Abingdon, VA

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Abingdon Overview

8,346
TOTAL POPULATION
4,140
MALE POPULATION
4,206
FEMALE POPULATION
98.43
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.59
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$46,106
PER CAPITA INCOME
$87,992
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,164
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,871
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,305
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Abingdon Zip Codes

Abingdon Area Codes

Race in Abingdon

The most populous races in Abingdon are White / Caucasian (7,688 | 92.1%), Black / African American (260 | 3.1%), and Two or more Races (202 | 2.4%).
Race in Abingdon
Race# Population% Population
Asian1742.1%
Black / African American2603.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1041.3%
Native / Alaskan220.3%
White / Caucasian7,68892.1%
Two or more Races2022.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total8,346100.0%

Ancestry in Abingdon

The most populous ancestries reported in Abingdon are American (1,832 | 22.0%), English (1,251 | 15.0%), German (898 | 10.8%), Irish (766 | 9.2%), and Scottish (226 | 2.7%), together accounting for 59.6% of all Abingdon residents.
Ancestry in Abingdon
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1,83222.0%
Arab60.1%
Austrian60.1%
Bhutanese90.1%
British1011.2%
Cherokee330.4%
Czech170.2%
Dutch440.5%
English1,25115.0%
European1912.3%
French1151.4%
French Canadian80.1%
German89810.8%
Hungarian60.1%
Indian (Asian)170.2%
Irish7669.2%
Italian1712.1%
Japanese130.2%
Korean110.1%
Lebanese60.1%
Mexican730.9%
Nigerian200.2%
Northern European50.1%
Norwegian240.3%
Polish460.5%
Russian580.7%
Scandinavian70.1%
Scotch-Irish1311.6%
Scottish2262.7%
Slavic100.1%
Subsaharan African200.2%
Swedish821.0%
Swiss400.5%
Thai510.6%
Ukrainian250.3%
Welsh1491.8%
Yugoslavian30.0%
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Immigrants in Abingdon

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Abingdon came from Asia (122 | 1.5%), Europe (86 | 1.0%), Eastern Europe (76 | 0.9%), Eastern Asia (58 | 0.7%), and Russia (58 | 0.7%), together accounting for 4.8% of all Abingdon residents.
Immigrants in Abingdon
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1221.5%
Caribbean190.2%
Central America170.2%
China490.6%
Eastern Asia580.7%
Eastern Europe760.9%
Europe861.0%
India120.1%
Japan90.1%
Latin America360.4%
Mexico170.2%
Northern Europe100.1%
Poland180.2%
Russia580.7%
South Central Asia120.1%
South Eastern Asia520.6%
Taiwan120.1%
Trinidad and Tobago190.2%
Vietnam520.6%
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Sex and Age in Abingdon

Sex and Age in Abingdon

The most populous age groups in Abingdon are 65 to 69 Years (426 | 10.3%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (380 | 9.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Abingdon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years146 (3.5%)141 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Years193 (4.7%)106 (2.5%)
10 to 14 Years186 (4.5%)151 (3.6%)
15 to 19 Years225 (5.4%)186 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Years230 (5.6%)257 (6.1%)
25 to 29 Years346 (8.4%)380 (9.0%)
30 to 34 Years308 (7.4%)301 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years168 (4.1%)225 (5.3%)
40 to 44 Years264 (6.4%)229 (5.4%)
45 to 49 Years223 (5.4%)279 (6.6%)
50 to 54 Years287 (6.9%)330 (7.9%)
55 to 59 Years294 (7.1%)321 (7.6%)
60 to 64 Years312 (7.5%)269 (6.4%)
65 to 69 Years426 (10.3%)181 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years247 (6.0%)320 (7.6%)
75 to 79 Years132 (3.2%)295 (7.0%)
80 to 84 Years100 (2.4%)82 (1.9%)
85 Years and over53 (1.3%)153 (3.6%)
Total4,140 (100.0%)4,206 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Abingdon

Median Family Size in Abingdon

The median family size in Abingdon is 2.65 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,579 | 75.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.68 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (106 | 5.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.22 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Abingdon
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,579 (75.4%)2.68
Single Male/Father106 (5.1%)2.22
Single Female/Mother409 (19.5%)2.68
Total Families2,094 (100.0%)2.65

