Russell County

As of the latest U.S. Census data, Russell County, KY has a population of approximately 17,773 residents. The racial composition is about 97.4% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. About 24% of residents are under 18, 21% are 65 or older. The median household income is around $36,563, with about 20.4% of the population living below the poverty line. The county has a land area of 283 square miles.

As of 2023, Russell County, KY, has a median home value of approximately $130,000. The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment hovers at $600 per month. The homeownership rate stands at around 75%, and the vacancy rate is approximately 15%. The median household income is about $37,000. Approximately 70 new housing permits are issued annually.

Russell County, KY, participates in federal, state, and local elections. Local elections include positions such as County Judge-Executive, Sheriff, Clerk, and Magistrates. As of 2022:

1. County Judge-Executive: Gary Robertson (Republican) won with 4,912 votes.
2. Sheriff: Derek Polston (Republican) was elected with 4,632 votes.
3. County Clerk: Patti Glover (Republican) received 5,138 votes.

Federal and state positions follow Kentucky's electoral processes, with notable results including Senator Mitch McConnell's re-election in 2020. Detailed and updated election results and candidates list are obtainable from the Russell County Clerk's office or their official website. Note, local voting patterns show a strong Republican preference. Voter registration and turnout data fluctuate, generally reflecting rural county trends. Regular election cycles include primaries in May and general elections in November.

Russell County, KY has a lower educational attainment compared to both state and national averages. About 77.6% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, whereas the national average is around 89.7%, and the Kentucky state average is approximately 85.6%. Only 13.1% of Russell County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.1% and the Kentucky state average of 24.2%. These statistics indicate that Russell County lags behind in educational attainment compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the most recent data, Russell County, KY, has an employment rate closely aligned with broader national trends. The labor force participation rate hovers around 54%, which is slightly lower than the national average of approximately 63% and Kentucky's average of around 56%.

Top industries in Russell County include manufacturing, healthcare, retail trade, and education services. Manufacturing is particularly strong, employing approximately 20% of the workforce, compared to the national average of around 8.5% and the state average of 13%. Healthcare and social assistance sectors employ about 15% of the local workforce, similar to both state (15.5%) and national (14.8%) rates. Retail trade employs roughly 12%, also close to the national average of 11.5%.

Russell County features a robust manufacturing sector, prominently exceeding both state and national averages, while other sectors like healthcare and retail align closely with broader trends.

As of the most recent data, Russell County, KY has a median household income of approximately $36,140. In comparison, the median household income in the United States is around $68,703, and the median household income for the state of Kentucky is about $52,295. This indicates that Russell County's income levels are significantly lower than both the state and national averages.

Russell County's economic conditions can be attributed to various factors, including employment opportunities, industry presence, and educational attainment levels. These factors underline the disparity between local and broader economic landscapes.

As of the latest available data, Russell County, KY has a crime rate that is generally lower than the national average. Here's a summary table based on recent crime statistics:

Violent crimes, particularly serious offenses like aggravated assault, have relatively low occurrence rates. However, property crimes, such as burglary and larceny-theft, comprise a larger share of criminal incidents in the area. These figures indicate that Russell County is a relatively safe community, especially when compared to more densely populated regions.