Mount Airy, NC

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Mount Airy Overview

10,621
TOTAL POPULATION
5,059
MALE POPULATION
5,562
FEMALE POPULATION
90.96
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.94
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,721
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,349
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,089
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,184
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.56
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,336
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Mount Airy

The most populous races in Mount Airy are White / Caucasian (9,081 | 85.5%), Black / African American (1,055 | 9.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (458 | 4.3%).
Race in Mount Airy
Race# Population% Population
Asian2202.1%
Black / African American1,0559.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific20.0%
Hispanic or Latino4584.3%
Native / Alaskan330.3%
White / Caucasian9,08185.5%
Two or more Races2302.2%
Some other Race00.0%
Total10,621100.0%

Ancestry in Mount Airy

The most populous ancestries reported in Mount Airy are American (1,747 | 16.5%), English (1,468 | 13.8%), German (861 | 8.1%), Irish (589 | 5.6%), and Mexican (312 | 2.9%), together accounting for 46.9% of all Mount Airy residents.
Ancestry in Mount Airy
Ancestry# Population% Population
African170.2%
Albanian50.1%
American1,74716.5%
Austrian100.1%
Bangladeshi1381.3%
British960.9%
Canadian160.2%
Central American120.1%
Cherokee420.4%
Chippewa30.0%
Cuban100.1%
Czech330.3%
Dutch1081.0%
English1,46813.8%
Estonian20.0%
European760.7%
Finnish60.1%
French950.9%
French Canadian680.6%
German8618.1%
Greek60.1%
Icelander200.2%
Indian (Asian)340.3%
Irish5895.6%
Iroquois120.1%
Italian1621.5%
Korean610.6%
Mexican3122.9%
Mexican American Indian30.0%
Native Hawaiian20.0%
Nigerian280.3%
Norwegian740.7%
Pakistani1381.3%
Polish530.5%
Portuguese110.1%
Puerto Rican1000.9%
Russian130.1%
Salvadoran120.1%
Scandinavian90.1%
Scotch-Irish2882.7%
Scottish1521.4%
Slovak80.1%
Slovene90.1%
Subsaharan African450.4%
Swedish900.9%
Thai450.4%
Turkish1481.4%
Ukrainian200.2%
Welsh700.7%
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Immigrants in Mount Airy

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mount Airy came from Asia (233 | 2.2%), Turkey (148 | 1.4%), Western Asia (148 | 1.4%), Central America (144 | 1.4%), and Latin America (144 | 1.4%), together accounting for 7.7% of all Mount Airy residents.
Immigrants in Mount Airy
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia2332.2%
Canada320.3%
Central America1441.4%
China200.2%
Czechoslovakia100.1%
Eastern Asia200.2%
Eastern Europe100.1%
El Salvador120.1%
England20.0%
Europe280.3%
Greece60.1%
Latin America1441.4%
Mexico1321.2%
Netherlands10.0%
Northern Europe20.0%
Philippines160.2%
Portugal90.1%
South Eastern Asia650.6%
Southern Europe150.1%
Thailand490.5%
Turkey1481.4%
Western Asia1481.4%
Western Europe10.0%
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Sex and Age in Mount Airy

Sex and Age in Mount Airy

The most populous age groups in Mount Airy are 60 to 64 Years (548 | 10.8%) for men and 85 Years and over (512 | 9.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Mount Airy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years247 (4.9%)255 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Years356 (7.0%)272 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Years413 (8.2%)256 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years161 (3.2%)262 (4.7%)
20 to 24 Years237 (4.7%)272 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Years331 (6.5%)302 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Years346 (6.8%)279 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Years156 (3.1%)419 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years386 (7.6%)237 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years172 (3.4%)360 (6.5%)
50 to 54 Years409 (8.1%)297 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years299 (5.9%)145 (2.6%)
60 to 64 Years548 (10.8%)311 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years283 (5.6%)365 (6.6%)
70 to 74 Years193 (3.8%)407 (7.3%)
75 to 79 Years248 (4.9%)374 (6.7%)
80 to 84 Years95 (1.9%)237 (4.3%)
85 Years and over179 (3.5%)512 (9.2%)
Total5,059 (100.0%)5,562 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Mount Airy

