Cameron Parish, LA
Cameron Parish Map
Cameron Parish Overview
5,447
TOTAL POPULATION
2,989
MALE POPULATION
2,458
FEMALE POPULATION
121.60
MALES / 100 FEMALES
82.23
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,858
PER CAPITA INCOME
$76,429
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,847
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$4,871
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,639
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Cameron Parish Area Codes
Race in Cameron Parish
The most populous races in Cameron Parish are White / Caucasian (4,964 | 91.1%), Two or more Races (244 | 4.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (218 | 4.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 50 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 60 | 1.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 218 | 4.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 128 | 2.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,964 | 91.1% |
| Two or more Races | 244 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 1 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,447 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Cameron Parish
The most populous ancestries reported in Cameron Parish are French (755 | 13.9%), German (548 | 10.1%), American (542 | 10.0%), French Canadian (241 | 4.4%), and European (231 | 4.2%), together accounting for 42.5% of all Cameron Parish residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 542 | 10.0% |
| Cajun | 200 | 3.7% |
| Chickasaw | 25 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 4 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 1 | 0.0% |
| English | 228 | 4.2% |
| European | 231 | 4.2% |
| French | 755 | 13.9% |
| French American Indian | 6 | 0.1% |
| French Canadian | 241 | 4.4% |
| German | 548 | 10.1% |
| Irish | 106 | 1.9% |
| Italian | 29 | 0.5% |
| Japanese | 93 | 1.7% |
| Mexican | 218 | 4.0% |
| Northern European | 13 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 17 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 3 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 30 | 0.5% |
| Swedish | 21 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 6 | 0.1% | View All 21 Rows |
Immigrants in Cameron Parish
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cameron Parish came from Central America (158 | 2.9%), Latin America (158 | 2.9%), Mexico (158 | 2.9%), Canada (9 | 0.2%), and Europe (3 | 0.1%), together accounting for 8.9% of all Cameron Parish residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Canada | 9 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 158 | 2.9% |
| Europe | 3 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 158 | 2.9% |
| Mexico | 158 | 2.9% |
| Northern Europe | 3 | 0.1% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Cameron Parish
Sex and Age in Cameron Parish
The most populous age groups in Cameron Parish are 40 to 44 Years (375 | 12.6%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (327 | 13.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 179 (6.0%) | 154 (6.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 150 (5.0%) | 84 (3.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 226 (7.6%) | 138 (5.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 223 (7.5%) | 77 (3.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 172 (5.8%) | 99 (4.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 129 (4.3%) | 166 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 92 (3.1%) | 63 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 235 (7.9%) | 112 (4.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 375 (12.6%) | 327 (13.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 188 (6.3%) | 172 (7.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 154 (5.1%) | 169 (6.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 224 (7.5%) | 202 (8.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 236 (7.9%) | 236 (9.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 145 (4.9%) | 147 (6.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 115 (3.8%) | 132 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 54 (1.8%) | 33 (1.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 44 (1.5%) | 133 (5.4%) |
| 85 Years and over | 48 (1.6%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| Total | 2,989 (100.0%) | 2,458 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Cameron Parish
Median Family Size in Cameron Parish
The median family size in Cameron Parish is 2.70 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,426 | 79.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.83 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (247 | 13.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.10 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,426 (79.1%) | 2.83 |
| Single Male/Father | 129 (7.2%) | 2.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 247 (13.7%) | 2.10 |
| Total Families | 1,802 (100.0%) | 2.70 |
Median Household Size in Cameron Parish
The median household size in Cameron Parish is 2.50 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,426 | 65.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.83 persons per household. non-family households (364 | 16.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,426 (65.8%) | 2.83 |
| Single Male/Father | 129 (6.0%) | 2.57 |
| Single Female/Mother | 247 (11.4%) | 2.67 |
| Non-family | 364 (16.8%) | 1.05 |
| Total Households | 2,166 (100.0%) | 2.50 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cameron Parish
Out of a total of 2,166 households in Cameron Parish, 1,802 (83.2%) are family households, while 364 (16.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 623, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 348.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 348 (16.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 623 (28.8%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 618 (28.5%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 299 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 74 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 174 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 14 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,802 (83.2%) | 364 (16.8%) |
Female Fertility in Cameron Parish
Fertility by Age in Cameron Parish
Average fertility rate in Cameron Parish is 99.0 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 98.0% 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 | 99 (98.0%) | 302.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 2 (2.0%) | 3.0 |
| Total | 101 (100.0%) | 99.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cameron Parish
24.8% of women with births (101) in Cameron Parish are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 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 20 to 34 years age bracket with 74.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 25 (25.3%) | 74 (74.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total | 25 (24.7%) | 76 (75.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Cameron Parish
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 65 (64.4%) | 152.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 35 (34.6%) | 81.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 1 (1.0%) | 15.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 101 (100.0%) | 99.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cameron Parish
