Anderson County, KS

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Anderson County Overview

7,799
TOTAL POPULATION
3,886
MALE POPULATION
3,913
FEMALE POPULATION
99.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.69
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,665
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,089
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,651
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,649
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Anderson County Area Codes

Race in Anderson County

The most populous races in Anderson County are White / Caucasian (7,369 | 94.5%), Two or more Races (264 | 3.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (204 | 2.6%).
Race in Anderson County
Race# Population% Population
Asian40.1%
Black / African American771.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2042.6%
Native / Alaskan670.9%
White / Caucasian7,36994.5%
Two or more Races2643.4%
Some other Race180.2%
Total7,799100.0%

Ancestry in Anderson County

The most populous ancestries reported in Anderson County are German (2,420 | 31.0%), English (1,124 | 14.4%), Irish (730 | 9.4%), American (683 | 8.8%), and Scottish (274 | 3.5%), together accounting for 67.1% of all Anderson County residents.
Ancestry in Anderson County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American6838.8%
Arab40.1%
Austrian60.1%
British70.1%
Cherokee811.0%
Chickasaw30.0%
Colombian190.2%
Czech400.5%
Danish430.5%
Dutch1191.5%
Eastern European140.2%
Egyptian40.1%
English1,12414.4%
European2122.7%
French931.2%
French Canadian60.1%
German2,42031.0%
Iranian40.1%
Irish7309.4%
Italian650.8%
Korean40.1%
Mexican1091.4%
Navajo650.8%
Norwegian30.0%
Polish530.7%
Puerto Rican761.0%
Russian70.1%
Scandinavian250.3%
Scotch-Irish1842.4%
Scottish2743.5%
Sioux560.7%
Slovak400.5%
South American190.2%
Swedish310.4%
Swiss480.6%
Welsh650.8%
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Immigrants in Anderson County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Anderson County came from Colombia (13 | 0.2%), Latin America (13 | 0.2%), South America (13 | 0.2%), Asia (11 | 0.1%), and Iran (4 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Anderson County residents.
Immigrants in Anderson County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia110.1%
Colombia130.2%
Europe10.0%
Germany10.0%
Iran40.1%
Latin America130.2%
Lebanon30.0%
Philippines40.1%
South America130.2%
South Central Asia40.1%
South Eastern Asia40.1%
Western Asia30.0%
Western Europe10.0%
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Sex and Age in Anderson County

Sex and Age in Anderson County

The most populous age groups in Anderson County are 15 to 19 Years (369 | 9.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (353 | 9.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Anderson County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years241 (6.2%)281 (7.2%)
5 to 9 Years259 (6.7%)198 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years327 (8.4%)284 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years369 (9.5%)214 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Years180 (4.6%)218 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years191 (4.9%)165 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Years191 (4.9%)178 (4.5%)
35 to 39 Years294 (7.6%)341 (8.7%)
40 to 44 Years92 (2.4%)178 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years194 (5.0%)190 (4.9%)
50 to 54 Years255 (6.6%)253 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years261 (6.7%)189 (4.8%)
60 to 64 Years278 (7.1%)353 (9.0%)
65 to 69 Years230 (5.9%)234 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years210 (5.4%)189 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years116 (3.0%)227 (5.8%)
80 to 84 Years154 (4.0%)107 (2.7%)
85 Years and over44 (1.1%)114 (2.9%)
Total3,886 (100.0%)3,913 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Anderson County

Median Family Size in Anderson County

The median family size in Anderson County is 2.95 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,711 | 77.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (222 | 10.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Anderson County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,711 (77.6%)3.02
Single Male/Father222 (10.1%)2.63
Single Female/Mother272 (12.3%)2.77
Total Families2,205 (100.0%)2.95

Median Household Size in Anderson County

The median household size in Anderson County is 2.43 persons per household, with single female/mother households (272 | 8.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.11 persons per household. non-family households (960 | 30.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Anderson County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,711 (54.1%)3.04
Single Male/Father222 (7.0%)2.79
Single Female/Mother272 (8.6%)3.11
Non-family960 (30.3%)1.05
Total Households3,165 (100.0%)2.43

