Habersham County, GA
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Habersham County Overview
46,326
TOTAL POPULATION
22,076
MALE POPULATION
24,250
FEMALE POPULATION
91.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.85
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,069
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,176
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,292
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,906
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
21,646
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Habersham County
The most populous races in Habersham County are White / Caucasian (37,529 | 81.0%), Hispanic or Latino (7,549 | 16.3%), and Two or more Races (3,671 | 7.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,002 | 2.2% |
| Black / African American | 1,606 | 3.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 403 | 0.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7,549 | 16.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 247 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 37,529 | 81.0% |
| Two or more Races | 3,671 | 7.9% |
| Some other Race | 1,868 | 4.0% |
| Total | 46,326 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Habersham County
The most populous ancestries reported in Habersham County are American (7,459 | 16.1%), Mexican (6,080 | 13.1%), English (5,701 | 12.3%), Irish (4,247 | 9.2%), and German (2,339 | 5.1%), together accounting for 55.7% of all Habersham County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 112 | 0.2% |
| Alsatian | 9 | 0.0% |
| American | 7,459 | 16.1% |
| Apache | 19 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 148 | 0.3% |
| Argentinean | 14 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 154 | 0.3% |
| Belgian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 51 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 52 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 50 | 0.1% |
| British | 302 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 19 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 79 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 64 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 786 | 1.7% |
| Central American Indian | 57 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 223 | 0.5% |
| Colombian | 145 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 25 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 12 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 11 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 51 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 130 | 0.3% |
| Eastern European | 13 | 0.0% |
| English | 5,701 | 12.3% |
| Ethiopian | 8 | 0.0% |
| European | 1,142 | 2.5% |
| French | 301 | 0.6% |
| French Canadian | 63 | 0.1% |
| German | 2,339 | 5.1% |
| Ghanaian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 32 | 0.1% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 386 | 0.8% |
| Guatemalan | 646 | 1.4% |
| Hungarian | 73 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 49 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 4,247 | 9.2% |
| Italian | 384 | 0.8% |
| Jamaican | 46 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 285 | 0.6% |
| Lebanese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 38 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 321 | 0.7% |
| Mexican | 6,080 | 13.1% |
| Mexican American Indian | 175 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian | 41 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 30 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 124 | 0.3% |
| Portuguese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 278 | 0.6% |
| Russian | 76 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 117 | 0.3% |
| Samoan | 131 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 895 | 1.9% |
| Scottish | 717 | 1.5% |
| Serbian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 1 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 10 | 0.0% |
| South American | 166 | 0.4% |
| Spaniard | 2 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 75 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 270 | 0.6% |
| Subsaharan African | 123 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 263 | 0.6% |
| Swiss | 49 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 76 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 64 | 0.1% |
| Turkish | 11 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 35 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 202 | 0.4% |
| West Indian | 179 | 0.4% | View All 79 Rows |
Immigrants in Habersham County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Habersham County came from Latin America (3,507 | 7.6%), Central America (3,288 | 7.1%), Mexico (2,549 | 5.5%), Asia (672 | 1.5%), and Guatemala (635 | 1.4%), together accounting for 23.0% of all Habersham County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 45 | 0.1% |
| Argentina | 14 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 672 | 1.5% |
| Austria | 17 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 11 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 65 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 58 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 3,288 | 7.1% |
| China | 21 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 132 | 0.3% |
| Cuba | 12 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 13 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 8 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 42 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 9 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 95 | 0.2% |
| England | 46 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 101 | 0.2% |
| Germany | 24 | 0.1% |
| Ghana | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 635 | 1.4% |
| Hungary | 6 | 0.0% |
| India | 21 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 33 | 0.1% |
| Japan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 15 | 0.0% |
| Laos | 328 | 0.7% |
| Latin America | 3,507 | 7.6% |
| Mexico | 2,549 | 5.5% |
| Nigeria | 20 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 51 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Panama | 9 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 4 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 194 | 0.4% |
| South Africa | 14 | 0.0% |
| South America | 161 | 0.4% |
| South Central Asia | 25 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 589 | 1.3% |
| Thailand | 4 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 16 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 3 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 63 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 23 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 16 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 41 | 0.1% | View All 47 Rows |
Sex and Age in Habersham County
Sex and Age in Habersham County
