Perry County, IN
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Perry County Overview
19,186
TOTAL POPULATION
10,419
MALE POPULATION
8,767
FEMALE POPULATION
118.84
MALES / 100 FEMALES
84.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,144
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,514
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,936
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,278
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,930
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Perry County Area Codes
Race in Perry County
The most populous races in Perry County are White / Caucasian (17,910 | 93.3%), Black / African American (610 | 3.2%), and Two or more Races (446 | 2.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 135 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 610 | 3.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 293 | 1.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 41 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,910 | 93.3% |
| Two or more Races | 446 | 2.3% |
| Some other Race | 44 | 0.2% |
| Total | 19,186 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Perry County
The most populous ancestries reported in Perry County are German (5,154 | 26.9%), English (3,099 | 16.2%), Irish (2,790 | 14.5%), American (1,744 | 9.1%), and French (777 | 4.1%), together accounting for 70.7% of all Perry County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 18 | 0.1% |
| American | 1,744 | 9.1% |
| Arab | 59 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 240 | 1.3% |
| Bhutanese | 56 | 0.3% |
| Blackfeet | 7 | 0.0% |
| British | 45 | 0.2% |
| Bulgarian | 109 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 12 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 94 | 0.5% |
| Central American Indian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 27 | 0.1% |
| Cheyenne | 7 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 4 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 41 | 0.2% |
| Cuban | 11 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 93 | 0.5% |
| Eastern European | 4 | 0.0% |
| English | 3,099 | 16.2% |
| Ethiopian | 36 | 0.2% |
| European | 235 | 1.2% |
| Finnish | 41 | 0.2% |
| French | 777 | 4.1% |
| French Canadian | 10 | 0.1% |
| German | 5,154 | 26.9% |
| Greek | 24 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 86 | 0.4% |
| Hungarian | 37 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 20 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 2,790 | 14.5% |
| Italian | 246 | 1.3% |
| Korean | 8 | 0.0% |
| Laotian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 95 | 0.5% |
| Mexican American Indian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Moroccan | 59 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 13 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 139 | 0.7% |
| Russian | 50 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 8 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 31 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 39 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 156 | 0.8% |
| Slovak | 19 | 0.1% |
| South American | 46 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 29 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 4 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 54 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 54 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 124 | 0.6% |
| Thai | 39 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 107 | 0.6% | View All 58 Rows |
Immigrants in Perry County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Perry County came from Asia (115 | 0.6%), Eastern Asia (73 | 0.4%), Latin America (61 | 0.3%), Central America (56 | 0.3%), and Japan (53 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.9% of all Perry County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 36 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 115 | 0.6% |
| Canada | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 56 | 0.3% |
| China | 20 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 36 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 73 | 0.4% |
| El Salvador | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopia | 36 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 8 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 8 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 24 | 0.1% |
| India | 27 | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 53 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 61 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 28 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 5 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 5 | 0.0% |
| Singapore | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 5 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 27 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 15 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 8 | 0.0% | View All 24 Rows |
Sex and Age in Perry County
Sex and Age in Perry County
The most populous age groups in Perry County are 35 to 39 Years (824 | 7.9%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (720 | 8.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 532 (5.1%) | 537 (6.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 547 (5.2%) | 502 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 655 (6.3%) | 559 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 581 (5.6%) | 508 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 645 (6.2%) | 453 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 811 (7.8%) | 506 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 737 (7.1%) | 485 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 824 (7.9%) | 455 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 663 (6.4%) | 540 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 701 (6.7%) | 494 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 649 (6.2%) | 520 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 744 (7.1%) | 720 (8.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 645 (6.2%) | 594 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 660 (6.3%) | 607 (6.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 421 (4.0%) | 463 (5.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 264 (2.5%) | 340 (3.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 131 (1.3%) | 199 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 209 (2.0%) | 285 (3.3%) |
| Total | 10,419 (100.0%) | 8,767 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Perry County
Median Family Size in Perry County
The median family size in Perry County is 3.03 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,629 | 79.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.15 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (461 | 10.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.15 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,629 (79.5%) | 3.15 |
