Dexter, GA

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Dexter Overview

1,042
TOTAL POPULATION
470
MALE POPULATION
572
FEMALE POPULATION
82.17
MALES / 100 FEMALES
121.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
28.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,809
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,125
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,350
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
2.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
97.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
467
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Dexter Zip Codes

Dexter Area Codes

Race in Dexter

The most populous races in Dexter are White / Caucasian (628 | 60.3%), Black / African American (381 | 36.6%), and Two or more Races (33 | 3.2%).
Race in Dexter
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American38136.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian62860.3%
Two or more Races333.2%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,042100.0%

Ancestry in Dexter

The most populous ancestries reported in Dexter are American (108 | 10.4%), Irish (30 | 2.9%), Cherokee (26 | 2.5%), English (23 | 2.2%), and Scotch-Irish (17 | 1.6%), together accounting for 19.6% of all Dexter residents.
Ancestry in Dexter
Ancestry# Population% Population
American10810.4%
Apache40.4%
Blackfeet40.4%
British20.2%
Cherokee262.5%
Creek40.4%
English232.2%
German90.9%
Hopi40.4%
Irish302.9%
Portuguese30.3%
Scotch-Irish171.6%
Sioux40.4%
Welsh20.2%
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Immigrants in Dexter

Immigrants in Dexter
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Dexter

Sex and Age in Dexter

The most populous age groups in Dexter are 25 to 29 Years (68 | 14.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (84 | 14.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Dexter
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38 (8.1%)22 (3.8%)
5 to 9 Years36 (7.7%)57 (10.0%)
10 to 14 Years22 (4.7%)84 (14.7%)
15 to 19 Years61 (13.0%)54 (9.4%)
20 to 24 Years9 (1.9%)45 (7.9%)
25 to 29 Years68 (14.5%)46 (8.0%)
30 to 34 Years4 (0.9%)23 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Years24 (5.1%)18 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Years38 (8.1%)18 (3.2%)
45 to 49 Years56 (11.9%)76 (13.3%)
50 to 54 Years19 (4.0%)8 (1.4%)
55 to 59 Years13 (2.8%)6 (1.1%)
60 to 64 Years22 (4.7%)25 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years1 (0.2%)8 (1.4%)
70 to 74 Years59 (12.6%)74 (12.9%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.2%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (1.2%)
Total470 (100.0%)572 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Dexter

Median Family Size in Dexter

The median family size in Dexter is 3.92 persons per family, with single female/mother families (64 | 28.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.55 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (21 | 9.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.10 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Dexter
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple140 (62.2%)3.76
Single Male/Father21 (9.3%)3.10
Single Female/Mother64 (28.4%)4.55
Total Families225 (100.0%)3.92

Median Household Size in Dexter

The median household size in Dexter is 2.95 persons per household, with single female/mother households (64 | 18.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.61 persons per household. non-family households (128 | 36.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Dexter
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple140 (39.7%)3.76
Single Male/Father21 (5.9%)3.29
Single Female/Mother64 (18.1%)4.61
Non-family128 (36.3%)1.18
Total Households353 (100.0%)2.95

Household Size by Marriage Status in Dexter

Out of a total of 353 households in Dexter, 225 (63.7%) are family households, while 128 (36.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 5-person households, comprising 82, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 108.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dexter
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-108 (30.6%)
2-Person Households67 (19.0%)20 (5.7%)
3-Person Households29 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households23 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households82 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households20 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total225 (63.7%)128 (36.3%)

Female Fertility in Dexter

Fertility by Age in Dexter

Average fertility rate in Dexter is 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Dexter
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years9 (75.0%)79.0
35 to 50 years3 (25.0%)26.0
Total12 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dexter

8.3% of women with births (12) in Dexter are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 88.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dexter
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years1 (11.1%)8 (88.9%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total1 (8.3%)11 (91.7%)

Fertility by Education in Dexter

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Dexter
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School8 (66.7%)138.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree4 (33.3%)37.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total12 (100.0%)42.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dexter

