Gilchrist County, FL
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Gilchrist County Overview
18,070
TOTAL POPULATION
9,320
MALE POPULATION
8,750
FEMALE POPULATION
106.51
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.88
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,477
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,467
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,823
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,371
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,843
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Gilchrist County Area Codes
Race in Gilchrist County
The most populous races in Gilchrist County are White / Caucasian (16,396 | 90.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1,125 | 6.2%), and Two or more Races (759 | 4.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 47 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 586 | 3.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,125 | 6.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 48 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 16,396 | 90.7% |
| Two or more Races | 759 | 4.2% |
| Some other Race | 231 | 1.3% |
| Total | 18,070 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Gilchrist County
The most populous ancestries reported in Gilchrist County are Irish (2,959 | 16.4%), German (2,540 | 14.1%), English (1,717 | 9.5%), American (1,304 | 7.2%), and French (967 | 5.3%), together accounting for 52.5% of all Gilchrist County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 41 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,304 | 7.2% |
| Apache | 53 | 0.3% |
| Argentinean | 8 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Australian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 42 | 0.2% |
| Brazilian | 8 | 0.0% |
| British | 35 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 14 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 65 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 350 | 1.9% |
| Cherokee | 178 | 1.0% |
| Colombian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Comanche | 6 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 131 | 0.7% |
| Czech | 136 | 0.7% |
| Czechoslovakian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 35 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 4 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 157 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 48 | 0.3% |
| English | 1,717 | 9.5% |
| European | 218 | 1.2% |
| Finnish | 5 | 0.0% |
| French | 967 | 5.3% |
| French Canadian | 29 | 0.2% |
| German | 2,540 | 14.1% |
| Greek | 43 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 37 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 110 | 0.6% |
| Hungarian | 209 | 1.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 7 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 2,959 | 16.4% |
| Italian | 783 | 4.3% |
| Jamaican | 19 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 114 | 0.6% |
| Lithuanian | 78 | 0.4% |
| Lumbee | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 341 | 1.9% |
| Native Hawaiian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 3 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 159 | 0.9% |
| Panamanian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 43 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 235 | 1.3% |
| Portuguese | 22 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 172 | 0.9% |
| Romanian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 124 | 0.7% |
| Salvadoran | 191 | 1.1% |
| Scandinavian | 66 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 189 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 341 | 1.9% |
| Seminole | 2 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 8 | 0.0% |
| South American | 55 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 14 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 32 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 41 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 57 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 48 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 208 | 1.1% | View All 67 Rows |
Immigrants in Gilchrist County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Gilchrist County came from Latin America (536 | 3.0%), Central America (457 | 2.5%), Mexico (188 | 1.0%), El Salvador (139 | 0.8%), and Asia (113 | 0.6%), together accounting for 7.9% of all Gilchrist County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Argentina | 8 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 113 | 0.6% |
| Brazil | 12 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 68 | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 55 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 457 | 2.5% |
| China | 7 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 31 | 0.2% |
| Dominica | 13 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 57 | 0.3% |
| El Salvador | 139 | 0.8% |
| Europe | 97 | 0.5% |
| Germany | 18 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 18 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 100 | 0.5% |
| Italy | 6 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 11 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 536 | 3.0% |
| Mexico | 188 | 1.0% |
| Panama | 12 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 106 | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 9 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 9 | 0.1% |
| South America | 24 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 106 | 0.6% |
| Southern Europe | 22 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 7 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 48 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 18 | 0.1% | View All 31 Rows |
Sex and Age in Gilchrist County
Sex and Age in Gilchrist County
The most populous age groups in Gilchrist County are 20 to 24 Years (805 | 8.6%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (747 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 518 (5.6%) | 419 (4.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 395 (4.2%) | 452 (5.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 631 (6.8%) | 488 (5.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 564 (6.0%) | 442 (5.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 805 (8.6%) | 461 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 700 (7.5%) | 444 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 507 (5.4%) | 453 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 621 (6.7%) | 512 (5.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 515 (5.5%) | 550 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 496 (5.3%) | 530 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 607 (6.5%) | 662 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 649 (7.0%) | 606 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 668 (7.2%) | 747 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 515 (5.5%) | 709 (8.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 478 (5.1%) | 370 (4.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 344 (3.7%) | 410 (4.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 169 (1.8%) | 239 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 138 (1.5%) | 256 (2.9%) |
| Total | 9,320 (100.0%) | 8,750 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Gilchrist County
