Darke County, OH
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51,751
TOTAL POPULATION
25,940
MALE POPULATION
25,811
FEMALE POPULATION
100.50
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.50
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,732
PER CAPITA INCOME
$78,204
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$60,237
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,522
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
25,279
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Darke County
The most populous races in Darke County are White / Caucasian (49,763 | 96.2%), Two or more Races (1,188 | 2.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (894 | 1.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 217 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 364 | 0.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 894 | 1.7% |
| Native / Alaskan | 18 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 49,763 | 96.2% |
| Two or more Races | 1,188 | 2.3% |
| Some other Race | 201 | 0.4% |
| Total | 51,751 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Darke County
The most populous ancestries reported in Darke County are German (15,959 | 30.8%), American (5,035 | 9.7%), Irish (4,982 | 9.6%), English (4,598 | 8.9%), and French (1,953 | 3.8%), together accounting for 62.8% of all Darke County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 20 | 0.0% |
| Alsatian | 6 | 0.0% |
| American | 5,035 | 9.7% |
| Apache | 1 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 122 | 0.2% |
| Armenian | 23 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 7 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 13 | 0.0% |
| British | 123 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 14 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 143 | 0.3% |
| Chickasaw | 4 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rican | 7 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 6 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 148 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 14 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 17 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 561 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 29 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 18 | 0.0% |
| English | 4,598 | 8.9% |
| European | 444 | 0.9% |
| Finnish | 13 | 0.0% |
| French | 1,953 | 3.8% |
| French American Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 91 | 0.2% |
| German | 15,959 | 30.8% |
| Greek | 18 | 0.0% |
| Guatemalan | 7 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 89 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 143 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 4,982 | 9.6% |
| Italian | 816 | 1.6% |
| Japanese | 71 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 130 | 0.3% |
| Lebanese | 90 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 33 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 7 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 506 | 1.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 45 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 22 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 167 | 0.3% |
| Palestinian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 53 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 381 | 0.7% |
| Portuguese | 13 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 39 | 0.1% |
| Romanian | 100 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 77 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 52 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 177 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 685 | 1.3% |
| Sioux | 3 | 0.0% |
| South American | 11 | 0.0% |
| South American Indian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 30 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 17 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 20 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 179 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 197 | 0.4% |
| Turkish | 4 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 8 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 245 | 0.5% |
| West Indian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 18 | 0.0% | View All 70 Rows |
Immigrants in Darke County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Darke County came from Asia (246 | 0.5%), South Eastern Asia (146 | 0.3%), Latin America (107 | 0.2%), Central America (93 | 0.2%), and Mexico (90 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.3% of all Darke County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 18 | 0.0% |
| Armenia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 246 | 0.5% |
| Austria | 2 | 0.0% |
| Cambodia | 71 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 2 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 93 | 0.2% |
| China | 83 | 0.2% |
| Cuba | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 83 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 20 | 0.0% |
| Ecuador | 3 | 0.0% |
| Egypt | 18 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 54 | 0.1% |
| France | 26 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 107 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 90 | 0.2% |
| Northern Africa | 18 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 75 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 17 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 2 | 0.0% |
| South America | 11 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 146 | 0.3% |
| Ukraine | 1 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 8 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 34 | 0.1% | View All 30 Rows |
Sex and Age in Darke County
Sex and Age in Darke County
The most populous age groups in Darke County are 55 to 59 Years (1,864 | 7.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,880 | 7.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,593 (6.1%) | 1,472 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,804 (7.0%) | 1,572 (6.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,764 (6.8%) | 1,786 (6.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,787 (6.9%) | 1,677 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,576 (6.1%) | 1,404 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,475 (5.7%) | 1,332 (5.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,417 (5.5%) | 1,349 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,547 (6.0%) | 1,293 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,486 (5.7%) | 1,525 (5.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,536 (5.9%) | 1,416 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,658 (6.4%) | 1,672 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,864 (7.2%) | 1,880 (7.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,790 (6.9%) | 1,750 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,586 (6.1%) | 1,733 (6.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,170 (4.5%) | 1,241 (4.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 999 (3.8%) | 1,011 (3.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 497 (1.9%) | 651 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 391 (1.5%) | 1,047 (4.1%) |
