Thomson, GA
Thomson Map
Thomson Overview
6,839
TOTAL POPULATION
3,121
MALE POPULATION
3,718
FEMALE POPULATION
83.94
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,515
PER CAPITA INCOME
$47,804
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$42,793
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,003
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Thomson Zip Codes
Thomson Area Codes
Race in Thomson
The most populous races in Thomson are Black / African American (4,671 | 68.3%), White / Caucasian (2,032 | 29.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (388 | 5.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 4,671 | 68.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 388 | 5.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,032 | 29.7% |
| Two or more Races | 62 | 0.9% |
| Some other Race | 71 | 1.0% |
| Total | 6,839 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Thomson
The most populous ancestries reported in Thomson are American (515 | 7.5%), Irish (468 | 6.8%), English (313 | 4.6%), Dominican (176 | 2.6%), and German (148 | 2.2%), together accounting for 23.7% of all Thomson residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 22 | 0.3% |
| American | 515 | 7.5% |
| British | 37 | 0.5% |
| Central American | 26 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 17 | 0.3% |
| Costa Rican | 26 | 0.4% |
| Dominican | 176 | 2.6% |
| Dutch | 26 | 0.4% |
| English | 313 | 4.6% |
| French | 26 | 0.4% |
| German | 148 | 2.2% |
| Irish | 468 | 6.8% |
| Italian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 71 | 1.0% |
| Northern European | 35 | 0.5% |
| Norwegian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 81 | 1.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 115 | 1.7% |
| Scandinavian | 24 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 22 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 31 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 22 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 3 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 5 | 0.1% | View All 24 Rows |
Immigrants in Thomson
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Thomson came from Latin America (138 | 2.0%), Central America (71 | 1.0%), Mexico (71 | 1.0%), Caribbean (67 | 1.0%), and Jamaica (67 | 1.0%), together accounting for 6.1% of all Thomson residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 67 | 1.0% |
| Central America | 71 | 1.0% |
| Europe | 5 | 0.1% |
| India | 3 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 5 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 67 | 1.0% |
| Latin America | 138 | 2.0% |
| Mexico | 71 | 1.0% |
| Northern Europe | 5 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 3 | 0.0% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Thomson
Sex and Age in Thomson
The most populous age groups in Thomson are Under 5 Years (465 | 14.9%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (487 | 13.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 465 (14.9%) | 60 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 125 (4.0%) | 170 (4.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 208 (6.7%) | 487 (13.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 338 (10.8%) | 201 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 364 (11.7%) | 186 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 114 (3.6%) | 336 (9.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 130 (4.2%) | 325 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 259 (8.3%) | 307 (8.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 78 (2.5%) | 188 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 45 (1.4%) | 169 (4.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 233 (7.5%) | 103 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 259 (8.3%) | 371 (10.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 224 (7.2%) | 127 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 57 (1.8%) | 132 (3.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 70 (2.2%) | 230 (6.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 96 (3.1%) | 89 (2.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 21 (0.7%) | 115 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 35 (1.1%) | 122 (3.3%) |
| Total | 3,121 (100.0%) | 3,718 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Thomson
Median Family Size in Thomson
The median family size in Thomson is 3.24 persons per family, with single female/mother families (806 | 48.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.42 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (172 | 10.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.68 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 681 (41.0%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 172 (10.4%) | 2.68 |
| Single Female/Mother | 806 (48.6%) | 3.42 |
| Total Families | 1,659 (100.0%) | 3.24 |
Median Household Size in Thomson
The median household size in Thomson is 2.63 persons per household, with single male/father households (172 | 6.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.92 persons per household. non-family households (845 | 33.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 681 (27.2%) | 3.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 172 (6.9%) | 3.92 |
| Single Female/Mother | 806 (32.2%) | 3.47 |
| Non-family | 845 (33.8%) | 1.11 |
| Total Households | 2,504 (100.0%) | 2.63 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Thomson
Out of a total of 2,504 households in Thomson, 1,659 (66.2%) are family households, while 845 (33.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 889, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 787.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 787 (31.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 889 (35.5%) | 58 (2.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 381 (15.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 254 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 92 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 43 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,659 (66.2%) | 845 (33.8%) |
Female Fertility in Thomson
Fertility by Age in Thomson
Average fertility rate in Thomson is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 73 (80.2%) | 86.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 18 (19.8%) | 27.0 |
| Total | 91 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Thomson
50.5% of women with births (91) in Thomson are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.6% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 28 (38.4%) | 45 (61.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 46 (50.5%) | 45 (49.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Thomson
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 91 (100.0%) | 103.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 91 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Thomson
49.4% of women with births in Thomson are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 50.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 49.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 46 (50.5%) | 45 (49.4%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 46 (50.5%) | 45 (49.4%) |
Income in Thomson
Income Overview in Thomson
Per Capita Income in Thomson is $20,515, while median incomes of families and households are $47,804 and $42,793 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,839 | $20,515 |
| Median Family Income | 1,659 | $47,804 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,659 | $58,876 |
