Fitzgerald, GA

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Fitzgerald Overview

8,972
TOTAL POPULATION
3,977
MALE POPULATION
4,995
FEMALE POPULATION
79.62
MALES / 100 FEMALES
125.60
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,293
PER CAPITA INCOME
$37,024
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$32,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,017
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Fitzgerald Zip Codes

Fitzgerald Area Codes

Race in Fitzgerald

The most populous races in Fitzgerald are Black / African American (4,851 | 54.1%), White / Caucasian (3,913 | 43.6%), and Two or more Races (121 | 1.3%).
Race in Fitzgerald
Race# Population% Population
Asian630.7%
Black / African American4,85154.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1021.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,91343.6%
Two or more Races1211.3%
Some other Race240.3%
Total8,972100.0%

Ancestry in Fitzgerald

The most populous ancestries reported in Fitzgerald are English (528 | 5.9%), German (449 | 5.0%), American (428 | 4.8%), Irish (383 | 4.3%), and European (148 | 1.7%), together accounting for 21.6% of all Fitzgerald residents.
Ancestry in Fitzgerald
Ancestry# Population% Population
African340.4%
American4284.8%
Bhutanese320.4%
British700.8%
Burmese90.1%
Cherokee100.1%
Colombian140.2%
Croatian200.2%
Dominican360.4%
Dutch270.3%
Eastern European100.1%
English5285.9%
European1481.7%
French590.7%
German4495.0%
Hungarian130.1%
Indian (Asian)140.2%
Irish3834.3%
Italian390.4%
Jamaican120.1%
Korean140.2%
Mexican520.6%
Scotch-Irish190.2%
Scottish1191.3%
South American140.2%
Subsaharan African370.4%
Welsh100.1%
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Immigrants in Fitzgerald

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fitzgerald came from Latin America (81 | 0.9%), Central America (42 | 0.5%), Asia (31 | 0.4%), Caribbean (25 | 0.3%), and Eastern Asia (23 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.3% of all Fitzgerald residents.
Immigrants in Fitzgerald
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia310.4%
Caribbean250.3%
Central America420.5%
China140.2%
Colombia140.2%
Dominican Republic130.1%
Eastern Asia230.3%
Eastern Europe130.1%
Europe130.1%
Honduras140.2%
Hungary130.1%
Jamaica120.1%
Korea90.1%
Latin America810.9%
Mexico110.1%
Pakistan80.1%
South America140.2%
South Central Asia80.1%
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Sex and Age in Fitzgerald

Sex and Age in Fitzgerald

The most populous age groups in Fitzgerald are 10 to 14 Years (529 | 13.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (460 | 9.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fitzgerald
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years228 (5.7%)403 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Years175 (4.4%)245 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Years529 (13.3%)370 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Years239 (6.0%)153 (3.1%)
20 to 24 Years372 (9.3%)396 (7.9%)
25 to 29 Years389 (9.8%)348 (7.0%)
30 to 34 Years169 (4.3%)420 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Years184 (4.6%)313 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Years142 (3.6%)258 (5.2%)
45 to 49 Years195 (4.9%)206 (4.1%)
50 to 54 Years287 (7.2%)205 (4.1%)
55 to 59 Years381 (9.6%)214 (4.3%)
60 to 64 Years235 (5.9%)460 (9.2%)
65 to 69 Years109 (2.7%)301 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years81 (2.0%)176 (3.5%)
75 to 79 Years191 (4.8%)318 (6.4%)
80 to 84 Years45 (1.1%)99 (2.0%)
85 Years and over26 (0.6%)110 (2.2%)
Total3,977 (100.0%)4,995 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fitzgerald

Median Family Size in Fitzgerald

The median family size in Fitzgerald is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,090 | 48.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (167 | 7.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.44 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fitzgerald
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,090 (48.7%)3.25
Single Male/Father167 (7.5%)2.44
Single Female/Mother983 (43.9%)2.98
Total Families2,240 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in Fitzgerald

