Hertford, NC

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Hertford Overview

2,045
TOTAL POPULATION
866
MALE POPULATION
1,179
FEMALE POPULATION
73.45
MALES / 100 FEMALES
136.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,163
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,833
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,696
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
944
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Hertford Zip Codes

Hertford Area Codes

Race in Hertford

The most populous races in Hertford are Black / African American (1,000 | 48.9%), White / Caucasian (959 | 46.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (64 | 3.1%).
Race in Hertford
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.1%
Black / African American1,00048.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino643.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian95946.9%
Two or more Races291.4%
Some other Race562.7%
Total2,045100.0%

Ancestry in Hertford

The most populous ancestries reported in Hertford are English (233 | 11.4%), Irish (159 | 7.8%), Italian (102 | 5.0%), German (101 | 4.9%), and American (71 | 3.5%), together accounting for 32.6% of all Hertford residents.
Ancestry in Hertford
Ancestry# Population% Population
African30.2%
American713.5%
Cherokee110.5%
English23311.4%
European170.8%
Finnish30.2%
French341.7%
German1014.9%
Hungarian50.2%
Irish1597.8%
Italian1025.0%
Mexican80.4%
Northern European190.9%
Norwegian50.2%
Puerto Rican562.7%
Scotch-Irish100.5%
Scottish251.2%
Slovak30.2%
Sri Lankan10.1%
Subsaharan African30.2%
Swedish70.3%
Welsh50.2%
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Immigrants in Hertford

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hertford came from Asia (9 | 0.4%), Jordan (9 | 0.4%), Western Asia (9 | 0.4%), Europe (5 | 0.2%), and Northern Europe (5 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Hertford residents.
Immigrants in Hertford
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia90.4%
Europe50.2%
Jordan90.4%
Northern Europe50.2%
Western Asia90.4%
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Sex and Age in Hertford

Sex and Age in Hertford

The most populous age groups in Hertford are 40 to 44 Years (177 | 20.4%) for men and Under 5 Years (163 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Hertford
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (1.8%)163 (13.8%)
5 to 9 Years68 (7.9%)67 (5.7%)
10 to 14 Years15 (1.7%)41 (3.5%)
15 to 19 Years61 (7.0%)65 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Years45 (5.2%)26 (2.2%)
25 to 29 Years40 (4.6%)78 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years33 (3.8%)114 (9.7%)
35 to 39 Years77 (8.9%)75 (6.4%)
40 to 44 Years177 (20.4%)20 (1.7%)
45 to 49 Years40 (4.6%)33 (2.8%)
50 to 54 Years8 (0.9%)86 (7.3%)
55 to 59 Years25 (2.9%)65 (5.5%)
60 to 64 Years111 (12.8%)77 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years36 (4.2%)114 (9.7%)
70 to 74 Years34 (3.9%)54 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years22 (2.5%)23 (1.9%)
80 to 84 Years28 (3.2%)34 (2.9%)
85 Years and over30 (3.5%)44 (3.7%)
Total866 (100.0%)1,179 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Hertford

Median Family Size in Hertford

The median family size in Hertford is 3.15 persons per family, with single female/mother families (196 | 38.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.63 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (63 | 12.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.16 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Hertford
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple249 (49.0%)3.03
Single Male/Father63 (12.4%)2.16
Single Female/Mother196 (38.6%)3.63
Total Families508 (100.0%)3.15

Median Household Size in Hertford

The median household size in Hertford is 2.37 persons per household, with single female/mother households (196 | 23.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.65 persons per household. non-family households (326 | 39.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.03 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Hertford
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple249 (29.9%)3.03
Single Male/Father63 (7.5%)2.63
Single Female/Mother196 (23.5%)3.65
Non-family326 (39.1%)1.03
Total Households834 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Hertford

Out of a total of 834 households in Hertford, 508 (60.9%) are family households, while 326 (39.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 246, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 317.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hertford
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-317 (38.0%)
2-Person Households246 (29.5%)9 (1.1%)
3-Person Households99 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households106 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households38 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households19 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total508 (60.9%)326 (39.1%)