| Single Male/Father | 461 (10.1%) | 2.15 |
| Single Female/Mother | 477 (10.4%) | 2.98 |
| Total Families | 4,567 (100.0%) | 3.03 |
Median Household Size in Perry County
The median household size in Perry County is 2.34 persons per household, with married-couple households (3,629 | 47.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.17 persons per household. non-family households (3,019 | 39.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,629 (47.8%) | 3.17 |
| Single Male/Father | 461 (6.1%) | 2.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 477 (6.3%) | 3.07 |
| Non-family | 3,019 (39.8%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 7,586 (100.0%) | 2.34 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Perry County
Out of a total of 7,586 households in Perry County, 4,567 (60.2%) are family households, while 3,019 (39.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,262, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,401.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,401 (31.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,262 (29.8%) | 598 (7.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 889 (11.7%) | 16 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 862 (11.4%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 370 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 133 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 51 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,567 (60.2%) | 3,019 (39.8%) |
Female Fertility in Perry County
Fertility by Age in Perry County
Average fertility rate in Perry County is 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 109.0 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 | 19 (8.4%) | 37.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 157 (69.5%) | 109.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 50 (22.1%) | 32.0 |
| Total | 226 (100.0%) | 65.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Perry County
61.5% of women with births (226) in Perry 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 22.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 100 (63.7%) | 57 (36.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 39 (78.0%) | 11 (22.0%) |
| Total | 139 (61.5%) | 87 (38.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Perry County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 70 (31.0%) | 66.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 93 (41.1%) | 80.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 37 (16.4%) | 76.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (11.5%) | 119.0 |
| Total | 226 (100.0%) | 65.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Perry County
38.5% of women with births in Perry County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 53.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 45 (64.3%) | 25 (35.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 43 (46.2%) | 50 (53.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 25 (67.6%) | 12 (32.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 139 (61.5%) | 87 (38.5%) |
Income in Perry County
Income Overview in Perry County
Per Capita Income in Perry County is $29,144, while median incomes of families and households are $82,514 and $58,936 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 19,186 | $29,144 |
| Median Family Income | 4,567 | $82,514 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,567 | $89,500 |
| Median Household Income | 7,586 | $58,936 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,586 | $72,080 |
| Income Deficit | 4,567 | $9,278 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 19,186 | 38.42% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 19,186 | 61.58¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 19,186 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Perry County
Average Earnings in Perry County are $40,087, $47,036 for men and $28,963 for women, a difference of 38.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,514 (56.7%) | $47,036 |
| Female | 4,209 (43.3%) | $28,963 |
| Total | 9,723 (100.0%) | $40,087 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Perry County
The most common earnings brackets in Perry County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (730 | 13.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (363 | 8.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 334 (6.1%) | 210 (5.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 179 (3.3%) | 167 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 189 (3.4%) | 311 (7.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 170 (3.1%) | 175 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 127 (2.3%) | 302 (7.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 86 (1.6%) | 156 (3.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 32 (0.6%) | 174 (4.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 134 (2.4%) | 82 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 58 (1.1%) | 137 (3.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 124 (2.2%) | 149 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 293 (5.3%) | 363 (8.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 193 (3.5%) | 236 (5.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 245 (4.4%) | 220 (5.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 369 (6.7%) | 300 (7.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 439 (8.0%) | 261 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 354 (6.4%) | 166 (3.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 730 (13.2%) | 259 (6.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 312 (5.7%) | 191 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 711 (12.9%) | 268 (6.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 435 (7.9%) | 82 (1.9%) |
| Total | 5,514 (100.0%) | 4,209 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Perry County
Average earnings in Perry County are $52,488 for men and $33,391 for women, a difference of 36.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,042, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,682. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,972, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $27,540.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,682 | $27,540 |
| High School Diploma | $48,073 | $28,750 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,438 | $29,833 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $59,750 | $44,222 |
| Graduate Degree | $62,042 | $70,972 |
| Total | $52,488 | $33,391 |
Family Income in Perry County
Family Income Brackets in Perry County
