Drew County, AR
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Drew County Overview
17,309
TOTAL POPULATION
8,401
MALE POPULATION
8,908
FEMALE POPULATION
94.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.03
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,349
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,163
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,968
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
89.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,384
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Drew County Area Codes
Race in Drew County
The most populous races in Drew County are White / Caucasian (11,655 | 67.3%), Black / African American (4,654 | 26.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (698 | 4.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 125 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 4,654 | 26.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 698 | 4.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 8 | 0.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 11,655 | 67.3% |
| Two or more Races | 690 | 4.0% |
| Some other Race | 177 | 1.0% |
| Total | 17,309 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Drew County
The most populous ancestries reported in Drew County are Irish (1,458 | 8.4%), English (922 | 5.3%), American (802 | 4.6%), German (512 | 3.0%), and African (491 | 2.8%), together accounting for 24.2% of all Drew County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 491 | 2.8% |
| American | 802 | 4.6% |
| Belizean | 29 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 6 | 0.0% |
| British | 46 | 0.3% |
| Canadian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 42 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 22 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 41 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 85 | 0.5% |
| Dutch West Indian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 31 | 0.2% |
| English | 922 | 5.3% |
| European | 108 | 0.6% |
| French | 246 | 1.4% |
| German | 512 | 3.0% |
| Greek | 9 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 74 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 32 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 1,458 | 8.4% |
| Iroquois | 43 | 0.3% |
| Italian | 194 | 1.1% |
| Jamaican | 31 | 0.2% |
| Korean | 35 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 374 | 2.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 16 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 42 | 0.2% |
| Russian | 125 | 0.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 131 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 240 | 1.4% |
| Sioux | 11 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 42 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 310 | 1.8% |
| Subsaharan African | 491 | 2.8% |
| Swedish | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swiss | 9 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 87 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 3 | 0.0% | View All 40 Rows |
Immigrants in Drew County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Drew County came from Latin America (225 | 1.3%), Central America (181 | 1.1%), Mexico (181 | 1.1%), Asia (117 | 0.7%), and India (56 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.4% of all Drew County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 12 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 117 | 0.7% |
| Caribbean | 44 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 181 | 1.1% |
| China | 25 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 25 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 21 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 21 | 0.1% |
| Ghana | 12 | 0.1% |
| Haiti | 13 | 0.1% |
| India | 56 | 0.3% |
| Jamaica | 12 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 225 | 1.3% |
| Mexico | 181 | 1.1% |
| Philippines | 6 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 56 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 12 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 30 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 21 | 0.1% |
| Yemen | 30 | 0.2% | View All 21 Rows |
Sex and Age in Drew County
Sex and Age in Drew County
The most populous age groups in Drew County are 15 to 19 Years (1,114 | 13.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (773 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 527 (6.3%) | 479 (5.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 515 (6.1%) | 407 (4.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 554 (6.6%) | 649 (7.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,114 (13.3%) | 765 (8.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 620 (7.4%) | 773 (8.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 368 (4.4%) | 495 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 434 (5.2%) | 565 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 436 (5.2%) | 399 (4.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 446 (5.3%) | 554 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 453 (5.4%) | 497 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 475 (5.7%) | 450 (5.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 432 (5.1%) | 533 (6.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 697 (8.3%) | 587 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 499 (5.9%) | 514 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 352 (4.2%) | 416 (4.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 270 (3.2%) | 473 (5.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 127 (1.5%) | 191 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 82 (1.0%) | 161 (1.8%) |
| Total | 8,401 (100.0%) | 8,908 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Drew County
Median Family Size in Drew County
The median family size in Drew County is 3.00 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,129 | 74.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (248 | 5.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.51 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,129 (74.0%) | 3.08 |
| Single Male/Father | 248 (5.9%) | 2.51 |
| Single Female/Mother | 854 (20.2%) | 2.84 |
| Total Families | 4,231 (100.0%) | 3.00 |
Median Household Size in Drew County
The median household size in Drew County is 2.38 persons per household, with single male/father households (248 | 3.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (2,682 | 38.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,129 (45.3%) | 3.09 |
| Single Male/Father | 248 (3.6%) | 3.12 |
| Single Female/Mother | 854 (12.3%) | 2.95 |
| Non-family | 2,682 (38.8%) | 1.31 |
| Total Households | 6,913 (100.0%) | 2.38 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Drew County
Out of a total of 6,913 households in Drew County, 4,231 (61.2%) are family households, while 2,682 (38.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,853, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,059.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,059 (29.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,853 (26.8%) | 499 (7.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,010 (14.6%) | 80 (1.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 851 (12.3%) | 44 (0.6%) |
| 5-Person Households | 343 (5.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 73 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 101 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,231 (61.2%) | 2,682 (38.8%) |
