Forest, VA

Forest Map

Forest Map

Forest Overview

11,559
TOTAL POPULATION
5,369
MALE POPULATION
6,190
FEMALE POPULATION
86.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.29
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$45,115
PER CAPITA INCOME
$87,826
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$78,327
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,006
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,891
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Forest Zip Codes

Race in Forest

The most populous races in Forest are White / Caucasian (9,096 | 78.7%), Black / African American (1,159 | 10.0%), and Two or more Races (876 | 7.6%).
Race in Forest
Race# Population% Population
Asian1731.5%
Black / African American1,15910.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4794.1%
Native / Alaskan210.2%
White / Caucasian9,09678.7%
Two or more Races8767.6%
Some other Race2342.0%
Total11,559100.0%

Ancestry in Forest

The most populous ancestries reported in Forest are American (1,651 | 14.3%), English (1,546 | 13.4%), German (1,327 | 11.5%), Irish (874 | 7.6%), and Polish (664 | 5.7%), together accounting for 52.4% of all Forest residents.
Ancestry in Forest
Ancestry# Population% Population
African870.7%
American1,65114.3%
Arab550.5%
Austrian240.2%
Belgian160.1%
Bhutanese280.2%
British1231.1%
Burmese500.4%
Central American1131.0%
Cherokee510.4%
Costa Rican70.1%
Cuban140.1%
Danish220.2%
Dutch640.5%
Eastern European440.4%
English1,54613.4%
European4093.5%
French1281.1%
German1,32711.5%
Greek280.2%
Guatemalan190.2%
Honduran290.3%
Hungarian770.7%
Indian (Asian)650.6%
Irish8747.6%
Italian5314.6%
Kenyan290.3%
Korean1241.1%
Lebanese550.5%
Lithuanian220.2%
Mexican3022.6%
Nicaraguan80.1%
Nigerian180.2%
Pennsylvania German100.1%
Peruvian120.1%
Polish6645.7%
Portuguese90.1%
Puerto Rican140.1%
Russian240.2%
Salvadoran500.4%
Scandinavian500.4%
Scotch-Irish1551.3%
Scottish2952.5%
Slovak380.3%
South American180.2%
Spaniard80.1%
Spanish100.1%
Subsaharan African1521.3%
Swedish250.2%
Swiss110.1%
Thai510.4%
Ukrainian270.2%
Uruguayan60.1%
Welsh550.5%
Zimbabwean180.2%
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Immigrants in Forest

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Forest came from Latin America (239 | 2.1%), Central America (212 | 1.8%), Asia (134 | 1.2%), Mexico (107 | 0.9%), and South Central Asia (58 | 0.5%), together accounting for 6.5% of all Forest residents.
Immigrants in Forest
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa230.2%
Asia1341.2%
Australia150.1%
Bahamas210.2%
Bangladesh70.1%
Canada90.1%
Caribbean210.2%
Central America2121.8%
Costa Rica70.1%
Eastern Africa180.2%
Eastern Asia330.3%
Eastern Europe420.4%
El Salvador500.4%
Europe560.5%
Germany140.1%
Guatemala190.2%
Honduras290.3%
India510.4%
Korea330.3%
Latin America2392.1%
Latvia130.1%
Lebanon370.3%
Mexico1070.9%
Nigeria50.0%
Oceania150.1%
Russia110.1%
South America60.1%
South Central Asia580.5%
South Eastern Asia60.1%
Ukraine180.2%
Uruguay60.1%
Vietnam60.1%
Western Africa50.0%
Western Asia370.3%
Western Europe140.1%
Zimbabwe180.2%
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Sex and Age in Forest

Sex and Age in Forest

The most populous age groups in Forest are 55 to 59 Years (511 | 9.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (552 | 8.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Forest
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years241 (4.5%)276 (4.5%)
5 to 9 Years283 (5.3%)248 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Years273 (5.1%)347 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Years268 (5.0%)324 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Years433 (8.1%)552 (8.9%)
25 to 29 Years348 (6.5%)503 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Years306 (5.7%)189 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Years368 (6.9%)321 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Years227 (4.2%)318 (5.1%)
45 to 49 Years283 (5.3%)318 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years380 (7.1%)442 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years511 (9.5%)466 (7.5%)
60 to 64 Years419 (7.8%)378 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years264 (4.9%)485 (7.8%)
70 to 74 Years279 (5.2%)231 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years144 (2.7%)384 (6.2%)
80 to 84 Years159 (3.0%)173 (2.8%)
85 Years and over183 (3.4%)235 (3.8%)
Total5,369 (100.0%)6,190 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Forest

