Starkville, MS

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Starkville Overview

24,274
TOTAL POPULATION
12,648
MALE POPULATION
11,626
FEMALE POPULATION
108.79
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.92
FEMALES / 100 MALES
27.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,354
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,807
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$36,076
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,564
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.59
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,510
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Starkville Zip Codes

Starkville Area Codes

Race in Starkville

The most populous races in Starkville are White / Caucasian (14,406 | 59.4%), Black / African American (8,252 | 34.0%), and Asian (923 | 3.8%).
Race in Starkville
Race# Population% Population
Asian9233.8%
Black / African American8,25234.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific320.1%
Hispanic or Latino5262.2%
Native / Alaskan180.1%
White / Caucasian14,40659.4%
Two or more Races5002.1%
Some other Race1430.6%
Total24,274100.0%

Ancestry in Starkville

The most populous ancestries reported in Starkville are English (4,164 | 17.2%), German (1,937 | 8.0%), American (1,815 | 7.5%), Irish (1,706 | 7.0%), and Italian (910 | 3.7%), together accounting for 43.4% of all Starkville residents.
Ancestry in Starkville
Ancestry# Population% Population
African2411.0%
Alsatian190.1%
American1,8157.5%
Arab1720.7%
Austrian140.1%
Bhutanese110.1%
Brazilian80.0%
British1660.7%
Burmese810.3%
Canadian290.1%
Celtic80.0%
Central American390.2%
Cherokee230.1%
Choctaw510.2%
Colombian580.2%
Croatian250.1%
Cuban570.2%
Czech160.1%
Danish130.1%
Dutch920.4%
Ecuadorian100.0%
English4,16417.2%
Ethiopian320.1%
European5672.3%
Fijian160.1%
Filipino800.3%
French3971.6%
French Canadian470.2%
German1,9378.0%
Greek1110.5%
Guatemalan30.0%
Honduran360.2%
Hungarian900.4%
Indian (Asian)3051.3%
Iranian100.0%
Irish1,7067.0%
Italian9103.7%
Jamaican90.0%
Korean810.3%
Latvian100.0%
Lebanese1720.7%
Mexican3011.2%
Mexican American Indian50.0%
Mongolian430.2%
Nigerian890.4%
Northern European170.1%
Norwegian720.3%
Pakistani180.1%
Peruvian100.0%
Polish1050.4%
Portuguese120.1%
Puerto Rican190.1%
Russian740.3%
Samoan310.1%
Scandinavian1290.5%
Scotch-Irish6622.7%
Scottish6312.6%
Slovak230.1%
South American990.4%
Spanish110.1%
Sri Lankan1340.5%
Subsaharan African3621.5%
Swedish1660.7%
Swiss70.0%
Thai1810.7%
Turkish170.1%
Ukrainian230.1%
Venezuelan210.1%
Vietnamese670.3%
Welsh600.3%
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Immigrants in Starkville

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Starkville came from Asia (818 | 3.4%), Eastern Asia (450 | 1.8%), China (378 | 1.6%), South Central Asia (186 | 0.8%), and South Eastern Asia (165 | 0.7%), together accounting for 8.2% of all Starkville residents.
Immigrants in Starkville
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1210.5%
Asia8183.4%
Bangladesh290.1%
Brazil40.0%
Canada280.1%
Caribbean90.0%
Central America1020.4%
China3781.6%
Czechoslovakia300.1%
Eastern Africa320.1%
Eastern Asia4501.8%
Eastern Europe710.3%
Ethiopia320.1%
Europe930.4%
Germany220.1%
Honduras290.1%
India1160.5%
Iran100.0%
Jamaica90.0%
Japan110.1%
Korea610.3%
Latin America1150.5%
Mexico660.3%
Nepal310.1%
Nicaragua70.0%
Nigeria890.4%
Oceania30.0%
Philippines220.1%
Poland150.1%
Russia70.0%
South America40.0%
South Central Asia1860.8%
South Eastern Asia1650.7%
Taiwan470.2%
Turkey170.1%
Ukraine190.1%
Vietnam1430.6%
Western Africa890.4%
Western Asia170.1%
Western Europe220.1%
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Sex and Age in Starkville

