Thomas County, GA
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Thomas County Overview
45,665
TOTAL POPULATION
21,757
MALE POPULATION
23,908
FEMALE POPULATION
91.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.89
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,414
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,611
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,958
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,134
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
22,531
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Thomas County Area Codes
Race in Thomas County
The most populous races in Thomas County are White / Caucasian (26,962 | 59.0%), Black / African American (16,468 | 36.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,784 | 3.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 357 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 16,468 | 36.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,784 | 3.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 143 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 26,962 | 59.0% |
| Two or more Races | 1,212 | 2.6% |
| Some other Race | 523 | 1.1% |
| Total | 45,665 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Thomas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Thomas County are English (3,987 | 8.7%), American (3,729 | 8.2%), Irish (3,638 | 8.0%), German (3,222 | 7.1%), and Scottish (1,222 | 2.7%), together accounting for 34.6% of all Thomas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 155 | 0.3% |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 10 | 0.0% |
| American | 3,729 | 8.2% |
| Armenian | 20 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Belizean | 19 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 149 | 0.3% |
| Blackfeet | 3 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 6 | 0.0% |
| British | 112 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 94 | 0.2% |
| Cajun | 14 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 75 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 351 | 0.8% |
| Cherokee | 230 | 0.5% |
| Chilean | 44 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 34 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Creek | 82 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 33 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 25 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 57 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 7 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 244 | 0.5% |
| Eastern European | 69 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 21 | 0.1% |
| English | 3,987 | 8.7% |
| Ethiopian | 95 | 0.2% |
| European | 519 | 1.1% |
| French | 539 | 1.2% |
| French Canadian | 77 | 0.2% |
| German | 3,222 | 7.1% |
| Greek | 77 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 168 | 0.4% |
| Haitian | 126 | 0.3% |
| Hungarian | 60 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 77 | 0.2% |
| Iranian | 34 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 3,638 | 8.0% |
| Israeli | 35 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 730 | 1.6% |
| Jamaican | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 85 | 0.2% |
| Lumbee | 17 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Menominee | 18 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,022 | 2.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 13 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 49 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 176 | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 2 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 13 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 137 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 92 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 61 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 170 | 0.4% |
| Samoan | 36 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 57 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 350 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 1,222 | 2.7% |
| Slavic | 20 | 0.0% |
| South American | 115 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 101 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 62 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 24 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 259 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 174 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 93 | 0.2% |
| Turkish | 13 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Uruguayan | 7 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 413 | 0.9% |
| West Indian | 3 | 0.0% | View All 75 Rows |
Immigrants in Thomas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Thomas County came from Latin America (669 | 1.5%), Central America (583 | 1.3%), Mexico (364 | 0.8%), Asia (207 | 0.4%), and Guatemala (154 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.3% of all Thomas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 83 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 207 | 0.4% |
| Austria | 10 | 0.0% |
| Bolivia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 38 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 26 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 583 | 1.3% |
| China | 63 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 43 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 58 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 113 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 38 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 52 | 0.1% |
| England | 10 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 58 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 100 | 0.2% |
| France | 4 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 23 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 154 | 0.3% |
| Haiti | 9 | 0.0% |
| Hungary | 5 | 0.0% |
| India | 10 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 4 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 10 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 50 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 669 | 1.5% |
| Mexico | 364 | 0.8% |
| Morocco | 2 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 13 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 9 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 21 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 57 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 5 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 14 | 0.0% |
| South America | 60 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 10 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 76 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 8 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 28 | 0.1% |
| Uruguay | 7 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 19 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 9 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 37 | 0.1% | View All 47 Rows |
Sex and Age in Thomas County
Sex and Age in Thomas County
