Meigs County, OH Map & Demographics
Meigs County Map
Meigs County Overview
$26,103
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,211
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,255
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,063
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
22,242
TOTAL POPULATION
11,180
MALE POPULATION
11,062
FEMALE POPULATION
101.07
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.94
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
8,895
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Meigs County Area Codes
Income in Meigs County
Income Overview in Meigs County
Per Capita Income in Meigs County is $26,103, while median incomes of families and households are $60,211 and $46,255 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 22,242 | $26,103 |
| Median Family Income | 5,604 | $60,211 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,604 | $76,457 |
| Median Household Income | 8,833 | $46,255 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,833 | $63,186 |
| Income Deficit | 5,604 | $9,063 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 22,242 | 37.71% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 22,242 | 62.29¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 22,242 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Meigs County
Average Earnings in Meigs County are $32,783, $40,452 for men and $25,197 for women, a difference of 37.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,166 (53.5%) | $40,452 |
| Female | 4,484 (46.5%) | $25,197 |
| Total | 9,650 (100.0%) | $32,783 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Meigs County
The most common earnings brackets in Meigs County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (587 | 11.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (348 | 7.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 292 (5.7%) | 276 (6.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 176 (3.4%) | 215 (4.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 375 (7.3%) | 121 (2.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 95 (1.8%) | 215 (4.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 101 (2.0%) | 209 (4.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 76 (1.5%) | 119 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 141 (2.7%) | 336 (7.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 78 (1.5%) | 137 (3.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 141 (2.7%) | 285 (6.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 147 (2.9%) | 315 (7.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 351 (6.8%) | 266 (5.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 339 (6.6%) | 348 (7.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 237 (4.6%) | 292 (6.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 266 (5.1%) | 273 (6.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 229 (4.4%) | 247 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 317 (6.1%) | 186 (4.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 370 (7.2%) | 202 (4.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 394 (7.6%) | 74 (1.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 587 (11.4%) | 171 (3.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 454 (8.8%) | 197 (4.4%) |
| Total | 5,166 (100.0%) | 4,484 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Meigs County
Average earnings in Meigs County are $43,061 for men and $28,189 for women, a difference of 34.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,950, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,116. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,125, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,279.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,116 | $16,279 |
| High School Diploma | $36,113 | $23,526 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,579 | $28,000 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,047 | $48,698 |
| Graduate Degree | $83,950 | $58,125 |
| Total | $43,061 | $28,189 |
Family Income in Meigs County
Family Income Brackets in Meigs County
According to the Meigs County family income data, there are 925 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 151 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 191 | 3.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 151 | 2.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 510 | 9.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 656 | 11.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 846 | 15.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 863 | 15.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 919 | 16.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 925 | 16.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 370 | 6.6% |
| $200,000+ | 168 | 3.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Meigs County
7+ person families (65 | 1.2%) account for the highest median family income in Meigs County with $106,453 per family, while 2-person families (2,895 | 51.7%) have the highest median income of $24,375 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,895 (51.7%) | $48,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,345 (24.0%) | $59,867 |
| 4-Person Families | 924 (16.5%) | $81,071 |
| 5-Person Families | 262 (4.7%) | $88,426 |
| 6-Person Families | 113 (2.0%) | $74,911 |
| 7+ Person Families | 65 (1.2%) | $106,453 |
| Total | 5,604 (100.0%) | $60,211 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Meigs County
The median family income in Meigs County is $60,211, with families comprising 3+ earners (403) having the highest median family income of $150,341, while families with no earners (1,327) have the lowest median family income of $35,515, accounting for 7.2% and 23.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,327 (23.7%) | $35,515 |
| 1 Earner | 2,186 (39.0%) | $46,605 |
| 2 Earners | 1,688 (30.1%) | $94,318 |
| 3+ Earners | 403 (7.2%) | $150,341 |
| Total | 5,604 (100.0%) | $60,211 |
Household Income in Meigs County
Household Income Brackets in Meigs County
With 1,290 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Meigs County, accounting for 14.6% of all households. In contrast, only 194 households (2.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 636 | 7.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 592 | 6.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,086 | 12.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,175 | 13.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,290 | 14.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,290 | 14.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,042 | 11.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,086 | 12.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 450 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 194 | 2.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Meigs County
The median household income in Meigs County is $46,255, with the highest median household income of $52,047 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,501 households (39.6%) 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 158 households (1.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 158 (1.8%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,407 (27.3%) | $47,185 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,501 (39.6%) | $52,047 |