Household Size by Marriage Status in Anderson County

Out of a total of 3,165 households in Anderson County, 2,205 (69.7%) are family households, while 960 (30.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,203, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 915.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Anderson County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-915 (28.9%)
2-Person Households1,203 (38.0%)39 (1.2%)
3-Person Households330 (10.4%)2 (0.1%)
4-Person Households227 (7.2%)4 (0.1%)
5-Person Households251 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households183 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households11 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,205 (69.7%)960 (30.3%)

Female Fertility in Anderson County

Fertility by Age in Anderson County

Average fertility rate in Anderson County is 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 205.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Anderson County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years115 (100.0%)205.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total115 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Anderson County

27.8% of women with births (115) in Anderson County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 72.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 72.2% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Anderson County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years32 (27.8%)83 (72.2%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (27.8%)83 (72.2%)

Fertility by Education in Anderson County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Anderson County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma41 (35.6%)105.0
College or Associate's Degree45 (39.1%)71.0
Bachelor's Degree10 (8.7%)56.0
Graduate Degree19 (16.5%)543.0
Total115 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Anderson County

72.2% of women with births in Anderson County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's 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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Anderson County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma3 (7.3%)38 (92.7%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (27.8%)83 (72.2%)

Income in Anderson County

Income Overview in Anderson County

Per Capita Income in Anderson County is $29,665, while median incomes of families and households are $79,089 and $67,651 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income7,799$29,665
Median Family Income2,205$79,089
Mean Family Income2,205$88,821
Median Household Income3,165$67,651
Mean Household Income3,165$74,368
Income Deficit2,205$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7,79930.63%
Wage / Income Gap ($)7,79969.37¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7,7990.42

Earnings by Sex in Anderson County

Average Earnings in Anderson County are $35,453, $40,673 for men and $28,214 for women, a difference of 30.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Anderson County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,118 (55.8%)$40,673
Female1,676 (44.2%)$28,214
Total3,794 (100.0%)$35,453

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Anderson County

The most common earnings brackets in Anderson County are $100,000+ for men (312 | 14.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (252 | 15.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Anderson County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less163 (7.7%)85 (5.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99948 (2.3%)99 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49963 (3.0%)27 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99968 (3.2%)82 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49915 (0.7%)58 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99956 (2.6%)74 (4.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49961 (2.9%)26 (1.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99946 (2.2%)25 (1.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)88 (5.2%)
$22,500 to $24,999129 (6.1%)62 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $29,999128 (6.0%)252 (15.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999131 (6.2%)88 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999144 (6.8%)78 (4.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99950 (2.4%)154 (9.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99985 (4.0%)102 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $54,999139 (6.6%)128 (7.6%)
$55,000 to $64,999159 (7.5%)210 (12.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999233 (11.0%)22 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99988 (4.2%)14 (0.8%)
$100,000+312 (14.7%)2 (0.1%)
Total2,118 (100.0%)1,676 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Anderson County

Average earnings in Anderson County are $50,446 for men and $31,961 for women, a difference of 36.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $61,218, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $39,194. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,123, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $17,813.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Anderson County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$48,681$23,261
High School Diploma$39,194$17,813
College or Associate's Degree$61,218$39,712
Bachelor's Degree$51,765$44,321
Graduate Degree--
Total$50,446$31,961

Family Income in Anderson County

Family Income Brackets in Anderson County

According to the Anderson County family income data, there are 567 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 15 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Anderson County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000150.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991326.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991356.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992099.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991376.2%
$50,000 to $74,99936816.7%
$75,000 to $99,99956725.7%
$100,000 to $149,99941518.8%
$150,000 to $199,999994.5%
$200,000+1305.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Anderson County

6-person families (149 | 6.8%) account for the highest median family income in Anderson County with $108,781 per family, while 2-person families (1,239 | 56.2%) have the highest median income of $40,129 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Anderson County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,239 (56.2%)$80,258
3-Person Families399 (18.1%)$26,655
4-Person Families219 (9.9%)$77,181
5-Person Families190 (8.6%)$102,684
6-Person Families149 (6.8%)$108,781
7+ Person Families9 (0.4%)$0
Total2,205 (100.0%)$79,089