Median Family Size in Forest

The median family size in Forest is 2.88 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,796 | 88.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.94 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (136 | 4.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.25 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Forest
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,796 (88.3%)2.94
Single Male/Father136 (4.3%)2.25
Single Female/Mother233 (7.4%)2.55
Total Families3,165 (100.0%)2.88

Median Household Size in Forest

The median household size in Forest is 2.36 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,796 | 57.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.97 persons per household. non-family households (1,700 | 34.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.30 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Forest
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,796 (57.5%)2.97
Single Male/Father136 (2.8%)2.57
Single Female/Mother233 (4.8%)2.77
Non-family1,700 (34.9%)1.30
Total Households4,865 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Forest

Out of a total of 4,865 households in Forest, 3,165 (65.1%) are family households, while 1,700 (34.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,672, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,389.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Forest
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,389 (28.5%)
2-Person Households1,672 (34.4%)197 (4.1%)
3-Person Households622 (12.8%)114 (2.3%)
4-Person Households518 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households233 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households60 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households60 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,165 (65.1%)1,700 (34.9%)

Female Fertility in Forest

Fertility by Age in Forest

Average fertility rate in Forest is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 57.0 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 Forest
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years71 (100.0%)57.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total71 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forest

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forest
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Forest

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Forest
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School6 (8.5%)22.0
High School Diploma20 (28.2%)70.0
College or Associate's Degree9 (12.7%)18.0
Bachelor's Degree36 (50.7%)34.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total71 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forest

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forest
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Forest

Income Overview in Forest

Per Capita Income in Forest is $45,115, while median incomes of families and households are $87,826 and $78,327 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,559$45,115
Median Family Income3,165$87,826
Mean Family Income3,165$119,812
Median Household Income4,865$78,327
Mean Household Income4,865$105,775
Income Deficit3,165$12,006
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,55918.97%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,55981.03¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,5590.44

Earnings by Sex in Forest

Average Earnings in Forest are $45,363, $51,038 for men and $41,356 for women, a difference of 19.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Forest
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,235 (53.0%)$51,038
Female2,867 (47.0%)$41,356
Total6,102 (100.0%)$45,363

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forest

The most common earnings brackets in Forest are $100,000+ for men (863 | 26.7%) and $100,000+ for women (362 | 12.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forest
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less120 (3.7%)163 (5.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999137 (4.2%)121 (4.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49984 (2.6%)66 (2.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99958 (1.8%)149 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $12,499110 (3.4%)127 (4.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)145 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49956 (1.7%)124 (4.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99988 (2.7%)94 (3.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49929 (0.9%)52 (1.8%)
$22,500 to $24,999128 (4.0%)66 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999177 (5.5%)44 (1.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999171 (5.3%)71 (2.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999120 (3.7%)186 (6.5%)
$40,000 to $44,999131 (4.1%)200 (7.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999157 (4.9%)161 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999167 (5.2%)226 (7.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999228 (7.0%)162 (5.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999230 (7.1%)107 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999181 (5.6%)241 (8.4%)
$100,000+863 (26.7%)362 (12.6%)
Total3,235 (100.0%)2,867 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forest

Average earnings in Forest are $61,127 for men and $44,542 for women, a difference of 27.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $101,509, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $38,988. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,309, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $39,271.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forest
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$38,988$43,578
College or Associate's Degree$52,064$39,271
Bachelor's Degree$101,509$46,250
Graduate Degree$86,250$53,309
Total$61,127$44,542

Family Income in Forest

Family Income Brackets in Forest

According to the Forest family income data, there are 741 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Forest
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000441.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999471.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991274.0%
$35,000 to $49,99937311.8%
$50,000 to $74,99974123.4%
$75,000 to $99,99950015.8%
$100,000 to $149,99955717.6%
$150,000 to $199,99933210.5%
$200,000+44314.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forest

7+ person families (60 | 1.9%) account for the highest median family income in Forest with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (1,772 | 56.0%) have the highest median income of $42,514 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forest
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,772 (56.0%)$85,027
3-Person Families594 (18.8%)$74,500
4-Person Families453 (14.3%)$106,094
5-Person Families226 (7.1%)$141,786
6-Person Families60 (1.9%)$0
7+ Person Families60 (1.9%)$250,001
Total3,165 (100.0%)$87,826

