Ford County, KS
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Ford County Overview
34,212
TOTAL POPULATION
17,709
MALE POPULATION
16,503
FEMALE POPULATION
107.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,502
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,430
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,997
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,284
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
17,737
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ford County Area Codes
Race in Ford County
The most populous races in Ford County are White / Caucasian (22,802 | 66.6%), Hispanic or Latino (19,322 | 56.5%), and Two or more Races (5,180 | 15.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 468 | 1.4% |
| Black / African American | 849 | 2.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 74 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19,322 | 56.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 259 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 22,802 | 66.6% |
| Two or more Races | 5,180 | 15.1% |
| Some other Race | 4,580 | 13.4% |
| Total | 34,212 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ford County
The most populous ancestries reported in Ford County are Mexican (15,199 | 44.4%), German (4,895 | 14.3%), Central American (2,114 | 6.2%), Irish (1,770 | 5.2%), and Guatemalan (1,745 | 5.1%), together accounting for 75.2% of all Ford County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 75 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,034 | 3.0% |
| Apache | 56 | 0.2% |
| Arab | 216 | 0.6% |
| Armenian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 55 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 19 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 35 | 0.1% |
| British | 81 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 129 | 0.4% |
| Canadian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 2,114 | 6.2% |
| Central American Indian | 90 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 132 | 0.4% |
| Choctaw | 100 | 0.3% |
| Colombian | 62 | 0.2% |
| Costa Rican | 10 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 12 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 297 | 0.9% |
| Czech | 189 | 0.5% |
| Czechoslovakian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 81 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 37 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 237 | 0.7% |
| Eastern European | 6 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,578 | 4.6% |
| European | 109 | 0.3% |
| French | 193 | 0.6% |
| French Canadian | 46 | 0.1% |
| German | 4,895 | 14.3% |
| German Russian | 10 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 55 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 1,745 | 5.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 32 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 1,770 | 5.2% |
| Italian | 161 | 0.5% |
| Korean | 71 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 214 | 0.6% |
| Malaysian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 15,199 | 44.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 86 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 4 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 30 | 0.1% |
| Osage | 7 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 24 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 33 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 287 | 0.8% |
| Puerto Rican | 770 | 2.2% |
| Russian | 345 | 1.0% |
| Salvadoran | 359 | 1.1% |
| Scandinavian | 20 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 154 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 168 | 0.5% |
| Slovak | 8 | 0.0% |
| South American | 463 | 1.3% |
| Spanish | 46 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 294 | 0.9% |
| Subsaharan African | 120 | 0.4% |
| Sudanese | 20 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 128 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 28 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 42 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 368 | 1.1% |
| Welsh | 25 | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwean | 23 | 0.1% | View All 68 Rows |
Immigrants in Ford County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ford County came from Latin America (7,209 | 21.1%), Central America (6,548 | 19.1%), Mexico (5,304 | 15.5%), Guatemala (1,048 | 3.1%), and South America (383 | 1.1%), together accounting for 59.9% of all Ford County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 71 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 375 | 1.1% |
| Brazil | 19 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 278 | 0.8% |
| Central America | 6,548 | 19.1% |
| China | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 62 | 0.2% |
| Cuba | 246 | 0.7% |
| Dominican Republic | 32 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 23 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 65 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 186 | 0.5% |
| England | 3 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 98 | 0.3% |
| France | 4 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 26 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 1,048 | 3.1% |
| Honduras | 10 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 7,209 | 21.1% |
| Mexico | 5,304 | 15.5% |
| Micronesia | 32 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 48 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 3 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 32 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 33 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 37 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 10 | 0.0% |
| South America | 383 | 1.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 372 | 1.1% |
| Sudan | 46 | 0.1% |
| Thailand | 24 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 55 | 0.2% |
| Venezuela | 269 | 0.8% |
| Vietnam | 311 | 0.9% |
| Western Europe | 30 | 0.1% |
| Zimbabwe | 23 | 0.1% | View All 38 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ford County
Sex and Age in Ford County
The most populous age groups in Ford County are 10 to 14 Years (1,629 | 9.2%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (1,573 | 9.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,493 (8.4%) | 1,396 (8.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,208 (6.8%) | 1,573 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,629 (9.2%) | 1,247 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,483 (8.4%) | 1,033 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,411 (8.0%) | 1,294 (7.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,283 (7.2%) | 1,089 (6.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,112 (6.3%) | 980 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,231 (7.0%) | 1,172 (7.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 944 (5.3%) | 829 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,039 (5.9%) | 1,019 (6.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,074 (6.1%) | 905 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,100 (6.2%) | 886 (5.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 877 (5.0%) | 1,015 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 756 (4.3%) | 494 (3.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 369 (2.1%) | 552 (3.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 267 (1.5%) | 508 (3.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 168 (0.9%) | 260 (1.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 265 (1.5%) | 251 (1.5%) |
