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Canton Overview

4,279
TOTAL POPULATION
2,343
MALE POPULATION
1,936
FEMALE POPULATION
121.02
MALES / 100 FEMALES
82.63
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,175
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
24.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
75.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,743
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Canton Zip Codes

Canton Area Codes

Race in Canton

The most populous races in Canton are White / Caucasian (4,054 | 94.7%), Hispanic or Latino (120 | 2.8%), and Black / African American (119 | 2.8%).
Race in Canton
Race# Population% Population
Asian80.2%
Black / African American1192.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1202.8%
Native / Alaskan50.1%
White / Caucasian4,05494.7%
Two or more Races751.8%
Some other Race180.4%
Total4,279100.0%

Ancestry in Canton

The most populous ancestries reported in Canton are American (938 | 21.9%), Irish (439 | 10.3%), English (319 | 7.5%), German (222 | 5.2%), and French (175 | 4.1%), together accounting for 48.9% of all Canton residents.
Ancestry in Canton
Ancestry# Population% Population
African80.2%
American93821.9%
Cajun170.4%
Central American70.2%
Cherokee110.3%
Choctaw50.1%
Czech461.1%
Dutch West Indian50.1%
Eastern European80.2%
English3197.5%
European892.1%
French1754.1%
French Canadian150.4%
German2225.2%
Indian (Asian)190.4%
Irish43910.3%
Italian471.1%
Korean130.3%
Mexican1132.6%
Nicaraguan70.2%
Northern European90.2%
Norwegian350.8%
Polish561.3%
Russian160.4%
Scandinavian70.2%
Scotch-Irish100.2%
Scottish651.5%
Subsaharan African80.2%
Ukrainian451.1%
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Immigrants in Canton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Canton came from Europe (54 | 1.3%), Eastern Europe (45 | 1.1%), Ukraine (45 | 1.1%), Central America (14 | 0.3%), and Latin America (14 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.0% of all Canton residents.
Immigrants in Canton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada80.2%
Central America140.3%
Eastern Europe451.1%
Europe541.3%
Honduras70.2%
Latin America140.3%
Mexico70.2%
Northern Europe90.2%
Ukraine451.1%
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Sex and Age in Canton

Sex and Age in Canton

The most populous age groups in Canton are 5 to 9 Years (238 | 10.2%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (183 | 9.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Canton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years192 (8.2%)125 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years238 (10.2%)52 (2.7%)
10 to 14 Years95 (4.1%)117 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years158 (6.7%)60 (3.1%)
20 to 24 Years104 (4.4%)149 (7.7%)
25 to 29 Years236 (10.1%)125 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years190 (8.1%)102 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Years57 (2.4%)112 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years200 (8.5%)100 (5.2%)
45 to 49 Years73 (3.1%)126 (6.5%)
50 to 54 Years79 (3.4%)138 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years162 (6.9%)74 (3.8%)
60 to 64 Years213 (9.1%)126 (6.5%)
65 to 69 Years95 (4.1%)43 (2.2%)
70 to 74 Years104 (4.4%)99 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years74 (3.2%)183 (9.5%)
80 to 84 Years66 (2.8%)116 (6.0%)
85 Years and over7 (0.3%)89 (4.6%)
Total2,343 (100.0%)1,936 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Canton

Median Family Size in Canton

The median family size in Canton is 2.95 persons per family, with single male/father families (74 | 7.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (184 | 18.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Canton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple718 (73.6%)2.97
Single Male/Father74 (7.6%)2.99
Single Female/Mother184 (18.9%)2.85
Total Families976 (100.0%)2.95

Median Household Size in Canton

The median household size in Canton is 2.17 persons per household, with single male/father households (74 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (850 | 46.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Canton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple718 (39.3%)3.00
Single Male/Father74 (4.1%)3.14
Single Female/Mother184 (10.1%)3.09
Non-family850 (46.6%)1.20
Total Households1,826 (100.0%)2.17

Household Size by Marriage Status in Canton

Out of a total of 1,826 households in Canton, 976 (53.4%) are family households, while 850 (46.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 479, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 716.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Canton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-716 (39.2%)
2-Person Households479 (26.2%)102 (5.6%)
3-Person Households208 (11.4%)32 (1.8%)
4-Person Households197 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households36 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households11 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households45 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total976 (53.4%)850 (46.6%)

