Catoosa County, GA
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68,052
TOTAL POPULATION
33,371
MALE POPULATION
34,681
FEMALE POPULATION
96.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.93
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,515
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,712
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,896
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,725
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
33,985
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Catoosa County
The most populous races in Catoosa County are White / Caucasian (61,163 | 89.9%), Two or more Races (3,045 | 4.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (2,308 | 3.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,042 | 1.5% |
| Black / African American | 1,546 | 2.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 35 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,308 | 3.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 150 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 61,163 | 89.9% |
| Two or more Races | 3,045 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 1,071 | 1.6% |
| Total | 68,052 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Catoosa County
The most populous ancestries reported in Catoosa County are American (12,988 | 19.1%), English (10,441 | 15.3%), Irish (7,340 | 10.8%), German (7,288 | 10.7%), and Scottish (1,682 | 2.5%), together accounting for 58.4% of all Catoosa County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 125 | 0.2% |
| American | 12,988 | 19.1% |
| Apache | 16 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 14 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 19 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 15 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 13 | 0.0% |
| British | 403 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 225 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 17 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 36 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 726 | 1.1% |
| Central American Indian | 102 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 442 | 0.6% |
| Chilean | 26 | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 12 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 6 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 128 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 16 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 80 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 651 | 1.0% |
| Dutch West Indian | 46 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 98 | 0.1% |
| English | 10,441 | 15.3% |
| European | 1,346 | 2.0% |
| Finnish | 8 | 0.0% |
| French | 573 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 47 | 0.1% |
| German | 7,288 | 10.7% |
| Greek | 70 | 0.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 71 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 609 | 0.9% |
| Hungarian | 29 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 148 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 7,340 | 10.8% |
| Israeli | 20 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,273 | 1.9% |
| Jamaican | 36 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 16 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 76 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 14 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 69 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,005 | 1.5% |
| Mexican American Indian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 122 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 350 | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 15 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 6 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 767 | 1.1% |
| Portuguese | 27 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 379 | 0.6% |
| Romanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 202 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 116 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 160 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 896 | 1.3% |
| Scottish | 1,682 | 2.5% |
| Slavic | 17 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 14 | 0.0% |
| South African | 169 | 0.3% |
| South American | 35 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 7 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 87 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 332 | 0.5% |
| Swedish | 473 | 0.7% |
| Swiss | 59 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 530 | 0.8% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 27 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 41 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 379 | 0.6% |
| Yugoslavian | 84 | 0.1% | View All 76 Rows |
Immigrants in Catoosa County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Catoosa County came from Asia (643 | 0.9%), Europe (477 | 0.7%), Latin America (378 | 0.6%), Central America (309 | 0.4%), and Eastern Europe (277 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.1% of all Catoosa County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 62 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 643 | 0.9% |
| Australia | 28 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 19 | 0.0% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 84 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 25 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 34 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 309 | 0.4% |
| Chile | 26 | 0.0% |
| China | 74 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 2 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 208 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 277 | 0.4% |
| England | 54 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 477 | 0.7% |
| France | 14 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 66 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 201 | 0.3% |
| India | 251 | 0.4% |
| Jamaica | 32 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 134 | 0.2% |
| Laos | 51 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 378 | 0.6% |
| Mexico | 108 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 101 | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 39 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 52 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 168 | 0.3% |
| Singapore | 13 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 62 | 0.1% |
| South America | 35 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 251 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 184 | 0.3% |
| Thailand | 15 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 25 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 43 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 99 | 0.2% | View All 39 Rows |
Sex and Age in Catoosa County
Sex and Age in Catoosa County
