Orange Beach, AL

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Orange Beach Overview

8,048
TOTAL POPULATION
3,899
MALE POPULATION
4,149
FEMALE POPULATION
93.97
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$55,485
PER CAPITA INCOME
$117,761
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$90,402
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
48.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
51.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,342
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Orange Beach Zip Codes

Orange Beach Area Codes

Race in Orange Beach

The most populous races in Orange Beach are White / Caucasian (7,604 | 94.5%), Two or more Races (249 | 3.1%), and Asian (137 | 1.7%).
Race in Orange Beach
Race# Population% Population
Asian1371.7%
Black / African American90.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino330.4%
Native / Alaskan370.5%
White / Caucasian7,60494.5%
Two or more Races2493.1%
Some other Race120.2%
Total8,048100.0%

Ancestry in Orange Beach

The most populous ancestries reported in Orange Beach are American (2,415 | 30.0%), Irish (1,236 | 15.4%), English (924 | 11.5%), German (676 | 8.4%), and French (414 | 5.1%), together accounting for 70.4% of all Orange Beach residents.
Ancestry in Orange Beach
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2,41530.0%
Bhutanese90.1%
Brazilian150.2%
British811.0%
Canadian180.2%
Cherokee961.2%
Creek100.1%
Czech350.4%
Czechoslovakian931.2%
Danish330.4%
Dutch210.3%
Eastern European60.1%
English92411.5%
European2122.6%
French4145.1%
French Canadian430.5%
German6768.4%
Greek941.2%
Hungarian360.4%
Irish1,23615.4%
Italian1882.3%
Korean1191.5%
Northern European390.5%
Norwegian981.2%
Polish971.2%
Portuguese80.1%
Puerto Rican240.3%
Scandinavian60.1%
Scotch-Irish1171.5%
Scottish3173.9%
Spaniard90.1%
Sri Lankan911.1%
Swedish290.4%
Swiss120.2%
Welsh921.1%
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Immigrants in Orange Beach

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Orange Beach came from Asia (130 | 1.6%), South Eastern Asia (130 | 1.6%), Vietnam (91 | 1.1%), Canada (59 | 0.7%), and Philippines (39 | 0.5%), together accounting for 5.6% of all Orange Beach residents.
Immigrants in Orange Beach
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1301.6%
Brazil370.5%
Canada590.7%
Czechoslovakia190.2%
Eastern Europe190.2%
Europe370.5%
Germany60.1%
Latin America370.5%
Northern Europe120.2%
Philippines390.5%
South America370.5%
South Eastern Asia1301.6%
Vietnam911.1%
Western Europe60.1%
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Sex and Age in Orange Beach

Sex and Age in Orange Beach

The most populous age groups in Orange Beach are 65 to 69 Years (516 | 13.2%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (478 | 11.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Orange Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years148 (3.8%)19 (0.5%)
5 to 9 Years77 (2.0%)219 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years317 (8.1%)159 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Years219 (5.6%)247 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years136 (3.5%)197 (4.8%)
25 to 29 Years61 (1.6%)147 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Years309 (7.9%)167 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Years29 (0.7%)72 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Years305 (7.8%)188 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years262 (6.7%)478 (11.5%)
50 to 54 Years255 (6.5%)398 (9.6%)
55 to 59 Years359 (9.2%)307 (7.4%)
60 to 64 Years266 (6.8%)415 (10.0%)
65 to 69 Years516 (13.2%)353 (8.5%)
70 to 74 Years341 (8.7%)309 (7.4%)
75 to 79 Years130 (3.3%)316 (7.6%)
80 to 84 Years132 (3.4%)115 (2.8%)
85 Years and over37 (0.9%)43 (1.0%)
Total3,899 (100.0%)4,149 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Orange Beach

Median Family Size in Orange Beach

The median family size in Orange Beach is 2.84 persons per family, with single female/mother families (101 | 4.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.95 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (127 | 5.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.46 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Orange Beach
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,999 (89.8%)2.81
Single Male/Father127 (5.7%)2.46
Single Female/Mother101 (4.5%)3.95
Total Families2,227 (100.0%)2.84

