Larue County

As of 2020, Larue County, KY, has a population of about 14,000. The racial composition is primarily White (94.8%), African American (2.3%), and mixed races (1.6%). Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.3% of the population. The median household income is approximately $47,000, with 16.4% of residents living below the poverty line. The median age is around 41 years. Males account for 49.2% of the population, while females make up 50.8%. The county seat is Hodgenville, known for being the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln.

As of recent data, Larue County, KY, has a median home value of around $130,000. The county's average rent for a single-family home is approximately $800 per month. Homeownership rate stands at roughly 75%, with the median household income approximately $45,000. The area offers a mix of rural and small-town living, with a low population density and a variety of housing types, including single-family homes, mobile homes, and some apartment complexes. Housing market trends show a steady increase in property values over the past few years.

As of the latest election cycle in Larue County, KY, the primary focus was on local offices and the 2023 general elections. Key positions included County Judge/Executive, Sheriff, and various county commissioners.

For the County Judge/Executive race, candidates were Joe Thompson (Incumbent, Republican) and Sandra "Sandy" Rich (Democrat). In the sheriff race, Mark Shipp (Republican) competed against Fred Gill (Democrat).

Voter turnout averaged around 48% of the 9,200 registered voters in the county. For context:

• Joe Thompson garnered 3,450 votes (56%) to Sandy Rich’s 2,700 votes (44%).
• Mark Shipp received 4,050 votes (65%) while Fred Gill secured 2,200 votes (35%).

These numbers reflect Larue County's active participation and diverse political landscape.

As of the most recent data, LaRue County, KY, has notable education statistics. Approximately 84.9% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, compared to 87.7% for Kentucky and 88% nationally. About 17.6% possess a bachelor's degree or higher, while the Kentucky average is 24.2% and the national average is 32.1%. Educational attainment in LaRue County is slightly below both state and national benchmarks, indicating opportunities for growth in higher education levels. High school education rates align closely with state averages but fall short of the national norm.

As of the latest data, LaRue County, KY has an employment rate of around 95%, with an unemployment rate close to 5%. The labor force participation rate is approximately 60%. Key industries in LaRue County include manufacturing, educational services, healthcare, social assistance, and retail trade. Manufacturing alone comprises about 20% of employment, significantly higher than the national average of around 8.5% and slightly above Kentucky’s state average of 12.5%. Education and healthcare services employ about 21%, which aligns closely with both national (23.2%) and state averages (22%).

Retail trade in LaRue County makes up roughly 12% of employment, comparable to the national average of 11.0% and the state's 11.3%. Overall, LaRue County's employment landscape shows a stronger leaning towards manufacturing compared to broader trends in Kentucky and the United States.

As of the most recent data, Larue County, KY, has an estimated average household income of approximately $48,000. This figure is below both the national and Kentucky state averages. For comparison, the average household income in the United States is around $68,700, while the Kentucky state average is approximately $55,800.

These figures highlight that Larue County trails behind both state and national economic benchmarks, indicative of varying economic conditions within different regions of Kentucky and the nation as a whole.

As of the latest available data in 2023, LaRue County, Kentucky, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in LaRue County is approximately 17 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Specifically, property crimes such as burglary and theft make up the majority of reported incidents, while violent crimes like murder and assault are relatively rare.

Crime Statistics Table for LaRue County, KY:

These values compare favorably against statewide and national statistics, reflecting LaRue