Nicholas County, WV
Nicholas County Map
Nicholas County Overview
24,624
TOTAL POPULATION
12,465
MALE POPULATION
12,159
FEMALE POPULATION
102.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.55
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,744
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,918
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$48,826
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,795
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,817
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Nicholas County
The most populous races in Nicholas County are White / Caucasian (23,817 | 96.7%), Two or more Races (497 | 2.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (243 | 1.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 58 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 14 | 0.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 243 | 1.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 15 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 23,817 | 96.7% |
| Two or more Races | 497 | 2.0% |
| Some other Race | 223 | 0.9% |
| Total | 24,624 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Nicholas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Nicholas County are English (3,694 | 15.0%), Irish (3,610 | 14.7%), American (3,231 | 13.1%), German (3,175 | 12.9%), and Italian (746 | 3.0%), together accounting for 58.7% of all Nicholas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 3,231 | 13.1% |
| Bhutanese | 61 | 0.3% |
| Blackfeet | 116 | 0.5% |
| British | 115 | 0.5% |
| Burmese | 13 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 223 | 0.9% |
| Cherokee | 182 | 0.7% |
| Cuban | 14 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 11 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 27 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 540 | 2.2% |
| Eastern European | 77 | 0.3% |
| English | 3,694 | 15.0% |
| European | 243 | 1.0% |
| Filipino | 3 | 0.0% |
| French | 245 | 1.0% |
| French Canadian | 5 | 0.0% |
| German | 3,175 | 12.9% |
| Greek | 132 | 0.5% |
| Guatemalan | 223 | 0.9% |
| Indian (Asian) | 15 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 3,610 | 14.7% |
| Italian | 746 | 3.0% |
| Jamaican | 15 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 35 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 47 | 0.2% |
| Pennsylvania German | 5 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 306 | 1.2% |
| Portuguese | 15 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 443 | 1.8% |
| Scottish | 294 | 1.2% |
| Sioux | 41 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 12 | 0.1% |
| Swiss | 81 | 0.3% |
| Thai | 6 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 132 | 0.5% | View All 38 Rows |
Immigrants in Nicholas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Nicholas County came from Latin America (237 | 1.0%), Central America (223 | 0.9%), Guatemala (223 | 0.9%), Europe (69 | 0.3%), and Asia (58 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.3% of all Nicholas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 58 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 14 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 223 | 0.9% |
| China | 44 | 0.2% |
| Cuba | 14 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 49 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 44 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 69 | 0.3% |
| Guatemala | 223 | 0.9% |
| India | 6 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 237 | 1.0% |
| Philippines | 3 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 6 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Southern Europe | 25 | 0.1% |
| Spain | 25 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 21 | 0.1% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Nicholas County
Sex and Age in Nicholas County
The most populous age groups in Nicholas County are 60 to 64 Years (1,032 | 8.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,021 | 8.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 588 (4.7%) | 550 (4.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 746 (6.0%) | 755 (6.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 728 (5.8%) | 614 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,008 (8.1%) | 608 (5.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 597 (4.8%) | 589 (4.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 636 (5.1%) | 617 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 661 (5.3%) | 638 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 679 (5.4%) | 610 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 737 (5.9%) | 791 (6.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 784 (6.3%) | 780 (6.4%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 790 (6.3%) | 838 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 772 (6.2%) | 851 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,032 (8.3%) | 1,021 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 997 (8.0%) | 943 (7.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 692 (5.6%) | 753 (6.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 714 (5.7%) | 518 (4.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 182 (1.5%) | 360 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 122 (1.0%) | 323 (2.7%) |
| Total | 12,465 (100.0%) | 12,159 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Nicholas County
Median Family Size in Nicholas County
The median family size in Nicholas County is 3.10 persons per family, with single male/father families (473 | 7.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.64 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (5,271 | 80.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.02 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,271 (80.5%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 473 (7.2%) | 3.64 |
| Single Female/Mother | 803 (12.3%) | 3.34 |
| Total Families | 6,547 (100.0%) | 3.10 |
Median Household Size in Nicholas County
The median household size in Nicholas County is 2.54 persons per household, with single male/father households (473 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4 persons per household. non-family households (3,097 | 32.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,271 (54.7%) | 3.05 |
| Single Male/Father | 473 (4.9%) | 4.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 803 (8.3%) | 3.65 |
| Non-family | 3,097 (32.1%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 9,644 (100.0%) | 2.54 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Nicholas County
