Follansbee, WV
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Follansbee Overview
2,812
TOTAL POPULATION
1,505
MALE POPULATION
1,307
FEMALE POPULATION
115.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,872
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,930
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,386
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,604
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Follansbee Zip Codes
Follansbee Area Codes
Race in Follansbee
The most populous races in Follansbee are White / Caucasian (2,756 | 98.0%), Two or more Races (55 | 2.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (26 | 0.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26 | 0.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,756 | 98.0% |
| Two or more Races | 55 | 2.0% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,812 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Follansbee
The most populous ancestries reported in Follansbee are Italian (427 | 15.2%), German (420 | 14.9%), Irish (390 | 13.9%), Polish (158 | 5.6%), and English (128 | 4.5%), together accounting for 54.2% of all Follansbee residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 31 | 1.1% |
| Austrian | 10 | 0.4% |
| Belgian | 22 | 0.8% |
| Croatian | 7 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 11 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 65 | 2.3% |
| Eastern European | 67 | 2.4% |
| English | 128 | 4.5% |
| European | 13 | 0.5% |
| French | 73 | 2.6% |
| French Canadian | 8 | 0.3% |
| German | 420 | 14.9% |
| Greek | 51 | 1.8% |
| Hungarian | 125 | 4.4% |
| Icelander | 89 | 3.2% |
| Irish | 390 | 13.9% |
| Italian | 427 | 15.2% |
| Korean | 15 | 0.5% |
| Lithuanian | 11 | 0.4% |
| Luxembourger | 61 | 2.2% |
| Norwegian | 101 | 3.6% |
| Pennsylvania German | 10 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 158 | 5.6% |
| Puerto Rican | 12 | 0.4% |
| Russian | 65 | 2.3% |
| Scandinavian | 17 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 115 | 4.1% |
| Scottish | 98 | 3.5% |
| Serbian | 25 | 0.9% |
| Slavic | 6 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 68 | 2.4% |
| Spaniard | 14 | 0.5% |
| Sri Lankan | 21 | 0.7% |
| Ukrainian | 8 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 24 | 0.9% | View All 35 Rows |
Immigrants in Follansbee
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Follansbee came from Europe (30 | 1.1%), Southern Europe (19 | 0.7%), Belgium (11 | 0.4%), Western Europe (11 | 0.4%), and Italy (10 | 0.4%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Follansbee residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 7 | 0.3% |
| Belgium | 11 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 30 | 1.1% |
| Greece | 9 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 10 | 0.4% |
| Philippines | 7 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 7 | 0.3% |
| Southern Europe | 19 | 0.7% |
| Western Europe | 11 | 0.4% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Follansbee
Sex and Age in Follansbee
The most populous age groups in Follansbee are 60 to 64 Years (340 | 22.6%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (186 | 14.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 55 (3.6%) | 47 (3.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 56 (3.7%) | 51 (3.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 85 (5.7%) | 25 (1.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 115 (7.6%) | 26 (2.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 96 (6.4%) | 186 (14.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 39 (2.6%) | 29 (2.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 48 (3.2%) | 90 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 82 (5.4%) | 64 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 75 (5.0%) | 88 (6.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 88 (5.9%) | 72 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 69 (4.6%) | 83 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 136 (9.0%) | 169 (12.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 340 (22.6%) | 95 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 78 (5.2%) | 76 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 38 (2.5%) | 77 (5.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 49 (3.3%) | 52 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 47 (3.1%) | 61 (4.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 9 (0.6%) | 16 (1.2%) |
| Total | 1,505 (100.0%) | 1,307 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Follansbee
Median Family Size in Follansbee
The median family size in Follansbee is 3.06 persons per family, with single male/father families (24 | 3.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.88 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (440 | 65.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.94 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 440 (65.3%) | 2.94 |
| Single Male/Father | 24 (3.6%) | 5.88 |
| Single Female/Mother | 210 (31.2%) | 2.99 |
| Total Families | 674 (100.0%) | 3.06 |
Median Household Size in Follansbee
The median household size in Follansbee is 2.08 persons per household, with single male/father households (24 | 1.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 7.17 persons per household. non-family households (679 | 50.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 440 (32.5%) | 2.94 |
| Single Male/Father | 24 (1.8%) | 7.17 |
| Single Female/Mother | 210 (15.5%) | 3.03 |
| Non-family | 679 (50.2%) | 1.04 |
| Total Households | 1,353 (100.0%) | 2.08 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Follansbee
Out of a total of 1,353 households in Follansbee, 674 (49.8%) are family households, while 679 (50.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 352, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 662.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 662 (48.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 352 (26.0%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 167 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 105 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 50 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 674 (49.8%) | 679 (50.2%) |
Female Fertility in Follansbee
Fertility by Age in Follansbee
Average fertility rate in Follansbee is 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 68.8% 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 | 5 (31.2%) | 16.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 11 (68.8%) | 49.0 |
| Total | 16 (100.0%) | 29.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Follansbee
68.8% of women with births (16) in Follansbee are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11 (68.8%) | 5 (31.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Follansbee
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 11 (68.8%) | 93.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 5 (31.2%) | 16.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 16 (100.0%) | 29.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Follansbee
31.2% of women with births in Follansbee are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11 (68.8%) | 5 (31.2%) |
Income in Follansbee
Income Overview in Follansbee
Per Capita Income in Follansbee is $35,872, while median incomes of families and households are $75,930 and $47,386 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,812 | $35,872 |
