Prospect, NC

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Prospect Overview

650
TOTAL POPULATION
380
MALE POPULATION
270
FEMALE POPULATION
140.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
71.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.4
MEDIAN AGE
4.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,176
PER CAPITA INCOME
$114,792
AVG FAMILY INCOME
29.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
309
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Race in Prospect

The most populous races in Prospect are Native / Alaskan (630 | 96.9%), and White / Caucasian (20 | 3.1%).
Race in Prospect
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan63096.9%
White / Caucasian203.1%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total650100.0%

Ancestry in Prospect

The most populous ancestries reported in Prospect are Lumbee (530 | 81.5%), and Iroquois (100 | 15.4%), together accounting for 96.9% of all Prospect residents.
Ancestry in Prospect
Ancestry# Population% Population
Iroquois10015.4%
Lumbee53081.5%
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Immigrants in Prospect

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

Sex and Age in Prospect

The most populous age groups in Prospect are 20 to 24 Years (70 | 18.4%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (67 | 24.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Prospect
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.5%)
5 to 9 Years17 (4.5%)15 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years13 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years13 (3.4%)67 (24.8%)
20 to 24 Years70 (18.4%)10 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Years67 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years20 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)20 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Years40 (10.5%)6 (2.2%)
45 to 49 Years22 (5.8%)12 (4.4%)
50 to 54 Years41 (10.8%)31 (11.5%)
55 to 59 Years25 (6.6%)48 (17.8%)
60 to 64 Years24 (6.3%)15 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)15 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years12 (3.2%)27 (10.0%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over16 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total380 (100.0%)270 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Prospect

Median Family Size in Prospect

The median family size in Prospect is 4.04 persons per family, with married-couple families (92 | 66.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.53 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (38 | 27.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Prospect
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple92 (66.7%)4.53
Single Male/Father8 (5.8%)3.50
Single Female/Mother38 (27.5%)2.97
Total Families138 (100.0%)4.04

Median Household Size in Prospect

Median Household Size in Prospect
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple92 (40.0%)4.53
Single Male/Father8 (3.5%)3.50
Single Female/Mother38 (16.5%)2.97
Non-family92 (40.0%)-
Total Households230 (100.0%)2.83

Household Size by Marriage Status in Prospect

Out of a total of 230 households in Prospect, 138 (60.0%) are family households, while 92 (40.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 55, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 92.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Prospect
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-92 (40.0%)
2-Person Households55 (23.9%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households43 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households32 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households8 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total138 (60.0%)92 (40.0%)

Female Fertility in Prospect

Fertility by Age in Prospect

Average fertility rate in Prospect is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 120.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Prospect
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)120.0
Total6 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Prospect

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Prospect
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Prospect

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Prospect
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)146.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total6 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Prospect

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Prospect
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Prospect

Income Overview in Prospect

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income650$34,176
Median Family Income138$114,792
Mean Family Income138$106,236
Median Household Income230$0
Mean Household Income230$74,796
Income Deficit138$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)65029.65%
Wage / Income Gap ($)65070.35¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6500.46

Earnings by Sex in Prospect

Average Earnings in Prospect are $54,265, $56,719 for men and $39,904 for women, a difference of 29.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Prospect
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male197 (62.0%)$56,719
Female121 (38.1%)$39,904
Total318 (100.0%)$54,265

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Prospect

The most common earnings brackets in Prospect are $100,000+ for men (42 | 21.3%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (22 | 18.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Prospect
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)15 (12.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)9 (7.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49917 (8.6%)10 (8.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)14 (11.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (5.6%)13 (10.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99924 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)6 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99914 (7.1%)20 (16.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99924 (12.2%)22 (18.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99937 (18.8%)12 (9.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+42 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total197 (100.0%)121 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Prospect

Average earnings in Prospect are $67,534 for men and $49,375 for women, a difference of 26.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $53,839, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $53,839. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $38,750, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $38,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Prospect
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$53,839$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$67,534$49,375

Family Income in Prospect

Family Income Brackets in Prospect

According to the Prospect family income data, there are 57 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 41.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Prospect
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000118.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99985.8%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,9992518.1%
$50,000 to $74,99900.0%
$75,000 to $99,99942.9%
$100,000 to $149,9995741.3%
$150,000 to $199,9992518.1%
$200,000+85.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Prospect

