Thomas County, KS
Thomas County Map
Thomas County Overview
7,907
TOTAL POPULATION
3,957
MALE POPULATION
3,950
FEMALE POPULATION
100.18
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.82
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,610
PER CAPITA INCOME
$91,759
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,417
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,178
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Thomas County Area Codes
Race in Thomas County
The most populous races in Thomas County are White / Caucasian (7,421 | 93.9%), Hispanic or Latino (603 | 7.6%), and Some other Race (220 | 2.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 24 | 0.3% |
| Black / African American | 72 | 0.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 603 | 7.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 16 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,421 | 93.9% |
| Two or more Races | 154 | 1.9% |
| Some other Race | 220 | 2.8% |
| Total | 7,907 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Thomas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Thomas County are German (2,906 | 36.7%), English (777 | 9.8%), Irish (735 | 9.3%), Mexican (571 | 7.2%), and American (250 | 3.2%), together accounting for 66.3% of all Thomas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 17 | 0.2% |
| Alaska Native | 1 | 0.0% |
| American | 250 | 3.2% |
| Apache | 8 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 14 | 0.2% |
| Austrian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 62 | 0.8% |
| British | 18 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 31 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 5 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 5 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 66 | 0.8% |
| Czechoslovakian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 28 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 93 | 1.2% |
| English | 777 | 9.8% |
| European | 120 | 1.5% |
| French | 172 | 2.2% |
| French Canadian | 19 | 0.2% |
| German | 2,906 | 36.7% |
| German Russian | 27 | 0.3% |
| Greek | 27 | 0.3% |
| Hungarian | 141 | 1.8% |
| Irish | 735 | 9.3% |
| Italian | 156 | 2.0% |
| Korean | 25 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 571 | 7.2% |
| Mexican American Indian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 12 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 130 | 1.6% |
| Norwegian | 55 | 0.7% |
| Pennsylvania German | 18 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 231 | 2.9% |
| Portuguese | 30 | 0.4% |
| Russian | 36 | 0.5% |
| Scandinavian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 86 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 153 | 1.9% |
| South American | 14 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 16 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 17 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 77 | 1.0% |
| Swiss | 41 | 0.5% |
| Thai | 1 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 9 | 0.1% | View All 48 Rows |
Immigrants in Thomas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Thomas County came from Latin America (270 | 3.4%), Central America (226 | 2.9%), Mexico (225 | 2.9%), South America (44 | 0.6%), and Canada (38 | 0.5%), together accounting for 10.2% of all Thomas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 16 | 0.2% |
| Argentina | 14 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 24 | 0.3% |
| Brazil | 30 | 0.4% |
| Canada | 38 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 226 | 2.9% |
| Costa Rica | 1 | 0.0% |
| India | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 270 | 3.4% |
| Mexico | 225 | 2.9% |
| Philippines | 23 | 0.3% |
| South Africa | 12 | 0.2% |
| South America | 44 | 0.6% |
| South Central Asia | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 23 | 0.3% | View All 15 Rows |
Sex and Age in Thomas County
Sex and Age in Thomas County
The most populous age groups in Thomas County are 15 to 19 Years (450 | 11.4%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (443 | 11.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 271 (6.9%) | 259 (6.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 294 (7.4%) | 291 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 269 (6.8%) | 201 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 450 (11.4%) | 443 (11.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 227 (5.7%) | 253 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 236 (6.0%) | 243 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 256 (6.5%) | 220 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 246 (6.2%) | 194 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 195 (4.9%) | 186 (4.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 221 (5.6%) | 249 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 164 (4.1%) | 171 (4.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 187 (4.7%) | 250 (6.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 299 (7.6%) | 250 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 243 (6.1%) | 253 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 159 (4.0%) | 113 (2.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 80 (2.0%) | 225 (5.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 107 (2.7%) | 21 (0.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 53 (1.3%) | 128 (3.2%) |
| Total | 3,957 (100.0%) | 3,950 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Thomas County
Median Family Size in Thomas County
The median family size in Thomas County is 3.01 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,719 | 85.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (157 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.56 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,719 (85.4%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 157 (7.8%) | 2.56 |
| Single Female/Mother | 137 (6.8%) | 3.03 |
| Total Families | 2,013 (100.0%) | 3.01 |
Median Household Size in Thomas County
The median household size in Thomas County is 2.39 persons per household, with single female/mother households (137 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (1,116 | 35.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,719 (54.9%) | 3.07 |
| Single Male/Father | 157 (5.0%) | 2.92 |
| Single Female/Mother | 137 (4.4%) | 3.25 |
| Non-family | 1,116 (35.7%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 3,129 (100.0%) | 2.39 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Thomas County
Out of a total of 3,129 households in Thomas County, 2,013 (64.3%) are family households, while 1,116 (35.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,109, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 914.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 914 (29.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,109 (35.4%) | 202 (6.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 352 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 258 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 239 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 20 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 35 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,013 (64.3%) | 1,116 (35.7%) |
Female Fertility in Thomas County
Fertility by Age in Thomas County