According to the Perry County family income data, there are 1,078 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.6% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 123 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 123 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 160 | 3.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 196 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 196 | 4.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 594 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 827 | 18.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 804 | 17.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,078 | 23.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 379 | 8.3% |
| $200,000+ | 210 | 4.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Perry County
6-person families (154 | 3.4%) account for the highest median family income in Perry County with $137,984 per family, while 2-person families (2,388 | 52.3%) have the highest median income of $33,616 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,388 (52.3%) | $67,232 |
| 3-Person Families | 908 (19.9%) | $84,659 |
| 4-Person Families | 730 (16.0%) | $90,351 |
| 5-Person Families | 357 (7.8%) | $105,662 |
| 6-Person Families | 154 (3.4%) | $137,984 |
| 7+ Person Families | 30 (0.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 4,567 (100.0%) | $82,514 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Perry County
The median family income in Perry County is $82,514, with families comprising 3+ earners (495) having the highest median family income of $140,461, while families with no earners (868) have the lowest median family income of $42,675, accounting for 10.8% and 19.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 868 (19.0%) | $42,675 |
| 1 Earner | 1,237 (27.1%) | $57,319 |
| 2 Earners | 1,967 (43.1%) | $102,125 |
| 3+ Earners | 495 (10.8%) | $140,461 |
| Total | 4,567 (100.0%) | $82,514 |
Household Income in Perry County
Household Income Brackets in Perry County
With 1,365 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Perry County, accounting for 18.0% of all households. In contrast, only 220 households (2.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 349 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 432 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 759 | 10.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 630 | 8.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,092 | 14.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,365 | 18.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,009 | 13.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,335 | 17.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 387 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 220 | 2.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Perry County
The median household income in Perry County is $58,936, with the highest median household income of $75,038 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,219 households (29.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,570, with 2,296 households (30.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 313 (4.1%) | $48,793 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,219 (29.2%) | $75,038 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,758 (36.4%) | $70,920 |
| 65+ Years | 2,296 (30.3%) | $40,570 |
| Total | 7,586 (100.0%) | $58,936 |
Poverty in Perry County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Perry County
With 10.9% poverty level for males and 13.4% for females among the residents of Perry County, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 77 males (15.1%) and 192 females (31.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 77 (15.1%) | 60 (11.5%) |
| 5 Years | 17 (12.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 83 (12.6%) | 63 (8.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 55 (13.5%) | 34 (13.6%) |
| 15 Years | 12 (13.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 20 (7.4%) | 58 (25.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 66 (8.6%) | 192 (31.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 152 (13.2%) | 217 (21.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 156 (15.0%) | 100 (10.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 130 (11.4%) | 62 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 55 (4.4%) | 217 (16.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (9.5%) | 56 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (10.7%) | 99 (13.5%) |
| Total | 985 (10.9%) | 1,158 (13.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Perry County
According to the poverty statistics in Perry County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.6% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 434 (84.9%) | 463 (88.5%) |
| 5 Years | 119 (87.5%) | 50 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 576 (87.4%) | 671 (91.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 352 (86.5%) | 216 (86.4%) |
| 15 Years | 80 (87.0%) | 122 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 250 (92.6%) | 169 (74.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 703 (91.4%) | 420 (68.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,003 (86.8%) | 774 (78.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 884 (85.0%) | 895 (89.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,014 (88.6%) | 952 (93.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,205 (95.6%) | 1,090 (83.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 934 (90.5%) | 1,012 (94.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 533 (89.3%) | 635 (86.5%) |
| Total | 8,087 (89.1%) | 7,469 (86.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Perry County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Perry County show that 4.3% or 156 of the total 3,629 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 17.6%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.7%, which includes 5 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,097 (94.5%) | 121 (5.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,077 (97.6%) | 27 (2.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 285 (98.3%) | 5 (1.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (82.4%) | 3 (17.6%) |
| Total | 3,473 (95.7%) | 156 (4.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Perry County
According to the poverty data in Perry County, 33.0% or 152 single-father households and 23.7% or 113 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 76 households (38.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 76 (29.1%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 76 (38.0%) | 64 (27.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (66.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 152 (33.0%) | 113 (23.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Perry County