| Median Household Income | 2,504 | $42,793 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,504 | $51,726 |
| Income Deficit | 1,659 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,839 | 32.18% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,839 | 67.82¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,839 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Thomson
Average Earnings in Thomson are $28,662, $36,479 for men and $24,739 for women, a difference of 32.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,225 (40.8%) | $36,479 |
| Female | 1,779 (59.2%) | $24,739 |
| Total | 3,004 (100.0%) | $28,662 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Thomson
The most common earnings brackets in Thomson are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (157 | 12.8%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (374 | 21.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 47 (3.8%) | 39 (2.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 34 (2.8%) | 87 (4.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 62 (5.1%) | 45 (2.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (3.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 88 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 29 (2.4%) | 91 (5.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 91 (7.4%) | 173 (9.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 26 (2.1%) | 45 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 37 (3.0%) | 88 (5.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 91 (7.4%) | 187 (10.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 62 (5.1%) | 259 (14.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 85 (6.9%) | 63 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 92 (7.5%) | 55 (3.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 97 (7.9%) | 57 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 33 (2.7%) | 21 (1.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 55 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 81 (6.6%) | 374 (21.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 82 (6.7%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 157 (12.8%) | 25 (1.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 64 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,225 (100.0%) | 1,779 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Thomson
Average earnings in Thomson are $41,496 for men and $28,242 for women, a difference of 31.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $89,034, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,956. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,968, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,086.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $23,956 | $16,086 |
| High School Diploma | $35,198 | $25,262 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $53,727 | $31,250 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $89,034 | $49,762 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $41,496 | $28,242 |
Family Income in Thomson
Family Income Brackets in Thomson
According to the Thomson family income data, there are 375 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 40 | 2.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 66 | 4.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 222 | 13.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 187 | 11.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 375 | 22.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 358 | 21.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 182 | 11.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 134 | 8.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 85 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 7 | 0.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Thomson
4-person families (258 | 15.5%) account for the highest median family income in Thomson with $51,500 per family, while 2-person families (955 | 57.6%) have the highest median income of $25,306 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 955 (57.6%) | $50,611 |
| 3-Person Families | 370 (22.3%) | $27,370 |
| 4-Person Families | 258 (15.5%) | $51,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 76 (4.6%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,659 (100.0%) | $47,804 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Thomson
The median family income in Thomson is $47,804, with families comprising 3+ earners (74) having the highest median family income of $140,625, while families with no earners (322) have the lowest median family income of $36,000, accounting for 4.5% and 19.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 322 (19.4%) | $36,000 |
| 1 Earner | 761 (45.9%) | $36,283 |
| 2 Earners | 502 (30.3%) | $61,875 |
| 3+ Earners | 74 (4.5%) | $140,625 |
| Total | 1,659 (100.0%) | $47,804 |
Household Income in Thomson
Household Income Brackets in Thomson
With 601 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Thomson, accounting for 24.0% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 158 | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 143 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 401 | 16.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 278 | 11.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 448 | 17.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 601 | 24.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 183 | 7.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 200 | 8.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 85 | 3.4% |
| $200,000+ | 8 | 0.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Thomson
The median household income in Thomson is $42,793, with the highest median household income of $51,861 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,005 households (40.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 77 households (3.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 77 (3.1%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,005 (40.1%) | $51,861 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 844 (33.7%) | $43,456 |
| 65+ Years | 578 (23.1%) | $37,333 |
| Total | 2,504 (100.0%) | $42,793 |
Poverty in Thomson
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Thomson
With 14.9% poverty level for males and 16.4% for females among the residents of Thomson, 15 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 84 males (100.0%) and 45 females (75.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 108 (24.9%) | 45 (75.0%) |
| 5 Years | 10 (38.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 10 (28.6%) | 43 (17.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 12 (6.6%) | 32 (9.9%) |
| 15 Years | 84 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 83 (76.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 16 (3.1%) | 31 (8.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 9 (4.6%) | 232 (35.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (4.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (16.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 38 (8.1%) | 81 (16.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (9.2%) | 30 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (34.8%) | 21 (7.8%) |
| Total | 428 (14.9%) | 583 (16.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Thomson
According to the poverty statistics in Thomson, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 325 (75.1%) | 15 (25.0%) |