Female Fertility in Hertford

Fertility by Age in Hertford

Average fertility rate in Hertford is 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Hertford
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)28.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)14.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hertford

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hertford
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Hertford

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Hertford
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 Degree6 (100.0%)49.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)14.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hertford

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hertford
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Hertford

Income Overview in Hertford

Per Capita Income in Hertford is $27,163, while median incomes of families and households are $55,833 and $43,696 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,045$27,163
Median Family Income508$55,833
Mean Family Income508$60,881
Median Household Income834$43,696
Mean Household Income834$55,959
Income Deficit508$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,04533.33%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,04566.67¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,0450.43

Earnings by Sex in Hertford

Average Earnings in Hertford are $38,558, $45,789 for men and $30,526 for women, a difference of 33.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Hertford
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male499 (52.5%)$45,789
Female452 (47.5%)$30,526
Total951 (100.0%)$38,558

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hertford

The most common earnings brackets in Hertford are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (122 | 24.4%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (54 | 11.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hertford
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less14 (2.8%)49 (10.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9998 (1.6%)6 (1.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4998 (1.6%)23 (5.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (2.8%)23 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49920 (4.0%)6 (1.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99940 (8.0%)41 (9.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)14 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49910 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9997 (1.4%)31 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99932 (6.4%)29 (6.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99938 (7.6%)34 (7.5%)
$35,000 to $39,9993 (0.6%)48 (10.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99917 (3.4%)54 (11.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999122 (24.4%)16 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99968 (13.6%)51 (11.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99950 (10.0%)8 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (5.6%)13 (2.9%)
$100,000+20 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total499 (100.0%)452 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hertford

Average earnings in Hertford are $46,250 for men and $34,250 for women, a difference of 26.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $60,357, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $33,894. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,875, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $30,855.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hertford
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,092$0
College or Associate's Degree$33,894$36,875
Bachelor's Degree$60,357$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,250$34,250

Family Income in Hertford

Family Income Brackets in Hertford

According to the Hertford family income data, there are 108 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.3% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Hertford
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000285.5%
$10,000 to $14,9995310.4%
$15,000 to $24,9995510.8%
$25,000 to $34,999418.1%
$35,000 to $49,9997615.0%
$50,000 to $74,9998717.1%
$75,000 to $99,99910821.3%
$100,000 to $149,999305.9%
$150,000 to $199,999244.7%
$200,000+61.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hertford

5-person families (38 | 7.5%) account for the highest median family income in Hertford with $82,955 per family, while 2-person families (254 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $29,200 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hertford
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families254 (50.0%)$58,400
3-Person Families131 (25.8%)$0
4-Person Families66 (13.0%)$44,671
5-Person Families38 (7.5%)$82,955
6-Person Families19 (3.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total508 (100.0%)$55,833

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hertford

The median family income in Hertford is $55,833, with families comprising 2 earners (105) having the highest median family income of $93,958, while families with 1 earner (269) have the lowest median family income of $28,938, accounting for 20.7% and 52.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hertford
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners78 (15.3%)$39,464
1 Earner269 (52.9%)$28,938
2 Earners105 (20.7%)$93,958
3+ Earners56 (11.0%)$83,947
Total508 (100.0%)$55,833

Household Income in Hertford

Household Income Brackets in Hertford

With 183 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Hertford, accounting for 21.9% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (0.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Hertford
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000576.8%
$10,000 to $14,999394.7%
$15,000 to $24,99918321.9%
$25,000 to $34,999587.0%
$35,000 to $49,99915418.5%
$50,000 to $74,99910612.7%
$75,000 to $99,99912615.1%
$100,000 to $149,999637.6%
$150,000 to $199,999425.0%
$200,000+60.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Hertford

