West Carson, CA

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West Carson Overview

22,240
TOTAL POPULATION
10,581
MALE POPULATION
11,659
FEMALE POPULATION
90.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,730
PER CAPITA INCOME
$104,138
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$91,495
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
7.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
11,817
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in West Carson

The most populous races in West Carson are Asian (8,614 | 38.7%), Hispanic or Latino (7,002 | 31.5%), and White / Caucasian (4,917 | 22.1%).
Race in West Carson
Race# Population% Population
Asian8,61438.7%
Black / African American2,29810.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific850.4%
Hispanic or Latino7,00231.5%
Native / Alaskan2281.0%
White / Caucasian4,91722.1%
Two or more Races2,62411.8%
Some other Race3,47415.6%
Total22,240100.0%

Ancestry in West Carson

The most populous ancestries reported in West Carson are Mexican (5,786 | 26.0%), Korean (4,468 | 20.1%), Burmese (1,856 | 8.4%), Indian (Asian) (1,418 | 6.4%), and German (751 | 3.4%), together accounting for 64.2% of all West Carson residents.
Ancestry in West Carson
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan80.0%
African710.3%
Albanian10.0%
American5802.6%
Arab450.2%
Argentinean310.1%
Armenian170.1%
Australian50.0%
Austrian60.0%
Bangladeshi110.1%
Basque230.1%
Belgian240.1%
Belizean1390.6%
Bhutanese7113.2%
Bulgarian450.2%
Burmese1,8568.4%
Canadian90.0%
Central American3391.5%
Central American Indian1040.5%
Cherokee2441.1%
Chinese620.3%
Choctaw260.1%
Colombian270.1%
Creek1100.5%
Cuban940.4%
Czech150.1%
Czechoslovakian250.1%
Danish370.2%
Dominican150.1%
Dutch580.3%
Ecuadorian1390.6%
Egyptian170.1%
English4432.0%
European1610.7%
Filipino750.3%
Finnish80.0%
French3051.4%
French Canadian160.1%
German7513.4%
Ghanaian150.1%
Greek750.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro130.1%
Guatemalan1080.5%
Haitian160.1%
Hungarian250.1%
Indian (Asian)1,4186.4%
Indonesian220.1%
Iranian1210.5%
Irish6442.9%
Italian3661.7%
Japanese740.3%
Korean4,46820.1%
Laotian740.3%
Lebanese30.0%
Lithuanian80.0%
Mexican5,78626.0%
Mexican American Indian2181.0%
Native Hawaiian50.0%
Nepalese470.2%
Nicaraguan160.1%
Norwegian570.3%
Pakistani1810.8%
Peruvian530.2%
Polish1370.6%
Portuguese1600.7%
Puerto Rican2040.9%
Russian340.2%
Salvadoran2151.0%
Samoan900.4%
Scandinavian530.2%
Scotch-Irish190.1%
Scottish2070.9%
South African20.0%
South American3071.4%
South American Indian1300.6%
Spaniard250.1%
Spanish950.4%
Sri Lankan4562.1%
Subsaharan African1100.5%
Swedish460.2%
Swiss230.1%
Syrian250.1%
Thai790.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian800.4%
Ukrainian80.0%
Uruguayan570.3%
Vietnamese490.2%
Welsh970.4%
Yaqui160.1%
Yugoslavian380.2%
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Immigrants in West Carson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Carson came from Asia (5,413 | 24.3%), South Eastern Asia (3,140 | 14.1%), Latin America (2,797 | 12.6%), Philippines (2,658 | 11.9%), and Central America (2,436 | 11.0%), together accounting for 73.9% of all West Carson residents.
Immigrants in West Carson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan80.0%
Africa750.3%
Argentina440.2%
Armenia60.0%
Asia5,41324.3%
Australia50.0%
Austria110.1%
Bangladesh260.1%
Belize170.1%
Brazil110.1%
Cambodia170.1%
Caribbean1110.5%
Central America2,43611.0%
China5212.3%
Colombia270.1%
Cuba310.1%
Denmark110.1%
Eastern Africa470.2%
Eastern Asia1,8838.5%
Eastern Europe280.1%
Ecuador920.4%
Egypt110.1%
El Salvador1270.6%
England90.0%
Europe1240.6%
Germany230.1%
Ghana150.1%
Greece230.1%
Guatemala1000.4%
Hong Kong890.4%
India860.4%
Indonesia200.1%
Iran550.3%
Italy60.0%
Japan1840.8%
Korea1,1785.3%
Laos110.1%
Latin America2,79712.6%
Lebanon30.0%
Mexico2,1699.8%
Nepal1120.5%
Nicaragua160.1%
Northern Africa110.1%
Northern Europe330.2%
Oceania290.1%
Pakistan60.0%
Panama70.0%
Peru190.1%
Philippines2,65811.9%
Poland70.0%
Russia210.1%
Saudi Arabia180.1%
Singapore210.1%
South Africa20.0%
South America2501.1%
South Central Asia3101.4%
South Eastern Asia3,14014.1%
Southern Europe290.1%
Sri Lanka170.1%
Taiwan580.3%
Thailand840.4%
Trinidad and Tobago800.4%
Turkey50.0%
Uruguay570.3%
Vietnam3001.3%
Western Africa150.1%
Western Asia800.4%
Western Europe340.2%
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Sex and Age in West Carson

