Sterlington, LA

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Sterlington Overview

2,093
TOTAL POPULATION
980
MALE POPULATION
1,113
FEMALE POPULATION
88.05
MALES / 100 FEMALES
113.57
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,738
PER CAPITA INCOME
$72,978
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,420
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
936
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Sterlington Zip Codes

Sterlington Area Codes

Race in Sterlington

The most populous races in Sterlington are White / Caucasian (1,693 | 80.9%), Black / African American (357 | 17.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (62 | 3.0%).
Race in Sterlington
Race# Population% Population
Asian170.8%
Black / African American35717.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino623.0%
Native / Alaskan20.1%
White / Caucasian1,69380.9%
Two or more Races30.1%
Some other Race211.0%
Total2,093100.0%

Ancestry in Sterlington

The most populous ancestries reported in Sterlington are English (287 | 13.7%), Irish (270 | 12.9%), American (153 | 7.3%), German (81 | 3.9%), and South American (41 | 2.0%), together accounting for 39.8% of all Sterlington residents.
Ancestry in Sterlington
Ancestry# Population% Population
African10.1%
American1537.3%
Cajun60.3%
Cherokee20.1%
Danish20.1%
Dutch231.1%
Eastern European70.3%
English28713.7%
European30.1%
Filipino40.2%
French311.5%
French Canadian40.2%
German813.9%
Hungarian100.5%
Indian (Asian)40.2%
Iranian70.3%
Irish27012.9%
Italian170.8%
Polish90.4%
Scotch-Irish60.3%
Scottish130.6%
Slavic70.3%
South American412.0%
Sri Lankan120.6%
Subsaharan African10.1%
Venezuelan412.0%
Welsh281.3%
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Immigrants in Sterlington

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sterlington came from Latin America (49 | 2.3%), South America (41 | 2.0%), Venezuela (41 | 2.0%), Central America (8 | 0.4%), and Mexico (8 | 0.4%), together accounting for 7.0% of all Sterlington residents.
Immigrants in Sterlington
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia60.3%
Central America80.4%
China50.2%
Eastern Asia50.2%
Hong Kong10.1%
Latin America492.3%
Mexico80.4%
South America412.0%
South Eastern Asia10.1%
Taiwan40.2%
Venezuela412.0%
Vietnam10.1%
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Sex and Age in Sterlington

Sex and Age in Sterlington

The most populous age groups in Sterlington are 15 to 19 Years (103 | 10.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (206 | 18.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sterlington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years84 (8.6%)35 (3.1%)
5 to 9 Years93 (9.5%)89 (8.0%)
10 to 14 Years69 (7.0%)206 (18.5%)
15 to 19 Years103 (10.5%)36 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years55 (5.6%)37 (3.3%)
25 to 29 Years47 (4.8%)76 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years12 (1.2%)72 (6.5%)
35 to 39 Years66 (6.7%)67 (6.0%)
40 to 44 Years79 (8.1%)93 (8.4%)
45 to 49 Years95 (9.7%)83 (7.5%)
50 to 54 Years8 (0.8%)12 (1.1%)
55 to 59 Years24 (2.5%)45 (4.0%)
60 to 64 Years10 (1.0%)44 (4.0%)
65 to 69 Years93 (9.5%)101 (9.1%)
70 to 74 Years78 (8.0%)105 (9.4%)
75 to 79 Years60 (6.1%)12 (1.1%)
80 to 84 Years2 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over2 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total980 (100.0%)1,113 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sterlington

Median Family Size in Sterlington

The median family size in Sterlington is 3.09 persons per family, with single male/father families (16 | 2.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.88 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (161 | 27.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.88 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sterlington
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple412 (70.0%)3.14
Single Male/Father16 (2.7%)3.88
Single Female/Mother161 (27.3%)2.88
Total Families589 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in Sterlington