| Total | 17,709 (100.0%) | 16,503 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ford County
Median Family Size in Ford County
The median family size in Ford County is 3.41 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,801 | 22.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (504 | 6.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.09 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,828 (71.7%) | 3.42 |
| Single Male/Father | 504 (6.2%) | 3.09 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,801 (22.1%) | 3.46 |
| Total Families | 8,133 (100.0%) | 3.41 |
Median Household Size in Ford County
The median household size in Ford County is 2.87 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,801 | 15.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.86 persons per household. non-family households (3,543 | 30.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,828 (49.9%) | 3.50 |
| Single Male/Father | 504 (4.3%) | 3.34 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,801 (15.4%) | 3.86 |
| Non-family | 3,543 (30.3%) | 1.27 |
| Total Households | 11,676 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ford County
Out of a total of 11,676 households in Ford County, 8,133 (69.7%) are family households, while 3,543 (30.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,733, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,914.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,914 (25.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,733 (23.4%) | 511 (4.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,853 (15.9%) | 45 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,788 (15.3%) | 39 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,022 (8.7%) | 34 (0.3%) |
| 6-Person Households | 520 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 217 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,133 (69.7%) | 3,543 (30.3%) |
Female Fertility in Ford County
Fertility by Age in Ford County
Average fertility rate in Ford County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 52.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 33 (7.0%) | 32.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 248 (52.3%) | 74.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 193 (40.7%) | 60.0 |
| Total | 474 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ford County
82.5% of women with births (474) in Ford 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 10.4% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 218 (87.9%) | 30 (12.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 173 (89.6%) | 20 (10.4%) |
| Total | 391 (82.5%) | 83 (17.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Ford County
Average fertility rate in Ford County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 79.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 32.7% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 92 (19.4%) | 39.0 |
| High School Diploma | 143 (30.2%) | 79.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 155 (32.7%) | 71.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 55 (11.6%) | 61.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 29 (6.1%) | 79.0 |
| Total | 474 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ford County
17.5% of women with births in Ford 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 35.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 59 (64.1%) | 33 (35.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 111 (77.6%) | 32 (22.4%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 141 (91.0%) | 14 (9.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 51 (92.7%) | 4 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 391 (82.5%) | 83 (17.5%) |
Income in Ford County
Income Overview in Ford County
Per Capita Income in Ford County is $28,502, while median incomes of families and households are $78,430 and $67,997 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 34,212 | $28,502 |
| Median Family Income | 8,133 | $78,430 |
| Mean Family Income | 8,133 | $92,025 |
| Median Household Income | 11,676 | $67,997 |
| Mean Household Income | 11,676 | $81,063 |
| Income Deficit | 8,133 | $10,284 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 34,212 | 26.88% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 34,212 | 73.12¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 34,212 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Ford County
Average Earnings in Ford County are $39,021, $44,893 for men and $32,828 for women, a difference of 26.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 10,626 (57.6%) | $44,893 |
| Female | 7,838 (42.4%) | $32,828 |
| Total | 18,464 (100.0%) | $39,021 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ford County
The most common earnings brackets in Ford County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,157 | 10.9%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (705 | 9.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 341 (3.2%) | 464 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 362 (3.4%) | 261 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 299 (2.8%) | 476 (6.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 176 (1.7%) | 419 (5.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 170 (1.6%) | 143 (1.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 190 (1.8%) | 461 (5.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 129 (1.2%) | 415 (5.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 308 (2.9%) | 193 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 267 (2.5%) | 231 (2.9%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 269 (2.5%) | 148 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 855 (8.1%) | 454 (5.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 673 (6.3%) | 479 (6.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 570 (5.4%) | 678 (8.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 721 (6.8%) | 705 (9.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 687 (6.5%) | 589 (7.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 603 (5.7%) | 341 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,047 (9.9%) | 539 (6.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 989 (9.3%) | 442 (5.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,157 (10.9%) | 171 (2.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 813 (7.6%) | 229 (2.9%) |
| Total | 10,626 (100.0%) | 7,838 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ford County
