Pickens, MS

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Pickens Overview

1,096
TOTAL POPULATION
367
MALE POPULATION
729
FEMALE POPULATION
50.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
198.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,585
PER CAPITA INCOME
$34,479
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$32,153
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
48.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
51.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,813
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
360
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Pickens Zip Codes

Pickens Area Codes

Race in Pickens

The most populous races in Pickens are Black / African American (1,044 | 95.3%), and White / Caucasian (52 | 4.7%).
Race in Pickens
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1,04495.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian524.7%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,096100.0%

Ancestry in Pickens

The most populous ancestries reported in Pickens are English (25 | 2.3%), and German (14 | 1.3%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Pickens residents.
Ancestry in Pickens
Ancestry# Population% Population
English252.3%
German141.3%
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Immigrants in Pickens

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

Sex and Age in Pickens

The most populous age groups in Pickens are 15 to 19 Years (64 | 17.4%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (108 | 14.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Pickens
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (5.4%)27 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Years41 (11.2%)101 (13.9%)
10 to 14 Years30 (8.2%)75 (10.3%)
15 to 19 Years64 (17.4%)38 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)51 (7.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years5 (1.4%)108 (14.8%)
35 to 39 Years24 (6.5%)8 (1.1%)
40 to 44 Years16 (4.4%)33 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years29 (7.9%)25 (3.4%)
50 to 54 Years29 (7.9%)60 (8.2%)
55 to 59 Years9 (2.5%)47 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years14 (3.8%)19 (2.6%)
65 to 69 Years42 (11.4%)46 (6.3%)
70 to 74 Years11 (3.0%)22 (3.0%)
75 to 79 Years27 (7.4%)19 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)42 (5.8%)
85 Years and over6 (1.6%)8 (1.1%)
Total367 (100.0%)729 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Pickens

Median Family Size in Pickens

Median Family Size in Pickens
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple151 (51.5%)3.05
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother142 (48.5%)3.28
Total Families293 (100.0%)3.16

Median Household Size in Pickens

Median Household Size in Pickens
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple151 (36.8%)3.36
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother142 (34.6%)3.28
Non-family117 (28.5%)1.05
Total Households410 (100.0%)2.67

Household Size by Marriage Status in Pickens

Out of a total of 410 households in Pickens, 293 (71.5%) are family households, while 117 (28.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 158, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 111.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pickens
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-111 (27.1%)
2-Person Households158 (38.5%)6 (1.5%)
3-Person Households95 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households29 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households4 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total293 (71.5%)117 (28.5%)

Female Fertility in Pickens

Fertility by Age in Pickens

Female Fertility by Age in Pickens
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 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pickens

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pickens
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%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Pickens

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Pickens
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pickens

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pickens
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%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Pickens

Income Overview in Pickens

Per Capita Income in Pickens is $17,585, while median incomes of families and households are $34,479 and $32,153 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,096$17,585
Median Family Income293$34,479
Mean Family Income293$48,957
Median Household Income410$32,153
Mean Household Income410$43,105
Income Deficit293$7,813
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,09648.42%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,09651.58¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,0960.44

Earnings by Sex in Pickens

Average Earnings in Pickens are $27,353, $47,969 for men and $24,741 for women, a difference of 48.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Pickens
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male75 (19.1%)$47,969
Female317 (80.9%)$24,741
Total392 (100.0%)$27,353

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pickens

The most common earnings brackets in Pickens are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (17 | 22.7%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (77 | 24.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pickens
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)7 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)4 (1.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)20 (6.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)24 (7.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99916 (21.3%)40 (12.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)16 (5.1%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)53 (16.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99913 (17.3%)4 (1.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)77 (24.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)23 (7.3%)
$40,000 to $44,9997 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9998 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9994 (5.3%)17 (5.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (22.7%)4 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)28 (8.8%)
$100,000+10 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pickens

Average earnings in Pickens are $47,969 for men and $31,429 for women, a difference of 34.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,500, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $62,500. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,625, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $18,083.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pickens
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$62,500$24,625
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$47,969$31,429

Family Income in Pickens

Family Income Brackets in Pickens

According to the Pickens family income data, there are 77 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Pickens
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00072.4%
$10,000 to $14,9995117.4%
$15,000 to $24,999196.5%
$25,000 to $34,9997726.3%
$35,000 to $49,9995518.8%
$50,000 to $74,9993913.3%
$75,000 to $99,999113.8%
$100,000 to $149,999175.8%
$150,000 to $199,999175.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pickens

