South Laurel, MD

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South Laurel Overview

28,427
TOTAL POPULATION
13,368
MALE POPULATION
15,059
FEMALE POPULATION
88.77
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.65
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,622
PER CAPITA INCOME
$97,888
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$82,933
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,899
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
16,643
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
75.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in South Laurel

The most populous races in South Laurel are Black / African American (18,038 | 63.4%), White / Caucasian (4,316 | 15.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (4,192 | 14.7%).
Race in South Laurel
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,5225.3%
Black / African American18,03863.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4,19214.7%
Native / Alaskan1080.4%
White / Caucasian4,31615.2%
Two or more Races1,5075.3%
Some other Race2,93610.3%
Total28,427100.0%

Ancestry in South Laurel

The most populous ancestries reported in South Laurel are Subsaharan African (4,482 | 15.8%), African (2,355 | 8.3%), Central American (1,580 | 5.6%), Salvadoran (1,272 | 4.5%), and Mexican (1,141 | 4.0%), together accounting for 38.1% of all South Laurel residents.
Ancestry in South Laurel
Ancestry# Population% Population
African2,3558.3%
American6422.3%
Arab1000.4%
Argentinean310.1%
Austrian230.1%
Belgian120.0%
Belizean120.0%
Bhutanese360.1%
Blackfeet90.0%
Brazilian440.2%
British830.3%
British West Indian320.1%
Burmese960.3%
Cape Verdean580.2%
Central American1,5805.6%
Central American Indian1150.4%
Cherokee450.2%
Chilean1280.4%
Colombian2510.9%
Cree200.1%
Cuban320.1%
Czech740.3%
Danish110.0%
Dominican5321.9%
Dutch880.3%
Eastern European100.0%
Egyptian180.1%
English7372.6%
Ethiopian2650.9%
European1410.5%
Filipino870.3%
Finnish370.1%
French1570.5%
French Canadian60.0%
German1,0443.7%
Ghanaian2350.8%
Greek110.0%
Guamanian / Chamorro460.2%
Guatemalan1960.7%
Guyanese2020.7%
Haitian4631.6%
Honduran680.2%
Hungarian1280.4%
Indian (Asian)3701.3%
Indonesian370.1%
Iranian250.1%
Irish6852.4%
Italian3871.4%
Jamaican8182.9%
Kenyan70.0%
Korean2460.9%
Liberian650.2%
Lithuanian120.0%
Malaysian20.0%
Mexican1,1414.0%
Nigerian1,0343.6%
Norwegian360.1%
Panamanian420.2%
Paraguayan160.1%
Peruvian780.3%
Polish1170.4%
Portuguese1440.5%
Puerto Rican2871.0%
Romanian250.1%
Russian1690.6%
Salvadoran1,2724.5%
Scotch-Irish630.2%
Scottish1100.4%
Sierra Leonean560.2%
South American5331.9%
Spaniard50.0%
Spanish40.0%
Sri Lankan860.3%
Subsaharan African4,48215.8%
Sudanese50.0%
Swedish340.1%
Thai5341.9%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian2450.9%
U.S. Virgin Islander450.2%
Ugandan710.3%
Venezuelan290.1%
Welsh480.2%
West Indian3251.1%
Zimbabwean230.1%
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Immigrants in South Laurel

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in South Laurel came from Africa (3,663 | 12.9%), Latin America (3,590 | 12.6%), Western Africa (1,937 | 6.8%), Central America (1,603 | 5.6%), and Caribbean (1,437 | 5.1%), together accounting for 43.0% of all South Laurel residents.
Immigrants in South Laurel
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa3,66312.9%
Argentina140.1%
Asia1,0253.6%
Bangladesh180.1%
Bolivia320.1%
Brazil1010.4%
Cameroon1,2234.3%
Canada40.0%
Caribbean1,4375.1%
Central America1,6035.6%
China1150.4%
Colombia2510.9%
Congo460.2%
Cuba190.1%
Dominican Republic2670.9%
Eastern Africa3321.2%
Eastern Asia1880.7%
Eastern Europe430.2%
Egypt60.0%
El Salvador7612.7%
England290.1%
Eritrea100.0%
Ethiopia1960.7%
Europe1500.5%
France130.1%
Germany170.1%
Ghana3121.1%
Greece110.0%
Grenada360.1%
Guatemala1560.5%
Guyana610.2%
Haiti1460.5%
Honduras690.2%
Hong Kong110.0%
India3211.1%
Iran250.1%
Ireland80.0%
Italy130.1%
Jamaica6452.3%
Japan30.0%
Jordan510.2%
Kenya70.0%
Korea700.3%
Kuwait350.1%
Latin America3,59012.6%
Liberia510.2%
Malaysia190.1%
Mexico5932.1%
Middle Africa1,2694.5%
Nepal680.2%
Netherlands100.0%
Nigeria1,1904.2%
Northern Africa60.0%
Northern Europe430.2%
Pakistan960.3%
Panama240.1%
Peru560.2%
Philippines1800.6%
Poland180.1%
Romania250.1%
Senegal200.1%
Sierra Leone2430.9%
South Africa100.0%
South America5501.9%
South Central Asia5281.9%
South Eastern Asia2230.8%
Southern Europe240.1%
Taiwan550.2%
Trinidad and Tobago3201.1%
Uganda730.3%
Venezuela190.1%
Vietnam240.1%
Western Africa1,9376.8%
Western Asia860.3%
Western Europe400.1%
Zimbabwe230.1%
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Sex and Age in South Laurel

