Gates County, NC
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Gates County Overview
10,509
TOTAL POPULATION
5,212
MALE POPULATION
5,297
FEMALE POPULATION
98.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,091
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,503
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,028
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Gates County Area Codes
Race in Gates County
The most populous races in Gates County are White / Caucasian (6,637 | 63.2%), Black / African American (3,310 | 31.5%), and Two or more Races (372 | 3.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 3,310 | 31.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 337 | 3.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 64 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,637 | 63.2% |
| Two or more Races | 372 | 3.5% |
| Some other Race | 120 | 1.1% |
| Total | 10,509 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Gates County
The most populous ancestries reported in Gates County are American (1,585 | 15.1%), English (1,567 | 14.9%), Irish (554 | 5.3%), German (526 | 5.0%), and Mexican (276 | 2.6%), together accounting for 42.9% of all Gates County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,585 | 15.1% |
| Bhutanese | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 106 | 1.0% |
| Czech | 13 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern European | 46 | 0.4% |
| English | 1,567 | 14.9% |
| European | 130 | 1.2% |
| French | 30 | 0.3% |
| French Canadian | 54 | 0.5% |
| German | 526 | 5.0% |
| Haitian | 84 | 0.8% |
| Hungarian | 60 | 0.6% |
| Indian (Asian) | 6 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 554 | 5.3% |
| Italian | 137 | 1.3% |
| Jamaican | 11 | 0.1% |
| Lumbee | 15 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 276 | 2.6% |
| Norwegian | 90 | 0.9% |
| Polish | 23 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 61 | 0.6% |
| Russian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 5 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 147 | 1.4% |
| Swedish | 40 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 47 | 0.4% | View All 27 Rows |
Immigrants in Gates County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Gates County came from Latin America (169 | 1.6%), Central America (158 | 1.5%), Mexico (158 | 1.5%), Caribbean (11 | 0.1%), and Jamaica (11 | 0.1%), together accounting for 4.8% of all Gates County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Caribbean | 11 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 158 | 1.5% |
| Europe | 9 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 9 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 11 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 169 | 1.6% |
| Mexico | 158 | 1.5% |
| Western Europe | 9 | 0.1% | View All 8 Rows |
Sex and Age in Gates County
Sex and Age in Gates County
The most populous age groups in Gates County are 60 to 64 Years (567 | 10.9%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (520 | 9.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 179 (3.4%) | 168 (3.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 273 (5.2%) | 377 (7.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 453 (8.7%) | 262 (5.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 296 (5.7%) | 301 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 344 (6.6%) | 99 (1.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 199 (3.8%) | 289 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 272 (5.2%) | 322 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 212 (4.1%) | 320 (6.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 240 (4.6%) | 314 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 420 (8.1%) | 363 (6.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 389 (7.5%) | 355 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 358 (6.9%) | 398 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 567 (10.9%) | 510 (9.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 388 (7.4%) | 520 (9.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 224 (4.3%) | 214 (4.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 201 (3.9%) | 246 (4.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 91 (1.8%) | 64 (1.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 106 (2.0%) | 175 (3.3%) |
| Total | 5,212 (100.0%) | 5,297 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Gates County
Median Family Size in Gates County
The median family size in Gates County is 3.10 persons per family, with single male/father families (129 | 4.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.96 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,080 | 77.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.05 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,080 (77.5%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 129 (4.8%) | 3.96 |
| Single Female/Mother | 474 (17.7%) | 3.05 |
| Total Families | 2,683 (100.0%) | 3.10 |
Median Household Size in Gates County
The median household size in Gates County is 2.52 persons per household, with single male/father households (129 | 3.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.29 persons per household. non-family households (1,461 | 35.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,080 (50.2%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 129 (3.1%) | 4.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 474 (11.4%) | 3.22 |
| Non-family | 1,461 (35.3%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 4,144 (100.0%) | 2.52 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Gates County
Out of a total of 4,144 households in Gates County, 2,683 (64.7%) are family households, while 1,461 (35.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,490, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,267.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,267 (30.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,490 (36.0%) | 186 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 702 (16.9%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 277 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 96 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 81 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 37 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,683 (64.7%) | 1,461 (35.3%) |
Female Fertility in Gates County
Fertility by Age in Gates County
Average fertility rate in Gates County is 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 3 (6.1%) | 10.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (65.3%) | 45.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 14 (28.6%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 23.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Gates County
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Gates County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (32.7%) | 62.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (36.7%) | 17.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9 (18.4%) | 138.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (12.2%) | 43.0 |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 23.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Gates County
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Gates County