3-person families (43 | 31.2%) account for the highest median family income in Prospect with $125,917 per family, while 3-person families (43 | 31.2%) have the highest median income of $41,972 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Prospect
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families55 (39.9%)$0
3-Person Families43 (31.2%)$125,917
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families32 (23.2%)$0
6-Person Families8 (5.8%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total138 (100.0%)$114,792

Family Income by Number of Earners in Prospect

Family Income by Number of Earners in Prospect
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners19 (13.8%)$0
1 Earner40 (29.0%)$0
2 Earners71 (51.4%)$123,688
3+ Earners8 (5.8%)$0
Total138 (100.0%)$114,792

Household Income in Prospect

Household Income Brackets in Prospect

With 57 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Prospect, accounting for 24.8% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (1.7%) fall into the $75,000 to $99,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Prospect
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000219.1%
$10,000 to $14,99983.5%
$15,000 to $24,9994117.8%
$25,000 to $34,999104.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993615.7%
$50,000 to $74,999208.7%
$75,000 to $99,99941.7%
$100,000 to $149,9995724.8%
$150,000 to $199,9992510.9%
$200,000+83.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Prospect

The median household income in Prospect is $0, with the highest median household income of $125,917 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 43 households (18.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Prospect
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years44 (19.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years143 (62.2%)$0
65+ Years43 (18.7%)$125,917
Total230 (100.0%)$0

Poverty in Prospect

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Prospect

With 13.7% poverty level for males and 7.0% for females among the residents of Prospect, 55 to 64 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 24 males (49.0%) and 19 females (30.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Prospect
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years20 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years8 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years24 (49.0%)19 (30.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (13.7%)19 (7.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Prospect

According to the poverty statistics in Prospect, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged under 5 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 Prospect
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years17 (100.0%)15 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years13 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years50 (71.4%)35 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years79 (90.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years40 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years63 (100.0%)43 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years25 (51.0%)44 (69.8%)
65 to 74 Years12 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
75 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total328 (86.3%)251 (93.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Prospect

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Prospect show that 12.0% or 11 of the total 92 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 21.1%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Prospect
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children41 (78.8%)11 (21.1%)
1 or 2 Children28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total81 (88.0%)11 (12.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Prospect

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Prospect
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Prospect shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (12.0%) and 8 of the single-parent households (17.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (21.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 household (25.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Prospect
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (21.1%)8 (25.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (12.0%)8 (17.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Prospect

Employment by Class of Employer in Prospect

Among the 299 employed individuals in Prospect, private company employees (179 | 59.9%), local government employees (57 | 19.1%), and state government employees (49 | 16.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Prospect
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees17959.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)144.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees5719.1%
State Government Employees4916.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total299100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Prospect

Employment Status by Age in Prospect
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years26 (32.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years42 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years76 (71.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years48 (65.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years4 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total309 (53.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Prospect

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Prospect
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma40 (38.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree110 (73.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total256 (69.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Prospect

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Prospect are Community & Social Service (47 | 15.2%), Education Instruction & Library (47 | 15.2%), Management (28 | 9.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (6 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Prospect

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Prospect
OccupationMaleFemale
Management18 (64.3%)10 (35.7%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)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 0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)18 (22.2%)63 (77.8%)
Total (Overall)197 (63.7%)112 (36.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Prospect are Healthcare Support (15 | 4.9%), Personal Care & Service (14 | 4.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (11 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (8 | 2.6%), and Law Enforcement (8 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Prospect

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Prospect, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Prospect
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Security & Protection8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)33 (63.5%)19 (36.5%)
Total (Overall)197 (63.7%)112 (36.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Prospect are , and Office & Administration (75 | 24.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Prospect

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Prospect
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration65 (86.7%)10 (13.3%)
Total (Category)65 (86.7%)10 (13.3%)
Total (Overall)197 (63.7%)112 (36.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Prospect are Construction & Extraction (20 | 6.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 5.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Prospect

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Prospect
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)197 (63.7%)112 (36.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Prospect are Material Moving (36 | 11.7%), and Transportation (29 | 9.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Prospect

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Prospect
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving16 (44.4%)20 (55.6%)
Total (Category)45 (69.2%)20 (30.8%)
Total (Overall)197 (63.7%)112 (36.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Prospect

Employment Industries in Prospect

The major employment industries in Prospect include Retail Trade (68 | 22.0%), Manufacturing (59 | 19.1%), Educational Services (51 | 16.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (31 | 10.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (29 | 9.4%).
Employment Industries in Prospect

