Douglas County, MO
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Douglas County Overview
11,803
TOTAL POPULATION
5,991
MALE POPULATION
5,812
FEMALE POPULATION
103.08
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,762
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,274
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,848
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,954
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,645
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Douglas County Area Codes
Race in Douglas County
The most populous races in Douglas County are White / Caucasian (11,040 | 93.5%), Two or more Races (556 | 4.7%), and Native / Alaskan (125 | 1.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 56 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 118 | 1.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 125 | 1.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,040 | 93.5% |
| Two or more Races | 556 | 4.7% |
| Some other Race | 12 | 0.1% |
| Total | 11,803 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Douglas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Douglas County are English (1,791 | 15.2%), German (1,774 | 15.0%), Irish (1,304 | 11.1%), American (1,140 | 9.7%), and Italian (314 | 2.7%), together accounting for 53.6% of all Douglas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,140 | 9.7% |
| Apache | 63 | 0.5% |
| Australian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 146 | 1.2% |
| Blackfeet | 15 | 0.1% |
| British | 44 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 15 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 44 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 17 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 71 | 0.6% |
| Czech | 12 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 57 | 0.5% |
| Delaware | 59 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 192 | 1.6% |
| English | 1,791 | 15.2% |
| Estonian | 39 | 0.3% |
| European | 80 | 0.7% |
| Finnish | 8 | 0.1% |
| French | 269 | 2.3% |
| German | 1,774 | 15.0% |
| Greek | 25 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 20 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 12 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,304 | 11.1% |
| Italian | 314 | 2.7% |
| Jamaican | 15 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 14 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 87 | 0.7% |
| Mexican American Indian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 5 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 23 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 3 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 169 | 1.4% |
| Portuguese | 9 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 17 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 95 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 274 | 2.3% |
| Seminole | 20 | 0.2% |
| Slavic | 3 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 14 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 146 | 1.2% |
| Thai | 36 | 0.3% |
| Ukrainian | 40 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 31 | 0.3% | View All 46 Rows |
Immigrants in Douglas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Douglas County came from Latin America (39 | 0.3%), Canada (33 | 0.3%), Caribbean (22 | 0.2%), Trinidad and Tobago (22 | 0.2%), and Central America (17 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.1% of all Douglas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 14 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 33 | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 22 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 17 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 15 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 12 | 0.1% |
| England | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 39 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 5 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 14 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 14 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 22 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 3 | 0.0% | View All 17 Rows |
Sex and Age in Douglas County
Sex and Age in Douglas County
The most populous age groups in Douglas County are 60 to 64 Years (605 | 10.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (486 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 350 (5.8%) | 290 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 408 (6.8%) | 432 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 387 (6.5%) | 261 (4.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 383 (6.4%) | 307 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 268 (4.5%) | 240 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 253 (4.2%) | 244 (4.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 280 (4.7%) | 298 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 307 (5.1%) | 276 (4.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 345 (5.8%) | 314 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 337 (5.6%) | 371 (6.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 353 (5.9%) | 364 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 317 (5.3%) | 391 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 605 (10.1%) | 486 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 499 (8.3%) | 424 (7.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 369 (6.2%) | 472 (8.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 220 (3.7%) | 259 (4.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 145 (2.4%) | 218 (3.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 165 (2.8%) | 165 (2.8%) |
| Total | 5,991 (100.0%) | 5,812 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Douglas County
Median Family Size in Douglas County
The median family size in Douglas County is 3.09 persons per family, with single male/father families (232 | 7.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.67 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,525 | 81.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.98 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,525 (81.4%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 232 (7.5%) | 3.67 |
| Single Female/Mother | 345 (11.1%) | 3.49 |
| Total Families | 3,102 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Median Household Size in Douglas County
The median household size in Douglas County is 2.53 persons per household, with single male/father households (232 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.89 persons per household. non-family households (1,514 | 32.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,525 (54.7%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 232 (5.0%) | 3.89 |
| Single Female/Mother | 345 (7.5%) | 3.59 |
| Non-family | 1,514 (32.8%) | 1.29 |
| Total Households | 4,616 (100.0%) | 2.53 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Douglas County
Out of a total of 4,616 households in Douglas County, 3,102 (67.2%) are family households, while 1,514 (32.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,494, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,221.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,221 (26.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,494 (32.4%) | 275 (6.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 758 (16.4%) | 18 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 585 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 139 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 57 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 69 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,102 (67.2%) | 1,514 (32.8%) |
