Taylor County, WI
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Taylor County Overview
19,979
TOTAL POPULATION
10,203
MALE POPULATION
9,776
FEMALE POPULATION
104.37
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,874
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,816
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,360
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,376
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,235
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Taylor County Area Codes
Race in Taylor County
The most populous races in Taylor County are White / Caucasian (19,119 | 95.7%), Two or more Races (578 | 2.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (489 | 2.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 63 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 45 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 20 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 489 | 2.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 30 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 19,119 | 95.7% |
| Two or more Races | 578 | 2.9% |
| Some other Race | 124 | 0.6% |
| Total | 19,979 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Taylor County
The most populous ancestries reported in Taylor County are German (9,759 | 48.8%), Polish (2,217 | 11.1%), Norwegian (1,460 | 7.3%), Irish (1,345 | 6.7%), and American (767 | 3.8%), together accounting for 77.8% of all Taylor County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 767 | 3.8% |
| Apache | 7 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 73 | 0.4% |
| Belgian | 40 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 38 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 44 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 51 | 0.3% |
| Canadian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 5 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 33 | 0.2% |
| Central American Indian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 21 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 19 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 412 | 2.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 70 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 95 | 0.5% |
| Dominican | 24 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 177 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 33 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 2 | 0.0% |
| English | 703 | 3.5% |
| European | 199 | 1.0% |
| Finnish | 157 | 0.8% |
| French | 446 | 2.2% |
| French Canadian | 108 | 0.5% |
| German | 9,759 | 48.8% |
| Greek | 7 | 0.0% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 17 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hopi | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 54 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 1,345 | 6.7% |
| Iroquois | 12 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 285 | 1.4% |
| Korean | 24 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 13 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 386 | 1.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 13 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 4 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 1,460 | 7.3% |
| Pakistani | 4 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 57 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 2,217 | 11.1% |
| Portuguese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 22 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 57 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 106 | 0.5% |
| Samoan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 77 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 73 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 82 | 0.4% |
| Serbian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 2 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 9 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 55 | 0.3% |
| Slovene | 17 | 0.1% |
| South American | 2 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 1 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 477 | 2.4% |
| Swiss | 329 | 1.7% |
| Ukrainian | 47 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 34 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 2 | 0.0% | View All 73 Rows |
Immigrants in Taylor County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Taylor County came from Latin America (117 | 0.6%), Central America (99 | 0.5%), Mexico (70 | 0.4%), Asia (53 | 0.3%), and Europe (51 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.0% of all Taylor County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 53 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 28 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 12 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 99 | 0.5% |
| Costa Rica | 9 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 12 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 42 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 16 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 51 | 0.3% |
| France | 1 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 20 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hungary | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 42 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 117 | 0.6% |
| Mexico | 70 | 0.4% |
| Moldova | 1 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 16 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 4 | 0.0% |
| Panama | 2 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 4 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 7 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 5 | 0.0% |
| South America | 6 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 11 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 12 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 12 | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 23 | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | 6 | 0.0% | View All 37 Rows |
Sex and Age in Taylor County
Sex and Age in Taylor County
The most populous age groups in Taylor County are 60 to 64 Years (886 | 8.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (857 | 8.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 545 (5.3%) | 546 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 679 (6.7%) | 597 (6.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 685 (6.7%) | 684 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 678 (6.7%) | 699 (7.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 515 (5.1%) | 447 (4.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 478 (4.7%) | 428 (4.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 463 (4.5%) | 480 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 487 (4.8%) | 440 (4.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 687 (6.7%) | 644 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 593 (5.8%) | 549 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 672 (6.6%) | 617 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 850 (8.3%) | 857 (8.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 886 (8.7%) | 749 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 761 (7.5%) | 605 (6.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 460 (4.5%) | 478 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 411 (4.0%) | 316 (3.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 184 (1.8%) | 213 (2.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 169 (1.7%) | 427 (4.4%) |
