Forestdale, AL

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9,138
TOTAL POPULATION
4,310
MALE POPULATION
4,828
FEMALE POPULATION
89.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,320
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,512
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,908
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
2.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
97.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,049
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Forestdale Area Codes

Race in Forestdale

The most populous races in Forestdale are Black / African American (6,975 | 76.3%), White / Caucasian (1,794 | 19.6%), and Two or more Races (225 | 2.5%).
Race in Forestdale
Race# Population% Population
Asian370.4%
Black / African American6,97576.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2222.4%
Native / Alaskan300.3%
White / Caucasian1,79419.6%
Two or more Races2252.5%
Some other Race770.8%
Total9,138100.0%

Ancestry in Forestdale

The most populous ancestries reported in Forestdale are American (815 | 8.9%), German (301 | 3.3%), English (283 | 3.1%), Irish (230 | 2.5%), and African (148 | 1.6%), together accounting for 19.5% of all Forestdale residents.
Ancestry in Forestdale
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1481.6%
American8158.9%
Bhutanese60.1%
British170.2%
Cuban200.2%
Dutch80.1%
English2833.1%
European80.1%
German3013.3%
Irish2302.5%
Italian1301.4%
Korean440.5%
Mexican1151.3%
Mexican American Indian300.3%
Scandinavian200.2%
Scotch-Irish640.7%
Slovak80.1%
Sri Lankan991.1%
Subsaharan African1481.6%
Thai40.0%
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Immigrants in Forestdale

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Forestdale came from Latin America (37 | 0.4%), Australia (28 | 0.3%), Oceania (28 | 0.3%), Caribbean (20 | 0.2%), and Cuba (20 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.5% of all Forestdale residents.
Immigrants in Forestdale
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia150.2%
Australia280.3%
Caribbean200.2%
Central America170.2%
Cuba200.2%
Eastern Asia60.1%
England90.1%
Europe90.1%
India40.0%
Japan60.1%
Latin America370.4%
Mexico170.2%
Northern Europe90.1%
Oceania280.3%
Philippines50.1%
South Central Asia40.0%
South Eastern Asia50.1%
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Sex and Age in Forestdale

Sex and Age in Forestdale

The most populous age groups in Forestdale are 15 to 19 Years (498 | 11.6%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (401 | 8.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Forestdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years102 (2.4%)295 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years174 (4.0%)327 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years177 (4.1%)161 (3.3%)
15 to 19 Years498 (11.6%)139 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Years346 (8.0%)124 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Years383 (8.9%)366 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Years252 (5.9%)310 (6.4%)
35 to 39 Years210 (4.9%)367 (7.6%)
40 to 44 Years161 (3.7%)359 (7.4%)
45 to 49 Years206 (4.8%)303 (6.3%)
50 to 54 Years231 (5.4%)165 (3.4%)
55 to 59 Years317 (7.3%)303 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years488 (11.3%)374 (7.7%)
65 to 69 Years404 (9.4%)401 (8.3%)
70 to 74 Years144 (3.3%)351 (7.3%)
75 to 79 Years63 (1.5%)187 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years97 (2.2%)174 (3.6%)
85 Years and over57 (1.3%)122 (2.5%)
Total4,310 (100.0%)4,828 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Forestdale

Median Family Size in Forestdale

The median family size in Forestdale is 2.99 persons per family, with single female/mother families (786 | 32.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (270 | 11.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.10 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Forestdale
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,374 (56.5%)2.90
Single Male/Father270 (11.1%)2.10
Single Female/Mother786 (32.4%)3.46
Total Families2,430 (100.0%)2.99

Median Household Size in Forestdale

The median household size in Forestdale is 2.36 persons per household, with single female/mother households (786 | 20.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.6 persons per household. non-family households (1,438 | 37.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Forestdale
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,374 (35.5%)2.95
Single Male/Father270 (7.0%)2.41
Single Female/Mother786 (20.3%)3.60
Non-family1,438 (37.2%)1.11
Total Households3,868 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Forestdale