4-person families (36 | 12.3%) account for the highest median family income in Pickens with $149,643 per family, while 4-person families (36 | 12.3%) have the highest median income of $37,411 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pickens
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families158 (53.9%)$34,464
3-Person Families95 (32.4%)$31,313
4-Person Families36 (12.3%)$149,643
5-Person Families4 (1.4%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total293 (100.0%)$34,479

Family Income by Number of Earners in Pickens

Family Income by Number of Earners in Pickens
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners77 (26.3%)$29,464
1 Earner149 (50.8%)$32,063
2 Earners57 (19.5%)$0
3+ Earners10 (3.4%)$0
Total293 (100.0%)$34,479

Household Income in Pickens

Household Income Brackets in Pickens

With 107 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Pickens, accounting for 26.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Pickens
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000225.4%
$10,000 to $14,99910024.4%
$15,000 to $24,999256.1%
$25,000 to $34,99910726.1%
$35,000 to $49,9995513.4%
$50,000 to $74,9994310.5%
$75,000 to $99,999204.9%
$100,000 to $149,999215.1%
$150,000 to $199,999174.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Pickens

The median household income in Pickens is $32,153, with the highest median household income of $34,866 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 161 households (39.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Pickens
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years117 (28.5%)$31,632
45 to 64 Years161 (39.3%)$34,866
65+ Years132 (32.2%)$14,313
Total410 (100.0%)$32,153

Poverty in Pickens

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pickens

With 29.4% poverty level for males and 25.8% for females among the residents of Pickens, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (100.0%) and 27 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pickens
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years18 (31.0%)26 (23.4%)
12 to 14 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years7 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years9 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years5 (100.0%)27 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)8 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years15 (25.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years15 (65.2%)11 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years3 (5.7%)24 (35.3%)
75 Years and over19 (57.6%)56 (81.2%)
Total104 (29.4%)179 (25.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pickens

According to the poverty statistics in Pickens, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 Pickens
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years40 (69.0%)85 (76.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
15 Years14 (66.7%)19 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years9 (50.0%)70 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)81 (75.0%)
35 to 44 Years40 (100.0%)33 (80.5%)
45 to 54 Years43 (74.1%)85 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years8 (34.8%)55 (83.3%)
65 to 74 Years50 (94.3%)44 (64.7%)
75 Years and over14 (42.4%)13 (18.8%)
Total250 (70.6%)516 (74.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pickens

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pickens show that 17.2% or 26 of the total 151 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 21.8%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 8.0%, which includes 4 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pickens
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children79 (78.2%)22 (21.8%)
1 or 2 Children46 (92.0%)4 (8.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total125 (82.8%)26 (17.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pickens

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pickens
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)6 (14.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)36 (35.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)42 (29.6%)

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

The poverty data for Pickens shows that 26 of the married-couple family households (17.2%) and 42 of the single-parent households (29.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (21.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 household (35.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pickens
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children22 (21.8%)6 (14.6%)
1 or 2 Children4 (8.0%)36 (35.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (17.2%)42 (29.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Pickens

Employment by Class of Employer in Pickens

Among the 351 employed individuals in Pickens, private company employees (191 | 54.4%), state government employees (114 | 32.5%), and local government employees (26 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Pickens
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees19154.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations205.7%
Local Government Employees267.4%
State Government Employees11432.5%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total351100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Pickens

According to the labor force statistics for Pickens, out of the total population over 16 years of age (762), 47.2% or 360 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 5 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 51 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 4.4% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Pickens
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years113 (100.0%)5 (4.4%)
35 to 44 Years81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years88 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years7 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years8 (24.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total360 (47.2%)5 (1.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pickens

According to labor force statistics for Pickens, 69.7% of individuals (297) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (426) are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 5 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 77.4% or 89 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.1% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pickens
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School10 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma82 (74.5%)7 (6.1%)
College / Associate Degree89 (77.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher116 (73.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total297 (69.7%)7 (1.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Pickens

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pickens are Community & Social Service (38 | 10.7%), Education Instruction & Library (26 | 7.3%), Education, Arts & Media (12 | 3.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (12 | 3.4%), and Business & Financial (9 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Pickens

