Locust, NC

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4,700
TOTAL POPULATION
2,188
MALE POPULATION
2,512
FEMALE POPULATION
87.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
114.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,453
PER CAPITA INCOME
$91,711
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,551
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,150
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Locust Zip Codes

Locust Area Codes

Race in Locust

The most populous races in Locust are White / Caucasian (4,459 | 94.9%), Two or more Races (176 | 3.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (140 | 3.0%).
Race in Locust
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American651.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1403.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian4,45994.9%
Two or more Races1763.7%
Some other Race00.0%
Total4,700100.0%

Ancestry in Locust

The most populous ancestries reported in Locust are English (829 | 17.6%), German (789 | 16.8%), Irish (547 | 11.6%), American (451 | 9.6%), and Scotch-Irish (300 | 6.4%), together accounting for 62.0% of all Locust residents.
Ancestry in Locust
Ancestry# Population% Population
American4519.6%
Argentinean240.5%
British681.5%
Cherokee601.3%
Dutch581.2%
Eastern European290.6%
English82917.6%
European1493.2%
French671.4%
German78916.8%
Greek210.4%
Hungarian330.7%
Irish54711.6%
Italian1874.0%
Polish360.8%
Portuguese210.4%
Puerto Rican952.0%
Russian240.5%
Scotch-Irish3006.4%
Scottish751.6%
South American240.5%
Swedish200.4%
Swiss160.3%
Ukrainian210.4%
Welsh310.7%
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Immigrants in Locust

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Locust came from Argentina (24 | 0.5%), Latin America (24 | 0.5%), and South America (24 | 0.5%), together accounting for 1.5% of all Locust residents.
Immigrants in Locust
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Argentina240.5%
Latin America240.5%
South America240.5%
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Sex and Age in Locust

Sex and Age in Locust

The most populous age groups in Locust are 60 to 64 Years (309 | 14.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (328 | 13.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Locust
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years152 (7.0%)181 (7.2%)
5 to 9 Years70 (3.2%)132 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Years130 (5.9%)130 (5.2%)
15 to 19 Years217 (9.9%)150 (6.0%)
20 to 24 Years74 (3.4%)196 (7.8%)
25 to 29 Years93 (4.3%)124 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Years266 (12.2%)180 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years124 (5.7%)107 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Years83 (3.8%)20 (0.8%)
45 to 49 Years154 (7.0%)119 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years56 (2.6%)64 (2.5%)
55 to 59 Years107 (4.9%)203 (8.1%)
60 to 64 Years309 (14.1%)328 (13.1%)
65 to 69 Years124 (5.7%)120 (4.8%)
70 to 74 Years106 (4.8%)177 (7.0%)
75 to 79 Years84 (3.8%)77 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years39 (1.8%)152 (6.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)52 (2.1%)
Total2,188 (100.0%)2,512 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Locust

Median Family Size in Locust

The median family size in Locust is 3.20 persons per family, with single male/father families (78 | 6.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.55 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (1,012 | 87.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.18 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Locust
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,012 (87.5%)3.18
Single Male/Father78 (6.8%)3.55
Single Female/Mother66 (5.7%)3.18
Total Families1,156 (100.0%)3.20

Median Household Size in Locust

The median household size in Locust is 2.47 persons per household, with single male/father households (78 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.04 persons per household. non-family households (744 | 39.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Locust
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,012 (53.3%)3.18
Single Male/Father78 (4.1%)4.04
Single Female/Mother66 (3.5%)3.74
Non-family744 (39.2%)1.24
Total Households1,900 (100.0%)2.47

Household Size by Marriage Status in Locust

Out of a total of 1,900 households in Locust, 1,156 (60.8%) are family households, while 744 (39.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 530, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 541.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Locust
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-541 (28.5%)
2-Person Households530 (27.9%)203 (10.7%)
3-Person Households322 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households102 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households48 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households137 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households17 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,156 (60.8%)744 (39.2%)

