Blue Ridge, GA

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Blue Ridge Overview

1,366
TOTAL POPULATION
683
MALE POPULATION
683
FEMALE POPULATION
100.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,530
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,583
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,659
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$5,786
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
442
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
39.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Blue Ridge Zip Codes

Blue Ridge Area Codes

Race in Blue Ridge

The most populous races in Blue Ridge are White / Caucasian (1,300 | 95.2%), Hispanic or Latino (40 | 2.9%), and Black / African American (34 | 2.5%).
Race in Blue Ridge
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American342.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino402.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,30095.2%
Two or more Races161.2%
Some other Race161.2%
Total1,366100.0%

Ancestry in Blue Ridge

The most populous ancestries reported in Blue Ridge are English (155 | 11.4%), German (140 | 10.2%), American (115 | 8.4%), Irish (114 | 8.4%), and French (66 | 4.8%), together accounting for 43.2% of all Blue Ridge residents.
Ancestry in Blue Ridge
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1158.4%
Central American90.7%
Cherokee120.9%
Dutch211.5%
English15511.4%
European120.9%
French664.8%
German14010.2%
Guatemalan90.7%
Irish1148.4%
Italian493.6%
Mexican292.1%
Norwegian40.3%
Portuguese40.3%
Scotch-Irish110.8%
Scottish473.4%
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Immigrants in Blue Ridge

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Blue Ridge came from Central America (18 | 1.3%), Latin America (18 | 1.3%), Guatemala (12 | 0.9%), Eastern Europe (6 | 0.4%), and Europe (6 | 0.4%), together accounting for 4.4% of all Blue Ridge residents.
Immigrants in Blue Ridge
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada30.2%
Central America181.3%
Eastern Europe60.4%
Europe60.4%
Guatemala120.9%
Honduras10.1%
Latin America181.3%
Mexico50.4%
Russia60.4%
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Sex and Age in Blue Ridge

Sex and Age in Blue Ridge

The most populous age groups in Blue Ridge are 30 to 34 Years (70 | 10.2%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (90 | 13.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Blue Ridge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (6.3%)28 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years57 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years26 (3.8%)70 (10.2%)
15 to 19 Years18 (2.6%)6 (0.9%)
20 to 24 Years50 (7.3%)29 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Years47 (6.9%)48 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Years70 (10.2%)48 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years32 (4.7%)9 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Years42 (6.1%)41 (6.0%)
45 to 49 Years64 (9.4%)17 (2.5%)
50 to 54 Years28 (4.1%)44 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years26 (3.8%)25 (3.7%)
60 to 64 Years51 (7.5%)31 (4.5%)
65 to 69 Years5 (0.7%)49 (7.2%)
70 to 74 Years26 (3.8%)90 (13.2%)
75 to 79 Years43 (6.3%)69 (10.1%)
80 to 84 Years19 (2.8%)28 (4.1%)
85 Years and over36 (5.3%)51 (7.5%)
Total683 (100.0%)683 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Blue Ridge

Median Family Size in Blue Ridge

The median family size in Blue Ridge is 2.69 persons per family, with single female/mother families (62 | 19.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (30 | 9.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.40 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Blue Ridge
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple225 (71.0%)2.62
Single Male/Father30 (9.5%)2.40
Single Female/Mother62 (19.6%)3.08
Total Families317 (100.0%)2.69

Median Household Size in Blue Ridge

The median household size in Blue Ridge is 1.99 persons per household, with single female/mother households (62 | 10.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.65 persons per household. non-family households (299 | 48.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Blue Ridge
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple225 (36.5%)2.64
Single Male/Father30 (4.9%)2.40
Single Female/Mother62 (10.1%)3.65
Non-family299 (48.5%)1.12
Total Households616 (100.0%)1.99

Household Size by Marriage Status in Blue Ridge

Out of a total of 616 households in Blue Ridge, 317 (51.5%) are family households, while 299 (48.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 126, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 268.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Blue Ridge
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-268 (43.5%)
2-Person Households126 (20.4%)31 (5.0%)
3-Person Households90 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households83 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households18 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total317 (51.5%)299 (48.5%)