| Total | 25,940 (100.0%) | 25,811 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Darke County
Median Family Size in Darke County
The median family size in Darke County is 3.01 persons per family, with married-couple families (11,171 | 80.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.06 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (803 | 5.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.67 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 11,171 (80.8%) | 3.06 |
| Single Male/Father | 803 (5.8%) | 2.67 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,850 (13.4%) | 2.84 |
| Total Families | 13,824 (100.0%) | 3.01 |
Median Household Size in Darke County
The median household size in Darke County is 2.43 persons per household, with single male/father households (803 | 3.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (7,202 | 34.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 11,171 (53.1%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 803 (3.8%) | 3.16 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,850 (8.8%) | 3.04 |
| Non-family | 7,202 (34.3%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 21,026 (100.0%) | 2.43 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Darke County
Out of a total of 21,026 households in Darke County, 13,824 (65.7%) are family households, while 7,202 (34.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 6,747, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,122.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 6,122 (29.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 6,747 (32.1%) | 931 (4.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,424 (11.5%) | 63 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 2,313 (11.0%) | 70 (0.3%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,526 (7.3%) | 2 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 533 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 281 (1.3%) | 14 (0.1%) |
| Total | 13,824 (65.7%) | 7,202 (34.3%) |
Female Fertility in Darke County
Fertility by Age in Darke County
Average fertility rate in Darke County is 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 146.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 79.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 1 (0.1%) | 1.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 596 (79.8%) | 146.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 150 (20.1%) | 34.0 |
| Total | 747 (100.0%) | 73.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Darke County
69.5% of women with births (747) in Darke County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 56.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 452 (75.8%) | 144 (24.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 66 (44.0%) | 84 (56.0%) |
| Total | 519 (69.5%) | 228 (30.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Darke County
Average fertility rate in Darke County is 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 144.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 42.2% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 36 (4.8%) | 19.0 |
| High School Diploma | 315 (42.2%) | 107.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 188 (25.2%) | 56.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 129 (17.3%) | 83.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 79 (10.6%) | 144.0 |
| Total | 747 (100.0%) | 73.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Darke County
30.5% of women with births in Darke County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 77.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 8 (22.2%) | 28 (77.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 214 (67.9%) | 101 (32.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 128 (68.1%) | 60 (31.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 90 (69.8%) | 39 (30.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 79 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 519 (69.5%) | 228 (30.5%) |
Income in Darke County
Income Overview in Darke County
Per Capita Income in Darke County is $32,732, while median incomes of families and households are $78,204 and $60,237 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 51,751 | $32,732 |
| Median Family Income | 13,824 | $78,204 |
| Mean Family Income | 13,824 | $95,419 |
| Median Household Income | 21,026 | $60,237 |
| Mean Household Income | 21,026 | $79,351 |
| Income Deficit | 13,824 | $8,522 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 51,751 | 37.14% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 51,751 | 62.86¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 51,751 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Darke County
Average Earnings in Darke County are $37,917, $45,993 for men and $28,911 for women, a difference of 37.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 14,558 (54.2%) | $45,993 |
| Female | 12,318 (45.8%) | $28,911 |
| Total | 26,876 (100.0%) | $37,917 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Darke County
The most common earnings brackets in Darke County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (1,618 | 11.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (1,090 | 8.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 435 (3.0%) | 797 (6.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 380 (2.6%) | 713 (5.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 451 (3.1%) | 530 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 256 (1.8%) | 337 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 256 (1.8%) | 572 (4.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 258 (1.8%) | 432 (3.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 380 (2.6%) | 631 (5.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 295 (2.0%) | 462 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 474 (3.3%) | 429 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 496 (3.4%) | 456 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 619 (4.3%) | 1,090 (8.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 871 (6.0%) | 830 (6.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 947 (6.5%) | 845 (6.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 844 (5.8%) | 694 (5.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 1,004 (6.9%) | 937 (7.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 826 (5.7%) | 441 (3.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,618 (11.1%) | 607 (4.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 1,208 (8.3%) | 527 (4.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,455 (10.0%) | 564 (4.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,485 (10.2%) | 424 (3.4%) |
| Total | 14,558 (100.0%) | 12,318 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Darke County
Average earnings in Darke County are $50,891 for men and $33,390 for women, a difference of 34.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,231, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $40,000. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,179, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,932.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $40,000 | $19,932 |