Out of a total of 9,644 households in Nicholas County, 6,547 (67.9%) are family households, while 3,097 (32.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,411, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,803.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,803 (29.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,411 (35.4%) | 255 (2.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,613 (16.7%) | 39 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 969 (10.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 331 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 209 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 14 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,547 (67.9%) | 3,097 (32.1%) |
Female Fertility in Nicholas County
Fertility by Age in Nicholas County
Average fertility rate in Nicholas County is 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 116.0 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 | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 214 (79.8%) | 116.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 54 (20.2%) | 23.0 |
| Total | 268 (100.0%) | 56.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Nicholas County
61.9% of women with births (268) in Nicholas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 85.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 26.2% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 158 (73.8%) | 56 (26.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (14.8%) | 46 (85.2%) |
| Total | 166 (61.9%) | 102 (38.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Nicholas County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 20 (7.5%) | 29.0 |
| High School Diploma | 125 (46.6%) | 77.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 117 (43.7%) | 68.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (2.2%) | 17.0 |
| Total | 268 (100.0%) | 56.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Nicholas County
38.1% of women with births in Nicholas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school 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 44.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 69 (55.2%) | 56 (44.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 71 (60.7%) | 46 (39.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 166 (61.9%) | 102 (38.1%) |
Income in Nicholas County
Income Overview in Nicholas County
Per Capita Income in Nicholas County is $27,744, while median incomes of families and households are $64,918 and $48,826 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 24,624 | $27,744 |
| Median Family Income | 6,547 | $64,918 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,547 | $79,606 |
| Median Household Income | 9,644 | $48,826 |
| Mean Household Income | 9,644 | $66,459 |
| Income Deficit | 6,547 | $8,795 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 24,624 | 39.17% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 24,624 | 60.83¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 24,624 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Nicholas County
Average Earnings in Nicholas County are $32,552, $41,412 for men and $25,190 for women, a difference of 39.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,274 (52.4%) | $41,412 |
| Female | 4,792 (47.6%) | $25,190 |
| Total | 10,066 (100.0%) | $32,552 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Nicholas County
The most common earnings brackets in Nicholas County are $100,000+ for men (794 | 15.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (439 | 9.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 353 (6.7%) | 409 (8.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 192 (3.6%) | 129 (2.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 96 (1.8%) | 199 (4.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 208 (3.9%) | 359 (7.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 105 (2.0%) | 280 (5.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 201 (3.8%) | 282 (5.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 141 (2.7%) | 261 (5.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 70 (1.3%) | 172 (3.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 83 (1.6%) | 154 (3.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 86 (1.6%) | 134 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 345 (6.5%) | 439 (9.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 280 (5.3%) | 429 (8.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 368 (7.0%) | 278 (5.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 272 (5.2%) | 370 (7.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 261 (5.0%) | 132 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 104 (2.0%) | 175 (3.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 435 (8.3%) | 111 (2.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 231 (4.4%) | 140 (2.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 649 (12.3%) | 225 (4.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 794 (15.0%) | 114 (2.4%) |
| Total | 5,274 (100.0%) | 4,792 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Nicholas County
Average earnings in Nicholas County are $47,128 for men and $28,192 for women, a difference of 40.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,679, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,904. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,903, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,904 | $20,000 |
| High School Diploma | $43,829 | $21,629 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $42,394 | $27,234 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $77,679 | $42,903 |
| Graduate Degree | $70,243 | $42,197 |
| Total | $47,128 | $28,192 |
Family Income in Nicholas County
Family Income Brackets in Nicholas County
According to the Nicholas County family income data, there are 1,257 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 131 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 249 | 3.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 131 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 432 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 615 | 9.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,015 | 15.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,257 | 19.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,192 | 18.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,087 | 16.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 321 | 4.9% |
| $200,000+ | 242 | 3.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Nicholas County
5-person families (307 | 4.7%) account for the highest median family income in Nicholas County with $88,125 per family, while 2-person families (3,521 | 53.8%) have the highest median income of $29,835 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,521 (53.8%) | $59,670 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,780 (27.2%) | $62,241 |
