Thornton, AR

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Thornton Overview

402
TOTAL POPULATION
194
MALE POPULATION
208
FEMALE POPULATION
93.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
53.3
MEDIAN AGE
4.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
4.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,981
PER CAPITA INCOME
$56,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,563
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
164
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
45.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Thornton Zip Codes

Thornton Area Codes

Race in Thornton

The most populous races in Thornton are White / Caucasian (254 | 63.2%), Black / African American (139 | 34.6%), and Two or more Races (9 | 2.2%).
Race in Thornton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American13934.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian25463.2%
Two or more Races92.2%
Some other Race00.0%
Total402100.0%

Ancestry in Thornton

The most populous ancestries reported in Thornton are English (63 | 15.7%), Irish (57 | 14.2%), Scottish (28 | 7.0%), German (12 | 3.0%), and American (11 | 2.7%), together accounting for 42.5% of all Thornton residents.
Ancestry in Thornton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American112.7%
British20.5%
English6315.7%
French51.2%
German123.0%
Icelander10.3%
Irish5714.2%
Norwegian20.5%
Scottish287.0%
Swedish20.5%
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Immigrants in Thornton

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

Sex and Age in Thornton

The most populous age groups in Thornton are 50 to 54 Years (49 | 25.3%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (66 | 31.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Thornton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (3.1%)1 (0.5%)
5 to 9 Years13 (6.7%)4 (1.9%)
10 to 14 Years8 (4.1%)2 (1.0%)
15 to 19 Years2 (1.0%)1 (0.5%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.4%)
25 to 29 Years8 (4.1%)66 (31.7%)
30 to 34 Years12 (6.2%)5 (2.4%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)14 (6.7%)
40 to 44 Years3 (1.5%)6 (2.9%)
45 to 49 Years1 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years49 (25.3%)5 (2.4%)
55 to 59 Years18 (9.3%)44 (21.1%)
60 to 64 Years10 (5.1%)6 (2.9%)
65 to 69 Years22 (11.3%)15 (7.2%)
70 to 74 Years38 (19.6%)28 (13.5%)
75 to 79 Years2 (1.0%)1 (0.5%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.5%)
85 Years and over2 (1.0%)6 (2.9%)
Total194 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Thornton

Median Family Size in Thornton

The median family size in Thornton is 4.72 persons per family, with single male/father families (9 | 11.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 8.56 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (17 | 21.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.29 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Thornton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple53 (67.1%)4.53
Single Male/Father9 (11.4%)8.56
Single Female/Mother17 (21.5%)3.29
Total Families79 (100.0%)4.72

Median Household Size in Thornton

The median household size in Thornton is 4.06 persons per household, with single male/father households (9 | 9.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 9 persons per household. non-family households (20 | 20.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Thornton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple53 (53.5%)4.53
Single Male/Father9 (9.1%)9.00
Single Female/Mother17 (17.2%)3.53
Non-family20 (20.2%)1.05
Total Households99 (100.0%)4.06

Household Size by Marriage Status in Thornton

Out of a total of 99 households in Thornton, 79 (79.8%) are family households, while 20 (20.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 53, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 18.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Thornton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-18 (18.2%)
2-Person Households53 (53.5%)2 (2.0%)
3-Person Households17 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households6 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households2 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households1 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (79.8%)20 (20.2%)

Female Fertility in Thornton

Fertility by Age in Thornton

Average fertility rate in Thornton is 10.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Thornton
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 years1 (100.0%)48.0
Total1 (100.0%)10.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Thornton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Thornton
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%)1 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Thornton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Thornton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma1 (100.0%)125.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total1 (100.0%)10.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Thornton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Thornton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
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%)1 (100.0%)

Income in Thornton

Income Overview in Thornton

Per Capita Income in Thornton is $20,981, while median incomes of families and households are $56,250 and $46,563 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income402$20,981
Median Family Income79$56,250
Mean Family Income79$56,551
Median Household Income99$46,563
Mean Household Income99$53,982
Income Deficit79$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4020.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)402100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4020.34

