About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the distribution of median household income among distinct age brackets of householders in Rusk County. Based on the latest 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates from the American Community Survey, it displays how income varies among householders of different ages in Rusk County. It showcases how household incomes typically rise as the head of the household gets older. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into age-based household income trends and explore the variations in incomes across households.

Key observations: Insights from 2021

In terms of income distribution across age cohorts, in Rusk County, householders within the 25 to 44 years age group have the highest median household income at $70,124, followed by those in the 45 to 64 years age group with an income of $58,210. Meanwhile householders within the 65 years and over age group report the second lowest median household income of $47,413. Notably, householders within the under 25 years age group, had the lowest median household income at $44,250.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2017-2021 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2022-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Age groups classifications include:

• Under 25 years
• 25 to 44 years
• 45 to 64 years
• 65 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Of The Head Of Household: This column presents the age of the head of household
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2022 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific age group

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

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Inspiration

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Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Rusk County median household income by age. You can refer the same here