As of the census[REF] of 2000, there were 7,806 people, 3,275 households, and 2,217 families residing in the county.
In the county, the population was spread out with 25.50% under the age of 18, 5.50% from 18 to 24, 22.70% from 25 to 44, 29.50% from 45 to 64, and 16.80% who were 65 years of age or older.