The median household size in Fitzgerald is 2.29 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,090 | 28.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.26 persons per household. non-family households (1,538 | 40.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fitzgerald
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,090 (28.8%)3.26
Single Male/Father167 (4.4%)2.75
Single Female/Mother983 (26.0%)2.98
Non-family1,538 (40.7%)1.11
Total Households3,778 (100.0%)2.29

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fitzgerald

Out of a total of 3,778 households in Fitzgerald, 2,240 (59.3%) are family households, while 1,538 (40.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,253, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,407.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fitzgerald
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,407 (37.2%)
2-Person Households1,253 (33.2%)108 (2.9%)
3-Person Households458 (12.1%)23 (0.6%)
4-Person Households284 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households168 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households44 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households33 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,240 (59.3%)1,538 (40.7%)

Female Fertility in Fitzgerald

Fertility by Age in Fitzgerald

Average fertility rate in Fitzgerald is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 119.0 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 Fitzgerald
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years139 (100.0%)119.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total139 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fitzgerald

46.0% of women with births (139) in Fitzgerald are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 54.0% 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 54.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fitzgerald
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years64 (46.0%)75 (54.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (46.0%)75 (54.0%)

Fertility by Education in Fitzgerald

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fitzgerald
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School33 (23.7%)237.0
High School Diploma59 (42.4%)57.0
College or Associate's Degree42 (30.2%)75.0
Bachelor's Degree5 (3.6%)16.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total139 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fitzgerald

54.0% of women with births in Fitzgerald 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.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fitzgerald
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
High School Diploma59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (46.0%)75 (54.0%)

Income in Fitzgerald

Income Overview in Fitzgerald

Per Capita Income in Fitzgerald is $20,293, while median incomes of families and households are $37,024 and $32,500 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,972$20,293
Median Family Income2,240$37,024
Mean Family Income2,240$56,228
Median Household Income3,778$32,500
Mean Household Income3,778$47,590
Income Deficit2,240$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,97213.72%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,97286.28¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,9720.45

Earnings by Sex in Fitzgerald

Average Earnings in Fitzgerald are $28,875, $32,324 for men and $27,889 for women, a difference of 13.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Fitzgerald
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,004 (48.6%)$32,324
Female2,123 (51.4%)$27,889
Total4,127 (100.0%)$28,875

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fitzgerald

The most common earnings brackets in Fitzgerald are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (293 | 14.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (344 | 16.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fitzgerald
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less188 (9.4%)195 (9.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99958 (2.9%)41 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499155 (7.7%)119 (5.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99971 (3.5%)80 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49959 (2.9%)76 (3.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99964 (3.2%)89 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49981 (4.0%)89 (4.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99941 (2.1%)257 (12.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (0.3%)6 (0.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99967 (3.3%)56 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999134 (6.7%)344 (16.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999204 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99947 (2.4%)82 (3.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999147 (7.3%)51 (2.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99947 (2.4%)99 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99933 (1.7%)79 (3.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999142 (7.1%)211 (9.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999293 (14.6%)135 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99994 (4.7%)50 (2.4%)
$100,000+74 (3.7%)64 (3.0%)
Total2,004 (100.0%)2,123 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fitzgerald

Average earnings in Fitzgerald are $32,819 for men and $27,846 for women, a difference of 15.1%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $47,101, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,869. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,768, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $14,402.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fitzgerald
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$28,869$27,619
College or Associate's Degree$47,101$14,402
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$32,819$27,846

Family Income in Fitzgerald

Family Income Brackets in Fitzgerald

According to the Fitzgerald family income data, there are 439 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.6% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 40 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Fitzgerald
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002179.7%
$10,000 to $14,999783.5%
$15,000 to $24,99931614.1%
$25,000 to $34,99943919.6%
$35,000 to $49,99924410.9%
$50,000 to $74,99928912.9%
$75,000 to $99,99927612.3%
$100,000 to $149,99926912.0%
$150,000 to $199,999693.1%
$200,000+401.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fitzgerald

