Montgomery County, AL

Montgomery County Overview

228,132
TOTAL POPULATION
107,680
MALE POPULATION
120,452
FEMALE POPULATION
89.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.86
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,769
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,258
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,707
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,817
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
107,683
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Montgomery County Area Codes

Race in Montgomery County

The most populous races in Montgomery County are Black / African American (134,763 | 59.1%), White / Caucasian (74,723 | 32.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (8,597 | 3.8%).
Race in Montgomery County
Race# Population% Population
Asian7,6043.3%
Black / African American134,76359.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific80.0%
Hispanic or Latino8,5973.8%
Native / Alaskan3330.2%
White / Caucasian74,72332.8%
Two or more Races7,5753.3%
Some other Race3,1261.4%
Total228,132100.0%

Ancestry in Montgomery County

The most populous ancestries reported in Montgomery County are American (61,192 | 26.8%), English (13,212 | 5.8%), Irish (8,334 | 3.6%), German (7,260 | 3.2%), and Mexican (4,802 | 2.1%), together accounting for 41.5% of all Montgomery County residents.
Ancestry in Montgomery County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African3,0591.3%
Albanian70.0%
American61,19226.8%
Apache170.0%
Arab3810.2%
Argentinean260.0%
Armenian450.0%
Austrian420.0%
Barbadian130.0%
Belgian520.0%
Belizean120.0%
Bermudan260.0%
Bhutanese2680.1%
Blackfeet480.0%
Bolivian90.0%
Brazilian560.0%
British8600.4%
Burmese3,4671.5%
Cajun250.0%
Canadian3380.2%
Celtic450.0%
Central American1,9390.9%
Central American Indian1120.1%
Cherokee3440.2%
Chickasaw40.0%
Chilean150.0%
Chippewa280.0%
Choctaw280.0%
Colombian290.0%
Creek1530.1%
Croatian50.0%
Cuban1920.1%
Czech670.0%
Danish830.0%
Dominican820.0%
Dutch5160.2%
Eastern European1720.1%
Ecuadorian440.0%
Egyptian120.0%
English13,2125.8%
Ethiopian230.0%
European2,2161.0%
Filipino1380.1%
Finnish550.0%
French1,5580.7%
French Canadian2450.1%
German7,2603.2%
Greek1220.1%
Guatemalan1,5220.7%
Guyanese70.0%
Haitian3280.1%
Honduran2560.1%
Hungarian2250.1%
Indian (Asian)1,1240.5%
Indonesian120.0%
Iranian230.0%
Irish8,3343.6%
Iroquois110.0%
Italian1,7710.8%
Jamaican2960.1%
Kenyan1620.1%
Korean5590.3%
Laotian70.0%
Latvian590.0%
Lebanese2320.1%
Liberian1000.0%
Lithuanian660.0%
Malaysian2030.1%
Mexican4,8022.1%
Moroccan280.0%
Native Hawaiian190.0%
Navajo10.0%
Nicaraguan40.0%
Nigerian5020.2%
Northern European1300.1%
Norwegian4220.2%
Pakistani1200.1%
Palestinian60.0%
Panamanian770.0%
Pennsylvania German100.0%
Peruvian250.0%
Polish1,1130.5%
Portuguese1980.1%
Puerto Rican7680.3%
Romanian130.0%
Russian2290.1%
Salvadoran800.0%
Samoan180.0%
Scandinavian2080.1%
Scotch-Irish1,6450.7%
Scottish2,2711.0%
Seminole60.0%
Serbian140.0%
Sioux190.0%
Slovak750.0%
Slovene430.0%
South American2300.1%
South American Indian500.0%
Spaniard2950.1%
Spanish1300.1%
Sri Lankan7770.3%
Subsaharan African3,8381.7%
Swedish3290.1%
Swiss1830.1%
Syrian160.0%
Thai1,2710.6%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian380.0%
Turkish740.0%
U.S. Virgin Islander80.0%
Ugandan120.0%
Ukrainian1260.1%
Uruguayan190.0%
Venezuelan630.0%
Vietnamese2180.1%
Welsh3420.2%
West Indian670.0%
Yugoslavian250.0%
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Immigrants in Montgomery County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Montgomery County came from Asia (5,975 | 2.6%), Eastern Asia (3,458 | 1.5%), Latin America (3,016 | 1.3%), Central America (2,574 | 1.1%), and Korea (2,511 | 1.1%), together accounting for 7.7% of all Montgomery County residents.
Immigrants in Montgomery County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa9130.4%
Argentina140.0%
Asia5,9752.6%
Bangladesh1830.1%
Barbados130.0%
Belgium120.0%
Bolivia90.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina90.0%
Brazil300.0%
Canada2410.1%
Caribbean2200.1%
Central America2,5741.1%
China7820.3%
Colombia390.0%
Congo20.0%
Cuba600.0%
Denmark180.0%
Dominican Republic90.0%
Eastern Africa810.0%
Eastern Asia3,4581.5%
Eastern Europe1520.1%
Ecuador270.0%
El Salvador360.0%
England1560.1%
Ethiopia210.0%
Europe8630.4%
France100.0%
Germany3800.2%
Ghana150.0%
Guatemala6940.3%
Haiti450.0%
Honduras2140.1%
India7890.4%
Indonesia80.0%
Iran160.0%
Ireland240.0%
Italy10.0%
Jamaica520.0%
Japan1650.1%
Korea2,5111.1%
Laos1110.1%
Latin America3,0161.3%
Latvia290.0%
Lebanon1090.1%
Liberia1000.0%
Malaysia670.0%
Mexico1,5780.7%
Middle Africa20.0%
Nepal2690.1%
Netherlands60.0%
Nigeria2530.1%
Northern Africa1540.1%
Northern Europe3010.1%
Norway120.0%
Oceania110.0%
Pakistan1950.1%
Panama520.0%
Peru10.0%
Philippines3190.1%
Romania130.0%
Russia670.0%
Saudi Arabia90.0%
Scotland180.0%
South Africa370.0%
South America2220.1%
South Central Asia1,4520.6%
South Eastern Asia9220.4%
Southern Europe20.0%
Spain10.0%
Sudan1140.1%
Sweden130.0%
Taiwan1510.1%
Thailand860.0%
Trinidad and Tobago270.0%
Turkey250.0%
Uganda120.0%
Ukraine10.0%
Uruguay160.0%
Venezuela860.0%
Vietnam3310.2%
West Indies70.0%
Western Africa3760.2%
Western Asia1430.1%
Western Europe4080.2%
Zimbabwe330.0%
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Sex and Age in Montgomery County

