Holmes County, MS Map & Demographics
Holmes County Map
Holmes County Overview
$20,132
PER CAPITA INCOME
$41,083
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$28,818
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
7.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,911
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
16,848
TOTAL POPULATION
8,123
MALE POPULATION
8,725
FEMALE POPULATION
93.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
5,883
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Holmes County Area Codes
Income in Holmes County
Income Overview in Holmes County
Per Capita Income in Holmes County is $20,132, while median incomes of families and households are $41,083 and $28,818 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,848 | $20,132 |
| Median Family Income | 3,397 | $41,083 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,397 | $55,260 |
| Median Household Income | 5,798 | $28,818 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,798 | $49,164 |
| Income Deficit | 3,397 | $13,911 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,848 | 7.79% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,848 | 92.21¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,848 | 0.57 |
Earnings by Sex in Holmes County
Average Earnings in Holmes County are $25,855, $26,712 for men and $24,631 for women, a difference of 7.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,711 (44.0%) | $26,712 |
| Female | 3,453 (56.0%) | $24,631 |
| Total | 6,164 (100.0%) | $25,855 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Holmes County
The most common earnings brackets in Holmes County are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (313 | 11.6%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (273 | 7.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 227 (8.4%) | 171 (5.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 83 (3.1%) | 229 (6.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 167 (6.2%) | 193 (5.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 157 (5.8%) | 153 (4.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 84 (3.1%) | 83 (2.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 40 (1.5%) | 126 (3.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 63 (2.3%) | 273 (7.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 110 (4.1%) | 145 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 135 (5.0%) | 183 (5.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 182 (6.7%) | 200 (5.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 313 (11.6%) | 156 (4.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 224 (8.3%) | 229 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 65 (2.4%) | 220 (6.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 62 (2.3%) | 213 (6.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 85 (3.1%) | 269 (7.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 37 (1.4%) | 85 (2.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 121 (4.5%) | 150 (4.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 207 (7.6%) | 74 (2.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 70 (2.6%) | 228 (6.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 279 (10.3%) | 73 (2.1%) |
| Total | 2,711 (100.0%) | 3,453 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Holmes County
Average earnings in Holmes County are $28,382 for men and $31,232 for women, a difference of 9.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $19,268. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,211, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,219.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $19,268 | $19,219 |
| High School Diploma | $29,567 | $22,577 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $26,823 | $33,681 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $28,735 | $36,467 |
| Graduate Degree | $250,001 | $49,211 |
| Total | $28,382 | $31,232 |
Family Income in Holmes County
Family Income Brackets in Holmes County
According to the Holmes County family income data, there are 679 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.0% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 102 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 618 | 18.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 194 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 357 | 10.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 367 | 10.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 679 | 20.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 435 | 12.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 268 | 7.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 272 | 8.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 102 | 3.0% |
| $200,000+ | 105 | 3.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Holmes County
5-person families (206 | 6.1%) account for the highest median family income in Holmes County with $60,192 per family, while 2-person families (1,739 | 51.2%) have the highest median income of $20,170 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,739 (51.2%) | $40,341 |
| 3-Person Families | 920 (27.1%) | $29,618 |
| 4-Person Families | 406 (11.9%) | $57,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 206 (6.1%) | $60,192 |
| 6-Person Families | 52 (1.5%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 74 (2.2%) | $48,261 |
| Total | 3,397 (100.0%) | $41,083 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Holmes County
The median family income in Holmes County is $41,083, with families comprising 3+ earners (265) having the highest median family income of $120,817, while families with no earners (1,109) have the lowest median family income of $13,219, accounting for 7.8% and 32.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,109 (32.7%) | $13,219 |
| 1 Earner | 1,241 (36.5%) | $37,925 |
| 2 Earners | 782 (23.0%) | $64,297 |
| 3+ Earners | 265 (7.8%) | $120,817 |
| Total | 3,397 (100.0%) | $41,083 |
Household Income in Holmes County
Household Income Brackets in Holmes County
With 1,241 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Holmes County, accounting for 21.4% of all households. In contrast, only 116 households (2.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,241 | 21.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 754 | 13.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 603 | 10.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 673 | 11.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 789 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 626 | 10.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 516 | 8.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 307 | 5.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 116 | 2.0% |
| $200,000+ | 174 | 3.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Holmes County
The median household income in Holmes County is $28,818, with the highest median household income of $29,664 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,558 households (26.9%) 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 96 households (1.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 96 (1.7%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,558 (26.9%) | $29,664 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,344 (40.4%) | $29,214 |
| 65+ Years | 1,800 (31.0%) | $26,402 |
| Total | 5,798 (100.0%) | $28,818 |
Poverty in Holmes County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Holmes County
