Pickens County, GA
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Pickens County Overview
33,439
TOTAL POPULATION
16,763
MALE POPULATION
16,676
FEMALE POPULATION
100.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.48
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,686
PER CAPITA INCOME
$85,424
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,558
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
16,142
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Pickens County
The most populous races in Pickens County are White / Caucasian (31,468 | 94.1%), Two or more Races (1,521 | 4.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,111 | 3.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 103 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 176 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 20 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,111 | 3.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 65 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 31,468 | 94.1% |
| Two or more Races | 1,521 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 86 | 0.3% |
| Total | 33,439 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Pickens County
The most populous ancestries reported in Pickens County are English (6,109 | 18.3%), Irish (4,778 | 14.3%), German (3,575 | 10.7%), American (3,295 | 9.9%), and Scottish (1,663 | 5.0%), together accounting for 58.1% of all Pickens County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 3,295 | 9.9% |
| Arab | 42 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 117 | 0.4% |
| Blackfeet | 3 | 0.0% |
| Bolivian | 182 | 0.5% |
| British | 479 | 1.4% |
| Canadian | 64 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 8 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 341 | 1.0% |
| Cherokee | 593 | 1.8% |
| Colombian | 15 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 26 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 47 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 36 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 89 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 335 | 1.0% |
| Eastern European | 17 | 0.1% |
| English | 6,109 | 18.3% |
| European | 427 | 1.3% |
| Finnish | 4 | 0.0% |
| French | 489 | 1.5% |
| French Canadian | 155 | 0.5% |
| German | 3,575 | 10.7% |
| Greek | 124 | 0.4% |
| Guatemalan | 256 | 0.8% |
| Haitian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 143 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 61 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 4,778 | 14.3% |
| Italian | 1,110 | 3.3% |
| Korean | 37 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 8 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 415 | 1.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 4 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 162 | 0.5% |
| Pennsylvania German | 16 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 467 | 1.4% |
| Pueblo | 13 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 122 | 0.4% |
| Romanian | 49 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 252 | 0.7% |
| Salvadoran | 67 | 0.2% |
| Samoan | 20 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 42 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 915 | 2.7% |
| Scottish | 1,663 | 5.0% |
| Slavic | 5 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 32 | 0.1% |
| South American | 197 | 0.6% |
| Sri Lankan | 14 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 100 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 34 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 44 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 288 | 0.9% | View All 57 Rows |
Immigrants in Pickens County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Pickens County came from Latin America (325 | 1.0%), Central America (308 | 0.9%), Mexico (206 | 0.6%), Asia (133 | 0.4%), and Europe (130 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.3% of all Pickens County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 9 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 133 | 0.4% |
| Canada | 76 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 308 | 0.9% |
| Colombia | 15 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 4 | 0.0% |
| England | 47 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 130 | 0.4% |
| France | 13 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 14 | 0.0% |
| Greece | 48 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 102 | 0.3% |
| Haiti | 1 | 0.0% |
| India | 21 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 325 | 1.0% |
| Mexico | 206 | 0.6% |
| Northern Europe | 55 | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | 49 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 15 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 5 | 0.0% |
| South America | 15 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 70 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 29 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 48 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 14 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 34 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 27 | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | 4 | 0.0% | View All 30 Rows |
Sex and Age in Pickens County
Sex and Age in Pickens County
The most populous age groups in Pickens County are 65 to 69 Years (1,315 | 7.8%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (1,494 | 9.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 905 (5.4%) | 688 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 679 (4.1%) | 755 (4.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,265 (7.5%) | 923 (5.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 992 (5.9%) | 861 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 857 (5.1%) | 887 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,004 (6.0%) | 995 (6.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 892 (5.3%) | 920 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,054 (6.3%) | 750 (4.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 770 (4.6%) | 1,028 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,029 (6.1%) | 995 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,217 (7.3%) | 1,266 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,305 (7.8%) | 1,241 (7.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,301 (7.8%) | 1,459 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,315 (7.8%) | 1,494 (9.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 973 (5.8%) | 914 (5.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 829 (5.0%) | 920 (5.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 219 (1.3%) | 295 (1.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 157 (0.9%) | 285 (1.7%) |
| Total | 16,763 (100.0%) | 16,676 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Pickens County
Median Family Size in Pickens County