Female Fertility in Douglas County
Fertility by Age in Douglas County
Average fertility rate in Douglas County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 106.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 61.0% 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 | 83 (61.0%) | 106.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 53 (39.0%) | 48.0 |
| Total | 136 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Douglas County
64.7% of women with births (136) in Douglas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 57.8% 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 | 35 (42.2%) | 48 (57.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 88 (64.7%) | 48 (35.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Douglas County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 3 (2.2%) | 6.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 60 (44.1%) | 84.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (4.4%) | 16.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 67 (49.3%) | 376.0 |
| Total | 136 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Douglas County
35.3% of women with births in Douglas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 80.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 12 (20.0%) | 48 (80.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 88 (64.7%) | 48 (35.3%) |
Income in Douglas County
Income Overview in Douglas County
Per Capita Income in Douglas County is $27,762, while median incomes of families and households are $60,274 and $47,848 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 11,803 | $27,762 |
| Median Family Income | 3,102 | $60,274 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,102 | $84,642 |
| Median Household Income | 4,616 | $47,848 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,616 | $67,129 |
| Income Deficit | 3,102 | $10,954 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 11,803 | 24.13% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 11,803 | 75.87¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 11,803 | 0.52 |
Earnings by Sex in Douglas County
Average Earnings in Douglas County are $33,843, $36,108 for men and $27,394 for women, a difference of 24.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,559 (54.1%) | $36,108 |
| Female | 2,174 (45.9%) | $27,394 |
| Total | 4,733 (100.0%) | $33,843 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Douglas County
The most common earnings brackets in Douglas County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (313 | 12.2%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (199 | 9.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 96 (3.7%) | 53 (2.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 102 (4.0%) | 155 (7.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 53 (2.1%) | 92 (4.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 56 (2.2%) | 146 (6.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 55 (2.1%) | 156 (7.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 95 (3.7%) | 68 (3.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 25 (1.0%) | 109 (5.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 147 (5.7%) | 41 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 145 (5.7%) | 126 (5.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 38 (1.5%) | 51 (2.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 111 (4.3%) | 169 (7.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 302 (11.8%) | 144 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 221 (8.6%) | 160 (7.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 113 (4.4%) | 199 (9.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 129 (5.0%) | 96 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 126 (4.9%) | 85 (3.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 313 (12.2%) | 89 (4.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 144 (5.6%) | 48 (2.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 164 (6.4%) | 125 (5.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 124 (4.9%) | 62 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,559 (100.0%) | 2,174 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Douglas County
Average earnings in Douglas County are $38,764 for men and $32,840 for women, a difference of 15.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $66,648, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $27,019. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $44,286, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $23,493.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $36,563 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $38,352 | $28,232 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,080 | $23,493 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $27,019 | $40,305 |
| Graduate Degree | $66,648 | $44,286 |
| Total | $38,764 | $32,840 |
Family Income in Douglas County
Family Income Brackets in Douglas County
According to the Douglas County family income data, there are 664 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.4% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 37 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 236 | 7.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 102 | 3.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 112 | 3.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 307 | 9.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 527 | 17.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 664 | 21.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 416 | 13.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 540 | 17.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 37 | 1.2% |
| $200,000+ | 164 | 5.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Douglas County
6-person families (57 | 1.8%) account for the highest median family income in Douglas County with $84,107 per family, while 2-person families (1,536 | 49.5%) have the highest median income of $24,556 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,536 (49.5%) | $49,113 |
| 3-Person Families | 782 (25.2%) | $66,406 |
| 4-Person Families | 544 (17.5%) | $75,958 |
| 5-Person Families | 114 (3.7%) | $65,583 |
| 6-Person Families | 57 (1.8%) | $84,107 |
| 7+ Person Families | 69 (2.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,102 (100.0%) | $60,274 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Douglas County
The median family income in Douglas County is $60,274, with families comprising 3+ earners (113) having the highest median family income of $117,663, while families with no earners (826) have the lowest median family income of $28,095, accounting for 3.6% and 26.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 826 (26.6%) | $28,095 |
| 1 Earner | 894 (28.8%) | $59,188 |
| 2 Earners | 1,269 (40.9%) | $76,424 |
| 3+ Earners | 113 (3.6%) | $117,663 |
| Total | 3,102 (100.0%) | $60,274 |
Household Income in Douglas County
Household Income Brackets in Douglas County
