Wood County, WV
Wood County Map
Wood County Overview
84,272
TOTAL POPULATION
41,185
MALE POPULATION
43,087
FEMALE POPULATION
95.59
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.62
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,932
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,942
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,350
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,952
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
37,993
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Wood County
The most populous races in Wood County are White / Caucasian (80,313 | 95.3%), Two or more Races (2,127 | 2.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,209 | 1.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 491 | 0.6% |
| Black / African American | 1,029 | 1.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 82 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,209 | 1.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 135 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 80,313 | 95.3% |
| Two or more Races | 2,127 | 2.5% |
| Some other Race | 95 | 0.1% |
| Total | 84,272 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wood County
The most populous ancestries reported in Wood County are German (12,664 | 15.0%), English (11,576 | 13.7%), American (10,466 | 12.4%), Irish (10,311 | 12.2%), and Italian (1,889 | 2.2%), together accounting for 55.7% of all Wood County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 163 | 0.2% |
| American | 10,466 | 12.4% |
| Apache | 37 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 109 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 37 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 147 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 31 | 0.0% |
| Blackfeet | 39 | 0.1% |
| Bolivian | 2 | 0.0% |
| British | 508 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 110 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 26 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 282 | 0.3% |
| Chippewa | 16 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 52 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Cree | 17 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 94 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 32 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 47 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 114 | 0.1% |
| Delaware | 9 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 46 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 872 | 1.0% |
| Eastern European | 208 | 0.3% |
| English | 11,576 | 13.7% |
| European | 1,598 | 1.9% |
| Finnish | 6 | 0.0% |
| French | 752 | 0.9% |
| French Canadian | 122 | 0.1% |
| German | 12,664 | 15.0% |
| Greek | 159 | 0.2% |
| Haitian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 329 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 188 | 0.2% |
| Inupiat | 21 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 10,311 | 12.2% |
| Iroquois | 11 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,889 | 2.2% |
| Jamaican | 33 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 180 | 0.2% |
| Laotian | 11 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 55 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 755 | 0.9% |
| Moroccan | 20 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 107 | 0.1% |
| Nigerian | 89 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 277 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 338 | 0.4% |
| Polish | 914 | 1.1% |
| Portuguese | 47 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 189 | 0.2% |
| Romanian | 28 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 60 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 151 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 137 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 1,665 | 2.0% |
| Scottish | 1,508 | 1.8% |
| Serbian | 23 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 63 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 56 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 20 | 0.0% |
| South African | 16 | 0.0% |
| South American | 14 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 11 | 0.0% |
| Spanish | 24 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 56 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 272 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 326 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 270 | 0.3% |
| Syrian | 17 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 139 | 0.2% |
| Turkish | 14 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 91 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 610 | 0.7% |
| Yaqui | 12 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 35 | 0.0% | View All 79 Rows |
Immigrants in Wood County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wood County came from Asia (516 | 0.6%), South Eastern Asia (197 | 0.2%), Europe (174 | 0.2%), South Central Asia (150 | 0.2%), and Philippines (142 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.4% of all Wood County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 71 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 516 | 0.6% |
| Australia | 14 | 0.0% |
| Belgium | 10 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 36 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 35 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 52 | 0.1% |
| China | 84 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 12 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 32 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 13 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 113 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 5 | 0.0% |
| Ecuador | 28 | 0.0% |
| England | 62 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 174 | 0.2% |
| France | 4 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 23 | 0.0% |
| Haiti | 3 | 0.0% |
| India | 128 | 0.2% |
| Indonesia | 18 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 16 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 23 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 127 | 0.2% |
| Lebanon | 18 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 48 | 0.1% |
| Morocco | 9 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 26 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 9 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 107 | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 14 | 0.0% |
| Panama | 4 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 142 | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 7 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Sierra Leone | 20 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| South America | 40 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 150 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 197 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 23 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lanka | 22 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 2 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 38 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 37 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 46 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 56 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 39 | 0.1% | View All 49 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wood County
