Pulaski County, AR

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Pulaski County Overview

398,322
TOTAL POPULATION
190,970
MALE POPULATION
207,352
FEMALE POPULATION
92.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.58
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,146
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,879
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,326
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,376
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
199,494
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Pulaski County Area Codes

Race in Pulaski County

The most populous races in Pulaski County are White / Caucasian (209,994 | 52.7%), Black / African American (148,791 | 37.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (25,329 | 6.4%).
Race in Pulaski County
Race# Population% Population
Asian8,9762.2%
Black / African American148,79137.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific1430.0%
Hispanic or Latino25,3296.4%
Native / Alaskan1,3890.4%
White / Caucasian209,99452.7%
Two or more Races18,2614.6%
Some other Race10,7682.7%
Total398,322100.0%

Ancestry in Pulaski County

The most populous ancestries reported in Pulaski County are English (36,805 | 9.2%), German (32,228 | 8.1%), Irish (29,754 | 7.5%), American (24,383 | 6.1%), and Mexican (16,842 | 4.2%), together accounting for 35.1% of all Pulaski County residents.
Ancestry in Pulaski County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan280.0%
African12,1543.0%
Alsatian30.0%
American24,3836.1%
Apache620.0%
Arab1,2510.3%
Argentinean1570.0%
Armenian850.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac930.0%
Australian30.0%
Austrian2340.1%
Bahamian220.0%
Bangladeshi700.0%
Barbadian60.0%
Basque120.0%
Belgian1310.0%
Belizean430.0%
Bermudan130.0%
Bhutanese1,0010.3%
Blackfeet2250.1%
Bolivian450.0%
Brazilian680.0%
British2,3550.6%
British West Indian270.0%
Bulgarian150.0%
Burmese9110.2%
Cajun1160.0%
Cambodian450.0%
Canadian2390.1%
Celtic140.0%
Central American4,2471.1%
Central American Indian820.0%
Cherokee1,4560.4%
Cheyenne320.0%
Chickasaw100.0%
Chilean2750.1%
Chinese30.0%
Chippewa30.0%
Choctaw4210.1%
Colombian1650.0%
Comanche360.0%
Costa Rican330.0%
Cree30.0%
Creek170.0%
Croatian1370.0%
Cuban3520.1%
Czech7960.2%
Czechoslovakian1310.0%
Danish6550.2%
Dominican120.0%
Dutch2,5140.6%
Dutch West Indian250.0%
Eastern European3670.1%
Ecuadorian770.0%
Egyptian3080.1%
English36,8059.2%
Estonian140.0%
Ethiopian110.0%
European7,0631.8%
Fijian520.0%
Filipino220.0%
Finnish1360.0%
French5,5801.4%
French Canadian8190.2%
German32,2288.1%
German Russian50.0%
Ghanaian2380.1%
Greek3850.1%
Guamanian / Chamorro200.0%
Guatemalan1,5010.4%
Guyanese710.0%
Haitian1160.0%
Honduran4450.1%
Hungarian2940.1%
Indian (Asian)1,3330.3%
Inupiat210.0%
Iranian2670.1%
Irish29,7547.5%
Iroquois260.0%
Israeli720.0%
Italian4,9681.3%
Jamaican4490.1%
Japanese640.0%
Jordanian310.0%
Kenyan320.0%
Kiowa170.0%
Korean2,6820.7%
Laotian2320.1%
Latvian150.0%
Lebanese1640.0%
Lithuanian2850.1%
Luxembourger180.0%
Macedonian260.0%
Malaysian1610.0%
Mexican16,8424.2%
Mexican American Indian4170.1%
Mongolian180.0%
Moroccan630.0%
Native Hawaiian1150.0%
Navajo210.0%
Nicaraguan4700.1%
Nigerian3890.1%
Northern European4360.1%
Norwegian1,6750.4%
Osage630.0%
Paiute130.0%
Pakistani4580.1%
Palestinian1270.0%
Panamanian1650.0%
Pennsylvania German430.0%
Peruvian1220.0%
Polish2,6370.7%
Portuguese2110.1%
Potawatomi50.0%
Pueblo60.0%
Puerto Rican6280.2%
Romanian990.0%
Russian5480.1%
Salvadoran1,4900.4%
Scandinavian6390.2%
Scotch-Irish4,5051.1%
Scottish6,5611.7%
Seminole200.0%
Serbian110.0%
Sioux550.0%
Slavic360.0%
Slovak840.0%
Slovene260.0%
South African1060.0%
South American1,1330.3%
South American Indian70.0%
Spaniard1900.1%
Spanish3840.1%
Spanish American70.0%
Sri Lankan8610.2%
Subsaharan African13,3273.4%
Swedish1,4400.4%
Swiss8020.2%
Syrian3280.1%
Thai2,3340.6%
Tohono O'Odham600.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian630.0%
Turkish840.0%
U.S. Virgin Islander430.0%
Ukrainian2260.1%
Ute180.0%
Venezuelan2920.1%
Vietnamese600.0%
Welsh1,8080.4%
West Indian4340.1%
Yugoslavian260.0%
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Immigrants in Pulaski County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pulaski County came from Latin America (9,571 | 2.4%), Central America (8,072 | 2.0%), Asia (7,444 | 1.9%), Mexico (5,440 | 1.4%), and South Central Asia (3,070 | 0.8%), together accounting for 8.4% of all Pulaski County residents.
Immigrants in Pulaski County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan280.0%
Africa1,2660.3%
Argentina1570.0%
Asia7,4441.9%
Australia150.0%
Austria50.0%
Bahamas750.0%
Bangladesh750.0%
Barbados200.0%
Belarus860.0%
Belgium330.0%
Belize160.0%
Bolivia260.0%
Brazil1340.0%
Cambodia270.0%
Cameroon690.0%
Canada2010.1%
Caribbean6380.2%
Central America8,0722.0%
Chile490.0%
China9220.2%
Colombia1100.0%
Costa Rica330.0%
Cuba730.0%
Denmark270.0%
Dominica3120.1%
Dominican Republic120.0%
Eastern Africa3360.1%
Eastern Asia1,5100.4%
Eastern Europe3520.1%
Ecuador230.0%
Egypt1890.1%
El Salvador1,2290.3%
England1920.1%
Europe1,5870.4%
France1890.1%
Germany3170.1%
Ghana1700.0%
Greece110.0%
Guatemala8970.2%
Guyana330.0%
Haiti60.0%
Honduras2860.1%
Hong Kong390.0%
Hungary200.0%
India2,0320.5%
Indonesia2240.1%
Iran1700.0%
Iraq510.0%
Ireland810.0%
Israel440.0%
Italy600.0%
Jamaica460.0%
Japan1040.0%
Jordan740.0%
Kenya780.0%
Korea4390.1%
Kuwait700.0%
Laos550.0%
Latin America9,5712.4%
Malaysia180.0%
Mexico5,4401.4%
Middle Africa810.0%
Morocco380.0%
Nepal250.0%
Netherlands190.0%
Nicaragua1640.0%
Nigeria2900.1%
Northern Africa2270.1%
Northern Europe5460.1%
Norway590.0%
Oceania720.0%
Pakistan7150.2%
Panama70.0%
Peru420.0%
Philippines1,3630.3%
Poland750.0%
Romania100.0%
Russia530.0%
Saudi Arabia260.0%
Scotland280.0%
South Africa1160.0%
South America8610.2%
South Central Asia3,0700.8%
South Eastern Asia2,4590.6%
Southern Europe910.0%
Spain200.0%
Sri Lanka250.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines170.0%
Sweden190.0%
Switzerland140.0%
Syria500.0%
Taiwan790.0%
Thailand2010.1%
Trinidad and Tobago450.0%
Turkey400.0%
Ukraine630.0%
Venezuela2470.1%
Vietnam5550.1%
Western Africa5060.1%
Western Asia3920.1%
Western Europe5770.1%
Zaire120.0%
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Sex and Age in Pulaski County

