Brooks County, GA
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Brooks County Overview
16,275
TOTAL POPULATION
7,883
MALE POPULATION
8,392
FEMALE POPULATION
93.93
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,004
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,873
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$42,263
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,051
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.54
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,971
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Brooks County Area Codes
Race in Brooks County
The most populous races in Brooks County are White / Caucasian (9,273 | 57.0%), Black / African American (5,789 | 35.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,238 | 7.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 105 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 5,789 | 35.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 24 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,238 | 7.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 6 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,273 | 57.0% |
| Two or more Races | 468 | 2.9% |
| Some other Race | 610 | 3.7% |
| Total | 16,275 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Brooks County
The most populous ancestries reported in Brooks County are American (1,399 | 8.6%), Irish (1,395 | 8.6%), English (1,019 | 6.3%), German (692 | 4.3%), and Puerto Rican (408 | 2.5%), together accounting for 30.2% of all Brooks County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 53 | 0.3% |
| American | 1,399 | 8.6% |
| Arapaho | 7 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 9 | 0.1% |
| British | 123 | 0.8% |
| Burmese | 6 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 36 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 251 | 1.5% |
| Cherokee | 8 | 0.1% |
| Creek | 41 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 172 | 1.1% |
| Czech | 8 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 6 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 125 | 0.8% |
| Dutch | 24 | 0.2% |
| Eastern European | 109 | 0.7% |
| English | 1,019 | 6.3% |
| European | 66 | 0.4% |
| French | 235 | 1.4% |
| French Canadian | 18 | 0.1% |
| German | 692 | 4.3% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 24 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 25 | 0.2% |
| Haitian | 72 | 0.4% |
| Honduran | 226 | 1.4% |
| Irish | 1,395 | 8.6% |
| Italian | 288 | 1.8% |
| Jamaican | 82 | 0.5% |
| Korean | 90 | 0.5% |
| Lithuanian | 38 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 205 | 1.3% |
| Polish | 75 | 0.5% |
| Portuguese | 15 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 408 | 2.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 102 | 0.6% |
| Scottish | 301 | 1.8% |
| Sioux | 10 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 53 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 8 | 0.1% |
| Swiss | 58 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 69 | 0.4% |
| Yugoslavian | 12 | 0.1% | View All 42 Rows |
Immigrants in Brooks County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Brooks County came from Latin America (175 | 1.1%), Asia (118 | 0.7%), Central America (93 | 0.6%), Honduras (92 | 0.6%), and Philippines (90 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.5% of all Brooks County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 118 | 0.7% |
| Canada | 41 | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 82 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 93 | 0.6% |
| Cuba | 72 | 0.4% |
| England | 61 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 79 | 0.5% |
| Germany | 5 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 1 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 92 | 0.6% |
| Jamaica | 10 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 175 | 1.1% |
| Northern Europe | 74 | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 18 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 90 | 0.5% |
| South Central Asia | 6 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 90 | 0.5% |
| Turkey | 22 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 22 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 5 | 0.0% | View All 21 Rows |
Sex and Age in Brooks County
Sex and Age in Brooks County
The most populous age groups in Brooks County are 10 to 14 Years (622 | 7.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (717 | 8.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 447 (5.7%) | 451 (5.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 404 (5.1%) | 472 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 622 (7.9%) | 572 (6.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 591 (7.5%) | 513 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 425 (5.4%) | 350 (4.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 499 (6.3%) | 575 (6.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 412 (5.2%) | 499 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 466 (5.9%) | 355 (4.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 578 (7.3%) | 488 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 513 (6.5%) | 459 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 378 (4.8%) | 532 (6.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 603 (7.6%) | 625 (7.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 526 (6.7%) | 717 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 343 (4.3%) | 554 (6.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 525 (6.7%) | 549 (6.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 340 (4.3%) | 439 (5.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 75 (0.9%) | 80 (0.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 136 (1.7%) | 162 (1.9%) |
| Total | 7,883 (100.0%) | 8,392 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Brooks County
Median Family Size in Brooks County
The median family size in Brooks County is 3.61 persons per family, with single female/mother families (762 | 21.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.93 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,579 | 71.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.13 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,579 (71.7%) | 3.13 |
| Single Male/Father | 256 (7.1%) | 4.52 |
| Single Female/Mother | 762 (21.2%) | 4.93 |
| Total Families | 3,597 (100.0%) | 3.61 |
Median Household Size in Brooks County
The median household size in Brooks County is 2.70 persons per household, with single male/father households (256 | 4.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.18 persons per household. non-family households (2,360 | 39.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,579 (43.3%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 256 (4.3%) | 5.18 |