| 4-Person Families | 716 (10.9%) | $71,859 |
| 5-Person Families | 307 (4.7%) | $88,125 |
| 6-Person Families | 209 (3.2%) | $76,267 |
| 7+ Person Families | 14 (0.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 6,547 (100.0%) | $64,918 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Nicholas County
The median family income in Nicholas County is $64,918, with families comprising 3+ earners (415) having the highest median family income of $114,714, while families with no earners (1,661) have the lowest median family income of $36,300, accounting for 6.3% and 25.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,661 (25.4%) | $36,300 |
| 1 Earner | 2,350 (35.9%) | $61,125 |
| 2 Earners | 2,121 (32.4%) | $82,847 |
| 3+ Earners | 415 (6.3%) | $114,714 |
| Total | 6,547 (100.0%) | $64,918 |
Household Income in Nicholas County
Household Income Brackets in Nicholas County
With 1,601 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Nicholas County, accounting for 16.6% of all households. In contrast, only 289 households (3.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 598 | 6.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 694 | 7.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,157 | 12.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,128 | 11.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,350 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,601 | 16.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,302 | 13.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,206 | 12.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 328 | 3.4% |
| $200,000+ | 289 | 3.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Nicholas County
The median household income in Nicholas County is $48,826, with the highest median household income of $60,208 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,366 households (24.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,250, with 93 households (1.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 93 (1.0%) | $36,250 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,366 (24.5%) | $60,208 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,775 (39.1%) | $56,464 |
| 65+ Years | 3,410 (35.4%) | $36,994 |
| Total | 9,644 (100.0%) | $48,826 |
Poverty in Nicholas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Nicholas County
With 13.9% poverty level for males and 19.6% for females among the residents of Nicholas County, 35 to 44 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 314 males (22.2%) and 313 females (56.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 47 (8.0%) | 313 (56.9%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (13.0%) | 40 (34.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 150 (14.4%) | 241 (29.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 23 (7.1%) | 56 (12.9%) |
| 15 Years | 33 (19.1%) | 25 (24.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (16.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 60 (7.1%) | 61 (8.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 179 (13.8%) | 364 (29.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 314 (22.2%) | 268 (19.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 341 (21.7%) | 269 (16.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 155 (8.6%) | 358 (19.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 223 (13.3%) | 149 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 185 (18.6%) | 159 (13.8%) |
| Total | 1,724 (13.9%) | 2,357 (19.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Nicholas County
According to the poverty statistics in Nicholas County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 91.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 541 (92.0%) | 237 (43.1%) |
| 5 Years | 94 (87.0%) | 75 (65.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 891 (85.6%) | 578 (70.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 299 (92.9%) | 379 (87.1%) |
| 15 Years | 140 (80.9%) | 78 (75.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 580 (100.0%) | 282 (83.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 787 (92.9%) | 696 (91.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,118 (86.2%) | 891 (71.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,102 (77.8%) | 1,133 (80.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,233 (78.3%) | 1,340 (83.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,649 (91.4%) | 1,514 (80.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,450 (86.7%) | 1,499 (91.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 811 (81.4%) | 995 (86.2%) |
| Total | 10,695 (86.1%) | 9,697 (80.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Nicholas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Nicholas County show that 8.4% or 443 of the total 5,271 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.5%, which includes 269 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,294 (92.4%) | 269 (7.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,220 (91.3%) | 116 (8.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 314 (85.6%) | 53 (14.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total | 4,828 (91.6%) | 443 (8.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Nicholas County
According to the poverty data in Nicholas County, 28.3% or 134 single-father households and 31.5% or 253 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (87.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 63 (25.5%) | 47 (23.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 28 (15.8%) | 193 (32.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 43 (87.8%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 134 (28.3%) | 253 (31.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Nicholas County
The poverty data for Nicholas County shows that 443 of the married-couple family households (8.4%) and 387 of the single-parent households (30.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 56 household (90.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 269 (7.5%) | 110 (24.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 116 (8.7%) | 221 (28.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 53 (14.4%) | 56 (90.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 443 (8.4%) | 387 (30.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Nicholas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Nicholas County
Among the 9,044 employed individuals in Nicholas County, private company employees (6,034 | 66.7%), local government employees (828 | 9.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (761 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,034 | 66.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 298 | 3.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 401 | 4.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 761 | 8.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 828 | 9.2% |
