Cactus, TX

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Cactus Overview

3,055
TOTAL POPULATION
1,705
MALE POPULATION
1,350
FEMALE POPULATION
126.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
79.18
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.2
MEDIAN AGE
4.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$19,137
PER CAPITA INCOME
$53,458
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,605
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,499
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Cactus Zip Codes

Cactus Area Codes

Race in Cactus

The most populous races in Cactus are Hispanic or Latino (2,277 | 74.5%), White / Caucasian (1,854 | 60.7%), and Two or more Races (569 | 18.6%).
Race in Cactus
Race# Population% Population
Asian2749.0%
Black / African American31210.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,27774.5%
Native / Alaskan10.0%
White / Caucasian1,85460.7%
Two or more Races56918.6%
Some other Race451.5%
Total3,055100.0%

Ancestry in Cactus

The most populous ancestries reported in Cactus are Mexican (1,562 | 51.1%), Central American (564 | 18.5%), Guatemalan (503 | 16.5%), Subsaharan African (302 | 9.9%), and Indonesian (274 | 9.0%), together accounting for 104.9% of all Cactus residents.
Ancestry in Cactus
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1153.8%
Central American56418.5%
Cuban652.1%
Dutch40.1%
Ethiopian1264.1%
Guatemalan50316.5%
Honduran612.0%
Indonesian2749.0%
Mexican1,56251.1%
Navajo10.0%
Puerto Rican40.1%
Scotch-Irish70.2%
Somali471.5%
Subsaharan African3029.9%
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Immigrants in Cactus

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cactus came from Latin America (1,298 | 42.5%), Central America (1,233 | 40.4%), Mexico (644 | 21.1%), Guatemala (511 | 16.7%), and Africa (295 | 9.7%), together accounting for 130.3% of all Cactus residents.
Immigrants in Cactus
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa2959.7%
Asia1404.6%
Caribbean652.1%
Central America1,23340.4%
Congo140.5%
Cuba652.1%
Eastern Africa2448.0%
Eritrea672.2%
Ethiopia1264.1%
Guatemala51116.7%
Honduras782.5%
Latin America1,29842.5%
Mexico64421.1%
Middle Africa511.7%
Somalia511.7%
South Eastern Asia1404.6%
Thailand331.1%
Zaire371.2%
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Sex and Age in Cactus

Sex and Age in Cactus

The most populous age groups in Cactus are 45 to 49 Years (195 | 11.4%) for men and Under 5 Years (195 | 14.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Cactus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years168 (9.9%)195 (14.4%)
5 to 9 Years118 (6.9%)102 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Years116 (6.8%)98 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years192 (11.3%)103 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Years179 (10.5%)145 (10.7%)
25 to 29 Years57 (3.3%)42 (3.1%)
30 to 34 Years105 (6.2%)99 (7.3%)
35 to 39 Years159 (9.3%)129 (9.6%)
40 to 44 Years71 (4.2%)20 (1.5%)
45 to 49 Years195 (11.4%)193 (14.3%)
50 to 54 Years127 (7.4%)53 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years139 (8.2%)60 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years9 (0.5%)8 (0.6%)
65 to 69 Years48 (2.8%)66 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years15 (0.9%)35 (2.6%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years7 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (0.2%)
Total1,705 (100.0%)1,350 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Cactus

Median Family Size in Cactus

The median family size in Cactus is 3.97 persons per family, with single female/mother families (146 | 24.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.42 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (65 | 10.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.29 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Cactus
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple392 (65.0%)3.91
Single Male/Father65 (10.8%)3.29
Single Female/Mother146 (24.2%)4.42
Total Families603 (100.0%)3.97

Median Household Size in Cactus

The median household size in Cactus is 3.35 persons per household, with single female/mother households (146 | 16.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.45 persons per household. non-family households (309 | 33.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.58 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Cactus
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple392 (43.0%)4.23
Single Male/Father65 (7.1%)3.98
Single Female/Mother146 (16.0%)4.45
Non-family309 (33.9%)1.58
Total Households912 (100.0%)3.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Cactus

