Etowah County, AL

Etowah County Overview

103,348
TOTAL POPULATION
50,134
MALE POPULATION
53,214
FEMALE POPULATION
94.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,479
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,242
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,177
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,674
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
47,384
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Etowah County Area Codes

Race in Etowah County

The most populous races in Etowah County are White / Caucasian (80,555 | 77.9%), Black / African American (15,724 | 15.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (4,561 | 4.4%).
Race in Etowah County
Race# Population% Population
Asian7480.7%
Black / African American15,72415.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific20.0%
Hispanic or Latino4,5614.4%
Native / Alaskan3290.3%
White / Caucasian80,55577.9%
Two or more Races3,5863.5%
Some other Race2,4042.3%
Total103,348100.0%

Ancestry in Etowah County

The most populous ancestries reported in Etowah County are American (17,006 | 16.5%), English (9,514 | 9.2%), Irish (7,618 | 7.4%), German (4,426 | 4.3%), and Mexican (2,144 | 2.1%), together accounting for 39.4% of all Etowah County residents.
Ancestry in Etowah County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African3380.3%
Alaska Native500.1%
American17,00616.5%
Apache140.0%
Arab2020.2%
Austrian40.0%
Bahamian120.0%
Belgian80.0%
Bermudan30.0%
Bhutanese910.1%
Blackfeet370.0%
Brazilian60.0%
British3110.3%
Burmese180.0%
Canadian1010.1%
Celtic20.0%
Central American1,0431.0%
Central American Indian1080.1%
Cherokee6360.6%
Cheyenne280.0%
Choctaw340.0%
Colombian1860.2%
Costa Rican170.0%
Cree430.0%
Creek670.1%
Croatian220.0%
Cuban1880.2%
Czech100.0%
Danish420.0%
Dominican470.1%
Dutch5090.5%
Eastern European600.1%
Ecuadorian80.0%
Egyptian540.1%
English9,5149.2%
Ethiopian110.0%
European1,2501.2%
Finnish190.0%
French7740.7%
French Canadian390.0%
German4,4264.3%
German Russian550.1%
Greek110.0%
Guatemalan7140.7%
Haitian710.1%
Honduran980.1%
Hungarian1010.1%
Indian (Asian)1420.1%
Iranian150.0%
Irish7,6187.4%
Iroquois180.0%
Italian1,1491.1%
Jamaican40.0%
Japanese1150.1%
Korean2970.3%
Latvian180.0%
Lebanese300.0%
Lithuanian190.0%
Mexican2,1442.1%
Mexican American Indian940.1%
Nigerian140.0%
Northern European630.1%
Norwegian1600.2%
Osage220.0%
Ottawa80.0%
Pakistani60.0%
Palestinian70.0%
Panamanian160.0%
Pennsylvania German120.0%
Polish5450.5%
Portuguese630.1%
Puerto Rican6280.6%
Romanian70.0%
Russian820.1%
Salvadoran1980.2%
Scandinavian2930.3%
Scotch-Irish9840.9%
Scottish1,3711.3%
Seminole100.0%
Serbian70.0%
Slovak190.0%
South American2110.2%
Sri Lankan980.1%
Subsaharan African3730.4%
Swedish2360.2%
Swiss80.0%
Thai1590.2%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian110.0%
Ukrainian870.1%
Welsh2900.3%
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Immigrants in Etowah County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Etowah County came from Latin America (1,316 | 1.3%), Central America (1,029 | 1.0%), Asia (660 | 0.6%), Mexico (500 | 0.5%), and Guatemala (361 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.7% of all Etowah County residents.
Immigrants in Etowah County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa970.1%
Asia6600.6%
Bahamas40.0%
Cambodia670.1%
Canada1140.1%
Caribbean1990.2%
Central America1,0291.0%
China810.1%
Colombia620.1%
Costa Rica170.0%
Cuba550.1%
Denmark70.0%
Dominican Republic770.1%
Eastern Asia1000.1%
Eastern Europe1120.1%
Ecuador80.0%
Egypt540.1%
El Salvador360.0%
England80.0%
Europe2690.3%
France260.0%
Germany740.1%
Guatemala3610.4%
Haiti600.1%
Honduras1150.1%
Hong Kong90.0%
India1500.2%
Italy80.0%
Jamaica30.0%
Japan180.0%
Jordan350.0%
Korea10.0%
Kuwait20.0%
Latin America1,3161.3%
Lebanon120.0%
Mexico5000.5%
Nepal330.0%
Netherlands170.0%
Nigeria220.0%
Northern Africa540.1%
Northern Europe320.0%
Norway170.0%
Philippines1710.2%
Russia150.0%
Senegal210.0%
South America880.1%
South Central Asia1830.2%
South Eastern Asia3260.3%
Southern Europe80.0%
Syria20.0%
Thailand60.0%
Ukraine970.1%
Venezuela180.0%
Vietnam820.1%
Western Africa430.0%
Western Asia510.1%
Western Europe1170.1%
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Sex and Age in Etowah County