Median Household Size in Abingdon

The median household size in Abingdon is 1.97 persons per household, with single male/father households (106 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.61 persons per household. non-family households (2,028 | 49.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Abingdon
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,579 (38.3%)2.68
Single Male/Father106 (2.6%)3.61
Single Female/Mother409 (9.9%)2.74
Non-family2,028 (49.2%)1.18
Total Households4,122 (100.0%)1.97

Household Size by Marriage Status in Abingdon

Out of a total of 4,122 households in Abingdon, 2,094 (50.8%) are family households, while 2,028 (49.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,183, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,672.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Abingdon
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,672 (40.6%)
2-Person Households1,183 (28.7%)356 (8.6%)
3-Person Households430 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households338 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households115 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households28 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,094 (50.8%)2,028 (49.2%)

Female Fertility in Abingdon

Fertility by Age in Abingdon

Average fertility rate in Abingdon is 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Abingdon
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years49 (80.3%)52.0
35 to 50 years12 (19.7%)15.0
Total61 (100.0%)32.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Abingdon

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Abingdon
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Abingdon

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Abingdon
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School37 (60.7%)231.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree24 (39.3%)56.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total61 (100.0%)32.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Abingdon

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Abingdon
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Abingdon

Income Overview in Abingdon

Per Capita Income in Abingdon is $46,106, while median incomes of families and households are $87,992 and $56,164 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,346$46,106
Median Family Income2,094$87,992
Mean Family Income2,094$141,074
Median Household Income4,122$56,164
Mean Household Income4,122$92,551
Income Deficit2,094$9,871
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,34633.56%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,34666.44¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,3460.57

Earnings by Sex in Abingdon

Average Earnings in Abingdon are $38,002, $47,861 for men and $31,798 for women, a difference of 33.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Abingdon
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,151 (48.4%)$47,861
Female2,291 (51.6%)$31,798
Total4,442 (100.0%)$38,002

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Abingdon

The most common earnings brackets in Abingdon are $100,000+ for men (362 | 16.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (391 | 17.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Abingdon
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less45 (2.1%)55 (2.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99928 (1.3%)73 (3.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49951 (2.4%)31 (1.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99928 (1.3%)110 (4.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49947 (2.2%)67 (2.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99947 (2.2%)86 (3.7%)
$15,000 to $17,499142 (6.6%)108 (4.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99933 (1.5%)67 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49919 (0.9%)159 (6.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99986 (4.0%)76 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999103 (4.8%)133 (5.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999132 (6.1%)391 (17.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999129 (6.0%)138 (6.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99985 (4.0%)173 (7.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999145 (6.7%)139 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99978 (3.6%)61 (2.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99998 (4.6%)129 (5.6%)
$65,000 to $74,999207 (9.6%)70 (3.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999286 (13.3%)134 (5.9%)
$100,000+362 (16.8%)91 (4.0%)
Total2,151 (100.0%)2,291 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Abingdon

Average earnings in Abingdon are $50,804 for men and $33,357 for women, a difference of 34.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,694, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,795. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,058, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,350.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Abingdon
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$34,795$28,350
College or Associate's Degree$40,688$31,267
Bachelor's Degree$86,694$46,058
Graduate Degree$76,521$39,659
Total$50,804$33,357

Family Income in Abingdon

Family Income Brackets in Abingdon

According to the Abingdon family income data, there are 536 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.6% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 46 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Abingdon
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000462.2%
$10,000 to $14,999964.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991075.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991688.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991788.5%
$50,000 to $74,99931815.2%
$75,000 to $99,99923011.0%
$100,000 to $149,99953625.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991306.2%
$200,000+28713.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Abingdon

5-person families (95 | 4.5%) account for the highest median family income in Abingdon with $145,771 per family, while 3-person families (389 | 18.6%) have the highest median income of $41,854 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Abingdon
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,237 (59.1%)$69,627
3-Person Families389 (18.6%)$125,563
4-Person Families355 (17.0%)$0
5-Person Families95 (4.5%)$145,771
6-Person Families18 (0.9%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,094 (100.0%)$87,992

Family Income by Number of Earners in Abingdon

The median family income in Abingdon is $87,992, with families comprising 3+ earners (124) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (373) have the lowest median family income of $43,594, accounting for 5.9% and 17.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Abingdon
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners373 (17.8%)$43,594
1 Earner691 (33.0%)$63,472
2 Earners906 (43.3%)$116,019
3+ Earners124 (5.9%)$250,001
Total2,094 (100.0%)$87,992

Household Income in Abingdon

Household Income Brackets in Abingdon

With 639 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Abingdon, accounting for 15.5% of all households. In contrast, only 132 households (3.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Abingdon
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002897.0%
$10,000 to $14,9992395.8%
$15,000 to $24,99960614.7%
$25,000 to $34,99941210.0%
$35,000 to $49,99942010.2%
$50,000 to $74,99963915.5%
$75,000 to $99,99947411.5%
$100,000 to $149,99962215.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991323.2%
$200,000+2937.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Abingdon

The median household income in Abingdon is $56,164, with the highest median household income of $76,381 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,378 households (33.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,216, with 242 households (5.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Abingdon
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years242 (5.9%)$24,216
25 to 44 Years1,188 (28.8%)$52,727
45 to 64 Years1,378 (33.4%)$76,381
65+ Years1,314 (31.9%)$41,852
Total4,122 (100.0%)$56,164

Poverty in Abingdon

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Abingdon

With 14.6% poverty level for males and 16.7% for females among the residents of Abingdon, 6 to 11 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 68 males (34.7%) and 10 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Abingdon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (24.0%)31 (22.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)10 (50.0%)
6 to 11 Years68 (34.7%)68 (32.2%)
12 to 14 Years32 (29.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (10.6%)
18 to 24 Years80 (23.6%)46 (13.8%)
25 to 34 Years51 (7.8%)151 (22.4%)
35 to 44 Years55 (12.7%)112 (24.7%)
45 to 54 Years43 (8.4%)94 (15.6%)
55 to 64 Years110 (19.0%)97 (16.8%)
65 to 74 Years125 (19.0%)32 (6.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)41 (8.2%)
Total599 (14.6%)692 (16.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Abingdon

According to the poverty statistics in Abingdon, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Abingdon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years111 (76.0%)110 (78.0%)
5 Years76 (100.0%)10 (50.0%)
6 to 11 Years128 (65.3%)143 (67.8%)
12 to 14 Years75 (70.1%)26 (100.0%)
15 Years23 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years93 (100.0%)84 (89.4%)
18 to 24 Years259 (76.4%)287 (86.2%)
25 to 34 Years603 (92.2%)523 (77.6%)
35 to 44 Years377 (87.3%)342 (75.3%)
45 to 54 Years467 (91.6%)510 (84.4%)
55 to 64 Years469 (81.0%)481 (83.2%)
65 to 74 Years534 (81.0%)464 (93.5%)
75 Years and over274 (100.0%)459 (91.8%)
Total3,489 (85.4%)3,455 (83.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Abingdon

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Abingdon show that 6.6% or 104 of the total 1,579 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 47.8%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.6%, which includes 60 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Abingdon
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,022 (94.5%)60 (5.6%)
1 or 2 Children441 (93.0%)33 (7.0%)
3 or 4 Children12 (52.2%)11 (47.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,475 (93.4%)104 (6.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Abingdon

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Abingdon
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (4.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)69 (38.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)37 (66.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)113 (27.6%)

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

The poverty data for Abingdon shows that 104 of the married-couple family households (6.6%) and 113 of the single-parent households (21.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (47.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 household (66.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Abingdon
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children60 (5.6%)7 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children33 (7.0%)69 (26.6%)
3 or 4 Children11 (47.8%)37 (66.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (6.6%)113 (21.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Abingdon

Employment by Class of Employer in Abingdon

Among the 4,119 employed individuals in Abingdon, private company employees (2,585 | 62.8%), not-for-profit organizations (491 | 11.9%), and local government employees (349 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Abingdon
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,58562.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1413.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1613.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations49111.9%
Local Government Employees3498.5%
State Government Employees2786.8%
Federal Government Employees1022.5%
Unpaid Family Workers120.3%
Total4,119100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Abingdon

According to the labor force statistics for Abingdon, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,384), 58.3% or 4,305 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 172 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.6% or 636 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.2% or 37 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Abingdon
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years129 (34.7%)23 (17.8%)
20 to 24 Years406 (83.4%)49 (12.1%)
25 to 29 Years636 (87.6%)24 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years499 (81.9%)9 (1.8%)
35 to 44 Years736 (83.1%)21 (2.9%)
45 to 54 Years880 (78.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years378 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years203 (34.9%)37 (18.2%)
65 to 74 Years397 (33.8%)10 (2.5%)
75 Years and over43 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,305 (58.3%)172 (4.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Abingdon

According to labor force statistics for Abingdon, 73.4% of individuals (3,329) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,536) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 90 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 88.1% or 1,502 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.5% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Abingdon
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School43 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma728 (59.6%)55 (4.5%)
College / Associate Degree1,057 (77.3%)44 (3.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,502 (88.1%)27 (1.6%)
Total3,329 (73.4%)122 (2.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Abingdon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Abingdon are Community & Social Service (541 | 13.1%), Management (534 | 12.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (358 | 8.7%), Education Instruction & Library (317 | 7.7%), and Health Technologists (286 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Abingdon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Abingdon, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (78.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (83.0%), and Health Technologists (77.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Abingdon
OccupationMaleFemale
Management417 (78.1%)117 (21.9%)
Business & Financial60 (37.3%)101 (62.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science141 (69.8%)61 (30.2%)
Computers & Mathematics56 (64.4%)31 (35.6%)
Architecture & Engineering85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 145 (26.8%)396 (73.2%)
Education, Arts & Media34 (40.5%)50 (59.5%)
Legal Services & Support37 (49.3%)38 (50.7%)
Education Instruction & Library54 (17.0%)263 (83.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment20 (30.8%)45 (69.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating83 (23.2%)275 (76.8%)
Health Technologists65 (22.7%)221 (77.3%)
Total (Category)846 (47.1%)950 (52.9%)
Total (Overall)2,018 (48.8%)2,115 (51.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Abingdon are Food Preparation & Serving (393 | 9.5%), Security & Protection (104 | 2.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (103 | 2.5%), Healthcare Support (102 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (84 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Abingdon

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Abingdon, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (79.3%), Security & Protection (70.2%), and Personal Care & Service (42.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (72.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (63.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Abingdon
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)102 (100.0%)
Security & Protection73 (70.2%)31 (29.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention8 (36.4%)14 (63.6%)
Law Enforcement65 (79.3%)17 (20.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving161 (41.0%)232 (59.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance28 (27.2%)75 (72.8%)
Personal Care & Service36 (42.9%)48 (57.1%)
Total (Category)298 (37.9%)488 (62.1%)
Total (Overall)2,018 (48.8%)2,115 (51.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Abingdon are Sales & Related (479 | 11.6%), and Office & Administration (368 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Abingdon

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Abingdon
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related194 (40.5%)285 (59.5%)
Office & Administration73 (19.8%)295 (80.2%)
Total (Category)267 (31.5%)580 (68.5%)
Total (Overall)2,018 (48.8%)2,115 (51.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Abingdon are , and Construction & Extraction (136 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Abingdon

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Abingdon
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,018 (48.8%)2,115 (51.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Abingdon are Material Moving (264 | 6.4%), Production (177 | 4.3%), and Transportation (127 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Abingdon

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Abingdon
OccupationMaleFemale
Production120 (67.8%)57 (32.2%)
Transportation121 (95.3%)6 (4.7%)
Material Moving230 (87.1%)34 (12.9%)
Total (Category)471 (82.9%)97 (17.1%)
Total (Overall)2,018 (48.8%)2,115 (51.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Abingdon

Employment Industries in Abingdon

The major employment industries in Abingdon include Retail Trade (703 | 17.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (686 | 16.6%), Educational Services (461 | 11.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (393 | 9.5%), and Manufacturing (301 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Abingdon

Employment Industries by Sex in Abingdon

The Abingdon industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.3%), Educational Services (72.7%), and Administrative & Support (72.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Abingdon
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing244 (81.1%)57 (18.9%)
Wholesale Trade90 (60.8%)58 (39.2%)
Retail Trade318 (45.2%)385 (54.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing171 (90.5%)18 (9.5%)
Utilities12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance41 (53.2%)36 (46.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing32 (64.0%)18 (36.0%)
Professional & Scientific146 (61.6%)91 (38.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support21 (27.6%)55 (72.4%)
Educational Services126 (27.3%)335 (72.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance135 (19.7%)551 (80.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation63 (43.8%)81 (56.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services154 (39.2%)239 (60.8%)
Public Administration162 (67.2%)79 (32.8%)
Total2,018 (48.8%)2,115 (51.2%)

Education in Abingdon

School Enrollment in Abingdon

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,262 students in Abingdon are college / undergraduate (358 | 28.4%), middle school (284 | 22.5%), and high school (259 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Abingdon
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool745.9%
Kindergarten806.3%
Elementary School13410.6%
Middle School28422.5%
High School25920.5%
College / Undergraduate35828.4%
Graduate / Professional735.8%
Total1,262100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Abingdon

Out of a total of 1,262 students who are enrolled in schools in Abingdon, 259 (20.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,003 (79.5%) 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 33 (44.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 305 (90.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Abingdon
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds41 (55.4%)33 (44.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old154 (86.0%)25 (14.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds305 (90.5%)32 (9.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds155 (89.1%)19 (10.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds66 (86.8%)10 (13.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds116 (65.5%)61 (34.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds86 (57.7%)63 (42.3%)
35 Years and over80 (83.3%)16 (16.7%)
Total1,003 (79.5%)259 (20.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Abingdon

Business (553 | 20.0%), science & technology (362 | 13.1%), education (335 | 12.1%), literature & languages (241 | 8.7%), and psychology (196 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,772 individuals in Abingdon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Abingdon
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics712.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1736.2%
Physical & Health Sciences702.5%
Psychology1967.1%
Social Sciences1706.1%
Engineering742.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies190.7%
Science & Technology36213.1%
Business55320.0%
Education33512.1%
Literature & Languages2418.7%
Liberal Arts & History1786.4%
Visual & Performing Arts873.1%
Communications501.8%
Arts & Humanities1937.0%
Total2,772100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Abingdon

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Abingdon

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Abingdon are males with 2 vehicles (1,056, accounting for 53.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (865, making up 49.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Abingdon
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle10 (0.5%)25 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle422 (21.2%)795 (37.6%)
2 Vehicles1,056 (53.1%)865 (40.9%)
3 Vehicles362 (18.2%)244 (11.5%)
4 Vehicles91 (4.6%)143 (6.8%)
5 or more Vehicles46 (2.3%)43 (2.0%)
Total1,987 (100.0%)2,115 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Abingdon

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Abingdon are 5 to 9 minutes (986 commuters, 25.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (745 commuters, 19.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (594 commuters, 15.5%).
Commute Time in Abingdon
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1443.8%
5 to 9 Minutes98625.7%
10 to 14 Minutes74519.5%
15 to 19 Minutes59415.5%
20 to 24 Minutes3118.1%
25 to 29 Minutes2967.7%
30 to 34 Minutes3138.2%
35 to 39 Minutes381.0%
40 to 44 Minutes852.2%
45 to 59 Minutes1834.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1173.0%
90 or more Minutes190.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Abingdon

The most common commute times in Abingdon are 5 to 9 minutes (615 commuters, 32.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (371 commuters, 19.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Abingdon
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (1.0%)125 (6.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes615 (32.6%)371 (19.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes391 (20.7%)354 (18.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes244 (12.9%)350 (18.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes194 (10.3%)117 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes83 (4.4%)213 (11.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes152 (8.1%)161 (8.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes5 (0.3%)33 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes48 (2.5%)37 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes84 (4.5%)99 (5.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes50 (2.6%)67 (3.4%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)19 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Abingdon

The most frequent times of departure to work in Abingdon are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (249, 13.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (407, 20.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Abingdon
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM108 (5.7%)144 (7.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM99 (5.2%)47 (2.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM110 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM205 (10.9%)166 (8.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM105 (5.6%)64 (3.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM233 (12.4%)312 (16.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM165 (8.7%)407 (20.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM106 (5.6%)265 (13.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM149 (7.9%)155 (8.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM161 (8.5%)49 (2.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (0.4%)61 (3.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM15 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM172 (9.1%)155 (8.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM249 (13.2%)121 (6.2%)
Total1,885 (100.0%)1,946 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Abingdon

Occupancy by Ownership in Abingdon

Of the total 4,122 dwellings in Abingdon, owner-occupied units account for 2,252 (54.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,870 (45.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Abingdon
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,25254.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,87045.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,122100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Abingdon

Occupancy by Household Size in Abingdon
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,67240.6%
2-Person Household1,53937.3%
3-Person Household43010.4%
4+ Person Household48111.7%
Total Housing Units4,122100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Abingdon

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Abingdon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household690 (41.3%)982 (58.7%)
2-Person Household940 (61.1%)599 (38.9%)
3-Person Household302 (70.2%)128 (29.8%)
4+ Person Household320 (66.5%)161 (33.5%)
Total Housing Units2,252 (54.6%)1,870 (45.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Abingdon

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Abingdon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School81 (28.9%)199 (71.1%)
High School Diploma401 (48.1%)433 (51.9%)
College/Associate Degree564 (43.2%)740 (56.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,206 (70.8%)498 (29.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Abingdon

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Abingdon
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years95723.2%
35 to 44 Years47311.5%
45 to 54 Years58614.2%
55 to 64 Years79219.2%
65 to 74 Years74518.1%
75 to 84 Years43010.4%
85 Years and Over1393.4%
Total4,122100.0%

Housing Finances in Abingdon

Median Income by Occupancy in Abingdon

Median Income by Occupancy in Abingdon
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,252 (54.6%)$70,769
Renter-Occupied1,870 (45.4%)$36,667
Average4,122 (100.0%)$56,164

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Abingdon

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Abingdon
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00072 (3.2%)87 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99950 (2.2%)80 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99998 (4.3%)141 (7.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99988 (3.9%)109 (5.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999183 (8.1%)227 (12.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999144 (6.4%)267 (14.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999203 (9.0%)216 (11.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999343 (15.2%)294 (15.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999205 (9.1%)268 (14.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999491 (21.8%)132 (7.1%)
$150,000 or more375 (16.7%)49 (2.6%)
Total2,252 (100.0%)1,870 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Abingdon

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Abingdon
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300261 (11.6%)73 (3.9%)
$300 to $499537 (23.8%)96 (5.1%)
$500 to $799316 (14.0%)720 (38.5%)
$800 to $999111 (4.9%)501 (26.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499530 (23.5%)241 (12.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999284 (12.6%)20 (1.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49993 (4.1%)22 (1.2%)
$2,500 to $2,99934 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more86 (3.8%)12 (0.6%)
Total2,252 (100.0%)1,870 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Abingdon

Housing Structures in Abingdon

Housing Structures in Abingdon
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,22253.9%
Single Unit, Attached3358.1%
2 Unit Apartments1754.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3157.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments59614.5%
10 or more Apartments2766.7%
Mobile Home / Other2034.9%
Total4,122100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Abingdon

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Abingdon
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,852 (83.4%)370 (16.7%)
Single Unit, Attached173 (51.6%)162 (48.4%)
2 Unit Apartments8 (4.6%)167 (95.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12 (3.8%)303 (96.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7 (1.2%)589 (98.8%)
10 or more Apartments24 (8.7%)252 (91.3%)
Mobile Home / Other176 (86.7%)27 (13.3%)
Total2,252 (54.6%)1,870 (45.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Abingdon

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Abingdon
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)21 (1.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (0.3%)334 (17.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms627 (27.8%)1,116 (59.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms820 (36.4%)248 (13.3%)
8 or more Rooms798 (35.4%)151 (8.1%)
Total2,252 (100.0%)1,870 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Abingdon

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Abingdon
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas534 (23.7%)176 (9.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas18 (0.8%)9 (0.5%)
Electricity1,577 (70.0%)1,666 (89.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene30 (1.3%)10 (0.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels79 (3.5%)9 (0.5%)
No Fuel Used14 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,252 (100.0%)1,870 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Abingdon

Household Vehicle Usage in Abingdon
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle106 (4.7%)164 (8.8%)
1 Vehicle613 (27.2%)1,134 (60.6%)
2 Vehicles1,000 (44.4%)466 (24.9%)
3 or more Vehicles533 (23.7%)106 (5.7%)
Total2,252 (100.0%)1,870 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Abingdon