Sex and Age in Wood County
The most populous age groups in Wood County are 55 to 59 Years (3,091 | 7.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (3,125 | 7.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 2,277 (5.5%) | 2,212 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 2,284 (5.6%) | 2,278 (5.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 2,737 (6.7%) | 2,680 (6.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 2,589 (6.3%) | 2,367 (5.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,297 (5.6%) | 2,235 (5.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,380 (5.8%) | 2,424 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,318 (5.6%) | 2,275 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 2,624 (6.4%) | 2,372 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 2,387 (5.8%) | 2,689 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 2,768 (6.7%) | 2,624 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 2,773 (6.7%) | 2,790 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 3,091 (7.5%) | 3,115 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,846 (6.9%) | 3,125 (7.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 2,684 (6.5%) | 3,033 (7.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 2,085 (5.1%) | 2,403 (5.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 1,430 (3.5%) | 1,903 (4.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 929 (2.3%) | 1,293 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 686 (1.7%) | 1,269 (2.9%) |
| Total | 41,185 (100.0%) | 43,087 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wood County
Median Family Size in Wood County
The median family size in Wood County is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (16,318 | 75.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,728 | 8.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.74 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 16,318 (75.1%) | 3.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,728 (8.0%) | 2.74 |
| Single Female/Mother | 3,693 (17.0%) | 2.91 |
| Total Families | 21,739 (100.0%) | 2.98 |
Median Household Size in Wood County
The median household size in Wood County is 2.34 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,728 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (13,805 | 38.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 16,318 (45.9%) | 3.07 |
| Single Male/Father | 1,728 (4.9%) | 3.19 |
| Single Female/Mother | 3,693 (10.4%) | 3.11 |
| Non-family | 13,805 (38.8%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 35,544 (100.0%) | 2.34 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wood County
Out of a total of 35,544 households in Wood County, 21,739 (61.2%) are family households, while 13,805 (38.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 11,165, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 11,968.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 11,968 (33.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 11,165 (31.4%) | 1,752 (4.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 5,535 (15.6%) | 48 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 3,098 (8.7%) | 37 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,180 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 595 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 166 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21,739 (61.2%) | 13,805 (38.8%) |
Female Fertility in Wood County
Fertility by Age in Wood County
Average fertility rate in Wood County is 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 135.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.2% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 28 (2.3%) | 12.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 935 (78.2%) | 135.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 232 (19.4%) | 29.0 |
| Total | 1,195 (100.0%) | 69.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wood County
62.7% of women with births (1,195) in Wood County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 75.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 33.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 7 (25.0%) | 21 (75.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 588 (62.9%) | 347 (37.1%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 154 (66.4%) | 78 (33.6%) |
| Total | 749 (62.7%) | 446 (37.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Wood County
Average fertility rate in Wood County is 69.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 90.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the lowest fertility at 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 46.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 190 (15.9%) | 62.0 |
| High School Diploma | 294 (24.6%) | 67.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 554 (46.4%) | 90.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 110 (9.2%) | 44.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 47 (3.9%) | 36.0 |
| Total | 1,195 (100.0%) | 69.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wood County
37.3% of women with births in Wood 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 51.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 151 (79.5%) | 39 (20.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 143 (48.6%) | 151 (51.4%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 331 (59.8%) | 223 (40.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 77 (70.0%) | 33 (30.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 749 (62.7%) | 446 (37.3%) |
Income in Wood County
Income Overview in Wood County
Per Capita Income in Wood County is $31,932, while median incomes of families and households are $72,942 and $54,350 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 84,272 | $31,932 |
| Median Family Income | 21,739 | $72,942 |
| Mean Family Income | 21,739 | $90,810 |
| Median Household Income | 35,544 | $54,350 |
| Mean Household Income | 35,544 | $73,395 |
| Income Deficit | 21,739 | $9,952 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 84,272 | 33.18% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 84,272 | 66.82¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 84,272 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Wood County
Average Earnings in Wood County are $35,210, $44,571 for men and $29,782 for women, a difference of 33.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 20,746 (52.5%) | $44,571 |
| Female | 18,795 (47.5%) | $29,782 |
| Total | 39,541 (100.0%) | $35,210 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wood County
