Spencer, NC

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Spencer Overview

3,296
TOTAL POPULATION
1,738
MALE POPULATION
1,558
FEMALE POPULATION
111.55
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,376
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,620
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,079
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,675
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Spencer Zip Codes

Spencer Area Codes

Race in Spencer

The most populous races in Spencer are White / Caucasian (1,778 | 53.9%), Black / African American (1,386 | 42.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (105 | 3.2%).
Race in Spencer
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1,38642.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1053.2%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,77853.9%
Two or more Races1033.1%
Some other Race290.9%
Total3,296100.0%

Ancestry in Spencer

The most populous ancestries reported in Spencer are American (466 | 14.1%), English (274 | 8.3%), Scotch-Irish (257 | 7.8%), German (210 | 6.4%), and Mexican (90 | 2.7%), together accounting for 39.3% of all Spencer residents.
Ancestry in Spencer
Ancestry# Population% Population
African100.3%
Aleut50.2%
American46614.1%
Belgian371.1%
British90.3%
Dutch90.3%
English2748.3%
European140.4%
French100.3%
German2106.4%
Irish481.5%
Italian471.4%
Mexican902.7%
Nigerian170.5%
Polish250.8%
Scandinavian100.3%
Scotch-Irish2577.8%
Scottish732.2%
Subsaharan African270.8%
Welsh210.6%
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Immigrants in Spencer

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Spencer came from Africa (17 | 0.5%), Nigeria (17 | 0.5%), Western Africa (17 | 0.5%), Asia (6 | 0.2%), and China (6 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.9% of all Spencer residents.
Immigrants in Spencer
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa170.5%
Asia60.2%
China60.2%
Eastern Asia60.2%
Nigeria170.5%
Taiwan60.2%
Western Africa170.5%
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Sex and Age in Spencer

Sex and Age in Spencer

The most populous age groups in Spencer are 25 to 29 Years (213 | 12.3%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (164 | 10.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (1.4%)85 (5.5%)
5 to 9 Years143 (8.2%)32 (2.1%)
10 to 14 Years117 (6.7%)89 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years82 (4.7%)90 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Years125 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years213 (12.3%)77 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Years101 (5.8%)132 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Years138 (7.9%)85 (5.5%)
40 to 44 Years58 (3.3%)87 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years151 (8.7%)164 (10.5%)
50 to 54 Years173 (10.0%)136 (8.7%)
55 to 59 Years141 (8.1%)107 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years86 (5.0%)80 (5.1%)
65 to 69 Years37 (2.1%)77 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years36 (2.1%)137 (8.8%)
75 to 79 Years83 (4.8%)74 (4.8%)
80 to 84 Years29 (1.7%)83 (5.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (1.5%)
Total1,738 (100.0%)1,558 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Spencer

Median Family Size in Spencer

The median family size in Spencer is 3.01 persons per family, with married-couple families (517 | 58.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.48 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (197 | 22.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Spencer
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple517 (58.3%)3.48
Single Male/Father197 (22.2%)2.24
Single Female/Mother173 (19.5%)2.51
Total Families887 (100.0%)3.01

Median Household Size in Spencer

The median household size in Spencer is 2.56 persons per household, with married-couple households (517 | 40.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.55 persons per household. non-family households (378 | 29.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Spencer
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple517 (40.9%)3.55
Single Male/Father197 (15.6%)2.40
Single Female/Mother173 (13.7%)2.83
Non-family378 (29.9%)1.16
Total Households1,265 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in Spencer

Out of a total of 1,265 households in Spencer, 887 (70.1%) are family households, while 378 (29.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 445, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 315.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Spencer
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-315 (24.9%)
2-Person Households445 (35.2%)63 (5.0%)
3-Person Households206 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households64 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households131 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total887 (70.1%)378 (29.9%)

Female Fertility in Spencer

Fertility by Age in Spencer

Average fertility rate in Spencer is 26.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 81.0 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 Spencer
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)81.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Spencer

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Spencer
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Spencer

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Spencer
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree17 (100.0%)80.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total17 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Spencer

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Spencer
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Spencer

Income Overview in Spencer

Per Capita Income in Spencer is $29,376, while median incomes of families and households are $68,620 and $61,079 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,296$29,376
Median Family Income887$68,620
Mean Family Income887$84,266
Median Household Income1,265$61,079
Mean Household Income1,265$72,635
Income Deficit887$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,29634.54%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,29665.46¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,2960.42

