Canton, MO
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Canton Overview
2,733
TOTAL POPULATION
1,482
MALE POPULATION
1,251
FEMALE POPULATION
118.47
MALES / 100 FEMALES
84.41
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,556
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,929
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$42,708
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,399
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Canton Zip Codes
Canton Area Codes
Race in Canton
The most populous races in Canton are White / Caucasian (2,443 | 89.4%), Two or more Races (161 | 5.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (109 | 4.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 23 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 100 | 3.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 109 | 4.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 6 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,443 | 89.4% |
| Two or more Races | 161 | 5.9% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,733 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Canton
The most populous ancestries reported in Canton are German (458 | 16.8%), American (364 | 13.3%), English (313 | 11.5%), Irish (177 | 6.5%), and European (98 | 3.6%), together accounting for 51.6% of all Canton residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 364 | 13.3% |
| Arab | 19 | 0.7% |
| Argentinean | 3 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 4 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 9 | 0.3% |
| Bolivian | 7 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 19 | 0.7% |
| Central American | 21 | 0.8% |
| Cherokee | 47 | 1.7% |
| Costa Rican | 13 | 0.5% |
| Dominican | 9 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 36 | 1.3% |
| English | 313 | 11.5% |
| European | 98 | 3.6% |
| French | 21 | 0.8% |
| German | 458 | 16.8% |
| Greek | 31 | 1.1% |
| Irish | 177 | 6.5% |
| Italian | 31 | 1.1% |
| Latvian | 5 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 69 | 2.5% |
| Salvadoran | 8 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 6 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 18 | 0.7% |
| South American | 10 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 5 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 5 | 0.2% | View All 27 Rows |
Immigrants in Canton
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Canton came from Latin America (29 | 1.1%), Asia (23 | 0.8%), Central America (22 | 0.8%), Saudi Arabia (19 | 0.7%), and Western Asia (19 | 0.7%), together accounting for 4.1% of all Canton residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 23 | 0.8% |
| Bolivia | 7 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 22 | 0.8% |
| Costa Rica | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 4 | 0.2% |
| El Salvador | 8 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 9 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 9 | 0.3% |
| Japan | 4 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 29 | 1.1% |
| Mexico | 13 | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | 19 | 0.7% |
| South America | 7 | 0.3% |
| Western Asia | 19 | 0.7% |
| Western Europe | 9 | 0.3% | View All 15 Rows |
Sex and Age in Canton
Sex and Age in Canton
The most populous age groups in Canton are 20 to 24 Years (248 | 16.7%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (200 | 16.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 56 (3.8%) | 49 (3.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 22 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 52 (3.5%) | 36 (2.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 199 (13.4%) | 200 (16.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 248 (16.7%) | 103 (8.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 51 (3.4%) | 72 (5.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 113 (7.6%) | 76 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 40 (2.7%) | 88 (7.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 102 (6.9%) | 55 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 156 (10.5%) | 23 (1.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 53 (3.6%) | 108 (8.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 154 (10.4%) | 122 (9.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 98 (6.6%) | 81 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 42 (2.8%) | 56 (4.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 27 (1.8%) | 46 (3.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 32 (2.2%) | 50 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 22 (1.5%) | 60 (4.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 15 (1.0%) | 26 (2.1%) |
| Total | 1,482 (100.0%) | 1,251 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Canton
Median Family Size in Canton
The median family size in Canton is 3.11 persons per family, with single male/father families (14 | 3.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 6 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (371 | 83.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.92 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 371 (83.2%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 14 (3.1%) | 6.00 |
| Single Female/Mother | 61 (13.7%) | 3.57 |
| Total Families | 446 (100.0%) | 3.11 |
Median Household Size in Canton
The median household size in Canton is 2.07 persons per household, with single male/father households (14 | 1.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 7.93 persons per household. non-family households (595 | 57.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 371 (35.6%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 14 (1.3%) | 7.93 |
| Single Female/Mother | 61 (5.9%) | 4.31 |
| Non-family | 595 (57.2%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 1,041 (100.0%) | 2.07 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Canton
Out of a total of 1,041 households in Canton, 446 (42.8%) are family households, while 595 (57.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 299, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 533.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 533 (51.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 299 (28.7%) | 62 (6.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 118 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 29 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 446 (42.8%) | 595 (57.2%) |
Female Fertility in Canton
Fertility by Age in Canton
Average fertility rate in Canton is 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 100.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 25 (100.0%) | 100.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Canton
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Canton
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15 (60.0%) | 313.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (40.0%) | 238.0 |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 38.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Canton
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Canton
Income Overview in Canton
Per Capita Income in Canton is $25,556, while median incomes of families and households are $73,929 and $42,708 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,733 | $25,556 |