Female Fertility in Drew County
Fertility by Age in Drew County
Average fertility rate in Drew County is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 92.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 12 (7.3%) | 16.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 152 (92.7%) | 83.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 164 (100.0%) | 40.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Drew County
61.6% of women with births (164) in Drew County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 33.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 101 (66.4%) | 51 (33.6%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 101 (61.6%) | 63 (38.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Drew County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 12 (7.3%) | 21.0 |
| High School Diploma | 25 (15.2%) | 30.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 113 (68.9%) | 63.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (8.5%) | 51.0 |
| Total | 164 (100.0%) | 40.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Drew County
38.4% of women with births in Drew County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2 (8.0%) | 23 (92.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 85 (75.2%) | 28 (24.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 101 (61.6%) | 63 (38.4%) |
Income in Drew County
Income Overview in Drew County
Per Capita Income in Drew County is $27,349, while median incomes of families and households are $63,163 and $44,968 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 17,309 | $27,349 |
| Median Family Income | 4,231 | $63,163 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,231 | $83,032 |
| Median Household Income | 6,913 | $44,968 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,913 | $66,829 |
| Income Deficit | 4,231 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 17,309 | 10.79% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 17,309 | 89.21¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 17,309 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Drew County
Average Earnings in Drew County are $35,123, $36,529 for men and $32,588 for women, a difference of 10.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,118 (53.0%) | $36,529 |
| Female | 3,658 (47.0%) | $32,588 |
| Total | 7,776 (100.0%) | $35,123 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Drew County
The most common earnings brackets in Drew County are $100,000+ for men (464 | 11.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (344 | 9.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 221 (5.4%) | 217 (5.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 278 (6.8%) | 150 (4.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 199 (4.8%) | 284 (7.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 99 (2.4%) | 39 (1.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 39 (0.9%) | 42 (1.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 101 (2.5%) | 137 (3.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 47 (1.1%) | 92 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 180 (4.4%) | 272 (7.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 57 (1.4%) | 127 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 131 (3.2%) | 85 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 337 (8.2%) | 344 (9.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 274 (6.7%) | 122 (3.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 234 (5.7%) | 299 (8.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 268 (6.5%) | 252 (6.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 333 (8.1%) | 202 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 36 (0.9%) | 179 (4.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 236 (5.7%) | 217 (5.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 159 (3.9%) | 199 (5.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 425 (10.3%) | 177 (4.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 464 (11.3%) | 222 (6.1%) |
| Total | 4,118 (100.0%) | 3,658 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Drew County
Average earnings in Drew County are $45,021 for men and $37,769 for women, a difference of 16.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,286, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,500. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,821, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,116.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $30,500 | $45,865 |
| High School Diploma | $42,344 | $21,116 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $45,185 | $31,510 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $81,286 | $45,261 |
| Graduate Degree | $57,969 | $51,821 |
| Total | $45,021 | $37,769 |
Family Income in Drew County
Family Income Brackets in Drew County
According to the Drew County family income data, there are 757 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 89 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 283 | 6.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 89 | 2.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 216 | 5.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 465 | 11.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 622 | 14.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 732 | 17.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 571 | 13.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 757 | 17.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 313 | 7.4% |
| $200,000+ | 178 | 4.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Drew County
5-person families (250 | 5.9%) account for the highest median family income in Drew County with $97,679 per family, while 2-person families (2,010 | 47.5%) have the highest median income of $29,817 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,010 (47.5%) | $59,634 |
| 3-Person Families | 921 (21.8%) | $51,587 |
| 4-Person Families | 876 (20.7%) | $87,188 |
| 5-Person Families | 250 (5.9%) | $97,679 |
| 6-Person Families | 84 (2.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 90 (2.1%) | $80,909 |
| Total | 4,231 (100.0%) | $63,163 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Drew County
The median family income in Drew County is $63,163, with families comprising 3+ earners (230) having the highest median family income of $132,500, while families with no earners (659) have the lowest median family income of $29,855, accounting for 5.4% and 15.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 659 (15.6%) | $29,855 |
| 1 Earner | 1,593 (37.7%) | $47,232 |
| 2 Earners | 1,749 (41.3%) | $95,422 |
| 3+ Earners | 230 (5.4%) | $132,500 |
| Total | 4,231 (100.0%) | $63,163 |
Household Income in Drew County
Household Income Brackets in Drew County
With 995 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Drew County, accounting for 14.4% of all households. In contrast, only 256 households (3.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 608 | 8.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 560 | 8.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 830 | 12.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 871 | 12.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 899 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 995 | 14.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 677 | 9.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 850 | 12.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 366 | 5.3% |
| $200,000+ | 256 | 3.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Drew County
