Perry County, AL
Perry County Map
Perry County Overview
8,479
TOTAL POPULATION
3,912
MALE POPULATION
4,567
FEMALE POPULATION
85.66
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$16,581
PER CAPITA INCOME
$40,462
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$32,332
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
99.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,201
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,738
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
39.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
15.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Perry County Area Codes
Race in Perry County
The most populous races in Perry County are Black / African American (6,004 | 70.8%), White / Caucasian (2,411 | 28.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (82 | 1.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 6,004 | 70.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 82 | 1.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 1 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,411 | 28.4% |
| Two or more Races | 48 | 0.6% |
| Some other Race | 8 | 0.1% |
| Total | 8,479 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Perry County
The most populous ancestries reported in Perry County are American (520 | 6.1%), English (393 | 4.6%), German (380 | 4.5%), Irish (280 | 3.3%), and Italian (70 | 0.8%), together accounting for 19.4% of all Perry County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 520 | 6.1% |
| Bhutanese | 7 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 8 | 0.1% |
| Chickasaw | 7 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 18 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 7 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 6 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 8 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 42 | 0.5% |
| English | 393 | 4.6% |
| French | 29 | 0.3% |
| German | 380 | 4.5% |
| Ghanaian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 280 | 3.3% |
| Italian | 70 | 0.8% |
| Mexican | 7 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 12 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 22 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 9 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 61 | 0.7% |
| Scandinavian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 39 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 34 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 12 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 22 | 0.3% | View All 25 Rows |
Immigrants in Perry County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Perry County came from Oceania (34 | 0.4%), Africa (12 | 0.1%), Ghana (12 | 0.1%), Western Africa (12 | 0.1%), and Europe (6 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.9% of all Perry County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 12 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 6 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.1% |
| Ghana | 12 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 34 | 0.4% |
| Western Africa | 12 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 6 | 0.1% | View All 7 Rows |
Sex and Age in Perry County
Sex and Age in Perry County
The most populous age groups in Perry County are 15 to 19 Years (582 | 14.9%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (588 | 12.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 309 (7.9%) | 208 (4.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 275 (7.0%) | 163 (3.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 170 (4.3%) | 372 (8.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 582 (14.9%) | 588 (12.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 239 (6.1%) | 259 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 164 (4.2%) | 157 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 52 (1.3%) | 247 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 133 (3.4%) | 218 (4.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 377 (9.6%) | 163 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 227 (5.8%) | 298 (6.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 169 (4.3%) | 265 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 184 (4.7%) | 351 (7.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 316 (8.1%) | 256 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 186 (4.8%) | 213 (4.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 145 (3.7%) | 310 (6.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 185 (4.7%) | 177 (3.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 143 (3.7%) | 125 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 56 (1.4%) | 197 (4.3%) |
| Total | 3,912 (100.0%) | 4,567 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Perry County
Median Family Size in Perry County
The median family size in Perry County is 3.33 persons per family, with single male/father families (27 | 1.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.22 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (902 | 48.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.98 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 902 (48.8%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 27 (1.5%) | 4.22 |
| Single Female/Mother | 918 (49.7%) | 3.65 |
| Total Families | 1,847 (100.0%) | 3.33 |
Median Household Size in Perry County
The median household size in Perry County is 2.46 persons per household, with single male/father households (27 | 0.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.3 persons per household. non-family households (1,228 | 39.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 902 (29.3%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 27 (0.9%) | 5.30 |
| Single Female/Mother | 918 (29.8%) | 3.71 |
| Non-family | 1,228 (39.9%) | 1.06 |
| Total Households | 3,075 (100.0%) | 2.46 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Perry County
Out of a total of 3,075 households in Perry County, 1,847 (60.1%) are family households, while 1,228 (39.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 899, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,191.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,191 (38.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 899 (29.2%) | 28 (0.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 518 (16.9%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 210 (6.8%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 202 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 12 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,847 (60.1%) | 1,228 (39.9%) |
Female Fertility in Perry County
Fertility by Age in Perry County
Average fertility rate in Perry County is 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 30 (100.0%) | 37.0 |
| Total | 30 (100.0%) | 14.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Perry County
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Perry County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 30 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 30 (100.0%) | 14.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Perry County
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Perry County
Income Overview in Perry County
Per Capita Income in Perry County is $16,581, while median incomes of families and households are $40,462 and $32,332 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 8,479 | $16,581 |
| Median Family Income | 1,847 | $40,462 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,847 | $48,516 |
| Median Household Income | 3,075 | $32,332 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,075 | $41,226 |
| Income Deficit | 1,847 | $9,201 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 8,479 | 0.37% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 8,479 | 99.63¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 8,479 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Perry County
