Marquette County, WI
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Marquette County Overview
15,619
TOTAL POPULATION
8,034
MALE POPULATION
7,585
FEMALE POPULATION
105.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,291
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,161
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$59,748
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,531
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,300
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Marquette County
The most populous races in Marquette County are White / Caucasian (14,746 | 94.4%), Hispanic or Latino (600 | 3.8%), and Two or more Races (474 | 3.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 86 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 74 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 600 | 3.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 53 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 14,746 | 94.4% |
| Two or more Races | 474 | 3.0% |
| Some other Race | 186 | 1.2% |
| Total | 15,619 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Marquette County
The most populous ancestries reported in Marquette County are German (7,014 | 44.9%), Irish (2,013 | 12.9%), Polish (1,465 | 9.4%), English (1,323 | 8.5%), and American (1,273 | 8.2%), together accounting for 83.8% of all Marquette County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,273 | 8.2% |
| Arab | 31 | 0.2% |
| Austrian | 48 | 0.3% |
| Basque | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 8 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 7 | 0.0% |
| British | 99 | 0.6% |
| Bulgarian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 40 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 37 | 0.2% |
| Central American Indian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 24 | 0.2% |
| Chippewa | 44 | 0.3% |
| Croatian | 31 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 104 | 0.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 131 | 0.8% |
| Dutch | 200 | 1.3% |
| Eastern European | 29 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,323 | 8.5% |
| European | 198 | 1.3% |
| Finnish | 24 | 0.2% |
| French | 282 | 1.8% |
| French Canadian | 106 | 0.7% |
| German | 7,014 | 44.9% |
| Greek | 37 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 46 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 8 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,013 | 12.9% |
| Iroquois | 14 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 405 | 2.6% |
| Jamaican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 55 | 0.4% |
| Latvian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 33 | 0.2% |
| Luxembourger | 3 | 0.0% |
| Macedonian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Maltese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Menominee | 11 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 482 | 3.1% |
| Navajo | 5 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 17 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 13 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 920 | 5.9% |
| Pennsylvania German | 45 | 0.3% |
| Peruvian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 1,465 | 9.4% |
| Portuguese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 33 | 0.2% |
| Romanian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 64 | 0.4% |
| Salvadoran | 20 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 55 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 88 | 0.6% |
| Scottish | 211 | 1.3% |
| Serbian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Shoshone | 2 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 3 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 3 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 70 | 0.4% |
| Slovene | 10 | 0.1% |
| South African | 1 | 0.0% |
| South American | 8 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 7 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 24 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 206 | 1.3% |
| Swiss | 205 | 1.3% |
| Syrian | 28 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 15 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 124 | 0.8% | View All 76 Rows |
Immigrants in Marquette County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Marquette County came from Latin America (107 | 0.7%), Central America (94 | 0.6%), Europe (82 | 0.5%), Asia (74 | 0.5%), and Mexico (59 | 0.4%), together accounting for 2.7% of all Marquette County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 74 | 0.5% |
| Austria | 2 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 3 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 14 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 94 | 0.6% |
| Croatia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 17 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 41 | 0.3% |
| El Salvador | 20 | 0.1% |
| England | 5 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 82 | 0.5% |
| France | 2 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 13 | 0.1% |
| Hungary | 5 | 0.0% |
| India | 14 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 17 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 107 | 0.7% |
| Latvia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Lebanon | 5 | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 59 | 0.4% |
| Nepal | 1 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 15 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 21 | 0.1% |
| Norway | 4 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 8 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 25 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 16 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Serbia | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 11 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 27 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 25 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 3 | 0.0% |
| Spain | 3 | 0.0% |
| Sweden | 2 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 17 | 0.1% | View All 44 Rows |
Sex and Age in Marquette County
Sex and Age in Marquette County
The most populous age groups in Marquette County are 60 to 64 Years (780 | 9.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (750 | 9.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 367 (4.6%) | 333 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 335 (4.2%) | 424 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 577 (7.2%) | 404 (5.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 454 (5.7%) | 371 (4.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 337 (4.2%) | 290 (3.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 326 (4.1%) | 325 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 358 (4.5%) | 378 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 424 (5.3%) | 397 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 396 (4.9%) | 364 (4.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 452 (5.6%) | 424 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 548 (6.8%) | 498 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 722 (9.0%) | 626 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 780 (9.7%) | 750 (9.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 721 (9.0%) | 681 (9.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 541 (6.7%) | 481 (6.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 291 (3.6%) | 349 (4.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 163 (2.0%) | 264 (3.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 242 (3.0%) | 226 (3.0%) |