Sex and Age in Pulaski County

The most populous age groups in Pulaski County are 25 to 29 Years (14,119 | 7.4%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (15,022 | 7.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12,836 (6.7%)12,312 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years12,822 (6.7%)12,980 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Years13,504 (7.1%)12,232 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years12,159 (6.4%)11,872 (5.7%)
20 to 24 Years13,471 (7.0%)13,261 (6.4%)
25 to 29 Years14,119 (7.4%)15,022 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years13,511 (7.1%)14,782 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Years13,174 (6.9%)14,654 (7.1%)
40 to 44 Years11,590 (6.1%)12,145 (5.9%)
45 to 49 Years11,221 (5.9%)12,494 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years11,274 (5.9%)12,140 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years12,562 (6.6%)12,951 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years11,181 (5.9%)13,667 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years10,136 (5.3%)11,903 (5.7%)
70 to 74 Years7,640 (4.0%)9,693 (4.7%)
75 to 79 Years4,447 (2.3%)6,001 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years2,539 (1.3%)3,920 (1.9%)
85 Years and over2,784 (1.5%)5,323 (2.6%)
Total190,970 (100.0%)207,352 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Pulaski County

Median Family Size in Pulaski County

The median family size in Pulaski County is 3.10 persons per family, with single female/mother families (25,663 | 26.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.24 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (6,463 | 6.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.78 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Pulaski County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple64,731 (66.8%)3.07
Single Male/Father6,463 (6.7%)2.78
Single Female/Mother25,663 (26.5%)3.24
Total Families96,857 (100.0%)3.10

Median Household Size in Pulaski County

The median household size in Pulaski County is 2.33 persons per household, with single female/mother households (25,663 | 15.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.41 persons per household. non-family households (70,911 | 42.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Pulaski County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple64,731 (38.6%)3.09
Single Male/Father6,463 (3.8%)3.03
Single Female/Mother25,663 (15.3%)3.41
Non-family70,911 (42.3%)1.18
Total Households167,768 (100.0%)2.33

Household Size by Marriage Status in Pulaski County

Out of a total of 167,768 households in Pulaski County, 96,857 (57.7%) are family households, while 70,911 (42.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 46,102, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 60,922.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pulaski County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-60,922 (36.3%)
2-Person Households46,102 (27.5%)8,840 (5.3%)
3-Person Households24,003 (14.3%)737 (0.4%)
4-Person Households15,391 (9.2%)302 (0.2%)
5-Person Households7,574 (4.5%)103 (0.1%)
6-Person Households2,486 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,301 (0.8%)7 (0.0%)
Total96,857 (57.7%)70,911 (42.3%)

Female Fertility in Pulaski County

Fertility by Age in Pulaski County

Average fertility rate in Pulaski County is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years199 (4.0%)17.0
20 to 34 years3,706 (75.3%)86.0
35 to 50 years1,016 (20.6%)24.0
Total4,921 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pulaski County

63.8% of women with births (4,921) in Pulaski 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 23.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pulaski County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)199 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years2,357 (63.6%)1,349 (36.4%)
35 to 50 years782 (77.0%)234 (23.0%)
Total3,140 (63.8%)1,781 (36.2%)

Fertility by Education in Pulaski County

Average fertility rate in Pulaski County is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 75.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 31.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Pulaski County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School408 (8.3%)30.0
High School Diploma1,031 (20.9%)51.0
College or Associate's Degree1,550 (31.5%)52.0
Bachelor's Degree951 (19.3%)47.0
Graduate Degree981 (19.9%)75.0
Total4,921 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pulaski County

