Sulphur, LA

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Sulphur Overview

21,286
TOTAL POPULATION
10,070
MALE POPULATION
11,216
FEMALE POPULATION
89.78
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,405
PER CAPITA INCOME
$66,007
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,606
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
56.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
43.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,882
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,274
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Sulphur

The most populous races in Sulphur are White / Caucasian (18,271 | 85.8%), Black / African American (1,776 | 8.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,001 | 4.7%).
Race in Sulphur
Race# Population% Population
Asian1340.6%
Black / African American1,7768.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific40.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,0014.7%
Native / Alaskan350.2%
White / Caucasian18,27185.8%
Two or more Races4192.0%
Some other Race6473.0%
Total21,286100.0%

Ancestry in Sulphur

The most populous ancestries reported in Sulphur are French (3,171 | 14.9%), French Canadian (2,767 | 13.0%), English (1,824 | 8.6%), German (1,426 | 6.7%), and American (1,347 | 6.3%), together accounting for 49.5% of all Sulphur residents.
Ancestry in Sulphur
Ancestry# Population% Population
African60.0%
American1,3476.3%
Arab270.1%
Bhutanese430.2%
British3841.8%
Burmese280.1%
Cajun6463.0%
Canadian10.0%
Central American170.1%
Cherokee590.3%
Choctaw80.0%
Colombian170.1%
Croatian60.0%
Cuban500.2%
Czech110.1%
Danish130.1%
Dutch480.2%
Eastern European260.1%
English1,8248.6%
European3891.8%
French3,17114.9%
French Canadian2,76713.0%
German1,4266.7%
Greek1260.6%
Guamanian / Chamorro40.0%
Haitian360.2%
Honduran130.1%
Irish1,0785.1%
Iroquois60.0%
Italian5882.8%
Korean800.4%
Lebanese200.1%
Mexican8223.9%
Nigerian1100.5%
Norwegian1340.6%
Pakistani130.1%
Panamanian40.0%
Peruvian810.4%
Polish1030.5%
Portuguese520.2%
Puerto Rican50.0%
Romanian1780.8%
Scandinavian260.1%
Scotch-Irish850.4%
Scottish1650.8%
South American980.5%
Spaniard90.0%
Subsaharan African1160.5%
Swedish4852.3%
Swiss210.1%
Syrian70.0%
Thai30.0%
Turkish70.0%
Welsh330.2%
West Indian20.0%
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Immigrants in Sulphur

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sulphur came from Latin America (332 | 1.6%), Europe (207 | 1.0%), Central America (197 | 0.9%), Mexico (193 | 0.9%), and Eastern Europe (178 | 0.8%), together accounting for 5.2% of all Sulphur residents.
Immigrants in Sulphur
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1100.5%
Asia1240.6%
Canada40.0%
Caribbean820.4%
Central America1970.9%
Colombia170.1%
Cuba460.2%
Eastern Asia90.0%
Eastern Europe1780.8%
Europe2071.0%
Greece240.1%
Haiti360.2%
India230.1%
Korea90.0%
Laos100.1%
Latin America3321.6%
Mexico1930.9%
Nigeria1100.5%
Northern Europe50.0%
Pakistan190.1%
Panama40.0%
Peru290.1%
Philippines190.1%
Romania1780.8%
South America530.3%
South Central Asia420.2%
South Eastern Asia730.3%
Southern Europe240.1%
Thailand30.0%
Vietnam410.2%
Western Africa1100.5%
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Sex and Age in Sulphur

Sex and Age in Sulphur

The most populous age groups in Sulphur are 35 to 39 Years (858 | 8.5%) for men and Under 5 Years (919 | 8.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years630 (6.3%)919 (8.2%)
5 to 9 Years611 (6.1%)597 (5.3%)
10 to 14 Years726 (7.2%)643 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years576 (5.7%)731 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years632 (6.3%)729 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Years613 (6.1%)714 (6.4%)
30 to 34 Years653 (6.5%)808 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years858 (8.5%)529 (4.7%)
40 to 44 Years606 (6.0%)785 (7.0%)
45 to 49 Years602 (6.0%)647 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years713 (7.1%)623 (5.6%)
55 to 59 Years440 (4.4%)775 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years605 (6.0%)620 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years612 (6.1%)635 (5.7%)
70 to 74 Years664 (6.6%)698 (6.2%)
75 to 79 Years283 (2.8%)376 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years178 (1.8%)125 (1.1%)
85 Years and over68 (0.7%)262 (2.3%)
Total10,070 (100.0%)11,216 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sulphur