The median family size in Pickens County is 2.98 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,225 | 13.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (7,778 | 82.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.96 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,778 (82.3%) | 2.96 |
| Single Male/Father | 445 (4.7%) | 2.98 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,225 (13.0%) | 3.08 |
| Total Families | 9,448 (100.0%) | 2.98 |
Median Household Size in Pickens County
The median household size in Pickens County is 2.54 persons per household, with single male/father households (445 | 3.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.59 persons per household. non-family households (3,594 | 27.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,778 (59.6%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 445 (3.4%) | 3.59 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,225 (9.4%) | 3.31 |
| Non-family | 3,594 (27.6%) | 1.22 |
| Total Households | 13,042 (100.0%) | 2.54 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Pickens County
Out of a total of 13,042 households in Pickens County, 9,448 (72.4%) are family households, while 3,594 (27.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,137, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,082.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,082 (23.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 5,137 (39.4%) | 395 (3.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,788 (13.7%) | 111 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,351 (10.4%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 755 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 218 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 199 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,448 (72.4%) | 3,594 (27.6%) |
Female Fertility in Pickens County
Fertility by Age in Pickens County
Average fertility rate in Pickens County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 61.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 56 (18.1%) | 65.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 192 (61.9%) | 69.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 62 (20.0%) | 20.0 |
| Total | 310 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Pickens County
87.4% of women with births (310) in Pickens County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 20.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 153 (79.7%) | 39 (20.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 271 (87.4%) | 39 (12.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Pickens County
Average fertility rate in Pickens County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 79.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 3.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 59.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 39 (12.6%) | 33.0 |
| High School Diploma | 56 (18.1%) | 30.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 184 (59.4%) | 79.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (1.0%) | 3.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 28 (9.0%) | 72.0 |
| Total | 310 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Pickens County
12.6% of women with births in Pickens County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma 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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 184 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 271 (87.4%) | 39 (12.6%) |
Income in Pickens County
Income Overview in Pickens County
Per Capita Income in Pickens County is $37,686, while median incomes of families and households are $85,424 and $72,558 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 33,439 | $37,686 |
| Median Family Income | 9,448 | $85,424 |
| Mean Family Income | 9,448 | $104,383 |
| Median Household Income | 13,042 | $72,558 |
| Mean Household Income | 13,042 | $91,717 |
| Income Deficit | 9,448 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 33,439 | 34.26% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 33,439 | 65.74¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 33,439 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Pickens County
Average Earnings in Pickens County are $39,494, $46,015 for men and $30,251 for women, a difference of 34.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 8,957 (53.1%) | $46,015 |
| Female | 7,911 (46.9%) | $30,251 |
| Total | 16,868 (100.0%) | $39,494 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Pickens County
The most common earnings brackets in Pickens County are $100,000+ for men (1,337 | 14.9%) and $2,499 or less for women (906 | 11.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 423 (4.7%) | 906 (11.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 251 (2.8%) | 320 (4.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 180 (2.0%) | 249 (3.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 205 (2.3%) | 173 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 150 (1.7%) | 306 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 64 (0.7%) | 266 (3.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 218 (2.4%) | 294 (3.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 135 (1.5%) | 141 (1.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 473 (5.3%) | 293 (3.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 241 (2.7%) | 301 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 474 (5.3%) | 679 (8.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 395 (4.4%) | 464 (5.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 494 (5.5%) | 424 (5.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 644 (7.2%) | 490 (6.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 466 (5.2%) | 301 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 468 (5.2%) | 216 (2.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 898 (10.0%) | 580 (7.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 521 (5.8%) | 483 (6.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 920 (10.3%) | 489 (6.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,337 (14.9%) | 536 (6.8%) |
| Total | 8,957 (100.0%) | 7,911 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Pickens County
Average earnings in Pickens County are $52,904 for men and $34,182 for women, a difference of 35.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $109,625, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,395. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,261, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,555.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $40,395 | $23,555 |
| High School Diploma | $44,007 | $23,910 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $52,436 | $41,012 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $82,284 | $56,486 |
| Graduate Degree | $109,625 | $60,261 |
| Total | $52,904 | $34,182 |
Family Income in Pickens County
Family Income Brackets in Pickens County