Out of a total of 3,868 households in Forestdale, 2,430 (62.8%) are family households, while 1,438 (37.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,135, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,299.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Forestdale
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,299 (33.6%)
2-Person Households1,135 (29.3%)123 (3.2%)
3-Person Households730 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households456 (11.8%)16 (0.4%)
5-Person Households60 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households49 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,430 (62.8%)1,438 (37.2%)

Female Fertility in Forestdale

Fertility by Age in Forestdale

Average fertility rate in Forestdale is 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 73.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Forestdale
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years28 (73.7%)35.0
35 to 50 years10 (26.3%)9.0
Total38 (100.0%)19.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forestdale

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forestdale
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Forestdale

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Forestdale
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree38 (100.0%)55.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total38 (100.0%)19.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forestdale

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forestdale
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Forestdale

Income Overview in Forestdale

Per Capita Income in Forestdale is $32,320, while median incomes of families and households are $78,512 and $62,908 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income9,138$32,320
Median Family Income2,430$78,512
Mean Family Income2,430$85,479
Median Household Income3,868$62,908
Mean Household Income3,868$72,911
Income Deficit2,430$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)9,1382.45%
Wage / Income Gap ($)9,13897.55¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9,1380.41

Earnings by Sex in Forestdale

Average Earnings in Forestdale are $35,316, $35,623 for men and $34,751 for women, a difference of 2.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Forestdale
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,658 (51.8%)$35,623
Female2,476 (48.2%)$34,751
Total5,134 (100.0%)$35,316

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forestdale

The most common earnings brackets in Forestdale are $2,499 or less for men (369 | 13.9%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (312 | 12.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forestdale
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less369 (13.9%)105 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99962 (2.3%)18 (0.7%)
$5,000 to $7,499100 (3.8%)184 (7.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99978 (2.9%)159 (6.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499103 (3.9%)42 (1.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9999 (0.3%)66 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49931 (1.2%)21 (0.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99947 (1.8%)33 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49957 (2.1%)160 (6.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99982 (3.1%)98 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999111 (4.2%)144 (5.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999209 (7.9%)227 (9.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999315 (11.8%)204 (8.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999135 (5.1%)91 (3.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999197 (7.4%)190 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999178 (6.7%)50 (2.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999132 (5.0%)137 (5.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99998 (3.7%)192 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999188 (7.1%)312 (12.6%)
$100,000+157 (5.9%)43 (1.7%)
Total2,658 (100.0%)2,476 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forestdale

Average earnings in Forestdale are $40,851 for men and $36,250 for women, a difference of 11.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,141, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $2,499. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,781, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,324.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forestdale
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$2,499$0
High School Diploma$43,333$21,324
College or Associate's Degree$44,167$29,472
Bachelor's Degree$76,141$48,286
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,851$36,250

Family Income in Forestdale

Family Income Brackets in Forestdale

According to the Forestdale family income data, there are 520 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Forestdale
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001044.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9992219.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991636.7%
$35,000 to $49,99933513.8%
$50,000 to $74,99930412.5%
$75,000 to $99,99952021.4%
$100,000 to $149,99950320.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991707.0%
$200,000+1074.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forestdale

3-person families (510 | 21.0%) account for the highest median family income in Forestdale with $91,818 per family, while 2-person families (1,361 | 56.0%) have the highest median income of $35,521 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forestdale
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,361 (56.0%)$71,042
3-Person Families510 (21.0%)$91,818
4-Person Families450 (18.5%)$74,271
5-Person Families60 (2.5%)$0
6-Person Families49 (2.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,430 (100.0%)$78,512