Sex and Age in Montgomery County

The most populous age groups in Montgomery County are 15 to 19 Years (7,911 | 7.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (8,397 | 7.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7,759 (7.2%)7,526 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Years7,292 (6.8%)7,556 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Years7,763 (7.2%)7,082 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years7,911 (7.3%)7,493 (6.2%)
20 to 24 Years7,911 (7.3%)8,397 (7.0%)
25 to 29 Years7,751 (7.2%)8,343 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Years7,534 (7.0%)8,392 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years7,007 (6.5%)7,016 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years6,485 (6.0%)8,118 (6.7%)
45 to 49 Years6,045 (5.6%)7,203 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years6,311 (5.9%)7,161 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years6,951 (6.5%)8,161 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years6,189 (5.8%)7,140 (5.9%)
65 to 69 Years5,434 (5.1%)7,278 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years3,966 (3.7%)4,849 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years2,540 (2.4%)3,568 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years1,408 (1.3%)2,366 (2.0%)
85 Years and over1,423 (1.3%)2,803 (2.3%)
Total107,680 (100.0%)120,452 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Montgomery County

Median Family Size in Montgomery County

The median family size in Montgomery County is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (18,584 | 34.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.24 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4,025 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.10 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Montgomery County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple31,462 (58.2%)3.17
Single Male/Father4,025 (7.4%)3.10
Single Female/Mother18,584 (34.4%)3.24
Total Families54,071 (100.0%)3.19

Median Household Size in Montgomery County

The median household size in Montgomery County is 2.45 persons per household, with single male/father households (4,025 | 4.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.45 persons per household. non-family households (35,650 | 39.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Montgomery County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple31,462 (35.1%)3.19
Single Male/Father4,025 (4.5%)3.45
Single Female/Mother18,584 (20.7%)3.40
Non-family35,650 (39.7%)1.20
Total Households89,721 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Montgomery County

Out of a total of 89,721 households in Montgomery County, 54,071 (60.3%) are family households, while 35,650 (39.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 24,438, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 31,156.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Montgomery County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-31,156 (34.7%)
2-Person Households24,438 (27.2%)3,766 (4.2%)
3-Person Households11,958 (13.3%)440 (0.5%)
4-Person Households10,114 (11.3%)181 (0.2%)
5-Person Households5,180 (5.8%)46 (0.1%)
6-Person Households1,380 (1.5%)32 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,001 (1.1%)29 (0.0%)
Total54,071 (60.3%)35,650 (39.7%)

Female Fertility in Montgomery County

Fertility by Age in Montgomery County

Average fertility rate in Montgomery County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 77.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years118 (3.9%)16.0
20 to 34 years2,349 (77.2%)93.0
35 to 50 years574 (18.9%)24.0
Total3,041 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Montgomery County

43.8% of women with births (3,041) in Montgomery County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 91.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 49.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Montgomery County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years10 (8.5%)108 (91.5%)
20 to 34 years1,029 (43.8%)1,320 (56.2%)
35 to 50 years292 (50.9%)282 (49.1%)
Total1,332 (43.8%)1,709 (56.2%)

Fertility by Education in Montgomery County

Average fertility rate in Montgomery County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree 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 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 43.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School306 (10.1%)35.0
High School Diploma637 (20.9%)52.0
College or Associate's Degree1,320 (43.4%)72.0
Bachelor's Degree586 (19.3%)55.0
Graduate Degree192 (6.3%)31.0
Total3,041 (100.0%)54.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Montgomery County

56.2% of women with births in Montgomery County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 67.1% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 69.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School92 (30.1%)214 (69.9%)
High School Diploma232 (36.4%)405 (63.6%)
College or Associate's Degree517 (39.2%)803 (60.8%)
Bachelor's Degree393 (67.1%)193 (32.9%)
Graduate Degree97 (50.5%)95 (49.5%)
Total1,332 (43.8%)1,709 (56.2%)

