Emerson, GA

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Emerson Overview

1,594
TOTAL POPULATION
809
MALE POPULATION
785
FEMALE POPULATION
103.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.03
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,857
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$74,432
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
14.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
85.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
815
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Emerson Zip Codes

Emerson Area Codes

Race in Emerson

The most populous races in Emerson are White / Caucasian (1,289 | 80.9%), Black / African American (195 | 12.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (146 | 9.2%).
Race in Emerson
Race# Population% Population
Asian30.2%
Black / African American19512.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1469.2%
Native / Alaskan523.3%
White / Caucasian1,28980.9%
Two or more Races392.5%
Some other Race161.0%
Total1,594100.0%

Ancestry in Emerson

The most populous ancestries reported in Emerson are American (207 | 13.0%), German (189 | 11.9%), English (178 | 11.2%), Irish (161 | 10.1%), and Central American (100 | 6.3%), together accounting for 52.4% of all Emerson residents.
Ancestry in Emerson
Ancestry# Population% Population
American20713.0%
British150.9%
Central American1006.3%
Central American Indian513.2%
Cherokee211.3%
Danish70.4%
Dutch30.2%
English17811.2%
European80.5%
French392.5%
French Canadian30.2%
German18911.9%
Guatemalan1006.3%
Irish16110.1%
Iroquois10.1%
Italian372.3%
Korean60.4%
Mexican281.8%
Norwegian30.2%
Puerto Rican181.1%
Russian60.4%
Scandinavian181.1%
Scotch-Irish301.9%
Scottish704.4%
Swedish90.6%
Swiss30.2%
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Immigrants in Emerson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Emerson came from Central America (65 | 4.1%), Latin America (65 | 4.1%), Guatemala (40 | 2.5%), Mexico (21 | 1.3%), and El Salvador (4 | 0.3%), together accounting for 12.2% of all Emerson residents.
Immigrants in Emerson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia30.2%
Central America654.1%
El Salvador40.3%
England30.2%
Europe30.2%
Guatemala402.5%
Latin America654.1%
Mexico211.3%
Northern Europe30.2%
Philippines30.2%
South Eastern Asia30.2%
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Sex and Age in Emerson

Sex and Age in Emerson

The most populous age groups in Emerson are 10 to 14 Years (90 | 11.1%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (84 | 10.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Emerson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years56 (6.9%)40 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years45 (5.6%)52 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Years90 (11.1%)45 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years32 (4.0%)16 (2.0%)
20 to 24 Years70 (8.6%)84 (10.7%)
25 to 29 Years46 (5.7%)47 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Years36 (4.4%)65 (8.3%)
35 to 39 Years34 (4.2%)40 (5.1%)
40 to 44 Years23 (2.8%)73 (9.3%)
45 to 49 Years82 (10.1%)67 (8.5%)
50 to 54 Years38 (4.7%)45 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years53 (6.6%)47 (6.0%)
60 to 64 Years59 (7.3%)43 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years72 (8.9%)40 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years41 (5.1%)42 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years11 (1.4%)24 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years17 (2.1%)5 (0.6%)
85 Years and over4 (0.5%)10 (1.3%)
Total809 (100.0%)785 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Emerson

Median Family Size in Emerson

The median family size in Emerson is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (85 | 20.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.09 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (11 | 2.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.73 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Emerson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple326 (77.2%)2.97
Single Male/Father11 (2.6%)2.73
Single Female/Mother85 (20.1%)4.09
Total Families422 (100.0%)3.19

Median Household Size in Emerson

The median household size in Emerson is 2.60 persons per household, with single female/mother households (85 | 13.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.28 persons per household. non-family households (188 | 30.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Emerson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple326 (53.4%)3.04
Single Male/Father11 (1.8%)2.73
Single Female/Mother85 (13.9%)4.28
Non-family188 (30.8%)1.07
Total Households610 (100.0%)2.60

Household Size by Marriage Status in Emerson

Out of a total of 610 households in Emerson, 422 (69.2%) are family households, while 188 (30.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 186, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 176.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Emerson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-176 (28.8%)
2-Person Households186 (30.5%)12 (2.0%)
3-Person Households89 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households116 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households17 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households14 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total422 (69.2%)188 (30.8%)

Female Fertility in Emerson

Fertility by Age in Emerson

Average fertility rate in Emerson is 97.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 194.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Emerson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years38 (100.0%)194.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total38 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Emerson

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Emerson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Emerson