Sex and Age in South Laurel

The most populous age groups in South Laurel are 5 to 9 Years (1,378 | 10.3%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (1,459 | 9.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in South Laurel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years760 (5.7%)1,157 (7.7%)
5 to 9 Years1,378 (10.3%)825 (5.5%)
10 to 14 Years939 (7.0%)911 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years807 (6.0%)779 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Years687 (5.1%)888 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Years932 (7.0%)1,459 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Years1,092 (8.2%)1,350 (9.0%)
35 to 39 Years1,259 (9.4%)1,124 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years656 (4.9%)1,050 (7.0%)
45 to 49 Years1,243 (9.3%)978 (6.5%)
50 to 54 Years997 (7.5%)782 (5.2%)
55 to 59 Years805 (6.0%)1,025 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years561 (4.2%)811 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years542 (4.1%)497 (3.3%)
70 to 74 Years289 (2.2%)431 (2.9%)
75 to 79 Years172 (1.3%)331 (2.2%)
80 to 84 Years192 (1.4%)474 (3.2%)
85 Years and over57 (0.4%)187 (1.2%)
Total13,368 (100.0%)15,059 (100.0%)

Families and Households in South Laurel

Median Family Size in South Laurel

The median family size in South Laurel is 3.21 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,883 | 57.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.27 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (533 | 7.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in South Laurel
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,883 (57.8%)3.27
Single Male/Father533 (7.9%)2.84
Single Female/Mother2,302 (34.3%)3.18
Total Families6,718 (100.0%)3.21

Median Household Size in South Laurel

The median household size in South Laurel is 2.59 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,302 | 21.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.44 persons per household. non-family households (4,105 | 37.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.36 persons per household.
Median Household Size in South Laurel
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,883 (35.9%)3.30
Single Male/Father533 (4.9%)3.22
Single Female/Mother2,302 (21.3%)3.44
Non-family4,105 (37.9%)1.36
Total Households10,823 (100.0%)2.59

Household Size by Marriage Status in South Laurel

Out of a total of 10,823 households in South Laurel, 6,718 (62.1%) are family households, while 4,105 (37.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,748, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,398.
Household Size by Marriage Status in South Laurel
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,398 (31.4%)
2-Person Households2,748 (25.4%)493 (4.6%)
3-Person Households1,571 (14.5%)44 (0.4%)
4-Person Households1,214 (11.2%)77 (0.7%)
5-Person Households700 (6.5%)80 (0.7%)
6-Person Households297 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households188 (1.7%)13 (0.1%)
Total6,718 (62.1%)4,105 (37.9%)

Female Fertility in South Laurel

Fertility by Age in South Laurel

Average fertility rate in South Laurel is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 63.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in South Laurel
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years236 (63.6%)64.0
35 to 50 years135 (36.4%)40.0
Total371 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Laurel

62.0% of women with births (371) in South Laurel are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 42.4% 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 30.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Laurel
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years136 (57.6%)100 (42.4%)
35 to 50 years94 (69.6%)41 (30.4%)
Total230 (62.0%)141 (38.0%)

Fertility by Education in South Laurel

Average fertility rate in South Laurel is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 64.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 30.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in South Laurel
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School60 (16.2%)64.0
High School Diploma35 (9.4%)24.0
College or Associate's Degree113 (30.5%)49.0
Bachelor's Degree99 (26.7%)53.0
Graduate Degree64 (17.2%)50.0
Total371 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Laurel

38.0% of women with births in South Laurel 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 91.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Laurel
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School46 (76.7%)14 (23.3%)
High School Diploma3 (8.6%)32 (91.4%)
College or Associate's Degree52 (46.0%)61 (54.0%)
Bachelor's Degree65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)
Graduate Degree64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total230 (62.0%)141 (38.0%)

Income in South Laurel

Income Overview in South Laurel

Per Capita Income in South Laurel is $41,622, while median incomes of families and households are $97,888 and $82,933 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income28,427$41,622
Median Family Income6,718$97,888
Mean Family Income6,718$118,326
Median Household Income10,823$82,933
Mean Household Income10,823$106,993
Income Deficit6,718$10,899
Wage / Income Gap (%)28,42720.72%
Wage / Income Gap ($)28,42779.28¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index28,4270.42