91.7% of women with births in Dexter are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 25.0% 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.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dexter
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (8.3%)11 (91.7%)

Income in Dexter

Income Overview in Dexter

Per Capita Income in Dexter is $25,809, while median incomes of families and households are $73,125 and $34,350 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,042$25,809
Median Family Income225$73,125
Mean Family Income225$108,167
Median Household Income353$34,350
Mean Household Income353$77,863
Income Deficit225$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,0422.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,04297.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,0420.53

Earnings by Sex in Dexter

Average Earnings in Dexter are $28,889, $29,417 for men and $28,625 for women, a difference of 2.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Dexter
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male229 (48.1%)$29,417
Female247 (51.9%)$28,625
Total476 (100.0%)$28,889

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dexter

The most common earnings brackets in Dexter are $20,000 to $22,499 for men (43 | 18.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (40 | 16.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dexter
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3 (1.3%)18 (7.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9992 (0.9%)4 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (1.8%)23 (9.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9995 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4994 (1.8%)4 (1.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9999 (3.9%)1 (0.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)11 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49943 (18.8%)39 (15.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99914 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99934 (14.8%)40 (16.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9991 (0.4%)30 (12.1%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)18 (7.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99911 (4.8%)8 (3.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9997 (3.1%)4 (1.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99930 (13.1%)6 (2.4%)
$65,000 to $74,9993 (1.3%)2 (0.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+39 (17.0%)39 (15.8%)
Total229 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dexter

Average earnings in Dexter are $48,750 for men and $34,042 for women, a difference of 30.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $110,313, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $125,994, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,375.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dexter
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$28,000$28,375
College or Associate's Degree$110,313$33,478
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$95,000$125,994
Total$48,750$34,042

Family Income in Dexter

Family Income Brackets in Dexter

According to the Dexter family income data, there are 46 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Dexter
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00073.1%
$10,000 to $14,99920.9%
$15,000 to $24,99962.7%
$25,000 to $34,9994620.4%
$35,000 to $49,9992410.7%
$50,000 to $74,9992912.9%
$75,000 to $99,9993415.1%
$100,000 to $149,9993314.7%
$150,000 to $199,99952.2%
$200,000+3917.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dexter

4-person families (23 | 10.2%) account for the highest median family income in Dexter with $99,688 per family, while 4-person families (23 | 10.2%) have the highest median income of $24,922 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dexter
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families67 (29.8%)$48,750
3-Person Families29 (12.9%)$51,125
4-Person Families23 (10.2%)$99,688
5-Person Families86 (38.2%)$0
6-Person Families15 (6.7%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (2.2%)$0
Total225 (100.0%)$73,125

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dexter

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dexter
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners14 (6.2%)$0
1 Earner97 (43.1%)$34,950
2 Earners67 (29.8%)$87,917
3+ Earners47 (20.9%)$250,001
Total225 (100.0%)$73,125

Household Income in Dexter

Household Income Brackets in Dexter

With 122 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Dexter, accounting for 34.6% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (1.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Dexter
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00082.3%
$10,000 to $14,99972.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994613.0%
$25,000 to $34,99912234.6%
$35,000 to $49,999246.8%
$50,000 to $74,999359.9%
$75,000 to $99,999349.6%
$100,000 to $149,999339.3%
$150,000 to $199,99951.4%
$200,000+3911.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Dexter

The median household income in Dexter is $34,350, with the highest median household income of $40,000 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 106 households (30.0%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Dexter
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years106 (30.0%)$40,000
45 to 64 Years117 (33.1%)$0
65+ Years130 (36.8%)$25,580
Total353 (100.0%)$34,350

Poverty in Dexter

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dexter

With 19.2% poverty level for males and 21.1% for females among the residents of Dexter, 6 to 11 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 23 males (71.9%) and 7 females (87.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dexter
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (26.3%)18 (81.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years23 (71.9%)24 (22.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)14 (43.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)8 (27.6%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years15 (30.6%)10 (14.7%)
25 to 34 Years17 (23.6%)26 (37.7%)
35 to 44 Years20 (32.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (11.4%)8 (25.8%)
65 to 74 Years1 (1.7%)6 (7.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (87.5%)
Total90 (19.2%)121 (21.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dexter