| Single Female/Mother | 762 (12.8%) | 5.09 |
| Non-family | 2,360 (39.6%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 5,957 (100.0%) | 2.70 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Brooks County
Out of a total of 5,957 households in Brooks County, 3,597 (60.4%) are family households, while 2,360 (39.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,771, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,138.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,138 (35.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,771 (29.7%) | 173 (2.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 860 (14.4%) | 49 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 476 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 280 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 137 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 73 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,597 (60.4%) | 2,360 (39.6%) |
Female Fertility in Brooks County
Fertility by Age in Brooks County
Average fertility rate in Brooks County is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 56.9% 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 | 87 (56.9%) | 61.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 66 (43.1%) | 47.0 |
| Total | 153 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brooks County
20.9% of women with births (153) in Brooks County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 63.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (36.8%) | 55 (63.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 66 (100.0%) |
| Total | 32 (20.9%) | 121 (79.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Brooks County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 4 (2.6%) | 4.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 131 (85.6%) | 113.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18 (11.8%) | 55.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 153 (100.0%) | 46.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brooks County
79.1% of women with births in Brooks County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 92.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 10 (7.6%) | 121 (92.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 32 (20.9%) | 121 (79.1%) |
Income in Brooks County
Income Overview in Brooks County
Per Capita Income in Brooks County is $28,004, while median incomes of families and households are $60,873 and $42,263 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 16,275 | $28,004 |
| Median Family Income | 3,597 | $60,873 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,597 | $84,076 |
| Median Household Income | 5,957 | $42,263 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,957 | $66,023 |
| Income Deficit | 3,597 | $14,051 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,275 | 17.71% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,275 | 82.29¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 16,275 | 0.54 |
Earnings by Sex in Brooks County
Average Earnings in Brooks County are $33,582, $36,792 for men and $30,275 for women, a difference of 17.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,590 (50.7%) | $36,792 |
| Female | 3,492 (49.3%) | $30,275 |
| Total | 7,082 (100.0%) | $33,582 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brooks County
The most common earnings brackets in Brooks County are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (496 | 13.8%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (422 | 12.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 293 (8.2%) | 148 (4.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 26 (0.7%) | 59 (1.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 128 (3.6%) | 104 (3.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 204 (5.7%) | 60 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 34 (0.9%) | 153 (4.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 109 (3.0%) | 181 (5.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 69 (1.9%) | 330 (9.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 21 (0.6%) | 195 (5.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 62 (1.7%) | 93 (2.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 85 (2.4%) | 137 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 496 (13.8%) | 275 (7.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 144 (4.0%) | 325 (9.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 271 (7.5%) | 422 (12.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 190 (5.3%) | 157 (4.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 149 (4.2%) | 215 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 193 (5.4%) | 52 (1.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 215 (6.0%) | 147 (4.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 233 (6.5%) | 224 (6.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 318 (8.9%) | 50 (1.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 350 (9.8%) | 165 (4.7%) |
| Total | 3,590 (100.0%) | 3,492 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brooks County
Average earnings in Brooks County are $40,913 for men and $32,811 for women, a difference of 19.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,679, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,063. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,000, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,398.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,940 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $31,063 | $27,398 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,679 | $28,474 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | $55,189 | $63,000 |
| Total | $40,913 | $32,811 |
Family Income in Brooks County
Family Income Brackets in Brooks County
According to the Brooks County family income data, there are 777 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.6% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 112 families (3.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 281 | 7.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 129 | 3.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 403 | 11.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 295 | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 493 | 13.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 777 | 21.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 370 | 10.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 522 | 14.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 112 | 3.1% |
| $200,000+ | 219 | 6.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brooks County
4-person families (495 | 13.8%) account for the highest median family income in Brooks County with $67,564 per family, while 2-person families (1,818 | 50.5%) have the highest median income of $32,602 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,818 (50.5%) | $65,205 |
| 3-Person Families | 843 (23.4%) | $58,523 |
| 4-Person Families | 495 (13.8%) | $67,564 |
| 5-Person Families | 231 (6.4%) | $43,250 |
| 6-Person Families | 172 (4.8%) | $45,357 |
| 7+ Person Families | 38 (1.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,597 (100.0%) | $60,873 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Brooks County
The median family income in Brooks County is $60,873, with families comprising 3+ earners (189) having the highest median family income of $129,886, while families with no earners (746) have the lowest median family income of $21,462, accounting for 5.2% and 20.7% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 746 (20.7%) | $21,462 |
| 1 Earner | 1,275 (35.4%) | $43,068 |
| 2 Earners | 1,387 (38.6%) | $75,924 |
| 3+ Earners | 189 (5.2%) | $129,886 |
| Total | 3,597 (100.0%) | $60,873 |
Household Income in Brooks County
Household Income Brackets in Brooks County
With 1,060 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Brooks County, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 179 households (3.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 620 | 10.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 500 | 8.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 870 | 14.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 596 | 10.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 745 | 12.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,060 | 17.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 566 | 9.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 572 | 9.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 179 | 3.0% |
| $200,000+ | 256 | 4.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Brooks County
The median household income in Brooks County is $42,263, with the highest median household income of $60,833 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,400 households (40.3%) 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 133 households (2.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 133 (2.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,504 (25.3%) | $41,775 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,400 (40.3%) | $60,833 |
| 65+ Years | 1,920 (32.2%) | $26,951 |
| Total | 5,957 (100.0%) | $42,263 |
Poverty in Brooks County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brooks County
With 24.2% poverty level for males and 28.7% for females among the residents of Brooks County, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 47 males (77.0%) and 56 females (56.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 174 (38.9%) | 135 (29.9%) |
| 5 Years | 47 (77.0%) | 3 (16.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 189 (35.1%) | 283 (47.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 43 (10.1%) | 212 (49.6%) |
| 15 Years | 24 (30.8%) | 56 (56.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 48 (32.9%) | 54 (25.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 323 (41.6%) | 77 (14.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 225 (24.9%) | 459 (42.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 73 (7.1%) | 231 (27.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 330 (37.0%) | 174 (17.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 210 (19.0%) | 291 (21.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 128 (15.0%) | 292 (26.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (13.1%) | 124 (19.7%) |
| Total | 1,886 (24.2%) | 2,391 (28.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brooks County
According to the poverty statistics in Brooks County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.8% of males and 86.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 273 (61.1%) | 316 (70.1%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (23.0%) | 15 (83.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 349 (64.9%) | 316 (52.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 384 (89.9%) | 215 (50.3%) |
| 15 Years | 54 (69.2%) | 44 (44.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 98 (67.1%) | 159 (74.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 453 (58.4%) | 473 (86.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 678 (75.1%) | 615 (57.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 948 (92.8%) | 607 (72.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 561 (63.0%) | 817 (82.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 896 (81.0%) | 1,051 (78.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 725 (85.0%) | 796 (73.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 479 (86.9%) | 507 (80.3%) |
| Total | 5,912 (75.8%) | 5,931 (71.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brooks County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Brooks County show that 10.0% or 257 of the total 2,579 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 28.6%, comprising of 44 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 | 1,772 (92.5%) | 144 (7.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 416 (85.8%) | 69 (14.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 110 (71.4%) | 44 (28.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,322 (90.0%) | 257 (10.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brooks County
According to the poverty data in Brooks County, 24.6% or 63 single-father households and 47.4% or 361 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 256 households (65.1%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 15 (14.1%) | 36 (15.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 13 (11.3%) | 256 (65.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (52.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 63 (24.6%) | 361 (47.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brooks County
The poverty data for Brooks County shows that 257 of the married-couple family households (10.0%) and 424 of the single-parent households (41.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (28.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 144 (7.5%) | 51 (14.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 69 (14.2%) | 269 (52.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 44 (28.6%) | 69 (52.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| Total | 257 (10.0%) | 424 (41.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Brooks County
