Ware County, GA
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Ware County Overview
35,917
TOTAL POPULATION
17,975
MALE POPULATION
17,942
FEMALE POPULATION
100.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.82
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,319
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,183
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,138
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,688
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ware County Area Codes
Race in Ware County
The most populous races in Ware County are White / Caucasian (22,600 | 62.9%), Black / African American (10,832 | 30.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,633 | 4.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 443 | 1.2% |
| Black / African American | 10,832 | 30.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 26 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,633 | 4.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 161 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 22,600 | 62.9% |
| Two or more Races | 1,484 | 4.1% |
| Some other Race | 371 | 1.0% |
| Total | 35,917 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ware County
The most populous ancestries reported in Ware County are American (3,227 | 9.0%), English (2,019 | 5.6%), Irish (1,575 | 4.4%), German (901 | 2.5%), and Mexican (871 | 2.4%), together accounting for 23.9% of all Ware County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 285 | 0.8% |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 10 | 0.0% |
| American | 3,227 | 9.0% |
| Arab | 14 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 37 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 16 | 0.0% |
| British | 24 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 18 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 132 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 97 | 0.3% |
| Choctaw | 51 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 54 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 13 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 125 | 0.4% |
| Danish | 16 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 122 | 0.3% |
| English | 2,019 | 5.6% |
| European | 389 | 1.1% |
| French | 284 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 29 | 0.1% |
| German | 901 | 2.5% |
| Greek | 62 | 0.2% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 26 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 80 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 14 | 0.0% |
| Indonesian | 125 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 1,575 | 4.4% |
| Italian | 139 | 0.4% |
| Korean | 81 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 14 | 0.0% |
| Lumbee | 18 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 871 | 2.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Mongolian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 17 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 21 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 54 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 164 | 0.5% |
| Russian | 66 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 195 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 281 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 389 | 1.1% |
| South American | 54 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 285 | 0.8% |
| Swedish | 13 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 234 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 107 | 0.3% | View All 53 Rows |
Immigrants in Ware County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ware County came from Asia (346 | 1.0%), Latin America (294 | 0.8%), Central America (218 | 0.6%), Mexico (218 | 0.6%), and India (173 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.5% of all Ware County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 83 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 346 | 1.0% |
| Canada | 4 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 218 | 0.6% |
| Colombia | 54 | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | 4 | 0.0% |
| England | 8 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 64 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 13 | 0.0% |
| India | 173 | 0.5% |
| Italy | 18 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 294 | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | 32 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 218 | 0.6% |
| Nigeria | 68 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 33 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 18 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 70 | 0.2% |
| South Africa | 15 | 0.0% |
| South America | 72 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 173 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 173 | 0.5% |
| Southern Europe | 18 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 68 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 13 | 0.0% | View All 26 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ware County
Sex and Age in Ware County
The most populous age groups in Ware County are 5 to 9 Years (1,815 | 10.1%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,439 | 8.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,266 (7.0%) | 1,052 (5.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,815 (10.1%) | 886 (4.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 921 (5.1%) | 1,439 (8.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,130 (6.3%) | 1,349 (7.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,034 (5.8%) | 852 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,460 (8.1%) | 1,103 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,180 (6.6%) | 1,222 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,266 (7.0%) | 1,086 (6.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,069 (5.9%) | 961 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,057 (5.9%) | 986 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,134 (6.3%) | 1,045 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 880 (4.9%) | 1,220 (6.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,234 (6.9%) | 1,135 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 838 (4.7%) | 1,128 (6.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 724 (4.0%) | 824 (4.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 373 (2.1%) | 629 (3.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 365 (2.0%) | 564 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 229 (1.3%) | 461 (2.6%) |
| Total | 17,975 (100.0%) | 17,942 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ware County
Median Family Size in Ware County
The median family size in Ware County is 3.43 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,162 | 27.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.96 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,949 | 63.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.20 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,949 (63.2%) | 3.20 |
