Crawford County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Crawford County, Illinois, had a population of approximately 18,679. The racial composition was 93.2% White, 4.2% Black or African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% Native American, with 1.6% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino origin accounted for 2.1% of the population. The median age was 41.2 years. The county's household median income was around $49,968, and the poverty rate was 14.4%.

Crawford County, IL has a median home value of approximately $72,700. The homeownership rate is around 71.5%, with an average of 2.4 persons per household. Rental rates average $500 per month. The county has a total housing unit count of roughly 8,000, with a vacancy rate of about 10.5%. The median household income stands at $47,393.

In the November 2022 elections in Crawford County, Illinois, several key races were contested. Republican Darren Bailey ran for Governor, receiving 72.3% of the county vote, while Democrat J.B. Pritzker received 25.2%. For U.S. Senate, Republican Kathy Salvi garnered 72.2%, and Democrat Tammy Duckworth obtained 25.3%. In the race for Attorney General, Republican Thomas DeVore received 71.1%, and Democrat Kwame Raoul had 26.7%. For U.S. Congress (12th District), Republican Mike Bost earned 74.4%, and Democrat Homer Markel had 25.6%. Local races included positions for County Clerk, Sheriff, and various other administrative roles, with Republicans generally performing strongly across the board. These figures reflect Crawford County's voting patterns, with a significant lean towards Republican candidates in recent years.

Crawford County, IL, has educational attainment figures that provide insight into the county's education levels. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 85% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma or equivalent, compared to the national average of about 88% and the Illinois state average of 90%. Only around 16% of Crawford County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of about 34% and the Illinois average of 34%. These figures indicate that while a majority of residents have completed high school, the county lags behind both state and national averages in higher education attainment.

Crawford County, Illinois, has an employment landscape primarily driven by manufacturing, healthcare, and retail trade. As of the latest data:

• Manufacturing is the dominant industry, employing about 30% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5% and the Illinois state average of 9.7%.
• Healthcare and Social Assistance follows, engaging roughly 18% of local workers, which is near the national average of 14.9% and the state average of 14.2%.
• Retail Trade accounts for approximately 12% of employment, closely matching the national average of 11.5% and Illinois’s 11.6%.

Overall, Crawford County's economy is more reliant on manufacturing compared to the broader state and national figures, indicating a specialized local job market.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Crawford County, Illinois, is approximately $55,000 per year. This is lower than both the national average and the state average. Nationally, the average household income hovers around $68,700, while in Illinois, it's approximately $69,200.

Here is a comparison in a statistical table:

Crawford County's income is about 20% lower than the national average and roughly 21% lower than the state average. This reflects the economic disparities often seen between rural areas and more urbanized parts of the state and country.

As of the most recent data available, Crawford County, Illinois, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in Crawford County is approximately 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Here's a breakdown of different types of crimes reported:

These figures are derived from local law enforcement agency reports and reflect the efforts to maintain public safety within the community. It is advisable to consult local sources or law enforcement for the most accurate and up-to-date information.