Median Family Size in Sulphur

The median family size in Sulphur is 3.40 persons per family, with single male/father families (265 | 5.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.56 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (3,484 | 70.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.34 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sulphur
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple3,484 (70.9%)3.34
Single Male/Father265 (5.4%)3.56
Single Female/Mother1,163 (23.7%)3.53
Total Families4,912 (100.0%)3.40

Median Household Size in Sulphur

The median household size in Sulphur is 2.52 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,163 | 13.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.76 persons per household. non-family households (3,495 | 41.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sulphur
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple3,484 (41.4%)3.37
Single Male/Father265 (3.2%)3.64
Single Female/Mother1,163 (13.8%)3.76
Non-family3,495 (41.6%)1.17
Total Households8,407 (100.0%)2.52

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sulphur

Out of a total of 8,407 households in Sulphur, 4,912 (58.4%) are family households, while 3,495 (41.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,129, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,166.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sulphur
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,166 (37.7%)
2-Person Households2,129 (25.3%)280 (3.3%)
3-Person Households1,188 (14.1%)23 (0.3%)
4-Person Households546 (6.5%)26 (0.3%)
5-Person Households493 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households512 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households44 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,912 (58.4%)3,495 (41.6%)

Female Fertility in Sulphur

Fertility by Age in Sulphur

Average fertility rate in Sulphur is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 123.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years277 (80.1%)123.0
35 to 50 years69 (19.9%)32.0
Total346 (100.0%)67.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sulphur

48.6% of women with births (346) in Sulphur are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 55.6% 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 34.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sulphur
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years123 (44.4%)154 (55.6%)
35 to 50 years45 (65.2%)24 (34.8%)
Total168 (48.5%)178 (51.4%)

Fertility by Education in Sulphur

Average fertility rate in Sulphur is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 118.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 9.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 43.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School9 (2.6%)9.0
High School Diploma149 (43.1%)98.0
College or Associate's Degree128 (37.0%)66.0
Bachelor's Degree55 (15.9%)118.0
Graduate Degree5 (1.5%)34.0
Total346 (100.0%)67.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sulphur

51.4% of women with births in Sulphur are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
High School Diploma81 (54.4%)68 (45.6%)
College or Associate's Degree46 (35.9%)82 (64.1%)
Bachelor's Degree36 (65.4%)19 (34.5%)
Graduate Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total168 (48.5%)178 (51.4%)

Income in Sulphur

Income Overview in Sulphur

Per Capita Income in Sulphur is $28,405, while median incomes of families and households are $66,007 and $53,606 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income21,286$28,405
Median Family Income4,912$66,007
Mean Family Income4,912$81,403
Median Household Income8,407$53,606
Mean Household Income8,407$68,893
Income Deficit4,912$8,882
Wage / Income Gap (%)21,28656.36%
Wage / Income Gap ($)21,28643.64¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index21,2860.44

Earnings by Sex in Sulphur

Average Earnings in Sulphur are $34,486, $51,533 for men and $22,491 for women, a difference of 56.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Sulphur
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male5,429 (55.5%)$51,533
Female4,348 (44.5%)$22,491
Total9,777 (100.0%)$34,486

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sulphur

The most common earnings brackets in Sulphur are $100,000+ for men (1,127 | 20.8%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (526 | 12.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sulphur
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less286 (5.3%)429 (9.9%)
$2,500 to $4,999190 (3.5%)197 (4.5%)
$5,000 to $7,499124 (2.3%)91 (2.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999146 (2.7%)206 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499134 (2.5%)58 (1.3%)
$12,500 to $14,999172 (3.2%)272 (6.3%)
$15,000 to $17,499116 (2.1%)526 (12.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99977 (1.4%)111 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (0.1%)285 (6.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999125 (2.3%)175 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999207 (3.8%)507 (11.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999367 (6.8%)162 (3.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999278 (5.1%)215 (4.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999197 (3.6%)209 (4.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999167 (3.1%)282 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999235 (4.3%)52 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,999459 (8.5%)315 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999524 (9.7%)46 (1.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999494 (9.1%)122 (2.8%)
$100,000+1,127 (20.8%)88 (2.0%)
Total5,429 (100.0%)4,348 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sulphur