Family Income by Number of Earners in Anderson County

The median family income in Anderson County is $79,089, with families comprising 3+ earners (120) having the highest median family income of $103,974, while families with no earners (322) have the lowest median family income of $43,409, accounting for 5.4% and 14.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Anderson County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners322 (14.6%)$43,409
1 Earner747 (33.9%)$69,023
2 Earners1,016 (46.1%)$90,086
3+ Earners120 (5.4%)$103,974
Total2,205 (100.0%)$79,089

Household Income in Anderson County

Household Income Brackets in Anderson County

With 633 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Anderson County, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 89 households (2.8%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Anderson County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000892.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991875.9%
$15,000 to $24,99932910.4%
$25,000 to $34,99946814.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992417.6%
$50,000 to $74,99951016.1%
$75,000 to $99,99963320.0%
$100,000 to $149,99948115.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991013.2%
$200,000+1304.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Anderson County

The median household income in Anderson County is $67,651, with the highest median household income of $78,886 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,149 households (36.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,890, with 1,009 households (31.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Anderson County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years134 (4.2%)$69,792
25 to 44 Years873 (27.6%)$59,145
45 to 64 Years1,149 (36.3%)$78,886
65+ Years1,009 (31.9%)$46,890
Total3,165 (100.0%)$67,651

Poverty in Anderson County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Anderson County

With 14.0% poverty level for males and 12.4% for females among the residents of Anderson County, 15 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (52.4%) and 126 females (24.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Anderson County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years73 (18.8%)29 (15.4%)
12 to 14 Years23 (15.4%)46 (22.2%)
15 Years22 (52.4%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years50 (40.3%)3 (4.3%)
18 to 24 Years58 (16.3%)48 (18.0%)
25 to 34 Years63 (16.5%)5 (1.5%)
35 to 44 Years10 (2.6%)126 (24.3%)
45 to 54 Years83 (18.6%)74 (16.9%)
55 to 64 Years64 (12.1%)53 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years27 (6.1%)30 (7.3%)
75 Years and over55 (18.3%)57 (13.7%)
Total533 (14.0%)471 (12.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Anderson County

According to the poverty statistics in Anderson County, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Anderson County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years236 (97.9%)281 (100.0%)
5 Years31 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years315 (81.2%)159 (84.6%)
12 to 14 Years126 (84.6%)161 (77.8%)
15 Years20 (47.6%)95 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years74 (59.7%)67 (95.7%)
18 to 24 Years299 (83.8%)219 (82.0%)
25 to 34 Years319 (83.5%)330 (98.5%)
35 to 44 Years376 (97.4%)393 (75.7%)
45 to 54 Years362 (81.4%)365 (83.1%)
55 to 64 Years464 (87.9%)489 (90.2%)
65 to 74 Years413 (93.9%)383 (92.7%)
75 Years and over245 (81.7%)358 (86.3%)
Total3,280 (86.0%)3,341 (87.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Anderson County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Anderson County show that 7.7% or 132 of the total 1,711 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.6%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Anderson County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,127 (91.8%)100 (8.2%)
1 or 2 Children208 (98.1%)4 (1.9%)
3 or 4 Children235 (89.3%)28 (10.6%)
5 or more Children9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,579 (92.3%)132 (7.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Anderson County

According to the poverty data in Anderson County, 16.2% or 36 single-father households and 33.8% or 92 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 32 households (27.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 87 households (34.1%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Anderson County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children4 (4.4%)2 (25.0%)
1 or 2 Children32 (27.4%)87 (34.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (33.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (16.2%)92 (33.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Anderson County

The poverty data for Anderson County shows that 132 of the married-couple family households (7.7%) and 128 of the single-parent households (25.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (10.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 119 household (32.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Anderson County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children100 (8.2%)6 (6.1%)
1 or 2 Children4 (1.9%)119 (32.0%)
3 or 4 Children28 (10.6%)3 (13.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total132 (7.7%)128 (25.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Anderson County