Female Fertility in Canton

Fertility by Age in Canton

Average fertility rate in Canton is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 170.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 84.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Canton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years64 (84.2%)170.0
35 to 50 years12 (15.8%)31.0
Total76 (100.0%)93.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Canton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Canton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Canton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Canton
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 Degree50 (65.8%)125.0
Bachelor's Degree26 (34.2%)176.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total76 (100.0%)93.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Canton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Canton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total76 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Canton

Income Overview in Canton

Per Capita Income in Canton is $30,175, while median incomes of families and households are $71,500 and $52,500 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,279$30,175
Median Family Income976$71,500
Mean Family Income976$95,689
Median Household Income1,826$52,500
Mean Household Income1,826$68,437
Income Deficit976$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,27924.29%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,27975.71¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,2790.47

Earnings by Sex in Canton

Average Earnings in Canton are $38,057, $39,438 for men and $29,857 for women, a difference of 24.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Canton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,124 (56.3%)$39,438
Female873 (43.7%)$29,857
Total1,997 (100.0%)$38,057

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Canton

The most common earnings brackets in Canton are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (140 | 12.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (141 | 16.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Canton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less10 (0.9%)5 (0.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99987 (7.7%)9 (1.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49951 (4.5%)86 (9.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99938 (3.4%)47 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (2.1%)14 (1.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99995 (8.5%)24 (2.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49919 (1.7%)18 (2.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9994 (0.4%)13 (1.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49923 (2.1%)35 (4.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99923 (2.1%)48 (5.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99962 (5.5%)141 (16.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99930 (2.7%)30 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999115 (10.2%)48 (5.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99936 (3.2%)46 (5.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99966 (5.9%)25 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99938 (3.4%)57 (6.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99975 (6.7%)87 (10.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999140 (12.5%)58 (6.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99954 (4.8%)22 (2.5%)
$100,000+135 (12.0%)60 (6.9%)
Total1,124 (100.0%)873 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Canton

Average earnings in Canton are $46,758 for men and $39,349 for women, a difference of 15.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $143,889, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $33,672. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,800, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,583.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Canton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$38,936$39,089
College or Associate's Degree$57,344$29,583
Bachelor's Degree$33,672$60,800
Graduate Degree$143,889$55,250
Total$46,758$39,349

Family Income in Canton

Family Income Brackets in Canton

According to the Canton family income data, there are 227 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Canton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000343.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999717.3%
$25,000 to $34,999909.2%
$35,000 to $49,999868.8%
$50,000 to $74,99922723.3%
$75,000 to $99,999919.3%
$100,000 to $149,99922723.3%
$150,000 to $199,999606.1%
$200,000+909.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Canton

4-person families (195 | 20.0%) account for the highest median family income in Canton with $91,625 per family, while 2-person families (489 | 50.1%) have the highest median income of $28,730 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Canton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families489 (50.1%)$57,460
3-Person Families211 (21.6%)$85,208
4-Person Families195 (20.0%)$91,625
5-Person Families36 (3.7%)$0
6-Person Families11 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families34 (3.5%)$0
Total976 (100.0%)$71,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Canton

The median family income in Canton is $71,500, with families comprising 3+ earners (108) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (178) have the lowest median family income of $49,063, accounting for 11.1% and 18.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Canton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners178 (18.2%)$49,063
1 Earner377 (38.6%)$55,743
2 Earners313 (32.1%)$119,135
3+ Earners108 (11.1%)$250,001
Total976 (100.0%)$71,500

Household Income in Canton

Household Income Brackets in Canton

With 369 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Canton, accounting for 20.2% of all households. In contrast, only 60 households (3.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Canton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001106.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991337.3%
$15,000 to $24,99921211.6%
$25,000 to $34,99928315.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991638.9%
$50,000 to $74,99936920.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991618.8%
$100,000 to $149,99924713.5%
$150,000 to $199,999603.3%
$200,000+894.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Canton

The median household income in Canton is $52,500, with the highest median household income of $80,994 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 545 households (29.8%) 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 108 households (5.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Canton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years108 (5.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years545 (29.8%)$80,994
45 to 64 Years570 (31.2%)$63,750
65+ Years603 (33.0%)$27,193
Total1,826 (100.0%)$52,500

Poverty in Canton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Canton

With 16.3% poverty level for males and 10.0% for females among the residents of Canton, 55 to 64 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 159 males (43.8%) and 15 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Canton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (17.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years9 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (5.2%)8 (11.8%)
12 to 14 Years9 (12.3%)8 (7.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years50 (28.1%)27 (15.2%)
25 to 34 Years19 (5.4%)15 (6.6%)
35 to 44 Years30 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years21 (15.3%)32 (12.4%)
55 to 64 Years159 (43.8%)12 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)66 (18.9%)
Total350 (16.3%)183 (10.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Canton

