Carthage, MS
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4,861
TOTAL POPULATION
2,368
MALE POPULATION
2,493
FEMALE POPULATION
94.99
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.28
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,967
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,591
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,722
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
93.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$15,589
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,929
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Carthage Zip Codes
Carthage Area Codes
Race in Carthage
The most populous races in Carthage are Black / African American (2,160 | 44.4%), White / Caucasian (1,952 | 40.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (846 | 17.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 2,160 | 44.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 846 | 17.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 29 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,952 | 40.2% |
| Two or more Races | 20 | 0.4% |
| Some other Race | 700 | 14.4% |
| Total | 4,861 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Carthage
The most populous ancestries reported in Carthage are Central American (505 | 10.4%), Peruvian (290 | 6.0%), South American (290 | 6.0%), Guatemalan (280 | 5.8%), and American (272 | 5.6%), together accounting for 33.7% of all Carthage residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 272 | 5.6% |
| British | 19 | 0.4% |
| Central American | 505 | 10.4% |
| Choctaw | 7 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 20 | 0.4% |
| English | 212 | 4.4% |
| French | 95 | 1.9% |
| German | 90 | 1.8% |
| Guatemalan | 280 | 5.8% |
| Honduran | 225 | 4.6% |
| Irish | 76 | 1.6% |
| Italian | 33 | 0.7% |
| Mexican | 51 | 1.1% |
| Peruvian | 290 | 6.0% |
| Polish | 37 | 0.8% |
| Scotch-Irish | 39 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 167 | 3.4% |
| South American | 290 | 6.0% |
| Swedish | 9 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 13 | 0.3% | View All 20 Rows |
Immigrants in Carthage
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Carthage came from Latin America (372 | 7.6%), Central America (274 | 5.6%), Honduras (225 | 4.6%), South America (98 | 2.0%), and Peru (92 | 1.9%), together accounting for 21.8% of all Carthage residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 6 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 6 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 274 | 5.6% |
| Eastern Africa | 6 | 0.1% |
| Eritrea | 6 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 49 | 1.0% |
| Honduras | 225 | 4.6% |
| Latin America | 372 | 7.6% |
| Peru | 92 | 1.9% |
| South America | 98 | 2.0% | View All 10 Rows |
Sex and Age in Carthage
Sex and Age in Carthage
The most populous age groups in Carthage are 20 to 24 Years (241 | 10.2%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (233 | 9.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 204 (8.6%) | 175 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 161 (6.8%) | 196 (7.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 135 (5.7%) | 148 (5.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 128 (5.4%) | 133 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 241 (10.2%) | 233 (9.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 135 (5.7%) | 106 (4.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 127 (5.4%) | 152 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 122 (5.1%) | 233 (9.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 174 (7.3%) | 79 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 112 (4.7%) | 131 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 169 (7.1%) | 186 (7.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 121 (5.1%) | 115 (4.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 95 (4.0%) | 105 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 95 (4.0%) | 62 (2.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 162 (6.8%) | 123 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 69 (2.9%) | 121 (4.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 7 (0.3%) | 82 (3.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 111 (4.7%) | 113 (4.5%) |
| Total | 2,368 (100.0%) | 2,493 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Carthage
Median Family Size in Carthage
The median family size in Carthage is 3.76 persons per family, with single female/mother families (361 | 36.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.2 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (109 | 10.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.17 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 528 (52.9%) | 3.58 |
| Single Male/Father | 109 (10.9%) | 3.17 |
| Single Female/Mother | 361 (36.2%) | 4.20 |
| Total Families | 998 (100.0%) | 3.76 |
Median Household Size in Carthage
The median household size in Carthage is 3.06 persons per household, with single female/mother households (361 | 25.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.47 persons per household. non-family households (443 | 30.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 528 (36.6%) | 3.61 |
| Single Male/Father | 109 (7.6%) | 3.71 |
| Single Female/Mother | 361 (25.1%) | 4.47 |
| Non-family | 443 (30.7%) | 1.10 |
| Total Households | 1,441 (100.0%) | 3.06 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Carthage
Out of a total of 1,441 households in Carthage, 998 (69.3%) are family households, while 443 (30.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 476, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 398.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 398 (27.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 476 (33.0%) | 45 (3.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 255 (17.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 139 (9.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 60 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 45 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 23 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 998 (69.3%) | 443 (30.7%) |
Female Fertility in Carthage
Fertility by Age in Carthage
Average fertility rate in Carthage is 76.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 167.0 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 | 82 (100.0%) | 167.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 82 (100.0%) | 76.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Carthage
23.2% of women with births (82) in Carthage are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 76.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 76.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 19 (23.2%) | 63 (76.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (23.2%) | 63 (76.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Carthage
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 11 (13.4%) | 26.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 38 (46.3%) | 145.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 33 (40.2%) | 559.0 |
| Total | 82 (100.0%) | 76.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Carthage
76.8% of women with births in Carthage are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 28.9% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 11 (28.9%) | 27 (71.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8 (24.2%) | 25 (75.8%) |
| Total | 19 (23.2%) | 63 (76.8%) |
Income in Carthage
Income Overview in Carthage
Per Capita Income in Carthage is $21,967, while median incomes of families and households are $61,591 and $47,722 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,861 | $21,967 |