Income in Montgomery County

Income Overview in Montgomery County

Per Capita Income in Montgomery County is $32,769, while median incomes of families and households are $71,258 and $56,707 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income228,132$32,769
Median Family Income54,071$71,258
Mean Family Income54,071$96,834
Median Household Income89,721$56,707
Mean Household Income89,721$79,962
Income Deficit54,071$11,817
Wage / Income Gap (%)228,13220.03%
Wage / Income Gap ($)228,13279.97¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index228,1320.49

Earnings by Sex in Montgomery County

Average Earnings in Montgomery County are $34,364, $38,917 for men and $31,122 for women, a difference of 20.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Montgomery County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male55,694 (48.9%)$38,917
Female58,204 (51.1%)$31,122
Total113,898 (100.0%)$34,364

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Montgomery County

The most common earnings brackets in Montgomery County are $100,000+ for men (7,678 | 13.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (4,832 | 8.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Montgomery County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,006 (5.4%)3,615 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,830 (3.3%)2,526 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,992 (3.6%)2,583 (4.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,819 (3.3%)1,587 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,712 (3.1%)2,071 (3.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,617 (2.9%)1,988 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,075 (3.7%)1,603 (2.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,974 (3.5%)2,076 (3.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,423 (2.6%)2,744 (4.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,721 (3.1%)2,507 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9993,211 (5.8%)4,832 (8.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9993,171 (5.7%)4,329 (7.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,996 (5.4%)3,518 (6.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,755 (5.0%)3,414 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,9992,762 (5.0%)3,089 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,811 (5.1%)2,268 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9994,049 (7.3%)4,479 (7.7%)
$65,000 to $74,9992,742 (4.9%)2,671 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,350 (7.8%)2,903 (5.0%)
$100,000+7,678 (13.8%)3,401 (5.8%)
Total55,694 (100.0%)58,204 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County

Average earnings in Montgomery County are $45,885 for men and $35,734 for women, a difference of 22.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $97,742, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $25,642. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,210, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,209.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$25,642$22,209
High School Diploma$34,873$27,478
College or Associate's Degree$44,614$31,438
Bachelor's Degree$59,947$43,820
Graduate Degree$97,742$59,210
Total$45,885$35,734

Family Income in Montgomery County

Family Income Brackets in Montgomery County

According to the Montgomery County family income data, there are 10,382 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,676 families (3.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003,2986.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991,6763.1%
$15,000 to $24,9994,3268.0%
$25,000 to $34,9993,7857.0%
$35,000 to $49,9996,00211.1%
$50,000 to $74,9998,70516.1%
$75,000 to $99,9997,30013.5%
$100,000 to $149,99910,38219.2%
$150,000 to $199,9994,4888.3%
$200,000+4,0557.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Montgomery County

7+ person families (809 | 1.5%) account for the highest median family income in Montgomery County with $126,018 per family, while 2-person families (25,894 | 47.9%) have the highest median income of $32,796 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families25,894 (47.9%)$65,591
3-Person Families12,195 (22.6%)$68,832
4-Person Families9,242 (17.1%)$87,268
5-Person Families4,658 (8.6%)$61,935
6-Person Families1,273 (2.4%)$54,288
7+ Person Families809 (1.5%)$126,018
Total54,071 (100.0%)$71,258

Family Income by Number of Earners in Montgomery County

The median family income in Montgomery County is $71,258, with families comprising 3+ earners (4,800) having the highest median family income of $122,431, while families with no earners (8,522) have the lowest median family income of $37,072, accounting for 8.9% and 15.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Montgomery County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners8,522 (15.8%)$37,072
1 Earner21,202 (39.2%)$47,138
2 Earners19,547 (36.1%)$100,866
3+ Earners4,800 (8.9%)$122,431
Total54,071 (100.0%)$71,258

Household Income in Montgomery County

Household Income Brackets in Montgomery County

With 16,060 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Montgomery County, accounting for 17.9% of all households. In contrast, only 4,845 households (5.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006,9987.8%
$10,000 to $14,9995,2945.9%
$15,000 to $24,9998,3449.3%
$25,000 to $34,9998,0759.0%
$35,000 to $49,99911,57412.9%
$50,000 to $74,99916,06017.9%
$75,000 to $99,99910,40811.6%
$100,000 to $149,99912,83014.3%
$150,000 to $199,9995,2045.8%
$200,000+4,8455.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Montgomery County

The median household income in Montgomery County is $56,707, with the highest median household income of $66,555 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 31,933 households (35.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,175, with 3,147 households (3.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Montgomery County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years3,147 (3.5%)$29,175
25 to 44 Years30,717 (34.2%)$54,389
45 to 64 Years31,933 (35.6%)$66,555
65+ Years23,924 (26.7%)$53,120
Total89,721 (100.0%)$56,707

Poverty in Montgomery County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County

With 17.7% poverty level for males and 21.2% for females among the residents of Montgomery County, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3,016 males (32.8%) and 594 females (45.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,261 (30.3%)2,445 (33.2%)
5 Years286 (21.8%)594 (45.7%)
6 to 11 Years3,016 (32.8%)2,430 (28.0%)
12 to 14 Years906 (21.4%)1,216 (30.2%)
15 Years306 (24.4%)411 (34.2%)
16 and 17 Years840 (27.3%)612 (19.7%)
18 to 24 Years1,504 (16.1%)3,157 (32.6%)
25 to 34 Years2,558 (17.5%)4,143 (24.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,239 (9.5%)2,893 (19.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,541 (12.9%)2,074 (14.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,708 (13.7%)2,286 (15.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,255 (13.7%)1,331 (11.1%)
75 Years and over637 (12.5%)1,228 (14.7%)
Total18,057 (17.7%)24,820 (21.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County