Average earnings in Sulphur are $56,487 for men and $25,094 for women, a difference of 55.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $106,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,488. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $47,065, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,488$2,499
High School Diploma$55,707$22,536
College or Associate's Degree$57,492$26,786
Bachelor's Degree$85,217$47,065
Graduate Degree$106,250$41,959
Total$56,487$25,094

Family Income in Sulphur

Family Income Brackets in Sulphur

According to the Sulphur family income data, there are 904 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 10 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sulphur
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001673.4%
$10,000 to $14,999100.2%
$15,000 to $24,9993396.9%
$25,000 to $34,99951110.4%
$35,000 to $49,99990418.4%
$50,000 to $74,99988918.1%
$75,000 to $99,99968814.0%
$100,000 to $149,99977615.8%
$150,000 to $199,9994278.7%
$200,000+2014.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sulphur

4-person families (572 | 11.6%) account for the highest median family income in Sulphur with $108,594 per family, while 4-person families (572 | 11.6%) have the highest median income of $27,148 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sulphur
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,292 (46.7%)$45,258
3-Person Families1,100 (22.4%)$79,304
4-Person Families572 (11.6%)$108,594
5-Person Families394 (8.0%)$93,478
6-Person Families510 (10.4%)$74,613
7+ Person Families44 (0.9%)$0
Total4,912 (100.0%)$66,007

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sulphur

The median family income in Sulphur is $66,007, with families comprising 3+ earners (485) having the highest median family income of $134,232, while families with no earners (1,019) have the lowest median family income of $36,649, accounting for 9.9% and 20.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sulphur
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,019 (20.7%)$36,649
1 Earner1,710 (34.8%)$46,882
2 Earners1,698 (34.6%)$81,389
3+ Earners485 (9.9%)$134,232
Total4,912 (100.0%)$66,007

Household Income in Sulphur

Household Income Brackets in Sulphur

With 1,589 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sulphur, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 227 households (2.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sulphur
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007238.6%
$10,000 to $14,9992773.3%
$15,000 to $24,99990010.7%
$25,000 to $34,9997408.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991,34516.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,58918.9%
$75,000 to $99,99995011.3%
$100,000 to $149,9991,01712.1%
$150,000 to $199,9996477.7%
$200,000+2272.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sulphur

The median household income in Sulphur is $53,606, with the highest median household income of $77,808 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 271 households (3.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,007, with 2,505 households (29.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sulphur
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years271 (3.2%)$77,808
25 to 44 Years2,716 (32.3%)$74,468
45 to 64 Years2,915 (34.7%)$54,928
65+ Years2,505 (29.8%)$37,007
Total8,407 (100.0%)$53,606

Poverty in Sulphur

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sulphur

With 10.9% poverty level for males and 17.0% for females among the residents of Sulphur, 5 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 179 males (87.7%) and 80 females (31.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (4.0%)192 (21.1%)
5 Years179 (87.7%)24 (17.1%)
6 to 11 Years47 (6.4%)213 (30.6%)
12 to 14 Years25 (6.2%)80 (19.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)59 (20.6%)
16 and 17 Years6 (5.0%)80 (31.1%)
18 to 24 Years115 (14.3%)98 (10.7%)
25 to 34 Years148 (11.7%)200 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years212 (14.5%)131 (10.0%)
45 to 54 Years20 (1.5%)374 (29.4%)
55 to 64 Years143 (13.8%)204 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years52 (4.1%)105 (8.1%)
75 Years and over118 (22.4%)134 (17.7%)
Total1,089 (10.9%)1,894 (17.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sulphur

According to the poverty statistics in Sulphur, males aged 15 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 91.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years579 (96.0%)716 (78.8%)
5 Years25 (12.2%)116 (82.9%)
6 to 11 Years683 (93.6%)484 (69.4%)
12 to 14 Years378 (93.8%)323 (80.1%)
15 Years282 (100.0%)228 (79.4%)
16 and 17 Years115 (95.0%)177 (68.9%)
18 to 24 Years690 (85.7%)818 (89.3%)
25 to 34 Years1,118 (88.3%)1,322 (86.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,252 (85.5%)1,183 (90.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,289 (98.5%)896 (70.6%)
55 to 64 Years894 (86.2%)1,184 (85.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,217 (95.9%)1,199 (91.9%)
75 Years and over410 (77.6%)621 (82.3%)
Total8,932 (89.1%)9,267 (83.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sulphur

