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Sulphur Overview

5,025
TOTAL POPULATION
2,529
MALE POPULATION
2,496
FEMALE POPULATION
101.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,745
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,951
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
11.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
88.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,909
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
50.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

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Sulphur Area Codes

Race in Sulphur

The most populous races in Sulphur are White / Caucasian (3,517 | 70.0%), Two or more Races (811 | 16.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (616 | 12.3%).
Race in Sulphur
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American761.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino61612.3%
Native / Alaskan50410.0%
White / Caucasian3,51770.0%
Two or more Races81116.1%
Some other Race1172.3%
Total5,025100.0%

Ancestry in Sulphur

The most populous ancestries reported in Sulphur are German (607 | 12.1%), Mexican (455 | 9.0%), American (414 | 8.2%), English (411 | 8.2%), and Chickasaw (380 | 7.6%), together accounting for 45.1% of all Sulphur residents.
Ancestry in Sulphur
Ancestry# Population% Population
American4148.2%
Blackfeet170.3%
British821.6%
Cherokee1763.5%
Chickasaw3807.6%
Choctaw2935.8%
Comanche591.2%
Dutch260.5%
Dutch West Indian70.1%
Eastern European40.1%
English4118.2%
French300.6%
German60712.1%
Irish3376.7%
Italian831.7%
Mexican4559.0%
Norwegian1332.6%
Polish450.9%
Portuguese130.3%
Potawatomi330.7%
Puerto Rican571.1%
Russian320.6%
Scotch-Irish240.5%
Scottish2284.5%
Seminole661.3%
Spanish410.8%
Yaqui771.5%
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Immigrants in Sulphur

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Sulphur came from Central America (78 | 1.5%), Latin America (78 | 1.5%), Mexico (78 | 1.5%), Europe (12 | 0.2%), and Northern Europe (12 | 0.2%), together accounting for 5.1% of all Sulphur residents.
Immigrants in Sulphur
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America781.5%
Europe120.2%
Latin America781.5%
Mexico781.5%
Northern Europe120.2%
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Sex and Age in Sulphur

Sex and Age in Sulphur

The most populous age groups in Sulphur are 15 to 19 Years (285 | 11.3%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (201 | 8.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years202 (8.0%)152 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years141 (5.6%)201 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Years279 (11.0%)135 (5.4%)
15 to 19 Years285 (11.3%)164 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years226 (8.9%)103 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Years91 (3.6%)106 (4.3%)
30 to 34 Years95 (3.8%)161 (6.5%)
35 to 39 Years117 (4.6%)155 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years101 (4.0%)120 (4.8%)
45 to 49 Years189 (7.5%)167 (6.7%)
50 to 54 Years88 (3.5%)118 (4.7%)
55 to 59 Years164 (6.5%)179 (7.2%)
60 to 64 Years186 (7.3%)172 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years118 (4.7%)180 (7.2%)
70 to 74 Years122 (4.8%)108 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years23 (0.9%)50 (2.0%)
80 to 84 Years29 (1.1%)28 (1.1%)
85 Years and over73 (2.9%)197 (7.9%)
Total2,529 (100.0%)2,496 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Sulphur

Median Family Size in Sulphur

The median family size in Sulphur is 3.68 persons per family, with single female/mother families (212 | 21.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (77 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.43 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Sulphur
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple699 (70.8%)3.56
Single Male/Father77 (7.8%)3.43
Single Female/Mother212 (21.5%)4.19
Total Families988 (100.0%)3.68

Median Household Size in Sulphur

The median household size in Sulphur is 2.63 persons per household, with single female/mother households (212 | 12.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.19 persons per household. non-family households (769 | 43.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.25 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Sulphur
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple699 (39.8%)3.57
Single Male/Father77 (4.4%)3.58
Single Female/Mother212 (12.1%)4.19
Non-family769 (43.8%)1.25
Total Households1,757 (100.0%)2.63

Household Size by Marriage Status in Sulphur

Out of a total of 1,757 households in Sulphur, 988 (56.2%) are family households, while 769 (43.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 475, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 663.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Sulphur
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-663 (37.7%)
2-Person Households475 (27.0%)65 (3.7%)
3-Person Households141 (8.0%)20 (1.1%)
4-Person Households147 (8.4%)21 (1.2%)
5-Person Households146 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households41 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households38 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total988 (56.2%)769 (43.8%)

