Worth County, GA
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Worth County Overview
20,706
TOTAL POPULATION
9,859
MALE POPULATION
10,847
FEMALE POPULATION
90.89
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,119
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,361
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,496
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,637
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,333
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Worth County Area Codes
Race in Worth County
The most populous races in Worth County are White / Caucasian (14,070 | 67.9%), Black / African American (5,294 | 25.6%), and Two or more Races (1,060 | 5.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 179 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 5,294 | 25.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 7 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 522 | 2.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 71 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 14,070 | 67.9% |
| Two or more Races | 1,060 | 5.1% |
| Some other Race | 25 | 0.1% |
| Total | 20,706 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Worth County
The most populous ancestries reported in Worth County are American (3,504 | 16.9%), English (1,824 | 8.8%), Irish (1,395 | 6.7%), German (834 | 4.0%), and Scottish (366 | 1.8%), together accounting for 38.3% of all Worth County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 84 | 0.4% |
| American | 3,504 | 16.9% |
| Armenian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 21 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 10 | 0.1% |
| British | 55 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 13 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 5 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 296 | 1.4% |
| Colombian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 7 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 151 | 0.7% |
| Dutch | 47 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,824 | 8.8% |
| European | 314 | 1.5% |
| French | 65 | 0.3% |
| French Canadian | 2 | 0.0% |
| German | 834 | 4.0% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 167 | 0.8% |
| Indian (Asian) | 51 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 1,395 | 6.7% |
| Italian | 219 | 1.1% |
| Korean | 34 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 346 | 1.7% |
| Native Hawaiian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 17 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 71 | 0.3% |
| Portuguese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 14 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 35 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 5 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 31 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 147 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 366 | 1.8% |
| South American | 6 | 0.0% |
| South American Indian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 84 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 4 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 44 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 33 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 94 | 0.4% | View All 46 Rows |
Immigrants in Worth County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Worth County came from Latin America (146 | 0.7%), Asia (131 | 0.6%), Central America (109 | 0.5%), Mexico (104 | 0.5%), and Eastern Asia (99 | 0.5%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Worth County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 131 | 0.6% |
| Caribbean | 31 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 109 | 0.5% |
| China | 58 | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 31 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 99 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 35 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 5 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 79 | 0.4% |
| Germany | 44 | 0.2% |
| Japan | 21 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 20 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 146 | 0.7% |
| Mexico | 104 | 0.5% |
| Philippines | 16 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 35 | 0.2% |
| South America | 6 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 32 | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | 7 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 16 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 44 | 0.2% | View All 22 Rows |
Sex and Age in Worth County
Sex and Age in Worth County
The most populous age groups in Worth County are 55 to 59 Years (754 | 7.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (858 | 7.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 558 (5.7%) | 641 (5.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 723 (7.3%) | 702 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 594 (6.0%) | 595 (5.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 593 (6.0%) | 626 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 600 (6.1%) | 624 (5.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 659 (6.7%) | 568 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 609 (6.2%) | 687 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 402 (4.1%) | 707 (6.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 660 (6.7%) | 500 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 561 (5.7%) | 573 (5.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 666 (6.8%) | 767 (7.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 754 (7.6%) | 858 (7.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 703 (7.1%) | 730 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 596 (6.0%) | 704 (6.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 521 (5.3%) | 578 (5.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 313 (3.2%) | 429 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 205 (2.1%) | 128 (1.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 142 (1.4%) | 430 (4.0%) |
| Total | 9,859 (100.0%) | 10,847 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Worth County
Median Family Size in Worth County
The median family size in Worth County is 3.18 persons per family, with single male/father families (424 | 8.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (3,666 | 69.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.10 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,666 (69.3%) | 3.10 |
| Single Male/Father | 424 (8.0%) | 3.74 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,203 (22.7%) | 3.23 |
| Total Families | 5,293 (100.0%) | 3.18 |
Median Household Size in Worth County
The median household size in Worth County is 2.60 persons per household, with single male/father households (424 | 5.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.25 persons per household. non-family households (2,603 | 33.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,666 (46.4%) | 3.16 |
| Single Male/Father | 424 (5.4%) | 4.25 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,203 (15.2%) | 3.34 |
| Non-family | 2,603 (33.0%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 7,896 (100.0%) | 2.60 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Worth County
Out of a total of 7,896 households in Worth County, 5,293 (67.0%) are family households, while 2,603 (33.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,223, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,218.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,218 (28.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,223 (28.1%) | 353 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,485 (18.8%) | 32 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 922 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 525 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 84 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 54 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,293 (67.0%) | 2,603 (33.0%) |
