Blakely, GA

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Blakely Overview

5,299
TOTAL POPULATION
2,274
MALE POPULATION
3,025
FEMALE POPULATION
75.17
MALES / 100 FEMALES
133.03
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,779
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,906
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,008
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,506
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,231
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Blakely Zip Codes

Blakely Area Codes

Race in Blakely

The most populous races in Blakely are Black / African American (4,008 | 75.6%), White / Caucasian (1,260 | 23.8%), and Two or more Races (31 | 0.6%).
Race in Blakely
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American4,00875.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino130.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,26023.8%
Two or more Races310.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total5,299100.0%

Ancestry in Blakely

The most populous ancestries reported in Blakely are American (292 | 5.5%), Subsaharan African (118 | 2.2%), African (111 | 2.1%), English (82 | 1.5%), and Irish (47 | 0.9%), together accounting for 12.3% of all Blakely residents.
Ancestry in Blakely
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1112.1%
American2925.5%
British West Indian190.4%
Eastern European100.2%
English821.5%
French110.2%
German270.5%
Irish470.9%
Italian180.3%
Lithuanian30.1%
Mexican130.3%
Nigerian70.1%
Portuguese50.1%
Scotch-Irish10.0%
Subsaharan African1182.2%
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Immigrants in Blakely

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Blakely came from Central America (6 | 0.1%), Latin America (6 | 0.1%), and Mexico (6 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.3% of all Blakely residents.
Immigrants in Blakely
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America60.1%
Latin America60.1%
Mexico60.1%
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Sex and Age in Blakely

Sex and Age in Blakely

The most populous age groups in Blakely are 10 to 14 Years (367 | 16.1%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (314 | 10.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Blakely
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years177 (7.8%)251 (8.3%)
5 to 9 Years107 (4.7%)176 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Years367 (16.1%)257 (8.5%)
15 to 19 Years212 (9.3%)314 (10.4%)
20 to 24 Years319 (14.0%)269 (8.9%)
25 to 29 Years53 (2.3%)88 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Years108 (4.8%)165 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Years68 (3.0%)165 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years194 (8.5%)265 (8.8%)
45 to 49 Years191 (8.4%)176 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years126 (5.5%)131 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years78 (3.4%)123 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years13 (0.6%)152 (5.0%)
65 to 69 Years137 (6.0%)172 (5.7%)
70 to 74 Years46 (2.0%)106 (3.5%)
75 to 79 Years60 (2.6%)57 (1.9%)
80 to 84 Years5 (0.2%)56 (1.8%)
85 Years and over13 (0.6%)102 (3.4%)
Total2,274 (100.0%)3,025 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Blakely

Median Family Size in Blakely

The median family size in Blakely is 3.74 persons per family, with married-couple families (651 | 52.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.83 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (60 | 4.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.77 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Blakely
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple651 (52.7%)3.83
Single Male/Father60 (4.9%)2.77
Single Female/Mother525 (42.5%)3.74
Total Families1,236 (100.0%)3.74

Median Household Size in Blakely

The median household size in Blakely is 3.21 persons per household, with single female/mother households (525 | 32.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.88 persons per household. non-family households (374 | 23.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Blakely
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple651 (40.4%)3.85
Single Male/Father60 (3.7%)2.82
Single Female/Mother525 (32.6%)3.88
Non-family374 (23.2%)1.21
Total Households1,610 (100.0%)3.21

Household Size by Marriage Status in Blakely

Out of a total of 1,610 households in Blakely, 1,236 (76.8%) are family households, while 374 (23.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 523, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 342.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Blakely
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-342 (21.2%)
2-Person Households523 (32.5%)21 (1.3%)
3-Person Households154 (9.6%)4 (0.3%)
4-Person Households250 (15.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households201 (12.5%)7 (0.4%)
6-Person Households66 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households42 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,236 (76.8%)374 (23.2%)

Female Fertility in Blakely

Fertility by Age in Blakely

Average fertility rate in Blakely is 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 77.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Blakely
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (22.7%)19.0
35 to 50 years34 (77.3%)55.0
Total44 (100.0%)30.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blakely