Female Fertility in Blue Ridge

Fertility by Age in Blue Ridge

Average fertility rate in Blue Ridge is 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Blue Ridge
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years3 (100.0%)24.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total3 (100.0%)15.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blue Ridge

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blue Ridge
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Blue Ridge

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Blue Ridge
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School3 (100.0%)75.0
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
Total3 (100.0%)15.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blue Ridge

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blue Ridge
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School3 (100.0%)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%)
Total3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Blue Ridge

Income Overview in Blue Ridge

Per Capita Income in Blue Ridge is $23,530, while median incomes of families and households are $53,583 and $34,659 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,366$23,530
Median Family Income317$53,583
Mean Family Income317$63,844
Median Household Income616$34,659
Mean Household Income616$50,632
Income Deficit317$5,786
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,36625.72%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,36674.28¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3660.45

Earnings by Sex in Blue Ridge

Average Earnings in Blue Ridge are $27,404, $32,841 for men and $24,393 for women, a difference of 25.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Blue Ridge
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male301 (57.4%)$32,841
Female223 (42.6%)$24,393
Total524 (100.0%)$27,404

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blue Ridge

The most common earnings brackets in Blue Ridge are $100,000+ for men (47 | 15.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (37 | 16.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blue Ridge
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less9 (3.0%)6 (2.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9993 (1.0%)23 (10.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49915 (5.0%)26 (11.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49944 (14.6%)5 (2.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49922 (7.3%)5 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (2.7%)4 (1.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (2.3%)16 (7.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)35 (15.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99922 (7.3%)37 (16.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99921 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (3.6%)5 (2.2%)
$40,000 to $44,9992 (0.7%)6 (2.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (1.7%)25 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99930 (10.0%)7 (3.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99923 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99912 (4.0%)3 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (3.6%)10 (4.5%)
$100,000+47 (15.6%)10 (4.5%)
Total301 (100.0%)223 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blue Ridge

Average earnings in Blue Ridge are $39,205 for men and $24,861 for women, a difference of 36.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $100,658, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $26,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,944, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,625.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blue Ridge
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$26,250$0
College or Associate's Degree$35,000$23,889
Bachelor's Degree$100,658$46,944
Graduate Degree$75,714$0
Total$39,205$24,861

Family Income in Blue Ridge

Family Income Brackets in Blue Ridge

According to the Blue Ridge family income data, there are 80 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Blue Ridge
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00041.3%
$10,000 to $14,999165.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994614.5%
$25,000 to $34,9996520.5%
$35,000 to $49,999144.4%
$50,000 to $74,9998025.2%
$75,000 to $99,999216.6%
$100,000 to $149,9995818.3%
$150,000 to $199,99992.8%
$200,000+41.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blue Ridge

2-person families (148 | 46.7%) account for the highest median family income in Blue Ridge with $63,224 per family, while 2-person families (148 | 46.7%) have the highest median income of $31,612 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blue Ridge
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families148 (46.7%)$63,224
3-Person Families75 (23.7%)$0
4-Person Families76 (24.0%)$0
5-Person Families18 (5.7%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total317 (100.0%)$53,583

Family Income by Number of Earners in Blue Ridge

Family Income by Number of Earners in Blue Ridge
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners81 (25.6%)$51,250
1 Earner124 (39.1%)$30,667
2 Earners112 (35.3%)$57,361
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total317 (100.0%)$53,583

Household Income in Blue Ridge

Household Income Brackets in Blue Ridge

With 133 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Blue Ridge, accounting for 21.6% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Blue Ridge
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000315.0%
$10,000 to $14,9998013.0%
$15,000 to $24,99911218.2%
$25,000 to $34,9998814.3%
$35,000 to $49,999518.3%
$50,000 to $74,99913321.6%
$75,000 to $99,999284.5%
$100,000 to $149,9997812.7%
$150,000 to $199,999111.8%
$200,000+40.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Blue Ridge

