Houston County

Houston County, Alabama, has an estimated population of around 105,000 people. The racial composition is approximately 68% White, 27% Black or African American, 2% Asian, and 3% other races. About 5% identify as Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median household income is around $47,000, and the poverty rate is approximately 17%. The population has a balanced age distribution, with a median age of around 39 years. Educational attainment shows approximately 87% of residents are high school graduates, and around 22% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Houston County, AL, has a median home value of approximately $150,000. The median rent is around $750 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 69.4%, while the average household size is 2.6 people. The housing market has seen a 5% year-over-year appreciation. The vacancy rate is approximately 9%. These figures reflect a balanced and growing housing market in the area, combining affordability with a steady appreciation trend.

Houston County, Alabama, typically holds elections for various local, state, and federal offices, including county commissioners, sheriff, probate judge, and others. Exact details can vary by election cycle.

In a recent election cycle, positions up for grabs included roles such as County Commissioner for various districts, Sheriff, Probate Judge, and Board of Education members. Voter turnout generally ranges between 25%-50% depending on the significance of the election.

For instance, in a past election:

• County Commissioner District 1 might have had candidates such as John Doe and Jane Smith.
• Sheriff candidates could include incumbents like Mike Marshall versus challengers like Dave Johnson.
• Probate Judge may have seen candidates like Alice Brown and Tom Tully.

It's essential to check the Houston County Probate Office or Alabama Secretary of State's website for the most current candidate listings, voter registration details, and election dates.

Houston County, AL, exhibits the following educational statistics:

• High school graduation rate: approximately 87.4%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher: about 22.7%.

Comparatively:

• National high school graduation rate: 88%.
• National bachelor's degree or higher: 33.1%.
• Alabama state high school graduation rate: roughly 89%.
• Alabama state bachelor's degree or higher: about 25.5%.

Houston County's high school graduation rate is slightly below both the national and state averages. Its percentage of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher is also lower than both the national and Alabama state averages, indicating a lower level of higher education attainment.

As of the most recent data available, Houston County, AL has an employment rate of approximately 60% with an unemployment rate around 3.5%, which is comparable to both the national average (around 3.5%) and the Alabama state average (approximately 3.1%). Key industries in Houston County include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. Specifically, the healthcare sector employs about 20% of the workforce, retail trade about 15%, and manufacturing around 12%.

Nationally, the largest employment sectors are also healthcare and social assistance (about 14%), retail trade (about 10%), and professional and business services (approximately 14%). Alabama's employment distribution is similar, with healthcare and social assistance (15%), manufacturing (13%), and retail trade (12%) as the leading industries. This indicates Houston County has a slightly higher dependency on healthcare and retail compared to state and national trends.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Houston County, AL, is approximately $47,500. In comparison:

• The national median household income in the United States is around $68,700.
• The median household income for the state of Alabama is roughly $51,700.

Income Comparison Table

Houston County's median household income is below both the Alabama state average and the national average, indicating a lower income level in this county compared to broader averages.

As of the latest available data, Houston County, Alabama, has a mixed crime rate profile, with both violent and property crimes. Specific statistics are as follows:

• Violent Crime Rate: 4.49 per 1,000 residents
• Property Crime Rate: 27.12 per 1,000 residents

Here's a breakdown of specific crime types in Houston County:

These figures help illustrate the area's primary safety concerns and areas needing improvement. Always consider consulting up-to-date data sources or local law enforcement for the latest information.