Prowers County

As of the 2020 Census, Prowers County, Colorado has a population of 11,999. The county comprises 74.9% White, 1.0% African American, 1.5% Native American, and 1.0% Asian. Those identifying as Hispanic or Latino make up 44.3% of the population. The median age is approximately 38.5 years. The county covers an area of 1,644 square miles, leading to a population density of about 7.3 people per square mile.

As of 2021, Prowers County, CO, has a median home value of approximately $90,000. The median rent is around $650 per month. The homeownership rate stands at about 65%, while the vacancy rate hovers near 13%. The county features a mix of single-family homes, mobile homes, and apartments. Recent years have seen slight fluctuations in property values and rental rates, reflecting local economic conditions.

Prowers County, CO, holds elections for various local, state, and federal offices. The Prowers County Clerk and Recorder’s Office oversees these elections. The county typically sees a mix of Republican and Democratic candidates, as well as occasional third-party or independent candidates.

In federal elections, Prowers County votes for:

• U.S. President every 4 years
• U.S. Senators every 6 years (rotating seats)
• U.S. House Representatives every 2 years

At the state level, voters elect:

• Governor every 4 years
• State Senators and Representatives in odd-numbered years

Locally, elections include:

• County Commissioners
• Clerk and Recorder
• Treasurer
• Sheriff
• Assessor

For detailed and current candidate information, residents should visit the Prowers County Clerk and Recorder’s official website or the Colorado Secretary of State’s website. Voter turnout and results data from recent elections can also be found on these websites.

Prowers County, CO, has relatively lower educational attainment compared to national and state averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, approximately 85.1% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma or equivalent, compared to the national average of 88.5% and the Colorado state average of 91.7%. About 14.9% of Prowers County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, while the national average is 32.1% and the state average is 42.7%. This indicates that the county lags behind both national and state levels in education.

As of the latest available data, Prowers County, CO has an employment rate that reflects a smaller, rural labor market. The top industries in the county include agriculture, manufacturing, retail trade, healthcare, and education. Agriculture is a significant sector due to the county's extensive farming and livestock activities. In terms of employment distribution:

• Agriculture: Approximately 20%
• Manufacturing: Around 15%
• Retail Trade: About 12%
• Healthcare & Social Assistance: Nearly 10%
• Education Services: Around 8%

Comparing this to state and national averages, Prowers County has a notably higher percentage of its workforce in agriculture and manufacturing. Nationally, the agriculture sector employs less than 2% of the workforce, whereas manufacturing accounts for about 8.5%. Colorado’s averages also show lower engagement in agriculture (around 1.6%) and slightly higher in manufacturing (9%). The prominence of agriculture in Prowers County highlights its rural economic structure.

As of the most recent data available, Prowers County, Colorado, has a median household income of approximately $37,270. This is significantly lower than both the national and state averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median household income for the United States is around $68,703, while for Colorado, it's about $72,331. Prowers County’s lower income levels suggest economic challenges compared to the broader regions.

The disparity highlights a need for targeted economic development and support within Prowers County to bridge this income gap.

As of the latest available data, Prowers County, Colorado, has a lower crime rate compared to the national average. The overall crime rate summary per 1,000 residents is approximately 25.6. Here is a breakdown of specific types of crimes in Prowers County:

These values reflect data collected from local law enforcement agencies and compiled by national crime reporting systems.