Sex and Age in Starkville

The most populous age groups in Starkville are 20 to 24 Years (3,362 | 26.6%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,885 | 16.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Starkville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years543 (4.3%)379 (3.3%)
5 to 9 Years625 (4.9%)705 (6.1%)
10 to 14 Years1,014 (8.0%)509 (4.4%)
15 to 19 Years915 (7.2%)910 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Years3,362 (26.6%)1,885 (16.2%)
25 to 29 Years1,063 (8.4%)1,034 (8.9%)
30 to 34 Years887 (7.0%)799 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years819 (6.5%)723 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years651 (5.1%)821 (7.1%)
45 to 49 Years396 (3.1%)453 (3.9%)
50 to 54 Years445 (3.5%)562 (4.8%)
55 to 59 Years391 (3.1%)536 (4.6%)
60 to 64 Years490 (3.9%)510 (4.4%)
65 to 69 Years370 (2.9%)603 (5.2%)
70 to 74 Years164 (1.3%)247 (2.1%)
75 to 79 Years259 (2.1%)394 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years123 (1.0%)274 (2.4%)
85 Years and over131 (1.0%)282 (2.4%)
Total12,648 (100.0%)11,626 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Starkville

Median Family Size in Starkville

The median family size in Starkville is 2.94 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,380 | 69.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (173 | 3.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.99 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Starkville
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,380 (69.1%)3.05
Single Male/Father173 (3.5%)1.99
Single Female/Mother1,342 (27.4%)2.80
Total Families4,895 (100.0%)2.94

Median Household Size in Starkville

The median household size in Starkville is 2.12 persons per household, with married-couple households (3,380 | 31.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.05 persons per household. non-family households (5,980 | 55.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.43 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Starkville
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,380 (31.1%)3.05
Single Male/Father173 (1.6%)1.99
Single Female/Mother1,342 (12.3%)2.85
Non-family5,980 (55.0%)1.43
Total Households10,875 (100.0%)2.12

Household Size by Marriage Status in Starkville

Out of a total of 10,875 households in Starkville, 4,895 (45.0%) are family households, while 5,980 (55.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,674, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,557.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Starkville
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,557 (32.7%)
2-Person Households2,674 (24.6%)1,811 (16.7%)
3-Person Households1,002 (9.2%)490 (4.5%)
4-Person Households780 (7.2%)122 (1.1%)
5-Person Households321 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households74 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households44 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,895 (45.0%)5,980 (55.0%)

Female Fertility in Starkville

Fertility by Age in Starkville

Average fertility rate in Starkville is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 40.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Starkville
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years44 (31.4%)48.0
20 to 34 years39 (27.9%)10.0
35 to 50 years57 (40.7%)28.0
Total140 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Starkville

56.4% of women with births (140) in Starkville are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 12.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Starkville
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years29 (74.4%)10 (25.6%)
35 to 50 years50 (87.7%)7 (12.3%)
Total79 (56.4%)61 (43.6%)

Fertility by Education in Starkville

Average fertility rate in Starkville is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 39.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 4.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 31.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Starkville
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School10 (7.1%)18.0
High School Diploma44 (31.4%)31.0
College or Associate's Degree10 (7.1%)4.0
Bachelor's Degree34 (24.3%)25.0
Graduate Degree42 (30.0%)39.0
Total140 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Starkville

43.6% of women with births in Starkville are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Starkville
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Bachelor's Degree34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (56.4%)61 (43.6%)

Income in Starkville

Income Overview in Starkville

Per Capita Income in Starkville is $31,354, while median incomes of families and households are $76,807 and $36,076 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income24,274$31,354
Median Family Income4,895$76,807
Mean Family Income4,895$99,010
Median Household Income10,875$36,076
Mean Household Income10,875$68,571
Income Deficit4,895$11,564
Wage / Income Gap (%)24,27420.85%
Wage / Income Gap ($)24,27479.15¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index24,2740.59

Earnings by Sex in Starkville

Average Earnings in Starkville are $23,585, $25,977 for men and $20,562 for women, a difference of 20.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Starkville
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,708 (56.9%)$25,977
Female5,834 (43.1%)$20,562
Total13,542 (100.0%)$23,585

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Starkville

The most common earnings brackets in Starkville are $100,000+ for men (1,004 | 13.0%) and $2,499 or less for women (742 | 12.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Starkville
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less489 (6.3%)742 (12.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999427 (5.5%)463 (7.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499398 (5.2%)248 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999824 (10.7%)197 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499319 (4.1%)445 (7.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999234 (3.0%)201 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499345 (4.5%)456 (7.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999178 (2.3%)125 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $22,499230 (3.0%)178 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,999326 (4.2%)301 (5.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999310 (4.0%)355 (6.1%)
$30,000 to $34,999209 (2.7%)398 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999168 (2.2%)293 (5.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999311 (4.0%)203 (3.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999554 (7.2%)217 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $54,999242 (3.1%)178 (3.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999406 (5.3%)212 (3.6%)
$65,000 to $74,999198 (2.6%)190 (3.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999536 (7.0%)281 (4.8%)
$100,000+1,004 (13.0%)151 (2.6%)
Total7,708 (100.0%)5,834 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Starkville