The median household income in Blue Ridge is $34,659, with the highest median household income of $54,083 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 193 households (31.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $2,499, with 17 households (2.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Blue Ridge
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years17 (2.8%)$2,499
25 to 44 Years193 (31.3%)$54,083
45 to 64 Years147 (23.9%)$29,125
65+ Years259 (42.0%)$32,422
Total616 (100.0%)$34,659

Poverty in Blue Ridge

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blue Ridge

With 22.2% poverty level for males and 32.6% for females among the residents of Blue Ridge, 5 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 44 females (84.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blue Ridge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (11.6%)16 (57.1%)
5 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years20 (35.1%)41 (58.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (26.3%)12 (40.0%)
25 to 34 Years45 (45.5%)27 (31.4%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)17 (34.0%)
45 to 54 Years16 (19.3%)12 (20.7%)
55 to 64 Years18 (24.7%)44 (84.6%)
65 to 74 Years3 (14.3%)12 (8.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (22.8%)
Total130 (22.2%)209 (32.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blue Ridge

According to the poverty statistics in Blue Ridge, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 Blue Ridge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (88.4%)12 (42.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years37 (64.9%)29 (41.4%)
12 to 14 Years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years28 (73.7%)18 (60.0%)
25 to 34 Years54 (54.5%)59 (68.6%)
35 to 44 Years74 (100.0%)33 (66.0%)
45 to 54 Years67 (80.7%)46 (79.3%)
55 to 64 Years55 (75.3%)8 (15.4%)
65 to 74 Years18 (85.7%)127 (91.4%)
75 Years and over55 (100.0%)95 (77.2%)
Total456 (77.8%)432 (67.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blue Ridge

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Blue Ridge show that 15.6% or 35 of the total 225 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 20.9%, comprising of 31 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 Blue Ridge
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children117 (79.0%)31 (20.9%)
1 or 2 Children55 (93.2%)4 (6.8%)
3 or 4 Children18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (84.4%)35 (15.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blue Ridge

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blue Ridge
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)2 (18.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)19 (54.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)37 (59.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blue Ridge

The poverty data for Blue Ridge shows that 35 of the married-couple family households (15.6%) and 37 of the single-parent households (40.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (20.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blue Ridge
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children31 (20.9%)2 (9.5%)
1 or 2 Children4 (6.8%)19 (34.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (15.6%)37 (40.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Blue Ridge

Employment by Class of Employer in Blue Ridge

Among the 422 employed individuals in Blue Ridge, private company employees (303 | 71.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (37 | 8.8%), and federal government employees (33 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Blue Ridge
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees30371.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)225.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)378.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees143.3%
State Government Employees133.1%
Federal Government Employees337.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total422100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Blue Ridge

According to the labor force statistics for Blue Ridge, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,134), 39.0% or 442 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.9% or 4 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 81.1% or 77 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Blue Ridge
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years49 (62.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years77 (81.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years76 (64.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years86 (69.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years86 (56.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years36 (43.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (3.3%)4 (50.0%)
Total442 (39.0%)4 (0.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blue Ridge

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blue Ridge
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School88 (50.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma87 (47.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree116 (63.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher70 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total361 (57.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Blue Ridge

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blue Ridge are Health Diagnosing & Treating (42 | 9.6%), Health Technologists (30 | 6.9%), Community & Social Service (21 | 4.8%), Management (19 | 4.3%), and Business & Financial (19 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Blue Ridge

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blue Ridge, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Business & Financial (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Blue Ridge
OccupationMaleFemale
Management19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 12 (57.1%)9 (42.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (66.7%)6 (33.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total (Category)55 (51.9%)51 (48.1%)
Total (Overall)261 (59.6%)177 (40.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Blue Ridge are Food Preparation & Serving (69 | 15.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (16 | 3.6%).
Services Occupations in Blue Ridge

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Blue Ridge
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)49 (57.7%)36 (42.3%)
Total (Overall)261 (59.6%)177 (40.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Blue Ridge are Sales & Related (47 | 10.7%), and Office & Administration (46 | 10.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Blue Ridge

