Old Fort, NC

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Old Fort Overview

658
TOTAL POPULATION
296
MALE POPULATION
362
FEMALE POPULATION
81.77
MALES / 100 FEMALES
122.30
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,756
PER CAPITA INCOME
$50,927
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,125
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
87.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,875
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
288
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Old Fort Zip Codes

Old Fort Area Codes

Race in Old Fort

The most populous races in Old Fort are White / Caucasian (580 | 88.1%), Two or more Races (40 | 6.1%), and Black / African American (28 | 4.3%).
Race in Old Fort
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American284.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan101.5%
White / Caucasian58088.1%
Two or more Races406.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total658100.0%

Ancestry in Old Fort

The most populous ancestries reported in Old Fort are Irish (153 | 23.3%), American (129 | 19.6%), German (98 | 14.9%), English (96 | 14.6%), and Scotch-Irish (22 | 3.3%), together accounting for 75.7% of all Old Fort residents.
Ancestry in Old Fort
Ancestry# Population% Population
American12919.6%
Cherokee121.8%
Dutch20.3%
English9614.6%
European30.5%
French71.1%
French Canadian40.6%
German9814.9%
Hungarian40.6%
Irish15323.3%
Polish20.3%
Scotch-Irish223.3%
Slovak132.0%
Swedish20.3%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian50.8%
Welsh81.2%
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Immigrants in Old Fort

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Old Fort came from England (4 | 0.6%), Europe (4 | 0.6%), and Northern Europe (4 | 0.6%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Old Fort residents.
Immigrants in Old Fort
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
England40.6%
Europe40.6%
Northern Europe40.6%
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Sex and Age in Old Fort

Sex and Age in Old Fort

The most populous age groups in Old Fort are 5 to 9 Years (35 | 11.8%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (36 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Old Fort
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (1.0%)13 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Years35 (11.8%)10 (2.8%)
10 to 14 Years33 (11.2%)10 (2.8%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)13 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Years19 (6.4%)5 (1.4%)
25 to 29 Years18 (6.1%)32 (8.8%)
30 to 34 Years10 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years8 (2.7%)7 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Years19 (6.4%)22 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years16 (5.4%)31 (8.6%)
50 to 54 Years27 (9.1%)36 (9.9%)
55 to 59 Years13 (4.4%)25 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years15 (5.1%)32 (8.8%)
65 to 69 Years11 (3.7%)22 (6.1%)
70 to 74 Years29 (9.8%)22 (6.1%)
75 to 79 Years7 (2.4%)27 (7.5%)
80 to 84 Years19 (6.4%)27 (7.5%)
85 Years and over14 (4.7%)28 (7.7%)
Total296 (100.0%)362 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Old Fort

Median Family Size in Old Fort

The median family size in Old Fort is 2.51 persons per family, with married-couple families (132 | 65.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.73 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (10 | 4.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.60 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Old Fort
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple132 (65.0%)2.73
Single Male/Father10 (4.9%)1.60
Single Female/Mother61 (30.0%)2.16
Total Families203 (100.0%)2.51

Median Household Size in Old Fort

The median household size in Old Fort is 1.95 persons per household, with married-couple households (132 | 39.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.73 persons per household. non-family households (128 | 38.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Old Fort
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple132 (39.9%)2.73
Single Male/Father10 (3.0%)1.60
Single Female/Mother61 (18.4%)2.20
Non-family128 (38.7%)1.05
Total Households331 (100.0%)1.95

Household Size by Marriage Status in Old Fort

Out of a total of 331 households in Old Fort, 203 (61.3%) are family households, while 128 (38.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 117, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 125.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Old Fort
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-125 (37.8%)
2-Person Households117 (35.3%)3 (0.9%)
3-Person Households72 (21.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households8 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total203 (61.3%)128 (38.7%)

Female Fertility in Old Fort

Fertility by Age in Old Fort

Female Fertility by Age in Old Fort
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Old Fort

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

Fertility by Education in Old Fort

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Old Fort
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Old Fort