The poverty data for Perry County shows that 156 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 265 of the single-parent households (28.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (17.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 121 (5.5%) | 78 (17.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 27 (2.5%) | 140 (32.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (1.7%) | 44 (66.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (17.6%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 156 (4.3%) | 265 (28.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Perry County
Employment by Class of Employer in Perry County
Among the 8,372 employed individuals in Perry County, private company employees (6,156 | 73.5%), not-for-profit organizations (695 | 8.3%), and local government employees (512 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,156 | 73.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 263 | 3.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 337 | 4.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 695 | 8.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 512 | 6.1% |
| State Government Employees | 276 | 3.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 133 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 8,372 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Perry County
According to the labor force statistics for Perry County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,640), 57.1% or 8,930 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 455 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 85.0% or 933 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.5% or 55 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 439 (50.2%) | 55 (12.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 933 (85.0%) | 30 (3.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,014 (77.0%) | 29 (2.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 830 (67.9%) | 67 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,665 (67.1%) | 58 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,797 (76.0%) | 137 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,078 (73.6%) | 36 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 618 (49.9%) | 18 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 456 (21.2%) | 30 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 96 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,930 (57.1%) | 455 (5.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Perry County
According to labor force statistics for Perry County, 69.4% of individuals (7,001) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,088) are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 343 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 84.3% or 1,474 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.2% or 33 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 359 (49.9%) | 66 (9.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,833 (66.2%) | 133 (3.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,335 (69.9%) | 257 (7.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,474 (84.3%) | 51 (2.9%) |
| Total | 7,001 (69.4%) | 494 (4.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Perry County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Perry County are Management (711 | 8.4%), Community & Social Service (684 | 8.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (481 | 5.7%), Education Instruction & Library (409 | 4.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (263 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Perry County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (84.4%), and Management (69.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (90.9%), and Health Technologists (90.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 497 (69.9%) | 214 (30.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 35 (21.3%) | 129 (78.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 222 (84.4%) | 41 (15.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 45 (61.6%) | 28 (38.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 162 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 15 (53.6%) | 13 (46.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 168 (24.6%) | 516 (75.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 80 (47.1%) | 90 (52.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 81 (19.8%) | 328 (80.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 7 (9.1%) | 70 (90.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 62 (12.9%) | 419 (87.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 16 (9.6%) | 151 (90.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 984 (42.7%) | 1,319 (57.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,667 (55.2%) | 3,788 (44.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Perry County are Food Preparation & Serving (467 | 5.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (371 | 4.4%), Healthcare Support (194 | 2.3%), Security & Protection (155 | 1.8%), and Personal Care & Service (108 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Perry County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (90.0%), Security & Protection (80.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (61.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.2%), Personal Care & Service (73.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 19 (9.8%) | 175 (90.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 124 (80.0%) | 31 (20.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 34 (61.8%) | 21 (38.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 90 (90.0%) | 10 (10.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 139 (29.8%) | 328 (70.2%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 127 (34.2%) | 244 (65.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 29 (26.9%) | 79 (73.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 438 (33.8%) | 857 (66.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,667 (55.2%) | 3,788 (44.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Perry County are Office & Administration (732 | 8.7%), and Sales & Related (542 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 164 (30.3%) | 378 (69.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 218 (29.8%) | 514 (70.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 382 (30.0%) | 892 (70.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,667 (55.2%) | 3,788 (44.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Perry County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (519 | 6.1%), Construction & Extraction (504 | 6.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (26 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 8 (30.8%) | 18 (69.2%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 492 (97.6%) | 12 (2.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 501 (96.5%) | 18 (3.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,001 (95.4%) | 48 (4.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,667 (55.2%) | 3,788 (44.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Perry County are Production (1,632 | 19.3%), Material Moving (568 | 6.7%), and Transportation (334 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,137 (69.7%) | 495 (30.3%) |