Family Income by Number of Earners in Forest

The median family income in Forest is $87,826, with families comprising 3+ earners (237) having the highest median family income of $139,712, while families with 1 earner (1,077) have the lowest median family income of $65,815, accounting for 7.5% and 34.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Forest
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners640 (20.2%)$70,000
1 Earner1,077 (34.0%)$65,815
2 Earners1,211 (38.3%)$131,577
3+ Earners237 (7.5%)$139,712
Total3,165 (100.0%)$87,826

Household Income in Forest

Household Income Brackets in Forest

With 973 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Forest, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 68 households (1.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Forest
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002144.4%
$10,000 to $14,999681.4%
$15,000 to $24,9992294.7%
$25,000 to $34,9993026.2%
$35,000 to $49,99958912.1%
$50,000 to $74,99997320.0%
$75,000 to $99,99977415.9%
$100,000 to $149,99974415.3%
$150,000 to $199,9993898.0%
$200,000+58412.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Forest

The median household income in Forest is $78,327, with the highest median household income of $98,068 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,875 households (38.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,688, with 227 households (4.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Forest
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years227 (4.7%)$36,688
25 to 44 Years1,338 (27.5%)$89,086
45 to 64 Years1,875 (38.5%)$98,068
65+ Years1,425 (29.3%)$66,084
Total4,865 (100.0%)$78,327

Poverty in Forest

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest

With 4.5% poverty level for males and 6.4% for females among the residents of Forest, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (75.9%) and 166 females (25.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years16 (9.9%)16 (9.1%)
15 Years22 (75.9%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years88 (15.1%)166 (25.8%)
25 to 34 Years25 (3.8%)61 (8.8%)
35 to 44 Years46 (7.7%)31 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years3 (0.4%)26 (3.4%)
55 to 64 Years32 (3.4%)71 (8.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (2.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (1.4%)
Total242 (4.5%)396 (6.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest

According to the poverty statistics in Forest, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 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 Forest
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years241 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)
5 Years56 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years322 (100.0%)384 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years146 (90.1%)159 (90.9%)
15 Years7 (24.1%)27 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years79 (88.8%)206 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years495 (84.9%)477 (74.2%)
25 to 34 Years629 (96.2%)631 (91.2%)
35 to 44 Years549 (92.3%)608 (95.2%)
45 to 54 Years660 (99.6%)734 (96.6%)
55 to 64 Years898 (96.6%)773 (91.6%)
65 to 74 Years543 (100.0%)702 (98.0%)
75 Years and over473 (100.0%)755 (98.6%)
Total5,098 (95.5%)5,768 (93.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forest

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forest
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,915 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children670 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children211 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,796 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forest

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forest
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)52 (52.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)52 (22.3%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Forest
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)52 (35.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)52 (14.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Forest

Employment by Class of Employer in Forest

Among the 5,528 employed individuals in Forest, private company employees (3,346 | 60.5%), not-for-profit organizations (769 | 13.9%), and local government employees (679 | 12.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Forest
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,34660.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1512.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2254.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations76913.9%
Local Government Employees67912.3%
State Government Employees1743.2%
Federal Government Employees1212.2%
Unpaid Family Workers631.1%
Total5,528100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Forest

According to the labor force statistics for Forest, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,835), 59.9% or 5,891 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 271 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 88.6% or 1,261 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.2% or 122 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Forest
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years182 (34.0%)6 (3.3%)
20 to 24 Years803 (81.5%)122 (15.2%)
25 to 29 Years705 (82.8%)82 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Years391 (79.0%)25 (6.4%)
35 to 44 Years879 (71.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,261 (88.6%)20 (1.6%)
55 to 59 Years861 (88.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years475 (59.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years198 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over133 (10.4%)15 (11.3%)
Total5,891 (59.9%)271 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forest

According to labor force statistics for Forest, 79.1% of individuals (4,570) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,777) are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 128 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 82.7% or 2,471 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.6% or 89 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forest
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School174 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma722 (79.9%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,206 (73.6%)54 (3.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,471 (82.7%)108 (3.6%)
Total4,570 (79.1%)162 (2.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Forest

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forest are Community & Social Service (960 | 17.2%), Education Instruction & Library (698 | 12.5%), Management (648 | 11.6%), Business & Financial (425 | 7.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (384 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Forest