| Median Family Income | 674 | $75,930 |
| Mean Family Income | 674 | $95,359 |
| Median Household Income | 1,353 | $47,386 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,353 | $70,384 |
| Income Deficit | 674 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,812 | 33.91% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,812 | 66.09¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,812 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Follansbee
Average Earnings in Follansbee are $45,025, $46,382 for men and $30,656 for women, a difference of 33.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 800 (49.0%) | $46,382 |
| Female | 833 (51.0%) | $30,656 |
| Total | 1,633 (100.0%) | $45,025 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Follansbee
The most common earnings brackets in Follansbee are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (327 | 40.9%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (86 | 10.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 20 (2.5%) | 59 (7.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 40 (5.0%) | 45 (5.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 5 (0.6%) | 52 (6.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (4.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (4.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (3.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (3.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 32 (4.0%) | 34 (4.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 38 (4.8%) | 42 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 16 (2.0%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 12 (1.5%) | 54 (6.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 44 (5.5%) | 86 (10.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 36 (4.5%) | 24 (2.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 327 (40.9%) | 70 (8.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 16 (2.0%) | 73 (8.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 72 (9.0%) | 63 (7.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 74 (9.2%) | 35 (4.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 67 (8.4%) | 22 (2.6%) |
| Total | 800 (100.0%) | 833 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Follansbee
Average earnings in Follansbee are $46,488 for men and $33,482 for women, a difference of 28.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,125, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $46,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,041, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $17,974.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $46,477 | $17,974 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,250 | $30,855 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $92,125 | $68,041 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $46,488 | $33,482 |
Family Income in Follansbee
Family Income Brackets in Follansbee
According to the Follansbee family income data, there are 144 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 8 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 40 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8 | 1.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 18 | 2.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 34 | 5.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 77 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 144 | 21.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 136 | 20.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 107 | 15.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 54 | 8.0% |
| $200,000+ | 56 | 8.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Follansbee
3-person families (193 | 28.6%) account for the highest median family income in Follansbee with $80,938 per family, while 2-person families (352 | 52.2%) have the highest median income of $36,250 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 352 (52.2%) | $72,500 |
| 3-Person Families | 193 (28.6%) | $80,938 |
| 4-Person Families | 79 (11.7%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 50 (7.4%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 674 (100.0%) | $75,930 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Follansbee
The median family income in Follansbee is $75,930, with families comprising 3+ earners (103) having the highest median family income of $145,156, while families with 1 earner (253) have the lowest median family income of $53,281, accounting for 15.3% and 37.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 130 (19.3%) | $60,294 |
| 1 Earner | 253 (37.5%) | $53,281 |
| 2 Earners | 188 (27.9%) | $87,500 |
| 3+ Earners | 103 (15.3%) | $145,156 |
| Total | 674 (100.0%) | $75,930 |
Household Income in Follansbee
Household Income Brackets in Follansbee
With 464 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Follansbee, accounting for 34.3% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 62 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8 | 0.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 80 | 5.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 95 | 7.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 464 | 34.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 216 | 16.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 206 | 15.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 112 | 8.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 54 | 4.0% |
| $200,000+ | 55 | 4.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Follansbee
The median household income in Follansbee is $47,386, with the highest median household income of $57,500 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 330 households (24.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 71 households (5.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 71 (5.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 277 (20.5%) | $44,635 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 675 (49.9%) | $47,348 |
| 65+ Years | 330 (24.4%) | $57,500 |
| Total | 1,353 (100.0%) | $47,386 |
Poverty in Follansbee
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Follansbee
With 9.0% poverty level for males and 9.4% for females among the residents of Follansbee, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 51 males (86.4%) and 25 females (67.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (29.1%) | 10 (21.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (67.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 41 (65.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 51 (86.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 5 (5.8%) | 61 (51.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 22 (14.0%) | 11 (7.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 135 (9.0%) | 123 (9.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Follansbee
According to the poverty statistics in Follansbee, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 39 (70.9%) | 37 (78.7%) |