Median Family Size in Mount Airy

The median family size in Mount Airy is 2.86 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,503 | 59.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.96 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (829 | 33.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.71 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Mount Airy
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,503 (59.8%)2.96
Single Male/Father182 (7.2%)2.77
Single Female/Mother829 (33.0%)2.71
Total Families2,514 (100.0%)2.86

Median Household Size in Mount Airy

The median household size in Mount Airy is 2.09 persons per household, with single male/father households (182 | 3.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (2,385 | 48.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Mount Airy
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,503 (30.7%)2.96
Single Male/Father182 (3.7%)3.19
Single Female/Mother829 (16.9%)3.02
Non-family2,385 (48.7%)1.13
Total Households4,899 (100.0%)2.09

Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Airy

Out of a total of 4,899 households in Mount Airy, 2,514 (51.3%) are family households, while 2,385 (48.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,177, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,118.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mount Airy
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,118 (43.2%)
2-Person Households1,177 (24.0%)233 (4.8%)
3-Person Households693 (14.1%)34 (0.7%)
4-Person Households385 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households167 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households55 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households37 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,514 (51.3%)2,385 (48.7%)

Female Fertility in Mount Airy

Fertility by Age in Mount Airy

Average fertility rate in Mount Airy is 92.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 210.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Mount Airy
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years179 (87.7%)210.0
35 to 50 years25 (12.2%)23.0
Total204 (100.0%)92.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Airy

40.7% of women with births (204) in Mount Airy are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.5% 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 44.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mount Airy
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years69 (38.6%)110 (61.5%)
35 to 50 years14 (56.0%)11 (44.0%)
Total83 (40.7%)121 (59.3%)

Fertility by Education in Mount Airy

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Mount Airy
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma39 (19.1%)104.0
College or Associate's Degree132 (64.7%)141.0
Bachelor's Degree19 (9.3%)46.0
Graduate Degree14 (6.9%)83.0
Total204 (100.0%)92.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Airy

59.3% of women with births in Mount Airy are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mount Airy
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree50 (37.9%)82 (62.1%)
Bachelor's Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (40.7%)121 (59.3%)

Income in Mount Airy

Income Overview in Mount Airy

Per Capita Income in Mount Airy is $32,721, while median incomes of families and households are $53,349 and $34,089 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income10,621$32,721
Median Family Income2,514$53,349
Mean Family Income2,514$90,051
Median Household Income4,899$34,089
Mean Household Income4,899$64,248
Income Deficit2,514$9,184
Wage / Income Gap (%)10,62128.34%
Wage / Income Gap ($)10,62171.66¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index10,6210.56

Earnings by Sex in Mount Airy

Average Earnings in Mount Airy are $29,391, $34,564 for men and $24,769 for women, a difference of 28.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Mount Airy
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,380 (53.9%)$34,564
Female2,038 (46.1%)$24,769
Total4,418 (100.0%)$29,391

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mount Airy

The most common earnings brackets in Mount Airy are $100,000+ for men (394 | 16.6%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (217 | 10.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mount Airy
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less64 (2.7%)96 (4.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999152 (6.4%)105 (5.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49925 (1.1%)46 (2.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99946 (1.9%)65 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49929 (1.2%)114 (5.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999235 (9.9%)104 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49952 (2.2%)217 (10.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99925 (1.1%)129 (6.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49964 (2.7%)94 (4.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99978 (3.3%)54 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999251 (10.5%)193 (9.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999195 (8.2%)78 (3.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99963 (2.6%)87 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99949 (2.1%)134 (6.6%)
$45,000 to $49,999120 (5.0%)73 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999143 (6.0%)49 (2.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999146 (6.1%)146 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999106 (4.4%)78 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999143 (6.0%)75 (3.7%)
$100,000+394 (16.6%)101 (5.0%)
Total2,380 (100.0%)2,038 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Airy

Average earnings in Mount Airy are $41,912 for men and $26,396 for women, a difference of 37.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,361, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $33,194. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,737, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,318.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mount Airy
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$33,194$19,318
College or Associate's Degree$45,344$25,409
Bachelor's Degree$41,343$28,594
Graduate Degree$62,361$49,737
Total$41,912$26,396

