Stephens County, GA
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Stephens County Overview
26,732
TOTAL POPULATION
12,685
MALE POPULATION
14,047
FEMALE POPULATION
90.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,620
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,032
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,901
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,755
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,998
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Stephens County Area Codes
Race in Stephens County
The most populous races in Stephens County are White / Caucasian (21,858 | 81.8%), Black / African American (2,853 | 10.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,114 | 4.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 315 | 1.2% |
| Black / African American | 2,853 | 10.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 38 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,114 | 4.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 42 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 21,858 | 81.8% |
| Two or more Races | 914 | 3.4% |
| Some other Race | 712 | 2.7% |
| Total | 26,732 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Stephens County
The most populous ancestries reported in Stephens County are American (4,411 | 16.5%), English (3,728 | 14.0%), Irish (2,531 | 9.5%), German (1,907 | 7.1%), and Scottish (594 | 2.2%), together accounting for 49.3% of all Stephens County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 116 | 0.4% |
| American | 4,411 | 16.5% |
| Arab | 41 | 0.2% |
| Armenian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 32 | 0.1% |
| British | 135 | 0.5% |
| Burmese | 34 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 20 | 0.1% |
| Central American Indian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 70 | 0.3% |
| Cheyenne | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 178 | 0.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 389 | 1.5% |
| Dutch | 194 | 0.7% |
| Ecuadorian | 34 | 0.1% |
| English | 3,728 | 14.0% |
| Ethiopian | 5 | 0.0% |
| European | 364 | 1.4% |
| Filipino | 5 | 0.0% |
| French | 153 | 0.6% |
| French Canadian | 133 | 0.5% |
| German | 1,907 | 7.1% |
| Greek | 95 | 0.4% |
| Haitian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 68 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 2,531 | 9.5% |
| Italian | 278 | 1.0% |
| Jamaican | 23 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 21 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 34 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 346 | 1.3% |
| Northern European | 3 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 64 | 0.2% |
| Paraguayan | 12 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 9 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 166 | 0.6% |
| Portuguese | 36 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 66 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 38 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 585 | 2.2% |
| Scottish | 594 | 2.2% |
| Serbian | 85 | 0.3% |
| Sioux | 10 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 8 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 9 | 0.0% |
| South American | 57 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 39 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 24 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 121 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 26 | 0.1% |
| Swiss | 47 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 187 | 0.7% |
| Turkish | 44 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 182 | 0.7% | View All 61 Rows |
Immigrants in Stephens County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Stephens County came from Latin America (681 | 2.5%), Caribbean (354 | 1.3%), Central America (293 | 1.1%), Mexico (293 | 1.1%), and Dominican Republic (199 | 0.7%), together accounting for 6.8% of all Stephens County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 74 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 150 | 0.6% |
| Canada | 8 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 354 | 1.3% |
| Central America | 293 | 1.1% |
| China | 5 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 155 | 0.6% |
| Denmark | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 199 | 0.7% |
| Eastern Africa | 74 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 28 | 0.1% |
| Ecuador | 34 | 0.1% |
| England | 15 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 119 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 47 | 0.2% |
| India | 93 | 0.4% |
| Kenya | 69 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 681 | 2.5% |
| Mexico | 293 | 1.1% |
| Northern Europe | 44 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 21 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 28 | 0.1% |
| South America | 34 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 93 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 21 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 31 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 31 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 47 | 0.2% | View All 31 Rows |
Sex and Age in Stephens County
Sex and Age in Stephens County
The most populous age groups in Stephens County are 65 to 69 Years (988 | 7.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,089 | 7.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 817 (6.4%) | 837 (6.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 654 (5.2%) | 912 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 774 (6.1%) | 803 (5.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 840 (6.6%) | 865 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 908 (7.2%) | 1,003 (7.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 821 (6.5%) | 769 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 748 (5.9%) | 758 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 657 (5.2%) | 691 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 665 (5.2%) | 842 (6.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 814 (6.4%) | 730 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 813 (6.4%) | 846 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 831 (6.6%) | 743 (5.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 904 (7.1%) | 1,089 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 988 (7.8%) | 954 (6.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 549 (4.3%) | 757 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 454 (3.6%) | 634 (4.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 275 (2.2%) | 297 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 173 (1.4%) | 517 (3.7%) |
| Total | 12,685 (100.0%) | 14,047 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Stephens County
Median Family Size in Stephens County