Average earnings in Starkville are $49,920 for men and $30,685 for women, a difference of 38.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,228, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,733. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,366, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,766.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Starkville
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$24,733$19,515
College or Associate's Degree$49,212$25,451
Bachelor's Degree$58,586$35,455
Graduate Degree$62,228$47,366
Total$49,920$30,685

Family Income in Starkville

Family Income Brackets in Starkville

According to the Starkville family income data, there are 773 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 15.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 171 families (3.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Starkville
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00052410.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991713.5%
$15,000 to $24,9994268.7%
$25,000 to $34,9993777.7%
$35,000 to $49,9994659.5%
$50,000 to $74,9994168.5%
$75,000 to $99,99955311.3%
$100,000 to $149,99976415.6%
$150,000 to $199,99977315.8%
$200,000+4268.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Starkville

6-person families (74 | 1.5%) account for the highest median family income in Starkville with $164,643 per family, while 6-person families (74 | 1.5%) have the highest median income of $27,440 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Starkville
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,703 (55.2%)$52,545
3-Person Families1,008 (20.6%)$75,938
4-Person Families803 (16.4%)$102,476
5-Person Families263 (5.4%)$114,041
6-Person Families74 (1.5%)$164,643
7+ Person Families44 (0.9%)$0
Total4,895 (100.0%)$76,807

Family Income by Number of Earners in Starkville

The median family income in Starkville is $76,807, with families comprising 2 earners (2,059) having the highest median family income of $118,125, while families with no earners (1,119) have the lowest median family income of $25,625, accounting for 42.1% and 22.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Starkville
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,119 (22.9%)$25,625
1 Earner1,381 (28.2%)$32,234
2 Earners2,059 (42.1%)$118,125
3+ Earners336 (6.9%)$110,000
Total4,895 (100.0%)$76,807

Household Income in Starkville

Household Income Brackets in Starkville

With 2,023 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Starkville, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 544 households (5.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Starkville
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002,02318.6%
$10,000 to $14,9996746.2%
$15,000 to $24,9991,75116.1%
$25,000 to $34,9998597.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991,22911.3%
$50,000 to $74,9999578.8%
$75,000 to $99,9999799.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991,0119.3%
$150,000 to $199,9998597.9%
$200,000+5445.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Starkville

The median household income in Starkville is $36,076, with the highest median household income of $76,172 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,351 households (21.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $16,419, with 2,964 households (27.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Starkville
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2,964 (27.3%)$16,419
25 to 44 Years3,899 (35.8%)$41,549
45 to 64 Years2,351 (21.6%)$76,172
65+ Years1,661 (15.3%)$69,583
Total10,875 (100.0%)$36,076

Poverty in Starkville

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Starkville

With 30.8% poverty level for males and 30.4% for females among the residents of Starkville, 18 to 24 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2,329 males (62.6%) and 136 females (95.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Starkville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years41 (7.5%)22 (5.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)136 (95.8%)
6 to 11 Years255 (29.5%)140 (19.1%)
12 to 14 Years113 (18.3%)6 (1.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years123 (47.9%)141 (53.0%)
18 to 24 Years2,329 (62.6%)1,212 (60.5%)
25 to 34 Years401 (21.0%)431 (23.6%)
35 to 44 Years209 (14.6%)513 (33.5%)
45 to 54 Years76 (9.5%)235 (23.4%)
55 to 64 Years104 (13.2%)187 (18.4%)
65 to 74 Years35 (7.2%)195 (24.4%)
75 Years and over25 (5.6%)126 (13.8%)
Total3,711 (30.8%)3,344 (30.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Starkville

According to the poverty statistics in Starkville, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Starkville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years502 (92.4%)357 (94.2%)
5 Years142 (100.0%)6 (4.2%)
6 to 11 Years609 (70.5%)592 (80.9%)
12 to 14 Years505 (81.7%)304 (98.1%)
15 Years33 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years134 (52.1%)125 (47.0%)
18 to 24 Years1,391 (37.4%)793 (39.6%)
25 to 34 Years1,510 (79.0%)1,394 (76.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,222 (85.4%)1,019 (66.5%)
45 to 54 Years727 (90.5%)768 (76.6%)
55 to 64 Years682 (86.8%)831 (81.6%)
65 to 74 Years448 (92.7%)605 (75.6%)
75 Years and over422 (94.4%)786 (86.2%)
Total8,327 (69.2%)7,638 (69.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Starkville