The most populous age groups in Thomas County are 60 to 64 Years (1,704 | 7.8%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,882 | 7.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,459 (6.7%) | 1,302 (5.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,659 (7.6%) | 1,594 (6.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,555 (7.1%) | 1,441 (6.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,457 (6.7%) | 1,320 (5.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,285 (5.9%) | 1,466 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,313 (6.0%) | 1,505 (6.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,244 (5.7%) | 1,482 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,275 (5.9%) | 1,524 (6.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,306 (6.0%) | 1,362 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,298 (6.0%) | 1,463 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,373 (6.3%) | 1,431 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,245 (5.7%) | 1,882 (7.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,704 (7.8%) | 1,368 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,285 (5.9%) | 1,389 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 913 (4.2%) | 1,350 (5.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 706 (3.2%) | 1,012 (4.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 388 (1.8%) | 490 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 292 (1.3%) | 527 (2.2%) |
| Total | 21,757 (100.0%) | 23,908 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Thomas County
Median Family Size in Thomas County
The median family size in Thomas County is 3.06 persons per family, with married-couple families (8,228 | 68.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (753 | 6.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.91 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,228 (68.2%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 753 (6.2%) | 2.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 3,074 (25.5%) | 2.96 |
| Total Families | 12,055 (100.0%) | 3.06 |
Median Household Size in Thomas County
The median household size in Thomas County is 2.48 persons per household, with single male/father households (753 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.29 persons per household. non-family households (6,113 | 33.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,228 (45.3%) | 3.12 |
| Single Male/Father | 753 (4.1%) | 3.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 3,074 (16.9%) | 3.16 |
| Non-family | 6,113 (33.7%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 18,168 (100.0%) | 2.48 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Thomas County
Out of a total of 18,168 households in Thomas County, 12,055 (66.3%) are family households, while 6,113 (33.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,278, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,304.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 5,304 (29.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 5,278 (29.0%) | 674 (3.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 3,355 (18.5%) | 110 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,075 (11.4%) | 25 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 972 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 261 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 114 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,055 (66.3%) | 6,113 (33.7%) |
Female Fertility in Thomas County
Fertility by Age in Thomas County
Average fertility rate in Thomas County is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 90.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 6 (1.1%) | 5.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 468 (90.0%) | 105.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 46 (8.8%) | 10.0 |
| Total | 520 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Thomas County
58.5% of women with births (520) in Thomas 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 35 to 50 years age bracket with 15.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 265 (56.6%) | 203 (43.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 39 (84.8%) | 7 (15.2%) |
| Total | 304 (58.5%) | 216 (41.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Thomas County
Average fertility rate in Thomas County is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 63.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 44.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 67 (12.9%) | 37.0 |
| High School Diploma | 116 (22.3%) | 48.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 231 (44.4%) | 63.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 89 (17.1%) | 44.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 17 (3.3%) | 27.0 |
| Total | 520 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Thomas County
41.5% of women with births in Thomas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate 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 94.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 4 (6.0%) | 63 (94.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 94 (81.0%) | 22 (19.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 165 (71.4%) | 66 (28.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (27.0%) | 65 (73.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 304 (58.5%) | 216 (41.5%) |
Income in Thomas County
Income Overview in Thomas County
Per Capita Income in Thomas County is $32,414, while median incomes of families and households are $73,611 and $55,958 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 45,665 | $32,414 |
| Median Family Income | 12,055 | $73,611 |
| Mean Family Income | 12,055 | $93,350 |
| Median Household Income | 18,168 | $55,958 |
| Mean Household Income | 18,168 | $78,699 |
| Income Deficit | 12,055 | $10,134 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 45,665 | 29.77% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 45,665 | 70.23¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 45,665 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Thomas County
Average Earnings in Thomas County are $36,561, $43,299 for men and $30,411 for women, a difference of 29.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 11,621 (50.6%) | $43,299 |
| Female | 11,332 (49.4%) | $30,411 |
| Total | 22,953 (100.0%) | $36,561 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Thomas County
The most common earnings brackets in Thomas County are $100,000+ for men (1,443 | 12.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (1,072 | 9.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 524 (4.5%) | 605 (5.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 299 (2.6%) | 600 (5.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 177 (1.5%) | 436 (3.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 352 (3.0%) | 408 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 301 (2.6%) | 507 (4.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 415 (3.6%) | 418 (3.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 265 (2.3%) | 320 (2.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 288 (2.5%) | 442 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 308 (2.6%) | 378 (3.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 246 (2.1%) | 443 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 625 (5.4%) | 1,072 (9.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 854 (7.3%) | 797 (7.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 790 (6.8%) | 589 (5.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 557 (4.8%) | 539 (4.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 667 (5.7%) | 534 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 537 (4.6%) | 363 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 780 (6.7%) | 981 (8.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 874 (7.5%) | 663 (5.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,319 (11.4%) | 662 (5.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,443 (12.4%) | 575 (5.1%) |
