Caraway, AR

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Caraway Overview

1,174
TOTAL POPULATION
589
MALE POPULATION
585
FEMALE POPULATION
100.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.32
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,349
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,932
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,679
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
448
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
49.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Caraway Zip Codes

Caraway Area Codes

Race in Caraway

The most populous races in Caraway are White / Caucasian (1,078 | 91.8%), Two or more Races (78 | 6.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (49 | 4.2%).
Race in Caraway
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino494.2%
Native / Alaskan20.2%
White / Caucasian1,07891.8%
Two or more Races786.6%
Some other Race161.4%
Total1,174100.0%

Ancestry in Caraway

The most populous ancestries reported in Caraway are American (163 | 13.9%), German (134 | 11.4%), English (113 | 9.6%), Irish (98 | 8.4%), and French (57 | 4.9%), together accounting for 48.1% of all Caraway residents.
Ancestry in Caraway
Ancestry# Population% Population
American16313.9%
Cherokee30.3%
Dutch80.7%
English1139.6%
French574.9%
French Canadian30.3%
German13411.4%
Irish988.4%
Mexican423.6%
Russian151.3%
Scandinavian100.9%
Scottish121.0%
South African312.6%
Sri Lankan121.0%
Subsaharan African312.6%
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Immigrants in Caraway

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Caraway came from Africa (31 | 2.6%), and South Africa (31 | 2.6%), together accounting for 5.3% of all Caraway residents.
Immigrants in Caraway
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa312.6%
South Africa312.6%
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Sex and Age in Caraway

Sex and Age in Caraway

The most populous age groups in Caraway are 15 to 19 Years (76 | 12.9%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (84 | 14.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Caraway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (1.9%)65 (11.1%)
5 to 9 Years41 (7.0%)24 (4.1%)
10 to 14 Years62 (10.5%)39 (6.7%)
15 to 19 Years76 (12.9%)23 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Years32 (5.4%)20 (3.4%)
25 to 29 Years64 (10.9%)84 (14.4%)
30 to 34 Years55 (9.3%)47 (8.0%)
35 to 39 Years42 (7.1%)6 (1.0%)
40 to 44 Years29 (4.9%)28 (4.8%)
45 to 49 Years32 (5.4%)33 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years14 (2.4%)35 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years47 (8.0%)15 (2.6%)
60 to 64 Years17 (2.9%)39 (6.7%)
65 to 69 Years20 (3.4%)22 (3.8%)
70 to 74 Years19 (3.2%)21 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years12 (2.0%)37 (6.3%)
80 to 84 Years11 (1.9%)29 (5.0%)
85 Years and over5 (0.9%)18 (3.1%)
Total589 (100.0%)585 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Caraway

Median Family Size in Caraway

The median family size in Caraway is 3.14 persons per family, with married-couple families (229 | 77.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.2 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (12 | 4.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Caraway
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple229 (77.1%)3.20
Single Male/Father12 (4.0%)2.50
Single Female/Mother56 (18.9%)3.04
Total Families297 (100.0%)3.14

Median Household Size in Caraway

The median household size in Caraway is 2.48 persons per household, with single female/mother households (56 | 11.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.7 persons per household. non-family households (177 | 37.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Caraway
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple229 (48.3%)3.20
Single Male/Father12 (2.5%)2.67
Single Female/Mother56 (11.8%)3.70
Non-family177 (37.3%)1.14
Total Households474 (100.0%)2.48

Household Size by Marriage Status in Caraway

Out of a total of 474 households in Caraway, 297 (62.7%) are family households, while 177 (37.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 105, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 151.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Caraway
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-151 (31.9%)
2-Person Households105 (22.2%)26 (5.5%)
3-Person Households86 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households32 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households47 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households27 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total297 (62.7%)177 (37.3%)

Female Fertility in Caraway

Fertility by Age in Caraway

Average fertility rate in Caraway is 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 179.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Caraway
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years27 (100.0%)179.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total27 (100.0%)105.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Caraway

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Caraway
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Caraway

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Caraway
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma17 (63.0%)134.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree10 (37.0%)500.0
Total27 (100.0%)105.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Caraway

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Caraway
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Caraway