The median household income in Hertford is $43,696, with the highest median household income of $54,821 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 219 households (26.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 5 households (0.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Hertford
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5 (0.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years295 (35.4%)$43,322
45 to 64 Years219 (26.3%)$54,821
65+ Years315 (37.8%)$42,375
Total834 (100.0%)$43,696

Poverty in Hertford

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hertford

With 12.9% poverty level for males and 28.0% for females among the residents of Hertford, 16 and 17 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 25 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hertford
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (31.2%)82 (50.3%)
5 Years6 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)32 (38.6%)
12 to 14 Years4 (44.4%)25 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)5 (10.2%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)90 (46.9%)
35 to 44 Years47 (18.5%)20 (21.0%)
45 to 54 Years13 (27.1%)27 (22.7%)
55 to 64 Years16 (11.8%)4 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years4 (7.1%)39 (23.2%)
75 Years and over12 (15.0%)3 (3.0%)
Total110 (12.9%)327 (28.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hertford

According to the poverty statistics in Hertford, males aged 6 to 11 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 Hertford
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (68.8%)81 (49.7%)
5 Years31 (83.8%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years37 (100.0%)51 (61.5%)
12 to 14 Years5 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years78 (100.0%)44 (89.8%)
25 to 34 Years73 (100.0%)102 (53.1%)
35 to 44 Years207 (81.5%)75 (78.9%)
45 to 54 Years35 (72.9%)92 (77.3%)
55 to 64 Years120 (88.2%)125 (96.9%)
65 to 74 Years52 (92.9%)129 (76.8%)
75 Years and over68 (85.0%)98 (97.0%)
Total742 (87.1%)839 (72.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hertford

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hertford show that 4.8% or 12 of the total 249 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.6%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.8%, which includes 4 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hertford
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children135 (94.4%)8 (5.6%)
1 or 2 Children102 (96.2%)4 (3.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (95.2%)12 (4.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hertford

According to the poverty data in Hertford, 63.5% or 40 single-father households and 37.8% or 74 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 40 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (51.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hertford
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)13 (22.4%)
1 or 2 Children40 (100.0%)61 (51.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (63.5%)74 (37.8%)

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

The poverty data for Hertford shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (4.8%) and 114 of the single-parent households (44.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (5.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 101 household (63.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hertford
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (5.6%)13 (16.1%)
1 or 2 Children4 (3.8%)101 (63.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (4.8%)114 (44.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Hertford

Employment by Class of Employer in Hertford

Among the 819 employed individuals in Hertford, private company employees (391 | 47.7%), self-employed (incorporated) (162 | 19.8%), and state government employees (73 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Hertford
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees39147.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)16219.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)465.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations354.3%
Local Government Employees242.9%
State Government Employees738.9%
Federal Government Employees728.8%
Unpaid Family Workers161.9%
Total819100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Hertford

According to the labor force statistics for Hertford, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,650), 57.2% or 944 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.3% or 126 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 118 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Hertford
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years66 (65.3%)33 (50.0%)
20 to 24 Years57 (80.3%)14 (24.6%)
25 to 29 Years118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years57 (38.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years296 (84.8%)47 (15.9%)
45 to 54 Years111 (66.5%)29 (26.1%)
55 to 59 Years67 (74.4%)2 (3.0%)
60 to 64 Years126 (67.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total944 (57.2%)126 (13.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hertford

According to labor force statistics for Hertford, 73.2% of individuals (775) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,059) are in the labor force, with 10.1% or 78 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 94.4% or 102 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.2% or 48 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hertford
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School96 (52.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma297 (76.7%)40 (10.4%)
College / Associate Degree280 (73.3%)66 (17.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher102 (94.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total775 (73.2%)107 (10.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Hertford

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hertford are Health Diagnosing & Treating (194 | 23.9%), Management (61 | 7.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (24 | 2.9%), Business & Financial (23 | 2.8%), and Community & Social Service (21 | 2.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Hertford

