Vance County

As of the 2020 Census, Vance County, NC, had a population of 42,578. The racial composition was approximately 44.7% Black or African American, 39.0% White, 11.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.3% Asian. The median age was around 41 years. The median household income was roughly $38,800, with a poverty rate of about 24%. Education-wise, around 78.7% of residents aged 25 and over had at least a high school diploma, and 15.4% had a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data, Vance County, NC, has a median home value of approximately $93,700. The median rent is around $724 per month. Around 56% of residents are homeowners, while 44% are renters. The average household size is 2.6 people. Housing stock includes a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and mobile homes. The county has experienced modest growth in property values over the past few years, following broader national trends.

As of the most recent updates, Vance County, NC, participates in both local and national elections. In the 2022 midterm elections, approximately 14,000 votes were cast in Vance County, with voter turnout at around 48%. Key races included the U.S. Senate, U.S. House (NC-1), and local positions such as the County Commissioner and Board of Education.

Candidates in notable races:

• U.S. Senate: Cheri Beasley (Democrat) vs. Ted Budd (Republican)
• U.S. House NC-1: Don Davis (Democrat) vs. Sandy Smith (Republican)
• County Commissioner District 1: incumbent Yolanda Feimster vs. challenger Michael Burns

For the latest or upcoming elections, visit the Vance County Board of Elections website or contact their office directly.

Vance County, NC, has relatively lower educational attainment levels compared to state and national averages. Approximately 75.3% of residents aged 25 and over have a high school diploma or higher, lower than the national average of 88.5% and the North Carolina state average of 87.2%. About 13.4% of Vance County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas the national average is around 33.1% and the state average is 31.3%. These statistics indicate that Vance County trails both the state and national levels in terms of educational attainment.

Sources:

• U.S. Census Bureau (www.census.gov)
• North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

As of the most recent data, Vance County, NC has notable employment statistics. The county's unemployment rate stands at approximately 7.2%, higher than both the national average of around 3.7% and the North Carolina state average of 3.9%.

Top industries in Vance County include:

1. Manufacturing (employing about 25% of the workforce)
2. Healthcare and Social Assistance (around 20%)
3. Retail Trade (approximately 13%)
4. Educational Services (about 10%)

Compared to national averages, where healthcare and retail typically dominate employment, Vance County has a significantly higher proportion of jobs in manufacturing. The county’s reliance on manufacturing is also more pronounced compared to the state average, where manufacturing jobs account for roughly 11% of employment. These figures highlight Vance County's unique industrial focus within the broader economic landscape.

As of the latest data available, Vance County, NC has a median household income of approximately $33,548. This income level is relatively lower compared to the median household income for North Carolina, which stands around $54,602, and the national median of $68,703.

Below is a comparison table of median household incomes:

Vance County's income levels indicate a notable gap when compared to both state and national averages. This disparity could be reflective of local economic conditions, employment opportunities, and other socioeconomic factors within the county.

As of the latest available data, Vance County, NC, exhibits a crime rate that is higher than the national average. The county's crime rate is approximately 42.3 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a statistics table outlining various types of crimes:

Note: Data values are rounded and may slightly vary based on yearly updates and sources.