| Total | 8,034 (100.0%) | 7,585 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Marquette County
Median Family Size in Marquette County
The median family size in Marquette County is 2.78 persons per family, with single female/mother families (558 | 12.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.86 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (294 | 6.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.55 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,478 (80.3%) | 2.78 |
| Single Male/Father | 294 (6.8%) | 2.55 |
| Single Female/Mother | 558 (12.9%) | 2.86 |
| Total Families | 4,330 (100.0%) | 2.78 |
Median Household Size in Marquette County
The median household size in Marquette County is 2.26 persons per household, with single female/mother households (558 | 8.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.22 persons per household. non-family households (2,500 | 36.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,478 (50.9%) | 2.80 |
| Single Male/Father | 294 (4.3%) | 2.99 |
| Single Female/Mother | 558 (8.2%) | 3.22 |
| Non-family | 2,500 (36.6%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 6,830 (100.0%) | 2.26 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Marquette County
Out of a total of 6,830 households in Marquette County, 4,330 (63.4%) are family households, while 2,500 (36.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,556, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,048.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,048 (30.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,556 (37.4%) | 395 (5.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 841 (12.3%) | 36 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 573 (8.4%) | 19 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 172 (2.5%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 139 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 49 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,330 (63.4%) | 2,500 (36.6%) |
Female Fertility in Marquette County
Fertility by Age in Marquette County
Average fertility rate in Marquette County is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 66.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 4 (2.7%) | 11.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 98 (66.7%) | 99.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 45 (30.6%) | 35.0 |
| Total | 147 (100.0%) | 56.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Marquette County
68.0% of women with births (147) in Marquette County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 8.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 59 (60.2%) | 39 (39.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 41 (91.1%) | 4 (8.9%) |
| Total | 100 (68.0%) | 47 (32.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Marquette County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (10.9%) | 40.0 |
| High School Diploma | 65 (44.2%) | 73.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (25.9%) | 40.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (19.1%) | 85.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 147 (100.0%) | 56.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Marquette County
32.0% of women with births in Marquette County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 89.3% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 40.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 12 (75.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 39 (60.0%) | 26 (40.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 24 (63.2%) | 14 (36.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 25 (89.3%) | 3 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 100 (68.0%) | 47 (32.0%) |
Income in Marquette County
Income Overview in Marquette County
Per Capita Income in Marquette County is $33,291, while median incomes of families and households are $73,161 and $59,748 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 15,619 | $33,291 |
| Median Family Income | 4,330 | $73,161 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,330 | $88,750 |
| Median Household Income | 6,830 | $59,748 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,830 | $75,357 |
| Income Deficit | 4,330 | $9,531 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 15,619 | 31.77% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 15,619 | 68.23¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 15,619 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Marquette County
Average Earnings in Marquette County are $36,691, $46,243 for men and $31,550 for women, a difference of 31.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,208 (53.7%) | $46,243 |
| Female | 3,631 (46.3%) | $31,550 |
| Total | 7,839 (100.0%) | $36,691 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Marquette County
The most common earnings brackets in Marquette County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (556 | 13.2%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (309 | 8.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 285 (6.8%) | 179 (4.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 103 (2.5%) | 165 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 168 (4.0%) | 163 (4.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 108 (2.6%) | 108 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 167 (4.0%) | 167 (4.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 123 (2.9%) | 171 (4.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 118 (2.8%) | 135 (3.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 88 (2.1%) | 122 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 61 (1.5%) | 144 (4.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 93 (2.2%) | 140 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 145 (3.5%) | 231 (6.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 231 (5.5%) | 280 (7.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 178 (4.2%) | 309 (8.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 152 (3.6%) | 193 (5.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 280 (6.7%) | 271 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 271 (6.4%) | 193 (5.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 556 (13.2%) | 263 (7.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 297 (7.1%) | 142 (3.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 482 (11.5%) | 150 (4.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 302 (7.2%) | 105 (2.9%) |
| Total | 4,208 (100.0%) | 3,631 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Marquette County
Average earnings in Marquette County are $51,341 for men and $34,410 for women, a difference of 33.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,417, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,531. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,409, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,809.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,531 | $15,809 |
