Fort Deposit, AL

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1,734
TOTAL POPULATION
865
MALE POPULATION
869
FEMALE POPULATION
99.54
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$15,694
PER CAPITA INCOME
$32,609
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$20,542
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
595
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
22.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fort Deposit Zip Codes

Fort Deposit Area Codes

Race in Fort Deposit

The most populous races in Fort Deposit are Black / African American (1,497 | 86.3%), White / Caucasian (229 | 13.2%), and Two or more Races (8 | 0.5%).
Race in Fort Deposit
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1,49786.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian22913.2%
Two or more Races80.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,734100.0%

Ancestry in Fort Deposit

The most populous ancestries reported in Fort Deposit are American (505 | 29.1%), English (53 | 3.1%), German (45 | 2.6%), Arab (8 | 0.5%), and Israeli (8 | 0.5%), together accounting for 35.7% of all Fort Deposit residents.
Ancestry in Fort Deposit
Ancestry# Population% Population
African10.1%
American50529.1%
Arab80.5%
English533.1%
German452.6%
Irish70.4%
Israeli80.5%
Palestinian80.5%
Scotch-Irish20.1%
Scottish30.2%
Subsaharan African10.1%
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Immigrants in Fort Deposit

Immigrants in Fort Deposit
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Fort Deposit

Sex and Age in Fort Deposit

The most populous age groups in Fort Deposit are 30 to 34 Years (121 | 14.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (102 | 11.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years30 (3.5%)45 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Years81 (9.4%)66 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Years57 (6.6%)67 (7.7%)
15 to 19 Years81 (9.4%)98 (11.3%)
20 to 24 Years46 (5.3%)95 (10.9%)
25 to 29 Years54 (6.2%)81 (9.3%)
30 to 34 Years121 (14.0%)11 (1.3%)
35 to 39 Years11 (1.3%)55 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Years46 (5.3%)26 (3.0%)
45 to 49 Years55 (6.4%)11 (1.3%)
50 to 54 Years65 (7.5%)21 (2.4%)
55 to 59 Years54 (6.2%)102 (11.7%)
60 to 64 Years27 (3.1%)71 (8.2%)
65 to 69 Years43 (5.0%)10 (1.1%)
70 to 74 Years28 (3.2%)58 (6.7%)
75 to 79 Years50 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years16 (1.8%)49 (5.6%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (0.4%)
Total865 (100.0%)869 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fort Deposit

Median Family Size in Fort Deposit

The median family size in Fort Deposit is 3.73 persons per family, with single male/father families (16 | 4.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.25 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (159 | 41.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.26 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fort Deposit
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple159 (41.8%)3.26
Single Male/Father16 (4.2%)4.25
Single Female/Mother205 (53.9%)4.06
Total Families380 (100.0%)3.73

Median Household Size in Fort Deposit

The median household size in Fort Deposit is 2.84 persons per household, with single female/mother households (205 | 33.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.26 persons per household. non-family households (231 | 37.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fort Deposit
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple159 (26.0%)3.28
Single Male/Father16 (2.6%)4.25
Single Female/Mother205 (33.6%)4.26
Non-family231 (37.8%)1.17
Total Households611 (100.0%)2.84

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fort Deposit

Out of a total of 611 households in Fort Deposit, 380 (62.2%) are family households, while 231 (37.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 153, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 210.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fort Deposit
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-210 (34.4%)
2-Person Households153 (25.0%)21 (3.4%)
3-Person Households61 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households104 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households35 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households13 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households14 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (62.2%)231 (37.8%)

Female Fertility in Fort Deposit

Fertility by Age in Fort Deposit

Female Fertility by Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fort Deposit

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fort Deposit
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Fort Deposit

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fort Deposit
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fort Deposit

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fort Deposit
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Fort Deposit

Income Overview in Fort Deposit

Per Capita Income in Fort Deposit is $15,694, while median incomes of families and households are $32,609 and $20,542 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,734$15,694
Median Family Income380$32,609
Mean Family Income380$51,046
Median Household Income611$20,542
Mean Household Income611$40,600
Income Deficit380$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,73431.24%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,73468.76¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,7340.50

Earnings by Sex in Fort Deposit

Average Earnings in Fort Deposit are $30,690, $33,750 for men and $23,205 for women, a difference of 31.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Fort Deposit
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male356 (60.5%)$33,750
Female232 (39.5%)$23,205
Total588 (100.0%)$30,690