Median Family Size in Gilchrist County
The median family size in Gilchrist County is 2.90 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,863 | 78.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (703 | 14.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.58 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,863 (78.0%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 384 (7.8%) | 2.68 |
| Single Female/Mother | 703 (14.2%) | 2.58 |
| Total Families | 4,950 (100.0%) | 2.90 |
Median Household Size in Gilchrist County
The median household size in Gilchrist County is 2.48 persons per household, with married-couple households (3,863 | 56.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.99 persons per household. non-family households (1,922 | 28.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,863 (56.2%) | 2.99 |
| Single Male/Father | 384 (5.6%) | 2.92 |
| Single Female/Mother | 703 (10.2%) | 2.92 |
| Non-family | 1,922 (28.0%) | 1.23 |
| Total Households | 6,872 (100.0%) | 2.48 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gilchrist County
Out of a total of 6,872 households in Gilchrist County, 4,950 (72.0%) are family households, while 1,922 (28.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,319, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,622.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,622 (23.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,319 (33.8%) | 252 (3.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,239 (18.0%) | 15 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 823 (12.0%) | 33 (0.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 431 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 103 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 35 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,950 (72.0%) | 1,922 (28.0%) |
Female Fertility in Gilchrist County
Fertility by Age in Gilchrist County
Average fertility rate in Gilchrist County is 80.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 144.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 196 (69.3%) | 144.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 87 (30.7%) | 50.0 |
| Total | 283 (100.0%) | 80.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gilchrist County
60.8% of women with births (283) in Gilchrist County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 82.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 19.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 157 (80.1%) | 39 (19.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 15 (17.2%) | 72 (82.8%) |
| Total | 172 (60.8%) | 111 (39.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Gilchrist County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 83 (29.3%) | 108.0 |
| High School Diploma | 71 (25.1%) | 74.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 86 (30.4%) | 64.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 43 (15.2%) | 101.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 283 (100.0%) | 80.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gilchrist County
39.2% of women with births in Gilchrist County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 97.7% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 50 (70.4%) | 21 (29.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 84 (97.7%) | 2 (2.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38 (88.4%) | 5 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 172 (60.8%) | 111 (39.2%) |
Income in Gilchrist County
Income Overview in Gilchrist County
Per Capita Income in Gilchrist County is $31,477, while median incomes of families and households are $71,467 and $56,823 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 18,070 | $31,477 |
| Median Family Income | 4,950 | $71,467 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,950 | $90,231 |
| Median Household Income | 6,872 | $56,823 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,872 | $80,346 |
| Income Deficit | 4,950 | $13,371 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 18,070 | 39.61% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 18,070 | 60.39¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 18,070 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Gilchrist County
Average Earnings in Gilchrist County are $32,970, $41,337 for men and $24,964 for women, a difference of 39.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,783 (54.9%) | $41,337 |
| Female | 3,935 (45.1%) | $24,964 |
| Total | 8,718 (100.0%) | $32,970 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gilchrist County
The most common earnings brackets in Gilchrist County are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (736 | 15.4%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (387 | 9.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 213 (4.4%) | 313 (8.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 42 (0.9%) | 92 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 153 (3.2%) | 118 (3.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 202 (4.2%) | 219 (5.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 137 (2.9%) | 82 (2.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 49 (1.0%) | 101 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 113 (2.4%) | 169 (4.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 108 (2.3%) | 379 (9.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 71 (1.5%) | 113 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 78 (1.6%) | 387 (9.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 736 (15.4%) | 269 (6.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 180 (3.8%) | 212 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 240 (5.0%) | 162 (4.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 210 (4.4%) | 176 (4.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 177 (3.7%) | 197 (5.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 193 (4.0%) | 238 (6.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 630 (13.2%) | 233 (5.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 200 (4.2%) | 207 (5.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 598 (12.5%) | 159 (4.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 453 (9.5%) | 109 (2.8%) |
| Total | 4,783 (100.0%) | 3,935 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gilchrist County
Average earnings in Gilchrist County are $53,447 for men and $28,361 for women, a difference of 46.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,442, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,703. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,889, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,231.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $53,974 | $23,231 |
| High School Diploma | $45,703 | $25,239 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $49,318 | $24,682 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $77,442 | $46,538 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $53,447 | $28,361 |
Family Income in Gilchrist County
Family Income Brackets in Gilchrist County
