Gary, WV Map & Demographics
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Gary Overview
$15,348
PER CAPITA INCOME
$28,688
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$33,482
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
910
TOTAL POPULATION
378
MALE POPULATION
532
FEMALE POPULATION
71.05
MALES / 100 FEMALES
140.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.6
MEDIAN AGE
5.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
291
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Gary Zip Codes
Gary Area Codes
Income in Gary
Income Overview in Gary
Per Capita Income in Gary is $15,348, while median incomes of families and households are $28,688 and $33,482 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 910 | $15,348 |
Median Family Income | 135 | $28,688 |
Mean Family Income | 135 | $59,706 |
Median Household Income | 249 | $33,482 |
Mean Household Income | 249 | $46,155 |
Income Deficit | 135 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 910 | 0.00% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 910 | 100.00¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 910 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Gary

Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 43 (15.4%) | $0 |
Female | 236 (84.6%) | $0 |
Total | 279 (100.0%) | $0 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gary
The most common earnings brackets in Gary are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (11 | 25.6%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (50 | 21.2%).

Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 8 (18.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (21.2%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (3.4%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 3 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (20.8%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (9.3%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (4.7%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 10 (23.3%) | 20 (8.5%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (5.9%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (11.4%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 6 (14.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 11 (25.6%) | 7 (3.0%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (6.8%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000+ | 5 (11.6%) | 12 (5.1%) |
Total | 43 (100.0%) | 236 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gary

Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | - | - |
College or Associate's Degree | $60,568 | $0 |
Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
Graduate Degree | - | - |
Total | $46,458 | $22,727 |
Family Income in Gary
Family Income Brackets in Gary
According to the Gary family income data, there are 30 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families.

Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 13 | 9.6% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 21 | 15.6% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 17 | 12.6% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 30 | 22.2% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 12 | 8.9% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 | 3.7% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 21 | 15.6% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 16 | 11.9% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gary

Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 72 (53.3%) | $0 |
3-Person Families | 35 (25.9%) | $0 |
4-Person Families | 28 (20.7%) | $0 |
5-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
Total | 135 (100.0%) | $28,688 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Gary

Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 55 (40.7%) | $20,156 |
1 Earner | 32 (23.7%) | $0 |
2 Earners | 32 (23.7%) | $0 |
3+ Earners | 16 (11.8%) | $0 |
Total | 135 (100.0%) | $28,688 |
Household Income in Gary
Household Income Brackets in Gary
With 67 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Gary, accounting for 26.9% of all households.

Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 36 | 14.5% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 24 | 9.6% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 32 | 12.9% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 41 | 16.5% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 67 | 26.9% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 7 | 2.8% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 | 2.0% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 21 | 8.4% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 16 | 6.4% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Gary
The median household income in Gary is $33,482, with the highest median household income of $33,750 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 67 households (26.9%) 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 6 households (2.4%) in this group.

Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 6 (2.4%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 21 (8.4%) | $0 |
45 to 64 Years | 155 (62.3%) | $29,438 |
65+ Years | 67 (26.9%) | $33,750 |
Total | 249 (100.0%) | $33,482 |
Poverty in Gary
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gary
With 24.6% poverty level for males and 23.8% for females among the residents of Gary, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 14 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
15 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 39 (81.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 11 (44.0%) | 30 (76.9%) |
45 to 54 Years | 9 (47.4%) | 22 (37.9%) |
55 to 64 Years | 19 (52.8%) | 29 (29.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 5 (50.0%) | 7 (21.9%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (5.1%) |
Total | 88 (24.6%) | 107 (23.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gary
According to the poverty statistics in Gary, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 18 to 24 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 163 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 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 | 9 (18.8%) | 118 (100.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 9 (100.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 14 (56.0%) | 9 (23.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 10 (52.6%) | 36 (62.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 17 (47.2%) | 69 (70.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 5 (50.0%) | 25 (78.1%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (100.0%) | 37 (94.9%) |
Total | 269 (75.3%) | 343 (76.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gary
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gary show that 31.8% or 21 of the total 66 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 26.2%, which includes 16 families.

Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 45 (73.8%) | 16 (26.2%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 45 (68.2%) | 21 (31.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gary

Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (31.9%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (36.8%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (33.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gary
The poverty data for Gary shows that 21 of the married-couple family households (31.8%) and 22 of the single-parent households (31.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (36.8%) living below poverty.

Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 16 (26.2%) | 15 (30.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 5 (100.0%) | 7 (36.8%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 21 (31.8%) | 22 (31.9%) |
Race in Gary
The most populous races in Gary are White / Caucasian (447 | 49.1%), Black / African American (279 | 30.7%), and Two or more Races (181 | 19.9%).

Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
Black / African American | 279 | 30.7% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 2 | 0.2% |
Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
White / Caucasian | 447 | 49.1% |
Two or more Races | 181 | 19.9% |
Some other Race | 3 | 0.3% |
Total | 910 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Gary
The most populous ancestries reported in Gary are Irish (345 | 37.9%), American (118 | 13.0%), Dutch (46 | 5.1%), French (46 | 5.1%), and English (27 | 3.0%), together accounting for 63.9% of all Gary residents.

Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
African | 2 | 0.2% |
American | 118 | 13.0% |
Czechoslovakian | 9 | 1.0% |
Dutch | 46 | 5.1% |
English | 27 | 3.0% |
European | 2 | 0.2% |
French | 46 | 5.1% |
German | 20 | 2.2% |
Hungarian | 11 | 1.2% |
Irish | 345 | 37.9% |
Italian | 11 | 1.2% |
Polish | 9 | 1.0% |
Puerto Rican | 2 | 0.2% |
Scottish | 11 | 1.2% |
Subsaharan African | 2 | 0.2% | View All 15 Rows |
Immigrants in Gary

Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Gary
Sex and Age in Gary
The most populous age groups in Gary are 5 to 9 Years (163 | 43.1%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (118 | 22.2%) for women.

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Years | 163 (43.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (3.2%) |
15 to 19 Years | 36 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 17 (4.5%) | 118 (22.2%) |
25 to 29 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (9.2%) |
30 to 34 Years | 9 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 39 Years | 5 (1.3%) | 30 (5.6%) |
40 to 44 Years | 20 (5.3%) | 9 (1.7%) |
45 to 49 Years | 5 (1.3%) | 36 (6.8%) |
50 to 54 Years | 23 (6.1%) | 26 (4.9%) |
55 to 59 Years | 7 (1.8%) | 54 (10.2%) |
60 to 64 Years | 29 (7.7%) | 58 (10.9%) |
65 to 69 Years | 5 (1.3%) | 37 (7.0%) |
70 to 74 Years | 5 (1.3%) | 45 (8.5%) |
75 to 79 Years | 12 (3.2%) | 29 (5.4%) |
80 to 84 Years | 38 (10.1%) | 19 (3.6%) |
85 Years and over | 4 (1.1%) | 5 (0.9%) |
Total | 378 (100.0%) | 532 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Gary
Median Family Size in Gary
The median family size in Gary is 4.96 persons per family, with single male/father families (3 | 2.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 7.33 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (66 | 48.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.53 persons per family.

Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 66 (48.9%) | 2.53 |
Single Male/Father | 3 (2.2%) | 7.33 |
Single Female/Mother | 66 (48.9%) | 7.29 |
Total Families | 135 (100.0%) | 4.96 |
Median Household Size in Gary

Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 66 (26.5%) | 2.53 |
Single Male/Father | 3 (1.2%) | 12.33 |
Single Female/Mother | 66 (26.5%) | 7.29 |
Non-family | 114 (45.8%) | - |
Total Households | 249 (100.0%) | 3.21 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gary
Out of a total of 249 households in Gary, 135 (54.2%) are family households, while 114 (45.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 72, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 114.

Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 114 (45.8%) |
2-Person Households | 72 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3-Person Households | 32 (12.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 28 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 3 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 135 (54.2%) | 114 (45.8%) |
Female Fertility in Gary
Fertility by Age in Gary

Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gary

Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Gary

Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gary

Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Gary
Employment by Class of Employer in Gary
Among the 268 employed individuals in Gary, private company employees (147 | 54.8%), not-for-profit organizations (82 | 30.6%), and local government employees (28 | 10.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.

Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 147 | 54.8% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 82 | 30.6% |
Local Government Employees | 28 | 10.4% |
State Government Employees | 11 | 4.1% |
Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 268 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Gary
According to the labor force statistics for Gary, out of the total population over 16 years of age (725), 40.1% or 291 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 21 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 49 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 12 of them being unemployed.

Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 12 (38.7%) | 12 (100.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 76 (56.3%) | 6 (7.9%) |
25 to 29 Years | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 1 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 16 (25.0%) | 3 (18.8%) |
45 to 54 Years | 68 (75.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 59 Years | 30 (49.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 17 (19.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 14 (15.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 8 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 291 (40.1%) | 21 (7.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gary
According to labor force statistics for Gary, 50.3% of individuals (181) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (360) are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 3 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 84.0% or 21 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.6% or 3 of them being unemployed.

Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 44 (37.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College / Associate Degree | 116 (62.4%) | 5 (2.6%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 21 (84.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 181 (50.3%) | 6 (1.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Gary
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gary are Computers, Engineering & Science (33 | 12.2%), Architecture & Engineering (33 | 12.2%), Community & Social Service (30 | 11.1%), Management (26 | 9.6%), and Education, Arts & Media (26 | 9.6%).

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gary, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (30.3%), and Architecture & Engineering (30.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%).

Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 10 (30.3%) | 23 (69.7%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 10 (30.3%) | 23 (69.7%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 10 (11.2%) | 79 (88.8%) |
Total (Overall) | 34 (12.6%) | 236 (87.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Gary are Healthcare Support (71 | 26.3%), Personal Care & Service (47 | 17.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (10 | 3.7%).

Services Occupations by Sex

Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (100.0%) |
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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (100.0%) |
Total (Category) | 10 (7.8%) | 118 (92.2%) |
Total (Overall) | 34 (12.6%) | 236 (87.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gary are Sales & Related (11 | 4.1%), and Office & Administration (9 | 3.3%).

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
Office & Administration | 1 (11.1%) | 8 (88.9%) |
Total (Category) | 1 (5.0%) | 19 (95.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 34 (12.6%) | 236 (87.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gary are , and Construction & Extraction (5 | 1.8%).

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 34 (12.6%) | 236 (87.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gary are Transportation (26 | 9.6%), and Material Moving (2 | 0.7%).

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Transportation | 6 (23.1%) | 20 (76.9%) |
Material Moving | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 8 (28.6%) | 20 (71.4%) |
Total (Overall) | 34 (12.6%) | 236 (87.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Gary
Employment Industries in Gary
The major employment industries in Gary include Health Care & Social Assistance (91 | 33.7%), Educational Services (42 | 15.6%), Professional & Scientific (33 | 12.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (12 | 4.4%), and Retail Trade (11 | 4.1%).

Employment Industries by Sex in Gary
The Gary industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).

Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Manufacturing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Retail Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 10 (30.3%) | 23 (69.7%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Services | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 1 (1.1%) | 90 (98.9%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
Total | 34 (12.6%) | 236 (87.4%) |
Education in Gary
School Enrollment in Gary
The most common levels of schooling among the 334 students in Gary are elementary school (163 | 48.8%), college / undergraduate (121 | 36.2%), and high school (33 | 9.9%).

School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 0 | 0.0% |
Kindergarten | 0 | 0.0% |
Elementary School | 163 | 48.8% |
Middle School | 17 | 5.1% |
High School | 33 | 9.9% |
College / Undergraduate | 121 | 36.2% |
Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 334 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gary
Out of a total of 334 students who are enrolled in schools in Gary, 47 (14.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 287 (85.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 47 (81.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 163 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.

Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 163 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 11 (19.0%) | 47 (81.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 287 (85.9%) | 47 (14.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gary
Business (14 | 51.8%), arts & humanities (7 | 25.9%), psychology (4 | 14.8%), and education (2 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 27 individuals in Gary 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 | 0 | 0.0% |
Psychology | 4 | 14.8% |
Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 0 | 0.0% |
Business | 14 | 51.8% |
Education | 2 | 7.4% |
Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
Arts & Humanities | 7 | 25.9% |
Total | 27 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Gary
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gary
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gary are males with 2 vehicles (10, accounting for 32.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (157, making up 4.2%).

Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 6 (19.4%) | 40 (17.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 10 (32.3%) | 157 (66.5%) |
3 Vehicles | 5 (16.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4 Vehicles | 10 (32.3%) | 39 (16.5%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 31 (100.0%) | 236 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Gary
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gary are 20 to 24 minutes (75 commuters, 29.5%), 60 to 89 minutes (71 commuters, 28.0%), and 40 to 44 minutes (52 commuters, 20.5%).

Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 11 | 4.3% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 9 | 3.5% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 75 | 29.5% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 4 | 1.6% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 20 | 7.9% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 52 | 20.5% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 71 | 28.0% |
90 or more Minutes | 12 | 4.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Gary
The most common commute times in Gary are less than 5 minutes (11 commuters, 34.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (75 commuters, 33.8%) for females.

Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 11 (34.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 6 (18.8%) | 3 (1.3%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (33.8%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.8%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (9.0%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 5 (15.6%) | 47 (21.2%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 10 (31.2%) | 61 (27.5%) |
90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (5.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gary
The most frequent times of departure to work in Gary are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (10, 31.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (58, 26.1%) for females.

Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (12.6%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 6 (18.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (9.0%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 10 (31.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 58 (26.1%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (25.2%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 10 (31.2%) | 23 (10.4%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (3.2%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 1 (3.1%) | 8 (3.6%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 5 (15.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (9.9%) |
Total | 32 (100.0%) | 222 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Gary
Occupancy by Ownership in Gary
Of the total 249 dwellings in Gary, owner-occupied units account for 207 (83.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 42 (16.9%).

Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 207 | 83.1% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 42 | 16.9% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 249 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Gary

Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 114 | 45.8% |
2-Person Household | 72 | 28.9% |
3-Person Household | 32 | 12.9% |
4+ Person Household | 31 | 12.4% |
Total Housing Units | 249 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gary

Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 91 (79.8%) | 23 (20.2%) |
2-Person Household | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3-Person Household | 20 (62.5%) | 12 (37.5%) |
4+ Person Household | 24 (77.4%) | 7 (22.6%) |
Total Housing Units | 207 (83.1%) | 42 (16.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gary

Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 7 (43.8%) | 9 (56.2%) |
High School Diploma | 93 (88.6%) | 12 (11.4%) |
College/Associate Degree | 100 (93.5%) | 7 (6.5%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 7 (33.3%) | 14 (66.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gary

Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 6 | 2.4% |
35 to 44 Years | 21 | 8.4% |
45 to 54 Years | 36 | 14.5% |
55 to 64 Years | 119 | 47.8% |
65 to 74 Years | 28 | 11.2% |
75 to 84 Years | 39 | 15.7% |
85 Years and Over | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 249 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Gary
Median Income by Occupancy in Gary

Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 207 (83.1%) | $32,589 |
Renter-Occupied | 42 (16.9%) | $0 |
Average | 249 (100.0%) | $33,482 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gary

Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 20 (9.7%) | 9 (21.4%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 7 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 24 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 9 (4.3%) | 7 (16.7%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 16 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 41 (19.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 53 (25.6%) | 14 (33.3%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 7 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 9 (4.3%) | 12 (28.6%) |
$150,000 or more | 16 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 207 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gary

Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 44 (21.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$300 to $499 | 113 (54.6%) | 6 (14.3%) |
$500 to $799 | 31 (15.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $999 | 19 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (28.6%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 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 | 207 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Gary
Housing Structures in Gary

Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 225 | 90.4% |
Single Unit, Attached | 19 | 7.6% |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
Mobile Home / Other | 5 | 2.0% |
Total | 249 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gary

Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 183 (81.3%) | 42 (18.7%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 207 (83.1%) | 42 (16.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gary

Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 30 (14.5%) | 3 (7.1%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 116 (56.0%) | 18 (42.9%) |
8 or more Rooms | 61 (29.5%) | 21 (50.0%) |
Total | 207 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gary

Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 3 (1.5%) | 12 (28.6%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 12 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Electricity | 175 (84.5%) | 21 (50.0%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 11 (5.3%) | 3 (7.1%) |
Coal or Coke | 6 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (14.3%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 207 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Gary

Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 7 (3.4%) | 3 (7.1%) |
1 Vehicle | 64 (30.9%) | 20 (47.6%) |
2 Vehicles | 98 (47.3%) | 12 (28.6%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 38 (18.4%) | 7 (16.7%) |
Total | 207 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Gary
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gary
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 182 | 25 |
Median Property Value | $56,200 | $0 |
Median Household Income | $28,500 | $16 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $381 | $0 |
Real Estate Taxes | $199 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gary

Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 75 (41.2%) | 9 (36.0%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 97 (53.3%) | 16 (64.0%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 10 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 182 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gary

Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 27 (14.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 49 (26.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 41 (22.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 53 (29.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 7 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 5 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (36.0%) |
Total | 182 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gary

Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 98 (53.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 51 (28.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4.0x or more | 26 (14.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 182 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gary

Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 97 (53.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 182 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Gary
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gary

Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 194 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
19 to 25 Years | 151 (96.2%) | 6 (3.8%) |
26 to 34 Years | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 62 (96.9%) | 2 (3.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 55 (71.4%) | 22 (28.6%) |
55 to 64 Years | 111 (82.8%) | 23 (17.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 754 (93.4%) | 53 (6.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gary

Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 194 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 151 (96.2%) | 6 (3.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gary

Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 154 (75.1%) | 51 (24.9%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 281 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 and over | 296 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gary

Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 177 (91.2%) | 17 (8.8%) |
19 to 25 Years | 125 (79.6%) | 26 (16.6%) |
25 to 34 Years | 57 (98.3%) | 50 (86.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 42 (65.6%) | 20 (31.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 29 (37.7%) | 26 (33.8%) |
55 to 64 Years | 59 (44.0%) | 74 (55.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 42 (100.0%) | 15 (35.7%) |
75 Years and over | 81 (100.0%) | 73 (90.1%) |
Total | 612 (75.8%) | 301 (37.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gary

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (17.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 95 (56.9%) |
35 to 64 Years | 12 (15.0%) | 76 (39.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (12.5%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (100.0%) | 31 (79.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gary
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 | 7 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (100.0%) | 6 (15.4%) |
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%) | 95 (56.9%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (16.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (100.0%) | 6 (15.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (17.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 9 (11.3%) | 42 (21.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (100.0%) | 31 (79.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 10 (12.5%) | 49 (25.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (12.5%) |
75 Years and over | 42 (100.0%) | 14 (35.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 3 (3.7%) | 2 (1.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (35.9%) |
Technology Access in Gary
Computing Device Access in Gary

Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 173 | 69.5% |
Smartphone | 191 | 76.7% |
Tablet | 185 | 74.3% |
No Computing Device | 15 | 6.0% |
Total | 249 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Gary

Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 182 | 73.1% |
Cellular Data Only | 7 | 2.8% |
Satellite Internet | 22 | 8.8% |
No Internet | 38 | 15.3% |
Total | 249 | 100.0% |
Gary Summary
Gary, West Virginia is a small town located in McDowell County in the southern part of the state. It is situated in the Appalachian Mountains and is surrounded by the towns of Welch, Northfork, and Keystone. The population of Gary was 1,845 in the 2010 census.
History
Gary was founded in the late 1800s by coal miners who were looking for work in the area. The town was named after the Gary Coal and Coke Company, which was the first coal company to operate in the area. The company was founded by William Gary, who was a prominent businessman in the area. The town grew rapidly in the early 1900s, and by the 1920s it had become a bustling coal mining town.
The town was also home to a number of other businesses, including a hotel, a bank, a movie theater, and a variety of stores. The town was also home to a number of churches, including the First Baptist Church, which was founded in the early 1900s.
The town was also home to a number of schools, including Gary High School, which was founded in the early 1900s. The school was the first high school in McDowell County and was the only high school in the area until the 1950s.
Geography
Gary is located in the Appalachian Mountains in the southern part of West Virginia. The town is situated in a valley between two mountains, and is surrounded by the towns of Welch, Northfork, and Keystone. The town is located at an elevation of 1,845 feet above sea level.
The climate in Gary is temperate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
Economy
The economy of Gary is largely based on coal mining. The town was founded by coal miners, and the coal industry has been the main source of employment in the area for many years. The town is also home to a number of other businesses, including a hotel, a bank, a movie theater, and a variety of stores.
Demographics
The population of Gary was 1,845 in the 2010 census. The population is largely white, with a small percentage of African Americans and Native Americans. The median household income in Gary is $25,000, and the median age is 44. The town has a high rate of poverty, with nearly 40% of the population living below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Gary?
Per Capita income in Gary is $15,348.
What is the Median Family Income in Gary?
Median Family Income in Gary is $28,688.
What is the Median Household income in Gary?
Median Household Income in Gary is $33,482.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gary?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gary is 0.50.
What is the Total Population of Gary?
Total Population of Gary is 910.
What is the Total Male Population of Gary?
Total Male Population of Gary is 378.
What is the Total Female Population of Gary?
Total Female Population of Gary is 532.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gary?
There are 71.05 Males per 100 Females in Gary.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gary?
There are 140.74 Females per 100 Males in Gary.
What is the Median Population Age in Gary?
Median Population Age in Gary is 43.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gary
Average Family Size in Gary is 5.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gary
Average Household Size in Gary is 3.2 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gary?
There are 291 People in the Labor Forcein in Gary.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gary?
40.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Gary.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gary?
Unemployment Rate in Gary is 7.2%.