Median Household Size in Orange Beach

The median household size in Orange Beach is 2.16 persons per household, with single female/mother households (101 | 2.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.95 persons per household. non-family households (1,492 | 40.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Orange Beach
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,999 (53.7%)2.81
Single Male/Father127 (3.4%)3.24
Single Female/Mother101 (2.7%)3.95
Non-family1,492 (40.1%)1.06
Total Households3,719 (100.0%)2.16

Household Size by Marriage Status in Orange Beach

Out of a total of 3,719 households in Orange Beach, 2,227 (59.9%) are family households, while 1,492 (40.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,325, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,419.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Orange Beach
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,419 (38.2%)
2-Person Households1,325 (35.6%)65 (1.8%)
3-Person Households493 (13.3%)8 (0.2%)
4-Person Households229 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households111 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households69 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,227 (59.9%)1,492 (40.1%)

Female Fertility in Orange Beach

Fertility by Age in Orange Beach

Female Fertility by Age in Orange Beach
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 Orange Beach

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orange Beach
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 Orange Beach

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Orange Beach
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 Orange Beach

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orange Beach
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 Orange Beach

Income Overview in Orange Beach

Per Capita Income in Orange Beach is $55,485, while median incomes of families and households are $117,761 and $90,402 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,048$55,485
Median Family Income2,227$117,761
Mean Family Income2,227$147,850
Median Household Income3,719$90,402
Mean Household Income3,719$118,699
Income Deficit2,227$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,04848.59%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,04851.41¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,0480.45

Earnings by Sex in Orange Beach

Average Earnings in Orange Beach are $47,597, $64,647 for men and $33,238 for women, a difference of 48.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Orange Beach
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,283 (49.9%)$64,647
Female2,291 (50.1%)$33,238
Total4,574 (100.0%)$47,597

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orange Beach

The most common earnings brackets in Orange Beach are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (486 | 21.3%) and $100,000+ for women (419 | 18.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orange Beach
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less67 (2.9%)153 (6.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99995 (4.2%)33 (1.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49929 (1.3%)122 (5.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999127 (5.6%)190 (8.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49935 (1.5%)70 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99956 (2.5%)25 (1.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)165 (7.2%)
$17,500 to $19,999116 (5.1%)14 (0.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4999 (0.4%)69 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)72 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99953 (2.3%)157 (6.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99961 (2.7%)146 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99929 (1.3%)29 (1.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99931 (1.4%)68 (3.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999152 (6.7%)288 (12.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999111 (4.9%)11 (0.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999188 (8.2%)117 (5.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999163 (7.1%)18 (0.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999486 (21.3%)125 (5.5%)
$100,000+475 (20.8%)419 (18.3%)
Total2,283 (100.0%)2,291 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orange Beach

Average earnings in Orange Beach are $71,215 for men and $45,206 for women, a difference of 36.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $91,094, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $50,956. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $151,875, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orange Beach
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$50,956$0
College or Associate's Degree$76,045$26,721
Bachelor's Degree$83,750$55,709
Graduate Degree$91,094$151,875
Total$71,215$45,206

Family Income in Orange Beach

Family Income Brackets in Orange Beach

According to the Orange Beach family income data, there are 550 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Orange Beach
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000271.2%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991255.6%
$25,000 to $34,999421.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991225.5%
$50,000 to $74,99926311.8%
$75,000 to $99,99933014.8%
$100,000 to $149,99955024.7%
$150,000 to $199,99922910.3%
$200,000+54124.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orange Beach

4-person families (229 | 10.3%) account for the highest median family income in Orange Beach with $141,875 per family, while 2-person families (1,426 | 64.0%) have the highest median income of $53,334 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orange Beach
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,426 (64.0%)$106,667
3-Person Families392 (17.6%)$121,356
4-Person Families229 (10.3%)$141,875
5-Person Families111 (5.0%)$89,940
6-Person Families69 (3.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,227 (100.0%)$117,761