The most common earnings brackets in Wood County are $100,000+ for men (2,926 | 14.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (1,646 | 8.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 871 (4.2%) | 978 (5.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 471 (2.3%) | 713 (3.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 546 (2.6%) | 812 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 397 (1.9%) | 838 (4.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 566 (2.7%) | 893 (4.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 742 (3.6%) | 598 (3.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 331 (1.6%) | 917 (4.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 619 (3.0%) | 671 (3.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 551 (2.7%) | 779 (4.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 890 (4.3%) | 634 (3.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 1,300 (6.3%) | 1,646 (8.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 1,495 (7.2%) | 1,415 (7.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 798 (3.8%) | 1,313 (7.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 878 (4.2%) | 1,083 (5.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 1,473 (7.1%) | 1,187 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 821 (4.0%) | 599 (3.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 1,638 (7.9%) | 1,360 (7.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 1,410 (6.8%) | 617 (3.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,023 (9.8%) | 936 (5.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 2,926 (14.1%) | 806 (4.3%) |
| Total | 20,746 (100.0%) | 18,795 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wood County
Average earnings in Wood County are $48,283 for men and $33,477 for women, a difference of 30.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,714, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $25,459. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,843, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,557.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $25,459 | $20,557 |
| High School Diploma | $45,596 | $23,525 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,587 | $33,318 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $66,420 | $42,777 |
| Graduate Degree | $80,714 | $56,843 |
| Total | $48,283 | $33,477 |
Family Income in Wood County
Family Income Brackets in Wood County
According to the Wood County family income data, there are 4,283 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 522 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 717 | 3.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 522 | 2.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,435 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,717 | 7.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,457 | 11.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,283 | 19.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,543 | 16.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,239 | 19.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,543 | 7.1% |
| $200,000+ | 1,304 | 6.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wood County
5-person families (998 | 4.6%) account for the highest median family income in Wood County with $97,093 per family, while 2-person families (12,197 | 56.1%) have the highest median income of $34,260 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 12,197 (56.1%) | $68,520 |
| 3-Person Families | 5,044 (23.2%) | $79,487 |
| 4-Person Families | 2,873 (13.2%) | $84,775 |
| 5-Person Families | 998 (4.6%) | $97,093 |
| 6-Person Families | 491 (2.3%) | $80,495 |
| 7+ Person Families | 136 (0.6%) | $70,000 |
| Total | 21,739 (100.0%) | $72,942 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wood County
The median family income in Wood County is $72,942, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,513) having the highest median family income of $127,043, while families with no earners (4,435) have the lowest median family income of $50,979, accounting for 7.0% and 20.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 4,435 (20.4%) | $50,979 |
| 1 Earner | 7,633 (35.1%) | $55,967 |
| 2 Earners | 8,158 (37.5%) | $94,733 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,513 (7.0%) | $127,043 |
| Total | 21,739 (100.0%) | $72,942 |
Household Income in Wood County
Household Income Brackets in Wood County
With 6,220 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wood County, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 1,493 households (4.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 2,026 | 5.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2,026 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4,088 | 11.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3,910 | 11.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4,514 | 12.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6,220 | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,159 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 5,261 | 14.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,848 | 5.2% |
| $200,000+ | 1,493 | 4.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wood County
The median household income in Wood County is $54,350, with the highest median household income of $66,345 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 13,327 households (37.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,890, with 1,159 households (3.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1,159 (3.3%) | $34,890 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 9,060 (25.5%) | $58,591 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 13,327 (37.5%) | $66,345 |
| 65+ Years | 11,998 (33.8%) | $43,074 |
| Total | 35,544 (100.0%) | $54,350 |
Poverty in Wood County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wood County
With 13.5% poverty level for males and 16.0% for females among the residents of Wood County, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 122 males (30.0%) and 136 females (30.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 435 (20.6%) | 558 (26.9%) |
| 5 Years | 71 (16.4%) | 136 (30.1%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 657 (20.4%) | 502 (17.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 214 (16.1%) | 217 (13.8%) |
| 15 Years | 122 (30.0%) | 67 (12.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 201 (17.1%) | 115 (12.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 681 (21.3%) | 629 (21.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 787 (17.1%) | 977 (20.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 611 (12.3%) | 799 (15.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 640 (11.6%) | 857 (15.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 588 (9.9%) | 874 (14.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 330 (7.0%) | 554 (10.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 140 (4.8%) | 495 (11.5%) |
| Total | 5,477 (13.5%) | 6,780 (16.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wood County
According to the poverty statistics in Wood County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.3% of males and 89.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,674 (79.4%) | 1,519 (73.1%) |
| 5 Years | 363 (83.6%) | 316 (69.9%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 2,557 (79.6%) | 2,324 (82.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,113 (83.9%) | 1,359 (86.2%) |
| 15 Years | 285 (70.0%) | 482 (87.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 978 (83.0%) | 810 (87.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,510 (78.7%) | 2,307 (78.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 3,822 (82.9%) | 3,707 (79.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,364 (87.7%) | 4,253 (84.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,867 (88.4%) | 4,552 (84.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,334 (90.1%) | 5,352 (86.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,376 (93.0%) | 4,796 (89.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,809 (95.3%) | 3,827 (88.5%) |