| High School Diploma | $46,849 | $29,940 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,098 | $35,056 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,417 | $48,152 |
| Graduate Degree | $64,773 | $63,409 |
| Total | $51,341 | $34,410 |
Family Income in Marquette County
Family Income Brackets in Marquette County
According to the Marquette County family income data, there are 1,000 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 78 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 91 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 78 | 1.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 186 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 368 | 8.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 546 | 12.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 983 | 22.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 602 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,000 | 23.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 325 | 7.5% |
| $200,000+ | 147 | 3.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Marquette County
5-person families (147 | 3.4%) account for the highest median family income in Marquette County with $108,594 per family, while 2-person families (2,667 | 61.6%) have the highest median income of $32,697 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,667 (61.6%) | $65,394 |
| 3-Person Families | 833 (19.2%) | $91,063 |
| 4-Person Families | 524 (12.1%) | $96,667 |
| 5-Person Families | 147 (3.4%) | $108,594 |
| 6-Person Families | 118 (2.7%) | $98,300 |
| 7+ Person Families | 41 (0.9%) | $88,125 |
| Total | 4,330 (100.0%) | $73,161 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Marquette County
The median family income in Marquette County is $73,161, with families comprising 3+ earners (457) having the highest median family income of $122,067, while families with no earners (1,070) have the lowest median family income of $50,851, accounting for 10.5% and 24.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,070 (24.7%) | $50,851 |
| 1 Earner | 1,209 (27.9%) | $57,264 |
| 2 Earners | 1,594 (36.8%) | $96,379 |
| 3+ Earners | 457 (10.5%) | $122,067 |
| Total | 4,330 (100.0%) | $73,161 |
Household Income in Marquette County
Household Income Brackets in Marquette County
With 1,434 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Marquette County, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 184 households (2.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 239 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 239 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 533 | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 779 | 11.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,011 | 14.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,434 | 21.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 861 | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,175 | 17.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 369 | 5.4% |
| $200,000+ | 184 | 2.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Marquette County
The median household income in Marquette County is $59,748, with the highest median household income of $78,526 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,396 households (20.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,609, with 2,609 households (38.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 171 (2.5%) | $67,875 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,396 (20.4%) | $78,526 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,654 (38.9%) | $70,718 |
| 65+ Years | 2,609 (38.2%) | $45,609 |
| Total | 6,830 (100.0%) | $59,748 |
Poverty in Marquette County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Marquette County
With 9.5% poverty level for males and 11.3% for females among the residents of Marquette County, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 32 males (32.7%) and 59 females (21.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 17 (4.9%) | 56 (17.1%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (7.8%) | 13 (16.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 74 (15.5%) | 55 (11.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 31 (8.9%) | 59 (21.4%) |
| 15 Years | 32 (32.7%) | 7 (10.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 17 (9.6%) | 29 (15.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 62 (12.1%) | 57 (14.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 63 (9.3%) | 72 (10.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 71 (8.7%) | 79 (10.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 67 (6.7%) | 92 (10.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 175 (11.7%) | 147 (10.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 116 (9.2%) | 91 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (4.3%) | 100 (11.9%) |
| Total | 759 (9.5%) | 857 (11.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Marquette County
According to the poverty statistics in Marquette County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.7% of males and 92.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 332 (95.1%) | 272 (82.9%) |
| 5 Years | 47 (92.2%) | 65 (83.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 402 (84.5%) | 412 (88.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 317 (91.1%) | 216 (78.5%) |
| 15 Years | 66 (67.3%) | 61 (89.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 161 (90.4%) | 162 (84.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 452 (87.9%) | 345 (85.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 613 (90.7%) | 629 (89.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 745 (91.3%) | 679 (89.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 932 (93.3%) | 830 (90.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,324 (88.3%) | 1,229 (89.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,144 (90.8%) | 1,071 (92.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 661 (95.7%) | 737 (88.0%) |
| Total | 7,196 (90.5%) | 6,708 (88.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Marquette County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Marquette County show that 4.1% or 144 of the total 3,478 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 34.2%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.4%, which includes 19 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,401 (95.7%) | 108 (4.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 759 (97.6%) | 19 (2.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 149 (97.4%) | 4 (2.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 25 (65.8%) | 13 (34.2%) |
| Total | 3,334 (95.9%) | 144 (4.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Marquette County
According to the poverty data in Marquette County, 12.2% or 36 single-father households and 18.3% or 102 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 6 households (28.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (42.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 8 (5.7%) | 20 (9.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 22 (16.5%) | 63 (21.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 6 (28.6%) | 19 (42.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 36 (12.2%) | 102 (18.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Marquette County