22.7% of women with births (44) in Blakely are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Blakely
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Total10 (22.7%)34 (77.3%)

Fertility by Education in Blakely

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Blakely
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma34 (77.3%)75.0
College or Associate's Degree10 (22.7%)22.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total44 (100.0%)30.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blakely

77.3% of women with births in Blakely are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Blakely
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (22.7%)34 (77.3%)

Income in Blakely

Income Overview in Blakely

Per Capita Income in Blakely is $17,779, while median incomes of families and households are $53,906 and $43,008 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,299$17,779
Median Family Income1,236$53,906
Mean Family Income1,236$60,594
Median Household Income1,610$43,008
Mean Household Income1,610$54,095
Income Deficit1,236$12,506
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,29930.39%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,29969.61¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,2990.42

Earnings by Sex in Blakely

Average Earnings in Blakely are $24,702, $28,298 for men and $19,698 for women, a difference of 30.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Blakely
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male967 (41.3%)$28,298
Female1,373 (58.7%)$19,698
Total2,340 (100.0%)$24,702

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blakely

The most common earnings brackets in Blakely are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (150 | 15.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (196 | 14.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Blakely
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (3.2%)75 (5.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99914 (1.5%)76 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49933 (3.4%)34 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99919 (2.0%)27 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49926 (2.7%)163 (11.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99969 (7.1%)164 (11.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49974 (7.6%)93 (6.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (0.8%)62 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49952 (5.4%)17 (1.2%)
$22,500 to $24,99996 (9.9%)55 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999150 (15.5%)196 (14.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99965 (6.7%)79 (5.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99910 (1.0%)32 (2.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99959 (6.1%)37 (2.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99944 (4.5%)30 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99920 (2.1%)17 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99936 (3.7%)132 (9.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99920 (2.1%)59 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99961 (6.3%)25 (1.8%)
$100,000+80 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total967 (100.0%)1,373 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blakely

Average earnings in Blakely are $34,750 for men and $27,021 for women, a difference of 22.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $115,417, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $33,967. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,694, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $25,481.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Blakely
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$43,880$30,391
High School Diploma$33,967$26,085
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$115,417$45,694
Graduate Degree--
Total$34,750$27,021

Family Income in Blakely

Family Income Brackets in Blakely

According to the Blakely family income data, there are 260 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.0% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Blakely
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000796.4%
$10,000 to $14,999443.6%
$15,000 to $24,99915012.1%
$25,000 to $34,99913110.6%
$35,000 to $49,99919315.6%
$50,000 to $74,99926021.0%
$75,000 to $99,99919415.7%
$100,000 to $149,9991098.8%
$150,000 to $199,999735.9%
$200,000+20.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blakely

4-person families (247 | 20.0%) account for the highest median family income in Blakely with $59,656 per family, while 2-person families (540 | 43.7%) have the highest median income of $21,908 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Blakely
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families540 (43.7%)$43,816
3-Person Families146 (11.8%)$51,667
4-Person Families247 (20.0%)$59,656
5-Person Families239 (19.3%)$0
6-Person Families22 (1.8%)$0
7+ Person Families42 (3.4%)$2,499
Total1,236 (100.0%)$53,906

Family Income by Number of Earners in Blakely

Family Income by Number of Earners in Blakely
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners197 (15.9%)$0
1 Earner391 (31.6%)$29,896
2 Earners501 (40.5%)$68,935
3+ Earners147 (11.9%)$88,438
Total1,236 (100.0%)$53,906

Household Income in Blakely

Household Income Brackets in Blakely

With 295 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Blakely, accounting for 18.3% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Blakely
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001217.5%
$10,000 to $14,999805.0%
$15,000 to $24,99929518.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991509.3%
$35,000 to $49,99926616.5%
$50,000 to $74,99929018.0%
$75,000 to $99,99921313.2%
$100,000 to $149,9991217.5%
$150,000 to $199,999744.6%
$200,000+30.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Blakely

