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Macon County Overview

$24,979
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,944
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,215
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,605
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
25,365
TOTAL POPULATION
12,408
MALE POPULATION
12,957
FEMALE POPULATION
95.76
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.42
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
12,287
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Macon County Area Codes

Income in Macon County

Income Overview in Macon County

Per Capita Income in Macon County is $24,979, while median incomes of families and households are $67,944 and $51,215 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income25,365$24,979
Median Family Income6,315$67,944
Mean Family Income6,315$78,505
Median Household Income9,164$51,215
Mean Household Income9,164$66,681
Income Deficit6,315$11,605
Wage / Income Gap (%)25,36518.10%
Wage / Income Gap ($)25,36581.90¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index25,3650.42

Earnings by Sex in Macon County

Average Earnings in Macon County are $33,067, $36,358 for men and $29,779 for women, a difference of 18.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Macon County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male6,884 (53.1%)$36,358
Female6,079 (46.9%)$29,779
Total12,963 (100.0%)$33,067

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Macon County

The most common earnings brackets in Macon County are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (626 | 9.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (782 | 12.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Macon County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less387 (5.6%)293 (4.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99978 (1.1%)372 (6.1%)
$5,000 to $7,499223 (3.2%)223 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999130 (1.9%)180 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49971 (1.0%)266 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,999335 (4.9%)178 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499196 (2.9%)174 (2.9%)
$17,500 to $19,999196 (2.9%)260 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499311 (4.5%)234 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,999387 (5.6%)311 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999528 (7.7%)577 (9.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999456 (6.6%)782 (12.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999402 (5.8%)329 (5.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999626 (9.1%)545 (9.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999354 (5.1%)373 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $54,999303 (4.4%)224 (3.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999592 (8.6%)300 (4.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999422 (6.1%)100 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999525 (7.6%)145 (2.4%)
$100,000+362 (5.3%)213 (3.5%)
Total6,884 (100.0%)6,079 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Macon County

Average earnings in Macon County are $41,070 for men and $33,565 for women, a difference of 18.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,935, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $25,158. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,173, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,861.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Macon County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$25,158$34,797
High School Diploma$41,437$27,861
College or Associate's Degree$45,654$34,322
Bachelor's Degree$46,641$44,792
Graduate Degree$102,935$61,173
Total$41,070$33,565

Family Income in Macon County

Family Income Brackets in Macon County

According to the Macon County family income data, there are 1,162 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.4% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 126 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Macon County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001262.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991712.7%
$15,000 to $24,9994677.4%
$25,000 to $34,9995128.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991,10517.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,16218.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991,09917.4%
$100,000 to $149,99998515.6%
$150,000 to $199,9995378.5%
$200,000+1452.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Macon County

5-person families (575 | 9.1%) account for the highest median family income in Macon County with $100,774 per family, while 2-person families (2,956 | 46.8%) have the highest median income of $25,890 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Macon County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,956 (46.8%)$51,779
3-Person Families1,458 (23.1%)$68,281
4-Person Families1,037 (16.4%)$74,292
5-Person Families575 (9.1%)$100,774
6-Person Families228 (3.6%)$0
7+ Person Families61 (1.0%)$0
Total6,315 (100.0%)$67,944

Family Income by Number of Earners in Macon County

The median family income in Macon County is $67,944, with families comprising 3+ earners (681) having the highest median family income of $125,179, while families with no earners (1,138) have the lowest median family income of $33,994, accounting for 10.8% and 18.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Macon County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,138 (18.0%)$33,994
1 Earner1,588 (25.2%)$47,200
2 Earners2,908 (46.1%)$83,667
3+ Earners681 (10.8%)$125,179
Total6,315 (100.0%)$67,944

Household Income in Macon County

Household Income Brackets in Macon County

With 1,650 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Macon County, accounting for 18.0% of all households. In contrast, only 257 households (2.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Macon County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0005135.6%
$10,000 to $14,9994314.7%
$15,000 to $24,9991,03611.3%
$25,000 to $34,9998809.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991,65018.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,59517.4%
$75,000 to $99,9991,19113.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991,12712.3%
$150,000 to $199,9994865.3%
$200,000+2572.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Macon County

