Holmes County, OH Map & Demographics
Holmes County Map
Holmes County Overview
$29,238
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,815
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,987
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
50.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
49.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,088
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
44,273
TOTAL POPULATION
22,311
MALE POPULATION
21,962
FEMALE POPULATION
101.59
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.44
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
21,079
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Income in Holmes County
Income Overview in Holmes County
Per Capita Income in Holmes County is $29,238, while median incomes of families and households are $86,815 and $72,987 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 44,273 | $29,238 |
| Median Family Income | 10,552 | $86,815 |
| Mean Family Income | 10,552 | $106,534 |
| Median Household Income | 13,314 | $72,987 |
| Mean Household Income | 13,314 | $95,098 |
| Income Deficit | 10,552 | $12,088 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 44,273 | 50.12% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 44,273 | 49.88¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 44,273 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Holmes County
Average Earnings in Holmes County are $38,748, $48,655 for men and $24,271 for women, a difference of 50.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 13,512 (60.8%) | $48,655 |
| Female | 8,711 (39.2%) | $24,271 |
| Total | 22,223 (100.0%) | $38,748 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Holmes County
The most common earnings brackets in Holmes County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (1,589 | 11.8%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (789 | 9.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 307 (2.3%) | 780 (8.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 288 (2.1%) | 380 (4.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 338 (2.5%) | 394 (4.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 182 (1.3%) | 486 (5.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 241 (1.8%) | 461 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 359 (2.7%) | 235 (2.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 165 (1.2%) | 542 (6.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 208 (1.5%) | 224 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 408 (3.0%) | 405 (4.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 223 (1.7%) | 633 (7.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 739 (5.5%) | 789 (9.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 766 (5.7%) | 700 (8.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 791 (5.9%) | 389 (4.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 775 (5.7%) | 405 (4.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 1,200 (8.9%) | 380 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 942 (7.0%) | 221 (2.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,589 (11.8%) | 439 (5.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 996 (7.4%) | 307 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,511 (11.2%) | 308 (3.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,484 (11.0%) | 233 (2.7%) |
| Total | 13,512 (100.0%) | 8,711 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Holmes County
Average earnings in Holmes County are $55,669 for men and $28,157 for women, a difference of 49.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,229, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $48,812. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,875, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,902.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $58,193 | $17,902 |
| High School Diploma | $48,812 | $30,114 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,080 | $29,375 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,684 | $49,740 |
| Graduate Degree | $83,229 | $63,875 |
| Total | $55,669 | $28,157 |
Family Income in Holmes County
Family Income Brackets in Holmes County
According to the Holmes County family income data, there are 2,385 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 148 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 232 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 148 | 1.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 285 | 2.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 549 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 834 | 7.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,385 | 22.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,762 | 16.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,269 | 21.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,192 | 11.3% |
| $200,000+ | 907 | 8.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Holmes County
7+ person families (1,282 | 12.1%) account for the highest median family income in Holmes County with $134,545 per family, while 2-person families (3,807 | 36.1%) have the highest median income of $37,266 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,807 (36.1%) | $74,531 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,863 (17.7%) | $83,875 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,568 (14.9%) | $95,139 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,244 (11.8%) | $95,738 |
| 6-Person Families | 788 (7.5%) | $94,464 |
| 7+ Person Families | 1,282 (12.1%) | $134,545 |
| Total | 10,552 (100.0%) | $86,815 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Holmes County
The median family income in Holmes County is $86,815, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,480) having the highest median family income of $157,760, while families with no earners (965) have the lowest median family income of $40,144, accounting for 23.5% and 9.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 965 (9.1%) | $40,144 |
| 1 Earner | 3,707 (35.1%) | $66,641 |
| 2 Earners | 3,400 (32.2%) | $97,148 |
| 3+ Earners | 2,480 (23.5%) | $157,760 |
| Total | 10,552 (100.0%) | $86,815 |
Household Income in Holmes County
Household Income Brackets in Holmes County
With 2,929 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Holmes County, accounting for 22.0% of all households. In contrast, only 346 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 506 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 346 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 759 | 5.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,038 | 7.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,291 | 9.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,929 | 22.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,891 | 14.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,370 | 17.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,198 | 9.0% |
| $200,000+ | 972 | 7.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Holmes County
The median household income in Holmes County is $72,987, with the highest median household income of $101,742 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,034 households (37.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,707, with 3,317 households (24.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 361 (2.7%) | $54,583 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,602 (34.6%) | $73,196 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 5,034 (37.8%) | $101,742 |
