Barbour County, AL
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24,877
TOTAL POPULATION
12,973
MALE POPULATION
11,904
FEMALE POPULATION
108.98
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.76
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,378
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,672
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,712
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,117
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,976
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Barbour County Area Codes
Race in Barbour County
The most populous races in Barbour County are Black / African American (11,668 | 46.9%), White / Caucasian (11,309 | 45.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,202 | 4.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 126 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 11,668 | 46.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,202 | 4.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 74 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,309 | 45.5% |
| Two or more Races | 609 | 2.5% |
| Some other Race | 1,088 | 4.4% |
| Total | 24,877 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Barbour County
The most populous ancestries reported in Barbour County are American (6,284 | 25.3%), Irish (1,543 | 6.2%), English (1,505 | 6.0%), German (1,103 | 4.4%), and Mexican (975 | 3.9%), together accounting for 45.9% of all Barbour County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 208 | 0.8% |
| American | 6,284 | 25.3% |
| Arab | 48 | 0.2% |
| Austrian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Barbadian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Bermudan | 13 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 32 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 53 | 0.2% |
| British | 43 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 20 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 9 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 180 | 0.7% |
| Cherokee | 207 | 0.8% |
| Choctaw | 8 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 9 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 44 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 19 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 20 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 27 | 0.1% |
| English | 1,505 | 6.0% |
| European | 216 | 0.9% |
| Finnish | 4 | 0.0% |
| French | 91 | 0.4% |
| French Canadian | 41 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,103 | 4.4% |
| Ghanaian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 18 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 161 | 0.6% |
| Haitian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 19 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 12 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,543 | 6.2% |
| Iroquois | 82 | 0.3% |
| Israeli | 11 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 440 | 1.8% |
| Jamaican | 13 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 11 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 975 | 3.9% |
| Moroccan | 11 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 14 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 16 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 31 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 5 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 33 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 90 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 328 | 1.3% |
| Scottish | 183 | 0.7% |
| South African | 10 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 14 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 20 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 239 | 1.0% |
| Swedish | 47 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 5 | 0.0% |
| Syrian | 37 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 34 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Vietnamese | 7 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 17 | 0.1% |
| West Indian | 206 | 0.8% |
| Yugoslavian | 9 | 0.0% | View All 65 Rows |
Immigrants in Barbour County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Barbour County came from Central America (579 | 2.3%), Latin America (579 | 2.3%), Mexico (459 | 1.8%), Asia (102 | 0.4%), and Guatemala (83 | 0.3%), together accounting for 7.3% of all Barbour County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 102 | 0.4% |
| Bangladesh | 7 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 9 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 24 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 579 | 2.3% |
| China | 12 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 38 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 58 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 36 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 83 | 0.3% |
| Honduras | 4 | 0.0% |
| India | 34 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 13 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 12 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 14 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 6 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 579 | 2.3% |
| Mexico | 459 | 1.8% |
| Northern Europe | 13 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 33 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 41 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 23 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 16 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 45 | 0.2% | View All 25 Rows |
Sex and Age in Barbour County
Sex and Age in Barbour County
The most populous age groups in Barbour County are 25 to 29 Years (1,055 | 8.1%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (927 | 7.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 632 (4.9%) | 667 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 689 (5.3%) | 927 (7.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 758 (5.8%) | 580 (4.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 814 (6.3%) | 641 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 858 (6.6%) | 636 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,055 (8.1%) | 635 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 977 (7.5%) | 701 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 854 (6.6%) | 817 (6.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 900 (6.9%) | 530 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 838 (6.5%) | 639 (5.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 856 (6.6%) | 723 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 763 (5.9%) | 795 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 856 (6.6%) | 810 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 741 (5.7%) | 833 (7.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 561 (4.3%) | 735 (6.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 513 (4.0%) | 605 (5.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 173 (1.3%) | 291 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 135 (1.0%) | 339 (2.9%) |