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

Income in Old Fort

Income Overview in Old Fort

Per Capita Income in Old Fort is $24,756, while median incomes of families and households are $50,927 and $41,125 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income658$24,756
Median Family Income203$50,927
Mean Family Income203$59,803
Median Household Income331$41,125
Mean Household Income331$49,427
Income Deficit203$13,875
Wage / Income Gap (%)65813.01%
Wage / Income Gap ($)65886.99¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6580.37

Earnings by Sex in Old Fort

Average Earnings in Old Fort are $35,000, $39,583 for men and $34,432 for women, a difference of 13.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Old Fort
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male127 (44.1%)$39,583
Female161 (55.9%)$34,432
Total288 (100.0%)$35,000

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Old Fort

The most common earnings brackets in Old Fort are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (20 | 15.8%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (21 | 13.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Old Fort
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)4 (2.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)4 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4993 (2.4%)12 (7.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4994 (3.2%)5 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4998 (6.3%)13 (8.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (4.7%)12 (7.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (2.4%)4 (2.5%)
$22,500 to $24,9996 (4.7%)5 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $29,9995 (3.9%)7 (4.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99916 (12.6%)15 (9.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9993 (2.4%)20 (12.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9995 (3.9%)21 (13.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9998 (6.3%)5 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99920 (15.8%)20 (12.4%)
$55,000 to $64,9997 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99911 (8.7%)9 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.9%)
$100,000+12 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (100.0%)161 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Old Fort

Average earnings in Old Fort are $40,500 for men and $35,583 for women, a difference of 12.1%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $51,333, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $31,000. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,192.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Old Fort
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$51,333$15,192
College or Associate's Degree$31,000$34,318
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,500$35,583

Family Income in Old Fort

Family Income Brackets in Old Fort

According to the Old Fort family income data, there are 70 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Old Fort
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000146.9%
$10,000 to $14,99921.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9993115.3%
$35,000 to $49,9994321.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997034.5%
$75,000 to $99,9992512.3%
$100,000 to $149,99963.0%
$150,000 to $199,999125.9%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Old Fort

3-person families (69 | 34.0%) account for the highest median family income in Old Fort with $52,366 per family, while 2-person families (120 | 59.1%) have the highest median income of $19,881 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Old Fort
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families120 (59.1%)$39,762
3-Person Families69 (34.0%)$52,366
4-Person Families8 (3.9%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families3 (1.5%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (1.5%)$0
Total203 (100.0%)$50,927

Family Income by Number of Earners in Old Fort

Family Income by Number of Earners in Old Fort
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners67 (33.0%)$37,679
1 Earner69 (34.0%)$52,109
2 Earners64 (31.5%)$65,278
3+ Earners3 (1.5%)$0
Total203 (100.0%)$50,927

Household Income in Old Fort

Household Income Brackets in Old Fort

With 81 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Old Fort, accounting for 24.5% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Old Fort
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000144.2%
$10,000 to $14,9994413.3%
$15,000 to $24,999175.1%
$25,000 to $34,9995015.1%
$35,000 to $49,9997322.1%
$50,000 to $74,9998124.5%
$75,000 to $99,999319.4%
$100,000 to $149,99992.7%
$150,000 to $199,999123.6%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Old Fort

The median household income in Old Fort is $41,125, with the highest median household income of $48,125 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 137 households (41.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Old Fort
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years77 (23.3%)$43,977
45 to 64 Years137 (41.4%)$48,125
65+ Years117 (35.3%)$38,036
Total331 (100.0%)$41,125

Poverty in Old Fort

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Old Fort

With 13.9% poverty level for males and 17.1% for females among the residents of Old Fort, 55 to 64 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (50.0%) and 21 females (36.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Old Fort
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years6 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years3 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years7 (25.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)12 (17.9%)
55 to 64 Years14 (50.0%)21 (36.8%)
65 to 74 Years3 (7.5%)7 (15.9%)
75 Years and over8 (20.0%)22 (26.8%)
Total41 (13.9%)62 (17.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Old Fort

