Choctaw County, AL
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Choctaw County Overview
12,669
TOTAL POPULATION
5,980
MALE POPULATION
6,689
FEMALE POPULATION
89.40
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.86
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,343
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,349
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,299
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
50.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
49.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,799
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,782
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Choctaw County
The most populous races in Choctaw County are White / Caucasian (7,180 | 56.7%), Black / African American (5,062 | 40.0%), and Two or more Races (299 | 2.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 5,062 | 40.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 143 | 1.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 28 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,180 | 56.7% |
| Two or more Races | 299 | 2.4% |
| Some other Race | 85 | 0.7% |
| Total | 12,669 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Choctaw County
The most populous ancestries reported in Choctaw County are American (3,553 | 28.0%), English (951 | 7.5%), Irish (678 | 5.3%), German (338 | 2.7%), and Scotch-Irish (238 | 1.9%), together accounting for 45.4% of all Choctaw County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 27 | 0.2% |
| American | 3,553 | 28.0% |
| British | 82 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 42 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 32 | 0.3% |
| Choctaw | 30 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 4 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 135 | 1.1% |
| English | 951 | 7.5% |
| European | 60 | 0.5% |
| French | 28 | 0.2% |
| French Canadian | 1 | 0.0% |
| German | 338 | 2.7% |
| Greek | 21 | 0.2% |
| Haitian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 3 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 678 | 5.3% |
| Italian | 130 | 1.0% |
| Jamaican | 11 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 7 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 24 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 62 | 0.5% |
| Panamanian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 79 | 0.6% |
| Polish | 7 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 44 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 238 | 1.9% |
| Scottish | 203 | 1.6% |
| South American | 84 | 0.7% |
| Subsaharan African | 36 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 1 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 37 | 0.3% |
| Ukrainian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 2 | 0.0% |
| West Indian | 8 | 0.1% | View All 38 Rows |
Immigrants in Choctaw County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Choctaw County came from Asia (17 | 0.1%), Central America (17 | 0.1%), Latin America (17 | 0.1%), India (15 | 0.1%), and South Central Asia (15 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.6% of all Choctaw County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 9 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 17 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 13 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 17 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 9 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2 | 0.0% |
| India | 15 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 17 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 11 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 6 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 15 | 0.1% | View All 12 Rows |
Sex and Age in Choctaw County
Sex and Age in Choctaw County
The most populous age groups in Choctaw County are 15 to 19 Years (527 | 8.8%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (545 | 8.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 267 (4.5%) | 419 (6.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 286 (4.8%) | 299 (4.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 435 (7.3%) | 343 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 527 (8.8%) | 395 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 305 (5.1%) | 341 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 261 (4.4%) | 290 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 351 (5.9%) | 320 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 251 (4.2%) | 288 (4.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 283 (4.7%) | 424 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 357 (6.0%) | 389 (5.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 406 (6.8%) | 439 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 506 (8.5%) | 545 (8.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 462 (7.7%) | 530 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 343 (5.7%) | 446 (6.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 394 (6.6%) | 472 (7.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 324 (5.4%) | 244 (3.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 97 (1.6%) | 177 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 125 (2.1%) | 328 (4.9%) |
| Total | 5,980 (100.0%) | 6,689 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Choctaw County
Median Family Size in Choctaw County
The median family size in Choctaw County is 3.15 persons per family, with single female/mother families (830 | 25.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.24 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,333 | 71.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,333 (71.9%) | 3.12 |
| Single Male/Father | 83 (2.6%) | 3.17 |
| Single Female/Mother | 830 (25.6%) | 3.24 |
| Total Families | 3,246 (100.0%) | 3.15 |
Median Household Size in Choctaw County
The median household size in Choctaw County is 2.39 persons per household, with single female/mother households (830 | 15.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.36 persons per household. non-family households (1,982 | 37.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,333 (44.6%) | 3.12 |
| Single Male/Father | 83 (1.6%) | 3.31 |
| Single Female/Mother | 830 (15.9%) | 3.36 |
| Non-family | 1,982 (37.9%) | 1.09 |
| Total Households | 5,228 (100.0%) | 2.39 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Choctaw County
Out of a total of 5,228 households in Choctaw County, 3,246 (62.1%) are family households, while 1,982 (37.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,868, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,861.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,861 (35.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,868 (35.7%) | 110 (2.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 628 (12.0%) | 11 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 353 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 274 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 54 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 69 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,246 (62.1%) | 1,982 (37.9%) |
Female Fertility in Choctaw County
Fertility by Age in Choctaw County
Average fertility rate in Choctaw County is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 138.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.3% 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 | 131 (75.3%) | 138.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 43 (24.7%) | 37.0 |