| 5 Years | 19 (100.0%) | 12 (32.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 22 (34.9%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 8 (13.6%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 93 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 96 (100.0%) | 202 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 82 (94.3%) | 58 (48.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 135 (86.0%) | 141 (92.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 157 (100.0%) | 155 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 476 (100.0%) | 256 (97.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 116 (100.0%) | 145 (94.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 105 (100.0%) | 129 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,370 (91.0%) | 1,184 (90.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Follansbee
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Follansbee show that 1.8% or 8 of the total 440 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 57.1%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 332 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 94 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 6 (42.9%) | 8 (57.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 432 (98.2%) | 8 (1.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Follansbee
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (15.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (88.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (22.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Follansbee
The poverty data for Follansbee shows that 8 of the married-couple family households (1.8%) and 48 of the single-parent households (20.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (57.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 household (88.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (11.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 8 (57.1%) | 40 (88.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (1.8%) | 48 (20.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Follansbee
Employment by Class of Employer in Follansbee
Among the 1,526 employed individuals in Follansbee, private company employees (979 | 64.1%), not-for-profit organizations (348 | 22.8%), and local government employees (145 | 9.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 979 | 64.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 14 | 0.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 10 | 0.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 348 | 22.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 145 | 9.5% |
| State Government Employees | 30 | 2.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,526 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Follansbee
According to the labor force statistics for Follansbee, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,471), 64.9% or 1,604 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 77 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 60 to 64 years, with 84.8% or 369 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.4% or 31 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 42 (35.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 178 (63.1%) | 31 (17.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 54 (79.4%) | 2 (3.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 103 (74.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 234 (75.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 262 (84.0%) | 24 (9.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 209 (68.5%) | 8 (3.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 369 (84.8%) | 12 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (28.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (32.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,604 (64.9%) | 77 (4.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Follansbee
According to labor force statistics for Follansbee, 78.6% of individuals (1,232) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,567) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 46 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 92.0% or 219 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.9% or 4 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 58 (87.9%) | 5 (6.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 508 (76.3%) | 19 (2.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 446 (74.7%) | 38 (6.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 219 (92.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,232 (78.6%) | 58 (3.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Follansbee
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Follansbee are Management (213 | 14.0%), Community & Social Service (74 | 4.9%), Education Instruction & Library (74 | 4.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74 | 4.9%), and Health Technologists (74 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Follansbee, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 110 (51.6%) | 103 (48.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 6 (8.1%) | 68 (91.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 6 (8.1%) | 68 (91.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 171 (36.8%) | 294 (63.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 794 (52.0%) | 732 (48.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Follansbee are Food Preparation & Serving (286 | 18.7%), Healthcare Support (87 | 5.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (24 | 1.6%), and Personal Care & Service (7 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Follansbee, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (90.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (70.8%), and Healthcare Support (16.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (83.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (29.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 14 (16.1%) | 73 (83.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 260 (90.9%) | 26 (9.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 17 (70.8%) | 7 (29.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 291 (72.0%) | 113 (28.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 794 (52.0%) | 732 (48.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Follansbee are Sales & Related (195 | 12.8%), and Office & Administration (150 | 9.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 74 (38.0%) | 121 (62.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 6 (4.0%) | 144 (96.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 80 (23.2%) | 265 (76.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 794 (52.0%) | 732 (48.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Follansbee are Construction & Extraction (38 | 2.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (24 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 794 (52.0%) | 732 (48.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Follansbee are Production (117 | 7.7%), Transportation (87 | 5.7%), and Material Moving (46 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 68 (58.1%) | 49 (41.9%) |
| Transportation | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 35 (76.1%) | 11 (23.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 190 (76.0%) | 60 (24.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 794 (52.0%) | 732 (48.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Follansbee
Employment Industries in Follansbee
The major employment industries in Follansbee include Health Care & Social Assistance (298 | 19.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (293 | 19.2%), Retail Trade (282 | 18.5%), Educational Services (124 | 8.1%), and Manufacturing (117 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Follansbee