Family Income by Number of Earners in Forestdale

The median family income in Forestdale is $78,512, with families comprising 3+ earners (243) having the highest median family income of $132,375, while families with 1 earner (754) have the lowest median family income of $45,379, accounting for 10.0% and 31.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Forestdale
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners433 (17.8%)$69,861
1 Earner754 (31.0%)$45,379
2 Earners1,000 (41.1%)$89,302
3+ Earners243 (10.0%)$132,375
Total2,430 (100.0%)$78,512

Household Income in Forestdale

Household Income Brackets in Forestdale

With 719 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Forestdale, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 104 households (2.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Forestdale
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003378.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991353.5%
$15,000 to $24,9993529.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992446.3%
$35,000 to $49,99954214.0%
$50,000 to $74,99965817.0%
$75,000 to $99,99961115.8%
$100,000 to $149,99971918.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991704.4%
$200,000+1042.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Forestdale

The median household income in Forestdale is $62,908, with the highest median household income of $91,119 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,346 households (34.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 69 households (1.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Forestdale
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years69 (1.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,118 (28.9%)$58,917
45 to 64 Years1,346 (34.8%)$91,119
65+ Years1,335 (34.5%)$49,889
Total3,868 (100.0%)$62,908

Poverty in Forestdale

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forestdale

With 13.2% poverty level for males and 18.8% for females among the residents of Forestdale, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (40.9%) and 218 females (73.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forestdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)218 (73.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years83 (40.9%)159 (47.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)40 (43.5%)
15 Years39 (35.1%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years39 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years75 (14.1%)69 (50.7%)
25 to 34 Years29 (4.6%)56 (8.3%)
35 to 44 Years93 (25.1%)118 (16.3%)
45 to 54 Years83 (19.0%)7 (1.5%)
55 to 64 Years64 (8.0%)18 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years36 (6.6%)156 (20.7%)
75 Years and over25 (11.5%)53 (11.0%)
Total566 (13.2%)894 (18.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Forestdale

According to the poverty statistics in Forestdale, males aged under 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Forestdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years102 (100.0%)77 (26.1%)
5 Years33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years120 (59.1%)175 (52.4%)
12 to 14 Years85 (100.0%)52 (56.5%)
15 Years72 (64.9%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years162 (80.6%)127 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years457 (85.9%)67 (49.3%)
25 to 34 Years606 (95.4%)620 (91.7%)
35 to 44 Years278 (74.9%)608 (83.8%)
45 to 54 Years354 (81.0%)461 (98.5%)
55 to 64 Years741 (92.0%)659 (97.3%)
65 to 74 Years512 (93.4%)596 (79.3%)
75 Years and over192 (88.5%)430 (89.0%)
Total3,714 (86.8%)3,872 (81.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forestdale

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Forestdale show that 2.1% or 29 of the total 1,374 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 64.4%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forestdale
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children975 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children354 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children16 (35.6%)29 (64.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,345 (97.9%)29 (2.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forestdale

According to the poverty data in Forestdale, 25.9% or 70 single-father households and 20.7% or 163 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 households (37.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 105 households (74.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forestdale
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children70 (37.0%)18 (4.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)40 (17.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)105 (74.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (25.9%)163 (20.7%)

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

The poverty data for Forestdale shows that 29 of the married-couple family households (2.1%) and 233 of the single-parent households (22.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (64.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 105 household (74.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Forestdale
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)88 (14.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)40 (12.7%)
3 or 4 Children29 (64.4%)105 (74.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (2.1%)233 (22.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Forestdale

Employment by Class of Employer in Forestdale

Among the 4,558 employed individuals in Forestdale, private company employees (2,958 | 64.9%), not-for-profit organizations (461 | 10.1%), and local government employees (373 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Forestdale
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,95864.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1292.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1062.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations46110.1%
Local Government Employees3738.2%
State Government Employees3367.4%
Federal Government Employees1954.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,558100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Forestdale