The median household income in Macon County is $51,215, with the highest median household income of $72,321 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,758 households (30.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,447, with 2,317 households (25.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Macon County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years329 (3.6%)$49,323
25 to 44 Years2,758 (30.1%)$72,321
45 to 64 Years3,760 (41.0%)$48,333
65+ Years2,317 (25.3%)$40,447
Total9,164 (100.0%)$51,215

Poverty in Macon County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Macon County

With 14.6% poverty level for males and 18.3% for females among the residents of Macon County, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 16 males (27.6%) and 45 females (39.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Macon County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years129 (17.5%)162 (20.5%)
5 Years48 (17.7%)73 (34.3%)
6 to 11 Years246 (26.7%)119 (11.6%)
12 to 14 Years126 (21.0%)254 (38.8%)
15 Years16 (27.6%)45 (39.8%)
16 and 17 Years42 (10.1%)38 (10.6%)
18 to 24 Years180 (15.7%)194 (17.8%)
25 to 34 Years217 (14.6%)518 (29.5%)
35 to 44 Years6 (0.4%)241 (16.9%)
45 to 54 Years357 (22.3%)157 (9.8%)
55 to 64 Years275 (16.3%)347 (20.7%)
65 to 74 Years67 (5.9%)59 (4.8%)
75 Years and over60 (10.7%)147 (16.2%)
Total1,769 (14.6%)2,354 (18.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Macon County

According to the poverty statistics in Macon County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 99.6% of males and 95.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Macon County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years609 (82.5%)629 (79.5%)
5 Years223 (82.3%)140 (65.7%)
6 to 11 Years677 (73.4%)908 (88.4%)
12 to 14 Years473 (79.0%)401 (61.2%)
15 Years42 (72.4%)68 (60.2%)
16 and 17 Years372 (89.9%)322 (89.4%)
18 to 24 Years969 (84.3%)893 (82.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,272 (85.4%)1,239 (70.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,485 (99.6%)1,186 (83.1%)
45 to 54 Years1,246 (77.7%)1,448 (90.2%)
55 to 64 Years1,411 (83.7%)1,327 (79.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,077 (94.1%)1,175 (95.2%)
75 Years and over502 (89.3%)762 (83.8%)
Total10,358 (85.4%)10,498 (81.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Macon County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Macon County show that 4.5% or 221 of the total 4,874 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 21.6%, comprising of 92 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Macon County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,562 (96.9%)83 (3.1%)
1 or 2 Children1,720 (97.4%)46 (2.6%)
3 or 4 Children334 (78.4%)92 (21.6%)
5 or more Children37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,653 (95.5%)221 (4.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Macon County

According to the poverty data in Macon County, 24.8% or 136 single-father households and 31.3% or 279 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 110 households (47.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 90 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Macon County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)32 (8.7%)
1 or 2 Children110 (47.6%)157 (36.1%)
3 or 4 Children26 (21.3%)90 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total136 (24.8%)279 (31.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Macon County

The poverty data for Macon County shows that 221 of the married-couple family households (4.5%) and 415 of the single-parent households (28.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 92 households (21.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 116 household (54.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Macon County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children83 (3.1%)32 (5.7%)
1 or 2 Children46 (2.6%)267 (40.1%)
3 or 4 Children92 (21.6%)116 (54.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total221 (4.5%)415 (28.8%)

Race in Macon County

The most populous races in Macon County are White / Caucasian (23,262 | 91.7%), Two or more Races (1,445 | 5.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,352 | 5.3%).
Race in Macon County
Race# Population% Population
Asian970.4%
Black / African American1780.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,3525.3%
Native / Alaskan210.1%
White / Caucasian23,26291.7%
Two or more Races1,4455.7%
Some other Race3621.4%
Total25,365100.0%