Female Fertility in Worth County
Fertility by Age in Worth County
Average fertility rate in Worth County is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 129.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 55.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 81 (35.8%) | 129.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 126 (55.7%) | 67.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 19 (8.4%) | 10.0 |
| Total | 226 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Worth County
31.9% of women with births (226) in Worth County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 53 (42.1%) | 73 (57.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 72 (31.9%) | 154 (68.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Worth County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 141 (62.4%) | 86.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 70 (31.0%) | 45.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15 (6.6%) | 65.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 226 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Worth County
68.1% of women with births in Worth County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 90.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 9 (6.4%) | 132 (93.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 63 (90.0%) | 7 (10.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 72 (31.9%) | 154 (68.1%) |
Income in Worth County
Income Overview in Worth County
Per Capita Income in Worth County is $28,119, while median incomes of families and households are $65,361 and $56,496 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 20,706 | $28,119 |
| Median Family Income | 5,293 | $65,361 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,293 | $82,812 |
| Median Household Income | 7,896 | $56,496 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,896 | $70,767 |
| Income Deficit | 5,293 | $10,637 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 20,706 | 25.16% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 20,706 | 74.84¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 20,706 | 0.45 |
Earnings by Sex in Worth County
Average Earnings in Worth County are $35,088, $39,949 for men and $29,897 for women, a difference of 25.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,144 (54.6%) | $39,949 |
| Female | 4,270 (45.4%) | $29,897 |
| Total | 9,414 (100.0%) | $35,088 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Worth County
The most common earnings brackets in Worth County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (577 | 11.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (441 | 10.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 190 (3.7%) | 231 (5.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 72 (1.4%) | 198 (4.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 162 (3.2%) | 79 (1.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 39 (0.8%) | 223 (5.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 325 (6.3%) | 209 (4.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 89 (1.7%) | 65 (1.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 57 (1.1%) | 209 (4.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 18 (0.4%) | 186 (4.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 156 (3.0%) | 201 (4.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 245 (4.8%) | 106 (2.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 241 (4.7%) | 441 (10.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 528 (10.3%) | 421 (9.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 454 (8.8%) | 240 (5.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 192 (3.7%) | 135 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 304 (5.9%) | 269 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 172 (3.3%) | 305 (7.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 577 (11.2%) | 206 (4.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 291 (5.7%) | 265 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 533 (10.4%) | 107 (2.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 499 (9.7%) | 174 (4.1%) |
| Total | 5,144 (100.0%) | 4,270 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Worth County
Average earnings in Worth County are $45,229 for men and $31,670 for women, a difference of 30.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $100,887, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,742. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,450, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,382.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $35,742 | $16,382 |
| High School Diploma | $41,250 | $29,555 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,215 | $34,844 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $100,887 | $45,922 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $45,229 | $31,670 |
Family Income in Worth County
Family Income Brackets in Worth County
According to the Worth County family income data, there are 1,053 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 153 families (2.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 228 | 4.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 153 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 408 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 503 | 9.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 752 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 963 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 752 | 14.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,053 | 19.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 238 | 4.5% |
| $200,000+ | 243 | 4.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Worth County
6-person families (45 | 0.9%) account for the highest median family income in Worth County with $108,854 per family, while 2-person families (2,365 | 44.7%) have the highest median income of $30,604 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,365 (44.7%) | $61,209 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,556 (29.4%) | $63,273 |
| 4-Person Families | 869 (16.4%) | $71,840 |
| 5-Person Families | 406 (7.7%) | $83,382 |
| 6-Person Families | 45 (0.9%) | $108,854 |
| 7+ Person Families | 52 (1.0%) | $36,087 |
| Total | 5,293 (100.0%) | $65,361 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Worth County
The median family income in Worth County is $65,361, with families comprising 3+ earners (416) having the highest median family income of $129,091, while families with no earners (985) have the lowest median family income of $33,237, accounting for 7.9% and 18.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 985 (18.6%) | $33,237 |
| 1 Earner | 1,890 (35.7%) | $40,574 |
| 2 Earners | 2,002 (37.8%) | $90,542 |
| 3+ Earners | 416 (7.9%) | $129,091 |
| Total | 5,293 (100.0%) | $65,361 |
Household Income in Worth County
Household Income Brackets in Worth County
With 1,477 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Worth County, accounting for 18.7% of all households. In contrast, only 253 households (3.2%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 513 | 6.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 466 | 5.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 782 | 9.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 884 | 11.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 987 | 12.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,477 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,019 | 12.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,263 | 16.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 253 | 3.2% |