| Single Male/Father | 719 (9.2%) | 3.37 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,162 (27.6%) | 3.96 |
| Total Families | 7,830 (100.0%) | 3.43 |
Median Household Size in Ware County
The median household size in Ware County is 2.63 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,162 | 17.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.14 persons per household. non-family households (4,926 | 38.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,949 (38.8%) | 3.22 |
| Single Male/Father | 719 (5.6%) | 3.99 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,162 (17.0%) | 4.14 |
| Non-family | 4,926 (38.6%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 12,756 (100.0%) | 2.63 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ware County
Out of a total of 12,756 households in Ware County, 7,830 (61.4%) are family households, while 4,926 (38.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,774, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,358.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,358 (34.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,774 (29.6%) | 514 (4.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,038 (16.0%) | 33 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,170 (9.2%) | 21 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 554 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 243 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 51 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,830 (61.4%) | 4,926 (38.6%) |
Female Fertility in Ware County
Fertility by Age in Ware County
Average fertility rate in Ware County is 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 131.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 37 (6.7%) | 27.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 415 (75.2%) | 131.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 100 (18.1%) | 31.0 |
| Total | 552 (100.0%) | 72.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ware County
33.5% of women with births (552) in Ware County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 26.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 111 (26.8%) | 304 (73.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 74 (74.0%) | 26 (26.0%) |
| Total | 185 (33.5%) | 367 (66.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Ware County
Average fertility rate in Ware County is 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 126.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 29.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 106 (19.2%) | 63.0 |
| High School Diploma | 160 (29.0%) | 68.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 141 (25.5%) | 63.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 132 (23.9%) | 126.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (2.4%) | 34.0 |
| Total | 552 (100.0%) | 72.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ware County
66.5% of women with births in Ware County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate 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 90.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 10 (9.4%) | 96 (90.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 28 (17.5%) | 132 (82.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 97 (68.8%) | 44 (31.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 37 (28.0%) | 95 (72.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 185 (33.5%) | 367 (66.5%) |
Income in Ware County
Income Overview in Ware County
Per Capita Income in Ware County is $23,319, while median incomes of families and households are $55,183 and $44,138 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 35,917 | $23,319 |
| Median Family Income | 7,830 | $55,183 |
| Mean Family Income | 7,830 | $69,849 |
| Median Household Income | 12,756 | $44,138 |
| Mean Household Income | 12,756 | $60,616 |
| Income Deficit | 7,830 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 35,917 | 18.63% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 35,917 | 81.37¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 35,917 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Ware County
Average Earnings in Ware County are $32,966, $35,913 for men and $29,223 for women, a difference of 18.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 7,002 (50.1%) | $35,913 |
| Female | 6,980 (49.9%) | $29,223 |
| Total | 13,982 (100.0%) | $32,966 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ware County
The most common earnings brackets in Ware County are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (1,046 | 14.9%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (701 | 10.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 275 (3.9%) | 249 (3.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 97 (1.4%) | 252 (3.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 127 (1.8%) | 222 (3.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 89 (1.3%) | 221 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 155 (2.2%) | 299 (4.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 120 (1.7%) | 448 (6.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 178 (2.5%) | 606 (8.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 107 (1.5%) | 150 (2.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 466 (6.7%) | 434 (6.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 229 (3.3%) | 305 (4.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,046 (14.9%) | 386 (5.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 536 (7.6%) | 701 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 324 (4.6%) | 520 (7.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 412 (5.9%) | 486 (7.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 488 (7.0%) | 313 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 220 (3.1%) | 378 (5.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 675 (9.6%) | 381 (5.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 381 (5.4%) | 330 (4.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 560 (8.0%) | 143 (2.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 517 (7.4%) | 156 (2.2%) |
| Total | 7,002 (100.0%) | 6,980 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ware County
Average earnings in Ware County are $40,976 for men and $30,304 for women, a difference of 26.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,972, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,243. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,214, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,663.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,243 | $16,663 |
| High School Diploma | $41,524 | $23,717 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $35,208 | $27,604 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $75,972 | $41,114 |