Out of a total of 912 households in Cactus, 603 (66.1%) are family households, while 309 (33.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 134, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 223.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cactus
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-223 (24.4%)
2-Person Households129 (14.1%)49 (5.4%)
3-Person Households134 (14.7%)37 (4.1%)
4-Person Households111 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households112 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households48 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households69 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total603 (66.1%)309 (33.9%)

Female Fertility in Cactus

Fertility by Age in Cactus

Average fertility rate in Cactus is 116.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 147.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 51.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Cactus
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years42 (48.3%)147.0
35 to 50 years45 (51.7%)126.0
Total87 (100.0%)116.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cactus

20.7% of women with births (87) in Cactus are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 82.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 76.2% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cactus
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (23.8%)32 (76.2%)
35 to 50 years8 (17.8%)37 (82.2%)
Total18 (20.7%)69 (79.3%)

Fertility by Education in Cactus

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Cactus
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School77 (88.5%)153.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree10 (11.5%)167.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total87 (100.0%)116.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cactus

79.3% of women with births in Cactus 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 89.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cactus
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School8 (10.4%)69 (89.6%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (20.7%)69 (79.3%)

Income in Cactus

Income Overview in Cactus

Per Capita Income in Cactus is $19,137, while median incomes of families and households are $53,458 and $49,605 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,055$19,137
Median Family Income603$53,458
Mean Family Income603$57,268
Median Household Income912$49,605
Mean Household Income912$59,644
Income Deficit603$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,05531.49%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,05568.51¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0550.38

Earnings by Sex in Cactus

Average Earnings in Cactus are $34,787, $40,374 for men and $27,661 for women, a difference of 31.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Cactus
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,047 (71.5%)$40,374
Female418 (28.5%)$27,661
Total1,465 (100.0%)$34,787

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cactus

The most common earnings brackets in Cactus are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (188 | 18.0%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (84 | 20.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cactus
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49933 (3.2%)18 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)10 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99934 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49915 (1.4%)37 (8.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99915 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49912 (1.1%)21 (5.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99941 (3.9%)80 (19.1%)
$25,000 to $29,999188 (18.0%)72 (17.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999104 (9.9%)33 (7.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99940 (3.8%)26 (6.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999169 (16.1%)17 (4.1%)
$45,000 to $49,999105 (10.0%)15 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99948 (4.6%)84 (20.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99990 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99938 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99958 (5.5%)5 (1.2%)
$100,000+30 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,047 (100.0%)418 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cactus

Average earnings in Cactus are $41,972 for men and $29,531 for women, a difference of 29.6%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $60,577, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,917. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $30,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,073.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cactus
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,917$30,750
High School Diploma$42,339$28,073
College or Associate's Degree$60,577$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,972$29,531

Family Income in Cactus

Family Income Brackets in Cactus

According to the Cactus family income data, there are 228 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 37.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 10 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Cactus
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000223.6%
$10,000 to $14,999101.7%
$15,000 to $24,9998113.4%
$25,000 to $34,9996310.4%
$35,000 to $49,9999115.1%
$50,000 to $74,99922837.8%
$75,000 to $99,9996510.8%
$100,000 to $149,999172.8%
$150,000 to $199,999111.8%
$200,000+152.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cactus

6-person families (74 | 12.3%) account for the highest median family income in Cactus with $59,615 per family, while 2-person families (170 | 28.2%) have the highest median income of $20,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cactus
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families170 (28.2%)$40,000
3-Person Families134 (22.2%)$50,278
4-Person Families105 (17.4%)$0
5-Person Families77 (12.8%)$51,518
6-Person Families74 (12.3%)$59,615
7+ Person Families43 (7.1%)$0
Total603 (100.0%)$53,458

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cactus

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cactus
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners35 (5.8%)$2,499
1 Earner374 (62.0%)$42,759
2 Earners104 (17.2%)$57,692
3+ Earners90 (14.9%)$0
Total603 (100.0%)$53,458

Household Income in Cactus

Household Income Brackets in Cactus

With 248 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Cactus, accounting for 27.2% of all households. In contrast, only 22 households (2.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Cactus
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000222.4%
$10,000 to $14,999222.4%
$15,000 to $24,999818.9%
$25,000 to $34,99923225.4%
$35,000 to $49,99910211.2%
$50,000 to $74,99924827.2%
$75,000 to $99,999717.8%
$100,000 to $149,999778.4%
$150,000 to $199,999353.8%
$200,000+222.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Cactus

