Allen County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Allen County, KY, has a population of approximately 21,588 residents. The racial composition is about 94.3% White, 2.5% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $41,000, and about 18.4% of the population lives below the poverty line. The age distribution includes 22.4% under 18, 59.6% aged 18-64, and 18.0% aged 65 and older.

As of 2023, Allen County, KY, has a median home value of approximately $150,000. The area features a mix of single-family homes, mobile homes, and rental properties. The average monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment is around $700. Homeownership rate stands at about 76%, and the vacancy rate is around 12%. Housing costs are relatively affordable compared to national averages, making it an attractive location for families and retirees.

Allen County, KY, holds various local, state, and national elections. For the most recent election data, here is a brief overview:

1. Voter Turnout: Approximately 12,000 registered voters.
2. 2022 Midterm Election Results:
   • U.S. Senate:
     • Republican: Rand Paul (62% of votes)
     • Democrat: Charles Booker (38% of votes)
   • U.S. House, District 1:
     • Republican: James Comer (73% of votes)
     • Democrat: Jimmy Ausbrooks (27% of votes)
3. Local Races:
   • County Judge-Executive:
     • Incumbent Republican: Dennis Harper
     • Challenger Independent: John Smith
   • Sheriff:
     • Republican: Jeff Cooke
     • Democrat: Russell Smith

Always check the Allen County Clerk's Office or the Kentucky State Board of Elections for the most current and detailed information.

As of the latest available data, Allen County, KY, reflects modest educational attainment levels. Approximately 82% of the county's residents have completed high school, which is lower than the national average of 88% and the Kentucky state average of about 85%. When it comes to higher education, around 14% of Allen County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This figure lags behind the national average of approximately 33% and the state average of around 24%. The lower educational attainment in Allen County can influence various socio-economic factors, including employment opportunities and income levels, compared to more highly educated regions.

As of the most recent data, Allen County, KY, has an employment rate of approximately 54.5%. The top industries include manufacturing, retail trade, healthcare, and social assistance. Specifically, manufacturing employs about 23.1% of the county’s workforce, retail trade 12.4%, and healthcare and social assistance 11.4%.

When compared to national averages, where manufacturing employs about 8.5%, retail trade 10.9%, and healthcare and social assistance 12.1%, Allen County has a significantly higher proportion of its workforce in manufacturing. Kentucky's state averages show manufacturing employing around 13.4%, retail trade 11.3%, and healthcare and social assistance 13.9%.

In summary, Allen County has a high concentration of employment in manufacturing relative to both the state and national averages, with retail and healthcare sectors showing more modest variations.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Allen County, KY, is approximately $45,000. This is lower than both the national median household income, which stands at about $70,000, and the Kentucky state median household income, around $55,000.

Income Comparison Table

Allen County's income levels highlight the economic challenges faced by its residents compared to broader state and national figures.

As of the latest data, Allen County, KY reports a crime rate of approximately 16.2 per 1,000 residents annually, which is lower than the national average. The county has a relatively low violent crime rate but a slightly higher rate of property crimes. Below is a table summarizing various types of crimes:

These figures reflect that Allen County is generally a safe community with crime rates below the national average in most categories.