| Median Family Income | 446 | $73,929 |
| Mean Family Income | 446 | $98,817 |
| Median Household Income | 1,041 | $42,708 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,041 | $59,873 |
| Income Deficit | 446 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,733 | 18.08% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,733 | 81.92¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,733 | 0.52 |
Earnings by Sex in Canton
Average Earnings in Canton are $22,633, $19,154 for men and $23,381 for women, a difference of 18.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 869 (54.6%) | $19,154 |
| Female | 721 (45.4%) | $23,381 |
| Total | 1,590 (100.0%) | $22,633 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Canton
The most common earnings brackets in Canton are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (139 | 16.0%) and $2,499 or less for women (88 | 12.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 73 (8.4%) | 88 (12.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 79 (9.1%) | 41 (5.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 139 (16.0%) | 33 (4.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 6 (0.7%) | 40 (5.6%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 115 (13.2%) | 20 (2.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (5.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 34 (3.9%) | 26 (3.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (6.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 31 (3.6%) | 44 (6.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 40 (4.6%) | 49 (6.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 11 (1.3%) | 72 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 35 (4.0%) | 25 (3.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 74 (8.5%) | 41 (5.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 44 (5.1%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 15 (1.7%) | 10 (1.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 64 (7.4%) | 15 (2.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 17 (2.0%) | 10 (1.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 16 (1.8%) | 80 (11.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 76 (8.7%) | 24 (3.3%) |
| Total | 869 (100.0%) | 721 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Canton
Average earnings in Canton are $38,188 for men and $30,000 for women, a difference of 21.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $48,472, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $23,487. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $32,083, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,152.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $44,375 | $24,152 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $23,487 | $27,500 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $48,472 | $32,083 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $38,188 | $30,000 |
Family Income in Canton
Family Income Brackets in Canton
According to the Canton family income data, there are 125 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.0% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 22 | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 38 | 8.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 31 | 7.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 19 | 4.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 125 | 28.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 86 | 19.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 40 | 9.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $200,000+ | 85 | 19.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Canton
3-person families (83 | 18.6%) account for the highest median family income in Canton with $85,163 per family, while 2-person families (334 | 74.9%) have the highest median income of $36,696 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 334 (74.9%) | $73,393 |
| 3-Person Families | 83 (18.6%) | $85,163 |
| 4-Person Families | 29 (6.5%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 446 (100.0%) | $73,929 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Canton
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 76 (17.0%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 72 (16.1%) | $28,654 |
| 2 Earners | 284 (63.7%) | $92,222 |
| 3+ Earners | 14 (3.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 446 (100.0%) | $73,929 |
Household Income in Canton
Household Income Brackets in Canton
With 201 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Canton, accounting for 19.3% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 141 | 13.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 105 | 10.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 123 | 11.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 72 | 6.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 155 | 14.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 201 | 19.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 108 | 10.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 51 | 4.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $200,000+ | 85 | 8.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Canton
The median household income in Canton is $42,708, with the highest median household income of $55,469 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 293 households (28.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $21,815, with 255 households (24.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 29 (2.8%) | $43,125 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 293 (28.1%) | $55,469 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 464 (44.6%) | $40,938 |
| 65+ Years | 255 (24.5%) | $21,815 |
| Total | 1,041 (100.0%) | $42,708 |
Poverty in Canton
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Canton
With 23.5% poverty level for males and 19.5% for females among the residents of Canton, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 22 males (100.0%) and 22 females (61.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 12 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (61.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 16 (44.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 19 (11.6%) | 9 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 57 (40.1%) | 57 (39.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 28 (13.4%) | 62 (47.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 61 (24.2%) | 14 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (31.9%) | 13 (12.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (22.8%) |
| Total | 256 (23.5%) | 208 (19.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Canton
According to the poverty statistics in Canton, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 44 (78.6%) | 49 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 14 (38.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 20 (55.6%) | 91 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 145 (88.4%) | 139 (93.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 85 (59.9%) | 86 (60.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 181 (86.6%) | 69 (52.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 191 (75.8%) | 189 (93.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (68.1%) | 89 (87.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (100.0%) | 105 (77.2%) |