According to the poverty statistics in Canton, males aged 15 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Canton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years159 (82.8%)111 (100.0%)
5 Years60 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years181 (94.8%)60 (88.2%)
12 to 14 Years64 (87.7%)93 (92.1%)
15 Years12 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years128 (71.9%)151 (84.8%)
25 to 34 Years330 (94.6%)212 (93.4%)
35 to 44 Years186 (86.1%)206 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years116 (84.7%)225 (87.5%)
55 to 64 Years204 (56.2%)188 (94.0%)
65 to 74 Years175 (94.6%)105 (100.0%)
75 Years and over147 (100.0%)284 (81.1%)
Total1,802 (83.7%)1,651 (90.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Canton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Canton show that 4.9% or 35 of the total 718 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 8.6%, comprising of 35 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 Canton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children374 (91.4%)35 (8.6%)
1 or 2 Children257 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total683 (95.1%)35 (4.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Canton

According to the poverty data in Canton, 14.9% or 11 single-father households and 17.9% or 33 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Canton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)20 (42.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 or more Children11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (14.9%)33 (17.9%)

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

The poverty data for Canton shows that 35 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 44 of the single-parent households (17.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (8.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 13 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Canton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children35 (8.6%)20 (42.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total35 (4.9%)44 (17.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Canton

Employment by Class of Employer in Canton

Among the 1,604 employed individuals in Canton, private company employees (1,153 | 71.9%), local government employees (142 | 8.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (136 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Canton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,15371.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)161.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1368.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations935.8%
Local Government Employees1428.8%
State Government Employees261.6%
Federal Government Employees382.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,604100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Canton

According to the labor force statistics for Canton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,432), 50.8% or 1,743 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 45 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 80.8% or 379 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.2% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Canton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years66 (34.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years195 (77.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years253 (70.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years200 (68.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years379 (80.8%)20 (5.3%)
45 to 54 Years307 (73.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years112 (47.5%)17 (15.2%)
60 to 64 Years161 (47.5%)9 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years25 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over44 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,743 (50.8%)45 (2.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Canton

According to labor force statistics for Canton, 66.8% of individuals (1,411) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,113) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 47 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 79.8% or 712 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.9% or 28 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Canton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School95 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma351 (62.1%)15 (2.6%)
College / Associate Degree712 (79.8%)35 (3.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher254 (76.7%)12 (3.5%)
Total1,411 (66.8%)70 (3.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Canton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Canton are Management (171 | 10.1%), Community & Social Service (136 | 8.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (94 | 5.5%), Education Instruction & Library (83 | 4.9%), and Business & Financial (66 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Canton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Canton, 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 Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Canton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management82 (47.9%)89 (52.0%)
Business & Financial13 (19.7%)53 (80.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 20 (14.7%)116 (85.3%)
Education, Arts & Media20 (58.8%)14 (41.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)83 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating18 (19.2%)76 (80.8%)
Health Technologists18 (31.6%)39 (68.4%)
Total (Category)167 (33.3%)334 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)867 (51.1%)829 (48.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Canton are Security & Protection (98 | 5.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (98 | 5.8%), Firefighting & Prevention (79 | 4.7%), Personal Care & Service (67 | 4.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (57 | 3.4%).
Services Occupations in Canton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Canton, 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%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Canton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Security & Protection98 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance66 (67.3%)32 (32.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
Total (Category)164 (47.7%)180 (52.3%)
Total (Overall)867 (51.1%)829 (48.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Canton are Office & Administration (204 | 12.0%), and Sales & Related (197 | 11.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Canton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Canton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related80 (40.6%)117 (59.4%)
Office & Administration34 (16.7%)170 (83.3%)
Total (Category)114 (28.4%)287 (71.6%)
Total (Overall)867 (51.1%)829 (48.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Canton are Construction & Extraction (136 | 8.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (113 | 6.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Canton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Canton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)249 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)867 (51.1%)829 (48.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Canton are Transportation (104 | 6.1%), Material Moving (58 | 3.4%), and Production (39 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Canton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Canton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving30 (51.7%)28 (48.3%)
Total (Category)173 (86.1%)28 (13.9%)
Total (Overall)867 (51.1%)829 (48.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Canton

Employment Industries in Canton

The major employment industries in Canton include Retail Trade (253 | 14.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (233 | 13.7%), Manufacturing (165 | 9.7%), Educational Services (154 | 9.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (127 | 7.5%).
Employment Industries in Canton