The median household income in Drew County is $44,968, with the highest median household income of $64,807 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,114 households (30.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 441 households (6.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 441 (6.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,114 (30.6%) | $64,807 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,315 (33.5%) | $49,757 |
| 65+ Years | 2,043 (29.5%) | $27,660 |
| Total | 6,913 (100.0%) | $44,968 |
Poverty in Drew County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Drew County
With 18.6% poverty level for males and 23.9% for females among the residents of Drew County, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 129 males (68.2%) and 399 females (42.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 230 (43.6%) | 184 (38.4%) |
| 5 Years | 7 (14.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 255 (35.3%) | 234 (37.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 13 (4.9%) | 56 (14.2%) |
| 15 Years | 129 (68.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 343 (34.5%) | 399 (42.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 58 (7.2%) | 275 (26.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 103 (11.8%) | 137 (14.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 88 (9.5%) | 251 (26.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 77 (7.0%) | 294 (26.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (14.3%) | 105 (11.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (11.7%) | 101 (13.4%) |
| Total | 1,477 (18.6%) | 2,036 (23.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Drew County
According to the poverty statistics in Drew County, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 297 (56.4%) | 295 (61.6%) |
| 5 Years | 41 (85.4%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 468 (64.7%) | 383 (62.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 251 (95.1%) | 337 (85.8%) |
| 15 Years | 60 (31.8%) | 109 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 200 (100.0%) | 265 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 651 (65.5%) | 547 (57.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 744 (92.8%) | 767 (73.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 770 (88.2%) | 816 (85.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 836 (90.5%) | 696 (73.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,020 (93.0%) | 802 (73.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 718 (85.7%) | 781 (88.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 408 (88.3%) | 654 (86.6%) |
| Total | 6,464 (81.4%) | 6,469 (76.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Drew County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Drew County show that 9.8% or 307 of the total 3,129 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 75.0%, comprising of 27 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.9%, which includes 77 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,635 (90.9%) | 163 (9.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 900 (92.1%) | 77 (7.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 278 (87.4%) | 40 (12.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (25.0%) | 27 (75.0%) |
| Total | 2,822 (90.2%) | 307 (9.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Drew County
According to the poverty data in Drew County, 2.8% or 7 single-father households and 29.7% or 254 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (4.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (2.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 7 (4.2%) | 151 (40.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (83.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 7 (2.8%) | 254 (29.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Drew County
The poverty data for Drew County shows that 307 of the married-couple family households (9.8%) and 261 of the single-parent households (23.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (75.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 163 (9.1%) | 11 (2.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 77 (7.9%) | 158 (29.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 40 (12.6%) | 83 (57.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 27 (75.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 307 (9.8%) | 261 (23.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Drew County
Employment by Class of Employer in Drew County
Among the 6,993 employed individuals in Drew County, private company employees (4,258 | 60.9%), state government employees (1,253 | 17.9%), and local government employees (590 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,258 | 60.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 280 | 4.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 238 | 3.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 243 | 3.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 590 | 8.4% |
| State Government Employees | 1,253 | 17.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 124 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 7 | 0.1% |
| Total | 6,993 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Drew County
According to the labor force statistics for Drew County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (13,880), 53.2% or 7,384 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 236 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.3% or 872 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.7% or 67 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 455 (28.8%) | 67 (14.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 734 (52.7%) | 52 (7.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 671 (77.8%) | 81 (12.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 872 (87.3%) | 14 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,462 (79.7%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,431 (76.3%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 626 (64.9%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 678 (52.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 408 (22.9%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 50 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,384 (53.2%) | 236 (3.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Drew County
According to labor force statistics for Drew County, 73.4% of individuals (5,741) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,821) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 115 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.5% or 1,845 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.9% or 72 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 416 (58.8%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,773 (66.0%) | 56 (2.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,704 (72.1%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,845 (89.5%) | 80 (3.9%) |