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fort Deposit

The most common earnings brackets in Fort Deposit are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (82 | 23.0%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (43 | 18.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fort Deposit
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less38 (10.7%)21 (9.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)14 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49914 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)14 (6.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)43 (18.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9998 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)4 (1.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99924 (6.7%)5 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)4 (1.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)39 (16.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99950 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99947 (13.2%)40 (17.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99982 (23.0%)10 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99922 (6.2%)5 (2.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99917 (4.8%)18 (7.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99910 (2.8%)3 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (7.3%)12 (5.2%)
$100,000+11 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total356 (100.0%)232 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fort Deposit

Average earnings in Fort Deposit are $38,220 for men and $30,074 for women, a difference of 21.3%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $61,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $37,228. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,083, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,472.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fort Deposit
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,981$0
High School Diploma$37,228$23,472
College or Associate's Degree$61,000$42,083
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$38,220$30,074

Family Income in Fort Deposit

Family Income Brackets in Fort Deposit

According to the Fort Deposit family income data, there are 105 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.6% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Fort Deposit
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000307.9%
$10,000 to $14,9999625.3%
$15,000 to $24,999307.9%
$25,000 to $34,9995614.7%
$35,000 to $49,999195.0%
$50,000 to $74,999123.2%
$75,000 to $99,99910527.6%
$100,000 to $149,999153.9%
$150,000 to $199,999102.6%
$200,000+71.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fort Deposit

4-person families (91 | 23.9%) account for the highest median family income in Fort Deposit with $86,065 per family, while 4-person families (91 | 23.9%) have the highest median income of $21,516 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fort Deposit
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families166 (43.7%)$20,125
3-Person Families61 (16.1%)$0
4-Person Families91 (23.9%)$86,065
5-Person Families41 (10.8%)$33,092
6-Person Families11 (2.9%)$0
7+ Person Families10 (2.6%)$0
Total380 (100.0%)$32,609

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fort Deposit

The median family income in Fort Deposit is $32,609, with families comprising 3+ earners (36) having the highest median family income of $87,045, while families with no earners (159) have the lowest median family income of $12,210, accounting for 9.5% and 41.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fort Deposit
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners159 (41.8%)$12,210
1 Earner76 (20.0%)$32,250
2 Earners109 (28.7%)$86,016
3+ Earners36 (9.5%)$87,045
Total380 (100.0%)$32,609

Household Income in Fort Deposit

Household Income Brackets in Fort Deposit

With 235 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Fort Deposit, accounting for 38.5% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (1.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fort Deposit
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000274.4%
$10,000 to $14,99923538.5%
$15,000 to $24,9997912.9%
$25,000 to $34,9996510.6%
$35,000 to $49,999365.9%
$50,000 to $74,999213.4%
$75,000 to $99,99911619.0%
$100,000 to $149,999152.5%
$150,000 to $199,999101.6%
$200,000+71.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fort Deposit

The median household income in Fort Deposit is $20,542, with the highest median household income of $16,750 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 203 households (33.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 23 households (3.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fort Deposit
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years23 (3.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years153 (25.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years232 (38.0%)$0
65+ Years203 (33.2%)$16,750
Total611 (100.0%)$20,542

Poverty in Fort Deposit

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Deposit

With 32.5% poverty level for males and 54.9% for females among the residents of Fort Deposit, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 45 males (100.0%) and 26 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (76.7%)29 (64.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years74 (83.2%)77 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years45 (100.0%)23 (76.7%)
15 Years5 (22.7%)19 (63.3%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)20 (40.8%)
18 to 24 Years38 (38.8%)67 (58.8%)
25 to 34 Years24 (13.7%)40 (43.5%)
35 to 44 Years25 (43.9%)40 (49.4%)
45 to 54 Years1 (0.8%)8 (25.0%)
55 to 64 Years12 (14.8%)96 (55.5%)
65 to 74 Years33 (46.5%)29 (42.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (5.8%)
Total280 (32.5%)477 (54.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Deposit

According to the poverty statistics in Fort Deposit, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 94.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (23.3%)16 (35.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years15 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)7 (23.3%)
15 Years17 (77.3%)11 (36.7%)
16 and 17 Years7 (100.0%)29 (59.2%)
18 to 24 Years60 (61.2%)47 (41.2%)
25 to 34 Years151 (86.3%)52 (56.5%)
35 to 44 Years32 (56.1%)41 (50.6%)
45 to 54 Years119 (99.2%)24 (75.0%)
55 to 64 Years69 (85.2%)77 (44.5%)
65 to 74 Years38 (53.5%)39 (57.4%)
75 Years and over66 (100.0%)49 (94.2%)
Total581 (67.5%)392 (45.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fort Deposit

