Barren County

As of the 2020 census, Barren County, Kentucky, has a population of 44,485. The racial composition is predominantly White at 91.5%, followed by Black or African American at 3.7%, and Hispanic or Latino at 2.6%. The remaining 2.2% includes Asian, Native American, and other races. The median household income is around $42,000, and approximately 18% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county seat is Glasgow, which is noted for its rich cultural heritage and annual festivals.

As of 2023, Barren County, KY, has a median home value of approximately $130,000. Rental rates average around $700 per month. Homeownership stands at 69%, while the remaining 31% rent. The county has around 17,000 housing units, with an average occupancy rate of 90%. The housing market has seen a 5% annual appreciation. The average household size is 2.5 people. Around 60% of homes are single-family units, with a median build year of 1980. The vacancy rate hovers around 10%, reflecting a moderately active real estate market.

For the most current election information for Barren County, KY, visit the Barren County Clerk's official website or contact their office. Elections include local, state, and federal races.

Local elections might feature candidates for positions such as County Judge-Executive, Sheriff, County Clerk, and various magistrates. State elections include races for State Representative and State Senator. Federal elections cover Congressional seats and Presidential elections.

Specific numerical values and candidates' names vary per election cycle. For example, in a recent local election, John Smith (incumbent) might have received 2,500 votes to Jane Doe's 2,300 votes for County Judge-Executive.

For accurate and updated details, including specific candidates and vote counts, always refer directly to official election resources or the Barren County Clerk's office.

Barren County, KY, has varying educational attainment levels. According to the latest available data:

• Approximately 83.1% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher.
• Around 16.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

In comparison to Kentucky state averages:

• Kentucky has about 87.2% of residents with a high school diploma or higher.
• About 24.2% of Kentucky residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

National averages indicate:

• Around 88.5% of U.S. residents have completed high school or more.
• About 33.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Thus, Barren County falls below both the state and national averages in educational attainment. The county's high school graduation rate is slightly below the state and national levels, while the percentage of those with bachelor’s degrees is notably lower.

As of the latest data, Barren County, KY, has a civilian labor force of approximately 19,200 individuals, with an unemployment rate of around 4.3%, slightly above the national average of 3.7% but close to the Kentucky state average of 4.1%.

Top industries in Barren County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and educational services. Manufacturing accounts for about 24% of employment, significantly higher than the national average of around 8.5%. Healthcare and social assistance employ approximately 15% of the workforce, close to the national average of 14%. Retail trade represents 12%, similar to the national figure of 11%. Educational services employ about 9%, under the national average of roughly 10%.

These figures indicate a strong industrial base in Barren County, with a higher reliance on manufacturing compared to both state and national levels.

As of the most recent data, Barren County, Kentucky, has an average household income of approximately $47,500. In comparison, the average household income for the state of Kentucky is around $55,000, while the national average stands at roughly $68,700. This data highlights that Barren County's income levels are below both the state and national averages.

Barren County's average income is about 13.6% lower than the Kentucky state average and about 30.9% lower than the national average.

As of the latest available data, Barren County, KY, has a crime rate of approximately 20.92 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. This figure reflects both violent and property crimes.

Barren County Crime Statistics

• Violent Crimes include:

  • Homicide: 2
  • Rape: 15
  • Robbery: 8
  • Aggravated Assault: 35

• Property Crimes include:

  • Burglary: 98
  • Larceny-Theft: 256
  • Motor Vehicle Theft: 64

These statistics are subject to change and should be verified with additional sources for the most current data.