Demographics details for Thornton, CO vs Carthage, MO

Population Overview

Compare main population characteristics in Thornton, CO vs Carthage, MO.

Data	Thornton	Carthage
Population	143,282	15,491
Median Age	33.7 years	31.6 years
Median Income	$95,064	$43,526
Married Families	40.0%	29.0%
Poverty Level	9%	14%
Unemployment Rate	4.2	4.5

Population Comparison: Thornton vs Carthage

In Thornton, the population is higher at 143,282, compared to 15,491 in Carthage.
Residents in Thornton have a higher median age of 33.7 years compared to 31.6 years in Carthage.
Thornton has a higher median income of $95,064 compared to $43,526 in Carthage.
A higher percentage of married families is found in Thornton at 40.0% compared to 29.0% in Carthage.
The poverty level is higher in Carthage at 14%, compared to 9% in Thornton.
Carthage has a higher unemployment rate at 4.5% compared to 4.2% in Thornton.

Demographics

Demographics Thornton vs Carthage provide insight into the diversity of the communities to compare.

Demographic	Thornton	Carthage
Black	2	2
White	39	52
Asian	6	1
Hispanic	37	33
Two or More Races	15	10
American Indian	1	2

Demographics Comparison: Thornton vs Carthage

The percentage of Black residents is the same in both Thornton and Carthage at 2%.
The percentage of White residents is higher in Carthage at 52% compared to 39% in Thornton.
The Asian population is larger in Thornton at 6% compared to 1% in Carthage.
The Hispanic community is larger in Thornton at 37% compared to 33% in Carthage.
More residents identify as two or more races in Thornton at 15% compared to 10% in Carthage.
In Carthage, the percentage of American Indian residents is higher at 2%, compared to 1% in Thornton.

Health Statistics

The health statistics provide insights into prevalent health conditions in two communities.

Health Metric	Thornton	Carthage
Mental Health Not Good	15.1%	20.2%
Physical Health Not Good	10.9%	16.0%
Depression	22.0%	26.7%
Smoking	15.1%	24.9%
Binge Drinking	21.0%	15.0%
Obesity	30.1%	42.7%
Disability Percentage	10.0%	13.0%

Health Statistics Comparison: Thornton vs Carthage

In Carthage, a higher percentage report poor mental health at 20.2% compared to 15.1% in Thornton.
Higher depression rates are seen in Carthage at 26.7% versus 22.0% in Thornton.
Carthage has a higher smoking rate at 24.9% compared to 15.1% in Thornton.
Binge drinking is more common in Thornton at 21.0% compared to 15.0% in Carthage.
Carthage has higher obesity rates at 42.7% compared to 30.1% in Thornton.
There is a higher percentage of disabled individuals in Carthage at 13.0% compared to 10.0% in Thornton.

Education Levels

The educational attainment in the area helps gauge the workforce's skill level and economic potential.

Education Level	Thornton	Carthage
No Schooling	1.7% (2,448)	3.7% (576)
High School Diploma	13.2% (18,983)	13.1% (2,032)
Less than High School	14.7% (20,999)	30.4% (4,717)
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	19.3% (27,712)	12.9% (2,006)

Education Levels Comparison: Thornton vs Carthage

In Carthage, a larger percentage of residents lack formal schooling at 3.7% compared to 1.7% in Thornton.
A higher percentage of residents in Thornton hold a high school diploma at 13.2% compared to 13.1% in Carthage.
The percentage of residents with less than a high school education is higher in Carthage at 30.4%, compared to 14.7% in Thornton.
A higher percentage of residents in Thornton hold a bachelor's degree or higher at 19.3% compared to 12.9% in Carthage.

Crime and Safety

Understanding crime rates and safety measures is crucial for assessing the livability of a city or town. Crime levels can vary significantly from one neighborhood to another, influenced by various factors such as population density and local amenities. For instance, areas with high foot traffic, like train stations, might experience different crime dynamics compared to quieter residential neighborhoods. Evaluating these patterns helps in making informed decisions about safety and community well-being.