Saint Francois County

As of the 2020 Census, St. Francois County, Missouri, had a population of approximately 66,922. The racial composition was 92.7% White, 3.1% Black or African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals made up 1.7% of the population. The median household income was approximately $44,292, and 17.2% of the population lived below the poverty line. The county covers an area of 455 square miles.

As of the most recent data in 2023, Saint Francois County, MO, has a median home value of approximately $130,000. The median rent stands around $850 per month. Housing units total around 31,000, with an ownership rate of 71%. The county has experienced a 5% increase in home values over the past year, with a forecasted growth of 4% in the coming year. The average household size is 2.5 persons.

As of the most recent election cycle, Saint Francois County, Missouri, participates in both local and national elections, including presidential, congressional, and state-level contests. Key local offices include County Commissioners, Sheriff, Assessor, and Circuit Clerk.

For the 2022 midterms:

• U.S. Senate: Eric Schmitt (R) won against Trudy Busch Valentine (D) with significant local support.
• U.S. House, MO-8: Incumbent Jason Smith (R) retained his seat.
• State Senate District 3: Elaine Gannon (R) ran unopposed.

Specific local results:

• County Collector: Adam Bowers (R) prevailed with 65% of the vote.
• Sheriff: Incumbent Dan Bullock (R) secured reelection with 68%.

Voter turnout was approximately 55%, reflecting active civic engagement in the county.

As of the latest data, Saint Francois County, MO shows the following educational attainment levels for adults aged 25 and older:

• High school diploma or higher: Approximately 87.5%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Around 12.5%

Comparing these figures to national averages:

• U.S. high school diploma or higher: 89.7%
• U.S. bachelor's degree or higher: 35.3%

And to Missouri state averages:

• Missouri high school diploma or higher: 90.5%
• Missouri bachelor's degree or higher: 29.2%

Saint Francois County falls slightly below both national and state averages in terms of high school and bachelor’s degree attainment. This suggests that educational levels in the county are somewhat lower than the broader averages seen across the country and the state.

As of the latest data, Saint Francois County, MO, has a labor force of approximately 28,000 individuals. The unemployment rate stands at around 4.2%, slightly higher than the national average of 3.8% and close to the Missouri state average of 4.0%.

Top industries in Saint Francois County include:

• Healthcare and Social Assistance, employing about 20% of the workforce.
• Retail Trade, accounting for around 15%.
• Manufacturing, which employs approximately 12%.
• Educational Services, making up about 10%.

In comparison, nationally, the largest employment sectors are Healthcare and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Professional and Business Services. Missouri's employment distribution mirrors the national trend, with a notable presence in manufacturing and healthcare.

Saint Francois County shows a strong emphasis on healthcare and retail, slightly differing from the state and national averages, which include a broader range of business services.

Saint Francois County, MO, has a median household income of approximately $44,000 per year, which is below the national median of about $68,700 and the Missouri state median of $55,461. This indicates a significant disparity when the county's income is compared both to state and national levels.

Income Comparison Table

Saint Francois County's median household income reveals economic challenges relative to broader benchmarks, highlighting a need for targeted economic development and support strategies.

Saint Francois County, MO has varied crime rates. According to the most recent data available:

• Total crime rate: 3,290 per 100,000 residents
• Violent crime rate: 427 per 100,000 residents
• Property crime rate: 2,863 per 100,000 residents

Here's a breakdown of different types of crimes:

These numbers indicate a relatively higher rate of property crimes compared to violent crimes.