75.2% of women with births in Cameron Parish are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 38.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 25 (38.5%) | 40 (61.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 25 (24.7%) | 76 (75.2%) |
Income in Cameron Parish
Income Overview in Cameron Parish
Per Capita Income in Cameron Parish is $33,858, while median incomes of families and households are $76,429 and $69,847 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,447 | $33,858 |
| Median Family Income | 1,802 | $76,429 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,802 | $92,151 |
| Median Household Income | 2,166 | $69,847 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,166 | $87,243 |
| Income Deficit | 1,802 | $4,871 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,447 | 36.66% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,447 | 63.34¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,447 | 0.37 |
Earnings by Sex in Cameron Parish
Average Earnings in Cameron Parish are $42,321, $46,735 for men and $29,600 for women, a difference of 36.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,720 (62.3%) | $46,735 |
| Female | 1,040 (37.7%) | $29,600 |
| Total | 2,760 (100.0%) | $42,321 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cameron Parish
The most common earnings brackets in Cameron Parish are $100,000+ for men (270 | 15.7%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (158 | 15.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 38 (2.2%) | 95 (9.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 99 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 18 (1.1%) | 48 (4.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 1 (0.1%) | 31 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 30 (1.7%) | 99 (9.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 84 (4.9%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 28 (1.6%) | 84 (8.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 14 (0.8%) | 46 (4.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 29 (1.7%) | 22 (2.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 56 (3.3%) | 24 (2.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 77 (4.5%) | 75 (7.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 80 (4.6%) | 57 (5.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 89 (5.2%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 124 (7.2%) | 157 (15.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 154 (8.9%) | 23 (2.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 13 (0.8%) | 42 (4.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 113 (6.6%) | 15 (1.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 142 (8.3%) | 158 (15.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 261 (15.2%) | 24 (2.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 270 (15.7%) | 27 (2.6%) |
| Total | 1,720 (100.0%) | 1,040 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cameron Parish
Average earnings in Cameron Parish are $58,951 for men and $32,045 for women, a difference of 45.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $144,120, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $41,518. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,938, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $40,865.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,518 | $65,938 |
| High School Diploma | $70,129 | $40,865 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $43,862 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $89,000 | $44,886 |
| Graduate Degree | $144,120 | $0 |
| Total | $58,951 | $32,045 |
Family Income in Cameron Parish
Family Income Brackets in Cameron Parish
According to the Cameron Parish family income data, there are 341 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.9% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 36 | 2.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 96 | 5.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 141 | 7.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 341 | 18.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 272 | 15.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 281 | 15.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 297 | 16.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 279 | 15.5% |
| $200,000+ | 58 | 3.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cameron Parish
4-person families (281 | 15.6%) account for the highest median family income in Cameron Parish with $112,266 per family, while 2-person families (774 | 42.9%) have the highest median income of $37,768 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 774 (42.9%) | $75,536 |
| 3-Person Families | 488 (27.1%) | $64,375 |
| 4-Person Families | 281 (15.6%) | $112,266 |
| 5-Person Families | 86 (4.8%) | $46,500 |
| 6-Person Families | 162 (9.0%) | $48,200 |
| 7+ Person Families | 11 (0.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,802 (100.0%) | $76,429 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Cameron Parish
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 230 (12.8%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 765 (42.4%) | $64,007 |
| 2 Earners | 595 (33.0%) | $94,954 |
| 3+ Earners | 212 (11.8%) | $144,583 |
| Total | 1,802 (100.0%) | $76,429 |
Household Income in Cameron Parish
Household Income Brackets in Cameron Parish
With 405 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Cameron Parish, accounting for 18.7% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 39 | 1.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 178 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 223 | 10.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 401 | 18.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 290 | 13.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 292 | 13.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 405 | 18.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 273 | 12.6% |
| $200,000+ | 65 | 3.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Cameron Parish
The median household income in Cameron Parish is $69,847, with the highest median household income of $81,071 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 844 households (39.0%) fall into this category.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 753 (34.8%) | $78,438 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 844 (39.0%) | $81,071 |
| 65+ Years | 569 (26.3%) | $42,083 |
| Total | 2,166 (100.0%) | $69,847 |
Poverty in Cameron Parish
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cameron Parish
With 13.1% poverty level for males and 11.5% for females among the residents of Cameron Parish, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 45 males (60.0%) and 23 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 27 (15.1%) | 56 (36.4%) |
| 5 Years | 45 (60.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 8 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 1 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 39 (44.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 40 (15.4%) | 7 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (29.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 189 (31.2%) | 78 (17.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 20 (4.4%) | 29 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (1.9%) | 6 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (7.5%) | 16 (8.9%) |
