Isle of Wight County
Isle of Wight, with its natural beauty, thriving economy and high standard of living, is truly Virginia's promised land. This 319 square miles of rolling terrain and planned development is fertile ground for the region’s most prosperous businesses. Rich in natural resources and populated by residents smart enough to use them wisely, Isle of Wight has successfully blended industry with good, clean living. Strategically located just minutes from one of the country’s busiest transportation hubs, including the Port of Hampton Roads, interstates, airports and railways, Isle of Wight is a perfect environment for success.
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Population 2010 |
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Total Population |
35,270 |
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Total Households |
13,718 |
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Median Age |
43.8 |
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*Source: 2010 Census |
Age Breakout |
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0-19 years |
25.0% |
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20-24 years |
4.6% |
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25-44 years |
22.3% |
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45-64 years |
33.5% |
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65+ years |
14.8% |
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*Source: 2010 Census |
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Median Household Income |
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Year |
Median HHI |
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2010 |
$62,298 |
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2005 |
$53,754 |
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2000 |
$45,387 |
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*Source: U.S. Census Bureau 08-10 ACS |
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Educational Attainment |
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Level |
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Less than 9th grade |
4.5% |
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9th to 12th grade, no diploma |
8.3% |
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High school graduate |
29.3% |
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Some college, no degree |
22.8% |
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Associates degree |
9.8% |
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Bachelor's degree |
16.4% |
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Graduate/Professional Degree |
9.0% |
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*Source: U.S. Census Bureau 08-10 ACS |
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Labor Force |
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Emp. |
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Civilian Labor Force |
19,131 |
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Employed |
17,912 |
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Unemployed |
1,219 |
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Unemployment Rate |
6.4% |
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*Source: Virginia Employment Commission 02/12 |
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Largest Employers |
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Isle of Wight County Government
Gwaltney of Smithfield, Inc.
Smithfield Foods, Inc.
Riverside Regional Medical Center
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*Source: Hoovers.com, HREDA Communities |
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Employment by Industry |
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Industry |
# Emp. |
% Emp. |
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Natural Resources and Mining |
149 |
1.3% |
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Construction |
463 |
4.2% |
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Manufacturing |
4,131 |
37.1% |
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Trade, Transportation, and Utilities |
1,482 |
13.3% |
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Information |
51 |
0.5% |
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Financial Activities |
320 |
2.9% |
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Professional and Business Services |
976 |
8.8% |
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Educational and Health Services |
605 |
5.4% |
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Leisure and Hospitality |
911 |
8.2% |
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Other Services |
387 |
3.5% |
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Government |
1,566 |
14.1% |
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*Source: Virginia Employment Commission |
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