| Total | 174 (100.0%) | 70.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Choctaw County
50.0% of women with births (174) in Choctaw County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 55.7% 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 32.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 58 (44.3%) | 73 (55.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 29 (67.4%) | 14 (32.6%) |
| Total | 87 (50.0%) | 87 (50.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Choctaw County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 20 (11.5%) | 37.0 |
| High School Diploma | 20 (11.5%) | 30.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 106 (60.9%) | 103.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (16.1%) | 146.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 174 (100.0%) | 70.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Choctaw County
50.0% of women with births in Choctaw County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's 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 | 11 (55.0%) | 9 (45.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 48 (45.3%) | 58 (54.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 87 (50.0%) | 87 (50.0%) |
Income in Choctaw County
Income Overview in Choctaw County
Per Capita Income in Choctaw County is $26,343, while median incomes of families and households are $64,349 and $43,299 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 12,669 | $26,343 |
| Median Family Income | 3,246 | $64,349 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,246 | $77,244 |
| Median Household Income | 5,228 | $43,299 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,228 | $61,685 |
| Income Deficit | 3,246 | $13,799 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 12,669 | 50.60% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 12,669 | 49.40¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 12,669 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Choctaw County
Average Earnings in Choctaw County are $33,688, $49,669 for men and $24,536 for women, a difference of 50.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,595 (51.3%) | $49,669 |
| Female | 2,459 (48.6%) | $24,536 |
| Total | 5,054 (100.0%) | $33,688 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Choctaw County
The most common earnings brackets in Choctaw County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (375 | 14.4%) and $2,499 or less for women (329 | 13.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 97 (3.7%) | 329 (13.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 64 (2.5%) | 100 (4.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 77 (3.0%) | 54 (2.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 149 (5.7%) | 161 (6.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 22 (0.9%) | 163 (6.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 105 (4.1%) | 52 (2.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 131 (5.1%) | 137 (5.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 63 (2.4%) | 77 (3.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 84 (3.2%) | 106 (4.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 15 (0.6%) | 62 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 33 (1.3%) | 219 (8.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 208 (8.0%) | 157 (6.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 52 (2.0%) | 108 (4.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 159 (6.1%) | 143 (5.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 43 (1.7%) | 86 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 125 (4.8%) | 50 (2.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 235 (9.1%) | 180 (7.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 204 (7.9%) | 125 (5.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 375 (14.4%) | 119 (4.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 354 (13.6%) | 31 (1.3%) |
| Total | 2,595 (100.0%) | 2,459 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Choctaw County
Average earnings in Choctaw County are $52,098 for men and $29,895 for women, a difference of 42.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,574, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $50,393. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,827, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $50,833 | $22,000 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $72,574 | $33,036 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $51,192 | $40,405 |
| Graduate Degree | $50,393 | $56,827 |
| Total | $52,098 | $29,895 |
Family Income in Choctaw County
Family Income Brackets in Choctaw County
According to the Choctaw County family income data, there are 646 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 84 families (2.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 273 | 8.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 84 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 156 | 4.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 415 | 12.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 269 | 8.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 601 | 18.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 490 | 15.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 646 | 19.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 224 | 6.9% |
| $200,000+ | 88 | 2.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Choctaw County
5-person families (261 | 8.0%) account for the highest median family income in Choctaw County with $109,583 per family, while 3-person families (626 | 19.3%) have the highest median income of $29,167 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,882 (58.0%) | $58,068 |
| 3-Person Families | 626 (19.3%) | $87,500 |
| 4-Person Families | 354 (10.9%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 261 (8.0%) | $109,583 |
| 6-Person Families | 79 (2.4%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 44 (1.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,246 (100.0%) | $64,349 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Choctaw County
The median family income in Choctaw County is $64,349, with families comprising 3+ earners (198) having the highest median family income of $113,889, while families with no earners (1,030) have the lowest median family income of $39,271, accounting for 6.1% and 31.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,030 (31.7%) | $39,271 |
| 1 Earner | 987 (30.4%) | $50,929 |
| 2 Earners | 1,031 (31.8%) | $107,917 |
| 3+ Earners | 198 (6.1%) | $113,889 |
| Total | 3,246 (100.0%) | $64,349 |
Household Income in Choctaw County
Household Income Brackets in Choctaw County
With 816 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Choctaw County, accounting for 15.6% of all households. In contrast, only 136 households (2.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 502 | 9.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 444 | 8.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 674 | 12.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 638 | 12.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 533 | 10.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 816 | 15.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 549 | 10.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 711 | 13.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 225 | 4.3% |
| $200,000+ | 136 | 2.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Choctaw County
