Woodford County

As of the recent census, Woodford County, IL, has a population of around 38,000 people. The racial makeup is approximately 98% White, 1% African American, and 1% other races. The median household income stands at about $80,000, with a poverty rate around 5%. The age distribution includes 24% under 18, 58% aged 18-64, and 18% aged 65 and over. The county spans 543 square miles with a population density of about 70 people per square mile.

As of 2023, Woodford County, IL has a median home value of approximately $185,000. The housing market experienced a 3.1% growth over the past year. Around 77% of the population are homeowners. The average property tax rate is 2.25% of the assessed home value. There are roughly 15,000 housing units, with a vacancy rate of 8%. Median rent for a single-family home is about $1,100 per month. Foreclosure rate stands at 1.2%.

As of the latest information available in October 2023, Woodford County, Illinois, organizes elections for a variety of positions including county officials, state representatives, and national offices. In recent county elections, seats up for grabs typically include those for the County Board, Sheriff, Clerk, and Treasurer, among others.

For the 2022 General Election, Woodford County had a voter turnout of approximately 58.3% of its 25,720 registered voters. Key local candidates included Republican Matt Smith for County Sheriff and incumbent County Clerk Julie Melvin. At the state level, voters chose between Republican Darren Bailey and Democrat J.B. Pritzker for Governor.

Please refer to the Woodford County Clerk's website for the most current information, complete candidate lists, and detailed election results.

Woodford County, IL, showcases strong educational metrics. About 92.3% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, which surpasses the national average of 88.0%. Moreover, approximately 31.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of around 33.1%. Within Illinois, the average high school graduation rate is 89.1%, and about 34.7% of residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher. Woodford County's education levels are competitive, indicating a well-educated populace, with high school graduation rates exceeding both national and state averages, although the percentage with bachelor’s degrees is slightly below state levels.

Sources:

• U.S. Census Bureau (data updated periodically)
• Illinois State Board of Education

As of the latest data available, employment in Woodford County, IL, includes various sectors. The major industries and their employment percentages are:

1. Manufacturing: 27%
2. Educational Services, Health Care, and Social Assistance: 20%
3. Retail Trade: 11%

In comparison to national and Illinois averages, the manufacturing sector is notably higher in Woodford County. Nationally, approximately 8.5% of the workforce is in manufacturing, while Illinois has around 10.8%. The Educational Services, Health Care, and Social Assistance sector's share in Woodford County is similar to both national (23%) and state (24%).

Retail Trade employment is slightly below the national average of 11.8% but aligns closely with the state average of around 10.9%.

For more precise numeric values like total employment figures and additional data, referring to the latest reports from sources such as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or local economic development agencies would be useful.

As of 2021, Woodford County, IL has a median household income of approximately $77,000. In comparison, the median household income for Illinois is around $68,428, and the national median is approximately $67,521. This indicates that Woodford County's median household income is higher than both the state and national averages.

Woodford County residents tend to have a higher income level than the average Illinoisan and the typical American, suggesting a relatively affluent local economy.

As of the latest available data, Woodford County, IL, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the total crime rate was approximately 812 incidents per 100,000 residents.

Here is a breakdown of crime statistics for Woodford County:

Note: These figures are approximations and may vary with newer data. Always refer to official sources for the most current statistics.