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Pickens
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
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%)38 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)75 (21.1%)280 (78.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Pickens are Healthcare Support (19 | 5.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (15 | 4.2%).
Services Occupations in Pickens

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Pickens
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)75 (21.1%)280 (78.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pickens are Office & Administration (138 | 38.9%), and Sales & Related (46 | 13.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Pickens

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Pickens
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related17 (37.0%)29 (63.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)138 (100.0%)
Total (Category)17 (9.2%)167 (90.8%)
Total (Overall)75 (21.1%)280 (78.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pickens are Construction & Extraction (20 | 5.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (20 | 5.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Pickens

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Pickens
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)20 (50.0%)20 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)75 (21.1%)280 (78.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pickens are Transportation (34 | 9.6%), and Production (4 | 1.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Pickens

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Pickens
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)75 (21.1%)280 (78.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Pickens

Employment Industries in Pickens

The major employment industries in Pickens include Educational Services (88 | 24.8%), Retail Trade (74 | 20.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (39 | 11.0%), Public Administration (32 | 9.0%), and Wholesale Trade (30 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Pickens

Employment Industries by Sex in Pickens

The Pickens industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (86.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Retail Trade (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pickens
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Manufacturing11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)74 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing26 (86.7%)4 (13.3%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance8 (20.5%)31 (79.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Total75 (21.1%)280 (78.9%)

Education in Pickens

School Enrollment in Pickens

The most common levels of schooling among the 380 students in Pickens are middle school (137 | 36.0%), elementary school (87 | 22.9%), and high school (54 | 14.2%).
School Enrollment in Pickens
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4712.4%
Kindergarten51.3%
Elementary School8722.9%
Middle School13736.0%
High School5414.2%
College / Undergraduate4110.8%
Graduate / Professional92.4%
Total380100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pickens

Out of a total of 380 students who are enrolled in schools in Pickens, 48 (12.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 332 (87.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 25 (38.5% 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 40 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pickens
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds65 (82.3%)14 (17.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds40 (61.5%)25 (38.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds37 (100.0%)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 over16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)
Total332 (87.4%)48 (12.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pickens

Education (58 | 36.7%), arts & humanities (39 | 24.7%), social sciences (28 | 17.7%), business (13 | 8.2%), and psychology (12 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 158 individuals in Pickens who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pickens
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology127.6%
Social Sciences2817.7%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies42.5%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business138.2%
Education5836.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History42.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities3924.7%
Total158100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Pickens

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pickens

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pickens are males with 2 vehicles (17, accounting for 22.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (146, making up 6.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pickens
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle16 (21.3%)43 (15.6%)
2 Vehicles17 (22.7%)146 (52.9%)
3 Vehicles17 (22.7%)56 (20.3%)
4 Vehicles8 (10.7%)19 (6.9%)
5 or more Vehicles17 (22.7%)12 (4.3%)
Total75 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Pickens

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pickens are 45 to 59 minutes (76 commuters, 24.1%), 90 or more minutes (53 commuters, 16.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (47 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in Pickens
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes72.2%
5 to 9 Minutes257.9%
10 to 14 Minutes154.8%
15 to 19 Minutes227.0%
20 to 24 Minutes4414.0%
25 to 29 Minutes144.4%
30 to 34 Minutes4714.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes7624.1%
60 to 89 Minutes123.8%
90 or more Minutes5316.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Pickens

The most common commute times in Pickens are 45 to 59 minutes (37 commuters, 62.7%) for males and 90 or more minutes (53 commuters, 20.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Pickens
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (2.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)25 (9.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)15 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)22 (8.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes8 (13.6%)36 (14.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes14 (23.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)47 (18.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes37 (62.7%)39 (15.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (4.7%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)53 (20.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pickens

The most frequent times of departure to work in Pickens are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (17, 28.8%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (63, 24.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pickens
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM17 (28.8%)15 (5.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)12 (4.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4 (6.8%)33 (12.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM13 (22.0%)19 (7.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM17 (28.8%)40 (15.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM8 (13.6%)21 (8.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)63 (24.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)53 (20.7%)
Total59 (100.0%)256 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Pickens

Occupancy by Ownership in Pickens

Of the total 410 dwellings in Pickens, owner-occupied units account for 253 (61.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 157 (38.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Pickens
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units25361.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units15738.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units410100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Pickens

Occupancy by Household Size in Pickens
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11127.1%
2-Person Household16440.0%
3-Person Household9523.2%
4+ Person Household409.8%
Total Housing Units410100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pickens

