Lafayette County, FL
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Lafayette County Overview
8,107
TOTAL POPULATION
4,919
MALE POPULATION
3,188
FEMALE POPULATION
154.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
64.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,073
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,633
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,852
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,221
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Lafayette County Area Codes
Race in Lafayette County
The most populous races in Lafayette County are White / Caucasian (6,319 | 77.9%), Black / African American (1,267 | 15.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,082 | 13.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 1,267 | 15.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,082 | 13.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 20 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,319 | 77.9% |
| Two or more Races | 357 | 4.4% |
| Some other Race | 142 | 1.8% |
| Total | 8,107 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Lafayette County
The most populous ancestries reported in Lafayette County are American (845 | 10.4%), Mexican (719 | 8.9%), English (610 | 7.5%), German (312 | 3.8%), and Irish (296 | 3.6%), together accounting for 34.3% of all Lafayette County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 41 | 0.5% |
| American | 845 | 10.4% |
| Bhutanese | 8 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 27 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 52 | 0.6% |
| Chilean | 19 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 20 | 0.3% |
| Croatian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 143 | 1.8% |
| Dominican | 66 | 0.8% |
| Dutch | 81 | 1.0% |
| English | 610 | 7.5% |
| European | 81 | 1.0% |
| French | 64 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 30 | 0.4% |
| German | 312 | 3.8% |
| Haitian | 65 | 0.8% |
| Honduran | 47 | 0.6% |
| Irish | 296 | 3.6% |
| Italian | 165 | 2.0% |
| Jamaican | 50 | 0.6% |
| Korean | 6 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 719 | 8.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 20 | 0.3% |
| Nicaraguan | 5 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 20 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 56 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 20 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 44 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 119 | 1.5% |
| South American | 39 | 0.5% |
| South American Indian | 20 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 41 | 0.5% |
| Swedish | 7 | 0.1% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 6 | 0.1% | View All 37 Rows |
Immigrants in Lafayette County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lafayette County came from Latin America (574 | 7.1%), Central America (394 | 4.9%), Mexico (347 | 4.3%), Caribbean (133 | 1.6%), and Cuba (97 | 1.2%), together accounting for 19.1% of all Lafayette County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Brazil | 27 | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 133 | 1.6% |
| Central America | 394 | 4.9% |
| Colombia | 20 | 0.3% |
| Cuba | 97 | 1.2% |
| Dominican Republic | 20 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 12 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 4 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 6 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 41 | 0.5% |
| Jamaica | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 574 | 7.1% |
| Mexico | 347 | 4.3% |
| South America | 47 | 0.6% |
| Western Europe | 4 | 0.1% | View All 16 Rows |
Sex and Age in Lafayette County
Sex and Age in Lafayette County
The most populous age groups in Lafayette County are 40 to 44 Years (548 | 11.1%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (288 | 9.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 119 (2.4%) | 202 (6.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 311 (6.3%) | 128 (4.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 199 (4.1%) | 209 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 194 (3.9%) | 288 (9.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 471 (9.6%) | 122 (3.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 273 (5.6%) | 160 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 390 (7.9%) | 279 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 440 (8.9%) | 214 (6.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 548 (11.1%) | 132 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 358 (7.3%) | 142 (4.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 356 (7.2%) | 141 (4.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 239 (4.9%) | 171 (5.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 285 (5.8%) | 183 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 419 (8.5%) | 268 (8.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 114 (2.3%) | 153 (4.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 84 (1.7%) | 200 (6.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 56 (1.1%) | 110 (3.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 63 (1.3%) | 86 (2.7%) |
| Total | 4,919 (100.0%) | 3,188 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Lafayette County
Median Family Size in Lafayette County
The median family size in Lafayette County is 3.26 persons per family, with single female/mother families (301 | 16.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.91 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (313 | 17.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.49 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,177 (65.7%) | 3.31 |
| Single Male/Father | 313 (17.5%) | 2.49 |
| Single Female/Mother | 301 (16.8%) | 3.91 |
| Total Families | 1,791 (100.0%) | 3.26 |
Median Household Size in Lafayette County
The median household size in Lafayette County is 2.64 persons per household, with single female/mother households (301 | 11.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.14 persons per household. non-family households (764 | 29.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,177 (46.1%) | 3.31 |
| Single Male/Father | 313 (12.2%) | 2.53 |
| Single Female/Mother | 301 (11.8%) | 4.14 |
| Non-family | 764 (29.9%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 2,555 (100.0%) | 2.64 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lafayette County
Out of a total of 2,555 households in Lafayette County, 1,791 (70.1%) are family households, while 764 (29.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 905, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 706.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 706 (27.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 905 (35.4%) | 58 (2.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 352 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 191 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 232 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 17 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 94 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,791 (70.1%) | 764 (29.9%) |
Female Fertility in Lafayette County
