Rockdale County, GA
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93,641
TOTAL POPULATION
44,495
MALE POPULATION
49,146
FEMALE POPULATION
90.54
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.45
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,481
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,750
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$68,999
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
15.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
84.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,831
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
46,192
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Rockdale County
The most populous races in Rockdale County are Black / African American (53,623 | 57.3%), White / Caucasian (30,027 | 32.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (9,789 | 10.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,703 | 1.8% |
| Black / African American | 53,623 | 57.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 277 | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9,789 | 10.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 255 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 30,027 | 32.1% |
| Two or more Races | 5,264 | 5.6% |
| Some other Race | 2,492 | 2.7% |
| Total | 93,641 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Rockdale County
The most populous ancestries reported in Rockdale County are American (7,300 | 7.8%), Mexican (6,326 | 6.8%), English (4,318 | 4.6%), Irish (3,529 | 3.8%), and German (2,711 | 2.9%), together accounting for 25.8% of all Rockdale County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 955 | 1.0% |
| American | 7,300 | 7.8% |
| Apache | 36 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 704 | 0.7% |
| Armenian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 107 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 53 | 0.1% |
| Bahamian | 239 | 0.3% |
| Barbadian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Belizean | 13 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 305 | 0.3% |
| Blackfeet | 124 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 158 | 0.2% |
| British | 67 | 0.1% |
| British West Indian | 74 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 315 | 0.3% |
| Cajun | 30 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Cape Verdean | 46 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 22 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 492 | 0.5% |
| Central American Indian | 106 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 291 | 0.3% |
| Choctaw | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 63 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 38 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 680 | 0.7% |
| Czech | 60 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 67 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 158 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 201 | 0.2% |
| Eastern European | 54 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 36 | 0.0% |
| English | 4,318 | 4.6% |
| Ethiopian | 82 | 0.1% |
| European | 631 | 0.7% |
| Filipino | 16 | 0.0% |
| Finnish | 10 | 0.0% |
| French | 904 | 1.0% |
| French Canadian | 75 | 0.1% |
| German | 2,711 | 2.9% |
| Ghanaian | 25 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 79 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 60 | 0.1% |
| Guyanese | 410 | 0.4% |
| Haitian | 946 | 1.0% |
| Honduran | 109 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 26 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 130 | 0.1% |
| Iranian | 57 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 3,529 | 3.8% |
| Iroquois | 57 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 752 | 0.8% |
| Jamaican | 2,697 | 2.9% |
| Japanese | 62 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 257 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 11 | 0.0% |
| Liberian | 175 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 46 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 6,326 | 6.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 24 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 640 | 0.7% |
| Native Hawaiian | 323 | 0.3% |
| Nigerian | 177 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 39 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 159 | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 29 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 323 | 0.3% |
| Pennsylvania German | 18 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 185 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 197 | 0.2% |
| Portuguese | 108 | 0.1% |
| Potawatomi | 28 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 986 | 1.1% |
| Romanian | 64 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 93 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 70 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 700 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 531 | 0.6% |
| Slavic | 17 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 9 | 0.0% |
| South African | 15 | 0.0% |
| South American | 483 | 0.5% |
| South American Indian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 108 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 29 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 676 | 0.7% |
| Subsaharan African | 1,568 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 455 | 0.5% |
| Swiss | 8 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 135 | 0.1% |
| Tohono O'Odham | 35 | 0.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 89 | 0.1% |
| Turkish | 21 | 0.0% |
| U.S. Virgin Islander | 166 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 94 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 219 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 51 | 0.1% |
| West Indian | 339 | 0.4% |
| Yaqui | 36 | 0.0% | View All 102 Rows |
Immigrants in Rockdale County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Rockdale County came from Latin America (6,876 | 7.3%), Caribbean (3,009 | 3.2%), Central America (2,967 | 3.2%), Mexico (2,603 | 2.8%), and Jamaica (2,059 | 2.2%), together accounting for 18.7% of all Rockdale County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 701 | 0.7% |
| Asia | 1,358 | 1.5% |
| Barbados | 11 | 0.0% |
| Belize | 13 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 200 | 0.2% |
| Cambodia | 43 | 0.1% |
| Cameroon | 63 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 19 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 3,009 | 3.2% |
| Central America | 2,967 | 3.2% |
| China | 74 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 63 | 0.1% |
| Croatia | 38 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 163 | 0.2% |
| Dominica | 8 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 13 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 406 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 129 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 36 | 0.0% |
| England | 62 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 13 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 349 | 0.4% |
| France | 12 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 28 | 0.0% |
| Grenada | 8 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 116 | 0.1% |
| Guyana | 513 | 0.5% |
| Haiti | 439 | 0.5% |
| Honduras | 132 | 0.1% |
| India | 147 | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | 10 | 0.0% |
| Iran | 68 | 0.1% |
| Italy | 66 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 2,059 | 2.2% |
| Japan | 52 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 280 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 6,876 | 7.3% |
