Quitman County, GA
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Quitman County Overview
2,180
TOTAL POPULATION
1,179
MALE POPULATION
1,001
FEMALE POPULATION
117.78
MALES / 100 FEMALES
84.90
FEMALES / 100 MALES
59.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,189
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,889
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$18,175
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
687
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
35.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
23.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Quitman County Area Codes
Race in Quitman County
The most populous races in Quitman County are Black / African American (1,146 | 52.6%), White / Caucasian (953 | 43.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (83 | 3.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 1,146 | 52.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 83 | 3.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 953 | 43.7% |
| Two or more Races | 81 | 3.7% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,180 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Quitman County
The most populous ancestries reported in Quitman County are American (410 | 18.8%), English (159 | 7.3%), Irish (149 | 6.8%), German (81 | 3.7%), and Dutch (59 | 2.7%), together accounting for 39.4% of all Quitman County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 410 | 18.8% |
| Colombian | 32 | 1.5% |
| Cree | 26 | 1.2% |
| Dutch | 59 | 2.7% |
| English | 159 | 7.3% |
| French | 16 | 0.7% |
| German | 81 | 3.7% |
| Irish | 149 | 6.8% |
| Italian | 4 | 0.2% |
| Nigerian | 4 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 8 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 3 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 51 | 2.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 21 | 1.0% |
| South American | 32 | 1.5% |
| Subsaharan African | 4 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 9 | 0.4% | View All 17 Rows |
Immigrants in Quitman County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Quitman County came from Colombia (32 | 1.5%), Latin America (32 | 1.5%), South America (32 | 1.5%), Africa (4 | 0.2%), and Nigeria (4 | 0.2%), together accounting for 4.8% of all Quitman County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 4 | 0.2% |
| Colombia | 32 | 1.5% |
| Latin America | 32 | 1.5% |
| Nigeria | 4 | 0.2% |
| South America | 32 | 1.5% |
| Western Africa | 4 | 0.2% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Quitman County
Sex and Age in Quitman County
The most populous age groups in Quitman County are 20 to 24 Years (195 | 16.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (158 | 15.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (1.9%) | 50 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 78 (6.6%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 23 (1.9%) | 34 (3.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 5 (0.4%) | 31 (3.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 195 (16.5%) | 41 (4.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 67 (5.7%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 108 (9.2%) | 27 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 44 (3.7%) | 30 (3.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 11 (0.9%) | 21 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 52 (4.4%) | 51 (5.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 45 (3.8%) | 28 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 24 (2.0%) | 152 (15.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 106 (9.0%) | 158 (15.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 157 (13.3%) | 61 (6.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 123 (10.4%) | 88 (8.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 75 (6.4%) | 128 (12.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 11 (0.9%) | 73 (7.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 32 (2.7%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| Total | 1,179 (100.0%) | 1,001 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Quitman County
Median Family Size in Quitman County
The median family size in Quitman County is 3.19 persons per family, with single female/mother families (111 | 20.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.19 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (399 | 74.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 399 (74.4%) | 2.54 |
| Single Male/Father | 26 (4.9%) | 4.62 |
| Single Female/Mother | 111 (20.7%) | 5.19 |
| Total Families | 536 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in Quitman County
The median household size in Quitman County is 2.28 persons per household, with single female/mother households (111 | 11.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.33 persons per household. non-family households (422 | 44.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 399 (41.6%) | 2.55 |
| Single Male/Father | 26 (2.7%) | 4.62 |
| Single Female/Mother | 111 (11.6%) | 5.33 |
| Non-family | 422 (44.1%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 958 (100.0%) | 2.28 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Quitman County
Out of a total of 958 households in Quitman County, 536 (55.9%) are family households, while 422 (44.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 382, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 394.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 394 (41.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 382 (39.9%) | 28 (2.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 66 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 49 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 14 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 20 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 5 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 536 (55.9%) | 422 (44.1%) |
Female Fertility in Quitman County
Fertility by Age in Quitman County
Average fertility rate in Quitman County is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 133.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% 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 | 10 (100.0%) | 133.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 10 (100.0%) | 48.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Quitman County
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Quitman County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 10 (100.0%) | 222.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 10 (100.0%) | 48.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Quitman County
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Income in Quitman County
Income Overview in Quitman County
Per Capita Income in Quitman County is $22,189, while median incomes of families and households are $59,500 and $38,889 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,180 | $22,189 |
| Median Family Income | 536 | $59,500 |
| Mean Family Income | 536 | $71,750 |
| Median Household Income | 958 | $38,889 |
| Mean Household Income | 958 | $51,307 |