Income Overview in Gates County
Per Capita Income in Gates County is $28,091, while median incomes of families and households are $69,503 and $55,750 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 10,509 | $28,091 |
| Median Family Income | 2,683 | $69,503 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,683 | $77,228 |
| Median Household Income | 4,144 | $55,750 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,144 | $67,399 |
| Income Deficit | 2,683 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 10,509 | 27.59% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 10,509 | 72.41¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 10,509 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Gates County
Average Earnings in Gates County are $37,599, $45,701 for men and $33,094 for women, a difference of 27.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,441 (48.6%) | $45,701 |
| Female | 2,582 (51.4%) | $33,094 |
| Total | 5,023 (100.0%) | $37,599 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Gates County
The most common earnings brackets in Gates County are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (356 | 14.6%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (317 | 12.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 71 (2.9%) | 96 (3.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 26 (1.1%) | 24 (0.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 128 (5.2%) | 192 (7.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 61 (2.5%) | 147 (5.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 62 (2.5%) | 102 (4.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 11 (0.4%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 126 (4.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 75 (3.1%) | 40 (1.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 24 (1.0%) | 80 (3.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 33 (1.3%) | 190 (7.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 275 (11.3%) | 125 (4.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 123 (5.0%) | 255 (9.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 182 (7.5%) | 214 (8.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 101 (4.1%) | 171 (6.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 192 (7.9%) | 317 (12.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 104 (4.3%) | 67 (2.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 297 (12.2%) | 142 (5.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 356 (14.6%) | 119 (4.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 172 (7.0%) | 73 (2.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 148 (6.1%) | 95 (3.7%) |
| Total | 2,441 (100.0%) | 2,582 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Gates County
Average earnings in Gates County are $46,835 for men and $33,330 for women, a difference of 28.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,542, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,765. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $37,000, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,329.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $46,765 | $33,441 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,355 | $32,329 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,542 | $37,000 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $46,835 | $33,330 |
Family Income in Gates County
Family Income Brackets in Gates County
According to the Gates County family income data, there are 588 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 48 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 140 | 5.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 105 | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 172 | 6.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 164 | 6.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 368 | 13.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 588 | 21.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 419 | 15.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 558 | 20.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 123 | 4.6% |
| $200,000+ | 48 | 1.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Gates County
5-person families (114 | 4.3%) account for the highest median family income in Gates County with $96,167 per family, while 2-person families (1,653 | 61.6%) have the highest median income of $27,168 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,653 (61.6%) | $54,336 |
| 3-Person Families | 597 (22.3%) | $76,146 |
| 4-Person Families | 224 (8.4%) | $84,762 |
| 5-Person Families | 114 (4.3%) | $96,167 |
| 6-Person Families | 81 (3.0%) | $81,544 |
| 7+ Person Families | 14 (0.5%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,683 (100.0%) | $69,503 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Gates County
The median family income in Gates County is $69,503, with families comprising 3+ earners (188) having the highest median family income of $132,708, while families with no earners (460) have the lowest median family income of $30,259, accounting for 7.0% and 17.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 460 (17.1%) | $30,259 |
| 1 Earner | 1,044 (38.9%) | $48,667 |
| 2 Earners | 991 (36.9%) | $83,449 |
| 3+ Earners | 188 (7.0%) | $132,708 |
| Total | 2,683 (100.0%) | $69,503 |
Household Income in Gates County
Household Income Brackets in Gates County
With 978 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Gates County, accounting for 23.6% of all households. In contrast, only 66 households (1.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 220 | 5.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 253 | 6.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 311 | 7.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 431 | 10.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 568 | 13.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 978 | 23.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 568 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 613 | 14.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 137 | 3.3% |
| $200,000+ | 66 | 1.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Gates County
The median household income in Gates County is $55,750, with the highest median household income of $77,024 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 946 households (22.8%) 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 74 households (1.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 74 (1.8%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 946 (22.8%) | $77,024 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,682 (40.6%) | $54,651 |
| 65+ Years | 1,442 (34.8%) | $36,000 |
| Total | 4,144 (100.0%) | $55,750 |
Poverty in Gates County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Gates County
With 13.0% poverty level for males and 15.5% for females among the residents of Gates County, 16 and 17 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 43 males (70.5%) and 214 females (29.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9 (8.8%) | 44 (26.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 92 (39.7%) | 98 (23.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 67 (18.5%) | 28 (20.1%) |