| Total | 10,203 (100.0%) | 9,776 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Taylor County
Median Family Size in Taylor County
The median family size in Taylor County is 3.09 persons per family, with single male/father families (323 | 6.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.12 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,373 | 83.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.09 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,373 (83.3%) | 3.09 |
| Single Male/Father | 323 (6.1%) | 3.12 |
| Single Female/Mother | 556 (10.6%) | 3.09 |
| Total Families | 5,252 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Median Household Size in Taylor County
The median household size in Taylor County is 2.55 persons per household, with single male/father households (323 | 4.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.84 persons per household. non-family households (2,502 | 32.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,373 (56.4%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 323 (4.2%) | 3.84 |
| Single Female/Mother | 556 (7.2%) | 3.42 |
| Non-family | 2,502 (32.3%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 7,754 (100.0%) | 2.55 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Taylor County
Out of a total of 7,754 households in Taylor County, 5,252 (67.7%) are family households, while 2,502 (32.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,856, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,052.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,052 (26.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,856 (36.8%) | 369 (4.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 882 (11.4%) | 52 (0.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 793 (10.2%) | 9 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 469 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 156 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 96 (1.2%) | 20 (0.3%) |
| Total | 5,252 (67.7%) | 2,502 (32.3%) |
Female Fertility in Taylor County
Fertility by Age in Taylor County
Average fertility rate in Taylor County is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 131.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 79.7% 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 | 177 (79.7%) | 131.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 45 (20.3%) | 26.0 |
| Total | 222 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Taylor County
82.4% of women with births (222) in Taylor County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 21.5% 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 2.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 139 (78.5%) | 38 (21.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 44 (97.8%) | 1 (2.2%) |
| Total | 183 (82.4%) | 39 (17.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Taylor County
Average fertility rate in Taylor County is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 101.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 20.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 33.3% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (7.2%) | 20.0 |
| High School Diploma | 69 (31.1%) | 62.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 74 (33.3%) | 59.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 50 (22.5%) | 97.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (5.9%) | 101.0 |
| Total | 222 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Taylor County
17.6% of women with births in Taylor County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 27.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 50 (72.5%) | 19 (27.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 54 (73.0%) | 20 (27.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 183 (82.4%) | 39 (17.6%) |
Income in Taylor County
Income Overview in Taylor County
Per Capita Income in Taylor County is $32,874, while median incomes of families and households are $76,816 and $61,360 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 19,979 | $32,874 |
| Median Family Income | 5,252 | $76,816 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,252 | $94,001 |
| Median Household Income | 7,754 | $61,360 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,754 | $80,225 |
| Income Deficit | 5,252 | $11,376 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 19,979 | 27.26% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 19,979 | 72.74¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 19,979 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Taylor County
Average Earnings in Taylor County are $38,624, $44,642 for men and $32,472 for women, a difference of 27.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,899 (54.4%) | $44,642 |
| Female | 4,951 (45.6%) | $32,472 |
| Total | 10,850 (100.0%) | $38,624 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Taylor County
The most common earnings brackets in Taylor County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (670 | 11.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (472 | 9.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 231 (3.9%) | 270 (5.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 109 (1.8%) | 217 (4.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 214 (3.6%) | 207 (4.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 108 (1.8%) | 190 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 184 (3.1%) | 316 (6.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 97 (1.6%) | 125 (2.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 116 (2.0%) | 172 (3.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 110 (1.9%) | 105 (2.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 92 (1.6%) | 130 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 161 (2.7%) | 162 (3.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 175 (3.0%) | 357 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 463 (7.9%) | 472 (9.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 549 (9.3%) | 350 (7.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 365 (6.2%) | 267 (5.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 439 (7.4%) | 413 (8.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 399 (6.8%) | 229 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 670 (11.4%) | 325 (6.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 418 (7.1%) | 200 (4.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 522 (8.8%) | 236 (4.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 477 (8.1%) | 208 (4.2%) |
| Total | 5,899 (100.0%) | 4,951 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Taylor County