Ancestry in Macon County

The most populous ancestries reported in Macon County are American (6,894 | 27.2%), English (3,610 | 14.2%), Irish (1,579 | 6.2%), German (1,410 | 5.6%), and Mexican (955 | 3.8%), together accounting for 57.0% of all Macon County residents.
Ancestry in Macon County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American6,89427.2%
Australian140.1%
Austrian150.1%
Blackfeet130.1%
British470.2%
Burmese280.1%
Canadian200.1%
Central American1380.5%
Cherokee1380.5%
Chippewa20.0%
Colombian860.3%
Cuban780.3%
Czech370.2%
Dutch1390.5%
English3,61014.2%
European5972.4%
French940.4%
German1,4105.6%
Greek420.2%
Guatemalan940.4%
Honduran60.0%
Irish1,5796.2%
Italian3491.4%
Korean1390.5%
Lithuanian140.1%
Maltese120.1%
Mexican9553.8%
Native Hawaiian140.1%
Nigerian90.0%
Norwegian70.0%
Pennsylvania German140.1%
Polish1150.4%
Portuguese160.1%
Puerto Rican800.3%
Romanian190.1%
Russian530.2%
Salvadoran380.2%
Scotch-Irish3971.6%
Scottish3781.5%
Sioux210.1%
South American860.3%
Subsaharan African90.0%
Swiss320.1%
Ukrainian120.1%
Welsh1300.5%
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Immigrants in Macon County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Macon County came from Central America (388 | 1.5%), Latin America (388 | 1.5%), Mexico (328 | 1.3%), Asia (88 | 0.4%), and Philippines (60 | 0.2%), together accounting for 4.9% of all Macon County residents.
Immigrants in Macon County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia880.4%
Central America3881.5%
Eastern Asia280.1%
Eastern Europe190.1%
El Salvador380.2%
Europe440.2%
Germany100.0%
Guatemala220.1%
Korea280.1%
Latin America3881.5%
Mexico3281.3%
Philippines600.2%
Romania190.1%
South Eastern Asia600.2%
Switzerland150.1%
Western Europe250.1%
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Sex and Age in Macon County

Sex and Age in Macon County

The most populous age groups in Macon County are 55 to 59 Years (989 | 8.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,105 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Macon County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years788 (6.4%)791 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years898 (7.2%)1,018 (7.9%)
10 to 14 Years908 (7.3%)877 (6.8%)
15 to 19 Years664 (5.3%)795 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years968 (7.8%)771 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Years793 (6.4%)839 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years754 (6.1%)935 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years641 (5.2%)532 (4.1%)
40 to 44 Years904 (7.3%)903 (7.0%)
45 to 49 Years776 (6.2%)794 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years847 (6.8%)817 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years989 (8.0%)1,105 (8.5%)
60 to 64 Years721 (5.8%)580 (4.5%)
65 to 69 Years652 (5.2%)773 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years502 (4.1%)480 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years363 (2.9%)484 (3.7%)
80 to 84 Years119 (1.0%)220 (1.7%)
85 Years and over121 (1.0%)243 (1.9%)
Total12,408 (100.0%)12,957 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Macon County

Median Family Size in Macon County

The median family size in Macon County is 3.31 persons per family, with single male/father families (549 | 8.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (892 | 14.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.17 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Macon County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,874 (77.2%)3.23
Single Male/Father549 (8.7%)4.19
Single Female/Mother892 (14.1%)3.17
Total Families6,315 (100.0%)3.31

Median Household Size in Macon County

The median household size in Macon County is 2.73 persons per household, with single male/father households (549 | 6.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.48 persons per household. non-family households (2,849 | 31.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Macon County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,874 (53.2%)3.29
Single Male/Father549 (6.0%)4.48
Single Female/Mother892 (9.7%)3.32
Non-family2,849 (31.1%)1.26
Total Households9,164 (100.0%)2.73

Household Size by Marriage Status in Macon County

Out of a total of 9,164 households in Macon County, 6,315 (68.9%) are family households, while 2,849 (31.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,752, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,429.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Macon County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,429 (26.5%)
2-Person Households2,752 (30.0%)376 (4.1%)
3-Person Households1,492 (16.3%)23 (0.3%)
4-Person Households1,173 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households496 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households326 (3.6%)21 (0.2%)
7+ Person Households76 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,315 (68.9%)2,849 (31.1%)

Female Fertility in Macon County

Fertility by Age in Macon County

Average fertility rate in Macon County is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 141.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 96.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Macon County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years359 (96.5%)141.0
35 to 50 years13 (3.5%)5.0
Total372 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Macon County

83.3% of women with births (372) in Macon County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 17.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Macon County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years297 (82.7%)62 (17.3%)
35 to 50 years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total310 (83.3%)62 (16.7%)