5-person families (162 | 7.2%) account for the highest median family income in Fitzgerald with $113,859 per family, while 5-person families (162 | 7.2%) have the highest median income of $22,772 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fitzgerald
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,264 (56.4%)$31,447
3-Person Families504 (22.5%)$35,700
4-Person Families236 (10.5%)$0
5-Person Families162 (7.2%)$113,859
6-Person Families41 (1.8%)$108,819
7+ Person Families33 (1.5%)$0
Total2,240 (100.0%)$37,024

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fitzgerald

The median family income in Fitzgerald is $37,024, with families comprising 3+ earners (212) having the highest median family income of $114,007, while families with no earners (525) have the lowest median family income of $24,707, accounting for 9.5% and 23.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fitzgerald
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners525 (23.4%)$24,707
1 Earner810 (36.2%)$29,186
2 Earners693 (30.9%)$77,829
3+ Earners212 (9.5%)$114,007
Total2,240 (100.0%)$37,024

Household Income in Fitzgerald

Household Income Brackets in Fitzgerald

With 763 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Fitzgerald, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 42 households (1.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fitzgerald
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00046812.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991854.9%
$15,000 to $24,99957415.2%
$25,000 to $34,99976320.2%
$35,000 to $49,99946512.3%
$50,000 to $74,99958615.5%
$75,000 to $99,9993148.3%
$100,000 to $149,9993108.2%
$150,000 to $199,999721.9%
$200,000+421.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fitzgerald

The median household income in Fitzgerald is $32,500, with the highest median household income of $37,105 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,412 households (37.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,682, with 390 households (10.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fitzgerald
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years390 (10.3%)$28,682
25 to 44 Years1,153 (30.5%)$37,083
45 to 64 Years1,412 (37.4%)$37,105
65+ Years823 (21.8%)$29,196
Total3,778 (100.0%)$32,500

Poverty in Fitzgerald

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fitzgerald

With 19.8% poverty level for males and 33.0% for females among the residents of Fitzgerald, under 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 144 males (63.2%) and 275 females (67.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fitzgerald
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years144 (63.2%)214 (53.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years146 (42.2%)275 (67.2%)
12 to 14 Years102 (34.1%)67 (32.5%)
15 Years25 (24.3%)17 (58.6%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)31 (29.0%)
18 to 24 Years49 (11.0%)100 (24.2%)
25 to 34 Years37 (7.0%)372 (48.4%)
35 to 44 Years6 (2.1%)242 (42.4%)
45 to 54 Years90 (19.5%)14 (3.4%)
55 to 64 Years136 (22.6%)79 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (10.1%)117 (25.3%)
75 Years and over6 (2.3%)65 (16.8%)
Total759 (19.8%)1,593 (33.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fitzgerald

According to the poverty statistics in Fitzgerald, males aged 5 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 96.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fitzgerald
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years84 (36.8%)189 (46.9%)
5 Years59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years200 (57.8%)134 (32.8%)
12 to 14 Years197 (65.9%)139 (67.5%)
15 Years78 (75.7%)12 (41.4%)
16 and 17 Years44 (100.0%)76 (71.0%)
18 to 24 Years397 (89.0%)313 (75.8%)
25 to 34 Years490 (93.0%)396 (51.6%)
35 to 44 Years277 (97.9%)329 (57.6%)
45 to 54 Years371 (80.5%)397 (96.6%)
55 to 64 Years466 (77.4%)577 (88.0%)
65 to 74 Years161 (89.9%)346 (74.7%)
75 Years and over250 (97.7%)322 (83.2%)
Total3,074 (80.2%)3,230 (67.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fitzgerald

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fitzgerald show that 1.3% or 14 of the total 1,090 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.8%, comprising of 14 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 Fitzgerald
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children741 (98.2%)14 (1.8%)
1 or 2 Children273 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,076 (98.7%)14 (1.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fitzgerald

According to the poverty data in Fitzgerald, 31.7% or 53 single-father households and 47.2% or 464 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 households (77.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 33 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fitzgerald
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children53 (77.9%)48 (11.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)364 (71.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)19 (67.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Total53 (31.7%)464 (47.2%)

