Mineral County

As of the 2020 Census, Mineral County, Montana, had a population of approximately 4,535 residents. The racial makeup was about 95% White, 2% Native American, and 3% from other races or two or more races. The median age was around 50 years. The county had approximately 2,200 households with an average size of 2.1 individuals. The median household income was about $44,000, and the poverty rate was nearly 13%. The population density was roughly 3.9 people per square mile in the 1,219 square mile area.

As of 2021, Mineral County, MT, had a median home value of approximately $210,000 and a median rent of around $900 per month. Homeownership rate stood at about 75%. The county had a housing unit density of 2.2 units per square mile. The vacancy rate for homeowners was about 2.5%, and around 10% for rentals. Housing stock primarily comprised single-family homes, with a minority of mobile homes and multi-unit buildings.

Mineral County, Montana, generally participates in federal, state, and local elections. Voter registration and turnout can vary per election cycle. In the 2020 General Election, Mineral County had a voter turnout of approximately 83% of registered voters. For local offices, the County Commission seats are often contested; for instance, there were races for District 1 and District 3. Candidates for these seats have included Democratic, Republican, and Independent representatives. The most recent primary and general elections featured both incumbents and new challengers.

To get the specific numerical values and the names of current candidates, voters are advised to visit the Mineral County elections website or contact the Mineral County Clerk and Recorder's office. The Montana Secretary of State's website also posts detailed election results and candidate lists for statewide offices.

Mineral County, MT has educational attainment levels somewhat below national and state averages. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau (2019):

• Approximately 89.2% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma.
• About 18.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

In comparison, the national average for high school graduates is around 88.5%, with 32.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Montana's statewide averages are slightly better, with 93.2% having completed high school and 31.3% holding at least a bachelor's degree.

Thus, while high school graduation rates in Mineral County are on par with national figures, higher education attainment lags behind both national and state averages.

As of the latest data, Mineral County, MT has an employment rate with around 2,500 civilian workers. Major industries include educational services, healthcare, and social assistance (22.4%), retail trade (17.3%), and construction (11.6%). The unemployment rate in Mineral County stands at approximately 7.7%, compared to the national average of 3.9% and the Montana state average of 3.1%.

The dominant industries in Mineral County deviate from the national average, where educational services, and health care and social assistance comprise about 25% of employment. Retail trade is higher locally than the national 12%, and construction is significantly higher compared to the national 6%.

These figures reflect the unique economic structure of Mineral County, which includes a higher reliance on industries tied directly to local resources and necessities.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Mineral County, Montana is approximately $42,000. Comparatively, the average household income for the state of Montana is about $55,000, and the national average hovers around $68,700. Mineral County's income levels are notably lower than both the state and national averages, which reflect economic disparities within the area.

These statistics underscore the economic challenges faced by the residents of Mineral County, contrasting significantly with wider state and national economic conditions.

As of the most recent data, Mineral County, MT, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The crime rate per 1,000 residents is approximately 13. This includes both violent and property crimes. Detailed statistics for specific types of crimes are as follows:

These statistics indicate that while property crimes are more common than violent crimes, both are relatively infrequent, making Mineral County a generally safe place to live.