The median household income in Choctaw County is $43,299, with the highest median household income of $51,522 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,028 households (19.7%) 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 164 households (3.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 164 (3.1%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,028 (19.7%) | $51,522 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,047 (39.2%) | $50,953 |
| 65+ Years | 1,989 (38.1%) | $33,256 |
| Total | 5,228 (100.0%) | $43,299 |
Poverty in Choctaw County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Choctaw County
With 17.0% poverty level for males and 21.0% for females among the residents of Choctaw County, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 24 males (54.5%) and 47 females (55.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 137 (51.3%) | 81 (19.3%) |
| 5 Years | 24 (54.5%) | 47 (55.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 187 (41.6%) | 120 (31.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 60 (26.4%) | 16 (10.2%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (41.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 27 (11.7%) | 53 (33.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 77 (14.5%) | 134 (26.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 28 (4.6%) | 163 (26.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 75 (14.4%) | 182 (25.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 74 (9.7%) | 114 (13.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 209 (21.6%) | 175 (16.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 65 (9.5%) | 159 (17.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (6.9%) | 126 (17.2%) |
| Total | 1,000 (17.0%) | 1,388 (21.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Choctaw County
According to the poverty statistics in Choctaw County, males aged 15 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 89.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 130 (48.7%) | 338 (80.7%) |
| 5 Years | 20 (45.5%) | 37 (44.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 263 (58.4%) | 258 (68.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 167 (73.6%) | 141 (89.8%) |
| 15 Years | 45 (100.0%) | 25 (58.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 203 (88.3%) | 106 (66.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 453 (85.5%) | 368 (73.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 584 (95.4%) | 447 (73.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 446 (85.6%) | 522 (74.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 689 (90.3%) | 714 (86.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 757 (78.4%) | 895 (83.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 622 (90.5%) | 754 (82.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 498 (93.1%) | 605 (82.8%) |
| Total | 4,877 (83.0%) | 5,210 (79.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Choctaw County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Choctaw County show that 5.9% or 138 of the total 2,333 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.3%, comprising of 21 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,572 (95.8%) | 69 (4.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 487 (91.0%) | 48 (9.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 94 (81.7%) | 21 (18.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,195 (94.1%) | 138 (5.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Choctaw County
According to the poverty data in Choctaw County, 37.3% or 31 single-father households and 41.3% or 343 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (84.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 99 households (97.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 16 (84.2%) | 23 (8.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 15 (23.4%) | 221 (47.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 99 (97.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 31 (37.3%) | 343 (41.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Choctaw County
The poverty data for Choctaw County shows that 138 of the married-couple family households (5.9%) and 374 of the single-parent households (41.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (18.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 99 household (97.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 69 (4.2%) | 39 (13.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 48 (9.0%) | 236 (44.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 21 (18.3%) | 99 (97.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 138 (5.9%) | 374 (41.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Choctaw County
Employment by Class of Employer in Choctaw County
Among the 4,402 employed individuals in Choctaw County, private company employees (3,331 | 75.7%), local government employees (278 | 6.3%), and state government employees (206 | 4.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,331 | 75.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 81 | 1.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 167 | 3.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 191 | 4.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 278 | 6.3% |
| State Government Employees | 206 | 4.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 147 | 3.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 1 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,402 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Choctaw County
According to the labor force statistics for Choctaw County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,532), 45.4% or 4,782 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 249 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 76.6% or 422 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.6% or 67 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 326 (39.1%) | 67 (20.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 341 (52.8%) | 27 (7.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 422 (76.6%) | 15 (3.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 436 (65.0%) | 60 (13.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 918 (73.7%) | 39 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,104 (69.4%) | 26 (2.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 524 (49.9%) | 7 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 455 (45.9%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 240 (14.5%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,782 (45.4%) | 249 (5.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Choctaw County
According to labor force statistics for Choctaw County, 63.2% of individuals (3,856) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,102) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 154 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 85.6% or 812 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.4% or 60 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 236 (28.0%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,388 (62.4%) | 107 (4.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,423 (68.2%) | 38 (1.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 812 (85.6%) | 70 (7.4%) |