The most populous age groups in Habersham County are 15 to 19 Years (1,717 | 7.8%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (1,828 | 7.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,288 (5.8%) | 1,265 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,207 (5.5%) | 1,283 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,652 (7.5%) | 1,591 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,717 (7.8%) | 1,828 (7.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,459 (6.6%) | 1,727 (7.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,397 (6.3%) | 1,547 (6.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,406 (6.4%) | 1,504 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,306 (5.9%) | 1,529 (6.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,084 (4.9%) | 1,423 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,425 (6.5%) | 1,542 (6.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,360 (6.2%) | 1,412 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,356 (6.1%) | 1,447 (6.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,363 (6.2%) | 1,540 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,498 (6.8%) | 1,349 (5.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 998 (4.5%) | 1,243 (5.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 611 (2.8%) | 830 (3.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 533 (2.4%) | 632 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 416 (1.9%) | 558 (2.3%) |
| Total | 22,076 (100.0%) | 24,250 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Habersham County
Median Family Size in Habersham County
The median family size in Habersham County is 3.45 persons per family, with single male/father families (777 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.29 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (8,437 | 78.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.34 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,437 (78.0%) | 3.34 |
| Single Male/Father | 777 (7.2%) | 4.29 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,598 (14.8%) | 3.61 |
| Total Families | 10,812 (100.0%) | 3.45 |
Median Household Size in Habersham County
The median household size in Habersham County is 2.82 persons per household, with single male/father households (777 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.46 persons per household. non-family households (4,794 | 30.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 8,437 (54.1%) | 3.40 |
| Single Male/Father | 777 (5.0%) | 4.46 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,598 (10.2%) | 3.85 |
| Non-family | 4,794 (30.7%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 15,606 (100.0%) | 2.82 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Habersham County
Out of a total of 15,606 households in Habersham County, 10,812 (69.3%) are family households, while 4,794 (30.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,895, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,163.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,163 (26.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,895 (31.4%) | 577 (3.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,212 (14.2%) | 16 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,089 (13.4%) | 38 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,016 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 499 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 101 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,812 (69.3%) | 4,794 (30.7%) |
Female Fertility in Habersham County
Fertility by Age in Habersham County
Average fertility rate in Habersham County is 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 (3.0%) | 5.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 256 (78.0%) | 54.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 62 (18.9%) | 13.0 |
| Total | 328 (100.0%) | 29.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Habersham County
61.9% of women with births (328) in Habersham 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 8.1% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 146 (57.0%) | 110 (43.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 57 (91.9%) | 5 (8.1%) |
| Total | 203 (61.9%) | 125 (38.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Habersham County
Average fertility rate in Habersham County is 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 96.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 36.3% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 26 (7.9%) | 10.0 |
| High School Diploma | 119 (36.3%) | 35.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 91 (27.7%) | 28.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (7.3%) | 18.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 68 (20.7%) | 96.0 |
| Total | 328 (100.0%) | 29.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Habersham County
38.1% of women with births in Habersham County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are least likely to be married with 85.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 23 (88.5%) | 3 (11.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 107 (89.9%) | 12 (10.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 39 (42.9%) | 52 (57.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (14.7%) | 58 (85.3%) |
| Total | 203 (61.9%) | 125 (38.1%) |
Income in Habersham County
Income Overview in Habersham County
Per Capita Income in Habersham County is $29,069, while median incomes of families and households are $74,176 and $61,292 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 46,326 | $29,069 |
| Median Family Income | 10,812 | $74,176 |
| Mean Family Income | 10,812 | $95,420 |
| Median Household Income | 15,606 | $61,292 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,606 | $81,009 |
| Income Deficit | 10,812 | $8,906 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 46,326 | 19.06% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 46,326 | 80.94¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 46,326 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Habersham County
Average Earnings in Habersham County are $32,068, $35,363 for men and $28,623 for women, a difference of 19.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 12,038 (52.4%) | $35,363 |
| Female | 10,937 (47.6%) | $28,623 |
| Total | 22,975 (100.0%) | $32,068 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Habersham County
The most common earnings brackets in Habersham County are $100,000+ for men (1,029 | 8.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (936 | 8.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 300 (2.5%) | 900 (8.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 256 (2.1%) | 551 (5.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 506 (4.2%) | 307 (2.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 596 (5.0%) | 436 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 432 (3.6%) | 577 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 371 (3.1%) | 414 (3.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 320 (2.7%) | 457 (4.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 530 (4.4%) | 363 (3.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 361 (3.0%) | 501 (4.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 330 (2.7%) | 395 (3.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 962 (8.0%) | 806 (7.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 1,008 (8.4%) | 936 (8.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 591 (4.9%) | 603 (5.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 635 (5.3%) | 532 (4.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 893 (7.4%) | 449 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 447 (3.7%) | 314 (2.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 816 (6.8%) | 507 (4.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 747 (6.2%) | 604 (5.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 908 (7.5%) | 461 (4.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,029 (8.6%) | 824 (7.5%) |