| Total | 5,741 (73.4%) | 156 (2.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Drew County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Drew County are Community & Social Service (1,145 | 16.0%), Education Instruction & Library (771 | 10.8%), Management (717 | 10.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (460 | 6.4%), and Business & Financial (301 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Drew County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (70.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.6%), Health Technologists (75.8%), and Legal Services & Support (75.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 363 (50.6%) | 354 (49.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 85 (28.2%) | 216 (71.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 150 (70.1%) | 64 (29.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 28 (30.4%) | 64 (69.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 458 (40.0%) | 687 (60.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 60 (39.7%) | 91 (60.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 20 (25.0%) | 60 (75.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 320 (41.5%) | 451 (58.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 58 (40.6%) | 85 (59.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 89 (19.4%) | 371 (80.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 38 (24.2%) | 119 (75.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,145 (40.4%) | 1,692 (59.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,757 (52.6%) | 3,389 (47.4%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Drew County are Healthcare Support (397 | 5.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (297 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (243 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (240 | 3.4%), and Law Enforcement (189 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Drew County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (86.3%), Security & Protection (85.4%), and Law Enforcement (85.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (60.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (38.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 156 (39.3%) | 241 (60.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 205 (85.4%) | 35 (14.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 44 (86.3%) | 7 (13.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 161 (85.2%) | 28 (14.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 192 (64.6%) | 105 (35.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 150 (61.7%) | 93 (38.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 82 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 703 (55.8%) | 556 (44.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,757 (52.6%) | 3,389 (47.4%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Drew County are Office & Administration (675 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (488 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 258 (52.9%) | 230 (47.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 8 (1.2%) | 667 (98.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 266 (22.9%) | 897 (77.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,757 (52.6%) | 3,389 (47.4%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Drew County are Construction & Extraction (319 | 4.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (282 | 4.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (188 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 154 (81.9%) | 34 (18.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 319 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 248 (87.9%) | 34 (12.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 721 (91.4%) | 68 (8.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,757 (52.6%) | 3,389 (47.4%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Drew County are Production (555 | 7.8%), Material Moving (307 | 4.3%), and Transportation (236 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 503 (90.6%) | 52 (9.4%) |
| Transportation | 222 (94.1%) | 14 (5.9%) |
| Material Moving | 197 (64.2%) | 110 (35.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 922 (84.0%) | 176 (16.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,757 (52.6%) | 3,389 (47.4%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Drew County
Employment Industries in Drew County
The major employment industries in Drew County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,244 | 17.4%), Educational Services (1,180 | 16.5%), Manufacturing (885 | 12.4%), Public Administration (642 | 9.0%), and Retail Trade (641 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Drew County
The Drew County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (93.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.0%), Administrative & Support (65.1%), and Finance & Insurance (63.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 275 (83.8%) | 53 (16.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 405 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 762 (86.1%) | 123 (13.9%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 81 (76.4%) | 25 (23.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 282 (44.0%) | 359 (56.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 122 (72.2%) | 47 (27.8%) |
| Utilities | 27 (37.5%) | 45 (62.5%) |
| Information | 79 (88.8%) | 10 (11.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 83 (36.4%) | 145 (63.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 24 (66.7%) | 12 (33.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 115 (52.3%) | 105 (47.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 58 (34.9%) | 108 (65.1%) |
| Educational Services | 465 (39.4%) | 715 (60.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 311 (25.0%) | 933 (75.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 61 (93.9%) | 4 (6.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 144 (43.8%) | 185 (56.2%) |
| Public Administration | 265 (41.3%) | 377 (58.7%) |
| Total | 3,757 (52.6%) | 3,389 (47.4%) |
Education in Drew County
School Enrollment in Drew County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,420 students in Drew County are college / undergraduate (1,775 | 32.8%), high school (1,240 | 22.9%), and middle school (968 | 17.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 196 | 3.6% |
| Kindergarten | 82 | 1.5% |
| Elementary School | 966 | 17.8% |
| Middle School | 968 | 17.9% |
| High School | 1,240 | 22.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,775 | 32.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 193 | 3.6% |
| Total | 5,420 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Drew County
Out of a total of 5,420 students who are enrolled in schools in Drew County, 683 (12.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,737 (87.4%) 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 179 (48.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 914 (99.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 154 (88.5%) | 20 (11.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 914 (99.1%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,087 (90.4%) | 116 (9.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 766 (90.9%) | 77 (9.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 791 (83.1%) | 161 (16.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 729 (88.3%) | 97 (11.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 190 (51.5%) | 179 (48.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 104 (79.4%) | 27 (20.6%) |
| Total | 4,737 (87.4%) | 683 (12.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Drew County
Business (538 | 18.3%), education (472 | 16.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (455 | 15.5%), science & technology (272 | 9.3%), and liberal arts & history (216 | 7.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,938 individuals in Drew County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 125 | 4.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 455 | 15.5% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 43 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 160 | 5.4% |