Income Overview in Caraway

Per Capita Income in Caraway is $22,349, while median incomes of families and households are $61,932 and $47,679 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,174$22,349
Median Family Income297$61,932
Mean Family Income297$71,765
Median Household Income474$47,679
Mean Household Income474$55,137
Income Deficit297$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,17436.99%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,17463.01¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,1740.45

Earnings by Sex in Caraway

Average Earnings in Caraway are $38,854, $44,044 for men and $27,750 for women, a difference of 37.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Caraway
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male261 (58.0%)$44,044
Female189 (42.0%)$27,750
Total450 (100.0%)$38,854

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Caraway

The most common earnings brackets in Caraway are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (46 | 17.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (35 | 18.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Caraway
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less6 (2.3%)16 (8.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99945 (17.2%)24 (12.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4998 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)12 (6.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)9 (4.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9994 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9993 (1.1%)35 (18.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)25 (13.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99937 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99925 (9.6%)17 (9.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99946 (17.6%)6 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99923 (8.8%)8 (4.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99917 (6.5%)15 (7.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99923 (8.8%)5 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+11 (4.2%)14 (7.4%)
Total261 (100.0%)189 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Caraway

Average earnings in Caraway are $46,105 for men and $28,250 for women, a difference of 38.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,364, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $44,318. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $27,115, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $20,972.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Caraway
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,938$20,972
College or Associate's Degree$44,318$27,115
Bachelor's Degree$71,364$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,105$28,250

Family Income in Caraway

Family Income Brackets in Caraway

According to the Caraway family income data, there are 94 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.7% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Caraway
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000113.7%
$10,000 to $14,9993110.4%
$15,000 to $24,999103.4%
$25,000 to $34,999103.4%
$35,000 to $49,9994414.8%
$50,000 to $74,9999431.6%
$75,000 to $99,999268.8%
$100,000 to $149,9995217.5%
$150,000 to $199,99951.7%
$200,000+144.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Caraway

4-person families (32 | 10.8%) account for the highest median family income in Caraway with $93,750 per family, while 2-person families (120 | 40.4%) have the highest median income of $32,188 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Caraway
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families120 (40.4%)$64,375
3-Person Families83 (28.0%)$58,304
4-Person Families32 (10.8%)$93,750
5-Person Families38 (12.8%)$56,250
6-Person Families24 (8.1%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total297 (100.0%)$61,932

Family Income by Number of Earners in Caraway

Family Income by Number of Earners in Caraway
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners55 (18.5%)$0
1 Earner104 (35.0%)$43,000
2 Earners138 (46.5%)$86,250
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total297 (100.0%)$61,932

Household Income in Caraway

Household Income Brackets in Caraway

With 113 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Caraway, accounting for 23.8% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (1.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Caraway
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000377.8%
$10,000 to $14,9996714.1%
$15,000 to $24,999428.9%
$25,000 to $34,9995311.2%
$35,000 to $49,9995110.8%
$50,000 to $74,99911323.8%
$75,000 to $99,999408.4%
$100,000 to $149,9994910.3%
$150,000 to $199,99981.7%
$200,000+143.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Caraway

The median household income in Caraway is $47,679, with the highest median household income of $58,333 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 174 households (36.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 23 households (4.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Caraway
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years23 (4.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years174 (36.7%)$58,333
45 to 64 Years125 (26.4%)$52,750
65+ Years152 (32.1%)$17,130
Total474 (100.0%)$47,679

Poverty in Caraway

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Caraway

With 22.8% poverty level for males and 21.8% for females among the residents of Caraway, 5 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (100.0%) and 28 females (65.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Caraway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)21 (58.3%)
15 Years12 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years16 (69.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years47 (68.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years17 (14.3%)29 (22.1%)
35 to 44 Years11 (15.5%)12 (35.3%)
45 to 54 Years9 (19.6%)21 (30.9%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)4 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years7 (17.9%)28 (65.1%)
75 Years and over3 (10.7%)12 (14.3%)
Total134 (22.8%)127 (21.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Caraway

According to the poverty statistics in Caraway, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Caraway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years51 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years40 (100.0%)15 (41.7%)
15 Years4 (25.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (30.4%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years22 (31.9%)30 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years102 (85.7%)102 (77.9%)
35 to 44 Years60 (84.5%)22 (64.7%)
45 to 54 Years37 (80.4%)47 (69.1%)
55 to 64 Years64 (100.0%)50 (92.6%)
65 to 74 Years32 (82.1%)15 (34.9%)
75 Years and over25 (89.3%)72 (85.7%)
Total455 (77.2%)456 (78.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Caraway