| 15 Years | 10 (11.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 43 (70.5%) | 22 (25.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 169 (34.2%) | 8 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 53 (11.3%) | 122 (20.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 38 (8.4%) | 48 (7.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 27 (3.4%) | 87 (12.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 20 (2.2%) | 47 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78 (13.1%) | 214 (29.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 59 (15.2%) | 99 (21.3%) |
| Total | 665 (13.0%) | 817 (15.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Gates County
According to the poverty statistics in Gates County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 93 (91.2%) | 124 (73.8%) |
| 5 Years | 132 (100.0%) | 69 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 140 (60.3%) | 322 (76.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 295 (81.5%) | 111 (79.9%) |
| 15 Years | 75 (88.2%) | 117 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 18 (29.5%) | 64 (74.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 325 (65.8%) | 189 (95.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 418 (88.7%) | 489 (80.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 414 (91.6%) | 586 (92.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 778 (96.7%) | 627 (87.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 901 (97.8%) | 854 (94.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 517 (86.9%) | 520 (70.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 329 (84.8%) | 366 (78.7%) |
| Total | 4,435 (87.0%) | 4,438 (84.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Gates County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Gates County show that 3.6% or 74 of the total 2,080 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.7%, which includes 11 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,500 (96.7%) | 51 (3.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 403 (97.3%) | 11 (2.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 103 (94.5%) | 6 (5.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Total | 2,006 (96.4%) | 74 (3.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Gates County
According to the poverty data in Gates County, 9.3% or 12 single-father households and 43.0% or 204 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (13.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 12 (13.6%) | 63 (34.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 133 (49.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 12 (9.3%) | 204 (43.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Gates County
The poverty data for Gates County shows that 74 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 216 of the single-parent households (35.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 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 8 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 51 (3.3%) | 75 (27.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 11 (2.7%) | 133 (42.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 6 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 6 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 74 (3.6%) | 216 (35.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Gates County
Employment by Class of Employer in Gates County
Among the 4,479 employed individuals in Gates County, private company employees (3,054 | 68.2%), local government employees (392 | 8.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (333 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,054 | 68.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 132 | 2.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 333 | 7.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 221 | 4.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 392 | 8.7% |
| State Government Employees | 205 | 4.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 134 | 3.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 8 | 0.2% |
| Total | 4,479 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Gates County
According to the labor force statistics for Gates County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,595), 58.5% or 5,028 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.3% or 468 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 87.7% or 952 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.2% or 103 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 188 (47.6%) | 42 (22.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 308 (69.5%) | 54 (17.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 408 (83.6%) | 103 (25.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 426 (71.7%) | 46 (10.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 952 (87.7%) | 153 (16.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,225 (80.2%) | 27 (2.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 502 (66.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 637 (59.1%) | 21 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 323 (24.0%) | 20 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,028 (58.5%) | 468 (9.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Gates County
According to labor force statistics for Gates County, 75.1% of individuals (4,152) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,528) are in the labor force, with 8.4% or 349 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 87.3% or 425 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.6% or 27 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 163 (48.7%) | 56 (16.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,863 (76.9%) | 97 (4.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,699 (74.4%) | 320 (14.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 425 (87.3%) | 12 (2.4%) |
| Total | 4,152 (75.1%) | 464 (8.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Gates County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gates County are Management (348 | 7.6%), Community & Social Service (310 | 6.8%), Education Instruction & Library (264 | 5.8%), Business & Financial (149 | 3.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (134 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Gates County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (97.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (81.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (93.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 120 (34.5%) | 228 (65.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 48 (32.2%) | 101 (67.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 83 (81.4%) | 19 (18.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 42 (75.0%) | 14 (25.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 36 (97.3%) | 1 (2.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 5 (55.6%) | 4 (44.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 19 (6.1%) | 291 (93.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 19 (7.2%) | 245 (92.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 17 (12.7%) | 117 (87.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 17 (23.9%) | 54 (76.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 287 (27.5%) | 756 (72.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,204 (48.3%) | 2,356 (51.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Gates County are Cleaning & Maintenance (303 | 6.6%), Healthcare Support (185 | 4.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (178 | 3.9%), Security & Protection (148 | 3.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (91 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Gates County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.0%), Security & Protection (48.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (95.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (75.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 8 (4.3%) | 177 (95.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 71 (48.0%) | 77 (52.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 22 (24.2%) | 69 (75.8%) |