| 65+ Years | 3,317 (24.9%) | $48,707 |
| Total | 13,314 (100.0%) | $72,987 |
Poverty in Holmes County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Holmes County
With 7.5% poverty level for males and 10.4% for females among the residents of Holmes County, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 86 males (18.7%) and 123 females (27.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 222 (12.0%) | 163 (9.3%) |
| 5 Years | 86 (18.7%) | 53 (14.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 309 (13.6%) | 364 (15.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 91 (8.4%) | 133 (14.4%) |
| 15 Years | 30 (7.4%) | 123 (27.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 44 (5.2%) | 73 (9.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 29 (1.2%) | 54 (2.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 114 (4.0%) | 280 (9.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 283 (11.7%) | 225 (9.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 102 (4.4%) | 205 (8.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 123 (5.2%) | 114 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 83 (5.3%) | 114 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 120 (12.3%) | 351 (25.3%) |
| Total | 1,636 (7.5%) | 2,252 (10.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Holmes County
According to the poverty statistics in Holmes County, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.8% of males and 97.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,620 (87.9%) | 1,580 (90.6%) |
| 5 Years | 375 (81.3%) | 310 (85.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,961 (86.4%) | 1,919 (84.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 990 (91.6%) | 788 (85.6%) |
| 15 Years | 374 (92.6%) | 332 (73.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 797 (94.8%) | 669 (90.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,338 (98.8%) | 2,091 (97.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,769 (96.1%) | 2,605 (90.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,142 (88.3%) | 2,142 (90.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,219 (95.6%) | 2,089 (91.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,240 (94.8%) | 2,195 (95.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,482 (94.7%) | 1,645 (93.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 854 (87.7%) | 1,036 (74.7%) |
| Total | 20,161 (92.5%) | 19,401 (89.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Holmes County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Holmes County show that 5.2% or 494 of the total 9,430 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 20.6%, comprising of 160 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.0%, which includes 140 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,475 (97.0%) | 140 (3.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,281 (95.0%) | 120 (5.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1,562 (95.5%) | 74 (4.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 618 (79.4%) | 160 (20.6%) |
| Total | 8,936 (94.8%) | 494 (5.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Holmes County
According to the poverty data in Holmes County, 11.6% or 45 single-father households and 24.0% or 176 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (17.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (55.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 20 (8.1%) | 65 (18.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 25 (17.9%) | 84 (25.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (55.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (11.6%) | 176 (24.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Holmes County
The poverty data for Holmes County shows that 494 of the married-couple family households (5.2%) and 221 of the single-parent households (19.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 160 households (20.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 household (55.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 140 (3.0%) | 85 (14.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 120 (5.0%) | 109 (23.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 74 (4.5%) | 27 (55.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 160 (20.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 494 (5.2%) | 221 (19.7%) |
Race in Holmes County
The most populous races in Holmes County are White / Caucasian (43,447 | 98.1%), Two or more Races (571 | 1.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (455 | 1.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 30 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 83 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 455 | 1.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 58 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 43,447 | 98.1% |
| Two or more Races | 571 | 1.3% |
| Some other Race | 84 | 0.2% |
| Total | 44,273 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Holmes County
The most populous ancestries reported in Holmes County are German (11,359 | 25.7%), Pennsylvania German (5,364 | 12.1%), American (4,136 | 9.3%), English (3,489 | 7.9%), and Swiss (3,465 | 7.8%), together accounting for 62.8% of all Holmes County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Albanian | 9 | 0.0% |
| American | 4,136 | 9.3% |
| Arab | 23 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 165 | 0.4% |
| Belgian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 9 | 0.0% |
| British | 84 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 54 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 87 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 24 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 30 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 5 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 466 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 36 | 0.1% |
| English | 3,489 | 7.9% |
| European | 1,059 | 2.4% |
| French | 618 | 1.4% |
| French Canadian | 183 | 0.4% |
| German | 11,359 | 25.7% |
| Guatemalan | 54 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,761 | 4.0% |
| Italian | 467 | 1.1% |
| Latvian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 23 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 213 | 0.5% |
| Northern European | 49 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 51 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 5,364 | 12.1% |
| Polish | 221 | 0.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 80 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 77 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 537 | 1.2% |
| Slovak | 73 | 0.2% |
| Slovene | 15 | 0.0% |
| South American | 24 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 20 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 267 | 0.6% |
| Swiss | 3,465 | 7.8% |
| Thai | 38 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 159 | 0.4% |
| Yugoslavian | 17 | 0.0% | View All 48 Rows |