| State Government Employees | 502 | 5.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 182 | 2.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 38 | 0.4% |
| Total | 9,044 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Nicholas County
According to the labor force statistics for Nicholas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,367), 48.2% or 9,817 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 648 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 72.9% or 2,054 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.9% or 100 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 529 (39.5%) | 100 (18.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 798 (67.3%) | 27 (3.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 881 (70.3%) | 123 (14.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 892 (68.7%) | 83 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,054 (72.9%) | 173 (8.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,215 (69.4%) | 51 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 995 (61.3%) | 80 (8.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 597 (29.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 613 (18.1%) | 15 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 249 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,817 (48.2%) | 648 (6.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Nicholas County
According to labor force statistics for Nicholas County, 62.4% of individuals (7,636) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,237) are in the labor force, with 6.7% or 512 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 73.7% or 1,570 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.8% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 408 (36.7%) | 120 (10.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,080 (56.2%) | 510 (9.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,580 (73.4%) | 211 (6.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,570 (73.7%) | 32 (1.5%) |
| Total | 7,636 (62.4%) | 820 (6.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Nicholas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nicholas County are Management (953 | 10.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (632 | 6.9%), Community & Social Service (613 | 6.7%), Health Technologists (406 | 4.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (337 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Nicholas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.4%), and Community & Social Service (71.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 513 (53.8%) | 440 (46.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 98 (62.0%) | 60 (38.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 285 (84.6%) | 52 (15.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 150 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 50 (49.0%) | 52 (51.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 172 (28.1%) | 441 (71.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 70 (28.1%) | 179 (71.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 84 (28.6%) | 210 (71.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 18 (54.5%) | 15 (45.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 130 (20.6%) | 502 (79.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 129 (31.8%) | 277 (68.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,198 (44.5%) | 1,495 (55.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,905 (53.5%) | 4,269 (46.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Nicholas County are Healthcare Support (779 | 8.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (619 | 6.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (344 | 3.7%), Security & Protection (262 | 2.9%), and Personal Care & Service (162 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Nicholas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (91.3%), Security & Protection (74.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (51.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (95.0%), Personal Care & Service (91.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (83.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 39 (5.0%) | 740 (95.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 194 (74.1%) | 68 (26.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 58 (51.3%) | 55 (48.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 136 (91.3%) | 13 (8.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 103 (16.6%) | 516 (83.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 68 (19.8%) | 276 (80.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 14 (8.6%) | 148 (91.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 418 (19.3%) | 1,748 (80.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,905 (53.5%) | 4,269 (46.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Nicholas County are Office & Administration (791 | 8.6%), and Sales & Related (750 | 8.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 397 (52.9%) | 353 (47.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 214 (27.1%) | 577 (73.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 611 (39.7%) | 930 (60.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,905 (53.5%) | 4,269 (46.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Nicholas County are Construction & Extraction (702 | 7.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (635 | 6.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (102 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 102 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 702 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 635 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,439 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,905 (53.5%) | 4,269 (46.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Nicholas County are Material Moving (492 | 5.4%), Transportation (443 | 4.8%), and Production (400 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 354 (88.5%) | 46 (11.5%) |
| Transportation | 443 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 442 (89.8%) | 50 (10.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,239 (92.8%) | 96 (7.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,905 (53.5%) | 4,269 (46.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Nicholas County
Employment Industries in Nicholas County
