Canyon, TX
Canyon Map
Canyon Overview
15,089
TOTAL POPULATION
7,353
MALE POPULATION
7,736
FEMALE POPULATION
95.05
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
28.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,460
PER CAPITA INCOME
$96,845
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,631
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,625
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Canyon Area Codes
Race in Canyon
The most populous races in Canyon are White / Caucasian (12,225 | 81.0%), Hispanic or Latino (2,946 | 19.5%), and Two or more Races (1,545 | 10.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 340 | 2.2% |
| Black / African American | 431 | 2.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 36 | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,946 | 19.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 137 | 0.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 12,225 | 81.0% |
| Two or more Races | 1,545 | 10.2% |
| Some other Race | 375 | 2.5% |
| Total | 15,089 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Canyon
The most populous ancestries reported in Canyon are Mexican (2,648 | 17.5%), German (2,011 | 13.3%), English (1,234 | 8.2%), American (1,225 | 8.1%), and Irish (1,060 | 7.0%), together accounting for 54.2% of all Canyon residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 106 | 0.7% |
| American | 1,225 | 8.1% |
| Arab | 68 | 0.4% |
| Australian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Bahamian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 106 | 0.7% |
| Bolivian | 27 | 0.2% |
| Brazilian | 23 | 0.2% |
| British | 163 | 1.1% |
| Canadian | 27 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 16 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 33 | 0.2% |
| Colombian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Comanche | 11 | 0.1% |
| Croatian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 23 | 0.2% |
| Czech | 41 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 32 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 35 | 0.2% |
| Dutch West Indian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 26 | 0.2% |
| Ecuadorian | 22 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,234 | 8.2% |
| European | 174 | 1.1% |
| Finnish | 7 | 0.1% |
| French | 169 | 1.1% |
| German | 2,011 | 13.3% |
| Greek | 69 | 0.5% |
| Guamanian / Chamorro | 24 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 151 | 1.0% |
| Irish | 1,060 | 7.0% |
| Italian | 147 | 1.0% |
| Jamaican | 26 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 25 | 0.2% |
| Malaysian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 2,648 | 17.5% |
| Mexican American Indian | 49 | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 25 | 0.2% |
| Nigerian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 86 | 0.6% |
| Peruvian | 41 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 109 | 0.7% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 30 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 216 | 1.4% |
| Scottish | 602 | 4.0% |
| Serbian | 152 | 1.0% |
| Slavic | 44 | 0.3% |
| South American | 101 | 0.7% |
| South American Indian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 51 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 22 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lankan | 41 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 124 | 0.8% |
| Swedish | 138 | 0.9% |
| Swiss | 33 | 0.2% |
| Syrian | 68 | 0.4% |
| Thai | 106 | 0.7% |
| Ukrainian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 21 | 0.1% | View All 64 Rows |
Immigrants in Canyon
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Canyon came from Latin America (537 | 3.6%), Central America (442 | 2.9%), Mexico (442 | 2.9%), Asia (214 | 1.4%), and Europe (172 | 1.1%), together accounting for 12.0% of all Canyon residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 47 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 214 | 1.4% |
| Bahamas | 5 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 27 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 53 | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 17 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 442 | 2.9% |
| China | 45 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 45 | 0.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 116 | 0.8% |
| Ecuador | 10 | 0.1% |
| England | 36 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 172 | 1.1% |
| Germany | 13 | 0.1% |
| India | 51 | 0.3% |
| Laos | 27 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 537 | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | 18 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 442 | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | 7 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 47 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 36 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 41 | 0.3% |
| Serbia | 116 | 0.8% |
| South America | 78 | 0.5% |
| South Central Asia | 51 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 50 | 0.3% |
| Syria | 68 | 0.4% |
| Vietnam | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 47 | 0.3% |
| Western Asia | 68 | 0.4% |
| Western Europe | 20 | 0.1% | View All 32 Rows |
Sex and Age in Canyon
Sex and Age in Canyon
The most populous age groups in Canyon are 15 to 19 Years (990 | 13.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,212 | 15.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 292 (4.0%) | 442 (5.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 266 (3.6%) | 632 (8.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 449 (6.1%) | 657 (8.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 990 (13.5%) | 1,057 (13.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 940 (12.8%) | 1,212 (15.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 495 (6.7%) | 308 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 794 (10.8%) | 478 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 509 (6.9%) | 390 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 295 (4.0%) | 339 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 574 (7.8%) | 442 (5.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 230 (3.1%) | 216 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 458 (6.2%) | 324 (4.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 258 (3.5%) | 369 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 364 (5.0%) | 299 (3.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 98 (1.3%) | 86 (1.1%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 56 (0.8%) | 184 (2.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 104 (1.4%) | 168 (2.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 181 (2.5%) | 133 (1.7%) |