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Starkville show that 8.2% or 278 of the total 3,380 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 13.3%, comprising of 36 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Starkville
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,860 (91.3%)178 (8.7%)
1 or 2 Children994 (94.0%)64 (6.0%)
3 or 4 Children235 (86.7%)36 (13.3%)
5 or more Children13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,102 (91.8%)278 (8.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Starkville

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Starkville
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)114 (27.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)533 (59.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)2 (6.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)649 (48.4%)

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

The poverty data for Starkville shows that 278 of the married-couple family households (8.2%) and 649 of the single-parent households (42.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (13.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 533 household (56.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Starkville
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children178 (8.7%)114 (21.0%)
1 or 2 Children64 (6.0%)533 (56.9%)
3 or 4 Children36 (13.3%)2 (5.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total278 (8.2%)649 (42.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Starkville

Employment by Class of Employer in Starkville

Among the 10,965 employed individuals in Starkville, private company employees (6,269 | 57.2%), state government employees (2,789 | 25.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (547 | 5.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Starkville
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6,26957.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3323.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5054.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations5475.0%
Local Government Employees3593.3%
State Government Employees2,78925.4%
Federal Government Employees1631.5%
Unpaid Family Workers10.0%
Total10,965100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Starkville

According to the labor force statistics for Starkville, out of the total population over 16 years of age (20,408), 61.3% or 12,510 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.9% or 988 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 91.9% or 1,549 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.7% or 161 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Starkville
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years678 (39.1%)161 (23.7%)
20 to 24 Years3,615 (68.9%)419 (11.6%)
25 to 29 Years1,703 (81.2%)189 (11.1%)
30 to 34 Years1,549 (91.9%)40 (2.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,188 (72.6%)33 (1.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,288 (69.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years636 (68.6%)127 (20.0%)
60 to 64 Years491 (49.1%)24 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years248 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over107 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,510 (61.3%)988 (7.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Starkville

According to labor force statistics for Starkville, 74.3% of individuals (7,861) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,580) are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 417 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 86.9% or 4,494 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.5% or 154 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Starkville
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School268 (33.8%)50 (6.3%)
High School Diploma1,230 (56.8%)271 (12.5%)
College / Associate Degree1,866 (76.1%)105 (4.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,494 (86.9%)186 (3.6%)
Total7,861 (74.3%)561 (5.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Starkville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Starkville are Community & Social Service (2,031 | 17.6%), Education Instruction & Library (1,503 | 13.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,085 | 9.4%), Management (1,033 | 9.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (635 | 5.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Starkville

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Starkville, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (93.0%), Architecture & Engineering (90.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (65.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (58.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Starkville
OccupationMaleFemale
Management640 (62.0%)393 (38.0%)
Business & Financial265 (57.7%)194 (42.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science921 (84.9%)164 (15.1%)
Computers & Mathematics159 (93.0%)12 (7.0%)
Architecture & Engineering577 (90.9%)58 (9.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science185 (66.3%)94 (33.7%)
Community & Social Service 922 (45.4%)1,109 (54.6%)
Education, Arts & Media84 (34.8%)157 (65.1%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library680 (45.2%)823 (54.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment158 (56.0%)124 (44.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating213 (41.4%)301 (58.6%)
Health Technologists213 (44.6%)265 (55.4%)
Total (Category)2,961 (57.8%)2,161 (42.2%)
Total (Overall)6,820 (59.2%)4,692 (40.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Starkville are Food Preparation & Serving (1,031 | 9.0%), Security & Protection (352 | 3.1%), Law Enforcement (216 | 1.9%), Healthcare Support (202 | 1.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (178 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Starkville

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Starkville, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (97.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (83.2%), and Security & Protection (71.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (66.9%), and Law Enforcement (45.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Starkville
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)202 (100.0%)
Security & Protection250 (71.0%)102 (29.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention133 (97.8%)3 (2.2%)
Law Enforcement117 (54.2%)99 (45.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving573 (55.6%)458 (44.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance148 (83.2%)30 (16.9%)
Personal Care & Service42 (33.1%)85 (66.9%)
Total (Category)1,013 (53.6%)877 (46.4%)
Total (Overall)6,820 (59.2%)4,692 (40.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Starkville are Sales & Related (1,641 | 14.2%), and Office & Administration (900 | 7.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Starkville