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fort Deposit
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fort Deposit

According to the poverty data in Fort Deposit, 100.0% or 16 single-father households and 69.8% or 143 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 16 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fort Deposit
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)24 (31.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)86 (89.6%)
3 or 4 Children16 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total16 (100.0%)143 (69.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fort Deposit

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fort Deposit
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)24 (31.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)86 (89.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)159 (72.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Fort Deposit

Employment by Class of Employer in Fort Deposit

Among the 456 employed individuals in Fort Deposit, private company employees (371 | 81.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (35 | 7.7%), and local government employees (21 | 4.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fort Deposit
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees37181.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)357.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations163.5%
Local Government Employees214.6%
State Government Employees132.9%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total456100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fort Deposit

According to the labor force statistics for Fort Deposit, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,336), 44.5% or 595 individuals are in the labor force, with 22.6% or 134 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 82.2% or 125 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 52.4% or 44 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years84 (66.1%)44 (52.4%)
20 to 24 Years74 (52.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years85 (63.0%)23 (27.1%)
30 to 34 Years39 (29.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years103 (74.6%)21 (20.4%)
45 to 54 Years125 (82.2%)46 (36.8%)
55 to 59 Years31 (19.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years42 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total595 (44.5%)134 (22.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fort Deposit

According to labor force statistics for Fort Deposit, 52.4% of individuals (425) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (811) are in the labor force, with 21.2% or 90 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 100.0% or 47 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 30.0% or 21 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fort Deposit
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School70 (38.0%)55 (30.0%)
High School Diploma233 (54.3%)127 (29.6%)
College / Associate Degree75 (49.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total425 (52.4%)172 (21.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fort Deposit

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fort Deposit are Health Diagnosing & Treating (30 | 6.5%), Health Technologists (26 | 5.7%), Community & Social Service (22 | 4.8%), Education Instruction & Library (22 | 4.8%), and Management (3 | 0.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fort Deposit

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fort Deposit, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fort Deposit
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total (Category)6 (10.3%)52 (89.7%)
Total (Overall)237 (51.5%)223 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fort Deposit are Cleaning & Maintenance (28 | 6.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (26 | 5.7%), Personal Care & Service (16 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (2 | 0.4%), and Law Enforcement (2 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations in Fort Deposit

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fort Deposit, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (25.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fort Deposit
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance7 (25.0%)21 (75.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Category)33 (45.8%)39 (54.2%)
Total (Overall)237 (51.5%)223 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fort Deposit are Sales & Related (49 | 10.6%), and Office & Administration (40 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fort Deposit

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fort Deposit
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6 (12.2%)43 (87.8%)
Office & Administration3 (7.5%)37 (92.5%)
Total (Category)9 (10.1%)80 (89.9%)
Total (Overall)237 (51.5%)223 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fort Deposit are Construction & Extraction (34 | 7.4%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (13 | 2.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (8 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fort Deposit

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fort Deposit
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)237 (51.5%)223 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fort Deposit are Production (100 | 21.7%), Material Moving (79 | 17.2%), and Transportation (7 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fort Deposit

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fort Deposit
OccupationMaleFemale
Production83 (83.0%)17 (17.0%)
Transportation3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Material Moving48 (60.8%)31 (39.2%)
Total (Category)134 (72.0%)52 (28.0%)
Total (Overall)237 (51.5%)223 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Deposit

Employment Industries in Fort Deposit

The major employment industries in Fort Deposit include Manufacturing (123 | 26.7%), Retail Trade (102 | 22.2%), Administrative & Support (33 | 7.2%), Construction (27 | 5.9%), and Educational Services (26 | 5.7%).
Employment Industries in Fort Deposit

Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Deposit

The Fort Deposit industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Deposit
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (59.1%)9 (40.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing92 (74.8%)31 (25.2%)
Wholesale Trade7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade55 (53.9%)47 (46.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration5 (29.4%)12 (70.6%)
Total237 (51.5%)223 (48.5%)