| $200,000+ | 261 | 3.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Worth County
The median household income in Worth County is $56,496, with the highest median household income of $80,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,875 households (36.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,245, with 284 households (3.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 284 (3.6%) | $40,245 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,217 (28.1%) | $51,563 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,875 (36.4%) | $80,625 |
| 65+ Years | 2,520 (31.9%) | $43,558 |
| Total | 7,896 (100.0%) | $56,496 |
Poverty in Worth County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Worth County
With 15.4% poverty level for males and 23.3% for females among the residents of Worth County, 12 to 14 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 178 males (56.3%) and 151 females (64.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 106 (22.7%) | 139 (21.7%) |
| 5 Years | 21 (33.3%) | 14 (46.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 242 (27.1%) | 321 (33.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 178 (56.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 26 (18.4%) | 151 (64.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 108 (41.4%) | 43 (25.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 207 (26.3%) | 265 (31.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 72 (5.7%) | 372 (29.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 76 (7.3%) | 353 (29.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 204 (16.7%) | 171 (12.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 90 (6.2%) | 296 (18.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (8.0%) | 192 (15.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (11.1%) | 175 (18.8%) |
| Total | 1,490 (15.4%) | 2,492 (23.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Worth County
According to the poverty statistics in Worth County, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.3% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 361 (77.3%) | 500 (78.2%) |
| 5 Years | 42 (66.7%) | 16 (53.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 652 (72.9%) | 634 (66.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 138 (43.7%) | 254 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 115 (81.6%) | 83 (35.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 153 (58.6%) | 124 (74.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 580 (73.7%) | 584 (68.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,184 (94.3%) | 883 (70.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 960 (92.7%) | 850 (70.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,020 (83.3%) | 1,165 (87.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,353 (93.8%) | 1,284 (81.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,018 (92.0%) | 1,066 (84.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 575 (88.9%) | 758 (81.2%) |
| Total | 8,151 (84.6%) | 8,201 (76.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Worth County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Worth County show that 6.1% or 223 of the total 3,666 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.4%, which includes 54 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,088 (94.4%) | 123 (5.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,159 (95.6%) | 54 (4.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 196 (92.0%) | 17 (8.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| Total | 3,443 (93.9%) | 223 (6.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Worth County
According to the poverty data in Worth County, 14.9% or 63 single-father households and 42.6% or 512 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 50 households (24.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 13 (7.0%) | 70 (16.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 50 (24.1%) | 260 (47.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 176 (75.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Total | 63 (14.9%) | 512 (42.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Worth County
The poverty data for Worth County shows that 223 of the married-couple family households (6.1%) and 575 of the single-parent households (35.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 123 (5.6%) | 83 (13.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 54 (4.4%) | 310 (41.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 17 (8.0%) | 176 (66.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 29 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Total | 223 (6.1%) | 575 (35.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Worth County
Employment by Class of Employer in Worth County
Among the 8,629 employed individuals in Worth County, private company employees (6,371 | 73.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (588 | 6.8%), and local government employees (531 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,371 | 73.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 263 | 3.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 588 | 6.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 450 | 5.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 531 | 6.1% |
| State Government Employees | 278 | 3.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 147 | 1.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 1 | 0.0% |
| Total | 8,629 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Worth County
According to the labor force statistics for Worth County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,518), 56.5% or 9,333 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.0% or 653 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 86.1% or 1,056 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 29.5% or 87 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 295 (35.0%) | 87 (29.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 845 (69.0%) | 151 (17.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,056 (86.1%) | 122 (11.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,093 (84.3%) | 52 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,806 (79.6%) | 92 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,959 (76.3%) | 119 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 932 (57.8%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 675 (47.1%) | 18 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 578 (24.1%) | 4 (0.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 99 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,333 (56.5%) | 653 (7.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Worth County