According to the labor force statistics for Forestdale, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,791), 64.8% or 5,049 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.4% or 424 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 749 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 64.1% or 127 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Forestdale
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years198 (37.6%)127 (64.1%)
20 to 24 Years427 (90.9%)19 (4.4%)
25 to 29 Years749 (100.0%)132 (17.6%)
30 to 34 Years502 (89.3%)22 (4.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,005 (91.6%)10 (1.0%)
45 to 54 Years710 (78.5%)51 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years583 (94.0%)56 (9.6%)
60 to 64 Years569 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years239 (18.4%)6 (2.5%)
75 Years and over68 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,049 (64.8%)424 (8.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forestdale

According to labor force statistics for Forestdale, 85.9% of individuals (4,119) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,795) are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 272 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 93.3% or 1,246 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 77.9% or 148 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forestdale
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School190 (69.1%)214 (77.9%)
High School Diploma962 (79.4%)76 (6.3%)
College / Associate Degree1,719 (87.1%)41 (2.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,246 (93.3%)28 (2.1%)
Total4,119 (85.9%)316 (6.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Forestdale

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forestdale are Health Diagnosing & Treating (450 | 9.7%), Community & Social Service (436 | 9.4%), Health Technologists (334 | 7.2%), Education Instruction & Library (305 | 6.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (233 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Forestdale

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forestdale, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (83.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Business & Financial (97.8%), and Education, Arts & Media (89.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Forestdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Management184 (83.6%)36 (16.4%)
Business & Financial4 (2.2%)176 (97.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science185 (79.4%)48 (20.6%)
Computers & Mathematics75 (71.4%)30 (28.6%)
Architecture & Engineering73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science37 (67.3%)18 (32.7%)
Community & Social Service 70 (16.1%)366 (83.9%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (10.9%)106 (89.1%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library57 (18.7%)248 (81.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating141 (31.3%)309 (68.7%)
Health Technologists60 (18.0%)274 (82.0%)
Total (Category)584 (38.5%)935 (61.6%)
Total (Overall)2,235 (48.3%)2,392 (51.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Forestdale are Food Preparation & Serving (454 | 9.8%), Security & Protection (198 | 4.3%), Law Enforcement (168 | 3.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (82 | 1.8%), and Healthcare Support (78 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Forestdale

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Forestdale, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (70.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (63.3%), and Security & Protection (51.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Forestdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)78 (100.0%)
Security & Protection102 (51.5%)96 (48.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention19 (63.3%)11 (36.7%)
Law Enforcement83 (49.4%)85 (50.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving198 (43.6%)256 (56.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance58 (70.7%)24 (29.3%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Total (Category)358 (41.9%)496 (58.1%)
Total (Overall)2,235 (48.3%)2,392 (51.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Forestdale are Office & Administration (642 | 13.9%), and Sales & Related (471 | 10.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Forestdale

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Forestdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related173 (36.7%)298 (63.3%)
Office & Administration193 (30.1%)449 (69.9%)
Total (Category)366 (32.9%)747 (67.1%)
Total (Overall)2,235 (48.3%)2,392 (51.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Forestdale are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (216 | 4.7%), and Construction & Extraction (80 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Forestdale

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Forestdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair188 (87.0%)28 (13.0%)
Total (Category)268 (90.5%)28 (9.5%)
Total (Overall)2,235 (48.3%)2,392 (51.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Forestdale are Transportation (373 | 8.1%), Production (331 | 7.1%), and Material Moving (141 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Forestdale

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Forestdale
OccupationMaleFemale
Production262 (79.1%)69 (20.8%)
Transportation320 (85.8%)53 (14.2%)
Material Moving77 (54.6%)64 (45.4%)
Total (Category)659 (78.0%)186 (22.0%)
Total (Overall)2,235 (48.3%)2,392 (51.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Forestdale

Employment Industries in Forestdale

The major employment industries in Forestdale include Health Care & Social Assistance (897 | 19.4%), Retail Trade (614 | 13.3%), Manufacturing (474 | 10.2%), Public Administration (406 | 8.8%), and Educational Services (360 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Forestdale