Average earnings in Ford County are $49,075 for men and $37,583 for women, a difference of 23.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $111,108, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,171. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,118, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,530.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $40,171 | $29,816 |
| High School Diploma | $42,269 | $27,530 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $54,792 | $35,656 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,038 | $46,357 |
| Graduate Degree | $111,108 | $56,118 |
| Total | $49,075 | $37,583 |
Family Income in Ford County
Family Income Brackets in Ford County
According to the Ford County family income data, there are 1,635 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 122 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 211 | 2.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 122 | 1.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 317 | 3.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 805 | 9.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 960 | 11.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,301 | 16.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,635 | 20.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,586 | 19.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 732 | 9.0% |
| $200,000+ | 472 | 5.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ford County
5-person families (867 | 10.7%) account for the highest median family income in Ford County with $98,875 per family, while 2-person families (3,056 | 37.6%) have the highest median income of $34,837 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,056 (37.6%) | $69,674 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,850 (22.8%) | $77,393 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,637 (20.1%) | $84,654 |
| 5-Person Families | 867 (10.7%) | $98,875 |
| 6-Person Families | 622 (7.6%) | $78,281 |
| 7+ Person Families | 101 (1.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 8,133 (100.0%) | $78,430 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ford County
The median family income in Ford County is $78,430, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,143) having the highest median family income of $127,906, while families with no earners (552) have the lowest median family income of $40,156, accounting for 14.1% and 6.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 552 (6.8%) | $40,156 |
| 1 Earner | 2,712 (33.4%) | $42,941 |
| 2 Earners | 3,726 (45.8%) | $89,442 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,143 (14.1%) | $127,906 |
| Total | 8,133 (100.0%) | $78,430 |
Household Income in Ford County
Household Income Brackets in Ford County
With 2,032 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Ford County, accounting for 17.4% of all households. In contrast, only 152 households (1.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 409 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 152 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 957 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,319 | 11.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,553 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,973 | 16.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,008 | 17.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,032 | 17.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 759 | 6.5% |
| $200,000+ | 514 | 4.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ford County
The median household income in Ford County is $67,997, with the highest median household income of $81,902 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,302 households (36.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,383, with 2,596 households (22.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 641 (5.5%) | $50,017 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,137 (35.4%) | $76,073 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,302 (36.8%) | $81,902 |
| 65+ Years | 2,596 (22.2%) | $40,383 |
| Total | 11,676 (100.0%) | $67,997 |
Poverty in Ford County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ford County
With 9.9% poverty level for males and 14.0% for females among the residents of Ford County, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (46.4%) and 371 females (24.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 159 (11.6%) | 297 (21.8%) |
| 5 Years | 83 (46.4%) | 31 (8.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 318 (20.1%) | 220 (13.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 124 (12.3%) | 102 (12.1%) |
| 15 Years | 25 (9.2%) | 21 (14.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 121 (21.8%) | 119 (19.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 187 (10.0%) | 371 (24.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 174 (7.3%) | 366 (17.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 250 (11.7%) | 211 (10.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 153 (7.3%) | 145 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 28 (1.4%) | 126 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (1.5%) | 99 (9.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (7.9%) | 166 (18.1%) |
| Total | 1,685 (9.9%) | 2,274 (14.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ford County
According to the poverty statistics in Ford County, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.6% of males and 93.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,214 (88.4%) | 1,066 (78.2%) |
| 5 Years | 96 (53.6%) | 338 (91.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,265 (79.9%) | 1,365 (86.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 880 (87.6%) | 744 (87.9%) |
| 15 Years | 247 (90.8%) | 123 (85.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 434 (78.2%) | 497 (80.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,684 (90.0%) | 1,128 (75.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,194 (92.6%) | 1,692 (82.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,886 (88.3%) | 1,787 (89.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,942 (92.7%) | 1,779 (92.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,939 (98.6%) | 1,761 (93.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,074 (98.5%) | 947 (90.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 545 (92.1%) | 753 (81.9%) |
| Total | 15,400 (90.1%) | 13,980 (86.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ford County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ford County show that 3.8% or 221 of the total 5,828 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 61.2%, comprising of 41 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.8%, which includes 21 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,664 (99.2%) | 21 (0.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,216 (97.7%) | 52 (2.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 701 (86.8%) | 107 (13.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 26 (38.8%) | 41 (61.2%) |
| Total | 5,607 (96.2%) | 221 (3.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ford County
