Santa Rosa County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Santa Rosa County, FL has a population of approximately 184,313. The racial composition is 83.6% White, 6.6% Hispanic or Latino, 5.4% African American, 2.5% two or more races, 1.7% Asian, 0.7% Native American, and 0.1% Pacific Islander. The median household income is around $73,864, and 8.4% of the population lives below the poverty line. The median age is 39.4 years. Homeownership rate stands at 78.2%.

Santa Rosa County, FL has a median home value of approximately $265,000. The housing market has seen a 9.8% appreciation over the last year. The median rent is around $1,525 per month. Homeownership rate in the county stands at about 75%. Housing units total approximately 66,000, with a vacancy rate of around 11%. The average property tax rate is roughly 0.74%.

Santa Rosa County, FL, located in the panhandle, participates in local, state, and federal elections. Key positions up for election can include County Commissioners, School Board Members, and various constitutional officers.

In the most recent 2022 election cycle:

• Total registered voters: Approximately 140,000
• Voter turnout: around 60%

Key races included:

1. County Commission (Districts 2 and 4)
   • Winners: Bob Cole (District 2), Ray Eddington (District 4)
2. School Board (Districts 1, 3, and 5)
   • Winners: Linda Sanborn (District 1), Carol Boston (District 3), Wei Ueberschaer (District 5)

Santa Rosa County generally leans conservative, with high Republican registration and support. Detailed information, including upcoming elections and candidate filings, can be found through the Santa Rosa County Supervisor of Elections office.

Santa Rosa County, FL, displays a relatively high level of educational attainment. According to recent data:

• 91.4% of adults aged 25 and older have earned a high school diploma or higher. This is slightly above the national average of about 88% and closely aligned with the Florida state average of approximately 90%.
• About 29.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of around 33% and the state average of about 30%.

These figures indicate that educational attainment in Santa Rosa County is competitive with both state and national levels, slightly exceeding high school graduation rates but modestly trailing in higher education degrees.

As of recent data, Santa Rosa County in Florida has an unemployment rate of approximately 2.8%, which is below both the state average of 3.2% and the national average of 3.7%. The total labor force in the county is about 88,000.

Key industries in Santa Rosa County include:

• Government (24.5% of employment),
• Retail Trade (13.5%),
• Health Care and Social Assistance (13.3%),
• Construction (8.5%),
• Accommodation and Food Services (7.9%).

Compared to national averages, Santa Rosa County has a higher percentage of employment in government and construction, but lower employment in industries such as professional, scientific, and technical services. Florida's industry distribution is generally similar to the county, though tourism (Accommodation and Food Services) tends to be stronger statewide.

These figures suggest a robust employment landscape in Santa Rosa County with particular strengths in specific sectors like government and retail.

As of the latest data available, the median household income in Santa Rosa County, FL is approximately $66,000. This figure is higher than the national median household income, which stands at around $68,700, but it is slightly below the Florida state median of approximately $59,227. Here's a summary table for better comparison:

Overall, Santa Rosa County enjoys a relatively healthy median household income, surpassing the state average but falling short of the national average.

As of 2021, Santa Rosa County, FL, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. The violent crime rate is approximately 1.82 per 1,000 residents, while property crimes are about 12.69 per 1,000 residents.

These values are based on reported incidents and may vary annually.