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sulphur show that 6.2% or 217 of the total 3,484 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 37.3%, comprising of 151 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sulphur
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,888 (97.8%)42 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children1,081 (97.8%)24 (2.2%)
3 or 4 Children254 (62.7%)151 (37.3%)
5 or more Children44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,267 (93.8%)217 (6.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sulphur

According to the poverty data in Sulphur, 11.3% or 30 single-father households and 24.1% or 280 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (18.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 252 households (40.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sulphur
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children17 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children13 (8.6%)252 (40.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)28 (32.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (11.3%)280 (24.1%)

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

The poverty data for Sulphur shows that 217 of the married-couple family households (6.2%) and 310 of the single-parent households (21.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 151 households (37.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 265 household (34.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sulphur
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children42 (2.2%)17 (3.1%)
1 or 2 Children24 (2.2%)265 (34.4%)
3 or 4 Children151 (37.3%)28 (25.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total217 (6.2%)310 (21.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Sulphur

Employment by Class of Employer in Sulphur

Among the 8,690 employed individuals in Sulphur, private company employees (6,486 | 74.6%), local government employees (771 | 8.9%), and state government employees (449 | 5.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sulphur
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6,48674.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2542.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2703.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations3884.5%
Local Government Employees7718.9%
State Government Employees4495.2%
Federal Government Employees720.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total8,690100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sulphur

According to the labor force statistics for Sulphur, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,591), 55.9% or 9,274 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 519 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 81.3% or 2,259 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.6% or 81 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years220 (29.8%)34 (15.5%)
20 to 24 Years954 (70.1%)4 (0.4%)
25 to 29 Years1,060 (79.9%)170 (16.0%)
30 to 34 Years887 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,259 (81.3%)122 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,905 (73.7%)55 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years864 (71.1%)50 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years597 (48.7%)1 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years436 (16.7%)81 (18.6%)
75 Years and over99 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,274 (55.9%)519 (5.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sulphur

According to labor force statistics for Sulphur, 71.5% of individuals (7,573) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,591) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 394 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 80.7% or 1,452 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.6% or 110 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School635 (49.1%)67 (5.2%)
High School Diploma2,863 (69.4%)132 (3.2%)
College / Associate Degree2,622 (77.7%)209 (6.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,452 (80.7%)137 (7.6%)
Total7,573 (71.5%)551 (5.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sulphur

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sulphur are Community & Social Service (737 | 8.4%), Management (594 | 6.8%), Education Instruction & Library (433 | 4.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (411 | 4.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (396 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sulphur

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sulphur, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (91.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (91.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Management490 (82.5%)104 (17.5%)
Business & Financial102 (39.8%)154 (60.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science363 (91.7%)33 (8.3%)
Computers & Mathematics30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering191 (85.3%)33 (14.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 238 (32.3%)499 (67.7%)
Education, Arts & Media25 (32.1%)53 (67.9%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library36 (8.3%)397 (91.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment177 (89.8%)20 (10.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating56 (13.6%)355 (86.4%)
Health Technologists53 (18.3%)236 (81.7%)
Total (Category)1,249 (52.2%)1,145 (47.8%)
Total (Overall)4,886 (55.8%)3,877 (44.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sulphur are Food Preparation & Serving (567 | 6.5%), Personal Care & Service (432 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (411 | 4.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (297 | 3.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (171 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Sulphur

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sulphur, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.5%), Security & Protection (85.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (84.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (77.4%), Personal Care & Service (73.6%), and Healthcare Support (72.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support21 (28.0%)54 (72.0%)
Security & Protection352 (85.6%)59 (14.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention250 (84.2%)47 (15.8%)
Law Enforcement102 (89.5%)12 (10.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving128 (22.6%)439 (77.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance99 (57.9%)72 (42.1%)
Personal Care & Service114 (26.4%)318 (73.6%)
Total (Category)714 (43.1%)942 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)4,886 (55.8%)3,877 (44.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sulphur are Office & Administration (1,575 | 18.0%), and Sales & Related (612 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sulphur

