Chatham County, GA

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Chatham County Overview

296,266
TOTAL POPULATION
142,685
MALE POPULATION
153,581
FEMALE POPULATION
92.91
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,637
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,441
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,171
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
17.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
82.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,048
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
155,625
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chatham County Area Codes

Race in Chatham County

The most populous races in Chatham County are White / Caucasian (145,541 | 49.1%), Black / African American (119,042 | 40.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (20,098 | 6.8%).
Race in Chatham County
Race# Population% Population
Asian8,6182.9%
Black / African American119,04240.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific4180.1%
Hispanic or Latino20,0986.8%
Native / Alaskan6680.2%
White / Caucasian145,54149.1%
Two or more Races14,8115.0%
Some other Race7,1682.4%
Total296,266100.0%

Ancestry in Chatham County

The most populous ancestries reported in Chatham County are Irish (27,754 | 9.4%), English (26,122 | 8.8%), German (24,177 | 8.2%), American (13,779 | 4.6%), and Italian (9,062 | 3.1%), together accounting for 34.1% of all Chatham County residents.
Ancestry in Chatham County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African3,2361.1%
Alsatian120.0%
American13,7794.6%
Apache700.0%
Arab1,0650.4%
Argentinean2230.1%
Armenian720.0%
Australian680.0%
Austrian4930.2%
Bahamian1720.1%
Bangladeshi210.0%
Barbadian1550.1%
Basque200.0%
Belgian920.0%
Belizean1740.1%
Bhutanese5440.2%
Blackfeet510.0%
Bolivian220.0%
Brazilian2300.1%
British1,6660.6%
British West Indian950.0%
Bulgarian220.0%
Burmese1,0450.4%
Cajun560.0%
Canadian4380.2%
Cape Verdean270.0%
Celtic110.0%
Central American2,7910.9%
Central American Indian2190.1%
Cherokee6510.2%
Cheyenne220.0%
Chickasaw140.0%
Chilean230.0%
Chippewa650.0%
Choctaw660.0%
Colombian4130.1%
Costa Rican220.0%
Cree40.0%
Creek300.0%
Croatian1750.1%
Crow60.0%
Cuban1,3800.5%
Cypriot100.0%
Czech5360.2%
Czechoslovakian1440.1%
Danish4500.2%
Dominican3890.1%
Dutch1,7670.6%
Eastern European6900.2%
Ecuadorian690.0%
Egyptian1000.0%
English26,1228.8%
Estonian270.0%
Ethiopian200.0%
European3,3671.1%
Filipino460.0%
Finnish4470.2%
French4,4311.5%
French Canadian1,2060.4%
German24,1778.2%
German Russian1380.1%
Ghanaian690.0%
Greek6350.2%
Guamanian / Chamorro830.0%
Guatemalan7890.3%
Guyanese2240.1%
Haitian5000.2%
Honduran1,2150.4%
Hungarian9110.3%
Indian (Asian)2,8110.9%
Indonesian1460.1%
Inupiat30.0%
Iranian3080.1%
Irish27,7549.4%
Iroquois340.0%
Israeli390.0%
Italian9,0623.1%
Jamaican1,4510.5%
Japanese780.0%
Kenyan650.0%
Korean1,8670.6%
Laotian730.0%
Latvian1120.0%
Lebanese6650.2%
Liberian250.0%
Lithuanian7510.3%
Macedonian20.0%
Malaysian3130.1%
Maltese320.0%
Menominee80.0%
Mexican7,5992.6%
Mexican American Indian400.0%
Mongolian550.0%
Moroccan230.0%
Native Hawaiian1080.0%
Navajo750.0%
Nicaraguan1550.1%
Nigerian5140.2%
Northern European2690.1%
Norwegian6850.2%
Pakistani4070.1%
Palestinian390.0%
Panamanian4050.1%
Pennsylvania German310.0%
Peruvian970.0%
Polish3,8731.3%
Portuguese6220.2%
Potawatomi470.0%
Pueblo90.0%
Puerto Rican5,1411.7%
Puget Sound Salish10.0%
Romanian1330.0%
Russian1,2360.4%
Salvadoran2050.1%
Samoan650.0%
Scandinavian8440.3%
Scotch-Irish2,8080.9%
Scottish6,1782.1%
Serbian460.0%
Sioux140.0%
Slavic1300.0%
Slovak1210.0%
Slovene570.0%
Somali3360.1%
South African780.0%
South American1,1270.4%
South American Indian220.0%
Spaniard4560.2%
Spanish4620.2%
Sri Lankan2,2160.7%
Subsaharan African4,5151.5%
Sudanese60.0%
Swedish1,5500.5%
Swiss5170.2%
Syrian260.0%
Thai1,7770.6%
Tongan100.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian730.0%
Turkish580.0%
U.S. Virgin Islander320.0%
Ugandan170.0%
Ukrainian4590.2%
Uruguayan70.0%
Venezuelan2500.1%
Vietnamese40.0%
Welsh1,5540.5%
West Indian4350.2%
Yugoslavian400.0%
Zimbabwean440.0%
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Immigrants in Chatham County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chatham County came from Latin America (9,194 | 3.1%), Asia (7,212 | 2.4%), Central America (5,287 | 1.8%), Mexico (3,758 | 1.3%), and South Eastern Asia (3,414 | 1.1%), together accounting for 9.7% of all Chatham County residents.
Immigrants in Chatham County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1,1750.4%
Argentina430.0%
Asia7,2122.4%
Australia400.0%
Austria730.0%
Azores20.0%
Bahamas1190.0%
Bangladesh40.0%
Barbados620.0%
Belarus510.0%
Belgium500.0%
Belize140.0%
Bolivia110.0%
Brazil4200.1%
Bulgaria90.0%
Cambodia880.0%
Cameroon190.0%
Canada6390.2%
Caribbean2,3320.8%
Central America5,2871.8%
Chile100.0%
China1,4740.5%
Colombia2790.1%
Congo150.0%
Costa Rica180.0%
Croatia530.0%
Cuba4690.2%
Denmark150.0%
Dominica190.0%
Dominican Republic630.0%
Eastern Africa5350.2%
Eastern Asia2,1080.7%
Eastern Europe3690.1%
Ecuador330.0%
Egypt440.0%
El Salvador970.0%
England3290.1%
Ethiopia210.0%
Europe3,2971.1%
France1080.0%
Germany1,5890.5%
Ghana1590.1%
Greece150.0%
Grenada170.0%
Guatemala3890.1%
Guyana3390.1%
Haiti2070.1%
Honduras7130.2%
Hong Kong1300.0%
India1,3220.4%
Indonesia1150.0%
Iran320.0%
Ireland1680.1%
Israel440.0%
Italy600.0%
Jamaica1,0740.4%
Japan640.0%
Kenya2430.1%
Korea5700.2%
Laos2500.1%
Latin America9,1943.1%
Lebanon340.0%
Liberia240.0%
Lithuania190.0%
Malaysia840.0%
Mexico3,7581.3%
Micronesia2650.1%
Middle Africa700.0%
Morocco280.0%
Nepal640.0%
Netherlands510.0%
Nicaragua660.0%
Nigeria560.0%
Northern Africa1300.0%
Northern Europe9660.3%
Norway120.0%
Oceania3170.1%
Pakistan100.0%
Panama1760.1%
Peru740.0%
Philippines1,0750.4%
Portugal20.0%
Romania910.0%
Russia1030.0%
Saudi Arabia830.0%
Scotland1310.0%
Senegal100.0%
Somalia1400.1%
South Africa1140.0%
South America1,5750.5%
South Central Asia1,4360.5%
South Eastern Asia3,4141.1%
Southern Europe770.0%
Sri Lanka40.0%
Sweden480.0%
Switzerland140.0%
Syria260.0%
Taiwan1720.1%
Thailand2300.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1680.1%
Turkey260.0%
Uganda340.0%
Ukraine60.0%
Uruguay730.0%
Venezuela2930.1%
Vietnam1,4960.5%
West Indies310.0%
Western Africa3010.1%
Western Asia2540.1%
Western Europe1,8850.6%
Yemen200.0%
Zaire320.0%
Zimbabwe870.0%
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Sex and Age in Chatham County