Average earnings in Taylor County are $47,126 for men and $35,625 for women, a difference of 24.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $69,479, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,533. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,875, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,500.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $37,533 | $22,500 |
| High School Diploma | $45,491 | $31,862 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,659 | $34,905 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,188 | $45,913 |
| Graduate Degree | $69,479 | $69,875 |
| Total | $47,126 | $35,625 |
Family Income in Taylor County
Family Income Brackets in Taylor County
According to the Taylor County family income data, there are 1,187 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 89 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 116 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 89 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 158 | 3.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 310 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 699 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,187 | 22.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 909 | 17.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,113 | 21.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 394 | 7.5% |
| $200,000+ | 284 | 5.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Taylor County
6-person families (135 | 2.6%) account for the highest median family income in Taylor County with $94,583 per family, while 2-person families (3,026 | 57.6%) have the highest median income of $33,177 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,026 (57.6%) | $66,354 |
| 3-Person Families | 858 (16.3%) | $93,261 |
| 4-Person Families | 698 (13.3%) | $93,581 |
| 5-Person Families | 445 (8.5%) | $88,482 |
| 6-Person Families | 135 (2.6%) | $94,583 |
| 7+ Person Families | 90 (1.7%) | $83,750 |
| Total | 5,252 (100.0%) | $76,816 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Taylor County
The median family income in Taylor County is $76,816, with families comprising 3+ earners (600) having the highest median family income of $126,111, while families with no earners (985) have the lowest median family income of $42,334, accounting for 11.4% and 18.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 985 (18.8%) | $42,334 |
| 1 Earner | 1,316 (25.1%) | $56,200 |
| 2 Earners | 2,351 (44.8%) | $94,659 |
| 3+ Earners | 600 (11.4%) | $126,111 |
| Total | 5,252 (100.0%) | $76,816 |
Household Income in Taylor County
Household Income Brackets in Taylor County
With 1,574 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Taylor County, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 287 households (3.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 287 | 3.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 341 | 4.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 597 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 636 | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,124 | 14.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,574 | 20.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,171 | 15.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,194 | 15.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 450 | 5.8% |
| $200,000+ | 380 | 4.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Taylor County
The median household income in Taylor County is $61,360, with the highest median household income of $76,974 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,198 households (41.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,008, with 2,411 households (31.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 249 (3.2%) | $44,890 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,896 (24.4%) | $76,386 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,198 (41.2%) | $76,974 |
| 65+ Years | 2,411 (31.1%) | $42,008 |
| Total | 7,754 (100.0%) | $61,360 |
Poverty in Taylor County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Taylor County
With 7.1% poverty level for males and 10.7% for females among the residents of Taylor County, 65 to 74 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 135 males (11.2%) and 39 females (22.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 60 (11.1%) | 66 (12.6%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (5.6%) | 17 (17.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 73 (8.7%) | 61 (8.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 34 (7.6%) | 36 (8.2%) |
| 15 Years | 14 (9.1%) | 39 (22.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 13 (4.6%) | 23 (8.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 30 (4.0%) | 139 (19.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 55 (5.9%) | 73 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 65 (5.6%) | 64 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 66 (5.2%) | 107 (9.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 110 (6.4%) | 173 (10.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 135 (11.2%) | 86 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (7.4%) | 143 (16.2%) |
| Total | 715 (7.1%) | 1,027 (10.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Taylor County
According to the poverty statistics in Taylor County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 35 to 44 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.0% of males and 94.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 481 (88.9%) | 460 (87.5%) |
| 5 Years | 68 (94.4%) | 81 (82.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 761 (91.2%) | 650 (91.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 413 (92.4%) | 401 (91.8%) |
| 15 Years | 140 (90.9%) | 133 (77.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 269 (95.4%) | 250 (91.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 725 (96.0%) | 560 (80.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 875 (94.1%) | 835 (92.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,097 (94.4%) | 1,013 (94.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,199 (94.8%) | 1,059 (90.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,621 (93.6%) | 1,418 (89.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,071 (88.8%) | 980 (91.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 696 (92.5%) | 739 (83.8%) |
| Total | 9,416 (92.9%) | 8,579 (89.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Taylor County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Taylor County show that 4.2% or 183 of the total 4,373 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 19.0%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.2%, which includes 94 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,825 (96.8%) | 94 (3.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 942 (95.2%) | 48 (4.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 376 (92.6%) | 30 (7.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 47 (81.0%) | 11 (19.0%) |
| Total | 4,190 (95.8%) | 183 (4.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Taylor County
