Heard County, GA
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Heard County Overview
11,489
TOTAL POPULATION
5,718
MALE POPULATION
5,771
FEMALE POPULATION
99.08
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.93
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,386
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,516
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,965
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,828
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,982
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Heard County Area Codes
Race in Heard County
The most populous races in Heard County are White / Caucasian (9,861 | 85.8%), Black / African American (980 | 8.5%), and Two or more Races (518 | 4.5%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 59 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 980 | 8.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 366 | 3.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 4 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,861 | 85.8% |
| Two or more Races | 518 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 65 | 0.6% |
| Total | 11,489 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Heard County
The most populous ancestries reported in Heard County are American (2,093 | 18.2%), English (1,267 | 11.0%), Irish (1,076 | 9.4%), German (610 | 5.3%), and Scottish (301 | 2.6%), together accounting for 46.5% of all Heard County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 10 | 0.1% |
| American | 2,093 | 18.2% |
| British | 27 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 26 | 0.2% |
| Central American | 20 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 161 | 1.4% |
| Choctaw | 16 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 29 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 2 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 74 | 0.6% |
| Eastern European | 3 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,267 | 11.0% |
| European | 154 | 1.3% |
| French | 192 | 1.7% |
| French Canadian | 28 | 0.2% |
| German | 610 | 5.3% |
| Honduran | 20 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 4 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 1,076 | 9.4% |
| Italian | 141 | 1.2% |
| Mexican | 275 | 2.4% |
| Navajo | 18 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 20 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 15 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 4 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 42 | 0.4% |
| Romanian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 19 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 192 | 1.7% |
| Scottish | 301 | 2.6% |
| Sri Lankan | 40 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 10 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 54 | 0.5% |
| Tongan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 105 | 0.9% | View All 36 Rows |
Immigrants in Heard County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Heard County came from Latin America (104 | 0.9%), Central America (90 | 0.8%), Mexico (90 | 0.8%), Asia (64 | 0.6%), and South Eastern Asia (40 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.4% of all Heard County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 64 | 0.6% |
| Central America | 90 | 0.8% |
| China | 4 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 14 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 19 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 10 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 30 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 15 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 15 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 104 | 0.9% |
| Mexico | 90 | 0.8% |
| Northern Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
| South America | 14 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 40 | 0.4% |
| Sweden | 5 | 0.0% |
| Uzbekistan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 40 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 15 | 0.1% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Heard County
Sex and Age in Heard County
The most populous age groups in Heard County are 55 to 59 Years (481 | 8.4%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (531 | 9.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 334 (5.8%) | 294 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 418 (7.3%) | 304 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 331 (5.8%) | 369 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 440 (7.7%) | 323 (5.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 297 (5.2%) | 531 (9.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 366 (6.4%) | 320 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 384 (6.7%) | 356 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 250 (4.4%) | 315 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 384 (6.7%) | 346 (6.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 381 (6.7%) | 377 (6.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 411 (7.2%) | 382 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 481 (8.4%) | 328 (5.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 329 (5.8%) | 496 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 298 (5.2%) | 284 (4.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 306 (5.3%) | 357 (6.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 167 (2.9%) | 210 (3.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 73 (1.3%) | 92 (1.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 68 (1.2%) | 87 (1.5%) |
| Total | 5,718 (100.0%) | 5,771 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Heard County
Median Family Size in Heard County
The median family size in Heard County is 3.05 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,085 | 66.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.29 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (300 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,085 (66.7%) | 3.29 |
| Single Male/Father | 300 (9.6%) | 2.24 |
| Single Female/Mother | 741 (23.7%) | 2.71 |
| Total Families | 3,126 (100.0%) | 3.05 |
Median Household Size in Heard County
The median household size in Heard County is 2.58 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,085 | 47.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.3 persons per household. non-family households (1,279 | 29.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,085 (47.3%) | 3.30 |
| Single Male/Father | 300 (6.8%) | 2.65 |
| Single Female/Mother | 741 (16.8%) | 2.96 |
| Non-family | 1,279 (29.0%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 4,405 (100.0%) | 2.58 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Heard County
Out of a total of 4,405 households in Heard County, 3,126 (71.0%) are family households, while 1,279 (29.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,329, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,127.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,127 (25.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,329 (30.2%) | 136 (3.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 756 (17.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 678 (15.4%) | 16 (0.4%) |
