Amite County, MS Map & Demographics
Amite County Map
Amite County Overview
$24,135
PER CAPITA INCOME
$43,722
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,866
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
60.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
39.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,683
TOTAL POPULATION
5,948
MALE POPULATION
6,735
FEMALE POPULATION
88.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
113.23
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
4,089
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Income in Amite County
Income Overview in Amite County
Per Capita Income in Amite County is $24,135, while median incomes of families and households are $43,722 and $34,866 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 12,683 | $24,135 |
| Median Family Income | 3,531 | $43,722 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,531 | $63,309 |
| Median Household Income | 5,834 | $34,866 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,834 | $50,090 |
| Income Deficit | 3,531 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 12,683 | 60.23% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 12,683 | 39.77¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 12,683 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Amite County
Average Earnings in Amite County are $34,641, $55,071 for men and $21,899 for women, a difference of 60.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,186 (51.1%) | $55,071 |
| Female | 2,092 (48.9%) | $21,899 |
| Total | 4,278 (100.0%) | $34,641 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Amite County
The most common earnings brackets in Amite County are $100,000+ for men (393 | 18.0%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (258 | 12.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 33 (1.5%) | 206 (9.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 71 (3.3%) | 35 (1.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 48 (2.2%) | 92 (4.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 37 (1.7%) | 106 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 4 (0.2%) | 94 (4.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 25 (1.1%) | 124 (5.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 46 (2.1%) | 76 (3.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 50 (2.3%) | 117 (5.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 76 (3.5%) | 258 (12.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 218 (10.0%) | 41 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 29 (1.3%) | 188 (9.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 32 (1.5%) | 157 (7.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 180 (8.2%) | 112 (5.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 52 (2.4%) | 29 (1.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 149 (6.8%) | 164 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 39 (1.8%) | 38 (1.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 247 (11.3%) | 113 (5.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 194 (8.9%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 263 (12.0%) | 62 (3.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 393 (18.0%) | 71 (3.4%) |
| Total | 2,186 (100.0%) | 2,092 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Amite County
Average earnings in Amite County are $57,234 for men and $24,146 for women, a difference of 57.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,366, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,235. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,128, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,300.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $23,235 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $59,348 | $14,300 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $67,366 | $25,568 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,932 | $26,042 |
| Graduate Degree | $57,738 | $47,128 |
| Total | $57,234 | $24,146 |
Family Income in Amite County
Family Income Brackets in Amite County
According to the Amite County family income data, there are 604 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 159 families (4.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 261 | 7.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 240 | 6.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 512 | 14.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 424 | 12.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 523 | 14.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 604 | 17.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 325 | 9.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 328 | 9.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 159 | 4.5% |
| $200,000+ | 159 | 4.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Amite County
5-person families (210 | 5.9%) account for the highest median family income in Amite County with $72,209 per family, while 2-person families (1,980 | 56.1%) have the highest median income of $22,164 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,980 (56.1%) | $44,327 |
| 3-Person Families | 749 (21.2%) | $36,015 |
| 4-Person Families | 576 (16.3%) | $38,807 |
| 5-Person Families | 210 (5.9%) | $72,209 |
| 6-Person Families | 8 (0.2%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 8 (0.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,531 (100.0%) | $43,722 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Amite County
The median family income in Amite County is $43,722, with families comprising 3+ earners (59) having the highest median family income of $114,750, while families with no earners (1,310) have the lowest median family income of $23,810, accounting for 1.7% and 37.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,310 (37.1%) | $23,810 |
| 1 Earner | 1,304 (36.9%) | $36,851 |
| 2 Earners | 858 (24.3%) | $103,981 |
| 3+ Earners | 59 (1.7%) | $114,750 |
| Total | 3,531 (100.0%) | $43,722 |
Household Income in Amite County
Household Income Brackets in Amite County
With 1,143 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Amite County, accounting for 19.6% of all households. In contrast, only 158 households (2.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 589 | 10.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 712 | 12.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,143 | 19.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 490 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 887 | 15.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 922 | 15.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 414 | 7.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 356 | 6.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 158 | 2.7% |
| $200,000+ | 169 | 2.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Amite County
The median household income in Amite County is $34,866, with the highest median household income of $37,969 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,211 households (20.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 195 households (3.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 195 (3.3%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,211 (20.8%) | $37,969 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,444 (41.9%) | $36,149 |
| 65+ Years | 1,984 (34.0%) | $33,710 |
| Total | 5,834 (100.0%) | $34,866 |
Poverty in Amite County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Amite County
With 24.0% poverty level for males and 29.8% for females among the residents of Amite County, 12 to 14 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 134 males (63.2%) and 22 females (61.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 123 (53.9%) | 72 (16.4%) |