Employment Industries by Sex in Prospect

The Prospect 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 Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Manufacturing (33.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Prospect
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing39 (66.1%)20 (33.9%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade58 (85.3%)10 (14.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total197 (63.7%)112 (36.2%)

Education in Prospect

School Enrollment in Prospect

The most common levels of schooling among the 177 students in Prospect are college / undergraduate (77 | 43.5%), high school (55 | 31.1%), and elementary school (32 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in Prospect
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School3218.1%
Middle School137.3%
High School5531.1%
College / Undergraduate7743.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total177100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Prospect

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Prospect
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Prospect

Education (61 | 41.8%), arts & humanities (24 | 16.4%), engineering (17 | 11.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (14 | 9.6%), and computers & mathematics (13 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 146 individuals in Prospect who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Prospect
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics138.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural149.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences42.7%
Engineering1711.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology138.9%
Business00.0%
Education6141.8%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities2416.4%
Total146100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Prospect

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Prospect

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Prospect are males with 5 or more vehicles (84, accounting for 42.6%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (41, making up 82.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Prospect
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle16 (8.1%)15 (14.7%)
2 Vehicles68 (34.5%)26 (25.5%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)20 (19.6%)
4 Vehicles29 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles84 (42.6%)41 (40.2%)
Total197 (100.0%)102 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Prospect

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Prospect are 10 to 14 minutes (86 commuters, 29.8%), 15 to 19 minutes (48 commuters, 16.6%), and 45 to 59 minutes (34 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Prospect
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes124.2%
5 to 9 Minutes248.3%
10 to 14 Minutes8629.8%
15 to 19 Minutes4816.6%
20 to 24 Minutes113.8%
25 to 29 Minutes3010.4%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes238.0%
40 to 44 Minutes41.4%
45 to 59 Minutes3411.8%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes175.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Prospect

The most common commute times in Prospect are 10 to 14 minutes (56 commuters, 28.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (32 commuters, 34.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Prospect
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (13.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes12 (6.1%)12 (13.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes56 (28.4%)30 (32.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes16 (8.1%)32 (34.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes11 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes30 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes23 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes4 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes28 (14.2%)6 (6.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes17 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Prospect

The most frequent times of departure to work in Prospect are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (77, 39.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (35, 38.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Prospect
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM77 (39.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM8 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM20 (10.2%)19 (20.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM16 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM41 (20.8%)35 (38.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)18 (19.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM35 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
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 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)20 (21.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total197 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Prospect

Occupancy by Ownership in Prospect

Of the total 230 dwellings in Prospect, owner-occupied units account for 194 (84.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 36 (15.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Prospect
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units19484.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3615.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units230100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Prospect

Occupancy by Household Size in Prospect
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9240.0%
2-Person Household5523.9%
3-Person Household4318.7%
4+ Person Household4017.4%
Total Housing Units230100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Prospect

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Prospect
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household65 (70.7%)27 (29.3%)
2-Person Household46 (83.6%)9 (16.4%)
3-Person Household43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units194 (84.4%)36 (15.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Prospect

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Prospect
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree29 (44.6%)36 (55.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Prospect

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Prospect
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2410.4%
35 to 44 Years208.7%
45 to 54 Years5925.7%
55 to 64 Years8436.5%
65 to 74 Years2711.7%
75 to 84 Years00.0%
85 Years and Over167.0%
Total230100.0%

Housing Finances in Prospect

Median Income by Occupancy in Prospect

Median Income by Occupancy in Prospect
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied194 (84.4%)$0
Renter-Occupied36 (15.7%)$35,455
Average230 (100.0%)$0

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Prospect

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Prospect
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00021 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9998 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99925 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)16 (44.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (8.3%)20 (55.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99957 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more33 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Prospect

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Prospect
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30042 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49952 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79935 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)9 (25.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49965 (33.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Prospect

Housing Structures in Prospect

Housing Structures in Prospect
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached15868.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other7231.3%
Total230100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Prospect

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Prospect
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached158 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other36 (50.0%)36 (50.0%)
Total194 (84.4%)36 (15.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Prospect

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Prospect
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms72 (37.1%)36 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms98 (50.5%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms14 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Prospect

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Prospect
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas24 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas66 (34.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity104 (53.6%)36 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Prospect

Household Vehicle Usage in Prospect
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle10 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle41 (21.1%)25 (69.4%)
2 Vehicles62 (32.0%)11 (30.6%)
3 or more Vehicles81 (41.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total194 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Prospect

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Prospect

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units11282
Median Property Value$51,900$160,700
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$368$0
Real Estate Taxes$533$25

