Flagler County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Flagler County, Florida, has a population of approximately 115,378. The racial composition is 79% White, 14% Black or African American, 10.7% Hispanic or Latino, 3% Asian, and 3.1% identifying with two or more races. The median age is around 51.5 years. The county has 51,970 households with an average household size of 2.36. The median household income is about $57,312.

As of 2023, Flagler County, FL has a median home value of approximately $300,000. The median rent is around $1,800 per month. The area has seen a 12% increase in home values over the past year. The housing market is moderately competitive, with homes typically selling within 60 days. The homeowner vacancy rate is about 2%, while the rental vacancy rate stands at approximately 6%. About 75% of residents own their homes, and 25% rent.

Flagler County, FL, holds local, state, and federal elections in alignment with the general U.S. electoral calendar. As of the most recent update, the county has approximately 80,000 registered voters. Key positions in local races often include county commissioners, school board members, and sheriff.

In the 2022 general election, for instance, two county commissioner seats were contested. District 2 saw incumbents and new candidates vying for the seat, such as incumbent Greg Hansen and challenger Jane Gentile-Youd. The school board election included races for three seats, featuring candidates like Jill Woolbright for District 1 and Sally Hunt for District 4.

For up-to-date information, candidate lists, and numerical data, voters can visit the Flagler County Supervisor of Elections website or contact their office directly.

Flagler County, FL has a high school graduation rate of 88.9%, slightly above Florida's state average of 87.3%. For higher education, about 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 32.1% and Florida’s state average of 29.2%. The county's high school education attainment aligns closely with general trends, but the rates of tertiary education trail behind. These figures highlight that while Flagler County maintains a solid foundation in basic education, there is room for growth in higher education attainment compared to broader state and national standards.

As of the most recent data, Flagler County, FL, has an employment rate of approximately 95%, with an unemployment rate around 5%. Total employment stands at about 45,000 people. The top industries in the county are healthcare and social assistance (19%), retail trade (16%), and accommodation and food services (10%).

Comparatively, nationally, the top industries are healthcare and social assistance (15%), retail trade (14%), and professional, scientific, and technical services (9%). For Florida, leading sectors include healthcare and social assistance (15%), retail trade (14%), and accommodation and food services (12%).

Flagler County has a higher concentration of employment in healthcare and social assistance and retail trade compared to national averages. The concentration in accommodation and food services is slightly below the state average but above the national average. The data reflects a local economy that heavily relies on service-oriented industries.

According to recent data, the average household income in Flagler County, FL is approximately $59,000. In comparison, the national average household income is around $68,700, and the state of Florida's average is about $57,700. This makes Flagler County slightly below the national average but above the state average.

Flagler County's income levels reflect the broader economic trends within the state, though they remain below national standards.

As of the most recent data available, Flagler County, FL, has a mixed crime profile. The overall crime rate in Flagler County is around 21.6 per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crime constitutes a small portion, with approximately 2.8 per 1,000 residents. Property crimes are more prevalent, occurring at a rate of 18.8 per 1,000 residents.

These numbers are indicative of a relatively moderate crime rate, with a higher prevalence of property crimes compared to violent crimes.