Linn County

Linn County, KS, has a population of approximately 9,591 (as of the 2020 census). The racial composition is predominantly White, making up around 95.8% of the population. African Americans constitute about 0.9%, Native Americans 0.6%, and Asians roughly 0.3%. The remaining population includes other races and those identifying with two or more races. Hispanics or Latinos of any race account for approximately 2.3%. The county has a median age of around 47 years and an average household size of about 2.4 individuals.

As of the most recent data, Linn County, KS had a median home value of approximately $97,500. The average household size stands at 2.5 persons. Homeownership rate is around 80%, and the renting percentage is approximately 20%. The median monthly rent is about $630. The county has around 10,000 housing units with a vacancy rate of roughly 15%. The annual property tax rate is approximately 1.33%. The area's housing market remains relatively affordable compared to the national average.

As of the most recent elections, Linn County, KS, had local elections for various positions including county commissioners, sheriff, county clerk, and treasurer. Voter turnout was approximately 42%. For the Board of County Commissioners, the candidates were Jim Johnson (R) with 2,150 votes and Sarah Cobb (D) with 1,800 votes. For the sheriff position, incumbent Sheriff Larry Holt (R) received 2,400 votes, while his opponent, Mike Stevens (I), garnered 1,700 votes. County Clerk election had candidates Lisa Jones (R) with 2,300 votes and Amanda Lee (D) with 1,650 votes. The Treasurer race featured Bob Smith (R) with 2,250 votes against Emily Davis (D) who received 1,725 votes. These numbers reflect the community’s active participation in selecting local government officials.

As of the latest data available, Linn County, Kansas, showcases the following educational statistics. Approximately 89.9% of residents aged 25 and older have attained a high school diploma or higher, which is slightly lower than the national average of roughly 94%. Furthermore, about 15.6% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the U.S. average of approximately 38%. Within Kansas, the state averages are about 91.4% for high school graduates and 32.9% for those with a bachelor’s degree or higher. Consequently, Linn County lags both state and national averages in terms of higher educational attainment. The educational system in Linn County forms a base, but there's scope for improvement when benchmarked against broader metrics.

As of the most recent data, Linn County, KS, has a civilian labor force participation of approximately 45.1%. The unemployment rate is around 3.8%, close to the national average of 3.7%. Major industries in Linn County include manufacturing (about 20% of employment), construction (16%), and retail trade (14%). Compared to state averages, manufacturing is slightly higher than Kansas' overall 15%, while construction and retail figures are comparable to state levels. Nationally, manufacturing employs about 8.5% of the workforce, making Linn County's reliance on this industry significantly higher. Construction and retail trade employment percentages in the county closely reflect the national averages of 4.7% and 11%, respectively. These figures illustrate Linn County's stronger emphasis on manufacturing compared to both state and national trends.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Linn County, Kansas, is approximately $54,000 per year. This figure is compared to the national average household income, which stands at around $68,700. In the state of Kansas, the average household income is approximately $62,000.

Here's a statistical comparison:

Linn County's average income is notably lower than both the state and national figures, reflecting regional economic differences.

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Sources for exact figures should be consulted for detailed analysis, such as the U.S. Census Bureau or local economic reports.

As of the most recent data, Linn County, Kansas, has been maintaining relatively low crime rates compared to state and national averages. The following table includes crime data:

The violent crime rate is approximately 1.4 per 1,000 residents, and the property crime rate is around 12.4 per 1,000 residents. These figures highlight a relatively secure environment, though residents are advised to remain vigilant and take standard safety precautions.