| Law Enforcement | 49 (86.0%) | 8 (14.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 44 (24.7%) | 134 (75.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 111 (36.6%) | 192 (63.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 234 (26.9%) | 635 (73.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,204 (48.3%) | 2,356 (51.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Gates County are Office & Administration (606 | 13.3%), and Sales & Related (512 | 11.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 233 (45.5%) | 279 (54.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 75 (12.4%) | 531 (87.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 308 (27.6%) | 810 (72.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,204 (48.3%) | 2,356 (51.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Gates County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (403 | 8.8%), Construction & Extraction (353 | 7.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (73 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 65 (89.0%) | 8 (11.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 353 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 403 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 821 (99.0%) | 8 (1.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,204 (48.3%) | 2,356 (51.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Gates County are Production (354 | 7.8%), Transportation (221 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (126 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 294 (83.1%) | 60 (17.0%) |
| Transportation | 140 (63.3%) | 81 (36.6%) |
| Material Moving | 120 (95.2%) | 6 (4.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 554 (79.0%) | 147 (21.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,204 (48.3%) | 2,356 (51.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Gates County
Employment Industries in Gates County
The major employment industries in Gates County include Manufacturing (742 | 16.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (527 | 11.6%), Retail Trade (526 | 11.5%), Construction (451 | 9.9%), and Administrative & Support (353 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Gates County
The Gates County industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (98.3%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (88.6%), and Utilities (87.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (98.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (97.2%), and Professional & Scientific (87.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 101 (88.6%) | 13 (11.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 332 (73.6%) | 119 (26.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 516 (69.5%) | 226 (30.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 104 (44.4%) | 130 (55.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 256 (48.7%) | 270 (51.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 144 (69.9%) | 62 (30.1%) |
| Utilities | 84 (87.5%) | 12 (12.5%) |
| Information | 39 (41.9%) | 54 (58.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1 (1.4%) | 71 (98.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 118 (98.3%) | 2 (1.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 14 (12.1%) | 102 (87.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 104 (29.5%) | 249 (70.5%) |
| Educational Services | 57 (20.4%) | 222 (79.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 15 (2.9%) | 512 (97.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 38 (31.4%) | 83 (68.6%) |
| Public Administration | 186 (57.4%) | 138 (42.6%) |
| Total | 2,204 (48.3%) | 2,356 (51.7%) |
Education in Gates County
School Enrollment in Gates County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,061 students in Gates County are middle school (611 | 29.6%), high school (473 | 23.0%), and elementary school (453 | 22.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 172 | 8.4% |
| Kindergarten | 52 | 2.5% |
| Elementary School | 453 | 22.0% |
| Middle School | 611 | 29.6% |
| High School | 473 | 23.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 243 | 11.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 57 | 2.8% |
| Total | 2,061 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Gates County
Out of a total of 2,061 students who are enrolled in schools in Gates County, 173 (8.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,888 (91.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 28 (56.0% 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 86 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 22 (44.0%) | 28 (56.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 591 (98.5%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 600 (91.5%) | 56 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 314 (90.0%) | 35 (10.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 86 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 56 (68.3%) | 26 (31.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 109 (92.4%) | 9 (7.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 110 (91.7%) | 10 (8.3%) |
| Total | 1,888 (91.6%) | 173 (8.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Gates County
Education (189 | 24.5%), arts & humanities (146 | 18.9%), business (111 | 14.4%), science & technology (82 | 10.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (44 | 5.7%) are the most common fields of study among 771 individuals in Gates County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 25 | 3.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 44 | 5.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 17 | 2.2% |
| Psychology | 37 | 4.8% |
| Social Sciences | 28 | 3.6% |
| Engineering | 39 | 5.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 82 | 10.6% |
| Business | 111 | 14.4% |
| Education | 189 | 24.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 21 | 2.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 20 | 2.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 6 | 0.8% |
| Communications | 6 | 0.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 146 | 18.9% |