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

The poverty data for Fitzgerald shows that 14 of the married-couple family households (1.3%) and 517 of the single-parent households (45.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (1.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 33 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fitzgerald
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children14 (1.8%)101 (21.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)364 (59.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)19 (67.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Total14 (1.3%)517 (45.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Fitzgerald

Employment by Class of Employer in Fitzgerald

Among the 3,766 employed individuals in Fitzgerald, private company employees (2,510 | 66.6%), local government employees (433 | 11.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (218 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fitzgerald
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,51066.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1052.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1514.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations2185.8%
Local Government Employees43311.5%
State Government Employees2105.6%
Federal Government Employees1393.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,766100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Fitzgerald

According to the labor force statistics for Fitzgerald, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,890), 58.3% or 4,017 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 245 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 82.8% or 743 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 30.9% or 46 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fitzgerald
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years149 (57.3%)46 (30.9%)
20 to 24 Years521 (67.8%)25 (4.8%)
25 to 29 Years552 (74.9%)54 (9.8%)
30 to 34 Years476 (80.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years743 (82.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years728 (81.5%)114 (15.7%)
55 to 59 Years376 (63.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years180 (25.9%)6 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years227 (34.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over67 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,017 (58.3%)245 (6.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fitzgerald

According to labor force statistics for Fitzgerald, 69.3% of individuals (3,053) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,406) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 174 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 84.3% or 565 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.0% or 49 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fitzgerald
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School140 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,654 (72.2%)158 (6.9%)
College / Associate Degree696 (74.6%)65 (7.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher565 (84.3%)13 (2.0%)
Total3,053 (69.3%)251 (5.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Fitzgerald

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fitzgerald are Management (304 | 8.1%), Community & Social Service (223 | 5.9%), Education Instruction & Library (150 | 4.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (105 | 2.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (88 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fitzgerald

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fitzgerald, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (98.1%), and Health Technologists (95.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fitzgerald
OccupationMaleFemale
Management87 (28.6%)217 (71.4%)
Business & Financial15 (21.7%)54 (78.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science67 (76.1%)21 (23.9%)
Computers & Mathematics31 (59.6%)21 (40.4%)
Architecture & Engineering6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 75 (33.6%)148 (66.4%)
Education, Arts & Media22 (68.8%)10 (31.2%)
Legal Services & Support31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library22 (14.7%)128 (85.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2 (1.9%)103 (98.1%)
Health Technologists2 (4.3%)45 (95.7%)
Total (Category)246 (31.2%)543 (68.8%)
Total (Overall)1,709 (45.6%)2,038 (54.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fitzgerald are Food Preparation & Serving (173 | 4.6%), Healthcare Support (161 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (160 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (114 | 3.0%), and Law Enforcement (98 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Fitzgerald

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fitzgerald, the most male-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (71.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (70.0%), and Law Enforcement (40.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Security & Protection (64.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fitzgerald
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)161 (100.0%)
Security & Protection40 (35.1%)74 (64.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement40 (40.8%)58 (59.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving61 (35.3%)112 (64.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance112 (70.0%)48 (30.0%)
Personal Care & Service25 (71.4%)10 (28.6%)
Total (Category)238 (37.0%)405 (63.0%)
Total (Overall)1,709 (45.6%)2,038 (54.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fitzgerald are Office & Administration (551 | 14.7%), and Sales & Related (482 | 12.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fitzgerald

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fitzgerald
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related91 (18.9%)391 (81.1%)
Office & Administration125 (22.7%)426 (77.3%)
Total (Category)216 (20.9%)817 (79.1%)
Total (Overall)1,709 (45.6%)2,038 (54.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fitzgerald are Construction & Extraction (227 | 6.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (117 | 3.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (6 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fitzgerald

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fitzgerald
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction227 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair111 (94.9%)6 (5.1%)
Total (Category)344 (98.3%)6 (1.7%)
Total (Overall)1,709 (45.6%)2,038 (54.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fitzgerald are Production (474 | 12.7%), Material Moving (246 | 6.6%), and Transportation (212 | 5.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fitzgerald

