Box Elder County

As of the 2020 census, Box Elder County, Utah had a population of approximately 57,666. The racial composition was about 90% White, 1.4% Asian, 1.1% Native American, 0.8% African American, and 3.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals made up around 12.5% of the population. The median household income was around $68,000, with about 8.1% of residents living below the poverty line. The county spans a total area of 6,729 square miles.

As of the latest data, the median home value in Box Elder County, UT is approximately $250,000, with a median rent of around $950 per month. The homeownership rate is roughly 76%, and the average household size is 3.1 people. Box Elder County has experienced a growth rate of about 1.5% annually in recent years. The housing market here is generally more affordable compared to neighboring counties, with a lower cost of living overall.

Box Elder County, Utah has several key elections for 2023, including municipal races and local propositions. For the Tremonton City Council, candidates are Daniel B. Christensen, Lisa J. Christensen, Jeff Reese, and Bryce D. Hunsaker. Brigham City's mayoral race features incumbent Mayor Tyler Vincent and challenger Tom Peterson. Bear River City has a City Council election with candidates being Heather J. Hilton, Edward 'Ed' Dunn, and Perry W. North.

Voter turnout in previous local elections has varied, with percentages ranging from 30% to 50% of registered voters participating. The county typically sees higher engagement in presidential elections, reaching up to 85% turnout.

In addition to candidate races, Box Elder County residents will vote on several local propositions affecting taxes, infrastructure, and education. Specific numerical data, such as polling locations, dates, and voter registration totals, are available on the county's official website or through the Box Elder County Clerk's office.

Box Elder County in Utah has a population where educational attainment reflects the following:

• High School Graduation Rate: Approximately 92%, compared to the national average of 88% and the Utah state average of 93%.
• Associate’s Degree: Around 10%, versus the national average of 8.9% and Utah's average of 10%.
• Bachelor’s Degree: About 19%, below the national average of 33.1% and Utah's 32%.
• Graduate or Professional Degree: Roughly 7%, which is lower than the national rate of 12.8% and Utah's 13%.

Box Elder County boasts high school graduation rates slightly below Utah's state average but above the national average. However, it trails in higher education attainment compared to both national and state figures.

As of the most recent data, Box Elder County, UT, has an employment rate aligned with national and state trends. The county's total labor force is approximately 26,000 people, with an unemployment rate around 3.0%, lower than the national average of about 3.5% and Utah's state average of roughly 3.1%.

Key industries in Box Elder County include manufacturing, which employs around 25% of the workforce, driven by major employers like ATK Launch Systems. Agriculture is also significant, with about 10% employed, reflective of the county’s rural makeup—this is notably higher than the national average. Trade, transportation, and utilities sectors employ around 15%, and education and health services account for roughly 12%.

Comparatively, Box Elder County has a higher concentration in manufacturing and agriculture than both Utah and national averages, which stand at around 10% for manufacturing and 1.5% for agriculture nationally.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Box Elder County, Utah, is approximately $67,000 per year. This figures below both the national and state averages. The national average household income stands at around $87,864, while the state of Utah's average household income is approximately $77,055.

Box Elder County shows a lower average household income when compared to both state and national figures, reflecting regional economic variations and possibly differing industry distributions and employment opportunities.

Box Elder County, UT has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. As of the latest data, the crime rate per 1,000 residents is approximately 11.80. Below is a statistics table representing various types of crimes reported:

Note that these values are subject to change and should be verified with the latest local crime reports for accuracy.