Carthage, TN

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Carthage Overview

2,454
TOTAL POPULATION
1,157
MALE POPULATION
1,297
FEMALE POPULATION
89.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.10
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,044
PER CAPITA INCOME
$63,913
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,526
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$14,531
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,261
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Carthage

The most populous races in Carthage are White / Caucasian (2,104 | 85.7%), Two or more Races (169 | 6.9%), and Black / African American (128 | 5.2%).
Race in Carthage
Race# Population% Population
Asian311.3%
Black / African American1285.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino883.6%
Native / Alaskan80.3%
White / Caucasian2,10485.7%
Two or more Races1696.9%
Some other Race140.6%
Total2,454100.0%

Ancestry in Carthage

The most populous ancestries reported in Carthage are Irish (378 | 15.4%), American (364 | 14.8%), English (331 | 13.5%), German (182 | 7.4%), and Scottish (114 | 4.6%), together accounting for 55.8% of all Carthage residents.
Ancestry in Carthage
Ancestry# Population% Population
African150.6%
American36414.8%
British220.9%
Cherokee562.3%
Chickasaw50.2%
Colombian492.0%
Cuban80.3%
Dutch150.6%
English33113.5%
European271.1%
French210.9%
German1827.4%
Indian (Asian)80.3%
Irish37815.4%
Italian592.4%
Korean80.3%
Mexican311.3%
Norwegian120.5%
Polish140.6%
Scandinavian180.7%
Scotch-Irish311.3%
Scottish1144.6%
Somali70.3%
South American492.0%
Subsaharan African220.9%
Thai391.6%
Welsh40.2%
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Immigrants in Carthage

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Carthage came from Asia (31 | 1.3%), India (31 | 1.3%), South Central Asia (31 | 1.3%), Central America (8 | 0.3%), and Latin America (8 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.4% of all Carthage residents.
Immigrants in Carthage
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia311.3%
Canada60.2%
Central America80.3%
India311.3%
Latin America80.3%
Mexico80.3%
South Central Asia311.3%
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Sex and Age in Carthage

Sex and Age in Carthage

The most populous age groups in Carthage are Under 5 Years (139 | 12.0%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (176 | 13.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years139 (12.0%)32 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Years71 (6.1%)24 (1.8%)
10 to 14 Years20 (1.7%)35 (2.7%)
15 to 19 Years100 (8.6%)63 (4.9%)
20 to 24 Years78 (6.7%)87 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Years92 (8.0%)124 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years100 (8.6%)41 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years64 (5.5%)176 (13.6%)
40 to 44 Years35 (3.0%)58 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years44 (3.8%)94 (7.2%)
50 to 54 Years65 (5.6%)84 (6.5%)
55 to 59 Years107 (9.2%)65 (5.0%)
60 to 64 Years84 (7.3%)82 (6.3%)
65 to 69 Years44 (3.8%)105 (8.1%)
70 to 74 Years76 (6.6%)48 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years18 (1.6%)57 (4.4%)
80 to 84 Years10 (0.9%)47 (3.6%)
85 Years and over10 (0.9%)75 (5.8%)
Total1,157 (100.0%)1,297 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Carthage

Median Family Size in Carthage

The median family size in Carthage is 2.85 persons per family, with married-couple families (390 | 61.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.91 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (126 | 19.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.67 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Carthage
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple390 (61.1%)2.91
Single Male/Father126 (19.8%)2.67
Single Female/Mother122 (19.1%)2.85
Total Families638 (100.0%)2.85

Median Household Size in Carthage

The median household size in Carthage is 2.35 persons per household, with single male/father households (126 | 13.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.28 persons per household. non-family households (332 | 34.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Carthage
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple390 (40.2%)2.91
Single Male/Father126 (13.0%)3.28
Single Female/Mother122 (12.6%)2.93
Non-family332 (34.2%)1.15
Total Households970 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Carthage

Out of a total of 970 households in Carthage, 638 (65.8%) are family households, while 332 (34.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 276, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 285.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Carthage
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-285 (29.4%)
2-Person Households276 (28.4%)43 (4.4%)
3-Person Households204 (21.0%)4 (0.4%)
4-Person Households138 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households6 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households10 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households4 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total638 (65.8%)332 (34.2%)

