East Spencer, NC

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East Spencer Overview

1,216
TOTAL POPULATION
557
MALE POPULATION
659
FEMALE POPULATION
84.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
118.31
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,641
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,071
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,917
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
16.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
83.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
435
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

East Spencer Zip Codes

East Spencer Area Codes

Race in East Spencer

The most populous races in East Spencer are Black / African American (916 | 75.3%), White / Caucasian (192 | 15.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (106 | 8.7%).
Race in East Spencer
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American91675.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1068.7%
Native / Alaskan50.4%
White / Caucasian19215.8%
Two or more Races373.0%
Some other Race665.4%
Total1,216100.0%

Ancestry in East Spencer

The most populous ancestries reported in East Spencer are American (69 | 5.7%), Mexican (56 | 4.6%), Central American (40 | 3.3%), Honduran (40 | 3.3%), and German (18 | 1.5%), together accounting for 18.3% of all East Spencer residents.
Ancestry in East Spencer
Ancestry# Population% Population
African40.3%
American695.7%
Central American403.3%
Cherokee20.2%
Dutch40.3%
German181.5%
Honduran403.3%
Irish50.4%
Lumbee30.3%
Mexican564.6%
Norwegian80.7%
Puerto Rican100.8%
Seminole20.2%
Sri Lankan110.9%
Subsaharan African40.3%
Swedish80.7%
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Immigrants in East Spencer

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in East Spencer came from Central America (74 | 6.1%), Latin America (74 | 6.1%), Honduras (37 | 3.0%), Mexico (37 | 3.0%), and Africa (4 | 0.3%), together accounting for 18.6% of all East Spencer residents.
Immigrants in East Spencer
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa40.3%
Central America746.1%
Honduras373.0%
Latin America746.1%
Mexico373.0%
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Sex and Age in East Spencer

Sex and Age in East Spencer

The most populous age groups in East Spencer are 60 to 64 Years (92 | 16.5%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (131 | 19.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in East Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years39 (7.0%)11 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Years23 (4.1%)17 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Years32 (5.8%)4 (0.6%)
15 to 19 Years5 (0.9%)21 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years6 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years47 (8.4%)29 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)41 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Years29 (5.2%)10 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Years48 (8.6%)106 (16.1%)
45 to 49 Years16 (2.9%)66 (10.0%)
50 to 54 Years35 (6.3%)52 (7.9%)
55 to 59 Years21 (3.8%)33 (5.0%)
60 to 64 Years92 (16.5%)71 (10.8%)
65 to 69 Years62 (11.1%)32 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years89 (16.0%)131 (19.9%)
75 to 79 Years13 (2.3%)32 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (0.5%)
Total557 (100.0%)659 (100.0%)

Families and Households in East Spencer

Median Family Size in East Spencer

The median family size in East Spencer is 2.44 persons per family, with single male/father families (16 | 4.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.63 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (101 | 29.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.41 persons per family.
Median Family Size in East Spencer
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple225 (65.8%)2.44
Single Male/Father16 (4.7%)2.63
Single Female/Mother101 (29.5%)2.41
Total Families342 (100.0%)2.44

Median Household Size in East Spencer

The median household size in East Spencer is 1.93 persons per household, with single male/father households (16 | 2.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.63 persons per household. non-family households (289 | 45.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.25 persons per household.
Median Household Size in East Spencer
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple225 (35.7%)2.44
Single Male/Father16 (2.5%)2.63
Single Female/Mother101 (16.0%)2.62
Non-family289 (45.8%)1.25
Total Households631 (100.0%)1.93

Household Size by Marriage Status in East Spencer

Out of a total of 631 households in East Spencer, 342 (54.2%) are family households, while 289 (45.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 243, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 208.
Household Size by Marriage Status in East Spencer
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-208 (33.0%)
2-Person Households243 (38.5%)75 (11.9%)
3-Person Households62 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households14 (2.2%)6 (0.9%)
5-Person Households8 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households10 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total342 (54.2%)289 (45.8%)

Female Fertility in East Spencer

Fertility by Age in East Spencer

Average fertility rate in East Spencer is 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 143.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in East Spencer
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)143.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)36.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Spencer

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Spencer
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in East Spencer

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in East Spencer
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma10 (100.0%)74.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)36.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Spencer

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Spencer
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma10 (100.0%)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%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in East Spencer