| Total | 3,856 (63.2%) | 244 (4.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Choctaw County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Choctaw County are Community & Social Service (346 | 7.6%), Education Instruction & Library (250 | 5.5%), Management (223 | 4.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (213 | 4.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (97 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Choctaw County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (75.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (64.9%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (64.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Technologists (94.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 144 (64.6%) | 79 (35.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 25 (26.0%) | 71 (74.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 63 (64.9%) | 34 (35.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 16 (64.0%) | 9 (36.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 41 (75.9%) | 13 (24.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 6 (33.3%) | 12 (66.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 125 (36.1%) | 221 (63.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 9 (30.0%) | 21 (70.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 79 (31.6%) | 171 (68.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 37 (64.9%) | 20 (35.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 27 (12.7%) | 186 (87.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 5 (5.9%) | 80 (94.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 384 (39.4%) | 591 (60.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,376 (52.4%) | 2,156 (47.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Choctaw County are Security & Protection (227 | 5.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (225 | 5.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (173 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (118 | 2.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (117 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Choctaw County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (76.9%), and Security & Protection (59.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (86.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 135 (59.5%) | 92 (40.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 81 (46.8%) | 92 (53.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 67 (29.8%) | 158 (70.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 90 (76.9%) | 27 (23.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 6 (13.6%) | 38 (86.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 298 (40.8%) | 433 (59.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,376 (52.4%) | 2,156 (47.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Choctaw County are Office & Administration (624 | 13.8%), and Sales & Related (561 | 12.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 212 (37.8%) | 349 (62.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 57 (9.1%) | 567 (90.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 269 (22.7%) | 916 (77.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,376 (52.4%) | 2,156 (47.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Choctaw County are Construction & Extraction (418 | 9.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (241 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (56 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 33 (58.9%) | 23 (41.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 416 (99.5%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 241 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 690 (96.5%) | 25 (3.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,376 (52.4%) | 2,156 (47.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Choctaw County are Production (484 | 10.7%), Transportation (277 | 6.1%), and Material Moving (165 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 382 (78.9%) | 102 (21.1%) |
| Transportation | 263 (95.0%) | 14 (5.1%) |
| Material Moving | 90 (54.5%) | 75 (45.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 735 (79.4%) | 191 (20.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,376 (52.4%) | 2,156 (47.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Choctaw County
Employment Industries in Choctaw County
The major employment industries in Choctaw County include Manufacturing (903 | 19.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (545 | 12.0%), Retail Trade (498 | 11.0%), Construction (470 | 10.4%), and Educational Services (355 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Choctaw County
The Choctaw County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Construction (81.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (96.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.6%), and Finance & Insurance (82.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 83 (68.6%) | 38 (31.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 383 (81.5%) | 87 (18.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 681 (75.4%) | 222 (24.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 36 (38.3%) | 58 (61.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 176 (35.3%) | 322 (64.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 217 (75.9%) | 69 (24.1%) |
| Utilities | 39 (56.5%) | 30 (43.5%) |
| Information | 25 (46.3%) | 29 (53.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 31 (17.4%) | 147 (82.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1 (3.7%) | 26 (96.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 136 (70.5%) | 57 (29.5%) |
| Educational Services | 140 (39.4%) | 215 (60.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 62 (11.4%) | 483 (88.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 84 (26.3%) | 236 (73.8%) |
| Public Administration | 87 (47.5%) | 96 (52.5%) |
| Total | 2,376 (52.4%) | 2,156 (47.6%) |
Education in Choctaw County
School Enrollment in Choctaw County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,515 students in Choctaw County are high school (582 | 23.1%), college / undergraduate (540 | 21.5%), and middle school (534 | 21.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 127 | 5.1% |
| Kindergarten | 205 | 8.2% |
| Elementary School | 523 | 20.8% |
| Middle School | 534 | 21.2% |
| High School | 582 | 23.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 540 | 21.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 4 | 0.2% |
| Total | 2,515 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Choctaw County
Out of a total of 2,515 students who are enrolled in schools in Choctaw County, 631 (25.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,884 (74.9%) 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 78 (50.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 77 (49.7%) | 78 (50.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 482 (89.4%) | 57 (10.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 492 (69.6%) | 215 (30.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 263 (59.6%) | 178 (40.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 337 (89.6%) | 39 (10.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 92 (74.8%) | 31 (25.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 130 (79.3%) | 34 (20.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,884 (74.9%) | 631 (25.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Choctaw County
Education (260 | 20.5%), science & technology (245 | 19.4%), business (231 | 18.3%), liberal arts & history (105 | 8.3%), and arts & humanities (97 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,265 individuals in Choctaw County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 74 | 5.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 52 | 4.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 52 | 4.1% |