The median household size in Sterlington is 2.63 persons per household, with single male/father households (16 | 2.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.88 persons per household. non-family households (208 | 26.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sterlington
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple412 (51.7%)3.14
Single Male/Father16 (2.0%)3.88
Single Female/Mother161 (20.2%)2.98
Non-family208 (26.1%)1.24
Total Households797 (100.0%)2.63

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sterlington

Out of a total of 797 households in Sterlington, 589 (73.9%) are family households, while 208 (26.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 336, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 183.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sterlington
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-183 (23.0%)
2-Person Households336 (42.2%)18 (2.3%)
3-Person Households109 (13.7%)3 (0.4%)
4-Person Households77 (9.7%)4 (0.5%)
5-Person Households29 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households38 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total589 (73.9%)208 (26.1%)

Female Fertility in Sterlington

Fertility by Age in Sterlington

Average fertility rate in Sterlington is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 60.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sterlington
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years4 (40.0%)22.0
35 to 50 years6 (60.0%)24.0
Total10 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sterlington

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sterlington
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Sterlington

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sterlington
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (40.0%)53.0
Graduate Degree6 (60.0%)120.0
Total10 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sterlington

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sterlington
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Sterlington

Income Overview in Sterlington

Per Capita Income in Sterlington is $26,738, while median incomes of families and households are $72,978 and $66,420 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,093$26,738
Median Family Income589$72,978
Mean Family Income589$74,722
Median Household Income797$66,420
Mean Household Income797$67,924
Income Deficit589$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,09323.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,09376.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,0930.43

Earnings by Sex in Sterlington

Average Earnings in Sterlington are $42,091, $47,708 for men and $36,406 for women, a difference of 23.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Sterlington
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male431 (45.5%)$47,708
Female516 (54.5%)$36,406
Total947 (100.0%)$42,091

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sterlington

The most common earnings brackets in Sterlington are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (68 | 15.8%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (73 | 14.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sterlington
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less58 (13.5%)33 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)49 (9.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9998 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49912 (2.8%)8 (1.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99919 (4.4%)18 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49918 (4.2%)7 (1.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9995 (1.2%)27 (5.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)10 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $29,9995 (1.2%)55 (10.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99920 (4.6%)33 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9992 (0.5%)32 (6.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99960 (13.9%)73 (14.1%)
$45,000 to $49,9998 (1.9%)26 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9996 (1.4%)4 (0.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99952 (12.1%)70 (13.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99933 (7.7%)39 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99968 (15.8%)23 (4.5%)
$100,000+51 (11.8%)9 (1.7%)
Total431 (100.0%)516 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sterlington

Average earnings in Sterlington are $62,500 for men and $37,344 for women, a difference of 40.3%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $73,698, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $59,444. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,607, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $28,393.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sterlington
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$73,698$41,302
College or Associate's Degree$59,444$36,406
Bachelor's Degree$72,917$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$62,500$37,344

Family Income in Sterlington

Family Income Brackets in Sterlington

According to the Sterlington family income data, there are 143 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sterlington
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000559.3%
$10,000 to $14,99910.2%
$15,000 to $24,999345.8%
$25,000 to $34,9998113.8%
$35,000 to $49,9995910.0%
$50,000 to $74,9999215.6%
$75,000 to $99,99914324.3%
$100,000 to $149,9998314.1%
$150,000 to $199,999376.3%
$200,000+40.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sterlington

5-person families (16 | 2.7%) account for the highest median family income in Sterlington with $158,750 per family, while 2-person families (336 | 57.1%) have the highest median income of $36,875 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sterlington
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families336 (57.1%)$73,750
3-Person Families112 (19.0%)$0
4-Person Families87 (14.8%)$0
5-Person Families16 (2.7%)$158,750
6-Person Families38 (6.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total589 (100.0%)$72,978

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sterlington

The median family income in Sterlington is $72,978, with families comprising 2 earners (156) having the highest median family income of $109,583, while families with no earners (122) have the lowest median family income of $19,605, accounting for 26.5% and 20.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sterlington
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners122 (20.7%)$19,605
1 Earner264 (44.8%)$54,583
2 Earners156 (26.5%)$109,583
3+ Earners47 (8.0%)$91,595
Total589 (100.0%)$72,978