Sex and Age in Etowah County

The most populous age groups in Etowah County are 60 to 64 Years (3,577 | 7.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (3,827 | 7.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Etowah County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,083 (6.1%)2,860 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years3,192 (6.4%)2,722 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years3,207 (6.4%)3,173 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years3,076 (6.1%)2,993 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years3,160 (6.3%)3,167 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Years3,244 (6.5%)3,243 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years2,671 (5.3%)3,037 (5.7%)
35 to 39 Years3,154 (6.3%)2,794 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Years2,987 (6.0%)3,506 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years3,389 (6.8%)3,620 (6.8%)
50 to 54 Years3,474 (6.9%)3,489 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years3,182 (6.4%)3,827 (7.2%)
60 to 64 Years3,577 (7.1%)3,439 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years3,304 (6.6%)3,756 (7.1%)
70 to 74 Years2,292 (4.6%)2,793 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years1,637 (3.3%)1,986 (3.7%)
80 to 84 Years1,012 (2.0%)1,479 (2.8%)
85 Years and over493 (1.0%)1,330 (2.5%)
Total50,134 (100.0%)53,214 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Etowah County

Median Family Size in Etowah County

The median family size in Etowah County is 3.29 persons per family, with single female/mother families (5,687 | 22.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.63 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (18,116 | 71.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.19 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Etowah County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple18,116 (71.6%)3.19
Single Male/Father1,518 (6.0%)3.20
Single Female/Mother5,687 (22.5%)3.63
Total Families25,321 (100.0%)3.29

Median Household Size in Etowah County

The median household size in Etowah County is 2.63 persons per household, with single female/mother households (5,687 | 14.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.78 persons per household. non-family households (13,470 | 34.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Etowah County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple18,116 (46.7%)3.21
Single Male/Father1,518 (3.9%)3.65
Single Female/Mother5,687 (14.7%)3.78
Non-family13,470 (34.7%)1.23
Total Households38,791 (100.0%)2.63

Household Size by Marriage Status in Etowah County

Out of a total of 38,791 households in Etowah County, 25,321 (65.3%) are family households, while 13,470 (34.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 12,652, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 11,749.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Etowah County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-11,749 (30.3%)
2-Person Households12,652 (32.6%)1,464 (3.8%)
3-Person Households5,434 (14.0%)148 (0.4%)
4-Person Households4,682 (12.1%)99 (0.3%)
5-Person Households1,484 (3.8%)10 (0.0%)
6-Person Households631 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households438 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total25,321 (65.3%)13,470 (34.7%)

Female Fertility in Etowah County

Fertility by Age in Etowah County

Average fertility rate in Etowah County is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 114.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Etowah County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years53 (4.3%)18.0
20 to 34 years1,081 (88.8%)114.0
35 to 50 years83 (6.8%)8.0
Total1,217 (100.0%)53.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Etowah County

47.8% of women with births (1,217) in Etowah County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 84.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 50.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Etowah County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years8 (15.1%)45 (84.9%)
20 to 34 years534 (49.4%)547 (50.6%)
35 to 50 years40 (48.2%)43 (51.8%)
Total582 (47.8%)635 (52.2%)

Fertility by Education in Etowah County

Average fertility rate in Etowah County is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 72.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 39.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Etowah County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School138 (11.3%)32.0
High School Diploma469 (38.5%)72.0
College or Associate's Degree486 (39.9%)59.0
Bachelor's Degree102 (8.4%)37.0
Graduate Degree22 (1.8%)18.0
Total1,217 (100.0%)53.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Etowah County

52.2% of women with births in Etowah County 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 64.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Etowah County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School62 (44.9%)76 (55.1%)
High School Diploma166 (35.4%)303 (64.6%)
College or Associate's Degree230 (47.3%)256 (52.7%)
Bachelor's Degree102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total582 (47.8%)635 (52.2%)

Income in Etowah County

Income Overview in Etowah County

Per Capita Income in Etowah County is $28,479, while median incomes of families and households are $67,242 and $52,177 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income103,348$28,479
Median Family Income25,321$67,242
Mean Family Income25,321$83,965
Median Household Income38,791$52,177
Mean Household Income38,791$69,693
Income Deficit25,321$9,674
Wage / Income Gap (%)103,34827.11%
Wage / Income Gap ($)103,34872.89¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index103,3480.46

Earnings by Sex in Etowah County

Average Earnings in Etowah County are $32,882, $38,838 for men and $28,308 for women, a difference of 27.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Etowah County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male25,220 (51.0%)$38,838
Female24,181 (48.9%)$28,308
Total49,401 (100.0%)$32,882