| Psychology | 30 | 2.4% |
| Social Sciences | 5 | 0.4% |
| Engineering | 37 | 2.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 245 | 19.4% |
| Business | 231 | 18.3% |
| Education | 260 | 20.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 24 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 105 | 8.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 11 | 0.9% |
| Communications | 42 | 3.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 97 | 7.7% |
| Total | 1,265 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Choctaw County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Choctaw County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Choctaw County are males with 2 vehicles (768, accounting for 33.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (770, making up 36.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 3 (0.1%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 306 (13.4%) | 330 (15.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 768 (33.7%) | 770 (36.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 645 (28.3%) | 491 (23.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 329 (14.4%) | 408 (19.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 230 (10.1%) | 112 (5.3%) |
| Total | 2,281 (100.0%) | 2,121 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Choctaw County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Choctaw County are 60 to 89 minutes (742 commuters, 17.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (427 commuters, 9.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (425 commuters, 9.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 303 | 7.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 336 | 7.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 427 | 9.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 418 | 9.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 425 | 9.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 217 | 5.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 375 | 8.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 139 | 3.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 343 | 7.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 358 | 8.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 742 | 17.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 268 | 6.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Choctaw County
The most common commute times in Choctaw County are 60 to 89 minutes (495 commuters, 21.8%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (270 commuters, 13.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 282 (12.4%) | 21 (1.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 173 (7.6%) | 163 (7.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 176 (7.8%) | 251 (12.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 160 (7.1%) | 258 (12.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 155 (6.8%) | 270 (13.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 118 (5.2%) | 99 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 128 (5.7%) | 247 (11.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 116 (5.1%) | 23 (1.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 86 (3.8%) | 257 (12.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 151 (6.7%) | 207 (9.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 495 (21.8%) | 247 (11.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 227 (10.0%) | 41 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Choctaw County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Choctaw County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (363, 16.0%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (362, 17.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 266 (11.7%) | 158 (7.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 321 (14.2%) | 160 (7.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 332 (14.6%) | 174 (8.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 363 (16.0%) | 362 (17.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 248 (10.9%) | 118 (5.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 199 (8.8%) | 256 (12.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 165 (7.3%) | 224 (10.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 62 (2.7%) | 131 (6.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 29 (1.3%) | 61 (2.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 5 (0.2%) | 56 (2.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (1.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 22 (1.0%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 119 (5.2%) | 187 (9.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 136 (6.0%) | 151 (7.2%) |
| Total | 2,267 (100.0%) | 2,084 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Choctaw County
Occupancy by Ownership in Choctaw County
Of the total 5,228 dwellings in Choctaw County, owner-occupied units account for 4,286 (82.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 942 (18.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,286 | 82.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 942 | 18.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,228 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Choctaw County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,861 | 35.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,978 | 37.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 639 | 12.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 750 | 14.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,228 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Choctaw County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,522 (81.8%) | 339 (18.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,710 (86.5%) | 268 (13.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 515 (80.6%) | 124 (19.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 539 (71.9%) | 211 (28.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,286 (82.0%) | 942 (18.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Choctaw County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 824 (87.4%) | 119 (12.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,623 (82.1%) | 354 (17.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,301 (77.0%) | 389 (23.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 538 (87.1%) | 80 (12.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 510 | 9.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 682 | 13.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 822 | 15.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,225 | 23.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,083 | 20.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 537 | 10.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 369 | 7.1% |
| Total | 5,228 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Choctaw County
Median Income by Occupancy in Choctaw County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,286 (82.0%) | $50,822 |
| Renter-Occupied | 942 (18.0%) | $24,449 |