Employment by Class of Employer in Brooks County
Among the 6,521 employed individuals in Brooks County, private company employees (4,394 | 67.4%), state government employees (587 | 9.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (530 | 8.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,394 | 67.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 283 | 4.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 530 | 8.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 303 | 4.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 341 | 5.2% |
| State Government Employees | 587 | 9.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 83 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 6,521 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Brooks County
According to the labor force statistics for Brooks County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,129), 53.1% or 6,971 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 342 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 77.6% or 1,464 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 30.6% or 67 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 219 (23.7%) | 67 (30.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 564 (72.8%) | 70 (12.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 641 (59.7%) | 35 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 642 (70.5%) | 12 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,464 (77.6%) | 37 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,340 (71.2%) | 72 (5.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 930 (75.7%) | 38 (4.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 638 (51.3%) | 6 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 445 (22.6%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 89 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,971 (53.1%) | 342 (4.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brooks County
According to labor force statistics for Brooks County, 68.8% of individuals (5,659) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (8,225) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 198 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 87.4% or 1,196 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.4% or 22 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 406 (40.9%) | 54 (5.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,955 (64.9%) | 118 (3.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,098 (73.6%) | 68 (2.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,196 (87.4%) | 57 (4.2%) |
| Total | 5,659 (68.8%) | 288 (3.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Brooks County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brooks County are Management (595 | 9.0%), Community & Social Service (546 | 8.2%), Education Instruction & Library (327 | 4.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (302 | 4.6%), and Education, Arts & Media (137 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brooks County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (94.9%), and Architecture & Engineering (87.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (93.6%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (80.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 346 (58.2%) | 249 (41.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 29 (47.5%) | 32 (52.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 111 (94.9%) | 6 (5.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 40 (87.0%) | 6 (13.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 140 (25.6%) | 406 (74.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 108 (78.8%) | 29 (21.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 21 (6.4%) | 306 (93.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 11 (19.6%) | 45 (80.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 87 (28.8%) | 215 (71.2%) |
| Health Technologists | 27 (22.0%) | 96 (78.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 713 (44.0%) | 908 (56.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,295 (49.7%) | 3,332 (50.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Brooks County are Food Preparation & Serving (464 | 7.0%), Security & Protection (319 | 4.8%), Personal Care & Service (250 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (248 | 3.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (239 | 3.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Brooks County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (82.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (65.3%), and Law Enforcement (65.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 248 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 165 (51.7%) | 154 (48.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 83 (35.0%) | 154 (65.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 161 (34.7%) | 303 (65.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 148 (61.9%) | 91 (38.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 206 (82.4%) | 44 (17.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 680 (44.7%) | 840 (55.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,295 (49.7%) | 3,332 (50.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Brooks County are Office & Administration (727 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (555 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 191 (34.4%) | 364 (65.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 132 (18.2%) | 595 (81.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 323 (25.2%) | 959 (74.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,295 (49.7%) | 3,332 (50.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Brooks County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (450 | 6.8%), Construction & Extraction (288 | 4.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (207 | 3.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 207 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 254 (88.2%) | 34 (11.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 419 (93.1%) | 31 (6.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 880 (93.1%) | 65 (6.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,295 (49.7%) | 3,332 (50.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Brooks County are Production (593 | 8.9%), Transportation (508 | 7.7%), and Material Moving (158 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 254 (42.8%) | 339 (57.2%) |
| Transportation | 378 (74.4%) | 130 (25.6%) |