According to the poverty statistics in Dexter, males aged 5 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 Dexter
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (73.7%)4 (18.2%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (28.1%)85 (78.0%)
12 to 14 Years19 (100.0%)18 (56.2%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)21 (72.4%)
16 and 17 Years21 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years34 (69.4%)58 (85.3%)
25 to 34 Years55 (76.4%)43 (62.3%)
35 to 44 Years42 (67.7%)36 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years75 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years31 (88.6%)23 (74.2%)
65 to 74 Years59 (98.3%)76 (92.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (12.5%)
Total380 (80.8%)451 (78.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dexter

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dexter show that 10.0% or 14 of the total 140 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 48.1%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dexter
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children81 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
1 or 2 Children31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children14 (51.8%)13 (48.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total126 (90.0%)14 (10.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dexter

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dexter
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (63.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (35.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)16 (48.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)30 (46.9%)

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

The poverty data for Dexter shows that 14 of the married-couple family households (10.0%) and 30 of the single-parent households (35.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (48.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 household (43.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dexter
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1 (1.2%)7 (25.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (35.0%)
3 or 4 Children13 (48.1%)16 (43.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (10.0%)30 (35.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Dexter

Employment by Class of Employer in Dexter

Among the 443 employed individuals in Dexter, private company employees (280 | 63.2%), state government employees (58 | 13.1%), and federal government employees (40 | 9.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Dexter
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees28063.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)20.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)51.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations317.0%
Local Government Employees276.1%
State Government Employees5813.1%
Federal Government Employees409.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total443100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Dexter

According to the labor force statistics for Dexter, out of the total population over 16 years of age (754), 61.9% or 467 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 24 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 54 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.0% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Dexter
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years33 (38.4%)3 (9.1%)
20 to 24 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years96 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years15 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years85 (86.7%)17 (20.0%)
45 to 54 Years145 (91.2%)4 (2.8%)
55 to 59 Years18 (94.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years20 (42.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total467 (61.9%)24 (5.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dexter

According to labor force statistics for Dexter, 81.7% of individuals (379) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (464) are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 21 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 89.5% or 111 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.1% or 21 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dexter
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School14 (41.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma174 (82.5%)26 (12.1%)
College / Associate Degree111 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher80 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total379 (81.7%)26 (5.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Dexter

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dexter are Health Diagnosing & Treating (72 | 16.3%), Management (43 | 9.7%), Health Technologists (39 | 8.8%), Community & Social Service (25 | 5.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (21 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Dexter

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dexter, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (90.5%), and Community & Social Service (76.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Dexter
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Business & Financial5 (33.3%)10 (66.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 6 (24.0%)19 (76.0%)
Education, Arts & Media1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (9.5%)19 (90.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating35 (48.6%)37 (51.4%)
Health Technologists32 (82.1%)7 (17.9%)
Total (Category)59 (35.1%)109 (64.9%)
Total (Overall)196 (44.2%)247 (55.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Dexter are Healthcare Support (85 | 19.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (27 | 6.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4 | 0.9%), Security & Protection (3 | 0.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (3 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Dexter

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Dexter, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (75.0%), Security & Protection (66.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Healthcare Support (49.4%), and Security & Protection (33.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Dexter
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support43 (50.6%)42 (49.4%)
Security & Protection2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3 (75.0%)1 (25.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)48 (40.3%)71 (59.7%)
Total (Overall)196 (44.2%)247 (55.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dexter are Office & Administration (46 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (24 | 5.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Dexter

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Dexter
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Office & Administration15 (32.6%)31 (67.4%)
Total (Category)15 (21.4%)55 (78.6%)
Total (Overall)196 (44.2%)247 (55.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dexter are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (21 | 4.7%), and Construction & Extraction (11 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Dexter

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Dexter
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)196 (44.2%)247 (55.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dexter are Production (21 | 4.7%), Material Moving (20 | 4.5%), and Transportation (13 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Dexter

