Lewis County, WV
Lewis County Overview
16,920
TOTAL POPULATION
8,494
MALE POPULATION
8,426
FEMALE POPULATION
100.81
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.20
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,444
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,138
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,552
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,044
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,230
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Lewis County
The most populous races in Lewis County are White / Caucasian (15,733 | 93.0%), Two or more Races (979 | 5.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (229 | 1.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 97 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 22 | 0.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 229 | 1.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 35 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 15,733 | 93.0% |
| Two or more Races | 979 | 5.8% |
| Some other Race | 54 | 0.3% |
| Total | 16,920 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Lewis County
The most populous ancestries reported in Lewis County are German (2,680 | 15.8%), Irish (2,110 | 12.5%), American (1,653 | 9.8%), English (1,504 | 8.9%), and Italian (954 | 5.6%), together accounting for 52.6% of all Lewis County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Albanian | 6 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,653 | 9.8% |
| Arab | 10 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 7 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 82 | 0.5% |
| Cajun | 20 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 23 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 30 | 0.2% |
| Choctaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rican | 23 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 159 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 6 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,504 | 8.9% |
| European | 101 | 0.6% |
| French | 148 | 0.9% |
| German | 2,680 | 15.8% |
| Greek | 28 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,110 | 12.5% |
| Italian | 954 | 5.6% |
| Jamaican | 14 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 125 | 0.7% |
| Lebanese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 53 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 64 | 0.4% |
| Portuguese | 8 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 21 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 161 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 162 | 1.0% |
| Slovene | 12 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 132 | 0.8% |
| Swedish | 26 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 8 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 34 | 0.2% | View All 38 Rows |
Immigrants in Lewis County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lewis County came from Asia (25 | 0.2%), Philippines (25 | 0.2%), South Eastern Asia (25 | 0.2%), Central America (23 | 0.1%), and Costa Rica (23 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Lewis County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 25 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 23 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | 23 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 23 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 25 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 25 | 0.2% | View All 8 Rows |
Sex and Age in Lewis County
Sex and Age in Lewis County
The most populous age groups in Lewis County are 55 to 59 Years (681 | 8.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (710 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 463 (5.4%) | 441 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 509 (6.0%) | 503 (6.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 571 (6.7%) | 531 (6.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 496 (5.8%) | 461 (5.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 466 (5.5%) | 346 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 540 (6.4%) | 494 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 470 (5.5%) | 497 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 547 (6.4%) | 437 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 481 (5.7%) | 494 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 556 (6.6%) | 532 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 594 (7.0%) | 588 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 681 (8.0%) | 710 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 476 (5.6%) | 507 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 534 (6.3%) | 517 (6.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 496 (5.8%) | 557 (6.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 244 (2.9%) | 319 (3.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 159 (1.9%) | 314 (3.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 211 (2.5%) | 178 (2.1%) |
| Total | 8,494 (100.0%) | 8,426 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Lewis County
Median Family Size in Lewis County
The median family size in Lewis County is 3.05 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,333 | 76.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (363 | 8.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.75 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,333 (76.1%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 363 (8.3%) | 2.75 |
| Single Female/Mother | 684 (15.6%) | 3.07 |
| Total Families | 4,380 (100.0%) | 3.05 |
Median Household Size in Lewis County
The median household size in Lewis County is 2.44 persons per household, with single female/mother households (684 | 10.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.31 persons per household. non-family households (2,459 | 36.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,333 (48.7%) | 3.12 |
| Single Male/Father | 363 (5.3%) | 3.10 |
| Single Female/Mother | 684 (10.0%) | 3.31 |
| Non-family | 2,459 (36.0%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 6,839 (100.0%) | 2.44 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lewis County
Out of a total of 6,839 households in Lewis County, 4,380 (64.0%) are family households, while 2,459 (36.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,291, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,036.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,036 (29.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,291 (33.5%) | 421 (6.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 827 (12.1%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 755 (11.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 368 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 117 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 22 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,380 (64.0%) | 2,459 (36.0%) |
Female Fertility in Lewis County
Fertility by Age in Lewis County
Average fertility rate in Lewis County is 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 77.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 (6.7%) | 22.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 115 (77.2%) | 86.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 24 (16.1%) | 15.0 |
| Total | 149 (100.0%) | 44.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lewis County
40.3% of women with births (149) in Lewis 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 53.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 54 (47.0%) | 61 (53.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (25.0%) | 18 (75.0%) |