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Etowah County

The most common earnings brackets in Etowah County are $100,000+ for men (2,356 | 9.3%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (2,325 | 9.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Etowah County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1,072 (4.3%)1,464 (6.0%)
$2,500 to $4,999623 (2.5%)780 (3.2%)
$5,000 to $7,499524 (2.1%)1,172 (4.9%)
$7,500 to $9,999917 (3.6%)1,085 (4.5%)
$10,000 to $12,499798 (3.2%)1,209 (5.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999908 (3.6%)1,059 (4.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499798 (3.2%)927 (3.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999415 (1.7%)834 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $22,499785 (3.1%)1,381 (5.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,079 (4.3%)851 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,899 (7.5%)2,067 (8.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,788 (7.1%)2,325 (9.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,267 (5.0%)1,172 (4.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,663 (6.6%)1,430 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,186 (4.7%)1,227 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,382 (5.5%)886 (3.7%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,176 (8.6%)1,894 (7.8%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,343 (5.3%)628 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,241 (8.9%)1,023 (4.2%)
$100,000+2,356 (9.3%)767 (3.2%)
Total25,220 (100.0%)24,181 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Etowah County

Average earnings in Etowah County are $42,609 for men and $31,861 for women, a difference of 25.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $95,305, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $27,222. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,063, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,858.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Etowah County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$27,222$15,858
High School Diploma$37,650$26,014
College or Associate's Degree$44,958$31,598
Bachelor's Degree$59,679$43,476
Graduate Degree$95,305$59,063
Total$42,609$31,861

Family Income in Etowah County

Family Income Brackets in Etowah County

According to the Etowah County family income data, there are 5,140 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 709 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Etowah County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0008103.2%
$10,000 to $14,9997092.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991,9507.7%
$25,000 to $34,9992,0268.0%
$35,000 to $49,9993,36813.3%
$50,000 to $74,9995,14020.3%
$75,000 to $99,9993,79815.0%
$100,000 to $149,9994,63418.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991,8997.5%
$200,000+1,0134.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Etowah County

5-person families (1,467 | 5.8%) account for the highest median family income in Etowah County with $96,816 per family, while 2-person families (13,376 | 52.8%) have the highest median income of $31,971 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Etowah County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families13,376 (52.8%)$63,942
3-Person Families5,078 (20.1%)$62,557
4-Person Families4,502 (17.8%)$84,241
5-Person Families1,467 (5.8%)$96,816
6-Person Families498 (2.0%)$61,541
7+ Person Families400 (1.6%)$92,713
Total25,321 (100.0%)$67,242

Family Income by Number of Earners in Etowah County

The median family income in Etowah County is $67,242, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,880) having the highest median family income of $112,727, while families with no earners (4,730) have the lowest median family income of $41,871, accounting for 7.4% and 18.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Etowah County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners4,730 (18.7%)$41,871
1 Earner8,853 (35.0%)$47,707
2 Earners9,858 (38.9%)$96,053
3+ Earners1,880 (7.4%)$112,727
Total25,321 (100.0%)$67,242

Household Income in Etowah County

Household Income Brackets in Etowah County

With 7,331 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Etowah County, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 1,203 households (3.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Etowah County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002,2895.9%
$10,000 to $14,9992,3276.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994,53911.7%
$25,000 to $34,9993,95710.2%
$35,000 to $49,9995,58614.4%
$50,000 to $74,9997,33118.9%
$75,000 to $99,9994,42211.4%
$100,000 to $149,9995,08213.1%
$150,000 to $199,9992,0565.3%
$200,000+1,2033.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Etowah County

The median household income in Etowah County is $52,177, with the highest median household income of $62,115 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 14,885 households (38.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,250, with 1,074 households (2.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Etowah County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,074 (2.8%)$36,250
25 to 44 Years10,410 (26.8%)$53,955
45 to 64 Years14,885 (38.4%)$62,115
65+ Years12,422 (32.0%)$42,092
Total38,791 (100.0%)$52,177

Poverty in Etowah County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Etowah County

With 13.3% poverty level for males and 18.3% for females among the residents of Etowah County, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 316 males (25.9%) and 204 females (30.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Etowah County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years740 (24.2%)830 (30.1%)
5 Years77 (14.7%)204 (30.2%)
6 to 11 Years795 (19.9%)812 (25.7%)
12 to 14 Years277 (15.4%)451 (25.3%)
15 Years159 (24.2%)202 (23.4%)
16 and 17 Years316 (25.9%)196 (17.0%)
18 to 24 Years527 (12.4%)1,037 (25.6%)
25 to 34 Years577 (9.8%)1,373 (21.9%)
35 to 44 Years746 (12.2%)861 (13.7%)
45 to 54 Years633 (9.3%)967 (13.6%)
55 to 64 Years873 (13.3%)1,354 (18.7%)
65 to 74 Years528 (9.5%)740 (11.5%)
75 Years and over319 (10.5%)552 (12.2%)
Total6,567 (13.3%)9,579 (18.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Etowah County