| Total | 771 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Gates County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Gates County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Gates County are males with 3 vehicles (709, accounting for 32.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (557, making up 30.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 42 (1.9%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 207 (9.6%) | 331 (14.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 666 (30.9%) | 869 (37.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 709 (32.9%) | 557 (24.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 219 (10.2%) | 239 (10.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 314 (14.6%) | 316 (13.6%) |
| Total | 2,157 (100.0%) | 2,322 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Gates County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Gates County are 60 to 89 minutes (717 commuters, 16.6%), 45 to 59 minutes (581 commuters, 13.4%), and 30 to 34 minutes (546 commuters, 12.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 76 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 180 | 4.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 247 | 5.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 374 | 8.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 393 | 9.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 314 | 7.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 546 | 12.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 325 | 7.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 255 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 581 | 13.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 717 | 16.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 318 | 7.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Gates County
The most common commute times in Gates County are 60 to 89 minutes (508 commuters, 24.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (298 commuters, 13.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 59 (2.8%) | 17 (0.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 106 (5.0%) | 74 (3.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 105 (5.0%) | 142 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 92 (4.3%) | 282 (12.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 95 (4.5%) | 298 (13.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 116 (5.5%) | 198 (9.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 294 (13.9%) | 252 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 167 (7.9%) | 158 (7.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 98 (4.6%) | 157 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 360 (17.0%) | 221 (10.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 508 (24.0%) | 209 (9.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 117 (5.5%) | 201 (9.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Gates County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Gates County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (538, 25.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (541, 24.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 287 (13.6%) | 226 (10.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 139 (6.6%) | 176 (8.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 257 (12.1%) | 62 (2.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 538 (25.4%) | 202 (9.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 248 (11.7%) | 230 (10.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 259 (12.2%) | 329 (14.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 112 (5.3%) | 541 (24.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 82 (3.9%) | 90 (4.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 5 (0.2%) | 55 (2.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 60 (2.8%) | 49 (2.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (0.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 90 (4.3%) | 45 (2.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 40 (1.9%) | 185 (8.4%) |
| Total | 2,117 (100.0%) | 2,209 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Gates County
Occupancy by Ownership in Gates County
Of the total 4,144 dwellings in Gates County, owner-occupied units account for 3,301 (79.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 843 (20.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,301 | 79.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 843 | 20.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,144 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Gates County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,267 | 30.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,676 | 40.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 710 | 17.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 491 | 11.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,144 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Gates County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 982 (77.5%) | 285 (22.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,420 (84.7%) | 256 (15.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 499 (70.3%) | 211 (29.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 400 (81.5%) | 91 (18.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,301 (79.7%) | 843 (20.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Gates County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 293 (88.2%) | 39 (11.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,494 (81.6%) | 338 (18.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,134 (73.7%) | 405 (26.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 380 (86.2%) | 61 (13.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Gates County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 404 | 9.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 616 | 14.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 713 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 969 | 23.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 781 | 18.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 441 | 10.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 220 | 5.3% |
| Total | 4,144 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Gates County
Median Income by Occupancy in Gates County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,301 (79.7%) | $62,253 |
| Renter-Occupied | 843 (20.3%) | $46,898 |
| Average | 4,144 (100.0%) | $55,750 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Gates County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 95 (2.9%) | 26 (3.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 17 (0.5%) | 81 (9.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 238 (7.2%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 61 (1.8%) | 47 (5.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 163 (4.9%) | 41 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 328 (9.9%) | 102 (12.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 422 (12.8%) | 147 (17.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 767 (23.2%) | 212 (25.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 420 (12.7%) | 146 (17.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 601 (18.2%) | 12 (1.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 189 (5.7%) | 15 (1.8%) |