| 5 Years | 16 (61.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 25 (71.4%) | 203 (82.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 171 (93.4%) | 292 (90.1%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 26 (23.8%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 493 (96.9%) | 321 (91.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 186 (95.4%) | 429 (64.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 303 (100.0%) | 466 (95.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 278 (100.0%) | 223 (83.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 430 (91.9%) | 413 (83.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 108 (90.8%) | 323 (91.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 88 (65.2%) | 249 (92.2%) |
| Total | 2,449 (85.1%) | 2,969 (83.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Thomson
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Thomson show that 1.3% or 9 of the total 681 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.6%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 557 (98.4%) | 9 (1.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 115 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 672 (98.7%) | 9 (1.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Thomson
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 206 (47.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (71.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 251 (31.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Thomson
The poverty data for Thomson shows that 9 of the married-couple family households (1.3%) and 251 of the single-parent households (25.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (1.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 45 household (60.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 9 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 206 (42.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (60.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9 (1.3%) | 251 (25.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Thomson
Employment by Class of Employer in Thomson
Among the 2,784 employed individuals in Thomson, private company employees (2,250 | 80.8%), local government employees (214 | 7.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (93 | 3.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,250 | 80.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 73 | 2.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 35 | 1.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 93 | 3.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 214 | 7.7% |
| State Government Employees | 86 | 3.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 33 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,784 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Thomson
According to the labor force statistics for Thomson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,240), 57.3% or 3,003 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.7% or 201 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 85.2% or 709 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 42.2% or 181 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 156 (34.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 429 (78.0%) | 181 (42.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 351 (78.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 355 (78.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 709 (85.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 454 (82.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 382 (60.6%) | 21 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 164 (46.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,003 (57.3%) | 201 (6.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Thomson
According to labor force statistics for Thomson, 73.9% of individuals (2,415) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,268) are in the labor force, with 0.9% or 22 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 98.6% or 419 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.6% or 21 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 374 (67.5%) | 31 (5.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,109 (68.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 512 (77.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 419 (98.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,415 (73.9%) | 29 (0.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Thomson
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thomson are Community & Social Service (135 | 4.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (118 | 4.2%), Education Instruction & Library (116 | 4.2%), Business & Financial (113 | 4.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (99 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thomson, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 7 (8.6%) | 74 (91.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 18 (15.9%) | 95 (84.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 115 (97.5%) | 3 (2.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (18.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 19 (14.1%) | 116 (85.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 116 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 99 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 159 (29.1%) | 387 (70.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,056 (37.7%) | 1,742 (62.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Thomson are Food Preparation & Serving (286 | 10.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (219 | 7.8%), Security & Protection (87 | 3.1%), Law Enforcement (60 | 2.1%), and Personal Care & Service (53 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Thomson, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (57.0%), and Security & Protection (56.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (63.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 49 (56.3%) | 38 (43.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 22 (36.7%) | 38 (63.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 163 (57.0%) | 123 (43.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 112 (51.1%) | 107 (48.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 324 (48.6%) | 342 (51.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,056 (37.7%) | 1,742 (62.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Thomson are Office & Administration (443 | 15.8%), and Sales & Related (402 | 14.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 143 (35.6%) | 259 (64.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 10 (2.3%) | 433 (97.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 153 (18.1%) | 692 (81.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,056 (37.7%) | 1,742 (62.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Thomson are Construction & Extraction (119 | 4.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (59 | 2.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (11 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 119 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 189 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,056 (37.7%) | 1,742 (62.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Thomson are Material Moving (249 | 8.9%), Production (216 | 7.7%), and Transportation (87 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 26 (12.0%) | 190 (88.0%) |
| Transportation | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 118 (47.4%) | 131 (52.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 231 (41.8%) | 321 (58.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,056 (37.7%) | 1,742 (62.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Thomson
Employment Industries in Thomson