Female Fertility in Locust

Fertility by Age in Locust

Average fertility rate in Locust is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 106.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Locust
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years40 (60.6%)80.0
35 to 50 years26 (39.4%)106.0
Total66 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Locust

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Locust
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Locust

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Locust
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma42 (63.6%)214.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree24 (36.4%)112.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total66 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Locust

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Locust
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Locust

Income Overview in Locust

Per Capita Income in Locust is $31,453, while median incomes of families and households are $91,711 and $52,551 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,700$31,453
Median Family Income1,156$91,711
Mean Family Income1,156$98,871
Median Household Income1,900$52,551
Mean Household Income1,900$74,769
Income Deficit1,156$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,70021.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,70078.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,7000.42

Earnings by Sex in Locust

Average Earnings in Locust are $46,373, $55,463 for men and $43,310 for women, a difference of 21.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Locust
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,175 (53.8%)$55,463
Female1,009 (46.2%)$43,310
Total2,184 (100.0%)$46,373

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Locust

The most common earnings brackets in Locust are $100,000+ for men (219 | 18.6%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (207 | 20.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Locust
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less78 (6.6%)132 (13.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99928 (2.4%)40 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49924 (2.0%)44 (4.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)13 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49920 (1.7%)21 (2.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (0.9%)44 (4.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49929 (2.5%)19 (1.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99972 (6.1%)6 (0.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49926 (2.2%)4 (0.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99923 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99947 (4.0%)29 (2.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99960 (5.1%)22 (2.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99997 (8.3%)102 (10.1%)
$40,000 to $44,9999 (0.8%)65 (6.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99926 (2.2%)122 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99922 (1.9%)15 (1.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999184 (15.7%)207 (20.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99938 (3.2%)82 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999163 (13.9%)30 (3.0%)
$100,000+219 (18.6%)12 (1.2%)
Total1,175 (100.0%)1,009 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Locust

Average earnings in Locust are $57,303 for men and $45,000 for women, a difference of 21.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $94,722, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $39,986. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,917, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $38,214.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Locust
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$55,645$47,821
College or Associate's Degree$39,986$44,297
Bachelor's Degree$94,722$57,750
Graduate Degree--
Total$57,303$45,000

Family Income in Locust

Family Income Brackets in Locust

According to the Locust family income data, there are 407 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 10 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Locust
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000100.9%
$10,000 to $14,999282.4%
$15,000 to $24,999474.1%
$25,000 to $34,999554.8%
$35,000 to $49,99912911.2%
$50,000 to $74,99917715.3%
$75,000 to $99,99916414.2%
$100,000 to $149,99940735.2%
$150,000 to $199,999312.7%
$200,000+1089.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Locust

3-person families (312 | 27.0%) account for the highest median family income in Locust with $111,136 per family, while 3-person families (312 | 27.0%) have the highest median income of $37,045 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Locust
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families550 (47.6%)$70,385
3-Person Families312 (27.0%)$111,136
4-Person Families109 (9.4%)$108,438
5-Person Families31 (2.7%)$83,516
6-Person Families137 (11.8%)$104,135
7+ Person Families17 (1.5%)$0
Total1,156 (100.0%)$91,711

Family Income by Number of Earners in Locust

The median family income in Locust is $91,711, with families comprising 3+ earners (156) having the highest median family income of $143,714, while families with no earners (195) have the lowest median family income of $43,456, accounting for 13.5% and 16.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Locust
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners195 (16.9%)$43,456
1 Earner296 (25.6%)$90,263
2 Earners509 (44.0%)$108,438
3+ Earners156 (13.5%)$143,714
Total1,156 (100.0%)$91,711