Earnings by Sex in South Laurel

Average Earnings in South Laurel are $50,646, $57,673 for men and $45,723 for women, a difference of 20.7%.
Earnings by Sex in South Laurel
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,759 (46.2%)$57,673
Female9,029 (53.8%)$45,723
Total16,788 (100.0%)$50,646

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Laurel

The most common earnings brackets in South Laurel are $100,000+ for men (1,495 | 19.3%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (1,037 | 11.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Laurel
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less213 (2.8%)479 (5.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999169 (2.2%)263 (2.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499268 (3.5%)246 (2.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999151 (1.9%)56 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499158 (2.0%)249 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99987 (1.1%)192 (2.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49991 (1.2%)141 (1.6%)
$17,500 to $19,999128 (1.7%)243 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49989 (1.1%)153 (1.7%)
$22,500 to $24,999130 (1.7%)247 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $29,999492 (6.3%)789 (8.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999307 (4.0%)669 (7.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999371 (4.8%)363 (4.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999322 (4.2%)349 (3.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999420 (5.4%)421 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999348 (4.5%)544 (6.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999859 (11.1%)827 (9.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999462 (5.9%)725 (8.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,199 (15.4%)1,037 (11.5%)
$100,000+1,495 (19.3%)1,036 (11.5%)
Total7,759 (100.0%)9,029 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Laurel

Average earnings in South Laurel are $60,099 for men and $51,203 for women, a difference of 14.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,191, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,458. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $77,292, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,708.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Laurel
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,458$27,708
High School Diploma$45,816$33,010
College or Associate's Degree$62,586$48,653
Bachelor's Degree$70,795$55,776
Graduate Degree$83,191$77,292
Total$60,099$51,203

Family Income in South Laurel

Family Income Brackets in South Laurel

According to the South Laurel family income data, there are 1,458 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 134 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in South Laurel
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001482.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991342.0%
$15,000 to $24,9992824.2%
$25,000 to $34,9995788.6%
$35,000 to $49,9995518.2%
$50,000 to $74,99994714.1%
$75,000 to $99,99982612.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991,45821.7%
$150,000 to $199,99985312.7%
$200,000+94114.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Laurel

4-person families (1,050 | 15.6%) account for the highest median family income in South Laurel with $149,110 per family, while 2-person families (3,208 | 47.7%) have the highest median income of $38,017 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Laurel
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,208 (47.7%)$76,034
3-Person Families1,357 (20.2%)$83,931
4-Person Families1,050 (15.6%)$149,110
5-Person Families626 (9.3%)$110,900
6-Person Families340 (5.1%)$93,182
7+ Person Families137 (2.0%)$116,362
Total6,718 (100.0%)$97,888

Family Income by Number of Earners in South Laurel

The median family income in South Laurel is $97,888, with families comprising 3+ earners (943) having the highest median family income of $139,583, while families with 1 earner (2,401) have the lowest median family income of $46,518, accounting for 14.0% and 35.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in South Laurel
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners495 (7.4%)$57,297
1 Earner2,401 (35.7%)$46,518
2 Earners2,879 (42.9%)$118,165
3+ Earners943 (14.0%)$139,583
Total6,718 (100.0%)$97,888

Household Income in South Laurel

Household Income Brackets in South Laurel

With 2,251 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in South Laurel, accounting for 20.8% of all households. In contrast, only 249 households (2.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in South Laurel
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004554.2%
$10,000 to $14,9992492.3%
$15,000 to $24,9995635.2%
$25,000 to $34,9998017.4%
$35,000 to $49,9999098.4%
$50,000 to $74,9991,87217.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991,28811.9%
$100,000 to $149,9992,25120.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991,14710.6%
$200,000+1,28811.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in South Laurel

The median household income in South Laurel is $82,933, with the highest median household income of $104,391 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,228 households (39.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,792, with 389 households (3.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in South Laurel
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years389 (3.6%)$44,792
25 to 44 Years4,544 (42.0%)$78,297
45 to 64 Years4,228 (39.1%)$104,391
65+ Years1,662 (15.4%)$72,688
Total10,823 (100.0%)$82,933

Poverty in South Laurel

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Laurel

With 10.3% poverty level for males and 10.9% for females among the residents of South Laurel, 16 and 17 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 193 males (48.9%) and 162 females (55.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Laurel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years166 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years41 (14.6%)15 (6.3%)
6 to 11 Years33 (2.4%)180 (21.4%)
12 to 14 Years33 (7.1%)127 (19.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)162 (55.7%)
16 and 17 Years193 (48.9%)24 (14.2%)
18 to 24 Years184 (19.6%)143 (12.2%)
25 to 34 Years39 (1.9%)197 (7.0%)
35 to 44 Years279 (14.6%)243 (11.2%)
45 to 54 Years164 (7.4%)95 (5.4%)
55 to 64 Years141 (10.4%)80 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years39 (4.8%)106 (11.8%)
75 Years and over28 (6.8%)242 (26.6%)
Total1,340 (10.3%)1,614 (10.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Laurel

