Grady County, GA Map & Demographics
Grady County Map
Grady County Overview
$26,887
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,193
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,929
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,444
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
26,075
TOTAL POPULATION
12,816
MALE POPULATION
13,259
FEMALE POPULATION
96.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
11,558
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Grady County Area Codes
Income in Grady County
Income Overview in Grady County
Per Capita Income in Grady County is $26,887, while median incomes of families and households are $63,193 and $51,929 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 26,075 | $26,887 |
| Median Family Income | 6,603 | $63,193 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,603 | $79,228 |
| Median Household Income | 9,792 | $51,929 |
| Mean Household Income | 9,792 | $69,859 |
| Income Deficit | 6,603 | $14,444 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 26,075 | 29.27% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 26,075 | 70.73¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 26,075 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Grady County
Average Earnings in Grady County are $36,109, $40,917 for men and $28,940 for women, a difference of 29.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,352 (52.4%) | $40,917 |
| Female | 5,769 (47.6%) | $28,940 |
| Total | 12,121 (100.0%) | $36,109 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Grady County
The most common earnings brackets in Grady County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (718 | 11.3%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (435 | 7.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 252 (4.0%) | 339 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 124 (1.9%) | 140 (2.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 144 (2.3%) | 217 (3.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 219 (3.5%) | 398 (6.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 110 (1.7%) | 269 (4.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 94 (1.5%) | 230 (4.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 95 (1.5%) | 190 (3.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 228 (3.6%) | 293 (5.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 214 (3.4%) | 35 (0.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 312 (4.9%) | 435 (7.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 326 (5.1%) | 425 (7.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 348 (5.5%) | 345 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 557 (8.8%) | 347 (6.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 511 (8.0%) | 414 (7.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 615 (9.7%) | 344 (6.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 194 (3.0%) | 185 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 519 (8.2%) | 309 (5.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 303 (4.8%) | 185 (3.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 718 (11.3%) | 324 (5.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 469 (7.4%) | 345 (6.0%) |
| Total | 6,352 (100.0%) | 5,769 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Grady County
Average earnings in Grady County are $44,535 for men and $33,521 for women, a difference of 24.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,969, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,092. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $74,750, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,430.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $35,092 | $18,430 |
| High School Diploma | $43,569 | $30,071 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,707 | $33,525 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,559 | $48,478 |
| Graduate Degree | $80,969 | $74,750 |
| Total | $44,535 | $33,521 |
Family Income in Grady County
Family Income Brackets in Grady County
According to the Grady County family income data, there are 1,314 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 231 families (3.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 370 | 5.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 231 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 390 | 5.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 792 | 12.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 773 | 11.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,314 | 19.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 845 | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,149 | 17.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 258 | 3.9% |
| $200,000+ | 482 | 7.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Grady County
4-person families (1,153 | 17.5%) account for the highest median family income in Grady County with $74,934 per family, while 2-person families (3,038 | 46.0%) have the highest median income of $31,006 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,038 (46.0%) | $62,012 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,500 (22.7%) | $62,946 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,153 (17.5%) | $74,934 |
| 5-Person Families | 597 (9.0%) | $52,477 |
| 6-Person Families | 247 (3.7%) | $69,688 |
| 7+ Person Families | 68 (1.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 6,603 (100.0%) | $63,193 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Grady County
The median family income in Grady County is $63,193, with families comprising 3+ earners (526) having the highest median family income of $86,364, while families with no earners (1,207) have the lowest median family income of $29,665, accounting for 8.0% and 18.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,207 (18.3%) | $29,665 |
| 1 Earner | 2,425 (36.7%) | $46,492 |
| 2 Earners | 2,445 (37.0%) | $84,879 |
| 3+ Earners | 526 (8.0%) | $86,364 |
| Total | 6,603 (100.0%) | $63,193 |
Household Income in Grady County
Household Income Brackets in Grady County
With 1,635 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Grady County, accounting for 16.7% of all households. In contrast, only 294 households (3.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 803 | 8.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 607 | 6.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,087 | 11.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 969 | 9.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,224 | 12.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,635 | 16.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,195 | 12.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,439 | 14.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 294 | 3.0% |
| $200,000+ | 548 | 5.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Grady County
The median household income in Grady County is $51,929, with the highest median household income of $74,091 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,794 households (38.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 96 households (1.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 96 (1.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,835 (28.9%) | $51,901 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,794 (38.8%) | $74,091 |
| 65+ Years | 3,067 (31.3%) | $33,750 |
| Total | 9,792 (100.0%) | $51,929 |
Poverty in Grady County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Grady County
With 17.2% poverty level for males and 22.3% for females among the residents of Grady County, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 536 males (44.6%) and 64 females (55.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 263 (30.3%) | 177 (23.8%) |