Earnings by Sex in Thornton

Earnings by Sex in Thornton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male38 (23.0%)$0
Female127 (77.0%)$21,572
Total165 (100.0%)$21,779

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Thornton

The most common earnings brackets in Thornton are $20,000 to $22,499 for men (19 | 50.0%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (66 | 52.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Thornton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)13 (10.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)2 (1.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)2 (1.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)4 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)1 (0.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49919 (50.0%)66 (52.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9991 (2.6%)17 (13.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)8 (6.3%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)6 (4.7%)
$35,000 to $39,9997 (18.4%)2 (1.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9993 (7.9%)2 (1.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9993 (7.9%)1 (0.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9991 (2.6%)3 (2.4%)
$65,000 to $74,9993 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+1 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Thornton

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Thornton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,286$0
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$21,711$21,269
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Thornton

Family Income Brackets in Thornton

According to the Thornton family income data, there are 28 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Thornton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00045.1%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991316.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991215.2%
$35,000 to $49,9991012.7%
$50,000 to $74,999810.1%
$75,000 to $99,9992835.4%
$100,000 to $149,99945.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Thornton

2-person families (55 | 69.6%) account for the highest median family income in Thornton with $71,875 per family, while 2-person families (55 | 69.6%) have the highest median income of $35,938 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Thornton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families55 (69.6%)$71,875
3-Person Families18 (22.8%)$0
4-Person Families3 (3.8%)$0
5-Person Families3 (3.8%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total79 (100.0%)$56,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Thornton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Thornton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners30 (38.0%)$35,625
1 Earner26 (32.9%)$0
2 Earners23 (29.1%)$79,250
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total79 (100.0%)$56,250

Household Income in Thornton

Household Income Brackets in Thornton

With 33 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Thornton, accounting for 33.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Thornton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00088.1%
$10,000 to $14,99933.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991111.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991212.1%
$35,000 to $49,9992121.2%
$50,000 to $74,99977.1%
$75,000 to $99,9993333.3%
$100,000 to $149,99944.0%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Thornton

The median household income in Thornton is $46,563, with the highest median household income of $73,750 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 23 households (23.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Thornton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years16 (16.2%)$0
45 to 64 Years23 (23.2%)$73,750
65+ Years60 (60.6%)$42,000
Total99 (100.0%)$46,563

Poverty in Thornton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Thornton

With 14.9% poverty level for males and 10.6% for females among the residents of Thornton, 12 to 14 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (100.0%) and 1 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Thornton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2 (33.3%)1 (100.0%)
5 Years2 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (64.3%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (14.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)3 (15.0%)
45 to 54 Years8 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (14.3%)2 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (62.5%)
Total29 (14.9%)22 (10.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Thornton

According to the poverty statistics in Thornton, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 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 Thornton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years3 (60.0%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (35.7%)3 (100.0%)
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 Years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years20 (100.0%)61 (85.9%)
35 to 44 Years3 (100.0%)17 (85.0%)
45 to 54 Years42 (84.0%)5 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years24 (85.7%)48 (96.0%)
65 to 74 Years60 (100.0%)42 (97.7%)
75 Years and over4 (100.0%)3 (37.5%)
Total165 (85.1%)186 (89.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Thornton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Thornton show that 1.9% or 1 of the total 53 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.1%, comprising of 1 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 Thornton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children47 (97.9%)1 (2.1%)
1 or 2 Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (98.1%)1 (1.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Thornton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Thornton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)1 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)13 (76.5%)

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

The poverty data for Thornton shows that 1 of the married-couple family households (1.9%) and 13 of the single-parent households (50.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (2.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 household (85.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Thornton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (85.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)1 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (1.9%)13 (50.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Thornton

Employment by Class of Employer in Thornton

Among the 90 employed individuals in Thornton, private company employees (60 | 66.7%), not-for-profit organizations (15 | 16.7%), and state government employees (9 | 10.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Thornton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6066.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1516.7%
Local Government Employees44.4%
State Government Employees910.0%
Federal Government Employees22.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total90100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Thornton

