Mitchell County, GA
Mitchell County Map
Mitchell County Overview
21,634
TOTAL POPULATION
11,195
MALE POPULATION
10,439
FEMALE POPULATION
107.24
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.25
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,705
PER CAPITA INCOME
$56,060
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,966
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,417
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,636
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Mitchell County Area Codes
Race in Mitchell County
The most populous races in Mitchell County are White / Caucasian (10,384 | 48.0%), Black / African American (9,715 | 44.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,079 | 5.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 9,715 | 44.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,079 | 5.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 251 | 1.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 10,384 | 48.0% |
| Two or more Races | 839 | 3.9% |
| Some other Race | 430 | 2.0% |
| Total | 21,634 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Mitchell County
The most populous ancestries reported in Mitchell County are American (1,994 | 9.2%), English (1,946 | 9.0%), Irish (892 | 4.1%), German (532 | 2.5%), and Mexican (448 | 2.1%), together accounting for 26.9% of all Mitchell County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 140 | 0.6% |
| American | 1,994 | 9.2% |
| Apache | 3 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 91 | 0.4% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Bahamian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 104 | 0.5% |
| Brazilian | 99 | 0.5% |
| British | 6 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 177 | 0.8% |
| Cherokee | 102 | 0.5% |
| Colombian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 34 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,946 | 9.0% |
| European | 89 | 0.4% |
| French | 207 | 1.0% |
| French Canadian | 87 | 0.4% |
| German | 532 | 2.5% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 42 | 0.2% |
| Guyanese | 19 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 70 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 20 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 892 | 4.1% |
| Israeli | 5 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 81 | 0.4% |
| Jamaican | 34 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 82 | 0.4% |
| Lumbee | 17 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 448 | 2.1% |
| Norwegian | 62 | 0.3% |
| Peruvian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 40 | 0.2% |
| Portuguese | 16 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 373 | 1.7% |
| Russian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Salvadoran | 115 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 187 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 94 | 0.4% |
| Slovene | 71 | 0.3% |
| South American | 32 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 8 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 11 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 158 | 0.7% |
| Swiss | 18 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 4 | 0.0% |
| West Indian | 13 | 0.1% | View All 49 Rows |
Immigrants in Mitchell County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Mitchell County came from Latin America (600 | 2.8%), Central America (398 | 1.8%), Mexico (215 | 1.0%), El Salvador (162 | 0.7%), and Caribbean (103 | 0.5%), together accounting for 6.8% of all Mitchell County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 18 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 29 | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | 11 | 0.1% |
| Barbados | 5 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 48 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 103 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 398 | 1.8% |
| Dominican Republic | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 2 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 162 | 0.7% |
| England | 11 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 26 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 15 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 17 | 0.1% |
| Guyana | 19 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 4 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 57 | 0.3% |
| Japan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 600 | 2.8% |
| Mexico | 215 | 1.0% |
| Northern Europe | 11 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 27 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 10 | 0.1% |
| South America | 99 | 0.5% |
| South Central Asia | 27 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 27 | 0.1% |
| Venezuela | 22 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 18 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 15 | 0.1% | View All 29 Rows |
Sex and Age in Mitchell County
Sex and Age in Mitchell County
The most populous age groups in Mitchell County are 20 to 24 Years (1,032 | 9.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (770 | 7.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 653 (5.8%) | 587 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 570 (5.1%) | 748 (7.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 885 (7.9%) | 574 (5.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 606 (5.4%) | 658 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,032 (9.2%) | 631 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 695 (6.2%) | 560 (5.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 564 (5.0%) | 620 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,023 (9.1%) | 608 (5.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 662 (5.9%) | 554 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 700 (6.2%) | 631 (6.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 762 (6.8%) | 651 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 655 (5.9%) | 656 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 745 (6.7%) | 770 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 596 (5.3%) | 607 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 475 (4.2%) | 585 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 283 (2.5%) | 494 (4.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 180 (1.6%) | 320 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 109 (1.0%) | 185 (1.8%) |
| Total | 11,195 (100.0%) | 10,439 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Mitchell County
Median Family Size in Mitchell County
The median family size in Mitchell County is 3.12 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,785 | 35.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.4 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (393 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.48 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,846 (56.7%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 393 (7.8%) | 2.48 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,785 (35.5%) | 3.40 |