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Emerson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (23.7%)78.0
College or Associate's Degree29 (76.3%)220.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total38 (100.0%)97.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Emerson

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Emerson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Emerson

Income Overview in Emerson

Per Capita Income in Emerson is $41,857, while median incomes of families and households are $82,500 and $74,432 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,594$41,857
Median Family Income422$82,500
Mean Family Income422$130,986
Median Household Income610$74,432
Mean Household Income610$105,872
Income Deficit422$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,59414.32%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,59485.68¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5940.52

Earnings by Sex in Emerson

Average Earnings in Emerson are $46,012, $49,750 for men and $42,625 for women, a difference of 14.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Emerson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male403 (47.6%)$49,750
Female443 (52.4%)$42,625
Total846 (100.0%)$46,012

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Emerson

The most common earnings brackets in Emerson are $100,000+ for men (69 | 17.1%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (72 | 16.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Emerson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less25 (6.2%)36 (8.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)7 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (1.0%)16 (3.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (1.5%)4 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (2.5%)21 (4.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (1.5%)2 (0.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)13 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (1.2%)11 (2.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99918 (4.5%)9 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99915 (3.7%)27 (6.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99948 (11.9%)19 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9991 (0.3%)11 (2.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99933 (8.2%)55 (12.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99927 (6.7%)23 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99919 (4.7%)30 (6.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99941 (10.2%)72 (16.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99934 (8.4%)37 (8.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (9.4%)16 (3.6%)
$100,000+69 (17.1%)34 (7.7%)
Total403 (100.0%)443 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Emerson

Average earnings in Emerson are $60,469 for men and $46,063 for women, a difference of 23.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $79,333, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,908. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,269, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,923.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Emerson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$49,000$45,417
High School Diploma$46,908$26,923
College or Associate's Degree$67,045$44,250
Bachelor's Degree$79,333$56,607
Graduate Degree--
Total$60,469$46,063

Family Income in Emerson

Family Income Brackets in Emerson

According to the Emerson family income data, there are 73 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Emerson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000235.5%
$10,000 to $14,99951.2%
$15,000 to $24,999225.2%
$25,000 to $34,999143.3%
$35,000 to $49,9994410.4%
$50,000 to $74,9996515.4%
$75,000 to $99,9996014.2%
$100,000 to $149,9997317.3%
$150,000 to $199,9994911.6%
$200,000+6715.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Emerson

3-person families (96 | 22.8%) account for the highest median family income in Emerson with $117,500 per family, while 2-person families (192 | 45.5%) have the highest median income of $45,357 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Emerson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families192 (45.5%)$90,714
3-Person Families96 (22.8%)$117,500
4-Person Families117 (27.7%)$78,125
5-Person Families7 (1.7%)$0
6-Person Families10 (2.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total422 (100.0%)$82,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Emerson

Family Income by Number of Earners in Emerson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners79 (18.7%)$0
1 Earner111 (26.3%)$59,803
2 Earners161 (38.2%)$120,063
3+ Earners71 (16.8%)$137,813
Total422 (100.0%)$82,500

Household Income in Emerson

Household Income Brackets in Emerson

With 109 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Emerson, accounting for 17.9% of all households. In contrast, only 14 households (2.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Emerson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006310.3%
$10,000 to $14,999142.3%
$15,000 to $24,9996510.7%
$25,000 to $34,999183.0%
$35,000 to $49,999416.7%
$50,000 to $74,99910917.9%
$75,000 to $99,9998714.3%
$100,000 to $149,9999415.4%
$150,000 to $199,999498.0%
$200,000+7011.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Emerson

The median household income in Emerson is $74,432, with the highest median household income of $81,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 208 households (34.1%) 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 16 households (2.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Emerson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years16 (2.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years198 (32.5%)$74,861
45 to 64 Years208 (34.1%)$81,250
65+ Years188 (30.8%)$37,143
Total610 (100.0%)$74,432

Poverty in Emerson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Emerson

With 10.2% poverty level for males and 10.0% for females among the residents of Emerson, 75 year old and over males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (43.8%) and 23 females (56.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Emerson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)23 (41.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)23 (56.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years22 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)17 (15.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (3.3%)4 (3.6%)
55 to 64 Years21 (18.8%)8 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years21 (18.6%)3 (3.7%)
75 Years and over14 (43.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (10.2%)78 (10.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Emerson