Sex and Age in Chatham County

The most populous age groups in Chatham County are 25 to 29 Years (11,995 | 8.4%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (12,119 | 7.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chatham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8,866 (6.2%)8,601 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years8,317 (5.8%)8,165 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years9,136 (6.4%)8,380 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Years9,453 (6.6%)10,168 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years11,335 (7.9%)11,436 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Years11,995 (8.4%)12,119 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years11,216 (7.9%)11,398 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Years9,875 (6.9%)9,765 (6.4%)
40 to 44 Years8,617 (6.0%)9,641 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years7,999 (5.6%)8,627 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years8,328 (5.8%)8,828 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years8,845 (6.2%)9,897 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years7,828 (5.5%)9,423 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years6,910 (4.8%)8,482 (5.5%)
70 to 74 Years5,847 (4.1%)7,344 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years3,710 (2.6%)5,170 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years2,777 (1.9%)2,757 (1.8%)
85 Years and over1,631 (1.1%)3,380 (2.2%)
Total142,685 (100.0%)153,581 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chatham County

Median Family Size in Chatham County

The median family size in Chatham County is 3.08 persons per family, with single female/mother families (18,858 | 26.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (4,588 | 6.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.78 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chatham County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple47,412 (66.9%)3.01
Single Male/Father4,588 (6.5%)2.78
Single Female/Mother18,858 (26.6%)3.34
Total Families70,858 (100.0%)3.08

Median Household Size in Chatham County

The median household size in Chatham County is 2.43 persons per household, with single female/mother households (18,858 | 16.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (46,525 | 39.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chatham County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple47,412 (40.4%)3.05
Single Male/Father4,588 (3.9%)3.17
Single Female/Mother18,858 (16.1%)3.48
Non-family46,525 (39.6%)1.31
Total Households117,383 (100.0%)2.43

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chatham County

Out of a total of 117,383 households in Chatham County, 70,858 (60.4%) are family households, while 46,525 (39.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 35,161, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 36,062.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chatham County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-36,062 (30.7%)
2-Person Households35,161 (29.9%)8,327 (7.1%)
3-Person Households15,773 (13.4%)1,491 (1.3%)
4-Person Households12,239 (10.4%)523 (0.4%)
5-Person Households5,137 (4.4%)74 (0.1%)
6-Person Households1,375 (1.2%)48 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,173 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70,858 (60.4%)46,525 (39.6%)

Female Fertility in Chatham County

Fertility by Age in Chatham County

Average fertility rate in Chatham County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Chatham County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years40 (1.2%)4.0
20 to 34 years2,518 (74.4%)72.0
35 to 50 years828 (24.4%)27.0
Total3,386 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chatham County

57.9% of women with births (3,386) in Chatham County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 77.5% 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 26.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chatham County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years9 (22.5%)31 (77.5%)
20 to 34 years1,337 (53.1%)1,181 (46.9%)
35 to 50 years613 (74.0%)215 (26.0%)
Total1,960 (57.9%)1,426 (42.1%)

