Jefferson County, AL
Jefferson County Map
Jefferson County Overview
672,265
TOTAL POPULATION
319,713
MALE POPULATION
352,552
FEMALE POPULATION
90.69
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,224
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,299
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,595
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,272
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
329,600
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Jefferson County Area Codes
Race in Jefferson County
The most populous races in Jefferson County are White / Caucasian (338,374 | 50.3%), Black / African American (287,203 | 42.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (27,950 | 4.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 11,712 | 1.7% |
| Black / African American | 287,203 | 42.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 167 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 27,950 | 4.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 1,225 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 338,374 | 50.3% |
| Two or more Races | 20,256 | 3.0% |
| Some other Race | 13,328 | 2.0% |
| Total | 672,265 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Jefferson County
The most populous ancestries reported in Jefferson County are American (81,872 | 12.2%), English (59,207 | 8.8%), Irish (38,401 | 5.7%), German (31,251 | 4.6%), and Mexican (17,620 | 2.6%), together accounting for 34.0% of all Jefferson County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 6 | 0.0% |
| African | 11,203 | 1.7% |
| Albanian | 42 | 0.0% |
| Aleut | 21 | 0.0% |
| American | 81,872 | 12.2% |
| Arab | 3,648 | 0.5% |
| Argentinean | 124 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 85 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 435 | 0.1% |
| Bahamian | 150 | 0.0% |
| Bangladeshi | 21 | 0.0% |
| Barbadian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 436 | 0.1% |
| Belizean | 18 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 686 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 357 | 0.1% |
| Bolivian | 37 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 342 | 0.1% |
| British | 3,231 | 0.5% |
| British West Indian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Bulgarian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 1,445 | 0.2% |
| Cajun | 59 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 369 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 150 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 3,679 | 0.5% |
| Central American Indian | 246 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 2,021 | 0.3% |
| Chickasaw | 6 | 0.0% |
| Chilean | 311 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 19 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 69 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 515 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 80 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 367 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 188 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 701 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 736 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 159 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 575 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 138 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 2,853 | 0.4% |
| Dutch West Indian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern European | 699 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 206 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 310 | 0.1% |
| English | 59,207 | 8.8% |
| Estonian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopian | 94 | 0.0% |
| European | 12,050 | 1.8% |
| Filipino | 281 | 0.0% |
| Finnish | 745 | 0.1% |
| French | 7,897 | 1.2% |
| French Canadian | 878 | 0.1% |
| German | 31,251 | 4.6% |
| Greek | 1,372 | 0.2% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 13 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 1,139 | 0.2% |
| Guyanese | 84 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 549 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 1,066 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 948 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 61 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 3,301 | 0.5% |
| Indonesian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Inupiat | 86 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 201 | 0.0% |
| Iraqi | 19 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 38,401 | 5.7% |
| Israeli | 51 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 12,192 | 1.8% |
| Jamaican | 771 | 0.1% |
| Jordanian | 91 | 0.0% |
| Kenyan | 441 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 1,208 | 0.2% |
| Laotian | 31 | 0.0% |
| Latvian | 167 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 1,331 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 304 | 0.1% |
| Lumbee | 5 | 0.0% |
| Macedonian | 28 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Maltese | 21 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 17,620 | 2.6% |
| Mexican American Indian | 664 | 0.1% |
| Mongolian | 243 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 847 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 214 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 101 | 0.0% |
| New Zealander | 27 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 111 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 810 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 726 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 1,689 | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 734 | 0.1% |
| Palestinian | 576 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 282 | 0.0% |
| Paraguayan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 21 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 259 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 3,351 | 0.5% |
| Portuguese | 464 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 12 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 1,722 | 0.3% |
| Romanian | 221 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 1,547 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 821 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 43 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 853 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 8,516 | 1.3% |
| Scottish | 13,626 | 2.0% |
| Seminole | 7 | 0.0% |
| Serbian | 153 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 30 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 340 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 305 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 48 | 0.0% |
| Somali | 18 | 0.0% |
| South African | 109 | 0.0% |
| South American | 2,162 | 0.3% |
| South American Indian | 58 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 449 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 394 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 982 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 12,864 | 1.9% |
| Swedish | 1,633 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 915 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 209 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 4,255 | 0.6% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Turkish | 120 | 0.0% |
| Ugandan | 40 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 306 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 670 | 0.1% |
| Vietnamese | 129 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 2,781 | 0.4% |
| West Indian | 388 | 0.1% |
| Yugoslavian | 30 | 0.0% | View All 140 Rows |
Immigrants in Jefferson County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jefferson County came from Latin America (12,515 | 1.9%), Central America (9,903 | 1.5%), Asia (8,572 | 1.3%), Mexico (7,543 | 1.1%), and South Central Asia (3,763 | 0.6%), together accounting for 6.3% of all Jefferson County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 2,132 | 0.3% |
| Argentina | 117 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 8,572 | 1.3% |
| Australia | 119 | 0.0% |
| Austria | 3 | 0.0% |
| Bahamas | 29 | 0.0% |
| Bangladesh | 232 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 9 | 0.0% |
| Belize | 21 | 0.0% |