According to the poverty statistics in Etowah County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 90.6% of males and 88.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Etowah County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,321 (75.8%)1,928 (69.9%)
5 Years446 (85.3%)471 (69.8%)
6 to 11 Years3,191 (80.1%)2,344 (74.3%)
12 to 14 Years1,524 (84.6%)1,334 (74.7%)
15 Years497 (75.8%)661 (76.6%)
16 and 17 Years905 (74.1%)957 (83.0%)
18 to 24 Years3,724 (87.6%)3,018 (74.4%)
25 to 34 Years5,320 (90.2%)4,896 (78.1%)
35 to 44 Years5,379 (87.8%)5,426 (86.3%)
45 to 54 Years6,134 (90.6%)6,126 (86.4%)
55 to 64 Years5,698 (86.7%)5,902 (81.3%)
65 to 74 Years5,043 (90.5%)5,681 (88.5%)
75 Years and over2,708 (89.5%)3,987 (87.8%)
Total42,890 (86.7%)42,731 (81.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Etowah County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Etowah County show that 5.6% or 1,011 of the total 18,116 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 14.6%, comprising of 27 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.1%, which includes 490 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Etowah County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children11,512 (95.9%)490 (4.1%)
1 or 2 Children4,568 (91.5%)424 (8.5%)
3 or 4 Children867 (92.5%)70 (7.5%)
5 or more Children158 (85.4%)27 (14.6%)
Total17,105 (94.4%)1,011 (5.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Etowah County

According to the poverty data in Etowah County, 12.1% or 184 single-father households and 30.2% or 1,717 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 62 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Etowah County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children34 (5.2%)267 (12.7%)
1 or 2 Children120 (15.5%)1,054 (35.2%)
3 or 4 Children22 (24.4%)334 (64.0%)
5 or more Children8 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
Total184 (12.1%)1,717 (30.2%)

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

The poverty data for Etowah County shows that 1,011 of the married-couple family households (5.6%) and 1,901 of the single-parent households (26.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (14.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Etowah County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children490 (4.1%)301 (10.9%)
1 or 2 Children424 (8.5%)1,174 (31.2%)
3 or 4 Children70 (7.5%)356 (58.2%)
5 or more Children27 (14.6%)70 (100.0%)
Total1,011 (5.6%)1,901 (26.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Etowah County

Employment by Class of Employer in Etowah County

Among the 43,715 employed individuals in Etowah County, private company employees (31,036 | 71.0%), local government employees (3,743 | 8.6%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (2,884 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Etowah County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees31,03671.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,1352.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2,8846.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,8574.3%
Local Government Employees3,7438.6%
State Government Employees2,0944.8%
Federal Government Employees9552.2%
Unpaid Family Workers110.0%
Total43,715100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Etowah County

According to the labor force statistics for Etowah County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (83,569), 56.7% or 47,384 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 2,843 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.5% or 4,880 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.3% or 318 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Etowah County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,566 (34.6%)318 (20.3%)
20 to 24 Years4,764 (75.3%)510 (10.7%)
25 to 29 Years5,287 (81.5%)344 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years4,880 (85.5%)420 (8.6%)
35 to 44 Years9,841 (79.1%)777 (7.9%)
45 to 54 Years10,158 (72.7%)335 (3.3%)
55 to 59 Years4,346 (62.0%)52 (1.2%)
60 to 64 Years3,522 (50.2%)39 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,490 (20.5%)50 (2.0%)
75 Years and over508 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total47,384 (56.7%)2,843 (6.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Etowah County

According to labor force statistics for Etowah County, 72.3% of individuals (38,054) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (52,633) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 1,979 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 85.7% or 7,884 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.2% or 353 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Etowah County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3,463 (48.4%)730 (10.2%)
High School Diploma12,493 (70.7%)1,007 (5.7%)
College / Associate Degree14,217 (76.4%)875 (4.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,884 (85.7%)276 (3.0%)
Total38,054 (72.3%)2,737 (5.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Etowah County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Etowah County are Management (4,010 | 9.0%), Community & Social Service (3,781 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,340 | 7.5%), Education Instruction & Library (2,509 | 5.6%), and Health Technologists (2,047 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Etowah County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Etowah County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.5%), and Computers & Mathematics (65.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.1%), Education Instruction & Library (78.2%), and Community & Social Service (74.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Etowah County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,434 (60.7%)1,576 (39.3%)
Business & Financial321 (29.7%)760 (70.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science805 (76.5%)247 (23.5%)
Computers & Mathematics263 (65.7%)137 (34.3%)
Architecture & Engineering510 (93.9%)33 (6.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science32 (29.4%)77 (70.6%)
Community & Social Service 958 (25.3%)2,823 (74.7%)
Education, Arts & Media167 (29.4%)400 (70.6%)
Legal Services & Support95 (32.5%)197 (67.5%)
Education Instruction & Library548 (21.8%)1,961 (78.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment148 (35.8%)265 (64.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating663 (19.9%)2,677 (80.1%)
Health Technologists613 (29.9%)1,434 (70.1%)
Total (Category)5,181 (39.1%)8,083 (60.9%)
Total (Overall)22,544 (50.6%)21,964 (49.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Etowah County are Food Preparation & Serving (2,561 | 5.8%), Healthcare Support (1,559 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,486 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (972 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (879 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Etowah County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Etowah County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (82.6%), Security & Protection (75.8%), and Law Enforcement (71.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (81.7%), Healthcare Support (75.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (65.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Etowah County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support381 (24.4%)1,178 (75.6%)
Security & Protection666 (75.8%)213 (24.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention275 (82.6%)58 (17.4%)
Law Enforcement391 (71.6%)155 (28.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving890 (34.7%)1,671 (65.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance871 (58.6%)615 (41.4%)
Personal Care & Service178 (18.3%)794 (81.7%)
Total (Category)2,986 (40.0%)4,471 (60.0%)
Total (Overall)22,544 (50.6%)21,964 (49.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Etowah County are Office & Administration (4,776 | 10.7%), and Sales & Related (4,622 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Etowah County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Etowah County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,986 (43.0%)2,636 (57.0%)
Office & Administration636 (13.3%)4,140 (86.7%)
Total (Category)2,622 (27.9%)6,776 (72.1%)
Total (Overall)22,544 (50.6%)21,964 (49.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Etowah County are Construction & Extraction (2,503 | 5.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,861 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (79 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Etowah County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Etowah County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry71 (89.9%)8 (10.1%)
Construction & Extraction2,485 (99.3%)18 (0.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,802 (96.8%)59 (3.2%)
Total (Category)4,358 (98.1%)85 (1.9%)
Total (Overall)22,544 (50.6%)21,964 (49.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Etowah County are Production (5,222 | 11.7%), Material Moving (2,636 | 5.9%), and Transportation (2,088 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Etowah County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Etowah County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3,557 (68.1%)1,665 (31.9%)
Transportation1,896 (90.8%)192 (9.2%)
Material Moving1,944 (73.8%)692 (26.3%)
Total (Category)7,397 (74.4%)2,549 (25.6%)
Total (Overall)22,544 (50.6%)21,964 (49.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Etowah County