36.2% of women with births in Pulaski County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 96.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 77.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pulaski County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School93 (22.8%)315 (77.2%)
High School Diploma572 (55.5%)459 (44.5%)
College or Associate's Degree684 (44.1%)866 (55.9%)
Bachelor's Degree843 (88.6%)108 (11.4%)
Graduate Degree948 (96.6%)33 (3.4%)
Total3,140 (63.8%)1,781 (36.2%)

Income in Pulaski County

Income Overview in Pulaski County

Per Capita Income in Pulaski County is $39,146, while median incomes of families and households are $79,879 and $58,326 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income398,322$39,146
Median Family Income96,857$79,879
Mean Family Income96,857$115,101
Median Household Income167,768$58,326
Mean Household Income167,768$90,292
Income Deficit96,857$11,376
Wage / Income Gap (%)398,32217.51%
Wage / Income Gap ($)398,32282.49¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index398,3220.52

Earnings by Sex in Pulaski County

Average Earnings in Pulaski County are $39,785, $43,773 for men and $36,110 for women, a difference of 17.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Pulaski County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male101,359 (49.4%)$43,773
Female103,614 (50.5%)$36,110
Total204,973 (100.0%)$39,785

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pulaski County

The most common earnings brackets in Pulaski County are $100,000+ for men (16,476 | 16.3%) and $100,000+ for women (8,416 | 8.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pulaski County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,545 (3.5%)6,350 (6.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,368 (2.3%)3,116 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4993,186 (3.1%)3,291 (3.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,877 (1.8%)3,497 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4992,667 (2.6%)3,146 (3.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9992,422 (2.4%)3,426 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,620 (2.6%)3,157 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992,169 (2.1%)2,327 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,894 (2.9%)3,418 (3.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,962 (2.9%)3,892 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9996,809 (6.7%)6,529 (6.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9995,860 (5.8%)8,100 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9996,917 (6.8%)6,436 (6.2%)
$40,000 to $44,9995,492 (5.4%)6,641 (6.4%)
$45,000 to $49,9995,053 (5.0%)5,954 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9994,441 (4.4%)4,224 (4.1%)
$55,000 to $64,9997,725 (7.6%)7,285 (7.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9996,106 (6.0%)6,231 (6.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9999,770 (9.6%)8,178 (7.9%)
$100,000+16,476 (16.3%)8,416 (8.1%)
Total101,359 (100.0%)103,614 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pulaski County

Average earnings in Pulaski County are $49,323 for men and $40,441 for women, a difference of 18.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $87,275, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,894. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,751, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,247.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pulaski County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,894$17,247
High School Diploma$36,074$30,736
College or Associate's Degree$41,521$35,902
Bachelor's Degree$69,410$48,516
Graduate Degree$87,275$66,751
Total$49,323$40,441

Family Income in Pulaski County

Family Income Brackets in Pulaski County

According to the Pulaski County family income data, there are 16,853 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2,615 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Pulaski County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003,9714.1%
$10,000 to $14,9992,6152.7%
$15,000 to $24,9996,1026.3%
$25,000 to $34,9997,5557.8%
$35,000 to $49,99910,46110.8%
$50,000 to $74,99914,52915.0%
$75,000 to $99,99913,65714.1%
$100,000 to $149,99916,85317.4%
$150,000 to $199,9999,3959.7%
$200,000+11,72012.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pulaski County

4-person families (14,608 | 15.1%) account for the highest median family income in Pulaski County with $93,283 per family, while 2-person families (48,682 | 50.3%) have the highest median income of $37,485 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pulaski County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families48,682 (50.3%)$74,970
3-Person Families23,281 (24.0%)$81,384
4-Person Families14,608 (15.1%)$93,283
5-Person Families6,868 (7.1%)$91,382
6-Person Families2,446 (2.5%)$74,015
7+ Person Families972 (1.0%)$81,250
Total96,857 (100.0%)$79,879

Family Income by Number of Earners in Pulaski County

The median family income in Pulaski County is $79,879, with families comprising 3+ earners (7,377) having the highest median family income of $136,502, while families with no earners (16,057) have the lowest median family income of $41,051, accounting for 7.6% and 16.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pulaski County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners16,057 (16.6%)$41,051
1 Earner34,644 (35.8%)$53,580
2 Earners38,779 (40.0%)$110,332
3+ Earners7,377 (7.6%)$136,502
Total96,857 (100.0%)$79,879

Household Income in Pulaski County

Household Income Brackets in Pulaski County

With 27,011 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Pulaski County, accounting for 16.1% of all households. In contrast, only 7,550 households (4.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Pulaski County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00011,0736.6%
$10,000 to $14,9997,5504.5%
$15,000 to $24,99915,7709.4%
$25,000 to $34,99917,11210.2%
$35,000 to $49,99922,31313.3%
$50,000 to $74,99927,01116.1%
$75,000 to $99,99919,62911.7%
$100,000 to $149,99922,31313.3%
$150,000 to $199,99911,4086.8%
$200,000+13,4218.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Pulaski County

The median household income in Pulaski County is $58,326, with the highest median household income of $68,933 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 58,832 households (35.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,390, with 8,668 households (5.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Pulaski County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years8,668 (5.2%)$29,390
25 to 44 Years58,377 (34.8%)$60,464
45 to 64 Years58,832 (35.1%)$68,933
65+ Years41,891 (25.0%)$53,405
Total167,768 (100.0%)$58,326

Poverty in Pulaski County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pulaski County

