Lunenburg County, VA

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Lunenburg County Overview

11,988
TOTAL POPULATION
6,285
MALE POPULATION
5,703
FEMALE POPULATION
110.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,486
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,917
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,438
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,500
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,854
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lunenburg County Area Codes

Race in Lunenburg County

The most populous races in Lunenburg County are White / Caucasian (7,022 | 58.6%), Black / African American (3,929 | 32.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (730 | 6.1%).
Race in Lunenburg County
Race# Population% Population
Asian400.3%
Black / African American3,92932.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino7306.1%
Native / Alaskan20.0%
White / Caucasian7,02258.6%
Two or more Races5154.3%
Some other Race4804.0%
Total11,988100.0%

Ancestry in Lunenburg County

The most populous ancestries reported in Lunenburg County are American (2,554 | 21.3%), English (713 | 5.9%), Central American (647 | 5.4%), Guatemalan (531 | 4.4%), and German (483 | 4.0%), together accounting for 41.1% of all Lunenburg County residents.
Ancestry in Lunenburg County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African970.8%
Albanian420.4%
American2,55421.3%
Arab660.5%
Austrian180.2%
British230.2%
Central American6475.4%
Cherokee440.4%
Choctaw10.0%
Czechoslovakian120.1%
Dutch370.3%
English7135.9%
European870.7%
French230.2%
German4834.0%
Guatemalan5314.4%
Honduran950.8%
Irish3653.0%
Italian1381.1%
Jamaican310.3%
Korean370.3%
Lebanese130.1%
Mexican290.2%
Moroccan60.1%
Native Hawaiian100.1%
Northern European320.3%
Norwegian260.2%
Panamanian80.1%
Polish1321.1%
Puerto Rican330.3%
Romanian130.1%
Russian40.0%
Salvadoran130.1%
Scotch-Irish1050.9%
Scottish670.6%
Slovak210.2%
Subsaharan African970.8%
Swedish70.1%
Swiss40.0%
Thai30.0%
Turkish30.0%
Ukrainian280.2%
Welsh650.5%
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Immigrants in Lunenburg County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lunenburg County came from Latin America (461 | 3.8%), Central America (430 | 3.6%), Guatemala (396 | 3.3%), Asia (86 | 0.7%), and South Central Asia (39 | 0.3%), together accounting for 11.8% of all Lunenburg County residents.
Immigrants in Lunenburg County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia860.7%
Caribbean310.3%
Central America4303.6%
El Salvador50.0%
Europe140.1%
Germany140.1%
Guatemala3963.3%
Honduras190.2%
India30.0%
Iran360.3%
Jamaica310.3%
Latin America4613.8%
Mexico100.1%
Philippines160.1%
South Central Asia390.3%
South Eastern Asia160.1%
Western Asia310.3%
Western Europe140.1%
Yemen310.3%
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Sex and Age in Lunenburg County

Sex and Age in Lunenburg County

The most populous age groups in Lunenburg County are 35 to 39 Years (599 | 9.5%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (485 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years298 (4.7%)272 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Years333 (5.3%)205 (3.6%)
10 to 14 Years401 (6.4%)447 (7.8%)
15 to 19 Years344 (5.5%)257 (4.5%)
20 to 24 Years278 (4.4%)354 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years320 (5.1%)231 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Years402 (6.4%)382 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years599 (9.5%)326 (5.7%)
40 to 44 Years386 (6.1%)296 (5.2%)
45 to 49 Years366 (5.8%)304 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years433 (6.9%)323 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years423 (6.7%)485 (8.5%)
60 to 64 Years474 (7.5%)371 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years401 (6.4%)402 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years386 (6.1%)416 (7.3%)
75 to 79 Years167 (2.7%)243 (4.3%)
80 to 84 Years188 (3.0%)156 (2.7%)
85 Years and over86 (1.4%)233 (4.1%)
Total6,285 (100.0%)5,703 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lunenburg County

Median Family Size in Lunenburg County

The median family size in Lunenburg County is 3.08 persons per family, with single female/mother families (599 | 20.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.15 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (221 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.92 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lunenburg County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,177 (72.6%)3.07
Single Male/Father221 (7.4%)2.92
Single Female/Mother599 (20.0%)3.15
Total Families2,997 (100.0%)3.08