According to the labor force statistics for Thornton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (367), 44.7% or 164 individuals are in the labor force, with 45.1% or 74 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 3 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 82.2% or 60 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Thornton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years73 (98.6%)60 (82.2%)
30 to 34 Years8 (47.1%)1 (12.5%)
35 to 44 Years21 (91.3%)13 (61.9%)
45 to 54 Years5 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years10 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years5 (31.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years39 (37.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total164 (44.7%)74 (45.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Thornton

According to labor force statistics for Thornton, 49.4% of individuals (122) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (247) are in the labor force, with 60.7% or 74 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 100.0% or 3 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 79.3% or 73 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Thornton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School14 (15.1%)7 (7.1%)
High School Diploma13 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree92 (88.5%)82 (79.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total122 (49.4%)150 (60.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Thornton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thornton are Community & Social Service (11 | 12.2%), Education Instruction & Library (11 | 12.2%), Management (6 | 6.7%), and Business & Financial (1 | 1.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Thornton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Thornton, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), and Management (16.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Management (83.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Thornton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
Business & Financial1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
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)2 (11.1%)16 (88.9%)
Total (Overall)37 (41.1%)53 (58.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Thornton are Healthcare Support (7 | 7.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (1 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Thornton

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Thornton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
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%)1 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)37 (41.1%)53 (58.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Thornton are Office & Administration (26 | 28.9%), and Sales & Related (18 | 20.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Thornton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Thornton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related15 (83.3%)3 (16.7%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total (Category)15 (34.1%)29 (65.9%)
Total (Overall)37 (41.1%)53 (58.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Thornton are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 11.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 3.3%), and Construction & Extraction (2 | 2.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Thornton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Thornton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)37 (41.1%)53 (58.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Thornton are , and Production (5 | 5.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Thornton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Thornton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1 (20.0%)4 (80.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1 (20.0%)4 (80.0%)
Total (Overall)37 (41.1%)53 (58.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Thornton

Employment Industries in Thornton

The major employment industries in Thornton include Retail Trade (34 | 37.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (17 | 18.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (13 | 14.4%), Educational Services (9 | 10.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (5 | 5.6%).
Employment Industries in Thornton

Employment Industries by Sex in Thornton

The Thornton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Thornton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade15 (44.1%)19 (55.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
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%)9 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (23.5%)13 (76.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services1 (20.0%)4 (80.0%)
Public Administration1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total37 (41.1%)53 (58.9%)

Education in Thornton

School Enrollment in Thornton

The most common levels of schooling among the 94 students in Thornton are college / undergraduate (63 | 67.0%), elementary school (10 | 10.6%), and middle school (8 | 8.5%).
School Enrollment in Thornton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool33.2%
Kindergarten77.4%
Elementary School1010.6%
Middle School88.5%
High School33.2%
College / Undergraduate6367.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total94100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Thornton

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Thornton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Thornton

Education (14 | 60.9%), arts & humanities (8 | 34.8%), and science & technology (1 | 4.3%) are the most common fields of study among 23 individuals in Thornton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Thornton
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 & Technology14.3%
Business00.0%
Education1460.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities834.8%
Total23100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Thornton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Thornton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Thornton are males with 2 vehicles (20, accounting for 54.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (22, making up 37.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Thornton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle3 (8.1%)14 (26.4%)
2 Vehicles20 (54.0%)22 (41.5%)
3 Vehicles11 (29.7%)9 (17.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)3 (5.7%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (5.4%)5 (9.4%)
Total37 (100.0%)53 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Thornton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Thornton are 20 to 24 minutes (38 commuters, 42.2%), 10 to 14 minutes (28 commuters, 31.1%), and 5 to 9 minutes (8 commuters, 8.9%).
Commute Time in Thornton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes88.9%
10 to 14 Minutes2831.1%
15 to 19 Minutes66.7%
20 to 24 Minutes3842.2%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes33.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes22.2%
60 to 89 Minutes55.6%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Thornton