| Graduate Degree | $72,697 | $54,214 |
| Total | $40,976 | $30,304 |
Family Income in Ware County
Family Income Brackets in Ware County
According to the Ware County family income data, there are 1,785 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 235 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 235 | 3.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 525 | 6.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 642 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 830 | 10.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,221 | 15.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,785 | 22.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,002 | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,049 | 13.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 258 | 3.3% |
| $200,000+ | 290 | 3.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ware County
3-person families (1,976 | 25.2%) account for the highest median family income in Ware County with $62,500 per family, while 2-person families (4,058 | 51.8%) have the highest median income of $26,092 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,058 (51.8%) | $52,183 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,976 (25.2%) | $62,500 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,088 (13.9%) | $61,628 |
| 5-Person Families | 483 (6.2%) | $58,558 |
| 6-Person Families | 174 (2.2%) | $28,158 |
| 7+ Person Families | 51 (0.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 7,830 (100.0%) | $55,183 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ware County
The median family income in Ware County is $55,183, with families comprising 3+ earners (397) having the highest median family income of $136,328, while families with no earners (1,921) have the lowest median family income of $31,959, accounting for 5.1% and 24.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,921 (24.5%) | $31,959 |
| 1 Earner | 3,217 (41.1%) | $44,303 |
| 2 Earners | 2,295 (29.3%) | $86,064 |
| 3+ Earners | 397 (5.1%) | $136,328 |
| Total | 7,830 (100.0%) | $55,183 |
Household Income in Ware County
Household Income Brackets in Ware County
With 2,373 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Ware County, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 281 households (2.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 880 | 6.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,429 | 11.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,365 | 10.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,429 | 11.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,824 | 14.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,373 | 18.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,556 | 12.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,250 | 9.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 281 | 2.2% |
| $200,000+ | 370 | 2.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ware County
The median household income in Ware County is $44,138, with the highest median household income of $53,401 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,502 households (35.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,213, with 3,824 households (30.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 377 (3.0%) | $43,185 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,053 (31.8%) | $41,886 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,502 (35.3%) | $53,401 |
| 65+ Years | 3,824 (30.0%) | $39,213 |
| Total | 12,756 (100.0%) | $44,138 |
Poverty in Ware County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ware County
With 20.6% poverty level for males and 26.5% for females among the residents of Ware County, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 424 males (66.2%) and 614 females (46.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 558 (44.1%) | 360 (36.0%) |
| 5 Years | 424 (66.2%) | 27 (28.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 537 (36.2%) | 614 (46.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 162 (33.2%) | 309 (37.6%) |
| 15 Years | 110 (34.3%) | 47 (16.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 7 (2.1%) | 113 (20.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 158 (12.2%) | 379 (27.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 339 (17.5%) | 820 (35.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 283 (15.1%) | 547 (26.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 267 (13.9%) | 331 (16.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 228 (11.7%) | 374 (15.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 126 (8.3%) | 352 (18.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 78 (8.7%) | 370 (25.7%) |
| Total | 3,277 (20.6%) | 4,643 (26.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ware County
According to the poverty statistics in Ware County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.9% of males and 84.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 708 (55.9%) | 640 (64.0%) |
| 5 Years | 216 (33.8%) | 68 (71.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 945 (63.8%) | 710 (53.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 326 (66.8%) | 514 (62.5%) |
| 15 Years | 211 (65.7%) | 235 (83.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 333 (97.9%) | 431 (79.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,133 (87.8%) | 978 (72.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,601 (82.5%) | 1,504 (64.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,593 (84.9%) | 1,490 (73.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,658 (86.1%) | 1,693 (83.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,725 (88.3%) | 1,977 (84.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,384 (91.7%) | 1,578 (81.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 817 (91.3%) | 1,068 (74.3%) |
| Total | 12,650 (79.4%) | 12,886 (73.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ware County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ware County show that 7.7% or 381 of the total 4,949 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 33.2%, comprising of 101 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 | 3,106 (95.6%) | 143 (4.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,245 (90.1%) | 137 (9.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 203 (66.8%) | 101 (33.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,568 (92.3%) | 381 (7.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ware County
According to the poverty data in Ware County, 2.4% or 17 single-father households and 45.8% or 991 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 17 households (3.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 118 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 111 (18.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 17 (3.6%) | 563 (48.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 199 (71.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| Total | 17 (2.4%) | 991 (45.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ware County