With 15.2% poverty level for males and 17.8% for females among the residents of Pulaski County, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3,653 males (28.8%) and 2,511 females (34.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,653 (28.8%)3,355 (27.5%)
5 Years578 (27.1%)622 (25.9%)
6 to 11 Years4,190 (26.5%)3,728 (24.7%)
12 to 14 Years1,325 (16.8%)2,511 (34.9%)
15 Years417 (15.5%)641 (23.1%)
16 and 17 Years1,273 (26.0%)577 (12.5%)
18 to 24 Years3,047 (17.9%)5,057 (29.9%)
25 to 34 Years3,697 (13.7%)5,526 (18.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,653 (10.9%)4,460 (16.7%)
45 to 54 Years2,309 (10.4%)2,965 (12.0%)
55 to 64 Years3,180 (13.6%)3,997 (15.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,327 (7.6%)1,774 (8.3%)
75 Years and over656 (7.1%)1,250 (8.7%)
Total28,305 (15.2%)36,463 (17.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pulaski County

According to the poverty statistics in Pulaski County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.9% of males and 91.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9,013 (71.2%)8,866 (72.6%)
5 Years1,558 (72.9%)1,779 (74.1%)
6 to 11 Years11,596 (73.5%)11,380 (75.3%)
12 to 14 Years6,572 (83.2%)4,681 (65.1%)
15 Years2,264 (84.5%)2,139 (76.9%)
16 and 17 Years3,623 (74.0%)4,036 (87.5%)
18 to 24 Years13,931 (82.1%)11,829 (70.1%)
25 to 34 Years23,313 (86.3%)24,164 (81.4%)
35 to 44 Years21,787 (89.1%)22,208 (83.3%)
45 to 54 Years19,778 (89.5%)21,640 (87.9%)
55 to 64 Years20,197 (86.4%)22,501 (84.9%)
65 to 74 Years16,201 (92.4%)19,570 (91.7%)
75 Years and over8,579 (92.9%)13,186 (91.3%)
Total158,412 (84.8%)167,979 (82.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pulaski County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pulaski County show that 5.7% or 3,674 of the total 64,731 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 55.7%, comprising of 243 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.8%, which includes 1,478 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pulaski County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children37,728 (96.2%)1,478 (3.8%)
1 or 2 Children18,541 (94.5%)1,087 (5.5%)
3 or 4 Children4,595 (84.1%)866 (15.9%)
5 or more Children193 (44.3%)243 (55.7%)
Total61,057 (94.3%)3,674 (5.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pulaski County

According to the poverty data in Pulaski County, 15.9% or 1,028 single-father households and 27.8% or 7,139 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,014 households (65.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pulaski County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children271 (7.8%)877 (10.0%)
1 or 2 Children568 (22.9%)4,074 (30.2%)
3 or 4 Children134 (30.2%)2,014 (65.9%)
5 or more Children55 (100.0%)174 (49.0%)
Total1,028 (15.9%)7,139 (27.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pulaski County

The poverty data for Pulaski County shows that 3,674 of the married-couple family households (5.7%) and 8,167 of the single-parent households (25.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 243 households (55.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,148 household (61.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pulaski County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,478 (3.8%)1,148 (9.4%)
1 or 2 Children1,087 (5.5%)4,642 (29.1%)
3 or 4 Children866 (15.9%)2,148 (61.4%)
5 or more Children243 (55.7%)229 (55.8%)
Total3,674 (5.7%)8,167 (25.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Pulaski County

Employment by Class of Employer in Pulaski County

Among the 186,769 employed individuals in Pulaski County, private company employees (114,712 | 61.4%), state government employees (18,480 | 9.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (17,280 | 9.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Pulaski County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees114,71261.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)7,5074.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)9,0464.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations17,2809.2%
Local Government Employees10,0575.4%
State Government Employees18,4809.9%
Federal Government Employees9,3105.0%
Unpaid Family Workers3770.2%
Total186,769100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Pulaski County

According to the labor force statistics for Pulaski County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (316,156), 63.1% or 199,494 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 10,374 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.0% or 24,478 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.0% or 791 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6,085 (32.8%)791 (13.0%)
20 to 24 Years20,717 (77.5%)1,989 (9.6%)
25 to 29 Years24,478 (84.0%)1,346 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Years22,917 (81.0%)1,444 (6.3%)
35 to 44 Years42,849 (83.1%)2,014 (4.7%)
45 to 54 Years37,515 (79.6%)1,388 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years17,476 (68.5%)682 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years14,263 (57.4%)528 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years11,339 (28.8%)283 (2.5%)
75 Years and over1,801 (7.2%)59 (3.3%)
Total199,494 (63.1%)10,374 (5.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pulaski County