| 5-Person Households | 211 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 92 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 60 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,126 (71.0%) | 1,279 (29.0%) |
Female Fertility in Heard County
Fertility by Age in Heard County
Average fertility rate in Heard County is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 98.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 130 (98.5%) | 108.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (1.5%) | 2.0 |
| Total | 132 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Heard County
44.7% of women with births (132) in Heard County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 56.1% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 57 (43.9%) | 73 (56.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 59 (44.7%) | 73 (55.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Heard County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 78 (59.1%) | 82.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 53 (40.2%) | 71.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 1 (0.8%) | 4.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 132 (100.0%) | 50.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Heard County
55.3% of women with births in Heard 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 56.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 34 (43.6%) | 44 (56.4%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 24 (45.3%) | 29 (54.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 59 (44.7%) | 73 (55.3%) |
Income in Heard County
Income Overview in Heard County
Per Capita Income in Heard County is $32,386, while median incomes of families and households are $71,516 and $62,965 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 11,489 | $32,386 |
| Median Family Income | 3,126 | $71,516 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,126 | $81,215 |
| Median Household Income | 4,405 | $62,965 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,405 | $80,834 |
| Income Deficit | 3,126 | $10,828 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 11,489 | 52.09% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 11,489 | 47.91¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 11,489 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Heard County
Average Earnings in Heard County are $35,845, $49,829 for men and $23,873 for women, a difference of 52.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,030 (56.2%) | $49,829 |
| Female | 2,361 (43.8%) | $23,873 |
| Total | 5,391 (100.0%) | $35,845 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Heard County
The most common earnings brackets in Heard County are $100,000+ for men (605 | 20.0%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (198 | 8.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 68 (2.2%) | 98 (4.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 96 (3.2%) | 126 (5.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 49 (1.6%) | 162 (6.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 27 (0.9%) | 150 (6.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 93 (3.1%) | 129 (5.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 84 (2.8%) | 198 (8.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 105 (3.5%) | 82 (3.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 7 (0.2%) | 46 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 74 (2.4%) | 100 (4.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 69 (2.3%) | 163 (6.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 276 (9.1%) | 148 (6.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 127 (4.2%) | 156 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 171 (5.6%) | 143 (6.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 108 (3.6%) | 94 (4.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 166 (5.5%) | 134 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 236 (7.8%) | 101 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 208 (6.9%) | 69 (2.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 291 (9.6%) | 148 (6.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 170 (5.6%) | 66 (2.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 605 (20.0%) | 48 (2.0%) |
| Total | 3,030 (100.0%) | 2,361 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Heard County
Average earnings in Heard County are $53,034 for men and $28,641 for women, a difference of 46.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $115,750, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,321. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,818, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $16,534.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $37,321 | $25,303 |
| High School Diploma | $48,363 | $28,842 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,169 | $16,534 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $115,750 | $53,846 |
| Graduate Degree | $69,250 | $61,818 |
| Total | $53,034 | $28,641 |
Family Income in Heard County
Family Income Brackets in Heard County
According to the Heard County family income data, there are 666 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 131 families (4.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 138 | 4.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 131 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 238 | 7.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 194 | 6.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 319 | 10.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 666 | 21.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 550 | 17.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 535 | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 222 | 7.1% |
| $200,000+ | 134 | 4.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Heard County
6-person families (101 | 3.2%) account for the highest median family income in Heard County with $91,042 per family, while 2-person families (1,508 | 48.2%) have the highest median income of $32,188 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,508 (48.2%) | $64,375 |
| 3-Person Families | 640 (20.5%) | $78,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 634 (20.3%) | $78,611 |
| 5-Person Families | 200 (6.4%) | $84,048 |
| 6-Person Families | 101 (3.2%) | $91,042 |
| 7+ Person Families | 43 (1.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,126 (100.0%) | $71,516 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Heard County
The median family income in Heard County is $71,516, with families comprising 3+ earners (283) having the highest median family income of $132,670, while families with no earners (640) have the lowest median family income of $31,216, accounting for 9.0% and 20.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 640 (20.5%) | $31,216 |
| 1 Earner | 1,058 (33.9%) | $66,752 |