With 919 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Douglas County, accounting for 19.9% of all households. In contrast, only 42 households (0.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 572 | 12.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 282 | 6.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 489 | 10.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 471 | 10.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 628 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 919 | 19.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 475 | 10.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 577 | 12.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 42 | 0.9% |
| $200,000+ | 162 | 3.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Douglas County
The median household income in Douglas County is $47,848, with the highest median household income of $63,621 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,746 households (37.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,403, with 1,750 households (37.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 134 (2.9%) | $60,082 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 986 (21.4%) | $57,869 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,746 (37.8%) | $63,621 |
| 65+ Years | 1,750 (37.9%) | $32,403 |
| Total | 4,616 (100.0%) | $47,848 |
Poverty in Douglas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Douglas County
With 18.6% poverty level for males and 20.6% for females among the residents of Douglas County, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 48 males (47.5%) and 83 females (74.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 26 (7.4%) | 31 (10.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 131 (30.6%) | 58 (12.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 33 (11.4%) | 83 (74.1%) |
| 15 Years | 48 (47.5%) | 27 (23.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 41 (24.4%) | 4 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 59 (15.9%) | 66 (21.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 40 (7.6%) | 58 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 178 (27.3%) | 97 (16.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 113 (16.5%) | 126 (17.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 159 (17.5%) | 255 (29.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 187 (21.9%) | 238 (26.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 85 (16.4%) | 146 (24.5%) |
| Total | 1,100 (18.6%) | 1,189 (20.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Douglas County
According to the poverty statistics in Douglas County, males aged 5 years and females aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 324 (92.6%) | 259 (89.3%) |
| 5 Years | 53 (100.0%) | 115 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 297 (69.4%) | 408 (87.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 257 (88.6%) | 29 (25.9%) |
| 15 Years | 53 (52.5%) | 86 (76.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 127 (75.6%) | 121 (96.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 313 (84.1%) | 243 (78.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 488 (92.4%) | 484 (89.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 474 (72.7%) | 493 (83.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 571 (83.5%) | 604 (82.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 751 (82.5%) | 622 (70.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 668 (78.1%) | 653 (73.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 432 (83.6%) | 451 (75.5%) |
| Total | 4,808 (81.4%) | 4,568 (79.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Douglas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Douglas County show that 11.5% or 290 of the total 2,525 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 40 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,373 (86.2%) | 219 (13.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 745 (96.0%) | 31 (4.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 117 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| Total | 2,235 (88.5%) | 290 (11.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Douglas County
According to the poverty data in Douglas County, 23.7% or 55 single-father households and 25.8% or 89 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 21 households (46.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (59.3%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 7 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 27 (35.5%) | 73 (30.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 21 (46.7%) | 16 (59.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 55 (23.7%) | 89 (25.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Douglas County
The poverty data for Douglas County shows that 290 of the married-couple family households (11.5%) and 144 of the single-parent households (25.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 household (51.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 219 (13.8%) | 7 (3.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 31 (4.0%) | 100 (31.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (51.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 290 (11.5%) | 144 (25.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Douglas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Douglas County
Among the 4,272 employed individuals in Douglas County, private company employees (2,745 | 64.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (437 | 10.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (397 | 9.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,745 | 64.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 165 | 3.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 437 | 10.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 397 | 9.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 214 | 5.0% |
| State Government Employees | 270 | 6.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 30 | 0.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 14 | 0.3% |
| Total | 4,272 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Douglas County
According to the labor force statistics for Douglas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,461), 49.1% or 4,645 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 302 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 90.9% or 462 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.6% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 172 (36.1%) | 44 (25.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 462 (90.9%) | 106 (22.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 422 (84.9%) | 38 (9.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 439 (76.0%) | 33 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 910 (73.3%) | 66 (7.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,007 (70.7%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 397 (56.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 439 (40.2%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 326 (18.5%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,645 (49.1%) | 302 (6.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Douglas County
