Maxton, NC

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Maxton Overview

2,300
TOTAL POPULATION
1,077
MALE POPULATION
1,223
FEMALE POPULATION
88.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
113.56
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$15,783
PER CAPITA INCOME
$45,078
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$23,106
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$15,686
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
765
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
47.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
15.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Maxton Zip Codes

Maxton Area Codes

Race in Maxton

The most populous races in Maxton are Black / African American (1,470 | 63.9%), Native / Alaskan (414 | 18.0%), and White / Caucasian (347 | 15.1%).
Race in Maxton
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.0%
Black / African American1,47063.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino271.2%
Native / Alaskan41418.0%
White / Caucasian34715.1%
Two or more Races542.4%
Some other Race140.6%
Total2,300100.0%

Ancestry in Maxton

The most populous ancestries reported in Maxton are Lumbee (296 | 12.9%), English (57 | 2.5%), Scotch-Irish (32 | 1.4%), Scottish (30 | 1.3%), and Iroquois (27 | 1.2%), together accounting for 19.2% of all Maxton residents.
Ancestry in Maxton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American50.2%
English572.5%
German110.5%
Irish100.4%
Iroquois271.2%
Italian50.2%
Korean10.0%
Lumbee29612.9%
Norwegian90.4%
Puerto Rican271.2%
Scotch-Irish321.4%
Scottish301.3%
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Immigrants in Maxton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Maxton came from Asia (1 | 0.0%), Philippines (1 | 0.0%), and South Eastern Asia (1 | 0.0%), together accounting for 0.1% of all Maxton residents.
Immigrants in Maxton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia10.0%
Philippines10.0%
South Eastern Asia10.0%
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Sex and Age in Maxton

Sex and Age in Maxton

The most populous age groups in Maxton are Under 5 Years (106 | 9.8%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (140 | 11.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Maxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years106 (9.8%)99 (8.1%)
5 to 9 Years88 (8.2%)140 (11.5%)
10 to 14 Years98 (9.1%)115 (9.4%)
15 to 19 Years78 (7.2%)59 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Years60 (5.6%)100 (8.2%)
25 to 29 Years81 (7.5%)61 (5.0%)
30 to 34 Years47 (4.4%)103 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Years10 (0.9%)56 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Years106 (9.8%)72 (5.9%)
45 to 49 Years37 (3.4%)31 (2.5%)
50 to 54 Years67 (6.2%)32 (2.6%)
55 to 59 Years64 (5.9%)54 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years69 (6.4%)100 (8.2%)
65 to 69 Years82 (7.6%)75 (6.1%)
70 to 74 Years43 (4.0%)78 (6.4%)
75 to 79 Years21 (1.9%)21 (1.7%)
80 to 84 Years15 (1.4%)8 (0.6%)
85 Years and over5 (0.5%)19 (1.5%)
Total1,077 (100.0%)1,223 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Maxton

Median Family Size in Maxton

The median family size in Maxton is 3.48 persons per family, with single female/mother families (241 | 45.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.88 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (70 | 13.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.01 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Maxton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple216 (41.0%)3.19
Single Male/Father70 (13.3%)3.01
Single Female/Mother241 (45.7%)3.88
Total Families527 (100.0%)3.48

Median Household Size in Maxton

The median household size in Maxton is 2.53 persons per household, with single female/mother households (241 | 26.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.95 persons per household. non-family households (379 | 41.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Maxton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple216 (23.8%)3.19
Single Male/Father70 (7.7%)3.21
Single Female/Mother241 (26.6%)3.95
Non-family379 (41.8%)1.12
Total Households906 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Maxton

Out of a total of 906 households in Maxton, 527 (58.2%) are family households, while 379 (41.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 266, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 345.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Maxton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-345 (38.1%)
2-Person Households266 (29.4%)34 (3.7%)
3-Person Households120 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households51 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households70 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total527 (58.2%)379 (41.8%)

Female Fertility in Maxton

Fertility by Age in Maxton

Average fertility rate in Maxton is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 153.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 60.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Maxton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years9 (60.0%)153.0
20 to 34 years6 (40.0%)23.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total15 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Maxton