According to the Gilchrist County family income data, there are 980 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 50 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 243 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 50 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 267 | 5.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 411 | 8.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 688 | 13.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 980 | 19.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 797 | 16.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 960 | 19.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 292 | 5.9% |
| $200,000+ | 267 | 5.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gilchrist County
6-person families (96 | 1.9%) account for the highest median family income in Gilchrist County with $100,588 per family, while 2-person families (2,432 | 49.1%) have the highest median income of $33,125 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,432 (49.1%) | $66,250 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,313 (26.5%) | $68,542 |
| 4-Person Families | 697 (14.1%) | $63,996 |
| 5-Person Families | 395 (8.0%) | $79,685 |
| 6-Person Families | 96 (1.9%) | $100,588 |
| 7+ Person Families | 17 (0.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 4,950 (100.0%) | $71,467 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Gilchrist County
The median family income in Gilchrist County is $71,467, with families comprising 3+ earners (544) having the highest median family income of $120,938, while families with no earners (1,067) have the lowest median family income of $29,602, accounting for 11.0% and 21.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,067 (21.6%) | $29,602 |
| 1 Earner | 1,719 (34.7%) | $56,499 |
| 2 Earners | 1,620 (32.7%) | $94,239 |
| 3+ Earners | 544 (11.0%) | $120,938 |
| Total | 4,950 (100.0%) | $71,467 |
Household Income in Gilchrist County
Household Income Brackets in Gilchrist County
With 1,251 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Gilchrist County, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 247 households (3.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 543 | 7.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 247 | 3.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 694 | 10.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 591 | 8.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 935 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,251 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 866 | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,086 | 15.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 330 | 4.8% |
| $200,000+ | 337 | 4.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Gilchrist County
The median household income in Gilchrist County is $56,823, with the highest median household income of $65,819 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,785 households (40.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,603, with 179 households (2.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 179 (2.6%) | $39,603 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,844 (26.8%) | $58,607 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,785 (40.5%) | $65,819 |
| 65+ Years | 2,064 (30.0%) | $45,437 |
| Total | 6,872 (100.0%) | $56,823 |
Poverty in Gilchrist County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gilchrist County
With 11.0% poverty level for males and 13.9% for females among the residents of Gilchrist County, 55 to 64 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 244 males (19.1%) and 290 females (27.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 87 (17.7%) | 41 (9.9%) |
| 5 Years | 3 (7.0%) | 8 (8.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 94 (13.2%) | 150 (24.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 27 (12.2%) | 4 (2.1%) |
| 15 Years | 4 (13.3%) | 14 (12.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 8 (3.3%) | 22 (10.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 26 (3.1%) | 78 (13.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 72 (6.8%) | 164 (18.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 152 (16.0%) | 290 (27.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 62 (6.0%) | 91 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 244 (19.1%) | 183 (13.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 93 (9.5%) | 80 (7.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (10.2%) | 55 (7.4%) |
| Total | 935 (11.0%) | 1,180 (13.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gilchrist County
According to the poverty statistics in Gilchrist County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.9% of males and 97.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 405 (82.3%) | 374 (90.1%) |
| 5 Years | 40 (93.0%) | 84 (91.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 621 (86.9%) | 469 (75.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 194 (87.8%) | 187 (97.9%) |
| 15 Years | 26 (86.7%) | 96 (87.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 233 (96.7%) | 197 (89.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 801 (96.9%) | 496 (86.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 988 (93.2%) | 733 (81.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 800 (84.0%) | 772 (72.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 977 (94.0%) | 1,101 (92.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,032 (80.9%) | 1,157 (86.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 885 (90.5%) | 984 (92.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 557 (89.8%) | 685 (92.6%) |
| Total | 7,559 (89.0%) | 7,335 (86.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gilchrist County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gilchrist County show that 4.6% or 176 of the total 3,863 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.7%, comprising of 59 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.5%, which includes 10 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,445 (95.8%) | 107 (4.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 969 (94.3%) | 59 (5.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 273 (96.5%) | 10 (3.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,687 (95.4%) | 176 (4.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gilchrist County
According to the poverty data in Gilchrist County, 12.2% or 47 single-father households and 32.6% or 229 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (19.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (59.3%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 18 (19.2%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 29 (13.1%) | 212 (43.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (59.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 47 (12.2%) | 229 (32.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gilchrist County
The poverty data for Gilchrist County shows that 176 of the married-couple family households (4.6%) and 276 of the single-parent households (25.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 households (5.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 241 household (33.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 107 (4.2%) | 19 (6.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 59 (5.7%) | 241 (33.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (3.5%) | 16 (16.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 176 (4.6%) | 276 (25.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Gilchrist County
Employment by Class of Employer in Gilchrist County
