Palmetto, LA

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Palmetto Overview

177
TOTAL POPULATION
82
MALE POPULATION
95
FEMALE POPULATION
86.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.85
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,954
PER CAPITA INCOME
$26,538
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
73.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
26.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.70
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
65
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Palmetto Zip Codes

Palmetto Area Codes

Race in Palmetto

The most populous races in Palmetto are Black / African American (107 | 60.5%), White / Caucasian (64 | 36.2%), and Two or more Races (6 | 3.4%).
Race in Palmetto
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American10760.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino21.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian6436.2%
Two or more Races63.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total177100.0%

Ancestry in Palmetto

The most populous ancestries reported in Palmetto are Cajun (19 | 10.7%), French Canadian (7 | 4.0%), African (6 | 3.4%), Subsaharan African (6 | 3.4%), and French (5 | 2.8%), together accounting for 24.3% of all Palmetto residents.
Ancestry in Palmetto
Ancestry# Population% Population
African63.4%
Cajun1910.7%
French52.8%
French Canadian74.0%
Irish42.3%
Mexican21.1%
Norwegian42.3%
Subsaharan African63.4%
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Immigrants in Palmetto

Immigrants in Palmetto
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Palmetto

Sex and Age in Palmetto

The most populous age groups in Palmetto are Under 5 Years (17 | 20.7%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (33 | 34.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Palmetto
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17 (20.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years7 (8.5%)8 (8.4%)
10 to 14 Years8 (9.8%)9 (9.5%)
15 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years3 (3.7%)5 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years3 (3.7%)6 (6.3%)
30 to 34 Years11 (13.4%)9 (9.5%)
35 to 39 Years12 (14.6%)8 (8.4%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.2%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
50 to 54 Years2 (2.4%)33 (34.7%)
55 to 59 Years2 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years2 (2.4%)2 (2.1%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years10 (12.2%)4 (4.2%)
75 to 79 Years5 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (3.2%)
Total82 (100.0%)95 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Palmetto

Median Family Size in Palmetto

The median family size in Palmetto is 2.03 persons per family, with single female/mother families (13 | 18.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.23 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (46 | 66.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.57 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Palmetto
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple46 (66.7%)1.57
Single Male/Father10 (14.5%)2.60
Single Female/Mother13 (18.8%)3.23
Total Families69 (100.0%)2.03

Median Household Size in Palmetto

Median Household Size in Palmetto
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple46 (52.3%)1.57
Single Male/Father10 (11.4%)4.40
Single Female/Mother13 (14.8%)3.23
Non-family19 (21.6%)-
Total Households88 (100.0%)2.01

Household Size by Marriage Status in Palmetto

Out of a total of 88 households in Palmetto, 69 (78.4%) are family households, while 19 (21.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 49, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 19.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Palmetto
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-19 (21.6%)
2-Person Households49 (55.7%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households4 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households16 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total69 (78.4%)19 (21.6%)

Female Fertility in Palmetto

Fertility by Age in Palmetto

Female Fertility by Age in Palmetto
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Palmetto

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Palmetto
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Palmetto

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Palmetto
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Palmetto

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Palmetto
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Palmetto

Income Overview in Palmetto

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income177$39,954
Median Family Income69$0
Mean Family Income69$100,841
Median Household Income88$26,538
Mean Household Income88$83,835
Income Deficit69$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)17773.76%
Wage / Income Gap ($)17726.24¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1770.70

Earnings by Sex in Palmetto

Average Earnings in Palmetto are $27,813, $58,750 for men and $15,417 for women, a difference of 73.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Palmetto
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male35 (53.8%)$58,750
Female30 (46.2%)$15,417
Total65 (100.0%)$27,813

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Palmetto

The most common earnings brackets in Palmetto are $100,000+ for men (12 | 34.3%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (9 | 30.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Palmetto
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)5 (16.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)9 (30.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (11.4%)6 (20.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)5 (16.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (5.7%)2 (6.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9992 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)1 (3.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9991 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)2 (6.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99911 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+12 (34.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Palmetto

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Palmetto
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Palmetto

Family Income Brackets in Palmetto

According to the Palmetto family income data, there are 28 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Palmetto
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00057.2%
$10,000 to $14,999811.6%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9992840.6%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,99934.3%
$75,000 to $99,9991318.8%
$100,000 to $149,999811.6%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+45.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Palmetto