With 35.9% poverty level for males and 34.1% for females among the residents of Holmes County, 15 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 126 males (62.4%) and 248 females (53.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 298 (48.1%) | 248 (53.4%) |
| 5 Years | 69 (61.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 407 (54.5%) | 222 (36.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 163 (45.0%) | 148 (35.1%) |
| 15 Years | 126 (62.4%) | 7 (6.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 79 (47.3%) | 77 (26.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 210 (31.0%) | 175 (26.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 236 (23.3%) | 435 (39.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 191 (19.8%) | 273 (29.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 332 (43.6%) | 310 (30.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 406 (41.7%) | 399 (33.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 112 (16.7%) | 367 (42.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 127 (31.1%) | 181 (29.9%) |
| Total | 2,756 (35.9%) | 2,842 (34.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Holmes County
According to the poverty statistics in Holmes County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 83.3% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 321 (51.9%) | 216 (46.6%) |
| 5 Years | 44 (38.9%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 340 (45.5%) | 389 (63.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 199 (55.0%) | 274 (64.9%) |
| 15 Years | 76 (37.6%) | 98 (93.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 88 (52.7%) | 214 (73.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 468 (69.0%) | 477 (73.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 778 (76.7%) | 681 (61.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 772 (80.2%) | 647 (70.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 429 (56.4%) | 715 (69.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 567 (58.3%) | 792 (66.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 557 (83.3%) | 502 (57.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 281 (68.9%) | 425 (70.1%) |
| Total | 4,920 (64.1%) | 5,484 (65.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Holmes County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Holmes County show that 17.0% or 286 of the total 1,686 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.9%, which includes 2 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,005 (83.9%) | 193 (16.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 327 (81.1%) | 76 (18.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 68 (97.1%) | 2 (2.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,400 (83.0%) | 286 (17.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Holmes County
According to the poverty data in Holmes County, 50.2% or 136 single-father households and 46.5% or 669 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 9 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 59 (44.4%) | 125 (26.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 68 (52.7%) | 370 (49.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 9 (100.0%) | 149 (73.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Total | 136 (50.2%) | 669 (46.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Holmes County
The poverty data for Holmes County shows that 286 of the married-couple family households (17.0%) and 805 of the single-parent households (47.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 193 (16.1%) | 184 (30.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 76 (18.9%) | 438 (50.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (2.9%) | 158 (74.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 15 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Total | 286 (17.0%) | 805 (47.0%) |
Race in Holmes County
The most populous races in Holmes County are Black / African American (13,980 | 83.0%), White / Caucasian (2,549 | 15.1%), and Two or more Races (263 | 1.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 33 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 13,980 | 83.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 78 | 0.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 23 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,549 | 15.1% |
| Two or more Races | 263 | 1.6% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 16,848 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Holmes County
The most populous ancestries reported in Holmes County are American (814 | 4.8%), English (434 | 2.6%), Irish (379 | 2.2%), German (144 | 0.9%), and Italian (118 | 0.7%), together accounting for 11.2% of all Holmes County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 94 | 0.6% |
| American | 814 | 4.8% |
| Arab | 10 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 11 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Cajun | 19 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 19 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 10 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 6 | 0.0% |
| English | 434 | 2.6% |
| French | 61 | 0.4% |
| German | 144 | 0.9% |
| Irish | 379 | 2.2% |
| Italian | 118 | 0.7% |
| Korean | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 29 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 60 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 23 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 39 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 101 | 0.6% |
| Thai | 40 | 0.2% | View All 25 Rows |
Immigrants in Holmes County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Holmes County came from Asia (40 | 0.2%), India (30 | 0.2%), South Central Asia (30 | 0.2%), Central America (10 | 0.1%), and Honduras (10 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Holmes County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 40 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 10 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 10 | 0.1% |
| India | 30 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 10 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 7 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 3 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 30 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 7 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 7 | 0.0% | View All 13 Rows |
Sex and Age in Holmes County
Sex and Age in Holmes County
The most populous age groups in Holmes County are 15 to 19 Years (732 | 9.0%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (740 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 632 (7.8%) | 464 (5.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 698 (8.6%) | 471 (5.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 524 (6.5%) | 650 (7.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 732 (9.0%) | 740 (8.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 619 (7.6%) | 571 (6.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 515 (6.3%) | 612 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 535 (6.6%) | 504 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 410 (5.1%) | 577 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 556 (6.8%) | 371 (4.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 352 (4.3%) | 467 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 431 (5.3%) | 562 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 476 (5.9%) | 688 (7.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 525 (6.5%) | 509 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 376 (4.6%) | 481 (5.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 321 (4.0%) | 394 (4.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 222 (2.7%) | 250 (2.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 82 (1.0%) | 256 (2.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 117 (1.4%) | 158 (1.8%) |
