As of the census[REF] of 2000, there were 6,958 people, 2,824 households, and 1,911 families residing in the county.
In the county, the population was spread out with 23.90% under the age of 18, 7.50% from 18 to 24, 23.40% from 25 to 44, 22.80% from 45 to 64, and 22.40% who were 65 years of age or older.