Employment Industries by Sex in Canton

The Canton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Canton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction60 (84.5%)11 (15.5%)
Manufacturing142 (86.1%)23 (13.9%)
Wholesale Trade76 (60.3%)50 (39.7%)
Retail Trade150 (59.3%)103 (40.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing8 (57.1%)6 (42.9%)
Professional & Scientific15 (45.5%)18 (54.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support57 (49.6%)58 (50.4%)
Educational Services71 (46.1%)83 (53.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance57 (24.5%)176 (75.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation17 (50.0%)17 (50.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)127 (100.0%)
Public Administration80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total867 (51.1%)829 (48.9%)

Education in Canton

School Enrollment in Canton

The most common levels of schooling among the 936 students in Canton are high school (220 | 23.5%), college / undergraduate (185 | 19.8%), and middle school (177 | 18.9%).
School Enrollment in Canton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool636.7%
Kindergarten11011.7%
Elementary School15917.0%
Middle School17718.9%
High School22023.5%
College / Undergraduate18519.8%
Graduate / Professional222.4%
Total936100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Canton

Out of a total of 936 students who are enrolled in schools in Canton, 176 (18.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 760 (81.2%) 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 48 (76.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 212 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Canton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds15 (23.8%)48 (76.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old210 (81.7%)47 (18.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds212 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds66 (79.5%)17 (20.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds28 (30.4%)64 (69.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total760 (81.2%)176 (18.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Canton

Education (149 | 29.8%), business (95 | 19.0%), liberal arts & history (85 | 17.0%), engineering (46 | 9.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (41 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 500 individuals in Canton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Canton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural418.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology357.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering469.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies112.2%
Science & Technology102.0%
Business9519.0%
Education14929.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History8517.0%
Visual & Performing Arts91.8%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities193.8%
Total500100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Canton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Canton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Canton are males with 2 vehicles (348, accounting for 44.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (270, making up 42.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Canton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle13 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle120 (15.3%)205 (25.3%)
2 Vehicles348 (44.3%)270 (33.3%)
3 Vehicles239 (30.4%)275 (33.9%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles65 (8.3%)61 (7.5%)
Total785 (100.0%)811 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Canton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Canton are 30 to 34 minutes (302 commuters, 20.3%), 60 to 89 minutes (232 commuters, 15.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (145 commuters, 9.8%).
Commute Time in Canton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes845.7%
5 to 9 Minutes1439.6%
10 to 14 Minutes976.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1459.8%
20 to 24 Minutes1339.0%
25 to 29 Minutes674.5%
30 to 34 Minutes30220.3%
35 to 39 Minutes533.6%
40 to 44 Minutes664.4%
45 to 59 Minutes966.5%
60 to 89 Minutes23215.6%
90 or more Minutes674.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Canton

The most common commute times in Canton are 30 to 34 minutes (203 commuters, 26.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (119 commuters, 16.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Canton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes61 (7.8%)23 (3.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes63 (8.1%)80 (11.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes47 (6.0%)50 (7.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes26 (3.3%)119 (16.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes41 (5.3%)92 (13.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)67 (9.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes203 (26.0%)99 (14.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes17 (2.2%)36 (5.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes66 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes55 (7.0%)41 (5.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes171 (21.9%)61 (8.6%)
90 or more Minutes30 (3.8%)37 (5.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Canton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Canton are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (212, 27.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (157, 22.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Canton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM212 (27.2%)17 (2.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM16 (2.1%)57 (8.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM122 (15.6%)11 (1.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM66 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM36 (4.6%)121 (17.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM134 (17.2%)132 (18.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM81 (10.4%)157 (22.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM52 (6.7%)47 (6.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM8 (1.0%)36 (5.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)47 (6.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (2.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM22 (2.8%)30 (4.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM31 (4.0%)36 (5.1%)
Total780 (100.0%)705 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Canton

Occupancy by Ownership in Canton

Of the total 1,826 dwellings in Canton, owner-occupied units account for 1,158 (63.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 668 (36.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Canton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,15863.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units66836.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,826100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Canton