Female Fertility in Carthage

Fertility by Age in Carthage

Average fertility rate in Carthage is 143.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 302.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Carthage
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years6 (6.5%)95.0
20 to 34 years76 (81.7%)302.0
35 to 50 years11 (11.8%)33.0
Total93 (100.0%)143.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Carthage

21.5% of women with births (93) in Carthage 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 35 to 50 years age bracket with 45.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Carthage
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years14 (18.4%)62 (81.6%)
35 to 50 years6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Total20 (21.5%)73 (78.5%)

Fertility by Education in Carthage

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School6 (6.5%)95.0
High School Diploma62 (66.7%)252.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (6.5%)23.0
Bachelor's Degree19 (20.4%)288.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total93 (100.0%)143.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Carthage

78.5% of women with births in Carthage 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 less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Carthage
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree14 (73.7%)5 (26.3%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total20 (21.5%)73 (78.5%)

Income in Carthage

Income Overview in Carthage

Per Capita Income in Carthage is $27,044, while median incomes of families and households are $63,913 and $53,526 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,454$27,044
Median Family Income638$63,913
Mean Family Income638$77,768
Median Household Income970$53,526
Mean Household Income970$65,237
Income Deficit638$14,531
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,45442.64%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,45457.36¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,4540.41

Earnings by Sex in Carthage

Average Earnings in Carthage are $31,693, $43,632 for men and $25,028 for women, a difference of 42.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Carthage
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male678 (51.6%)$43,632
Female635 (48.4%)$25,028
Total1,313 (100.0%)$31,693

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carthage

The most common earnings brackets in Carthage are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (74 | 10.9%) and $17,500 to $19,999 for women (130 | 20.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Carthage
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less62 (9.1%)31 (4.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99915 (2.2%)17 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49914 (2.1%)11 (1.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (2.1%)37 (5.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49933 (4.9%)11 (1.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)41 (6.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49914 (2.1%)13 (2.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99922 (3.2%)130 (20.5%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99925 (3.7%)26 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99954 (8.0%)54 (8.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99941 (6.0%)72 (11.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)18 (2.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99974 (10.9%)29 (4.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99950 (7.4%)67 (10.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99944 (6.5%)8 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99969 (10.2%)45 (7.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99932 (4.7%)12 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99965 (9.6%)13 (2.1%)
$100,000+50 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total678 (100.0%)635 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carthage

Average earnings in Carthage are $46,615 for men and $26,611 for women, a difference of 42.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,357, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,641. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,167, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $13,889.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$63,512$13,889
High School Diploma$31,641$25,884
College or Associate's Degree$47,292$19,404
Bachelor's Degree$70,547$49,167
Graduate Degree$80,357$47,813
Total$46,615$26,611

Family Income in Carthage

Family Income Brackets in Carthage

According to the Carthage family income data, there are 152 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Carthage
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000375.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999203.1%
$25,000 to $34,999386.0%
$35,000 to $49,99915223.8%
$50,000 to $74,99910616.6%
$75,000 to $99,99911117.4%
$100,000 to $149,9999214.4%
$150,000 to $199,9997511.8%
$200,000+71.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carthage

2-person families (296 | 46.4%) account for the highest median family income in Carthage with $80,313 per family, while 2-person families (296 | 46.4%) have the highest median income of $40,156 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Carthage
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families296 (46.4%)$80,313
3-Person Families232 (36.4%)$49,205
4-Person Families90 (14.1%)$54,773
5-Person Families6 (0.9%)$0
6-Person Families10 (1.6%)$0
7+ Person Families4 (0.6%)$0
Total638 (100.0%)$63,913

Family Income by Number of Earners in Carthage

The median family income in Carthage is $63,913, with families comprising 3+ earners (31) having the highest median family income of $170,583, while families with no earners (44) have the lowest median family income of $40,000, accounting for 4.9% and 6.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Carthage
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners44 (6.9%)$40,000
1 Earner279 (43.7%)$48,036
2 Earners284 (44.5%)$98,125
3+ Earners31 (4.9%)$170,583
Total638 (100.0%)$63,913