According to labor force statistics for Douglas County, 65.2% of individuals (3,613) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,541) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 145 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 89.9% or 911 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.5% or 49 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 364 (46.8%) | 105 (13.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,346 (65.2%) | 87 (4.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 994 (59.0%) | 64 (3.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 911 (89.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| Total | 3,613 (65.2%) | 222 (4.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Douglas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Douglas County are Management (641 | 14.8%), Community & Social Service (247 | 5.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (196 | 4.5%), Education Instruction & Library (166 | 3.8%), and Health Technologists (152 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Douglas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (84.1%), and Management (67.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (96.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 433 (67.5%) | 208 (32.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 78 (62.4%) | 47 (37.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 27 (36.5%) | 47 (63.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 68 (27.5%) | 179 (72.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 37 (84.1%) | 7 (15.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 3 (13.0%) | 20 (87.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 22 (13.3%) | 144 (86.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 6 (42.9%) | 8 (57.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 6 (3.1%) | 190 (96.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 152 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 585 (46.6%) | 670 (53.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,339 (53.8%) | 2,005 (46.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Douglas County are Food Preparation & Serving (198 | 4.6%), Healthcare Support (185 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (99 | 2.3%), Security & Protection (66 | 1.5%), and Law Enforcement (66 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Douglas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (83.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (88.9%), Personal Care & Service (82.0%), and Healthcare Support (25.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 138 (74.6%) | 47 (25.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 22 (11.1%) | 176 (88.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 83 (83.8%) | 16 (16.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 9 (18.0%) | 41 (82.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 318 (53.2%) | 280 (46.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,339 (53.8%) | 2,005 (46.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Douglas County are Office & Administration (474 | 10.9%), and Sales & Related (371 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 189 (50.9%) | 182 (49.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 43 (9.1%) | 431 (90.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 232 (27.5%) | 613 (72.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,339 (53.8%) | 2,005 (46.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Douglas County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (254 | 5.9%), Construction & Extraction (216 | 5.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (41 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 32 (78.0%) | 9 (22.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 203 (94.0%) | 13 (6.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 235 (92.5%) | 19 (7.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 470 (92.0%) | 41 (8.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,339 (53.8%) | 2,005 (46.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Douglas County are Production (599 | 13.8%), Transportation (358 | 8.2%), and Material Moving (178 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 363 (60.6%) | 236 (39.4%) |
| Transportation | 288 (80.4%) | 70 (19.6%) |
| Material Moving | 83 (46.6%) | 95 (53.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 734 (64.7%) | 401 (35.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,339 (53.8%) | 2,005 (46.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Douglas County
Employment Industries in Douglas County
The major employment industries in Douglas County include Manufacturing (892 | 20.5%), Retail Trade (593 | 13.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (453 | 10.4%), Construction (407 | 9.4%), and Transportation & Warehousing (358 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Douglas County
The Douglas County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (91.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (98.8%), and Finance & Insurance (91.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 232 (91.3%) | 22 (8.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 372 (91.4%) | 35 (8.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 604 (67.7%) | 288 (32.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 52 (57.1%) | 39 (42.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 188 (31.7%) | 405 (68.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 265 (74.0%) | 93 (26.0%) |
| Utilities | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 13 (8.6%) | 138 (91.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 32 (69.6%) | 14 (30.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 44 (28.0%) | 113 (72.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 37 (77.1%) | 11 (22.9%) |
| Educational Services | 100 (33.0%) | 203 (67.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 187 (41.3%) | 266 (58.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 3 (1.2%) | 247 (98.8%) |
| Public Administration | 129 (70.5%) | 54 (29.5%) |
| Total | 2,339 (53.8%) | 2,005 (46.2%) |
Education in Douglas County
School Enrollment in Douglas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,191 students in Douglas County are high school (637 | 29.1%), elementary school (500 | 22.8%), and middle school (492 | 22.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 130 | 5.9% |
| Kindergarten | 226 | 10.3% |
| Elementary School | 500 | 22.8% |
| Middle School | 492 | 22.5% |
| High School | 637 | 29.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 163 | 7.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 43 | 2.0% |
| Total | 2,191 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Douglas County
Out of a total of 2,191 students who are enrolled in schools in Douglas County, 423 (19.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,768 (80.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 28 (43.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 105 (94.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 37 (71.2%) | 15 (28.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 645 (84.5%) | 118 (15.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 482 (81.6%) | 109 (18.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 389 (79.1%) | 103 (20.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 105 (94.6%) | 6 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 36 (56.2%) | 28 (43.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 31 (62.0%) | 19 (38.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 43 (63.2%) | 25 (36.8%) |
| Total | 1,768 (80.7%) | 423 (19.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Douglas County
Education (267 | 17.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (213 | 14.1%), science & technology (200 | 13.2%), liberal arts & history (175 | 11.6%), and arts & humanities (142 | 9.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,514 individuals in Douglas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 104 | 6.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 213 | 14.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 30 | 2.0% |