Income Overview in East Spencer

Per Capita Income in East Spencer is $25,641, while median incomes of families and households are $61,071 and $37,917 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,216$25,641
Median Family Income342$61,071
Mean Family Income342$78,927
Median Household Income631$37,917
Mean Household Income631$55,417
Income Deficit342$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,21616.53%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,21683.47¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,2160.51

Earnings by Sex in East Spencer

Average Earnings in East Spencer are $21,991, $25,375 for men and $21,181 for women, a difference of 16.5%.
Earnings by Sex in East Spencer
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male237 (53.6%)$25,375
Female205 (46.4%)$21,181
Total442 (100.0%)$21,991

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Spencer

The most common earnings brackets in East Spencer are $12,500 to $14,999 for men (44 | 18.6%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (54 | 26.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Spencer
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less41 (17.3%)47 (22.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (2.5%)3 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)7 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99944 (18.6%)4 (1.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)11 (5.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (4.2%)5 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)54 (26.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (6.8%)10 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99915 (6.3%)9 (4.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99944 (18.6%)10 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9999 (3.8%)11 (5.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9999 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99927 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9994 (1.7%)11 (5.4%)
$55,000 to $64,9995 (2.1%)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+7 (2.9%)23 (11.2%)
Total237 (100.0%)205 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Spencer

Average earnings in East Spencer are $24,766 for men and $21,458 for women, a difference of 13.4%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $33,387, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $14,697. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $21,157, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Spencer
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$24,750$2,499
High School Diploma$33,387$0
College or Associate's Degree$14,697$21,157
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$24,766$21,458

Family Income in East Spencer

Family Income Brackets in East Spencer

According to the East Spencer family income data, there are 100 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.2% of all families. Conversely, the $100,000 to $149,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in East Spencer
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000267.6%
$10,000 to $14,9997120.8%
$15,000 to $24,99982.3%
$25,000 to $34,999205.8%
$35,000 to $49,9993710.8%
$50,000 to $74,9994713.7%
$75,000 to $99,999257.3%
$100,000 to $149,99941.2%
$150,000 to $199,99910029.2%
$200,000+41.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Spencer

3-person families (67 | 19.6%) account for the highest median family income in East Spencer with $66,705 per family, while 3-person families (67 | 19.6%) have the highest median income of $22,235 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Spencer
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families243 (71.1%)$0
3-Person Families67 (19.6%)$66,705
4-Person Families14 (4.1%)$0
5-Person Families8 (2.3%)$0
6-Person Families10 (2.9%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total342 (100.0%)$61,071

Family Income by Number of Earners in East Spencer

Family Income by Number of Earners in East Spencer
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners174 (50.9%)$0
1 Earner81 (23.7%)$60,417
2 Earners79 (23.1%)$0
3+ Earners8 (2.3%)$0
Total342 (100.0%)$61,071

Household Income in East Spencer

Household Income Brackets in East Spencer

With 137 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in East Spencer, accounting for 21.7% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in East Spencer
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006510.3%
$10,000 to $14,99913721.7%
$15,000 to $24,999457.1%
$25,000 to $34,9996810.8%
$35,000 to $49,99912319.5%
$50,000 to $74,999548.6%
$75,000 to $99,999254.0%
$100,000 to $149,999101.6%
$150,000 to $199,99910015.8%
$200,000+40.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in East Spencer

The median household income in East Spencer is $37,917, with the highest median household income of $44,167 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 262 households (41.5%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in East Spencer
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years126 (20.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years243 (38.5%)$0
65+ Years262 (41.5%)$44,167
Total631 (100.0%)$37,917

Poverty in East Spencer

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Spencer

With 24.2% poverty level for males and 35.8% for females among the residents of East Spencer, 12 to 14 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 23 males (71.9%) and 11 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (17.9%)11 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years13 (56.5%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years23 (71.9%)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%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years11 (23.4%)21 (30.0%)
35 to 44 Years7 (9.1%)74 (63.8%)
45 to 54 Years6 (11.8%)22 (18.6%)
55 to 64 Years54 (47.8%)83 (79.8%)
65 to 74 Years14 (9.3%)19 (11.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)6 (17.1%)
Total135 (24.2%)236 (35.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Spencer