| Income Deficit | 536 | $18,175 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,180 | 16.12% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,180 | 83.88¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,180 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Quitman County
Average Earnings in Quitman County are $28,342, $28,967 for men and $24,297 for women, a difference of 16.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 320 (50.1%) | $28,967 |
| Female | 319 (49.9%) | $24,297 |
| Total | 639 (100.0%) | $28,342 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Quitman County
The most common earnings brackets in Quitman County are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (63 | 19.7%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (58 | 18.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 7 (2.2%) | 8 (2.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 30 (9.4%) | 35 (11.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 15 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 31 (9.7%) | 16 (5.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 4 (1.3%) | 14 (4.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 4 (1.3%) | 58 (18.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 13 (4.1%) | 13 (4.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 12 (3.7%) | 16 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 63 (19.7%) | 7 (2.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (11.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 17 (5.3%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 18 (5.6%) | 31 (9.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 63 (19.7%) | 27 (8.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 5 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 12 (3.7%) | 5 (1.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 3 (0.9%) | 18 (5.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 8 (2.5%) | 22 (6.9%) |
| Total | 320 (100.0%) | 319 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Quitman County
Average earnings in Quitman County are $29,647 for men and $31,786 for women, a difference of 6.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $29,344, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $26,618. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $40,179, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $19,591.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $26,618 | $34,612 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $29,344 | $19,591 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $29,647 | $31,786 |
Family Income in Quitman County
Family Income Brackets in Quitman County
According to the Quitman County family income data, there are 129 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 30 | 5.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 9 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 26 | 4.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 81 | 15.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 81 | 15.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 129 | 24.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 48 | 9.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 100 | 18.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4 | 0.7% |
| $200,000+ | 28 | 5.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Quitman County
6-person families (20 | 3.7%) account for the highest median family income in Quitman County with $63,333 per family, while 2-person families (382 | 71.3%) have the highest median income of $26,834 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 382 (71.3%) | $53,667 |
| 3-Person Families | 77 (14.4%) | $52,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 42 (7.8%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 10 (1.9%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 20 (3.7%) | $63,333 |
| 7+ Person Families | 5 (0.9%) | $0 |
| Total | 536 (100.0%) | $59,500 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Quitman County
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 283 (52.8%) | $43,429 |
| 1 Earner | 105 (19.6%) | $60,509 |
| 2 Earners | 136 (25.4%) | $66,897 |
| 3+ Earners | 12 (2.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 536 (100.0%) | $59,500 |
Household Income in Quitman County
Household Income Brackets in Quitman County
With 171 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Quitman County, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 140 | 14.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 37 | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 107 | 11.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 170 | 17.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 171 | 17.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 144 | 15.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 57 | 5.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 100 | 10.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4 | 0.4% |
| $200,000+ | 28 | 2.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Quitman County
The median household income in Quitman County is $38,889, with the highest median household income of $42,841 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 536 households (55.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 4 households (0.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 4 (0.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 113 (11.8%) | $0 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 305 (31.8%) | $32,031 |
| 65+ Years | 536 (55.9%) | $42,841 |
| Total | 958 (100.0%) | $38,889 |
Poverty in Quitman County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Quitman County
With 18.0% poverty level for males and 12.1% for females among the residents of Quitman County, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 30 males (100.0%) and 4 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (60.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 30 (100.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (35.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 8 (47.1%) | 5 (41.7%) |
| 15 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 14 (7.2%) | 12 (21.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 7 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 36 (65.4%) | 9 (17.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 52 (53.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 27 (20.8%) | 58 (18.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (2.9%) | 5 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (9.3%) | 18 (8.5%) |
| Total | 212 (18.0%) | 121 (12.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Quitman County
According to the poverty statistics in Quitman County, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 9 (39.1%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 54 (100.0%) | 18 (64.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 9 (52.9%) | 7 (58.3%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 181 (92.8%) | 44 (78.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 168 (96.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 19 (34.5%) | 42 (82.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 45 (46.4%) | 79 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 103 (79.2%) | 252 (81.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 272 (97.1%) | 144 (96.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 107 (90.7%) | 194 (91.5%) |
