Anderson County

Anderson County, KY has a population of approximately 23,000 people. The racial composition is primarily White (around 95%), with African Americans making up about 2%, and other races including Asians and Hispanics comprising the remaining 3%. The median household income is roughly $58,000, and about 10% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county's age distribution includes 25% under 18, 60% between 18-64, and 15% aged 65 and older.

As of the latest data, Anderson County, KY has a median home value of approximately $175,000. The median household income is around $55,000. About 73% of the population are homeowners, while 27% are renters. The median monthly rent is roughly $800. The area has experienced moderate growth, with a 3-5% annual increase in home values over the past few years. The county offers a blend of rural charm and suburban convenience, attracting families and retirees alike.

As of the most recent updates, Anderson County, KY holds elections for various positions including County Judge-Executive, Sheriff, County Clerk, and Magistrates, among others. Data changes with each election cycle, so here are the latest available details:

For the 2022 General Election:

• County Judge-Executive: Orbrey Gritton (Republican, incumbent) faced John Wayne Conway (Democrat).
• Sheriff: Joe Milam (Republican, incumbent), unopposed.
• County Clerk: Jason Denny (Republican, incumbent), unopposed.
• Magistrates: Multiple districts with both Republican and Democratic candidates.

Voter turnout in Anderson County typically ranges between 45-55% in general elections. These positions are critical for local governance and community issues. For the most current data, always refer to the Anderson County Clerk’s Office or the Kentucky State Board of Elections.

As of the latest data, Anderson County, KY has a high school graduation rate of approximately 91%, higher than the national average of around 88% and closely mirroring the state average of 90%. About 18% of Anderson County residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 33% and the state average of 24%. This suggests that while high school education is relatively robust in Anderson County, post-secondary educational attainment is below both state and national levels.

Anderson County, KY, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 62.7%, with an unemployment rate around 4.1%, as of 2022. The top industries in Anderson County include manufacturing (21.9%), retail trade (13.6%), and educational services, health care, and social assistance (20.1%).

Comparatively, nationally, the labor force participation rate is about 61.6% with an unemployment rate of around 6%. The top industries in the U.S. are healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and professional and business services.

In Kentucky, the labor force participation rate is approximately 59%, with an unemployment rate of about 4.4%. Key industries statewide are manufacturing, healthcare, and retail trade. Anderson County's industrial distribution is fairly consistent with both state and national patterns, though it has a slightly higher proportion in manufacturing.

As of the latest statistics, Anderson County, KY, has a median household income of approximately $61,845. In comparison, the median household income for the state of Kentucky is around $52,295, and the national median is approximately $68,703. This places Anderson County above the state average but below the national average.

This data highlights that Anderson County has a more favorable economic position relative to the overall state of Kentucky but still lags behind the national average.

Sure, here is the crime rate information for Anderson County, KY as of the most recent data:

Crime Statistics for Anderson County, KY (per 1,000 residents):

Anderson County has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The most common crimes are property-related, with larceny-theft being the highest at 5.8 per 1,000 residents. Violent crimes are rare, occurring at a rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents.