Carthage, AR

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Carthage Overview

178
TOTAL POPULATION
97
MALE POPULATION
81
FEMALE POPULATION
119.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
60.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,130
PER CAPITA INCOME
$47,083
AVG FAMILY INCOME
60.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
39.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
51
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
34.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Carthage Zip Codes

Carthage Area Codes

Race in Carthage

The most populous races in Carthage are Black / African American (156 | 87.6%), White / Caucasian (22 | 12.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (3 | 1.7%).
Race in Carthage
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American15687.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino31.7%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2212.4%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total178100.0%

Ancestry in Carthage

The most populous ancestries reported in Carthage are Italian (8 | 4.5%), English (6 | 3.4%), Mexican (3 | 1.7%), and American (1 | 0.6%), together accounting for 10.1% of all Carthage residents.
Ancestry in Carthage
Ancestry# Population% Population
American10.6%
English63.4%
Italian84.5%
Mexican31.7%
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Immigrants in Carthage

Immigrants in Carthage
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Carthage

Sex and Age in Carthage

The most populous age groups in Carthage are 65 to 69 Years (35 | 36.1%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (22 | 27.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (3.1%)5 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Years2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years4 (4.1%)12 (14.8%)
15 to 19 Years3 (3.1%)1 (1.2%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years7 (7.2%)1 (1.2%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.5%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years7 (7.2%)7 (8.6%)
55 to 59 Years12 (12.4%)19 (23.5%)
60 to 64 Years18 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years35 (36.1%)22 (27.2%)
70 to 74 Years2 (2.1%)10 (12.3%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total97 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Carthage

Median Family Size in Carthage

The median family size in Carthage is 2.98 persons per family, with single male/father families (5 | 11.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.2 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (29 | 65.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.76 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Carthage
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple29 (65.9%)2.76
Single Male/Father5 (11.4%)4.20
Single Female/Mother10 (22.7%)3.00
Total Families44 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Carthage

Median Household Size in Carthage
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple29 (31.9%)2.76
Single Male/Father5 (5.5%)4.20
Single Female/Mother10 (11.0%)3.00
Non-family47 (51.6%)-
Total Households91 (100.0%)1.96

Household Size by Marriage Status in Carthage

Out of a total of 91 households in Carthage, 44 (48.3%) are family households, while 47 (51.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 38, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 47.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Carthage
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-47 (51.6%)
2-Person Households38 (41.8%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households3 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households3 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (48.3%)47 (51.6%)

Female Fertility in Carthage

Fertility by Age in Carthage

Female Fertility by Age in Carthage
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Carthage

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Carthage
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Carthage

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Carthage

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Carthage
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Carthage

Income Overview in Carthage

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income178$21,130
Median Family Income44$47,083
Mean Family Income44$50,464
Median Household Income91$0
Mean Household Income91$36,165
Income Deficit44$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)17860.14%
Wage / Income Gap ($)17839.86¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1780.47

Earnings by Sex in Carthage

Average Earnings in Carthage are $48,542, $57,708 for men and $23,000 for women, a difference of 60.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Carthage
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male31 (54.4%)$57,708
Female26 (45.6%)$23,000
Total57 (100.0%)$48,542

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carthage

The most common earnings brackets in Carthage are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (10 | 32.3%) and $22,500 to $24,999 for women (10 | 38.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carthage
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9992 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (7.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)4 (15.4%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)3 (11.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)2 (7.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)10 (38.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9991 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9992 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9996 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)4 (15.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99910 (32.3%)1 (3.8%)
$65,000 to $74,9997 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carthage

Average earnings in Carthage are $57,917 for men and $23,000 for women, a difference of 60.3%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $59,167, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $55,625. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $19,583, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $19,583.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$59,167$0
College or Associate's Degree$55,625$19,583
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$57,917$23,000

Family Income in Carthage

Family Income Brackets in Carthage

According to the Carthage family income data, there are 10 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Carthage
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000715.9%
$10,000 to $14,99924.5%
$15,000 to $24,99949.1%
$25,000 to $34,99924.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991022.7%
$50,000 to $74,999818.2%
$75,000 to $99,999715.9%
$100,000 to $149,99949.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carthage

