Douglas County, GA
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144,735
TOTAL POPULATION
69,255
MALE POPULATION
75,480
FEMALE POPULATION
91.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,010
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,053
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,930
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,092
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
75,343
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Douglas County
The most populous races in Douglas County are Black / African American (70,829 | 48.9%), White / Caucasian (56,989 | 39.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (15,512 | 10.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2,706 | 1.9% |
| Black / African American | 70,829 | 48.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15,512 | 10.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 198 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 56,989 | 39.4% |
| Two or more Races | 8,910 | 6.2% |
| Some other Race | 5,103 | 3.5% |
| Total | 144,735 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Douglas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Douglas County are American (10,949 | 7.6%), Mexican (9,903 | 6.8%), English (9,060 | 6.3%), Irish (7,566 | 5.2%), and German (6,407 | 4.4%), together accounting for 30.3% of all Douglas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 127 | 0.1% |
| African | 1,620 | 1.1% |
| American | 10,949 | 7.6% |
| Apache | 5 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 263 | 0.2% |
| Argentinean | 98 | 0.1% |
| Australian | 25 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 50 | 0.0% |
| Bahamian | 309 | 0.2% |
| Barbadian | 54 | 0.0% |
| Basque | 21 | 0.0% |
| Belizean | 56 | 0.0% |
| Bermudan | 16 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 190 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 48 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 313 | 0.2% |
| British | 766 | 0.5% |
| Burmese | 176 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 147 | 0.1% |
| Cape Verdean | 32 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 10 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 1,588 | 1.1% |
| Central American Indian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 365 | 0.3% |
| Chippewa | 27 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 69 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 703 | 0.5% |
| Costa Rican | 85 | 0.1% |
| Creek | 18 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 35 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 98 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 305 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 171 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 92 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 198 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 152 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 282 | 0.2% |
| Dutch West Indian | 258 | 0.2% |
| Eastern European | 138 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 44 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 89 | 0.1% |
| English | 9,060 | 6.3% |
| Ethiopian | 13 | 0.0% |
| European | 941 | 0.6% |
| Finnish | 45 | 0.0% |
| French | 1,128 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 74 | 0.1% |
| German | 6,407 | 4.4% |
| German Russian | 91 | 0.1% |
| Ghanaian | 408 | 0.3% |
| Greek | 26 | 0.0% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 71 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 145 | 0.1% |
| Guyanese | 29 | 0.0% |
| Haitian | 2,101 | 1.5% |
| Honduran | 118 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 113 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 486 | 0.3% |
| Iraqi | 49 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 7,566 | 5.2% |
| Iroquois | 126 | 0.1% |
| Israeli | 52 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,895 | 1.3% |
| Jamaican | 2,198 | 1.5% |
| Kenyan | 374 | 0.3% |
| Korean | 250 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 115 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 95 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Menominee | 20 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 9,903 | 6.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 70 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 98 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 26 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 414 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 33 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 236 | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 66 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 100 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 101 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 832 | 0.6% |
| Portuguese | 204 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 1,755 | 1.2% |
| Romanian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 167 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 1,078 | 0.7% |
| Samoan | 108 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 126 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 1,189 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 2,124 | 1.5% |
| Sierra Leonean | 15 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 13 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 23 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 10 | 0.0% |
| South African | 36 | 0.0% |
| South American | 1,253 | 0.9% |
| South American Indian | 21 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 68 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 70 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 705 | 0.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 3,010 | 2.1% |
| Swedish | 578 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 47 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 1,031 | 0.7% |
| Tongan | 27 | 0.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 129 | 0.1% |
| Turkish | 52 | 0.0% |
| U.S. Virgin Islander | 31 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 99 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 307 | 0.2% |
| Vietnamese | 113 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 307 | 0.2% |
| West Indian | 232 | 0.2% | View All 114 Rows |
Immigrants in Douglas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Douglas County came from Latin America (9,398 | 6.5%), Central America (5,085 | 3.5%), Mexico (3,759 | 2.6%), Caribbean (3,430 | 2.4%), and Africa (2,547 | 1.8%), together accounting for 16.7% of all Douglas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Afghanistan | 43 | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2,547 | 1.8% |
| Argentina | 73 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 1,716 | 1.2% |
| Australia | 12 | 0.0% |
| Bahamas | 189 | 0.1% |
| Bangladesh | 111 | 0.1% |
| Barbados | 50 | 0.0% |
| Belize | 41 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 70 | 0.1% |
| Cabo Verde | 32 | 0.0% |
| Cambodia | 34 | 0.0% |
| Cameroon | 90 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 162 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 3,430 | 2.4% |
| Central America | 5,085 | 3.5% |
| China | 78 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 322 | 0.2% |
| Costa Rica | 230 | 0.2% |
| Cuba | 65 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 126 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 616 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 169 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 51 | 0.0% |
| Ecuador | 9 | 0.0% |
| Egypt | 60 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 667 | 0.5% |
| England | 247 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 636 | 0.4% |
| France | 38 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 240 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 901 | 0.6% |
