Elizabethtown, NC

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Elizabethtown Overview

3,304
TOTAL POPULATION
1,590
MALE POPULATION
1,714
FEMALE POPULATION
92.77
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.80
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$19,372
PER CAPITA INCOME
$35,407
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$24,081
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
49.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
50.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,161
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
41.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Elizabethtown Zip Codes

Elizabethtown Area Codes

Race in Elizabethtown

The most populous races in Elizabethtown are White / Caucasian (1,661 | 50.3%), Black / African American (1,389 | 42.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (154 | 4.7%).
Race in Elizabethtown
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1,38942.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1544.7%
Native / Alaskan1023.1%
White / Caucasian1,66150.3%
Two or more Races120.4%
Some other Race1404.2%
Total3,304100.0%

Ancestry in Elizabethtown

The most populous ancestries reported in Elizabethtown are American (877 | 26.5%), English (162 | 4.9%), Mexican (154 | 4.7%), German (114 | 3.5%), and Irish (87 | 2.6%), together accounting for 42.2% of all Elizabethtown residents.
Ancestry in Elizabethtown
Ancestry# Population% Population
American87726.5%
Canadian290.9%
English1624.9%
European621.9%
French150.4%
German1143.5%
Irish872.6%
Lumbee391.2%
Mexican1544.7%
Scandinavian341.0%
Scotch-Irish321.0%
Scottish90.3%
Swedish210.6%
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Immigrants in Elizabethtown

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elizabethtown came from Central America (8 | 0.2%), Latin America (8 | 0.2%), and Mexico (8 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.7% of all Elizabethtown residents.
Immigrants in Elizabethtown
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America80.2%
Latin America80.2%
Mexico80.2%
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Sex and Age in Elizabethtown

Sex and Age in Elizabethtown

The most populous age groups in Elizabethtown are 20 to 24 Years (240 | 15.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (190 | 11.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years187 (11.8%)26 (1.5%)
5 to 9 Years40 (2.5%)109 (6.4%)
10 to 14 Years26 (1.6%)39 (2.3%)
15 to 19 Years131 (8.2%)61 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Years240 (15.1%)39 (2.3%)
25 to 29 Years221 (13.9%)177 (10.3%)
30 to 34 Years54 (3.4%)128 (7.5%)
35 to 39 Years45 (2.8%)3 (0.2%)
40 to 44 Years7 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years106 (6.7%)131 (7.6%)
50 to 54 Years96 (6.0%)85 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years19 (1.2%)190 (11.1%)
60 to 64 Years60 (3.8%)153 (8.9%)
65 to 69 Years161 (10.1%)158 (9.2%)
70 to 74 Years139 (8.7%)188 (11.0%)
75 to 79 Years36 (2.3%)95 (5.5%)
80 to 84 Years9 (0.6%)67 (3.9%)
85 Years and over13 (0.8%)65 (3.8%)
Total1,590 (100.0%)1,714 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Elizabethtown

Median Family Size in Elizabethtown

Median Family Size in Elizabethtown
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple354 (48.9%)2.86
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother370 (51.1%)2.62
Total Families724 (100.0%)2.74

Median Household Size in Elizabethtown

Median Household Size in Elizabethtown
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple354 (22.2%)2.86
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother370 (23.2%)2.82
Non-family870 (54.6%)1.16
Total Households1,594 (100.0%)1.92

Household Size by Marriage Status in Elizabethtown

Out of a total of 1,594 households in Elizabethtown, 724 (45.4%) are family households, while 870 (54.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 374, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 814.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elizabethtown
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-814 (51.1%)
2-Person Households374 (23.5%)56 (3.5%)
3-Person Households185 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households165 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total724 (45.4%)870 (54.6%)

Female Fertility in Elizabethtown

Fertility by Age in Elizabethtown

Average fertility rate in Elizabethtown is 85.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 137.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years47 (100.0%)137.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total47 (100.0%)85.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elizabethtown

14.9% of women with births (47) in Elizabethtown are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 85.1% 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 85.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elizabethtown
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years7 (14.9%)40 (85.1%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (14.9%)40 (85.1%)

