Bradford County

As of the latest census, Bradford County, FL has a population of approximately 28,303. The racial composition is predominantly White (77.4%), followed by Black or African American (20.3%), and small percentages of other groups. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up about 5.7% of the population. The median household income is estimated at $47,289, and around 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The population density is around 77.2 people per square mile.

Sources are based on the most recent available data and may vary with new census results.

Bradford County, FL has a median home value of approximately $135,000. The median rent is around $750 per month. The homeownership rate in the county stands at roughly 76%, and the vacancy rate is about 13%. Most homes are single-family residences, with an average household size of 2.5 people. Recent years have seen a modest annual appreciation rate of about 3%. Housing inventory typically includes a mix of old and new constructions, with a range of prices suitable for various income levels.

As of the latest available data, Bradford County, FL, participates in federal, state, and local elections. The county has approximately 20,000 registered voters. Key positions typically on the ballot include Sheriff, County Commissioners, School Board Members, and other local offices, in addition to state and national representatives.

For the 2022 election cycle, major local races included:

• County Commission Seats, with candidates like Daniel Riddick and Brandi Thompson.
• School Board Elections, featuring candidates such as Sheila Cummings and Lance Wiggins.
• Sheriff Gordon Smith was also up for re-election.

In state elections, Bradford County falls within Florida's 3rd Congressional District, represented by Kat Cammack (R) as of the latest term. For the Florida Legislature, it is part of Senate District 5 and House District 19.

Always refer to the Bradford County Supervisor of Elections website for the most current information.

As of the latest data, in Bradford County, FL, approximately 85.4% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, which lags behind the national average of 88.5% and Florida's state average of 89.3%. Additionally, only about 13.6% of the county's residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of 33.1% and the state's average of 29.9%. This indicates that Bradford County has lower educational attainment levels compared to both the national and state averages, reflecting challenges in higher educational achievement within the community.

As of the latest available data, Bradford County, FL, has a labor force participation rate of around 53.5%, lower than both the national average of approximately 61.7% and the Florida state average of 59.1%. The unemployment rate in Bradford County is approximately 4.2%, close to the national average of 4.0% and slightly higher than Florida's average of 3.3%.

Top industries in Bradford County include:

1. Public Administration: ~17% of employment, significantly higher than the national average.
2. Education Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance: ~15%.
3. Retail Trade: ~12%.
4. Construction and Manufacturing: ~10% combined.

Compared to broader averages, heavy reliance on public administration and a modest presence in retail and health care distinguish Bradford County's employment landscape, reflecting the localized economic dependencies.

As of recent data, Bradford County, FL, has an average household income of approximately $46,000. This is significantly lower compared to the national average household income of around $68,700. Statewide, Florida has an average household income of approximately $57,700.

Overall, Bradford County's income levels are below both the state and national averages, highlighting potential economic challenges within the county.

As of the most recent data in 2023, Bradford County, FL had a total crime rate of approximately 3,200 incidents per 100,000 residents. Violent crime rate stood at about 420 incidents per 100,000 residents, while property crime rate was around 2,780 incidents per 100,000 residents. Here is a table summarizing the crime statistics:

These values are indicative and should be referenced against official sources for the most current statistics.