| Grenada | 282 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 157 | 0.1% |
| Guyana | 9 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 1,192 | 0.8% |
| Honduras | 127 | 0.1% |
| India | 510 | 0.4% |
| Iraq | 69 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 12 | 0.0% |
| Israel | 29 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 1,164 | 0.8% |
| Japan | 20 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 449 | 0.3% |
| Korea | 71 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 9,398 | 6.5% |
| Liberia | 159 | 0.1% |
| Malaysia | 121 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 3,759 | 2.6% |
| Middle Africa | 90 | 0.1% |
| Nicaragua | 72 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 541 | 0.4% |
| Northern Africa | 60 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 307 | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 12 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 98 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 32 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 35 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 128 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 16 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 20 | 0.0% |
| Saudi Arabia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leone | 15 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 36 | 0.0% |
| South America | 883 | 0.6% |
| South Central Asia | 762 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 670 | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | 29 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 12 | 0.0% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 232 | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 7 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 15 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 365 | 0.3% |
| Vietnam | 375 | 0.3% |
| West Indies | 69 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 1,734 | 1.2% |
| Western Asia | 115 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 278 | 0.2% |
| Zimbabwe | 167 | 0.1% | View All 79 Rows |
Sex and Age in Douglas County
Sex and Age in Douglas County
The most populous age groups in Douglas County are 10 to 14 Years (6,415 | 9.3%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (5,801 | 7.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4,344 (6.3%) | 4,185 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 4,401 (6.4%) | 4,662 (6.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 6,415 (9.3%) | 5,707 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 5,808 (8.4%) | 5,415 (7.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 4,857 (7.0%) | 5,036 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 4,592 (6.6%) | 4,868 (6.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 4,131 (6.0%) | 4,786 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 4,332 (6.3%) | 5,015 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 4,590 (6.6%) | 5,492 (7.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 4,878 (7.0%) | 5,801 (7.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 4,862 (7.0%) | 5,552 (7.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 3,881 (5.6%) | 5,103 (6.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 4,721 (6.8%) | 4,138 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 3,043 (4.4%) | 3,352 (4.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,854 (2.7%) | 2,757 (3.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 1,402 (2.0%) | 1,463 (1.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 632 (0.9%) | 839 (1.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 512 (0.7%) | 1,309 (1.7%) |
| Total | 69,255 (100.0%) | 75,480 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Douglas County
Median Family Size in Douglas County
The median family size in Douglas County is 3.37 persons per family, with married-couple families (24,138 | 66.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.41 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2,682 | 7.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.16 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 24,138 (66.7%) | 3.41 |
| Single Male/Father | 2,682 (7.4%) | 3.16 |
| Single Female/Mother | 9,355 (25.9%) | 3.32 |
| Total Families | 36,175 (100.0%) | 3.37 |
Median Household Size in Douglas County
The median household size in Douglas County is 2.84 persons per household, with single male/father households (2,682 | 5.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.63 persons per household. non-family households (14,377 | 28.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 24,138 (47.7%) | 3.44 |
| Single Male/Father | 2,682 (5.3%) | 3.63 |
| Single Female/Mother | 9,355 (18.5%) | 3.51 |
| Non-family | 14,377 (28.4%) | 1.23 |
| Total Households | 50,552 (100.0%) | 2.84 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Douglas County
Out of a total of 50,552 households in Douglas County, 36,175 (71.6%) are family households, while 14,377 (28.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 14,121, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 12,068.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 12,068 (23.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 14,121 (27.9%) | 2,003 (4.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 8,902 (17.6%) | 128 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 6,974 (13.8%) | 119 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 3,400 (6.7%) | 9 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 1,801 (3.6%) | 9 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 977 (1.9%) | 41 (0.1%) |
| Total | 36,175 (71.6%) | 14,377 (28.4%) |
Female Fertility in Douglas County
Fertility by Age in Douglas County
Average fertility rate in Douglas County is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 117.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 131 (5.8%) | 24.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 1,720 (75.6%) | 117.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 425 (18.7%) | 24.0 |
| Total | 2,276 (100.0%) | 61.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Douglas County
60.7% of women with births (2,276) in Douglas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 31.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 1,090 (63.4%) | 630 (36.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 290 (68.2%) | 135 (31.8%) |
| Total | 1,382 (60.7%) | 894 (39.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Douglas County
Average fertility rate in Douglas County is 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 85.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 33.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 35.6% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 287 (12.6%) | 47.0 |
| High School Diploma | 758 (33.3%) | 85.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 810 (35.6%) | 69.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 291 (12.8%) | 42.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 130 (5.7%) | 33.0 |
| Total | 2,276 (100.0%) | 61.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Douglas County
39.3% of women with births in Douglas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 78.1% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 58.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 135 (47.0%) | 152 (53.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 317 (41.8%) | 441 (58.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 633 (78.1%) | 177 (21.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 199 (68.4%) | 92 (31.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 97 (74.6%) | 33 (25.4%) |
| Total | 1,382 (60.7%) | 894 (39.3%) |
Income in Douglas County
Income Overview in Douglas County