The median family size in Stephens County is 3.07 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,305 | 19.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (686 | 10.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.99 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,822 (70.8%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 686 (10.1%) | 2.99 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,305 (19.2%) | 3.30 |
| Total Families | 6,813 (100.0%) | 3.07 |
Median Household Size in Stephens County
The median household size in Stephens County is 2.54 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,305 | 12.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (3,400 | 33.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,822 (47.2%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 686 (6.7%) | 3.47 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,305 (12.8%) | 3.52 |
| Non-family | 3,400 (33.3%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 10,213 (100.0%) | 2.54 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Stephens County
Out of a total of 10,213 households in Stephens County, 6,813 (66.7%) are family households, while 3,400 (33.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,584, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,951.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,951 (28.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,584 (35.1%) | 362 (3.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,335 (13.1%) | 68 (0.7%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,004 (9.8%) | 19 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 597 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 182 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 111 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,813 (66.7%) | 3,400 (33.3%) |
Female Fertility in Stephens County
Fertility by Age in Stephens County
Average fertility rate in Stephens County is 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 142.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 26 (5.4%) | 30.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 359 (74.0%) | 142.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 100 (20.6%) | 43.0 |
| Total | 485 (100.0%) | 85.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Stephens County
85.2% of women with births (485) in Stephens County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 5.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 338 (94.2%) | 21 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 75 (75.0%) | 25 (25.0%) |
| Total | 413 (85.2%) | 72 (14.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Stephens County
Average fertility rate in Stephens County is 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 131.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 2.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 45.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 26 (5.4%) | 23.0 |
| High School Diploma | 222 (45.8%) | 131.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 221 (45.6%) | 99.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 1 (0.2%) | 2.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 15 (3.1%) | 60.0 |
| Total | 485 (100.0%) | 85.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Stephens County
14.8% of women with births in Stephens County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school 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%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 189 (85.1%) | 33 (14.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 208 (94.1%) | 13 (5.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 413 (85.2%) | 72 (14.8%) |
Income in Stephens County
Income Overview in Stephens County
Per Capita Income in Stephens County is $26,620, while median incomes of families and households are $65,032 and $52,901 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 26,732 | $26,620 |
| Median Family Income | 6,813 | $65,032 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,813 | $80,689 |
| Median Household Income | 10,213 | $52,901 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,213 | $66,178 |
| Income Deficit | 6,813 | $7,755 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 26,732 | 18.70% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 26,732 | 81.30¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 26,732 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Stephens County
Average Earnings in Stephens County are $30,210, $34,420 for men and $27,985 for women, a difference of 18.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,761 (53.4%) | $34,420 |
| Female | 5,892 (46.6%) | $27,985 |
| Total | 12,653 (100.0%) | $30,210 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Stephens County
The most common earnings brackets in Stephens County are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (474 | 7.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (723 | 12.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 394 (5.8%) | 457 (7.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 298 (4.4%) | 218 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 391 (5.8%) | 333 (5.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 272 (4.0%) | 294 (5.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 217 (3.2%) | 210 (3.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 230 (3.4%) | 169 (2.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 234 (3.5%) | 302 (5.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 63 (0.9%) | 79 (1.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 295 (4.4%) | 214 (3.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 199 (2.9%) | 288 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 414 (6.1%) | 723 (12.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 455 (6.7%) | 505 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 474 (7.0%) | 518 (8.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 462 (6.8%) | 296 (5.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 331 (4.9%) | 87 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 453 (6.7%) | 228 (3.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 346 (5.1%) | 404 (6.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 348 (5.1%) | 147 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 429 (6.4%) | 248 (4.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 456 (6.7%) | 172 (2.9%) |
| Total | 6,761 (100.0%) | 5,892 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Stephens County
Average earnings in Stephens County are $37,730 for men and $30,582 for women, a difference of 19.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $54,028, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,750. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,731, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,750.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $33,750 | $23,750 |