According to the poverty statistics in Emerson, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Emerson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years56 (100.0%)40 (100.0%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years59 (100.0%)32 (58.2%)
12 to 14 Years59 (100.0%)18 (43.9%)
15 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years15 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years58 (72.5%)88 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years82 (100.0%)112 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years57 (100.0%)96 (85.0%)
45 to 54 Years116 (96.7%)108 (96.4%)
55 to 64 Years91 (81.2%)82 (91.1%)
65 to 74 Years92 (81.4%)79 (96.3%)
75 Years and over18 (56.2%)39 (100.0%)
Total721 (89.8%)705 (90.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Emerson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Emerson show that 3.4% or 11 of the total 326 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.4%, comprising of 11 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 Emerson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children193 (94.6%)11 (5.4%)
1 or 2 Children117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total315 (96.6%)11 (3.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Emerson

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Emerson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)17 (24.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)17 (20.0%)

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

The poverty data for Emerson shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 17 of the single-parent households (17.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (5.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (24.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Emerson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)17 (24.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (3.4%)17 (17.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Emerson

Employment by Class of Employer in Emerson

Among the 744 employed individuals in Emerson, private company employees (531 | 71.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (65 | 8.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (48 | 6.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Emerson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees53171.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)405.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)658.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations486.5%
Local Government Employees253.4%
State Government Employees253.4%
Federal Government Employees70.9%
Unpaid Family Workers30.4%
Total744100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Emerson

According to the labor force statistics for Emerson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,260), 64.7% or 815 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 53 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 92.2% or 142 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 30.8% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Emerson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years13 (31.0%)4 (30.8%)
20 to 24 Years142 (92.2%)34 (23.9%)
25 to 29 Years78 (83.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years92 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years150 (88.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years187 (80.6%)12 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years49 (49.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years53 (52.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years51 (26.2%)3 (5.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total815 (64.7%)53 (6.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Emerson

According to labor force statistics for Emerson, 76.3% of individuals (609) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (798) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 12 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.5% or 242 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.9% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Emerson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School58 (65.2%)6 (6.9%)
High School Diploma164 (67.5%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree145 (79.2%)10 (5.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher242 (85.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total609 (76.3%)16 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Emerson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Emerson are Management (119 | 15.7%), Community & Social Service (52 | 6.9%), Business & Financial (50 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (29 | 3.8%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (24 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Emerson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Emerson, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (70.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (89.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Emerson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management81 (68.1%)38 (31.9%)
Business & Financial8 (16.0%)42 (84.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (19.1%)17 (80.9%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 26 (50.0%)26 (50.0%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library4 (21.0%)15 (78.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment17 (70.8%)7 (29.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating3 (10.3%)26 (89.7%)
Health Technologists3 (13.6%)19 (86.4%)
Total (Category)122 (45.0%)149 (55.0%)
Total (Overall)352 (46.5%)405 (53.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Emerson are Food Preparation & Serving (44 | 5.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (20 | 2.6%), Personal Care & Service (17 | 2.2%), Healthcare Support (9 | 1.2%), and Security & Protection (3 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations in Emerson

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Emerson, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (65.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Emerson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Security & Protection3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving23 (52.3%)21 (47.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance7 (35.0%)13 (65.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total (Category)33 (35.5%)60 (64.5%)
Total (Overall)352 (46.5%)405 (53.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Emerson are Office & Administration (103 | 13.6%), and Sales & Related (78 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Emerson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Emerson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related45 (57.7%)33 (42.3%)
Office & Administration3 (2.9%)100 (97.1%)
Total (Category)48 (26.5%)133 (73.5%)
Total (Overall)352 (46.5%)405 (53.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Emerson are Construction & Extraction (51 | 6.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (26 | 3.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Emerson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Emerson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction48 (94.1%)3 (5.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)74 (96.1%)3 (3.9%)
Total (Overall)352 (46.5%)405 (53.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Emerson are Production (91 | 12.0%), Transportation (24 | 3.2%), and Material Moving (20 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Emerson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Emerson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production43 (47.2%)48 (52.7%)
Transportation12 (50.0%)12 (50.0%)
Material Moving20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)75 (55.6%)60 (44.4%)
Total (Overall)352 (46.5%)405 (53.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Emerson

Employment Industries in Emerson

The major employment industries in Emerson include Manufacturing (119 | 15.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (84 | 11.1%), Finance & Insurance (74 | 9.8%), Educational Services (53 | 7.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (53 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Emerson