Fertility by Age in Lafayette County
Average fertility rate in Lafayette County is 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 72.0% 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 | 7 (28.0%) | 12.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 18 (72.0%) | 33.0 |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 18.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lafayette County
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Lafayette County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 12 (48.0%) | 42.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 13 (52.0%) | 28.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 18.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lafayette County
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Lafayette County
Income Overview in Lafayette County
Per Capita Income in Lafayette County is $20,073, while median incomes of families and households are $59,633 and $57,852 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 8,107 | $20,073 |
| Median Family Income | 1,791 | $59,633 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,791 | $65,157 |
| Median Household Income | 2,555 | $57,852 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,555 | $59,789 |
| Income Deficit | 1,791 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 8,107 | 26.60% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 8,107 | 73.40¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 8,107 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Lafayette County
Average Earnings in Lafayette County are $27,770, $33,931 for men and $24,907 for women, a difference of 26.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,941 (57.9%) | $33,931 |
| Female | 1,411 (42.1%) | $24,907 |
| Total | 3,352 (100.0%) | $27,770 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lafayette County
The most common earnings brackets in Lafayette County are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (299 | 15.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (261 | 18.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 205 (10.6%) | 90 (6.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 78 (4.0%) | 45 (3.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 53 (2.7%) | 17 (1.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 27 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 77 (4.0%) | 43 (3.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 68 (3.5%) | 93 (6.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 12 (0.6%) | 175 (12.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 20 (1.0%) | 34 (2.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 13 (0.7%) | 41 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 14 (0.7%) | 174 (12.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 260 (13.4%) | 261 (18.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 179 (9.2%) | 117 (8.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 24 (1.2%) | 17 (1.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 299 (15.4%) | 75 (5.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 159 (8.2%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 117 (6.0%) | 52 (3.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 74 (3.8%) | 45 (3.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 19 (1.0%) | 96 (6.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 79 (4.1%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 164 (8.5%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| Total | 1,941 (100.0%) | 1,411 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lafayette County
Average earnings in Lafayette County are $43,349 for men and $26,835 for women, a difference of 38.1%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $53,179, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $25,948. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,147, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $21,071.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $25,948 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $44,128 | $27,500 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,179 | $21,071 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $26,480 | $42,019 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $43,349 | $26,835 |
Family Income in Lafayette County
Family Income Brackets in Lafayette County
According to the Lafayette County family income data, there are 571 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 27 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 122 | 6.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 143 | 8.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 66 | 3.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 75 | 4.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 204 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 571 | 31.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 365 | 20.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 150 | 8.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 64 | 3.6% |
| $200,000+ | 27 | 1.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lafayette County
4-person families (189 | 10.5%) account for the highest median family income in Lafayette County with $89,750 per family, while 2-person families (909 | 50.7%) have the highest median income of $29,485 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 909 (50.7%) | $58,970 |
| 3-Person Families | 366 (20.4%) | $64,295 |
| 4-Person Families | 189 (10.5%) | $89,750 |
| 5-Person Families | 216 (12.1%) | $54,125 |
| 6-Person Families | 83 (4.6%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 28 (1.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,791 (100.0%) | $59,633 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lafayette County
The median family income in Lafayette County is $59,633, with families comprising 3+ earners (117) having the highest median family income of $118,286, while families with no earners (287) have the lowest median family income of $17,917, accounting for 6.5% and 16.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 287 (16.0%) | $17,917 |
| 1 Earner | 484 (27.0%) | $41,136 |
| 2 Earners | 903 (50.4%) | $63,239 |
| 3+ Earners | 117 (6.5%) | $118,286 |
| Total | 1,791 (100.0%) | $59,633 |
Household Income in Lafayette County
Household Income Brackets in Lafayette County
With 593 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lafayette County, accounting for 23.2% of all households. In contrast, only 28 households (1.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 220 | 8.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 217 | 8.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 271 | 10.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 89 | 3.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 360 | 14.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 593 | 23.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 455 | 17.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 184 | 7.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 138 | 5.4% |
| $200,000+ | 28 | 1.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Lafayette County
