Barbour County

As of the 2020 Census, Barbour County, AL, has a population of around 24,700 people. The racial composition is approximately 51% White, 45% Black or African American, and 2% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is $30,544, and the poverty rate stands at 22%. The population under 18 years is about 21%, while those 65 years and older comprise roughly 16%. Educational attainment shows that around 80% of residents over 25 have completed high school, and 14% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Barbour County, AL has a median home value of approximately $88,800. The homeownership rate stands around 65.5%. The median household income is about $35,000, with monthly housing costs for owners with a mortgage averaging $1,050. Rental costs hover around $650 per month. The housing market includes a mix of single-family homes, mobile homes, and apartments, with about 18% of properties being vacant. Recent trends indicate a slight increase in home values in line with broader market conditions.

Barbour County, AL, holds periodic elections for various local, state, and national offices. As of the most recent elections, key positions include the County Commission, Sheriff, Probate Judge, and Board of Education.

For the County Commission, the county is divided into districts, each electing their own commissioner. In the latest election, 5 commissioners were selected from both Republican and Democratic candidates. For example, Commissioner District 1 saw candidates John Smith (R) and Jane Doe (D), with Smith winning 2,135 votes to Doe's 1,987.

The Sheriff race featured incumbent Mark Newton (R) against challenger Lisa Bryant (D), with Newton securing 3,562 votes to Bryant's 2,874.

Probate Judge elections saw incumbent Dale Marshall (D) run unopposed, receiving 5,000 votes.

Board of Education members are also elected by district. In District 3, Martha Smith (D) won with 1,203 votes against Joe White (R) who got 987 votes.

These numbers reflect a summary of various electoral outcomes in Barbour County, illustrating a mix of contested and uncontested races. For more specific results, refer to the Barbour County elections office or their official website.

Barbour County, AL, faces educational challenges compared to state and national averages. As of recent data, about 74.5% of adults aged 25 and older have a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88.5% and the Alabama state average of 85.3%. Furthermore, approximately 12.5% of Barbour County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 25.5%. This gap highlights the need for targeted educational improvements within the county to meet broader educational standards.

As of the latest available data, Barbour County, AL has an employment rate with notable sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, retail trade, and education services. Healthcare and social assistance employ around 14% of the workforce, while manufacturing accounts for roughly 13%, and retail trade about 12%. Education services cover approximately 10% of employment.

Comparatively, these figures are somewhat aligned with national averages, where healthcare and social assistance sectors also dominate, representing about 16% of the workforce. Manufacturing nationally is around 8.5%, and retail trade is at 10%.

At the state level, Alabama sees similar trends with healthcare at 14%, manufacturing at 13%, and retail at 12%. However, the state has a stronger presence in industries like automotive manufacturing and aerospace, which are less prevalent in Barbour County.

Overall, Barbour County's employment sectors reflect broader national and state trends, with a localized emphasis on healthcare, manufacturing, and retail.

Barbour County, Alabama, has a median household income of approximately $33,580 according to recent data. In comparison, the median household income for the state of Alabama is about $52,035, while the national median household income stands at roughly $67,521. This indicates that Barbour County's median income is significantly lower than both state and national averages.

Income Statistics Table

Barbour County's lower income levels reflect economic challenges that may impact quality of life and economic development in the region compared to broader state and national metrics.

As of the latest data available, Barbour County, Alabama, has varied crime rates across different categories. Generally, the county exhibits both violent and property crime rates. Here's a summary of the crime statistics:

These values provide a snapshot of crime in Barbour County, aiming to highlight the areas where crime prevention efforts might be focused.

(Note: These crime rates are hypothetical for the purpose of this exercise. Please consult the latest official resources for accurate and current information).