Ashland County

As of the latest available data, Ashland County, WI, has a population of approximately 15,500 people. The racial composition is predominantly White (around 83%), followed by Native American (about 11%), with smaller percentages of African American, Asian, and other races. The median age is roughly 44 years. The county has around 6,500 households, and the median household income is approximately $43,500, with a poverty rate near 15%.

As of recent data, Ashland County, WI has a median home value of around $127,000. The median rent is approximately $780 per month. The homeownership rate stands at 71.3%, and the vacancy rate is about 18%. Housing stock mainly consists of older homes, with 60% built before 1980.

Ashland County, Wisconsin, conducts elections for various federal, state, and local offices. During major election years, residents vote for U.S. President, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Representative, in addition to state offices like Governor, State Senators, and Assembly members. Local elections include county offices such as County Board Supervisors, Sheriff, Clerk, Treasurer, and more.

In a recent election, the voter turnout was approximately 60%. Notable candidates included:

• For Governor: Tony Evers (Democrat) and Tim Michels (Republican).
• For U.S. Senate: Ron Johnson (Republican) and Mandela Barnes (Democrat).
• For U.S. House, 7th District: Tom Tiffany (Republican) and Tricia Zunker (Democrat).

Local races included District Attorney and various supervisory positions. Voting results and more precise, up-to-date candidate information are available on the Ashland County Clerk's official website.

As of the most recent data, Ashland County, WI has varying educational attainment levels. Around 89.3% of residents aged 25 and over hold at least a high school diploma or equivalent, slightly below the national average of 91%. Approximately 19.5% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1% and Wisconsin’s state average of 30.9%. These figures suggest that Ashland County lags behind both national and state educational levels, indicating a potential focus area for county development.

As of recent data, Ashland County, WI, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 59.7%, with an unemployment rate around 4.5%. The median household income stands at about $45,000, which is below the national median of roughly $68,700 and the Wisconsin state median of around $64,000. Key industries in Ashland County include healthcare and social assistance (which employs around 19% of the workforce compared to 14% nationally), retail trade (14%, similar to the national average), and manufacturing (13%, compared to 11% nationally). Other significant sectors are educational services and accommodation and food services. The county's employment is notably higher in sectors like healthcare and education compared to national averages, reflecting local economic priorities and demographic needs.

As of the latest available data, Ashland County, Wisconsin has an average household income of approximately $47,000. In comparison, the state of Wisconsin's average household income stands at around $64,000, while the national average household income is approximately $68,000. Hence, Ashland County falls below both the state and national averages, reflecting a lower economic status relative to broader benchmarks.

This disparity illustrates the economic challenges faced by residents of Ashland County in relation to their counterparts both within Wisconsin and across the United States.

As of the latest available data, Ashland County, Wisconsin, has a crime rate of approximately 13.56 per 1,000 residents annually. The county experiences lower violent crime rates compared to the national average but shows a range in property crime rates.

Below is a summary statistics table for various types of crimes:

These values provide a snapshot of crime in Ashland County, aiding residents and officials in understanding local safety dynamics.