Immigrants in Holmes County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Holmes County came from Europe (63 | 0.1%), Germany (52 | 0.1%), Western Europe (52 | 0.1%), Latin America (35 | 0.1%), and Colombia (24 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.5% of all Holmes County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 18 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 11 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 24 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 9 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 63 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 52 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 2 | 0.0% |
| India | 17 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 35 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 9 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 24 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 17 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 9 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 52 | 0.1% | View All 17 Rows |
Sex and Age in Holmes County
Sex and Age in Holmes County
The most populous age groups in Holmes County are 5 to 9 Years (2,078 | 9.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (1,835 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,849 (8.3%) | 1,743 (7.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 2,078 (9.3%) | 1,835 (8.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,734 (7.8%) | 1,746 (8.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,908 (8.6%) | 1,801 (8.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,710 (7.7%) | 1,548 (7.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,536 (6.9%) | 1,436 (6.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,357 (6.1%) | 1,454 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,349 (6.0%) | 1,063 (4.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,084 (4.9%) | 1,304 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,148 (5.1%) | 1,165 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,214 (5.4%) | 1,129 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,361 (6.1%) | 1,422 (6.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,133 (5.1%) | 972 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,032 (4.6%) | 1,168 (5.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 715 (3.2%) | 653 (3.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 362 (1.6%) | 713 (3.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 248 (1.1%) | 383 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 493 (2.2%) | 427 (1.9%) |
| Total | 22,311 (100.0%) | 21,962 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Holmes County
Median Family Size in Holmes County
The median family size in Holmes County is 3.77 persons per family, with married-couple families (9,430 | 89.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.88 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (734 | 7.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.75 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 9,430 (89.4%) | 3.88 |
| Single Male/Father | 388 (3.7%) | 2.95 |
| Single Female/Mother | 734 (7.0%) | 2.75 |
| Total Families | 10,552 (100.0%) | 3.77 |
Median Household Size in Holmes County
The median household size in Holmes County is 3.26 persons per household, with married-couple households (9,430 | 70.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.89 persons per household. non-family households (2,762 | 20.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 9,430 (70.8%) | 3.89 |
| Single Male/Father | 388 (2.9%) | 3.12 |
| Single Female/Mother | 734 (5.5%) | 3.11 |
| Non-family | 2,762 (20.7%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 13,314 (100.0%) | 3.26 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Holmes County
Out of a total of 13,314 households in Holmes County, 10,552 (79.2%) are family households, while 2,762 (20.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,737, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,337.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,337 (17.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,737 (28.1%) | 423 (3.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,869 (14.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,580 (11.9%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,250 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 798 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 1,318 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,552 (79.2%) | 2,762 (20.7%) |
Female Fertility in Holmes County
Fertility by Age in Holmes County
Average fertility rate in Holmes County is 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 151.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.7% 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 | 670 (74.7%) | 151.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 227 (25.3%) | 58.0 |
| Total | 897 (100.0%) | 89.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Holmes County
90.0% of women with births (897) in Holmes County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 13.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 580 (86.6%) | 90 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 227 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 807 (90.0%) | 90 (10.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Holmes County
Average fertility rate in Holmes County is 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school have the highest fertility rate of 114.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 76.6% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 687 (76.6%) | 114.0 |
| High School Diploma | 72 (8.0%) | 37.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 89 (9.9%) | 66.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (2.1%) | 36.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 30 (3.3%) | 105.0 |
| Total | 897 (100.0%) | 89.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Holmes County
10.0% of women with births in Holmes County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 23.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 618 (90.0%) | 69 (10.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 68 (76.4%) | 21 (23.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 807 (90.0%) | 90 (10.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Holmes County
Employment by Class of Employer in Holmes County
Among the 20,276 employed individuals in Holmes County, private company employees (14,211 | 70.1%), self-employed (not incorporated) (2,563 | 12.6%), and local government employees (1,076 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 14,211 | 70.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 846 | 4.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 2,563 | 12.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 974 | 4.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,076 | 5.3% |
| State Government Employees | 334 | 1.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 76 | 0.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 196 | 1.0% |