Average fertility rate in Thomas County is 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 51.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 7 (5.2%) | 16.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 58 (43.3%) | 81.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 69 (51.5%) | 108.0 |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 75.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Thomas County
73.1% of women with births (134) in Thomas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (50.0%) | 29 (50.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 98 (73.1%) | 36 (26.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Thomas County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 7 (5.2%) | 37.0 |
| High School Diploma | 20 (14.9%) | 69.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 61 (45.5%) | 72.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 46 (34.3%) | 132.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 75.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Thomas County
26.9% of women with births in Thomas 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 52 (85.3%) | 9 (14.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 98 (73.1%) | 36 (26.9%) |
Income in Thomas County
Income Overview in Thomas County
Per Capita Income in Thomas County is $37,610, while median incomes of families and households are $91,759 and $72,417 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,907 | $37,610 |
| Median Family Income | 2,013 | $91,759 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,013 | $111,703 |
| Median Household Income | 3,129 | $72,417 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,129 | $95,662 |
| Income Deficit | 2,013 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,907 | 35.98% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,907 | 64.02¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,907 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Thomas County
Average Earnings in Thomas County are $33,814, $44,124 for men and $28,248 for women, a difference of 36.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,406 (52.0%) | $44,124 |
| Female | 2,219 (48.0%) | $28,248 |
| Total | 4,625 (100.0%) | $33,814 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Thomas County
The most common earnings brackets in Thomas County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (279 | 11.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (236 | 10.6%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 75 (3.1%) | 141 (6.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 191 (7.9%) | 160 (7.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 41 (1.7%) | 77 (3.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 21 (0.9%) | 165 (7.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 44 (1.8%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 37 (1.5%) | 72 (3.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 110 (4.6%) | 51 (2.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 36 (1.5%) | 64 (2.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 90 (3.7%) | 137 (6.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 117 (4.9%) | 105 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 73 (3.0%) | 175 (7.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 109 (4.5%) | 236 (10.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 67 (2.8%) | 132 (5.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 260 (10.8%) | 72 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 96 (4.0%) | 144 (6.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 102 (4.2%) | 89 (4.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 218 (9.1%) | 53 (2.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 217 (9.0%) | 97 (4.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 279 (11.6%) | 84 (3.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 223 (9.3%) | 124 (5.6%) |
| Total | 2,406 (100.0%) | 2,219 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Thomas County
Average earnings in Thomas County are $51,512 for men and $32,469 for women, a difference of 37.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $89,539, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,417. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,054, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,447.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $45,417 | $21,978 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,089 | $33,242 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $70,149 | $33,640 |
| Graduate Degree | $89,539 | $52,054 |
| Total | $51,512 | $32,469 |
Family Income in Thomas County
Family Income Brackets in Thomas County
According to the Thomas County family income data, there are 554 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 26 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 26 | 1.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 42 | 2.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 36 | 1.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 143 | 7.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 167 | 8.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 332 | 16.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 415 | 20.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 554 | 27.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 139 | 6.9% |
| $200,000+ | 159 | 7.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Thomas County
6-person families (23 | 1.1%) account for the highest median family income in Thomas County with $139,375 per family, while 3-person families (312 | 15.5%) have the highest median income of $42,656 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,164 (57.8%) | $80,521 |
| 3-Person Families | 312 (15.5%) | $127,967 |
| 4-Person Families | 275 (13.7%) | $106,106 |
| 5-Person Families | 209 (10.4%) | $84,188 |
| 6-Person Families | 23 (1.1%) | $139,375 |
| 7+ Person Families | 30 (1.5%) | $64,375 |
| Total | 2,013 (100.0%) | $91,759 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Thomas County
The median family income in Thomas County is $91,759, with families comprising 3+ earners (143) having the highest median family income of $120,066, while families with no earners (351) have the lowest median family income of $49,654, accounting for 7.1% and 17.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 351 (17.4%) | $49,654 |
| 1 Earner | 378 (18.8%) | $80,000 |
| 2 Earners | 1,141 (56.7%) | $97,305 |
| 3+ Earners | 143 (7.1%) | $120,066 |
| Total | 2,013 (100.0%) | $91,759 |
Household Income in Thomas County
Household Income Brackets in Thomas County
With 666 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Thomas County, accounting for 21.3% of all households. In contrast, only 69 households (2.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 169 | 5.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 69 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 250 | 8.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 244 | 7.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 238 | 7.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 666 | 21.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 544 | 17.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 607 | 19.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 147 | 4.7% |
