Ashtabula County

As of the 2020 census, Ashtabula County, OH, has a population of approximately 97,574. The racial demographics include 90.2% White, 4.1% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 4.9% Hispanic or Latino individuals. The median household income is about $48,469, with 14.7% of the population living below the poverty line. The county covers an area of 702 square miles, making it Ohio's largest county by land area. The population density is approximately 139 people per square mile.

Ashtabula County, OH has a median home value of approximately $108,000. The median monthly rent is around $700. The homeownership rate is about 71.7%. Housing market trends indicate a slight increase in property values with an annual appreciation rate of around 4.5%. The average household size is 2.4 people. There are roughly 42,300 housing units in the county, with a vacancy rate of approximately 15%. Building permits for new residential structures have seen a modest uptick recently, reflecting growing interest in the area.

Ashtabula County, OH, has regular elections for various positions including county commissioners, judges, and local officials. Key elections often align with state and federal election dates in November and May. Numerical values, such as voter turnout, vary; for example, the 2020 presidential election saw around 74% voter turnout in the county.

Recent candidates for significant positions include:

• County Commissioner: J.P. Ducro IV (D), Kathryn Whittington (R)
• Common Pleas Court Judge: Marianne Sezon (unopposed in recent elections)

For more detailed and up-to-date election results, candidate profiles and voting information, residents should consult the Ashtabula County Board of Elections website.

Ashtabula County, OH, demonstrates educational attainment levels that are below state and national averages. According to U.S. Census data, about 86% of residents aged 25 and older are high school graduates, compared to 90.3% nationwide and 89.8% in Ohio. Approximately 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of 33.1% and Ohio's average of 28.3%. These figures indicate that Ashtabula County lags behind both state and national levels in terms of higher education achievement.

Education Attainment (Age 25+):

• High School Graduates: ~86%
  • National Average: 90.3%
  • Ohio Average: 89.8%
• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: ~15.5%
  • National Average: 33.1%
  • Ohio Average: 28.3%

These disparities highlight the need for enhanced educational initiatives in Ashtabula County to close the gap.

Ashtabula County, OH, has an employment landscape characterized by various industries. As of the most recent data:

1. Manufacturing: The largest sector, with around 6,500 jobs, accounting for approximately 25% of total employment, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5% and Ohio's average of 12.6%.
2. Healthcare and Social Assistance: Roughly 4,000 jobs, about 15% of employment, closely mirroring the national (14.8%) and state (16.4%) averages.
3. Retail Trade: Employs about 3,200 people (12% of total employment), which is slightly above the national average of 10%.
4. Educational Services: Accounting for around 2,500 jobs (10%), closely aligning with both national (9.5%) and Ohio averages.

Unemployment rates fluctuate but were around 5.5% in 2022, higher than both the national average of 4.2% and Ohio's 4.3%.

Top industries are largely mirrored but with a stronger emphasis on manufacturing compared to broader averages.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Ashtabula County, OH is approximately $48,000. In contrast, the median household income for the state of Ohio stands at about $58,000. Nationally, the median household income is approximately $68,700.

This comparison shows that Ashtabula County's median household income is below both the state and national averages.

As of the most recent data from 2019, Ashtabula County, OH, had a crime rate of 2,180 incidents per 100,000 people, which includes both violent and property crimes. The breakdown of specific crime types is shown in the table below:

These numbers indicate that Ashtabula County experiences a relatively higher rate of property crimes compared to violent crimes.

Please note that this information reflects data up to 2019. Crime statistics can vary annually, and it's essential to consult the most recent data for current trends.