Median Household Size in Lunenburg County

The median household size in Lunenburg County is 2.43 persons per household, with single female/mother households (599 | 13.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (1,569 | 34.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lunenburg County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,177 (47.7%)3.11
Single Male/Father221 (4.8%)2.95
Single Female/Mother599 (13.1%)3.21
Non-family1,569 (34.4%)1.11
Total Households4,566 (100.0%)2.43

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lunenburg County

Out of a total of 4,566 households in Lunenburg County, 2,997 (65.6%) are family households, while 1,569 (34.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,522, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,410.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lunenburg County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,410 (30.9%)
2-Person Households1,522 (33.3%)156 (3.4%)
3-Person Households769 (16.8%)3 (0.1%)
4-Person Households373 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households185 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households53 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households95 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,997 (65.6%)1,569 (34.4%)

Female Fertility in Lunenburg County

Fertility by Age in Lunenburg County

Average fertility rate in Lunenburg County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years104 (100.0%)108.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total104 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lunenburg County

64.4% of women with births (104) in Lunenburg County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.6% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lunenburg County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years67 (64.4%)37 (35.6%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total67 (64.4%)37 (35.6%)

Fertility by Education in Lunenburg County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lunenburg County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma6 (5.8%)12.0
College or Associate's Degree68 (65.4%)78.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (11.5%)52.0
Graduate Degree18 (17.3%)157.0
Total104 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lunenburg County

35.6% of women with births in Lunenburg County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 80.9% 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 Lunenburg County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
College or Associate's Degree55 (80.9%)13 (19.1%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree9 (50.0%)9 (50.0%)
Total67 (64.4%)37 (35.6%)

Income in Lunenburg County

Income Overview in Lunenburg County

Per Capita Income in Lunenburg County is $26,486, while median incomes of families and households are $68,917 and $54,438 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,988$26,486
Median Family Income2,997$68,917
Mean Family Income2,997$76,739
Median Household Income4,566$54,438
Mean Household Income4,566$65,633
Income Deficit2,997$8,500
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,98830.08%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,98869.92¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,9880.41

Earnings by Sex in Lunenburg County

Average Earnings in Lunenburg County are $36,081, $44,232 for men and $30,928 for women, a difference of 30.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Lunenburg County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,791 (54.0%)$44,232
Female2,373 (46.0%)$30,928
Total5,164 (100.0%)$36,081

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lunenburg County

The most common earnings brackets in Lunenburg County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (318 | 11.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (307 | 12.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lunenburg County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less100 (3.6%)124 (5.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99947 (1.7%)40 (1.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49918 (0.6%)64 (2.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99938 (1.4%)6 (0.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499164 (5.9%)140 (5.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99955 (2.0%)165 (7.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49992 (3.3%)7 (0.3%)
$17,500 to $19,999125 (4.5%)77 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49991 (3.3%)117 (4.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999118 (4.2%)248 (10.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99991 (3.3%)151 (6.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999133 (4.8%)307 (12.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999103 (3.7%)172 (7.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999250 (9.0%)134 (5.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999112 (4.0%)152 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $54,999294 (10.5%)75 (3.2%)
$55,000 to $64,999318 (11.4%)57 (2.4%)
$65,000 to $74,999134 (4.8%)63 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999247 (8.8%)204 (8.6%)
$100,000+261 (9.3%)70 (2.9%)
Total2,791 (100.0%)2,373 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lunenburg County

Average earnings in Lunenburg County are $50,368 for men and $32,689 for women, a difference of 35.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,654, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $42,455. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,813, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,362.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lunenburg County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$42,455$23,766
High School Diploma$48,080$21,362
College or Associate's Degree$52,181$33,421
Bachelor's Degree$57,688$48,864
Graduate Degree$83,654$62,813
Total$50,368$32,689

Family Income in Lunenburg County

Family Income Brackets in Lunenburg County

According to the Lunenburg County family income data, there are 737 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.6% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 48 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lunenburg County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000481.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991083.6%
$15,000 to $24,9992678.9%
$25,000 to $34,9992197.3%
$35,000 to $49,99937212.4%
$50,000 to $74,99973724.6%
$75,000 to $99,99959920.0%
$100,000 to $149,99936912.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991896.3%
$200,000+903.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lunenburg County

6-person families (46 | 1.5%) account for the highest median family income in Lunenburg County with $98,000 per family, while 2-person families (1,523 | 50.8%) have the highest median income of $31,002 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lunenburg County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,523 (50.8%)$62,004
3-Person Families796 (26.6%)$75,263
4-Person Families350 (11.7%)$73,571
5-Person Families209 (7.0%)$0
6-Person Families46 (1.5%)$98,000
7+ Person Families73 (2.4%)$96,424
Total2,997 (100.0%)$68,917

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lunenburg County

The median family income in Lunenburg County is $68,917, with families comprising 3+ earners (278) having the highest median family income of $120,714, while families with no earners (572) have the lowest median family income of $30,183, accounting for 9.3% and 19.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lunenburg County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners572 (19.1%)$30,183
1 Earner1,143 (38.1%)$52,983
2 Earners1,004 (33.5%)$85,211
3+ Earners278 (9.3%)$120,714
Total2,997 (100.0%)$68,917

Household Income in Lunenburg County

Household Income Brackets in Lunenburg County

With 977 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lunenburg County, accounting for 21.4% of all households. In contrast, only 105 households (2.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lunenburg County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002014.4%
$10,000 to $14,9994169.1%
$15,000 to $24,99947510.4%
$25,000 to $34,9994169.1%
$35,000 to $49,99960713.3%
$50,000 to $74,99997721.4%
$75,000 to $99,99966214.5%
$100,000 to $149,99946610.2%
$150,000 to $199,9992425.3%
$200,000+1052.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lunenburg County

The median household income in Lunenburg County is $54,438, with the highest median household income of $68,287 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,063 households (23.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 82 households (1.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lunenburg County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years82 (1.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,063 (23.3%)$68,287
45 to 64 Years1,726 (37.8%)$60,172
65+ Years1,695 (37.1%)$48,017
Total4,566 (100.0%)$54,438

Poverty in Lunenburg County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lunenburg County

With 11.3% poverty level for males and 14.7% for females among the residents of Lunenburg County, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (27.9%) and 63 females (52.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years83 (27.9%)39 (14.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years72 (16.1%)72 (20.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)29 (11.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)63 (52.5%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (6.6%)
18 to 24 Years39 (9.9%)82 (20.5%)
25 to 34 Years73 (14.7%)122 (19.9%)
35 to 44 Years33 (4.9%)48 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years35 (5.5%)97 (15.5%)
55 to 64 Years110 (14.1%)38 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years77 (10.0%)126 (15.4%)
75 Years and over86 (19.5%)115 (18.2%)
Total608 (11.3%)837 (14.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lunenburg County

According to the poverty statistics in Lunenburg County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years215 (72.2%)233 (85.7%)
5 Years39 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years376 (83.9%)272 (79.1%)
12 to 14 Years226 (100.0%)217 (88.2%)
15 Years87 (100.0%)57 (47.5%)
16 and 17 Years91 (100.0%)85 (93.4%)
18 to 24 Years355 (90.1%)318 (79.5%)
25 to 34 Years425 (85.3%)491 (80.1%)
35 to 44 Years640 (95.1%)574 (92.3%)
45 to 54 Years599 (94.5%)530 (84.5%)
55 to 64 Years669 (85.9%)818 (95.6%)
65 to 74 Years695 (90.0%)692 (84.6%)
75 Years and over355 (80.5%)517 (81.8%)
Total4,772 (88.7%)4,866 (85.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lunenburg County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lunenburg County show that 1.2% or 27 of the total 2,177 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 1.8%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lunenburg County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,501 (98.8%)18 (1.2%)
1 or 2 Children483 (98.2%)9 (1.8%)
3 or 4 Children114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,150 (98.8%)27 (1.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lunenburg County

According to the poverty data in Lunenburg County, 25.3% or 56 single-father households and 39.2% or 235 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 56 households (60.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 83 households (50.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lunenburg County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)62 (28.2%)
1 or 2 Children56 (60.9%)90 (42.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)83 (50.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (25.3%)235 (39.2%)

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

The poverty data for Lunenburg County shows that 27 of the married-couple family households (1.2%) and 291 of the single-parent households (35.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (1.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 83 household (48.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lunenburg County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children18 (1.2%)62 (18.0%)
1 or 2 Children9 (1.8%)146 (48.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)83 (48.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (1.2%)291 (35.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Lunenburg County