| $200,000+ | 191 | 6.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Thomas County
The median household income in Thomas County is $72,417, with the highest median household income of $92,310 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,003 households (32.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,469, with 316 households (10.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 316 (10.1%) | $23,469 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 893 (28.5%) | $66,146 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,003 (32.1%) | $92,310 |
| 65+ Years | 917 (29.3%) | $60,208 |
| Total | 3,129 (100.0%) | $72,417 |
Poverty in Thomas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Thomas County
With 5.3% poverty level for males and 7.8% for females among the residents of Thomas County, 25 to 34 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 92 males (19.0%) and 132 females (33.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (18.1%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 46 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 2 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 3 (3.7%) | 2 (2.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 3 (0.8%) | 132 (33.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 92 (19.0%) | 54 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7 (1.7%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9 (2.3%) | 12 (2.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4 (0.8%) | 24 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 31 (7.7%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (1.4%) | 10 (3.0%) |
| Total | 200 (5.3%) | 289 (7.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Thomas County
According to the poverty statistics in Thomas County, males aged under 5 years and females aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 252 (100.0%) | 212 (81.9%) |
| 5 Years | 115 (100.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 245 (84.2%) | 316 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 157 (100.0%) | 147 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 93 (97.9%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 79 (96.3%) | 98 (98.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 390 (99.2%) | 260 (66.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 393 (81.0%) | 401 (88.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 414 (98.3%) | 379 (99.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 375 (97.7%) | 408 (97.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 470 (99.2%) | 464 (95.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 371 (92.3%) | 347 (98.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 218 (98.6%) | 326 (97.0%) |
| Total | 3,572 (94.7%) | 3,396 (92.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Thomas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Thomas County show that 1.1% or 18 of the total 1,719 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.4%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,063 (98.6%) | 15 (1.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 389 (99.7%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 219 (99.1%) | 2 (0.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,701 (99.0%) | 18 (1.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Thomas County
According to the poverty data in Thomas County, 15.3% or 24 single-father households and 32.1% or 44 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 23 households (25.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (39.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 1 (1.5%) | 7 (17.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 23 (25.6%) | 37 (39.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 24 (15.3%) | 44 (32.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Thomas County
The poverty data for Thomas County shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (1.1%) and 68 of the single-parent households (23.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (1.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 household (32.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 15 (1.4%) | 8 (7.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1 (0.3%) | 60 (32.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18 (1.1%) | 68 (23.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Thomas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Thomas County
Among the 4,089 employed individuals in Thomas County, private company employees (2,661 | 65.1%), local government employees (344 | 8.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (342 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,661 | 65.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 155 | 3.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 294 | 7.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 342 | 8.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 344 | 8.4% |
| State Government Employees | 220 | 5.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 46 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 27 | 0.7% |
| Total | 4,089 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Thomas County
According to the labor force statistics for Thomas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,218), 67.2% or 4,178 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.6% or 25 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 97.9% or 469 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 2.1% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 417 (52.9%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 314 (65.4%) | 4 (1.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 469 (97.9%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 397 (83.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 671 (81.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 771 (95.8%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 393 (89.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 379 (69.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 281 (36.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 85 (13.8%) | 1 (1.2%) |
| Total | 4,178 (67.2%) | 25 (0.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Thomas County