| 5 Years | 13 (12.1%) | 64 (55.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 536 (44.6%) | 255 (34.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 189 (36.6%) | 286 (32.5%) |
| 15 Years | 27 (15.0%) | 52 (18.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 174 (39.3%) | 36 (14.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 97 (10.1%) | 229 (21.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 138 (8.7%) | 438 (27.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 124 (9.5%) | 425 (29.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 138 (8.6%) | 222 (13.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 218 (13.1%) | 369 (20.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 186 (12.7%) | 270 (18.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (9.2%) | 124 (11.0%) |
| Total | 2,174 (17.2%) | 2,947 (22.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Grady County
According to the poverty statistics in Grady County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.4% of males and 89.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 606 (69.7%) | 565 (76.1%) |
| 5 Years | 94 (87.8%) | 52 (44.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 665 (55.4%) | 476 (65.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 328 (63.4%) | 595 (67.5%) |
| 15 Years | 153 (85.0%) | 236 (81.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 269 (60.7%) | 215 (85.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 863 (89.9%) | 816 (78.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,441 (91.3%) | 1,139 (72.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,179 (90.5%) | 994 (70.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,468 (91.4%) | 1,481 (87.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,451 (86.9%) | 1,466 (79.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,278 (87.3%) | 1,208 (81.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 699 (90.8%) | 1,007 (89.0%) |
| Total | 10,494 (82.8%) | 10,250 (77.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Grady County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Grady County show that 5.8% or 246 of the total 4,271 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 11.7%, comprising of 35 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.2%, which includes 139 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,536 (94.8%) | 139 (5.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,226 (94.5%) | 72 (5.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 263 (88.3%) | 35 (11.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,025 (94.2%) | 246 (5.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Grady County
According to the poverty data in Grady County, 12.9% or 74 single-father households and 36.3% or 638 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 26 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 62 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 18 (8.1%) | 67 (11.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 30 (11.8%) | 202 (27.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 307 (85.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 26 (100.0%) | 62 (100.0%) |
| Total | 74 (12.9%) | 638 (36.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Grady County
The poverty data for Grady County shows that 246 of the married-couple family households (5.8%) and 712 of the single-parent households (30.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (11.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 88 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 139 (5.2%) | 85 (10.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 72 (5.6%) | 232 (23.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 35 (11.7%) | 307 (71.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
| Total | 246 (5.8%) | 712 (30.5%) |
Race in Grady County
The most populous races in Grady County are White / Caucasian (16,397 | 62.9%), Black / African American (7,634 | 29.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (3,092 | 11.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 69 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 7,634 | 29.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,092 | 11.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 100 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 16,397 | 62.9% |
| Two or more Races | 1,233 | 4.7% |
| Some other Race | 642 | 2.5% |
| Total | 26,075 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Grady County
The most populous ancestries reported in Grady County are Mexican (2,444 | 9.4%), Irish (2,320 | 8.9%), American (2,236 | 8.6%), English (2,149 | 8.2%), and German (965 | 3.7%), together accounting for 38.8% of all Grady County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 13 | 0.1% |
| American | 2,236 | 8.6% |
| British | 25 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 31 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 329 | 1.3% |
| Central American Indian | 50 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 105 | 0.4% |
| Creek | 87 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 4 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 13 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 5 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 76 | 0.3% |
| English | 2,149 | 8.2% |
| European | 239 | 0.9% |
| Finnish | 23 | 0.1% |
| French | 248 | 0.9% |
| French American Indian | 9 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 22 | 0.1% |
| German | 965 | 3.7% |
| Greek | 17 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 329 | 1.3% |
| Hungarian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 2,320 | 8.9% |
| Italian | 158 | 0.6% |
| Korean | 15 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 2,444 | 9.4% |
| Northern European | 115 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 27 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 57 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 224 | 0.9% |
| Russian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 221 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 380 | 1.5% |
| Slovak | 7 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 62 | 0.2% |
| South American | 7 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 16 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 13 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 53 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 9 | 0.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 71 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 10 | 0.0% | View All 46 Rows |
Immigrants in Grady County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Grady County came from Latin America (1,320 | 5.1%), Central America (1,305 | 5.0%), Mexico (984 | 3.8%), Guatemala (321 | 1.2%), and Asia (31 | 0.1%), together accounting for 15.2% of all Grady County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 31 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 8 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 1,305 | 5.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 1 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 31 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 13 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 321 | 1.2% |
| Italy | 17 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 1,320 | 5.1% |
| Mexico | 984 | 3.8% |
| Peru | 7 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 26 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 1 | 0.0% |