Employment by Class of Employer in Lunenburg County

Among the 4,556 employed individuals in Lunenburg County, private company employees (2,801 | 61.5%), local government employees (457 | 10.0%), and state government employees (452 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lunenburg County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,80161.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2605.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1523.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations1693.7%
Local Government Employees45710.0%
State Government Employees4529.9%
Federal Government Employees2655.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,556100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lunenburg County

According to the labor force statistics for Lunenburg County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,825), 49.4% or 4,854 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 194 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 77.8% or 610 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.4% or 28 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years140 (35.5%)7 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Years329 (52.1%)22 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Years335 (60.8%)28 (8.4%)
30 to 34 Years610 (77.8%)15 (2.5%)
35 to 44 Years982 (61.1%)76 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years968 (67.9%)37 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years526 (57.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years351 (41.5%)8 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years547 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over60 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,854 (49.4%)194 (4.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lunenburg County

According to labor force statistics for Lunenburg County, 61.6% of individuals (3,771) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,121) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 162 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 80.3% or 527 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.4% or 39 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lunenburg County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School483 (41.5%)5 (0.4%)
High School Diploma1,351 (58.1%)140 (6.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,411 (71.4%)59 (3.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher527 (80.3%)49 (7.4%)
Total3,771 (61.6%)263 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lunenburg County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lunenburg County are Management (408 | 8.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (304 | 6.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (252 | 5.4%), Architecture & Engineering (188 | 4.0%), and Community & Social Service (184 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lunenburg County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lunenburg County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (89.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Technologists (98.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lunenburg County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management165 (40.4%)243 (59.6%)
Business & Financial14 (10.6%)118 (89.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science200 (79.4%)52 (20.6%)
Computers & Mathematics21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering169 (89.9%)19 (10.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science10 (23.3%)33 (76.7%)
Community & Social Service 51 (27.7%)133 (72.3%)
Education, Arts & Media20 (40.0%)30 (60.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library31 (27.0%)84 (73.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating26 (8.6%)278 (91.4%)
Health Technologists2 (1.4%)139 (98.6%)
Total (Category)456 (35.6%)824 (64.4%)
Total (Overall)2,599 (55.8%)2,057 (44.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lunenburg County are Security & Protection (307 | 6.6%), Law Enforcement (205 | 4.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (157 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (149 | 3.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (147 | 3.2%).
Services Occupations in Lunenburg County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lunenburg County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (80.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (59.9%), and Law Enforcement (43.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (80.4%), and Personal Care & Service (78.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lunenburg County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support17 (11.4%)132 (88.6%)
Security & Protection109 (35.5%)198 (64.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention20 (19.6%)82 (80.4%)
Law Enforcement89 (43.4%)116 (56.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving94 (59.9%)63 (40.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance119 (80.9%)28 (19.1%)
Personal Care & Service7 (21.9%)25 (78.1%)
Total (Category)346 (43.7%)446 (56.3%)
Total (Overall)2,599 (55.8%)2,057 (44.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lunenburg County are Office & Administration (444 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (392 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lunenburg County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lunenburg County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related233 (59.4%)159 (40.6%)
Office & Administration159 (35.8%)285 (64.2%)
Total (Category)392 (46.9%)444 (53.1%)
Total (Overall)2,599 (55.8%)2,057 (44.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lunenburg County are Construction & Extraction (435 | 9.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (292 | 6.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (36 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lunenburg County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lunenburg County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction435 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair290 (99.3%)2 (0.7%)
Total (Category)761 (99.7%)2 (0.3%)
Total (Overall)2,599 (55.8%)2,057 (44.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lunenburg County are Production (345 | 7.4%), Transportation (332 | 7.1%), and Material Moving (308 | 6.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lunenburg County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lunenburg County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production203 (58.8%)142 (41.2%)
Transportation317 (95.5%)15 (4.5%)
Material Moving124 (40.3%)184 (59.7%)
Total (Category)644 (65.4%)341 (34.6%)
Total (Overall)2,599 (55.8%)2,057 (44.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lunenburg County