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Abingdon

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,0951,157
Median Property Value$183,000$234,100
Median Household Income$55,433$247
Monthly Housing Costs$420$86
Real Estate Taxes$1,414$10

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Abingdon

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Abingdon
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000167 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999120 (11.0%)145 (12.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999514 (46.9%)600 (51.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999137 (12.5%)323 (27.9%)
$500,000 to $749,99985 (7.8%)35 (3.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99930 (2.7%)7 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more42 (3.8%)47 (4.1%)
Total1,095 (100.0%)1,157 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Abingdon

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Abingdon
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00074 (6.8%)12 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999279 (25.5%)48 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99966 (6.0%)90 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999118 (10.8%)78 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999167 (15.2%)85 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999106 (9.7%)176 (15.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999157 (14.3%)99 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more128 (11.7%)334 (28.9%)
Total1,095 (100.0%)1,157 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Abingdon

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Abingdon
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x432 (39.5%)103,194 (8,919.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x140 (12.8%)451 (39.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x104 (9.5%)210 (18.1%)
4.0x or more409 (37.3%)208 (18.0%)
Total1,095 (100.0%)1,157 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Abingdon

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Abingdon
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800269 (24.6%)19 (1.6%)
$800 to $1,499246 (22.5%)242 (20.9%)
$800 to $1,499448 (40.9%)366 (31.6%)
Total1,095 (100.0%)1,157 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Abingdon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Abingdon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Abingdon
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years383 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years859 (97.0%)27 (3.0%)
19 to 25 Years661 (97.4%)18 (2.6%)
26 to 34 Years1,054 (87.8%)147 (12.2%)
35 to 44 Years784 (88.5%)102 (11.5%)
45 to 54 Years990 (88.9%)124 (11.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,057 (91.4%)100 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,148 (99.4%)7 (0.6%)
75 Years and older774 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,710 (93.6%)525 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Abingdon

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Abingdon
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born383 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen859 (97.0%)27 (3.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen661 (97.4%)18 (2.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Abingdon

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Abingdon
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,517 (95.8%)67 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,248 (87.5%)178 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,225 (87.5%)175 (12.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999841 (94.5%)49 (5.5%)
$100,000 and over2,805 (98.9%)32 (1.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Abingdon

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Abingdon
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6186 (48.6%)241 (62.9%)
6 to 18 Years277 (31.3%)603 (68.1%)
19 to 25 Years110 (16.2%)551 (81.1%)
25 to 34 Years201 (16.7%)862 (71.8%)
35 to 44 Years226 (25.5%)558 (63.0%)
45 to 54 Years220 (19.8%)826 (74.2%)
55 to 64 Years386 (33.4%)723 (62.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,119 (96.9%)705 (61.0%)
75 Years and over747 (96.5%)458 (59.2%)
Total3,472 (42.2%)5,527 (67.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Abingdon

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Abingdon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years27 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years62 (12.5%)70 (19.1%)
18 to 34 Years23 (2.3%)142 (14.1%)
35 to 64 Years436 (28.7%)517 (31.6%)
65 to 74 Years224 (34.0%)81 (16.3%)
75 Years and over213 (77.7%)188 (37.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Abingdon

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Abingdon: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years27 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)38 (10.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years43 (2.8%)57 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years112 (17.0%)28 (5.7%)
75 Years and over134 (48.9%)113 (22.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Abingdon: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (1.6%)22 (6.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years82 (5.4%)6 (0.4%)
65 to 74 Years77 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (3.6%)18 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Abingdon: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years62 (12.5%)10 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years13 (1.3%)136 (13.5%)
35 to 64 Years173 (11.4%)151 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years66 (10.0%)11 (2.2%)
75 Years and over33 (12.0%)39 (7.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Abingdon: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years17 (1.7%)26 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years148 (9.7%)254 (15.5%)
65 to 74 Years65 (9.9%)53 (10.7%)
75 Years and over106 (38.7%)111 (22.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Abingdon: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years11 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (0.7%)12 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years35 (2.3%)66 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years33 (5.0%)33 (6.7%)
75 Years and over37 (13.5%)19 (3.8%)