The Follansbee industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (83.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 13 (52.0%) | 12 (48.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 100 (85.5%) | 17 (14.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 78 (27.7%) | 204 (72.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 21 (65.6%) | 11 (34.4%) |
| Utilities | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 9 (16.7%) | 45 (83.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 30 (32.6%) | 62 (67.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 39 (31.5%) | 85 (68.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 77 (25.8%) | 221 (74.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 38 (84.4%) | 7 (15.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 268 (91.5%) | 25 (8.5%) |
| Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Total | 794 (52.0%) | 732 (48.0%) |
Education in Follansbee
School Enrollment in Follansbee
The most common levels of schooling among the 558 students in Follansbee are college / undergraduate (200 | 35.8%), high school (125 | 22.4%), and middle school (85 | 15.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 19 | 3.4% |
| Kindergarten | 53 | 9.5% |
| Elementary School | 76 | 13.6% |
| Middle School | 85 | 15.2% |
| High School | 125 | 22.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 200 | 35.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 558 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Follansbee
Out of a total of 558 students who are enrolled in schools in Follansbee, 45 (8.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 513 (91.9%) 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 19 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 110 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 78 (75.0%) | 26 (25.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 110 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 125 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 169 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 513 (91.9%) | 45 (8.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Follansbee
Education (107 | 33.5%), science & technology (54 | 16.9%), business (38 | 11.9%), engineering (29 | 9.1%), and psychology (27 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 319 individuals in Follansbee who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 8 | 2.5% |
| Psychology | 27 | 8.5% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 29 | 9.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 54 | 16.9% |
| Business | 38 | 11.9% |
| Education | 107 | 33.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 15 | 4.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 20 | 6.3% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 21 | 6.6% |
| Total | 319 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Follansbee
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Follansbee
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Follansbee are males with 1 vehicle (418, accounting for 52.6%) and females with 1 vehicle (245, making up 57.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (1.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 418 (52.6%) | 245 (33.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 164 (20.6%) | 251 (34.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 171 (21.5%) | 155 (21.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 41 (5.2%) | 71 (9.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 794 (100.0%) | 732 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Follansbee
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Follansbee are 10 to 14 minutes (385 commuters, 26.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (259 commuters, 17.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (186 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 159 | 11.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 186 | 12.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 385 | 26.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 183 | 12.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 259 | 17.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 39 | 2.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 18 | 1.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 43 | 3.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 159 | 11.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 5 | 0.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 14 | 1.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Follansbee
The most common commute times in Follansbee are 10 to 14 minutes (329 commuters, 43.5%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (146 commuters, 21.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 17 (2.2%) | 142 (20.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 101 (13.4%) | 85 (12.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 329 (43.5%) | 56 (8.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 79 (10.4%) | 104 (15.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 113 (14.9%) | 146 (21.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 5 (0.7%) | 34 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 9 (1.2%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 11 (1.5%) | 32 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 73 (9.7%) | 86 (12.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 5 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 14 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Follansbee
The most frequent times of departure to work in Follansbee are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (329, 43.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (114, 16.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 36 (4.8%) | 11 (1.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 31 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 5 (0.7%) | 25 (3.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 76 (10.1%) | 38 (5.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 95 (12.6%) | 109 (15.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 32 (4.2%) | 86 (12.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 48 (6.4%) | 91 (13.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 17 (2.2%) | 114 (16.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (6.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (2.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (3.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 8 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 329 (43.5%) | 86 (12.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 79 (10.4%) | 54 (7.8%) |
| Total | 756 (100.0%) | 694 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Follansbee
Occupancy by Ownership in Follansbee
Of the total 1,353 dwellings in Follansbee, owner-occupied units account for 900 (66.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 453 (33.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 900 | 66.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 453 | 33.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,353 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Follansbee
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 662 | 48.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 369 | 27.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 167 | 12.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 155 | 11.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,353 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Follansbee