According to labor force statistics for Thomas County, 86.3% of individuals (3,078) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,567) are in the labor force, with 0.5% or 15 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 90.1% or 1,569 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.4% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 227 (87.0%) | 11 (4.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 556 (74.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,569 (90.1%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 729 (88.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,078 (86.3%) | 18 (0.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Thomas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thomas County are Management (454 | 10.9%), Community & Social Service (367 | 8.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (352 | 8.5%), Education Instruction & Library (273 | 6.6%), and Health Technologists (209 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thomas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Technologists (79.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 343 (75.5%) | 111 (24.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 64 (48.8%) | 67 (51.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 132 (79.5%) | 34 (20.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 21 (38.2%) | 34 (61.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 96 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 130 (35.4%) | 237 (64.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 76 (27.8%) | 197 (72.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 36 (75.0%) | 12 (25.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 90 (25.6%) | 262 (74.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 42 (20.1%) | 167 (79.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 759 (51.6%) | 711 (48.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,286 (55.1%) | 1,866 (44.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Thomas County are Food Preparation & Serving (251 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (185 | 4.5%), Healthcare Support (154 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (61 | 1.5%), and Security & Protection (25 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Thomas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.7%), Security & Protection (80.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (92.8%), Healthcare Support (87.0%), and Personal Care & Service (80.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 20 (13.0%) | 134 (87.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 20 (80.0%) | 5 (20.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 7 (70.0%) | 3 (30.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 13 (86.7%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 18 (7.2%) | 233 (92.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 117 (63.2%) | 68 (36.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 12 (19.7%) | 49 (80.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 187 (27.7%) | 489 (72.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,286 (55.1%) | 1,866 (44.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Thomas County are Sales & Related (590 | 14.2%), and Office & Administration (515 | 12.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 454 (76.9%) | 136 (23.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 72 (14.0%) | 443 (86.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 526 (47.6%) | 579 (52.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,286 (55.1%) | 1,866 (44.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Thomas County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (224 | 5.4%), Construction & Extraction (108 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (107 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 107 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 107 (99.1%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 207 (92.4%) | 17 (7.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 421 (95.9%) | 18 (4.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,286 (55.1%) | 1,866 (44.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Thomas County are Production (216 | 5.2%), Material Moving (151 | 3.6%), and Transportation (95 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 200 (92.6%) | 16 (7.4%) |
| Transportation | 93 (97.9%) | 2 (2.1%) |
| Material Moving | 100 (66.2%) | 51 (33.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 393 (85.1%) | 69 (14.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,286 (55.1%) | 1,866 (44.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Thomas County
Employment Industries in Thomas County
The major employment industries in Thomas County include Health Care & Social Assistance (618 | 14.9%), Retail Trade (576 | 13.9%), Educational Services (493 | 11.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (376 | 9.1%), and Wholesale Trade (223 | 5.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Thomas County
The Thomas County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (99.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (90.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (69.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 321 (85.4%) | 55 (14.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 165 (99.4%) | 1 (0.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 106 (90.6%) | 11 (9.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 185 (83.0%) | 38 (17.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 383 (66.5%) | 193 (33.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 91 (86.7%) | 14 (13.3%) |
| Utilities | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 77 (41.0%) | 111 (59.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 99 (50.0%) | 99 (50.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 19 (79.2%) | 5 (20.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 18 (9.2%) | 178 (90.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 39 (52.7%) | 35 (47.3%) |
| Educational Services | 168 (34.1%) | 325 (65.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 135 (21.8%) | 483 (78.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 11 (47.8%) | 12 (52.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 60 (30.8%) | 135 (69.2%) |
| Public Administration | 65 (58.6%) | 46 (41.4%) |
| Total | 2,286 (55.1%) | 1,866 (44.9%) |
Education in Thomas County
School Enrollment in Thomas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,145 students in Thomas County are college / undergraduate (677 | 31.6%), middle school (412 | 19.2%), and elementary school (383 | 17.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 146 | 6.8% |
| Kindergarten | 121 | 5.6% |
| Elementary School | 383 | 17.9% |
| Middle School | 412 | 19.2% |
| High School | 380 | 17.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 677 | 31.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 26 | 1.2% |
| Total | 2,145 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Thomas County
Out of a total of 2,145 students who are enrolled in schools in Thomas County, 457 (21.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,688 (78.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 44 (45.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 30 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 52 (89.7%) | 6 (10.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 378 (66.5%) | 190 (33.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 366 (77.9%) | 104 (22.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 261 (90.0%) | 29 (10.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 378 (84.8%) | 68 (15.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 171 (91.9%) | 15 (8.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 53 (54.6%) | 44 (45.4%) |
| Total | 1,688 (78.7%) | 457 (21.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Thomas County
Education (436 | 30.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (323 | 22.5%), business (222 | 15.5%), science & technology (116 | 8.1%), and arts & humanities (73 | 5.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,436 individuals in Thomas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 17 | 1.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 323 | 22.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 22 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 18 | 1.3% |