According to labor force statistics for Pulaski County, 77.3% of individuals (159,614) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (206,487) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 7,342 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 86.9% or 66,982 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.4% or 983 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pulaski County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School7,928 (52.1%)1,887 (12.4%)
High School Diploma35,059 (68.9%)3,358 (6.6%)
College / Associate Degree49,569 (78.3%)3,165 (5.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher66,982 (86.9%)1,850 (2.4%)
Total159,614 (77.3%)9,498 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Pulaski County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pulaski County are Community & Social Service (21,541 | 11.5%), Management (20,235 | 10.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (17,389 | 9.3%), Health Technologists (13,503 | 7.2%), and Business & Financial (11,486 | 6.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Pulaski County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pulaski County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (80.1%), Computers & Mathematics (70.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (67.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (74.4%), Health Technologists (70.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (70.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Pulaski County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management10,782 (53.3%)9,453 (46.7%)
Business & Financial4,892 (42.6%)6,594 (57.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7,310 (67.4%)3,541 (32.6%)
Computers & Mathematics3,622 (70.9%)1,487 (29.1%)
Architecture & Engineering2,643 (80.1%)656 (19.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,045 (42.8%)1,398 (57.2%)
Community & Social Service 7,576 (35.2%)13,965 (64.8%)
Education, Arts & Media1,653 (38.5%)2,638 (61.5%)
Legal Services & Support1,748 (50.6%)1,709 (49.4%)
Education Instruction & Library2,742 (25.6%)7,951 (74.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,433 (46.2%)1,667 (53.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5,220 (30.0%)12,169 (70.0%)
Health Technologists3,955 (29.3%)9,548 (70.7%)
Total (Category)35,780 (43.9%)45,722 (56.1%)
Total (Overall)92,231 (49.4%)94,390 (50.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Pulaski County are Food Preparation & Serving (9,479 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (6,348 | 3.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (6,203 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (3,990 | 2.1%), and Security & Protection (3,967 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Pulaski County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Pulaski County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (81.8%), Security & Protection (75.0%), and Law Enforcement (68.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.0%), Personal Care & Service (71.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Pulaski County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support763 (12.0%)5,585 (88.0%)
Security & Protection2,977 (75.0%)990 (25.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention1,632 (81.8%)363 (18.2%)
Law Enforcement1,345 (68.2%)627 (31.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving4,693 (49.5%)4,786 (50.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3,647 (58.8%)2,556 (41.2%)
Personal Care & Service1,141 (28.6%)2,849 (71.4%)
Total (Category)13,221 (44.1%)16,766 (55.9%)
Total (Overall)92,231 (49.4%)94,390 (50.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pulaski County are Office & Administration (22,335 | 12.0%), and Sales & Related (19,007 | 10.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Pulaski County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Pulaski County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related9,665 (50.8%)9,342 (49.1%)
Office & Administration5,031 (22.5%)17,304 (77.5%)
Total (Category)14,696 (35.5%)26,646 (64.4%)
Total (Overall)92,231 (49.4%)94,390 (50.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pulaski County are Construction & Extraction (7,507 | 4.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (4,211 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (276 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Pulaski County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Pulaski County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry262 (94.9%)14 (5.1%)
Construction & Extraction7,300 (97.2%)207 (2.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3,933 (93.4%)278 (6.6%)
Total (Category)11,495 (95.8%)499 (4.2%)
Total (Overall)92,231 (49.4%)94,390 (50.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pulaski County are Production (8,035 | 4.3%), Material Moving (6,966 | 3.7%), and Transportation (6,795 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Pulaski County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Pulaski County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production5,795 (72.1%)2,240 (27.9%)
Transportation5,851 (86.1%)944 (13.9%)
Material Moving5,393 (77.4%)1,573 (22.6%)
Total (Category)17,039 (78.2%)4,757 (21.8%)
Total (Overall)92,231 (49.4%)94,390 (50.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Pulaski County

Employment Industries in Pulaski County

The major employment industries in Pulaski County include Health Care & Social Assistance (34,640 | 18.6%), Retail Trade (21,220 | 11.4%), Educational Services (16,016 | 8.6%), Manufacturing (12,965 | 7.0%), and Public Administration (12,561 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Pulaski County

Employment Industries by Sex in Pulaski County

The Pulaski County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (93.2%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (91.4%), and Construction (86.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (74.2%), Educational Services (72.7%), and Finance & Insurance (61.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pulaski County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting505 (93.2%)37 (6.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction255 (91.4%)24 (8.6%)
Construction9,553 (86.3%)1,518 (13.7%)
Manufacturing9,525 (73.5%)3,440 (26.5%)
Wholesale Trade3,229 (70.4%)1,359 (29.6%)
Retail Trade11,854 (55.9%)9,366 (44.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing7,359 (77.9%)2,091 (22.1%)
Utilities959 (76.1%)301 (23.9%)
Information2,049 (54.5%)1,707 (45.5%)
Finance & Insurance4,219 (38.1%)6,853 (61.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1,213 (45.9%)1,432 (54.1%)
Professional & Scientific6,138 (51.9%)5,696 (48.1%)
Enterprise Management156 (78.0%)44 (22.0%)
Administrative & Support4,496 (55.8%)3,560 (44.2%)
Educational Services4,368 (27.3%)11,648 (72.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance8,947 (25.8%)25,693 (74.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,730 (58.2%)1,242 (41.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services5,918 (47.3%)6,585 (52.7%)
Public Administration5,919 (47.1%)6,642 (52.9%)
Total92,231 (49.4%)94,390 (50.6%)

Education in Pulaski County

School Enrollment in Pulaski County

The most common levels of schooling among the 93,777 students in Pulaski County are elementary school (19,695 | 21.0%), middle school (19,690 | 21.0%), and high school (19,511 | 20.8%).
School Enrollment in Pulaski County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6,6817.1%
Kindergarten5,3665.7%
Elementary School19,69521.0%
Middle School19,69021.0%
High School19,51120.8%
College / Undergraduate15,98217.0%
Graduate / Professional6,8527.3%
Total93,777100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pulaski County

Out of a total of 93,777 students who are enrolled in schools in Pulaski County, 17,724 (18.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 76,053 (81.1%) 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 1,724 (30.3% 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 19,595 (84.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pulaski County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3,956 (69.7%)1,724 (30.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old19,595 (84.6%)3,559 (15.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds19,832 (81.1%)4,629 (18.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds11,474 (80.7%)2,736 (19.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4,582 (82.6%)963 (17.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds6,224 (76.7%)1,895 (23.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5,774 (83.2%)1,166 (16.8%)
35 Years and over4,607 (81.3%)1,061 (18.7%)
Total76,053 (81.1%)17,724 (18.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pulaski County