According to the poverty statistics in Old Fort, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Old Fort
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years29 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years24 (80.0%)3 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years16 (84.2%)15 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years28 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (74.1%)29 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years43 (100.0%)55 (82.1%)
55 to 64 Years14 (50.0%)36 (63.2%)
65 to 74 Years37 (92.5%)37 (84.1%)
75 Years and over32 (80.0%)60 (73.2%)
Total255 (86.2%)300 (82.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Old Fort

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Old Fort show that 12.1% or 16 of the total 132 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.8%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Old Fort
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children87 (89.7%)10 (10.3%)
1 or 2 Children26 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total116 (87.9%)16 (12.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Old Fort

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Old Fort
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Old Fort
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children10 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Old Fort

Employment by Class of Employer in Old Fort

Among the 272 employed individuals in Old Fort, private company employees (168 | 61.8%), state government employees (36 | 13.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (35 | 12.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Old Fort
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees16861.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)31.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)124.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations3512.9%
Local Government Employees41.5%
State Government Employees3613.2%
Federal Government Employees145.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total272100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Old Fort

According to the labor force statistics for Old Fort, out of the total population over 16 years of age (551), 52.3% or 288 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 16 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 10 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 35.3% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Old Fort
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years5 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years52 (92.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years82 (74.5%)4 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years34 (89.5%)12 (35.3%)
60 to 64 Years15 (31.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (35.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total288 (52.3%)16 (5.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Old Fort

According to labor force statistics for Old Fort, 78.1% of individuals (243) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (311) are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 16 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 100.0% or 57 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.7% or 16 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Old Fort
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School5 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma102 (74.5%)22 (15.7%)
College / Associate Degree79 (77.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total243 (78.1%)21 (6.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Old Fort

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Old Fort are Community & Social Service (32 | 11.8%), Education Instruction & Library (21 | 7.7%), Management (20 | 7.3%), Education, Arts & Media (11 | 4.0%), and Business & Financial (9 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Old Fort

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Old Fort, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (81.8%), Business & Financial (66.7%), and Community & Social Service (28.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Management (85.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Old Fort
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3 (15.0%)17 (85.0%)
Business & Financial6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 9 (28.1%)23 (71.9%)
Education, Arts & Media9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (28.6%)45 (71.4%)
Total (Overall)127 (46.7%)145 (53.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Old Fort are Healthcare Support (30 | 11.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (12 | 4.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (11 | 4.0%), and Personal Care & Service (10 | 3.7%).
Services Occupations in Old Fort

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Old Fort, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (63.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%), and Healthcare Support (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (66.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Old Fort
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support10 (33.3%)20 (66.7%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)23 (36.5%)40 (63.5%)
Total (Overall)127 (46.7%)145 (53.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Old Fort are Office & Administration (42 | 15.4%), and Sales & Related (13 | 4.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Old Fort

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Old Fort
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
Office & Administration17 (40.5%)25 (59.5%)
Total (Category)21 (38.2%)34 (61.8%)
Total (Overall)127 (46.7%)145 (53.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Old Fort are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (18 | 6.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Old Fort

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Old Fort
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)127 (46.7%)145 (53.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Old Fort are Material Moving (25 | 9.2%), Production (24 | 8.8%), and Transportation (19 | 7.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Old Fort

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Old Fort
OccupationMaleFemale
Production18 (75.0%)6 (25.0%)
Transportation19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving5 (20.0%)20 (80.0%)
Total (Category)42 (61.8%)26 (38.2%)
Total (Overall)127 (46.7%)145 (53.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Old Fort

Employment Industries in Old Fort

The major employment industries in Old Fort include Transportation & Warehousing (38 | 14.0%), Educational Services (36 | 13.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (36 | 13.2%), Manufacturing (29 | 10.7%), and Retail Trade (27 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries in Old Fort

Employment Industries by Sex in Old Fort

The Old Fort industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Retail Trade (85.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Old Fort
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing22 (75.9%)7 (24.1%)
Wholesale Trade14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade4 (14.8%)23 (85.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing23 (60.5%)15 (39.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance6 (16.7%)30 (83.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (46.7%)145 (53.3%)