Average Earnings in Perry County are $20,465, $20,522 for men and $20,446 for women, a difference of 0.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,388 (47.7%) | $20,522 |
| Female | 1,519 (52.2%) | $20,446 |
| Total | 2,907 (100.0%) | $20,465 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Perry County
The most common earnings brackets in Perry County are $2,499 or less for men (245 | 17.6%) and $2,499 or less for women (220 | 14.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 245 (17.6%) | 220 (14.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 82 (5.9%) | 42 (2.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 56 (4.0%) | 73 (4.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 167 (12.0%) | 68 (4.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 22 (1.6%) | 13 (0.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 14 (1.0%) | 198 (13.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 84 (6.0%) | 22 (1.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 10 (0.7%) | 88 (5.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 67 (4.8%) | 199 (13.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 39 (2.8%) | 46 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 69 (5.0%) | 154 (10.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 191 (13.8%) | 100 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 27 (1.9%) | 89 (5.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (2.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 119 (8.6%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 3 (0.2%) | 22 (1.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 12 (0.9%) | 71 (4.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 33 (2.4%) | 50 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 58 (4.2%) | 22 (1.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 90 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,388 (100.0%) | 1,519 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Perry County
Average earnings in Perry County are $30,476 for men and $22,799 for women, a difference of 25.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $48,333, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,487. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,898, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,929.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $24,487 | $14,929 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,333 | $25,747 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $30,476 | $22,799 |
Family Income in Perry County
Family Income Brackets in Perry County
According to the Perry County family income data, there are 449 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 44 | 2.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 236 | 12.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 203 | 11.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 379 | 20.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 449 | 24.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 192 | 10.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 150 | 8.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 137 | 7.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 55 | 3.0% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Perry County
2-person families (914 | 49.5%) account for the highest median family income in Perry County with $45,354 per family, while 2-person families (914 | 49.5%) have the highest median income of $22,677 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 914 (49.5%) | $45,354 |
| 3-Person Families | 506 (27.4%) | $43,302 |
| 4-Person Families | 275 (14.9%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 134 (7.3%) | $29,457 |
| 6-Person Families | 18 (1.0%) | $31,250 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,847 (100.0%) | $40,462 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Perry County
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 683 (37.0%) | $31,908 |
| 1 Earner | 650 (35.2%) | $31,563 |
| 2 Earners | 469 (25.4%) | $47,021 |
| 3+ Earners | 45 (2.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,847 (100.0%) | $40,462 |
Household Income in Perry County
Household Income Brackets in Perry County
With 726 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Perry County, accounting for 23.6% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 166 | 5.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 391 | 12.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 557 | 18.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 498 | 16.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 726 | 23.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 372 | 12.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 163 | 5.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 151 | 4.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 55 | 1.8% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Perry County
The median household income in Perry County is $32,332, with the highest median household income of $38,716 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,032 households (33.6%) 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 65 households (2.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 65 (2.1%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 791 (25.7%) | $26,458 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,187 (38.6%) | $31,922 |
| 65+ Years | 1,032 (33.6%) | $38,716 |
| Total | 3,075 (100.0%) | $32,332 |
Poverty in Perry County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Perry County
With 24.7% poverty level for males and 39.9% for females among the residents of Perry County, 12 to 14 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 42 males (85.7%) and 219 females (87.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 150 (48.5%) | 161 (77.4%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 200 (52.2%) | 248 (64.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 42 (85.7%) | 96 (64.4%) |
| 15 Years | 27 (37.5%) | 8 (26.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 8 (14.0%) | 103 (75.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 127 (36.2%) | 219 (87.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8 (3.8%) | 239 (59.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 195 (38.7%) | 197 (51.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 38 (9.7%) | 119 (21.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 62 (12.4%) | 114 (19.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (3.3%) | 57 (11.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (11.6%) |
| Total | 867 (24.7%) | 1,611 (39.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Perry County
According to the poverty statistics in Perry County, males aged 5 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 88.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 159 (51.5%) | 47 (22.6%) |
| 5 Years | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 183 (47.8%) | 138 (35.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 7 (14.3%) | 53 (35.6%) |
| 15 Years | 45 (62.5%) | 22 (73.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 49 (86.0%) | 33 (24.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 224 (63.8%) | 32 (12.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 203 (96.2%) | 165 (40.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 309 (61.3%) | 184 (48.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 353 (90.3%) | 444 (78.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 437 (87.6%) | 473 (80.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 291 (96.7%) | 451 (88.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 379 (100.0%) | 381 (88.4%) |