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Blue Ridge
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related13 (27.7%)34 (72.3%)
Office & Administration11 (23.9%)35 (76.1%)
Total (Category)24 (25.8%)69 (74.2%)
Total (Overall)261 (59.6%)177 (40.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Blue Ridge are Construction & Extraction (45 | 10.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Blue Ridge

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Blue Ridge
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)261 (59.6%)177 (40.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Blue Ridge are Production (54 | 12.3%), Material Moving (33 | 7.5%), and Transportation (17 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Blue Ridge

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Blue Ridge
OccupationMaleFemale
Production33 (61.1%)21 (38.9%)
Transportation17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)83 (79.8%)21 (20.2%)
Total (Overall)261 (59.6%)177 (40.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Blue Ridge

Employment Industries in Blue Ridge

The major employment industries in Blue Ridge include Accommodation & Food Services (78 | 17.8%), Manufacturing (70 | 16.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (52 | 11.9%), Construction (50 | 11.4%), and Retail Trade (47 | 10.7%).
Employment Industries in Blue Ridge

Employment Industries by Sex in Blue Ridge

The Blue Ridge industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Blue Ridge
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing46 (65.7%)24 (34.3%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade23 (48.9%)24 (51.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing12 (42.9%)16 (57.1%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services58 (74.4%)20 (25.6%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total261 (59.6%)177 (40.4%)

Education in Blue Ridge

School Enrollment in Blue Ridge

The most common levels of schooling among the 180 students in Blue Ridge are middle school (94 | 52.2%), elementary school (33 | 18.3%), and high school (28 | 15.6%).
School Enrollment in Blue Ridge
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten1910.6%
Elementary School3318.3%
Middle School9452.2%
High School2815.6%
College / Undergraduate63.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total180100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blue Ridge

Out of a total of 180 students who are enrolled in schools in Blue Ridge, 8 (4.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 172 (95.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (22.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 96 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blue Ridge
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old49 (94.2%)3 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds17 (77.3%)5 (22.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total172 (95.6%)8 (4.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blue Ridge

Business (43 | 20.6%), education (39 | 18.7%), computers & mathematics (36 | 17.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (24 | 11.5%), and arts & humanities (24 | 11.5%) are the most common fields of study among 209 individuals in Blue Ridge who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blue Ridge
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3617.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2411.5%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology21.0%
Social Sciences73.4%
Engineering2110.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology115.3%
Business4320.6%
Education3918.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History21.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities2411.5%
Total209100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Blue Ridge

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blue Ridge

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Blue Ridge are males with 2 vehicles (68, accounting for 26.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (44, making up 41.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blue Ridge
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle30 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle63 (24.4%)48 (29.3%)
2 Vehicles68 (26.4%)44 (26.8%)
3 Vehicles64 (24.8%)51 (31.1%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)6 (3.7%)
5 or more Vehicles33 (12.8%)15 (9.1%)
Total258 (100.0%)164 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Blue Ridge

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Blue Ridge are 5 to 9 minutes (108 commuters, 26.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (101 commuters, 25.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (43 commuters, 10.6%).
Commute Time in Blue Ridge
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes399.7%
5 to 9 Minutes10826.7%
10 to 14 Minutes368.9%
15 to 19 Minutes10125.0%
20 to 24 Minutes153.7%
25 to 29 Minutes286.9%
30 to 34 Minutes4310.6%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes82.0%
45 to 59 Minutes41.0%
60 to 89 Minutes82.0%
90 or more Minutes143.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Blue Ridge

The most common commute times in Blue Ridge are 5 to 9 minutes (64 commuters, 25.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (54 commuters, 35.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Blue Ridge
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes20 (7.9%)19 (12.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes64 (25.3%)44 (29.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes26 (10.3%)10 (6.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes47 (18.6%)54 (35.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes4 (1.6%)11 (7.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes25 (9.9%)3 (2.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes38 (15.0%)5 (3.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes8 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes4 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes8 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes9 (3.6%)5 (3.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blue Ridge