| Total | 11,621 (100.0%) | 11,332 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Thomas County
Average earnings in Thomas County are $48,061 for men and $34,788 for women, a difference of 27.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $90,792, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $38,101. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,125, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,404.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $38,101 | $20,404 |
| High School Diploma | $50,736 | $29,382 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $43,273 | $29,370 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $56,375 | $58,495 |
| Graduate Degree | $90,792 | $72,125 |
| Total | $48,061 | $34,788 |
Family Income in Thomas County
Family Income Brackets in Thomas County
According to the Thomas County family income data, there are 2,242 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 518 families (4.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 579 | 4.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 518 | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 784 | 6.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 989 | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,374 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,929 | 16.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,712 | 14.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,242 | 18.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 989 | 8.2% |
| $200,000+ | 952 | 7.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Thomas County
5-person families (816 | 6.8%) account for the highest median family income in Thomas County with $95,074 per family, while 2-person families (5,821 | 48.3%) have the highest median income of $31,901 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 5,821 (48.3%) | $63,802 |
| 3-Person Families | 3,031 (25.1%) | $76,560 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,059 (17.1%) | $82,490 |
| 5-Person Families | 816 (6.8%) | $95,074 |
| 6-Person Families | 216 (1.8%) | $94,009 |
| 7+ Person Families | 112 (0.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 12,055 (100.0%) | $73,611 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Thomas County
The median family income in Thomas County is $73,611, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,015) having the highest median family income of $139,107, while families with no earners (2,010) have the lowest median family income of $36,105, accounting for 8.4% and 16.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 2,010 (16.7%) | $36,105 |
| 1 Earner | 4,142 (34.4%) | $47,105 |
| 2 Earners | 4,888 (40.6%) | $103,758 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,015 (8.4%) | $139,107 |
| Total | 12,055 (100.0%) | $73,611 |
Household Income in Thomas County
Household Income Brackets in Thomas County
With 2,852 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Thomas County, accounting for 15.7% of all households. In contrast, only 908 households (5.0%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 908 | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,181 | 6.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,690 | 9.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,980 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,580 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,852 | 15.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,271 | 12.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,562 | 14.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,090 | 6.0% |
| $200,000+ | 1,054 | 5.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Thomas County
The median household income in Thomas County is $55,958, with the highest median household income of $70,877 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,781 households (37.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,911, with 735 households (4.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 735 (4.1%) | $35,911 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,750 (31.7%) | $57,063 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 6,781 (37.3%) | $70,877 |
| 65+ Years | 4,902 (27.0%) | $43,594 |
| Total | 18,168 (100.0%) | $55,958 |
Poverty in Thomas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Thomas County
With 17.2% poverty level for males and 20.1% for females among the residents of Thomas County, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 513 males (35.9%) and 158 females (37.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 513 (35.9%) | 217 (16.7%) |
| 5 Years | 124 (32.9%) | 98 (29.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 452 (24.7%) | 571 (33.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 264 (27.1%) | 201 (21.7%) |
| 15 Years | 58 (16.7%) | 158 (37.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 173 (30.1%) | 147 (28.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 512 (29.2%) | 348 (19.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 294 (11.5%) | 781 (26.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 312 (12.2%) | 542 (18.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 220 (8.2%) | 526 (18.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 467 (15.9%) | 581 (17.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 151 (7.0%) | 266 (9.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 143 (10.9%) | 301 (15.9%) |
| Total | 3,683 (17.2%) | 4,737 (20.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Thomas County
According to the poverty statistics in Thomas County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.0% of males and 90.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 915 (64.1%) | 1,085 (83.3%) |
| 5 Years | 253 (67.1%) | 230 (70.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,375 (75.3%) | 1,159 (67.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 710 (72.9%) | 726 (78.3%) |
| 15 Years | 290 (83.3%) | 268 (62.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 401 (69.9%) | 374 (71.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,243 (70.8%) | 1,431 (80.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,263 (88.5%) | 2,195 (73.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,242 (87.8%) | 2,344 (81.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,451 (91.8%) | 2,360 (81.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,465 (84.1%) | 2,662 (82.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,007 (93.0%) | 2,428 (90.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,169 (89.1%) | 1,596 (84.1%) |