The poverty data for Marquette County shows that 144 of the married-couple family households (4.1%) and 138 of the single-parent households (16.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (34.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (37.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 108 (4.3%) | 28 (7.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (2.4%) | 85 (20.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (2.6%) | 25 (37.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 13 (34.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 144 (4.1%) | 138 (16.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Marquette County
Employment by Class of Employer in Marquette County
Among the 6,911 employed individuals in Marquette County, private company employees (4,723 | 68.3%), local government employees (519 | 7.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (503 | 7.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,723 | 68.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 369 | 5.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 503 | 7.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 303 | 4.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 519 | 7.5% |
| State Government Employees | 239 | 3.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 219 | 3.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 36 | 0.5% |
| Total | 6,911 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Marquette County
According to the labor force statistics for Marquette County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,013), 56.1% or 7,300 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 263 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 87.3% or 1,380 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 54 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 427 (64.8%) | 20 (4.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 540 (86.1%) | 54 (10.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 541 (83.1%) | 16 (3.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 596 (81.0%) | 41 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,380 (87.3%) | 46 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,547 (80.5%) | 28 (1.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,033 (76.6%) | 15 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 721 (47.1%) | 29 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 429 (17.7%) | 12 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,300 (56.1%) | 263 (3.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Marquette County
According to labor force statistics for Marquette County, 74.9% of individuals (5,818) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,768) are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 175 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 80.4% or 942 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 26 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 323 (57.7%) | 45 (8.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,442 (73.8%) | 86 (2.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,111 (77.4%) | 87 (3.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 942 (80.4%) | 21 (1.8%) |
| Total | 5,818 (74.9%) | 233 (3.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Marquette County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Marquette County are Management (718 | 10.2%), Community & Social Service (496 | 7.0%), Education Instruction & Library (289 | 4.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (224 | 3.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (181 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Marquette County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (88.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (65.2%), and Management (58.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (98.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (94.6%), and Legal Services & Support (85.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 422 (58.8%) | 296 (41.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 44 (27.2%) | 118 (72.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 118 (65.2%) | 63 (34.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 21 (45.7%) | 25 (54.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 85 (88.5%) | 11 (11.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 12 (30.8%) | 27 (69.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 143 (28.8%) | 353 (71.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 24 (29.6%) | 57 (70.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 2 (14.3%) | 12 (85.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 71 (24.6%) | 218 (75.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 46 (41.1%) | 66 (58.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 12 (5.4%) | 212 (94.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 2 (1.4%) | 141 (98.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 739 (41.5%) | 1,042 (58.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,752 (53.4%) | 3,280 (46.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Marquette County are Food Preparation & Serving (386 | 5.5%), Healthcare Support (279 | 4.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (266 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (202 | 2.9%), and Personal Care & Service (186 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Marquette County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (85.0%), Security & Protection (84.2%), and Law Enforcement (83.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.3%), Personal Care & Service (74.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 27 (9.7%) | 252 (90.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 170 (84.2%) | 32 (15.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 51 (85.0%) | 9 (15.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 119 (83.8%) | 23 (16.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 153 (39.6%) | 233 (60.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 178 (66.9%) | 88 (33.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 47 (25.3%) | 139 (74.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 575 (43.6%) | 744 (56.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,752 (53.4%) | 3,280 (46.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Marquette County are Office & Administration (759 | 10.8%), and Sales & Related (517 | 7.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 215 (41.6%) | 302 (58.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 173 (22.8%) | 586 (77.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 388 (30.4%) | 888 (69.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,752 (53.4%) | 3,280 (46.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Marquette County are Construction & Extraction (495 | 7.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (419 | 6.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (166 | 2.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 119 (71.7%) | 47 (28.3%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 468 (94.6%) | 27 (5.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 413 (98.6%) | 6 (1.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,000 (92.6%) | 80 (7.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,752 (53.4%) | 3,280 (46.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Marquette County are Production (864 | 12.3%), Material Moving (357 | 5.1%), and Transportation (355 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 534 (61.8%) | 330 (38.2%) |