The most populous age groups in Catoosa County are 10 to 14 Years (2,633 | 7.9%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (2,462 | 7.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,781 (5.3%) | 1,733 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,936 (5.8%) | 1,935 (5.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 2,633 (7.9%) | 2,236 (6.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 2,469 (7.4%) | 2,057 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,929 (5.8%) | 1,813 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,039 (6.1%) | 2,207 (6.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,126 (6.4%) | 2,126 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,677 (5.0%) | 2,165 (6.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 2,578 (7.7%) | 2,358 (6.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 2,244 (6.7%) | 2,165 (6.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 2,249 (6.7%) | 2,364 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,001 (6.0%) | 2,462 (7.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,285 (6.9%) | 2,162 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,809 (5.4%) | 2,055 (5.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,535 (4.6%) | 1,816 (5.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 844 (2.5%) | 1,280 (3.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 718 (2.1%) | 839 (2.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 518 (1.5%) | 908 (2.6%) |
| Total | 33,371 (100.0%) | 34,681 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Catoosa County
Median Family Size in Catoosa County
The median family size in Catoosa County is 3.10 persons per family, with married-couple families (14,218 | 76.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.16 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,065 | 5.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 14,218 (76.8%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,065 (5.8%) | 2.63 |
| Single Female/Mother | 3,218 (17.4%) | 2.99 |
| Total Families | 18,501 (100.0%) | 3.10 |
Median Household Size in Catoosa County
The median household size in Catoosa County is 2.62 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,065 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.2 persons per household. non-family households (7,274 | 28.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 14,218 (55.2%) | 3.18 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,065 (4.1%) | 3.20 |
| Single Female/Mother | 3,218 (12.5%) | 3.15 |
| Non-family | 7,274 (28.2%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 25,775 (100.0%) | 2.62 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Catoosa County
Out of a total of 25,775 households in Catoosa County, 18,501 (71.8%) are family households, while 7,274 (28.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 8,226, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,960.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 5,960 (23.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 8,226 (31.9%) | 1,089 (4.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 4,815 (18.7%) | 196 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 3,245 (12.6%) | 29 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,172 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 841 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 202 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18,501 (71.8%) | 7,274 (28.2%) |
Female Fertility in Catoosa County
Fertility by Age in Catoosa County
Average fertility rate in Catoosa County is 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 55.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 65.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 70 (13.4%) | 34.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 340 (65.1%) | 55.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 112 (21.5%) | 15.0 |
| Total | 522 (100.0%) | 34.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Catoosa County
44.8% of women with births (522) in Catoosa County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 80.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 17.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 14 (20.0%) | 56 (80.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 128 (37.7%) | 212 (62.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 92 (82.1%) | 20 (17.9%) |
| Total | 234 (44.8%) | 288 (55.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Catoosa County
Average fertility rate in Catoosa County is 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 45.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 13.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 32.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 121 (23.2%) | 44.0 |
| High School Diploma | 145 (27.8%) | 43.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 167 (32.0%) | 31.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34 (6.5%) | 13.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 55 (10.5%) | 45.0 |
| Total | 522 (100.0%) | 34.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Catoosa County
55.2% of women with births in Catoosa County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 81.4% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 46 (38.0%) | 75 (62.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 19 (13.1%) | 126 (86.9%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 136 (81.4%) | 31 (18.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33 (60.0%) | 22 (40.0%) |
| Total | 234 (44.8%) | 288 (55.2%) |
Income in Catoosa County
Income Overview in Catoosa County
Per Capita Income in Catoosa County is $33,515, while median incomes of families and households are $79,712 and $68,896 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 68,052 | $33,515 |
| Median Family Income | 18,501 | $79,712 |
| Mean Family Income | 18,501 | $97,278 |
| Median Household Income | 25,775 | $68,896 |
| Mean Household Income | 25,775 | $86,080 |
| Income Deficit | 18,501 | $14,725 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 68,052 | 25.85% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 68,052 | 74.15¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 68,052 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Catoosa County
Average Earnings in Catoosa County are $38,624, $44,164 for men and $32,748 for women, a difference of 25.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 18,755 (52.6%) | $44,164 |
| Female | 16,920 (47.4%) | $32,748 |
| Total | 35,675 (100.0%) | $38,624 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Catoosa County
The most common earnings brackets in Catoosa County are $100,000+ for men (2,557 | 13.6%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (1,504 | 8.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 832 (4.4%) | 935 (5.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 352 (1.9%) | 321 (1.9%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 464 (2.5%) | 690 (4.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 293 (1.6%) | 512 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 487 (2.6%) | 640 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 269 (1.4%) | 509 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 223 (1.2%) | 552 (3.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 450 (2.4%) | 493 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 330 (1.8%) | 554 (3.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 866 (4.6%) | 1,229 (7.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,053 (5.6%) | 1,473 (8.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 1,397 (7.4%) | 1,142 (6.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1,465 (7.8%) | 1,064 (6.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 1,034 (5.5%) | 918 (5.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 859 (4.6%) | 891 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 875 (4.7%) | 545 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,567 (8.4%) | 1,504 (8.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 1,217 (6.5%) | 987 (5.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,165 (11.5%) | 970 (5.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 2,557 (13.6%) | 991 (5.9%) |