| Total | 7,353 (100.0%) | 7,736 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Canyon
Median Family Size in Canyon
The median family size in Canyon is 3.15 persons per family, with single male/father families (440 | 12.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.35 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (362 | 10.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.96 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,666 (76.9%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 440 (12.7%) | 3.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 362 (10.4%) | 2.96 |
| Total Families | 3,468 (100.0%) | 3.15 |
Median Household Size in Canyon
The median household size in Canyon is 2.57 persons per household, with single male/father households (440 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.43 persons per household. non-family households (1,741 | 33.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.37 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,666 (51.2%) | 3.14 |
| Single Male/Father | 440 (8.5%) | 3.43 |
| Single Female/Mother | 362 (7.0%) | 3.11 |
| Non-family | 1,741 (33.4%) | 1.37 |
| Total Households | 5,209 (100.0%) | 2.57 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Canyon
Out of a total of 5,209 households in Canyon, 3,468 (66.6%) are family households, while 1,741 (33.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,443, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,401.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,401 (26.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,443 (27.7%) | 280 (5.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 767 (14.7%) | 60 (1.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 759 (14.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 408 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 91 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,468 (66.6%) | 1,741 (33.4%) |
Female Fertility in Canyon
Fertility by Age in Canyon
Average fertility rate in Canyon is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 94.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 187 (80.9%) | 94.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 44 (19.1%) | 37.0 |
| Total | 231 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Canyon
81.8% of women with births (231) in Canyon are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 22.5% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 145 (77.5%) | 42 (22.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 189 (81.8%) | 42 (18.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Canyon
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 78 (33.8%) | 133.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 83 (35.9%) | 44.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 48 (20.8%) | 55.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (9.5%) | 55.0 |
| Total | 231 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Canyon
18.2% of women with births in Canyon are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 34.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 51 (65.4%) | 27 (34.6%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 68 (81.9%) | 15 (18.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 48 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 189 (81.8%) | 42 (18.2%) |
Income in Canyon
Income Overview in Canyon
Per Capita Income in Canyon is $30,460, while median incomes of families and households are $96,845 and $67,631 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 15,089 | $30,460 |
| Median Family Income | 3,468 | $96,845 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,468 | $104,234 |
| Median Household Income | 5,209 | $67,631 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,209 | $82,956 |
| Income Deficit | 3,468 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 15,089 | 42.39% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 15,089 | 57.61¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 15,089 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Canyon
Average Earnings in Canyon are $34,617, $42,440 for men and $24,450 for women, a difference of 42.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,234 (52.2%) | $42,440 |
| Female | 3,882 (47.8%) | $24,450 |
| Total | 8,116 (100.0%) | $34,617 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Canyon
The most common earnings brackets in Canyon are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (628 | 14.8%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (438 | 11.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 229 (5.4%) | 300 (7.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 125 (2.9%) | 438 (11.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 96 (2.3%) | 310 (8.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 179 (4.2%) | 108 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 154 (3.6%) | 214 (5.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 111 (2.6%) | 267 (6.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 66 (1.6%) | 60 (1.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 152 (3.6%) | 95 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 115 (2.7%) | 110 (2.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 88 (2.1%) | 50 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 79 (1.9%) | 148 (3.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 459 (10.8%) | 172 (4.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 101 (2.4%) | 121 (3.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 186 (4.4%) | 183 (4.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 158 (3.7%) | 364 (9.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 55 (1.3%) | 118 (3.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 466 (11.0%) | 251 (6.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 224 (5.3%) | 247 (6.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 628 (14.8%) | 131 (3.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 563 (13.3%) | 195 (5.0%) |
| Total | 4,234 (100.0%) | 3,882 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Canyon
Average earnings in Canyon are $58,964 for men and $43,867 for women, a difference of 25.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $95,237, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $41,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,658, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $27,887.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $41,250 | $35,357 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,423 | $27,887 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $85,838 | $47,381 |
