Independence Residents

Diversity

B+

Based on ethnic and economic diversity.

Population

8,584

Unemployment Rate

1.5%

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Non-Citizens

0.5%

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Independence Demographics

Master's degree or higher
11%
national 13%
Bachelor's degree
14%
national 21%
Some college or associate's degree
36%
national 29%
High school diploma or equivalent
31%
national 26%
Less than high school diploma
8%
national 11%

White
80%
Hispanic
8%
African American
5%
Two or more races
5%
American Indian or Alaska native
1%
Other race
0%
Asian
0%
Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
0%

Male
50%
Female
50%

<10 years
13%
10-17 years
11%
18-24 years
9%
25-34 years
13%
35-44 years
11%
45-54 years
10%
55-64 years
15%
65+ years
19%

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Income

Median Household Income

$44,565

National

$69,021

<$25k
26%
$25-$44k
24%
$45-$74k
30%
$75-$149k
16%
$150k+
4%

Median Individual Income

$24,636

National

$34,429

<$15k
29%
$15-$34k
36%
$35-$64k
27%
$65k+
8%

Community

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What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?

Based on 3 responses

It's a small town, everyone knows everyone
67%
Be active outside to meet neighbors
33%

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