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Dexter
OccupationMaleFemale
Production21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Material Moving13 (65.0%)7 (35.0%)
Total (Category)42 (77.8%)12 (22.2%)
Total (Overall)196 (44.2%)247 (55.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Dexter

Employment Industries in Dexter

The major employment industries in Dexter include Health Care & Social Assistance (178 | 40.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (51 | 11.5%), Administrative & Support (47 | 10.6%), Retail Trade (34 | 7.7%), and Manufacturing (30 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in Dexter

Employment Industries by Sex in Dexter

The Dexter industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Educational Services (87.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dexter
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing24 (80.0%)6 (20.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Retail Trade18 (52.9%)16 (47.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance46 (25.8%)132 (74.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Public Administration5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
Total196 (44.2%)247 (55.8%)

Education in Dexter

School Enrollment in Dexter

The most common levels of schooling among the 429 students in Dexter are college / undergraduate (134 | 31.2%), elementary school (107 | 24.9%), and high school (94 | 21.9%).
School Enrollment in Dexter
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool225.1%
Kindergarten71.6%
Elementary School10724.9%
Middle School6114.2%
High School9421.9%
College / Undergraduate13431.2%
Graduate / Professional40.9%
Total429100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dexter

Out of a total of 429 students who are enrolled in schools in Dexter, 34 (7.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 395 (92.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 100 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dexter
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old89 (95.7%)4 (4.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds54 (93.1%)4 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds49 (86.0%)8 (14.0%)
35 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total395 (92.1%)34 (7.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dexter

Science & technology (42 | 42.0%), education (29 | 29.0%), business (8 | 8.0%), literature & languages (8 | 8.0%), and liberal arts & history (6 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 100 individuals in Dexter who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dexter
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology22.0%
Social Sciences44.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology4242.0%
Business88.0%
Education2929.0%
Literature & Languages88.0%
Liberal Arts & History66.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities11.0%
Total100100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Dexter

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dexter

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dexter are males with 5 or more vehicles (75, accounting for 38.3%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (66, making up 30.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dexter
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)10 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle34 (17.3%)63 (25.5%)
2 Vehicles63 (32.1%)62 (25.1%)
3 Vehicles12 (6.1%)46 (18.6%)
4 Vehicles12 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles75 (38.3%)66 (26.7%)
Total196 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Dexter

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dexter are 20 to 24 minutes (225 commuters, 50.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (78 commuters, 17.6%), and 60 to 89 minutes (52 commuters, 11.7%).
Commute Time in Dexter
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes51.1%
5 to 9 Minutes81.8%
10 to 14 Minutes92.0%
15 to 19 Minutes7817.6%
20 to 24 Minutes22550.8%
25 to 29 Minutes10.2%
30 to 34 Minutes204.5%
35 to 39 Minutes112.5%
40 to 44 Minutes214.7%
45 to 59 Minutes102.3%
60 to 89 Minutes5211.7%
90 or more Minutes30.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Dexter

The most common commute times in Dexter are 20 to 24 minutes (116 commuters, 59.2%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (109 commuters, 44.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Dexter
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1 (0.5%)4 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes2 (1.0%)6 (2.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes4 (2.0%)5 (2.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes32 (16.3%)46 (18.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes116 (59.2%)109 (44.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes1 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes13 (6.6%)7 (2.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (4.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes11 (5.6%)10 (4.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes7 (3.6%)3 (1.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes6 (3.1%)46 (18.6%)
90 or more Minutes3 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dexter

The most frequent times of departure to work in Dexter are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (89, 45.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (105, 42.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dexter
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM14 (7.1%)14 (5.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM20 (10.2%)9 (3.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM21 (10.7%)26 (10.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM11 (5.6%)10 (4.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM19 (9.7%)105 (42.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM15 (7.6%)37 (15.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)4 (1.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (2.0%)9 (3.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM89 (45.4%)33 (13.4%)
Total196 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Dexter

