Monroe County

Monroe County, MI, has a population of approximately 154,000 people. The racial composition is predominantly White (90.2%), followed by African American (4.0%), and smaller percentages of Asian (0.9%), and other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals constitute about 4.3% of the population. The median household income is around $60,743, and 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The county covers about 680 square miles, with a population density of around 226 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years.

As of the latest data, Monroe County, MI, has a median home value of approximately $180,200. The median rent is around $970 per month. Homeownership stands at about 78%, with a vacancy rate for rental properties of 6.5%. The county's housing stock primarily comprises single-family homes, with over 70% of units built before 1980. Housing prices have seen a steady increase of around 4% annually in recent years.

As of 2023, Monroe County, Michigan, hosts various elections, including local, state, and federal levels. For local government, the county elects positions such as county commissioners, sheriff, prosecutor, and judges.

For the 2022 midterm elections:

• Voter turnout was approximately 58%
• Key races included the gubernatorial, congressional, and state legislative seats:
  • Gubernatorial Race: Democratic incumbent Gretchen Whitmer won re-election.
  • Congressional Race: In Michigan's 7th District, which includes Monroe County, Democrat Elissa Slotkin was re-elected.
  • State Legislature: Both state senate and house seats were contested with candidates from Democratic and Republican parties.

Local races included:

• County Commissioner Districts: Republicans and Democrats contested all nine districts.
• Monroe County Sheriff: Incumbent Dale Malone (D) was re-elected.

Note: Specific candidates and results can vary by election cycle. Check Monroe County's official website or local newspapers for the latest updates.

As of the most recent data, Monroe County, MI shows varied educational attainment compared to state and national averages. Approximately 91.7% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, slightly above the national average of 88%. However, only around 19.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below both the Michigan state average of 30% and the national average of 33%. The county's educational attainment reflects a strong basis in high school education but lags in higher education compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest data available (2021), Monroe County, MI, has an employment rate of approximately 97.2%. The civilian labor force consists of around 71,000 individuals with an unemployment rate of 2.8%, lower than the national average of 3.7% and Michigan's 4.1%.

Top industries in Monroe County include manufacturing (employing around 26% of the workforce), healthcare and social assistance (13%), retail trade (12%), and construction (7%).

Comparatively, nationally, manufacturing employs roughly 8.5% of the workforce, healthcare and social assistance about 14.8%, retail trade 10.5%, and construction 4.4%. Michigan reflects similar trends but with a slightly higher percentage in automotive manufacturing.

Monroe County’s emphasis on manufacturing—predominantly in the automotive sector—is notably higher than both national and state averages, indicating a regional specialization in this sector.

Monroe County, MI, has a median household income of approximately $62,000. This compares to the state's median household income of around $59,500 and the national median of $68,700. In terms of per capita income, Monroe County's stands at about $28,000, while Michigan's is approximately $31,200 and the national average is around $35,700.

This data highlights that Monroe County's median household income is slightly higher than the state average but lower than the national average. However, the county's per capita income is lower than both the state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, Monroe County, MI, has a crime rate of approximately 2,103.4 incidents per 100,000 people. Here is a breakdown of the types of crimes reported:

Note: These numbers are estimates based on recent data sources and can vary over time. Always refer to local law enforcement or official crime reports for the most current statistics.