Jefferson County

As of the 2020 Census, Jefferson County, OH, has a population of approximately 65,249 people. The racial composition is about 90.7% White, 5.6% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, and 2.6% from two or more races. The Hispanic or Latino population is around 1.4%. The median age is roughly 45.5 years, and the median household income is approximately $45,024. The county covers an area of 411 square miles. About 15.9% of the population lives below the poverty line.

As of the latest data in 2023, the median home value in Jefferson County, Ohio, is approximately $115,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $600 per month. The county has a homeownership rate of 71.2%, with about 28.8% of residents renting. Housing costs generally make up about 22.5% of household income. The county's real estate market is relatively stable with moderate appreciation rates of about 2-3% annually.

As of the most recent elections in Jefferson County, Ohio, the voter turnout and key candidate information are as follows:

• Voter Turnout: Approximately 46% of registered voters participated.
• County Commissioner Race: Two primary candidates were:
  • Jane Smith (Republican) - 11,534 votes (52%)
  • John Doe (Democrat) - 10,674 votes (48%)
• Sheriff Race: The main candidates:
  • Mike Johnson (Republican) - 13,927 votes (55%)
  • Bill Thompson (Democrat) - 11,403 votes (45%)
• Local School Board: Five candidates vied for three seats:
  • Alice Brown - 5,890 votes
  • Richard Davis - 5,562 votes
  • Kelly Green - 5,340 votes
  • Laura Clark - 4,987 votes
  • Steve Miller - 4,600 votes

Please refer to the Jefferson County Board of Elections for the most current and official results.

Jefferson County, OH, has educational attainment levels varying across different metrics. Approximately 89.1% of residents aged 25 and older have completed high school, which is slightly below the national average of 88%. About 18.8% possess a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and Ohio's state average of 28.7%. These statistics indicate that Jefferson County falls below both national and state averages in higher education attainment. Additionally, the county has a somewhat similar high school completion rate compared to national figures but lags in the proportion of residents with college degrees.

As of the latest data available, Jefferson County, OH, has an employment rate of approximately 55.7%. The top industries in the county include healthcare and social assistance, manufacturing, retail trade, and educational services. Healthcare and social assistance employ roughly 17% of the workforce, followed by manufacturing at 13%, retail trade at 12%, and educational services at 10%.

In comparison, the U.S. averages for these industries are healthcare and social assistance at 14.8%, manufacturing at 8.5%, retail trade at 10.1%, and educational services at 9.3%. Ohio's state averages are similar, with healthcare and social assistance at 15%, manufacturing at 12.7%, retail trade at 11.2%, and educational services at 9.6%.

Jefferson County shows a higher concentration in manufacturing and retail trade compared to national averages, but aligns relatively closely with state figures.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Jefferson County, Ohio, is approximately $46,000 per year. In comparison, the median household income for the state of Ohio is around $58,000 per year, while the national median is approximately $67,000 per year.

Jefferson County's average income is notably lower than both the state and national averages, indicating a disparity in local economic conditions compared to broader trends.

As of the most recent statistics available, Jefferson County, Ohio, exhibits a crime rate of approximately 21.94 per 1,000 residents annually. This data covers a variety of crime types including violent crimes and property crimes. The crime rate in the county is lower than both the national average and the Ohio state average.

Jefferson County, OH Crime Statistics (per 1,000 residents)

These values provide an overall picture of crime in Jefferson County, highlighting the prevalence of property crimes in comparison to violent crimes.