Monroe County

Monroe County, NY has a population of approximately 759,443 people. The racial composition is about 73.7% White, 16.2% Black or African American, 3.7% Asian, and 6.4% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is $58,260, and the poverty rate stands at around 14.2%. The county has a median age of 39.6 years. Notably, 92.9% of residents have a high school diploma or higher education, and 36.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Monroe County, NY has a median home value of approximately $165,000. The median rent is around $950 per month. Homeownership rate stands at 64%, with a population of about 742,000 people. The vacancy rate is about 8%, and there are roughly 300,000 housing units in total.

As of the most recent updates in 2023, Monroe County, NY, is gearing up for its local elections. Key positions include:

1. Monroe County Executive:

• Incumbent: Adam Bello (Democrat)
• Challenger: Mark Assini (Republican)

2. District Attorney:

• Incumbent: Sandra Doorley (Republican)
• Challenger: Shani Curry Mitchell (Democrat)

3. County Legislature:

• Total seats: 29
• Partisan composition (prior to election): 14 Republicans, 14 Democrats, 1 vacancy

Voter turnout in recent years has varied, with approximately 30-40% participation in off-year elections. Early voting options and mail-in ballots are available to increase accessibility.

As of the most recent data, Monroe County, NY exhibits a relatively high level of educational attainment. Approximately 90% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of around 88%. About 41% of Monroe County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, surpassing the national average of approximately 33% and closely aligning with the New York State average of 37%. The county is home to several higher education institutions, such as the University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology, which contribute to the educated populace. Overall, Monroe County's education levels are higher than national averages and on par with or slightly above state levels.

As of 2023, Monroe County, NY, boasts a labor force of approximately 380,000 people. The unemployment rate in the county stands at 3.8%, slightly below the national average of 3.9% and below the New York State average of 4.1%. The top industries include healthcare and social assistance, employing about 18% of the workforce; educational services, about 11%; and manufacturing, roughly 10%. These sectors surpass national averages where healthcare is 14%, educational services are 9%, and manufacturing is 8%. The professional, scientific, and technical services sector is also robust, accounting for around 7% of local jobs, in line with the national average.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Monroe County, NY, is approximately $76,000 per year. Comparatively, the national average household income stands at around $68,700 annually, while the New York state average is higher, at about $93,500 per year.

Monroe County's average income is higher than the national average but falls below the statewide average for New York. This position indicates a relative economic advantage compared to the broader U.S. but also highlights a disparity within New York State.

As of the latest available data, Monroe County, NY, has seen fluctuating crime rates. In 2022, the crime rate per 100,000 people was approximately 3,700. Violent crimes occurred at a rate of about 500 per 100,000, while property crimes were more prevalent at around 3,200 per 100,000.

Crime trends indicate a need for continued community and law enforcement efforts to maintain public safety.