| Total | 18,755 (100.0%) | 16,920 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Catoosa County
Average earnings in Catoosa County are $50,558 for men and $37,021 for women, a difference of 26.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,766, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,397. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,437, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,233.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,397 | $23,233 |
| High School Diploma | $40,951 | $32,751 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,011 | $32,552 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,730 | $51,439 |
| Graduate Degree | $83,766 | $65,437 |
| Total | $50,558 | $37,021 |
Family Income in Catoosa County
Family Income Brackets in Catoosa County
According to the Catoosa County family income data, there are 4,052 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 56 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 740 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 56 | 0.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 611 | 3.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,110 | 6.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,738 | 14.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,201 | 17.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,034 | 16.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,052 | 21.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,369 | 7.4% |
| $200,000+ | 1,610 | 8.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Catoosa County
7+ person families (145 | 0.8%) account for the highest median family income in Catoosa County with $147,788 per family, while 2-person families (8,889 | 48.0%) have the highest median income of $36,306 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 8,889 (48.0%) | $72,613 |
| 3-Person Families | 4,490 (24.3%) | $82,767 |
| 4-Person Families | 3,032 (16.4%) | $94,167 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,153 (6.2%) | $99,070 |
| 6-Person Families | 792 (4.3%) | $93,458 |
| 7+ Person Families | 145 (0.8%) | $147,788 |
| Total | 18,501 (100.0%) | $79,712 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Catoosa County
The median family income in Catoosa County is $79,712, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,155) having the highest median family income of $148,673, while families with no earners (3,172) have the lowest median family income of $44,542, accounting for 11.7% and 17.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 3,172 (17.2%) | $44,542 |
| 1 Earner | 6,104 (33.0%) | $59,949 |
| 2 Earners | 7,070 (38.2%) | $100,405 |
| 3+ Earners | 2,155 (11.7%) | $148,673 |
| Total | 18,501 (100.0%) | $79,712 |
Household Income in Catoosa County
Household Income Brackets in Catoosa County
With 4,640 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Catoosa County, accounting for 18.0% of all households. In contrast, only 825 households (3.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,083 | 4.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 825 | 3.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,701 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,010 | 7.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,789 | 14.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,614 | 17.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,737 | 14.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,640 | 18.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,624 | 6.3% |
| $200,000+ | 1,727 | 6.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Catoosa County
The median household income in Catoosa County is $68,896, with the highest median household income of $99,812 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 9,323 households (36.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,197, with 737 households (2.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 737 (2.9%) | $45,197 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 7,900 (30.6%) | $69,885 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 9,323 (36.2%) | $99,812 |
| 65+ Years | 7,815 (30.3%) | $45,230 |
| Total | 25,775 (100.0%) | $68,896 |
Poverty in Catoosa County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Catoosa County
With 7.2% poverty level for males and 10.6% for females among the residents of Catoosa County, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 98 males (28.6%) and 400 females (23.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 396 (22.2%) | 400 (23.2%) |
| 5 Years | 98 (28.6%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 194 (8.0%) | 362 (16.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 214 (12.4%) | 116 (8.9%) |
| 15 Years | 33 (8.4%) | 21 (3.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 52 (4.3%) | 28 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 205 (7.4%) | 379 (15.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 210 (5.1%) | 559 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 151 (3.6%) | 336 (7.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 198 (4.4%) | 325 (7.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 336 (8.0%) | 485 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 152 (4.5%) | 306 (8.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 140 (7.0%) | 290 (10.0%) |
| Total | 2,379 (7.2%) | 3,633 (10.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Catoosa County
According to the poverty statistics in Catoosa County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.4% of males and 96.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,385 (77.8%) | 1,321 (76.8%) |
| 5 Years | 244 (71.4%) | 494 (95.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 2,222 (92.0%) | 1,829 (83.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,511 (87.6%) | 1,189 (91.1%) |
| 15 Years | 358 (91.6%) | 659 (96.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1,161 (95.7%) | 700 (96.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,550 (92.6%) | 2,057 (84.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,899 (94.9%) | 3,762 (87.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,055 (96.4%) | 4,181 (92.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,277 (95.6%) | 4,204 (92.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,884 (92.0%) | 4,139 (89.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,185 (95.5%) | 3,544 (92.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,858 (93.0%) | 2,626 (90.0%) |