| Material Moving | 67 (42.4%) | 91 (57.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 699 (55.5%) | 560 (44.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,295 (49.7%) | 3,332 (50.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Brooks County
Employment Industries in Brooks County
The major employment industries in Brooks County include Manufacturing (1,171 | 17.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (903 | 13.6%), Retail Trade (601 | 9.1%), Educational Services (588 | 8.9%), and Accommodation & Food Services (585 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Brooks County
The Brooks County industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (97.6%), Construction (93.5%), and Administrative & Support (85.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (85.0%), Retail Trade (81.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (72.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 441 (97.6%) | 11 (2.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 373 (93.5%) | 26 (6.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 655 (55.9%) | 516 (44.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 101 (61.2%) | 64 (38.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 114 (19.0%) | 487 (81.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 181 (82.3%) | 39 (17.7%) |
| Utilities | 19 (30.6%) | 43 (69.4%) |
| Information | 22 (75.9%) | 7 (24.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 76 (38.4%) | 122 (61.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 7 (58.3%) | 5 (41.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 52 (28.3%) | 132 (71.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 67 (85.9%) | 11 (14.1%) |
| Educational Services | 88 (15.0%) | 500 (85.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 251 (27.8%) | 652 (72.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 60 (80.0%) | 15 (20.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 218 (37.3%) | 367 (62.7%) |
| Public Administration | 170 (40.5%) | 250 (59.5%) |
| Total | 3,295 (49.7%) | 3,332 (50.3%) |
Education in Brooks County
School Enrollment in Brooks County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,551 students in Brooks County are high school (913 | 25.7%), middle school (905 | 25.5%), and elementary school (753 | 21.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 332 | 9.3% |
| Kindergarten | 33 | 0.9% |
| Elementary School | 753 | 21.2% |
| Middle School | 905 | 25.5% |
| High School | 913 | 25.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 527 | 14.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 88 | 2.5% |
| Total | 3,551 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brooks County
Out of a total of 3,551 students who are enrolled in schools in Brooks County, 266 (7.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,285 (92.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 88 (51.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 294 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 295 (97.4%) | 8 (2.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 726 (91.4%) | 68 (8.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,078 (94.9%) | 58 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 479 (99.4%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 294 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 120 (73.6%) | 43 (26.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 207 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 84 (48.8%) | 88 (51.2%) |
| Total | 3,285 (92.5%) | 266 (7.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brooks County
Business (386 | 21.7%), education (364 | 20.5%), science & technology (191 | 10.7%), social sciences (174 | 9.8%), and arts & humanities (172 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,779 individuals in Brooks County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 | 1.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 69 | 3.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 37 | 2.1% |
| Psychology | 102 | 5.7% |
| Social Sciences | 174 | 9.8% |
| Engineering | 57 | 3.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 191 | 10.7% |
| Business | 386 | 21.7% |
| Education | 364 | 20.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 34 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 104 | 5.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 54 | 3.0% |
| Communications | 6 | 0.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 172 | 9.7% |
| Total | 1,779 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Brooks County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brooks County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Brooks County are males with 2 vehicles (1,203, accounting for 36.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,192, making up 37.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 33 (1.0%) | 24 (0.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 436 (13.3%) | 764 (23.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,203 (36.6%) | 1,192 (36.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,031 (31.4%) | 952 (29.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 182 (5.5%) | 71 (2.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 401 (12.2%) | 232 (7.2%) |
| Total | 3,286 (100.0%) | 3,235 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Brooks County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Brooks County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,215 commuters, 19.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,074 commuters, 17.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,051 commuters, 16.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 414 | 6.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 740 | 11.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,051 | 16.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 422 | 6.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,074 | 17.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 411 | 6.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,215 | 19.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 233 | 3.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 269 | 4.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 144 | 2.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 180 | 2.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 137 | 2.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Brooks County