| 5 Years | 23 (36.5%) | 70 (59.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 182 (38.6%) | 226 (39.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 134 (63.2%) | 121 (37.2%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (61.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 8 (8.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 106 (18.5%) | 99 (26.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 29 (5.7%) | 269 (39.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 203 (37.3%) | 203 (36.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 117 (15.2%) | 269 (33.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 227 (22.7%) | 323 (29.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 215 (22.3%) | 162 (17.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (9.9%) | 153 (20.7%) |
| Total | 1,409 (24.0%) | 1,989 (29.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Amite County
According to the poverty statistics in Amite County, males aged 15 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 105 (46.1%) | 366 (83.6%) |
| 5 Years | 40 (63.5%) | 47 (40.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 289 (61.4%) | 346 (60.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 78 (36.8%) | 204 (62.8%) |
| 15 Years | 24 (100.0%) | 14 (38.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 91 (91.9%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 466 (81.5%) | 272 (73.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 479 (94.3%) | 413 (60.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 341 (62.7%) | 358 (63.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 651 (84.8%) | 534 (66.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 773 (77.3%) | 786 (70.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 748 (77.7%) | 752 (82.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 384 (90.1%) | 586 (79.3%) |
| Total | 4,469 (76.0%) | 4,693 (70.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Amite County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Amite County show that 12.8% or 314 of the total 2,462 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 16.8%, comprising of 84 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,547 (87.4%) | 223 (12.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 417 (83.2%) | 84 (16.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 176 (96.2%) | 7 (3.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,148 (87.3%) | 314 (12.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Amite County
According to the poverty data in Amite County, 24.7% or 44 single-father households and 58.6% or 522 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (97.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 104 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 192 (58.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 44 (97.8%) | 226 (49.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 104 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 44 (24.7%) | 522 (58.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Amite County
The poverty data for Amite County shows that 314 of the married-couple family households (12.8%) and 566 of the single-parent households (52.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 84 households (16.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 104 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 223 (12.6%) | 192 (41.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 84 (16.8%) | 270 (53.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 7 (3.8%) | 104 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 314 (12.8%) | 566 (52.9%) |
Race in Amite County
The most populous races in Amite County are White / Caucasian (7,348 | 57.9%), Black / African American (5,101 | 40.2%), and Two or more Races (184 | 1.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 5,101 | 40.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 | 0.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 18 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,348 | 57.9% |
| Two or more Races | 184 | 1.5% |
| Some other Race | 28 | 0.2% |
| Total | 12,683 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Amite County
The most populous ancestries reported in Amite County are Irish (1,438 | 11.3%), American (1,208 | 9.5%), English (649 | 5.1%), German (633 | 5.0%), and French (540 | 4.3%), together accounting for 35.2% of all Amite County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 111 | 0.9% |
| American | 1,208 | 9.5% |
| Apache | 6 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 5 | 0.0% |
| British | 16 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 7 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 2 | 0.0% |
| English | 649 | 5.1% |
| European | 59 | 0.5% |
| French | 540 | 4.3% |
| German | 633 | 5.0% |
| Greek | 2 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Houma | 8 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,438 | 11.3% |
| Italian | 242 | 1.9% |
| Jamaican | 10 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 7 | 0.1% |
| Mexican American Indian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 9 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 108 | 0.9% |
| Scandinavian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 247 | 1.9% |
| Scottish | 46 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 111 | 0.9% |
| Swedish | 64 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 2 | 0.0% | View All 31 Rows |
Immigrants in Amite County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Amite County came from Latin America (19 | 0.2%), Caribbean (12 | 0.1%), Jamaica (10 | 0.1%), Central America (7 | 0.1%), and Mexico (7 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.4% of all Amite County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 5 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 12 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 7 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 2 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 10 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 19 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 7 | 0.1% |
| Morocco | 5 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 5 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 4 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 4 | 0.0% | View All 12 Rows |
Sex and Age in Amite County
Sex and Age in Amite County
The most populous age groups in Amite County are 55 to 59 Years (703 | 11.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (559 | 8.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 228 (3.8%) | 438 (6.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 325 (5.5%) | 496 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 421 (7.1%) | 518 (7.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 273 (4.6%) | 90 (1.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 426 (7.2%) | 334 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 184 (3.1%) | 357 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 335 (5.6%) | 328 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 145 (2.4%) | 310 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 404 (6.8%) | 251 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 391 (6.6%) | 351 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 386 (6.5%) | 455 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 703 (11.8%) | 558 (8.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 301 (5.1%) | 559 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 541 (9.1%) | 526 (7.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 433 (7.3%) | 395 (5.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 240 (4.0%) | 386 (5.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 104 (1.8%) | 130 (1.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 108 (1.8%) | 253 (3.8%) |