Family Income by Number of Earners in Orange Beach

The median family income in Orange Beach is $117,761, with families comprising 2 earners (815) having the highest median family income of $161,597, while families with no earners (425) have the lowest median family income of $76,354, accounting for 36.6% and 19.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Orange Beach
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners425 (19.1%)$76,354
1 Earner634 (28.5%)$110,521
2 Earners815 (36.6%)$161,597
3+ Earners353 (15.9%)$118,315
Total2,227 (100.0%)$117,761

Household Income in Orange Beach

Household Income Brackets in Orange Beach

With 692 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Orange Beach, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 19 households (0.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Orange Beach
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001082.9%
$10,000 to $14,999190.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991794.8%
$25,000 to $34,99948713.1%
$35,000 to $49,9992907.8%
$50,000 to $74,99944612.0%
$75,000 to $99,99959916.1%
$100,000 to $149,99969218.6%
$150,000 to $199,9992837.6%
$200,000+61716.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Orange Beach

The median household income in Orange Beach is $90,402, with the highest median household income of $112,381 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,618 households (43.5%) 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 92 households (2.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Orange Beach
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years92 (2.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years517 (13.9%)$90,387
45 to 64 Years1,618 (43.5%)$112,381
65+ Years1,492 (40.1%)$67,895
Total3,719 (100.0%)$90,402

Poverty in Orange Beach

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange Beach

With 7.5% poverty level for males and 4.9% for females among the residents of Orange Beach, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 80 males (54.0%) and 68 females (25.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (54.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.5%)
18 to 24 Years77 (34.1%)68 (25.8%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years60 (18.0%)12 (4.6%)
45 to 54 Years32 (6.3%)16 (1.8%)
55 to 64 Years22 (3.5%)51 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years16 (1.9%)37 (5.6%)
75 Years and over6 (2.0%)15 (3.2%)
Total293 (7.5%)204 (4.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange Beach

According to the poverty statistics in Orange Beach, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (46.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years140 (100.0%)245 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years246 (100.0%)133 (100.0%)
15 Years24 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years105 (100.0%)139 (96.5%)
18 to 24 Years149 (65.9%)196 (74.2%)
25 to 34 Years370 (100.0%)314 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years274 (82.0%)248 (95.4%)
45 to 54 Years476 (93.7%)860 (98.2%)
55 to 64 Years603 (96.5%)671 (92.9%)
65 to 74 Years832 (98.1%)625 (94.4%)
75 Years and over293 (98.0%)459 (96.8%)
Total3,588 (92.4%)3,936 (95.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orange Beach

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Orange Beach show that 1.9% or 39 of the total 1,999 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.4%, comprising of 37 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orange Beach
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,482 (97.6%)37 (2.4%)
1 or 2 Children352 (99.4%)2 (0.6%)
3 or 4 Children126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,960 (98.1%)39 (1.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orange Beach

According to the poverty data in Orange Beach, 60.6% or 77 single-father households and 9.9% or 10 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 77 households (74.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (23.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orange Beach
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)10 (23.3%)
1 or 2 Children77 (74.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total77 (60.6%)10 (9.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orange Beach

The poverty data for Orange Beach shows that 39 of the married-couple family households (1.9%) and 87 of the single-parent households (38.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (2.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 77 household (51.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orange Beach
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children37 (2.4%)10 (14.9%)
1 or 2 Children2 (0.6%)77 (51.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total39 (1.9%)87 (38.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Orange Beach

Employment by Class of Employer in Orange Beach

Among the 4,060 employed individuals in Orange Beach, private company employees (2,429 | 59.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (646 | 15.9%), and self-employed (incorporated) (559 | 13.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Orange Beach
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,42959.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)55913.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)64615.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations1543.8%
Local Government Employees2045.0%
State Government Employees360.9%
Federal Government Employees320.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,060100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Orange Beach