| Total | 8,123 (100.0%) | 8,725 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Holmes County
Median Family Size in Holmes County
The median family size in Holmes County is 3.86 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,440 | 42.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.33 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (271 | 8.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.11 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,686 (49.6%) | 3.58 |
| Single Male/Father | 271 (8.0%) | 3.11 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,440 (42.4%) | 4.33 |
| Total Families | 3,397 (100.0%) | 3.86 |
Median Household Size in Holmes County
The median household size in Holmes County is 2.77 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,440 | 24.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.42 persons per household. non-family households (2,401 | 41.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,686 (29.1%) | 3.61 |
| Single Male/Father | 271 (4.7%) | 3.48 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,440 (24.8%) | 4.42 |
| Non-family | 2,401 (41.4%) | 1.11 |
| Total Households | 5,798 (100.0%) | 2.77 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Holmes County
Out of a total of 5,798 households in Holmes County, 3,397 (58.6%) are family households, while 2,401 (41.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,606, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,198.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,198 (37.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,606 (27.7%) | 203 (3.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 951 (16.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 491 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 216 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 52 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 81 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,397 (58.6%) | 2,401 (41.4%) |
Female Fertility in Holmes County
Fertility by Age in Holmes County
Average fertility rate in Holmes County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 111.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.8% 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 | 187 (85.8%) | 111.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 31 (14.2%) | 20.0 |
| Total | 218 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Holmes County
16.5% of women with births (218) in Holmes County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 97.3% 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 | 5 (2.7%) | 182 (97.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 36 (16.5%) | 182 (83.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Holmes County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 10 (4.6%) | 15.0 |
| High School Diploma | 60 (27.5%) | 63.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 141 (64.7%) | 78.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 7 (3.2%) | 50.0 |
| Total | 218 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Holmes County
83.5% of women with births in Holmes 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 graduate degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 21 (35.0%) | 39 (65.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 5 (3.5%) | 136 (96.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Total | 36 (16.5%) | 182 (83.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Holmes County
Employment by Class of Employer in Holmes County
Among the 5,279 employed individuals in Holmes County, private company employees (3,563 | 67.5%), state government employees (621 | 11.8%), and local government employees (309 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,563 | 67.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 84 | 1.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 204 | 3.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 256 | 4.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 309 | 5.9% |
| State Government Employees | 621 | 11.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 242 | 4.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,279 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Holmes County
According to the labor force statistics for Holmes County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,102), 44.9% or 5,883 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.8% or 518 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 76.9% or 867 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.9% or 27 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 181 (15.5%) | 27 (14.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 715 (60.1%) | 74 (10.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 867 (76.9%) | 92 (10.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 642 (61.8%) | 38 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,173 (61.3%) | 108 (9.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,013 (55.9%) | 71 (7.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 636 (54.6%) | 63 (9.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 330 (31.9%) | 26 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 266 (16.9%) | 20 (7.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,883 (44.9%) | 518 (8.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Holmes County
According to labor force statistics for Holmes County, 57.6% of individuals (4,660) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,090) are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 396 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 69.0% or 1,929 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.5% or 61 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 422 (37.6%) | 163 (14.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,503 (50.9%) | 295 (10.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,929 (69.0%) | 271 (9.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 806 (66.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,660 (57.6%) | 688 (8.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Holmes County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Holmes County are Community & Social Service (374 | 7.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (330 | 6.1%), Management (294 | 5.5%), Education Instruction & Library (246 | 4.6%), and Health Technologists (199 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Holmes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (80.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (67.3%), and Management (60.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (86.5%), Education Instruction & Library (86.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 179 (60.9%) | 115 (39.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 68 (35.8%) | 122 (64.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 35 (47.9%) | 38 (52.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 (80.0%) | 5 (20.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 9 (47.4%) | 10 (52.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 6 (20.7%) | 23 (79.3%) |