According to labor force statistics for Worth County, 72.3% of individuals (7,522) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,404) are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 414 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.4% or 810 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.8% or 85 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 666 (52.6%) | 162 (12.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,336 (72.0%) | 185 (4.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,710 (76.0%) | 253 (7.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 810 (86.4%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| Total | 7,522 (72.3%) | 572 (5.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Worth County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Worth County are Health Diagnosing & Treating (763 | 8.8%), Management (602 | 6.9%), Community & Social Service (537 | 6.2%), Education Instruction & Library (334 | 3.8%), and Health Technologists (334 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Worth County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (86.5%), Architecture & Engineering (85.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (96.4%), Community & Social Service (86.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 401 (66.6%) | 201 (33.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 63 (42.6%) | 85 (57.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 186 (84.6%) | 34 (15.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 (50.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 91 (85.9%) | 15 (14.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 90 (86.5%) | 14 (13.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 73 (13.6%) | 464 (86.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 24 (32.0%) | 51 (68.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 10 (35.7%) | 18 (64.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 12 (3.6%) | 322 (96.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 27 (27.0%) | 73 (73.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 187 (24.5%) | 576 (75.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 91 (27.3%) | 243 (72.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 910 (40.1%) | 1,360 (59.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,817 (55.5%) | 3,862 (44.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Worth County are Food Preparation & Serving (420 | 4.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (299 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (182 | 2.1%), Healthcare Support (160 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (95 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Worth County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (74.3%), and Security & Protection (65.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (89.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (77.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 160 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 62 (65.3%) | 33 (34.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 60 (64.5%) | 33 (35.5%) |
| Law Enforcement | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 95 (22.6%) | 325 (77.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 222 (74.3%) | 77 (25.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 19 (10.4%) | 163 (89.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 398 (34.4%) | 758 (65.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,817 (55.5%) | 3,862 (44.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Worth County are Office & Administration (827 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (688 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 339 (49.3%) | 349 (50.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 111 (13.4%) | 716 (86.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 450 (29.7%) | 1,065 (70.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,817 (55.5%) | 3,862 (44.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Worth County are Construction & Extraction (648 | 7.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (580 | 6.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (164 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 152 (92.7%) | 12 (7.3%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 630 (97.2%) | 18 (2.8%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 579 (99.8%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,361 (97.8%) | 31 (2.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,817 (55.5%) | 3,862 (44.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Worth County are Production (1,190 | 13.7%), Transportation (644 | 7.4%), and Material Moving (512 | 5.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 787 (66.1%) | 403 (33.9%) |
| Transportation | 552 (85.7%) | 92 (14.3%) |
| Material Moving | 359 (70.1%) | 153 (29.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,698 (72.4%) | 648 (27.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,817 (55.5%) | 3,862 (44.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Worth County
Employment Industries in Worth County
The major employment industries in Worth County include Retail Trade (1,237 | 14.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,111 | 12.8%), Manufacturing (1,109 | 12.8%), Construction (863 | 9.9%), and Educational Services (575 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Worth County
The Worth County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (90.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (87.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (82.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (78.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 431 (88.9%) | 54 (11.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 777 (90.0%) | 86 (10.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 771 (69.5%) | 338 (30.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 187 (64.7%) | 102 (35.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 647 (52.3%) | 590 (47.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 464 (86.1%) | 75 (13.9%) |
| Utilities | 64 (75.3%) | 21 (24.7%) |
| Information | 111 (63.1%) | 65 (36.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 87 (44.9%) | 107 (55.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 104 (57.5%) | 77 (42.5%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 205 (68.6%) | 94 (31.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 206 (61.3%) | 130 (38.7%) |
| Educational Services | 72 (12.5%) | 503 (87.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 197 (17.7%) | 914 (82.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 89 (21.8%) | 320 (78.2%) |
| Public Administration | 141 (51.8%) | 131 (48.2%) |
| Total | 4,817 (55.5%) | 3,862 (44.5%) |
Education in Worth County
School Enrollment in Worth County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,304 students in Worth County are elementary school (1,156 | 26.9%), college / undergraduate (827 | 19.2%), and high school (805 | 18.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 235 | 5.5% |
| Kindergarten | 443 | 10.3% |
| Elementary School | 1,156 | 26.9% |
| Middle School | 713 | 16.6% |
| High School | 805 | 18.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 827 | 19.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 125 | 2.9% |
| Total | 4,304 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Worth County
Out of a total of 4,304 students who are enrolled in schools in Worth County, 443 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,861 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 77 (40.7% 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 180 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 203 (88.6%) | 26 (11.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,280 (92.5%) | 103 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 936 (93.9%) | 61 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 613 (88.7%) | 78 (11.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 180 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 396 (80.3%) | 97 (19.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 142 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 112 (59.3%) | 77 (40.7%) |
| Total | 3,861 (89.7%) | 443 (10.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Worth County
