Banks County, GA
Banks County Map
Banks County Overview
18,381
TOTAL POPULATION
9,338
MALE POPULATION
9,043
FEMALE POPULATION
103.26
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,024
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,983
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,096
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,641
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Banks County
The most populous races in Banks County are White / Caucasian (16,063 | 87.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1,409 | 7.7%), and Two or more Races (989 | 5.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 259 | 1.4% |
| Black / African American | 541 | 2.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,409 | 7.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 17 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 16,063 | 87.4% |
| Two or more Races | 989 | 5.4% |
| Some other Race | 512 | 2.8% |
| Total | 18,381 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Banks County
The most populous ancestries reported in Banks County are American (2,476 | 13.5%), English (2,311 | 12.6%), Irish (1,748 | 9.5%), German (1,104 | 6.0%), and Mexican (1,024 | 5.6%), together accounting for 47.1% of all Banks County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 2,476 | 13.5% |
| Apache | 7 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 12 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 14 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 1 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 27 | 0.2% |
| British | 59 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 72 | 0.4% |
| Canadian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 204 | 1.1% |
| Central American Indian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 55 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 37 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 31 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 21 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 40 | 0.2% |
| Eastern European | 8 | 0.0% |
| English | 2,311 | 12.6% |
| European | 727 | 4.0% |
| French | 147 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 23 | 0.1% |
| German | 1,104 | 6.0% |
| Greek | 32 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 76 | 0.4% |
| Hungarian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 109 | 0.6% |
| Irish | 1,748 | 9.5% |
| Italian | 96 | 0.5% |
| Korean | 93 | 0.5% |
| Latvian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,024 | 5.6% |
| Mexican American Indian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 19 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 61 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 101 | 0.5% |
| Portuguese | 57 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 33 | 0.2% |
| Romanian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 128 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 172 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 501 | 2.7% |
| Sioux | 23 | 0.1% |
| South American | 61 | 0.3% |
| Spaniard | 19 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 127 | 0.7% |
| Swedish | 35 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 56 | 0.3% |
| Syrian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 98 | 0.5% | View All 54 Rows |
Immigrants in Banks County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Banks County came from Latin America (752 | 4.1%), Central America (711 | 3.9%), Mexico (577 | 3.1%), Asia (175 | 0.9%), and South Eastern Asia (138 | 0.7%), together accounting for 12.8% of all Banks County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 175 | 0.9% |
| Brazil | 41 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 11 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 711 | 3.9% |
| China | 37 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 37 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 58 | 0.3% |
| England | 34 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 92 | 0.5% |
| Germany | 44 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 76 | 0.4% |
| Latin America | 752 | 4.1% |
| Mexico | 577 | 3.1% |
| Northern Europe | 44 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 81 | 0.4% |
| Romania | 4 | 0.0% |
| South America | 41 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 138 | 0.7% |
| Sweden | 10 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 57 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 44 | 0.2% | View All 22 Rows |
Sex and Age in Banks County
Sex and Age in Banks County
The most populous age groups in Banks County are 55 to 59 Years (928 | 9.9%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (692 | 7.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 442 (4.7%) | 469 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 580 (6.2%) | 538 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 613 (6.6%) | 517 (5.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 656 (7.0%) | 512 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 547 (5.9%) | 570 (6.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 581 (6.2%) | 567 (6.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 480 (5.1%) | 559 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 588 (6.3%) | 474 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 451 (4.8%) | 670 (7.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 613 (6.6%) | 548 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 815 (8.7%) | 692 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 928 (9.9%) | 642 (7.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 596 (6.4%) | 626 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 405 (4.3%) | 469 (5.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 502 (5.4%) | 534 (5.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 340 (3.6%) | 335 (3.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 157 (1.7%) | 146 (1.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 44 (0.5%) | 175 (1.9%) |
| Total | 9,338 (100.0%) | 9,043 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Banks County
Median Family Size in Banks County
The median family size in Banks County is 3.18 persons per family, with single male/father families (274 | 5.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.56 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,016 | 80.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,016 (80.4%) | 3.12 |
| Single Male/Father | 274 (5.5%) | 3.56 |
| Single Female/Mother | 706 (14.1%) | 3.38 |
| Total Families | 4,996 (100.0%) | 3.18 |
Median Household Size in Banks County
The median household size in Banks County is 2.76 persons per household, with single male/father households (274 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.86 persons per household. non-family households (1,671 | 25.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,016 (60.2%) | 3.13 |