| Total | 17,784 (82.8%) | 18,858 (79.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Thomas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Thomas County show that 7.3% or 605 of the total 8,228 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 12.1%, comprising of 59 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.8%, which includes 236 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,708 (95.2%) | 236 (4.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,413 (88.7%) | 306 (11.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 430 (87.9%) | 59 (12.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 72 (94.7%) | 4 (5.3%) |
| Total | 7,623 (92.6%) | 605 (7.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Thomas County
According to the poverty data in Thomas County, 22.4% or 169 single-father households and 35.4% or 1,089 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 139 households (30.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 30 (11.2%) | 73 (8.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 139 (30.3%) | 700 (39.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 308 (67.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 169 (22.4%) | 1,089 (35.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Thomas County
The poverty data for Thomas County shows that 605 of the married-couple family households (7.3%) and 1,258 of the single-parent households (32.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 households (12.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 236 (4.8%) | 103 (9.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 306 (11.3%) | 839 (37.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 59 (12.1%) | 308 (63.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (5.3%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 605 (7.3%) | 1,258 (32.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Thomas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Thomas County
Among the 20,528 employed individuals in Thomas County, private company employees (13,225 | 64.4%), not-for-profit organizations (1,707 | 8.3%), and local government employees (1,690 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 13,225 | 64.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,051 | 5.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,113 | 5.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,707 | 8.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,690 | 8.2% |
| State Government Employees | 1,209 | 5.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 522 | 2.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 11 | 0.1% |
| Total | 20,528 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Thomas County
According to the labor force statistics for Thomas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (35,878), 62.8% or 22,531 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 1,397 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.4% or 2,437 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.5% or 343 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 892 (44.6%) | 343 (38.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,234 (81.2%) | 214 (9.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,452 (87.0%) | 294 (12.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,437 (89.4%) | 178 (7.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,565 (83.5%) | 73 (1.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,458 (80.1%) | 94 (2.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,942 (62.1%) | 74 (3.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,757 (57.2%) | 100 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,442 (29.2%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 342 (10.0%) | 13 (3.8%) |
| Total | 22,531 (62.8%) | 1,397 (6.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Thomas County
According to labor force statistics for Thomas County, 77.3% of individuals (17,605) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (22,775) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 810 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 87.3% or 5,045 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.5% or 205 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,416 (50.8%) | 404 (14.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,862 (73.5%) | 364 (5.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 6,288 (82.8%) | 296 (3.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,045 (87.3%) | 98 (1.7%) |
| Total | 17,605 (77.3%) | 1,048 (4.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Thomas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thomas County are Management (2,056 | 9.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,015 | 9.6%), Community & Social Service (1,608 | 7.6%), Health Technologists (1,334 | 6.3%), and Business & Financial (900 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thomas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.0%), Computers & Mathematics (89.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (87.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (85.4%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (82.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,205 (58.6%) | 851 (41.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 326 (36.2%) | 574 (63.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 636 (87.7%) | 89 (12.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 329 (89.9%) | 37 (10.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 185 (93.0%) | 14 (7.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 122 (76.2%) | 38 (23.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 445 (27.7%) | 1,163 (72.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 229 (51.7%) | 214 (48.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 58 (39.2%) | 90 (60.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 108 (14.6%) | 631 (85.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 50 (18.0%) | 228 (82.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 418 (20.7%) | 1,597 (79.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 296 (22.2%) | 1,038 (77.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,030 (41.5%) | 4,274 (58.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,686 (50.8%) | 10,346 (49.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Thomas County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,082 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (854 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (821 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (398 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (374 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Thomas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (81.4%), Security & Protection (70.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (54.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.0%), Personal Care & Service (58.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 51 (6.0%) | 803 (94.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 264 (70.6%) | 110 (29.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 219 (81.4%) | 50 (18.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 45 (42.9%) | 60 (57.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 459 (42.4%) | 623 (57.