Fertility by Education in Chatham County

Average fertility rate in Chatham County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 62.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 35.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chatham County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School349 (10.3%)34.0
High School Diploma527 (15.6%)36.0
College or Associate's Degree1,214 (35.8%)49.0
Bachelor's Degree687 (20.3%)42.0
Graduate Degree609 (18.0%)62.0
Total3,386 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chatham County

42.1% of women with births in Chatham County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 94.9% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 90.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chatham County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School32 (9.2%)317 (90.8%)
High School Diploma242 (45.9%)285 (54.1%)
College or Associate's Degree529 (43.6%)685 (56.4%)
Bachelor's Degree579 (84.3%)108 (15.7%)
Graduate Degree578 (94.9%)31 (5.1%)
Total1,960 (57.9%)1,426 (42.1%)

Income in Chatham County

Income Overview in Chatham County

Per Capita Income in Chatham County is $37,637, while median incomes of families and households are $81,441 and $66,171 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income296,266$37,637
Median Family Income70,858$81,441
Mean Family Income70,858$110,229
Median Household Income117,383$66,171
Mean Household Income117,383$92,238
Income Deficit70,858$12,048
Wage / Income Gap (%)296,26617.30%
Wage / Income Gap ($)296,26682.70¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index296,2660.48

Earnings by Sex in Chatham County

Average Earnings in Chatham County are $35,235, $39,241 for men and $32,453 for women, a difference of 17.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Chatham County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male82,150 (50.2%)$39,241
Female81,406 (49.8%)$32,453
Total163,556 (100.0%)$35,235

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chatham County

The most common earnings brackets in Chatham County are $100,000+ for men (11,464 | 14.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (6,197 | 7.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chatham County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,961 (4.8%)5,257 (6.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9991,956 (2.4%)3,788 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,372 (2.9%)3,778 (4.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9992,040 (2.5%)2,821 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4992,634 (3.2%)2,345 (2.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9992,188 (2.7%)2,469 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,920 (2.3%)2,656 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9992,259 (2.8%)2,510 (3.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,578 (3.1%)2,979 (3.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,341 (2.9%)3,383 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9997,144 (8.7%)6,197 (7.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9995,939 (7.2%)5,734 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9994,173 (5.1%)5,294 (6.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9993,640 (4.4%)4,520 (5.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9993,683 (4.5%)3,740 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9992,935 (3.6%)3,113 (3.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9996,022 (7.3%)6,158 (7.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9994,144 (5.0%)3,740 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9998,757 (10.7%)5,508 (6.8%)
$100,000+11,464 (14.0%)5,416 (6.7%)
Total82,150 (100.0%)81,406 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chatham County

Average earnings in Chatham County are $46,194 for men and $37,647 for women, a difference of 18.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,656, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $27,083. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,599, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,190.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chatham County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$27,083$25,190
High School Diploma$35,452$27,644
College or Associate's Degree$47,350$31,924
Bachelor's Degree$62,364$48,168
Graduate Degree$84,656$58,599
Total$46,194$37,647

Family Income in Chatham County

Family Income Brackets in Chatham County

According to the Chatham County family income data, there are 13,888 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,417 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Chatham County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,9764.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991,4172.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993,1894.5%
$25,000 to $34,9994,8186.8%
$35,000 to $49,9998,00711.3%
$50,000 to $74,99911,76216.6%
$75,000 to $99,99910,55814.9%
$100,000 to $149,99913,88819.6%
$150,000 to $199,9996,8029.6%
$200,000+7,36910.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chatham County

6-person families (1,127 | 1.6%) account for the highest median family income in Chatham County with $110,078 per family, while 2-person families (37,430 | 52.8%) have the highest median income of $38,924 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chatham County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families37,430 (52.8%)$77,848
3-Person Families15,055 (21.2%)$81,355
4-Person Families11,344 (16.0%)$98,725
5-Person Families4,913 (6.9%)$88,399
6-Person Families1,127 (1.6%)$110,078
7+ Person Families989 (1.4%)$91,641
Total70,858 (100.0%)$81,441

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chatham County

The median family income in Chatham County is $81,441, with families comprising 3+ earners (6,416) having the highest median family income of $130,433, while families with no earners (11,285) have the lowest median family income of $50,629, accounting for 9.0% and 15.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Chatham County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners11,285 (15.9%)$50,629
1 Earner23,007 (32.5%)$56,294
2 Earners30,150 (42.5%)$102,387
3+ Earners6,416 (9.0%)$130,433
Total70,858 (100.0%)$81,441

Household Income in Chatham County

Household Income Brackets in Chatham County

With 21,012 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Chatham County, accounting for 17.9% of all households. In contrast, only 4,343 households (3.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Chatham County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006,8085.8%
$10,000 to $14,9994,3433.7%
$15,000 to $24,9998,5697.3%
$25,000 to $34,99910,3308.8%
$35,000 to $49,99914,55512.4%
$50,000 to $74,99921,01217.9%
$75,000 to $99,99914,90812.7%
$100,000 to $149,99919,48616.6%
$150,000 to $199,9998,4527.2%
$200,000+8,9217.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chatham County

The median household income in Chatham County is $66,171, with the highest median household income of $76,982 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 40,415 households (34.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,564, with 6,256 households (5.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chatham County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6,256 (5.3%)$33,564
25 to 44 Years40,331 (34.4%)$68,142
45 to 64 Years40,415 (34.4%)$76,982
65+ Years30,381 (25.9%)$58,737
Total117,383 (100.0%)$66,171

