Clark County

As of the latest data, Clark County, Nevada has a population of approximately 2.4 million. The racial and ethnic composition is 43.6% White, 31.6% Hispanic or Latino, 12.2% Black or African American, and 10% Asian. The median age is 38 years. About 22.8% of residents are under 18, and 16.4% are 65 or older. The median household income is roughly $60,000, with an 11.2% poverty rate. The area is home to a mix of urban and suburban communities, largely centered around Las Vegas.

As of 2023, Clark County, NV has a median home price of approximately $450,000. Rental prices average around $1,600 per month for a one-bedroom apartment. The area's homeownership rate is 54%, and the vacancy rate is about 6%. Housing inventory has slightly increased, with roughly 10,000 active listings. The annual property tax rate averages 0.70%, and new constructions are expanding at a 5% annual growth rate, addressing rising demand.

Clark County, Nevada's most recent elections were held on November 8, 2022. The key races included:

1. Governor: Joe Lombardo (R) vs. Steve Sisolak (D, incumbent).
2. Senate: Catherine Cortez Masto (D, incumbent) vs. Adam Laxalt (R).
3. House of Representatives:
   • District 1: Dina Titus (D, incumbent) vs. Mark Robertson (R).
   • District 3: Susie Lee (D, incumbent) vs. April Becker (R).
   • District 4: Steven Horsford (D, incumbent) vs. Sam Peters (R).

Numerical values for voter turnout and specific vote counts are continually updated post-election by Clark County's Election Department. For detailed real-time results and complete candidate lists, visit the Clark County Election Department's official website. Currently, Clark County's total registered voter count exceeds 1 million individuals.

Clark County, NV, home to Las Vegas, has an educational attainment level slightly below national and state averages. As of recent data, 86.7% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88%. In terms of higher education, 25.4% of Clark County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 33.1% and the Nevada state average of 28.1%. Furthermore, the Clark County School District (CCSD) serves over 320,000 students and is the fifth-largest in the U.S., with a graduation rate of 85.2% in 2022, slightly below the national average of 86%. The region faces challenges such as large class sizes and funding issues, which impact overall educational outcomes.

Clark County, NV, which includes Las Vegas, had an unemployment rate of 5.4% as of August 2023, compared to the national average of 3.8% and Nevada's state average of 4.6%. The total civilian labor force in the county was approximately 1.2 million people.

Top industries in Clark County include:

1. Leisure and Hospitality: Employs about 300,000 people, driven by tourism and gaming.
2. Trade, Transportation, and Utilities: Employs around 200,000 people.
3. Professional and Business Services: Approximately 170,000 employees.
4. Education and Health Services: Around 140,000 employees.

The heavy reliance on tourism and entertainment makes Clark County's employment landscape distinct from national and state averages, which have more diversified industrial employment bases.

As of 2021, the average annual income in Clark County, NV is approximately $54,000. In comparison, the national average income is around $67,000, while the average income for the state of Nevada is about $60,000. The discrepancy highlights that Clark County’s income level is below both the national and state averages.

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This suggests economic challenges in Clark County relative to state and national levels, potentially influencing cost of living and quality of life.

As of the most recent data, Clark County, Nevada, has experienced varied crime rates across different categories. For the year 2022, the county reported the following crime statistics:

The total violent crime rate was approximately 559.6 incidents per 100,000 people, and the property crime rate was about 2,636.8 incidents per 100,000 people. These figures are essential for understanding the local safety and law enforcement challenges.

(Note: Statistics provided here are for illustrative purposes. For current and accurate crime data, consult local law enforcement or official crime data repositories.)