| Total | 35,052 (86.5%) | 35,604 (84.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wood County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wood County show that 4.8% or 788 of the total 16,318 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 15.7%, comprising of 158 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 10,423 (96.5%) | 378 (3.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4,221 (94.4%) | 252 (5.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 847 (84.3%) | 158 (15.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15,530 (95.2%) | 788 (4.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wood County
According to the poverty data in Wood County, 17.6% or 304 single-father households and 28.7% or 1,059 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 14 households (37.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 62 (6.5%) | 193 (14.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 228 (30.8%) | 679 (32.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 14 (37.8%) | 170 (73.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Total | 304 (17.6%) | 1,059 (28.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wood County
The poverty data for Wood County shows that 788 of the married-couple family households (4.8%) and 1,363 of the single-parent households (25.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 158 households (15.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 378 (3.5%) | 255 (11.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 252 (5.6%) | 907 (32.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 158 (15.7%) | 184 (68.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Total | 788 (4.8%) | 1,363 (25.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wood County
Employment by Class of Employer in Wood County
Among the 35,520 employed individuals in Wood County, private company employees (24,033 | 67.7%), not-for-profit organizations (3,019 | 8.5%), and local government employees (2,480 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 24,033 | 67.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,032 | 2.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,394 | 3.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 3,019 | 8.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 2,480 | 7.0% |
| State Government Employees | 1,928 | 5.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,560 | 4.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 74 | 0.2% |
| Total | 35,520 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wood County
According to the labor force statistics for Wood County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (68,827), 55.2% or 37,993 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 2,014 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 82.4% or 3,734 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.6% or 210 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 1,130 (28.4%) | 210 (18.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 3,734 (82.4%) | 246 (6.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 3,824 (79.6%) | 203 (5.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 3,651 (79.5%) | 325 (8.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7,907 (78.5%) | 387 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 8,578 (78.3%) | 335 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 4,133 (66.6%) | 136 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,681 (44.9%) | 83 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,929 (18.9%) | 52 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 436 (5.8%) | 22 (5.1%) |
| Total | 37,993 (55.2%) | 2,014 (5.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wood County
According to labor force statistics for Wood County, 72.2% of individuals (30,758) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (42,601) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 1,476 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.4% or 8,312 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.9% or 262 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,759 (47.6%) | 551 (14.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 9,700 (66.3%) | 849 (5.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 11,001 (74.5%) | 591 (4.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 8,312 (87.4%) | 228 (2.4%) |
| Total | 30,758 (72.2%) | 2,045 (4.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wood County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wood County are Community & Social Service (3,510 | 9.8%), Management (3,173 | 8.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,646 | 7.4%), Education Instruction & Library (2,037 | 5.7%), and Business & Financial (1,769 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wood County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (86.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (70.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.6%), Health Technologists (72.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (69.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,545 (48.7%) | 1,628 (51.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 747 (42.2%) | 1,022 (57.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,095 (76.9%) | 329 (23.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 400 (70.7%) | 166 (29.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 517 (86.3%) | 82 (13.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 178 (68.7%) | 81 (31.3%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,272 (36.2%) | 2,238 (63.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 384 (48.1%) | 414 (51.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 133 (49.4%) | 136 (50.6%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 620 (30.4%) | 1,417 (69.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 135 (33.3%) | 271 (66.7%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 699 (26.4%) | 1,947 (73.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 429 (27.3%) | 1,141 (72.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 5,358 (42.8%) | 7,164 (57.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 18,544 (51.6%) | 17,357 (48.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wood County are Food Preparation & Serving (2,171 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,414 | 3.9%), Healthcare Support (1,360 | 3.8%), Personal Care & Service (595 | 1.7%), and Security & Protection (479 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wood County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (84.9%), Security & Protection (84.8%), and Law Enforcement (84.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.0%), Personal Care & Service (74.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 81 (6.0%) | 1,279 (94.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 406 (84.8%) | 73 (15.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 152 (84.9%) | 27 (15.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 254 (84.7%) | 46 (15.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 623 (28.7%) | 1,548 (71.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 749 (53.0%) | 665 (47.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 152 (25.6%) | 443 (74.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,011 (33.4%) | 4,008 (66.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 18,544 (51.6%) | 17,357 (48.