Employment Industries in Lunenburg County

The major employment industries in Lunenburg County include Construction (719 | 15.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (575 | 12.3%), Public Administration (575 | 12.3%), Retail Trade (568 | 12.2%), and Manufacturing (503 | 10.8%).
Employment Industries in Lunenburg County

Employment Industries by Sex in Lunenburg County

The Lunenburg County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (84.2%), Educational Services (82.6%), and Professional & Scientific (67.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lunenburg County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting83 (91.2%)8 (8.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction719 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing295 (58.7%)208 (41.3%)
Wholesale Trade61 (58.7%)43 (41.3%)
Retail Trade291 (51.2%)277 (48.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing258 (64.2%)144 (35.8%)
Utilities37 (53.6%)32 (46.4%)
Information7 (50.0%)7 (50.0%)
Finance & Insurance74 (38.0%)121 (62.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing13 (81.2%)3 (18.8%)
Professional & Scientific36 (32.4%)75 (67.6%)
Enterprise Management22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support91 (66.4%)46 (33.6%)
Educational Services45 (17.4%)213 (82.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance91 (15.8%)484 (84.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services89 (48.4%)95 (51.6%)
Public Administration322 (56.0%)253 (44.0%)
Total2,599 (55.8%)2,057 (44.2%)

Education in Lunenburg County

School Enrollment in Lunenburg County

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,328 students in Lunenburg County are high school (642 | 27.6%), middle school (609 | 26.2%), and elementary school (376 | 16.2%).
School Enrollment in Lunenburg County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1265.4%
Kindergarten2038.7%
Elementary School37616.2%
Middle School60926.2%
High School64227.6%
College / Undergraduate32814.1%
Graduate / Professional441.9%
Total2,328100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lunenburg County

Out of a total of 2,328 students who are enrolled in schools in Lunenburg County, 198 (8.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,130 (91.5%) 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 75 (65.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 72 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lunenburg County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds40 (34.8%)75 (65.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old505 (96.7%)17 (3.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds824 (98.3%)14 (1.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds352 (91.0%)35 (9.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds61 (82.4%)13 (17.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds254 (93.0%)19 (7.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds23 (48.9%)24 (51.1%)
35 Years and over72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,130 (91.5%)198 (8.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lunenburg County

Business (212 | 20.5%), arts & humanities (146 | 14.1%), social sciences (126 | 12.2%), liberal arts & history (100 | 9.7%), and education (97 | 9.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,036 individuals in Lunenburg County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lunenburg County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics70.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural777.4%
Physical & Health Sciences393.8%
Psychology343.3%
Social Sciences12612.2%
Engineering403.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology807.7%
Business21220.5%
Education979.4%
Literature & Languages242.3%
Liberal Arts & History1009.7%
Visual & Performing Arts545.2%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities14614.1%
Total1,036100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lunenburg County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lunenburg County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lunenburg County are males with 3 vehicles (631, accounting for 24.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (332, making up 32.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lunenburg County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle146 (5.7%)6 (0.3%)
1 Vehicle375 (14.5%)432 (21.9%)
2 Vehicles609 (23.6%)678 (34.4%)
3 Vehicles631 (24.5%)332 (16.8%)
4 Vehicles456 (17.7%)321 (16.3%)
5 or more Vehicles361 (14.0%)205 (10.4%)
Total2,578 (100.0%)1,974 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lunenburg County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lunenburg County are 15 to 19 minutes (619 commuters, 14.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (599 commuters, 13.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (549 commuters, 12.7%).
Commute Time in Lunenburg County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2114.9%
5 to 9 Minutes47811.1%
10 to 14 Minutes2195.1%
15 to 19 Minutes61914.3%
20 to 24 Minutes54912.7%
25 to 29 Minutes2666.1%
30 to 34 Minutes3498.1%
35 to 39 Minutes2295.3%
40 to 44 Minutes2265.2%
45 to 59 Minutes59913.9%
60 to 89 Minutes3157.3%
90 or more Minutes2656.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Lunenburg County