Fertility by Education in Elizabethtown

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Elizabethtown
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma32 (68.1%)209.0
College or Associate's Degree7 (14.9%)34.0
Bachelor's Degree8 (17.0%)52.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total47 (100.0%)85.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elizabethtown

85.1% of women with births in Elizabethtown are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% 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.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elizabethtown
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (14.9%)40 (85.1%)

Income in Elizabethtown

Income Overview in Elizabethtown

Per Capita Income in Elizabethtown is $19,372, while median incomes of families and households are $35,407 and $24,081 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,304$19,372
Median Family Income724$35,407
Mean Family Income724$52,657
Median Household Income1,594$24,081
Mean Household Income1,594$37,686
Income Deficit724$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,30449.20%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,30450.80¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,3040.53

Earnings by Sex in Elizabethtown

Average Earnings in Elizabethtown are $17,007, $16,017 for men and $31,532 for women, a difference of 49.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Elizabethtown
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male821 (62.4%)$16,017
Female495 (37.6%)$31,532
Total1,316 (100.0%)$17,007

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elizabethtown

The most common earnings brackets in Elizabethtown are $15,000 to $17,499 for men (166 | 20.2%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (113 | 22.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elizabethtown
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less113 (13.8%)18 (3.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99973 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)38 (7.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49961 (7.4%)14 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99996 (11.7%)21 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $17,499166 (20.2%)113 (22.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99925 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49961 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99987 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)113 (22.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)91 (18.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)23 (4.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9992 (0.2%)40 (8.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99911 (1.3%)21 (4.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99914 (1.7%)3 (0.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99946 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+49 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total821 (100.0%)495 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elizabethtown

Average earnings in Elizabethtown are $21,045 for men and $31,655 for women, a difference of 33.5%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $23,865, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,865. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $39,948, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,495.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elizabethtown
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$23,865$0
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$21,045$31,655

Family Income in Elizabethtown

Family Income Brackets in Elizabethtown

According to the Elizabethtown family income data, there are 158 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.8% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 21 families (2.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Elizabethtown
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00012317.0%
$10,000 to $14,999476.5%
$15,000 to $24,99911916.4%
$25,000 to $34,999669.1%
$35,000 to $49,99915821.8%
$50,000 to $74,999689.4%
$75,000 to $99,999506.9%
$100,000 to $149,999446.1%
$150,000 to $199,999212.9%
$200,000+283.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elizabethtown

2-person families (445 | 61.5%) account for the highest median family income in Elizabethtown with $35,843 per family, while 2-person families (445 | 61.5%) have the highest median income of $17,922 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elizabethtown
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families445 (61.5%)$35,843
3-Person Families114 (15.8%)$0
4-Person Families165 (22.8%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total724 (100.0%)$35,407

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elizabethtown

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elizabethtown
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners272 (37.6%)$0
1 Earner286 (39.5%)$0
2 Earners145 (20.0%)$51,750
3+ Earners21 (2.9%)$0
Total724 (100.0%)$35,407

Household Income in Elizabethtown

Household Income Brackets in Elizabethtown

With 304 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Elizabethtown, accounting for 19.1% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (1.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Elizabethtown
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00030419.1%
$10,000 to $14,99924115.1%
$15,000 to $24,99927717.4%
$25,000 to $34,99919812.4%
$35,000 to $49,99928918.1%
$50,000 to $74,999835.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991127.0%
$100,000 to $149,999452.8%
$150,000 to $199,999211.3%
$200,000+291.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Elizabethtown

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $24,081, with the highest median household income of $30,563 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 686 households (43.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 39 households (2.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Elizabethtown
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years39 (2.5%)$0
25 to 44 Years303 (19.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years686 (43.0%)$30,563
65+ Years566 (35.5%)$0
Total1,594 (100.0%)$24,081

Poverty in Elizabethtown

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elizabethtown

With 31.9% poverty level for males and 51.5% for females among the residents of Elizabethtown, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 26 males (100.0%) and 109 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years162 (86.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)109 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years55 (84.6%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years39 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)54 (88.5%)
25 to 34 Years111 (43.7%)184 (60.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years53 (27.5%)73 (34.4%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)159 (47.7%)
65 to 74 Years22 (7.6%)104 (33.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)99 (61.9%)
Total468 (31.9%)821 (51.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elizabethtown