| 65+ Years | 2,767 (31.3%) | $37,283 |
| Total | 8,833 (100.0%) | $46,255 |
Poverty in Meigs County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Meigs County
With 17.9% poverty level for males and 21.3% for females among the residents of Meigs County, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 138 males (26.1%) and 224 females (45.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 138 (26.1%) | 224 (45.2%) |
| 5 Years | 22 (23.4%) | 5 (6.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 118 (13.7%) | 115 (14.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 75 (14.4%) | 103 (26.3%) |
| 15 Years | 46 (24.1%) | 26 (14.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 63 (20.1%) | 45 (15.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 207 (26.0%) | 171 (22.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 163 (13.6%) | 207 (18.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 352 (25.7%) | 233 (16.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 255 (17.4%) | 388 (26.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 212 (13.1%) | 495 (30.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 227 (16.9%) | 174 (12.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 97 (13.6%) | 126 (13.4%) |
| Total | 1,975 (17.9%) | 2,312 (21.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Meigs County
According to the poverty statistics in Meigs County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 86.9% of males and 93.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 390 (73.9%) | 272 (54.8%) |
| 5 Years | 72 (76.6%) | 69 (93.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 743 (86.3%) | 664 (85.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 447 (85.6%) | 289 (73.7%) |
| 15 Years | 145 (75.9%) | 158 (85.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 250 (79.9%) | 242 (84.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 588 (74.0%) | 588 (77.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,034 (86.4%) | 944 (82.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,017 (74.3%) | 1,152 (83.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,210 (82.6%) | 1,056 (73.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,410 (86.9%) | 1,138 (69.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,118 (83.1%) | 1,174 (87.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 619 (86.5%) | 812 (86.6%) |
| Total | 9,043 (82.1%) | 8,558 (78.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Meigs County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Meigs County show that 6.4% or 251 of the total 3,906 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.1%, comprising of 23 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.2%, which includes 160 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,432 (93.8%) | 160 (6.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 961 (93.4%) | 68 (6.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 262 (91.9%) | 23 (8.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,655 (93.6%) | 251 (6.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Meigs County
According to the poverty data in Meigs County, 14.7% or 91 single-father households and 32.8% or 355 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 households (61.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 44 (19.3%) | 85 (22.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 21 (7.0%) | 214 (35.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 21 (25.3%) | 56 (61.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 91 (14.7%) | 355 (32.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Meigs County
The poverty data for Meigs County shows that 251 of the married-couple family households (6.4%) and 446 of the single-parent households (26.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (8.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 160 (6.2%) | 129 (21.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 68 (6.6%) | 235 (25.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 23 (8.1%) | 77 (44.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total | 251 (6.4%) | 446 (26.3%) |
Race in Meigs County
The most populous races in Meigs County are White / Caucasian (21,533 | 96.8%), Two or more Races (569 | 2.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (188 | 0.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 96 | 0.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 188 | 0.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 4 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 21,533 | 96.8% |
| Two or more Races | 569 | 2.6% |
| Some other Race | 40 | 0.2% |
| Total | 22,242 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Meigs County
The most populous ancestries reported in Meigs County are German (3,405 | 15.3%), English (2,569 | 11.6%), Irish (2,505 | 11.3%), American (1,724 | 7.7%), and Scottish (569 | 2.6%), together accounting for 48.4% of all Meigs County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,724 | 7.7% |
| Arab | 6 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 8 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 11 | 0.1% |
| British | 81 | 0.4% |
| Cajun | 5 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 63 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 128 | 0.6% |
| Cuban | 12 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 34 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 12 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 290 | 1.3% |
| Eastern European | 22 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,569 | 11.6% |
| European | 183 | 0.8% |
| French | 517 | 2.3% |
| French Canadian | 9 | 0.0% |
| German | 3,405 | 15.3% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,505 | 11.3% |
| Italian | 444 | 2.0% |
| Jamaican | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 75 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 45 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 7 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 93 | 0.4% |
| Portuguese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 69 | 0.3% |
| Romanian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 67 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 47 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 201 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 569 | 2.6% |
| Slovak | 1 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 8 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 65 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 23 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 1 | 0.0% |
| Tsimshian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 443 | 2.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 25 | 0.1% | View All 47 Rows |