| High School Diploma | $37,584 | $25,803 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $40,833 | $34,812 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,028 | $51,731 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $37,730 | $30,582 |
Family Income in Stephens County
Family Income Brackets in Stephens County
According to the Stephens County family income data, there are 1,608 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 68 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 109 | 1.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 68 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 538 | 7.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 613 | 9.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,002 | 14.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,608 | 23.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,090 | 16.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,070 | 15.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 504 | 7.4% |
| $200,000+ | 211 | 3.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Stephens County
4-person families (874 | 12.8%) account for the highest median family income in Stephens County with $79,383 per family, while 2-person families (3,808 | 55.9%) have the highest median income of $31,760 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,808 (55.9%) | $63,519 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,422 (20.9%) | $57,208 |
| 4-Person Families | 874 (12.8%) | $79,383 |
| 5-Person Families | 438 (6.4%) | $71,848 |
| 6-Person Families | 167 (2.5%) | $78,633 |
| 7+ Person Families | 104 (1.5%) | $0 |
| Total | 6,813 (100.0%) | $65,032 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Stephens County
The median family income in Stephens County is $65,032, with families comprising 3+ earners (615) having the highest median family income of $98,958, while families with no earners (1,555) have the lowest median family income of $48,563, accounting for 9.0% and 22.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,555 (22.8%) | $48,563 |
| 1 Earner | 2,180 (32.0%) | $51,235 |
| 2 Earners | 2,463 (36.1%) | $79,293 |
| 3+ Earners | 615 (9.0%) | $98,958 |
| Total | 6,813 (100.0%) | $65,032 |
Household Income in Stephens County
Household Income Brackets in Stephens County
With 2,114 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Stephens County, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 214 households (2.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 603 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 368 | 3.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,430 | 14.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,123 | 11.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,369 | 13.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,114 | 20.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,164 | 11.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,328 | 13.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 500 | 4.9% |
| $200,000+ | 214 | 2.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Stephens County
The median household income in Stephens County is $52,901, with the highest median household income of $60,986 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,776 households (37.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,804, with 3,332 households (32.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 431 (4.2%) | $41,576 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,674 (26.2%) | $53,693 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,776 (37.0%) | $60,986 |
| 65+ Years | 3,332 (32.6%) | $40,804 |
| Total | 10,213 (100.0%) | $52,901 |
Poverty in Stephens County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Stephens County
With 10.3% poverty level for males and 15.0% for females among the residents of Stephens County, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 30 males (37.5%) and 96 females (71.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 96 (11.7%) | 80 (9.6%) |
| 5 Years | 30 (37.5%) | 96 (71.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 120 (16.0%) | 277 (27.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 12 (2.9%) | 23 (4.6%) |
| 15 Years | 15 (15.1%) | 12 (8.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 31 (9.6%) | 4 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 64 (6.2%) | 135 (14.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 86 (5.5%) | 289 (18.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 80 (6.0%) | 208 (13.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 292 (18.0%) | 292 (18.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 260 (15.0%) | 184 (10.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 87 (5.7%) | 169 (9.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 85 (9.6%) | 262 (18.2%) |
| Total | 1,258 (10.3%) | 2,031 (15.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Stephens County
According to the poverty statistics in Stephens County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.1% of males and 98.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 721 (88.2%) | 757 (90.4%) |
| 5 Years | 50 (62.5%) | 38 (28.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 628 (84.0%) | 740 (72.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 406 (97.1%) | 480 (95.4%) |
| 15 Years | 84 (84.9%) | 127 (91.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 292 (90.4%) | 372 (98.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 973 (93.8%) | 798 (85.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,465 (94.5%) | 1,238 (81.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,242 (94.0%) | 1,325 (86.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,326 (82.0%) | 1,284 (81.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,473 (85.0%) | 1,648 (90.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,434 (94.3%) | 1,539 (90.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 800 (90.4%) | 1,179 (81.8%) |
| Total | 10,894 (89.6%) | 11,525 (85.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Stephens County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Stephens County show that 2.8% or 135 of the total 4,822 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.7%, comprising of 35 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,227 (98.0%) | 67 (2.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,085 (97.1%) | 33 (2.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 368 (91.3%) | 35 (8.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,687 (97.2%) | 135 (2.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Stephens County
According to the poverty data in Stephens County, 4.4% or 30 single-father households and 22.5% or 294 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (9.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (33.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 19 (5.1%) | 39 (8.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 217 (30.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (9.7%) | 38 (33.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 30 (4.4%) | 294 (22.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Stephens County