| Total | 12,973 (100.0%) | 11,904 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Barbour County
Median Family Size in Barbour County
The median family size in Barbour County is 3.14 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,813 | 31.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.4 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (3,431 | 60.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,431 (60.0%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 478 (8.4%) | 3.28 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,813 (31.7%) | 3.40 |
| Total Families | 5,722 (100.0%) | 3.14 |
Median Household Size in Barbour County
The median household size in Barbour County is 2.43 persons per household, with single male/father households (478 | 5.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (3,294 | 36.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,431 (38.1%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 478 (5.3%) | 3.67 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,813 (20.1%) | 3.53 |
| Non-family | 3,294 (36.5%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 9,016 (100.0%) | 2.43 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Barbour County
Out of a total of 9,016 households in Barbour County, 5,722 (63.5%) are family households, while 3,294 (36.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,650, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,101.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,101 (34.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,650 (29.4%) | 193 (2.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,497 (16.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,156 (12.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 235 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 111 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 73 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,722 (63.5%) | 3,294 (36.5%) |
Female Fertility in Barbour County
Fertility by Age in Barbour County
Average fertility rate in Barbour County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 61.4% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 15 (5.5%) | 23.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 167 (61.4%) | 85.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 90 (33.1%) | 41.0 |
| Total | 272 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Barbour County
41.9% of women with births (272) in Barbour County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 47.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 88 (52.7%) | 79 (47.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 26 (28.9%) | 64 (71.1%) |
| Total | 114 (41.9%) | 158 (58.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Barbour County
Average fertility rate in Barbour County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 118.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 6.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 37.9% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 102 (37.5%) | 92.0 |
| High School Diploma | 7 (2.6%) | 6.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 103 (37.9%) | 53.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 47 (17.3%) | 118.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (4.8%) | 62.0 |
| Total | 272 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Barbour County
58.1% of women with births in Barbour County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 14 (13.7%) | 88 (86.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 43 (41.7%) | 60 (58.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 44 (93.6%) | 3 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 114 (41.9%) | 158 (58.1%) |
Income in Barbour County
Income Overview in Barbour County
Per Capita Income in Barbour County is $23,378, while median incomes of families and households are $55,672 and $39,712 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 24,877 | $23,378 |
| Median Family Income | 5,722 | $55,672 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,722 | $72,854 |
| Median Household Income | 9,016 | $39,712 |
| Mean Household Income | 9,016 | $60,128 |
| Income Deficit | 5,722 | $12,117 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 24,877 | 21.58% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 24,877 | 78.42¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 24,877 | 0.51 |
Earnings by Sex in Barbour County
Average Earnings in Barbour County are $30,789, $34,593 for men and $27,128 for women, a difference of 21.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,852 (50.0%) | $34,593 |
| Female | 4,847 (50.0%) | $27,128 |
| Total | 9,699 (100.0%) | $30,789 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Barbour County
The most common earnings brackets in Barbour County are $100,000+ for men (540 | 11.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (469 | 9.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 253 (5.2%) | 234 (4.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 106 (2.2%) | 193 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 282 (5.8%) | 271 (5.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 70 (1.4%) | 204 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 225 (4.6%) | 244 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 188 (3.9%) | 162 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 105 (2.2%) | 228 (4.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 139 (2.9%) | 144 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 236 (4.9%) | 324 (6.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 140 (2.9%) | 199 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 350 (7.2%) | 432 (8.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 373 (7.7%) | 469 (9.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 361 (7.4%) | 174 (3.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 215 (4.4%) | 166 (3.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 244 (5.0%) | 346 (7.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 236 (4.9%) | 204 (4.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 355 (7.3%) | 433 (8.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 157 (3.2%) | 139 (2.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 277 (5.7%) | 161 (3.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 540 (11.1%) | 120 (2.5%) |
| Total | 4,852 (100.0%) | 4,847 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Barbour County
Average earnings in Barbour County are $37,815 for men and $30,459 for women, a difference of 19.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,115, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,083. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,632, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,467.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,083 | $22,467 |
| High School Diploma | $34,170 | $24,964 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $41,443 | $31,318 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $72,115 | $48,750 |
| Graduate Degree | $46,905 | $61,632 |