| Total | 967 (82.0%) | 880 (87.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Quitman County
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 372 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 399 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Quitman County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (7.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (77.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (39.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (36.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Quitman County
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (5.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (60.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (39.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (29.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Quitman County
Employment by Class of Employer in Quitman County
Among the 525 employed individuals in Quitman County, private company employees (380 | 72.4%), federal government employees (58 | 11.1%), and local government employees (32 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 380 | 72.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 4 | 0.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 9 | 1.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 22 | 4.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 32 | 6.1% |
| State Government Employees | 20 | 3.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 58 | 11.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 525 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Quitman County
According to the labor force statistics for Quitman County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,957), 35.1% or 687 individuals are in the labor force, with 23.5% or 161 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 80.9% or 191 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 81.7% or 156 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 7 (22.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 191 (80.9%) | 156 (81.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 58 (78.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 88 (65.2%) | 5 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 52 (49.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 115 (65.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 78 (44.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 59 (22.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 687 (35.1%) | 161 (23.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Quitman County
According to labor force statistics for Quitman County, 48.3% of individuals (450) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (931) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 5 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 70.8% or 153 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.8% or 5 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 60 (28.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 180 (44.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 153 (70.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 57 (58.8%) | 9 (8.8%) |
| Total | 450 (48.3%) | 10 (1.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Quitman County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Quitman County are Management (34 | 6.5%), Business & Financial (34 | 6.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (20 | 3.8%), Community & Social Service (11 | 2.1%), and Health Technologists (9 | 1.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Quitman County, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Technologists (44.4%), and Management (23.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 8 (23.5%) | 26 (76.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 4 (20.0%) | 16 (80.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 4 (44.4%) | 5 (55.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 46 (46.5%) | 53 (53.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 221 (42.1%) | 304 (57.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Quitman County are Healthcare Support (80 | 15.2%), Security & Protection (58 | 11.1%), Law Enforcement (58 | 11.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (57 | 10.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (7 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Quitman County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (70.2%), and Security & Protection (32.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Security & Protection (67.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 19 (32.8%) | 39 (67.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 19 (32.8%) | 39 (67.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 40 (70.2%) | 17 (29.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 66 (31.9%) | 141 (68.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 221 (42.1%) | 304 (57.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Quitman County are Sales & Related (37 | 7.0%), and Office & Administration (25 | 4.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 4 (16.0%) | 21 (84.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 4 (6.5%) | 58 (93.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 221 (42.1%) | 304 (57.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Quitman County are Construction & Extraction (24 | 4.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 221 (42.1%) | 304 (57.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Quitman County are Material Moving (67 | 12.8%), Production (42 | 8.0%), and Transportation (13 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 11 (26.2%) | 31 (73.8%) |
| Transportation | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Material Moving | 59 (88.1%) | 8 (11.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 70 (57.4%) | 52 (42.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 221 (42.1%) | 304 (57.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Quitman County
Employment Industries in Quitman County
The major employment industries in Quitman County include Manufacturing (103 | 19.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (96 | 18.3%), Public Administration (81 | 15.4%), Retail Trade (62 | 11.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (48 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Quitman County
The Quitman County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (83.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (72.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (95.8%), Retail Trade (79.0%), and Public Administration (72.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 46 (44.7%) | 57 (55.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 13 (21.0%) | 49 (79.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 21 (72.4%) | 8 (27.6%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 34 (72.3%) | 13 (27.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 8 (38.1%) | 13 (61.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 4 (4.2%) | 92 (95.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 40 (83.3%) | 8 (16.7%) |