| Single Male/Father | 274 (4.1%) | 3.86 |
| Single Female/Mother | 706 (10.6%) | 3.84 |
| Non-family | 1,671 (25.1%) | 1.23 |
| Total Households | 6,667 (100.0%) | 2.76 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Banks County
Out of a total of 6,667 households in Banks County, 4,996 (74.9%) are family households, while 1,671 (25.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,186, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,504.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,504 (22.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,186 (32.8%) | 129 (1.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,326 (19.9%) | 24 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 814 (12.2%) | 14 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 487 (7.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 97 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 86 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,996 (74.9%) | 1,671 (25.1%) |
Female Fertility in Banks County
Fertility by Age in Banks County
Average fertility rate in Banks County is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 110.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.7% 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 | 187 (81.7%) | 110.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 42 (18.3%) | 24.0 |
| Total | 229 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Banks County
90.0% of women with births (229) in Banks County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 19.1% 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 8.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 172 (92.0%) | 15 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 34 (80.9%) | 8 (19.1%) |
| Total | 206 (90.0%) | 23 (10.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Banks County
Average fertility rate in Banks County is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 103.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 12.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 58.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 11 (4.8%) | 12.0 |
| High School Diploma | 70 (30.6%) | 68.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 133 (58.1%) | 103.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (2.6%) | 13.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (3.9%) | 32.0 |
| Total | 229 (100.0%) | 58.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Banks County
10.0% of women with births in Banks County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 45.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 6 (54.5%) | 5 (45.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 65 (92.9%) | 5 (7.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 120 (90.2%) | 13 (9.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 206 (90.0%) | 23 (10.0%) |
Income in Banks County
Income Overview in Banks County
Per Capita Income in Banks County is $30,024, while median incomes of families and households are $79,983 and $69,096 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 18,381 | $30,024 |
| Median Family Income | 4,996 | $79,983 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,996 | $88,817 |
| Median Household Income | 6,667 | $69,096 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,667 | $78,399 |
| Income Deficit | 4,996 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 18,381 | 41.06% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 18,381 | 58.94¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 18,381 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Banks County
Average Earnings in Banks County are $39,344, $51,090 for men and $30,112 for women, a difference of 41.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,872 (54.7%) | $51,090 |
| Female | 4,035 (45.3%) | $30,112 |
| Total | 8,907 (100.0%) | $39,344 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Banks County
The most common earnings brackets in Banks County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (703 | 14.4%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (372 | 9.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 90 (1.8%) | 213 (5.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 81 (1.7%) | 91 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 75 (1.5%) | 193 (4.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 108 (2.2%) | 94 (2.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 62 (1.3%) | 224 (5.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 191 (3.9%) | 257 (6.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 84 (1.7%) | 210 (5.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 89 (1.8%) | 160 (4.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 101 (2.1%) | 130 (3.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 70 (1.4%) | 114 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 299 (6.1%) | 325 (8.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 344 (7.1%) | 245 (6.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 305 (6.3%) | 372 (9.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 166 (3.4%) | 206 (5.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 337 (6.9%) | 189 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 169 (3.5%) | 222 (5.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 667 (13.7%) | 252 (6.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 362 (7.4%) | 172 (4.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 703 (14.4%) | 132 (3.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 569 (11.7%) | 234 (5.8%) |
| Total | 4,872 (100.0%) | 4,035 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Banks County
Average earnings in Banks County are $56,736 for men and $34,988 for women, a difference of 38.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $90,500, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,438, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,313.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $48,889 | $25,313 |
| High School Diploma | $46,750 | $33,000 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,025 | $30,133 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $90,500 | $50,509 |
| Graduate Degree | $77,188 | $53,438 |
| Total | $56,736 | $34,988 |
Family Income in Banks County
Family Income Brackets in Banks County