The most frequent times of departure to work in Blue Ridge are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (44, 17.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (39, 25.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blue Ridge
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM27 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM20 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4 (1.6%)3 (2.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM44 (17.4%)11 (7.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM38 (15.0%)39 (25.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM22 (8.7%)6 (4.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM17 (6.7%)7 (4.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM4 (1.6%)18 (11.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)28 (18.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (3.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM42 (16.6%)3 (2.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM34 (13.4%)31 (20.5%)
Total253 (100.0%)151 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Blue Ridge

Occupancy by Ownership in Blue Ridge

Of the total 616 dwellings in Blue Ridge, owner-occupied units account for 304 (49.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 312 (50.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Blue Ridge
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units30449.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units31250.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units616100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Blue Ridge

Occupancy by Household Size in Blue Ridge
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26843.5%
2-Person Household15725.5%
3-Person Household9014.6%
4+ Person Household10116.4%
Total Housing Units616100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blue Ridge

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blue Ridge
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household129 (48.1%)139 (51.9%)
2-Person Household123 (78.3%)34 (21.7%)
3-Person Household37 (41.1%)53 (58.9%)
4+ Person Household15 (14.8%)86 (85.2%)
Total Housing Units304 (49.3%)312 (50.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blue Ridge

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blue Ridge
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School82 (67.2%)40 (32.8%)
High School Diploma96 (45.3%)116 (54.7%)
College/Associate Degree73 (37.6%)121 (62.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (60.2%)35 (39.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blue Ridge

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blue Ridge
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years12320.0%
35 to 44 Years8714.1%
45 to 54 Years7712.5%
55 to 64 Years7011.4%
65 to 74 Years10917.7%
75 to 84 Years10817.5%
85 Years and Over426.8%
Total616100.0%

Housing Finances in Blue Ridge

Median Income by Occupancy in Blue Ridge

Median Income by Occupancy in Blue Ridge
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied304 (49.3%)$50,278
Renter-Occupied312 (50.6%)$27,250
Average616 (100.0%)$34,659

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blue Ridge

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blue Ridge
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00019 (6.2%)12 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99936 (11.8%)44 (14.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (1.6%)41 (13.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99925 (8.2%)41 (13.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (8.6%)62 (19.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99939 (12.8%)12 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99980 (26.3%)53 (17.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (4.9%)13 (4.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99944 (14.5%)34 (10.9%)
$150,000 or more15 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total304 (100.0%)312 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blue Ridge

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blue Ridge
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30023 (7.6%)46 (14.7%)
$300 to $499102 (33.6%)29 (9.3%)
$500 to $79942 (13.8%)78 (25.0%)
$800 to $99940 (13.2%)69 (22.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49941 (13.5%)64 (20.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99947 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4995 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9994 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)22 (7.0%)
Total304 (100.0%)312 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Blue Ridge

Housing Structures in Blue Ridge

Housing Structures in Blue Ridge
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached32051.9%
Single Unit, Attached619.9%
2 Unit Apartments6610.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments579.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments132.1%
Mobile Home / Other9916.1%
Total616100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blue Ridge

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blue Ridge
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached242 (75.6%)78 (24.4%)
Single Unit, Attached14 (23.0%)47 (77.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
Mobile Home / Other44 (44.4%)55 (55.6%)
Total304 (49.3%)312 (50.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blue Ridge

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blue Ridge
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms14 (4.6%)51 (16.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms149 (49.0%)167 (53.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms94 (30.9%)58 (18.6%)
8 or more Rooms47 (15.5%)36 (11.5%)
Total304 (100.0%)312 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blue Ridge

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blue Ridge
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas29 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas38 (12.5%)88 (28.2%)
Electricity186 (61.2%)224 (71.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene35 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels16 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total304 (100.0%)312 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Blue Ridge