According to the poverty data in Taylor County, 13.9% or 45 single-father households and 11.5% or 64 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (15.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (14.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 14 (15.2%) | 32 (12.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 20 (12.6%) | 31 (14.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (15.7%) | 1 (1.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (13.9%) | 64 (11.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Taylor County
The poverty data for Taylor County shows that 183 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 109 of the single-parent households (12.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (19.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 household (13.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 94 (3.2%) | 46 (13.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 48 (4.9%) | 51 (13.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 30 (7.4%) | 12 (8.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 11 (19.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 183 (4.2%) | 109 (12.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Taylor County
Employment by Class of Employer in Taylor County
Among the 9,763 employed individuals in Taylor County, private company employees (6,597 | 67.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (968 | 9.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (889 | 9.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,597 | 67.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 472 | 4.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 968 | 9.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 889 | 9.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 623 | 6.4% |
| State Government Employees | 126 | 1.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 74 | 0.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 14 | 0.1% |
| Total | 9,763 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Taylor County
According to the labor force statistics for Taylor County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,917), 64.3% or 10,235 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 328 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 88.2% or 1,992 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.5% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 581 (55.3%) | 25 (4.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 847 (88.0%) | 40 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 796 (87.9%) | 32 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 795 (84.3%) | 44 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,992 (88.2%) | 66 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,071 (85.2%) | 60 (2.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,446 (84.7%) | 36 (2.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,001 (61.2%) | 26 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 611 (26.5%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,235 (64.3%) | 328 (3.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Taylor County
According to labor force statistics for Taylor County, 82.0% of individuals (8,102) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,880) are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 259 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 87.7% or 1,451 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.2% or 69 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 677 (66.0%) | 105 (10.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,367 (81.4%) | 145 (3.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,607 (85.1%) | 80 (2.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,451 (87.7%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| Total | 8,102 (82.0%) | 316 (3.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Taylor County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Taylor County are Management (1,098 | 11.1%), Community & Social Service (680 | 6.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (568 | 5.7%), Education Instruction & Library (453 | 4.6%), and Health Technologists (383 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Taylor County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (82.3%), Life, Physical & Social Science (75.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (72.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (81.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.4%), and Health Technologists (78.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 644 (58.7%) | 454 (41.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 109 (41.4%) | 154 (58.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 204 (72.3%) | 78 (27.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 37 (50.0%) | 37 (50.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 121 (82.3%) | 26 (17.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 46 (75.4%) | 15 (24.6%) |
| Community & Social Service | 199 (29.3%) | 481 (70.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 72 (56.2%) | 56 (43.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 6 (22.2%) | 21 (77.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 85 (18.8%) | 368 (81.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 36 (50.0%) | 36 (50.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 117 (20.6%) | 451 (79.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 82 (21.4%) | 301 (78.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,273 (44.0%) | 1,618 (56.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,441 (54.9%) | 4,462 (45.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Taylor County are Food Preparation & Serving (485 | 4.9%), Healthcare Support (314 | 3.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (263 | 2.7%), Personal Care & Service (233 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (85 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Taylor County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (98.6%), Security & Protection (96.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (84.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.4%), Personal Care & Service (85.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (62.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 30 (9.6%) | 284 (90.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 82 (96.5%) | 3 (3.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 11 (84.6%) | 2 (15.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 71 (98.6%) | 1 (1.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 181 (37.3%) | 304 (62.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 158 (60.1%) | 105 (39.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 35 (15.0%) | 198 (85.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 486 (35.2%) | 894 (64.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,441 (54.9%) | 4,462 (45.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Taylor County are Office & Administration (847 | 8.6%), and Sales & Related (723 | 7.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 304 (42.0%) | 419 (58.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 166 (19.6%) | 681 (80.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 470 (29.9%) | 1,100 (70.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,441 (54.9%) | 4,462 (45.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Taylor County are Construction & Extraction (522 | 5.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (418 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (247 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 201 (81.4%) | 46 (18.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 515 (98.7%) | 7 (1.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 396 (94.7%) | 22 (5.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,112 (93.7%) | 75 (6.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,441 (54.9%) | 4,462 (45.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Taylor County are Production (1,491 | 15.1%), Transportation (693 | 7.0%), and Material Moving (691 | 7.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 935 (62.7%) | 556 (37.3%) |