| High School Diploma | $46,807 | $28,435 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $51,628 | $32,818 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $68,297 | $48,500 |
| Graduate Degree | $84,231 | $63,179 |
| Total | $50,891 | $33,390 |
Family Income in Darke County
Family Income Brackets in Darke County
According to the Darke County family income data, there are 2,779 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 194 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 194 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 290 | 2.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 636 | 4.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,064 | 7.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,769 | 12.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,571 | 18.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,585 | 18.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,779 | 20.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,092 | 7.9% |
| $200,000+ | 857 | 6.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Darke County
6-person families (505 | 3.6%) account for the highest median family income in Darke County with $102,031 per family, while 2-person families (6,942 | 50.2%) have the highest median income of $35,716 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 6,942 (50.2%) | $71,433 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,556 (18.5%) | $81,964 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,230 (16.1%) | $97,581 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,325 (9.6%) | $80,819 |
| 6-Person Families | 505 (3.6%) | $102,031 |
| 7+ Person Families | 266 (1.9%) | $88,781 |
| Total | 13,824 (100.0%) | $78,204 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Darke County
The median family income in Darke County is $78,204, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,760) having the highest median family income of $143,444, while families with no earners (1,873) have the lowest median family income of $44,345, accounting for 12.7% and 13.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,873 (13.6%) | $44,345 |
| 1 Earner | 4,341 (31.4%) | $51,525 |
| 2 Earners | 5,850 (42.3%) | $95,859 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,760 (12.7%) | $143,444 |
| Total | 13,824 (100.0%) | $78,204 |
Household Income in Darke County
Household Income Brackets in Darke County
With 3,827 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Darke County, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 904 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 | 1,009 | 4.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 904 | 4.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,808 | 8.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,955 | 9.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,986 | 14.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,827 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,280 | 15.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 3,091 | 14.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,198 | 5.7% |
| $200,000+ | 967 | 4.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Darke County
The median household income in Darke County is $60,237, with the highest median household income of $76,587 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 7,543 households (35.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $42,001, with 6,779 households (32.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 748 (3.6%) | $46,563 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,956 (28.3%) | $70,854 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 7,543 (35.9%) | $76,587 |
| 65+ Years | 6,779 (32.2%) | $42,001 |
| Total | 21,026 (100.0%) | $60,237 |
Poverty in Darke County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Darke County
With 9.1% poverty level for males and 13.0% for females among the residents of Darke County, 6 to 11 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 306 males (13.7%) and 533 females (19.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 184 (11.6%) | 198 (14.1%) |
| 5 Years | 20 (5.9%) | 73 (15.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 306 (13.7%) | 330 (17.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 122 (12.5%) | 118 (12.7%) |
| 15 Years | 26 (7.8%) | 78 (17.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 82 (10.9%) | 112 (16.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 256 (11.3%) | 206 (10.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 189 (6.6%) | 265 (9.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 232 (7.7%) | 533 (19.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 206 (6.5%) | 391 (12.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 315 (8.7%) | 407 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 224 (8.2%) | 294 (10.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 175 (10.0%) | 299 (11.9%) |
| Total | 2,337 (9.1%) | 3,304 (13.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Darke County
According to the poverty statistics in Darke County, males aged 5 years and females aged 25 to 34 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.1% of males and 90.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,405 (88.4%) | 1,201 (85.9%) |
| 5 Years | 318 (94.1%) | 390 (84.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,933 (86.3%) | 1,554 (82.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 855 (87.5%) | 814 (87.3%) |
| 15 Years | 306 (92.2%) | 377 (82.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 670 (89.1%) | 581 (83.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,011 (88.7%) | 1,727 (89.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,688 (93.4%) | 2,416 (90.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,787 (92.3%) | 2,278 (81.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,976 (93.5%) | 2,677 (87.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,316 (91.3%) | 3,209 (88.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,517 (91.8%) | 2,627 (89.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,580 (90.0%) | 2,204 (88.0%) |
| Total | 23,362 (90.9%) | 22,055 (87.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Darke County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Darke County show that 3.4% or 383 of the total 11,171 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.7%, comprising of 121 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.9%, which includes 53 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 6,712 (97.0%) | 206 (3.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2,663 (98.1%) | 53 (1.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 1,267 (91.3%) | 121 (8.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 146 (98.0%) | 3 (2.0%) |
| Total | 10,788 (96.6%) | 383 (3.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Darke County