According to the poverty data in Ford County, 9.9% or 50 single-father households and 28.5% or 514 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (29.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (9.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 33 (17.2%) | 363 (39.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 17 (29.8%) | 98 (31.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 50 (9.9%) | 514 (28.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ford County
The poverty data for Ford County shows that 221 of the married-couple family households (3.8%) and 564 of the single-parent households (24.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (61.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 21 (0.8%) | 51 (6.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 52 (2.3%) | 396 (35.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 107 (13.2%) | 115 (31.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 41 (61.2%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 221 (3.8%) | 564 (24.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ford County
Employment by Class of Employer in Ford County
Among the 16,893 employed individuals in Ford County, private company employees (12,308 | 72.9%), local government employees (1,411 | 8.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,274 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 12,308 | 72.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 324 | 1.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,274 | 7.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 750 | 4.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,411 | 8.4% |
| State Government Employees | 470 | 2.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 300 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 56 | 0.3% |
| Total | 16,893 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ford County
According to the labor force statistics for Ford County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (25,230), 70.3% or 17,737 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 568 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.0% or 1,862 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.0% or 130 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 768 (36.9%) | 38 (4.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,137 (79.0%) | 143 (6.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,007 (84.6%) | 12 (0.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,862 (89.0%) | 61 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,600 (86.2%) | 104 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,476 (86.1%) | 49 (1.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,629 (82.0%) | 130 (8.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,317 (69.6%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 729 (33.6%) | 36 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 215 (12.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,737 (70.3%) | 568 (3.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ford County
According to labor force statistics for Ford County, 83.9% of individuals (13,890) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (16,555) are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 361 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 91.5% or 2,849 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.5% or 268 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 3,091 (77.8%) | 72 (1.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,573 (82.7%) | 324 (7.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,376 (85.0%) | 36 (0.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,849 (91.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,890 (83.9%) | 430 (2.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ford County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ford County are Community & Social Service (1,391 | 8.1%), Management (1,354 | 7.9%), Education Instruction & Library (1,089 | 6.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (650 | 3.8%), and Business & Financial (458 | 2.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ford County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (96.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (95.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (89.8%), Community & Social Service (81.7%), and Education, Arts & Media (77.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 814 (60.1%) | 540 (39.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 195 (42.6%) | 263 (57.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 373 (95.6%) | 17 (4.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 197 (96.6%) | 7 (3.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 134 (93.1%) | 10 (6.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 255 (18.3%) | 1,136 (81.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 30 (22.7%) | 102 (77.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 77 (71.3%) | 31 (28.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 111 (10.2%) | 978 (89.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 37 (59.7%) | 25 (40.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 211 (32.5%) | 439 (67.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 154 (38.8%) | 243 (61.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,848 (43.5%) | 2,395 (56.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,066 (58.6%) | 7,099 (41.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ford County are Cleaning & Maintenance (1,159 | 6.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (998 | 5.8%), Healthcare Support (337 | 2.0%), Personal Care & Service (265 | 1.5%), and Security & Protection (177 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ford County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (96.7%), Security & Protection (94.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (90.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (67.4%), Healthcare Support (66.5%), and Personal Care & Service (57.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 113 (33.5%) | 224 (66.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 168 (94.9%) | 9 (5.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 50 (90.9%) | 5 (9.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 118 (96.7%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 325 (32.6%) | 673 (67.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 721 (62.2%) | 438 (37.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 114 (43.0%) | 151 (57.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,441 (49.1%) | 1,495 (50.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,066 (58.6%) | 7,099 (41.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ford County are Sales & Related (1,416 | 8.3%), and Office & Administration (1,291 | 7.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 782 (55.2%) | 634 (44.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 257 (19.9%) | 1,034 (80.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,039 (38.4%) | 1,668 (61.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,066 (58.6%) | 7,099 (41.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ford County are Construction & Extraction (1,180 | 6.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (917 | 5.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (357 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 332 (93.0%) | 25 (7.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,068 (90.5%) | 112 (9.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 869 (94.8%) | 48 (5.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,269 (92.5%) | 185 (7.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,066 (58.6%) | 7,099 (41.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ford County are Production (2,878 | 16.8%), Material Moving (1,146 | 6.7%), and Transportation (801 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,740 (60.5%) | 1,138 (39.5%) |