Fertility by Education in Macon County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Macon County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School34 (9.1%)25.0
High School Diploma161 (43.3%)75.0
College or Associate's Degree150 (40.3%)110.0
Bachelor's Degree27 (7.3%)44.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total372 (100.0%)65.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Macon County

16.7% of women with births in Macon County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Macon County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School19 (55.9%)15 (44.1%)
High School Diploma141 (87.6%)20 (12.4%)
College or Associate's Degree150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total310 (83.3%)62 (16.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Macon County

Employment by Class of Employer in Macon County

Among the 11,481 employed individuals in Macon County, private company employees (8,398 | 73.2%), local government employees (1,113 | 9.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (916 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Macon County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8,39873.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1661.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)9168.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations4523.9%
Local Government Employees1,1139.7%
State Government Employees3112.7%
Federal Government Employees1251.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total11,481100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Macon County

According to the labor force statistics for Macon County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (19,914), 61.7% or 12,287 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 442 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 86.3% or 2,572 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.9% or 100 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Macon County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years524 (40.7%)17 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years1,417 (81.5%)26 (1.8%)
25 to 29 Years1,270 (77.8%)100 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years1,268 (75.1%)14 (1.1%)
35 to 44 Years2,572 (86.3%)134 (5.2%)
45 to 54 Years2,219 (68.6%)60 (2.7%)
55 to 59 Years1,434 (68.5%)50 (3.5%)
60 to 64 Years680 (52.3%)41 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years700 (29.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over194 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,287 (61.7%)442 (3.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Macon County

According to labor force statistics for Macon County, 73.0% of individuals (9,439) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,930) are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 396 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 89.6% or 1,083 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.3% or 95 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Macon County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,504 (53.7%)176 (6.3%)
High School Diploma4,675 (74.0%)316 (5.0%)
College / Associate Degree2,184 (83.9%)42 (1.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,083 (89.6%)39 (3.2%)
Total9,439 (73.0%)543 (4.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Macon County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Macon County are Management (908 | 7.7%), Community & Social Service (701 | 5.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (624 | 5.3%), Education Instruction & Library (437 | 3.7%), and Health Technologists (363 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Macon County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Macon County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (78.4%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (75.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Business & Financial (85.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (84.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Macon County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management405 (44.6%)503 (55.4%)
Business & Financial28 (15.0%)159 (85.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science187 (66.8%)93 (33.2%)
Computers & Mathematics87 (78.4%)24 (21.6%)
Architecture & Engineering74 (51.7%)69 (48.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 149 (21.3%)552 (78.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)156 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library67 (15.3%)370 (84.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment82 (75.9%)26 (24.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating191 (30.6%)433 (69.4%)
Health Technologists67 (18.5%)296 (81.5%)
Total (Category)960 (35.6%)1,740 (64.4%)
Total (Overall)6,362 (53.7%)5,475 (46.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Macon County are Cleaning & Maintenance (647 | 5.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (446 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (380 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (296 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (267 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Macon County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Macon County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (92.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (75.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (91.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (77.8%), and Personal Care & Service (50.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Macon County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support32 (8.4%)348 (91.6%)
Security & Protection273 (92.2%)23 (7.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention34 (59.7%)23 (40.4%)
Law Enforcement239 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving99 (22.2%)347 (77.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance487 (75.3%)160 (24.7%)
Personal Care & Service133 (49.8%)134 (50.2%)
Total (Category)1,024 (50.3%)1,012 (49.7%)
Total (Overall)6,362 (53.7%)5,475 (46.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Macon County are Office & Administration (1,183 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (1,018 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Macon County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Macon County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related463 (45.5%)555 (54.5%)
Office & Administration170 (14.4%)1,013 (85.6%)
Total (Category)633 (28.8%)1,568 (71.2%)
Total (Overall)6,362 (53.7%)5,475 (46.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Macon County are Construction & Extraction (971 | 8.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (527 | 4.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (246 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Macon County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Macon County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry246 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction971 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair527 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,744 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)6,362 (53.7%)5,475 (46.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Macon County are Production (1,573 | 13.3%), Material Moving (1,101 | 9.3%), and Transportation (482 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Macon County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Macon County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,128 (71.7%)445 (28.3%)
Transportation261 (54.1%)221 (45.9%)
Material Moving612 (55.6%)489 (44.4%)
Total (Category)2,001 (63.4%)1,155 (36.6%)
Total (Overall)6,362 (53.7%)5,475 (46.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Macon County