| Total | 30,589 (92.8%) | 30,705 (89.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Catoosa County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Catoosa County show that 2.5% or 362 of the total 14,218 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 57.5%, comprising of 23 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.0%, which includes 172 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 8,417 (98.0%) | 172 (2.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4,629 (97.2%) | 133 (2.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 793 (95.9%) | 34 (4.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 17 (42.5%) | 23 (57.5%) |
| Total | 13,856 (97.5%) | 362 (2.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Catoosa County
According to the poverty data in Catoosa County, 15.6% or 166 single-father households and 24.0% or 771 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 346 households (62.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 57 (9.6%) | 109 (7.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 87 (19.3%) | 316 (25.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 22 (100.0%) | 346 (62.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 166 (15.6%) | 771 (24.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Catoosa County
The poverty data for Catoosa County shows that 362 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 937 of the single-parent households (21.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (57.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 368 household (64.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 172 (2.0%) | 166 (8.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 133 (2.8%) | 403 (23.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 34 (4.1%) | 368 (64.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 23 (57.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 362 (2.5%) | 937 (21.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Catoosa County
Employment by Class of Employer in Catoosa County
Among the 32,259 employed individuals in Catoosa County, private company employees (23,201 | 71.9%), local government employees (2,848 | 8.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (2,068 | 6.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 23,201 | 71.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 933 | 2.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 2,068 | 6.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,927 | 6.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 2,848 | 8.8% |
| State Government Employees | 572 | 1.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 672 | 2.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 38 | 0.1% |
| Total | 32,259 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Catoosa County
According to the labor force statistics for Catoosa County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (54,727), 62.1% or 33,985 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 1,257 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.1% or 3,741 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.0% or 50 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,327 (38.4%) | 127 (9.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,810 (75.1%) | 298 (10.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 3,741 (88.1%) | 153 (4.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 3,593 (84.5%) | 187 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7,198 (82.0%) | 158 (2.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7,308 (81.0%) | 197 (2.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 3,459 (77.5%) | 52 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,606 (58.6%) | 36 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,544 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 419 (8.2%) | 50 (12.0%) |
| Total | 33,985 (62.1%) | 1,257 (3.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Catoosa County
According to labor force statistics for Catoosa County, 79.3% of individuals (27,920) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (35,208) are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 782 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 87.7% or 7,967 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.6% or 212 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2,211 (64.0%) | 332 (9.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 8,002 (77.4%) | 434 (4.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 9,730 (78.9%) | 234 (1.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 7,967 (87.7%) | 55 (0.6%) |
| Total | 27,920 (79.3%) | 986 (2.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Catoosa County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Catoosa County are Community & Social Service (3,351 | 10.2%), Management (2,928 | 9.0%), Education Instruction & Library (2,283 | 7.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,912 | 5.9%), and Business & Financial (1,561 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Catoosa County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (83.8%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (76.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.6%), Health Technologists (78.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (76.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,664 (56.8%) | 1,264 (43.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 583 (37.3%) | 978 (62.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,162 (83.8%) | 225 (16.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 470 (74.7%) | 159 (25.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 621 (93.4%) | 44 (6.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 71 (76.3%) | 22 (23.7%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,114 (33.2%) | 2,237 (66.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 279 (58.4%) | 199 (41.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 83 (30.1%) | 193 (69.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 548 (24.0%) | 1,735 (76.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 204 (65.0%) | 110 (35.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 389 (20.3%) | 1,523 (79.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 295 (21.1%) | 1,100 (78.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,912 (44.1%) | 6,227 (55.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 17,113 (52.3%) | 15,576 (47.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Catoosa County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,929 | 5.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (949 | 2.9%), Healthcare Support (827 | 2.5%), Personal Care & Service (558 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (468 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Catoosa County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (95.8%), Security & Protection (84.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (54.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (87.6%), Healthcare Support (84.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (65.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 129 (15.6%) | 698 (84.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 396 (84.6%) | 72 (15.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 58 (50.4%) | 57 (49.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 338 (95.8%) | 15 (4.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 664 (34.4%) | 1,265 (65.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 519 (54.7%) | 430 (45.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 69 (12.4%) | 489 (87.