County Demographics
The exhibits provided to the right illustrate the concentrations of various demographics located within Curry County. These include minority groups, people who are either age 17 years and younger (Youth) or age 65 years and older (Seniors), and people with low income. It is important that the County's transportation system serves people of all ages, abilities, and income levels, especially those who may be vulnerable transportation users. Clicking the exhibit links will take you to a page to review the material and provide your input. In addition, you may also provide comments directly into this interactive map.
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Minority Groups
17% of the county population is of a minority race or ethnicity. The highest concentration resides within the Brookings area and the next highest concentrations are found south of Gold Beach and east of Brookings.
Youth
15% of the county population is age 17 years or younger and the highest concentration resides in Wedderburn just north of Gold Beach.
Seniors
34% of the county population is age 65 years or older and the highest concentration resides south of Harbor (75% of that population) and east of Brookings/Harbor (up to 65% of that population).
Low Income
13% of the county population lives in poverty and the highest concentrations are found in the north/northeast as well as each of Brookings (more than 50% of that population).