According to the poverty statistics in Montgomery County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 90.5% of males and 88.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5,211 (69.7%)4,920 (66.8%)
5 Years1,025 (78.2%)707 (54.3%)
6 to 11 Years6,185 (67.2%)6,259 (72.0%)
12 to 14 Years3,324 (78.6%)2,815 (69.8%)
15 Years948 (75.6%)791 (65.8%)
16 and 17 Years2,235 (72.7%)2,501 (80.3%)
18 to 24 Years7,843 (83.9%)6,518 (67.4%)
25 to 34 Years12,040 (82.5%)12,506 (75.1%)
35 to 44 Years11,742 (90.5%)12,198 (80.8%)
45 to 54 Years10,370 (87.1%)12,241 (85.5%)
55 to 64 Years10,798 (86.3%)12,952 (85.0%)
65 to 74 Years7,911 (86.3%)10,708 (88.9%)
75 Years and over4,464 (87.5%)7,142 (85.3%)
Total84,096 (82.3%)92,258 (78.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Montgomery County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Montgomery County show that 4.3% or 1,341 of the total 31,462 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 13.7%, comprising of 313 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 326 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Montgomery County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children18,231 (96.4%)674 (3.6%)
1 or 2 Children9,533 (96.7%)326 (3.3%)
3 or 4 Children1,979 (86.3%)313 (13.7%)
5 or more Children378 (93.1%)28 (6.9%)
Total30,121 (95.7%)1,341 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Montgomery County

According to the poverty data in Montgomery County, 24.1% or 972 single-father households and 34.9% or 6,478 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 187 households (63.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 219 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Montgomery County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children107 (6.6%)959 (16.0%)
1 or 2 Children678 (32.2%)3,535 (37.5%)
3 or 4 Children187 (63.2%)1,765 (59.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)219 (100.0%)
Total972 (24.1%)6,478 (34.9%)

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

The poverty data for Montgomery County shows that 1,341 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 7,450 of the single-parent households (33.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 313 households (13.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 219 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Montgomery County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children674 (3.6%)1,066 (14.0%)
1 or 2 Children326 (3.3%)4,213 (36.5%)
3 or 4 Children313 (13.7%)1,952 (60.2%)
5 or more Children28 (6.9%)219 (100.0%)
Total1,341 (4.3%)7,450 (33.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Montgomery County

Employment by Class of Employer in Montgomery County

Among the 98,021 employed individuals in Montgomery County, private company employees (59,450 | 60.7%), state government employees (9,708 | 9.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (8,136 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Montgomery County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees59,45060.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,9173.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4,5304.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations8,1368.3%
Local Government Employees6,5096.6%
State Government Employees9,7089.9%
Federal Government Employees6,7426.9%
Unpaid Family Workers290.0%
Total98,021100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Montgomery County

According to the labor force statistics for Montgomery County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (180,677), 59.6% or 107,683 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.8% or 7,322 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.7% or 13,632 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.0% or 1,571 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years3,801 (29.4%)490 (12.9%)
20 to 24 Years11,220 (68.8%)1,571 (14.0%)
25 to 29 Years13,632 (84.7%)1,677 (12.3%)
30 to 34 Years12,566 (78.9%)741 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years22,300 (77.9%)1,226 (5.5%)
45 to 54 Years20,548 (76.9%)801 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years9,913 (65.6%)406 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years6,731 (50.5%)135 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years5,791 (26.9%)266 (4.6%)
75 Years and over1,270 (9.0%)6 (0.5%)
Total107,683 (59.6%)7,322 (6.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County