| Social Sciences | 152 | 5.2% |
| Engineering | 77 | 2.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 272 | 9.3% |
| Business | 538 | 18.3% |
| Education | 472 | 16.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 42 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 216 | 7.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 163 | 5.6% |
| Communications | 42 | 1.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 181 | 6.2% |
| Total | 2,938 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Drew County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Drew County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Drew County are males with 2 vehicles (1,628, accounting for 44.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,379, making up 50.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 92 (2.5%) | 66 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 509 (13.8%) | 646 (20.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,628 (44.2%) | 1,379 (42.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 961 (26.1%) | 730 (22.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 298 (8.1%) | 212 (6.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 197 (5.3%) | 202 (6.2%) |
| Total | 3,685 (100.0%) | 3,235 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Drew County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Drew County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,548 commuters, 22.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,194 commuters, 17.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,020 commuters, 14.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 508 | 7.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,194 | 17.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,548 | 22.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,020 | 14.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 776 | 11.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 208 | 3.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 539 | 7.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 48 | 0.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 140 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 398 | 5.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 370 | 5.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 89 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Drew County
The most common commute times in Drew County are 10 to 14 minutes (732 commuters, 20.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (816 commuters, 25.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 277 (7.6%) | 231 (7.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 538 (14.7%) | 656 (20.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 732 (20.0%) | 816 (25.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 579 (15.9%) | 441 (13.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 417 (11.4%) | 359 (11.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 68 (1.9%) | 140 (4.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 340 (9.3%) | 199 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 8 (0.2%) | 40 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 67 (1.8%) | 73 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 294 (8.1%) | 104 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 284 (7.8%) | 86 (2.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 48 (1.3%) | 41 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Drew County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Drew County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (567, 15.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (874, 27.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 396 (10.8%) | 123 (3.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 220 (6.0%) | 60 (1.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 328 (9.0%) | 93 (2.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 546 (14.9%) | 174 (5.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 448 (12.3%) | 319 (10.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 567 (15.5%) | 874 (27.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 260 (7.1%) | 583 (18.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 125 (3.4%) | 397 (12.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 77 (2.1%) | 75 (2.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 88 (2.4%) | 126 (4.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 43 (1.2%) | 85 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 37 (1.0%) | 22 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 183 (5.0%) | 127 (4.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 334 (9.1%) | 128 (4.0%) |
| Total | 3,652 (100.0%) | 3,186 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Drew County
Occupancy by Ownership in Drew County
Of the total 6,913 dwellings in Drew County, owner-occupied units account for 4,639 (67.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,274 (32.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,639 | 67.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,274 | 32.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,913 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Drew County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,059 | 29.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,352 | 34.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,090 | 15.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,412 | 20.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,913 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Drew County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,256 (61.0%) | 803 (39.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,606 (68.3%) | 746 (31.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 765 (70.2%) | 325 (29.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,012 (71.7%) | 400 (28.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 4,639 (67.1%) | 2,274 (32.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Drew County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 763 (81.4%) | 174 (18.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,453 (68.2%) | 676 (31.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,135 (51.0%) | 1,090 (49.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,288 (79.4%) | 334 (20.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Drew County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,397 | 20.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,158 | 16.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,124 | 16.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,191 | 17.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,161 | 16.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 734 | 10.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 148 | 2.1% |
| Total | 6,913 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Drew County
Median Income by Occupancy in Drew County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 4,639 (67.1%) | $52,933 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,274 (32.9%) | $27,152 |