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Caraway show that 3.1% or 7 of the total 229 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.6%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Caraway
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children119 (94.4%)7 (5.6%)
1 or 2 Children55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total222 (96.9%)7 (3.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Caraway

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Caraway
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)39 (86.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)39 (69.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Caraway

The poverty data for Caraway shows that 7 of the married-couple family households (3.1%) and 39 of the single-parent households (57.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (5.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 household (68.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Caraway
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)39 (68.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (3.1%)39 (57.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Caraway

Employment by Class of Employer in Caraway

Among the 426 employed individuals in Caraway, private company employees (317 | 74.4%), local government employees (36 | 8.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (29 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Caraway
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees31774.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)296.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations235.4%
Local Government Employees368.5%
State Government Employees214.9%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total426100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Caraway

According to the labor force statistics for Caraway, out of the total population over 16 years of age (911), 49.2% or 448 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 22 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 89.2% or 132 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.7% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Caraway
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years21 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years25 (48.1%)2 (8.0%)
25 to 29 Years132 (89.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years75 (73.5%)11 (14.7%)
35 to 44 Years82 (78.1%)9 (11.0%)
45 to 54 Years63 (55.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years28 (45.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years22 (39.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total448 (49.2%)22 (4.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Caraway

According to labor force statistics for Caraway, 68.5% of individuals (402) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (587) are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 20 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 95.0% or 57 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 50.0% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Caraway
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School22 (36.1%)30 (50.0%)
High School Diploma195 (60.4%)15 (4.6%)
College / Associate Degree128 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher57 (95.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total402 (68.5%)29 (5.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Caraway

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Caraway are Health Diagnosing & Treating (30 | 7.0%), Health Technologists (29 | 6.8%), Community & Social Service (24 | 5.6%), Management (22 | 5.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (14 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Caraway

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Caraway, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Management (40.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Community & Social Service (87.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (78.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Caraway
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9 (40.9%)13 (59.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (12.5%)21 (87.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (21.4%)11 (78.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (40.0%)18 (60.0%)
Health Technologists11 (37.9%)18 (62.1%)
Total (Category)28 (35.0%)52 (65.0%)
Total (Overall)241 (56.6%)185 (43.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Caraway are Food Preparation & Serving (22 | 5.2%), Security & Protection (16 | 3.8%), Healthcare Support (14 | 3.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (11 | 2.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (8 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Caraway

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Caraway, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Caraway
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Security & Protection16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (13.6%)19 (86.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)19 (30.2%)44 (69.8%)
Total (Overall)241 (56.6%)185 (43.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Caraway are Office & Administration (43 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (33 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Caraway

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Caraway
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)76 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)241 (56.6%)185 (43.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Caraway are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (63 | 14.8%), Construction & Extraction (24 | 5.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (22 | 5.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Caraway

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Caraway
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)241 (56.6%)185 (43.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Caraway are Production (55 | 12.9%), Transportation (28 | 6.6%), and Material Moving (15 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Caraway

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Caraway
OccupationMaleFemale
Production42 (76.4%)13 (23.6%)
Transportation28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)85 (86.7%)13 (13.3%)
Total (Overall)241 (56.6%)185 (43.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Caraway

Employment Industries in Caraway

The major employment industries in Caraway include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (114 | 26.8%), Manufacturing (70 | 16.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (60 | 14.1%), Retail Trade (55 | 12.9%), and Educational Services (30 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Caraway

Employment Industries by Sex in Caraway

The Caraway industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Educational Services (90.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (80.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Caraway
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting83 (72.8%)31 (27.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing54 (77.1%)16 (22.9%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Retail Trade12 (21.8%)43 (78.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Educational Services3 (10.0%)27 (90.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance12 (20.0%)48 (80.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Public Administration16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total241 (56.6%)185 (43.4%)

Education in Caraway

School Enrollment in Caraway

The most common levels of schooling among the 266 students in Caraway are high school (82 | 30.8%), middle school (79 | 29.7%), and elementary school (65 | 24.4%).
School Enrollment in Caraway
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool31.1%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School6524.4%
Middle School7929.7%
High School8230.8%
College / Undergraduate3713.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total266100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Caraway

