Paulding County, OH
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Paulding County Overview
18,827
TOTAL POPULATION
9,403
MALE POPULATION
9,424
FEMALE POPULATION
99.78
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,050
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,635
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$65,331
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,388
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,879
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Paulding County
The most populous races in Paulding County are White / Caucasian (17,570 | 93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (955 | 5.1%), and Two or more Races (929 | 4.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 46 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 105 | 0.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 955 | 5.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 19 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,570 | 93.3% |
| Two or more Races | 929 | 4.9% |
| Some other Race | 156 | 0.8% |
| Total | 18,827 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Paulding County
The most populous ancestries reported in Paulding County are German (6,111 | 32.5%), Irish (1,692 | 9.0%), English (1,464 | 7.8%), American (1,142 | 6.1%), and Mexican (760 | 4.0%), together accounting for 59.3% of all Paulding County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 5 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,142 | 6.1% |
| Apache | 19 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 29 | 0.2% |
| Belgian | 37 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 4 | 0.0% |
| British | 64 | 0.3% |
| Bulgarian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 28 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 31 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 32 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 32 | 0.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 9 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 244 | 1.3% |
| Eastern European | 3 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,464 | 7.8% |
| Ethiopian | 28 | 0.2% |
| European | 155 | 0.8% |
| French | 551 | 2.9% |
| French American Indian | 6 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 26 | 0.1% |
| German | 6,111 | 32.5% |
| Greek | 2 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 183 | 1.0% |
| Irish | 1,692 | 9.0% |
| Iroquois | 7 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 269 | 1.4% |
| Korean | 36 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 760 | 4.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 22 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 43 | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 11 | 0.1% |
| Pennsylvania German | 9 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 370 | 2.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 81 | 0.4% |
| Romanian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 65 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 74 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 122 | 0.6% |
| Slovak | 15 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 1 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 9 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 38 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 33 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 43 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 285 | 1.5% |
| Thai | 7 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 156 | 0.8% |
| Yaqui | 19 | 0.1% | View All 54 Rows |
Immigrants in Paulding County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Paulding County came from Latin America (231 | 1.2%), Central America (213 | 1.1%), Mexico (185 | 1.0%), Asia (46 | 0.2%), and Africa (37 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.8% of all Paulding County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 37 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 46 | 0.2% |
| Belize | 28 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 8 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 9 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 213 | 1.1% |
| Colombia | 9 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 9 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 28 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 28 | 0.2% |
| Ethiopia | 28 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 28 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 231 | 1.2% |
| Mexico | 185 | 1.0% |
| Nepal | 4 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 9 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 11 | 0.1% |
| South America | 9 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 11 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 2 | 0.0% | View All 23 Rows |
Sex and Age in Paulding County
Sex and Age in Paulding County
The most populous age groups in Paulding County are 55 to 59 Years (718 | 7.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (736 | 7.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 488 (5.2%) | 556 (5.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 659 (7.0%) | 687 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 653 (6.9%) | 571 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 610 (6.5%) | 628 (6.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 508 (5.4%) | 462 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 517 (5.5%) | 503 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 525 (5.6%) | 585 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 518 (5.5%) | 491 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 659 (7.0%) | 590 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 576 (6.1%) | 525 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 625 (6.7%) | 579 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 718 (7.6%) | 736 (7.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 651 (6.9%) | 633 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 673 (7.2%) | 562 (6.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 397 (4.2%) | 494 (5.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 271 (2.9%) | 388 (4.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 211 (2.2%) | 157 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 144 (1.5%) | 277 (2.9%) |
| Total | 9,403 (100.0%) | 9,424 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Paulding County
Median Family Size in Paulding County
The median family size in Paulding County is 3.01 persons per family, with single male/father families (535 | 10.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.25 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (3,888 | 76.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.95 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,888 (76.2%) | 2.95 |
| Single Male/Father | 535 (10.5%) | 3.25 |
| Single Female/Mother | 682 (13.4%) | 3.20 |