The poverty data for Ware County shows that 381 of the married-couple family households (7.7%) and 1,008 of the single-parent households (35.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 101 households (33.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 118 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 143 (4.4%) | 111 (13.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 137 (9.9%) | 580 (35.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 101 (33.2%) | 199 (67.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| Total | 381 (7.7%) | 1,008 (35.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ware County
Employment by Class of Employer in Ware County
Among the 12,933 employed individuals in Ware County, private company employees (8,418 | 65.1%), state government employees (1,426 | 11.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (840 | 6.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 8,418 | 65.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 430 | 3.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 840 | 6.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 811 | 6.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 745 | 5.8% |
| State Government Employees | 1,426 | 11.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 230 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 33 | 0.3% |
| Total | 12,933 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ware County
According to the labor force statistics for Ware County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (27,935), 49.0% or 13,688 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 589 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 70.9% or 3,107 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.1% or 198 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 538 (28.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,141 (60.5%) | 84 (7.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,638 (63.9%) | 198 (12.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,496 (62.3%) | 73 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,107 (70.9%) | 103 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,799 (66.3%) | 78 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,283 (61.1%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 990 (41.8%) | 24 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 640 (18.2%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,688 (49.0%) | 589 (4.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ware County
According to labor force statistics for Ware County, 62.8% of individuals (11,328) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (18,038) are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 498 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 87.1% or 2,585 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.2% or 257 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,133 (36.4%) | 128 (4.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,138 (59.4%) | 432 (6.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,463 (69.4%) | 150 (3.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,585 (87.1%) | 95 (3.2%) |
| Total | 11,328 (62.8%) | 794 (4.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ware County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ware County are Community & Social Service (1,633 | 12.5%), Management (1,027 | 7.8%), Education Instruction & Library (948 | 7.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (672 | 5.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (388 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ware County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (94.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.8%), and Community & Social Service (80.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 693 (67.5%) | 334 (32.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 119 (31.8%) | 255 (68.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 137 (69.9%) | 59 (30.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 78 (56.9%) | 59 (43.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 314 (19.2%) | 1,319 (80.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 110 (28.3%) | 278 (71.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 37 (34.6%) | 70 (65.4%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 53 (5.6%) | 895 (94.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 114 (60.0%) | 76 (40.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 129 (19.2%) | 543 (80.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 90 (29.4%) | 216 (70.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,392 (35.7%) | 2,510 (64.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,607 (50.4%) | 6,493 (49.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ware County are Security & Protection (603 | 4.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (490 | 3.7%), Law Enforcement (456 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (438 | 3.3%), and Healthcare Support (319 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ware County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (96.6%), Security & Protection (76.9%), and Law Enforcement (70.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (92.9%), Healthcare Support (83.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (68.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 54 (16.9%) | 265 (83.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 464 (76.9%) | 139 (23.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 142 (96.6%) | 5 (3.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 322 (70.6%) | 134 (29.4%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 154 (31.4%) | 336 (68.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 135 (54.9%) | 111 (45.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 31 (7.1%) | 407 (92.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 838 (40.0%) | 1,258 (60.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,607 (50.4%) | 6,493 (49.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ware County are Office & Administration (1,672 | 12.8%), and Sales & Related (1,196 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 388 (32.4%) | 808 (67.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 352 (21.0%) | 1,320 (78.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 740 (25.8%) | 2,128 (74.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,607 (50.4%) | 6,493 (49.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ware County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,001 | 7.6%), Construction & Extraction (752 | 5.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (82 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 59 (72.0%) | 23 (28.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 752 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1,001 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,812 (98.8%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,607 (50.4%) | 6,493 (49.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ware County are Production (1,143 | 8.7%), Material Moving (712 | 5.4%), and Transportation (544 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 815 (71.3%) | 328 (28.7%) |