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pickens
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household44 (39.6%)67 (60.4%)
2-Person Household110 (67.1%)54 (32.9%)
3-Person Household59 (62.1%)36 (37.9%)
4+ Person Household40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units253 (61.7%)157 (38.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pickens

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pickens
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School51 (54.3%)43 (45.7%)
High School Diploma27 (28.1%)69 (71.9%)
College/Associate Degree119 (84.4%)22 (15.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher56 (70.9%)23 (29.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pickens

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pickens
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5914.4%
35 to 44 Years5814.1%
45 to 54 Years8621.0%
55 to 64 Years7518.3%
65 to 74 Years6215.1%
75 to 84 Years5613.7%
85 Years and Over143.4%
Total410100.0%

Housing Finances in Pickens

Median Income by Occupancy in Pickens

Median Income by Occupancy in Pickens
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied253 (61.7%)$34,006
Renter-Occupied157 (38.3%)$21,458
Average410 (100.0%)$32,153

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pickens

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pickens
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (2.4%)9 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99934 (13.4%)66 (42.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9996 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)19 (12.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99991 (36.0%)16 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99927 (10.7%)28 (17.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99924 (9.5%)19 (12.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99921 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more17 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total253 (100.0%)157 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pickens

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pickens
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30042 (16.6%)46 (29.3%)
$300 to $49999 (39.1%)16 (10.2%)
$500 to $79922 (8.7%)6 (3.8%)
$800 to $99927 (10.7%)25 (15.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49963 (24.9%)20 (12.7%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total253 (100.0%)157 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Pickens

Housing Structures in Pickens

Housing Structures in Pickens
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached30173.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments92.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5312.9%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other4711.5%
Total410100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pickens

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pickens
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached216 (71.8%)85 (28.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other37 (78.7%)10 (21.3%)
Total253 (61.7%)157 (38.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pickens

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pickens
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)20 (12.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms93 (36.8%)95 (60.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms131 (51.8%)37 (23.6%)
8 or more Rooms29 (11.5%)5 (3.2%)
Total253 (100.0%)157 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pickens

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pickens
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas101 (39.9%)60 (38.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity152 (60.1%)97 (61.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total253 (100.0%)157 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Pickens

Household Vehicle Usage in Pickens
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (2.4%)46 (29.3%)
1 Vehicle46 (18.2%)61 (38.9%)
2 Vehicles116 (45.9%)31 (19.8%)
3 or more Vehicles85 (33.6%)19 (12.1%)
Total253 (100.0%)157 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Pickens

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pickens

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units140113
Median Property Value$80,300$139,800
Median Household Income$36,250$17
Monthly Housing Costs$345$0
Real Estate Taxes$657$17

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pickens

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pickens
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00027 (19.3%)14 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99974 (52.9%)12 (10.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99939 (27.9%)87 (77.0%)
$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%)
Total140 (100.0%)113 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pickens

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pickens
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00013 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (12.1%)8 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99927 (19.3%)74 (65.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99924 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99916 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (7.9%)4 (3.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)10 (8.8%)
Total140 (100.0%)113 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pickens

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pickens
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x70 (50.0%)33,229 (29,406.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x21 (15.0%)35 (31.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x17 (12.1%)4 (3.5%)
4.0x or more32 (22.9%)8 (7.1%)
Total140 (100.0%)113 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pickens

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pickens
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80033 (23.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)32 (28.3%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)36 (31.9%)
Total140 (100.0%)113 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Pickens

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pickens

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pickens
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years313 (91.5%)29 (8.5%)
19 to 25 Years26 (51.0%)25 (49.0%)
26 to 34 Years108 (95.6%)5 (4.4%)
35 to 44 Years81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years129 (90.2%)14 (9.8%)
55 to 64 Years89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,023 (93.3%)73 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pickens

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pickens
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen313 (91.5%)29 (8.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen26 (51.0%)25 (49.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pickens

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pickens
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000285 (98.3%)5 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999356 (92.5%)29 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (89.2%)4 (10.8%)
$100,000 and over188 (84.3%)35 (15.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pickens