| Total Families | 5,105 (100.0%) | 3.01 |
Median Household Size in Paulding County
The median household size in Paulding County is 2.47 persons per household, with single male/father households (535 | 7.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (2,485 | 32.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,888 (51.2%) | 2.96 |
| Single Male/Father | 535 (7.0%) | 3.74 |
| Single Female/Mother | 682 (9.0%) | 3.45 |
| Non-family | 2,485 (32.7%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 7,590 (100.0%) | 2.47 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Paulding County
Out of a total of 7,590 households in Paulding County, 5,105 (67.3%) are family households, while 2,485 (32.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,501, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,169.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,169 (28.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,501 (33.0%) | 239 (3.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,159 (15.3%) | 77 (1.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 863 (11.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 367 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 109 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 106 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,105 (67.3%) | 2,485 (32.7%) |
Female Fertility in Paulding County
Fertility by Age in Paulding County
Average fertility rate in Paulding County is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 128.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 199 (85.8%) | 128.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 33 (14.2%) | 19.0 |
| Total | 232 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Paulding County
53.4% of women with births (232) in Paulding County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 47.7% 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 39.4% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 104 (52.3%) | 95 (47.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 20 (60.6%) | 13 (39.4%) |
| Total | 124 (53.4%) | 108 (46.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Paulding County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 118 (50.9%) | 118.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 90 (38.8%) | 60.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15 (6.5%) | 27.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (3.9%) | 39.0 |
| Total | 232 (100.0%) | 59.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Paulding County
46.6% of women with births in Paulding 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 high school diploma are least likely to be married with 57.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 50 (42.4%) | 68 (57.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 53 (58.9%) | 37 (41.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12 (80.0%) | 3 (20.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 124 (53.4%) | 108 (46.6%) |
Income in Paulding County
Income Overview in Paulding County
Per Capita Income in Paulding County is $34,050, while median incomes of families and households are $79,635 and $65,331 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 18,827 | $34,050 |
| Median Family Income | 5,105 | $79,635 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,105 | $93,916 |
| Median Household Income | 7,590 | $65,331 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,590 | $81,757 |
| Income Deficit | 5,105 | $9,388 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 18,827 | 30.19% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 18,827 | 69.81¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 18,827 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Paulding County
Average Earnings in Paulding County are $40,012, $48,255 for men and $33,689 for women, a difference of 30.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,201 (55.0%) | $48,255 |
| Female | 4,246 (45.0%) | $33,689 |
| Total | 9,447 (100.0%) | $40,012 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Paulding County
The most common earnings brackets in Paulding County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (735 | 14.1%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (395 | 9.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 172 (3.3%) | 275 (6.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 119 (2.3%) | 160 (3.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 204 (3.9%) | 86 (2.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 142 (2.7%) | 119 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 54 (1.0%) | 160 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 82 (1.6%) | 222 (5.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 104 (2.0%) | 157 (3.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 100 (1.9%) | 117 (2.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 99 (1.9%) | 214 (5.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 88 (1.7%) | 175 (4.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 315 (6.1%) | 233 (5.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 376 (7.2%) | 323 (7.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 280 (5.4%) | 346 (8.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 252 (4.9%) | 242 (5.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 277 (5.3%) | 281 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 284 (5.5%) | 165 (3.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 500 (9.6%) | 214 (5.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 469 (9.0%) | 395 (9.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 735 (14.1%) | 183 (4.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 549 (10.6%) | 179 (4.2%) |
| Total | 5,201 (100.0%) | 4,246 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Paulding County
Average earnings in Paulding County are $53,822 for men and $36,802 for women, a difference of 31.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $76,176, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,339. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,602, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $29,583.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $31,339 | $29,583 |
| High School Diploma | $51,053 | $30,755 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $58,508 | $36,485 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $72,794 | $45,060 |
| Graduate Degree | $76,176 | $70,602 |
| Total | $53,822 | $36,802 |
Family Income in Paulding County
Family Income Brackets in Paulding County
According to the Paulding County family income data, there are 1,241 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 66 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 117 | 2.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 66 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 194 | 3.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 398 | 7.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 505 | 9.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,041 | 20.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 965 | 18.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,241 | 24.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 352 | 6.9% |