The median household income in Cactus is $49,605, with the highest median household income of $57,417 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 83 households (9.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,735, with 102 households (11.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Cactus
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years83 (9.1%)$57,417
25 to 44 Years332 (36.4%)$52,065
45 to 64 Years395 (43.3%)$42,426
65+ Years102 (11.2%)$35,735
Total912 (100.0%)$49,605

Poverty in Cactus

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cactus

With 9.0% poverty level for males and 16.9% for females among the residents of Cactus, 75 year old and over males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (100.0%) and 24 females (57.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cactus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years58 (34.5%)51 (29.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)20 (12.7%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)24 (57.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years14 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years27 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)55 (39.0%)
35 to 44 Years13 (5.7%)11 (7.4%)
45 to 54 Years22 (6.8%)42 (17.1%)
55 to 64 Years13 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (21.8%)
75 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total154 (9.0%)225 (16.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cactus

According to the poverty statistics in Cactus, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cactus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years110 (65.5%)124 (70.9%)
5 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years129 (100.0%)138 (87.3%)
12 to 14 Years81 (100.0%)18 (42.9%)
15 Years36 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years55 (79.7%)65 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years239 (89.8%)175 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years162 (100.0%)86 (61.0%)
35 to 44 Years217 (94.4%)138 (92.6%)
45 to 54 Years300 (93.2%)204 (82.9%)
55 to 64 Years135 (91.2%)68 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years63 (100.0%)79 (78.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total1,551 (91.0%)1,105 (83.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cactus

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cactus show that 3.6% or 14 of the total 392 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 9.3%, comprising of 14 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 Cactus
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children136 (90.7%)14 (9.3%)
1 or 2 Children184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total378 (96.4%)14 (3.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cactus

According to the poverty data in Cactus, 10.8% or 7 single-father households and 56.2% or 82 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (17.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 households (72.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cactus
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children7 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)23 (41.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)59 (72.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (10.8%)82 (56.2%)

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

The poverty data for Cactus shows that 14 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 89 of the single-parent households (42.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (9.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 household (72.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cactus
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children14 (9.3%)7 (14.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)23 (41.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)59 (72.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (3.6%)89 (42.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Cactus

Employment by Class of Employer in Cactus

Among the 1,458 employed individuals in Cactus, private company employees (1,383 | 94.9%), self-employed (not incorporated) (46 | 3.2%), and self-employed (incorporated) (18 | 1.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Cactus
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,38394.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)181.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)463.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees30.2%
State Government Employees40.3%
Federal Government Employees40.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,458100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Cactus

According to the labor force statistics for Cactus, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,214), 67.7% or 1,499 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 40 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 94.5% or 358 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.4% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Cactus
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years118 (47.0%)12 (10.2%)
20 to 24 Years216 (66.7%)29 (13.4%)
25 to 29 Years81 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years133 (65.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years358 (94.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years393 (69.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years132 (66.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years8 (47.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years60 (36.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,499 (67.7%)40 (2.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cactus

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cactus
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School800 (75.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma225 (80.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree68 (56.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,105 (75.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Cactus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cactus are Management (22 | 1.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (13 | 0.9%), Computers & Mathematics (13 | 0.9%), Community & Social Service (13 | 0.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (13 | 0.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Cactus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cactus, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Cactus
OccupationMaleFemale
Management22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total (Category)35 (66.0%)18 (34.0%)
Total (Overall)1,040 (71.3%)418 (28.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Cactus are Cleaning & Maintenance (193 | 13.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (33 | 2.3%), Healthcare Support (17 | 1.2%), Security & Protection (8 | 0.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (8 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations in Cactus

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Cactus, the most male-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (86.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (18.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (81.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Cactus
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving6 (18.2%)27 (81.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance167 (86.5%)26 (13.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)190 (75.7%)61 (24.3%)
Total (Overall)1,040 (71.3%)418 (28.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cactus are Sales & Related (135 | 9.3%), and Office & Administration (22 | 1.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Cactus

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Cactus
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related39 (28.9%)96 (71.1%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total (Category)39 (24.8%)118 (75.2%)
Total (Overall)1,040 (71.3%)418 (28.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cactus are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (182 | 12.5%), Construction & Extraction (79 | 5.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (55 | 3.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Cactus