Education in Fort Deposit

School Enrollment in Fort Deposit

The most common levels of schooling among the 449 students in Fort Deposit are middle school (134 | 29.8%), elementary school (121 | 27.0%), and high school (99 | 22.1%).
School Enrollment in Fort Deposit
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool163.6%
Kindergarten20.4%
Elementary School12127.0%
Middle School13429.8%
High School9922.1%
College / Undergraduate6514.5%
Graduate / Professional122.7%
Total449100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fort Deposit

Out of a total of 449 students who are enrolled in schools in Fort Deposit, 62 (13.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 387 (86.2%) 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 16 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 124 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fort Deposit
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old86 (69.9%)37 (30.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9 (50.0%)9 (50.0%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total387 (86.2%)62 (13.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fort Deposit

Business (31 | 52.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (22 | 37.3%), arts & humanities (4 | 6.8%), and psychology (2 | 3.4%) are the most common fields of study among 59 individuals in Fort Deposit who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fort Deposit
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2237.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology23.4%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business3152.5%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities46.8%
Total59100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fort Deposit

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fort Deposit

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fort Deposit are males with 1 vehicle (105, accounting for 44.3%) and females with 1 vehicle (50, making up 47.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fort Deposit
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)5 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle105 (44.3%)50 (22.8%)
2 Vehicles39 (16.5%)32 (14.6%)
3 Vehicles43 (18.1%)115 (52.5%)
4 Vehicles46 (19.4%)9 (4.1%)
5 or more Vehicles4 (1.7%)8 (3.6%)
Total237 (100.0%)219 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fort Deposit

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fort Deposit are 30 to 34 minutes (137 commuters, 31.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (66 commuters, 15.1%), and 45 to 59 minutes (53 commuters, 12.1%).
Commute Time in Fort Deposit
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes214.8%
5 to 9 Minutes235.3%
10 to 14 Minutes225.0%
15 to 19 Minutes6615.1%
20 to 24 Minutes337.5%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes13731.4%
35 to 39 Minutes286.4%
40 to 44 Minutes102.3%
45 to 59 Minutes5312.1%
60 to 89 Minutes327.3%
90 or more Minutes122.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Fort Deposit

The most common commute times in Fort Deposit are 30 to 34 minutes (101 commuters, 43.2%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (36 commuters, 17.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fort Deposit
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2 (0.9%)19 (9.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes4 (1.7%)19 (9.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes14 (6.0%)8 (3.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes34 (14.5%)32 (15.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)33 (16.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes101 (43.2%)36 (17.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (2.6%)22 (10.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes6 (2.6%)4 (2.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes43 (18.4%)10 (4.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (6.8%)16 (7.9%)
90 or more Minutes8 (3.4%)4 (2.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fort Deposit

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fort Deposit are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (62, 26.5%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (42, 20.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fort Deposit
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM50 (21.4%)31 (15.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM3 (1.3%)29 (14.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM30 (12.8%)3 (1.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM27 (11.5%)23 (11.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)42 (20.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM62 (26.5%)5 (2.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)26 (12.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM34 (14.5%)9 (4.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM28 (12.0%)31 (15.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)4 (2.0%)
Total234 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fort Deposit

Occupancy by Ownership in Fort Deposit

Of the total 611 dwellings in Fort Deposit, owner-occupied units account for 390 (63.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 221 (36.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fort Deposit
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units39063.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units22136.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units611100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fort Deposit

Occupancy by Household Size in Fort Deposit
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household21034.4%
2-Person Household17428.5%
3-Person Household6110.0%
4+ Person Household16627.2%
Total Housing Units611100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fort Deposit

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fort Deposit
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household89 (42.4%)121 (57.6%)
2-Person Household135 (77.6%)39 (22.4%)
3-Person Household34 (55.7%)27 (44.3%)
4+ Person Household132 (79.5%)34 (20.5%)
Total Housing Units390 (63.8%)221 (36.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fort Deposit

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fort Deposit
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School154 (76.6%)47 (23.4%)
High School Diploma140 (57.4%)104 (42.6%)
College/Associate Degree43 (38.1%)70 (62.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fort Deposit

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fort Deposit
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8814.4%
35 to 44 Years8814.4%
45 to 54 Years416.7%
55 to 64 Years19131.3%
65 to 74 Years9415.4%
75 to 84 Years10617.3%
85 Years and Over30.5%
Total611100.0%

Housing Finances in Fort Deposit

Median Income by Occupancy in Fort Deposit

Median Income by Occupancy in Fort Deposit
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied390 (63.8%)$33,553
Renter-Occupied221 (36.2%)$13,483
Average611 (100.0%)$20,542