| $200,000+ | 230 | 4.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Paulding County
4-person families (821 | 16.1%) account for the highest median family income in Paulding County with $100,554 per family, while 2-person families (2,592 | 50.8%) have the highest median income of $37,500 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,592 (50.8%) | $75,000 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,185 (23.2%) | $75,196 |
| 4-Person Families | 821 (16.1%) | $100,554 |
| 5-Person Families | 313 (6.1%) | $93,438 |
| 6-Person Families | 121 (2.4%) | $83,598 |
| 7+ Person Families | 73 (1.4%) | $82,813 |
| Total | 5,105 (100.0%) | $79,635 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Paulding County
The median family income in Paulding County is $79,635, with families comprising 3+ earners (396) having the highest median family income of $137,833, while families with no earners (831) have the lowest median family income of $47,946, accounting for 7.8% and 16.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 831 (16.3%) | $47,946 |
| 1 Earner | 1,782 (34.9%) | $62,537 |
| 2 Earners | 2,096 (41.1%) | $100,802 |
| 3+ Earners | 396 (7.8%) | $137,833 |
| Total | 5,105 (100.0%) | $79,635 |
Household Income in Paulding County
Household Income Brackets in Paulding County
With 1,435 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Paulding County, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 144 households (1.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 288 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 144 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 630 | 8.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 820 | 10.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 994 | 13.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,435 | 18.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,176 | 15.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,419 | 18.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 387 | 5.1% |
| $200,000+ | 304 | 4.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Paulding County
The median household income in Paulding County is $65,331, with the highest median household income of $79,375 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,915 households (38.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,163, with 218 households (2.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 218 (2.9%) | $46,163 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,155 (28.4%) | $76,567 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,915 (38.4%) | $79,375 |
| 65+ Years | 2,302 (30.3%) | $47,288 |
| Total | 7,590 (100.0%) | $65,331 |
Poverty in Paulding County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Paulding County
With 8.2% poverty level for males and 10.6% for females among the residents of Paulding County, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 17 males (19.8%) and 36 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (3.3%) | 64 (11.5%) |
| 5 Years | 4 (3.5%) | 36 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 113 (16.5%) | 101 (12.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 57 (11.9%) | 23 (6.4%) |
| 15 Years | 17 (19.8%) | 28 (21.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 20 (6.1%) | 52 (19.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 129 (18.3%) | 96 (14.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 25 (2.4%) | 167 (15.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 87 (7.4%) | 122 (11.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 69 (5.8%) | 118 (10.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 139 (10.2%) | 69 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (3.7%) | 33 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (8.7%) | 80 (10.5%) |
| Total | 770 (8.2%) | 989 (10.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Paulding County
According to the poverty statistics in Paulding County, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 97.6% of males and 96.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 472 (96.7%) | 492 (88.5%) |
| 5 Years | 110 (96.5%) | 36 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 570 (83.5%) | 705 (87.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 421 (88.1%) | 334 (93.6%) |
| 15 Years | 69 (80.2%) | 101 (78.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 308 (93.9%) | 221 (80.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 575 (81.7%) | 592 (86.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,017 (97.6%) | 921 (84.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,090 (92.6%) | 959 (88.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,132 (94.3%) | 981 (89.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,221 (89.8%) | 1,300 (95.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,030 (96.3%) | 1,005 (96.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 563 (91.2%) | 681 (89.5%) |
| Total | 8,578 (91.8%) | 8,328 (89.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Paulding County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Paulding County show that 2.6% or 103 of the total 3,888 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 14.3%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.3%, which includes 3 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,493 (97.7%) | 59 (2.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,039 (96.5%) | 38 (3.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 235 (98.7%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 18 (85.7%) | 3 (14.3%) |
| Total | 3,785 (97.4%) | 103 (2.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Paulding County
According to the poverty data in Paulding County, 20.4% or 109 single-father households and 19.4% or 132 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 91 households (35.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 52 households (46.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 2 (1.1%) | 22 (11.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 91 (35.0%) | 58 (15.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 16 (30.2%) | 52 (46.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 109 (20.4%) | 132 (19.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Paulding County