Household Income in Sterlington

Household Income Brackets in Sterlington

With 179 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Sterlington, accounting for 22.5% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sterlington
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00011414.3%
$10,000 to $14,99991.1%
$15,000 to $24,999577.2%
$25,000 to $34,9999211.5%
$35,000 to $49,9998510.7%
$50,000 to $74,99911013.8%
$75,000 to $99,99917922.5%
$100,000 to $149,9999511.9%
$150,000 to $199,999526.5%
$200,000+40.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sterlington

The median household income in Sterlington is $66,420, with the highest median household income of $76,198 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 307 households (38.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 51 households (6.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sterlington
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years51 (6.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years307 (38.5%)$76,198
45 to 64 Years217 (27.2%)$36,354
65+ Years222 (27.9%)$58,750
Total797 (100.0%)$66,420

Poverty in Sterlington

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sterlington

With 15.8% poverty level for males and 22.3% for females among the residents of Sterlington, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 62 males (56.9%) and 18 females (48.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sterlington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (41.2%)17 (48.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years62 (56.9%)49 (32.0%)
12 to 14 Years4 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (1.3%)15 (48.4%)
18 to 24 Years1 (1.5%)18 (48.6%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)66 (44.6%)
35 to 44 Years15 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years20 (19.4%)26 (27.4%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)23 (25.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)33 (16.0%)
75 Years and over18 (28.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total154 (15.8%)247 (22.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sterlington

According to the poverty statistics in Sterlington, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sterlington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (58.8%)18 (51.4%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years47 (43.1%)104 (68.0%)
12 to 14 Years42 (91.3%)131 (100.0%)
15 Years16 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years75 (98.7%)16 (51.6%)
18 to 24 Years65 (98.5%)19 (51.3%)
25 to 34 Years59 (100.0%)82 (55.4%)
35 to 44 Years130 (89.7%)160 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years83 (80.6%)69 (72.6%)
55 to 64 Years34 (100.0%)66 (74.2%)
65 to 74 Years171 (100.0%)173 (84.0%)
75 Years and over46 (71.9%)12 (100.0%)
Total822 (84.2%)861 (77.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sterlington

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sterlington show that 5.6% or 23 of the total 412 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 20.0%, comprising of 23 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sterlington
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children258 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children92 (80.0%)23 (20.0%)
3 or 4 Children39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total389 (94.4%)23 (5.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sterlington

According to the poverty data in Sterlington, 75.0% or 12 single-father households and 28.6% or 46 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sterlington
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)33 (24.8%)
3 or 4 Children1 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (75.0%)46 (28.6%)

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

The poverty data for Sterlington shows that 23 of the married-couple family households (5.6%) and 58 of the single-parent households (32.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (20.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sterlington
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)11 (42.3%)
1 or 2 Children23 (20.0%)33 (24.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total23 (5.6%)58 (32.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Sterlington

Employment by Class of Employer in Sterlington

Among the 929 employed individuals in Sterlington, private company employees (660 | 71.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (83 | 8.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (82 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sterlington
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees66071.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)252.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)838.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations828.8%
Local Government Employees545.8%
State Government Employees252.7%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total929100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sterlington

According to the labor force statistics for Sterlington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,496), 62.6% or 936 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.7% or 7 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 100.0% or 69 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.8% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sterlington
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years65 (55.1%)7 (10.8%)
20 to 24 Years89 (96.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years122 (99.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years38 (45.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years290 (95.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years147 (74.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years13 (24.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years103 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total936 (62.6%)7 (0.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sterlington