| Graduate Degree | $95,237 | $72,658 |
| Total | $58,964 | $43,867 |
Family Income in Canyon
Family Income Brackets in Canyon
According to the Canyon family income data, there are 961 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.7% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 76 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 187 | 5.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 108 | 3.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 76 | 2.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 146 | 4.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 236 | 6.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 558 | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 527 | 15.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 961 | 27.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 440 | 12.7% |
| $200,000+ | 232 | 6.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Canyon
5-person families (408 | 11.8%) account for the highest median family income in Canyon with $153,438 per family, while 2-person families (1,472 | 42.4%) have the highest median income of $34,625 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,472 (42.4%) | $69,250 |
| 3-Person Families | 767 (22.1%) | $97,055 |
| 4-Person Families | 730 (21.0%) | $104,259 |
| 5-Person Families | 408 (11.8%) | $153,438 |
| 6-Person Families | 91 (2.6%) | $111,537 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,468 (100.0%) | $96,845 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Canyon
The median family income in Canyon is $96,845, with families comprising 3+ earners (447) having the highest median family income of $161,430, while families with no earners (430) have the lowest median family income of $62,115, accounting for 12.9% and 12.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 430 (12.4%) | $62,115 |
| 1 Earner | 1,290 (37.2%) | $66,750 |
| 2 Earners | 1,301 (37.5%) | $108,750 |
| 3+ Earners | 447 (12.9%) | $161,430 |
| Total | 3,468 (100.0%) | $96,845 |
Household Income in Canyon
Household Income Brackets in Canyon
With 1,078 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Canyon, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 240 households (4.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 453 | 8.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 266 | 5.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 406 | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 359 | 6.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 604 | 11.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 719 | 13.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 635 | 12.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,078 | 20.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 438 | 8.4% |
| $200,000+ | 240 | 4.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Canyon
The median household income in Canyon is $67,631, with the highest median household income of $95,293 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,868 households (35.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $26,375, with 648 households (12.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 648 (12.4%) | $26,375 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,868 (35.9%) | $95,293 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,690 (32.4%) | $92,500 |
| 65+ Years | 1,003 (19.3%) | $55,042 |
| Total | 5,209 (100.0%) | $67,631 |
Poverty in Canyon
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Canyon
With 11.9% poverty level for males and 16.4% for females among the residents of Canyon, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (100.0%) and 36 females (63.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (3.8%) | 24 (5.4%) |
| 5 Years | 10 (100.0%) | 36 (63.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 84 (14.2%) | 72 (7.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (18.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 44 (22.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 219 (27.4%) | 483 (41.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 280 (21.7%) | 68 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 13 (1.6%) | 89 (12.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 26 (3.2%) | 68 (10.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 66 (9.2%) | 131 (18.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (2.5%) | 39 (10.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (3.5%) | 85 (17.5%) |
| Total | 776 (11.9%) | 1,130 (16.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Canyon
According to the poverty statistics in Canyon, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 281 (96.2%) | 418 (94.6%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (36.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 509 (85.8%) | 843 (92.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 112 (100.0%) | 317 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 120 (100.0%) | 150 (81.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 148 (77.1%) | 99 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 581 (72.6%) | 675 (58.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,009 (78.3%) | 718 (91.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 791 (98.4%) | 640 (87.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 778 (96.8%) | 590 (89.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 650 (90.8%) | 562 (81.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 437 (97.5%) | 346 (89.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 329 (96.5%) | 400 (82.5%) |
| Total | 5,745 (88.1%) | 5,779 (83.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Canyon
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Canyon show that 6.5% or 173 of the total 2,666 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.4%, comprising of 79 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.6%, which includes 10 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,257 (93.7%) | 84 (6.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 862 (91.6%) | 79 (8.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 374 (97.4%) | 10 (2.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,493 (93.5%) | 173 (6.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Canyon