| Total | $37,815 | $30,459 |
Family Income in Barbour County
Family Income Brackets in Barbour County
According to the Barbour County family income data, there are 956 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 16.7% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 240 families (4.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 452 | 7.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 366 | 6.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 521 | 9.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 641 | 11.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 710 | 12.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 956 | 16.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 767 | 13.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 790 | 13.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 240 | 4.2% |
| $200,000+ | 286 | 5.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Barbour County
5-person families (241 | 4.2%) account for the highest median family income in Barbour County with $73,618 per family, while 2-person families (2,795 | 48.8%) have the highest median income of $26,708 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,795 (48.8%) | $53,417 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,498 (26.2%) | $46,413 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,046 (18.3%) | $73,333 |
| 5-Person Families | 241 (4.2%) | $73,618 |
| 6-Person Families | 69 (1.2%) | $37,277 |
| 7+ Person Families | 73 (1.3%) | $68,194 |
| Total | 5,722 (100.0%) | $55,672 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Barbour County
The median family income in Barbour County is $55,672, with families comprising 3+ earners (318) having the highest median family income of $100,431, while families with no earners (1,512) have the lowest median family income of $24,318, accounting for 5.6% and 26.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,512 (26.4%) | $24,318 |
| 1 Earner | 2,003 (35.0%) | $42,618 |
| 2 Earners | 1,889 (33.0%) | $80,571 |
| 3+ Earners | 318 (5.6%) | $100,431 |
| Total | 5,722 (100.0%) | $55,672 |
Household Income in Barbour County
Household Income Brackets in Barbour County
With 1,470 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Barbour County, accounting for 16.3% of all households. In contrast, only 252 households (2.8%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 920 | 10.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 739 | 8.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,470 | 16.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 992 | 11.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,190 | 13.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,388 | 15.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 748 | 8.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 983 | 10.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 252 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 343 | 3.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Barbour County
The median household income in Barbour County is $39,712, with the highest median household income of $48,167 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,988 households (33.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $25,099, with 407 households (4.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 407 (4.5%) | $25,099 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,508 (27.8%) | $40,676 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,988 (33.1%) | $48,167 |
| 65+ Years | 3,113 (34.5%) | $36,150 |
| Total | 9,016 (100.0%) | $39,712 |
Poverty in Barbour County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Barbour County
With 20.0% poverty level for males and 27.8% for females among the residents of Barbour County, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 67 males (58.3%) and 631 females (71.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 345 (54.6%) | 275 (41.8%) |
| 5 Years | 85 (57.8%) | 33 (19.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 100 (12.6%) | 631 (71.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 128 (25.4%) | 127 (29.9%) |
| 15 Years | 67 (58.3%) | 39 (35.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 32 (9.4%) | 20 (6.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 470 (41.8%) | 294 (35.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 226 (16.3%) | 411 (30.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 113 (11.5%) | 405 (30.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 102 (10.2%) | 267 (19.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 179 (14.8%) | 293 (18.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 115 (10.3%) | 222 (14.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 61 (7.9%) | 240 (20.7%) |
| Total | 2,023 (20.0%) | 3,257 (27.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Barbour County
According to the poverty statistics in Barbour County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.1% of males and 94.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 287 (45.4%) | 383 (58.2%) |
| 5 Years | 62 (42.2%) | 135 (80.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 695 (87.4%) | 252 (28.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 377 (74.7%) | 297 (70.1%) |
| 15 Years | 48 (41.7%) | 71 (64.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 310 (90.6%) | 311 (94.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 654 (58.2%) | 538 (64.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,163 (83.7%) | 925 (69.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 868 (88.5%) | 942 (69.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 895 (89.8%) | 1,078 (80.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,027 (85.2%) | 1,276 (81.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,006 (89.7%) | 1,346 (85.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 707 (92.1%) | 918 (79.3%) |
| Total | 8,099 (80.0%) | 8,472 (72.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Barbour County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Barbour County show that 6.9% or 236 of the total 3,431 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 23.7%, comprising of 37 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.5%, which includes 121 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,069 (94.5%) | 121 (5.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 972 (93.3%) | 70 (6.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 119 (76.3%) | 37 (23.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 35 (81.4%) | 8 (18.6%) |
| Total | 3,195 (93.1%) | 236 (6.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Barbour County
According to the poverty data in Barbour County, 17.2% or 82 single-father households and 48.3% or 875 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 210 households (67.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 51 (19.5%) | 154 (27.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 28 (13.1%) | 511 (54.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (100.0%) | 210 (67.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 82 (17.2%) | 875 (48.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Barbour County