| Total | 12,038 (100.0%) | 10,937 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Habersham County
Average earnings in Habersham County are $41,568 for men and $32,684 for women, a difference of 21.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,521, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,816. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,931, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,900.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $31,816 | $25,941 |
| High School Diploma | $43,909 | $24,900 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $41,100 | $30,525 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $40,231 | $52,136 |
| Graduate Degree | $71,521 | $70,931 |
| Total | $41,568 | $32,684 |
Family Income in Habersham County
Family Income Brackets in Habersham County
According to the Habersham County family income data, there are 2,087 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.3% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 270 families (2.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 270 | 2.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 303 | 2.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 389 | 3.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,049 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,460 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,087 | 19.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,460 | 13.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,076 | 19.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 876 | 8.1% |
| $200,000+ | 843 | 7.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Habersham County
5-person families (882 | 8.2%) account for the highest median family income in Habersham County with $115,500 per family, while 2-person families (5,059 | 46.8%) have the highest median income of $36,232 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 5,059 (46.8%) | $72,464 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,158 (20.0%) | $63,117 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,257 (20.9%) | $73,867 |
| 5-Person Families | 882 (8.2%) | $115,500 |
| 6-Person Families | 393 (3.6%) | $105,446 |
| 7+ Person Families | 63 (0.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 10,812 (100.0%) | $74,176 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Habersham County
The median family income in Habersham County is $74,176, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,442) having the highest median family income of $102,990, while families with no earners (1,825) have the lowest median family income of $40,313, accounting for 13.3% and 16.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,825 (16.9%) | $40,313 |
| 1 Earner | 2,899 (26.8%) | $52,677 |
| 2 Earners | 4,646 (43.0%) | $92,885 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,442 (13.3%) | $102,990 |
| Total | 10,812 (100.0%) | $74,176 |
Household Income in Habersham County
Household Income Brackets in Habersham County
With 2,840 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Habersham County, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 827 households (5.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 827 | 5.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 890 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,280 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,623 | 10.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,951 | 12.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,840 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,888 | 12.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,419 | 15.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 890 | 5.7% |
| $200,000+ | 983 | 6.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Habersham County
The median household income in Habersham County is $61,292, with the highest median household income of $68,393 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,146 households (26.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,132, with 254 households (1.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 254 (1.6%) | $30,132 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,146 (26.6%) | $68,393 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 6,036 (38.7%) | $68,104 |
| 65+ Years | 5,170 (33.1%) | $48,056 |
| Total | 15,606 (100.0%) | $61,292 |
Poverty in Habersham County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Habersham County
With 11.4% poverty level for males and 15.7% for females among the residents of Habersham County, 16 and 17 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 207 males (29.5%) and 55 females (30.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 157 (13.2%) | 228 (18.3%) |
| 5 Years | 31 (24.2%) | 85 (20.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 214 (13.9%) | 252 (16.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 69 (5.8%) | 204 (25.1%) |
| 15 Years | 35 (12.5%) | 55 (30.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 207 (29.5%) | 141 (18.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 217 (11.0%) | 293 (15.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 349 (12.6%) | 449 (17.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 297 (12.5%) | 426 (17.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 222 (8.0%) | 223 (8.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 375 (13.8%) | 373 (12.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 233 (9.3%) | 501 (19.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (4.7%) | 233 (11.8%) |
| Total | 2,479 (11.4%) | 3,463 (15.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Habersham County
According to the poverty statistics in Habersham County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.3% of males and 91.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,029 (86.8%) | 1,016 (81.7%) |
| 5 Years | 97 (75.8%) | 324 (79.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,326 (86.1%) | 1,301 (83.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,122 (94.2%) | 608 (74.9%) |
| 15 Years | 245 (87.5%) | 125 (69.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 495 (70.5%) | 625 (81.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,749 (89.0%) | 1,666 (85.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,429 (87.4%) | 2,144 (82.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,087 (87.5%) | 2,046 (82.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,563 (92.0%) | 2,431 (91.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,344 (86.2%) | 2,535 (87.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,261 (90.7%) | 2,080 (80.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,472 (95.3%) | 1,747 (88.2%) |
