Merrill Park 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. Shoestring Singles

   —Downscale, striving singles.

   Struggling urban singles that are on a tight budget, making minimum wage and working in service jobs. Most have a high school education or lower and most rent.

2. Stretched Budgets

   —Lower-scale urban couples with children.

   Mixed educational status with some having a high school education and some college. Combined income low-to-moderate.

3. Unmarried With Children

   —Urban single parents.

   These single parents are making ends meet with moderate income. Some went on to college, while others finished high school or lower. Most work in service, management, or professional occupations.