The most common commute times in Brooks County are 30 to 34 minutes (633 commuters, 20.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (633 commuters, 20.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 316 (10.0%) | 98 (3.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 347 (11.0%) | 393 (12.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 418 (13.3%) | 633 (20.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 228 (7.2%) | 194 (6.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 544 (17.2%) | 530 (16.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 228 (7.2%) | 183 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 633 (20.1%) | 582 (18.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 79 (2.5%) | 154 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 128 (4.1%) | 141 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 96 (3.0%) | 48 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 125 (4.0%) | 55 (1.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 13 (0.4%) | 124 (4.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brooks County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Brooks County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (577, 18.3%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (649, 20.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 181 (5.7%) | 79 (2.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 57 (1.8%) | 37 (1.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 109 (3.5%) | 57 (1.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 445 (14.1%) | 538 (17.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 536 (17.0%) | 458 (14.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 574 (18.2%) | 525 (16.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 577 (18.3%) | 649 (20.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 186 (5.9%) | 176 (5.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 3 (0.1%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 214 (6.8%) | 181 (5.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 42 (1.3%) | 106 (3.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 161 (5.1%) | 190 (6.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 70 (2.2%) | 100 (3.2%) |
| Total | 3,155 (100.0%) | 3,135 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Brooks County
Occupancy by Ownership in Brooks County
Of the total 5,957 dwellings in Brooks County, owner-occupied units account for 4,068 (68.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,889 (31.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,068 | 68.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,889 | 31.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,957 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Brooks County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,138 | 35.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,944 | 32.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 909 | 15.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 966 | 16.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,957 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brooks County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,389 (65.0%) | 749 (35.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,510 (77.7%) | 434 (22.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 596 (65.6%) | 313 (34.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 573 (59.3%) | 393 (40.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,068 (68.3%) | 1,889 (31.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brooks County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 708 (70.7%) | 294 (29.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,524 (68.4%) | 703 (31.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,254 (63.1%) | 734 (36.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 582 (78.6%) | 158 (21.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brooks County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 809 | 13.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 828 | 13.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,106 | 18.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,294 | 21.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,200 | 20.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 558 | 9.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 162 | 2.7% |
| Total | 5,957 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Brooks County
Median Income by Occupancy in Brooks County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,068 (68.3%) | $53,529 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,889 (31.7%) | $28,817 |
| Average | 5,957 (100.0%) | $42,263 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brooks County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 254 (6.2%) | 229 (12.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 64 (1.6%) | 72 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 335 (8.2%) | 165 (8.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 220 (5.4%) | 300 (15.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 251 (6.2%) | 96 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 407 (10.0%) | 187 (9.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 374 (9.2%) | 371 (19.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 801 (19.7%) | 262 (13.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 385 (9.5%) | 181 (9.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 543 (13.4%) | 26 (1.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 434 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,068 (100.0%) | 1,889 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brooks County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 527 (13.0%) | 90 (4.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 738 (18.1%) | 133 (7.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 839 (20.6%) | 575 (30.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 616 (15.1%) | 246 (13.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 658 (16.2%) | 266 (14.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 466 (11.5%) | 56 (3.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 118 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 26 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 80 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,068 (100.0%) | 1,889 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Brooks County
Housing Structures in Brooks County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,591 | 60.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 | 0.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 70 | 1.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 162 | 2.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 117 | 2.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 198 | 3.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,810 | 30.4% |