The median household income in Lafayette County is $57,852, with the highest median household income of $71,719 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 677 households (26.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,326, with 923 households (36.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 72 (2.8%) | $58,043 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 883 (34.6%) | $58,513 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 677 (26.5%) | $71,719 |
| 65+ Years | 923 (36.1%) | $38,326 |
| Total | 2,555 (100.0%) | $57,852 |
Poverty in Lafayette County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lafayette County
With 17.5% poverty level for males and 21.4% for females among the residents of Lafayette County, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 25 males (36.2%) and 123 females (60.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 123 (60.9%) |
| 5 Years | 25 (36.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 97 (25.7%) | 64 (20.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (13.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 17 (12.0%) | 34 (51.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 24 (5.4%) | 19 (7.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 54 (16.2%) | 111 (25.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 65 (12.3%) | 43 (12.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 150 (30.8%) | 15 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 41 (10.0%) | 156 (44.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 131 (28.5%) | 60 (14.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (16.9%) | 38 (10.3%) |
| Total | 630 (17.5%) | 676 (21.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lafayette County
According to the poverty statistics in Lafayette County, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 119 (100.0%) | 79 (39.1%) |
| 5 Years | 44 (63.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 280 (74.3%) | 245 (79.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 64 (100.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (87.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 125 (88.0%) | 32 (48.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 423 (94.6%) | 225 (92.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 280 (83.8%) | 328 (74.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 463 (87.7%) | 303 (87.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 337 (69.2%) | 268 (94.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 369 (90.0%) | 198 (55.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 329 (71.5%) | 361 (85.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 128 (83.1%) | 332 (89.7%) |
| Total | 2,961 (82.5%) | 2,486 (78.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lafayette County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lafayette County show that 10.1% or 119 of the total 1,177 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 12 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.1%, which includes 6 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 568 (87.1%) | 84 (12.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 283 (97.9%) | 6 (2.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 207 (92.4%) | 17 (7.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,058 (89.9%) | 119 (10.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lafayette County
According to the poverty data in Lafayette County, 19.8% or 62 single-father households and 45.2% or 136 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 households (59.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 66 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 16 (6.8%) | 17 (12.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 46 (59.7%) | 53 (55.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (100.0%) |
| Total | 62 (19.8%) | 136 (45.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lafayette County
The poverty data for Lafayette County shows that 119 of the married-couple family households (10.1%) and 198 of the single-parent households (32.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 66 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 84 (12.9%) | 33 (9.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 6 (2.1%) | 99 (57.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 17 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (100.0%) | 66 (100.0%) |
| Total | 119 (10.1%) | 198 (32.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Lafayette County
Employment by Class of Employer in Lafayette County
Among the 2,894 employed individuals in Lafayette County, private company employees (1,953 | 67.5%), state government employees (386 | 13.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (240 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,953 | 67.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 77 | 2.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 43 | 1.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 240 | 8.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 146 | 5.0% |
| State Government Employees | 386 | 13.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 49 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,894 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Lafayette County
According to the labor force statistics for Lafayette County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,839), 47.1% or 3,221 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.6% or 277 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 78.6% or 466 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.3% or 134 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 172 (45.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 466 (78.6%) | 91 (19.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 263 (60.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 350 (52.3%) | 134 (38.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 692 (51.9%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 455 (45.6%) | 10 (2.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 244 (59.5%) | 13 (5.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 202 (43.2%) | 5 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 325 (34.1%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 51 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,221 (47.1%) | 277 (8.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lafayette County