Sex and Age in West Carson

The most populous age groups in West Carson are 30 to 34 Years (1,088 | 10.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,052 | 9.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in West Carson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years467 (4.4%)510 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Years393 (3.7%)544 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Years463 (4.4%)453 (3.9%)
15 to 19 Years458 (4.3%)427 (3.7%)
20 to 24 Years491 (4.6%)478 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Years929 (8.8%)751 (6.4%)
30 to 34 Years1,088 (10.3%)951 (8.2%)
35 to 39 Years604 (5.7%)588 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Years750 (7.1%)698 (6.0%)
45 to 49 Years471 (4.4%)708 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years712 (6.7%)692 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years552 (5.2%)762 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years771 (7.3%)1,052 (9.0%)
65 to 69 Years917 (8.7%)812 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years549 (5.2%)903 (7.7%)
75 to 79 Years374 (3.5%)559 (4.8%)
80 to 84 Years402 (3.8%)427 (3.7%)
85 Years and over190 (1.8%)344 (2.9%)
Total10,581 (100.0%)11,659 (100.0%)

Families and Households in West Carson

Median Family Size in West Carson

The median family size in West Carson is 3.09 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,305 | 22.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.21 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (490 | 8.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.55 persons per family.
Median Family Size in West Carson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,963 (68.8%)3.12
Single Male/Father490 (8.5%)2.55
Single Female/Mother1,305 (22.7%)3.21
Total Families5,758 (100.0%)3.09

Median Household Size in West Carson

The median household size in West Carson is 2.69 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,305 | 16.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.35 persons per household. non-family households (2,184 | 27.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
Median Household Size in West Carson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,963 (49.9%)3.21
Single Male/Father490 (6.2%)2.74
Single Female/Mother1,305 (16.4%)3.35
Non-family2,184 (27.5%)1.33
Total Households7,942 (100.0%)2.69

Household Size by Marriage Status in West Carson

Out of a total of 7,942 households in West Carson, 5,758 (72.5%) are family households, while 2,184 (27.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,670, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,639.
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Carson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,639 (20.6%)
2-Person Households2,670 (33.6%)466 (5.9%)
3-Person Households1,299 (16.4%)34 (0.4%)
4-Person Households964 (12.1%)45 (0.6%)
5-Person Households539 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households133 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households153 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,758 (72.5%)2,184 (27.5%)

Female Fertility in West Carson

Fertility by Age in West Carson

Average fertility rate in West Carson is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 45.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in West Carson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years27 (17.9%)63.0
20 to 34 years56 (37.1%)26.0
35 to 50 years68 (45.0%)31.0
Total151 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Carson

54.3% of women with births (151) in West Carson are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Carson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years26 (38.2%)42 (61.8%)
Total82 (54.3%)69 (45.7%)

Fertility by Education in West Carson

Average fertility rate in West Carson is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 61.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 38.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in West Carson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School27 (17.9%)49.0
High School Diploma16 (10.6%)17.0
College or Associate's Degree18 (11.9%)15.0
Bachelor's Degree58 (38.4%)36.0
Graduate Degree32 (21.2%)61.0
Total151 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Carson

45.7% of women with births in West Carson are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma 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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Carson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
High School Diploma16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree16 (27.6%)42 (72.4%)
Graduate Degree32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (54.3%)69 (45.7%)

Income in West Carson

Income Overview in West Carson

Per Capita Income in West Carson is $42,730, while median incomes of families and households are $104,138 and $91,495 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income22,240$42,730
Median Family Income5,758$104,138
Mean Family Income5,758$122,655
Median Household Income7,942$91,495
Mean Household Income7,942$115,319
Income Deficit5,758$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)22,2407.52%
Wage / Income Gap ($)22,24092.48¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index22,2400.43

