Gates County

As of the most recent data, Gates County, NC, has a population of approximately 11,600. The racial composition is about 65% White, 31% African American, 1.5% Native American, and around 1% each for Asian and Hispanic/Latino populations. The median household income is roughly $52,000, and approximately 17% of residents live below the poverty line. The median age in the county is 42.5 years.

As of the latest data, Gates County, NC, has a median home value of approximately $170,000. The county experiences moderate housing demand with a homeownership rate around 80%. The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment is roughly $750 per month. Properties typically spend 60-90 days on the market. Annual property taxes average about 0.75% of home value. Housing supply includes a mix of single-family homes, rural properties, and some new developments. Population is around 12,000, contributing to a low-density housing environment.

In Gates County, North Carolina, elections are overseen by the Gates County Board of Elections. As of the latest information available (2021), the county has approximately 7,250 registered voters.

For the 2022 elections, key positions include the Gates County Board of Commissioners, the Board of Education, and various local judicial seats. Here are a few details:

• Board of Commissioners: Candidates often include both incumbents and new challengers from the major political parties.
• Board of Education: This typically includes several non-partisan seats with multiple candidates vying for positions.
• Local Judicial Seats: Includes positions such as Clerk of Superior Court, District Court Judges, and other local judicial roles.

For a complete and updated list of candidates, refer to the Gates County Board of Elections website or contact their office directly. Voting options include in-person early voting, mail-in absentee ballots, and Election Day voting at designated polling places.

As of recent data, Gates County, NC has educational attainment levels that show room for improvement when compared to state and national averages. Approximately 85% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma, slightly below the national average of around 90%. Only about 16% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33% and the North Carolina state average of approximately 31%.

This indicates that Gates County trails both state and national benchmarks in higher education attainment, highlighting potential areas for educational development and community investment.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey

As of the most recent data, Gates County, NC has a labor force participation rate of approximately 55.8%, which is lower than the national average of around 61.7%. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, slightly above the national average of 4.6%.

Top industries in Gates County include education and health services (employing around 22%), retail trade (15%), and manufacturing (12%). In comparison, the top industries at the national level are professional and business services, healthcare, and retail trade. At the state level, these industries are also significantly represented but include a higher proportion of professional services compared to Gates County.

In summary, Gates County's employment landscape leans heavily on education, health services, and retail trade, which is somewhat similar to national and state trends but with a more localized emphasis on fewer sectors.

Gates County, North Carolina, had a median household income of approximately $50,695 as of the latest available data. In contrast, the median household income for the United States was about $68,703, whereas North Carolina's median household income stood at approximately $54,602. This indicates that Gates County's median income falls below both the national and state averages. Below is a comparative table for clarity:

This comparison highlights a modest income disparity where Gates County lags behind broader state and national income levels.

As of the latest available data, Gates County, NC, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. The total crime rate is approximately 1,900 incidents per 100,000 people annually. Below is a table summarizing the types of crimes and their respective rates:

These numbers illustrate that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Gates County, with larceny constituting the majority of offenses.