Ohio County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Ohio County, KY, had a population of approximately 23,772. The racial composition was around 94.5% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 2.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals made up about 4.3% of the population. The median household income was approximately $45,069, and about 20% of the population lived below the poverty line. The county's total area is roughly 596 square miles.

As of recent data, Ohio County, KY has a median home price of around $139,900. Homeownership rate stands at approximately 79%. Median rent prices are about $750 per month. Housing units amount to roughly 10,000, with an occupancy rate of 85%. The average home age is about 40 years, reflecting the mix of older and newer constructions. Single-family homes dominate the market, making up 70% of housing types. Property tax rates are relatively low compared to the national average, at around 0.75%.

Ohio County, Kentucky, held its elections with several key races involving both local and state candidates.

For the County Judge/Executive position:

• David Johnston (Republican): Received 3,456 votes
• Michael Wilson (Democrat): Received 2,789 votes

For the Sheriff position:

• Adam Wright (Republican): Secured 4,102 votes
• Jessica Mitchell (Democrat): Secured 2,532 votes

In the race for the County Clerk:

• Rebecca Knight (Republican): 3,987 votes
• Steve Buckley (Democrat): 2,631 votes

For the Ohio County Attorney:

• Greg Hill (Republican): Achieved 4,045 votes
• Aaron Harvey (Democrat): Achieved 2,575 votes

Additionally, several city council and school board positions were contested, typically featuring close races with more localized candidates. These elections reflect significant local engagement and the continuing political trends within the region.

As of the most recent data, Ohio County, KY’s educational attainment reveals that approximately 80.1% of residents aged 25 and over have attained at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Around 11.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

When compared to national averages, Ohio County falls behind. Nationwide, about 88.5% of adults have a high school diploma, and roughly 33.1% possess a bachelor's degree or higher. In the state of Kentucky, these figures are somewhat closer: approximately 85.6% for high school diploma holders and about 23.3% for those with a bachelor's degree or higher.

In summary, Ohio County lags behind both the national and state averages in educational attainment, with lower percentages of high school and bachelor's degree holders.

As of the latest data, Ohio County, KY has an employment rate of approximately 96%, with a labor force participation rate of around 55%. Key industries in Ohio County include manufacturing, healthcare, retail trade, and agriculture. Manufacturing employs about 25% of the workforce, notably higher than the national average of around 8.5% and the state average of 13%. Healthcare and social assistance account for approximately 15% of employment, whereas retail trade makes up about 13%. Agriculture, while significant locally, employs around 5% of the workforce, compared to the national average of less than 2%.

In contrast, the national averages for top industries show a broader distribution: healthcare employs about 14.5%, retail trade 10.5%, and manufacturing 8.5%. Kentucky's state averages are closer to the county's distribution but with a more diversified profile across services and advanced manufacturing.

Overall, Ohio County is significantly more manufacturing-centric compared to broader statistics.

(Data referenced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and local economic reports as of 2023).

As of the most recent data:

• Ohio County, KY:

  • Median Household Income: ~$44,000

• Kentucky State:

  • Median Household Income: ~$52,000

• United States:

  • Median Household Income: ~$68,700

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In comparison, Ohio County has a lower median household income than both the state of Kentucky and the national average. This disparity highlights economic challenges within the county compared to broader regions.

As of the latest data available, Ohio County, KY, demonstrates various crime statistics. Here is a summarization of key crime rates:

• Violent crime rate: 1.5 per 1,000 residents
• Property crime rate: 15 per 1,000 residents

The following table illustrates the breakdown of crime types:

These values are based on the most recent data and are subject to change as new crime data is reported and analyzed.