| 2 Earners | 1,145 (36.6%) | $84,489 |
| 3+ Earners | 283 (9.0%) | $132,670 |
| Total | 3,126 (100.0%) | $71,516 |
Household Income in Heard County
Household Income Brackets in Heard County
With 793 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Heard County, accounting for 18.0% of all households. In contrast, only 220 households (5.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 251 | 5.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 304 | 6.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 507 | 11.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 308 | 7.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 511 | 11.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 793 | 18.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 661 | 15.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 626 | 14.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 225 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 220 | 5.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Heard County
The median household income in Heard County is $62,965, with the highest median household income of $73,676 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,732 households (39.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,073, with 1,266 households (28.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 203 (4.6%) | $45,575 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,204 (27.3%) | $65,870 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,732 (39.3%) | $73,676 |
| 65+ Years | 1,266 (28.7%) | $42,073 |
| Total | 4,405 (100.0%) | $62,965 |
Poverty in Heard County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Heard County
With 14.1% poverty level for males and 19.3% for females among the residents of Heard County, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 35 males (40.7%) and 51 females (53.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 47 (14.1%) | 59 (20.1%) |
| 5 Years | 49 (27.7%) | 2 (4.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 123 (31.7%) | 95 (18.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 13 (8.7%) | 51 (53.1%) |
| 15 Years | 35 (40.7%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 33 (17.4%) | 34 (20.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 60 (13.3%) | 96 (17.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 70 (9.6%) | 72 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 82 (13.0%) | 172 (26.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 50 (6.4%) | 91 (12.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 202 (24.9%) | 239 (29.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (1.8%) | 123 (19.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (5.7%) | 59 (17.8%) |
| Total | 792 (14.1%) | 1,095 (19.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Heard County
According to the poverty statistics in Heard County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.2% of males and 98.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 287 (85.9%) | 235 (79.9%) |
| 5 Years | 128 (72.3%) | 48 (96.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 265 (68.3%) | 416 (81.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 137 (91.3%) | 45 (46.9%) |
| 15 Years | 51 (59.3%) | 125 (98.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 157 (82.6%) | 132 (79.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 393 (86.8%) | 465 (82.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 662 (90.4%) | 598 (89.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 547 (87.0%) | 489 (74.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 731 (93.6%) | 668 (88.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 608 (75.1%) | 585 (71.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 585 (98.2%) | 505 (80.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 284 (94.4%) | 273 (82.2%) |
| Total | 4,835 (85.9%) | 4,584 (80.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Heard County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Heard County show that 9.2% or 191 of the total 2,085 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.5%, which includes 53 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,112 (95.5%) | 53 (4.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 603 (85.7%) | 101 (14.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 179 (83.6%) | 35 (16.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,894 (90.8%) | 191 (9.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Heard County
According to the poverty data in Heard County, 19.7% or 59 single-father households and 27.4% or 203 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 25 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 10 (9.0%) | 58 (18.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 24 (14.6%) | 120 (30.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 25 (100.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 59 (19.7%) | 203 (27.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Heard County
The poverty data for Heard County shows that 191 of the married-couple family households (9.2%) and 262 of the single-parent households (25.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 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 50 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 53 (4.5%) | 68 (15.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 101 (14.3%) | 144 (25.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 35 (16.4%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 191 (9.2%) | 262 (25.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Heard County
Employment by Class of Employer in Heard County
Among the 4,470 employed individuals in Heard County, private company employees (3,218 | 72.0%), local government employees (433 | 9.7%), and state government employees (228 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,218 | 72.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 165 | 3.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 158 | 3.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 200 | 4.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 433 | 9.7% |
| State Government Employees | 228 | 5.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 66 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 2 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,470 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Heard County
According to the labor force statistics for Heard County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,226), 54.0% or 4,982 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 269 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 81.9% or 606 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.9% or 90 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 179 (32.5%) | 12 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 633 (76.4%) | 42 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 540 (78.7%) | 9 (1.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 606 (81.9%) | 90 (14.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,020 (78.8%) | 82 (8.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,114 (71.8%) | 32 (2.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 328 (40.5%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 323 (39.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 174 (14.0%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 60 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,982 (54.0%) | 269 (5.4%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Heard County