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Palmetto
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families57 (82.6%)$0
3-Person Families4 (5.8%)$0
4-Person Families8 (11.6%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total69 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Palmetto

Family Income by Number of Earners in Palmetto
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners34 (49.3%)$0
1 Earner19 (27.5%)$100,781
2 Earners14 (20.3%)$76,154
3+ Earners2 (2.9%)$0
Total69 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Palmetto

Household Income Brackets in Palmetto

With 28 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Palmetto, accounting for 31.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Palmetto
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001415.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991112.5%
$15,000 to $24,99933.4%
$25,000 to $34,9992831.8%
$35,000 to $49,99922.3%
$50,000 to $74,99955.7%
$75,000 to $99,9991314.8%
$100,000 to $149,99989.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+44.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Palmetto

The median household income in Palmetto is $26,538, with the highest median household income of $75,455 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 34 households (38.6%) 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 5 households (5.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Palmetto
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5 (5.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years34 (38.6%)$75,455
45 to 64 Years32 (36.4%)$26,538
65+ Years17 (19.3%)$0
Total88 (100.0%)$26,538

Poverty in Palmetto

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Palmetto

With 30.5% poverty level for males and 44.2% for females among the residents of Palmetto, 6 to 11 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 15 males (100.0%) and 8 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Palmetto
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years15 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)9 (60.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (33.3%)8 (72.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (55.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total25 (30.5%)38 (44.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Palmetto

According to the poverty statistics in Palmetto, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 45 to 54 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 Palmetto
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years11 (64.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years14 (100.0%)6 (40.0%)
35 to 44 Years8 (66.7%)3 (27.3%)
45 to 54 Years2 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years10 (100.0%)4 (44.4%)
75 Years and over5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (69.5%)48 (55.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Palmetto

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Palmetto
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Palmetto

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Palmetto
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Palmetto
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)5 (38.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)13 (56.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Palmetto

Employment by Class of Employer in Palmetto

Among the 65 employed individuals in Palmetto, state government employees (21 | 32.3%), private company employees (14 | 21.5%), and local government employees (12 | 18.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Palmetto
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1421.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)46.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)69.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations57.7%
Local Government Employees1218.5%
State Government Employees2132.3%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers34.6%
Total65100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Palmetto

Employment Status by Age in Palmetto
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years11 (47.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years7 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (50.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Palmetto

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Palmetto
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma25 (41.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (57.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Palmetto

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Palmetto are Management (13 | 20.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (8 | 12.3%), Computers & Mathematics (8 | 12.3%), Business & Financial (4 | 6.1%), and Community & Social Service (2 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Palmetto

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Palmetto, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Management (7.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Palmetto
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12 (92.3%)1 (7.7%)
Business & Financial4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)24 (88.9%)3 (11.1%)
Total (Overall)35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Palmetto are Healthcare Support (10 | 15.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (3 | 4.6%).
Services Occupations in Palmetto

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Palmetto
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (23.1%)10 (76.9%)
Total (Overall)35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Palmetto are Office & Administration (11 | 16.9%), and Sales & Related (2 | 3.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Palmetto

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Palmetto
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)2 (15.4%)11 (84.6%)
Total (Overall)35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Palmetto are , and Construction & Extraction (1 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Palmetto

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Palmetto
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Palmetto are Production (6 | 9.2%), Material Moving (3 | 4.6%), and Transportation (2 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Palmetto

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Palmetto
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Transportation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Total (Overall)35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Palmetto

Employment Industries in Palmetto

The major employment industries in Palmetto include Educational Services (12 | 18.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (11 | 16.9%), Manufacturing (10 | 15.4%), Retail Trade (10 | 15.4%), and Public Administration (10 | 15.4%).
Employment Industries in Palmetto

Employment Industries by Sex in Palmetto

The Palmetto industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Educational Services (83.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Public Administration (90.0%), and Manufacturing (60.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Palmetto
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)
Total35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)

Education in Palmetto

School Enrollment in Palmetto

The most common levels of schooling among the 43 students in Palmetto are middle school (17 | 39.5%), elementary school (15 | 34.9%), and nursery / preschool (11 | 25.6%).
School Enrollment in Palmetto
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1125.6%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School1534.9%
Middle School1739.5%
High School00.0%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total43100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Palmetto

