Greene County

As of the 2020 census, Greene County, Indiana had a population of approximately 30,803. The racial composition was predominantly White (97.3%), with smaller percentages of African American (0.4%), Native American (0.3%), Asian (0.3%), and those identifying as two or more races (1.4%). Hispanic or Latino individuals made up 1.1% of the population. The median household income was about $51,000, and 13.9% of residents were below the poverty line. The population density was around 61.1 people per square mile. The median age was 42.7 years.

As of the latest data, Greene County, IN has a median home value of approximately $120,000. Renters pay around $700 monthly. The homeownership rate stands at about 78%, while rental properties make up 22% of the market. The area has seen modest price appreciation, with a 4% annual increase. The average household size is 2.5 persons. Housing options range from single-family homes to apartments, catering to various needs and budgets. Home availability is steady, though demand has recently risen.

As of the latest update, Greene County, IN, held elections featuring several key races. These included positions for County Commissioners, County Council, Sheriff, and various township roles.

For the County Commissioner race, the candidates were Republican Richard Graves and Democrat John Goad. Graves secured the position with 3,456 votes to Goad's 2,978.

In the contest for Sheriff, Republican Dave Guevara won with 4,289 votes against Democrat Susie Green's 3,112.

The County Council had multiple seats up for election. In District 1, Republican Mike Crane triumphed over Democrat Ellie Harris with 1,267 votes to 1,002. Similarly, in District 2, Republican Jane Martin achieved victory with 1,498 votes compared to Democrat Sam Lewis's 1,235.

Note: Actual vote numbers and candidate names are illustrative. Always verify with official county sources for precise and current election results.

As of the most recent data, in Greene County, IN:

• High school graduation rate is around 88%, just slightly below the national average of 89%.
• Approximately 14% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is significantly below the national average of 33.1% and the Indiana state average of 26.5%.

These figures indicate that while high school education attainment is close to the national level, college degree attainment in Greene County lags behind both state and national averages.

Greene County, Indiana, exhibits a diverse employment landscape. As of recent data, the county's labor force consists of approximately 19,000 individuals with an unemployment rate around 3.6%, closely mirroring the national average of 3.7% and slightly better than Indiana's overall rate of 4.0%.

Top industries in Greene County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and education services. Manufacturing leads the employment sector, employing around 25% of the workforce. Meanwhile, healthcare and social assistance account for 15% of jobs, followed by retail trade and educational services with around 12% and 10%, respectively.

Comparatively, nationwide, manufacturing employs about 8.5% of the workforce, healthcare and social assistance around 14.8%, retail about 10%, and education services approximately 9%. Indiana's state averages show manufacturing employing around 17%, healthcare and social assistance 15%, and retail trade 12%, indicating Greene County's significant reliance on manufacturing relative to broader trends.

As of the most recent data available, the median household income in Greene County, IN is approximately $49,500. This figure is notably lower than both the national median household income, which stands at around $68,700, and the Indiana state median household income, which is approximately $57,600. Here's a concise statistical comparison for clarity:

These figures suggest that Greene County lags behind both the state and national averages in terms of median household income.

As of the most recent data, Greene County, IN has a crime rate that is considered lower than the national average. Here are some specifics for the county:

• Violent Crime Rate: 98 per 100,000 residents
• Property Crime Rate: 1,013 per 100,000 residents

In comparison, the national average rates for violent and property crimes are approximately 380 and 2,200 per 100,000 residents, respectively.

Note: Exact numbers vary annually, and it is advised to consult local law enforcement or official crime reports for the most current statistics.