| Community & Social Service | 91 (24.3%) | 283 (75.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 19 (45.2%) | 23 (54.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 5 (13.5%) | 32 (86.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 34 (13.8%) | 212 (86.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 33 (67.3%) | 16 (32.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 63 (19.1%) | 267 (80.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 63 (31.7%) | 136 (68.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 436 (34.6%) | 825 (65.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,455 (45.7%) | 2,914 (54.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Holmes County are Food Preparation & Serving (444 | 8.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (187 | 3.5%), Healthcare Support (166 | 3.1%), Personal Care & Service (166 | 3.1%), and Security & Protection (122 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Holmes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (81.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (48.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.6%), Law Enforcement (74.2%), and Personal Care & Service (74.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 9 (5.4%) | 157 (94.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 99 (81.1%) | 23 (18.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 91 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 8 (25.8%) | 23 (74.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 126 (28.4%) | 318 (71.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 91 (48.7%) | 96 (51.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 43 (25.9%) | 123 (74.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 368 (33.9%) | 717 (66.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,455 (45.7%) | 2,914 (54.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Holmes County are Office & Administration (478 | 8.9%), and Sales & Related (342 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 102 (29.8%) | 240 (70.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 30 (6.3%) | 448 (93.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 132 (16.1%) | 688 (83.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,455 (45.7%) | 2,914 (54.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Holmes County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (468 | 8.7%), Construction & Extraction (215 | 4.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (19 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 195 (90.7%) | 20 (9.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 367 (78.4%) | 101 (21.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 581 (82.8%) | 121 (17.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,455 (45.7%) | 2,914 (54.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Holmes County are Production (823 | 15.3%), Material Moving (362 | 6.7%), and Transportation (316 | 5.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 452 (54.9%) | 371 (45.1%) |
| Transportation | 237 (75.0%) | 79 (25.0%) |
| Material Moving | 249 (68.8%) | 113 (31.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 938 (62.5%) | 563 (37.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,455 (45.7%) | 2,914 (54.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Holmes County
Employment Industries in Holmes County
The major employment industries in Holmes County include Manufacturing (1,146 | 21.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (879 | 16.4%), Retail Trade (758 | 14.1%), Educational Services (561 | 10.4%), and Construction (372 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Holmes County
The Holmes County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (94.6%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (64.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Construction | 352 (94.6%) | 20 (5.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 701 (61.2%) | 445 (38.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 46 (42.6%) | 62 (57.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 266 (35.1%) | 492 (64.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 217 (60.8%) | 140 (39.2%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 24 (39.3%) | 37 (60.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 8 (38.1%) | 13 (61.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 25 (27.2%) | 67 (72.8%) |
| Educational Services | 157 (28.0%) | 404 (72.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 137 (15.6%) | 742 (84.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 38 (64.4%) | 21 (35.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 119 (56.4%) | 92 (43.6%) |
| Public Administration | 205 (59.3%) | 141 (40.7%) |
| Total | 2,455 (45.7%) | 2,914 (54.3%) |
Education in Holmes County
School Enrollment in Holmes County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,863 students in Holmes County are college / undergraduate (1,241 | 25.5%), middle school (1,056 | 21.7%), and high school (969 | 19.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 427 | 8.8% |
| Kindergarten | 179 | 3.7% |
| Elementary School | 827 | 17.0% |
| Middle School | 1,056 | 21.7% |
| High School | 969 | 19.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,241 | 25.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 164 | 3.4% |
| Total | 4,863 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Holmes County
Out of a total of 4,863 students who are enrolled in schools in Holmes County, 584 (12.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,279 (88.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 62 (35.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 411 (97.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 411 (97.6%) | 10 (2.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 911 (92.0%) | 79 (8.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 982 (86.2%) | 157 (13.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 623 (84.2%) | 117 (15.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 567 (87.4%) | 82 (12.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 479 (94.7%) | 27 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 115 (65.0%) | 62 (35.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 192 (79.7%) | 49 (20.3%) |
| Total | 4,279 (88.0%) | 584 (12.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Holmes County
Education (347 | 20.9%), business (301 | 18.1%), science & technology (280 | 16.9%), arts & humanities (209 | 12.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (129 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,660 individuals in Holmes County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 11 | 0.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 129 | 7.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 40 | 2.4% |
| Psychology | 63 | 3.8% |
| Social Sciences | 94 | 5.7% |
| Engineering | 36 | 2.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 27 | 1.6% |
| Science & Technology | 280 | 16.9% |
| Business | 301 | 18.1% |
| Education | 347 | 20.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 14 | 0.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 23 | 1.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 73 | 4.4% |
| Communications | 13 | 0.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 209 | 12.6% |