| Total | 5,957 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brooks County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,759 (76.8%) | 832 (23.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 162 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 117 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 198 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,300 (71.8%) | 510 (28.2%) |
| Total | 4,068 (68.3%) | 1,889 (31.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brooks County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 43 (1.1%) | 49 (2.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 43 (1.1%) | 382 (20.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,503 (36.9%) | 831 (44.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,626 (40.0%) | 440 (23.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 853 (21.0%) | 187 (9.9%) |
| Total | 4,068 (100.0%) | 1,889 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brooks County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 159 (3.9%) | 188 (10.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 295 (7.2%) | 59 (3.1%) |
| Electricity | 3,534 (86.9%) | 1,551 (82.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (0.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 72 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 8 (0.2%) | 78 (4.1%) |
| Total | 4,068 (100.0%) | 1,889 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Brooks County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 196 (4.8%) | 235 (12.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 991 (24.4%) | 958 (50.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,575 (38.7%) | 435 (23.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,306 (32.1%) | 261 (13.8%) |
| Total | 4,068 (100.0%) | 1,889 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Brooks County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Brooks County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,088 | 1,980 |
| Median Property Value | $107,900 | $142,600 |
| Median Household Income | $37,813 | $307 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $444 | $80 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,305 | $65 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brooks County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 464 (22.2%) | 249 (12.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 535 (25.6%) | 478 (24.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 854 (40.9%) | 982 (49.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 116 (5.6%) | 178 (9.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 45 (2.2%) | 76 (3.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 22 (1.1%) | 17 (0.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 52 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,088 (100.0%) | 1,980 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brooks County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 156 (7.5%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 608 (29.1%) | 162 (8.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 261 (12.5%) | 198 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 217 (10.4%) | 146 (7.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 276 (13.2%) | 157 (7.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 218 (10.4%) | 525 (26.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 225 (10.8%) | 167 (8.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 127 (6.1%) | 318 (16.1%) |
| Total | 2,088 (100.0%) | 1,980 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brooks County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 812 (38.9%) | 66,978 (3,382.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 365 (17.5%) | 1,017 (51.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 159 (7.6%) | 263 (13.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 708 (33.9%) | 246 (12.4%) |
| Total | 2,088 (100.0%) | 1,980 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brooks County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 595 (28.5%) | 122 (6.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 553 (26.5%) | 291 (14.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 867 (41.5%) | 492 (24.8%) |
| Total | 2,088 (100.0%) | 1,980 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Brooks County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brooks County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 924 (94.6%) | 53 (5.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,773 (96.4%) | 105 (3.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 676 (59.7%) | 456 (40.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,174 (64.7%) | 640 (35.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,313 (70.6%) | 546 (29.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,175 (62.4%) | 707 (37.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,144 (87.6%) | 304 (12.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,773 (91.3%) | 168 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,182 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,134 (81.5%) | 2,979 (18.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brooks County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 924 (94.6%) | 53 (5.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,773 (96.4%) | 105 (3.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 676 (59.7%) | 456 (40.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brooks County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,240 (82.6%) | 685 (17.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,668 (74.7%) | 906 (25.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,027 (80.8%) | 720 (19.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,448 (83.5%) | 286 (16.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,733 (88.0%) | 372 (12.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brooks County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 498 (51.0%) | 690 (70.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,454 (50.5%) | 1,608 (55.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 200 (17.7%) | 486 (42.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 348 (19.2%) | 963 (53.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 320 (17.2%) | 1,140 (61.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 257 (13.7%) | 955 (50.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 686 (28.0%) | 1,731 (70.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,760 (90.7%) | 817 (42.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,163 (98.4%) | 617 (52.2%) |