Household Income in Locust

Household Income Brackets in Locust

With 418 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Locust, accounting for 22.0% of all households. In contrast, only 11 households (0.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Locust
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001045.5%
$10,000 to $14,999110.6%
$15,000 to $24,99922211.7%
$25,000 to $34,99920010.5%
$35,000 to $49,99933117.4%
$50,000 to $74,99924112.7%
$75,000 to $99,99923412.3%
$100,000 to $149,99941822.0%
$150,000 to $199,999301.6%
$200,000+1085.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Locust

The median household income in Locust is $52,551, with the highest median household income of $90,592 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 471 households (24.8%) 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 74 households (3.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Locust
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years74 (3.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years471 (24.8%)$90,592
45 to 64 Years661 (34.8%)$79,069
65+ Years694 (36.5%)$40,463
Total1,900 (100.0%)$52,551

Poverty in Locust

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Locust

With 5.4% poverty level for males and 16.0% for females among the residents of Locust, 55 to 64 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 64 males (15.4%) and 15 females (31.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Locust
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)37 (20.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)15 (31.2%)
6 to 11 Years7 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)9 (13.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)41 (20.9%)
25 to 34 Years26 (7.2%)43 (14.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (5.2%)29 (15.9%)
55 to 64 Years64 (15.4%)141 (26.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (3.4%)
75 Years and over11 (8.9%)78 (27.8%)
Total119 (5.4%)403 (16.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Locust

According to the poverty statistics in Locust, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 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 Locust
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years152 (100.0%)144 (79.6%)
5 Years28 (100.0%)33 (68.8%)
6 to 11 Years86 (92.5%)147 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years79 (100.0%)58 (86.6%)
15 Years96 (100.0%)90 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years44 (100.0%)60 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years151 (100.0%)155 (79.1%)
25 to 34 Years333 (92.8%)261 (85.9%)
35 to 44 Years207 (100.0%)127 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years199 (94.8%)154 (84.2%)
55 to 64 Years352 (84.6%)390 (73.5%)
65 to 74 Years230 (100.0%)287 (96.6%)
75 Years and over112 (91.1%)203 (72.2%)
Total2,069 (94.6%)2,109 (84.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Locust

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Locust show that 5.0% or 51 of the total 1,012 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.8%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Locust
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children625 (94.0%)40 (6.0%)
1 or 2 Children151 (93.2%)11 (6.8%)
3 or 4 Children173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total961 (95.0%)51 (5.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Locust

According to the poverty data in Locust, 14.1% or 11 single-father households and 34.8% or 23 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (35.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Locust
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children11 (35.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)6 (18.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (14.1%)23 (34.8%)

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

The poverty data for Locust shows that 51 of the married-couple family households (5.0%) and 34 of the single-parent households (23.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (6.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Locust
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children40 (6.0%)11 (22.9%)
1 or 2 Children11 (6.8%)6 (7.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total51 (5.0%)34 (23.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Locust

Employment by Class of Employer in Locust

Among the 2,010 employed individuals in Locust, private company employees (1,402 | 69.8%), local government employees (182 | 9.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (134 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Locust
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,40269.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)713.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1165.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations1346.7%
Local Government Employees1829.0%
State Government Employees954.7%
Federal Government Employees100.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,010100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Locust

According to the labor force statistics for Locust, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,719), 57.8% or 2,150 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 64 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 270 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.5% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Locust
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years96 (53.0%)11 (11.5%)
20 to 24 Years270 (100.0%)27 (10.0%)
25 to 29 Years201 (92.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years351 (78.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years283 (84.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years294 (74.8%)10 (3.4%)
55 to 59 Years280 (90.3%)16 (5.7%)
60 to 64 Years272 (42.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years85 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,150 (57.8%)64 (3.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Locust

According to labor force statistics for Locust, 71.9% of individuals (1,680) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,337) are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 25 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 81.2% or 459 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.2% or 16 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Locust
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School135 (78.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma495 (66.3%)24 (3.2%)
College / Associate Degree592 (69.3%)15 (1.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher459 (81.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,680 (71.9%)35 (1.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Locust