According to labor force statistics for Heard County, 66.6% of individuals (3,933) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,906) are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 212 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 89.5% or 659 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.5% or 139 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 318 (37.7%) | 67 (7.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,641 (64.6%) | 216 (8.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,313 (73.5%) | 66 (3.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 659 (89.5%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| Total | 3,933 (66.6%) | 319 (5.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Heard County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Heard County are Community & Social Service (469 | 10.0%), Education Instruction & Library (334 | 7.1%), Management (244 | 5.2%), Business & Financial (214 | 4.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (177 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Heard County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (88.9%), Architecture & Engineering (86.4%), and Management (70.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (90.7%), and Community & Social Service (81.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 173 (70.9%) | 71 (29.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 118 (55.1%) | 96 (44.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 92 (68.7%) | 42 (31.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 (88.9%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 76 (86.4%) | 12 (13.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 8 (21.6%) | 29 (78.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 89 (19.0%) | 380 (81.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 5 (9.3%) | 49 (90.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 71 (21.3%) | 263 (78.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 13 (43.3%) | 17 (56.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 42 (23.7%) | 135 (76.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 21 (22.3%) | 73 (77.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 514 (41.5%) | 724 (58.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,661 (56.6%) | 2,044 (43.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Heard County are Food Preparation & Serving (199 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (126 | 2.7%), Healthcare Support (116 | 2.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (106 | 2.2%), and Personal Care & Service (104 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Heard County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (95.5%), Security & Protection (74.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (51.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.2%), Personal Care & Service (76.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (72.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 9 (7.8%) | 107 (92.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 94 (74.6%) | 32 (25.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 31 (51.7%) | 29 (48.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 63 (95.5%) | 3 (4.5%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 60 (30.1%) | 139 (69.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 29 (27.4%) | 77 (72.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 25 (24.0%) | 79 (76.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 217 (33.3%) | 434 (66.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,661 (56.6%) | 2,044 (43.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Heard County are Office & Administration (446 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (330 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 103 (31.2%) | 227 (68.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 84 (18.8%) | 362 (81.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 187 (24.1%) | 589 (75.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,661 (56.6%) | 2,044 (43.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Heard County are Construction & Extraction (547 | 11.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (486 | 10.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (8 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 547 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 486 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,041 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,661 (56.6%) | 2,044 (43.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Heard County are Production (461 | 9.8%), Material Moving (308 | 6.6%), and Transportation (230 | 4.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 349 (75.7%) | 112 (24.3%) |
| Transportation | 207 (90.0%) | 23 (10.0%) |
| Material Moving | 146 (47.4%) | 162 (52.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 702 (70.3%) | 297 (29.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,661 (56.6%) | 2,044 (43.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Heard County
Employment Industries in Heard County
The major employment industries in Heard County include Construction (841 | 17.9%), Manufacturing (648 | 13.8%), Retail Trade (560 | 11.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (503 | 10.7%), and Educational Services (432 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Heard County
The Heard County industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (98.6%), Construction (95.7%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (95.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.7%), Educational Services (82.4%), and Retail Trade (68.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 39 (95.1%) | 2 (4.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 805 (95.7%) | 36 (4.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 499 (77.0%) | 149 (23.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 72 (98.6%) | 1 (1.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 177 (31.6%) | 383 (68.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 123 (61.8%) | 76 (38.2%) |
| Utilities | 80 (82.5%) | 17 (17.5%) |
| Information | 29 (76.3%) | 9 (23.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 42 (42.9%) | 56 (57.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 31 (75.6%) | 10 (24.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 162 (72.0%) | 63 (28.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 107 (42.1%) | 147 (57.9%) |