| Transportation | 303 (85.4%) | 52 (14.6%) |
| Material Moving | 213 (59.7%) | 144 (40.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,050 (66.6%) | 526 (33.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,752 (53.4%) | 3,280 (46.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Marquette County
Employment Industries in Marquette County
The major employment industries in Marquette County include Manufacturing (1,513 | 21.5%), Retail Trade (758 | 10.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (704 | 10.0%), Construction (623 | 8.9%), and Accommodation & Food Services (475 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Marquette County
The Marquette County industries that see more men than women are Construction (87.8%), Utilities (86.7%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (80.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (89.1%), Educational Services (72.0%), and Finance & Insurance (71.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 306 (80.3%) | 75 (19.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 7 (53.8%) | 6 (46.2%) |
| Construction | 547 (87.8%) | 76 (12.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 922 (60.9%) | 591 (39.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 78 (77.2%) | 23 (22.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 315 (41.6%) | 443 (58.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 322 (79.7%) | 82 (20.3%) |
| Utilities | 39 (86.7%) | 6 (13.3%) |
| Information | 31 (54.4%) | 26 (45.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 61 (28.9%) | 150 (71.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 35 (47.9%) | 38 (52.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 46 (30.9%) | 103 (69.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 97 (62.2%) | 59 (37.8%) |
| Educational Services | 125 (28.0%) | 322 (72.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 77 (10.9%) | 627 (89.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 66 (63.5%) | 38 (36.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 203 (42.7%) | 272 (57.3%) |
| Public Administration | 204 (50.5%) | 200 (49.5%) |
| Total | 3,752 (53.4%) | 3,280 (46.6%) |
Education in Marquette County
School Enrollment in Marquette County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,742 students in Marquette County are middle school (748 | 27.3%), high school (722 | 26.3%), and elementary school (622 | 22.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 139 | 5.1% |
| Kindergarten | 160 | 5.8% |
| Elementary School | 622 | 22.7% |
| Middle School | 748 | 27.3% |
| High School | 722 | 26.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 303 | 11.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 48 | 1.8% |
| Total | 2,742 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Marquette County
Out of a total of 2,742 students who are enrolled in schools in Marquette County, 387 (14.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,355 (85.9%) 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 39 (38.2% 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 452 (92.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 63 (61.8%) | 39 (38.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 589 (82.6%) | 124 (17.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 851 (88.6%) | 109 (11.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 452 (92.2%) | 38 (7.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 121 (83.5%) | 24 (16.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 126 (87.5%) | 18 (12.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 74 (82.2%) | 16 (17.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 80 (81.6%) | 18 (18.4%) |
| Total | 2,355 (85.9%) | 387 (14.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Marquette County
Education (376 | 20.3%), business (306 | 16.5%), science & technology (274 | 14.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (206 | 11.1%), and arts & humanities (160 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,850 individuals in Marquette County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 33 | 1.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 206 | 11.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 35 | 1.9% |
| Psychology | 78 | 4.2% |
| Social Sciences | 112 | 6.0% |
| Engineering | 51 | 2.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 274 | 14.8% |
| Business | 306 | 16.5% |
| Education | 376 | 20.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 58 | 3.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 54 | 2.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 64 | 3.5% |
| Communications | 43 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 160 | 8.6% |
| Total | 1,850 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Marquette County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Marquette County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Marquette County are males with 2 vehicles (1,512, accounting for 40.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,207, making up 47.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 81 (2.2%) | 59 (1.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 416 (11.2%) | 465 (14.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,512 (40.7%) | 1,207 (37.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 909 (24.5%) | 770 (24.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 488 (13.1%) | 388 (12.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 308 (8.3%) | 306 (9.6%) |
| Total | 3,714 (100.0%) | 3,195 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Marquette County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Marquette County are 10 to 14 minutes (820 commuters, 12.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (802 commuters, 12.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (801 commuters, 12.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 296 | 4.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 612 | 9.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 820 | 12.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 801 | 12.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 802 | 12.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 396 | 6.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 609 | 9.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 242 | 3.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 226 | 3.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 786 | 12.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 555 | 8.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 230 | 3.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Marquette County