Immigrants in Meigs County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Meigs County came from Central America (40 | 0.2%), Latin America (40 | 0.2%), Mexico (40 | 0.2%), Europe (15 | 0.1%), and Canada (8 | 0.0%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Meigs County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Canada | 8 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 40 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| England | 6 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 15 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 7 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 40 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 40 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 6 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 7 | 0.0% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Meigs County
Sex and Age in Meigs County
The most populous age groups in Meigs County are 60 to 64 Years (863 | 7.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (960 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 567 (5.1%) | 524 (4.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 745 (6.7%) | 463 (4.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 778 (7.0%) | 820 (7.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 751 (6.7%) | 697 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 550 (4.9%) | 533 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 610 (5.5%) | 583 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 590 (5.3%) | 568 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 588 (5.3%) | 678 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 784 (7.0%) | 707 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 683 (6.1%) | 706 (6.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 794 (7.1%) | 738 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 784 (7.0%) | 690 (6.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 863 (7.7%) | 960 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 757 (6.8%) | 756 (6.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 597 (5.3%) | 620 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 343 (3.1%) | 401 (3.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 168 (1.5%) | 211 (1.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 228 (2.0%) | 407 (3.7%) |
| Total | 11,180 (100.0%) | 11,062 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Meigs County
Median Family Size in Meigs County
The median family size in Meigs County is 3.12 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,081 | 19.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (617 | 11.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.94 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,906 (69.7%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 617 (11.0%) | 2.94 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,081 (19.3%) | 3.30 |
| Total Families | 5,604 (100.0%) | 3.12 |
Median Household Size in Meigs County
The median household size in Meigs County is 2.49 persons per household, with single male/father households (617 | 7.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.55 persons per household. non-family households (3,229 | 36.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,906 (44.2%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 617 (7.0%) | 3.55 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,081 (12.2%) | 3.52 |
| Non-family | 3,229 (36.6%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 8,833 (100.0%) | 2.49 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Meigs County
Out of a total of 8,833 households in Meigs County, 5,604 (63.4%) are family households, while 3,229 (36.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,552, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,798.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,798 (31.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,552 (28.9%) | 351 (4.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,511 (17.1%) | 80 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 911 (10.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 420 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 127 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 83 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,604 (63.4%) | 3,229 (36.6%) |
Female Fertility in Meigs County
Fertility by Age in Meigs County
Average fertility rate in Meigs County is 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.1% 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 | 138 (83.1%) | 82.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 28 (16.9%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 36.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Meigs County
40.4% of women with births (166) in Meigs County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 70.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 7.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 41 (29.7%) | 97 (70.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 26 (92.9%) | 2 (7.1%) |
| Total | 67 (40.4%) | 99 (59.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Meigs County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 138 (83.1%) | 98.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 28 (16.9%) | 15.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 166 (100.0%) | 36.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Meigs County
59.6% of women with births in Meigs County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 92.9% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 70.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 41 (29.7%) | 97 (70.3%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 26 (92.9%) | 2 (7.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 67 (40.4%) | 99 (59.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Meigs County
Employment by Class of Employer in Meigs County
Among the 8,159 employed individuals in Meigs County, private company employees (5,475 | 67.1%), local government employees (754 | 9.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (650 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,475 | 67.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 118 | 1.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 650 | 8.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 582 | 7.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 754 | 9.2% |
| State Government Employees | 363 | 4.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 217 | 2.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 8,159 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Meigs County
According to the labor force statistics for Meigs County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (17,970), 49.5% or 8,895 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.4% or 569 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 77.5% or 897 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.9% or 28 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 280 (26.1%) | 22 (7.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 663 (61.2%) | 133 (20.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 821 (68.8%) | 68 (8.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 897 (77.5%) | 99 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,126 (77.1%) | 53 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,030 (69.5%) | 138 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 772 (52.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 749 (41.1%) | 23 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 459 (16.8%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 107 (6.1%) | 28 (25.9%) |