Employment Industries in Macon County

The major employment industries in Macon County include Manufacturing (1,966 | 16.6%), Retail Trade (1,832 | 15.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,334 | 11.3%), Construction (1,142 | 9.7%), and Administrative & Support (717 | 6.1%).
Employment Industries in Macon County

Employment Industries by Sex in Macon County

The Macon County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (95.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (84.7%), Finance & Insurance (82.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (82.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Macon County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting336 (95.5%)16 (4.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,060 (92.8%)82 (7.2%)
Manufacturing1,402 (71.3%)564 (28.7%)
Wholesale Trade290 (92.1%)25 (7.9%)
Retail Trade767 (41.9%)1,065 (58.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing189 (38.0%)309 (62.1%)
Utilities44 (61.1%)28 (38.9%)
Information40 (53.3%)35 (46.7%)
Finance & Insurance60 (17.5%)283 (82.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing346 (83.4%)69 (16.6%)
Professional & Scientific71 (29.7%)168 (70.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support468 (65.3%)249 (34.7%)
Educational Services101 (15.3%)557 (84.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance238 (17.8%)1,096 (82.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services161 (23.5%)525 (76.5%)
Public Administration368 (67.9%)174 (32.1%)
Total6,362 (53.7%)5,475 (46.3%)

Education in Macon County

School Enrollment in Macon County

The most common levels of schooling among the 5,527 students in Macon County are elementary school (1,306 | 23.6%), middle school (1,295 | 23.4%), and high school (1,260 | 22.8%).
School Enrollment in Macon County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3636.6%
Kindergarten4157.5%
Elementary School1,30623.6%
Middle School1,29523.4%
High School1,26022.8%
College / Undergraduate86015.6%
Graduate / Professional280.5%
Total5,527100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Macon County

Out of a total of 5,527 students who are enrolled in schools in Macon County, 636 (11.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,891 (88.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 118 (40.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 249 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Macon County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds172 (59.3%)118 (40.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,414 (85.7%)237 (14.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,497 (88.4%)197 (11.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds804 (95.9%)34 (4.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds249 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds509 (96.6%)18 (3.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over64 (68.1%)30 (31.9%)
Total4,891 (88.5%)636 (11.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Macon County

Education (476 | 25.7%), science & technology (331 | 17.8%), business (284 | 15.3%), social sciences (178 | 9.6%), and physical & health sciences (134 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 1,855 individuals in Macon County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Macon County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics382.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural794.3%
Physical & Health Sciences1347.2%
Psychology733.9%
Social Sciences1789.6%
Engineering774.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies160.9%
Science & Technology33117.8%
Business28415.3%
Education47625.7%
Literature & Languages361.9%
Liberal Arts & History110.6%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1226.6%
Total1,855100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Macon County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Macon County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Macon County are males with 2 vehicles (2,039, accounting for 32.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,167, making up 38.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Macon County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle277 (4.5%)142 (2.7%)
1 Vehicle610 (9.8%)1,117 (21.2%)
2 Vehicles2,039 (32.8%)1,167 (22.1%)
3 Vehicles1,477 (23.8%)1,159 (22.0%)
4 Vehicles1,365 (22.0%)1,287 (24.4%)
5 or more Vehicles440 (7.1%)401 (7.6%)
Total6,208 (100.0%)5,273 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Macon County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Macon County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,825 commuters, 16.5%), 45 to 59 minutes (1,816 commuters, 16.4%), and 60 to 89 minutes (1,769 commuters, 16.0%).
Commute Time in Macon County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6315.7%
5 to 9 Minutes7306.6%
10 to 14 Minutes1,82516.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1,47213.3%
20 to 24 Minutes8517.7%
25 to 29 Minutes2011.8%
30 to 34 Minutes6846.2%
35 to 39 Minutes3753.4%
40 to 44 Minutes3943.6%
45 to 59 Minutes1,81616.4%
60 to 89 Minutes1,76916.0%
90 or more Minutes3102.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Macon County