| Transportation | 453 (83.3%) | 91 (16.7%) |
| Material Moving | 557 (78.2%) | 155 (21.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,825 (76.1%) | 574 (23.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 6,607 (50.4%) | 6,493 (49.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ware County
Employment Industries in Ware County
The major employment industries in Ware County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,858 | 14.2%), Manufacturing (1,744 | 13.3%), Retail Trade (1,565 | 11.9%), Educational Services (1,153 | 8.8%), and Public Administration (1,124 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ware County
The Ware County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (97.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (87.3%), Educational Services (86.0%), and Finance & Insurance (82.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 206 (88.0%) | 28 (12.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 746 (97.5%) | 19 (2.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,246 (71.4%) | 498 (28.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 324 (70.4%) | 136 (29.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 831 (53.1%) | 734 (46.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 682 (96.3%) | 26 (3.7%) |
| Utilities | 115 (75.2%) | 38 (24.8%) |
| Information | 104 (72.2%) | 40 (27.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 45 (17.7%) | 209 (82.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 58 (61.1%) | 37 (39.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 159 (34.8%) | 298 (65.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 307 (45.2%) | 372 (54.8%) |
| Educational Services | 162 (14.1%) | 991 (86.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 236 (12.7%) | 1,622 (87.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 262 (38.3%) | 422 (61.7%) |
| Public Administration | 617 (54.9%) | 507 (45.1%) |
| Total | 6,607 (50.4%) | 6,493 (49.6%) |
Education in Ware County
School Enrollment in Ware County
The most common levels of schooling among the 8,182 students in Ware County are elementary school (2,294 | 28.0%), high school (2,033 | 24.8%), and middle school (1,762 | 21.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 527 | 6.4% |
| Kindergarten | 508 | 6.2% |
| Elementary School | 2,294 | 28.0% |
| Middle School | 1,762 | 21.5% |
| High School | 2,033 | 24.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 837 | 10.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 221 | 2.7% |
| Total | 8,182 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ware County
Out of a total of 8,182 students who are enrolled in schools in Ware County, 671 (8.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,511 (91.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 139 (26.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,186 (95.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 218 (83.2%) | 44 (16.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,448 (91.6%) | 225 (8.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,186 (95.2%) | 111 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,386 (95.0%) | 73 (5.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 384 (73.4%) | 139 (26.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 136 (95.1%) | 7 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 296 (87.1%) | 44 (12.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 461 (95.1%) | 24 (5.0%) |
| Total | 7,511 (91.8%) | 671 (8.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ware County
Business (881 | 22.8%), education (752 | 19.5%), social sciences (413 | 10.7%), science & technology (410 | 10.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (335 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 3,864 individuals in Ware County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 74 | 1.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 335 | 8.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 55 | 1.4% |
| Psychology | 242 | 6.3% |
| Social Sciences | 413 | 10.7% |
| Engineering | 170 | 4.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 20 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 410 | 10.6% |
| Business | 881 | 22.8% |
| Education | 752 | 19.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 69 | 1.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 93 | 2.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 131 | 3.4% |
| Communications | 69 | 1.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 150 | 3.9% |
| Total | 3,864 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ware County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ware County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ware County are males with 2 vehicles (2,880, accounting for 44.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,506, making up 44.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 93 (1.5%) | 167 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,494 (23.3%) | 2,054 (32.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,880 (44.8%) | 2,506 (39.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,198 (18.6%) | 1,005 (15.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 632 (9.8%) | 576 (9.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 126 (2.0%) | 104 (1.6%) |
| Total | 6,423 (100.0%) | 6,412 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ware County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ware County are 15 to 19 minutes (3,437 commuters, 27.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (2,254 commuters, 18.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (2,238 commuters, 18.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 181 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,224 | 9.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,254 | 18.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,437 | 27.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,238 | 18.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 337 | 2.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 987 | 8.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 178 | 1.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 144 | 1.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 658 | 5.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 449 | 3.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 241 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ware County