Earnings by Sex in Spencer

Average Earnings in Spencer are $40,676, $50,257 for men and $32,898 for women, a difference of 34.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Spencer
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,039 (59.1%)$50,257
Female718 (40.9%)$32,898
Total1,757 (100.0%)$40,676

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Spencer

The most common earnings brackets in Spencer are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (165 | 15.9%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (124 | 17.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Spencer
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (1.6%)76 (10.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)96 (13.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49949 (4.7%)11 (1.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49939 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99958 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49944 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49936 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99969 (6.6%)17 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99972 (6.9%)124 (17.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99950 (4.8%)72 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99913 (1.3%)19 (2.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99918 (1.7%)100 (13.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99944 (4.2%)11 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999165 (15.9%)60 (8.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999154 (14.8%)54 (7.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999110 (10.6%)52 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+26 (2.5%)26 (3.6%)
Total1,039 (100.0%)718 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Spencer

Average earnings in Spencer are $51,422 for men and $34,091 for women, a difference of 33.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,827. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,727, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $33,382.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Spencer
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,827$0
College or Associate's Degree$57,675$33,382
Bachelor's Degree$62,750$40,559
Graduate Degree--
Total$51,422$34,091

Family Income in Spencer

Family Income Brackets in Spencer

According to the Spencer family income data, there are 288 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.5% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 18 families (2.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Spencer
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000313.5%
$10,000 to $14,999475.3%
$15,000 to $24,999465.2%
$25,000 to $34,999707.9%
$35,000 to $49,999505.6%
$50,000 to $74,99928832.5%
$75,000 to $99,999819.1%
$100,000 to $149,99922925.8%
$150,000 to $199,999273.0%
$200,000+182.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Spencer

4-person families (52 | 5.9%) account for the highest median family income in Spencer with $143,088 per family, while 4-person families (52 | 5.9%) have the highest median income of $35,772 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Spencer
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families464 (52.3%)$60,801
3-Person Families233 (26.3%)$73,344
4-Person Families52 (5.9%)$143,088
5-Person Families107 (12.1%)$109,313
6-Person Families13 (1.5%)$0
7+ Person Families18 (2.0%)$0
Total887 (100.0%)$68,620

Family Income by Number of Earners in Spencer

Family Income by Number of Earners in Spencer
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners169 (19.1%)$0
1 Earner316 (35.6%)$61,361
2 Earners259 (29.2%)$68,967
3+ Earners143 (16.1%)$136,146
Total887 (100.0%)$68,620

Household Income in Spencer

Household Income Brackets in Spencer

With 367 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Spencer, accounting for 29.0% of all households. In contrast, only 18 households (1.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Spencer
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001138.9%
$10,000 to $14,999705.5%
$15,000 to $24,9991028.1%
$25,000 to $34,999665.2%
$35,000 to $49,9991249.8%
$50,000 to $74,99936729.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991259.9%
$100,000 to $149,99922017.4%
$150,000 to $199,999614.8%
$200,000+181.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Spencer

The median household income in Spencer is $61,079, with the highest median household income of $73,813 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 516 households (40.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Spencer
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years422 (33.4%)$47,115
45 to 64 Years516 (40.8%)$73,813
65+ Years327 (25.9%)$58,843
Total1,265 (100.0%)$61,079

Poverty in Spencer

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Spencer

With 13.6% poverty level for males and 21.2% for females among the residents of Spencer, 18 to 24 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 70 males (45.5%) and 116 females (55.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)20 (23.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years20 (13.4%)14 (20.3%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)14 (26.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (25.0%)8 (12.7%)
18 to 24 Years70 (45.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years47 (15.0%)116 (55.5%)
35 to 44 Years25 (12.8%)11 (6.4%)
45 to 54 Years30 (9.3%)47 (15.7%)
55 to 64 Years13 (5.7%)23 (13.2%)
65 to 74 Years11 (15.1%)20 (9.3%)
75 Years and over8 (8.0%)47 (32.4%)
Total235 (13.6%)320 (21.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Spencer