The major employment industries in Thomson include Manufacturing (525 | 18.8%), Retail Trade (415 | 14.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (381 | 13.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (301 | 10.8%), and Administrative & Support (257 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Thomson
The Thomson industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (90.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 124 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 181 (34.5%) | 344 (65.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 133 (32.1%) | 282 (67.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 65 (83.3%) | 13 (16.7%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 57 (40.4%) | 84 (59.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 13 (9.2%) | 128 (90.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 111 (43.2%) | 146 (56.8%) |
| Educational Services | 92 (45.3%) | 111 (54.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 0 (0.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 163 (42.8%) | 218 (57.2%) |
| Public Administration | 27 (32.1%) | 57 (67.9%) |
| Total | 1,056 (37.7%) | 1,742 (62.3%) |
Education in Thomson
School Enrollment in Thomson
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,792 students in Thomson are high school (537 | 30.0%), middle school (370 | 20.6%), and college / undergraduate (340 | 19.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 185 | 10.3% |
| Kindergarten | 16 | 0.9% |
| Elementary School | 337 | 18.8% |
| Middle School | 370 | 20.6% |
| High School | 537 | 30.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 340 | 19.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 7 | 0.4% |
| Total | 1,792 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Thomson
Out of a total of 1,792 students who are enrolled in schools in Thomson, 145 (8.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,647 (91.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 27 (44.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 285 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 121 (65.4%) | 64 (34.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 285 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 683 (98.3%) | 12 (1.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 210 (92.1%) | 18 (7.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 143 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 88 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 82 (76.6%) | 25 (23.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 34 (55.7%) | 27 (44.3%) |
| Total | 1,647 (91.9%) | 145 (8.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Thomson
Business (127 | 24.8%), arts & humanities (87 | 17.0%), education (71 | 13.8%), social sciences (55 | 10.7%), and engineering (39 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 513 individuals in Thomson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 21 | 4.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 32 | 6.2% |
| Psychology | 15 | 2.9% |
| Social Sciences | 55 | 10.7% |
| Engineering | 39 | 7.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 7 | 1.4% |
| Business | 127 | 24.8% |
| Education | 71 | 13.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 9 | 1.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 19 | 3.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 16 | 3.1% |
| Communications | 15 | 2.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 87 | 17.0% |
| Total | 513 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Thomson
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Thomson
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Thomson are males with 2 vehicles (529, accounting for 50.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (638, making up 30.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 128 (12.1%) | 76 (4.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 56 (5.3%) | 563 (32.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 529 (50.1%) | 638 (37.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 262 (24.8%) | 372 (21.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 50 (4.7%) | 41 (2.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 31 (2.9%) | 35 (2.0%) |
| Total | 1,056 (100.0%) | 1,725 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Thomson
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Thomson are 10 to 14 minutes (757 commuters, 28.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (535 commuters, 20.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (287 commuters, 10.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 265 | 10.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 757 | 28.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 535 | 20.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 232 | 8.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 116 | 4.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 287 | 10.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 105 | 4.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 88 | 3.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 170 | 6.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 76 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Thomson
The most common commute times in Thomson are 10 to 14 minutes (343 commuters, 34.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (445 commuters, 27.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 172 (17.4%) | 93 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 343 (34.7%) | 414 (25.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 90 (9.1%) | 445 (27.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 122 (12.3%) | 110 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 99 (10.0%) | 17 (1.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 35 (3.5%) | 252 (15.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 22 (2.2%) | 83 (5.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 29 (2.9%) | 59 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 38 (3.8%) | 132 (8.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 38 (3.8%) | 38 (2.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Thomson
The most frequent times of departure to work in Thomson are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (201, 20.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (395, 24.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 18 (1.8%) | 62 (3.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 144 (14.6%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 101 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 92 (9.3%) | 167 (10.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 201 (20.3%) | 96 (5.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 67 (6.8%) | 190 (11.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 73 (7.4%) | 395 (24.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 41 (4.2%) | 172 (10.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 62 (6.3%) | 100 (6.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 7 (0.7%) | 259 (15.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 182 (18.4%) | 167 (10.2%) |
| Total | 988 (100.0%) | 1,643 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Thomson
Occupancy by Ownership in Thomson
Of the total 2,504 dwellings in Thomson, owner-occupied units account for 1,292 (51.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,212 (48.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,292 | 51.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,212 | 48.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,504 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Thomson
