Hale County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Hale County, Alabama, has a population of approximately 14,785. The racial composition is about 56.8% Black or African American, 41.5% White, 0.2% Asian, and small percentages of other races and ethnicities. Hispanic or Latino residents make up around 1.3% of the population. The median household income is roughly $32,600, with a poverty rate of 26.8%. The county covers an area of 657 square miles.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau and recent demographic data.

Hale County, AL features a median home value around $84,000. The average rent is approximately $620 per month. Homeownership rates hover around 74%, indicating a propensity for owning over renting. The housing market has a mix of historic and modern homes, with around 7,000 housing units in total. The vacancy rate is roughly 16%, suggesting a moderate availability of homes. Household sizes average 2.6 persons. The area’s cost of living is generally lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for potential homeowners or renters.

Hale County, Alabama, typically participates in federal, state, and local elections. Candidates vary per election cycle:

1. Federal Elections:

   • President, U.S. Senate, and House representative races see participation from major party candidates. For instance, in 2020, Joe Biden (D) received 68% to Donald Trump’s (R) 31% of the county's votes.

2. State Elections:

   • Governor, Attorney General, State Senate, and House races feature Democratic and Republican candidates. In 2022, Kay Ivey (R) and Yolanda Flowers (D) were gubernatorial candidates.

3. Local Elections:

   • Sheriff's office, county commissioners, and school boards have candidates from various parties. Recent local-office holders include Sheriff Kenneth Ellis (D).

Numerical values and candidates vary by race and year. Updated lists of candidates and official results for current elections are available on the Alabama Secretary of State’s website.

(Note: The information is based on typical electoral patterns and may vary for different election cycles or updates in real-time election data. Always refer to local official sources for the most recent information.)

Hale County, AL, has education statistics as follows (latest data): About 80.9% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of approximately 88% and the Alabama state average of around 85.3%. Around 13.7% of Hale County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of roughly 32.1% and the Alabama average of about 26.8%. These figures indicate that Hale County lags behind both national and state averages in educational attainment, reflecting potential challenges in higher education accessibility and economic opportunities within the county.

Hale County, AL, exhibits an unemployment rate of 4.2%, slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% and Alabama’s state average of 2.8%. Employment sectors are predominantly geared towards agriculture, manufacturing, education, and healthcare.

In Hale County, agriculture and forestry employ 20% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 1.3%. Manufacturing constitutes 18%, also exceeding the national rate of 8.5%. Education and healthcare services make up 22%, on par with state averages but slightly lower than the national average of 23.5%. Retail trade employs 12%, similar to both state and national averages.

In summary, Hale County's economy is heavily reliant on agriculture and manufacturing, sectors that are more prominent locally compared to broader state and national employment trends.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Hale County, Alabama, is approximately $39,503 per year. In comparison, Alabama's state average household income is around $52,035, while the national average household income is approximately $68,700.

The income in Hale County is significantly lower than both the state and national averages, highlighting economic challenges within the region.

As of 2021, Hale County, Alabama, experienced a crime rate of approximately 2,408 incidents per 100,000 residents. This represents a mix of various crime categories. Below is a table summarizing crime statistics for Hale County:

These statistics provide a snapshot but can fluctuate annually. For updated information, please refer to local law enforcement or official crime reporting databases.