Lewis County

As of the 2020 Census, Lewis County, KY has a population of approximately 13,080 people. The racial makeup is predominantly White (96.5%), with small percentages of African American (0.5%), Native American (0.3%), and Asian (0.3%). Hispanics or Latinos of any race make up 0.9% of the population. The median household income is around $32,500, with a poverty rate of approximately 27.1%. The county covers a total area of 495 square miles, with a population density of roughly 26.4 people per square mile.

As of 2023, Lewis County, KY, has a median home value of around $84,000. The county's homeownership rate stands at approximately 75%, with the median gross rent around $600 per month. Housing units tally about 5,200, and the vacancy rate is roughly 16%. The area features a mix of single-family homes, mobile homes, and rental properties.

As of the most recent election cycle in 2022, Lewis County, KY, had several key races. The voter turnout was 6,813 out of 10,200 registered voters, roughly equating to 66.8%.

For the U.S. Senate, Incumbent Rand Paul (R) received 4,502 votes (66.1%), while Charles Booker (D) garnered 2,311 votes (33.9%).

In the U.S. House (KY-4), Thomas Massie (R) won re-election with 5,145 votes (75.5%), compared to Matthew Lehman (D) who received 1,668 votes (24.5%).

Local elections included the Judge/Executive race, where incumbent Todd Ruckel (R) secured 4,056 votes (59.5%) against Paul Hayes (D) with 2,757 votes (40.5%).

These figures illustrate the political landscape in Lewis County, showing a strong leaning toward Republican candidates. Note, exact candidate lists can change with new elections.

Lewis County, KY, has a relatively low level of educational attainment compared to state and national averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 data:

• High School Graduation Rate: Approximately 77.4% of people aged 25 and over in Lewis County have at least a high school diploma. This is notably lower than the national average of about 88.5% and the Kentucky state average of around 86.3%.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: Only about 8.2% of residents aged 25 and over have a bachelor’s degree or higher. This is significantly lower compared to the national average of 32.1% and the Kentucky state average of 24.2%.

These figures suggest that Lewis County lags behind both the state of Kentucky and the country as a whole in terms of educational attainment.

As of the latest available data, Lewis County, KY, has an employment rate of approximately 53.5%, falling below the national average of 61.1% and the Kentucky state average of 59.7%. The top industries in Lewis County include Manufacturing, Healthcare and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, Construction, and Educational Services. Manufacturing accounts for about 25% of employment, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5%, indicating a local economic dependency on this sector. Healthcare and Social Assistance also make up a notable portion, comprising 14% of jobs, compared to the national average of around 15%. Retail Trade follows with roughly 12%, similar to the national average of 11%. Construction employs around 8% of the workforce, compared to the national 7%, while Educational Services employ about 6%, lower than the national average of 9%.

As of the latest available data, Lewis County, KY has an average household income of approximately $41,000. This figure is significantly lower compared to both the national and state averages. For context, the national average household income in the United States is around $68,700, while the average household income in Kentucky is approximately $52,700.

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This data illustrates that Lewis County's average income is considerably below both the state and national averages, highlighting economic challenges in the region.

As of the latest data available, Lewis County, KY, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Here are some key statistics for 2022:

Lewis County's overall crime rate of approximately 10.6 (per 1,000 residents) is significantly lower than the national average of 23.0 per 1,000 residents. The county has focused on community policing and proactive crime prevention, contributing to these low crime statistics.