Wakulla County

As of the latest data, Wakulla County, FL, has a population of approximately 34,300 people. The racial composition is around 84% White, 11% African American, 2% Two or More Races, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1% Asian, and 0.5% Native American. The median age is about 42 years. The median household income is around $55,000. Educationally, about 90% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, and roughly 25% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Wakulla County, FL has a median home price of approximately $240,000. The median rent is around $1,160 per month. The county features a homeownership rate of about 78%, with around 22% renting. The housing market has experienced a growth rate of about 7.1% over the past year. Housing inventory is relatively tight, with a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and some multi-family units.

Wakulla County, FL, typically conducts elections for various federal, state, and local offices. As of the most recent election data:

1. Voter Registration: Approximately 23,000 registered voters.
2. Turnout: Varies by election, around 70% in presidential years, 50-60% in midterms.

Recent Election (2022 Midterms):

• Governor: Ron DeSantis (R) vs. Charlie Crist (D).
• U.S. Senate: Marco Rubio (R) vs. Val Demings (D).
• U.S. House (Dist. 2): Neal Dunn (R) vs. Al Lawson (D).

Local Races:

• County Commission: Alan Brock, Quincee Messersmith.
• School Board: Amy Geiger, Duane Evans.

Voting Methods:

• Early Voting: 2 locations, up to 14 days before Election Day.
• Voting by Mail: Request by 10 days prior.
• Election Day: Multiple precincts.

For official and detailed information, visit the Wakulla County Supervisor of Elections website.

Wakulla County, FL, has educational attainment levels that can be contextualized through available data. Approximately 88.5% of residents over the age of 25 have completed high school, which is close to the national average of about 88.0%. When it comes to higher education, around 21.0% of these residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of about 33.1% and the Florida average of roughly 30.5%. These figures indicate that while high school completion rates are on par with national and state averages, Wakulla County lags in higher education attainment compared to broader metrics.

As of recent data, Wakulla County, FL has an employment rate of around 95%, translating to an unemployment rate of roughly 5%, slightly lower than the national average of 6% and Florida's average of 5.3%. The labor force is approximately 15,000 strong.

Top industries in Wakulla County include:

1. Government: 38%
2. Retail Trade: 12%
3. Health Care and Social Assistance: 10%
4. Construction: 9%
5. Accommodation and Food Services: 9%

When compared to national averages, Wakulla has a significantly higher percentage of employment in government-related jobs. Florida's employment distribution also heavily leans towards service-oriented industries like accommodation and food services, tourism, and health care, but Wakulla's reliance on government employment stands out.

As of the latest available data, Wakulla County, FL, had a median household income of approximately $56,000 per year. For comparison, the median household income in Florida was around $59,000, and the national median was about $68,700. This indicates that Wakulla County falls below both state and national averages.

Income Comparison Table

Wakulla County's income levels suggest a lower than average economic standing when compared to broader state and national figures.

As of the most recent data, Wakulla County, FL has a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. The total crime rate is about 1,300 per 100,000 people. Specifically, the violent crime rate stands at around 200 per 100,000 people, while the property crime rate is approximately 1,100 per 100,000 people.

Crime Statistics Table

Note: These figures are approximations based on the latest available data. Please check local sources or law enforcement agencies for the most current statistics.