Ray County

Ray County, MO, has an estimated population of 23,158. The racial composition is primarily White (96.1%), followed by Black or African American (1.4%), Native American (0.4%), Asian (0.4%), and other races (0.7%). Hispanic or Latino individuals make up 1.6% of the population. The median household income is around $55,000, and approximately 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The county has a median age of 40.7 years.

Ray County, MO, has a median home value of approximately $145,000. As of the latest data, the median household income stands around $55,000. The homeownership rate is roughly 79%, which is higher than the national average. The median rent is about $780 per month. Housing stock mainly consists of single-family homes, with newer developments slowly increasing. The average property tax rate is approximately 0.89%, translating to about $1,290 annually for a median-priced home.

Ray County, MO, holds elections for various local, state, and federal offices. As of the latest known election data:

1. Presidential Elections (2020):

   • Donald Trump (Republican): 7,985 votes (76.2%)
   • Joe Biden (Democrat): 2,401 votes (22.9%)

2. Governor Elections (2020):

   • Mike Parson (Republican): 7,808 votes (75.1%)
   • Nicole Galloway (Democrat): 2,381 votes (22.9%)

3. U.S. Congressional 6th District:

   • Sam Graves (Republican): 7,875 votes (74.9%)
   • Gena Ross (Democrat): 2,393 votes (22.8%)

4. Local Elections:

   • County offices such as Sheriff, Commissioners, and other positions are also elected but vary by election cycle.

Please check the Ray County election authority website or local sources for up-to-date information and future candidates.

As of the most recent data, Ray County, MO, reveals the following educational statistics:

• High school graduation rate: Approximately 87.1%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Around 14.2%.

For comparison, the national average high school graduation rate stands at 88.3%, and the percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher is about 33.1%. The state of Missouri has a high school graduation rate of 88.9% and approximately 30.7% of its residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Thus, Ray County is slightly below both the national and state averages in terms of high school graduation rates and significantly lower in higher education attainment.

As of recent data, Ray County, Missouri, had an employment rate of approximately 93.2%. The top industries in Ray County include agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and education. Specifically, agriculture employs about 15% of the county's workforce, manufacturing around 12%, and healthcare services about 10%.

In comparison, the national averages for these industries are slightly different. Nationwide, the agriculture sector employs about 1.3% of the workforce, manufacturing accounts for approximately 8.5%, and healthcare services employ around 14.3%. At the state level, Missouri sees similar trends, with agriculture employing about 5%, manufacturing about 13%, and healthcare around 15% of workers statewide.

Ray County's higher percentage in agriculture highlights the area's rural characteristics, while manufacturing is also notably important, aligning closely with state-level trends but differing from national statistics.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Ray County, MO, is approximately $54,000. By comparison, the median household income in Missouri stands at around $57,409, while the national median income is about $68,700. This indicates that Ray County lags behind both the state and national averages.

Income Comparison Table

In summary, Ray County's median income is about 6% lower than the Missouri state average and roughly 21% lower than the national median, highlighting a significant income disparity.

As of the latest available data, Ray County, MO, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2020, the total crime rate of Ray County was approximately 1,200 incidents per 100,000 residents. Here’s a breakdown of crime types and their respective numbers per 100,000 residents:

Please note that these figures are subject to change, and it is advisable to refer to local law enforcement agencies or recent reports for the most current information.