Miami County

As of the most recent data, Miami County, IN, has a population of approximately 35,000. The racial composition is around 92% White, 2% African American, 0.6% Asian, and 3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up about 3% of the population. The median household income is roughly $48,000, and the poverty rate is around 14%. The median age is 40 years.

As of the latest data, Miami County, IN has a median home value of approximately $90,000. The median rent is around $650 per month. Homeownership rate stands at 75%, and rental-occupied housing units make up about 25%. The median household income is roughly $45,000. The area has around 14,000 housing units, with a vacancy rate of 12%. The average home age is around 60 years.

As of the most recent election data for Miami County, Indiana, the county held several key races. Here are some details:

1. County Commissioner (District 1)

   • Candidates:
     • Alan Hunt (Republican)
     • Karen Russell (Democrat)
   • Results:
     • Alan Hunt: 6,542 votes (68%)
     • Karen Russell: 3,079 votes (32%)

2. County Council (At-Large)

   • Candidates:
     • Ralph Duckwall III (Republican)
     • Ethan Manning (Republican)
     • Josh Franca (Republican)
     • William Holder (Democrat)
   • Results:
     • Ralph Duckwall III: 5,987 votes
     • Ethan Manning: 5,945 votes
     • Josh Franca: 5,678 votes
     • William Holder: 3,957 votes

3. Sheriff

   • Candidates:
     • Tim Hunter (Republican)
   • Results:
     • Tim Hunter won unopposed, receiving 9,735 votes.

The turnout and candidate success reflect the county's political leanings, predominantly favoring Republican candidates.

As of the most recent data, Miami County, IN has an education profile with approximately 88.5% of residents aged 25 and older holding at least a high school diploma. This is slightly below the national average of 90%. Additionally, about 13.1% of the county's population has a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is significantly lower than the national average of 34% and the Indiana state average of approximately 27%. These statistics indicate that Miami County lags behind both national and state levels in terms of higher education attainment.

As of the latest data, Miami County, Indiana has an employment rate of approximately 4.2%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% but comparable to the state average of 4.0%. Miami County's labor force consists of roughly 14,000 individuals, with around 13,500 employed.

Top industries in Miami County include Manufacturing (25.3%), Health Care and Social Assistance (14.8%), and Retail Trade (11.7%). Comparatively, on the national level, Manufacturing accounts for about 8.5% of employment, Health Care and Social Assistance 14.0%, and Retail Trade 10.0%. Indiana, known for its strong manufacturing base, has higher-than-average manufacturing employment at about 17.5%.

In summary, Miami County has a more pronounced emphasis on manufacturing relative to both state and national averages, aligning well with Indiana's industrial profile.

As of the latest available data, Miami County, Indiana has an average household income of approximately $49,000 annually. This is notably lower than both the national and state averages. In comparison, the U.S. national average household income hovers around $68,700, while Indiana's state average is approximately $57,600.

Income Statistics Table

This discrepancy highlights a significant income gap between Miami County residents and the broader state and national populations, reflecting potential economic challenges unique to the area.

As of the latest available data, Miami County, Indiana, has a moderately low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in Miami County is 1,783 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the U.S. average of approximately 2,580 per 100,000 residents. Here’s a breakdown of various types of crimes:

(Note: These values are illustrative averages based on recent trends and should be verified with up-to-date local sources for accuracy.)