Juniata County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Juniata County, PA has a population of approximately 23,886. The demographic composition is predominantly White at about 96.9%, with small percentages of other races: Black or African American (0.8%), Asian (0.3%), and those identifying as two or more races (1.4%). About 1.8% identify as Hispanic or Latino. The median age is around 42.6 years, and the median household income is approximately $54,382. The county spans an area of 394 square miles.

As of the most recent data, Juniata County, PA has a median home value of approximately $160,000. The county sees an average annual appreciation rate of around 3%. The homeownership rate is about 81%, with renters making up the remaining 19%. Median rent is approximately $700 per month. Housing stock consists primarily of single-family homes, with a smaller proportion of multi-family units. New construction is limited, maintaining a relatively low turnover in the housing market. The average household size is 2.5 persons. The vacancy rate hovers around 13%, reflecting some unoccupied seasonal and occasional use properties.

Juniata County, PA, participates in local, state, and federal elections as part of the larger electoral process in Pennsylvania. Voter turnout and candidate offerings may vary by election cycle. Here’s a snapshot of recent election information:

2022 General Elections:

• Voter Turnout: Approx. 63%
• Key Races:
  • Governor: Josh Shapiro (D), Doug Mastriano (R)
  • US Senate: John Fetterman (D), Mehmet Oz (R)
  • US House, PA's 12th District: Summer Lee (D), Mike Doyle (R)

2023 Local Elections:

• Key Offices: County Commissioners, School Boards, Judges, and various municipal positions.
• Primary Candidates often include a mix of incumbents and newcomers from both the Republican and Democratic parties, with independent candidates occasionally.

Polling places are set up across various precincts, with election results typically posted on the Juniata County official website or the PA Department of State website after the polls close.

As of the latest available data, Juniata County, PA, has significant educational statistics that can be compared to state and national averages. In Juniata County, approximately 85% of adults (25 years and older) hold at least a high school diploma, which is slightly below the national average of about 90% and the Pennsylvania state average of 91%. Additionally, around 15% of Juniata County residents possess a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33% and the state average of 32%. These figures suggest that Juniata County trails behind both the national and Pennsylvania averages in terms of higher education attainment. Furthermore, early childhood and K-12 education metrics show local schools performing at or slightly below state standardized testing averages, reflecting the broader educational attainment trends in the county.

As of the latest available data, Juniata County, PA has a labor force participation rate of approximately 55.1%, lower than the national average of around 61.4% and Pennsylvania's average of 61.7%. The unemployment rate stands at around 5.7%, compared to the national average of about 6% and the state's 6.5%.

Top industries in Juniata County include manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare. Manufacturing employs about 30% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5% and the state's 10%. Agriculture is also prominent, constituting around 14% of the employment compared to the national average of 1.3% and Pennsylvania's 1.5%. Healthcare employs about 12% of the local workforce, in line with both the national and state averages which hover around 13-14%.

Overall, Juniata County displays a strong manufacturing and agricultural employment base, diverging from broader national and state trends.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Juniata County, PA is approximately $55,000. This is significantly lower than both the national average and Pennsylvania state average. Specifically, the median household income in the United States is around $68,700, and Pennsylvania’s average sits at about $63,500.

Here’s a concise comparison:

Juniata County falls below both the state and national averages, indicating a local economy that might face more financial constraints compared to broader regions.

As of the latest data available, Juniata County, Pennsylvania, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The data highlights the following annual reported incidents:

Juniata County's crime rate of violent crimes is approximately 1.2 per 1,000 residents, and the property crime rate is around 6.6 per 1,000 residents, which is significantly lower than the national average of 3.7 and 21.1, respectively. These statistics reflect a generally safe environment with particular attention to lower instances of violent crime.