Per Capita Income in Douglas County is $34,010, while median incomes of families and households are $86,053 and $76,930 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 144,735 | $34,010 |
| Median Family Income | 36,175 | $86,053 |
| Mean Family Income | 36,175 | $105,713 |
| Median Household Income | 50,552 | $76,930 |
| Mean Household Income | 50,552 | $95,060 |
| Income Deficit | 36,175 | $13,092 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 144,735 | 19.13% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 144,735 | 80.87¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 144,735 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Douglas County
Average Earnings in Douglas County are $42,005, $46,166 for men and $37,333 for women, a difference of 19.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 39,152 (50.7%) | $46,166 |
| Female | 38,011 (49.3%) | $37,333 |
| Total | 77,163 (100.0%) | $42,005 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Douglas County
The most common earnings brackets in Douglas County are $100,000+ for men (5,155 | 13.2%) and $100,000+ for women (3,566 | 9.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 1,746 (4.5%) | 1,865 (4.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 1,054 (2.7%) | 1,682 (4.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 1,507 (3.8%) | 873 (2.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 767 (2.0%) | 1,011 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 895 (2.3%) | 1,315 (3.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 750 (1.9%) | 1,190 (3.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 1,287 (3.3%) | 1,114 (2.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 898 (2.3%) | 1,188 (3.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 586 (1.5%) | 1,334 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 1,012 (2.6%) | 1,130 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,731 (4.4%) | 2,309 (6.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 2,242 (5.7%) | 2,744 (7.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1,996 (5.1%) | 2,228 (5.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 2,386 (6.1%) | 2,445 (6.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 2,655 (6.8%) | 2,151 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 1,849 (4.7%) | 1,613 (4.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 3,612 (9.2%) | 2,711 (7.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 2,544 (6.5%) | 2,107 (5.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,480 (11.4%) | 3,435 (9.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 5,155 (13.2%) | 3,566 (9.4%) |
| Total | 39,152 (100.0%) | 38,011 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Douglas County
Average earnings in Douglas County are $52,126 for men and $42,181 for women, a difference of 19.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,857, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,346. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,930, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,540.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,346 | $28,540 |
| High School Diploma | $46,587 | $32,248 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $55,666 | $39,797 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,456 | $50,312 |
| Graduate Degree | $86,857 | $63,930 |
| Total | $52,126 | $42,181 |
Family Income in Douglas County
Family Income Brackets in Douglas County
According to the Douglas County family income data, there are 7,307 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 687 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,375 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 687 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,049 | 2.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,990 | 5.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,111 | 8.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6,656 | 18.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6,186 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 7,307 | 20.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4,558 | 12.6% |
| $200,000+ | 3,292 | 9.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Douglas County
4-person families (6,360 | 17.6%) account for the highest median family income in Douglas County with $111,719 per family, while 2-person families (15,358 | 42.4%) have the highest median income of $37,542 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 15,358 (42.4%) | $75,085 |
| 3-Person Families | 8,928 (24.7%) | $86,242 |
| 4-Person Families | 6,360 (17.6%) | $111,719 |
| 5-Person Families | 3,067 (8.5%) | $83,476 |
| 6-Person Families | 1,757 (4.9%) | $109,322 |
| 7+ Person Families | 705 (1.9%) | $89,293 |
| Total | 36,175 (100.0%) | $86,053 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Douglas County
The median family income in Douglas County is $86,053, with families comprising 3+ earners (4,866) having the highest median family income of $142,214, while families with no earners (3,733) have the lowest median family income of $45,961, accounting for 13.5% and 10.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 3,733 (10.3%) | $45,961 |
| 1 Earner | 12,363 (34.2%) | $64,758 |
| 2 Earners | 15,213 (42.0%) | $105,655 |
| 3+ Earners | 4,866 (13.5%) | $142,214 |
| Total | 36,175 (100.0%) | $86,053 |
Household Income in Douglas County
Household Income Brackets in Douglas County
With 9,150 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Douglas County, accounting for 18.1% of all households. In contrast, only 1,466 households (2.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 2,780 | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,466 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2,679 | 5.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3,336 | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5,460 | 10.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8,897 | 17.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8,088 | 16.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9,150 | 18.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4,954 | 9.8% |
| $200,000+ | 3,741 | 7.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Douglas County
The median household income in Douglas County is $76,930, with the highest median household income of $84,928 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 21,787 households (43.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 1,240 households (2.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1,240 (2.5%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 17,700 (35.0%) | $78,653 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 21,787 (43.1%) | $84,928 |
| 65+ Years | 9,825 (19.4%) | $58,551 |
| Total | 50,552 (100.0%) | $76,930 |
Poverty in Douglas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Douglas County
With 11.2% poverty level for males and 12.0% for females among the residents of Douglas County, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 307 males (35.6%) and 1,254 females (21.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 821 (19.5%) | 530 (12.9%) |
| 5 Years | 307 (35.6%) | 58 (6.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 732 (12.1%) | 1,254 (21.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 684 (18.2%) | 360 (10.4%) |
| 15 Years | 116 (10.2%) | 91 (8.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 693 (27.7%) | 278 (11.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,067 (15.7%) | 1,113 (16.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 604 (7.1%) | 1,290 (13.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 540 (6.2%) | 1,088 (10.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,009 (10.4%) | 1,307 (11.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 731 (8.5%) | 683 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 155 (3.2%) | 525 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 158 (6.3%) | 385 (11.1%) |