| Total | 20,276 | 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 (32,429), 65.0% or 21,079 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 422 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 84.1% or 2,740 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.2% or 19 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 2,086 (73.2%) | 38 (1.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,740 (84.1%) | 55 (2.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,327 (78.3%) | 144 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,976 (70.3%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,398 (70.8%) | 65 (1.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,431 (73.7%) | 21 (0.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,090 (75.1%) | 38 (1.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,516 (72.0%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,292 (36.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 205 (7.8%) | 19 (9.2%) |
| Total | 21,079 (65.0%) | 422 (2.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Holmes County
According to labor force statistics for Holmes County, 73.2% of individuals (14,733) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (20,127) are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 309 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 85.3% or 1,763 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.9% or 51 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 5,795 (64.1%) | 235 (2.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,896 (80.5%) | 97 (1.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,288 (77.9%) | 32 (1.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,763 (85.3%) | 60 (2.9%) |
| Total | 14,733 (73.2%) | 423 (2.1%) |
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 Management (2,510 | 12.2%), Community & Social Service (1,165 | 5.6%), Education Instruction & Library (707 | 3.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (416 | 2.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (408 | 2.0%).
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 Management (74.6%), Architecture & Engineering (69.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (62.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (97.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.0%), and Health Technologists (82.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,873 (74.6%) | 637 (25.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 223 (56.6%) | 171 (43.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 258 (62.0%) | 158 (38.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 96 (61.2%) | 61 (38.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 135 (69.6%) | 59 (30.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 27 (41.5%) | 38 (58.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 227 (19.5%) | 938 (80.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 93 (48.2%) | 100 (51.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 53 (60.9%) | 34 (39.1%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 17 (2.4%) | 690 (97.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 64 (36.0%) | 114 (64.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 57 (14.0%) | 351 (86.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 42 (17.7%) | 195 (82.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,638 (53.9%) | 2,255 (46.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,686 (61.4%) | 7,963 (38.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Holmes County are Food Preparation & Serving (864 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (626 | 3.0%), Healthcare Support (403 | 1.9%), Personal Care & Service (293 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (98 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Holmes County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (86.7%), and Law Enforcement (75.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (77.2%), and Personal Care & Service (71.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 26 (6.5%) | 377 (93.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 85 (86.7%) | 13 (13.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 41 (75.9%) | 13 (24.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 197 (22.8%) | 667 (77.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 337 (53.8%) | 289 (46.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 83 (28.3%) | 210 (71.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 728 (31.9%) | 1,556 (68.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,686 (61.4%) | 7,963 (38.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Holmes County are Office & Administration (2,507 | 12.1%), and Sales & Related (1,735 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 976 (56.2%) | 759 (43.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 981 (39.1%) | 1,526 (60.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,957 (46.1%) | 2,285 (53.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,686 (61.4%) | 7,963 (38.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Holmes County are Construction & Extraction (1,970 | 9.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (495 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (366 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 262 (71.6%) | 104 (28.4%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,951 (99.0%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 495 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,708 (95.7%) | 123 (4.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,686 (61.4%) | 7,963 (38.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Holmes County are Production (3,936 | 19.1%), Material Moving (1,683 | 8.2%), and Transportation (780 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 2,712 (68.9%) | 1,224 (31.1%) |
| Transportation | 712 (91.3%) | 68 (8.7%) |
| Material Moving | 1,231 (73.1%) | 452 (26.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,655 (72.8%) | 1,744 (27.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,686 (61.4%) | 7,963 (38.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Holmes County
Employment Industries in Holmes County
The major employment industries in Holmes County include Manufacturing (6,722 | 32.6%), Retail Trade (2,637 | 12.8%), Construction (2,496 | 12.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,375 | 6.7%), and Educational Services (1,092 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Holmes County
The Holmes County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (94.9%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (88.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.3%), Finance & Insurance (80.3%), and Educational Services (80.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 781 (88.2%) | 104 (11.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 76 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 2,368 (94.9%) | 128 (5.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 4,681 (69.6%) | 2,041 (30.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 316 (61.5%) | 198 (38.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,410 (53.5%) | 1,227 (46.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 548 (71.8%) | 215 (28.2%) |
| Utilities | 115 (85.8%) | 19 (14.2%) |
| Information | 36 (67.9%) | 17 (32.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 86 (19.7%) | 351 (80.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 262 (67.7%) | 125 (32.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 333 (64.7%) | 182 (35.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 214 (76.2%) | 67 (23.8%) |