| Total | 5,948 (100.0%) | 6,735 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Amite County
Median Family Size in Amite County
The median family size in Amite County is 2.83 persons per family, with single female/mother families (891 | 25.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (178 | 5.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.74 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,462 (69.7%) | 2.79 |
| Single Male/Father | 178 (5.0%) | 2.74 |
| Single Female/Mother | 891 (25.2%) | 2.98 |
| Total Families | 3,531 (100.0%) | 2.83 |
Median Household Size in Amite County
The median household size in Amite County is 2.15 persons per household, with single female/mother households (891 | 15.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.07 persons per household. non-family households (2,303 | 39.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,462 (42.2%) | 2.79 |
| Single Male/Father | 178 (3.0%) | 2.78 |
| Single Female/Mother | 891 (15.3%) | 3.07 |
| Non-family | 2,303 (39.5%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 5,834 (100.0%) | 2.15 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Amite County
Out of a total of 5,834 households in Amite County, 3,531 (60.5%) are family households, while 2,303 (39.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,973, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,155.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,155 (36.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,973 (33.8%) | 148 (2.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 713 (12.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 604 (10.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 225 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 8 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 8 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,531 (60.5%) | 2,303 (39.5%) |
Female Fertility in Amite County
Fertility by Age in Amite County
Average fertility rate in Amite County is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.0% 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 | 107 (87.0%) | 105.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 16 (13.0%) | 16.0 |
| Total | 123 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Amite County
27.6% of women with births (123) in Amite County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 83.2% 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 | 18 (16.8%) | 89 (83.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 34 (27.6%) | 89 (72.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Amite County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 12 (9.8%) | 56.0 |
| High School Diploma | 27 (22.0%) | 42.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 76 (61.8%) | 75.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 8 (6.5%) | 82.0 |
| Total | 123 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Amite County
72.4% of women with births in Amite County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school 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 93.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 9 (33.3%) | 18 (66.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 5 (6.6%) | 71 (93.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 34 (27.6%) | 89 (72.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Amite County
Employment by Class of Employer in Amite County
Among the 3,724 employed individuals in Amite County, private company employees (2,326 | 62.5%), state government employees (388 | 10.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (298 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,326 | 62.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 174 | 4.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 298 | 8.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 146 | 3.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 127 | 3.4% |
| State Government Employees | 388 | 10.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 250 | 6.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 15 | 0.4% |
| Total | 3,724 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Amite County
According to the labor force statistics for Amite County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,197), 40.1% or 4,089 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 307 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 74.7% or 495 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 51.4% or 55 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 107 (35.3%) | 55 (51.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 472 (62.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 351 (64.9%) | 102 (29.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 495 (74.7%) | 18 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 606 (54.6%) | 51 (8.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 795 (50.2%) | 46 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 521 (41.3%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 362 (42.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 299 (15.8%) | 18 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 84 (6.9%) | 12 (14.3%) |
| Total | 4,089 (40.1%) | 307 (7.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Amite County
According to labor force statistics for Amite County, 52.0% of individuals (3,129) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,018) are in the labor force, with 7.0% or 219 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 71.4% or 392 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.6% or 88 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 132 (21.6%) | 42 (6.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,022 (41.8%) | 210 (8.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,584 (65.7%) | 162 (6.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 392 (71.4%) | 24 (4.3%) |
| Total | 3,129 (52.0%) | 421 (7.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Amite County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amite County are Community & Social Service (387 | 10.2%), Management (302 | 8.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (228 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (185 | 4.9%), and Education, Arts & Media (132 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amite County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 118 (39.1%) | 184 (60.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 5 (13.5%) | 32 (86.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 87 (22.5%) | 300 (77.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 43 (32.6%) | 89 (67.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 23 (12.4%) | 162 (87.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 228 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 247 (24.9%) | 744 (75.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,024 (53.4%) | 1,764 (46.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Amite County are Healthcare Support (231 | 6.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (142 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (95 | 2.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (73 | 1.9%), and Personal Care & Service (69 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Amite County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (78.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (90.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 22 (9.5%) | 209 (90.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 75 (78.9%) | 20 (21.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 19 (48.7%) | 20 (51.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 42 (29.6%) | 100 (70.