According to the poverty data in Canyon, 11.8% or 52 single-father households and 34.0% or 123 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (30.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 31 (30.7%) | 21 (14.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 21 (8.7%) | 76 (40.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 52 (11.8%) | 123 (34.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Canyon
The poverty data for Canyon shows that 173 of the married-couple family households (6.5%) and 175 of the single-parent households (21.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 79 households (8.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 97 household (22.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 84 (6.3%) | 52 (21.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 79 (8.4%) | 97 (22.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (2.6%) | 26 (21.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 173 (6.5%) | 175 (21.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Canyon
Employment by Class of Employer in Canyon
Among the 7,310 employed individuals in Canyon, private company employees (4,610 | 63.1%), state government employees (1,019 | 13.9%), and local government employees (642 | 8.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,610 | 63.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 260 | 3.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 198 | 2.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 456 | 6.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 642 | 8.8% |
| State Government Employees | 1,019 | 13.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 109 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 16 | 0.2% |
| Total | 7,310 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Canyon
According to the labor force statistics for Canyon, out of the total population over 16 years of age (12,046), 63.3% or 7,625 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 198 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 90.9% or 730 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.3% or 57 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 613 (35.2%) | 57 (9.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,453 (67.5%) | 15 (1.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 730 (90.9%) | 33 (4.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,094 (86.0%) | 11 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,384 (90.3%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,105 (75.6%) | 19 (1.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 566 (72.4%) | 52 (9.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 322 (51.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 257 (30.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 99 (12.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,625 (63.3%) | 198 (2.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Canyon
According to labor force statistics for Canyon, 80.3% of individuals (5,203) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,479) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 125 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 82.4% or 1,590 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.7% or 19 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 178 (58.4%) | 33 (10.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,090 (80.5%) | 51 (3.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,590 (82.4%) | 79 (4.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,344 (81.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,203 (80.3%) | 155 (2.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Canyon
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Canyon are Community & Social Service (1,150 | 15.5%), Education Instruction & Library (765 | 10.3%), Management (755 | 10.2%), Business & Financial (460 | 6.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (297 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Canyon, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (87.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (83.1%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (87.3%), Health Technologists (81.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 538 (71.3%) | 217 (28.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 285 (62.0%) | 175 (38.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 177 (83.1%) | 36 (16.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 42 (77.8%) | 12 (22.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 87 (87.9%) | 12 (12.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 48 (80.0%) | 12 (20.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 423 (36.8%) | 727 (63.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 71 (27.8%) | 184 (72.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 52 (69.3%) | 23 (30.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 293 (38.3%) | 472 (61.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 7 (12.7%) | 48 (87.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 59 (19.9%) | 238 (80.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 47 (18.5%) | 207 (81.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,482 (51.5%) | 1,393 (48.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,030 (54.3%) | 3,397 (45.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Canyon are Food Preparation & Serving (567 | 7.6%), Healthcare Support (263 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (262 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (207 | 2.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (200 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Canyon, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (82.5%), Law Enforcement (74.3%), and Security & Protection (66.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (95.7%), Healthcare Support (81.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 49 (18.6%) | 214 (81.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 175 (66.8%) | 87 (33.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 100 (62.1%) | 61 (37.9%) |
| Law Enforcement | 75 (74.3%) | 26 (25.7%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 167 (29.4%) | 400 (70.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 165 (82.5%) | 35 (17.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 9 (4.3%) | 198 (95.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 565 (37.7%) | 934 (62.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,030 (54.3%) | 3,397 (45.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Canyon are Sales & Related (866 | 11.7%), and Office & Administration (774 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 511 (59.0%) | 355 (41.0%) |