| Educational Services | 76 (17.6%) | 356 (82.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 87 (17.3%) | 416 (82.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 49 (81.7%) | 11 (18.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 55 (34.8%) | 103 (65.2%) |
| Public Administration | 90 (55.6%) | 72 (44.4%) |
| Total | 2,661 (56.6%) | 2,044 (43.4%) |
Education in Heard County
School Enrollment in Heard County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,562 students in Heard County are high school (629 | 24.5%), middle school (593 | 23.2%), and elementary school (521 | 20.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 125 | 4.9% |
| Kindergarten | 223 | 8.7% |
| Elementary School | 521 | 20.3% |
| Middle School | 593 | 23.2% |
| High School | 629 | 24.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 364 | 14.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 107 | 4.2% |
| Total | 2,562 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Heard County
Out of a total of 2,562 students who are enrolled in schools in Heard County, 215 (8.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,347 (91.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 19 (30.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 702 (97.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 83 (96.5%) | 3 (3.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 702 (97.5%) | 18 (2.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 628 (90.5%) | 66 (9.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 485 (95.7%) | 22 (4.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 82 (71.3%) | 33 (28.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 215 (91.1%) | 21 (8.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 110 (77.5%) | 32 (22.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 43 (69.4%) | 19 (30.6%) |
| Total | 2,347 (91.6%) | 215 (8.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Heard County
Business (245 | 25.4%), education (226 | 23.4%), arts & humanities (125 | 13.0%), social sciences (58 | 6.0%), and science & technology (58 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 964 individuals in Heard County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 57 | 5.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 46 | 4.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 33 | 3.4% |
| Psychology | 38 | 3.9% |
| Social Sciences | 58 | 6.0% |
| Engineering | 15 | 1.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 58 | 6.0% |
| Business | 245 | 25.4% |
| Education | 226 | 23.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 12 | 1.2% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 3 | 0.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 48 | 5.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 125 | 13.0% |
| Total | 964 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Heard County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Heard County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Heard County are males with 2 vehicles (1,088, accounting for 42.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (869, making up 57.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 53 (2.1%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 395 (15.4%) | 172 (9.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,088 (42.5%) | 869 (45.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 546 (21.3%) | 458 (24.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 293 (11.4%) | 206 (10.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 187 (7.3%) | 176 (9.2%) |
| Total | 2,562 (100.0%) | 1,908 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Heard County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Heard County are 30 to 34 minutes (947 commuters, 22.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (512 commuters, 11.9%), and 15 to 19 minutes (435 commuters, 10.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 172 | 4.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 152 | 3.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 297 | 6.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 435 | 10.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 512 | 11.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 308 | 7.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 947 | 22.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 190 | 4.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 187 | 4.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 423 | 9.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 401 | 9.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 290 | 6.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Heard County
The most common commute times in Heard County are 30 to 34 minutes (448 commuters, 18.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (499 commuters, 27.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 41 (1.7%) | 131 (7.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 66 (2.6%) | 86 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 143 (5.7%) | 154 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 275 (11.0%) | 160 (8.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 282 (11.3%) | 230 (12.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 135 (5.4%) | 173 (9.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 448 (18.0%) | 499 (27.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 163 (6.5%) | 27 (1.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 93 (3.7%) | 94 (5.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 295 (11.8%) | 128 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 264 (10.6%) | 137 (7.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 287 (11.5%) | 3 (0.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Heard County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Heard County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (539, 21.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (328, 18.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 260 (10.4%) | 87 (4.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 189 (7.6%) | 66 (3.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 134 (5.4%) | 20 (1.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 295 (11.8%) | 182 (10.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 288 (11.6%) | 195 (10.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 539 (21.6%) | 328 (18.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 195 (7.8%) | 283 (15.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 117 (4.7%) | 162 (8.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 86 (3.5%) | 77 (4.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 94 (5.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 35 (1.4%) | 43 (2.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 207 (8.3%) | 191 (10.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 147 (5.9%) | 70 (3.8%) |
| Total | 2,492 (100.0%) | 1,822 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Heard County
Occupancy by Ownership in Heard County