According to the Banks County family income data, there are 1,089 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.8% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 205 families (4.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 230 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 240 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 205 | 4.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 290 | 5.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 470 | 9.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 844 | 16.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 969 | 19.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,089 | 21.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 385 | 7.7% |
| $200,000+ | 275 | 5.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Banks County
7+ person families (86 | 1.7%) account for the highest median family income in Banks County with $168,750 per family, while 2-person families (2,267 | 45.4%) have the highest median income of $30,558 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,267 (45.4%) | $61,116 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,363 (27.3%) | $83,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 768 (15.4%) | $99,732 |
| 5-Person Families | 433 (8.7%) | $87,238 |
| 6-Person Families | 79 (1.6%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 86 (1.7%) | $168,750 |
| Total | 4,996 (100.0%) | $79,983 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Banks County
The median family income in Banks County is $79,983, with families comprising 3+ earners (673) having the highest median family income of $141,645, while families with no earners (1,052) have the lowest median family income of $28,721, accounting for 13.5% and 21.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,052 (21.1%) | $28,721 |
| 1 Earner | 1,501 (30.0%) | $69,792 |
| 2 Earners | 1,770 (35.4%) | $99,375 |
| 3+ Earners | 673 (13.5%) | $141,645 |
| Total | 4,996 (100.0%) | $79,983 |
Household Income in Banks County
Household Income Brackets in Banks County
With 1,260 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Banks County, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 280 households (4.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 300 | 4.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 413 | 6.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 627 | 9.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 500 | 7.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 713 | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 960 | 14.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,227 | 18.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,260 | 18.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 387 | 5.8% |
| $200,000+ | 280 | 4.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Banks County
The median household income in Banks County is $69,096, with the highest median household income of $85,550 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,726 households (40.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,531, with 219 households (3.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 219 (3.3%) | $29,531 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,785 (26.8%) | $84,009 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,726 (40.9%) | $85,550 |
| 65+ Years | 1,937 (29.0%) | $34,688 |
| Total | 6,667 (100.0%) | $69,096 |
Poverty in Banks County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Banks County
With 13.3% poverty level for males and 13.1% for females among the residents of Banks County, 12 to 14 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 141 males (33.2%) and 192 females (19.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 51 (12.4%) | 79 (17.7%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (3.7%) | 13 (13.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 61 (10.5%) | 63 (11.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 141 (33.2%) | 71 (18.1%) |
| 15 Years | 55 (28.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 65 (26.9%) | 46 (16.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 131 (17.0%) | 68 (9.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 118 (11.1%) | 145 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 186 (16.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 68 (4.8%) | 82 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 287 (18.8%) | 164 (12.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 242 (26.7%) | 192 (19.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7 (1.3%) | 70 (10.7%) |
| Total | 1,232 (13.3%) | 1,179 (13.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Banks County
According to the poverty statistics in Banks County, males aged 35 to 44 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 360 (87.6%) | 366 (82.3%) |
| 5 Years | 158 (96.3%) | 86 (86.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 521 (89.5%) | 494 (88.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 284 (66.8%) | 321 (81.9%) |
| 15 Years | 136 (71.2%) | 81 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 177 (73.1%) | 239 (83.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 639 (83.0%) | 648 (90.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 943 (88.9%) | 981 (87.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,039 (100.0%) | 958 (83.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,360 (95.2%) | 1,158 (93.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,237 (81.2%) | 1,104 (87.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 665 (73.3%) | 811 (80.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 534 (98.7%) | 586 (89.3%) |
| Total | 8,053 (86.7%) | 7,833 (86.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Banks County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Banks County show that 9.5% or 383 of the total 4,016 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 12.1%, comprising of 284 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,054 (87.8%) | 284 (12.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,300 (94.9%) | 70 (5.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 272 (90.4%) | 29 (9.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,633 (90.5%) | 383 (9.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Banks County
According to the poverty data in Banks County, 6.6% or 18 single-father households and 26.6% or 188 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (73.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 153 (49.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 18 (100.0%) | 27 (73.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18 (6.6%) | 188 (26.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Banks County
The poverty data for Banks County shows that 383 of the married-couple family households (9.5%) and 206 of the single-parent households (21.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 284 households (12.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 45 household (81.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 284 (12.1%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 70 (5.1%) | 153 (34.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 29 (9.6%) | 45 (81.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 383 (9.5%) | 206 (21.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Banks County