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hertford, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Hertford
OccupationMaleFemale
Management20 (32.8%)41 (67.2%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science16 (66.7%)8 (33.3%)
Computers & Mathematics5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 10 (47.6%)11 (52.4%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating119 (61.3%)75 (38.7%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)165 (51.1%)158 (48.9%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.6%)434 (53.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Hertford are Healthcare Support (90 | 11.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (72 | 8.9%), Security & Protection (27 | 3.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (18 | 2.2%), and Personal Care & Service (15 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Hertford

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Hertford, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (55.6%), Security & Protection (37.0%), and Personal Care & Service (20.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Hertford
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
Security & Protection10 (37.0%)17 (63.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention10 (55.6%)8 (44.4%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)72 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service3 (20.0%)12 (80.0%)
Total (Category)13 (6.4%)191 (93.6%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.6%)434 (53.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hertford are Office & Administration (106 | 13.0%), and Sales & Related (65 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Hertford

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Hertford
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related32 (49.2%)33 (50.8%)
Office & Administration73 (68.9%)33 (31.1%)
Total (Category)105 (61.4%)66 (38.6%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.6%)434 (53.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hertford are Construction & Extraction (53 | 6.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (31 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (6 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Hertford

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Hertford
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.6%)434 (53.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hertford are Production (16 | 2.0%), Transportation (6 | 0.7%), and Material Moving (3 | 0.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Hertford

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Hertford
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Transportation6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)6 (24.0%)19 (76.0%)
Total (Overall)379 (46.6%)434 (53.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Hertford

Employment Industries in Hertford

The major employment industries in Hertford include Health Care & Social Assistance (246 | 30.3%), Retail Trade (70 | 8.6%), Transportation & Warehousing (70 | 8.6%), Manufacturing (65 | 8.0%), and Construction (53 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries in Hertford

Employment Industries by Sex in Hertford

The Hertford industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hertford
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting6 (31.6%)13 (68.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing46 (70.8%)19 (29.2%)
Wholesale Trade6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade48 (68.6%)22 (31.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific5 (13.9%)31 (86.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Educational Services7 (18.4%)31 (81.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance125 (50.8%)121 (49.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Public Administration10 (23.8%)32 (76.2%)
Total379 (46.6%)434 (53.4%)

Education in Hertford

School Enrollment in Hertford

The most common levels of schooling among the 394 students in Hertford are college / undergraduate (92 | 23.4%), elementary school (89 | 22.6%), and high school (83 | 21.1%).
School Enrollment in Hertford
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool287.1%
Kindergarten4611.7%
Elementary School8922.6%
Middle School5614.2%
High School8321.1%
College / Undergraduate9223.4%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total394100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hertford

Out of a total of 394 students who are enrolled in schools in Hertford, 28 (7.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 366 (92.9%) 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 28 (100.0% 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 135 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hertford
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total366 (92.9%)28 (7.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hertford

Business (44 | 26.5%), science & technology (41 | 24.7%), computers & mathematics (18 | 10.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (13 | 7.8%), and arts & humanities (12 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 166 individuals in Hertford who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hertford
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1810.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural137.8%
Physical & Health Sciences42.4%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences84.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology4124.7%
Business4426.5%
Education116.6%
Literature & Languages106.0%
Liberal Arts & History53.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities127.2%
Total166100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Hertford

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hertford

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hertford are males with 1 vehicle (183, accounting for 47.9%) and females with 1 vehicle (118, making up 42.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hertford
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)55 (12.7%)
1 Vehicle183 (47.9%)118 (27.2%)
2 Vehicles104 (27.2%)109 (25.1%)
3 Vehicles74 (19.4%)110 (25.4%)
4 Vehicles6 (1.6%)35 (8.1%)
5 or more Vehicles15 (3.9%)7 (1.6%)
Total382 (100.0%)434 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Hertford