| Public Administration | 22 (27.2%) | 59 (72.8%) |
| Total | 221 (42.1%) | 304 (57.9%) |
Education in Quitman County
School Enrollment in Quitman County
The most common levels of schooling among the 223 students in Quitman County are elementary school (62 | 27.8%), middle school (49 | 22.0%), and college / undergraduate (39 | 17.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 20 | 9.0% |
| Kindergarten | 34 | 15.2% |
| Elementary School | 62 | 27.8% |
| Middle School | 49 | 22.0% |
| High School | 19 | 8.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 39 | 17.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 223 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Quitman County
Out of a total of 223 students who are enrolled in schools in Quitman County, 6 (2.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 217 (97.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (6.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 20 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 82 (93.2%) | 6 (6.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 217 (97.3%) | 6 (2.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Quitman County
Business (58 | 31.4%), education (48 | 26.0%), arts & humanities (25 | 13.5%), social sciences (20 | 10.8%), and physical & health sciences (16 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 185 individuals in Quitman County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 16 | 8.6% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 20 | 10.8% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Business | 58 | 31.4% |
| Education | 48 | 26.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 9 | 4.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 9 | 4.9% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 25 | 13.5% |
| Total | 185 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Quitman County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Quitman County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Quitman County are males with 1 vehicle (81, accounting for 36.6%) and females with 1 vehicle (79, making up 26.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 81 (36.6%) | 79 (26.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 57 (25.8%) | 67 (22.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 63 (28.5%) | 130 (42.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 20 (9.0%) | 20 (6.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 221 (100.0%) | 304 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Quitman County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Quitman County are 20 to 24 minutes (177 commuters, 34.2%), 45 to 59 minutes (109 commuters, 21.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (54 commuters, 10.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 20 | 3.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 54 | 10.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 45 | 8.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 177 | 34.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 5 | 1.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 23 | 4.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 50 | 9.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 109 | 21.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 11 | 2.1% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 23 | 4.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Quitman County
The most common commute times in Quitman County are 20 to 24 minutes (120 commuters, 55.6%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (68 commuters, 22.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 4 (1.8%) | 16 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 7 (3.2%) | 47 (15.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 6 (2.8%) | 39 (13.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 120 (55.6%) | 57 (18.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 4 (1.8%) | 19 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (16.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 41 (19.0%) | 68 (22.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 11 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 23 (10.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Quitman County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Quitman County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (46, 21.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (80, 26.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 46 (21.3%) | 19 (6.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (14.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 29 (13.4%) | 7 (2.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 3 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 40 (18.5%) | 16 (5.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 38 (17.6%) | 80 (26.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 6 (2.8%) | 14 (4.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 17 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 4 (1.8%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 4 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (3.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 29 (13.4%) | 79 (26.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (9.3%) |
| Total | 216 (100.0%) | 301 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Quitman County
Occupancy by Ownership in Quitman County
Of the total 958 dwellings in Quitman County, owner-occupied units account for 773 (80.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 185 (19.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 773 | 80.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 185 | 19.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 958 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Quitman County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 394 | 41.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 410 | 42.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 66 | 6.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 88 | 9.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 958 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Quitman County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 332 (84.3%) | 62 (15.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 342 (83.4%) | 68 (16.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 37 (56.1%) | 29 (43.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 62 (70.5%) | 26 (29.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 773 (80.7%) | 185 (19.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Quitman County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 143 (65.3%) | 76 (34.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 295 (87.3%) | 43 (12.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 260 (83.9%) | 50 (16.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 75 (82.4%) | 16 (17.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Quitman County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 42 | 4.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 75 | 7.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 97 | 10.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 208 | 21.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 257 | 26.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 241 | 25.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 38 | 4.0% |