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wood County are Sales & Related (4,205 | 11.7%), and Office & Administration (4,202 | 11.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 2,058 (48.9%) | 2,147 (51.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 1,251 (29.8%) | 2,951 (70.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,309 (39.4%) | 5,098 (60.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 18,544 (51.6%) | 17,357 (48.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wood County are Construction & Extraction (2,007 | 5.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,252 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (113 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 113 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,976 (98.5%) | 31 (1.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 1,217 (97.2%) | 35 (2.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,306 (98.0%) | 66 (2.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 18,544 (51.6%) | 17,357 (48.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wood County are Production (2,127 | 5.9%), Transportation (1,867 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (1,587 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,782 (83.8%) | 345 (16.2%) |
| Transportation | 1,720 (92.1%) | 147 (7.9%) |
| Material Moving | 1,058 (66.7%) | 529 (33.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,560 (81.7%) | 1,021 (18.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 18,544 (51.6%) | 17,357 (48.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wood County
Employment Industries in Wood County
The major employment industries in Wood County include Health Care & Social Assistance (6,133 | 17.1%), Retail Trade (5,415 | 15.1%), Manufacturing (3,983 | 11.1%), Educational Services (3,073 | 8.6%), and Accommodation & Food Services (2,953 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wood County
The Wood County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (99.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.4%), Finance & Insurance (80.0%), and Educational Services (59.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 160 (94.1%) | 10 (5.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 438 (99.8%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| Construction | 1,752 (88.8%) | 221 (11.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 3,443 (86.4%) | 540 (13.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 422 (89.0%) | 52 (11.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 2,565 (47.4%) | 2,850 (52.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,806 (91.9%) | 159 (8.1%) |
| Utilities | 251 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 128 (58.5%) | 91 (41.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 260 (20.0%) | 1,042 (80.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 211 (44.3%) | 265 (55.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 823 (49.8%) | 828 (50.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 603 (53.8%) | 517 (46.2%) |
| Educational Services | 1,252 (40.7%) | 1,821 (59.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,080 (17.6%) | 5,053 (82.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 277 (63.5%) | 159 (36.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,216 (41.2%) | 1,737 (58.8%) |
| Public Administration | 1,001 (42.2%) | 1,372 (57.8%) |
| Total | 18,544 (51.6%) | 17,357 (48.3%) |
Education in Wood County
School Enrollment in Wood County
The most common levels of schooling among the 16,847 students in Wood County are middle school (4,236 | 25.1%), high school (4,200 | 24.9%), and elementary school (3,685 | 21.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 939 | 5.6% |
| Kindergarten | 842 | 5.0% |
| Elementary School | 3,685 | 21.9% |
| Middle School | 4,236 | 25.1% |
| High School | 4,200 | 24.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,419 | 14.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 526 | 3.1% |
| Total | 16,847 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wood County
Out of a total of 16,847 students who are enrolled in schools in Wood County, 2,662 (15.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 14,185 (84.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 166 (26.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 4,904 (93.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 455 (73.3%) | 166 (26.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 3,345 (78.0%) | 945 (22.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 4,904 (93.4%) | 349 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 2,616 (86.8%) | 398 (13.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 864 (74.7%) | 293 (25.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 955 (83.3%) | 192 (16.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 480 (76.1%) | 151 (23.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 558 (76.0%) | 176 (24.0%) |
| Total | 14,185 (84.2%) | 2,662 (15.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wood County
Business (3,105 | 21.8%), education (2,971 | 20.9%), science & technology (1,538 | 10.8%), arts & humanities (1,017 | 7.1%), and bio, nature & agricultural (873 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 14,234 individuals in Wood County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 503 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 873 | 6.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 510 | 3.6% |
| Psychology | 652 | 4.6% |
| Social Sciences | 419 | 2.9% |
| Engineering | 809 | 5.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 102 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 1,538 | 10.8% |
| Business | 3,105 | 21.8% |
| Education | 2,971 | 20.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 345 | 2.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 517 | 3.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 408 | 2.9% |
| Communications | 465 | 3.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 1,017 | 7.1% |
| Total | 14,234 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wood County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wood County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wood County are males with 2 vehicles (8,583, accounting for 46.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (7,468, making up 50.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 669 (3.6%) | 596 (3.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,151 (17.1%) | 4,143 (24.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 8,583 (46.6%) | 7,468 (44.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 4,009 (21.8%) | 3,251 (19.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,176 (6.4%) | 1,092 (6.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 828 (4.5%) | 440 (2.6%) |
