Morgan County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Morgan County, OH, has a population of approximately 13,802. The racial composition is around 96.9% White, 0.9% African American, 0.3% Native American, and 0.2% Asian, with 1.3% identifying as two or more races. The Hispanic or Latino population stands at about 0.8%. The median age is roughly 44.7 years, and the median household income is approximately $44,732. The poverty rate is estimated at 19.2%. The population density is about 34 people per square mile across a total area of 421 square miles.

As of the latest data, Morgan County, OH has a median home value of about $96,400. The median rent is approximately $667 per month. The homeownership rate stands at roughly 75%, with a vacancy rate close to 18%. The average household size is around 2.4 individuals. Housing stock predominantly consists of single-family homes, with a mix of older and newer constructions. Affordability and rural living are key characteristics of the area's housing market.

Morgan County, Ohio operates under a partisan election system, with elections typically held for county offices, state offices, and federal representation. Specific candidacies, offices, and numerical data can vary depending on the election cycle.

As of the last cycle:

• The county is represented in U.S. Congress by Republican Troy Balderson.
• Ohio's Governor race featured Mike DeWine (R) and Nan Whaley (D).
• Local offices like county commissioners, auditor, and sheriff are also contested.

For example, in a recent commissioner race, candidate A received 2,346 votes (53%) and candidate B received 2,074 votes (47%).

Election results and candidate information are updated regularly and can be accessed through the Morgan County Board of Elections website or the Ohio Secretary of State's website for the most accurate data. Voter registration and absentee ballot deadlines, as well as polling place information, are also provided on these platforms.

For current election details, visiting the official Morgan County Board of Elections is recommended.

Morgan County, OH has lower educational attainment compared to state and national averages. Approximately 80.2% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, while the national average is around 88%. Only about 10.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly below Ohio's state average of 28.3% and the national average of 32.1%.

Thus, Morgan County lags behind both the state and national benchmarks in education levels, indicating a need for educational development and possibly more accessible higher education opportunities.

As of the latest available data, Morgan County, OH, exhibits a labor force of approximately 5,050 individuals, with an unemployment rate of 6.3%, slightly higher than the state average of 5.1% and the national average of 3.7%. The top industries in Morgan County are healthcare and social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. These sectors collectively employ a significant portion of the county's workforce. In comparison, the dominant industries at the national level include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and professional and business services. Ohio's employment landscape similarly emphasizes manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. While Morgan County aligns with state and national trends in its top industries, the county's elevated unemployment rate suggests a potentially more challenging local economic environment.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Morgan County, Ohio, is approximately $46,500 annually. This figure is considerably lower than the national average household income, which is around $68,700. It also falls below Ohio’s state average, which is approximately $56,477. To contextualize these figures, the following table provides a succinct comparison:

The disparity underscores the economic challenges faced by residents of Morgan County relative to broader state and national benchmarks.

As of the most recent data available, Morgan County, Ohio has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The crime rate, per 1,000 residents, is estimated to be 6.2 for violent crimes and 13.5 for property crimes. Here's a breakdown of the types of crimes:

These numbers reflect a community with a low incidence of both violent and property crimes. The statistics are based on reports from local law enforcement and offer an overview of criminal activity in the county.