As of the 2000 United States Census,[REF] there were 15,341 people, 5,922 households, and 4,192 families residing in the county.
In the county, the population was spread out with 28.90% under the age of 18, 9.00% from 18 to 24, 25.20% from 25 to 44, 22.70% from 45 to 64, and 14.20% who were 65 years of age or older.