Poverty in Chatham County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chatham County

With 12.8% poverty level for males and 15.0% for females among the residents of Chatham County, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 367 males (26.3%) and 603 females (30.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chatham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,893 (21.4%)1,781 (21.1%)
5 Years367 (26.3%)420 (18.1%)
6 to 11 Years2,043 (20.1%)1,757 (20.0%)
12 to 14 Years1,087 (19.7%)997 (19.5%)
15 Years416 (22.0%)603 (30.3%)
16 and 17 Years438 (14.5%)506 (16.4%)
18 to 24 Years3,336 (24.6%)3,716 (28.3%)
25 to 34 Years1,976 (8.8%)3,735 (16.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,506 (8.6%)2,437 (12.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,127 (7.2%)1,710 (9.8%)
55 to 64 Years1,610 (9.9%)2,238 (11.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,170 (9.4%)1,382 (8.9%)
75 Years and over521 (6.6%)1,099 (10.2%)
Total17,490 (12.8%)22,381 (15.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chatham County

According to the poverty statistics in Chatham County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.4% of males and 91.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chatham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6,963 (78.6%)6,661 (78.9%)
5 Years1,028 (73.7%)1,902 (81.9%)
6 to 11 Years8,146 (79.9%)7,023 (80.0%)
12 to 14 Years4,424 (80.3%)4,111 (80.5%)
15 Years1,473 (78.0%)1,389 (69.7%)
16 and 17 Years2,578 (85.5%)2,589 (83.7%)
18 to 24 Years10,206 (75.4%)9,427 (71.7%)
25 to 34 Years20,398 (91.2%)19,653 (84.0%)
35 to 44 Years15,937 (91.4%)16,911 (87.4%)
45 to 54 Years14,616 (92.8%)15,684 (90.2%)
55 to 64 Years14,601 (90.1%)17,017 (88.4%)
65 to 74 Years11,288 (90.6%)14,216 (91.1%)
75 Years and over7,402 (93.4%)9,699 (89.8%)
Total119,060 (87.2%)126,282 (85.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chatham County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chatham County show that 3.9% or 1,828 of the total 47,412 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.4%, comprising of 258 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chatham County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children29,733 (96.6%)1,042 (3.4%)
1 or 2 Children13,340 (96.2%)528 (3.8%)
3 or 4 Children2,233 (89.6%)258 (10.4%)
5 or more Children278 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total45,584 (96.1%)1,828 (3.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chatham County

According to the poverty data in Chatham County, 11.4% or 524 single-father households and 23.2% or 4,383 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 26 households (15.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 189 households (79.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chatham County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children340 (14.0%)500 (6.7%)
1 or 2 Children158 (8.1%)2,693 (29.4%)
3 or 4 Children26 (15.2%)1,001 (50.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)189 (79.7%)
Total524 (11.4%)4,383 (23.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chatham County

The poverty data for Chatham County shows that 1,828 of the married-couple family households (3.9%) and 4,907 of the single-parent households (20.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 258 households (10.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 189 household (67.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chatham County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,042 (3.4%)840 (8.5%)
1 or 2 Children528 (3.8%)2,851 (25.7%)
3 or 4 Children258 (10.4%)1,027 (47.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)189 (67.5%)
Total1,828 (3.9%)4,907 (20.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Chatham County

Employment by Class of Employer in Chatham County

Among the 143,265 employed individuals in Chatham County, private company employees (93,803 | 65.5%), not-for-profit organizations (10,846 | 7.6%), and local government employees (10,753 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chatham County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees93,80365.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)7,0855.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7,7785.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations10,8467.6%
Local Government Employees10,7537.5%
State Government Employees5,9154.1%
Federal Government Employees6,8004.8%
Unpaid Family Workers2850.2%
Total143,265100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chatham County

According to the labor force statistics for Chatham County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (240,905), 64.6% or 155,625 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 9,804 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 85.1% or 20,521 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.7% or 1,432 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chatham County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6,919 (44.0%)1,432 (20.7%)
20 to 24 Years16,759 (73.6%)1,994 (11.9%)
25 to 29 Years20,521 (85.1%)1,560 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Years18,973 (83.9%)1,044 (5.5%)
35 to 44 Years31,721 (83.7%)1,237 (3.9%)
45 to 54 Years28,208 (83.5%)1,354 (4.8%)
55 to 59 Years13,607 (72.6%)476 (3.5%)
60 to 64 Years9,747 (56.5%)302 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years7,746 (27.1%)488 (6.3%)
75 Years and over1,515 (7.8%)44 (2.9%)
Total155,625 (64.6%)9,804 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chatham County