| Total Families | 5,024 (100.0%) | 3.12 |
Median Household Size in Mitchell County
The median household size in Mitchell County is 2.48 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,785 | 22.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.46 persons per household. non-family households (2,900 | 36.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,846 (35.9%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 393 (5.0%) | 2.84 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,785 (22.5%) | 3.46 |
| Non-family | 2,900 (36.6%) | 1.27 |
| Total Households | 7,924 (100.0%) | 2.48 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Mitchell County
Out of a total of 7,924 households in Mitchell County, 5,024 (63.4%) are family households, while 2,900 (36.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,183, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,083.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,083 (26.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,183 (27.6%) | 698 (8.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,184 (14.9%) | 104 (1.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 786 (9.9%) | 15 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 716 (9.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 97 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 58 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,024 (63.4%) | 2,900 (36.6%) |
Female Fertility in Mitchell County
Fertility by Age in Mitchell County
Average fertility rate in Mitchell County is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.6% 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 | 141 (71.6%) | 78.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 56 (28.4%) | 29.0 |
| Total | 197 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Mitchell County
79.7% of women with births (197) in Mitchell County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 28.4% 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 | 101 (71.6%) | 40 (28.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 157 (79.7%) | 40 (20.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Mitchell County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 35 (17.8%) | 39.0 |
| High School Diploma | 13 (6.6%) | 15.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 96 (48.7%) | 47.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 53 (26.9%) | 197.0 |
| Total | 197 (100.0%) | 45.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Mitchell County
20.3% of women with births in Mitchell County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 91.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 3 (8.6%) | 32 (91.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 5 (38.5%) | 8 (61.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 157 (79.7%) | 40 (20.3%) |
Income in Mitchell County
Income Overview in Mitchell County
Per Capita Income in Mitchell County is $24,705, while median incomes of families and households are $56,060 and $45,966 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 21,634 | $24,705 |
| Median Family Income | 5,024 | $56,060 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,024 | $70,823 |
| Median Household Income | 7,924 | $45,966 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,924 | $62,136 |
| Income Deficit | 5,024 | $14,417 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 21,634 | 33.02% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 21,634 | 66.98¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 21,634 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Mitchell County
Average Earnings in Mitchell County are $32,691, $37,087 for men and $24,840 for women, a difference of 33.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,900 (53.6%) | $37,087 |
| Female | 4,249 (46.4%) | $24,840 |
| Total | 9,149 (100.0%) | $32,691 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Mitchell County
The most common earnings brackets in Mitchell County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (498 | 10.2%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (375 | 8.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 397 (8.1%) | 163 (3.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 171 (3.5%) | 118 (2.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 247 (5.0%) | 336 (7.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 34 (0.7%) | 194 (4.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 137 (2.8%) | 225 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 115 (2.4%) | 188 (4.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 64 (1.3%) | 104 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 176 (3.6%) | 137 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 106 (2.2%) | 375 (8.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 64 (1.3%) | 304 (7.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 251 (5.1%) | 308 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 481 (9.8%) | 368 (8.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 345 (7.0%) | 225 (5.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 278 (5.7%) | 227 (5.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 123 (2.5%) | 245 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 181 (3.7%) | 159 (3.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 498 (10.2%) | 63 (1.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 282 (5.8%) | 59 (1.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 473 (9.7%) | 261 (6.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 477 (9.7%) | 190 (4.5%) |
| Total | 4,900 (100.0%) | 4,249 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Mitchell County
Average earnings in Mitchell County are $46,005 for men and $29,175 for women, a difference of 36.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $120,226, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,773. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,794, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,975.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $42,917 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $42,773 | $23,975 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $43,000 | $25,861 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,234 | $50,050 |
| Graduate Degree | $120,226 | $57,794 |
| Total | $46,005 | $29,175 |
Family Income in Mitchell County
Family Income Brackets in Mitchell County