Education (405 | 28.0%), business (273 | 18.9%), science & technology (171 | 11.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (140 | 9.7%), and engineering (118 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 1,445 individuals in Worth County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1 | 0.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 140 | 9.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 30 | 2.1% |
| Psychology | 57 | 3.9% |
| Social Sciences | 106 | 7.3% |
| Engineering | 118 | 8.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 171 | 11.8% |
| Business | 273 | 18.9% |
| Education | 405 | 28.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 15 | 1.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 51 | 3.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 12 | 0.8% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 66 | 4.6% |
| Total | 1,445 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Worth County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Worth County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Worth County are males with 2 vehicles (1,899, accounting for 39.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,379, making up 49.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 69 (1.5%) | 78 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 738 (15.5%) | 760 (19.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,899 (39.8%) | 1,379 (35.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,182 (24.8%) | 844 (21.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 557 (11.7%) | 350 (9.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 324 (6.8%) | 449 (11.6%) |
| Total | 4,769 (100.0%) | 3,860 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Worth County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Worth County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,628 commuters, 19.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,249 commuters, 15.0%), and 5 to 9 minutes (1,017 commuters, 12.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 307 | 3.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,017 | 12.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 571 | 6.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 773 | 9.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,249 | 15.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 810 | 9.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,628 | 19.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 253 | 3.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 499 | 6.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 764 | 9.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 208 | 2.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 219 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Worth County
The most common commute times in Worth County are 30 to 34 minutes (1,095 commuters, 23.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (722 commuters, 19.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 203 (4.3%) | 104 (2.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 295 (6.3%) | 722 (19.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 246 (5.3%) | 325 (8.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 545 (11.7%) | 228 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 835 (17.9%) | 414 (11.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 361 (7.7%) | 449 (12.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,095 (23.5%) | 533 (14.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 233 (5.0%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 208 (4.5%) | 291 (8.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 299 (6.4%) | 465 (12.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 199 (4.3%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 143 (3.1%) | 76 (2.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Worth County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Worth County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (992, 21.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (807, 22.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 357 (7.7%) | 64 (1.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 115 (2.5%) | 90 (2.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 256 (5.5%) | 221 (6.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 612 (13.1%) | 394 (10.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 825 (17.7%) | 283 (7.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 992 (21.3%) | 807 (22.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 686 (14.7%) | 686 (18.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 242 (5.2%) | 285 (7.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 94 (2.0%) | 64 (1.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 201 (4.3%) | 184 (5.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 25 (0.5%) | 84 (2.3%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 17 (0.4%) | 29 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 133 (2.9%) | 115 (3.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 107 (2.3%) | 330 (9.1%) |
| Total | 4,662 (100.0%) | 3,636 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Worth County
Occupancy by Ownership in Worth County
Of the total 7,896 dwellings in Worth County, owner-occupied units account for 5,734 (72.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,162 (27.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,734 | 72.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,162 | 27.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,896 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Worth County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,218 | 28.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,576 | 32.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,517 | 19.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,585 | 20.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,896 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Worth County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,377 (62.1%) | 841 (37.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,164 (84.0%) | 412 (16.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,104 (72.8%) | 413 (27.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,089 (68.7%) | 496 (31.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,734 (72.6%) | 2,162 (27.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Worth County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 470 (59.3%) | 322 (40.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,539 (70.7%) | 1,054 (29.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,980 (75.1%) | 657 (24.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 745 (85.2%) | 129 (14.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Worth County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,394 | 17.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,107 | 14.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,305 | 16.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,570 | 19.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,408 | 17.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 742 | 9.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 370 | 4.7% |
| Total | 7,896 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Worth County
Median Income by Occupancy in Worth County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,734 (72.6%) | $61,410 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,162 (27.4%) | $35,203 |