| Total | 8,895 (49.5%) | 569 (6.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Meigs County
According to labor force statistics for Meigs County, 65.3% of individuals (7,396) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (11,326) are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 377 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 83.2% or 1,110 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.2% or 68 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 666 (45.2%) | 150 (10.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,871 (58.4%) | 236 (4.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,748 (76.3%) | 220 (6.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,110 (83.2%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| Total | 7,396 (65.3%) | 578 (5.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Meigs County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meigs County are Management (681 | 8.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (588 | 7.0%), Community & Social Service (548 | 6.6%), Health Technologists (358 | 4.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (344 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meigs County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (72.2%), and Management (65.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.4%), Health Technologists (86.9%), and Business & Financial (77.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 447 (65.6%) | 234 (34.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 51 (22.2%) | 179 (77.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 117 (53.4%) | 102 (46.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 39 (30.9%) | 87 (69.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 39 (72.2%) | 15 (27.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 231 (42.1%) | 317 (57.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 78 (62.4%) | 47 (37.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 12 (40.0%) | 18 (60.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 117 (34.0%) | 227 (66.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 24 (49.0%) | 25 (51.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 74 (12.6%) | 514 (87.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 47 (13.1%) | 311 (86.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 920 (40.6%) | 1,346 (59.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,424 (53.1%) | 3,912 (46.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Meigs County are Healthcare Support (562 | 6.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (436 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (427 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (281 | 3.4%), and Security & Protection (99 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Meigs County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (93.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (78.7%), and Security & Protection (63.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (94.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (91.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (75.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 174 (31.0%) | 388 (69.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 63 (63.6%) | 36 (36.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 3 (8.6%) | 32 (91.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 60 (93.8%) | 4 (6.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 108 (24.8%) | 328 (75.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 336 (78.7%) | 91 (21.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 17 (6.0%) | 264 (94.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 698 (38.7%) | 1,107 (61.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,424 (53.1%) | 3,912 (46.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Meigs County are Office & Administration (711 | 8.5%), and Sales & Related (687 | 8.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 201 (29.3%) | 486 (70.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 118 (16.6%) | 593 (83.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 319 (22.8%) | 1,079 (77.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,424 (53.1%) | 3,912 (46.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Meigs County are Construction & Extraction (691 | 8.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (318 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (139 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 117 (84.2%) | 22 (15.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 691 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 318 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,126 (98.1%) | 22 (1.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,424 (53.1%) | 3,912 (46.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Meigs County are Production (635 | 7.6%), Transportation (598 | 7.2%), and Material Moving (486 | 5.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 524 (82.5%) | 111 (17.5%) |
| Transportation | 543 (90.8%) | 55 (9.2%) |
| Material Moving | 294 (60.5%) | 192 (39.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,361 (79.2%) | 358 (20.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,424 (53.1%) | 3,912 (46.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Meigs County
Employment Industries in Meigs County
The major employment industries in Meigs County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,547 | 18.6%), Retail Trade (1,111 | 13.3%), Construction (917 | 11.0%), Manufacturing (754 | 9.0%), and Educational Services (701 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Meigs County
The Meigs County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (92.4%), and Manufacturing (88.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (81.2%), Professional & Scientific (79.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (78.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 179 (78.5%) | 49 (21.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 847 (92.4%) | 70 (7.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 666 (88.3%) | 88 (11.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 71 (47.6%) | 78 (52.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 504 (45.4%) | 607 (54.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 375 (76.2%) | 117 (23.8%) |
| Utilities | 144 (58.5%) | 102 (41.5%) |
| Information | 43 (78.2%) | 12 (21.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 68 (51.1%) | 65 (48.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 19 (18.8%) | 82 (81.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 30 (20.3%) | 118 (79.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 223 (75.6%) | 72 (24.4%) |