| Average | 5,228 (100.0%) | $43,299 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Choctaw County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 102 (2.4%) | 150 (15.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 180 (4.2%) | 68 (7.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 281 (6.6%) | 162 (17.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 276 (6.4%) | 27 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 294 (6.9%) | 79 (8.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 490 (11.4%) | 148 (15.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 449 (10.5%) | 86 (9.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 691 (16.1%) | 123 (13.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 513 (12.0%) | 38 (4.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 664 (15.5%) | 46 (4.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 346 (8.1%) | 15 (1.6%) |
| Total | 4,286 (100.0%) | 942 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Choctaw County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,008 (23.5%) | 68 (7.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,314 (30.7%) | 194 (20.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 869 (20.3%) | 198 (21.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 285 (6.7%) | 100 (10.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 535 (12.5%) | 62 (6.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 170 (4.0%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 61 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 8 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 36 (0.8%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| Total | 4,286 (100.0%) | 942 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Choctaw County
Housing Structures in Choctaw County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,544 | 67.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 22 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 19 | 0.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 5 | 0.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 69 | 1.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 66 | 1.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,503 | 28.7% |
| Total | 5,228 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Choctaw County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,954 (83.4%) | 590 (16.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,310 (87.2%) | 193 (12.8%) |
| Total | 4,286 (82.0%) | 942 (18.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Choctaw County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (2.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 117 (2.7%) | 126 (13.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,324 (30.9%) | 352 (37.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,712 (39.9%) | 354 (37.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,133 (26.4%) | 87 (9.2%) |
| Total | 4,286 (100.0%) | 942 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Choctaw County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 171 (4.0%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 826 (19.3%) | 270 (28.7%) |
| Electricity | 3,061 (71.4%) | 643 (68.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 5 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 223 (5.2%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| Total | 4,286 (100.0%) | 942 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Choctaw County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 250 (5.8%) | 47 (5.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,056 (24.6%) | 474 (50.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,555 (36.3%) | 286 (30.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,425 (33.3%) | 135 (14.3%) |
| Total | 4,286 (100.0%) | 942 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Choctaw County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Choctaw County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,002 | 1,284 |
| Median Property Value | $87,300 | $128,800 |
| Median Household Income | $41,571 | $227 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $365 | $36 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $199 | $184 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Choctaw County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 908 (30.2%) | 173 (13.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 746 (24.8%) | 293 (22.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,160 (38.6%) | 709 (55.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 108 (3.6%) | 97 (7.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 49 (1.6%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 31 (1.0%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,002 (100.0%) | 1,284 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Choctaw County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 266 (8.9%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 678 (22.6%) | 16 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 372 (12.4%) | 173 (13.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 366 (12.2%) | 118 (9.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 407 (13.6%) | 83 (6.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 329 (11.0%) | 284 (22.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 465 (15.5%) | 184 (14.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 119 (4.0%) | 199 (15.5%) |
| Total | 3,002 (100.0%) | 1,284 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Choctaw County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,484 (49.4%) | 70,577 (5,496.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 406 (13.5%) | 711 (55.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 338 (11.3%) | 215 (16.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 709 (23.6%) | 43 (3.4%) |
| Total | 3,002 (100.0%) | 1,284 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Choctaw County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,980 (66.0%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 24 (0.8%) | 946 (73.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 91 (3.0%) | 81 (6.3%) |
| Total | 3,002 (100.0%) | 1,284 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Choctaw County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 803 (98.7%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,918 (98.8%) | 24 (1.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 866 (85.8%) | 143 (14.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 689 (65.0%) | 371 (35.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,191 (97.2%) | 34 (2.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,334 (83.9%) | 257 (16.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,847 (90.7%) | 189 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,600 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,261 (99.6%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| Total | 11,509 (91.8%) | 1,034 (8.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Choctaw County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 803 (98.7%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,918 (98.8%) | 24 (1.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 866 (85.8%) | 143 (14.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Choctaw County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,368 (92.1%) | 203 (7.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,404 (90.1%) | 265 (9.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,840 (95.4%) | 88 (4.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,347 (84.0%) | 256 (16.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,514 (94.3%) | 213 (5.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 385 (47.3%) | 418 (51.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 940 (48.4%) | 1,229 (63.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 116 (11.5%) | 765 (75.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 233 (22.0%) | 515 (48.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 233 (19.0%) | 1,039 (84.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 331 (20.8%) | 1,097 (69.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 802 (39.4%) | 1,231 (60.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,599 (99.9%) | 701 (43.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,254 (99.1%) | 675 (53.3%) |