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 443 (54.0%) | 378 (46.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 166 (41.7%) | 232 (58.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,383 (39.2%) | 2,146 (60.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,686 (50.8%) | 10,346 (49.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Thomas County are Office & Administration (2,394 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (2,103 | 10.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 862 (41.0%) | 1,241 (59.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 585 (24.4%) | 1,809 (75.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,447 (32.2%) | 3,050 (67.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,686 (50.8%) | 10,346 (49.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Thomas County are Construction & Extraction (1,181 | 5.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,010 | 4.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (355 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 258 (72.7%) | 97 (27.3%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,156 (97.9%) | 25 (2.1%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 987 (97.7%) | 23 (2.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,401 (94.3%) | 145 (5.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,686 (50.8%) | 10,346 (49.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Thomas County are Production (1,413 | 6.7%), Transportation (920 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (823 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 969 (68.6%) | 444 (31.4%) |
| Transportation | 757 (82.3%) | 163 (17.7%) |
| Material Moving | 699 (84.9%) | 124 (15.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,425 (76.8%) | 731 (23.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,686 (50.8%) | 10,346 (49.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Thomas County
Employment Industries in Thomas County
The major employment industries in Thomas County include Health Care & Social Assistance (4,023 | 19.1%), Retail Trade (2,618 | 12.4%), Manufacturing (1,902 | 9.0%), Educational Services (1,458 | 6.9%), and Accommodation & Food Services (1,425 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Thomas County
The Thomas County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (94.9%), Utilities (92.6%), and Construction (85.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (80.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (77.5%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (68.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 575 (75.6%) | 186 (24.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 93 (94.9%) | 5 (5.1%) |
| Construction | 1,159 (85.9%) | 191 (14.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,441 (75.8%) | 461 (24.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 301 (60.1%) | 200 (39.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,366 (52.2%) | 1,252 (47.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 492 (62.0%) | 302 (38.0%) |
| Utilities | 263 (92.6%) | 21 (7.4%) |
| Information | 134 (60.6%) | 87 (39.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 404 (57.1%) | 303 (42.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 51 (31.9%) | 109 (68.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 440 (46.8%) | 500 (53.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 12 (42.9%) | 16 (57.1%) |
| Administrative & Support | 500 (62.5%) | 300 (37.5%) |
| Educational Services | 288 (19.8%) | 1,170 (80.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 903 (22.5%) | 3,120 (77.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 192 (54.5%) | 160 (45.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 630 (44.2%) | 795 (55.8%) |
| Public Administration | 655 (51.6%) | 615 (48.4%) |
| Total | 10,686 (50.8%) | 10,346 (49.2%) |
Education in Thomas County
School Enrollment in Thomas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 10,828 students in Thomas County are middle school (2,679 | 24.7%), elementary school (2,478 | 22.9%), and high school (2,182 | 20.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 844 | 7.8% |
| Kindergarten | 685 | 6.3% |
| Elementary School | 2,478 | 22.9% |
| Middle School | 2,679 | 24.7% |
| High School | 2,182 | 20.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,474 | 13.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 486 | 4.5% |
| Total | 10,828 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Thomas County
Out of a total of 10,828 students who are enrolled in schools in Thomas County, 1,126 (10.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 9,702 (89.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 203 (37.0% 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 3,067 (94.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 346 (63.0%) | 203 (37.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 3,067 (94.9%) | 164 (5.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,752 (92.6%) | 220 (7.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,593 (86.7%) | 244 (13.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 549 (93.0%) | 41 (7.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 481 (86.8%) | 73 (13.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 442 (83.9%) | 85 (16.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 471 (82.9%) | 97 (17.1%) |
| Total | 9,702 (89.6%) | 1,126 (10.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Thomas County
Business (1,718 | 21.7%), science & technology (1,271 | 16.1%), education (1,237 | 15.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (587 | 7.4%), and arts & humanities (539 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 7,914 individuals in Thomas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 184 | 2.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 587 | 7.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 168 | 2.1% |
| Psychology | 379 | 4.8% |
| Social Sciences | 357 | 4.5% |
| Engineering | 235 | 3.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 106 | 1.3% |
| Science & Technology | 1,271 | 16.1% |
| Business | 1,718 | 21.7% |
| Education | 1,237 | 15.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 154 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 389 | 4.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 146 | 1.8% |
| Communications | 444 | 5.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 539 | 6.8% |
| Total | 7,914 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Thomas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Thomas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Thomas County are males with 2 vehicles (5,032, accounting for 48.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,132, making up 50.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 121 (1.2%) | 148 (1.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,610 (15.4%) | 2,789 (27.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5,032 (48.2%) | 4,132 (41.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,419 (23.2%) | 1,792 (17.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 698 (6.7%) | 803 (8.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 553 (5.3%) | 334 (3.3%) |