The poverty data for Paulding County shows that 103 of the married-couple family households (2.6%) and 241 of the single-parent households (19.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (14.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 68 household (41.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 59 (2.3%) | 24 (6.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 38 (3.5%) | 149 (23.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (1.3%) | 68 (41.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (14.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 103 (2.6%) | 241 (19.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Paulding County
Employment by Class of Employer in Paulding County
Among the 8,367 employed individuals in Paulding County, private company employees (6,037 | 72.2%), local government employees (822 | 9.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (657 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,037 | 72.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 210 | 2.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 423 | 5.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 657 | 7.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 822 | 9.8% |
| State Government Employees | 147 | 1.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 67 | 0.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 4 | 0.1% |
| Total | 8,367 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Paulding County
According to the labor force statistics for Paulding County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,998), 59.2% or 8,879 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 346 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.8% or 896 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.6% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 350 (34.2%) | 44 (12.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 630 (64.9%) | 62 (9.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 896 (87.8%) | 81 (9.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 904 (81.4%) | 11 (1.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,822 (80.7%) | 120 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,828 (79.3%) | 18 (1.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,048 (72.1%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 767 (59.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 506 (23.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 125 (8.6%) | 8 (6.4%) |
| Total | 8,879 (59.2%) | 346 (3.9%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Paulding County
According to labor force statistics for Paulding County, 77.0% of individuals (7,262) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,431) are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 232 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 82.6% or 1,425 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.1% or 83 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 434 (56.7%) | 146 (19.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,959 (76.7%) | 108 (2.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,448 (79.4%) | 28 (0.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,425 (82.6%) | 59 (3.4%) |
| Total | 7,262 (77.0%) | 302 (3.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Paulding County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Paulding County are Management (774 | 9.1%), Community & Social Service (630 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (550 | 6.5%), Education Instruction & Library (433 | 5.1%), and Health Technologists (371 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Paulding County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (97.2%), Architecture & Engineering (92.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (91.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Technologists (91.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 640 (82.7%) | 134 (17.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 83 (40.9%) | 120 (59.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 203 (91.4%) | 19 (8.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 70 (97.2%) | 2 (2.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 89 (92.7%) | 7 (7.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 44 (81.5%) | 10 (18.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 217 (34.4%) | 413 (65.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 47 (51.1%) | 45 (48.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 126 (29.1%) | 307 (70.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 44 (52.4%) | 40 (47.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 73 (13.3%) | 477 (86.7%) |
| Health Technologists | 33 (8.9%) | 338 (91.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,216 (51.1%) | 1,163 (48.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,674 (54.8%) | 3,850 (45.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Paulding County are Food Preparation & Serving (410 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (382 | 4.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (233 | 2.7%), Security & Protection (77 | 0.9%), and Personal Care & Service (72 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Paulding County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.8%), Security & Protection (88.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (83.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (89.3%), Personal Care & Service (59.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (58.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 41 (10.7%) | 341 (89.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 68 (88.3%) | 9 (11.7%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 15 (83.3%) | 3 (16.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 53 (89.8%) | 6 (10.2%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 169 (41.2%) | 241 (58.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 124 (53.2%) | 109 (46.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 29 (40.3%) | 43 (59.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 431 (36.7%) | 743 (63.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,674 (54.8%) | 3,850 (45.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Paulding County are Office & Administration (1,102 | 12.9%), and Sales & Related (546 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 275 (50.4%) | 271 (49.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 238 (21.6%) | 864 (78.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 513 (31.1%) | 1,135 (68.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,674 (54.8%) | 3,850 (45.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Paulding County are Construction & Extraction (353 | 4.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (335 | 3.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (114 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 90 (78.9%) | 24 (21.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 353 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 335 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 778 (97.0%) | 24 (3.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,674 (54.8%) | 3,850 (45.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Paulding County are Production (1,566 | 18.4%), Material Moving (616 | 7.2%), and Transportation (339 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,014 (64.7%) | 552 (35.2%) |
