286 (8.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 412 (11.2%) | 753 (22.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 251 (6.8%) | 340 (10.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 65 (1.8%) | 209 (6.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 116 (3.1%) | 257 (7.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 52 (1.4%) | 74 (2.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 4 (0.1%) | 16 (0.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 425 (11.5%) | 439 (13.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 173 (4.7%) | 164 (4.9%) |
| Total | 3,693 (100.0%) | 3,341 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ashland County
Occupancy by Ownership in Ashland County
Of the total 6,846 dwellings in Ashland County, owner-occupied units account for 4,915 (71.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,931 (28.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,915 | 71.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,931 | 28.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,846 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ashland County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,447 | 35.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,565 | 37.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 743 | 10.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,091 | 15.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,846 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ashland County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,523 (62.2%) | 924 (37.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,021 (78.8%) | 544 (21.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 564 (75.9%) | 179 (24.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 807 (74.0%) | 284 (26.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,915 (71.8%) | 1,931 (28.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ashland County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 175 (75.8%) | 56 (24.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,557 (63.4%) | 899 (36.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,889 (71.8%) | 741 (28.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,294 (84.6%) | 235 (15.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ashland County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,072 | 15.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,005 | 14.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 956 | 14.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,523 | 22.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,427 | 20.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 603 | 8.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 260 | 3.8% |
| Total | 6,846 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ashland County
Median Income by Occupancy in Ashland County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,915 (71.8%) | $68,664 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,931 (28.2%) | $27,962 |
| Average | 6,846 (100.0%) | $57,000 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ashland County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 116 (2.4%) | 124 (6.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 80 (1.6%) | 112 (5.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 188 (3.8%) | 334 (17.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 187 (3.8%) | 206 (10.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 167 (3.4%) | 91 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 298 (6.1%) | 247 (12.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 642 (13.1%) | 238 (12.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,045 (21.3%) | 374 (19.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 773 (15.7%) | 35 (1.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 967 (19.7%) | 46 (2.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 452 (9.2%) | 124 (6.4%) |
| Total | 4,915 (100.0%) | 1,931 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ashland County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 304 (6.2%) | 218 (11.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 913 (18.6%) | 337 (17.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,116 (22.7%) | 583 (30.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 490 (10.0%) | 178 (9.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,127 (22.9%) | 269 (13.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 561 (11.4%) | 39 (2.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 233 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 63 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 108 (2.2%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| Total | 4,915 (100.0%) | 1,931 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ashland County
Housing Structures in Ashland County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,233 | 76.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 123 | 1.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 294 | 4.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 210 | 3.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 150 | 2.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 414 | 6.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 422 | 6.2% |
| Total | 6,846 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ashland County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,427 (84.6%) | 806 (15.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 59 (48.0%) | 64 (52.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 45 (15.3%) | 249 (84.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 15 (10.0%) | 135 (90.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 414 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 369 (87.4%) | 53 (12.6%) |
| Total | 4,915 (71.8%) | 1,931 (28.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ashland County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 12 (0.2%) | 83 (4.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 188 (3.8%) | 399 (20.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,745 (35.5%) | 898 (46.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,861 (37.9%) | 355 (18.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,109 (22.6%) | 196 (10.2%) |
| Total | 4,915 (100.0%) | 1,931 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ashland County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,322 (47.2%) | 1,066 (55.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,511 (30.7%) | 218 (11.3%) |
| Electricity | 299 (6.1%) | 495 (25.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 63 (1.3%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 710 (14.4%) | 67 (3.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 10 (0.2%) | 80 (4.1%) |
| Total | 4,915 (100.0%) | 1,931 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ashland County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 116 (2.4%) | 304 (15.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,389 (28.3%) | 1,055 (54.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,095 (42.6%) | 472 (24.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,315 (26.8%) | 100 (5.2%) |
| Total | 4,915 (100.0%) | 1,931 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ashland County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ashland County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,304 | 2,611 |
| Median Property Value | $116,800 | $156,700 |
| Median Household Income | $53,491 | $355 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $496 | $88 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,917 | $130 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ashland County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 350 (15.2%) | 78 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 611 (26.5%) | 448 (17.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,112 (48.3%) | 1,713 (65.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 144 (6.2%) | 291 (11.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 67 (2.9%) | 61 (2.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 3 (0.1%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 17 (0.7%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,304 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ashland County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 147 (6.4%) | 72 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 337 (14.6%) | 49 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 206 (8.9%) | 205 (7.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 384 (16.7%) | 92 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 539 (23.4%) | 258 (9.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 264 (11.5%) | 506 (19.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 330 (14.3%) | 509 (19.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 97 (4.2%) | 637 (24.4%) |
| Total | 2,304 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ashland County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,084 (47.0%) | 87,442 (3,349.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 314 (13.6%) | 1,302 (49.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 219 (9.5%) | 583 (22.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 669 (29.0%) | 301 (11.5%) |
| Total | 2,304 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ashland County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 263 (11.4%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 436 (18.9%) | 128 (4.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,376 (59.7%) | 440 (16.9%) |