Business (22,201 | 20.5%), education (12,326 | 11.4%), science & technology (12,217 | 11.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (9,201 | 8.5%), and arts & humanities (7,027 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 108,182 individuals in Pulaski County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pulaski County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics4,5034.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9,2018.5%
Physical & Health Sciences4,2413.9%
Psychology5,2194.8%
Social Sciences6,9326.4%
Engineering4,6154.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies9130.8%
Science & Technology12,21711.3%
Business22,20120.5%
Education12,32611.4%
Literature & Languages4,5484.2%
Liberal Arts & History6,2885.8%
Visual & Performing Arts3,6123.3%
Communications4,3394.0%
Arts & Humanities7,0276.5%
Total108,182100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Pulaski County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pulaski County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pulaski County are males with 2 vehicles (42,355, accounting for 45.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (37,457, making up 45.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pulaski County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,064 (2.2%)2,680 (2.9%)
1 Vehicle19,720 (21.3%)28,392 (30.5%)
2 Vehicles42,355 (45.9%)37,457 (40.3%)
3 Vehicles19,544 (21.2%)16,580 (17.8%)
4 Vehicles6,538 (7.1%)6,023 (6.5%)
5 or more Vehicles2,131 (2.3%)1,810 (1.9%)
Total92,352 (100.0%)92,942 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Pulaski County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pulaski County are 15 to 19 minutes (37,874 commuters, 22.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (31,311 commuters, 18.3%), and 10 to 14 minutes (29,788 commuters, 17.4%).
Commute Time in Pulaski County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4,8712.9%
5 to 9 Minutes18,20610.7%
10 to 14 Minutes29,78817.4%
15 to 19 Minutes37,87422.2%
20 to 24 Minutes31,31118.3%
25 to 29 Minutes11,4326.7%
30 to 34 Minutes22,06912.9%
35 to 39 Minutes2,5881.5%
40 to 44 Minutes2,2701.3%
45 to 59 Minutes4,6982.8%
60 to 89 Minutes3,5082.1%
90 or more Minutes2,1871.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Pulaski County

The most common commute times in Pulaski County are 15 to 19 minutes (19,382 commuters, 22.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (18,492 commuters, 22.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Pulaski County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2,664 (3.1%)2,207 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes8,564 (9.9%)9,642 (11.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes14,377 (16.6%)15,411 (18.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes19,382 (22.4%)18,492 (22.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes15,119 (17.5%)16,192 (19.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes6,196 (7.2%)5,236 (6.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes11,481 (13.3%)10,588 (12.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,590 (1.8%)998 (1.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes1,101 (1.3%)1,169 (1.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes2,292 (2.6%)2,406 (2.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes2,234 (2.6%)1,274 (1.5%)
90 or more Minutes1,562 (1.8%)625 (0.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pulaski County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Pulaski County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (14,098, 16.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (16,991, 20.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pulaski County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3,683 (4.3%)2,363 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM2,271 (2.6%)1,389 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM4,329 (5.0%)2,025 (2.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM8,217 (9.5%)5,295 (6.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM9,542 (11.0%)7,935 (9.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM14,098 (16.3%)15,794 (18.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM13,202 (15.2%)16,991 (20.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM10,547 (12.2%)10,042 (11.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3,457 (4.0%)5,052 (6.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM4,491 (5.2%)5,508 (6.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,410 (1.6%)2,626 (3.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,025 (1.2%)769 (0.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM5,153 (5.9%)3,682 (4.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM5,137 (5.9%)4,769 (5.7%)
Total86,562 (100.0%)84,240 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Pulaski County

Occupancy by Ownership in Pulaski County

Of the total 167,768 dwellings in Pulaski County, owner-occupied units account for 97,554 (58.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 70,214 (41.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Pulaski County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units97,55458.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units70,21441.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units167,768100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Pulaski County

Occupancy by Household Size in Pulaski County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household60,92236.3%
2-Person Household54,94232.8%
3-Person Household24,74014.7%
4+ Person Household27,16416.2%
Total Housing Units167,768100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pulaski County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pulaski County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household27,554 (45.2%)33,368 (54.8%)
2-Person Household36,753 (66.9%)18,189 (33.1%)
3-Person Household15,141 (61.2%)9,599 (38.8%)
4+ Person Household18,106 (66.6%)9,058 (33.4%)
Total Housing Units97,554 (58.2%)70,214 (41.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pulaski County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pulaski County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4,802 (44.4%)6,024 (55.6%)
High School Diploma19,110 (49.6%)19,437 (50.4%)
College/Associate Degree27,700 (52.5%)25,027 (47.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher45,942 (70.0%)19,726 (30.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pulaski County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pulaski County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years38,10722.7%
35 to 44 Years28,93817.2%
45 to 54 Years27,72216.5%
55 to 64 Years31,11018.5%
65 to 74 Years25,57815.2%
75 to 84 Years10,9296.5%
85 Years and Over5,3843.2%
Total167,768100.0%

Housing Finances in Pulaski County

Median Income by Occupancy in Pulaski County

Median Income by Occupancy in Pulaski County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied97,554 (58.2%)$82,568
Renter-Occupied70,214 (41.8%)$37,457
Average167,768 (100.0%)$58,326