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Starkville
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,023 (62.3%)618 (37.7%)
Office & Administration265 (29.4%)635 (70.6%)
Total (Category)1,288 (50.7%)1,253 (49.3%)
Total (Overall)6,820 (59.2%)4,692 (40.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Starkville are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (366 | 3.2%), Construction & Extraction (173 | 1.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (31 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Starkville

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Starkville
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair366 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)539 (94.6%)31 (5.4%)
Total (Overall)6,820 (59.2%)4,692 (40.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Starkville are Production (611 | 5.3%), Transportation (503 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (275 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Starkville

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Starkville
OccupationMaleFemale
Production347 (56.8%)264 (43.2%)
Transportation432 (85.9%)71 (14.1%)
Material Moving240 (87.3%)35 (12.7%)
Total (Category)1,019 (73.4%)370 (26.6%)
Total (Overall)6,820 (59.2%)4,692 (40.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Starkville

Employment Industries in Starkville

The major employment industries in Starkville include Educational Services (2,758 | 24.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,562 | 13.6%), Retail Trade (1,444 | 12.5%), Manufacturing (1,056 | 9.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (950 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries in Starkville

Employment Industries by Sex in Starkville

The Starkville industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (98.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (62.0%), and Information (56.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Starkville
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting19 (38.0%)31 (62.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction405 (98.5%)6 (1.5%)
Manufacturing757 (71.7%)299 (28.3%)
Wholesale Trade88 (49.4%)90 (50.6%)
Retail Trade889 (61.6%)555 (38.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing157 (60.9%)101 (39.2%)
Utilities29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information35 (43.8%)45 (56.2%)
Finance & Insurance271 (81.6%)61 (18.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing333 (75.0%)111 (25.0%)
Professional & Scientific558 (86.5%)87 (13.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support137 (50.9%)132 (49.1%)
Educational Services1,378 (50.0%)1,380 (50.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance237 (24.9%)713 (75.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation28 (50.0%)28 (50.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services903 (57.8%)659 (42.2%)
Public Administration251 (45.1%)305 (54.9%)
Total6,820 (59.2%)4,692 (40.8%)

Education in Starkville

School Enrollment in Starkville

The most common levels of schooling among the 9,950 students in Starkville are college / undergraduate (4,898 | 49.2%), middle school (1,216 | 12.2%), and graduate / professional (1,132 | 11.4%).
School Enrollment in Starkville
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3703.7%
Kindergarten4364.4%
Elementary School9369.4%
Middle School1,21612.2%
High School9629.7%
College / Undergraduate4,89849.2%
Graduate / Professional1,13211.4%
Total9,950100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Starkville

Out of a total of 9,950 students who are enrolled in schools in Starkville, 1,065 (10.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,885 (89.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 127 (38.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,872 (99.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Starkville
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds206 (61.9%)127 (38.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,059 (80.5%)257 (19.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,122 (75.9%)356 (24.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds476 (78.8%)128 (21.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,065 (95.3%)53 (4.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3,872 (99.0%)38 (1.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds944 (97.5%)24 (2.5%)
35 Years and over146 (65.5%)77 (34.5%)
Total8,885 (89.3%)1,065 (10.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Starkville

Business (1,473 | 21.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (805 | 11.9%), education (725 | 10.7%), arts & humanities (585 | 8.7%), and engineering (545 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 6,753 individuals in Starkville who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Starkville
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2874.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural80511.9%
Physical & Health Sciences1792.6%
Psychology3334.9%
Social Sciences3855.7%
Engineering5458.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies1231.8%
Science & Technology3555.3%
Business1,47321.8%
Education72510.7%
Literature & Languages2413.6%
Liberal Arts & History2083.1%
Visual & Performing Arts3365.0%
Communications1732.6%
Arts & Humanities5858.7%
Total6,753100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Starkville

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Starkville

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Starkville are males with 2 vehicles (3,227, accounting for 50.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,836, making up 71.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Starkville
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle103 (1.6%)70 (1.5%)
1 Vehicle1,143 (18.0%)1,384 (30.7%)
2 Vehicles3,227 (50.9%)1,836 (40.8%)
3 Vehicles1,199 (18.9%)749 (16.6%)
4 Vehicles594 (9.4%)377 (8.4%)
5 or more Vehicles76 (1.2%)86 (1.9%)
Total6,342 (100.0%)4,502 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Starkville