According to the Pickens County family income data, there are 2,296 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 85 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 246 | 2.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 85 | 0.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 463 | 4.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 860 | 9.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 983 | 10.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,464 | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,446 | 15.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,296 | 24.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 813 | 8.6% |
| $200,000+ | 784 | 8.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Pickens County
7+ person families (192 | 2.0%) account for the highest median family income in Pickens County with $95,000 per family, while 2-person families (5,366 | 56.8%) have the highest median income of $44,280 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 5,366 (56.8%) | $88,560 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,683 (17.8%) | $71,506 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,338 (14.2%) | $87,000 |
| 5-Person Families | 679 (7.2%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 190 (2.0%) | $76,379 |
| 7+ Person Families | 192 (2.0%) | $95,000 |
| Total | 9,448 (100.0%) | $85,424 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Pickens County
The median family income in Pickens County is $85,424, with families comprising 3+ earners (963) having the highest median family income of $109,688, while families with no earners (1,955) have the lowest median family income of $58,375, accounting for 10.2% and 20.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,955 (20.7%) | $58,375 |
| 1 Earner | 3,035 (32.1%) | $69,730 |
| 2 Earners | 3,495 (37.0%) | $101,273 |
| 3+ Earners | 963 (10.2%) | $109,688 |
| Total | 9,448 (100.0%) | $85,424 |
Household Income in Pickens County
Household Income Brackets in Pickens County
With 2,739 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Pickens County, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 404 households (3.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 496 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 404 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,187 | 9.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,135 | 8.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,461 | 11.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,100 | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,878 | 14.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,739 | 21.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 822 | 6.3% |
| $200,000+ | 835 | 6.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Pickens County
The median household income in Pickens County is $72,558, with the highest median household income of $81,890 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,724 households (36.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $65,060, with 294 households (2.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 294 (2.2%) | $65,060 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,299 (25.3%) | $71,208 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,724 (36.2%) | $81,890 |
| 65+ Years | 4,725 (36.2%) | $71,001 |
| Total | 13,042 (100.0%) | $72,558 |
Poverty in Pickens County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Pickens County
With 12.2% poverty level for males and 14.8% for females among the residents of Pickens County, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 481 males (53.1%) and 54 females (37.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 481 (53.1%) | 119 (17.3%) |
| 5 Years | 25 (18.8%) | 8 (34.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 193 (16.3%) | 330 (33.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 10 (1.6%) | 77 (13.4%) |
| 15 Years | 18 (12.0%) | 54 (37.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 42 (8.9%) | 90 (20.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 187 (15.5%) | 205 (17.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 226 (12.0%) | 491 (25.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 214 (11.9%) | 242 (13.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 154 (6.9%) | 188 (8.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 248 (9.6%) | 336 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 169 (7.4%) | 204 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (5.7%) | 89 (6.2%) |
| Total | 2,036 (12.2%) | 2,433 (14.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Pickens County
According to the poverty statistics in Pickens County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.4% of males and 93.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 424 (46.9%) | 569 (82.7%) |
| 5 Years | 108 (81.2%) | 15 (65.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 991 (83.7%) | 669 (67.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 613 (98.4%) | 497 (86.6%) |
| 15 Years | 132 (88.0%) | 90 (62.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 431 (91.1%) | 353 (79.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,018 (84.5%) | 947 (82.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,654 (88.0%) | 1,418 (74.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,583 (88.1%) | 1,531 (86.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,092 (93.1%) | 2,069 (91.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,341 (90.4%) | 2,360 (87.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,105 (92.6%) | 2,183 (91.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,136 (94.3%) | 1,352 (93.8%) |
| Total | 14,628 (87.8%) | 14,053 (85.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Pickens County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Pickens County show that 6.9% or 537 of the total 7,778 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 36.7%, comprising of 193 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 | 5,010 (95.8%) | 221 (4.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,849 (93.8%) | 123 (6.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 333 (63.3%) | 193 (36.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,241 (93.1%) | 537 (6.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Pickens County
According to the poverty data in Pickens County, 1.3% or 6 single-father households and 29.5% or 361 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (2.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (7.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 6 (2.2%) | 246 (33.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 82 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6 (1.3%) | 361 (29.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Pickens County
The poverty data for Pickens County shows that 537 of the married-couple family households (6.9%) and 367 of the single-parent households (22.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 193 households (36.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 221 (4.2%) | 33 (5.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 123 (6.2%) | 252 (25.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 193 (36.7%) | 82 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 537 (6.9%) | 367 (22.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Pickens County