| Total | 7,617 (11.2%) | 8,962 (12.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Douglas County
According to the poverty statistics in Douglas County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.8% of males and 93.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3,397 (80.5%) | 3,571 (87.1%) |
| 5 Years | 556 (64.4%) | 817 (93.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 5,311 (87.9%) | 4,616 (78.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 3,070 (81.8%) | 3,097 (89.6%) |
| 15 Years | 1,022 (89.8%) | 1,003 (91.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1,809 (72.3%) | 2,164 (88.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 5,751 (84.4%) | 5,764 (83.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 7,910 (92.9%) | 8,293 (86.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8,105 (93.8%) | 9,375 (89.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 8,644 (89.5%) | 10,031 (88.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7,839 (91.5%) | 8,529 (92.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,728 (96.8%) | 5,510 (91.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,367 (93.7%) | 3,099 (88.9%) |
| Total | 60,509 (88.8%) | 65,869 (88.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Douglas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Douglas County show that 4.3% or 1,048 of the total 24,138 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 17.2%, comprising of 17 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.0%, which includes 412 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 13,173 (97.0%) | 412 (3.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 7,712 (94.9%) | 418 (5.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2,123 (91.3%) | 201 (8.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 82 (82.8%) | 17 (17.2%) |
| Total | 23,090 (95.7%) | 1,048 (4.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Douglas County
According to the poverty data in Douglas County, 16.7% or 448 single-father households and 18.0% or 1,686 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 351 households (20.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 103 households (86.6%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 85 (11.1%) | 210 (6.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 351 (20.7%) | 850 (16.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 12 (5.4%) | 523 (56.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 103 (86.6%) |
| Total | 448 (16.7%) | 1,686 (18.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Douglas County
The poverty data for Douglas County shows that 1,048 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 2,134 of the single-parent households (17.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (17.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 103 household (86.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 412 (3.0%) | 295 (7.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 418 (5.1%) | 1,201 (17.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 201 (8.6%) | 535 (46.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 17 (17.2%) | 103 (86.6%) |
| Total | 1,048 (4.3%) | 2,134 (17.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Douglas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Douglas County
Among the 69,337 employed individuals in Douglas County, private company employees (48,087 | 69.4%), local government employees (5,132 | 7.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (4,653 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 48,087 | 69.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 2,586 | 3.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 3,674 | 5.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 4,653 | 6.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 5,132 | 7.4% |
| State Government Employees | 2,805 | 4.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 2,313 | 3.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 87 | 0.1% |
| Total | 69,337 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Douglas County
According to the labor force statistics for Douglas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (112,789), 66.8% or 75,343 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 4,973 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.1% or 8,429 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.5% or 132 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 3,300 (36.7%) | 485 (14.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 7,133 (72.1%) | 1,220 (17.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 8,429 (89.1%) | 759 (9.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 7,446 (83.5%) | 365 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 16,282 (83.8%) | 651 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 16,832 (79.8%) | 741 (4.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 6,621 (73.7%) | 278 (4.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 5,572 (62.9%) | 206 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,137 (28.5%) | 113 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 616 (10.0%) | 132 (21.5%) |
| Total | 75,343 (66.8%) | 4,973 (6.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Douglas County
According to labor force statistics for Douglas County, 79.7% of individuals (61,163) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (76,742) are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 2,997 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 21,090 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.3% or 377 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 4,548 (66.8%) | 565 (8.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 16,362 (73.3%) | 1,317 (5.9%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 19,158 (81.3%) | 1,272 (5.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 21,090 (87.7%) | 697 (2.9%) |
| Total | 61,163 (79.7%) | 3,760 (4.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Douglas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Douglas County are Community & Social Service (8,407 | 12.0%), Management (6,682 | 9.5%), Education Instruction & Library (4,549 | 6.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,801 | 5.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (3,355 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Douglas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (65.5%), Computers & Mathematics (64.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (61.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (83.2%), Health Technologists (80.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (79.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 3,645 (54.5%) | 3,037 (45.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 1,265 (38.0%) | 2,066 (62.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 2,047 (61.0%) | 1,308 (39.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1,297 (64.5%) | 713 (35.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 705 (65.5%) | 372 (34.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 45 (16.8%) | 223 (83.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 2,217 (26.4%) | 6,190 (73.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 525 (32.4%) | 1,098 (67.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 257 (29.2%) | 624 (70.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 955 (21.0%) | 3,594 (79.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 480 (35.4%) | 874 (64.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 892 (23.5%) | 2,909 (76.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 463 (19.7%) | 1,886 (80.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 10,066 (39.4%) | 15,510 (60.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 35,584 (50.6%) | 34,696 (49.