Family Income in Mount Airy

Family Income Brackets in Mount Airy

According to the Mount Airy family income data, there are 405 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 133 families (5.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Mount Airy
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002218.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991465.8%
$15,000 to $24,99932913.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991947.7%
$35,000 to $49,99928711.4%
$50,000 to $74,99938715.4%
$75,000 to $99,99927410.9%
$100,000 to $149,99940516.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991335.3%
$200,000+1385.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Airy

6-person families (55 | 2.2%) account for the highest median family income in Mount Airy with $234,837 per family, while 6-person families (55 | 2.2%) have the highest median income of $39,140 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mount Airy
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,395 (55.5%)$44,158
3-Person Families545 (21.7%)$67,695
4-Person Families374 (14.9%)$51,711
5-Person Families108 (4.3%)$123,295
6-Person Families55 (2.2%)$234,837
7+ Person Families37 (1.5%)$55,573
Total2,514 (100.0%)$53,349

Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Airy

The median family income in Mount Airy is $53,349, with families comprising 3+ earners (125) having the highest median family income of $123,794, while families with no earners (695) have the lowest median family income of $28,906, accounting for 5.0% and 27.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mount Airy
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners695 (27.7%)$28,906
1 Earner1,065 (42.4%)$42,159
2 Earners629 (25.0%)$99,234
3+ Earners125 (5.0%)$123,794
Total2,514 (100.0%)$53,349

Household Income in Mount Airy

Household Income Brackets in Mount Airy

With 769 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Mount Airy, accounting for 15.7% of all households. In contrast, only 157 households (3.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Mount Airy
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002996.1%
$10,000 to $14,99976915.7%
$15,000 to $24,99973014.9%
$25,000 to $34,99972014.7%
$35,000 to $49,99953410.9%
$50,000 to $74,99964213.1%
$75,000 to $99,9993978.1%
$100,000 to $149,9994759.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991573.2%
$200,000+1713.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Airy

The median household income in Mount Airy is $34,089, with the highest median household income of $50,478 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,083 households (22.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,921, with 1,966 households (40.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Mount Airy
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years180 (3.7%)$32,549
25 to 44 Years1,083 (22.1%)$50,478
45 to 64 Years1,670 (34.1%)$40,047
65+ Years1,966 (40.1%)$27,921
Total4,899 (100.0%)$34,089

Poverty in Mount Airy

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Airy

With 28.8% poverty level for males and 34.4% for females among the residents of Mount Airy, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 214 males (76.7%) and 60 females (67.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Airy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years118 (47.8%)139 (54.5%)
5 Years24 (66.7%)60 (67.4%)
6 to 11 Years231 (50.9%)146 (54.5%)
12 to 14 Years214 (76.7%)76 (48.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)25 (32.5%)
18 to 24 Years15 (5.6%)94 (24.5%)
25 to 34 Years196 (28.9%)239 (41.1%)
35 to 44 Years275 (50.7%)127 (19.4%)
45 to 54 Years89 (15.3%)280 (42.6%)
55 to 64 Years135 (15.9%)147 (33.5%)
65 to 74 Years34 (7.6%)163 (22.0%)
75 Years and over109 (22.1%)330 (35.1%)
Total1,440 (28.8%)1,826 (34.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mount Airy

According to the poverty statistics in Mount Airy, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 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 Mount Airy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years129 (52.2%)116 (45.5%)
5 Years12 (33.3%)29 (32.6%)
6 to 11 Years223 (49.1%)122 (45.5%)
12 to 14 Years65 (23.3%)80 (51.3%)
15 Years8 (100.0%)73 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years122 (100.0%)52 (67.5%)
18 to 24 Years253 (94.4%)290 (75.5%)
25 to 34 Years481 (71.1%)342 (58.9%)
35 to 44 Years267 (49.3%)529 (80.6%)
45 to 54 Years492 (84.7%)377 (57.4%)
55 to 64 Years712 (84.1%)292 (66.5%)
65 to 74 Years412 (92.4%)577 (78.0%)
75 Years and over384 (77.9%)610 (64.9%)
Total3,560 (71.2%)3,489 (65.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Airy

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mount Airy show that 10.4% or 156 of the total 1,503 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 34.3%, comprising of 35 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.4%, which includes 14 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mount Airy
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children880 (89.2%)107 (10.8%)
1 or 2 Children400 (96.6%)14 (3.4%)
3 or 4 Children67 (65.7%)35 (34.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,347 (89.6%)156 (10.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Airy