The most common commute times in Lunenburg County are 45 to 59 minutes (477 commuters, 19.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (393 commuters, 21.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lunenburg County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes133 (5.4%)78 (4.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes235 (9.6%)243 (13.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes137 (5.6%)82 (4.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes226 (9.2%)393 (21.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes299 (12.2%)250 (13.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes111 (4.5%)155 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes183 (7.5%)166 (8.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes57 (2.3%)172 (9.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes138 (5.6%)88 (4.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes477 (19.5%)122 (6.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes222 (9.1%)93 (5.0%)
90 or more Minutes233 (9.5%)32 (1.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lunenburg County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lunenburg County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (371, 15.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (380, 20.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lunenburg County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM213 (8.7%)101 (5.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM151 (6.2%)119 (6.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM103 (4.2%)67 (3.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM371 (15.1%)95 (5.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM360 (14.7%)126 (6.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM316 (12.9%)380 (20.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM325 (13.3%)277 (14.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM232 (9.5%)194 (10.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM18 (0.7%)82 (4.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM113 (4.6%)165 (8.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM37 (1.5%)10 (0.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3 (0.1%)13 (0.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM80 (3.3%)130 (6.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM129 (5.3%)115 (6.1%)
Total2,451 (100.0%)1,874 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lunenburg County

Occupancy by Ownership in Lunenburg County

Of the total 4,566 dwellings in Lunenburg County, owner-occupied units account for 3,188 (69.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,378 (30.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lunenburg County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,18869.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,37830.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,566100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lunenburg County

Occupancy by Household Size in Lunenburg County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,41030.9%
2-Person Household1,67836.7%
3-Person Household77216.9%
4+ Person Household70615.5%
Total Housing Units4,566100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lunenburg County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lunenburg County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household846 (60.0%)564 (40.0%)
2-Person Household1,246 (74.3%)432 (25.7%)
3-Person Household644 (83.4%)128 (16.6%)
4+ Person Household452 (64.0%)254 (36.0%)
Total Housing Units3,188 (69.8%)1,378 (30.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lunenburg County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lunenburg County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School532 (58.6%)376 (41.4%)
High School Diploma1,046 (67.2%)511 (32.8%)
College/Associate Degree1,157 (79.0%)308 (21.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher453 (71.2%)183 (28.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lunenburg County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lunenburg County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years57412.6%
35 to 44 Years57112.5%
45 to 54 Years68615.0%
55 to 64 Years1,04022.8%
65 to 74 Years99721.8%
75 to 84 Years47110.3%
85 Years and Over2275.0%
Total4,566100.0%

Housing Finances in Lunenburg County

Median Income by Occupancy in Lunenburg County

Median Income by Occupancy in Lunenburg County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,188 (69.8%)$65,088
Renter-Occupied1,378 (30.2%)$34,423
Average4,566 (100.0%)$54,438

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lunenburg County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lunenburg County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00017 (0.5%)75 (5.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99946 (1.4%)63 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $14,999211 (6.6%)206 (14.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999110 (3.5%)117 (8.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999104 (3.3%)143 (10.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999326 (10.2%)91 (6.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999434 (13.6%)171 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999647 (20.3%)330 (23.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999556 (17.4%)107 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999391 (12.3%)75 (5.4%)
$150,000 or more346 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,188 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lunenburg County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lunenburg County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300576 (18.1%)4 (0.3%)
$300 to $499787 (24.7%)60 (4.3%)
$500 to $799548 (17.2%)463 (33.6%)
$800 to $999333 (10.4%)377 (27.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499406 (12.7%)144 (10.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999347 (10.9%)15 (1.1%)
$2,000 to $2,499139 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99952 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,188 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lunenburg County

Housing Structures in Lunenburg County

Housing Structures in Lunenburg County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,42675.0%
Single Unit, Attached591.3%
2 Unit Apartments150.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments661.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments140.3%
10 or more Apartments280.6%
Mobile Home / Other95821.0%
Total4,566100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lunenburg County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lunenburg County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,513 (73.4%)913 (26.7%)
Single Unit, Attached40 (67.8%)19 (32.2%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other635 (66.3%)323 (33.7%)
Total3,188 (69.8%)1,378 (30.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lunenburg County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lunenburg County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)10 (0.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms36 (1.1%)42 (3.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms920 (28.9%)687 (49.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,301 (40.8%)568 (41.2%)
8 or more Rooms931 (29.2%)71 (5.1%)
Total3,188 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lunenburg County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lunenburg County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas41 (1.3%)1 (0.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas642 (20.1%)207 (15.0%)
Electricity1,652 (51.8%)686 (49.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene462 (14.5%)449 (32.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels315 (9.9%)35 (2.5%)
No Fuel Used76 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,188 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lunenburg County