Earnings by Sex in West Carson

Average Earnings in West Carson are $46,238, $47,670 for men and $44,083 for women, a difference of 7.5%.
Earnings by Sex in West Carson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male6,173 (51.2%)$47,670
Female5,881 (48.8%)$44,083
Total12,054 (100.0%)$46,238

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Carson

The most common earnings brackets in West Carson are $100,000+ for men (999 | 16.2%) and $100,000+ for women (998 | 17.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Carson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less95 (1.5%)225 (3.8%)
$2,500 to $4,999165 (2.7%)221 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499254 (4.1%)156 (2.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99932 (0.5%)143 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499155 (2.5%)122 (2.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99992 (1.5%)135 (2.3%)
$15,000 to $17,499134 (2.2%)104 (1.8%)
$17,500 to $19,999105 (1.7%)226 (3.8%)
$20,000 to $22,499108 (1.8%)71 (1.2%)
$22,500 to $24,999117 (1.9%)101 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,999345 (5.6%)472 (8.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999507 (8.2%)535 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999272 (4.4%)219 (3.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999445 (7.2%)256 (4.3%)
$45,000 to $49,999322 (5.2%)235 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999324 (5.2%)313 (5.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999555 (9.0%)393 (6.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999413 (6.7%)306 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999734 (11.9%)650 (11.1%)
$100,000+999 (16.2%)998 (17.0%)
Total6,173 (100.0%)5,881 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Carson

Average earnings in West Carson are $51,516 for men and $47,093 for women, a difference of 8.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $87,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,162. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,321, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,179.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Carson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,162$32,467
High School Diploma$45,987$34,783
College or Associate's Degree$44,883$32,179
Bachelor's Degree$59,398$64,677
Graduate Degree$87,500$72,321
Total$51,516$47,093

Family Income in West Carson

Family Income Brackets in West Carson

According to the West Carson family income data, there are 1,324 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 23 families (0.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in West Carson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000811.4%
$10,000 to $14,999230.4%
$15,000 to $24,9992764.8%
$25,000 to $34,9995249.1%
$35,000 to $49,9994157.2%
$50,000 to $74,99974913.0%
$75,000 to $99,99963311.0%
$100,000 to $149,9991,32423.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991,05918.4%
$200,000+67911.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Carson

7+ person families (81 | 1.4%) account for the highest median family income in West Carson with $176,424 per family, while 3-person families (1,256 | 21.8%) have the highest median income of $42,354 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Carson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,843 (49.4%)$76,118
3-Person Families1,256 (21.8%)$127,061
4-Person Families962 (16.7%)$122,589
5-Person Families467 (8.1%)$136,431
6-Person Families149 (2.6%)$107,344
7+ Person Families81 (1.4%)$176,424
Total5,758 (100.0%)$104,138

Family Income by Number of Earners in West Carson

The median family income in West Carson is $104,138, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,128) having the highest median family income of $159,347, while families with no earners (1,124) have the lowest median family income of $37,778, accounting for 19.6% and 19.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Carson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,124 (19.5%)$37,778
1 Earner1,336 (23.2%)$67,100
2 Earners2,170 (37.7%)$126,284
3+ Earners1,128 (19.6%)$159,347
Total5,758 (100.0%)$104,138

Household Income in West Carson

Household Income Brackets in West Carson

With 1,715 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in West Carson, accounting for 21.6% of all households. In contrast, only 111 households (1.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in West Carson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002543.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991111.4%
$15,000 to $24,9993103.9%
$25,000 to $34,9996838.6%
$35,000 to $49,9997789.8%
$50,000 to $74,9991,12014.1%
$75,000 to $99,99988211.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991,71521.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991,26315.9%
$200,000+82610.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in West Carson

The median household income in West Carson is $91,495, with the highest median household income of $123,639 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,061 households (38.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 74 households (0.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in West Carson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years74 (0.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years2,079 (26.2%)$103,710
45 to 64 Years3,061 (38.5%)$123,639
65+ Years2,728 (34.4%)$49,722
Total7,942 (100.0%)$91,495

Poverty in West Carson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Carson

With 7.6% poverty level for males and 10.3% for females among the residents of West Carson, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 32 males (49.2%) and 140 females (20.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Carson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years123 (28.5%)56 (11.1%)
5 Years32 (49.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years32 (6.1%)7 (1.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)70 (18.5%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)12 (16.0%)
16 and 17 Years27 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years32 (4.7%)140 (20.8%)
25 to 34 Years70 (3.5%)221 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years51 (3.8%)104 (8.1%)
45 to 54 Years43 (3.7%)54 (3.9%)
55 to 64 Years117 (9.3%)175 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years85 (6.0%)223 (13.6%)
75 Years and over166 (21.2%)89 (8.2%)
Total778 (7.6%)1,151 (10.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Carson