Out of a total of 266 students who are enrolled in schools in Caraway, 3 (1.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 263 (98.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (50.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 53 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Caraway
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
35 Years and over22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total263 (98.9%)3 (1.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Caraway

Science & technology (34 | 35.8%), education (20 | 21.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (11 | 11.6%), business (10 | 10.5%), and arts & humanities (10 | 10.5%) are the most common fields of study among 95 individuals in Caraway who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Caraway
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics44.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1111.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3435.8%
Business1010.5%
Education2021.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts66.3%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1010.5%
Total95100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Caraway

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Caraway

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Caraway are males with 2 vehicles (145, accounting for 60.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (105, making up 78.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Caraway
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle16 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle21 (8.7%)31 (16.8%)
2 Vehicles145 (60.2%)105 (56.8%)
3 Vehicles44 (18.3%)28 (15.1%)
4 Vehicles15 (6.2%)21 (11.4%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total241 (100.0%)185 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Caraway

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Caraway are 5 to 9 minutes (84 commuters, 20.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (81 commuters, 19.5%), and 45 to 59 minutes (46 commuters, 11.1%).
Commute Time in Caraway
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes286.8%
5 to 9 Minutes8420.2%
10 to 14 Minutes4410.6%
15 to 19 Minutes358.4%
20 to 24 Minutes122.9%
25 to 29 Minutes358.4%
30 to 34 Minutes8119.5%
35 to 39 Minutes266.3%
40 to 44 Minutes215.1%
45 to 59 Minutes4611.1%
60 to 89 Minutes30.7%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Caraway

The most common commute times in Caraway are 5 to 9 minutes (54 commuters, 22.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (47 commuters, 27.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Caraway
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes5 (2.1%)23 (13.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes54 (22.4%)30 (17.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes44 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes6 (2.5%)29 (16.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes35 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes34 (14.1%)47 (27.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes4 (1.7%)22 (12.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes18 (7.5%)3 (1.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes38 (15.8%)8 (4.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes3 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Caraway

The most frequent times of departure to work in Caraway are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (71, 29.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (52, 29.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Caraway
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM12 (5.0%)17 (9.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM18 (7.5%)4 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM4 (1.7%)5 (2.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM17 (7.0%)18 (10.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM28 (11.6%)5 (2.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM71 (29.5%)52 (29.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM18 (7.5%)21 (12.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM43 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)26 (14.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM22 (9.1%)24 (13.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM8 (3.3%)2 (1.1%)
Total241 (100.0%)174 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Caraway

Occupancy by Ownership in Caraway

Of the total 474 dwellings in Caraway, owner-occupied units account for 298 (62.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 176 (37.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Caraway
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units29862.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units17637.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units474100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Caraway

Occupancy by Household Size in Caraway
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household15131.9%
2-Person Household13127.6%
3-Person Household8618.1%
4+ Person Household10622.4%
Total Housing Units474100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Caraway

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Caraway
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household86 (57.0%)65 (43.0%)
2-Person Household85 (64.9%)46 (35.1%)
3-Person Household52 (60.5%)34 (39.5%)
4+ Person Household75 (70.8%)31 (29.2%)
Total Housing Units298 (62.9%)176 (37.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Caraway

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Caraway
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School32 (32.7%)66 (67.3%)
High School Diploma135 (65.8%)70 (34.2%)
College/Associate Degree82 (75.9%)26 (24.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher49 (77.8%)14 (22.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Caraway

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Caraway
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years13628.7%
35 to 44 Years6112.9%
45 to 54 Years7415.6%
55 to 64 Years5110.8%
65 to 74 Years6613.9%
75 to 84 Years6313.3%
85 Years and Over234.9%
Total474100.0%

Housing Finances in Caraway

Median Income by Occupancy in Caraway

Median Income by Occupancy in Caraway
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied298 (62.9%)$60,313
Renter-Occupied176 (37.1%)$25,735
Average474 (100.0%)$47,679

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Caraway

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Caraway
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)21 (11.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)16 (9.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99951 (17.1%)16 (9.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)27 (15.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (4.0%)3 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99923 (7.7%)30 (17.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (5.4%)35 (19.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99999 (33.2%)14 (8.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99940 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99935 (11.7%)14 (8.0%)
$150,000 or more22 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total298 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Caraway