| Transportation | 282 (83.2%) | 57 (16.8%) |
| Material Moving | 440 (71.4%) | 176 (28.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,736 (68.9%) | 785 (31.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,674 (54.8%) | 3,850 (45.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Paulding County
Employment Industries in Paulding County
The major employment industries in Paulding County include Manufacturing (2,784 | 32.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,385 | 16.3%), Retail Trade (660 | 7.7%), Educational Services (613 | 7.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (459 | 5.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Paulding County
The Paulding County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (90.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.3%), Educational Services (70.0%), and Finance & Insurance (66.7%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 320 (90.6%) | 33 (9.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 387 (85.1%) | 68 (14.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 2,035 (73.1%) | 749 (26.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 76 (43.7%) | 98 (56.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 342 (51.8%) | 318 (48.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 124 (53.0%) | 110 (47.0%) |
| Utilities | 53 (59.6%) | 36 (40.5%) |
| Information | 42 (84.0%) | 8 (16.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 77 (33.3%) | 154 (66.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 40 (80.0%) | 10 (20.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 125 (60.7%) | 81 (39.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 87 (47.8%) | 95 (52.2%) |
| Educational Services | 184 (30.0%) | 429 (70.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 204 (14.7%) | 1,181 (85.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 229 (49.9%) | 230 (50.1%) |
| Public Administration | 142 (56.6%) | 109 (43.4%) |
| Total | 4,674 (54.8%) | 3,850 (45.2%) |
Education in Paulding County
School Enrollment in Paulding County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,187 students in Paulding County are elementary school (1,113 | 26.6%), middle school (1,009 | 24.1%), and high school (1,009 | 24.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 282 | 6.7% |
| Kindergarten | 277 | 6.6% |
| Elementary School | 1,113 | 26.6% |
| Middle School | 1,009 | 24.1% |
| High School | 1,009 | 24.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 425 | 10.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 72 | 1.7% |
| Total | 4,187 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Paulding County
Out of a total of 4,187 students who are enrolled in schools in Paulding County, 444 (10.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,743 (89.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 127 (64.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 748 (94.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 177 (78.3%) | 49 (21.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,201 (92.9%) | 92 (7.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,126 (93.4%) | 79 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 748 (94.2%) | 46 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 245 (89.4%) | 29 (10.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 70 (35.5%) | 127 (64.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 88 (93.6%) | 6 (6.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 87 (83.7%) | 17 (16.4%) |
| Total | 3,743 (89.4%) | 444 (10.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Paulding County
Education (467 | 20.9%), science & technology (361 | 16.2%), business (339 | 15.2%), engineering (218 | 9.8%), and bio, nature & agricultural (182 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 2,230 individuals in Paulding County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 42 | 1.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 182 | 8.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 71 | 3.2% |
| Psychology | 86 | 3.9% |
| Social Sciences | 95 | 4.3% |
| Engineering | 218 | 9.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 16 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 361 | 16.2% |
| Business | 339 | 15.2% |
| Education | 467 | 20.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 78 | 3.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 117 | 5.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 21 | 0.9% |
| Communications | 43 | 1.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 94 | 4.2% |
| Total | 2,230 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Paulding County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Paulding County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Paulding County are males with 2 vehicles (1,817, accounting for 39.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,478, making up 48.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 112 (2.4%) | 78 (2.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 479 (10.4%) | 541 (14.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,817 (39.5%) | 1,478 (39.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,142 (24.8%) | 942 (25.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 747 (16.2%) | 471 (12.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 305 (6.6%) | 255 (6.8%) |
| Total | 4,602 (100.0%) | 3,765 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Paulding County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Paulding County are 15 to 19 minutes (1,030 commuters, 12.8%), 30 to 34 minutes (979 commuters, 12.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (867 commuters, 10.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 712 | 8.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 822 | 10.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 867 | 10.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,030 | 12.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 845 | 10.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 834 | 10.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 979 | 12.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 402 | 5.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 534 | 6.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 655 | 8.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 345 | 4.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 50 | 0.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Paulding County
