Dunklin County

Dunklin County, MO, has a population of approximately 27,000 people. The racial composition is predominantly White (around 85%), with African Americans making up about 10%, and smaller percentages of other races including Native American and Asian. The median age is roughly 39 years. The county has a median household income of about $31,000, with approximately 25% of the population living below the poverty line. The area covers 541 square miles, predominantly rural, with agriculture as a key industry.

As of recent data, Dunklin County, MO has approximately 14,000 housing units. The median home value is around $76,000, while the median rent is roughly $600 per month. The homeownership rate is about 65%, and the vacancy rate is close to 20%. Average household size is about 2.5 individuals. Most homes were built before 1980, indicating an older housing stock.

Dunklin County, MO, holds elections for local, state, and federal offices. Key positions include County Commissioners, Sheriff, Assessor, and others. Election cycles align with national schedules: primaries in August and general elections in November of even-numbered years.

For example, in the 2020 general election:

• Presidential Race: Donald Trump received 10,306 votes (81.5%), Joe Biden got 2,065 votes (16.3%).
• Governor: Mike Parson (Republican) received 8,730 votes (74.1%), Nicole Galloway (Democrat) got 2,407 votes (20.4%).
• Local Races: Tom Greenwell won Presiding Commissioner with 8,125 votes (uncontested).

Voter registration and turnout rates vary; in 2020, 12,647 out of 21,175 registered voters participated, marking nearly 60%.

Stay updated on candidates and specifics through the Dunklin County Clerk's office or the Missouri Secretary of State's website.

As of the most recent data, Dunklin County, MO, exhibits lower educational attainment than both state and national averages. Approximately 78.6% of residents aged 25 and over possess a high school diploma or higher, compared to Missouri's state average of 90.6% and the national average of 88.0%. Additionally, about 10.4% have earned a bachelor's degree or higher in Dunklin County, whereas the state and national averages are 29.5% and 32.1%, respectively. These figures illustrate a significant gap in higher educational attainment in Dunklin County compared to broader trends across Missouri and the United States.

As of the latest data, Dunklin County, MO, shows distinct employment trends compared to state and national averages. The top industries in Dunklin County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and agriculture.

In numerical terms:

• Manufacturing employs approximately 25% of the workforce.
• Healthcare and social assistance engage around 20%.
• Retail trade involves about 15%.
• Agriculture also has a significant footprint, accounting for nearly 10%.

In contrast, Missouri's employment distribution sees manufacturing at 13%, healthcare at 14%, and retail at 11%, reflecting the county’s heavier reliance on manufacturing and healthcare. Nationally, employment in manufacturing and healthcare typically stands at around 9% and 14%, respectively.

Dunklin County’s emphasis on agriculture, though substantial, surpasses both Missouri and national averages where agriculture traditionally employs around 2% of the workforce.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Dunklin County, MO, is approximately $36,000. This figure lags behind both the state and national averages. For comparison, the average household income in Missouri is around $55,000, while the national average is approximately $68,700.

The income disparity highlights economic challenges faced by Dunklin County residents, as their earnings are significantly below both state and national levels.

As of the latest available data, Dunklin County, MO, has a crime rate of approximately 36.5 per 1,000 residents annually. Here is a snapshot of the crime statistics for the county:

These figures place Dunklin County's crime rate above the national average, particularly in property crimes. This data is valuable for understanding the local crime landscape and community safety.