Employment by Class of Employer in Banks County
Among the 8,321 employed individuals in Banks County, private company employees (5,571 | 66.9%), local government employees (766 | 9.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (554 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,571 | 66.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 441 | 5.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 519 | 6.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 554 | 6.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 766 | 9.2% |
| State Government Employees | 337 | 4.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 113 | 1.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 20 | 0.2% |
| Total | 8,321 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Banks County
According to the labor force statistics for Banks County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,950), 57.8% or 8,641 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 216 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 83.5% or 1,823 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.2% or 53 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 327 (36.5%) | 53 (16.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 911 (81.6%) | 47 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 930 (81.0%) | 40 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 830 (79.9%) | 13 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,823 (83.5%) | 24 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,974 (74.0%) | 34 (1.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,042 (66.4%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 532 (43.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 243 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 32 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,641 (57.8%) | 216 (2.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Banks County
According to labor force statistics for Banks County, 72.6% of individuals (7,137) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,830) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 114 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.3% or 1,669 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.0% or 73 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 872 (54.3%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,423 (72.4%) | 100 (3.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,165 (74.1%) | 47 (1.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,669 (85.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,137 (72.6%) | 157 (1.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Banks County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Banks County are Community & Social Service (921 | 10.9%), Education Instruction & Library (688 | 8.2%), Management (635 | 7.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (510 | 6.1%), and Business & Financial (394 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Banks County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (93.4%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (91.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (73.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (87.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.9%), and Health Technologists (76.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 372 (58.6%) | 263 (41.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 159 (40.4%) | 235 (59.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 376 (73.7%) | 134 (26.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 57 (93.4%) | 4 (6.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 224 (73.0%) | 83 (27.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 95 (66.9%) | 47 (33.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 228 (24.8%) | 693 (75.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 40 (33.3%) | 80 (66.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 85 (12.3%) | 603 (87.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 103 (91.1%) | 10 (8.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 69 (18.1%) | 312 (81.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 48 (23.2%) | 159 (76.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,204 (42.4%) | 1,637 (57.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,636 (55.1%) | 3,784 (44.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Banks County are Cleaning & Maintenance (440 | 5.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (331 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (218 | 2.6%), Security & Protection (149 | 1.8%), and Healthcare Support (147 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Banks County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (96.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (88.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (71.3%), and Personal Care & Service (58.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 143 (96.0%) | 6 (4.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 45 (88.2%) | 6 (11.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 98 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 95 (28.7%) | 236 (71.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 325 (73.9%) | 115 (26.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 91 (41.7%) | 127 (58.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 654 (50.9%) | 631 (49.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,636 (55.1%) | 3,784 (44.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Banks County are Office & Administration (787 | 9.3%), and Sales & Related (724 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 278 (38.4%) | 446 (61.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 119 (15.1%) | 668 (84.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 397 (26.3%) | 1,114 (73.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,636 (55.1%) | 3,784 (44.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Banks County are Construction & Extraction (548 | 6.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (488 | 5.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 538 (98.2%) | 10 (1.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 484 (99.2%) | 4 (0.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,040 (98.7%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,636 (55.1%) | 3,784 (44.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Banks County are Production (980 | 11.6%), Material Moving (417 | 5.0%), and Transportation (332 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 747 (76.2%) | 233 (23.8%) |
