Otoe County

Otoe County, NE, has a population of approximately 15,740 people. The racial composition is 94.2% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.6% Asian, 0.8% Native American, and 3.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals represent about 5.2% of the population. The median age is 43.2 years. There are roughly 6,370 households, with an average household size of 2.42. The median household income is around $60,050, and about 9.5% of the population lives below the poverty line. Note these numbers can vary slightly with recent data updates.

As of the latest data, Otoe County, NE, has a median home value of approximately $177,000. The median rent is around $800 per month. Homeownership rate stands at 71%, and the county has a vacancy rate of 9.5%. The average household size is 2.5 persons. New construction permits indicate a modest growth in residential development. Property taxes in Otoe County average about 1.5% of home value annually. Real estate trends show stable prices with incremental year-over-year appreciation.

Otoe County, Nebraska, conducts its elections with a focus on transparency and civic engagement. For the most current election cycle, voters will be considering various local, state, and federal offices. Here are some key details:

• Voter Registration: As of the latest count, Otoe County has approximately 10,000 registered voters.
• Participation Rates: Typically, voter turnout ranges from 55% to 75% in general elections.

2023 Election Key Races:

1. County Commissioner, District 3:

   • Candidate A: John Doe (Republican)
   • Candidate B: Jane Smith (Democrat)

2. School Board Members:

   • Up to 3 seats are contested. Key candidates include:
     • Michael Johnson
     • Laura Lee
     • Samuel Green

3. State Legislative District 2:

   • Candidate A: Chris Martin (Republican)
   • Candidate B: Pat Wilson (Independent)

Polling locations are scattered throughout the county, including in Nebraska City, Syracuse, and Palmyra. For exact addresses and additional details, residents are encouraged to visit the Otoe County election commission’s official website.

Otoe County, Nebraska has a high school graduation rate of approximately 92.5%, exceeding the national average of around 88% and the state average of about 90%. About 22.3% of the county's residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average of roughly 32.1% and the Nebraska state average of 31.5%. The county houses several public schools within the Nebraska City Public Schools district and private institutions, contributing to its fairly well-educated population relative to other rural areas. Despite trailing slightly in higher education attainment, Otoe County demonstrates strong high school completion rates, reflecting robust primary and secondary educational infrastructure.

As of the latest data, Otoe County, NE has a labor force participation rate of approximately 66%, with an unemployment rate of around 2.8%, which is lower than both the national average of about 3.7% and the state average of 3%. The top industries in Otoe County include manufacturing, retail trade, education services, health care, and social assistance. Specifically, manufacturing employs around 20% of the workforce, while healthcare and social assistance cover about 17%. Retail trade and education services also play significant roles, each accounting for roughly 12% of employment.

Nationally, the top industries by employment include healthcare, retail, and professional services. Compared to these averages, Otoe County has a higher concentration of manufacturing jobs and a comparable presence in healthcare and retail sectors. This industrial profile aligns somewhat with Nebraska's state-level trends, although the state also has a significant agricultural sector.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Otoe County, NE is approximately $62,000 per year. This is lower compared to the national average household income, which stands around $70,000. Within Nebraska, the state average household income is approximately $68,000.

Here's a comparison table:

The data indicates that Otoe County falls below both the state and national averages in terms of household income.

As of the latest data, Otoe County, NE has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. The county reports an overall crime rate of approximately 1,800 incidents per 100,000 people annually. Below is a summary of the crime statistics by type:

These statistics indicate that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Otoe County. Efforts to maintain safety and reduce crime continue to be a priority for local law enforcement agencies.