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sterlington
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School25 (45.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma202 (73.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree284 (89.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher168 (90.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total679 (81.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sterlington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sterlington are Community & Social Service (125 | 13.5%), Management (66 | 7.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (63 | 6.8%), Health Technologists (60 | 6.5%), and Business & Financial (56 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sterlington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sterlington, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.6%), and Health Technologists (93.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sterlington
OccupationMaleFemale
Management52 (78.8%)14 (21.2%)
Business & Financial7 (12.5%)49 (87.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 30 (24.0%)95 (76.0%)
Education, Arts & Media12 (30.0%)28 (70.0%)
Legal Services & Support12 (60.0%)8 (40.0%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (11.5%)46 (88.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (6.4%)59 (93.6%)
Health Technologists4 (6.7%)56 (93.3%)
Total (Category)105 (32.6%)217 (67.4%)
Total (Overall)431 (46.4%)498 (53.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sterlington are Healthcare Support (56 | 6.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (50 | 5.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (29 | 3.1%), Personal Care & Service (20 | 2.1%), and Security & Protection (8 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Sterlington

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sterlington, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (95.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (42.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sterlington
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
Security & Protection8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving29 (58.0%)21 (42.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service1 (5.0%)19 (95.0%)
Total (Category)67 (41.1%)96 (58.9%)
Total (Overall)431 (46.4%)498 (53.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sterlington are Sales & Related (199 | 21.4%), and Office & Administration (86 | 9.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sterlington

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sterlington
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related103 (51.8%)96 (48.2%)
Office & Administration7 (8.1%)79 (91.9%)
Total (Category)110 (38.6%)175 (61.4%)
Total (Overall)431 (46.4%)498 (53.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sterlington are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (37 | 4.0%), and Construction & Extraction (24 | 2.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sterlington

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sterlington
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)431 (46.4%)498 (53.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sterlington are Production (50 | 5.4%), Material Moving (32 | 3.4%), and Transportation (16 | 1.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sterlington

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sterlington
OccupationMaleFemale
Production50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Material Moving32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)88 (89.8%)10 (10.2%)
Total (Overall)431 (46.4%)498 (53.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sterlington

Employment Industries in Sterlington

The major employment industries in Sterlington include Health Care & Social Assistance (191 | 20.6%), Retail Trade (172 | 18.5%), Wholesale Trade (88 | 9.5%), Construction (54 | 5.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (54 | 5.8%).
Employment Industries in Sterlington

Employment Industries by Sex in Sterlington

The Sterlington industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (96.3%), and Finance & Insurance (95.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sterlington
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade77 (87.5%)11 (12.5%)
Retail Trade88 (51.2%)84 (48.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (37.5%)10 (62.5%)
Utilities2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information14 (51.8%)13 (48.1%)
Finance & Insurance2 (4.3%)45 (95.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing24 (77.4%)7 (22.6%)
Professional & Scientific2 (5.9%)32 (94.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services6 (12.0%)44 (88.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance7 (3.7%)184 (96.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services29 (53.7%)25 (46.3%)
Public Administration15 (55.6%)12 (44.4%)
Total431 (46.4%)498 (53.6%)

Education in Sterlington

School Enrollment in Sterlington

The most common levels of schooling among the 726 students in Sterlington are high school (196 | 27.0%), middle school (191 | 26.3%), and elementary school (164 | 22.6%).
School Enrollment in Sterlington
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool517.0%
Kindergarten415.7%
Elementary School16422.6%
Middle School19126.3%
High School19627.0%
College / Undergraduate638.7%
Graduate / Professional202.8%
Total726100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sterlington

Out of a total of 726 students who are enrolled in schools in Sterlington, 144 (19.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 582 (80.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 54 (42.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 11 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sterlington
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds39 (83.0%)8 (17.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old155 (85.2%)27 (14.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds220 (80.0%)55 (20.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds74 (57.8%)54 (42.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total582 (80.2%)144 (19.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sterlington

Business (52 | 25.7%), education (48 | 23.8%), liberal arts & history (34 | 16.8%), arts & humanities (18 | 8.9%), and engineering (12 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 202 individuals in Sterlington who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sterlington
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural73.5%
Physical & Health Sciences63.0%
Psychology94.5%
Social Sciences63.0%
Engineering125.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology42.0%
Business5225.7%
Education4823.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History3416.8%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications63.0%
Arts & Humanities188.9%
Total202100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sterlington