Among the 7,396 employed individuals in Gilchrist County, private company employees (4,288 | 58.0%), local government employees (882 | 11.9%), and self-employed (incorporated) (651 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,288 | 58.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 651 | 8.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 323 | 4.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 651 | 8.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 882 | 11.9% |
| State Government Employees | 414 | 5.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 187 | 2.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 7,396 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Gilchrist County
According to the labor force statistics for Gilchrist County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,996), 52.3% or 7,843 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 243 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 80.1% or 1,838 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.7% or 97 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 217 (26.0%) | 7 (3.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 904 (71.4%) | 97 (10.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 874 (76.4%) | 42 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 740 (77.1%) | 18 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,525 (69.4%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,838 (80.1%) | 42 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 766 (61.0%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 596 (42.1%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 375 (18.1%) | 26 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,843 (52.3%) | 243 (3.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gilchrist County
According to labor force statistics for Gilchrist County, 68.4% of individuals (6,339) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,267) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 114 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 81.8% or 1,094 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.5% or 15 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 601 (43.8%) | 34 (2.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,358 (68.8%) | 86 (2.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,287 (73.1%) | 56 (1.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,094 (81.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,339 (68.4%) | 167 (1.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Gilchrist County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gilchrist County are Management (830 | 10.9%), Community & Social Service (643 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (574 | 7.5%), Education Instruction & Library (477 | 6.3%), and Health Technologists (302 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gilchrist County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.3%), and Health Technologists (89.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 587 (70.7%) | 243 (29.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 94 (43.5%) | 122 (56.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 62 (77.5%) | 18 (22.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 (35.7%) | 18 (64.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 120 (18.7%) | 523 (81.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 57 (60.6%) | 37 (39.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 7 (20.6%) | 27 (79.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 56 (11.7%) | 421 (88.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 50 (8.7%) | 524 (91.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 31 (10.3%) | 271 (89.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 913 (39.0%) | 1,430 (61.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,164 (54.7%) | 3,442 (45.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Gilchrist County are Cleaning & Maintenance (450 | 5.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (432 | 5.7%), Healthcare Support (283 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (207 | 2.7%), and Law Enforcement (113 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Gilchrist County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (98.6%), and Law Enforcement (97.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (96.4%), Healthcare Support (91.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 23 (8.1%) | 260 (91.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 204 (98.6%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 94 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 110 (97.4%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 156 (36.1%) | 276 (63.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 314 (69.8%) | 136 (30.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 2 (3.6%) | 53 (96.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 699 (49.0%) | 728 (51.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,164 (54.7%) | 3,442 (45.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gilchrist County are Office & Administration (871 | 11.5%), and Sales & Related (693 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 246 (35.5%) | 447 (64.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 232 (26.6%) | 639 (73.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 478 (30.6%) | 1,086 (69.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,164 (54.7%) | 3,442 (45.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gilchrist County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (713 | 9.4%), Construction & Extraction (682 | 9.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (150 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 146 (97.3%) | 4 (2.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 672 (98.5%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 713 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,531 (99.1%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,164 (54.7%) | 3,442 (45.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gilchrist County are Production (374 | 4.9%), Material Moving (262 | 3.4%), and Transportation (91 | 1.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 333 (89.0%) | 41 (11.0%) |
| Transportation | 74 (81.3%) | 17 (18.7%) |
| Material Moving | 136 (51.9%) | 126 (48.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 543 (74.7%) | 184 (25.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,164 (54.7%) | 3,442 (45.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Gilchrist County
Employment Industries in Gilchrist County
The major employment industries in Gilchrist County include Retail Trade (1,144 | 15.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (927 | 12.2%), Construction (874 | 11.5%), Educational Services (836 | 11.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (523 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gilchrist County
The Gilchrist County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (97.0%), and Manufacturing (91.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (85.4%), and Educational Services (83.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 202 (70.9%) | 83 (29.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 86 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 747 (85.5%) | 127 (14.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 431 (91.9%) | 38 (8.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 44 (43.6%) | 57 (56.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 696 (60.8%) | 448 (39.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 215 (65.7%) | 112 (34.3%) |