Female Fertility in Sulphur

Fertility by Age in Sulphur

Average fertility rate in Sulphur is 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 78.0 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 Sulphur
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years29 (100.0%)78.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total29 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sulphur

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Sulphur
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Sulphur

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School12 (41.4%)38.0
High School Diploma17 (58.6%)70.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total29 (100.0%)29.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sulphur

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma17 (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%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Sulphur

Income Overview in Sulphur

Per Capita Income in Sulphur is $30,745, while median incomes of families and households are $76,250 and $55,951 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,025$30,745
Median Family Income988$76,250
Mean Family Income988$96,129
Median Household Income1,757$55,951
Mean Household Income1,757$80,556
Income Deficit988$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,02511.60%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,02588.40¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,0250.50

Earnings by Sex in Sulphur

Average Earnings in Sulphur are $36,587, $40,288 for men and $35,615 for women, a difference of 11.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Sulphur
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,080 (52.8%)$40,288
Female964 (47.2%)$35,615
Total2,044 (100.0%)$36,587

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sulphur

The most common earnings brackets in Sulphur are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (136 | 12.6%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (207 | 21.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Sulphur
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less14 (1.3%)82 (8.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99919 (1.8%)50 (5.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49917 (1.6%)11 (1.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99961 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49948 (4.4%)22 (2.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99943 (4.0%)31 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49930 (2.8%)17 (1.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)12 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49973 (6.8%)62 (6.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99931 (2.9%)38 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99927 (2.5%)63 (6.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999102 (9.4%)63 (6.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99969 (6.4%)207 (21.5%)
$40,000 to $44,999116 (10.7%)18 (1.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99996 (8.9%)18 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99931 (2.9%)61 (6.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999136 (12.6%)60 (6.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99932 (3.0%)108 (11.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99943 (4.0%)12 (1.2%)
$100,000+92 (8.5%)29 (3.0%)
Total1,080 (100.0%)964 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sulphur

Average earnings in Sulphur are $46,725 for men and $36,806 for women, a difference of 21.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $62,381, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,743. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $52,976, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,080.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$42,411$26,080
High School Diploma$41,743$52,976
College or Associate's Degree$55,417$36,375
Bachelor's Degree$62,381$42,292
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,725$36,806

Family Income in Sulphur

Family Income Brackets in Sulphur

According to the Sulphur family income data, there are 242 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 27 families (2.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Sulphur
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000363.6%
$10,000 to $14,999272.7%
$15,000 to $24,999818.2%
$25,000 to $34,999272.7%
$35,000 to $49,999919.2%
$50,000 to $74,99923223.5%
$75,000 to $99,99914815.0%
$100,000 to $149,99924224.5%
$150,000 to $199,999555.6%
$200,000+495.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sulphur

3-person families (140 | 14.2%) account for the highest median family income in Sulphur with $110,750 per family, while 3-person families (140 | 14.2%) have the highest median income of $36,917 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Sulphur
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families476 (48.2%)$65,196
3-Person Families140 (14.2%)$110,750
4-Person Families147 (14.9%)$0
5-Person Families146 (14.8%)$82,500
6-Person Families53 (5.4%)$0
7+ Person Families26 (2.6%)$0
Total988 (100.0%)$76,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Sulphur

The median family income in Sulphur is $76,250, with families comprising 2 earners (417) having the highest median family income of $104,861, while families with no earners (162) have the lowest median family income of $17,250, accounting for 42.2% and 16.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Sulphur
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners162 (16.4%)$17,250
1 Earner345 (34.9%)$64,338
2 Earners417 (42.2%)$104,861
3+ Earners64 (6.5%)$81,444
Total988 (100.0%)$76,250

Household Income in Sulphur

Household Income Brackets in Sulphur

With 395 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Sulphur, accounting for 22.5% of all households. In contrast, only 58 households (3.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Sulphur
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001357.7%
$10,000 to $14,999905.1%
$15,000 to $24,99920411.6%
$25,000 to $34,999985.6%
$35,000 to $49,99921812.4%
$50,000 to $74,99939522.5%
$75,000 to $99,99919311.0%
$100,000 to $149,99928616.3%
$150,000 to $199,999814.6%
$200,000+583.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Sulphur