Occupancy by Household Size in Canton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household71639.2%
2-Person Household58131.8%
3-Person Household24013.1%
4+ Person Household28915.8%
Total Housing Units1,826100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Canton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Canton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household431 (60.2%)285 (39.8%)
2-Person Household460 (79.2%)121 (20.8%)
3-Person Household88 (36.7%)152 (63.3%)
4+ Person Household179 (61.9%)110 (38.1%)
Total Housing Units1,158 (63.4%)668 (36.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Canton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Canton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School189 (88.7%)24 (11.3%)
High School Diploma279 (52.4%)253 (47.6%)
College/Associate Degree520 (65.7%)271 (34.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher170 (58.6%)120 (41.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Canton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Canton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years40021.9%
35 to 44 Years25313.9%
45 to 54 Years21311.7%
55 to 64 Years35719.6%
65 to 74 Years20611.3%
75 to 84 Years31117.0%
85 Years and Over864.7%
Total1,826100.0%

Housing Finances in Canton

Median Income by Occupancy in Canton

Median Income by Occupancy in Canton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,158 (63.4%)$56,786
Renter-Occupied668 (36.6%)$28,728
Average1,826 (100.0%)$52,500

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Canton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Canton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)32 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99949 (4.2%)28 (4.2%)
$10,000 to $14,999134 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99992 (7.9%)50 (7.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (0.5%)63 (9.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99993 (8.0%)190 (28.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999113 (9.8%)50 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999283 (24.4%)86 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99997 (8.4%)63 (9.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999141 (12.2%)106 (15.9%)
$150,000 or more150 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)668 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Canton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Canton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300130 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499153 (13.2%)64 (9.6%)
$500 to $799294 (25.4%)176 (26.4%)
$800 to $999127 (11.0%)108 (16.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499190 (16.4%)223 (33.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999174 (15.0%)71 (10.6%)
$2,000 to $2,49951 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99926 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more13 (1.1%)10 (1.5%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)668 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Canton

Housing Structures in Canton

Housing Structures in Canton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,36774.9%
Single Unit, Attached251.4%
2 Unit Apartments854.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1769.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments130.7%
10 or more Apartments1407.7%
Mobile Home / Other201.1%
Total1,826100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Canton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Canton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,120 (81.9%)247 (18.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)85 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)176 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments18 (12.9%)122 (87.1%)
Mobile Home / Other20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,158 (63.4%)668 (36.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Canton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Canton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)43 (6.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms28 (2.4%)166 (24.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms491 (42.4%)284 (42.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms483 (41.7%)94 (14.1%)
8 or more Rooms156 (13.5%)81 (12.1%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)668 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Canton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Canton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas258 (22.3%)43 (6.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity900 (77.7%)625 (93.6%)
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%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)668 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Canton

Household Vehicle Usage in Canton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (1.0%)79 (11.8%)
1 Vehicle548 (47.3%)340 (50.9%)
2 Vehicles314 (27.1%)185 (27.7%)
3 or more Vehicles284 (24.5%)64 (9.6%)
Total1,158 (100.0%)668 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Canton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Canton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units576582
Median Property Value$124,800$177,300
Median Household Income$42,857$61
Monthly Housing Costs$505$13
Real Estate Taxes$1,373$84

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Canton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Canton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00020 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999120 (20.8%)29 (5.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999357 (62.0%)489 (84.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99962 (10.8%)51 (8.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)13 (2.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more17 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total576 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Canton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Canton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00049 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999158 (27.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99953 (9.2%)74 (12.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99989 (15.4%)40 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999100 (17.4%)24 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (4.9%)183 (31.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (1.7%)69 (11.9%)
$150,000 or more89 (15.4%)131 (22.5%)
Total576 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Canton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Canton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x123 (21.3%)71,071 (12,211.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x101 (17.5%)195 (33.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x83 (14.4%)125 (21.5%)
4.0x or more269 (46.7%)184 (31.6%)
Total576 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Canton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Canton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800130 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499192 (33.3%)10 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,499244 (42.4%)12 (2.1%)
Total576 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Canton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years371 (96.1%)15 (3.9%)
6 to 18 Years592 (91.9%)52 (8.1%)
19 to 25 Years278 (85.0%)49 (15.0%)
26 to 34 Years364 (76.3%)113 (23.7%)
35 to 44 Years361 (85.6%)61 (14.4%)
45 to 54 Years327 (83.0%)67 (17.0%)
55 to 64 Years433 (76.9%)130 (23.1%)
65 to 74 Years290 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older497 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,513 (87.8%)487 (12.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Canton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Canton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born371 (96.1%)15 (3.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen592 (91.9%)52 (8.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen278 (85.0%)49 (15.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Canton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Canton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000538 (89.4%)64 (10.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999531 (77.0%)159 (23.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999831 (91.9%)73 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999303 (76.7%)92 (23.3%)
$100,000 and over1,293 (93.7%)87 (6.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6141 (36.5%)239 (61.9%)
6 to 18 Years201 (31.2%)464 (72.1%)
19 to 25 Years13 (4.0%)265 (81.0%)
25 to 34 Years82 (17.2%)282 (59.1%)
35 to 44 Years19 (4.5%)342 (81.0%)
45 to 54 Years86 (21.8%)258 (65.5%)
55 to 64 Years89 (15.8%)379 (67.3%)
65 to 74 Years290 (100.0%)85 (29.3%)
75 Years and over497 (100.0%)436 (87.7%)
Total1,418 (35.4%)2,750 (68.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Canton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Canton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (4.7%)8 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years26 (4.9%)19 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years117 (16.3%)70 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years71 (38.4%)21 (20.0%)
75 Years and over75 (51.0%)179 (51.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Canton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Canton: <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 Years49 (6.8%)23 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years50 (27.0%)21 (20.0%)
75 Years and over22 (15.0%)90 (25.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Canton: <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 Years36 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (4.8%)36 (10.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Canton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (4.7%)8 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years26 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years36 (5.0%)22 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years38 (20.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (4.8%)65 (18.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Canton: <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 Years47 (6.6%)35 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years65 (35.1%)12 (11.4%)
75 Years and over46 (31.3%)72 (20.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Canton: <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 Years28 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years32 (17.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (4.8%)29 (8.3%)