| Total | 834 (76.5%) | 858 (80.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Canton
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Canton show that 5.9% or 22 of the total 371 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 7.0%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 292 (93.0%) | 22 (7.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 349 (94.1%) | 22 (5.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Canton
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (61.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (49.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Canton
The poverty data for Canton shows that 22 of the married-couple family households (5.9%) and 30 of the single-parent households (40.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (7.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 22 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (61.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (5.9%) | 30 (40.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Canton
Employment by Class of Employer in Canton
Among the 1,232 employed individuals in Canton, private company employees (885 | 71.8%), not-for-profit organizations (195 | 15.8%), and local government employees (50 | 4.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 885 | 71.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 28 | 2.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 40 | 3.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 195 | 15.8% |
| Local Government Employees | 50 | 4.1% |
| State Government Employees | 13 | 1.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 15 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 6 | 0.5% |
| Total | 1,232 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Canton
According to the labor force statistics for Canton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,489), 56.2% or 1,399 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.1% or 155 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.7% or 162 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 49.5% or 139 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 102 (27.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 202 (57.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 94 (76.4%) | 7 (7.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 162 (85.7%) | 10 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 183 (64.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 281 (82.6%) | 139 (49.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 221 (80.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 121 (67.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,399 (56.2%) | 155 (11.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Canton
According to labor force statistics for Canton, 76.3% of individuals (1,062) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,392) are in the labor force, with 14.7% or 156 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 91.7% or 155 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 62.9% or 139 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 221 (81.9%) | 170 (62.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 464 (74.7%) | 14 (2.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 222 (66.9%) | 11 (3.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 155 (91.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,062 (76.3%) | 205 (14.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Canton
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Canton are Community & Social Service (104 | 8.4%), Management (78 | 6.3%), Education Instruction & Library (77 | 6.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (54 | 4.3%), and Business & Financial (45 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Canton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (46.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 34 (43.6%) | 44 (56.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 17 (37.8%) | 28 (62.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 10 (43.5%) | 13 (56.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 48 (46.2%) | 56 (53.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 3 (27.3%) | 8 (72.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 29 (37.7%) | 48 (62.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 109 (35.9%) | 195 (64.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 614 (49.4%) | 630 (50.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Canton are Food Preparation & Serving (104 | 8.4%), Healthcare Support (64 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (60 | 4.8%), Security & Protection (23 | 1.8%), and Personal Care & Service (20 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Canton, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (80.0%), and Security & Protection (26.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (89.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 7 (10.9%) | 57 (89.1%) |
| Security & Protection | 6 (26.1%) | 17 (73.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 25 (24.0%) | 79 (76.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 16 (80.0%) | 4 (20.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 54 (19.9%) | 217 (80.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 614 (49.4%) | 630 (50.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Canton are Sales & Related (182 | 14.6%), and Office & Administration (170 | 13.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 118 (64.8%) | 64 (35.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 48 (28.2%) | 122 (71.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 166 (47.2%) | 186 (52.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 614 (49.4%) | 630 (50.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Canton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (47 | 3.8%), and Construction & Extraction (25 | 2.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 614 (49.4%) | 630 (50.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Canton are Transportation (107 | 8.6%), Production (79 | 6.4%), and Material Moving (59 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 71 (89.9%) | 8 (10.1%) |
| Transportation | 95 (88.8%) | 12 (11.2%) |
| Material Moving | 47 (79.7%) | 12 (20.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 213 (86.9%) | 32 (13.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 614 (49.4%) | 630 (50.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Canton
Employment Industries in Canton
The major employment industries in Canton include Retail Trade (223 | 17.9%), Educational Services (199 | 16.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (163 | 13.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (126 | 10.1%), and Manufacturing (79 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Canton
The Canton industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 71 (89.9%) | 8 (10.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 32 (72.7%) | 12 (27.3%) |