The median household income in Sulphur is $55,951, with the highest median household income of $78,833 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 418 households (23.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,989, with 712 households (40.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Sulphur
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years119 (6.8%)$48,938
25 to 44 Years418 (23.8%)$78,833
45 to 64 Years712 (40.5%)$46,989
65+ Years508 (28.9%)$55,452
Total1,757 (100.0%)$55,951

Poverty in Sulphur

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sulphur

With 19.5% poverty level for males and 22.4% for females among the residents of Sulphur, 12 to 14 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 81 males (35.1%) and 73 females (44.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years52 (25.7%)57 (37.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (20.7%)
6 to 11 Years58 (34.7%)70 (40.7%)
12 to 14 Years81 (35.1%)39 (36.8%)
15 Years12 (14.5%)11 (25.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years63 (25.2%)73 (44.2%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)37 (14.4%)
35 to 44 Years15 (7.3%)22 (8.0%)
45 to 54 Years52 (19.3%)91 (31.9%)
55 to 64 Years50 (17.5%)79 (23.0%)
65 to 74 Years39 (20.3%)20 (7.4%)
75 Years and over16 (19.8%)22 (10.1%)
Total438 (19.5%)533 (22.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Sulphur

According to the poverty statistics in Sulphur, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years150 (74.3%)95 (62.5%)
5 Years22 (100.0%)46 (79.3%)
6 to 11 Years109 (65.3%)102 (59.3%)
12 to 14 Years150 (64.9%)67 (63.2%)
15 Years71 (85.5%)33 (75.0%)
16 and 17 Years102 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years187 (74.8%)92 (55.8%)
25 to 34 Years152 (100.0%)220 (85.6%)
35 to 44 Years191 (92.7%)253 (92.0%)
45 to 54 Years217 (80.7%)194 (68.1%)
55 to 64 Years236 (82.5%)265 (77.0%)
65 to 74 Years153 (79.7%)250 (92.6%)
75 Years and over65 (80.2%)197 (89.9%)
Total1,805 (80.5%)1,843 (77.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Sulphur

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Sulphur show that 7.1% or 50 of the total 699 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 12 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 Sulphur
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children285 (88.2%)38 (11.8%)
1 or 2 Children255 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total649 (92.8%)50 (7.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sulphur

According to the poverty data in Sulphur, 40.3% or 31 single-father households and 24.1% or 51 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Sulphur
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children19 (39.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (11.1%)
3 or 4 Children12 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (40.3%)51 (24.1%)

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

The poverty data for Sulphur shows that 50 of the married-couple family households (7.1%) and 82 of the single-parent households (28.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 51 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Sulphur
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children38 (11.8%)19 (16.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)12 (9.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
5 or more Children12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (7.1%)82 (28.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Sulphur

Employment by Class of Employer in Sulphur

Among the 1,899 employed individuals in Sulphur, private company employees (1,289 | 67.9%), local government employees (168 | 8.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (132 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Sulphur
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,28967.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)573.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1327.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations623.3%
Local Government Employees1688.8%
State Government Employees703.7%
Federal Government Employees1015.3%
Unpaid Family Workers201.1%
Total1,899100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Sulphur

Employment Status by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years84 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years297 (90.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years143 (72.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years192 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years404 (81.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years341 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years228 (66.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years123 (34.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years97 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,909 (50.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sulphur

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Sulphur
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School234 (61.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma358 (44.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree608 (80.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher231 (85.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,431 (64.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Sulphur

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sulphur are Management (196 | 10.3%), Community & Social Service (132 | 7.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (115 | 6.1%), Education Instruction & Library (82 | 4.3%), and Health Technologists (54 | 2.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Sulphur