According to the poverty statistics in West Carson, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 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 West Carson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years309 (71.5%)450 (88.9%)
5 Years33 (50.8%)124 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years490 (93.9%)428 (98.4%)
12 to 14 Years269 (100.0%)308 (81.5%)
15 Years58 (100.0%)63 (84.0%)
16 and 17 Years183 (87.1%)154 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years648 (95.3%)534 (79.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,917 (96.5%)1,468 (86.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,290 (96.2%)1,178 (91.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,113 (96.3%)1,344 (96.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,143 (90.7%)1,588 (90.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,323 (94.0%)1,412 (86.4%)
75 Years and over616 (78.8%)992 (91.8%)
Total9,392 (92.3%)10,043 (89.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Carson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Carson show that 4.3% or 171 of the total 3,963 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.0%, comprising of 91 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.7%, which includes 73 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Carson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,603 (97.3%)73 (2.7%)
1 or 2 Children1,042 (92.0%)91 (8.0%)
3 or 4 Children147 (95.5%)7 (4.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,792 (95.7%)171 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Carson

According to the poverty data in West Carson, 7.1% or 35 single-father households and 10.8% or 141 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 17 households (36.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (22.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Carson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children18 (4.4%)68 (8.5%)
1 or 2 Children17 (36.2%)44 (12.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)29 (22.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (7.1%)141 (10.8%)

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

The poverty data for West Carson shows that 171 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 176 of the single-parent households (9.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 91 households (8.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 household (17.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Carson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children73 (2.7%)86 (7.1%)
1 or 2 Children91 (8.0%)61 (14.7%)
3 or 4 Children7 (4.5%)29 (17.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total171 (4.3%)176 (9.8%)

Employment Characteristics in West Carson

Employment by Class of Employer in West Carson

Among the 10,948 employed individuals in West Carson, private company employees (7,168 | 65.5%), local government employees (1,627 | 14.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (765 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in West Carson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7,16865.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2672.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7657.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations6866.3%
Local Government Employees1,62714.9%
State Government Employees1461.3%
Federal Government Employees2812.6%
Unpaid Family Workers80.1%
Total10,948100.0%

Employment Status by Age in West Carson

According to the labor force statistics for West Carson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (19,277), 61.3% or 11,817 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 626 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.6% or 1,488 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.4% or 169 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in West Carson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years135 (18.0%)15 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Years827 (85.3%)77 (9.3%)
25 to 29 Years1,488 (88.6%)115 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Years1,778 (87.2%)44 (2.5%)
35 to 44 Years2,262 (85.7%)93 (4.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,188 (84.7%)81 (3.7%)
55 to 59 Years1,045 (79.5%)5 (0.5%)
60 to 64 Years1,176 (64.5%)169 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years853 (26.8%)24 (2.8%)
75 Years and over64 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total11,817 (61.3%)626 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Carson

According to labor force statistics for West Carson, 82.2% of individuals (9,929) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,079) are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 506 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 87.5% or 3,974 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.4% or 96 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Carson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School775 (66.5%)145 (12.4%)
High School Diploma2,323 (78.1%)68 (2.3%)
College / Associate Degree2,857 (84.1%)217 (6.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,974 (87.5%)200 (4.4%)
Total9,929 (82.2%)616 (5.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in West Carson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Carson are Management (1,124 | 10.0%), Community & Social Service (1,123 | 10.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (861 | 7.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (811 | 7.2%), and Business & Financial (632 | 5.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in West Carson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Carson, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (84.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (84.6%), Health Technologists (80.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in West Carson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management578 (51.4%)546 (48.6%)
Business & Financial265 (41.9%)367 (58.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science570 (70.3%)241 (29.7%)
Computers & Mathematics222 (71.4%)89 (28.6%)
Architecture & Engineering331 (84.9%)59 (15.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science17 (15.4%)93 (84.6%)
Community & Social Service 409 (36.4%)714 (63.6%)
Education, Arts & Media60 (40.3%)89 (59.7%)
Legal Services & Support16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library109 (20.6%)420 (79.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment224 (52.2%)205 (47.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating170 (19.7%)691 (80.3%)
Health Technologists106 (19.7%)432 (80.3%)
Total (Category)1,992 (43.8%)2,559 (56.2%)
Total (Overall)5,851 (52.3%)5,339 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in West Carson are Food Preparation & Serving (577 | 5.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (369 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (285 | 2.5%), Healthcare Support (281 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (252 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in West Carson