| Total | 10,433 (100.0%) | 9,998 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Thomas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Thomas County are 10 to 14 minutes (4,038 commuters, 20.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (3,787 commuters, 19.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (3,499 commuters, 18.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 881 | 4.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,787 | 19.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 4,038 | 20.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,499 | 18.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,194 | 11.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 925 | 4.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,872 | 9.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 204 | 1.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 246 | 1.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 736 | 3.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 607 | 3.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 353 | 1.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Thomas County
The most common commute times in Thomas County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,072 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (2,080 commuters, 22.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 601 (6.0%) | 280 (3.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,707 (17.2%) | 2,080 (22.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,072 (20.8%) | 1,966 (20.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,918 (19.3%) | 1,581 (16.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,066 (10.7%) | 1,128 (12.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 508 (5.1%) | 417 (4.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 991 (10.0%) | 881 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 57 (0.6%) | 147 (1.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 123 (1.2%) | 123 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 400 (4.0%) | 336 (3.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 242 (2.4%) | 365 (3.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 265 (2.7%) | 88 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Thomas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Thomas County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,065, 20.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,666, 17.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 466 (4.7%) | 239 (2.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 296 (3.0%) | 225 (2.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 420 (4.2%) | 545 (5.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 648 (6.5%) | 825 (8.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,208 (12.1%) | 887 (9.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 2,065 (20.7%) | 1,666 (17.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,522 (15.3%) | 1,430 (15.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,057 (10.6%) | 885 (9.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 342 (3.4%) | 492 (5.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 527 (5.3%) | 588 (6.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 148 (1.5%) | 377 (4.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 98 (1.0%) | 68 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 540 (5.4%) | 667 (7.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 613 (6.2%) | 498 (5.3%) |
| Total | 9,950 (100.0%) | 9,392 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Thomas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Thomas County
Of the total 18,168 dwellings in Thomas County, owner-occupied units account for 11,315 (62.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,853 (37.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,315 | 62.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 6,853 | 37.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 18,168 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Thomas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 5,304 | 29.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,952 | 32.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 3,465 | 19.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,447 | 19.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 18,168 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Thomas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,771 (52.2%) | 2,533 (47.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,298 (72.2%) | 1,654 (27.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 2,130 (61.5%) | 1,335 (38.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,116 (61.4%) | 1,331 (38.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 11,315 (62.3%) | 6,853 (37.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Thomas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,200 (51.5%) | 1,128 (48.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,545 (65.4%) | 1,876 (34.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,171 (54.7%) | 2,629 (45.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,399 (73.6%) | 1,220 (26.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 3,633 | 20.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,852 | 15.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,137 | 17.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,644 | 20.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,725 | 15.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,702 | 9.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 475 | 2.6% |
| Total | 18,168 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Thomas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Thomas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 11,315 (62.3%) | $77,803 |
| Renter-Occupied | 6,853 (37.7%) | $35,372 |
| Average | 18,168 (100.0%) | $55,958 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Thomas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 185 (1.6%) | 467 (6.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 57 (0.5%) | 201 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 448 (4.0%) | 739 (10.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 381 (3.4%) | 353 (5.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 332 (2.9%) | 632 (9.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 986 (8.7%) | 1,001 (14.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,449 (12.8%) | 1,128 (16.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,625 (14.4%) | 1,222 (17.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,678 (14.8%) | 585 (8.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,270 (20.1%) | 292 (4.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,904 (16.8%) | 233 (3.4%) |
| Total | 11,315 (100.0%) | 6,853 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Thomas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 864 (7.6%) | 153 (2.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,177 (19.2%) | 336 (4.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,147 (19.0%) | 1,212 (17.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 794 (7.0%) | 1,538 (22.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,356 (20.8%) | 2,334 (34.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,573 (13.9%) | 432 (6.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 693 (6.1%) | 53 (0.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 285 (2.5%) | 14 (0.2%) |
