Wexford County Public RecordsMichigan

Wexford County, Michigan, had approximately 24,000 registered voters for the 2022 general election. The county holds primary, general, and special elections, with 25 polling locations across 28 precincts. In the 2020 presidential race, 65% voted Republican, 33% Democrat. Key issues include education and infrastructure funding. The County Clerk’s office oversees election administration, ensuring compliance with state laws. Both Republican and Democratic parties are active locally, with about 60% of voters typically turning out in presidential elections.

Wexford County, MI, has 16 public schools, including 2 high schools, serving over 6,000 K-12 students. About 87% of adults have a high school diploma, while 16% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Average standardized test scores are below the state average, with M-STEP proficiency around 37% for English and math. School safety initiatives are in place, with less than 1 reported serious incident per 100 students annually. Local districts offer career-tech and adult education programs, fostering lifelong learning and workforce readiness.

As of the latest data, Wexford County, MI, has an employment rate of approximately 58%. Major industries include health care and social assistance (20%), manufacturing (17%), and retail trade (13%). The predominant occupation types are production, office/administrative support, and sales. About 77% of workers commute alone by car, with a mean travel time of 23 minutes. The majority of employees work within Wexford, though a notable portion commutes to nearby counties such as Grand Traverse and Missaukee for employment.

Wexford County, MI, has a homeownership rate of approximately 80%, with a median home value around $168,000 as of 2023. The median gross rent is about $825 per month. The local housing market has seen values rise roughly 6% year-over-year. Housing types are primarily single-family homes, with some multi-family units and mobile homes. Notable neighborhoods include Cadillac, Manton, and Buckley. Property taxes average 1.36% of assessed value, resulting in an annual tax of about $2,285 on a median-priced home. Rental and purchase affordability remains favorable compared to statewide averages.

Wexford County, MI, reports a relatively low crime rate compared to state averages. In 2022, the total crime rate was approximately 1,375 incidents per 100,000 residents, lower than Michigan’s average of 2,022. Violent crime, including assault and robbery, accounted for around 227 per 100,000, while property crime (theft, burglary) was 1,148 per 100,000. Local law enforcement emphasizes community policing, and residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity via the county Sheriff’s Office. Overall, Wexford County is considered a safe area with crime rates steadily declining over recent years.

Wexford County, Michigan, has an estimated population of about 34,500 (2022). The median age is around 43 years, with 21% under 18 and 20% aged 65 or older. The gender split is nearly even, with 50.1% female and 49.9% male. Racially, the population is predominantly White (93.4%), with smaller groups including Black or African American (0.5%), Native American (1.0%), Asian (0.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (2.3%).