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in West Carson, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (69.1%), Firefighting & Prevention (68.4%), and Security & Protection (67.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (81.4%), Healthcare Support (77.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (39.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in West Carson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support63 (22.4%)218 (77.6%)
Security & Protection170 (67.5%)82 (32.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention115 (68.4%)53 (31.6%)
Law Enforcement55 (65.5%)29 (34.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving349 (60.5%)228 (39.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance255 (69.1%)114 (30.9%)
Personal Care & Service53 (18.6%)232 (81.4%)
Total (Category)890 (50.4%)874 (49.5%)
Total (Overall)5,851 (52.3%)5,339 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Carson are Office & Administration (1,609 | 14.4%), and Sales & Related (1,110 | 9.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in West Carson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in West Carson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related609 (54.9%)501 (45.1%)
Office & Administration654 (40.6%)955 (59.4%)
Total (Category)1,263 (46.5%)1,456 (53.5%)
Total (Overall)5,851 (52.3%)5,339 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Carson are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (271 | 2.4%), and Construction & Extraction (241 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in West Carson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in West Carson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction241 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)512 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)5,851 (52.3%)5,339 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Carson are Production (655 | 5.9%), Material Moving (579 | 5.2%), and Transportation (410 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in West Carson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in West Carson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production381 (58.2%)274 (41.8%)
Transportation365 (89.0%)45 (11.0%)
Material Moving448 (77.4%)131 (22.6%)
Total (Category)1,194 (72.6%)450 (27.4%)
Total (Overall)5,851 (52.3%)5,339 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in West Carson

Employment Industries in West Carson

The major employment industries in West Carson include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,660 | 14.8%), Manufacturing (1,424 | 12.7%), Retail Trade (1,143 | 10.2%), Educational Services (1,013 | 9.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (963 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in West Carson

Employment Industries by Sex in West Carson

The West Carson industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (95.8%), and Information (87.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Educational Services (75.7%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (75.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Carson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction412 (95.8%)18 (4.2%)
Manufacturing807 (56.7%)617 (43.3%)
Wholesale Trade354 (63.7%)202 (36.3%)
Retail Trade659 (57.7%)484 (42.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing773 (80.3%)190 (19.7%)
Utilities95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information299 (87.4%)43 (12.6%)
Finance & Insurance163 (47.4%)181 (52.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing104 (34.2%)200 (65.8%)
Professional & Scientific347 (52.1%)319 (47.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support264 (68.0%)124 (32.0%)
Educational Services246 (24.3%)767 (75.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance406 (24.5%)1,254 (75.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation95 (62.1%)58 (37.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services367 (55.3%)296 (44.7%)
Public Administration289 (59.6%)196 (40.4%)
Total5,851 (52.3%)5,339 (47.7%)

Education in West Carson

School Enrollment in West Carson

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,208 students in West Carson are college / undergraduate (1,223 | 29.1%), high school (771 | 18.3%), and middle school (761 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in West Carson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2305.5%
Kindergarten2225.3%
Elementary School68416.3%
Middle School76118.1%
High School77118.3%
College / Undergraduate1,22329.1%
Graduate / Professional3177.5%
Total4,208100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Carson

Out of a total of 4,208 students who are enrolled in schools in West Carson, 896 (21.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,312 (78.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 282 (51.4% 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 812 (88.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Carson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds133 (64.2%)74 (35.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old812 (88.4%)106 (11.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds780 (85.2%)136 (14.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds375 (78.6%)102 (21.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds198 (83.2%)40 (16.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds476 (86.9%)72 (13.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds267 (48.6%)282 (51.4%)
35 Years and over272 (76.6%)83 (23.4%)
Total3,312 (78.7%)896 (21.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Carson

Business (1,438 | 22.8%), science & technology (767 | 12.1%), engineering (595 | 9.4%), education (516 | 8.2%), and visual & performing arts (418 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 6,322 individuals in West Carson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Carson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics2954.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3565.6%
Physical & Health Sciences771.2%
Psychology2333.7%
Social Sciences4026.4%
Engineering5959.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies320.5%
Science & Technology76712.1%
Business1,43822.8%
Education5168.2%
Literature & Languages2794.4%
Liberal Arts & History2443.9%
Visual & Performing Arts4186.6%
Communications3074.9%
Arts & Humanities3635.7%
Total6,322100.0%

