Henry County Public RecordsOhio

Henry County, OH, had approximately 18,000 registered voters in 2023, overseen by the Henry County Board of Elections. Voters participate in primary, general, and special elections, using 15 polling locations across the county. In the 2022 general election, 68% turnout was recorded, with 67% voting Republican and 31% Democrat in major races. Issues on recent ballots included school levies and infrastructure funding. The Board manages voter registration, election logistics, and ensures compliance with state voting laws, serving the county’s active Republican and Democratic parties.

Henry County, OH, hosts 7 public schools, including Napoleon High School, serving grades 9-12. Approximately 90% of adults hold a high school diploma, while 16% possess a bachelor’s degree or higher. The schools maintain an average student-teacher ratio of 16:1 and overall state report card scores around B. Henry County emphasizes school safety, with security protocols in place, and offers adult education programs through Northwest State Community College. Educational programs include Advanced Placement and career-technical education, supporting student achievement and workforce readiness.

As of 2022, Henry County, OH had an employment rate of approximately 60%, with around 13,500 residents employed. Major industries include manufacturing (22%), health care and social assistance (17%), and retail trade (10%). Most workers are in production, office support, and management occupations. About 84% of employees commute by car, with an average commute time of 23 minutes; over 35% work outside Henry County, primarily traveling to neighboring Lucas and Wood counties. Remote work accounts for about 6% of the workforce.

Henry County, OH, has a homeownership rate of about 78%, with median home values around $145,000 in 2023. Typical monthly rent averages $825. The local housing market has seen modest price growth of about 3% year-over-year. Housing is predominantly single-family homes, with newer developments and traditional neighborhoods like Napoleon and Liberty Center. Property taxes average 1.4% of assessed value. The area offers affordable living, with quiet, family-oriented communities.

As of the 2020 Census, Henry County, OH, had a population of approximately 27,662. The median age was about 41.8 years. Males comprised 49.5% and females 50.5%. Racially, the population was 92.6% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Native American, and 2.1% of two or more races. Approximately 6.7% identified as Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Henry County, OH, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. In 2023, the violent crime rate was approximately 1.2 per 1,000 residents—significantly below Ohio’s average of 3.2. Property crime stood at 7.6 per 1,000, compared to the state’s 16. Robinson Township and Napoleon report the highest incidents. The sheriff’s office encourages community reporting via their tip hotline and online portal, which helped resolve 68% of cases last year. Overall, Henry County remains one of Ohio's safer rural areas according to FBI crime statistics.