According to labor force statistics for Chatham County, 79.5% of individuals (122,749) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (154,401) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 5,892 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 86.8% or 49,025 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.9% or 759 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chatham County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School7,665 (64.2%)1,182 (9.9%)
High School Diploma27,879 (73.4%)1,899 (5.0%)
College / Associate Degree38,207 (79.6%)3,216 (6.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher49,025 (86.8%)1,412 (2.5%)
Total122,749 (79.5%)7,411 (4.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chatham County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chatham County are Community & Social Service (16,906 | 11.8%), Management (13,872 | 9.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (9,872 | 6.9%), Education Instruction & Library (9,406 | 6.6%), and Business & Financial (7,610 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chatham County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chatham County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (84.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (73.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (73.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (77.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.3%), and Health Technologists (75.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chatham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management7,464 (53.8%)6,408 (46.2%)
Business & Financial3,378 (44.4%)4,232 (55.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4,646 (73.6%)1,665 (26.4%)
Computers & Mathematics2,003 (73.6%)720 (26.4%)
Architecture & Engineering2,177 (84.3%)407 (15.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science466 (46.4%)538 (53.6%)
Community & Social Service 5,232 (30.9%)11,674 (69.1%)
Education, Arts & Media844 (30.9%)1,885 (69.1%)
Legal Services & Support723 (44.8%)890 (55.2%)
Education Instruction & Library2,122 (22.6%)7,284 (77.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,543 (48.9%)1,615 (51.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2,244 (22.7%)7,628 (77.3%)
Health Technologists1,687 (24.4%)5,234 (75.6%)
Total (Category)22,964 (42.1%)31,607 (57.9%)
Total (Overall)69,882 (49.0%)72,745 (51.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chatham County are Food Preparation & Serving (10,487 | 7.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (5,688 | 4.0%), Healthcare Support (3,937 | 2.8%), Personal Care & Service (3,928 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (3,701 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Chatham County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chatham County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (85.8%), Security & Protection (70.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (62.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.1%), Personal Care & Service (66.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chatham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support470 (11.9%)3,467 (88.1%)
Security & Protection2,621 (70.8%)1,080 (29.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention1,493 (62.5%)894 (37.4%)
Law Enforcement1,128 (85.8%)186 (14.2%)
Food Preparation & Serving5,354 (51.0%)5,133 (48.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3,379 (59.4%)2,309 (40.6%)
Personal Care & Service1,326 (33.8%)2,602 (66.2%)
Total (Category)13,150 (47.4%)14,591 (52.6%)
Total (Overall)69,882 (49.0%)72,745 (51.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chatham County are Sales & Related (15,306 | 10.7%), and Office & Administration (14,537 | 10.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chatham County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chatham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6,631 (43.3%)8,675 (56.7%)
Office & Administration3,272 (22.5%)11,265 (77.5%)
Total (Category)9,903 (33.2%)19,940 (66.8%)
Total (Overall)69,882 (49.0%)72,745 (51.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chatham County are Construction & Extraction (5,351 | 3.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3,445 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (461 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chatham County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chatham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry124 (26.9%)337 (73.1%)
Construction & Extraction4,937 (92.3%)414 (7.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3,275 (95.1%)170 (4.9%)
Total (Category)8,336 (90.0%)921 (10.0%)
Total (Overall)69,882 (49.0%)72,745 (51.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chatham County are Transportation (7,781 | 5.5%), Material Moving (6,923 | 4.9%), and Production (6,511 | 4.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chatham County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chatham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4,428 (68.0%)2,083 (32.0%)
Transportation6,161 (79.2%)1,620 (20.8%)
Material Moving4,940 (71.4%)1,983 (28.6%)
Total (Category)15,529 (73.2%)5,686 (26.8%)
Total (Overall)69,882 (49.0%)72,745 (51.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chatham County

Employment Industries in Chatham County

The major employment industries in Chatham County include Health Care & Social Assistance (19,487 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (17,546 | 12.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (15,496 | 10.9%), Educational Services (13,395 | 9.4%), and Transportation & Warehousing (11,668 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Chatham County

Employment Industries by Sex in Chatham County

The Chatham County industries that see more men than women are Construction (86.6%), Utilities (83.2%), and Wholesale Trade (72.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (84.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.4%), and Educational Services (70.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chatham County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting332 (69.2%)148 (30.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction8 (16.0%)42 (84.0%)
Construction6,957 (86.6%)1,075 (13.4%)
Manufacturing7,656 (69.8%)3,321 (30.2%)
Wholesale Trade2,186 (72.7%)821 (27.3%)
Retail Trade7,820 (44.6%)9,726 (55.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing8,178 (70.1%)3,490 (29.9%)
Utilities576 (83.2%)116 (16.8%)
Information1,370 (60.1%)910 (39.9%)
Finance & Insurance1,666 (38.9%)2,621 (61.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1,072 (36.2%)1,891 (63.8%)
Professional & Scientific5,262 (53.3%)4,602 (46.7%)
Enterprise Management175 (65.5%)92 (34.5%)
Administrative & Support3,625 (54.6%)3,012 (45.4%)
Educational Services3,906 (29.2%)9,489 (70.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,629 (18.6%)15,858 (81.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,752 (51.4%)1,657 (48.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services7,375 (47.6%)8,121 (52.4%)
Public Administration3,725 (57.7%)2,733 (42.3%)
Total69,882 (49.0%)72,745 (51.0%)

Education in Chatham County

School Enrollment in Chatham County

The most common levels of schooling among the 75,049 students in Chatham County are college / undergraduate (20,041 | 26.7%), middle school (14,538 | 19.4%), and high school (14,015 | 18.7%).
School Enrollment in Chatham County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4,0725.4%
Kindergarten3,8565.1%
Elementary School12,94717.2%
Middle School14,53819.4%
High School14,01518.7%
College / Undergraduate20,04126.7%
Graduate / Professional5,5807.4%
Total75,049100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chatham County

Out of a total of 75,049 students who are enrolled in schools in Chatham County, 20,864 (27.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 54,185 (72.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,524 (48.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 14,887 (86.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chatham County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,641 (51.8%)1,524 (48.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old12,550 (79.2%)3,304 (20.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds14,887 (86.0%)2,419 (14.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds7,701 (80.3%)1,886 (19.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4,304 (61.6%)2,682 (38.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds6,017 (53.5%)5,223 (46.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds4,407 (63.3%)2,559 (36.7%)
35 Years and over2,673 (67.8%)1,272 (32.2%)
Total54,185 (72.2%)20,864 (27.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chatham County