| South America | 7 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 26 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 17 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 13 | 0.1% | View All 20 Rows |
Sex and Age in Grady County
Sex and Age in Grady County
The most populous age groups in Grady County are 5 to 9 Years (1,041 | 8.1%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,236 | 9.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 869 (6.8%) | 742 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,041 (8.1%) | 507 (3.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 828 (6.5%) | 1,236 (9.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 810 (6.3%) | 829 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 773 (6.0%) | 755 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 715 (5.6%) | 753 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 889 (6.9%) | 824 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 744 (5.8%) | 771 (5.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 581 (4.5%) | 648 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 819 (6.4%) | 797 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 809 (6.3%) | 906 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 964 (7.5%) | 1,223 (9.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 718 (5.6%) | 612 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 849 (6.6%) | 901 (6.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 623 (4.9%) | 590 (4.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 305 (2.4%) | 456 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 213 (1.7%) | 332 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 266 (2.1%) | 377 (2.8%) |
| Total | 12,816 (100.0%) | 13,259 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Grady County
Median Family Size in Grady County
The median family size in Grady County is 3.24 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,757 | 26.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.53 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (575 | 8.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.86 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,271 (64.7%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 575 (8.7%) | 2.86 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,757 (26.6%) | 3.53 |
| Total Families | 6,603 (100.0%) | 3.24 |
Median Household Size in Grady County
The median household size in Grady County is 2.65 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,757 | 17.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.64 persons per household. non-family households (3,189 | 32.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,271 (43.6%) | 3.19 |
| Single Male/Father | 575 (5.9%) | 3.41 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,757 (17.9%) | 3.64 |
| Non-family | 3,189 (32.6%) | 1.23 |
| Total Households | 9,792 (100.0%) | 2.65 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Grady County
Out of a total of 9,792 households in Grady County, 6,603 (67.4%) are family households, while 3,189 (32.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,933, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,659.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,659 (27.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,933 (29.9%) | 346 (3.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,439 (14.7%) | 81 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,188 (12.1%) | 69 (0.7%) |
| 5-Person Households | 622 (6.4%) | 34 (0.4%) |
| 6-Person Households | 320 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 101 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,603 (67.4%) | 3,189 (32.6%) |
Female Fertility in Grady County
Fertility by Age in Grady County
Average fertility rate in Grady County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 94.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 7 (2.7%) | 8.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 220 (85.9%) | 94.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 29 (11.3%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 256 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Grady County
56.2% of women with births (256) in Grady 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 115 (52.3%) | 105 (47.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 144 (56.2%) | 112 (43.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Grady County
Average fertility rate in Grady County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 151.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 34.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 87 (34.0%) | 72.0 |
| High School Diploma | 25 (9.8%) | 18.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 45 (17.6%) | 22.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 80 (31.2%) | 151.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 19 (7.4%) | 56.0 |
| Total | 256 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Grady County
43.8% of women with births in Grady County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 20 (44.4%) | 25 (55.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 144 (56.2%) | 112 (43.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Grady County
Employment by Class of Employer in Grady County
Among the 10,600 employed individuals in Grady County, private company employees (6,838 | 64.5%), local government employees (1,000 | 9.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (949 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,838 | 64.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 522 | 4.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 827 | 7.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 949 | 8.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,000 | 9.4% |
| State Government Employees | 388 | 3.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 76 | 0.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 10,600 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Grady County
According to the labor force statistics for Grady County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,384), 56.7% or 11,558 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 509 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.5% or 1,284 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.0% or 128 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 238 (20.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 987 (64.6%) | 60 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,284 (87.5%) | 128 (10.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,376 (80.3%) | 40 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,360 (86.0%) | 186 (7.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,535 (76.1%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,378 (63.0%) | 68 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 634 (47.7%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 560 (18.9%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 214 (11.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 11,558 (56.7%) | 509 (4.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Grady County