| Total | 5,893 (47.0%) | 7,670 (61.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Choctaw County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 50 (5.0%) | 26 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 161 (13.9%) | 87 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 674 (30.0%) | 625 (24.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 214 (31.1%) | 281 (30.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 315 (58.9%) | 522 (71.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Choctaw County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 192 (8.5%) | 120 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 70 (10.2%) | 57 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 223 (41.7%) | 77 (10.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 83 (3.7%) | 210 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 43 (6.3%) | 42 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (7.5%) | 128 (17.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 39 (3.9%) | 22 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 161 (13.9%) | 44 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 207 (9.2%) | 204 (7.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (3.5%) | 100 (11.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (19.3%) | 287 (39.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 477 (21.2%) | 431 (16.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 142 (20.7%) | 196 (21.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 269 (50.3%) | 406 (55.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 81 (3.6%) | 86 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (1.8%) | 57 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 120 (22.4%) | 213 (29.1%) |
Technology Access in Choctaw County
Computing Device Access in Choctaw County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,823 | 54.0% |
| Smartphone | 3,986 | 76.2% |
| Tablet | 2,243 | 42.9% |
| No Computing Device | 965 | 18.5% |
| Total | 5,228 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Choctaw County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 9 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 2,182 | 41.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 884 | 16.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 806 | 15.4% |
| No Internet | 1,594 | 30.5% |
| Total | 5,228 | 100.0% |
Choctaw County Summary
Choctaw County is located in the southwestern corner of Alabama, and is bordered by Washington County to the north, Clarke County to the east, Mobile County to the south, and Monroe County to the west. The county seat is Butler, and the county is named after the Choctaw Native American tribe. The county has a total area of 807 square miles, and a population of 13,859 as of the 2010 census.
History
Choctaw County was established in 1847 from parts of Washington and Clarke counties. The county was named after the Choctaw Native American tribe, which had been living in the area for centuries prior to European settlement. The county was originally part of the Choctaw Nation, which was established by the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek in 1830. The Choctaw Nation was dissolved in 1866, and the county was officially organized in 1868.
The county was largely rural and agricultural until the early 20th century, when the timber industry began to take off. The county was home to several large sawmills, and the timber industry provided a major source of employment for the county’s residents. The timber industry declined in the mid-20th century, and the county’s economy shifted to focus on agriculture and manufacturing.
Geography
Choctaw County is located in the southwestern corner of Alabama, and is bordered by Washington County to the north, Clarke County to the east, Mobile County to the south, and Monroe County to the west. The county has a total area of 807 square miles, and is mostly covered in forests and swamps. The county is drained by the Tombigbee River, which flows through the county from north to south. The county is home to several large lakes, including Lake Jackson, Lake Eufaula, and Lake Tuscaloosa.
Economy
The economy of Choctaw County is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, soybeans, corn, and peanuts. The county is also home to several large manufacturing plants, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, paper products, and automotive parts. The county is also home to several large timber companies, which harvest timber from the county’s forests.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Choctaw County was 13,859. The population is largely rural, with the majority of the population living in small towns and rural areas. The racial makeup of the county is 79.2% White, 18.3% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. The median household income in the county is $30,945, and the median family income is $37,917. The per capita income in the county is $15,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Choctaw County?
Total Population of Choctaw County is 12,669.
What is the Total Male Population of Choctaw County?
Total Male Population of Choctaw County is 5,980.
What is the Total Female Population of Choctaw County?
Total Female Population of Choctaw County is 6,689.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Choctaw County?
There are 89.40 Males per 100 Females in Choctaw County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Choctaw County?
There are 111.86 Females per 100 Males in Choctaw County.
What is the Median Population Age in Choctaw County?
Median Population Age in Choctaw County is 46.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Choctaw County
Average Family Size in Choctaw County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Choctaw County
Average Household Size in Choctaw County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Choctaw County?
Per Capita income in Choctaw County is $26,343.
What is the Median Family Income in Choctaw County?
Median Family Income in Choctaw County is $64,349.
What is the Median Household income in Choctaw County?
Median Household Income in Choctaw County is $43,299.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Choctaw County?
Income or Wage Gap in Choctaw County is 50.6%.
Women in Choctaw County earn 49.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Choctaw County?
Family Income Deficit in Choctaw County is $13,799.
Families that are below poverty line in Choctaw County earn $13,799 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Choctaw County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Choctaw County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Choctaw County?
There are 4,782 People in the Labor Forcein in Choctaw County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Choctaw County?
45.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Choctaw County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Choctaw County?
Unemployment Rate in Choctaw County is 5.2%.