Employment by Class of Employer in Anderson County

Among the 3,378 employed individuals in Anderson County, private company employees (1,885 | 55.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (454 | 13.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (365 | 10.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Anderson County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,88555.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1654.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)45413.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations36510.8%
Local Government Employees2868.5%
State Government Employees1253.7%
Federal Government Employees852.5%
Unpaid Family Workers130.4%
Total3,378100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Anderson County

According to the labor force statistics for Anderson County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,072), 60.1% or 3,649 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 120 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 85.1% or 770 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.4% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Anderson County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years177 (39.7%)13 (7.3%)
20 to 24 Years284 (71.4%)26 (9.2%)
25 to 29 Years280 (78.7%)5 (1.8%)
30 to 34 Years282 (76.4%)14 (4.9%)
35 to 44 Years770 (85.1%)3 (0.4%)
45 to 54 Years666 (74.7%)42 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years331 (73.6%)1 (0.3%)
60 to 64 Years448 (71.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years318 (36.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over93 (12.2%)18 (19.4%)
Total3,649 (60.1%)120 (3.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Anderson County

According to labor force statistics for Anderson County, 77.1% of individuals (2,778) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,603) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 64 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 91.3% or 566 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.7% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Anderson County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School278 (68.0%)19 (4.7%)
High School Diploma915 (67.5%)37 (2.7%)
College / Associate Degree1,018 (83.5%)32 (2.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher566 (91.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,778 (77.1%)83 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Anderson County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Anderson County are Management (387 | 11.0%), Community & Social Service (382 | 10.9%), Education Instruction & Library (231 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (166 | 4.7%), and Business & Financial (126 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Anderson County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Anderson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (96.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (88.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (97.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Anderson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management315 (81.4%)72 (18.6%)
Business & Financial32 (25.4%)94 (74.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science62 (88.6%)8 (11.4%)
Computers & Mathematics58 (96.7%)2 (3.3%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 63 (16.5%)319 (83.5%)
Education, Arts & Media56 (51.8%)52 (48.1%)
Legal Services & Support2 (10.0%)18 (90.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (2.2%)226 (97.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating22 (13.3%)144 (86.8%)
Health Technologists13 (11.7%)98 (88.3%)
Total (Category)494 (43.7%)637 (56.3%)
Total (Overall)1,938 (55.1%)1,576 (44.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Anderson County are Food Preparation & Serving (196 | 5.6%), Healthcare Support (192 | 5.5%), Personal Care & Service (137 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (94 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (60 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Anderson County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Anderson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (74.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Anderson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support50 (26.0%)142 (74.0%)
Security & Protection60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving86 (43.9%)110 (56.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance63 (67.0%)31 (33.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)137 (100.0%)
Total (Category)259 (38.1%)420 (61.9%)
Total (Overall)1,938 (55.1%)1,576 (44.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Anderson County are Office & Administration (256 | 7.3%), and Sales & Related (214 | 6.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Anderson County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Anderson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related81 (37.9%)133 (62.2%)
Office & Administration42 (16.4%)214 (83.6%)
Total (Category)123 (26.2%)347 (73.8%)
Total (Overall)1,938 (55.1%)1,576 (44.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Anderson County are Construction & Extraction (441 | 12.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (268 | 7.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (63 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Anderson County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Anderson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry54 (85.7%)9 (14.3%)
Construction & Extraction412 (93.4%)29 (6.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair268 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)734 (95.1%)38 (4.9%)
Total (Overall)1,938 (55.1%)1,576 (44.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Anderson County are Production (212 | 6.0%), Material Moving (149 | 4.2%), and Transportation (101 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Anderson County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Anderson County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production155 (73.1%)57 (26.9%)
Transportation66 (65.3%)35 (34.6%)
Material Moving107 (71.8%)42 (28.2%)
Total (Category)328 (71.0%)134 (29.0%)
Total (Overall)1,938 (55.1%)1,576 (44.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Anderson County

