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Carbondale has a population of 22,158 with a median age of 24.6. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,158 |
| Median Age | 24.6 |
| White | 56.9% |
| Black or African American | 26.4% |
| Asian | 7.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7.1% |
| Other / Two or More Races | 2.3% |
The median household income in Carbondale is $32,128, which is 60.1% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $22,315. The poverty rate is 37.4%.
The unemployment rate in Carbondale is 5.2%, compared to the national rate of 4.1%.
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In Carbondale, 95.3% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 48.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23.3% with a graduate or professional degree).
| Education Level | % of Adults (25+) |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Higher | 95.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 48.2% |
| Graduate or Professional Degree | 23.3% |
The median home value in Carbondale is $127,900, below the national median of $303,400. The median monthly rent is $771. The homeownership rate is 26.4%.
| Housing Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $127,900 |
| Median Monthly Rent | $771 |
| Homeownership Rate | 26.4% |
| Vacancy Rate | 19.7% |
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