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forest, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (71.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (58.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (79.6%), Health Technologists (74.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Forest
OccupationMaleFemale
Management373 (57.6%)275 (42.4%)
Business & Financial244 (57.4%)181 (42.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science216 (56.2%)168 (43.8%)
Computers & Mathematics123 (58.3%)88 (41.7%)
Architecture & Engineering82 (54.7%)68 (45.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science11 (47.8%)12 (52.2%)
Community & Social Service 365 (38.0%)595 (62.0%)
Education, Arts & Media41 (20.4%)160 (79.6%)
Legal Services & Support8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library278 (39.8%)420 (60.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment38 (71.7%)15 (28.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating91 (26.4%)254 (73.6%)
Health Technologists67 (25.7%)194 (74.3%)
Total (Category)1,289 (46.7%)1,473 (53.3%)
Total (Overall)2,955 (53.0%)2,623 (47.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Forest are Healthcare Support (204 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (170 | 3.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (160 | 2.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (69 | 1.2%), and Security & Protection (27 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Forest

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Forest, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (70.4%), Firefighting & Prevention (70.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (58.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (45.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Forest
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)204 (100.0%)
Security & Protection19 (70.4%)8 (29.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention19 (70.4%)8 (29.6%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving88 (55.0%)72 (45.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance47 (68.1%)22 (31.9%)
Personal Care & Service70 (41.2%)100 (58.8%)
Total (Category)224 (35.6%)406 (64.4%)
Total (Overall)2,955 (53.0%)2,623 (47.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Forest are Sales & Related (713 | 12.8%), and Office & Administration (510 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Forest

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Forest
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related375 (52.6%)338 (47.4%)
Office & Administration210 (41.2%)300 (58.8%)
Total (Category)585 (47.8%)638 (52.2%)
Total (Overall)2,955 (53.0%)2,623 (47.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Forest are Construction & Extraction (241 | 4.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (156 | 2.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Forest

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Forest
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction241 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair147 (94.2%)9 (5.8%)
Total (Category)388 (97.7%)9 (2.3%)
Total (Overall)2,955 (53.0%)2,623 (47.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Forest are Production (246 | 4.4%), Transportation (209 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (111 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Forest

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Forest
OccupationMaleFemale
Production193 (78.5%)53 (21.5%)
Transportation209 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving67 (60.4%)44 (39.6%)
Total (Category)469 (82.9%)97 (17.1%)
Total (Overall)2,955 (53.0%)2,623 (47.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Forest

Employment Industries in Forest

The major employment industries in Forest include Educational Services (1,123 | 20.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (763 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (653 | 11.7%), Manufacturing (465 | 8.3%), and Professional & Scientific (422 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Forest

Employment Industries by Sex in Forest

The Forest industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (70.6%), Public Administration (64.1%), and Educational Services (54.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Forest
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction202 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing356 (76.6%)109 (23.4%)
Wholesale Trade94 (81.0%)22 (19.0%)
Retail Trade351 (53.7%)302 (46.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information41 (46.1%)48 (53.9%)
Finance & Insurance203 (52.3%)185 (47.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing35 (51.5%)33 (48.5%)
Professional & Scientific262 (62.1%)160 (37.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support80 (55.2%)65 (44.8%)
Educational Services507 (45.2%)616 (54.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance224 (29.4%)539 (70.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation53 (61.6%)33 (38.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services96 (46.2%)112 (53.8%)
Public Administration71 (35.9%)127 (64.1%)
Total2,955 (53.0%)2,623 (47.0%)

Education in Forest

School Enrollment in Forest

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,808 students in Forest are graduate / professional (594 | 21.1%), middle school (509 | 18.1%), and high school (489 | 17.4%).
School Enrollment in Forest
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1766.3%
Kindergarten1284.6%
Elementary School44715.9%
Middle School50918.1%
High School48917.4%
College / Undergraduate46516.6%
Graduate / Professional59421.1%
Total2,808100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forest

Out of a total of 2,808 students who are enrolled in schools in Forest, 1,320 (47.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,488 (53.0%) 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 157 (97.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 279 (79.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forest
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (2.5%)157 (97.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old347 (65.3%)184 (34.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds468 (75.5%)152 (24.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds279 (79.5%)72 (20.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds64 (53.8%)55 (46.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds139 (29.2%)337 (70.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds111 (32.7%)228 (67.3%)
35 Years and over75 (35.5%)136 (64.4%)
Total1,488 (53.0%)1,320 (47.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forest