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Cactus
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry105 (57.7%)77 (42.3%)
Construction & Extraction79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair54 (98.2%)1 (1.8%)
Total (Category)238 (75.3%)78 (24.7%)
Total (Overall)1,040 (71.3%)418 (28.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cactus are Production (530 | 36.3%), Transportation (95 | 6.5%), and Material Moving (56 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Cactus

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Cactus
OccupationMaleFemale
Production428 (80.7%)102 (19.3%)
Transportation95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving15 (26.8%)41 (73.2%)
Total (Category)538 (79.0%)143 (21.0%)
Total (Overall)1,040 (71.3%)418 (28.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Cactus

Employment Industries in Cactus

The major employment industries in Cactus include Manufacturing (802 | 55.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (247 | 16.9%), Retail Trade (82 | 5.6%), Construction (73 | 5.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (55 | 3.8%).
Employment Industries in Cactus

Employment Industries by Sex in Cactus

The Cactus industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cactus
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting154 (62.4%)93 (37.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing622 (77.6%)180 (22.4%)
Wholesale Trade24 (70.6%)10 (29.4%)
Retail Trade23 (28.1%)59 (72.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing51 (92.7%)4 (7.3%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services27 (50.0%)27 (50.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total1,040 (71.3%)418 (28.7%)

Education in Cactus

School Enrollment in Cactus

The most common levels of schooling among the 604 students in Cactus are elementary school (198 | 32.8%), high school (189 | 31.3%), and middle school (121 | 20.0%).
School Enrollment in Cactus
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten325.3%
Elementary School19832.8%
Middle School12120.0%
High School18931.3%
College / Undergraduate6410.6%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total604100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cactus

Out of a total of 604 students who are enrolled in schools in Cactus, 17 (2.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 587 (97.2%) 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 17 (28.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 186 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cactus
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds194 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds43 (71.7%)17 (28.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total587 (97.2%)17 (2.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cactus

, and bio, nature & agricultural (12 | 100.0%) are the most common fields of study among 12 individuals in Cactus who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cactus
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural12100.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business00.0%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total12100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Cactus

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cactus

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cactus are males with 1 vehicle (351, accounting for 33.8%) and females with 1 vehicle (57, making up 84.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cactus
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle206 (19.8%)65 (15.5%)
1 Vehicle351 (33.8%)57 (13.6%)
2 Vehicles168 (16.2%)106 (25.4%)
3 Vehicles200 (19.2%)141 (33.7%)
4 Vehicles65 (6.2%)36 (8.6%)
5 or more Vehicles50 (4.8%)13 (3.1%)
Total1,040 (100.0%)418 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Cactus

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cactus are 10 to 14 minutes (434 commuters, 30.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (362 commuters, 25.1%), and 5 to 9 minutes (352 commuters, 24.4%).
Commute Time in Cactus
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes694.8%
5 to 9 Minutes35224.4%
10 to 14 Minutes43430.0%
15 to 19 Minutes36225.1%
20 to 24 Minutes1027.1%
25 to 29 Minutes90.6%
30 to 34 Minutes463.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes302.1%
45 to 59 Minutes70.5%
60 to 89 Minutes261.8%
90 or more Minutes80.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Cactus

The most common commute times in Cactus are 10 to 14 minutes (334 commuters, 32.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (152 commuters, 36.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Cactus
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes38 (3.7%)31 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes270 (26.3%)82 (19.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes334 (32.5%)100 (23.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes210 (20.4%)152 (36.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes58 (5.7%)44 (10.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes9 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes37 (3.6%)9 (2.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes30 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes7 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes26 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes8 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cactus

The most frequent times of departure to work in Cactus are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (335, 32.6%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (142, 34.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cactus
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM85 (8.3%)15 (3.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM32 (3.1%)27 (6.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM65 (6.3%)14 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM335 (32.6%)142 (34.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM32 (3.1%)7 (1.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM184 (17.9%)26 (6.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (3.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM9 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM13 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 PM216 (21.0%)128 (30.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM56 (5.4%)45 (10.8%)
Total1,027 (100.0%)418 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Cactus

