Kit Carson County

As of the 2020 Census, Kit Carson County, CO, had a population of 7,087. The racial composition was approximately 84.1% White, 2.4% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 10.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race made up about 15.6% of the population. The county covered an area of around 2,162 square miles, with a population density of roughly 3.3 people per square mile. The median household income was $47,450, and about 11.9% of residents were below the poverty line.

Kit Carson County, CO, has a median home value of approximately $160,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $700 per month. The homeownership rate is about 69%, with a vacancy rate near 15%. Approximately 62% of the housing units are single-family homes. The county has a mix of newer and older homes, with around 30% of housing units built before 1940. Housing affordability is generally favorable compared to state and national averages.

As of the latest data available for Kit Carson County, Colorado, here are some key election details:

In the 2020 Presidential Election:

• Total Votes Cast: Approximately 3,050
• Votes for Donald Trump (Republican): ~79% (2,410 votes)
• Votes for Joe Biden (Democrat): ~19% (580 votes)

County Commissioner Election (2020):

• District 1: Stan Hitchcock (Republican) ran unopposed.
• District 3: Corey Borg (Republican) ran unopposed.

Other positions and ballot issues vary by election cycle. For the most recent updates, including upcoming candidates and specific ballot measures, refer to the Kit Carson County Clerk & Recorder's Office or their official website.

For state and national elections, consult the Colorado Secretary of State's office for comprehensive and updated information.

As of the latest data, 88.1% of Kit Carson County residents have a high school diploma or higher, which is slightly below the national average of 91%. Regarding higher education, around 19.6% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and the Colorado state average of 43.3%. The educational attainment in Kit Carson County shows a lower rate of higher education compared to both the national and state averages, indicating a potential focus on high school completion but a gap in advanced degree attainment.

Kit Carson County, Colorado has a labor force participation rate of around 64%. As of recent data, the unemployment rate stands at approximately 3.2%, which is lower than both the national average of about 4.8% and the Colorado state average of 5.4%.

Top industries in Kit Carson County include agriculture, healthcare, education, retail trade, and manufacturing. Agriculture notably employs around 30% of the workforce, reflecting the county's rural makeup, which contrasts with the national average where agriculture employs less than 2% of the workforce. Healthcare and social assistance employ about 15%, in line with national trends but slightly lower than the state average in this sector.

For comparison, healthcare and social assistance represent around 13.5% of employment nationally and 12% for Colorado. Retail trade makes up about 10% of the workforce, compared to 11% nationally and 11.5% in Colorado. Manufacturing employs roughly 7%, similar to national averages but lower than the state’s 8.3%.

As of the latest available data, Kit Carson County, Colorado, has a median household income of approximately $49,500. Comparatively, the median household income for the state of Colorado is about $75,200, and the national median is around $68,700. This shows that Kit Carson County's income levels are significantly lower than both the state and national averages.

Income Statistics Table

As of the most recent data available, Kit Carson County, CO, exhibits relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. In 2021, the county reported a total of 120 crimes. Breaking this down:

Crime Statistics Table for Kit Carson County, CO (2021)

The violent crime rate stands at approximately 1.5 per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate is about 5.5 per 1,000 residents.