| Median Family Income | 998 | $61,591 |
| Mean Family Income | 998 | $66,882 |
| Median Household Income | 1,441 | $47,722 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,441 | $58,335 |
| Income Deficit | 998 | $15,589 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,861 | 6.13% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,861 | 93.87¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,861 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Carthage
Average Earnings in Carthage are $34,538, $34,978 for men and $32,833 for women, a difference of 6.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 845 (46.0%) | $34,978 |
| Female | 994 (54.0%) | $32,833 |
| Total | 1,839 (100.0%) | $34,538 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carthage
The most common earnings brackets in Carthage are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (155 | 18.3%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (156 | 15.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 20 (2.4%) | 50 (5.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 13 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 8 (0.9%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 19 (2.2%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 100 (10.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 12 (1.4%) | 79 (8.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 80 (9.5%) | 82 (8.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 36 (4.3%) | 127 (12.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 155 (18.3%) | 21 (2.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 80 (9.5%) | 15 (1.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 18 (2.1%) | 78 (7.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 135 (16.0%) | 26 (2.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 120 (14.2%) | 79 (8.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (3.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (5.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 90 (10.6%) | 46 (4.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 48 (5.7%) | 156 (15.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 11 (1.3%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| Total | 845 (100.0%) | 994 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Average earnings in Carthage are $37,153 for men and $39,902 for women, a difference of 6.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,295, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $28,849. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $83,010, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,759.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,099 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $28,849 | $22,759 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $29,918 | $34,583 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $83,295 | $46,505 |
| Graduate Degree | $43,571 | $83,010 |
| Total | $37,153 | $39,902 |
Family Income in Carthage
Family Income Brackets in Carthage
According to the Carthage family income data, there are 228 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 25 families (2.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 90 | 9.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 26 | 2.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 97 | 9.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 36 | 3.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 209 | 20.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 134 | 13.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 228 | 22.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 100 | 10.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 53 | 5.3% |
| $200,000+ | 25 | 2.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carthage
2-person families (518 | 51.9%) account for the highest median family income in Carthage with $79,535 per family, while 2-person families (518 | 51.9%) have the highest median income of $39,768 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 518 (51.9%) | $79,535 |
| 3-Person Families | 259 (26.0%) | $49,917 |
| 4-Person Families | 93 (9.3%) | $60,625 |
| 5-Person Families | 60 (6.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 56 (5.6%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 12 (1.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 998 (100.0%) | $61,591 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Carthage
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 214 (21.4%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 494 (49.5%) | $49,542 |
| 2 Earners | 253 (25.4%) | $83,356 |
| 3+ Earners | 37 (3.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 998 (100.0%) | $61,591 |
Household Income in Carthage
Household Income Brackets in Carthage
With 305 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Carthage, accounting for 21.2% of all households. In contrast, only 24 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 147 | 10.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 107 | 7.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 186 | 12.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 72 | 5.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 305 | 21.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 133 | 9.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 293 | 20.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 120 | 8.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 53 | 3.7% |
| $200,000+ | 24 | 1.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Carthage
The median household income in Carthage is $47,722, with the highest median household income of $69,350 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 417 households (28.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,250, with 304 households (21.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 88 (6.1%) | $65,645 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 304 (21.1%) | $36,250 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 417 (28.9%) | $69,350 |
| 65+ Years | 632 (43.9%) | $38,557 |
| Total | 1,441 (100.0%) | $47,722 |
Poverty in Carthage
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage
With 25.6% poverty level for males and 26.2% for females among the residents of Carthage, 12 to 14 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 97 males (89.8%) and 109 females (62.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 97 (47.5%) | 109 (62.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (45.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 67 (36.6%) | 116 (46.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 97 (89.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 9 (12.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 65 (23.8%) | 115 (33.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 18 (13.3%) | 125 (48.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 53 (25.5%) | 20 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 24 (9.6%) | 24 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 29 (14.7%) | 51 (23.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 59 (26.1%) | 9 (5.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (14.3%) |
| Total | 518 (25.6%) | 627 (26.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage
According to the poverty statistics in Carthage, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 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 | 107 (52.4%) | 66 (37.7%) |