| Total | 386 (13.1%) | 283 (11.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cameron Parish
According to the poverty statistics in Cameron Parish, males aged 6 to 11 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 152 (84.9%) | 98 (63.6%) |
| 5 Years | 30 (40.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 89 (100.0%) | 71 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 190 (96.0%) | 128 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 44 (97.8%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 49 (55.7%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 220 (84.6%) | 103 (93.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 209 (100.0%) | 161 (70.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 417 (68.8%) | 359 (82.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 339 (99.7%) | 341 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 439 (95.6%) | 409 (93.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 255 (98.1%) | 273 (97.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 135 (92.5%) | 164 (91.1%) |
| Total | 2,568 (86.9%) | 2,173 (88.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cameron Parish
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cameron Parish show that 7.9% or 113 of the total 1,426 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 31.6%, comprising of 74 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.5%, which includes 9 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 804 (96.4%) | 30 (3.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 349 (97.5%) | 9 (2.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 160 (68.4%) | 74 (31.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,313 (92.1%) | 113 (7.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cameron Parish
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (6.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (23.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (20.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cameron Parish
The poverty data for Cameron Parish shows that 113 of the married-couple family households (7.9%) and 51 of the single-parent households (13.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 74 households (31.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 48 household (17.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 30 (3.6%) | 3 (3.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 9 (2.5%) | 48 (17.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 74 (31.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 113 (7.9%) | 51 (13.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Cameron Parish
Employment by Class of Employer in Cameron Parish
Among the 2,531 employed individuals in Cameron Parish, private company employees (1,758 | 69.5%), local government employees (281 | 11.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (243 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,758 | 69.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 101 | 4.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 243 | 9.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 44 | 1.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 281 | 11.1% |
| State Government Employees | 88 | 3.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 16 | 0.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,531 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Cameron Parish
According to the labor force statistics for Cameron Parish, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,436), 59.5% or 2,639 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 55 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.7% or 250 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.9% or 26 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 48 (21.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 218 (80.4%) | 26 (11.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 250 (84.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 122 (78.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 819 (78.1%) | 25 (3.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 458 (67.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 245 (57.5%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 296 (62.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 138 (25.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 45 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,639 (59.5%) | 55 (2.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cameron Parish
According to labor force statistics for Cameron Parish, 71.1% of individuals (2,190) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,080) are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 28 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 78.6% or 92 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 21.7% or 20 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 92 (78.6%) | 25 (21.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 986 (73.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 846 (69.1%) | 13 (1.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 266 (68.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,190 (71.1%) | 40 (1.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Cameron Parish
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cameron Parish are Management (468 | 18.1%), Community & Social Service (149 | 5.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (115 | 4.4%), Education Instruction & Library (84 | 3.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (52 | 2.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cameron Parish, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Management (72.7%), and Legal Services & Support (52.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (96.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 340 (72.7%) | 128 (27.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 7 (28.0%) | 18 (72.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 21 (40.4%) | 31 (59.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 13 (29.5%) | 31 (70.5%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 31 (20.8%) | 118 (79.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 2 (40.0%) | 3 (60.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 26 (52.0%) | 24 (48.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 3 (3.6%) | 81 (96.4%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 12 (10.4%) | 103 (89.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 411 (50.8%) | 398 (49.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,629 (63.0%) | 955 (37.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Cameron Parish are Food Preparation & Serving (215 | 8.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (136 | 5.3%), Security & Protection (70 | 2.7%), Healthcare Support (48 | 1.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (43 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Cameron Parish, 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 Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 70 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 132 (61.4%) | 83 (38.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 53 (39.0%) | 83 (61.