Carthage, IL

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Carthage Overview

2,560
TOTAL POPULATION
1,419
MALE POPULATION
1,141
FEMALE POPULATION
124.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
80.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,156
PER CAPITA INCOME
$102,938
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$75,962
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,513
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Carthage

The most populous races in Carthage are White / Caucasian (2,307 | 90.1%), Two or more Races (136 | 5.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (105 | 4.1%).
Race in Carthage
Race# Population% Population
Asian170.7%
Black / African American261.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1054.1%
Native / Alaskan100.4%
White / Caucasian2,30790.1%
Two or more Races1365.3%
Some other Race642.5%
Total2,560100.0%

Ancestry in Carthage

The most populous ancestries reported in Carthage are German (877 | 34.3%), English (410 | 16.0%), Irish (322 | 12.6%), American (187 | 7.3%), and Norwegian (67 | 2.6%), together accounting for 72.8% of all Carthage residents.
Ancestry in Carthage
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1877.3%
Arab120.5%
Belgian220.9%
Bhutanese50.2%
British110.4%
Central American140.5%
Colombian331.3%
Danish110.4%
Dutch180.7%
Ecuadorian90.4%
English41016.0%
European491.9%
French582.3%
French Canadian50.2%
German87734.3%
Greek160.6%
Guatemalan40.2%
Honduran100.4%
Irish32212.6%
Italian411.6%
Korean160.6%
Mexican411.6%
Norwegian672.6%
Osage100.4%
Scandinavian60.2%
Scotch-Irish160.6%
Scottish491.9%
South American421.6%
Swedish130.5%
Thai120.5%
Welsh501.9%
Yugoslavian10.0%
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Immigrants in Carthage

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Carthage came from Latin America (69 | 2.7%), Central America (51 | 2.0%), Mexico (37 | 1.5%), South America (18 | 0.7%), and Honduras (10 | 0.4%), together accounting for 7.2% of all Carthage residents.
Immigrants in Carthage
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia50.2%
Bosnia and Herzegovina10.0%
Central America512.0%
Colombia90.4%
Eastern Asia50.2%
Eastern Europe10.0%
Ecuador90.4%
Europe10.0%
Guatemala40.2%
Honduras100.4%
Japan50.2%
Latin America692.7%
Mexico371.5%
South America180.7%
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Sex and Age in Carthage

Sex and Age in Carthage

The most populous age groups in Carthage are 30 to 34 Years (189 | 13.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (133 | 11.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (2.3%)51 (4.5%)
5 to 9 Years94 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years74 (5.2%)72 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Years36 (2.5%)57 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Years102 (7.2%)31 (2.7%)
25 to 29 Years68 (4.8%)107 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Years189 (13.3%)85 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Years75 (5.3%)68 (6.0%)
40 to 44 Years92 (6.5%)52 (4.6%)
45 to 49 Years50 (3.5%)54 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years64 (4.5%)67 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years140 (9.9%)133 (11.7%)
60 to 64 Years178 (12.5%)50 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years62 (4.4%)64 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years28 (2.0%)33 (2.9%)
75 to 79 Years22 (1.5%)58 (5.1%)
80 to 84 Years89 (6.3%)102 (8.9%)
85 Years and over23 (1.6%)57 (5.0%)
Total1,419 (100.0%)1,141 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Carthage

Median Family Size in Carthage

The median family size in Carthage is 2.54 persons per family, with single female/mother families (59 | 8.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (49 | 6.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.14 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Carthage
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple616 (85.1%)2.51
Single Male/Father49 (6.8%)2.14
Single Female/Mother59 (8.2%)3.19
Total Families724 (100.0%)2.54

Median Household Size in Carthage

The median household size in Carthage is 1.96 persons per household, with single female/mother households (59 | 4.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.37 persons per household. non-family households (528 | 42.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Carthage
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple616 (49.2%)2.51
Single Male/Father49 (3.9%)2.49
Single Female/Mother59 (4.7%)3.37
Non-family528 (42.2%)1.12
Total Households1,252 (100.0%)1.96

Household Size by Marriage Status in Carthage

Out of a total of 1,252 households in Carthage, 724 (57.8%) are family households, while 528 (42.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 463, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 482.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Carthage
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-482 (38.5%)
2-Person Households463 (37.0%)42 (3.4%)
3-Person Households102 (8.2%)4 (0.3%)
4-Person Households126 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households33 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total724 (57.8%)528 (42.2%)