| Transportation | 640 (92.3%) | 53 (7.6%) |
| Material Moving | 525 (76.0%) | 166 (24.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,100 (73.0%) | 775 (27.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,441 (54.9%) | 4,462 (45.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Taylor County
Employment Industries in Taylor County
The major employment industries in Taylor County include Manufacturing (2,759 | 27.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,354 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (1,035 | 10.4%), Construction (741 | 7.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (648 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Taylor County
The Taylor County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (90.5%), Construction (88.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (85.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (80.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80.3%), and Enterprise Management (80.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 516 (83.2%) | 104 (16.8%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 19 (90.5%) | 2 (9.5%) |
| Construction | 653 (88.1%) | 88 (11.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,801 (65.3%) | 958 (34.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 90 (68.2%) | 42 (31.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 553 (53.4%) | 482 (46.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 555 (85.7%) | 93 (14.3%) |
| Utilities | 20 (80.0%) | 5 (20.0%) |
| Information | 26 (40.6%) | 38 (59.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 71 (20.7%) | 272 (79.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 17 (47.2%) | 19 (52.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 70 (41.2%) | 100 (58.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 1 (20.0%) | 4 (80.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 132 (71.4%) | 53 (28.6%) |
| Educational Services | 106 (19.2%) | 446 (80.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 266 (19.7%) | 1,088 (80.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 25 (46.3%) | 29 (53.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 217 (39.0%) | 339 (61.0%) |
| Public Administration | 105 (46.3%) | 122 (53.7%) |
| Total | 5,441 (54.9%) | 4,462 (45.1%) |
Education in Taylor County
School Enrollment in Taylor County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,243 students in Taylor County are high school (1,182 | 27.9%), elementary school (1,120 | 26.4%), and middle school (1,026 | 24.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 202 | 4.8% |
| Kindergarten | 192 | 4.5% |
| Elementary School | 1,120 | 26.4% |
| Middle School | 1,026 | 24.2% |
| High School | 1,182 | 27.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 467 | 11.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 54 | 1.3% |
| Total | 4,243 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Taylor County
Out of a total of 4,243 students who are enrolled in schools in Taylor County, 467 (11.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,776 (89.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 15 (23.1% 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 765 (96.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 145 (91.8%) | 13 (8.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,023 (84.3%) | 191 (15.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,208 (90.5%) | 127 (9.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 765 (96.0%) | 32 (4.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 272 (95.4%) | 13 (4.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 157 (78.1%) | 44 (21.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 155 (82.5%) | 33 (17.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 50 (76.9%) | 15 (23.1%) |
| Total | 3,776 (89.0%) | 467 (11.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Taylor County
Education (567 | 23.4%), business (403 | 16.6%), science & technology (342 | 14.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (260 | 10.7%), and arts & humanities (184 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 2,426 individuals in Taylor County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 52 | 2.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 260 | 10.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 52 | 2.1% |
| Psychology | 103 | 4.3% |
| Social Sciences | 155 | 6.4% |
| Engineering | 45 | 1.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 342 | 14.1% |
| Business | 403 | 16.6% |
| Education | 567 | 23.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 46 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 91 | 3.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 52 | 2.1% |
| Communications | 67 | 2.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 184 | 7.6% |
| Total | 2,426 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Taylor County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Taylor County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Taylor County are males with 2 vehicles (1,916, accounting for 35.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,451, making up 43.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 170 (3.2%) | 139 (3.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 673 (12.6%) | 512 (11.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,916 (35.8%) | 1,451 (32.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,548 (28.9%) | 1,363 (30.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 588 (11.0%) | 608 (13.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 460 (8.6%) | 335 (7.6%) |