According to the poverty data in Mount Airy, 20.9% or 38 single-father households and 63.8% or 529 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 108 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mount Airy
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children17 (19.3%)19 (13.7%)
1 or 2 Children6 (7.6%)400 (69.0%)
3 or 4 Children15 (100.0%)108 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total38 (20.9%)529 (63.8%)

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

The poverty data for Mount Airy shows that 156 of the married-couple family households (10.4%) and 567 of the single-parent households (56.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (34.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 123 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mount Airy
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children107 (10.8%)36 (15.9%)
1 or 2 Children14 (3.4%)406 (61.6%)
3 or 4 Children35 (34.3%)123 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total156 (10.4%)567 (56.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Mount Airy

Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Airy

Among the 3,926 employed individuals in Mount Airy, private company employees (2,662 | 67.8%), not-for-profit organizations (406 | 10.3%), and local government employees (387 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Mount Airy
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,66267.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1193.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1844.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations40610.3%
Local Government Employees3879.9%
State Government Employees1373.5%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers310.8%
Total3,926100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Mount Airy

According to the labor force statistics for Mount Airy, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,741), 49.6% or 4,336 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 312 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 91.8% or 574 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 41.0% or 43 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Mount Airy
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years105 (30.7%)43 (41.0%)
20 to 24 Years382 (75.0%)27 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years363 (57.3%)34 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Years574 (91.8%)42 (7.3%)
35 to 44 Years881 (73.5%)34 (3.9%)
45 to 54 Years980 (79.2%)27 (2.8%)
55 to 59 Years298 (67.1%)79 (26.5%)
60 to 64 Years415 (48.3%)25 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years266 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over69 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,336 (49.6%)312 (7.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Airy

According to labor force statistics for Mount Airy, 70.2% of individuals (3,508) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,997) are in the labor force, with 6.9% or 242 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 82.1% or 986 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.6% or 48 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mount Airy
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School273 (46.6%)103 (17.6%)
High School Diploma545 (53.2%)126 (12.3%)
College / Associate Degree1,706 (78.1%)39 (1.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher986 (82.1%)115 (9.6%)
Total3,508 (70.2%)345 (6.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Mount Airy

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mount Airy are Community & Social Service (653 | 16.2%), Education Instruction & Library (447 | 11.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (310 | 7.7%), Management (272 | 6.8%), and Health Technologists (247 | 6.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Mount Airy

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mount Airy, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (83.0%), Community & Social Service (76.4%), and Education, Arts & Media (71.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Mount Airy
OccupationMaleFemale
Management202 (74.3%)70 (25.7%)
Business & Financial28 (51.8%)26 (48.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 154 (23.6%)499 (76.4%)
Education, Arts & Media40 (28.8%)99 (71.2%)
Legal Services & Support16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library76 (17.0%)371 (83.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment22 (43.1%)29 (56.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating99 (31.9%)211 (68.1%)
Health Technologists72 (29.1%)175 (70.9%)
Total (Category)688 (46.1%)806 (53.9%)
Total (Overall)2,161 (53.7%)1,860 (46.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Mount Airy are Food Preparation & Serving (152 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (120 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (103 | 2.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (88 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (62 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Mount Airy

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Mount Airy, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (56.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (69.1%), Personal Care & Service (60.2%), and Healthcare Support (58.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Mount Airy
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support50 (41.7%)70 (58.3%)
Security & Protection35 (56.5%)27 (43.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement27 (50.0%)27 (50.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving47 (30.9%)105 (69.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service41 (39.8%)62 (60.2%)
Total (Category)261 (49.7%)264 (50.3%)
Total (Overall)2,161 (53.7%)1,860 (46.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mount Airy are Office & Administration (518 | 12.9%), and Sales & Related (395 | 9.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Mount Airy

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Mount Airy
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related140 (35.4%)255 (64.6%)
Office & Administration140 (27.0%)378 (73.0%)
Total (Category)280 (30.7%)633 (69.3%)
Total (Overall)2,161 (53.7%)1,860 (46.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mount Airy are Construction & Extraction (103 | 2.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (84 | 2.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (49 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Mount Airy

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Mount Airy
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)236 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,161 (53.7%)1,860 (46.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mount Airy are Production (450 | 11.2%), Material Moving (312 | 7.8%), and Transportation (91 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Mount Airy