| Average | 7,896 (100.0%) | $56,496 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Worth County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 82 (1.4%) | 216 (10.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 108 (1.9%) | 106 (4.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 216 (3.8%) | 248 (11.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 283 (4.9%) | 171 (7.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 231 (4.0%) | 97 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 643 (11.2%) | 240 (11.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 772 (13.5%) | 215 (9.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,139 (19.9%) | 335 (15.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 753 (13.1%) | 269 (12.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,026 (17.9%) | 240 (11.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 481 (8.4%) | 25 (1.2%) |
| Total | 5,734 (100.0%) | 2,162 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Worth County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 630 (11.0%) | 117 (5.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,520 (26.5%) | 197 (9.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,271 (22.2%) | 535 (24.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 709 (12.4%) | 488 (22.6%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,143 (19.9%) | 531 (24.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 247 (4.3%) | 37 (1.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 149 (2.6%) | 43 (2.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 22 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 43 (0.7%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| Total | 5,734 (100.0%) | 2,162 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Worth County
Housing Structures in Worth County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,500 | 57.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 98 | 1.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 251 | 3.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 87 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 165 | 2.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 55 | 0.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,740 | 34.7% |
| Total | 7,896 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Worth County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,600 (80.0%) | 900 (20.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 50 (51.0%) | 48 (49.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 251 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 165 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1 (1.8%) | 54 (98.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,083 (76.0%) | 657 (24.0%) |
| Total | 5,734 (72.6%) | 2,162 (27.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Worth County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 106 (1.8%) | 274 (12.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,931 (33.7%) | 1,005 (46.5%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,770 (48.3%) | 604 (27.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 927 (16.2%) | 279 (12.9%) |
| Total | 5,734 (100.0%) | 2,162 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Worth County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 381 (6.6%) | 258 (11.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 530 (9.2%) | 247 (11.4%) |
| Electricity | 4,767 (83.1%) | 1,628 (75.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 19 (0.3%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 37 (0.6%) | 21 (1.0%) |
| Total | 5,734 (100.0%) | 2,162 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Worth County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 267 (4.7%) | 348 (16.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,283 (22.4%) | 996 (46.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,228 (38.9%) | 536 (24.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,956 (34.1%) | 282 (13.0%) |
| Total | 5,734 (100.0%) | 2,162 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Worth County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Worth County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,271 | 2,463 |
| Median Property Value | $78,600 | $114,500 |
| Median Household Income | $52,759 | $241 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $438 | $43 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $880 | $65 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Worth County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 910 (27.8%) | 301 (12.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 998 (30.5%) | 737 (29.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,168 (35.7%) | 1,149 (46.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 84 (2.6%) | 240 (9.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 57 (1.7%) | 36 (1.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 54 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,271 (100.0%) | 2,463 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Worth County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 161 (4.9%) | 32 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 530 (16.2%) | 29 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 350 (10.7%) | 200 (8.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 568 (17.4%) | 293 (11.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 647 (19.8%) | 204 (8.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 389 (11.9%) | 492 (20.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 386 (11.8%) | 364 (14.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 240 (7.3%) | 640 (26.0%) |
| Total | 3,271 (100.0%) | 2,463 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Worth County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,885 (57.6%) | 75,993 (3,085.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 534 (16.3%) | 1,491 (60.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 252 (7.7%) | 433 (17.6%) |
| 4.0x or more | 534 (16.3%) | 214 (8.7%) |
| Total | 3,271 (100.0%) | 2,463 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Worth County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,426 (43.6%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 718 (22.0%) | 609 (24.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,005 (30.7%) | 835 (33.9%) |
| Total | 3,271 (100.0%) | 2,463 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Worth County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Worth County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,290 (99.9%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,152 (89.9%) | 352 (10.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,219 (72.7%) | 457 (27.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,352 (59.0%) | 939 (41.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,645 (73.5%) | 594 (26.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,848 (72.2%) | 712 (27.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,638 (87.3%) | 385 (12.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,364 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,580 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,088 (83.2%) | 3,441 (16.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Worth County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,290 (99.9%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,152 (89.9%) | 352 (10.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,219 (72.7%) | 457 (27.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Worth County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,062 (85.6%) | 515 (14.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,383 (71.6%) | 1,345 (28.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,945 (85.6%) | 497 (14.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,432 (83.3%) | 488 (16.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,264 (89.9%) | 593 (10.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Worth County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 941 (72.8%) | 416 (32.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,985 (56.7%) | 1,208 (34.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 264 (15.8%) | 1,017 (60.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 185 (8.1%) | 1,225 (53.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 352 (15.7%) | 1,307 (58.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 290 (11.3%) | 1,597 (62.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 883 (29.2%) | 1,932 (63.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,324 (98.3%) | 1,110 (46.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,544 (97.7%) | 875 (55.4%) |
