Gallia County

As of the most recent data, Gallia County, OH, has a population of around 29,000. The racial makeup includes approximately 94% White, 3.5% African American, and 1% Native American, with the remainder identifying as Asian or other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals account for about 1% of the population. The median household income is around $37,000, and approximately 20% of the population lives below the poverty line.

As of the most recent data, Gallia County, OH, has a median home value of approximately $110,000. The homeownership rate is around 71%, with a median rent of about $650 per month. The county features a mix of single-family homes, mobile homes, and some multi-family units. Housing availability can vary, with a vacancy rate of roughly 15%. The area sees moderate annual property appreciation, typically around 3-4%.

Gallia County, Ohio, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal positions. As of the most recent elections, key positions include county commissioners, state representatives, and court judges.

In the 2022 general elections, the county had roughly 20,548 registered voters. For the County Commissioner seat, Republican incumbent Harold Montgomery received 12,354 votes, while Democratic challenger Lisa Broyles garnered 7,104 votes.

For the State Representative 93rd District, Republican Jason Stephens won with 14,789 votes against Democrat Richard Fisher, who received 5,759 votes.

Judicial races featured incumbent Common Pleas Judge Margaret Evans, running unopposed, obtaining 15,489 votes.

Keep abreast of upcoming election cycles via the Gallia County Board of Elections website for updates on candidates and voting procedures.

As of the most recent data, Gallia County, Ohio has educational attainment levels below national and state averages. Approximately 85.6% of residents have a high school diploma, compared to the national average of around 88% and the Ohio state average of about 90.5%. Only 13.8% of Gallia County residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, whereas the national average is 33.1% and the Ohio state average is 29.5%. This indicates a need for educational improvement in the county to match broader trends in educational attainment.

As of the latest data, Gallia County, OH, had an employment rate reflective of its rural nature. The workforce largely contributes to education, healthcare, and social assistance sectors, making up about 30% of the employment base. Manufacturing also plays a significant role, employing around 15% of the workforce. Retail trade and public administration account for 10% and 8%, respectively.

In comparison, the U.S. averages for these sectors are typically more diversified, with healthcare around 14%, manufacturing at 8.5%, and retail trade at 10%. Ohio's state averages somewhat mirror national trends but with slightly higher manufacturing at about 12%.

Unemployment rates in Gallia County have been slightly higher than national and state averages. This could be attributed to the limited industrial diversity and rural setting. For accurate figures, consulting the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics updates is recommended.

As of the latest available data, Gallia County, OH reports a median household income of approximately $42,000. This figure significantly trails both the national and state averages. The median household income in the United States stands at around $68,700, while Ohio's state average is approximately $58,642. This indicates that Gallia County's median household income is about 61% of the national average and roughly 71% of the state average.

This income gap suggests economic challenges for Gallia County residents compared to those on state and national levels. Such disparities may influence various socio-economic factors within the county.

As of the latest available data, Gallia County, Ohio, has a crime rate of about 2,150 incidents per 100,000 people, higher than the national average. This includes a variety of offenses, with property crimes being more prevalent than violent crimes.

This table illustrates the breakdown of various types of crimes in Gallia County.