Astoria's Single-Parent Myth: 50% of Households Don't Fit the Bill

Astoria, Oregon, known for its role in the movie “Kindergarten Cop,” was humorously dubbed the “single-parent capital of America.” However, a closer look at the statistics reveals a different story. The city, despite its historical significance as the first U.S. settlement west of the Rockies, does not lead in single-parent households. When adjusting for household size, only about 50% of Astoria’s households fall into the lower-, middle-, and upper-income levels, challenging the movie’s portrayal. Furthermore, demographic data shows that the city’s job market has evolved, with a timeline of the 100 most common jobs people switched to, adjusted by age, providing insights into employment trends. This analysis paints a picture of Astoria as a community with a diverse economic landscape, far from the single-parent stereotype.

Source: flowingdata.com