| Total | 19,219 (88.6%) | 18,648 (84.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Habersham County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Habersham County show that 5.6% or 469 of the total 8,437 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 13 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.2%, which includes 264 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,851 (94.8%) | 264 (5.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,621 (94.3%) | 160 (5.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 496 (93.9%) | 32 (6.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Total | 7,968 (94.4%) | 469 (5.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Habersham County
According to the poverty data in Habersham County, 24.3% or 189 single-father households and 25.9% or 414 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (47.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 143 households (81.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 89 (25.1%) | 158 (20.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 78 (21.0%) | 113 (17.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 22 (47.8%) | 143 (81.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 189 (24.3%) | 414 (25.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Habersham County
The poverty data for Habersham County shows that 469 of the married-couple family households (5.6%) and 603 of the single-parent households (25.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 165 household (74.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 264 (5.2%) | 247 (22.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 160 (5.8%) | 191 (18.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 32 (6.1%) | 165 (74.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 469 (5.6%) | 603 (25.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Habersham County
Employment by Class of Employer in Habersham County
Among the 20,660 employed individuals in Habersham County, private company employees (14,112 | 68.3%), not-for-profit organizations (1,744 | 8.4%), and local government employees (1,418 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 14,112 | 68.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 927 | 4.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,234 | 6.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,744 | 8.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,418 | 6.9% |
| State Government Employees | 909 | 4.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 292 | 1.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 24 | 0.1% |
| Total | 20,660 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Habersham County
According to the labor force statistics for Habersham County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (37,580), 57.6% or 21,646 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 498 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 77.7% or 4,459 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.3% or 117 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,033 (33.5%) | 117 (11.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,421 (76.0%) | 121 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,279 (77.4%) | 39 (1.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,191 (75.3%) | 20 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,830 (71.7%) | 57 (1.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,459 (77.7%) | 62 (1.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,926 (68.7%) | 40 (2.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,809 (62.3%) | 36 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,455 (28.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 243 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21,646 (57.6%) | 498 (2.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Habersham County
According to labor force statistics for Habersham County, 72.9% of individuals (16,505) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (22,641) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 264 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 91.7% or 4,312 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.7% or 139 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2,436 (60.8%) | 228 (5.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 5,514 (67.5%) | 49 (0.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,231 (73.4%) | 92 (1.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,312 (91.7%) | 24 (0.5%) |
| Total | 16,505 (72.9%) | 362 (1.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Habersham County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Habersham County are Community & Social Service (2,236 | 10.6%), Management (1,657 | 7.8%), Education Instruction & Library (1,339 | 6.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,131 | 5.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (824 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Habersham County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (91.5%), Computers & Mathematics (86.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (75.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (75.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.8%), and Community & Social Service (69.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 736 (44.4%) | 921 (55.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 435 (55.4%) | 350 (44.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 623 (75.6%) | 201 (24.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 356 (86.2%) | 57 (13.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 149 (52.8%) | 133 (47.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 118 (91.5%) | 11 (8.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 686 (30.7%) | 1,550 (69.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 161 (49.2%) | 166 (50.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 68 (32.5%) | 141 (67.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 329 (24.6%) | 1,010 (75.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 128 (35.5%) | 233 (64.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 285 (25.2%) | 846 (74.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 200 (31.2%) | 440 (68.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,765 (41.7%) | 3,868 (58.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,383 (53.9%) | 9,743 (46.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Habersham County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,260 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (809 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (692 | 3.3%), Healthcare Support (461 | 2.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (417 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Habersham County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (91.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (85.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (98.1%), Personal Care & Service (67.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (55.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 9 (1.9%) | 452 (98.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 630 (91.0%) | 62 (9.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 355 (85.1%) | 62 (14.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 275 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 565 (44.8%) | 695 (55.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 531 (65.6%) | 278 (34.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 134 (32.9%) | 273 (67.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,869 (51.5%) | 1,760 (48.