According to the poverty statistics in East Spencer, males aged 18 to 24 years and females aged 6 to 11 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 East Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (82.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (43.5%)17 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (28.1%)4 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years11 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years36 (76.6%)49 (70.0%)
35 to 44 Years70 (90.9%)42 (36.2%)
45 to 54 Years45 (88.2%)96 (81.4%)
55 to 64 Years59 (52.2%)21 (20.2%)
65 to 74 Years137 (90.7%)144 (88.3%)
75 Years and over13 (100.0%)29 (82.9%)
Total422 (75.8%)423 (64.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Spencer

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in East Spencer show that 17.8% or 40 of the total 225 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 40.7%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 14.1%, which includes 26 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Spencer
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children159 (86.0%)26 (14.1%)
1 or 2 Children16 (59.3%)11 (40.7%)
3 or 4 Children10 (76.9%)3 (23.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total185 (82.2%)40 (17.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Spencer

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Spencer
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)5 (26.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)60 (73.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)65 (64.4%)

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

The poverty data for East Spencer shows that 40 of the married-couple family households (17.8%) and 65 of the single-parent households (55.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (40.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 household (64.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Spencer
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children26 (14.1%)5 (20.8%)
1 or 2 Children11 (40.7%)60 (64.5%)
3 or 4 Children3 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total40 (17.8%)65 (55.6%)

Employment Characteristics in East Spencer

Employment by Class of Employer in East Spencer

Among the 383 employed individuals in East Spencer, private company employees (209 | 54.6%), federal government employees (77 | 20.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (52 | 13.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in East Spencer
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees20954.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5213.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations195.0%
Local Government Employees205.2%
State Government Employees61.6%
Federal Government Employees7720.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total383100.0%

Employment Status by Age in East Spencer

According to the labor force statistics for East Spencer, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,086), 40.1% or 435 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.0% or 35 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.8% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in East Spencer
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years73 (96.1%)13 (17.8%)
30 to 34 Years34 (82.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years84 (43.5%)9 (10.7%)
45 to 54 Years138 (81.7%)10 (7.2%)
55 to 59 Years23 (42.6%)3 (13.0%)
60 to 64 Years74 (45.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total435 (40.1%)35 (8.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Spencer

According to labor force statistics for East Spencer, 61.2% of individuals (426) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (696) are in the labor force, with 8.2% or 35 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 73.7% or 151 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.1% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Spencer
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School70 (64.2%)9 (8.6%)
High School Diploma168 (52.0%)33 (10.1%)
College / Associate Degree151 (73.7%)16 (7.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher37 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total426 (61.2%)57 (8.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in East Spencer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Spencer are Health Diagnosing & Treating (61 | 15.2%), Business & Financial (27 | 6.7%), Community & Social Service (27 | 6.7%), Management (13 | 3.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (12 | 3.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in East Spencer

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Spencer, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (69.2%), and Community & Social Service (44.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in East Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 12 (44.4%)15 (55.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)61 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)21 (15.1%)118 (84.9%)
Total (Overall)224 (55.9%)177 (44.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in East Spencer are Food Preparation & Serving (26 | 6.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (24 | 6.0%), Healthcare Support (23 | 5.7%), and Personal Care & Service (13 | 3.2%).
Services Occupations in East Spencer

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in East Spencer, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (56.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (43.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in East Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
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%)26 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total (Category)37 (43.0%)49 (57.0%)
Total (Overall)224 (55.9%)177 (44.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in East Spencer are Sales & Related (12 | 3.0%), and Office & Administration (10 | 2.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in East Spencer

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in East Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Office & Administration10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)17 (77.3%)5 (22.7%)
Total (Overall)224 (55.9%)177 (44.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in East Spencer are Construction & Extraction (59 | 14.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (33 | 8.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in East Spencer

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in East Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)224 (55.9%)177 (44.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in East Spencer are Production (45 | 11.2%), Material Moving (10 | 2.5%), and Transportation (7 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in East Spencer

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in East Spencer
OccupationMaleFemale
Production40 (88.9%)5 (11.1%)
Transportation7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)57 (91.9%)5 (8.1%)
Total (Overall)224 (55.9%)177 (44.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in East Spencer

Employment Industries in East Spencer

The major employment industries in East Spencer include Health Care & Social Assistance (107 | 26.7%), Manufacturing (64 | 16.0%), Construction (48 | 12.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (42 | 10.5%), and Retail Trade (40 | 10.0%).
Employment Industries in East Spencer