| Educational Services | 215 (30.7%) | 486 (69.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 338 (21.8%) | 1,209 (78.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 17 (56.7%) | 13 (43.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 178 (38.2%) | 288 (61.8%) |
| Public Administration | 205 (47.0%) | 231 (53.0%) |
| Total | 4,424 (53.1%) | 3,912 (46.9%) |
Education in Meigs County
School Enrollment in Meigs County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,665 students in Meigs County are high school (1,336 | 28.6%), middle school (1,172 | 25.1%), and elementary school (1,095 | 23.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 198 | 4.2% |
| Kindergarten | 231 | 5.0% |
| Elementary School | 1,095 | 23.5% |
| Middle School | 1,172 | 25.1% |
| High School | 1,336 | 28.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 609 | 13.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 24 | 0.5% |
| Total | 4,665 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Meigs County
Out of a total of 4,665 students who are enrolled in schools in Meigs County, 401 (8.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,264 (91.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 21 (26.6% 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 910 (97.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 137 (89.5%) | 16 (10.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,033 (90.8%) | 104 (9.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,453 (92.8%) | 112 (7.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 910 (97.3%) | 25 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 296 (76.7%) | 90 (23.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 313 (95.1%) | 16 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 64 (79.0%) | 17 (21.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 58 (73.4%) | 21 (26.6%) |
| Total | 4,264 (91.4%) | 401 (8.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Meigs County
Education (373 | 18.7%), business (306 | 15.3%), science & technology (302 | 15.1%), liberal arts & history (184 | 9.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (134 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,996 individuals in Meigs County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 | 1.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 134 | 6.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 38 | 1.9% |
| Psychology | 61 | 3.1% |
| Social Sciences | 66 | 3.3% |
| Engineering | 113 | 5.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 107 | 5.4% |
| Science & Technology | 302 | 15.1% |
| Business | 306 | 15.3% |
| Education | 373 | 18.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 42 | 2.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 184 | 9.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 105 | 5.3% |
| Communications | 50 | 2.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 95 | 4.8% |
| Total | 1,996 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Meigs County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Meigs County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Meigs County are males with 2 vehicles (1,613, accounting for 37.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,205, making up 42.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 106 (2.4%) | 55 (1.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 402 (9.2%) | 570 (15.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,613 (37.0%) | 1,205 (31.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,137 (26.1%) | 1,201 (31.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 603 (13.9%) | 403 (10.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 492 (11.3%) | 372 (9.8%) |
| Total | 4,353 (100.0%) | 3,806 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Meigs County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Meigs County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,419 commuters, 18.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (872 commuters, 11.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (832 commuters, 10.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 227 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 675 | 8.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 832 | 10.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 872 | 11.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 746 | 9.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 578 | 7.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,419 | 18.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 518 | 6.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 189 | 2.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 768 | 9.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 456 | 5.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 489 | 6.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Meigs County
The most common commute times in Meigs County are 30 to 34 minutes (621 commuters, 15.2%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (798 commuters, 21.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 112 (2.7%) | 115 (3.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 283 (6.9%) | 392 (10.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 479 (11.7%) | 353 (9.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 340 (8.3%) | 532 (14.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 339 (8.3%) | 407 (11.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 287 (7.0%) | 291 (7.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 621 (15.2%) | 798 (21.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 233 (5.7%) | 285 (7.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 124 (3.0%) | 65 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 495 (12.1%) | 273 (7.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 381 (9.3%) | 75 (2.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 398 (9.7%) | 91 (2.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Meigs County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Meigs County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (610, 14.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (738, 20.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 362 (8.8%) | 244 (6.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 318 (7.8%) | 110 (3.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 411 (10.0%) | 161 (4.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 610 (14.9%) | 309 (8.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 304 (7.4%) | 307 (8.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 387 (9.5%) | 738 (20.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 344 (8.4%) | 492 (13.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 247 (6.0%) | 380 (10.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 141 (3.5%) | 326 (8.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 127 (3.1%) | 99 (2.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 83 (2.0%) | 117 (3.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 288 (7.0%) | 165 (4.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 470 (11.5%) | 176 (4.8%) |
| Total | 4,092 (100.0%) | 3,677 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Meigs County