According to the poverty statistics in South Laurel, males aged 15 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Laurel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years559 (77.1%)1,122 (100.0%)
5 Years239 (85.4%)223 (93.7%)
6 to 11 Years1,317 (97.6%)661 (78.6%)
12 to 14 Years431 (92.9%)530 (80.7%)
15 Years93 (100.0%)129 (44.3%)
16 and 17 Years202 (51.1%)145 (85.8%)
18 to 24 Years755 (80.4%)1,027 (87.8%)
25 to 34 Years1,979 (98.1%)2,612 (93.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,636 (85.4%)1,926 (88.8%)
45 to 54 Years2,057 (92.6%)1,651 (94.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,216 (89.6%)1,749 (95.6%)
65 to 74 Years781 (95.2%)795 (88.2%)
75 Years and over382 (93.2%)668 (73.4%)
Total11,647 (89.7%)13,238 (89.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Laurel

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in South Laurel show that 3.5% or 135 of the total 3,883 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.6%, comprising of 21 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Laurel
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,151 (95.0%)114 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children1,235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children353 (94.4%)21 (5.6%)
5 or more Children9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,748 (96.5%)135 (3.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Laurel

According to the poverty data in South Laurel, 14.6% or 78 single-father households and 11.1% or 256 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 93 households (27.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Laurel
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)23 (2.9%)
1 or 2 Children49 (15.7%)140 (11.9%)
3 or 4 Children29 (100.0%)93 (27.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (14.6%)256 (11.1%)

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

The poverty data for South Laurel shows that 135 of the married-couple family households (3.5%) and 334 of the single-parent households (11.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (5.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 122 household (33.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Laurel
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children114 (5.0%)23 (2.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)189 (12.7%)
3 or 4 Children21 (5.6%)122 (33.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total135 (3.5%)334 (11.8%)

Employment Characteristics in South Laurel

Employment by Class of Employer in South Laurel

Among the 15,381 employed individuals in South Laurel, private company employees (9,260 | 60.2%), federal government employees (1,773 | 11.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,481 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in South Laurel
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees9,26060.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3502.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7574.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,4819.6%
Local Government Employees1,1107.2%
State Government Employees6374.1%
Federal Government Employees1,77311.5%
Unpaid Family Workers130.1%
Total15,381100.0%

Employment Status by Age in South Laurel

According to the labor force statistics for South Laurel, out of the total population over 16 years of age (22,073), 75.4% or 16,643 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 882 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 93.9% or 2,245 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.2% or 216 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in South Laurel
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years394 (32.8%)66 (16.8%)
20 to 24 Years1,188 (75.4%)216 (18.2%)
25 to 29 Years2,245 (93.9%)90 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Years2,271 (93.0%)45 (2.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,545 (86.7%)121 (3.4%)
45 to 54 Years3,560 (89.0%)217 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years1,546 (84.5%)80 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years980 (71.4%)27 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years788 (44.8%)31 (3.9%)
75 Years and over127 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16,643 (75.4%)882 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Laurel

According to labor force statistics for South Laurel, 87.7% of individuals (14,141) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (16,124) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 580 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 93.9% or 6,467 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 89 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Laurel
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School784 (71.8%)124 (11.4%)
High School Diploma2,876 (77.7%)118 (3.2%)
College / Associate Degree4,013 (90.3%)276 (6.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6,467 (93.9%)158 (2.3%)
Total14,141 (87.7%)661 (4.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in South Laurel

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Laurel are Community & Social Service (1,529 | 9.8%), Management (1,337 | 8.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,326 | 8.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,319 | 8.5%), and Business & Financial (1,305 | 8.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in South Laurel

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Laurel, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (77.2%), Computers & Mathematics (71.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (66.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (88.5%), Health Technologists (83.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (80.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in South Laurel
OccupationMaleFemale
Management757 (56.6%)580 (43.4%)
Business & Financial507 (38.9%)798 (61.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science880 (66.7%)439 (33.3%)
Computers & Mathematics636 (71.3%)256 (28.7%)
Architecture & Engineering105 (77.2%)31 (22.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science139 (47.8%)152 (52.2%)
Community & Social Service 581 (38.0%)948 (62.0%)
Education, Arts & Media203 (55.6%)162 (44.4%)
Legal Services & Support167 (57.0%)126 (43.0%)
Education Instruction & Library146 (19.3%)611 (80.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment65 (57.0%)49 (43.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating153 (11.5%)1,173 (88.5%)
Health Technologists143 (16.6%)719 (83.4%)
Total (Category)2,878 (42.2%)3,938 (57.8%)
Total (Overall)7,276 (46.7%)8,294 (53.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in South Laurel are Healthcare Support (807 | 5.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (791 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (599 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (438 | 2.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (308 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in South Laurel