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,777 (37.6%) | 2,954 (62.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 17,113 (52.3%) | 15,576 (47.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Catoosa County are Office & Administration (4,299 | 13.2%), and Sales & Related (3,843 | 11.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,988 (51.7%) | 1,855 (48.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 1,252 (29.1%) | 3,047 (70.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,240 (39.8%) | 4,902 (60.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 17,113 (52.3%) | 15,576 (47.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Catoosa County are Construction & Extraction (2,028 | 6.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,230 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (71 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 66 (93.0%) | 5 (7.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,921 (94.7%) | 107 (5.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1,204 (97.9%) | 26 (2.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,191 (95.9%) | 138 (4.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 17,113 (52.3%) | 15,576 (47.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Catoosa County are Production (2,270 | 6.9%), Transportation (1,702 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (1,376 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,436 (63.3%) | 834 (36.7%) |
| Transportation | 1,483 (87.1%) | 219 (12.9%) |
| Material Moving | 1,074 (78.0%) | 302 (22.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,993 (74.7%) | 1,355 (25.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 17,113 (52.3%) | 15,576 (47.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Catoosa County
Employment Industries in Catoosa County
The major employment industries in Catoosa County include Manufacturing (4,873 | 14.9%), Retail Trade (4,233 | 13.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,618 | 11.1%), Educational Services (2,998 | 9.2%), and Construction (2,937 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Catoosa County
The Catoosa County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (89.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (84.4%), Educational Services (75.8%), and Finance & Insurance (65.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 186 (89.9%) | 21 (10.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 2,468 (84.0%) | 469 (16.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 3,462 (71.0%) | 1,411 (29.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 615 (85.9%) | 101 (14.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 2,027 (47.9%) | 2,206 (52.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,419 (68.7%) | 647 (31.3%) |
| Utilities | 283 (65.7%) | 148 (34.3%) |
| Information | 245 (77.5%) | 71 (22.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 558 (34.5%) | 1,060 (65.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 329 (62.2%) | 200 (37.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 653 (49.4%) | 668 (50.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 631 (45.9%) | 745 (54.1%) |
| Educational Services | 724 (24.1%) | 2,274 (75.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 563 (15.6%) | 3,055 (84.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 358 (71.5%) | 143 (28.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 890 (37.3%) | 1,494 (62.7%) |
| Public Administration | 633 (74.7%) | 215 (25.4%) |
| Total | 17,113 (52.3%) | 15,576 (47.6%) |
Education in Catoosa County
School Enrollment in Catoosa County
The most common levels of schooling among the 15,882 students in Catoosa County are high school (4,198 | 26.4%), middle school (3,698 | 23.3%), and elementary school (3,355 | 21.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 1,067 | 6.7% |
| Kindergarten | 629 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 3,355 | 21.1% |
| Middle School | 3,698 | 23.3% |
| High School | 4,198 | 26.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,234 | 14.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 701 | 4.4% |
| Total | 15,882 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Catoosa County
Out of a total of 15,882 students who are enrolled in schools in Catoosa County, 1,858 (11.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 14,024 (88.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 192 (29.3% 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 1,130 (97.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 730 (91.7%) | 66 (8.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 3,180 (85.8%) | 525 (14.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 4,232 (90.2%) | 457 (9.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 2,732 (92.3%) | 227 (7.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,130 (97.7%) | 27 (2.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 896 (89.7%) | 103 (10.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 463 (70.7%) | 192 (29.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 659 (71.5%) | 263 (28.5%) |
| Total | 14,024 (88.3%) | 1,858 (11.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Catoosa County
Business (2,640 | 22.9%), education (1,940 | 16.8%), science & technology (1,108 | 9.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (964 | 8.4%), and liberal arts & history (916 | 8.0%) are the most common fields of study among 11,518 individuals in Catoosa County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 322 | 2.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 964 | 8.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 201 | 1.8% |
| Psychology | 584 | 5.1% |
| Social Sciences | 502 | 4.4% |
| Engineering | 747 | 6.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 46 | 0.4% |
| Science & Technology | 1,108 | 9.6% |
| Business | 2,640 | 22.9% |
| Education | 1,940 | 16.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 190 | 1.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 916 | 8.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 443 | 3.8% |
| Communications | 256 | 2.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 659 | 5.7% |
| Total | 11,518 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Catoosa County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Catoosa County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Catoosa County are males with 2 vehicles (6,655, accounting for 39.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,501, making up 43.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 138 (0.8%) | 82 (0.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,225 (13.2%) | 2,877 (18.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 6,655 (39.6%) | 5,501 (35.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 4,822 (28.7%) | 3,718 (24.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,912 (11.4%) | 1,675 (10.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1,068 (6.4%) | 1,547 (10.1%) |