| Total | 2,646 (75.3%) | 2,423 (60.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Perry County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Perry County show that 3.3% or 30 of the total 902 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 11.1%, comprising of 23 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.6%, which includes 4 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 653 (99.4%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 185 (88.9%) | 23 (11.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 34 (91.9%) | 3 (8.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 872 (96.7%) | 30 (3.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Perry County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 135 (30.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 186 (64.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 179 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 512 (55.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Perry County
The poverty data for Perry County shows that 30 of the married-couple family households (3.3%) and 512 of the single-parent households (54.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (11.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 179 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 4 (0.6%) | 135 (29.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 23 (11.1%) | 186 (64.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (8.1%) | 179 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 30 (3.3%) | 512 (54.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Perry County
Employment by Class of Employer in Perry County
Among the 2,156 employed individuals in Perry County, private company employees (1,345 | 62.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (224 | 10.4%), and state government employees (177 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,345 | 62.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 75 | 3.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 224 | 10.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 83 | 3.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 157 | 7.3% |
| State Government Employees | 177 | 8.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 95 | 4.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,156 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Perry County
According to the labor force statistics for Perry County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,880), 39.8% or 2,738 individuals are in the labor force, with 15.7% or 430 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 79.8% or 711 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 66.5% or 137 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 332 (31.1%) | 174 (52.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 219 (44.0%) | 69 (31.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 206 (64.2%) | 137 (66.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 198 (66.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 711 (79.8%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 487 (50.8%) | 32 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 292 (54.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 169 (29.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 75 (8.8%) | 9 (12.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,738 (39.8%) | 430 (15.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Perry County
According to labor force statistics for Perry County, 57.7% of individuals (2,064) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,577) are in the labor force, with 8.6% or 178 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 78.8% or 439 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.1% or 169 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 55 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,121 (66.0%) | 256 (15.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 448 (55.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 439 (78.8%) | 12 (2.1%) |
| Total | 2,064 (57.7%) | 308 (8.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Perry County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Perry County are Community & Social Service (342 | 14.9%), Education Instruction & Library (321 | 14.0%), Management (152 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (62 | 2.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (34 | 1.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Perry County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (79.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 121 (79.6%) | 31 (20.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 14 (4.1%) | 328 (95.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 14 (4.4%) | 307 (95.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 169 (27.5%) | 445 (72.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,092 (47.5%) | 1,209 (52.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Perry County are Food Preparation & Serving (294 | 12.8%), Healthcare Support (63 | 2.7%), Personal Care & Service (20 | 0.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 0.6%), and Security & Protection (4 | 0.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Perry County, the most male-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (15.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (15.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (92.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 10 (15.9%) | 53 (84.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 44 (15.0%) | 250 (85.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 1 (7.7%) | 12 (92.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 75 (19.0%) | 319 (81.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,092 (47.5%) | 1,209 (52.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Perry County are Office & Administration (252 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (240 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 43 (17.9%) | 197 (82.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 74 (29.4%) | 178 (70.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 117 (23.8%) | 375 (76.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,092 (47.5%) | 1,209 (52.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Perry County are Construction & Extraction (103 | 4.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (44 | 1.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (36 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 91 (88.3%) | 12 (11.7%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 171 (93.4%) | 12 (6.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,092 (47.5%) | 1,209 (52.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Perry County are Transportation (349 | 15.2%), Production (158 | 6.9%), and Material Moving (111 | 4.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 142 (89.9%) | 16 (10.1%) |
| Transportation | 318 (91.1%) | 31 (8.9%) |
| Material Moving | 100 (90.1%) | 11 (9.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 560 (90.6%) | 58 (9.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,092 (47.5%) | 1,209 (52.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Perry County
Employment Industries in Perry County
The major employment industries in Perry County include Accommodation & Food Services (403 | 17.5%), Transportation & Warehousing (364 | 15.8%), Educational Services (338 | 14.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (309 | 13.4%), and Administrative & Support (193 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Perry County
The Perry County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (96.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 120 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 140 (88.0%) | 19 (11.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 79 (41.1%) | 113 (58.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 306 (84.1%) | 58 (15.9%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 157 (81.4%) | 36 (18.6%) |