According to the poverty statistics in Spencer, males aged under 5 years and females aged 18 to 24 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 Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (100.0%)65 (76.5%)
5 Years21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years129 (86.6%)55 (79.7%)
12 to 14 Years90 (100.0%)38 (73.1%)
15 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (75.0%)55 (87.3%)
18 to 24 Years84 (54.5%)27 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years267 (85.0%)93 (44.5%)
35 to 44 Years171 (87.2%)161 (93.6%)
45 to 54 Years294 (90.7%)253 (84.3%)
55 to 64 Years214 (94.3%)151 (86.8%)
65 to 74 Years62 (84.9%)194 (90.6%)
75 Years and over92 (92.0%)98 (67.6%)
Total1,491 (86.4%)1,190 (78.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Spencer

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Spencer show that 2.1% or 11 of the total 517 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.3%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Spencer
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children320 (96.7%)11 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total506 (97.9%)11 (2.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Spencer

According to the poverty data in Spencer, 15.7% or 31 single-father households and 48.0% or 83 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (70.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 households (64.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Spencer
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)61 (64.9%)
1 or 2 Children31 (70.5%)22 (27.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (15.7%)83 (48.0%)

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

The poverty data for Spencer shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (2.1%) and 114 of the single-parent households (30.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (3.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 household (43.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Spencer
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (3.3%)61 (24.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)53 (43.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (2.1%)114 (30.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Spencer

Employment by Class of Employer in Spencer

Among the 1,466 employed individuals in Spencer, private company employees (1,064 | 72.6%), not-for-profit organizations (80 | 5.5%), and local government employees (68 | 4.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Spencer
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,06472.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)634.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)654.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations805.5%
Local Government Employees684.6%
State Government Employees624.2%
Federal Government Employees644.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,466100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Spencer

According to the labor force statistics for Spencer, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,796), 59.9% or 1,675 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.0% or 151 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 95.7% or 223 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 43.9% or 98 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Spencer
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years36 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years72 (57.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years226 (77.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years223 (95.7%)98 (43.9%)
35 to 44 Years325 (88.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years480 (76.9%)17 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years176 (71.0%)36 (20.5%)
60 to 64 Years60 (36.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over34 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,675 (59.9%)151 (9.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Spencer

According to labor force statistics for Spencer, 77.2% of individuals (1,489) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,929) are in the labor force, with 10.1% or 150 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 89.7% or 399 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 67.9% or 112 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Spencer
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School165 (56.1%)200 (67.9%)
High School Diploma596 (77.9%)50 (6.5%)
College / Associate Degree330 (77.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher399 (89.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,489 (77.2%)195 (10.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Spencer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Spencer are Management (171 | 11.2%), Community & Social Service (140 | 9.2%), Education Instruction & Library (140 | 9.2%), Business & Financial (68 | 4.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (66 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Spencer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Spencer, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Management (60.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Management103 (60.2%)68 (39.8%)
Business & Financial22 (32.4%)46 (67.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating11 (16.7%)55 (83.3%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
Total (Category)161 (34.3%)309 (65.7%)
Total (Overall)964 (63.2%)560 (36.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Spencer are Food Preparation & Serving (104 | 6.8%), Personal Care & Service (27 | 1.8%), Healthcare Support (18 | 1.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (14 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Spencer

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Spencer, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (27.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (72.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support5 (27.8%)13 (72.2%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total (Category)109 (66.9%)54 (33.1%)
Total (Overall)964 (63.2%)560 (36.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Spencer are Office & Administration (149 | 9.8%), and Sales & Related (76 | 5.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Spencer

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related61 (80.3%)15 (19.7%)
Office & Administration69 (46.3%)80 (53.7%)
Total (Category)130 (57.8%)95 (42.2%)
Total (Overall)964 (63.2%)560 (36.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Spencer are Construction & Extraction (101 | 6.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (50 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Spencer

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)964 (63.2%)560 (36.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Spencer are Production (245 | 16.1%), Material Moving (162 | 10.6%), and Transportation (108 | 7.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Spencer

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Production187 (76.3%)58 (23.7%)
Transportation88 (81.5%)20 (18.5%)
Material Moving138 (85.2%)24 (14.8%)
Total (Category)413 (80.2%)102 (19.8%)
Total (Overall)964 (63.2%)560 (36.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Spencer

Employment Industries in Spencer

The major employment industries in Spencer include Retail Trade (264 | 17.3%), Manufacturing (229 | 15.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (189 | 12.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (157 | 10.3%), and Educational Services (152 | 10.0%).
Employment Industries in Spencer