| Total | 16,820 (100.0%) | 15,400 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Catoosa County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Catoosa County are 20 to 24 minutes (5,805 commuters, 19.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (5,521 commuters, 18.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (4,430 commuters, 14.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 312 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,132 | 7.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,478 | 11.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 4,430 | 14.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 5,805 | 19.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 4,212 | 14.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 5,521 | 18.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 811 | 2.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 926 | 3.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,227 | 4.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 820 | 2.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 435 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Catoosa County
The most common commute times in Catoosa County are 30 to 34 minutes (3,770 commuters, 23.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (3,134 commuters, 22.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 130 (0.8%) | 182 (1.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 995 (6.2%) | 1,137 (8.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,678 (10.4%) | 1,800 (12.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,280 (14.1%) | 2,150 (15.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,671 (16.6%) | 3,134 (22.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 2,199 (13.6%) | 2,013 (14.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 3,770 (23.4%) | 1,751 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 417 (2.6%) | 394 (2.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 500 (3.1%) | 426 (3.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 662 (4.1%) | 565 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 547 (3.4%) | 273 (1.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 276 (1.7%) | 159 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Catoosa County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Catoosa County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,889, 17.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (3,153, 22.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 894 (5.5%) | 351 (2.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 676 (4.2%) | 184 (1.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,095 (6.8%) | 637 (4.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,781 (11.0%) | 884 (6.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,649 (10.2%) | 1,573 (11.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 2,889 (17.9%) | 3,153 (22.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,822 (11.3%) | 1,587 (11.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,239 (7.7%) | 1,638 (11.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 801 (5.0%) | 609 (4.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 578 (3.6%) | 936 (6.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 354 (2.2%) | 477 (3.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 285 (1.8%) | 107 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 820 (5.1%) | 1,210 (8.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,242 (7.7%) | 638 (4.6%) |
| Total | 16,125 (100.0%) | 13,984 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Catoosa County
Occupancy by Ownership in Catoosa County
Of the total 25,775 dwellings in Catoosa County, owner-occupied units account for 19,308 (74.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,467 (25.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 19,308 | 74.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 6,467 | 25.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 25,775 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Catoosa County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 5,960 | 23.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 9,315 | 36.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 5,011 | 19.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 5,489 | 21.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 25,775 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Catoosa County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,783 (63.5%) | 2,177 (36.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 7,546 (81.0%) | 1,769 (19.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 3,951 (78.8%) | 1,060 (21.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,028 (73.4%) | 1,461 (26.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 19,308 (74.9%) | 6,467 (25.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Catoosa County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,279 (55.7%) | 1,019 (44.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 5,382 (71.9%) | 2,101 (28.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 7,092 (75.8%) | 2,263 (24.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,555 (83.7%) | 1,084 (16.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Catoosa County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 4,447 | 17.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,190 | 16.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,489 | 17.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,834 | 18.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,578 | 17.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,339 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 898 | 3.5% |
| Total | 25,775 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Catoosa County
Median Income by Occupancy in Catoosa County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 19,308 (74.9%) | $80,027 |
| Renter-Occupied | 6,467 (25.1%) | $42,339 |
| Average | 25,775 (100.0%) | $68,896 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Catoosa County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 429 (2.2%) | 274 (4.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 226 (1.2%) | 162 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 471 (2.4%) | 358 (5.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 418 (2.2%) | 458 (7.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 450 (2.3%) | 374 (5.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,060 (5.5%) | 961 (14.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,505 (13.0%) | 1,274 (19.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,264 (16.9%) | 1,352 (20.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,192 (16.5%) | 548 (8.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,086 (21.2%) | 563 (8.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 3,207 (16.6%) | 143 (2.2%) |
| Total | 19,308 (100.0%) | 6,467 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Catoosa County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 2,219 (11.5%) | 84 (1.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,886 (14.9%) | 262 (4.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,558 (13.3%) | 1,646 (25.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,536 (8.0%) | 2,011 (31.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 6,017 (31.2%) | 1,546 (23.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 2,179 (11.3%) | 382 (5.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 902 (4.7%) | 93 (1.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 401 (2.1%) | 46 (0.7%) |