| Liberia | 77 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 2,603 | 2.8% |
| Middle Africa | 152 | 0.2% |
| Moldova | 30 | 0.0% |
| Nepal | 85 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 146 | 0.2% |
| Northern Africa | 41 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 62 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 78 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 103 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 13 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 63 | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 34 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 61 | 0.1% |
| Sierra Leone | 49 | 0.1% |
| Singapore | 26 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 11 | 0.0% |
| South America | 900 | 1.0% |
| South Central Asia | 432 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 511 | 0.5% |
| Southern Europe | 118 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 18 | 0.0% |
| St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 21 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 24 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 42 | 0.0% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 197 | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 9 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 111 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 327 | 0.4% |
| West Indies | 60 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 484 | 0.5% |
| Western Asia | 9 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 40 | 0.0% | View All 70 Rows |
Sex and Age in Rockdale County
Sex and Age in Rockdale County
The most populous age groups in Rockdale County are 15 to 19 Years (3,719 | 8.4%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (3,779 | 7.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,575 (5.8%) | 2,555 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 3,316 (7.4%) | 2,672 (5.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 3,275 (7.4%) | 3,701 (7.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 3,719 (8.4%) | 3,196 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 3,088 (6.9%) | 2,961 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,967 (6.7%) | 3,025 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,505 (5.6%) | 2,866 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 2,453 (5.5%) | 3,424 (7.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 2,405 (5.4%) | 2,716 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 2,830 (6.4%) | 3,596 (7.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 3,012 (6.8%) | 3,504 (7.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 3,359 (7.5%) | 3,140 (6.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,872 (6.5%) | 3,779 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 2,377 (5.3%) | 2,757 (5.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,683 (3.8%) | 2,277 (4.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 988 (2.2%) | 1,254 (2.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 594 (1.3%) | 729 (1.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 477 (1.1%) | 994 (2.0%) |
| Total | 44,495 (100.0%) | 49,146 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Rockdale County
Median Family Size in Rockdale County
The median family size in Rockdale County is 3.36 persons per family, with single female/mother families (7,046 | 30.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.45 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,828 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.06 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 14,564 (62.1%) | 3.34 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,828 (7.8%) | 3.06 |
| Single Female/Mother | 7,046 (30.1%) | 3.45 |
| Total Families | 23,438 (100.0%) | 3.36 |
Median Household Size in Rockdale County
The median household size in Rockdale County is 2.79 persons per household, with single female/mother households (7,046 | 21.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.65 persons per household. non-family households (9,802 | 29.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 14,564 (43.8%) | 3.38 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,828 (5.5%) | 3.45 |
| Single Female/Mother | 7,046 (21.2%) | 3.65 |
| Non-family | 9,802 (29.5%) | 1.18 |
| Total Households | 33,240 (100.0%) | 2.79 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Rockdale County
Out of a total of 33,240 households in Rockdale County, 23,438 (70.5%) are family households, while 9,802 (29.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 9,206, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 8,550.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 8,550 (25.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 9,206 (27.7%) | 1,064 (3.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 5,313 (16.0%) | 137 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 4,919 (14.8%) | 12 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 2,300 (6.9%) | 39 (0.1%) |
| 6-Person Households | 942 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 758 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23,438 (70.5%) | 9,802 (29.5%) |
Female Fertility in Rockdale County
Fertility by Age in Rockdale County
Average fertility rate in Rockdale County is 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 415 (69.5%) | 47.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 182 (30.5%) | 18.0 |
| Total | 597 (100.0%) | 27.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rockdale County
41.9% of women with births (597) in Rockdale County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 65.5% 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 41.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 143 (34.5%) | 272 (65.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 107 (58.8%) | 75 (41.2%) |
| Total | 250 (41.9%) | 347 (58.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Rockdale County
Average fertility rate in Rockdale County is 27.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 38.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 4.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 50.1% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 16 (2.7%) | 4.0 |
| High School Diploma | 162 (27.1%) | 35.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 299 (50.1%) | 38.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 38 (6.4%) | 12.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 82 (13.7%) | 31.0 |
| Total | 597 (100.0%) | 27.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rockdale County
58.1% of women with births in Rockdale County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 76.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 70 (43.2%) | 92 (56.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 73 (24.4%) | 226 (75.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9 (23.7%) | 29 (76.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 82 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 250 (41.9%) | 347 (58.1%) |
Income in Rockdale County
Income Overview in Rockdale County
Per Capita Income in Rockdale County is $33,481, while median incomes of families and households are $76,750 and $68,999 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 93,641 | $33,481 |
| Median Family Income | 23,438 | $76,750 |
| Mean Family Income | 23,438 | $99,757 |
| Median Household Income | 33,240 | $68,999 |
| Mean Household Income | 33,240 | $90,490 |
| Income Deficit | 23,438 | $11,831 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 93,641 | 15.64% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 93,641 | 84.36¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 93,641 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Rockdale County