| Educational Services | 76 (22.5%) | 262 (77.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 10 (3.2%) | 299 (96.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 20 (50.0%) | 20 (50.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 60 (14.9%) | 343 (85.1%) |
| Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,092 (47.5%) | 1,209 (52.5%) |
Education in Perry County
School Enrollment in Perry County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,325 students in Perry County are college / undergraduate (1,027 | 44.2%), elementary school (445 | 19.1%), and middle school (374 | 16.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 24 | 1.0% |
| Kindergarten | 140 | 6.0% |
| Elementary School | 445 | 19.1% |
| Middle School | 374 | 16.1% |
| High School | 315 | 13.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,027 | 44.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,325 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Perry County
Out of a total of 2,325 students who are enrolled in schools in Perry County, 532 (22.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,793 (77.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 53 (94.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 38 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 349 (81.0%) | 82 (19.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 476 (89.0%) | 59 (11.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 191 (80.9%) | 45 (19.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 513 (82.5%) | 109 (17.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 221 (54.6%) | 184 (45.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 3 (5.4%) | 53 (94.6%) |
| Total | 1,793 (77.1%) | 532 (22.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Perry County
Education (302 | 36.9%), psychology (145 | 17.7%), business (78 | 9.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (62 | 7.6%), and visual & performing arts (38 | 4.6%) are the most common fields of study among 818 individuals in Perry County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 31 | 3.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 62 | 7.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 16 | 2.0% |
| Psychology | 145 | 17.7% |
| Social Sciences | 13 | 1.6% |
| Engineering | 14 | 1.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 31 | 3.8% |
| Business | 78 | 9.5% |
| Education | 302 | 36.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 9 | 1.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 26 | 3.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 38 | 4.6% |
| Communications | 19 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 34 | 4.2% |
| Total | 818 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Perry County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Perry County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Perry County are males with 2 vehicles (397, accounting for 40.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (473, making up 35.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 72 (7.4%) | 31 (2.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 243 (25.0%) | 228 (20.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 397 (40.8%) | 473 (42.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 114 (11.7%) | 264 (23.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 116 (11.9%) | 67 (6.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 30 (3.1%) | 43 (3.9%) |
| Total | 972 (100.0%) | 1,106 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Perry County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Perry County are 10 to 14 minutes (500 commuters, 24.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (273 commuters, 13.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (264 commuters, 12.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 219 | 10.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 163 | 7.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 500 | 24.0% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 273 | 13.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 264 | 12.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 21 | 1.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 242 | 11.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 25 | 1.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 45 | 2.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 201 | 9.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 59 | 2.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 74 | 3.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Perry County
The most common commute times in Perry County are 15 to 19 minutes (206 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (390 commuters, 35.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 168 (17.0%) | 51 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 49 (5.0%) | 114 (10.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 110 (11.1%) | 390 (35.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 206 (20.8%) | 67 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 179 (18.1%) | 85 (7.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (1.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 114 (11.5%) | 128 (11.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (2.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 18 (1.8%) | 27 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 65 (6.6%) | 136 (12.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 15 (1.5%) | 44 (4.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 65 (6.6%) | 9 (0.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Perry County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Perry County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (258, 26.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (261, 23.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 98 (9.9%) | 143 (13.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 45 (4.5%) | 42 (3.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 113 (11.4%) | 81 (7.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 128 (12.9%) | 47 (4.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 258 (26.1%) | 80 (7.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 23 (2.3%) | 261 (23.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 7 (0.7%) | 66 (6.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 33 (3.3%) | 68 (6.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 119 (12.0%) | 49 (4.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 12 (1.2%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 28 (2.8%) | 150 (13.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 10 (1.0%) | 91 (8.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 115 (11.6%) | 17 (1.5%) |
| Total | 989 (100.0%) | 1,097 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Perry County
Occupancy by Ownership in Perry County
Of the total 3,075 dwellings in Perry County, owner-occupied units account for 2,157 (70.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 918 (29.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,157 | 70.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 918 | 29.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,075 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Perry County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,191 | 38.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 927 | 30.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 525 | 17.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 432 | 14.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,075 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Perry County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 789 (66.2%) | 402 (33.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 848 (91.5%) | 79 (8.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 224 (42.7%) | 301 (57.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 296 (68.5%) | 136 (31.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,157 (70.2%) | 918 (29.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Perry County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 506 (73.2%) | 185 (26.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 850 (70.3%) | 359 (29.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 441 (60.3%) | 291 (39.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 360 (81.3%) | 83 (18.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Perry County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 371 | 12.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 485 | 15.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 500 | 16.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 687 | 22.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 488 | 15.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 428 | 13.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 116 | 3.8% |