| $3,000 or more | 610 (3.2%) | 13 (0.2%) |
| Total | 19,308 (100.0%) | 6,467 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Catoosa County
Housing Structures in Catoosa County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 19,014 | 73.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 914 | 3.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 899 | 3.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,226 | 4.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 599 | 2.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 761 | 2.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,362 | 9.2% |
| Total | 25,775 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Catoosa County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 16,806 (88.4%) | 2,208 (11.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 760 (83.2%) | 154 (16.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 263 (29.2%) | 636 (70.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 88 (7.2%) | 1,138 (92.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 599 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 761 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,391 (58.9%) | 971 (41.1%) |
| Total | 19,308 (74.9%) | 6,467 (25.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Catoosa County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 43 (0.2%) | 394 (6.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 335 (1.7%) | 1,308 (20.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 5,377 (27.9%) | 3,301 (51.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 8,005 (41.5%) | 1,110 (17.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 5,548 (28.7%) | 354 (5.5%) |
| Total | 19,308 (100.0%) | 6,467 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Catoosa County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,494 (18.1%) | 524 (8.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 769 (4.0%) | 81 (1.3%) |
| Electricity | 14,802 (76.7%) | 5,678 (87.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 12 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 120 (0.6%) | 105 (1.6%) |
| No Fuel Used | 111 (0.6%) | 79 (1.2%) |
| Total | 19,308 (100.0%) | 6,467 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Catoosa County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 399 (2.1%) | 688 (10.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 4,023 (20.8%) | 2,849 (44.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 8,210 (42.5%) | 2,008 (31.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 6,676 (34.6%) | 922 (14.3%) |
| Total | 19,308 (100.0%) | 6,467 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Catoosa County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Catoosa County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 7,032 | 12,276 |
| Median Property Value | $170,000 | $200,300 |
| Median Household Income | $58,596 | $2,530 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $390 | $592 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,046 | $363 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Catoosa County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 787 (11.2%) | 509 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 944 (13.4%) | 854 (7.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 3,889 (55.3%) | 8,277 (67.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 985 (14.0%) | 2,121 (17.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 341 (4.9%) | 271 (2.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 215 (1.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 86 (1.2%) | 29 (0.2%) |
| Total | 7,032 (100.0%) | 12,276 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Catoosa County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 329 (4.7%) | 106 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 873 (12.4%) | 326 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 710 (10.1%) | 466 (3.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,212 (17.2%) | 350 (2.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,276 (18.1%) | 1,293 (10.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 786 (11.2%) | 1,988 (16.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,169 (16.6%) | 2,406 (19.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 677 (9.6%) | 2,917 (23.8%) |
| Total | 7,032 (100.0%) | 12,276 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Catoosa County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,426 (34.5%) | 95,399 (777.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,207 (17.2%) | 5,193 (42.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 778 (11.1%) | 2,828 (23.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,590 (36.8%) | 1,825 (14.9%) |
| Total | 7,032 (100.0%) | 12,276 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Catoosa County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,648 (37.7%) | 5 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,473 (20.9%) | 1,892 (15.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,156 (30.7%) | 3,974 (32.4%) |
| Total | 7,032 (100.0%) | 12,276 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Catoosa County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Catoosa County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 4,169 (95.1%) | 215 (4.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 10,991 (92.8%) | 849 (7.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 4,244 (78.9%) | 1,134 (21.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 5,377 (73.6%) | 1,929 (26.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7,349 (84.6%) | 1,338 (15.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 8,129 (90.3%) | 875 (9.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7,868 (89.0%) | 976 (11.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,175 (99.8%) | 12 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 4,914 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 60,216 (89.1%) | 7,328 (10.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Catoosa County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 4,169 (95.1%) | 215 (4.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 10,991 (92.8%) | 849 (7.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 4,244 (78.9%) | 1,134 (21.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Catoosa County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,110 (85.7%) | 854 (14.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 11,574 (87.1%) | 1,711 (12.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9,992 (86.5%) | 1,563 (13.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9,793 (88.4%) | 1,279 (11.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 23,687 (92.5%) | 1,915 (7.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Catoosa County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 2,036 (46.4%) | 2,278 (52.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,904 (33.0%) | 7,572 (63.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 353 (6.6%) | 3,918 (72.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,067 (14.6%) | 4,541 (62.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,151 (13.3%) | 6,590 (75.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 714 (7.9%) | 7,592 (84.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,815 (20.5%) | 6,733 (76.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7,009 (97.5%) | 4,553 (63.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,873 (99.2%) | 3,026 (61.6%) |