| Office & Administration | 207 (26.7%) | 567 (73.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 718 (43.8%) | 922 (56.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,030 (54.3%) | 3,397 (45.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Canyon are Construction & Extraction (429 | 5.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (224 | 3.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (7 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 429 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 224 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 660 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,030 (54.3%) | 3,397 (45.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Canyon are Production (328 | 4.4%), Transportation (253 | 3.4%), and Material Moving (172 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 293 (89.3%) | 35 (10.7%) |
| Transportation | 202 (79.8%) | 51 (20.2%) |
| Material Moving | 110 (63.9%) | 62 (36.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 605 (80.3%) | 148 (19.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,030 (54.3%) | 3,397 (45.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Canyon
Employment Industries in Canyon
The major employment industries in Canyon include Educational Services (1,567 | 21.1%), Retail Trade (826 | 11.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (675 | 9.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (660 | 8.9%), and Construction (630 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Canyon
The Canyon industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (94.9%), and Wholesale Trade (86.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (82.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (72.3%), and Retail Trade (60.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 27 (73.0%) | 10 (27.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 598 (94.9%) | 32 (5.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 308 (78.8%) | 83 (21.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 240 (86.3%) | 38 (13.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 327 (39.6%) | 499 (60.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 283 (82.0%) | 62 (18.0%) |
| Utilities | 46 (69.7%) | 20 (30.3%) |
| Information | 56 (62.9%) | 33 (37.1%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 155 (65.1%) | 83 (34.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 74 (60.7%) | 48 (39.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 310 (70.3%) | 131 (29.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 184 (69.7%) | 80 (30.3%) |
| Educational Services | 660 (42.1%) | 907 (57.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 115 (17.4%) | 545 (82.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 30 (53.6%) | 26 (46.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 187 (27.7%) | 488 (72.3%) |
| Public Administration | 210 (65.6%) | 110 (34.4%) |
| Total | 4,030 (54.3%) | 3,397 (45.7%) |
Education in Canyon
School Enrollment in Canyon
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,964 students in Canyon are college / undergraduate (2,910 | 48.8%), middle school (915 | 15.3%), and elementary school (757 | 12.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 76 | 1.3% |
| Kindergarten | 167 | 2.8% |
| Elementary School | 757 | 12.7% |
| Middle School | 915 | 15.3% |
| High School | 658 | 11.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,910 | 48.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 481 | 8.1% |
| Total | 5,964 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Canyon
Out of a total of 5,964 students who are enrolled in schools in Canyon, 268 (4.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,696 (95.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 25 (37.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 579 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 41 (62.1%) | 25 (37.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 832 (96.0%) | 35 (4.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 983 (98.0%) | 20 (2.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 579 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,281 (97.0%) | 40 (3.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 1,328 (93.1%) | 99 (6.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 415 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 234 (81.8%) | 52 (18.2%) |
| Total | 5,696 (95.5%) | 268 (4.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Canyon
Business (767 | 19.3%), education (657 | 16.5%), arts & humanities (553 | 13.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (333 | 8.4%), and science & technology (324 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 3,973 individuals in Canyon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 49 | 1.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 333 | 8.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 126 | 3.2% |
| Psychology | 278 | 7.0% |
| Social Sciences | 170 | 4.3% |
| Engineering | 283 | 7.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.2% |
| Science & Technology | 324 | 8.2% |
| Business | 767 | 19.3% |
| Education | 657 | 16.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 102 | 2.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 148 | 3.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 92 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 84 | 2.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 553 | 13.9% |
| Total | 3,973 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Canyon
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Canyon
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Canyon are males with 2 vehicles (1,628, accounting for 43.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,340, making up 54.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 183 (4.8%) | 94 (3.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 784 (20.7%) | 767 (25.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,628 (43.1%) | 1,340 (44.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 712 (18.8%) | 434 (14.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 258 (6.8%) | 176 (5.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 216 (5.7%) | 177 (5.9%) |
| Total | 3,781 (100.0%) | 2,988 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Canyon
