Quitman, GA

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Quitman Overview

4,050
TOTAL POPULATION
1,755
MALE POPULATION
2,295
FEMALE POPULATION
76.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
130.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,583
PER CAPITA INCOME
$41,339
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$20,333
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.69
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,547
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Quitman Zip Codes

Quitman Area Codes

Race in Quitman

The most populous races in Quitman are Black / African American (3,022 | 74.6%), White / Caucasian (1,003 | 24.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (100 | 2.5%).
Race in Quitman
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American3,02274.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1002.5%
Native / Alaskan60.2%
White / Caucasian1,00324.8%
Two or more Races190.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total4,050100.0%

Ancestry in Quitman

The most populous ancestries reported in Quitman are German (151 | 3.7%), French (150 | 3.7%), English (135 | 3.3%), Puerto Rican (100 | 2.5%), and Italian (99 | 2.4%), together accounting for 15.7% of all Quitman residents.
Ancestry in Quitman
Ancestry# Population% Population
American691.7%
British110.3%
Dutch180.4%
English1353.3%
European290.7%
French1503.7%
German1513.7%
Irish661.6%
Italian992.4%
Jamaican100.3%
Lithuanian380.9%
Polish90.2%
Portuguese150.4%
Puerto Rican1002.5%
Scotch-Irish681.7%
Scottish310.8%
Swiss370.9%
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Immigrants in Quitman

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Quitman came from England (11 | 0.3%), Europe (11 | 0.3%), Northern Europe (11 | 0.3%), Caribbean (10 | 0.3%), and Jamaica (10 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.3% of all Quitman residents.
Immigrants in Quitman
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Caribbean100.3%
England110.3%
Europe110.3%
Jamaica100.3%
Latin America100.3%
Northern Europe110.3%
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Sex and Age in Quitman

Sex and Age in Quitman

The most populous age groups in Quitman are 10 to 14 Years (248 | 14.1%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (233 | 10.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Quitman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years170 (9.7%)182 (7.9%)
5 to 9 Years81 (4.6%)165 (7.2%)
10 to 14 Years248 (14.1%)117 (5.1%)
15 to 19 Years86 (4.9%)82 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Years54 (3.1%)49 (2.1%)
25 to 29 Years100 (5.7%)128 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years128 (7.3%)233 (10.2%)
35 to 39 Years199 (11.3%)142 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years28 (1.6%)30 (1.3%)
45 to 49 Years112 (6.4%)140 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years3 (0.2%)207 (9.0%)
55 to 59 Years146 (8.3%)175 (7.6%)
60 to 64 Years135 (7.7%)203 (8.8%)
65 to 69 Years73 (4.2%)202 (8.8%)
70 to 74 Years149 (8.5%)122 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years25 (1.4%)49 (2.1%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)45 (2.0%)
85 Years and over18 (1.0%)24 (1.1%)
Total1,755 (100.0%)2,295 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Quitman

Median Family Size in Quitman

The median family size in Quitman is 3.82 persons per family, with single male/father families (67 | 8.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.73 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (359 | 43.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Quitman
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple359 (43.9%)2.97
Single Male/Father67 (8.2%)5.73
Single Female/Mother392 (47.9%)4.28
Total Families818 (100.0%)3.82

Median Household Size in Quitman

The median household size in Quitman is 2.66 persons per household, with single male/father households (67 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.73 persons per household. non-family households (686 | 45.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Quitman
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple359 (23.9%)2.97
Single Male/Father67 (4.4%)5.73
Single Female/Mother392 (26.1%)4.48
Non-family686 (45.6%)1.15
Total Households1,504 (100.0%)2.66

Household Size by Marriage Status in Quitman

Out of a total of 1,504 households in Quitman, 818 (54.4%) are family households, while 686 (45.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 354, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 652.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Quitman
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-652 (43.3%)
2-Person Households354 (23.5%)32 (2.1%)
3-Person Households214 (14.2%)2 (0.1%)
4-Person Households88 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households127 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households35 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total818 (54.4%)686 (45.6%)

Female Fertility in Quitman

Fertility by Age in Quitman

Average fertility rate in Quitman is 13.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Quitman
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years11 (100.0%)33.0
Total11 (100.0%)13.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Quitman

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Quitman
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Quitman

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Quitman
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree11 (100.0%)33.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total11 (100.0%)13.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Quitman

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Quitman
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)