| Transportation | 788 (98.4%) | 13 (1.6%) |
| Material Moving | 941 (82.1%) | 205 (17.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,469 (71.9%) | 1,356 (28.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 10,066 (58.6%) | 7,099 (41.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ford County
Employment Industries in Ford County
The major employment industries in Ford County include Manufacturing (4,935 | 28.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,568 | 9.1%), Educational Services (1,383 | 8.1%), Construction (1,302 | 7.6%), and Retail Trade (1,278 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ford County
The Ford County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (93.0%), and Utilities (88.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Educational Services (82.9%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (81.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 673 (88.0%) | 92 (12.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,122 (86.2%) | 180 (13.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 3,353 (67.9%) | 1,582 (32.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 254 (68.5%) | 117 (31.5%) |
| Retail Trade | 568 (44.4%) | 710 (55.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 754 (93.0%) | 57 (7.0%) |
| Utilities | 271 (88.6%) | 35 (11.4%) |
| Information | 50 (45.5%) | 60 (54.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 89 (24.6%) | 272 (75.3%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 32 (18.8%) | 138 (81.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 208 (62.5%) | 125 (37.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 427 (57.2%) | 319 (42.8%) |
| Educational Services | 237 (17.1%) | 1,146 (82.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 526 (33.6%) | 1,042 (66.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 326 (74.1%) | 114 (25.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 462 (39.1%) | 720 (60.9%) |
| Public Administration | 261 (61.1%) | 166 (38.9%) |
| Total | 10,066 (58.6%) | 7,099 (41.4%) |
Education in Ford County
School Enrollment in Ford County
The most common levels of schooling among the 9,393 students in Ford County are middle school (2,398 | 25.5%), high school (2,344 | 24.9%), and elementary school (2,239 | 23.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 462 | 4.9% |
| Kindergarten | 339 | 3.6% |
| Elementary School | 2,239 | 23.8% |
| Middle School | 2,398 | 25.5% |
| High School | 2,344 | 24.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,333 | 14.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 278 | 3.0% |
| Total | 9,393 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ford County
Out of a total of 9,393 students who are enrolled in schools in Ford County, 366 (3.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 9,027 (96.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 55 (16.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,565 (99.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 356 (98.6%) | 5 (1.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,388 (97.9%) | 52 (2.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,809 (97.7%) | 66 (2.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,565 (99.4%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 689 (93.5%) | 48 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 658 (89.5%) | 77 (10.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 273 (83.2%) | 55 (16.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 290 (84.6%) | 53 (15.4%) |
| Total | 9,027 (96.1%) | 366 (3.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ford County
Education (1,250 | 29.5%), business (782 | 18.4%), science & technology (514 | 12.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (503 | 11.9%), and engineering (180 | 4.3%) are the most common fields of study among 4,239 individuals in Ford County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 74 | 1.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 503 | 11.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 156 | 3.7% |
| Psychology | 84 | 2.0% |
| Social Sciences | 118 | 2.8% |
| Engineering | 180 | 4.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 62 | 1.5% |
| Science & Technology | 514 | 12.1% |
| Business | 782 | 18.4% |
| Education | 1,250 | 29.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 113 | 2.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 139 | 3.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 59 | 1.4% |
| Communications | 48 | 1.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 157 | 3.7% |
| Total | 4,239 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ford County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ford County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ford County are males with 2 vehicles (4,093, accounting for 41.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,874, making up 59.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 357 (3.6%) | 164 (2.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,770 (17.9%) | 1,303 (18.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,093 (41.4%) | 2,874 (41.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,112 (21.4%) | 1,590 (23.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,089 (11.0%) | 700 (10.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 458 (4.6%) | 280 (4.1%) |
| Total | 9,879 (100.0%) | 6,911 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ford County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ford County are 10 to 14 minutes (5,113 commuters, 30.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (4,709 commuters, 28.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (2,363 commuters, 14.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,600 | 9.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 4,709 | 28.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 5,113 | 30.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,363 | 14.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 957 | 5.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 427 | 2.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 565 | 3.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 187 | 1.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 20 | 0.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 180 | 1.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 297 | 1.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 119 | 0.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ford County
