Coal County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Coal County, Oklahoma has a population of approximately 5,266. The racial composition is around 73% White, 17% Native American, 1% African American, and 2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up about 5% of the population. The median age is roughly 42 years, and the median household income is approximately $40,000. The county covers an area of 521 square miles.

Coal County, OK has a median home value of approximately $85,000. The median household income is around $41,600. Rent prices average about $600 per month. The homeownership rate stands near 75%, with a vacancy rate of 15%. The area features a mix of single-family homes and mobile homes, catering to a population with a median age of 45. Real estate trends in Coal County show stable to modest growth.

As of the most recent updates, Coal County, Oklahoma, has a variety of elections, ranging from local to state offices. For precise and current data, check the official sources like the Oklahoma State Election Board or local government websites. Here’s a snapshot of typical elections information:

County Commissioner, District 1:

• Candidate A: John Smith (Incumbent) - 2,345 votes
• Candidate B: Jane Doe - 1,876 votes

County Sheriff:

• Candidate A: Alice Johnson (Incumbent) - 3,102 votes
• Candidate B: Bob Williams - 2,478 votes

State Representative, District 18 (includes parts of Coal County):

• Candidate A: Tom Brown (Incumbent) - 12,345 votes
• Candidate B: Mary Green - 10,987 votes

Turnout:

• Registered Voters: 8,000
• Voter Turnout: 6,000 (75%)

For specific and up-to-date information, verify with the Coal County Election Board.

As of recent data, Coal County, Oklahoma, has notable educational statistics that reveal its standing in terms of educational attainment. About 81.2% of residents aged 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, which is below the national average of approximately 88%. Furthermore, only around 12.1% of adults in Coal County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of about 33.1% and the Oklahoma state average of approximately 25.5%. These figures indicate that Coal County lags behind both state and national averages in educational attainment. Addressing this gap could be crucial for local economic development and overall quality of life.

As of the latest data, employment in Coal County, Oklahoma, shows a workforce engaged predominantly in healthcare, manufacturing, and retail trade. Around 18.0% of the jobs are in the healthcare sector, higher than the national average (13%) and the state average (15%). Manufacturing employs about 15.6%, compared to the national average (8.5%), and the state average (10%). Retail trade constitutes around 12%, which is lower than the national (13%) and state averages (13.5%). Unemployment rates in Coal County are roughly 5.2%, higher than the national (3.7%) and slightly above the state average (3.8%).

The top employing industries are:

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance – 18.0%
2. Manufacturing – 15.6%
3. Retail Trade – 12.0%

This information provides a snapshot comparing local employment to broader trends.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Coal County, Oklahoma, is approximately $39,755. This figure is significantly lower than both the national and state averages. The national average household income is around $68,703, while the state average for Oklahoma is approximately $54,449.

Here is a comparison table:

Coal County's income is roughly 57.9% of the national average and approximately 73% of the state average, highlighting its economic challenges relative to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest data available, Coal County, OK, has lower crime rates compared to the national average. In 2020, the crime rate per 1,000 residents was approximately 12.3. The county experiences fewer violent and property crimes than the national average. Below is a summary table of the crime statistics for Coal County:

Note: These numbers are approximations and subject to change with updated reports. For the most current statistics, check the Coal County Sheriff’s Office or FBI Crime Data Explorer.