| Total | 2,304 (100.0%) | 2,611 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ashland County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ashland County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,036 (97.8%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,501 (95.4%) | 121 (4.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,158 (87.9%) | 160 (12.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,363 (85.1%) | 238 (14.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,663 (92.1%) | 142 (7.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,623 (91.4%) | 152 (8.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,345 (92.6%) | 186 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,945 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,156 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14,790 (93.5%) | 1,026 (6.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ashland County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,036 (97.8%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,501 (95.4%) | 121 (4.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,158 (87.9%) | 160 (12.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ashland County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,118 (90.2%) | 229 (9.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,523 (93.4%) | 179 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,113 (92.5%) | 252 (7.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,100 (96.0%) | 88 (4.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,571 (94.6%) | 260 (5.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ashland County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 652 (61.6%) | 508 (48.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,129 (43.1%) | 1,464 (55.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 259 (19.7%) | 938 (71.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 376 (23.5%) | 1,051 (65.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 416 (23.1%) | 1,313 (72.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 409 (23.0%) | 1,263 (71.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 754 (29.8%) | 1,809 (71.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,913 (98.2%) | 1,063 (54.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,154 (99.8%) | 809 (70.0%) |
| Total | 7,062 (44.7%) | 10,218 (64.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ashland County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 171 (12.0%) | 24 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 204 (12.6%) | 194 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 542 (17.5%) | 491 (16.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 280 (28.8%) | 235 (24.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 236 (45.2%) | 299 (47.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ashland County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.5%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 195 (6.3%) | 30 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 169 (17.4%) | 53 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 135 (25.9%) | 176 (27.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 39 (2.4%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 102 (3.3%) | 96 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (3.8%) | 21 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (5.9%) | 98 (15.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 168 (11.7%) | 21 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 142 (8.7%) | 177 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 204 (6.6%) | 243 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78 (8.0%) | 49 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (11.5%) | 40 (6.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (1.7%) | 26 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 215 (7.0%) | 236 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 96 (9.9%) | 159 (16.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 121 (23.2%) | 108 (17.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 19 (1.3%) | 15 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (1.4%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (2.1%) | 48 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 38 (3.9%) | 30 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (5.2%) | 39 (6.1%) |
Technology Access in Ashland County
Computing Device Access in Ashland County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,078 | 74.2% |
| Smartphone | 5,020 | 73.3% |
| Tablet | 3,749 | 54.8% |
| No Computing Device | 811 | 11.8% |
| Total | 6,846 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ashland County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 54 | 0.8% |
| Broadband Home | 4,139 | 60.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 715 | 10.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 551 | 8.1% |
| No Internet | 1,437 | 21.0% |
| Total | 6,846 | 100.0% |
Ashland County Summary
Ashland County is located in the northern part of Wisconsin, in the United States. It is bordered by Iron County to the north, Bayfield County to the east, Sawyer County to the south, and Douglas County to the west. The county seat is the city of Ashland, which is located on the shore of Lake Superior. The county has a total area of 1,541 square miles, of which 1,521 square miles is land and 20 square miles is water.
The geography of Ashland County is characterized by rolling hills, forests, and numerous lakes and rivers. The county is home to the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, which covers over 1.5 million acres of land. The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, white-tailed deer, and bald eagles. The county also contains the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, which is a popular destination for kayaking, camping, and hiking.
The economy of Ashland County is largely based on tourism, forestry, and manufacturing. The county is home to several large paper mills, which produce paper products for the global market. The county is also home to several large logging companies, which harvest timber from the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with visitors coming to the county to enjoy the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, and the many lakes and rivers in the area.
As of the 2010 census, the population of Ashland County was 16,157. The population is largely white (94.3%), with small percentages of Native American (2.2%), African American (0.7%), Asian (0.4%), and other races (2.4%). The median household income in the county is $41,945, and the median age is 44.7 years. The largest city in the county is Ashland, with a population of 8,216.
Ashland County has a long and rich history. The area was first inhabited by the Ojibwe people, who lived in the area for centuries before the arrival of European settlers. The first Europeans to settle in the area were French fur traders, who established trading posts in the area in the late 1700s. The area was later ceded to the United States in the Treaty of St. Louis in 1816. The county was officially established in 1854, and the city of Ashland was founded in 1856.
Ashland County is a beautiful and diverse area of Wisconsin. It is home to a variety of wildlife, forests, and lakes, and is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. The county is also home to a thriving economy, with a variety of industries providing jobs and economic opportunities for its residents. With its rich history and vibrant culture, Ashland County is a great place to live and visit.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ashland County?
Total Population of Ashland County is 16,041.
What is the Total Male Population of Ashland County?
Total Male Population of Ashland County is 8,256.
What is the Total Female Population of Ashland County?
Total Female Population of Ashland County is 7,785.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ashland County?
There are 106.05 Males per 100 Females in Ashland County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ashland County?
There are 94.30 Females per 100 Males in Ashland County.
What is the Median Population Age in Ashland County?
Median Population Age in Ashland County is 42.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ashland County
Average Family Size in Ashland County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ashland County
Average Household Size in Ashland County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ashland County?
Per Capita income in Ashland County is $31,563.
What is the Median Family Income in Ashland County?
Median Family Income in Ashland County is $76,282.
What is the Median Household income in Ashland County?
Median Household Income in Ashland County is $57,000.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ashland County?
Income or Wage Gap in Ashland County is 27.3%.
Women in Ashland County earn 72.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Ashland County?
Family Income Deficit in Ashland County is $9,813.
Families that are below poverty line in Ashland County earn $9,813 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ashland County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ashland County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ashland County?
There are 8,072 People in the Labor Forcein in Ashland County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ashland County?
61.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Ashland County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ashland County?
Unemployment Rate in Ashland County is 4.4%.