According to labor force statistics for Lafayette County, 51.2% of individuals (2,207) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,311) are in the labor force, with 8.1% or 179 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 55.8% or 1,193 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 21.8% or 86 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 395 (40.2%) | 214 (21.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,193 (55.8%) | 167 (7.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 429 (50.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 190 (55.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,207 (51.2%) | 349 (8.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Lafayette County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lafayette County are Community & Social Service (322 | 11.1%), Management (289 | 10.0%), Education Instruction & Library (160 | 5.5%), Education, Arts & Media (139 | 4.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (82 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lafayette County, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (85.6%), and Management (73.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 213 (73.7%) | 76 (26.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 166 (51.5%) | 156 (48.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 119 (85.6%) | 20 (14.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 24 (15.0%) | 136 (85.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 6 (7.3%) | 76 (92.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 385 (54.8%) | 318 (45.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,714 (59.0%) | 1,191 (41.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Lafayette County are Security & Protection (287 | 9.9%), Law Enforcement (262 | 9.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (244 | 8.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (184 | 6.3%), and Healthcare Support (153 | 5.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Lafayette County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (94.7%), Security & Protection (94.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (92.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (82.4%), and Healthcare Support (39.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 92 (60.1%) | 61 (39.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 271 (94.4%) | 16 (5.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 23 (92.0%) | 2 (8.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 248 (94.7%) | 14 (5.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 43 (17.6%) | 201 (82.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 151 (82.1%) | 33 (17.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 557 (60.0%) | 371 (40.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,714 (59.0%) | 1,191 (41.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lafayette County are Office & Administration (221 | 7.6%), and Sales & Related (184 | 6.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 63 (34.2%) | 121 (65.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 19 (8.6%) | 202 (91.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 82 (20.3%) | 323 (79.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,714 (59.0%) | 1,191 (41.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lafayette County are Construction & Extraction (344 | 11.8%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (168 | 5.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (45 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 81 (48.2%) | 87 (51.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 344 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 470 (84.4%) | 87 (15.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,714 (59.0%) | 1,191 (41.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lafayette County are Transportation (122 | 4.2%), Production (102 | 3.5%), and Material Moving (88 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 35 (34.3%) | 67 (65.7%) |
| Transportation | 97 (79.5%) | 25 (20.5%) |
| Material Moving | 88 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 220 (70.5%) | 92 (29.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,714 (59.0%) | 1,191 (41.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Lafayette County
Employment Industries in Lafayette County
The major employment industries in Lafayette County include Public Administration (372 | 12.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (343 | 11.8%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (325 | 11.2%), Construction (304 | 10.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (280 | 9.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lafayette County
The Lafayette County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Educational Services (84.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 193 (59.4%) | 132 (40.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 304 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 125 (60.7%) | 81 (39.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 103 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 152 (61.3%) | 96 (38.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 17 (51.5%) | 16 (48.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 24 (80.0%) | 6 (20.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 46 (59.0%) | 32 (41.0%) |
| Educational Services | 24 (15.3%) | 133 (84.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 130 (37.9%) | 213 (62.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 84 (30.0%) | 196 (70.0%) |
| Public Administration | 269 (72.3%) | 103 (27.7%) |
| Total | 1,714 (59.0%) | 1,191 (41.0%) |
Education in Lafayette County
School Enrollment in Lafayette County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,720 students in Lafayette County are high school (420 | 24.4%), college / undergraduate (415 | 24.1%), and elementary school (380 | 22.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 54 | 3.1% |
| Kindergarten | 129 | 7.5% |
| Elementary School | 380 | 22.1% |
| Middle School | 309 | 18.0% |
| High School | 420 | 24.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 415 | 24.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 13 | 0.8% |
| Total | 1,720 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lafayette County
Out of a total of 1,720 students who are enrolled in schools in Lafayette County, 165 (9.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,555 (90.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 22 (48.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 170 (97.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 23 (51.1%) | 22 (48.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 388 (92.6%) | 31 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 381 (95.3%) | 19 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 259 (89.3%) | 31 (10.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 170 (97.7%) | 4 (2.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 195 (93.8%) | 13 (6.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 71 (78.9%) | 19 (21.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 68 (72.3%) | 26 (27.7%) |
| Total | 1,555 (90.4%) | 165 (9.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lafayette County
Education (148 | 29.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (81 | 16.1%), psychology (68 | 13.6%), business (47 | 9.4%), and science & technology (46 | 9.2%) are the most common fields of study among 502 individuals in Lafayette County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 81 | 16.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 68 | 13.6% |
| Social Sciences | 34 | 6.8% |
| Engineering | 15 | 3.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 4 | 0.8% |
| Science & Technology | 46 | 9.2% |
| Business | 47 | 9.4% |
| Education | 148 | 29.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 8 | 1.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 13 | 2.6% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 38 | 7.6% |