According to the poverty statistics in Elizabethtown, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (13.4%)26 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
15 Years10 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years259 (100.0%)7 (11.5%)
25 to 34 Years143 (56.3%)121 (39.7%)
35 to 44 Years36 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years140 (72.5%)139 (65.6%)
55 to 64 Years58 (100.0%)174 (52.2%)
65 to 74 Years266 (92.4%)204 (66.2%)
75 Years and over24 (100.0%)61 (38.1%)
Total1,001 (68.1%)774 (48.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elizabethtown

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elizabethtown show that 12.1% or 43 of the total 354 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 20.2%, comprising of 27 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.3%, which includes 16 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elizabethtown
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children204 (92.7%)16 (7.3%)
1 or 2 Children107 (79.8%)27 (20.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total311 (87.8%)43 (12.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elizabethtown

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elizabethtown
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)55 (47.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)138 (69.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)246 (66.5%)

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

The poverty data for Elizabethtown shows that 43 of the married-couple family households (12.1%) and 246 of the single-parent households (66.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (20.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elizabethtown
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children16 (7.3%)55 (47.0%)
1 or 2 Children27 (20.2%)138 (69.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (12.1%)246 (66.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Elizabethtown

Employment by Class of Employer in Elizabethtown

Among the 1,021 employed individuals in Elizabethtown, private company employees (690 | 67.6%), state government employees (195 | 19.1%), and local government employees (102 | 10.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Elizabethtown
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees69067.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations343.3%
Local Government Employees10210.0%
State Government Employees19519.1%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,021100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Elizabethtown

Employment Status by Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years66 (52.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years190 (68.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years209 (52.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years128 (70.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years262 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years138 (66.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years39 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years124 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,161 (41.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elizabethtown

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elizabethtown
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School87 (35.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma186 (42.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree337 (71.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher171 (53.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total780 (52.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Elizabethtown

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elizabethtown are Management (82 | 7.1%), Community & Social Service (67 | 5.8%), Education Instruction & Library (64 | 5.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (25 | 2.1%), and Health Technologists (25 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Elizabethtown

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elizabethtown, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Management (72.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Elizabethtown
OccupationMaleFemale
Management59 (72.0%)23 (28.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 14 (20.9%)53 (79.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library14 (21.9%)50 (78.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)98 (51.8%)91 (48.1%)
Total (Overall)708 (61.0%)453 (39.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Elizabethtown are Food Preparation & Serving (332 | 28.6%), and Healthcare Support (71 | 6.1%).
Services Occupations in Elizabethtown

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Elizabethtown
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)71 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving240 (72.3%)92 (27.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)240 (59.6%)163 (40.5%)
Total (Overall)708 (61.0%)453 (39.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elizabethtown are Office & Administration (161 | 13.9%), and Sales & Related (50 | 4.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Elizabethtown

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Elizabethtown
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)161 (100.0%)
Total (Category)50 (23.7%)161 (76.3%)
Total (Overall)708 (61.0%)453 (39.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elizabethtown are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (116 | 10.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (46 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Elizabethtown

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Elizabethtown
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)708 (61.0%)453 (39.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elizabethtown are Production (84 | 7.2%), Transportation (73 | 6.3%), and Material Moving (39 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Elizabethtown

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Elizabethtown
OccupationMaleFemale
Production46 (54.8%)38 (45.2%)
Transportation73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)158 (80.6%)38 (19.4%)
Total (Overall)708 (61.0%)453 (39.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Elizabethtown

Employment Industries in Elizabethtown

The major employment industries in Elizabethtown include Accommodation & Food Services (332 | 28.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (200 | 17.2%), Public Administration (175 | 15.1%), Retail Trade (114 | 9.8%), and Educational Services (75 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries in Elizabethtown

Employment Industries by Sex in Elizabethtown

The Elizabethtown industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (87.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elizabethtown
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services25 (33.3%)50 (66.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance25 (12.5%)175 (87.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services240 (72.3%)92 (27.7%)
Public Administration68 (38.9%)107 (61.1%)
Total708 (61.0%)453 (39.0%)

