So I'm starting database functions and I'm a bit confused.

I have attached a link of the database I'm working with

http://imageshack.us/f/155/excel2g.png/

My problem is trying to see how many people are from the north region.
So I chose the DCOUNT database function and made the Field
Cell E9. However, I am getting back the number 0 even though
there are clearly 3 entries that meth the North Region criteria.

When I change the criteria so that the only restriction is people
above the age of 1, it gives me back a DCount of 11 - as it should.

Any ideas? I'm assuming the problem is with my field criteria but I'm not sure what