Household Income in Carthage

Household Income Brackets in Carthage

With 176 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Carthage, accounting for 18.1% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (0.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Carthage
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000929.5%
$10,000 to $14,999727.4%
$15,000 to $24,999717.3%
$25,000 to $34,999636.5%
$35,000 to $49,99916617.1%
$50,000 to $74,99917618.1%
$75,000 to $99,99911612.0%
$100,000 to $149,99912613.0%
$150,000 to $199,999818.4%
$200,000+70.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Carthage

The median household income in Carthage is $53,526, with the highest median household income of $65,568 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 245 households (25.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 69 households (7.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Carthage
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years69 (7.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years245 (25.3%)$65,568
45 to 64 Years397 (40.9%)$56,635
65+ Years259 (26.7%)$49,176
Total970 (100.0%)$53,526

Poverty in Carthage

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage

With 11.6% poverty level for males and 17.7% for females among the residents of Carthage, 18 to 24 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 40 males (36.7%) and 6 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years42 (30.2%)22 (68.8%)
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%)6 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (23.1%)
18 to 24 Years40 (36.7%)59 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years18 (10.2%)19 (11.5%)
35 to 44 Years5 (6.2%)11 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years4 (4.0%)42 (24.3%)
55 to 64 Years10 (5.8%)22 (15.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (3.3%)21 (13.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (7.4%)
Total123 (11.6%)217 (17.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage

According to the poverty statistics in Carthage, males aged 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years97 (69.8%)10 (31.2%)
5 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years36 (100.0%)45 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years16 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
15 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years38 (100.0%)20 (76.9%)
18 to 24 Years69 (63.3%)59 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years158 (89.8%)146 (88.5%)
35 to 44 Years76 (93.8%)214 (95.1%)
45 to 54 Years97 (96.0%)131 (75.7%)
55 to 64 Years162 (94.2%)125 (85.0%)
65 to 74 Years116 (96.7%)132 (86.3%)
75 Years and over18 (100.0%)112 (92.6%)
Total936 (88.4%)1,008 (82.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Carthage

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Carthage show that 4.4% or 17 of the total 390 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 60.0%, comprising of 6 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 Carthage
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children280 (96.2%)11 (3.8%)
1 or 2 Children89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total373 (95.6%)17 (4.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carthage

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Carthage
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)31 (45.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)37 (30.3%)

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

The poverty data for Carthage shows that 17 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 37 of the single-parent households (14.9%) 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 (60.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Carthage
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)31 (20.7%)
3 or 4 Children6 (60.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (4.4%)37 (14.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Carthage

Employment by Class of Employer in Carthage

Among the 1,240 employed individuals in Carthage, private company employees (964 | 77.7%), local government employees (102 | 8.2%), and state government employees (63 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Carthage
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees96477.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)322.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)473.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations110.9%
Local Government Employees1028.2%
State Government Employees635.1%
Federal Government Employees60.5%
Unpaid Family Workers151.2%
Total1,240100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Carthage

According to the labor force statistics for Carthage, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,113), 59.7% or 1,261 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 18 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 82.0% or 273 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.1% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Carthage
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years106 (74.1%)4 (3.8%)
20 to 24 Years107 (64.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years153 (70.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years107 (75.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years273 (82.0%)14 (5.1%)
45 to 54 Years214 (74.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years124 (72.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years74 (44.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years65 (23.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over39 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,261 (59.7%)18 (1.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carthage

According to labor force statistics for Carthage, 71.9% of individuals (945) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,315) are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 14 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 94.9% or 278 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.3% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School63 (55.3%)7 (6.3%)
High School Diploma305 (60.0%)8 (1.6%)
College / Associate Degree299 (74.8%)7 (1.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher278 (94.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total945 (71.9%)20 (1.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Carthage

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carthage are Health Diagnosing & Treating (156 | 12.5%), Business & Financial (88 | 7.1%), Community & Social Service (87 | 7.0%), Management (67 | 5.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (45 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Carthage