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Caraway
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30075 (25.2%)14 (8.0%)
$300 to $49981 (27.2%)26 (14.8%)
$500 to $79971 (23.8%)76 (43.2%)
$800 to $99940 (13.4%)19 (10.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49916 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99915 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total298 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Caraway

Housing Structures in Caraway

Housing Structures in Caraway
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached35875.5%
Single Unit, Attached142.9%
2 Unit Apartments306.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments347.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other388.0%
Total474100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Caraway

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Caraway
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached268 (74.9%)90 (25.1%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (35.7%)9 (64.3%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other25 (65.8%)13 (34.2%)
Total298 (62.9%)176 (37.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Caraway

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Caraway
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)10 (5.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms23 (7.7%)66 (37.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms109 (36.6%)78 (44.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms148 (49.7%)22 (12.5%)
8 or more Rooms18 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total298 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Caraway

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Caraway
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas195 (65.4%)90 (51.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)27 (15.3%)
Electricity99 (33.2%)59 (33.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used4 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total298 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Caraway

Household Vehicle Usage in Caraway
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (1.7%)30 (17.1%)
1 Vehicle93 (31.2%)70 (39.8%)
2 Vehicles132 (44.3%)55 (31.2%)
3 or more Vehicles68 (22.8%)21 (11.9%)
Total298 (100.0%)176 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Caraway

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Caraway

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units154144
Median Property Value$52,900$86,200
Median Household Income$49,286$18
Monthly Housing Costs$317$0
Real Estate Taxes$447$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Caraway

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Caraway
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00067 (43.5%)19 (13.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99951 (33.1%)63 (43.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99932 (20.8%)62 (43.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9994 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total154 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Caraway

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Caraway
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)5 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99947 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99923 (14.9%)16 (11.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9999 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99937 (24.0%)7 (4.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (11.7%)62 (43.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (10.4%)22 (15.3%)
$150,000 or more4 (2.6%)19 (13.2%)
Total154 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Caraway

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Caraway
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x103 (66.9%)71,250 (49,479.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x36 (23.4%)108 (75.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x7 (4.5%)20 (13.9%)
4.0x or more8 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total154 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Caraway

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Caraway
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800105 (68.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49919 (12.3%)80 (55.6%)
$800 to $1,4994 (2.6%)40 (27.8%)
Total154 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Caraway

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Caraway

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Caraway
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years81 (78.6%)22 (21.4%)
26 to 34 Years210 (91.3%)20 (8.7%)
35 to 44 Years83 (79.0%)22 (20.9%)
45 to 54 Years108 (94.7%)6 (5.3%)
55 to 64 Years116 (98.3%)2 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,102 (93.9%)72 (6.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Caraway

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Caraway
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen81 (78.6%)22 (21.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Caraway

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Caraway
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000192 (87.3%)28 (12.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999278 (94.9%)15 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999275 (91.7%)25 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over235 (98.3%)4 (1.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Caraway

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Caraway
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 615 (16.5%)76 (83.5%)
6 to 18 Years116 (53.0%)107 (48.9%)
19 to 25 Years39 (37.9%)50 (48.5%)
25 to 34 Years37 (16.1%)182 (79.1%)
35 to 44 Years25 (23.8%)61 (58.1%)
45 to 54 Years56 (49.1%)59 (51.7%)
55 to 64 Years56 (47.5%)60 (50.8%)
65 to 74 Years82 (100.0%)45 (54.9%)
75 Years and over112 (100.0%)63 (56.2%)
Total538 (45.8%)703 (59.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Caraway

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Caraway
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (8.5%)16 (21.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (3.2%)10 (6.2%)
35 to 64 Years43 (23.8%)86 (55.1%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.4%)26 (60.5%)
75 Years and over28 (100.0%)40 (47.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Caraway

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Caraway: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (11.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (14.4%)13 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (71.4%)6 (7.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Caraway: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.1%)
35 to 64 Years18 (9.9%)23 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (30.2%)
75 Years and over11 (39.3%)11 (13.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Caraway: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)7 (9.2%)
18 to 34 Years6 (3.2%)5 (3.1%)
35 to 64 Years13 (7.2%)16 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (39.3%)3 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Caraway: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (8.8%)56 (35.9%)
65 to 74 Years6 (15.4%)26 (60.5%)
75 Years and over19 (67.9%)40 (47.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Caraway: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (7.0%)
75 Years and over14 (50.0%)26 (30.9%)