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fort Deposit

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fort Deposit
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (0.8%)17 (7.7%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99996 (24.6%)139 (62.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99928 (7.2%)9 (4.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99920 (5.1%)22 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99952 (13.3%)13 (5.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99936 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99917 (4.4%)4 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999105 (26.9%)11 (5.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more11 (2.8%)6 (2.7%)
Total390 (100.0%)221 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fort Deposit

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fort Deposit
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30073 (18.7%)24 (10.9%)
$300 to $499152 (39.0%)124 (56.1%)
$500 to $79959 (15.1%)22 (10.0%)
$800 to $99961 (15.6%)20 (9.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49945 (11.5%)10 (4.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total390 (100.0%)221 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fort Deposit

Housing Structures in Fort Deposit

Housing Structures in Fort Deposit
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached24239.6%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments315.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12320.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments538.7%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other16226.5%
Total611100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fort Deposit

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fort Deposit
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached229 (94.6%)13 (5.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)123 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3 (5.7%)50 (94.3%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other158 (97.5%)4 (2.5%)
Total390 (63.8%)221 (36.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fort Deposit

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fort Deposit
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room5 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms3 (0.8%)39 (17.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms165 (42.3%)161 (72.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms137 (35.1%)21 (9.5%)
8 or more Rooms80 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total390 (100.0%)221 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fort Deposit

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fort Deposit
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas95 (24.4%)27 (12.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas43 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity244 (62.6%)194 (87.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used8 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total390 (100.0%)221 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fort Deposit

Household Vehicle Usage in Fort Deposit
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle40 (10.3%)37 (16.7%)
1 Vehicle161 (41.3%)125 (56.6%)
2 Vehicles85 (21.8%)35 (15.8%)
3 or more Vehicles104 (26.7%)24 (10.9%)
Total390 (100.0%)221 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fort Deposit

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fort Deposit

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units275115
Median Property Value$50,700$76,800
Median Household Income$32,102$4
Monthly Housing Costs$380$0
Real Estate Taxes$291$71

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fort Deposit

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fort Deposit
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000136 (49.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99980 (29.1%)86 (74.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99953 (19.3%)29 (25.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9996 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total275 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fort Deposit

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fort Deposit
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999105 (38.2%)7 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99952 (18.9%)39 (33.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99922 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99915 (5.4%)14 (12.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99960 (21.8%)2 (1.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (4.0%)45 (39.1%)
$150,000 or more7 (2.5%)4 (3.5%)
Total275 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fort Deposit

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fort Deposit
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x162 (58.9%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x37 (13.5%)55 (47.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x16 (5.8%)2 (1.7%)
4.0x or more60 (21.8%)10 (8.7%)
Total275 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fort Deposit

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fort Deposit
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80094 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49915 (5.4%)26 (22.6%)
$800 to $1,49913 (4.7%)9 (7.8%)
Total275 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fort Deposit

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Deposit

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years355 (97.3%)10 (2.7%)
19 to 25 Years97 (46.6%)111 (53.4%)
26 to 34 Years239 (92.3%)20 (7.7%)
35 to 44 Years125 (90.6%)13 (9.4%)
45 to 54 Years123 (80.9%)29 (19.1%)
55 to 64 Years247 (97.2%)7 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,544 (89.0%)190 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fort Deposit

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fort Deposit
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen355 (97.3%)10 (2.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen97 (46.6%)111 (53.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fort Deposit

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fort Deposit
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000530 (83.5%)105 (16.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999384 (94.4%)23 (5.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99954 (87.1%)8 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999440 (90.2%)48 (9.8%)
$100,000 and over136 (95.8%)6 (4.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Deposit

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 663 (62.4%)38 (37.6%)
6 to 18 Years143 (39.2%)212 (58.1%)
19 to 25 Years7 (3.4%)97 (46.6%)
25 to 34 Years109 (42.1%)181 (69.9%)
35 to 44 Years20 (14.5%)109 (79.0%)
45 to 54 Years26 (17.1%)101 (66.4%)
55 to 64 Years143 (56.3%)152 (59.8%)
65 to 74 Years138 (99.3%)28 (20.1%)
75 Years and over118 (100.0%)27 (22.9%)
Total767 (44.2%)945 (54.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fort Deposit