| Total | 958 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Quitman County
Median Income by Occupancy in Quitman County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 773 (80.7%) | $39,805 |
| Renter-Occupied | 185 (19.3%) | $32,031 |
| Average | 958 (100.0%) | $38,889 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Quitman County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 83 (10.7%) | 50 (27.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 7 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 31 (4.0%) | 6 (3.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 53 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 37 (4.8%) | 17 (9.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 141 (18.2%) | 29 (15.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 150 (19.4%) | 21 (11.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 108 (14.0%) | 36 (19.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 57 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 84 (10.9%) | 16 (8.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 22 (2.9%) | 10 (5.4%) |
| Total | 773 (100.0%) | 185 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Quitman County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 68 (8.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 146 (18.9%) | 17 (9.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 370 (47.9%) | 35 (18.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 42 (5.4%) | 29 (15.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 62 (8.0%) | 12 (6.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 59 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 26 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 773 (100.0%) | 185 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Quitman County
Housing Structures in Quitman County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 481 | 50.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 11 | 1.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 466 | 48.6% |
| Total | 958 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Quitman County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 402 (83.6%) | 79 (16.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 360 (77.2%) | 106 (22.8%) |
| Total | 773 (80.7%) | 185 (19.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Quitman County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 83 (10.7%) | 36 (19.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 251 (32.5%) | 94 (50.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 363 (47.0%) | 32 (17.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 76 (9.8%) | 20 (10.8%) |
| Total | 773 (100.0%) | 185 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Quitman County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 51 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 267 (34.5%) | 24 (13.0%) |
| Electricity | 436 (56.4%) | 121 (65.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 16 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 3 (0.4%) | 4 (2.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (19.5%) |
| Total | 773 (100.0%) | 185 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Quitman County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 92 (11.9%) | 45 (24.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 260 (33.6%) | 35 (18.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 285 (36.9%) | 76 (41.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 136 (17.6%) | 29 (15.7%) |
| Total | 773 (100.0%) | 185 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Quitman County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Quitman County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 519 | 254 |
| Median Property Value | $85,300 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $34,846 | $0 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $551 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $579 | $12 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Quitman County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 163 (31.4%) | 111 (43.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 128 (24.7%) | 13 (5.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 215 (41.4%) | 71 (28.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 9 (1.7%) | 59 (23.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 4 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 519 (100.0%) | 254 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Quitman County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 64 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 79 (15.2%) | 26 (10.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 121 (23.3%) | 42 (16.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 99 (19.1%) | 20 (7.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 87 (16.8%) | 51 (20.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 24 (4.6%) | 21 (8.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 23 (4.4%) | 33 (13.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 22 (4.2%) | 61 (24.0%) |
| Total | 519 (100.0%) | 254 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Quitman County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 195 (37.6%) | 46,618 (18,353.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 79 (15.2%) | 125 (49.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 100 (19.3%) | 12 (4.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 102 (19.7%) | 51 (20.1%) |
| Total | 519 (100.0%) | 254 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Quitman County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 280 (53.9%) | 22 (8.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 185 (35.6%) | 137 (53.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 43 (8.3%) | 44 (17.3%) |
| Total | 519 (100.0%) | 254 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Quitman County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Quitman County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 120 (85.7%) | 20 (14.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 60 (23.2%) | 199 (76.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 91 (47.1%) | 102 (52.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 64 (60.4%) | 42 (39.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 160 (90.9%) | 16 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 332 (75.4%) | 108 (24.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 408 (95.1%) | 21 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and older | 330 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,672 (76.7%) | 508 (23.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Quitman County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 120 (85.7%) | 20 (14.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 60 (23.2%) | 199 (76.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Quitman County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 353 (80.0%) | 88 (20.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 531 (90.8%) | 54 (9.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 302 (47.7%) | 331 (52.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 208 (94.6%) | 12 (5.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 278 (92.4%) | 23 (7.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Quitman County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 102 (95.3%) | 5 (4.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 64 (45.7%) | 56 (40.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 25 (9.7%) | 35 (13.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 12 (6.2%) | 79 (40.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 18 (17.0%) | 46 (43.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 45 (25.6%) | 120 (68.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 136 (30.9%) | 226 (51.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 408 (95.1%) | 255 (59.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 330 (100.0%) | 216 (65.4%) |