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pickens
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 654 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years225 (65.8%)137 (40.1%)
19 to 25 Years26 (51.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years89 (78.8%)39 (34.5%)
35 to 44 Years16 (19.8%)65 (80.2%)
45 to 54 Years11 (7.7%)129 (90.2%)
55 to 64 Years61 (68.5%)63 (70.8%)
65 to 74 Years121 (100.0%)67 (55.4%)
75 Years and over91 (89.2%)29 (28.4%)
Total694 (63.3%)529 (48.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pickens

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pickens
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years67 (57.3%)26 (13.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)77 (43.3%)
35 to 64 Years41 (33.9%)86 (44.8%)
65 to 74 Years45 (84.9%)33 (48.5%)
75 Years and over25 (75.8%)69 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pickens

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Pickens: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years28 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years35 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (42.4%)24 (34.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Pickens: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years55 (47.0%)26 (13.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)70 (39.3%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)54 (28.1%)
65 to 74 Years10 (18.9%)29 (42.6%)
75 Years and over25 (75.8%)45 (65.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Pickens: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (3.3%)10 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years5 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)39 (56.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Pickens: <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 Years24 (19.8%)26 (13.5%)
65 to 74 Years5 (9.4%)33 (48.5%)
75 Years and over14 (42.4%)56 (81.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Pickens: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (9.1%)10 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (8.8%)
75 Years and over14 (42.4%)8 (11.6%)

Technology Access in Pickens

Computing Device Access in Pickens

Computing Device Access in Pickens
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22755.4%
Smartphone27767.6%
Tablet23156.3%
No Computing Device11127.1%
Total410100.0%

Internet Access in Pickens

Internet Access in Pickens
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home17743.2%
Cellular Data Only6215.1%
Satellite Internet307.3%
No Internet17141.7%
Total410100.0%

Pickens Summary

Pickens is a small town located in Holmes County, Mississippi. It is situated in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, and is home to a population of approximately 1,000 people. The town was founded in 1871 and has a rich history of agriculture, industry, and culture.

Geography

Pickens is located in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, a region of the United States known for its rich soil and agricultural production. The town is situated on the banks of the Yazoo River, and is surrounded by flat, fertile land. The town is located approximately 30 miles south of the state capital of Jackson, and is within easy driving distance of other major cities in the region, such as Memphis, Tennessee and Vicksburg, Mississippi.

Economy

Pickens has a long history of agricultural production, and the town’s economy is still largely based on farming and related industries. The town is home to several large farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of cotton, soybeans, corn, and other crops. In addition to farming, Pickens is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Pickens had a population of 1,000 people. The town is predominantly African American, with approximately 90% of the population identifying as such. The median household income in Pickens is $25,000, and the median age is 37. The town has a high rate of poverty, with approximately 40% of the population living below the poverty line.

History

Pickens was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from nearby Yazoo City. The town was named after William Pickens, a prominent African American leader and civil rights activist. The town quickly grew, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving agricultural center. During the Great Depression, Pickens was hit hard, and many of its residents were forced to leave in search of work. However, the town was able to recover, and by the 1950s, it had become a bustling center of commerce and industry.
Today, Pickens is a small, rural town with a rich history and culture. The town is home to several historic sites, including the Pickens County Courthouse, which was built in 1872. The town is also home to several churches, including the First Baptist Church of Pickens, which was founded in 1872. Pickens is a quiet, peaceful town, and its residents take pride in their community and its history.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Pickens?
Total Population of Pickens is 1,096.
What is the Total Male Population of Pickens?
Total Male Population of Pickens is 367.
What is the Total Female Population of Pickens?
Total Female Population of Pickens is 729.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pickens?
There are 50.34 Males per 100 Females in Pickens.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pickens?
There are 198.64 Females per 100 Males in Pickens.
What is the Median Population Age in Pickens?
Median Population Age in Pickens is 34.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pickens
Average Family Size in Pickens is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pickens
Average Household Size in Pickens is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pickens?
Per Capita income in Pickens is $17,585.
What is the Median Family Income in Pickens?
Median Family Income in Pickens is $34,479.
What is the Median Household income in Pickens?
Median Household Income in Pickens is $32,153.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pickens?
Income or Wage Gap in Pickens is 48.4%.
Women in Pickens earn 51.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Pickens?
Family Income Deficit in Pickens is $7,813.
Families that are below poverty line in Pickens earn $7,813 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pickens?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pickens is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pickens?
There are 360 People in the Labor Forcein in Pickens.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pickens?
47.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Pickens.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pickens?
Unemployment Rate in Pickens is 1.4%.