Employment Industries by Sex in Emerson

The Emerson industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Educational Services (83.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (81.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Emerson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction49 (94.2%)3 (5.8%)
Manufacturing63 (52.9%)56 (47.1%)
Wholesale Trade11 (39.3%)17 (60.7%)
Retail Trade18 (46.2%)21 (53.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing29 (69.1%)13 (30.9%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance34 (46.0%)40 (54.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing7 (18.4%)31 (81.6%)
Professional & Scientific24 (49.0%)25 (51.0%)
Enterprise Management3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services9 (17.0%)44 (83.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance17 (20.2%)67 (79.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services23 (43.4%)30 (56.6%)
Public Administration7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Total352 (46.5%)405 (53.5%)

Education in Emerson

School Enrollment in Emerson

The most common levels of schooling among the 340 students in Emerson are middle school (113 | 33.2%), elementary school (79 | 23.2%), and high school (69 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Emerson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten185.3%
Elementary School7923.2%
Middle School11333.2%
High School6920.3%
College / Undergraduate3811.2%
Graduate / Professional236.8%
Total340100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Emerson

Out of a total of 340 students who are enrolled in schools in Emerson, 9 (2.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 331 (97.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (11.5% 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 135 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Emerson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old92 (94.9%)5 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds32 (97.0%)1 (3.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over23 (88.5%)3 (11.5%)
Total331 (97.4%)9 (2.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Emerson

Business (115 | 30.6%), science & technology (44 | 11.7%), social sciences (40 | 10.6%), liberal arts & history (28 | 7.4%), and engineering (27 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 376 individuals in Emerson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Emerson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural61.6%
Physical & Health Sciences256.7%
Psychology82.1%
Social Sciences4010.6%
Engineering277.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology4411.7%
Business11530.6%
Education205.3%
Literature & Languages236.1%
Liberal Arts & History287.4%
Visual & Performing Arts71.9%
Communications164.3%
Arts & Humanities174.5%
Total376100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Emerson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Emerson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Emerson are males with 2 vehicles (127, accounting for 35.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (121, making up 32.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Emerson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4 (1.1%)9 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle16 (4.5%)81 (20.9%)
2 Vehicles127 (35.6%)121 (31.3%)
3 Vehicles103 (28.8%)137 (35.4%)
4 Vehicles96 (26.9%)19 (4.9%)
5 or more Vehicles11 (3.1%)20 (5.2%)
Total357 (100.0%)387 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Emerson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Emerson are 15 to 19 minutes (137 commuters, 20.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (101 commuters, 15.3%), and 60 to 89 minutes (79 commuters, 12.0%).
Commute Time in Emerson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes243.6%
5 to 9 Minutes233.5%
10 to 14 Minutes629.4%
15 to 19 Minutes13720.8%
20 to 24 Minutes10115.3%
25 to 29 Minutes365.5%
30 to 34 Minutes7411.3%
35 to 39 Minutes30.5%
40 to 44 Minutes406.1%
45 to 59 Minutes456.8%
60 to 89 Minutes7912.0%
90 or more Minutes345.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Emerson

The most common commute times in Emerson are 20 to 24 minutes (78 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (89 commuters, 25.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Emerson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes11 (3.6%)13 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes3 (1.0%)20 (5.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes14 (4.6%)48 (13.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes48 (15.7%)89 (25.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes78 (25.6%)23 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)36 (10.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes37 (12.1%)37 (10.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes3 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes36 (11.8%)4 (1.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (2.9%)36 (10.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes54 (17.7%)25 (7.1%)
90 or more Minutes12 (3.9%)22 (6.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Emerson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Emerson are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (59, 19.3%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (67, 19.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Emerson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM12 (3.9%)16 (4.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM25 (8.2%)2 (0.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM11 (3.6%)7 (2.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM59 (19.3%)27 (7.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM36 (11.8%)38 (10.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM48 (15.7%)50 (14.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM20 (6.6%)54 (15.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM15 (4.9%)11 (3.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM18 (5.9%)7 (2.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3 (1.0%)21 (5.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM6 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM15 (4.9%)67 (19.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM37 (12.1%)53 (15.0%)
Total305 (100.0%)353 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Emerson

Occupancy by Ownership in Emerson

Of the total 610 dwellings in Emerson, owner-occupied units account for 415 (68.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 195 (32.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Emerson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units41568.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units19532.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units610100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Emerson

