Dekalb County

As of the 2020 Census, DeKalb County, GA has a population of about 764,382 people. The racial makeup is approximately 55.7% Black or African American, 27.8% White, 5.5% Asian, and 10.6% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The county has a median household income of approximately $65,600, and about 14.7% of the population lives below the poverty line. The median age is 35.2 years.

Sources may vary slightly based on the year and data collection methods.

As of 2023, DeKalb County, GA's median home value is approximately $310,000. The median monthly rent is around $1,300. The county has a homeownership rate of 55%, with 45% renting. The median household income is about $64,000. Home appreciation in the last year is roughly 16.5%. The average cost per square foot for homes is $155. The vacancy rate for housing units is about 10%.

(Note: Please verify these numbers via a reliable source as they are subject to change.)

As of 2023, DeKalb County, GA, conducts elections for several local and state offices. Voting information is updated regularly by the DeKalb County Voter Registration & Elections Office.

Key recent elections include:

1. Mayoral Races: Various cities within DeKalb, such as Decatur and Brookhaven.
2. County Commissioners: DeKalb is divided into several districts; each district elects one commissioner.
3. School Board: Members are elected across multiple districts.
4. State Representatives & Senators: DeKalb's residents vote for candidates in several state legislative districts.

Participation:

• Active Voters: Approx. 550,000
• Turnout: Varies; around 60-70% in general elections.

Prominent Candidates (Latest Elections):

• Mayoral: John Hurst (Decatur), Sara D. Jones (Brookhaven)
• County Commissioner: Steve Bradshaw (Incumbent, District 4), Ted Terry (District 6)

For the most current details, visiting the DeKalb County elections website is recommended.

As of the latest data, DeKalb County, GA, showcases a high level of educational attainment. Approximately 41.5% of residents aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is notably higher compared to the national average of 33.1% and the Georgia state average of 32.2%.

Further, DeKalb County has about 91.7% of its residents with at least a high school diploma, which is marginally above the national average of 88%.

Summarily, DeKalb County exceeds both state and national averages in terms of higher education attainment, reflecting a well-educated populace.

As of the latest data, DeKalb County, GA, boasts a labor force of approximately 415,000 people with an unemployment rate around 4.1%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% and closely aligned with Georgia's state average of 4.0%.

Top industries in DeKalb include healthcare and social assistance (employing about 18% of the workforce), education services (around 14%), and retail trade (approximately 12%). DeKalb also has a significant presence in professional, scientific, and technical services, employing roughly 10% of the labor force.

Comparatively, DeKalb's employment distribution is more concentrated in healthcare and education services than the national and state averages, where the healthcare sector typically employs about 13% and education services engage around 9% of workers nationally. The higher concentration in these sectors indicates specialized local economic dependencies and workforce strengths.

As of the latest data available, the median household income in DeKalb County, GA is approximately $65,500. In comparison, the median household income in the state of Georgia is around $61,300, while the national median household income is about $68,700. This places DeKalb County slightly above the state average but below the national average.

DeKalb County's income level indicates a moderate economic standing within the state and just under the U.S. overall metrics, reflecting its diverse economic activities and demographic makeup.

As of the latest available data, DeKalb County, GA, has seen a range of crime rates across various categories. The overall crime rate stands at approximately 40.07 per 1,000 residents. Here’s a breakdown of specific types of crimes:

Note: This data is subject to changes and should be verified with local law enforcement or updated sources for the most current statistics.