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hertford are 60 to 89 minutes (210 commuters, 26.5%), less than 5 minutes (136 commuters, 17.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (114 commuters, 14.4%).
Commute Time in Hertford
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes13617.2%
5 to 9 Minutes11414.4%
10 to 14 Minutes486.1%
15 to 19 Minutes8010.1%
20 to 24 Minutes273.4%
25 to 29 Minutes445.6%
30 to 34 Minutes243.0%
35 to 39 Minutes30.4%
40 to 44 Minutes222.8%
45 to 59 Minutes8110.2%
60 to 89 Minutes21026.5%
90 or more Minutes30.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Hertford

The most common commute times in Hertford are 60 to 89 minutes (125 commuters, 34.3%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (85 commuters, 19.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Hertford
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes119 (32.6%)17 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes36 (9.9%)78 (18.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes3 (0.8%)45 (10.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes22 (6.0%)58 (13.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (1.6%)21 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes33 (9.0%)11 (2.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (1.6%)18 (4.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes3 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)22 (5.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (2.5%)72 (16.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes125 (34.3%)85 (19.9%)
90 or more Minutes3 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hertford

The most frequent times of departure to work in Hertford are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (172, 47.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (92, 21.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hertford
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM172 (47.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (3.3%)30 (7.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (2.5%)75 (17.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM71 (19.5%)50 (11.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM58 (15.9%)19 (4.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21 (5.8%)92 (21.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (0.8%)25 (5.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)56 (13.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)22 (5.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (2.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)23 (5.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM19 (5.2%)23 (5.4%)
Total365 (100.0%)427 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Hertford

Occupancy by Ownership in Hertford

Of the total 834 dwellings in Hertford, owner-occupied units account for 512 (61.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 322 (38.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Hertford
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units51261.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units32238.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units834100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Hertford

Occupancy by Household Size in Hertford
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household31738.0%
2-Person Household25530.6%
3-Person Household9911.9%
4+ Person Household16319.5%
Total Housing Units834100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hertford

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hertford
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household239 (75.4%)78 (24.6%)
2-Person Household147 (57.7%)108 (42.3%)
3-Person Household49 (49.5%)50 (50.5%)
4+ Person Household77 (47.2%)86 (52.8%)
Total Housing Units512 (61.4%)322 (38.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hertford

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hertford
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School42 (36.8%)72 (63.2%)
High School Diploma143 (53.2%)126 (46.8%)
College/Associate Degree213 (66.1%)109 (33.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher114 (88.4%)15 (11.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hertford

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hertford
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years12715.2%
35 to 44 Years17320.7%
45 to 54 Years9511.4%
55 to 64 Years12414.9%
65 to 74 Years17120.5%
75 to 84 Years8410.1%
85 Years and Over607.2%
Total834100.0%

Housing Finances in Hertford

Median Income by Occupancy in Hertford

Median Income by Occupancy in Hertford
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied512 (61.4%)$49,432
Renter-Occupied322 (38.6%)$23,798
Average834 (100.0%)$43,696

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hertford

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hertford
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)13 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99923 (4.5%)21 (6.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99920 (3.9%)19 (5.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99919 (3.7%)77 (23.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99931 (6.0%)56 (17.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99933 (6.5%)25 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999135 (26.4%)19 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99969 (13.5%)37 (11.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99974 (14.4%)52 (16.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99960 (11.7%)3 (0.9%)
$150,000 or more48 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total512 (100.0%)322 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hertford

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hertford
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30012 (2.3%)53 (16.5%)
$300 to $499100 (19.5%)70 (21.7%)
$500 to $799174 (34.0%)106 (32.9%)
$800 to $99957 (11.1%)45 (14.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49993 (18.2%)38 (11.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99944 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49921 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9998 (1.6%)3 (0.9%)
$3,000 or more3 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total512 (100.0%)322 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Hertford

Housing Structures in Hertford

Housing Structures in Hertford
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached51261.4%
Single Unit, Attached141.7%
2 Unit Apartments597.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9511.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments263.1%
10 or more Apartments738.7%
Mobile Home / Other556.6%
Total834100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hertford