Employment by Class of Employer in Pickens County
Among the 15,293 employed individuals in Pickens County, private company employees (10,249 | 67.0%), local government employees (1,486 | 9.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,054 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 10,249 | 67.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 651 | 4.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,046 | 6.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,054 | 6.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,486 | 9.7% |
| State Government Employees | 411 | 2.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 385 | 2.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 11 | 0.1% |
| Total | 15,293 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Pickens County
According to the labor force statistics for Pickens County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (27,928), 57.8% or 16,142 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 726 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.4% or 3,112 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.6% or 180 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 813 (52.2%) | 86 (10.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,484 (85.1%) | 65 (4.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,549 (77.5%) | 180 (11.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,421 (78.4%) | 94 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,112 (86.4%) | 44 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,547 (78.7%) | 131 (3.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,749 (68.7%) | 73 (4.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,372 (49.7%) | 62 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 906 (19.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 203 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,142 (57.8%) | 726 (4.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Pickens County
According to labor force statistics for Pickens County, 74.0% of individuals (12,747) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (17,226) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 574 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 78.8% or 2,949 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.3% or 100 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,200 (70.9%) | 140 (8.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,411 (69.3%) | 516 (8.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,190 (77.2%) | 130 (2.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,949 (78.8%) | 34 (0.9%) |
| Total | 12,747 (74.0%) | 775 (4.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Pickens County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pickens County are Management (1,304 | 8.5%), Community & Social Service (1,208 | 7.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (987 | 6.4%), Business & Financial (757 | 4.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (708 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Pickens County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.6%), Legal Services & Support (75.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (61.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Technologists (91.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (85.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 784 (60.1%) | 520 (39.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 459 (60.6%) | 298 (39.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 371 (56.8%) | 282 (43.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 196 (51.0%) | 188 (49.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 175 (92.6%) | 14 (7.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 434 (35.9%) | 774 (64.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 161 (61.5%) | 101 (38.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 36 (75.0%) | 12 (25.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 167 (23.6%) | 541 (76.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 70 (36.8%) | 120 (63.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 144 (14.6%) | 843 (85.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 48 (8.2%) | 539 (91.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,192 (44.7%) | 2,717 (55.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,352 (54.4%) | 6,992 (45.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Pickens County are Food Preparation & Serving (725 | 4.7%), Security & Protection (563 | 3.7%), Healthcare Support (483 | 3.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (450 | 2.9%), and Law Enforcement (282 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Pickens County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (90.0%), Security & Protection (87.6%), and Law Enforcement (85.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (97.9%), Personal Care & Service (74.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 10 (2.1%) | 473 (97.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 493 (87.6%) | 70 (12.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 253 (90.0%) | 28 (10.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 240 (85.1%) | 42 (14.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 284 (39.2%) | 441 (60.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 296 (65.8%) | 154 (34.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 48 (25.7%) | 139 (74.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,131 (47.0%) | 1,277 (53.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,352 (54.4%) | 6,992 (45.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Pickens County are Office & Administration (1,834 | 11.9%), and Sales & Related (1,677 | 10.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 792 (47.2%) | 885 (52.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 280 (15.3%) | 1,554 (84.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,072 (30.5%) | 2,439 (69.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,352 (54.4%) | 6,992 (45.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Pickens County are Construction & Extraction (921 | 6.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (763 | 5.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (47 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 894 (97.1%) | 27 (2.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 728 (95.4%) | 35 (4.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,669 (96.4%) | 62 (3.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,352 (54.4%) | 6,992 (45.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Pickens County are Production (1,369 | 8.9%), Transportation (761 | 5.0%), and Material Moving (655 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 963 (70.3%) | 406 (29.7%) |
