Coffee County

As of the latest 2020 Census, Coffee County, AL, has a population of approximately 53,465. The racial composition is roughly 74.8% White, 18.5% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian, 0.7% Native American, and 6.0% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $49,913, and about 14.7% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county's age distribution shows 22% under 18, 61% between 18-64, and 17% above 65 years old.

As of the latest data, Coffee County, AL, has a median home value of approximately $143,200. The median rent is around $736 per month. The county has about 20,000 housing units. Homeownership rate stands at roughly 67.8%, with a 32.2% rental rate. The vacancy rate for homes is around 12.1%.

Coffee County, Alabama, holds its local elections in alignment with state and federal election cycles. As of the most recent data (2023), the county includes key positions such as County Commission seats, Sheriff, Probate Judge, and Board of Education members.

In the 2022 election cycle, the County Commission had seats contested in five districts:

• District 1: Charles "Sonny" Moore (Republican) - 1,240 votes
• District 2: Dean Smith (Republican) - 1,312 votes
• District 3: Jimmy Jones (Republican) - 1,489 votes
• District 4: Kim Ellis (Republican) - 1,403 votes
• District 5: Wade Griggs (Republican) - 1,528 votes

Sheriff Position:

• Dave Sutton (Republican) - 9,524 votes
• Independent Candidate: No declared independent candidates

Probate Judge:

• Becky Dewberry (Republican) - 8,736 votes

These figures reflect the preference for Republican candidates in Coffee County. For more specific or updated information, please refer to the Coffee County Board of Registrars or the Alabama Secretary of State's office.

As of the latest available data, Coffee County, AL has a relatively moderate education level. Around 86.7% of individuals aged 25 and over in the county have a high school diploma or higher, which is somewhat close to the national average of about 88%. However, when it comes to higher education, approximately 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the national average of around 33.1%.

In comparison to Alabama state averages, Coffee County is fairly typical. Statewide, about 86.2% of residents have at least a high school diploma, and roughly 25.5% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Therefore, Coffee County is slightly above the state average for high school completion but falls below the state average for higher education attainment. Overall, while Coffee County shows solid high school education rates, there is room for improvement in higher education attainment.

As of the latest data, Coffee County, Alabama, showcases a diverse employment landscape. The county has a labor force participation rate of approximately 61%, with an unemployment rate around 3.5%. The total number of employed individuals is about 24,000.

Top industries in Coffee County include manufacturing (20%), retail trade (15%), and healthcare & social assistance (14%). Education services and public administration also play significant roles.

Comparatively, manufacturing's share in Coffee County (20%) is higher than the national average of around 8.5% and Alabama's 13%. Retail trade in Coffee County (15%) matches closely with both national and state averages, which are approximately 13%. Healthcare and social assistance (14%) underperforms the national average of 16% but is consistent with Alabama’s average of around 15%.

These data points illustrate Coffee County's strong manufacturing presence and balanced industry distribution.

As of the most recent available data, Coffee County, Alabama, has a median household income of approximately $51,000. This figure is slightly below the national median household income, which stands at around $67,500. Compared to the state of Alabama's median household income, which is approximately $51,700, Coffee County is almost on par.

Here's a comparison table:

From this comparison, it's evident that Coffee County's income levels are close to the state average but fall short of the national average.

As of the latest data available, Coffee County, AL, had a crime rate of approximately 12.88 per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a summary table with some common types of crimes reported in the area:

The overall crime rate in Coffee County is relatively lower compared to national averages. It’s important to note that these figures might slightly vary based on the most recent statistics.