The major employment industries in Nicholas County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,898 | 20.7%), Retail Trade (888 | 9.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (870 | 9.5%), Construction (704 | 7.7%), and Public Administration (674 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Nicholas County
The Nicholas County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Construction (93.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.2%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (78.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 130 (75.6%) | 42 (24.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 610 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 657 (93.3%) | 47 (6.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 451 (75.9%) | 143 (24.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 153 (82.3%) | 33 (17.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 442 (49.8%) | 446 (50.2%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 281 (82.9%) | 58 (17.1%) |
| Utilities | 292 (92.1%) | 25 (7.9%) |
| Information | 105 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 142 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 46 (69.7%) | 20 (30.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 68 (48.9%) | 71 (51.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 102 (34.3%) | 195 (65.7%) |
| Educational Services | 326 (51.3%) | 310 (48.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 224 (11.8%) | 1,674 (88.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 14 (21.9%) | 50 (78.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 300 (34.5%) | 570 (65.5%) |
| Public Administration | 356 (52.8%) | 318 (47.2%) |
| Total | 4,905 (53.5%) | 4,269 (46.5%) |
Education in Nicholas County
School Enrollment in Nicholas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,722 students in Nicholas County are high school (1,450 | 30.7%), elementary school (1,289 | 27.3%), and middle school (941 | 19.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 193 | 4.1% |
| Kindergarten | 294 | 6.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,289 | 27.3% |
| Middle School | 941 | 19.9% |
| High School | 1,450 | 30.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 489 | 10.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 66 | 1.4% |
| Total | 4,722 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Nicholas County
Out of a total of 4,722 students who are enrolled in schools in Nicholas County, 288 (6.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,434 (93.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 27 (35.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 117 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 117 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,287 (91.3%) | 122 (8.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,194 (91.6%) | 110 (8.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,161 (97.8%) | 26 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 208 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 310 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 49 (64.5%) | 27 (35.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 107 (96.4%) | 4 (3.6%) |
| Total | 4,434 (93.9%) | 288 (6.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Nicholas County
Education (1,098 | 31.1%), business (600 | 17.0%), science & technology (483 | 13.7%), arts & humanities (276 | 7.8%), and psychology (224 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 3,532 individuals in Nicholas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 71 | 2.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 182 | 5.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 82 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 224 | 6.3% |
| Social Sciences | 83 | 2.4% |
| Engineering | 164 | 4.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 58 | 1.6% |
| Science & Technology | 483 | 13.7% |
| Business | 600 | 17.0% |
| Education | 1,098 | 31.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 20 | 0.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 59 | 1.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 55 | 1.6% |
| Communications | 77 | 2.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 276 | 7.8% |
| Total | 3,532 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Nicholas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Nicholas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Nicholas County are males with 2 vehicles (1,760, accounting for 36.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,602, making up 42.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 61 (1.3%) | 60 (1.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 542 (11.1%) | 918 (22.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,760 (36.0%) | 1,602 (38.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,715 (35.1%) | 1,072 (25.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 601 (12.3%) | 366 (8.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 208 (4.3%) | 135 (3.3%) |
| Total | 4,887 (100.0%) | 4,153 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Nicholas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Nicholas County are 15 to 19 minutes (1,388 commuters, 15.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,356 commuters, 15.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,070 commuters, 12.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 371 | 4.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,008 | 11.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,070 | 12.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,388 | 15.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,356 | 15.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 389 | 4.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 736 | 8.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 29 | 0.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 271 | 3.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 498 | 5.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 758 | 8.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 887 | 10.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Nicholas County
