Erath, LA

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Erath Overview

2,231
TOTAL POPULATION
1,091
MALE POPULATION
1,140
FEMALE POPULATION
95.70
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.49
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,341
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,593
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,486
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,147
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Erath Zip Codes

Erath Area Codes

Race in Erath

The most populous races in Erath are White / Caucasian (1,941 | 87.0%), Hispanic or Latino (198 | 8.9%), and Black / African American (154 | 6.9%).
Race in Erath
Race# Population% Population
Asian532.4%
Black / African American1546.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1988.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,94187.0%
Two or more Races823.7%
Some other Race10.0%
Total2,231100.0%

Ancestry in Erath

The most populous ancestries reported in Erath are French (379 | 17.0%), French Canadian (353 | 15.8%), American (207 | 9.3%), German (149 | 6.7%), and Irish (147 | 6.6%), together accounting for 55.4% of all Erath residents.
Ancestry in Erath
Ancestry# Population% Population
African361.6%
American2079.3%
Cajun1205.4%
Chilean160.7%
English542.4%
French37917.0%
French Canadian35315.8%
German1496.7%
Irish1476.6%
Italian703.1%
Mexican321.4%
Norwegian110.5%
Scottish60.3%
South American160.7%
Spaniard1416.3%
Spanish90.4%
Sri Lankan532.4%
Subsaharan African361.6%
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Immigrants in Erath

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Erath came from Asia (53 | 2.4%), South Eastern Asia (53 | 2.4%), Vietnam (53 | 2.4%), Latin America (8 | 0.4%), and South America (8 | 0.4%), together accounting for 7.9% of all Erath residents.
Immigrants in Erath
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia532.4%
Brazil70.3%
Chile10.0%
Latin America80.4%
South America80.4%
South Eastern Asia532.4%
Vietnam532.4%
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Sex and Age in Erath

Sex and Age in Erath

The most populous age groups in Erath are 10 to 14 Years (146 | 13.4%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (123 | 10.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Erath
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years52 (4.8%)56 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Years81 (7.4%)96 (8.4%)
10 to 14 Years146 (13.4%)83 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years140 (12.8%)77 (6.8%)
20 to 24 Years37 (3.4%)65 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years79 (7.2%)53 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Years82 (7.5%)93 (8.2%)
35 to 39 Years43 (3.9%)70 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years100 (9.2%)49 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years40 (3.7%)123 (10.8%)
50 to 54 Years68 (6.2%)105 (9.2%)
55 to 59 Years73 (6.7%)70 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years29 (2.7%)16 (1.4%)
65 to 69 Years44 (4.0%)87 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years29 (2.7%)34 (3.0%)
75 to 79 Years16 (1.5%)34 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years7 (0.6%)16 (1.4%)
85 Years and over25 (2.3%)13 (1.1%)
Total1,091 (100.0%)1,140 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Erath

Median Family Size in Erath

The median family size in Erath is 2.92 persons per family, with single female/mother families (200 | 29.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (26 | 3.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Erath
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple446 (66.4%)2.88
Single Male/Father26 (3.9%)2.85
Single Female/Mother200 (29.8%)3.02
Total Families672 (100.0%)2.92

Median Household Size in Erath

The median household size in Erath is 2.54 persons per household, with single female/mother households (200 | 22.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.19 persons per household. non-family households (208 | 23.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Erath
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple446 (50.7%)2.88
Single Male/Father26 (2.9%)3.12
Single Female/Mother200 (22.7%)3.19
Non-family208 (23.6%)1.10
Total Households880 (100.0%)2.54

Household Size by Marriage Status in Erath

Out of a total of 880 households in Erath, 672 (76.4%) are family households, while 208 (23.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 242, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 184.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Erath
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-184 (20.9%)
2-Person Households214 (24.3%)24 (2.7%)
3-Person Households145 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households242 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households56 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total672 (76.4%)208 (23.6%)