| Educational Services | 215 (19.7%) | 877 (80.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 188 (13.7%) | 1,187 (86.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 51 (55.4%) | 41 (44.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 322 (35.2%) | 592 (64.8%) |
| Public Administration | 181 (43.2%) | 238 (56.8%) |
| Total | 12,686 (61.4%) | 7,963 (38.6%) |
Education in Holmes County
School Enrollment in Holmes County
The most common levels of schooling among the 8,391 students in Holmes County are middle school (2,919 | 34.8%), elementary school (2,716 | 32.4%), and high school (1,158 | 13.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 228 | 2.7% |
| Kindergarten | 745 | 8.9% |
| Elementary School | 2,716 | 32.4% |
| Middle School | 2,919 | 34.8% |
| High School | 1,158 | 13.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 485 | 5.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 140 | 1.7% |
| Total | 8,391 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Holmes County
Out of a total of 8,391 students who are enrolled in schools in Holmes County, 3,776 (45.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,615 (55.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 132 (60.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 720 (85.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 112 (69.1%) | 50 (30.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,588 (47.7%) | 1,738 (52.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,510 (49.0%) | 1,570 (51.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 720 (85.4%) | 123 (14.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 280 (80.9%) | 66 (19.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 229 (77.6%) | 66 (22.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 90 (74.4%) | 31 (25.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 86 (39.5%) | 132 (60.6%) |
| Total | 4,615 (55.0%) | 3,776 (45.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Holmes County
Education (883 | 27.5%), business (554 | 17.2%), liberal arts & history (325 | 10.1%), science & technology (276 | 8.6%), and arts & humanities (262 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 3,212 individuals in Holmes County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 104 | 3.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 186 | 5.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 90 | 2.8% |
| Psychology | 128 | 4.0% |
| Social Sciences | 81 | 2.5% |
| Engineering | 143 | 4.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 24 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 276 | 8.6% |
| Business | 554 | 17.2% |
| Education | 883 | 27.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 37 | 1.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 325 | 10.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 42 | 1.3% |
| Communications | 77 | 2.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 262 | 8.2% |
| Total | 3,212 | 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 no vehicle (5,008, accounting for 40.1%) and females with no vehicle (2,172, making up 64.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 5,008 (40.1%) | 2,172 (28.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 895 (7.2%) | 1,048 (13.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,181 (25.5%) | 2,091 (26.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,863 (14.9%) | 1,439 (18.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 828 (6.6%) | 569 (7.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 716 (5.7%) | 450 (5.8%) |
| Total | 12,491 (100.0%) | 7,769 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Holmes County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Holmes County are 15 to 19 minutes (3,249 commuters, 17.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (2,979 commuters, 15.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,551 commuters, 13.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,792 | 9.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,504 | 13.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,551 | 13.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,249 | 17.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,979 | 15.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,274 | 6.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,706 | 9.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 331 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 409 | 2.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 844 | 4.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 583 | 3.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 558 | 3.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Holmes County
The most common commute times in Holmes County are 20 to 24 minutes (1,934 commuters, 16.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,458 commuters, 20.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,179 (10.2%) | 613 (8.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,545 (13.3%) | 959 (13.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,443 (12.4%) | 1,108 (15.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,791 (15.4%) | 1,458 (20.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,934 (16.7%) | 1,045 (14.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 558 (4.8%) | 716 (10.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,110 (9.6%) | 596 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 247 (2.1%) | 84 (1.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 287 (2.5%) | 122 (1.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 567 (4.9%) | 277 (3.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 447 (3.8%) | 136 (1.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 504 (4.3%) | 54 (0.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Holmes County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Holmes County are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (2,648, 22.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,237, 17.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,141 (9.8%) | 348 (4.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 1,868 (16.1%) | 792 (11.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 2,648 (22.8%) | 570 (8.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,629 (14.0%) | 656 (9.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,226 (10.6%) | 529 (7.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 908 (7.8%) | 737 (10.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 755 (6.5%) | 1,237 (17.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 511 (4.4%) | 666 (9.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 151 (1.3%) | 373 (5.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 113 (1.0%) | 491 (6.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 74 (0.6%) | 147 (2.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 43 (0.4%) | 46 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 324 (2.8%) | 360 (5.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 221 (1.9%) | 216 (3.0%) |
| Total | 11,612 (100.0%) | 7,168 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Holmes County