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Douglas County are Food Preparation & Serving (2,575 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,295 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (1,830 | 2.6%), Healthcare Support (1,641 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (1,154 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Douglas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (80.3%), Security & Protection (69.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (63.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.8%), Personal Care & Service (72.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 118 (7.2%) | 1,523 (92.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 797 (69.1%) | 357 (30.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 500 (63.8%) | 284 (36.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 297 (80.3%) | 73 (19.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 1,128 (43.8%) | 1,447 (56.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 1,403 (61.1%) | 892 (38.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 511 (27.9%) | 1,319 (72.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,957 (41.7%) | 5,538 (58.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 35,584 (50.6%) | 34,696 (49.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Douglas County are Office & Administration (9,761 | 13.9%), and Sales & Related (7,365 | 10.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 3,852 (52.3%) | 3,513 (47.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 2,603 (26.7%) | 7,158 (73.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 6,455 (37.7%) | 10,671 (62.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 35,584 (50.6%) | 34,696 (49.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Douglas County are Construction & Extraction (3,124 | 4.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2,757 | 3.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (36 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 13 (36.1%) | 23 (63.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 2,933 (93.9%) | 191 (6.1%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 2,671 (96.9%) | 86 (3.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 5,617 (94.9%) | 300 (5.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 35,584 (50.6%) | 34,696 (49.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Douglas County are Transportation (4,422 | 6.3%), Production (4,017 | 5.7%), and Material Moving (3,727 | 5.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 2,672 (66.5%) | 1,345 (33.5%) |
| Transportation | 3,765 (85.1%) | 657 (14.9%) |
| Material Moving | 3,052 (81.9%) | 675 (18.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 9,489 (78.0%) | 2,677 (22.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 35,584 (50.6%) | 34,696 (49.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Douglas County
Employment Industries in Douglas County
The major employment industries in Douglas County include Health Care & Social Assistance (8,679 | 12.3%), Retail Trade (7,912 | 11.3%), Educational Services (6,844 | 9.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (6,654 | 9.5%), and Manufacturing (6,512 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Douglas County
The Douglas County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (92.5%), and Construction (87.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (83.3%), Enterprise Management (76.3%), and Educational Services (72.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 49 (84.5%) | 9 (15.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 4,391 (87.8%) | 610 (12.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 4,253 (65.3%) | 2,259 (34.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 1,510 (62.7%) | 900 (37.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 4,274 (54.0%) | 3,638 (46.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4,836 (72.7%) | 1,818 (27.3%) |
| Utilities | 406 (92.5%) | 33 (7.5%) |
| Information | 1,024 (64.2%) | 571 (35.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 772 (30.7%) | 1,742 (69.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 559 (44.8%) | 690 (55.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 2,253 (50.8%) | 2,182 (49.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 48 (23.6%) | 155 (76.3%) |
| Administrative & Support | 1,761 (56.2%) | 1,374 (43.8%) |
| Educational Services | 1,859 (27.2%) | 4,985 (72.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,452 (16.7%) | 7,227 (83.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 817 (58.7%) | 576 (41.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,953 (45.6%) | 2,331 (54.4%) |
| Public Administration | 1,955 (52.1%) | 1,796 (47.9%) |
| Total | 35,584 (50.6%) | 34,696 (49.4%) |
Education in Douglas County
School Enrollment in Douglas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 40,603 students in Douglas County are high school (10,203 | 25.1%), middle school (9,130 | 22.5%), and elementary school (7,948 | 19.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 1,574 | 3.9% |
| Kindergarten | 1,577 | 3.9% |
| Elementary School | 7,948 | 19.6% |
| Middle School | 9,130 | 22.5% |
| High School | 10,203 | 25.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 7,698 | 19.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 2,473 | 6.1% |
| Total | 40,603 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Douglas County
Out of a total of 40,603 students who are enrolled in schools in Douglas County, 6,050 (14.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 34,553 (85.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,057 (31.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 6,340 (91.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 829 (71.3%) | 334 (28.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 7,507 (88.3%) | 999 (11.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 10,346 (87.5%) | 1,473 (12.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 6,340 (91.7%) | 570 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 2,014 (81.6%) | 453 (18.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 3,119 (77.8%) | 892 (22.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 2,064 (88.4%) | 272 (11.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 2,334 (68.8%) | 1,057 (31.2%) |
| Total | 34,553 (85.1%) | 6,050 (14.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Douglas County
Business (7,274 | 24.4%), education (3,928 | 13.2%), arts & humanities (3,098 | 10.4%), science & technology (2,908 | 9.8%), and social sciences (1,811 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 29,825 individuals in Douglas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1,416 | 4.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,377 | 4.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 535 | 1.8% |
| Psychology | 1,800 | 6.0% |
| Social Sciences | 1,811 | 6.1% |
| Engineering | 1,435 | 4.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 87 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 2,908 | 9.8% |
| Business | 7,274 | 24.4% |
| Education | 3,928 | 13.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 859 | 2.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 1,117 | 3.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 778 | 2.6% |
| Communications | 1,402 | 4.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 3,098 | 10.4% |
