Perry County Public RecordsIllinois

Perry County, Illinois, has about 13,000 registered voters out of a population of 20,000. The county conducts general, primary, and consolidated elections, with recent turnout around 55%. In the 2020 presidential election, 68% voted Republican and 30% Democrat. There are 25 polling locations managed by the County Clerk’s Office. Key issues include jobs and healthcare. Administrative tasks include maintaining voter rolls and polling security. Both major parties are active locally. Updated voter registration or polling location info is available at the Perry County Clerk’s official website.

Perry County, IL, has a crime rate lower than the national average, with about 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crime accounts for approximately 2.5 incidents per 1,000 people, while property crime is around 15.7 per 1,000. The Sheriff’s Office encourages community reporting via its tip line and online portal; in 2023, local law enforcement responded to over 900 reported incidents. Overall, Perry County is considered relatively safe, with proactive policing and community involvement helping keep crime rates stable.

As of the 2020 Census, Perry County, IL, had a population of 20,945. The median age was 41.2 years, with 51% male and 49% female. The racial makeup was 86.2% White, 7.6% Black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 2.2% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents made up 3.3% of the population.

Perry County, IL, features several public school districts, including Pinckneyville Community High School and Du Quoin High School. The high school graduation rate is around 90%, while approximately 13% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The county has roughly 15 public schools. Test scores for students are near the Illinois state average. Adult education is supported through local community colleges. School safety is a priority, with schools implementing standard security measures. Educational programs include advanced placement and vocational training, enhancing post-graduation opportunities for students.

As of 2023, Perry County, IL has an employment rate of approximately 58%, with the labor force primarily engaged in health care and social assistance (18%), manufacturing (16%), and retail trade (12%). Top occupation types include production, office and administrative support, and sales. Notably, about 73% of workers commute outside the county, with many traveling to Williamson and Jackson counties for employment. The average commute time is around 25 minutes, and about 84% of commuters drive alone to work.

Perry County, IL, has a homeownership rate of about 73%, with median home values around $96,000 and median gross rents near $700. The property market has seen modest growth, with values rising roughly 5% in recent years. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes, with some duplexes and apartments, found in communities like Du Quoin and Pinckneyville. Property tax rates average 2.1% of assessed value, typical for southern Illinois. Neighborhoods offer a mix of historic and newer homes, appealing to families, retirees, and renters alike, with affordable options compared to statewide averages.