| Transportation | 281 (84.6%) | 51 (15.4%) |
| Material Moving | 313 (75.1%) | 104 (24.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,341 (77.6%) | 388 (22.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,636 (55.1%) | 3,784 (44.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Banks County
Employment Industries in Banks County
The major employment industries in Banks County include Manufacturing (1,718 | 20.4%), Retail Trade (964 | 11.5%), Educational Services (891 | 10.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (818 | 9.7%), and Construction (637 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Banks County
The Banks County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Utilities (97.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (92.8%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (78.1%), and Educational Services (75.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 131 (78.4%) | 36 (21.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 600 (94.2%) | 37 (5.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,210 (70.4%) | 508 (29.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 172 (76.4%) | 53 (23.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 456 (47.3%) | 508 (52.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 421 (76.7%) | 128 (23.3%) |
| Utilities | 151 (97.4%) | 4 (2.6%) |
| Information | 43 (32.8%) | 88 (67.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 33 (34.7%) | 62 (65.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 4 (26.7%) | 11 (73.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 266 (63.6%) | 152 (36.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 135 (56.2%) | 105 (43.8%) |
| Educational Services | 215 (24.1%) | 676 (75.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 59 (7.2%) | 759 (92.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 21 (21.9%) | 75 (78.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 214 (42.2%) | 293 (57.8%) |
| Public Administration | 157 (49.5%) | 160 (50.5%) |
| Total | 4,636 (55.1%) | 3,784 (44.9%) |
Education in Banks County
School Enrollment in Banks County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,836 students in Banks County are high school (1,087 | 28.3%), elementary school (933 | 24.3%), and middle school (896 | 23.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 140 | 3.6% |
| Kindergarten | 236 | 6.1% |
| Elementary School | 933 | 24.3% |
| Middle School | 896 | 23.4% |
| High School | 1,087 | 28.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 481 | 12.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 63 | 1.6% |
| Total | 3,836 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Banks County
Out of a total of 3,836 students who are enrolled in schools in Banks County, 518 (13.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,318 (86.5%) 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 82 (65.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,060 (95.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 43 (34.4%) | 82 (65.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,060 (95.7%) | 48 (4.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 948 (85.6%) | 159 (14.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 651 (84.0%) | 124 (16.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 196 (93.8%) | 13 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 243 (95.3%) | 12 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 95 (84.1%) | 18 (15.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 81 (56.2%) | 63 (43.8%) |
| Total | 3,318 (86.5%) | 518 (13.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Banks County
Business (623 | 25.4%), education (469 | 19.1%), science & technology (274 | 11.2%), engineering (125 | 5.1%), and computers & mathematics (114 | 4.6%) are the most common fields of study among 2,452 individuals in Banks County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 114 | 4.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 105 | 4.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 102 | 4.2% |
| Psychology | 89 | 3.6% |
| Social Sciences | 113 | 4.6% |
| Engineering | 125 | 5.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 10 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 274 | 11.2% |
| Business | 623 | 25.4% |
| Education | 469 | 19.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 92 | 3.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 109 | 4.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 66 | 2.7% |
| Communications | 56 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 105 | 4.3% |
| Total | 2,452 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Banks County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Banks County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Banks County are males with 2 vehicles (1,517, accounting for 32.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,060, making up 40.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 40 (0.9%) | 21 (0.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 338 (7.3%) | 715 (19.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,517 (32.9%) | 1,060 (28.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,270 (27.6%) | 916 (24.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,003 (21.8%) | 642 (17.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 438 (9.5%) | 361 (9.7%) |
| Total | 4,606 (100.0%) | 3,715 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Banks County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Banks County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,232 commuters, 16.1%), 45 to 59 minutes (1,006 commuters, 13.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (861 commuters, 11.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 228 | 3.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 383 | 5.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 861 | 11.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 858 | 11.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 860 | 11.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 538 | 7.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,232 | 16.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 463 | 6.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 271 | 3.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,006 | 13.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 593 | 7.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 356 | 4.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Banks County