According to the Mitchell County family income data, there are 904 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.0% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 186 families (3.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 538 | 10.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 402 | 8.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 477 | 9.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 492 | 9.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 467 | 9.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 904 | 18.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 658 | 13.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 573 | 11.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 322 | 6.4% |
| $200,000+ | 186 | 3.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Mitchell County
6-person families (99 | 2.0%) account for the highest median family income in Mitchell County with $75,982 per family, while 2-person families (2,350 | 46.8%) have the highest median income of $28,272 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,350 (46.8%) | $56,543 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,055 (21.0%) | $51,563 |
| 4-Person Families | 826 (16.4%) | $60,597 |
| 5-Person Families | 638 (12.7%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 99 (2.0%) | $75,982 |
| 7+ Person Families | 56 (1.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 5,024 (100.0%) | $56,060 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Mitchell County
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,241 (24.7%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 1,756 (34.9%) | $36,127 |
| 2 Earners | 1,764 (35.1%) | $85,794 |
| 3+ Earners | 263 (5.2%) | $94,583 |
| Total | 5,024 (100.0%) | $56,060 |
Household Income in Mitchell County
Household Income Brackets in Mitchell County
With 1,609 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Mitchell County, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 222 households (2.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 840 | 10.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 880 | 11.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 824 | 10.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 713 | 9.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 840 | 10.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,609 | 20.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 927 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 705 | 8.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 357 | 4.5% |
| $200,000+ | 222 | 2.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Mitchell County
The median household income in Mitchell County is $45,966, with the highest median household income of $70,032 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 298 households (3.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $39,968, with 2,788 households (35.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 298 (3.8%) | $70,032 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,506 (31.6%) | $62,683 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,788 (35.2%) | $39,968 |
| 65+ Years | 2,332 (29.4%) | $40,508 |
| Total | 7,924 (100.0%) | $45,966 |
Poverty in Mitchell County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Mitchell County
With 21.4% poverty level for males and 35.4% for females among the residents of Mitchell County, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 142 males (65.1%) and 57 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 301 (46.1%) | 259 (44.1%) |
| 5 Years | 12 (16.0%) | 57 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 199 (27.2%) | 519 (59.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 157 (24.4%) | 179 (45.2%) |
| 15 Years | 105 (45.3%) | 72 (39.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 142 (65.1%) | 119 (43.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 312 (29.8%) | 246 (29.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 17 (2.0%) | 357 (30.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 136 (11.1%) | 457 (39.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 136 (12.5%) | 500 (39.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 213 (19.2%) | 479 (33.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 230 (23.4%) | 188 (16.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (10.3%) | 208 (23.1%) |
| Total | 2,018 (21.4%) | 3,640 (35.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Mitchell County
According to the poverty statistics in Mitchell County, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.0% of males and 83.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 352 (53.9%) | 328 (55.9%) |
| 5 Years | 63 (84.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 533 (72.8%) | 350 (40.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 487 (75.6%) | 217 (54.8%) |
| 15 Years | 127 (54.7%) | 109 (60.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 76 (34.9%) | 152 (56.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 736 (70.2%) | 591 (70.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 827 (98.0%) | 811 (69.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,086 (88.9%) | 705 (60.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 950 (87.5%) | 775 (60.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 896 (80.8%) | 947 (66.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 752 (76.6%) | 964 (83.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 505 (89.7%) | 693 (76.9%) |
| Total | 7,390 (78.5%) | 6,642 (64.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Mitchell County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Mitchell County show that 4.9% or 138 of the total 2,846 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 25.0%, comprising of 1 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,659 (95.6%) | 76 (4.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 724 (92.2%) | 61 (7.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 322 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (75.0%) | 1 (25.0%) |
| Total | 2,708 (95.2%) | 138 (4.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Mitchell County
According to the poverty data in Mitchell County, 17.6% or 69 single-father households and 58.9% or 1,051 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 7 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 7 (6.3%) | 143 (32.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 47 (17.6%) | 473 (61.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 7 (100.0%) | 409 (75.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 8 (100.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| Total | 69 (17.6%) | 1,051 (58.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Mitchell County
The poverty data for Mitchell County shows that 138 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 1,120 of the single-parent households (51.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (25.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 76 (4.4%) | 150 (26.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 61 (7.8%) | 520 (50.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 416 (75.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 1 (25.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| Total | 138 (4.9%) | 1,120 (51.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Mitchell County
