Hardin County

As of the 2020 Census, Hardin County, Ohio has a population of approximately 30,312 people. The racial makeup is about 94% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents account for around 1.5%. The county has 12,331 households with an average household size of 2.4 persons. Median age is roughly 36.8 years. The median household income is around $46,394, with about 14.4% of the population below the poverty line.

Hardin County, OH, has a median home value of approximately $106,000 and a median rent of around $700 per month. The homeownership rate is about 70%, with a housing vacancy rate of roughly 12%. The county's median household income stands at approximately $50,000. Housing types are predominantly single-family homes.

Hardin County, OH, organizes elections for federal, state, and local offices. The Board of Elections oversees voter registration, precinct management, and the conduct of elections.

In recent cycles, the voter turnout has varied; for instance, the 2020 General Election saw roughly 73% turnout among the county's 18,000 registered voters. Key races typically feature candidates from major parties (Republican and Democratic).

For local offices, positions up for election include county commissioners, auditor, sheriff, trustees, and board of education members. Major local candidates often include incumbents from both parties and challengers, varying each cycle based on retirements and party nominations. More detailed and specific lists of candidates can be found on the Hardin County Board of Elections website or local news outlets during election periods.

To ensure timely updates, checking the official Hardin County Board of Elections website is recommended.

Hardin County, Ohio, has a moderate level of educational attainment. According to the U.S. Census Bureau data:

• Approximately 87.5% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma.
• Around 16.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Nationally, about 88.5% of adults 25 and older have a high school diploma, and 32.1% possess a bachelor's degree or higher. Within Ohio, the average educational attainment is similar to Hardin County, with approximately 89.1% of residents holding a high school diploma and around 28% having a bachelor's degree or higher.

In summary, Hardin County's high school graduation rate is slightly below the national and state averages, while the percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher is significantly lower than both the national and state figures.

As of recent data, Hardin County, OH has a labor force participation rate of approximately 61.4%. The unemployment rate is around 4.2%, slightly lower than the national average of approximately 3.8% and similar to the Ohio state average of around 4.1%. Key industries in Hardin County include manufacturing, healthcare, and educational services. Manufacturing employs about 20% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of around 8.5% for manufacturing jobs. Healthcare and educational services collectively employ about 30% of the workforce, comparable to state and national trends where these sectors are also prominent.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Hardin County, Ohio is approximately $49,000. This figure is lower than both the national median household income, which is around $67,521, and the state median household income for Ohio, which is approximately $56,602.

Hardin County lags behind both state and national averages, reflecting local economic conditions and possibly impacting available resources and quality of life factors. The difference underscores the economic diversity within states and compared to the national scenario.

As of the most recent data, Hardin County, OH, has a moderate crime rate compared to national averages.

• Violent Crime Rate: 2.2 per 1,000 residents
• Property Crime Rate: 11.5 per 1,000 residents

Below is a statistics table illustrating various types of crimes:

These values indicate that while violent crimes are relatively low, property crimes are more prevalent in Hardin County.

Note: Rates are subject to change as new data becomes available.