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Carthage, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (82.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Management33 (49.2%)34 (50.7%)
Business & Financial55 (62.5%)33 (37.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science34 (80.9%)8 (19.1%)
Computers & Mathematics34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 72 (82.8%)15 (17.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library37 (82.2%)8 (17.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (7.7%)144 (92.3%)
Health Technologists12 (54.5%)10 (45.5%)
Total (Category)206 (46.8%)234 (53.2%)
Total (Overall)633 (50.9%)611 (49.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Carthage are Cleaning & Maintenance (71 | 5.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (56 | 4.5%), Healthcare Support (28 | 2.2%), Security & Protection (26 | 2.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (21 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Carthage

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Carthage, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (57.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (38.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support19 (67.9%)9 (32.1%)
Security & Protection26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving24 (42.9%)32 (57.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance44 (62.0%)27 (38.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Total (Category)113 (57.7%)83 (42.3%)
Total (Overall)633 (50.9%)611 (49.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Carthage are Office & Administration (126 | 10.1%), and Sales & Related (120 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Carthage

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related30 (25.0%)90 (75.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)126 (100.0%)
Total (Category)30 (12.2%)216 (87.8%)
Total (Overall)633 (50.9%)611 (49.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Carthage are Construction & Extraction (113 | 9.1%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (8 | 0.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Carthage

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)633 (50.9%)611 (49.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Carthage are Production (185 | 14.9%), Transportation (49 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (2 | 0.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Carthage

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Carthage
OccupationMaleFemale
Production111 (60.0%)74 (40.0%)
Transportation45 (91.8%)4 (8.2%)
Material Moving2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)158 (66.9%)78 (33.1%)
Total (Overall)633 (50.9%)611 (49.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage

Employment Industries in Carthage

The major employment industries in Carthage include Manufacturing (259 | 20.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (255 | 20.5%), Construction (135 | 10.8%), Retail Trade (134 | 10.8%), and Public Administration (98 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Carthage

Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage

The Carthage industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (90.2%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (87.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Carthage
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction127 (94.1%)8 (5.9%)
Manufacturing164 (63.3%)95 (36.7%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Retail Trade37 (27.6%)97 (72.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing21 (63.6%)12 (36.4%)
Utilities4 (26.7%)11 (73.3%)
Information10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)
Finance & Insurance4 (9.8%)37 (90.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific18 (45.0%)22 (55.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support46 (65.7%)24 (34.3%)
Educational Services21 (65.6%)11 (34.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance31 (12.2%)224 (87.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services24 (51.1%)23 (48.9%)
Public Administration65 (66.3%)33 (33.7%)
Total633 (50.9%)611 (49.1%)

Education in Carthage

School Enrollment in Carthage

The most common levels of schooling among the 304 students in Carthage are high school (90 | 29.6%), kindergarten (68 | 22.4%), and elementary school (52 | 17.1%).
School Enrollment in Carthage
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool144.6%
Kindergarten6822.4%
Elementary School5217.1%
Middle School4013.2%
High School9029.6%
College / Undergraduate206.6%
Graduate / Professional206.6%
Total304100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Carthage

Out of a total of 304 students who are enrolled in schools in Carthage, 22 (7.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 282 (92.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 7 (63.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 55 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Carthage
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old81 (92.0%)7 (8.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds83 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total282 (92.8%)22 (7.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Carthage

Business (174 | 43.8%), education (42 | 10.6%), computers & mathematics (35 | 8.8%), psychology (33 | 8.3%), and bio, nature & agricultural (31 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 397 individuals in Carthage who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Carthage
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics358.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural317.8%
Physical & Health Sciences51.3%
Psychology338.3%
Social Sciences133.3%
Engineering51.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology61.5%
Business17443.8%
Education4210.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History82.0%
Visual & Performing Arts61.5%
Communications215.3%
Arts & Humanities184.5%
Total397100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Carthage

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carthage

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Carthage are males with 2 vehicles (291, accounting for 46.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (219, making up 47.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Carthage
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle15 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle124 (19.7%)145 (23.7%)
2 Vehicles291 (46.3%)219 (35.8%)
3 Vehicles148 (23.5%)71 (11.6%)
4 Vehicles33 (5.2%)165 (27.0%)
5 or more Vehicles18 (2.9%)11 (1.8%)
Total629 (100.0%)611 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Carthage