The poverty data for Stephens County shows that 135 of the married-couple family households (2.8%) and 324 of the single-parent households (16.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (8.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 217 household (23.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 67 (2.0%) | 58 (6.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (2.9%) | 217 (23.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 35 (8.7%) | 49 (21.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 135 (2.8%) | 324 (16.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Stephens County
Employment by Class of Employer in Stephens County
Among the 11,191 employed individuals in Stephens County, private company employees (7,680 | 68.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (945 | 8.4%), and local government employees (894 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 7,680 | 68.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 342 | 3.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 945 | 8.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 606 | 5.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 894 | 8.0% |
| State Government Employees | 672 | 6.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 52 | 0.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 11,191 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Stephens County
According to the labor force statistics for Stephens County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (21,697), 55.3% or 11,998 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 696 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.3% or 1,285 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.4% or 82 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 722 (49.2%) | 82 (11.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,340 (70.1%) | 56 (4.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,289 (81.1%) | 108 (8.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,285 (85.3%) | 62 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,278 (79.8%) | 71 (3.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,447 (76.4%) | 252 (10.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,162 (73.8%) | 37 (3.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 763 (38.3%) | 34 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 624 (19.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,998 (55.3%) | 696 (5.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Stephens County
According to labor force statistics for Stephens County, 72.5% of individuals (9,223) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,721) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 563 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 78.0% or 1,451 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.9% or 431 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,285 (64.3%) | 68 (3.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,950 (76.0%) | 567 (10.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,536 (69.2%) | 92 (2.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,451 (78.0%) | 32 (1.7%) |
| Total | 9,223 (72.5%) | 776 (6.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Stephens County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Stephens County are Community & Social Service (1,206 | 10.7%), Education Instruction & Library (970 | 8.6%), Management (923 | 8.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (399 | 3.5%), and Business & Financial (215 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Stephens County, 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 Health Technologists (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (80.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 650 (70.4%) | 273 (29.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 100 (46.5%) | 115 (53.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 165 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 112 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 402 (33.3%) | 804 (66.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 127 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 28 (80.0%) | 7 (20.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 189 (19.5%) | 781 (80.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 58 (78.4%) | 16 (21.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 89 (22.3%) | 310 (77.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 116 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,406 (48.3%) | 1,502 (51.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,023 (53.3%) | 5,280 (46.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Stephens County are Food Preparation & Serving (764 | 6.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (509 | 4.5%), Healthcare Support (364 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (256 | 2.3%), and Personal Care & Service (191 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Stephens County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (90.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (82.5%), and Security & Protection (73.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (95.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (85.2%), and Personal Care & Service (69.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 18 (5.0%) | 346 (95.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 189 (73.8%) | 67 (26.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 146 (82.5%) | 31 (17.5%) |
| Law Enforcement | 43 (54.4%) | 36 (45.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 113 (14.8%) | 651 (85.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 461 (90.6%) | 48 (9.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 59 (30.9%) | 132 (69.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 840 (40.3%) | 1,244 (59.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,023 (53.3%) | 5,280 (46.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Stephens County are Office & Administration (1,281 | 11.3%), and Sales & Related (1,079 | 9.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 533 (49.4%) | 546 (50.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 180 (14.1%) | 1,101 (86.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 713 (30.2%) | 1,647 (69.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,023 (53.3%) | 5,280 (46.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Stephens County are Construction & Extraction (468 | 4.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (405 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 468 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 391 (96.5%) | 14 (3.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 882 (98.4%) | 14 (1.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,023 (53.3%) | 5,280 (46.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Stephens County are Production (1,611 | 14.2%), Transportation (738 | 6.5%), and Material Moving (706 | 6.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,101 (68.3%) | 510 (31.7%) |
