Walker County

As of the recent census, Walker County, GA, has a population of approximately 68,000 residents. The racial composition is about 94% White, 3% African American, 1% Native American, and 1% Asian, with a 3% Hispanic or Latino origin. The median age is 42 years. The median household income stands around $47,500, with about 15% of the population living below the poverty line. The county spans 447 square miles, offering a mix of urban and rural settings.

Walker County, GA's median home value is roughly $150,000. The year-over-year appreciation rate stands at around 9%. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $700 per month. Homeownership rate in the county is about 73%. Housing units in Walker County total nearly 30,000, with a vacancy rate around 10%. The average household size is about 2.6 persons.

Walker County, GA held local elections for various positions. Key races included:

1. County Commissioner

   • Incumbent: Shannon Whitfield
   • Challenger: Robert Blakemore

2. Board of Education (District 2)

   • Candidates: Eugene Pittman, Susie Winters

3. Sheriff

   • Incumbent: Steve Wilson
   • Challenger: John Merchant

Election participation rates typically vary but often see a turnout of around 50-60% in midterms and slightly lower in local-only election years. Results and numbers can be accessed via the official Walker County elections website or the Georgia Secretary of State’s portal for precise voter turnout and candidate vote counts.

Walker County, GA, has a lower educational attainment compared to state and national averages. Approximately 82.6% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of about 88.0% and Georgia's average of 87.2%. In terms of higher education, 15.1% of Walker County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, trailing behind the national average of approximately 33.1% and Georgia's average of 31.3%. This data indicates that Walker County lags somewhat behind in educational attainment when compared with broader benchmarks.

As of the most recent data available, Walker County, Georgia's employment figures reflect a diverse economic base. The county has an employment rate of approximately 60%, which is slightly lower than both the national average of around 61% and the state average for Georgia of about 62%.

Top industries in Walker County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and education. Manufacturing employs a significant portion of the workforce, accounting for roughly 20%, compared to the national average of 8.5%. Healthcare and social assistance employ about 14%, retail trade approximately 13%, and education around 10% of the workforce.

In comparison, at the state level, the top industries in Georgia include professional, scientific, and technical services, which employ about 13% of the population, and retail trade at 11%, showing a more diversified industrial base at the state level compared to Walker County.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Walker County, GA, is approximately $43,200 per year. In comparison, the median household income in the state of Georgia is about $61,980, while the national median stands at approximately $68,700. This places Walker County below both the state and national averages.

Here's a brief statistics table for clarity:

This disparity indicates that Walker County's median income is roughly 30% lower than the state average and about 37% lower than the national average.

As of the most recent data available, Walker County, GA, has a mixed crime rate profile. Here's an overview:

• Violent Crime Rate: 3.6 per 1,000 residents
• Property Crime Rate: 24.1 per 1,000 residents

Crime Statistics Table

While violent crime rates are below the national average, property crimes, particularly theft, contribute significantly to the overall crime rate in Walker County. Efforts to improve community safety are ongoing.

Note: Data is subject to change; consult local law enforcement for the most current statistics.