Business (601 | 13.3%), education (562 | 12.4%), science & technology (520 | 11.5%), psychology (423 | 9.4%), and social sciences (400 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 4,517 individuals in Forest who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forest
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1623.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3447.6%
Physical & Health Sciences1814.0%
Psychology4239.4%
Social Sciences4008.9%
Engineering2315.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies531.2%
Science & Technology52011.5%
Business60113.3%
Education56212.4%
Literature & Languages1633.6%
Liberal Arts & History2525.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1733.8%
Communications871.9%
Arts & Humanities3658.1%
Total4,517100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Forest

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forest

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Forest are males with 2 vehicles (1,254, accounting for 42.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,071, making up 48.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forest
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle85 (2.9%)59 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle302 (10.3%)446 (17.2%)
2 Vehicles1,254 (42.7%)1,071 (41.4%)
3 Vehicles857 (29.2%)588 (22.7%)
4 Vehicles317 (10.8%)322 (12.4%)
5 or more Vehicles124 (4.2%)103 (4.0%)
Total2,939 (100.0%)2,589 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Forest

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Forest are 15 to 19 minutes (1,216 commuters, 25.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,039 commuters, 21.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (665 commuters, 13.8%).
Commute Time in Forest
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes741.5%
5 to 9 Minutes4298.9%
10 to 14 Minutes66513.8%
15 to 19 Minutes1,21625.3%
20 to 24 Minutes1,03921.6%
25 to 29 Minutes3226.7%
30 to 34 Minutes52310.9%
35 to 39 Minutes310.6%
40 to 44 Minutes180.4%
45 to 59 Minutes2645.5%
60 to 89 Minutes1693.5%
90 or more Minutes621.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Forest

The most common commute times in Forest are 15 to 19 minutes (656 commuters, 25.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (631 commuters, 28.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Forest
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes51 (1.9%)23 (1.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes302 (11.5%)127 (5.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes397 (15.1%)268 (12.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes656 (25.0%)560 (25.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes408 (15.6%)631 (28.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes180 (6.9%)142 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes256 (9.8%)267 (12.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes25 (0.9%)6 (0.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)18 (0.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes147 (5.6%)117 (5.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes163 (6.2%)6 (0.3%)
90 or more Minutes37 (1.4%)25 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forest

The most frequent times of departure to work in Forest are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (544, 20.7%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (330, 15.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forest
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM87 (3.3%)51 (2.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM101 (3.8%)7 (0.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM69 (2.6%)163 (7.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM128 (4.9%)78 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM450 (17.2%)238 (10.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM544 (20.7%)324 (14.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM250 (9.5%)320 (14.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM374 (14.3%)330 (15.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM191 (7.3%)84 (3.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM148 (5.6%)178 (8.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM105 (4.0%)93 (4.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM28 (1.1%)70 (3.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM53 (2.0%)142 (6.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM94 (3.6%)112 (5.1%)
Total2,622 (100.0%)2,190 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Forest

Occupancy by Ownership in Forest

Of the total 4,865 dwellings in Forest, owner-occupied units account for 3,685 (75.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,180 (24.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Forest
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,68575.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,18024.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,865100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Forest

Occupancy by Household Size in Forest
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,38928.5%
2-Person Household1,86938.4%
3-Person Household73615.1%
4+ Person Household87117.9%
Total Housing Units4,865100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forest

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forest
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household864 (62.2%)525 (37.8%)
2-Person Household1,530 (81.9%)339 (18.1%)
3-Person Household539 (73.2%)197 (26.8%)
4+ Person Household752 (86.3%)119 (13.7%)
Total Housing Units3,685 (75.7%)1,180 (24.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forest

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forest
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School86 (46.7%)98 (53.3%)
High School Diploma543 (77.1%)161 (22.9%)
College/Associate Degree1,244 (79.6%)318 (20.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,812 (75.0%)603 (25.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forest

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forest
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years85117.5%
35 to 44 Years71414.7%
45 to 54 Years81816.8%
55 to 64 Years1,05721.7%
65 to 74 Years80716.6%
75 to 84 Years3938.1%
85 Years and Over2254.6%
Total4,865100.0%

Housing Finances in Forest

Median Income by Occupancy in Forest

Median Income by Occupancy in Forest
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,685 (75.7%)$89,072
Renter-Occupied1,180 (24.2%)$50,938
Average4,865 (100.0%)$78,327