| Transportation | 585 (79.3%) | 153 (20.7%) |
| Material Moving | 496 (70.3%) | 210 (29.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,182 (71.4%) | 873 (28.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,023 (53.3%) | 5,280 (46.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Stephens County
Employment Industries in Stephens County
The major employment industries in Stephens County include Manufacturing (2,446 | 21.6%), Retail Trade (1,439 | 12.7%), Educational Services (1,417 | 12.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,053 | 9.3%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (868 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Stephens County
The Stephens County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (94.1%), and Construction (90.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (80.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (80.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 192 (94.1%) | 12 (5.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 551 (90.8%) | 56 (9.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,552 (63.4%) | 894 (36.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 194 (89.4%) | 23 (10.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 773 (53.7%) | 666 (46.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 466 (90.7%) | 48 (9.3%) |
| Utilities | 239 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 84 (63.6%) | 48 (36.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 62 (19.5%) | 256 (80.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 47 (48.0%) | 51 (52.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 160 (47.8%) | 175 (52.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 372 (78.1%) | 104 (21.8%) |
| Educational Services | 394 (27.8%) | 1,023 (72.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 173 (19.9%) | 695 (80.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 43 (46.7%) | 49 (53.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 318 (30.2%) | 735 (69.8%) |
| Public Administration | 131 (30.4%) | 300 (69.6%) |
| Total | 6,023 (53.3%) | 5,280 (46.7%) |
Education in Stephens County
School Enrollment in Stephens County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,795 students in Stephens County are college / undergraduate (1,484 | 25.6%), elementary school (1,304 | 22.5%), and high school (1,275 | 22.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 398 | 6.9% |
| Kindergarten | 164 | 2.8% |
| Elementary School | 1,304 | 22.5% |
| Middle School | 1,074 | 18.5% |
| High School | 1,275 | 22.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,484 | 25.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 96 | 1.7% |
| Total | 5,795 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Stephens County
Out of a total of 5,795 students who are enrolled in schools in Stephens County, 910 (15.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,885 (84.3%) 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 243 (41.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 203 (98.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 229 (67.5%) | 110 (32.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,290 (92.3%) | 108 (7.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,370 (90.3%) | 147 (9.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 824 (95.3%) | 41 (4.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 403 (64.2%) | 225 (35.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 348 (58.9%) | 243 (41.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 203 (98.1%) | 4 (1.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 218 (87.2%) | 32 (12.8%) |
| Total | 4,885 (84.3%) | 910 (15.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Stephens County
Education (773 | 24.3%), business (448 | 14.1%), science & technology (374 | 11.7%), liberal arts & history (241 | 7.6%), and social sciences (195 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 3,186 individuals in Stephens County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 148 | 4.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 181 | 5.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 150 | 4.7% |
| Psychology | 152 | 4.8% |
| Social Sciences | 195 | 6.1% |
| Engineering | 144 | 4.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 36 | 1.1% |
| Science & Technology | 374 | 11.7% |
| Business | 448 | 14.1% |
| Education | 773 | 24.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 141 | 4.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 241 | 7.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 94 | 2.9% |
| Communications | 73 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 36 | 1.1% |
| Total | 3,186 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Stephens County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Stephens County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Stephens County are males with 2 vehicles (2,389, accounting for 40.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,573, making up 47.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 118 (2.0%) | 142 (2.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 492 (8.4%) | 1,009 (20.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,389 (40.6%) | 1,573 (31.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,563 (26.6%) | 1,256 (24.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 695 (11.8%) | 604 (11.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 625 (10.6%) | 469 (9.3%) |
| Total | 5,882 (100.0%) | 5,053 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Stephens County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Stephens County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,017 commuters, 19.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,878 commuters, 17.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (1,830 commuters, 17.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 936 | 8.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,830 | 17.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,017 | 19.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,878 | 17.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 599 | 5.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 404 | 3.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 769 | 7.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 243 | 2.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 115 | 1.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 687 | 6.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 634 | 6.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 382 | 3.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Stephens County