| Total | 502 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Lafayette County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lafayette County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lafayette County are males with 2 vehicles (570, accounting for 33.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (430, making up 48.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 24 (1.4%) | 9 (0.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 513 (30.1%) | 235 (19.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 570 (33.4%) | 430 (36.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 520 (30.5%) | 441 (37.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 48 (2.8%) | 55 (4.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 30 (1.8%) | 16 (1.3%) |
| Total | 1,705 (100.0%) | 1,186 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Lafayette County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lafayette County are 30 to 34 minutes (755 commuters, 26.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (643 commuters, 22.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (372 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 202 | 7.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 147 | 5.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 643 | 22.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 372 | 13.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 135 | 4.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 135 | 4.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 755 | 26.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 5 | 0.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 96 | 3.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 138 | 4.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 115 | 4.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 94 | 3.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Lafayette County
The most common commute times in Lafayette County are 30 to 34 minutes (431 commuters, 25.3%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (324 commuters, 28.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 111 (6.5%) | 91 (8.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 69 (4.1%) | 78 (6.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 361 (21.2%) | 282 (24.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 313 (18.4%) | 59 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 78 (4.6%) | 57 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 19 (1.1%) | 116 (10.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 431 (25.3%) | 324 (28.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 48 (2.8%) | 48 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 73 (4.3%) | 65 (5.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 115 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 84 (4.9%) | 10 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lafayette County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Lafayette County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (294, 17.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (332, 29.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 102 (6.0%) | 119 (10.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 146 (8.6%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 12 (0.7%) | 32 (2.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 294 (17.3%) | 94 (8.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 112 (6.6%) | 92 (8.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 179 (10.5%) | 332 (29.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 244 (14.3%) | 185 (16.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 62 (3.6%) | 48 (4.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 58 (3.4%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 156 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 3 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 152 (8.9%) | 190 (16.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 182 (10.7%) | 21 (1.8%) |
| Total | 1,702 (100.0%) | 1,135 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Lafayette County
Occupancy by Ownership in Lafayette County
Of the total 2,555 dwellings in Lafayette County, owner-occupied units account for 2,057 (80.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 498 (19.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,057 | 80.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 498 | 19.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,555 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Lafayette County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 706 | 27.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 963 | 37.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 352 | 13.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 534 | 20.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,555 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lafayette County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 451 (63.9%) | 255 (36.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 847 (87.9%) | 116 (12.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 341 (96.9%) | 11 (3.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 418 (78.3%) | 116 (21.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,057 (80.5%) | 498 (19.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lafayette County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 142 (45.2%) | 172 (54.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,203 (87.1%) | 179 (13.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 542 (78.7%) | 147 (21.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 170 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lafayette County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 419 | 16.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 536 | 21.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 242 | 9.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 435 | 17.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 568 | 22.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 314 | 12.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 41 | 1.6% |
| Total | 2,555 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Lafayette County
Median Income by Occupancy in Lafayette County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,057 (80.5%) | $59,010 |
| Renter-Occupied | 498 (19.5%) | $22,333 |
| Average | 2,555 (100.0%) | $57,852 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lafayette County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 107 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 51 (2.5%) | 63 (12.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 73 (3.5%) | 145 (29.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 135 (6.6%) | 13 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 67 (3.3%) | 55 (11.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 71 (3.5%) | 19 (3.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 301 (14.6%) | 60 (12.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 579 (28.1%) | 14 (2.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 414 (20.1%) | 40 (8.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 167 (8.1%) | 16 (3.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 92 (4.5%) | 73 (14.7%) |