Occupancy by Ownership in Dexter

Of the total 353 dwellings in Dexter, owner-occupied units account for 275 (77.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 78 (22.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Dexter
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units27577.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units7822.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units353100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Dexter

Occupancy by Household Size in Dexter
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10830.6%
2-Person Household8724.6%
3-Person Household298.2%
4+ Person Household12936.5%
Total Housing Units353100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dexter

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dexter
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household103 (95.4%)5 (4.6%)
2-Person Household61 (70.1%)26 (29.9%)
3-Person Household22 (75.9%)7 (24.1%)
4+ Person Household89 (69.0%)40 (31.0%)
Total Housing Units275 (77.9%)78 (22.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dexter

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dexter
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School16 (51.6%)15 (48.4%)
High School Diploma109 (76.2%)34 (23.8%)
College/Associate Degree70 (72.2%)27 (27.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher80 (97.6%)2 (2.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dexter

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dexter
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3810.8%
35 to 44 Years6819.3%
45 to 54 Years7019.8%
55 to 64 Years4713.3%
65 to 74 Years12234.6%
75 to 84 Years10.3%
85 Years and Over72.0%
Total353100.0%

Housing Finances in Dexter

Median Income by Occupancy in Dexter

Median Income by Occupancy in Dexter
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied275 (77.9%)$0
Renter-Occupied78 (22.1%)$34,000
Average353 (100.0%)$34,350

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dexter

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dexter
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9997 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99933 (12.0%)11 (14.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9992 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99984 (30.5%)38 (48.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99920 (7.3%)4 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99927 (9.8%)8 (10.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (6.2%)17 (21.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99933 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more44 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total275 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dexter

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dexter
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30089 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49965 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79924 (8.7%)33 (42.3%)
$800 to $99922 (8.0%)25 (32.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49917 (6.2%)4 (5.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99943 (15.6%)11 (14.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49915 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total275 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Dexter

Housing Structures in Dexter

Housing Structures in Dexter
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached21260.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other14139.9%
Total353100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dexter

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dexter
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached178 (84.0%)34 (16.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other97 (68.8%)44 (31.2%)
Total275 (77.9%)78 (22.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dexter

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dexter
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms56 (20.4%)22 (28.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms141 (51.3%)38 (48.7%)
8 or more Rooms76 (27.6%)18 (23.1%)
Total275 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dexter

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dexter
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas58 (21.1%)4 (5.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity207 (75.3%)74 (94.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total275 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Dexter

Household Vehicle Usage in Dexter
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle7 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle56 (20.4%)52 (66.7%)
2 Vehicles126 (45.8%)12 (15.4%)
3 or more Vehicles86 (31.3%)14 (17.9%)
Total275 (100.0%)78 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Dexter

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dexter

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units18689
Median Property Value$46,400$187,500
Median Household Income$26,907$44
Monthly Housing Costs$312$0
Real Estate Taxes$453$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dexter

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dexter
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000106 (57.0%)3 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99948 (25.8%)30 (33.7%)
$100,000 to $299,99931 (16.7%)56 (62.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more1 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dexter

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dexter
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99941 (22.0%)1 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99980 (43.0%)1 (1.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99917 (9.1%)4 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (11.8%)3 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (5.9%)5 (5.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (4.3%)6 (6.7%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)25 (28.1%)
Total186 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dexter

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dexter
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x81 (43.5%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x64 (34.4%)80 (89.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x28 (15.0%)7 (7.9%)
4.0x or more13 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total186 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dexter

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dexter
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80094 (50.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49910 (5.4%)17 (19.1%)
$800 to $1,49912 (6.5%)69 (77.5%)
Total186 (100.0%)89 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Dexter

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dexter

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dexter
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years59 (88.1%)8 (11.9%)
6 to 18 Years268 (99.6%)1 (0.4%)
19 to 25 Years84 (75.0%)28 (25.0%)
26 to 34 Years102 (84.3%)19 (15.7%)
35 to 44 Years73 (74.5%)25 (25.5%)
45 to 54 Years154 (96.9%)5 (3.1%)
55 to 64 Years59 (89.4%)7 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total949 (91.1%)93 (8.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dexter

