Carter County

As of the 2020 Census, Carter County, KY, had a population of 25,930. The racial makeup was predominantly White at 97.4%, with small percentages of African American (0.4%), Native American (0.3%), Asian (0.3%), and individuals of two or more races (1.3%). Hispanic or Latino of any race constituted 0.7%. The median household income was approximately $37,000, and about 21.2% of the population lived below the poverty line. The county's median age was 41.2 years.

As of the latest data, Carter County, KY has a median home value of approximately $82,000. The homeownership rate stands at around 74%. The median monthly housing cost for homeowners with a mortgage is about $996, while for those without a mortgage, it's approximately $322. The average rent is around $600 per month. The housing market has seen modest appreciation rates, with a 2-3% increase annually. The county's housing inventory primarily consists of single-family homes, with limited availability of multi-family units and apartments.

Carter County, KY, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal offices. The county has approximately 27,000 residents, with about 18,000 registered voters. Elections typically feature races for positions such as County Judge-Executive, County Clerk, Sheriff, and Magistrates across multiple districts.

In the 2022 general election:

• County Judge-Executive race featured incumbent Mike Malone (Republican) and challenger George Wilburn (Democrat).
• County Clerk race had candidates Cindy Hardwick (Republican) and Becky Miller (Democrat).
• Sheriff's race included Patrick Flannery (Republican) and Greg Estep (Democrat).

Voter turnout in Carter County generally ranges between 40-60%. The 2022 election saw about 8,500 ballots cast, highlighting competitive local political engagement.

As of the most recent data, Carter County, KY, exhibits lower educational attainment levels compared to state and national averages. Approximately 79.3% of adults (ages 25+) in Carter County have achieved at least a high school diploma, while the state average for Kentucky is around 85.7%, and the national average stands at 88%. When it comes to higher education, only about 13.3% of Carter County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, in comparison to 24.2% for Kentucky and 32.1% nationally. These figures indicate that Carter County falls behind both state and national averages in terms of educational attainment, highlighting a potential area for targeted educational improvement initiatives.

As of the latest available data, Carter County, KY, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 51.6%, which is lower than both the national average of about 63% and Kentucky's state average of around 60.3%. The unemployment rate in Carter County stands at approximately 5.3%, higher than the national average of around 3.7% and the state average of 4.1%.

The top industries in Carter County, KY, include:

1. Manufacturing: Employing around 13% of the workforce, higher than the national average of 8.5%.
2. Health Care and Social Assistance: Employs about 12%, which is slightly lower than the national average (13.5%).
3. Retail Trade: Employs 11%, comparable to the national average of 10.5%.
4. Education Services: Employs around 9%, close to the national average (8%).

These values and industries signify a reliance on manufacturing and health care sectors compared to broader national patterns.

As of the latest reports, Carter County, KY has a median household income of approximately $37,914. This is significantly lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,703, and the Kentucky state median household income, which stands at about $52,295.

The figures highlight the economic disparities between Carter County and broader national and state averages, where Carter County's median household income is approximately 45% lower than the national average and 27% lower than the state average.

As of the latest available data, Carter County, KY has a crime rate of approximately 12.35 per 1,000 residents annually. This is lower than the national average, indicating a relatively safe community.

This data reflects the general safety of Carter County, showing lower incidents of violent and property crimes compared to national figures. For more precise and up-to-date statistics, consulting local law enforcement or official crime data sources is recommended.