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in South Laurel, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (91.8%), Security & Protection (76.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (58.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (87.8%), Healthcare Support (82.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (72.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in South Laurel
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support144 (17.8%)663 (82.2%)
Security & Protection333 (76.0%)105 (24.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention121 (58.5%)86 (41.5%)
Law Enforcement212 (91.8%)19 (8.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving277 (35.0%)514 (65.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance85 (27.6%)223 (72.4%)
Personal Care & Service73 (12.2%)526 (87.8%)
Total (Category)912 (31.0%)2,031 (69.0%)
Total (Overall)7,276 (46.7%)8,294 (53.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in South Laurel are Office & Administration (1,888 | 12.1%), and Sales & Related (914 | 5.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in South Laurel

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in South Laurel
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related313 (34.3%)601 (65.7%)
Office & Administration548 (29.0%)1,340 (71.0%)
Total (Category)861 (30.7%)1,941 (69.3%)
Total (Overall)7,276 (46.7%)8,294 (53.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in South Laurel are Construction & Extraction (1,051 | 6.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (287 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in South Laurel

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in South Laurel
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,024 (97.4%)27 (2.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair269 (93.7%)18 (6.3%)
Total (Category)1,293 (96.0%)54 (4.0%)
Total (Overall)7,276 (46.7%)8,294 (53.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in South Laurel are Transportation (664 | 4.3%), Production (570 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (428 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in South Laurel

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in South Laurel
OccupationMaleFemale
Production364 (63.9%)206 (36.1%)
Transportation606 (91.3%)58 (8.7%)
Material Moving362 (84.6%)66 (15.4%)
Total (Category)1,332 (80.1%)330 (19.9%)
Total (Overall)7,276 (46.7%)8,294 (53.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in South Laurel

Employment Industries in South Laurel

The major employment industries in South Laurel include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,851 | 18.3%), Professional & Scientific (1,760 | 11.3%), Public Administration (1,473 | 9.5%), Retail Trade (1,468 | 9.4%), and Educational Services (1,418 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in South Laurel

Employment Industries by Sex in South Laurel

The South Laurel industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (86.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (82.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in South Laurel
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,121 (86.1%)181 (13.9%)
Manufacturing404 (78.3%)112 (21.7%)
Wholesale Trade243 (73.6%)87 (26.4%)
Retail Trade811 (55.2%)657 (44.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing725 (69.1%)325 (30.9%)
Utilities66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information189 (58.9%)132 (41.1%)
Finance & Insurance125 (35.8%)224 (64.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing66 (22.9%)222 (77.1%)
Professional & Scientific956 (54.3%)804 (45.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support169 (36.1%)299 (63.9%)
Educational Services430 (30.3%)988 (69.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance514 (18.0%)2,337 (82.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation48 (42.5%)65 (57.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services285 (35.2%)525 (64.8%)
Public Administration683 (46.4%)790 (53.6%)
Total7,276 (46.7%)8,294 (53.3%)

Education in South Laurel

School Enrollment in South Laurel

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,806 students in South Laurel are college / undergraduate (2,188 | 24.8%), elementary school (1,528 | 17.3%), and middle school (1,527 | 17.3%).
School Enrollment in South Laurel
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6447.3%
Kindergarten4825.5%
Elementary School1,52817.3%
Middle School1,52717.3%
High School1,44216.4%
College / Undergraduate2,18824.8%
Graduate / Professional99511.3%
Total8,806100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Laurel

Out of a total of 8,806 students who are enrolled in schools in South Laurel, 2,078 (23.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,728 (76.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 712 (53.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 797 (87.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Laurel
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds329 (73.4%)119 (26.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,807 (87.0%)270 (13.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,571 (86.6%)244 (13.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds797 (87.7%)112 (12.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds479 (83.3%)96 (16.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds590 (70.1%)252 (29.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds546 (66.9%)270 (33.1%)
35 Years and over612 (46.2%)712 (53.8%)
Total6,728 (76.4%)2,078 (23.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Laurel

Business (1,479 | 16.5%), social sciences (996 | 11.1%), science & technology (912 | 10.2%), computers & mathematics (836 | 9.3%), and psychology (680 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 8,964 individuals in South Laurel who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Laurel
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics8369.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6537.3%
Physical & Health Sciences2352.6%
Psychology6807.6%
Social Sciences99611.1%
Engineering5876.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies330.4%
Science & Technology91210.2%
Business1,47916.5%
Education6437.2%
Literature & Languages2783.1%
Liberal Arts & History4595.1%
Visual & Performing Arts2743.1%
Communications3694.1%
Arts & Humanities5305.9%
Total8,964100.0%

Transportation & Commute in South Laurel

Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Laurel

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in South Laurel are males with 2 vehicles (3,145, accounting for 42.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,854, making up 39.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Laurel
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle393 (5.3%)637 (8.0%)
1 Vehicle1,616 (22.0%)2,427 (30.3%)
2 Vehicles3,145 (42.8%)2,854 (35.6%)
3 Vehicles1,170 (15.9%)1,317 (16.4%)
4 Vehicles513 (7.0%)525 (6.6%)
5 or more Vehicles506 (6.9%)253 (3.2%)
Total7,343 (100.0%)8,013 (100.0%)