2-person families (38 | 86.4%) account for the highest median family income in Carthage with $46,667 per family, while 2-person families (38 | 86.4%) have the highest median income of $23,334 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carthage
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families38 (86.4%)$46,667
3-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
4-Person Families3 (6.8%)$0
5-Person Families3 (6.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total44 (100.0%)$47,083

Family Income by Number of Earners in Carthage

Family Income by Number of Earners in Carthage
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners11 (25.0%)$0
1 Earner25 (56.8%)$46,875
2 Earners8 (18.2%)$91,250
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total44 (100.0%)$47,083

Household Income in Carthage

Household Income Brackets in Carthage

With 21 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Carthage, accounting for 23.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Carthage
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002123.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991112.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991415.4%
$25,000 to $34,99955.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991617.6%
$50,000 to $74,9991011.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991011.0%
$100,000 to $149,99944.4%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Carthage

The median household income in Carthage is $0, with the highest median household income of $48,542 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 9 households (9.9%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Carthage
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years9 (9.9%)$48,542
45 to 64 Years42 (46.2%)$46,250
65+ Years40 (44.0%)$0
Total91 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in Carthage

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage

With 25.8% poverty level for males and 30.9% for females among the residents of Carthage, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 4 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years4 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
15 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years6 (20.0%)4 (21.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (35.1%)7 (21.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (25.8%)25 (30.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage

According to the poverty statistics in Carthage, 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 Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years9 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years9 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years24 (80.0%)15 (78.9%)
65 to 74 Years24 (64.9%)25 (78.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total72 (74.2%)56 (69.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Carthage

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Carthage
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carthage

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carthage
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)9 (90.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Carthage
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)9 (60.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Carthage

Employment by Class of Employer in Carthage

Among the 49 employed individuals in Carthage, private company employees (36 | 73.5%), state government employees (4 | 8.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (3 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Carthage
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3673.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)12.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations36.1%
Local Government Employees36.1%
State Government Employees48.2%
Federal Government Employees24.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total49100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Carthage

According to the labor force statistics for Carthage, out of the total population over 16 years of age (149), 34.2% or 51 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 1 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Carthage
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years2 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
30 to 34 Years7 (87.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years16 (51.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years9 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total51 (34.2%)2 (3.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carthage

According to labor force statistics for Carthage, 62.3% of individuals (48) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (77) are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 2 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 68.4% or 13 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.7% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma35 (62.5%)3 (5.7%)
College / Associate Degree13 (68.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (62.3%)3 (4.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Carthage

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carthage are Community & Social Service (7 | 14.3%), Education, Arts & Media (7 | 14.3%), Management (2 | 4.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2 | 4.1%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (2 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Carthage

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carthage, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (57.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (57.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Total (Overall)29 (59.2%)20 (40.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Carthage are Food Preparation & Serving (3 | 6.1%), and Healthcare Support (2 | 4.1%).
Services Occupations in Carthage

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)29 (59.2%)20 (40.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Carthage are , and Sales & Related (2 | 4.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Carthage

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)29 (59.2%)20 (40.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Carthage are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (6 | 12.2%), and Construction & Extraction (1 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Carthage

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)29 (59.2%)20 (40.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Carthage are Material Moving (11 | 22.5%), Transportation (8 | 16.3%), and Production (5 | 10.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Carthage

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Transportation8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Total (Category)15 (62.5%)9 (37.5%)
Total (Overall)29 (59.2%)20 (40.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage

Employment Industries in Carthage

The major employment industries in Carthage include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (17 | 34.7%), Manufacturing (14 | 28.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (6 | 12.2%), Transportation & Warehousing (3 | 6.1%), and Educational Services (3 | 6.1%).
Employment Industries in Carthage

Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage

The Carthage industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing5 (35.7%)9 (64.3%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (59.2%)20 (40.8%)

Education in Carthage

School Enrollment in Carthage

The most common levels of schooling among the 24 students in Carthage are middle school (12 | 50.0%), high school (7 | 29.2%), and nursery / preschool (3 | 12.5%).
School Enrollment in Carthage
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool312.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School28.3%
Middle School1250.0%
High School729.2%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total24100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Carthage

Out of a total of 24 students who are enrolled in schools in Carthage, 3 (12.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 21 (87.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Carthage
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (87.5%)3 (12.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Carthage