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 255 (52.8%) | 228 (47.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,629 (63.0%) | 955 (37.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cameron Parish are Office & Administration (257 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (165 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 90 (54.5%) | 75 (45.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 36 (14.0%) | 221 (86.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 126 (29.9%) | 296 (70.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,629 (63.0%) | 955 (37.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cameron Parish are Construction & Extraction (196 | 7.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (47 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 196 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 266 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,629 (63.0%) | 955 (37.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cameron Parish are Production (321 | 12.4%), Material Moving (218 | 8.4%), and Transportation (65 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 309 (96.3%) | 12 (3.7%) |
| Transportation | 44 (67.7%) | 21 (32.3%) |
| Material Moving | 218 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 571 (94.5%) | 33 (5.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,629 (63.0%) | 955 (37.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Cameron Parish
Employment Industries in Cameron Parish
The major employment industries in Cameron Parish include Construction (425 | 16.5%), Retail Trade (336 | 13.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (294 | 11.4%), Manufacturing (256 | 9.9%), and Accommodation & Food Services (254 | 9.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cameron Parish
The Cameron Parish industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (94.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 294 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 398 (93.6%) | 27 (6.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 244 (95.3%) | 12 (4.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 175 (52.1%) | 161 (47.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 65 (68.4%) | 30 (31.6%) |
| Information | 7 (53.8%) | 6 (46.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 27 (29.3%) | 65 (70.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 99 (70.7%) | 41 (29.3%) |
| Educational Services | 15 (11.6%) | 114 (88.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 6 (5.4%) | 104 (94.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 11 (15.3%) | 61 (84.7%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 47 (18.5%) | 207 (81.5%) |
| Public Administration | 117 (61.3%) | 74 (38.7%) |
| Total | 1,629 (63.0%) | 955 (37.0%) |
Education in Cameron Parish
School Enrollment in Cameron Parish
The most common levels of schooling among the 976 students in Cameron Parish are middle school (323 | 33.1%), high school (283 | 29.0%), and elementary school (121 | 12.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 83 | 8.5% |
| Kindergarten | 52 | 5.3% |
| Elementary School | 121 | 12.4% |
| Middle School | 323 | 33.1% |
| High School | 283 | 29.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 79 | 8.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 35 | 3.6% |
| Total | 976 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cameron Parish
Out of a total of 976 students who are enrolled in schools in Cameron Parish, 22 (2.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 954 (97.7%) 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 17 (18.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 60 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 184 (97.4%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 364 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 199 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 74 (81.3%) | 17 (18.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 954 (97.7%) | 22 (2.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cameron Parish
Education (157 | 25.9%), business (143 | 23.6%), engineering (78 | 12.9%), arts & humanities (59 | 9.7%), and bio, nature & agricultural (51 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 606 individuals in Cameron Parish who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 32 | 5.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 51 | 8.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 7 | 1.2% |
| Psychology | 7 | 1.2% |
| Social Sciences | 4 | 0.7% |
| Engineering | 78 | 12.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 38 | 6.3% |
| Business | 143 | 23.6% |
| Education | 157 | 25.9% |
| Literature & Languages | 8 | 1.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 21 | 3.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 1 | 0.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 59 | 9.7% |
| Total | 606 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Cameron Parish
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cameron Parish
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cameron Parish are males with 3 vehicles (660, accounting for 41.4%) and females with 3 vehicles (315, making up 70.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 9 (0.6%) | 15 (1.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 208 (13.0%) | 271 (29.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 494 (31.0%) | 261 (27.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 660 (41.4%) | 315 (33.7%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 102 (6.4%) | 54 (5.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 122 (7.6%) | 18 (1.9%) |
| Total | 1,595 (100.0%) | 934 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Cameron Parish
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cameron Parish are 30 to 34 minutes (535 commuters, 21.6%), less than 5 minutes (284 commuters, 11.5%), and 45 to 59 minutes (284 commuters, 11.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 284 | 11.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 276 | 11.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 192 | 7.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 163 | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 219 | 8.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 147 | 5.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 535 | 21.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 20 | 0.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 46 | 1.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 284 | 11.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 95 | 3.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 215 | 8.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Cameron Parish
The most common commute times in Cameron Parish are 30 to 34 minutes (278 commuters, 17.7%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (257 commuters, 28.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 271 (17.3%) | 13 (1.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 136 (8.7%) | 140 (15.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 13 (0.8%) | 179 (19.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 127 (8.1%) | 36 (4.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 59 (3.8%) | 160 (17.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 44 (2.8%) | 103 (11.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 278 (17.7%) | 257 (28.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 20 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 40 (2.5%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 271 (17.3%) | 13 (1.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 95 (6.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 215 (13.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cameron Parish