| Bolivia | 37 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 452 | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | 41 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 424 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 605 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 9,903 | 1.5% |
| Chile | 149 | 0.0% |
| China | 1,895 | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 343 | 0.1% |
| Congo | 48 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rica | 46 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 90 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakia | 47 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 60 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 943 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2,714 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 825 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 104 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 656 | 0.1% |
| England | 248 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 77 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 2,530 | 0.4% |
| France | 87 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 563 | 0.1% |
| Greece | 12 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 690 | 0.1% |
| Guyana | 111 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 64 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 787 | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | 9 | 0.0% |
| Hungary | 74 | 0.0% |
| India | 2,531 | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | 28 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 40 | 0.0% |
| Iraq | 33 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 14 | 0.0% |
| Israel | 154 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 84 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 311 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 229 | 0.0% |
| Jordan | 19 | 0.0% |
| Kazakhstan | 13 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 808 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 590 | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | 104 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 12,515 | 1.9% |
| Latvia | 36 | 0.0% |
| Lebanon | 77 | 0.0% |
| Liberia | 18 | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 69 | 0.0% |
| Malaysia | 285 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 7,543 | 1.1% |
| Middle Africa | 48 | 0.0% |
| Moldova | 111 | 0.0% |
| Nepal | 294 | 0.0% |
| Netherlands | 43 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 58 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 406 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 104 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 748 | 0.1% |
| Norway | 54 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 185 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 653 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 45 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 189 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 549 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 17 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 265 | 0.0% |
| Saudi Arabia | 32 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 96 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leone | 183 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 77 | 0.0% |
| South America | 2,007 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 3,763 | 0.6% |
| South Eastern Asia | 1,357 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 228 | 0.0% |
| Spain | 132 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 24 | 0.0% |
| Syria | 33 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 243 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 89 | 0.0% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 28 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 83 | 0.0% |
| Uganda | 48 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 57 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 602 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 390 | 0.1% |
| West Indies | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 939 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 653 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 729 | 0.1% |
| Yemen | 58 | 0.0% | View All 103 Rows |
Sex and Age in Jefferson County
Sex and Age in Jefferson County
The most populous age groups in Jefferson County are 25 to 29 Years (23,249 | 7.3%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (24,845 | 7.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 21,160 (6.6%) | 20,304 (5.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 21,929 (6.9%) | 20,675 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 21,688 (6.8%) | 21,280 (6.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 21,842 (6.8%) | 22,200 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 21,277 (6.7%) | 22,600 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 23,249 (7.3%) | 24,712 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 22,878 (7.2%) | 24,845 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 20,637 (6.5%) | 22,873 (6.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 20,552 (6.4%) | 22,268 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 19,354 (6.0%) | 20,755 (5.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 19,313 (6.0%) | 20,766 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 19,305 (6.0%) | 21,627 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 20,534 (6.4%) | 23,891 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 18,180 (5.7%) | 20,443 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 11,753 (3.7%) | 15,997 (4.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 7,096 (2.2%) | 10,319 (2.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 4,730 (1.5%) | 8,168 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 4,236 (1.3%) | 8,829 (2.5%) |
| Total | 319,713 (100.0%) | 352,552 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Jefferson County
Median Family Size in Jefferson County
The median family size in Jefferson County is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (42,341 | 26.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.36 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (11,235 | 6.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.04 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 108,651 (67.0%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 11,235 (6.9%) | 3.04 |
| Single Female/Mother | 42,341 (26.1%) | 3.36 |
| Total Families | 162,227 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in Jefferson County
The median household size in Jefferson County is 2.46 persons per household, with single female/mother households (42,341 | 15.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (103,567 | 39.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 108,651 (40.9%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 11,235 (4.2%) | 3.34 |
| Single Female/Mother | 42,341 (15.9%) | 3.52 |
| Non-family | 103,567 (39.0%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 265,794 (100.0%) | 2.46 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jefferson County
Out of a total of 265,794 households in Jefferson County, 162,227 (61.0%) are family households, while 103,567 (39.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 73,399, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 89,464.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 89,464 (33.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 73,399 (27.6%) | 11,939 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 39,201 (14.7%) | 1,521 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 31,232 (11.7%) | 394 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 12,689 (4.8%) | 210 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 3,840 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 1,866 (0.7%) | 39 (0.0%) |
| Total | 162,227 (61.0%) | 103,567 (39.0%) |
Female Fertility in Jefferson County
Fertility by Age in Jefferson County
Average fertility rate in Jefferson County is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 140 (1.7%) | 6.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 6,207 (74.5%) | 86.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 1,990 (23.9%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 8,337 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jefferson County