The poverty data for Barbour County shows that 236 of the married-couple family households (6.9%) and 957 of the single-parent households (41.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (23.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 213 household (67.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 121 (5.5%) | 205 (24.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 70 (6.7%) | 539 (47.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 37 (23.7%) | 213 (67.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (18.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 236 (6.9%) | 957 (41.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Barbour County
Employment by Class of Employer in Barbour County
Among the 8,341 employed individuals in Barbour County, private company employees (5,377 | 64.5%), local government employees (881 | 10.6%), and state government employees (694 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,377 | 64.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 315 | 3.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 508 | 6.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 311 | 3.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 881 | 10.6% |
| State Government Employees | 694 | 8.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 225 | 2.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 30 | 0.4% |
| Total | 8,341 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Barbour County
According to the labor force statistics for Barbour County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,399), 44.0% or 8,976 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 521 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 63.0% or 941 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.9% or 71 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 357 (29.0%) | 71 (19.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 941 (63.0%) | 123 (13.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,060 (62.7%) | 67 (6.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 869 (51.8%) | 62 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,839 (59.3%) | 110 (6.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,708 (55.9%) | 34 (2.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 868 (55.7%) | 40 (4.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 618 (37.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 660 (23.0%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 49 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,976 (44.0%) | 521 (5.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Barbour County
According to labor force statistics for Barbour County, 54.6% of individuals (6,961) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,749) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 313 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 79.8% or 1,088 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.2% or 161 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 885 (30.4%) | 530 (18.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,303 (50.8%) | 23 (0.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,686 (68.2%) | 189 (4.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,088 (79.8%) | 12 (0.9%) |
| Total | 6,961 (54.6%) | 574 (4.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Barbour County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Barbour County are Community & Social Service (888 | 10.5%), Education Instruction & Library (696 | 8.2%), Management (520 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (473 | 5.6%), and Health Technologists (351 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Barbour County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (71.7%), Management (58.5%), and Legal Services & Support (54.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.1%), Health Technologists (83.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (70.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 304 (58.5%) | 216 (41.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 102 (45.7%) | 121 (54.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 124 (51.7%) | 116 (48.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 57 (46.0%) | 67 (54.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 33 (71.7%) | 13 (28.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 34 (48.6%) | 36 (51.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 281 (31.6%) | 607 (68.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 46 (33.8%) | 90 (66.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 25 (54.3%) | 21 (45.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 205 (29.4%) | 491 (70.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 5 (50.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 75 (15.9%) | 398 (84.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 58 (16.5%) | 293 (83.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 886 (37.8%) | 1,458 (62.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,107 (48.6%) | 4,345 (51.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Barbour County are Cleaning & Maintenance (559 | 6.6%), Healthcare Support (351 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (311 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (256 | 3.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (227 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Barbour County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (66.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (59.2%), and Personal Care & Service (52.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.2%), Law Enforcement (72.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 24 (6.8%) | 327 (93.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 149 (47.9%) | 162 (52.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 108 (66.3%) | 55 (33.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 41 (27.7%) | 107 (72.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 99 (43.6%) | 128 (56.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 331 (59.2%) | 228 (40.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 134 (52.3%) | 122 (47.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 737 (43.2%) | 967 (56.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,107 (48.6%) | 4,345 (51.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Barbour County are Office & Administration (935 | 11.1%), and Sales & Related (712 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 264 (37.1%) | 448 (62.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 120 (12.8%) | 815 (87.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 384 (23.3%) | 1,263 (76.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,107 (48.6%) | 4,345 (51.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Barbour County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (376 | 4.4%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (355 | 4.2%), and Construction & Extraction (328 | 3.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 273 (76.9%) | 82 (23.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 328 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 376 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 977 (92.3%) | 82 (7.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,107 (48.6%) | 4,345 (51.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Barbour County are Production (749 | 8.9%), Material Moving (704 | 8.3%), and Transportation (245 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 438 (58.5%) | 311 (41.5%) |