Transportation & Commute in West Carson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Carson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Carson are males with 2 vehicles (2,154, accounting for 37.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,922, making up 41.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Carson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle43 (0.7%)89 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle768 (13.4%)848 (16.3%)
2 Vehicles2,154 (37.6%)1,922 (37.0%)
3 Vehicles1,480 (25.8%)1,237 (23.8%)
4 Vehicles754 (13.2%)814 (15.7%)
5 or more Vehicles537 (9.4%)289 (5.6%)
Total5,736 (100.0%)5,199 (100.0%)

Commute Time in West Carson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Carson are 15 to 19 minutes (2,323 commuters, 23.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,561 commuters, 15.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,241 commuters, 12.6%).
Commute Time in West Carson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes670.7%
5 to 9 Minutes4915.0%
10 to 14 Minutes1,24112.6%
15 to 19 Minutes2,32323.6%
20 to 24 Minutes1,56115.8%
25 to 29 Minutes7507.6%
30 to 34 Minutes1,16011.8%
35 to 39 Minutes1921.9%
40 to 44 Minutes4254.3%
45 to 59 Minutes5385.5%
60 to 89 Minutes8388.5%
90 or more Minutes2742.8%

Commute Time by Sex in West Carson

The most common commute times in West Carson are 15 to 19 minutes (1,320 commuters, 25.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,003 commuters, 21.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in West Carson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes35 (0.7%)32 (0.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes296 (5.7%)195 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes517 (9.9%)724 (15.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,320 (25.4%)1,003 (21.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes661 (12.7%)900 (19.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes310 (6.0%)440 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes670 (12.9%)490 (10.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes158 (3.0%)34 (0.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes294 (5.7%)131 (2.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes315 (6.1%)223 (4.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes465 (8.9%)373 (8.0%)
90 or more Minutes158 (3.0%)116 (2.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Carson

The most frequent times of departure to work in West Carson are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (582, 11.2%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (867, 18.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Carson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM582 (11.2%)129 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM316 (6.1%)99 (2.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM453 (8.7%)256 (5.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM418 (8.0%)195 (4.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM436 (8.4%)219 (4.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM464 (8.9%)603 (12.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM217 (4.2%)417 (8.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM525 (10.1%)867 (18.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM271 (5.2%)319 (6.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM441 (8.5%)629 (13.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM125 (2.4%)286 (6.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM112 (2.1%)27 (0.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM547 (10.5%)300 (6.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM292 (5.6%)315 (6.8%)
Total5,199 (100.0%)4,661 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in West Carson

Occupancy by Ownership in West Carson

Of the total 7,942 dwellings in West Carson, owner-occupied units account for 5,833 (73.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,109 (26.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in West Carson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units5,83373.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,10926.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units7,942100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in West Carson

Occupancy by Household Size in West Carson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,63920.6%
2-Person Household3,13639.5%
3-Person Household1,33316.8%
4+ Person Household1,83423.1%
Total Housing Units7,942100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Carson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Carson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,020 (62.2%)619 (37.8%)
2-Person Household2,574 (82.1%)562 (17.9%)
3-Person Household941 (70.6%)392 (29.4%)
4+ Person Household1,298 (70.8%)536 (29.2%)
Total Housing Units5,833 (73.4%)2,109 (26.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Carson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Carson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School730 (78.7%)197 (21.2%)
High School Diploma955 (57.1%)717 (42.9%)
College/Associate Degree1,922 (78.7%)521 (21.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,226 (76.8%)674 (23.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Carson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Carson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,15014.5%
35 to 44 Years1,00312.6%
45 to 54 Years1,33916.9%
55 to 64 Years1,72221.7%
65 to 74 Years1,61020.3%
75 to 84 Years99112.5%
85 Years and Over1271.6%
Total7,942100.0%

Housing Finances in West Carson

Median Income by Occupancy in West Carson

Median Income by Occupancy in West Carson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied5,833 (73.4%)$104,270
Renter-Occupied2,109 (26.6%)$69,472
Average7,942 (100.0%)$91,495

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Carson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Carson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00021 (0.4%)188 (8.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99926 (0.4%)19 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)110 (5.2%)
$15,000 to $19,999157 (2.7%)21 (1.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99980 (1.4%)54 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999560 (9.6%)122 (5.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999550 (9.4%)226 (10.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999672 (11.5%)449 (21.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999672 (11.5%)209 (9.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,328 (22.8%)388 (18.4%)
$150,000 or more1,767 (30.3%)323 (15.3%)
Total5,833 (100.0%)2,109 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Carson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Carson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300253 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499441 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799753 (12.9%)183 (8.7%)
$800 to $999293 (5.0%)75 (3.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499855 (14.7%)443 (21.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999689 (11.8%)417 (19.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499664 (11.4%)505 (23.9%)
$2,500 to $2,999508 (8.7%)115 (5.4%)
$3,000 or more1,377 (23.6%)220 (10.4%)
Total5,833 (100.0%)2,109 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in West Carson