According to labor force statistics for Montgomery County, 74.0% of individuals (85,697) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (115,807) are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 4,970 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 84.0% or 33,156 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 663 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School5,816 (44.6%)1,487 (11.4%)
High School Diploma20,504 (70.6%)2,410 (8.3%)
College / Associate Degree26,239 (76.6%)1,541 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher33,156 (84.0%)1,658 (4.2%)
Total85,697 (74.0%)6,717 (5.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Montgomery County are Community & Social Service (11,646 | 11.8%), Management (9,623 | 9.8%), Education Instruction & Library (6,942 | 7.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (5,258 | 5.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (5,108 | 5.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Montgomery County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Montgomery County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (64.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (59.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.4%), Education Instruction & Library (76.3%), and Health Technologists (71.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management4,767 (49.5%)4,856 (50.5%)
Business & Financial1,673 (34.1%)3,238 (65.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,285 (64.3%)1,823 (35.7%)
Computers & Mathematics1,772 (59.3%)1,214 (40.7%)
Architecture & Engineering1,176 (85.5%)200 (14.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science337 (45.2%)409 (54.8%)
Community & Social Service 3,781 (32.5%)7,865 (67.5%)
Education, Arts & Media853 (37.7%)1,408 (62.3%)
Legal Services & Support789 (58.9%)550 (41.1%)
Education Instruction & Library1,644 (23.7%)5,298 (76.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment495 (44.8%)609 (55.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,082 (20.6%)4,176 (79.4%)
Health Technologists888 (28.3%)2,253 (71.7%)
Total (Category)14,588 (39.9%)21,958 (60.1%)
Total (Overall)47,570 (48.3%)50,849 (51.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Montgomery County are Food Preparation & Serving (5,078 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (3,770 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (2,873 | 2.9%), Security & Protection (2,718 | 2.8%), and Personal Care & Service (2,138 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Montgomery County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Montgomery County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (76.1%), Security & Protection (73.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (70.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.3%), Personal Care & Service (68.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support366 (12.7%)2,507 (87.3%)
Security & Protection1,995 (73.4%)723 (26.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention977 (70.8%)404 (29.2%)
Law Enforcement1,018 (76.1%)319 (23.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving2,317 (45.6%)2,761 (54.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2,474 (65.6%)1,296 (34.4%)
Personal Care & Service673 (31.5%)1,465 (68.5%)
Total (Category)7,825 (47.2%)8,752 (52.8%)
Total (Overall)47,570 (48.3%)50,849 (51.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Montgomery County are Office & Administration (13,256 | 13.5%), and Sales & Related (8,953 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Montgomery County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4,050 (45.2%)4,903 (54.8%)
Office & Administration3,419 (25.8%)9,837 (74.2%)
Total (Category)7,469 (33.6%)14,740 (66.4%)
Total (Overall)47,570 (48.3%)50,849 (51.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Montgomery County are Construction & Extraction (3,242 | 3.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,304 | 2.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (127 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Montgomery County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction3,076 (94.9%)166 (5.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,116 (91.8%)188 (8.2%)
Total (Category)5,319 (93.8%)354 (6.2%)
Total (Overall)47,570 (48.3%)50,849 (51.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Montgomery County are Production (8,577 | 8.7%), Material Moving (4,754 | 4.8%), and Transportation (4,083 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Montgomery County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Montgomery County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production5,287 (61.6%)3,290 (38.4%)
Transportation3,294 (80.7%)789 (19.3%)
Material Moving3,788 (79.7%)966 (20.3%)
Total (Category)12,369 (71.0%)5,045 (29.0%)
Total (Overall)47,570 (48.3%)50,849 (51.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Montgomery County

Employment Industries in Montgomery County

The major employment industries in Montgomery County include Health Care & Social Assistance (13,577 | 13.8%), Manufacturing (12,059 | 12.2%), Public Administration (10,558 | 10.7%), Retail Trade (10,189 | 10.3%), and Educational Services (9,010 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in Montgomery County

Employment Industries by Sex in Montgomery County

The Montgomery County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (89.7%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (79.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (82.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.1%), and Educational Services (69.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Montgomery County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting359 (79.4%)93 (20.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction4,053 (89.7%)463 (10.2%)
Manufacturing8,170 (67.7%)3,889 (32.3%)
Wholesale Trade1,540 (75.0%)513 (25.0%)
Retail Trade5,426 (53.2%)4,763 (46.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing3,641 (74.4%)1,252 (25.6%)
Utilities226 (40.8%)328 (59.2%)
Information402 (37.1%)682 (62.9%)
Finance & Insurance1,146 (34.4%)2,189 (65.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing802 (49.0%)836 (51.0%)
Professional & Scientific2,956 (53.8%)2,533 (46.2%)
Enterprise Management7 (17.5%)33 (82.5%)
Administrative & Support2,917 (48.7%)3,069 (51.3%)
Educational Services2,785 (30.9%)6,225 (69.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2,559 (18.9%)11,018 (81.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation885 (49.7%)894 (50.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services3,115 (45.0%)3,803 (55.0%)
Public Administration4,238 (40.1%)6,320 (59.9%)
Total47,570 (48.3%)50,849 (51.7%)

Education in Montgomery County

School Enrollment in Montgomery County

The most common levels of schooling among the 58,594 students in Montgomery County are elementary school (12,302 | 21.0%), high school (12,050 | 20.6%), and college / undergraduate (12,033 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Montgomery County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3,6766.3%
Kindergarten2,8995.0%
Elementary School12,30221.0%
Middle School11,34219.4%
High School12,05020.6%
College / Undergraduate12,03320.5%
Graduate / Professional4,2927.3%
Total58,594100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Montgomery County

Out of a total of 58,594 students who are enrolled in schools in Montgomery County, 13,301 (22.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 45,293 (77.3%) 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 1,367 (42.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,076 (79.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Montgomery County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,877 (57.9%)1,367 (42.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old11,053 (79.0%)2,929 (20.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds11,275 (77.0%)3,359 (23.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds6,760 (79.4%)1,757 (20.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3,890 (78.6%)1,056 (21.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4,831 (77.8%)1,378 (22.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3,076 (79.6%)789 (20.4%)
35 Years and over2,515 (78.7%)682 (21.3%)
Total45,293 (77.3%)13,301 (22.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Montgomery County

