Perquimans County

Perquimans County, North Carolina, has a population of approximately 13,005 people. The racial makeup includes 70.9% White, 26.2% African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino, 0.4% Native American, and 0.2% Asian. The median household income is about $42,000, and around 17% of the population live below the poverty line. The median age is approximately 47 years.

As of the latest data, the median home value in Perquimans County, NC is approximately $175,000. The area has experienced a 5% appreciation rate over the past year. The median rent price is around $875 per month. Housing options range from historic waterfront properties to modern suburban homes. The home ownership rate in the county is about 80%, with the remaining 20% renting. The average household size is 2.4 persons. Market trends indicate a stable demand with moderate growth in property values.

As of the latest data, Perquimans County, NC hosts local, state, and federal elections. The Board of Elections oversees these events and provides detailed statistics. For local elections, positions such as county commissioners, sheriff, school board members, and other municipal roles are contested.

In recent elections:

• Voter turnout was approximately 70% in the 2020 General Election.
• Key local candidates included the incumbent Sheriff Shelby White and challengers for the County Commissioner seats.
• At the state level, candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties contested seats in the General Assembly.
• Federally, Perquimans County is part of North Carolina’s 3rd Congressional District, represented by Republican Greg Murphy.

For precise figures, candidate listings, and up-to-date election outcomes, refer to the Perquimans County Board of Elections website or contact their office directly.

As of recent data, Perquimans County, NC, has an educational attainment where approximately 83.4% of individuals aged 25 and older hold a high school diploma or higher, which is below the national average of around 88%. About 14.9% have a bachelor's degree or higher, compared with the national average of approximately 33.1%, and the state average of around 31%. The county has a student-teacher ratio of roughly 15:1, aligning closely with the national average. School enrollment figures indicate around 1,400 students in the public school system, with notable efforts on increasing educational outcomes through local initiatives and programs.

Perquimans County, NC, has diverse employment sectors. As of recent data, the county has an unemployment rate around 4.3%, which is slightly above the national average of 3.7% and the state average of 3.9%. The labor force participation rate hovers around 56%, below the national average of 62.8%.

Top industries in Perquimans County include:

1. Agriculture and Forestry: Employs about 20% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 1.3%.
2. Manufacturing: Accounts for approximately 15%, above the national average of 8.5%.
3. Retail Trade: Employs 13%, aligning closely with the national average of 11%.
4. Health Care and Social Assistance: Around 12%, somewhat below the national average of 16%.

The economy is largely driven by agriculture, reflecting the county’s rural nature and contrasting sharply with more urbanized areas.

As of the most recent data, Perquimans County, NC has an average household income of approximately $46,000. By comparison, the average household income in the state of North Carolina is around $54,602, and the national average is about $68,700.

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Perquimans County's average income is significantly lower than both the state and national averages. This difference highlights the economic disparity between this rural county and broader economic trends within the state and the country.

As of the latest available data, Perquimans County, NC, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The violent crime rate stands at approximately 2.1 incidents per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate is about 8.5 incidents per 1,000 residents.

This data indicates that Perquimans County is relatively safe, particularly in terms of violent crime which is significantly lower than the national average.