| Transportation | 207 (84.5%) | 38 (15.5%) |
| Material Moving | 478 (67.9%) | 226 (32.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,123 (66.1%) | 575 (33.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,107 (48.6%) | 4,345 (51.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Barbour County
Employment Industries in Barbour County
The major employment industries in Barbour County include Manufacturing (1,884 | 22.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,028 | 12.2%), Retail Trade (821 | 9.7%), Educational Services (727 | 8.6%), and Public Administration (533 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Barbour County
The Barbour County industries that see more men than women are Construction (96.7%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (87.6%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (78.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (83.5%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (80.5%), and Finance & Insurance (77.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 417 (87.6%) | 59 (12.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 444 (96.7%) | 15 (3.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,205 (64.0%) | 679 (36.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 32 (55.2%) | 26 (44.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 308 (37.5%) | 513 (62.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 234 (54.2%) | 198 (45.8%) |
| Utilities | 104 (72.7%) | 39 (27.3%) |
| Information | 63 (76.8%) | 19 (23.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 42 (22.2%) | 147 (77.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 17 (19.5%) | 70 (80.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 100 (44.8%) | 123 (55.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 222 (67.5%) | 107 (32.5%) |
| Educational Services | 189 (26.0%) | 538 (74.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 170 (16.5%) | 858 (83.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 191 (78.9%) | 51 (21.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 110 (24.7%) | 335 (75.3%) |
| Public Administration | 127 (23.8%) | 406 (76.2%) |
| Total | 4,107 (48.6%) | 4,345 (51.4%) |
Education in Barbour County
School Enrollment in Barbour County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,258 students in Barbour County are high school (1,343 | 25.5%), elementary school (1,219 | 23.2%), and middle school (1,076 | 20.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 327 | 6.2% |
| Kindergarten | 275 | 5.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,219 | 23.2% |
| Middle School | 1,076 | 20.5% |
| High School | 1,343 | 25.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 841 | 16.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 177 | 3.4% |
| Total | 5,258 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Barbour County
Out of a total of 5,258 students who are enrolled in schools in Barbour County, 731 (13.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,527 (86.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 218 (49.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 385 (98.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 167 (80.3%) | 41 (19.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,405 (94.0%) | 90 (6.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,119 (86.3%) | 178 (13.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 736 (84.2%) | 138 (15.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 385 (98.5%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 290 (91.2%) | 28 (8.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 205 (86.5%) | 32 (13.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 220 (50.2%) | 218 (49.8%) |
| Total | 4,527 (86.1%) | 731 (13.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Barbour County
Education (694 | 30.3%), business (473 | 20.6%), science & technology (227 | 9.9%), arts & humanities (176 | 7.7%), and engineering (139 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 2,293 individuals in Barbour County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 18 | 0.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 79 | 3.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 89 | 3.9% |
| Psychology | 86 | 3.7% |
| Social Sciences | 79 | 3.5% |
| Engineering | 139 | 6.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 1 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 227 | 9.9% |
| Business | 473 | 20.6% |
| Education | 694 | 30.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 38 | 1.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 128 | 5.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 50 | 2.2% |
| Communications | 16 | 0.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 176 | 7.7% |
| Total | 2,293 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Barbour County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Barbour County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Barbour County are males with 2 vehicles (1,433, accounting for 35.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,494, making up 33.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 182 (4.5%) | 221 (5.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 683 (16.8%) | 912 (21.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,433 (35.1%) | 1,494 (35.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,018 (25.0%) | 1,031 (24.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 438 (10.7%) | 376 (8.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 324 (8.0%) | 227 (5.3%) |
| Total | 4,078 (100.0%) | 4,261 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Barbour County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Barbour County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,407 commuters, 17.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,201 commuters, 15.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (992 commuters, 12.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 543 | 6.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,201 | 15.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,407 | 17.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 992 | 12.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 655 | 8.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 291 | 3.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 987 | 12.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 219 | 2.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 179 | 2.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 693 | 8.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 642 | 8.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 198 | 2.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Barbour County