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Starkville are 10 to 14 minutes (2,921 commuters, 28.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (2,333 commuters, 22.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,863 commuters, 18.1%).
Commute Time in Starkville
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2652.6%
5 to 9 Minutes2,33322.7%
10 to 14 Minutes2,92128.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1,86318.1%
20 to 24 Minutes6115.9%
25 to 29 Minutes3743.6%
30 to 34 Minutes7707.5%
35 to 39 Minutes1451.4%
40 to 44 Minutes1191.2%
45 to 59 Minutes2662.6%
60 to 89 Minutes3903.8%
90 or more Minutes2082.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Starkville

The most common commute times in Starkville are 10 to 14 minutes (1,538 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,383 commuters, 32.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Starkville
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes121 (2.0%)144 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,355 (22.6%)978 (22.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,538 (25.6%)1,383 (32.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,106 (18.4%)757 (17.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes454 (7.6%)157 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes133 (2.2%)241 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes473 (7.9%)297 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes110 (1.8%)35 (0.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes61 (1.0%)58 (1.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes164 (2.7%)102 (2.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes293 (4.9%)97 (2.3%)
90 or more Minutes193 (3.2%)15 (0.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Starkville

The most frequent times of departure to work in Starkville are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,297, 21.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (946, 22.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Starkville
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM280 (4.7%)140 (3.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM108 (1.8%)20 (0.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM69 (1.1%)124 (2.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM149 (2.5%)372 (8.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM546 (9.1%)366 (8.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM580 (9.7%)502 (11.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,297 (21.6%)946 (22.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM849 (14.1%)464 (10.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM221 (3.7%)265 (6.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM691 (11.5%)220 (5.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM104 (1.7%)165 (3.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM116 (1.9%)8 (0.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM506 (8.4%)351 (8.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM485 (8.1%)321 (7.5%)
Total6,001 (100.0%)4,264 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Starkville

Occupancy by Ownership in Starkville

Of the total 10,875 dwellings in Starkville, owner-occupied units account for 4,105 (37.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,770 (62.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Starkville
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4,10537.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6,77062.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units10,875100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Starkville

Occupancy by Household Size in Starkville
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,55732.7%
2-Person Household4,48541.2%
3-Person Household1,49213.7%
4+ Person Household1,34112.3%
Total Housing Units10,875100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Starkville

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Starkville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,018 (28.6%)2,539 (71.4%)
2-Person Household1,686 (37.6%)2,799 (62.4%)
3-Person Household517 (34.6%)975 (65.3%)
4+ Person Household884 (65.9%)457 (34.1%)
Total Housing Units4,105 (37.8%)6,770 (62.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Starkville

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Starkville
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School191 (35.2%)352 (64.8%)
High School Diploma704 (30.7%)1,588 (69.3%)
College/Associate Degree732 (20.3%)2,878 (79.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,478 (55.9%)1,952 (44.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Starkville

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Starkville
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5,05146.5%
35 to 44 Years1,81216.7%
45 to 54 Years1,08410.0%
55 to 64 Years1,26711.7%
65 to 74 Years7106.5%
75 to 84 Years6786.2%
85 Years and Over2732.5%
Total10,875100.0%

Housing Finances in Starkville

Median Income by Occupancy in Starkville

Median Income by Occupancy in Starkville
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied4,105 (37.8%)$99,880
Renter-Occupied6,770 (62.3%)$21,008
Average10,875 (100.0%)$36,076

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Starkville

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Starkville
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000199 (4.9%)1,222 (18.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99967 (1.6%)536 (7.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99993 (2.3%)578 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999103 (2.5%)997 (14.7%)
$20,000 to $24,999116 (2.8%)531 (7.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999201 (4.9%)658 (9.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999269 (6.6%)957 (14.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999437 (10.6%)516 (7.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999570 (13.9%)405 (6.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999681 (16.6%)333 (4.9%)
$150,000 or more1,369 (33.4%)37 (0.5%)
Total4,105 (100.0%)6,770 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Starkville

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Starkville
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300104 (2.5%)23 (0.3%)
$300 to $499854 (20.8%)558 (8.2%)
$500 to $799751 (18.3%)2,159 (31.9%)
$800 to $999314 (7.6%)1,622 (24.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499671 (16.4%)1,671 (24.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999597 (14.5%)441 (6.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499362 (8.8%)61 (0.9%)
$2,500 to $2,999145 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more307 (7.5%)41 (0.6%)
Total4,105 (100.0%)6,770 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Starkville