According to the labor force statistics for Orange Beach, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,049), 61.6% or 4,342 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 191 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 95.9% or 639 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.1% or 63 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Orange Beach
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years303 (74.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years298 (89.5%)63 (21.1%)
25 to 29 Years174 (83.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years451 (94.7%)32 (7.1%)
35 to 44 Years506 (85.2%)12 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,138 (81.7%)35 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years639 (95.9%)19 (3.0%)
60 to 64 Years410 (60.2%)29 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years372 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over50 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,342 (61.6%)191 (4.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orange Beach

According to labor force statistics for Orange Beach, 82.6% of individuals (3,319) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,018) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 126 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 85.5% or 1,168 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 27.9% or 24 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orange Beach
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School86 (60.1%)40 (27.9%)
High School Diploma867 (85.0%)22 (2.2%)
College / Associate Degree1,197 (80.4%)39 (2.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,168 (85.5%)63 (4.6%)
Total3,319 (82.6%)153 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Orange Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orange Beach are Management (651 | 15.7%), Community & Social Service (294 | 7.1%), Business & Financial (269 | 6.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (151 | 3.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (118 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Orange Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orange Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (85.3%), and Management (62.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Orange Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Management406 (62.4%)245 (37.6%)
Business & Financial55 (20.4%)214 (79.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science58 (38.4%)93 (61.6%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)75 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering58 (85.3%)10 (14.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 60 (20.4%)234 (79.6%)
Education, Arts & Media10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support10 (15.6%)54 (84.4%)
Education Instruction & Library32 (31.1%)71 (68.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment8 (6.8%)109 (93.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)118 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Total (Category)579 (39.0%)904 (61.0%)
Total (Overall)2,107 (50.9%)2,034 (49.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Orange Beach are Food Preparation & Serving (294 | 7.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (223 | 5.4%), Healthcare Support (69 | 1.7%), Personal Care & Service (57 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (36 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Orange Beach

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Orange Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (77.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (43.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Orange Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)69 (100.0%)
Security & Protection36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving166 (56.5%)128 (43.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance192 (86.1%)31 (13.9%)
Personal Care & Service13 (22.8%)44 (77.2%)
Total (Category)407 (59.9%)272 (40.1%)
Total (Overall)2,107 (50.9%)2,034 (49.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Orange Beach are Sales & Related (849 | 20.5%), and Office & Administration (324 | 7.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Orange Beach

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Orange Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related427 (50.3%)422 (49.7%)
Office & Administration11 (3.4%)313 (96.6%)
Total (Category)438 (37.3%)735 (62.7%)
Total (Overall)2,107 (50.9%)2,034 (49.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Orange Beach are Construction & Extraction (301 | 7.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (35 | 0.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (16 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Orange Beach

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Orange Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction301 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)336 (95.5%)16 (4.5%)
Total (Overall)2,107 (50.9%)2,034 (49.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Orange Beach are Production (195 | 4.7%), Transportation (165 | 4.0%), and Material Moving (94 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Orange Beach

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Orange Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Production167 (85.6%)28 (14.4%)
Transportation123 (74.6%)42 (25.5%)
Material Moving57 (60.6%)37 (39.4%)
Total (Category)347 (76.4%)107 (23.6%)
Total (Overall)2,107 (50.9%)2,034 (49.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Orange Beach

Employment Industries in Orange Beach

The major employment industries in Orange Beach include Retail Trade (915 | 22.1%), Manufacturing (462 | 11.2%), Construction (416 | 10.1%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (305 | 7.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (284 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Orange Beach

