Aiken Demographics

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About These Groups

The information in this section was derived from analysis of data (such as age, occupation, and income) from the 2000 U.S. Census. Using segmentation methods, our analysts created groupings based on the demographic and socioeconomic composition of each city and neighborhood.

1. Home of the Brave

   —Military veterans. These people have served in the armed forces.

   People who are military veterans.

2. Suburban Empty Nesters

   —Older suburban couples with grown-up children.

   Ranging in age from lower 50s to mid-60s, these couples have children that have left the nest. Most earn middle to upper incomes and own their homes.

3. Upwardly Mobile

   —Suburban couples living in mobile homes.

   A higher than average percentage of these married couples with no children live in mobile homes or non-conventional homes (boats, RVs, etc.). Education level varies from high school to college.