| Utilities | 98 (97.0%) | 3 (3.0%) |
| Information | 33 (80.5%) | 8 (19.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 120 (60.3%) | 79 (39.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 108 (50.0%) | 108 (50.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 84 (41.0%) | 121 (59.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 342 (70.2%) | 145 (29.8%) |
| Educational Services | 135 (16.2%) | 701 (83.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 135 (14.6%) | 792 (85.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 22 (44.0%) | 28 (56.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 290 (55.4%) | 233 (44.6%) |
| Public Administration | 257 (54.0%) | 219 (46.0%) |
| Total | 4,164 (54.7%) | 3,442 (45.3%) |
Education in Gilchrist County
School Enrollment in Gilchrist County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,437 students in Gilchrist County are elementary school (909 | 26.5%), high school (850 | 24.7%), and middle school (778 | 22.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 238 | 6.9% |
| Kindergarten | 199 | 5.8% |
| Elementary School | 909 | 26.5% |
| Middle School | 778 | 22.6% |
| High School | 850 | 24.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 356 | 10.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 107 | 3.1% |
| Total | 3,437 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gilchrist County
Out of a total of 3,437 students who are enrolled in schools in Gilchrist County, 546 (15.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,891 (84.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 37 (31.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 80 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 185 (89.8%) | 21 (10.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 593 (73.2%) | 217 (26.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 905 (80.9%) | 214 (19.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 637 (93.5%) | 44 (6.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 156 (95.7%) | 7 (4.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 254 (97.7%) | 6 (2.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 81 (68.6%) | 37 (31.4%) |
| Total | 2,891 (84.1%) | 546 (15.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gilchrist County
Education (534 | 24.5%), science & technology (367 | 16.8%), business (308 | 14.1%), liberal arts & history (192 | 8.8%), and social sciences (163 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,182 individuals in Gilchrist County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 63 | 2.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 101 | 4.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 125 | 5.7% |
| Psychology | 105 | 4.8% |
| Social Sciences | 163 | 7.5% |
| Engineering | 34 | 1.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 6 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 367 | 16.8% |
| Business | 308 | 14.1% |
| Education | 534 | 24.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 72 | 3.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 192 | 8.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 8 | 0.4% |
| Communications | 36 | 1.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 68 | 3.1% |
| Total | 2,182 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Gilchrist County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gilchrist County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gilchrist County are males with 2 vehicles (1,377, accounting for 33.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,084, making up 41.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 229 (5.6%) | 147 (4.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 582 (14.2%) | 514 (15.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,377 (33.7%) | 1,084 (32.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,327 (32.5%) | 1,183 (35.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 402 (9.8%) | 252 (7.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 169 (4.1%) | 130 (3.9%) |
| Total | 4,086 (100.0%) | 3,310 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Gilchrist County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gilchrist County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,102 commuters, 15.5%), 45 to 59 minutes (1,070 commuters, 15.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (908 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 72 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 738 | 10.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 640 | 9.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 846 | 11.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 908 | 12.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 603 | 8.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,102 | 15.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 145 | 2.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 248 | 3.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,070 | 15.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 453 | 6.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 275 | 3.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Gilchrist County
The most common commute times in Gilchrist County are 30 to 34 minutes (584 commuters, 14.9%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (544 commuters, 17.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 58 (1.5%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 342 (8.7%) | 396 (12.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 349 (8.9%) | 291 (9.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 302 (7.7%) | 544 (17.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 529 (13.5%) | 379 (11.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 425 (10.8%) | 178 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 584 (14.9%) | 518 (16.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 44 (1.1%) | 101 (3.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 182 (4.6%) | 66 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 572 (14.6%) | 498 (15.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 374 (9.5%) | 79 (2.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 164 (4.2%) | 111 (3.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gilchrist County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Gilchrist County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (738, 18.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (788, 24.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 360 (9.2%) | 73 (2.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 184 (4.7%) | 34 (1.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 275 (7.0%) | 132 (4.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 583 (14.8%) | 220 (6.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 256 (6.5%) | 619 (19.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 738 (18.8%) | 788 (24.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 290 (7.4%) | 282 (8.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 645 (16.4%) | 466 (14.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 94 (2.4%) | 143 (4.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 159 (4.1%) | 99 (3.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 31 (0.8%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 56 (1.4%) | 24 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 101 (2.6%) | 76 (2.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 153 (3.9%) | 199 (6.3%) |