| 5 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 30 (54.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 116 (63.4%) | 134 (53.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 11 (10.2%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 66 (88.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 208 (76.2%) | 224 (66.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 117 (86.7%) | 133 (51.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 155 (74.5%) | 292 (93.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 227 (90.4%) | 293 (92.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 168 (85.3%) | 169 (76.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 167 (73.9%) | 161 (94.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 155 (100.0%) | 197 (85.7%) |
| Total | 1,502 (74.4%) | 1,765 (73.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Carthage
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Carthage show that 12.7% or 67 of the total 528 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 12 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 289 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 127 (69.8%) | 55 (30.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Total | 461 (87.3%) | 67 (12.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carthage
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (7.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (46.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 120 (33.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Carthage
The poverty data for Carthage shows that 67 of the married-couple family households (12.7%) and 120 of the single-parent households (25.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (5.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 55 (30.2%) | 76 (41.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 67 (12.7%) | 120 (25.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Carthage
Employment by Class of Employer in Carthage
Among the 1,697 employed individuals in Carthage, private company employees (1,118 | 65.9%), not-for-profit organizations (139 | 8.2%), and state government employees (98 | 5.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,118 | 65.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 75 | 4.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 74 | 4.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 139 | 8.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 54 | 3.2% |
| State Government Employees | 98 | 5.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 92 | 5.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 47 | 2.8% |
| Total | 1,697 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Carthage
According to the labor force statistics for Carthage, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,842), 50.2% or 1,929 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.7% or 168 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 76.3% or 456 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 92 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 92 (35.2%) | 92 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 298 (62.9%) | 34 (11.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 172 (71.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 142 (50.9%) | 41 (28.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 408 (67.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 456 (76.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 149 (63.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 84 (42.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 62 (14.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 66 (13.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,929 (50.2%) | 168 (8.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carthage
According to labor force statistics for Carthage, 65.3% of individuals (1,412) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,162) are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 41 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 94.8% or 416 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.6% or 41 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 223 (57.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 353 (47.3%) | 87 (11.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 419 (71.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 416 (94.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,412 (65.3%) | 63 (2.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Carthage
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carthage are Business & Financial (199 | 11.3%), Management (125 | 7.1%), Community & Social Service (115 | 6.5%), Education Instruction & Library (85 | 4.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (38 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carthage, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (70.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 47 (37.6%) | 78 (62.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 199 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 29 (25.2%) | 86 (74.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 21 (70.0%) | 9 (30.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 8 (9.4%) | 77 (90.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 114 (23.5%) | 372 (76.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (45.3%) | 964 (54.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Carthage are Food Preparation & Serving (174 | 9.9%), Healthcare Support (113 | 6.4%), Personal Care & Service (45 | 2.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (34 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (8 | 0.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Carthage, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (69.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Healthcare Support (90.3%), and Personal Care & Service (75.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 11 (9.7%) | 102 (90.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 120 (69.0%) | 54 (31.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 11 (24.4%) | 34 (75.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 150 (40.1%) | 224 (59.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (45.3%) | 964 (54.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Carthage are Office & Administration (179 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (70 | 4.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 12 (17.1%) | 58 (82.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 22 (12.3%) | 157 (87.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 34 (13.7%) | 215 (86.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (45.3%) | 964 (54.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Carthage are Construction & Extraction (208 | 11.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (44 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 208 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 252 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (45.3%) | 964 (54.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Carthage are Production (240 | 13.6%), Transportation (91 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (70 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 94 (39.2%) | 146 (60.8%) |
| Transportation | 84 (92.3%) | 7 (7.7%) |
| Material Moving | 70 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 248 (61.9%) | 153 (38.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 798 (45.3%) | 964 (54.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage
Employment Industries in Carthage