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Mount Airy
OccupationMaleFemale
Production340 (75.6%)110 (24.4%)
Transportation82 (90.1%)9 (9.9%)
Material Moving274 (87.8%)38 (12.2%)
Total (Category)696 (81.6%)157 (18.4%)
Total (Overall)2,161 (53.7%)1,860 (46.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Airy

Employment Industries in Mount Airy

The major employment industries in Mount Airy include Health Care & Social Assistance (781 | 19.4%), Manufacturing (693 | 17.2%), Retail Trade (555 | 13.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (434 | 10.8%), and Educational Services (362 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Mount Airy

Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Airy

The Mount Airy industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (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 (81.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (77.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (77.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mount Airy
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction200 (94.3%)12 (5.7%)
Manufacturing507 (73.2%)186 (26.8%)
Wholesale Trade39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade315 (56.8%)240 (43.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance15 (19.0%)64 (81.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing7 (35.0%)13 (65.0%)
Professional & Scientific121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support92 (85.2%)16 (14.8%)
Educational Services88 (24.3%)274 (75.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance258 (33.0%)523 (67.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation16 (22.2%)56 (77.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services100 (23.0%)334 (77.0%)
Public Administration45 (29.2%)109 (70.8%)
Total2,161 (53.7%)1,860 (46.3%)

Education in Mount Airy

School Enrollment in Mount Airy

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,715 students in Mount Airy are middle school (500 | 29.1%), elementary school (398 | 23.2%), and high school (336 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in Mount Airy
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1096.4%
Kindergarten1609.3%
Elementary School39823.2%
Middle School50029.1%
High School33619.6%
College / Undergraduate1689.8%
Graduate / Professional442.6%
Total1,715100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Airy

Out of a total of 1,715 students who are enrolled in schools in Mount Airy, 329 (19.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,386 (80.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 37 (52.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 48 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mount Airy
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds33 (55.0%)27 (45.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old484 (98.0%)10 (2.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds460 (69.5%)202 (30.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds241 (98.0%)5 (2.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds28 (57.1%)21 (42.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds34 (47.9%)37 (52.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over58 (68.2%)27 (31.8%)
Total1,386 (80.8%)329 (19.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mount Airy

Education (409 | 20.2%), business (339 | 16.7%), science & technology (199 | 9.8%), literature & languages (165 | 8.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (144 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,025 individuals in Mount Airy who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mount Airy
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics432.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1447.1%
Physical & Health Sciences793.9%
Psychology1165.7%
Social Sciences1135.6%
Engineering964.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1999.8%
Business33916.7%
Education40920.2%
Literature & Languages1658.2%
Liberal Arts & History1447.1%
Visual & Performing Arts603.0%
Communications291.4%
Arts & Humanities894.4%
Total2,025100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Mount Airy

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mount Airy

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mount Airy are males with 2 vehicles (776, accounting for 36.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (538, making up 44.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mount Airy
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle19 (0.9%)52 (2.9%)
1 Vehicle636 (29.7%)539 (30.5%)
2 Vehicles776 (36.2%)538 (30.5%)
3 Vehicles459 (21.4%)490 (27.8%)
4 Vehicles209 (9.8%)123 (7.0%)
5 or more Vehicles42 (2.0%)23 (1.3%)
Total2,141 (100.0%)1,765 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Mount Airy

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mount Airy are 10 to 14 minutes (975 commuters, 25.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (745 commuters, 19.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (657 commuters, 17.3%).
Commute Time in Mount Airy
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2436.4%
5 to 9 Minutes74519.6%
10 to 14 Minutes97525.6%
15 to 19 Minutes65717.3%
20 to 24 Minutes2456.4%
25 to 29 Minutes752.0%
30 to 34 Minutes1814.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1323.5%
40 to 44 Minutes832.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2456.4%
60 to 89 Minutes1383.6%
90 or more Minutes842.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Mount Airy