Employment Industries by Sex in Forestdale

The Forestdale industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (86.3%), and Utilities (73.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (82.6%), and Finance & Insurance (75.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Forestdale
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction221 (69.9%)95 (30.1%)
Manufacturing310 (65.4%)164 (34.6%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade349 (56.8%)265 (43.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing301 (86.3%)48 (13.8%)
Utilities52 (73.2%)19 (26.8%)
Information0 (0.0%)68 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance67 (25.0%)201 (75.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing18 (30.5%)41 (69.5%)
Professional & Scientific67 (54.0%)57 (46.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support55 (65.5%)29 (34.5%)
Educational Services147 (40.8%)213 (59.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance156 (17.4%)741 (82.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation40 (52.6%)36 (47.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services216 (68.6%)99 (31.4%)
Public Administration172 (42.4%)234 (57.6%)
Total2,235 (48.3%)2,392 (51.7%)

Education in Forestdale

School Enrollment in Forestdale

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,022 students in Forestdale are high school (486 | 24.0%), college / undergraduate (397 | 19.6%), and elementary school (388 | 19.2%).
School Enrollment in Forestdale
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1155.7%
Kindergarten1668.2%
Elementary School38819.2%
Middle School24812.3%
High School48624.0%
College / Undergraduate39719.6%
Graduate / Professional22211.0%
Total2,022100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forestdale

Out of a total of 2,022 students who are enrolled in schools in Forestdale, 210 (10.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,812 (89.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 125 (44.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 501 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forestdale
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds117 (90.7%)12 (9.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old501 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds259 (84.6%)47 (15.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds423 (96.4%)16 (3.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds140 (92.7%)11 (7.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over155 (55.4%)125 (44.6%)
Total1,812 (89.6%)210 (10.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forestdale

Education (470 | 22.2%), business (381 | 17.9%), science & technology (346 | 16.3%), psychology (256 | 12.1%), and arts & humanities (205 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 2,122 individuals in Forestdale who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forestdale
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics924.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural221.0%
Physical & Health Sciences271.3%
Psychology25612.1%
Social Sciences1055.0%
Engineering653.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies301.4%
Science & Technology34616.3%
Business38117.9%
Education47022.2%
Literature & Languages110.5%
Liberal Arts & History683.2%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications442.1%
Arts & Humanities2059.7%
Total2,122100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Forestdale

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forestdale

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Forestdale are males with 2 vehicles (938, accounting for 42.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (775, making up 39.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forestdale
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle60 (2.7%)36 (1.5%)
1 Vehicle281 (12.8%)562 (23.8%)
2 Vehicles938 (42.7%)775 (32.8%)
3 Vehicles509 (23.2%)405 (17.2%)
4 Vehicles265 (12.1%)344 (14.6%)
5 or more Vehicles145 (6.6%)238 (10.1%)
Total2,198 (100.0%)2,360 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Forestdale

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Forestdale are 30 to 34 minutes (960 commuters, 22.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (958 commuters, 22.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (867 commuters, 19.9%).
Commute Time in Forestdale
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes300.7%
5 to 9 Minutes441.0%
10 to 14 Minutes1693.9%
15 to 19 Minutes86719.9%
20 to 24 Minutes95822.0%
25 to 29 Minutes3718.5%
30 to 34 Minutes96022.0%
35 to 39 Minutes2696.2%
40 to 44 Minutes170.4%
45 to 59 Minutes3167.2%
60 to 89 Minutes902.1%
90 or more Minutes2666.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Forestdale

