Chambers County, AL
Chambers County Map
Chambers County Overview
34,612
TOTAL POPULATION
16,485
MALE POPULATION
18,127
FEMALE POPULATION
90.94
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.96
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,006
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,805
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
15,700
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Chambers County Area Codes
Race in Chambers County
The most populous races in Chambers County are White / Caucasian (19,642 | 56.8%), Black / African American (14,114 | 40.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,129 | 3.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 60 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 14,114 | 40.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,129 | 3.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 21 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 19,642 | 56.8% |
| Two or more Races | 532 | 1.5% |
| Some other Race | 240 | 0.7% |
| Total | 34,612 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Chambers County
The most populous ancestries reported in Chambers County are American (6,156 | 17.8%), English (2,730 | 7.9%), Irish (2,238 | 6.5%), German (1,124 | 3.3%), and Italian (576 | 1.7%), together accounting for 37.1% of all Chambers County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 278 | 0.8% |
| American | 6,156 | 17.8% |
| Apache | 2 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 7 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 58 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 8 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 31 | 0.1% |
| British | 30 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 40 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 8 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 10 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 240 | 0.7% |
| Central American Indian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 50 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 9 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 19 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 77 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 19 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 7 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 113 | 0.3% |
| Eastern European | 18 | 0.1% |
| English | 2,730 | 7.9% |
| European | 325 | 0.9% |
| Fijian | 3 | 0.0% |
| French | 434 | 1.3% |
| French Canadian | 27 | 0.1% |
| German | 1,124 | 3.3% |
| Guatemalan | 219 | 0.6% |
| Honduran | 21 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Iraqi | 7 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 2,238 | 6.5% |
| Italian | 576 | 1.7% |
| Korean | 49 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 490 | 1.4% |
| Nigerian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 69 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 54 | 0.2% |
| Peruvian | 68 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 75 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 179 | 0.5% |
| Romanian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 273 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 308 | 0.9% |
| South American | 74 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 12 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 45 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 281 | 0.8% |
| Swedish | 51 | 0.2% |
| Venezuelan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 80 | 0.2% | View All 58 Rows |
Immigrants in Chambers County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chambers County came from Latin America (375 | 1.1%), Central America (272 | 0.8%), Guatemala (209 | 0.6%), Caribbean (66 | 0.2%), and Asia (61 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.8% of all Chambers County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 9 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 61 | 0.2% |
| Barbados | 8 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 31 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 66 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 272 | 0.8% |
| Cuba | 37 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 42 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 59 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 61 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 209 | 0.6% |
| Honduras | 21 | 0.1% |
| Hungary | 8 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 19 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 14 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 40 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 375 | 1.1% |
| Latvia | 31 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 42 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 9 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 2 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 20 | 0.1% |
| South America | 37 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 19 | 0.1% |
| Venezuela | 6 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 9 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 2 | 0.0% | View All 29 Rows |
Sex and Age in Chambers County
Sex and Age in Chambers County
The most populous age groups in Chambers County are 55 to 59 Years (1,313 | 8.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,523 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,038 (6.3%) | 1,048 (5.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 954 (5.8%) | 657 (3.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,005 (6.1%) | 1,291 (7.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 776 (4.7%) | 1,008 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,157 (7.0%) | 972 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,143 (6.9%) | 1,183 (6.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 978 (5.9%) | 1,029 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,179 (7.1%) | 1,125 (6.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 697 (4.2%) | 927 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,018 (6.2%) | 1,136 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,154 (7.0%) | 1,230 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,313 (8.0%) | 1,523 (8.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,155 (7.0%) | 1,086 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 943 (5.7%) | 1,397 (7.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 884 (5.4%) | 768 (4.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 635 (3.8%) | 737 (4.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 317 (1.9%) | 550 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 139 (0.8%) | 460 (2.5%) |
| Total | 16,485 (100.0%) | 18,127 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Chambers County
Median Family Size in Chambers County
The median family size in Chambers County is 3.18 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,217 | 25.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.35 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (5,775 | 65.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,775 (65.0%) | 3.12 |
