Ruston Demographics

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About These Groups

The information in this section was derived from analysis of data (such as age, occupation, and income) from the 2000 U.S. Census. Using segmentation methods, our analysts created groupings based on the demographic and socioeconomic composition of each city and neighborhood.

1. Power Singles

   —High-income urban singles.

   Highly educated professionals, many with advanced degrees. They draw a handsome salary and have reasonable living expenses while living a hip, upscale life in an urban center.

2. Stable Nuclears

   —Higher-income urban family.

   Middle-age couples with children, pulling in combined household incomes nearing six figures. Most own their own homes. Some have a college education and work in a variety of occupations, including management-level positions.

3. Golden Years

   —Seniors over 65 who live in the city.

   Most own their own home and have a low to moderate income. Most have a high school education or lower, while some have a college education.