Employment by Class of Employer in Mitchell County
Among the 7,509 employed individuals in Mitchell County, private company employees (4,949 | 65.9%), local government employees (811 | 10.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (555 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,949 | 65.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 175 | 2.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 555 | 7.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 459 | 6.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 811 | 10.8% |
| State Government Employees | 344 | 4.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 212 | 2.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 4 | 0.1% |
| Total | 7,509 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Mitchell County
According to the labor force statistics for Mitchell County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (17,203), 50.2% or 8,636 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.5% or 820 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 79.9% or 1,003 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 31.9% or 109 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 342 (40.2%) | 109 (31.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,084 (65.2%) | 295 (27.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,003 (79.9%) | 152 (15.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 611 (51.6%) | 25 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,873 (65.8%) | 43 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,720 (62.7%) | 21 (1.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 680 (51.9%) | 158 (23.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 483 (31.9%) | 15 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 794 (35.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,636 (50.2%) | 820 (9.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Mitchell County
According to labor force statistics for Mitchell County, 58.7% of individuals (6,372) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,856) are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 414 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 81.7% or 960 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.4% or 155 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 724 (44.3%) | 106 (6.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,847 (48.9%) | 317 (8.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,838 (66.5%) | 316 (7.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 960 (81.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,372 (58.7%) | 706 (6.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Mitchell County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mitchell County are Community & Social Service (679 | 8.7%), Management (581 | 7.4%), Education Instruction & Library (514 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (465 | 5.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (238 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Mitchell County, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (72.5%), Education, Arts & Media (62.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (47.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (88.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (85.8%), and Legal Services & Support (83.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 421 (72.5%) | 160 (27.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 61 (26.1%) | 173 (73.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 86 (36.1%) | 152 (63.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 26 (47.3%) | 29 (52.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 47 (39.8%) | 71 (60.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 13 (20.0%) | 52 (80.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 164 (24.1%) | 515 (75.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 47 (62.7%) | 28 (37.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 15 (16.7%) | 75 (83.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 102 (19.8%) | 412 (80.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 66 (14.2%) | 399 (85.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 23 (11.2%) | 182 (88.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 798 (36.3%) | 1,399 (63.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,077 (52.2%) | 3,734 (47.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Mitchell County are Cleaning & Maintenance (564 | 7.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (360 | 4.6%), Healthcare Support (333 | 4.3%), Personal Care & Service (206 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (176 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Mitchell County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (95.5%), Security & Protection (75.6%), and Law Enforcement (55.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (73.3%), and Personal Care & Service (58.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 40 (12.0%) | 293 (88.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 133 (75.6%) | 43 (24.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 85 (95.5%) | 4 (4.5%) |
| Law Enforcement | 48 (55.2%) | 39 (44.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 96 (26.7%) | 264 (73.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 280 (49.6%) | 284 (50.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 85 (41.3%) | 121 (58.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 634 (38.7%) | 1,005 (61.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,077 (52.2%) | 3,734 (47.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Mitchell County are Office & Administration (888 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (745 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 501 (67.2%) | 244 (32.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 138 (15.5%) | 750 (84.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 639 (39.1%) | 994 (60.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,077 (52.2%) | 3,734 (47.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Mitchell County are Construction & Extraction (495 | 6.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (374 | 4.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (240 | 3.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 193 (80.4%) | 47 (19.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 495 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 342 (91.4%) | 32 (8.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,030 (92.9%) | 79 (7.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,077 (52.2%) | 3,734 (47.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Mitchell County are Production (577 | 7.4%), Transportation (328 | 4.2%), and Material Moving (328 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 445 (77.1%) | 132 (22.9%) |
