Allegany County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Allegany County, MD had a population of approximately 68,106. The racial composition was 86.4% White, 8.1% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 3.6% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median household income was $46,747, with about 16% of the population living below the poverty line. The median age was 41.7 years. Housing units totaled around 32,400, with an average household size of 2.3 persons.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau.

As of the latest data, Allegany County, MD, has a median home value of approximately $100,000. The median rent is around $650 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 68%. The county has roughly 31,000 housing units, with a vacancy rate of approximately 15%. The average household size is 2.3 people. Housing affordability and lower costs make it an attractive location for many.

As of the most recent elections in Allegany County, Maryland, specific numerical values and candidate listings can vary by election cycle. For instance, in the 2022 General Elections, Allegany County voters participated in several key races:

1. Gubernatorial Election: The race for Governor/Lieutenant Governor included candidates like Wes Moore/Aruna Miller (Democratic) and Dan Cox/Gordana Schifanelli (Republican).
2. Congressional Election: In the 6th District, David Trone (Democratic incumbent) faced Neil Parrott (Republican).
3. State Senate and House of Delegates: Local seats in the Maryland General Assembly were contested.

In county-level races, positions for County Commissioners, Board of Education seats, and various judicial roles were up for grabs. Specific vote counts and results for these positions are available on the Maryland State Board of Elections website and the Allegany County Election Office.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to the official websites or local news sources during the election cycle.

Allegany County, MD, exhibits educational attainment levels that illustrate a need for improvement relative to both state and national averages. Approximately 88.5% of residents aged 25 and older have completed high school, compared to the national average of 88.7% and the Maryland state average of 90.9%. About 18.2% of Allegany County's population holds a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of 32.1% and the Maryland state average of 40.9%. These figures highlight a gap in higher education achievement in Allegany County when contrasted with broader benchmarks.

As of the latest available data, Allegany County, MD, has an employment rate of about 56.3%. Key industries in the county include healthcare, retail, education, and manufacturing.

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance: Employs around 17.4% of the workforce.
2. Retail Trade: Accounts for 16.2%.
3. Educational Services: Comprise 14.7%.
4. Manufacturing: Involves approximately 8.3%.

Comparison to National and State Averages:

• Healthcare: National average is about 14.9%; Maryland state average is 13.8%. Allegany is higher at 17.4%.
• Retail Trade: National average stands at 10.9%; Maryland's average is 11.2%. Allegany is significantly higher at 16.2%.
• Education: Nationally at 8.8%; Maryland is roughly 10.1%. Allegany surpasses both at 14.7%.
• Manufacturing: National average is about 8.5%; Maryland is lower at 5.8%. Allegany aligns closely with the national figure at 8.3%.

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Based on recent data, the average household income in Allegany County, MD is approximately $46,000. This figure is below both the national and state averages. As of the latest reports, the national average household income stands at around $68,700, while Maryland's state average is significantly higher, at about $86,700.

Allegany County's lower average income indicates regional economic challenges when compared to broader measures.

As of the most recent data, Allegany County, MD, experiences a range of crime rates. The overall crime rate in Allegany County is 2,104 per 100,000 residents, which is below the national average. Violent crimes, including murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, have a combined rate of approximately 353 per 100,000 residents. Property crimes, such as burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson, have a rate of about 1,751 per 100,000 residents.

These figures are subject to change as new data becomes available.