The most frequent times of departure to work in Cameron Parish are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (545, 34.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (296, 32.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 545 (34.7%) | 31 (3.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 163 (10.4%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 60 (3.8%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 67 (4.3%) | 39 (4.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 226 (14.4%) | 200 (22.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 103 (6.6%) | 120 (13.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 33 (2.1%) | 296 (32.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 45 (2.9%) | 52 (5.7%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 27 (1.7%) | 77 (8.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 4 (0.3%) | 30 (3.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 13 (0.8%) | 34 (3.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 254 (16.2%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 29 (1.8%) | 7 (0.8%) |
| Total | 1,569 (100.0%) | 907 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Cameron Parish
Occupancy by Ownership in Cameron Parish
Of the total 2,166 dwellings in Cameron Parish, owner-occupied units account for 1,939 (89.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 227 (10.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,939 | 89.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 227 | 10.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,166 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Cameron Parish
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 348 | 16.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 633 | 29.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 624 | 28.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 561 | 25.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,166 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cameron Parish
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 341 (98.0%) | 7 (2.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 583 (92.1%) | 50 (7.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 498 (79.8%) | 126 (20.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 517 (92.2%) | 44 (7.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,939 (89.5%) | 227 (10.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cameron Parish
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 226 (91.9%) | 20 (8.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 787 (88.3%) | 104 (11.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 530 (83.7%) | 103 (16.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 396 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cameron Parish
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 218 | 10.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 535 | 24.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 396 | 18.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 448 | 20.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 310 | 14.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 244 | 11.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 15 | 0.7% |
| Total | 2,166 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Cameron Parish
Median Income by Occupancy in Cameron Parish
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,939 (89.5%) | $80,773 |
| Renter-Occupied | 227 (10.5%) | $33,209 |
| Average | 2,166 (100.0%) | $69,847 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cameron Parish
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 13 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 27 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 59 (3.0%) | 46 (20.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 60 (3.1%) | 13 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 99 (5.1%) | 124 (54.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 363 (18.7%) | 38 (16.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 285 (14.7%) | 6 (2.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 292 (15.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 404 (20.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 337 (17.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,939 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cameron Parish
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 299 (15.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 289 (14.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 422 (21.8%) | 6 (2.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 146 (7.5%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 421 (21.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 255 (13.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 62 (3.2%) | 9 (4.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 24 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 21 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,939 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Cameron Parish
Housing Structures in Cameron Parish
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,423 | 65.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 7 | 0.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 736 | 34.0% |
| Total | 2,166 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cameron Parish
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,223 (86.0%) | 200 (14.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 716 (97.3%) | 20 (2.7%) |
| Total | 1,939 (89.5%) | 227 (10.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cameron Parish
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 2 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 127 (6.6%) | 4 (1.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 758 (39.1%) | 187 (82.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 724 (37.3%) | 36 (15.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 328 (16.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,939 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cameron Parish
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 225 (11.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 78 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,631 (84.1%) | 227 (100.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 5 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,939 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Cameron Parish
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 26 (1.3%) | 7 (3.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 654 (33.7%) | 59 (26.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 646 (33.3%) | 44 (19.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 613 (31.6%) | 117 (51.5%) |
| Total | 1,939 (100.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Cameron Parish
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cameron Parish