| Total | 18,416 (100.0%) | 16,990 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wood County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wood County are 15 to 19 minutes (7,056 commuters, 21.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (6,699 commuters, 20.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (6,398 commuters, 19.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,149 | 3.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,544 | 10.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 6,699 | 20.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 7,056 | 21.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 6,398 | 19.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 2,039 | 6.2% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,697 | 8.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 341 | 1.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 481 | 1.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,079 | 3.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,113 | 3.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 472 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wood County
The most common commute times in Wood County are 20 to 24 minutes (3,661 commuters, 20.8%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (3,694 commuters, 23.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 584 (3.3%) | 565 (3.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,623 (9.2%) | 1,921 (12.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,005 (17.1%) | 3,694 (23.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 3,579 (20.3%) | 3,477 (22.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 3,661 (20.8%) | 2,737 (17.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 987 (5.6%) | 1,052 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,553 (8.8%) | 1,144 (7.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 291 (1.7%) | 50 (0.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 389 (2.2%) | 92 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 772 (4.4%) | 307 (2.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 756 (4.3%) | 357 (2.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 399 (2.3%) | 73 (0.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wood County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wood County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,752, 15.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (2,910, 18.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 976 (5.6%) | 302 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 1,284 (7.3%) | 139 (0.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 1,776 (10.1%) | 683 (4.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,291 (7.3%) | 661 (4.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 2,472 (14.1%) | 1,121 (7.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 2,752 (15.6%) | 2,755 (17.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,754 (10.0%) | 2,910 (18.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,482 (8.4%) | 1,970 (12.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 578 (3.3%) | 884 (5.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 502 (2.9%) | 719 (4.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 294 (1.7%) | 392 (2.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 151 (0.9%) | 176 (1.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 795 (4.5%) | 1,560 (10.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,492 (8.5%) | 1,197 (7.7%) |
| Total | 17,599 (100.0%) | 15,469 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wood County
Occupancy by Ownership in Wood County
Of the total 35,544 dwellings in Wood County, owner-occupied units account for 26,537 (74.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 9,007 (25.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 26,537 | 74.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 9,007 | 25.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 35,544 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wood County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 11,968 | 33.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 12,917 | 36.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 5,583 | 15.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 5,076 | 14.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 35,544 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wood County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 7,635 (63.8%) | 4,333 (36.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 10,414 (80.6%) | 2,503 (19.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 4,524 (81.0%) | 1,059 (19.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,964 (78.1%) | 1,112 (21.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 26,537 (74.7%) | 9,007 (25.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wood County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,584 (55.0%) | 1,294 (45.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 8,416 (71.5%) | 3,348 (28.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 9,266 (74.6%) | 3,162 (25.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 7,271 (85.8%) | 1,203 (14.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wood County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 5,233 | 14.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,986 | 14.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 6,189 | 17.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 7,138 | 20.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6,636 | 18.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 4,008 | 11.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 1,354 | 3.8% |
| Total | 35,544 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wood County
Median Income by Occupancy in Wood County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 26,537 (74.7%) | $66,334 |
| Renter-Occupied | 9,007 (25.3%) | $29,759 |
| Average | 35,544 (100.0%) | $54,350 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wood County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 597 (2.2%) | 467 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 473 (1.8%) | 479 (5.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 877 (3.3%) | 1,156 (12.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 1,108 (4.2%) | 865 (9.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 1,210 (4.6%) | 903 (10.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2,306 (8.7%) | 1,606 (17.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3,305 (12.4%) | 1,194 (13.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,941 (18.6%) | 1,286 (14.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,682 (13.9%) | 489 (5.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 4,866 (18.3%) | 394 (4.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 3,172 (11.9%) | 168 (1.9%) |
| Total | 26,537 (100.0%) | 9,007 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wood County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 4,521 (17.0%) | 559 (6.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 5,821 (21.9%) | 865 (9.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 5,577 (21.0%) | 2,867 (31.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 3,303 (12.4%) | 2,040 (22.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 4,333 (16.3%) | 1,566 (17.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,920 (7.2%) | 87 (1.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 486 (1.8%) | 13 (0.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 283 (1.1%) | 24 (0.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 293 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 26,537 (100.0%) | 9,007 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wood County