| Total | 3,075 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Perry County
Median Income by Occupancy in Perry County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,157 (70.2%) | $38,727 |
| Renter-Occupied | 918 (29.8%) | $24,205 |
| Average | 3,075 (100.0%) | $32,332 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Perry County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 38 (1.8%) | 36 (3.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 55 (2.5%) | 36 (3.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 237 (11.0%) | 152 (16.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 199 (9.2%) | 152 (16.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 108 (5.0%) | 97 (10.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 361 (16.7%) | 138 (15.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 515 (23.9%) | 210 (22.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 318 (14.7%) | 53 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 155 (7.2%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 116 (5.4%) | 36 (3.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 55 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,157 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Perry County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 668 (31.0%) | 79 (8.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 622 (28.8%) | 137 (14.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 388 (18.0%) | 400 (43.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 147 (6.8%) | 36 (3.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 153 (7.1%) | 42 (4.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 124 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 34 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 21 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,157 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Perry County
Housing Structures in Perry County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,675 | 54.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5 | 0.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 167 | 5.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 213 | 6.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 36 | 1.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 18 | 0.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 961 | 31.2% |
| Total | 3,075 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Perry County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,294 (77.2%) | 381 (22.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 213 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 858 (89.3%) | 103 (10.7%) |
| Total | 2,157 (70.2%) | 918 (29.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Perry County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (6.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 22 (1.0%) | 55 (6.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 677 (31.4%) | 585 (63.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,018 (47.2%) | 216 (23.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 440 (20.4%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,157 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Perry County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 397 (18.4%) | 389 (42.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 364 (16.9%) | 46 (5.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,311 (60.8%) | 416 (45.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 22 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 63 (2.9%) | 67 (7.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,157 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Perry County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 128 (5.9%) | 191 (20.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 665 (30.8%) | 573 (62.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 797 (36.9%) | 96 (10.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 567 (26.3%) | 58 (6.3%) |
| Total | 2,157 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Perry County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Perry County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,637 | 520 |
| Median Property Value | $75,000 | $115,300 |
| Median Household Income | $37,608 | $40 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $334 | $21 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $199 | $51 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Perry County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 575 (35.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 668 (40.8%) | 199 (38.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 382 (23.3%) | 248 (47.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 12 (0.7%) | 23 (4.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (9.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,637 (100.0%) | 520 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Perry County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 61 (3.7%) | 22 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 509 (31.1%) | 32 (6.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 219 (13.4%) | 35 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 447 (27.3%) | 142 (27.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 275 (16.8%) | 68 (13.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 46 (2.8%) | 43 (8.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 65 (4.0%) | 109 (21.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 15 (0.9%) | 51 (9.8%) |
| Total | 1,637 (100.0%) | 520 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Perry County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 923 (56.4%) | 47,976 (9,226.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 354 (21.6%) | 178 (34.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 145 (8.9%) | 143 (27.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 198 (12.1%) | 74 (14.2%) |
| Total | 1,637 (100.0%) | 520 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Perry County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,045 (63.8%) | 11 (2.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 89 (5.4%) | 342 (65.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 79 (15.2%) |