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Locust are Health Diagnosing & Treating (262 | 12.6%), Community & Social Service (212 | 10.2%), Management (210 | 10.1%), Health Technologists (199 | 9.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (161 | 7.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Locust

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Locust, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (94.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Locust
OccupationMaleFemale
Management130 (61.9%)80 (38.1%)
Business & Financial56 (84.9%)10 (15.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 45 (21.2%)167 (78.8%)
Education, Arts & Media36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)158 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating14 (5.3%)248 (94.7%)
Health Technologists14 (7.0%)185 (93.0%)
Total (Category)406 (44.6%)505 (55.4%)
Total (Overall)1,096 (52.6%)989 (47.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Locust are Healthcare Support (134 | 6.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (44 | 2.1%), Security & Protection (43 | 2.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (29 | 1.4%), and Law Enforcement (22 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Locust

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Locust, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (82.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Locust
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)134 (100.0%)
Security & Protection43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance5 (17.2%)24 (82.8%)
Personal Care & Service11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)103 (39.5%)158 (60.5%)
Total (Overall)1,096 (52.6%)989 (47.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Locust are Office & Administration (194 | 9.3%), and Sales & Related (186 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Locust

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Locust
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related42 (22.6%)144 (77.4%)
Office & Administration12 (6.2%)182 (93.8%)
Total (Category)54 (14.2%)326 (85.8%)
Total (Overall)1,096 (52.6%)989 (47.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Locust are Construction & Extraction (131 | 6.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (117 | 5.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Locust

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Locust
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)248 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,096 (52.6%)989 (47.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Locust are Transportation (115 | 5.5%), Production (92 | 4.4%), and Material Moving (78 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Locust

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Locust
OccupationMaleFemale
Production92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)285 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,096 (52.6%)989 (47.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Locust

Employment Industries in Locust

The major employment industries in Locust include Health Care & Social Assistance (392 | 18.8%), Retail Trade (280 | 13.4%), Construction (259 | 12.4%), Educational Services (210 | 10.1%), and Manufacturing (207 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries in Locust

Employment Industries by Sex in Locust

The Locust industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (96.4%), Educational Services (87.1%), and Finance & Insurance (76.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Locust
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction191 (73.8%)68 (26.3%)
Manufacturing188 (90.8%)19 (9.2%)
Wholesale Trade64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade81 (28.9%)199 (71.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance22 (23.7%)71 (76.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific90 (89.1%)11 (10.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support26 (53.1%)23 (46.9%)
Educational Services27 (12.9%)183 (87.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance14 (3.6%)378 (96.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services44 (83.0%)9 (17.0%)
Public Administration44 (78.6%)12 (21.4%)
Total1,096 (52.6%)989 (47.4%)

Education in Locust

School Enrollment in Locust

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,135 students in Locust are high school (496 | 43.7%), elementary school (210 | 18.5%), and college / undergraduate (209 | 18.4%).
School Enrollment in Locust
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool474.1%
Kindergarten504.4%
Elementary School21018.5%
Middle School918.0%
High School49643.7%
College / Undergraduate20918.4%
Graduate / Professional322.8%
Total1,135100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Locust

Out of a total of 1,135 students who are enrolled in schools in Locust, 209 (18.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 926 (81.6%) 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 29 (61.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 64 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Locust
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds18 (38.3%)29 (61.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old105 (59.7%)71 (40.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds169 (75.1%)56 (24.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds281 (96.9%)9 (3.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds111 (89.5%)13 (10.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds96 (87.3%)14 (12.7%)
35 Years and over82 (82.8%)17 (17.2%)
Total926 (81.6%)209 (18.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Locust