| Total | 1,660 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Holmes County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Holmes County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Holmes County are males with 2 vehicles (892, accounting for 37.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,055, making up 31.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 173 (7.3%) | 139 (5.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 354 (14.8%) | 617 (22.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 892 (37.4%) | 1,055 (37.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 376 (15.8%) | 434 (15.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 278 (11.7%) | 466 (16.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 311 (13.1%) | 87 (3.1%) |
| Total | 2,384 (100.0%) | 2,798 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Holmes County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Holmes County are 45 to 59 minutes (848 commuters, 16.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (676 commuters, 13.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (619 commuters, 12.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 264 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 384 | 7.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 619 | 12.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 221 | 4.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 416 | 8.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 227 | 4.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 676 | 13.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 207 | 4.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 362 | 7.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 848 | 16.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 532 | 10.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 359 | 7.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Holmes County
The most common commute times in Holmes County are 45 to 59 minutes (496 commuters, 21.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (359 commuters, 13.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 128 (5.4%) | 136 (4.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 123 (5.2%) | 261 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 260 (11.0%) | 359 (13.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 62 (2.6%) | 159 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 152 (6.4%) | 264 (9.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 90 (3.8%) | 137 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 397 (16.8%) | 279 (10.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 55 (2.3%) | 152 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 208 (8.8%) | 154 (5.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 496 (21.0%) | 352 (12.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 201 (8.5%) | 331 (12.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 188 (8.0%) | 171 (6.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Holmes County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Holmes County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (580, 24.6%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (394, 14.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 142 (6.0%) | 240 (8.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 100 (4.2%) | 110 (4.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 52 (2.2%) | 131 (4.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 378 (16.0%) | 216 (7.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 580 (24.6%) | 394 (14.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 184 (7.8%) | 359 (13.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 62 (2.6%) | 287 (10.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 228 (9.7%) | 75 (2.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 34 (1.4%) | 86 (3.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 29 (1.2%) | 187 (6.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 48 (2.0%) | 46 (1.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 23 (1.0%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 246 (10.4%) | 262 (9.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 254 (10.8%) | 355 (12.9%) |
| Total | 2,360 (100.0%) | 2,755 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Holmes County
Occupancy by Ownership in Holmes County
Of the total 5,798 dwellings in Holmes County, owner-occupied units account for 3,621 (62.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,177 (37.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,621 | 62.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,177 | 37.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,798 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Holmes County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,198 | 37.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,809 | 31.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 951 | 16.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 840 | 14.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,798 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Holmes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,146 (52.1%) | 1,052 (47.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,409 (77.9%) | 400 (22.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 515 (54.1%) | 436 (45.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 551 (65.6%) | 289 (34.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,621 (62.5%) | 2,177 (37.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Holmes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 596 (55.4%) | 479 (44.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,215 (61.5%) | 760 (38.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,174 (62.2%) | 715 (37.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 636 (74.0%) | 223 (26.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 808 | 13.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 846 | 14.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,056 | 18.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,288 | 22.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,003 | 17.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 554 | 9.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 243 | 4.2% |
| Total | 5,798 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Holmes County
Median Income by Occupancy in Holmes County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,621 (62.5%) | $36,325 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,177 (37.6%) | $16,360 |
| Average | 5,798 (100.0%) | $28,818 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Holmes County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 211 (5.8%) | 382 (17.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 349 (9.6%) | 297 (13.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 360 (9.9%) | 391 (18.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 190 (5.2%) | 84 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 218 (6.0%) | 109 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 456 (12.6%) | 217 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 501 (13.8%) | 290 (13.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 489 (13.5%) | 136 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 390 (10.8%) | 127 (5.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 213 (5.9%) | 95 (4.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 244 (6.7%) | 49 (2.2%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,177 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Holmes County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 589 (16.3%) | 254 (11.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 972 (26.8%) | 329 (15.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,039 (28.7%) | 710 (32.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 510 (14.1%) | 180 (8.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 364 (10.1%) | 135 (6.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 95 (2.6%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 47 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 5 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,177 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Holmes County