According to labor force statistics for Grady County, 74.9% of individuals (9,567) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,773) are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 450 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.6% or 1,898 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.7% or 246 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,358 (59.1%) | 80 (3.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,197 (75.1%) | 328 (7.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,113 (77.8%) | 184 (4.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,898 (85.6%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| Total | 9,567 (74.9%) | 600 (4.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Grady County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Grady County are Community & Social Service (1,253 | 11.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,065 | 9.6%), Education Instruction & Library (932 | 8.4%), Management (876 | 7.9%), and Health Technologists (455 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Grady County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Business & Financial (75.8%), and Management (73.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (95.2%), Computers & Mathematics (81.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 645 (73.6%) | 231 (26.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 244 (75.8%) | 78 (24.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 99 (51.0%) | 95 (49.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 21 (18.1%) | 95 (81.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 431 (34.4%) | 822 (65.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 148 (59.9%) | 99 (40.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 2 (4.8%) | 40 (95.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 266 (28.5%) | 666 (71.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 15 (46.9%) | 17 (53.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 295 (27.7%) | 770 (72.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 141 (31.0%) | 314 (69.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,714 (46.2%) | 1,996 (53.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,907 (53.5%) | 5,135 (46.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Grady County are Cleaning & Maintenance (515 | 4.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (472 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (304 | 2.8%), Healthcare Support (298 | 2.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (203 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Grady County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.1%), Security & Protection (83.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (82.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (76.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (35.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 298 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 254 (83.6%) | 50 (16.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 167 (82.3%) | 36 (17.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 87 (86.1%) | 14 (13.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 304 (64.4%) | 168 (35.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 375 (72.8%) | 140 (27.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 29 (23.4%) | 95 (76.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 962 (56.2%) | 751 (43.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,907 (53.5%) | 5,135 (46.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Grady County are Office & Administration (1,335 | 12.1%), and Sales & Related (658 | 6.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 277 (42.1%) | 381 (57.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 238 (17.8%) | 1,097 (82.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 515 (25.8%) | 1,478 (74.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,907 (53.5%) | 5,135 (46.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Grady County are Construction & Extraction (812 | 7.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (471 | 4.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (438 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 363 (77.1%) | 108 (22.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 766 (94.3%) | 46 (5.7%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 386 (88.1%) | 52 (11.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,515 (88.0%) | 206 (12.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,907 (53.5%) | 5,135 (46.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Grady County are Production (853 | 7.7%), Transportation (637 | 5.8%), and Material Moving (415 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 399 (46.8%) | 454 (53.2%) |
| Transportation | 605 (95.0%) | 32 (5.0%) |
| Material Moving | 197 (47.5%) | 218 (52.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,201 (63.0%) | 704 (37.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,907 (53.5%) | 5,135 (46.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Grady County
Employment Industries in Grady County
The major employment industries in Grady County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,843 | 16.7%), Construction (1,059 | 9.6%), Educational Services (1,032 | 9.3%), Manufacturing (976 | 8.8%), and Retail Trade (976 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Grady County
The Grady County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (92.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (85.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.8%), and Information (70.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 585 (78.9%) | 156 (21.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 965 (91.1%) | 94 (8.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 631 (64.6%) | 345 (35.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 177 (46.1%) | 207 (53.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 429 (44.0%) | 547 (56.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 462 (92.2%) | 39 (7.8%) |
| Utilities | 114 (80.8%) | 27 (19.2%) |
| Information | 25 (29.1%) | 61 (70.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 45 (14.7%) | 261 (85.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 218 (53.2%) | 192 (46.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 475 (57.3%) | 354 (42.7%) |
| Educational Services | 305 (29.5%) | 727 (70.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 391 (21.2%) | 1,452 (78.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 53 (72.6%) | 20 (27.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 304 (60.0%) | 203 (40.0%) |
| Public Administration | 216 (45.7%) | 257 (54.3%) |
| Total | 5,907 (53.5%) | 5,135 (46.5%) |
Education in Grady County
School Enrollment in Grady County
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,675 students in Grady County are middle school (1,711 | 25.6%), high school (1,469 | 22.0%), and elementary school (1,265 | 19.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 461 | 6.9% |
| Kindergarten | 296 | 4.4% |
| Elementary School | 1,265 | 19.0% |
| Middle School | 1,711 | 25.6% |
| High School | 1,469 | 22.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,074 | 16.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 399 | 6.0% |
| Total | 6,675 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Grady County
Out of a total of 6,675 students who are enrolled in schools in Grady County, 995 (14.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,680 (85.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 178 (42.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 309 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 257 (83.2%) | 52 (16.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,390 (92.4%) | 115 (7.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,703 (84.6%) | 310 (15.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,069 (92.0%) | 93 (8.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 309 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 390 (67.4%) | 189 (32.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 322 (85.4%) | 55 (14.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 243 (57.7%) | 178 (42.3%) |