67.3% of women with births (8,337) in Jefferson County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 77.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 13.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 31 (22.1%) | 109 (77.9%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 3,855 (62.1%) | 2,352 (37.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 1,729 (86.9%) | 261 (13.1%) |
| Total | 5,611 (67.3%) | 2,726 (32.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Jefferson County
Average fertility rate in Jefferson County is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 76.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 29.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 548 (6.6%) | 24.0 |
| High School Diploma | 1,655 (19.9%) | 51.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 2,483 (29.8%) | 50.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 1,857 (22.3%) | 50.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 1,794 (21.5%) | 76.0 |
| Total | 8,337 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jefferson County
32.7% of women with births in Jefferson County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 94.4% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 69.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 168 (30.7%) | 380 (69.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 636 (38.4%) | 1,019 (61.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 1,458 (58.7%) | 1,025 (41.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 1,753 (94.4%) | 104 (5.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,600 (89.2%) | 194 (10.8%) |
| Total | 5,611 (67.3%) | 2,726 (32.7%) |
Income in Jefferson County
Income Overview in Jefferson County
Per Capita Income in Jefferson County is $38,224, while median incomes of families and households are $83,299 and $63,595 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 672,265 | $38,224 |
| Median Family Income | 162,227 | $83,299 |
| Mean Family Income | 162,227 | $117,032 |
| Median Household Income | 265,794 | $63,595 |
| Mean Household Income | 265,794 | $93,745 |
| Income Deficit | 162,227 | $11,272 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 672,265 | 26.56% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 672,265 | 73.44¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 672,265 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Jefferson County
Average Earnings in Jefferson County are $40,164, $46,991 for men and $34,510 for women, a difference of 26.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 171,497 (50.0%) | $46,991 |
| Female | 171,505 (50.0%) | $34,510 |
| Total | 343,002 (100.0%) | $40,164 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jefferson County
The most common earnings brackets in Jefferson County are $100,000+ for men (31,422 | 18.3%) and $100,000+ for women (13,873 | 8.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 7,928 (4.6%) | 10,085 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 4,897 (2.9%) | 7,388 (4.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 5,110 (3.0%) | 6,605 (3.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 3,354 (2.0%) | 5,478 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 4,130 (2.4%) | 6,343 (3.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 3,968 (2.3%) | 5,637 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 5,106 (3.0%) | 5,813 (3.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 4,097 (2.4%) | 5,182 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 4,295 (2.5%) | 5,064 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 4,601 (2.7%) | 6,459 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 8,516 (5.0%) | 12,046 (7.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 10,202 (5.9%) | 10,928 (6.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 8,078 (4.7%) | 9,592 (5.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 7,186 (4.2%) | 8,335 (4.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 7,851 (4.6%) | 8,548 (5.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 7,670 (4.5%) | 7,827 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 13,185 (7.7%) | 12,965 (7.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 10,852 (6.3%) | 9,936 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 19,049 (11.1%) | 13,401 (7.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 31,422 (18.3%) | 13,873 (8.1%) |
| Total | 171,497 (100.0%) | 171,505 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jefferson County
Average earnings in Jefferson County are $54,905 for men and $40,051 for women, a difference of 27.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $91,865, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,584. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,058, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,649.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $30,584 | $19,649 |
| High School Diploma | $41,192 | $27,726 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,295 | $34,012 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $76,791 | $50,848 |
| Graduate Degree | $91,865 | $65,058 |
| Total | $54,905 | $40,051 |
Family Income in Jefferson County
Family Income Brackets in Jefferson County
According to the Jefferson County family income data, there are 29,201 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4,218 families (2.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 6,489 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4,218 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8,436 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10,869 | 6.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 17,521 | 10.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 25,470 | 15.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 21,090 | 13.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 29,201 | 18.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 16,709 | 10.3% |
| $200,000+ | 22,225 | 13.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jefferson County
4-person families (29,478 | 18.2%) account for the highest median family income in Jefferson County with $110,824 per family, while 2-person families (78,688 | 48.5%) have the highest median income of $36,926 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 78,688 (48.5%) | $73,853 |
| 3-Person Families | 37,213 (22.9%) | $83,815 |
| 4-Person Families | 29,478 (18.2%) | $110,824 |
| 5-Person Families | 11,883 (7.3%) | $92,611 |
| 6-Person Families | 3,262 (2.0%) | $108,625 |
| 7+ Person Families | 1,703 (1.1%) | $91,503 |
| Total | 162,227 (100.0%) | $83,299 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Jefferson County
The median family income in Jefferson County is $83,299, with families comprising 3+ earners (14,574) having the highest median family income of $138,517, while families with no earners (25,340) have the lowest median family income of $44,959, accounting for 9.0% and 15.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 25,340 (15.6%) | $44,959 |
| 1 Earner | 55,439 (34.2%) | $57,742 |
| 2 Earners | 66,874 (41.2%) | $116,374 |
| 3+ Earners | 14,574 (9.0%) | $138,517 |
| Total | 162,227 (100.0%) | $83,299 |
Household Income in Jefferson County
Household Income Brackets in Jefferson County
With 44,388 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Jefferson County, accounting for 16.7% of all households. In contrast, only 13,290 households (5.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 17,542 | 6.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13,290 | 5.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 22,858 | 8.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 22,327 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 31,629 | 11.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 44,388 | 16.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 32,161 | 12.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 37,477 | 14.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 19,403 | 7.3% |
| $200,000+ | 24,719 | 9.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Jefferson County