Female Fertility in Erath

Fertility by Age in Erath

Average fertility rate in Erath is 87.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 213.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 91.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Erath
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years45 (91.8%)213.0
35 to 50 years4 (8.2%)15.0
Total49 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Erath

40.8% of women with births (49) in Erath are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 64.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Erath
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years16 (35.6%)29 (64.4%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (40.8%)29 (59.2%)

Fertility by Education in Erath

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Erath
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School7 (14.3%)111.0
High School Diploma29 (59.2%)137.0
College or Associate's Degree9 (18.4%)57.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree4 (8.2%)143.0
Total49 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Erath

59.2% of women with births in Erath are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Erath
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (40.8%)29 (59.2%)

Income in Erath

Income Overview in Erath

Per Capita Income in Erath is $27,341, while median incomes of families and households are $57,593 and $45,486 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,231$27,341
Median Family Income672$57,593
Mean Family Income672$79,325
Median Household Income880$45,486
Mean Household Income880$71,186
Income Deficit672$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,23146.22%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,23153.78¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,2310.48

Earnings by Sex in Erath

Average Earnings in Erath are $28,841, $45,292 for men and $24,356 for women, a difference of 46.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Erath
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male519 (45.4%)$45,292
Female625 (54.6%)$24,356
Total1,144 (100.0%)$28,841

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Erath

The most common earnings brackets in Erath are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (99 | 19.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (92 | 14.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Erath
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less48 (9.2%)46 (7.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9997 (1.3%)37 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49930 (5.8%)3 (0.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99923 (4.4%)13 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)15 (2.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)25 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49919 (3.7%)65 (10.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99917 (3.3%)33 (5.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)51 (8.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)33 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99947 (9.1%)92 (14.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99937 (7.1%)47 (7.5%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)4 (0.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99928 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99938 (7.3%)38 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9996 (1.2%)20 (3.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99929 (5.6%)38 (6.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99999 (19.1%)53 (8.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99955 (10.6%)12 (1.9%)
$100,000+36 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total519 (100.0%)625 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Erath

Average earnings in Erath are $49,531 for men and $26,217 for women, a difference of 47.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,918, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,474. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,083, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,150.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Erath
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,474$0
High School Diploma$40,476$19,150
College or Associate's Degree$46,563$26,471
Bachelor's Degree$63,750$33,882
Graduate Degree$68,918$49,083
Total$49,531$26,217

Family Income in Erath

Family Income Brackets in Erath

According to the Erath family income data, there are 152 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Erath
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000162.4%
$10,000 to $14,99940.6%
$15,000 to $24,9997110.6%
$25,000 to $34,99911316.8%
$35,000 to $49,99912318.3%
$50,000 to $74,9999013.4%
$75,000 to $99,999578.5%
$100,000 to $149,99915222.6%
$150,000 to $199,999355.2%
$200,000+111.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Erath

4-person families (217 | 32.3%) account for the highest median family income in Erath with $102,917 per family, while 4-person families (217 | 32.3%) have the highest median income of $25,729 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Erath
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families222 (33.0%)$50,000
3-Person Families162 (24.1%)$30,238
4-Person Families217 (32.3%)$102,917
5-Person Families56 (8.3%)$98,333
6-Person Families15 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total672 (100.0%)$57,593

Family Income by Number of Earners in Erath

The median family income in Erath is $57,593, with families comprising 3+ earners (57) having the highest median family income of $137,566, while families with 1 earner (305) have the lowest median family income of $29,931, accounting for 8.5% and 45.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Erath
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners42 (6.2%)$43,929
1 Earner305 (45.4%)$29,931
2 Earners268 (39.9%)$99,375
3+ Earners57 (8.5%)$137,566
Total672 (100.0%)$57,593

Household Income in Erath

Household Income Brackets in Erath

With 157 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Erath, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 11 households (1.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Erath
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000485.5%
$10,000 to $14,999434.9%
$15,000 to $24,99910211.6%
$25,000 to $34,99914716.7%
$35,000 to $49,99913615.5%
$50,000 to $74,99910111.5%
$75,000 to $99,999849.5%
$100,000 to $149,99915717.8%
$150,000 to $199,999515.8%
$200,000+111.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Erath