| Total | 60 (40.3%) | 89 (59.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Lewis County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 2 (1.3%) | 4.0 |
| High School Diploma | 97 (65.1%) | 76.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 28 (18.8%) | 28.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22 (14.8%) | 67.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 149 (100.0%) | 44.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lewis County
59.7% of women with births in Lewis 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 73.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 26 (26.8%) | 71 (73.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 10 (35.7%) | 18 (64.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 60 (40.3%) | 89 (59.7%) |
Income in Lewis County
Income Overview in Lewis County
Per Capita Income in Lewis County is $31,444, while median incomes of families and households are $69,138 and $50,552 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,920 | $31,444 |
| Median Family Income | 4,380 | $69,138 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,380 | $86,276 |
| Median Household Income | 6,839 | $50,552 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,839 | $75,282 |
| Income Deficit | 4,380 | $12,044 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,920 | 45.86% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,920 | 54.14¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,920 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Lewis County
Average Earnings in Lewis County are $38,026, $51,030 for men and $27,629 for women, a difference of 45.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,024 (54.9%) | $51,030 |
| Female | 3,302 (45.1%) | $27,629 |
| Total | 7,326 (100.0%) | $38,026 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lewis County
The most common earnings brackets in Lewis County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (718 | 17.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (320 | 9.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 191 (4.8%) | 147 (4.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 72 (1.8%) | 196 (5.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 25 (0.6%) | 186 (5.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 95 (2.4%) | 94 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 83 (2.1%) | 108 (3.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 106 (2.6%) | 213 (6.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 157 (3.9%) | 110 (3.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 40 (1.0%) | 151 (4.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 85 (2.1%) | 152 (4.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 130 (3.2%) | 84 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 311 (7.7%) | 320 (9.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 199 (5.0%) | 143 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 214 (5.3%) | 186 (5.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 160 (4.0%) | 180 (5.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 83 (2.1%) | 251 (7.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 222 (5.5%) | 97 (2.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 295 (7.3%) | 112 (3.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 239 (5.9%) | 185 (5.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 718 (17.8%) | 141 (4.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 599 (14.9%) | 246 (7.4%) |
| Total | 4,024 (100.0%) | 3,302 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lewis County
Average earnings in Lewis County are $58,526 for men and $33,455 for women, a difference of 42.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $90,625, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $53,311. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $77,070, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,139.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $53,311 | $26,575 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $62,617 | $28,404 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $62,163 | $59,514 |
| Graduate Degree | $90,625 | $77,070 |
| Total | $58,526 | $33,455 |
Family Income in Lewis County
Family Income Brackets in Lewis County
According to the Lewis County family income data, there are 788 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 110 families (2.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 232 | 5.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 110 | 2.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 368 | 8.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 420 | 9.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 499 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 666 | 15.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 701 | 16.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 788 | 18.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 232 | 5.3% |
| $200,000+ | 364 | 8.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lewis County
7+ person families (22 | 0.5%) account for the highest median family income in Lewis County with $151,964 per family, while 2-person families (2,428 | 55.4%) have the highest median income of $30,484 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,428 (55.4%) | $60,969 |
| 3-Person Families | 795 (18.1%) | $58,705 |
| 4-Person Families | 718 (16.4%) | $102,880 |
| 5-Person Families | 343 (7.8%) | $71,319 |
| 6-Person Families | 74 (1.7%) | $134,000 |
| 7+ Person Families | 22 (0.5%) | $151,964 |
| Total | 4,380 (100.0%) | $69,138 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lewis County
The median family income in Lewis County is $69,138, with families comprising 3+ earners (364) having the highest median family income of $168,269, while families with no earners (1,145) have the lowest median family income of $36,528, accounting for 8.3% and 26.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,145 (26.1%) | $36,528 |
| 1 Earner | 1,484 (33.9%) | $59,375 |
| 2 Earners | 1,387 (31.7%) | $98,792 |
| 3+ Earners | 364 (8.3%) | $168,269 |
| Total | 4,380 (100.0%) | $69,138 |
Household Income in Lewis County
Household Income Brackets in Lewis County
With 1,005 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lewis County, accounting for 14.7% of all households. In contrast, only 308 households (4.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 486 | 7.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 445 | 6.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 848 | 12.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 745 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 869 | 12.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,005 | 14.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 821 | 12.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 889 | 13.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 308 | 4.5% |
| $200,000+ | 424 | 6.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Lewis County
The median household income in Lewis County is $50,552, with the highest median household income of $71,859 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,569 households (37.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,686, with 2,321 households (33.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 106 (1.5%) | $38,750 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,843 (27.0%) | $55,181 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,569 (37.6%) | $71,859 |