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related131 (21.4%)481 (78.6%)
Office & Administration395 (25.1%)1,180 (74.9%)
Total (Category)526 (24.0%)1,661 (75.9%)
Total (Overall)4,886 (55.8%)3,877 (44.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sulphur are Construction & Extraction (1,004 | 11.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (414 | 4.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sulphur

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction969 (96.5%)35 (3.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair414 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,387 (97.5%)35 (2.5%)
Total (Overall)4,886 (55.8%)3,877 (44.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sulphur are Production (738 | 8.4%), Material Moving (222 | 2.5%), and Transportation (144 | 1.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sulphur

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Production675 (91.5%)63 (8.5%)
Transportation125 (86.8%)19 (13.2%)
Material Moving210 (94.6%)12 (5.4%)
Total (Category)1,010 (91.5%)94 (8.5%)
Total (Overall)4,886 (55.8%)3,877 (44.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sulphur

Employment Industries in Sulphur

The major employment industries in Sulphur include Construction (1,460 | 16.7%), Retail Trade (1,204 | 13.7%), Manufacturing (1,016 | 11.6%), Educational Services (877 | 10.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (625 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Sulphur

Employment Industries by Sex in Sulphur

The Sulphur industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (96.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (91.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (75.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (74.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sulphur
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,327 (90.9%)133 (9.1%)
Manufacturing839 (82.6%)177 (17.4%)
Wholesale Trade76 (90.5%)8 (9.5%)
Retail Trade395 (32.8%)809 (67.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing247 (92.2%)21 (7.8%)
Utilities155 (96.9%)5 (3.1%)
Information158 (64.5%)87 (35.5%)
Finance & Insurance147 (77.8%)42 (22.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing15 (25.9%)43 (74.1%)
Professional & Scientific119 (29.2%)288 (70.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support45 (43.7%)58 (56.3%)
Educational Services78 (8.9%)799 (91.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance154 (25.3%)456 (74.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation289 (46.2%)336 (53.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services118 (25.1%)353 (75.0%)
Public Administration487 (81.2%)113 (18.8%)
Total4,886 (55.8%)3,877 (44.2%)

Education in Sulphur

School Enrollment in Sulphur

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,576 students in Sulphur are high school (1,009 | 22.1%), elementary school (982 | 21.5%), and middle school (975 | 21.3%).
School Enrollment in Sulphur
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4149.0%
Kindergarten3257.1%
Elementary School98221.5%
Middle School97521.3%
High School1,00922.1%
College / Undergraduate77817.0%
Graduate / Professional932.0%
Total4,576100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sulphur

Out of a total of 4,576 students who are enrolled in schools in Sulphur, 924 (20.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,652 (79.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 335 (25.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 221 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sulphur
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds307 (76.2%)96 (23.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old856 (78.5%)234 (21.5%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,006 (75.0%)335 (25.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds636 (75.8%)203 (24.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds332 (91.7%)30 (8.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds115 (94.3%)7 (5.7%)
35 Years and over180 (90.9%)18 (9.1%)
Total3,652 (79.8%)924 (20.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sulphur

Education (512 | 20.5%), science & technology (337 | 13.5%), business (327 | 13.1%), arts & humanities (296 | 11.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (242 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 2,494 individuals in Sulphur who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sulphur
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics331.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2429.7%
Physical & Health Sciences220.9%
Psychology1084.3%
Social Sciences1335.3%
Engineering1506.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology33713.5%
Business32713.1%
Education51220.5%
Literature & Languages190.8%
Liberal Arts & History1335.3%
Visual & Performing Arts251.0%
Communications1576.3%
Arts & Humanities29611.9%
Total2,494100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sulphur

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sulphur

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sulphur are males with 2 vehicles (1,917, accounting for 39.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,280, making up 50.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sulphur
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)286 (7.5%)
1 Vehicle1,324 (27.3%)1,170 (30.5%)
2 Vehicles1,917 (39.5%)1,280 (33.4%)
3 Vehicles988 (20.4%)476 (12.4%)
4 Vehicles334 (6.9%)317 (8.3%)
5 or more Vehicles290 (6.0%)304 (7.9%)
Total4,853 (100.0%)3,833 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sulphur