Business (12,554 | 23.2%), education (7,260 | 13.4%), arts & humanities (5,234 | 9.7%), science & technology (4,609 | 8.5%), and computers & mathematics (3,338 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 54,180 individuals in Montgomery County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Montgomery County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3,3386.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2,8775.3%
Physical & Health Sciences1,4982.8%
Psychology2,7555.1%
Social Sciences3,2476.0%
Engineering2,7505.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies3110.6%
Science & Technology4,6098.5%
Business12,55423.2%
Education7,26013.4%
Literature & Languages1,8413.4%
Liberal Arts & History2,7225.0%
Visual & Performing Arts1,7123.2%
Communications1,4722.7%
Arts & Humanities5,2349.7%
Total54,180100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Montgomery County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Montgomery County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Montgomery County are males with 2 vehicles (18,722, accounting for 39.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (18,791, making up 38.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Montgomery County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,165 (2.5%)1,366 (2.8%)
1 Vehicle10,819 (22.7%)14,618 (29.7%)
2 Vehicles18,722 (39.3%)18,791 (38.2%)
3 Vehicles9,738 (20.5%)8,696 (17.7%)
4 Vehicles5,167 (10.8%)4,125 (8.4%)
5 or more Vehicles1,993 (4.2%)1,628 (3.3%)
Total47,604 (100.0%)49,224 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Montgomery County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Montgomery County are 15 to 19 minutes (21,680 commuters, 23.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (18,690 commuters, 20.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (16,332 commuters, 17.8%).
Commute Time in Montgomery County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,5321.7%
5 to 9 Minutes8,4709.2%
10 to 14 Minutes16,33217.8%
15 to 19 Minutes21,68023.6%
20 to 24 Minutes18,69020.4%
25 to 29 Minutes6,0936.6%
30 to 34 Minutes9,57710.4%
35 to 39 Minutes1,9752.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1,4131.5%
45 to 59 Minutes3,1733.5%
60 to 89 Minutes1,3661.5%
90 or more Minutes1,5151.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Montgomery County

The most common commute times in Montgomery County are 15 to 19 minutes (10,655 commuters, 23.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (11,025 commuters, 23.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Montgomery County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes794 (1.7%)738 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes3,721 (8.1%)4,749 (10.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes8,119 (17.7%)8,213 (17.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes10,655 (23.3%)11,025 (23.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes9,109 (19.9%)9,581 (20.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes2,934 (6.4%)3,159 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes5,384 (11.8%)4,193 (9.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,012 (2.2%)963 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes621 (1.4%)792 (1.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,734 (3.8%)1,439 (3.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes678 (1.5%)688 (1.5%)
90 or more Minutes1,004 (2.2%)511 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Montgomery County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Montgomery County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (5,591, 12.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (7,998, 17.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Montgomery County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3,112 (6.8%)1,393 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,926 (4.2%)1,043 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2,980 (6.5%)1,910 (4.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM5,429 (11.9%)3,434 (7.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4,781 (10.4%)5,801 (12.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM5,539 (12.1%)7,998 (17.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM5,591 (12.2%)6,877 (14.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3,673 (8.0%)4,461 (9.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,251 (2.7%)1,630 (3.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,366 (5.2%)2,425 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,101 (2.4%)1,370 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM525 (1.1%)622 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3,001 (6.6%)3,335 (7.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4,490 (9.8%)3,752 (8.2%)
Total45,765 (100.0%)46,051 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Ownership in Montgomery County

Of the total 89,721 dwellings in Montgomery County, owner-occupied units account for 51,349 (57.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 38,372 (42.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Montgomery County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units51,34957.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units38,37242.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units89,721100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Household Size in Montgomery County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household31,15634.7%
2-Person Household28,20431.4%
3-Person Household12,39813.8%
4+ Person Household17,96320.0%
Total Housing Units89,721100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Montgomery County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household15,249 (48.9%)15,907 (51.1%)
2-Person Household18,559 (65.8%)9,645 (34.2%)
3-Person Household7,820 (63.1%)4,578 (36.9%)
4+ Person Household9,721 (54.1%)8,242 (45.9%)
Total Housing Units51,349 (57.2%)38,372 (42.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Montgomery County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3,885 (42.7%)5,215 (57.3%)
High School Diploma10,160 (50.0%)10,148 (50.0%)
College/Associate Degree14,920 (54.0%)12,698 (46.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher22,384 (68.5%)10,311 (31.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Montgomery County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years18,44720.6%
35 to 44 Years15,41717.2%
45 to 54 Years15,44217.2%
55 to 64 Years16,49118.4%
65 to 74 Years14,29815.9%
75 to 84 Years6,6467.4%
85 Years and Over2,9803.3%
Total89,721100.0%

Housing Finances in Montgomery County

Median Income by Occupancy in Montgomery County

Median Income by Occupancy in Montgomery County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied51,349 (57.2%)$74,044
Renter-Occupied38,372 (42.8%)$36,798
Average89,721 (100.0%)$56,707

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Montgomery County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Montgomery County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,644 (3.2%)2,595 (6.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999728 (1.4%)2,042 (5.3%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,446 (2.8%)3,829 (10.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,668 (3.3%)2,705 (7.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,421 (2.8%)2,568 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9993,350 (6.5%)4,738 (12.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9996,050 (11.8%)5,543 (14.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,610 (18.7%)6,457 (16.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,235 (14.1%)3,189 (8.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9999,567 (18.6%)3,297 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more8,630 (16.8%)1,409 (3.7%)
Total51,349 (100.0%)38,372 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Montgomery County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Montgomery County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004,446 (8.7%)823 (2.1%)
$300 to $4997,794 (15.2%)1,162 (3.0%)
$500 to $7999,274 (18.1%)6,679 (17.4%)
$800 to $9995,526 (10.8%)8,286 (21.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49912,595 (24.5%)15,260 (39.8%)
$1,500 to $1,9996,083 (11.8%)2,857 (7.4%)
$2,000 to $2,4992,782 (5.4%)814 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,360 (2.6%)173 (0.4%)
$3,000 or more1,489 (2.9%)202 (0.5%)
Total51,349 (100.0%)38,372 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Montgomery County