| Total | 3,925 (100.0%) | 3,175 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Gilchrist County
Occupancy by Ownership in Gilchrist County
Of the total 6,872 dwellings in Gilchrist County, owner-occupied units account for 5,684 (82.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,188 (17.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,684 | 82.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,188 | 17.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,872 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Gilchrist County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,622 | 23.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,571 | 37.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,254 | 18.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,425 | 20.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,872 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gilchrist County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,190 (73.4%) | 432 (26.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,393 (93.1%) | 178 (6.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,120 (89.3%) | 134 (10.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 981 (68.8%) | 444 (31.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,684 (82.7%) | 1,188 (17.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gilchrist County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 498 (49.6%) | 506 (50.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,856 (82.8%) | 387 (17.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,207 (92.1%) | 188 (7.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,123 (91.3%) | 107 (8.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gilchrist County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 949 | 13.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,074 | 15.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,175 | 17.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,610 | 23.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,258 | 18.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 621 | 9.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 185 | 2.7% |
| Total | 6,872 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Gilchrist County
Median Income by Occupancy in Gilchrist County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,684 (82.7%) | $64,198 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,188 (17.3%) | $33,468 |
| Average | 6,872 (100.0%) | $56,823 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gilchrist County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 166 (2.9%) | 208 (17.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 136 (2.4%) | 30 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 101 (1.8%) | 147 (12.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 366 (6.4%) | 66 (5.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 241 (4.2%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 431 (7.6%) | 158 (13.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 764 (13.4%) | 173 (14.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,057 (18.6%) | 191 (16.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 802 (14.1%) | 65 (5.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 964 (17.0%) | 120 (10.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 656 (11.5%) | 7 (0.6%) |
| Total | 5,684 (100.0%) | 1,188 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gilchrist County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 987 (17.4%) | 37 (3.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,283 (22.6%) | 115 (9.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,001 (17.6%) | 337 (28.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 280 (4.9%) | 275 (23.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,154 (20.3%) | 198 (16.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 643 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 245 (4.3%) | 17 (1.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 60 (1.1%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $3,000 or more | 31 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,684 (100.0%) | 1,188 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Gilchrist County
Housing Structures in Gilchrist County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,326 | 48.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 21 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 20 | 0.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 53 | 0.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 26 | 0.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 18 | 0.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3,408 | 49.6% |
| Total | 6,872 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gilchrist County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,960 (89.0%) | 366 (11.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 14 (70.0%) | 6 (30.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,689 (78.9%) | 719 (21.1%) |
| Total | 5,684 (82.7%) | 1,188 (17.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gilchrist County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 67 (1.2%) | 74 (6.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 231 (4.1%) | 216 (18.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,214 (39.0%) | 636 (53.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,126 (37.4%) | 234 (19.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,046 (18.4%) | 28 (2.4%) |
| Total | 5,684 (100.0%) | 1,188 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gilchrist County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 20 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 244 (4.3%) | 37 (3.1%) |
| Electricity | 5,251 (92.4%) | 1,123 (94.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 10 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 134 (2.4%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 25 (0.4%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| Total | 5,684 (100.0%) | 1,188 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Gilchrist County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 268 (4.7%) | 248 (20.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,472 (25.9%) | 617 (51.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,134 (37.5%) | 221 (18.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,810 (31.8%) | 102 (8.6%) |
| Total | 5,684 (100.0%) | 1,188 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Gilchrist County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gilchrist County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,842 | 2,842 |
| Median Property Value | $127,600 | $191,300 |