The most common commute times in Macon County are 60 to 89 minutes (1,311 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (881 commuters, 17.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Macon County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes253 (4.2%)378 (7.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes252 (4.2%)478 (9.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes944 (15.6%)881 (17.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes679 (11.2%)793 (15.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes398 (6.6%)453 (9.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes74 (1.2%)127 (2.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes387 (6.4%)297 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes243 (4.0%)132 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes213 (3.5%)181 (3.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,024 (16.9%)792 (15.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,311 (21.6%)458 (9.2%)
90 or more Minutes278 (4.6%)32 (0.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Macon County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Macon County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (895, 14.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (959, 19.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Macon County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM861 (14.2%)472 (9.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM811 (13.4%)105 (2.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM585 (9.7%)777 (15.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM767 (12.7%)356 (7.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM448 (7.4%)501 (10.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM895 (14.8%)959 (19.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM202 (3.3%)462 (9.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM207 (3.4%)232 (4.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM89 (1.5%)108 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM115 (1.9%)106 (2.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM105 (1.7%)287 (5.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM16 (0.3%)119 (2.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM540 (8.9%)471 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM415 (6.9%)47 (0.9%)
Total6,056 (100.0%)5,002 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Macon County

Occupancy by Ownership in Macon County

Of the total 9,164 dwellings in Macon County, owner-occupied units account for 6,577 (71.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,587 (28.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Macon County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6,57771.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,58728.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,164100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Macon County

Occupancy by Household Size in Macon County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,42926.5%
2-Person Household3,12834.1%
3-Person Household1,51516.5%
4+ Person Household2,09222.8%
Total Housing Units9,164100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Macon County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Macon County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,569 (64.6%)860 (35.4%)
2-Person Household2,516 (80.4%)612 (19.6%)
3-Person Household970 (64.0%)545 (36.0%)
4+ Person Household1,522 (72.8%)570 (27.3%)
Total Housing Units6,577 (71.8%)2,587 (28.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Macon County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Macon County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,016 (60.6%)660 (39.4%)
High School Diploma3,115 (69.9%)1,340 (30.1%)
College/Associate Degree1,667 (75.8%)532 (24.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher779 (93.4%)55 (6.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Macon County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Macon County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,71918.8%
35 to 44 Years1,36814.9%
45 to 54 Years1,59817.4%
55 to 64 Years2,16223.6%
65 to 74 Years1,35014.7%
75 to 84 Years7818.5%
85 Years and Over1862.0%
Total9,164100.0%

Housing Finances in Macon County

Median Income by Occupancy in Macon County

Median Income by Occupancy in Macon County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied6,577 (71.8%)$60,709
Renter-Occupied2,587 (28.2%)$36,324
Average9,164 (100.0%)$51,215

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Macon County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Macon County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000222 (3.4%)202 (7.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99951 (0.8%)36 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999234 (3.6%)200 (7.7%)
$15,000 to $19,999246 (3.7%)197 (7.6%)
$20,000 to $24,999351 (5.3%)240 (9.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999507 (7.7%)374 (14.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,204 (18.3%)448 (17.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999961 (14.6%)631 (24.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,021 (15.5%)171 (6.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,041 (15.8%)88 (3.4%)
$150,000 or more739 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,577 (100.0%)2,587 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Macon County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Macon County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300705 (10.7%)103 (4.0%)
$300 to $4991,748 (26.6%)75 (2.9%)
$500 to $7991,153 (17.5%)1,047 (40.5%)
$800 to $999620 (9.4%)729 (28.2%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,333 (20.3%)251 (9.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999755 (11.5%)142 (5.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499168 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99985 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more10 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,577 (100.0%)2,587 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Macon County