| Total | 2,057 (100.0%) | 498 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lafayette County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 450 (21.9%) | 53 (10.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 708 (34.4%) | 45 (9.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 244 (11.9%) | 32 (6.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 184 (8.9%) | 55 (11.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 352 (17.1%) | 107 (21.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 82 (4.0%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 35 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,057 (100.0%) | 498 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Lafayette County
Housing Structures in Lafayette County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,290 | 50.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 4 | 0.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 78 | 3.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 18 | 0.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,165 | 45.6% |
| Total | 2,555 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lafayette County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,080 (83.7%) | 210 (16.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 78 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 959 (82.3%) | 206 (17.7%) |
| Total | 2,057 (80.5%) | 498 (19.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lafayette County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 27 (1.3%) | 27 (5.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 51 (2.5%) | 43 (8.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,058 (51.4%) | 372 (74.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 599 (29.1%) | 50 (10.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 322 (15.7%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| Total | 2,057 (100.0%) | 498 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lafayette County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 25 (1.2%) | 18 (3.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 249 (12.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,732 (84.2%) | 480 (96.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 10 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 41 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,057 (100.0%) | 498 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Lafayette County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 33 (1.6%) | 14 (2.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 679 (33.0%) | 367 (73.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 735 (35.7%) | 87 (17.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 610 (29.6%) | 30 (6.0%) |
| Total | 2,057 (100.0%) | 498 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Lafayette County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lafayette County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,407 | 650 |
| Median Property Value | $111,700 | $130,700 |
| Median Household Income | $58,494 | $6 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $340 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $726 | $62 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lafayette County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 440 (31.3%) | 60 (9.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 165 (11.7%) | 119 (18.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 688 (48.9%) | 441 (67.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 61 (4.3%) | 20 (3.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 51 (3.6%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,407 (100.0%) | 650 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lafayette County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 158 (11.2%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 207 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 71 (5.1%) | 68 (10.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 149 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 416 (29.6%) | 152 (23.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 204 (14.5%) | 163 (25.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 116 (8.2%) | 210 (32.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 86 (6.1%) | 51 (7.9%) |
| Total | 1,407 (100.0%) | 650 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lafayette County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 759 (53.9%) | 61,739 (9,498.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 177 (12.6%) | 351 (54.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 78 (5.5%) | 95 (14.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 338 (24.0%) | 70 (10.8%) |
| Total | 1,407 (100.0%) | 650 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lafayette County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 667 (47.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 303 (21.5%) | 132 (20.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 316 (22.5%) | 356 (54.8%) |
| Total | 1,407 (100.0%) | 650 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Lafayette County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lafayette County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 339 (86.9%) | 51 (13.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,004 (90.0%) | 111 (10.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 573 (86.8%) | 87 (13.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 564 (77.0%) | 168 (23.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 787 (90.0%) | 87 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 511 (66.4%) | 259 (33.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 593 (77.6%) | 171 (22.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 805 (91.4%) | 76 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 524 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,700 (85.0%) | 1,010 (15.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lafayette County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 339 (86.9%) | 51 (13.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,004 (90.0%) | 111 (10.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 573 (86.8%) | 87 (13.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lafayette County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,176 (76.3%) | 366 (23.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,097 (86.7%) | 168 (13.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,382 (81.8%) | 307 (18.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,243 (93.9%) | 81 (6.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 802 (90.4%) | 85 (9.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lafayette County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 225 (57.7%) | 135 (34.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 468 (42.0%) | 556 (49.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 160 (24.2%) | 432 (65.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 202 (27.6%) | 362 (49.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 141 (16.1%) | 646 (73.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 183 (23.8%) | 341 (44.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 169 (22.1%) | 443 (58.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 805 (91.4%) | 416 (47.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 519 (99.1%) | 250 (47.7%) |