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sterlington

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sterlington are males with 2 vehicles (217, accounting for 50.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (300, making up 43.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sterlington
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)9 (1.8%)
1 Vehicle50 (11.6%)120 (24.1%)
2 Vehicles217 (50.3%)300 (60.2%)
3 Vehicles45 (10.4%)30 (6.0%)
4 Vehicles119 (27.6%)39 (7.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total431 (100.0%)498 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sterlington

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sterlington are 30 to 34 minutes (208 commuters, 22.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (179 commuters, 19.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (172 commuters, 18.6%).
Commute Time in Sterlington
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes17919.4%
10 to 14 Minutes11212.1%
15 to 19 Minutes515.5%
20 to 24 Minutes17218.6%
25 to 29 Minutes475.1%
30 to 34 Minutes20822.5%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes70.8%
45 to 59 Minutes899.6%
60 to 89 Minutes404.3%
90 or more Minutes192.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Sterlington

The most common commute times in Sterlington are 5 to 9 minutes (117 commuters, 27.5%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (138 commuters, 27.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sterlington
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes117 (27.5%)62 (12.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes60 (14.1%)52 (10.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes10 (2.4%)41 (8.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes82 (19.3%)90 (18.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes13 (3.0%)34 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes70 (16.4%)138 (27.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (1.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes40 (9.4%)49 (9.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes31 (7.3%)9 (1.8%)
90 or more Minutes3 (0.7%)16 (3.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sterlington

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sterlington are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (104, 24.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (174, 34.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sterlington
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (1.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM40 (9.4%)9 (1.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM30 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM59 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM104 (24.4%)54 (10.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM53 (12.4%)174 (34.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM51 (12.0%)129 (25.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM58 (13.6%)48 (9.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (1.6%)6 (1.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)29 (5.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (0.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM5 (1.2%)41 (8.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM19 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total426 (100.0%)498 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sterlington

Occupancy by Ownership in Sterlington

Of the total 797 dwellings in Sterlington, owner-occupied units account for 406 (50.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 391 (49.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sterlington
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units40650.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units39149.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units797100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sterlington

Occupancy by Household Size in Sterlington
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household18323.0%
2-Person Household35444.4%
3-Person Household11214.1%
4+ Person Household14818.6%
Total Housing Units797100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sterlington

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sterlington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household80 (43.7%)103 (56.3%)
2-Person Household181 (51.1%)173 (48.9%)
3-Person Household24 (21.4%)88 (78.6%)
4+ Person Household121 (81.8%)27 (18.2%)
Total Housing Units406 (50.9%)391 (49.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sterlington

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sterlington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10 (21.3%)37 (78.7%)
High School Diploma134 (45.4%)161 (54.6%)
College/Associate Degree203 (61.3%)128 (38.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher59 (47.6%)65 (52.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sterlington

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sterlington
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years18222.8%
35 to 44 Years17622.1%
45 to 54 Years13116.4%
55 to 64 Years8610.8%
65 to 74 Years16821.1%
75 to 84 Years526.5%
85 Years and Over20.3%
Total797100.0%

Housing Finances in Sterlington

Median Income by Occupancy in Sterlington

Median Income by Occupancy in Sterlington
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied406 (50.9%)$89,167
Renter-Occupied391 (49.1%)$35,521
Average797 (100.0%)$66,420

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sterlington

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sterlington
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00023 (5.7%)60 (15.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (2.0%)23 (5.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9991 (0.3%)8 (2.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.7%)35 (8.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (2.0%)11 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99936 (8.9%)56 (14.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99948 (11.8%)37 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (7.9%)78 (20.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999119 (29.3%)60 (15.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99985 (20.9%)10 (2.6%)
$150,000 or more43 (10.6%)13 (3.3%)
Total406 (100.0%)391 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sterlington