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Carthage are 45 to 59 minutes (218 commuters, 18.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (185 commuters, 15.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (177 commuters, 15.0%).
Commute Time in Carthage
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes927.8%
5 to 9 Minutes18515.7%
10 to 14 Minutes17715.0%
15 to 19 Minutes1139.6%
20 to 24 Minutes413.5%
25 to 29 Minutes221.9%
30 to 34 Minutes1028.7%
35 to 39 Minutes221.9%
40 to 44 Minutes494.2%
45 to 59 Minutes21818.5%
60 to 89 Minutes14812.6%
90 or more Minutes70.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Carthage

The most common commute times in Carthage are 60 to 89 minutes (106 commuters, 17.8%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (171 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Carthage
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes27 (4.5%)65 (11.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes94 (15.8%)91 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes93 (15.6%)84 (14.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes89 (15.0%)24 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes38 (6.4%)3 (0.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes22 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes19 (3.2%)83 (14.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes13 (2.2%)9 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes40 (6.7%)9 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes47 (7.9%)171 (29.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes106 (17.8%)42 (7.2%)
90 or more Minutes7 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carthage

The most frequent times of departure to work in Carthage are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (76, 12.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (143, 24.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Carthage
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM42 (7.1%)9 (1.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM76 (12.8%)50 (8.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM66 (11.1%)53 (9.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM74 (12.4%)6 (1.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM73 (12.3%)27 (4.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM56 (9.4%)143 (24.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM45 (7.6%)48 (8.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM38 (6.4%)102 (17.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (0.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM9 (1.5%)23 (4.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (1.3%)14 (2.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM13 (2.2%)31 (5.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM48 (8.1%)38 (6.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM47 (7.9%)32 (5.5%)
Total595 (100.0%)581 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Carthage

Occupancy by Ownership in Carthage

Of the total 970 dwellings in Carthage, owner-occupied units account for 562 (57.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 408 (42.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Carthage
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units56257.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units40842.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units970100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Carthage

Occupancy by Household Size in Carthage
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household28529.4%
2-Person Household31932.9%
3-Person Household20821.4%
4+ Person Household15816.3%
Total Housing Units970100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carthage

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Carthage
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household128 (44.9%)157 (55.1%)
2-Person Household250 (78.4%)69 (21.6%)
3-Person Household116 (55.8%)92 (44.2%)
4+ Person Household68 (43.0%)90 (57.0%)
Total Housing Units562 (57.9%)408 (42.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carthage

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Carthage
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School59 (60.2%)39 (39.8%)
High School Diploma277 (59.2%)191 (40.8%)
College/Associate Degree68 (42.2%)93 (57.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher158 (65.0%)85 (35.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carthage

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Carthage
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years21922.6%
35 to 44 Years959.8%
45 to 54 Years20220.8%
55 to 64 Years19520.1%
65 to 74 Years14414.8%
75 to 84 Years636.5%
85 Years and Over525.4%
Total970100.0%

Housing Finances in Carthage

Median Income by Occupancy in Carthage

Median Income by Occupancy in Carthage
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied562 (57.9%)$66,500
Renter-Occupied408 (42.1%)$34,211
Average970 (100.0%)$53,526

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carthage

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Carthage
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (2.3%)56 (13.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99917 (3.0%)6 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (1.1%)66 (16.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (1.3%)25 (6.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99933 (5.9%)6 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)63 (15.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999127 (22.6%)39 (9.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99997 (17.3%)79 (19.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999108 (19.2%)8 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999113 (20.1%)13 (3.2%)
$150,000 or more41 (7.3%)47 (11.5%)
Total562 (100.0%)408 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carthage

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Carthage
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30038 (6.8%)44 (10.8%)
$300 to $49968 (12.1%)27 (6.6%)
$500 to $79992 (16.4%)129 (31.6%)
$800 to $99974 (13.2%)96 (23.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499187 (33.3%)102 (25.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99992 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4995 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9996 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total562 (100.0%)408 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Carthage