The most common commute times in Stephens County are 10 to 14 minutes (968 commuters, 17.4%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,049 commuters, 21.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 534 (9.6%) | 402 (8.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 905 (16.3%) | 925 (18.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 968 (17.4%) | 1,049 (21.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 946 (17.0%) | 932 (18.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 332 (6.0%) | 267 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 239 (4.3%) | 165 (3.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 428 (7.7%) | 341 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 181 (3.3%) | 62 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 51 (0.9%) | 64 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 215 (3.9%) | 472 (9.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 442 (8.0%) | 192 (3.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 317 (5.7%) | 65 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Stephens County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Stephens County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (861, 15.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (784, 15.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 582 (10.5%) | 172 (3.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 190 (3.4%) | 323 (6.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 469 (8.4%) | 196 (4.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 476 (8.6%) | 271 (5.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 643 (11.6%) | 649 (13.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 808 (14.5%) | 784 (15.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 861 (15.5%) | 609 (12.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 356 (6.4%) | 437 (8.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 259 (4.7%) | 144 (2.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 39 (0.7%) | 231 (4.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 11 (0.2%) | 54 (1.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 153 (2.8%) | 131 (2.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 396 (7.1%) | 638 (12.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 315 (5.7%) | 297 (6.0%) |
| Total | 5,558 (100.0%) | 4,936 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Stephens County
Occupancy by Ownership in Stephens County
Of the total 10,213 dwellings in Stephens County, owner-occupied units account for 7,493 (73.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,720 (26.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,493 | 73.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,720 | 26.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,213 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Stephens County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,951 | 28.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,946 | 38.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,403 | 13.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,913 | 18.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,213 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Stephens County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,010 (68.1%) | 941 (31.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,081 (78.1%) | 865 (21.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 978 (69.7%) | 425 (30.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,424 (74.4%) | 489 (25.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,493 (73.4%) | 2,720 (26.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Stephens County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,104 (75.4%) | 361 (24.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,863 (72.3%) | 1,099 (27.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,080 (67.6%) | 995 (32.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,446 (84.5%) | 265 (15.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Stephens County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,754 | 17.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,351 | 13.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,522 | 14.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,254 | 22.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,924 | 18.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 888 | 8.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 520 | 5.1% |
| Total | 10,213 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Stephens County
Median Income by Occupancy in Stephens County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,493 (73.4%) | $61,581 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,720 (26.6%) | $34,492 |
| Average | 10,213 (100.0%) | $52,901 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Stephens County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 216 (2.9%) | 137 (5.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 212 (2.8%) | 36 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 210 (2.8%) | 153 (5.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 472 (6.3%) | 260 (9.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 465 (6.2%) | 229 (8.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 541 (7.2%) | 584 (21.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 897 (12.0%) | 475 (17.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,704 (22.7%) | 413 (15.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 960 (12.8%) | 204 (7.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,129 (15.1%) | 198 (7.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 687 (9.2%) | 31 (1.1%) |
| Total | 7,493 (100.0%) | 2,720 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Stephens County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,063 (14.2%) | 167 (6.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,830 (24.4%) | 250 (9.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,439 (19.2%) | 869 (32.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 715 (9.5%) | 754 (27.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,398 (18.7%) | 488 (17.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 415 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 466 (6.2%) | 25 (0.9%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 159 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 8 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,493 (100.0%) | 2,720 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Stephens County
Housing Structures in Stephens County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,078 | 69.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 91 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 501 | 4.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 352 | 3.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 68 | 0.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 213 | 2.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,910 | 18.7% |
