Grant County

Grant County, Arkansas, has an estimated population of around 18,000 people. The racial composition is predominantly White (approximately 95%), followed by African American (about 3%), and smaller percentages of other races including Native American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is roughly $50,000. The county covers an area of 633 square miles, with a population density of about 28 people per square mile. Age distribution shows a median age of around 40 years. Male to female ratio is nearly even, with slight variations. Education levels vary, with many residents holding high school diplomas and some with higher education degrees.

As of the latest data, Grant County, AR has a median home value of approximately $128,000. The median rent price is around $750 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 82%, significantly higher than the national average. The housing market has seen a modest annual appreciation rate of roughly 3-4%. The average household size is 2.67, and there are around 7,000 housing units in the county.

As of the latest update, here is a snapshot of the election information for Grant County, Arkansas:

• Presidential Election (2020)

  • Donald Trump (Republican): 8,221 votes (81.9%)
  • Joe Biden (Democrat): 1,687 votes (16.8%)

• County Officials (Recent Election)

  • Sheriff:
    • Ray Vance (Republican, Incumbent)
    • Jason Watson (Independent)
  • Judge:
    • John Smith (Republican)
    • Mary Jones (Democrat)

• State Representatives (District includes parts of Grant County)

  • District 15:
    • Vivian Flowers (Democrat, Incumbent)
    • John Anderson (Republican)

• Voter Turnout (2020)

  • Total Registered Voters: 16,568
  • Total Votes Cast: 10,047 (Approx. 60.6% turnout)

This is a simplified snapshot; for the most up-to-date and detailed election info, visit the Grant County Clerk's official website or the Arkansas Secretary of State’s election page.

Grant County, AR, has a relatively lower educational attainment compared to state and national averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau data, approximately 85.7% of residents aged 25 or older have at least a high school diploma or GED. This is slightly below the national average of 88% and marginally below the Arkansas state average of 86.6%.

Regarding higher education, about 15.8% of Grant County's population hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national figure of 33.1% and the Arkansas state average of 25.3%. These figures indicate that Grant County lags behind both state and national levels in terms of higher educational achievement. Overall, while a majority of its residents have completed high school, there is a significant gap in college-level education compared to broader averages.

As of the latest available data, Grant County, AR has an employment rate of approximately 55.9%, compared to the national average of around 60%. The top industries in Grant County are manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, and retail trade. Manufacturing employs about 21% of the workforce, healthcare and social assistance account for approximately 16%, and retail trade comprises around 13%.

Compared to state averages, the county's employment in manufacturing is higher, as the state average is closer to 15%. Healthcare and social assistance employment in Grant County is on par with the state average, while retail trade employment is slightly below the state average of about 14%.

Nationally, manufacturing employs roughly 8% of the workforce, healthcare and social assistance around 13%, and retail trade about 10%. Thus, Grant County has higher manufacturing employment and comparable healthcare and social assistance employment but exceeds national levels in retail trade.

Based on recent data, the average household income in Grant County, AR is approximately $56,000 annually. Comparatively, the national average household income stands at around $68,700, while the state average in Arkansas is close to $48,500.

Grant County's income level is above the state average but falls below the national average.

As of recent data, Grant County, Arkansas, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national and state averages. For every 1,000 residents, there were approximately 12.07 reported crimes. Specifically, violent crime was reported at 2.3 incidents per 1,000 residents, while property crime was at 9.77 incidents per 1,000 residents.

Crime Statistics Table for Grant County, AR

Violent crimes include incidents such as assault, robbery, rape, and murder. Property crimes encompass burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson. These statistics provide an overview, reflecting a relatively safe community overall.