| Transportation | 288 (87.8%) | 40 (12.2%) |
| Material Moving | 243 (74.1%) | 85 (25.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 976 (79.2%) | 257 (20.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,077 (52.2%) | 3,734 (47.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Mitchell County
Employment Industries in Mitchell County
The major employment industries in Mitchell County include Manufacturing (1,078 | 13.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (690 | 8.8%), Educational Services (680 | 8.7%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (634 | 8.1%), and Public Administration (619 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Mitchell County
The Mitchell County industries that see more men than women are Information (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (98.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (93.5%), and Finance & Insurance (84.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 424 (66.9%) | 210 (33.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 42 (82.4%) | 9 (17.6%) |
| Construction | 528 (98.0%) | 11 (2.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 784 (72.7%) | 294 (27.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 414 (96.3%) | 16 (3.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 209 (34.4%) | 399 (65.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 265 (67.1%) | 130 (32.9%) |
| Utilities | 95 (88.0%) | 13 (12.0%) |
| Information | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 32 (15.8%) | 170 (84.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 114 (69.5%) | 50 (30.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 105 (27.1%) | 282 (72.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 210 (59.7%) | 142 (40.3%) |
| Educational Services | 158 (23.2%) | 522 (76.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 45 (6.5%) | 645 (93.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 145 (40.1%) | 217 (59.9%) |
| Public Administration | 390 (63.0%) | 229 (37.0%) |
| Total | 4,077 (52.2%) | 3,734 (47.8%) |
Education in Mitchell County
School Enrollment in Mitchell County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,961 students in Mitchell County are elementary school (1,187 | 23.9%), middle school (1,159 | 23.4%), and high school (1,083 | 21.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 218 | 4.4% |
| Kindergarten | 357 | 7.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,187 | 23.9% |
| Middle School | 1,159 | 23.4% |
| High School | 1,083 | 21.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 921 | 18.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 36 | 0.7% |
| Total | 4,961 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Mitchell County
Out of a total of 4,961 students who are enrolled in schools in Mitchell County, 625 (12.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,336 (87.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 159 (58.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 327 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 197 (78.8%) | 53 (21.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,147 (87.8%) | 159 (12.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,312 (90.2%) | 142 (9.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 803 (91.1%) | 78 (8.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 234 (98.7%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 327 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 203 (86.4%) | 32 (13.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 112 (41.3%) | 159 (58.7%) |
| Total | 4,336 (87.4%) | 625 (12.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Mitchell County
Business (573 | 30.0%), education (509 | 26.7%), arts & humanities (211 | 11.1%), science & technology (181 | 9.5%), and bio, nature & agricultural (115 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1,910 individuals in Mitchell County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 12 | 0.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 115 | 6.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 37 | 1.9% |
| Psychology | 37 | 1.9% |
| Social Sciences | 45 | 2.4% |
| Engineering | 64 | 3.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 14 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 181 | 9.5% |
| Business | 573 | 30.0% |
| Education | 509 | 26.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 39 | 2.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 59 | 3.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 4 | 0.2% |
| Communications | 10 | 0.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 211 | 11.1% |
| Total | 1,910 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Mitchell County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Mitchell County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Mitchell County are males with 2 vehicles (1,671, accounting for 41.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,213, making up 47.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 341 (8.5%) | 187 (5.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 493 (12.3%) | 753 (21.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,671 (41.8%) | 1,213 (34.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 820 (20.5%) | 767 (21.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 469 (11.7%) | 450 (12.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 202 (5.1%) | 143 (4.1%) |
| Total | 3,996 (100.0%) | 3,513 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Mitchell County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Mitchell County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,257 commuters, 17.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,239 commuters, 16.7%), and 5 to 9 minutes (977 commuters, 13.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 392 | 5.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 977 | 13.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 968 | 13.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,239 | 16.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 685 | 9.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 255 | 3.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,257 | 17.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 280 | 3.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 270 | 3.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 569 | 7.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 285 | 3.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 235 | 3.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Mitchell County
