Pulaski County

Pulaski County, IN, has a population of approximately 12,000 people. The racial makeup is predominantly White (97%), with small percentages of other races including African American (1%), Asian (0.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (2%). The median age is around 42 years. Household size averages at 2.5 individuals, and median household income is approximately $46,000. About 15% of the population lives below the poverty line.

(Note: These values are rough estimates and may change over time.)

As of the latest available data, Pulaski County, IN has a median home value of approximately $100,000. The homeownership rate is around 80%, with an average household size of 2.5 people. The median monthly rent is approximately $650. The housing market is quite stable, with low vacancy rates. Overall, Pulaski County offers affordable housing options in a predominantly rural setting.

Pulaski County, IN elections are overseen by the Pulaski County Election Board. As of the last update, key positions up for election typically include county officials, state representatives, and federal positions. For local offices, candidates often include:

• County Commissioners: 3 positions, staggered terms
• County Council: 7 members (4 from districts, 3 at-large)
• Sheriff: 1 position
• Clerk of the Circuit Court: 1 position
• Auditor, Treasurer, Coroner, Surveyor: 1 position each

Specific candidates vary by election cycle. Recent elections featured candidates such as Maurice Loehmer (R) for Commissioner and Tim Fox (R) for Sheriff. Turnout in recent elections has typically ranged from 50-70% for general elections. For detailed and up-to-date candidate lists, visit the Pulaski County official website or contact the Election Board directly.

As of the latest data, Pulaski County, IN has a high school graduation rate of approximately 87.5%, which is slightly above the state average of 87.2% but below the national average of 88%. About 14% of Pulaski County residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is significantly lower than both the Indiana state average of 26.5% and the national average of around 33%. This indicates that while high school completion is relatively strong in the county, higher education attainment lags behind both state and national levels.

As of the latest data, Pulaski County, Indiana, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 60%. The unemployment rate is around 3.5%, slightly below the national average of 3.7% and the Indiana state average of 3.6%. The top industries in Pulaski County include manufacturing (25%), agriculture (20%), retail trade (10%), healthcare and social assistance (15%), and educational services (10%). Manufacturing and agriculture are notably higher in Pulaski County compared to national averages, where manufacturing is about 8.5% and agriculture is around 1.5%. The county’s reliance on these sectors reflects its rural and industrial character, contrasting with more diversified economies at the state and national levels.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Pulaski County, Indiana, is approximately $52,000. This figure is lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and the Indiana state median household income, which is approximately $57,600.

These figures highlight that Pulaski County's median household income is below both the state and national averages. This disparity underscores the economic challenges faced by residents in this area compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest available data in 2023, Pulaski County, Indiana, experiences relatively low crime rates compared to state and national averages. The crime rate is calculated per 1,000 residents.

Crime Rate Statistics (per 1,000 residents)

Summary

Pulaski County's low violent crime rate (2.1/1,000) and moderate property crime rate (16.3/1,000) reflect a generally safe community. Specific crime types like burglary (4.0) and larceny-theft (10.2) are the most frequent, while violent crimes like assault (1.0) and rape (0.8) occur less often