The most common commute times in Ware County are 15 to 19 minutes (1,385 commuters, 22.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (2,052 commuters, 33.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 112 (1.8%) | 69 (1.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 583 (9.5%) | 641 (10.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,239 (20.1%) | 1,015 (16.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,385 (22.5%) | 2,052 (33.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,035 (16.8%) | 1,203 (19.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 187 (3.0%) | 150 (2.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 601 (9.8%) | 386 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 132 (2.1%) | 46 (0.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 94 (1.5%) | 50 (0.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 383 (6.2%) | 275 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 280 (4.5%) | 169 (2.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 128 (2.1%) | 113 (1.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ware County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ware County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (1,329, 21.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,424, 23.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 323 (5.2%) | 266 (4.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 284 (4.6%) | 153 (2.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 311 (5.1%) | 112 (1.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 815 (13.2%) | 141 (2.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,329 (21.6%) | 1,003 (16.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 843 (13.7%) | 1,424 (23.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 581 (9.4%) | 1,136 (18.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 423 (6.9%) | 456 (7.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 139 (2.3%) | 411 (6.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 145 (2.4%) | 361 (5.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 105 (1.7%) | 165 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 5 (0.1%) | 21 (0.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 333 (5.4%) | 209 (3.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 523 (8.5%) | 311 (5.0%) |
| Total | 6,159 (100.0%) | 6,169 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ware County
Occupancy by Ownership in Ware County
Of the total 12,756 dwellings in Ware County, owner-occupied units account for 7,952 (62.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,804 (37.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,952 | 62.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,804 | 37.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 12,756 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ware County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,358 | 34.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,288 | 33.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,071 | 16.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,039 | 16.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 12,756 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ware County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,273 (52.2%) | 2,085 (47.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,086 (72.0%) | 1,202 (28.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,330 (64.2%) | 741 (35.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,263 (61.9%) | 776 (38.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,952 (62.3%) | 4,804 (37.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ware County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,000 (51.8%) | 932 (48.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,911 (59.8%) | 1,957 (40.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,331 (66.2%) | 1,188 (33.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,710 (70.2%) | 727 (29.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ware County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,421 | 19.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,009 | 15.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,188 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,314 | 18.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,349 | 18.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,070 | 8.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 405 | 3.2% |
| Total | 12,756 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ware County
Median Income by Occupancy in Ware County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,952 (62.3%) | $56,953 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,804 (37.7%) | $28,341 |
| Average | 12,756 (100.0%) | $44,138 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ware County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 324 (4.1%) | 295 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 116 (1.5%) | 144 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 498 (6.3%) | 926 (19.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 288 (3.6%) | 485 (10.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 260 (3.3%) | 328 (6.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 712 (8.9%) | 715 (14.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,136 (14.3%) | 692 (14.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,752 (22.0%) | 616 (12.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,192 (15.0%) | 370 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,114 (14.0%) | 141 (2.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 560 (7.0%) | 92 (1.9%) |
| Total | 7,952 (100.0%) | 4,804 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ware County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,234 (15.5%) | 377 (7.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,125 (26.7%) | 465 (9.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,398 (17.6%) | 1,722 (35.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,212 (15.2%) | 1,076 (22.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,262 (15.9%) | 592 (12.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 435 (5.5%) | 47 (1.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 117 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 135 (1.7%) | 52 (1.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 34 (0.4%) | 5 (0.1%) |
| Total | 7,952 (100.0%) | 4,804 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ware County
Housing Structures in Ware County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,285 | 64.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 88 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 546 | 4.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 575 | 4.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 478 | 3.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 327 | 2.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,457 | 19.3% |