Employment Industries by Sex in Orange Beach

The Orange Beach industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Construction (95.7%), and Public Administration (80.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (94.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Orange Beach
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting17 (51.5%)16 (48.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction398 (95.7%)18 (4.3%)
Manufacturing270 (58.4%)192 (41.6%)
Wholesale Trade28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade365 (39.9%)550 (60.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing71 (55.9%)56 (44.1%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Information39 (18.1%)177 (81.9%)
Finance & Insurance5 (5.8%)82 (94.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing147 (48.2%)158 (51.8%)
Professional & Scientific158 (69.9%)68 (30.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support166 (60.4%)109 (39.6%)
Educational Services63 (36.0%)112 (64.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)240 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation59 (65.6%)31 (34.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services143 (50.3%)141 (49.6%)
Public Administration118 (80.8%)28 (19.2%)
Total2,107 (50.9%)2,034 (49.1%)

Education in Orange Beach

School Enrollment in Orange Beach

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,230 students in Orange Beach are middle school (345 | 28.1%), high school (321 | 26.1%), and elementary school (295 | 24.0%).
School Enrollment in Orange Beach
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool635.1%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School29524.0%
Middle School34528.1%
High School32126.1%
College / Undergraduate18014.6%
Graduate / Professional262.1%
Total1,230100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orange Beach

Out of a total of 1,230 students who are enrolled in schools in Orange Beach, 184 (15.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,046 (85.0%) 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 50 (90.9% 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 287 (97.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orange Beach
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds5 (9.1%)50 (90.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old287 (97.3%)8 (2.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds374 (97.1%)11 (2.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds185 (80.8%)44 (19.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds92 (73.6%)33 (26.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds95 (88.0%)13 (12.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
Total1,046 (85.0%)184 (15.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orange Beach

Business (951 | 35.4%), education (434 | 16.2%), science & technology (248 | 9.2%), psychology (175 | 6.5%), and liberal arts & history (170 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,686 individuals in Orange Beach who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orange Beach
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics722.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural983.6%
Physical & Health Sciences240.9%
Psychology1756.5%
Social Sciences953.5%
Engineering1455.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology2489.2%
Business95135.4%
Education43416.2%
Literature & Languages521.9%
Liberal Arts & History1706.3%
Visual & Performing Arts592.2%
Communications582.2%
Arts & Humanities1053.9%
Total2,686100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Orange Beach

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orange Beach

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Orange Beach are males with 2 vehicles (721, accounting for 35.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (798, making up 35.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orange Beach
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle24 (1.2%)73 (3.6%)
1 Vehicle451 (22.1%)222 (11.0%)
2 Vehicles721 (35.3%)798 (39.5%)
3 Vehicles578 (28.3%)736 (36.5%)
4 Vehicles187 (9.2%)165 (8.2%)
5 or more Vehicles81 (4.0%)24 (1.2%)
Total2,042 (100.0%)2,018 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Orange Beach

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Orange Beach are 10 to 14 minutes (930 commuters, 27.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (510 commuters, 15.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (445 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Orange Beach
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes972.9%
5 to 9 Minutes51015.3%
10 to 14 Minutes93027.9%
15 to 19 Minutes44513.4%
20 to 24 Minutes2457.4%
25 to 29 Minutes1123.4%
30 to 34 Minutes1394.2%
35 to 39 Minutes641.9%
40 to 44 Minutes351.1%
45 to 59 Minutes2908.7%
60 to 89 Minutes41812.6%
90 or more Minutes431.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Orange Beach

The most common commute times in Orange Beach are 10 to 14 minutes (487 commuters, 28.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (443 commuters, 27.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Orange Beach
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes50 (2.9%)47 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes127 (7.4%)383 (23.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes487 (28.6%)443 (27.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes285 (16.7%)160 (9.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes89 (5.2%)156 (9.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes81 (4.8%)31 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes111 (6.5%)28 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (0.7%)52 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (0.6%)25 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes220 (12.9%)70 (4.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes233 (13.7%)185 (11.4%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)43 (2.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orange Beach