| Total | 6,686 (41.5%) | 9,007 (55.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brooks County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 200 (16.0%) | 63 (4.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 78 (4.6%) | 64 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 625 (20.7%) | 682 (21.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 243 (28.5%) | 161 (14.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 289 (52.4%) | 328 (52.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Brooks 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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 37 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 175 (5.8%) | 58 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (13.0%) | 62 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 171 (31.0%) | 198 (31.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.3%) | 55 (4.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 165 (5.5%) | 67 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (3.9%) | 63 (5.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 90 (16.3%) | 169 (26.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 200 (16.0%) | 37 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 78 (4.6%) | 27 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 275 (9.1%) | 145 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (2.9%) | 60 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 105 (19.1%) | 65 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 345 (11.4%) | 494 (15.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 133 (15.6%) | 121 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 194 (35.2%) | 236 (37.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 106 (3.5%) | 25 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 50 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (10.9%) | 36 (5.7%) |
Technology Access in Brooks County
Computing Device Access in Brooks County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,310 | 55.6% |
| Smartphone | 4,628 | 77.7% |
| Tablet | 2,123 | 35.6% |
| No Computing Device | 1,026 | 17.2% |
| Total | 5,957 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Brooks County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 15 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 2,707 | 45.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 792 | 13.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 516 | 8.7% |
| No Internet | 2,034 | 34.1% |
| Total | 5,957 | 100.0% |
Brooks County Summary
Brooks County is located in the south-central region of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is part of the Valdosta, Georgia Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county seat is Quitman. As of the 2010 census, the population was 16,243.
History
Brooks County was created in 1858 from portions of Lowndes and Thomas counties. It was named for Preston Brooks, a South Carolina congressman who beat Massachusetts Senator Charles Sumner with a cane on the floor of the U.S. Senate in 1856.
Geography
Brooks County is located in the southern part of Georgia, about 100 miles south of Atlanta. It is bordered by Lowndes County to the north, Cook County to the east, Berrien County to the south, and Thomas County to the west. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 439 square miles is land and 2.2 square miles (0.5%) is water.
The county is located in the flatwoods region of Georgia, with the majority of the land being used for agriculture. The Withlacoochee River forms the western border of the county, and the Alapaha River forms the eastern border.
Economy
Agriculture is the main economic activity in Brooks County. The county is home to several large farms, including the largest peanut farm in the state. Other crops grown in the county include cotton, corn, soybeans, and tobacco.
The county also has a thriving timber industry, with several sawmills located in the area. The county is also home to several manufacturing plants, including a paper mill and a poultry processing plant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 16,243 people, 6,093 households, and 4,521 families living in the county. The population density was 37 people per square mile. There were 6,845 housing units at an average density of 16 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 68.2% White, 28.2% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,945. The per capita income for the county was $15,845. About 19.2% of families and 22.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.7% of those under age 18 and 20.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Brooks County?
Total Population of Brooks County is 16,275.
What is the Total Male Population of Brooks County?
Total Male Population of Brooks County is 7,883.
What is the Total Female Population of Brooks County?
Total Female Population of Brooks County is 8,392.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Brooks County?
There are 93.93 Males per 100 Females in Brooks County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Brooks County?
There are 106.46 Females per 100 Males in Brooks County.
What is the Median Population Age in Brooks County?
Median Population Age in Brooks County is 42.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Brooks County
Average Family Size in Brooks County is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Brooks County
Average Household Size in Brooks County is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Brooks County?
Per Capita income in Brooks County is $28,004.
What is the Median Family Income in Brooks County?
Median Family Income in Brooks County is $60,873.
What is the Median Household income in Brooks County?
Median Household Income in Brooks County is $42,263.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Brooks County?
Income or Wage Gap in Brooks County is 17.7%.
Women in Brooks County earn 82.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Brooks County?
Family Income Deficit in Brooks County is $14,051.
Families that are below poverty line in Brooks County earn $14,051 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Brooks County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Brooks County is 0.54.
How Large is the Labor Force in Brooks County?
There are 6,971 People in the Labor Forcein in Brooks County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Brooks County?
53.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Brooks County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Brooks County?
Unemployment Rate in Brooks County is 4.9%.