Technology Access in Abingdon

Computing Device Access in Abingdon

Computing Device Access in Abingdon
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,00773.0%
Smartphone3,47384.3%
Tablet2,35757.2%
No Computing Device4009.7%
Total4,122100.0%

Internet Access in Abingdon

Internet Access in Abingdon
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.2%
Broadband Home2,93271.1%
Cellular Data Only3939.5%
Satellite Internet771.9%
No Internet75018.2%
Total4,122100.0%

Abingdon Summary

Abingdon is a town located in Washington County, Virginia, United States. It is the county seat of Washington County and is part of the Kingsport–Bristol–Bristol, TN-VA Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is a component of the Johnson City–Kingsport–Bristol, TN-VA Combined Statistical Area – commonly known as the "Tri-Cities" region. The population was 8,191 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Washington County and is a designated Virginia Historic Landmark.

History

The town of Abingdon was established in 1778 by an act of the Virginia General Assembly. It was named for the ancestral home of Martha Washington's family in Oxfordshire, England. The town was originally part of Fincastle County, Virginia, which was divided in 1776. The town was the site of the first courthouse in the newly formed Washington County, Virginia. The town was also the site of the first post office in the county, established in 1792.
The town was the site of the first public school in the county, established in 1803. The town was also the site of the first newspaper in the county, the Washington County Gazette, which was established in 1808.
The town was the site of the first bank in the county, the Bank of Abingdon, which was established in 1814. The town was also the site of the first telegraph office in the county, established in 1851.
The town was the site of the first railroad in the county, the Abingdon Branch of the Norfolk and Western Railway, which was established in 1856.

Geography

Abingdon is located at 36°41'N 81°48'W (36.6833, -81.8000). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), of which 5.1 square miles (13.2 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (1.54%) is water.
The town is located in the Appalachian Mountains, and is surrounded by the Appalachian Trail. The town is located at the confluence of the North Fork of the Holston River and the South Fork of the Holston River.

Economy

Abingdon is the home of the Barter Theatre, the oldest professional theatre in the United States. The theatre was founded in 1933 by Robert Porterfield, and has been in continuous operation since then. The theatre is located in the historic Abingdon Train Depot, which was built in 1858.
The town is also home to the Virginia Creeper Trail, a 34-mile (55 km) rail trail that runs from Abingdon to Whitetop, Virginia. The trail is popular with hikers, bikers, and horseback riders.
The town is also home to the Abingdon Vineyard and Winery, which produces a variety of wines. The winery is located in the historic Abingdon Milling Company building, which was built in 1835.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 8,191 people, 3,521 households, and 2,092 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,611.2 people per square mile (621.7/km2). There were 3,945 housing units at an average density of 776.3 per square mile (300.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 92.2% White, 4.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 3,521 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.7% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.81.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 20.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.3 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,917, and the median income for a family was $41,818. Males had a median income of $30,844 versus $22,813 for females. The per capita income for the town was $19,945. About 11.7% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Abingdon?
Total Population of Abingdon is 8,346.
What is the Total Male Population of Abingdon?
Total Male Population of Abingdon is 4,140.
What is the Total Female Population of Abingdon?
Total Female Population of Abingdon is 4,206.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Abingdon?
There are 98.43 Males per 100 Females in Abingdon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Abingdon?
There are 101.59 Females per 100 Males in Abingdon.
What is the Median Population Age in Abingdon?
Median Population Age in Abingdon is 46.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Abingdon
Average Family Size in Abingdon is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Abingdon
Average Household Size in Abingdon is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Abingdon?
Per Capita income in Abingdon is $46,106.
What is the Median Family Income in Abingdon?
Median Family Income in Abingdon is $87,992.
What is the Median Household income in Abingdon?
Median Household Income in Abingdon is $56,164.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Abingdon?
Income or Wage Gap in Abingdon is 33.6%.
Women in Abingdon earn 66.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Abingdon?
Family Income Deficit in Abingdon is $9,871.
Families that are below poverty line in Abingdon earn $9,871 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Abingdon?
Inequality or Gini Index in Abingdon is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in Abingdon?
There are 4,305 People in the Labor Forcein in Abingdon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Abingdon?
58.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Abingdon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Abingdon?
Unemployment Rate in Abingdon is 4.0%.