| Total | 3,301 (100.0%) | 843 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Gates County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 369 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 568 (17.2%) | 74 (8.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 706 (21.4%) | 125 (14.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 332 (10.1%) | 175 (20.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 747 (22.6%) | 144 (17.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 324 (9.8%) | 65 (7.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 113 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 138 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 4 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,301 (100.0%) | 843 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Gates County
Housing Structures in Gates County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,393 | 57.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 38 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 26 | 0.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,687 | 40.7% |
| Total | 4,144 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Gates County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,083 (87.1%) | 310 (13.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 28 (73.7%) | 10 (26.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,190 (70.5%) | 497 (29.5%) |
| Total | 3,301 (79.7%) | 843 (20.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Gates County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 3 (0.1%) | 102 (12.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,181 (35.8%) | 346 (41.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,318 (39.9%) | 289 (34.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 799 (24.2%) | 106 (12.6%) |
| Total | 3,301 (100.0%) | 843 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Gates County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 68 (2.1%) | 25 (3.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 919 (27.8%) | 101 (12.0%) |
| Electricity | 2,080 (63.0%) | 679 (80.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 49 (1.5%) | 16 (1.9%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 140 (4.2%) | 9 (1.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 45 (1.4%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| Total | 3,301 (100.0%) | 843 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Gates County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 99 (3.0%) | 41 (4.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 540 (16.4%) | 297 (35.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,356 (41.1%) | 314 (37.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,306 (39.6%) | 191 (22.7%) |
| Total | 3,301 (100.0%) | 843 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Gates County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Gates County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,751 | 1,550 |
| Median Property Value | $139,500 | $168,900 |
| Median Household Income | $52,688 | $131 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $483 | $4 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,025 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Gates County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 421 (24.0%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 227 (13.0%) | 187 (12.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 897 (51.2%) | 1,131 (73.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 137 (7.8%) | 187 (12.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 36 (2.1%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 12 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 21 (1.2%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| Total | 1,751 (100.0%) | 1,550 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Gates County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 80 (4.6%) | 34 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 328 (18.7%) | 32 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 184 (10.5%) | 134 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 246 (14.1%) | 144 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 384 (21.9%) | 176 (11.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 257 (14.7%) | 383 (24.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 214 (12.2%) | 163 (10.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 58 (3.3%) | 387 (25.0%) |
| Total | 1,751 (100.0%) | 1,550 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Gates County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 732 (41.8%) | 70,833 (4,569.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 372 (21.2%) | 513 (33.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 111 (6.3%) | 418 (27.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 474 (27.1%) | 251 (16.2%) |
| Total | 1,751 (100.0%) | 1,550 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Gates County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 624 (35.6%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 689 (39.4%) | 246 (15.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 422 (24.1%) | 684 (44.1%) |
| Total | 1,751 (100.0%) | 1,550 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Gates County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gates County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 521 (95.1%) | 27 (4.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,641 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 685 (94.0%) | 44 (6.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 755 (82.4%) | 161 (17.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 969 (89.2%) | 117 (10.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,253 (82.7%) | 262 (17.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,656 (90.9%) | 166 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,329 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 853 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,662 (92.6%) | 777 (7.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Gates County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 521 (95.1%) | 27 (4.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,641 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 685 (94.0%) | 44 (6.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Gates County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,284 (89.9%) | 144 (10.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,216 (92.4%) | 181 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,984 (89.3%) | 237 (10.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,836 (93.8%) | 122 (6.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,342 (96.2%) | 93 (3.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Gates County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 291 (53.1%) | 238 (43.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 576 (35.1%) | 1,161 (70.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 102 (14.0%) | 613 (84.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 211 (23.0%) | 606 (66.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 240 (22.1%) | 759 (69.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 288 (19.0%) | 1,013 (66.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 208 (11.4%) | 1,497 (82.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,320 (99.3%) | 994 (74.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 853 (100.0%) | 701 (82.2%) |
