Stokes County

As of the 2020 Census, Stokes County, NC has a population of approximately 44,520. The racial composition is about 92.2% White, 3.6% African American, 1.1% Asian, and 2.6% Hispanic or Latino. The median age is 45.1 years. The population density is roughly 80 people per square mile. The median household income is around $52,000, and about 12.3% of the population lives below the poverty line.

As of recent data, Stokes County, NC has a median home value of approximately $170,000. The median rent is around $700 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 78%, with the remaining 22% renting. The average household size is 2.5 people. Housing market trends show a modest annual appreciation rate of 3-4%. The county has a mix of single-family homes, with limited apartment complexes and multi-family units. New construction projects are relatively sparse, contributing to a stable but slowly evolving market.

Stokes County, NC, participates in local, state, and federal elections. Key local positions include County Commissioners, Sheriff, Clerk of Superior Court, and Board of Education members. For federal elections, it contributes to the 6th Congressional District. As of the latest data:

• Voter Turnout (2020 Presidential Election): Approximately 74%
• Registered Voters: Around 30,000

Recent candidates (2022 general election):

County Commissioners (top four for three seats):

1. Jake Oakley
2. Andy Nickelston
3. Carson Dean

Sheriff:

1. Joey Lemons (incumbent)

Board of Education:

1. Mike Rogers
2. April Love

Remember to check the Stokes County Board of Elections for the most up-to-date and specific candidate information.

As of recent data, approximately 83.9% of Stokes County residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher. In contrast, the national average sits around 88.3%, and the North Carolina state average is approximately 86.8%. For higher education, about 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which trails the national average of roughly 33.1% and the North Carolina average of 31%. This data indicates that Stokes County's educational attainment falls below both state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, Stokes County, NC has a labor force participation rate of approximately 57.4%, lower than the national average of around 61.6% and the North Carolina state average of roughly 60.5%. The unemployment rate in Stokes County is about 4.2%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 3.8% and close to the state average of 4.1%.

Top industries in Stokes County include manufacturing, retail trade, and healthcare & social assistance, employing significant portions of the workforce. Manufacturing is particularly strong, representing around 18% of local employment compared to a national average of 8.5% and a state average of 10%. Retail trade employs approximately 13%, and healthcare & social assistance is around 12% in the county, which aligns closely with state and national trends.

Education, construction, and public administration are also notable sectors but employ fewer people than the top three industries.

As of the latest available data, Stokes County, NC has an average household income of approximately $50,000. This figure is below both the national and state averages for household income. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median household income in the United States is around $67,521, while North Carolina's state average is approximately $57,341.

In summary, Stokes County's average household income is lower than both the state and national averages, indicating a relatively lower economic status within the area.

As of recent data, Stokes County, NC, has a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. For the year 2022, the county reported a crime rate of approximately 1,456 incidents per 100,000 residents. Below is a breakdown of crime statistics for the same year:

These values reflect a general trend of lower crime rates in smaller, rural communities like Stokes County, which has a population of around 45,000 residents.