According to the poverty data in Darke County, 7.3% or 59 single-father households and 34.9% or 646 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 49 households (10.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (1.5%) | 162 (21.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 49 (10.0%) | 229 (28.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 7 (6.4%) | 220 (84.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| Total | 59 (7.3%) | 646 (34.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Darke County
The poverty data for Darke County shows that 383 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 705 of the single-parent households (26.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 121 households (8.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 household (94.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 206 (3.0%) | 165 (17.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 53 (1.9%) | 278 (21.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 121 (8.7%) | 227 (61.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (2.0%) | 35 (94.6%) |
| Total | 383 (3.4%) | 705 (26.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Darke County
Employment by Class of Employer in Darke County
Among the 24,358 employed individuals in Darke County, private company employees (17,966 | 73.8%), local government employees (1,901 | 7.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,476 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 17,966 | 73.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 794 | 3.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,476 | 6.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,468 | 6.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,901 | 7.8% |
| State Government Employees | 388 | 1.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 303 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 62 | 0.3% |
| Total | 24,358 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Darke County
According to the labor force statistics for Darke County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (40,971), 61.7% or 25,279 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 657 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 90.1% or 2,685 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.7% or 72 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,073 (40.1%) | 72 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,685 (90.1%) | 126 (4.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,411 (85.9%) | 68 (2.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,274 (82.2%) | 61 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,909 (83.9%) | 133 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,189 (82.6%) | 78 (1.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,684 (71.7%) | 51 (1.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,216 (62.6%) | 58 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,645 (28.7%) | 20 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 198 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25,279 (61.7%) | 657 (2.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Darke County
According to labor force statistics for Darke County, 78.8% of individuals (19,692) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (24,990) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 453 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 89.2% or 3,908 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.8% or 45 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,173 (59.4%) | 75 (3.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 8,135 (75.9%) | 193 (1.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 6,468 (81.7%) | 269 (3.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,908 (89.2%) | 44 (1.0%) |
| Total | 19,692 (78.8%) | 575 (2.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Darke County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Darke County are Management (2,527 | 10.3%), Community & Social Service (1,841 | 7.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,256 | 5.1%), Education Instruction & Library (1,186 | 4.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (899 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Darke County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (95.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (70.8%), and Management (67.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.3%), Health Technologists (82.3%), and Legal Services & Support (75.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,696 (67.1%) | 831 (32.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 343 (40.4%) | 507 (59.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 636 (70.8%) | 263 (29.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 210 (49.4%) | 215 (50.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 409 (95.6%) | 19 (4.4%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 17 (37.0%) | 29 (63.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 578 (31.4%) | 1,263 (68.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 164 (35.5%) | 298 (64.5%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 11 (24.4%) | 34 (75.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 326 (27.5%) | 860 (72.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 77 (52.0%) | 71 (48.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 222 (17.7%) | 1,034 (82.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 133 (17.7%) | 618 (82.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,475 (47.1%) | 3,898 (52.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,552 (55.1%) | 11,027 (44.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Darke County are Food Preparation & Serving (1,004 | 4.1%), Healthcare Support (751 | 3.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (747 | 3.0%), Security & Protection (360 | 1.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (268 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Darke County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (92.4%), Security & Protection (89.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (88.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (89.7%), Healthcare Support (86.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 104 (13.9%) | 647 (86.2%) |
| Security & Protection | 323 (89.7%) | 37 (10.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 238 (88.8%) | 30 (11.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 85 (92.4%) | 7 (7.6%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 292 (29.1%) | 712 (70.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 522 (69.9%) | 225 (30.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 27 (10.3%) | 236 (89.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,268 (40.6%) | 1,857 (59.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,552 (55.1%) | 11,027 (44.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Darke County are Office & Administration (2,461 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (2,177 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 931 (42.8%) | 1,246 (57.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 370 (15.0%) | 2,091 (85.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,301 (28.1%) | 3,337 (72.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,552 (55.1%) | 11,027 (44.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Darke County are Construction & Extraction (1,414 | 5.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (983 | 4.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (334 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 251 (75.1%) | 83 (24.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,391 (98.4%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 918 (93.4%) | 65 (6.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,560 (93.7%) | 171 (6.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,552 (55.1%) | 11,027 (44.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Darke County are Production (3,914 | 15.9%), Material Moving (1,621 | 6.6%), and Transportation (1,177 | 4.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 2,783 (71.1%) | 1,131 (28.9%) |