Of the total 4,405 dwellings in Heard County, owner-occupied units account for 3,143 (71.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,262 (28.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,143 | 71.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,262 | 28.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,405 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Heard County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,127 | 25.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,465 | 33.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 756 | 17.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,057 | 24.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,405 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Heard County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 722 (64.1%) | 405 (35.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,236 (84.4%) | 229 (15.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 451 (59.7%) | 305 (40.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 734 (69.4%) | 323 (30.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,143 (71.4%) | 1,262 (28.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Heard County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 451 (69.2%) | 201 (30.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,281 (72.1%) | 497 (28.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 975 (67.3%) | 473 (32.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 436 (82.7%) | 91 (17.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Heard County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 735 | 16.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 672 | 15.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 800 | 18.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 932 | 21.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 857 | 19.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 352 | 8.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 57 | 1.3% |
| Total | 4,405 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Heard County
Median Income by Occupancy in Heard County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,143 (71.4%) | $67,098 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,262 (28.6%) | $36,574 |
| Average | 4,405 (100.0%) | $62,965 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Heard County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 16 (0.5%) | 95 (7.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 68 (2.2%) | 71 (5.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 141 (4.5%) | 162 (12.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 94 (3.0%) | 91 (7.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 217 (6.9%) | 104 (8.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 219 (7.0%) | 91 (7.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 401 (12.8%) | 110 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 596 (19.0%) | 199 (15.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 452 (14.4%) | 208 (16.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 526 (16.7%) | 99 (7.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 413 (13.1%) | 32 (2.5%) |
| Total | 3,143 (100.0%) | 1,262 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Heard County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 430 (13.7%) | 71 (5.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 612 (19.5%) | 82 (6.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 610 (19.4%) | 367 (29.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 498 (15.8%) | 240 (19.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 417 (13.3%) | 290 (23.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 421 (13.4%) | 26 (2.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 94 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 26 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 35 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,143 (100.0%) | 1,262 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Heard County
Housing Structures in Heard County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,720 | 61.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 38 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 90 | 2.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 116 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 82 | 1.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 16 | 0.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,343 | 30.5% |
| Total | 4,405 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Heard County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,270 (83.5%) | 450 (16.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 116 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 82 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 835 (62.2%) | 508 (37.8%) |
| Total | 3,143 (71.4%) | 1,262 (28.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Heard County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 130 (4.1%) | 112 (8.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,129 (35.9%) | 672 (53.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,224 (38.9%) | 347 (27.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 660 (21.0%) | 131 (10.4%) |
| Total | 3,143 (100.0%) | 1,262 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Heard County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 161 (5.1%) | 169 (13.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,229 (39.1%) | 346 (27.4%) |
| Electricity | 1,572 (50.0%) | 692 (54.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| All other Fuels | 157 (5.0%) | 51 (4.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 18 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,143 (100.0%) | 1,262 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Heard County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 44 (1.4%) | 172 (13.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 674 (21.4%) | 433 (34.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,399 (44.5%) | 422 (33.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,026 (32.6%) | 235 (18.6%) |
| Total | 3,143 (100.0%) | 1,262 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Heard County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Heard County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,654 | 1,489 |
| Median Property Value | $112,100 | $166,600 |