| Social Sciences | 51 | 3.5% |
| Engineering | 27 | 1.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 116 | 8.1% |
| Business | 222 | 15.5% |
| Education | 436 | 30.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 22 | 1.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 72 | 5.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 2 | 0.1% |
| Communications | 35 | 2.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 73 | 5.1% |
| Total | 1,436 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Thomas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Thomas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Thomas County are males with 2 vehicles (1,191, accounting for 53.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (798, making up 68.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 58 (2.6%) | 27 (1.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 247 (11.0%) | 95 (5.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,191 (53.1%) | 798 (45.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 545 (24.3%) | 564 (32.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 55 (2.5%) | 95 (5.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 147 (6.6%) | 161 (9.2%) |
| Total | 2,243 (100.0%) | 1,740 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Thomas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Thomas County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,367 commuters, 35.6%), less than 5 minutes (734 commuters, 19.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (596 commuters, 15.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 734 | 19.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,367 | 35.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 596 | 15.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 216 | 5.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 468 | 12.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 72 | 1.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 197 | 5.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 42 | 1.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 38 | 1.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 15 | 0.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 45 | 1.2% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 48 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Thomas County
The most common commute times in Thomas County are 5 to 9 minutes (593 commuters, 27.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (774 commuters, 46.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 485 (22.4%) | 249 (14.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 593 (27.4%) | 774 (46.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 338 (15.6%) | 258 (15.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 81 (3.7%) | 135 (8.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 350 (16.2%) | 118 (7.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 49 (2.3%) | 23 (1.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 147 (6.8%) | 50 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 42 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 16 (0.7%) | 22 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 35 (1.6%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 28 (1.3%) | 20 (1.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Thomas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Thomas County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (682, 31.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (672, 40.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 22 (1.0%) | 69 (4.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 19 (0.9%) | 98 (5.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 131 (6.0%) | 24 (1.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 80 (3.7%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 173 (8.0%) | 128 (7.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 286 (13.2%) | 215 (12.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 682 (31.5%) | 672 (40.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 188 (8.7%) | 99 (5.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 82 (3.8%) | 51 (3.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 206 (9.5%) | 111 (6.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 21 (1.0%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 121 (5.6%) | 64 (3.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 146 (6.8%) | 126 (7.5%) |
| Total | 2,164 (100.0%) | 1,674 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Thomas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Thomas County
Of the total 3,129 dwellings in Thomas County, owner-occupied units account for 2,264 (72.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 865 (27.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,264 | 72.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 865 | 27.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,129 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Thomas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 914 | 29.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,311 | 41.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 352 | 11.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 552 | 17.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,129 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Thomas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 481 (52.6%) | 433 (47.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,028 (78.4%) | 283 (21.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 299 (84.9%) | 53 (15.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 456 (82.6%) | 96 (17.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,264 (72.4%) | 865 (27.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Thomas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 22 (16.8%) | 109 (83.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 454 (71.3%) | 183 (28.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,121 (74.9%) | 376 (25.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 667 (77.2%) | 197 (22.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 856 | 27.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 353 | 11.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 512 | 16.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 491 | 15.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 554 | 17.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 262 | 8.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 101 | 3.2% |
| Total | 3,129 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Thomas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Thomas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,264 (72.4%) | $82,879 |
| Renter-Occupied | 865 (27.6%) | $33,229 |
| Average | 3,129 (100.0%) | $72,417 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Thomas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 32 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 20 (0.9%) | 118 (13.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 16 (0.7%) | 54 (6.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 25 (1.1%) | 45 (5.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 82 (3.6%) | 97 (11.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 101 (4.5%) | 144 (16.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 162 (7.2%) | 75 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 465 (20.5%) | 202 (23.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 502 (22.2%) | 42 (4.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 541 (23.9%) | 67 (7.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 318 (14.1%) | 21 (2.4%) |