Income in Quitman

Income Overview in Quitman

Per Capita Income in Quitman is $27,583, while median incomes of families and households are $41,339 and $20,333 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,050$27,583
Median Family Income818$41,339
Mean Family Income818$100,817
Median Household Income1,504$20,333
Mean Household Income1,504$64,872
Income Deficit818$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,05023.31%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,05076.69¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,0500.69

Earnings by Sex in Quitman

Average Earnings in Quitman are $27,813, $34,866 for men and $26,739 for women, a difference of 23.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Quitman
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male647 (41.0%)$34,866
Female931 (59.0%)$26,739
Total1,578 (100.0%)$27,813

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Quitman

The most common earnings brackets in Quitman are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (148 | 22.9%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (183 | 19.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Quitman
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less90 (13.9%)28 (3.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)12 (1.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)29 (3.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4993 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99980 (12.4%)78 (8.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49925 (3.9%)183 (19.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (0.6%)59 (6.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9998 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99979 (12.2%)110 (11.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99928 (4.3%)82 (8.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99928 (4.3%)123 (13.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99917 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9996 (0.9%)63 (6.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)36 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99996 (14.8%)12 (1.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)93 (10.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999148 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+27 (4.2%)23 (2.5%)
Total647 (100.0%)931 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Quitman

Average earnings in Quitman are $35,179 for men and $26,830 for women, a difference of 23.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $93,433, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $58,021. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,605, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $13,942.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Quitman
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$58,021$31,211
Bachelor's Degree$93,433$13,942
Graduate Degree--
Total$35,179$26,830

Family Income in Quitman

Family Income Brackets in Quitman

According to the Quitman family income data, there are 143 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Quitman
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00010312.6%
$10,000 to $14,999506.1%
$15,000 to $24,99914317.5%
$25,000 to $34,999799.7%
$35,000 to $49,999789.5%
$50,000 to $74,99910412.7%
$75,000 to $99,99912515.3%
$100,000 to $149,999455.5%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+9111.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Quitman

2-person families (354 | 43.3%) account for the highest median family income in Quitman with $43,542 per family, while 2-person families (354 | 43.3%) have the highest median income of $21,771 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Quitman
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families354 (43.3%)$43,542
3-Person Families214 (26.2%)$0
4-Person Families127 (15.5%)$42,009
5-Person Families88 (10.8%)$0
6-Person Families35 (4.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total818 (100.0%)$41,339

Family Income by Number of Earners in Quitman

Family Income by Number of Earners in Quitman
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners250 (30.6%)$0
1 Earner224 (27.4%)$24,423
2 Earners320 (39.1%)$78,750
3+ Earners24 (2.9%)$0
Total818 (100.0%)$41,339

Household Income in Quitman

Household Income Brackets in Quitman

With 325 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Quitman, accounting for 21.6% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Quitman
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00023515.6%
$10,000 to $14,99923215.4%
$15,000 to $24,99932521.6%
$25,000 to $34,99918012.0%
$35,000 to $49,999966.4%
$50,000 to $74,9991298.6%
$75,000 to $99,99916410.9%
$100,000 to $149,999453.0%
$150,000 to $199,99980.5%
$200,000+926.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Quitman

The median household income in Quitman is $20,333, with the highest median household income of $33,158 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 686 households (45.6%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Quitman
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years271 (18.0%)$16,739
45 to 64 Years686 (45.6%)$33,158
65+ Years547 (36.4%)$18,616
Total1,504 (100.0%)$20,333

Poverty in Quitman

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Quitman

With 35.5% poverty level for males and 43.7% for females among the residents of Quitman, under 5 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 127 males (74.7%) and 204 females (63.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Quitman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years127 (74.7%)102 (56.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years89 (50.0%)86 (40.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)15 (22.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years76 (61.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years92 (41.8%)209 (57.9%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)87 (50.6%)
45 to 54 Years47 (40.9%)53 (15.3%)
55 to 64 Years105 (38.5%)216 (57.1%)
65 to 74 Years68 (30.6%)204 (63.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)31 (26.3%)
Total604 (35.5%)1,003 (43.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Quitman