40.0% of women with births (15) in Maxton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Maxton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (40.0%)9 (60.0%)

Fertility by Education in Maxton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Maxton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma9 (60.0%)37.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (40.0%)45.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total15 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Maxton

60.0% of women with births in Maxton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Maxton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (40.0%)9 (60.0%)

Income in Maxton

Income Overview in Maxton

Per Capita Income in Maxton is $15,783, while median incomes of families and households are $45,078 and $23,106 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,300$15,783
Median Family Income527$45,078
Mean Family Income527$47,156
Median Household Income906$23,106
Mean Household Income906$36,658
Income Deficit527$15,686
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,30027.50%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,30072.50¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,3000.51

Earnings by Sex in Maxton

Average Earnings in Maxton are $25,756, $33,300 for men and $24,141 for women, a difference of 27.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Maxton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male348 (45.8%)$33,300
Female412 (54.2%)$24,141
Total760 (100.0%)$25,756

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Maxton

The most common earnings brackets in Maxton are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (44 | 12.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (52 | 12.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Maxton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less31 (8.9%)44 (10.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9997 (2.0%)27 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49924 (6.9%)34 (8.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99927 (7.8%)6 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4997 (2.0%)6 (1.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9999 (2.6%)9 (2.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)7 (1.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99916 (4.6%)20 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (1.4%)32 (7.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99924 (6.9%)32 (7.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9995 (1.4%)52 (12.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99936 (10.3%)13 (3.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9995 (1.4%)52 (12.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99916 (4.6%)15 (3.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99944 (12.6%)11 (2.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99918 (5.2%)16 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99916 (4.6%)31 (7.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99918 (5.2%)5 (1.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+10 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total348 (100.0%)412 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Maxton

Average earnings in Maxton are $35,500 for men and $25,959 for women, a difference of 26.9%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,346, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $32,727. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,987, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $18,583.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Maxton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,346$26,602
College or Associate's Degree$32,727$18,583
Bachelor's Degree$40,208$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$35,500$25,959

Family Income in Maxton

Family Income Brackets in Maxton

According to the Maxton family income data, there are 121 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.0% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Maxton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00011822.4%
$10,000 to $14,999326.1%
$15,000 to $24,999519.7%
$25,000 to $34,999264.9%
$35,000 to $49,9996412.1%
$50,000 to $74,99912123.0%
$75,000 to $99,9997113.5%
$100,000 to $149,999346.5%
$150,000 to $199,99950.9%
$200,000+50.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Maxton

2-person families (270 | 51.2%) account for the highest median family income in Maxton with $53,542 per family, while 2-person families (270 | 51.2%) have the highest median income of $26,771 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Maxton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families270 (51.2%)$53,542
3-Person Families126 (23.9%)$23,750
4-Person Families45 (8.5%)$28,036
5-Person Families75 (14.2%)$48,750
6-Person Families6 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (0.9%)$0
Total527 (100.0%)$45,078

Family Income by Number of Earners in Maxton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Maxton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners163 (30.9%)$0
1 Earner232 (44.0%)$47,273
2 Earners110 (20.9%)$80,833
3+ Earners22 (4.2%)$90,556
Total527 (100.0%)$45,078

Household Income in Maxton

Household Income Brackets in Maxton

With 176 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Maxton, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (0.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Maxton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00017619.4%
$10,000 to $14,99914516.0%
$15,000 to $24,99915717.3%
$25,000 to $34,999667.3%
$35,000 to $49,999808.8%
$50,000 to $74,99914916.4%
$75,000 to $99,999899.8%
$100,000 to $149,999343.8%
$150,000 to $199,99950.6%
$200,000+50.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Maxton

The median household income in Maxton is $23,106, with the highest median household income of $30,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 286 households (31.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $12,000, with 282 households (31.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Maxton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years76 (8.4%)$21,250
25 to 44 Years282 (31.1%)$12,000
45 to 64 Years286 (31.6%)$30,625
65+ Years262 (28.9%)$27,500
Total906 (100.0%)$23,106