| Total | 5,680 (85.1%) | 995 (14.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Grady County
Education (513 | 17.2%), business (471 | 15.8%), science & technology (464 | 15.6%), literature & languages (282 | 9.5%), and arts & humanities (278 | 9.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,977 individuals in Grady County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 24 | 0.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 237 | 8.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 127 | 4.3% |
| Psychology | 130 | 4.4% |
| Social Sciences | 73 | 2.5% |
| Engineering | 80 | 2.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 21 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 464 | 15.6% |
| Business | 471 | 15.8% |
| Education | 513 | 17.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 282 | 9.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 185 | 6.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 66 | 2.2% |
| Communications | 26 | 0.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 278 | 9.3% |
| Total | 2,977 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Grady County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Grady County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Grady County are males with 2 vehicles (2,686, accounting for 47.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,900, making up 54.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 136 (2.4%) | 49 (1.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 817 (14.4%) | 1,190 (24.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,686 (47.5%) | 1,900 (38.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,403 (24.8%) | 1,284 (26.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 497 (8.8%) | 418 (8.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 121 (2.1%) | 99 (2.0%) |
| Total | 5,660 (100.0%) | 4,940 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Grady County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Grady County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,497 commuters, 14.5%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,333 commuters, 12.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,301 commuters, 12.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 535 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,264 | 12.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,497 | 14.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,092 | 10.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,301 | 12.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 600 | 5.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,333 | 12.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 607 | 5.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 319 | 3.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,012 | 9.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 601 | 5.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 144 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Grady County
The most common commute times in Grady County are 10 to 14 minutes (899 commuters, 16.3%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (744 commuters, 15.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 344 (6.2%) | 191 (4.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 743 (13.5%) | 521 (10.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 899 (16.3%) | 598 (12.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 479 (8.7%) | 613 (12.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 557 (10.1%) | 744 (15.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 269 (4.9%) | 331 (6.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 707 (12.8%) | 626 (13.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 466 (8.5%) | 141 (2.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 151 (2.7%) | 168 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 359 (6.5%) | 653 (13.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 412 (7.5%) | 189 (3.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 127 (2.3%) | 17 (0.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Grady County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Grady County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,307, 23.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,103, 23.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 287 (5.2%) | 99 (2.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 505 (9.2%) | 110 (2.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 137 (2.5%) | 145 (3.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 634 (11.5%) | 483 (10.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 464 (8.4%) | 449 (9.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,307 (23.7%) | 1,103 (23.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,199 (21.7%) | 844 (17.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 306 (5.6%) | 519 (10.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 59 (1.1%) | 134 (2.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 74 (1.3%) | 109 (2.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 140 (2.5%) | 192 (4.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 4 (0.1%) | 5 (0.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 224 (4.1%) | 258 (5.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 173 (3.1%) | 342 (7.1%) |
| Total | 5,513 (100.0%) | 4,792 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Grady County
Occupancy by Ownership in Grady County
Of the total 9,792 dwellings in Grady County, owner-occupied units account for 6,412 (65.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,380 (34.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,412 | 65.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,380 | 34.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 9,792 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Grady County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,659 | 27.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,279 | 33.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,520 | 15.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,334 | 23.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 9,792 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Grady County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,610 (60.6%) | 1,049 (39.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,603 (79.4%) | 676 (20.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 948 (62.4%) | 572 (37.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,251 (53.6%) | 1,083 (46.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,412 (65.5%) | 3,380 (34.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Grady County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 783 (45.5%) | 939 (54.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,205 (63.0%) | 1,292 (36.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,128 (70.4%) | 895 (29.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,296 (83.6%) | 254 (16.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Grady County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,473 | 15.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,458 | 14.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,857 | 19.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,937 | 19.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,792 | 18.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 841 | 8.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 434 | 4.4% |
| Total | 9,792 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Grady County