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 212 (34.7%) | 398 (65.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,024 (53.4%) | 1,764 (46.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Amite County are Office & Administration (581 | 15.3%), and Sales & Related (145 | 3.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 25 (17.2%) | 120 (82.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 103 (17.7%) | 478 (82.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 128 (17.6%) | 598 (82.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,024 (53.4%) | 1,764 (46.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Amite County are Construction & Extraction (245 | 6.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (207 | 5.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (67 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 245 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 207 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 519 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,024 (53.4%) | 1,764 (46.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Amite County are Transportation (533 | 14.1%), Production (242 | 6.4%), and Material Moving (167 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 230 (95.0%) | 12 (5.0%) |
| Transportation | 521 (97.8%) | 12 (2.2%) |
| Material Moving | 167 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 918 (97.5%) | 24 (2.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,024 (53.4%) | 1,764 (46.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Amite County
Employment Industries in Amite County
The major employment industries in Amite County include Health Care & Social Assistance (618 | 16.3%), Manufacturing (479 | 12.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (323 | 8.5%), Public Administration (269 | 7.1%), and Educational Services (266 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Amite County
The Amite County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Construction (99.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (91.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 103 (54.5%) | 86 (45.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 146 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 188 (99.0%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 301 (62.8%) | 178 (37.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 89 (37.9%) | 146 (62.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 306 (94.7%) | 17 (5.3%) |
| Utilities | 76 (97.4%) | 2 (2.6%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 20 (52.6%) | 18 (47.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 33 (62.3%) | 20 (37.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 61 (36.1%) | 108 (63.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 144 (66.7%) | 72 (33.3%) |
| Educational Services | 47 (17.7%) | 219 (82.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 52 (8.4%) | 566 (91.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 66 (60.6%) | 43 (39.5%) |
| Public Administration | 158 (58.7%) | 111 (41.3%) |
| Total | 2,024 (53.4%) | 1,764 (46.6%) |
Education in Amite County
School Enrollment in Amite County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,416 students in Amite County are middle school (790 | 32.7%), elementary school (690 | 28.6%), and college / undergraduate (414 | 17.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 107 | 4.4% |
| Kindergarten | 125 | 5.2% |
| Elementary School | 690 | 28.6% |
| Middle School | 790 | 32.7% |
| High School | 282 | 11.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 414 | 17.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 8 | 0.3% |
| Total | 2,416 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Amite County
Out of a total of 2,416 students who are enrolled in schools in Amite County, 640 (26.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,776 (73.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 278 (35.8% 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 130 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 65 (95.6%) | 3 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 499 (64.2%) | 278 (35.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 654 (70.0%) | 281 (30.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 120 (70.6%) | 50 (29.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 130 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 150 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 150 (84.3%) | 28 (15.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,776 (73.5%) | 640 (26.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Amite County
Education (253 | 29.1%), science & technology (246 | 28.3%), business (110 | 12.7%), liberal arts & history (43 | 5.0%), and arts & humanities (42 | 4.8%) are the most common fields of study among 869 individuals in Amite County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 15 | 1.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 33 | 3.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 36 | 4.1% |
| Psychology | 41 | 4.7% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 41 | 4.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 246 | 28.3% |
| Business | 110 | 12.7% |
| Education | 253 | 29.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 9 | 1.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 43 | 5.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 42 | 4.8% |
| Total | 869 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Amite County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Amite County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Amite County are males with 2 vehicles (1,068, accounting for 54.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (682, making up 60.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (1.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 195 (9.9%) | 290 (16.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,068 (54.3%) | 682 (38.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 382 (19.4%) | 437 (24.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 188 (9.6%) | 206 (11.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 135 (6.9%) | 120 (6.8%) |
| Total | 1,968 (100.0%) | 1,756 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Amite County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Amite County are 90 or more minutes (452 commuters, 12.9%), 25 to 29 minutes (412 commuters, 11.8%), and 60 to 89 minutes (371 commuters, 10.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 124 | 3.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 265 | 7.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 160 | 4.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 351 | 10.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 368 | 10.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 412 | 11.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 361 | 10.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 163 | 4.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 200 | 5.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 275 | 7.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 371 | 10.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 452 | 12.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Amite County