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pulaski County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pulaski County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002,063 (2.1%)5,461 (7.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999910 (0.9%)2,667 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9992,392 (2.5%)5,172 (7.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9992,852 (2.9%)4,568 (6.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9993,257 (3.3%)5,044 (7.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9997,304 (7.5%)9,875 (14.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99910,397 (10.7%)11,894 (16.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99914,802 (15.2%)12,144 (17.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99913,560 (13.9%)6,147 (8.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99917,450 (17.9%)4,907 (7.0%)
$150,000 or more22,567 (23.1%)2,335 (3.3%)
Total97,554 (100.0%)70,214 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pulaski County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pulaski County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3006,312 (6.5%)1,984 (2.8%)
$300 to $49913,776 (14.1%)2,887 (4.1%)
$500 to $79916,327 (16.7%)13,575 (19.3%)
$800 to $99910,603 (10.9%)16,436 (23.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49923,246 (23.8%)24,959 (35.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99912,194 (12.5%)5,319 (7.6%)
$2,000 to $2,4996,970 (7.1%)1,119 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $2,9993,368 (3.5%)271 (0.4%)
$3,000 or more4,758 (4.9%)535 (0.8%)
Total97,554 (100.0%)70,214 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Pulaski County

Housing Structures in Pulaski County

Housing Structures in Pulaski County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached112,24266.9%
Single Unit, Attached3,3422.0%
2 Unit Apartments4,8192.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6,4653.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9,8415.9%
10 or more Apartments23,63014.1%
Mobile Home / Other7,4294.4%
Total167,768100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pulaski County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pulaski County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached89,982 (80.2%)22,260 (19.8%)
Single Unit, Attached1,382 (41.3%)1,960 (58.7%)
2 Unit Apartments166 (3.4%)4,653 (96.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments307 (4.8%)6,158 (95.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments404 (4.1%)9,437 (95.9%)
10 or more Apartments855 (3.6%)22,775 (96.4%)
Mobile Home / Other4,458 (60.0%)2,971 (40.0%)
Total97,554 (58.2%)70,214 (41.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pulaski County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pulaski County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room181 (0.2%)3,514 (5.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms1,573 (1.6%)17,428 (24.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms27,760 (28.5%)33,438 (47.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms39,217 (40.2%)13,792 (19.6%)
8 or more Rooms28,823 (29.5%)2,042 (2.9%)
Total97,554 (100.0%)70,214 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pulaski County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pulaski County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas62,642 (64.2%)20,943 (29.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2,245 (2.3%)1,044 (1.5%)
Electricity31,816 (32.6%)47,230 (67.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene7 (0.0%)93 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels573 (0.6%)95 (0.1%)
No Fuel Used271 (0.3%)809 (1.1%)
Total97,554 (100.0%)70,214 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Pulaski County

Household Vehicle Usage in Pulaski County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2,690 (2.8%)9,761 (13.9%)
1 Vehicle28,230 (28.9%)37,078 (52.8%)
2 Vehicles42,800 (43.9%)17,883 (25.5%)
3 or more Vehicles23,834 (24.4%)5,492 (7.8%)
Total97,554 (100.0%)70,214 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Pulaski County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pulaski County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units36,83460,720
Median Property Value$168,700$199,100
Median Household Income$62,071$16,668
Monthly Housing Costs$484$4,709
Real Estate Taxes$1,306$3,137

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pulaski County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pulaski County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004,926 (13.4%)1,809 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9995,761 (15.6%)7,066 (11.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99918,620 (50.5%)36,009 (59.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9994,859 (13.2%)10,678 (17.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,456 (4.0%)3,376 (5.6%)
$750,000 to $999,999485 (1.3%)940 (1.5%)
$1,000,000 or more727 (2.0%)842 (1.4%)
Total36,834 (100.0%)60,720 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pulaski County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pulaski County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,589 (4.3%)952 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $24,9994,813 (13.1%)1,384 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9994,314 (11.7%)3,688 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,700 (12.8%)2,990 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,784 (15.7%)5,697 (9.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,343 (11.8%)9,018 (14.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9995,392 (14.6%)9,217 (15.2%)
$150,000 or more5,899 (16.0%)12,058 (19.9%)
Total36,834 (100.0%)60,720 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pulaski County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pulaski County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x14,695 (39.9%)94,040 (154.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x6,690 (18.2%)28,577 (47.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x4,755 (12.9%)14,432 (23.8%)
4.0x or more10,231 (27.8%)6,348 (10.4%)
Total36,834 (100.0%)60,720 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pulaski County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pulaski County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80012,428 (33.7%)447 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,4996,070 (16.5%)12,061 (19.9%)
$800 to $1,49915,100 (41.0%)14,666 (24.1%)
Total36,834 (100.0%)60,720 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Pulaski County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pulaski County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years28,440 (95.5%)1,345 (4.5%)
6 to 18 Years62,831 (94.6%)3,624 (5.4%)
19 to 25 Years28,379 (81.8%)6,310 (18.2%)
26 to 34 Years42,502 (83.5%)8,407 (16.5%)
35 to 44 Years44,396 (87.7%)6,242 (12.3%)
45 to 54 Years41,718 (89.4%)4,939 (10.6%)
55 to 64 Years46,731 (93.7%)3,122 (6.3%)
65 to 74 Years38,434 (98.9%)438 (1.1%)
75 Years and older23,636 (99.9%)35 (0.2%)
Total357,067 (91.2%)34,462 (8.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pulaski County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pulaski County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born28,440 (95.5%)1,345 (4.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen62,831 (94.6%)3,624 (5.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen28,379 (81.8%)6,310 (18.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pulaski County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pulaski County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00055,086 (88.3%)7,285 (11.7%)
$25,000 to $49,99967,675 (86.2%)10,815 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99955,125 (90.4%)5,831 (9.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99944,698 (91.4%)4,211 (8.6%)
$100,000 and over132,444 (95.7%)6,012 (4.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pulaski County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 616,012 (53.8%)13,365 (44.9%)
6 to 18 Years32,357 (48.7%)32,842 (49.4%)
19 to 25 Years7,793 (22.5%)21,769 (62.7%)
25 to 34 Years11,290 (22.2%)32,942 (64.7%)
35 to 44 Years9,935 (19.6%)36,769 (72.6%)
45 to 54 Years9,346 (20.0%)34,512 (74.0%)
55 to 64 Years14,569 (29.2%)36,414 (73.0%)
65 to 74 Years36,688 (94.4%)23,015 (59.2%)
75 Years and over23,422 (99.0%)14,756 (62.3%)
Total161,412 (41.2%)246,384 (62.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pulaski County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pulaski County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years113 (0.9%)38 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years3,192 (9.4%)1,771 (5.4%)
18 to 34 Years3,998 (9.3%)5,031 (10.7%)
35 to 64 Years11,182 (16.1%)13,163 (16.9%)
65 to 74 Years5,822 (33.2%)4,887 (22.9%)
75 Years and over4,252 (46.0%)7,821 (54.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pulaski County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Pulaski County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years105 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years185 (0.5%)141 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years546 (1.3%)550 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years3,072 (4.4%)1,831 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years2,515 (14.3%)1,003 (4.7%)
75 Years and over2,469 (26.7%)2,741 (19.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Pulaski County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years37 (0.3%)38 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years548 (1.6%)301 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years509 (1.2%)803 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,121 (3.0%)3,160 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,159 (6.6%)828 (3.9%)
75 Years and over848 (9.2%)1,388 (9.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Pulaski County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2,738 (8.1%)1,295 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years2,410 (5.6%)3,159 (6.7%)
35 to 64 Years4,779 (6.9%)5,440 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,335 (7.6%)814 (3.8%)
75 Years and over1,076 (11.7%)2,424 (16.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Pulaski County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years123 (0.4%)139 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,205 (2.8%)1,111 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years6,038 (8.7%)7,350 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years3,225 (18.4%)3,468 (16.3%)
75 Years and over2,605 (28.2%)5,537 (38.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Pulaski County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years339 (1.0%)186 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years803 (1.9%)477 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years2,343 (3.4%)2,467 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years857 (4.9%)897 (4.2%)
75 Years and over902 (9.8%)1,924 (13.3%)