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Sulphur, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Management143 (73.0%)53 (27.0%)
Business & Financial25 (59.5%)17 (40.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 43 (32.6%)89 (67.4%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating45 (39.1%)70 (60.9%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Total (Category)281 (55.1%)229 (44.9%)
Total (Overall)1,014 (53.4%)885 (46.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Sulphur are Healthcare Support (156 | 8.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (111 | 5.9%), Security & Protection (57 | 3.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (57 | 3.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (53 | 2.8%).
Services Occupations in Sulphur

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Sulphur, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (62.3%), Security & Protection (59.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (59.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (79.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (69.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support32 (20.5%)124 (79.5%)
Security & Protection34 (59.7%)23 (40.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention34 (59.7%)23 (40.4%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving34 (30.6%)77 (69.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance33 (62.3%)20 (37.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Total (Category)133 (31.9%)284 (68.1%)
Total (Overall)1,014 (53.4%)885 (46.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Sulphur are Office & Administration (255 | 13.4%), and Sales & Related (108 | 5.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Sulphur

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related58 (53.7%)50 (46.3%)
Office & Administration2 (0.8%)253 (99.2%)
Total (Category)60 (16.5%)303 (83.5%)
Total (Overall)1,014 (53.4%)885 (46.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Sulphur are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (152 | 8.0%), Construction & Extraction (125 | 6.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (16 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Sulphur

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair141 (92.8%)11 (7.2%)
Total (Category)282 (96.3%)11 (3.7%)
Total (Overall)1,014 (53.4%)885 (46.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Sulphur are Material Moving (151 | 8.0%), Production (87 | 4.6%), and Transportation (78 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Sulphur

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Sulphur
OccupationMaleFemale
Production65 (74.7%)22 (25.3%)
Transportation56 (71.8%)22 (28.2%)
Material Moving137 (90.7%)14 (9.3%)
Total (Category)258 (81.7%)58 (18.3%)
Total (Overall)1,014 (53.4%)885 (46.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Sulphur

Employment Industries in Sulphur

The major employment industries in Sulphur include Health Care & Social Assistance (304 | 16.0%), Retail Trade (203 | 10.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (195 | 10.3%), Construction (185 | 9.7%), and Educational Services (134 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Sulphur

Employment Industries by Sex in Sulphur

The Sulphur industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (74.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Sulphur
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing62 (65.3%)33 (34.7%)
Wholesale Trade15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade141 (69.5%)62 (30.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing62 (73.8%)22 (26.2%)
Utilities17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information31 (44.9%)38 (55.1%)
Finance & Insurance31 (47.0%)35 (53.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific31 (49.2%)32 (50.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Educational Services52 (38.8%)82 (61.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance79 (26.0%)225 (74.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation50 (43.1%)66 (56.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services78 (40.0%)117 (60.0%)
Public Administration45 (34.9%)84 (65.1%)
Total1,014 (53.4%)885 (46.6%)

Education in Sulphur

School Enrollment in Sulphur

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,305 students in Sulphur are middle school (373 | 28.6%), elementary school (273 | 20.9%), and high school (233 | 17.8%).
School Enrollment in Sulphur
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1179.0%
Kindergarten675.1%
Elementary School27320.9%
Middle School37328.6%
High School23317.8%
College / Undergraduate22517.2%
Graduate / Professional171.3%
Total1,305100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sulphur

Out of a total of 1,305 students who are enrolled in schools in Sulphur, 144 (11.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,161 (89.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 45 (57.7% 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 60 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Sulphur
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old342 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds330 (79.7%)84 (20.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds200 (93.5%)14 (6.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over33 (42.3%)45 (57.7%)
Total1,161 (89.0%)144 (11.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sulphur

Education (223 | 37.5%), computers & mathematics (87 | 14.6%), business (74 | 12.4%), liberal arts & history (74 | 12.4%), and bio, nature & agricultural (53 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 595 individuals in Sulphur who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Sulphur
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics8714.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural538.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology213.5%
Social Sciences40.7%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology132.2%
Business7412.4%
Education22337.5%
Literature & Languages172.9%
Liberal Arts & History7412.4%
Visual & Performing Arts101.7%
Communications101.7%
Arts & Humanities91.5%
Total595100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Sulphur