| Retail Trade | 154 (69.1%) | 69 (30.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 88 (54.0%) | 75 (46.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Information | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 5 (7.3%) | 63 (92.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 101 (50.7%) | 98 (49.2%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 8 (6.4%) | 118 (93.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 26 (60.5%) | 17 (39.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 26 (57.8%) | 19 (42.2%) |
| Public Administration | 6 (24.0%) | 19 (76.0%) |
| Total | 614 (49.4%) | 630 (50.6%) |
Education in Canton
School Enrollment in Canton
The most common levels of schooling among the 793 students in Canton are college / undergraduate (623 | 78.6%), middle school (62 | 7.8%), and high school (46 | 5.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 22 | 2.8% |
| Kindergarten | 0 | 0.0% |
| Elementary School | 26 | 3.3% |
| Middle School | 62 | 7.8% |
| High School | 46 | 5.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 623 | 78.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 14 | 1.8% |
| Total | 793 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Canton
Out of a total of 793 students who are enrolled in schools in Canton, 234 (29.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 559 (70.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (54.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 22 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 88 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 148 (51.9%) | 137 (48.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 227 (76.2%) | 71 (23.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 22 (45.8%) | 26 (54.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 559 (70.5%) | 234 (29.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Canton
Education (85 | 33.3%), business (56 | 22.0%), science & technology (32 | 12.6%), communications (17 | 6.7%), and arts & humanities (17 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 255 individuals in Canton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 16 | 6.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 7 | 2.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 8 | 3.1% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 1 | 0.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 32 | 12.6% |
| Business | 56 | 22.0% |
| Education | 85 | 33.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 11 | 4.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 5 | 2.0% |
| Communications | 17 | 6.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 17 | 6.7% |
| Total | 255 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Canton
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Canton
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Canton are males with 2 vehicles (299, accounting for 59.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (365, making up 55.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 23 (4.6%) | 25 (4.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 106 (21.1%) | 87 (16.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 299 (59.4%) | 365 (67.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 47 (9.3%) | 60 (11.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 28 (5.6%) | 4 (0.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 503 (100.0%) | 541 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Canton
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Canton are 5 to 9 minutes (352 commuters, 29.1%), 30 to 34 minutes (326 commuters, 27.0%), and less than 5 minutes (122 commuters, 10.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 122 | 10.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 352 | 29.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 120 | 9.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 50 | 4.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 42 | 3.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 36 | 3.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 326 | 27.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 66 | 5.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 27 | 2.2% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 41 | 3.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 23 | 1.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3 | 0.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Canton
The most common commute times in Canton are 5 to 9 minutes (218 commuters, 35.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (162 commuters, 27.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 63 (10.3%) | 59 (9.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 218 (35.6%) | 134 (22.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 72 (11.8%) | 48 (8.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 15 (2.5%) | 35 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 10 (1.6%) | 32 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 16 (2.6%) | 20 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 164 (26.8%) | 162 (27.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 14 (2.3%) | 52 (8.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 14 (2.3%) | 27 (4.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 23 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Canton
The most frequent times of departure to work in Canton are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (113, 18.5%) for males and 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (111, 18.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 15 (2.5%) | 13 (2.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 38 (6.2%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 46 (7.5%) | 111 (18.6%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 47 (7.7%) | 75 (12.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 55 (9.0%) | 81 (13.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 112 (18.3%) | 44 (7.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 113 (18.5%) | 81 (13.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 34 (5.6%) | 21 (3.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 13 (2.1%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 18 (2.9%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 22 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 3 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 60 (9.8%) | 79 (13.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 36 (5.9%) | 72 (12.1%) |
| Total | 612 (100.0%) | 596 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Canton
Occupancy by Ownership in Canton
Of the total 1,041 dwellings in Canton, owner-occupied units account for 639 (61.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 402 (38.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 639 | 61.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 402 | 38.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,041 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Canton
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 533 | 51.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 361 | 34.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 118 | 11.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 29 | 2.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,041 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Canton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 301 (56.5%) | 232 (43.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 240 (66.5%) | 121 (33.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 78 (66.1%) | 40 (33.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 20 (69.0%) | 9 (31.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 639 (61.4%) | 402 (38.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Canton