The most common commute times in Barbour County are 10 to 14 minutes (736 commuters, 18.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (671 commuters, 16.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 244 (6.2%) | 299 (7.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 545 (13.8%) | 656 (16.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 736 (18.6%) | 671 (16.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 491 (12.4%) | 501 (12.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 318 (8.0%) | 337 (8.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 165 (4.2%) | 126 (3.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 422 (10.7%) | 565 (14.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 107 (2.7%) | 112 (2.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 115 (2.9%) | 64 (1.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 238 (6.0%) | 455 (11.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 464 (11.7%) | 178 (4.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 113 (2.9%) | 85 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Barbour County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Barbour County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (591, 14.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (982, 24.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 507 (12.8%) | 160 (4.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 267 (6.8%) | 35 (0.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 260 (6.6%) | 206 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 591 (14.9%) | 484 (11.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 548 (13.9%) | 540 (13.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 413 (10.4%) | 982 (24.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 280 (7.1%) | 531 (13.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 94 (2.4%) | 306 (7.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 22 (0.6%) | 148 (3.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 115 (2.9%) | 98 (2.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 52 (1.3%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 368 (9.3%) | 326 (8.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 441 (11.1%) | 186 (4.6%) |
| Total | 3,958 (100.0%) | 4,049 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Barbour County
Occupancy by Ownership in Barbour County
Of the total 9,016 dwellings in Barbour County, owner-occupied units account for 5,858 (65.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,158 (35.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,858 | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,158 | 35.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 9,016 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Barbour County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,101 | 34.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,843 | 31.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,497 | 16.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,575 | 17.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 9,016 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Barbour County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,785 (57.6%) | 1,316 (42.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,186 (76.9%) | 657 (23.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 878 (58.7%) | 619 (41.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,009 (64.1%) | 566 (35.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,858 (65.0%) | 3,158 (35.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Barbour County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 895 (49.0%) | 932 (51.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,172 (66.3%) | 1,106 (33.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,834 (67.3%) | 890 (32.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 957 (80.6%) | 230 (19.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Barbour County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,620 | 18.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,295 | 14.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,300 | 14.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,688 | 18.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,797 | 19.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,033 | 11.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 283 | 3.1% |
| Total | 9,016 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Barbour County
Median Income by Occupancy in Barbour County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,858 (65.0%) | $54,475 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,158 (35.0%) | $23,322 |
| Average | 9,016 (100.0%) | $39,712 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Barbour County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 252 (4.3%) | 325 (10.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 180 (3.1%) | 160 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 197 (3.4%) | 544 (17.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 347 (5.9%) | 343 (10.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 471 (8.0%) | 307 (9.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 538 (9.2%) | 455 (14.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 811 (13.8%) | 377 (11.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,057 (18.0%) | 330 (10.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 631 (10.8%) | 117 (3.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 834 (14.2%) | 145 (4.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 540 (9.2%) | 55 (1.7%) |
| Total | 5,858 (100.0%) | 3,158 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Barbour County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,052 (18.0%) | 263 (8.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,404 (24.0%) | 619 (19.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,135 (19.4%) | 1,175 (37.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 577 (9.9%) | 411 (13.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,021 (17.4%) | 336 (10.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 457 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 113 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 47 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 52 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,858 (100.0%) | 3,158 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Barbour County
Housing Structures in Barbour County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,133 | 56.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 119 | 1.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 613 | 6.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 364 | 4.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 311 | 3.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 154 | 1.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,322 | 25.8% |