Occupancy by Ownership in Holmes County
Of the total 13,314 dwellings in Holmes County, owner-occupied units account for 10,389 (78.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,925 (22.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 10,389 | 78.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,925 | 22.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 13,314 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Holmes County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,337 | 17.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,160 | 31.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,869 | 14.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,948 | 37.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 13,314 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Holmes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,405 (60.1%) | 932 (39.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,135 (75.4%) | 1,025 (24.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,415 (75.7%) | 454 (24.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,434 (89.6%) | 514 (10.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 10,389 (78.0%) | 2,925 (22.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Holmes County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 4,284 (78.8%) | 1,149 (21.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,325 (79.5%) | 857 (20.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,572 (72.6%) | 594 (27.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,208 (78.8%) | 325 (21.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,675 | 20.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,288 | 17.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,575 | 19.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,459 | 18.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,909 | 14.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 966 | 7.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 442 | 3.3% |
| Total | 13,314 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Holmes County
Median Income by Occupancy in Holmes County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 10,389 (78.0%) | $83,436 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,925 (22.0%) | $46,483 |
| Average | 13,314 (100.0%) | $72,987 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Holmes County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 125 (1.2%) | 147 (5.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 113 (1.1%) | 122 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 157 (1.5%) | 184 (6.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 185 (1.8%) | 236 (8.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 209 (2.0%) | 133 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 597 (5.8%) | 444 (15.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,004 (9.7%) | 292 (10.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,280 (22.0%) | 644 (22.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,518 (14.6%) | 376 (12.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,082 (20.0%) | 291 (10.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,119 (20.4%) | 56 (1.9%) |
| Total | 10,389 (100.0%) | 2,925 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Holmes County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 783 (7.5%) | 36 (1.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,670 (16.1%) | 298 (10.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,980 (19.1%) | 933 (31.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 860 (8.3%) | 518 (17.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,434 (23.4%) | 177 (6.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,599 (15.4%) | 76 (2.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 678 (6.5%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 197 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 188 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,389 (100.0%) | 2,925 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Holmes County
Housing Structures in Holmes County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 11,085 | 83.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 492 | 3.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 445 | 3.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 191 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 109 | 0.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 300 | 2.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 692 | 5.2% |
| Total | 13,314 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Holmes County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,468 (85.4%) | 1,617 (14.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 367 (74.6%) | 125 (25.4%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 13 (2.9%) | 432 (97.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 60 (31.4%) | 131 (68.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 109 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 25 (8.3%) | 275 (91.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 456 (65.9%) | 236 (34.1%) |
| Total | 10,389 (78.0%) | 2,925 (22.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Holmes County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 37 (0.4%) | 32 (1.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 206 (2.0%) | 247 (8.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,752 (16.9%) | 1,225 (41.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,376 (32.5%) | 646 (22.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 5,018 (48.3%) | 775 (26.5%) |
| Total | 10,389 (100.0%) | 2,925 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Holmes County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 5,966 (57.4%) | 1,742 (59.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,051 (10.1%) | 212 (7.2%) |
| Electricity | 1,248 (12.0%) | 782 (26.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 187 (1.8%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,898 (18.3%) | 179 (6.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 39 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,389 (100.0%) | 2,925 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Holmes County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 3,391 (32.6%) | 778 (26.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,308 (12.6%) | 1,113 (38.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,048 (29.3%) | 798 (27.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,642 (25.4%) | 236 (8.1%) |
| Total | 10,389 (100.0%) | 2,925 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Holmes County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Holmes County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,550 | 5,839 |
| Median Property Value | $261,200 | $238,100 |
| Median Household Income | $75,969 | $1,044 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $485 | $188 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,754 | $129 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Holmes County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 365 (8.0%) | 223 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 414 (9.1%) | 644 (11.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,829 (40.2%) | 2,816 (48.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,309 (28.8%) | 1,492 (25.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 231 (5.1%) | 411 (7.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 269 (5.9%) | 78 (1.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 133 (2.9%) | 175 (3.0%) |