Household Vehicle Usage in Blue Ridge
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3 (1.0%)61 (19.6%)
1 Vehicle115 (37.8%)144 (46.2%)
2 Vehicles115 (37.8%)56 (17.9%)
3 or more Vehicles71 (23.4%)51 (16.4%)
Total304 (100.0%)312 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Blue Ridge

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Blue Ridge

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units159145
Median Property Value$179,500$232,300
Median Household Income$38,250$15
Monthly Housing Costs$353$0
Real Estate Taxes$444$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blue Ridge

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blue Ridge
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)3 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99923 (14.5%)14 (9.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999112 (70.4%)64 (44.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9999 (5.7%)39 (26.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9999 (5.7%)10 (6.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9996 (3.8%)15 (10.3%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total159 (100.0%)145 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blue Ridge

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blue Ridge
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0004 (2.5%)1 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99949 (30.8%)15 (10.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (8.2%)17 (11.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (23.9%)13 (9.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99940 (25.2%)1 (0.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (6.3%)40 (27.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9995 (3.1%)5 (3.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)39 (26.9%)
Total159 (100.0%)145 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blue Ridge

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blue Ridge
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x10 (6.3%)63,523 (43,809.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x25 (15.7%)32 (22.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x18 (11.3%)22 (15.2%)
4.0x or more106 (66.7%)40 (27.6%)
Total159 (100.0%)145 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blue Ridge

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blue Ridge
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800114 (71.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49916 (10.1%)56 (38.6%)
$800 to $1,49929 (18.2%)27 (18.6%)
Total159 (100.0%)145 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Blue Ridge

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blue Ridge

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blue Ridge
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years148 (86.6%)23 (13.5%)
19 to 25 Years38 (39.6%)58 (60.4%)
26 to 34 Years92 (59.0%)64 (41.0%)
35 to 44 Years103 (83.1%)21 (16.9%)
45 to 54 Years127 (90.1%)14 (9.9%)
55 to 64 Years88 (70.4%)37 (29.6%)
65 to 74 Years159 (99.4%)1 (0.6%)
75 Years and older178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,009 (82.2%)218 (17.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blue Ridge

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blue Ridge
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen148 (86.6%)23 (13.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen38 (39.6%)58 (60.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blue Ridge

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blue Ridge
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000254 (74.7%)86 (25.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999230 (84.6%)42 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999257 (79.8%)65 (20.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99967 (93.1%)5 (6.9%)
$100,000 and over201 (90.9%)20 (9.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blue Ridge

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blue Ridge
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 676 (100.0%)2 (2.6%)
6 to 18 Years139 (81.3%)22 (12.9%)
19 to 25 Years28 (29.2%)10 (10.4%)
25 to 34 Years41 (26.3%)66 (42.3%)
35 to 44 Years41 (33.1%)62 (50.0%)
45 to 54 Years66 (46.8%)61 (43.3%)
55 to 64 Years51 (40.8%)44 (35.2%)
65 to 74 Years159 (99.4%)48 (30.0%)
75 Years and over178 (100.0%)85 (47.7%)
Total779 (63.5%)400 (32.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blue Ridge

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blue Ridge
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years47 (34.3%)32 (27.6%)
35 to 64 Years95 (41.3%)34 (21.2%)
65 to 74 Years9 (42.9%)36 (25.9%)
75 Years and over7 (12.7%)72 (58.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Blue Ridge

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Blue Ridge: <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 Years30 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years46 (20.0%)3 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years9 (42.9%)2 (1.4%)
75 Years and over5 (9.1%)21 (17.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Blue Ridge: <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 Years30 (21.9%)1 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years26 (11.3%)16 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)39 (31.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Blue Ridge: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years17 (12.4%)18 (15.5%)
35 to 64 Years28 (12.2%)20 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (3.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Blue Ridge: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.2%)
35 to 64 Years41 (17.8%)8 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)30 (21.6%)
75 Years and over7 (12.7%)52 (42.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Blue Ridge: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)29 (23.6%)