Education in Elizabethtown

School Enrollment in Elizabethtown

The most common levels of schooling among the 601 students in Elizabethtown are college / undergraduate (183 | 30.4%), high school (170 | 28.3%), and elementary school (149 | 24.8%).
School Enrollment in Elizabethtown
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool30.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School14924.8%
Middle School6510.8%
High School17028.3%
College / Undergraduate18330.4%
Graduate / Professional315.2%
Total601100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elizabethtown

Out of a total of 601 students who are enrolled in schools in Elizabethtown, 61 (10.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 540 (89.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 38 (58.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elizabethtown
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds27 (41.5%)38 (58.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over26 (53.1%)23 (46.9%)
Total540 (89.9%)61 (10.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elizabethtown

Arts & humanities (107 | 21.6%), education (105 | 21.2%), science & technology (81 | 16.4%), business (78 | 15.8%), and bio, nature & agricultural (54 | 10.9%) are the most common fields of study among 495 individuals in Elizabethtown who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elizabethtown
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5410.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences255.1%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies234.6%
Science & Technology8116.4%
Business7815.8%
Education10521.2%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History224.4%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities10721.6%
Total495100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Elizabethtown

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elizabethtown

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elizabethtown are males with 1 vehicle (250, accounting for 44.0%) and females with 1 vehicle (269, making up 55.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elizabethtown
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)49 (10.8%)
1 Vehicle250 (44.0%)269 (59.4%)
2 Vehicles122 (21.5%)99 (21.8%)
3 Vehicles86 (15.1%)21 (4.6%)
4 Vehicles38 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles72 (12.7%)15 (3.3%)
Total568 (100.0%)453 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Elizabethtown

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elizabethtown are 5 to 9 minutes (261 commuters, 25.6%), 45 to 59 minutes (189 commuters, 18.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (174 commuters, 17.0%).
Commute Time in Elizabethtown
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes11411.2%
5 to 9 Minutes26125.6%
10 to 14 Minutes17417.0%
15 to 19 Minutes16616.3%
20 to 24 Minutes484.7%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes696.8%
45 to 59 Minutes18918.5%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Elizabethtown

The most common commute times in Elizabethtown are 15 to 19 minutes (166 commuters, 29.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (168 commuters, 37.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Elizabethtown
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes93 (16.4%)21 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes93 (16.4%)168 (37.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes50 (8.8%)124 (27.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes166 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes48 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)69 (15.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes118 (20.8%)71 (15.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elizabethtown

The most frequent times of departure to work in Elizabethtown are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (132, 23.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (231, 51.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elizabethtown
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (4.8%)6 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM75 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM75 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM116 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM89 (15.7%)96 (21.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (2.1%)231 (51.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM42 (7.4%)41 (9.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)23 (5.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)39 (8.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)17 (3.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM132 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total568 (100.0%)453 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Elizabethtown

Occupancy by Ownership in Elizabethtown

Of the total 1,594 dwellings in Elizabethtown, owner-occupied units account for 872 (54.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 722 (45.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Elizabethtown
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units87254.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units72245.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,594100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Elizabethtown

Occupancy by Household Size in Elizabethtown
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household81451.1%
2-Person Household43027.0%
3-Person Household18511.6%
4+ Person Household16510.3%
Total Housing Units1,594100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elizabethtown

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elizabethtown
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household379 (46.6%)435 (53.4%)
2-Person Household320 (74.4%)110 (25.6%)
3-Person Household63 (34.1%)122 (65.9%)
4+ Person Household110 (66.7%)55 (33.3%)
Total Housing Units872 (54.7%)722 (45.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elizabethtown

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elizabethtown
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School80 (37.2%)135 (62.8%)
High School Diploma182 (37.8%)299 (62.2%)
College/Associate Degree330 (61.5%)207 (38.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher280 (77.6%)81 (22.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elizabethtown

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elizabethtown
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years34021.3%
35 to 44 Years20.1%
45 to 54 Years31419.7%
55 to 64 Years37223.3%
65 to 74 Years40625.5%
75 to 84 Years1157.2%
85 Years and Over452.8%
Total1,594100.0%