The median household income in Blakely is $43,008, with the highest median household income of $57,326 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 552 households (34.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,917, with 117 households (7.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Blakely
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years117 (7.3%)$27,917
25 to 44 Years447 (27.8%)$38,590
45 to 64 Years552 (34.3%)$57,326
65+ Years494 (30.7%)$37,115
Total1,610 (100.0%)$43,008

Poverty in Blakely

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blakely

With 23.7% poverty level for males and 32.1% for females among the residents of Blakely, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 130 males (73.5%) and 75 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Blakely
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years130 (73.5%)98 (39.0%)
5 Years13 (59.1%)75 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years111 (46.8%)73 (49.0%)
12 to 14 Years113 (52.6%)37 (17.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years36 (39.1%)41 (36.9%)
18 to 24 Years12 (3.2%)105 (23.9%)
25 to 34 Years18 (12.1%)114 (45.1%)
35 to 44 Years34 (13.2%)164 (38.1%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)33 (11.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (4.6%)122 (44.4%)
65 to 74 Years49 (29.7%)55 (20.5%)
75 Years and over5 (6.9%)32 (19.6%)
Total525 (23.7%)949 (32.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blakely

According to the poverty statistics in Blakely, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Blakely
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (26.6%)153 (61.0%)
5 Years9 (40.9%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years126 (53.2%)76 (51.0%)
12 to 14 Years102 (47.4%)172 (82.3%)
15 Years53 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years56 (60.9%)70 (63.1%)
18 to 24 Years358 (96.8%)334 (76.1%)
25 to 34 Years131 (87.9%)139 (54.9%)
35 to 44 Years223 (86.8%)266 (61.9%)
45 to 54 Years314 (100.0%)268 (89.0%)
55 to 64 Years83 (95.4%)153 (55.6%)
65 to 74 Years116 (70.3%)213 (79.5%)
75 Years and over68 (93.1%)131 (80.4%)
Total1,686 (76.3%)2,006 (67.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blakely

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Blakely show that 8.9% or 58 of the total 651 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 9.7%, comprising of 30 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 8.0%, which includes 20 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Blakely
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children281 (90.3%)30 (9.7%)
1 or 2 Children229 (92.0%)20 (8.0%)
3 or 4 Children83 (91.2%)8 (8.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total593 (91.1%)58 (8.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blakely

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Blakely
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)56 (28.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)67 (39.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)88 (65.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)236 (45.0%)

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

The poverty data for Blakely shows that 58 of the married-couple family households (8.9%) and 236 of the single-parent households (40.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 households (9.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Blakely
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children30 (9.7%)56 (22.1%)
1 or 2 Children20 (8.0%)67 (39.2%)
3 or 4 Children8 (8.8%)88 (65.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Total58 (8.9%)236 (40.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Blakely

Employment by Class of Employer in Blakely

Among the 2,105 employed individuals in Blakely, private company employees (1,385 | 65.8%), local government employees (235 | 11.2%), and state government employees (194 | 9.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Blakely
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,38565.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)673.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)371.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations231.1%
Local Government Employees23511.2%
State Government Employees1949.2%
Federal Government Employees1537.3%
Unpaid Family Workers110.5%
Total2,105100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Blakely

According to the labor force statistics for Blakely, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,880), 57.5% or 2,231 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 125 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 92.2% or 130 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 41.5% or 54 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Blakely
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years189 (42.8%)20 (10.6%)
20 to 24 Years458 (77.9%)14 (3.0%)
25 to 29 Years130 (92.2%)54 (41.5%)
30 to 34 Years228 (83.5%)8 (3.5%)
35 to 44 Years446 (64.5%)22 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years473 (75.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years104 (51.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years65 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years132 (28.6%)7 (5.3%)
75 Years and over6 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,231 (57.5%)125 (5.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blakely

According to labor force statistics for Blakely, 69.0% of individuals (1,446) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,096) are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 84 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 85.2% or 511 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.3% or 48 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Blakely
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School236 (56.9%)23 (5.5%)
High School Diploma518 (60.0%)80 (9.3%)
College / Associate Degree511 (85.2%)27 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher181 (83.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,446 (69.0%)122 (5.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Blakely