Employment Industries in Etowah County

The major employment industries in Etowah County include Manufacturing (8,120 | 18.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (6,984 | 15.7%), Retail Trade (6,094 | 13.7%), Educational Services (3,516 | 7.9%), and Accommodation & Food Services (3,425 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Etowah County

Employment Industries by Sex in Etowah County

The Etowah County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (90.9%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (86.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.2%), and Educational Services (72.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Etowah County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting247 (86.7%)38 (13.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2,838 (90.9%)283 (9.1%)
Manufacturing5,764 (71.0%)2,356 (29.0%)
Wholesale Trade750 (83.5%)148 (16.5%)
Retail Trade3,006 (49.3%)3,088 (50.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,223 (74.5%)419 (25.5%)
Utilities306 (85.0%)54 (15.0%)
Information234 (48.5%)248 (51.4%)
Finance & Insurance367 (32.7%)754 (67.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing179 (40.3%)265 (59.7%)
Professional & Scientific418 (44.8%)515 (55.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support765 (44.8%)941 (55.2%)
Educational Services982 (27.9%)2,534 (72.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,525 (21.8%)5,459 (78.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation195 (41.5%)275 (58.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,273 (37.2%)2,152 (62.8%)
Public Administration1,114 (51.3%)1,059 (48.7%)
Total22,544 (50.6%)21,964 (49.3%)

Education in Etowah County

School Enrollment in Etowah County

The most common levels of schooling among the 21,911 students in Etowah County are high school (5,325 | 24.3%), middle school (5,060 | 23.1%), and elementary school (4,647 | 21.2%).
School Enrollment in Etowah County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9954.5%
Kindergarten1,2045.5%
Elementary School4,64721.2%
Middle School5,06023.1%
High School5,32524.3%
College / Undergraduate3,93818.0%
Graduate / Professional7423.4%
Total21,911100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Etowah County

Out of a total of 21,911 students who are enrolled in schools in Etowah County, 2,673 (12.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 19,238 (87.8%) 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 232 (23.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 5,721 (91.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Etowah County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds753 (87.3%)110 (12.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old4,597 (86.7%)706 (13.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds5,721 (91.2%)555 (8.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3,431 (89.7%)392 (10.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,384 (85.5%)234 (14.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,777 (84.7%)321 (15.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds762 (76.7%)232 (23.3%)
35 Years and over822 (87.8%)114 (12.2%)
Total19,238 (87.8%)2,673 (12.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Etowah County

