Kent County

As of the latest U.S. Census data, Kent County, MD, has a population of approximately 19,200. The racial composition is about 78% White, 15% Black or African American, 4% Hispanic or Latino, and 2% Asian. The median household income is around $60,000, with approximately 12% of the population living below the poverty line. The median age is 48.4 years.

As of the latest data, Kent County, MD has a median home value of approximately $301,000. The median rent is around $1,200 per month. Homeownership stands at about 72%, with a vacancy rate of 17%. Housing units total roughly 10,200, with a median household income of $58,000. Housing costs have been slightly increasing year-over-year.

As of the most recent election cycle, Kent County, Maryland, holds elections for various federal, state, and local offices. During the 2020 Presidential election, Kent County reported voter turnout at 77.7%. In local elections, three County Commissioner seats are typically contested. For the Maryland House of Delegates District 36, candidates may include representatives from the Democratic and Republican parties. For the 2022 general election:

County Commissioner Candidates:

1. Bob Jacob (Republican)
2. Tom Mason (Republican)
3. Ron Fithian (Democrat)

Maryland State Senate District 36 Candidates:

1. Stephen Hershey Jr. (Republican, Incumbent)
2. Heather Sinclair (Democrat)

Maryland House of Delegates District 36:

1. Jeff Ghrist (Republican, Incumbent)
2. Jillian Atwood (Democrat)

These are just examples and candidates may vary by election cycle. For the most accurate and updated information, please consult the Kent County Board of Elections website or the Maryland State Board of Elections.

Kent County, MD has a high school graduation rate of approximately 88.7%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 88.3% but lower than Maryland's state average of 90%. About 24.1% of the county's residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and the Maryland state average of 40.2%. While the high school graduation rate is fairly comparable to national levels, the proportion of residents with higher education degrees is significantly lower than both the state and national averages, indicating a relative lag in higher educational attainment.

As of the most recent data, Kent County, MD, had an employment rate of approximately 94.3%. The county's labor force consists of around 10,000 individuals. Key industries in Kent County include education services, healthcare and social assistance (around 20%), retail trade (approximately 15%), and manufacturing (about 10%).

Comparatively, Maryland's employment rate is roughly 95%, with major industries statewide including healthcare, information technology, and defense. Nationally, the employment rate hovers around 95%, with leading industries being healthcare, retail, professional and business services, and manufacturing.

Educational services and healthcare employ more people in Kent County than in the broader state and national averages, reflecting a local specialization perhaps influenced by institutions such as Washington College and community healthcare providers. Retail trade's prominence also aligns with national trends but is slightly higher locally.

As of the latest available data, Kent County, MD, has an average household income of around $65,000. This figure is below both the national average household income of approximately $68,700 and Maryland's average of about $84,805. The median household income in Kent County stands at roughly $53,000, compared to the national median of $68,700 and Maryland's median of around $81,868.

Kent County's income levels reflect a smaller and more rural community compared to state and national benchmarks.

As of recent available data, Kent County, MD, exhibits relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. Below is a summary of crime statistics per 1,000 residents for various crime types:

Kent County's violent crime rate stands at 2.40, significantly lower than the U.S. average of 4.00 per 1,000. Property crimes, including burglaries and thefts, are also below national levels, reflecting the county's overall safer environment. The local authorities continue to implement community-focused policing strategies to maintain and improve public safety.