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,383 (53.9%) | 9,743 (46.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Habersham County are Office & Administration (2,473 | 11.7%), and Sales & Related (1,716 | 8.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 643 (37.5%) | 1,073 (62.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 796 (32.2%) | 1,677 (67.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,439 (34.4%) | 2,750 (65.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,383 (53.9%) | 9,743 (46.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Habersham County are Construction & Extraction (1,503 | 7.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (895 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (224 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 220 (98.2%) | 4 (1.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,474 (98.1%) | 29 (1.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 866 (96.8%) | 29 (3.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,560 (97.6%) | 62 (2.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,383 (53.9%) | 9,743 (46.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Habersham County are Production (2,294 | 10.9%), Transportation (890 | 4.2%), and Material Moving (869 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,407 (61.3%) | 887 (38.7%) |
| Transportation | 759 (85.3%) | 131 (14.7%) |
| Material Moving | 584 (67.2%) | 285 (32.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,750 (67.8%) | 1,303 (32.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,383 (53.9%) | 9,743 (46.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Habersham County
Employment Industries in Habersham County
The major employment industries in Habersham County include Manufacturing (3,937 | 18.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,259 | 10.7%), Educational Services (2,149 | 10.2%), Retail Trade (2,015 | 9.5%), and Construction (1,750 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Habersham County
The Habersham County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (94.3%), and Utilities (86.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.1%), and Educational Services (65.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 476 (85.3%) | 82 (14.7%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,650 (94.3%) | 100 (5.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 2,631 (66.8%) | 1,306 (33.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 257 (57.8%) | 188 (42.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 887 (44.0%) | 1,128 (56.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 599 (71.1%) | 243 (28.9%) |
| Utilities | 182 (86.7%) | 28 (13.3%) |
| Information | 317 (46.6%) | 364 (53.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 258 (44.9%) | 317 (55.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 107 (60.1%) | 71 (39.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 496 (47.1%) | 557 (52.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 481 (67.2%) | 235 (32.8%) |
| Educational Services | 743 (34.6%) | 1,406 (65.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 495 (21.9%) | 1,764 (78.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 101 (45.9%) | 119 (54.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 620 (38.6%) | 985 (61.4%) |
| Public Administration | 451 (54.9%) | 370 (45.1%) |
| Total | 11,383 (53.9%) | 9,743 (46.1%) |
Education in Habersham County
School Enrollment in Habersham County
The most common levels of schooling among the 11,370 students in Habersham County are middle school (2,710 | 23.8%), high school (2,584 | 22.7%), and college / undergraduate (2,558 | 22.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 840 | 7.4% |
| Kindergarten | 410 | 3.6% |
| Elementary School | 1,951 | 17.2% |
| Middle School | 2,710 | 23.8% |
| High School | 2,584 | 22.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,558 | 22.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 317 | 2.8% |
| Total | 11,370 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Habersham County
Out of a total of 11,370 students who are enrolled in schools in Habersham County, 2,229 (19.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 9,141 (80.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 465 (39.6% 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 3,008 (93.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 368 (69.0%) | 165 (31.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,928 (82.8%) | 400 (17.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 3,008 (93.4%) | 211 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,590 (84.3%) | 296 (15.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 852 (69.6%) | 372 (30.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 709 (60.4%) | 465 (39.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 341 (77.7%) | 98 (22.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 344 (60.7%) | 223 (39.3%) |
| Total | 9,141 (80.4%) | 2,229 (19.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Habersham County
Business (1,573 | 20.6%), education (1,154 | 15.1%), science & technology (797 | 10.4%), arts & humanities (621 | 8.1%), and computers & mathematics (474 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 7,632 individuals in Habersham County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 474 | 6.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 329 | 4.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 272 | 3.6% |
| Psychology | 341 | 4.5% |
| Social Sciences | 467 | 6.1% |
| Engineering | 224 | 2.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 48 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 797 | 10.4% |
| Business | 1,573 | 20.6% |
| Education | 1,154 | 15.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 271 | 3.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 425 | 5.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 368 | 4.8% |
| Communications | 268 | 3.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 621 | 8.1% |
| Total | 7,632 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Habersham County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Habersham County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Habersham County are males with 2 vehicles (3,654, accounting for 32.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,113, making up 39.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 470 (4.2%) | 155 (1.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,540 (13.9%) | 1,376 (14.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,654 (32.9%) | 3,113 (33.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,919 (26.3%) | 2,639 (28.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,439 (13.0%) | 1,101 (11.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1,083 (9.8%) | 934 (10.0%) |