| Total | 22,922 (33.9%) | 46,803 (69.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Catoosa County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 593 (9.6%) | 350 (6.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 675 (9.8%) | 806 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,631 (12.7%) | 2,750 (20.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,062 (31.8%) | 1,184 (30.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,000 (50.0%) | 1,526 (52.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Catoosa County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 60 (0.9%) | 119 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 424 (3.3%) | 470 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 436 (13.1%) | 332 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 636 (31.8%) | 700 (24.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 80 (1.3%) | 96 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 86 (1.3%) | 12 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 308 (2.4%) | 465 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 252 (7.5%) | 189 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 52 (2.6%) | 255 (8.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 541 (8.8%) | 327 (5.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 391 (5.7%) | 486 (7.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 499 (3.9%) | 1,099 (8.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 203 (6.1%) | 311 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 197 (9.9%) | 280 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (0.4%) | 23 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 94 (1.4%) | 237 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 918 (7.1%) | 1,819 (13.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 481 (14.4%) | 811 (21.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 669 (33.5%) | 1,120 (38.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 167 (2.4%) | 31 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 216 (1.7%) | 413 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 104 (3.1%) | 158 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 312 (15.6%) | 322 (11.0%) |
Technology Access in Catoosa County
Computing Device Access in Catoosa County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 19,337 | 75.0% |
| Smartphone | 22,644 | 87.8% |
| Tablet | 16,075 | 62.4% |
| No Computing Device | 1,916 | 7.4% |
| Total | 25,775 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Catoosa County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 50 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 18,047 | 70.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 4,172 | 16.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,000 | 3.9% |
| No Internet | 2,995 | 11.6% |
| Total | 25,775 | 100.0% |
Catoosa County Summary
Catoosa County is a county located in the northwestern part of the state of Georgia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 63,942. The county seat is Ringgold. The county was created on December 5, 1853.
Geography
Catoosa County is located in the northwestern part of Georgia, and is bordered by Walker County to the north, Whitfield County to the east, Dade County to the south, and Chattooga County, Alabama to the west. The county has a total area of 246 square miles, of which 244 square miles is land and 2 square miles (0.8%) is water. The county is located in the Ridge and Valley region of the Appalachian Mountains. The main geographic feature of the county is the Tennessee River, which forms the western border of the county.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 63,942 people, 24,845 households, and 17,945 families residing in the county. The population density was 261.2 people per square mile. There were 27,845 housing units at an average density of 114.2 per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 92.2% White, 4.2% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Economy
Catoosa County is home to a variety of industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The county is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Shaw Industries, Mohawk Industries, and Wacker Polysilicon. Agriculture is also an important part of the county's economy, with the main crops being corn, soybeans, and cotton. Tourism is also an important part of the county's economy, with the county being home to several attractions, including the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, Rock City, and Ruby Falls.
Conclusion
Catoosa County is a county located in the northwestern part of the state of Georgia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 63,942. The county is home to a variety of industries, including manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. The main geographic feature of the county is the Tennessee River, which forms the western border of the county. The racial makeup of the county was 92.2% White, 4.2% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Catoosa County is an important part of the state of Georgia, and its economy is an important part of the state's economy.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Catoosa County?
Total Population of Catoosa County is 68,052.
What is the Total Male Population of Catoosa County?
Total Male Population of Catoosa County is 33,371.
What is the Total Female Population of Catoosa County?
Total Female Population of Catoosa County is 34,681.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Catoosa County?
There are 96.22 Males per 100 Females in Catoosa County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Catoosa County?
There are 103.93 Females per 100 Males in Catoosa County.
What is the Median Population Age in Catoosa County?
Median Population Age in Catoosa County is 40.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Catoosa County
Average Family Size in Catoosa County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Catoosa County
Average Household Size in Catoosa County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Catoosa County?
Per Capita income in Catoosa County is $33,515.
What is the Median Family Income in Catoosa County?
Median Family Income in Catoosa County is $79,712.
What is the Median Household income in Catoosa County?
Median Household Income in Catoosa County is $68,896.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Catoosa County?
Income or Wage Gap in Catoosa County is 25.8%.
Women in Catoosa County earn 74.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Catoosa County?
Family Income Deficit in Catoosa County is $14,725.
Families that are below poverty line in Catoosa County earn $14,725 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Catoosa County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Catoosa County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Catoosa County?
There are 33,985 People in the Labor Forcein in Catoosa County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Catoosa County?
62.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Catoosa County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Catoosa County?
Unemployment Rate in Catoosa County is 3.7%.