West Memphis, AR

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West Memphis Overview

24,351
TOTAL POPULATION
10,839
MALE POPULATION
13,512
FEMALE POPULATION
80.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
124.66
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,985
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,603
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$40,904
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,702
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,056
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

West Memphis Zip Codes

West Memphis Area Codes

Race in West Memphis

The most populous races in West Memphis are Black / African American (15,177 | 62.3%), White / Caucasian (8,035 | 33.0%), and Two or more Races (929 | 3.8%).
Race in West Memphis
Race# Population% Population
Asian1530.6%
Black / African American15,17762.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino5202.1%
Native / Alaskan290.1%
White / Caucasian8,03533.0%
Two or more Races9293.8%
Some other Race280.1%
Total24,351100.0%

Ancestry in West Memphis

The most populous ancestries reported in West Memphis are American (1,694 | 7.0%), Irish (1,539 | 6.3%), German (1,457 | 6.0%), English (1,072 | 4.4%), and Italian (280 | 1.1%), together accounting for 24.8% of all West Memphis residents.
Ancestry in West Memphis
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1850.8%
American1,6947.0%
Arab120.1%
British90.0%
Burmese210.1%
Central American2020.8%
Central American Indian110.1%
Cherokee1890.8%
Choctaw170.1%
Costa Rican230.1%
Cuban660.3%
Dutch660.3%
English1,0724.4%
European800.3%
French470.2%
German1,4576.0%
Guatemalan1330.5%
Haitian50.0%
Honduran180.1%
Indian (Asian)400.2%
Irish1,5396.3%
Iroquois200.1%
Italian2801.1%
Jordanian120.1%
Korean190.1%
Mexican2130.9%
Nigerian170.1%
Norwegian410.2%
Polish550.2%
Russian150.1%
Salvadoran280.1%
Samoan1770.7%
Scandinavian10.0%
Scotch-Irish1730.7%
Scottish1750.7%
Spanish360.2%
Sri Lankan700.3%
Subsaharan African2020.8%
Swedish120.1%
Swiss80.0%
Welsh180.1%
West Indian230.1%
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Immigrants in West Memphis

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Memphis came from Central America (219 | 0.9%), Latin America (219 | 0.9%), Guatemala (125 | 0.5%), Asia (107 | 0.4%), and Mexico (51 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.0% of all West Memphis residents.
Immigrants in West Memphis
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa70.0%
Asia1070.4%
Central America2190.9%
China250.1%
Costa Rica190.1%
Eastern Asia460.2%
El Salvador180.1%
Guatemala1250.5%
Honduras60.0%
Hong Kong160.1%
Indonesia90.0%
Jordan120.1%
Korea210.1%
Latin America2190.9%
Mexico510.2%
Nigeria70.0%
Philippines50.0%
South Eastern Asia490.2%
Vietnam350.1%
Western Africa70.0%
Western Asia120.1%
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Sex and Age in West Memphis

Sex and Age in West Memphis

The most populous age groups in West Memphis are Under 5 Years (1,019 | 9.4%) for men and Under 5 Years (1,169 | 8.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in West Memphis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,019 (9.4%)1,169 (8.6%)
5 to 9 Years848 (7.8%)991 (7.3%)
10 to 14 Years747 (6.9%)789 (5.8%)
15 to 19 Years787 (7.3%)918 (6.8%)
20 to 24 Years883 (8.2%)864 (6.4%)
25 to 29 Years881 (8.1%)1,072 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years628 (5.8%)982 (7.3%)
35 to 39 Years621 (5.7%)849 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Years708 (6.5%)736 (5.4%)
45 to 49 Years404 (3.7%)648 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years533 (4.9%)811 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years620 (5.7%)723 (5.3%)
60 to 64 Years734 (6.8%)753 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years518 (4.8%)706 (5.2%)
70 to 74 Years272 (2.5%)444 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years334 (3.1%)554 (4.1%)
80 to 84 Years204 (1.9%)225 (1.7%)
85 Years and over98 (0.9%)278 (2.1%)
Total10,839 (100.0%)13,512 (100.0%)

Families and Households in West Memphis

Median Family Size in West Memphis

The median family size in West Memphis is 3.11 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,805 | 47.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (631 | 10.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.60 persons per family.
Median Family Size in West Memphis
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,506 (42.2%)3.04
Single Male/Father631 (10.6%)2.60
Single Female/Mother2,805 (47.2%)3.30
Total Families5,942 (100.0%)3.11