Technology Access in Blue Ridge

Computing Device Access in Blue Ridge

Computing Device Access in Blue Ridge
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop34355.7%
Smartphone48779.1%
Tablet34255.5%
No Computing Device579.2%
Total616100.0%

Internet Access in Blue Ridge

Internet Access in Blue Ridge
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home40766.1%
Cellular Data Only6710.9%
Satellite Internet6610.7%
No Internet10316.7%
Total616100.0%

Blue Ridge Summary

Introduction

Blue Ridge, Georgia is a small city located in the Appalachian Mountains of northern Georgia. It is the county seat of Fannin County and is situated along the Toccoa River. The city has a population of 1,290 as of the 2010 census and is the second-largest city in the county. Blue Ridge is known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and vibrant downtown.

History

Blue Ridge was founded in 1887 as a railroad town. The town was named after the Blue Ridge Mountains, which are located nearby. The town was originally known as McCaysville, but the name was changed to Blue Ridge in 1890. The town was incorporated in 1906.
The town grew rapidly in the early 20th century, and by the 1920s, it had become a popular tourist destination. The town was home to several resorts, including the Blue Ridge Inn, which was built in 1921. The town also had a thriving lumber industry, and the town's economy was largely based on the lumber industry until the 1950s.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as the lumber industry declined. The town's population decreased, and the downtown area became run-down. In the 1970s, the town began to experience a resurgence as the downtown area was revitalized and the town became a popular tourist destination once again.

Geography

Blue Ridge is located in the Appalachian Mountains of northern Georgia. The city is situated along the Toccoa River, which is a tributary of the Chattahoochee River. The city is located at the intersection of US Highway 76 and Georgia State Route 5. The city is surrounded by the Chattahoochee National Forest and is located near the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The city has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 61 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is 48 inches.

Economy

Blue Ridge's economy is largely based on tourism. The city is home to several resorts, including the Blue Ridge Inn, which was built in 1921. The city is also home to several wineries, breweries, and distilleries, as well as several antique shops and art galleries. The city is also home to several outdoor recreation activities, including hiking, fishing, and camping.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer and a paper mill. The city is also home to several retail stores, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and several clothing stores.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 1,290. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 15.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Conclusion

Blue Ridge, Georgia is a small city located in the Appalachian Mountains of northern Georgia. The city has a population of 1,290 as of the 2010 census and is the second-largest city in the county. Blue Ridge is known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and vibrant downtown. The city's economy is largely based on tourism, and the city is home to several resorts, wineries, breweries, and distilleries. The city also has several manufacturing companies and retail stores. The city has a population that is 95.2% White, 0.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Blue Ridge?
Total Population of Blue Ridge is 1,366.
What is the Total Male Population of Blue Ridge?
Total Male Population of Blue Ridge is 683.
What is the Total Female Population of Blue Ridge?
Total Female Population of Blue Ridge is 683.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Blue Ridge?
There are 100.00 Males per 100 Females in Blue Ridge.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Blue Ridge?
There are 100.00 Females per 100 Males in Blue Ridge.
What is the Median Population Age in Blue Ridge?
Median Population Age in Blue Ridge is 47.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Blue Ridge
Average Family Size in Blue Ridge is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Blue Ridge
Average Household Size in Blue Ridge is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Blue Ridge?
Per Capita income in Blue Ridge is $23,530.
What is the Median Family Income in Blue Ridge?
Median Family Income in Blue Ridge is $53,583.
What is the Median Household income in Blue Ridge?
Median Household Income in Blue Ridge is $34,659.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Blue Ridge?
Income or Wage Gap in Blue Ridge is 25.7%.
Women in Blue Ridge earn 74.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Blue Ridge?
Family Income Deficit in Blue Ridge is $5,786.
Families that are below poverty line in Blue Ridge earn $5,786 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Blue Ridge?
Inequality or Gini Index in Blue Ridge is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Blue Ridge?
There are 442 People in the Labor Forcein in Blue Ridge.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Blue Ridge?
39.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Blue Ridge.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Blue Ridge?
Unemployment Rate in Blue Ridge is 0.9%.