Employment Industries by Sex in East Spencer

The East Spencer industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (88.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in East Spencer
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing40 (62.5%)24 (37.5%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade18 (45.0%)22 (55.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance12 (11.2%)95 (88.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services33 (78.6%)9 (21.4%)
Public Administration14 (77.8%)4 (22.2%)
Total224 (55.9%)177 (44.1%)

Education in East Spencer

School Enrollment in East Spencer

The most common levels of schooling among the 116 students in East Spencer are elementary school (37 | 31.9%), middle school (36 | 31.0%), and high school (26 | 22.4%).
School Enrollment in East Spencer
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool108.6%
Kindergarten32.6%
Elementary School3731.9%
Middle School3631.0%
High School2622.4%
College / Undergraduate43.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total116100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Spencer

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Spencer
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds17 (100.0%)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 over4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Spencer

Business (92 | 66.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (11 | 8.0%), social sciences (11 | 8.0%), computers & mathematics (9 | 6.5%), and psychology (8 | 5.8%) are the most common fields of study among 138 individuals in East Spencer who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Spencer
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics96.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural118.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology85.8%
Social Sciences118.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology42.9%
Business9266.7%
Education32.2%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total138100.0%

Transportation & Commute in East Spencer

Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Spencer

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in East Spencer are males with 2 vehicles (111, accounting for 51.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (105, making up 66.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Spencer
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)6 (3.6%)
1 Vehicle49 (22.8%)17 (10.1%)
2 Vehicles111 (51.6%)105 (62.5%)
3 Vehicles45 (20.9%)29 (17.3%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)3 (1.8%)
5 or more Vehicles10 (4.6%)8 (4.8%)
Total215 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Commute Time in East Spencer

The most frequently occuring commute durations in East Spencer are 30 to 34 minutes (99 commuters, 26.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (91 commuters, 24.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (68 commuters, 18.4%).
Commute Time in East Spencer
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes102.7%
5 to 9 Minutes318.4%
10 to 14 Minutes6818.4%
15 to 19 Minutes9124.6%
20 to 24 Minutes246.5%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes9926.8%
35 to 39 Minutes102.7%
40 to 44 Minutes30.8%
45 to 59 Minutes30.8%
60 to 89 Minutes205.4%
90 or more Minutes113.0%

Commute Time by Sex in East Spencer

The most common commute times in East Spencer are 30 to 34 minutes (93 commuters, 43.3%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (72 commuters, 46.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in East Spencer
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes7 (3.3%)24 (15.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes49 (22.8%)19 (12.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes19 (8.8%)72 (46.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)24 (15.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes93 (43.3%)6 (3.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes10 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes3 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes3 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes20 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes11 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Spencer

The most frequent times of departure to work in East Spencer are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (63, 29.3%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (54, 34.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Spencer
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (3.3%)23 (14.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM3 (1.4%)13 (8.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM44 (20.5%)54 (34.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM63 (29.3%)22 (14.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM24 (11.2%)9 (5.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM9 (4.2%)8 (5.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM33 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM12 (5.6%)10 (6.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM10 (4.6%)16 (10.3%)
Total215 (100.0%)155 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in East Spencer

Occupancy by Ownership in East Spencer

Of the total 631 dwellings in East Spencer, owner-occupied units account for 345 (54.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 286 (45.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in East Spencer
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units34554.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units28645.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units631100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in East Spencer

Occupancy by Household Size in East Spencer
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household20833.0%
2-Person Household31850.4%
3-Person Household629.8%
4+ Person Household436.8%
Total Housing Units631100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Spencer

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Spencer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household79 (38.0%)129 (62.0%)
2-Person Household202 (63.5%)116 (36.5%)
3-Person Household51 (82.3%)11 (17.7%)
4+ Person Household13 (30.2%)30 (69.8%)
Total Housing Units345 (54.7%)286 (45.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Spencer

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Spencer
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School20 (28.6%)50 (71.4%)
High School Diploma85 (33.3%)170 (66.7%)
College/Associate Degree138 (71.5%)55 (28.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher102 (90.3%)11 (9.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Spencer