| $3,000 or more | 426 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,315 (100.0%) | 6,853 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Thomas County
Housing Structures in Thomas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 11,791 | 64.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 483 | 2.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 549 | 3.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 646 | 3.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 975 | 5.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 316 | 1.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3,408 | 18.8% |
| Total | 18,168 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Thomas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,656 (73.4%) | 3,135 (26.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 293 (60.7%) | 190 (39.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 549 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 49 (7.6%) | 597 (92.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 12 (1.2%) | 963 (98.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 18 (5.7%) | 298 (94.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,287 (67.1%) | 1,121 (32.9%) |
| Total | 11,315 (62.3%) | 6,853 (37.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Thomas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 8 (0.1%) | 196 (2.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 295 (2.6%) | 1,503 (21.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,367 (29.8%) | 3,009 (43.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,419 (39.1%) | 1,821 (26.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,226 (28.5%) | 324 (4.7%) |
| Total | 11,315 (100.0%) | 6,853 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Thomas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,093 (9.7%) | 704 (10.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 244 (2.2%) | 127 (1.8%) |
| Electricity | 9,787 (86.5%) | 5,955 (86.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 11 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 75 (0.7%) | 3 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 105 (0.9%) | 64 (0.9%) |
| Total | 11,315 (100.0%) | 6,853 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Thomas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 200 (1.8%) | 594 (8.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,737 (24.2%) | 3,608 (52.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,988 (44.1%) | 2,109 (30.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,390 (30.0%) | 542 (7.9%) |
| Total | 11,315 (100.0%) | 6,853 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Thomas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Thomas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 5,066 | 6,249 |
| Median Property Value | $125,300 | $195,000 |
| Median Household Income | $55,551 | $1,309 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $456 | $398 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,170 | $159 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Thomas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,273 (25.1%) | 254 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 999 (19.7%) | 745 (11.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,993 (39.3%) | 3,676 (58.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 364 (7.2%) | 1,105 (17.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 252 (5.0%) | 296 (4.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 93 (1.8%) | 121 (1.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 92 (1.8%) | 52 (0.8%) |
| Total | 5,066 (100.0%) | 6,249 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Thomas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 145 (2.9%) | 45 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 822 (16.2%) | 97 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 604 (11.9%) | 339 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 755 (14.9%) | 382 (6.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 825 (16.3%) | 694 (11.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 616 (12.2%) | 800 (12.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 704 (13.9%) | 1,062 (17.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 595 (11.7%) | 1,566 (25.1%) |
| Total | 5,066 (100.0%) | 6,249 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Thomas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,482 (49.0%) | 94,320 (1,509.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 642 (12.7%) | 2,914 (46.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 434 (8.6%) | 1,368 (21.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,471 (29.0%) | 826 (13.2%) |
| Total | 5,066 (100.0%) | 6,249 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Thomas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,745 (34.4%) | 16 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,031 (20.3%) | 1,047 (16.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,906 (37.6%) | 1,726 (27.6%) |
| Total | 5,066 (100.0%) | 6,249 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Thomas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,250 (93.8%) | 216 (6.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,053 (90.2%) | 768 (9.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,961 (79.9%) | 744 (20.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,789 (76.8%) | 1,145 (23.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,491 (82.6%) | 949 (17.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,521 (81.4%) | 1,036 (18.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,376 (87.1%) | 799 (12.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,830 (99.6%) | 22 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,209 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 39,480 (87.4%) | 5,679 (12.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Thomas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,250 (93.8%) | 216 (6.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,053 (90.2%) | 768 (9.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,961 (79.9%) | 744 (20.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Thomas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,797 (81.3%) | 1,331 (18.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 7,973 (81.0%) | 1,870 (19.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,703 (85.4%) | 972 (14.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5,799 (90.4%) | 612 (9.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 13,997 (94.2%) | 864 (5.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,627 (46.9%) | 1,792 (51.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,714 (47.5%) | 3,818 (48.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 625 (16.9%) | 2,512 (67.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 836 (16.9%) | 3,032 (61.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 778 (14.3%) | 3,818 (70.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 875 (15.8%) | 3,730 (67.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,978 (32.0%) | 3,966 (64.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,735 (97.6%) | 2,787 (57.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,203 (99.8%) | 1,791 (55.8%) |