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,066 | 873 |
| Median Property Value | $133,200 | $187,400 |
| Median Household Income | $76,136 | $173 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $470 | $8 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,023 | $201 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cameron Parish
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 272 (25.5%) | 32 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 199 (18.7%) | 150 (17.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 452 (42.4%) | 597 (68.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 86 (8.1%) | 80 (9.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 16 (1.5%) | 7 (0.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 4 (0.4%) | 7 (0.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 37 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,066 (100.0%) | 873 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cameron Parish
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 40 (3.7%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 116 (10.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 99 (9.3%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 178 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 90 (8.4%) | 185 (21.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 140 (13.1%) | 195 (22.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 239 (22.4%) | 152 (17.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 164 (15.4%) | 165 (18.9%) |
| Total | 1,066 (100.0%) | 873 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cameron Parish
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 510 (47.8%) | 81,855 (9,376.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 161 (15.1%) | 477 (54.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 161 (15.1%) | 270 (30.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 234 (22.0%) | 92 (10.5%) |
| Total | 1,066 (100.0%) | 873 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cameron Parish
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 222 (20.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 199 (18.7%) | 347 (39.8%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 173 (16.2%) | 167 (19.1%) |
| Total | 1,066 (100.0%) | 873 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Cameron Parish
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cameron Parish
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 424 (98.4%) | 7 (1.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 720 (97.3%) | 20 (2.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 300 (90.4%) | 32 (9.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 435 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 895 (85.8%) | 148 (14.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 475 (69.8%) | 206 (30.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 867 (96.7%) | 30 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 539 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 326 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,981 (91.8%) | 443 (8.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cameron Parish
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 424 (98.4%) | 7 (1.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 720 (97.3%) | 20 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 300 (90.4%) | 32 (9.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cameron Parish
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 353 (94.9%) | 19 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,254 (78.4%) | 346 (21.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 700 (97.0%) | 22 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 767 (96.7%) | 26 (3.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,901 (98.5%) | 30 (1.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cameron Parish
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 270 (62.6%) | 177 (41.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 406 (54.9%) | 457 (61.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 110 (33.1%) | 190 (57.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 185 (42.5%) | 270 (62.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 219 (21.0%) | 762 (73.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 13 (1.9%) | 468 (68.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 250 (27.9%) | 619 (69.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 521 (96.7%) | 388 (72.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 304 (93.2%) | 244 (74.9%) |
| Total | 2,278 (42.0%) | 3,575 (65.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cameron Parish
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 92 (18.1%) | 51 (17.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 68 (20.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 95 (6.8%) | 215 (17.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 58 (22.3%) | 68 (24.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 81 (55.5%) | 121 (67.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cameron Parish
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 93 (6.6%) | 74 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (17.7%) | 5 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (49.3%) | 10 (5.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 46 (9.0%) | 40 (13.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 40 (2.9%) | 75 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (2.3%) | 21 (7.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (4.1%) | 4 (2.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 76 (14.9%) | 32 (11.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (20.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 62 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (1.5%) | 9 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4 (2.7%) | 31 (17.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 39 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9 (0.6%) | 93 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (6.9%) | 61 (21.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 75 (51.4%) | 98 (54.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 39 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 30 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (26.0%) | 1 (0.6%) |
Technology Access in Cameron Parish
Computing Device Access in Cameron Parish
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,635 | 75.5% |
| Smartphone | 1,779 | 82.1% |
| Tablet | 1,381 | 63.8% |
| No Computing Device | 285 | 13.2% |
| Total | 2,166 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Cameron Parish
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,262 | 58.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 486 | 22.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 90 | 4.2% |
| No Internet | 341 | 15.7% |
| Total | 2,166 | 100.0% |
Cameron Parish Summary
Cameron Parish is a parish located in the southwestern corner of Louisiana, United States. It is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the south, Calcasieu Parish to the east, and Texas to the west. The parish seat is Cameron, and the largest city is Lake Charles. The parish was created in 1870 and named for Simon Cameron, a former U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania.