| Single Male/Father | 888 (10.0%) | 3.15 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,217 (25.0%) | 3.35 |
| Total Families | 8,880 (100.0%) | 3.18 |
Median Household Size in Chambers County
The median household size in Chambers County is 2.58 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,217 | 16.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (4,263 | 32.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,775 (43.9%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 888 (6.8%) | 3.44 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,217 (16.9%) | 3.52 |
| Non-family | 4,263 (32.4%) | 1.13 |
| Total Households | 13,143 (100.0%) | 2.58 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chambers County
Out of a total of 13,143 households in Chambers County, 8,880 (67.6%) are family households, while 4,263 (32.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,458, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,691.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,691 (28.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,458 (33.9%) | 567 (4.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,895 (14.4%) | 5 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,381 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 695 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 331 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 120 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,880 (67.6%) | 4,263 (32.4%) |
Female Fertility in Chambers County
Fertility by Age in Chambers County
Average fertility rate in Chambers County is 98.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 217.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 93.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 691 (93.2%) | 217.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 50 (6.8%) | 15.0 |
| Total | 741 (100.0%) | 98.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chambers County
38.1% of women with births (741) in Chambers County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 65.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 16.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 240 (34.7%) | 451 (65.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 42 (84.0%) | 8 (16.0%) |
| Total | 282 (38.1%) | 459 (61.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Chambers County
Average fertility rate in Chambers County is 98.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 399.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 50.3% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 108 (14.6%) | 85.0 |
| High School Diploma | 112 (15.1%) | 55.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 373 (50.3%) | 114.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 49 (6.6%) | 67.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 99 (13.4%) | 399.0 |
| Total | 741 (100.0%) | 98.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chambers County
61.9% of women with births in Chambers 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 108 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 154 (41.3%) | 219 (58.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 29 (59.2%) | 20 (40.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 99 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 282 (38.1%) | 459 (61.9%) |
Income in Chambers County
Income Overview in Chambers County
Per Capita Income in Chambers County is $27,006, while median incomes of families and households are $60,000 and $48,805 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 34,612 | $27,006 |
| Median Family Income | 8,880 | $60,000 |
| Mean Family Income | 8,880 | $72,690 |
| Median Household Income | 13,143 | $48,805 |
| Mean Household Income | 13,143 | $64,377 |
| Income Deficit | 8,880 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 34,612 | 31.23% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 34,612 | 68.77¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 34,612 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Chambers County
Average Earnings in Chambers County are $33,170, $40,429 for men and $27,804 for women, a difference of 31.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 8,575 (52.2%) | $40,429 |
| Female | 7,854 (47.8%) | $27,804 |
| Total | 16,429 (100.0%) | $33,170 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chambers County
The most common earnings brackets in Chambers County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (812 | 9.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (667 | 8.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 325 (3.8%) | 300 (3.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 337 (3.9%) | 520 (6.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 374 (4.4%) | 348 (4.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 258 (3.0%) | 254 (3.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 177 (2.1%) | 372 (4.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 270 (3.2%) | 303 (3.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 255 (3.0%) | 293 (3.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 164 (1.9%) | 357 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 199 (2.3%) | 515 (6.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 475 (5.5%) | 381 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 512 (6.0%) | 667 (8.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 354 (4.1%) | 605 (7.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 525 (6.1%) | 516 (6.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 558 (6.5%) | 355 (4.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 791 (9.2%) | 350 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 411 (4.8%) | 365 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 606 (7.1%) | 631 (8.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 361 (4.2%) | 300 (3.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 812 (9.5%) | 226 (2.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 811 (9.5%) | 196 (2.5%) |
| Total | 8,575 (100.0%) | 7,854 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chambers County
Average earnings in Chambers County are $45,042 for men and $31,092 for women, a difference of 31.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $54,923, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $19,541. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,317, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,091.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $19,541 | $22,091 |
| High School Diploma | $41,534 | $28,293 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $54,923 | $32,030 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,528 | $38,750 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $45,042 | $31,092 |
Family Income in Chambers County
Family Income Brackets in Chambers County