Employment Industries in Anderson County

The major employment industries in Anderson County include Health Care & Social Assistance (569 | 16.2%), Construction (456 | 13.0%), Manufacturing (362 | 10.3%), Retail Trade (338 | 9.6%), and Educational Services (330 | 9.4%).
Employment Industries in Anderson County

Employment Industries by Sex in Anderson County

The Anderson County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (90.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (87.2%), and Educational Services (73.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Anderson County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting237 (91.5%)22 (8.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction406 (89.0%)50 (11.0%)
Manufacturing295 (81.5%)67 (18.5%)
Wholesale Trade49 (32.7%)101 (67.3%)
Retail Trade212 (62.7%)126 (37.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing70 (66.0%)36 (34.0%)
Utilities50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance15 (9.1%)150 (90.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing36 (70.6%)15 (29.4%)
Professional & Scientific51 (51.5%)48 (48.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support16 (59.3%)11 (40.7%)
Educational Services87 (26.4%)243 (73.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance73 (12.8%)496 (87.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services75 (54.7%)62 (45.3%)
Public Administration95 (76.6%)29 (23.4%)
Total1,938 (55.1%)1,576 (44.9%)

Education in Anderson County

School Enrollment in Anderson County

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,808 students in Anderson County are high school (547 | 30.2%), middle school (456 | 25.2%), and elementary school (412 | 22.8%).
School Enrollment in Anderson County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1126.2%
Kindergarten673.7%
Elementary School41222.8%
Middle School45625.2%
High School54730.2%
College / Undergraduate20711.5%
Graduate / Professional70.4%
Total1,808100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Anderson County

Out of a total of 1,808 students who are enrolled in schools in Anderson County, 278 (15.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,530 (84.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 45 (52.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 82 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Anderson County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old320 (71.3%)129 (28.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds537 (87.9%)74 (12.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds316 (91.6%)29 (8.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds40 (47.1%)45 (52.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over60 (96.8%)2 (3.2%)
Total1,530 (84.6%)278 (15.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Anderson County

Education (276 | 32.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (112 | 13.1%), science & technology (93 | 10.9%), literature & languages (79 | 9.2%), and business (77 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 854 individuals in Anderson County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Anderson County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics273.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural11213.1%
Physical & Health Sciences10.1%
Psychology546.3%
Social Sciences384.4%
Engineering354.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology9310.9%
Business779.0%
Education27632.3%
Literature & Languages799.2%
Liberal Arts & History232.7%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications354.1%
Arts & Humanities40.5%
Total854100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Anderson County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Anderson County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Anderson County are males with 2 vehicles (687, accounting for 36.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (591, making up 46.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Anderson County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle89 (4.7%)9 (0.6%)
1 Vehicle344 (18.1%)218 (14.8%)
2 Vehicles687 (36.1%)591 (40.3%)
3 Vehicles346 (18.2%)338 (23.0%)
4 Vehicles260 (13.7%)222 (15.1%)
5 or more Vehicles179 (9.4%)90 (6.1%)
Total1,905 (100.0%)1,468 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Anderson County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Anderson County are 5 to 9 minutes (653 commuters, 20.7%), less than 5 minutes (444 commuters, 14.1%), and 30 to 34 minutes (353 commuters, 11.2%).
Commute Time in Anderson County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes44414.1%
5 to 9 Minutes65320.7%
10 to 14 Minutes2899.2%
15 to 19 Minutes2507.9%
20 to 24 Minutes34811.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1364.3%
30 to 34 Minutes35311.2%
35 to 39 Minutes892.8%
40 to 44 Minutes531.7%
45 to 59 Minutes1504.8%
60 to 89 Minutes3109.8%
90 or more Minutes742.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Anderson County