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Canyon are 5 to 9 minutes (1,286 commuters, 18.3%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,208 commuters, 17.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,095 commuters, 15.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 377 | 5.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,286 | 18.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,208 | 17.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,095 | 15.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 850 | 12.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 321 | 4.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,008 | 14.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 214 | 3.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 144 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 147 | 2.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 229 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 159 | 2.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Canyon
The most common commute times in Canyon are 10 to 14 minutes (841 commuters, 21.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (677 commuters, 22.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 147 (3.7%) | 230 (7.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 609 (15.4%) | 677 (22.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 841 (21.2%) | 367 (11.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 744 (18.8%) | 351 (11.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 428 (10.8%) | 422 (13.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 184 (4.6%) | 137 (4.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 514 (13.0%) | 494 (16.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 142 (3.6%) | 72 (2.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 89 (2.2%) | 55 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 64 (1.6%) | 83 (2.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 85 (2.1%) | 144 (4.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 110 (2.8%) | 49 (1.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Canyon
The most frequent times of departure to work in Canyon are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (797, 20.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (694, 22.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 224 (5.7%) | 149 (4.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 39 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 189 (4.8%) | 27 (0.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 205 (5.2%) | 101 (3.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 370 (9.3%) | 186 (6.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 565 (14.3%) | 483 (15.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 571 (14.4%) | 694 (22.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 797 (20.1%) | 357 (11.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 91 (2.3%) | 107 (3.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 390 (9.9%) | 168 (5.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 72 (1.8%) | 96 (3.1%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 17 (0.4%) | 41 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 269 (6.8%) | 309 (10.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 158 (4.0%) | 363 (11.8%) |
| Total | 3,957 (100.0%) | 3,081 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Canyon
Occupancy by Ownership in Canyon
Of the total 5,209 dwellings in Canyon, owner-occupied units account for 2,835 (54.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,374 (45.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,835 | 54.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,374 | 45.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,209 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Canyon
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,401 | 26.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,723 | 33.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 827 | 15.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,258 | 24.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,209 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Canyon
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 506 (36.1%) | 895 (63.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 945 (54.8%) | 778 (45.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 537 (64.9%) | 290 (35.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 847 (67.3%) | 411 (32.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,835 (54.4%) | 2,374 (45.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Canyon
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 89 (32.3%) | 187 (67.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 443 (44.9%) | 543 (55.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 699 (45.2%) | 848 (54.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,604 (66.8%) | 796 (33.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Canyon
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,615 | 31.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 901 | 17.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 723 | 13.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 967 | 18.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 440 | 8.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 343 | 6.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 220 | 4.2% |
| Total | 5,209 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Canyon
Median Income by Occupancy in Canyon
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,835 (54.4%) | $105,058 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,374 (45.6%) | $35,625 |
| Average | 5,209 (100.0%) | $67,631 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Canyon
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 47 (1.7%) | 233 (9.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 22 (0.8%) | 152 (6.4%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 56 (2.0%) | 211 (8.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 24 (0.9%) | 179 (7.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 18 (0.6%) | 187 (7.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 136 (4.8%) | 223 (9.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 226 (8.0%) | 379 (16.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 397 (14.0%) | 324 (13.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 415 (14.6%) | 222 (9.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 922 (32.5%) | 155 (6.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 572 (20.2%) | 109 (4.6%) |
| Total | 2,835 (100.0%) | 2,374 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Canyon