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 296 (44.7%) | 366 (55.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 345 (93.5%) | 24 (6.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 167 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 92 (59.4%) | 63 (40.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 900 (66.5%) | 453 (33.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Follansbee
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 50 (87.7%) | 7 (12.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 357 (56.7%) | 273 (43.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 286 (67.1%) | 140 (32.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 207 (86.3%) | 33 (13.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Follansbee
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 203 | 15.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 145 | 10.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 181 | 13.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 494 | 36.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 186 | 13.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 127 | 9.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 17 | 1.3% |
| Total | 1,353 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Follansbee
Median Income by Occupancy in Follansbee
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 900 (66.5%) | $72,083 |
| Renter-Occupied | 453 (33.5%) | $45,538 |
| Average | 1,353 (100.0%) | $47,386 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Follansbee
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (11.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 43 (4.8%) | 12 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 17 (1.9%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 70 (7.8%) | 25 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 164 (18.2%) | 300 (66.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 176 (19.6%) | 40 (8.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 201 (22.3%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 111 (12.3%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 110 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 453 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Follansbee
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 240 (26.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 162 (18.0%) | 20 (4.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 164 (18.2%) | 275 (60.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 69 (7.7%) | 62 (13.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 213 (23.7%) | 96 (21.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 52 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 453 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Follansbee
Housing Structures in Follansbee
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 908 | 67.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 4 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 22 | 1.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 68 | 5.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 89 | 6.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 262 | 19.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,353 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Follansbee
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 849 (93.5%) | 59 (6.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 51 (75.0%) | 17 (25.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 89 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 262 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 900 (66.5%) | 453 (33.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Follansbee
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (8.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 262 (57.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 286 (31.8%) | 119 (26.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 397 (44.1%) | 26 (5.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 217 (24.1%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 453 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Follansbee
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 790 (87.8%) | 109 (24.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 88 (9.8%) | 114 (25.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 22 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 230 (50.8%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 453 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Follansbee
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 24 (2.7%) | 40 (8.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 366 (40.7%) | 388 (85.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 305 (33.9%) | 25 (5.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 205 (22.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 900 (100.0%) | 453 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Follansbee
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Follansbee
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 501 | 399 |
| Median Property Value | $77,500 | $139,500 |
| Median Household Income | $54,083 | $88 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $307 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $624 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Follansbee
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 185 (36.9%) | 19 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 102 (20.4%) | 66 (16.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 208 (41.5%) | 288 (72.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 6 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (5.3%) |
| Total | 501 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Follansbee
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (4.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 68 (13.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 39 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 106 (21.2%) | 31 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 126 (25.2%) | 58 (14.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 87 (17.4%) | 50 (12.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 53 (10.6%) | 114 (28.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 22 (4.4%) | 58 (14.5%) |
| Total | 501 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Follansbee
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 280 (55.9%) | 86,691 (21,727.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 89 (17.8%) | 237 (59.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 75 (15.0%) | 77 (19.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 57 (11.4%) | 59 (14.8%) |
| Total | 501 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Follansbee
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 318 (63.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 130 (26.0%) | 202 (50.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 35 (7.0%) | 116 (29.1%) |
| Total | 501 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Follansbee
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Follansbee