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fitzgerald
OccupationMaleFemale
Production260 (54.8%)214 (45.2%)
Transportation204 (96.2%)8 (3.8%)
Material Moving201 (81.7%)45 (18.3%)
Total (Category)665 (71.4%)267 (28.6%)
Total (Overall)1,709 (45.6%)2,038 (54.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fitzgerald

Employment Industries in Fitzgerald

The major employment industries in Fitzgerald include Manufacturing (1,006 | 26.9%), Retail Trade (485 | 12.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (349 | 9.3%), Public Administration (337 | 9.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (274 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Fitzgerald

Employment Industries by Sex in Fitzgerald

The Fitzgerald industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (99.4%), and Educational Services (77.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fitzgerald
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing669 (66.5%)337 (33.5%)
Wholesale Trade11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade114 (23.5%)371 (76.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing137 (50.0%)137 (50.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Information17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance21 (72.4%)8 (27.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing38 (27.3%)101 (72.7%)
Professional & Scientific75 (56.0%)59 (44.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services54 (22.4%)187 (77.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2 (0.6%)347 (99.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation18 (43.9%)23 (56.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services130 (49.1%)135 (50.9%)
Public Administration86 (25.5%)251 (74.5%)
Total1,709 (45.6%)2,038 (54.4%)

Education in Fitzgerald

School Enrollment in Fitzgerald

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,791 students in Fitzgerald are middle school (593 | 33.1%), elementary school (540 | 30.1%), and high school (328 | 18.3%).
School Enrollment in Fitzgerald
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool512.9%
Kindergarten864.8%
Elementary School54030.1%
Middle School59333.1%
High School32818.3%
College / Undergraduate18010.1%
Graduate / Professional130.7%
Total1,791100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fitzgerald

Out of a total of 1,791 students who are enrolled in schools in Fitzgerald, 226 (12.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,565 (87.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 45 (46.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 51 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fitzgerald
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old420 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds678 (80.6%)163 (19.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds262 (93.6%)18 (6.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds51 (53.1%)45 (46.9%)
35 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,565 (87.4%)226 (12.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fitzgerald

Business (279 | 29.7%), science & technology (118 | 12.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (115 | 12.2%), arts & humanities (84 | 8.9%), and education (77 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 939 individuals in Fitzgerald who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fitzgerald
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics212.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural11512.2%
Physical & Health Sciences50.5%
Psychology262.8%
Social Sciences161.7%
Engineering161.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies586.2%
Science & Technology11812.6%
Business27929.7%
Education778.2%
Literature & Languages70.7%
Liberal Arts & History404.3%
Visual & Performing Arts151.6%
Communications626.6%
Arts & Humanities848.9%
Total939100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Fitzgerald

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fitzgerald

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fitzgerald are males with 1 vehicle (687, accounting for 39.8%) and females with 1 vehicle (924, making up 33.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fitzgerald
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle72 (4.2%)248 (12.2%)
1 Vehicle687 (39.8%)924 (45.3%)
2 Vehicles600 (34.7%)399 (19.6%)
3 Vehicles231 (13.4%)326 (16.0%)
4 Vehicles74 (4.3%)110 (5.4%)
5 or more Vehicles64 (3.7%)31 (1.5%)
Total1,728 (100.0%)2,038 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fitzgerald

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fitzgerald are 5 to 9 minutes (1,256 commuters, 33.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (906 commuters, 24.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (380 commuters, 10.2%).
Commute Time in Fitzgerald
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3198.6%
5 to 9 Minutes1,25633.9%
10 to 14 Minutes90624.4%
15 to 19 Minutes38010.2%
20 to 24 Minutes2566.9%
25 to 29 Minutes421.1%
30 to 34 Minutes3389.1%
35 to 39 Minutes421.1%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1113.0%
60 to 89 Minutes270.7%
90 or more Minutes290.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Fitzgerald