Education in Old Fort

School Enrollment in Old Fort

The most common levels of schooling among the 131 students in Old Fort are elementary school (36 | 27.5%), middle school (31 | 23.7%), and college / undergraduate (30 | 22.9%).
School Enrollment in Old Fort
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1612.2%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School3627.5%
Middle School3123.7%
High School1511.5%
College / Undergraduate3022.9%
Graduate / Professional32.3%
Total131100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Old Fort

Out of a total of 131 students who are enrolled in schools in Old Fort, 13 (9.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 118 (90.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (42.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Old Fort
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old35 (77.8%)10 (22.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
35 Years and over3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total118 (90.1%)13 (9.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Old Fort

Business (24 | 18.6%), education (23 | 17.8%), social sciences (19 | 14.7%), arts & humanities (18 | 14.0%), and literature & languages (11 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 129 individuals in Old Fort who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Old Fort
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural21.5%
Physical & Health Sciences21.5%
Psychology97.0%
Social Sciences1914.7%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology32.3%
Business2418.6%
Education2317.8%
Literature & Languages118.5%
Liberal Arts & History97.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications97.0%
Arts & Humanities1814.0%
Total129100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Old Fort

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Old Fort

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Old Fort are males with 2 vehicles (55, accounting for 43.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (49, making up 37.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Old Fort
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle23 (18.1%)57 (39.3%)
2 Vehicles55 (43.3%)49 (33.8%)
3 Vehicles36 (28.3%)31 (21.4%)
4 Vehicles9 (7.1%)8 (5.5%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (100.0%)145 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Old Fort

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Old Fort are 30 to 34 minutes (69 commuters, 27.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (44 commuters, 17.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (38 commuters, 15.4%).
Commute Time in Old Fort
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes166.5%
5 to 9 Minutes62.4%
10 to 14 Minutes197.7%
15 to 19 Minutes3815.4%
20 to 24 Minutes4417.8%
25 to 29 Minutes228.9%
30 to 34 Minutes6927.9%
35 to 39 Minutes104.1%
40 to 44 Minutes145.7%
45 to 59 Minutes93.6%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Old Fort

The most common commute times in Old Fort are 30 to 34 minutes (33 commuters, 30.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (36 commuters, 26.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Old Fort
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes9 (8.2%)7 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes3 (2.7%)3 (2.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes8 (7.3%)11 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes14 (12.7%)24 (17.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes15 (13.6%)29 (21.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes12 (10.9%)10 (7.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes33 (30.0%)36 (26.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes2 (1.8%)8 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes5 (4.5%)9 (6.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Old Fort

The most frequent times of departure to work in Old Fort are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (29, 26.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (44, 32.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Old Fort
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11 (10.0%)17 (12.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)9 (6.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (12.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (8.2%)6 (4.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM21 (19.1%)22 (16.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM8 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM29 (26.4%)3 (2.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM14 (12.7%)44 (32.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (4.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM3 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (4.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (3.6%)7 (5.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total110 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Old Fort

Occupancy by Ownership in Old Fort

Of the total 331 dwellings in Old Fort, owner-occupied units account for 190 (57.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 141 (42.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Old Fort
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units19057.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14142.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units331100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Old Fort

Occupancy by Household Size in Old Fort
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12537.8%
2-Person Household12036.2%
3-Person Household7221.7%
4+ Person Household144.2%
Total Housing Units331100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Old Fort

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Old Fort
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household56 (44.8%)69 (55.2%)
2-Person Household67 (55.8%)53 (44.2%)
3-Person Household60 (83.3%)12 (16.7%)
4+ Person Household7 (50.0%)7 (50.0%)
Total Housing Units190 (57.4%)141 (42.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Old Fort

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Old Fort
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)
High School Diploma71 (53.4%)62 (46.6%)
College/Associate Degree62 (55.9%)49 (44.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher48 (64.9%)26 (35.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Old Fort

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Old Fort
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3510.6%
35 to 44 Years4212.7%
45 to 54 Years7923.9%
55 to 64 Years5817.5%
65 to 74 Years5115.4%
75 to 84 Years4112.4%
85 Years and Over257.5%
Total331100.0%