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blakely are Community & Social Service (233 | 11.2%), Education Instruction & Library (169 | 8.1%), Management (109 | 5.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (92 | 4.4%), and Health Technologists (51 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Blakely

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Blakely, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Management (32.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Blakely
OccupationMaleFemale
Management35 (32.1%)74 (67.9%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 39 (16.7%)194 (83.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library37 (21.9%)132 (78.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)92 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Total (Category)116 (24.0%)367 (76.0%)
Total (Overall)922 (44.4%)1,154 (55.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Blakely are Food Preparation & Serving (177 | 8.5%), Healthcare Support (144 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (138 | 6.7%), Security & Protection (34 | 1.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (25 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Blakely

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Blakely, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (64.0%), Security & Protection (47.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (44.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Blakely
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)144 (100.0%)
Security & Protection16 (47.1%)18 (52.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving48 (27.1%)129 (72.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance61 (44.2%)77 (55.8%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Total (Category)125 (24.2%)392 (75.8%)
Total (Overall)922 (44.4%)1,154 (55.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Blakely are Office & Administration (245 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (181 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Blakely

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Blakely
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related47 (26.0%)134 (74.0%)
Office & Administration67 (27.4%)178 (72.7%)
Total (Category)114 (26.8%)312 (73.2%)
Total (Overall)922 (44.4%)1,154 (55.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Blakely are Construction & Extraction (77 | 3.7%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (47 | 2.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Blakely

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Blakely
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry40 (85.1%)7 (14.9%)
Construction & Extraction77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)126 (94.7%)7 (5.3%)
Total (Overall)922 (44.4%)1,154 (55.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Blakely are Production (245 | 11.8%), Material Moving (242 | 11.7%), and Transportation (30 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Blakely

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Blakely
OccupationMaleFemale
Production194 (79.2%)51 (20.8%)
Transportation30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving217 (89.7%)25 (10.3%)
Total (Category)441 (85.3%)76 (14.7%)
Total (Overall)922 (44.4%)1,154 (55.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Blakely

Employment Industries in Blakely

The major employment industries in Blakely include Manufacturing (363 | 17.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (350 | 16.9%), Retail Trade (303 | 14.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (233 | 11.2%), and Educational Services (193 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries in Blakely

Employment Industries by Sex in Blakely

The Blakely industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (85.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Blakely
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction72 (75.8%)23 (24.2%)
Manufacturing307 (84.6%)56 (15.4%)
Wholesale Trade55 (85.9%)9 (14.1%)
Retail Trade164 (54.1%)139 (45.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing24 (28.2%)61 (71.8%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance27 (64.3%)15 (35.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support35 (46.1%)41 (53.9%)
Educational Services47 (24.3%)146 (75.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)350 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services23 (9.9%)210 (90.1%)
Public Administration99 (68.8%)45 (31.2%)
Total922 (44.4%)1,154 (55.6%)

Education in Blakely

School Enrollment in Blakely

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,528 students in Blakely are middle school (514 | 33.6%), high school (506 | 33.1%), and college / undergraduate (209 | 13.7%).
School Enrollment in Blakely
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool946.1%
Kindergarten231.5%
Elementary School17211.3%
Middle School51433.6%
High School50633.1%
College / Undergraduate20913.7%
Graduate / Professional100.6%
Total1,528100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blakely

Out of a total of 1,528 students who are enrolled in schools in Blakely, 173 (11.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,355 (88.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (33.3% 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 152 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Blakely
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds39 (90.7%)4 (9.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old229 (95.0%)12 (5.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds488 (79.0%)130 (21.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds271 (92.5%)22 (7.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
Total1,355 (88.7%)173 (11.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blakely

Psychology (90 | 28.1%), education (81 | 25.3%), social sciences (46 | 14.4%), business (34 | 10.6%), and science & technology (23 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 320 individuals in Blakely who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Blakely
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics103.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences72.2%
Psychology9028.1%
Social Sciences4614.4%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology237.2%
Business3410.6%
Education8125.3%
Literature & Languages92.8%
Liberal Arts & History51.6%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications51.6%
Arts & Humanities103.1%
Total320100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Blakely