The most frequent times of departure to work in Orange Beach are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (352, 20.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (265, 16.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orange Beach
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM21 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM50 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM197 (11.6%)51 (3.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM17 (1.0%)114 (7.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM284 (16.7%)124 (7.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM352 (20.6%)265 (16.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM313 (18.4%)214 (13.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM133 (7.8%)168 (10.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM85 (5.0%)163 (10.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM113 (6.6%)231 (14.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)88 (5.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)24 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM140 (8.2%)100 (6.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)81 (5.0%)
Total1,705 (100.0%)1,623 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Orange Beach

Occupancy by Ownership in Orange Beach

Of the total 3,719 dwellings in Orange Beach, owner-occupied units account for 2,537 (68.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,182 (31.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Orange Beach
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,53768.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,18231.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,719100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Orange Beach

Occupancy by Household Size in Orange Beach
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,41938.2%
2-Person Household1,39037.4%
3-Person Household50113.5%
4+ Person Household40911.0%
Total Housing Units3,719100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orange Beach

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orange Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household567 (40.0%)852 (60.0%)
2-Person Household1,241 (89.3%)149 (10.7%)
3-Person Household354 (70.7%)147 (29.3%)
4+ Person Household375 (91.7%)34 (8.3%)
Total Housing Units2,537 (68.2%)1,182 (31.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orange Beach

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orange Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School65 (84.4%)12 (15.6%)
High School Diploma504 (49.6%)512 (50.4%)
College/Associate Degree661 (61.3%)418 (38.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,307 (84.5%)240 (15.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orange Beach

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orange Beach
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years40811.0%
35 to 44 Years2015.4%
45 to 54 Years96425.9%
55 to 64 Years65417.6%
65 to 74 Years96726.0%
75 to 84 Years47612.8%
85 Years and Over491.3%
Total3,719100.0%

Housing Finances in Orange Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Orange Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Orange Beach
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,537 (68.2%)$115,673
Renter-Occupied1,182 (31.8%)$46,318
Average3,719 (100.0%)$90,402

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orange Beach

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orange Beach
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00012 (0.5%)79 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99915 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99920 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99930 (1.2%)24 (2.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99947 (1.8%)77 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999142 (5.6%)344 (29.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999115 (4.5%)175 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999353 (13.9%)93 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999353 (13.9%)246 (20.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999628 (24.7%)65 (5.5%)
$150,000 or more822 (32.4%)79 (6.7%)
Total2,537 (100.0%)1,182 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orange Beach

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orange Beach
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300131 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499185 (7.3%)48 (4.1%)
$500 to $799367 (14.5%)28 (2.4%)
$800 to $999136 (5.4%)27 (2.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499663 (26.1%)732 (61.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999434 (17.1%)265 (22.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49972 (2.8%)44 (3.7%)
$2,500 to $2,999234 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more315 (12.4%)7 (0.6%)
Total2,537 (100.0%)1,182 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Orange Beach

Housing Structures in Orange Beach

Housing Structures in Orange Beach
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,92051.6%
Single Unit, Attached501.3%
2 Unit Apartments1333.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments80.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1734.6%
10 or more Apartments1,33936.0%
Mobile Home / Other962.6%
Total3,719100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orange Beach

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orange Beach
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,764 (91.9%)156 (8.1%)
Single Unit, Attached28 (56.0%)22 (44.0%)
2 Unit Apartments88 (66.2%)45 (33.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments60 (34.7%)113 (65.3%)
10 or more Apartments543 (40.6%)796 (59.5%)
Mobile Home / Other54 (56.2%)42 (43.8%)
Total2,537 (68.2%)1,182 (31.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orange Beach

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orange Beach
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)77 (6.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms38 (1.5%)294 (24.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms950 (37.4%)645 (54.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms950 (37.4%)155 (13.1%)
8 or more Rooms599 (23.6%)11 (0.9%)
Total2,537 (100.0%)1,182 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orange Beach

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orange Beach
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas112 (4.4%)74 (6.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas36 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity2,364 (93.2%)1,096 (92.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene10 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used15 (0.6%)12 (1.0%)
Total2,537 (100.0%)1,182 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Orange Beach