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 129 (86.6%) | 20 (13.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 279 (62.7%) | 166 (37.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 82 (34.2%) | 158 (65.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 149 (72.0%) | 58 (28.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Canton
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 178 | 17.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 144 | 13.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 133 | 12.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 331 | 31.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 94 | 9.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 120 | 11.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 41 | 3.9% |
| Total | 1,041 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Canton
Median Income by Occupancy in Canton
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 639 (61.4%) | $56,442 |
| Renter-Occupied | 402 (38.6%) | $26,923 |
| Average | 1,041 (100.0%) | $42,708 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Canton
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 51 (8.0%) | 71 (17.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 9 (1.4%) | 10 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 46 (7.2%) | 59 (14.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 47 (7.4%) | 8 (2.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 25 (3.9%) | 43 (10.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 39 (6.1%) | 33 (8.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 86 (13.5%) | 69 (17.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 126 (19.7%) | 75 (18.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 85 (13.3%) | 23 (5.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 46 (7.2%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 79 (12.4%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| Total | 639 (100.0%) | 402 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Canton
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 73 (11.4%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| $300 to $499 | 189 (29.6%) | 141 (35.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 177 (27.7%) | 178 (44.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 140 (21.9%) | 43 (10.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 51 (8.0%) | 15 (3.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 9 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 639 (100.0%) | 402 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Canton
Housing Structures in Canton
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 721 | 69.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 40 | 3.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 174 | 16.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 15 | 1.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 14 | 1.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 77 | 7.4% |
| Total | 1,041 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Canton
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 573 (79.5%) | 148 (20.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 174 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 66 (85.7%) | 11 (14.3%) |
| Total | 639 (61.4%) | 402 (38.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Canton
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (6.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 20 (3.1%) | 119 (29.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 207 (32.4%) | 168 (41.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 346 (54.1%) | 85 (21.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 66 (10.3%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| Total | 639 (100.0%) | 402 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Canton
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 448 (70.1%) | 139 (34.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 167 (26.1%) | 263 (65.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 24 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 639 (100.0%) | 402 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Canton
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 15 (2.4%) | 66 (16.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 208 (32.6%) | 248 (61.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 374 (58.5%) | 59 (14.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 42 (6.6%) | 29 (7.2%) |
| Total | 639 (100.0%) | 402 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Canton
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Canton
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 292 | 347 |
| Median Property Value | $85,500 | $107,700 |
| Median Household Income | $35,500 | $71 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $363 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $893 | $53 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Canton
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 85 (29.1%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 71 (24.3%) | 131 (37.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 128 (43.8%) | 209 (60.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 8 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 292 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Canton
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 18 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 113 (38.7%) | 42 (12.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 14 (4.8%) | 5 (1.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 38 (13.0%) | 25 (7.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 73 (25.0%) | 48 (13.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 22 (7.5%) | 53 (15.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 6 (2.1%) | 63 (18.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 8 (2.7%) | 40 (11.5%) |
| Total | 292 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Canton
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 128 (43.8%) | 80,050 (23,069.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 29 (9.9%) | 225 (64.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 47 (16.1%) | 12 (3.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 88 (30.1%) | 3 (0.9%) |
| Total | 292 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Canton
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 115 (39.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 133 (45.6%) | 145 (41.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 21 (7.2%) | 108 (31.1%) |
| Total | 292 (100.0%) | 347 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Canton
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canton