The most common commute times in Nicholas County are 90 or more minutes (772 commuters, 16.2%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (794 commuters, 19.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 199 (4.2%) | 172 (4.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 536 (11.2%) | 472 (11.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 531 (11.1%) | 539 (13.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 617 (12.9%) | 771 (19.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 562 (11.8%) | 794 (19.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 190 (4.0%) | 199 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 187 (3.9%) | 549 (13.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 29 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 210 (4.4%) | 61 (1.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 351 (7.4%) | 147 (3.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 586 (12.3%) | 172 (4.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 772 (16.2%) | 115 (2.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Nicholas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Nicholas County are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (645, 13.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (954, 23.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 640 (13.4%) | 86 (2.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 100 (2.1%) | 66 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 409 (8.6%) | 196 (4.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 454 (9.5%) | 224 (5.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 351 (7.4%) | 325 (8.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 635 (13.3%) | 954 (23.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 416 (8.7%) | 526 (13.2%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 302 (6.3%) | 296 (7.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 140 (2.9%) | 279 (7.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 171 (3.6%) | 229 (5.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 67 (1.4%) | 108 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 59 (1.2%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 381 (8.0%) | 466 (11.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 645 (13.5%) | 227 (5.7%) |
| Total | 4,770 (100.0%) | 3,991 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Nicholas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Nicholas County
Of the total 9,644 dwellings in Nicholas County, owner-occupied units account for 7,737 (80.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,907 (19.8%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,737 | 80.2% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,907 | 19.8% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 9,644 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Nicholas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,803 | 29.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,666 | 38.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,652 | 17.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,523 | 15.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 9,644 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Nicholas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,866 (66.6%) | 937 (33.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,209 (87.5%) | 457 (12.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,499 (90.7%) | 153 (9.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,163 (76.4%) | 360 (23.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,737 (80.2%) | 1,907 (19.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Nicholas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 784 (82.4%) | 168 (17.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,355 (77.5%) | 973 (22.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,838 (83.9%) | 354 (16.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,760 (81.0%) | 412 (19.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Nicholas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,152 | 11.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,307 | 13.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,779 | 18.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,996 | 20.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,846 | 19.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,182 | 12.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 382 | 4.0% |
| Total | 9,644 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Nicholas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Nicholas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,737 (80.2%) | $55,741 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,907 (19.8%) | $24,836 |
| Average | 9,644 (100.0%) | $48,826 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Nicholas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 328 (4.2%) | 174 (9.1%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 68 (0.9%) | 26 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 400 (5.2%) | 290 (15.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 301 (3.9%) | 249 (13.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 385 (5.0%) | 226 (11.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 918 (11.9%) | 210 (11.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,143 (14.8%) | 205 (10.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,311 (16.9%) | 286 (15.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,145 (14.8%) | 160 (8.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,130 (14.6%) | 72 (3.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 608 (7.9%) | 9 (0.5%) |
| Total | 7,737 (100.0%) | 1,907 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Nicholas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,683 (21.7%) | 134 (7.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,986 (25.7%) | 262 (13.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,807 (23.4%) | 619 (32.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 744 (9.6%) | 321 (16.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,021 (13.2%) | 151 (7.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 305 (3.9%) | 20 (1.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 134 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 49 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 8 (0.1%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| Total | 7,737 (100.0%) | 1,907 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Nicholas County
Housing Structures in Nicholas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,124 | 73.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 37 | 0.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 25 | 0.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 143 | 1.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 252 | 2.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 132 | 1.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,931 | 20.0% |
| Total | 9,644 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Nicholas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,261 (87.9%) | 863 (12.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 14 (56.0%) | 11 (44.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 143 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 252 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 3 (2.3%) | 129 (97.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,422 (73.6%) | 509 (26.4%) |