Education (3,959 | 29.0%), business (2,740 | 20.1%), science & technology (1,867 | 13.7%), arts & humanities (903 | 6.6%), and social sciences (646 | 4.7%) are the most common fields of study among 13,654 individuals in Etowah County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Etowah County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2972.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5013.7%
Physical & Health Sciences3592.6%
Psychology3602.6%
Social Sciences6464.7%
Engineering6294.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies1300.9%
Science & Technology1,86713.7%
Business2,74020.1%
Education3,95929.0%
Literature & Languages2461.8%
Liberal Arts & History6204.5%
Visual & Performing Arts2832.1%
Communications1140.8%
Arts & Humanities9036.6%
Total13,654100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Etowah County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Etowah County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Etowah County are males with 2 vehicles (8,722, accounting for 39.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (8,305, making up 40.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Etowah County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle163 (0.7%)367 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle2,367 (10.7%)4,067 (19.0%)
2 Vehicles8,722 (39.3%)8,305 (38.7%)
3 Vehicles5,772 (26.0%)4,673 (21.8%)
4 Vehicles2,823 (12.7%)2,510 (11.7%)
5 or more Vehicles2,363 (10.6%)1,524 (7.1%)
Total22,210 (100.0%)21,446 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Etowah County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Etowah County are 15 to 19 minutes (8,161 commuters, 19.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (7,827 commuters, 18.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (6,392 commuters, 15.1%).
Commute Time in Etowah County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes8261.9%
5 to 9 Minutes3,9839.4%
10 to 14 Minutes7,82718.5%
15 to 19 Minutes8,16119.3%
20 to 24 Minutes6,39215.1%
25 to 29 Minutes2,7826.6%
30 to 34 Minutes4,59210.8%
35 to 39 Minutes9512.2%
40 to 44 Minutes8642.0%
45 to 59 Minutes2,7756.6%
60 to 89 Minutes2,1145.0%
90 or more Minutes1,1102.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Etowah County

The most common commute times in Etowah County are 15 to 19 minutes (4,260 commuters, 19.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (4,553 commuters, 21.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Etowah County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes370 (1.7%)456 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,662 (7.7%)2,321 (11.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes3,274 (15.1%)4,553 (21.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes4,260 (19.7%)3,901 (18.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes2,825 (13.1%)3,567 (17.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,432 (6.6%)1,350 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,779 (12.9%)1,813 (8.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes600 (2.8%)351 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes477 (2.2%)387 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,765 (8.2%)1,010 (4.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,460 (6.8%)654 (3.2%)
90 or more Minutes710 (3.3%)400 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Etowah County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Etowah County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,234, 15.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,716, 17.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Etowah County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2,203 (10.2%)974 (4.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,566 (7.2%)589 (2.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,296 (6.0%)1,062 (5.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3,045 (14.1%)1,291 (6.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM2,219 (10.3%)2,305 (11.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,234 (15.0%)3,716 (17.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,895 (8.8%)3,326 (16.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,244 (5.8%)2,217 (10.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM348 (1.6%)618 (3.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM686 (3.2%)1,435 (6.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM428 (2.0%)727 (3.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM88 (0.4%)152 (0.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,872 (8.7%)1,224 (5.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,490 (6.9%)1,127 (5.4%)
Total21,614 (100.0%)20,763 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Etowah County

Occupancy by Ownership in Etowah County

Of the total 38,791 dwellings in Etowah County, owner-occupied units account for 28,454 (73.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 10,337 (26.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Etowah County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units28,45473.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10,33726.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units38,791100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Etowah County

Occupancy by Household Size in Etowah County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11,74930.3%
2-Person Household14,11636.4%
3-Person Household5,58214.4%
4+ Person Household7,34418.9%
Total Housing Units38,791100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Etowah County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Etowah County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household7,911 (67.3%)3,838 (32.7%)
2-Person Household11,063 (78.4%)3,053 (21.6%)
3-Person Household3,894 (69.8%)1,688 (30.2%)
4+ Person Household5,586 (76.1%)1,758 (23.9%)
Total Housing Units28,454 (73.4%)10,337 (26.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Etowah County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Etowah County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2,798 (62.0%)1,718 (38.0%)
High School Diploma8,392 (70.2%)3,556 (29.8%)
College/Associate Degree11,149 (74.0%)3,921 (26.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6,115 (84.3%)1,142 (15.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Etowah County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Etowah County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6,07715.7%
35 to 44 Years5,40713.9%
45 to 54 Years7,07818.2%
55 to 64 Years7,80720.1%
65 to 74 Years7,22718.6%
75 to 84 Years4,02010.4%
85 Years and Over1,1753.0%
Total38,791100.0%

Housing Finances in Etowah County

Median Income by Occupancy in Etowah County

Median Income by Occupancy in Etowah County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied28,454 (73.4%)$60,850
Renter-Occupied10,337 (26.7%)$31,859
Average38,791 (100.0%)$52,177

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Etowah County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Etowah County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000846 (3.0%)547 (5.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999397 (1.4%)485 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999852 (3.0%)1,486 (14.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,399 (4.9%)773 (7.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,643 (5.8%)728 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,455 (8.6%)1,521 (14.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9993,972 (14.0%)1,600 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9995,515 (19.4%)1,834 (17.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,818 (13.4%)585 (5.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9994,571 (16.1%)511 (4.9%)
$150,000 or more2,986 (10.5%)267 (2.6%)
Total28,454 (100.0%)10,337 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Etowah County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Etowah County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004,192 (14.7%)498 (4.8%)
$300 to $4997,351 (25.8%)955 (9.2%)
$500 to $7994,903 (17.2%)3,516 (34.0%)
$800 to $9992,583 (9.1%)2,325 (22.5%)
$1,000 to $1,4995,514 (19.4%)1,706 (16.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9992,472 (8.7%)79 (0.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499902 (3.2%)55 (0.5%)
$2,500 to $2,999347 (1.2%)55 (0.5%)
$3,000 or more190 (0.7%)39 (0.4%)
Total28,454 (100.0%)10,337 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Etowah County

