Seminole County

As of the latest data, Seminole County, FL has a population of approximately 470,856 people. The racial composition is around 72.6% White, 12.2% Black or African American, 4.3% Asian, 0.5% Native American, and 3.3% from two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race comprise about 20.8% of the population. The median household income is roughly $63,760, and the poverty rate stands at 10.5%. The county spans 345 square miles with a population density of about 1,367 people per square mile.

As of 2023, Seminole County, FL has a median home value of approximately $350,000. The median household income stands at around $70,000. Property values have increased by about 18% over the past year. The county's average rental price for a two-bedroom apartment is about $1,500 per month. Homeownership rate is around 66%. The market is moderately competitive, with homes typically receiving multiple offers and selling within 30 days.

As of the latest general elections in Seminole County, Florida, held on November 8, 2022, the key races and candidates were:

1. U.S. House of Representatives (7th District):

   • Cory Mills (Republican): 58.52% - 179,848 votes
   • Karen Green (Democrat): 41.48% - 127,628 votes

2. Florida State Senate (9th District):

   • Jason Brodeur (Republican): 52.26% - Won
   • Karen Bergin (Democrat): 47.74%

3. Florida House of Representatives:

   • District 30: Joy Goff-Marcil (D) vs. Doug Bankson (R)
   • District 36: Rachel Plakon (R) vs. Deborah Poulalion (D)

4. Seminole County Commission:

   • District 2: Dan Carrico vs. Jay Zembower (Incumbent)

5. School Board:

   • District 2: Sean Cooper vs. Kristine Kraus (Incumbent)

Seminole County, FL, boasts a highly educated population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2020):

• 94.6% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma, surpassing the national average of 88.5%.
• 36.7% have a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.1% and Florida's state average of 29.9%.
• The county's high school graduation rate is about 93%, also higher than the national average of approximately 88%.

These figures indicate that Seminole County is more educated than both the national and state averages, particularly in terms of higher education attainment.

As of the latest data, Seminole County, FL, has an unemployment rate of approximately 3.1%, aligning closely with the national rate of around 3.5%. The county's workforce primarily engages in the following top industries:

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance
2. Retail Trade
3. Educational Services
4. Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
5. Accommodation and Food Services

The median household income in Seminole County stands at about $67,000, above the national median of $68,700 but higher than the Florida state median of $59,000.

Employment in healthcare and social assistance in Seminole County is notably strong, reflecting both national and state-level trends but with higher representation locally. Retail trade and educational services also closely follow state and national patterns. Professional services jobs are more concentrated here compared to the national average, indicating a specialized workforce.

As of the latest available data, Seminole County, FL has an average household income of approximately $80,000. This is higher than both the state and national averages. For comparison, the average household income in Florida is around $60,000, while the national average is approximately $68,700. Below is a table summarizing the data:

Seminole County's income is notably higher than both the state and national averages, reflecting a relatively affluent community.

As of the most recent available data, Seminole County, Florida, has a crime rate of approximately 1,700 crimes per 100,000 people annually. This rate is below the national average.

Here is a brief statistics table for specific crime types in Seminole County:

These figures highlight that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Seminole County. Accurate as per recent reporting, these values provide a snapshot of current crime trends.