The most common commute times in Forestdale are 20 to 24 minutes (589 commuters, 27.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (674 commuters, 30.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Forestdale
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6 (0.3%)24 (1.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes9 (0.4%)35 (1.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes136 (6.4%)33 (1.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes193 (9.0%)674 (30.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes589 (27.6%)369 (16.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes210 (9.8%)161 (7.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes406 (19.0%)554 (25.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes164 (7.7%)105 (4.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes8 (0.4%)9 (0.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes233 (10.9%)83 (3.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes37 (1.7%)53 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes147 (6.9%)119 (5.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forestdale

The most frequent times of departure to work in Forestdale are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (522, 24.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (456, 20.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forestdale
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM289 (13.5%)35 (1.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM102 (4.8%)149 (6.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM123 (5.8%)175 (7.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM157 (7.3%)158 (7.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM109 (5.1%)355 (16.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM522 (24.4%)456 (20.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM99 (4.6%)165 (7.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM103 (4.8%)238 (10.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM44 (2.1%)97 (4.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM111 (5.2%)148 (6.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM59 (2.8%)153 (6.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM40 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM209 (9.8%)28 (1.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM171 (8.0%)62 (2.8%)
Total2,138 (100.0%)2,219 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Forestdale

Occupancy by Ownership in Forestdale

Of the total 3,868 dwellings in Forestdale, owner-occupied units account for 2,853 (73.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,015 (26.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Forestdale
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,85373.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,01526.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,868100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Forestdale

Occupancy by Household Size in Forestdale
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,29933.6%
2-Person Household1,25832.5%
3-Person Household73018.9%
4+ Person Household58115.0%
Total Housing Units3,868100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forestdale

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forestdale
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household986 (75.9%)313 (24.1%)
2-Person Household912 (72.5%)346 (27.5%)
3-Person Household617 (84.5%)113 (15.5%)
4+ Person Household338 (58.2%)243 (41.8%)
Total Housing Units2,853 (73.8%)1,015 (26.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forestdale

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forestdale
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School79 (50.6%)77 (49.4%)
High School Diploma716 (65.3%)381 (34.7%)
College/Associate Degree1,106 (71.2%)448 (28.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher952 (89.7%)109 (10.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forestdale

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forestdale
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years57714.9%
35 to 44 Years61015.8%
45 to 54 Years49812.9%
55 to 64 Years84821.9%
65 to 74 Years87822.7%
75 to 84 Years3438.9%
85 Years and Over1142.9%
Total3,868100.0%

Housing Finances in Forestdale

Median Income by Occupancy in Forestdale

Median Income by Occupancy in Forestdale
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,853 (73.8%)$75,303
Renter-Occupied1,015 (26.2%)$37,729
Average3,868 (100.0%)$62,908

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forestdale

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forestdale
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (0.6%)56 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $9,999169 (5.9%)92 (9.1%)
$10,000 to $14,999116 (4.1%)20 (2.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99942 (1.5%)103 (10.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99972 (2.5%)134 (13.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999157 (5.5%)85 (8.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999341 (11.9%)201 (19.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999500 (17.5%)158 (15.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999480 (16.8%)130 (12.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999698 (24.5%)20 (2.0%)
$150,000 or more260 (9.1%)16 (1.6%)
Total2,853 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forestdale

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forestdale
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300133 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499602 (21.1%)33 (3.3%)
$500 to $799389 (13.6%)149 (14.7%)
$800 to $999340 (11.9%)234 (23.1%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,064 (37.3%)384 (37.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999270 (9.5%)116 (11.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49945 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more10 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,853 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Forestdale

Housing Structures in Forestdale

Housing Structures in Forestdale
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,35686.8%
Single Unit, Attached360.9%
2 Unit Apartments822.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments541.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1884.9%
10 or more Apartments1523.9%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total3,868100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forestdale

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forestdale
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,853 (85.0%)503 (15.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)188 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)152 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,853 (73.8%)1,015 (26.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forestdale

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forestdale
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room30 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (0.4%)163 (16.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms456 (16.0%)359 (35.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,224 (42.9%)363 (35.8%)
8 or more Rooms1,133 (39.7%)130 (12.8%)
Total2,853 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forestdale