| Total | 10,213 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Stephens County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,889 (83.2%) | 1,189 (16.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 62 (68.1%) | 29 (31.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 136 (27.2%) | 365 (72.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 352 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 17 (25.0%) | 51 (75.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 213 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,389 (72.7%) | 521 (27.3%) |
| Total | 7,493 (73.4%) | 2,720 (26.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Stephens County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (0.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 183 (2.4%) | 329 (12.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,369 (31.6%) | 1,565 (57.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,923 (39.0%) | 699 (25.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,018 (26.9%) | 102 (3.7%) |
| Total | 7,493 (100.0%) | 2,720 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Stephens County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,563 (20.9%) | 718 (26.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,043 (13.9%) | 70 (2.6%) |
| Electricity | 4,275 (57.1%) | 1,851 (68.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 13 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 533 (7.1%) | 45 (1.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 66 (0.9%) | 36 (1.3%) |
| Total | 7,493 (100.0%) | 2,720 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Stephens County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 207 (2.8%) | 288 (10.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,628 (21.7%) | 1,275 (46.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,850 (38.0%) | 916 (33.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,808 (37.5%) | 241 (8.9%) |
| Total | 7,493 (100.0%) | 2,720 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Stephens County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Stephens County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,225 | 3,268 |
| Median Property Value | $123,700 | $182,300 |
| Median Household Income | $46,926 | $318 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $429 | $8 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $793 | $188 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Stephens County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 895 (21.2%) | 131 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 760 (18.0%) | 471 (14.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,925 (45.6%) | 1,839 (56.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 525 (12.4%) | 456 (14.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 72 (1.7%) | 326 (10.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 36 (0.9%) | 19 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 12 (0.3%) | 26 (0.8%) |
| Total | 4,225 (100.0%) | 3,268 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Stephens County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 372 (8.8%) | 103 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,005 (23.8%) | 56 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 342 (8.1%) | 142 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 616 (14.6%) | 199 (6.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 757 (17.9%) | 281 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 395 (9.3%) | 947 (29.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 369 (8.7%) | 565 (17.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 369 (8.7%) | 760 (23.3%) |
| Total | 4,225 (100.0%) | 3,268 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Stephens County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,744 (41.3%) | 75,165 (2,300.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 791 (18.7%) | 1,251 (38.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 201 (4.8%) | 840 (25.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,339 (31.7%) | 405 (12.4%) |
| Total | 4,225 (100.0%) | 3,268 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Stephens County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,834 (43.4%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 563 (13.3%) | 522 (16.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,236 (29.2%) | 791 (24.2%) |
| Total | 4,225 (100.0%) | 3,268 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Stephens County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Stephens County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,795 (96.1%) | 73 (3.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,948 (95.5%) | 185 (4.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,960 (73.7%) | 699 (26.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,855 (65.5%) | 976 (34.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,889 (66.2%) | 966 (33.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,435 (76.2%) | 759 (23.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,129 (87.8%) | 436 (12.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,229 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,326 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22,566 (84.6%) | 4,094 (15.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Stephens County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,795 (96.1%) | 73 (3.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,948 (95.5%) | 185 (4.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,960 (73.7%) | 699 (26.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Stephens County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,071 (82.8%) | 637 (17.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,373 (77.1%) | 1,300 (22.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,109 (79.5%) | 1,314 (20.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,172 (89.7%) | 364 (10.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,185 (94.2%) | 382 (5.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Stephens County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,124 (60.2%) | 766 (41.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,165 (52.4%) | 1,928 (46.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 375 (14.1%) | 1,599 (60.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 615 (21.7%) | 1,356 (47.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 483 (16.9%) | 1,477 (51.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 445 (13.9%) | 2,093 (65.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,019 (28.6%) | 2,381 (66.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,174 (98.3%) | 1,640 (50.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,285 (98.2%) | 1,023 (44.0%) |