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fort Deposit
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (3.0%)11 (5.2%)
18 to 34 Years75 (27.5%)34 (16.5%)
35 to 64 Years46 (17.8%)101 (35.3%)
65 to 74 Years49 (69.0%)2 (2.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)29 (55.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fort Deposit

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fort Deposit: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (3.0%)11 (5.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (8.5%)38 (13.3%)
65 to 74 Years49 (69.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (36.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fort Deposit: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)51 (17.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (26.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fort Deposit: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years51 (18.7%)34 (16.5%)
35 to 64 Years20 (7.7%)49 (17.1%)
65 to 74 Years49 (69.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (5.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fort Deposit: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (8.8%)32 (15.5%)
35 to 64 Years46 (17.8%)81 (28.3%)
65 to 74 Years33 (46.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)18 (34.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fort Deposit: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)32 (15.5%)
35 to 64 Years11 (4.3%)34 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (19.2%)

Technology Access in Fort Deposit

Computing Device Access in Fort Deposit

Computing Device Access in Fort Deposit
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop27745.3%
Smartphone43270.7%
Tablet23839.0%
No Computing Device15825.9%
Total611100.0%

Internet Access in Fort Deposit

Internet Access in Fort Deposit
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home20032.7%
Cellular Data Only9816.0%
Satellite Internet437.0%
No Internet25942.4%
Total611100.0%

Fort Deposit Summary

Introduction

Fort Deposit is a small town located in Lowndes County, Alabama. It is situated on the banks of the Alabama River and is part of the Montgomery Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1819 and was named after a fort that was built in the area during the Creek War of 1813-1814. The town has a population of 1,845 as of the 2010 census and is known for its historic buildings and its rural charm.

History

Fort Deposit was founded in 1819 by settlers from Georgia and South Carolina. The town was named after a fort that was built in the area during the Creek War of 1813-1814. The fort was used to protect settlers from Native American attacks. The town was incorporated in 1821 and was the county seat of Lowndes County until 1868 when it was moved to Hayneville.
The town was an important stop on the stagecoach route between Montgomery and Mobile. It was also a major trading center for cotton and other agricultural products. During the Civil War, the town was occupied by Union forces and served as a supply depot. After the war, the town experienced a period of growth and prosperity.
In the late 19th century, Fort Deposit was a major center for the timber industry. The town was also home to several sawmills and a cotton gin. The town experienced a period of decline in the early 20th century as the timber industry declined and the Great Depression hit the area.

Geography

Fort Deposit is located in Lowndes County, Alabama. It is situated on the banks of the Alabama River and is part of the Montgomery Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located in the Black Belt region of Alabama and is known for its rural charm.

Economy

Fort Deposit has a diverse economy. The town is home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer and a plastics manufacturer. The town is also home to a number of agricultural businesses, including a cotton gin and a poultry farm.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Fort Deposit had a population of 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 18.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

Conclusion

Fort Deposit is a small town located in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was founded in 1819 and was named after a fort that was built in the area during the Creek War of 1813-1814. The town has a population of 1,845 as of the 2010 census and is known for its historic buildings and its rural charm. The town has a diverse economy and is home to several small businesses, manufacturing companies, and agricultural businesses. The racial makeup of the town is 79.3% White, 18.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fort Deposit?
Total Population of Fort Deposit is 1,734.
What is the Total Male Population of Fort Deposit?
Total Male Population of Fort Deposit is 865.
What is the Total Female Population of Fort Deposit?
Total Female Population of Fort Deposit is 869.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fort Deposit?
There are 99.54 Males per 100 Females in Fort Deposit.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fort Deposit?
There are 100.46 Females per 100 Males in Fort Deposit.
What is the Median Population Age in Fort Deposit?
Median Population Age in Fort Deposit is 34.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fort Deposit
Average Family Size in Fort Deposit is 3.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fort Deposit
Average Household Size in Fort Deposit is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fort Deposit?
Per Capita income in Fort Deposit is $15,694.
What is the Median Family Income in Fort Deposit?
Median Family Income in Fort Deposit is $32,609.
What is the Median Household income in Fort Deposit?
Median Household Income in Fort Deposit is $20,542.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fort Deposit?
Income or Wage Gap in Fort Deposit is 31.2%.
Women in Fort Deposit earn 68.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fort Deposit?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fort Deposit is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fort Deposit?
There are 595 People in the Labor Forcein in Fort Deposit.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fort Deposit?
44.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Fort Deposit.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fort Deposit?
Unemployment Rate in Fort Deposit is 22.6%.