| Total | 12,756 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ware County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,139 (74.1%) | 2,146 (25.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 41 (46.6%) | 47 (53.4%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 12 (2.2%) | 534 (97.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 14 (2.4%) | 561 (97.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 478 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 327 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,746 (71.1%) | 711 (28.9%) |
| Total | 7,952 (62.3%) | 4,804 (37.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ware County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 68 (0.9%) | 129 (2.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 214 (2.7%) | 491 (10.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,287 (16.2%) | 2,212 (46.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,628 (58.2%) | 1,819 (37.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,755 (22.1%) | 153 (3.2%) |
| Total | 7,952 (100.0%) | 4,804 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ware County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 648 (8.2%) | 196 (4.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 194 (2.4%) | 32 (0.7%) |
| Electricity | 6,910 (86.9%) | 4,484 (93.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 61 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 139 (1.8%) | 92 (1.9%) |
| Total | 7,952 (100.0%) | 4,804 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ware County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 275 (3.5%) | 1,116 (23.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,686 (33.8%) | 2,433 (50.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,320 (41.7%) | 1,004 (20.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,671 (21.0%) | 251 (5.2%) |
| Total | 7,952 (100.0%) | 4,804 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ware County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ware County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,159 | 3,793 |
| Median Property Value | $79,600 | $123,700 |
| Median Household Income | $42,757 | $289 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $382 | $34 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $765 | $209 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ware County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,306 (31.4%) | 553 (14.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,317 (31.7%) | 996 (26.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,272 (30.6%) | 1,983 (52.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 227 (5.5%) | 194 (5.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 28 (0.7%) | 44 (1.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 9 (0.2%) | 23 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,159 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ware County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 365 (8.8%) | 115 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 767 (18.4%) | 75 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 525 (12.6%) | 279 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 662 (15.9%) | 187 (4.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 707 (17.0%) | 474 (12.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 424 (10.2%) | 1,045 (27.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 438 (10.5%) | 768 (20.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 271 (6.5%) | 676 (17.8%) |
| Total | 4,159 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ware County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,358 (56.7%) | 70,774 (1,865.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 408 (9.8%) | 2,344 (61.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 347 (8.3%) | 738 (19.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 874 (21.0%) | 306 (8.1%) |
| Total | 4,159 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ware County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,895 (45.6%) | 21 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 887 (21.3%) | 1,158 (30.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 832 (20.0%) | 925 (24.4%) |
| Total | 4,159 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ware County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ware County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,945 (96.5%) | 108 (3.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,778 (92.9%) | 439 (7.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,764 (68.0%) | 830 (32.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,427 (62.0%) | 1,487 (38.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,807 (71.9%) | 1,097 (28.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,877 (72.9%) | 1,072 (27.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,435 (79.8%) | 869 (20.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,435 (99.9%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,329 (99.8%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Total | 27,797 (82.5%) | 5,911 (17.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ware County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,945 (96.5%) | 108 (3.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,778 (92.9%) | 439 (7.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,764 (68.0%) | 830 (32.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ware County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,258 (75.2%) | 1,735 (24.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,948 (82.7%) | 1,456 (17.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,874 (84.2%) | 1,106 (15.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,838 (86.1%) | 620 (13.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,815 (86.8%) | 887 (13.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ware County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 2,187 (71.6%) | 869 (28.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,645 (58.6%) | 2,282 (36.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 539 (20.8%) | 1,336 (51.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 679 (17.3%) | 1,828 (46.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 635 (16.3%) | 2,285 (58.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 794 (20.1%) | 2,102 (53.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,308 (30.4%) | 2,419 (56.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,278 (95.3%) | 1,479 (43.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,304 (98.8%) | 1,083 (46.4%) |