Business (15,577 | 19.9%), education (8,909 | 11.4%), science & technology (8,338 | 10.7%), social sciences (6,045 | 7.7%), and arts & humanities (5,211 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 78,124 individuals in Chatham County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chatham County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2,3643.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3,9635.1%
Physical & Health Sciences1,9442.5%
Psychology4,0295.2%
Social Sciences6,0457.7%
Engineering4,3085.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies7671.0%
Science & Technology8,33810.7%
Business15,57719.9%
Education8,90911.4%
Literature & Languages3,3424.3%
Liberal Arts & History4,1165.3%
Visual & Performing Arts5,1276.6%
Communications4,0845.2%
Arts & Humanities5,2116.7%
Total78,124100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chatham County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chatham County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chatham County are males with 2 vehicles (31,107, accounting for 44.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (30,585, making up 44.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chatham County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3,496 (5.0%)2,744 (3.9%)
1 Vehicle15,243 (21.6%)18,627 (26.4%)
2 Vehicles31,107 (44.0%)30,585 (43.4%)
3 Vehicles13,966 (19.8%)12,985 (18.4%)
4 Vehicles4,977 (7.0%)4,111 (5.8%)
5 or more Vehicles1,870 (2.6%)1,435 (2.0%)
Total70,659 (100.0%)70,487 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chatham County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chatham County are 15 to 19 minutes (25,352 commuters, 19.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (24,571 commuters, 18.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (20,495 commuters, 15.6%).
Commute Time in Chatham County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3,6402.8%
5 to 9 Minutes11,5698.8%
10 to 14 Minutes20,49515.6%
15 to 19 Minutes25,35219.3%
20 to 24 Minutes24,57118.7%
25 to 29 Minutes9,2087.0%
30 to 34 Minutes18,05413.8%
35 to 39 Minutes2,8642.2%
40 to 44 Minutes2,8582.2%
45 to 59 Minutes7,1925.5%
60 to 89 Minutes3,5782.7%
90 or more Minutes1,7721.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Chatham County

The most common commute times in Chatham County are 20 to 24 minutes (13,121 commuters, 20.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (12,524 commuters, 19.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chatham County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,979 (3.0%)1,661 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes5,286 (8.0%)6,283 (9.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes8,407 (12.8%)12,088 (18.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes12,828 (19.5%)12,524 (19.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes13,121 (20.0%)11,450 (17.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes4,998 (7.6%)4,210 (6.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes9,714 (14.8%)8,340 (12.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,337 (2.0%)1,527 (2.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes1,107 (1.7%)1,751 (2.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes3,974 (6.0%)3,218 (4.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes2,163 (3.3%)1,415 (2.2%)
90 or more Minutes855 (1.3%)917 (1.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chatham County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chatham County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (10,050, 15.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (9,929, 15.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chatham County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3,742 (5.7%)1,940 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM2,846 (4.3%)1,438 (2.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM4,404 (6.7%)1,664 (2.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM7,466 (11.4%)5,673 (8.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM6,093 (9.3%)5,871 (9.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM10,050 (15.3%)9,929 (15.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM6,763 (10.3%)7,901 (12.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM6,299 (9.6%)8,415 (12.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,714 (4.1%)3,950 (6.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM3,641 (5.5%)5,621 (8.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,604 (2.4%)2,616 (4.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM533 (0.8%)907 (1.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM5,317 (8.1%)4,898 (7.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4,297 (6.5%)4,561 (7.0%)
Total65,769 (100.0%)65,384 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chatham County

Occupancy by Ownership in Chatham County

Of the total 117,383 dwellings in Chatham County, owner-occupied units account for 66,733 (56.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 50,650 (43.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chatham County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units66,73356.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units50,65043.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units117,383100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chatham County

Occupancy by Household Size in Chatham County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household36,06230.7%
2-Person Household43,48837.0%
3-Person Household17,26414.7%
4+ Person Household20,56917.5%
Total Housing Units117,383100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chatham County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chatham County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household16,854 (46.7%)19,208 (53.3%)
2-Person Household27,482 (63.2%)16,006 (36.8%)
3-Person Household10,015 (58.0%)7,249 (42.0%)
4+ Person Household12,382 (60.2%)8,187 (39.8%)
Total Housing Units66,733 (56.9%)50,650 (43.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chatham County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chatham County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3,369 (42.1%)4,629 (57.9%)
High School Diploma13,521 (53.1%)11,958 (46.9%)
College/Associate Degree19,765 (50.6%)19,301 (49.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher30,078 (67.1%)14,762 (32.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chatham County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chatham County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years27,81123.7%
35 to 44 Years18,77616.0%
45 to 54 Years19,56116.7%
55 to 64 Years20,85417.8%
65 to 74 Years18,05515.4%
75 to 84 Years9,1727.8%
85 Years and Over3,1542.7%
Total117,383100.0%

Housing Finances in Chatham County

Median Income by Occupancy in Chatham County

Median Income by Occupancy in Chatham County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied66,733 (56.9%)$87,541
Renter-Occupied50,650 (43.1%)$45,775
Average117,383 (100.0%)$66,171