Female Fertility in Carthage

Fertility by Age in Carthage

Average fertility rate in Carthage is 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 103.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Carthage
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years23 (69.7%)103.0
35 to 50 years10 (30.3%)54.0
Total33 (100.0%)71.0

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 years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total33 (100.0%)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 Degree9 (27.3%)60.0
Bachelor's Degree24 (72.7%)134.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total33 (100.0%)71.0

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 Degree9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Carthage

Income Overview in Carthage

Per Capita Income in Carthage is $41,156, while median incomes of families and households are $102,938 and $75,962 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,560$41,156
Median Family Income724$102,938
Mean Family Income724$103,544
Median Household Income1,252$75,962
Mean Household Income1,252$83,680
Income Deficit724$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,56035.44%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,56064.56¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,5600.36

Earnings by Sex in Carthage

Average Earnings in Carthage are $43,660, $53,936 for men and $34,819 for women, a difference of 35.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Carthage
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male928 (58.5%)$53,936
Female659 (41.5%)$34,819
Total1,587 (100.0%)$43,660

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carthage

The most common earnings brackets in Carthage are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (148 | 16.0%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (160 | 24.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carthage
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less38 (4.1%)35 (5.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99946 (5.0%)55 (8.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49912 (1.3%)22 (3.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (1.5%)14 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49911 (1.2%)28 (4.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99927 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)18 (2.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)5 (0.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99938 (4.1%)24 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,99942 (4.5%)39 (5.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99923 (2.5%)95 (14.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99919 (2.1%)21 (3.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999104 (11.2%)160 (24.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99952 (5.6%)35 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99958 (6.2%)18 (2.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999148 (16.0%)6 (0.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999145 (15.6%)23 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (10.9%)35 (5.3%)
$100,000+50 (5.4%)26 (4.0%)
Total928 (100.0%)659 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carthage

Average earnings in Carthage are $58,180 for men and $40,091 for women, a difference of 31.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,762, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $44,423. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $75,781, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $32,976.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,423$32,976
College or Associate's Degree$57,558$33,229
Bachelor's Degree$68,762$43,721
Graduate Degree--
Total$58,180$40,091

Family Income in Carthage

Family Income Brackets in Carthage

According to the Carthage family income data, there are 256 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Carthage
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000314.3%
$10,000 to $14,999101.4%
$15,000 to $24,999314.3%
$25,000 to $34,999253.5%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,9998211.3%
$75,000 to $99,99916022.1%
$100,000 to $149,99925635.4%
$150,000 to $199,9998311.5%
$200,000+466.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carthage

5-person families (33 | 4.6%) account for the highest median family income in Carthage with $106,369 per family, while 2-person families (484 | 66.8%) have the highest median income of $52,344 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carthage
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families484 (66.8%)$104,688
3-Person Families81 (11.2%)$96,691
4-Person Families126 (17.4%)$82,857
5-Person Families33 (4.6%)$106,369
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total724 (100.0%)$102,938

Family Income by Number of Earners in Carthage

Family Income by Number of Earners in Carthage
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners93 (12.9%)$177,764
1 Earner142 (19.6%)$0
2 Earners433 (59.8%)$104,719
3+ Earners56 (7.7%)$135,500
Total724 (100.0%)$102,938

Household Income in Carthage

Household Income Brackets in Carthage

With 267 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Carthage, accounting for 21.3% of all households. In contrast, only 38 households (3.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Carthage
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000534.2%
$10,000 to $14,999383.0%
$15,000 to $24,999917.3%
$25,000 to $34,999554.4%
$35,000 to $49,99913811.0%
$50,000 to $74,99924219.3%
$75,000 to $99,99922217.7%
$100,000 to $149,99926721.3%
$150,000 to $199,999836.6%
$200,000+655.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Carthage

The median household income in Carthage is $75,962, with the highest median household income of $102,188 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 390 households (31.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $60,714, with 36 households (2.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Carthage
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years36 (2.9%)$60,714
25 to 44 Years390 (31.1%)$102,188
45 to 64 Years472 (37.7%)$71,534
65+ Years354 (28.3%)$65,500
Total1,252 (100.0%)$75,962

Poverty in Carthage

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage

With 8.4% poverty level for males and 15.1% for females among the residents of Carthage, 6 to 11 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 33 males (32.4%) and 29 females (56.9%) 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%)29 (56.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years33 (32.4%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)29 (43.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years4 (3.6%)19 (48.7%)
25 to 34 Years18 (7.8%)32 (16.7%)
35 to 44 Years14 (8.6%)14 (11.7%)
45 to 54 Years26 (22.8%)11 (9.1%)
55 to 64 Years18 (5.8%)28 (15.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (3.9%)
Total113 (8.4%)170 (15.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage

According to the poverty statistics in Carthage, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 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 Years33 (100.0%)22 (43.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years69 (67.6%)5 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years66 (100.0%)38 (56.7%)
15 Years7 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years17 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years107 (96.4%)20 (51.3%)
25 to 34 Years213 (92.2%)160 (83.3%)
35 to 44 Years149 (91.4%)106 (88.3%)
45 to 54 Years88 (77.2%)110 (90.9%)
55 to 64 Years295 (94.3%)155 (84.7%)
65 to 74 Years69 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)
75 Years and over120 (100.0%)195 (96.1%)
Total1,233 (91.6%)952 (84.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Carthage

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Carthage
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children439 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total616 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carthage

According to the poverty data in Carthage, 20.4% or 10 single-father households and 71.2% or 42 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (20.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carthage
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children10 (20.4%)11 (39.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (20.4%)42 (71.2%)

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%)21 (27.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)52 (48.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Carthage

Employment by Class of Employer in Carthage

Among the 1,466 employed individuals in Carthage, private company employees (922 | 62.9%), local government employees (195 | 13.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (151 | 10.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Carthage
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees92262.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)221.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)15110.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations674.6%
Local Government Employees19513.3%
State Government Employees896.1%
Federal Government Employees201.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,466100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Carthage

According to the labor force statistics for Carthage, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,218), 68.2% or 1,513 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 20 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 93.7% or 269 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.3% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Carthage
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years48 (64.0%)4 (8.3%)
20 to 24 Years98 (73.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years150 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years240 (87.6%)16 (6.7%)
35 to 44 Years269 (93.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years175 (74.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years250 (91.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years207 (90.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years56 (29.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,513 (68.2%)20 (1.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carthage

According to labor force statistics for Carthage, 87.7% of individuals (1,291) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,472) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 15 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 97.3% or 545 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.6% or 16 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School15 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma284 (79.6%)20 (5.6%)
College / Associate Degree447 (85.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher545 (97.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,291 (87.7%)18 (1.2%)

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 (234 | 15.7%), Education Instruction & Library (140 | 9.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (120 | 8.0%), Management (82 | 5.5%), and Business & Financial (74 | 5.0%).
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 Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (76.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Management52 (63.4%)30 (36.6%)
Business & Financial39 (52.7%)35 (47.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science23 (48.9%)24 (51.1%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 75 (32.1%)159 (67.9%)
Education, Arts & Media40 (76.9%)12 (23.1%)
Legal Services & Support16 (69.6%)7 (30.4%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating8 (6.7%)112 (93.3%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Total (Category)197 (35.4%)360 (64.6%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.7%)616 (41.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Carthage are Security & Protection (62 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (53 | 3.5%), Law Enforcement (42 | 2.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (42 | 2.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (40 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations in Carthage

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Carthage, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (88.7%), and Law Enforcement (83.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (83.3%), Healthcare Support (75.5%), and Personal Care & Service (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support13 (24.5%)40 (75.5%)
Security & Protection55 (88.7%)7 (11.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement35 (83.3%)7 (16.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (16.7%)35 (83.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance25 (62.5%)15 (37.5%)
Personal Care & Service16 (50.0%)16 (50.0%)
Total (Category)116 (50.7%)113 (49.3%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.7%)616 (41.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Carthage are Sales & Related (243 | 16.3%), and Office & Administration (106 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Carthage

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related209 (86.0%)34 (14.0%)
Office & Administration31 (29.2%)75 (70.8%)
Total (Category)240 (68.8%)109 (31.2%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.7%)616 (41.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Carthage are Construction & Extraction (71 | 4.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (64 | 4.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (60 | 4.0%).
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 & Forestry41 (68.3%)19 (31.7%)
Construction & Extraction71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)176 (90.3%)19 (9.7%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.7%)616 (41.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Carthage are Production (69 | 4.6%), Material Moving (69 | 4.6%), and Transportation (25 | 1.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Carthage

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Production54 (78.3%)15 (21.7%)
Transportation25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)148 (90.8%)15 (9.2%)
Total (Overall)877 (58.7%)616 (41.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage

Employment Industries in Carthage

The major employment industries in Carthage include Health Care & Social Assistance (227 | 15.2%), Educational Services (205 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (193 | 12.9%), Manufacturing (149 | 10.0%), and Finance & Insurance (144 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries in Carthage

Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage

The Carthage industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (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%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (87.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting76 (67.9%)36 (32.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing114 (76.5%)35 (23.5%)
Wholesale Trade44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade149 (77.2%)44 (22.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information12 (52.2%)11 (47.8%)
Finance & Insurance131 (91.0%)13 (9.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific20 (28.6%)50 (71.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support19 (46.3%)22 (53.7%)
Educational Services63 (30.7%)142 (69.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance29 (12.8%)198 (87.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Public Administration68 (77.3%)20 (22.7%)
Total877 (58.7%)616 (41.3%)

Education in Carthage

School Enrollment in Carthage

The most common levels of schooling among the 431 students in Carthage are middle school (127 | 29.5%), elementary school (107 | 24.8%), and high school (87 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Carthage
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4510.4%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School10724.8%
Middle School12729.5%
High School8720.2%
College / Undergraduate5713.2%
Graduate / Professional81.9%
Total431100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Carthage

Out of a total of 431 students who are enrolled in schools in Carthage, 51 (11.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 380 (88.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 11 (57.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 17 (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 Olds38 (84.4%)7 (15.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old88 (93.6%)6 (6.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds140 (95.9%)6 (4.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds61 (83.6%)12 (16.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8 (42.1%)11 (57.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds17 (65.4%)9 (34.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (88.2%)51 (11.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Carthage

Education (237 | 28.9%), business (121 | 14.8%), science & technology (109 | 13.3%), liberal arts & history (108 | 13.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (80 | 9.8%) are the most common fields of study among 819 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 & Agricultural809.8%
Physical & Health Sciences161.9%
Psychology617.4%
Social Sciences374.5%
Engineering70.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies101.2%
Science & Technology10913.3%
Business12114.8%
Education23728.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History10813.2%
Visual & Performing Arts141.7%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities192.3%
Total819100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Carthage

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carthage

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Carthage are males with 2 vehicles (302, accounting for 35.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (160, making up 49.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carthage
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle243 (28.6%)207 (33.7%)
2 Vehicles302 (35.5%)160 (26.0%)
3 Vehicles256 (30.1%)183 (29.8%)
4 Vehicles16 (1.9%)29 (4.7%)
5 or more Vehicles33 (3.9%)36 (5.9%)
Total850 (100.0%)615 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Carthage

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Carthage are 5 to 9 minutes (287 commuters, 20.0%), 40 to 44 minutes (186 commuters, 13.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (185 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Carthage
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes15410.7%
5 to 9 Minutes28720.0%
10 to 14 Minutes896.2%
15 to 19 Minutes1319.1%
20 to 24 Minutes896.2%
25 to 29 Minutes1268.8%
30 to 34 Minutes18512.9%
35 to 39 Minutes80.6%
40 to 44 Minutes18613.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1218.4%
60 to 89 Minutes100.7%
90 or more Minutes473.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Carthage

The most common commute times in Carthage are 5 to 9 minutes (162 commuters, 19.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (125 commuters, 21.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Carthage
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes73 (8.7%)81 (13.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes162 (19.4%)125 (21.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes61 (7.3%)28 (4.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes64 (7.6%)67 (11.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes48 (5.7%)41 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes58 (6.9%)68 (11.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes155 (18.5%)30 (5.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes8 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes110 (13.1%)76 (12.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes59 (7.0%)62 (10.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes29 (3.5%)18 (3.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carthage

The most frequent times of departure to work in Carthage are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (206, 24.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (133, 22.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carthage
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM109 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM41 (4.9%)32 (5.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM71 (8.5%)100 (16.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM34 (4.1%)69 (11.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM206 (24.6%)117 (19.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM86 (10.3%)133 (22.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM165 (19.7%)66 (11.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM32 (3.8%)13 (2.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM8 (1.0%)25 (4.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM7 (0.8%)17 (2.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM51 (6.1%)9 (1.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM22 (2.6%)15 (2.5%)
Total837 (100.0%)596 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Carthage

Occupancy by Ownership in Carthage

Of the total 1,252 dwellings in Carthage, owner-occupied units account for 939 (75.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 313 (25.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Carthage
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units93975.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units31325.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,252100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Carthage