| Transportation | 744 (97.8%) | 17 (2.2%) |
| Material Moving | 581 (88.7%) | 74 (11.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,288 (82.2%) | 497 (17.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,352 (54.4%) | 6,992 (45.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Pickens County
Employment Industries in Pickens County
The major employment industries in Pickens County include Manufacturing (2,278 | 14.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,028 | 13.2%), Retail Trade (1,773 | 11.6%), Construction (1,383 | 9.0%), and Educational Services (1,196 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Pickens County
The Pickens County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (95.6%), and Construction (88.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (91.8%), Educational Services (60.3%), and Finance & Insurance (60.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 90 (57.7%) | 66 (42.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,226 (88.6%) | 157 (11.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,672 (73.4%) | 606 (26.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 188 (57.7%) | 138 (42.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 988 (55.7%) | 785 (44.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 366 (62.0%) | 224 (38.0%) |
| Utilities | 153 (95.6%) | 7 (4.4%) |
| Information | 136 (42.2%) | 186 (57.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 309 (39.9%) | 465 (60.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 208 (45.7%) | 247 (54.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 408 (57.9%) | 297 (42.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 391 (69.8%) | 169 (30.2%) |
| Educational Services | 475 (39.7%) | 721 (60.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 167 (8.2%) | 1,861 (91.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 121 (79.1%) | 32 (20.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 471 (44.6%) | 586 (55.4%) |
| Public Administration | 392 (67.1%) | 192 (32.9%) |
| Total | 8,352 (54.4%) | 6,992 (45.6%) |
Education in Pickens County
School Enrollment in Pickens County
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,171 students in Pickens County are middle school (1,736 | 28.1%), high school (1,573 | 25.5%), and elementary school (1,247 | 20.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 361 | 5.9% |
| Kindergarten | 428 | 6.9% |
| Elementary School | 1,247 | 20.2% |
| Middle School | 1,736 | 28.1% |
| High School | 1,573 | 25.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 663 | 10.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 163 | 2.6% |
| Total | 6,171 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Pickens County
Out of a total of 6,171 students who are enrolled in schools in Pickens County, 685 (11.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,486 (88.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 99 (49.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 215 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 357 (91.3%) | 34 (8.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,377 (96.0%) | 57 (4.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,859 (87.6%) | 263 (12.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,009 (88.9%) | 126 (11.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 261 (73.3%) | 95 (26.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 303 (95.9%) | 13 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 215 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 103 (51.0%) | 99 (49.0%) |
| Total | 5,486 (88.9%) | 685 (11.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Pickens County
Business (1,360 | 21.4%), education (1,022 | 16.1%), arts & humanities (638 | 10.0%), science & technology (600 | 9.4%), and liberal arts & history (442 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 6,365 individuals in Pickens County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 338 | 5.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 326 | 5.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 73 | 1.1% |
| Psychology | 138 | 2.2% |
| Social Sciences | 306 | 4.8% |
| Engineering | 346 | 5.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 36 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 600 | 9.4% |
| Business | 1,360 | 21.4% |
| Education | 1,022 | 16.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 250 | 3.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 442 | 6.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 233 | 3.7% |
| Communications | 257 | 4.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 638 | 10.0% |
| Total | 6,365 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Pickens County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Pickens County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Pickens County are males with 2 vehicles (3,060, accounting for 36.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,642, making up 44.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 262 (3.1%) | 103 (1.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 961 (11.5%) | 985 (14.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,060 (36.5%) | 2,642 (38.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,305 (27.5%) | 1,677 (24.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 952 (11.4%) | 690 (10.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 842 (10.1%) | 804 (11.7%) |
| Total | 8,382 (100.0%) | 6,901 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Pickens County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Pickens County are 15 to 19 minutes (2,009 commuters, 15.0%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,680 commuters, 12.6%), and 45 to 59 minutes (1,594 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 536 | 4.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,093 | 8.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,150 | 8.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,009 | 15.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,401 | 10.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 844 | 6.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,680 | 12.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 545 | 4.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 426 | 3.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,594 | 11.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,337 | 10.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 749 | 5.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Pickens County
