Davidson County, NC
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Davidson County Overview
169,498
TOTAL POPULATION
83,345
MALE POPULATION
86,153
FEMALE POPULATION
96.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.37
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,024
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,120
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,473
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,836
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
80,711
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Davidson County Area Codes
Race in Davidson County
The most populous races in Davidson County are White / Caucasian (137,816 | 81.3%), Black / African American (16,348 | 9.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (13,291 | 7.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 2,652 | 1.6% |
| Black / African American | 16,348 | 9.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 30 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13,291 | 7.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 329 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 137,816 | 81.3% |
| Two or more Races | 9,626 | 5.7% |
| Some other Race | 2,697 | 1.6% |
| Total | 169,498 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Davidson County
The most populous ancestries reported in Davidson County are German (21,697 | 12.8%), English (17,069 | 10.1%), American (15,717 | 9.3%), Irish (14,260 | 8.4%), and Mexican (8,546 | 5.0%), together accounting for 45.6% of all Davidson County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 743 | 0.4% |
| Albanian | 57 | 0.0% |
| American | 15,717 | 9.3% |
| Apache | 48 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 53 | 0.0% |
| Argentinean | 56 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 70 | 0.0% |
| Bangladeshi | 11 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 20 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 347 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 15 | 0.0% |
| Bolivian | 30 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 306 | 0.2% |
| British | 452 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 142 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 813 | 0.5% |
| Central American | 1,402 | 0.8% |
| Cherokee | 630 | 0.4% |
| Chilean | 20 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 17 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 20 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 771 | 0.4% |
| Croatian | 44 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 169 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 23 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 31 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 93 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 101 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 1,511 | 0.9% |
| Eastern European | 192 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 7 | 0.0% |
| English | 17,069 | 10.1% |
| Estonian | 5 | 0.0% |
| European | 2,292 | 1.3% |
| Filipino | 22 | 0.0% |
| Finnish | 140 | 0.1% |
| French | 1,564 | 0.9% |
| French Canadian | 445 | 0.3% |
| German | 21,697 | 12.8% |
| German Russian | 20 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 304 | 0.2% |
| Guatemalan | 192 | 0.1% |
| Guyanese | 31 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 225 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 194 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 230 | 0.1% |
| Iranian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 14,260 | 8.4% |
| Iroquois | 22 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 3,032 | 1.8% |
| Jamaican | 157 | 0.1% |
| Japanese | 788 | 0.5% |
| Korean | 396 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 33 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 28 | 0.0% |
| Lumbee | 194 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 220 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 8,546 | 5.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 43 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 44 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 27 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 63 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 202 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 324 | 0.2% |
| Osage | 4 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 56 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 73 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 165 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 36 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 1,561 | 0.9% |
| Portuguese | 301 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 1,200 | 0.7% |
| Romanian | 41 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 107 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 885 | 0.5% |
| Scandinavian | 243 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 2,524 | 1.5% |
| Scottish | 3,772 | 2.2% |
| Sioux | 5 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 27 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 36 | 0.0% |
| Slovene | 4 | 0.0% |
| South American | 1,260 | 0.7% |
| Spaniard | 237 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 95 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 429 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 850 | 0.5% |
| Sudanese | 44 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 420 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 159 | 0.1% |
| Syrian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 714 | 0.4% |
| Ukrainian | 158 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 336 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 408 | 0.2% |
| West Indian | 158 | 0.1% |
| Yugoslavian | 116 | 0.1% | View All 100 Rows |
Immigrants in Davidson County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Davidson County came from Latin America (6,297 | 3.7%), Central America (4,748 | 2.8%), Mexico (3,635 | 2.1%), Asia (1,820 | 1.1%), and South Eastern Asia (1,334 | 0.8%), together accounting for 10.5% of all Davidson County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 35 | 0.0% |
| Albania | 43 | 0.0% |
| Armenia | 13 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 1,820 | 1.1% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 141 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 10 | 0.0% |
| Cambodia | 437 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 273 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 273 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 4,748 | 2.8% |
| China | 123 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 480 | 0.3% |
| Cuba | 12 | 0.0% |
| Denmark | 4 | 0.0% |
| Dominican Republic | 132 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 308 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 350 | 0.2% |
| Egypt | 7 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 691 | 0.4% |
| England | 17 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 771 | 0.4% |
| France | 26 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 218 | 0.1% |
| Greece | 8 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 34 | 0.0% |
| Guyana | 355 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 335 | 0.2% |
| India | 86 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 15 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 35 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 78 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 185 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 27 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 6,297 | 3.7% |
| Lebanon | 4 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 3,635 | 2.1% |
| Nepal | 23 | 0.0% |