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sterlington
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30061 (15.0%)39 (10.0%)
$300 to $49936 (8.9%)30 (7.7%)
$500 to $799142 (35.0%)44 (11.3%)
$800 to $99914 (3.5%)66 (16.9%)
$1,000 to $1,49996 (23.6%)136 (34.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99934 (8.4%)73 (18.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49910 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9999 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more4 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total406 (100.0%)391 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sterlington

Housing Structures in Sterlington

Housing Structures in Sterlington
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached42553.3%
Single Unit, Attached81.0%
2 Unit Apartments12215.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments10012.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments324.0%
10 or more Apartments243.0%
Mobile Home / Other8610.8%
Total797100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sterlington

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sterlington
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached345 (81.2%)80 (18.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)122 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)100 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other61 (70.9%)25 (29.1%)
Total406 (50.9%)391 (49.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sterlington

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sterlington
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (1.7%)53 (13.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms106 (26.1%)243 (62.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms226 (55.7%)95 (24.3%)
8 or more Rooms67 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total406 (100.0%)391 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sterlington

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sterlington
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas118 (29.1%)70 (17.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas55 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity233 (57.4%)321 (82.1%)
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%)
Total406 (100.0%)391 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sterlington

Household Vehicle Usage in Sterlington
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1 (0.3%)38 (9.7%)
1 Vehicle78 (19.2%)223 (57.0%)
2 Vehicles250 (61.6%)109 (27.9%)
3 or more Vehicles77 (19.0%)21 (5.4%)
Total406 (100.0%)391 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sterlington

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sterlington

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units211195
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$603$4
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sterlington

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sterlington
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00032 (15.2%)4 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99932 (15.2%)18 (9.2%)
$100,000 to $299,99948 (22.8%)131 (67.2%)
$300,000 to $499,99999 (46.9%)40 (20.5%)
$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%)2 (1.0%)
Total211 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sterlington

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sterlington
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00028 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99911 (5.2%)3 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (11.8%)1 (0.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99944 (20.8%)11 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9995 (2.4%)4 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99991 (43.1%)27 (13.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (3.3%)28 (14.4%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)78 (40.0%)
Total211 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sterlington

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sterlington
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x62 (29.4%)118,958 (61,004.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)122 (62.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (3.8%)43 (22.1%)
4.0x or more141 (66.8%)17 (8.7%)
Total211 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sterlington

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sterlington
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800120 (56.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4993 (1.4%)72 (36.9%)
$800 to $1,49960 (28.4%)52 (26.7%)
Total211 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sterlington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sterlington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sterlington
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years128 (97.0%)4 (3.0%)
6 to 18 Years575 (98.6%)8 (1.4%)
19 to 25 Years87 (78.4%)24 (21.6%)
26 to 34 Years154 (81.9%)34 (18.1%)
35 to 44 Years290 (95.1%)15 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years171 (86.4%)27 (13.6%)
55 to 64 Years120 (97.6%)3 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years343 (91.0%)34 (9.0%)
75 Years and older76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,944 (92.9%)149 (7.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sterlington

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sterlington
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born128 (97.0%)4 (3.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen575 (98.6%)8 (1.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen87 (78.4%)24 (21.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sterlington

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sterlington
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000374 (95.4%)18 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999337 (90.1%)37 (9.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999238 (85.3%)41 (14.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999542 (99.3%)4 (0.7%)
$100,000 and over453 (90.2%)49 (9.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sterlington

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sterlington
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 674 (56.1%)54 (40.9%)
6 to 18 Years290 (49.7%)288 (49.4%)
19 to 25 Years51 (46.0%)43 (38.7%)
25 to 34 Years78 (41.5%)76 (40.4%)
35 to 44 Years53 (17.4%)259 (84.9%)
45 to 54 Years57 (28.8%)114 (57.6%)
55 to 64 Years31 (25.2%)91 (74.0%)
65 to 74 Years339 (89.9%)88 (23.3%)
75 Years and over76 (100.0%)5 (6.6%)
Total1,049 (50.1%)1,018 (48.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sterlington

