Knox County

As of the latest data in 2021, Knox County, Indiana, has a population of approximately 36,895. The racial composition is predominantly White (94.2%), followed by African American (3.2%), and smaller percentages of Asian (0.5%), Native American (0.3%), and other races. The Hispanic or Latino population is about 2.3%. The median household income is around $47,000, with 14.5% of the population living below the poverty line. The county has a balanced age distribution, with 15.8% aged 65 and over, and 20.3% under 18.

As of the latest data, Knox County, IN has a median home value of approximately $78,500. The county has a homeownership rate of about 71.8%. The median rent is around $653 per month. About 13.4% of housing units are vacant. There are approximately 16,000 housing units in the county, with around 70% being single-family homes. The median household income is roughly $45,894, and around 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

As of the most recent election cycle in Knox County, Indiana:

• U.S. Representative (Ind. 8th District): Incumbent Republican Larry Bucshon, and Democratic challenger Ray McCormick.
• Indiana State Senate (District 48): Republican Mark Messmer and Democrat Todd Connor.
• Indiana House of Representatives (District 45): Incumbent Republican Bruce Borders and Democrat Jeff Gormong.

Local races include positions for County Commissioner and County Council seats. Voter turnout in Knox County typically ranges between 55%-65% during presidential elections and 35%-45% during mid-term elections.

For the latest detailed figures, candidates, and updates, visit the Knox County Election Office’s official website or consult local news sources.

Knox County, IN, has an education profile indicating moderate educational attainment levels. As of recent data, 87.1% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of around 88.5% and the Indiana state average of 88.3%. About 14.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 32.1% and the Indiana average of 26.9%. The county struggles to keep pace with broader educational trends, reflecting a need for enhanced educational opportunities and resources to increase higher education attainment.

As of 2021, Knox County, IN had an estimated labor force of around 16,000 individuals. The unemployment rate was approximately 3.6%, close to the state average of 3.1%, and lower than the national average of around 6.0%.

Top industries in Knox County include healthcare, manufacturing, retail trade, and education. Healthcare is a significant sector, with Good Samaritan Hospital being a major employer. Manufacturing is also prominent, with industries like automotive and metal fabrication. Retail trade and education round out the major employment sectors, bolstered by retail centers and Vincennes University respectively.

Comparatively, Knox County has a stronger emphasis on healthcare and manufacturing than the national average. Nationally, sectors like technology and finance play larger roles, whereas, in Indiana, manufacturing and healthcare are also dominant but with a slightly higher representation of agriculture and logistics.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Knox County, Indiana is approximately $48,000. This figure is below both the national and state averages. The national median household income is around $68,700, while the state of Indiana's median household income is about $57,600.

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Knox County's median income is thus significantly lower than both the national and state medians, indicating potential economic disparities within the region.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, latest available data.

As of the latest available data, Knox County, Indiana, experiences various levels of criminal activity. For the year 2022, the county recorded an overall crime rate of 42.7 per 1,000 residents. The violent crime rate was 4.0 per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate stood at 38.7 per 1,000 residents.

These values provide an insight into the frequency and types of crimes occurring in Knox County, IN.