| Netherlands | 12 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 27 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 8 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 27 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 122 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 26 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 28 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 417 | 0.3% |
| Poland | 63 | 0.0% |
| Romania | 71 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 16 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 5 | 0.0% |
| South America | 1,276 | 0.7% |
| South Central Asia | 161 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 1,334 | 0.8% |
| Southern Europe | 43 | 0.0% |
| St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 32 | 0.0% |
| Sudan | 20 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 22 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 138 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 19 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 16 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 336 | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | 315 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 17 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 256 | 0.2% | View All 64 Rows |
Sex and Age in Davidson County
Sex and Age in Davidson County
The most populous age groups in Davidson County are 55 to 59 Years (6,927 | 8.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (6,423 | 7.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 4,549 (5.5%) | 4,513 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 4,992 (6.0%) | 4,969 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 5,707 (6.9%) | 5,079 (5.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 5,303 (6.4%) | 5,013 (5.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 4,942 (5.9%) | 5,050 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 5,091 (6.1%) | 5,089 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 4,649 (5.6%) | 4,947 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 4,574 (5.5%) | 4,929 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 5,428 (6.5%) | 5,051 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 5,472 (6.6%) | 5,633 (6.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 6,316 (7.6%) | 6,356 (7.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 6,927 (8.3%) | 5,859 (6.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 5,352 (6.4%) | 6,423 (7.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 4,796 (5.8%) | 5,032 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 4,053 (4.9%) | 4,534 (5.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 2,658 (3.2%) | 3,236 (3.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 1,471 (1.8%) | 2,232 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 1,065 (1.3%) | 2,208 (2.6%) |
| Total | 83,345 (100.0%) | 86,153 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Davidson County
Median Family Size in Davidson County
The median family size in Davidson County is 2.97 persons per family, with married-couple families (35,324 | 75.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3,623 | 7.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 35,324 (75.1%) | 3.00 |
| Single Male/Father | 3,623 (7.7%) | 2.81 |
| Single Female/Mother | 8,060 (17.2%) | 2.94 |
| Total Families | 47,007 (100.0%) | 2.97 |
Median Household Size in Davidson County
The median household size in Davidson County is 2.48 persons per household, with single female/mother households (8,060 | 11.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.15 persons per household. non-family households (20,677 | 30.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 35,324 (52.2%) | 3.01 |
| Single Male/Father | 3,623 (5.3%) | 3.06 |
| Single Female/Mother | 8,060 (11.9%) | 3.15 |
| Non-family | 20,677 (30.5%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 67,684 (100.0%) | 2.48 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Davidson County
Out of a total of 67,684 households in Davidson County, 47,007 (69.5%) are family households, while 20,677 (30.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 23,209, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 17,354.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 17,354 (25.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 23,209 (34.3%) | 2,704 (4.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 10,830 (16.0%) | 530 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 7,974 (11.8%) | 72 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 3,305 (4.9%) | 12 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 1,296 (1.9%) | 5 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 393 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 47,007 (69.5%) | 20,677 (30.5%) |
Female Fertility in Davidson County
Fertility by Age in Davidson County
Average fertility rate in Davidson 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 121.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 38 (1.7%) | 8.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 1,818 (78.9%) | 121.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 449 (19.5%) | 27.0 |
| Total | 2,305 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Davidson County
53.7% of women with births (2,305) in Davidson 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 2.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 802 (44.1%) | 1,016 (55.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 436 (97.1%) | 13 (2.9%) |
| Total | 1,238 (53.7%) | 1,067 (46.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Davidson County
Average fertility rate in Davidson County is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 85.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 42.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 38.6% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 282 (12.2%) | 42.0 |
| High School Diploma | 541 (23.5%) | 59.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 889 (38.6%) | 69.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 403 (17.5%) | 68.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 190 (8.2%) | 85.0 |
| Total | 2,305 (100.0%) | 62.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Davidson County
46.3% of women with births in Davidson County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 94.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 78.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 61 (21.6%) | 221 (78.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 222 (41.0%) | 319 (59.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 464 (52.2%) | 425 (47.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 382 (94.8%) | 21 (5.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 108 (56.8%) | 82 (43.2%) |
| Total | 1,238 (53.7%) | 1,067 (46.3%) |
Income in Davidson County
Income Overview in Davidson County
Per Capita Income in Davidson County is $31,024, while median incomes of families and households are $73,120 and $58,473 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 169,498 | $31,024 |
| Median Family Income | 47,007 | $73,120 |
| Mean Family Income | 47,007 | $88,476 |
| Median Household Income | 67,684 | $58,473 |
| Mean Household Income | 67,684 | $76,539 |
| Income Deficit | 47,007 | $9,836 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 169,498 | 20.97% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 169,498 | 79.03¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 169,498 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Davidson County
Average Earnings in Davidson County are $37,561, $42,000 for men and $33,191 for women, a difference of 21.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 45,539 (54.3%) | $42,000 |
| Female | 38,396 (45.7%) | $33,191 |