Median Household Size in West Memphis

The median household size in West Memphis is 2.47 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,805 | 29.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.44 persons per household. non-family households (3,712 | 38.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in West Memphis
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,506 (26.0%)3.04
Single Male/Father631 (6.5%)2.95
Single Female/Mother2,805 (29.1%)3.44
Non-family3,712 (38.5%)1.27
Total Households9,654 (100.0%)2.47

Household Size by Marriage Status in West Memphis

Out of a total of 9,654 households in West Memphis, 5,942 (61.6%) are family households, while 3,712 (38.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,832, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,005.
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Memphis
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,005 (31.1%)
2-Person Households2,832 (29.3%)550 (5.7%)
3-Person Households1,405 (14.5%)56 (0.6%)
4-Person Households862 (8.9%)54 (0.6%)
5-Person Households681 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households114 (1.2%)44 (0.5%)
7+ Person Households48 (0.5%)3 (0.0%)
Total5,942 (61.6%)3,712 (38.5%)

Female Fertility in West Memphis

Fertility by Age in West Memphis

Average fertility rate in West Memphis is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 96.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 68.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in West Memphis
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years44 (10.8%)48.0
20 to 34 years280 (68.6%)96.0
35 to 50 years84 (20.6%)36.0
Total408 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Memphis

9.3% of women with births (408) in West Memphis are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 87.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Memphis
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years34 (12.1%)246 (87.9%)
35 to 50 years4 (4.8%)80 (95.2%)
Total38 (9.3%)370 (90.7%)

Fertility by Education in West Memphis

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in West Memphis
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School91 (22.3%)80.0
High School Diploma219 (53.7%)109.0
College or Associate's Degree82 (20.1%)38.0
Bachelor's Degree16 (3.9%)22.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total408 (100.0%)66.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Memphis

90.7% of women with births in West Memphis are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 36.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Memphis
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)91 (100.0%)
High School Diploma8 (3.6%)211 (96.4%)
College or Associate's Degree30 (36.6%)52 (63.4%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (9.3%)370 (90.7%)

Income in West Memphis

Income Overview in West Memphis

Per Capita Income in West Memphis is $22,985, while median incomes of families and households are $46,603 and $40,904 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income24,351$22,985
Median Family Income5,942$46,603
Mean Family Income5,942$61,704
Median Household Income9,654$40,904
Mean Household Income9,654$56,849
Income Deficit5,942$11,702
Wage / Income Gap (%)24,35113.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)24,35186.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index24,3510.47

Earnings by Sex in West Memphis

Average Earnings in West Memphis are $29,463, $31,812 for men and $27,386 for women, a difference of 13.9%.
Earnings by Sex in West Memphis
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male4,941 (44.2%)$31,812
Female6,244 (55.8%)$27,386
Total11,185 (100.0%)$29,463

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Memphis

The most common earnings brackets in West Memphis are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (623 | 12.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (670 | 10.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Memphis
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less191 (3.9%)314 (5.0%)
$2,500 to $4,999277 (5.6%)155 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49983 (1.7%)294 (4.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999146 (2.9%)293 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499161 (3.3%)207 (3.3%)
$12,500 to $14,999137 (2.8%)251 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,499206 (4.2%)276 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999118 (2.4%)301 (4.8%)
$20,000 to $22,499243 (4.9%)244 (3.9%)
$22,500 to $24,999171 (3.5%)535 (8.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999623 (12.6%)492 (7.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999259 (5.2%)670 (10.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999276 (5.6%)372 (6.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999320 (6.5%)426 (6.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999409 (8.3%)417 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999182 (3.7%)268 (4.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999456 (9.2%)196 (3.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999258 (5.2%)48 (0.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999225 (4.5%)329 (5.3%)
$100,000+200 (4.1%)156 (2.5%)
Total4,941 (100.0%)6,244 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Memphis

Average earnings in West Memphis are $38,125 for men and $30,856 for women, a difference of 19.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,864, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $34,063. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,083, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,442.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Memphis
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,591$24,442
High School Diploma$34,914$26,675
College or Associate's Degree$34,063$29,250
Bachelor's Degree$55,280$49,161
Graduate Degree$63,864$57,083
Total$38,125$30,856

Family Income in West Memphis

Family Income Brackets in West Memphis

According to the West Memphis family income data, there are 1,111 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.7% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 143 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in West Memphis
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004167.0%
$10,000 to $14,9994347.3%
$15,000 to $24,9994998.4%
$25,000 to $34,99982013.8%
$35,000 to $49,99995116.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,11118.7%
$75,000 to $99,99973112.3%
$100,000 to $149,99965411.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991843.1%
$200,000+1432.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Memphis