According to the poverty statistics in Quitman, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Quitman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (25.3%)80 (44.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years89 (50.0%)128 (59.8%)
12 to 14 Years151 (100.0%)53 (77.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years48 (38.7%)79 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years128 (58.2%)152 (42.1%)
35 to 44 Years204 (100.0%)85 (49.4%)
45 to 54 Years68 (59.1%)294 (84.7%)
55 to 64 Years168 (61.5%)162 (42.9%)
65 to 74 Years154 (69.4%)120 (37.0%)
75 Years and over43 (100.0%)87 (73.7%)
Total1,096 (64.5%)1,292 (56.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Quitman

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Quitman show that 13.7% or 49 of the total 359 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 26.3%, comprising of 10 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 Quitman
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children243 (86.2%)39 (13.8%)
1 or 2 Children39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children28 (73.7%)10 (26.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total310 (86.4%)49 (13.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Quitman

According to the poverty data in Quitman, 41.8% or 28 single-father households and 54.1% or 212 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (65.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 212 households (80.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Quitman
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children15 (31.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children13 (65.0%)212 (80.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total28 (41.8%)212 (54.1%)

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

The poverty data for Quitman shows that 49 of the married-couple family households (13.7%) and 240 of the single-parent households (52.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (26.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 225 household (79.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Quitman
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children39 (13.8%)15 (11.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)225 (79.5%)
3 or 4 Children10 (26.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (13.7%)240 (52.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Quitman

Employment by Class of Employer in Quitman

Among the 1,375 employed individuals in Quitman, private company employees (831 | 60.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (235 | 17.1%), and state government employees (109 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Quitman
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees83160.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)584.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)23517.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations402.9%
Local Government Employees846.1%
State Government Employees1097.9%
Federal Government Employees181.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,375100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Quitman

According to the labor force statistics for Quitman, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,087), 50.1% or 1,547 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 94 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 94.2% or 376 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 48 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Quitman
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years48 (28.6%)48 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years8 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years96 (42.1%)35 (36.5%)
30 to 34 Years217 (60.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years376 (94.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years390 (84.4%)11 (2.8%)
55 to 59 Years223 (69.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years112 (33.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years58 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over19 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,547 (50.1%)94 (6.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Quitman

According to labor force statistics for Quitman, 67.0% of individuals (1,413) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,109) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 47 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 97.6% or 284 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.3% or 35 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Quitman
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School132 (45.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma557 (67.9%)52 (6.3%)
College / Associate Degree441 (62.1%)18 (2.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher284 (97.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,413 (67.0%)70 (3.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Quitman

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Quitman are Community & Social Service (73 | 5.0%), Management (72 | 5.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (45 | 3.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (27 | 1.9%), and Health Technologists (27 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Quitman

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Quitman, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Management (77.8%), and Community & Social Service (37.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (75.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Quitman
OccupationMaleFemale
Management56 (77.8%)16 (22.2%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 27 (37.0%)46 (63.0%)
Education, Arts & Media10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (33.3%)12 (66.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment11 (24.4%)34 (75.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total (Category)83 (48.3%)89 (51.7%)
Total (Overall)595 (40.9%)858 (59.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Quitman are Food Preparation & Serving (170 | 11.7%), Personal Care & Service (162 | 11.2%), Healthcare Support (140 | 9.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (68 | 4.7%), and Security & Protection (67 | 4.6%).
Services Occupations in Quitman

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Quitman, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Security & Protection (80.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (72.4%), and Security & Protection (19.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Quitman
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
Security & Protection54 (80.6%)13 (19.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement54 (80.6%)13 (19.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving47 (27.7%)123 (72.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)331 (54.5%)276 (45.5%)
Total (Overall)595 (40.9%)858 (59.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Quitman are Office & Administration (90 | 6.2%), and Sales & Related (54 | 3.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Quitman

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Quitman
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related3 (5.6%)51 (94.4%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
Total (Category)3 (2.1%)141 (97.9%)
Total (Overall)595 (40.9%)858 (59.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Quitman are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (111 | 7.6%), and Construction & Extraction (17 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Quitman

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Quitman
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair80 (72.1%)31 (27.9%)
Total (Category)97 (75.8%)31 (24.2%)
Total (Overall)595 (40.9%)858 (59.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Quitman are Production (246 | 16.9%), Material Moving (100 | 6.9%), and Transportation (56 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Quitman

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Quitman
OccupationMaleFemale
Production39 (15.9%)207 (84.2%)
Transportation28 (50.0%)28 (50.0%)
Material Moving14 (14.0%)86 (86.0%)
Total (Category)81 (20.2%)321 (79.8%)
Total (Overall)595 (40.9%)858 (59.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Quitman