Business (202 | 32.3%), education (120 | 19.2%), liberal arts & history (89 | 14.2%), science & technology (73 | 11.7%), and computers & mathematics (36 | 5.8%) are the most common fields of study among 625 individuals in Locust who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Locust
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics365.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural142.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology193.0%
Social Sciences223.5%
Engineering50.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology7311.7%
Business20232.3%
Education12019.2%
Literature & Languages243.8%
Liberal Arts & History8914.2%
Visual & Performing Arts152.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities61.0%
Total625100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Locust

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Locust

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Locust are males with 2 vehicles (466, accounting for 43.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (424, making up 49.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Locust
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle9 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle62 (5.8%)65 (6.9%)
2 Vehicles466 (43.7%)424 (45.0%)
3 Vehicles318 (29.8%)243 (25.8%)
4 Vehicles118 (11.1%)66 (7.0%)
5 or more Vehicles94 (8.8%)145 (15.4%)
Total1,067 (100.0%)943 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Locust

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Locust are 30 to 34 minutes (421 commuters, 22.1%), 45 to 59 minutes (368 commuters, 19.3%), and 5 to 9 minutes (266 commuters, 14.0%).
Commute Time in Locust
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes824.3%
5 to 9 Minutes26614.0%
10 to 14 Minutes764.0%
15 to 19 Minutes743.9%
20 to 24 Minutes1055.5%
25 to 29 Minutes1226.4%
30 to 34 Minutes42122.1%
35 to 39 Minutes472.5%
40 to 44 Minutes1889.9%
45 to 59 Minutes36819.3%
60 to 89 Minutes1548.1%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Locust

The most common commute times in Locust are 45 to 59 minutes (266 commuters, 25.9%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (247 commuters, 28.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Locust
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes39 (3.8%)43 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes78 (7.6%)188 (21.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes66 (6.4%)10 (1.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes65 (6.3%)9 (1.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes47 (4.6%)58 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes77 (7.5%)45 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes174 (16.9%)247 (28.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes16 (1.5%)31 (3.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes90 (8.7%)98 (11.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes266 (25.9%)102 (11.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes111 (10.8%)43 (4.9%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Locust

The most frequent times of departure to work in Locust are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (226, 22.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (188, 21.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Locust
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM136 (13.2%)24 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM64 (6.2%)5 (0.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM119 (11.6%)138 (15.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM86 (8.4%)105 (12.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM146 (14.2%)105 (12.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM226 (22.0%)53 (6.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM88 (8.6%)188 (21.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM55 (5.3%)111 (12.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM36 (3.5%)15 (1.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM20 (1.9%)16 (1.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM53 (5.1%)55 (6.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)59 (6.8%)
Total1,029 (100.0%)874 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Locust

Occupancy by Ownership in Locust

Of the total 1,900 dwellings in Locust, owner-occupied units account for 1,653 (87.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 247 (13.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Locust
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,65387.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units24713.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,900100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Locust

Occupancy by Household Size in Locust
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household54128.5%
2-Person Household73338.6%
3-Person Household32217.0%
4+ Person Household30416.0%
Total Housing Units1,900100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Locust

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Locust
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household399 (73.8%)142 (26.3%)
2-Person Household711 (97.0%)22 (3.0%)
3-Person Household295 (91.6%)27 (8.4%)
4+ Person Household248 (81.6%)56 (18.4%)
Total Housing Units1,653 (87.0%)247 (13.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Locust

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Locust
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School189 (89.1%)23 (10.8%)
High School Diploma527 (78.7%)143 (21.3%)
College/Associate Degree568 (90.6%)59 (9.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher369 (94.4%)22 (5.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Locust

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Locust
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years34418.1%
35 to 44 Years20110.6%
45 to 54 Years21411.3%
55 to 64 Years44723.5%
65 to 74 Years37719.8%
75 to 84 Years26514.0%
85 Years and Over522.7%
Total1,900100.0%

Housing Finances in Locust

Median Income by Occupancy in Locust

Median Income by Occupancy in Locust
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,653 (87.0%)$61,495
Renter-Occupied247 (13.0%)$24,811
Average1,900 (100.0%)$52,551