Housing Structures in Macon County

Housing Structures in Macon County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached6,41270.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments2973.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2793.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1571.7%
10 or more Apartments971.1%
Mobile Home / Other1,92221.0%
Total9,164100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Macon County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Macon County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,255 (82.0%)1,157 (18.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)297 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)279 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)157 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)97 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other1,322 (68.8%)600 (31.2%)
Total6,577 (71.8%)2,587 (28.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Macon County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Macon County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room21 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms219 (3.3%)510 (19.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,769 (26.9%)1,327 (51.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,965 (45.1%)623 (24.1%)
8 or more Rooms1,603 (24.4%)127 (4.9%)
Total6,577 (100.0%)2,587 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Macon County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Macon County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas988 (15.0%)375 (14.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas649 (9.9%)83 (3.2%)
Electricity4,562 (69.4%)2,070 (80.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene14 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels340 (5.2%)59 (2.3%)
No Fuel Used24 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,577 (100.0%)2,587 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Macon County

Household Vehicle Usage in Macon County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle183 (2.8%)120 (4.6%)
1 Vehicle1,365 (20.7%)1,161 (44.9%)
2 Vehicles2,339 (35.6%)803 (31.0%)
3 or more Vehicles2,690 (40.9%)503 (19.4%)
Total6,577 (100.0%)2,587 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Macon County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Macon County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,1963,381
Median Property Value$154,000$212,600
Median Household Income$46,011$487
Monthly Housing Costs$392$10
Real Estate Taxes$793$255

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Macon County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Macon County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000331 (10.4%)123 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999676 (21.1%)466 (13.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,583 (49.5%)1,848 (54.7%)
$300,000 to $499,999365 (11.4%)810 (24.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99966 (2.1%)120 (3.5%)
$750,000 to $999,99976 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more99 (3.1%)14 (0.4%)
Total3,196 (100.0%)3,381 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Macon County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Macon County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000202 (6.3%)70 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999542 (17.0%)71 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999368 (11.5%)289 (8.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999577 (18.0%)139 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999531 (16.6%)627 (18.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999383 (12.0%)430 (12.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999341 (10.7%)638 (18.9%)
$150,000 or more252 (7.9%)700 (20.7%)
Total3,196 (100.0%)3,381 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Macon County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Macon County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x937 (29.3%)84,809 (2,508.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x403 (12.6%)1,249 (36.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x518 (16.2%)715 (21.1%)
4.0x or more1,257 (39.3%)384 (11.4%)
Total3,196 (100.0%)3,381 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Macon County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Macon County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,576 (49.3%)71 (2.1%)
$800 to $1,4991,142 (35.7%)1,385 (41.0%)
$800 to $1,499402 (12.6%)1,260 (37.3%)
Total3,196 (100.0%)3,381 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Macon County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Macon County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Macon County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,030 (98.4%)33 (1.6%)
6 to 18 Years4,305 (98.3%)76 (1.7%)
19 to 25 Years1,695 (79.7%)432 (20.3%)
26 to 34 Years2,462 (78.5%)674 (21.5%)
35 to 44 Years2,712 (92.9%)206 (7.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,425 (75.6%)783 (24.4%)
55 to 64 Years2,957 (88.0%)403 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years2,378 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,462 (99.4%)9 (0.6%)
Total22,426 (89.5%)2,616 (10.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Macon County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Macon County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,030 (98.4%)33 (1.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4,305 (98.3%)76 (1.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,695 (79.7%)432 (20.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Macon County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Macon County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0003,286 (81.8%)730 (18.2%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,090 (85.4%)874 (14.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,222 (87.7%)594 (12.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,234 (94.5%)188 (5.5%)
$100,000 and over6,587 (96.6%)230 (3.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Macon County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Macon County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,073 (52.0%)989 (47.9%)
6 to 18 Years2,060 (47.0%)2,399 (54.8%)
19 to 25 Years525 (24.7%)1,196 (56.2%)
25 to 34 Years654 (20.8%)1,948 (62.1%)
35 to 44 Years540 (18.5%)2,173 (74.5%)
45 to 54 Years597 (18.6%)1,847 (57.6%)
55 to 64 Years868 (25.8%)2,361 (70.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,339 (98.4%)1,213 (51.0%)
75 Years and over1,462 (99.4%)834 (56.7%)
Total10,118 (40.4%)14,960 (59.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Macon County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Macon County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years65 (2.9%)52 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years406 (15.4%)277 (9.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,023 (21.4%)1,089 (23.1%)
65 to 74 Years434 (37.9%)301 (24.4%)
75 Years and over264 (47.0%)430 (47.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Macon County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Macon County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (0.9%)81 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years416 (8.7%)215 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years338 (29.5%)97 (7.9%)
75 Years and over234 (41.6%)219 (24.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Macon County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years127 (4.8%)138 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years206 (4.3%)194 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years41 (3.6%)31 (2.5%)
75 Years and over8 (1.4%)169 (18.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Macon County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years45 (2.0%)52 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years131 (5.0%)188 (6.6%)
35 to 64 Years361 (7.5%)446 (9.5%)
65 to 74 Years97 (8.5%)49 (4.0%)
75 Years and over6 (1.1%)141 (15.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Macon County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years139 (5.3%)106 (3.7%)
35 to 64 Years496 (10.4%)750 (15.9%)
65 to 74 Years103 (9.0%)241 (19.5%)
75 Years and over33 (5.9%)348 (38.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Macon County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (0.9%)25 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years66 (2.5%)25 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years176 (3.7%)195 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years47 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (5.2%)222 (24.4%)