Employment Industries in Quitman

The major employment industries in Quitman include Manufacturing (339 | 23.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (221 | 15.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (189 | 13.0%), Retail Trade (157 | 10.8%), and Educational Services (92 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries in Quitman

Employment Industries by Sex in Quitman

The Quitman industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Public Administration (85.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Quitman
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing98 (28.9%)241 (71.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Retail Trade30 (19.1%)127 (80.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support14 (63.6%)8 (36.4%)
Educational Services20 (21.7%)72 (78.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance54 (24.4%)167 (75.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services47 (24.9%)142 (75.1%)
Public Administration78 (85.7%)13 (14.3%)
Total595 (40.9%)858 (59.1%)

Education in Quitman

School Enrollment in Quitman

The most common levels of schooling among the 765 students in Quitman are middle school (264 | 34.5%), elementary school (231 | 30.2%), and high school (144 | 18.8%).
School Enrollment in Quitman
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool12616.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School23130.2%
Middle School26434.5%
High School14418.8%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total765100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Quitman

Out of a total of 765 students who are enrolled in schools in Quitman, 8 (1.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 757 (99.0%) 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 8 (6.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 246 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Quitman
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds118 (93.6%)8 (6.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old246 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds341 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total757 (99.0%)8 (1.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Quitman

Science & technology (92 | 25.8%), social sciences (85 | 23.9%), psychology (64 | 18.0%), education (50 | 14.0%), and liberal arts & history (16 | 4.5%) are the most common fields of study among 356 individuals in Quitman who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Quitman
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics72.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural102.8%
Physical & Health Sciences133.6%
Psychology6418.0%
Social Sciences8523.9%
Engineering51.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology9225.8%
Business00.0%
Education5014.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History164.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities143.9%
Total356100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Quitman

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Quitman

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Quitman are males with 2 vehicles (229, accounting for 38.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (259, making up 29.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Quitman
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)19 (2.4%)
1 Vehicle63 (10.6%)317 (40.6%)
2 Vehicles229 (38.5%)259 (33.2%)
3 Vehicles141 (23.7%)185 (23.7%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles162 (27.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total595 (100.0%)780 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Quitman

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Quitman are 30 to 34 minutes (297 commuters, 22.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (293 commuters, 22.1%), and less than 5 minutes (216 commuters, 16.3%).
Commute Time in Quitman
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes21616.3%
5 to 9 Minutes29322.1%
10 to 14 Minutes20715.6%
15 to 19 Minutes282.1%
20 to 24 Minutes21316.0%
25 to 29 Minutes141.1%
30 to 34 Minutes29722.4%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes322.4%
45 to 59 Minutes161.2%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes120.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Quitman

The most common commute times in Quitman are less than 5 minutes (216 commuters, 39.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (231 commuters, 29.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Quitman
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes216 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes62 (11.3%)231 (29.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes10 (1.8%)197 (25.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes28 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes89 (16.2%)124 (15.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes6 (1.1%)8 (1.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes126 (23.0%)171 (21.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)32 (4.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes11 (2.0%)5 (0.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Quitman

The most frequent times of departure to work in Quitman are 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (170, 31.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (185, 23.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Quitman
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM64 (11.7%)28 (3.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)12 (1.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)27 (3.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM59 (10.8%)114 (14.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM59 (10.8%)40 (5.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM80 (14.6%)185 (23.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM60 (11.0%)130 (16.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM17 (3.1%)13 (1.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM170 (31.0%)48 (6.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM28 (5.1%)87 (11.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM11 (2.0%)61 (7.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)35 (4.5%)
Total548 (100.0%)780 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Quitman

Occupancy by Ownership in Quitman

Of the total 1,504 dwellings in Quitman, owner-occupied units account for 733 (48.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 771 (51.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Quitman
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units73348.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units77151.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,504100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Quitman

Occupancy by Household Size in Quitman
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household65243.3%
2-Person Household38625.7%
3-Person Household21614.4%
4+ Person Household25016.6%
Total Housing Units1,504100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Quitman

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Quitman
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household292 (44.8%)360 (55.2%)
2-Person Household255 (66.1%)131 (33.9%)
3-Person Household109 (50.5%)107 (49.5%)
4+ Person Household77 (30.8%)173 (69.2%)
Total Housing Units733 (48.7%)771 (51.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Quitman