7+ person families (45 | 0.8%) account for the highest median family income in West Memphis with $88,242 per family, while 2-person families (3,102 | 52.2%) have the highest median income of $23,750 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Memphis
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,102 (52.2%)$47,500
3-Person Families1,305 (22.0%)$47,875
4-Person Families866 (14.6%)$42,500
5-Person Families510 (8.6%)$43,941
6-Person Families114 (1.9%)$0
7+ Person Families45 (0.8%)$88,242
Total5,942 (100.0%)$46,603

Family Income by Number of Earners in West Memphis

The median family income in West Memphis is $46,603, with families comprising 3+ earners (411) having the highest median family income of $106,050, while families with no earners (1,007) have the lowest median family income of $16,972, accounting for 6.9% and 17.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Memphis
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,007 (17.0%)$16,972
1 Earner2,721 (45.8%)$34,855
2 Earners1,803 (30.3%)$69,155
3+ Earners411 (6.9%)$106,050
Total5,942 (100.0%)$46,603

Household Income in West Memphis

Household Income Brackets in West Memphis

With 1,718 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in West Memphis, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 203 households (2.1%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in West Memphis
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007247.5%
$10,000 to $14,9991,11011.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991,18712.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991,14911.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991,39014.4%
$50,000 to $74,9991,71817.8%
$75,000 to $99,9999279.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991,02310.6%
$150,000 to $199,9992032.1%
$200,000+2222.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in West Memphis

The median household income in West Memphis is $40,904, with the highest median household income of $49,676 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,541 households (26.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $33,269, with 650 households (6.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in West Memphis
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years650 (6.7%)$33,269
25 to 44 Years3,217 (33.3%)$40,978
45 to 64 Years3,246 (33.6%)$40,000
65+ Years2,541 (26.3%)$49,676
Total9,654 (100.0%)$40,904

Poverty in West Memphis

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Memphis

With 21.4% poverty level for males and 27.3% for females among the residents of West Memphis, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 116 males (41.9%) and 490 females (43.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Memphis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years350 (34.4%)490 (43.3%)
5 Years116 (41.9%)69 (35.6%)
6 to 11 Years322 (36.1%)402 (38.9%)
12 to 14 Years125 (29.3%)148 (28.5%)
15 Years47 (38.2%)19 (10.9%)
16 and 17 Years55 (16.6%)62 (18.2%)
18 to 24 Years257 (21.3%)410 (32.4%)
25 to 34 Years324 (22.4%)450 (22.1%)
35 to 44 Years142 (11.2%)431 (27.7%)
45 to 54 Years162 (17.5%)412 (28.5%)
55 to 64 Years183 (13.6%)311 (21.3%)
65 to 74 Years102 (13.3%)269 (24.0%)
75 Years and over88 (14.4%)149 (15.2%)
Total2,273 (21.4%)3,622 (27.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Memphis

According to the poverty statistics in West Memphis, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 88.8% of males and 89.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Memphis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years669 (65.6%)642 (56.7%)
5 Years161 (58.1%)125 (64.4%)
6 to 11 Years570 (63.9%)632 (61.1%)
12 to 14 Years301 (70.7%)371 (71.5%)
15 Years76 (61.8%)156 (89.1%)
16 and 17 Years277 (83.4%)279 (81.8%)
18 to 24 Years950 (78.7%)855 (67.6%)
25 to 34 Years1,121 (77.6%)1,585 (77.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,125 (88.8%)1,125 (72.3%)
45 to 54 Years766 (82.5%)1,034 (71.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,164 (86.4%)1,147 (78.7%)
65 to 74 Years666 (86.7%)852 (76.0%)
75 Years and over521 (85.6%)828 (84.8%)
Total8,367 (78.6%)9,631 (72.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Memphis

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Memphis show that 4.3% or 107 of the total 2,506 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.6%, comprising of 68 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.1%, which includes 35 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Memphis
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,603 (97.9%)35 (2.1%)
1 or 2 Children720 (91.4%)68 (8.6%)
3 or 4 Children76 (95.0%)4 (5.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,399 (95.7%)107 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Memphis

According to the poverty data in West Memphis, 17.7% or 112 single-father households and 35.2% or 988 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 332 households (53.1%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Memphis
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children15 (5.2%)273 (31.0%)
1 or 2 Children69 (21.9%)374 (29.5%)
3 or 4 Children28 (100.0%)332 (53.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)9 (29.0%)
Total112 (17.7%)988 (35.2%)