Technology Access in Caraway

Computing Device Access in Caraway

Computing Device Access in Caraway
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop25553.8%
Smartphone34973.6%
Tablet21144.5%
No Computing Device8317.5%
Total474100.0%

Internet Access in Caraway

Internet Access in Caraway
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home24050.6%
Cellular Data Only9019.0%
Satellite Internet194.0%
No Internet12426.2%
Total474100.0%

Caraway Summary

Caraway, Arkansas is a small town located in the northeast corner of the state, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. It is situated in the Arkansas Delta, an area of flat, fertile land that is home to some of the state’s most productive agricultural land. Caraway is the county seat of Craighead County, and is home to a population of just over 1,000 people.

History

Caraway was founded in 1883 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Jonesboro. The town was named after a local creek, which was named after a local family, the Caraways. The town was incorporated in 1887, and the first post office was established in 1888.
The town grew slowly, but steadily, over the next few decades. In the early 1900s, the town was home to a number of businesses, including a general store, a blacksmith shop, a hotel, and a cotton gin. The town also had a school, a bank, and a newspaper.
In the 1920s, the town began to experience a period of growth and prosperity. The population increased from just over 500 in 1920 to nearly 1,000 by 1930. During this time, the town was home to a number of businesses, including a movie theater, a drug store, a hardware store, and a number of other stores.
In the 1940s, the town experienced a period of decline. The population decreased from 1,000 in 1940 to just over 500 in 1950. During this time, many of the businesses in town closed, and the town’s economy suffered.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a period of growth and prosperity once again. The population increased from just over 500 in 1950 to nearly 1,000 by 1960. During this time, the town was home to a number of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a drug store, and a number of other stores.
In the 1970s, the town experienced a period of decline once again. The population decreased from 1,000 in 1970 to just over 500 in 1980. During this time, many of the businesses in town closed, and the town’s economy suffered.
In the 1980s, the town began to experience a period of growth and prosperity once again. The population increased from just over 500 in 1980 to nearly 1,000 by 1990. During this time, the town was home to a number of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a drug store, and a number of other stores.

Geography

Caraway is located in the northeast corner of Arkansas, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The town is situated in the Arkansas Delta, an area of flat, fertile land that is home to some of the state’s most productive agricultural land. The town is located along the banks of the Black River, which flows through the area.
The town is located in Craighead County, which is bordered by Poinsett County to the north, Mississippi County to the east, Greene County to the south, and Clay County to the west. The town is located approximately 30 miles south of Jonesboro, the county seat of Craighead County, and approximately 60 miles north of Memphis, Tennessee.

Economy

The economy of Caraway is largely based on agriculture. The town is located in the Arkansas Delta, an area of flat, fertile land that is home to some of the state’s most productive agricultural land. The town is home to a number of farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, soybeans, corn, and wheat.
In addition to agriculture, the town is also home to a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, a drug store, and a number of other stores. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing businesses, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Caraway was 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 0.9% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 16.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Caraway?
Total Population of Caraway is 1,174.
What is the Total Male Population of Caraway?
Total Male Population of Caraway is 589.
What is the Total Female Population of Caraway?
Total Female Population of Caraway is 585.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Caraway?
There are 100.68 Males per 100 Females in Caraway.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Caraway?
There are 99.32 Females per 100 Males in Caraway.
What is the Median Population Age in Caraway?
Median Population Age in Caraway is 32.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Caraway
Average Family Size in Caraway is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Caraway
Average Household Size in Caraway is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Caraway?
Per Capita income in Caraway is $22,349.
What is the Median Family Income in Caraway?
Median Family Income in Caraway is $61,932.
What is the Median Household income in Caraway?
Median Household Income in Caraway is $47,679.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Caraway?
Income or Wage Gap in Caraway is 37.0%.
Women in Caraway earn 63.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Caraway?
Inequality or Gini Index in Caraway is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Caraway?
There are 448 People in the Labor Forcein in Caraway.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Caraway?
49.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Caraway.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Caraway?
Unemployment Rate in Caraway is 4.9%.