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Where is the Achor family from?

You can see how Achor families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Achor family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Achor families were found in USA in 1880. In 1840 there were 5 Achor families living in New Jersey. This was about 63% of all the recorded Achor's in USA. New Jersey had the highest population of Achor families in 1840.

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Achor surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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Census Records

There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Achor. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Achor census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 148 immigration records available for the last name Achor. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 545 military records available for the last name Achor. For the veterans among your Achor ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Achor lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Achor life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Achor in 1963 was 70, and 78 in 2004.

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