| 65+ Years | 2,321 (33.9%) | $37,686 |
| Total | 6,839 (100.0%) | $50,552 |
Poverty in Lewis County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lewis County
With 14.7% poverty level for males and 19.0% for females among the residents of Lewis County, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 200 males (43.2%) and 181 females (35.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 200 (43.2%) | 112 (25.4%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (13.6%) | 22 (33.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 103 (17.8%) | 217 (31.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 109 (25.6%) | 45 (17.4%) |
| 15 Years | 27 (28.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 15 (7.4%) | 43 (17.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 30 (4.6%) | 181 (35.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 68 (6.9%) | 143 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 235 (23.1%) | 278 (29.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 163 (14.4%) | 77 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 114 (10.1%) | 163 (13.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 133 (13.2%) | 195 (18.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 28 (4.6%) | 102 (13.1%) |
| Total | 1,234 (14.7%) | 1,578 (19.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lewis County
According to the poverty statistics in Lewis County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.4% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 263 (56.8%) | 329 (74.6%) |
| 5 Years | 57 (86.4%) | 44 (66.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 474 (82.2%) | 468 (68.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 317 (74.4%) | 214 (82.6%) |
| 15 Years | 69 (71.9%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 187 (92.6%) | 209 (82.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 627 (95.4%) | 329 (64.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 920 (93.1%) | 843 (85.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 783 (76.9%) | 653 (70.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 970 (85.6%) | 1,033 (93.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,019 (89.9%) | 1,049 (86.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 874 (86.8%) | 864 (81.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 586 (95.4%) | 679 (86.9%) |
| Total | 7,146 (85.3%) | 6,749 (81.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lewis County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lewis County show that 5.0% or 166 of the total 3,333 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 23.0%, comprising of 56 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.2%, which includes 46 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,081 (97.8%) | 46 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 898 (93.3%) | 64 (6.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 188 (77.0%) | 56 (23.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,167 (95.0%) | 166 (5.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lewis County
According to the poverty data in Lewis County, 26.5% or 96 single-father households and 35.7% or 244 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 households (36.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (80.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 26 (15.4%) | 7 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 70 (36.1%) | 195 (48.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (80.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 96 (26.5%) | 244 (35.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lewis County
The poverty data for Lewis County shows that 166 of the married-couple family households (5.0%) and 340 of the single-parent households (32.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 households (23.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 household (80.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 46 (2.2%) | 33 (8.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 64 (6.7%) | 265 (44.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 56 (23.0%) | 42 (80.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 166 (5.0%) | 340 (32.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Lewis County
Employment by Class of Employer in Lewis County
Among the 6,537 employed individuals in Lewis County, private company employees (4,677 | 71.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (453 | 6.9%), and state government employees (412 | 6.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,677 | 71.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 137 | 2.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 453 | 6.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 400 | 6.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 226 | 3.5% |
| State Government Employees | 412 | 6.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 232 | 3.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 6,537 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Lewis County
According to the labor force statistics for Lewis County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,771), 52.5% or 7,230 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.7% or 629 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 82.1% or 667 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.1% or 141 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 362 (43.8%) | 24 (6.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 667 (82.1%) | 41 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 826 (79.9%) | 141 (17.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 775 (80.1%) | 62 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,307 (66.7%) | 141 (10.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,650 (72.7%) | 145 (8.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 776 (55.8%) | 45 (5.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 509 (51.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 351 (16.7%) | 27 (7.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,230 (52.5%) | 629 (8.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lewis County
According to labor force statistics for Lewis County, 67.9% of individuals (5,842) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,604) are in the labor force, with 9.1% or 532 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 82.9% or 1,364 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.4% or 360 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 373 (51.7%) | 83 (11.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,501 (61.6%) | 585 (14.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,607 (73.8%) | 109 (5.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,364 (82.9%) | 59 (3.6%) |