The most common commute times in Mount Airy are 10 to 14 minutes (448 commuters, 21.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (527 commuters, 31.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Mount Airy
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes173 (8.2%)70 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes427 (20.3%)318 (18.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes448 (21.3%)527 (31.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes299 (14.2%)358 (21.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes203 (9.7%)42 (2.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes44 (2.1%)31 (1.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes85 (4.0%)96 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes84 (4.0%)48 (2.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes40 (1.9%)43 (2.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes139 (6.6%)106 (6.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes80 (3.8%)58 (3.4%)
90 or more Minutes80 (3.8%)4 (0.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mount Airy

The most frequent times of departure to work in Mount Airy are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (381, 18.1%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (288, 16.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mount Airy
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM72 (3.4%)25 (1.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM154 (7.3%)67 (3.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM175 (8.3%)40 (2.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM89 (4.2%)91 (5.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM286 (13.6%)226 (13.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM134 (6.4%)203 (11.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM318 (15.1%)285 (16.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM137 (6.5%)131 (7.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM72 (3.4%)104 (6.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM90 (4.3%)88 (5.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (0.6%)92 (5.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM181 (8.6%)288 (16.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM381 (18.1%)61 (3.6%)
Total2,102 (100.0%)1,701 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Mount Airy

Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Airy

Of the total 4,899 dwellings in Mount Airy, owner-occupied units account for 2,587 (52.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,312 (47.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Mount Airy
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,58752.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,31247.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,899100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Airy

Occupancy by Household Size in Mount Airy
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,11843.2%
2-Person Household1,41028.8%
3-Person Household72714.8%
4+ Person Household64413.2%
Total Housing Units4,899100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Airy

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mount Airy
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household791 (37.3%)1,327 (62.6%)
2-Person Household906 (64.3%)504 (35.7%)
3-Person Household504 (69.3%)223 (30.7%)
4+ Person Household386 (59.9%)258 (40.1%)
Total Housing Units2,587 (52.8%)2,312 (47.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Airy

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mount Airy
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School246 (35.0%)456 (65.0%)
High School Diploma604 (51.6%)566 (48.4%)
College/Associate Degree857 (46.3%)993 (53.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher880 (74.8%)297 (25.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Airy

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mount Airy
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years81616.7%
35 to 44 Years4479.1%
45 to 54 Years91618.7%
55 to 64 Years75415.4%
65 to 74 Years80516.4%
75 to 84 Years65413.4%
85 Years and Over50710.3%
Total4,899100.0%

Housing Finances in Mount Airy

Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Airy

Median Income by Occupancy in Mount Airy
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,587 (52.8%)$53,750
Renter-Occupied2,312 (47.2%)$19,626
Average4,899 (100.0%)$34,089

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Airy

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mount Airy
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00026 (1.0%)184 (8.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99938 (1.5%)53 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $14,999136 (5.3%)631 (27.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999143 (5.5%)325 (14.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999103 (4.0%)159 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999488 (18.9%)232 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999296 (11.4%)240 (10.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999365 (14.1%)279 (12.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999255 (9.9%)140 (6.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999410 (15.9%)67 (2.9%)
$150,000 or more327 (12.6%)2 (0.1%)
Total2,587 (100.0%)2,312 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Airy

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mount Airy
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300307 (11.9%)303 (13.1%)
$300 to $499412 (15.9%)360 (15.6%)
$500 to $799749 (28.9%)1,154 (49.9%)
$800 to $999181 (7.0%)240 (10.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499529 (20.4%)157 (6.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999276 (10.7%)29 (1.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4999 (0.4%)2 (0.1%)
$2,500 to $2,99920 (0.8%)9 (0.4%)
$3,000 or more104 (4.0%)6 (0.3%)
Total2,587 (100.0%)2,312 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Mount Airy

Housing Structures in Mount Airy

Housing Structures in Mount Airy
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,94360.1%
Single Unit, Attached2314.7%
2 Unit Apartments3366.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments61812.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3166.5%
10 or more Apartments3737.6%
Mobile Home / Other821.7%
Total4,899100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Airy

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mount Airy
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,351 (79.9%)592 (20.1%)
Single Unit, Attached150 (64.9%)81 (35.1%)
2 Unit Apartments9 (2.7%)327 (97.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)618 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments33 (10.4%)283 (89.6%)
10 or more Apartments18 (4.8%)355 (95.2%)
Mobile Home / Other26 (31.7%)56 (68.3%)
Total2,587 (52.8%)2,312 (47.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mount Airy

