Mahoning County

As of the latest data, Mahoning County, OH, has a population of approximately 227,000 people. The racial composition is around 80% White, 15% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian, and 3.5% other races or mixed. The Hispanic or Latino population stands at about 5%. The median household income is approximately $43,000, and the poverty rate is around 17%. The median age in the county is about 43 years. Educational attainment shows that around 88% of residents have a high school diploma, and about 25% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

As of the most recent data, Mahoning County, OH has a median home value of approximately $110,000. The homeownership rate is around 70.1%, while the median household income is $45,267. Renters constitute about 30% of the population, with the median gross rent being around $650 per month. The county has witnessed a modest annual home price appreciation rate of roughly 4-5%. Total housing units number approximately 106,000, with a vacancy rate near 12%.

As of the most recent elections in Mahoning County, OH, the voter turnout was approximately 66,000 out of 169,000 registered voters. Key races included:

1. County Commissioner:

   • Carol Rimedio-Righetti (D) - Incumbent
   • Geno DiFabio (R)

2. Common Pleas Judge:

   • Anthony D’Apolito (D) - Incumbent
   • Annette Powers (R)

3. U.S. House District 6:

   • Bill Johnson (R) - Incumbent
   • Lou Lyras (D)

4. Ohio State Senate District 33:

   • Michael Rulli (R) - Incumbent
   • Bob Hagan (D)

Important local issues included school funding levies and infrastructure bonds. For detailed results, visit the Mahoning County Board of Elections website.

As of recent data, Mahoning County, OH, showcases varying educational attainment levels. Approximately 87% of residents over 25 have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of around 90%. When it comes to higher education, about 21% of Mahoning County's residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average of roughly 33%. This is also lower than the Ohio state average, where about 28% of residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher. Mahoning County's education metrics indicate a gap when compared to broader state and national statistics. Efforts are ongoing at the local level to enhance educational opportunities and outcomes.

As of the latest available data, Mahoning County, OH, has a labor force of approximately 104,000 people with an unemployment rate of around 5.5%. The top industries include healthcare and social assistance (employing approximately 25% of the workforce), manufacturing (16%), retail trade (11%), and education services (9%).

Compared to national averages, Mahoning County has a higher concentration of employment in healthcare and manufacturing. Nationally, healthcare employs about 14% and manufacturing about 8.5% of the workforce. Ohio's overall averages for these industries are also lower, with healthcare at about 16% and manufacturing at about 13%.

Mahoning County's employment in retail trade and education is closer to both state and national averages, which are typically around 11% for retail and 8-9% for education services.

These figures indicate a strong local emphasis on healthcare and manufacturing, key drivers of the county's economy.

Based on the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau:

• The median household income in Mahoning County, OH, is approximately $45,000.
• This is lower than the median household income for the state of Ohio, which is around $56,000.
• The national median household income stands at approximately $68,700.

This indicates that Mahoning County falls below both the state and national averages.

This comparative analysis highlights that Mahoning County has a lower median household income compared to broader state and national figures.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (latest data as of 2022-2023).

As of the latest available data, Mahoning County, OH has a mixed profile of crime rates.

• Violent Crime Rate: 4.8 incidents per 1,000 people.
• Property Crime Rate: 18.5 incidents per 1,000 people.

Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery, and assault. Property crimes encompass burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson.

Crime Statistics Table

These values are subject to change as new data becomes available. Community initiatives and law enforcement efforts are continuously