Geography
Cameron Parish is located in the southwestern corner of Louisiana, bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the south, Calcasieu Parish to the east, and Texas to the west. The parish has a total area of 1,945 square miles, of which 1,845 square miles is land and 100 square miles is water. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the parish. The highest point in the parish is an unnamed hill in the northern part of the parish, which has an elevation of approximately 50 feet.
The parish is home to several bodies of water, including Calcasieu Lake, Sabine Lake, and the Gulf of Mexico. The Calcasieu River runs through the parish, and is a popular spot for fishing and boating.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Cameron Parish had a population of 6,839. The racial makeup of the parish was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in the parish was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income was $19,945. About 17.2% of families and 21.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Cameron Parish is a largely rural parish, and the economy is largely based on agriculture and fishing. The main crops grown in the parish are rice, soybeans, and cotton. The parish is also home to several oil and gas fields, and the oil and gas industry is a major employer in the parish.
The parish is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Sabine National Wildlife Refuge, the Creole Nature Trail, and the Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge. These attractions bring in tourists from all over the country, and help to boost the local economy.
History
Cameron Parish was created in 1870 and named for Simon Cameron, a former U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania. The parish was originally part of Calcasieu Parish, but was split off in 1870 due to the increasing population in the area.
The parish was largely rural until the early 20th century, when oil and gas were discovered in the area. This led to an influx of people and businesses, and the parish experienced a period of rapid growth.
In the 1940s, the parish was hit by a series of hurricanes, which caused extensive damage to the area. The most destructive of these was Hurricane Audrey, which struck in 1957 and caused over 500 deaths in the parish.
In the late 20th century, the parish experienced a period of economic decline, as the oil and gas industry began to decline. This led to a decrease in population, and the parish has struggled to recover since then.
Conclusion
Cameron Parish is a rural parish located in the southwestern corner of Louisiana. It is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the south, Calcasieu Parish to the east, and Texas to the west. The parish was created in 1870 and named for Simon Cameron, a former U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania. The economy of the parish is largely based on agriculture and fishing, and the oil and gas industry is also a major employer. The parish has experienced a period of economic decline in recent years, but is still home to several tourist attractions, which help to boost the local economy.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Cameron Parish?
Total Population of Cameron Parish is 5,447.
What is the Total Male Population of Cameron Parish?
Total Male Population of Cameron Parish is 2,989.
What is the Total Female Population of Cameron Parish?
Total Female Population of Cameron Parish is 2,458.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cameron Parish?
There are 121.60 Males per 100 Females in Cameron Parish.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cameron Parish?
There are 82.23 Females per 100 Males in Cameron Parish.
What is the Median Population Age in Cameron Parish?
Median Population Age in Cameron Parish is 43.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cameron Parish
Average Family Size in Cameron Parish is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cameron Parish
Average Household Size in Cameron Parish is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Cameron Parish?
Per Capita income in Cameron Parish is $33,858.
What is the Median Family Income in Cameron Parish?
Median Family Income in Cameron Parish is $76,429.
What is the Median Household income in Cameron Parish?
Median Household Income in Cameron Parish is $69,847.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cameron Parish?
Income or Wage Gap in Cameron Parish is 36.7%.
Women in Cameron Parish earn 63.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Cameron Parish?
Family Income Deficit in Cameron Parish is $4,871.
Families that are below poverty line in Cameron Parish earn $4,871 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cameron Parish?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cameron Parish is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cameron Parish?
There are 2,639 People in the Labor Forcein in Cameron Parish.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cameron Parish?
59.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Cameron Parish.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cameron Parish?
Unemployment Rate in Cameron Parish is 2.1%.