The median household income in Jefferson County is $63,595, with the highest median household income of $75,218 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 95,703 households (36.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,795, with 10,590 households (4.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 10,590 (4.0%) | $29,795 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 88,112 (33.2%) | $68,594 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 95,703 (36.0%) | $75,218 |
| 65+ Years | 71,389 (26.9%) | $49,663 |
| Total | 265,794 (100.0%) | $63,595 |
Poverty in Jefferson County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson County
With 14.2% poverty level for males and 17.4% for females among the residents of Jefferson County, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,319 males (29.2%) and 7,883 females (29.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5,179 (25.1%) | 4,186 (21.1%) |
| 5 Years | 1,319 (29.2%) | 1,055 (24.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 5,503 (21.3%) | 5,801 (23.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2,460 (19.5%) | 2,887 (23.1%) |
| 15 Years | 1,114 (27.2%) | 632 (18.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1,743 (20.3%) | 1,908 (21.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 4,932 (18.1%) | 7,883 (29.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 5,222 (11.5%) | 8,880 (18.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,203 (10.3%) | 6,443 (14.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,334 (8.7%) | 5,308 (12.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,247 (13.4%) | 6,230 (13.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,076 (10.5%) | 4,511 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 965 (6.2%) | 3,873 (15.0%) |
| Total | 44,297 (14.2%) | 59,597 (17.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jefferson County
According to the poverty statistics in Jefferson County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.8% of males and 87.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15,427 (74.9%) | 15,690 (78.9%) |
| 5 Years | 3,199 (70.8%) | 3,294 (75.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 20,293 (78.7%) | 18,540 (76.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 10,151 (80.5%) | 9,628 (76.9%) |
| 15 Years | 2,979 (72.8%) | 2,810 (81.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 6,834 (79.7%) | 7,094 (78.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 22,261 (81.9%) | 18,595 (70.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 40,228 (88.5%) | 40,574 (82.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 36,456 (89.7%) | 38,522 (85.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 34,826 (91.3%) | 36,097 (87.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 33,862 (86.6%) | 39,103 (86.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26,281 (89.5%) | 31,464 (87.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14,536 (93.8%) | 21,868 (85.0%) |
| Total | 267,333 (85.8%) | 283,279 (82.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jefferson County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Jefferson County show that 4.1% or 4,420 of the total 108,651 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.4%, comprising of 653 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 2,141 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 62,040 (96.7%) | 2,141 (3.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 34,725 (95.6%) | 1,603 (4.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 7,163 (91.6%) | 653 (8.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 303 (92.9%) | 23 (7.1%) |
| Total | 104,231 (95.9%) | 4,420 (4.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jefferson County
According to the poverty data in Jefferson County, 15.4% or 1,734 single-father households and 27.5% or 11,640 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 221 households (31.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 369 households (76.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 522 (9.2%) | 1,990 (11.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 982 (20.3%) | 6,253 (32.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 221 (31.5%) | 3,028 (63.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (15.0%) | 369 (76.6%) |
| Total | 1,734 (15.4%) | 11,640 (27.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jefferson County
The poverty data for Jefferson County shows that 4,420 of the married-couple family households (4.1%) and 13,374 of the single-parent households (25.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 653 households (8.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 378 household (69.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 2,141 (3.3%) | 2,512 (10.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,603 (4.4%) | 7,235 (30.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 653 (8.4%) | 3,249 (59.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 23 (7.1%) | 378 (69.7%) |
| Total | 4,420 (4.1%) | 13,374 (25.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Jefferson County
Employment by Class of Employer in Jefferson County
Among the 306,222 employed individuals in Jefferson County, private company employees (205,902 | 67.2%), not-for-profit organizations (28,410 | 9.3%), and local government employees (21,597 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 205,902 | 67.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 11,429 | 3.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 12,613 | 4.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 28,410 | 9.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 21,597 | 7.0% |
| State Government Employees | 16,972 | 5.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 8,865 | 2.9% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 434 | 0.1% |
| Total | 306,222 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Jefferson County
According to the labor force statistics for Jefferson County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (537,683), 61.3% or 329,600 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 17,798 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 83.6% or 40,095 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.7% or 2,000 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 12,737 (34.9%) | 2,000 (15.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 31,548 (71.9%) | 2,902 (9.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 40,095 (83.6%) | 2,566 (6.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 39,467 (82.7%) | 2,210 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 69,064 (80.0%) | 3,660 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 64,792 (80.8%) | 2,333 (3.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 29,389 (71.8%) | 999 (3.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 22,124 (49.8%) | 442 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17,191 (25.9%) | 653 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,167 (7.3%) | 54 (1.7%) |
| Total | 329,600 (61.3%) | 17,798 (5.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jefferson County
According to labor force statistics for Jefferson County, 76.2% of individuals (264,840) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (347,559) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 12,183 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 86.3% or 113,059 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 1,716 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 15,055 (52.8%) | 3,251 (11.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 57,384 (67.4%) | 5,534 (6.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 79,334 (77.1%) | 5,659 (5.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 113,059 (86.3%) | 2,751 (2.1%) |
| Total | 264,840 (76.2%) | 15,988 (4.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Jefferson County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jefferson County are Community & Social Service (36,160 | 11.6%), Management (31,175 | 10.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (27,320 | 8.8%), Health Technologists (20,129 | 6.5%), and Business & Financial (19,844 | 6.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jefferson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (71.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.0%), Education Instruction & Library (71.6%), and Health Technologists (71.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 17,466 (56.0%) | 13,709 (44.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 8,663 (43.7%) | 11,181 (56.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 11,885 (71.4%) | 4,759 (28.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5,810 (69.6%) | 2,534 (30.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 4,378 (83.0%) | 897 (17.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 1,697 (56.1%) | 1,328 (43.9%) |