The most common commute times in Paulding County are 30 to 34 minutes (659 commuters, 14.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (505 commuters, 14.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 363 (8.1%) | 349 (9.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 477 (10.6%) | 345 (9.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 362 (8.1%) | 505 (14.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 551 (12.3%) | 479 (13.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 451 (10.1%) | 394 (11.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 443 (9.9%) | 391 (10.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 659 (14.7%) | 320 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 131 (2.9%) | 271 (7.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 375 (8.4%) | 159 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 387 (8.6%) | 268 (7.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 259 (5.8%) | 86 (2.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 29 (0.6%) | 21 (0.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Paulding County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Paulding County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (816, 18.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (748, 20.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 439 (9.8%) | 395 (11.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 378 (8.4%) | 153 (4.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 157 (3.5%) | 172 (4.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 580 (12.9%) | 346 (9.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 389 (8.7%) | 253 (7.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 816 (18.2%) | 748 (20.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 307 (6.8%) | 594 (16.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 195 (4.3%) | 122 (3.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 133 (3.0%) | 123 (3.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 123 (2.7%) | 81 (2.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 11 (0.3%) | 27 (0.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 14 (0.3%) | 43 (1.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 362 (8.1%) | 297 (8.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 583 (13.0%) | 234 (6.5%) |
| Total | 4,487 (100.0%) | 3,588 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Paulding County
Occupancy by Ownership in Paulding County
Of the total 7,590 dwellings in Paulding County, owner-occupied units account for 6,173 (81.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,417 (18.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,173 | 81.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,417 | 18.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,590 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Paulding County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,169 | 28.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,740 | 36.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,236 | 16.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,445 | 19.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,590 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Paulding County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,573 (72.5%) | 596 (27.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,454 (89.6%) | 286 (10.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 945 (76.5%) | 291 (23.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,201 (83.1%) | 244 (16.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,173 (81.3%) | 1,417 (18.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Paulding County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 642 (76.2%) | 200 (23.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,580 (79.0%) | 686 (21.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,982 (82.2%) | 429 (17.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 969 (90.5%) | 102 (9.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Paulding County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,210 | 15.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,163 | 15.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,214 | 16.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,701 | 22.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,306 | 17.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 675 | 8.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 321 | 4.2% |
| Total | 7,590 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Paulding County
Median Income by Occupancy in Paulding County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,173 (81.3%) | $71,832 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,417 (18.7%) | $34,311 |
| Average | 7,590 (100.0%) | $65,331 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Paulding County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 85 (1.4%) | 77 (5.4%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 84 (1.4%) | 40 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 61 (1.0%) | 81 (5.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 149 (2.4%) | 111 (7.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 177 (2.9%) | 191 (13.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 588 (9.5%) | 230 (16.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 759 (12.3%) | 237 (16.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,290 (20.9%) | 143 (10.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,014 (16.4%) | 163 (11.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,281 (20.7%) | 140 (9.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 685 (11.1%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| Total | 6,173 (100.0%) | 1,417 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Paulding County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 401 (6.5%) | 31 (2.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,397 (22.6%) | 198 (14.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,434 (23.2%) | 499 (35.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 885 (14.3%) | 359 (25.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,470 (23.8%) | 189 (13.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 415 (6.7%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 103 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 20 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 48 (0.8%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| Total | 6,173 (100.0%) | 1,417 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Paulding County
Housing Structures in Paulding County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,639 | 87.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 56 | 0.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 144 | 1.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 111 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 67 | 0.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 104 | 1.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 469 | 6.2% |