According to the Chambers County family income data, there are 1,696 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.1% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 249 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 249 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 346 | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 773 | 8.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 968 | 10.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,447 | 16.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,696 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,305 | 14.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,288 | 14.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 462 | 5.2% |
| $200,000+ | 355 | 4.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chambers County
4-person families (1,337 | 15.1%) account for the highest median family income in Chambers County with $71,952 per family, while 2-person families (4,744 | 53.4%) have the highest median income of $25,496 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,744 (53.4%) | $50,993 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,799 (20.3%) | $70,820 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,337 (15.1%) | $71,952 |
| 5-Person Families | 635 (7.1%) | $71,030 |
| 6-Person Families | 245 (2.8%) | $64,917 |
| 7+ Person Families | 120 (1.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 8,880 (100.0%) | $60,000 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Chambers County
The median family income in Chambers County is $60,000, with families comprising 3+ earners (665) having the highest median family income of $124,375, while families with no earners (1,998) have the lowest median family income of $34,625, accounting for 7.5% and 22.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,998 (22.5%) | $34,625 |
| 1 Earner | 3,049 (34.3%) | $41,457 |
| 2 Earners | 3,168 (35.7%) | $82,847 |
| 3+ Earners | 665 (7.5%) | $124,375 |
| Total | 8,880 (100.0%) | $60,000 |
Household Income in Chambers County
Household Income Brackets in Chambers County
With 2,339 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Chambers County, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 460 households (3.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 670 | 5.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,025 | 7.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,643 | 12.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,525 | 11.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,840 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,339 | 17.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,617 | 12.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,498 | 11.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 526 | 4.0% |
| $200,000+ | 460 | 3.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Chambers County
The median household income in Chambers County is $48,805, with the highest median household income of $60,141 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,020 households (38.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 257 households (2.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 257 (2.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,709 (28.2%) | $57,614 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 5,020 (38.2%) | $60,141 |
| 65+ Years | 4,157 (31.6%) | $37,277 |
| Total | 13,143 (100.0%) | $48,805 |
Poverty in Chambers County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chambers County
With 15.8% poverty level for males and 19.8% for females among the residents of Chambers County, 12 to 14 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 266 males (43.8%) and 448 females (51.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 220 (21.5%) | 329 (31.7%) |
| 5 Years | 78 (37.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 463 (41.1%) | 151 (16.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 266 (43.8%) | 448 (51.7%) |
| 15 Years | 130 (40.1%) | 24 (9.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 42 (20.4%) | 14 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 175 (13.4%) | 241 (18.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 60 (2.9%) | 322 (14.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 296 (15.9%) | 441 (21.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 122 (5.7%) | 465 (19.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 456 (18.6%) | 570 (21.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 133 (7.6%) | 259 (12.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 109 (10.3%) | 266 (15.9%) |
| Total | 2,550 (15.8%) | 3,530 (19.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chambers County
According to the poverty statistics in Chambers County, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.1% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 804 (78.5%) | 709 (68.3%) |
| 5 Years | 128 (62.1%) | 128 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 663 (58.9%) | 778 (83.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 341 (56.2%) | 419 (48.3%) |
| 15 Years | 194 (59.9%) | 235 (90.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 164 (79.6%) | 395 (96.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,130 (86.6%) | 1,039 (81.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,026 (97.1%) | 1,875 (85.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,568 (84.1%) | 1,586 (78.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,026 (94.3%) | 1,879 (80.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,994 (81.4%) | 2,028 (78.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,607 (92.4%) | 1,864 (87.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 945 (89.7%) | 1,403 (84.1%) |
| Total | 13,590 (84.2%) | 14,338 (80.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chambers County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chambers County show that 6.8% or 393 of the total 5,775 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 22.2%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.3%, which includes 13 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,382 (93.1%) | 251 (6.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,686 (93.3%) | 121 (6.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 286 (95.7%) | 13 (4.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 28 (77.8%) | 8 (22.2%) |
| Total | 5,382 (93.2%) | 393 (6.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chambers County
According to the poverty data in Chambers County, 9.5% or 84 single-father households and 33.8% or 750 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 58 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 160 households (62.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 151 (14.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 26 (7.8%) | 439 (49.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 160 (62.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 84 (9.5%) | 750 (33.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chambers County