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Quitman
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School161 (53.0%)143 (47.0%)
High School Diploma270 (53.5%)235 (46.5%)
College/Associate Degree215 (36.2%)379 (63.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher87 (86.1%)14 (13.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Quitman

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Quitman
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1097.2%
35 to 44 Years16210.8%
45 to 54 Years26517.6%
55 to 64 Years42128.0%
65 to 74 Years41827.8%
75 to 84 Years996.6%
85 Years and Over302.0%
Total1,504100.0%

Housing Finances in Quitman

Median Income by Occupancy in Quitman

Median Income by Occupancy in Quitman
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied733 (48.7%)$29,906
Renter-Occupied771 (51.3%)$17,188
Average1,504 (100.0%)$20,333

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Quitman

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Quitman
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00075 (10.2%)122 (15.8%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (1.1%)30 (3.9%)
$10,000 to $14,999148 (20.2%)83 (10.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99933 (4.5%)249 (32.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99920 (2.7%)23 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999145 (19.8%)35 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99931 (4.2%)66 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99917 (2.3%)112 (14.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999113 (15.4%)51 (6.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99945 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more98 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total733 (100.0%)771 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Quitman

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Quitman
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30060 (8.2%)75 (9.7%)
$300 to $49942 (5.7%)84 (10.9%)
$500 to $799189 (25.8%)267 (34.6%)
$800 to $999177 (24.1%)101 (13.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499139 (19.0%)154 (20.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99963 (8.6%)7 (0.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more63 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total733 (100.0%)771 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Quitman

Housing Structures in Quitman

Housing Structures in Quitman
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,02167.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments704.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments15510.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments231.5%
10 or more Apartments1117.4%
Mobile Home / Other1248.2%
Total1,504100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Quitman

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Quitman
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached636 (62.3%)385 (37.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)155 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)111 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other97 (78.2%)27 (21.8%)
Total733 (48.7%)771 (51.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Quitman

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Quitman
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)213 (27.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms266 (36.3%)337 (43.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms353 (48.2%)107 (13.9%)
8 or more Rooms114 (15.5%)114 (14.8%)
Total733 (100.0%)771 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Quitman

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Quitman
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas91 (12.4%)112 (14.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas50 (6.8%)27 (3.5%)
Electricity592 (80.8%)608 (78.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)13 (1.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)11 (1.4%)
Total733 (100.0%)771 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Quitman

Household Vehicle Usage in Quitman
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle90 (12.3%)130 (16.9%)
1 Vehicle253 (34.5%)467 (60.6%)
2 Vehicles279 (38.1%)90 (11.7%)
3 or more Vehicles111 (15.1%)84 (10.9%)
Total733 (100.0%)771 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Quitman

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Quitman

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units297436
Median Property Value$140,800$133,800
Median Household Income$26,733$56
Monthly Housing Costs$593$63
Real Estate Taxes$1,603$29

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Quitman

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Quitman
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00058 (19.5%)51 (11.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99976 (25.6%)153 (35.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999144 (48.5%)138 (31.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99919 (6.4%)78 (17.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)16 (3.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total297 (100.0%)436 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Quitman

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Quitman
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00038 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99980 (26.9%)45 (10.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99988 (29.6%)121 (27.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)57 (13.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (3.4%)31 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (3.4%)7 (1.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99929 (9.8%)103 (23.6%)
$150,000 or more42 (14.1%)16 (3.7%)
Total297 (100.0%)436 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Quitman

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Quitman
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x125 (42.1%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)148 (33.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x45 (15.1%)14 (3.2%)
4.0x or more127 (42.8%)76 (17.4%)
Total297 (100.0%)436 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Quitman

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Quitman
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80043 (14.5%)45 (10.3%)
$800 to $1,49977 (25.9%)106 (24.3%)
$800 to $1,499162 (54.5%)162 (37.2%)
Total297 (100.0%)436 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Quitman

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Quitman

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Quitman
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years711 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years30 (19.4%)125 (80.6%)
26 to 34 Years434 (74.7%)147 (25.3%)
35 to 44 Years226 (60.1%)150 (39.9%)
45 to 54 Years244 (52.8%)218 (47.2%)
55 to 64 Years573 (88.0%)78 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years518 (94.9%)28 (5.1%)
75 Years and older161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,249 (81.3%)746 (18.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Quitman