The most common commute times in Marquette County are 15 to 19 minutes (442 commuters, 12.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (433 commuters, 14.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 180 (5.2%) | 116 (4.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 332 (9.7%) | 280 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 387 (11.3%) | 433 (14.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 442 (12.9%) | 359 (12.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 382 (11.1%) | 420 (14.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 191 (5.6%) | 205 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 313 (9.1%) | 296 (10.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 149 (4.3%) | 93 (3.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 140 (4.1%) | 86 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 419 (12.2%) | 367 (12.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 331 (9.6%) | 224 (7.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 170 (5.0%) | 60 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Marquette County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Marquette County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (512, 14.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (433, 14.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 512 (14.9%) | 301 (10.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 373 (10.9%) | 101 (3.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 226 (6.6%) | 202 (6.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 441 (12.8%) | 204 (6.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 291 (8.5%) | 295 (10.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 380 (11.1%) | 433 (14.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 238 (6.9%) | 390 (13.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 130 (3.8%) | 198 (6.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 62 (1.8%) | 73 (2.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 63 (1.8%) | 128 (4.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 25 (0.7%) | 48 (1.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 27 (0.8%) | 45 (1.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 394 (11.5%) | 306 (10.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 274 (8.0%) | 215 (7.3%) |
| Total | 3,436 (100.0%) | 2,939 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Marquette County
Occupancy by Ownership in Marquette County
Of the total 6,830 dwellings in Marquette County, owner-occupied units account for 5,470 (80.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,360 (19.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,470 | 80.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,360 | 19.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,830 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Marquette County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,048 | 30.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,951 | 43.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 877 | 12.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 954 | 14.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,830 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Marquette County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,517 (74.1%) | 531 (25.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,523 (85.5%) | 428 (14.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 678 (77.3%) | 199 (22.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 752 (78.8%) | 202 (21.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,470 (80.1%) | 1,360 (19.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Marquette County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 357 (70.8%) | 147 (29.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,107 (76.8%) | 636 (23.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,034 (80.5%) | 493 (19.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 972 (92.0%) | 84 (8.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Marquette County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 736 | 10.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 831 | 12.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 989 | 14.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,665 | 24.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,541 | 22.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 735 | 10.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 333 | 4.9% |
| Total | 6,830 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Marquette County
Median Income by Occupancy in Marquette County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,470 (80.1%) | $67,696 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,360 (19.9%) | $38,103 |
| Average | 6,830 (100.0%) | $59,748 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Marquette County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 117 (2.1%) | 23 (1.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 75 (1.4%) | 26 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 109 (2.0%) | 131 (9.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 161 (2.9%) | 75 (5.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 231 (4.2%) | 67 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 450 (8.2%) | 330 (24.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 790 (14.4%) | 219 (16.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,164 (21.3%) | 273 (20.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 724 (13.2%) | 137 (10.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,108 (20.3%) | 68 (5.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 541 (9.9%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| Total | 5,470 (100.0%) | 1,360 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Marquette County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 270 (4.9%) | 35 (2.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 806 (14.7%) | 156 (11.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,234 (22.6%) | 470 (34.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 581 (10.6%) | 352 (25.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,306 (23.9%) | 182 (13.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 813 (14.9%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 278 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 117 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 65 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,470 (100.0%) | 1,360 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Marquette County
Housing Structures in Marquette County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,595 | 81.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 66 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 114 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 131 | 1.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 95 | 1.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 168 | 2.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 661 | 9.7% |