| Transportation | 306 (91.6%) | 28 (8.4%) |
| Material Moving | 419 (73.8%) | 149 (26.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,862 (73.5%) | 672 (26.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,667 (55.2%) | 3,788 (44.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Perry County
Employment Industries in Perry County
The major employment industries in Perry County include Manufacturing (2,786 | 33.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,057 | 12.5%), Retail Trade (649 | 7.7%), Construction (562 | 6.7%), and Educational Services (498 | 5.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Perry County
The Perry County industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (82.0%), and Wholesale Trade (77.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (81.9%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (76.1%), and Educational Services (74.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 201 (82.0%) | 44 (18.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 12 (40.0%) | 18 (60.0%) |
| Construction | 562 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,995 (71.6%) | 791 (28.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 136 (77.7%) | 39 (22.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 257 (39.6%) | 392 (60.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 301 (77.0%) | 90 (23.0%) |
| Utilities | 74 (71.2%) | 30 (28.8%) |
| Information | 23 (47.9%) | 25 (52.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 96 (33.5%) | 191 (66.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 22 (23.9%) | 70 (76.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 35 (33.3%) | 70 (66.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 66 (35.7%) | 119 (64.3%) |
| Educational Services | 126 (25.3%) | 372 (74.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 191 (18.1%) | 866 (81.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 35 (38.0%) | 57 (62.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 152 (34.5%) | 288 (65.4%) |
| Public Administration | 220 (53.4%) | 192 (46.6%) |
| Total | 4,667 (55.2%) | 3,788 (44.8%) |
Education in Perry County
School Enrollment in Perry County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,958 students in Perry County are middle school (1,045 | 26.4%), high school (855 | 21.6%), and elementary school (792 | 20.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 355 | 9.0% |
| Kindergarten | 163 | 4.1% |
| Elementary School | 792 | 20.0% |
| Middle School | 1,045 | 26.4% |
| High School | 855 | 21.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 549 | 13.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 199 | 5.0% |
| Total | 3,958 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Perry County
Out of a total of 3,958 students who are enrolled in schools in Perry County, 685 (17.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,273 (82.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 210 (68.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 290 (98.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 159 (59.3%) | 109 (40.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 843 (86.6%) | 131 (13.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,007 (87.9%) | 139 (12.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 670 (97.4%) | 18 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 106 (81.5%) | 24 (18.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 290 (98.0%) | 6 (2.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 104 (68.9%) | 47 (31.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 95 (31.1%) | 210 (68.9%) |
| Total | 3,273 (82.7%) | 685 (17.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Perry County
Education (509 | 21.5%), business (415 | 17.5%), arts & humanities (299 | 12.6%), science & technology (281 | 11.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (219 | 9.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,365 individuals in Perry County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 55 | 2.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 219 | 9.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 38 | 1.6% |
| Psychology | 81 | 3.4% |
| Social Sciences | 125 | 5.3% |
| Engineering | 105 | 4.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 281 | 11.9% |
| Business | 415 | 17.5% |
| Education | 509 | 21.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 33 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 118 | 5.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 27 | 1.1% |
| Communications | 60 | 2.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 299 | 12.6% |
| Total | 2,365 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Perry County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Perry County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Perry County are males with 2 vehicles (1,481, accounting for 32.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,260, making up 39.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 86 (1.9%) | 65 (1.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 492 (10.6%) | 345 (9.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,481 (32.0%) | 1,260 (33.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,256 (27.2%) | 1,263 (33.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 680 (14.7%) | 586 (15.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 629 (13.6%) | 229 (6.1%) |
| Total | 4,624 (100.0%) | 3,748 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Perry County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Perry County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,638 commuters, 20.7%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,069 commuters, 13.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (807 commuters, 10.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 480 | 6.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,638 | 20.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,069 | 13.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 790 | 10.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 807 | 10.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 706 | 8.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 616 | 7.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 242 | 3.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 279 | 3.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 593 | 7.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 507 | 6.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 177 | 2.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Perry County