The most common commute times in Fitzgerald are 5 to 9 minutes (668 commuters, 39.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (588 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fitzgerald
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes83 (4.9%)236 (11.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes668 (39.1%)588 (29.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes421 (24.6%)485 (24.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes195 (11.4%)185 (9.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes65 (3.8%)191 (9.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes33 (1.9%)9 (0.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes142 (8.3%)196 (9.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes42 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes45 (2.6%)66 (3.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes14 (0.8%)13 (0.6%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)29 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fitzgerald

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fitzgerald are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (371, 21.7%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (369, 18.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fitzgerald
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM143 (8.4%)79 (4.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM19 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM53 (3.1%)65 (3.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM129 (7.5%)242 (12.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM346 (20.3%)369 (18.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM371 (21.7%)83 (4.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM236 (13.8%)272 (13.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM65 (3.8%)299 (15.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM5 (0.3%)93 (4.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM53 (3.1%)73 (3.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM79 (4.6%)87 (4.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)146 (7.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM154 (9.0%)169 (8.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM55 (3.2%)21 (1.1%)
Total1,708 (100.0%)1,998 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fitzgerald

Occupancy by Ownership in Fitzgerald

Of the total 3,778 dwellings in Fitzgerald, owner-occupied units account for 1,769 (46.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,009 (53.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fitzgerald
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,76946.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,00953.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,778100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fitzgerald

Occupancy by Household Size in Fitzgerald
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,40737.2%
2-Person Household1,36136.0%
3-Person Household48112.7%
4+ Person Household52914.0%
Total Housing Units3,778100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fitzgerald

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fitzgerald
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household481 (34.2%)926 (65.8%)
2-Person Household671 (49.3%)690 (50.7%)
3-Person Household278 (57.8%)203 (42.2%)
4+ Person Household339 (64.1%)190 (35.9%)
Total Housing Units1,769 (46.8%)2,009 (53.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fitzgerald

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fitzgerald
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School138 (36.8%)237 (63.2%)
High School Diploma963 (44.3%)1,213 (55.7%)
College/Associate Degree325 (47.0%)367 (53.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher343 (64.1%)192 (35.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fitzgerald

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fitzgerald
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years92224.4%
35 to 44 Years62116.4%
45 to 54 Years51613.7%
55 to 64 Years89623.7%
65 to 74 Years44611.8%
75 to 84 Years3569.4%
85 Years and Over210.6%
Total3,778100.0%

Housing Finances in Fitzgerald

Median Income by Occupancy in Fitzgerald

Median Income by Occupancy in Fitzgerald
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,769 (46.8%)$49,724
Renter-Occupied2,009 (53.2%)$28,106
Average3,778 (100.0%)$32,500

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fitzgerald

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fitzgerald
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00090 (5.1%)253 (12.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99948 (2.7%)78 (3.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99916 (0.9%)168 (8.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999108 (6.1%)258 (12.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99955 (3.1%)154 (7.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999337 (19.1%)427 (21.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999240 (13.6%)225 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999360 (20.3%)227 (11.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999124 (7.0%)191 (9.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999291 (16.5%)17 (0.9%)
$150,000 or more100 (5.7%)11 (0.5%)
Total1,769 (100.0%)2,009 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fitzgerald

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fitzgerald
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300369 (20.9%)116 (5.8%)
$300 to $499371 (21.0%)367 (18.3%)
$500 to $799427 (24.1%)836 (41.6%)
$800 to $999229 (13.0%)247 (12.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499135 (7.6%)95 (4.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999217 (12.3%)9 (0.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49921 (1.2%)45 (2.2%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)19 (0.9%)
Total1,769 (100.0%)2,009 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fitzgerald

Housing Structures in Fitzgerald

Housing Structures in Fitzgerald
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,47565.5%
Single Unit, Attached581.5%
2 Unit Apartments3208.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1844.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3449.1%
10 or more Apartments1965.2%
Mobile Home / Other2015.3%
Total3,778100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fitzgerald

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fitzgerald
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,623 (65.6%)852 (34.4%)
Single Unit, Attached6 (10.3%)52 (89.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)320 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)184 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)344 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)196 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other140 (69.7%)61 (30.3%)
Total1,769 (46.8%)2,009 (53.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fitzgerald