| Total | 1,637 (100.0%) | 520 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Perry County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Perry County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 524 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,651 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,069 (96.9%) | 34 (3.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 398 (81.9%) | 88 (18.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 618 (69.8%) | 267 (30.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 822 (86.2%) | 132 (13.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,062 (97.8%) | 24 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 809 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 810 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,763 (93.4%) | 545 (6.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Perry County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 524 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,651 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,069 (96.9%) | 34 (3.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Perry County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,830 (87.7%) | 257 (12.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,982 (93.7%) | 200 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 867 (99.0%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 566 (96.1%) | 23 (3.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 777 (94.9%) | 42 (5.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Perry County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 470 (89.7%) | 54 (10.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,219 (73.8%) | 608 (36.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 259 (23.5%) | 810 (73.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 168 (34.6%) | 230 (47.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 216 (24.4%) | 469 (53.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 350 (36.7%) | 474 (49.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 438 (40.3%) | 726 (66.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 797 (98.5%) | 457 (56.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 810 (100.0%) | 315 (38.9%) |
| Total | 4,727 (56.9%) | 4,143 (49.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Perry County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (4.5%) | 19 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (2.9%) | 67 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 654 (46.9%) | 408 (26.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 133 (44.2%) | 156 (30.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 276 (72.8%) | 327 (75.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Perry 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%) | 19 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 38 (2.7%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (12.3%) | 9 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 148 (39.1%) | 87 (20.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 155 (11.1%) | 55 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 97 (25.6%) | 67 (15.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (2.9%) | 28 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 308 (22.1%) | 242 (15.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (27.2%) | 83 (19.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (1.8%) | 39 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 303 (21.7%) | 217 (14.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (29.6%) | 147 (28.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 261 (68.9%) | 299 (69.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 154 (11.1%) | 45 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (18.2%) | 161 (37.3%) |
Technology Access in Perry County
Computing Device Access in Perry County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,312 | 42.7% |
| Smartphone | 2,090 | 68.0% |
| Tablet | 1,106 | 36.0% |
| No Computing Device | 798 | 26.0% |
| Total | 3,075 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Perry County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 881 | 28.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 831 | 27.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 443 | 14.4% |
| No Internet | 1,047 | 34.1% |
| Total | 3,075 | 100.0% |
Perry County Summary
Perry County is located in the west-central part of the state of Alabama, in the United States. It is bordered by Autauga, Chilton, Dallas, Hale, and Bibb counties. The county seat is Marion, and the largest city is Uniontown. The population of Perry County was 10,868 as of the 2010 census.
Geography
Perry County is located in the Black Belt region of Alabama, and is mostly rural. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The county is drained by the Tombigbee River, which forms its western boundary. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Mitchell, Lake Harris, and Lake Jordan.
The climate of Perry County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.
History
Perry County was established in 1819, and was named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the War of 1812. The county was originally part of the Choctaw Nation, and was later part of the Creek Nation. The county was settled by European Americans in the early 19th century, and the first county seat was established in Marion in 1820.
The county was largely agricultural in the 19th century, and cotton was the main crop. The county was also home to several iron furnaces, which produced iron for the Confederate Army during the Civil War. After the war, the county's economy shifted to timber and lumber production.
Economy
Today, Perry County's economy is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The county is home to several large timber companies, and the timber industry is the largest employer in the county. Other major industries include poultry farming, cattle ranching, and manufacturing.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The county is served by several major highways, including Interstate 65, US Highway 80, and US Highway 82.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Perry County had a population of 10,868. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 29.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the county was $15,845. About 22.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Education
Perry County is served by the Perry County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools. The county is also home to several private schools, including Marion Military Institute and Perry County Christian Academy. The county is also home to the University of West Alabama, which is located in Livingston.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Perry County?
Total Population of Perry County is 8,479.
What is the Total Male Population of Perry County?
Total Male Population of Perry County is 3,912.
What is the Total Female Population of Perry County?
Total Female Population of Perry County is 4,567.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Perry County?
There are 85.66 Males per 100 Females in Perry County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Perry County?
There are 116.74 Females per 100 Males in Perry County.
What is the Median Population Age in Perry County?
Median Population Age in Perry County is 41.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Perry County
Average Family Size in Perry County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Perry County
Average Household Size in Perry County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Perry County?
Per Capita income in Perry County is $16,581.
What is the Median Family Income in Perry County?
Median Family Income in Perry County is $40,462.
What is the Median Household income in Perry County?
Median Household Income in Perry County is $32,332.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Perry County?
Income or Wage Gap in Perry County is 0.4%.
Women in Perry County earn 99.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Perry County?
Family Income Deficit in Perry County is $9,201.
Families that are below poverty line in Perry County earn $9,201 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Perry County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Perry County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Perry County?
There are 2,738 People in the Labor Forcein in Perry County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Perry County?
39.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Perry County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Perry County?
Unemployment Rate in Perry County is 15.7%.