| Total | 4,550 (100.0%) | 5,839 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Holmes County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 189 (4.2%) | 304 (5.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 309 (6.8%) | 49 (0.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 395 (8.7%) | 242 (4.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 545 (12.0%) | 202 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 818 (18.0%) | 459 (7.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 539 (11.8%) | 1,462 (25.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 680 (14.9%) | 979 (16.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,075 (23.6%) | 1,402 (24.0%) |
| Total | 4,550 (100.0%) | 5,839 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Holmes County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,513 (33.3%) | 89,157 (1,526.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 660 (14.5%) | 2,263 (38.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 534 (11.7%) | 982 (16.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,751 (38.5%) | 811 (13.9%) |
| Total | 4,550 (100.0%) | 5,839 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Holmes County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 374 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 428 (9.4%) | 246 (4.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,542 (77.8%) | 1,106 (18.9%) |
| Total | 4,550 (100.0%) | 5,839 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Holmes County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,804 (40.8%) | 2,612 (59.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,554 (46.6%) | 5,221 (53.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,126 (50.0%) | 2,126 (50.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,801 (53.1%) | 2,470 (46.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,723 (56.8%) | 2,069 (43.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,991 (64.8%) | 1,624 (35.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,327 (71.2%) | 1,345 (28.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,887 (86.9%) | 437 (13.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,105 (89.2%) | 256 (10.8%) |
| Total | 25,318 (58.2%) | 18,160 (41.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Holmes County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,804 (40.8%) | 2,612 (59.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,554 (46.6%) | 5,221 (53.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,126 (50.0%) | 2,126 (50.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Holmes County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,879 (61.5%) | 1,179 (38.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,477 (64.9%) | 1,884 (35.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,147 (58.9%) | 3,585 (41.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,114 (64.4%) | 2,278 (35.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 10,645 (53.5%) | 9,234 (46.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 659 (14.9%) | 1,268 (28.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,206 (12.3%) | 3,514 (35.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 235 (5.5%) | 1,953 (45.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 541 (10.3%) | 2,327 (44.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 319 (6.7%) | 2,448 (51.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 551 (11.9%) | 2,588 (56.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 286 (6.1%) | 3,145 (67.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,616 (78.7%) | 1,419 (42.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,080 (88.1%) | 1,093 (46.3%) |
| Total | 8,493 (19.5%) | 19,755 (45.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Holmes County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 36 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 236 (4.7%) | 44 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 126 (2.4%) | 174 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 595 (8.4%) | 515 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 303 (19.4%) | 307 (17.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 467 (47.9%) | 579 (41.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Holmes County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 36 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (0.5%) | 13 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 163 (2.3%) | 68 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 214 (13.7%) | 156 (8.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 259 (26.6%) | 183 (13.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (0.5%) | 32 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 76 (1.1%) | 83 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (1.3%) | 58 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (6.2%) | 84 (6.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 208 (4.1%) | 31 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 75 (1.4%) | 70 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 139 (2.0%) | 202 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (4.0%) | 56 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 156 (16.0%) | 50 (3.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 25 (0.5%) | 31 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 37 (0.7%) | 21 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 233 (3.3%) | 325 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 159 (10.2%) | 165 (9.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 210 (21.6%) | 431 (31.1%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (1.1%) | 31 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (0.5%) | 19 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 107 (1.5%) | 146 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 113 (7.2%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 87 (8.9%) | 117 (8.4%) |
Technology Access in Holmes County
Computing Device Access in Holmes County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,093 | 53.3% |
| Smartphone | 8,277 | 62.2% |
| Tablet | 5,792 | 43.5% |
| No Computing Device | 4,159 | 31.2% |
| Total | 13,314 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Holmes County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 18 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 5,296 | 39.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,251 | 16.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 839 | 6.3% |
| No Internet | 5,090 | 38.2% |
| Total | 13,314 | 100.0% |
Holmes County Summary
Holmes County, Ohio is located in the northeastern part of the state and is part of the Appalachian region. It is bordered by Coshocton County to the north, Tuscarawas County to the east, Stark County to the south, and Wayne County to the west. The county seat is Millersburg, and the county is named after Andrew Holmes, an officer in the War of 1812.
