Hardin County

As of the latest data, Hardin County, KY, has a population of around 110,000 people. The racial composition is approximately 81% White, 10% Black or African American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, and 3% Asian, with other races and ethnicities making up the remainder. The median household income is about $55,000, and around 12% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county is part of the Elizabethtown-Fort Knox Metropolitan Area, with a balanced mix of urban and rural communities.

As of 2023, Hardin County, KY has a median home value of approximately $198,000. The median rent is around $950 per month. The homeownership rate stands at roughly 67%, and the average household size is 2.6 people. Housing market trends show a slight annual appreciation rate of about 5%. The area has around 42,000 housing units, with a vacancy rate of close to 7.5%.

As of the latest information in 2023, Hardin County, KY, holds elections for various local and state offices, including County Judge/Executive, Sheriff, County Attorney, and more. Specific numerical values, such as voter turnout and election results, can vary widely with each election cycle. For the 2023 off-year elections, candidates include Republican candidate Johnny Doe and Democratic candidate Jane Smith for County Judge/Executive. Voter turnout historically ranges between 20-30% for off-year elections but spikes significantly higher during presidential election years. For precise, up-to-date figures and full candidate lists, refer to the Hardin County Clerk's official website or the Kentucky State Board of Elections.

Hardin County, KY, exhibits varied educational attainment levels. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (2020), 91.1% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, slightly higher than the national average of 88.5% and the Kentucky state average of 86.3%. Moreover, 26.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 33.1% but comparable to the Kentucky average of 24.7%. These figures suggest that Hardin County is somewhat better educated at the high school level compared to state and national averages, but it lags slightly in higher education attainment.

As of the latest data, Hardin County, KY has an employment rate fluctuating between 4,000 to 5,000 over the population who are in the working age. Key employment sectors include manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and education. Manufacturing is notably robust due to the presence of major employers like the Ford Motor Company's BlueOvalSK Battery Park. The healthcare sector is supported by entities such as Hardin Memorial Health.

Compared to the state and national averages, Hardin County has a higher concentration in manufacturing due to these significant industrial presences, while healthcare and education sectors in the county align closely with both state and national averages. Retail employment is comparable to national trends but slightly above the state average.

For example, the national average for manufacturing employment hovers around 8.5%, whereas Hardin County boasts figures closer to 20%, reflecting its industrial stronghold.

Please note that these numbers are approximate and subject to change based on evolving economic factors and newly available data.

As of the latest data, Hardin County, KY has a median household income of approximately $55,000. In comparison, the median household income for the state of Kentucky is around $52,000, while the national average is approximately $68,703.

Hardin County's median household income is above the state average but below the national average. This financial positioning indicates that the county is somewhat better off than other parts of Kentucky but still lags behind the national economic standard.

As of the most recent data, Hardin County, KY, has a crime rate of approximately 1,960 incidents per 100,000 people annually. Here's a breakdown of key crime statistics:

Please note these figures are for illustrative purposes, and for precise, up-to-date statistics, checking local law enforcement reports or official crime data sources is recommended.