Wadley, GA

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Wadley Overview

2,049
TOTAL POPULATION
816
MALE POPULATION
1,233
FEMALE POPULATION
66.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
151.10
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.4
MEDIAN AGE
4.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,460
PER CAPITA INCOME
$43,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$36,406
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
704
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Wadley Zip Codes

Wadley Area Codes

Race in Wadley

The most populous races in Wadley are Black / African American (1,691 | 82.5%), White / Caucasian (311 | 15.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (189 | 9.2%).
Race in Wadley
Race# Population% Population
Asian20.1%
Black / African American1,69182.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1899.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian31115.2%
Two or more Races10.1%
Some other Race442.1%
Total2,049100.0%

Ancestry in Wadley

The most populous ancestries reported in Wadley are Mexican (116 | 5.7%), American (76 | 3.7%), Spanish (73 | 3.6%), English (43 | 2.1%), and Irish (29 | 1.4%), together accounting for 16.4% of all Wadley residents.
Ancestry in Wadley
Ancestry# Population% Population
African20.1%
American763.7%
English432.1%
German20.1%
Irish291.4%
Mexican1165.7%
Spanish733.6%
Subsaharan African20.1%
Thai20.1%
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Immigrants in Wadley

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wadley came from Central America (66 | 3.2%), Latin America (66 | 3.2%), and Mexico (66 | 3.2%), together accounting for 9.7% of all Wadley residents.
Immigrants in Wadley
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America663.2%
Latin America663.2%
Mexico663.2%
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Sex and Age in Wadley

Sex and Age in Wadley

The most populous age groups in Wadley are 15 to 19 Years (159 | 19.5%) for men and Under 5 Years (145 | 11.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wadley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years64 (7.8%)145 (11.8%)
5 to 9 Years62 (7.6%)89 (7.2%)
10 to 14 Years30 (3.7%)91 (7.4%)
15 to 19 Years159 (19.5%)65 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Years63 (7.7%)74 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years13 (1.6%)47 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years24 (2.9%)40 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years71 (8.7%)93 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years75 (9.2%)36 (2.9%)
45 to 49 Years21 (2.6%)120 (9.7%)
50 to 54 Years67 (8.2%)45 (3.6%)
55 to 59 Years53 (6.5%)84 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years27 (3.3%)55 (4.5%)
65 to 69 Years54 (6.6%)85 (6.9%)
70 to 74 Years20 (2.5%)31 (2.5%)
75 to 79 Years3 (0.4%)46 (3.7%)
80 to 84 Years1 (0.1%)52 (4.2%)
85 Years and over9 (1.1%)35 (2.8%)
Total816 (100.0%)1,233 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wadley

Median Family Size in Wadley

The median family size in Wadley is 4.00 persons per family, with married-couple families (197 | 47.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (183 | 43.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.60 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wadley
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple197 (47.1%)4.37
Single Male/Father38 (9.1%)4.05
Single Female/Mother183 (43.8%)3.60
Total Families418 (100.0%)4.00

Median Household Size in Wadley

The median household size in Wadley is 3.06 persons per household, with single male/father households (38 | 6.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.66 persons per household. non-family households (217 | 34.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wadley
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple197 (31.0%)4.37
Single Male/Father38 (6.0%)4.66
Single Female/Mother183 (28.8%)3.73
Non-family217 (34.2%)1.04
Total Households635 (100.0%)3.06

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wadley

Out of a total of 635 households in Wadley, 418 (65.8%) are family households, while 217 (34.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 146, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 215.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wadley
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-215 (33.9%)
2-Person Households146 (23.0%)2 (0.3%)
3-Person Households96 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households119 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households15 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households25 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households17 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total418 (65.8%)217 (34.2%)

Female Fertility in Wadley

Fertility by Age in Wadley

Average fertility rate in Wadley is 131.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 248.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 62.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Wadley
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years40 (62.5%)248.0
35 to 50 years24 (37.5%)91.0
Total64 (100.0%)131.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wadley

12.5% of women with births (64) in Wadley are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 95.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 75.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wadley
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years2 (5.0%)38 (95.0%)
35 to 50 years6 (25.0%)18 (75.0%)
Total8 (12.5%)56 (87.5%)

Fertility by Education in Wadley

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wadley
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma58 (90.6%)343.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (9.4%)38.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total64 (100.0%)131.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wadley

87.5% of women with births in Wadley are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 13.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wadley
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma8 (13.8%)50 (86.2%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (12.5%)56 (87.5%)