| Total | 7,590 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Paulding County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,731 (86.3%) | 908 (13.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 36 (64.3%) | 20 (35.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 43 (29.9%) | 101 (70.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 111 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 6 (9.0%) | 61 (91.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 17 (16.4%) | 87 (83.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 340 (72.5%) | 129 (27.5%) |
| Total | 6,173 (81.3%) | 1,417 (18.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Paulding County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 32 (0.5%) | 52 (3.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 123 (2.0%) | 108 (7.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,494 (24.2%) | 568 (40.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,818 (45.7%) | 578 (40.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,706 (27.6%) | 111 (7.8%) |
| Total | 6,173 (100.0%) | 1,417 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Paulding County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,783 (28.9%) | 482 (34.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,815 (29.4%) | 146 (10.3%) |
| Electricity | 2,183 (35.4%) | 746 (52.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 71 (1.1%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| All other Fuels | 307 (5.0%) | 26 (1.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 14 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,173 (100.0%) | 1,417 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Paulding County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 150 (2.4%) | 180 (12.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,357 (22.0%) | 616 (43.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,557 (41.4%) | 426 (30.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,109 (34.2%) | 195 (13.8%) |
| Total | 6,173 (100.0%) | 1,417 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Paulding County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Paulding County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,811 | 3,362 |
| Median Property Value | $112,100 | $134,100 |
| Median Household Income | $56,161 | $437 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $449 | $48 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,299 | $28 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Paulding County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 390 (13.9%) | 185 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 799 (28.4%) | 881 (26.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,489 (53.0%) | 2,061 (61.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 114 (4.1%) | 152 (4.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (1.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 12 (0.4%) | 26 (0.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 7 (0.3%) | 12 (0.4%) |
| Total | 2,811 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Paulding County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 135 (4.8%) | 145 (4.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 294 (10.5%) | 34 (1.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 400 (14.2%) | 93 (2.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 361 (12.8%) | 188 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 631 (22.5%) | 398 (11.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 363 (12.9%) | 659 (19.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 379 (13.5%) | 651 (19.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 248 (8.8%) | 902 (26.8%) |
| Total | 2,811 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Paulding County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,482 (52.7%) | 85,000 (2,528.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 416 (14.8%) | 2,078 (61.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 329 (11.7%) | 705 (21.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 584 (20.8%) | 269 (8.0%) |
| Total | 2,811 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Paulding County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 720 (25.6%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 956 (34.0%) | 534 (15.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,086 (38.6%) | 1,302 (38.7%) |
| Total | 2,811 (100.0%) | 3,362 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Paulding County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paulding County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,181 (96.0%) | 49 (4.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,313 (96.5%) | 120 (3.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,252 (91.4%) | 118 (8.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,710 (89.1%) | 209 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,857 (82.2%) | 401 (17.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,141 (93.1%) | 159 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,688 (98.5%) | 41 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,105 (99.9%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,378 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,625 (94.1%) | 1,100 (5.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Paulding County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,181 (96.0%) | 49 (4.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,313 (96.5%) | 120 (3.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,252 (91.4%) | 118 (8.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Paulding County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,680 (96.3%) | 65 (3.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,403 (91.8%) | 305 (8.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,031 (93.1%) | 224 (6.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,103 (91.0%) | 306 (9.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,408 (97.0%) | 200 (3.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paulding County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 458 (37.2%) | 811 (65.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,160 (33.8%) | 2,345 (68.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 316 (23.1%) | 981 (71.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 432 (22.5%) | 1,314 (68.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 402 (17.8%) | 1,552 (68.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 399 (17.3%) | 1,786 (77.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 602 (22.1%) | 2,232 (81.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,049 (97.2%) | 1,361 (64.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,372 (99.6%) | 1,038 (75.3%) |