| Community & Social Service | 12,931 (35.8%) | 23,229 (64.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 2,202 (34.9%) | 4,109 (65.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 2,910 (53.4%) | 2,542 (46.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 5,366 (28.4%) | 13,523 (71.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 2,453 (44.5%) | 3,055 (55.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 7,105 (26.0%) | 20,215 (74.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 5,808 (28.8%) | 14,321 (71.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 58,050 (44.3%) | 73,093 (55.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 156,118 (50.2%) | 155,075 (49.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Jefferson County are Food Preparation & Serving (16,928 | 5.4%), Healthcare Support (9,495 | 3.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (9,406 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (7,244 | 2.3%), and Personal Care & Service (6,697 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Jefferson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (75.6%), Security & Protection (73.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (72.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.8%), Personal Care & Service (76.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 1,154 (12.1%) | 8,341 (87.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 5,345 (73.8%) | 1,899 (26.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 3,126 (72.6%) | 1,182 (27.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 2,219 (75.6%) | 717 (24.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 8,354 (49.3%) | 8,574 (50.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 5,684 (60.4%) | 3,722 (39.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 1,574 (23.5%) | 5,123 (76.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 22,111 (44.4%) | 27,659 (55.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 156,118 (50.2%) | 155,075 (49.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jefferson County are Office & Administration (34,690 | 11.2%), and Sales & Related (30,764 | 9.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 14,687 (47.7%) | 16,077 (52.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 7,678 (22.1%) | 27,012 (77.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 22,365 (34.2%) | 43,089 (65.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 156,118 (50.2%) | 155,075 (49.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jefferson County are Construction & Extraction (11,481 | 3.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9,610 | 3.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (644 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 478 (74.2%) | 166 (25.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 11,165 (97.3%) | 316 (2.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 9,102 (94.7%) | 508 (5.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 20,745 (95.5%) | 990 (4.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 156,118 (50.2%) | 155,075 (49.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jefferson County are Production (17,130 | 5.5%), Material Moving (14,458 | 4.6%), and Transportation (11,503 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 12,249 (71.5%) | 4,881 (28.5%) |
| Transportation | 9,822 (85.4%) | 1,681 (14.6%) |
| Material Moving | 10,776 (74.5%) | 3,682 (25.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 32,847 (76.2%) | 10,244 (23.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 156,118 (50.2%) | 155,075 (49.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Jefferson County
Employment Industries in Jefferson County
The major employment industries in Jefferson County include Health Care & Social Assistance (51,860 | 16.7%), Retail Trade (34,019 | 10.9%), Manufacturing (28,853 | 9.3%), Educational Services (28,216 | 9.1%), and Finance & Insurance (21,850 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jefferson County
The Jefferson County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (92.5%), Construction (91.7%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (82.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.0%), Educational Services (67.2%), and Enterprise Management (62.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 627 (92.5%) | 51 (7.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 848 (82.1%) | 185 (17.9%) |
| Construction | 15,062 (91.7%) | 1,367 (8.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 21,053 (73.0%) | 7,800 (27.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 6,546 (77.2%) | 1,933 (22.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 16,917 (49.7%) | 17,102 (50.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 10,460 (72.6%) | 3,952 (27.4%) |
| Utilities | 2,880 (61.4%) | 1,813 (38.6%) |
| Information | 3,090 (57.5%) | 2,282 (42.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 8,529 (39.0%) | 13,321 (61.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 3,077 (57.3%) | 2,297 (42.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 11,981 (55.9%) | 9,452 (44.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 190 (37.4%) | 318 (62.6%) |
| Administrative & Support | 7,668 (61.6%) | 4,780 (38.4%) |
| Educational Services | 9,252 (32.8%) | 18,964 (67.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 10,913 (21.0%) | 40,947 (79.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 2,729 (56.2%) | 2,123 (43.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 10,372 (48.3%) | 11,112 (51.7%) |
| Public Administration | 6,957 (49.6%) | 7,060 (50.4%) |
| Total | 156,118 (50.2%) | 155,075 (49.8%) |
Education in Jefferson County
School Enrollment in Jefferson County
The most common levels of schooling among the 164,912 students in Jefferson County are college / undergraduate (34,136 | 20.7%), high school (33,645 | 20.4%), and elementary school (33,100 | 20.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 11,099 | 6.7% |
| Kindergarten | 8,853 | 5.4% |
| Elementary School | 33,100 | 20.1% |
| Middle School | 32,375 | 19.6% |
| High School | 33,645 | 20.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 34,136 | 20.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 11,704 | 7.1% |
| Total | 164,912 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jefferson County
Out of a total of 164,912 students who are enrolled in schools in Jefferson County, 29,684 (18.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 135,228 (82.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4,623 (54.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 21,130 (89.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 3,927 (45.9%) | 4,623 (54.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 34,123 (85.7%) | 5,712 (14.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 35,930 (88.1%) | 4,844 (11.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 21,130 (89.4%) | 2,517 (10.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 12,215 (83.0%) | 2,504 (17.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 13,392 (73.1%) | 4,937 (26.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 7,277 (78.1%) | 2,042 (21.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 7,233 (74.3%) | 2,506 (25.7%) |
| Total | 135,228 (82.0%) | 29,684 (18.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jefferson County
Business (41,418 | 23.7%), science & technology (19,905 | 11.4%), education (19,357 | 11.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (12,142 | 6.9%), and arts & humanities (11,844 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 174,990 individuals in Jefferson County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 6,215 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 12,142 | 6.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 4,891 | 2.8% |