| Total | 5,355 (100.0%) | 4,408 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Taylor County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Taylor County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,777 commuters, 20.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,316 commuters, 15.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,077 commuters, 12.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 791 | 9.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,777 | 20.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,316 | 15.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,077 | 12.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,047 | 12.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 510 | 5.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 670 | 7.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 176 | 2.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 181 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 543 | 6.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 411 | 4.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 252 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Taylor County
The most common commute times in Taylor County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,002 commuters, 20.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (775 commuters, 20.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 468 (9.5%) | 323 (8.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,002 (20.4%) | 775 (20.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 651 (13.3%) | 665 (17.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 561 (11.4%) | 516 (13.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 572 (11.6%) | 475 (12.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 286 (5.8%) | 224 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 405 (8.2%) | 265 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 51 (1.0%) | 125 (3.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 116 (2.4%) | 65 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 326 (6.6%) | 217 (5.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 277 (5.6%) | 134 (3.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 200 (4.1%) | 52 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Taylor County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Taylor County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (871, 17.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (581, 15.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 871 (17.7%) | 448 (11.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 548 (11.2%) | 216 (5.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 409 (8.3%) | 192 (5.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 492 (10.0%) | 272 (7.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 454 (9.2%) | 409 (10.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 416 (8.5%) | 533 (13.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 413 (8.4%) | 581 (15.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 223 (4.5%) | 209 (5.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 86 (1.8%) | 106 (2.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 113 (2.3%) | 210 (5.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 37 (0.7%) | 82 (2.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 15 (0.3%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 490 (10.0%) | 384 (10.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 348 (7.1%) | 177 (4.6%) |
| Total | 4,915 (100.0%) | 3,836 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Taylor County
Occupancy by Ownership in Taylor County
Of the total 7,754 dwellings in Taylor County, owner-occupied units account for 6,207 (80.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,547 (20.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,207 | 80.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,547 | 20.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,754 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Taylor County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,052 | 26.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,225 | 41.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 934 | 12.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,543 | 19.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,754 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Taylor County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,343 (65.4%) | 709 (34.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,766 (85.8%) | 459 (14.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 790 (84.6%) | 144 (15.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,308 (84.8%) | 235 (15.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,207 (80.0%) | 1,547 (20.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Taylor County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 491 (63.9%) | 277 (36.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,716 (82.7%) | 569 (17.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,835 (80.0%) | 459 (20.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,165 (82.8%) | 242 (17.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Taylor County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 939 | 12.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,206 | 15.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,317 | 17.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,881 | 24.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,339 | 17.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 687 | 8.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 385 | 5.0% |
| Total | 7,754 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Taylor County
Median Income by Occupancy in Taylor County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,207 (80.0%) | $71,478 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,547 (20.0%) | $40,483 |
| Average | 7,754 (100.0%) | $61,360 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Taylor County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 124 (2.0%) | 35 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 66 (1.1%) | 65 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 130 (2.1%) | 209 (13.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 197 (3.2%) | 151 (9.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 169 (2.7%) | 79 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 490 (7.9%) | 149 (9.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 845 (13.6%) | 277 (17.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,247 (20.1%) | 327 (21.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,026 (16.5%) | 142 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,142 (18.4%) | 51 (3.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 771 (12.4%) | 62 (4.0%) |
| Total | 6,207 (100.0%) | 1,547 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Taylor County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 251 (4.0%) | 33 (2.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 872 (14.1%) | 166 (10.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,527 (24.6%) | 529 (34.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 630 (10.2%) | 355 (23.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,559 (25.1%) | 227 (14.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 767 (12.4%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 369 (5.9%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 114 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 118 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,207 (100.0%) | 1,547 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Taylor County