Housing Structures in West Carson

Housing Structures in West Carson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,35954.9%
Single Unit, Attached79910.1%
2 Unit Apartments2062.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments911.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5076.4%
10 or more Apartments79610.0%
Mobile Home / Other1,18414.9%
Total7,942100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Carson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Carson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,652 (83.8%)707 (16.2%)
Single Unit, Attached594 (74.3%)205 (25.7%)
2 Unit Apartments70 (34.0%)136 (66.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments61 (67.0%)30 (33.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments413 (81.5%)94 (18.5%)
10 or more Apartments254 (31.9%)542 (68.1%)
Mobile Home / Other789 (66.6%)395 (33.4%)
Total5,833 (73.4%)2,109 (26.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Carson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Carson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room61 (1.1%)229 (10.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms755 (12.9%)504 (23.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,595 (44.5%)1,097 (52.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,857 (31.8%)265 (12.6%)
8 or more Rooms565 (9.7%)14 (0.7%)
Total5,833 (100.0%)2,109 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Carson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Carson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4,369 (74.9%)1,463 (69.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas90 (1.5%)16 (0.8%)
Electricity1,079 (18.5%)538 (25.5%)
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 Used295 (5.1%)92 (4.4%)
Total5,833 (100.0%)2,109 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in West Carson

Household Vehicle Usage in West Carson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle253 (4.3%)126 (6.0%)
1 Vehicle1,282 (22.0%)873 (41.4%)
2 Vehicles2,381 (40.8%)682 (32.3%)
3 or more Vehicles1,917 (32.9%)428 (20.3%)
Total5,833 (100.0%)2,109 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in West Carson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Carson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,1063,727
Median Property Value$451,700$638,200
Median Household Income$69,057$1,452
Monthly Housing Costs$632$1,377
Real Estate Taxes$2,249$45

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Carson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Carson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000203 (9.6%)50 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999276 (13.1%)21 (0.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999361 (17.1%)150 (4.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999358 (17.0%)790 (21.2%)
$500,000 to $749,999656 (31.1%)1,542 (41.4%)
$750,000 to $999,999232 (11.0%)1,087 (29.2%)
$1,000,000 or more20 (0.9%)87 (2.3%)
Total2,106 (100.0%)3,727 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Carson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Carson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (0.4%)106 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999156 (7.4%)39 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999256 (12.2%)81 (2.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999352 (16.7%)304 (8.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999364 (17.3%)198 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999307 (14.6%)308 (8.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999348 (16.5%)365 (9.8%)
$150,000 or more315 (15.0%)980 (26.3%)
Total2,106 (100.0%)3,727 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Carson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Carson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x535 (25.4%)126,080 (3,382.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x161 (7.6%)297 (8.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x156 (7.4%)544 (14.6%)
4.0x or more1,254 (59.5%)654 (17.5%)
Total2,106 (100.0%)3,727 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Carson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Carson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800427 (20.3%)5 (0.1%)
$800 to $1,499244 (11.6%)34 (0.9%)
$800 to $1,4991,134 (53.8%)171 (4.6%)
Total2,106 (100.0%)3,727 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in West Carson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Carson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Carson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,166 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,344 (98.5%)36 (1.5%)
19 to 25 Years1,247 (90.4%)132 (9.6%)
26 to 34 Years3,238 (94.4%)194 (5.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,148 (81.9%)475 (18.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,273 (89.0%)281 (11.0%)
55 to 64 Years2,842 (94.0%)181 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years2,974 (97.7%)69 (2.3%)
75 Years and older1,863 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20,095 (93.6%)1,368 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Carson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Carson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,166 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,344 (98.5%)36 (1.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,247 (90.4%)132 (9.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Carson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Carson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,114 (85.4%)191 (14.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,875 (94.5%)168 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,207 (86.8%)336 (13.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,035 (92.4%)167 (7.6%)
$100,000 and over11,726 (95.9%)506 (4.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Carson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Carson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6487 (41.8%)697 (59.8%)
6 to 18 Years817 (34.3%)1,583 (66.5%)
19 to 25 Years302 (21.9%)945 (68.5%)
25 to 34 Years573 (16.7%)2,728 (79.5%)
35 to 44 Years392 (14.9%)1,845 (70.3%)
45 to 54 Years256 (10.0%)2,078 (81.4%)
55 to 64 Years641 (21.2%)2,276 (75.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,751 (90.4%)1,181 (38.8%)
75 Years and over1,844 (99.0%)956 (51.3%)
Total8,063 (37.6%)14,289 (66.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Carson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Carson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (1.8%)45 (3.7%)
18 to 34 Years82 (3.1%)76 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years215 (5.7%)209 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years411 (29.2%)443 (27.1%)
75 Years and over312 (39.9%)480 (44.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Carson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in West Carson: <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%)6 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years37 (1.0%)50 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years87 (6.2%)38 (2.3%)
75 Years and over228 (29.2%)175 (16.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in West Carson: <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 Years43 (1.6%)32 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years33 (0.9%)16 (0.4%)
65 to 74 Years197 (14.0%)28 (1.7%)
75 Years and over119 (15.2%)44 (4.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in West Carson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (1.8%)45 (3.7%)
18 to 34 Years39 (1.5%)61 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years61 (1.6%)65 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years22 (1.6%)46 (2.8%)
75 Years and over67 (8.6%)156 (14.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in West Carson: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)37 (1.6%)
35 to 64 Years124 (3.3%)121 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years339 (24.1%)228 (13.9%)
75 Years and over179 (22.9%)329 (30.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in West Carson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years18 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years51 (1.4%)14 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years185 (13.1%)54 (3.3%)
75 Years and over107 (13.7%)202 (18.7%)