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fitzgerald
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)58 (2.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms18 (1.0%)170 (8.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms571 (32.3%)1,284 (63.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms800 (45.2%)346 (17.2%)
8 or more Rooms380 (21.5%)151 (7.5%)
Total1,769 (100.0%)2,009 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fitzgerald

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fitzgerald
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas422 (23.9%)181 (9.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)25 (1.2%)
Electricity1,334 (75.4%)1,779 (88.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels7 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used6 (0.3%)24 (1.2%)
Total1,769 (100.0%)2,009 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fitzgerald

Household Vehicle Usage in Fitzgerald
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle28 (1.6%)471 (23.4%)
1 Vehicle784 (44.3%)1,206 (60.0%)
2 Vehicles620 (35.0%)256 (12.7%)
3 or more Vehicles337 (19.1%)76 (3.8%)
Total1,769 (100.0%)2,009 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fitzgerald

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fitzgerald

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,020749
Median Property Value$89,300$105,200
Median Household Income$31,971$67
Monthly Housing Costs$404$0
Real Estate Taxes$746$24

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fitzgerald

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fitzgerald
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000226 (22.2%)151 (20.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999386 (37.8%)200 (26.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999359 (35.2%)360 (48.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99937 (3.6%)15 (2.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9995 (0.5%)23 (3.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more7 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)749 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fitzgerald

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fitzgerald
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000101 (9.9%)6 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999155 (15.2%)37 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999272 (26.7%)24 (3.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99965 (6.4%)65 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999175 (17.2%)175 (23.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99957 (5.6%)185 (24.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999162 (15.9%)67 (8.9%)
$150,000 or more33 (3.2%)129 (17.2%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)749 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fitzgerald

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fitzgerald
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x488 (47.8%)64,934 (8,669.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x186 (18.2%)379 (50.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x43 (4.2%)183 (24.4%)
4.0x or more228 (22.4%)84 (11.2%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)749 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fitzgerald

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fitzgerald
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800423 (41.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499217 (21.3%)230 (30.7%)
$800 to $1,499138 (13.5%)295 (39.4%)
Total1,020 (100.0%)749 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Fitzgerald

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fitzgerald

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fitzgerald
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years649 (94.1%)41 (5.9%)
6 to 18 Years1,558 (98.0%)32 (2.0%)
19 to 25 Years758 (81.6%)171 (18.4%)
26 to 34 Years640 (54.3%)538 (45.7%)
35 to 44 Years493 (59.6%)334 (40.4%)
45 to 54 Years545 (62.5%)327 (37.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,166 (92.7%)92 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years642 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older643 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,094 (82.2%)1,535 (17.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fitzgerald

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fitzgerald
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born649 (94.1%)41 (5.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,558 (98.0%)32 (2.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen758 (81.6%)171 (18.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fitzgerald

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fitzgerald
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,146 (82.6%)453 (17.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,947 (80.5%)470 (19.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999755 (67.0%)372 (33.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999725 (86.4%)114 (13.6%)
$100,000 and over1,511 (92.4%)124 (7.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fitzgerald

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fitzgerald
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6585 (84.8%)125 (18.1%)
6 to 18 Years1,088 (68.4%)689 (43.3%)
19 to 25 Years327 (35.2%)431 (46.4%)
25 to 34 Years157 (13.3%)529 (44.9%)
35 to 44 Years128 (15.5%)423 (51.1%)
45 to 54 Years86 (9.9%)484 (55.5%)
55 to 64 Years601 (47.8%)628 (49.9%)
65 to 74 Years588 (91.6%)326 (50.8%)
75 Years and over643 (100.0%)299 (46.5%)
Total4,203 (48.7%)3,934 (45.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fitzgerald

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fitzgerald
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years176 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years55 (5.7%)25 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years255 (19.3%)235 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years28 (15.6%)185 (40.0%)
75 Years and over62 (24.2%)285 (73.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fitzgerald