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Prospect

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Prospect
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00053 (47.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99934 (30.4%)12 (14.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99925 (22.3%)55 (67.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)15 (18.3%)
$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%)
Total112 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Prospect

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Prospect
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99916 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)17 (20.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (14.3%)10 (12.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (3.6%)20 (24.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99930 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more25 (22.3%)27 (32.9%)
Total112 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Prospect

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Prospect
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x75 (67.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x8 (7.1%)20 (24.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (7.1%)35 (42.7%)
4.0x or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Prospect

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Prospect
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80069 (61.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49943 (38.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)32 (39.0%)
Total112 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Prospect

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prospect

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prospect
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years79 (90.8%)8 (9.2%)
35 to 44 Years66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years98 (87.5%)14 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years42 (77.8%)12 (22.2%)
75 Years and older16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total616 (94.8%)34 (5.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Prospect

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Prospect
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Prospect

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Prospect
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00082 (78.8%)22 (21.1%)
$25,000 to $49,99999 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over407 (97.1%)12 (2.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prospect

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Prospect
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)100 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)105 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years17 (19.5%)62 (71.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years30 (28.3%)76 (71.7%)
55 to 64 Years29 (25.9%)69 (61.6%)
65 to 74 Years42 (77.8%)12 (22.2%)
75 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total138 (21.2%)490 (75.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Prospect

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Prospect
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years25 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years45 (29.6%)37 (28.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (35.7%)
75 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Prospect

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Prospect: <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 Years17 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (35.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Prospect: <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 Years17 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (6.6%)9 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Prospect: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years17 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (13.8%)26 (19.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Prospect: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (23.0%)11 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

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

Technology Access in Prospect

Computing Device Access in Prospect

Computing Device Access in Prospect
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop14964.8%
Smartphone19383.9%
Tablet12152.6%
No Computing Device3716.1%
Total230100.0%

Internet Access in Prospect

Internet Access in Prospect
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home10143.9%
Cellular Data Only167.0%
Satellite Internet5523.9%
No Internet8135.2%
Total230100.0%

Prospect Summary

Prospect, North Carolina is a small town located in the northeastern part of the state, in the county of Vance. It is situated on the banks of the Tar River, and is part of the larger metropolitan area of Henderson. The town has a population of just over 1,000 people, and is known for its rural charm and small-town atmosphere.

History

The area that is now Prospect was first settled in the late 1700s by a group of settlers from Virginia. The town was originally known as “Prospect Hill”, and was named after the nearby hill that overlooked the Tar River. The town was officially incorporated in 1887, and was named after the nearby Prospect Hill.

Geography

Prospect is located in the northeastern part of North Carolina, in the county of Vance. It is situated on the banks of the Tar River, and is part of the larger metropolitan area of Henderson. The town has a total area of 1.2 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the area.

Economy

The economy of Prospect is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few other retail stores. The town also has a few small industrial plants, which provide employment for many of the town’s residents.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Prospect was 1,072. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.9% from two or more races. The median household income was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,813.

Conclusion

Prospect, North Carolina is a small town located in the northeastern part of the state, in the county of Vance. It is situated on the banks of the Tar River, and is part of the larger metropolitan area of Henderson. The town has a population of just over 1,000 people, and is known for its rural charm and small-town atmosphere. The economy of Prospect is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the town is home to several small businesses. The racial makeup of the town is mostly White, with a small percentage of African Americans, Native Americans, Asians, and Pacific Islanders. The median household income is $30,938, and the median family income is $37,813.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Prospect?
Total Population of Prospect is 650.
What is the Total Male Population of Prospect?
Total Male Population of Prospect is 380.
What is the Total Female Population of Prospect?
Total Female Population of Prospect is 270.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Prospect?
There are 140.74 Males per 100 Females in Prospect.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Prospect?
There are 71.05 Females per 100 Males in Prospect.
What is the Median Population Age in Prospect?
Median Population Age in Prospect is 43.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Prospect
Average Family Size in Prospect is 4.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Prospect
Average Household Size in Prospect is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Prospect?
Per Capita income in Prospect is $34,176.
What is the Median Family Income in Prospect?
Median Family Income in Prospect is $114,792.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Prospect?
Income or Wage Gap in Prospect is 29.6%.
Women in Prospect earn 70.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Prospect?
Inequality or Gini Index in Prospect is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Prospect?
There are 309 People in the Labor Forcein in Prospect.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Prospect?
53.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Prospect.