The major employment industries in Carthage include Health Care & Social Assistance (291 | 16.5%), Manufacturing (238 | 13.5%), Construction (237 | 13.5%), Finance & Insurance (221 | 12.5%), and Retail Trade (194 | 11.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage
The Carthage industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (96.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 228 (96.2%) | 9 (3.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 120 (50.4%) | 118 (49.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 82 (42.3%) | 112 (57.7%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 11 (5.0%) | 210 (95.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 44 (29.9%) | 103 (70.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 11 (3.8%) | 280 (96.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 12 (21.0%) | 45 (78.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 13 (52.0%) | 12 (48.0%) |
| Public Administration | 8 (26.7%) | 22 (73.3%) |
| Total | 798 (45.3%) | 964 (54.7%) |
Education in Carthage
School Enrollment in Carthage
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,155 students in Carthage are elementary school (294 | 25.5%), high school (272 | 23.5%), and middle school (215 | 18.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 197 | 17.1% |
| Kindergarten | 62 | 5.4% |
| Elementary School | 294 | 25.5% |
| Middle School | 215 | 18.6% |
| High School | 272 | 23.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 115 | 10.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,155 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Carthage
Out of a total of 1,155 students who are enrolled in schools in Carthage, 249 (21.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 906 (78.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (100.0% 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 309 (93.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 162 (76.8%) | 49 (23.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 309 (93.1%) | 23 (6.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 206 (81.1%) | 48 (18.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 36 (35.3%) | 66 (64.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 82 (75.9%) | 26 (24.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 99 (92.5%) | 8 (7.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 11 (33.3%) | 22 (66.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Total | 906 (78.4%) | 249 (21.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Carthage
Business (293 | 48.7%), education (145 | 24.1%), physical & health sciences (48 | 8.0%), science & technology (44 | 7.3%), and arts & humanities (37 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 602 individuals in Carthage who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 8 | 1.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 0 | 0.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 48 | 8.0% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 44 | 7.3% |
| Business | 293 | 48.7% |
| Education | 145 | 24.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 11 | 1.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 8 | 1.3% |
| Communications | 8 | 1.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 37 | 6.1% |
| Total | 602 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Carthage
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carthage
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Carthage are males with 4 vehicles (247, accounting for 30.9%) and females with 4 vehicles (81, making up 27.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 13 (1.6%) | 21 (2.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 235 (29.4%) | 244 (27.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 209 (26.2%) | 372 (41.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 77 (9.7%) | 181 (20.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 247 (30.9%) | 81 (9.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 17 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 798 (100.0%) | 899 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Carthage
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Carthage are 10 to 14 minutes (431 commuters, 29.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (264 commuters, 18.1%), and less than 5 minutes (163 commuters, 11.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 163 | 11.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 264 | 18.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 431 | 29.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 93 | 6.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 82 | 5.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 5 | 0.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 46 | 3.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 40 | 2.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 98 | 6.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 157 | 10.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 77 | 5.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Carthage
The most common commute times in Carthage are 10 to 14 minutes (305 commuters, 43.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (205 commuters, 27.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 108 (15.4%) | 55 (7.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 59 (8.4%) | 205 (27.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 305 (43.4%) | 126 (16.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 22 (3.1%) | 71 (9.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 28 (4.0%) | 54 (7.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (6.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 40 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 26 (3.7%) | 72 (9.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 70 (10.0%) | 87 (11.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 44 (6.3%) | 33 (4.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carthage
The most frequent times of departure to work in Carthage are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (182, 25.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (134, 17.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 91 (13.0%) | 70 (9.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 8 (1.1%) | 21 (2.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 182 (25.9%) | 69 (9.1%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 37 (5.3%) | 98 (13.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 77 (11.0%) | 134 (17.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 120 (17.1%) | 64 (8.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 60 (8.6%) | 87 (11.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 14 (2.0%) | 19 (2.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 47 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 17 (2.4%) | 90 (11.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 49 (7.0%) | 94 (12.5%) |
| Total | 702 (100.0%) | 754 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Carthage
Occupancy by Ownership in Carthage
Of the total 1,441 dwellings in Carthage, owner-occupied units account for 981 (68.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 460 (31.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 981 | 68.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 460 | 31.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,441 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Carthage
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 398 | 27.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 521 | 36.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 255 | 17.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 267 | 18.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,441 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carthage