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 787 | 31.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 947 | 37.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 381 | 15.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 389 | 15.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,504 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Thomson
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 418 (53.1%) | 369 (46.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 544 (57.4%) | 403 (42.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 121 (31.8%) | 260 (68.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 209 (53.7%) | 180 (46.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,292 (51.6%) | 1,212 (48.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Thomson
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 106 (20.9%) | 400 (79.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 713 (62.3%) | 431 (37.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 346 (54.6%) | 288 (45.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 127 (57.7%) | 93 (42.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Thomson
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 434 | 17.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 648 | 25.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 246 | 9.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 598 | 23.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 301 | 12.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 178 | 7.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 99 | 4.0% |
| Total | 2,504 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Thomson
Median Income by Occupancy in Thomson
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,292 (51.6%) | $55,476 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,212 (48.4%) | $28,333 |
| Average | 2,504 (100.0%) | $42,793 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Thomson
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 28 (2.2%) | 49 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 69 (5.3%) | 11 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 26 (2.0%) | 116 (9.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 33 (2.5%) | 217 (17.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 30 (2.3%) | 121 (10.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 117 (9.1%) | 161 (13.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 214 (16.6%) | 233 (19.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 490 (37.9%) | 112 (9.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 139 (10.8%) | 45 (3.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 54 (4.2%) | 147 (12.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 92 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,292 (100.0%) | 1,212 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Thomson
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 154 (11.9%) | 23 (1.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 136 (10.5%) | 106 (8.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 251 (19.4%) | 203 (16.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 41 (3.2%) | 351 (29.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 569 (44.0%) | 451 (37.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 72 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 61 (4.7%) | 27 (2.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 8 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,292 (100.0%) | 1,212 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Thomson
Housing Structures in Thomson
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,812 | 72.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 18 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 133 | 5.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 62 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 52 | 2.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 262 | 10.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 165 | 6.6% |
| Total | 2,504 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Thomson
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,175 (64.8%) | 637 (35.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 133 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 262 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 99 (60.0%) | 66 (40.0%) |
| Total | 1,292 (51.6%) | 1,212 (48.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Thomson
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (1.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (4.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 219 (17.0%) | 878 (72.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 811 (62.8%) | 146 (12.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 262 (20.3%) | 119 (9.8%) |
| Total | 1,292 (100.0%) | 1,212 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Thomson
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 848 (65.6%) | 388 (32.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 438 (33.9%) | 824 (68.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 6 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,292 (100.0%) | 1,212 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Thomson
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 47 (3.6%) | 161 (13.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 334 (25.9%) | 647 (53.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 594 (46.0%) | 293 (24.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 317 (24.5%) | 111 (9.2%) |
| Total | 1,292 (100.0%) | 1,212 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Thomson
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Thomson
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 472 | 820 |
| Median Property Value | $95,500 | $151,100 |
| Median Household Income | $49,071 | $77 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $434 | $8 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $882 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Thomson
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 88 (18.6%) | 69 (8.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 206 (43.6%) | 127 (15.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 178 (37.7%) | 616 (75.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 472 (100.0%) | 820 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Thomson
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 56 (11.9%) | 97 (11.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 46 (9.8%) | 33 (4.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 160 (33.9%) | 71 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 148 (31.4%) | 54 (6.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 47 (10.0%) | 342 (41.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 92 (11.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 15 (3.2%) | 54 (6.6%) |
| Total | 472 (100.0%) | 820 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Thomson
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 205 (43.4%) | 57,050 (6,957.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 123 (26.1%) | 266 (32.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 70 (14.8%) | 152 (18.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 74 (15.7%) | 258 (31.5%) |
| Total | 472 (100.0%) | 820 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Thomson