Income in Wadley

Income Overview in Wadley

Per Capita Income in Wadley is $20,460, while median incomes of families and households are $43,750 and $36,406 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,049$20,460
Median Family Income418$43,750
Mean Family Income418$65,315
Median Household Income635$36,406
Mean Household Income635$54,840
Income Deficit418$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,04923.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,04976.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,0490.48

Earnings by Sex in Wadley

Average Earnings in Wadley are $33,228, $38,036 for men and $28,958 for women, a difference of 23.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Wadley
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male309 (39.5%)$38,036
Female473 (60.5%)$28,958
Total782 (100.0%)$33,228

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wadley

The most common earnings brackets in Wadley are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (58 | 18.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (55 | 11.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wadley
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less8 (2.6%)46 (9.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)19 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49925 (8.1%)8 (1.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)33 (7.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4998 (2.6%)18 (3.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)52 (11.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (3.2%)27 (5.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49926 (8.4%)9 (1.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9995 (1.6%)18 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99922 (7.1%)9 (1.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99949 (15.9%)55 (11.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9997 (2.3%)22 (4.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99913 (4.2%)41 (8.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99927 (8.7%)11 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)31 (6.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99958 (18.8%)9 (1.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)20 (4.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (9.7%)17 (3.6%)
$100,000+21 (6.8%)28 (5.9%)
Total309 (100.0%)473 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wadley

Average earnings in Wadley are $43,750 for men and $33,864 for women, a difference of 22.6%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $45,625, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $43,750. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,000, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,361.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wadley
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$43,750$0
High School Diploma$45,625$22,361
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$43,750$33,864

Family Income in Wadley

Family Income Brackets in Wadley

According to the Wadley family income data, there are 91 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.8% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Wadley
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004410.5%
$10,000 to $14,999184.3%
$15,000 to $24,9995713.6%
$25,000 to $34,9995513.2%
$35,000 to $49,9994811.5%
$50,000 to $74,9999121.8%
$75,000 to $99,999256.0%
$100,000 to $149,9995412.9%
$150,000 to $199,99951.2%
$200,000+215.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wadley

4-person families (106 | 25.4%) account for the highest median family income in Wadley with $57,941 per family, while 2-person families (164 | 39.2%) have the highest median income of $21,172 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wadley
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families164 (39.2%)$42,344
3-Person Families91 (21.8%)$0
4-Person Families106 (25.4%)$57,941
5-Person Families27 (6.5%)$0
6-Person Families13 (3.1%)$0
7+ Person Families17 (4.1%)$0
Total418 (100.0%)$43,750

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wadley

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wadley
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners112 (26.8%)$24,853
1 Earner159 (38.0%)$36,806
2 Earners115 (27.5%)$95,568
3+ Earners32 (7.7%)$0
Total418 (100.0%)$43,750

Household Income in Wadley

Household Income Brackets in Wadley

With 120 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Wadley, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (0.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Wadley
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006410.1%
$10,000 to $14,999304.7%
$15,000 to $24,99912018.9%
$25,000 to $34,9999014.2%
$35,000 to $49,99910115.9%
$50,000 to $74,99910115.9%
$75,000 to $99,999477.4%
$100,000 to $149,999568.8%
$150,000 to $199,99950.8%
$200,000+213.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wadley

The median household income in Wadley is $36,406, with the highest median household income of $48,409 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 236 households (37.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wadley
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years187 (29.4%)$46,563
45 to 64 Years236 (37.2%)$48,409
65+ Years212 (33.4%)$30,000
Total635 (100.0%)$36,406

Poverty in Wadley

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wadley

With 23.8% poverty level for males and 24.9% for females among the residents of Wadley, 25 to 34 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 21 males (56.8%) and 22 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wadley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (31.2%)56 (38.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years31 (33.7%)18 (19.2%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)9 (14.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years12 (37.5%)16 (72.7%)
18 to 24 Years42 (25.9%)20 (17.1%)
25 to 34 Years21 (56.8%)36 (41.4%)
35 to 44 Years30 (20.5%)42 (32.6%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)29 (18.8%)
55 to 64 Years10 (12.5%)19 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years23 (37.7%)23 (19.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total189 (23.8%)290 (24.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wadley