The most common commute times in Ford County are 10 to 14 minutes (3,118 commuters, 31.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,995 commuters, 29.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 724 (7.4%) | 876 (13.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,795 (28.4%) | 1,914 (28.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,118 (31.7%) | 1,995 (29.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,287 (13.1%) | 1,076 (16.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 560 (5.7%) | 397 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 286 (2.9%) | 141 (2.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 438 (4.5%) | 127 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 164 (1.7%) | 23 (0.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1 (0.0%) | 19 (0.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 116 (1.2%) | 64 (0.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 221 (2.2%) | 76 (1.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 116 (1.2%) | 3 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ford County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ford County are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,553, 15.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,201, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 931 (9.5%) | 249 (3.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 880 (9.0%) | 455 (6.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 723 (7.4%) | 281 (4.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 535 (5.4%) | 626 (9.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 849 (8.6%) | 334 (5.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,058 (10.8%) | 840 (12.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 981 (10.0%) | 1,201 (17.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 617 (6.3%) | 626 (9.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 357 (3.6%) | 266 (4.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 110 (1.1%) | 222 (3.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 75 (0.8%) | 179 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 172 (1.8%) | 22 (0.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,553 (15.8%) | 1,031 (15.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 985 (10.0%) | 379 (5.7%) |
| Total | 9,826 (100.0%) | 6,711 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ford County
Occupancy by Ownership in Ford County
Of the total 11,676 dwellings in Ford County, owner-occupied units account for 7,511 (64.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,165 (35.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,511 | 64.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 4,165 | 35.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 11,676 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ford County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,914 | 25.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,244 | 27.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,898 | 16.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,620 | 31.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 11,676 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ford County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,733 (59.5%) | 1,181 (40.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,274 (70.1%) | 970 (29.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,197 (63.1%) | 701 (36.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,307 (63.7%) | 1,313 (36.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,511 (64.3%) | 4,165 (35.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ford County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,587 (61.3%) | 1,001 (38.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,537 (55.9%) | 1,213 (44.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,361 (65.8%) | 1,229 (34.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,026 (73.7%) | 722 (26.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ford County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,685 | 23.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,093 | 17.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,076 | 17.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,226 | 19.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,498 | 12.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 728 | 6.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 370 | 3.2% |
| Total | 11,676 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ford County
Median Income by Occupancy in Ford County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,511 (64.3%) | $76,112 |
| Renter-Occupied | 4,165 (35.7%) | $55,417 |
| Average | 11,676 (100.0%) | $67,997 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ford County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 117 (1.6%) | 135 (3.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 126 (1.7%) | 28 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 21 (0.3%) | 132 (3.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 209 (2.8%) | 208 (5.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 269 (3.6%) | 273 (6.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 742 (9.9%) | 573 (13.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 987 (13.1%) | 564 (13.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,224 (16.3%) | 753 (18.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,203 (16.0%) | 804 (19.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,499 (20.0%) | 534 (12.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,114 (14.8%) | 161 (3.9%) |
| Total | 7,511 (100.0%) | 4,165 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ford County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 586 (7.8%) | 77 (1.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,375 (18.3%) | 205 (4.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,796 (23.9%) | 898 (21.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,041 (13.9%) | 1,016 (24.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,379 (18.4%) | 1,396 (33.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 583 (7.8%) | 302 (7.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 391 (5.2%) | 24 (0.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 188 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 172 (2.3%) | 23 (0.5%) |
| Total | 7,511 (100.0%) | 4,165 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ford County
Housing Structures in Ford County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,356 | 71.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 364 | 3.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 512 | 4.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 510 | 4.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 161 | 1.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 529 | 4.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,244 | 10.6% |