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sulphur

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Sulphur are males with 2 vehicles (526, accounting for 51.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (421, making up 59.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Sulphur
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)22 (2.5%)
1 Vehicle120 (11.8%)236 (26.7%)
2 Vehicles526 (51.9%)421 (47.6%)
3 Vehicles181 (17.8%)102 (11.5%)
4 Vehicles144 (14.2%)91 (10.3%)
5 or more Vehicles43 (4.2%)13 (1.5%)
Total1,014 (100.0%)885 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Sulphur

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Sulphur are 15 to 19 minutes (393 commuters, 21.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (357 commuters, 19.1%), and less than 5 minutes (296 commuters, 15.8%).
Commute Time in Sulphur
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes29615.8%
5 to 9 Minutes35719.1%
10 to 14 Minutes26614.2%
15 to 19 Minutes39321.0%
20 to 24 Minutes442.4%
25 to 29 Minutes452.4%
30 to 34 Minutes1447.7%
35 to 39 Minutes653.5%
40 to 44 Minutes90.5%
45 to 59 Minutes1578.4%
60 to 89 Minutes613.3%
90 or more Minutes361.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Sulphur

The most common commute times in Sulphur are 5 to 9 minutes (209 commuters, 21.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (195 commuters, 22.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Sulphur
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes112 (11.3%)184 (20.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes209 (21.1%)148 (16.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes75 (7.6%)191 (21.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes198 (20.0%)195 (22.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)44 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes45 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes117 (11.8%)27 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes46 (4.7%)19 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes9 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes123 (12.4%)34 (3.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes26 (2.6%)35 (4.0%)
90 or more Minutes28 (2.8%)8 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sulphur

The most frequent times of departure to work in Sulphur are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (186, 18.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (128, 14.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Sulphur
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM182 (18.4%)59 (6.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM55 (5.6%)39 (4.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM57 (5.8%)61 (6.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM49 (5.0%)30 (3.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM108 (10.9%)89 (10.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM40 (4.1%)102 (11.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM50 (5.1%)128 (14.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM99 (10.0%)97 (11.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (1.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM89 (9.0%)82 (9.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)72 (8.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM186 (18.8%)51 (5.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM73 (7.4%)64 (7.2%)
Total988 (100.0%)885 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Sulphur

Occupancy by Ownership in Sulphur

Of the total 1,757 dwellings in Sulphur, owner-occupied units account for 1,149 (65.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 608 (34.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Sulphur
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,14965.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units60834.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,757100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Sulphur

Occupancy by Household Size in Sulphur
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household66337.7%
2-Person Household54030.7%
3-Person Household1619.2%
4+ Person Household39322.4%
Total Housing Units1,757100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sulphur

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Sulphur
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household445 (67.1%)218 (32.9%)
2-Person Household408 (75.6%)132 (24.4%)
3-Person Household94 (58.4%)67 (41.6%)
4+ Person Household202 (51.4%)191 (48.6%)
Total Housing Units1,149 (65.4%)608 (34.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sulphur

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Sulphur
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School128 (47.9%)139 (52.1%)
High School Diploma375 (70.1%)160 (29.9%)
College/Associate Degree324 (51.2%)309 (48.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher322 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sulphur

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Sulphur
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years37421.3%
35 to 44 Years1639.3%
45 to 54 Years31517.9%
55 to 64 Years39722.6%
65 to 74 Years33218.9%
75 to 84 Years593.4%
85 Years and Over1176.7%
Total1,757100.0%

Housing Finances in Sulphur

Median Income by Occupancy in Sulphur

Median Income by Occupancy in Sulphur
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,149 (65.4%)$64,779
Renter-Occupied608 (34.6%)$42,237
Average1,757 (100.0%)$55,951

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sulphur

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Sulphur
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00057 (5.0%)17 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99926 (2.3%)35 (5.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99956 (4.9%)33 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99931 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99990 (7.8%)82 (13.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (3.7%)57 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99965 (5.7%)152 (25.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999274 (23.8%)121 (19.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999118 (10.3%)76 (12.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999252 (21.9%)35 (5.8%)
$150,000 or more138 (12.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,149 (100.0%)608 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sulphur