Technology Access in Pulaski County

Computing Device Access in Pulaski County

Computing Device Access in Pulaski County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop124,71774.3%
Smartphone149,13888.9%
Tablet97,00557.8%
No Computing Device11,0066.6%
Total167,768100.0%

Internet Access in Pulaski County

Internet Access in Pulaski County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet2600.2%
Broadband Home113,69867.8%
Cellular Data Only23,65214.1%
Satellite Internet11,5406.9%
No Internet23,94814.3%
Total167,768100.0%

Pulaski County Summary

Pulaski County, Arkansas is located in the central part of the state and is the most populous county in the state. It is bordered by Faulkner County to the north, Lonoke County to the east, Grant County to the south, and Perry County to the west. The county seat is Little Rock, the state capital.

History

Pulaski County was established in 1818 and named after Kazimierz Pułaski, a Polish-born Revolutionary War hero. The county was originally part of Arkansas Territory, which was created in 1819. The county was initially divided into two parts, with the western part becoming Conway County in 1825.
In the early 19th century, the county was home to several Native American tribes, including the Quapaw, Osage, and Caddo. The first settlers in the area were French trappers and traders, who were followed by American settlers in the 1820s.
The county was the site of several Civil War battles, including the Battle of Little Rock in 1863. After the war, the county experienced a period of economic growth, with the development of railroads and the establishment of several industries.

Geography

Pulaski County covers an area of 841 square miles and is located in the Ouachita Mountains region of Arkansas. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and western parts. The Arkansas River forms the eastern border of the county.
The county is home to several state parks, including Pinnacle Mountain State Park, which is located in the western part of the county. The park features hiking trails, camping sites, and a variety of wildlife.

Economy

The economy of Pulaski County is largely based on government, healthcare, and education. The county is home to several major employers, including the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, the Little Rock Air Force Base, and the Arkansas Department of Human Services.
The county is also home to several major corporations, including Dillard’s, Windstream Communications, and Acxiom Corporation. The county’s largest employer is the Little Rock School District, which employs over 10,000 people.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Pulaski County had a population of 381,748. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 25.3% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median household income in the county was $45,890, and the median family income was $54,817. The per capita income was $25,845. About 15.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Pulaski County is a diverse and vibrant county with a rich history and a strong economy. It is home to a variety of industries, educational institutions, and recreational opportunities. The county is a great place to live, work, and play.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Pulaski County?
Total Population of Pulaski County is 398,322.
What is the Total Male Population of Pulaski County?
Total Male Population of Pulaski County is 190,970.
What is the Total Female Population of Pulaski County?
Total Female Population of Pulaski County is 207,352.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pulaski County?
There are 92.10 Males per 100 Females in Pulaski County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pulaski County?
There are 108.58 Females per 100 Males in Pulaski County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pulaski County?
Median Population Age in Pulaski County is 37.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pulaski County
Average Family Size in Pulaski County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pulaski County
Average Household Size in Pulaski County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pulaski County?
Per Capita income in Pulaski County is $39,146.
What is the Median Family Income in Pulaski County?
Median Family Income in Pulaski County is $79,879.
What is the Median Household income in Pulaski County?
Median Household Income in Pulaski County is $58,326.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pulaski County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pulaski County is 17.5%.
Women in Pulaski County earn 82.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pulaski County?
Family Income Deficit in Pulaski County is $11,376.
Families that are below poverty line in Pulaski County earn $11,376 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pulaski County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pulaski County is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pulaski County?
There are 199,494 People in the Labor Forcein in Pulaski County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pulaski County?
63.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Pulaski County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pulaski County?
Unemployment Rate in Pulaski County is 5.2%.