| Total | 6,830 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Marquette County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,911 (87.8%) | 684 (12.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 21 (31.8%) | 45 (68.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 22 (19.3%) | 92 (80.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 6 (4.6%) | 125 (95.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2 (2.1%) | 93 (97.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1 (0.6%) | 167 (99.4%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 507 (76.7%) | 154 (23.3%) |
| Total | 5,470 (80.1%) | 1,360 (19.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Marquette County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 8 (0.2%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 249 (4.5%) | 279 (20.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,994 (36.4%) | 543 (39.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,888 (34.5%) | 299 (22.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,331 (24.3%) | 222 (16.3%) |
| Total | 5,470 (100.0%) | 1,360 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Marquette County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,783 (32.6%) | 534 (39.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,592 (47.4%) | 393 (28.9%) |
| Electricity | 296 (5.4%) | 345 (25.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 41 (0.7%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| Coal or Coke | 4 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 745 (13.6%) | 86 (6.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 9 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,470 (100.0%) | 1,360 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Marquette County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 123 (2.2%) | 184 (13.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,205 (22.0%) | 504 (37.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,413 (44.1%) | 521 (38.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,729 (31.6%) | 151 (11.1%) |
| Total | 5,470 (100.0%) | 1,360 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Marquette County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Marquette County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,364 | 3,106 |
| Median Property Value | $176,500 | $196,200 |
| Median Household Income | $50,033 | $392 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $527 | $65 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,756 | $21 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Marquette County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 216 (9.1%) | 87 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 342 (14.5%) | 291 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,358 (57.5%) | 2,109 (67.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 299 (12.7%) | 504 (16.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 89 (3.8%) | 57 (1.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 29 (1.2%) | 17 (0.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 31 (1.3%) | 41 (1.3%) |
| Total | 2,364 (100.0%) | 3,106 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Marquette County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 120 (5.1%) | 81 (2.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 319 (13.5%) | 72 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 280 (11.8%) | 182 (5.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 462 (19.5%) | 170 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 492 (20.8%) | 328 (10.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 251 (10.6%) | 672 (21.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 291 (12.3%) | 473 (15.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 149 (6.3%) | 817 (26.3%) |
| Total | 2,364 (100.0%) | 3,106 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Marquette County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 616 (26.1%) | 81,510 (2,624.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 471 (19.9%) | 1,203 (38.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 265 (11.2%) | 783 (25.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 981 (41.5%) | 415 (13.4%) |
| Total | 2,364 (100.0%) | 3,106 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Marquette County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 208 (8.8%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 299 (12.7%) | 112 (3.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,798 (76.1%) | 286 (9.2%) |
| Total | 2,364 (100.0%) | 3,106 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Marquette County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Marquette County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 810 (96.1%) | 33 (3.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,157 (94.9%) | 115 (5.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 748 (86.1%) | 121 (13.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,163 (90.6%) | 121 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,404 (89.7%) | 161 (10.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,778 (92.8%) | 138 (7.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,691 (93.6%) | 184 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,418 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,528 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14,697 (94.4%) | 877 (5.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Marquette County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 810 (96.1%) | 33 (3.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,157 (94.9%) | 115 (5.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 748 (86.1%) | 121 (13.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Marquette County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,434 (91.9%) | 127 (8.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,984 (91.1%) | 290 (8.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,121 (94.6%) | 178 (5.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,030 (95.4%) | 97 (4.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,984 (96.5%) | 179 (3.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Marquette County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 336 (39.9%) | 501 (59.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 926 (40.8%) | 1,393 (61.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 147 (16.9%) | 624 (71.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 363 (28.3%) | 833 (64.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 319 (20.4%) | 1,122 (71.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 404 (21.1%) | 1,476 (77.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 818 (28.4%) | 2,078 (72.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,371 (97.9%) | 1,346 (55.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,528 (100.0%) | 1,074 (70.3%) |