The most common commute times in Perry County are 5 to 9 minutes (649 commuters, 14.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (989 commuters, 28.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 317 (7.2%) | 163 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 649 (14.7%) | 989 (28.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 535 (12.2%) | 534 (15.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 460 (10.4%) | 330 (9.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 414 (9.4%) | 393 (11.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 420 (9.6%) | 286 (8.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 448 (10.2%) | 168 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 216 (4.9%) | 26 (0.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 121 (2.8%) | 158 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 339 (7.7%) | 254 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 352 (8.0%) | 155 (4.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 129 (2.9%) | 48 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Perry County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Perry County are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (820, 18.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (564, 16.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 820 (18.6%) | 268 (7.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 546 (12.4%) | 77 (2.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 288 (6.6%) | 224 (6.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 609 (13.8%) | 222 (6.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 603 (13.7%) | 487 (13.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 565 (12.8%) | 531 (15.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 76 (1.7%) | 564 (16.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 52 (1.2%) | 274 (7.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 29 (0.7%) | 116 (3.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 38 (0.9%) | 123 (3.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (0.2%) | 33 (0.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 7 (0.2%) | 77 (2.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 217 (4.9%) | 218 (6.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 543 (12.3%) | 290 (8.3%) |
| Total | 4,400 (100.0%) | 3,504 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Perry County
Occupancy by Ownership in Perry County
Of the total 7,586 dwellings in Perry County, owner-occupied units account for 5,702 (75.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,884 (24.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,702 | 75.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,884 | 24.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,586 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Perry County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,401 | 31.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,860 | 37.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 905 | 11.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,420 | 18.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,586 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Perry County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,440 (60.0%) | 961 (40.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,317 (81.0%) | 543 (19.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 783 (86.5%) | 122 (13.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,162 (81.8%) | 258 (18.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,702 (75.2%) | 1,884 (24.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Perry County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 382 (60.4%) | 250 (39.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,480 (76.0%) | 781 (23.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,624 (70.6%) | 677 (29.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,216 (87.4%) | 176 (12.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Perry County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,301 | 17.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,231 | 16.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,134 | 14.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,624 | 21.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,314 | 17.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 694 | 9.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 288 | 3.8% |
| Total | 7,586 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Perry County
Median Income by Occupancy in Perry County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,702 (75.2%) | $71,241 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,884 (24.8%) | $29,690 |
| Average | 7,586 (100.0%) | $58,936 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Perry County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 120 (2.1%) | 93 (4.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 55 (1.0%) | 84 (4.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 244 (4.3%) | 189 (10.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 125 (2.2%) | 160 (8.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 263 (4.6%) | 208 (11.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 341 (6.0%) | 287 (15.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 772 (13.5%) | 319 (16.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,079 (18.9%) | 290 (15.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 893 (15.7%) | 116 (6.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,203 (21.1%) | 133 (7.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 607 (10.6%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| Total | 5,702 (100.0%) | 1,884 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Perry County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 563 (9.9%) | 170 (9.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,089 (19.1%) | 356 (18.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,096 (19.2%) | 624 (33.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 883 (15.5%) | 260 (13.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,291 (22.6%) | 257 (13.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 512 (9.0%) | 103 (5.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 167 (2.9%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 58 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 43 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,702 (100.0%) | 1,884 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Perry County
Housing Structures in Perry County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,770 | 76.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 49 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 147 | 1.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 109 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 105 | 1.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 571 | 7.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 835 | 11.0% |