| Total | 18,371 (40.7%) | 27,246 (60.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 10 (0.7%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 467 (11.3%) | 382 (9.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 575 (13.5%) | 413 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,618 (19.8%) | 1,469 (16.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 901 (41.7%) | 831 (30.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 627 (47.8%) | 954 (50.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Thomas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 10 (0.7%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 37 (0.9%) | 16 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 90 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 478 (5.9%) | 96 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 407 (18.9%) | 251 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 345 (26.3%) | 338 (17.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 42 (1.0%) | 127 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 206 (4.9%) | 97 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 238 (2.9%) | 242 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 290 (13.4%) | 275 (10.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (3.5%) | 139 (7.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 388 (9.4%) | 329 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 354 (8.3%) | 261 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 581 (7.1%) | 662 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 145 (6.7%) | 179 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 127 (9.7%) | 367 (19.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.1%) | 33 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 74 (1.7%) | 21 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 881 (10.8%) | 1,015 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 557 (25.8%) | 529 (19.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 341 (26.0%) | 736 (38.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 52 (1.3%) | 51 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.2%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 332 (4.1%) | 303 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 94 (4.4%) | 93 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 152 (11.6%) | 322 (17.0%) |
Technology Access in Thomas County
Computing Device Access in Thomas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 12,204 | 67.2% |
| Smartphone | 15,584 | 85.8% |
| Tablet | 10,549 | 58.1% |
| No Computing Device | 1,633 | 9.0% |
| Total | 18,168 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Thomas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 16 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 11,935 | 65.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,523 | 13.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,002 | 5.5% |
| No Internet | 2,951 | 16.2% |
| Total | 18,168 | 100.0% |
Thomas County Summary
Thomas County is located in the southwestern corner of the state of Georgia, and is part of the Georgia-Florida border region. It is bordered by Grady County to the north, Decatur County to the east, Brooks County to the south, and Jackson County, Florida to the west. The county seat is Thomasville, which is also the largest city in the county. Thomas County was created in 1825 from portions of Decatur and Irwin counties, and was named for General Jett Thomas, a hero of the War of 1812.
Geography
Thomas County covers an area of 545 square miles, of which 543 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water. The county is located in the Coastal Plain region of Georgia, and is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The county is drained by the Ochlockonee River, which forms the western boundary of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Seminole, Lake Talquin, and Lake Miccosukee.
The climate of Thomas County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.
Economy
The economy of Thomas County is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The county is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, peanuts, corn, soybeans, and hay. The county is also home to several large timber companies, which harvest pine and hardwood trees for use in the lumber industry.
Thomas County is also home to several manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, textiles, and paper products. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Thomas County had a population of 45,412. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in Thomas County was $37,845, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income was $19,945. About 17.3% of the population was below the poverty line.
Education
Thomas County is served by the Thomas County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools. The county is also home to several private schools, as well as Thomas University, a four-year liberal arts college.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Thomas County?
Total Population of Thomas County is 45,665.
What is the Total Male Population of Thomas County?
Total Male Population of Thomas County is 21,757.
What is the Total Female Population of Thomas County?
Total Female Population of Thomas County is 23,908.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Thomas County?
There are 91.00 Males per 100 Females in Thomas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Thomas County?
There are 109.89 Females per 100 Males in Thomas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Thomas County?
Median Population Age in Thomas County is 39.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Thomas County
Average Family Size in Thomas County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Thomas County
Average Household Size in Thomas County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Thomas County?
Per Capita income in Thomas County is $32,414.
What is the Median Family Income in Thomas County?
Median Family Income in Thomas County is $73,611.
What is the Median Household income in Thomas County?
Median Household Income in Thomas County is $55,958.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Thomas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Thomas County is 29.8%.
Women in Thomas County earn 70.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Thomas County?
Family Income Deficit in Thomas County is $10,134.
Families that are below poverty line in Thomas County earn $10,134 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Thomas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Thomas County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Thomas County?
There are 22,531 People in the Labor Forcein in Thomas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Thomas County?
62.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Thomas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Thomas County?
Unemployment Rate in Thomas County is 6.2%.