| Transportation | 1,072 (91.1%) | 105 (8.9%) |
| Material Moving | 1,093 (67.4%) | 528 (32.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,948 (73.7%) | 1,764 (26.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 13,552 (55.1%) | 11,027 (44.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Darke County
Employment Industries in Darke County
The major employment industries in Darke County include Manufacturing (6,618 | 26.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,254 | 13.2%), Retail Trade (2,834 | 11.5%), Construction (1,748 | 7.1%), and Educational Services (1,480 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Darke County
The Darke County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Utilities (99.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.7%), Finance & Insurance (76.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (66.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 694 (81.7%) | 156 (18.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,603 (91.7%) | 145 (8.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 4,525 (68.4%) | 2,093 (31.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 564 (75.0%) | 188 (25.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,350 (47.6%) | 1,484 (52.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 850 (65.2%) | 454 (34.8%) |
| Utilities | 163 (99.4%) | 1 (0.6%) |
| Information | 121 (56.8%) | 92 (43.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 137 (23.4%) | 448 (76.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 100 (49.3%) | 103 (50.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 335 (53.0%) | 297 (47.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 503 (68.0%) | 237 (32.0%) |
| Educational Services | 531 (35.9%) | 949 (64.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 466 (14.3%) | 2,788 (85.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 146 (70.2%) | 62 (29.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 385 (33.1%) | 778 (66.9%) |
| Public Administration | 464 (60.0%) | 309 (40.0%) |
| Total | 13,552 (55.1%) | 11,027 (44.9%) |
Education in Darke County
School Enrollment in Darke County
The most common levels of schooling among the 11,403 students in Darke County are high school (2,956 | 25.9%), elementary school (2,700 | 23.7%), and middle school (2,681 | 23.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 818 | 7.2% |
| Kindergarten | 585 | 5.1% |
| Elementary School | 2,700 | 23.7% |
| Middle School | 2,681 | 23.5% |
| High School | 2,956 | 25.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,472 | 12.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 191 | 1.7% |
| Total | 11,403 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Darke County
Out of a total of 11,403 students who are enrolled in schools in Darke County, 1,243 (10.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 10,160 (89.1%) 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 138 (31.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,845 (93.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 303 (68.7%) | 138 (31.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,845 (93.5%) | 198 (6.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 3,077 (90.2%) | 334 (9.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,997 (90.5%) | 209 (9.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 692 (86.7%) | 106 (13.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 562 (79.9%) | 141 (20.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 270 (83.3%) | 54 (16.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 417 (87.4%) | 60 (12.6%) |
| Total | 10,160 (89.1%) | 1,243 (10.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Darke County
Business (1,298 | 21.5%), education (1,270 | 21.0%), science & technology (883 | 14.6%), arts & humanities (389 | 6.4%), and bio, nature & agricultural (379 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 6,044 individuals in Darke County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 215 | 3.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 379 | 6.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 74 | 1.2% |
| Psychology | 243 | 4.0% |
| Social Sciences | 145 | 2.4% |
| Engineering | 366 | 6.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 13 | 0.2% |
| Science & Technology | 883 | 14.6% |
| Business | 1,298 | 21.5% |
| Education | 1,270 | 21.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 92 | 1.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 369 | 6.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 188 | 3.1% |
| Communications | 120 | 2.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 389 | 6.4% |
| Total | 6,044 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Darke County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Darke County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Darke County are males with 2 vehicles (5,387, accounting for 39.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (4,068, making up 49.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 251 (1.9%) | 231 (2.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,421 (10.5%) | 1,719 (15.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 5,387 (39.9%) | 4,068 (37.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 3,355 (24.9%) | 2,838 (26.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,945 (14.4%) | 1,348 (12.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 1,130 (8.4%) | 644 (5.9%) |
| Total | 13,489 (100.0%) | 10,848 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Darke County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Darke County are 10 to 14 minutes (3,486 commuters, 15.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (3,458 commuters, 15.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (3,182 commuters, 13.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,693 | 7.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,458 | 15.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,486 | 15.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,182 | 13.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,672 | 11.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,586 | 6.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,216 | 9.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 878 | 3.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 871 | 3.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,860 | 8.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 927 | 4.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 241 | 1.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Darke County