The median household income in Erath is $45,486, with the highest median household income of $89,861 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 29 households (3.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,188, with 217 households (24.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Erath
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years29 (3.3%)$89,861
25 to 44 Years349 (39.7%)$57,802
45 to 64 Years285 (32.4%)$58,750
65+ Years217 (24.7%)$32,188
Total880 (100.0%)$45,486

Poverty in Erath

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Erath

With 17.2% poverty level for males and 20.0% for females among the residents of Erath, under 5 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 35 males (67.3%) and 36 females (57.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Erath
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years35 (67.3%)15 (26.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)7 (33.3%)
6 to 11 Years23 (24.0%)27 (21.4%)
12 to 14 Years26 (22.6%)8 (25.0%)
15 Years10 (31.2%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years6 (11.5%)10 (37.0%)
18 to 24 Years19 (20.4%)9 (9.1%)
25 to 34 Years24 (14.9%)48 (32.9%)
35 to 44 Years6 (4.2%)23 (19.3%)
45 to 54 Years12 (11.1%)13 (5.7%)
55 to 64 Years15 (14.7%)23 (26.7%)
65 to 74 Years12 (16.4%)9 (7.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)36 (57.1%)
Total188 (17.2%)228 (20.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Erath

According to the poverty statistics in Erath, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Erath
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (32.7%)41 (73.2%)
5 Years16 (100.0%)14 (66.7%)
6 to 11 Years73 (76.0%)99 (78.6%)
12 to 14 Years89 (77.4%)24 (75.0%)
15 Years22 (68.8%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years46 (88.5%)17 (63.0%)
18 to 24 Years74 (79.6%)90 (90.9%)
25 to 34 Years137 (85.1%)98 (67.1%)
35 to 44 Years137 (95.8%)96 (80.7%)
45 to 54 Years96 (88.9%)215 (94.3%)
55 to 64 Years87 (85.3%)63 (73.3%)
65 to 74 Years61 (83.6%)112 (92.6%)
75 Years and over48 (100.0%)27 (42.9%)
Total903 (82.8%)912 (80.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Erath

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Erath show that 3.1% or 14 of the total 446 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 36.7%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Erath
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children180 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children233 (98.7%)3 (1.3%)
3 or 4 Children19 (63.3%)11 (36.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total432 (96.9%)14 (3.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Erath

According to the poverty data in Erath, 34.6% or 9 single-father households and 36.5% or 73 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 9 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Erath
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)22 (36.7%)
1 or 2 Children9 (100.0%)39 (32.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)7 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total9 (34.6%)73 (36.5%)

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

The poverty data for Erath shows that 14 of the married-couple family households (3.1%) and 82 of the single-parent households (36.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (36.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Erath
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)22 (28.6%)
1 or 2 Children3 (1.3%)48 (36.9%)
3 or 4 Children11 (36.7%)7 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total14 (3.1%)82 (36.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Erath

Employment by Class of Employer in Erath

Among the 1,066 employed individuals in Erath, private company employees (665 | 62.4%), local government employees (111 | 10.4%), and self-employed (incorporated) (84 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Erath
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees66562.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)847.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)847.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations585.4%
Local Government Employees11110.4%
State Government Employees454.2%
Federal Government Employees191.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,066100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Erath

According to the labor force statistics for Erath, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,669), 68.7% or 1,147 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 42 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 96.2% or 127 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.2% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Erath
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years50 (29.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years98 (96.1%)8 (8.2%)
25 to 29 Years127 (96.2%)7 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Years151 (86.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years247 (94.3%)6 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years287 (85.4%)21 (7.3%)
55 to 59 Years86 (60.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years30 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years54 (27.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,147 (68.7%)42 (3.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Erath