| Total | 83,935 (100.0%) | $37,561 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Davidson County
The most common earnings brackets in Davidson County are $100,000+ for men (4,944 | 10.9%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (3,622 | 9.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 1,921 (4.2%) | 2,094 (5.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 1,318 (2.9%) | 1,259 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 931 (2.0%) | 1,434 (3.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 1,290 (2.8%) | 1,023 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 1,080 (2.4%) | 1,092 (2.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 1,076 (2.4%) | 1,551 (4.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 1,369 (3.0%) | 1,691 (4.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 1,003 (2.2%) | 1,465 (3.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 1,024 (2.2%) | 1,176 (3.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 1,613 (3.5%) | 1,922 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 2,802 (6.1%) | 2,413 (6.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 2,920 (6.4%) | 3,622 (9.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 2,809 (6.2%) | 2,485 (6.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 2,954 (6.5%) | 2,534 (6.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 2,806 (6.2%) | 2,545 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 2,122 (4.7%) | 1,656 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 4,265 (9.4%) | 2,825 (7.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 3,158 (6.9%) | 1,360 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,134 (9.1%) | 2,392 (6.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 4,944 (10.9%) | 1,857 (4.8%) |
| Total | 45,539 (100.0%) | 38,396 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Davidson County
Average earnings in Davidson County are $46,285 for men and $35,794 for women, a difference of 22.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $103,062, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,616. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,607, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,826.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $30,616 | $20,826 |
| High School Diploma | $41,715 | $31,197 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,335 | $33,880 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,376 | $51,125 |
| Graduate Degree | $103,062 | $64,607 |
| Total | $46,285 | $35,794 |
Family Income in Davidson County
Family Income Brackets in Davidson County
According to the Davidson County family income data, there are 8,978 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 987 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,786 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 987 | 2.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2,867 | 6.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4,278 | 9.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5,735 | 12.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8,320 | 17.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,756 | 16.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8,978 | 19.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3,526 | 7.5% |
| $200,000+ | 2,726 | 5.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Davidson County
4-person families (7,612 | 16.2%) account for the highest median family income in Davidson County with $88,389 per family, while 2-person families (24,429 | 52.0%) have the highest median income of $31,455 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 24,429 (52.0%) | $62,910 |
| 3-Person Families | 10,508 (22.4%) | $83,763 |
| 4-Person Families | 7,612 (16.2%) | $88,389 |
| 5-Person Families | 2,899 (6.2%) | $77,526 |
| 6-Person Families | 1,213 (2.6%) | $63,542 |
| 7+ Person Families | 346 (0.7%) | $75,577 |
| Total | 47,007 (100.0%) | $73,120 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Davidson County
The median family income in Davidson County is $73,120, with families comprising 3+ earners (4,500) having the highest median family income of $115,524, while families with no earners (8,977) have the lowest median family income of $40,067, accounting for 9.6% and 19.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 8,977 (19.1%) | $40,067 |
| 1 Earner | 16,053 (34.2%) | $50,877 |
| 2 Earners | 17,477 (37.2%) | $102,603 |
| 3+ Earners | 4,500 (9.6%) | $115,524 |
| Total | 47,007 (100.0%) | $73,120 |
Household Income in Davidson County
Household Income Brackets in Davidson County
With 11,777 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Davidson County, accounting for 17.4% of all households. In contrast, only 2,910 households (4.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 3,181 | 4.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2,910 | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6,430 | 9.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7,445 | 11.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 9,137 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11,777 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9,746 | 14.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10,017 | 14.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3,926 | 5.8% |
| $200,000+ | 3,113 | 4.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Davidson County
The median household income in Davidson County is $58,473, with the highest median household income of $70,067 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 27,053 households (40.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,092, with 2,025 households (3.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 2,025 (3.0%) | $37,092 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 18,495 (27.3%) | $68,414 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 27,053 (40.0%) | $70,067 |
| 65+ Years | 20,111 (29.7%) | $41,702 |
| Total | 67,684 (100.0%) | $58,473 |
Poverty in Davidson County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Davidson County
With 12.1% poverty level for males and 15.7% for females among the residents of Davidson County, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 313 males (28.1%) and 271 females (28.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 633 (14.2%) | 1,268 (28.7%) |
| 5 Years | 321 (24.2%) | 271 (28.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,497 (26.4%) | 1,474 (25.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 778 (21.6%) | 529 (16.2%) |
| 15 Years | 313 (28.1%) | 95 (8.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 307 (13.5%) | 420 (17.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 899 (13.3%) | 1,429 (21.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,035 (10.8%) | 1,966 (19.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,121 (11.4%) | 1,533 (15.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 760 (6.5%) | 994 (8.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,340 (11.0%) | 1,526 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 605 (6.9%) | 850 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 337 (6.7%) | 1,042 (14.2%) |
| Total | 9,946 (12.1%) | 13,397 (15.7%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Davidson County
According to the poverty statistics in Davidson County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.5% of males and 91.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 3,831 (85.8%) | 3,146 (71.3%) |
| 5 Years | 1,005 (75.8%) | 669 (71.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 4,174 (73.6%) | 4,254 (74.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2,819 (78.4%) | 2,728 (83.8%) |