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Palmetto
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Palmetto

Business (23 | 79.3%), arts & humanities (4 | 13.8%), and education (2 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 29 individuals in Palmetto who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Palmetto
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business2379.3%
Education26.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities413.8%
Total29100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Palmetto

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Palmetto

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Palmetto are males with 2 vehicles (27, accounting for 77.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (18, making up 90.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Palmetto
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)5 (16.7%)
1 Vehicle4 (11.4%)2 (6.7%)
2 Vehicles27 (77.1%)18 (60.0%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)5 (16.7%)
4 Vehicles4 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Palmetto

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Palmetto are less than 5 minutes (15 commuters, 25.4%), 40 to 44 minutes (11 commuters, 18.6%), and 5 to 9 minutes (10 commuters, 17.0%).
Commute Time in Palmetto
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1525.4%
5 to 9 Minutes1017.0%
10 to 14 Minutes35.1%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes58.5%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes610.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1118.6%
45 to 59 Minutes813.6%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes11.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Palmetto

The most common commute times in Palmetto are 40 to 44 minutes (11 commuters, 31.4%) for males and less than 5 minutes (11 commuters, 45.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Palmetto
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4 (11.4%)11 (45.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes7 (20.0%)3 (12.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes3 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (20.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes1 (2.9%)5 (20.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes11 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes8 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes1 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Palmetto

The most frequent times of departure to work in Palmetto are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (12, 34.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (11, 45.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Palmetto
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM11 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5 (14.3%)5 (20.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM12 (34.3%)11 (45.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2 (5.7%)1 (4.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM4 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (29.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Palmetto

Occupancy by Ownership in Palmetto

Of the total 88 dwellings in Palmetto, owner-occupied units account for 43 (48.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 45 (51.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Palmetto
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4348.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4551.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units88100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Palmetto

Occupancy by Household Size in Palmetto
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1921.6%
2-Person Household4955.7%
3-Person Household44.5%
4+ Person Household1618.2%
Total Housing Units88100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Palmetto

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Palmetto
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household13 (68.4%)6 (31.6%)
2-Person Household18 (36.7%)31 (63.3%)
3-Person Household4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)
Total Housing Units43 (48.9%)45 (51.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Palmetto

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Palmetto
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10 (52.6%)9 (47.4%)
High School Diploma7 (17.1%)34 (82.9%)
College/Associate Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher23 (92.0%)2 (8.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Palmetto

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Palmetto
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1618.2%
35 to 44 Years2326.1%
45 to 54 Years2831.8%
55 to 64 Years44.5%
65 to 74 Years910.2%
75 to 84 Years55.7%
85 Years and Over33.4%
Total88100.0%

Housing Finances in Palmetto

Median Income by Occupancy in Palmetto

Median Income by Occupancy in Palmetto
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied43 (48.9%)$75,673
Renter-Occupied45 (51.1%)$25,529
Average88 (100.0%)$26,538

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Palmetto

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Palmetto
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)4 (8.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (11.6%)5 (11.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (7.0%)8 (17.8%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9993 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (4.6%)26 (57.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (7.0%)2 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99913 (30.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more4 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Palmetto

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Palmetto
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49911 (25.6%)7 (15.6%)
$500 to $7990 (0.0%)8 (17.8%)
$800 to $99910 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49915 (34.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Palmetto

Housing Structures in Palmetto

Housing Structures in Palmetto
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3539.8%
Single Unit, Attached55.7%
2 Unit Apartments89.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other4045.5%
Total88100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Palmetto

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Palmetto
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached33 (94.3%)2 (5.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other10 (25.0%)30 (75.0%)
Total43 (48.9%)45 (51.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Palmetto

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Palmetto
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms18 (41.9%)45 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms19 (44.2%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms6 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Palmetto

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Palmetto
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas11 (25.6%)8 (17.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)5 (11.1%)
Electricity30 (69.8%)32 (71.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Palmetto

Household Vehicle Usage in Palmetto
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)17 (37.8%)
1 Vehicle15 (34.9%)2 (4.4%)
2 Vehicles24 (55.8%)26 (57.8%)
3 or more Vehicles4 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Palmetto