History
Holmes County was formed in 1824 from portions of Coshocton, Tuscarawas, and Wayne counties. The county was named after Andrew Holmes, an officer in the War of 1812. The first settlers in the area were German immigrants who arrived in the early 1800s. The county was largely agricultural, with the main crops being wheat, corn, and oats.
In the late 1800s, the county experienced a period of industrialization, with the establishment of several factories and mills. The county also became a center for the production of furniture, with several furniture factories located in the area.
Geography
Holmes County is located in the Appalachian region of Ohio. It is bordered by Coshocton County to the north, Tuscarawas County to the east, Stark County to the south, and Wayne County to the west. The county has a total area of 437 square miles, of which 434 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The county is mostly rural, with rolling hills and valleys. The Killbuck Creek runs through the county, and the county is home to several state parks and wildlife areas.
Economy
The economy of Holmes County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The main crops grown in the county are corn, wheat, and oats. The county is also home to several furniture factories, as well as other manufacturing businesses. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with several state parks and wildlife areas located in the county.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Holmes County was 42,366. The population is largely white (97.3%), with small percentages of African American (1.2%), Hispanic (0.7%), and Asian (0.3%) residents. The median household income is $45,845, and the median age is 40.7 years. The county has a poverty rate of 16.2%.
Conclusion
Holmes County, Ohio is a rural county located in the Appalachian region of the state. It is largely agricultural, with the main crops being wheat, corn, and oats. The county also has several furniture factories and other manufacturing businesses. The population is largely white, with a median household income of $45,845 and a poverty rate of 16.2%. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with several state parks and wildlife areas located in the county.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Holmes County?
Per Capita income in Holmes County is $29,238.
What is the Median Family Income in Holmes County?
Median Family Income in Holmes County is $86,815.
What is the Median Household income in Holmes County?
Median Household Income in Holmes County is $72,987.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Holmes County?
Income or Wage Gap in Holmes County is 50.1%.
Women in Holmes County earn 49.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Holmes County?
Family Income Deficit in Holmes County is $12,088.
Families that are below poverty line in Holmes County earn $12,088 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 0.42.
What is the Total Population of Holmes County?
Total Population of Holmes County is 44,273.
What is the Total Male Population of Holmes County?
Total Male Population of Holmes County is 22,311.
What is the Total Female Population of Holmes County?
Total Female Population of Holmes County is 21,962.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Holmes County?
There are 101.59 Males per 100 Females in Holmes County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Holmes County?
There are 98.44 Females per 100 Males in Holmes County.
What is the Median Population Age in Holmes County?
Median Population Age in Holmes County is 32.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Holmes County
Average Family Size in Holmes County is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Holmes County
Average Household Size in Holmes County is 3.3 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Holmes County?
There are 21,079 People in the Labor Forcein in Holmes County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Holmes County?
65.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Holmes County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Holmes County?
Unemployment Rate in Holmes County is 2.0%.