| 15 Years | 803 (72.0%) | 976 (91.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 1,976 (86.6%) | 2,018 (82.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 5,842 (86.7%) | 5,088 (78.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 8,549 (89.2%) | 8,061 (80.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8,675 (88.6%) | 8,423 (84.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 10,875 (93.5%) | 10,964 (91.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 10,884 (89.0%) | 10,702 (87.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8,147 (93.1%) | 8,618 (91.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,675 (93.3%) | 6,310 (85.8%) |
| Total | 72,255 (87.9%) | 71,957 (84.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Davidson County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Davidson County show that 5.2% or 1,854 of the total 35,324 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 49.2%, comprising of 61 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.8%, which includes 844 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 21,112 (96.2%) | 844 (3.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 10,822 (95.4%) | 522 (4.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1,473 (77.5%) | 427 (22.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 63 (50.8%) | 61 (49.2%) |
| Total | 33,470 (94.8%) | 1,854 (5.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Davidson County
According to the poverty data in Davidson County, 15.1% or 547 single-father households and 32.9% or 2,654 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 481 households (26.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 460 households (63.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 54 (3.3%) | 396 (14.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 481 (26.6%) | 1,798 (39.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 12 (6.5%) | 460 (63.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 547 (15.1%) | 2,654 (32.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Davidson County
The poverty data for Davidson County shows that 1,854 of the married-couple family households (5.2%) and 3,201 of the single-parent households (27.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (49.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 472 household (52.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 844 (3.8%) | 450 (10.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 522 (4.6%) | 2,279 (35.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 427 (22.5%) | 472 (52.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 61 (49.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,854 (5.2%) | 3,201 (27.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Davidson County
Employment by Class of Employer in Davidson County
Among the 75,568 employed individuals in Davidson County, private company employees (53,833 | 71.2%), not-for-profit organizations (5,695 | 7.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (5,277 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 53,833 | 71.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 2,554 | 3.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 5,277 | 7.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 5,695 | 7.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 4,400 | 5.8% |
| State Government Employees | 2,828 | 3.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 831 | 1.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 150 | 0.2% |
| Total | 75,568 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Davidson County
According to the labor force statistics for Davidson County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (137,498), 58.7% or 80,711 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 3,471 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 81.6% or 16,305 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.6% or 362 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 2,478 (30.5%) | 362 (14.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 7,464 (74.7%) | 440 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 8,113 (79.7%) | 373 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 7,648 (79.7%) | 337 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 16,305 (81.6%) | 897 (5.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 18,522 (77.9%) | 426 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 9,180 (71.8%) | 367 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 6,582 (55.9%) | 158 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,646 (19.8%) | 117 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 798 (6.2%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| Total | 80,711 (58.7%) | 3,471 (4.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Davidson County
According to labor force statistics for Davidson County, 75.3% of individuals (66,336) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (88,096) are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 2,587 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 87.5% or 16,824 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.0% or 463 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 5,791 (55.6%) | 833 (8.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 19,808 (71.3%) | 1,445 (5.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 23,925 (78.0%) | 951 (3.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 16,824 (87.5%) | 365 (1.9%) |
| Total | 66,336 (75.3%) | 3,436 (3.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Davidson County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Davidson County are Community & Social Service (6,998 | 9.1%), Management (6,907 | 9.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (4,487 | 5.8%), Education Instruction & Library (4,131 | 5.4%), and Business & Financial (3,444 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Davidson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (88.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (77.6%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (75.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.8%), Health Technologists (80.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (79.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 4,208 (60.9%) | 2,699 (39.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 1,535 (44.6%) | 1,909 (55.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,960 (77.6%) | 565 (22.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 617 (64.1%) | 346 (35.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 1,096 (88.7%) | 140 (11.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 247 (75.8%) | 79 (24.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 2,137 (30.5%) | 4,861 (69.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 612 (44.2%) | 772 (55.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 173 (36.8%) | 297 (63.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 865 (20.9%) | 3,266 (79.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 487 (48.1%) | 526 (51.9%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 860 (19.2%) | 3,627 (80.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 560 (19.8%) | 2,262 (80.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 10,700 (43.9%) | 13,661 (56.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 41,919 (54.4%) | 35,187 (45.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Davidson County are Food Preparation & Serving (3,425 | 4.4%), Healthcare Support (2,485 | 3.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,427 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (1,817 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (1,494 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Davidson County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (88.7%), Security & Protection (84.3%), and Law Enforcement (77.