| Total | 2,264 (100.0%) | 865 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Thomas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 132 (5.8%) | 18 (2.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 303 (13.4%) | 31 (3.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 577 (25.5%) | 446 (51.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 228 (10.1%) | 261 (30.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 578 (25.5%) | 12 (1.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 187 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 151 (6.7%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 19 (0.8%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 89 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,264 (100.0%) | 865 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Thomas County
Housing Structures in Thomas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,568 | 82.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 34 | 1.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 51 | 1.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 33 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 147 | 4.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 65 | 2.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 231 | 7.4% |
| Total | 3,129 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Thomas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,155 (83.9%) | 413 (16.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 14 (41.2%) | 20 (58.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 65 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 95 (41.1%) | 136 (58.9%) |
| Total | 2,264 (72.4%) | 865 (27.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Thomas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 9 (0.4%) | 87 (10.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 557 (24.6%) | 572 (66.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 585 (25.8%) | 113 (13.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,113 (49.2%) | 93 (10.7%) |
| Total | 2,264 (100.0%) | 865 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Thomas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,794 (79.2%) | 589 (68.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 201 (8.9%) | 17 (2.0%) |
| Electricity | 238 (10.5%) | 259 (29.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 28 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 3 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,264 (100.0%) | 865 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Thomas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 40 (1.8%) | 60 (6.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 333 (14.7%) | 387 (44.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,099 (48.5%) | 288 (33.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 792 (35.0%) | 130 (15.0%) |
| Total | 2,264 (100.0%) | 865 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Thomas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Thomas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 996 | 1,268 |
| Median Property Value | $150,600 | $183,100 |
| Median Household Income | $74,333 | $159 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $532 | $89 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,391 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Thomas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 183 (18.4%) | 25 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 154 (15.5%) | 191 (15.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 476 (47.8%) | 829 (65.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 153 (15.4%) | 195 (15.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 30 (3.0%) | 6 (0.5%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (1.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 996 (100.0%) | 1,268 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Thomas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 11 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 73 (7.3%) | 41 (3.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 65 (6.5%) | 50 (3.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 149 (15.0%) | 36 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 216 (21.7%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 193 (19.4%) | 249 (19.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 130 (13.1%) | 309 (24.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 159 (16.0%) | 411 (32.4%) |
| Total | 996 (100.0%) | 1,268 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Thomas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 498 (50.0%) | 96,029 (7,573.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 222 (22.3%) | 671 (52.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 108 (10.8%) | 387 (30.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 162 (16.3%) | 61 (4.8%) |
| Total | 996 (100.0%) | 1,268 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Thomas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 125 (12.6%) | 22 (1.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 171 (17.2%) | 53 (4.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 698 (70.1%) | 157 (12.4%) |
| Total | 996 (100.0%) | 1,268 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Thomas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 590 (87.5%) | 84 (12.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,152 (83.4%) | 229 (16.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,000 (95.4%) | 48 (4.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 710 (88.1%) | 96 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 585 (73.0%) | 216 (27.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 705 (87.7%) | 99 (12.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 948 (98.5%) | 14 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 756 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 557 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,003 (89.9%) | 786 (10.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Thomas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 590 (87.5%) | 84 (12.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,152 (83.4%) | 229 (16.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,000 (95.4%) | 48 (4.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Thomas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 600 (95.7%) | 27 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 909 (91.8%) | 81 (8.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,267 (87.9%) | 174 (12.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,337 (91.8%) | 119 (8.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,576 (87.0%) | 385 (13.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 190 (28.2%) | 414 (61.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 223 (16.2%) | 1,017 (73.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 198 (18.9%) | 806 (76.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 45 (5.6%) | 674 (83.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 79 (9.9%) | 508 (63.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24 (3.0%) | 684 (85.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 94 (9.8%) | 905 (94.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 712 (94.2%) | 448 (59.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 557 (100.0%) | 327 (58.7%) |