Average Earnings in Rockdale County are $38,771, $41,398 for men and $34,922 for women, a difference of 15.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 23,546 (48.8%) | $41,398 |
| Female | 24,725 (51.2%) | $34,922 |
| Total | 48,271 (100.0%) | $38,771 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rockdale County
The most common earnings brackets in Rockdale County are $100,000+ for men (2,576 | 10.9%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (2,407 | 9.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 1,488 (6.3%) | 1,050 (4.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 442 (1.9%) | 882 (3.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 776 (3.3%) | 1,107 (4.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 600 (2.5%) | 912 (3.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 523 (2.2%) | 1,056 (4.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 808 (3.4%) | 883 (3.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 556 (2.4%) | 602 (2.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 514 (2.2%) | 920 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 437 (1.9%) | 751 (3.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 667 (2.8%) | 802 (3.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,633 (6.9%) | 1,717 (6.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 1,387 (5.9%) | 1,718 (7.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 1,517 (6.4%) | 879 (3.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 1,574 (6.7%) | 1,182 (4.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 1,299 (5.5%) | 1,208 (4.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 1,354 (5.8%) | 846 (3.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,961 (8.3%) | 2,258 (9.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 1,591 (6.8%) | 1,804 (7.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,843 (7.8%) | 2,407 (9.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 2,576 (10.9%) | 1,741 (7.0%) |
| Total | 23,546 (100.0%) | 24,725 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rockdale County
Average earnings in Rockdale County are $45,938 for men and $42,018 for women, a difference of 8.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $73,588, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,773. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $74,671, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,114.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $35,773 | $25,114 |
| High School Diploma | $42,402 | $25,522 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $44,129 | $33,720 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $50,572 | $57,592 |
| Graduate Degree | $73,588 | $74,671 |
| Total | $45,938 | $42,018 |
Family Income in Rockdale County
Family Income Brackets in Rockdale County
According to the Rockdale County family income data, there are 4,805 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 352 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 820 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 352 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,008 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,758 | 7.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,024 | 12.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,195 | 17.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,141 | 13.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,805 | 20.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2,367 | 10.1% |
| $200,000+ | 1,969 | 8.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rockdale County
7+ person families (611 | 2.6%) account for the highest median family income in Rockdale County with $116,673 per family, while 2-person families (9,637 | 41.1%) have the highest median income of $33,682 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 9,637 (41.1%) | $67,363 |
| 3-Person Families | 5,801 (24.7%) | $90,612 |
| 4-Person Families | 4,563 (19.5%) | $83,710 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,846 (7.9%) | $81,800 |
| 6-Person Families | 980 (4.2%) | $77,572 |
| 7+ Person Families | 611 (2.6%) | $116,673 |
| Total | 23,438 (100.0%) | $76,750 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Rockdale County
The median family income in Rockdale County is $76,750, with families comprising 3+ earners (3,386) having the highest median family income of $148,750, while families with no earners (3,476) have the lowest median family income of $44,352, accounting for 14.4% and 14.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 3,476 (14.8%) | $44,352 |
| 1 Earner | 8,309 (35.4%) | $56,812 |
| 2 Earners | 8,267 (35.3%) | $90,709 |
| 3+ Earners | 3,386 (14.4%) | $148,750 |
| Total | 23,438 (100.0%) | $76,750 |
Household Income in Rockdale County
Household Income Brackets in Rockdale County
With 6,748 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Rockdale County, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 698 households (2.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,197 | 3.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 698 | 2.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,861 | 5.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3,058 | 9.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4,421 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6,748 | 20.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,820 | 14.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5,385 | 16.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2,726 | 8.2% |
| $200,000+ | 2,327 | 7.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Rockdale County
The median household income in Rockdale County is $68,999, with the highest median household income of $78,848 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 14,785 households (44.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $56,308, with 504 households (1.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 504 (1.5%) | $56,308 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 9,537 (28.7%) | $65,652 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 14,785 (44.5%) | $78,848 |
| 65+ Years | 8,414 (25.3%) | $60,147 |
| Total | 33,240 (100.0%) | $68,999 |
Poverty in Rockdale County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rockdale County
With 9.7% poverty level for males and 12.9% for females among the residents of Rockdale County, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 450 males (18.1%) and 195 females (42.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 450 (18.1%) | 748 (29.3%) |
| 5 Years | 93 (17.4%) | 91 (25.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 685 (17.0%) | 444 (13.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 219 (11.6%) | 557 (21.4%) |
| 15 Years | 39 (4.1%) | 195 (42.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 139 (9.0%) | 180 (12.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 476 (11.2%) | 843 (19.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 416 (7.7%) | 575 (9.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 647 (13.5%) | 895 (14.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 496 (8.5%) | 573 (8.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 265 (4.3%) | 647 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 193 (4.8%) | 289 (5.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 138 (6.9%) | 246 (8.6%) |
| Total | 4,256 (9.7%) | 6,283 (12.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rockdale County
According to the poverty statistics in Rockdale County, males aged 15 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.9% of males and 94.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,033 (81.9%) | 1,807 (70.7%) |