Poverty in Maxton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Maxton

With 36.3% poverty level for males and 41.9% for females among the residents of Maxton, 12 to 14 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 31 males (73.8%) and 72 females (78.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Maxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years60 (62.5%)72 (78.3%)
5 Years8 (42.1%)29 (63.0%)
6 to 11 Years74 (59.2%)84 (62.2%)
12 to 14 Years31 (73.8%)31 (41.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years20 (35.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years29 (38.7%)58 (46.0%)
25 to 34 Years55 (43.0%)63 (38.4%)
35 to 44 Years16 (13.8%)85 (66.4%)
45 to 54 Years36 (34.6%)10 (15.9%)
55 to 64 Years16 (12.0%)44 (28.6%)
65 to 74 Years32 (25.6%)19 (12.4%)
75 Years and over10 (24.4%)14 (29.2%)
Total387 (36.3%)509 (41.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Maxton

According to the poverty statistics in Maxton, males aged 15 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Maxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years36 (37.5%)20 (21.7%)
5 Years11 (57.9%)17 (37.0%)
6 to 11 Years51 (40.8%)51 (37.8%)
12 to 14 Years11 (26.2%)43 (58.1%)
15 Years7 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years36 (64.3%)11 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years46 (61.3%)68 (54.0%)
25 to 34 Years73 (57.0%)101 (61.6%)
35 to 44 Years100 (86.2%)43 (33.6%)
45 to 54 Years68 (65.4%)53 (84.1%)
55 to 64 Years117 (88.0%)110 (71.4%)
65 to 74 Years93 (74.4%)134 (87.6%)
75 Years and over31 (75.6%)34 (70.8%)
Total680 (63.7%)707 (58.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Maxton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Maxton show that 7.4% or 16 of the total 216 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 17.1%, comprising of 6 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.3%, which includes 5 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Maxton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children146 (96.7%)5 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children25 (83.3%)5 (16.7%)
3 or 4 Children29 (82.9%)6 (17.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total200 (92.6%)16 (7.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Maxton

According to the poverty data in Maxton, 41.4% or 29 single-father households and 58.9% or 142 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (62.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Maxton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children6 (20.7%)17 (27.4%)
1 or 2 Children15 (62.5%)94 (66.7%)
3 or 4 Children8 (47.1%)26 (78.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total29 (41.4%)142 (58.9%)

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

The poverty data for Maxton shows that 16 of the married-couple family households (7.4%) and 171 of the single-parent households (55.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (17.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Maxton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (3.3%)23 (25.3%)
1 or 2 Children5 (16.7%)109 (66.1%)
3 or 4 Children6 (17.1%)34 (68.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total16 (7.4%)171 (55.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Maxton

Employment by Class of Employer in Maxton

Among the 635 employed individuals in Maxton, private company employees (484 | 76.2%), state government employees (59 | 9.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (32 | 5.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Maxton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees48476.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)152.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations325.0%
Local Government Employees182.8%
State Government Employees599.3%
Federal Government Employees274.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total635100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Maxton

According to the labor force statistics for Maxton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,625), 47.1% or 765 individuals are in the labor force, with 15.3% or 117 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 76.0% or 114 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 62.5% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Maxton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years23 (21.3%)9 (39.1%)
20 to 24 Years107 (66.9%)27 (25.2%)
25 to 29 Years99 (69.7%)17 (17.2%)
30 to 34 Years114 (76.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years103 (42.2%)26 (25.2%)
45 to 54 Years116 (69.5%)15 (12.9%)
55 to 59 Years50 (42.4%)11 (22.0%)
60 to 64 Years106 (62.7%)4 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years40 (14.4%)3 (7.5%)
75 Years and over8 (9.0%)5 (62.5%)
Total765 (47.1%)117 (15.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Maxton