, and education (2 | 100.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2 individuals in Carthage who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Carthage
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education2100.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total2100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Carthage

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carthage

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Carthage are males with 3 vehicles (11, accounting for 37.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (6, making up 55.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carthage
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle9 (31.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle1 (3.5%)7 (35.0%)
2 Vehicles8 (27.6%)7 (35.0%)
3 Vehicles11 (37.9%)6 (30.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Carthage

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Carthage are less than 5 minutes (11 commuters, 22.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (10 commuters, 20.4%), and 30 to 34 minutes (8 commuters, 16.3%).
Commute Time in Carthage
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1122.5%
5 to 9 Minutes510.2%
10 to 14 Minutes1020.4%
15 to 19 Minutes36.1%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes48.2%
30 to 34 Minutes816.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes12.0%
45 to 59 Minutes510.2%
60 to 89 Minutes24.1%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Carthage

The most common commute times in Carthage are less than 5 minutes (11 commuters, 37.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (5 commuters, 25.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Carthage
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes11 (37.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (25.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes6 (20.7%)4 (20.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes3 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (20.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (20.7%)2 (10.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (5.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes1 (3.5%)4 (20.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes2 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carthage

The most frequent times of departure to work in Carthage are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (14, 48.3%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (5, 25.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carthage
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM6 (20.7%)5 (25.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM5 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1 (3.5%)3 (15.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM14 (48.3%)2 (10.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)4 (20.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (10.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (20.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Carthage

Occupancy by Ownership in Carthage

Of the total 91 dwellings in Carthage, owner-occupied units account for 66 (72.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 25 (27.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Carthage
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6672.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2527.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units91100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Carthage

Occupancy by Household Size in Carthage
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4751.6%
2-Person Household3841.8%
3-Person Household00.0%
4+ Person Household66.6%
Total Housing Units91100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carthage

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carthage
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household24 (51.1%)23 (48.9%)
2-Person Household38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
Total Housing Units66 (72.5%)25 (27.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carthage

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School11 (57.9%)8 (42.1%)
High School Diploma35 (67.3%)17 (32.7%)
College/Associate Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carthage

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carthage
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years77.7%
35 to 44 Years22.2%
45 to 54 Years99.9%
55 to 64 Years3336.3%
65 to 74 Years3841.8%
75 to 84 Years22.2%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total91100.0%

Housing Finances in Carthage

Median Income by Occupancy in Carthage

Median Income by Occupancy in Carthage
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied66 (72.5%)$0
Renter-Occupied25 (27.5%)$0
Average91 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carthage

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carthage
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (19.7%)1 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9997 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9994 (6.1%)7 (28.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9992 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (6.1%)8 (32.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99910 (15.1%)6 (24.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (10.6%)3 (12.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9994 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carthage

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carthage
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30015 (22.7%)5 (20.0%)
$300 to $49920 (30.3%)9 (36.0%)
$500 to $79911 (16.7%)11 (44.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49919 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9991 (1.5%)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%)
Total66 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Carthage

Housing Structures in Carthage

Housing Structures in Carthage
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5661.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments1213.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments55.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments66.6%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other1213.2%
Total91100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carthage

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carthage
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached54 (96.4%)2 (3.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (72.5%)25 (27.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carthage

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carthage
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)17 (68.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms24 (36.4%)6 (24.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms25 (37.9%)2 (8.0%)
8 or more Rooms14 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carthage

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carthage
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas42 (63.6%)19 (76.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas6 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity9 (13.6%)6 (24.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Carthage

Household Vehicle Usage in Carthage
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)14 (56.0%)
1 Vehicle19 (28.8%)11 (44.0%)
2 Vehicles27 (40.9%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles20 (30.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Carthage

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Carthage

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units4224
Median Property Value$56,000$128,800
Median Household Income$48,750$0
Monthly Housing Costs$343$0
Real Estate Taxes$523$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00018 (42.9%)4 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99919 (45.2%)6 (25.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9995 (11.9%)14 (58.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9996 (14.3%)13 (54.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9995 (11.9%)4 (16.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9994 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9999 (21.4%)6 (25.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (16.7%)1 (4.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9994 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Carthage