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fitzgerald: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years58 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (4.3%)39 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years28 (15.6%)31 (6.7%)
75 Years and over40 (15.6%)43 (11.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fitzgerald: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)42 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)21 (4.5%)
75 Years and over22 (8.6%)57 (14.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fitzgerald: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years118 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years55 (5.7%)25 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years202 (15.3%)70 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)61 (13.2%)
75 Years and over16 (6.2%)95 (24.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fitzgerald: <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 Years133 (10.1%)162 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)103 (22.3%)
75 Years and over44 (17.2%)240 (62.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fitzgerald: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years37 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years99 (7.5%)47 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.2%)
75 Years and over26 (10.2%)84 (21.7%)

Technology Access in Fitzgerald

Computing Device Access in Fitzgerald

Computing Device Access in Fitzgerald
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,76946.8%
Smartphone3,07981.5%
Tablet1,98852.6%
No Computing Device48912.9%
Total3,778100.0%

Internet Access in Fitzgerald

Internet Access in Fitzgerald
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,69044.7%
Cellular Data Only3238.6%
Satellite Internet44811.9%
No Internet1,55241.1%
Total3,778100.0%

Fitzgerald Summary

Fitzgerald, Georgia is a city located in Ben Hill County in the south-central part of the state. It is the county seat and the largest city in the county. The city was founded in 1895 and named after the former Governor of Georgia, Nathan E. Fitzgerald. The population of Fitzgerald was 8,945 at the 2010 census, an increase of 8.3% since 2000.

Geography

Fitzgerald is located at 31°45'25" North, 83°14'45" West (31.756944, -83.245833). The city is situated in the Ocmulgee River Valley, about halfway between Macon and Valdosta. The city is located in the heart of the Georgia Piedmont, a region of rolling hills and flat plains. The city is surrounded by farmland and is located near the Ocmulgee National Wildlife Refuge.

Climate

Fitzgerald has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64.3°F (17.9°C). The average annual precipitation is 48.3 inches (1227 mm).

Economy

Fitzgerald is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics plant. The city also has a strong agricultural sector, with a large number of farms in the surrounding area. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 8,945 people, 3,541 households, and 2,092 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,092.3 people per square mile (421.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 54.2% White, 39.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.7% from other races, and 1.2% 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 city was $25,945, and the median income for a family was $32,917. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $20,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,945. About 18.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.3% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Fitzgerald, Georgia is a small city located in Ben Hill County in the south-central part of the state. It is the county seat and the largest city in the county. The city was founded in 1895 and named after the former Governor of Georgia, Nathan E. Fitzgerald. The city has a diverse economy, with a strong manufacturing and agricultural sector. The population of Fitzgerald was 8,945 at the 2010 census, an increase of 8.3% since 2000. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The median income for a household in the city was $25,945, and the median income for a family was $32,917. About 18.2% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fitzgerald?
Total Population of Fitzgerald is 8,972.
What is the Total Male Population of Fitzgerald?
Total Male Population of Fitzgerald is 3,977.
What is the Total Female Population of Fitzgerald?
Total Female Population of Fitzgerald is 4,995.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fitzgerald?
There are 79.62 Males per 100 Females in Fitzgerald.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fitzgerald?
There are 125.60 Females per 100 Males in Fitzgerald.
What is the Median Population Age in Fitzgerald?
Median Population Age in Fitzgerald is 35.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fitzgerald
Average Family Size in Fitzgerald is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fitzgerald
Average Household Size in Fitzgerald is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fitzgerald?
Per Capita income in Fitzgerald is $20,293.
What is the Median Family Income in Fitzgerald?
Median Family Income in Fitzgerald is $37,024.
What is the Median Household income in Fitzgerald?
Median Household Income in Fitzgerald is $32,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fitzgerald?
Income or Wage Gap in Fitzgerald is 13.7%.
Women in Fitzgerald earn 86.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fitzgerald?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fitzgerald is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fitzgerald?
There are 4,017 People in the Labor Forcein in Fitzgerald.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fitzgerald?
58.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Fitzgerald.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fitzgerald?
Unemployment Rate in Fitzgerald is 6.1%.