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forest

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forest
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00029 (0.8%)79 (6.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99929 (0.8%)77 (6.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99914 (0.4%)53 (4.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99991 (2.5%)88 (7.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (0.2%)43 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999231 (6.3%)69 (5.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999432 (11.7%)157 (13.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999634 (17.2%)339 (28.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999556 (15.1%)219 (18.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999688 (18.7%)56 (4.8%)
$150,000 or more975 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,685 (100.0%)1,180 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forest

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forest
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300139 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499746 (20.2%)44 (3.7%)
$500 to $799500 (13.6%)241 (20.4%)
$800 to $999114 (3.1%)230 (19.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499949 (25.8%)546 (46.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999581 (15.8%)84 (7.1%)
$2,000 to $2,499340 (9.2%)13 (1.1%)
$2,500 to $2,999185 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more131 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,685 (100.0%)1,180 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Forest

Housing Structures in Forest

Housing Structures in Forest
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,01762.0%
Single Unit, Attached62412.8%
2 Unit Apartments861.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2004.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3356.9%
10 or more Apartments54911.3%
Mobile Home / Other541.1%
Total4,865100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forest

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forest
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,951 (97.8%)66 (2.2%)
Single Unit, Attached532 (85.3%)92 (14.7%)
2 Unit Apartments35 (40.7%)51 (59.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments130 (65.0%)70 (35.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments12 (3.6%)323 (96.4%)
10 or more Apartments25 (4.5%)524 (95.5%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Total3,685 (75.7%)1,180 (24.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forest

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forest
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)41 (3.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms42 (1.1%)202 (17.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms601 (16.3%)614 (52.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,324 (35.9%)294 (24.9%)
8 or more Rooms1,718 (46.6%)29 (2.5%)
Total3,685 (100.0%)1,180 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forest

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forest
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas116 (3.2%)60 (5.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas45 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity3,493 (94.8%)1,089 (92.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels31 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)31 (2.6%)
Total3,685 (100.0%)1,180 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Forest

Household Vehicle Usage in Forest
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle106 (2.9%)131 (11.1%)
1 Vehicle781 (21.2%)464 (39.3%)
2 Vehicles1,713 (46.5%)423 (35.8%)
3 or more Vehicles1,085 (29.4%)162 (13.7%)
Total3,685 (100.0%)1,180 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Forest

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Forest

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,1582,527
Median Property Value$295,100$316,700
Median Household Income$73,250$775
Monthly Housing Costs$423$131
Real Estate Taxes$1,349$227

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forest

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forest
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00011 (0.9%)51 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999596 (51.5%)1,064 (42.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999410 (35.4%)1,170 (46.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99987 (7.5%)242 (9.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9998 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more46 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)2,527 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forest

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forest
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (0.9%)254 (10.1%)
$10,000 to $24,99940 (3.5%)47 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999151 (13.0%)71 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999185 (16.0%)80 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999199 (17.2%)247 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999236 (20.4%)435 (17.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999136 (11.7%)320 (12.7%)
$150,000 or more200 (17.3%)552 (21.8%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)2,527 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forest

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forest
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x168 (14.5%)107,422 (4,251.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x138 (11.9%)759 (30.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x293 (25.3%)724 (28.6%)
4.0x or more559 (48.3%)320 (12.7%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)2,527 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forest

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forest
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800142 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499581 (50.2%)292 (11.6%)
$800 to $1,499435 (37.6%)1,027 (40.6%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)2,527 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Forest

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years609 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,481 (99.0%)15 (1.0%)
19 to 25 Years1,197 (87.7%)168 (12.3%)
26 to 34 Years1,037 (92.5%)84 (7.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,153 (93.4%)81 (6.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,351 (97.7%)32 (2.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,616 (91.1%)158 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,259 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,217 (98.2%)22 (1.8%)
Total10,920 (95.1%)560 (4.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forest

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forest
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born609 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,481 (99.0%)15 (1.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,197 (87.7%)168 (12.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forest