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Locust

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Locust
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00022 (1.3%)14 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99969 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999101 (6.1%)30 (12.1%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (0.4%)86 (34.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999152 (9.2%)47 (19.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999330 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999210 (12.7%)31 (12.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999215 (13.0%)19 (7.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999398 (24.1%)20 (8.1%)
$150,000 or more139 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,653 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Locust

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Locust
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30065 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499394 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799171 (10.3%)100 (40.5%)
$800 to $999182 (11.0%)69 (27.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499448 (27.1%)37 (15.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999261 (15.8%)22 (8.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499125 (7.6%)10 (4.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,653 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Locust

Housing Structures in Locust

Housing Structures in Locust
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,68688.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments90.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments673.5%
10 or more Apartments794.2%
Mobile Home / Other593.1%
Total1,900100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Locust

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Locust
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,605 (95.2%)81 (4.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other48 (81.4%)11 (18.6%)
Total1,653 (87.0%)247 (13.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Locust

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Locust
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room13 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)114 (46.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms634 (38.4%)114 (46.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms639 (38.7%)10 (4.1%)
8 or more Rooms367 (22.2%)9 (3.6%)
Total1,653 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Locust

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Locust
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas69 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas43 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1,414 (85.5%)238 (96.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene116 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels5 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used6 (0.4%)9 (3.6%)
Total1,653 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Locust

Household Vehicle Usage in Locust
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle80 (4.8%)79 (32.0%)
1 Vehicle320 (19.4%)113 (45.8%)
2 Vehicles689 (41.7%)10 (4.1%)
3 or more Vehicles564 (34.1%)45 (18.2%)
Total1,653 (100.0%)247 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Locust

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Locust

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6361,017
Median Property Value$265,800$263,000
Median Household Income$43,864$88
Monthly Housing Costs$465$7
Real Estate Taxes$1,985$10

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Locust

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Locust
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00031 (4.9%)50 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99943 (6.8%)22 (2.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999311 (48.9%)641 (63.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999251 (39.5%)266 (26.2%)
$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%)38 (3.7%)
Total636 (100.0%)1,017 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Locust

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Locust
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00091 (14.3%)51 (5.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (3.1%)86 (8.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999255 (40.1%)132 (13.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (9.9%)75 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99961 (9.6%)147 (14.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99963 (9.9%)154 (15.1%)
$150,000 or more51 (8.0%)335 (32.9%)
Total636 (100.0%)1,017 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Locust

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Locust
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x100 (15.7%)79,063 (7,774.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x51 (8.0%)158 (15.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x190 (29.9%)384 (37.8%)
4.0x or more283 (44.5%)165 (16.2%)
Total636 (100.0%)1,017 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Locust

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Locust
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80049 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499105 (16.5%)65 (6.4%)
$800 to $1,499482 (75.8%)196 (19.3%)
Total636 (100.0%)1,017 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Locust

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Locust

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Locust
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years409 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years689 (91.5%)64 (8.5%)
19 to 25 Years272 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years529 (80.0%)132 (20.0%)
35 to 44 Years334 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years284 (72.3%)109 (27.7%)
55 to 64 Years822 (86.8%)125 (13.2%)
65 to 74 Years527 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older404 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,270 (90.8%)430 (9.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Locust

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Locust
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born409 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen689 (91.5%)64 (8.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen272 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Locust

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Locust
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000449 (84.2%)84 (15.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999917 (87.5%)131 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999449 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999751 (95.2%)38 (4.8%)
$100,000 and over1,702 (90.6%)177 (9.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Locust