The most common commute times in Darke County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,897 commuters, 14.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,690 commuters, 16.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 834 (6.6%) | 859 (8.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,897 (14.9%) | 1,561 (15.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,796 (14.1%) | 1,690 (16.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,572 (12.4%) | 1,610 (15.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,372 (10.8%) | 1,300 (12.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 852 (6.7%) | 734 (7.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,435 (11.3%) | 781 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 461 (3.6%) | 417 (4.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 549 (4.3%) | 322 (3.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,132 (8.9%) | 728 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 632 (5.0%) | 295 (2.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 177 (1.4%) | 64 (0.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Darke County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Darke County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,562, 12.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,467, 14.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,117 (8.8%) | 455 (4.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 924 (7.3%) | 581 (5.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,250 (9.8%) | 608 (5.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,522 (12.0%) | 701 (6.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,107 (8.7%) | 1,103 (10.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,562 (12.3%) | 1,467 (14.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 862 (6.8%) | 1,341 (12.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 835 (6.6%) | 752 (7.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 375 (2.9%) | 454 (4.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 420 (3.3%) | 691 (6.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 148 (1.2%) | 349 (3.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 126 (1.0%) | 177 (1.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,102 (8.7%) | 917 (8.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,359 (10.7%) | 765 (7.4%) |
| Total | 12,709 (100.0%) | 10,361 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Darke County
Occupancy by Ownership in Darke County
Of the total 21,026 dwellings in Darke County, owner-occupied units account for 15,091 (71.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,935 (28.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 15,091 | 71.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 5,935 | 28.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 21,026 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Darke County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 6,122 | 29.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 7,678 | 36.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,487 | 11.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,739 | 22.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 21,026 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Darke County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,579 (58.5%) | 2,543 (41.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 6,134 (79.9%) | 1,544 (20.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,803 (72.5%) | 684 (27.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,575 (75.4%) | 1,164 (24.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 15,091 (71.8%) | 5,935 (28.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Darke County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 951 (50.8%) | 922 (49.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 6,807 (71.9%) | 2,665 (28.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 4,602 (72.0%) | 1,791 (28.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,731 (83.1%) | 557 (16.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Darke County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 3,381 | 16.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,323 | 15.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,549 | 16.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,994 | 19.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,764 | 17.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 2,096 | 10.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 919 | 4.4% |
| Total | 21,026 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Darke County
Median Income by Occupancy in Darke County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 15,091 (71.8%) | $75,472 |
| Renter-Occupied | 5,935 (28.2%) | $37,775 |
| Average | 21,026 (100.0%) | $60,237 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Darke County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 325 (2.1%) | 309 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 223 (1.5%) | 150 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 399 (2.6%) | 504 (8.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 532 (3.5%) | 493 (8.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 345 (2.3%) | 436 (7.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,146 (7.6%) | 806 (13.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,747 (11.6%) | 1,246 (21.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,765 (18.3%) | 1,061 (17.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,778 (18.4%) | 510 (8.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,777 (18.4%) | 305 (5.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,054 (13.6%) | 115 (1.9%) |
| Total | 15,091 (100.0%) | 5,935 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Darke County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,054 (7.0%) | 316 (5.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 3,290 (21.8%) | 521 (8.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 3,236 (21.4%) | 2,472 (41.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,566 (10.4%) | 1,537 (25.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 3,644 (24.1%) | 452 (7.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,474 (9.8%) | 85 (1.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 563 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 138 (0.9%) | 7 (0.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 126 (0.8%) | 63 (1.1%) |
| Total | 15,091 (100.0%) | 5,935 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Darke County