| Total | 15,369 (45.6%) | 15,683 (46.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ware County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (7.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 204 (6.0%) | 133 (4.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 407 (12.6%) | 262 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 825 (14.4%) | 961 (15.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 351 (23.3%) | 330 (17.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 335 (37.4%) | 741 (51.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ware 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 | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 219 (3.8%) | 97 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 212 (14.0%) | 95 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 79 (8.8%) | 264 (18.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (7.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.4%) | 38 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 146 (4.5%) | 113 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 175 (3.0%) | 153 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 81 (5.4%) | 116 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 133 (14.9%) | 49 (3.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 204 (6.0%) | 95 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 342 (10.6%) | 130 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 282 (4.9%) | 361 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 94 (6.2%) | 66 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 129 (14.4%) | 288 (20.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 102 (3.2%) | 60 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 441 (7.7%) | 585 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 145 (9.6%) | 222 (11.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 180 (20.1%) | 422 (29.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 58 (1.7%) | 39 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 164 (5.1%) | 48 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 130 (2.3%) | 240 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (3.7%) | 45 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 86 (9.6%) | 246 (17.1%) |
Technology Access in Ware County
Computing Device Access in Ware County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,108 | 55.7% |
| Smartphone | 11,073 | 86.8% |
| Tablet | 6,592 | 51.7% |
| No Computing Device | 1,013 | 7.9% |
| Total | 12,756 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ware County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 15 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 6,953 | 54.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,234 | 9.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,016 | 8.0% |
| No Internet | 3,772 | 29.6% |
| Total | 12,756 | 100.0% |
Ware County Summary
Ware County is a county located in the southeastern corner of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 36,312. The county seat is Waycross. Ware County is part of the Waycross, GA Micropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Ware County was created in 1824 from parts of Appling and Tattnall counties. It was named for Nicholas Ware, a former United States Senator from Georgia.
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 590 square miles (1,530 km2), of which 586 square miles (1,520 km2) is land and 4.2 square miles (11 km2) (0.7%) is water.
The majority of Ware County is located in the Satilla River sub-basin of the St. Marys-Satilla River basin, with just the northern corner of the county located in the Altamaha River sub-basin of the same larger St. Marys-Satilla River basin.
Economy
Ware County is home to a variety of industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The county is home to several large employers, including the Georgia-Pacific paper mill in Waycross, the Okefenokee Technical College, and the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.
Agriculture is an important part of the local economy, with the county producing a variety of crops, including cotton, peanuts, corn, soybeans, and hay. The county is also home to several large poultry farms.
Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, with the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and the Okefenokee Swamp Park attracting visitors from all over the world.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 36,312 people, 13,845 households, and 9,845 families residing in the county. The population density was 62.0 inhabitants per square mile (23.9/km2). There were 15,845 housing units at an average density of 27.0 per square mile (10.5/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 68.2% white, 28.2% black or African American, 0.6% Asian, 0.3% American Indian, 0.9% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 2.2% of the population.
In terms of ancestry 16 2 were American 8 7 were English 8 3 were Irish and 6 2 were German
Of the 13,845 households, 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 16.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 30.2% were non-families, and 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.10. The median age was 38.2 years.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ware County?
Total Population of Ware County is 35,917.
What is the Total Male Population of Ware County?
Total Male Population of Ware County is 17,975.
What is the Total Female Population of Ware County?
Total Female Population of Ware County is 17,942.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ware County?
There are 100.18 Males per 100 Females in Ware County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ware County?
There are 99.82 Females per 100 Males in Ware County.
What is the Median Population Age in Ware County?
Median Population Age in Ware County is 37.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ware County
Average Family Size in Ware County is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ware County
Average Household Size in Ware County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ware County?
Per Capita income in Ware County is $23,319.
What is the Median Family Income in Ware County?
Median Family Income in Ware County is $55,183.
What is the Median Household income in Ware County?
Median Household Income in Ware County is $44,138.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ware County?
Income or Wage Gap in Ware County is 18.6%.
Women in Ware County earn 81.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ware County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ware County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ware County?
There are 13,688 People in the Labor Forcein in Ware County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ware County?
49.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Ware County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ware County?
Unemployment Rate in Ware County is 4.3%.