New Kent County

As of the 2020 census, New Kent County, VA, had a population of approximately 23,091. The racial composition was 81.4% White, 12.9% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian, 0.6% American Indian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 3.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race made up 2.8% of the population. The median household income was around $86,199, and the median age was 43.5 years. About 4.5% of the county's residents were below the poverty line.

As of 2023, New Kent County, VA, has a median home value of approximately $350,000. The real estate market shows a price per square foot averaging around $170. Home values have risen by about 5% over the past year. The average rental price for a single-family home is around $1,800 per month. The county features a mix of new developments and historic homes, with around 74% homeownership. Housing inventory remains moderately low, contributing to a seller's market.

New Kent County, VA, holds elections for various local and county-wide offices, including the Board of Supervisors, School Board, and constitutional offices such as Sheriff, Commonwealth’s Attorney, Treasurer, and Commissioner of Revenue. Recent election data, such as the number of registered voters, voter turnout, and specific vote counts, may vary each cycle.

For the 2023 local elections:

• Board of Supervisors: Candidates often run for specific districts. In the recent past, districts like District 1 through District 5 have seen a mix of incumbents and challengers.
• Sheriff: The Sheriff’s race typically features incumbents running for re-election against new challengers.
• School Board: Various seats are contentious with candidates focused on education policies and community engagement.

For the latest and most specific data, including names of current candidates and exact vote counts, refer to the New Kent County's official website or contact the New Kent County Electoral Board.

New Kent County, VA, demonstrates a commendable level of education among its residents. Approximately 92% of adults aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, which is on par with the national average of about 90%. This figure surpasses the Virginia state average of around 89%. Furthermore, about 31% of New Kent County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is slightly lower than the national average of approximately 33% but close to Virginia's state average of 38%. Overall, New Kent County's educational attainment is relatively strong, aligning closely with national and state trends in high school completion and somewhat competitive in higher education attainment.

As of recent data, New Kent County, VA, has an employment rate of approximately 95.5%. Key industries include healthcare, education, construction, retail, and public administration. In numerical terms, healthcare and social assistance employ around 13% of the workforce, education services account for 11%, construction contributes to 10%, and retail trade holds about 9%.

Comparatively, Virginia has a similar industry distribution but with higher proportions in professional and technical services. Nationally, the healthcare and social assistance sector employs around 14% of the workforce, making it slightly higher than New Kent County's proportion. Both state and national averages show similar trends but with more diversity in professional services and manufacturing.

New Kent's focus on healthcare, education, and construction aligns closely with state and nationwide trends, although it tends to have higher employment rates in public administration and construction compared to national averages.

New Kent County, Virginia, has a median household income of approximately $85,800 as of 2021. This is higher than both the national median household income, which is around $67,500, and the state median household income for Virginia, which stands at approximately $76,400. The per capita income in New Kent County is about $36,000, which also surpasses the national average per capita income of roughly $35,000, but is comparable to Virginia's state average of about $38,000.

These figures highlight that New Kent County residents generally enjoy higher income levels compared to both state and national averages.

As of the latest available data, New Kent County, VA, is generally considered to have a lower crime rate compared to the national average. The crime index for New Kent County stands at approximately 13% of the national average. Here is a breakdown of some common types of crimes based on recent statistics:

Please note that these numbers are subject to change as new data is compiled and reported. Always refer to the latest local or state crime reports for the most current statistics.