| Median Household Income | $48,011 | $396 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $369 | $31 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $961 | $125 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gilchrist County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 567 (20.0%) | 168 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 608 (21.4%) | 350 (12.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,088 (38.3%) | 1,626 (57.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 423 (14.9%) | 431 (15.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 117 (4.1%) | 196 (6.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 22 (0.8%) | 55 (1.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 17 (0.6%) | 16 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,842 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gilchrist County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 194 (6.8%) | 22 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 558 (19.6%) | 108 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 295 (10.4%) | 150 (5.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 409 (14.4%) | 136 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 603 (21.2%) | 355 (12.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 234 (8.2%) | 454 (16.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 289 (10.2%) | 568 (20.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 260 (9.1%) | 675 (23.7%) |
| Total | 2,842 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gilchrist County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,113 (39.2%) | 83,861 (2,950.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 492 (17.3%) | 1,028 (36.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 219 (7.7%) | 659 (23.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 931 (32.8%) | 525 (18.5%) |
| Total | 2,842 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gilchrist County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,077 (37.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 854 (30.0%) | 712 (25.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 731 (25.7%) | 597 (21.0%) |
| Total | 2,842 (100.0%) | 2,842 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Gilchrist County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gilchrist County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 955 (89.1%) | 117 (10.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,449 (93.8%) | 161 (6.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,160 (82.9%) | 239 (17.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,391 (79.7%) | 355 (20.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,454 (72.2%) | 560 (27.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,837 (82.3%) | 394 (17.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,138 (81.7%) | 478 (18.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,042 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,355 (99.6%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| Total | 14,781 (86.5%) | 2,309 (13.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gilchrist County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 955 (89.1%) | 117 (10.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,449 (93.8%) | 161 (6.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,160 (82.9%) | 239 (17.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gilchrist County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,595 (70.3%) | 673 (29.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,932 (84.9%) | 520 (15.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,613 (81.1%) | 607 (18.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,755 (93.8%) | 183 (6.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,866 (93.7%) | 326 (6.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gilchrist County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 507 (47.3%) | 489 (45.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 787 (30.1%) | 1,662 (63.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 248 (17.7%) | 928 (66.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 375 (21.5%) | 1,048 (60.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 355 (17.6%) | 1,156 (57.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 248 (11.1%) | 1,598 (71.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 603 (23.1%) | 1,711 (65.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,023 (99.1%) | 770 (37.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,346 (99.0%) | 642 (47.2%) |
| Total | 6,492 (38.0%) | 10,004 (58.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gilchrist County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 278 (22.0%) | 52 (4.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 270 (14.3%) | 197 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 627 (19.2%) | 361 (10.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 418 (42.7%) | 446 (41.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 432 (69.7%) | 370 (50.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gilchrist County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (0.9%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 138 (7.3%) | 22 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 159 (4.9%) | 103 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 164 (16.8%) | 133 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 358 (57.7%) | 133 (18.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (1.7%) | 9 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 21 (1.1%) | 139 (9.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 95 (2.9%) | 124 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 116 (11.9%) | 70 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (9.0%) | 58 (7.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 266 (21.0%) | 42 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 129 (6.8%) | 54 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 179 (5.5%) | 122 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (6.4%) | 125 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 113 (18.2%) | 131 (17.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (4.5%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.8%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 331 (10.1%) | 249 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 276 (28.2%) | 284 (26.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 178 (28.7%) | 247 (33.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 67 (5.3%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 128 (3.9%) | 73 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 95 (9.7%) | 72 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 94 (15.2%) | 71 (9.6%) |
Technology Access in Gilchrist County
Computing Device Access in Gilchrist County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,922 | 71.6% |
| Smartphone | 5,780 | 84.1% |
| Tablet | 4,088 | 59.5% |
| No Computing Device | 644 | 9.4% |
| Total | 6,872 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Gilchrist County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 27 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 3,362 | 48.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 977 | 14.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,145 | 16.7% |
| No Internet | 1,487 | 21.6% |
| Total | 6,872 | 100.0% |
Gilchrist County Summary
Gilchrist County is a county located in the north-central part of the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2010 census, the population was 16,939. Its county seat is Trenton. The county was created in 1925 and is named for Albert W. Gilchrist, Governor of Florida from 1909 to 1913.