| Total | 29,825 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Douglas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Douglas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Douglas County are males with 2 vehicles (14,877, accounting for 42.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (13,295, making up 43.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 532 (1.5%) | 800 (2.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 4,963 (14.1%) | 7,196 (21.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 14,877 (42.3%) | 13,295 (39.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 8,078 (23.0%) | 7,304 (21.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 4,275 (12.1%) | 4,219 (12.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 2,469 (7.0%) | 1,284 (3.8%) |
| Total | 35,194 (100.0%) | 34,098 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Douglas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Douglas County are 30 to 34 minutes (9,352 commuters, 15.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (8,425 commuters, 13.8%), and 60 to 89 minutes (7,229 commuters, 11.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 563 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,242 | 5.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 7,100 | 11.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 6,976 | 11.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 6,944 | 11.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 3,412 | 5.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 9,352 | 15.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 2,747 | 4.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2,983 | 4.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 8,425 | 13.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 7,229 | 11.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 2,008 | 3.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Douglas County
The most common commute times in Douglas County are 30 to 34 minutes (5,096 commuters, 16.0%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (4,263 commuters, 14.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 436 (1.4%) | 127 (0.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,421 (4.5%) | 1,821 (6.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,805 (12.0%) | 3,295 (11.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,733 (8.6%) | 4,243 (14.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3,896 (12.2%) | 3,048 (10.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 2,247 (7.1%) | 1,165 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 5,096 (16.0%) | 4,256 (14.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,160 (3.6%) | 1,587 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,784 (5.6%) | 1,199 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 4,162 (13.1%) | 4,263 (14.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4,030 (12.7%) | 3,199 (11.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,034 (3.3%) | 974 (3.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Douglas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Douglas County are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (4,239, 13.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (4,521, 15.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 2,755 (8.7%) | 1,233 (4.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 2,058 (6.5%) | 1,023 (3.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,713 (5.4%) | 2,062 (7.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 4,239 (13.3%) | 3,005 (10.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 2,833 (8.9%) | 3,253 (11.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 3,790 (11.9%) | 4,521 (15.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 2,284 (7.2%) | 3,196 (11.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 2,292 (7.2%) | 2,777 (9.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 784 (2.5%) | 912 (3.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 1,680 (5.3%) | 1,896 (6.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 626 (2.0%) | 826 (2.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 469 (1.5%) | 703 (2.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 3,617 (11.4%) | 1,759 (6.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 2,664 (8.4%) | 2,011 (6.9%) |
| Total | 31,804 (100.0%) | 29,177 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Douglas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Douglas County
Of the total 50,552 dwellings in Douglas County, owner-occupied units account for 33,302 (65.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 17,250 (34.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 33,302 | 65.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 17,250 | 34.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 50,552 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Douglas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 12,068 | 23.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 16,124 | 31.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 9,030 | 17.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 13,330 | 26.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 50,552 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Douglas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 6,220 (51.5%) | 5,848 (48.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 11,271 (69.9%) | 4,853 (30.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 6,442 (71.3%) | 2,588 (28.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 9,369 (70.3%) | 3,961 (29.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 33,302 (65.9%) | 17,250 (34.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Douglas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 2,206 (57.9%) | 1,602 (42.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 8,386 (65.9%) | 4,340 (34.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 10,883 (62.0%) | 6,675 (38.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 11,827 (71.9%) | 4,633 (28.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 7,856 | 15.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 11,084 | 21.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 11,662 | 23.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 10,125 | 20.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6,447 | 12.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,555 | 5.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 823 | 1.6% |
| Total | 50,552 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Douglas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Douglas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 33,302 (65.9%) | $90,005 |
| Renter-Occupied | 17,250 (34.1%) | $52,997 |
| Average | 50,552 (100.0%) | $76,930 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Douglas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 914 (2.7%) | 1,231 (7.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 253 (0.8%) | 358 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 611 (1.8%) | 852 (4.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 437 (1.3%) | 642 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 500 (1.5%) | 1,119 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,803 (5.4%) | 1,547 (9.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,020 (9.1%) | 2,435 (14.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,289 (15.9%) | 3,604 (20.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5,578 (16.8%) | 2,510 (14.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 6,752 (20.3%) | 2,376 (13.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 8,145 (24.5%) | 576 (3.3%) |
| Total | 33,302 (100.0%) | 17,250 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Douglas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,462 (4.4%) | 118 (0.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 4,410 (13.2%) | 112 (0.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 3,242 (9.7%) | 1,174 (6.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 2,091 (6.3%) | 1,242 (7.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 9,303 (27.9%) | 8,938 (51.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 6,245 (18.8%) | 4,045 (23.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 3,149 (9.5%) | 876 (5.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,936 (5.8%) | 226 (1.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1,464 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 33,302 (100.0%) | 17,250 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Douglas County