| Psychology | 68 | 4.5% |
| Social Sciences | 104 | 6.9% |
| Engineering | 10 | 0.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 200 | 13.2% |
| Business | 139 | 9.2% |
| Education | 267 | 17.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 175 | 11.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 32 | 2.1% |
| Communications | 30 | 2.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 142 | 9.4% |
| Total | 1,514 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Douglas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Douglas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Douglas County are males with 2 vehicles (870, accounting for 37.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (738, making up 44.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 14 (0.6%) | 18 (0.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 341 (14.7%) | 309 (15.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 870 (37.6%) | 738 (37.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 645 (27.9%) | 534 (27.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 334 (14.4%) | 268 (13.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 111 (4.8%) | 85 (4.3%) |
| Total | 2,315 (100.0%) | 1,952 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Douglas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Douglas County are 5 to 9 minutes (698 commuters, 17.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (554 commuters, 14.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (516 commuters, 13.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 290 | 7.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 698 | 17.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 554 | 14.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 370 | 9.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 516 | 13.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 200 | 5.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 358 | 9.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 72 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 74 | 1.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 412 | 10.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 263 | 6.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 142 | 3.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Douglas County
The most common commute times in Douglas County are 5 to 9 minutes (486 commuters, 22.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (331 commuters, 18.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 201 (9.4%) | 89 (4.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 486 (22.7%) | 212 (11.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 223 (10.4%) | 331 (18.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 111 (5.2%) | 259 (14.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 203 (9.5%) | 313 (17.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 69 (3.2%) | 131 (7.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 191 (8.9%) | 167 (9.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 27 (1.3%) | 45 (2.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 51 (2.4%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 330 (15.4%) | 82 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 169 (7.9%) | 94 (5.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 76 (3.6%) | 66 (3.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Douglas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Douglas County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (334, 15.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (411, 22.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 118 (5.5%) | 56 (3.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 142 (6.6%) | 36 (2.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 174 (8.1%) | 113 (6.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 260 (12.2%) | 106 (5.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 261 (12.2%) | 145 (8.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 334 (15.6%) | 177 (9.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 42 (2.0%) | 411 (22.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 238 (11.1%) | 213 (11.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (2.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 88 (4.1%) | 120 (6.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 25 (1.2%) | 47 (2.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 4 (0.2%) | 35 (1.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 156 (7.3%) | 161 (8.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 295 (13.8%) | 150 (8.3%) |
| Total | 2,137 (100.0%) | 1,812 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Douglas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Douglas County
Of the total 4,616 dwellings in Douglas County, owner-occupied units account for 3,752 (81.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 864 (18.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,752 | 81.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 864 | 18.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,616 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Douglas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,221 | 26.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,769 | 38.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 776 | 16.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 850 | 18.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,616 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Douglas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 916 (75.0%) | 305 (25.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,569 (88.7%) | 200 (11.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 601 (77.4%) | 175 (22.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 666 (78.3%) | 184 (21.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,752 (81.3%) | 864 (18.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Douglas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 572 (73.8%) | 203 (26.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,418 (85.2%) | 246 (14.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,055 (77.1%) | 313 (22.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 707 (87.4%) | 102 (12.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 536 | 11.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 584 | 12.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 794 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 952 | 20.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,084 | 23.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 488 | 10.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 178 | 3.9% |
| Total | 4,616 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Douglas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Douglas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,752 (81.3%) | $50,849 |
| Renter-Occupied | 864 (18.7%) | $29,821 |