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hertford
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached427 (83.4%)85 (16.6%)
Single Unit, Attached8 (57.1%)6 (42.9%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (10.2%)53 (89.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments16 (16.8%)79 (83.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)73 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total512 (61.4%)322 (38.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hertford

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hertford
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)3 (0.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms37 (7.2%)73 (22.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms167 (32.6%)127 (39.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms205 (40.0%)112 (34.8%)
8 or more Rooms103 (20.1%)7 (2.2%)
Total512 (100.0%)322 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hertford

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hertford
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas136 (26.6%)19 (5.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas101 (19.7%)90 (28.0%)
Electricity254 (49.6%)213 (66.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene21 (4.1%)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%)
Total512 (100.0%)322 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Hertford

Household Vehicle Usage in Hertford
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle33 (6.5%)99 (30.7%)
1 Vehicle172 (33.6%)127 (39.4%)
2 Vehicles163 (31.8%)20 (6.2%)
3 or more Vehicles144 (28.1%)76 (23.6%)
Total512 (100.0%)322 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Hertford

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hertford

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units309203
Median Property Value$183,700$184,700
Median Household Income$45,170$21
Monthly Housing Costs$546$3
Real Estate Taxes$1,039$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hertford

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hertford
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00015 (4.9%)4 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99943 (13.9%)25 (12.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999193 (62.5%)146 (71.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99945 (14.6%)28 (13.8%)
$500,000 to $749,99913 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total309 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hertford

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hertford
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99960 (19.4%)16 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99927 (8.7%)10 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99997 (31.4%)6 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99928 (9.1%)38 (18.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (12.3%)41 (20.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (8.1%)36 (17.7%)
$150,000 or more27 (8.7%)35 (17.2%)
Total309 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hertford

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hertford
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x110 (35.6%)62,321 (30,700.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x7 (2.3%)52 (25.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x23 (7.4%)57 (28.1%)
4.0x or more169 (54.7%)46 (22.7%)
Total309 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hertford

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hertford
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800129 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49967 (21.7%)4 (2.0%)
$800 to $1,499113 (36.6%)128 (63.0%)
Total309 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Hertford

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hertford

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hertford
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years195 (90.3%)21 (9.7%)
6 to 18 Years211 (89.8%)24 (10.2%)
19 to 25 Years122 (79.7%)31 (20.3%)
26 to 34 Years190 (85.6%)32 (14.4%)
35 to 44 Years168 (48.1%)181 (51.9%)
45 to 54 Years146 (87.4%)21 (12.6%)
55 to 64 Years245 (92.4%)20 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years224 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older181 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,682 (83.6%)330 (16.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hertford

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hertford
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born195 (90.3%)21 (9.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen211 (89.8%)24 (10.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen122 (79.7%)31 (20.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hertford

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hertford
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000446 (87.1%)66 (12.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999329 (75.3%)108 (24.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999257 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999245 (61.6%)153 (38.4%)
$100,000 and over363 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hertford

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hertford
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6124 (57.4%)71 (32.9%)
6 to 18 Years194 (82.6%)38 (16.2%)
19 to 25 Years52 (34.0%)75 (49.0%)
25 to 34 Years84 (37.8%)147 (66.2%)
35 to 44 Years25 (7.2%)143 (41.0%)
45 to 54 Years69 (41.3%)87 (52.1%)
55 to 64 Years67 (25.3%)207 (78.1%)
65 to 74 Years221 (98.7%)155 (69.2%)
75 Years and over181 (100.0%)115 (63.5%)
Total1,017 (50.5%)1,038 (51.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hertford

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hertford
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (20.0%)7 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years89 (20.3%)75 (21.9%)
65 to 74 Years29 (51.8%)59 (35.1%)
75 Years and over49 (61.3%)61 (60.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hertford