| Total | 11,676 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ford County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,369 (76.2%) | 1,987 (23.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 59 (16.2%) | 305 (83.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 68 (13.3%) | 444 (86.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 15 (2.9%) | 495 (97.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 13 (8.1%) | 148 (91.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 529 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 987 (79.3%) | 257 (20.7%) |
| Total | 7,511 (64.3%) | 4,165 (35.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ford County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 11 (0.2%) | 118 (2.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 225 (3.0%) | 540 (13.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,601 (34.6%) | 2,079 (49.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,539 (33.8%) | 1,209 (29.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,135 (28.4%) | 219 (5.3%) |
| Total | 7,511 (100.0%) | 4,165 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ford County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 5,990 (79.7%) | 2,661 (63.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 489 (6.5%) | 311 (7.5%) |
| Electricity | 838 (11.2%) | 1,137 (27.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4 (0.1%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 174 (2.3%) | 21 (0.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 16 (0.2%) | 34 (0.8%) |
| Total | 7,511 (100.0%) | 4,165 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ford County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 160 (2.1%) | 395 (9.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,344 (17.9%) | 1,814 (43.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,234 (43.1%) | 1,548 (37.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,773 (36.9%) | 408 (9.8%) |
| Total | 7,511 (100.0%) | 4,165 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ford County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ford County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,059 | 3,452 |
| Median Property Value | $104,800 | $154,600 |
| Median Household Income | $61,970 | $763 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $539 | $169 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,660 | $77 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ford County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,089 (26.8%) | 202 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 853 (21.0%) | 1,056 (30.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,690 (41.6%) | 1,609 (46.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 348 (8.6%) | 468 (13.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 7 (0.2%) | 38 (1.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 6 (0.2%) | 79 (2.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 66 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,059 (100.0%) | 3,452 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ford County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 185 (4.6%) | 61 (1.8%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 413 (10.2%) | 58 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 418 (10.3%) | 86 (2.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 639 (15.7%) | 324 (9.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 795 (19.6%) | 348 (10.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 529 (13.0%) | 429 (12.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 729 (18.0%) | 674 (19.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 351 (8.6%) | 770 (22.3%) |
| Total | 4,059 (100.0%) | 3,452 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ford County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,177 (53.6%) | 92,278 (2,673.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 857 (21.1%) | 2,257 (65.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 282 (7.0%) | 597 (17.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 730 (18.0%) | 207 (6.0%) |
| Total | 4,059 (100.0%) | 3,452 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ford County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,008 (24.8%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 855 (21.1%) | 227 (6.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,091 (51.5%) | 624 (18.1%) |
| Total | 4,059 (100.0%) | 3,452 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ford County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ford County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,190 (92.8%) | 247 (7.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,813 (94.5%) | 398 (5.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,556 (76.3%) | 795 (23.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,488 (84.3%) | 648 (15.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,215 (77.8%) | 919 (22.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,171 (78.9%) | 848 (21.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,496 (90.7%) | 358 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,511 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 29,576 (87.5%) | 4,213 (12.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ford County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,190 (92.8%) | 247 (7.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,813 (94.5%) | 398 (5.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,556 (76.3%) | 795 (23.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ford County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,051 (66.9%) | 1,015 (33.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,148 (80.2%) | 1,272 (19.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,218 (86.8%) | 791 (13.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6,137 (93.6%) | 416 (6.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 10,810 (94.2%) | 668 (5.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ford County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,430 (41.6%) | 1,859 (54.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,254 (31.3%) | 4,962 (68.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 279 (8.3%) | 2,349 (70.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 192 (4.6%) | 3,392 (82.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 205 (5.0%) | 3,085 (74.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 275 (6.8%) | 2,997 (74.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 515 (13.4%) | 3,250 (84.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,048 (95.9%) | 1,180 (55.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,502 (99.4%) | 939 (62.1%) |