| Total | 7,737 (80.2%) | 1,907 (19.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Nicholas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 23 (0.3%) | 31 (1.6%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 60 (0.8%) | 291 (15.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,967 (25.4%) | 971 (50.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,221 (41.6%) | 387 (20.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,466 (31.9%) | 227 (11.9%) |
| Total | 7,737 (100.0%) | 1,907 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Nicholas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,554 (33.0%) | 407 (21.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,027 (13.3%) | 210 (11.0%) |
| Electricity | 3,145 (40.6%) | 1,111 (58.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 113 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 2 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 860 (11.1%) | 179 (9.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 36 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,737 (100.0%) | 1,907 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Nicholas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 318 (4.1%) | 321 (16.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,965 (25.4%) | 1,135 (59.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,074 (39.7%) | 292 (15.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,380 (30.8%) | 159 (8.3%) |
| Total | 7,737 (100.0%) | 1,907 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Nicholas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Nicholas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,490 | 3,247 |
| Median Property Value | $100,000 | $119,600 |
| Median Household Income | $46,229 | $356 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $341 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $468 | $144 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Nicholas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,123 (25.0%) | 507 (15.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,122 (25.0%) | 696 (21.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,829 (40.7%) | 1,708 (52.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 134 (3.0%) | 316 (9.7%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 260 (5.8%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 22 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,490 (100.0%) | 3,247 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Nicholas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 222 (4.9%) | 48 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 884 (19.7%) | 174 (5.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 671 (14.9%) | 202 (6.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 690 (15.4%) | 247 (7.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 793 (17.7%) | 453 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 478 (10.6%) | 518 (16.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 500 (11.1%) | 667 (20.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 252 (5.6%) | 630 (19.4%) |
| Total | 4,490 (100.0%) | 3,247 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Nicholas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 2,122 (47.3%) | 75,458 (2,323.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 705 (15.7%) | 1,827 (56.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 600 (13.4%) | 422 (13.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 998 (22.2%) | 416 (12.8%) |
| Total | 4,490 (100.0%) | 3,247 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Nicholas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 2,852 (63.5%) | 54 (1.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 411 (9.1%) | 1,926 (59.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 416 (9.3%) | 757 (23.3%) |
| Total | 4,490 (100.0%) | 3,247 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Nicholas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nicholas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,304 (95.8%) | 57 (4.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,995 (99.5%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,563 (98.0%) | 32 (2.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,099 (89.1%) | 256 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,489 (88.4%) | 328 (11.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,856 (89.7%) | 327 (10.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,371 (91.7%) | 305 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,321 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,150 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23,148 (94.6%) | 1,325 (5.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Nicholas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,304 (95.8%) | 57 (4.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,995 (99.5%) | 20 (0.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,563 (98.0%) | 32 (2.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Nicholas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,669 (90.4%) | 389 (9.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,758 (92.8%) | 448 (7.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,167 (96.7%) | 144 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,061 (96.5%) | 146 (3.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,481 (96.6%) | 195 (3.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Nicholas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 776 (57.0%) | 551 (40.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,065 (51.4%) | 2,139 (53.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 493 (30.9%) | 1,194 (74.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 968 (41.1%) | 1,178 (50.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,069 (38.0%) | 1,491 (52.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,169 (36.7%) | 1,927 (60.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,517 (41.3%) | 2,434 (66.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,211 (96.7%) | 2,174 (65.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,142 (99.6%) | 1,602 (74.5%) |