Housing Structures in Etowah County

Housing Structures in Etowah County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached30,61178.9%
Single Unit, Attached1590.4%
2 Unit Apartments5631.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9272.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,4943.8%
10 or more Apartments1,1683.0%
Mobile Home / Other3,86910.0%
Total38,791100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Etowah County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Etowah County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached25,610 (83.7%)5,001 (16.3%)
Single Unit, Attached73 (45.9%)86 (54.1%)
2 Unit Apartments14 (2.5%)549 (97.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)927 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1,494 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments4 (0.3%)1,164 (99.7%)
Mobile Home / Other2,753 (71.2%)1,116 (28.8%)
Total28,454 (73.4%)10,337 (26.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Etowah County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Etowah County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room14 (0.1%)373 (3.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms610 (2.1%)1,286 (12.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms7,883 (27.7%)4,852 (46.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms12,749 (44.8%)2,978 (28.8%)
8 or more Rooms7,198 (25.3%)848 (8.2%)
Total28,454 (100.0%)10,337 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Etowah County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Etowah County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas10,409 (36.6%)2,833 (27.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,744 (6.1%)351 (3.4%)
Electricity15,743 (55.3%)7,104 (68.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene60 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels442 (1.5%)38 (0.4%)
No Fuel Used56 (0.2%)11 (0.1%)
Total28,454 (100.0%)10,337 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Etowah County

Household Vehicle Usage in Etowah County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle563 (2.0%)1,080 (10.4%)
1 Vehicle6,585 (23.1%)5,167 (50.0%)
2 Vehicles11,694 (41.1%)2,637 (25.5%)
3 or more Vehicles9,612 (33.8%)1,453 (14.1%)
Total28,454 (100.0%)10,337 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Etowah County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Etowah County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units15,19613,258
Median Property Value$129,100$160,600
Median Household Income$47,599$1,891
Monthly Housing Costs$392$190
Real Estate Taxes$474$1,696

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Etowah County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Etowah County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003,233 (21.3%)542 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9993,195 (21.0%)2,263 (17.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9997,146 (47.0%)8,745 (66.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,269 (8.4%)1,249 (9.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999203 (1.3%)298 (2.2%)
$750,000 to $999,99960 (0.4%)123 (0.9%)
$1,000,000 or more90 (0.6%)38 (0.3%)
Total15,196 (100.0%)13,258 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Etowah County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Etowah County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000981 (6.5%)107 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,983 (19.6%)262 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,603 (10.5%)911 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,442 (16.1%)852 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,974 (19.6%)1,530 (11.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,491 (9.8%)2,541 (19.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,627 (10.7%)2,327 (17.5%)
$150,000 or more1,095 (7.2%)2,944 (22.2%)
Total15,196 (100.0%)13,258 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Etowah County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Etowah County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x6,105 (40.2%)80,452 (606.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x2,551 (16.8%)6,820 (51.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,810 (11.9%)2,562 (19.3%)
4.0x or more4,463 (29.4%)1,379 (10.4%)
Total15,196 (100.0%)13,258 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Etowah County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Etowah County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8008,167 (53.7%)94 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,4991,686 (11.1%)7,306 (55.1%)
$800 to $1,499651 (4.3%)3,119 (23.5%)
Total15,196 (100.0%)13,258 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Etowah County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Etowah County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Etowah County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years6,940 (97.2%)201 (2.8%)
6 to 18 Years15,441 (96.2%)610 (3.8%)
19 to 25 Years6,486 (74.9%)2,171 (25.1%)
26 to 34 Years8,297 (76.4%)2,557 (23.6%)
35 to 44 Years9,890 (79.7%)2,522 (20.3%)
45 to 54 Years11,816 (85.3%)2,044 (14.7%)
55 to 64 Years12,193 (88.2%)1,624 (11.7%)
65 to 74 Years11,756 (98.0%)236 (2.0%)
75 Years and older7,566 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total90,385 (88.3%)11,965 (11.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Etowah County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Etowah County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born6,940 (97.2%)201 (2.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen15,441 (96.2%)610 (3.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6,486 (74.9%)2,171 (25.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Etowah County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Etowah County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00012,545 (77.7%)3,590 (22.3%)
$25,000 to $49,99918,440 (85.0%)3,255 (15.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99917,706 (88.2%)2,360 (11.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99913,828 (91.9%)1,210 (8.1%)
$100,000 and over27,432 (95.0%)1,458 (5.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Etowah County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Etowah County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,076 (57.1%)3,388 (47.4%)
6 to 18 Years7,279 (45.4%)8,979 (55.9%)
19 to 25 Years911 (10.5%)5,798 (67.0%)
25 to 34 Years1,670 (15.4%)6,953 (64.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,886 (15.2%)8,563 (69.0%)
45 to 54 Years2,668 (19.3%)9,889 (71.4%)
55 to 64 Years3,606 (26.1%)9,697 (70.2%)
65 to 74 Years11,325 (94.4%)7,384 (61.6%)
75 Years and over7,537 (99.6%)5,004 (66.1%)
Total40,958 (40.0%)65,655 (64.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Etowah County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Etowah County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years765 (9.3%)489 (6.2%)
18 to 34 Years718 (7.0%)657 (6.3%)
35 to 64 Years4,151 (21.3%)3,938 (19.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,854 (33.3%)1,588 (24.7%)
75 Years and over1,495 (49.4%)2,113 (46.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Etowah County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Etowah County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years64 (0.8%)60 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years50 (0.5%)171 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years917 (4.7%)582 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,040 (18.7%)304 (4.7%)
75 Years and over621 (20.5%)718 (15.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Etowah County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years125 (1.5%)62 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years140 (1.4%)135 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years927 (4.8%)772 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years274 (4.9%)225 (3.5%)
75 Years and over372 (12.3%)641 (14.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Etowah County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years625 (7.6%)383 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years517 (5.1%)278 (2.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,483 (7.6%)1,494 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years473 (8.5%)220 (3.4%)
75 Years and over418 (13.8%)766 (16.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Etowah County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years213 (2.6%)9 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years77 (0.8%)131 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years2,439 (12.5%)2,593 (12.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,054 (18.9%)1,184 (18.4%)
75 Years and over991 (32.7%)1,652 (36.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Etowah County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years113 (1.4%)45 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years66 (0.6%)103 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years629 (3.2%)978 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years392 (7.0%)244 (3.8%)
75 Years and over526 (17.4%)653 (14.4%)