The most common commute times in Amite County are 90 or more minutes (385 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (303 commuters, 18.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 61 (3.3%) | 63 (3.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 74 (4.0%) | 191 (11.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 74 (4.0%) | 86 (5.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 139 (7.5%) | 212 (12.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 189 (10.2%) | 179 (10.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 109 (5.9%) | 303 (18.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 201 (10.8%) | 160 (9.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 59 (3.2%) | 104 (6.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 167 (9.0%) | 33 (2.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 135 (7.3%) | 140 (8.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 260 (14.0%) | 111 (6.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 385 (20.8%) | 67 (4.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Amite County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Amite County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (483, 26.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (417, 25.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 165 (8.9%) | 29 (1.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 102 (5.5%) | 155 (9.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 129 (7.0%) | 46 (2.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 483 (26.1%) | 187 (11.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 158 (8.5%) | 306 (18.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 345 (18.6%) | 417 (25.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 79 (4.3%) | 115 (7.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 22 (1.2%) | 140 (8.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 111 (6.0%) | 27 (1.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 20 (1.1%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 103 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 106 (5.7%) | 79 (4.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 30 (1.6%) | 118 (7.2%) |
| Total | 1,853 (100.0%) | 1,649 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Amite County
Occupancy by Ownership in Amite County
Of the total 5,834 dwellings in Amite County, owner-occupied units account for 4,722 (80.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,112 (19.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,722 | 80.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,112 | 19.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,834 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Amite County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,155 | 36.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,121 | 36.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 713 | 12.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 845 | 14.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,834 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Amite County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,746 (81.0%) | 409 (19.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,872 (88.3%) | 249 (11.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 531 (74.5%) | 182 (25.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 573 (67.8%) | 272 (32.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,722 (80.9%) | 1,112 (19.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Amite County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 649 (71.4%) | 260 (28.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,637 (77.1%) | 485 (22.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,971 (86.6%) | 304 (13.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 465 (88.1%) | 63 (11.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Amite County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 840 | 14.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 566 | 9.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,001 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,443 | 24.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,183 | 20.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 541 | 9.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 260 | 4.5% |
| Total | 5,834 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Amite County
Median Income by Occupancy in Amite County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,722 (80.9%) | $37,131 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,112 (19.1%) | $21,711 |
| Average | 5,834 (100.0%) | $34,866 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Amite County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 317 (6.7%) | 112 (10.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 59 (1.3%) | 101 (9.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 540 (11.4%) | 170 (15.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 422 (8.9%) | 108 (9.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 489 (10.4%) | 123 (11.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 384 (8.1%) | 105 (9.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 801 (17.0%) | 87 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 722 (15.3%) | 198 (17.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 322 (6.8%) | 90 (8.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 337 (7.1%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 329 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,722 (100.0%) | 1,112 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Amite County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,815 (38.4%) | 111 (10.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,128 (23.9%) | 141 (12.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 805 (17.1%) | 272 (24.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 363 (7.7%) | 126 (11.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 377 (8.0%) | 91 (8.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 174 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 19 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 20 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 21 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,722 (100.0%) | 1,112 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Amite County
Housing Structures in Amite County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,532 | 60.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 15 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 16 | 0.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 31 | 0.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 34 | 0.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 83 | 1.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,123 | 36.4% |
| Total | 5,834 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Amite County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,840 (80.4%) | 692 (19.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 (40.0%) | 9 (60.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,876 (88.4%) | 247 (11.6%) |
| Total | 4,722 (80.9%) | 1,112 (19.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Amite County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 441 (9.3%) | 131 (11.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,875 (39.7%) | 501 (45.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,587 (33.6%) | 268 (24.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 819 (17.3%) | 212 (19.1%) |
| Total | 4,722 (100.0%) | 1,112 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Amite County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 379 (8.0%) | 125 (11.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,117 (23.7%) | 76 (6.8%) |
| Electricity | 3,135 (66.4%) | 818 (73.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 5 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 86 (1.8%) | 93 (8.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,722 (100.0%) | 1,112 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Amite County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 245 (5.2%) | 199 (17.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,711 (36.2%) | 491 (44.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,854 (39.3%) | 311 (28.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 912 (19.3%) | 111 (10.0%) |