According to the poverty statistics in Wadley, males aged 15 years and females aged 75 years and over 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 Wadley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years44 (68.8%)89 (61.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years61 (66.3%)76 (80.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)55 (85.9%)
15 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years20 (62.5%)6 (27.3%)
18 to 24 Years120 (74.1%)97 (82.9%)
25 to 34 Years16 (43.2%)51 (58.6%)
35 to 44 Years116 (79.4%)87 (67.4%)
45 to 54 Years88 (100.0%)125 (81.2%)
55 to 64 Years70 (87.5%)110 (85.3%)
65 to 74 Years38 (62.3%)93 (80.2%)
75 Years and over4 (100.0%)86 (100.0%)
Total605 (76.2%)875 (75.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wadley

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wadley show that 12.2% or 24 of the total 197 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 15.2%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wadley
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children78 (84.8%)14 (15.2%)
1 or 2 Children93 (90.3%)10 (9.7%)
3 or 4 Children2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total173 (87.8%)24 (12.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wadley

According to the poverty data in Wadley, 26.3% or 10 single-father households and 33.3% or 61 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wadley
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children10 (100.0%)11 (16.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)25 (27.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (26.3%)61 (33.3%)

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

The poverty data for Wadley shows that 24 of the married-couple family households (12.2%) and 71 of the single-parent households (32.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (15.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wadley
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children14 (15.2%)21 (27.6%)
1 or 2 Children10 (9.7%)25 (23.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total24 (12.2%)71 (32.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Wadley

Employment by Class of Employer in Wadley

Among the 610 employed individuals in Wadley, private company employees (409 | 67.0%), local government employees (69 | 11.3%), and state government employees (52 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wadley
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees40967.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)213.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations508.2%
Local Government Employees6911.3%
State Government Employees528.5%
Federal Government Employees91.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total610100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wadley

According to the labor force statistics for Wadley, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,540), 45.7% or 704 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.1% or 71 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 77.1% or 195 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 44.2% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wadley
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years41 (20.9%)9 (22.0%)
20 to 24 Years75 (54.7%)11 (14.7%)
25 to 29 Years40 (66.7%)13 (32.5%)
30 to 34 Years43 (67.2%)19 (44.2%)
35 to 44 Years131 (47.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years195 (77.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years65 (47.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years48 (58.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years66 (34.7%)19 (28.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total704 (45.7%)71 (10.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wadley

According to labor force statistics for Wadley, 59.9% of individuals (522) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (871) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 32 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 100.0% or 40 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.8% or 21 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wadley
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School100 (58.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma238 (51.1%)41 (8.8%)
College / Associate Degree144 (74.6%)15 (7.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total522 (59.9%)53 (6.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wadley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wadley are Health Diagnosing & Treating (48 | 7.6%), Management (47 | 7.4%), Health Technologists (38 | 6.0%), Business & Financial (25 | 4.0%), and Community & Social Service (5 | 0.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wadley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wadley, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (68.1%), Business & Financial (32.0%), and Health Technologists (5.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (95.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wadley
OccupationMaleFemale
Management32 (68.1%)15 (31.9%)
Business & Financial8 (32.0%)17 (68.0%)
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 0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2 (4.2%)46 (95.8%)
Health Technologists2 (5.3%)36 (94.7%)
Total (Category)42 (33.6%)83 (66.4%)
Total (Overall)282 (44.6%)351 (55.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wadley are Healthcare Support (69 | 10.9%), Security & Protection (31 | 4.9%), Law Enforcement (31 | 4.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (26 | 4.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (7 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Wadley

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wadley, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (23.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.7%), Security & Protection (80.6%), and Law Enforcement (80.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wadley
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support5 (7.2%)64 (92.7%)
Security & Protection6 (19.4%)25 (80.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement6 (19.4%)25 (80.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving6 (23.1%)20 (76.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)27 (19.9%)109 (80.1%)
Total (Overall)282 (44.6%)351 (55.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wadley are Office & Administration (73 | 11.5%), and Sales & Related (49 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wadley

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wadley
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related3 (6.1%)46 (93.9%)
Office & Administration19 (26.0%)54 (74.0%)
Total (Category)22 (18.0%)100 (82.0%)
Total (Overall)282 (44.6%)351 (55.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wadley are Construction & Extraction (35 | 5.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (18 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (14 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wadley

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wadley
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)53 (79.1%)14 (20.9%)
Total (Overall)282 (44.6%)351 (55.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wadley are Production (118 | 18.6%), Material Moving (39 | 6.2%), and Transportation (26 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wadley