Employment Industries by Sex in Spencer

The Spencer industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (91.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (48.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Spencer
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction123 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing174 (76.0%)55 (24.0%)
Wholesale Trade49 (79.0%)13 (21.0%)
Retail Trade207 (78.4%)57 (21.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing56 (51.4%)53 (48.6%)
Utilities15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance31 (72.1%)12 (27.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing46 (76.7%)14 (23.3%)
Professional & Scientific40 (69.0%)18 (31.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)152 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance16 (8.5%)173 (91.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services157 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total964 (63.2%)560 (36.7%)

Education in Spencer

School Enrollment in Spencer

The most common levels of schooling among the 747 students in Spencer are middle school (196 | 26.2%), college / undergraduate (187 | 25.0%), and high school (162 | 21.7%).
School Enrollment in Spencer
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool182.4%
Kindergarten324.3%
Elementary School11014.7%
Middle School19626.2%
High School16221.7%
College / Undergraduate18725.0%
Graduate / Professional425.6%
Total747100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Spencer

Out of a total of 747 students who are enrolled in schools in Spencer, 210 (28.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 537 (71.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 36 (80.0% 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 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Spencer
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old134 (86.5%)21 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds186 (90.3%)20 (9.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds18 (40.0%)27 (60.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9 (20.0%)36 (80.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds10 (34.5%)19 (65.5%)
35 Years and over46 (34.6%)87 (65.4%)
Total537 (71.9%)210 (28.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Spencer

Business (215 | 44.5%), education (91 | 18.8%), psychology (56 | 11.6%), engineering (43 | 8.9%), and science & technology (26 | 5.4%) are the most common fields of study among 483 individuals in Spencer who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Spencer
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural183.7%
Physical & Health Sciences204.1%
Psychology5611.6%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering438.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology265.4%
Business21544.5%
Education9118.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities142.9%
Total483100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Spencer

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Spencer

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Spencer are males with 2 vehicles (423, accounting for 44.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (213, making up 82.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Spencer
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle58 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle48 (5.0%)83 (16.2%)
2 Vehicles423 (44.3%)213 (41.6%)
3 Vehicles235 (24.6%)111 (21.7%)
4 Vehicles154 (16.1%)76 (14.8%)
5 or more Vehicles36 (3.8%)29 (5.7%)
Total954 (100.0%)512 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Spencer

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Spencer are 15 to 19 minutes (331 commuters, 27.1%), 45 to 59 minutes (215 commuters, 17.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (177 commuters, 14.5%).
Commute Time in Spencer
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes665.4%
5 to 9 Minutes12510.2%
10 to 14 Minutes17714.5%
15 to 19 Minutes33127.1%
20 to 24 Minutes332.7%
25 to 29 Minutes383.1%
30 to 34 Minutes725.9%
35 to 39 Minutes615.0%
40 to 44 Minutes403.3%
45 to 59 Minutes21517.6%
60 to 89 Minutes231.9%
90 or more Minutes403.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Spencer

The most common commute times in Spencer are 15 to 19 minutes (255 commuters, 30.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (83 commuters, 22.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Spencer
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes41 (4.8%)25 (6.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes42 (5.0%)83 (22.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes128 (15.1%)49 (13.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes255 (30.1%)76 (20.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes33 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes38 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes72 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (1.4%)49 (13.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes40 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes136 (16.1%)79 (21.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (1.2%)13 (3.5%)
90 or more Minutes40 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Spencer

The most frequent times of departure to work in Spencer are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (177, 20.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (80, 21.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Spencer
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM177 (20.9%)9 (2.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM26 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM29 (3.4%)14 (3.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM119 (14.1%)49 (13.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM11 (1.3%)30 (8.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM73 (8.6%)80 (21.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM36 (4.3%)78 (20.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM114 (13.5%)41 (11.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)9 (2.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM21 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM12 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM80 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM149 (17.6%)64 (17.1%)
Total847 (100.0%)374 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Spencer

Occupancy by Ownership in Spencer

Of the total 1,265 dwellings in Spencer, owner-occupied units account for 775 (61.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 490 (38.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Spencer
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units77561.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units49038.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,265100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Spencer

Occupancy by Household Size in Spencer
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household31524.9%
2-Person Household50840.2%
3-Person Household20616.3%
4+ Person Household23618.7%
Total Housing Units1,265100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Spencer

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Spencer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household206 (65.4%)109 (34.6%)
2-Person Household283 (55.7%)225 (44.3%)
3-Person Household125 (60.7%)81 (39.3%)
4+ Person Household161 (68.2%)75 (31.8%)
Total Housing Units775 (61.3%)490 (38.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Spencer