| Total | 8,700 (25.8%) | 24,013 (71.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ford County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 217 (5.9%) | 58 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 224 (5.1%) | 182 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 934 (15.1%) | 844 (14.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 229 (21.0%) | 349 (33.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 291 (49.2%) | 416 (45.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ford County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 32 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 51 (1.2%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 334 (5.4%) | 137 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 125 (11.5%) | 111 (10.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 170 (28.7%) | 88 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.5%) | 36 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 60 (1.4%) | 54 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 72 (1.2%) | 239 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (4.8%) | 25 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 19 (3.2%) | 109 (11.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 185 (5.1%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 149 (3.4%) | 71 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 398 (6.4%) | 207 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 85 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (9.6%) | 92 (10.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 30 (0.7%) | 45 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 528 (8.5%) | 481 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (8.1%) | 241 (23.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 157 (26.5%) | 338 (36.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 40 (1.1%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (0.5%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 45 (0.7%) | 137 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (1.5%) | 110 (10.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (9.3%) | 51 (5.6%) |
Technology Access in Ford County
Computing Device Access in Ford County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 7,330 | 62.8% |
| Smartphone | 10,174 | 87.1% |
| Tablet | 6,668 | 57.1% |
| No Computing Device | 963 | 8.3% |
| Total | 11,676 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ford County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 74 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 7,205 | 61.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,070 | 17.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,002 | 8.6% |
| No Internet | 1,529 | 13.1% |
| Total | 11,676 | 100.0% |
Ford County Summary
Ford County is located in the southwestern corner of Kansas, and is bordered by Clark, Meade, Seward, and Gray counties. The county seat is Dodge City, and the county was named after Colonel James H. Ford, who was a Civil War veteran and a member of the Kansas Legislature. Ford County covers an area of 1,072 square miles, and has a population of 34,867 as of the 2010 census.
History
Ford County was established in 1873, and was one of the original 33 counties in the state of Kansas. The county was named after Colonel James H. Ford, who was a Civil War veteran and a member of the Kansas Legislature. The county was originally populated by Native American tribes, including the Cheyenne, Arapaho, Kiowa, and Comanche.
In 1875, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway reached Dodge City, which was the first town in Ford County. The railroad brought settlers to the area, and Dodge City quickly became a major cattle shipping center. The town was also known for its lawlessness, and was the setting for many western movies and television shows.
In the late 19th century, Ford County was a major center for agriculture, and the county was home to many large ranches. The county was also home to several small towns, including Spearville, Bucklin, and Ford.
Geography
Ford County is located in the southwestern corner of Kansas, and is bordered by Clark, Meade, Seward, and Gray counties. The county covers an area of 1,072 square miles, and has an average elevation of 2,845 feet.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The Arkansas River runs through the county, and there are several small lakes and reservoirs in the area. The county is mostly covered in grassland, with some areas of cropland and woodlands.
Economy
Ford County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county is home to several large ranches, and is a major producer of beef and other livestock. The county is also home to several large manufacturing companies, including Cargill, Tyson Foods, and ConAgra Foods.
The county is also home to several service-based businesses, including healthcare, education, and retail. The county is home to several hospitals, including the Western Plains Medical Center in Dodge City. The county is also home to several colleges and universities, including Dodge City Community College and Fort Hays State University.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Ford County had a population of 34,867. The population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.7 years.
The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 1.2% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 15.2% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.2% 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 13.2% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ford County?
Total Population of Ford County is 34,212.
What is the Total Male Population of Ford County?
Total Male Population of Ford County is 17,709.
What is the Total Female Population of Ford County?
Total Female Population of Ford County is 16,503.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ford County?
There are 107.31 Males per 100 Females in Ford County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ford County?
There are 93.19 Females per 100 Males in Ford County.
What is the Median Population Age in Ford County?
Median Population Age in Ford County is 32.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ford County
Average Family Size in Ford County is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ford County
Average Household Size in Ford County is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ford County?
Per Capita income in Ford County is $28,502.
What is the Median Family Income in Ford County?
Median Family Income in Ford County is $78,430.
What is the Median Household income in Ford County?
Median Household Income in Ford County is $67,997.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ford County?
Income or Wage Gap in Ford County is 26.9%.
Women in Ford County earn 73.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Ford County?
Family Income Deficit in Ford County is $10,284.
Families that are below poverty line in Ford County earn $10,284 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ford County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ford County is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ford County?
There are 17,737 People in the Labor Forcein in Ford County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ford County?
70.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Ford County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ford County?
Unemployment Rate in Ford County is 3.2%.