Davidson County Public RecordsNorth Carolina

Davidson County, NC, operates 36 public schools, including 7 high schools, serving over 18,200 students. The high school graduation rate is approximately 87%, while about 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average public school student-teacher ratio is 15:1, and schools score around 5/10 on GreatSchools ratings. Davidson County emphasizes school safety through resource officers and anti-bullying programs. Educational offerings include AP courses, vocational training, and adult education programs such as GED preparation, helping improve community skills and career readiness.

Davidson County, NC, has an employment rate of approximately 57% among residents aged 16 and older. Major industries include manufacturing (22%), health care and social assistance (16%), and retail trade (11%). The leading occupations are production (15%), office/administrative support (13%), and sales (10%). Around 84% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 25 minutes. Most employment is local, but about 32% of residents work outside the county, especially in neighboring Forsyth and Guilford counties.

Davidson County, NC, has a homeownership rate of about 73%, with median home values around $200,000 as of 2024. The median monthly rent is approximately $1,100. Single-family homes dominate, but townhomes and apartments are available, especially in Lexington and Thomasville neighborhoods. Property values have risen ~6% year-over-year, reflecting steady demand. Property taxes average 0.82% of assessed value, among the lower rates in NC. Popular areas include Arcadia and Welcome, known for family-friendly communities and access to amenities.

Davidson County, NC reported a crime rate of 2,578 per 100,000 residents in 2023, with property crimes comprising 82% and violent crimes 18% of incidents. The overall crime rate is slightly below the national average. The Davidson County Sheriff’s Office handled over 6,000 calls in 2023, emphasizing community outreach and prevention. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities via the non-emergency line or Crimestoppers, contributing to a 15% decrease in burglaries and a 10% increase in case resolutions year-over-year.

Davidson County, NC, has over 109,000 registered voters as of 2024, with Republican registration outnumbering Democrats, followed by a growing unaffiliated segment. Voters participate in municipal, county, state, and federal elections, with turnout ranging from 20% in primaries to over 65% for general elections. The county, leaning Republican, supported GOP candidates by 70% margins in recent cycles. Administered by the Davidson County Board of Elections with 36 polling locations, major issues include education funding and economic development. The two main parties—Republican and Democratic—dominate, though local races occasionally feature unaffiliated candidates.

As of 2023, Davidson County, NC, has an estimated population of about 171,000. The median age is approximately 43 years. The gender distribution is nearly even, with 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the county is 80% White, 11% Black or African American, 1% Asian, and around 6% Hispanic or Latino of any race. Other races and those identifying with two or more races make up the remainder.