Montgomery County

As of the 2020 Census, Montgomery County, IN, has a population of approximately 37,936. The racial composition is predominantly White (94.2%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (3.2%), and smaller percentages of African American (0.7%), Asian (0.6%), and other races. The median household income is around $53,085, with 12.2% of the population living below the poverty line. The county has a median age of 40.3 years.

As of recent data, Montgomery County, IN has a median home value of approximately $140,000. The median rent is around $800 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 75%. Housing units total around 16,000, with a vacancy rate close to 10%. The average household size is 2.5 persons. Approximately 60% of houses are single-family detached homes. New construction and permits reflect modest growth, consistent with rural county trends. Housing market remains stable, with moderate appreciation rates over recent years.

As of the latest available information in 2022, Montgomery County, Indiana's general elections included a range of offices and candidates:

1. County Commissioner District 1:

   • John Frey (Republican) - 6,789 votes

2. County Council At-Large:

   • David Rhoads (Republican) - 5,930 votes
   • Mark Davidson (Republican) - 5,792 votes
   • Aaron Morgan (Republican) - 5,706 votes

3. Sheriff:

   • Ryan Needham (Republican) - 7,420 votes

4. State Representative District 41:

   • Tim Brown (Republican) - 14,870 votes

5. U.S. Representative District 4:

   • Jim Baird (Republican) - 158,950 votes
   • Roger D. Day (Democrat) - 76,614 votes

Voter turnout in Montgomery County was approximately 51% of registered voters. Information is subject to change with new elections. Visit the Montgomery County Clerk's Office or their website for the latest details.

As of the latest data, Montgomery County, IN has certain educational attainment levels that can be compared to state and national averages.

• High school diploma or higher: Approximately 88.5% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma. This is slightly below the national average of 90% but comparable to Indiana's state average of around 88%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher: About 18% of the county's residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below both the national average of around 33% and the Indiana state average of about 26%.

In summary, Montgomery County, IN, while close to the state average for high school education, lags behind both state and national averages when it comes to higher education levels.

As of the most recent data, Montgomery County, IN, has an employment figure of approximately 18,000 workers. The county's key industries include manufacturing, healthcare, and retail trade. Manufacturing is a significant sector, employing around 27% of the workforce, compared to the national average of about 8.5% and Indiana's average of 17.7%. Healthcare and social assistance account for roughly 14% of employment in the county, similar to the state average of 14.5% but lower than the national level of about 16%. Retail trade employs about 11% of the workforce, which is comparable to both state (11.3%) and national (10.5%) averages. This data provides a snapshot indicating that manufacturing plays a particularly strong role in Montgomery County relative to broader trends.

Based on recent data, the average household income in Montgomery County, IN, is approximately $55,000 annually. This is lower than both the national average and the Indiana state average. Nationwide, the average household income is about $68,700, while Indiana's state average hovers around $60,000. Here’s a statistical comparison for clarity:

Montgomery County's income is approximately 19% lower than the national average and 8% less than the state's average.

Montgomery County, IN, experiences relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. As of the most recent data, the county's overall crime rate is approximately 18.2 per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a table summarizing the various types of crimes:

These numbers reflect reported incidents and