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mount Airy
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room19 (0.7%)43 (1.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms41 (1.6%)655 (28.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms936 (36.2%)1,262 (54.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms856 (33.1%)282 (12.2%)
8 or more Rooms735 (28.4%)70 (3.0%)
Total2,587 (100.0%)2,312 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Airy

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mount Airy
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas64 (2.5%)53 (2.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas86 (3.3%)51 (2.2%)
Electricity1,867 (72.2%)1,980 (85.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene328 (12.7%)85 (3.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels24 (0.9%)67 (2.9%)
No Fuel Used218 (8.4%)76 (3.3%)
Total2,587 (100.0%)2,312 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Airy

Household Vehicle Usage in Mount Airy
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle153 (5.9%)293 (12.7%)
1 Vehicle817 (31.6%)1,381 (59.7%)
2 Vehicles861 (33.3%)388 (16.8%)
3 or more Vehicles756 (29.2%)250 (10.8%)
Total2,587 (100.0%)2,312 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Mount Airy

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mount Airy

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,1781,409
Median Property Value$167,500$176,900
Median Household Income$48,226$199
Monthly Housing Costs$450$104
Real Estate Taxes$1,417$69

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Airy

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mount Airy
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000108 (9.2%)17 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999120 (10.2%)320 (22.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999710 (60.3%)845 (60.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999175 (14.9%)171 (12.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99911 (0.9%)37 (2.6%)
$750,000 to $999,99928 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more26 (2.2%)19 (1.3%)
Total1,178 (100.0%)1,409 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Airy

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mount Airy
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00026 (2.2%)196 (13.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999253 (21.5%)38 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999178 (15.1%)129 (9.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999154 (13.1%)310 (22.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999197 (16.7%)142 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (8.6%)168 (11.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999141 (12.0%)154 (10.9%)
$150,000 or more128 (10.9%)269 (19.1%)
Total1,178 (100.0%)1,409 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mount Airy

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mount Airy
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x338 (28.7%)69,208 (4,911.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x158 (13.4%)633 (44.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x196 (16.6%)333 (23.6%)
4.0x or more479 (40.7%)120 (8.5%)
Total1,178 (100.0%)1,409 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mount Airy

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mount Airy
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800267 (22.7%)19 (1.3%)
$800 to $1,499366 (31.1%)259 (18.4%)
$800 to $1,499533 (45.3%)491 (34.8%)
Total1,178 (100.0%)1,409 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Mount Airy

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Airy

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Airy
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years627 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,282 (83.5%)254 (16.5%)
19 to 25 Years552 (88.0%)75 (12.0%)
26 to 34 Years950 (79.2%)249 (20.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,018 (85.0%)180 (15.0%)
45 to 54 Years946 (76.4%)292 (23.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,169 (90.9%)117 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,169 (98.6%)17 (1.4%)
75 Years and older1,433 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,146 (88.5%)1,184 (11.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Airy

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mount Airy
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born627 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,282 (83.5%)254 (16.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen552 (88.0%)75 (12.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Airy

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mount Airy
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,515 (92.7%)198 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,958 (77.3%)576 (22.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,356 (88.2%)181 (11.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999863 (85.0%)152 (15.0%)
$100,000 and over2,414 (98.9%)26 (1.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Airy

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mount Airy
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6414 (66.0%)213 (34.0%)
6 to 18 Years583 (38.0%)762 (49.6%)
19 to 25 Years108 (17.2%)472 (75.3%)
25 to 34 Years309 (25.8%)700 (58.4%)
35 to 44 Years209 (17.4%)839 (70.0%)
45 to 54 Years246 (19.9%)747 (60.3%)
55 to 64 Years447 (34.8%)901 (70.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,150 (97.0%)734 (61.9%)
75 Years and over1,433 (100.0%)881 (61.5%)
Total4,899 (47.4%)6,249 (60.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Airy

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mount Airy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years79 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years54 (5.7%)20 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years406 (20.6%)293 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years182 (40.8%)158 (21.3%)
75 Years and over316 (64.1%)528 (56.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mount Airy

