Henderson County

As of the 2020 census, Henderson County, NC, has a population of approximately 116,281. The racial composition is about 86.5% White, 2.7% Black or African American, 1.3% Asian, and 1.1% Native American. Individuals of Hispanic or Latino origin make up about 13% of the population. The median household income is around $57,518, with a poverty rate of 10.3%. The county has a median age of 48.3 years, reflecting a significant retiree population.

As of the latest data, median home value in Henderson County, NC, is approximately $280,000 with a median monthly rent of around $1,200. Home prices have appreciated approximately 7% year-over-year. The county's homeownership rate is about 72%. For new listings, the median price per square foot is roughly $190. The rental market is competitive, with a vacancy rate of about 4%. For detailed, updated statistics, local real estate market reports or government databases are recommended sources.

Henderson County, NC, holds elections for various positions, including county commissioners, sheriff, school board, and other local offices. As of the last update in 2022:

1. County Commissioners: Four seats were contested with candidates like Daniel Andreotta, Rebecca McCall (Republican incumbents), Amy Lynn Holt, and Tim Griffin (challengers).
2. Sheriff: Incumbent Sheriff Lowell Griffin faced challenger Michael "Mike" Freeman in the Republican primary.
3. School Board: Multiple candidates vied for non-partisan seats, such as Stacey Caskey, Jay Egolf, and Blair Craven.

Voter turnout in recent elections was around 70%, reflecting robust civic engagement. Specific numerical results and candidate lists can vary by election year. Detailed and updated information is provided by the Henderson County Board of Elections.

As of the most recent data, Henderson County, NC has a high school graduation rate of approximately 89.7%, which is higher than the national average of around 88%. Additionally, about 30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of roughly 33.1% and the North Carolina state average of about 31.3%. These statistics suggest that Henderson County has a relatively well-educated population, with high school graduation rates surpassing both state and national averages, although the percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree is slightly below the national average but above the state average.

As of recent data, Henderson County, NC, has an employment rate similar to the state and national averages. The labor force participation rate is approximately 56%, with an unemployment rate around 3-4%.

Top industries include:

1. Health Care and Social Assistance (~20% of employment)
2. Manufacturing (~15%)
3. Retail Trade (~12%)
4. Educational Services (~10%)

In comparison, at the national level, Health Care and Social Assistance is a significant sector (~14% of employment), and Manufacturing accounts for about 8%, reflecting Henderson County's stronger focus on manufacturing. Retail trade and educational services percentages are comparable to national averages.

North Carolina's state averages are roughly aligned, but Henderson County shows slightly higher employment in manufacturing and health care sectors compared to state figures (Manufacturing ~11%, Health Care ~15%).

Henderson County demonstrates a solid industrial base with robust employment in key sectors, sometimes outpacing both state and national trends.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Henderson County, NC stands at approximately $54,000 per year. Comparatively, the national average household income is around $68,700, while the state average for North Carolina is approximately $57,000 annually. This indicates that Henderson County's income levels are below both the state and national averages.

This lower average income in Henderson County might reflect regional economic factors and cost of living variations.

As of recent data, Henderson County, NC, has a crime rate that includes both violent and property crimes. The crime rate per 1,000 residents in Henderson County is approximately 22. The breakdown of these crimes into categories provides further insight:

These values are based on the latest available data from local law enforcement agencies and crime statistics reports. The county endeavors to maintain safety through various community and law enforcement initiatives.