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Spencer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School142 (50.5%)139 (49.5%)
High School Diploma150 (40.2%)223 (59.8%)
College/Associate Degree236 (65.7%)123 (34.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher247 (98.0%)5 (2.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Spencer

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Spencer
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17914.1%
35 to 44 Years24319.2%
45 to 54 Years33726.6%
55 to 64 Years17914.1%
65 to 74 Years1199.4%
75 to 84 Years20816.4%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total1,265100.0%

Housing Finances in Spencer

Median Income by Occupancy in Spencer

Median Income by Occupancy in Spencer
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied775 (61.3%)$74,344
Renter-Occupied490 (38.7%)$38,462
Average1,265 (100.0%)$61,079

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Spencer

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Spencer
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00010 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99913 (1.7%)89 (18.2%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)70 (14.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (1.9%)22 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99965 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (2.2%)49 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99959 (7.6%)65 (13.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999219 (28.3%)148 (30.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99995 (12.3%)30 (6.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999203 (26.2%)17 (3.5%)
$150,000 or more79 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total775 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Spencer

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Spencer
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30025 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499123 (15.9%)23 (4.7%)
$500 to $799167 (21.5%)61 (12.4%)
$800 to $999130 (16.8%)99 (20.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499205 (26.5%)218 (44.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99956 (7.2%)38 (7.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49949 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99920 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total775 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Spencer

Housing Structures in Spencer

Housing Structures in Spencer
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,01380.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1038.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1078.5%
10 or more Apartments50.4%
Mobile Home / Other372.9%
Total1,265100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Spencer

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Spencer
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached775 (76.5%)238 (23.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)103 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)107 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Total775 (61.3%)490 (38.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Spencer

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Spencer
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)38 (7.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms212 (27.4%)338 (69.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms283 (36.5%)71 (14.5%)
8 or more Rooms280 (36.1%)43 (8.8%)
Total775 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Spencer

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Spencer
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas480 (61.9%)138 (28.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)13 (2.6%)
Electricity286 (36.9%)311 (63.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene9 (1.2%)13 (2.6%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)15 (3.1%)
Total775 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Spencer

Household Vehicle Usage in Spencer
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)127 (25.9%)
1 Vehicle133 (17.2%)72 (14.7%)
2 Vehicles353 (45.6%)257 (52.4%)
3 or more Vehicles289 (37.3%)34 (6.9%)
Total775 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Spencer

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Spencer

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units285490
Median Property Value$178,400$140,700
Median Household Income$58,340$45
Monthly Housing Costs$508$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,597$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Spencer

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Spencer
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00017 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99971 (24.9%)83 (16.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999189 (66.3%)317 (64.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9998 (2.8%)52 (10.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)38 (7.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total285 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Spencer

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Spencer
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00023 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99965 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)15 (3.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (11.6%)17 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99982 (28.8%)26 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (5.3%)137 (28.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99933 (11.6%)80 (16.3%)
$150,000 or more34 (11.9%)170 (34.7%)
Total285 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Spencer

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Spencer
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x128 (44.9%)96,875 (19,770.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x23 (8.1%)323 (65.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (3.5%)68 (13.9%)
4.0x or more114 (40.0%)23 (4.7%)
Total285 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Spencer

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Spencer
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80064 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49959 (20.7%)75 (15.3%)
$800 to $1,499154 (54.0%)161 (32.9%)
Total285 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Spencer
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years81 (61.8%)50 (38.2%)
6 to 18 Years494 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years163 (90.6%)17 (9.4%)
26 to 34 Years376 (74.3%)130 (25.7%)
35 to 44 Years244 (66.3%)124 (33.7%)
45 to 54 Years509 (81.6%)115 (18.4%)
55 to 64 Years334 (83.3%)67 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years287 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older245 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,733 (84.5%)503 (15.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Spencer
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born81 (61.8%)50 (38.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen494 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen163 (90.6%)17 (9.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Spencer
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000320 (65.0%)172 (35.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999348 (80.7%)83 (19.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999559 (71.2%)226 (28.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999304 (98.4%)5 (1.6%)
$100,000 and over1,202 (98.6%)17 (1.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Spencer

