Kenton County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Kenton County, KY, has a population of approximately 169,064. The racial composition is 87.6% White, 6.6% Black or African American, 2.8% Asian, 2.7% Two or More Races, and 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $63,000, and about 13% of residents live below the poverty line. The county's population has a near-equal gender distribution and a median age of 36 years. Educational attainment shows that around 89% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, and 27% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data in 2023, Kenton County, KY has a median home value of approximately $160,000. The median rent is around $900 per month. Homeownership rate is roughly 61%, while the average household size is 2.5 persons. The housing market has seen a modest annual appreciation rate of about 4%. The vacancy rate stands close to 8%, indicating a reasonably balanced market for buyers and renters.

Kenton County, KY, holds various elections including federal, state, and local levels. Key offices typically feature:

1. Federal Elections:

   • U.S. House of Representatives (District 4)
     • Incumbent: Thomas Massie (R)
     • Challenger: Matthew Lehman (D)

2. State Elections:

   • State Senate District 23
     • Candidates: Chris McDaniel (R, Incumbent), Ryan Neaves (D)
   • State House Districts 63, 65, 67
     • Notable candidates include: Kimberly Moser (R, Incumbent District 63), Chris Fugate (D, District 65)

3. County Elections:

   • Judge/Executive:
     • Candidates: Kris Knochelmann (R, Incumbent), Beth Sewell (D)
   • County Commissioners:
     • 3 districts, each elects one commissioner
     • Candidates vary by district.

4. Judicial Elections:

   • Various positions including Circuit and District Court Judges.

Numbers and candidates may change; consult the Kenton County Board of Elections or the KY Secretary of State’s Office for updated,

As of the most recent data, Kenton County, KY has a relatively well-educated population compared to state and national averages. About 88.9% of residents aged 25 and older have completed high school or higher, which is close to the national average of around 88.5%. However, when it comes to higher education, around 30.5% of Kenton County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is slightly below the national average of approximately 33.1% but above the Kentucky state average of about 25.6%. The emphasis on education in Kenton County demonstrates solid attainment at basic education levels and a robust push towards higher education, reflecting positively in the local workforce's capability.

As of the latest data, Kenton County, KY, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 65%. The unemployment rate is around 3.8%, which is below the national average of about 4.1% and close to the Kentucky state average of 4%.

Top industries in Kenton County include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, manufacturing, education services, and accommodation and food services. Healthcare and social assistance account for about 15% of the employment, retail trade 13%, and manufacturing 12%.

Comparatively, the national averages show healthcare and social assistance at approximately 14%, retail trade at 11%, and manufacturing at 8%. State averages for Kentucky show healthcare and social assistance at 13%, retail trade at 12%, and manufacturing at 12%.

Overall, Kenton County has a slightly higher employment concentration in healthcare and manufacturing compared to both national and state averages.

As of the most recent data, Kenton County, KY, has a median household income of approximately $61,632. This figure is slightly higher than the Kentucky state average but lower than the national average. Specifically, the median household income for Kentucky is about $52,295, while the national median stands at $68,703.

This comparison indicates that Kenton County enjoys a higher median income compared to the state average but lags behind the national figure. The relatively higher income in Kenton County could be attributed to its proximity to major employment hubs in Northern Kentucky and nearby Cincinnati, Ohio.

As of 2022, Kenton County, KY, has varied crime rates similar to typical urban and suburban regions.

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The overall crime rate is a combination of these, resulting in an average slightly higher than the national average, but efforts from local law enforcement aim to curb this trend. Always refer to the latest local government or law enforcement data for the most current statistics.