| Total | 4,722 (100.0%) | 1,112 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Amite County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Amite County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,596 | 1,126 |
| Median Property Value | $75,500 | $155,200 |
| Median Household Income | $33,564 | $170 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $298 | $21 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $315 | $285 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Amite County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,282 (35.6%) | 174 (15.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 858 (23.9%) | 292 (25.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,168 (32.5%) | 544 (48.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 224 (6.2%) | 116 (10.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 52 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 10 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,596 (100.0%) | 1,126 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Amite County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 359 (10.0%) | 13 (1.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,208 (33.6%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 339 (9.4%) | 243 (21.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 681 (18.9%) | 45 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 431 (12.0%) | 120 (10.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 222 (6.2%) | 291 (25.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 197 (5.5%) | 100 (8.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 159 (4.4%) | 140 (12.4%) |
| Total | 3,596 (100.0%) | 1,126 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Amite County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,597 (44.4%) | 58,894 (5,230.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 442 (12.3%) | 480 (42.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 577 (16.1%) | 176 (15.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 758 (21.1%) | 138 (12.3%) |
| Total | 3,596 (100.0%) | 1,126 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Amite County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,236 (62.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 206 (5.7%) | 433 (38.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 255 (7.1%) | 347 (30.8%) |
| Total | 3,596 (100.0%) | 1,126 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Amite County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amite County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 824 (97.4%) | 22 (2.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,636 (90.4%) | 173 (9.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 639 (63.8%) | 363 (36.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 928 (86.3%) | 148 (13.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 764 (69.1%) | 341 (30.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,254 (79.8%) | 317 (20.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,049 (97.2%) | 60 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,877 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,159 (99.5%) | 6 (0.5%) |
| Total | 11,130 (88.6%) | 1,430 (11.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Amite County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 824 (97.4%) | 22 (2.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,636 (90.4%) | 173 (9.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 639 (63.8%) | 363 (36.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Amite County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,822 (93.6%) | 262 (6.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,154 (80.5%) | 523 (19.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,927 (79.2%) | 505 (20.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,315 (97.6%) | 33 (2.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,912 (94.7%) | 107 (5.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amite County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 683 (80.7%) | 153 (18.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,198 (66.2%) | 559 (30.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 105 (10.5%) | 575 (57.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 367 (34.1%) | 637 (59.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 271 (24.5%) | 493 (44.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 649 (41.3%) | 644 (41.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 939 (44.5%) | 1,405 (66.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,753 (93.4%) | 713 (38.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,146 (98.4%) | 476 (40.9%) |
| Total | 7,111 (56.6%) | 5,655 (45.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Amite County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 123 (11.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 101 (9.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,080 (46.7%) | 801 (32.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 428 (44.4%) | 341 (37.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 243 (57.0%) | 351 (47.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Amite County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 31 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 302 (13.1%) | 21 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 96 (10.0%) | 15 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 185 (43.4%) | 127 (17.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (4.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 151 (6.5%) | 128 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 121 (12.6%) | 39 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (17.6%) | 77 (10.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 64 (6.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 73 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 349 (15.1%) | 439 (17.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 146 (15.2%) | 121 (13.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (14.8%) | 72 (9.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 43 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 714 (30.9%) | 610 (24.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 183 (19.0%) | 296 (32.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (24.2%) | 253 (34.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 40 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 161 (7.0%) | 183 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 61 (6.3%) | 69 (7.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (16.9%) | 7 (0.9%) |
Technology Access in Amite County
Computing Device Access in Amite County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,800 | 48.0% |
| Smartphone | 4,515 | 77.4% |
| Tablet | 2,563 | 43.9% |
| No Computing Device | 946 | 16.2% |
| Total | 5,834 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Amite County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 2 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,789 | 30.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,418 | 24.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,358 | 23.3% |
| No Internet | 1,821 | 31.2% |
| Total | 5,834 | 100.0% |
Amite County Summary
Amite County is located in the southeastern corner of Mississippi, and is part of the Magnolia State’s Pine Belt region. The county is bordered by Pike County to the north, Walthall County to the east, Marion County to the south, and Wilkinson County to the west. The county seat is Liberty, and the county is home to a population of 13,131 people, according to the 2010 U.S. Census.