According to labor force statistics for Erath, 84.9% of individuals (928) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,093) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 34 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 92.3% or 192 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.5% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Erath
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School118 (80.8%)12 (8.5%)
High School Diploma356 (81.3%)22 (5.1%)
College / Associate Degree192 (92.3%)6 (3.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher262 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total928 (84.9%)40 (3.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Erath

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Erath are Health Diagnosing & Treating (117 | 10.6%), Community & Social Service (107 | 9.7%), Management (90 | 8.1%), Education Instruction & Library (90 | 8.1%), and Health Technologists (34 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Erath

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Erath, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Erath
OccupationMaleFemale
Management13 (14.4%)77 (85.6%)
Business & Financial16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science26 (83.9%)5 (16.1%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 12 (11.2%)95 (88.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (13.3%)78 (86.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating61 (52.1%)56 (47.9%)
Health Technologists7 (20.6%)27 (79.4%)
Total (Category)128 (35.5%)233 (64.5%)
Total (Overall)492 (44.5%)613 (55.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Erath are Cleaning & Maintenance (70 | 6.3%), Healthcare Support (63 | 5.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (46 | 4.2%), Personal Care & Service (46 | 4.2%), and Security & Protection (15 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Erath

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Erath, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (63.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (30.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Erath
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
Security & Protection15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving32 (69.6%)14 (30.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance50 (71.4%)20 (28.6%)
Personal Care & Service17 (37.0%)29 (63.0%)
Total (Category)114 (47.5%)126 (52.5%)
Total (Overall)492 (44.5%)613 (55.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Erath are Sales & Related (155 | 14.0%), and Office & Administration (104 | 9.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Erath

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Erath
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related23 (14.8%)132 (85.2%)
Office & Administration20 (19.2%)84 (80.8%)
Total (Category)43 (16.6%)216 (83.4%)
Total (Overall)492 (44.5%)613 (55.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Erath are Construction & Extraction (83 | 7.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (15 | 1.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Erath

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Erath
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction73 (87.9%)10 (12.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)93 (90.3%)10 (9.7%)
Total (Overall)492 (44.5%)613 (55.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Erath are Material Moving (67 | 6.1%), Transportation (39 | 3.5%), and Production (36 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Erath

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Erath
OccupationMaleFemale
Production36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving39 (58.2%)28 (41.8%)
Total (Category)114 (80.3%)28 (19.7%)
Total (Overall)492 (44.5%)613 (55.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Erath

Employment Industries in Erath

The major employment industries in Erath include Health Care & Social Assistance (214 | 19.4%), Retail Trade (192 | 17.4%), Educational Services (105 | 9.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (88 | 8.0%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (73 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Erath

Employment Industries by Sex in Erath

The Erath industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (93.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (85.3%), Educational Services (75.2%), and Public Administration (75.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Erath
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting5 (14.7%)29 (85.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction68 (93.1%)5 (6.9%)
Construction50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing41 (82.0%)9 (18.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade65 (33.9%)127 (66.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance20 (39.2%)31 (60.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific14 (42.4%)19 (57.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support44 (65.7%)23 (34.3%)
Educational Services26 (24.8%)79 (75.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance65 (30.4%)149 (69.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services32 (36.4%)56 (63.6%)
Public Administration15 (25.0%)45 (75.0%)
Total492 (44.5%)613 (55.5%)

Education in Erath

School Enrollment in Erath

The most common levels of schooling among the 690 students in Erath are middle school (205 | 29.7%), high school (157 | 22.8%), and elementary school (135 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in Erath
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool304.3%
Kindergarten558.0%
Elementary School13519.6%
Middle School20529.7%
High School15722.8%
College / Undergraduate10214.8%
Graduate / Professional60.9%
Total690100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Erath

Out of a total of 690 students who are enrolled in schools in Erath, 103 (14.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 587 (85.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 49 (38.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 33 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Erath
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds20 (74.1%)7 (25.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old172 (97.2%)5 (2.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds191 (84.1%)36 (15.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds78 (61.4%)49 (38.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds67 (91.8%)6 (8.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total587 (85.1%)103 (14.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Erath

