Beaufort County

As of the most recent data, Beaufort County, NC, has a population of approximately 44,000. The racial composition is 68% White, 27% African American, 3% Hispanic or Latino, 1% Asian, and 1% other races. The median household income is around $42,500, with about 20% of the population living below the poverty line. The age distribution shows 24% under 18, 20% over 65, and the rest between 18 and 64. Education levels indicate that 85% of adults have a high school diploma, and 20% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Beaufort County, NC has a median home value of approximately $136,000. The median rental price stands around $800 per month. Homeownership rate is about 78%, and the median household income sits near $48,000. The housing market has shown a modest appreciation rate of roughly 3-4% annually over recent years. There are around 21,000 housing units in the county, with a vacancy rate of approximately 15%.

As of the latest available data, Beaufort County, NC, conducts regular elections for various local, state, and federal offices. In the 2020 General Election, voter turnout was notable with approximately 22,000 ballots cast from roughly 36,000 registered voters, marking a turnout rate of around 61%.

For the 2022 Midterm Elections, candidates included Republicans, Democrats, and Libertarians. Key races involved the Beaufort County Commissioners, Board of Education members, Sheriff, and local judicial positions. In the most high-profile races:

1. County Commissioners:

   • Republican: Frankie Waters, Jerry Langley
   • Democrat: derall Hall, Logan Bell

2. Sheriff:

   • Republican: Richard W. Whitehurst
   • Democrat: Ernie Coleman

Each election cycle can see changes in candidates and voter participation. For the most accurate and recent information, check the Beaufort County Board of Elections website.

As of the most recent data, Beaufort County, North Carolina, shows the following educational attainment statistics: Approximately 82.4% of residents aged 25 and older have graduated from high school, which is slightly lower than the national average of about 88%. Around 15.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national rate of approximately 33.1% and the North Carolina state average of about 31.3%. These figures suggest that Beaufort County trails behind both state and national averages in terms of higher education attainment.

As of recent data, Beaufort County, NC, has an unemployment rate of around 4.5%, close to both the national average of 3.5% and North Carolina's average of 3.7%. The county's labor force comprises approximately 20,000 individuals.

Top industries in Beaufort County include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. In healthcare, the county employs about 2,500 people, making it the largest sector. Retail trade follows, employing around 2,000 individuals. Manufacturing also plays a significant role, with approximately 1,500 workers.

Comparatively, the national averages are more diversified, with healthcare, professional services, and retail leading the employment sectors. North Carolina's employment trends are similar, with a strong emphasis on healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. However, Beaufort County has a slightly higher concentration in manufacturing relative to state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Beaufort County, NC, is approximately $41,000. This is significantly lower than the national median household income, which stands at around $68,700, and the North Carolina state median of $54,000.

This data indicates that households in Beaufort County earn substantially less than both the national and state averages.

As of the latest data, Beaufort County, NC has a crime rate of approximately 27.4 per 1,000 residents annually. This translates to approximately 1 in 37.5 people being a victim of a crime. Below is a statistics table highlighting typical crime types and their respective frequencies per 1,000 residents:

These values reflect general trends and may fluctuate over time. For the most current details and updates, local law enforcement and annual crime reports should be consulted.