Commute Time in South Laurel

The most frequently occuring commute durations in South Laurel are 20 to 24 minutes (2,283 commuters, 16.8%), 30 to 34 minutes (2,141 commuters, 15.8%), and 45 to 59 minutes (2,007 commuters, 14.8%).
Commute Time in South Laurel
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes140.1%
5 to 9 Minutes2922.1%
10 to 14 Minutes1,0117.4%
15 to 19 Minutes1,60511.8%
20 to 24 Minutes2,28316.8%
25 to 29 Minutes7085.2%
30 to 34 Minutes2,14115.8%
35 to 39 Minutes6214.6%
40 to 44 Minutes1,0117.4%
45 to 59 Minutes2,00714.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1,52111.2%
90 or more Minutes3532.6%

Commute Time by Sex in South Laurel

The most common commute times in South Laurel are 20 to 24 minutes (1,139 commuters, 17.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,201 commuters, 17.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in South Laurel
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (0.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes94 (1.4%)198 (2.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes484 (7.4%)527 (7.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes734 (11.3%)871 (12.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,139 (17.4%)1,144 (16.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes323 (5.0%)385 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes940 (14.4%)1,201 (17.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes284 (4.3%)337 (4.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes495 (7.6%)516 (7.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,100 (16.9%)907 (12.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes715 (11.0%)806 (11.5%)
90 or more Minutes218 (3.3%)135 (1.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Laurel

The most frequent times of departure to work in South Laurel are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (979, 15.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,035, 14.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Laurel
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM400 (6.1%)203 (2.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM267 (4.1%)220 (3.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM336 (5.1%)140 (2.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM749 (11.5%)745 (10.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM374 (5.7%)540 (7.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM979 (15.0%)1,035 (14.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM855 (13.1%)959 (13.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM615 (9.4%)649 (9.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM281 (4.3%)634 (9.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM408 (6.2%)522 (7.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM117 (1.8%)220 (3.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM101 (1.5%)40 (0.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM580 (8.9%)444 (6.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM464 (7.1%)690 (9.8%)
Total6,526 (100.0%)7,041 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in South Laurel

Occupancy by Ownership in South Laurel

Of the total 10,823 dwellings in South Laurel, owner-occupied units account for 4,343 (40.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,480 (59.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in South Laurel
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4,34340.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6,48059.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units10,823100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in South Laurel

Occupancy by Household Size in South Laurel
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,39831.4%
2-Person Household3,24129.9%
3-Person Household1,61514.9%
4+ Person Household2,56923.7%
Total Housing Units10,823100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Laurel

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Laurel
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household802 (23.6%)2,596 (76.4%)
2-Person Household1,445 (44.6%)1,796 (55.4%)
3-Person Household792 (49.0%)823 (51.0%)
4+ Person Household1,304 (50.8%)1,265 (49.2%)
Total Housing Units4,343 (40.1%)6,480 (59.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Laurel

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Laurel
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School226 (30.7%)511 (69.3%)
High School Diploma612 (26.5%)1,698 (73.5%)
College/Associate Degree929 (30.7%)2,092 (69.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,576 (54.2%)2,179 (45.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Laurel

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Laurel
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,82626.1%
35 to 44 Years2,10719.5%
45 to 54 Years2,14719.8%
55 to 64 Years2,08119.2%
65 to 74 Years1,0109.3%
75 to 84 Years6035.6%
85 Years and Over490.4%
Total10,823100.0%

Housing Finances in South Laurel

Median Income by Occupancy in South Laurel

Median Income by Occupancy in South Laurel
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied4,343 (40.1%)$144,920
Renter-Occupied6,480 (59.9%)$59,977
Average10,823 (100.0%)$82,933

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Laurel

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Laurel
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00038 (0.9%)282 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $9,99917 (0.4%)122 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99926 (0.6%)226 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99984 (1.9%)161 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (0.3%)308 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99984 (1.9%)713 (11.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999112 (2.6%)795 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999457 (10.5%)1,416 (21.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999433 (10.0%)856 (13.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,102 (25.4%)1,148 (17.7%)
$150,000 or more1,978 (45.5%)453 (7.0%)
Total4,343 (100.0%)6,480 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Laurel

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Laurel
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3008 (0.2%)19 (0.3%)
$300 to $49954 (1.2%)30 (0.5%)
$500 to $799492 (11.3%)57 (0.9%)
$800 to $999517 (11.9%)15 (0.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499384 (8.8%)1,170 (18.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999393 (9.0%)3,521 (54.3%)
$2,000 to $2,499904 (20.8%)1,221 (18.8%)
$2,500 to $2,999902 (20.8%)104 (1.6%)
$3,000 or more689 (15.9%)151 (2.3%)
Total4,343 (100.0%)6,480 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in South Laurel