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

The poverty data for West Memphis shows that 107 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 1,100 of the single-parent households (32.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 68 households (8.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 360 household (55.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Memphis
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children35 (2.1%)288 (24.7%)
1 or 2 Children68 (8.6%)443 (28.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (5.0%)360 (55.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)9 (29.0%)
Total107 (4.3%)1,100 (32.0%)

Employment Characteristics in West Memphis

Employment by Class of Employer in West Memphis

Among the 9,240 employed individuals in West Memphis, private company employees (7,152 | 77.4%), local government employees (578 | 6.3%), and state government employees (474 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in West Memphis
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7,15277.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)971.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4715.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations3654.0%
Local Government Employees5786.3%
State Government Employees4745.1%
Federal Government Employees1031.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total9,240100.0%

Employment Status by Age in West Memphis

According to the labor force statistics for West Memphis, out of the total population over 16 years of age (18,489), 59.8% or 11,056 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.3% or 1,470 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 84.3% or 1,357 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 41.1% or 254 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in West Memphis
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years619 (44.0%)254 (41.1%)
20 to 24 Years1,364 (78.1%)292 (21.4%)
25 to 29 Years1,631 (83.5%)192 (11.8%)
30 to 34 Years1,357 (84.3%)259 (19.1%)
35 to 44 Years2,212 (75.9%)170 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years1,672 (69.8%)114 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years723 (53.8%)107 (14.8%)
60 to 64 Years779 (52.4%)56 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years512 (26.4%)29 (5.7%)
75 Years and over191 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total11,056 (59.8%)1,470 (13.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Memphis

According to labor force statistics for West Memphis, 71.6% of individuals (8,379) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (11,703) are in the labor force, with 10.7% or 897 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 83.5% or 1,462 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 27.7% or 234 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Memphis
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School845 (51.9%)451 (27.7%)
High School Diploma3,223 (68.7%)657 (14.0%)
College / Associate Degree2,844 (78.3%)149 (4.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,462 (83.5%)117 (6.7%)
Total8,379 (71.6%)1,252 (10.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in West Memphis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Memphis are Community & Social Service (811 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (690 | 7.2%), Management (608 | 6.3%), Education Instruction & Library (447 | 4.7%), and Health Technologists (345 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in West Memphis

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Memphis, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (92.9%), Computers & Mathematics (90.2%), and Architecture & Engineering (79.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Technologists (96.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in West Memphis
OccupationMaleFemale
Management312 (51.3%)296 (48.7%)
Business & Financial144 (53.7%)124 (46.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science180 (76.6%)55 (23.4%)
Computers & Mathematics92 (90.2%)10 (9.8%)
Architecture & Engineering88 (79.3%)23 (20.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 246 (30.3%)565 (69.7%)
Education, Arts & Media37 (20.2%)146 (79.8%)
Legal Services & Support39 (92.9%)3 (7.1%)
Education Instruction & Library159 (35.6%)288 (64.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment11 (7.9%)128 (92.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating42 (6.1%)648 (93.9%)
Health Technologists12 (3.5%)333 (96.5%)
Total (Category)924 (35.4%)1,688 (64.6%)
Total (Overall)4,266 (44.5%)5,321 (55.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in West Memphis are Food Preparation & Serving (706 | 7.4%), Healthcare Support (375 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (363 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (288 | 3.0%), and Law Enforcement (149 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in West Memphis

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in West Memphis, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (52.5%), Security & Protection (40.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.3%), Personal Care & Service (75.4%), and Law Enforcement (71.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in West Memphis
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support25 (6.7%)350 (93.3%)
Security & Protection116 (40.3%)172 (59.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention73 (52.5%)66 (47.5%)
Law Enforcement43 (28.9%)106 (71.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving224 (31.7%)482 (68.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance134 (36.9%)229 (63.1%)
Personal Care & Service33 (24.6%)101 (75.4%)
Total (Category)532 (28.5%)1,334 (71.5%)
Total (Overall)4,266 (44.5%)5,321 (55.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Memphis are Sales & Related (1,002 | 10.4%), and Office & Administration (794 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in West Memphis

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in West Memphis
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related309 (30.8%)693 (69.2%)
Office & Administration98 (12.3%)696 (87.7%)
Total (Category)407 (22.7%)1,389 (77.3%)
Total (Overall)4,266 (44.5%)5,321 (55.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Memphis are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (583 | 6.1%), Construction & Extraction (353 | 3.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (38 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in West Memphis

