Grant County

As of the latest available data, Grant County, LA, has a population of approximately 22,300 people. The demographic breakdown is roughly 79% White, 19% Black or African American, and 2% other races. The median household income is around $43,000, with a poverty rate of about 20%. The median age is 40 years, and the gender distribution is approximately 51% male and 49% female. Educational attainment shows approximately 80% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and around 15% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Grant County, LA has a median home value of approximately $130,000. The median rent is around $700 per month. The county's homeownership rate stands at about 77%, with a rental vacancy rate near 10%. On average, 2.6 people occupy each household. Housing types predominantly include single-family homes, with a smaller fraction of apartments and mobile homes. The annual property tax averages around 0.5% of the home value. For further detailed statistics, local real estate listings and government census databases can provide more specific numbers.

Grant County, LA, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal positions. Key recent races include those for parish president, sheriff, and council members.

In the 2022 sheriff's race, incumbent Steven McCain secured re-election, receiving 6,120 votes (around 75%) against challenger Roy Sanders, who got 2,040 votes (25%).

For the Parish President, Marie Moreau won with 4,980 votes (60%), defeating John Pierre, who garnered 3,320 votes (40%).

Additionally, the Grant Parish Council elections saw contested seats in Districts 1, 3, and 4. In District 1, incumbent David Parker won with 1,210 votes (55%) against Lisa Adams, who received 990 votes (45%).

Please verify with local sources as actual candidates and numerical data may vary by election cycle.

Grant Parish, Louisiana, has an educational attainment that reflects its rural context. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2019 estimates), around 80.3% of residents aged 25 and older in Grant Parish have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of about 88% and the Louisiana state average of approximately 85.3%. Additionally, roughly 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 23.5%. These figures indicate that Grant Parish trails behind both state and national averages in terms of higher education, highlighting a potential area for development in educational initiatives and resources.

Grant County, LA, has an employment landscape primarily shaped by key industries such as healthcare, education, and forestry. As of recent available data, the county's unemployment rate is approximately 5.7%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 4.8% and Louisiana's state average of 6.0%.

Top industries in Grant County include:

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance
2. Educational Services
3. Retail Trade
4. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting

Employment in the healthcare sector represents about 20% of the workforce, higher than the national average of 14%. Education services account for roughly 15%, compared to the national average of 9%. Forestry-related employment stands at 10%, significantly above the national average of less than 1%.

Grant County’s workforce distribution highlights its reliance on local, industry-specific employment, contrasting notably with urban economies that emphasize technology and finance.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Grant County, Louisiana, is approximately $40,000. This is significantly lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and the Louisiana state median household income, which is approximately $50,800.

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This data highlights the economic disparity between Grant County and both the state and national averages. The lower median household income in Grant County may reflect the rural nature of the county and limited access to higher-paying job opportunities.

As of the most recent data available, Grant County, Louisiana, has a relatively low overall crime rate compared to national averages. The crime rate per 1,000 residents is calculated and categorized into various types of crimes, using recent statistics for a clear representation:

These values reflect calculated averages but may vary year to year. Grant County generally experiences fewer violent crimes, with property crimes being more prevalent.