| Average | 6,913 (100.0%) | $44,968 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Drew County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 158 (3.4%) | 147 (6.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 86 (1.8%) | 219 (9.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 127 (2.7%) | 432 (19.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 409 (8.8%) | 130 (5.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 210 (4.5%) | 79 (3.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 554 (11.9%) | 315 (13.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 637 (13.7%) | 259 (11.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 606 (13.1%) | 390 (17.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 496 (10.7%) | 183 (8.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 763 (16.5%) | 89 (3.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 593 (12.8%) | 31 (1.4%) |
| Total | 4,639 (100.0%) | 2,274 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Drew County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 668 (14.4%) | 276 (12.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,129 (24.3%) | 147 (6.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,041 (22.4%) | 763 (33.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 520 (11.2%) | 482 (21.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 586 (12.6%) | 234 (10.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 403 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 187 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 60 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 45 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,639 (100.0%) | 2,274 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Drew County
Housing Structures in Drew County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 4,253 | 61.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 17 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 277 | 4.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 284 | 4.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 163 | 2.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 373 | 5.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,546 | 22.4% |
| Total | 6,913 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Drew County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,318 (78.0%) | 935 (22.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 (35.3%) | 11 (64.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 277 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 284 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 163 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 373 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,315 (85.1%) | 231 (14.9%) |
| Total | 4,639 (67.1%) | 2,274 (32.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Drew County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 66 (1.4%) | 68 (3.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 57 (1.2%) | 569 (25.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,680 (36.2%) | 1,124 (49.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,803 (38.9%) | 381 (16.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,033 (22.3%) | 132 (5.8%) |
| Total | 4,639 (100.0%) | 2,274 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Drew County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,626 (35.0%) | 302 (13.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 608 (13.1%) | 133 (5.9%) |
| Electricity | 2,228 (48.0%) | 1,785 (78.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 138 (3.0%) | 27 (1.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 39 (0.8%) | 27 (1.2%) |
| Total | 4,639 (100.0%) | 2,274 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Drew County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 259 (5.6%) | 264 (11.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,127 (24.3%) | 1,090 (47.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,936 (41.7%) | 666 (29.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,317 (28.4%) | 254 (11.2%) |
| Total | 4,639 (100.0%) | 2,274 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Drew County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Drew County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,489 | 2,150 |
| Median Property Value | $91,300 | $171,500 |
| Median Household Income | $42,103 | $534 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $398 | $45 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $506 | $221 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Drew County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 701 (28.2%) | 282 (13.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 635 (25.5%) | 373 (17.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 934 (37.5%) | 1,168 (54.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 188 (7.5%) | 195 (9.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 129 (6.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 31 (1.3%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| Total | 2,489 (100.0%) | 2,150 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Drew County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 143 (5.8%) | 12 (0.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 610 (24.5%) | 101 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 350 (14.1%) | 136 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 370 (14.9%) | 204 (9.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 344 (13.8%) | 267 (12.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 241 (9.7%) | 262 (12.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 372 (14.9%) | 255 (11.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 59 (2.4%) | 391 (18.2%) |
| Total | 2,489 (100.0%) | 2,150 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Drew County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,255 (50.4%) | 82,741 (3,848.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 165 (6.6%) | 982 (45.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 308 (12.4%) | 534 (24.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 717 (28.8%) | 303 (14.1%) |
| Total | 2,489 (100.0%) | 2,150 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Drew County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,466 (58.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 374 (15.0%) | 1,021 (47.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 307 (12.3%) | 405 (18.8%) |
| Total | 2,489 (100.0%) | 2,150 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Drew County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Drew County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,040 (97.1%) | 31 (2.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,332 (97.2%) | 96 (2.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,959 (95.7%) | 89 (4.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,499 (93.3%) | 107 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,704 (93.5%) | 119 (6.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,589 (84.9%) | 282 (15.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,113 (96.4%) | 80 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,724 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,217 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16,177 (95.3%) | 804 (4.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Drew County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,040 (97.1%) | 31 (2.9%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,332 (97.2%) | 96 (2.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,959 (95.7%) | 89 (4.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Drew County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 3,634 (94.6%) | 206 (5.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,484 (93.3%) | 251 (6.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,039 (91.4%) | 191 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,977 (96.3%) | 76 (3.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,543 (98.5%) | 70 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Drew County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 664 (62.0%) | 386 (36.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,834 (53.5%) | 1,747 (51.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 628 (30.7%) | 1,507 (73.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 589 (36.7%) | 966 (60.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 386 (21.2%) | 1,327 (72.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 391 (20.9%) | 1,278 (68.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 806 (36.7%) | 1,509 (68.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,716 (99.5%) | 839 (48.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,217 (100.0%) | 546 (44.9%) |