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Spencer
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years243.8%
35 to 44 Years10216.2%
45 to 54 Years10216.2%
55 to 64 Years14122.4%
65 to 74 Years21734.4%
75 to 84 Years426.7%
85 Years and Over30.5%
Total631100.0%

Housing Finances in East Spencer

Median Income by Occupancy in East Spencer

Median Income by Occupancy in East Spencer
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied345 (54.7%)$47,452
Renter-Occupied286 (45.3%)$13,977
Average631 (100.0%)$37,917

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Spencer

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Spencer
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)24 (8.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)41 (14.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99923 (6.7%)114 (39.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99913 (3.8%)19 (6.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99913 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (8.1%)40 (14.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999104 (30.1%)19 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99934 (9.9%)20 (7.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99922 (6.4%)3 (1.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9994 (1.2%)6 (2.1%)
$150,000 or more104 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (100.0%)286 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Spencer

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Spencer
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30028 (8.1%)40 (14.0%)
$300 to $499124 (35.9%)53 (18.5%)
$500 to $79969 (20.0%)53 (18.5%)
$800 to $99973 (21.2%)35 (12.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49934 (9.9%)76 (26.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99917 (4.9%)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%)
Total345 (100.0%)286 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in East Spencer

Housing Structures in East Spencer

Housing Structures in East Spencer
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached48476.7%
Single Unit, Attached60.9%
2 Unit Apartments396.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments264.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments507.9%
10 or more Apartments142.2%
Mobile Home / Other121.9%
Total631100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Spencer

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Spencer
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached333 (68.8%)151 (31.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (54.7%)286 (45.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Spencer

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Spencer
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms4 (1.2%)62 (21.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms89 (25.8%)120 (42.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms208 (60.3%)104 (36.4%)
8 or more Rooms44 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (100.0%)286 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Spencer

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Spencer
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas120 (34.8%)9 (3.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)5 (1.8%)
Electricity225 (65.2%)190 (66.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)71 (24.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)11 (3.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (100.0%)286 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in East Spencer

Household Vehicle Usage in East Spencer
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (1.7%)71 (24.8%)
1 Vehicle33 (9.6%)186 (65.0%)
2 Vehicles239 (69.3%)29 (10.1%)
3 or more Vehicles67 (19.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (100.0%)286 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in East Spencer

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in East Spencer

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units183162
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$438$0
Real Estate Taxes$735$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Spencer

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Spencer
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00086 (47.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99953 (29.0%)42 (25.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99944 (24.0%)110 (67.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)10 (6.2%)
$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%)
Total183 (100.0%)162 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Spencer

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Spencer
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)4 (2.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99936 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (2.2%)13 (8.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99936 (19.7%)24 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99924 (13.1%)68 (42.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (1.6%)10 (6.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)19 (11.7%)
$150,000 or more80 (43.7%)4 (2.5%)
Total183 (100.0%)162 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Spencer

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Spencer
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x120 (65.6%)46,577 (28,751.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x6 (3.3%)50 (30.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (10.9%)85 (52.5%)
4.0x or more37 (20.2%)4 (2.5%)
Total183 (100.0%)162 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Spencer

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Spencer
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800118 (64.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49938 (20.8%)25 (15.4%)
$800 to $1,49921 (11.5%)126 (77.8%)
Total183 (100.0%)162 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in East Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Spencer
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years43 (86.0%)7 (14.0%)
6 to 18 Years90 (92.8%)7 (7.2%)
19 to 25 Years6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
26 to 34 Years59 (50.4%)58 (49.6%)
35 to 44 Years166 (86.0%)27 (14.0%)
45 to 54 Years123 (72.8%)46 (27.2%)
55 to 64 Years171 (78.8%)46 (21.2%)
65 to 74 Years314 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,020 (83.9%)196 (16.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Spencer
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born43 (86.0%)7 (14.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen90 (92.8%)7 (7.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Spencer

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Spencer
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000292 (80.2%)72 (19.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999355 (89.4%)42 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99989 (80.9%)21 (19.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99961 (92.4%)5 (7.6%)
$100,000 and over223 (79.9%)56 (20.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Spencer

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Spencer
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 643 (86.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years81 (83.5%)13 (13.4%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)6 (54.5%)
25 to 34 Years44 (37.6%)15 (12.8%)
35 to 44 Years120 (62.2%)70 (36.3%)
45 to 54 Years23 (13.6%)103 (61.0%)
55 to 64 Years115 (53.0%)60 (27.7%)
65 to 74 Years314 (100.0%)131 (41.7%)
75 Years and over48 (100.0%)8 (16.7%)
Total788 (64.8%)406 (33.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Spencer