Housing Finances in Elizabethtown

Median Income by Occupancy in Elizabethtown

Median Income by Occupancy in Elizabethtown
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied872 (54.7%)$31,984
Renter-Occupied722 (45.3%)$16,604
Average1,594 (100.0%)$24,081

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elizabethtown

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elizabethtown
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00040 (4.6%)119 (16.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99955 (6.3%)91 (12.6%)
$10,000 to $14,999123 (14.1%)117 (16.2%)
$15,000 to $19,999100 (11.5%)53 (7.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)124 (17.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999144 (16.5%)53 (7.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999147 (16.9%)141 (19.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99961 (7.0%)22 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999111 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99942 (4.8%)2 (0.3%)
$150,000 or more49 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total872 (100.0%)722 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elizabethtown

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elizabethtown
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30071 (8.1%)113 (15.7%)
$300 to $499186 (21.3%)127 (17.6%)
$500 to $799184 (21.1%)123 (17.0%)
$800 to $99989 (10.2%)61 (8.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499220 (25.2%)166 (23.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999122 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total872 (100.0%)722 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Elizabethtown

Housing Structures in Elizabethtown

Housing Structures in Elizabethtown
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,31582.5%
Single Unit, Attached241.5%
2 Unit Apartments191.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments664.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments875.5%
10 or more Apartments644.0%
Mobile Home / Other191.2%
Total1,594100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elizabethtown

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elizabethtown
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached853 (64.9%)462 (35.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total872 (54.7%)722 (45.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elizabethtown

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elizabethtown
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)93 (12.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms278 (31.9%)426 (59.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms392 (45.0%)132 (18.3%)
8 or more Rooms202 (23.2%)71 (9.8%)
Total872 (100.0%)722 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elizabethtown

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elizabethtown
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas21 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas296 (33.9%)180 (24.9%)
Electricity555 (63.6%)508 (70.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)15 (2.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)19 (2.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total872 (100.0%)722 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Elizabethtown

Household Vehicle Usage in Elizabethtown
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle38 (4.4%)212 (29.4%)
1 Vehicle321 (36.8%)285 (39.5%)
2 Vehicles331 (38.0%)216 (29.9%)
3 or more Vehicles182 (20.9%)9 (1.3%)
Total872 (100.0%)722 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Elizabethtown

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elizabethtown

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units484388
Median Property Value$151,300$158,000
Median Household Income$30,211$21
Monthly Housing Costs$466$0
Real Estate Taxes$961$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elizabethtown

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elizabethtown
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000116 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99971 (14.7%)93 (24.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999269 (55.6%)274 (70.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99928 (5.8%)21 (5.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total484 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elizabethtown

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elizabethtown
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00040 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999178 (36.8%)55 (14.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99989 (18.4%)45 (11.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99929 (6.0%)55 (14.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99947 (9.7%)118 (30.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99973 (15.1%)14 (3.6%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)38 (9.8%)
$150,000 or more28 (5.8%)42 (10.8%)
Total484 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elizabethtown

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elizabethtown
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x171 (35.3%)38,854 (10,013.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)112 (28.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x33 (6.8%)54 (13.9%)
4.0x or more280 (57.9%)49 (12.6%)
Total484 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elizabethtown

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elizabethtown
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800163 (33.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499195 (40.3%)148 (38.1%)
$800 to $1,499126 (26.0%)123 (31.7%)
Total484 (100.0%)388 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Elizabethtown

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elizabethtown

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years205 (96.2%)8 (3.8%)
6 to 18 Years384 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years131 (41.2%)187 (58.8%)
26 to 34 Years460 (86.1%)74 (13.9%)
35 to 44 Years5 (12.8%)34 (87.2%)
45 to 54 Years405 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years377 (96.4%)14 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years596 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,747 (89.6%)317 (10.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elizabethtown

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elizabethtown
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born205 (96.2%)8 (3.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen384 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen131 (41.2%)187 (58.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elizabethtown

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elizabethtown
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,318 (89.0%)162 (11.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999731 (88.1%)99 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999226 (82.5%)48 (17.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999210 (96.3%)8 (3.7%)
$100,000 and over262 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elizabethtown