Household Vehicle Usage in Lunenburg County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle145 (4.5%)208 (15.1%)
1 Vehicle702 (22.0%)536 (38.9%)
2 Vehicles1,061 (33.3%)348 (25.3%)
3 or more Vehicles1,280 (40.2%)286 (20.7%)
Total3,188 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lunenburg County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lunenburg County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,7751,413
Median Property Value$136,000$151,000
Median Household Income$59,097$201
Monthly Housing Costs$380$0
Real Estate Taxes$550$10

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lunenburg County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lunenburg County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000261 (14.7%)75 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999371 (20.9%)403 (28.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999901 (50.8%)772 (54.6%)
$300,000 to $499,999155 (8.7%)117 (8.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99942 (2.4%)34 (2.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99914 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more31 (1.8%)12 (0.9%)
Total1,775 (100.0%)1,413 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lunenburg County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lunenburg County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00057 (3.2%)13 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999320 (18.0%)6 (0.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999216 (12.2%)105 (7.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999167 (9.4%)110 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999463 (26.1%)267 (18.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999227 (12.8%)184 (13.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999180 (10.1%)329 (23.3%)
$150,000 or more145 (8.2%)211 (14.9%)
Total1,775 (100.0%)1,413 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lunenburg County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lunenburg County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x674 (38.0%)76,725 (5,429.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x329 (18.5%)674 (47.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x195 (11.0%)398 (28.2%)
4.0x or more577 (32.5%)136 (9.6%)
Total1,775 (100.0%)1,413 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lunenburg County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lunenburg County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,166 (65.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499301 (17.0%)834 (59.0%)
$800 to $1,499242 (13.6%)375 (26.5%)
Total1,775 (100.0%)1,413 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lunenburg County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lunenburg County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years671 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,611 (88.9%)201 (11.1%)
19 to 25 Years642 (84.3%)120 (15.8%)
26 to 34 Years732 (72.8%)273 (27.2%)
35 to 44 Years911 (70.4%)384 (29.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,158 (91.8%)103 (8.2%)
55 to 64 Years1,529 (93.5%)106 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,571 (98.8%)19 (1.2%)
75 Years and older1,073 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,898 (89.1%)1,206 (10.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lunenburg County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lunenburg County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born671 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,611 (88.9%)201 (11.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen642 (84.3%)120 (15.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lunenburg County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lunenburg County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,539 (85.7%)257 (14.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,182 (95.0%)115 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,969 (85.7%)329 (14.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,607 (81.2%)371 (18.8%)
$100,000 and over2,590 (95.2%)130 (4.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lunenburg County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6345 (51.4%)352 (52.5%)
6 to 18 Years866 (47.8%)863 (47.6%)
19 to 25 Years103 (13.5%)559 (73.4%)
25 to 34 Years138 (13.7%)630 (62.7%)
35 to 44 Years245 (18.9%)690 (53.3%)
45 to 54 Years319 (25.3%)875 (69.4%)
55 to 64 Years643 (39.3%)1,000 (61.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,545 (97.2%)954 (60.0%)
75 Years and over1,073 (100.0%)673 (62.7%)
Total5,277 (47.5%)6,596 (59.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lunenburg County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lunenburg County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years73 (8.0%)42 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years93 (10.4%)89 (8.8%)
35 to 64 Years394 (18.9%)539 (25.6%)
65 to 74 Years230 (29.8%)273 (33.4%)
75 Years and over225 (51.0%)399 (63.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lunenburg County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lunenburg County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years94 (4.5%)53 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years103 (13.3%)96 (11.7%)
75 Years and over143 (32.4%)88 (13.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lunenburg County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years66 (3.2%)117 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years24 (3.1%)76 (9.3%)
75 Years and over83 (18.8%)47 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lunenburg County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years70 (7.7%)37 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years80 (9.0%)89 (8.8%)
35 to 64 Years89 (4.3%)269 (12.8%)
65 to 74 Years73 (9.5%)86 (10.5%)
75 Years and over67 (15.2%)113 (17.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lunenburg County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years13 (1.5%)21 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years213 (10.2%)355 (16.9%)
65 to 74 Years148 (19.2%)128 (15.7%)
75 Years and over113 (25.6%)337 (53.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lunenburg County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (1.5%)15 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years4 (0.4%)5 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years29 (1.4%)151 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years51 (6.6%)51 (6.2%)
75 Years and over60 (13.6%)157 (24.8%)