| Total | 1,140 (52.3%) | 1,038 (47.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Quitman County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (7.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 125 (44.3%) | 118 (26.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 141 (50.4%) | 47 (31.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (63.6%) | 70 (33.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Quitman County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 23 (8.2%) | 12 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 79 (28.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (36.4%) | 59 (27.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 50 (17.7%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (12.9%) | 17 (11.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (19.5%) | 59 (27.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 66 (23.4%) | 40 (9.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (22.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (19.5%) | 59 (27.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 50 (17.7%) | 64 (14.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (24.3%) | 47 (31.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (18.6%) | 64 (30.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (5.7%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (11.0%) | 64 (30.2%) |
Technology Access in Quitman County
Computing Device Access in Quitman County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 428 | 44.7% |
| Smartphone | 631 | 65.9% |
| Tablet | 219 | 22.9% |
| No Computing Device | 247 | 25.8% |
| Total | 958 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Quitman County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 241 | 25.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 148 | 15.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 192 | 20.0% |
| No Internet | 425 | 44.4% |
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Quitman County Summary
Quitman County is located in the southwestern corner of Georgia, and is part of the Valdosta Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was created in 1858 from parts of Randolph and Stewart counties, and was named for John A. Quitman, a former governor of Mississippi. The county seat is Georgetown.
Geography
Quitman 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 Coastal Plain region of Georgia, and is bordered by Randolph County to the north, Stewart County to the east, Brooks County to the south, and Lanier County to the west. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part. The Flint River runs through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds scattered throughout.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Quitman County was 2,513, a decrease of 8.3% from the 2000 census. The population density was 5.7 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 68.3% White, 28.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $25,938, and the median income for a family was $31,250. The per capita income for the county was $13,945. About 22.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Economy
The economy of Quitman County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are cotton, corn, soybeans, and peanuts. The county also has a thriving timber industry, and there are several sawmills and wood-processing plants in the area.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The county is served by the Quitman County Airport, which offers general aviation services.
Education
Quitman County is served by the Quitman County School District, which operates four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county is also home to several private schools, including a Christian school and a Montessori school.
Conclusion
Quitman County is a rural county located in the southwestern corner of Georgia. The county is largely agricultural, with a thriving timber industry and several small businesses. The county is served by the Quitman County School District, and there are several private schools in the area. The county has a population of 2,513, and the median income for a household is $25,938.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Quitman County?
Total Population of Quitman County is 2,180.
What is the Total Male Population of Quitman County?
Total Male Population of Quitman County is 1,179.
What is the Total Female Population of Quitman County?
Total Female Population of Quitman County is 1,001.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Quitman County?
There are 117.78 Males per 100 Females in Quitman County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Quitman County?
There are 84.90 Females per 100 Males in Quitman County.
What is the Median Population Age in Quitman County?
Median Population Age in Quitman County is 59.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Quitman County
Average Family Size in Quitman County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Quitman County
Average Household Size in Quitman County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Quitman County?
Per Capita income in Quitman County is $22,189.
What is the Median Family Income in Quitman County?
Median Family Income in Quitman County is $59,500.
What is the Median Household income in Quitman County?
Median Household Income in Quitman County is $38,889.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Quitman County?
Income or Wage Gap in Quitman County is 16.1%.
Women in Quitman County earn 83.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Quitman County?
Family Income Deficit in Quitman County is $18,175.
Families that are below poverty line in Quitman County earn $18,175 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Quitman County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Quitman County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Quitman County?
There are 687 People in the Labor Forcein in Quitman County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Quitman County?
35.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Quitman County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Quitman County?
Unemployment Rate in Quitman County is 23.5%.