Housing Structures in Carthage

Housing Structures in Carthage
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached72674.9%
Single Unit, Attached181.9%
2 Unit Apartments171.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments666.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments12212.6%
10 or more Apartments212.2%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total970100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carthage

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Carthage
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached550 (75.8%)176 (24.2%)
Single Unit, Attached12 (66.7%)6 (33.3%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)122 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total562 (57.9%)408 (42.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carthage

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Carthage
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)61 (14.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms72 (12.8%)240 (58.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms262 (46.6%)83 (20.3%)
8 or more Rooms228 (40.6%)24 (5.9%)
Total562 (100.0%)408 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carthage

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Carthage
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas369 (65.7%)146 (35.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity193 (34.3%)262 (64.2%)
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%)
Total562 (100.0%)408 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Carthage

Household Vehicle Usage in Carthage
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle37 (6.6%)52 (12.8%)
1 Vehicle133 (23.7%)182 (44.6%)
2 Vehicles226 (40.2%)130 (31.9%)
3 or more Vehicles166 (29.5%)44 (10.8%)
Total562 (100.0%)408 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Carthage

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Carthage

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units180382
Median Property Value$176,400$195,800
Median Household Income$45,227$24
Monthly Housing Costs$438$0
Real Estate Taxes$895$9

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (13.3%)5 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,9995 (2.8%)69 (18.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999119 (66.1%)241 (63.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99923 (12.8%)61 (16.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9995 (2.8%)6 (1.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more4 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total180 (100.0%)382 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00011 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99942 (23.3%)19 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99957 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99924 (13.3%)70 (18.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (2.8%)73 (19.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99924 (13.3%)103 (27.0%)
$150,000 or more17 (9.4%)89 (23.3%)
Total180 (100.0%)382 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Carthage

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Carthage
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x63 (35.0%)80,789 (21,148.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x29 (16.1%)136 (35.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x5 (2.8%)114 (29.8%)
4.0x or more83 (46.1%)43 (11.3%)
Total180 (100.0%)382 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carthage

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Carthage
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80074 (41.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49951 (28.3%)107 (28.0%)
$800 to $1,49941 (22.8%)145 (38.0%)
Total180 (100.0%)382 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years244 (96.8%)8 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years226 (86.9%)34 (13.1%)
26 to 34 Years206 (82.1%)45 (17.9%)
35 to 44 Years279 (91.2%)27 (8.8%)
45 to 54 Years207 (75.5%)67 (24.4%)
55 to 64 Years294 (92.2%)25 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years273 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,078 (91.0%)206 (9.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Carthage
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen244 (96.8%)8 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen226 (86.9%)34 (13.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carthage

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Carthage
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000339 (98.6%)5 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999522 (91.7%)47 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999439 (90.7%)45 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999272 (89.2%)33 (10.8%)
$100,000 and over506 (86.9%)76 (13.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Carthage
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6160 (76.2%)56 (26.7%)
6 to 18 Years110 (43.6%)134 (53.2%)
19 to 25 Years94 (36.1%)132 (50.8%)
25 to 34 Years32 (12.8%)174 (69.3%)
35 to 44 Years18 (5.9%)261 (85.3%)
45 to 54 Years74 (27.0%)138 (50.4%)
55 to 64 Years94 (29.5%)219 (68.6%)
65 to 74 Years273 (100.0%)231 (84.6%)
75 Years and over139 (100.0%)97 (69.8%)
Total994 (43.5%)1,442 (63.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carthage

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Carthage
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1 (0.7%)15 (16.5%)
18 to 34 Years51 (17.9%)16 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years59 (16.7%)122 (22.4%)
65 to 74 Years78 (65.0%)21 (13.7%)
75 Years and over6 (33.3%)55 (45.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Carthage