According to labor force statistics for Maxton, 59.4% of individuals (588) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (990) are in the labor force, with 12.4% or 73 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 63.7% or 262 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.0% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Maxton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School94 (46.8%)13 (6.4%)
High School Diploma262 (63.7%)44 (10.7%)
College / Associate Degree179 (63.7%)47 (16.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (54.6%)16 (17.0%)
Total588 (59.4%)123 (12.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Maxton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Maxton are Community & Social Service (40 | 6.2%), Management (31 | 4.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (25 | 3.8%), Education Instruction & Library (23 | 3.5%), and Business & Financial (22 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Maxton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Maxton, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Management (87.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Community & Social Service (80.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (76.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Maxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management27 (87.1%)4 (12.9%)
Business & Financial22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 8 (20.0%)32 (80.0%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (24.0%)19 (76.0%)
Health Technologists6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Total (Category)63 (53.4%)55 (46.6%)
Total (Overall)306 (47.1%)343 (52.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Maxton are Healthcare Support (51 | 7.9%), Security & Protection (26 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (22 | 3.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (18 | 2.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (13 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations in Maxton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Maxton, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (53.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (38.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (90.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Maxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support5 (9.8%)46 (90.2%)
Security & Protection7 (26.9%)19 (73.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total (Category)25 (20.3%)98 (79.7%)
Total (Overall)306 (47.1%)343 (52.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Maxton are Office & Administration (66 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (52 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Maxton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Maxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related5 (9.6%)47 (90.4%)
Office & Administration20 (30.3%)46 (69.7%)
Total (Category)25 (21.2%)93 (78.8%)
Total (Overall)306 (47.1%)343 (52.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Maxton are Construction & Extraction (5 | 0.8%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (4 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Maxton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Maxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)306 (47.1%)343 (52.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Maxton are Production (178 | 27.4%), Material Moving (70 | 10.8%), and Transportation (29 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Maxton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Maxton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production103 (57.9%)75 (42.1%)
Transportation29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving48 (68.6%)22 (31.4%)
Total (Category)180 (65.0%)97 (35.0%)
Total (Overall)306 (47.1%)343 (52.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Maxton

Employment Industries in Maxton

The major employment industries in Maxton include Manufacturing (270 | 41.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (95 | 14.6%), Retail Trade (83 | 12.8%), Public Administration (58 | 8.9%), and Transportation & Warehousing (39 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries in Maxton

Employment Industries by Sex in Maxton

The Maxton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Maxton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing177 (65.6%)93 (34.4%)
Wholesale Trade9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade13 (15.7%)70 (84.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing32 (82.1%)7 (17.9%)
Utilities7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance21 (22.1%)74 (77.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (28.0%)18 (72.0%)
Public Administration28 (48.3%)30 (51.7%)
Total306 (47.1%)343 (52.8%)

Education in Maxton

School Enrollment in Maxton

The most common levels of schooling among the 612 students in Maxton are elementary school (178 | 29.1%), middle school (176 | 28.8%), and high school (103 | 16.8%).
School Enrollment in Maxton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool203.3%
Kindergarten6711.0%
Elementary School17829.1%
Middle School17628.8%
High School10316.8%
College / Undergraduate6811.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total612100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Maxton

Out of a total of 612 students who are enrolled in schools in Maxton, 6 (1.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 606 (99.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (17.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Maxton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old220 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds207 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds28 (82.4%)6 (17.6%)
35 Years and over21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total606 (99.0%)6 (1.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Maxton

Social sciences (36 | 24.0%), education (24 | 16.0%), arts & humanities (20 | 13.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (11 | 7.3%), and computers & mathematics (10 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 150 individuals in Maxton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Maxton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics106.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural117.3%
Physical & Health Sciences53.3%
Psychology106.7%
Social Sciences3624.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business106.7%
Education2416.0%
Literature & Languages74.7%
Liberal Arts & History106.7%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications74.7%
Arts & Humanities2013.3%
Total150100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Maxton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Maxton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Maxton are males with 2 vehicles (97, accounting for 32.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (86, making up 29.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Maxton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle21 (7.0%)41 (12.3%)
1 Vehicle61 (20.3%)123 (36.8%)
2 Vehicles97 (32.2%)86 (25.8%)
3 Vehicles64 (21.3%)16 (4.8%)
4 Vehicles25 (8.3%)54 (16.2%)
5 or more Vehicles33 (11.0%)14 (4.2%)
Total301 (100.0%)334 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Maxton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Maxton are 10 to 14 minutes (126 commuters, 20.3%), 5 to 9 minutes (106 commuters, 17.1%), and 20 to 24 minutes (95 commuters, 15.3%).
Commute Time in Maxton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes193.1%
5 to 9 Minutes10617.1%
10 to 14 Minutes12620.3%
15 to 19 Minutes8613.9%
20 to 24 Minutes9515.3%
25 to 29 Minutes101.6%
30 to 34 Minutes9114.6%
35 to 39 Minutes91.5%
40 to 44 Minutes284.5%
45 to 59 Minutes243.9%
60 to 89 Minutes223.5%
90 or more Minutes50.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Maxton