Housing Structures in Montgomery County

Housing Structures in Montgomery County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached64,78772.2%
Single Unit, Attached2,5572.9%
2 Unit Apartments1,1761.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3,4943.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6,8937.7%
10 or more Apartments7,7998.7%
Mobile Home / Other3,0153.4%
Total89,721100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Montgomery County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Montgomery County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached48,034 (74.1%)16,753 (25.9%)
Single Unit, Attached1,101 (43.1%)1,456 (56.9%)
2 Unit Apartments91 (7.7%)1,085 (92.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments88 (2.5%)3,406 (97.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments10 (0.2%)6,883 (99.9%)
10 or more Apartments19 (0.2%)7,780 (99.8%)
Mobile Home / Other2,006 (66.5%)1,009 (33.5%)
Total51,349 (57.2%)38,372 (42.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Montgomery County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Montgomery County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room84 (0.2%)1,400 (3.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms496 (1.0%)6,628 (17.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms11,946 (23.3%)17,875 (46.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms22,369 (43.6%)9,567 (24.9%)
8 or more Rooms16,454 (32.0%)2,902 (7.6%)
Total51,349 (100.0%)38,372 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Montgomery County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Montgomery County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas27,996 (54.5%)13,223 (34.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,253 (2.4%)589 (1.5%)
Electricity21,664 (42.2%)24,219 (63.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene49 (0.1%)22 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)8 (0.0%)
All other Fuels198 (0.4%)81 (0.2%)
No Fuel Used189 (0.4%)230 (0.6%)
Total51,349 (100.0%)38,372 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Montgomery County

Household Vehicle Usage in Montgomery County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,568 (3.0%)4,597 (12.0%)
1 Vehicle15,210 (29.6%)20,346 (53.0%)
2 Vehicles20,131 (39.2%)10,065 (26.2%)
3 or more Vehicles14,440 (28.1%)3,364 (8.8%)
Total51,349 (100.0%)38,372 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Montgomery County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Montgomery County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units18,75032,599
Median Property Value$122,800$163,700
Median Household Income$57,513$6,354
Monthly Housing Costs$428$1,466
Real Estate Taxes$480$3,659

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003,022 (16.1%)1,644 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9994,399 (23.5%)5,773 (17.7%)
$100,000 to $299,9997,899 (42.1%)18,213 (55.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,309 (12.3%)5,186 (15.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999673 (3.6%)1,249 (3.8%)
$750,000 to $999,999182 (1.0%)354 (1.1%)
$1,000,000 or more266 (1.4%)180 (0.5%)
Total18,750 (100.0%)32,599 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,348 (7.2%)341 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,883 (15.4%)1,024 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,675 (8.9%)1,652 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,438 (13.0%)1,675 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,550 (18.9%)3,612 (11.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,017 (10.8%)6,060 (18.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,563 (13.7%)5,218 (16.0%)
$150,000 or more2,276 (12.1%)7,004 (21.5%)
Total18,750 (100.0%)32,599 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Montgomery County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Montgomery County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x8,057 (43.0%)85,895 (263.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,397 (18.1%)16,009 (49.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,650 (8.8%)7,578 (23.3%)
4.0x or more5,258 (28.0%)3,515 (10.8%)
Total18,750 (100.0%)32,599 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Montgomery County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8009,983 (53.2%)249 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,4993,044 (16.2%)17,341 (53.2%)
$800 to $1,4991,625 (8.7%)6,799 (20.9%)
Total18,750 (100.0%)32,599 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years17,491 (96.6%)621 (3.4%)
6 to 18 Years37,838 (96.8%)1,256 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years17,337 (78.5%)4,750 (21.5%)
26 to 34 Years21,460 (78.6%)5,855 (21.4%)
35 to 44 Years22,783 (83.6%)4,464 (16.4%)
45 to 54 Years22,525 (86.6%)3,485 (13.4%)
55 to 64 Years24,785 (89.3%)2,957 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years21,085 (99.4%)120 (0.6%)
75 Years and older13,443 (99.8%)28 (0.2%)
Total198,747 (89.4%)23,536 (10.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Montgomery County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born17,491 (96.6%)621 (3.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen37,838 (96.8%)1,256 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen17,337 (78.5%)4,750 (21.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Montgomery County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Montgomery County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00032,335 (83.9%)6,188 (16.1%)
$25,000 to $49,99939,231 (86.9%)5,914 (13.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99932,463 (88.6%)4,159 (11.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99925,867 (90.3%)2,788 (9.7%)
$100,000 and over65,362 (94.2%)4,022 (5.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 611,482 (63.4%)6,719 (37.1%)
6 to 18 Years19,628 (50.2%)19,650 (50.3%)
19 to 25 Years3,071 (13.9%)14,923 (67.6%)
25 to 34 Years4,699 (17.2%)17,508 (64.1%)
35 to 44 Years4,732 (17.4%)19,671 (72.2%)
45 to 54 Years3,808 (14.6%)20,292 (78.0%)
55 to 64 Years8,064 (29.1%)19,694 (71.0%)
65 to 74 Years20,222 (95.4%)12,633 (59.6%)
75 Years and over13,291 (98.7%)8,545 (63.4%)
Total88,997 (40.0%)139,635 (62.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Montgomery County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Montgomery County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)44 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years1,224 (6.3%)929 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years2,479 (9.9%)2,238 (8.0%)
35 to 64 Years7,088 (19.4%)8,101 (18.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,067 (33.5%)3,915 (32.5%)
75 Years and over2,857 (56.0%)4,616 (55.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Montgomery County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)44 (0.6%)
5 to 17 Years94 (0.5%)74 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years110 (0.4%)384 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years1,541 (4.2%)1,000 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,348 (14.7%)662 (5.5%)
75 Years and over1,596 (31.3%)1,256 (15.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years99 (0.5%)236 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years471 (1.9%)627 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years1,298 (3.5%)1,815 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years465 (5.1%)325 (2.7%)
75 Years and over466 (9.1%)666 (8.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,049 (5.4%)640 (3.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,828 (7.3%)1,058 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years3,278 (9.0%)2,883 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years622 (6.8%)1,119 (9.3%)
75 Years and over682 (13.4%)1,507 (18.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years88 (0.4%)33 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years475 (1.9%)634 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years3,422 (9.4%)5,446 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,981 (21.6%)2,904 (24.1%)
75 Years and over1,773 (34.8%)3,330 (39.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Montgomery County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years175 (0.9%)127 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years346 (1.4%)235 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years946 (2.6%)1,482 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years710 (7.7%)470 (3.9%)
75 Years and over632 (12.4%)1,062 (12.7%)