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Hertford: <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%)7 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.1%)16 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years11 (19.6%)6 (3.6%)
75 Years and over21 (26.3%)10 (9.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Hertford: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (19.6%)37 (22.0%)
75 Years and over24 (30.0%)4 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Hertford: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years15 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years60 (13.7%)30 (8.7%)
65 to 74 Years8 (14.3%)20 (11.9%)
75 Years and over32 (40.0%)21 (20.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Hertford: <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 Years30 (6.9%)49 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years22 (39.3%)45 (26.8%)
75 Years and over45 (56.2%)51 (50.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Hertford: <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 Years30 (6.9%)10 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years8 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over32 (40.0%)24 (23.8%)

Technology Access in Hertford

Computing Device Access in Hertford

Computing Device Access in Hertford
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop49259.0%
Smartphone61874.1%
Tablet32639.1%
No Computing Device17420.9%
Total834100.0%

Internet Access in Hertford

Internet Access in Hertford
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home43952.6%
Cellular Data Only15218.2%
Satellite Internet455.4%
No Internet20524.6%
Total834100.0%

Hertford Summary

Hertford is a small town located in Perquimans County, North Carolina. It is situated on the banks of the Perquimans River, about 40 miles south of Norfolk, Virginia. The town has a population of 2,143 as of the 2010 census.

History

Hertford was founded in 1758 by a group of Quakers from Nansemond County, Virginia. The town was named after the Earl of Hertford, who was a patron of the Quakers. The town was incorporated in 1759 and was the county seat of Perquimans County until 1776. During the American Revolution, the town was the site of a major battle between the British and American forces.
In the 19th century, Hertford was a major port for the export of naval stores, such as tar, pitch, and turpentine. The town was also a major center for shipbuilding. The town was home to several shipyards, including the Perquimans Shipyard, which built the USS Monitor, the first ironclad warship.

Geography

Hertford is located in the northeastern corner of North Carolina, on the banks of the Perquimans River. The town is situated at an elevation of 16 feet above sea level. The town is located about 40 miles south of Norfolk, Virginia, and about 60 miles east of Raleigh, North Carolina.
The town is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 68 degrees Fahrenheit. The average annual precipitation is around 45 inches.

Economy

Hertford’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and cotton. The town is also home to several seafood processing plants, which process local seafood, such as oysters, clams, and shrimp.
The town is also a popular tourist destination, with several historic sites, such as the Perquimans County Courthouse, the Perquimans County Jail, and the Perquimans County Museum. The town is also home to several festivals, such as the Hertford Waterfowl Festival and the Hertford County Fair.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Hertford had a population of 2,143. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. The median household income was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,917. The per capita income was $17,845.

Conclusion

Hertford is a small town located in Perquimans County, North Carolina. It was founded in 1758 by a group of Quakers and was the county seat of Perquimans County until 1776. The town is situated on the banks of the Perquimans River and is home to several farms and seafood processing plants. The town is also a popular tourist destination, with several historic sites and festivals. As of the 2010 census, Hertford had a population of 2,143, with a median household income of $30,938.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Hertford?
Total Population of Hertford is 2,045.
What is the Total Male Population of Hertford?
Total Male Population of Hertford is 866.
What is the Total Female Population of Hertford?
Total Female Population of Hertford is 1,179.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hertford?
There are 73.45 Males per 100 Females in Hertford.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hertford?
There are 136.14 Females per 100 Males in Hertford.
What is the Median Population Age in Hertford?
Median Population Age in Hertford is 43.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hertford
Average Family Size in Hertford is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hertford
Average Household Size in Hertford is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hertford?
Per Capita income in Hertford is $27,163.
What is the Median Family Income in Hertford?
Median Family Income in Hertford is $55,833.
What is the Median Household income in Hertford?
Median Household Income in Hertford is $43,696.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hertford?
Income or Wage Gap in Hertford is 33.3%.
Women in Hertford earn 66.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hertford?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hertford is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hertford?
There are 944 People in the Labor Forcein in Hertford.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hertford?
57.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Hertford.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hertford?
Unemployment Rate in Hertford is 13.3%.