Occupancy by Household Size in Carthage
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household48238.5%
2-Person Household50540.3%
3-Person Household1068.5%
4+ Person Household15912.7%
Total Housing Units1,252100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carthage

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carthage
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household295 (61.2%)187 (38.8%)
2-Person Household446 (88.3%)59 (11.7%)
3-Person Household84 (79.2%)22 (20.7%)
4+ Person Household114 (71.7%)45 (28.3%)
Total Housing Units939 (75.0%)313 (25.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carthage

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School22 (51.2%)21 (48.8%)
High School Diploma204 (72.3%)78 (27.7%)
College/Associate Degree291 (73.1%)107 (26.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher422 (79.8%)107 (20.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carthage

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carthage
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years26821.4%
35 to 44 Years15812.6%
45 to 54 Years1229.7%
55 to 64 Years35028.0%
65 to 74 Years12610.1%
75 to 84 Years17914.3%
85 Years and Over493.9%
Total1,252100.0%

Housing Finances in Carthage

Median Income by Occupancy in Carthage

Median Income by Occupancy in Carthage
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied939 (75.0%)$89,821
Renter-Occupied313 (25.0%)$44,323
Average1,252 (100.0%)$75,962

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carthage

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carthage
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)31 (9.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (0.9%)29 (9.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99927 (2.9%)18 (5.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99926 (2.8%)20 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99937 (3.9%)18 (5.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99971 (7.6%)67 (21.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999168 (17.9%)74 (23.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999173 (18.4%)48 (15.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999259 (27.6%)8 (2.6%)
$150,000 or more148 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total939 (100.0%)313 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carthage

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carthage
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30039 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499141 (15.0%)56 (17.9%)
$500 to $799279 (29.7%)140 (44.7%)
$800 to $999102 (10.9%)72 (23.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499269 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99982 (8.7%)29 (9.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49927 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total939 (100.0%)313 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Carthage

Housing Structures in Carthage

Housing Structures in Carthage
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,03882.9%
Single Unit, Attached60.5%
2 Unit Apartments191.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments524.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments705.6%
10 or more Apartments594.7%
Mobile Home / Other80.6%
Total1,252100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carthage

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carthage
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached923 (88.9%)115 (11.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments8 (11.4%)62 (88.6%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total939 (75.0%)313 (25.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carthage

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carthage
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)37 (11.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)70 (22.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms329 (35.0%)127 (40.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms301 (32.1%)68 (21.7%)
8 or more Rooms309 (32.9%)11 (3.5%)
Total939 (100.0%)313 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carthage

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carthage
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas603 (64.2%)147 (47.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)9 (2.9%)
Electricity336 (35.8%)157 (50.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total939 (100.0%)313 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Carthage

Household Vehicle Usage in Carthage
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle16 (1.7%)9 (2.9%)
1 Vehicle314 (33.4%)216 (69.0%)
2 Vehicles297 (31.6%)78 (24.9%)
3 or more Vehicles312 (33.2%)10 (3.2%)
Total939 (100.0%)313 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Carthage

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Carthage

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units403536
Median Property Value$129,100$103,100
Median Household Income$84,258$45
Monthly Housing Costs$551$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,542$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00016 (4.0%)19 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999134 (33.3%)236 (44.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999193 (47.9%)281 (52.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99960 (14.9%)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%)
Total403 (100.0%)536 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (2.0%)13 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99933 (8.2%)14 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99937 (9.2%)28 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99939 (9.7%)33 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999121 (30.0%)129 (24.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (6.0%)52 (9.7%)
$150,000 or more103 (25.6%)235 (43.8%)
Total403 (100.0%)536 (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 2.0x272 (67.5%)101,875 (19,006.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x36 (8.9%)433 (80.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x37 (9.2%)47 (8.8%)
4.0x or more50 (12.4%)22 (4.1%)
Total403 (100.0%)536 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80033 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49953 (13.2%)53 (9.9%)
$800 to $1,499317 (78.7%)74 (13.8%)
Total403 (100.0%)536 (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 Years84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years321 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years397 (98.3%)7 (1.7%)
35 to 44 Years283 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years225 (95.7%)10 (4.3%)
55 to 64 Years485 (97.8%)11 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older323 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,440 (98.9%)28 (1.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carthage
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen321 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carthage
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000299 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999279 (97.9%)6 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999416 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999469 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over968 (97.9%)21 (2.1%)