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chatham County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chatham County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,336 (2.0%)3,101 (6.1%)
$5,000 to $9,999892 (1.3%)1,466 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,313 (2.0%)3,002 (5.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9991,386 (2.1%)2,405 (4.8%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,731 (2.6%)2,997 (5.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9994,197 (6.3%)6,108 (12.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9996,179 (9.3%)8,323 (16.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99911,269 (16.9%)9,734 (19.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9999,945 (14.9%)5,004 (9.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99913,764 (20.6%)5,770 (11.4%)
$150,000 or more14,721 (22.1%)2,740 (5.4%)
Total66,733 (100.0%)50,650 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chatham County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chatham County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,618 (3.9%)994 (2.0%)
$300 to $4996,533 (9.8%)1,289 (2.5%)
$500 to $79910,676 (16.0%)3,771 (7.4%)
$800 to $9994,835 (7.2%)5,094 (10.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49914,991 (22.5%)21,992 (43.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99911,972 (17.9%)11,877 (23.4%)
$2,000 to $2,4996,244 (9.4%)2,526 (5.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9993,936 (5.9%)401 (0.8%)
$3,000 or more4,928 (7.4%)639 (1.3%)
Total66,733 (100.0%)50,650 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chatham County

Housing Structures in Chatham County

Housing Structures in Chatham County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached75,42264.2%
Single Unit, Attached5,3004.5%
2 Unit Apartments4,3113.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments7,3756.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7,2996.2%
10 or more Apartments13,81211.8%
Mobile Home / Other3,8643.3%
Total117,383100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chatham County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chatham County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached58,876 (78.1%)16,546 (21.9%)
Single Unit, Attached3,516 (66.3%)1,784 (33.7%)
2 Unit Apartments474 (11.0%)3,837 (89.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments556 (7.5%)6,819 (92.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments568 (7.8%)6,731 (92.2%)
10 or more Apartments682 (4.9%)13,130 (95.1%)
Mobile Home / Other2,061 (53.3%)1,803 (46.7%)
Total66,733 (56.9%)50,650 (43.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chatham County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chatham County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room67 (0.1%)1,005 (2.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms836 (1.3%)10,070 (19.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms13,611 (20.4%)24,958 (49.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms30,785 (46.1%)11,348 (22.4%)
8 or more Rooms21,434 (32.1%)3,269 (6.5%)
Total66,733 (100.0%)50,650 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chatham County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chatham County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas22,227 (33.3%)10,436 (20.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas724 (1.1%)418 (0.8%)
Electricity43,415 (65.1%)39,277 (77.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene11 (0.0%)69 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels149 (0.2%)44 (0.1%)
No Fuel Used207 (0.3%)406 (0.8%)
Total66,733 (100.0%)50,650 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chatham County

Household Vehicle Usage in Chatham County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2,292 (3.4%)6,289 (12.4%)
1 Vehicle18,258 (27.4%)24,927 (49.2%)
2 Vehicles30,450 (45.6%)14,976 (29.6%)
3 or more Vehicles15,733 (23.6%)4,458 (8.8%)
Total66,733 (100.0%)50,650 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chatham County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chatham County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units23,76342,970
Median Property Value$233,100$264,700
Median Household Income$66,107$10,947
Monthly Housing Costs$579$4,771
Real Estate Taxes$2,051$1,626

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chatham County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chatham County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002,532 (10.7%)1,037 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $99,9992,069 (8.7%)1,349 (3.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99910,563 (44.5%)23,561 (54.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9994,429 (18.6%)9,968 (23.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,962 (8.3%)4,076 (9.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9991,254 (5.3%)1,662 (3.9%)
$1,000,000 or more954 (4.0%)1,317 (3.1%)
Total23,763 (100.0%)42,970 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chatham County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chatham County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,048 (4.4%)707 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,656 (11.2%)1,180 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,250 (9.5%)1,774 (4.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,860 (12.0%)1,947 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,578 (19.3%)3,319 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,302 (13.9%)6,691 (15.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,295 (13.9%)6,643 (15.5%)
$150,000 or more3,774 (15.9%)10,469 (24.4%)
Total23,763 (100.0%)42,970 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chatham County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chatham County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x6,922 (29.1%)99,763 (232.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,726 (15.7%)13,281 (30.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x3,326 (14.0%)11,525 (26.8%)
4.0x or more9,350 (39.4%)5,821 (13.6%)
Total23,763 (100.0%)42,970 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chatham County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chatham County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8003,999 (16.8%)143 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,4994,275 (18.0%)3,130 (7.3%)
$800 to $1,49913,386 (56.3%)7,056 (16.4%)
Total23,763 (100.0%)42,970 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chatham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chatham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chatham County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years19,681 (91.8%)1,755 (8.2%)
6 to 18 Years41,781 (92.5%)3,384 (7.5%)
19 to 25 Years24,377 (77.9%)6,931 (22.1%)
26 to 34 Years30,049 (77.2%)8,872 (22.8%)
35 to 44 Years28,792 (79.6%)7,364 (20.4%)
45 to 54 Years27,139 (82.4%)5,810 (17.6%)
55 to 64 Years31,063 (87.6%)4,399 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years27,568 (98.3%)488 (1.7%)
75 Years and older18,641 (99.6%)80 (0.4%)
Total249,091 (86.4%)39,083 (13.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chatham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chatham County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born19,681 (91.8%)1,755 (8.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen41,781 (92.5%)3,384 (7.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen24,377 (77.9%)6,931 (22.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chatham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chatham County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00031,395 (84.3%)5,837 (15.7%)
$25,000 to $49,99941,458 (80.5%)10,008 (19.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99939,190 (81.4%)8,968 (18.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99933,846 (87.6%)4,769 (12.3%)
$100,000 and over98,470 (91.8%)8,751 (8.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chatham County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chatham County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610,013 (46.7%)10,778 (50.3%)
6 to 18 Years17,955 (39.8%)26,401 (58.5%)
19 to 25 Years3,561 (11.4%)21,872 (69.9%)
25 to 34 Years4,798 (12.3%)26,373 (67.8%)
35 to 44 Years4,399 (12.2%)25,839 (71.5%)
45 to 54 Years4,269 (13.0%)24,475 (74.3%)
55 to 64 Years7,178 (20.2%)26,236 (74.0%)
65 to 74 Years26,630 (94.9%)14,731 (52.5%)
75 Years and over18,547 (99.1%)9,977 (53.3%)
Total97,350 (33.8%)186,682 (64.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chatham County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chatham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (0.2%)192 (2.2%)
5 to 17 Years1,937 (8.7%)1,392 (6.4%)
18 to 34 Years3,364 (9.5%)3,481 (8.7%)
35 to 64 Years7,158 (14.7%)9,056 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,197 (25.7%)4,326 (27.7%)
75 Years and over3,783 (47.7%)5,655 (52.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chatham County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chatham County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (0.2%)29 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years123 (0.5%)147 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years163 (0.5%)270 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,759 (3.6%)1,541 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,157 (9.3%)1,458 (9.3%)
75 Years and over1,995 (25.2%)1,914 (17.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chatham County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (0.2%)192 (2.2%)
5 to 17 Years195 (0.9%)144 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years417 (1.2%)523 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,258 (2.6%)2,054 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years485 (3.9%)862 (5.5%)
75 Years and over525 (6.6%)1,290 (11.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chatham County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,356 (6.1%)1,152 (5.3%)
18 to 34 Years2,444 (6.9%)2,549 (6.4%)
35 to 64 Years2,962 (6.1%)3,287 (5.9%)
65 to 74 Years680 (5.5%)1,067 (6.8%)
75 Years and over1,037 (13.1%)1,888 (17.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chatham County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years274 (1.2%)82 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years580 (1.6%)840 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years4,044 (8.3%)5,360 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,993 (16.0%)3,147 (20.2%)
75 Years and over2,208 (27.9%)4,047 (37.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chatham County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years481 (2.1%)281 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years460 (1.3%)318 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years1,433 (2.9%)1,321 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years530 (4.3%)549 (3.5%)
75 Years and over876 (11.1%)1,382 (12.8%)