Housing Finances in Old Fort

Median Income by Occupancy in Old Fort

Median Income by Occupancy in Old Fort
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied190 (57.4%)$51,250
Renter-Occupied141 (42.6%)$36,375
Average331 (100.0%)$41,125

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Old Fort

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Old Fort
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99915 (7.9%)29 (20.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)5 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99910 (5.3%)2 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99921 (11.1%)29 (20.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99927 (14.2%)46 (32.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99962 (32.6%)19 (13.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (13.7%)5 (3.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9993 (1.6%)6 (4.3%)
$150,000 or more12 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)141 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Old Fort

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Old Fort
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30037 (19.5%)4 (2.8%)
$300 to $49945 (23.7%)21 (14.9%)
$500 to $79934 (17.9%)64 (45.4%)
$800 to $99932 (16.8%)30 (21.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49942 (22.1%)5 (3.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)141 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Old Fort

Housing Structures in Old Fort

Housing Structures in Old Fort
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached22267.1%
Single Unit, Attached20.6%
2 Unit Apartments113.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments216.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments92.7%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other6619.9%
Total331100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Old Fort

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Old Fort
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached157 (70.7%)65 (29.3%)
Single Unit, Attached2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other31 (47.0%)35 (53.0%)
Total190 (57.4%)141 (42.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Old Fort

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Old Fort
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)38 (27.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms104 (54.7%)60 (42.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms43 (22.6%)19 (13.5%)
8 or more Rooms41 (21.6%)24 (17.0%)
Total190 (100.0%)141 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Old Fort

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Old Fort
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas3 (1.6%)9 (6.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas8 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity115 (60.5%)97 (68.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene44 (23.2%)31 (22.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels20 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)4 (2.8%)
Total190 (100.0%)141 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Old Fort

Household Vehicle Usage in Old Fort
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)18 (12.8%)
1 Vehicle59 (31.0%)73 (51.8%)
2 Vehicles72 (37.9%)38 (27.0%)
3 or more Vehicles59 (31.0%)12 (8.5%)
Total190 (100.0%)141 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Old Fort

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Old Fort

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9793
Median Property Value$93,200$120,500
Median Household Income$39,688$12
Monthly Housing Costs$326$0
Real Estate Taxes$506$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Old Fort

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Old Fort
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00033 (34.0%)3 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99925 (25.8%)9 (9.7%)
$100,000 to $299,99939 (40.2%)76 (81.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)5 (5.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Old Fort

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Old Fort
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99923 (23.7%)6 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9997 (7.2%)2 (2.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99922 (22.7%)14 (15.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (20.6%)5 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (17.5%)42 (45.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)9 (9.7%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)3 (3.2%)
Total97 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Old Fort

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Old Fort
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x32 (33.0%)60,938 (65,524.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x31 (32.0%)45 (48.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x16 (16.5%)25 (26.9%)
4.0x or more18 (18.6%)2 (2.1%)
Total97 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Old Fort

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Old Fort
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80058 (59.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49935 (36.1%)56 (60.2%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)25 (26.9%)
Total97 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Old Fort

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Old Fort

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Old Fort
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years13 (44.8%)16 (55.2%)
26 to 34 Years43 (78.2%)12 (21.8%)
35 to 44 Years44 (78.6%)12 (21.4%)
45 to 54 Years106 (96.4%)4 (3.6%)
55 to 64 Years63 (74.1%)22 (25.9%)
65 to 74 Years84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total592 (90.0%)66 (10.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Old Fort

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Old Fort
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen13 (44.8%)16 (55.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Old Fort

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Old Fort
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00085 (81.7%)19 (18.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999175 (93.6%)12 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999220 (96.9%)7 (3.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99968 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over31 (52.5%)28 (47.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Old Fort

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Old Fort
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 616 (64.0%)12 (48.0%)
6 to 18 Years44 (47.8%)48 (52.2%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)13 (44.8%)
25 to 34 Years10 (18.2%)43 (78.2%)
35 to 44 Years17 (30.4%)27 (48.2%)
45 to 54 Years23 (20.9%)94 (85.5%)
55 to 64 Years34 (40.0%)31 (36.5%)
65 to 74 Years84 (100.0%)40 (47.6%)
75 Years and over122 (100.0%)97 (79.5%)
Total350 (53.2%)405 (61.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Old Fort