The most common commute times in Anderson County are 5 to 9 minutes (307 commuters, 17.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (346 commuters, 25.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Anderson County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes169 (9.6%)275 (19.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes307 (17.3%)346 (25.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes149 (8.4%)140 (10.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes208 (11.7%)42 (3.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes136 (7.7%)212 (15.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes41 (2.3%)95 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes237 (13.4%)116 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes79 (4.5%)10 (0.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes40 (2.3%)13 (0.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes131 (7.4%)19 (1.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes231 (13.1%)79 (5.7%)
90 or more Minutes42 (2.4%)32 (2.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Anderson County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Anderson County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (299, 16.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (340, 24.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Anderson County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM166 (9.4%)97 (7.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM217 (12.3%)46 (3.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM139 (7.9%)135 (9.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM62 (3.5%)94 (6.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM160 (9.0%)128 (9.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM299 (16.9%)105 (7.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM179 (10.1%)340 (24.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM151 (8.5%)179 (13.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM25 (1.4%)105 (7.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM111 (6.3%)71 (5.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM71 (4.0%)17 (1.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM2 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM129 (7.3%)9 (0.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM59 (3.3%)53 (3.8%)
Total1,770 (100.0%)1,379 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Anderson County

Occupancy by Ownership in Anderson County

Of the total 3,165 dwellings in Anderson County, owner-occupied units account for 2,478 (78.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 687 (21.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Anderson County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,47878.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units68721.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,165100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Anderson County

Occupancy by Household Size in Anderson County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household91528.9%
2-Person Household1,24239.2%
3-Person Household33210.5%
4+ Person Household67621.4%
Total Housing Units3,165100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Anderson County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Anderson County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household534 (58.4%)381 (41.6%)
2-Person Household1,157 (93.2%)85 (6.8%)
3-Person Household237 (71.4%)95 (28.6%)
4+ Person Household550 (81.4%)126 (18.6%)
Total Housing Units2,478 (78.3%)687 (21.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Anderson County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Anderson County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School266 (65.4%)141 (34.6%)
High School Diploma974 (80.5%)236 (19.5%)
College/Associate Degree871 (83.7%)170 (16.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher367 (72.4%)140 (27.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Anderson County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Anderson County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years47815.1%
35 to 44 Years52916.7%
45 to 54 Years52716.7%
55 to 64 Years62219.7%
65 to 74 Years51816.4%
75 to 84 Years39312.4%
85 Years and Over983.1%
Total3,165100.0%

Housing Finances in Anderson County

Median Income by Occupancy in Anderson County

Median Income by Occupancy in Anderson County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,478 (78.3%)$73,875
Renter-Occupied687 (21.7%)$30,536
Average3,165 (100.0%)$67,651

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Anderson County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Anderson County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00038 (1.5%)28 (4.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99922 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999113 (4.6%)75 (10.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99997 (3.9%)86 (12.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999111 (4.5%)34 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999245 (9.9%)223 (32.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999228 (9.2%)12 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999430 (17.3%)80 (11.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999538 (21.7%)96 (14.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999427 (17.2%)53 (7.7%)
$150,000 or more229 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,478 (100.0%)687 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Anderson County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Anderson County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300291 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499284 (11.5%)108 (15.7%)
$500 to $799494 (19.9%)239 (34.8%)
$800 to $999629 (25.4%)177 (25.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499319 (12.9%)66 (9.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999370 (14.9%)14 (2.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49945 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99911 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more35 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,478 (100.0%)687 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Anderson County

Housing Structures in Anderson County

Housing Structures in Anderson County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,85790.3%
Single Unit, Attached100.3%
2 Unit Apartments10.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments622.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments411.3%
10 or more Apartments110.4%
Mobile Home / Other1835.8%
Total3,165100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Anderson County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Anderson County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,338 (81.8%)519 (18.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Mobile Home / Other135 (73.8%)48 (26.2%)
Total2,478 (78.3%)687 (21.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Anderson County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Anderson County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room51 (2.1%)1 (0.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms70 (2.8%)62 (9.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms628 (25.3%)216 (31.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms992 (40.0%)122 (17.8%)
8 or more Rooms737 (29.7%)286 (41.6%)
Total2,478 (100.0%)687 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Anderson County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Anderson County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,208 (48.7%)452 (65.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas666 (26.9%)46 (6.7%)
Electricity413 (16.7%)138 (20.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels186 (7.5%)51 (7.4%)
No Fuel Used3 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,478 (100.0%)687 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Anderson County