| Total | 8,231 (48.5%) | 10,105 (59.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Drew County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 78 (5.3%) | 72 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 264 (12.5%) | 95 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 660 (22.8%) | 679 (22.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 442 (52.7%) | 171 (19.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 341 (73.8%) | 424 (56.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Drew County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (1.4%) | 55 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 243 (8.4%) | 94 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 142 (17.0%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 174 (37.7%) | 158 (20.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 35 (1.7%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 107 (3.7%) | 143 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 58 (6.9%) | 12 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 48 (10.4%) | 35 (4.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (4.3%) | 30 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 191 (9.0%) | 54 (2.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 166 (5.7%) | 306 (10.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 99 (11.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (7.8%) | 95 (12.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 390 (13.5%) | 484 (16.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 348 (41.5%) | 165 (18.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 214 (46.3%) | 268 (35.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.5%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 118 (4.1%) | 223 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (11.7%) | 59 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (7.1%) | 115 (15.2%) |
Technology Access in Drew County
Computing Device Access in Drew County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,377 | 63.3% |
| Smartphone | 5,775 | 83.5% |
| Tablet | 3,255 | 47.1% |
| No Computing Device | 789 | 11.4% |
| Total | 6,913 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Drew County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 4 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 3,176 | 45.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,480 | 21.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 776 | 11.2% |
| No Internet | 1,635 | 23.6% |
| Total | 6,913 | 100.0% |
Drew County Summary
Drew County is located in the southeastern corner of Arkansas, and is part of the Arkansas Delta region. It is bordered by Chicot County to the north, Ashley County to the east, Desha County to the south, and Lincoln County to the west. The county seat is Monticello, and the largest city is Wilmar. As of the 2010 census, the population of Drew County was 18,509, making it the 33rd most populous county in Arkansas.
Geography
Drew County covers an area of 645 square miles, of which 643 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The landscape is dominated by agricultural fields, with some wooded areas in the northern part of the county. The Bayou Bartholomew, a tributary of the White River, runs through the county from east to west.
The climate of Drew County is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 48 inches.
History
Drew County was formed in 1846 from parts of Ashley, Bradley, and Chicot counties. It was named for Thomas Drew, the Governor of Arkansas from 1844 to 1849.
The first settlers in the area were Native Americans, who lived in the area for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The first Europeans to settle in the area were French trappers and traders, who arrived in the late 1700s. The first permanent settlers were Anglo-Americans, who began arriving in the early 1800s.
The county was largely agricultural in its early years, with cotton being the main crop. The county was also home to several sawmills and gristmills, which provided lumber and grain for the local population.
Economy
The economy of Drew County is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the county are cotton, soybeans, corn, and rice. The county is also home to several poultry farms, which produce eggs and poultry for the local market.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics factory. The county is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Drew County was 18,509, with a population density of 28.7 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 79.2% White, 18.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.9% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $32,917, and the median income for a family was $41,845. The per capita income for the county was $17,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Drew County?
Total Population of Drew County is 17,309.
What is the Total Male Population of Drew County?
Total Male Population of Drew County is 8,401.
What is the Total Female Population of Drew County?
Total Female Population of Drew County is 8,908.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Drew County?
There are 94.31 Males per 100 Females in Drew County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Drew County?
There are 106.03 Females per 100 Males in Drew County.
What is the Median Population Age in Drew County?
Median Population Age in Drew County is 37.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Drew County
Average Family Size in Drew County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Drew County
Average Household Size in Drew County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Drew County?
Per Capita income in Drew County is $27,349.
What is the Median Family Income in Drew County?
Median Family Income in Drew County is $63,163.
What is the Median Household income in Drew County?
Median Household Income in Drew County is $44,968.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Drew County?
Income or Wage Gap in Drew County is 10.8%.
Women in Drew County earn 89.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Drew County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Drew County is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Drew County?
There are 7,384 People in the Labor Forcein in Drew County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Drew County?
53.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Drew County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Drew County?
Unemployment Rate in Drew County is 3.2%.