Occupancy by Ownership in Meigs County
Of the total 8,833 dwellings in Meigs County, owner-occupied units account for 6,629 (75.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,204 (24.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,629 | 75.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,204 | 24.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,833 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Meigs County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,798 | 31.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,903 | 32.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,591 | 18.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,541 | 17.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,833 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Meigs County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,761 (62.9%) | 1,037 (37.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,451 (84.4%) | 452 (15.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,154 (72.5%) | 437 (27.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,263 (82.0%) | 278 (18.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,629 (75.0%) | 2,204 (24.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Meigs County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 732 (63.0%) | 429 (36.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,683 (76.4%) | 828 (23.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,254 (74.8%) | 760 (25.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 960 (83.7%) | 187 (16.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Meigs County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,173 | 13.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,392 | 15.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,509 | 17.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,992 | 22.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,710 | 19.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 672 | 7.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 385 | 4.4% |
| Total | 8,833 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Meigs County
Median Income by Occupancy in Meigs County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,629 (75.0%) | $55,242 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,204 (24.9%) | $26,667 |
| Average | 8,833 (100.0%) | $46,255 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Meigs County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 341 (5.1%) | 108 (4.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 84 (1.3%) | 105 (4.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 215 (3.2%) | 379 (17.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 304 (4.6%) | 250 (11.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 341 (5.1%) | 190 (8.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 786 (11.9%) | 386 (17.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 981 (14.8%) | 312 (14.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,140 (17.2%) | 147 (6.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 871 (13.1%) | 170 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 974 (14.7%) | 112 (5.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 592 (8.9%) | 45 (2.0%) |
| Total | 6,629 (100.0%) | 2,204 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Meigs County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,079 (16.3%) | 123 (5.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,639 (24.7%) | 201 (9.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,593 (24.0%) | 720 (32.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 737 (11.1%) | 318 (14.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,128 (17.0%) | 248 (11.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 383 (5.8%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 36 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 9 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 25 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,629 (100.0%) | 2,204 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Meigs County
Housing Structures in Meigs County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,969 | 67.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 46 | 0.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 112 | 1.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 88 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 48 | 0.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 306 | 3.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,264 | 25.6% |
| Total | 8,833 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Meigs County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,855 (81.3%) | 1,114 (18.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1 (2.2%) | 45 (97.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 2 (1.8%) | 110 (98.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 306 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,771 (78.2%) | 493 (21.8%) |
| Total | 6,629 (75.0%) | 2,204 (24.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Meigs County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 8 (0.1%) | 76 (3.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 239 (3.6%) | 356 (16.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,276 (34.3%) | 1,082 (49.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,649 (40.0%) | 592 (26.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,457 (22.0%) | 98 (4.4%) |
| Total | 6,629 (100.0%) | 2,204 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Meigs County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,706 (25.7%) | 640 (29.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 997 (15.0%) | 323 (14.7%) |
| Electricity | 3,329 (50.2%) | 1,165 (52.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 48 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 541 (8.2%) | 76 (3.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 8 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,629 (100.0%) | 2,204 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Meigs County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 192 (2.9%) | 394 (17.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,495 (22.6%) | 968 (43.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,413 (36.4%) | 579 (26.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,529 (38.2%) | 263 (11.9%) |
| Total | 6,629 (100.0%) | 2,204 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Meigs County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Meigs County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,063 | 2,566 |
| Median Property Value | $97,900 | $116,300 |