The most common commute times in Mitchell County are 15 to 19 minutes (720 commuters, 18.2%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (700 commuters, 20.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 176 (4.4%) | 216 (6.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 517 (13.0%) | 460 (13.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 440 (11.1%) | 528 (15.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 720 (18.2%) | 519 (15.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 383 (9.7%) | 302 (8.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 147 (3.7%) | 108 (3.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 557 (14.1%) | 700 (20.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 117 (2.9%) | 163 (4.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 168 (4.2%) | 102 (3.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 392 (9.9%) | 177 (5.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 156 (3.9%) | 129 (3.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 191 (4.8%) | 44 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Mitchell County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Mitchell County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (763, 19.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (911, 26.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 229 (5.8%) | 56 (1.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 400 (10.1%) | 212 (6.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 205 (5.2%) | 88 (2.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 546 (13.8%) | 283 (8.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 763 (19.3%) | 278 (8.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 605 (15.3%) | 911 (26.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 274 (6.9%) | 451 (13.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 260 (6.6%) | 356 (10.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 147 (3.7%) | 264 (7.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 135 (3.4%) | 65 (1.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 37 (0.9%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 7 (0.2%) | 74 (2.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 145 (3.7%) | 137 (4.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 211 (5.3%) | 263 (7.6%) |
| Total | 3,964 (100.0%) | 3,448 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Mitchell County
Occupancy by Ownership in Mitchell County
Of the total 7,924 dwellings in Mitchell County, owner-occupied units account for 5,040 (63.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,884 (36.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,040 | 63.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,884 | 36.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,924 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Mitchell County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,083 | 26.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,881 | 36.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,288 | 16.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,672 | 21.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,924 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Mitchell County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,339 (64.3%) | 744 (35.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,076 (72.1%) | 805 (27.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 847 (65.8%) | 441 (34.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 778 (46.5%) | 894 (53.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,040 (63.6%) | 2,884 (36.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Mitchell County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 745 (64.2%) | 416 (35.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,653 (61.5%) | 1,034 (38.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,713 (58.2%) | 1,230 (41.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 929 (82.0%) | 204 (18.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Mitchell County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,276 | 16.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,528 | 19.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,355 | 17.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,433 | 18.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,235 | 15.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 901 | 11.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 196 | 2.5% |
| Total | 7,924 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Mitchell County
Median Income by Occupancy in Mitchell County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,040 (63.6%) | $57,924 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,884 (36.4%) | $32,627 |
| Average | 7,924 (100.0%) | $45,966 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Mitchell County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 147 (2.9%) | 350 (12.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 26 (0.5%) | 318 (11.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 577 (11.5%) | 305 (10.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 180 (3.6%) | 133 (4.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 253 (5.0%) | 260 (9.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 491 (9.7%) | 225 (7.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 570 (11.3%) | 268 (9.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 928 (18.4%) | 682 (23.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 761 (15.1%) | 168 (5.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 620 (12.3%) | 84 (2.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 487 (9.7%) | 91 (3.2%) |
| Total | 5,040 (100.0%) | 2,884 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Mitchell County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 581 (11.5%) | 135 (4.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,177 (23.4%) | 312 (10.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,014 (20.1%) | 1,541 (53.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 622 (12.3%) | 339 (11.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 818 (16.2%) | 282 (9.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 353 (7.0%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 307 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 161 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 7 (0.1%) | 8 (0.3%) |
| Total | 5,040 (100.0%) | 2,884 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Mitchell County
Housing Structures in Mitchell County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,171 | 65.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 33 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 689 | 8.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 189 | 2.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 315 | 4.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 21 | 0.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,506 | 19.0% |