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 114 (89.8%) | 13 (10.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 340 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 508 (97.7%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 249 (85.9%) | 41 (14.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 216 (75.8%) | 69 (24.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 151 (44.4%) | 189 (55.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 413 (90.8%) | 42 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 171 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 205 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,367 (86.6%) | 366 (13.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Canton
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 114 (89.8%) | 13 (10.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 340 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 508 (97.7%) | 12 (2.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Canton
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 424 (80.3%) | 104 (19.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 361 (88.3%) | 48 (11.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 417 (98.4%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 241 (61.5%) | 151 (38.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 351 (87.1%) | 52 (12.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canton
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 34 (26.8%) | 80 (63.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 92 (27.1%) | 248 (72.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 13 (2.5%) | 495 (95.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 82 (28.3%) | 167 (57.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 73 (25.6%) | 156 (54.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 16 (4.7%) | 138 (40.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 67 (14.7%) | 354 (77.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 171 (100.0%) | 121 (70.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 205 (100.0%) | 58 (28.3%) |
| Total | 753 (27.6%) | 1,817 (66.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Canton
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 41 (44.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (2.9%) | 29 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 91 (15.1%) | 51 (10.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (46.4%) | 51 (50.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (49.3%) | 38 (27.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Canton
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23 (33.3%) | 6 (5.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (26.1%) | 9 (6.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (39.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 41 (44.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 55 (9.1%) | 14 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (30.4%) | 45 (44.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (26.1%) | 29 (21.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 17 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (8.7%) | 40 (39.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Canton
Computing Device Access in Canton
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 657 | 63.1% |
| Smartphone | 858 | 82.4% |
| Tablet | 552 | 53.0% |
| No Computing Device | 121 | 11.6% |
| Total | 1,041 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Canton
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 11 | 1.1% |
| Broadband Home | 627 | 60.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 119 | 11.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 68 | 6.5% |
| No Internet | 257 | 24.7% |
| Total | 1,041 | 100.0% |
Canton Summary
Canton, Missouri is a small city located in Lewis County, in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, and is the county seat of Lewis County. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people, and is part of the Quincy, IL-MO Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Canton was founded in 1836 by a group of settlers from Kentucky and Tennessee. The city was named after the city of Canton, Ohio, which was the birthplace of one of the settlers. The city was incorporated in 1845, and was the first city in Lewis County to be incorporated.
In the late 19th century, Canton was a major center for the lumber industry, and the city was home to several sawmills and lumber yards. The city also had a thriving brick-making industry, and was home to several brickyards.
In the early 20th century, Canton was a major center for the coal mining industry. The city was home to several coal mines, and the coal industry was a major employer in the city.
Geography
Canton is located in northeastern Missouri, in Lewis County. The city is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, and is located about 25 miles south of Quincy, Illinois. The city has a total area of 1.7 square miles, all of which is land.
The climate in Canton is humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 40 inches.
Economy
The economy of Canton is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several manufacturing plants, including a paper mill, a plastics plant, and a food processing plant. The city is also home to several agricultural businesses, including a dairy farm, a grain elevator, and a feed mill.
The city is also home to several retail businesses, including several restaurants, a grocery store, and several convenience stores. The city also has several banks, a post office, and a library.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Canton was 2,500. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Canton was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the city was $18,000. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Canton?
Total Population of Canton is 2,733.
What is the Total Male Population of Canton?
Total Male Population of Canton is 1,482.
What is the Total Female Population of Canton?
Total Female Population of Canton is 1,251.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Canton?
There are 118.47 Males per 100 Females in Canton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Canton?
There are 84.41 Females per 100 Males in Canton.
What is the Median Population Age in Canton?
Median Population Age in Canton is 39.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Canton
Average Family Size in Canton is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Canton
Average Household Size in Canton is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Canton?
Per Capita income in Canton is $25,556.
What is the Median Family Income in Canton?
Median Family Income in Canton is $73,929.
What is the Median Household income in Canton?
Median Household Income in Canton is $42,708.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Canton?
Income or Wage Gap in Canton is 18.1%.
Women in Canton earn 81.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Canton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Canton is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Canton?
There are 1,399 People in the Labor Forcein in Canton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Canton?
56.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Canton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Canton?
Unemployment Rate in Canton is 11.1%.