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Carthage
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x36 (85.7%)2,499 (10,412.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x4 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)6 (25.0%)
4.0x or more2 (4.8%)5 (20.8%)
Total42 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80034 (80.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4992 (4.8%)23 (95.8%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)1 (4.2%)
Total42 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years6 (27.3%)16 (72.7%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
55 to 64 Years40 (81.6%)9 (18.4%)
65 to 74 Years69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total143 (80.3%)35 (19.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carthage
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen6 (27.3%)16 (72.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carthage
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00046 (67.6%)22 (32.4%)
$25,000 to $49,99943 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (94.1%)2 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (52.2%)11 (47.8%)
$100,000 and over10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years3 (13.6%)3 (13.6%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years2 (20.0%)8 (80.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (25.0%)6 (37.5%)
55 to 64 Years11 (22.5%)29 (59.2%)
65 to 74 Years69 (100.0%)21 (30.4%)
75 Years and over2 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total99 (55.6%)69 (38.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carthage

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (40.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (51.3%)10 (35.7%)
65 to 74 Years22 (59.5%)3 (9.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Carthage

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (40.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (38.5%)4 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years5 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (28.2%)10 (35.7%)
65 to 74 Years2 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <span>Cognitive 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 Years11 (28.2%)4 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <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 Years6 (15.4%)10 (35.7%)
65 to 74 Years16 (43.2%)3 (9.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <span>Self-Care 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 Years4 (10.3%)4 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Carthage

Computing Device Access in Carthage

Computing Device Access in Carthage
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2931.9%
Smartphone5054.9%
Tablet1516.5%
No Computing Device3235.2%
Total91100.0%

Internet Access in Carthage

Internet Access in Carthage
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home3235.2%
Cellular Data Only2527.5%
Satellite Internet55.5%
No Internet3235.2%
Total91100.0%

Carthage Summary

Carthage, Arkansas is a small town located in the southwestern corner of the state, near the Oklahoma border. It is the county seat of Little River County and has a population of just over 1,000 people. The town was founded in 1871 and was named after the ancient city of Carthage in Tunisia.

Geography

Carthage is located in the Ouachita Mountains region of Arkansas. The town is situated on the banks of the Little River, which flows through the area. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and forests, and is located about 30 miles from the nearest major city, Texarkana. The climate in the area is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Carthage is largely based on agriculture and timber. The town is home to several small farms and ranches, as well as a few timber companies. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Carthage was 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.4% from two or more races. The median household income was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,500.

History

Carthage was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from Tennessee. The town was named after the ancient city of Carthage in Tunisia. The town was incorporated in 1876 and quickly grew to become an important trading center in the area. The town was also home to a number of sawmills and timber companies, which helped to fuel the local economy.
In the early 20th century, Carthage was a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the Ouachita Mountains. The town was also home to a number of resorts and hotels, which attracted visitors from all over the country.
In the late 20th century, the economy of Carthage shifted away from agriculture and timber and towards tourism. The town is now home to a number of bed and breakfasts, as well as a few small businesses. The town is also home to a number of historic sites, including the Little River County Courthouse, which was built in 1876.
Today, Carthage is a small, quiet town with a population of just over 1,000 people. The town is still home to a number of small farms and ranches, as well as a few timber companies. The town is also home to a number of bed and breakfasts, as well as a few small businesses. The town is also home to a number of historic sites, including the Little River County Courthouse, which was built in 1876.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Carthage?
Total Population of Carthage is 178.
What is the Total Male Population of Carthage?
Total Male Population of Carthage is 97.
What is the Total Female Population of Carthage?
Total Female Population of Carthage is 81.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Carthage?
There are 119.75 Males per 100 Females in Carthage.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Carthage?
There are 83.51 Females per 100 Males in Carthage.
What is the Median Population Age in Carthage?
Median Population Age in Carthage is 60.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Carthage
Average Family Size in Carthage is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Carthage
Average Household Size in Carthage is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Carthage?
Per Capita income in Carthage is $21,130.
What is the Median Family Income in Carthage?
Median Family Income in Carthage is $47,083.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Carthage?
Income or Wage Gap in Carthage is 60.1%.
Women in Carthage earn 39.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage?
Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Carthage?
There are 51 People in the Labor Forcein in Carthage.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Carthage?
34.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Carthage.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Carthage?
Unemployment Rate in Carthage is 3.9%.