Housing Structures in Starkville

Housing Structures in Starkville
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,09546.9%
Single Unit, Attached3212.9%
2 Unit Apartments1,0549.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,17810.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,15510.6%
10 or more Apartments1,88617.3%
Mobile Home / Other1861.7%
Total10,875100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Starkville

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Starkville
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,860 (75.8%)1,235 (24.2%)
Single Unit, Attached63 (19.6%)258 (80.4%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1,054 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1,178 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments43 (3.7%)1,112 (96.3%)
10 or more Apartments14 (0.7%)1,872 (99.3%)
Mobile Home / Other125 (67.2%)61 (32.8%)
Total4,105 (37.8%)6,770 (62.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Starkville

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Starkville
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room19 (0.5%)44 (0.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms25 (0.6%)2,183 (32.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,234 (30.1%)3,320 (49.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,407 (34.3%)1,005 (14.8%)
8 or more Rooms1,420 (34.6%)218 (3.2%)
Total4,105 (100.0%)6,770 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Starkville

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Starkville
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,620 (63.8%)1,153 (17.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas138 (3.4%)277 (4.1%)
Electricity1,347 (32.8%)5,303 (78.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)6 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)31 (0.5%)
Total4,105 (100.0%)6,770 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Starkville

Household Vehicle Usage in Starkville
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle30 (0.7%)482 (7.1%)
1 Vehicle1,156 (28.2%)3,211 (47.4%)
2 Vehicles1,796 (43.8%)2,157 (31.9%)
3 or more Vehicles1,123 (27.4%)920 (13.6%)
Total4,105 (100.0%)6,770 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Starkville

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Starkville

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,7712,334
Median Property Value$224,200$253,500
Median Household Income$81,051$882
Monthly Housing Costs$486$307
Real Estate Taxes$2,122$185

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Starkville

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Starkville
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000113 (6.4%)48 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999147 (8.3%)139 (6.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999846 (47.8%)1,261 (54.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999580 (32.8%)480 (20.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99975 (4.2%)373 (16.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)13 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more10 (0.6%)20 (0.9%)
Total1,771 (100.0%)2,334 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Starkville

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Starkville
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000130 (7.3%)9 (0.4%)
$10,000 to $24,999208 (11.7%)136 (5.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999129 (7.3%)104 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999204 (11.5%)72 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999146 (8.2%)65 (2.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999238 (13.4%)291 (12.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999229 (12.9%)332 (14.2%)
$150,000 or more487 (27.5%)452 (19.4%)
Total1,771 (100.0%)2,334 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Starkville

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Starkville
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x630 (35.6%)117,069 (5,015.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x383 (21.6%)962 (41.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x169 (9.5%)480 (20.6%)
4.0x or more528 (29.8%)284 (12.2%)
Total1,771 (100.0%)2,334 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Starkville

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Starkville
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800183 (10.3%)65 (2.8%)
$800 to $1,499411 (23.2%)185 (7.9%)
$800 to $1,499866 (48.9%)414 (17.7%)
Total1,771 (100.0%)2,334 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Starkville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Starkville

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Starkville
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,184 (98.2%)22 (1.8%)
6 to 18 Years3,561 (96.7%)123 (3.3%)
19 to 25 Years5,792 (85.8%)958 (14.2%)
26 to 34 Years2,250 (77.1%)669 (22.9%)
35 to 44 Years2,568 (86.7%)395 (13.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,753 (97.1%)53 (2.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,608 (89.1%)196 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,283 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,359 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21,358 (89.8%)2,416 (10.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Starkville

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Starkville
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,184 (98.2%)22 (1.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,561 (96.7%)123 (3.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen5,792 (85.8%)958 (14.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Starkville

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Starkville
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0006,030 (82.2%)1,305 (17.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,718 (87.7%)523 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,137 (86.2%)342 (13.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,986 (97.4%)53 (2.6%)
$100,000 and over6,771 (97.5%)172 (2.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Starkville

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Starkville
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6442 (36.6%)839 (69.6%)
6 to 18 Years1,547 (42.0%)2,161 (58.7%)
19 to 25 Years219 (3.2%)5,611 (83.1%)
25 to 34 Years84 (2.9%)2,194 (75.2%)
35 to 44 Years587 (19.8%)2,105 (71.0%)
45 to 54 Years428 (23.7%)1,343 (74.4%)
55 to 64 Years371 (20.6%)1,330 (73.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,213 (94.5%)782 (61.0%)
75 Years and over1,318 (97.0%)932 (68.6%)
Total6,209 (26.1%)17,297 (72.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Starkville