The most common commute times in Maxton are 5 to 9 minutes (67 commuters, 22.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (81 commuters, 24.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Maxton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6 (2.1%)13 (4.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes67 (22.9%)39 (11.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes45 (15.4%)81 (24.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes40 (13.7%)46 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes26 (8.9%)69 (21.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes62 (21.2%)29 (8.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes9 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes12 (4.1%)16 (4.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (1.7%)19 (5.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (5.5%)6 (1.8%)
90 or more Minutes5 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Maxton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Maxton are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (60, 20.5%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (54, 16.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Maxton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM22 (7.5%)18 (5.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)15 (4.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM9 (3.1%)18 (5.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM42 (14.3%)26 (7.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM44 (15.0%)19 (5.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM31 (10.6%)50 (15.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM19 (6.5%)21 (6.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM14 (4.8%)22 (6.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)25 (7.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6 (2.1%)14 (4.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (1.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM46 (15.7%)54 (16.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM60 (20.5%)36 (11.0%)
Total293 (100.0%)328 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Maxton

Occupancy by Ownership in Maxton

Of the total 906 dwellings in Maxton, owner-occupied units account for 396 (43.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 510 (56.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Maxton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units39643.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units51056.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units906100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Maxton

Occupancy by Household Size in Maxton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household34538.1%
2-Person Household30033.1%
3-Person Household12013.3%
4+ Person Household14115.6%
Total Housing Units906100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Maxton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Maxton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household132 (38.3%)213 (61.7%)
2-Person Household167 (55.7%)133 (44.3%)
3-Person Household50 (41.7%)70 (58.3%)
4+ Person Household47 (33.3%)94 (66.7%)
Total Housing Units396 (43.7%)510 (56.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Maxton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Maxton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School39 (26.9%)106 (73.1%)
High School Diploma143 (38.0%)233 (62.0%)
College/Associate Degree154 (52.6%)139 (47.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher60 (65.2%)32 (34.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Maxton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Maxton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years23626.1%
35 to 44 Years12213.5%
45 to 54 Years899.8%
55 to 64 Years19721.7%
65 to 74 Years18720.6%
75 to 84 Years566.2%
85 Years and Over192.1%
Total906100.0%

Housing Finances in Maxton

Median Income by Occupancy in Maxton

Median Income by Occupancy in Maxton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied396 (43.7%)$53,468
Renter-Occupied510 (56.3%)$13,846
Average906 (100.0%)$23,106

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Maxton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Maxton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (2.0%)122 (23.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)46 (9.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99946 (11.6%)99 (19.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99926 (6.6%)71 (13.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9999 (2.3%)51 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99939 (9.9%)27 (5.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99947 (11.9%)33 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999111 (28.0%)38 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99966 (16.7%)23 (4.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99934 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more10 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total396 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Maxton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Maxton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30031 (7.8%)68 (13.3%)
$300 to $499107 (27.0%)69 (13.5%)
$500 to $79980 (20.2%)130 (25.5%)
$800 to $99975 (18.9%)82 (16.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49982 (20.7%)55 (10.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99921 (5.3%)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%)
Total396 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Maxton