| Total | 7,190 (38.4%) | 13,420 (71.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Paulding County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (2.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 106 (6.1%) | 124 (7.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 180 (10.3%) | 127 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 815 (21.8%) | 535 (15.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 288 (26.9%) | 280 (27.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 303 (49.1%) | 402 (52.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Paulding County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (2.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 38 (2.2%) | 43 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 340 (9.1%) | 120 (3.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 106 (9.9%) | 57 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 179 (29.0%) | 182 (23.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.5%) | 10 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 45 (1.2%) | 99 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (4.3%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (12.5%) | 90 (11.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 80 (4.6%) | 119 (7.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 131 (7.5%) | 54 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 284 (7.6%) | 218 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (5.9%) | 49 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (9.4%) | 57 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 359 (9.6%) | 336 (9.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 190 (17.8%) | 183 (17.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 165 (26.7%) | 280 (36.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 26 (1.5%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 33 (1.9%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 184 (4.9%) | 95 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 34 (3.2%) | 97 (9.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (5.7%) | 64 (8.4%) |
Technology Access in Paulding County
Computing Device Access in Paulding County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,261 | 69.3% |
| Smartphone | 6,084 | 80.2% |
| Tablet | 4,004 | 52.7% |
| No Computing Device | 727 | 9.6% |
| Total | 7,590 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Paulding County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 48 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 4,360 | 57.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 846 | 11.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 833 | 11.0% |
| No Internet | 1,577 | 20.8% |
| Total | 7,590 | 100.0% |
Paulding County Summary
Paulding County is located in the northwestern corner of Ohio, and is part of the Toledo Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is bordered by Defiance County to the north, Putnam County to the east, Van Wert County to the south, and Allen County, Indiana to the west. The county seat is Paulding, and the largest city is Payne. The county was established in 1820 and named after Revolutionary War hero John Paulding.
Geography
Paulding County covers an area of 437 square miles, of which 434 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The terrain is generally flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The Auglaize River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds. The county is mostly rural, with some small towns and villages.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Paulding County was 19,614, with a population density of 45 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median household income in Paulding County was $45,845, and the median family income was $53,945. The per capita income was $20,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Agriculture is the main economic activity in Paulding County. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops are corn, soybeans, and wheat. There are also several small businesses in the county, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries.
The county is home to several large employers, including Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative, Paulding County Hospital, and Paulding County Schools. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services.
The county is served by two airports, Paulding County Airport and Payne Municipal Airport. The county is also served by several major highways, including Interstate 75, US Route 127, and State Route 613.
Conclusion
Paulding County is a rural county located in the northwestern corner of Ohio. It is home to 19,614 people, and the economy is mainly based on agriculture. The county is served by two airports, several major highways, and several small businesses. The county is also home to several large employers, including Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative, Paulding County Hospital, and Paulding County Schools.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Paulding County?
Total Population of Paulding County is 18,827.
What is the Total Male Population of Paulding County?
Total Male Population of Paulding County is 9,403.
What is the Total Female Population of Paulding County?
Total Female Population of Paulding County is 9,424.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Paulding County?
There are 99.78 Males per 100 Females in Paulding County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Paulding County?
There are 100.22 Females per 100 Males in Paulding County.
What is the Median Population Age in Paulding County?
Median Population Age in Paulding County is 41.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Paulding County
Average Family Size in Paulding County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Paulding County
Average Household Size in Paulding County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Paulding County?
Per Capita income in Paulding County is $34,050.
What is the Median Family Income in Paulding County?
Median Family Income in Paulding County is $79,635.
What is the Median Household income in Paulding County?
Median Household Income in Paulding County is $65,331.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Paulding County?
Income or Wage Gap in Paulding County is 30.2%.
Women in Paulding County earn 69.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Paulding County?
Family Income Deficit in Paulding County is $9,388.
Families that are below poverty line in Paulding County earn $9,388 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Paulding County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Paulding County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Paulding County?
There are 8,879 People in the Labor Forcein in Paulding County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Paulding County?
59.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Paulding County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Paulding County?
Unemployment Rate in Paulding County is 3.9%.