The poverty data for Chambers County shows that 393 of the married-couple family households (6.8%) and 834 of the single-parent households (26.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (22.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 58 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 251 (6.9%) | 151 (10.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 121 (6.7%) | 465 (38.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 13 (4.3%) | 160 (49.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (22.2%) | 58 (100.0%) |
| Total | 393 (6.8%) | 834 (26.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Chambers County
Employment by Class of Employer in Chambers County
Among the 14,660 employed individuals in Chambers County, private company employees (10,751 | 73.3%), local government employees (1,194 | 8.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (821 | 5.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 10,751 | 73.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 236 | 1.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 821 | 5.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 693 | 4.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,194 | 8.1% |
| State Government Employees | 399 | 2.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 481 | 3.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 85 | 0.6% |
| Total | 14,660 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Chambers County
According to the labor force statistics for Chambers County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (28,036), 56.0% or 15,700 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 565 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.5% or 1,776 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.5% or 141 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 575 (47.9%) | 141 (24.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,712 (80.4%) | 178 (10.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,021 (86.9%) | 42 (2.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,776 (88.5%) | 50 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,891 (73.6%) | 20 (0.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,304 (72.8%) | 23 (0.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,673 (59.0%) | 90 (5.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,033 (46.1%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 651 (16.3%) | 7 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,700 (56.0%) | 565 (3.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chambers County
According to labor force statistics for Chambers County, 71.0% of individuals (12,692) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (17,876) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 228 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.9% or 1,906 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.9% or 144 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,001 (48.8%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,952 (67.5%) | 213 (2.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,840 (76.0%) | 64 (1.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,906 (89.9%) | 38 (1.8%) |
| Total | 12,692 (71.0%) | 322 (1.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Chambers County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chambers County are Management (1,220 | 8.1%), Community & Social Service (1,204 | 8.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,094 | 7.3%), Education Instruction & Library (787 | 5.2%), and Health Technologists (495 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chambers County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.2%), Computers & Mathematics (78.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (75.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (92.7%), Legal Services & Support (87.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 702 (57.5%) | 518 (42.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 49 (33.3%) | 98 (66.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 271 (75.3%) | 89 (24.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 163 (78.7%) | 44 (21.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 99 (83.2%) | 20 (16.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 9 (26.5%) | 25 (73.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 405 (33.6%) | 799 (66.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 139 (68.1%) | 65 (31.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 8 (12.5%) | 56 (87.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 226 (28.7%) | 561 (71.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 32 (21.5%) | 117 (78.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 140 (12.8%) | 954 (87.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 36 (7.3%) | 459 (92.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,567 (38.9%) | 2,458 (61.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,954 (52.8%) | 7,118 (47.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Chambers County are Food Preparation & Serving (794 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (707 | 4.7%), Healthcare Support (447 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (440 | 2.9%), and Personal Care & Service (286 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Chambers County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (83.7%), Security & Protection (74.8%), and Law Enforcement (65.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (59.8%), and Personal Care & Service (55.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 23 (5.1%) | 424 (94.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 329 (74.8%) | 111 (25.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 185 (83.7%) | 36 (16.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 144 (65.7%) | 75 (34.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 319 (40.2%) | 475 (59.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 420 (59.4%) | 287 (40.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 127 (44.4%) | 159 (55.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,218 (45.6%) | 1,456 (54.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,954 (52.8%) | 7,118 (47.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chambers County are Office & Administration (1,627 | 10.8%), and Sales & Related (982 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 406 (41.3%) | 576 (58.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 294 (18.1%) | 1,333 (81.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 700 (26.8%) | 1,909 (73.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,954 (52.8%) | 7,118 (47.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chambers County are Construction & Extraction (744 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (662 | 4.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (61 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 61 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 744 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 651 (98.3%) | 11 (1.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,456 (99.3%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,954 (52.8%) | 7,118 (47.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chambers County are Production (2,730 | 18.1%), Material Moving (1,178 | 7.8%), and Transportation (389 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,691 (61.9%) | 1,039 (38.1%) |