Technology Access in Etowah County

Computing Device Access in Etowah County

Computing Device Access in Etowah County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop25,16964.9%
Smartphone32,54483.9%
Tablet21,55555.6%
No Computing Device3,8229.9%
Total38,791100.0%

Internet Access in Etowah County

Internet Access in Etowah County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet60.0%
Broadband Home23,15859.7%
Cellular Data Only6,78417.5%
Satellite Internet3,8019.8%
No Internet6,37916.4%
Total38,791100.0%

Etowah County Summary

Etowah County is located in the northeastern corner of the state of Alabama in the United States. It is bordered by Cherokee County to the north, DeKalb County to the east, Calhoun County to the south, and Marshall and Blount Counties to the west. The county seat is Gadsden, which is also the largest city in the county. As of the 2010 census, the population of Etowah County was 104,430, making it the fifth most populous county in the state.

Geography

Etowah County covers an area of 576 square miles, making it the fourth largest county in Alabama by area. The terrain is mostly hilly, with the highest point being Lookout Mountain at 1,972 feet. The county is drained by the Coosa River, which forms its eastern border. The county is also home to several lakes, including Lake Guntersville, Lake Neely Henry, and Lake Gadsden.

History

Etowah County was created in 1866 from parts of DeKalb and Marshall Counties. It was named for the Etowah River, which flows through the county. The county seat was originally located in Gadsden, which was founded in 1867.
The county was largely rural until the early 20th century, when the city of Gadsden began to grow rapidly. The city was a major industrial center during World War II, and its population continued to grow after the war. The county's population also grew during this time, as many people moved to the area to take advantage of the economic opportunities.

Economy

Etowah County's economy is largely based on manufacturing and services. The county is home to several major employers, including Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, Gadsden Regional Medical Center, and the Gadsden City School System. The county is also home to several smaller businesses, including several automotive suppliers and a number of retail stores.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including Noccalula Falls Park, the Gadsden Museum of Art, and the Gadsden Cultural Arts Center. These attractions bring in visitors from all over the state and beyond, providing a boost to the local economy.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Etowah County was 104,430, making it the fifth most populous county in the state. The population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36.7 years.
The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 16.2% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. 3.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,845, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 14.2% of families and 17.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Etowah County?
Total Population of Etowah County is 103,348.
What is the Total Male Population of Etowah County?
Total Male Population of Etowah County is 50,134.
What is the Total Female Population of Etowah County?
Total Female Population of Etowah County is 53,214.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Etowah County?
There are 94.21 Males per 100 Females in Etowah County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Etowah County?
There are 106.14 Females per 100 Males in Etowah County.
What is the Median Population Age in Etowah County?
Median Population Age in Etowah County is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Etowah County
Average Family Size in Etowah County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Etowah County
Average Household Size in Etowah County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Etowah County?
Per Capita income in Etowah County is $28,479.
What is the Median Family Income in Etowah County?
Median Family Income in Etowah County is $67,242.
What is the Median Household income in Etowah County?
Median Household Income in Etowah County is $52,177.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Etowah County?
Income or Wage Gap in Etowah County is 27.1%.
Women in Etowah County earn 72.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Etowah County?
Family Income Deficit in Etowah County is $9,674.
Families that are below poverty line in Etowah County earn $9,674 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Etowah County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Etowah County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Etowah County?
There are 47,384 People in the Labor Forcein in Etowah County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Etowah County?
56.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Etowah County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Etowah County?
Unemployment Rate in Etowah County is 6.0%.