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wadley
OccupationMaleFemale
Production100 (84.8%)18 (15.2%)
Transportation16 (61.5%)10 (38.5%)
Material Moving22 (56.4%)17 (43.6%)
Total (Category)138 (75.4%)45 (24.6%)
Total (Overall)282 (44.6%)351 (55.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wadley

Employment Industries in Wadley

The major employment industries in Wadley include Manufacturing (185 | 29.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (161 | 25.4%), Retail Trade (63 | 10.0%), Public Administration (50 | 7.9%), and Construction (34 | 5.4%).
Employment Industries in Wadley

Employment Industries by Sex in Wadley

The Wadley industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wadley
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing149 (80.5%)36 (19.5%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Retail Trade21 (33.3%)42 (66.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing23 (67.6%)11 (32.4%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance7 (4.3%)154 (95.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services6 (30.0%)14 (70.0%)
Public Administration6 (12.0%)44 (88.0%)
Total282 (44.6%)351 (55.4%)

Education in Wadley

School Enrollment in Wadley

The most common levels of schooling among the 602 students in Wadley are high school (212 | 35.2%), elementary school (109 | 18.1%), and middle school (101 | 16.8%).
School Enrollment in Wadley
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool8113.5%
Kindergarten366.0%
Elementary School10918.1%
Middle School10116.8%
High School21235.2%
College / Undergraduate528.6%
Graduate / Professional111.8%
Total602100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wadley

Out of a total of 602 students who are enrolled in schools in Wadley, 24 (4.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 578 (96.0%) 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 17 (22.7% 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 151 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wadley
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds58 (77.3%)17 (22.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds75 (91.5%)7 (8.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total578 (96.0%)24 (4.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wadley

Bio, nature & agricultural (18 | 29.0%), business (12 | 19.4%), science & technology (10 | 16.1%), education (7 | 11.3%), and physical & health sciences (6 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 62 individuals in Wadley who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wadley
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1829.0%
Physical & Health Sciences69.7%
Psychology34.8%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering46.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1016.1%
Business1219.4%
Education711.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities23.2%
Total62100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wadley

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wadley

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wadley are males with 1 vehicle (100, accounting for 38.2%) and females with 1 vehicle (131, making up 29.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wadley
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)33 (9.6%)
1 Vehicle100 (38.2%)131 (38.2%)
2 Vehicles42 (16.0%)74 (21.6%)
3 Vehicles67 (25.6%)42 (12.2%)
4 Vehicles51 (19.5%)37 (10.8%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (0.8%)26 (7.6%)
Total262 (100.0%)343 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wadley

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wadley are 10 to 14 minutes (88 commuters, 15.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (83 commuters, 14.4%), and 60 to 89 minutes (74 commuters, 12.8%).
Commute Time in Wadley
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7212.5%
5 to 9 Minutes8314.4%
10 to 14 Minutes8815.2%
15 to 19 Minutes488.3%
20 to 24 Minutes417.1%
25 to 29 Minutes386.6%
30 to 34 Minutes376.4%
35 to 39 Minutes152.6%
40 to 44 Minutes213.6%
45 to 59 Minutes244.2%
60 to 89 Minutes7412.8%
90 or more Minutes376.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Wadley

The most common commute times in Wadley are less than 5 minutes (63 commuters, 24.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (70 commuters, 21.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wadley
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes63 (24.7%)9 (2.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes33 (12.9%)50 (15.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes18 (7.1%)70 (21.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes26 (10.2%)22 (6.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes3 (1.2%)38 (11.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)38 (11.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes17 (6.7%)20 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes15 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes15 (5.9%)6 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (2.0%)19 (5.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes34 (13.3%)40 (12.4%)
90 or more Minutes26 (10.2%)11 (3.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wadley

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wadley are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (70, 27.5%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (51, 15.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wadley
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM35 (13.7%)13 (4.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4 (1.6%)33 (10.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM70 (27.5%)12 (3.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM18 (7.1%)39 (12.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM28 (11.0%)51 (15.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM23 (9.0%)41 (12.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (4.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (1.2%)43 (13.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (0.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM11 (4.3%)11 (3.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (0.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (4.7%)41 (12.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM51 (20.0%)21 (6.5%)
Total255 (100.0%)323 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wadley

Occupancy by Ownership in Wadley

Of the total 635 dwellings in Wadley, owner-occupied units account for 408 (64.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 227 (35.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wadley
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units40864.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units22735.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units635100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wadley