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 280 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 258 (9.1%) | 26 (1.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 372 (13.1%) | 742 (31.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 284 (10.0%) | 478 (20.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 743 (26.2%) | 767 (32.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 361 (12.7%) | 107 (4.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 208 (7.3%) | 25 (1.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 111 (3.9%) | 60 (2.5%) |
| $3,000 or more | 218 (7.7%) | 21 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,835 (100.0%) | 2,374 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Canyon
Housing Structures in Canyon
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,362 | 64.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 188 | 3.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 202 | 3.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 269 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 269 | 5.2% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 707 | 13.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 212 | 4.1% |
| Total | 5,209 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Canyon
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,546 (75.7%) | 816 (24.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 17 (9.0%) | 171 (91.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 8 (4.0%) | 194 (96.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 9 (3.4%) | 260 (96.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 269 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 75 (10.6%) | 632 (89.4%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 180 (84.9%) | 32 (15.1%) |
| Total | 2,835 (54.4%) | 2,374 (45.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Canyon
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (3.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 90 (3.2%) | 481 (20.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 646 (22.8%) | 1,357 (57.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,245 (43.9%) | 402 (16.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 854 (30.1%) | 53 (2.2%) |
| Total | 2,835 (100.0%) | 2,374 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Canyon
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,934 (68.2%) | 1,007 (42.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 9 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 878 (31.0%) | 1,364 (57.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| No Fuel Used | 14 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,835 (100.0%) | 2,374 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Canyon
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 17 (0.6%) | 228 (9.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 835 (29.4%) | 1,142 (48.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,153 (40.7%) | 855 (36.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 830 (29.3%) | 149 (6.3%) |
| Total | 2,835 (100.0%) | 2,374 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Canyon
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Canyon
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,355 | 1,480 |
| Median Property Value | $180,600 | $241,500 |
| Median Household Income | $95,509 | $360 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $643 | $204 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,540 | $47 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Canyon
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 95 (7.0%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 104 (7.7%) | 150 (10.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 888 (65.5%) | 807 (54.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 247 (18.2%) | 428 (28.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (4.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 21 (1.5%) | 18 (1.2%) |
| Total | 1,355 (100.0%) | 1,480 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Canyon
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 61 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 67 (4.9%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 58 (4.3%) | 31 (2.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 105 (7.7%) | 78 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 248 (18.3%) | 121 (8.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 300 (22.1%) | 149 (10.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 304 (22.4%) | 115 (7.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 212 (15.7%) | 618 (41.8%) |
| Total | 1,355 (100.0%) | 1,480 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Canyon
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 642 (47.4%) | 116,875 (7,897.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 322 (23.8%) | 591 (39.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 170 (12.6%) | 406 (27.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 212 (15.7%) | 220 (14.9%) |
| Total | 1,355 (100.0%) | 1,480 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Canyon
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 215 (15.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 148 (10.9%) | 10 (0.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 908 (67.0%) | 160 (10.8%) |
| Total | 1,355 (100.0%) | 1,480 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Canyon
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canyon
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 801 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,216 (96.5%) | 117 (3.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,444 (84.1%) | 462 (15.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,546 (78.4%) | 426 (21.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,355 (88.4%) | 178 (11.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,320 (90.3%) | 142 (9.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,305 (92.6%) | 104 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 833 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 826 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,646 (90.5%) | 1,429 (9.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Canyon
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 801 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,216 (96.5%) | 117 (3.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,444 (84.1%) | 462 (15.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Canyon