| Transportation | 345 (88.7%) | 44 (11.3%) |
| Material Moving | 977 (82.9%) | 201 (17.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,013 (70.1%) | 1,284 (29.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 7,954 (52.8%) | 7,118 (47.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Chambers County
Employment Industries in Chambers County
The major employment industries in Chambers County include Manufacturing (4,380 | 29.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,683 | 11.2%), Retail Trade (1,368 | 9.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,065 | 7.1%), and Educational Services (1,014 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chambers County
The Chambers County industries that see more men than women are Construction (97.8%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (89.9%), and Transportation & Warehousing (88.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (84.3%), and Educational Services (79.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 240 (89.9%) | 27 (10.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 849 (97.8%) | 19 (2.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 3,028 (69.1%) | 1,352 (30.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 119 (54.1%) | 101 (45.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 598 (43.7%) | 770 (56.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 402 (88.9%) | 50 (11.1%) |
| Utilities | 155 (55.8%) | 123 (44.2%) |
| Information | 78 (38.8%) | 123 (61.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 92 (24.3%) | 286 (75.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 90 (56.6%) | 69 (43.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 110 (22.0%) | 391 (78.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 345 (44.9%) | 423 (55.1%) |
| Educational Services | 210 (20.7%) | 804 (79.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 264 (15.7%) | 1,419 (84.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 90 (54.9%) | 74 (45.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 468 (43.9%) | 597 (56.1%) |
| Public Administration | 352 (58.2%) | 253 (41.8%) |
| Total | 7,954 (52.8%) | 7,118 (47.2%) |
Education in Chambers County
School Enrollment in Chambers County
The most common levels of schooling among the 6,793 students in Chambers County are middle school (1,827 | 26.9%), high school (1,559 | 23.0%), and college / undergraduate (1,362 | 20.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 253 | 3.7% |
| Kindergarten | 420 | 6.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,183 | 17.4% |
| Middle School | 1,827 | 26.9% |
| High School | 1,559 | 23.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,362 | 20.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 189 | 2.8% |
| Total | 6,793 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chambers County
Out of a total of 6,793 students who are enrolled in schools in Chambers County, 937 (13.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,856 (86.2%) 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 89 (38.5% 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 239 (94.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 142 (61.5%) | 89 (38.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,338 (94.0%) | 85 (6.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,009 (88.2%) | 268 (11.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,061 (89.2%) | 128 (10.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 239 (94.1%) | 15 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 456 (69.6%) | 199 (30.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 376 (86.8%) | 57 (13.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 237 (71.6%) | 94 (28.4%) |
| Total | 5,856 (86.2%) | 937 (13.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chambers County
Business (749 | 22.1%), education (724 | 21.3%), science & technology (475 | 14.0%), arts & humanities (336 | 9.9%), and psychology (178 | 5.2%) are the most common fields of study among 3,393 individuals in Chambers County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 161 | 4.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 166 | 4.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 13 | 0.4% |
| Psychology | 178 | 5.2% |
| Social Sciences | 69 | 2.0% |
| Engineering | 115 | 3.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 22 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 475 | 14.0% |
| Business | 749 | 22.1% |
| Education | 724 | 21.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 72 | 2.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 155 | 4.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 99 | 2.9% |
| Communications | 59 | 1.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 336 | 9.9% |
| Total | 3,393 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Chambers County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chambers County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chambers County are males with 2 vehicles (2,962, accounting for 38.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,595, making up 43.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 49 (0.6%) | 210 (3.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,227 (15.9%) | 804 (11.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,962 (38.3%) | 2,595 (37.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,061 (26.6%) | 1,617 (23.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 908 (11.7%) | 942 (13.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 535 (6.9%) | 685 (10.0%) |
| Total | 7,742 (100.0%) | 6,853 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Chambers County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chambers County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,459 commuters, 17.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,297 commuters, 16.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (2,015 commuters, 14.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 506 | 3.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,851 | 13.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,459 | 17.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,297 | 16.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,438 | 10.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,143 | 8.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,015 | 14.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 317 | 2.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 506 | 3.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 909 | 6.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 614 | 4.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 188 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Chambers County