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Quitman
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen711 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen30 (19.4%)125 (80.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Quitman

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Quitman
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,369 (83.1%)278 (16.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999592 (88.8%)75 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999543 (92.8%)42 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999429 (69.4%)189 (30.6%)
$100,000 and over316 (66.1%)162 (33.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Quitman

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Quitman
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6273 (77.6%)322 (91.5%)
6 to 18 Years572 (80.4%)194 (27.3%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)30 (19.4%)
25 to 34 Years214 (36.8%)273 (47.0%)
35 to 44 Years28 (7.4%)198 (52.7%)
45 to 54 Years65 (14.1%)198 (42.9%)
55 to 64 Years289 (44.4%)350 (53.8%)
65 to 74 Years518 (94.9%)305 (55.9%)
75 Years and over142 (88.2%)107 (66.5%)
Total2,101 (52.6%)1,977 (49.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Quitman

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Quitman
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years40 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years179 (30.2%)181 (20.2%)
65 to 74 Years45 (20.3%)82 (25.3%)
75 Years and over25 (58.1%)75 (63.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Quitman

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Quitman: <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%)11 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years10 (4.5%)44 (13.6%)
75 Years and over20 (46.5%)29 (24.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Quitman: <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 Years15 (2.5%)11 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years10 (4.5%)49 (15.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (8.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Quitman: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years40 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years101 (17.1%)31 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years16 (7.2%)50 (15.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)24 (20.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Quitman: <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 Years88 (14.9%)176 (19.6%)
65 to 74 Years29 (13.1%)77 (23.8%)
75 Years and over5 (11.6%)39 (33.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Quitman: <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 Years0 (0.0%)9 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)50 (15.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (16.1%)

Technology Access in Quitman

Computing Device Access in Quitman

Computing Device Access in Quitman
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop60540.2%
Smartphone98465.4%
Tablet30320.2%
No Computing Device40326.8%
Total1,504100.0%

Internet Access in Quitman

Internet Access in Quitman
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home63242.0%
Cellular Data Only15310.2%
Satellite Internet664.4%
No Internet69546.2%
Total1,504100.0%

Quitman Summary

Quitman, Georgia is a small city located in Brooks County, Georgia. It is the county seat of Brooks County and is located about 30 miles south of Valdosta, Georgia. The population of Quitman was 2,541 at the 2010 census.

History

Quitman was founded in 1824 and named after General John A. Quitman, a hero of the War of 1812. The city was incorporated in 1854 and was the county seat of Brooks County. The city was a major railroad hub in the late 19th century and early 20th century. The city was also the site of a major battle during the Civil War.

Geography

Quitman is located at 31°45'25" North, 83°45'25" West (31.756944, -83.756944). The city is situated in the southeastern corner of Brooks County, near the border with Lowndes County. The city is located about 30 miles south of Valdosta, Georgia. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.

Economy

Quitman’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several manufacturing plants, including a paper mill, a wood products plant, and a poultry processing plant. The city also has a number of retail stores and restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 2,541 people, 1,039 households, and 645 families residing in the city. The population density was 605.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 39.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $25,938, and the median income for a family was $31,250. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,845. About 22.2% of families and 25.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Quitman?
Total Population of Quitman is 4,050.
What is the Total Male Population of Quitman?
Total Male Population of Quitman is 1,755.
What is the Total Female Population of Quitman?
Total Female Population of Quitman is 2,295.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Quitman?
There are 76.47 Males per 100 Females in Quitman.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Quitman?
There are 130.77 Females per 100 Males in Quitman.
What is the Median Population Age in Quitman?
Median Population Age in Quitman is 38.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Quitman
Average Family Size in Quitman is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Quitman
Average Household Size in Quitman is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Quitman?
Per Capita income in Quitman is $27,583.
What is the Median Family Income in Quitman?
Median Family Income in Quitman is $41,339.
What is the Median Household income in Quitman?
Median Household Income in Quitman is $20,333.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Quitman?
Income or Wage Gap in Quitman is 23.3%.
Women in Quitman earn 76.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Quitman?
Inequality or Gini Index in Quitman is 0.69.
How Large is the Labor Force in Quitman?
There are 1,547 People in the Labor Forcein in Quitman.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Quitman?
50.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Quitman.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Quitman?
Unemployment Rate in Quitman is 6.1%.