Marion County

As of the latest census, Marion County, KY has a population of approximately 19,581. The racial composition includes 89.2% White, 8.8% African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.8% other races. The median household income is about $42,676, and the poverty rate stands at 19.4%. The county's population includes 24.2% under 18 years, 58.4% aged 18 to 64, and 17.4% aged 65 or older.

As of the latest data, Marion County, KY, has a median home value of approximately $132,000. The median rent is around $675 per month. Housing units amount to roughly 8,500, with an owner-occupancy rate of about 73%. The average household size is 2.5 individuals. The housing market has seen a modest annual appreciation rate of around 3%. For more specific and updated figures, local real estate listings and county records would offer the most current data.

Marion County, KY, typically participates in federal, state, and local elections. Key positions often include the U.S. President, U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Kentucky State Senate, Kentucky State House, local judicial offices, and various county offices.

In recent elections, the voter turnout has varied but generally hovers around 50-60% for federal elections. For example, in the 2020 presidential election, approximately 55% of registered voters participated.

Local elections feature numerous candidates across various roles. For instance, the Marion County Judge/Executive, Sheriff, and County Clerk are critical positions.

As of the latest election cycle, prominent candidates included:

• Joe Biden (D) and Donald Trump (R) for President.
• Mitch McConnell (R) and Amy McGrath (D) for the U.S. Senate.
• Brett Guthrie (R) and Hank Linderman (D) for the U.S. House from Kentucky's 2nd District.

State and local candidates vary each election, with detailed current information available on the Marion County Clerk's official website.

As of the latest available data, Marion County, KY, exhibits the following educational attainment among adults aged 25 and older:

• High School Graduate or Higher: Approximately 84.3%
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher: Around 11.5%

Comparatively, the national average for adults with a high school diploma or higher is about 88%, and for those with a bachelor's degree or higher, it’s approximately 33.1%. For the state of Kentucky, the averages are:

• High School Graduate or Higher: Approximately 87.2%
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher: Around 24.2%

Thus, Marion County lags behind both the national and state averages in educational attainment, with lower percentages of both high school graduates and individuals holding bachelor’s degrees or higher.

As of the most recent data, Marion County, KY, has an employment rate that broadly reflects regional trends. Approximately 9,000 residents are part of the labor force, with an unemployment rate hovering around 4%, comparable to the national average of 4.2% and the state average of 4.4%. The predominant industries in Marion County include manufacturing, which employs about 25% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5%. Education and healthcare services comprise roughly 20%, while retail trade employs around 15%. Agriculture, forestry, and related activities are also notable, constituting about 10% of employment, compared to the national average of 1.5%. Overall, Marion County's economy is more industrially inclined compared to broader state and national trends, reflecting its manufacturing and agricultural strengths.

Sources:

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Kentucky Center for Statistics

As of the latest data available, the median household income in Marion County, KY is approximately $42,000. This figure is noticeably lower compared to both the national and state averages. For context, the median household income in the United States stands at about $68,700, while Kentucky's state average is around $52,200. Below is a comparative table to highlight these figures:

This comparison shows that Marion County falls behind both the state and national income averages, indicating a potential area for economic development.

As of the latest available data, Marion County, Kentucky, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 2.5 incidents per 1,000 residents. Below is a breakdown of various types of crimes within the county:

Please note that these figures are subject to change with new data updates. This table helps illustrate the specific components contributing to the overall crime rate in Marion County.