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.7%), Personal Care & Service (79.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (72.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 330 (13.3%) | 2,155 (86.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 1,260 (84.3%) | 234 (15.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 823 (88.7%) | 105 (11.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 437 (77.2%) | 129 (22.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 935 (27.3%) | 2,490 (72.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 1,680 (69.2%) | 747 (30.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 365 (20.1%) | 1,452 (79.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,570 (39.2%) | 7,078 (60.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 41,919 (54.4%) | 35,187 (45.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Davidson County are Office & Administration (8,592 | 11.1%), and Sales & Related (8,544 | 11.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 4,363 (51.1%) | 4,181 (48.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 1,844 (21.5%) | 6,748 (78.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 6,207 (36.2%) | 10,929 (63.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 41,919 (54.4%) | 35,187 (45.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Davidson County are Construction & Extraction (4,676 | 6.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (4,042 | 5.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (378 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 346 (91.5%) | 32 (8.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 4,376 (93.6%) | 300 (6.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 3,858 (95.5%) | 184 (4.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 8,580 (94.3%) | 516 (5.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 41,919 (54.4%) | 35,187 (45.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Davidson County are Production (7,689 | 10.0%), Transportation (3,796 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (3,380 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 5,565 (72.4%) | 2,124 (27.6%) |
| Transportation | 3,478 (91.6%) | 318 (8.4%) |
| Material Moving | 2,819 (83.4%) | 561 (16.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 11,862 (79.8%) | 3,003 (20.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 41,919 (54.4%) | 35,187 (45.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Davidson County
Employment Industries in Davidson County
The major employment industries in Davidson County include Manufacturing (13,470 | 17.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (10,111 | 13.1%), Retail Trade (9,730 | 12.6%), Construction (6,248 | 8.1%), and Educational Services (5,874 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Davidson County
The Davidson County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (93.7%), Construction (90.5%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (85.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (79.6%), Educational Services (73.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (64.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 409 (85.6%) | 69 (14.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 35 (79.5%) | 9 (20.4%) |
| Construction | 5,656 (90.5%) | 592 (9.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 9,251 (68.7%) | 4,219 (31.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 1,596 (70.0%) | 683 (30.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 5,171 (53.1%) | 4,559 (46.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3,577 (82.5%) | 761 (17.5%) |
| Utilities | 673 (93.7%) | 45 (6.3%) |
| Information | 751 (79.4%) | 195 (20.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,491 (46.3%) | 1,730 (53.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 470 (40.6%) | 688 (59.4%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 1,139 (38.8%) | 1,798 (61.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 119 (69.6%) | 52 (30.4%) |
| Administrative & Support | 2,393 (70.6%) | 995 (29.4%) |
| Educational Services | 1,545 (26.3%) | 4,329 (73.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 2,058 (20.3%) | 8,053 (79.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 642 (57.9%) | 467 (42.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,413 (35.1%) | 2,608 (64.9%) |
| Public Administration | 1,432 (57.5%) | 1,057 (42.5%) |
| Total | 41,919 (54.4%) | 35,187 (45.6%) |
Education in Davidson County
School Enrollment in Davidson County
The most common levels of schooling among the 35,867 students in Davidson County are middle school (8,897 | 24.8%), high school (8,882 | 24.8%), and elementary school (7,621 | 21.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 1,784 | 5.0% |
| Kindergarten | 2,017 | 5.6% |
| Elementary School | 7,621 | 21.2% |
| Middle School | 8,897 | 24.8% |
| High School | 8,882 | 24.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 5,523 | 15.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 1,143 | 3.2% |
| Total | 35,867 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Davidson County
Out of a total of 35,867 students who are enrolled in schools in Davidson County, 6,671 (18.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 29,196 (81.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 658 (54.8% 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 1,519 (88.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 543 (45.2%) | 658 (54.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 7,808 (83.8%) | 1,511 (16.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 9,166 (86.3%) | 1,460 (13.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 5,528 (81.2%) | 1,283 (18.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 2,001 (87.4%) | 289 (12.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 1,455 (70.7%) | 602 (29.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 1,519 (88.4%) | 199 (11.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 1,162 (63.0%) | 683 (37.0%) |
| Total | 29,196 (81.4%) | 6,671 (18.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Davidson County
Business (4,961 | 18.8%), education (4,350 | 16.5%), science & technology (3,330 | 12.6%), arts & humanities (2,009 | 7.6%), and liberal arts & history (1,625 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 26,392 individuals in Davidson County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 1,068 | 4.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,413 | 5.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 711 | 2.7% |
| Psychology | 1,357 | 5.1% |
| Social Sciences | 1,482 | 5.6% |
| Engineering | 1,218 | 4.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 186 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 3,330 | 12.6% |
| Business | 4,961 | 18.8% |
| Education | 4,350 | 16.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 884 | 3.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 1,625 | 6.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 1,072 | 4.1% |
| Communications | 726 | 2.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 2,009 | 7.6% |
| Total | 26,392 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Davidson County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Davidson County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Davidson County are males with 2 vehicles (15,291, accounting for 37.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (11,513, making up 44.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 728 (1.8%) | 437 (1.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 5,030 (12.2%) | 5,864 (17.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 15,291 (37.2%) | 11,513 (33.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 11,141 (27.1%) | 9,710 (28.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 5,270 (12.8%) | 4,094 (11.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 3,662 (8.9%) | 2,726 (7.9%) |