The most common commute times in Banks County are 30 to 34 minutes (783 commuters, 19.1%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (542 commuters, 15.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 131 (3.2%) | 97 (2.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 105 (2.6%) | 278 (7.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 390 (9.5%) | 471 (13.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 585 (14.2%) | 273 (7.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 318 (7.7%) | 542 (15.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 230 (5.6%) | 308 (8.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 783 (19.1%) | 449 (12.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 261 (6.4%) | 202 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 90 (2.2%) | 181 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 468 (11.4%) | 538 (15.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 443 (10.8%) | 150 (4.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 303 (7.4%) | 53 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Banks County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Banks County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (678, 16.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (951, 26.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 508 (12.4%) | 372 (10.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 486 (11.8%) | 241 (6.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 303 (7.4%) | 76 (2.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 488 (11.9%) | 197 (5.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 373 (9.1%) | 416 (11.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 678 (16.5%) | 951 (26.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 423 (10.3%) | 447 (12.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 232 (5.7%) | 227 (6.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (1.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 161 (3.9%) | 129 (3.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 31 (0.7%) | 140 (4.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 36 (0.9%) | 35 (1.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 154 (3.7%) | 129 (3.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 234 (5.7%) | 119 (3.4%) |
| Total | 4,107 (100.0%) | 3,542 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Banks County
Occupancy by Ownership in Banks County
Of the total 6,667 dwellings in Banks County, owner-occupied units account for 4,984 (74.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,683 (25.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,984 | 74.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,683 | 25.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,667 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Banks County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,504 | 22.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,315 | 34.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,350 | 20.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,498 | 22.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,667 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Banks County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,029 (68.4%) | 475 (31.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,760 (76.0%) | 555 (24.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,071 (79.3%) | 279 (20.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,124 (75.0%) | 374 (25.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,984 (74.8%) | 1,683 (25.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Banks County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 810 (61.0%) | 518 (39.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,777 (78.1%) | 499 (21.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,215 (69.5%) | 534 (30.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,182 (89.9%) | 132 (10.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Banks County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,095 | 16.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 909 | 13.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,343 | 20.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,383 | 20.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,106 | 16.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 674 | 10.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 157 | 2.4% |
| Total | 6,667 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Banks County
Median Income by Occupancy in Banks County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,984 (74.8%) | $79,778 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,683 (25.2%) | $36,434 |
| Average | 6,667 (100.0%) | $69,096 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Banks County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 133 (2.7%) | 84 (5.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 31 (0.6%) | 49 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 131 (2.6%) | 283 (16.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 300 (6.0%) | 121 (7.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 170 (3.4%) | 37 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 255 (5.1%) | 248 (14.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 585 (11.7%) | 130 (7.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 686 (13.8%) | 274 (16.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 968 (19.4%) | 257 (15.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,083 (21.7%) | 176 (10.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 642 (12.9%) | 24 (1.4%) |
| Total | 4,984 (100.0%) | 1,683 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Banks County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 614 (12.3%) | 21 (1.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 923 (18.5%) | 227 (13.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 700 (14.0%) | 476 (28.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 536 (10.7%) | 219 (13.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,160 (23.3%) | 349 (20.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 651 (13.1%) | 80 (4.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 164 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 127 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 109 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,984 (100.0%) | 1,683 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Banks County
Housing Structures in Banks County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,962 | 74.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 27 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 5 | 0.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 36 | 0.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 28 | 0.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 86 | 1.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,523 | 22.8% |