Housing Structures in Douglas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 39,318 | 77.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,243 | 2.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 497 | 1.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 433 | 0.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2,205 | 4.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 4,766 | 9.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,090 | 4.1% |
| Total | 50,552 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Douglas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 31,505 (80.1%) | 7,813 (19.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 569 (45.8%) | 674 (54.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 86 (17.3%) | 411 (82.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 10 (2.3%) | 423 (97.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 37 (1.7%) | 2,168 (98.3%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4,766 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,095 (52.4%) | 995 (47.6%) |
| Total | 33,302 (65.9%) | 17,250 (34.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Douglas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 167 (0.5%) | 279 (1.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 306 (0.9%) | 1,787 (10.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 6,049 (18.2%) | 8,344 (48.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 12,721 (38.2%) | 4,558 (26.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 14,059 (42.2%) | 2,282 (13.2%) |
| Total | 33,302 (100.0%) | 17,250 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Douglas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 20,020 (60.1%) | 6,651 (38.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,368 (4.1%) | 294 (1.7%) |
| Electricity | 11,444 (34.4%) | 9,929 (57.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 151 (0.4%) | 74 (0.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (0.2%) |
| All other Fuels | 199 (0.6%) | 84 (0.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 120 (0.4%) | 179 (1.0%) |
| Total | 33,302 (100.0%) | 17,250 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Douglas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 612 (1.8%) | 1,317 (7.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 6,644 (20.0%) | 8,047 (46.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 13,792 (41.4%) | 6,070 (35.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 12,254 (36.8%) | 1,816 (10.5%) |
| Total | 33,302 (100.0%) | 17,250 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Douglas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Douglas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 8,915 | 24,387 |
| Median Property Value | $182,100 | $242,900 |
| Median Household Income | $64,335 | $7,002 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $448 | $1,464 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,178 | $397 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Douglas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 792 (8.9%) | 548 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 939 (10.5%) | 727 (3.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 5,248 (58.9%) | 15,013 (61.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,325 (14.9%) | 6,817 (28.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 338 (3.8%) | 885 (3.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 144 (1.6%) | 326 (1.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 129 (1.5%) | 71 (0.3%) |
| Total | 8,915 (100.0%) | 24,387 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Douglas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 498 (5.6%) | 193 (0.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 719 (8.1%) | 669 (2.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 888 (10.0%) | 829 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,162 (13.0%) | 915 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,755 (19.7%) | 1,858 (7.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,622 (18.2%) | 3,534 (14.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,128 (12.7%) | 3,956 (16.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,143 (12.8%) | 5,624 (23.1%) |
| Total | 8,915 (100.0%) | 24,387 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Douglas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 3,109 (34.9%) | 104,781 (429.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,533 (17.2%) | 8,889 (36.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 1,037 (11.6%) | 6,529 (26.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 3,023 (33.9%) | 3,212 (13.2%) |
| Total | 8,915 (100.0%) | 24,387 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Douglas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 3,234 (36.3%) | 203 (0.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,987 (22.3%) | 2,270 (9.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,287 (36.9%) | 4,732 (19.4%) |
| Total | 8,915 (100.0%) | 24,387 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Douglas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 9,895 (95.5%) | 470 (4.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 26,688 (92.6%) | 2,139 (7.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 9,680 (76.7%) | 2,948 (23.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 13,343 (79.6%) | 3,426 (20.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 15,518 (81.2%) | 3,590 (18.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 17,778 (84.9%) | 3,151 (15.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 15,991 (89.9%) | 1,791 (10.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10,909 (99.9%) | 9 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 5,950 (99.0%) | 59 (1.0%) |
| Total | 125,752 (87.7%) | 17,583 (12.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Douglas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 9,895 (95.5%) | 470 (4.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 26,688 (92.6%) | 2,139 (7.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 9,680 (76.7%) | 2,948 (23.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Douglas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 11,068 (83.9%) | 2,117 (16.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 16,960 (83.3%) | 3,391 (16.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20,329 (84.0%) | 3,888 (16.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 20,635 (85.7%) | 3,432 (14.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 56,645 (92.3%) | 4,717 (7.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 5,866 (56.6%) | 5,312 (51.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 10,728 (37.2%) | 17,550 (60.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,622 (12.8%) | 8,275 (65.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,642 (15.8%) | 11,463 (68.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,115 (11.1%) | 13,895 (72.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,768 (13.2%) | 16,050 (76.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,068 (17.2%) | 14,389 (80.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10,002 (91.6%) | 6,275 (57.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5,818 (96.8%) | 3,193 (53.1%) |