Housing Structures in Taylor County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,279 | 81.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 54 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 281 | 3.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 230 | 3.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 155 | 2.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 188 | 2.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 567 | 7.3% |
| Total | 7,754 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Taylor County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,710 (90.9%) | 569 (9.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 17 (31.5%) | 37 (68.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 22 (7.8%) | 259 (92.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 3 (1.3%) | 227 (98.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 22 (14.2%) | 133 (85.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 188 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 433 (76.4%) | 134 (23.6%) |
| Total | 6,207 (80.0%) | 1,547 (20.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Taylor County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 29 (0.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 187 (3.0%) | 281 (18.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,758 (28.3%) | 791 (51.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,584 (41.6%) | 314 (20.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,649 (26.6%) | 160 (10.3%) |
| Total | 6,207 (100.0%) | 1,547 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Taylor County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,545 (24.9%) | 486 (31.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,556 (41.2%) | 320 (20.7%) |
| Electricity | 543 (8.7%) | 594 (38.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 329 (5.3%) | 32 (2.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,218 (19.6%) | 112 (7.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 16 (0.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| Total | 6,207 (100.0%) | 1,547 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Taylor County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 173 (2.8%) | 235 (15.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,098 (17.7%) | 721 (46.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,491 (40.1%) | 379 (24.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,445 (39.4%) | 212 (13.7%) |
| Total | 6,207 (100.0%) | 1,547 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Taylor County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Taylor County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,773 | 3,434 |
| Median Property Value | $157,300 | $179,400 |
| Median Household Income | $51,636 | $568 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $549 | $113 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,521 | $70 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Taylor County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 251 (9.0%) | 120 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 495 (17.8%) | 418 (12.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,609 (58.0%) | 2,286 (66.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 319 (11.5%) | 509 (14.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 75 (2.7%) | 75 (2.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 12 (0.4%) | 16 (0.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 12 (0.4%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,773 (100.0%) | 3,434 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Taylor County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 133 (4.8%) | 65 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 341 (12.3%) | 57 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 370 (13.3%) | 155 (4.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 462 (16.7%) | 120 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 566 (20.4%) | 383 (11.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 382 (13.8%) | 681 (19.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 316 (11.4%) | 644 (18.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 203 (7.3%) | 826 (24.0%) |
| Total | 2,773 (100.0%) | 3,434 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Taylor County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 891 (32.1%) | 88,510 (2,577.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 541 (19.5%) | 1,615 (47.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 440 (15.9%) | 867 (25.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 864 (31.2%) | 344 (10.0%) |
| Total | 2,773 (100.0%) | 3,434 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Taylor County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 232 (8.4%) | 37 (1.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 420 (15.1%) | 112 (3.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,079 (75.0%) | 431 (12.6%) |
| Total | 2,773 (100.0%) | 3,434 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Taylor County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Taylor County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,147 (90.8%) | 116 (9.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,365 (92.5%) | 274 (7.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,204 (87.6%) | 171 (12.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,429 (87.6%) | 203 (12.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,012 (89.9%) | 227 (10.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,306 (94.9%) | 125 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,190 (96.0%) | 132 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,267 (99.8%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,634 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18,554 (93.7%) | 1,253 (6.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Taylor County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,147 (90.8%) | 116 (9.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,365 (92.5%) | 274 (7.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,204 (87.6%) | 171 (12.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Taylor County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,787 (91.9%) | 158 (8.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,478 (93.1%) | 259 (6.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,579 (93.2%) | 260 (6.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,066 (94.0%) | 197 (6.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,638 (94.6%) | 379 (5.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Taylor County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 493 (39.0%) | 774 (61.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,143 (31.4%) | 2,459 (67.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 188 (13.7%) | 1,081 (78.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 303 (18.6%) | 1,224 (75.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 401 (17.9%) | 1,711 (76.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 410 (16.9%) | 1,957 (80.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 602 (18.1%) | 2,775 (83.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,203 (97.0%) | 1,277 (56.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,633 (99.9%) | 1,088 (66.6%) |