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Old Fort
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (11.8%)10 (43.5%)
18 to 34 Years16 (34.0%)3 (6.4%)
35 to 64 Years23 (23.5%)50 (32.7%)
65 to 74 Years15 (37.5%)13 (29.5%)
75 Years and over40 (100.0%)28 (34.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Old Fort

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Old Fort: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (10.2%)19 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.0%)3 (6.8%)
75 Years and over20 (50.0%)28 (34.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Old Fort: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years4 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (25.0%)
75 Years and over15 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Old Fort: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (11.8%)10 (43.5%)
18 to 34 Years16 (34.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (21.4%)37 (24.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (7.5%)3 (6.8%)
75 Years and over11 (27.5%)12 (14.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Old Fort: <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 Years21 (21.4%)38 (24.8%)
65 to 74 Years12 (30.0%)9 (20.4%)
75 Years and over24 (60.0%)28 (34.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Old Fort: <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 Years12 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (10.0%)16 (19.5%)

Technology Access in Old Fort

Computing Device Access in Old Fort

Computing Device Access in Old Fort
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop23069.5%
Smartphone25777.6%
Tablet15145.6%
No Computing Device4814.5%
Total331100.0%

Internet Access in Old Fort

Internet Access in Old Fort
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home22066.5%
Cellular Data Only4313.0%
Satellite Internet20.6%
No Internet6218.7%
Total331100.0%

Old Fort Summary

Fort, North Carolina is a small town located in McDowell County in the western part of the state. It is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is part of the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1776 and is the oldest settlement in the county. It is named after the old fort that was built in the area during the Revolutionary War.

Geography

Fort is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina. It is situated in the Catawba River Valley and is surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest. The town is located at an elevation of 1,400 feet and has a total area of 1.2 square miles. The climate is humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Fort is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms that produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and tobacco. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and a winery. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Fort was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 2.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.6% from other races. The median household income was $30,938 and the median family income was $37,813. The per capita income was $17,845.

History

Fort was founded in 1776 by settlers from Virginia and Pennsylvania. The town was named after the old fort that was built in the area during the Revolutionary War. The fort was used to protect the settlers from Native American attacks. The town was incorporated in 1891 and has remained relatively unchanged since then.
In the late 19th century, Fort became a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains. The town was home to several resorts and hotels, as well as a number of summer homes. The town also became a popular destination for outdoor activities, such as fishing, hunting, and camping.
In the early 20th century, Fort experienced a period of economic decline due to the Great Depression and the decline of the railroad industry. The town was able to recover in the 1950s and 1960s due to the growth of the tourism industry. Today, Fort is a popular destination for outdoor activities and is home to several small businesses.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Old Fort?
Total Population of Old Fort is 658.
What is the Total Male Population of Old Fort?
Total Male Population of Old Fort is 296.
What is the Total Female Population of Old Fort?
Total Female Population of Old Fort is 362.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Old Fort?
There are 81.77 Males per 100 Females in Old Fort.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Old Fort?
There are 122.30 Females per 100 Males in Old Fort.
What is the Median Population Age in Old Fort?
Median Population Age in Old Fort is 52.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Old Fort
Average Family Size in Old Fort is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Old Fort
Average Household Size in Old Fort is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Old Fort?
Per Capita income in Old Fort is $24,756.
What is the Median Family Income in Old Fort?
Median Family Income in Old Fort is $50,927.
What is the Median Household income in Old Fort?
Median Household Income in Old Fort is $41,125.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Old Fort?
Income or Wage Gap in Old Fort is 13.0%.
Women in Old Fort earn 87.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Old Fort?
Family Income Deficit in Old Fort is $13,875.
Families that are below poverty line in Old Fort earn $13,875 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Old Fort?
Inequality or Gini Index in Old Fort is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Old Fort?
There are 288 People in the Labor Forcein in Old Fort.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Old Fort?
52.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Old Fort.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Old Fort?
Unemployment Rate in Old Fort is 5.6%.