Housing Structures in South Laurel

Housing Structures in South Laurel
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,36731.1%
Single Unit, Attached1,59814.8%
2 Unit Apartments650.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1981.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,48013.7%
10 or more Apartments4,06737.6%
Mobile Home / Other480.4%
Total10,823100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Laurel

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Laurel
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,079 (91.4%)288 (8.6%)
Single Unit, Attached1,177 (73.7%)421 (26.4%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (9.2%)59 (90.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)198 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments28 (1.9%)1,452 (98.1%)
10 or more Apartments5 (0.1%)4,062 (99.9%)
Mobile Home / Other48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,343 (40.1%)6,480 (59.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Laurel

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Laurel
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room15 (0.4%)395 (6.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (0.1%)2,225 (34.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms588 (13.5%)2,972 (45.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,456 (33.5%)725 (11.2%)
8 or more Rooms2,279 (52.5%)163 (2.5%)
Total4,343 (100.0%)6,480 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Laurel

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Laurel
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,275 (52.4%)3,143 (48.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas59 (1.4%)138 (2.1%)
Electricity1,848 (42.5%)3,065 (47.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene113 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels48 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)134 (2.1%)
Total4,343 (100.0%)6,480 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in South Laurel

Household Vehicle Usage in South Laurel
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle58 (1.3%)992 (15.3%)
1 Vehicle885 (20.4%)3,230 (49.8%)
2 Vehicles1,835 (42.2%)1,937 (29.9%)
3 or more Vehicles1,565 (36.0%)321 (5.0%)
Total4,343 (100.0%)6,480 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in South Laurel

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in South Laurel

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,1603,183
Median Property Value$427,200$432,200
Median Household Income$110,833$1,570
Monthly Housing Costs$819$689
Real Estate Taxes$4,770$73

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Laurel

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Laurel
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00022 (1.9%)50 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)59 (1.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999155 (13.4%)327 (10.3%)
$300,000 to $499,999785 (67.7%)1,866 (58.6%)
$500,000 to $749,999198 (17.1%)833 (26.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)29 (0.9%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)19 (0.6%)
Total1,160 (100.0%)3,183 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Laurel

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Laurel
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00050 (4.3%)22 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99968 (5.9%)5 (0.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (1.5%)54 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99964 (5.5%)66 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999110 (9.5%)48 (1.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999223 (19.2%)347 (10.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999219 (18.9%)210 (6.6%)
$150,000 or more408 (35.2%)883 (27.7%)
Total1,160 (100.0%)3,183 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Laurel

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Laurel
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x236 (20.3%)148,720 (4,672.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x204 (17.6%)750 (23.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x204 (17.6%)1,109 (34.8%)
4.0x or more516 (44.5%)696 (21.9%)
Total1,160 (100.0%)3,183 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Laurel

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Laurel
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80014 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49923 (2.0%)25 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,4991,108 (95.5%)157 (4.9%)
Total1,160 (100.0%)3,183 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in South Laurel

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Laurel

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Laurel
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,517 (98.6%)36 (1.4%)
6 to 18 Years4,665 (96.6%)162 (3.4%)
19 to 25 Years1,880 (92.1%)162 (7.9%)
26 to 34 Years3,744 (85.7%)624 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years3,803 (93.5%)263 (6.5%)
45 to 54 Years3,590 (90.5%)377 (9.5%)
55 to 64 Years3,164 (99.3%)22 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,680 (97.6%)41 (2.4%)
75 Years and older1,317 (99.8%)3 (0.2%)
Total26,360 (94.0%)1,690 (6.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Laurel

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Laurel
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,517 (98.6%)36 (1.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4,665 (96.6%)162 (3.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,880 (92.1%)162 (7.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Laurel

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Laurel
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,957 (93.0%)148 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,754 (92.1%)323 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,644 (93.8%)240 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,085 (92.1%)266 (7.9%)
$100,000 and over13,718 (95.1%)706 (4.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Laurel

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Laurel
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,335 (52.3%)1,274 (49.9%)
6 to 18 Years2,156 (44.7%)2,879 (59.6%)
19 to 25 Years450 (22.0%)1,483 (72.6%)
25 to 34 Years741 (17.0%)3,083 (70.6%)
35 to 44 Years860 (21.1%)3,138 (77.2%)
45 to 54 Years710 (17.9%)3,104 (78.2%)
55 to 64 Years626 (19.7%)2,648 (83.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,444 (83.9%)1,127 (65.5%)
75 Years and over1,260 (95.5%)990 (75.0%)
Total9,582 (34.2%)19,726 (70.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Laurel

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Laurel
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years110 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years372 (12.9%)306 (7.7%)
35 to 64 Years606 (11.1%)620 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years106 (12.9%)277 (30.7%)
75 Years and over190 (46.3%)403 (44.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in South Laurel