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 151 (95.6%) | 7 (4.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 302 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 296 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 165 (85.9%) | 27 (14.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 291 (94.2%) | 18 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 312 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 694 (93.8%) | 46 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 269 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 234 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,714 (96.5%) | 98 (3.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Follansbee
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 151 (95.6%) | 7 (4.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 302 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 296 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Follansbee
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 302 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 738 (97.0%) | 23 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 601 (99.7%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 423 (88.9%) | 53 (11.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 650 (97.0%) | 20 (3.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Follansbee
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 62 (39.2%) | 89 (56.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 152 (50.3%) | 185 (61.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 115 (38.9%) | 189 (63.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 55 (28.6%) | 110 (57.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 22 (7.1%) | 269 (87.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 52 (16.7%) | 273 (87.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 139 (18.8%) | 571 (77.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 261 (97.0%) | 179 (66.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 234 (100.0%) | 160 (68.4%) |
| Total | 1,092 (38.8%) | 2,025 (72.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Follansbee
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 33 (12.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 66 (36.1%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 76 (9.6%) | 33 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (13.8%) | 25 (16.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (36.2%) | 55 (42.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Follansbee
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 | 16 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (4.3%) | 9 (5.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (24.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (12.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 33 (12.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 57 (31.1%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 49 (6.2%) | 13 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (6.0%) | 8 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (36.2%) | 35 (27.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 57 (31.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 62 (7.9%) | 33 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (13.8%) | 18 (11.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (41.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 57 (31.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (2.0%) | 21 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (12.1%) | 8 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (27.1%) |
Technology Access in Follansbee
Computing Device Access in Follansbee
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 823 | 60.8% |
| Smartphone | 971 | 71.8% |
| Tablet | 703 | 52.0% |
| No Computing Device | 311 | 23.0% |
| Total | 1,353 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Follansbee
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 901 | 66.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 38 | 2.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 47 | 3.5% |
| No Internet | 400 | 29.6% |
| Total | 1,353 | 100.0% |
Follansbee Summary
Follansbee is a city located in Brooke County, West Virginia, United States. It is part of the Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 2,541 at the 2010 census.
History
Follansbee was founded in 1891 by the Follansbee brothers, who were looking for a place to build a steel mill. The brothers purchased land along the Ohio River and built the Follansbee Steel Company. The company was a major employer in the area and the city grew rapidly. The city was incorporated in 1901.
The steel mill was a major employer in the area until it closed in the 1980s. The city has since diversified its economy and is now home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries.
Geography
Follansbee is located at 40 24 17 North 80 37 17 West 40 404722 80 621389
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Follansbee's economy is largely based on manufacturing and retail. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including Follansbee Steel, which produces steel products for the construction industry. The city also has several retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Lowe's Home Improvement store, and a variety of restaurants.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,541 people, 1,093 households, and 690 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,093.3 people per square mile (808.3/km2). There were 1,193 housing units at an average density of 990.8 per square mile (382.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.90.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $31,964 versus $20,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,945. About 11.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Follansbee?
Total Population of Follansbee is 2,812.
What is the Total Male Population of Follansbee?
Total Male Population of Follansbee is 1,505.
What is the Total Female Population of Follansbee?
Total Female Population of Follansbee is 1,307.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Follansbee?
There are 115.15 Males per 100 Females in Follansbee.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Follansbee?
There are 86.84 Females per 100 Males in Follansbee.
What is the Median Population Age in Follansbee?
Median Population Age in Follansbee is 49.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Follansbee
Average Family Size in Follansbee is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Follansbee
Average Household Size in Follansbee is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Follansbee?
Per Capita income in Follansbee is $35,872.
What is the Median Family Income in Follansbee?
Median Family Income in Follansbee is $75,930.
What is the Median Household income in Follansbee?
Median Household Income in Follansbee is $47,386.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Follansbee?
Income or Wage Gap in Follansbee is 33.9%.
Women in Follansbee earn 66.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Follansbee?
Inequality or Gini Index in Follansbee is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Follansbee?
There are 1,604 People in the Labor Forcein in Follansbee.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Follansbee?
64.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Follansbee.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Follansbee?
Unemployment Rate in Follansbee is 4.8%.