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forestdale
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,640 (57.5%)303 (29.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas47 (1.7%)31 (3.0%)
Electricity1,166 (40.9%)681 (67.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,853 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Forestdale

Household Vehicle Usage in Forestdale
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle150 (5.3%)75 (7.4%)
1 Vehicle533 (18.7%)620 (61.1%)
2 Vehicles1,071 (37.5%)298 (29.4%)
3 or more Vehicles1,099 (38.5%)22 (2.2%)
Total2,853 (100.0%)1,015 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Forestdale

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Forestdale

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,1021,751
Median Property Value$157,900$144,600
Median Household Income$69,750$154
Monthly Housing Costs$449$10
Real Estate Taxes$678$280

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forestdale

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forestdale
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000143 (13.0%)45 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999109 (9.9%)293 (16.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999677 (61.4%)1,360 (77.7%)
$300,000 to $499,999163 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99910 (0.9%)43 (2.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)10 (0.6%)
Total1,102 (100.0%)1,751 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forestdale

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forestdale
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000139 (12.6%)15 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999115 (10.4%)48 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99965 (5.9%)115 (6.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99967 (6.1%)92 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999220 (20.0%)274 (15.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999196 (17.8%)280 (16.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999194 (17.6%)284 (16.2%)
$150,000 or more106 (9.6%)504 (28.8%)
Total1,102 (100.0%)1,751 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forestdale

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forestdale
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x360 (32.7%)85,679 (4,893.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x207 (18.8%)939 (53.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x186 (16.9%)392 (22.4%)
4.0x or more349 (31.7%)118 (6.7%)
Total1,102 (100.0%)1,751 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forestdale

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forestdale
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800476 (43.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499179 (16.2%)960 (54.8%)
$800 to $1,499141 (12.8%)410 (23.4%)
Total1,102 (100.0%)1,751 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Forestdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forestdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forestdale
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years475 (96.5%)17 (3.5%)
6 to 18 Years1,222 (96.5%)44 (3.5%)
19 to 25 Years539 (63.5%)310 (36.5%)
26 to 34 Years906 (86.5%)141 (13.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,041 (94.9%)56 (5.1%)
45 to 54 Years796 (88.0%)109 (12.0%)
55 to 64 Years1,197 (80.8%)285 (19.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,300 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older700 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,176 (89.5%)962 (10.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forestdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forestdale
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born475 (96.5%)17 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,222 (96.5%)44 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen539 (63.5%)310 (36.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forestdale

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forestdale
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,209 (82.6%)255 (17.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,676 (95.4%)81 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,327 (95.2%)67 (4.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,335 (89.8%)152 (10.2%)
$100,000 and over2,629 (86.6%)407 (13.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forestdale

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forestdale
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6427 (86.8%)86 (17.5%)
6 to 18 Years692 (54.7%)608 (48.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)539 (63.5%)
25 to 34 Years77 (7.3%)838 (80.0%)
35 to 44 Years334 (30.4%)817 (74.5%)
45 to 54 Years198 (21.9%)698 (77.1%)
55 to 64 Years309 (20.8%)1,044 (70.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,284 (98.8%)741 (57.0%)
75 Years and over690 (98.6%)419 (59.9%)
Total4,011 (43.9%)5,790 (63.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forestdale

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forestdale
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years49 (7.4%)40 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)69 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years375 (23.3%)148 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years95 (17.3%)296 (39.4%)
75 Years and over117 (53.9%)239 (49.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Forestdale