| Psychology | 8,525 | 4.9% |
| Social Sciences | 9,989 | 5.7% |
| Engineering | 9,571 | 5.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 952 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 19,905 | 11.4% |
| Business | 41,418 | 23.7% |
| Education | 19,357 | 11.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 7,088 | 4.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 8,427 | 4.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 6,205 | 3.5% |
| Communications | 8,461 | 4.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 11,844 | 6.8% |
| Total | 174,990 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Jefferson County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jefferson County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jefferson County are males with 2 vehicles (66,388, accounting for 43.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (58,855, making up 44.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 3,388 (2.2%) | 3,397 (2.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 26,409 (17.2%) | 38,828 (25.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 66,388 (43.2%) | 58,855 (39.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 36,874 (24.0%) | 30,853 (20.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 13,674 (8.9%) | 11,368 (7.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 6,882 (4.5%) | 6,684 (4.5%) |
| Total | 153,615 (100.0%) | 149,985 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Jefferson County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jefferson County are 20 to 24 minutes (53,208 commuters, 19.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (49,898 commuters, 17.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (47,331 commuters, 16.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 5,487 | 2.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 19,037 | 6.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 35,146 | 12.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 49,898 | 17.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 53,208 | 19.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 22,951 | 8.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 47,331 | 16.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 9,588 | 3.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 7,765 | 2.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 17,095 | 6.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 7,489 | 2.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 4,787 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Jefferson County
The most common commute times in Jefferson County are 20 to 24 minutes (26,754 commuters, 18.8%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (26,454 commuters, 19.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 2,831 (2.0%) | 2,656 (1.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 9,555 (6.7%) | 9,482 (6.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 17,157 (12.0%) | 17,989 (13.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 23,753 (16.6%) | 26,145 (19.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 26,754 (18.8%) | 26,454 (19.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 11,663 (8.2%) | 11,288 (8.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 24,380 (17.1%) | 22,951 (16.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 4,824 (3.4%) | 4,764 (3.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 4,305 (3.0%) | 3,460 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 9,334 (6.5%) | 7,761 (5.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4,829 (3.4%) | 2,660 (1.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3,334 (2.3%) | 1,453 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jefferson County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Jefferson County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (21,240, 14.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (22,851, 16.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 9,387 (6.6%) | 4,320 (3.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 7,723 (5.4%) | 3,953 (2.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 7,703 (5.4%) | 4,061 (3.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 13,676 (9.6%) | 10,721 (7.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 13,183 (9.2%) | 13,901 (10.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 21,240 (14.9%) | 22,851 (16.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 16,129 (11.3%) | 18,564 (13.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 17,480 (12.2%) | 19,909 (14.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 5,835 (4.1%) | 6,748 (4.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 8,585 (6.0%) | 9,759 (7.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 2,400 (1.7%) | 3,179 (2.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 1,356 (0.9%) | 1,856 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 8,625 (6.0%) | 8,823 (6.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 9,397 (6.6%) | 8,418 (6.1%) |
| Total | 142,719 (100.0%) | 137,063 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Jefferson County
Occupancy by Ownership in Jefferson County
Of the total 265,794 dwellings in Jefferson County, owner-occupied units account for 170,356 (64.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 95,438 (35.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 170,356 | 64.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 95,438 | 35.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 265,794 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Jefferson County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 89,464 | 33.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 85,338 | 32.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 40,722 | 15.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 50,270 | 18.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 265,794 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jefferson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 46,352 (51.8%) | 43,112 (48.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 60,399 (70.8%) | 24,939 (29.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 27,235 (66.9%) | 13,487 (33.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 36,370 (72.4%) | 13,900 (27.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 170,356 (64.1%) | 95,438 (35.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jefferson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 9,757 (49.5%) | 9,949 (50.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 34,558 (55.9%) | 27,241 (44.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 49,685 (60.7%) | 32,147 (39.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 76,356 (74.5%) | 26,101 (25.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jefferson County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 54,544 | 20.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 44,158 | 16.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 45,828 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 49,875 | 18.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42,518 | 16.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 19,794 | 7.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 9,077 | 3.4% |
| Total | 265,794 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Jefferson County
Median Income by Occupancy in Jefferson County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 170,356 (64.1%) | $82,845 |
| Renter-Occupied | 95,438 (35.9%) | $38,014 |
| Average | 265,794 (100.0%) | $63,595 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jefferson County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 3,651 (2.1%) | 6,322 (6.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 3,046 (1.8%) | 4,403 (4.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4,708 (2.8%) | 8,617 (9.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 4,936 (2.9%) | 6,001 (6.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 5,854 (3.4%) | 6,128 (6.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10,170 (6.0%) | 12,045 (12.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15,891 (9.3%) | 15,766 (16.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 28,203 (16.6%) | 16,310 (17.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 23,297 (13.7%) | 8,744 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 30,042 (17.6%) | 7,420 (7.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 40,558 (23.8%) | 3,682 (3.9%) |