| Total | 7,376 (37.2%) | 14,346 (72.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Taylor County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 121 (6.7%) | 50 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 130 (7.7%) | 73 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 489 (11.8%) | 388 (10.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 305 (25.3%) | 135 (12.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 254 (33.8%) | 379 (43.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Taylor County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.4%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (1.4%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 189 (4.5%) | 48 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 176 (14.6%) | 28 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 166 (22.1%) | 137 (15.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 66 (1.6%) | 18 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (0.7%) | 16 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (4.6%) | 66 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 107 (5.9%) | 20 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 106 (6.3%) | 53 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 133 (3.2%) | 215 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 29 (2.4%) | 51 (4.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (4.4%) | 72 (8.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (0.9%) | 24 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.6%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 192 (4.6%) | 203 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 139 (11.5%) | 104 (9.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (13.7%) | 229 (26.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 21 (1.2%) | 29 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.9%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 50 (1.2%) | 58 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (2.6%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (8.2%) | 38 (4.3%) |
Technology Access in Taylor County
Computing Device Access in Taylor County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,436 | 70.1% |
| Smartphone | 5,772 | 74.4% |
| Tablet | 4,038 | 52.1% |
| No Computing Device | 997 | 12.9% |
| Total | 7,754 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Taylor County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 97 | 1.3% |
| Broadband Home | 4,149 | 53.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,243 | 16.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 971 | 12.5% |
| No Internet | 1,361 | 17.5% |
| Total | 7,754 | 100.0% |
Taylor County Summary
Taylor County is located in the north-central region of Wisconsin, and is bordered by Clark, Chippewa, Eau Claire, Marathon, and Wood Counties. The county seat is Medford, and the county is named after William R. Taylor, a Wisconsin legislator and judge. The county has a total area of 845 square miles, of which 837 square miles is land and 8 square miles is water.
History
The area that is now Taylor County was originally inhabited by the Ojibwe people. The first white settlers arrived in the area in the 1840s, and the county was officially organized in 1875. The county was named after William R. Taylor, a Wisconsin legislator and judge.
In the late 19th century, the county was largely agricultural, with dairy farming being the primary industry. The county also had several sawmills and logging operations. In the early 20th century, the county began to diversify its economy, with the development of tourism, manufacturing, and other industries.
Geography
Taylor County is located in the north-central region of Wisconsin, and is bordered by Clark, Chippewa, Eau Claire, Marathon, and Wood Counties. The county has a total area of 845 square miles, of which 837 square miles is land and 8 square miles is water. The county is mostly rural, with the majority of the land being used for agricultural purposes. The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Petenwell, which is the second largest lake in Wisconsin.
Economy
The economy of Taylor County is largely based on agriculture, with dairy farming being the primary industry. The county also has several manufacturing and tourism-related businesses. The county is home to several large employers, including the Medford Cooperative, which is the largest employer in the county.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Taylor County had a population of 20,689. The population was spread out, with 48.3% male and 51.7% female. The median age was 43.7 years. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Taylor County was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $22,845. About 8.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Taylor County?
Total Population of Taylor County is 19,979.
What is the Total Male Population of Taylor County?
Total Male Population of Taylor County is 10,203.
What is the Total Female Population of Taylor County?
Total Female Population of Taylor County is 9,776.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Taylor County?
There are 104.37 Males per 100 Females in Taylor County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Taylor County?
There are 95.81 Females per 100 Males in Taylor County.
What is the Median Population Age in Taylor County?
Median Population Age in Taylor County is 44.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Taylor County
Average Family Size in Taylor County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Taylor County
Average Household Size in Taylor County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Taylor County?
Per Capita income in Taylor County is $32,874.
What is the Median Family Income in Taylor County?
Median Family Income in Taylor County is $76,816.
What is the Median Household income in Taylor County?
Median Household Income in Taylor County is $61,360.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Taylor County?
Income or Wage Gap in Taylor County is 27.3%.
Women in Taylor County earn 72.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Taylor County?
Family Income Deficit in Taylor County is $11,376.
Families that are below poverty line in Taylor County earn $11,376 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Taylor County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Taylor County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Taylor County?
There are 10,235 People in the Labor Forcein in Taylor County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Taylor County?
64.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Taylor County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Taylor County?
Unemployment Rate in Taylor County is 3.2%.