The most common commute times in Thornton are 20 to 24 minutes (20 commuters, 54.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (18 commuters, 34.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Thornton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (15.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes11 (29.7%)17 (32.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (11.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes20 (54.0%)18 (34.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes1 (2.7%)2 (3.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (3.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes5 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Thornton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Thornton are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (15, 40.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (13, 24.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Thornton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM3 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10 (27.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1 (2.7%)1 (1.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3 (8.1%)10 (18.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM15 (40.5%)11 (20.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (24.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (1.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1 (2.7%)2 (3.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (10.8%)8 (15.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)5 (9.4%)
Total37 (100.0%)53 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Thornton

Occupancy by Ownership in Thornton

Of the total 99 dwellings in Thornton, owner-occupied units account for 84 (84.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 15 (15.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Thornton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units8484.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1515.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units99100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Thornton

Occupancy by Household Size in Thornton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1818.2%
2-Person Household5555.6%
3-Person Household1717.2%
4+ Person Household99.1%
Total Housing Units99100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Thornton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Thornton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
2-Person Household50 (90.9%)5 (9.1%)
3-Person Household15 (88.2%)2 (11.8%)
4+ Person Household6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
Total Housing Units84 (84.9%)15 (15.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Thornton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Thornton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
High School Diploma13 (76.5%)4 (23.5%)
College/Associate Degree39 (92.9%)3 (7.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Thornton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Thornton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1111.1%
35 to 44 Years55.1%
45 to 54 Years44.0%
55 to 64 Years1919.2%
65 to 74 Years5050.5%
75 to 84 Years22.0%
85 Years and Over88.1%
Total99100.0%

Housing Finances in Thornton

Median Income by Occupancy in Thornton

Median Income by Occupancy in Thornton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied84 (84.9%)$46,875
Renter-Occupied15 (15.1%)$0
Average99 (100.0%)$46,563

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Thornton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Thornton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (3.6%)5 (33.3%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9992 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9999 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (21.4%)3 (20.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9994 (4.8%)3 (20.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99929 (34.5%)4 (26.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9994 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total84 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Thornton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Thornton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30019 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49935 (41.7%)4 (26.7%)
$500 to $79913 (15.5%)3 (20.0%)
$800 to $99915 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4992 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)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%)
Total84 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Thornton

Housing Structures in Thornton

Housing Structures in Thornton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7777.8%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other2222.2%
Total99100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Thornton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Thornton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached64 (83.1%)13 (16.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
Total84 (84.9%)15 (15.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Thornton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Thornton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms51 (60.7%)11 (73.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms23 (27.4%)4 (26.7%)
8 or more Rooms10 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total84 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Thornton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Thornton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas58 (69.1%)10 (66.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity23 (27.4%)5 (33.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels1 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total84 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Thornton