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blakely

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Blakely are males with 1 vehicle (293, accounting for 31.9%) and females with 1 vehicle (519, making up 24.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Blakely
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle122 (13.3%)67 (5.7%)
1 Vehicle293 (31.9%)519 (43.8%)
2 Vehicles174 (18.9%)217 (18.3%)
3 Vehicles217 (23.6%)282 (23.8%)
4 Vehicles106 (11.5%)90 (7.6%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (0.9%)10 (0.8%)
Total920 (100.0%)1,185 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Blakely

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Blakely are 5 to 9 minutes (419 commuters, 21.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (294 commuters, 14.9%), and less than 5 minutes (232 commuters, 11.7%).
Commute Time in Blakely
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes23211.7%
5 to 9 Minutes41921.2%
10 to 14 Minutes29414.9%
15 to 19 Minutes21210.7%
20 to 24 Minutes20810.5%
25 to 29 Minutes683.4%
30 to 34 Minutes1035.2%
35 to 39 Minutes100.5%
40 to 44 Minutes1758.9%
45 to 59 Minutes160.8%
60 to 89 Minutes23111.7%
90 or more Minutes80.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Blakely

The most common commute times in Blakely are 5 to 9 minutes (288 commuters, 32.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (241 commuters, 22.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Blakely
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes138 (15.3%)94 (8.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes288 (32.0%)131 (12.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes53 (5.9%)241 (22.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes118 (13.1%)94 (8.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes50 (5.6%)158 (14.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes27 (3.0%)41 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes41 (4.6%)62 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes10 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes29 (3.2%)146 (13.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes11 (1.2%)5 (0.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes131 (14.6%)100 (9.3%)
90 or more Minutes3 (0.3%)5 (0.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blakely

The most frequent times of departure to work in Blakely are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (155, 17.2%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (183, 17.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Blakely
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM48 (5.3%)167 (15.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM155 (17.2%)7 (0.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM110 (12.2%)43 (4.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM37 (4.1%)14 (1.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM67 (7.4%)93 (8.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM92 (10.2%)156 (14.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM85 (9.5%)135 (12.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM123 (13.7%)132 (12.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)27 (2.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (1.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM13 (1.5%)47 (4.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)49 (4.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM40 (4.4%)11 (1.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM129 (14.3%)183 (17.0%)
Total899 (100.0%)1,077 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Blakely

Occupancy by Ownership in Blakely

Of the total 1,610 dwellings in Blakely, owner-occupied units account for 787 (48.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 823 (51.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Blakely
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units78748.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units82351.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,610100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Blakely

Occupancy by Household Size in Blakely
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household34221.2%
2-Person Household54433.8%
3-Person Household1589.8%
4+ Person Household56635.2%
Total Housing Units1,610100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blakely

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Blakely
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household175 (51.2%)167 (48.8%)
2-Person Household302 (55.5%)242 (44.5%)
3-Person Household91 (57.6%)67 (42.4%)
4+ Person Household219 (38.7%)347 (61.3%)
Total Housing Units787 (48.9%)823 (51.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blakely

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Blakely
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School155 (55.2%)126 (44.8%)
High School Diploma239 (35.7%)430 (64.3%)
College/Associate Degree220 (50.5%)216 (49.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher173 (77.2%)51 (22.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blakely

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Blakely
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years30919.2%
35 to 44 Years25515.8%
45 to 54 Years34421.4%
55 to 64 Years20812.9%
65 to 74 Years29618.4%
75 to 84 Years1298.0%
85 Years and Over694.3%
Total1,610100.0%

Housing Finances in Blakely

Median Income by Occupancy in Blakely

Median Income by Occupancy in Blakely
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied787 (48.9%)$57,934
Renter-Occupied823 (51.1%)$37,819
Average1,610 (100.0%)$43,008

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blakely

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Blakely
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00041 (5.2%)62 (7.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99911 (1.4%)7 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99925 (3.2%)56 (6.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99992 (11.7%)48 (5.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99959 (7.5%)95 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (2.3%)131 (15.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99997 (12.3%)168 (20.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999156 (19.8%)133 (16.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (12.8%)112 (13.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999114 (14.5%)7 (0.9%)
$150,000 or more73 (9.3%)4 (0.5%)
Total787 (100.0%)823 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blakely