| Total | 5,842 (67.9%) | 783 (9.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Lewis County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lewis County are Management (689 | 10.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (625 | 9.5%), Community & Social Service (332 | 5.0%), Health Technologists (325 | 4.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (238 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lewis County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (97.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (92.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (87.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (72.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 353 (51.2%) | 336 (48.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 103 (44.4%) | 129 (55.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 219 (92.0%) | 19 (8.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 45 (97.8%) | 1 (2.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 127 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 47 (72.3%) | 18 (27.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 123 (37.0%) | 209 (62.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 11 (39.3%) | 17 (60.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 35 (74.5%) | 12 (25.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 60 (27.8%) | 156 (72.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 17 (41.5%) | 24 (58.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 160 (25.6%) | 465 (74.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 42 (12.9%) | 283 (87.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 958 (45.3%) | 1,158 (54.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,632 (55.0%) | 2,976 (45.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Lewis County are Healthcare Support (360 | 5.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (327 | 5.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (222 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (123 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (109 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Lewis County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (84.2%), Law Enforcement (40.2%), and Security & Protection (35.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Healthcare Support (83.9%), and Personal Care & Service (78.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 58 (16.1%) | 302 (83.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 39 (35.8%) | 70 (64.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 39 (40.2%) | 58 (59.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 101 (30.9%) | 226 (69.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 187 (84.2%) | 35 (15.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 26 (21.1%) | 97 (78.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 411 (36.0%) | 730 (64.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,632 (55.0%) | 2,976 (45.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lewis County are Sales & Related (944 | 14.3%), and Office & Administration (595 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 493 (52.2%) | 451 (47.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 97 (16.3%) | 498 (83.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 590 (38.3%) | 949 (61.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,632 (55.0%) | 2,976 (45.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lewis County are Construction & Extraction (641 | 9.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (428 | 6.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (7 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 623 (97.2%) | 18 (2.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 428 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,058 (98.3%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,632 (55.0%) | 2,976 (45.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lewis County are Transportation (323 | 4.9%), Production (277 | 4.2%), and Material Moving (136 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 192 (69.3%) | 85 (30.7%) |
| Transportation | 309 (95.7%) | 14 (4.3%) |
| Material Moving | 114 (83.8%) | 22 (16.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 615 (83.6%) | 121 (16.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,632 (55.0%) | 2,976 (45.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Lewis County
Employment Industries in Lewis County
The major employment industries in Lewis County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,267 | 19.2%), Retail Trade (1,208 | 18.3%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (627 | 9.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (533 | 8.1%), and Construction (529 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lewis County
The Lewis County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (94.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (76.5%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (75.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 610 (97.3%) | 17 (2.7%) |
| Construction | 490 (92.6%) | 39 (7.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 283 (79.0%) | 75 (20.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 132 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 584 (48.3%) | 624 (51.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 117 (63.6%) | 67 (36.4%) |
| Utilities | 202 (97.6%) | 5 (2.4%) |
| Information | 58 (87.9%) | 8 (12.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 9 (5.8%) | 147 (94.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 166 (72.2%) | 64 (27.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 67 (80.7%) | 16 (19.3%) |
| Educational Services | 105 (37.6%) | 174 (62.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 323 (25.5%) | 944 (74.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 6 (25.0%) | 18 (75.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 125 (23.4%) | 408 (76.5%) |
| Public Administration | 151 (40.0%) | 227 (60.1%) |
| Total | 3,632 (55.0%) | 2,976 (45.0%) |
Education in Lewis County
School Enrollment in Lewis County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,074 students in Lewis County are middle school (968 | 31.5%), high school (856 | 27.9%), and elementary school (776 | 25.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 31 | 1.0% |
| Kindergarten | 207 | 6.7% |
| Elementary School | 776 | 25.2% |
| Middle School | 968 | 31.5% |
| High School | 856 | 27.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 206 | 6.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 30 | 1.0% |
| Total | 3,074 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lewis County
Out of a total of 3,074 students who are enrolled in schools in Lewis County, 188 (6.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,886 (93.9%) 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 7 (70.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 216 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 3 (30.0%) | 7 (70.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 866 (89.9%) | 97 (10.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,060 (98.7%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 540 (92.0%) | 47 (8.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 216 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 51 (68.9%) | 23 (31.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 95 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,886 (93.9%) | 188 (6.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lewis County
Business (534 | 22.5%), education (427 | 18.0%), science & technology (379 | 16.0%), arts & humanities (210 | 8.8%), and engineering (128 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 2,375 individuals in Lewis County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 76 | 3.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 82 | 3.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 16 | 0.7% |
| Psychology | 90 | 3.8% |
| Social Sciences | 100 | 4.2% |
| Engineering | 128 | 5.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 36 | 1.5% |
| Science & Technology | 379 | 16.0% |
| Business | 534 | 22.5% |