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Mount Airy: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years69 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years67 (3.4%)79 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years84 (18.8%)59 (8.0%)
75 Years and over257 (52.1%)231 (24.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Mount Airy: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years49 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years52 (2.6%)93 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years31 (7.0%)14 (1.9%)
75 Years and over74 (15.0%)217 (23.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Mount Airy: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years30 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (2.0%)20 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years132 (6.7%)146 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years44 (9.9%)23 (3.1%)
75 Years and over59 (12.0%)43 (4.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Mount Airy: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years329 (16.7%)193 (11.0%)
65 to 74 Years100 (22.4%)111 (15.0%)
75 Years and over161 (32.7%)367 (39.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Mount Airy: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years32 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years55 (2.8%)85 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years10 (2.2%)40 (5.4%)
75 Years and over98 (19.9%)114 (12.1%)

Technology Access in Mount Airy

Computing Device Access in Mount Airy

Computing Device Access in Mount Airy
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,04762.2%
Smartphone3,55872.6%
Tablet2,22845.5%
No Computing Device85817.5%
Total4,899100.0%

Internet Access in Mount Airy

Internet Access in Mount Airy
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet180.4%
Broadband Home3,16964.7%
Cellular Data Only3477.1%
Satellite Internet2605.3%
No Internet1,29826.5%
Total4,899100.0%

Mount Airy Summary

Airy, North Carolina is a small town located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Surry County. It is the county seat and the largest town in the county. The town was founded in 1750 and is the birthplace of actor Andy Griffith. It is known for its picturesque downtown area, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography

Mount Airy is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Surry County, North Carolina. It is situated at the intersection of US Highway 52 and NC Highway 89. The town is located at an elevation of 1,067 feet and has a total area of 8.2 square miles. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is located near the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Climate

Mount Airy has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 61°F and the average annual precipitation is 44 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Mount Airy had a population of 10,388. The racial makeup of the town was 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.

Economy

Mount Airy’s economy is largely based on tourism and manufacturing. The town is home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a textile mill, and a plastics plant. The town is also home to several wineries and vineyards, as well as a number of antique shops and art galleries.

History

Mount Airy was founded in 1750 by William Sharpe, a Quaker from Pennsylvania. The town was named after a nearby mountain, which was named after a local Native American chief. The town was incorporated in 1885 and became the county seat of Surry County in 1891.
In the early 20th century, Mount Airy was a popular tourist destination, known for its mineral springs and resorts. The town was also home to a number of prominent citizens, including actor Andy Griffith, who was born in the town in 1926.
Mount Airy has been featured in a number of films and television shows, including the movie “Dirty Dancing” and the television show “The Andy Griffith Show.” The town is also home to the annual Mayberry Days festival, which celebrates the town’s connection to the show.

Conclusion

Mount Airy is a small town located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Surry County, North Carolina. It is the county seat and the largest town in the county. The town was founded in 1750 and is the birthplace of actor Andy Griffith. It is known for its picturesque downtown area, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The town’s economy is largely based on tourism and manufacturing, and it is home to several wineries and vineyards, as well as a number of antique shops and art galleries. Mount Airy has been featured in a number of films and television shows, and is home to the annual Mayberry Days festival.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Mount Airy?
Total Population of Mount Airy is 10,621.
What is the Total Male Population of Mount Airy?
Total Male Population of Mount Airy is 5,059.
What is the Total Female Population of Mount Airy?
Total Female Population of Mount Airy is 5,562.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mount Airy?
There are 90.96 Males per 100 Females in Mount Airy.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mount Airy?
There are 109.94 Females per 100 Males in Mount Airy.
What is the Median Population Age in Mount Airy?
Median Population Age in Mount Airy is 46.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mount Airy
Average Family Size in Mount Airy is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mount Airy
Average Household Size in Mount Airy is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mount Airy?
Per Capita income in Mount Airy is $32,721.
What is the Median Family Income in Mount Airy?
Median Family Income in Mount Airy is $53,349.
What is the Median Household income in Mount Airy?
Median Household Income in Mount Airy is $34,089.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mount Airy?
Income or Wage Gap in Mount Airy is 28.3%.
Women in Mount Airy earn 71.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mount Airy?
Family Income Deficit in Mount Airy is $9,184.
Families that are below poverty line in Mount Airy earn $9,184 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mount Airy?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mount Airy is 0.56.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mount Airy?
There are 4,336 People in the Labor Forcein in Mount Airy.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mount Airy?
49.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Mount Airy.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mount Airy?
Unemployment Rate in Mount Airy is 7.2%.