Household Vehicle Usage in Orange Beach
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle66 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle509 (20.1%)889 (75.2%)
2 Vehicles1,105 (43.6%)254 (21.5%)
3 or more Vehicles857 (33.8%)39 (3.3%)
Total2,537 (100.0%)1,182 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Orange Beach

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Orange Beach

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,1351,402
Median Property Value$474,300$450,500
Median Household Income$85,378$616
Monthly Housing Costs$663$315
Real Estate Taxes$1,096$66

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orange Beach

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orange Beach
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00018 (1.6%)9 (0.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99972 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999184 (16.2%)234 (16.7%)
$300,000 to $499,999311 (27.4%)671 (47.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999240 (21.1%)271 (19.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999177 (15.6%)130 (9.3%)
$1,000,000 or more133 (11.7%)87 (6.2%)
Total1,135 (100.0%)1,402 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orange Beach

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orange Beach
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00025 (2.2%)6 (0.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99980 (7.0%)2 (0.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999117 (10.3%)17 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99937 (3.3%)25 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999233 (20.5%)78 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999136 (12.0%)120 (8.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999301 (26.5%)217 (15.5%)
$150,000 or more206 (18.1%)327 (23.3%)
Total1,135 (100.0%)1,402 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orange Beach

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orange Beach
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x188 (16.6%)125,227 (8,932.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x127 (11.2%)379 (27.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x72 (6.3%)275 (19.6%)
4.0x or more738 (65.0%)216 (15.4%)
Total1,135 (100.0%)1,402 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orange Beach

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orange Beach
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800412 (36.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499204 (18.0%)284 (20.3%)
$800 to $1,499322 (28.4%)473 (33.7%)
Total1,135 (100.0%)1,402 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Orange Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange Beach
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years134 (76.6%)41 (23.4%)
6 to 18 Years980 (86.5%)153 (13.5%)
19 to 25 Years413 (76.5%)127 (23.5%)
26 to 34 Years268 (46.7%)306 (53.3%)
35 to 44 Years573 (96.5%)21 (3.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,339 (97.5%)35 (2.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,266 (94.0%)81 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,499 (99.3%)11 (0.7%)
75 Years and older773 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,245 (90.3%)775 (9.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orange Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orange Beach
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born134 (76.6%)41 (23.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen980 (86.5%)153 (13.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen413 (76.5%)127 (23.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orange Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orange Beach
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000427 (77.2%)126 (22.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999956 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999949 (87.5%)135 (12.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,251 (86.2%)201 (13.8%)
$100,000 and over3,657 (92.2%)308 (7.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange Beach

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange Beach
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 697 (55.4%)41 (23.4%)
6 to 18 Years348 (30.7%)638 (56.3%)
19 to 25 Years123 (22.8%)290 (53.7%)
25 to 34 Years26 (4.5%)242 (42.2%)
35 to 44 Years12 (2.0%)573 (96.5%)
45 to 54 Years137 (10.0%)1,202 (87.5%)
55 to 64 Years135 (10.0%)1,163 (86.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,440 (95.4%)818 (54.2%)
75 Years and over773 (100.0%)547 (70.8%)
Total3,091 (38.5%)5,514 (68.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orange Beach

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orange Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years77 (12.9%)89 (15.4%)
35 to 64 Years224 (15.4%)302 (16.3%)
65 to 74 Years86 (10.1%)156 (23.6%)
75 Years and over69 (23.1%)87 (18.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Orange Beach

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Orange Beach: <span>Hearing 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%)26 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years81 (5.6%)30 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years14 (1.7%)36 (5.4%)
75 Years and over46 (15.4%)52 (11.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Orange Beach: <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%)80 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years22 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)17 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Orange Beach: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years77 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years84 (5.8%)118 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years26 (3.1%)18 (2.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Orange Beach: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years77 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years117 (8.0%)180 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years62 (7.3%)147 (22.2%)
75 Years and over46 (15.4%)48 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Orange Beach: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years77 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (1.6%)37 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (1.9%)31 (4.7%)
75 Years and over7 (2.3%)9 (1.9%)