Housing Structures in Holmes County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,425 | 59.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 14 | 0.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 8 | 0.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 270 | 4.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 426 | 7.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 146 | 2.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,509 | 26.0% |
| Total | 5,798 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Holmes County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,423 (70.7%) | 1,002 (29.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 2 (25.0%) | 6 (75.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 270 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 426 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 146 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,182 (78.3%) | 327 (21.7%) |
| Total | 3,621 (62.5%) | 2,177 (37.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Holmes County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 8 (0.2%) | 20 (0.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 86 (2.4%) | 238 (10.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,021 (28.2%) | 1,198 (55.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,730 (47.8%) | 539 (24.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 776 (21.4%) | 182 (8.4%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,177 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Holmes County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,036 (28.6%) | 559 (25.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 754 (20.8%) | 222 (10.2%) |
| Electricity | 1,710 (47.2%) | 1,334 (61.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 49 (1.3%) | 22 (1.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 72 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (1.8%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,177 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Holmes County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 281 (7.8%) | 594 (27.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,242 (34.3%) | 998 (45.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,082 (29.9%) | 485 (22.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,016 (28.1%) | 100 (4.6%) |
| Total | 3,621 (100.0%) | 2,177 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Holmes County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Holmes County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,530 | 1,091 |
| Median Property Value | $65,600 | $90,800 |
| Median Household Income | $38,295 | $131 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $425 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $606 | $503 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Holmes County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 957 (37.8%) | 250 (22.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 799 (31.6%) | 382 (35.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 645 (25.5%) | 413 (37.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 100 (4.0%) | 35 (3.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 27 (1.1%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 1 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 1 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,530 (100.0%) | 1,091 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Holmes County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 484 (19.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 526 (20.8%) | 76 (7.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 209 (8.3%) | 242 (22.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 354 (14.0%) | 247 (22.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 342 (13.5%) | 147 (13.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 336 (13.3%) | 147 (13.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 166 (6.6%) | 54 (5.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 113 (4.5%) | 47 (4.3%) |
| Total | 2,530 (100.0%) | 1,091 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Holmes County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,269 (50.2%) | 34,025 (3,118.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 383 (15.1%) | 537 (49.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 202 (8.0%) | 142 (13.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 613 (24.2%) | 130 (11.9%) |
| Total | 2,530 (100.0%) | 1,091 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Holmes County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 787 (31.1%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 262 (10.4%) | 237 (21.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 203 (8.0%) | 156 (14.3%) |
| Total | 2,530 (100.0%) | 1,091 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Holmes County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,238 (98.0%) | 25 (2.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,259 (96.7%) | 112 (3.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,232 (77.1%) | 366 (22.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,609 (81.1%) | 375 (18.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,498 (79.5%) | 385 (20.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,358 (76.0%) | 428 (24.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,878 (86.8%) | 286 (13.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,501 (97.6%) | 37 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,014 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 14,587 (87.9%) | 2,014 (12.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Holmes County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,238 (98.0%) | 25 (2.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,259 (96.7%) | 112 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,232 (77.1%) | 366 (22.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Holmes County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,644 (83.2%) | 935 (16.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,911 (90.4%) | 417 (9.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,843 (85.5%) | 312 (14.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,399 (96.7%) | 48 (3.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,349 (92.5%) | 191 (7.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 972 (77.0%) | 280 (22.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,291 (68.0%) | 1,257 (37.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 347 (21.7%) | 899 (56.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 653 (32.9%) | 1,025 (51.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 530 (28.1%) | 1,044 (55.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 495 (27.7%) | 1,014 (56.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 866 (40.0%) | 1,146 (53.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,496 (97.3%) | 638 (41.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,003 (98.9%) | 448 (44.2%) |
