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Canton Demographics

Education

High School

27%

Associate's

29%

Bachelor's

5%

Master's

4%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

38%

3 people

27%

4 people

22%

5 people

5%

6+ people

7%

Household Income

0-50k

56%

50-100k

29%

100-150k

9%

150-200k

4%

200k+

1%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

12%

20-45

34%

45-65

24%

65+

17%

Getting Around Canton

Canton Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

32%

15-30 Mins

40%

30-40 Mins

16%

40-60 Mins

11%

60+ Mins

1%

Canton Education

Schools

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Living in Canton, NC

Canton, a small town in North Carolina, has a population of just over 4,000. Retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (17%) here than nationally (14%). Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 66% of residents own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $649/month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in North Carolina. Over the course of a year, renters in Canton will save around $3,400 compared to the state average.

If you're looking for a variety of career options, Canton has a surplus. The four most common industries are manufacturing, healthcare, entertainment, and retail. Together, these industries account for 28% of the town's labor force. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the town's workers are in transportation, which ranks as the top field in the town. With an average annual income of just under $56K, Canton workers earn less than their peers elsewhere in North Carolina. Canton's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average (5%), Canton has a large concentration of residents over the age of 25 who possess an Associate's degree (9%). Additionally, 6% have a Bachelor's degree and 2% possess a Master's degree or Doctorate.

Averaging about 21 minutes, the commute time for Canton residents is faster than the state average of about 25 minutes. Many residents (41%) drive their car to work, while public transportation isn't extensively used. Relatively few commuters walk to work.

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