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6159 (74.7%)46 (21.6%)
6 to 18 Years297 (77.3%)87 (22.7%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)131 (41.2%)
25 to 34 Years312 (58.4%)232 (43.4%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)5 (12.8%)
45 to 54 Years126 (31.1%)306 (75.6%)
55 to 64 Years154 (39.4%)303 (77.5%)
65 to 74 Years596 (100.0%)341 (57.2%)
75 Years and over184 (100.0%)144 (78.3%)
Total1,828 (59.7%)1,595 (52.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elizabethtown

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elizabethtown
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years42 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years47 (16.4%)92 (16.8%)
65 to 74 Years52 (18.1%)101 (32.8%)
75 Years and over24 (100.0%)144 (90.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elizabethtown

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Elizabethtown: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years23 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (14.9%)70 (22.7%)
75 Years and over24 (100.0%)21 (13.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Elizabethtown: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (3.1%)55 (17.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Elizabethtown: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)26 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years24 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Elizabethtown: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years42 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (6.6%)79 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years24 (8.3%)31 (10.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)123 (76.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Elizabethtown: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years42 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)24 (15.0%)

Technology Access in Elizabethtown

Computing Device Access in Elizabethtown

Computing Device Access in Elizabethtown
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop98161.5%
Smartphone1,28880.8%
Tablet82551.8%
No Computing Device976.1%
Total1,594100.0%

Internet Access in Elizabethtown

Internet Access in Elizabethtown
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home98962.1%
Cellular Data Only23414.7%
Satellite Internet1298.1%
No Internet23714.9%
Total1,594100.0%

Elizabethtown Summary

Elizabethtown is a small town located in Bladen County, North Carolina. It is situated on the banks of the Cape Fear River, approximately 40 miles south of Wilmington. The town was founded in 1773 and is the oldest town in Bladen County. It is also the county seat. The population of Elizabethtown was 2,717 at the 2010 census.

Geography

Elizabethtown is located at 34°35'25" North, 78°37'45" West (34.590278, -78.629167). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2), all of it land.
The town is located in the southeastern corner of Bladen County, near the border with Columbus County. It is situated on the banks of the Cape Fear River, approximately 40 miles south of Wilmington. The town is surrounded by a number of small towns and villages, including White Oak, Bladenboro, and Dublin.

History

Elizabethtown was founded in 1773 by a group of settlers from Scotland and Ireland. The town was named after Elizabeth, the wife of one of the settlers. The town was originally located on the east side of the Cape Fear River, but was moved to its current location in 1790.
The town was an important trading center during the early 19th century, and was the site of a major battle during the American Civil War. The town was occupied by Union forces in 1865, and was the site of a major Confederate surrender.

Economy

Elizabethtown is a small town with a limited economy. The town is home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a textile mill.
The town is also home to a number of agricultural operations, including poultry farms, hog farms, and vegetable farms. The town is also home to a number of timber operations.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 2,717 people, 1,093 households, and 717 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,220.7 people per square mile (471.2/km2). There were 1,223 housing units at an average density of 545.2 per square mile (210.9/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 68.2% White, 28.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.02.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $27,917, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,917. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Elizabethtown?
Total Population of Elizabethtown is 3,304.
What is the Total Male Population of Elizabethtown?
Total Male Population of Elizabethtown is 1,590.
What is the Total Female Population of Elizabethtown?
Total Female Population of Elizabethtown is 1,714.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elizabethtown?
There are 92.77 Males per 100 Females in Elizabethtown.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elizabethtown?
There are 107.80 Females per 100 Males in Elizabethtown.
What is the Median Population Age in Elizabethtown?
Median Population Age in Elizabethtown is 47.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elizabethtown
Average Family Size in Elizabethtown is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elizabethtown
Average Household Size in Elizabethtown is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elizabethtown?
Per Capita income in Elizabethtown is $19,372.
What is the Median Family Income in Elizabethtown?
Median Family Income in Elizabethtown is $35,407.
What is the Median Household income in Elizabethtown?
Median Household Income in Elizabethtown is $24,081.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elizabethtown?
Income or Wage Gap in Elizabethtown is 49.2%.
Women in Elizabethtown earn 50.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elizabethtown?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elizabethtown is 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elizabethtown?
There are 1,161 People in the Labor Forcein in Elizabethtown.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elizabethtown?
41.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Elizabethtown.