| Total | 8,653 (52.1%) | 7,751 (46.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 272 (17.1%) | 371 (24.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 644 (32.5%) | 576 (28.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,044 (38.7%) | 1,084 (34.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 289 (43.2%) | 421 (48.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 251 (61.5%) | 385 (63.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Holmes County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 33 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 54 (2.7%) | 36 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 68 (2.5%) | 32 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 77 (11.5%) | 78 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 138 (33.8%) | 62 (10.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 150 (9.4%) | 297 (19.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 421 (21.2%) | 477 (23.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 438 (16.2%) | 643 (20.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 91 (13.6%) | 308 (35.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 158 (38.7%) | 161 (26.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 105 (6.6%) | 50 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 136 (6.9%) | 29 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 308 (11.4%) | 262 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 85 (12.7%) | 29 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (11.8%) | 165 (27.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 81 (5.1%) | 23 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (1.0%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 554 (20.5%) | 568 (18.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 117 (17.5%) | 287 (33.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 106 (26.0%) | 289 (47.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (1.0%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 172 (6.4%) | 189 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (3.7%) | 55 (6.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 61 (14.9%) | 126 (20.8%) |
Technology Access in Holmes County
Computing Device Access in Holmes County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,825 | 48.7% |
| Smartphone | 4,326 | 74.6% |
| Tablet | 2,405 | 41.5% |
| No Computing Device | 1,091 | 18.8% |
| Total | 5,798 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Holmes County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 2 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,055 | 35.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,044 | 18.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 895 | 15.4% |
| No Internet | 2,146 | 37.0% |
| Total | 5,798 | 100.0% |
Holmes County Summary
Holmes County, Mississippi is located in the central part of the state and is bordered by Yazoo County to the north, Humphreys County to the east, Leflore County to the south, and Carroll County to the west. The county seat is Lexington, and the county has a total area of 576 square miles.
History
Holmes County was established in 1833 and named after David Holmes, the first governor of Mississippi. The county was originally part of the Choctaw Nation, and the area was heavily populated by Native Americans until the 1830s. The first settlers in the area were mostly from the southern states, and the county was largely agricultural.
During the Civil War, Holmes County was a major site of conflict. The Battle of Lexington was fought in the county in 1862, and the Battle of Davis Bridge was fought in 1863. After the war, the county experienced a period of economic growth, with the development of the railroad and the timber industry.
Geography
Holmes County is located in the central part of Mississippi and is bordered by Yazoo County to the north, Humphreys County to the east, Leflore County to the south, and Carroll County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, and the terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The county is drained by the Yazoo River and its tributaries, and the soil is mostly sandy loam.
The climate of Holmes County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.
Economy
The economy of Holmes County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to a number of large farms, and the main crops grown in the area are cotton, soybeans, corn, and wheat. The county also has a thriving timber industry, and there are several sawmills in the area.
In addition to agriculture, Holmes County has a growing manufacturing sector. The county is home to several factories that produce furniture, textiles, and other products. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with several attractions, including the Davis Bridge Battlefield and the Lexington Historic District.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Holmes County had a population of 19,198. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% African American, 29.7% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.4% from other races. The median household income was $25,945, and the median family income was $31,945.
Holmes County is home to a number of churches, including Baptist, Methodist, and Pentecostal. The county also has a number of schools, including public schools, private schools, and a community college. The county is served by the Holmes County Times, a weekly newspaper.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Holmes County?
Per Capita income in Holmes County is $20,132.
What is the Median Family Income in Holmes County?
Median Family Income in Holmes County is $41,083.
What is the Median Household income in Holmes County?
Median Household Income in Holmes County is $28,818.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Holmes County?
Income or Wage Gap in Holmes County is 7.8%.
Women in Holmes County earn 92.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Holmes County?
Family Income Deficit in Holmes County is $13,911.
Families that are below poverty line in Holmes County earn $13,911 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Holmes County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Holmes County is 0.57.
What is the Total Population of Holmes County?
Total Population of Holmes County is 16,848.
What is the Total Male Population of Holmes County?
Total Male Population of Holmes County is 8,123.
What is the Total Female Population of Holmes County?
Total Female Population of Holmes County is 8,725.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Holmes County?
There are 93.10 Males per 100 Females in Holmes County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Holmes County?
There are 107.41 Females per 100 Males in Holmes County.
What is the Median Population Age in Holmes County?
Median Population Age in Holmes County is 35.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Holmes County
Average Family Size in Holmes County is 3.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Holmes County
Average Household Size in Holmes County is 2.8 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Holmes County?
There are 5,883 People in the Labor Forcein in Holmes County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Holmes County?
44.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Holmes County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Holmes County?
Unemployment Rate in Holmes County is 8.8%.