| Total | 9,016 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Barbour County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,091 (79.7%) | 1,042 (20.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 21 (17.6%) | 98 (82.4%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 613 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 364 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 311 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 154 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,746 (75.2%) | 576 (24.8%) |
| Total | 5,858 (65.0%) | 3,158 (35.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Barbour County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 14 (0.2%) | 40 (1.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 321 (5.5%) | 1,018 (32.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,074 (35.4%) | 1,394 (44.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,266 (38.7%) | 614 (19.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,183 (20.2%) | 92 (2.9%) |
| Total | 5,858 (100.0%) | 3,158 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Barbour County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 316 (5.4%) | 249 (7.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 661 (11.3%) | 93 (2.9%) |
| Electricity | 4,791 (81.8%) | 2,795 (88.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 33 (0.6%) | 21 (0.7%) |
| No Fuel Used | 57 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,858 (100.0%) | 3,158 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Barbour County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 239 (4.1%) | 819 (25.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,689 (28.8%) | 1,313 (41.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,092 (35.7%) | 795 (25.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,838 (31.4%) | 231 (7.3%) |
| Total | 5,858 (100.0%) | 3,158 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Barbour County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Barbour County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,359 | 2,499 |
| Median Property Value | $72,300 | $138,100 |
| Median Household Income | $38,164 | $353 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $373 | $52 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $278 | $235 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Barbour County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,038 (30.9%) | 274 (11.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 983 (29.3%) | 576 (23.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,010 (30.1%) | 1,250 (50.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 222 (6.6%) | 289 (11.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 70 (2.1%) | 59 (2.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 7 (0.2%) | 51 (2.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 29 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,359 (100.0%) | 2,499 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Barbour County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 365 (10.9%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 772 (23.0%) | 67 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 411 (12.2%) | 243 (9.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 435 (13.0%) | 127 (5.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 605 (18.0%) | 376 (15.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 309 (9.2%) | 452 (18.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 275 (8.2%) | 322 (12.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 187 (5.6%) | 559 (22.4%) |
| Total | 3,359 (100.0%) | 2,499 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Barbour County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,561 (46.5%) | 73,893 (2,956.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 497 (14.8%) | 1,422 (56.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 261 (7.8%) | 429 (17.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 973 (29.0%) | 156 (6.2%) |
| Total | 3,359 (100.0%) | 2,499 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Barbour County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,327 (69.3%) | 44 (1.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 338 (10.1%) | 1,669 (66.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 166 (4.9%) | 349 (14.0%) |
| Total | 3,359 (100.0%) | 2,499 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Barbour County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Barbour County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,589 (98.5%) | 25 (1.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,726 (96.9%) | 118 (3.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,343 (72.2%) | 516 (27.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,821 (72.4%) | 694 (27.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,804 (77.5%) | 524 (22.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,061 (88.0%) | 281 (12.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,593 (93.4%) | 182 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,689 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,918 (99.6%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| Total | 19,544 (89.3%) | 2,348 (10.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Barbour County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,589 (98.5%) | 25 (1.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,726 (96.9%) | 118 (3.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,343 (72.2%) | 516 (27.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Barbour County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,098 (85.6%) | 861 (14.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,041 (84.9%) | 718 (15.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,475 (88.9%) | 434 (11.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,397 (94.5%) | 139 (5.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,532 (95.9%) | 194 (4.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Barbour County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,184 (73.4%) | 468 (29.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,449 (63.7%) | 1,462 (38.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 453 (24.4%) | 934 (50.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 603 (24.0%) | 1,338 (53.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 456 (19.6%) | 1,457 (62.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 567 (24.2%) | 1,611 (68.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 902 (32.5%) | 1,852 (66.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,652 (98.6%) | 1,438 (53.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,918 (99.6%) | 980 (50.9%) |