| Total | 7,924 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Mitchell County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,992 (77.2%) | 1,179 (22.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 12 (36.4%) | 21 (63.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 689 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 189 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 315 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,036 (68.8%) | 470 (31.2%) |
| Total | 5,040 (63.6%) | 2,884 (36.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Mitchell County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 38 (0.7%) | 61 (2.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 282 (5.6%) | 410 (14.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,366 (27.1%) | 1,314 (45.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,073 (41.1%) | 949 (32.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,281 (25.4%) | 150 (5.2%) |
| Total | 5,040 (100.0%) | 2,884 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Mitchell County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 617 (12.2%) | 268 (9.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 192 (3.8%) | 248 (8.6%) |
| Electricity | 4,128 (81.9%) | 2,334 (80.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 54 (1.1%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 49 (1.0%) | 25 (0.9%) |
| Total | 5,040 (100.0%) | 2,884 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Mitchell County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 286 (5.7%) | 765 (26.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,143 (22.7%) | 1,138 (39.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,077 (41.2%) | 792 (27.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,534 (30.4%) | 189 (6.6%) |
| Total | 5,040 (100.0%) | 2,884 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Mitchell County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Mitchell County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,673 | 2,367 |
| Median Property Value | $78,900 | $141,900 |
| Median Household Income | $46,518 | $306 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $412 | $7 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,030 | $48 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Mitchell County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 747 (28.0%) | 172 (7.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,014 (37.9%) | 672 (28.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 768 (28.7%) | 1,193 (50.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 39 (1.5%) | 249 (10.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 39 (1.5%) | 77 (3.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 11 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 55 (2.1%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,673 (100.0%) | 2,367 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Mitchell County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 122 (4.6%) | 98 (4.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 579 (21.7%) | 51 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 358 (13.4%) | 431 (18.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 321 (12.0%) | 133 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 508 (19.0%) | 249 (10.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 435 (16.3%) | 420 (17.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 169 (6.3%) | 326 (13.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 181 (6.8%) | 451 (19.1%) |
| Total | 2,673 (100.0%) | 2,367 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Mitchell County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,368 (51.2%) | 67,017 (2,831.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 526 (19.7%) | 1,024 (43.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 203 (7.6%) | 380 (16.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 520 (19.5%) | 385 (16.3%) |
| Total | 2,673 (100.0%) | 2,367 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Mitchell County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 982 (36.7%) | 20 (0.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 772 (28.9%) | 348 (14.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 744 (27.8%) | 709 (29.9%) |
| Total | 2,673 (100.0%) | 2,367 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Mitchell County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mitchell County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,228 (89.5%) | 144 (10.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,432 (94.2%) | 210 (5.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,299 (59.6%) | 879 (40.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,010 (62.4%) | 610 (37.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,572 (65.9%) | 812 (34.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,599 (67.7%) | 762 (32.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,130 (84.0%) | 405 (16.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,134 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,460 (99.7%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| Total | 15,864 (80.6%) | 3,826 (19.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Mitchell County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,228 (89.5%) | 144 (10.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,432 (94.2%) | 210 (5.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,299 (59.6%) | 879 (40.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Mitchell County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,106 (74.2%) | 1,425 (25.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,984 (75.2%) | 982 (24.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,972 (81.5%) | 676 (18.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,323 (86.8%) | 352 (13.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,470 (90.0%) | 384 (10.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Mitchell County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 979 (71.4%) | 249 (18.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,629 (72.2%) | 1,030 (28.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 161 (7.4%) | 1,154 (53.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 393 (24.3%) | 623 (38.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 385 (16.2%) | 1,313 (55.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 381 (16.1%) | 1,371 (58.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,114 (43.9%) | 1,406 (55.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,989 (93.2%) | 1,051 (49.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,455 (99.4%) | 718 (49.0%) |