| Median Household Income | $45,728 | $353 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $418 | $25 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $919 | $114 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Meigs County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,155 (28.4%) | 284 (11.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 934 (23.0%) | 809 (31.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,695 (41.7%) | 1,297 (50.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 166 (4.1%) | 150 (5.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 28 (0.7%) | 11 (0.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 57 (1.4%) | 15 (0.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 28 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,063 (100.0%) | 2,566 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Meigs County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 407 (10.0%) | 35 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 596 (14.7%) | 18 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 580 (14.3%) | 264 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 654 (16.1%) | 206 (8.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 796 (19.6%) | 327 (12.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 417 (10.3%) | 344 (13.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 374 (9.2%) | 454 (17.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 239 (5.9%) | 600 (23.4%) |
| Total | 4,063 (100.0%) | 2,566 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Meigs County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,997 (49.1%) | 78,822 (3,071.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 597 (14.7%) | 1,521 (59.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 266 (6.6%) | 463 (18.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,047 (25.8%) | 275 (10.7%) |
| Total | 4,063 (100.0%) | 2,566 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Meigs County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,741 (42.8%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,070 (26.3%) | 623 (24.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,093 (26.9%) | 960 (37.4%) |
| Total | 4,063 (100.0%) | 2,566 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Meigs County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meigs County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,227 (97.5%) | 32 (2.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,740 (97.1%) | 110 (2.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,373 (87.6%) | 195 (12.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,668 (79.5%) | 429 (20.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,282 (82.9%) | 472 (17.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,587 (88.9%) | 322 (11.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,035 (93.2%) | 220 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,693 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,616 (97.7%) | 38 (2.3%) |
| Total | 20,221 (91.7%) | 1,818 (8.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Meigs County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,227 (97.5%) | 32 (2.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,740 (97.1%) | 110 (2.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,373 (87.6%) | 195 (12.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Meigs County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,919 (91.8%) | 349 (8.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,923 (90.2%) | 536 (9.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,183 (91.8%) | 283 (8.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,744 (88.5%) | 358 (11.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,438 (94.9%) | 292 (5.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meigs County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 603 (47.9%) | 701 (55.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,890 (49.1%) | 1,998 (51.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 748 (47.7%) | 683 (43.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 902 (43.0%) | 912 (43.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 683 (24.8%) | 1,699 (61.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 932 (32.0%) | 1,716 (59.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,487 (45.7%) | 1,711 (52.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,627 (97.6%) | 1,662 (61.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,601 (96.8%) | 1,138 (68.8%) |
| Total | 11,473 (52.1%) | 12,220 (55.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Meigs County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 233 (11.5%) | 154 (8.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 281 (14.1%) | 171 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 905 (20.3%) | 1,120 (25.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 569 (42.3%) | 458 (34.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 486 (67.9%) | 578 (61.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Meigs County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 166 (8.3%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 291 (6.5%) | 151 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 312 (23.2%) | 152 (11.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 423 (59.1%) | 217 (23.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 37 (1.8%) | 29 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (0.5%) | 65 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 218 (4.9%) | 275 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 97 (7.2%) | 73 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (2.5%) | 101 (10.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 200 (9.9%) | 120 (6.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 111 (5.6%) | 121 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 197 (4.4%) | 400 (9.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 223 (16.6%) | 136 (10.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 89 (12.4%) | 247 (26.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (1.5%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 525 (11.8%) | 612 (13.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 360 (26.8%) | 354 (26.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 327 (45.7%) | 552 (58.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 19 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 140 (3.1%) | 110 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (3.5%) | 80 (5.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 51 (7.1%) | 212 (22.6%) |
Technology Access in Meigs County
Computing Device Access in Meigs County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,389 | 61.0% |
| Smartphone | 6,759 | 76.5% |
| Tablet | 4,666 | 52.8% |
| No Computing Device | 1,313 | 14.9% |
| Total | 8,833 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Meigs County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 54 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 4,387 | 49.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,150 | 13.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,003 | 11.4% |
| No Internet | 2,319 | 26.3% |
| Total | 8,833 | 100.0% |
Meigs County Summary
Meigs County is located in the southeastern corner of Ohio, along the Ohio River. It is bordered by Gallia County to the east, Athens County to the north, Washington County to the west, and Mason County, West Virginia to the south. The county seat is Pomeroy, and the largest city is Middleport. The county was established in 1819 and named after Return J. Meigs, Jr., the fourth Governor of Ohio.