Technology Access in Canton

Computing Device Access in Canton

Computing Device Access in Canton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,36174.5%
Smartphone1,46880.4%
Tablet84946.5%
No Computing Device20411.2%
Total1,826100.0%

Internet Access in Canton

Internet Access in Canton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home94551.7%
Cellular Data Only36019.7%
Satellite Internet1297.1%
No Internet40922.4%
Total1,826100.0%

Canton Summary

Canton, Texas is a small town located in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States. It is situated approximately 60 miles east of Dallas and is part of the Tyler-Longview metropolitan area. The town was founded in 1848 and has a population of approximately 3,000 people.

History

Canton was founded in 1848 by a group of settlers from Canton, Mississippi. The town was named after the original Canton, Mississippi, which was named after the city of Canton in China. The town was originally a trading post and was known as Canton Station. In 1854, the town was officially incorporated and the name was changed to Canton.
The town grew rapidly in the late 19th century and early 20th century due to the railroad and the cotton industry. The town was also home to several large cotton gins and a cottonseed oil mill. The town was also home to several churches, schools, and businesses.
In the late 20th century, the town began to decline due to the decline of the cotton industry. The town was also affected by the Great Depression and World War II. However, the town has seen a resurgence in recent years due to the growth of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

Geography

Canton is located in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States. It is situated approximately 60 miles east of Dallas and is part of the Tyler-Longview metropolitan area. The town is situated on the banks of the Sabine River and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town has a total area of 4.2 square miles and a population of approximately 3,000 people.

Economy

Canton’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms and ranches, as well as several tourist attractions. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Canton was 3,000. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% 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 the town was $37,500 and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $18,000. About 11.3% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Canton, Texas is a small town located in Van Zandt County, Texas, United States. It is situated approximately 60 miles east of Dallas and is part of the Tyler-Longview metropolitan area. The town was founded in 1848 and has a population of approximately 3,000 people. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and services. The racial makeup of the town is 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. The median income for a household in the town was $37,500 and the median income for a family was $45,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Canton?
Total Population of Canton is 4,279.
What is the Total Male Population of Canton?
Total Male Population of Canton is 2,343.
What is the Total Female Population of Canton?
Total Female Population of Canton is 1,936.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Canton?
There are 121.02 Males per 100 Females in Canton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Canton?
There are 82.63 Females per 100 Males in Canton.
What is the Median Population Age in Canton?
Median Population Age in Canton is 40.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Canton
Average Family Size in Canton is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Canton
Average Household Size in Canton is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Canton?
Per Capita income in Canton is $30,175.
What is the Median Family Income in Canton?
Median Family Income in Canton is $71,500.
What is the Median Household income in Canton?
Median Household Income in Canton is $52,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Canton?
Income or Wage Gap in Canton is 24.3%.
Women in Canton earn 75.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Canton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Canton is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Canton?
There are 1,743 People in the Labor Forcein in Canton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Canton?
50.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Canton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Canton?
Unemployment Rate in Canton is 2.6%.