Household Vehicle Usage in Anderson County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle30 (1.2%)167 (24.3%)
1 Vehicle460 (18.6%)242 (35.2%)
2 Vehicles1,039 (41.9%)201 (29.3%)
3 or more Vehicles949 (38.3%)77 (11.2%)
Total2,478 (100.0%)687 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Anderson County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Anderson County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,3811,097
Median Property Value$124,200$168,700
Median Household Income$62,449$98
Monthly Housing Costs$591$35
Real Estate Taxes$2,084$24

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Anderson County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Anderson County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000323 (23.4%)69 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999197 (14.3%)272 (24.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999824 (59.7%)657 (59.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99926 (1.9%)92 (8.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9999 (0.6%)4 (0.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9992 (0.1%)2 (0.2%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)1 (0.1%)
Total1,381 (100.0%)1,097 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Anderson County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Anderson County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00037 (2.7%)18 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999209 (15.1%)23 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999170 (12.3%)112 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999154 (11.2%)75 (6.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999250 (18.1%)74 (6.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999259 (18.8%)180 (16.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999171 (12.4%)279 (25.4%)
$150,000 or more131 (9.5%)256 (23.3%)
Total1,381 (100.0%)1,097 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Anderson County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Anderson County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x751 (54.4%)81,049 (7,388.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x324 (23.5%)523 (47.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x46 (3.3%)185 (16.9%)
4.0x or more259 (18.8%)237 (21.6%)
Total1,381 (100.0%)1,097 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Anderson County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Anderson County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800333 (24.1%)16 (1.5%)
$800 to $1,499141 (10.2%)64 (5.8%)
$800 to $1,499900 (65.2%)231 (21.1%)
Total1,381 (100.0%)1,097 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Anderson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Anderson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Anderson County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years537 (90.4%)57 (9.6%)
6 to 18 Years1,371 (93.3%)98 (6.7%)
19 to 25 Years437 (73.9%)154 (26.1%)
26 to 34 Years463 (77.9%)131 (22.1%)
35 to 44 Years672 (74.3%)233 (25.8%)
45 to 54 Years671 (75.9%)213 (24.1%)
55 to 64 Years910 (85.1%)160 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years848 (99.4%)5 (0.6%)
75 Years and older712 (99.6%)3 (0.4%)
Total6,621 (86.3%)1,054 (13.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Anderson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Anderson County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born537 (90.4%)57 (9.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,371 (93.3%)98 (6.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen437 (73.9%)154 (26.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Anderson County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Anderson County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000795 (75.1%)264 (24.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,133 (82.9%)233 (17.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,108 (88.8%)139 (11.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,459 (94.3%)89 (5.8%)
$100,000 and over2,119 (86.8%)323 (13.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Anderson County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Anderson County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6286 (48.1%)316 (53.2%)
6 to 18 Years419 (28.5%)1,068 (72.7%)
19 to 25 Years45 (7.6%)401 (67.8%)
25 to 34 Years105 (17.7%)388 (65.3%)
35 to 44 Years75 (8.3%)656 (72.5%)
45 to 54 Years79 (8.9%)613 (69.3%)
55 to 64 Years202 (18.9%)776 (72.5%)
65 to 74 Years735 (86.2%)542 (63.5%)
75 Years and over712 (99.6%)463 (64.8%)
Total2,658 (34.6%)5,223 (68.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Anderson County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Anderson County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)39 (13.9%)
5 to 17 Years40 (5.3%)21 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years58 (8.0%)18 (3.0%)
35 to 64 Years149 (11.0%)272 (18.1%)
65 to 74 Years143 (32.5%)86 (20.8%)
75 Years and over231 (77.0%)240 (57.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Anderson County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Anderson County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1 (0.1%)21 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years32 (4.4%)1 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years60 (4.4%)42 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years109 (24.8%)20 (4.8%)
75 Years and over176 (58.7%)90 (21.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Anderson County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)39 (13.9%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (0.8%)15 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years14 (1.0%)15 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (3.4%)14 (3.4%)
75 Years and over58 (19.3%)36 (8.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Anderson County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years40 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (3.3%)17 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years40 (2.9%)92 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years15 (3.4%)1 (0.2%)
75 Years and over16 (5.3%)34 (8.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Anderson County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years86 (6.3%)202 (13.5%)
65 to 74 Years68 (15.4%)80 (19.4%)
75 Years and over125 (41.7%)189 (45.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Anderson County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years17 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (1.5%)73 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years6 (1.4%)4 (1.0%)
75 Years and over19 (6.3%)35 (8.4%)