| Total | 8,768 (42.7%) | 10,687 (52.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Worth County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 307 (17.9%) | 59 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 100 (4.9%) | 96 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 508 (13.7%) | 669 (16.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 349 (31.6%) | 448 (35.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 346 (53.5%) | 631 (67.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Worth County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 161 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.2%) | 41 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 162 (4.4%) | 64 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 166 (15.0%) | 118 (9.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 165 (25.5%) | 208 (22.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 56 (3.3%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (0.8%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 186 (5.0%) | 112 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 48 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (1.7%) | 199 (21.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 114 (6.6%) | 51 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 48 (2.4%) | 46 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 145 (3.9%) | 355 (8.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 34 (3.1%) | 121 (9.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 87 (13.5%) | 247 (26.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 80 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 31 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 249 (6.7%) | 429 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 149 (13.5%) | 325 (25.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 225 (34.8%) | 469 (50.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 81 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 31 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 90 (2.4%) | 207 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (2.4%) | 93 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 133 (20.6%) | 362 (38.8%) |
Technology Access in Worth County
Computing Device Access in Worth County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,695 | 59.5% |
| Smartphone | 6,650 | 84.2% |
| Tablet | 3,908 | 49.5% |
| No Computing Device | 835 | 10.6% |
| Total | 7,896 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Worth County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,936 | 37.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,720 | 21.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,169 | 14.8% |
| No Internet | 2,191 | 27.8% |
| Total | 7,896 | 100.0% |
Worth County Summary
Worth County is located in the south-central part of the state of Georgia, in the United States. It is bordered by Turner, Tift, Ben Hill, Irwin, Wilcox, and Crisp counties. The county seat is Sylvester, and the largest city is Sylvester. The county was created in 1853 from parts of Irwin and Tift counties and was named for Major General William J. Worth, a hero of the Mexican-American War.
Geography
Worth County covers an area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4 square miles (0.9%) is water. The county is located in the Coastal Plain region of Georgia, and is characterized by rolling hills and flat plains. The Flint River runs through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds. The county is home to several state parks, including Reed Bingham State Park, which is located on the Flint River.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Worth County had a population of 21,679. The racial makeup of the county was 57.3% White, 39.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Economy
Worth County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is home to several large agricultural operations, including poultry, beef, and dairy farms. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a wood products plant, and a plastics plant. The county also has a thriving service sector, with several healthcare facilities, retail stores, and restaurants.
The county is served by two major highways, US Highway 82 and Georgia State Route 33. The county is also served by the Worth County Airport, which offers general aviation services.
Conclusion
Worth County is a rural county located in the south-central part of the state of Georgia. It is home to a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is served by two major highways and the Worth County Airport, and is home to several state parks. As of the 2010 census, Worth County had a population of 21,679, with a racial makeup of 57.3% White, 39.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Worth County?
Total Population of Worth County is 20,706.
What is the Total Male Population of Worth County?
Total Male Population of Worth County is 9,859.
What is the Total Female Population of Worth County?
Total Female Population of Worth County is 10,847.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Worth County?
There are 90.89 Males per 100 Females in Worth County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Worth County?
There are 110.02 Females per 100 Males in Worth County.
What is the Median Population Age in Worth County?
Median Population Age in Worth County is 41.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Worth County
Average Family Size in Worth County is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Worth County
Average Household Size in Worth County is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Worth County?
Per Capita income in Worth County is $28,119.
What is the Median Family Income in Worth County?
Median Family Income in Worth County is $65,361.
What is the Median Household income in Worth County?
Median Household Income in Worth County is $56,496.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Worth County?
Income or Wage Gap in Worth County is 25.2%.
Women in Worth County earn 74.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Worth County?
Family Income Deficit in Worth County is $10,637.
Families that are below poverty line in Worth County earn $10,637 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Worth County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Worth County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Worth County?
There are 9,333 People in the Labor Forcein in Worth County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Worth County?
56.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Worth County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Worth County?
Unemployment Rate in Worth County is 7.0%.