| Median Household Income | $61,420 | $266 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $428 | $34 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $811 | $111 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Heard County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 375 (22.7%) | 109 (7.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 281 (17.0%) | 145 (9.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 800 (48.4%) | 925 (62.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 166 (10.0%) | 269 (18.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 22 (1.3%) | 41 (2.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 9 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,654 (100.0%) | 1,489 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Heard County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 80 (4.8%) | 17 (1.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 284 (17.2%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 109 (6.6%) | 168 (11.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 207 (12.5%) | 110 (7.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 345 (20.9%) | 194 (13.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 209 (12.6%) | 251 (16.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 273 (16.5%) | 243 (16.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 147 (8.9%) | 253 (17.0%) |
| Total | 1,654 (100.0%) | 1,489 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Heard County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 967 (58.5%) | 75,795 (5,090.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 198 (12.0%) | 603 (40.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 128 (7.7%) | 364 (24.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 361 (21.8%) | 180 (12.1%) |
| Total | 1,654 (100.0%) | 1,489 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Heard County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 726 (43.9%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 430 (26.0%) | 518 (34.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 312 (18.9%) | 527 (35.4%) |
| Total | 1,654 (100.0%) | 1,489 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Heard County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Heard County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 820 (95.9%) | 35 (4.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,764 (91.2%) | 170 (8.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 601 (59.0%) | 418 (41.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,055 (86.2%) | 169 (13.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 960 (74.4%) | 330 (25.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,183 (76.8%) | 357 (23.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,509 (92.3%) | 125 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,224 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 633 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,749 (85.9%) | 1,604 (14.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Heard County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 820 (95.9%) | 35 (4.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,764 (91.2%) | 170 (8.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 601 (59.0%) | 418 (41.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Heard County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,588 (81.3%) | 365 (18.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,423 (80.4%) | 346 (19.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,682 (85.2%) | 292 (14.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,853 (87.6%) | 263 (12.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,203 (90.4%) | 338 (9.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Heard County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 599 (70.1%) | 246 (28.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 952 (49.2%) | 851 (44.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 99 (9.7%) | 505 (49.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 375 (30.6%) | 736 (60.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 245 (19.0%) | 729 (56.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 209 (13.6%) | 1,051 (68.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 861 (52.7%) | 790 (48.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,213 (99.1%) | 570 (46.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 621 (98.1%) | 215 (34.0%) |
| Total | 5,174 (45.6%) | 5,693 (50.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Heard County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 91 (8.9%) | 101 (10.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 71 (6.0%) | 159 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 636 (28.6%) | 674 (30.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 205 (34.4%) | 329 (52.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 192 (63.8%) | 249 (75.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Heard County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 225 (10.1%) | 73 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 125 (21.0%) | 88 (14.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 87 (28.9%) | 54 (16.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (2.6%) | 13 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 148 (6.7%) | 212 (9.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (6.9%) | 73 (11.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 65 (21.6%) | 74 (22.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (5.6%) | 76 (7.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (1.3%) | 67 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 235 (10.6%) | 391 (17.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 57 (9.6%) | 63 (10.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 66 (21.9%) | 32 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.7%) | 48 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 297 (13.4%) | 497 (22.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 122 (20.5%) | 254 (40.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 151 (50.2%) | 158 (47.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 51 (5.0%) | 6 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.7%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 109 (4.9%) | 124 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (7.7%) | 65 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (22.9%) | 46 (13.9%) |
Technology Access in Heard County
Computing Device Access in Heard County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,758 | 62.6% |
| Smartphone | 3,463 | 78.6% |
| Tablet | 2,156 | 48.9% |
| No Computing Device | 554 | 12.6% |
| Total | 4,405 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Heard County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 4 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 1,701 | 38.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 844 | 19.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 759 | 17.2% |
| No Internet | 1,127 | 25.6% |
| Total | 4,405 | 100.0% |
Heard County Summary
Heard County is a county located in the west-central part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 11,834. The county seat is Franklin. The county was created on December 22, 1830. Heard County is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Geography
Heard County is located in the west-central part of Georgia, approximately 50 miles southwest of Atlanta. It is bordered by Carroll County to the north, Coweta County to the east, Troup County to the south, and Carroll and Haralson counties to the west. The county has a total area of 246 square miles, of which 245 square miles is land and 1.2 square miles (0.5%) is water.