| Total | 170,356 (100.0%) | 95,438 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jefferson County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 10,394 (6.1%) | 2,905 (3.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 25,163 (14.8%) | 5,060 (5.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 27,977 (16.4%) | 13,752 (14.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 15,765 (9.2%) | 15,712 (16.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 35,862 (21.0%) | 36,374 (38.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 25,837 (15.2%) | 11,785 (12.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 12,667 (7.4%) | 2,672 (2.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 7,405 (4.3%) | 883 (0.9%) |
| $3,000 or more | 9,286 (5.4%) | 844 (0.9%) |
| Total | 170,356 (100.0%) | 95,438 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Jefferson County
Housing Structures in Jefferson County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 187,569 | 70.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 7,229 | 2.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 3,722 | 1.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 9,577 | 3.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 15,638 | 5.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 34,706 | 13.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 7,353 | 2.8% |
| Total | 265,794 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jefferson County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 155,986 (83.2%) | 31,583 (16.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 4,569 (63.2%) | 2,660 (36.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 294 (7.9%) | 3,428 (92.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 745 (7.8%) | 8,832 (92.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,214 (7.8%) | 14,424 (92.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2,478 (7.1%) | 32,228 (92.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 5,070 (69.0%) | 2,283 (31.0%) |
| Total | 170,356 (64.1%) | 95,438 (35.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jefferson County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 343 (0.2%) | 3,646 (3.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 2,908 (1.7%) | 17,790 (18.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 35,309 (20.7%) | 46,571 (48.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 69,538 (40.8%) | 21,503 (22.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 62,258 (36.5%) | 5,928 (6.2%) |
| Total | 170,356 (100.0%) | 95,438 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jefferson County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 103,201 (60.6%) | 29,378 (30.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 3,192 (1.9%) | 1,568 (1.6%) |
| Electricity | 62,509 (36.7%) | 63,474 (66.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 111 (0.1%) | 102 (0.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 76 (0.0%) | 4 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 480 (0.3%) | 187 (0.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 787 (0.5%) | 725 (0.8%) |
| Total | 170,356 (100.0%) | 95,438 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Jefferson County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 5,205 (3.1%) | 13,036 (13.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 44,385 (26.1%) | 47,133 (49.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 69,340 (40.7%) | 26,635 (27.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 51,426 (30.2%) | 8,634 (9.0%) |
| Total | 170,356 (100.0%) | 95,438 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Jefferson County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jefferson County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 65,863 | 104,493 |
| Median Property Value | $166,700 | $233,200 |
| Median Household Income | $63,022 | $29,955 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $487 | $9,007 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,056 | $10,840 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jefferson County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 7,295 (11.1%) | 3,025 (2.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 13,481 (20.5%) | 11,651 (11.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 27,822 (42.2%) | 51,988 (49.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 9,383 (14.2%) | 23,823 (22.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 3,478 (5.3%) | 8,360 (8.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 1,933 (2.9%) | 3,158 (3.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 2,471 (3.7%) | 2,488 (2.4%) |
| Total | 65,863 (100.0%) | 104,493 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jefferson County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 3,914 (5.9%) | 1,894 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 8,889 (13.5%) | 2,783 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5,694 (8.6%) | 6,609 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7,595 (11.5%) | 4,476 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 12,581 (19.1%) | 8,296 (7.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8,427 (12.8%) | 15,622 (14.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8,160 (12.4%) | 14,870 (14.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 10,603 (16.1%) | 21,882 (20.9%) |
| Total | 65,863 (100.0%) | 104,493 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jefferson County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 24,956 (37.9%) | 99,199 (94.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 11,759 (17.8%) | 40,028 (38.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 7,879 (12.0%) | 26,780 (25.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 20,271 (30.8%) | 13,889 (13.3%) |
| Total | 65,863 (100.0%) | 104,493 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jefferson County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 19,211 (29.2%) | 665 (0.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 12,029 (18.3%) | 23,663 (22.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 17,961 (27.3%) | 27,684 (26.5%) |
| Total | 65,863 (100.0%) | 104,493 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Jefferson County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 48,980 (97.0%) | 1,543 (3.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 107,372 (96.1%) | 4,348 (3.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 51,075 (83.8%) | 9,847 (16.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 72,324 (84.1%) | 13,683 (15.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 72,854 (85.2%) | 12,670 (14.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 69,984 (88.1%) | 9,434 (11.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 76,534 (90.7%) | 7,832 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64,822 (99.2%) | 510 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and older | 41,065 (99.6%) | 177 (0.4%) |
| Total | 605,010 (91.0%) | 60,044 (9.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jefferson County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 48,980 (97.0%) | 1,543 (3.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 107,372 (96.1%) | 4,348 (3.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 51,075 (83.8%) | 9,847 (16.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jefferson County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 82,885 (84.9%) | 14,784 (15.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 101,855 (86.1%) | 16,505 (13.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 91,229 (89.6%) | 10,633 (10.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 76,114 (91.4%) | 7,150 (8.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 242,118 (96.1%) | 9,785 (3.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jefferson County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 24,166 (47.8%) | 26,226 (51.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 48,340 (43.3%) | 64,282 (57.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 6,520 (10.7%) | 45,740 (75.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 11,216 (13.0%) | 63,837 (74.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 12,178 (14.2%) | 63,653 (74.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10,981 (13.8%) | 61,658 (77.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 20,746 (24.6%) | 62,143 (73.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 61,757 (94.5%) | 36,142 (55.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40,792 (98.9%) | 23,300 (56.5%) |
