Talladega County

As of the 2020 United States Census, Talladega County, AL, had a population of 82,149. The racial composition was approximately 68.7% White, 26.5% Black or African American, 1.3% Two or More Races, 0.6% Asian, and 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income was around $40,524, and about 21.6% of the population lived below the poverty line. The area spans 760 square miles, with Sylacauga and Talladega as its largest cities.

As of 2020, Talladega County, AL had a median home value of approximately $104,200. The median household income was around $41,000. The homeownership rate stood at about 71.2%. Average rent was roughly $700 per month. The county had a population of 79,978 with an average household size of 2.5 people. Housing units numbered around 37,200, with a vacancy rate of about 16.1%. New construction has been relatively slow, reflecting minimal population growth.

For the most current election information in Talladega County, Alabama, please refer to the official Talladega County website or the Alabama Secretary of State’s office, as details can change for each election cycle. As of the 2022 elections, key positions include:

• County Commission: Multiple districts with varying candidates.
• Sheriff: Primary candidates and incumbents often vary; 2022 incumbent was Jimmy Kilgore.
• Board of Education: Several seats up for election with local candidates.

Voter turnout and numerical results are typically published post-election. For example, in the 2020 general election, Talladega County had approximately 37,000 registered voters, with a turnout of about 62%. Major races often include federal, state, and local offices.

Check sample ballots ahead of Election Day for a full list of candidates and offices.

Talladega County, AL, has educational attainment levels below both state and national averages. Around 80.1% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of approximately 88.0% and the Alabama state average of 86.2%. Additionally, only 14.0% of Talladega County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, while the national average stands at 33.1% and the Alabama state average at 25.5%. These figures suggest that Talladega County lags behind in educational attainment relative to broader benchmarks.

Talladega County, AL has an employment rate aligned with various sectors. The civilian labor force consists of around 34,000 people, with an unemployment rate of approximately 3.3% as of recent reports.

Top industries in Talladega County include manufacturing (21.7%), educational services, and health care (17.4%), as well as retail trade (11.9%). These figures are notable when compared to Alabama's overall state averages: manufacturing (13.1%), educational services, and health care (21.2%), and retail trade (11.1%).

Nationally, the U.S. sees different distributions: education and health services (25.2%), professional and business services (14.2%), and retail trade (10.7%). Talladega County has a stronger focus on manufacturing compared to both the state and national averages.

This diverse economy offers many opportunities, but also reflects local economic strengths and challenges compared to broader national trends.

As of the most recent data, the median household income for Talladega County, AL, is approximately $41,000. This is lower than both the state and national averages. For comparison, the median household income in Alabama is about $51,734, while the national median is around $68,703.

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Talladega County's income values fall significantly below both the state and national medians, highlighting economic disparities that may influence local economic policies and development initiatives.

As of the latest available data, Talladega County, Alabama, has a crime rate that includes various types of offenses. The overall crime rate in the county stands at approximately 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Here are some specific statistics for different types of crimes:

These figures provide a snapshot of the types and frequencies of crimes in Talladega County. Please verify with local law enforcement for the most current statistics.