The most common commute times in Chambers County are 15 to 19 minutes (1,296 commuters, 16.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,286 commuters, 19.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 262 (3.4%) | 244 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,013 (13.2%) | 838 (12.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,173 (15.3%) | 1,286 (19.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,296 (16.9%) | 1,001 (15.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 865 (11.3%) | 573 (8.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 507 (6.6%) | 636 (9.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,189 (15.5%) | 826 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 99 (1.3%) | 218 (3.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 174 (2.3%) | 332 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 507 (6.6%) | 402 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 459 (6.0%) | 155 (2.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 113 (1.5%) | 75 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chambers County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Chambers County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,112, 14.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,213, 18.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 660 (8.6%) | 259 (3.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 453 (5.9%) | 141 (2.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 561 (7.3%) | 202 (3.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 900 (11.7%) | 578 (8.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 715 (9.3%) | 542 (8.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,112 (14.5%) | 1,213 (18.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 707 (9.2%) | 1,010 (15.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 453 (5.9%) | 555 (8.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 157 (2.1%) | 141 (2.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 246 (3.2%) | 266 (4.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 56 (0.7%) | 145 (2.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 63 (0.8%) | 202 (3.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 606 (7.9%) | 485 (7.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 968 (12.6%) | 847 (12.9%) |
| Total | 7,657 (100.0%) | 6,586 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Chambers County
Occupancy by Ownership in Chambers County
Of the total 13,143 dwellings in Chambers County, owner-occupied units account for 9,486 (72.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,657 (27.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 9,486 | 72.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,657 | 27.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 13,143 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Chambers County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,691 | 28.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,025 | 38.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,900 | 14.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,527 | 19.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 13,143 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chambers County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,530 (68.5%) | 1,161 (31.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,678 (73.2%) | 1,347 (26.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,436 (75.6%) | 464 (24.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,842 (72.9%) | 685 (27.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 9,486 (72.2%) | 3,657 (27.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chambers County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,523 (72.3%) | 583 (27.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,279 (66.9%) | 1,623 (33.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,331 (75.8%) | 1,064 (24.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,353 (77.8%) | 387 (22.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chambers County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,925 | 14.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,041 | 15.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,085 | 15.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,935 | 22.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,388 | 18.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,470 | 11.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 299 | 2.3% |
| Total | 13,143 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Chambers County
Median Income by Occupancy in Chambers County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 9,486 (72.2%) | $54,060 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,657 (27.8%) | $34,668 |
| Average | 13,143 (100.0%) | $48,805 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chambers County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 287 (3.0%) | 144 (3.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 86 (0.9%) | 154 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 601 (6.3%) | 423 (11.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 467 (4.9%) | 395 (10.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 547 (5.8%) | 239 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,043 (11.0%) | 482 (13.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,544 (16.3%) | 290 (7.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,723 (18.2%) | 613 (16.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,269 (13.4%) | 345 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,074 (11.3%) | 430 (11.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 845 (8.9%) | 142 (3.9%) |
| Total | 9,486 (100.0%) | 3,657 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chambers County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,610 (17.0%) | 137 (3.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,101 (22.2%) | 459 (12.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,981 (20.9%) | 838 (22.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 906 (9.6%) | 829 (22.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,865 (19.7%) | 938 (25.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 783 (8.3%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 131 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 7 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 102 (1.1%) | 25 (0.7%) |
| Total | 9,486 (100.0%) | 3,657 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Chambers County
Housing Structures in Chambers County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,493 | 72.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 35 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 358 | 2.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 172 | 1.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 287 | 2.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 890 | 6.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,908 | 14.5% |