| Total | 11,184 (51.1%) | 11,540 (52.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Barbour County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 195 (10.2%) | 159 (8.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 318 (12.7%) | 154 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 519 (16.3%) | 685 (16.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 364 (32.5%) | 432 (27.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 424 (55.2%) | 720 (62.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Barbour County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.2%) | 23 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 37 (1.5%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 142 (4.5%) | 72 (1.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 138 (12.3%) | 124 (7.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 213 (27.7%) | 205 (17.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 46 (2.4%) | 89 (4.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 108 (4.3%) | 54 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 189 (5.9%) | 231 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 105 (9.4%) | 67 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 106 (13.8%) | 166 (14.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 109 (5.7%) | 15 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 131 (5.2%) | 122 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 153 (4.8%) | 217 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 97 (8.6%) | 101 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 104 (13.5%) | 223 (19.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 42 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 113 (4.5%) | 36 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 208 (6.5%) | 337 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 243 (21.7%) | 361 (23.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 255 (33.2%) | 517 (44.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (0.8%) | 42 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (1.1%) | 25 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (2.0%) | 131 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (2.1%) | 152 (9.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 85 (11.1%) | 304 (26.3%) |
Technology Access in Barbour County
Computing Device Access in Barbour County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,036 | 55.9% |
| Smartphone | 7,024 | 77.9% |
| Tablet | 4,454 | 49.4% |
| No Computing Device | 1,341 | 14.9% |
| Total | 9,016 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Barbour County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 3,671 | 40.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,785 | 19.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 892 | 9.9% |
| No Internet | 2,865 | 31.8% |
| Total | 9,016 | 100.0% |
Barbour County Summary
Barbour County is located in the southeastern corner of Alabama, and is part of the Wiregrass Region. It is bordered by Russell County to the north, Bullock County to the east, Macon County to the south, and Pike County to the west. The county seat is Clayton, and the largest city is Eufaula. The county has a total area of 645 square miles, and a population of 27,457 as of the 2010 census.
History
Barbour County was established on December 18, 1832, from parts of Pike, Henry, and Dale counties. It was named for James Barbour, who served as Governor of Virginia from 1812 to 1814. The county was originally part of the Creek Nation, and was ceded to the United States in the Treaty of Fort Jackson in 1814.
The first settlers in the area were mostly farmers from Georgia and the Carolinas, who arrived in the early 1800s. The county was largely agricultural, with cotton being the main crop. The county was also home to several large plantations, and the population was largely composed of African Americans.
During the Civil War, Barbour County was a major supplier of food and other supplies to the Confederate Army. The county was also the site of several skirmishes between Union and Confederate forces.
Geography
Barbour County is located in the southeastern corner of Alabama, and is part of the Wiregrass Region. It is bordered by Russell County to the north, Bullock County to the east, Macon County to the south, and Pike County to the west. The county has a total area of 645 square miles, and is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Chattahoochee River, which forms the western border of the county.
The climate of Barbour County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 68 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.
Economy
The economy of Barbour County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops are cotton, corn, soybeans, and peanuts. The county is also home to several timber companies, and the timber industry is a major employer in the area.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a textile mill. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Barbour County had a population of 27,457. The racial makeup of the county was 63.3% White, 34.2% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. 1.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,945. The per capita income for the county was $16,845. About 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Barbour County?
Total Population of Barbour County is 24,877.
What is the Total Male Population of Barbour County?
Total Male Population of Barbour County is 12,973.
What is the Total Female Population of Barbour County?
Total Female Population of Barbour County is 11,904.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Barbour County?
There are 108.98 Males per 100 Females in Barbour County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Barbour County?
There are 91.76 Females per 100 Males in Barbour County.
What is the Median Population Age in Barbour County?
Median Population Age in Barbour County is 40.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Barbour County
Average Family Size in Barbour County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Barbour County
Average Household Size in Barbour County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Barbour County?
Per Capita income in Barbour County is $23,378.
What is the Median Family Income in Barbour County?
Median Family Income in Barbour County is $55,672.
What is the Median Household income in Barbour County?
Median Household Income in Barbour County is $39,712.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Barbour County?
Income or Wage Gap in Barbour County is 21.6%.
Women in Barbour County earn 78.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Barbour County?
Family Income Deficit in Barbour County is $12,117.
Families that are below poverty line in Barbour County earn $12,117 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Barbour County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Barbour County is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Barbour County?
There are 8,976 People in the Labor Forcein in Barbour County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Barbour County?
44.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Barbour County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Barbour County?
Unemployment Rate in Barbour County is 5.8%.