| Total | 11,105 (100.0%) | 9,318 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Habersham County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Habersham County are 10 to 14 minutes (3,012 commuters, 15.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,943 commuters, 15.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (2,428 commuters, 12.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 727 | 3.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,404 | 12.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,012 | 15.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,943 | 15.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,428 | 12.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 828 | 4.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,695 | 8.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 713 | 3.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 852 | 4.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,657 | 8.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,021 | 5.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 810 | 4.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Habersham County
The most common commute times in Habersham County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,547 commuters, 14.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,493 commuters, 17.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 280 (2.6%) | 447 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,125 (10.7%) | 1,279 (15.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,547 (14.7%) | 1,465 (17.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,450 (13.7%) | 1,493 (17.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,503 (14.2%) | 925 (10.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 526 (5.0%) | 302 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,100 (10.4%) | 595 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 319 (3.0%) | 394 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 466 (4.4%) | 386 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,015 (9.6%) | 642 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 603 (5.7%) | 418 (4.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 622 (5.9%) | 188 (2.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Habersham County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Habersham County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,581, 15.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,525, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 737 (7.0%) | 162 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 756 (7.2%) | 270 (3.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 569 (5.4%) | 532 (6.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,326 (12.6%) | 572 (6.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 931 (8.8%) | 965 (11.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,581 (15.0%) | 1,525 (17.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,262 (12.0%) | 1,516 (17.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 686 (6.5%) | 894 (10.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 305 (2.9%) | 395 (4.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 406 (3.8%) | 274 (3.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 301 (2.9%) | 105 (1.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 120 (1.1%) | 95 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 633 (6.0%) | 467 (5.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 943 (8.9%) | 762 (8.9%) |
| Total | 10,556 (100.0%) | 8,534 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Habersham County
Occupancy by Ownership in Habersham County
Of the total 15,606 dwellings in Habersham County, owner-occupied units account for 11,754 (75.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,852 (24.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,754 | 75.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,852 | 24.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,606 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Habersham County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,163 | 26.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,472 | 35.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,228 | 14.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,743 | 24.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,606 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Habersham County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,759 (66.3%) | 1,404 (33.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,293 (78.4%) | 1,179 (21.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,669 (74.9%) | 559 (25.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,033 (81.0%) | 710 (19.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 11,754 (75.3%) | 3,852 (24.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Habersham County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,763 (66.2%) | 900 (33.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,426 (69.3%) | 1,517 (30.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,932 (76.9%) | 882 (23.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,633 (86.8%) | 553 (13.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Habersham County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,198 | 14.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,202 | 14.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,130 | 20.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,906 | 18.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,959 | 19.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,558 | 10.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 653 | 4.2% |
| Total | 15,606 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Habersham County
Median Income by Occupancy in Habersham County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 11,754 (75.3%) | $71,033 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,852 (24.7%) | $39,844 |
| Average | 15,606 (100.0%) | $61,292 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Habersham County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 253 (2.1%) | 155 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 251 (2.1%) | 166 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 560 (4.8%) | 333 (8.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 452 (3.8%) | 318 (8.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 294 (2.5%) | 216 (5.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,036 (8.8%) | 594 (15.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,376 (11.7%) | 575 (14.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,214 (18.8%) | 632 (16.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,514 (12.9%) | 374 (9.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,060 (17.5%) | 352 (9.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,744 (14.8%) | 137 (3.6%) |
| Total | 11,754 (100.0%) | 3,852 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Habersham County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,335 (11.4%) | 74 (1.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,256 (19.2%) | 192 (5.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,945 (16.6%) | 1,198 (31.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,123 (9.6%) | 775 (20.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,486 (21.1%) | 1,011 (26.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,529 (13.0%) | 144 (3.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 503 (4.3%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 252 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 325 (2.8%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| Total | 11,754 (100.0%) | 3,852 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Habersham County