| Total | 2,872 (42.8%) | 3,581 (53.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lafayette County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 33 (5.1%) | 41 (8.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 69 (9.3%) | 148 (21.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 372 (26.1%) | 196 (19.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 148 (32.2%) | 112 (26.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (48.7%) | 215 (58.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lafayette County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 146 (10.2%) | 32 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 57 (12.4%) | 29 (6.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (33.8%) | 98 (26.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28 (6.1%) | 74 (17.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (14.3%) | 71 (19.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (2.0%) | 41 (8.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 19 (2.6%) | 93 (13.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 155 (10.9%) | 109 (11.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (10.2%) | 15 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (11.0%) | 45 (12.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 36 (4.9%) | 28 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 149 (10.5%) | 76 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 96 (20.9%) | 86 (20.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (31.2%) | 162 (43.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (3.1%) | 27 (5.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (2.6%) | 49 (11.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (16.2%) | 65 (17.6%) |
Technology Access in Lafayette County
Computing Device Access in Lafayette County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,624 | 63.6% |
| Smartphone | 2,176 | 85.2% |
| Tablet | 996 | 39.0% |
| No Computing Device | 205 | 8.0% |
| Total | 2,555 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Lafayette County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,433 | 56.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 458 | 17.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 374 | 14.6% |
| No Internet | 358 | 14.0% |
| Total | 2,555 | 100.0% |
Lafayette County Summary
Lafayette County is located in the north central part of the state of Florida, in the United States. It is bordered by Madison County to the north, Taylor County to the east, Suwannee County to the south, and Dixie County to the west. The county seat is Mayo, and the largest city is Mayo. The county was created in 1856 and named for the Marquis de Lafayette, a French military hero who fought in the American Revolutionary War.
Geography
Lafayette County covers an area of 545 square miles, of which 544 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water. The county is located in the Big Bend region of Florida, and is mostly rural and agricultural. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The highest point in the county is the summit of Pine Hill, which is located in the northern part of the county and has an elevation of 140 feet. The county is drained by the Suwannee River, which forms the western boundary of the county.
Climate
Lafayette County has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F, and the average annual precipitation is 54 inches. The wettest month is June, with an average of 6.5 inches of rain, and the driest month is October, with an average of 2.5 inches of rain.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 8,870 people, 3,521 households, and 2,521 families living in the county. The population density was 16 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 17.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the county was $15,845. About 17.2% of families and 21.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Lafayette County is largely rural and agricultural, and the economy is based on farming and timber. The county is home to several large timber companies, and the timber industry is the largest employer in the county. Other major industries include poultry farming, cattle ranching, and tourism. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The county is served by two major highways, US 27 and US 129, and is home to the Mayo Correctional Institution, a state prison. The county also has several public parks, including Lafayette Blue Springs State Park, which is a popular destination for swimming, fishing, and camping.
Conclusion
Lafayette County is a rural county located in the north central part of the state of Florida. It is mostly agricultural, with the timber industry being the largest employer in the county. The county is home to several small businesses, and is served by two major highways. The county is also home to several public parks, including Lafayette Blue Springs State Park. The population of the county is 8,870, and the median income for a household is $30,938.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Lafayette County?
Total Population of Lafayette County is 8,107.
What is the Total Male Population of Lafayette County?
Total Male Population of Lafayette County is 4,919.
What is the Total Female Population of Lafayette County?
Total Female Population of Lafayette County is 3,188.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lafayette County?
There are 154.30 Males per 100 Females in Lafayette County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lafayette County?
There are 64.81 Females per 100 Males in Lafayette County.
What is the Median Population Age in Lafayette County?
Median Population Age in Lafayette County is 40.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lafayette County
Average Family Size in Lafayette County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lafayette County
Average Household Size in Lafayette County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lafayette County?
Per Capita income in Lafayette County is $20,073.
What is the Median Family Income in Lafayette County?
Median Family Income in Lafayette County is $59,633.
What is the Median Household income in Lafayette County?
Median Household Income in Lafayette County is $57,852.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lafayette County?
Income or Wage Gap in Lafayette County is 26.6%.
Women in Lafayette County earn 73.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lafayette County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lafayette County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lafayette County?
There are 3,221 People in the Labor Forcein in Lafayette County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lafayette County?
47.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Lafayette County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lafayette County?
Unemployment Rate in Lafayette County is 8.6%.