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sulphur are 15 to 19 minutes (2,050 commuters, 24.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,866 commuters, 22.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,465 commuters, 17.4%).
Commute Time in Sulphur
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1812.1%
5 to 9 Minutes1,86622.2%
10 to 14 Minutes1,46517.4%
15 to 19 Minutes2,05024.4%
20 to 24 Minutes1,30115.5%
25 to 29 Minutes4165.0%
30 to 34 Minutes6087.2%
35 to 39 Minutes831.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes821.0%
60 to 89 Minutes2743.3%
90 or more Minutes831.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Sulphur

The most common commute times in Sulphur are 15 to 19 minutes (1,115 commuters, 23.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (935 commuters, 25.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sulphur
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes101 (2.1%)80 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,040 (21.8%)826 (22.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes804 (16.9%)661 (18.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,115 (23.4%)935 (25.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes808 (17.0%)493 (13.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes216 (4.5%)200 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes237 (5.0%)371 (10.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes77 (1.6%)6 (0.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes72 (1.5%)10 (0.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes208 (4.4%)66 (1.8%)
90 or more Minutes83 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sulphur

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sulphur are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (688, 14.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (749, 20.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sulphur
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM630 (13.2%)117 (3.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM688 (14.4%)263 (7.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM541 (11.4%)116 (3.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM653 (13.7%)259 (7.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM226 (4.8%)389 (10.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM277 (5.8%)749 (20.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM585 (12.3%)387 (10.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM71 (1.5%)475 (13.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM16 (0.3%)147 (4.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM105 (2.2%)106 (2.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM86 (1.8%)66 (1.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM28 (0.6%)184 (5.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM340 (7.1%)252 (6.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM515 (10.8%)138 (3.8%)
Total4,761 (100.0%)3,648 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sulphur

Occupancy by Ownership in Sulphur

Of the total 8,407 dwellings in Sulphur, owner-occupied units account for 6,020 (71.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,387 (28.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sulphur
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6,02071.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,38728.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units8,407100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sulphur

Occupancy by Household Size in Sulphur
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,16637.7%
2-Person Household2,40928.6%
3-Person Household1,21114.4%
4+ Person Household1,62119.3%
Total Housing Units8,407100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sulphur

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sulphur
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,997 (63.1%)1,169 (36.9%)
2-Person Household1,975 (82.0%)434 (18.0%)
3-Person Household811 (67.0%)400 (33.0%)
4+ Person Household1,237 (76.3%)384 (23.7%)
Total Housing Units6,020 (71.6%)2,387 (28.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sulphur

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sulphur
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School505 (41.2%)720 (58.8%)
High School Diploma1,942 (69.7%)843 (30.3%)
College/Associate Degree2,253 (79.8%)570 (20.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,320 (83.9%)254 (16.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sulphur

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sulphur
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,39416.6%
35 to 44 Years1,59319.0%
45 to 54 Years1,44317.2%
55 to 64 Years1,47217.5%
65 to 74 Years1,48417.6%
75 to 84 Years7348.7%
85 Years and Over2873.4%
Total8,407100.0%

Housing Finances in Sulphur

Median Income by Occupancy in Sulphur

Median Income by Occupancy in Sulphur
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied6,020 (71.6%)$63,448
Renter-Occupied2,387 (28.4%)$37,208
Average8,407 (100.0%)$53,606

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sulphur

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sulphur
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000213 (3.5%)344 (14.4%)
$5,000 to $9,999155 (2.6%)11 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999136 (2.3%)143 (6.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999174 (2.9%)194 (8.1%)
$20,000 to $24,999418 (6.9%)112 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999428 (7.1%)310 (13.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999920 (15.3%)426 (17.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,339 (22.2%)249 (10.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999658 (10.9%)290 (12.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999911 (15.1%)106 (4.4%)
$150,000 or more668 (11.1%)202 (8.5%)
Total6,020 (100.0%)2,387 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sulphur

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sulphur
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,070 (17.8%)23 (1.0%)
$300 to $4991,366 (22.7%)377 (15.8%)
$500 to $799982 (16.3%)269 (11.3%)
$800 to $999260 (4.3%)648 (27.2%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,328 (22.1%)631 (26.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999778 (12.9%)275 (11.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499116 (1.9%)16 (0.7%)
$2,500 to $2,99990 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more30 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,020 (100.0%)2,387 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sulphur