| Total | 44,629 (31.1%) | 96,402 (67.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Douglas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 37 (0.9%) | 100 (2.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,221 (8.5%) | 524 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,055 (6.9%) | 1,060 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,312 (12.3%) | 3,856 (12.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,019 (20.9%) | 1,658 (27.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,292 (51.2%) | 1,821 (52.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Douglas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 20 (0.5%) | 100 (2.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 100 (0.7%) | 66 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 133 (0.9%) | 53 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 798 (3.0%) | 647 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 538 (11.0%) | 670 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 779 (30.8%) | 793 (22.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 17 (0.4%) | 100 (2.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 117 (0.8%) | 68 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 435 (2.9%) | 138 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 480 (1.8%) | 619 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 139 (2.9%) | 549 (9.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 284 (11.3%) | 435 (12.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,083 (7.5%) | 441 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 498 (3.3%) | 695 (4.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,177 (4.4%) | 1,323 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 186 (3.8%) | 420 (7.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 393 (15.6%) | 698 (20.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 72 (0.5%) | 52 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 163 (1.1%) | 370 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,923 (7.2%) | 2,609 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 438 (9.0%) | 756 (12.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 644 (25.5%) | 1,253 (36.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 162 (1.1%) | 129 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 122 (0.8%) | 461 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 632 (2.4%) | 820 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 72 (1.5%) | 245 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 301 (11.9%) | 662 (19.0%) |
Technology Access in Douglas County
Computing Device Access in Douglas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 41,660 | 82.4% |
| Smartphone | 46,710 | 92.4% |
| Tablet | 34,436 | 68.1% |
| No Computing Device | 2,058 | 4.1% |
| Total | 50,552 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Douglas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 53 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 39,259 | 77.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 5,352 | 10.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 4,058 | 8.0% |
| No Internet | 4,171 | 8.3% |
| Total | 50,552 | 100.0% |
Douglas County Summary
Douglas County, Georgia is located in the northwestern part of the state, just south of Atlanta. It is bordered by Carroll County to the north, Fulton County to the east, and Cobb County to the south. The county seat is Douglasville, and the county is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
History
Douglas County was created in 1870 from parts of Carroll and Cobb Counties. It was named for Stephen A. Douglas, a U.S. Senator from Illinois who was the Democratic Party’s nominee for President in 1860. The county was originally home to the Creek and Cherokee Native American tribes, and the area was part of the Cherokee Nation until the Indian Removal Act of 1830.
The county was largely rural until the 1950s, when the population began to grow rapidly due to the expansion of Atlanta. The county’s population doubled between 1950 and 1960, and it has continued to grow since then.
Geography
Douglas County covers an area of approximately 200 square miles. The terrain is mostly hilly, with the highest point being 1,000 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Chattahoochee River, which forms its western border.
The county is home to several state parks, including Sweetwater Creek State Park, which is located on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. The county also contains several lakes, including Lake Douglas, which is the largest lake in the county.
Economy
Douglas County’s economy is largely based on services and retail. The county is home to several large shopping centers, including Arbor Place Mall and The Avenue West Cobb. The county is also home to several large employers, including WellStar Douglas Hospital, the Douglas County School System, and the Douglas County Government.
The county’s unemployment rate was 4.2% in 2019, which is lower than the state average of 4.7%. The median household income in the county was $63,845 in 2019, which is higher than the state average of $60,486.
Demographics
As of 2019, Douglas County had a population of 144,845. The population is racially diverse, with the largest racial group being White (63.3%), followed by Black or African American (25.2%), Hispanic or Latino (7.2%), and Asian (2.7%).
The median age in the county is 36.3, which is slightly lower than the state average of 37.3. The county’s population is also slightly younger than the state average, with 28.3% of the population under the age of 18, compared to the state average of 27.2%.
The county’s population is also slightly more educated than the state average, with 28.3% of the population having a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the state average of 26.7%. The county’s poverty rate is also slightly lower than the state average, with 11.2% of the population living below the poverty line, compared to the state average of 14.2%.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Douglas County?
Total Population of Douglas County is 144,735.
What is the Total Male Population of Douglas County?
Total Male Population of Douglas County is 69,255.
What is the Total Female Population of Douglas County?
Total Female Population of Douglas County is 75,480.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Douglas County?
There are 91.75 Males per 100 Females in Douglas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Douglas County?
There are 108.99 Females per 100 Males in Douglas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Douglas County?
Median Population Age in Douglas County is 36.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Douglas County
Average Family Size in Douglas County is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Douglas County
Average Household Size in Douglas County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Douglas County?
Per Capita income in Douglas County is $34,010.
What is the Median Family Income in Douglas County?
Median Family Income in Douglas County is $86,053.
What is the Median Household income in Douglas County?
Median Household Income in Douglas County is $76,930.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Douglas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Douglas County is 19.1%.
Women in Douglas County earn 80.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Douglas County?
Family Income Deficit in Douglas County is $13,092.
Families that are below poverty line in Douglas County earn $13,092 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Douglas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Douglas County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Douglas County?
There are 75,343 People in the Labor Forcein in Douglas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Douglas County?
66.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Douglas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Douglas County?
Unemployment Rate in Douglas County is 6.6%.