Housing Structures in Maxton

Housing Structures in Maxton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached60867.1%
Single Unit, Attached40.4%
2 Unit Apartments11312.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments778.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments222.4%
10 or more Apartments60.7%
Mobile Home / Other768.4%
Total906100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Maxton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Maxton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached365 (60.0%)243 (40.0%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)113 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other27 (35.5%)49 (64.5%)
Total396 (43.7%)510 (56.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Maxton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Maxton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)165 (32.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms6 (1.5%)29 (5.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms164 (41.4%)238 (46.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms178 (45.0%)50 (9.8%)
8 or more Rooms48 (12.1%)28 (5.5%)
Total396 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Maxton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Maxton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas59 (14.9%)40 (7.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas47 (11.9%)13 (2.5%)
Electricity280 (70.7%)421 (82.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene6 (1.5%)32 (6.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)4 (0.8%)
No Fuel Used4 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total396 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Maxton

Household Vehicle Usage in Maxton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle20 (5.1%)166 (32.6%)
1 Vehicle112 (28.3%)257 (50.4%)
2 Vehicles171 (43.2%)59 (11.6%)
3 or more Vehicles93 (23.5%)28 (5.5%)
Total396 (100.0%)510 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Maxton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Maxton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units224172
Median Property Value$76,300$107,500
Median Household Income$50,909$10
Monthly Housing Costs$454$0
Real Estate Taxes$797$18

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Maxton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Maxton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00031 (13.8%)6 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999130 (58.0%)71 (41.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99963 (28.1%)77 (44.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)18 (10.5%)
$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%)
Total224 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Maxton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Maxton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0006 (2.7%)5 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $24,99960 (26.8%)2 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (8.0%)21 (12.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99924 (10.7%)21 (12.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99980 (35.7%)23 (13.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (12.5%)31 (18.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (3.6%)38 (22.1%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)26 (15.1%)
Total224 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Maxton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Maxton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x111 (49.5%)64,091 (37,262.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x52 (23.2%)85 (49.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (4.5%)43 (25.0%)
4.0x or more51 (22.8%)5 (2.9%)
Total224 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Maxton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Maxton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800113 (50.4%)2 (1.2%)
$800 to $1,49975 (33.5%)29 (16.9%)
$800 to $1,49936 (16.1%)61 (35.5%)
Total224 (100.0%)172 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Maxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years270 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years501 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years148 (86.1%)24 (14.0%)
26 to 34 Years241 (82.5%)51 (17.5%)
35 to 44 Years219 (89.7%)25 (10.2%)
45 to 54 Years132 (79.0%)35 (21.0%)
55 to 64 Years257 (89.5%)30 (10.4%)
65 to 74 Years278 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,135 (92.8%)165 (7.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Maxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Maxton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born270 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen501 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen148 (86.1%)24 (14.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Maxton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Maxton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000936 (92.6%)75 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999388 (93.5%)27 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999456 (94.6%)26 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999212 (93.8%)14 (6.2%)
$100,000 and over133 (86.4%)21 (13.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6256 (94.8%)14 (5.2%)
6 to 18 Years450 (89.8%)65 (13.0%)
19 to 25 Years83 (48.3%)71 (41.3%)
25 to 34 Years107 (36.6%)140 (47.9%)
35 to 44 Years168 (68.9%)57 (23.4%)
45 to 54 Years38 (22.8%)98 (58.7%)
55 to 64 Years80 (27.9%)182 (63.4%)
65 to 74 Years274 (98.6%)93 (33.5%)
75 Years and over89 (100.0%)30 (33.7%)
Total1,545 (67.2%)750 (32.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Maxton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Maxton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (2.0%)12 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years21 (10.3%)14 (4.8%)
35 to 64 Years150 (42.5%)71 (20.6%)
65 to 74 Years68 (54.4%)47 (30.7%)
75 Years and over32 (78.0%)39 (81.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Maxton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Maxton: <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 Years44 (12.5%)14 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years28 (22.4%)3 (2.0%)
75 Years and over7 (17.1%)10 (20.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Maxton: <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%)7 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years9 (2.5%)20 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years37 (29.6%)15 (9.8%)
75 Years and over9 (22.0%)8 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Maxton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years5 (2.0%)12 (4.2%)
18 to 34 Years6 (3.0%)5 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years94 (26.6%)24 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (11.2%)9 (5.9%)
75 Years and over5 (12.2%)4 (8.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Maxton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (10.3%)5 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years83 (23.5%)42 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years57 (45.6%)47 (30.7%)
75 Years and over31 (75.6%)31 (64.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Maxton: <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 Years14 (4.0%)9 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (7.2%)
75 Years and over4 (9.8%)4 (8.3%)