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in West Memphis
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction326 (92.3%)27 (7.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair575 (98.6%)8 (1.4%)
Total (Category)939 (96.4%)35 (3.6%)
Total (Overall)4,266 (44.5%)5,321 (55.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Memphis are Material Moving (1,114 | 11.6%), Production (792 | 8.3%), and Transportation (433 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in West Memphis

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in West Memphis
OccupationMaleFemale
Production454 (57.3%)338 (42.7%)
Transportation335 (77.4%)98 (22.6%)
Material Moving675 (60.6%)439 (39.4%)
Total (Category)1,464 (62.6%)875 (37.4%)
Total (Overall)4,266 (44.5%)5,321 (55.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in West Memphis

Employment Industries in West Memphis

The major employment industries in West Memphis include Retail Trade (1,405 | 14.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,229 | 12.8%), Manufacturing (1,057 | 11.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (917 | 9.6%), and Transportation & Warehousing (852 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries in West Memphis

Employment Industries by Sex in West Memphis

The West Memphis industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (86.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (96.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (75.3%), and Professional & Scientific (74.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Memphis
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction405 (86.0%)66 (14.0%)
Manufacturing777 (73.5%)280 (26.5%)
Wholesale Trade180 (54.7%)149 (45.3%)
Retail Trade540 (38.4%)865 (61.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing616 (72.3%)236 (27.7%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information147 (61.8%)91 (38.2%)
Finance & Insurance86 (38.4%)138 (61.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing44 (28.8%)109 (71.2%)
Professional & Scientific93 (26.1%)264 (74.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support210 (40.2%)312 (59.8%)
Educational Services249 (32.9%)507 (67.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance49 (4.0%)1,180 (96.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation38 (56.7%)29 (43.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services226 (24.6%)691 (75.3%)
Public Administration139 (36.6%)241 (63.4%)
Total4,266 (44.5%)5,321 (55.5%)

Education in West Memphis

School Enrollment in West Memphis

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,155 students in West Memphis are high school (1,393 | 22.6%), elementary school (1,283 | 20.8%), and middle school (1,087 | 17.7%).
School Enrollment in West Memphis
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool82113.3%
Kindergarten4527.3%
Elementary School1,28320.8%
Middle School1,08717.7%
High School1,39322.6%
College / Undergraduate93115.1%
Graduate / Professional1883.0%
Total6,155100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Memphis

Out of a total of 6,155 students who are enrolled in schools in West Memphis, 419 (6.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,736 (93.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 57 (17.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 396 (97.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Memphis
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds557 (92.7%)44 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,659 (95.3%)82 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,398 (93.8%)92 (6.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds865 (92.3%)72 (7.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds253 (88.5%)33 (11.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds396 (97.3%)11 (2.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds332 (92.2%)28 (7.8%)
35 Years and over276 (82.9%)57 (17.1%)
Total5,736 (93.2%)419 (6.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Memphis

Education (553 | 23.2%), business (488 | 20.5%), science & technology (408 | 17.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (189 | 7.9%), and social sciences (161 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,382 individuals in West Memphis who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Memphis
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics763.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1897.9%
Physical & Health Sciences482.0%
Psychology50.2%
Social Sciences1616.8%
Engineering140.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies723.0%
Science & Technology40817.1%
Business48820.5%
Education55323.2%
Literature & Languages873.6%
Liberal Arts & History421.8%
Visual & Performing Arts421.8%
Communications572.4%
Arts & Humanities1405.9%
Total2,382100.0%

Transportation & Commute in West Memphis

Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Memphis

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Memphis are males with 2 vehicles (2,192, accounting for 53.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,862, making up 42.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Memphis
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle144 (3.5%)222 (4.3%)
1 Vehicle806 (19.6%)2,068 (40.4%)
2 Vehicles2,192 (53.4%)1,862 (36.4%)
3 Vehicles562 (13.7%)487 (9.5%)
4 Vehicles367 (8.9%)480 (9.4%)
5 or more Vehicles34 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,105 (100.0%)5,119 (100.0%)

Commute Time in West Memphis

The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Memphis are 5 to 9 minutes (2,489 commuters, 28.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,371 commuters, 15.6%), and 20 to 24 minutes (947 commuters, 10.8%).
Commute Time in West Memphis
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5105.8%
5 to 9 Minutes2,48928.4%
10 to 14 Minutes1,37115.6%
15 to 19 Minutes8479.7%
20 to 24 Minutes94710.8%
25 to 29 Minutes3714.2%
30 to 34 Minutes8009.1%
35 to 39 Minutes1581.8%
40 to 44 Minutes4785.4%
45 to 59 Minutes4605.2%
60 to 89 Minutes1391.6%
90 or more Minutes1982.3%