Technology Access in Chatham County

Computing Device Access in Chatham County

Computing Device Access in Chatham County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop92,90579.1%
Smartphone107,35091.4%
Tablet77,72666.2%
No Computing Device5,4474.6%
Total117,383100.0%

Internet Access in Chatham County

Internet Access in Chatham County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet2380.2%
Broadband Home89,22276.0%
Cellular Data Only13,86111.8%
Satellite Internet5,7004.9%
No Internet10,9179.3%
Total117,383100.0%

Chatham County Summary

Chatham County is located in the southeastern corner of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east, Bryan County to the north, Effingham County to the west, and Liberty and McIntosh Counties to the south. The county seat is Savannah, the largest city in the county. Chatham County was created in 1777 from colonial parishes of St. John, St. Andrew, and St. James. It was named after William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, a British statesman and Prime Minister.

Geography

Chatham County covers an area of 602 square miles, making it the second-largest county in Georgia by land area. The county is located in the Coastal Plain region of the state, with the majority of the land being flat and marshy. The Savannah River forms the eastern border of the county, and the Ogeechee River forms the western border. The county is home to several islands, including Ossabaw Island, Skidaway Island, and Wilmington Island.
The climate of Chatham County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 49.5 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 265,128 people, 106,906 households, and 68,845 families living in Chatham County. The population density was 441.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 57.2% White, 33.7% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Chatham County was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,817. The per capita income for the county was $25,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.2% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

Chatham County is home to a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, services, and tourism. The county is home to several major employers, including Gulfstream Aerospace, JCB, and Georgia-Pacific. The Port of Savannah is the fourth-largest port in the United States by cargo volume, and is a major economic driver for the county. Tourism is also a major industry in Chatham County, with Savannah being a popular destination for both domestic and international travelers.
The county is home to several higher education institutions, including Savannah State University, South University, and Savannah Technical College. The county is also home to several hospitals, including Memorial University Medical Center and St. Joseph's/Candler.

Conclusion

Chatham County is a diverse and vibrant county located in the southeastern corner of Georgia. It is home to a mix of industries, including manufacturing, services, and tourism. The county is home to several major employers, and the Port of Savannah is a major economic driver for the region. The county is also home to several higher education institutions and hospitals.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chatham County?
Total Population of Chatham County is 296,266.
What is the Total Male Population of Chatham County?
Total Male Population of Chatham County is 142,685.
What is the Total Female Population of Chatham County?
Total Female Population of Chatham County is 153,581.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chatham County?
There are 92.91 Males per 100 Females in Chatham County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chatham County?
There are 107.64 Females per 100 Males in Chatham County.
What is the Median Population Age in Chatham County?
Median Population Age in Chatham County is 36.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chatham County
Average Family Size in Chatham County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chatham County
Average Household Size in Chatham County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chatham County?
Per Capita income in Chatham County is $37,637.
What is the Median Family Income in Chatham County?
Median Family Income in Chatham County is $81,441.
What is the Median Household income in Chatham County?
Median Household Income in Chatham County is $66,171.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chatham County?
Income or Wage Gap in Chatham County is 17.3%.
Women in Chatham County earn 82.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Chatham County?
Family Income Deficit in Chatham County is $12,048.
Families that are below poverty line in Chatham County earn $12,048 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chatham County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chatham County is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chatham County?
There are 155,625 People in the Labor Forcein in Chatham County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chatham County?
64.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Chatham County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chatham County?
Unemployment Rate in Chatham County is 6.3%.