Technology Access in West Carson

Computing Device Access in West Carson

Computing Device Access in West Carson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop6,58883.0%
Smartphone7,05288.8%
Tablet5,17765.2%
No Computing Device4235.3%
Total7,942100.0%

Internet Access in West Carson

Internet Access in West Carson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet150.2%
Broadband Home6,10176.8%
Cellular Data Only90511.4%
Satellite Internet6047.6%
No Internet7179.0%
Total7,942100.0%

West Carson Summary

Carson is a city located in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It is located 13 miles (21 km) south of downtown Los Angeles and is part of the South Bay region of the Greater Los Angeles Area. As of the 2010 census, Carson had a population of 91,714.

History

The area that is now Carson was originally part of the Rancho San Pedro, a Spanish land grant given to Juan Jose Dominguez in 1784. The land was later divided and sold to a group of settlers in 1854. The area was named after the Carson family, who were among the first settlers.
In the early 1900s, the area was mostly agricultural, with some oil production. In the 1920s, the area began to develop as a residential community. The city of Carson was officially incorporated in 1968.

Geography

Carson is located at 33°51′17″N 118°13′39″W (33.854722, -118.2275). It is bordered by the cities of Long Beach, Compton, and Torrance. It is located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County.
The city has a total area of 19.0 square miles (49.2 km2), of which 18.7 square miles (48.4 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) (1.6%) is water.

Economy

Carson is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The city is also home to the California State University, Dominguez Hills, which is located in the city's western portion.
The city is also home to the Home Depot Center, a sports and entertainment complex that is home to the Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer and Chivas USA of the United Soccer League.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 91,714 people, 28,845 households, and 21,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 4,849.4 people per square mile (1,876.2/km2). There were 30,711 housing units at an average density of 1,622.5 per square mile (625.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 33.2% White, 11.2% African American, 0.8% Native American, 10.7% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 32.5% from other races, and 11.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 57.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,711, and the median income for a family was $50,919. Males had a median income of $35,945 versus $30,935 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of West Carson?
Total Population of West Carson is 22,240.
What is the Total Male Population of West Carson?
Total Male Population of West Carson is 10,581.
What is the Total Female Population of West Carson?
Total Female Population of West Carson is 11,659.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Carson?
There are 90.75 Males per 100 Females in West Carson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Carson?
There are 110.19 Females per 100 Males in West Carson.
What is the Median Population Age in West Carson?
Median Population Age in West Carson is 45.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Carson
Average Family Size in West Carson is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Carson
Average Household Size in West Carson is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Carson?
Per Capita income in West Carson is $42,730.
What is the Median Family Income in West Carson?
Median Family Income in West Carson is $104,138.
What is the Median Household income in West Carson?
Median Household Income in West Carson is $91,495.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Carson?
Income or Wage Gap in West Carson is 7.5%.
Women in West Carson earn 92.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Carson?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Carson is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Carson?
There are 11,817 People in the Labor Forcein in West Carson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Carson?
61.3% of People are in the Labor Force in West Carson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Carson?
Unemployment Rate in West Carson is 5.3%.