Occupancy by Ownership in Cactus

Of the total 912 dwellings in Cactus, owner-occupied units account for 372 (40.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 540 (59.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Cactus
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units37240.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units54059.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units912100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Cactus

Occupancy by Household Size in Cactus
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22324.4%
2-Person Household17819.5%
3-Person Household17118.8%
4+ Person Household34037.3%
Total Housing Units912100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cactus

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cactus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household42 (18.8%)181 (81.2%)
2-Person Household97 (54.5%)81 (45.5%)
3-Person Household67 (39.2%)104 (60.8%)
4+ Person Household166 (48.8%)174 (51.2%)
Total Housing Units372 (40.8%)540 (59.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cactus

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cactus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School240 (36.7%)413 (63.2%)
High School Diploma107 (56.0%)84 (44.0%)
College/Associate Degree25 (44.6%)31 (55.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cactus

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cactus
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years23025.2%
35 to 44 Years18520.3%
45 to 54 Years33336.5%
55 to 64 Years626.8%
65 to 74 Years9510.4%
75 to 84 Years70.8%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total912100.0%

Housing Finances in Cactus

Median Income by Occupancy in Cactus

Median Income by Occupancy in Cactus
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied372 (40.8%)$56,952
Renter-Occupied540 (59.2%)$33,466
Average912 (100.0%)$49,605

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cactus

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cactus
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)11 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99922 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (2.7%)23 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)48 (8.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (4.6%)215 (39.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (10.2%)64 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999152 (40.9%)96 (17.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99948 (12.9%)23 (4.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99917 (4.6%)60 (11.1%)
$150,000 or more57 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total372 (100.0%)540 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cactus

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cactus
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30077 (20.7%)11 (2.0%)
$300 to $499189 (50.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79976 (20.4%)335 (62.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)104 (19.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49919 (5.1%)90 (16.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99911 (3.0%)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%)
Total372 (100.0%)540 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Cactus

Housing Structures in Cactus

Housing Structures in Cactus
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached798.7%
Single Unit, Attached10.1%
2 Unit Apartments829.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments14115.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments485.3%
10 or more Apartments12613.8%
Mobile Home / Other43547.7%
Total912100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cactus

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cactus
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached68 (86.1%)11 (13.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments7 (8.5%)75 (91.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)141 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)126 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other297 (68.3%)138 (31.7%)
Total372 (40.8%)540 (59.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cactus

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cactus
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)194 (35.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms287 (77.1%)293 (54.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms38 (10.2%)53 (9.8%)
8 or more Rooms47 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total372 (100.0%)540 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cactus

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cactus
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas158 (42.5%)284 (52.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity214 (57.5%)130 (24.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)126 (23.3%)
Total372 (100.0%)540 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Cactus

Household Vehicle Usage in Cactus
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)243 (45.0%)
1 Vehicle55 (14.8%)233 (43.1%)
2 Vehicles119 (32.0%)53 (9.8%)
3 or more Vehicles198 (53.2%)11 (2.0%)
Total372 (100.0%)540 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Cactus

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cactus

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units34230
Median Property Value$48,200$168,300
Median Household Income$56,810$11
Monthly Housing Costs$412$0
Real Estate Taxes$705$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cactus

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cactus
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000175 (51.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999123 (36.0%)4 (13.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99927 (7.9%)26 (86.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,99917 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total342 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cactus

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cactus
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999137 (40.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99948 (14.0%)15 (50.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more46 (13.5%)4 (13.3%)
Total342 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cactus

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cactus
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x248 (72.5%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x51 (14.9%)15 (50.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x3 (0.9%)15 (50.0%)
4.0x or more33 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total342 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cactus

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cactus
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800177 (51.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49999 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49959 (17.2%)4 (13.3%)
Total342 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Cactus

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cactus

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cactus
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years290 (74.9%)97 (25.1%)
6 to 18 Years475 (71.2%)192 (28.8%)
19 to 25 Years307 (77.5%)89 (22.5%)
26 to 34 Years135 (50.2%)134 (49.8%)
35 to 44 Years202 (53.3%)177 (46.7%)
45 to 54 Years240 (42.2%)328 (57.8%)
55 to 64 Years157 (72.7%)59 (27.3%)
65 to 74 Years142 (86.6%)22 (13.4%)
75 Years and older2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Total1,950 (63.8%)1,105 (36.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cactus

