Mohave County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Mohave County, Arizona, has a population of approximately 213,267 residents. The racial composition is 83.4% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 2.4% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 7.1% from other races, and 3.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals constitute about 17.6% of the population. The median household income is roughly $46,901, and the poverty rate stands at about 18.3%. The county covers an area of 13,461 square miles.

As of 2023, Mohave County, AZ, has a median home value of approximately $250,000. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is around $1,000 per month. The county has seen a 10% increase in home values over the past year. There are about 84,000 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 72%. The vacancy rate hovers around 19%.

As of the 2022 midterm elections in Mohave County, Arizona:

• Voter registration: Approximately 136,000
• Voter turnout: Around 55%

Key races included candidates for the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives for Arizona's 9th District, and various state and local positions.

U.S. Senate candidates:

• Mark Kelly (Democratic)
• Blake Masters (Republican)
• Marc Victor (Libertarian)

U.S. House, Arizona's 9th District:

• Paul Gosar (Republican Incumbent)
• Delina DiSanto (Democratic)

Other notable races included the gubernatorial contest with:

• Katie Hobbs (Democratic)
• Kari Lake (Republican)

Mohave County Board of Supervisors and numerous county-level offices also saw competitive contests. Note that candidate lists and voter statistics may change with upcoming elections, so it’s advisable to check official Mohave County sources for the latest information.

As of the latest data, Mohave County, AZ has relatively lower educational attainment compared to state and national averages. Approximately 84.3% of residents have a high school diploma, versus the national average of about 88% and the Arizona state average of 86.1%. For higher education, around 12.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly below the national average of 33.1% and the Arizona state average of 29.5%. The county faces educational challenges, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to boost educational outcomes and align closer with broader trends.

Sources are derived from U.S. Census Bureau data and local education reports.

As of the most recent data, Mohave County, AZ has an unemployment rate of approximately 6.5%, higher than the national average of around 3.7% and the state average of 4.8%. The top industries in Mohave County include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation and food services. These three industries collectively employ a significant portion of the workforce: healthcare and social assistance (15%), retail trade (12%), and accommodation and food services (11%).

Comparatively, the U.S. workforce's composition includes 13% in healthcare, 11% in retail, and 9% in accommodation/food services, while Arizona has similar distributions with slight regional variations. Mohave County demonstrates a higher dependence on tourism-related employment due to its location near Lake Havasu and the Grand Canyon, contributing to the relatively higher employment in accommodation and food services.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Mohave County, AZ is approximately $44,799.

Comparison:

• Mohave County, AZ: $44,799
• State of Arizona: $58,945
• United States: $68,703

Income Statistics Table:

Mohave County's median household income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages. The county's income is around 24% lower than the state average and approximately 35% lower than the national average.

These figures indicate economic challenges and a lower income level in Mohave County compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest available data, Mohave County, AZ, has a mixed crime rate compared to national averages. The total crime rate is approximately 33.64 per 1,000 residents annually. The breakdown of different types of crimes in Mohave County is as follows:

These figures highlight that property crimes are significantly higher than violent crimes in Mohave County.