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 274 (68.8%) | 124 (31.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 430 (82.5%) | 91 (17.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 151 (59.2%) | 104 (40.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 126 (47.2%) | 141 (52.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 981 (68.1%) | 460 (31.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carthage
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 150 (78.5%) | 41 (21.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 204 (50.0%) | 204 (50.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 428 (70.6%) | 178 (29.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 199 (84.3%) | 37 (15.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carthage
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 278 | 19.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 114 | 7.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 217 | 15.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 200 | 13.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 300 | 20.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 190 | 13.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 142 | 9.9% |
| Total | 1,441 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Carthage
Median Income by Occupancy in Carthage
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 981 (68.1%) | $66,250 |
| Renter-Occupied | 460 (31.9%) | $0 |
| Average | 1,441 (100.0%) | $47,722 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carthage
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (15.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 12 (1.2%) | 62 (13.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 43 (4.4%) | 64 (13.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 40 (4.1%) | 11 (2.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 98 (10.0%) | 37 (8.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 51 (5.2%) | 21 (4.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 188 (19.2%) | 118 (25.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 109 (11.1%) | 24 (5.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 257 (26.2%) | 35 (7.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 105 (10.7%) | 15 (3.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 78 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 981 (100.0%) | 460 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carthage
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 111 (11.3%) | 136 (29.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 201 (20.5%) | 14 (3.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 159 (16.2%) | 42 (9.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 233 (23.7%) | 169 (36.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 150 (15.3%) | 62 (13.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 114 (11.6%) | 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 | 13 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 981 (100.0%) | 460 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Carthage
Housing Structures in Carthage
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,137 | 78.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 13 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 48 | 3.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 77 | 5.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 43 | 3.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 33 | 2.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 90 | 6.2% |
| Total | 1,441 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carthage
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 960 (84.4%) | 177 (15.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 12 (25.0%) | 36 (75.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 9 (10.0%) | 81 (90.0%) |
| Total | 981 (68.1%) | 460 (31.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carthage
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (4.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 23 (2.3%) | 143 (31.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 312 (31.8%) | 178 (38.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 408 (41.6%) | 112 (24.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 238 (24.3%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| Total | 981 (100.0%) | 460 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carthage
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 505 (51.5%) | 185 (40.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 134 (13.7%) | 11 (2.4%) |
| Electricity | 342 (34.9%) | 264 (57.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 981 (100.0%) | 460 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Carthage
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 131 (13.4%) | 105 (22.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 224 (22.8%) | 236 (51.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 285 (29.0%) | 84 (18.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 341 (34.8%) | 35 (7.6%) |
| Total | 981 (100.0%) | 460 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Carthage
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Carthage
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 508 | 473 |
| Median Property Value | $139,400 | $145,700 |
| Median Household Income | $39,510 | $39 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $428 | $13 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,532 | $68 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carthage
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 81 (15.9%) | 49 (10.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 37 (7.3%) | 107 (22.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 232 (45.7%) | 293 (62.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 158 (31.1%) | 11 (2.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (2.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 508 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carthage
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 12 (2.4%) | 17 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 132 (26.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 21 (4.1%) | 49 (10.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 162 (31.9%) | 30 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 10 (2.0%) | 26 (5.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 61 (12.0%) | 99 (20.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 71 (14.0%) | 196 (41.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 39 (7.7%) | 34 (7.2%) |
| Total | 508 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Carthage
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 149 (29.3%) | 79,390 (16,784.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 142 (28.0%) | 273 (57.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 19 (3.7%) | 119 (25.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 198 (39.0%) | 60 (12.7%) |
| Total | 508 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carthage
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 163 (32.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 34 (6.7%) | 51 (10.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 214 (42.1%) | 149 (31.5%) |
| Total | 508 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Carthage