The most common commute times in Pickens County are 45 to 59 minutes (1,000 commuters, 13.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,171 commuters, 19.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 348 (4.7%) | 188 (3.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 652 (8.9%) | 441 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 538 (7.3%) | 612 (10.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 838 (11.4%) | 1,171 (19.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 755 (10.3%) | 646 (10.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 280 (3.8%) | 564 (9.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 968 (13.2%) | 712 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 226 (3.1%) | 319 (5.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 305 (4.2%) | 121 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,000 (13.6%) | 594 (9.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 842 (11.5%) | 495 (8.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 588 (8.0%) | 161 (2.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Pickens County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Pickens County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,035, 14.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,154, 19.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 641 (8.7%) | 296 (4.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 347 (4.7%) | 147 (2.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 514 (7.0%) | 160 (2.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,035 (14.1%) | 477 (7.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,010 (13.8%) | 721 (12.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 929 (12.7%) | 1,154 (19.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 643 (8.8%) | 937 (15.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 619 (8.4%) | 435 (7.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 145 (2.0%) | 187 (3.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 313 (4.3%) | 490 (8.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 232 (3.2%) | 102 (1.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 71 (1.0%) | 249 (4.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 436 (5.9%) | 308 (5.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 405 (5.5%) | 361 (6.0%) |
| Total | 7,340 (100.0%) | 6,024 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Pickens County
Occupancy by Ownership in Pickens County
Of the total 13,042 dwellings in Pickens County, owner-occupied units account for 10,292 (78.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,750 (21.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 10,292 | 78.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,750 | 21.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 13,042 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Pickens County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,082 | 23.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,532 | 42.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,899 | 14.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,529 | 19.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 13,042 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Pickens County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,409 (78.2%) | 673 (21.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,621 (83.5%) | 911 (16.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,570 (82.7%) | 329 (17.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,692 (66.9%) | 837 (33.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 10,292 (78.9%) | 2,750 (21.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Pickens County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 929 (66.2%) | 474 (33.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,175 (77.7%) | 912 (22.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,302 (74.9%) | 1,107 (25.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,886 (91.8%) | 257 (8.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Pickens County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,926 | 14.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,667 | 12.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,943 | 14.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,781 | 21.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,870 | 22.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,568 | 12.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 287 | 2.2% |
| Total | 13,042 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Pickens County
Median Income by Occupancy in Pickens County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 10,292 (78.9%) | $82,516 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,750 (21.1%) | $43,476 |
| Average | 13,042 (100.0%) | $72,558 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Pickens County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 234 (2.3%) | 96 (3.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 134 (1.3%) | 32 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 230 (2.2%) | 169 (6.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 238 (2.3%) | 124 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 497 (4.8%) | 329 (12.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 768 (7.5%) | 363 (13.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 940 (9.1%) | 521 (19.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,691 (16.4%) | 406 (14.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,446 (14.1%) | 428 (15.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,494 (24.2%) | 244 (8.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,620 (15.7%) | 38 (1.4%) |
| Total | 10,292 (100.0%) | 2,750 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Pickens County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 577 (5.6%) | 84 (3.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,503 (14.6%) | 86 (3.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,981 (19.3%) | 502 (18.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 915 (8.9%) | 550 (20.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,523 (24.5%) | 934 (34.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,394 (13.5%) | 182 (6.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 775 (7.5%) | 30 (1.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 321 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 303 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,292 (100.0%) | 2,750 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Pickens County
Housing Structures in Pickens County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 10,445 | 80.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 107 | 0.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 231 | 1.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 342 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 163 | 1.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 146 | 1.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,608 | 12.3% |
| Total | 13,042 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Pickens County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,316 (89.2%) | 1,129 (10.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 95 (88.8%) | 12 (11.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 231 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 342 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 10 (6.1%) | 153 (93.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 146 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 871 (54.2%) | 737 (45.8%) |