| Total | 41,122 (100.0%) | 34,344 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Davidson County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Davidson County are 15 to 19 minutes (12,357 commuters, 17.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (12,328 commuters, 17.7%), and 30 to 34 minutes (8,911 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,821 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 7,363 | 10.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 8,809 | 12.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 12,357 | 17.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 12,328 | 17.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 5,288 | 7.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 8,911 | 12.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 2,667 | 3.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 2,205 | 3.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 4,224 | 6.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 2,316 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,436 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Davidson County
The most common commute times in Davidson County are 20 to 24 minutes (6,743 commuters, 17.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (5,658 commuters, 18.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 936 (2.4%) | 885 (2.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,952 (10.2%) | 3,411 (11.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 4,305 (11.2%) | 4,504 (14.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 6,699 (17.4%) | 5,658 (18.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 6,743 (17.5%) | 5,585 (17.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 2,547 (6.6%) | 2,741 (8.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 5,344 (13.9%) | 3,567 (11.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 1,685 (4.4%) | 982 (3.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 1,243 (3.2%) | 962 (3.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,538 (6.6%) | 1,686 (5.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,472 (3.8%) | 844 (2.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 1,103 (2.9%) | 333 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Davidson County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Davidson County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (6,480, 16.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (6,051, 19.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 2,817 (7.3%) | 828 (2.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 2,367 (6.1%) | 814 (2.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 2,619 (6.8%) | 1,288 (4.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 4,811 (12.5%) | 2,470 (7.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 4,685 (12.1%) | 3,402 (10.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 6,480 (16.8%) | 6,051 (19.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 3,772 (9.8%) | 4,503 (14.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 2,829 (7.3%) | 2,627 (8.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 1,133 (2.9%) | 1,960 (6.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 1,164 (3.0%) | 1,846 (5.9%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 839 (2.2%) | 1,138 (3.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 676 (1.8%) | 364 (1.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 2,268 (5.9%) | 1,807 (5.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 2,107 (5.5%) | 2,060 (6.6%) |
| Total | 38,567 (100.0%) | 31,158 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Davidson County
Occupancy by Ownership in Davidson County
Of the total 67,684 dwellings in Davidson County, owner-occupied units account for 49,105 (72.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 18,579 (27.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 49,105 | 72.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 18,579 | 27.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 67,684 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Davidson County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 17,354 | 25.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 25,913 | 38.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 11,360 | 16.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 13,057 | 19.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 67,684 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Davidson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 11,573 (66.7%) | 5,781 (33.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 19,866 (76.7%) | 6,047 (23.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 8,127 (71.5%) | 3,233 (28.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 9,539 (73.1%) | 3,518 (26.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 49,105 (72.6%) | 18,579 (27.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Davidson County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 4,926 (60.9%) | 3,168 (39.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 14,255 (69.4%) | 6,297 (30.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 17,777 (72.9%) | 6,616 (27.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 12,147 (82.9%) | 2,498 (17.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Davidson County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 10,505 | 15.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 10,015 | 14.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 12,464 | 18.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 14,589 | 21.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11,129 | 16.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 6,772 | 10.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 2,210 | 3.3% |
| Total | 67,684 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Davidson County
Median Income by Occupancy in Davidson County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 49,105 (72.6%) | $72,014 |
| Renter-Occupied | 18,579 (27.5%) | $35,342 |
| Average | 67,684 (100.0%) | $58,473 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Davidson County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 873 (1.8%) | 883 (4.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 690 (1.4%) | 704 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,445 (2.9%) | 1,491 (8.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 1,332 (2.7%) | 1,295 (7.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 2,540 (5.2%) | 1,271 (6.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3,915 (8.0%) | 3,548 (19.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5,753 (11.7%) | 3,356 (18.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8,675 (17.7%) | 3,123 (16.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 7,736 (15.8%) | 2,031 (10.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 9,420 (19.2%) | 614 (3.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 6,726 (13.7%) | 263 (1.4%) |
| Total | 49,105 (100.0%) | 18,579 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Davidson County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 5,331 (10.9%) | 523 (2.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 10,975 (22.4%) | 1,027 (5.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 7,783 (15.9%) | 6,538 (35.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 4,660 (9.5%) | 4,547 (24.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 10,638 (21.7%) | 3,543 (19.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 5,792 (11.8%) | 678 (3.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 2,198 (4.5%) | 178 (1.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 892 (1.8%) | 28 (0.2%) |