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forest
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000627 (88.1%)85 (11.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,561 (95.0%)82 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,227 (93.1%)164 (6.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,416 (93.0%)107 (7.0%)
$100,000 and over5,072 (97.7%)122 (2.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 680 (13.1%)571 (93.8%)
6 to 18 Years224 (15.0%)1,349 (90.2%)
19 to 25 Years107 (7.8%)1,140 (83.5%)
25 to 34 Years97 (8.6%)968 (86.4%)
35 to 44 Years101 (8.2%)1,064 (86.2%)
45 to 54 Years74 (5.3%)1,300 (94.0%)
55 to 64 Years214 (12.1%)1,504 (84.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,222 (97.1%)910 (72.3%)
75 Years and over1,217 (98.2%)891 (71.9%)
Total3,336 (29.1%)9,697 (84.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forest

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forest
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years24 (3.6%)35 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years37 (3.0%)52 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years275 (12.8%)92 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years108 (19.9%)134 (18.7%)
75 Years and over130 (27.5%)233 (30.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Forest

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Forest: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years25 (2.0%)8 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years164 (7.6%)4 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years24 (4.4%)29 (4.1%)
75 Years and over56 (11.8%)22 (2.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Forest: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years25 (2.0%)24 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)19 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years9 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)31 (4.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Forest: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years24 (3.6%)20 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years37 (3.0%)44 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years30 (1.4%)4 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years19 (3.5%)10 (1.4%)
75 Years and over55 (11.6%)22 (2.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Forest: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)20 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years111 (5.2%)51 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years75 (13.8%)95 (13.3%)
75 Years and over47 (9.9%)157 (20.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Forest: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (1.2%)45 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years65 (12.0%)27 (3.8%)
75 Years and over39 (8.3%)89 (11.6%)

Technology Access in Forest

Computing Device Access in Forest

Computing Device Access in Forest
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4,18886.1%
Smartphone4,26887.7%
Tablet3,47971.5%
No Computing Device2254.6%
Total4,865100.0%

Internet Access in Forest

Internet Access in Forest
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet110.2%
Broadband Home3,81678.4%
Cellular Data Only3867.9%
Satellite Internet2545.2%
No Internet4088.4%
Total4,865100.0%

Forest Summary

Forest, Virginia is a small town located in Bedford County, Virginia. It is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is part of the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people, and is known for its rural charm and small-town atmosphere.

Geography

Forest is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and is situated in the Appalachian Mountains. The town is located in the western part of Bedford County, and is bordered by the city of Lynchburg to the east, and the town of Bedford to the south. The town is situated at an elevation of 1,000 feet above sea level, and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush forests. The town is located near the James River, and is home to several small lakes and streams.

Economy

The economy of Forest is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several small farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of apples, peaches, and other fruits and vegetables. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants. The town is also home to a small manufacturing plant, which produces furniture and other wood products.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Forest was 1,500 people. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 1.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in Forest was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $19,000. About 11.7% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

History

The town of Forest was first settled in the early 1800s by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The town was originally known as “Forestville”, and was named after the surrounding forests. The town was incorporated in 1883, and the first post office was established in 1884. The town was a popular stop on the Lynchburg and Durham Railroad, and was home to several small businesses, including a sawmill, a gristmill, and a general store.
In the early 1900s, the town began to grow and develop, and several new businesses were established. The town was home to several churches, and a school was built in 1910. The town was also home to a movie theater, which opened in the 1920s.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline, and many of the businesses closed. The town was also affected by the construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway, which bypassed the town. In the late 1970s, the town began to experience a resurgence, and several new businesses opened. Today, the town is known for its rural charm and small-town atmosphere.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Forest?
Total Population of Forest is 11,559.
What is the Total Male Population of Forest?
Total Male Population of Forest is 5,369.
What is the Total Female Population of Forest?
Total Female Population of Forest is 6,190.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Forest?
There are 86.74 Males per 100 Females in Forest.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Forest?
There are 115.29 Females per 100 Males in Forest.
What is the Median Population Age in Forest?
Median Population Age in Forest is 44.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Forest
Average Family Size in Forest is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Forest
Average Household Size in Forest is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Forest?
Per Capita income in Forest is $45,115.
What is the Median Family Income in Forest?
Median Family Income in Forest is $87,826.
What is the Median Household income in Forest?
Median Household Income in Forest is $78,327.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Forest?
Income or Wage Gap in Forest is 19.0%.
Women in Forest earn 81.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Forest?
Family Income Deficit in Forest is $12,006.
Families that are below poverty line in Forest earn $12,006 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Forest?
Inequality or Gini Index in Forest is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Forest?
There are 5,891 People in the Labor Forcein in Forest.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Forest?
59.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Forest.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Forest?
Unemployment Rate in Forest is 4.6%.