Technology Access in Montgomery County

Computing Device Access in Montgomery County

Computing Device Access in Montgomery County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop62,97370.2%
Smartphone78,29287.3%
Tablet54,30960.5%
No Computing Device6,6307.4%
Total89,721100.0%

Internet Access in Montgomery County

Internet Access in Montgomery County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1010.1%
Broadband Home64,62772.0%
Cellular Data Only10,24411.4%
Satellite Internet4,5625.1%
No Internet11,73113.1%
Total89,721100.0%

Montgomery County Summary

Montgomery County, Alabama is located in the southeastern part of the state and is the second most populous county in the state. The county seat is Montgomery, the state capital. Montgomery County is bordered by Autauga County to the north, Elmore County to the east, Lowndes County to the south, and Macon County to the west.

Geography

Montgomery County covers an area of 602 square miles and is located in the Black Belt region of Alabama. The county is mostly flat with some rolling hills in the northern part. The county is drained by the Alabama River, which forms its western boundary. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Jordan, Lake Tallassee, and Lake Purdy.
The climate of Montgomery County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 64°F, with an average high of around 90°F in the summer and an average low of around 40°F in the winter. The average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Montgomery County had a population of 229,363. The racial makeup of the county was 57.3% White, 37.7% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median household income in Montgomery County was $45,845 in 2019, and the median family income was $54,845. The per capita income was $25,845. About 17.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Economy

Montgomery County is home to several major employers, including Maxwell Air Force Base, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, and the State of Alabama. The county is also home to several universities, including Auburn University at Montgomery, Troy University Montgomery, and Faulkner University.
The county is also home to several major industries, including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and technology. The county is also home to several major retail centers, including Eastdale Mall and Montgomery Mall.

History

Montgomery County was established in 1816 and named after Richard Montgomery, an American Revolutionary War hero. The county was originally part of the Creek Nation, but was ceded to the United States in the Treaty of Fort Jackson in 1814.
The county was home to several major battles during the Civil War, including the Battle of Montgomery and the Battle of Selma. After the war, the county was home to several major civil rights events, including the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the Selma to Montgomery marches.
Today, Montgomery County is a major economic and cultural center in the state of Alabama. The county is home to several major employers, universities, and industries, and is a popular tourist destination.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Montgomery County?
Total Population of Montgomery County is 228,132.
What is the Total Male Population of Montgomery County?
Total Male Population of Montgomery County is 107,680.
What is the Total Female Population of Montgomery County?
Total Female Population of Montgomery County is 120,452.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Montgomery County?
There are 89.40 Males per 100 Females in Montgomery County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Montgomery County?
There are 111.86 Females per 100 Males in Montgomery County.
What is the Median Population Age in Montgomery County?
Median Population Age in Montgomery County is 36.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Montgomery County
Average Family Size in Montgomery County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Montgomery County
Average Household Size in Montgomery County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Montgomery County?
Per Capita income in Montgomery County is $32,769.
What is the Median Family Income in Montgomery County?
Median Family Income in Montgomery County is $71,258.
What is the Median Household income in Montgomery County?
Median Household Income in Montgomery County is $56,707.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Montgomery County?
Income or Wage Gap in Montgomery County is 20.0%.
Women in Montgomery County earn 80.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Montgomery County?
Family Income Deficit in Montgomery County is $11,817.
Families that are below poverty line in Montgomery County earn $11,817 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Montgomery County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Montgomery County is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Montgomery County?
There are 107,683 People in the Labor Forcein in Montgomery County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Montgomery County?
59.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Montgomery County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Montgomery County?
Unemployment Rate in Montgomery County is 6.8%.