Technology Access in Macon County

Computing Device Access in Macon County

Computing Device Access in Macon County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,65961.8%
Smartphone7,46981.5%
Tablet5,11055.8%
No Computing Device1,16112.7%
Total9,164100.0%

Internet Access in Macon County

Internet Access in Macon County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet160.2%
Broadband Home5,71662.4%
Cellular Data Only1,57717.2%
Satellite Internet4404.8%
No Internet1,66218.1%
Total9,164100.0%

Macon County Summary

Macon County is located in the central part of Tennessee, in the United States. It is bordered by Sumner, Smith, Trousdale, Wilson, and Clay counties. The county seat is Lafayette, and the largest city is Red Boiling Springs. The county was established in 1842 and named after Nathaniel Macon, a Revolutionary War hero and U.S. Senator from North Carolina.

Geography

Macon County is located in the Highland Rim region of Tennessee. The county is mostly hilly and has an elevation of 1,000 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Red River, which flows through the county from east to west. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Cordell Hull Lake, which is located in the northern part of the county.
The county has a total area of 517 square miles, of which 514 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The county is mostly rural, with only a few small towns and villages.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Macon County had a population of 22,248. The racial makeup of the county was 92.3% White, 5.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,945. The per capita income for the county was $16,845. About 17.2% of families and 21.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 17.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

Macon County is largely rural and agricultural. The county is home to several small farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, hay, and tobacco. The county is also home to several small manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and automotive parts.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Red Boiling Springs Resort, which is a popular destination for visitors from all over the country. The county is also home to several state parks, including Cordell Hull Lake State Park, which offers camping, fishing, and other recreational activities.

Conclusion

Macon County is a rural county located in the central part of Tennessee. The county is mostly hilly and has an elevation of 1,000 feet above sea level. The county is mostly rural, with only a few small towns and villages. As of the 2010 census, Macon County had a population of 22,248. The county is largely rural and agricultural, with several small farms and manufacturing companies. The county is also home to several tourist attractions and state parks.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Macon County?
Per Capita income in Macon County is $24,979.
What is the Median Family Income in Macon County?
Median Family Income in Macon County is $67,944.
What is the Median Household income in Macon County?
Median Household Income in Macon County is $51,215.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Macon County?
Income or Wage Gap in Macon County is 18.1%.
Women in Macon County earn 81.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Macon County?
Family Income Deficit in Macon County is $11,605.
Families that are below poverty line in Macon County earn $11,605 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Macon County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Macon County is 0.42.
What is the Total Population of Macon County?
Total Population of Macon County is 25,365.
What is the Total Male Population of Macon County?
Total Male Population of Macon County is 12,408.
What is the Total Female Population of Macon County?
Total Female Population of Macon County is 12,957.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Macon County?
There are 95.76 Males per 100 Females in Macon County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Macon County?
There are 104.42 Females per 100 Males in Macon County.
What is the Median Population Age in Macon County?
Median Population Age in Macon County is 39.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Macon County
Average Family Size in Macon County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Macon County
Average Household Size in Macon County is 2.7 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Macon County?
There are 12,287 People in the Labor Forcein in Macon County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Macon County?
61.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Macon County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Macon County?
Unemployment Rate in Macon County is 3.6%.