Macoupin County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Macoupin County, Illinois, has a population of approximately 44,967 people. The racial composition is 95.9% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 2% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is approximately $53,767, and about 12.1% of the population lives below the poverty line. Age distribution is 21.1% under 18, 58.4% aged 18-64, and 20.5% aged 65 and older. The county covers an area of 868 square miles.

As of the latest data, Macoupin County, IL, has a median home value of approximately $99,700. The median household income is around $53,000. About 74% of residents own their homes, while 26% rent. The average rent for an apartment is roughly $700 per month. The county has seen a modest 1-2% annual increase in home values over recent years. Property taxes average about 1.87% of home value annually. The housing market remains relatively stable with opportunities for affordable family homes.

As of the most recent election cycle in 2022, Macoupin County, IL, has several key positions and offices at stake. The county covers a mix of local and broader state offices. Here’s a brief overview:

County Races:

• County Clerk: Pete Duncan, unopposed
• Sheriff: Republican Shawn Kahl (incumbent) vs. Democrat Joshua Harbert

State Representation:

• Illinois State Senate District 48: Doris Turner (D, incumbent) vs. Sandy Hamilton (R)
• Illinois State House District 95: Tim Butler (R, incumbent) vs. Kevin Ohrt (D)

Federal Representation:

• U.S. House District 13: Nikki Budzinski (D) vs. Regan Deering (R)

Voter participation trends typically hover around 65-70% during major election cycles. Detailed results and more localized races can be found on the official Macoupin County election website or through the Illinois State Board of Elections.

As of recent data, Macoupin County, Illinois demonstrates the following educational attainment statistics among residents aged 25 and over: approximately 88.5% have completed high school, compared to the national average of around 87.7% and the Illinois state average of 89.6%. Furthermore, around 17.5% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is below the national average of about 33.1% and the Illinois state average of 33.4%. Overall, while high school completion rates in Macoupin County are comparable to national and state levels, the percentage of residents with higher educational degrees is significantly lower than both state and national averages.

As of recent statistics, Macoupin County, Illinois has a labor force of approximately 22,000 individuals with an unemployment rate around 4.5%, which aligns closely with the national average of 4.6% but is slightly higher than Illinois' state average of 4.3%.

The top industries in Macoupin County include:

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance: Employs around 3,000 people.
2. Retail Trade: Employs approximately 2,500 people.
3. Manufacturing: Employs about 2,200 people.
4. Educational Services: Employs nearly 2,000 people.

In comparison, nationally, the top industries are typically diverse but include healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Illinois follows a similar pattern, with healthcare, professional services, and manufacturing leading the employment sectors. While Macoupin County follows these trends, it has a stronger employment concentration in manufacturing relative to other sectors compared to the state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Macoupin County, IL is approximately $62,000. This value is lower compared to the state average for Illinois, which stands at around $79,000, and the national average, which is about $70,000.

These figures highlight that Macoupin County's average income is below both the state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, Macoupin County, IL, generally experiences lower crime rates compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in Macoupin County stands at approximately 13.4 per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crime rates are particularly low, at around 1.2 per 1,000 residents, while property crimes occur at a rate of 12.2 per 1,000 residents.

Violent crimes include offenses such as assault, robbery, and murder. Property crimes encompass burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These rates underline the relative safety of Macoupin County compared to many other regions.