| Education | 427 | 18.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 117 | 4.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 92 | 3.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 55 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 33 | 1.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 210 | 8.8% |
| Total | 2,375 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Lewis County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lewis County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lewis County are males with 2 vehicles (1,439, accounting for 39.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (960, making up 49.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 41 (1.1%) | 75 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 485 (13.4%) | 561 (19.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,439 (39.7%) | 960 (32.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,067 (29.5%) | 782 (26.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 490 (13.5%) | 347 (11.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 99 (2.7%) | 191 (6.6%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,916 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Lewis County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lewis County are 20 to 24 minutes (904 commuters, 14.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (765 commuters, 12.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (745 commuters, 12.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 261 | 4.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 531 | 8.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 684 | 11.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 765 | 12.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 904 | 14.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 339 | 5.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 745 | 12.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 382 | 6.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 408 | 6.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 550 | 8.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 250 | 4.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 395 | 6.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Lewis County
The most common commute times in Lewis County are 20 to 24 minutes (599 commuters, 17.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (459 commuters, 17.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 169 (4.8%) | 92 (3.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 266 (7.5%) | 265 (9.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 352 (10.0%) | 332 (12.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 306 (8.7%) | 459 (17.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 599 (17.0%) | 305 (11.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 110 (3.1%) | 229 (8.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 385 (10.9%) | 360 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 189 (5.3%) | 193 (7.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 217 (6.1%) | 191 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 393 (11.1%) | 157 (5.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 188 (5.3%) | 62 (2.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 358 (10.1%) | 37 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lewis County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Lewis County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (551, 15.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (476, 17.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 508 (14.4%) | 133 (5.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 410 (11.6%) | 147 (5.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 186 (5.3%) | 82 (3.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 551 (15.6%) | 173 (6.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 377 (10.7%) | 249 (9.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 427 (12.1%) | 352 (13.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 251 (7.1%) | 476 (17.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 175 (5.0%) | 246 (9.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 84 (2.4%) | 98 (3.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 82 (2.3%) | 57 (2.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 38 (1.1%) | 122 (4.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 8 (0.2%) | 33 (1.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 207 (5.9%) | 253 (9.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 228 (6.5%) | 261 (9.7%) |
| Total | 3,532 (100.0%) | 2,682 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Lewis County
Occupancy by Ownership in Lewis County
Of the total 6,839 dwellings in Lewis County, owner-occupied units account for 4,975 (72.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,864 (27.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,975 | 72.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,864 | 27.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,839 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Lewis County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,036 | 29.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,712 | 39.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 829 | 12.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,262 | 18.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,839 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lewis County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,304 (64.0%) | 732 (35.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,940 (71.5%) | 772 (28.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 674 (81.3%) | 155 (18.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,057 (83.8%) | 205 (16.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,975 (72.7%) | 1,864 (27.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lewis County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 469 (58.0%) | 340 (42.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,007 (67.7%) | 957 (32.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,415 (76.9%) | 424 (23.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,084 (88.3%) | 143 (11.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 975 | 14.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 974 | 14.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,286 | 18.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,283 | 18.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,398 | 20.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 663 | 9.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 260 | 3.8% |
| Total | 6,839 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Lewis County
Median Income by Occupancy in Lewis County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,975 (72.7%) | $63,072 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,864 (27.3%) | $25,583 |
| Average | 6,839 (100.0%) | $50,552 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lewis County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 60 (1.2%) | 181 (9.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 70 (1.4%) | 172 (9.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 203 (4.1%) | 243 (13.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 304 (6.1%) | 146 (7.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 218 (4.4%) | 183 (9.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 512 (10.3%) | 235 (12.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 658 (13.2%) | 210 (11.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 767 (15.4%) | 236 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 656 (13.2%) | 162 (8.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 842 (16.9%) | 47 (2.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 685 (13.8%) | 49 (2.6%) |
