Van Wert County

Van Wert County, Ohio has a population of approximately 28,744 people. The racial makeup is predominantly White at around 96%, with smaller percentages of Black or African American (0.5%), Asian (0.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (2%). The median household income is about $50,643, and the poverty rate is approximately 12.5%. The county covers an area of 410 square miles, with a population density of about 70 people per square mile. The median age is roughly 42 years.

(Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 data)

As of 2021, Van Wert County, OH, has a median home value of approximately $101,000. The median rent is around $720 per month. The county features a homeowner rate of about 73.8%, with an average household size of 2.5 persons. Housing units total about 12,000, with a vacancy rate near 10%. The area reflects a mix of single-family homes, rental properties, and agricultural land, providing diverse living options.

For Van Wert County, OH, detailed and up-to-date election information, including numerical values and candidate specifics, can be obtained through the Van Wert County Board of Elections. You can visit their official website or contact their office directly. Generally, election details include:

• Key dates for voter registration, absentee voting, and Election Day.
• Lists of candidates for local offices such as county commissioners, sheriffs, treasurers, and judges.
• Results and turnout numbers for previous elections.

Typically, candidate listings include party affiliations and the positions they are running for, such as:

• County Commissioner: Candidate A (Republican), Candidate B (Democrat)
• Sheriff: Candidate X (Incumbent), Candidate Y (Challenger)

For the most accurate and recent information, please refer to the Van Wert County Board of Elections website or call their office directly.

Van Wert County, OH, has a relatively moderate education level compared to state and national averages. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately 88.9% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma, slightly above the Ohio state average of 88.5%. However, the percentage of residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher is about 13.9%, which falls below the Ohio state average of 28.3% and the national average of 33.1%. This indicates that while high school education completion is relatively strong, higher education attainment in Van Wert County lags behind both state and national metrics.

As of the latest data, Van Wert County, Ohio has an employment rate of about 95.2%, aligning closely with the national average of around 96%. However, the county's unemployment rate of approximately 4.8% is slightly higher than the national rate of 3.8%.

Top industries in Van Wert County include manufacturing, healthcare, retail trade, and agriculture. Manufacturing is particularly dominant, comprising about 25% of the local employment, significantly higher than the national average of around 11% for this sector. Healthcare and social assistance account for around 15%, slightly below the national average of 16%. Retail trade employs about 13% of the workforce, comparable to the national average of 12%.

In comparison to state averages, Ohio’s manufacturing rate is about 16%, less than Van Wert but still higher than the national average, which highlights Van Wert's particular strength in this sector.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Van Wert County, OH is approximately $51,000. For comparison, the median household income for the state of Ohio is around $56,000, while the national median household income is approximately $68,700.

Here's a statistical table for clarity:

Van Wert County's income figures are below both the state and national averages, indicating a lower median income level in this county compared to wider benchmarks. This highlights potential economic disparities within Ohio and the broader national context.

As of the most recent data available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, Van Wert County, OH, has relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The county reported a total of 200 criminal incidents in the past year. The breakdown of crime types and their respective occurrences are listed in the table below:

These figures are subject to change as new data becomes available and may vary slightly based on different reporting sources. It's important to review the most recent crime reports for up-to-date statistics.