Green County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Green County, KY has a population of approximately 10,371 people. The racial makeup is predominantly White (93.8%), followed by African American (3.5%), and smaller percentages of other races. The median household income is around $33,750, with 17.7% of residents living below the poverty line. The median age in the county is 44.3 years.

As of the latest data, Green County, KY, has a population of approximately 11,000. The median home value is around $90,000, and the median rent is about $550 per month. Homeownership rates stand at roughly 75%, with approximately 25% of residents renting. The housing market has seen modest annual appreciation rates of 2-3%. There are around 5,000 housing units in the county, with a vacancy rate near 10%. The average household size is 2.5 persons.

As of the most recent data for Green County, KY elections, a variety of local positions were up for vote. Key races included county judge-executive, sheriff, and various magistrate seats. Numerical values such as voter turnout, percentage breakdowns, and vote counts can fluctuate with each election cycle, but historically, voter turnout in local elections in Green County can range from 30% to 60% of registered voters.

Notable candidates in recent elections included John Frank for county judge-executive, who ran against incumbent Terry L. Wilkerson. For the sheriff's position, Joe Smith and Daniel Foster were the main contenders. Detailed results and further candidate lists are typically provided by the Green County Clerk's Office post-election. Keep an eye on local news outlets and the County Clerk's website for the most current updates and specific numerical results for each candidate.

Green County, KY, exhibits varying levels of educational attainment. Approximately 76.1% of residents have at least a high school diploma, which is lower than both the national average of around 88% and the Kentucky state average of about 85.7%. Those holding a bachelor's degree or higher represent about 13.5% of the population, which is also below the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 24.2%. The lower educational attainment in Green County suggests local challenges in education that are more pronounced compared to broader state and national levels.

As of the latest available data, Green County, KY, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 54.7%, slightly below the national average of around 61.7% and the Kentucky state average of around 57.1%. The unemployment rate in Green County stands at about 4.2%, compared to the national rate of approximately 3.8% and Kentucky's rate of around 4.3%.

Top industries in Green County include manufacturing (about 29% of employment), educational services, healthcare and social assistance (approximately 20%), and agriculture. Nationally, the leading sectors are healthcare (about 14%), retail (roughly 11%), and professional services (approximately 13%). In Kentucky, prominent industries also include manufacturing (around 13%) and educational services (approximately 9%).

Green County's strong reliance on manufacturing contrasts with the more diverse industrial distribution seen at the state and national levels.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Green County, KY is approximately $47,000. In comparison, the median household income for Kentucky is around $52,000, while the national median income stands at about $68,700. This places Green County below both the state and national averages in terms of income.

The economic landscape in Green County is less affluent than broader state and national levels, highlighting potential areas for local economic development and investment.

As of the latest available data, Green County, KY, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The violent crime rate is approximately 2.3 per 1,000 residents, while property crimes occur at a rate of about 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Below is a statistical table detailing specific types of crimes:

These numbers reflect the overall safety and community efforts in law enforcement in Green County, KY.