Housing Structures in Habersham County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 11,081 | 71.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 210 | 1.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 199 | 1.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 362 | 2.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 337 | 2.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 255 | 1.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3,162 | 20.3% |
| Total | 15,606 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Habersham County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,485 (85.6%) | 1,596 (14.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 169 (80.5%) | 41 (19.5%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 50 (25.1%) | 149 (74.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 35 (9.7%) | 327 (90.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 13 (3.9%) | 324 (96.1%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 17 (6.7%) | 238 (93.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,985 (62.8%) | 1,177 (37.2%) |
| Total | 11,754 (75.3%) | 3,852 (24.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Habersham County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 27 (0.2%) | 33 (0.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 254 (2.2%) | 721 (18.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,728 (31.7%) | 2,055 (53.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,584 (39.0%) | 757 (19.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,161 (26.9%) | 286 (7.4%) |
| Total | 11,754 (100.0%) | 3,852 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Habersham County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,276 (10.9%) | 376 (9.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,115 (18.0%) | 251 (6.5%) |
| Electricity | 7,891 (67.1%) | 3,109 (80.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 22 (0.2%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 439 (3.7%) | 87 (2.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 11 (0.1%) | 23 (0.6%) |
| Total | 11,754 (100.0%) | 3,852 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Habersham County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 365 (3.1%) | 244 (6.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,623 (22.3%) | 1,981 (51.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,364 (37.1%) | 1,117 (29.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 4,402 (37.4%) | 510 (13.2%) |
| Total | 11,754 (100.0%) | 3,852 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Habersham County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Habersham County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 5,789 | 5,965 |
| Median Property Value | $168,100 | $199,500 |
| Median Household Income | $49,272 | $966 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $440 | $243 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,035 | $219 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Habersham County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 805 (13.9%) | 140 (2.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 876 (15.1%) | 340 (5.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,884 (49.8%) | 4,129 (69.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 814 (14.1%) | 869 (14.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 122 (2.1%) | 281 (4.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 47 (0.8%) | 146 (2.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 241 (4.2%) | 60 (1.0%) |
| Total | 5,789 (100.0%) | 5,965 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Habersham County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 334 (5.8%) | 30 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,101 (19.0%) | 170 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 725 (12.5%) | 205 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 754 (13.0%) | 311 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 744 (12.9%) | 622 (10.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 499 (8.6%) | 1,470 (24.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 854 (14.7%) | 1,015 (17.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 778 (13.4%) | 1,206 (20.2%) |
| Total | 5,789 (100.0%) | 5,965 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Habersham County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,902 (32.9%) | 78,609 (1,317.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,028 (17.8%) | 1,891 (31.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 625 (10.8%) | 1,711 (28.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,183 (37.7%) | 742 (12.4%) |
| Total | 5,789 (100.0%) | 5,965 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Habersham County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,149 (37.1%) | 25 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,708 (29.5%) | 1,300 (21.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,649 (28.5%) | 1,500 (25.2%) |
| Total | 5,789 (100.0%) | 5,965 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Habersham County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Habersham County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,938 (95.1%) | 152 (4.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,256 (90.3%) | 783 (9.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,226 (75.5%) | 1,047 (24.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,212 (67.0%) | 1,584 (33.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,424 (70.8%) | 1,410 (29.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,491 (82.6%) | 948 (17.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,705 (83.6%) | 922 (16.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,063 (99.8%) | 12 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,525 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 37,840 (84.7%) | 6,858 (15.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Habersham County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,938 (95.1%) | 152 (4.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,256 (90.3%) | 783 (9.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,226 (75.5%) | 1,047 (24.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Habersham County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,001 (75.8%) | 1,275 (24.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 7,179 (75.4%) | 2,339 (24.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7,034 (86.0%) | 1,146 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5,363 (87.2%) | 789 (12.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 13,572 (91.5%) | 1,266 (8.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Habersham County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,357 (43.9%) | 1,683 (54.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,871 (35.7%) | 4,730 (58.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 632 (14.8%) | 2,619 (61.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 667 (13.9%) | 2,772 (57.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 565 (11.7%) | 3,034 (62.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 665 (12.2%) | 4,002 (73.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,203 (21.4%) | 3,725 (66.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,409 (86.9%) | 2,602 (51.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,484 (98.8%) | 2,273 (64.5%) |
