As of the census[REF] of 2000, there were 8,418 people, 3,303 households, and 2,391 families residing in the county.
In the county, the population was spread out with 24.40% under the age of 18, 6.20% from 18 to 24, 25.60% from 25 to 44, 27.10% from 45 to 64, and 16.70% who were 65 years of age or older.