| Total | 10,292 (78.9%) | 2,750 (21.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Pickens County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 60 (0.6%) | 25 (0.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 311 (3.0%) | 353 (12.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,674 (26.0%) | 1,482 (53.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,913 (38.0%) | 721 (26.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,334 (32.4%) | 169 (6.1%) |
| Total | 10,292 (100.0%) | 2,750 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Pickens County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,195 (21.3%) | 562 (20.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 3,139 (30.5%) | 626 (22.8%) |
| Electricity | 4,529 (44.0%) | 1,518 (55.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 134 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 255 (2.5%) | 44 (1.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 40 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,292 (100.0%) | 2,750 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Pickens County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 238 (2.3%) | 172 (6.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,782 (17.3%) | 1,316 (47.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,491 (43.6%) | 838 (30.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,781 (36.7%) | 424 (15.4%) |
| Total | 10,292 (100.0%) | 2,750 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Pickens County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Pickens County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,452 | 5,840 |
| Median Property Value | $239,700 | $275,100 |
| Median Household Income | $62,181 | $1,059 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $525 | $303 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,751 | $103 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Pickens County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 454 (10.2%) | 157 (2.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 335 (7.5%) | 467 (8.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,942 (43.6%) | 2,710 (46.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,087 (24.4%) | 1,775 (30.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 489 (11.0%) | 538 (9.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 59 (1.3%) | 93 (1.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 86 (1.9%) | 100 (1.7%) |
| Total | 4,452 (100.0%) | 5,840 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Pickens County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 190 (4.3%) | 95 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 785 (17.6%) | 178 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 380 (8.5%) | 180 (3.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 562 (12.6%) | 388 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 609 (13.7%) | 378 (6.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 600 (13.5%) | 1,082 (18.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 765 (17.2%) | 846 (14.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 561 (12.6%) | 1,729 (29.6%) |
| Total | 4,452 (100.0%) | 5,840 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Pickens County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,267 (28.5%) | 96,111 (1,645.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 624 (14.0%) | 1,764 (30.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 455 (10.2%) | 1,356 (23.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,047 (46.0%) | 819 (14.0%) |
| Total | 4,452 (100.0%) | 5,840 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Pickens County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,125 (25.3%) | 87 (1.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 835 (18.8%) | 624 (10.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,350 (52.8%) | 1,610 (27.6%) |
| Total | 4,452 (100.0%) | 5,840 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Pickens County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pickens County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,709 (95.2%) | 86 (4.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,673 (94.1%) | 294 (5.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,835 (84.6%) | 335 (15.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,193 (61.8%) | 1,358 (38.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,924 (81.9%) | 646 (18.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,861 (85.7%) | 642 (14.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,528 (85.7%) | 757 (14.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,660 (100.0%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,646 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 29,029 (87.6%) | 4,119 (12.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Pickens County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,709 (95.2%) | 86 (4.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,673 (94.1%) | 294 (5.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,835 (84.6%) | 335 (15.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Pickens County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,920 (83.7%) | 570 (16.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,103 (79.7%) | 1,296 (20.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,246 (84.7%) | 766 (15.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,944 (89.5%) | 578 (10.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 11,722 (93.0%) | 884 (7.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Pickens County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,230 (68.5%) | 526 (29.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,284 (46.0%) | 2,561 (51.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 507 (23.4%) | 1,443 (66.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 610 (17.2%) | 1,798 (50.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 705 (19.8%) | 2,453 (68.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 584 (13.0%) | 3,400 (75.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 906 (17.1%) | 3,794 (71.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,582 (98.3%) | 2,743 (58.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,641 (99.8%) | 1,875 (70.9%) |