| Total | 7,586 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Perry County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,010 (86.8%) | 760 (13.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 43 (87.8%) | 6 (12.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 109 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 105 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 571 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 649 (77.7%) | 186 (22.3%) |
| Total | 5,702 (75.2%) | 1,884 (24.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Perry County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 55 (1.0%) | 101 (5.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 176 (3.1%) | 658 (34.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,757 (30.8%) | 766 (40.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,233 (39.2%) | 297 (15.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,481 (26.0%) | 62 (3.3%) |
| Total | 5,702 (100.0%) | 1,884 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Perry County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,716 (47.6%) | 768 (40.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,058 (18.5%) | 121 (6.4%) |
| Electricity | 1,385 (24.3%) | 903 (47.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 16 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 527 (9.2%) | 42 (2.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 50 (2.6%) |
| Total | 5,702 (100.0%) | 1,884 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Perry County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 93 (1.6%) | 354 (18.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,098 (19.3%) | 697 (37.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,072 (36.3%) | 636 (33.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,439 (42.8%) | 197 (10.5%) |
| Total | 5,702 (100.0%) | 1,884 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Perry County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Perry County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,210 | 3,492 |
| Median Property Value | $121,900 | $142,800 |
| Median Household Income | $47,559 | $412 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $386 | $31 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $759 | $107 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Perry County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 520 (23.5%) | 200 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 431 (19.5%) | 708 (20.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 995 (45.0%) | 2,064 (59.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 184 (8.3%) | 393 (11.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 45 (2.0%) | 76 (2.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 10 (0.4%) | 51 (1.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 25 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,210 (100.0%) | 3,492 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Perry County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 104 (4.7%) | 123 (3.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 431 (19.5%) | 71 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 218 (9.9%) | 201 (5.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 435 (19.7%) | 123 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 336 (15.2%) | 337 (9.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 217 (9.8%) | 743 (21.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 274 (12.4%) | 676 (19.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 195 (8.8%) | 929 (26.6%) |
| Total | 2,210 (100.0%) | 3,492 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Perry County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 970 (43.9%) | 85,980 (2,462.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 372 (16.8%) | 1,872 (53.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 258 (11.7%) | 734 (21.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 589 (26.7%) | 311 (8.9%) |
| Total | 2,210 (100.0%) | 3,492 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Perry County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,035 (46.8%) | 11 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 514 (23.3%) | 1,220 (34.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 402 (18.2%) | 1,104 (31.6%) |
| Total | 2,210 (100.0%) | 3,492 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Perry County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Perry County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,186 (94.3%) | 72 (5.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,859 (95.7%) | 129 (4.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,315 (92.7%) | 103 (7.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,767 (93.2%) | 128 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,894 (93.1%) | 141 (6.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,936 (89.7%) | 222 (10.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,437 (94.9%) | 130 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,091 (99.6%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,331 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,816 (94.7%) | 934 (5.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Perry County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,186 (94.3%) | 72 (5.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,859 (95.7%) | 129 (4.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,315 (92.7%) | 103 (7.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Perry County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,195 (93.5%) | 153 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,992 (93.2%) | 219 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,866 (91.3%) | 273 (8.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,817 (97.9%) | 61 (2.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,938 (96.3%) | 228 (3.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Perry County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 461 (36.6%) | 799 (63.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 803 (26.9%) | 2,245 (75.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 299 (21.1%) | 1,110 (78.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 562 (29.7%) | 1,255 (66.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 301 (14.8%) | 1,643 (80.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 347 (16.1%) | 1,619 (75.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 609 (23.7%) | 1,985 (77.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,060 (98.1%) | 1,059 (50.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,331 (100.0%) | 996 (74.8%) |