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Spencer
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 656 (42.7%)25 (19.1%)
6 to 18 Years140 (28.3%)363 (73.5%)
19 to 25 Years43 (23.9%)120 (66.7%)
25 to 34 Years96 (19.0%)280 (55.3%)
35 to 44 Years43 (11.7%)229 (62.2%)
45 to 54 Years44 (7.0%)479 (76.8%)
55 to 64 Years93 (23.2%)241 (60.1%)
65 to 74 Years266 (92.7%)239 (83.3%)
75 Years and over211 (86.1%)134 (54.7%)
Total992 (30.7%)2,110 (65.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Spencer

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years91 (19.4%)17 (7.2%)
35 to 64 Years39 (5.2%)135 (20.9%)
65 to 74 Years43 (58.9%)142 (66.4%)
75 Years and over92 (92.0%)93 (64.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Spencer

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Spencer: <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%)17 (7.2%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (16.4%)17 (7.9%)
75 Years and over63 (63.0%)37 (25.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Spencer: <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%)41 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (2.8%)
75 Years and over9 (9.0%)37 (25.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Spencer: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years31 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)66 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)72 (33.6%)
75 Years and over29 (29.0%)93 (64.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Spencer: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (5.2%)44 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years43 (58.9%)59 (27.6%)
75 Years and over63 (63.0%)93 (64.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Spencer: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)16 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years9 (12.3%)44 (20.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)37 (25.5%)

Technology Access in Spencer

Computing Device Access in Spencer

Computing Device Access in Spencer
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop84366.6%
Smartphone1,07585.0%
Tablet79262.6%
No Computing Device887.0%
Total1,265100.0%

Internet Access in Spencer

Internet Access in Spencer
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,03882.1%
Cellular Data Only1058.3%
Satellite Internet282.2%
No Internet1229.6%
Total1,265100.0%

Spencer Summary

Spencer, North Carolina is a small town located in Rowan County, North Carolina. It is situated on the banks of the Yadkin River, and is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. The town has a population of approximately 4,000 people, and is known for its historic downtown area and its proximity to the Uwharrie National Forest.

History

Spencer was founded in 1753 by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The town was named after the Spencer family, who were among the first settlers. The town was originally a farming community, and the Spencer family owned a large plantation in the area. In the late 19th century, the town began to grow as a railroad hub, and the town was incorporated in 1891.
In the early 20th century, Spencer was a major center for the textile industry. The town was home to several large mills, and the town's population grew rapidly. The town was also home to a large African-American population, and the town was a major center for the civil rights movement in the 1960s.

Geography

Spencer is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, and is situated on the banks of the Yadkin River. The town is located approximately 30 miles northeast of Charlotte, and is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and forests, and is located near the Uwharrie National Forest.

Economy

Spencer's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several large farms, and the town is also home to several large manufacturing plants. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Spencer had a population of 4,039 people. The town is approximately 75% white, 17% African-American, and 8% Hispanic. The median household income in Spencer is $37,000, and the median home value is $130,000. The town has a poverty rate of 17%, and the unemployment rate is 6%.

Conclusion

Spencer, North Carolina is a small town located in Rowan County, North Carolina. It is situated on the banks of the Yadkin River, and is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. The town has a population of approximately 4,000 people, and is known for its historic downtown area and its proximity to the Uwharrie National Forest. The town's economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the town is home to several small businesses. The town is approximately 75% white, 17% African-American, and 8% Hispanic. The median household income in Spencer is $37,000, and the median home value is $130,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Spencer?
Total Population of Spencer is 3,296.
What is the Total Male Population of Spencer?
Total Male Population of Spencer is 1,738.
What is the Total Female Population of Spencer?
Total Female Population of Spencer is 1,558.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Spencer?
There are 111.55 Males per 100 Females in Spencer.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Spencer?
There are 89.64 Females per 100 Males in Spencer.
What is the Median Population Age in Spencer?
Median Population Age in Spencer is 42.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Spencer
Average Family Size in Spencer is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Spencer
Average Household Size in Spencer is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Spencer?
Per Capita income in Spencer is $29,376.
What is the Median Family Income in Spencer?
Median Family Income in Spencer is $68,620.
What is the Median Household income in Spencer?
Median Household Income in Spencer is $61,079.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Spencer?
Income or Wage Gap in Spencer is 34.5%.
Women in Spencer earn 65.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Spencer?
Inequality or Gini Index in Spencer is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Spencer?
There are 1,675 People in the Labor Forcein in Spencer.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Spencer?
59.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Spencer.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Spencer?
Unemployment Rate in Spencer is 9.0%.