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Palmetto

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2221
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$340$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Palmetto

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Palmetto
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00011 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9993 (13.6%)2 (9.5%)
$100,000 to $299,9994 (18.2%)19 (90.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
$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%)
Total22 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Palmetto

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Palmetto
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (22.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9996 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9992 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (13.6%)2 (9.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)11 (52.4%)
$150,000 or more4 (18.2%)8 (38.1%)
Total22 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Palmetto

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Palmetto
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x12 (54.5%)76,932 (366,342.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x2 (9.1%)8 (38.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (27.3%)2 (9.5%)
4.0x or more2 (9.1%)11 (52.4%)
Total22 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Palmetto

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Palmetto
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8002 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4994 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)8 (38.1%)
Total22 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Palmetto

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palmetto

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palmetto
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years11 (47.8%)12 (52.2%)
45 to 54 Years30 (85.7%)5 (14.3%)
55 to 64 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total160 (90.4%)17 (9.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Palmetto

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Palmetto
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Palmetto

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Palmetto
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00045 (78.9%)12 (21.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99936 (87.8%)5 (12.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99911 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palmetto

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Palmetto
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 617 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years5 (62.5%)3 (37.5%)
25 to 34 Years12 (41.4%)17 (58.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)11 (47.8%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)30 (85.7%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years19 (100.0%)10 (52.6%)
75 Years and over8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (52.5%)77 (43.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Palmetto

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Palmetto
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (52.9%)
18 to 34 Years3 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Palmetto

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Palmetto: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Palmetto: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Palmetto: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (52.9%)
18 to 34 Years3 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Palmetto: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Palmetto: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Palmetto

Computing Device Access in Palmetto

Computing Device Access in Palmetto
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop4146.6%
Smartphone3742.0%
Tablet2022.7%
No Computing Device4146.6%
Total88100.0%

Internet Access in Palmetto

Internet Access in Palmetto
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2427.3%
Cellular Data Only1921.6%
Satellite Internet44.5%
No Internet4551.1%
Total88100.0%

Palmetto Summary

Palmetto is a small town located in the state of Louisiana, United States. It is situated in the parish of St. Landry, and is part of the Opelousas-Eunice Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of 1,845 as of the 2010 census.

History

Palmetto was founded in 1845 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Opelousas. The town was named after the palmetto trees that grew in the area. The town was originally a farming community, and the main crops grown were cotton, corn, and sugar cane.
In the late 19th century, the town began to grow and develop. The first school was built in 1887, and the first post office was established in 1891. The town was incorporated in 1895.
In the early 20th century, the town experienced a period of growth and development. The first bank was established in 1906, and the first telephone service was established in 1910. The town also had a railroad station, which was built in 1912.

Geography

Palmetto is located in the southeastern part of the state of Louisiana, in the parish of St. Landry. It is situated at an elevation of 33 feet (10 m) above sea level. The town is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 190 and Louisiana Highway 29.
The town is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the average annual precipitation is 54 inches (137 cm).

Economy

The economy of Palmetto is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the area are cotton, corn, and sugar cane. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a wood products plant, and a plastics plant. The town also has a number of tourist attractions, including a museum, a historic district, and a golf course.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Palmetto was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Palmetto?
Total Population of Palmetto is 177.
What is the Total Male Population of Palmetto?
Total Male Population of Palmetto is 82.
What is the Total Female Population of Palmetto?
Total Female Population of Palmetto is 95.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Palmetto?
There are 86.32 Males per 100 Females in Palmetto.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Palmetto?
There are 115.85 Females per 100 Males in Palmetto.
What is the Median Population Age in Palmetto?
Median Population Age in Palmetto is 35.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Palmetto
Average Family Size in Palmetto is 2.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Palmetto
Average Household Size in Palmetto is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Palmetto?
Per Capita income in Palmetto is $39,954.
What is the Median Household income in Palmetto?
Median Household Income in Palmetto is $26,538.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Palmetto?
Income or Wage Gap in Palmetto is 73.8%.
Women in Palmetto earn 26.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Palmetto?
Inequality or Gini Index in Palmetto is 0.70.
How Large is the Labor Force in Palmetto?
There are 65 People in the Labor Forcein in Palmetto.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Palmetto?
50.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Palmetto.