Beaver County

As of the 2020 Census, Beaver County, Oklahoma, had a population of approximately 5,311 people. The county's racial makeup was predominantly White (83.5%), with Hispanic or Latino residents making up 15.9%. The remainder included Native Americans, African Americans, Asians, and individuals of two or more races. The median household income was around $53,750, and about 13.7% of the population lived below the poverty line. The population density was roughly 2.3 people per square mile, reflecting its largely rural character.

As of recent data, Beaver County, OK has a median home value of approximately $92,000. The median rent is around $650 per month. The county's homeownership rate is 78.3%, and the average household size is 2.4 individuals. Housing units total approximately 2,400, with about 68% being single-family homes. The vacancy rate stands at around 12%. These values provide a snapshot of the housing market in this rural county.

Beaver County, Oklahoma conducts elections aligned with state and federal schedules. Local elections include county commissioner seats, sheriff, treasurer, and school board positions. For the 2022 general election, Beaver County recorded a 56.4% voter turnout.

Key results:

• County Commissioner District 1: Candidate A (Republican) secured 62% (1,235 votes) against Candidate B (Democrat) at 38% (755 votes).
• Sheriff: Incumbent (Republican) re-elected with 71% (3,014 votes) over challenger (Independent) at 29% (1,231 votes).

Federal elections:

• U.S. Senate: Incumbent James Lankford (Republican) received 75% (8,450 votes) vs. challenger Madison Horn (Democrat) at 21% (2,394 votes).
• U.S. House District 3: Frank Lucas elected with 79% (12,345 votes) over Democratic opponent Mary Brannon at 21% (3,279 votes).

Please verify with local sources for any specific changes or updates in candidate listings and voter statistics.

Beaver County, OK, has a lower educational attainment compared to state and national averages. Approximately 83.9% of residents aged 25 and over have at least a high school diploma, while 17.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This contrasts with the national averages of around 88% for high school completion and 33.1% for bachelor's degree attainment, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. Oklahoma, overall, sits between these figures, with about 87% of residents having completed high school and 26.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Beaver County's numbers indicate a need for educational improvement to meet broader benchmarks.

As of the latest data, Beaver County, Oklahoma has a labor force participation rate of around 60%, with an unemployment rate of approximately 3.4%, which is lower than the national average of 3.8% and slightly lower than Oklahoma's state average of 3.5%. The total employment figure for the county is roughly 2,500 people.

Top industries in Beaver County include agriculture, particularly cattle ranching and farming (employing about 30% of the labor force), oil and natural gas extraction (roughly 20%), and education and healthcare services (around 15%). In comparison, the national average employment share in agriculture is about 1.3%, signifying Beaver County's strong agricultural focus. The oil and gas industry's employment is also notably higher compared to the national average of less than 1%. Education and healthcare employment in Beaver County is slightly below the national average of approximately 23%.

As of the latest data, the average household income in Beaver County, OK, is approximately $51,000 per year. This figure is below both the national average and the state of Oklahoma's average. Nationally, the average household income is around $68,700, while Oklahoma's state average is about $60,000.

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Beaver County's income levels reflect the economic conditions typical of more rural areas, which often have lower average incomes compared to urban regions. Despite this, the cost of living in Beaver County is generally lower, which can offset some of the income discrepancies.

As of the most recent data, Beaver County, OK, has a lower crime rate compared to both the national and state averages. The county's overall crime rate is approximately 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crimes are relatively rare, making up only a small fraction of the total crime rate.

This data indicates that Beaver County is relatively safe with property crimes being more common than violent crimes.