| 5 Years | 440 (82.6%) | 264 (74.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 3,347 (83.0%) | 2,936 (86.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,674 (88.4%) | 2,041 (78.6%) |
| 15 Years | 907 (95.9%) | 259 (57.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1,412 (91.0%) | 1,258 (87.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 3,793 (88.8%) | 3,393 (80.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 4,965 (92.3%) | 5,261 (90.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,148 (86.5%) | 5,214 (85.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,323 (91.5%) | 6,511 (91.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,900 (95.7%) | 6,250 (90.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,813 (95.2%) | 4,697 (94.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,861 (93.1%) | 2,630 (91.4%) |
| Total | 39,616 (90.3%) | 42,521 (87.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rockdale County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Rockdale County show that 4.4% or 638 of the total 14,564 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 15.0%, comprising of 174 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 8,586 (97.1%) | 258 (2.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4,162 (95.3%) | 206 (4.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 986 (85.0%) | 174 (15.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 192 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,926 (95.6%) | 638 (4.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rockdale County
According to the poverty data in Rockdale County, 11.7% or 214 single-father households and 16.8% or 1,182 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 112 households (13.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (52.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 112 (13.6%) | 205 (8.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 102 (13.2%) | 612 (17.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 334 (34.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (52.5%) |
| Total | 214 (11.7%) | 1,182 (16.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rockdale County
The poverty data for Rockdale County shows that 638 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 1,396 of the single-parent households (15.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 174 households (15.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 household (52.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 258 (2.9%) | 317 (9.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 206 (4.7%) | 714 (16.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 174 (15.0%) | 334 (27.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (52.5%) |
| Total | 638 (4.4%) | 1,396 (15.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Rockdale County
Employment by Class of Employer in Rockdale County
Among the 42,514 employed individuals in Rockdale County, private company employees (29,348 | 69.0%), local government employees (3,546 | 8.3%), and state government employees (2,310 | 5.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 29,348 | 69.0% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,736 | 4.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 2,050 | 4.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,052 | 4.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 3,546 | 8.3% |
| State Government Employees | 2,310 | 5.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,432 | 3.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 40 | 0.1% |
| Total | 42,514 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Rockdale County
According to the labor force statistics for Rockdale County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (74,145), 62.3% or 46,192 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 2,772 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 84.8% or 10,975 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.3% or 418 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,588 (28.8%) | 418 (26.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 4,089 (67.6%) | 343 (8.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 5,057 (84.4%) | 531 (10.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 4,420 (82.3%) | 354 (8.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8,721 (79.3%) | 392 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10,975 (84.8%) | 263 (2.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 4,751 (73.1%) | 157 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 3,997 (60.1%) | 124 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,401 (26.4%) | 161 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 176 (3.5%) | 38 (21.8%) |
| Total | 46,192 (62.3%) | 2,772 (6.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rockdale County
According to labor force statistics for Rockdale County, 78.3% of individuals (37,939) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (48,453) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 1,821 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.0% or 12,507 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.0% or 653 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2,660 (59.2%) | 202 (4.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 9,323 (69.5%) | 939 (7.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 13,424 (81.4%) | 511 (3.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 12,507 (89.0%) | 717 (5.1%) |
| Total | 37,939 (78.3%) | 2,326 (4.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Rockdale County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rockdale County are Community & Social Service (4,820 | 11.1%), Management (3,392 | 7.8%), Education Instruction & Library (2,777 | 6.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,352 | 5.4%), and Business & Financial (2,248 | 5.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rockdale County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (95.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (66.7%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (61.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (85.5%), Health Technologists (81.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,493 (44.0%) | 1,899 (56.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 851 (37.9%) | 1,397 (62.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,363 (66.7%) | 680 (33.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 629 (58.6%) | 444 (41.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 651 (95.7%) | 29 (4.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 83 (28.6%) | 207 (71.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,396 (29.0%) | 3,424 (71.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 421 (40.8%) | 612 (59.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 70 (14.5%) | 413 (85.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 580 (20.9%) | 2,197 (79.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 325 (61.7%) | 202 (38.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 453 (19.3%) | 1,899 (80.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 249 (18.2%) | 1,121 (81.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 5,556 (37.4%) | 9,299 (62.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21,176 (48.9%) | 22,125 (51.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Rockdale County are Food Preparation & Serving (2,135 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (1,183 | 2.7%), Healthcare Support (1,042 | 2.4%), Personal Care & Service (954 | 2.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (951 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Rockdale County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (84.