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sterlington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (3.2%)9 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years22 (7.8%)34 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years89 (52.0%)37 (18.0%)
75 Years and over7 (10.9%)4 (33.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sterlington

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sterlington: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years84 (49.1%)17 (8.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sterlington: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (11.7%)17 (8.3%)
75 Years and over5 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sterlington: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (0.4%)9 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.8%)17 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years5 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sterlington: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (2.5%)21 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years64 (37.4%)37 (18.0%)
75 Years and over7 (10.9%)4 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sterlington: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.7%)3 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years64 (37.4%)5 (2.4%)
75 Years and over5 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Sterlington

Computing Device Access in Sterlington

Computing Device Access in Sterlington
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop50863.7%
Smartphone73992.7%
Tablet42152.8%
No Computing Device384.8%
Total797100.0%

Internet Access in Sterlington

Internet Access in Sterlington
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home51264.2%
Cellular Data Only10713.4%
Satellite Internet263.3%
No Internet15719.7%
Total797100.0%

Sterlington Summary

Sterlington is a small town located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Ouachita River, approximately 10 miles north of Monroe. The town was founded in 1848 and has a population of approximately 2,000 people.

History

Sterlington was founded in 1848 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Monroe. The settlers were looking for a place to settle and start a new life. The town was named after the Sterlington family, who were among the first settlers. The Sterlingtons were originally from Virginia and had moved to Louisiana in the early 1800s.
The town grew slowly but steadily over the years, and by the early 1900s it had become a thriving community. The town was home to several businesses, including a sawmill, a cotton gin, and a grist mill. The town also had a school, a post office, and a few churches.
In the early 1900s, the town was also home to a large African American population. The African Americans in Sterlington were mostly farmers and worked in the cotton fields. They also had their own churches and schools.
In the 1950s, the town began to decline as the cotton industry in the area began to decline. Many of the businesses in town closed and the population began to decline as well. In the late 1970s, the town was revitalized when a new industry, the Sterlington Refinery, was built. The refinery brought new jobs and new people to the town, and the population began to grow again.

Geography

Sterlington is located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Ouachita River, approximately 10 miles north of Monroe. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in a rural area. The climate in Sterlington is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Sterlington is largely based on the oil and gas industry. The Sterlington Refinery is the largest employer in the town, and it provides jobs for many of the residents. Other industries in the town include agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism.
The town also has a few small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and a few hotels. The town also has a few churches and a post office.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Sterlington was 2,000. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.6% from other races. The median household income was $37,500, and the median age was 37.

Conclusion

Sterlington is a small town located in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. It was founded in 1848 and has a population of approximately 2,000 people. The town is largely dependent on the oil and gas industry, and it also has a few small businesses. The town has a diverse population, with a mix of White, African American, Native American, and Asian residents.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sterlington?
Total Population of Sterlington is 2,093.
What is the Total Male Population of Sterlington?
Total Male Population of Sterlington is 980.
What is the Total Female Population of Sterlington?
Total Female Population of Sterlington is 1,113.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sterlington?
There are 88.05 Males per 100 Females in Sterlington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sterlington?
There are 113.57 Females per 100 Males in Sterlington.
What is the Median Population Age in Sterlington?
Median Population Age in Sterlington is 37.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sterlington
Average Family Size in Sterlington is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sterlington
Average Household Size in Sterlington is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sterlington?
Per Capita income in Sterlington is $26,738.
What is the Median Family Income in Sterlington?
Median Family Income in Sterlington is $72,978.
What is the Median Household income in Sterlington?
Median Household Income in Sterlington is $66,420.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sterlington?
Income or Wage Gap in Sterlington is 23.7%.
Women in Sterlington earn 76.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sterlington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sterlington is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sterlington?
There are 936 People in the Labor Forcein in Sterlington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sterlington?
62.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Sterlington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sterlington?
Unemployment Rate in Sterlington is 0.7%.