Huron County Public RecordsMichigan

Huron County, MI, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. According to recent FBI data, the county reported approximately 120 property crimes and 16 violent crimes in 2022, translating to a crime rate of about 8.5 per 1,000 residents. Law enforcement agencies in Huron County emphasize community policing and encourage public reporting via non-emergency lines and online crime tips, contributing to a high clearance rate of nearly 50%. Overall, Huron County is considered a safe area with vigilant safety measures in place.

Huron County, MI hosts 18 public schools, including 3 high schools. Around 87% of adults hold a high school diploma, while about 15% possess a bachelor’s degree or higher. Average standardized test scores generally rank slightly below the state average. School safety incidents are lower than the Michigan average. The county offers various educational programs, including vocational training and dual-enrollment options. Adult education services support GED completion and career readiness. Educational initiatives focus on STEM and agricultural studies to match the county’s economy.

As of 2022, Huron County, MI had an employment rate of approximately 55%. Major employment sectors include health care and social assistance (18%), manufacturing (16%), and agriculture (12%). Most workers (67%) hold jobs in management, sales, production, and related occupations. About 81% of employed residents commute by car, with an average travel time of 20 minutes; nearly 62% work within the county, while others commute to neighboring areas. The civilian labor force numbered around 13,000, with an unemployment rate near 5%.

Huron County, MI, has a homeownership rate of approximately 82%, notably higher than the state average. Median home values are around $135,000, with property values having risen about 8% in the past year. Rental properties, comprising about 18% of households, average $700 per month. Housing mainly features single-family homes and farmhouses across small towns like Bad Axe, Caseville, and Harbor Beach. Neighborhoods are generally rural and close-knit. The average property tax rate is 1.36%, resulting in annual taxes of roughly $1,800 on a median-priced home.

Huron County, MI, has around 24,000 registered voters as of 2022. Elections include primary, general, school, and local ballot issues, with 36 precincts/polling locations. In the 2020 presidential election, results showed 68% voting Republican and 31% Democrat. Common ballot issues involve township funding, agricultural policies, and school millages. Voter registration and election administration are managed by the Huron County Clerk’s Office, following Michigan election statutes. Major parties active are Republican and Democratic, with some Libertarian presence. Voter turnout averages 65% in presidential years but dips to 35% in local elections.

As of the 2020 Census, Huron County, MI has a population of about 31,500. The median age is 49.2 years, with 23.5% aged 65 or older. Females comprise 50.2% and males 49.8% of the population. Racially, the county is 95.5% White, 0.4% Black or African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 1.4% from two or more races; 3.9% are Hispanic or Latino of any race.