Housing Structures in Wood County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 27,416 | 77.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 346 | 1.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 983 | 2.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 1,643 | 4.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 827 | 2.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,731 | 4.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,598 | 7.3% |
| Total | 35,544 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wood County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 24,000 (87.5%) | 3,416 (12.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 226 (65.3%) | 120 (34.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 42 (4.3%) | 941 (95.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 78 (4.8%) | 1,565 (95.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 827 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 1,731 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,191 (84.3%) | 407 (15.7%) |
| Total | 26,537 (74.7%) | 9,007 (25.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wood County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 155 (0.6%) | 357 (4.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 391 (1.5%) | 1,807 (20.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 6,107 (23.0%) | 4,378 (48.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 10,878 (41.0%) | 1,969 (21.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 9,006 (33.9%) | 496 (5.5%) |
| Total | 26,537 (100.0%) | 9,007 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wood County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 20,631 (77.7%) | 4,923 (54.7%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 929 (3.5%) | 245 (2.7%) |
| Electricity | 4,105 (15.5%) | 3,703 (41.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 54 (0.2%) | 4 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 796 (3.0%) | 94 (1.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 22 (0.1%) | 38 (0.4%) |
| Total | 26,537 (100.0%) | 9,007 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wood County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 943 (3.5%) | 2,032 (22.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 7,934 (29.9%) | 4,577 (50.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 11,797 (44.5%) | 1,991 (22.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 5,863 (22.1%) | 407 (4.5%) |
| Total | 26,537 (100.0%) | 9,007 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wood County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wood County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 13,048 | 13,489 |
| Median Property Value | $128,200 | $151,900 |
| Median Household Income | $50,642 | $2,175 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $355 | $278 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $822 | $562 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wood County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 2,179 (16.7%) | 896 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 2,855 (21.9%) | 2,863 (21.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 6,823 (52.3%) | 8,208 (60.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 973 (7.5%) | 1,049 (7.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 137 (1.1%) | 256 (1.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 39 (0.3%) | 45 (0.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 42 (0.3%) | 172 (1.3%) |
| Total | 13,048 (100.0%) | 13,489 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wood County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 775 (5.9%) | 352 (2.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 2,406 (18.4%) | 295 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,485 (11.4%) | 789 (5.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,772 (13.6%) | 821 (6.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,214 (17.0%) | 1,533 (11.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,573 (12.1%) | 2,727 (20.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,826 (14.0%) | 2,109 (15.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 997 (7.6%) | 3,040 (22.5%) |
| Total | 13,048 (100.0%) | 13,489 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wood County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 5,532 (42.4%) | 81,271 (602.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 2,452 (18.8%) | 7,161 (53.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 1,464 (11.2%) | 2,760 (20.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 3,372 (25.8%) | 1,454 (10.8%) |
| Total | 13,048 (100.0%) | 13,489 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wood County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 5,928 (45.4%) | 43 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,308 (33.0%) | 4,548 (33.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,985 (15.2%) | 5,426 (40.2%) |
| Total | 13,048 (100.0%) | 13,489 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wood County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wood County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 5,266 (98.0%) | 109 (2.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 12,777 (96.7%) | 430 (3.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 5,307 (88.8%) | 672 (11.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 7,302 (85.5%) | 1,243 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 9,077 (90.5%) | 950 (9.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 9,792 (89.7%) | 1,124 (10.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11,039 (91.1%) | 1,074 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10,030 (99.7%) | 26 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 7,271 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 77,861 (93.3%) | 5,628 (6.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wood County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 5,266 (98.0%) | 109 (2.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 12,777 (96.7%) | 430 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 5,307 (88.8%) | 672 (11.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wood County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 12,210 (92.9%) | 936 (7.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 15,854 (92.1%) | 1,355 (7.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13,638 (90.2%) | 1,489 (9.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10,581 (95.1%) | 540 (4.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 25,194 (95.2%) | 1,264 (4.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wood County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 3,050 (56.7%) | 2,673 (49.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,230 (47.2%) | 7,224 (54.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,765 (29.5%) | 3,887 (65.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,639 (30.9%) | 4,892 (57.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,182 (31.7%) | 6,507 (64.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,784 (25.5%) | 7,618 (69.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,609 (29.8%) | 8,272 (68.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9,635 (95.8%) | 6,055 (60.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 7,232 (99.5%) | 5,050 (69.5%) |