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Locust
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 670 (17.1%)343 (83.9%)
6 to 18 Years356 (47.3%)378 (50.2%)
19 to 25 Years29 (10.7%)243 (89.3%)
25 to 34 Years10 (1.5%)529 (80.0%)
35 to 44 Years40 (12.0%)294 (88.0%)
45 to 54 Years80 (20.4%)244 (62.1%)
55 to 64 Years376 (39.7%)670 (70.8%)
65 to 74 Years527 (100.0%)293 (55.6%)
75 Years and over404 (100.0%)175 (43.3%)
Total1,892 (40.3%)3,169 (67.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Locust

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Locust
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years66 (12.9%)26 (5.2%)
35 to 64 Years180 (21.6%)207 (24.6%)
65 to 74 Years175 (76.1%)58 (19.5%)
75 Years and over44 (35.8%)139 (49.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Locust

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Locust: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)16 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years25 (3.0%)103 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (4.1%)10 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Locust: <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 Years25 (3.0%)91 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Locust: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years66 (12.9%)10 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (2.6%)51 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (8.9%)35 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Locust: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years124 (14.9%)186 (22.1%)
65 to 74 Years175 (76.1%)58 (19.5%)
75 Years and over39 (31.7%)129 (45.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Locust: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years66 (7.9%)43 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (8.9%)35 (12.5%)

Technology Access in Locust

Computing Device Access in Locust

Computing Device Access in Locust
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,52880.4%
Smartphone1,56082.1%
Tablet1,28367.5%
No Computing Device1095.7%
Total1,900100.0%

Internet Access in Locust

Internet Access in Locust
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,43775.6%
Cellular Data Only864.5%
Satellite Internet1708.9%
No Internet28314.9%
Total1,900100.0%

Locust Summary

Locust is a small town located in the western part of Stanly County, North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Uwharrie Mountains, approximately 30 miles east of Charlotte. The town was founded in 1873 and incorporated in 1891. It is home to a population of approximately 2,000 people.

Geography

Locust is located in the western part of Stanly County, North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Uwharrie Mountains, approximately 30 miles east of Charlotte. The town is located at the intersection of NC 24/27 and NC 73. The terrain is mostly rolling hills and the town is surrounded by farmland. The nearest major cities are Charlotte, NC and Greensboro, NC.

Climate

Locust has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 61°F. The average annual precipitation is around 45 inches.

Economy

The economy of Locust is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, including a large dairy farm. Other industries in the area include manufacturing, retail, and tourism. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Locust was 2,063. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 2.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.9% from other races. The median household income was $41,250 and the median family income was $50,000.

Education

Locust is served by the Stanly County Schools system. The town is home to one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. The town also has a public library.

Conclusion

Locust is a small town located in the western part of Stanly County, North Carolina. It is situated in the foothills of the Uwharrie Mountains, approximately 30 miles east of Charlotte. The town was founded in 1873 and incorporated in 1891. It is home to a population of approximately 2,000 people. The economy of Locust is largely based on agriculture, with other industries including manufacturing, retail, and tourism. The town is served by the Stanly County Schools system and has a public library.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Locust?
Total Population of Locust is 4,700.
What is the Total Male Population of Locust?
Total Male Population of Locust is 2,188.
What is the Total Female Population of Locust?
Total Female Population of Locust is 2,512.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Locust?
There are 87.10 Males per 100 Females in Locust.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Locust?
There are 114.81 Females per 100 Males in Locust.
What is the Median Population Age in Locust?
Median Population Age in Locust is 40.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Locust
Average Family Size in Locust is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Locust
Average Household Size in Locust is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Locust?
Per Capita income in Locust is $31,453.
What is the Median Family Income in Locust?
Median Family Income in Locust is $91,711.
What is the Median Household income in Locust?
Median Household Income in Locust is $52,551.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Locust?
Income or Wage Gap in Locust is 21.9%.
Women in Locust earn 78.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Locust?
Inequality or Gini Index in Locust is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Locust?
There are 2,150 People in the Labor Forcein in Locust.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Locust?
57.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Locust.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Locust?
Unemployment Rate in Locust is 3.0%.