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cactus
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born290 (74.9%)97 (25.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen475 (71.2%)192 (28.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen307 (77.5%)89 (22.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cactus

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cactus
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000126 (41.4%)178 (58.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999415 (54.9%)341 (45.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999843 (73.6%)302 (26.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999268 (94.4%)16 (5.6%)
$100,000 and over298 (52.6%)268 (47.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cactus

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cactus
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6149 (38.5%)141 (36.4%)
6 to 18 Years45 (6.8%)430 (64.5%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)307 (77.5%)
25 to 34 Years7 (2.6%)128 (47.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)202 (53.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)240 (42.2%)
55 to 64 Years7 (3.2%)150 (69.4%)
65 to 74 Years104 (63.4%)72 (43.9%)
75 Years and over2 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total314 (10.3%)1,670 (54.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cactus

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cactus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)20 (10.3%)
5 to 17 Years6 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (1.9%)34 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years8 (12.7%)23 (22.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cactus

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Cactus: <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%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (1.4%)24 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years8 (12.7%)13 (12.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Cactus: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)20 (10.3%)
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 Years0 (0.0%)13 (12.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Cactus: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Cactus: <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 Years3 (0.4%)10 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Cactus: <span>Self-Care 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 Years0 (0.0%)7 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Cactus

Computing Device Access in Cactus

Computing Device Access in Cactus
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop23726.0%
Smartphone86094.3%
Tablet454.9%
No Computing Device525.7%
Total912100.0%

Internet Access in Cactus

Internet Access in Cactus
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home32235.3%
Cellular Data Only18520.3%
Satellite Internet70.8%
No Internet39843.6%
Total912100.0%

Cactus Summary

Cactus, Texas is a small town located in the Texas Panhandle, in Moore County. It is situated about 25 miles east of Amarillo and is part of the Amarillo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1891 and was named after the cactus plants that grew in the area.

Geography

Cactus is located in the Texas Panhandle, in Moore County. It is situated about 25 miles east of Amarillo and is part of the Amarillo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town is located at an elevation of 3,400 feet and has a total area of 1.2 square miles. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The climate is semi-arid with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Cactus is largely based on agriculture and oil production. The town is home to several large farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, corn, sorghum, and cotton. The town is also home to several oil and gas production companies, which are responsible for much of the town’s economic activity.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Cactus had a population of 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in Cactus was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Cactus is served by the Cactus Independent School District, which includes Cactus Elementary School, Cactus Middle School, and Cactus High School. The town is also home to several private schools, including Cactus Christian Academy and Cactus Christian School.

Conclusion

Cactus, Texas is a small town located in the Texas Panhandle, in Moore County. It is situated about 25 miles east of Amarillo and is part of the Amarillo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1891 and was named after the cactus plants that grew in the area. The economy of Cactus is largely based on agriculture and oil production, and the town is home to several large farms and ranches. As of the 2010 census, Cactus had a population of 1,845. The town is served by the Cactus Independent School District, as well as several private schools.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Cactus?
Total Population of Cactus is 3,055.
What is the Total Male Population of Cactus?
Total Male Population of Cactus is 1,705.
What is the Total Female Population of Cactus?
Total Female Population of Cactus is 1,350.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cactus?
There are 126.30 Males per 100 Females in Cactus.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cactus?
There are 79.18 Females per 100 Males in Cactus.
What is the Median Population Age in Cactus?
Median Population Age in Cactus is 30.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cactus
Average Family Size in Cactus is 4.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cactus
Average Household Size in Cactus is 3.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Cactus?
Per Capita income in Cactus is $19,137.
What is the Median Family Income in Cactus?
Median Family Income in Cactus is $53,458.
What is the Median Household income in Cactus?
Median Household Income in Cactus is $49,605.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cactus?
Income or Wage Gap in Cactus is 31.5%.
Women in Cactus earn 68.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cactus?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cactus is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cactus?
There are 1,499 People in the Labor Forcein in Cactus.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cactus?
67.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Cactus.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cactus?
Unemployment Rate in Cactus is 2.7%.