| Average | 4,616 (100.0%) | $47,848 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Douglas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 143 (3.8%) | 62 (7.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 243 (6.5%) | 126 (14.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 177 (4.7%) | 106 (12.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 211 (5.6%) | 65 (7.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 182 (4.9%) | 31 (3.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 391 (10.4%) | 80 (9.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 511 (13.6%) | 116 (13.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 690 (18.4%) | 227 (26.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 464 (12.4%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 549 (14.6%) | 28 (3.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 191 (5.1%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| Total | 3,752 (100.0%) | 864 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Douglas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 571 (15.2%) | 36 (4.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,086 (28.9%) | 69 (8.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 803 (21.4%) | 349 (40.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 374 (10.0%) | 131 (15.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 648 (17.3%) | 69 (8.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 153 (4.1%) | 19 (2.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 22 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 62 (1.7%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 33 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,752 (100.0%) | 864 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Douglas County
Housing Structures in Douglas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,873 | 83.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 25 | 0.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 17 | 0.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 53 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 6 | 0.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 33 | 0.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 609 | 13.2% |
| Total | 4,616 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Douglas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,226 (83.3%) | 647 (16.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 9 (17.0%) | 44 (83.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 492 (80.8%) | 117 (19.2%) |
| Total | 3,752 (81.3%) | 864 (18.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Douglas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 115 (3.1%) | 62 (7.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,585 (42.2%) | 455 (52.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,414 (37.7%) | 248 (28.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 638 (17.0%) | 99 (11.5%) |
| Total | 3,752 (100.0%) | 864 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Douglas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 443 (11.8%) | 251 (29.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,497 (39.9%) | 210 (24.3%) |
| Electricity | 868 (23.1%) | 261 (30.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 17 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 920 (24.5%) | 127 (14.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 7 (0.2%) | 15 (1.7%) |
| Total | 3,752 (100.0%) | 864 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Douglas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 38 (1.0%) | 169 (19.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 793 (21.1%) | 278 (32.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,527 (40.7%) | 333 (38.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,394 (37.1%) | 84 (9.7%) |
| Total | 3,752 (100.0%) | 864 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Douglas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Douglas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,020 | 1,732 |
| Median Property Value | $133,400 | $160,000 |
| Median Household Income | $47,500 | $125 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $353 | $33 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $643 | $13 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Douglas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 151 (7.5%) | 233 (13.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 460 (22.8%) | 246 (14.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,216 (60.2%) | 994 (57.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 115 (5.7%) | 134 (7.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 55 (2.7%) | 41 (2.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 5 (0.3%) | 62 (3.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 18 (0.9%) | 22 (1.3%) |
| Total | 2,020 (100.0%) | 1,732 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Douglas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 312 (15.4%) | 11 (0.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 325 (16.1%) | 74 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 172 (8.5%) | 245 (14.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 344 (17.0%) | 219 (12.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 411 (20.3%) | 167 (9.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 138 (6.8%) | 279 (16.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 252 (12.5%) | 326 (18.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 66 (3.3%) | 297 (17.2%) |
| Total | 2,020 (100.0%) | 1,732 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Douglas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 672 (33.3%) | 64,276 (3,711.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 344 (17.0%) | 592 (34.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 103 (5.1%) | 499 (28.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 847 (41.9%) | 179 (10.3%) |
| Total | 2,020 (100.0%) | 1,732 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Douglas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,262 (62.5%) | 30 (1.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 448 (22.2%) | 1,064 (61.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 240 (11.9%) | 296 (17.1%) |
| Total | 2,020 (100.0%) | 1,732 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Douglas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 764 (91.8%) | 68 (8.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,844 (96.8%) | 62 (3.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 444 (68.4%) | 205 (31.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 837 (83.8%) | 162 (16.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 994 (80.0%) | 248 (20.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,316 (93.1%) | 98 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,456 (81.5%) | 331 (18.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,703 (97.5%) | 43 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,097 (98.5%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| Total | 10,455 (89.4%) | 1,234 (10.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Douglas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 764 (91.8%) | 68 (8.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,844 (96.8%) | 62 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 444 (68.4%) | 205 (31.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Douglas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,944 (88.2%) | 259 (11.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,463 (92.9%) | 189 (7.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,139 (84.2%) | 403 (15.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,436 (92.8%) | 111 (7.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,457 (90.1%) | 271 (9.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 502 (60.3%) | 268 (32.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 951 (49.9%) | 941 (49.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 91 (14.0%) | 391 (60.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 240 (24.0%) | 619 (62.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 277 (22.3%) | 767 (61.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 302 (21.4%) | 1,075 (76.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 634 (35.5%) | 902 (50.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,697 (97.2%) | 862 (49.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,062 (95.3%) | 581 (52.1%) |