| Total | 236,696 (35.6%) | 446,981 (67.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jefferson County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 60 (0.3%) | 205 (1.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5,304 (9.4%) | 2,599 (4.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5,597 (7.4%) | 6,188 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16,867 (14.3%) | 22,320 (17.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8,582 (29.2%) | 10,307 (28.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7,457 (48.1%) | 13,851 (53.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jefferson County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 37 (0.2%) | 40 (0.2%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 532 (0.9%) | 254 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 433 (0.6%) | 713 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,255 (2.8%) | 2,938 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,010 (13.7%) | 1,974 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,128 (26.6%) | 4,406 (17.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (0.1%) | 165 (0.8%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 631 (1.1%) | 774 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 665 (0.9%) | 1,822 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,051 (2.6%) | 3,918 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,778 (6.1%) | 2,296 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,098 (7.1%) | 2,489 (9.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4,393 (7.8%) | 1,662 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4,244 (5.6%) | 3,834 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5,631 (4.8%) | 8,396 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,919 (6.5%) | 2,137 (5.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,091 (13.5%) | 4,583 (17.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 596 (1.1%) | 335 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,172 (1.5%) | 1,059 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9,171 (7.8%) | 13,966 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,756 (16.2%) | 7,210 (20.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,294 (27.7%) | 10,106 (39.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 705 (1.3%) | 397 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 770 (1.0%) | 699 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,188 (2.7%) | 4,390 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,617 (5.5%) | 1,870 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,491 (9.6%) | 4,145 (16.1%) |
Technology Access in Jefferson County
Computing Device Access in Jefferson County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 196,036 | 73.8% |
| Smartphone | 233,119 | 87.7% |
| Tablet | 159,089 | 59.9% |
| No Computing Device | 19,352 | 7.3% |
| Total | 265,794 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Jefferson County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 251 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 187,765 | 70.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 34,604 | 13.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 20,711 | 7.8% |
| No Internet | 34,399 | 12.9% |
| Total | 265,794 | 100.0% |
Jefferson County Summary
Jefferson County, Alabama is located in the central part of the state and is the most populous county in the state. It is bordered by Blount County to the north, St. Clair County to the east, Shelby County to the south, and Walker County to the west. The county seat is Birmingham, the largest city in the state.
History
Jefferson County was established in 1819 and named after Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States. The county was originally part of the Mississippi Territory, and was later part of the Alabama Territory. The county was created from parts of Blount, Shelby, and Tuscaloosa counties.
The county was home to several Native American tribes, including the Creek, Cherokee, and Choctaw. The area was also home to the Chickasaw Nation, which was removed from the area in the 1830s.
The county was an important center of the Civil War, with several battles taking place in the area. The Battle of Birmingham was fought in the county in 1865, and the Battle of Oxmoor was fought in the county in 1864.
Geography
Jefferson County covers an area of 867 square miles and is located in the central part of the state. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Black Warrior River and its tributaries. The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Purdy, Lake Pinson, and Lake Logan Martin.
The county is home to several state parks, including Oak Mountain State Park, Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park, and Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve.
Economy
Jefferson County is home to a diverse economy. The county is home to several major industries, including steel production, automotive manufacturing, and healthcare. The county is also home to several major universities, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Samford University, and Miles College.
The county is home to several major corporations, including Regions Financial Corporation, Vulcan Materials Company, and Energen Corporation. The county is also home to several major hospitals, including UAB Hospital, St. Vincent's Birmingham, and Brookwood Baptist Medical Center.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Jefferson County had a population of 658,466. The population was 54.3% White, 42.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,845, and the median income for a family was $54,817. The per capita income for the county was $25,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Jefferson County?
Total Population of Jefferson County is 672,265.
What is the Total Male Population of Jefferson County?
Total Male Population of Jefferson County is 319,713.
What is the Total Female Population of Jefferson County?
Total Female Population of Jefferson County is 352,552.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jefferson County?
There are 90.69 Males per 100 Females in Jefferson County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jefferson County?
There are 110.27 Females per 100 Males in Jefferson County.
What is the Median Population Age in Jefferson County?
Median Population Age in Jefferson County is 37.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jefferson County
Average Family Size in Jefferson County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jefferson County
Average Household Size in Jefferson County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jefferson County?
Per Capita income in Jefferson County is $38,224.
What is the Median Family Income in Jefferson County?
Median Family Income in Jefferson County is $83,299.
What is the Median Household income in Jefferson County?
Median Household Income in Jefferson County is $63,595.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jefferson County?
Income or Wage Gap in Jefferson County is 26.6%.
Women in Jefferson County earn 73.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Jefferson County?
Family Income Deficit in Jefferson County is $11,272.
Families that are below poverty line in Jefferson County earn $11,272 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jefferson County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jefferson County is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jefferson County?
There are 329,600 People in the Labor Forcein in Jefferson County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jefferson County?
61.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Jefferson County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jefferson County?
Unemployment Rate in Jefferson County is 5.4%.