| Total | 6,667 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Banks County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,995 (80.5%) | 967 (19.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 13 (46.4%) | 15 (53.6%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 86 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 949 (62.3%) | 574 (37.7%) |
| Total | 4,984 (74.8%) | 1,683 (25.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Banks County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 3 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 117 (2.4%) | 278 (16.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,521 (30.5%) | 897 (53.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,762 (35.3%) | 412 (24.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,581 (31.7%) | 96 (5.7%) |
| Total | 4,984 (100.0%) | 1,683 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Banks County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 311 (6.2%) | 64 (3.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 696 (14.0%) | 418 (24.8%) |
| Electricity | 3,756 (75.4%) | 1,044 (62.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 29 (0.6%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 163 (3.3%) | 117 (7.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 29 (0.6%) | 32 (1.9%) |
| Total | 4,984 (100.0%) | 1,683 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Banks County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 115 (2.3%) | 51 (3.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 942 (18.9%) | 873 (51.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,490 (29.9%) | 546 (32.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,437 (48.9%) | 213 (12.7%) |
| Total | 4,984 (100.0%) | 1,683 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Banks County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Banks County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,309 | 2,675 |
| Median Property Value | $174,200 | $262,100 |
| Median Household Income | $61,175 | $416 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $410 | $109 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,177 | $67 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Banks County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 339 (14.7%) | 87 (3.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 299 (13.0%) | 187 (7.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,155 (50.0%) | 1,550 (57.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 317 (13.7%) | 688 (25.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 124 (5.4%) | 121 (4.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 15 (0.6%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 60 (2.6%) | 33 (1.2%) |
| Total | 2,309 (100.0%) | 2,675 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Banks County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 123 (5.3%) | 75 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 408 (17.7%) | 41 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 182 (7.9%) | 193 (7.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 256 (11.1%) | 73 (2.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 368 (15.9%) | 329 (12.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 346 (15.0%) | 318 (11.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 400 (17.3%) | 622 (23.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 226 (9.8%) | 683 (25.5%) |
| Total | 2,309 (100.0%) | 2,675 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Banks County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 841 (36.4%) | 87,439 (3,268.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 414 (17.9%) | 874 (32.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 164 (7.1%) | 636 (23.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 820 (35.5%) | 365 (13.6%) |
| Total | 2,309 (100.0%) | 2,675 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Banks County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 685 (29.7%) | 18 (0.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 574 (24.9%) | 393 (14.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 802 (34.7%) | 842 (31.5%) |
| Total | 2,309 (100.0%) | 2,675 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Banks County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Banks County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 974 (83.0%) | 200 (17.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,836 (94.6%) | 161 (5.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,235 (73.6%) | 444 (26.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,326 (74.5%) | 455 (25.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,856 (85.0%) | 327 (15.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,311 (87.0%) | 346 (13.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,216 (79.4%) | 576 (20.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,910 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,197 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,861 (86.3%) | 2,509 (13.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Banks County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 974 (83.0%) | 200 (17.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,836 (94.6%) | 161 (5.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,235 (73.6%) | 444 (26.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Banks County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,109 (85.3%) | 364 (14.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,219 (74.7%) | 751 (25.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,242 (82.3%) | 484 (17.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,295 (87.5%) | 472 (12.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,996 (93.2%) | 438 (6.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Banks County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 421 (35.9%) | 590 (50.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,121 (37.4%) | 1,778 (59.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 331 (19.7%) | 983 (58.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 251 (14.1%) | 1,151 (64.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 221 (10.1%) | 1,720 (78.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 303 (11.4%) | 2,098 (79.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 651 (23.3%) | 1,824 (65.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,860 (97.4%) | 924 (48.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,189 (99.3%) | 574 (47.9%) |