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,601 (76.9%) | 482 (23.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,413 (82.2%) | 307 (17.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,418 (84.5%) | 261 (15.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,782 (95.6%) | 82 (4.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,951 (98.3%) | 102 (1.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Canyon
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 194 (24.2%) | 627 (78.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 702 (21.1%) | 2,633 (79.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 99 (3.4%) | 2,345 (80.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 111 (5.6%) | 1,487 (75.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 142 (9.3%) | 1,237 (80.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 172 (11.8%) | 1,164 (79.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 248 (17.6%) | 1,123 (79.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 737 (88.5%) | 521 (62.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 826 (100.0%) | 408 (49.4%) |
| Total | 3,231 (21.4%) | 11,545 (76.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Canyon
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (1.1%) | 53 (3.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 147 (5.1%) | 223 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 152 (6.5%) | 184 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 63 (14.1%) | 80 (20.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 199 (58.4%) | 217 (44.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Canyon
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 73 (3.1%) | 23 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28 (6.2%) | 26 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 162 (47.5%) | 82 (16.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.3%) | 62 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 51 (2.2%) | 50 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (8.8%) | 31 (6.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (1.1%) | 26 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 103 (3.5%) | 110 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 41 (1.8%) | 60 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 130 (38.1%) | 31 (6.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (1.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 101 (4.3%) | 125 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 43 (9.6%) | 60 (15.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (23.7%) | 182 (37.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 61 (2.6%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (7.1%) | 21 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (12.3%) | 94 (19.4%) |
Technology Access in Canyon
Computing Device Access in Canyon
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,424 | 84.9% |
| Smartphone | 4,842 | 92.9% |
| Tablet | 2,876 | 55.2% |
| No Computing Device | 184 | 3.5% |
| Total | 5,209 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Canyon
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 4,285 | 82.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 433 | 8.3% |
| Satellite Internet | 248 | 4.8% |
| No Internet | 448 | 8.6% |
| Total | 5,209 | 100.0% |
Canyon Summary
Canyon, Texas is a city located in Randall County, Texas, United States. It is part of the Amarillo, Texas metropolitan area. The population was 13,303 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Randall County.
History
Canyon was founded in 1888 by L.G. Conner and named for nearby Palo Duro Canyon. The town was incorporated in 1910. The first post office opened in 1888.
Geography
Canyon is located at 35°51'25" North, 101°59'2" West (35.856944, -101.983889). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Canyon is home to West Texas A&M University, which is the largest employer in the city. Other major employers include the City of Canyon, Randall County, and the Canyon Independent School District. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 12,875 people, 4,717 households, and 3,072 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,478.2 people per square mile (957.2/km2). There were 5,093 housing units at an average density of 986.2 per square mile (381.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.45% White, 1.45% African American, 0.90% Native American, 0.90% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 8.17% from other races, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 18.90% of the population.
There were 4,717 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.01.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 19.2% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 19.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.7 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,945. Males had a median income of $27,945 versus $20,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 11.2% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Canyon?
Total Population of Canyon is 15,089.
What is the Total Male Population of Canyon?
Total Male Population of Canyon is 7,353.
What is the Total Female Population of Canyon?
Total Female Population of Canyon is 7,736.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Canyon?
There are 95.05 Males per 100 Females in Canyon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Canyon?
There are 105.21 Females per 100 Males in Canyon.
What is the Median Population Age in Canyon?
Median Population Age in Canyon is 28.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Canyon
Average Family Size in Canyon is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Canyon
Average Household Size in Canyon is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Canyon?
Per Capita income in Canyon is $30,460.
What is the Median Family Income in Canyon?
Median Family Income in Canyon is $96,845.
What is the Median Household income in Canyon?
Median Household Income in Canyon is $67,631.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Canyon?
Income or Wage Gap in Canyon is 42.4%.
Women in Canyon earn 57.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Canyon?
Inequality or Gini Index in Canyon is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Canyon?
There are 7,625 People in the Labor Forcein in Canyon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Canyon?
63.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Canyon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Canyon?
Unemployment Rate in Canyon is 2.6%.