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Blakely
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30020 (2.5%)7 (0.9%)
$300 to $499205 (26.1%)91 (11.1%)
$500 to $799173 (22.0%)179 (21.7%)
$800 to $99967 (8.5%)268 (32.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499197 (25.0%)209 (25.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99955 (7.0%)10 (1.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49965 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total787 (100.0%)823 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Blakely

Housing Structures in Blakely

Housing Structures in Blakely
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,25878.1%
Single Unit, Attached120.7%
2 Unit Apartments623.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments150.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments130.8%
10 or more Apartments623.8%
Mobile Home / Other18811.7%
Total1,610100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blakely

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Blakely
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached655 (52.1%)603 (47.9%)
Single Unit, Attached12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other120 (63.8%)68 (36.2%)
Total787 (48.9%)823 (51.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blakely

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Blakely
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)42 (5.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (1.3%)140 (17.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms176 (22.4%)327 (39.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms401 (50.9%)242 (29.4%)
8 or more Rooms200 (25.4%)72 (8.7%)
Total787 (100.0%)823 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blakely

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Blakely
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas107 (13.6%)99 (12.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas36 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity644 (81.8%)718 (87.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)6 (0.7%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total787 (100.0%)823 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Blakely

Household Vehicle Usage in Blakely
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle52 (6.6%)170 (20.7%)
1 Vehicle215 (27.3%)491 (59.7%)
2 Vehicles280 (35.6%)107 (13.0%)
3 or more Vehicles240 (30.5%)55 (6.7%)
Total787 (100.0%)823 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Blakely

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Blakely

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units437350
Median Property Value$154,200$128,800
Median Household Income$39,375$69
Monthly Housing Costs$501$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,311$19

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blakely

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Blakely
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00067 (15.3%)17 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99982 (18.8%)101 (28.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999211 (48.3%)164 (46.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99966 (15.1%)55 (15.7%)
$500,000 to $749,99911 (2.5%)13 (3.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total437 (100.0%)350 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blakely

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Blakely
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00029 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999142 (32.5%)23 (6.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (2.8%)34 (9.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (12.8%)6 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99956 (12.8%)41 (11.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99991 (20.8%)100 (28.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (10.8%)10 (2.9%)
$150,000 or more4 (0.9%)67 (19.1%)
Total437 (100.0%)350 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blakely

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Blakely
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x140 (32.0%)66,875 (19,107.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x52 (11.9%)170 (48.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x52 (11.9%)76 (21.7%)
4.0x or more180 (41.2%)41 (11.7%)
Total437 (100.0%)350 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blakely

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Blakely
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800157 (35.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49994 (21.5%)93 (26.6%)
$800 to $1,499186 (42.6%)89 (25.4%)
Total437 (100.0%)350 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Blakely

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blakely

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blakely
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years525 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,292 (99.5%)6 (0.5%)
19 to 25 Years384 (62.9%)226 (37.0%)
26 to 34 Years272 (73.7%)97 (26.3%)
35 to 44 Years555 (80.8%)132 (19.2%)
45 to 54 Years385 (62.6%)230 (37.4%)
55 to 64 Years330 (91.2%)32 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years433 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older236 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,412 (85.9%)723 (14.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blakely

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Blakely
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born525 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,292 (99.5%)6 (0.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen384 (62.9%)226 (37.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blakely

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Blakely
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,102 (88.5%)143 (11.5%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,154 (90.6%)120 (9.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999757 (82.6%)160 (17.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999646 (72.9%)240 (27.1%)
$100,000 and over753 (92.6%)60 (7.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blakely

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Blakely
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6447 (85.1%)78 (14.9%)
6 to 18 Years646 (49.8%)646 (49.8%)
19 to 25 Years53 (8.7%)364 (59.7%)
25 to 34 Years54 (14.6%)218 (59.1%)
35 to 44 Years183 (26.6%)372 (54.1%)
45 to 54 Years119 (19.4%)323 (52.5%)
55 to 64 Years171 (47.2%)192 (53.0%)
65 to 74 Years412 (95.2%)167 (38.6%)
75 Years and over236 (100.0%)83 (35.2%)
Total2,321 (45.2%)2,443 (47.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blakely