Commute Time by Sex in West Memphis

The most common commute times in West Memphis are 5 to 9 minutes (1,055 commuters, 26.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,434 commuters, 29.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in West Memphis
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes236 (6.0%)274 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,055 (26.7%)1,434 (29.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes599 (15.1%)772 (16.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes339 (8.6%)508 (10.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes395 (10.0%)552 (11.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes217 (5.5%)154 (3.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes391 (9.9%)409 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes79 (2.0%)79 (1.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes261 (6.6%)217 (4.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes252 (6.4%)208 (4.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes71 (1.8%)68 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes58 (1.5%)140 (2.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Memphis

The most frequent times of departure to work in West Memphis are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (554, 14.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (899, 18.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Memphis
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM147 (3.7%)324 (6.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM274 (6.9%)282 (5.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM173 (4.4%)159 (3.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM327 (8.3%)302 (6.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM540 (13.7%)225 (4.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM299 (7.6%)688 (14.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM552 (14.0%)899 (18.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM206 (5.2%)514 (10.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM107 (2.7%)148 (3.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM238 (6.0%)223 (4.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM14 (0.4%)63 (1.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM43 (1.1%)35 (0.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM479 (12.1%)460 (9.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM554 (14.0%)493 (10.2%)
Total3,953 (100.0%)4,815 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in West Memphis

Occupancy by Ownership in West Memphis

Of the total 9,654 dwellings in West Memphis, owner-occupied units account for 4,318 (44.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,336 (55.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in West Memphis
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4,31844.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5,33655.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,654100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in West Memphis

Occupancy by Household Size in West Memphis
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,00531.1%
2-Person Household3,38235.0%
3-Person Household1,46115.1%
4+ Person Household1,80618.7%
Total Housing Units9,654100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Memphis

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Memphis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,141 (38.0%)1,864 (62.0%)
2-Person Household1,739 (51.4%)1,643 (48.6%)
3-Person Household723 (49.5%)738 (50.5%)
4+ Person Household715 (39.6%)1,091 (60.4%)
Total Housing Units4,318 (44.7%)5,336 (55.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Memphis

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Memphis
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School640 (40.5%)941 (59.5%)
High School Diploma1,501 (38.2%)2,424 (61.8%)
College/Associate Degree1,256 (44.5%)1,566 (55.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher921 (69.5%)405 (30.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Memphis

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Memphis
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,28523.7%
35 to 44 Years1,58216.4%
45 to 54 Years1,47315.3%
55 to 64 Years1,77318.4%
65 to 74 Years1,40114.5%
75 to 84 Years8478.8%
85 Years and Over2933.0%
Total9,654100.0%

Housing Finances in West Memphis

Median Income by Occupancy in West Memphis

Median Income by Occupancy in West Memphis
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied4,318 (44.7%)$58,552
Renter-Occupied5,336 (55.3%)$27,917
Average9,654 (100.0%)$40,904

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Memphis

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Memphis
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00037 (0.9%)294 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99948 (1.1%)344 (6.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999213 (4.9%)898 (16.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99986 (2.0%)503 (9.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999230 (5.3%)372 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999422 (9.8%)725 (13.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999643 (14.9%)747 (14.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,023 (23.7%)694 (13.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999632 (14.6%)292 (5.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999640 (14.8%)382 (7.2%)
$150,000 or more344 (8.0%)85 (1.6%)
Total4,318 (100.0%)5,336 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Memphis

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Memphis
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300561 (13.0%)257 (4.8%)
$300 to $499970 (22.5%)500 (9.4%)
$500 to $799903 (20.9%)1,791 (33.6%)
$800 to $999636 (14.7%)1,510 (28.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499900 (20.8%)986 (18.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999280 (6.5%)11 (0.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49950 (1.2%)29 (0.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9998 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more10 (0.2%)18 (0.3%)
Total4,318 (100.0%)5,336 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in West Memphis

Housing Structures in West Memphis

Housing Structures in West Memphis
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached6,60668.4%
Single Unit, Attached1661.7%
2 Unit Apartments2112.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4594.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,41614.7%
10 or more Apartments6516.7%
Mobile Home / Other1451.5%
Total9,654100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Memphis