Median Income by Occupancy in Grady County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,412 (65.5%) | $65,278 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,380 (34.5%) | $32,616 |
| Average | 9,792 (100.0%) | $51,929 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Grady County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 231 (3.6%) | 238 (7.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 160 (2.5%) | 172 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 296 (4.6%) | 307 (9.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 298 (4.6%) | 441 (13.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 149 (2.3%) | 200 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 511 (8.0%) | 455 (13.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 866 (13.5%) | 359 (10.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,106 (17.2%) | 525 (15.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 744 (11.6%) | 451 (13.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,273 (19.9%) | 167 (4.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 778 (12.1%) | 65 (1.9%) |
| Total | 6,412 (100.0%) | 3,380 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Grady County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 320 (5.0%) | 76 (2.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,269 (19.8%) | 387 (11.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,504 (23.5%) | 1,049 (31.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 780 (12.2%) | 785 (23.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,323 (20.6%) | 770 (22.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 515 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 483 (7.5%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 80 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 138 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,412 (100.0%) | 3,380 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Grady County
Housing Structures in Grady County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,167 | 63.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 30 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 165 | 1.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 210 | 2.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 230 | 2.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 137 | 1.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,853 | 29.1% |
| Total | 9,792 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Grady County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,878 (79.1%) | 1,289 (20.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 17 (56.7%) | 13 (43.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 2 (1.2%) | 163 (98.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 19 (8.3%) | 211 (91.7%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 137 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,496 (52.4%) | 1,357 (47.6%) |
| Total | 6,412 (65.5%) | 3,380 (34.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Grady County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 38 (0.6%) | 39 (1.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 231 (3.6%) | 674 (19.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,748 (27.3%) | 1,601 (47.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,078 (48.0%) | 910 (26.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,317 (20.5%) | 156 (4.6%) |
| Total | 6,412 (100.0%) | 3,380 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Grady County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 407 (6.4%) | 261 (7.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 520 (8.1%) | 91 (2.7%) |
| Electricity | 5,346 (83.4%) | 2,965 (87.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (1.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 126 (2.0%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 13 (0.2%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| Total | 6,412 (100.0%) | 3,380 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Grady County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 45 (0.7%) | 444 (13.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,446 (22.6%) | 1,695 (50.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,878 (44.9%) | 920 (27.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,043 (31.9%) | 321 (9.5%) |
| Total | 6,412 (100.0%) | 3,380 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Grady County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Grady County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,247 | 3,165 |
| Median Property Value | $125,100 | $179,100 |
| Median Household Income | $49,488 | $525 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $510 | $138 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,415 | $207 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Grady County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 547 (16.9%) | 320 (10.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 726 (22.4%) | 465 (14.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,676 (51.6%) | 1,924 (60.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 231 (7.1%) | 405 (12.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 37 (1.1%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 24 (0.7%) | 39 (1.2%) |
| Total | 3,247 (100.0%) | 3,165 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Grady County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 239 (7.4%) | 31 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 572 (17.6%) | 152 (4.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 306 (9.4%) | 171 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 519 (16.0%) | 205 (6.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 568 (17.5%) | 347 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 364 (11.2%) | 538 (17.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 426 (13.1%) | 380 (12.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 253 (7.8%) | 847 (26.8%) |
| Total | 3,247 (100.0%) | 3,165 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Grady County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,431 (44.1%) | 84,754 (2,677.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 528 (16.3%) | 1,636 (51.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 202 (6.2%) | 707 (22.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,035 (31.9%) | 235 (7.4%) |
| Total | 3,247 (100.0%) | 3,165 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Grady County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 810 (24.9%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 834 (25.7%) | 676 (21.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,421 (43.8%) | 650 (20.5%) |
