Lucas County

As of the latest data, Lucas County, OH, has a population of approximately 431,000 residents. The racial composition is around 70% White, 20% Black or African American, 6% Hispanic or Latino, and 2% Asian. Median household income stands at about $44,000, with a poverty rate of 18.5%. The county has a median age of 38 years, with roughly 23% of the population under 18, and 15% aged 65 and older. Educational attainment includes 87% high school graduates and 27% holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of the latest data in 2023, the median home value in Lucas County, OH, is approximately $136,000. The average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment stands at $680. The homeownership rate is about 61%, with an average household size of 2.5 people. The housing market has seen a 7% year-over-year increase in prices. Around 10% of homes are vacant. Property tax rates hover around 1.6%, above the national average.

As of the 2023 elections in Lucas County, OH, voters will participate in several key races and issue votes. The elections will include positions such as Toledo mayor, city council seats, judicial seats, and school board positions. In the mayoral race, incumbent Wade Kapszukiewicz is running for re-election, facing challengers such as Carty Finkbeiner and Jan Scotland. For city council, several candidates are vying for at-large and district seats, with notable names like Nick Komives and Sam Melden. Judicial races include Common Pleas Court and Municipal Court judgeships. Additionally, school board elections feature candidates focused on educational policies. Voters will also decide on local levies and charter amendments. Turnout and specific results can vary, with previous elections showing voter participation in the range of 20-30% for local elections. For precise, up-to-date information, the Lucas County Board of Elections website provides detailed candidate lists, issues, and voting instructions.

As of the latest data, Lucas County, OH, has the following educational attainment statistics:

• High school diploma or equivalent: Approximately 89.2% of residents aged 25 and older
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Around 28.4% of residents aged 25 and older

Comparatively, the national averages are:

• High school diploma or equivalent: About 88.5%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Roughly 32.1%

Ohio's state averages are:

• High school diploma or equivalent: Approximately 90.3%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Around 28.9%

Lucas County's high school graduation rate is slightly above the national average but just below Ohio's state average. However, its bachelor's degree attainment is below both the national and state averages. This indicates that while foundational education levels are relatively strong, higher education attainment lags behind.

As of the latest data, Lucas County, OH, has an employment rate of around 96%, with an unemployment rate of approximately 4%—slightly higher than the national average of 3.5% but comparable to the Ohio state average. The top industries in Lucas County include healthcare and social assistance (employing 18% of the workforce), manufacturing (15%), and retail trade (10%). Nationally, the healthcare sector employs around 14%, manufacturing 8.5%, and retail 10%.

Healthcare and social assistance are particularly robust in Lucas County, owing to major employers like ProMedica. Manufacturing remains vital, historically anchored by the automotive sector but diversifying into broader industrial production. Compared to state averages, Lucas County’s reliance on healthcare slightly exceeds Ohio's 15.2% in the sector, while its manufacturing employment is higher than the national average but slightly lower than Ohio's 16.9%.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Lucas County, OH is approximately $48,000. This is lower than the median household income for the entire state of Ohio, which stands at around $56,000. Moreover, Lucas County’s median income is also below the national average, which is roughly $68,700.

Below is a comparison table of median household incomes:

These figures highlight a significant income disparity between Lucas County, the state of Ohio, and the national average, suggesting economic challenges unique to the local region.

As of the most recent data available, Lucas County, OH, has seen varying crime rates. In 2022, the overall crime rate was approximately 4,678 incidents per 100,000 residents. Property crimes dominate the statistics, followed by violent crimes. Below is a summary of key crime types and their rates:

These values provide an overview but detailed yearly reports should be consulted for trends and updates.