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 645 (53.6%)68 (80.9%)
6 to 18 Years115 (35.8%)268 (83.5%)
19 to 25 Years16 (9.9%)145 (90.1%)
25 to 34 Years84 (20.8%)351 (86.9%)
35 to 44 Years28 (9.9%)255 (90.1%)
45 to 54 Years46 (19.6%)179 (76.2%)
55 to 64 Years67 (13.5%)442 (89.1%)
65 to 74 Years161 (100.0%)100 (62.1%)
75 Years and over317 (98.1%)301 (93.2%)
Total879 (35.6%)2,109 (85.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carthage

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years132 (38.6%)11 (4.8%)
35 to 64 Years44 (7.5%)43 (10.1%)
65 to 74 Years16 (23.2%)23 (25.0%)
75 Years and over72 (60.0%)80 (39.4%)

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%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (5.8%)19 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years16 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over47 (39.2%)26 (12.8%)

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 Years7 (2.1%)9 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.4%)
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 Years15 (4.4%)2 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.2%)35 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (6.7%)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 Years117 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (1.5%)20 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)23 (25.0%)
75 Years and over64 (53.3%)73 (36.0%)

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 Years117 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (1.5%)24 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Carthage

Computing Device Access in Carthage

Computing Device Access in Carthage
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop98078.3%
Smartphone1,03983.0%
Tablet79963.8%
No Computing Device16413.1%
Total1,252100.0%

Internet Access in Carthage

Internet Access in Carthage
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home86769.3%
Cellular Data Only13110.5%
Satellite Internet564.5%
No Internet20916.7%
Total1,252100.0%

Carthage Summary

Carthage, Illinois is a small city located in Hancock County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, approximately 30 miles south of the Quad Cities. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is the county seat of Hancock County.

History

Carthage was founded in 1836 by a group of settlers from New England. The city was named after the ancient city of Carthage in Tunisia. The settlers were attracted to the area due to its fertile soil and abundant natural resources. The city was incorporated in 1837 and quickly became a thriving agricultural center.
In the late 19th century, Carthage became a major hub for the railroad industry. The city was home to several major railroads, including the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad, the Chicago & North Western Railway, and the Illinois Central Railroad. The railroads brought a great deal of economic prosperity to the city and helped to spur its growth.

Geography

Carthage is located in the western part of Hancock County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, approximately 30 miles south of the Quad Cities. The city has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the surrounding area.
The climate in Carthage is classified as humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of around 75 degrees in the summer and an average low of around 25 degrees in the winter.

Economy

The economy of Carthage is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural companies, including Cargill, ADM, and Monsanto. These companies employ a large number of people in the area and provide a significant portion of the city’s economic output.
In addition to agriculture, Carthage is also home to several manufacturing companies. The city is home to several large automotive parts manufacturers, including BorgWarner and Tenneco. These companies employ a large number of people in the area and provide a significant portion of the city’s economic output.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Carthage was 2,500. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.2% from other races. The median household income was $41,250, and the median family income was $50,000.
The city is home to a large number of churches, including the First Presbyterian Church, the First Baptist Church, and the Church of the Nazarene. The city also has a public library, a museum, and several parks.

Conclusion

Carthage, Illinois is a small city located in Hancock County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, approximately 30 miles south of the Quad Cities. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is the county seat of Hancock County. The economy of Carthage is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the city is home to several large agricultural and automotive parts companies. The racial makeup of the city is 97.2% White, 0.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.2% from other races. The median household income was $41,250, and the median family income was $50,000. The city is home to a large number of churches, a public library, a museum, and several parks.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Carthage?
Total Population of Carthage is 2,560.
What is the Total Male Population of Carthage?
Total Male Population of Carthage is 1,419.
What is the Total Female Population of Carthage?
Total Female Population of Carthage is 1,141.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Carthage?
There are 124.36 Males per 100 Females in Carthage.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Carthage?
There are 80.41 Females per 100 Males in Carthage.
What is the Median Population Age in Carthage?
Median Population Age in Carthage is 44.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Carthage
Average Family Size in Carthage is 2.5 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 $41,156.
What is the Median Family Income in Carthage?
Median Family Income in Carthage is $102,938.
What is the Median Household income in Carthage?
Median Household Income in Carthage is $75,962.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Carthage?
Income or Wage Gap in Carthage is 35.4%.
Women in Carthage earn 64.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage?
Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Carthage?
There are 1,513 People in the Labor Forcein in Carthage.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Carthage?
68.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Carthage.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Carthage?
Unemployment Rate in Carthage is 1.3%.