| Total | 11,685 (43.8%) | 14,263 (53.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Stephens County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 133 (7.2%) | 86 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 238 (8.3%) | 206 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 874 (18.7%) | 1,189 (24.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 459 (30.2%) | 493 (28.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 407 (46.0%) | 685 (47.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Stephens County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 35 (1.2%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 191 (4.1%) | 179 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 210 (13.8%) | 122 (7.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 241 (27.2%) | 130 (9.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.7%) | 37 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (0.5%) | 43 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 84 (1.8%) | 270 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 119 (7.8%) | 145 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 94 (10.6%) | 187 (13.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 110 (5.9%) | 49 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 197 (6.9%) | 104 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 254 (5.4%) | 321 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 134 (8.8%) | 134 (7.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 107 (12.1%) | 350 (24.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 94 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 410 (8.8%) | 641 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 275 (18.1%) | 349 (20.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 191 (21.6%) | 543 (37.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 254 (5.4%) | 65 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 95 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (6.4%) | 215 (14.9%) |
Technology Access in Stephens County
Computing Device Access in Stephens County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,985 | 68.4% |
| Smartphone | 8,430 | 82.5% |
| Tablet | 5,387 | 52.7% |
| No Computing Device | 1,012 | 9.9% |
| Total | 10,213 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Stephens County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 14 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 6,054 | 59.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,702 | 16.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 895 | 8.8% |
| No Internet | 2,010 | 19.7% |
| Total | 10,213 | 100.0% |
Stephens County Summary
Stephens County is located in the northeastern part of the state of Georgia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is bordered by Habersham County to the north, Franklin County to the east, Hart County to the south, and Banks and White Counties to the west. The county seat is Toccoa, and the county is named for Alexander Stephens, the Vice President of the Confederate States of America.
Geography
Stephens County covers an area of approximately 250 square miles, with a population of 26,175 as of the 2010 census. The terrain is mostly hilly, with the highest point being Currahee Mountain at 1,945 feet. The county is drained by the Tugaloo River, which forms the border with Hart County, and the Chattahoochee River, which forms the border with Habersham County. The county is home to several state parks, including Tallulah Gorge State Park, which features a 1,000-foot-deep gorge, and Unicoi State Park, which offers camping, fishing, and hiking.
Economy
The economy of Stephens County is largely based on agriculture, with the main crops being corn, soybeans, and cotton. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a carpet mill, a paper mill, and a furniture factory. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains and the many outdoor activities available.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Stephens County was 26,175, with a population density of 104 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 87.3% White, 9.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $41,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 16.2% of families and 19.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Stephens County is a rural county located in the northeastern part of Georgia. It is home to a variety of industries, including agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The population of the county is diverse, with a mix of races and ethnicities. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture, with the main crops being corn, soybeans, and cotton. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains and the many outdoor activities available.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Stephens County?
Total Population of Stephens County is 26,732.
What is the Total Male Population of Stephens County?
Total Male Population of Stephens County is 12,685.
What is the Total Female Population of Stephens County?
Total Female Population of Stephens County is 14,047.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Stephens County?
There are 90.30 Males per 100 Females in Stephens County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Stephens County?
There are 110.74 Females per 100 Males in Stephens County.
What is the Median Population Age in Stephens County?
Median Population Age in Stephens County is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Stephens County
Average Family Size in Stephens County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Stephens County
Average Household Size in Stephens County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Stephens County?
Per Capita income in Stephens County is $26,620.
What is the Median Family Income in Stephens County?
Median Family Income in Stephens County is $65,032.
What is the Median Household income in Stephens County?
Median Household Income in Stephens County is $52,901.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Stephens County?
Income or Wage Gap in Stephens County is 18.7%.
Women in Stephens County earn 81.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Stephens County?
Family Income Deficit in Stephens County is $7,755.
Families that are below poverty line in Stephens County earn $7,755 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Stephens County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Stephens County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Stephens County?
There are 11,998 People in the Labor Forcein in Stephens County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Stephens County?
55.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Stephens County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Stephens County?
Unemployment Rate in Stephens County is 5.8%.