| Total | 9,486 (48.2%) | 8,915 (45.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Mitchell County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 242 (12.7%) | 195 (11.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 226 (11.9%) | 67 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 820 (24.0%) | 1,056 (27.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 401 (40.8%) | 370 (32.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 238 (42.3%) | 530 (58.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Mitchell County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (1.6%) | 44 (2.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 324 (9.5%) | 89 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 152 (15.5%) | 126 (10.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 181 (32.2%) | 80 (8.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 31 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 146 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 79 (2.3%) | 166 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 (5.6%) | 54 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (6.8%) | 92 (10.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 242 (12.7%) | 151 (8.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 225 (11.9%) | 67 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 173 (5.1%) | 523 (13.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 186 (18.9%) | 52 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (1.1%) | 93 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.3%) | 20 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 531 (15.5%) | 815 (21.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 241 (24.5%) | 203 (17.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 112 (19.9%) | 391 (43.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.3%) | 20 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 51 (1.5%) | 257 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (0.9%) | 35 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 28 (5.0%) | 77 (8.6%) |
Technology Access in Mitchell County
Computing Device Access in Mitchell County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,343 | 54.8% |
| Smartphone | 6,527 | 82.4% |
| Tablet | 3,652 | 46.1% |
| No Computing Device | 890 | 11.2% |
| Total | 7,924 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Mitchell County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 1 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 3,450 | 43.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,763 | 22.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,120 | 14.1% |
| No Internet | 1,758 | 22.2% |
| Total | 7,924 | 100.0% |
Mitchell County Summary
Mitchell County is located in the state of Georgia in the United States. It is part of the Albany Metropolitan Statistical Area and is bordered by Worth County to the north, Dougherty County to the east, Colquitt County to the south, and Baker County to the west. The county seat is Camilla, and the largest city is Pelham. As of the 2010 census, the population was 23,498.
History
Mitchell County was created in 1857 from portions of Baker, Dougherty, and Worth counties. It was named for David Brydie Mitchell, a former Georgia governor. The county was largely rural until the 1950s, when the construction of the Flint River Dam and the Albany-Camilla Highway brought new economic opportunities to the area.
Geography
Mitchell County covers an area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4 square miles is water. The county is located in the Flint River Valley, and is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The Flint River forms the eastern border of the county, and the Kinchafoonee Creek forms the western border. The county is home to several state parks, including Reed Bingham State Park, which is located on the Flint River.
Economy
Agriculture is the main economic activity in Mitchell County. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are cotton, peanuts, corn, and soybeans. The county also has a thriving timber industry, and is home to several sawmills and wood-processing plants.
In addition to agriculture, Mitchell County has a growing manufacturing sector. The county is home to several factories that produce automotive parts, furniture, and other products. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with several state parks and recreational areas.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 23,498 people, 8,845 households, and 6,541 families living in Mitchell County. The population density was 53.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 68.2% White, 28.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Mitchell County was $32,917, and the median income for a family was $41,845. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 19.2% of families and 23.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Mitchell County is served by the Mitchell County School District, which consists of seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The county is also home to several private schools, including Pelham Academy and Camilla Christian Academy.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Mitchell County?
Total Population of Mitchell County is 21,634.
What is the Total Male Population of Mitchell County?
Total Male Population of Mitchell County is 11,195.
What is the Total Female Population of Mitchell County?
Total Female Population of Mitchell County is 10,439.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Mitchell County?
There are 107.24 Males per 100 Females in Mitchell County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Mitchell County?
There are 93.25 Females per 100 Males in Mitchell County.
What is the Median Population Age in Mitchell County?
Median Population Age in Mitchell County is 39.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Mitchell County
Average Family Size in Mitchell County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Mitchell County
Average Household Size in Mitchell County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Mitchell County?
Per Capita income in Mitchell County is $24,705.
What is the Median Family Income in Mitchell County?
Median Family Income in Mitchell County is $56,060.
What is the Median Household income in Mitchell County?
Median Household Income in Mitchell County is $45,966.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Mitchell County?
Income or Wage Gap in Mitchell County is 33.0%.
Women in Mitchell County earn 67.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Mitchell County?
Family Income Deficit in Mitchell County is $14,417.
Families that are below poverty line in Mitchell County earn $14,417 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Mitchell County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Mitchell County is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Mitchell County?
There are 8,636 People in the Labor Forcein in Mitchell County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Mitchell County?
50.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Mitchell County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Mitchell County?
Unemployment Rate in Mitchell County is 9.5%.