| Total | 13,410 (54.8%) | 14,690 (60.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Nicholas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 36 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 229 (10.3%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 203 (9.5%) | 339 (16.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,454 (30.3%) | 989 (20.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 428 (25.6%) | 394 (23.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 414 (41.6%) | 575 (49.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Nicholas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 36 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.3%) | 18 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 95 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 389 (8.1%) | 233 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 227 (13.6%) | 128 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 283 (28.4%) | 257 (22.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 54 (2.4%) | 23 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.2%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 248 (5.2%) | 213 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 65 (3.9%) | 35 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 121 (12.1%) | 104 (9.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 176 (7.9%) | 18 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 65 (3.0%) | 173 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 556 (11.6%) | 214 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 182 (10.9%) | 131 (8.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 180 (18.1%) | 89 (7.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 27 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 81 (3.8%) | 292 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 741 (15.5%) | 517 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 275 (16.4%) | 185 (11.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 284 (28.5%) | 447 (38.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 77 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.4%) | 143 (7.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 270 (5.6%) | 142 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 61 (3.6%) | 32 (1.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 152 (15.3%) | 112 (9.7%) |
Technology Access in Nicholas County
Computing Device Access in Nicholas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 6,187 | 64.1% |
| Smartphone | 7,407 | 76.8% |
| Tablet | 4,814 | 49.9% |
| No Computing Device | 1,141 | 11.8% |
| Total | 9,644 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Nicholas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 57 | 0.6% |
| Broadband Home | 5,812 | 60.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,472 | 15.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 879 | 9.1% |
| No Internet | 1,561 | 16.2% |
| Total | 9,644 | 100.0% |
Nicholas County Summary
Nicholas County, West Virginia is located in the southeastern part of the state and is part of the Appalachian region. It is bordered by Braxton, Webster, Greenbrier, Summers, and Fayette counties. The county seat is Summersville, and the largest city is Richwood. The county was created in 1818 from parts of Greenbrier and Kanawha counties and was named for George Nicholas, a prominent lawyer and statesman from Kentucky.
Geography
Nicholas County is located in the Appalachian Mountains and is part of the Allegheny Plateau. The county is mostly mountainous, with elevations ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 feet. The highest point in the county is Spruce Knob, which is 4,863 feet above sea level. The county is drained by the Gauley River and its tributaries, including the Cherry, Williams, and Cranberry rivers. The county is mostly forested, with oak, hickory, and maple being the most common tree species.
Economy
The economy of Nicholas County is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are corn, soybeans, hay, and tobacco. The county also has a large timber industry, with logging and sawmilling being the main activities. Other industries in the county include coal mining, natural gas extraction, and tourism.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Nicholas County was 26,233, making it the fourth least populous county in West Virginia. The population is spread out, with the largest city, Richwood, having a population of 2,477. The median household income in the county is $35,945, and the median age is 43. The racial makeup of the county is 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races.
Conclusion
Nicholas County, West Virginia is a rural county located in the Appalachian Mountains. The economy is largely based on agriculture and forestry, and the population is mostly white. The county is home to several large farms and timber operations, as well as coal mining, natural gas extraction, and tourism. The median household income in the county is $35,945, and the median age is 43.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Nicholas County?
Total Population of Nicholas County is 24,624.
What is the Total Male Population of Nicholas County?
Total Male Population of Nicholas County is 12,465.
What is the Total Female Population of Nicholas County?
Total Female Population of Nicholas County is 12,159.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Nicholas County?
There are 102.52 Males per 100 Females in Nicholas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Nicholas County?
There are 97.55 Females per 100 Males in Nicholas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Nicholas County?
Median Population Age in Nicholas County is 45.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Nicholas County
Average Family Size in Nicholas County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Nicholas County
Average Household Size in Nicholas County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Nicholas County?
Per Capita income in Nicholas County is $27,744.
What is the Median Family Income in Nicholas County?
Median Family Income in Nicholas County is $64,918.
What is the Median Household income in Nicholas County?
Median Household Income in Nicholas County is $48,826.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Nicholas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Nicholas County is 39.2%.
Women in Nicholas County earn 60.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Nicholas County?
Family Income Deficit in Nicholas County is $8,795.
Families that are below poverty line in Nicholas County earn $8,795 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Nicholas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Nicholas County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Nicholas County?
There are 9,817 People in the Labor Forcein in Nicholas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Nicholas County?
48.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Nicholas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Nicholas County?
Unemployment Rate in Nicholas County is 6.6%.