| Total | 6,773 (38.2%) | 12,711 (71.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Perry County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (2.1%) | 4 (0.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 69 (4.4%) | 36 (2.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 131 (6.8%) | 140 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 386 (11.2%) | 545 (16.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 312 (30.2%) | 280 (26.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 327 (54.8%) | 408 (55.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Perry County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (1.3%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 173 (5.0%) | 85 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 171 (16.6%) | 65 (6.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 210 (35.2%) | 128 (17.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (2.1%) | 4 (0.7%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (2.3%) | 26 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 37 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 87 (2.5%) | 134 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (4.0%) | 41 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (4.0%) | 97 (13.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (2.6%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 77 (4.0%) | 139 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 152 (4.4%) | 144 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (1.0%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 132 (22.1%) | 105 (14.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 147 (4.3%) | 404 (12.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 130 (12.6%) | 241 (22.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 263 (44.1%) | 303 (41.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 3 (0.2%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.3%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 49 (1.4%) | 78 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (4.5%) | 15 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (5.5%) | 76 (10.3%) |
Technology Access in Perry County
Computing Device Access in Perry County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,229 | 68.9% |
| Smartphone | 6,138 | 80.9% |
| Tablet | 3,498 | 46.1% |
| No Computing Device | 806 | 10.6% |
| Total | 7,586 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Perry County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 68 | 0.9% |
| Broadband Home | 4,422 | 58.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,162 | 15.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 754 | 9.9% |
| No Internet | 1,362 | 17.9% |
| Total | 7,586 | 100.0% |
Perry County Summary
Perry County is located in the southwestern part of Indiana, and is part of the Evansville Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Spencer, Dubois, Crawford, and Warrick counties. The county seat is Tell City, and the county was named after Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, a naval hero of the War of 1812.
Geography
Perry County is located in the southwestern part of Indiana, and is part of the Evansville Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Spencer, Dubois, Crawford, and Warrick counties. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4.2 square miles is water. The terrain is mostly rolling hills, with some flat areas in the north and south. The highest point in the county is the summit of Mount Pleasant, which is 1,068 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Patoka River, which flows through the county from north to south.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 19,339 people, 7,845 households, and 5,541 families residing in the county. The population density was 44 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.7% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $20,945. About 8.7% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Perry County’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county is home to several large agricultural operations, including dairy farms, hog farms, and grain farms. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including furniture makers, automotive parts manufacturers, and food processing plants.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, the Lincoln State Park, and the Lincoln Pioneer Village. These attractions draw thousands of visitors to the county each year, providing a boost to the local economy.
Perry County is also home to several higher education institutions, including the University of Southern Indiana, Ivy Tech Community College, and Vincennes University. These institutions provide educational opportunities for local residents, as well as providing jobs for faculty and staff.
Conclusion
Perry County is a rural county located in the southwestern part of Indiana. It is bordered by Spencer, Dubois, Crawford, and Warrick counties, and is part of the Evansville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, and is home to 19,339 people. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the county is also home to several tourist attractions and higher education institutions.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Perry County?
Total Population of Perry County is 19,186.
What is the Total Male Population of Perry County?
Total Male Population of Perry County is 10,419.
What is the Total Female Population of Perry County?
Total Female Population of Perry County is 8,767.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Perry County?
There are 118.84 Males per 100 Females in Perry County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Perry County?
There are 84.14 Females per 100 Males in Perry County.
What is the Median Population Age in Perry County?
Median Population Age in Perry County is 41.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Perry County
Average Family Size in Perry County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Perry County
Average Household Size in Perry County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Perry County?
Per Capita income in Perry County is $29,144.
What is the Median Family Income in Perry County?
Median Family Income in Perry County is $82,514.
What is the Median Household income in Perry County?
Median Household Income in Perry County is $58,936.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Perry County?
Income or Wage Gap in Perry County is 38.4%.
Women in Perry County earn 61.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Perry County?
Family Income Deficit in Perry County is $9,278.
Families that are below poverty line in Perry County earn $9,278 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Perry County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Perry County is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Perry County?
There are 8,930 People in the Labor Forcein in Perry County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Perry County?
57.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Perry County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Perry County?
Unemployment Rate in Perry County is 5.1%.