Education (96 | 27.3%), arts & humanities (74 | 21.0%), science & technology (71 | 20.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (29 | 8.2%), and liberal arts & history (22 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 352 individuals in Erath who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Erath
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural298.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences41.1%
Engineering123.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies185.1%
Science & Technology7120.2%
Business123.4%
Education9627.3%
Literature & Languages61.7%
Liberal Arts & History226.2%
Visual & Performing Arts82.3%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities7421.0%
Total352100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Erath

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Erath

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Erath are males with 2 vehicles (230, accounting for 46.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (248, making up 40.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Erath
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle30 (6.1%)71 (12.4%)
1 Vehicle59 (12.0%)133 (23.2%)
2 Vehicles230 (46.8%)248 (43.2%)
3 Vehicles116 (23.6%)67 (11.7%)
4 Vehicles20 (4.1%)22 (3.8%)
5 or more Vehicles37 (7.5%)33 (5.8%)
Total492 (100.0%)574 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Erath

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Erath are 5 to 9 minutes (209 commuters, 20.7%), 30 to 34 minutes (196 commuters, 19.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (106 commuters, 10.5%).
Commute Time in Erath
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes929.1%
5 to 9 Minutes20920.7%
10 to 14 Minutes10610.5%
15 to 19 Minutes10510.4%
20 to 24 Minutes313.1%
25 to 29 Minutes595.8%
30 to 34 Minutes19619.4%
35 to 39 Minutes131.3%
40 to 44 Minutes717.0%
45 to 59 Minutes666.5%
60 to 89 Minutes525.1%
90 or more Minutes101.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Erath

The most common commute times in Erath are 30 to 34 minutes (73 commuters, 15.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (162 commuters, 29.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Erath
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes55 (11.8%)37 (6.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes47 (10.1%)162 (29.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes63 (13.6%)43 (7.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes63 (13.6%)42 (7.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes17 (3.7%)14 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes29 (6.2%)30 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes73 (15.7%)123 (22.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes10 (2.2%)3 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)71 (13.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes45 (9.7%)21 (3.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes52 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes10 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Erath

The most frequent times of departure to work in Erath are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (84, 18.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (127, 23.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Erath
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM19 (4.1%)59 (10.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM21 (4.5%)34 (6.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM55 (11.8%)31 (5.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM48 (10.3%)39 (7.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM50 (10.8%)127 (23.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM84 (18.1%)50 (9.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM41 (8.8%)108 (19.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20 (4.3%)57 (10.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM36 (7.8%)16 (2.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM57 (12.3%)17 (3.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM29 (6.2%)8 (1.5%)
Total464 (100.0%)546 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Erath

Occupancy by Ownership in Erath

Of the total 880 dwellings in Erath, owner-occupied units account for 563 (64.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 317 (36.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Erath
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units56364.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units31736.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units880100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Erath

Occupancy by Household Size in Erath
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household18420.9%
2-Person Household23827.1%
3-Person Household14516.5%
4+ Person Household31335.6%
Total Housing Units880100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Erath

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Erath
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household84 (45.7%)100 (54.3%)
2-Person Household192 (80.7%)46 (19.3%)
3-Person Household75 (51.7%)70 (48.3%)
4+ Person Household212 (67.7%)101 (32.3%)
Total Housing Units563 (64.0%)317 (36.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Erath

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Erath
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School41 (37.6%)68 (62.4%)
High School Diploma220 (69.0%)99 (31.0%)
College/Associate Degree139 (60.4%)91 (39.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher163 (73.4%)59 (26.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Erath

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Erath
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years21324.2%
35 to 44 Years16518.8%
45 to 54 Years17019.3%
55 to 64 Years11513.1%
65 to 74 Years13014.8%
75 to 84 Years495.6%
85 Years and Over384.3%
Total880100.0%