| Total | 5,756 (49.2%) | 6,406 (54.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.9%) | 49 (5.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 77 (8.6%) | 43 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 654 (29.1%) | 503 (22.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 288 (33.7%) | 219 (24.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 355 (68.7%) | 259 (43.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Douglas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (9.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (1.0%) | 43 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 169 (7.5%) | 60 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 157 (18.4%) | 36 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 286 (55.3%) | 101 (16.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (1.8%) | 43 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 176 (7.8%) | 54 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (5.7%) | 52 (5.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (1.9%) | 28 (4.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.9%) | 49 (5.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 63 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 249 (11.1%) | 269 (12.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 38 (4.4%) | 137 (15.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (20.9%) | 63 (10.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 251 (11.2%) | 310 (14.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 123 (14.4%) | 151 (17.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 147 (28.4%) | 191 (32.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 124 (5.5%) | 131 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (4.2%) | 15 (1.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (12.2%) | 47 (7.9%) |
Technology Access in Douglas County
Computing Device Access in Douglas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,999 | 65.0% |
| Smartphone | 3,237 | 70.1% |
| Tablet | 1,722 | 37.3% |
| No Computing Device | 629 | 13.6% |
| Total | 4,616 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Douglas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 19 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 1,833 | 39.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 956 | 20.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 809 | 17.5% |
| No Internet | 1,157 | 25.1% |
| Total | 4,616 | 100.0% |
Douglas County Summary
Douglas County, Missouri is located in the Ozark Mountains of south-central Missouri. It is bordered by Wright County to the north, Ozark County to the east, Howell County to the south, and Taney County to the west. The county seat is Ava, and the largest city is Mountain Grove. The county was organized in 1857 and named for Stephen A. Douglas, a U.S. Senator from Illinois.
Geography
Douglas County covers an area of 576 square miles, of which 575 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water. The county is located in the Ozark Mountains, and is characterized by rolling hills and valleys. The highest point in the county is located at the intersection of Douglas and Wright counties, at an elevation of 1,400 feet. The county is drained by the North Fork River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The county is home to several state parks, including Big Spring State Park, which is located in the northern part of the county. The park is known for its large spring, which is the largest in the state. Other parks in the county include Mark Twain National Forest, which is located in the southern part of the county, and Ozark National Scenic Riverways, which is located in the eastern part of the county.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Douglas County had a population of 13,684. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $32,917, and the median income for a family was $40,917. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 16.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Douglas County is largely rural, and the economy is based on agriculture and forestry. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and oats. The county is also home to several timber companies, which harvest timber from the county's forests.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The county is served by two airports, Ava Municipal Airport and Mountain Grove Municipal Airport. The county is also served by several highways, including U.S. Route 60, U.S. Route 65, and Missouri Route 14.
Conclusion
Douglas County, Missouri is a rural county located in the Ozark Mountains of south-central Missouri. The county is home to several state parks, and the economy is based on agriculture and forestry. The county is served by two airports and several highways, and is home to several small businesses. The population of the county is 13,684, and the median income for a household is $32,917.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Douglas County?
Total Population of Douglas County is 11,803.
What is the Total Male Population of Douglas County?
Total Male Population of Douglas County is 5,991.
What is the Total Female Population of Douglas County?
Total Female Population of Douglas County is 5,812.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Douglas County?
There are 103.08 Males per 100 Females in Douglas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Douglas County?
There are 97.01 Females per 100 Males in Douglas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Douglas County?
Median Population Age in Douglas County is 47.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Douglas County
Average Family Size in Douglas County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Douglas County
Average Household Size in Douglas County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Douglas County?
Per Capita income in Douglas County is $27,762.
What is the Median Family Income in Douglas County?
Median Family Income in Douglas County is $60,274.
What is the Median Household income in Douglas County?
Median Household Income in Douglas County is $47,848.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Douglas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Douglas County is 24.1%.
Women in Douglas County earn 75.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Douglas County?
Family Income Deficit in Douglas County is $10,954.
Families that are below poverty line in Douglas County earn $10,954 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Douglas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Douglas County is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Douglas County?
There are 4,645 People in the Labor Forcein in Douglas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Douglas County?
49.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Douglas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Douglas County?
Unemployment Rate in Douglas County is 6.5%.