| Total | 14,049 (42.4%) | 20,593 (62.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Pickens County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 149 (5.8%) | 139 (6.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 342 (11.4%) | 346 (11.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,206 (18.2%) | 1,398 (20.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 668 (29.4%) | 585 (24.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 622 (51.6%) | 756 (52.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Pickens 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%) | 16 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 52 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 279 (4.2%) | 227 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 318 (14.0%) | 287 (12.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 181 (15.0%) | 358 (24.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.4%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 60 (2.0%) | 59 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 421 (6.4%) | 332 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 87 (3.8%) | 54 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 126 (10.5%) | 163 (11.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 140 (5.5%) | 75 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 223 (7.4%) | 318 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 230 (3.5%) | 342 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (3.7%) | 109 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 93 (7.7%) | 162 (11.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 125 (4.2%) | 105 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 584 (8.8%) | 837 (12.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 393 (17.3%) | 331 (13.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 411 (34.1%) | 317 (22.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 66 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 107 (3.6%) | 83 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 187 (2.8%) | 128 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 186 (8.2%) | 44 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (3.9%) | 64 (4.4%) |
Technology Access in Pickens County
Computing Device Access in Pickens County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 10,073 | 77.2% |
| Smartphone | 11,502 | 88.2% |
| Tablet | 7,997 | 61.3% |
| No Computing Device | 663 | 5.1% |
| Total | 13,042 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Pickens County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 9,471 | 72.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,620 | 12.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 926 | 7.1% |
| No Internet | 1,165 | 8.9% |
| Total | 13,042 | 100.0% |
Pickens County Summary
Pickens County is located in the north-central part of the state of Georgia, in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. It is bordered by Gilmer, Dawson, Forsyth, Cherokee, and Bartow counties. The county seat is Jasper, and the county is named after General Andrew Pickens, a Revolutionary War hero.
Geography
Pickens County covers an area of 437 square miles, with a population of approximately 30,000 people. The terrain is mostly mountainous, with the highest point being Sharp Top Mountain at 3,717 feet. The county is home to several rivers, including the Etowah, Amicalola, and Toccoa. The county is also home to several state parks, including Amicalola Falls State Park, which is home to the tallest waterfall in the state.
Climate
Pickens County has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 61 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average annual precipitation of around 50 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Pickens County had a population of 29,431 people. The racial makeup of the county was 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.
Economy
Pickens County is home to several industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The county is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Shaw Industries, which produces carpets and rugs, and Mohawk Industries, which produces flooring. The county is also home to several agricultural operations, including poultry farms, cattle farms, and vegetable farms. Tourism is also an important part of the county's economy, with several state parks and recreational areas, including Amicalola Falls State Park, which is home to the tallest waterfall in the state.
History
Pickens County was created in 1853 from parts of Gilmer and Cherokee counties. The county was named after General Andrew Pickens, a Revolutionary War hero. The county seat was originally located in Talking Rock, but was moved to Jasper in 1854. During the Civil War, Pickens County was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Pickett's Mill.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Pickens County was home to several large manufacturing companies, including the Pickens Manufacturing Company, which produced cotton and woolen goods. The county was also home to several large agricultural operations, including poultry farms, cattle farms, and vegetable farms.
Today, Pickens County is home to several industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The county is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Shaw Industries, which produces carpets and rugs, and Mohawk Industries, which produces flooring. The county is also home to several agricultural operations, including poultry farms, cattle farms, and vegetable farms. Tourism is also an important part of the county's economy, with several state parks and recreational areas, including Amicalola Falls State Park, which is home to the tallest waterfall in the state.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Pickens County?
Total Population of Pickens County is 33,439.
What is the Total Male Population of Pickens County?
Total Male Population of Pickens County is 16,763.
What is the Total Female Population of Pickens County?
Total Female Population of Pickens County is 16,676.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Pickens County?
There are 100.52 Males per 100 Females in Pickens County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Pickens County?
There are 99.48 Females per 100 Males in Pickens County.
What is the Median Population Age in Pickens County?
Median Population Age in Pickens County is 46.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Pickens County
Average Family Size in Pickens County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Pickens County
Average Household Size in Pickens County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Pickens County?
Per Capita income in Pickens County is $37,686.
What is the Median Family Income in Pickens County?
Median Family Income in Pickens County is $85,424.
What is the Median Household income in Pickens County?
Median Household Income in Pickens County is $72,558.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Pickens County?
Income or Wage Gap in Pickens County is 34.3%.
Women in Pickens County earn 65.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Pickens County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Pickens County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Pickens County?
There are 16,142 People in the Labor Forcein in Pickens County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Pickens County?
57.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Pickens County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Pickens County?
Unemployment Rate in Pickens County is 4.5%.