| $3,000 or more | 836 (1.7%) | 15 (0.1%) |
| Total | 49,105 (100.0%) | 18,579 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Davidson County
Housing Structures in Davidson County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 50,809 | 75.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,684 | 2.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,762 | 2.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,553 | 2.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,023 | 1.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,959 | 2.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 8,894 | 13.1% |
| Total | 67,684 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Davidson County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 41,943 (82.6%) | 8,866 (17.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,342 (79.7%) | 342 (20.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 13 (0.7%) | 1,749 (99.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 147 (9.5%) | 1,406 (90.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 86 (8.4%) | 937 (91.6%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 89 (4.5%) | 1,870 (95.5%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 5,485 (61.7%) | 3,409 (38.3%) |
| Total | 49,105 (72.6%) | 18,579 (27.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Davidson County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 138 (0.3%) | 278 (1.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 896 (1.8%) | 2,796 (15.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 16,869 (34.4%) | 10,603 (57.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 19,788 (40.3%) | 3,954 (21.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 11,414 (23.2%) | 948 (5.1%) |
| Total | 49,105 (100.0%) | 18,579 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Davidson County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 9,168 (18.7%) | 2,173 (11.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,792 (5.7%) | 375 (2.0%) |
| Electricity | 32,490 (66.2%) | 14,747 (79.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 2,802 (5.7%) | 834 (4.5%) |
| Coal or Coke | 43 (0.1%) | 10 (0.1%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,298 (2.6%) | 247 (1.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 512 (1.0%) | 193 (1.0%) |
| Total | 49,105 (100.0%) | 18,579 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Davidson County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 920 (1.9%) | 1,912 (10.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 9,014 (18.4%) | 8,287 (44.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 18,857 (38.4%) | 5,643 (30.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 20,314 (41.4%) | 2,737 (14.7%) |
| Total | 49,105 (100.0%) | 18,579 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Davidson County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Davidson County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 21,521 | 27,584 |
| Median Property Value | $161,100 | $202,600 |
| Median Household Income | $51,382 | $5,009 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $399 | $804 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,073 | $419 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Davidson County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 2,520 (11.7%) | 878 (3.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 3,303 (15.3%) | 2,540 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 11,935 (55.5%) | 17,967 (65.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 2,552 (11.9%) | 4,592 (16.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 1,048 (4.9%) | 1,284 (4.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 58 (0.3%) | 207 (0.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 105 (0.5%) | 116 (0.4%) |
| Total | 21,521 (100.0%) | 27,584 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Davidson County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 973 (4.5%) | 688 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 3,954 (18.4%) | 590 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,622 (12.2%) | 1,363 (4.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,028 (14.1%) | 1,293 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,048 (18.8%) | 2,725 (9.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,499 (11.6%) | 4,627 (16.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,680 (12.4%) | 5,237 (19.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,717 (8.0%) | 6,740 (24.4%) |
| Total | 21,521 (100.0%) | 27,584 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Davidson County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 6,937 (32.2%) | 88,795 (321.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 3,970 (18.4%) | 11,292 (40.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 2,502 (11.6%) | 6,914 (25.1%) |
| 4.0x or more | 7,775 (36.1%) | 3,509 (12.7%) |
| Total | 21,521 (100.0%) | 27,584 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Davidson County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 7,211 (33.5%) | 78 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 7,831 (36.4%) | 5,483 (19.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 5,872 (27.3%) | 11,200 (40.6%) |
| Total | 21,521 (100.0%) | 27,584 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Davidson County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Davidson County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 10,821 (95.4%) | 524 (4.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 25,960 (95.8%) | 1,132 (4.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 10,870 (79.3%) | 2,840 (20.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 13,574 (78.2%) | 3,782 (21.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 16,118 (81.8%) | 3,587 (18.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 19,948 (84.6%) | 3,645 (15.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 21,679 (88.7%) | 2,773 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18,159 (99.7%) | 61 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 12,332 (99.7%) | 32 (0.3%) |
| Total | 149,461 (89.0%) | 18,376 (11.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Davidson County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 10,821 (95.4%) | 524 (4.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 25,960 (95.8%) | 1,132 (4.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 10,870 (79.3%) | 2,840 (20.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Davidson County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 18,276 (81.7%) | 4,085 (18.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 30,749 (86.0%) | 5,020 (14.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 25,840 (88.2%) | 3,441 (11.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 25,218 (89.3%) | 3,018 (10.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 49,208 (94.8%) | 2,697 (5.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Davidson County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 6,091 (53.7%) | 5,331 (47.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 11,698 (43.2%) | 14,748 (54.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,191 (16.0%) | 9,176 (66.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,988 (17.2%) | 11,009 (63.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,498 (12.7%) | 14,462 (73.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,857 (12.1%) | 17,779 (75.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,052 (20.7%) | 17,824 (72.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17,552 (96.3%) | 7,994 (43.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12,322 (99.7%) | 5,714 (46.2%) |
