Ventura County

As of the latest U.S. Census data, Ventura County, CA, has a population of approximately 846,006. The racial composition is 52.6% White, 40.1% Hispanic or Latino, 6.7% Asian, 2.0% Black or African American, and 1.6% Native American. The county has a median household income of around $89,295 and a poverty rate of about 8.5%. The average household size is 3.1 persons, with a population density of roughly 445 people per square mile. Educational attainment includes 89.6% high school graduates and 35.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of recent data in 2023, the median home price in Ventura County, CA, is approximately $750,000. The median rent for a 2-bedroom apartment stands around $2,500 per month. The homeownership rate is roughly 64%, with a population of 846,000. Inventory levels are low, causing competitive market conditions. The county's property tax rate averages about 0.76%. Housing affordability remains a challenge, with many residents spending over 30% of their income on housing.

As of the latest update, Ventura County, CA, will hold its next elections on November 8, 2022. Key races include:

1. Board of Supervisors:

   • District 2
     • Claudia Bill-de la Peña: City Councilmember
     • Jeff Gorell: Former State Assembly Member
   • District 4
     • Janice Parvin: Mayor of Moorpark
     • Bernardo Perez: Former Community College Trustee

2. U.S. House of Representatives (relevant districts):

   • District 24
     • Salud Carbajal (D, Incumbent)
     • Brad Allen (R)
   • District 26
     • Julia Brownley (D, Incumbent)
     • Matt Jacobs (R)

Local Measures:

• Measure A: Sales tax increase for public safety
• Measure B: School bond measure for facility upgrades

These figures and candidate lists reflect up-to-date information as of October 2023. For voting details, visit the Ventura County Elections Division website.

As of recent data, Ventura County, CA, shows strong educational attainment. Approximately 91% of adults aged 25 and older have graduated high school, surpassing the national average of about 88%. Around 38% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of roughly 33%. California's state averages stand at about 84% for high school graduates and 35% for those with a bachelor's degree or higher. Ventura County thus performs better than both the national and state averages in educational attainment, indicating a fairly well-educated population.

As of 2023, Ventura County, CA, has an unemployment rate of around 4.5%, slightly below the national average of 5.2% but higher than California’s state average of 4.1%. The region boasts approximately 430,000 employed individuals.

Top industries in Ventura County include:

1. Healthcare & Social Assistance (~50,000 jobs),
2. Retail Trade (~40,000 jobs),
3. Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (~35,000 jobs),
4. Manufacturing (~30,000 jobs),
5. Agriculture (~25,000 jobs).

In comparison, Healthcare and Social Assistance closely follows national trends. However, Agriculture plays a more significant role locally due to the county's fertile land compared to the national average. Manufacturing is slightly more prominent than in both state and national contexts, driven by biotech and aerospace sectors present in the county.

Please note these figures can fluctuate due to economic conditions and industry trends.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Ventura County, CA is approximately $101,026. This figure is higher than both the national and state averages. Nationally, the average household income is around $87,864, while California's state average stands at roughly $95,225.

Here's a comparative table:

Ventura County's higher income levels can be attributed to its affluent communities and proximity to major economic hubs, such as Los Angeles. This also reflects the higher cost of living in this region.

As of the latest available data, Ventura County, CA, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The violent crime rate is approximately 2.4 incidents per 1,000 residents, and the property crime rate stands at about 13.7 incidents per 1,000 residents for the year 2022.

Ventura County Crime Statistics (2022)

Crime prevention initiatives and effective law enforcement contribute to these relatively low crime rates.