| Total | 4,089 (39.2%) | 7,582 (72.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Gates County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 52 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 233 (24.1%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 395 (18.2%) | 435 (19.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 143 (24.0%) | 163 (22.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 246 (63.4%) | 326 (70.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Gates 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 | 42 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 70 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 (9.2%) | 16 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 126 (32.5%) | 147 (31.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 82 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 109 (5.0%) | 128 (5.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (3.2%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (7.7%) | 46 (9.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 52 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 159 (16.5%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 109 (5.0%) | 182 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 86 (14.4%) | 13 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (16.2%) | 84 (18.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 92 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 283 (13.0%) | 312 (13.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 90 (15.1%) | 126 (17.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 183 (47.2%) | 289 (62.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 10 (0.5%) | 68 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (3.4%) | 31 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (21.4%) | 43 (9.2%) |
Technology Access in Gates County
Computing Device Access in Gates County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,175 | 76.6% |
| Smartphone | 3,434 | 82.9% |
| Tablet | 2,088 | 50.4% |
| No Computing Device | 380 | 9.2% |
| Total | 4,144 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Gates County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 2,456 | 59.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 363 | 8.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 341 | 8.2% |
| No Internet | 1,082 | 26.1% |
| Total | 4,144 | 100.0% |
Gates County Summary
Gates County is a county located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 12,197. Its county seat is Gatesville. The county was formed in 1779 from parts of Chowan, Hertford, and Perquimans counties. It was named for General Horatio Gates, an American Revolutionary War hero.
Geography
Gates County is located in the northeastern part of North Carolina, and is bordered by the Chowan River to the north, the Perquimans River to the east, and the Pasquotank River to the south. The county is approximately 545 square miles in size, and is divided into four townships: Gatesville, Sunbury, Eure, and Roduco. The county is mostly rural, with the majority of the population living in the towns of Gatesville and Sunbury.
The terrain of Gates County is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The highest point in the county is located in the western part of the county, near the town of Eure, and is approximately 100 feet above sea level. The county is mostly covered in forests, with some agricultural land in the western part of the county.
Climate
Gates County has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70°F, with the average high temperature in the summer months reaching around 90°F. The average low temperature in the winter months is around 40°F. The county receives an average of around 45 inches of precipitation per year, with the majority of it falling in the summer months.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 12,197 people, 4,717 households, and 3,323 families residing in the county. The population density was 22 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,945. The per capita income for the county was $15,945. About 19.3% of families and 22.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 19.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Gates County has a largely agricultural economy, with the majority of the population employed in farming and related industries. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a paper mill, and a plastics factory. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with several popular attractions, such as the Dismal Swamp State Park and the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.
The county is served by two major highways, US 13 and US 158, which provide access to the larger cities of Norfolk, Virginia and Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The county is also served by the Albemarle Regional Airport, which provides regional air service.
Conclusion
Gates County is a rural county located in the northeastern part of North Carolina. The county is mostly covered in forests, with some agricultural land in the western part of the county. The county has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. As of the 2010 census, the population was 12,197. The county has a largely agricultural economy, with the majority of the population employed in farming and related industries. The county is served by two major highways, US 13 and US 158, and is also served by the Albemarle Regional Airport.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Gates County?
Total Population of Gates County is 10,509.
What is the Total Male Population of Gates County?
Total Male Population of Gates County is 5,212.
What is the Total Female Population of Gates County?
Total Female Population of Gates County is 5,297.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Gates County?
There are 98.40 Males per 100 Females in Gates County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Gates County?
There are 101.63 Females per 100 Males in Gates County.
What is the Median Population Age in Gates County?
Median Population Age in Gates County is 47.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Gates County
Average Family Size in Gates County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Gates County
Average Household Size in Gates County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Gates County?
Per Capita income in Gates County is $28,091.
What is the Median Family Income in Gates County?
Median Family Income in Gates County is $69,503.
What is the Median Household income in Gates County?
Median Household Income in Gates County is $55,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Gates County?
Income or Wage Gap in Gates County is 27.6%.
Women in Gates County earn 72.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Gates County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Gates County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Gates County?
There are 5,028 People in the Labor Forcein in Gates County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Gates County?
58.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Gates County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Gates County?
Unemployment Rate in Gates County is 9.3%.