Housing Structures in Darke County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 17,659 | 84.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 279 | 1.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,047 | 5.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 497 | 2.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 317 | 1.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 447 | 2.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 780 | 3.7% |
| Total | 21,026 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Darke County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 14,412 (81.6%) | 3,247 (18.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 107 (38.4%) | 172 (61.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 55 (5.2%) | 992 (94.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 19 (3.8%) | 478 (96.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 317 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 8 (1.8%) | 439 (98.2%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 490 (62.8%) | 290 (37.2%) |
| Total | 15,091 (71.8%) | 5,935 (28.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Darke County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 34 (0.2%) | 139 (2.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 219 (1.5%) | 579 (9.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,991 (26.5%) | 2,851 (48.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 6,182 (41.0%) | 1,517 (25.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 4,665 (30.9%) | 849 (14.3%) |
| Total | 15,091 (100.0%) | 5,935 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Darke County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 5,266 (34.9%) | 2,551 (43.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 3,391 (22.5%) | 633 (10.7%) |
| Electricity | 4,538 (30.1%) | 2,468 (41.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 650 (4.3%) | 165 (2.8%) |
| Coal or Coke | 31 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 1,074 (7.1%) | 91 (1.5%) |
| No Fuel Used | 141 (0.9%) | 27 (0.4%) |
| Total | 15,091 (100.0%) | 5,935 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Darke County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 434 (2.9%) | 623 (10.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,000 (19.9%) | 2,832 (47.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 6,075 (40.3%) | 1,762 (29.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 5,582 (37.0%) | 718 (12.1%) |
| Total | 15,091 (100.0%) | 5,935 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Darke County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Darke County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 6,901 | 8,190 |
| Median Property Value | $149,400 | $161,300 |
| Median Household Income | $58,148 | $1,227 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $455 | $89 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,421 | $201 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Darke County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 839 (12.2%) | 216 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,288 (18.7%) | 1,487 (18.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 3,727 (54.0%) | 5,321 (65.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 728 (10.5%) | 928 (11.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 201 (2.9%) | 196 (2.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 30 (0.4%) | 19 (0.2%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 88 (1.3%) | 23 (0.3%) |
| Total | 6,901 (100.0%) | 8,190 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Darke County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 370 (5.4%) | 173 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 968 (14.0%) | 178 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 826 (12.0%) | 308 (3.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 779 (11.3%) | 320 (3.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,333 (19.3%) | 968 (11.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 858 (12.4%) | 1,432 (17.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 940 (13.6%) | 1,920 (23.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 827 (12.0%) | 1,837 (22.4%) |
| Total | 6,901 (100.0%) | 8,190 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Darke County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,779 (40.3%) | 84,988 (1,037.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 1,330 (19.3%) | 4,288 (52.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 717 (10.4%) | 1,905 (23.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,946 (28.2%) | 821 (10.0%) |
| Total | 6,901 (100.0%) | 8,190 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Darke County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,392 (20.2%) | 42 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,262 (32.8%) | 872 (10.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,129 (45.3%) | 2,983 (36.4%) |
| Total | 6,901 (100.0%) | 8,190 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Darke County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Darke County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,628 (93.8%) | 238 (6.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 8,633 (94.6%) | 491 (5.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,490 (86.0%) | 570 (14.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 4,214 (85.9%) | 691 (14.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,361 (92.0%) | 469 (8.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,539 (88.9%) | 692 (11.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 6,911 (95.4%) | 336 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,601 (98.9%) | 61 (1.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 4,258 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 47,635 (93.1%) | 3,548 (6.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Darke County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,628 (93.8%) | 238 (6.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 8,633 (94.6%) | 491 (5.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,490 (86.0%) | 570 (14.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Darke County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,229 (94.2%) | 321 (5.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 9,189 (91.3%) | 877 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8,488 (90.2%) | 919 (9.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8,581 (92.3%) | 713 (7.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 16,103 (95.8%) | 715 (4.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Darke County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,575 (40.7%) | 2,455 (63.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,102 (34.0%) | 6,294 (69.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 934 (23.0%) | 2,831 (69.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,095 (22.3%) | 3,362 (68.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,400 (24.0%) | 4,220 (72.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 923 (14.8%) | 4,881 (78.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,723 (23.8%) | 5,616 (77.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,455 (96.3%) | 3,136 (55.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4,224 (99.2%) | 2,891 (67.9%) |