The majority of Heard County is located in the Upper Tallapoosa River sub-basin of the ACT River Basin (Alabama-Coosa-Tallapoosa River Basin). The southeastern corner of the county is located in the Middle Chattahoochee River-Walter F. George Lake sub-basin of the ACF River Basin (Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River Basin).
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 10,845 people, 3,945 households, and 2,945 families residing in the county. The population density was 44 people per square mile (17/km^2). There were 4,323 housing units at an average density of 18 per square mile (7/km^2). The racial makeup of the county was 79.17% White, 18.90% Black or African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.76% from other races, and 0.78% from two or more races. 1.63% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 3,945 households, out of which 34.90% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.90% were married couples living together, 12.50% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.50% were non-families. 22.00% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.50% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.12.
In the county, the population was spread out, with 26.90% under the age of 18, 8.50% from 18 to 24, 29.00% from 25 to 44, 23.50% from 45 to 64, and 12.10% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 97.90 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.90 males.
The median income for a household in the county was $36,845, and the median income for a family was $41,945. Males had a median income of $30,945 versus $21,818 for females. The per capita income for the county was $16,845. About 10.50% of families and 13.50% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.90% of those under age 18 and 14.90% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Heard County is largely rural and agricultural. The county is home to several large poultry farms, as well as a number of smaller farms that produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, cotton, and peanuts. The county also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The county is home to the Heard County Industrial Park, which is located in the city of Franklin. The park is home to several businesses, including a manufacturing plant, a distribution center, and a warehouse.
The county is also home to the Heard County Airport, which is located in the city of Franklin. The airport is used primarily for general aviation and is home to a number of private aircraft.
Conclusion
Heard County is a rural county located in the west-central part of Georgia. The county has a population of 11,834 and is home to a number of small businesses, farms, and the Heard County Industrial Park. The county is largely agricultural, with poultry farms and a variety of crops being produced. The county is also home to the Heard County Airport, which is used primarily for general aviation.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Heard County?
Total Population of Heard County is 11,489.
What is the Total Male Population of Heard County?
Total Male Population of Heard County is 5,718.
What is the Total Female Population of Heard County?
Total Female Population of Heard County is 5,771.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Heard County?
There are 99.08 Males per 100 Females in Heard County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Heard County?
There are 100.93 Females per 100 Males in Heard County.
What is the Median Population Age in Heard County?
Median Population Age in Heard County is 40.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Heard County
Average Family Size in Heard County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Heard County
Average Household Size in Heard County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Heard County?
Per Capita income in Heard County is $32,386.
What is the Median Family Income in Heard County?
Median Family Income in Heard County is $71,516.
What is the Median Household income in Heard County?
Median Household Income in Heard County is $62,965.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Heard County?
Income or Wage Gap in Heard County is 52.1%.
Women in Heard County earn 47.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Heard County?
Family Income Deficit in Heard County is $10,828.
Families that are below poverty line in Heard County earn $10,828 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Heard County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Heard County is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Heard County?
There are 4,982 People in the Labor Forcein in Heard County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Heard County?
54.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Heard County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Heard County?
Unemployment Rate in Heard County is 5.4%.