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Spencer
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (36.4%)7 (23.3%)
18 to 34 Years5 (8.6%)7 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years62 (25.7%)182 (53.8%)
65 to 74 Years133 (88.1%)56 (34.4%)
75 Years and over8 (61.5%)9 (25.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in East Spencer

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in East Spencer: <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 Years19 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years105 (69.5%)10 (6.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in East Spencer: <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 Years9 (3.7%)28 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years29 (19.2%)12 (7.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in East Spencer: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (36.4%)7 (23.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years12 (5.0%)46 (13.6%)
65 to 74 Years56 (37.1%)34 (20.9%)
75 Years and over8 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in East Spencer: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (8.6%)7 (8.5%)
35 to 64 Years46 (19.1%)165 (48.8%)
65 to 74 Years84 (55.6%)46 (28.2%)
75 Years and over8 (61.5%)3 (8.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in East Spencer: <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 Years17 (7.0%)39 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years60 (39.7%)18 (11.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in East Spencer

Computing Device Access in East Spencer

Computing Device Access in East Spencer
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop31750.2%
Smartphone53384.5%
Tablet28545.2%
No Computing Device6510.3%
Total631100.0%

Internet Access in East Spencer

Internet Access in East Spencer
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home44570.5%
Cellular Data Only7211.4%
Satellite Internet294.6%
No Internet10416.5%
Total631100.0%

East Spencer Summary

History

East Spencer, North Carolina is a small town located in Rowan County, North Carolina. It is located just east of the city of Salisbury, and is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area. The town was founded in 1887 by the East Spencer Land Company, and was named after the nearby Spencer Shops, a railroad repair facility. The town was incorporated in 1895, and has since grown to a population of 1,717 as of the 2010 census.
East Spencer has a rich history, and has been home to many notable figures throughout its history. The town was home to the first African-American mayor in North Carolina, Dr. William H. Anderson, who served from 1969 to 1971. The town was also home to the first African-American woman to serve in the North Carolina General Assembly, Dr. Alma Adams, who served from 1994 to 2020.

Geography

East Spencer is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, and is situated in the Yadkin-Pee Dee River Basin. The town is located at the intersection of Interstate 85 and US Highway 29, and is approximately 8 miles east of Salisbury. The town is located at an elevation of 645 feet above sea level, and has a total area of 1.2 square miles.
The town is located in a humid subtropical climate, and experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 61 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 44 inches.

Economy

East Spencer’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and retail. The town is home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a textile mill, and a plastics plant. The town is also home to several retail stores, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a variety of other shops.
The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, auto repair shops, and other services. The town is also home to a number of churches, and is served by the Rowan-Salisbury School System.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, East Spencer had a population of 1,717. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 16.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in East Spencer was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $37,500. The per capita income for the town was $15,945. 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.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of East Spencer?
Total Population of East Spencer is 1,216.
What is the Total Male Population of East Spencer?
Total Male Population of East Spencer is 557.
What is the Total Female Population of East Spencer?
Total Female Population of East Spencer is 659.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in East Spencer?
There are 84.52 Males per 100 Females in East Spencer.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in East Spencer?
There are 118.31 Females per 100 Males in East Spencer.
What is the Median Population Age in East Spencer?
Median Population Age in East Spencer is 52.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in East Spencer
Average Family Size in East Spencer is 2.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in East Spencer
Average Household Size in East Spencer is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in East Spencer?
Per Capita income in East Spencer is $25,641.
What is the Median Family Income in East Spencer?
Median Family Income in East Spencer is $61,071.
What is the Median Household income in East Spencer?
Median Household Income in East Spencer is $37,917.
What is Income or Wage Gap in East Spencer?
Income or Wage Gap in East Spencer is 16.5%.
Women in East Spencer earn 83.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in East Spencer?
Inequality or Gini Index in East Spencer is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in East Spencer?
There are 435 People in the Labor Forcein in East Spencer.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in East Spencer?
40.1% of People are in the Labor Force in East Spencer.
What is the Unemployment Rate in East Spencer?
Unemployment Rate in East Spencer is 8.0%.