Geography
Gilchrist County is located in the Big Bend region of Florida. It is bordered to the north by Alachua County, to the east by Suwannee County, to the south by Levy County, and to the west by Lafayette County. The county has a total area of 539 square miles, of which 535 square miles is land and 4.2 square miles (0.8%) is water.
The county is mostly rural, with the majority of the population living in the small towns of Trenton, Bell, and Fanning Springs. The county is home to several state parks, including Manatee Springs State Park, Fanning Springs State Park, and Troy Springs State Park.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 16,939 people, 6,717 households, and 4,817 families residing in the county. The population density was 31.6 people per square mile. There were 7,845 housing units at an average density of 14.7 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 87.3% White, 8.3% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. 6.3% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 6,717 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 24.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.95.
In the county, the population was spread out, with 23.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 26.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,917, and the median income for a family was $36,945. Males had a median income of $27,945 versus $20,813 for females. The per capita income for the county was $15,945. About 11.7% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Gilchrist County is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The county is home to several large farms, including cattle, poultry, and vegetable farms. The county is also home to several timber companies, which harvest and process timber for use in construction and other industries.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a plastics plant, and a metal fabrication plant. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
The county is served by the Suwannee River Regional Airport, which provides air service to the county and surrounding areas. The county is also served by several major highways, including U.S. Route 129, U.S. Route 19, and State Road 26.
Conclusion
Gilchrist County is a rural county located in the north-central part of Florida. The county is home to several state parks, farms, timber companies, and manufacturing companies. The county is served by the Suwannee River Regional Airport and several major highways. The population of the county is largely white, with a small percentage of African Americans, Native Americans, and Hispanics. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture and forestry, with some manufacturing and retail businesses.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Gilchrist County?
Total Population of Gilchrist County is 18,070.
What is the Total Male Population of Gilchrist County?
Total Male Population of Gilchrist County is 9,320.
What is the Total Female Population of Gilchrist County?
Total Female Population of Gilchrist County is 8,750.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gilchrist County?
There are 106.51 Males per 100 Females in Gilchrist County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gilchrist County?
There are 93.88 Females per 100 Males in Gilchrist County.
What is the Median Population Age in Gilchrist County?
Median Population Age in Gilchrist County is 42.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gilchrist County
Average Family Size in Gilchrist County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gilchrist County
Average Household Size in Gilchrist County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Gilchrist County?
Per Capita income in Gilchrist County is $31,477.
What is the Median Family Income in Gilchrist County?
Median Family Income in Gilchrist County is $71,467.
What is the Median Household income in Gilchrist County?
Median Household Income in Gilchrist County is $56,823.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gilchrist County?
Income or Wage Gap in Gilchrist County is 39.6%.
Women in Gilchrist County earn 60.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Gilchrist County?
Family Income Deficit in Gilchrist County is $13,371.
Families that are below poverty line in Gilchrist County earn $13,371 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gilchrist County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gilchrist County is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gilchrist County?
There are 7,843 People in the Labor Forcein in Gilchrist County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gilchrist County?
52.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Gilchrist County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gilchrist County?
Unemployment Rate in Gilchrist County is 3.1%.