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in South Laurel: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years46 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (0.2%)74 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years129 (2.4%)39 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years53 (6.5%)23 (2.5%)
75 Years and over113 (27.6%)159 (17.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in South Laurel: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years46 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years143 (5.0%)75 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years76 (1.4%)102 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years58 (7.1%)35 (3.9%)
75 Years and over14 (3.4%)53 (5.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in South Laurel: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years110 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years154 (5.3%)183 (4.6%)
35 to 64 Years217 (4.0%)163 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)71 (7.9%)
75 Years and over67 (16.3%)199 (21.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in South Laurel: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years46 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years105 (3.6%)41 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years305 (5.6%)358 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years53 (6.5%)159 (17.6%)
75 Years and over124 (30.2%)337 (37.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in South Laurel: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years46 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (0.4%)41 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years169 (3.1%)18 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)53 (5.9%)
75 Years and over48 (11.7%)107 (11.8%)

Technology Access in South Laurel

Computing Device Access in South Laurel

Computing Device Access in South Laurel
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9,11884.3%
Smartphone9,99192.3%
Tablet7,85772.6%
No Computing Device3713.4%
Total10,823100.0%

Internet Access in South Laurel

Internet Access in South Laurel
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home8,65079.9%
Cellular Data Only1,0669.9%
Satellite Internet4954.6%
No Internet9428.7%
Total10,823100.0%

South Laurel Summary

History

South Laurel, Maryland is a census-designated place located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. It is located approximately 15 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. and is part of the Washington Metropolitan Area. South Laurel was first settled in the late 1700s by farmers and was known as “Laurel Grove”. The area was primarily rural until the 1950s when the population began to grow rapidly due to the construction of the Washington Metro and the development of the Washington-Baltimore Parkway.
The area was officially incorporated as the Town of South Laurel in 1961. The town was named after the nearby Laurel Grove Plantation, which was owned by the prominent Bowie family. The town was primarily a bedroom community for Washington, D.C. and Baltimore until the 1970s when the population began to diversify. The town was annexed by Prince George’s County in 1977 and is now considered a census-designated place.

Geography

South Laurel is located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. It is located approximately 15 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. and is part of the Washington Metropolitan Area. The area is bordered by the Patuxent River to the east, the Washington-Baltimore Parkway to the north, and the towns of Beltsville and Laurel to the west and south, respectively.
The area is primarily composed of suburban neighborhoods and is home to several parks, including the South Laurel Park and the Patuxent River Park. The area is also home to the South Laurel Recreation Center, which offers a variety of recreational activities for residents.

Economy

South Laurel is primarily a residential area, but it is also home to several businesses. The area is home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The area is also home to several corporate offices, including the headquarters of the National Security Agency and the headquarters of the United States Cyber Command.
The area is also home to several government agencies, including the National Institutes of Health, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, South Laurel had a population of 24,845. The population is primarily African American (63.3%) and White (30.2%). The median household income is $76,845 and the median age is 38.7 years. The area is also home to a large Hispanic population (7.3%).

Conclusion

South Laurel, Maryland is a census-designated place located in Prince George’s County, Maryland. It is located approximately 15 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. and is part of the Washington Metropolitan Area. South Laurel was first settled in the late 1700s by farmers and was known as “Laurel Grove”. The area was primarily rural until the 1950s when the population began to grow rapidly due to the construction of the Washington Metro and the development of the Washington-Baltimore Parkway. The area is primarily composed of suburban neighborhoods and is home to several parks, retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. As of the 2010 census, South Laurel had a population of 24,845. The population is primarily African American (63.3%) and White (30.2%). The median household income is $76,845 and the median age is 38.7 years. The area is also home to a large Hispanic population (7.3%).

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of South Laurel?
Total Population of South Laurel is 28,427.
What is the Total Male Population of South Laurel?
Total Male Population of South Laurel is 13,368.
What is the Total Female Population of South Laurel?
Total Female Population of South Laurel is 15,059.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in South Laurel?
There are 88.77 Males per 100 Females in South Laurel.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in South Laurel?
There are 112.65 Females per 100 Males in South Laurel.
What is the Median Population Age in South Laurel?
Median Population Age in South Laurel is 35.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in South Laurel
Average Family Size in South Laurel is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in South Laurel
Average Household Size in South Laurel is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in South Laurel?
Per Capita income in South Laurel is $41,622.
What is the Median Family Income in South Laurel?
Median Family Income in South Laurel is $97,888.
What is the Median Household income in South Laurel?
Median Household Income in South Laurel is $82,933.
What is Income or Wage Gap in South Laurel?
Income or Wage Gap in South Laurel is 20.7%.
Women in South Laurel earn 79.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in South Laurel?
Family Income Deficit in South Laurel is $10,899.
Families that are below poverty line in South Laurel earn $10,899 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in South Laurel?
Inequality or Gini Index in South Laurel is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in South Laurel?
There are 16,643 People in the Labor Forcein in South Laurel.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in South Laurel?
75.4% of People are in the Labor Force in South Laurel.
What is the Unemployment Rate in South Laurel?
Unemployment Rate in South Laurel is 5.3%.