Technology Access in Anderson County

Computing Device Access in Anderson County

Computing Device Access in Anderson County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,14267.7%
Smartphone2,36674.8%
Tablet1,60750.8%
No Computing Device33910.7%
Total3,165100.0%

Internet Access in Anderson County

Internet Access in Anderson County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet311.0%
Broadband Home1,46646.3%
Cellular Data Only41313.1%
Satellite Internet48615.4%
No Internet86327.3%
Total3,165100.0%

Anderson County Summary

Anderson County is located in the east-central part of the state of Kansas. It is bordered by Franklin County to the north, Coffey County to the east, Woodson County to the south, and Lyon County to the west. The county seat is Garnett, and the largest city is Greeley. The county was named for Joseph C. Anderson, a member of the first Kansas Territorial Legislature.

Geography

Anderson County covers an area of 576 square miles, of which 575 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water. The county is located in the Osage Plains region of Kansas, and is characterized by rolling hills and open prairies. The county is drained by the Marais des Cygnes River, which flows through the northern part of the county. The county also contains several small lakes, including Lake Garnett, Lake Greeley, and Lake Anderson.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 8,102 people, 3,093 households, and 2,097 families residing in the county. The population density was 14 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.2% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,845, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 10.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

Agriculture is the main economic activity in Anderson County. The county is home to a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and sorghum. Livestock production is also important to the local economy, with cattle, hogs, and poultry being the main types of livestock raised in the county.
The county also has a number of manufacturing and service-based businesses. The largest employers in the county are the Anderson County Hospital, the Anderson County Unified School District, and the Anderson County Sheriff's Office.

History

The area that is now Anderson County was first settled by European Americans in the 1830s. The county was officially organized in 1855, and was named for Joseph C. Anderson, a member of the first Kansas Territorial Legislature.
During the Civil War, Anderson County was a hotbed of pro-Confederate sentiment. In 1863, a group of Confederate sympathizers known as the "Anderson County Rangers" formed in the county. The group was eventually disbanded by Union forces, but the county remained divided in its loyalties throughout the war.
In the late 19th century, Anderson County experienced a period of rapid growth and development. The county was home to several railroads, and the population increased steadily throughout the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Today, Anderson County is a largely rural county with a population of just over 8,000. The county is home to a variety of small towns and communities, and is known for its agricultural production and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Anderson County?
Total Population of Anderson County is 7,799.
What is the Total Male Population of Anderson County?
Total Male Population of Anderson County is 3,886.
What is the Total Female Population of Anderson County?
Total Female Population of Anderson County is 3,913.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Anderson County?
There are 99.31 Males per 100 Females in Anderson County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Anderson County?
There are 100.69 Females per 100 Males in Anderson County.
What is the Median Population Age in Anderson County?
Median Population Age in Anderson County is 39.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Anderson County
Average Family Size in Anderson County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Anderson County
Average Household Size in Anderson County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Anderson County?
Per Capita income in Anderson County is $29,665.
What is the Median Family Income in Anderson County?
Median Family Income in Anderson County is $79,089.
What is the Median Household income in Anderson County?
Median Household Income in Anderson County is $67,651.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Anderson County?
Income or Wage Gap in Anderson County is 30.6%.
Women in Anderson County earn 69.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Anderson County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Anderson County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Anderson County?
There are 3,649 People in the Labor Forcein in Anderson County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Anderson County?
60.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Anderson County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Anderson County?
Unemployment Rate in Anderson County is 3.3%.