Technology Access in Lunenburg County

Computing Device Access in Lunenburg County

Computing Device Access in Lunenburg County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,58756.7%
Smartphone2,81461.6%
Tablet1,93242.3%
No Computing Device1,32529.0%
Total4,566100.0%

Internet Access in Lunenburg County

Internet Access in Lunenburg County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet410.9%
Broadband Home1,11124.3%
Cellular Data Only68715.0%
Satellite Internet1,16925.6%
No Internet1,67636.7%
Total4,566100.0%

Lunenburg County Summary

Lunenburg County, Virginia is located in the south-central part of the state, and is bordered by Charlotte County to the north, Mecklenburg County to the east, Brunswick County to the south, and Nottoway County to the west. The county seat is Lunenburg, and the county is part of the Southside Virginia region. The county was established in 1746 and named for the Duke of Brunswick-Lunenburg.

Geography

Lunenburg County covers an area of 437 square miles, of which 434 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The terrain is generally flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Meherrin River, which flows through the center of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Gaston, Lake Chesdin, and Lake Gaston.
The climate of Lunenburg County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60°F, and the average annual precipitation is around 45 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lunenburg County was 12,914, an increase of 8.3% from the 2000 census. The population density was 29.5 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 28.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.
The median household income in Lunenburg County was $37,945, and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income was $18,945. About 17.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Economy

The economy of Lunenburg County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, textiles, and automotive parts.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Meherrin River State Park, the Lunenburg County Historical Society Museum, and the Lunenburg County Courthouse.

History

Lunenburg County was established in 1746 and named for the Duke of Brunswick-Lunenburg. The county was originally part of Brunswick County, but was split off in 1748. The county seat was originally located in the town of Lunenburg, but was moved to Victoria in 1872.
The county was home to several prominent figures in American history, including Thomas Jefferson, who was born in the county in 1743. The county was also home to several prominent Civil War figures, including Confederate General Robert E. Lee, who was born in the county in 1807.
Lunenburg County has a long history of racial segregation, and the county was the site of several civil rights protests in the 1960s. The county was also the site of a major civil rights march in 1965, which was led by Martin Luther King Jr.

Conclusion

Lunenburg County, Virginia is a rural county located in the south-central part of the state. The county is home to a diverse population, and the economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county has a long history, and was the site of several important events in American history, including the civil rights march led by Martin Luther King Jr. in 1965.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lunenburg County?
Total Population of Lunenburg County is 11,988.
What is the Total Male Population of Lunenburg County?
Total Male Population of Lunenburg County is 6,285.
What is the Total Female Population of Lunenburg County?
Total Female Population of Lunenburg County is 5,703.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lunenburg County?
There are 110.21 Males per 100 Females in Lunenburg County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lunenburg County?
There are 90.74 Females per 100 Males in Lunenburg County.
What is the Median Population Age in Lunenburg County?
Median Population Age in Lunenburg County is 44.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lunenburg County
Average Family Size in Lunenburg County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lunenburg County
Average Household Size in Lunenburg County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lunenburg County?
Per Capita income in Lunenburg County is $26,486.
What is the Median Family Income in Lunenburg County?
Median Family Income in Lunenburg County is $68,917.
What is the Median Household income in Lunenburg County?
Median Household Income in Lunenburg County is $54,438.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lunenburg County?
Income or Wage Gap in Lunenburg County is 30.1%.
Women in Lunenburg County earn 69.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lunenburg County?
Family Income Deficit in Lunenburg County is $8,500.
Families that are below poverty line in Lunenburg County earn $8,500 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lunenburg County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lunenburg County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lunenburg County?
There are 4,854 People in the Labor Forcein in Lunenburg County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lunenburg County?
49.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Lunenburg County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lunenburg County?
Unemployment Rate in Lunenburg County is 4.0%.