| Total | 13,143 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chambers County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,907 (83.3%) | 1,586 (16.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 (25.7%) | 26 (74.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 358 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 172 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 287 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 890 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,570 (82.3%) | 338 (17.7%) |
| Total | 9,486 (72.2%) | 3,657 (27.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chambers County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 28 (0.3%) | 790 (21.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 189 (2.0%) | 375 (10.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,699 (28.4%) | 1,374 (37.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,281 (45.1%) | 873 (23.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,289 (24.1%) | 245 (6.7%) |
| Total | 9,486 (100.0%) | 3,657 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chambers County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,685 (17.8%) | 608 (16.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,173 (12.4%) | 230 (6.3%) |
| Electricity | 6,316 (66.6%) | 2,776 (75.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 16 (0.2%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 214 (2.3%) | 13 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 82 (0.9%) | 21 (0.6%) |
| Total | 9,486 (100.0%) | 3,657 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Chambers County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 350 (3.7%) | 566 (15.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,153 (22.7%) | 1,331 (36.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,496 (36.8%) | 1,197 (32.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,487 (36.8%) | 563 (15.4%) |
| Total | 9,486 (100.0%) | 3,657 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Chambers County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chambers County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 5,014 | 4,472 |
| Median Property Value | $96,700 | $144,800 |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 | $553 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $390 | $102 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $381 | $531 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chambers County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,173 (23.4%) | 245 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,519 (30.3%) | 1,112 (24.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,781 (35.5%) | 2,672 (59.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 429 (8.6%) | 388 (8.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 68 (1.4%) | 29 (0.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 14 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 30 (0.6%) | 26 (0.6%) |
| Total | 5,014 (100.0%) | 4,472 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chambers County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 269 (5.4%) | 30 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,123 (22.4%) | 104 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 585 (11.7%) | 492 (11.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 894 (17.8%) | 458 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,057 (21.1%) | 650 (14.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 424 (8.5%) | 666 (14.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 370 (7.4%) | 845 (18.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 292 (5.8%) | 704 (15.7%) |
| Total | 5,014 (100.0%) | 4,472 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chambers County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,256 (45.0%) | 71,090 (1,589.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 848 (16.9%) | 2,215 (49.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 454 (9.0%) | 859 (19.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,366 (27.2%) | 393 (8.8%) |
| Total | 5,014 (100.0%) | 4,472 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chambers County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,702 (53.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 547 (10.9%) | 2,858 (63.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 132 (2.6%) | 813 (18.2%) |
| Total | 5,014 (100.0%) | 4,472 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Chambers County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chambers County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,347 (97.0%) | 73 (3.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,786 (95.6%) | 221 (4.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,222 (75.1%) | 735 (24.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,947 (78.4%) | 810 (21.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,287 (85.1%) | 576 (14.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,881 (86.4%) | 611 (13.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,426 (87.7%) | 622 (12.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,863 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,687 (98.7%) | 36 (1.3%) |
| Total | 30,446 (89.2%) | 3,684 (10.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chambers County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,347 (97.0%) | 73 (3.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,786 (95.6%) | 221 (4.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,222 (75.1%) | 735 (24.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chambers County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,785 (87.5%) | 682 (12.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,716 (86.0%) | 1,091 (14.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6,209 (91.8%) | 552 (8.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,638 (88.8%) | 586 (11.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,938 (91.7%) | 717 (8.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chambers County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,570 (64.9%) | 801 (33.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,957 (59.1%) | 1,976 (39.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 349 (11.8%) | 1,986 (67.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 337 (9.0%) | 2,640 (70.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 574 (14.9%) | 2,759 (71.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 848 (18.9%) | 3,242 (72.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,611 (31.9%) | 3,273 (64.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,762 (97.4%) | 1,811 (46.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,656 (97.5%) | 1,542 (56.6%) |