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (79.6%), and Security & Protection (76.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.3%), Personal Care & Service (81.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 70 (6.7%) | 972 (93.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 899 (76.0%) | 284 (24.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 693 (84.9%) | 123 (15.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 206 (56.1%) | 161 (43.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 1,055 (49.4%) | 1,080 (50.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 757 (79.6%) | 194 (20.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 178 (18.7%) | 776 (81.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,959 (47.2%) | 3,306 (52.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21,176 (48.9%) | 22,125 (51.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Rockdale County are Office & Administration (6,098 | 14.1%), and Sales & Related (3,991 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,784 (44.7%) | 2,207 (55.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 1,534 (25.2%) | 4,564 (74.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,318 (32.9%) | 6,771 (67.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21,176 (48.9%) | 22,125 (51.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Rockdale County are Construction & Extraction (2,490 | 5.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,044 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (111 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,881 (75.5%) | 609 (24.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1,009 (96.7%) | 35 (3.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,001 (82.3%) | 644 (17.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21,176 (48.9%) | 22,125 (51.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Rockdale County are Material Moving (3,033 | 7.0%), Production (2,762 | 6.4%), and Transportation (2,652 | 6.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,723 (62.4%) | 1,039 (37.6%) |
| Transportation | 2,349 (88.6%) | 303 (11.4%) |
| Material Moving | 2,270 (74.8%) | 763 (25.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 6,342 (75.1%) | 2,105 (24.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 21,176 (48.9%) | 22,125 (51.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Rockdale County
Employment Industries in Rockdale County
The major employment industries in Rockdale County include Health Care & Social Assistance (4,947 | 11.4%), Manufacturing (4,620 | 10.7%), Retail Trade (4,514 | 10.4%), Educational Services (4,031 | 9.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (3,949 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Rockdale County
The Rockdale County industries that see more men than women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (86.4%), and Utilities (81.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.0%), Educational Services (78.8%), and Professional & Scientific (61.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 95 (86.4%) | 15 (13.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 2,465 (70.7%) | 1,022 (29.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 2,914 (63.1%) | 1,706 (36.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 610 (74.9%) | 205 (25.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 2,389 (52.9%) | 2,125 (47.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2,843 (72.0%) | 1,106 (28.0%) |
| Utilities | 358 (81.4%) | 82 (18.6%) |
| Information | 625 (63.0%) | 367 (37.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,029 (49.5%) | 1,051 (50.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 223 (43.5%) | 290 (56.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,062 (39.0%) | 1,658 (61.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 1,312 (54.3%) | 1,102 (45.7%) |
| Educational Services | 855 (21.2%) | 3,176 (78.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 694 (14.0%) | 4,253 (86.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 344 (57.5%) | 254 (42.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,212 (42.2%) | 1,660 (57.8%) |
| Public Administration | 1,172 (49.6%) | 1,189 (50.4%) |
| Total | 21,176 (48.9%) | 22,125 (51.1%) |
Education in Rockdale County
School Enrollment in Rockdale County
The most common levels of schooling among the 24,417 students in Rockdale County are high school (6,594 | 27.0%), elementary school (5,314 | 21.8%), and middle school (5,017 | 20.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 1,620 | 6.6% |
| Kindergarten | 818 | 3.4% |
| Elementary School | 5,314 | 21.8% |
| Middle School | 5,017 | 20.5% |
| High School | 6,594 | 27.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 3,947 | 16.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 1,107 | 4.5% |
| Total | 24,417 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rockdale County
Out of a total of 24,417 students who are enrolled in schools in Rockdale County, 3,174 (13.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 21,243 (87.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 498 (27.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,562 (91.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 1,085 (80.8%) | 258 (19.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 4,833 (87.6%) | 684 (12.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 5,994 (90.2%) | 653 (9.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 3,773 (89.0%) | 465 (11.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,562 (91.4%) | 146 (8.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 2,113 (89.9%) | 238 (10.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 593 (72.2%) | 228 (27.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 1,294 (72.2%) | 498 (27.8%) |
| Total | 21,243 (87.0%) | 3,174 (13.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rockdale County
Business (4,521 | 24.4%), education (2,082 | 11.3%), science & technology (1,993 | 10.8%), arts & humanities (1,667 | 9.0%), and social sciences (1,453 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 18,492 individuals in Rockdale County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 965 | 5.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,075 | 5.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 398 | 2.1% |
| Psychology | 1,074 | 5.8% |
| Social Sciences | 1,453 | 7.9% |
| Engineering | 1,091 | 5.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 198 | 1.1% |
| Science & Technology | 1,993 | 10.8% |
| Business | 4,521 | 24.4% |
| Education | 2,082 | 11.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 533 | 2.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 594 | 3.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 309 | 1.7% |
| Communications | 539 | 2.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 1,667 | 9.0% |
| Total | 18,492 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Rockdale County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rockdale County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Rockdale County are males with 2 vehicles (8,195, accounting for 39.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (7,427, making up 37.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 487 (2.3%) | 390 (1.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 4,013 (19.3%) | 6,419 (29.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 8,195 (39.3%) | 7,427 (34.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 4,711 (22.6%) | 3,955 (18.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 2,491 (11.9%) | 2,625 (12.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 940 (4.5%) | 850 (3.9%) |