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Sulphur
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300222 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499273 (23.8%)36 (5.9%)
$500 to $799240 (20.9%)179 (29.4%)
$800 to $999116 (10.1%)157 (25.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49993 (8.1%)157 (25.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999145 (12.6%)35 (5.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49947 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more13 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,149 (100.0%)608 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Sulphur

Housing Structures in Sulphur

Housing Structures in Sulphur
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,51386.1%
Single Unit, Attached452.6%
2 Unit Apartments301.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments402.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments271.5%
Mobile Home / Other1025.8%
Total1,757100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sulphur

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Sulphur
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,047 (69.2%)466 (30.8%)
Single Unit, Attached10 (22.2%)35 (77.8%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other92 (90.2%)10 (9.8%)
Total1,149 (65.4%)608 (34.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sulphur

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Sulphur
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room15 (1.3%)20 (3.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms13 (1.1%)90 (14.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms493 (42.9%)256 (42.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms447 (38.9%)242 (39.8%)
8 or more Rooms181 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,149 (100.0%)608 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sulphur

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Sulphur
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas460 (40.0%)328 (53.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity688 (59.9%)280 (46.1%)
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%)
Total1,149 (100.0%)608 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Sulphur

Household Vehicle Usage in Sulphur
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle22 (1.9%)52 (8.6%)
1 Vehicle475 (41.3%)255 (41.9%)
2 Vehicles439 (38.2%)203 (33.4%)
3 or more Vehicles213 (18.5%)98 (16.1%)
Total1,149 (100.0%)608 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Sulphur

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Sulphur

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units597552
Median Property Value$94,100$184,000
Median Household Income$56,521$55
Monthly Housing Costs$326$13
Real Estate Taxes$270$17

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sulphur

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Sulphur
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000191 (32.0%)14 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999117 (19.6%)80 (14.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999269 (45.1%)307 (55.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99910 (1.7%)119 (21.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)32 (5.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more10 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total597 (100.0%)552 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sulphur

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Sulphur
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00062 (10.4%)1 (0.2%)
$10,000 to $24,999125 (20.9%)21 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99933 (5.5%)52 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99921 (3.5%)9 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999132 (22.1%)44 (8.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99964 (10.7%)142 (25.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99977 (12.9%)54 (9.8%)
$150,000 or more83 (13.9%)175 (31.7%)
Total597 (100.0%)552 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sulphur

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Sulphur
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x391 (65.5%)80,870 (14,650.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x32 (5.4%)286 (51.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x25 (4.2%)58 (10.5%)
4.0x or more149 (25.0%)34 (6.2%)
Total597 (100.0%)552 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sulphur

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Sulphur
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800487 (81.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49962 (10.4%)209 (37.9%)
$800 to $1,49925 (4.2%)184 (33.3%)
Total597 (100.0%)552 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years412 (94.9%)22 (5.1%)
6 to 18 Years945 (96.1%)38 (3.9%)
19 to 25 Years301 (78.2%)84 (21.8%)
26 to 34 Years276 (72.6%)104 (27.4%)
35 to 44 Years404 (84.0%)77 (16.0%)
45 to 54 Years408 (73.7%)146 (26.4%)
55 to 64 Years527 (83.7%)103 (16.4%)
65 to 74 Years462 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older300 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,035 (87.5%)574 (12.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Sulphur
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born412 (94.9%)22 (5.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen945 (96.1%)38 (3.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen301 (78.2%)84 (21.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sulphur

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Sulphur
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000707 (82.3%)152 (17.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999555 (78.6%)151 (21.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,048 (91.4%)99 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999559 (95.4%)27 (4.6%)
$100,000 and over1,166 (88.9%)145 (11.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6234 (53.9%)178 (41.0%)
6 to 18 Years440 (44.8%)516 (52.5%)
19 to 25 Years43 (11.2%)280 (72.7%)
25 to 34 Years62 (16.3%)214 (56.3%)
35 to 44 Years38 (7.9%)404 (84.0%)
45 to 54 Years108 (19.5%)313 (56.5%)
55 to 64 Years196 (31.1%)365 (57.9%)
65 to 74 Years462 (100.0%)272 (58.9%)
75 Years and over300 (100.0%)56 (18.7%)
Total1,883 (40.8%)2,598 (56.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sulphur

