Brunswick County

As of the 2020 census, Brunswick County, VA has a population of approximately 15,849 people. The racial composition is about 55.2% Black or African American, 41.2% White, and 3.6% comprising other races including Asian, Native American, and Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $45,500, with 20.1% of residents living below the poverty line. The county covers a total area of 569 square miles, predominantly rural with an emphasis on agriculture and small-town communities.

As of the latest data, Brunswick County, VA, has a median home value of approximately $130,000. The median household income is around $40,000, with a homeownership rate of about 70%. There are roughly 6,000 housing units, and the vacancy rate stands near 15%. The average rent is approximately $750 per month.

For Brunswick County, VA, the 2023 elections include several key positions:

County Supervisor (District 2):

• Norman L. Bernard (D)
• Johnnie J. Sledge (I)

School Board (District 2):

• Roderick Hinton
• Nancy Freshwater

Sheriff:

• Brian M. Roberts (Incumbent, I)

Commonwealth’s Attorney:

• Lezlie S. Green (I)

Commissioner of Revenue:

• Waverly E. Henry, Jr. (D)

Treasurer:

• Barbara S. Jarrett (D)

Voter turnout statistics are not yet available for 2023. In previous elections, Brunswick County typically sees turnout ranging from 55-70% for gubernatorial and presidential elections. For local elections, turnout generally hovers around 30-45%.

Note: Verify details with the Brunswick County Voter Registration & Elections Office or their official website for the most current and detailed information.

As of the most recent data, educational attainment in Brunswick County, VA varies across different levels:

• High School Graduation Rate: Approximately 81.3% of residents aged 25 and older have graduated high school.
• Bachelor's Degree or Higher: Around 12.5% of the adult population holds a bachelor’s degree or higher.

These figures are lower compared to both state and national averages. In Virginia, the high school graduation rate stands at about 89.6%, and around 38.0% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Nationally, approximately 88.5% of individuals have graduated high school, while around 33.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

These comparisons indicate that Brunswick County falls behind both the state and national averages in educational attainment, highlighting potential areas for improvement in local education and related support services.

As of the most recent data, Brunswick County, VA has an unemployment rate of about 5.5%, slightly higher than Virginia's state average of 4.2% and the national average of 4.5%. The labor force participation rate stands at around 52.3%, which is lower than both the state and national averages of 66.0% and 63.4% respectively.

Top industries in Brunswick County include:

1. Manufacturing - Employs approximately 15% of the workforce, compared to 8% nationally and 9% statewide.
2. Healthcare and Social Assistance - Accounts for about 13% of jobs, matching the national average but slightly lower than Virginia’s 14%.
3. Retail Trade - Employs around 11%, lower than the national average of 12% and the state's 12.5%.
4. Education Services - Encompass about 10%, similar to both national and state averages.

These figures reflect the county's economic dependencies and comparative employment landscape.

As of recent data, Brunswick County, VA has a median household income of approximately $39,000. This is significantly lower than both the national and Virginia state averages. Nationally, the median household income is around $70,000, while the state of Virginia has a median household income of roughly $76,000.

Here is a comparative statistics table:

In summary, Brunswick County's income levels lag behind the national and state averages, which may reflect differences in industry, employment opportunities, and economic development within the region.

As of the latest data, Brunswick County, VA has a crime rate that is lower than the national average. The overall crime rate in Brunswick County is approximately 13.5 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Here is a breakdown of specific crime types:

These statistics indicate that Brunswick County is relatively safer when compared to both state and national averages.