| Total | 20,837 (100.0%) | 21,666 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Rockdale County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Rockdale County are 45 to 59 minutes (5,669 commuters, 15.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (5,222 commuters, 13.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (4,835 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 528 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,599 | 6.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,916 | 10.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 5,222 | 13.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,883 | 7.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,598 | 4.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 4,835 | 12.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,408 | 3.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2,416 | 6.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 5,669 | 15.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4,707 | 12.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,952 | 5.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Rockdale County
The most common commute times in Rockdale County are 60 to 89 minutes (2,853 commuters, 15.1%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (3,028 commuters, 16.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 169 (0.9%) | 359 (1.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,125 (5.9%) | 1,474 (7.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,656 (8.7%) | 2,260 (12.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,393 (12.6%) | 2,829 (15.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,124 (5.9%) | 1,759 (9.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,086 (5.7%) | 512 (2.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,799 (14.8%) | 2,036 (10.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 848 (4.5%) | 560 (3.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,123 (5.9%) | 1,293 (6.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,641 (13.9%) | 3,028 (16.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 2,853 (15.1%) | 1,854 (9.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,132 (6.0%) | 820 (4.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rockdale County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Rockdale County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (2,501, 13.2%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (2,622, 14.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 2,501 (13.2%) | 1,204 (6.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 1,460 (7.7%) | 855 (4.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,565 (8.3%) | 955 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,903 (10.0%) | 2,622 (14.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,861 (9.8%) | 2,273 (12.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,820 (9.6%) | 2,105 (11.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,257 (6.6%) | 1,817 (9.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,463 (7.7%) | 2,337 (12.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 559 (2.9%) | 697 (3.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 882 (4.6%) | 583 (3.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 516 (2.7%) | 810 (4.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 233 (1.2%) | 183 (1.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,255 (6.6%) | 1,176 (6.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,674 (8.8%) | 1,167 (6.2%) |
| Total | 18,949 (100.0%) | 18,784 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Rockdale County
Occupancy by Ownership in Rockdale County
Of the total 33,240 dwellings in Rockdale County, owner-occupied units account for 21,813 (65.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 11,427 (34.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 21,813 | 65.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 11,427 | 34.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 33,240 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Rockdale County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 8,550 | 25.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 10,270 | 30.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 5,450 | 16.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 8,970 | 27.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 33,240 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rockdale County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 4,969 (58.1%) | 3,581 (41.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 7,174 (69.9%) | 3,096 (30.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 3,699 (67.9%) | 1,751 (32.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 5,971 (66.6%) | 2,999 (33.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 21,813 (65.6%) | 11,427 (34.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rockdale County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,318 (50.9%) | 1,270 (49.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,970 (60.5%) | 3,249 (39.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 7,178 (61.0%) | 4,588 (39.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 8,347 (78.2%) | 2,320 (21.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rockdale County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 4,526 | 13.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,515 | 16.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7,393 | 22.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7,392 | 22.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,549 | 16.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,101 | 6.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 764 | 2.3% |
| Total | 33,240 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Rockdale County
Median Income by Occupancy in Rockdale County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 21,813 (65.6%) | $83,185 |
| Renter-Occupied | 11,427 (34.4%) | $47,822 |
| Average | 33,240 (100.0%) | $68,999 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rockdale County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 351 (1.6%) | 496 (4.3%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 172 (0.8%) | 179 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 264 (1.2%) | 427 (3.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 338 (1.5%) | 551 (4.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 502 (2.3%) | 467 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,553 (7.1%) | 1,498 (13.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,149 (9.9%) | 2,288 (20.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,146 (19.0%) | 2,603 (22.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,554 (16.3%) | 1,273 (11.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,438 (20.3%) | 961 (8.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 4,346 (19.9%) | 684 (6.0%) |
| Total | 21,813 (100.0%) | 11,427 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rockdale County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 905 (4.2%) | 13 (0.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,861 (13.1%) | 81 (0.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,918 (13.4%) | 1,101 (9.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,870 (8.6%) | 911 (8.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 4,956 (22.7%) | 5,648 (49.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 3,920 (18.0%) | 2,480 (21.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,991 (9.1%) | 706 (6.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,387 (6.4%) | 100 (0.9%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1,005 (4.6%) | 71 (0.6%) |