| Total | 63,249 (37.7%) | 104,037 (62.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Davidson County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1,018 (7.2%) | 449 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1,330 (8.2%) | 1,362 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 4,722 (14.0%) | 5,473 (16.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,651 (30.3%) | 2,621 (27.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,571 (51.3%) | 3,556 (48.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Davidson County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 106 (0.7%) | 80 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 187 (1.1%) | 132 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,025 (3.0%) | 805 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,217 (13.9%) | 462 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,344 (26.8%) | 1,332 (18.1%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (0.3%) | 112 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 312 (1.9%) | 320 (1.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 906 (2.7%) | 1,155 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 341 (3.9%) | 698 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 412 (8.2%) | 843 (11.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 787 (5.6%) | 397 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 996 (6.1%) | 785 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,385 (4.1%) | 1,603 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 630 (7.2%) | 771 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 670 (13.4%) | 1,169 (15.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 167 (1.2%) | 75 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 260 (1.6%) | 258 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2,762 (8.2%) | 3,763 (11.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,497 (17.1%) | 1,846 (19.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,509 (30.1%) | 2,410 (32.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 280 (2.0%) | 78 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 215 (1.3%) | 172 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 872 (2.6%) | 1,025 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 395 (4.5%) | 543 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 400 (8.0%) | 680 (9.2%) |
Technology Access in Davidson County
Computing Device Access in Davidson County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 50,311 | 74.3% |
| Smartphone | 58,316 | 86.2% |
| Tablet | 39,086 | 57.8% |
| No Computing Device | 4,984 | 7.4% |
| Total | 67,684 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Davidson County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 110 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 49,592 | 73.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 6,468 | 9.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 3,459 | 5.1% |
| No Internet | 10,058 | 14.9% |
| Total | 67,684 | 100.0% |
Davidson County Summary
Davidson County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 162,878. Its county seat is Lexington. Davidson County is included in the Winston-Salem, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Greensboro-Winston-Salem-High Point, NC Combined Statistical Area.
History
Davidson County was formed in 1822 from Rowan County. It was named for General William Lee Davidson, a Revolutionary War general killed at the Battle of Cowan's Ford on the Catawba River in 1781.
Geography
Davidson County is located in the central Piedmont region of North Carolina. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 567 square miles (1,470 km2), of which 563 square miles (1,460 km2) is land and 4.2 square miles (11 km2) (0.7%) is water.
The county is divided into two distinct regions by the Uwharrie Mountains, a low mountain range that runs through the county from northeast to southwest. The Uwharries are the oldest mountain range in North America and offer spectacular views. The highest point in the county is High Rock Mountain at 1,119 feet (341 m).
Economy
The economy of Davidson County is largely based on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is home to several large employers, including Thomasville Furniture Industries, Davidson County Community College, and the North Carolina Zoo.
Agriculture is a major part of the county's economy, with tobacco, corn, soybeans, and hay being the major crops. Livestock production is also important, with beef cattle, dairy cows, and hogs being the major animals raised.
Manufacturing is also an important part of the county's economy, with furniture, textiles, and automotive parts being the major products.
Tourism is also an important part of the county's economy, with the North Carolina Zoo, High Rock Lake, and the Uwharrie National Forest being the major attractions.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 162,878 people, 63,945 households, and 44,945 families residing in the county. The population density was 288.7 people per square mile (111.6/km2). There were 70,919 housing units at an average density of 125.7 per square mile (48.5/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 81.2% White, 14.3% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. 4.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
In terms of ancestry, 16.2% were American, 11.2% were English, 10.2% were German, and 8.7% were Irish.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,845 and the median income for a family was $50,890. Males had a median income of $37,845 versus $27,945 for females. The per capita income for the county was $20,945. About 10.2% of families and 13.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Davidson County?
Total Population of Davidson County is 169,498.
What is the Total Male Population of Davidson County?
Total Male Population of Davidson County is 83,345.
What is the Total Female Population of Davidson County?
Total Female Population of Davidson County is 86,153.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Davidson County?
There are 96.74 Males per 100 Females in Davidson County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Davidson County?
There are 103.37 Females per 100 Males in Davidson County.
What is the Median Population Age in Davidson County?
Median Population Age in Davidson County is 42.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Davidson County
Average Family Size in Davidson County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Davidson County
Average Household Size in Davidson County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Davidson County?
Per Capita income in Davidson County is $31,024.
What is the Median Family Income in Davidson County?
Median Family Income in Davidson County is $73,120.
What is the Median Household income in Davidson County?
Median Household Income in Davidson County is $58,473.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Davidson County?
Income or Wage Gap in Davidson County is 21.0%.
Women in Davidson County earn 79.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Davidson County?
Family Income Deficit in Davidson County is $9,836.
Families that are below poverty line in Davidson County earn $9,836 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Davidson County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Davidson County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Davidson County?
There are 80,711 People in the Labor Forcein in Davidson County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Davidson County?
58.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Davidson County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Davidson County?
Unemployment Rate in Davidson County is 4.3%.