| Total | 14,664 (43.0%) | 20,030 (58.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chambers County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 61 (2.5%) | 152 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 147 (4.3%) | 302 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,491 (23.2%) | 1,752 (25.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 787 (45.2%) | 883 (41.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 605 (57.4%) | 910 (54.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chambers County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 243 (3.8%) | 306 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 380 (21.8%) | 246 (11.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 305 (28.9%) | 329 (19.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (0.4%) | 12 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (0.5%) | 118 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 325 (5.1%) | 431 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 321 (18.4%) | 336 (15.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (5.1%) | 214 (12.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 46 (1.8%) | 140 (5.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 120 (3.5%) | 138 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 602 (9.4%) | 671 (9.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 224 (12.9%) | 262 (12.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 164 (15.6%) | 336 (20.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (2.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.3%) | 84 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 973 (15.1%) | 1,285 (18.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 368 (21.1%) | 507 (23.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 291 (27.6%) | 707 (42.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.2%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (0.8%) | 32 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 319 (5.0%) | 632 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 171 (9.8%) | 251 (11.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 157 (14.9%) | 225 (13.5%) |
Technology Access in Chambers County
Computing Device Access in Chambers County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 8,177 | 62.2% |
| Smartphone | 10,809 | 82.2% |
| Tablet | 6,817 | 51.9% |
| No Computing Device | 1,300 | 9.9% |
| Total | 13,143 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Chambers County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 51 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 8,177 | 62.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,496 | 11.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,286 | 9.8% |
| No Internet | 2,819 | 21.4% |
| Total | 13,143 | 100.0% |
Chambers County Summary
Chambers County is located in the east-central part of the state of Alabama, in the United States. It is bordered by Lee County to the north, Russell County to the east, Macon County to the south, and Tallapoosa County to the west. The county seat is LaFayette, and the largest city is Valley. As of the 2010 census, the population of Chambers County was 34,215.
Geography
Chambers County covers an area of 576 square miles, making it the 33rd largest county in Alabama. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The Chattahoochee River forms the western border of the county, and the Tallapoosa River forms the eastern border. The county is drained by several creeks, including Big Wills Creek, Little Wills Creek, and Cane Creek. The county is mostly covered in pine and hardwood forests, with some agricultural land in the northern part of the county.
History
Chambers County was created in 1832 from Creek Indian lands. It was named for Henry H. Chambers, a state senator and judge. The county seat was originally located in Lafayette, but was moved to West Point in 1833. In 1839, the county seat was moved back to Lafayette.
During the Civil War, Chambers County was a major center of Confederate activity. The county was the site of several battles, including the Battle of West Point in 1864. After the war, the county was largely agricultural, with cotton and corn being the main crops.
Economy
The economy of Chambers County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large poultry processing plants, as well as a number of smaller food processing plants. The county is also home to several large timber companies, which harvest timber from the county's forests.
The county is also home to several large industrial parks, which are home to a variety of manufacturing companies. The largest employers in the county are the poultry processing plants, followed by the timber companies and the manufacturing companies.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Chambers County was 34,215. The racial makeup of the county was 79.3% White, 17.7% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $35,945, and the median income for a family was $43,945. The per capita income for the county was $17,945. About 17.7% of the population were below the poverty line.
Conclusion
Chambers County is a rural county located in east-central Alabama. It is bordered by Lee, Russell, Macon, and Tallapoosa counties. The county has a population of 34,215, and is largely agricultural and industrial in nature. The county is home to several large poultry processing plants, timber companies, and manufacturing companies. The median income for a household in the county is $35,945, and the per capita income is $17,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Chambers County?
Total Population of Chambers County is 34,612.
What is the Total Male Population of Chambers County?
Total Male Population of Chambers County is 16,485.
What is the Total Female Population of Chambers County?
Total Female Population of Chambers County is 18,127.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chambers County?
There are 90.94 Males per 100 Females in Chambers County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chambers County?
There are 109.96 Females per 100 Males in Chambers County.
What is the Median Population Age in Chambers County?
Median Population Age in Chambers County is 42.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chambers County
Average Family Size in Chambers County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chambers County
Average Household Size in Chambers County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chambers County?
Per Capita income in Chambers County is $27,006.
What is the Median Family Income in Chambers County?
Median Family Income in Chambers County is $60,000.
What is the Median Household income in Chambers County?
Median Household Income in Chambers County is $48,805.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chambers County?
Income or Wage Gap in Chambers County is 31.2%.
Women in Chambers County earn 68.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chambers County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chambers County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chambers County?
There are 15,700 People in the Labor Forcein in Chambers County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chambers County?
56.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Chambers County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chambers County?
Unemployment Rate in Chambers County is 3.6%.