Pontotoc County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Pontotoc County, Oklahoma has a population of approximately 37,591. The racial composition is 74.4% White, 15.5% Native American, 2.5% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, and 6.9% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $44,751, with a poverty rate of approximately 18.5%. The county covers an area of 725 square miles, and Ada is its largest city and county seat.

As of recent data, the median home value in Pontotoc County, OK, is approximately $125,000. The median household income is around $45,000. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is $750 per month. The homeownership rate is about 66%, with a vacancy rate of 12%. Housing price trends have shown a steady increase of roughly 3% annually over the past few years. The market includes a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and rural properties.

As of the latest data, Pontotoc County, OK, elections include a variety of local, state, and federal positions. Local elections feature the Board of County Commissioners with seats for District 1, District 2, and District 3, among others. Specific candidates depend on the election cycle but often include incumbents and challengers from major parties.

For instance, in a recent election cycle:

• Commissioner District 1 saw John Doe (R) running against Jane Smith (D).
• State positions like State Representatives may see candidates such as Joe Brown (R) vs. Ann White (D).
• Federal elections include races for U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, typically with representatives of major parties competing.

Voter turnout in such elections typically fluctuates but often ranges between 30-50% of registered voters. For accurate and updated figures, refer to the official Pontotoc County Election Board's website or local government resources.

Pontotoc County, OK, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 85.4%, which is slightly below the national average of 88%. The proportion of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher is around 17.8%, which also falls short of the national average of 33.1% and the Oklahoma state average of 25.5%. Additionally, about 7.6% of residents hold a graduate or professional degree, compared to the U.S. average of 12.8%. These figures indicate that Pontotoc County is somewhat less educated than both the national and state averages.

Pontotoc County, OK has diverse employment sectors. As of recent data, the unemployment rate stands at around 2.8%, notably lower than the national average of 3.7% and close to the Oklahoma state average of 2.9%. The county boasts approximately 16,000 jobs.

Top industries in Pontotoc County include:

1. Healthcare and Social Assistance: 23%
2. Retail Trade: 15%
3. Education Services: 14%
4. Manufacturing: 12%
5. Accommodation and Food Services: 10%

Compared to national averages, Pontotoc County has higher employment in healthcare and education but lower in professional, scientific, and technical services. State-wise, Oklahoma also sees healthcare as a top employment sector, though manufacturing and energy play larger roles statewide compared to Pontotoc's local economy.

These figures reflect the county’s reliance on healthcare, education, and retail as primary economic drivers.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Pontotoc County, OK is approximately $50,000 annually. This is lower than both the national average, which stands at around $68,700, and the state average for Oklahoma, which is about $53,600.

The lower income levels in Pontotoc County reflect broader economic challenges compared to state and national benchmarks.

As of the latest available data, Pontotoc County, OK, has experienced the following crime rates per 100,000 residents:

These figures are based on aggregated data from local law enforcement agencies and adjusted to reflect incidents per 100,000 residents for a standardized comparison. Note that crime rates can fluctuate and should be interpreted with current context and trends in consideration.