| Total | 6,348 (34.6%) | 11,642 (63.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Banks County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 146 (9.0%) | 89 (6.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 151 (8.3%) | 198 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 809 (20.3%) | 554 (15.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 445 (49.1%) | 414 (41.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 314 (58.0%) | 353 (53.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Banks 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 | 410 (10.3%) | 40 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 309 (34.1%) | 68 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 156 (28.8%) | 113 (17.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (2.2%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 42 (2.3%) | 32 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 146 (3.7%) | 187 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 236 (26.0%) | 137 (13.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 68 (12.6%) | 79 (12.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 113 (7.0%) | 72 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 118 (6.4%) | 101 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 141 (3.5%) | 221 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (7.5%) | 185 (18.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 146 (27.0%) | 70 (10.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.9%) | 62 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 511 (12.8%) | 280 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 289 (31.9%) | 371 (37.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 193 (35.7%) | 318 (48.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 49 (3.0%) | 56 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.9%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 242 (6.1%) | 104 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (2.3%) | 224 (22.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (3.1%) | 116 (17.7%) |
Technology Access in Banks County
Computing Device Access in Banks County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,601 | 69.0% |
| Smartphone | 5,507 | 82.6% |
| Tablet | 4,007 | 60.1% |
| No Computing Device | 671 | 10.1% |
| Total | 6,667 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Banks County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 19 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 3,806 | 57.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,145 | 17.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 592 | 8.9% |
| No Internet | 1,061 | 15.9% |
| Total | 6,667 | 100.0% |
Banks County Summary
Banks County is a county located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 18,395. The county seat is Homer. The county was created on December 11, 1858 and named for Dr. Richard E. Banks, a state legislator.
Geography
Banks County is located in the northeastern part of Georgia, approximately 90 miles northeast of Atlanta. It is bordered by Habersham County to the north, Stephens County to the east, Franklin County to the south, and Jackson and Hall counties to the west. The county covers an area of approximately 250 square miles. The terrain is mostly hilly, with the highest point being 1,890 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Chattahoochee River, which forms the western boundary of the county.
Climate
Banks County has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 61°F, with an average high of 79°F in July and an average low of 43°F in January. The average annual precipitation is 51 inches, with the wettest month being June, when an average of 6.5 inches of rain falls.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 18,395 people, 6,945 households, and 5,072 families residing in the county. The population density was 73.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 92.2% White, 4.3% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the county was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Banks County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several poultry processing plants, as well as a number of other manufacturing companies. The county is also home to several wineries and vineyards, as well as a number of tourist attractions, such as the Banks County Historical Society Museum and the Banks County Courthouse.
The county is served by the Banks County School System, which consists of five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The county is also home to Truett McConnell University, a private Christian university.
Conclusion
Banks County is a rural county located in the northeastern part of Georgia. It is bordered by Habersham, Stephens, Franklin, Jackson, and Hall counties. The county has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. As of the 2010 census, the population was 18,395. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the county is served by the Banks County School System. The county is also home to several tourist attractions, such as the Banks County Historical Society Museum and the Banks County Courthouse.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Banks County?
Total Population of Banks County is 18,381.
What is the Total Male Population of Banks County?
Total Male Population of Banks County is 9,338.
What is the Total Female Population of Banks County?
Total Female Population of Banks County is 9,043.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Banks County?
There are 103.26 Males per 100 Females in Banks County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Banks County?
There are 96.84 Females per 100 Males in Banks County.
What is the Median Population Age in Banks County?
Median Population Age in Banks County is 42.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Banks County
Average Family Size in Banks County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Banks County
Average Household Size in Banks County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Banks County?
Per Capita income in Banks County is $30,024.
What is the Median Family Income in Banks County?
Median Family Income in Banks County is $79,983.
What is the Median Household income in Banks County?
Median Household Income in Banks County is $69,096.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Banks County?
Income or Wage Gap in Banks County is 41.1%.
Women in Banks County earn 58.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Banks County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Banks County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Banks County?
There are 8,641 People in the Labor Forcein in Banks County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Banks County?
57.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Banks County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Banks County?
Unemployment Rate in Banks County is 2.5%.