History
Amite County was established in 1809, and was named after the Amite River, which runs through the county. The county was originally part of the Choctaw Nation, and was ceded to the United States in the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek in 1830. The county was originally part of Pike County, but was split off in 1809.
The county was home to a number of plantations prior to the Civil War, and the county was home to a number of Confederate soldiers. After the war, the county was home to a number of freedmen, and the county was home to a number of African-American churches and schools.
Geography
Amite County is located in the southeastern corner of Mississippi, and is part of the Pine Belt region. The county is bordered by Pike County to the north, Walthall County to the east, Marion County to the south, and Wilkinson County to the west. The county is located in the East Central Hills region of Mississippi, and is characterized by rolling hills and forests. The county is home to a number of rivers and streams, including the Amite River, which runs through the county.
The county is home to a number of state parks and wildlife management areas, including the Amite River Wildlife Management Area, the Bogue Chitto State Park, and the Homochitto National Forest. The county is also home to a number of historic sites, including the Liberty Historic District, the Liberty Presbyterian Church, and the Liberty Cemetery.
Economy
Amite County is home to a number of industries, including timber, agriculture, and manufacturing. The county is home to a number of timber companies, including Weyerhaeuser, which operates a sawmill in the county. The county is also home to a number of agricultural operations, including poultry farms, cattle farms, and vegetable farms. The county is also home to a number of manufacturing operations, including furniture factories, textile mills, and paper mills.
The county is also home to a number of retail and service businesses, including restaurants, grocery stores, and gas stations. The county is also home to a number of tourist attractions, including the Amite River Wildlife Management Area, the Bogue Chitto State Park, and the Homochitto National Forest.
Demographics
As of the 2010 U.S. Census, Amite County had a population of 13,131 people. The population was spread out with 49.7% male and 50.3% female. The median age was 38.7 years. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 18.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races.
The median household income in Amite County was $32,917, and the median family income was $41,917. The per capita income was $17,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line. The largest employers in the county were the Amite County School District, Weyerhaeuser, and the Amite County Hospital.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Amite County?
Per Capita income in Amite County is $24,135.
What is the Median Family Income in Amite County?
Median Family Income in Amite County is $43,722.
What is the Median Household income in Amite County?
Median Household Income in Amite County is $34,866.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Amite County?
Income or Wage Gap in Amite County is 60.2%.
Women in Amite County earn 39.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Amite County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Amite County is 0.50.
What is the Total Population of Amite County?
Total Population of Amite County is 12,683.
What is the Total Male Population of Amite County?
Total Male Population of Amite County is 5,948.
What is the Total Female Population of Amite County?
Total Female Population of Amite County is 6,735.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Amite County?
There are 88.31 Males per 100 Females in Amite County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Amite County?
There are 113.23 Females per 100 Males in Amite County.
What is the Median Population Age in Amite County?
Median Population Age in Amite County is 48.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Amite County
Average Family Size in Amite County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Amite County
Average Household Size in Amite County is 2.1 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Amite County?
There are 4,089 People in the Labor Forcein in Amite County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Amite County?
40.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Amite County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Amite County?
Unemployment Rate in Amite County is 7.5%.