Christian County

Christian County, IL, has a population of approximately 34,032 people. The racial composition is predominantly White (95.7%), with small percentages of Black or African American (1.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%), and other races. The median household income is about $47,000, and 14.3% of the population lives below the poverty line. The median age is around 42.5 years. The total area of the county is roughly 716 square miles.

Christian County, IL, has a median home value of approximately $85,000. Homeownership rate is about 77.5%. Rental units constitute around 22.5% of housing. Average monthly rent is roughly $650. Housing units total near 15,000. Vacancy rate stands at 11.8%. Median household income is about $50,000. The county's population is roughly 34,000. Home appreciation over the last 10 years is nearly 2.4%. Covers towns like Taylorville, Pana, and Assumption.

Christian County, Illinois, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal positions. The county has a voter population of approximately 17,000. In recent elections, key races included the positions of County Sheriff, County Clerk, and members of the County Board.

For the 2022 general election:

• Sheriff: Bruce Kettelkamp (Republican) ran unopposed.
• County Clerk: Jacque Willison (Republican) faced Justin Childress (Democrat).
• County Board: Multiple districts were contested, such as District 1 with candidates Vicki McMahon (Republican) vs. Beverly Graham (Democrat).

County voter turnout typically ranges between 55-65% in general elections. The upcoming 2024 election will similarly see various local offices up for grabs, with expected strong participation given the presidential election coinciding.

For specific candidate details and numerical results, residents are encouraged to consult the Christian County Clerk’s official website or local election offices.

As of the most recent data, Christian County, IL has a high school graduation rate of approximately 88%, which is slightly lower than the national average of around 90% and the Illinois state average of about 89%. About 16% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of around 33% and the state average of approximately 32%. The lower percentage of higher education degrees suggests that Christian County may have fewer residents pursuing or completing post-secondary education compared to broader state and national trends.

As of the most recent data, Christian County, IL has an unemployment rate of about 5.6%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% and the Illinois state average of 4.8%. The county's labor force totals around 15,000 people.

Top industries in Christian County include:

• Agriculture: A significant sector due to the county's rural nature, employing around 20% of the workforce.
• Manufacturing: Contributing to approximately 16% of employment.
• Healthcare and Social Assistance: Making up about 14% of jobs.
• Retail Trade: Comprising roughly 12% of employment.
• Educational Services: Accounting for about 10% of the workforce.

Comparatively, at the state level, the leading industries are professional and business services, manufacturing, and educational services. Nationally, sectors like healthcare, retail, and professional services dominate the employment landscape. Christian County exhibits a higher reliance on agriculture and manufacturing relative to both state and national patterns.

As of the latest available data, the average income in Christian County, IL stands at approximately $48,000 per year. This is below both the national and state averages. Nationally, the average income is around $63,000 annually, while in Illinois, the average income is approximately $68,400 per year.

Christian County's average income is about 23.8% lower than the national average and 29.8% lower than the state average.

Christian County, Illinois, has a crime rate reflective of many small to mid-sized rural counties. The latest available data indicates the following crime statistics per 100,000 residents:

Please note these values are approximate and sourced from recent aggregated data. For more precise and current statistics, refer to local law enforcement or the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program.