Technology Access in Maxton

Computing Device Access in Maxton

Computing Device Access in Maxton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop42146.5%
Smartphone60466.7%
Tablet31835.1%
No Computing Device21824.1%
Total906100.0%

Internet Access in Maxton

Internet Access in Maxton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home40344.5%
Cellular Data Only13615.0%
Satellite Internet343.7%
No Internet33336.7%
Total906100.0%

Maxton Summary

Maxton is a small town located in Robeson County, North Carolina. It is situated in the southeastern corner of the state, near the South Carolina border. The town has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is part of the larger Lumberton metropolitan area.

Geography

Maxton is located in the southeastern corner of Robeson County, North Carolina. It is situated at the intersection of US Highway 74 and NC Highway 71. The town is located approximately 30 miles east of Lumberton, the county seat, and about 60 miles south of Fayetteville. The town is situated in the Coastal Plain region of North Carolina, and is surrounded by a mix of farmland and forests. The town is located near the Lumber River, which flows through the area and provides recreational opportunities for residents.

Climate

Maxton has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, with temperatures reaching the mid-90s during the summer months and dipping into the low-30s during the winter. The town receives an average of 48 inches of precipitation per year, with most of it falling during the summer months.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Maxton had a population of 2,521 people. The racial makeup of the town was 57.3% White, 37.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.4% from other races. The median household income was $25,938, and the median family income was $31,944. The per capita income was $14,845.

Economy

Maxton’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several poultry processing plants, as well as a number of small businesses. The town is also home to a number of retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter. The town is also home to a number of churches, which provide employment opportunities for local residents.

History

Maxton was founded in 1887 by a group of settlers from Scotland. The town was named after a Scottish town, and the settlers brought with them many of the traditions and customs of their homeland. The town grew slowly, but steadily, and by the early 20th century, it had become a thriving agricultural center. The town was also home to a number of small businesses, including a cotton mill and a furniture factory.
In the mid-20th century, Maxton began to experience a decline in population as many of its residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities. The town’s population has remained relatively stable since then, and it continues to be a small, rural community.

Conclusion

Maxton is a small town located in Robeson County, North Carolina. It is situated in the southeastern corner of the state, near the South Carolina border. The town has a population of approximately 2,500 people and is part of the larger Lumberton metropolitan area. Maxton has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and it is home to several poultry processing plants, as well as a number of small businesses. Maxton was founded in 1887 by a group of settlers from Scotland, and it has remained a small, rural community since then.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Maxton?
Total Population of Maxton is 2,300.
What is the Total Male Population of Maxton?
Total Male Population of Maxton is 1,077.
What is the Total Female Population of Maxton?
Total Female Population of Maxton is 1,223.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Maxton?
There are 88.06 Males per 100 Females in Maxton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Maxton?
There are 113.56 Females per 100 Males in Maxton.
What is the Median Population Age in Maxton?
Median Population Age in Maxton is 33.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Maxton
Average Family Size in Maxton is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Maxton
Average Household Size in Maxton is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Maxton?
Per Capita income in Maxton is $15,783.
What is the Median Family Income in Maxton?
Median Family Income in Maxton is $45,078.
What is the Median Household income in Maxton?
Median Household Income in Maxton is $23,106.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Maxton?
Income or Wage Gap in Maxton is 27.5%.
Women in Maxton earn 72.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Maxton?
Family Income Deficit in Maxton is $15,686.
Families that are below poverty line in Maxton earn $15,686 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Maxton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Maxton is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Maxton?
There are 765 People in the Labor Forcein in Maxton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Maxton?
47.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Maxton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Maxton?
Unemployment Rate in Maxton is 15.3%.