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Forestdale: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years139 (8.6%)27 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years20 (3.6%)48 (6.4%)
75 Years and over84 (38.7%)109 (22.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Forestdale: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years39 (5.9%)40 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years62 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.5%)123 (16.4%)
75 Years and over12 (5.5%)82 (17.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Forestdale: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)69 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years67 (4.2%)84 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.5%)30 (4.0%)
75 Years and over40 (18.4%)60 (12.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Forestdale: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)27 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years250 (15.5%)87 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years83 (15.1%)90 (12.0%)
75 Years and over48 (22.1%)169 (35.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Forestdale: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)56 (6.9%)
35 to 64 Years102 (6.3%)3 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years16 (2.9%)44 (5.9%)
75 Years and over32 (14.7%)80 (16.6%)

Technology Access in Forestdale

Computing Device Access in Forestdale

Computing Device Access in Forestdale
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,75371.2%
Smartphone3,14281.2%
Tablet2,33660.4%
No Computing Device43511.3%
Total3,868100.0%

Internet Access in Forestdale

Internet Access in Forestdale
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,73470.7%
Cellular Data Only3789.8%
Satellite Internet3178.2%
No Internet63016.3%
Total3,868100.0%

Forestdale Summary

History

The area now known as Forestdale, Alabama was first settled in the early 1800s by a group of settlers from Georgia. The area was originally known as "The Crossroads" due to its location at the intersection of two major roads. The first post office was established in 1837 and the town was officially incorporated in 1887.
The town was named after the nearby forest, which was home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and other animals. The area was also home to a variety of plants, including wildflowers, trees, and shrubs.
The town grew slowly but steadily over the years, and by the early 1900s, it had become a thriving community. The town was home to several businesses, including a general store, a blacksmith shop, and a sawmill. The town also had a school, a church, and a post office.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a period of growth and development. The population increased, and new businesses opened, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a gas station. The town also had a library, a movie theater, and a bowling alley.
In the late 1960s, the town began to experience a period of decline. Many of the businesses closed, and the population began to decline. In the 1980s, the town began to experience a period of revitalization. New businesses opened, and the population began to increase.

Geography

Forestdale is located in Jefferson County, Alabama, approximately 10 miles south of Birmingham. The town is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located near the Black Warrior River, and is home to several small lakes and streams.
The climate in Forestdale is mild and humid, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.

Economy

The economy of Forestdale is largely based on the service industry. The town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a paper mill.
The town is also home to several educational institutions, including a community college and a technical school. The town is also home to a hospital and several medical clinics.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Forestdale was 8,845. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 16.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.2% from other races. The median household income was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,945. The per capita income was $19,945.

Conclusion

Forestdale, Alabama is a small town located in Jefferson County, Alabama. The town has a rich history, and has experienced periods of growth and decline over the years. The town is home to a variety of businesses, educational institutions, and medical facilities. The population of the town is largely white, with a small percentage of African Americans and other races. The median household income is slightly below the national average, and the per capita income is slightly above the national average.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Forestdale?
Total Population of Forestdale is 9,138.
What is the Total Male Population of Forestdale?
Total Male Population of Forestdale is 4,310.
What is the Total Female Population of Forestdale?
Total Female Population of Forestdale is 4,828.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Forestdale?
There are 89.27 Males per 100 Females in Forestdale.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Forestdale?
There are 112.02 Females per 100 Males in Forestdale.
What is the Median Population Age in Forestdale?
Median Population Age in Forestdale is 43.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Forestdale
Average Family Size in Forestdale is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Forestdale
Average Household Size in Forestdale is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Forestdale?
Per Capita income in Forestdale is $32,320.
What is the Median Family Income in Forestdale?
Median Family Income in Forestdale is $78,512.
What is the Median Household income in Forestdale?
Median Household Income in Forestdale is $62,908.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Forestdale?
Income or Wage Gap in Forestdale is 2.4%.
Women in Forestdale earn 97.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Forestdale?
Inequality or Gini Index in Forestdale is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Forestdale?
There are 5,049 People in the Labor Forcein in Forestdale.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Forestdale?
64.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Forestdale.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Forestdale?
Unemployment Rate in Forestdale is 8.4%.