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 204 (43.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 189 (40.0%) | 63 (7.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 79 (16.7%) | 173 (21.1%) |
| Total | 472 (100.0%) | 820 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Thomson
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thomson
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 551 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,276 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 687 (81.5%) | 156 (18.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 636 (80.5%) | 154 (19.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 706 (89.1%) | 86 (10.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 441 (80.8%) | 105 (19.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 808 (84.0%) | 154 (16.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 472 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 405 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,982 (90.1%) | 655 (9.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Thomson
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 551 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,276 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 687 (81.5%) | 156 (18.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Thomson
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,034 (85.2%) | 179 (14.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,139 (91.6%) | 197 (8.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,257 (90.4%) | 133 (9.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 429 (84.8%) | 77 (15.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,093 (94.8%) | 60 (5.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thomson
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 321 (58.3%) | 230 (41.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,038 (81.4%) | 263 (20.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 262 (31.1%) | 445 (52.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 307 (38.9%) | 329 (41.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 163 (20.6%) | 561 (70.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 38 (7.0%) | 424 (77.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 349 (36.3%) | 528 (54.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 472 (100.0%) | 111 (23.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 405 (100.0%) | 206 (50.9%) |
| Total | 3,355 (50.5%) | 3,097 (46.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Thomson
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 82 (11.7%) | 42 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 73 (7.0%) | 147 (11.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 (42.0%) | 48 (13.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (60.0%) | 116 (43.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Thomson
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 38 (31.9%) | 8 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (29.6%) | 16 (5.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (29.6%) | 3 (1.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 70 (9.9%) | 37 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 27 (2.6%) | 73 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (10.4%) | 13 (4.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 30 (2.9%) | 120 (9.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (15.1%) | 33 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (49.6%) | 103 (38.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (11.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 24 (2.3%) | 53 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (19.3%) | 48 (17.8%) |
Technology Access in Thomson
Computing Device Access in Thomson
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,495 | 59.7% |
| Smartphone | 1,994 | 79.6% |
| Tablet | 1,238 | 49.4% |
| No Computing Device | 429 | 17.1% |
| Total | 2,504 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Thomson
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,526 | 60.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 312 | 12.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 146 | 5.8% |
| No Internet | 617 | 24.6% |
| Total | 2,504 | 100.0% |
Thomson Summary
Thomson, Georgia is a small city located in McDuffie County, Georgia, United States. It is the county seat of McDuffie County and is part of the Augusta-Richmond County Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population of Thomson was 6,828 at the 2010 census.
History
Thomson was founded in 1837 as a railroad town and was named after John Edgar Thomson, the first president of the Georgia Railroad. The town was incorporated in 1854 and was the first city in Georgia to be served by a railroad. The town was a major center for the Confederate States of America during the Civil War, and was the site of a major battle in 1864.
Geography
Thomson is located at 33°27'25" North, 82°32'45" West (33.456944, -82.545833). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 8.1 square miles (21.0 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.
Economy
Thomson is home to several major employers, including the Georgia Department of Corrections, which operates the Thomson State Prison, and the McDuffie County Board of Education. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 6,828 people, 2,717 households, and 1,717 families residing in the city. The population density was 845.2 people per square mile (326.2/km2). There were 3,093 housing units at an average density of 382.2 per square mile (147.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 54.2% White, 40.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 2,717 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.2% were married couples living together, 22.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $21,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,938. About 17.2% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.7% of those under age 18 and 16.7% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Thomson?
Total Population of Thomson is 6,839.
What is the Total Male Population of Thomson?
Total Male Population of Thomson is 3,121.
What is the Total Female Population of Thomson?
Total Female Population of Thomson is 3,718.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Thomson?
There are 83.94 Males per 100 Females in Thomson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Thomson?
There are 119.13 Females per 100 Males in Thomson.
What is the Median Population Age in Thomson?
Median Population Age in Thomson is 34.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Thomson
Average Family Size in Thomson is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Thomson
Average Household Size in Thomson is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Thomson?
Per Capita income in Thomson is $20,515.
What is the Median Family Income in Thomson?
Median Family Income in Thomson is $47,804.
What is the Median Household income in Thomson?
Median Household Income in Thomson is $42,793.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Thomson?
Income or Wage Gap in Thomson is 32.2%.
Women in Thomson earn 67.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Thomson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Thomson is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Thomson?
There are 3,003 People in the Labor Forcein in Thomson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Thomson?
57.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Thomson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Thomson?
Unemployment Rate in Thomson is 6.7%.