Davidson County

Davidson County, NC has a population of approximately 169,498 residents as of 2020. The racial composition is about 84.3% White, 10.9% Black or African American, 1.9% Asian, and 6.4% Hispanic or Latino. The median age is roughly 42.1 years. The county exhibits a household median income of $50,959, with 13.6% of the population living below the poverty line. The area covers 567 square miles.

Davidson County, NC, has a median home value of approximately $180,000 as of 2023. The median rent is around $900 per month. The homeownership rate is about 70%, with an average property tax rate of 0.77%. The county's housing market has seen a moderate annual appreciation rate of 5%. The average household size is 2.5 people. These figures are subject to change based on market trends and economic conditions.

Davidson County, North Carolina, conducts elections for various offices, including local, state, and federal positions. As of the most recent data, the county has over 115,000 registered voters. In local elections, positions such as County Commissioners, School Board members, and Sheriff are contested.

In the 2022 elections, high-profile races included:

• County Commissioners: Candidates included Republican incumbents and newcomers.
• Sheriff: Richie Simmons (Republican incumbent) ran unopposed.
• School Board: Multiple candidates vied for several open seats.

Federal elections saw significant participation from Davidson County voters:

• U.S. House of Representatives (NC-13): Republican Bo Hines and Democrat Wiley Nickel were notable candidates.
• U.S. Senate: Candidates included Ted Budd (Republican) and Cheri Beasley (Democrat).

Turnout rates typically range from 50% to 70% during general elections, reflecting high civic engagement. For precise and updated information, residents should consult the Davidson County Board of Elections.

Davidson County, NC shows educational attainment figures somewhat lower than national averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau data, 85.3% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88.5%. Only 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas the national average stands at 33.1%. In North Carolina, the averages are 88.6% for high school graduates and 31.6% for bachelor’s degree holders. This indicates that Davidson County lags behind both state and national averages in terms of higher education attainment.

As of the latest available data, Davidson County, NC, has an employment rate reflecting a labor force of around 80,000 individuals. The top industries in Davidson County include manufacturing, health care, and retail trade. Manufacturing is particularly prominent, employing approximately 20% of the workforce, which is higher than the national average for this industry. Health care and social assistance account for roughly 15%, and retail trade employs about 12% of the local workforce.

Comparatively, the national averages for these industries are around 8.5% for manufacturing, 14% for health care, and 10% for retail trade. In North Carolina, manufacturing employs about 10%, health care around 13%, and retail trade about 11%. Thus, Davidson County demonstrates a stronger reliance on manufacturing relative to both state and national levels.

Unemployment rates in Davidson County generally hover around 4.5%, slightly higher than the national average of 3.8% and closely aligned with the state average of 4.5%.

Davidson County, NC, has a median household income of approximately $50,988. In comparison, the national median household income stands at around $68,700, and the state median for North Carolina is close to $56,642. This indicates that Davidson County's income levels are lower than both the national and state averages.

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Davidson County's figures reflect potential economic opportunities and challenges, showing a need for targeted economic development compared to broader contexts.

As of the latest data, Davidson County, NC, has a mixed crime profile. For 2022, the county reported a total crime rate of approximately 2,300 incidents per 100,000 people. Violent crimes account for around 300 per 100,000 people, while property crimes stand at approximately 2,000 per 100,000 people. Below is a table detailing specific crime types and their rates:

These figures present an overall picture of the crime landscape in Davidson County, reflecting the ongoing challenges and areas needing focus for law enforcement.