Geography
Meigs County covers an area of 437 square miles, of which 431 square miles is land and 6 square miles is water. The county is located in the Appalachian Plateau region of Ohio, and is characterized by rolling hills and valleys. The Ohio River forms the county's southern border, and the Shade River flows through the county from east to west. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 1,092 feet.
The county is home to several state parks and wildlife areas, including Burr Oak State Park, Shade River State Wildlife Area, and Wolf Run State Park. The Wayne National Forest is located in the northern part of the county.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 25,153 people, 10,072 households, and 6,945 families living in Meigs County. The population density was 58.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $44,945. The per capita income for the county was $18,845. About 15.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Meigs County's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are corn, soybeans, and hay. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a steel mill, a paper mill, and a plastics plant.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Meigs County Historical Society Museum, the Meigs County Fairgrounds, and the Meigs County Courthouse.
Meigs County is served by two school districts, the Eastern Local School District and the Southern Local School District. The county is also home to Ohio University Southern Campus, a branch of Ohio University.
Meigs County is served by two major highways, State Route 7 and State Route 124. The county is also served by the Ohio Central Railroad, which runs through the county from east to west.
Conclusion
Meigs County is a rural county located in the southeastern corner of Ohio. It is bordered by the Ohio River to the south and the Shade River to the east. The county is home to several state parks and wildlife areas, and is largely agricultural and manufacturing-based. The county is served by two school districts, two major highways, and the Ohio Central Railroad.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Meigs County?
Per Capita income in Meigs County is $26,103.
What is the Median Family Income in Meigs County?
Median Family Income in Meigs County is $60,211.
What is the Median Household income in Meigs County?
Median Household Income in Meigs County is $46,255.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Meigs County?
Income or Wage Gap in Meigs County is 37.7%.
Women in Meigs County earn 62.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Meigs County?
Family Income Deficit in Meigs County is $9,063.
Families that are below poverty line in Meigs County earn $9,063 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Meigs County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Meigs County is 0.46.
What is the Total Population of Meigs County?
Total Population of Meigs County is 22,242.
What is the Total Male Population of Meigs County?
Total Male Population of Meigs County is 11,180.
What is the Total Female Population of Meigs County?
Total Female Population of Meigs County is 11,062.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Meigs County?
There are 101.07 Males per 100 Females in Meigs County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Meigs County?
There are 98.94 Females per 100 Males in Meigs County.
What is the Median Population Age in Meigs County?
Median Population Age in Meigs County is 43.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Meigs County
Average Family Size in Meigs County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Meigs County
Average Household Size in Meigs County is 2.5 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Meigs County?
There are 8,895 People in the Labor Forcein in Meigs County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Meigs County?
49.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Meigs County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Meigs County?
Unemployment Rate in Meigs County is 6.4%.