| Total | 4,975 (100.0%) | 1,864 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lewis County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,260 (25.3%) | 139 (7.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,288 (25.9%) | 158 (8.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 734 (14.7%) | 578 (31.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 460 (9.2%) | 263 (14.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 763 (15.3%) | 260 (14.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 260 (5.2%) | 24 (1.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 156 (3.1%) | 11 (0.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 18 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 36 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,975 (100.0%) | 1,864 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Lewis County
Housing Structures in Lewis County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,889 | 71.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 | 0.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 115 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 46 | 0.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 98 | 1.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 316 | 4.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,366 | 20.0% |
| Total | 6,839 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lewis County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,973 (81.3%) | 916 (18.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 5 (4.3%) | 110 (95.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 15 (32.6%) | 31 (67.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 98 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 316 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 973 (71.2%) | 393 (28.8%) |
| Total | 4,975 (72.7%) | 1,864 (27.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lewis County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 7 (0.1%) | 55 (2.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 35 (0.7%) | 352 (18.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,597 (32.1%) | 912 (48.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,941 (39.0%) | 361 (19.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,395 (28.0%) | 184 (9.9%) |
| Total | 4,975 (100.0%) | 1,864 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lewis County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,469 (69.7%) | 1,192 (63.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 213 (4.3%) | 25 (1.3%) |
| Electricity | 1,043 (21.0%) | 579 (31.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 250 (5.0%) | 53 (2.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.8%) |
| Total | 4,975 (100.0%) | 1,864 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Lewis County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 149 (3.0%) | 555 (29.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,463 (29.4%) | 775 (41.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,903 (38.3%) | 391 (21.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,460 (29.3%) | 143 (7.7%) |
| Total | 4,975 (100.0%) | 1,864 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Lewis County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lewis County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,814 | 2,161 |
| Median Property Value | $112,700 | $161,600 |
| Median Household Income | $49,886 | $415 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $314 | $36 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $556 | $140 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lewis County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 587 (20.9%) | 179 (8.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 676 (24.0%) | 363 (16.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,194 (42.4%) | 1,217 (56.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 251 (8.9%) | 321 (14.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 52 (1.8%) | 67 (3.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 15 (0.5%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 39 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,814 (100.0%) | 2,161 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lewis County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 104 (3.7%) | 29 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 516 (18.3%) | 26 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 342 (12.1%) | 209 (9.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 448 (15.9%) | 170 (7.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 441 (15.7%) | 210 (9.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 338 (12.0%) | 326 (15.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 355 (12.6%) | 318 (14.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 270 (9.6%) | 487 (22.5%) |
| Total | 2,814 (100.0%) | 2,161 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lewis County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,412 (50.2%) | 85,664 (3,964.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 297 (10.5%) | 1,199 (55.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 263 (9.3%) | 303 (14.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 823 (29.2%) | 283 (13.1%) |
| Total | 2,814 (100.0%) | 2,161 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lewis County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,767 (62.8%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 548 (19.5%) | 1,091 (50.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 177 (6.3%) | 533 (24.7%) |
| Total | 2,814 (100.0%) | 2,161 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Lewis County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,017 (98.2%) | 19 (1.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,798 (98.7%) | 36 (1.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,102 (93.1%) | 81 (6.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,365 (81.0%) | 320 (19.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,801 (92.4%) | 148 (7.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,081 (92.8%) | 162 (7.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,139 (91.2%) | 206 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,025 (98.0%) | 41 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,395 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,723 (94.0%) | 1,013 (6.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lewis County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,017 (98.2%) | 19 (1.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,798 (98.7%) | 36 (1.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,102 (93.1%) | 81 (6.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lewis County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,021 (94.7%) | 168 (5.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,038 (93.4%) | 216 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,345 (95.1%) | 120 (4.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,240 (92.5%) | 181 (7.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,026 (93.9%) | 328 (6.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 611 (59.0%) | 466 (45.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,444 (50.9%) | 1,697 (59.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 305 (25.8%) | 865 (73.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 383 (22.7%) | 1,022 (60.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 752 (38.6%) | 1,084 (55.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 813 (36.2%) | 1,320 (58.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 752 (32.1%) | 1,512 (64.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,002 (96.9%) | 1,009 (48.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,387 (99.4%) | 783 (56.1%) |