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Memphis
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,225 (64.0%)2,381 (36.0%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (2.4%)162 (97.6%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)211 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)459 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1,416 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments10 (1.5%)641 (98.5%)
Mobile Home / Other79 (54.5%)66 (45.5%)
Total4,318 (44.7%)5,336 (55.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Memphis

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Memphis
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)37 (0.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms72 (1.7%)921 (17.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,566 (36.3%)3,471 (65.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,839 (42.6%)773 (14.5%)
8 or more Rooms841 (19.5%)134 (2.5%)
Total4,318 (100.0%)5,336 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Memphis

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Memphis
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,885 (66.8%)1,737 (32.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas23 (0.5%)8 (0.2%)
Electricity1,399 (32.4%)3,482 (65.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels11 (0.3%)32 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)77 (1.4%)
Total4,318 (100.0%)5,336 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in West Memphis

Household Vehicle Usage in West Memphis
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle156 (3.6%)1,153 (21.6%)
1 Vehicle1,689 (39.1%)2,661 (49.9%)
2 Vehicles1,596 (37.0%)1,339 (25.1%)
3 or more Vehicles877 (20.3%)183 (3.4%)
Total4,318 (100.0%)5,336 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in West Memphis

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Memphis

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,7452,573
Median Property Value$96,000$118,300
Median Household Income$44,984$245
Monthly Housing Costs$341$10
Real Estate Taxes$457$238

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Memphis

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Memphis
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000334 (19.1%)202 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $99,999596 (34.2%)896 (34.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999742 (42.5%)1,386 (53.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99959 (3.4%)80 (3.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99910 (0.6%)9 (0.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more4 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,745 (100.0%)2,573 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Memphis

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Memphis
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00050 (2.9%)15 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999351 (20.1%)35 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999304 (17.4%)178 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999203 (11.6%)118 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999341 (19.5%)440 (17.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999239 (13.7%)682 (26.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999158 (9.0%)393 (15.3%)
$150,000 or more99 (5.7%)482 (18.7%)
Total1,745 (100.0%)2,573 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Memphis

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Memphis
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x968 (55.5%)65,431 (2,543.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x251 (14.4%)1,522 (59.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x118 (6.8%)582 (22.6%)
4.0x or more392 (22.5%)163 (6.3%)
Total1,745 (100.0%)2,573 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Memphis

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Memphis
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,063 (60.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499317 (18.2%)1,120 (43.5%)
$800 to $1,499180 (10.3%)671 (26.1%)
Total1,745 (100.0%)2,573 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in West Memphis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Memphis

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Memphis
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,634 (97.9%)58 (2.1%)
6 to 18 Years4,098 (96.3%)158 (3.7%)
19 to 25 Years2,168 (81.7%)486 (18.3%)
26 to 34 Years2,109 (73.1%)775 (26.9%)
35 to 44 Years2,496 (88.4%)327 (11.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,129 (89.7%)245 (10.3%)
55 to 64 Years2,589 (92.3%)216 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,889 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,586 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21,698 (90.5%)2,265 (9.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Memphis

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Memphis
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,634 (97.9%)58 (2.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4,098 (96.3%)158 (3.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,168 (81.7%)486 (18.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Memphis

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Memphis
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,210 (89.5%)609 (10.5%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,491 (89.3%)656 (10.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,243 (90.7%)434 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,487 (88.6%)321 (11.4%)
$100,000 and over4,170 (94.6%)236 (5.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Memphis

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Memphis
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 62,280 (84.7%)354 (13.2%)
6 to 18 Years3,158 (74.2%)1,040 (24.4%)
19 to 25 Years946 (35.6%)1,236 (46.6%)
25 to 34 Years793 (27.5%)1,433 (49.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,015 (35.9%)1,570 (55.6%)
45 to 54 Years867 (36.5%)1,309 (55.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,383 (49.3%)1,427 (50.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,789 (94.7%)661 (35.0%)
75 Years and over1,586 (100.0%)598 (37.7%)
Total13,817 (57.7%)9,628 (40.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Memphis

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Memphis
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years214 (10.4%)158 (6.9%)
18 to 34 Years346 (13.1%)423 (12.8%)
35 to 64 Years771 (21.8%)1,116 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years372 (48.4%)494 (44.1%)
75 Years and over367 (60.3%)509 (52.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Memphis