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Sulphur
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years66 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years16 (4.1%)18 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years190 (25.0%)279 (30.9%)
65 to 74 Years59 (30.7%)40 (14.8%)
75 Years and over46 (56.8%)135 (61.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Sulphur

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years42 (5.5%)49 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years39 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over46 (56.8%)41 (18.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years31 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years109 (14.3%)68 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over46 (56.8%)39 (17.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years47 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years16 (4.1%)18 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years69 (9.1%)141 (15.6%)
65 to 74 Years19 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over46 (56.8%)85 (38.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years59 (7.7%)149 (16.5%)
65 to 74 Years39 (20.3%)30 (11.1%)
75 Years and over46 (56.8%)135 (61.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Sulphur: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)61 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years20 (10.4%)20 (7.4%)
75 Years and over46 (56.8%)72 (32.9%)

Technology Access in Sulphur

Computing Device Access in Sulphur

Computing Device Access in Sulphur
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,06560.6%
Smartphone1,44882.4%
Tablet76743.6%
No Computing Device21412.2%
Total1,757100.0%

Internet Access in Sulphur

Internet Access in Sulphur
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home89851.1%
Cellular Data Only1468.3%
Satellite Internet895.1%
No Internet54731.1%
Total1,757100.0%

Sulphur Summary

Sulphur is a city located in Murray County, Oklahoma, United States. It is the county seat of Murray County and is situated in the Arbuckle Mountains. The population was 4,929 at the 2010 census, an increase of 8.3 percent from 4,547 at the 2000 census.

History

Sulphur was founded in 1882 by the Choctaw Nation. The town was named after the nearby Sulphur Springs, which were believed to have medicinal properties. The springs were a popular destination for visitors from all over the region.
The town was incorporated in 1898 and quickly became a center of commerce and industry. The first bank in the area was established in Sulphur in 1901. The town was also home to a number of businesses, including a cotton gin, a flour mill, a sawmill, and a brick factory.
In the early 1900s, Sulphur was a popular tourist destination. The town was home to a number of resorts, including the Sulphur Springs Hotel, which was built in 1902. The hotel was a popular destination for visitors from all over the region.

Geography

Sulphur is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 177 and State Highway 7 in Murray County. It is situated in the Arbuckle Mountains, which are part of the larger Ouachita Mountains range. The city is located approximately 80 miles south of Oklahoma City and 110 miles north of Dallas, Texas.
The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land. The city is located at an elevation of 890 feet above sea level.

Economy

Sulphur is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to a number of businesses, including a number of retail stores, restaurants, and service providers. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing and industrial businesses, including a number of oil and gas companies.
The city is also home to a number of educational institutions, including Murray State College and the Sulphur Public Schools. The city is also home to a number of medical facilities, including the Murray County Medical Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 4,929 people, 1,945 households, and 1,269 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,179.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 81.2% White, 0.7% African American, 11.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 5.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,813. Males had a median income of $30,938 versus $20,972 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,945. About 14.2% of families and 17.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Sulphur?
Total Population of Sulphur is 5,025.
What is the Total Male Population of Sulphur?
Total Male Population of Sulphur is 2,529.
What is the Total Female Population of Sulphur?
Total Female Population of Sulphur is 2,496.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Sulphur?
There are 101.32 Males per 100 Females in Sulphur.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Sulphur?
There are 98.70 Females per 100 Males in Sulphur.
What is the Median Population Age in Sulphur?
Median Population Age in Sulphur is 38.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Sulphur
Average Family Size in Sulphur is 3.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Sulphur
Average Household Size in Sulphur is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Sulphur?
Per Capita income in Sulphur is $30,745.
What is the Median Family Income in Sulphur?
Median Family Income in Sulphur is $76,250.
What is the Median Household income in Sulphur?
Median Household Income in Sulphur is $55,951.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Sulphur?
Income or Wage Gap in Sulphur is 11.6%.
Women in Sulphur earn 88.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Sulphur?
Inequality or Gini Index in Sulphur is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Sulphur?
There are 1,909 People in the Labor Forcein in Sulphur.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Sulphur?
50.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Sulphur.