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Starkville
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.0%)
5 to 17 Years174 (9.0%)95 (6.1%)
18 to 34 Years278 (4.7%)157 (3.7%)
35 to 64 Years307 (10.2%)554 (15.6%)
65 to 74 Years88 (18.2%)229 (28.6%)
75 Years and over209 (46.8%)387 (42.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Starkville

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Starkville: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years31 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years15 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (0.5%)48 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years51 (10.6%)26 (3.3%)
75 Years and over87 (19.5%)147 (16.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Starkville: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)15 (4.0%)
5 to 17 Years32 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years195 (3.3%)18 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years59 (1.9%)43 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years27 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over24 (5.4%)30 (3.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Starkville: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years168 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years234 (4.0%)60 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years119 (3.9%)331 (9.3%)
65 to 74 Years9 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over48 (10.7%)124 (13.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Starkville: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years70 (3.6%)18 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years15 (0.3%)103 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years208 (6.9%)458 (12.9%)
65 to 74 Years38 (7.9%)203 (25.4%)
75 Years and over129 (28.9%)294 (32.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Starkville: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years84 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years15 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years47 (1.6%)132 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
75 Years and over33 (7.4%)27 (3.0%)

Technology Access in Starkville

Computing Device Access in Starkville

Computing Device Access in Starkville
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8,72880.3%
Smartphone10,14793.3%
Tablet6,17456.8%
No Computing Device5044.6%
Total10,875100.0%

Internet Access in Starkville

Internet Access in Starkville
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet360.3%
Broadband Home7,51369.1%
Cellular Data Only1,33112.2%
Satellite Internet7126.6%
No Internet1,75616.2%
Total10,875100.0%

Starkville Summary

Starkville, Mississippi is a city located in Oktibbeha County in the northeastern part of the state. It is the county seat and the largest city in the county. The city is home to Mississippi State University, the state’s flagship university. Starkville is located approximately 100 miles northeast of Jackson, the state capital.

History

Starkville was founded in 1835 and named after Revolutionary War hero General John Stark. The city was originally a trading post and was known as Boardtown. In 1839, the city was renamed Starkville in honor of General Stark. The city was incorporated in 1853 and was the first city in the state to have a mayor and aldermen.
During the Civil War, Starkville was the site of a major battle between Union and Confederate forces. The Battle of Oktibbeha County was fought in 1862 and resulted in a Confederate victory.
In the late 19th century, Starkville became an important railroad hub. The city was home to several cotton mills and other industries. The city’s economy was largely based on agriculture and the railroad.
In the early 20th century, Starkville was home to several colleges and universities, including Mississippi State University. The university was founded in 1878 and is the state’s flagship university.

Geography

Starkville is located in the northeastern part of the state, in Oktibbeha County. The city is situated on the banks of the Tombigbee River. The city is located approximately 100 miles northeast of Jackson, the state capital.
The city has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 16.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located in the Black Belt region of the state, which is known for its rich, fertile soil.

Economy

Starkville’s economy is largely based on agriculture and education. The city is home to Mississippi State University, the state’s flagship university. The university is a major employer in the city and provides jobs for thousands of people.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a paper mill, and a printing company. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Starkville had a population of 23,888. The racial makeup of the city was 68.2% White, 28.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% 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 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,912, and the median income for a family was $41,945. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 24.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Starkville?
Total Population of Starkville is 24,274.
What is the Total Male Population of Starkville?
Total Male Population of Starkville is 12,648.
What is the Total Female Population of Starkville?
Total Female Population of Starkville is 11,626.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Starkville?
There are 108.79 Males per 100 Females in Starkville.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Starkville?
There are 91.92 Females per 100 Males in Starkville.
What is the Median Population Age in Starkville?
Median Population Age in Starkville is 27.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Starkville
Average Family Size in Starkville is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Starkville
Average Household Size in Starkville is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Starkville?
Per Capita income in Starkville is $31,354.
What is the Median Family Income in Starkville?
Median Family Income in Starkville is $76,807.
What is the Median Household income in Starkville?
Median Household Income in Starkville is $36,076.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Starkville?
Income or Wage Gap in Starkville is 20.8%.
Women in Starkville earn 79.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Starkville?
Family Income Deficit in Starkville is $11,564.
Families that are below poverty line in Starkville earn $11,564 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Starkville?
Inequality or Gini Index in Starkville is 0.59.
How Large is the Labor Force in Starkville?
There are 12,510 People in the Labor Forcein in Starkville.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Starkville?
61.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Starkville.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Starkville?
Unemployment Rate in Starkville is 7.9%.