Technology Access in Orange Beach

Computing Device Access in Orange Beach

Computing Device Access in Orange Beach
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,29888.7%
Smartphone3,48193.6%
Tablet2,60770.1%
No Computing Device551.5%
Total3,719100.0%

Internet Access in Orange Beach

Internet Access in Orange Beach
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,95379.4%
Cellular Data Only3669.8%
Satellite Internet38210.3%
No Internet2937.9%
Total3,719100.0%

Orange Beach Summary

Orange Beach, AL is a city located in Baldwin County, Alabama, United States. It is situated on the Gulf of Mexico, just east of Gulf Shores. The city is part of the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Orange Beach was 5,441.

History

The area that is now Orange Beach was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Choctaw and Creek. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s. The area was originally known as "Old Florida" and was part of the Spanish colony of West Florida.
In 1819, the area was ceded to the United States as part of the Adams-Onis Treaty. The area was then part of the Mississippi Territory until 1821, when it became part of the Alabama Territory. In 1868, the area was incorporated as the town of Orange Beach.
The town was named after the orange groves that grew in the area. The town was a popular tourist destination in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The town was also home to a number of fishing camps and resorts.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a population boom as people moved to the area for its beaches and fishing opportunities. In 1984, the town was officially incorporated as the City of Orange Beach.

Geography

Orange Beach is located at 30°19'N 87°37'W (30.3167, -87.6167). It is situated on the Gulf of Mexico, just east of Gulf Shores. The city has a total area of 11.2 square miles, of which 10.7 square miles is land and 0.5 square miles is water.
The city is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the south, Perdido Bay to the west, and Wolf Bay to the east. The city is located on a barrier island, and is connected to the mainland by the Perdido Pass Bridge.

Economy

Orange Beach is a popular tourist destination, and tourism is the main driver of the local economy. The city is home to a number of resorts, hotels, restaurants, and other tourist attractions. The city is also home to a number of marinas, which provide access to the Gulf of Mexico for fishing and other recreational activities.
The city is also home to a number of manufacturing and service-based businesses. The city is home to a number of boat and RV dealerships, as well as a number of retail stores.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 5,441 people, 2,521 households, and 1,541 families residing in the city. The population density was 505.3 people per square mile. There were 4,845 housing units at an average density of 451.3 per square mile.
The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 1.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
There were 2,521 households, out of which 17.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.67.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 16.2% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 20.2% from 25 to 44, 33.2% from 45 to 64, and 25.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $54,821. Males had a median income of $41,964 versus $30,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Orange Beach?
Total Population of Orange Beach is 8,048.
What is the Total Male Population of Orange Beach?
Total Male Population of Orange Beach is 3,899.
What is the Total Female Population of Orange Beach?
Total Female Population of Orange Beach is 4,149.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Orange Beach?
There are 93.97 Males per 100 Females in Orange Beach.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Orange Beach?
There are 106.41 Females per 100 Males in Orange Beach.
What is the Median Population Age in Orange Beach?
Median Population Age in Orange Beach is 51.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Orange Beach
Average Family Size in Orange Beach is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Orange Beach
Average Household Size in Orange Beach is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Orange Beach?
Per Capita income in Orange Beach is $55,485.
What is the Median Family Income in Orange Beach?
Median Family Income in Orange Beach is $117,761.
What is the Median Household income in Orange Beach?
Median Household Income in Orange Beach is $90,402.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Orange Beach?
Income or Wage Gap in Orange Beach is 48.6%.
Women in Orange Beach earn 51.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Orange Beach?
Inequality or Gini Index in Orange Beach is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Orange Beach?
There are 4,342 People in the Labor Forcein in Orange Beach.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Orange Beach?
61.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Orange Beach.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Orange Beach?
Unemployment Rate in Orange Beach is 4.4%.