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <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 Years34 (11.9%)6 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years52 (14.7%)53 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years44 (36.7%)10 (6.5%)
75 Years and over5 (27.8%)48 (39.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <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 Years5 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (7.6%)70 (12.8%)
65 to 74 Years63 (52.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (9.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (0.7%)15 (16.5%)
18 to 34 Years12 (4.2%)11 (3.9%)
35 to 64 Years25 (7.1%)49 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (3.3%)6 (3.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (19.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years48 (13.6%)81 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years74 (61.7%)11 (7.2%)
75 Years and over1 (5.6%)43 (35.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Carthage: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years20 (5.7%)20 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years3 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)30 (24.8%)

Technology Access in Carthage

Computing Device Access in Carthage

Computing Device Access in Carthage
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop60162.0%
Smartphone75577.8%
Tablet50652.2%
No Computing Device14514.9%
Total970100.0%

Internet Access in Carthage

Internet Access in Carthage
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet40.4%
Broadband Home57259.0%
Cellular Data Only17417.9%
Satellite Internet252.6%
No Internet20320.9%
Total970100.0%

Carthage Summary

Carthage, Tennessee is a small town located in Smith County, Tennessee. It is situated in the middle of the state, about halfway between Nashville and Knoxville. The town has a population of just over 2,000 people and is the county seat of Smith County.

History

Carthage was founded in 1817 by a group of settlers from North Carolina. The town was named after the ancient city of Carthage in Tunisia. The settlers were attracted to the area due to its fertile soil and abundant natural resources. The town quickly grew and by 1820, it had become the county seat of Smith County.
In the early 19th century, Carthage was a thriving agricultural center. The town was home to several cotton plantations and was a major producer of tobacco. The town also had a thriving lumber industry, with several sawmills located in the area.
In the late 19th century, the town began to decline. The Civil War had a devastating effect on the town, as many of the plantations were destroyed and the economy was in ruins. The town slowly recovered, but it never regained its former prosperity.

Geography

Carthage is located in the middle of Smith County, Tennessee. The town is situated on the banks of the Caney Fork River, which flows through the town. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in a valley. The town is located about halfway between Nashville and Knoxville, and is about an hour and a half drive from each city.
The climate in Carthage is temperate, with hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

The economy of Carthage is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and cotton. The town also has a thriving lumber industry, with several sawmills located in the area.
The town also has a small manufacturing sector, with several small factories located in the area. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Carthage was 2,072. The town is predominantly white, with about 95% of the population being white. The town also has a small African American population, with about 4% of the population being African American. The town also has a small Hispanic population, with about 1% of the population being Hispanic.
The median household income in Carthage is $35,000, and the median home value is $90,000. The town has a poverty rate of about 20%, which is higher than the national average.

Conclusion

Carthage, Tennessee is a small town located in Smith County, Tennessee. The town has a population of just over 2,000 people and is the county seat of Smith County. The town was founded in 1817 and was a thriving agricultural center in the early 19th century. The town has a temperate climate and is home to several farms, sawmills, and small businesses. The town has a predominantly white population, with a small African American and Hispanic population. The median household income in Carthage is $35,000, and the median home value is $90,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Carthage?
Total Population of Carthage is 2,454.
What is the Total Male Population of Carthage?
Total Male Population of Carthage is 1,157.
What is the Total Female Population of Carthage?
Total Female Population of Carthage is 1,297.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Carthage?
There are 89.21 Males per 100 Females in Carthage.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Carthage?
There are 112.10 Females per 100 Males in Carthage.
What is the Median Population Age in Carthage?
Median Population Age in Carthage is 39.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Carthage
Average Family Size in Carthage is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Carthage
Average Household Size in Carthage is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Carthage?
Per Capita income in Carthage is $27,044.
What is the Median Family Income in Carthage?
Median Family Income in Carthage is $63,913.
What is the Median Household income in Carthage?
Median Household Income in Carthage is $53,526.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Carthage?
Income or Wage Gap in Carthage is 42.6%.
Women in Carthage earn 57.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Carthage?
Family Income Deficit in Carthage is $14,531.
Families that are below poverty line in Carthage earn $14,531 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage?
Inequality or Gini Index in Carthage is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Carthage?
There are 1,261 People in the Labor Forcein in Carthage.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Carthage?
59.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Carthage.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Carthage?
Unemployment Rate in Carthage is 1.4%.