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dexter
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born59 (88.1%)8 (11.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen268 (99.6%)1 (0.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen84 (75.0%)28 (25.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dexter

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dexter
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00095 (99.0%)1 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999317 (90.1%)35 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99986 (85.2%)15 (14.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999108 (93.9%)7 (6.1%)
$100,000 and over343 (90.7%)35 (9.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dexter

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dexter
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 631 (46.3%)36 (53.7%)
6 to 18 Years153 (56.9%)121 (45.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)84 (75.0%)
25 to 34 Years18 (14.9%)90 (74.4%)
35 to 44 Years9 (9.2%)64 (65.3%)
45 to 54 Years13 (8.2%)141 (88.7%)
55 to 64 Years7 (10.6%)52 (78.8%)
65 to 74 Years142 (100.0%)92 (64.8%)
75 Years and over8 (100.0%)7 (87.5%)
Total381 (36.6%)687 (65.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dexter

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dexter
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (25.0%)31 (20.5%)
65 to 74 Years46 (76.7%)13 (15.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (12.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dexter

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Dexter: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years36 (60.0%)5 (6.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Dexter: <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 Years1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (9.9%)1 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years11 (18.3%)3 (3.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Dexter: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (14.5%)7 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years33 (55.0%)9 (11.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Dexter: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (15.7%)31 (20.5%)
65 to 74 Years45 (75.0%)5 (6.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Dexter: <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 Years6 (3.5%)3 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (16.7%)2 (2.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Dexter

Computing Device Access in Dexter

Computing Device Access in Dexter
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop17649.9%
Smartphone30686.7%
Tablet15644.2%
No Computing Device4713.3%
Total353100.0%

Internet Access in Dexter

Internet Access in Dexter
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home16145.6%
Cellular Data Only9928.1%
Satellite Internet92.5%
No Internet8824.9%
Total353100.0%

Dexter Summary

Dexter, Georgia is a small town located in Laurens County, Georgia. It is situated in the southeastern part of the state, about halfway between Macon and Savannah. The town was founded in 1820 and named after the town of Dexter, Maine. The population of Dexter in 2000 was 1,093.

Geography

Dexter is located in the Piedmont region of Georgia, which is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The town is situated on the Oconee River, which is a tributary of the Ocmulgee River. The town is surrounded by forests and is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and quail. The climate in Dexter is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Dexter is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and peanuts. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

The population of Dexter in 2000 was 1,093. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 19.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.2% from other races. The median household income in 2000 was $25,938. The per capita income was $14,945.

History

Dexter was founded in 1820 and named after the town of Dexter, Maine. The town was originally a farming community, and the first settlers were mostly of English and Scottish descent. The town was incorporated in 1837 and was home to several cotton plantations. During the Civil War, the town was occupied by Union forces and was the site of several skirmishes. After the war, the town began to decline, and the population decreased. In the late 19th century, the town began to experience a resurgence, and the population began to grow again. The town has remained relatively small and has retained its rural character.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Dexter?
Total Population of Dexter is 1,042.
What is the Total Male Population of Dexter?
Total Male Population of Dexter is 470.
What is the Total Female Population of Dexter?
Total Female Population of Dexter is 572.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dexter?
There are 82.17 Males per 100 Females in Dexter.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dexter?
There are 121.70 Females per 100 Males in Dexter.
What is the Median Population Age in Dexter?
Median Population Age in Dexter is 28.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dexter
Average Family Size in Dexter is 3.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dexter
Average Household Size in Dexter is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dexter?
Per Capita income in Dexter is $25,809.
What is the Median Family Income in Dexter?
Median Family Income in Dexter is $73,125.
What is the Median Household income in Dexter?
Median Household Income in Dexter is $34,350.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dexter?
Income or Wage Gap in Dexter is 2.7%.
Women in Dexter earn 97.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dexter?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dexter is 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dexter?
There are 467 People in the Labor Forcein in Dexter.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dexter?
61.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Dexter.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dexter?
Unemployment Rate in Dexter is 5.1%.