| Total | 8,449 (50.5%) | 9,758 (58.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lewis County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 178 (13.0%) | 37 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (1.8%) | 79 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 721 (22.0%) | 602 (18.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 281 (27.9%) | 311 (29.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 313 (51.0%) | 434 (55.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lewis County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 77 (2.3%) | 86 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (11.0%) | 81 (7.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 156 (25.4%) | 137 (17.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 118 (3.6%) | 46 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (0.7%) | 60 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 51 (8.3%) | 89 (11.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 178 (13.0%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (1.8%) | 54 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 397 (12.1%) | 163 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 39 (3.9%) | 48 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (13.5%) | 152 (19.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 291 (8.9%) | 362 (11.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 171 (17.0%) | 234 (22.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 243 (39.6%) | 383 (49.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 69 (5.0%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 126 (3.8%) | 91 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 51 (5.1%) | 47 (4.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 84 (13.7%) | 203 (26.0%) |
Technology Access in Lewis County
Computing Device Access in Lewis County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,406 | 64.4% |
| Smartphone | 4,902 | 71.7% |
| Tablet | 3,887 | 56.8% |
| No Computing Device | 1,188 | 17.4% |
| Total | 6,839 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Lewis County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 19 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 4,339 | 63.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 499 | 7.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 613 | 9.0% |
| No Internet | 1,528 | 22.3% |
| Total | 6,839 | 100.0% |
Lewis County Summary
Lewis County is a county located in the state of West Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 16,372, making it the fourth-least populous county in West Virginia. Its county seat is Weston. The county was created in 1816 from Harrison County and named for Colonel Charles Lewis, an early settler and brother of Virginia Governor Andrew Lewis.
History
Lewis County was formed in 1816 from parts of Harrison County. It was named for Colonel Charles Lewis, an early settler and brother of Virginia Governor Andrew Lewis. The county was originally part of the Northwest Territory, and was later part of the state of Virginia.
The first settlers in the area were mostly of English and German descent. The first county seat was located in Weston, which was established in 1818. The county was divided into two districts in 1820, with Weston as the county seat of the western district and Jane Lew as the county seat of the eastern district.
In 1824, the county seat was moved to Weston, where it remains today. The county was divided into three districts in 1836, with Weston as the county seat of the western district, Jane Lew as the county seat of the central district, and West Union as the county seat of the eastern district.
Geography
Lewis County is located in the north-central part of West Virginia, along the border with Pennsylvania. It is bordered by Harrison County to the north, Upshur County to the east, Barbour County to the south, and Preston County to the west. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 439 square miles is land and 2.2 square miles is water.
The county is located in the Appalachian Mountains, and is mostly mountainous terrain. The highest point in the county is located on Spruce Knob, which has an elevation of 4,863 feet. The county is drained by the West Fork River and its tributaries.
Economy
The economy of Lewis County is largely based on agriculture and timber. The county is home to several large timber companies, including Weyerhaeuser and International Paper. The county also has a large dairy industry, with several large dairy farms located in the area.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a large glass manufacturing plant in Weston. The county also has a large tourism industry, with several ski resorts located in the area.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 16,372 people, 6,845 households, and 4,717 families residing in the county. The population density was 37.2 people per square mile. There were 7,845 housing units at an average density of 17.9 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.7% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 15.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Lewis County?
Total Population of Lewis County is 16,920.
What is the Total Male Population of Lewis County?
Total Male Population of Lewis County is 8,494.
What is the Total Female Population of Lewis County?
Total Female Population of Lewis County is 8,426.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lewis County?
There are 100.81 Males per 100 Females in Lewis County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lewis County?
There are 99.20 Females per 100 Males in Lewis County.
What is the Median Population Age in Lewis County?
Median Population Age in Lewis County is 43.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lewis County
Average Family Size in Lewis County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lewis County
Average Household Size in Lewis County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lewis County?
Per Capita income in Lewis County is $31,444.
What is the Median Family Income in Lewis County?
Median Family Income in Lewis County is $69,138.
What is the Median Household income in Lewis County?
Median Household Income in Lewis County is $50,552.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lewis County?
Income or Wage Gap in Lewis County is 45.9%.
Women in Lewis County earn 54.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lewis County?
Family Income Deficit in Lewis County is $12,044.
Families that are below poverty line in Lewis County earn $12,044 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lewis County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lewis County is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lewis County?
There are 7,230 People in the Labor Forcein in Lewis County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lewis County?
52.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Lewis County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lewis County?
Unemployment Rate in Lewis County is 8.7%.