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 414 (94.3%) | 25 (5.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 558 (68.8%) | 253 (31.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 455 (91.9%) | 40 (8.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 271 (71.1%) | 110 (28.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 338 (65.0%) | 182 (35.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 338 (59.5%) | 230 (40.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 386 (92.6%) | 31 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 380 (96.0%) | 16 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 385 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,525 (79.9%) | 887 (20.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carthage
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 414 (94.3%) | 25 (5.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 558 (68.8%) | 253 (31.2%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 455 (91.9%) | 40 (8.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carthage
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 653 (60.6%) | 424 (39.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 905 (86.4%) | 142 (13.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 595 (87.0%) | 89 (13.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 707 (84.4%) | 131 (15.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 665 (86.8%) | 101 (13.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 288 (65.6%) | 156 (35.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 335 (41.3%) | 280 (34.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 239 (48.3%) | 309 (62.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 56 (14.7%) | 236 (61.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 80 (15.4%) | 269 (51.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 43 (7.6%) | 314 (55.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 207 (49.6%) | 248 (59.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 347 (87.6%) | 81 (20.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 385 (100.0%) | 157 (40.8%) |
| Total | 1,980 (44.9%) | 2,050 (46.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carthage
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 68 (16.7%) | 12 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (4.3%) | 154 (18.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 154 (68.1%) | 79 (46.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 129 (83.2%) | 121 (52.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Carthage
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 68 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (7.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (49.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (18.7%) | 30 (13.0%) |
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%) | 28 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (11.5%) | 9 (5.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (9.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 50 (12.2%) | 12 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 28 (4.3%) | 38 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 45 (19.9%) | 40 (23.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (11.0%) | 33 (14.3%) |
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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 19 (2.9%) | 100 (11.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (38.9%) | 79 (46.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 129 (83.2%) | 102 (44.4%) |
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 | 19 (2.9%) | 32 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (65.2%) | 8 (3.5%) |
Technology Access in Carthage
Computing Device Access in Carthage
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 650 | 45.1% |
| Smartphone | 1,184 | 82.2% |
| Tablet | 525 | 36.4% |
| No Computing Device | 249 | 17.3% |
| Total | 1,441 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Carthage
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 882 | 61.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 187 | 13.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 212 | 14.7% |
| No Internet | 323 | 22.4% |
| Total | 1,441 | 100.0% |
Carthage Summary
Carthage, Mississippi is a small town located in the central part of the state, in Leake County. It is situated about halfway between Jackson and Meridian, and is the county seat of Leake County. The town was founded in 1834 and was named after the ancient city of Carthage in Tunisia. The population of Carthage was 2,945 at the 2010 census.
History
Carthage was founded in 1834 by a group of settlers from North Carolina. The town was named after the ancient city of Carthage in Tunisia. The town was originally located on the banks of the Pearl River, but was moved to its current location in 1837 due to flooding.
Carthage was an important trading center during the Civil War, and was the site of several battles. The town was occupied by Union forces in 1863, and was the site of a skirmish between Confederate and Union forces in 1864.
Geography
Carthage is located in the central part of Mississippi, in Leake County. It is situated about halfway between Jackson and Meridian, and is the county seat of Leake County. The town is located on the banks of the Pearl River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests.
The climate in Carthage is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.
Economy
The economy of Carthage is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several large manufacturing plants, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics plant. Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy, with cotton, soybeans, and corn being the main crops.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, with visitors coming to the area to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Carthage was 2,945. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 18.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Carthage was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Carthage?
Total Population of Carthage is 4,861.
What is the Total Male Population of Carthage?
Total Male Population of Carthage is 2,368.
What is the Total Female Population of Carthage?
Total Female Population of Carthage is 2,493.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Carthage?
There are 94.99 Males per 100 Females in Carthage.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Carthage?
There are 105.28 Females per 100 Males in Carthage.
What is the Median Population Age in Carthage?
Median Population Age in Carthage is 36.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Carthage
Average Family Size in Carthage is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Carthage
Average Household Size in Carthage is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Carthage?
Per Capita income in Carthage is $21,967.
What is the Median Family Income in Carthage?
Median Family Income in Carthage is $61,591.
What is the Median Household income in Carthage?
Median Household Income in Carthage is $47,722.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Carthage?
Income or Wage Gap in Carthage is 6.1%.
Women in Carthage earn 93.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Carthage?
Family Income Deficit in Carthage is $15,589.
Families that are below poverty line in Carthage earn $15,589 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage?
Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Carthage?
There are 1,929 People in the Labor Forcein in Carthage.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Carthage?
50.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Carthage.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Carthage?
Unemployment Rate in Carthage is 8.7%.