| Total | 21,813 (100.0%) | 11,427 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Rockdale County
Housing Structures in Rockdale County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 25,379 | 76.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 800 | 2.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,031 | 3.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 981 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,764 | 5.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,939 | 5.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,346 | 4.1% |
| Total | 33,240 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rockdale County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 20,482 (80.7%) | 4,897 (19.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 521 (65.1%) | 279 (34.9%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 50 (4.9%) | 981 (95.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 981 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 98 (5.6%) | 1,666 (94.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 1,939 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 662 (49.2%) | 684 (50.8%) |
| Total | 21,813 (65.6%) | 11,427 (34.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rockdale County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 122 (0.6%) | 388 (3.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 39 (0.2%) | 1,178 (10.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 4,018 (18.4%) | 5,636 (49.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 7,888 (36.2%) | 2,532 (22.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 9,746 (44.7%) | 1,693 (14.8%) |
| Total | 21,813 (100.0%) | 11,427 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rockdale County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 13,022 (59.7%) | 4,183 (36.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 774 (3.5%) | 71 (0.6%) |
| Electricity | 7,683 (35.2%) | 7,141 (62.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 6 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 252 (1.2%) | 10 (0.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 76 (0.4%) | 22 (0.2%) |
| Total | 21,813 (100.0%) | 11,427 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Rockdale County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 428 (2.0%) | 785 (6.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 5,391 (24.7%) | 6,199 (54.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 8,349 (38.3%) | 3,463 (30.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 7,645 (35.0%) | 980 (8.6%) |
| Total | 21,813 (100.0%) | 11,427 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Rockdale County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Rockdale County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 6,465 | 15,348 |
| Median Property Value | $183,200 | $238,600 |
| Median Household Income | $66,524 | $3,464 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $471 | $1,005 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,219 | $471 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rockdale County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 363 (5.6%) | 674 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 622 (9.6%) | 686 (4.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 4,338 (67.1%) | 9,801 (63.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 841 (13.0%) | 3,358 (21.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 250 (3.9%) | 624 (4.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 127 (0.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 51 (0.8%) | 78 (0.5%) |
| Total | 6,465 (100.0%) | 15,348 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rockdale County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 224 (3.5%) | 137 (0.9%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 561 (8.7%) | 299 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 644 (10.0%) | 543 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 968 (15.0%) | 909 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,238 (19.2%) | 1,181 (7.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 568 (8.8%) | 2,908 (19.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,380 (21.3%) | 2,986 (19.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 882 (13.6%) | 3,058 (19.9%) |
| Total | 6,465 (100.0%) | 15,348 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rockdale County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,289 (35.4%) | 88,773 (578.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,128 (17.4%) | 5,501 (35.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 1,160 (17.9%) | 3,830 (24.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,831 (28.3%) | 2,364 (15.4%) |
| Total | 6,465 (100.0%) | 15,348 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rockdale County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,959 (30.3%) | 55 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,862 (28.8%) | 2,047 (13.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,416 (37.4%) | 3,542 (23.1%) |
| Total | 6,465 (100.0%) | 15,348 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Rockdale County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rockdale County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 5,363 (88.7%) | 684 (11.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 15,932 (88.6%) | 2,043 (11.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 6,130 (72.8%) | 2,287 (27.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 7,327 (75.5%) | 2,380 (24.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8,154 (75.0%) | 2,720 (25.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10,709 (83.0%) | 2,187 (17.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11,682 (89.4%) | 1,380 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8,942 (99.4%) | 50 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 4,875 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 79,114 (85.2%) | 13,731 (14.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rockdale County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 5,363 (88.7%) | 684 (11.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 15,932 (88.6%) | 2,043 (11.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 6,130 (72.8%) | 2,287 (27.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rockdale County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 6,263 (77.0%) | 1,872 (23.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 14,279 (77.2%) | 4,212 (22.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15,537 (85.2%) | 2,692 (14.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11,061 (86.5%) | 1,726 (13.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 31,881 (90.8%) | 3,211 (9.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rockdale County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 2,707 (44.8%) | 2,845 (47.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,972 (44.4%) | 8,852 (49.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,360 (16.2%) | 4,809 (57.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,374 (14.1%) | 6,343 (65.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,272 (11.7%) | 7,401 (68.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,569 (12.2%) | 9,788 (75.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,215 (17.0%) | 10,556 (80.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8,388 (93.3%) | 5,410 (60.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,766 (97.8%) | 2,848 (58.4%) |