Occupancy by Household Size in Emerson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household17628.8%
2-Person Household19832.5%
3-Person Household8914.6%
4+ Person Household14724.1%
Total Housing Units610100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Emerson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Emerson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household87 (49.4%)89 (50.6%)
2-Person Household171 (86.4%)27 (13.6%)
3-Person Household75 (84.3%)14 (15.7%)
4+ Person Household82 (55.8%)65 (44.2%)
Total Housing Units415 (68.0%)195 (32.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Emerson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Emerson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School73 (64.0%)41 (36.0%)
High School Diploma93 (57.4%)69 (42.6%)
College/Associate Degree88 (80.0%)22 (20.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher161 (71.9%)63 (28.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Emerson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Emerson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9715.9%
35 to 44 Years11719.2%
45 to 54 Years10216.7%
55 to 64 Years10617.4%
65 to 74 Years14523.8%
75 to 84 Years365.9%
85 Years and Over71.1%
Total610100.0%

Housing Finances in Emerson

Median Income by Occupancy in Emerson

Median Income by Occupancy in Emerson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied415 (68.0%)$79,669
Renter-Occupied195 (32.0%)$48,125
Average610 (100.0%)$74,432

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Emerson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Emerson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00028 (6.8%)35 (17.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99914 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (3.4%)25 (12.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9997 (1.7%)19 (9.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (3.1%)5 (2.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99926 (6.3%)15 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99976 (18.3%)33 (16.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (18.1%)12 (6.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99962 (14.9%)32 (16.4%)
$150,000 or more100 (24.1%)19 (9.7%)
Total415 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Emerson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Emerson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30056 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49934 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79969 (16.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99930 (7.2%)35 (17.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49981 (19.5%)66 (33.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99944 (10.6%)29 (14.9%)
$2,000 to $2,49923 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99910 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more68 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total415 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Emerson

Housing Structures in Emerson

Housing Structures in Emerson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached56993.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments30.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments30.5%
10 or more Apartments50.8%
Mobile Home / Other304.9%
Total610100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Emerson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Emerson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached390 (68.5%)179 (31.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other19 (63.3%)11 (36.7%)
Total415 (68.0%)195 (32.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Emerson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Emerson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)3 (1.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms9 (2.2%)42 (21.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms108 (26.0%)79 (40.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms195 (47.0%)63 (32.3%)
8 or more Rooms103 (24.8%)8 (4.1%)
Total415 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Emerson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Emerson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas98 (23.6%)23 (11.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas26 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity291 (70.1%)172 (88.2%)
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%)
Total415 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Emerson

Household Vehicle Usage in Emerson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (1.9%)13 (6.7%)
1 Vehicle53 (12.8%)90 (46.2%)
2 Vehicles183 (44.1%)68 (34.9%)
3 or more Vehicles171 (41.2%)24 (12.3%)
Total415 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Emerson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Emerson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units173242
Median Property Value$132,800$216,000
Median Household Income$58,047$87
Monthly Housing Costs$487$68
Real Estate Taxes$1,147$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Emerson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Emerson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00022 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99945 (26.0%)6 (2.5%)
$100,000 to $299,99976 (43.9%)132 (54.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)12 (5.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99920 (11.6%)36 (14.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9993 (1.7%)33 (13.6%)
$1,000,000 or more7 (4.1%)23 (9.5%)
Total173 (100.0%)242 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Emerson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Emerson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00028 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99935 (20.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9993 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (4.6%)10 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99935 (20.2%)18 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (22.0%)41 (16.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (7.5%)37 (15.3%)
$150,000 or more13 (7.5%)49 (20.3%)
Total173 (100.0%)242 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Emerson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Emerson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x73 (42.2%)114,444 (47,290.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x11 (6.4%)85 (35.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x11 (6.4%)78 (32.2%)
4.0x or more53 (30.6%)30 (12.4%)
Total173 (100.0%)242 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Emerson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Emerson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80057 (33.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49943 (24.9%)12 (5.0%)
$800 to $1,49952 (30.1%)35 (14.5%)
Total173 (100.0%)242 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Emerson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Emerson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Emerson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years243 (95.3%)12 (4.7%)
19 to 25 Years132 (74.2%)46 (25.8%)
26 to 34 Years161 (92.5%)13 (7.5%)
35 to 44 Years146 (88.5%)19 (11.5%)
45 to 54 Years200 (86.2%)32 (13.8%)
55 to 64 Years174 (86.1%)28 (13.9%)
65 to 74 Years187 (95.9%)8 (4.1%)
75 Years and older71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,423 (90.0%)158 (10.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Emerson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Emerson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen243 (95.3%)12 (4.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen132 (74.2%)46 (25.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Emerson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Emerson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000251 (91.6%)23 (8.4%)
$25,000 to $49,99995 (74.2%)33 (25.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999247 (87.6%)35 (12.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999225 (94.5%)13 (5.5%)
$100,000 and over605 (91.8%)54 (8.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Emerson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Emerson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 639 (35.8%)70 (64.2%)
6 to 18 Years146 (57.3%)113 (44.3%)
19 to 25 Years22 (12.4%)110 (61.8%)
25 to 34 Years7 (4.0%)154 (88.5%)
35 to 44 Years45 (27.3%)111 (67.3%)
45 to 54 Years28 (12.1%)176 (75.9%)
55 to 64 Years20 (9.9%)156 (77.2%)
65 to 74 Years181 (92.8%)70 (35.9%)
75 Years and over68 (95.8%)40 (56.3%)
Total556 (35.2%)1,000 (63.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Emerson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Emerson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (10.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.1%)7 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years25 (8.8%)65 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years33 (29.2%)17 (20.7%)
75 Years and over10 (31.2%)26 (66.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Emerson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Emerson: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (10.6%)9 (11.0%)
75 Years and over3 (9.4%)11 (28.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Emerson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (10.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.1%)7 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.7%)21 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.7%)
75 Years and over3 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Emerson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years20 (7.0%)38 (12.1%)
65 to 74 Years21 (18.6%)6 (7.3%)
75 Years and over3 (9.4%)11 (28.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Emerson: <span>Ambulatory 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 Years21 (7.4%)17 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years24 (21.2%)3 (3.7%)
75 Years and over10 (31.2%)19 (48.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Emerson: <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 Years18 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (18.6%)3 (3.7%)
75 Years and over10 (31.2%)10 (25.6%)