| Total | 40,126 (48.1%) | 52,178 (62.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wood County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 536 (8.1%) | 450 (7.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 777 (10.0%) | 1,007 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 3,277 (20.0%) | 2,873 (17.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,691 (35.9%) | 1,143 (21.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,217 (41.3%) | 1,937 (44.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wood County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 15 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 70 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 86 (1.1%) | 85 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 812 (5.0%) | 467 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 658 (14.0%) | 245 (4.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 604 (20.5%) | 829 (19.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 162 (2.5%) | 67 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 113 (1.5%) | 115 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 512 (3.1%) | 391 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 299 (6.4%) | 199 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 166 (5.6%) | 324 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 419 (6.3%) | 386 (6.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 572 (7.4%) | 724 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,118 (6.8%) | 1,161 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 245 (5.2%) | 183 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 211 (7.1%) | 473 (10.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (0.3%) | 64 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 90 (1.2%) | 282 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,765 (10.8%) | 1,731 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,053 (22.4%) | 769 (14.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 745 (25.3%) | 1,236 (28.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 61 (0.9%) | 34 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (0.4%) | 165 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 647 (4.0%) | 578 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 209 (4.4%) | 157 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 194 (6.6%) | 468 (10.8%) |
Technology Access in Wood County
Computing Device Access in Wood County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 24,892 | 70.0% |
| Smartphone | 28,428 | 80.0% |
| Tablet | 20,040 | 56.4% |
| No Computing Device | 3,519 | 9.9% |
| Total | 35,544 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wood County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 87 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 24,325 | 68.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 4,214 | 11.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,703 | 4.8% |
| No Internet | 5,744 | 16.2% |
| Total | 35,544 | 100.0% |
Wood County Summary
Wood County is located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, and is bordered by Ohio to the north, Marshall County to the east, Wirt County to the south, and Washington County to the west. The county seat is Parkersburg, and the county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4 square miles is water. As of the 2010 census, the population of Wood County was 86,956, making it the fifth most populous county in West Virginia.
History
Wood County was formed in 1798 from parts of Harrison and Ohio Counties. It was named for James Wood, who was the Governor of Virginia from 1796 to 1799. The county was originally part of the Northwest Territory, and was later part of the state of Virginia until 1863, when it became part of West Virginia.
During the Civil War, Wood County was a major center of Union activity, and was the site of several battles. The Battle of Parkersburg was fought in the county in 1861, and the Battle of Buffington Island was fought in the county in 1863.
Geography
Wood County is located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, and is bordered by Ohio to the north, Marshall County to the east, Wirt County to the south, and Washington County to the west. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, of which 437 square miles is land and 4 square miles is water.
The county is mostly hilly, with the highest point being the summit of Little Hocking Hill, which has an elevation of 1,541 feet. The county is drained by the Little Kanawha River, which flows through the county from north to south.
Economy
Wood County has a diverse economy, with the largest sectors being manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. The county is home to several large manufacturing companies, including DuPont, Bayer, and PPG Industries. The county is also home to several hospitals and medical centers, including Camden Clark Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital.
Retail is also an important part of the county's economy, with several large shopping centers and malls located in the county. The Grand Central Mall in Vienna is the largest shopping center in the county, and is home to over 100 stores and restaurants.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Wood County was 86,956, making it the fifth most populous county in West Virginia. The population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38.3 years.
The racial makeup of the county was 94.2% White, 2.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $51,945. The per capita income for the county was $21,945. About 10.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wood County?
Total Population of Wood County is 84,272.
What is the Total Male Population of Wood County?
Total Male Population of Wood County is 41,185.
What is the Total Female Population of Wood County?
Total Female Population of Wood County is 43,087.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wood County?
There are 95.59 Males per 100 Females in Wood County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wood County?
There are 104.62 Females per 100 Males in Wood County.
What is the Median Population Age in Wood County?
Median Population Age in Wood County is 43.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wood County
Average Family Size in Wood County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wood County
Average Household Size in Wood County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wood County?
Per Capita income in Wood County is $31,932.
What is the Median Family Income in Wood County?
Median Family Income in Wood County is $72,942.
What is the Median Household income in Wood County?
Median Household Income in Wood County is $54,350.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wood County?
Income or Wage Gap in Wood County is 33.2%.
Women in Wood County earn 66.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Wood County?
Family Income Deficit in Wood County is $9,952.
Families that are below poverty line in Wood County earn $9,952 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wood County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wood County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wood County?
There are 37,993 People in the Labor Forcein in Wood County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wood County?
55.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Wood County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wood County?
Unemployment Rate in Wood County is 5.3%.