| Total | 7,212 (46.3%) | 10,447 (67.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Marquette County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 159 (13.4%) | 78 (7.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 135 (11.3%) | 121 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 512 (15.5%) | 475 (15.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 421 (33.4%) | 189 (16.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 413 (59.8%) | 322 (38.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Marquette County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.6%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 151 (4.6%) | 102 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 248 (19.7%) | 43 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 270 (39.1%) | 120 (14.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 32 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (2.3%) | 26 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (2.0%) | 57 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (0.8%) | 60 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (8.0%) | 63 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 106 (8.9%) | 68 (6.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 80 (6.7%) | 96 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 161 (4.9%) | 164 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (2.9%) | 29 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (10.0%) | 63 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.4%) | 6 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 40 (3.4%) | 25 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 192 (5.8%) | 287 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 190 (15.1%) | 129 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 222 (32.1%) | 201 (24.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (1.3%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 78 (2.4%) | 84 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78 (6.2%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 95 (13.8%) | 70 (8.4%) |
Technology Access in Marquette County
Computing Device Access in Marquette County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,987 | 73.0% |
| Smartphone | 5,247 | 76.8% |
| Tablet | 3,745 | 54.8% |
| No Computing Device | 705 | 10.3% |
| Total | 6,830 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Marquette County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 38 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 4,369 | 64.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,025 | 15.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 555 | 8.1% |
| No Internet | 957 | 14.0% |
| Total | 6,830 | 100.0% |
Marquette County Summary
Marquette County is located in the north-central region of Wisconsin, and is bordered by Green Lake, Waushara, and Adams Counties to the north, Columbia County to the east, Sauk County to the south, and Iowa County to the west. The county seat is Montello, and the largest city is Westfield. The county was established in 1836 and named after Father Jacques Marquette, a French explorer who explored the area in 1673.
Geography
Marquette County covers an area of 845 square miles, with a population of 15,845 as of the 2020 census. The county is mostly rural, with a few small towns and villages scattered throughout. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills and valleys. The county is home to several lakes, including Buffalo Lake, Lake Puckaway, and Lake Montello. The Wisconsin River runs through the county, and the Fox River forms the western border.
Climate
Marquette County has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The average annual temperature is around 40°F, with average highs in the summer reaching around 80°F and lows in the winter reaching around 0°F. The average annual precipitation is around 30 inches, with most of it falling in the spring and summer months.
Economy
Marquette County’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with dairy farming being the primary industry. Other industries include manufacturing, tourism, and retail. The county is home to several large employers, including the Westfield Manufacturing Company, the Montello Cheese Factory, and the Westfield Cheese Company.
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, the population of Marquette County was 15,845, with a population density of 19 people per square mile. The median household income was $50,945, and the median age was 44. The racial makeup of the county was 94.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
Marquette County is home to several small towns and villages, including Montello, Westfield, Packwaukee, and Mecan. The county is served by the Montello School District, which includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county is also home to several churches, including the Montello United Methodist Church, the Westfield Lutheran Church, and the Packwaukee Baptist Church.
Marquette County is a rural area with a strong agricultural base and a rich history. The county is home to several small towns and villages, and is served by the Montello School District. The county is also home to several lakes, rivers, and parks, making it a popular destination for outdoor recreation. The county’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with dairy farming being the primary industry. The county is also home to several large employers, including the Westfield Manufacturing Company, the Montello Cheese Factory, and the Westfield Cheese Company.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Marquette County?
Total Population of Marquette County is 15,619.
What is the Total Male Population of Marquette County?
Total Male Population of Marquette County is 8,034.
What is the Total Female Population of Marquette County?
Total Female Population of Marquette County is 7,585.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Marquette County?
There are 105.92 Males per 100 Females in Marquette County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Marquette County?
There are 94.41 Females per 100 Males in Marquette County.
What is the Median Population Age in Marquette County?
Median Population Age in Marquette County is 50.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Marquette County
Average Family Size in Marquette County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Marquette County
Average Household Size in Marquette County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Marquette County?
Per Capita income in Marquette County is $33,291.
What is the Median Family Income in Marquette County?
Median Family Income in Marquette County is $73,161.
What is the Median Household income in Marquette County?
Median Household Income in Marquette County is $59,748.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Marquette County?
Income or Wage Gap in Marquette County is 31.8%.
Women in Marquette County earn 68.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Marquette County?
Family Income Deficit in Marquette County is $9,531.
Families that are below poverty line in Marquette County earn $9,531 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Marquette County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Marquette County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Marquette County?
There are 7,300 People in the Labor Forcein in Marquette County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Marquette County?
56.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Marquette County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Marquette County?
Unemployment Rate in Marquette County is 3.6%.