Occupancy by Household Size in Wadley
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household21533.9%
2-Person Household14823.3%
3-Person Household9615.1%
4+ Person Household17627.7%
Total Housing Units635100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wadley

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wadley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household120 (55.8%)95 (44.2%)
2-Person Household112 (75.7%)36 (24.3%)
3-Person Household74 (77.1%)22 (22.9%)
4+ Person Household102 (58.0%)74 (42.0%)
Total Housing Units408 (64.2%)227 (35.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wadley

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wadley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School132 (66.7%)66 (33.3%)
High School Diploma139 (54.5%)116 (45.5%)
College/Associate Degree109 (70.8%)45 (29.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wadley

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wadley
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years548.5%
35 to 44 Years13320.9%
45 to 54 Years13921.9%
55 to 64 Years9715.3%
65 to 74 Years13821.7%
75 to 84 Years6410.1%
85 Years and Over101.6%
Total635100.0%

Housing Finances in Wadley

Median Income by Occupancy in Wadley

Median Income by Occupancy in Wadley
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied408 (64.2%)$43,295
Renter-Occupied227 (35.7%)$22,880
Average635 (100.0%)$36,406

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wadley

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wadley
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (0.7%)33 (14.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (2.0%)20 (8.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (2.0%)22 (9.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99932 (7.8%)25 (11.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99930 (7.3%)33 (14.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99981 (19.9%)9 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99971 (17.4%)30 (13.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99997 (23.8%)4 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (2.9%)35 (15.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99940 (9.8%)16 (7.0%)
$150,000 or more26 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total408 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wadley

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wadley
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30044 (10.8%)43 (18.9%)
$300 to $499173 (42.4%)36 (15.9%)
$500 to $79998 (24.0%)72 (31.7%)
$800 to $99939 (9.6%)40 (17.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49953 (13.0%)26 (11.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4991 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total408 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wadley

Housing Structures in Wadley

Housing Structures in Wadley
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached35455.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments101.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments365.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments467.2%
10 or more Apartments152.4%
Mobile Home / Other17427.4%
Total635100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wadley

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wadley
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached250 (70.6%)104 (29.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other158 (90.8%)16 (9.2%)
Total408 (64.2%)227 (35.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wadley

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wadley
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms13 (3.2%)48 (21.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms155 (38.0%)125 (55.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms205 (50.2%)54 (23.8%)
8 or more Rooms35 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total408 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wadley

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wadley
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas11 (2.7%)9 (4.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas92 (22.6%)27 (11.9%)
Electricity301 (73.8%)191 (84.1%)
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 Used4 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total408 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wadley

Household Vehicle Usage in Wadley
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3 (0.7%)95 (41.8%)
1 Vehicle222 (54.4%)61 (26.9%)
2 Vehicles133 (32.6%)34 (15.0%)
3 or more Vehicles50 (12.2%)37 (16.3%)
Total408 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wadley

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wadley

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units300108
Median Property Value$50,900$68,300
Median Household Income$38,571$5
Monthly Housing Costs$396$0
Real Estate Taxes$676$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wadley

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wadley
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000147 (49.0%)33 (30.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999145 (48.3%)48 (44.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9998 (2.7%)27 (25.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wadley

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wadley
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99946 (15.3%)3 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99981 (27.0%)24 (22.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99966 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99966 (22.0%)5 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (1.7%)31 (28.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (2.3%)7 (6.5%)
$150,000 or more21 (7.0%)33 (30.6%)
Total300 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wadley

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wadley
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x232 (77.3%)68,875 (63,773.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x45 (15.0%)89 (82.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x15 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more8 (2.7%)5 (4.6%)
Total300 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wadley

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wadley
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800156 (52.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49982 (27.3%)46 (42.6%)
$800 to $1,49913 (4.3%)29 (26.9%)
Total300 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wadley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wadley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wadley
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years231 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years448 (97.8%)10 (2.2%)
19 to 25 Years148 (83.2%)30 (16.9%)
26 to 34 Years76 (76.8%)23 (23.2%)
35 to 44 Years176 (64.0%)99 (36.0%)
45 to 54 Years209 (86.4%)33 (13.6%)
55 to 64 Years179 (85.7%)30 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,734 (88.5%)225 (11.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wadley

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wadley
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born231 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen448 (97.8%)10 (2.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen148 (83.2%)30 (16.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wadley