Housing Finances in Erath

Median Income by Occupancy in Erath

Median Income by Occupancy in Erath
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied563 (64.0%)$74,125
Renter-Occupied317 (36.0%)$30,536
Average880 (100.0%)$45,486

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Erath

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Erath
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (3.2%)9 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99914 (2.5%)7 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (1.4%)35 (11.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99959 (10.5%)6 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (1.1%)31 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99956 (10.0%)91 (28.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99973 (13.0%)63 (19.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99951 (9.1%)50 (15.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99971 (12.6%)13 (4.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999145 (25.8%)12 (3.8%)
$150,000 or more62 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total563 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Erath

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Erath
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30099 (17.6%)10 (3.2%)
$300 to $499162 (28.8%)61 (19.2%)
$500 to $79961 (10.8%)20 (6.3%)
$800 to $99968 (12.1%)110 (34.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49971 (12.6%)27 (8.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99953 (9.4%)12 (3.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49949 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total563 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Erath

Housing Structures in Erath

Housing Structures in Erath
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached63572.2%
Single Unit, Attached60.7%
2 Unit Apartments708.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments161.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments252.8%
10 or more Apartments30.3%
Mobile Home / Other12514.2%
Total880100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Erath

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Erath
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached443 (69.8%)192 (30.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other120 (96.0%)5 (4.0%)
Total563 (64.0%)317 (36.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Erath

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Erath
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms25 (4.4%)47 (14.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms252 (44.8%)159 (50.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms171 (30.4%)108 (34.1%)
8 or more Rooms115 (20.4%)3 (0.9%)
Total563 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Erath

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Erath
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas273 (48.5%)134 (42.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity286 (50.8%)183 (57.7%)
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%)
Total563 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Erath

Household Vehicle Usage in Erath
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)86 (27.1%)
1 Vehicle166 (29.5%)151 (47.6%)
2 Vehicles271 (48.1%)61 (19.2%)
3 or more Vehicles126 (22.4%)19 (6.0%)
Total563 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Erath

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Erath

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units319244
Median Property Value$73,700$170,300
Median Household Income$45,265$22
Monthly Housing Costs$369$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$21

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Erath

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Erath
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00095 (29.8%)15 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99997 (30.4%)35 (14.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999118 (37.0%)149 (61.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9999 (2.8%)45 (18.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total319 (100.0%)244 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Erath

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Erath
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00026 (8.2%)6 (2.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99973 (22.9%)6 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99941 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (17.5%)15 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99918 (5.6%)17 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (8.2%)33 (13.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99939 (12.2%)45 (18.4%)
$150,000 or more40 (12.5%)106 (43.4%)
Total319 (100.0%)244 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Erath

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Erath
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x176 (55.2%)103,250 (42,315.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x35 (11.0%)97 (39.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x22 (6.9%)133 (54.5%)
4.0x or more86 (27.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total319 (100.0%)244 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Erath

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Erath
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800228 (71.5%)6 (2.5%)
$800 to $1,4996 (1.9%)186 (76.2%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)12 (4.9%)
Total319 (100.0%)244 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Erath

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Erath

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Erath
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years135 (93.1%)10 (6.9%)
6 to 18 Years549 (98.9%)6 (1.1%)
19 to 25 Years148 (87.6%)21 (12.4%)
26 to 34 Years236 (87.1%)35 (12.9%)
35 to 44 Years225 (85.9%)37 (14.1%)
45 to 54 Years290 (86.3%)46 (13.7%)
55 to 64 Years155 (82.5%)33 (17.5%)
65 to 74 Years194 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,043 (91.6%)188 (8.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Erath

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Erath
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born135 (93.1%)10 (6.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen549 (98.9%)6 (1.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen148 (87.6%)21 (12.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Erath

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Erath
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000354 (96.7%)12 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999636 (91.0%)63 (9.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999236 (88.4%)31 (11.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999239 (92.6%)19 (7.4%)
$100,000 and over578 (90.2%)63 (9.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Erath