| Total | 3,247 (100.0%) | 3,165 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Grady County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grady County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,692 (92.3%) | 142 (7.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,195 (88.3%) | 558 (11.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,374 (66.2%) | 701 (33.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,525 (53.2%) | 1,341 (46.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,704 (62.6%) | 1,018 (37.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,589 (78.2%) | 720 (21.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,754 (78.6%) | 750 (21.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,859 (97.2%) | 83 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,901 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 20,593 (79.5%) | 5,313 (20.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Grady County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,692 (92.3%) | 142 (7.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,195 (88.3%) | 558 (11.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,374 (66.2%) | 701 (33.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Grady County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,856 (82.0%) | 845 (18.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,457 (78.1%) | 1,250 (21.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,321 (69.3%) | 1,470 (30.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,049 (80.6%) | 733 (19.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,898 (85.3%) | 1,015 (14.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Grady County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,260 (68.7%) | 510 (27.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,574 (54.2%) | 1,794 (37.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 356 (17.2%) | 1,166 (56.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 416 (14.5%) | 1,230 (42.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 205 (7.5%) | 1,541 (56.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 466 (14.1%) | 2,234 (67.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 969 (27.7%) | 2,090 (59.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,814 (95.7%) | 1,214 (41.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,894 (99.6%) | 1,044 (54.9%) |
| Total | 10,954 (42.3%) | 12,823 (49.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Grady County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 372 (14.9%) | 102 (4.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 362 (14.4%) | 184 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 763 (16.7%) | 940 (19.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 437 (29.8%) | 532 (36.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 391 (50.8%) | 673 (59.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Grady County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 47 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 63 (2.5%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 107 (2.3%) | 292 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 203 (13.9%) | 258 (17.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 207 (26.9%) | 161 (14.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 113 (2.5%) | 136 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (8.2%) | 96 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (9.0%) | 114 (10.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 325 (13.0%) | 102 (4.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 190 (7.5%) | 120 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 202 (4.4%) | 325 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 136 (9.3%) | 132 (8.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (2.5%) | 294 (26.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 220 (8.7%) | 29 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 437 (9.6%) | 562 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 245 (16.7%) | 345 (23.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 240 (31.2%) | 449 (39.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 117 (4.6%) | 29 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 135 (2.9%) | 144 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (2.2%) | 120 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (3.9%) | 262 (23.2%) |
Technology Access in Grady County
Computing Device Access in Grady County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,312 | 64.5% |
| Smartphone | 7,904 | 80.7% |
| Tablet | 4,902 | 50.1% |
| No Computing Device | 1,120 | 11.4% |
| Total | 9,792 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Grady County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 21 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 5,540 | 56.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,468 | 15.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,157 | 11.8% |
| No Internet | 1,840 | 18.8% |
| Total | 9,792 | 100.0% |
Grady County Summary
Grady County is located in the southwestern part of the state of Georgia, in the United States. It is bordered by Thomas County to the north, Decatur County to the east, Mitchell County to the south, and Colquitt County to the west. The county seat is Cairo, and the county has a total area of 441 square miles.
History
Grady County was created in 1906 from parts of Decatur and Thomas counties. It was named for Henry W. Grady, a prominent journalist and orator from Atlanta. The county was largely rural until the 1950s, when the construction of the Jim Woodruff Dam on the Chattahoochee River brought an influx of people and industry. The dam created Lake Seminole, which is now a popular recreational area.
Geography
Grady County is located in the southwestern part of the state of Georgia. It is bordered by Thomas County to the north, Decatur County to the east, Mitchell County to the south, and Colquitt County to the west. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4 square miles is water. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part. The Chattahoochee River forms the western border of the county, and Lake Seminole is located in the southeastern corner.
Economy
Grady County’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large poultry processing plants, as well as a number of smaller agricultural operations. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with Lake Seminole being a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Grady County had a population of 25,011. The population was 54.2% White, 39.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $43,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 21.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Grady County?
Per Capita income in Grady County is $26,887.
What is the Median Family Income in Grady County?
Median Family Income in Grady County is $63,193.
What is the Median Household income in Grady County?
Median Household Income in Grady County is $51,929.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Grady County?
Income or Wage Gap in Grady County is 29.3%.
Women in Grady County earn 70.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Grady County?
Family Income Deficit in Grady County is $14,444.
Families that are below poverty line in Grady County earn $14,444 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Grady County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Grady County is 0.46.
What is the Total Population of Grady County?
Total Population of Grady County is 26,075.
What is the Total Male Population of Grady County?
Total Male Population of Grady County is 12,816.
What is the Total Female Population of Grady County?
Total Female Population of Grady County is 13,259.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Grady County?
There are 96.66 Males per 100 Females in Grady County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Grady County?
There are 103.46 Females per 100 Males in Grady County.
What is the Median Population Age in Grady County?
Median Population Age in Grady County is 39.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Grady County
Average Family Size in Grady County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Grady County
Average Household Size in Grady County is 2.6 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Grady County?
There are 11,558 People in the Labor Forcein in Grady County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Grady County?
56.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Grady County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Grady County?
Unemployment Rate in Grady County is 4.4%.