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wadley
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000468 (86.5%)73 (13.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999350 (84.3%)65 (15.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999218 (81.3%)50 (18.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999316 (98.4%)5 (1.6%)
$100,000 and over372 (93.0%)28 (7.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wadley

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wadley
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6184 (79.6%)57 (24.7%)
6 to 18 Years391 (85.4%)65 (14.2%)
19 to 25 Years64 (36.0%)84 (47.2%)
25 to 34 Years50 (50.5%)36 (36.4%)
35 to 44 Years70 (25.5%)115 (41.8%)
45 to 54 Years48 (19.8%)174 (71.9%)
55 to 64 Years89 (42.6%)102 (48.8%)
65 to 74 Years173 (97.7%)38 (21.5%)
75 Years and over90 (100.0%)15 (16.7%)
Total1,159 (59.2%)686 (35.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wadley

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wadley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (9.6%)19 (9.3%)
35 to 64 Years68 (21.7%)49 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years25 (41.0%)28 (24.1%)
75 Years and over4 (100.0%)71 (82.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wadley

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wadley: <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 Years2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (2.2%)12 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (17.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wadley: <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 Years5 (1.6%)13 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (6.6%)13 (11.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (12.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wadley: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (4.5%)19 (9.3%)
35 to 64 Years48 (15.3%)5 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (25.0%)33 (38.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wadley: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (9.2%)26 (6.3%)
65 to 74 Years21 (34.4%)15 (12.9%)
75 Years and over4 (100.0%)58 (67.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wadley: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)9 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years7 (2.2%)10 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (25.0%)6 (7.0%)

Technology Access in Wadley

Computing Device Access in Wadley

Computing Device Access in Wadley
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop26040.9%
Smartphone51080.3%
Tablet22235.0%
No Computing Device11518.1%
Total635100.0%

Internet Access in Wadley

Internet Access in Wadley
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home20832.8%
Cellular Data Only17026.8%
Satellite Internet558.7%
No Internet20832.8%
Total635100.0%

Wadley Summary

Wadley is a small city located in Jefferson County, Georgia, United States. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, approximately 30 miles east of Athens. The city has a population of 1,845 as of the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Wadley was first settled in the early 1800s by settlers from North Carolina. The town was originally known as "Wadley's Station" after the local postmaster, William Wadley. The town was officially incorporated in 1891.
In the early 1900s, Wadley was a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several cotton gins, a sawmill, and a gristmill. The town also had a railroad station, which connected it to the larger cities of Athens and Augusta.
In the 1950s, Wadley began to experience a decline in population as many of its residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities. The town's population has remained relatively stable since then, with a slight increase in recent years.

Geography

Wadley is located at 33°45'N 82°51'W. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, approximately 30 miles east of Athens. The city has a total area of 1.7 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a hilly region, with elevations ranging from 600 to 800 feet above sea level. The city is drained by several small creeks, including the Oconee River, which flows through the city.

Economy

The economy of Wadley is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and peanuts. The city also has several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a textile mill. The city is also home to a small airport, which serves the surrounding area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Wadley was 1,845. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.
The median household income in Wadley was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,813. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Wadley is a small city located in Jefferson County, Georgia, United States. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, approximately 30 miles east of Athens. The city has a population of 1,845 as of the 2010 census. The economy of Wadley is largely based on agriculture, with several farms producing a variety of crops. The city also has several small businesses and manufacturing companies. The racial makeup of the city is 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.9% from other races. The median household income in Wadley was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,813. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wadley?
Total Population of Wadley is 2,049.
What is the Total Male Population of Wadley?
Total Male Population of Wadley is 816.
What is the Total Female Population of Wadley?
Total Female Population of Wadley is 1,233.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wadley?
There are 66.18 Males per 100 Females in Wadley.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wadley?
There are 151.10 Females per 100 Males in Wadley.
What is the Median Population Age in Wadley?
Median Population Age in Wadley is 36.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wadley
Average Family Size in Wadley is 4.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wadley
Average Household Size in Wadley is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wadley?
Per Capita income in Wadley is $20,460.
What is the Median Family Income in Wadley?
Median Family Income in Wadley is $43,750.
What is the Median Household income in Wadley?
Median Household Income in Wadley is $36,406.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wadley?
Income or Wage Gap in Wadley is 23.9%.
Women in Wadley earn 76.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wadley?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wadley is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wadley?
There are 704 People in the Labor Forcein in Wadley.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wadley?
45.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Wadley.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wadley?
Unemployment Rate in Wadley is 10.1%.