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in West Memphis: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (1.1%)5 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years33 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years215 (6.1%)132 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years104 (13.5%)136 (12.1%)
75 Years and over207 (34.0%)159 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in West Memphis: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (0.9%)20 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years20 (0.7%)30 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years185 (5.2%)135 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years79 (10.3%)102 (9.1%)
75 Years and over34 (5.6%)110 (11.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in West Memphis: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years176 (8.6%)158 (6.9%)
18 to 34 Years312 (11.8%)220 (6.7%)
35 to 64 Years341 (9.6%)356 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years36 (4.7%)77 (6.9%)
75 Years and over45 (7.4%)80 (8.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in West Memphis: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years87 (3.3%)129 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years495 (14.0%)829 (18.6%)
65 to 74 Years265 (34.5%)306 (27.3%)
75 Years and over336 (55.2%)452 (46.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in West Memphis: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years30 (1.5%)14 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years73 (2.8%)105 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years268 (7.6%)356 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years165 (21.5%)62 (5.5%)
75 Years and over38 (6.2%)135 (13.8%)

Technology Access in West Memphis

Computing Device Access in West Memphis

Computing Device Access in West Memphis
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,30855.0%
Smartphone7,87181.5%
Tablet4,06242.1%
No Computing Device1,24212.9%
Total9,654100.0%

Internet Access in West Memphis

Internet Access in West Memphis
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home5,21554.0%
Cellular Data Only2,61227.1%
Satellite Internet4504.7%
No Internet1,62616.8%
Total9,654100.0%

West Memphis Summary

History

West Memphis, Arkansas is located in the eastern part of the state, just across the Mississippi River from Memphis, Tennessee. The city was founded in 1883 and incorporated in 1889. It was originally known as “The Point” due to its location at the confluence of the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers. The city was renamed West Memphis in 1895.
West Memphis has a long and varied history. It was a major cotton-producing center in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and the city was home to several large cotton mills. The city was also a major hub for the railroad industry, with several major railroads running through the city.
In the 1950s, West Memphis began to experience a period of decline. The cotton mills closed, and the railroads began to move away. The city’s population began to decline, and the city’s economy suffered.
In the late 1960s, West Memphis began to experience a period of revitalization. The city was chosen as the site of a new bridge across the Mississippi River, and the bridge opened in 1973. This bridge connected West Memphis to Memphis, Tennessee, and the city began to experience a period of growth.
In 1993, West Memphis was the site of a horrific crime. Three young boys were brutally murdered, and the crime remains unsolved to this day. The murders gained national attention, and the city was thrust into the spotlight.

Geography

West Memphis is located in the eastern part of Arkansas, just across the Mississippi River from Memphis, Tennessee. The city is situated in the Mississippi Delta region, and is part of the larger Memphis metropolitan area.
The city is located at the confluence of the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers. The city is located in the flat, alluvial plain of the Mississippi Delta, and is surrounded by agricultural land.
The climate of West Memphis is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 64°F (18°C). The average annual precipitation is around 48 inches (122 cm).

Economy

West Memphis’ economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural operations, including poultry farms, cotton farms, and soybean farms.
The city is also home to several large manufacturing operations, including a Tyson Foods poultry processing plant, a Nestle Purina pet food plant, and a Procter & Gamble paper products plant.
The city is also home to several large retail operations, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Target, and a Lowe’s Home Improvement store.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, West Memphis had a population of 26,245. The racial makeup of the city was 63.3% White, 32.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median household income in West Memphis was $31,945, and the median family income was $37,945. The per capita income was $17,845. About 20.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of West Memphis?
Total Population of West Memphis is 24,351.
What is the Total Male Population of West Memphis?
Total Male Population of West Memphis is 10,839.
What is the Total Female Population of West Memphis?
Total Female Population of West Memphis is 13,512.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Memphis?
There are 80.22 Males per 100 Females in West Memphis.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Memphis?
There are 124.66 Females per 100 Males in West Memphis.
What is the Median Population Age in West Memphis?
Median Population Age in West Memphis is 33.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Memphis
Average Family Size in West Memphis is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Memphis
Average Household Size in West Memphis is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Memphis?
Per Capita income in West Memphis is $22,985.
What is the Median Family Income in West Memphis?
Median Family Income in West Memphis is $46,603.
What is the Median Household income in West Memphis?
Median Household Income in West Memphis is $40,904.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Memphis?
Income or Wage Gap in West Memphis is 13.9%.
Women in West Memphis earn 86.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in West Memphis?
Family Income Deficit in West Memphis is $11,702.
Families that are below poverty line in West Memphis earn $11,702 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Memphis?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Memphis is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Memphis?
There are 11,056 People in the Labor Forcein in West Memphis.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Memphis?
59.8% of People are in the Labor Force in West Memphis.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Memphis?
Unemployment Rate in West Memphis is 13.3%.