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Erath
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 674 (51.0%)69 (47.6%)
6 to 18 Years311 (56.0%)263 (47.4%)
19 to 25 Years36 (21.3%)112 (66.3%)
25 to 34 Years79 (29.1%)157 (57.9%)
35 to 44 Years64 (24.4%)166 (63.4%)
45 to 54 Years113 (33.6%)177 (52.7%)
55 to 64 Years63 (33.5%)101 (53.7%)
65 to 74 Years194 (100.0%)90 (46.4%)
75 Years and over111 (100.0%)81 (73.0%)
Total1,045 (46.8%)1,216 (54.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Erath

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Erath
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years49 (15.8%)34 (15.3%)
18 to 34 Years44 (17.3%)8 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years52 (14.7%)76 (17.5%)
65 to 74 Years39 (53.4%)76 (62.8%)
75 Years and over23 (47.9%)20 (31.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Erath

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Erath: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)18 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.0%)
75 Years and over3 (6.2%)6 (9.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Erath: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (7.1%)6 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.4%)3 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)34 (28.1%)
75 Years and over6 (12.5%)5 (7.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Erath: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years17 (5.5%)28 (12.6%)
18 to 34 Years38 (15.0%)8 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years25 (7.1%)34 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)31 (25.6%)
75 Years and over8 (16.7%)10 (15.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Erath: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years42 (11.9%)42 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years34 (46.6%)40 (33.1%)
75 Years and over14 (29.2%)11 (17.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Erath: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6 (1.9%)10 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years11 (3.1%)3 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years39 (53.4%)11 (9.1%)
75 Years and over8 (16.7%)9 (14.3%)

Technology Access in Erath

Computing Device Access in Erath

Computing Device Access in Erath
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop52059.1%
Smartphone76086.4%
Tablet48254.8%
No Computing Device627.0%
Total880100.0%

Internet Access in Erath

Internet Access in Erath
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home59467.5%
Cellular Data Only12514.2%
Satellite Internet10812.3%
No Internet10812.3%
Total880100.0%

Erath Summary

Erath is a small town located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Vermilion River, about 20 miles south of Lafayette. The town was founded in 1884 and named after the Erath family, who were among the first settlers in the area. The population of Erath was 1,845 in the 2010 census.

Geography

Erath is located in the southwestern part of Vermilion Parish, about 20 miles south of Lafayette. The town is situated on the banks of the Vermilion River, which flows through the area. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the area. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

Erath’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and cotton. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, convenience stores, and a few retail stores.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Erath had a population of 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Erath was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,000. The per capita income for the town was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Erath is served by the Vermilion Parish School District. The town is home to Erath High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school offers a variety of academic and extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and other activities.

Conclusion

Erath is a small town located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the banks of the Vermilion River, about 20 miles south of Lafayette. The town was founded in 1884 and named after the Erath family, who were among the first settlers in the area. The population of Erath was 1,845 in the 2010 census. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture, and it is served by the Vermilion Parish School District. Erath is a small, rural town with a rich history and a bright future.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Erath?
Total Population of Erath is 2,231.
What is the Total Male Population of Erath?
Total Male Population of Erath is 1,091.
What is the Total Female Population of Erath?
Total Female Population of Erath is 1,140.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Erath?
There are 95.70 Males per 100 Females in Erath.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Erath?
There are 104.49 Females per 100 Males in Erath.
What is the Median Population Age in Erath?
Median Population Age in Erath is 34.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Erath
Average Family Size in Erath is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Erath
Average Household Size in Erath is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Erath?
Per Capita income in Erath is $27,341.
What is the Median Family Income in Erath?
Median Family Income in Erath is $57,593.
What is the Median Household income in Erath?
Median Household Income in Erath is $45,486.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Erath?
Income or Wage Gap in Erath is 46.2%.
Women in Erath earn 53.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Erath?
Inequality or Gini Index in Erath is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Erath?
There are 1,147 People in the Labor Forcein in Erath.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Erath?
68.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Erath.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Erath?
Unemployment Rate in Erath is 3.7%.