| Total | 20,431 (39.9%) | 35,686 (69.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Darke County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 416 (8.9%) | 235 (5.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 423 (8.3%) | 243 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,263 (12.9%) | 1,341 (14.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 570 (20.8%) | 720 (24.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 564 (32.1%) | 1,148 (45.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Darke County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (0.3%) | 47 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (0.6%) | 30 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 226 (2.3%) | 171 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 291 (10.6%) | 117 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 391 (22.3%) | 556 (22.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (0.7%) | 5 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 38 (0.7%) | 11 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 178 (1.8%) | 294 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (2.5%) | 190 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 121 (6.9%) | 130 (5.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 361 (7.8%) | 165 (3.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 335 (6.6%) | 141 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 526 (5.4%) | 388 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (2.3%) | 107 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 137 (7.8%) | 383 (15.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.2%) | 22 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (0.4%) | 32 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 588 (6.0%) | 724 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 239 (8.7%) | 503 (17.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 300 (17.1%) | 614 (24.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 77 (1.7%) | 36 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 103 (2.0%) | 50 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 118 (1.2%) | 319 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (2.3%) | 124 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 145 (8.3%) | 226 (9.0%) |
Technology Access in Darke County
Computing Device Access in Darke County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 15,120 | 71.9% |
| Smartphone | 16,201 | 77.0% |
| Tablet | 11,435 | 54.4% |
| No Computing Device | 2,376 | 11.3% |
| Total | 21,026 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Darke County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 185 | 0.9% |
| Broadband Home | 12,971 | 61.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,986 | 14.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,708 | 8.1% |
| No Internet | 3,315 | 15.8% |
| Total | 21,026 | 100.0% |
Darke County Summary
Darke County is located in the western part of the U.S. state of Ohio. It is part of the Dayton Metropolitan Statistical Area and is bordered by Mercer County to the north, Preble County to the east, Montgomery County to the south, and Miami County to the west. The county seat is Greenville, and the largest city is Union City. As of the 2010 census, the population was 52,959.
History
Darke County was formed in 1809 from parts of Miami and Shelby counties. It was named after William Darke, a Revolutionary War hero who served as a major general in the Ohio militia. The county was originally part of the Northwest Territory and was part of the Virginia Military District.
The first settlers in the county were mostly of German and Swiss descent, and the county was largely agricultural. The county was home to several Native American tribes, including the Miami, Shawnee, and Wyandot.
Geography
Darke County is located in the western part of Ohio, and is bordered by Mercer County to the north, Preble County to the east, Montgomery County to the south, and Miami County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 574 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and western parts. The highest point in the county is located in the northern part, at an elevation of 1,068 feet. The county is drained by the Great Miami River, which flows through the county from north to south.
Economy
Darke County has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, agriculture, and services. The county is home to several large employers, including Honda of America, which has a manufacturing plant in the county, and the Greenville City School District, which is the largest employer in the county.
Agriculture is a major part of the economy, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the main crops. The county is also home to several dairy farms, as well as poultry and hog farms.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 52,959 people, 20,845 households, and 14,845 families living in the county. The population density was 92.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,837, and the median income for a family was $54,837. The per capita income for the county was $21,837. About 8.7% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Darke County?
Total Population of Darke County is 51,751.
What is the Total Male Population of Darke County?
Total Male Population of Darke County is 25,940.
What is the Total Female Population of Darke County?
Total Female Population of Darke County is 25,811.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Darke County?
There are 100.50 Males per 100 Females in Darke County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Darke County?
There are 99.50 Females per 100 Males in Darke County.
What is the Median Population Age in Darke County?
Median Population Age in Darke County is 41.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Darke County
Average Family Size in Darke County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Darke County
Average Household Size in Darke County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Darke County?
Per Capita income in Darke County is $32,732.
What is the Median Family Income in Darke County?
Median Family Income in Darke County is $78,204.
What is the Median Household income in Darke County?
Median Household Income in Darke County is $60,237.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Darke County?
Income or Wage Gap in Darke County is 37.1%.
Women in Darke County earn 62.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Darke County?
Family Income Deficit in Darke County is $8,522.
Families that are below poverty line in Darke County earn $8,522 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Darke County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Darke County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Darke County?
There are 25,279 People in the Labor Forcein in Darke County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Darke County?
61.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Darke County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Darke County?
Unemployment Rate in Darke County is 2.6%.