| Total | 2,122 (27.2%) | 5,783 (74.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Thomas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (16.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 101 (13.6%) | 36 (6.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 111 (11.3%) | 71 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 196 (15.3%) | 192 (14.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (29.8%) | 78 (22.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 123 (55.7%) | 111 (33.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Thomas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 71 (5.6%) | 82 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 31 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (45.7%) | 28 (8.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (16.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.4%) | 13 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 60 (4.7%) | 18 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.7%) | 49 (13.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (6.8%) | 19 (5.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 101 (13.6%) | 16 (2.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 59 (6.0%) | 58 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 58 (4.5%) | 16 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (13.6%) | 34 (10.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 122 (9.5%) | 170 (13.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 90 (22.4%) | 42 (11.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (15.4%) | 83 (24.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 28 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (5.1%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (13.9%) | 11 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (13.1%) | 38 (11.3%) |
Technology Access in Thomas County
Computing Device Access in Thomas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,478 | 79.2% |
| Smartphone | 2,663 | 85.1% |
| Tablet | 1,897 | 60.6% |
| No Computing Device | 192 | 6.1% |
| Total | 3,129 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Thomas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 11 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 2,450 | 78.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 176 | 5.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 163 | 5.2% |
| No Internet | 377 | 12.0% |
| Total | 3,129 | 100.0% |
Thomas County Summary
Thomas County, Kansas is located in the northwest corner of the state and is bordered by Nebraska to the north, Sherman County to the east, Logan County to the south, and Greeley County, Nebraska to the west. The county seat is Colby, and the largest city is Colby. The county was named after General George H. Thomas, a Union Army officer during the Civil War.
Geography
Thomas County is located in the High Plains region of the Great Plains. The county has a total area of 890 square miles, of which 889 square miles is land and 1.2 square miles is water. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the east. The county is drained by the North Fork of the Solomon River, which flows through the county from north to south.
The climate of Thomas County is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual precipitation is about 20 inches, with most of it falling in the spring and summer months.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 6,422 people, 2,541 households, and 1,717 families living in Thomas County. The population density was 7.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 94.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Thomas County was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,938. The per capita income for the county was $20,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Thomas County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to a large number of farms, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, corn, sorghum, soybeans, and alfalfa. Cattle and sheep are also raised in the county.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics plant, a metal fabrication plant, and a food processing plant. The county also has a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
The county is served by the Colby Municipal Airport, which offers daily flights to Denver, Colorado. The county is also served by several highways, including Interstate 70, U.S. Route 24, and U.S. Route 83.
Conclusion
Thomas County, Kansas is a rural county located in the northwest corner of the state. The county is largely agricultural, with a variety of crops and livestock being raised. The county also has a number of manufacturing companies and other businesses. The county is served by the Colby Municipal Airport and several highways, making it easily accessible. The population of the county is diverse, with a mix of races and ethnicities. The median income for a household in Thomas County is slightly above the state average, and the poverty rate is slightly below the state average.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Thomas County?
Total Population of Thomas County is 7,907.
What is the Total Male Population of Thomas County?
Total Male Population of Thomas County is 3,957.
What is the Total Female Population of Thomas County?
Total Female Population of Thomas County is 3,950.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Thomas County?
There are 100.18 Males per 100 Females in Thomas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Thomas County?
There are 99.82 Females per 100 Males in Thomas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Thomas County?
Median Population Age in Thomas County is 35.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Thomas County
Average Family Size in Thomas County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Thomas County
Average Household Size in Thomas County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Thomas County?
Per Capita income in Thomas County is $37,610.
What is the Median Family Income in Thomas County?
Median Family Income in Thomas County is $91,759.
What is the Median Household income in Thomas County?
Median Household Income in Thomas County is $72,417.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Thomas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Thomas County is 36.0%.
Women in Thomas County earn 64.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Thomas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Thomas County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Thomas County?
There are 4,178 People in the Labor Forcein in Thomas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Thomas County?
67.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Thomas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Thomas County?
Unemployment Rate in Thomas County is 0.6%.