| Total | 31,623 (34.1%) | 58,852 (63.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rockdale County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 170 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 723 (8.0%) | 193 (2.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 808 (8.4%) | 510 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2,140 (12.8%) | 2,284 (11.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,326 (33.1%) | 1,199 (24.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 686 (34.3%) | 1,433 (49.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Rockdale County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 170 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 97 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 75 (0.8%) | 71 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 626 (3.7%) | 256 (1.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 623 (15.5%) | 168 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 363 (18.2%) | 882 (30.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 170 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 80 (0.9%) | 33 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 184 (1.9%) | 56 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 406 (2.4%) | 604 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 221 (5.5%) | 132 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 104 (5.2%) | 320 (11.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 651 (7.2%) | 151 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 369 (3.8%) | 285 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 725 (4.3%) | 716 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 385 (9.6%) | 263 (5.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 202 (10.1%) | 422 (14.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 108 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 332 (3.5%) | 145 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,009 (6.0%) | 1,233 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 602 (15.0%) | 956 (19.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 367 (18.4%) | 833 (29.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 108 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 57 (0.6%) | 70 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 245 (1.5%) | 432 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 273 (6.8%) | 331 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 174 (8.7%) | 350 (12.2%) |
Technology Access in Rockdale County
Computing Device Access in Rockdale County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 26,979 | 81.2% |
| Smartphone | 30,085 | 90.5% |
| Tablet | 21,297 | 64.1% |
| No Computing Device | 1,525 | 4.6% |
| Total | 33,240 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Rockdale County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 94 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 23,356 | 70.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 4,040 | 12.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 3,013 | 9.1% |
| No Internet | 3,808 | 11.5% |
| Total | 33,240 | 100.0% |
Rockdale County Summary
Introduction
Rockdale County is a county located in the U.S. state of Georgia. It is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area and is located just east of the city of Atlanta. The county seat is Conyers, and the county is named after Rockdale Church, which was located in the area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Rockdale County was 85,215.
History
Rockdale County was created in 1870 from parts of Newton and Henry counties. It was named after Rockdale Church, which was located in the area. The county was originally part of the Creek Nation, and the area was home to the Creek Indians until the early 19th century. The county was home to several plantations, and the area was heavily impacted by the Civil War. After the war, the county was home to many freed slaves, and the area was largely rural until the late 20th century.
Geography
Rockdale County is located in the north-central part of Georgia, and it is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. The county is bordered by Newton County to the north, Walton County to the east, DeKalb County to the south, and Henry County to the west. The county covers an area of approximately 186 square miles, and it is home to several lakes, including Lake Varner, Lake Rockdale, and Lake Capri. The county is also home to several parks, including Panola Mountain State Park and the Rockdale County Park.
Economy
Rockdale County has a diverse economy, and it is home to several major employers. The county is home to several manufacturing companies, including Georgia-Pacific, which produces paper products, and the Rockdale County Industrial Park, which is home to several companies, including a Coca-Cola bottling plant. The county is also home to several retail stores, including Walmart and Target. The county is also home to several healthcare facilities, including the Rockdale Medical Center and the Rockdale County Hospital.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Rockdale County was 85,215. The population is made up of a diverse mix of races and ethnicities, including White (63.2%), African American (27.3%), Hispanic or Latino (5.3%), Asian (2.2%), and other (2.0%). The median household income in the county is $54,945, and the median age is 36.7 years.
Conclusion
Rockdale County is a diverse and vibrant county located in the north-central part of Georgia. The county has a rich history, and it is home to several major employers. The population of the county is diverse, and the median household income is above the national average. Rockdale County is an important part of the Atlanta metropolitan area, and it is a great place to live and work.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Rockdale County?
Total Population of Rockdale County is 93,641.
What is the Total Male Population of Rockdale County?
Total Male Population of Rockdale County is 44,495.
What is the Total Female Population of Rockdale County?
Total Female Population of Rockdale County is 49,146.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Rockdale County?
There are 90.54 Males per 100 Females in Rockdale County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Rockdale County?
There are 110.45 Females per 100 Males in Rockdale County.
What is the Median Population Age in Rockdale County?
Median Population Age in Rockdale County is 39.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Rockdale County
Average Family Size in Rockdale County is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Rockdale County
Average Household Size in Rockdale County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Rockdale County?
Per Capita income in Rockdale County is $33,481.
What is the Median Family Income in Rockdale County?
Median Family Income in Rockdale County is $76,750.
What is the Median Household income in Rockdale County?
Median Household Income in Rockdale County is $68,999.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Rockdale County?
Income or Wage Gap in Rockdale County is 15.6%.
Women in Rockdale County earn 84.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Rockdale County?
Family Income Deficit in Rockdale County is $11,831.
Families that are below poverty line in Rockdale County earn $11,831 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Rockdale County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Rockdale County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Rockdale County?
There are 46,192 People in the Labor Forcein in Rockdale County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Rockdale County?
62.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Rockdale County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Rockdale County?
Unemployment Rate in Rockdale County is 6.0%.