| Total | 15,853 (35.5%) | 27,440 (61.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Habersham County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 150 (3.9%) | 165 (4.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 435 (8.8%) | 315 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,022 (13.0%) | 1,429 (17.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 834 (33.4%) | 917 (35.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 905 (58.6%) | 1,125 (56.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Habersham County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 29 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 45 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 316 (4.0%) | 132 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 393 (15.8%) | 182 (7.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 638 (41.3%) | 478 (24.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.3%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 95 (1.9%) | 105 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 257 (3.3%) | 167 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 138 (5.5%) | 393 (15.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 398 (25.8%) | 317 (16.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 121 (3.2%) | 129 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 276 (5.6%) | 59 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 338 (4.3%) | 594 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 208 (8.3%) | 154 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 383 (24.8%) | 471 (23.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 161 (3.2%) | 78 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 558 (7.1%) | 977 (12.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 371 (14.9%) | 565 (21.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 591 (38.3%) | 749 (37.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.5%) | 35 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 120 (2.4%) | 22 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 142 (1.8%) | 405 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 86 (3.5%) | 225 (8.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 319 (20.6%) | 309 (15.6%) |
Technology Access in Habersham County
Computing Device Access in Habersham County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 11,050 | 70.8% |
| Smartphone | 12,956 | 83.0% |
| Tablet | 9,009 | 57.7% |
| No Computing Device | 1,652 | 10.6% |
| Total | 15,606 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Habersham County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 10,575 | 67.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,076 | 13.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,524 | 9.8% |
| No Internet | 2,472 | 15.8% |
| Total | 15,606 | 100.0% |
Habersham County Summary
Habersham County is located in the northeast corner of the state of Georgia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is bordered by Rabun County to the north, Stephens County to the east, White County to the south, and Hall County to the west. The county seat is Clarkesville, and the largest city is Cornelia. The county was created in 1818 from Cherokee and Creek Indian lands, and was named for Colonel Joseph Habersham, a Revolutionary War hero and former Georgia governor.
Habersham County covers an area of approximately 437 square miles, and is home to a population of approximately 43,000 people. The county is largely rural, with a few small towns and villages scattered throughout. The terrain is mostly mountainous, with the highest point being Brasstown Bald, at 4,784 feet. The county is home to several state parks and recreation areas, including Tallulah Gorge State Park, Moccasin Creek State Park, and Unicoi State Park.
The economy of Habersham County is largely based on agriculture, with the main crops being corn, soybeans, and hay. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a carpet mill, a furniture factory, and a paper mill. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, with visitors coming to enjoy the area's natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Demographically, Habersham County is predominantly white, with a small African American population. The median household income is approximately $41,000, and the median home value is around $130,000. The unemployment rate is slightly higher than the state average, at around 6.5%.
Habersham County is served by the Habersham County School System, which consists of nine elementary schools, three middle schools, and two high schools. The county is also home to several private schools, including a Christian school and a Montessori school. The county is served by two hospitals, Habersham Medical Center and Stephens County Hospital.
Habersham County is a beautiful and diverse area, with a rich history and a vibrant economy. It is a great place to live, work, and raise a family, and offers a variety of recreational activities and attractions. With its stunning natural beauty, friendly people, and strong economy, Habersham County is a great place to call home.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Habersham County?
Total Population of Habersham County is 46,326.
What is the Total Male Population of Habersham County?
Total Male Population of Habersham County is 22,076.
What is the Total Female Population of Habersham County?
Total Female Population of Habersham County is 24,250.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Habersham County?
There are 91.04 Males per 100 Females in Habersham County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Habersham County?
There are 109.85 Females per 100 Males in Habersham County.
What is the Median Population Age in Habersham County?
Median Population Age in Habersham County is 39.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Habersham County
Average Family Size in Habersham County is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Habersham County
Average Household Size in Habersham County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Habersham County?
Per Capita income in Habersham County is $29,069.
What is the Median Family Income in Habersham County?
Median Family Income in Habersham County is $74,176.
What is the Median Household income in Habersham County?
Median Household Income in Habersham County is $61,292.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Habersham County?
Income or Wage Gap in Habersham County is 19.1%.
Women in Habersham County earn 80.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Habersham County?
Family Income Deficit in Habersham County is $8,906.
Families that are below poverty line in Habersham County earn $8,906 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Habersham County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Habersham County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Habersham County?
There are 21,646 People in the Labor Forcein in Habersham County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Habersham County?
57.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Habersham County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Habersham County?
Unemployment Rate in Habersham County is 2.3%.