Technology Access in Emerson

Computing Device Access in Emerson

Computing Device Access in Emerson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop50883.3%
Smartphone54589.3%
Tablet38563.1%
No Computing Device365.9%
Total610100.0%

Internet Access in Emerson

Internet Access in Emerson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home37661.6%
Cellular Data Only11218.4%
Satellite Internet274.4%
No Internet10717.5%
Total610100.0%

Emerson Summary

Emerson, Georgia is a small city located in Bartow County, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area and is located about 40 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta. The city has a population of approximately 1,500 people and is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere.

History

The area that is now Emerson was first settled in the early 1800s by settlers from North Carolina. The town was originally known as “Crossroads” due to its location at the intersection of two major roads. In 1882, the town was renamed Emerson after a local doctor, Dr. John Emerson.
The town was incorporated in 1883 and quickly grew to become a thriving community. The town was home to several businesses, including a cotton gin, a grist mill, a sawmill, and a blacksmith shop. The town also had a post office, a bank, and a hotel.
In the early 1900s, the town began to decline as the railroad bypassed it and the local economy shifted away from agriculture. The town was nearly abandoned by the 1950s, but was revitalized in the 1970s when the city was designated as a historic district.

Geography

Emerson is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia. The city is situated at the intersection of two major highways, US 41 and GA 140. The city is surrounded by the cities of Cartersville, Acworth, and Kennesaw.
The city has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The city is located at an elevation of 890 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Emerson is largely based on tourism and retail. The city is home to several antique stores, art galleries, and specialty shops. The city also has several restaurants and bars.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including Emerson Electric, which produces electrical components and systems. The city is also home to several small businesses, including a printing company, a furniture store, and a bakery.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Emerson was 1,500. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 8.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 11.3% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Emerson?
Total Population of Emerson is 1,594.
What is the Total Male Population of Emerson?
Total Male Population of Emerson is 809.
What is the Total Female Population of Emerson?
Total Female Population of Emerson is 785.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Emerson?
There are 103.06 Males per 100 Females in Emerson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Emerson?
There are 97.03 Females per 100 Males in Emerson.
What is the Median Population Age in Emerson?
Median Population Age in Emerson is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Emerson
Average Family Size in Emerson is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Emerson
Average Household Size in Emerson is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Emerson?
Per Capita income in Emerson is $41,857.
What is the Median Family Income in Emerson?
Median Family Income in Emerson is $82,500.
What is the Median Household income in Emerson?
Median Household Income in Emerson is $74,432.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Emerson?
Income or Wage Gap in Emerson is 14.3%.
Women in Emerson earn 85.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Emerson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Emerson is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Emerson?
There are 815 People in the Labor Forcein in Emerson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Emerson?
64.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Emerson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Emerson?
Unemployment Rate in Emerson is 6.5%.