Housing Structures in Sulphur

Housing Structures in Sulphur
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,86469.8%
Single Unit, Attached700.8%
2 Unit Apartments3283.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2392.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5456.5%
10 or more Apartments2342.8%
Mobile Home / Other1,12713.4%
Total8,407100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sulphur

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sulphur
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached5,142 (87.7%)722 (12.3%)
Single Unit, Attached43 (61.4%)27 (38.6%)
2 Unit Apartments43 (13.1%)285 (86.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)239 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)545 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)234 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other792 (70.3%)335 (29.7%)
Total6,020 (71.6%)2,387 (28.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sulphur

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sulphur
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room73 (1.2%)15 (0.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms148 (2.5%)513 (21.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,572 (42.7%)1,132 (47.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,863 (30.9%)695 (29.1%)
8 or more Rooms1,364 (22.7%)32 (1.3%)
Total6,020 (100.0%)2,387 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sulphur

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sulphur
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,658 (44.2%)533 (22.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas33 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity3,276 (54.4%)1,854 (77.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels46 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used7 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,020 (100.0%)2,387 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sulphur

Household Vehicle Usage in Sulphur
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle207 (3.4%)354 (14.8%)
1 Vehicle2,166 (36.0%)1,391 (58.3%)
2 Vehicles2,401 (39.9%)472 (19.8%)
3 or more Vehicles1,246 (20.7%)170 (7.1%)
Total6,020 (100.0%)2,387 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sulphur

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sulphur

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,9083,112
Median Property Value$154,100$165,300
Median Household Income$40,183$425
Monthly Housing Costs$380$30
Real Estate Taxes$370$428

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sulphur

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sulphur
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000411 (14.1%)172 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999479 (16.5%)456 (14.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,843 (63.4%)2,259 (72.6%)
$300,000 to $499,999139 (4.8%)225 (7.2%)
$500,000 to $749,99914 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more22 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,908 (100.0%)3,112 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sulphur

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sulphur
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000332 (11.4%)34 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999558 (19.2%)36 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999294 (10.1%)170 (5.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999549 (18.9%)134 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999493 (17.0%)371 (11.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999258 (8.9%)846 (27.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999181 (6.2%)400 (12.9%)
$150,000 or more243 (8.4%)730 (23.5%)
Total2,908 (100.0%)3,112 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sulphur

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sulphur
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x984 (33.8%)74,990 (2,409.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x322 (11.1%)1,572 (50.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x296 (10.2%)795 (25.6%)
4.0x or more1,232 (42.4%)336 (10.8%)
Total2,908 (100.0%)3,112 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sulphur

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sulphur
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,595 (54.8%)9 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,499341 (11.7%)1,320 (42.4%)
$800 to $1,499343 (11.8%)865 (27.8%)
Total2,908 (100.0%)3,112 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,893 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years3,209 (96.5%)117 (3.5%)
19 to 25 Years1,909 (95.6%)87 (4.4%)
26 to 34 Years1,729 (73.1%)636 (26.9%)
35 to 44 Years2,456 (88.4%)322 (11.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,475 (96.0%)104 (4.0%)
55 to 64 Years2,252 (92.9%)173 (7.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,569 (99.8%)4 (0.2%)
75 Years and older1,231 (96.0%)52 (4.1%)
Total19,723 (92.9%)1,495 (7.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sulphur
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,893 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,209 (96.5%)117 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,909 (95.6%)87 (4.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sulphur
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,520 (94.6%)143 (5.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,585 (90.6%)477 (9.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,530 (95.6%)161 (4.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,959 (88.6%)379 (11.4%)
$100,000 and over6,083 (94.8%)334 (5.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,224 (64.7%)698 (36.9%)
6 to 18 Years1,472 (44.3%)1,973 (59.3%)
19 to 25 Years371 (18.6%)1,547 (77.5%)
25 to 34 Years909 (38.4%)952 (40.3%)
35 to 44 Years539 (19.4%)2,048 (73.7%)
45 to 54 Years612 (23.7%)1,926 (74.7%)
55 to 64 Years845 (34.8%)1,568 (64.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,561 (99.5%)1,179 (45.8%)
75 Years and over1,219 (95.0%)724 (56.4%)
Total9,752 (46.0%)12,615 (59.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sulphur

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years235 (13.5%)68 (3.8%)
18 to 34 Years92 (4.4%)255 (10.5%)
35 to 64 Years691 (18.1%)746 (18.8%)
65 to 74 Years313 (24.7%)299 (22.9%)
75 Years and over262 (49.6%)409 (54.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sulphur