Household Vehicle Usage in Thornton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)3 (20.0%)
1 Vehicle19 (22.6%)8 (53.3%)
2 Vehicles40 (47.6%)1 (6.7%)
3 or more Vehicles25 (29.8%)3 (20.0%)
Total84 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Thornton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Thornton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6618
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income$38,750$0
Monthly Housing Costs$430$0
Real Estate Taxes$440$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Thornton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Thornton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00034 (51.5%)2 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9995 (7.6%)16 (88.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99926 (39.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9991 (1.5%)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%)
Total66 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Thornton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Thornton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99914 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (27.3%)1 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9992 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99914 (21.2%)2 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9994 (6.1%)15 (83.3%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Thornton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Thornton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x34 (51.5%)78,500 (436,111.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x18 (27.3%)18 (100.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x1 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more13 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Thornton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Thornton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80055 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4994 (6.1%)18 (100.0%)
$800 to $1,4991 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Thornton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thornton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thornton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years90 (98.9%)1 (1.1%)
35 to 44 Years21 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)
45 to 54 Years55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years77 (98.7%)1 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total398 (99.0%)4 (1.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Thornton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Thornton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Thornton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Thornton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00052 (98.1%)1 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999146 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99927 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999160 (98.2%)3 (1.8%)
$100,000 and over13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thornton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Thornton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 615 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years21 (95.5%)3 (13.6%)
19 to 25 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years77 (84.6%)13 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years15 (65.2%)6 (26.1%)
45 to 54 Years50 (90.9%)5 (9.1%)
55 to 64 Years57 (73.1%)22 (28.2%)
65 to 74 Years103 (100.0%)69 (67.0%)
75 Years and over12 (100.0%)5 (41.7%)
Total353 (87.8%)123 (30.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Thornton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Thornton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (59.3%)42 (56.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (48.3%)18 (41.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (75.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Thornton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Thornton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (3.7%)1 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years26 (43.3%)8 (18.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Thornton: <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 Years9 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (22.2%)1 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years26 (43.3%)8 (18.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Thornton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (28.4%)41 (54.7%)
65 to 74 Years17 (28.3%)3 (7.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Thornton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (24.7%)2 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years26 (43.3%)15 (34.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (62.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Thornton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Thornton

Computing Device Access in Thornton

Computing Device Access in Thornton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5151.5%
Smartphone7676.8%
Tablet3838.4%
No Computing Device1414.1%
Total99100.0%

Internet Access in Thornton

Internet Access in Thornton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home4747.5%
Cellular Data Only1919.2%
Satellite Internet44.0%
No Internet3333.3%
Total99100.0%

Thornton Summary

Thornton is a small town located in White County, Arkansas, United States. It is situated in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains, approximately 20 miles north of Searcy, the county seat. The town was founded in 1883 and incorporated in 1887. As of the 2010 census, the population of Thornton was 545.

History

The area that is now Thornton was first settled in the early 1800s by a group of settlers from Tennessee. The town was originally known as “Thornton’s Store”, named after the store owned by the first settler, William Thornton. The town was officially incorporated in 1887 and the first post office was established in 1888.
In the early 1900s, Thornton was a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several cotton gins, a grist mill, a sawmill, and a blacksmith shop. The town also had a hotel, a bank, and several stores.

Geography

Thornton is located in White County, Arkansas, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The town is situated at the intersection of Arkansas Highway 5 and Arkansas Highway 36. The town is approximately 20 miles north of Searcy, the county seat.
The town is located in a rural area and is surrounded by farmland. The nearest major city is Little Rock, which is approximately 80 miles to the south.

Climate

Thornton has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 63°F, with an average high of 87°F in the summer and an average low of 38°F in the winter. The average annual precipitation is 48 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Thornton was 545. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

Economy

Thornton is a small, rural town and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, soybeans, corn, and wheat. The town also has several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Conclusion

Thornton is a small town located in White County, Arkansas, in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The town was founded in 1883 and incorporated in 1887. As of the 2010 census, the population of Thornton was 545. The town is largely agricultural, with several farms producing a variety of crops. Thornton also has several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Thornton?
Total Population of Thornton is 402.
What is the Total Male Population of Thornton?
Total Male Population of Thornton is 194.
What is the Total Female Population of Thornton?
Total Female Population of Thornton is 208.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Thornton?
There are 93.27 Males per 100 Females in Thornton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Thornton?
There are 107.22 Females per 100 Males in Thornton.
What is the Median Population Age in Thornton?
Median Population Age in Thornton is 53.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Thornton
Average Family Size in Thornton is 4.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Thornton
Average Household Size in Thornton is 4.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Thornton?
Per Capita income in Thornton is $20,981.
What is the Median Family Income in Thornton?
Median Family Income in Thornton is $56,250.
What is the Median Household income in Thornton?
Median Household Income in Thornton is $46,563.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Thornton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Thornton is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Thornton?
There are 164 People in the Labor Forcein in Thornton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Thornton?
44.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Thornton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Thornton?
Unemployment Rate in Thornton is 45.1%.