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Blakely
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (1.9%)33 (5.0%)
35 to 64 Years82 (12.5%)152 (15.1%)
65 to 74 Years17 (10.3%)71 (26.5%)
75 Years and over25 (34.3%)103 (63.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Blakely

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Blakely: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years5 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (17.8%)26 (16.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Blakely: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years16 (2.4%)36 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)21 (7.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)13 (8.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Blakely: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (1.9%)23 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years9 (1.4%)33 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years5 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (16.4%)38 (23.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Blakely: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (8.7%)116 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)58 (21.6%)
75 Years and over13 (17.8%)103 (63.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Blakely: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (5.3%)13 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (17.8%)32 (19.6%)

Technology Access in Blakely

Computing Device Access in Blakely

Computing Device Access in Blakely
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop79049.1%
Smartphone1,01963.3%
Tablet58036.0%
No Computing Device48029.8%
Total1,610100.0%

Internet Access in Blakely

Internet Access in Blakely
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home67642.0%
Cellular Data Only1549.6%
Satellite Internet20312.6%
No Internet65140.4%
Total1,610100.0%

Blakely Summary

Blakely, Georgia is a small city located in Early County, Georgia. It is the county seat of Early County and is located in the southwestern part of the state. The city is situated along the Chattahoochee River and is part of the Dothan, Alabama metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Blakely was 5,255.

History

The area that is now Blakely was first settled in the early 1800s by settlers from the Carolinas and Virginia. The town was originally known as Blakely Court House, and was named after a local family. In 1818, the town was officially incorporated as Blakely.
In the early 1900s, Blakely was a thriving agricultural center, with cotton, corn, and peanuts being the main crops. The town also had a thriving timber industry, with several sawmills located in the area.
In the late 1950s, the town began to experience a decline in population as people moved away to larger cities. In the 1970s, the town began to experience a resurgence in population as people moved back to the area.

Geography

Blakely is located in southwestern Georgia, in Early County. It is situated along the Chattahoochee River, and is part of the Dothan, Alabama metropolitan area. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The climate in Blakely is classified as humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of around 90 degrees in the summer and an average low of around 50 degrees in the winter.

Economy

The economy of Blakely is largely based on agriculture and timber. The town is home to several large farms, which produce cotton, corn, peanuts, and other crops. The timber industry is also an important part of the local economy, with several sawmills located in the area.
In addition to agriculture and timber, Blakely is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a paper mill.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Blakely was 5,255. The racial makeup of the city was 65.3% White, 30.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median household income in Blakely was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,917. The per capita income was $17,845. About 22.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Blakely?
Total Population of Blakely is 5,299.
What is the Total Male Population of Blakely?
Total Male Population of Blakely is 2,274.
What is the Total Female Population of Blakely?
Total Female Population of Blakely is 3,025.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Blakely?
There are 75.17 Males per 100 Females in Blakely.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Blakely?
There are 133.03 Females per 100 Males in Blakely.
What is the Median Population Age in Blakely?
Median Population Age in Blakely is 31.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Blakely
Average Family Size in Blakely is 3.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Blakely
Average Household Size in Blakely is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Blakely?
Per Capita income in Blakely is $17,779.
What is the Median Family Income in Blakely?
Median Family Income in Blakely is $53,906.
What is the Median Household income in Blakely?
Median Household Income in Blakely is $43,008.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Blakely?
Income or Wage Gap in Blakely is 30.4%.
Women in Blakely earn 69.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Blakely?
Family Income Deficit in Blakely is $12,506.
Families that are below poverty line in Blakely earn $12,506 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Blakely?
Inequality or Gini Index in Blakely is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Blakely?
There are 2,231 People in the Labor Forcein in Blakely.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Blakely?
57.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Blakely.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Blakely?
Unemployment Rate in Blakely is 5.6%.