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years69 (4.0%)38 (2.1%)
18 to 34 Years31 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years197 (5.2%)78 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years201 (15.8%)67 (5.1%)
75 Years and over200 (37.9%)180 (23.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (1.0%)8 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years60 (1.6%)51 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years63 (5.0%)19 (1.5%)
75 Years and over35 (6.6%)113 (15.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years116 (6.7%)60 (3.4%)
18 to 34 Years47 (2.3%)180 (7.4%)
35 to 64 Years227 (6.0%)290 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years43 (3.4%)19 (1.5%)
75 Years and over9 (1.7%)73 (9.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years19 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years413 (10.8%)592 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years183 (14.4%)232 (17.8%)
75 Years and over99 (18.8%)305 (40.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years32 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years50 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years71 (1.9%)147 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)48 (3.7%)
75 Years and over33 (6.2%)134 (17.7%)

Technology Access in Sulphur

Computing Device Access in Sulphur

Computing Device Access in Sulphur
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,49565.4%
Smartphone7,33787.3%
Tablet4,37352.0%
No Computing Device7318.7%
Total8,407100.0%

Internet Access in Sulphur

Internet Access in Sulphur
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet650.8%
Broadband Home4,65255.3%
Cellular Data Only2,08624.8%
Satellite Internet3384.0%
No Internet1,46917.5%
Total8,407100.0%

Sulphur Summary

Sulphur, Louisiana is a city located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It is the largest city in the parish and the fifth largest city in the state. The city is located on the Gulf Coast, approximately 30 miles east of Lake Charles and about 90 miles west of New Orleans. The population of Sulphur was 20,410 as of the 2010 census.

History

Sulphur was founded in 1852 by the Sulphur Mining Company, which was established to mine the area’s abundant sulfur deposits. The city was named after the sulfur deposits, which were used to produce sulfuric acid, a key ingredient in the production of gunpowder. The city was incorporated in 1887 and has since grown to become the largest city in Calcasieu Parish.

Geography

Sulphur is located in southwestern Louisiana, approximately 30 miles east of Lake Charles and 90 miles west of New Orleans. The city is situated on the Gulf Coast, near the Calcasieu River. The city has a total area of 11.2 square miles, of which 10.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water.

Economy

Sulphur’s economy is largely based on the oil and gas industry. The city is home to several major oil and gas companies, including Chevron, ConocoPhillips, and Shell. The city is also home to several chemical plants, including the Westlake Chemical Corporation and the Dow Chemical Company. In addition, Sulphur is home to several manufacturing companies, including the Sulphur Industrial Park and the Sulphur Industrial Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Sulphur was 20,410. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 15.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Sulphur is a diverse city with a rich history and a vibrant economy. The city is home to several major oil and gas companies, chemical plants, and manufacturing companies, and is a major contributor to the economy of Calcasieu Parish. The city’s population is diverse, with a mix of races and ethnicities, and a median income that is slightly higher than the state average.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sulphur?
Total Population of Sulphur is 21,286.
What is the Total Male Population of Sulphur?
Total Male Population of Sulphur is 10,070.
What is the Total Female Population of Sulphur?
Total Female Population of Sulphur is 11,216.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sulphur?
There are 89.78 Males per 100 Females in Sulphur.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sulphur?
There are 111.38 Females per 100 Males in Sulphur.
What is the Median Population Age in Sulphur?
Median Population Age in Sulphur is 38.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sulphur
Average Family Size in Sulphur is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sulphur
Average Household Size in Sulphur is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sulphur?
Per Capita income in Sulphur is $28,405.
What is the Median Family Income in Sulphur?
Median Family Income in Sulphur is $66,007.
What is the Median Household income in Sulphur?
Median Household Income in Sulphur is $53,606.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sulphur?
Income or Wage Gap in Sulphur is 56.4%.
Women in Sulphur earn 43.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Sulphur?
Family Income Deficit in Sulphur is $8,882.
Families that are below poverty line in Sulphur earn $8,882 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sulphur?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sulphur is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sulphur?
There are 9,274 People in the Labor Forcein in Sulphur.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sulphur?
55.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Sulphur.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Sulphur?
Unemployment Rate in Sulphur is 5.6%.