Madison County Public RecordsOhio

Madison County, OH, has 6 public high schools and over 15 K–12 schools serving around 5,000 students. Approximately 90% of adults have a high school diploma, while 18% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety scores are above state averages, with most districts implementing SROs and anti-bullying initiatives. Specialized programs include STEM, vocational training, and dual enrollment for college credit. Average district test scores are slightly above the state average, with a combined math and reading proficiency of 62%. Adult education is available through community colleges and local extension programs.

As of 2022, Madison County, OH, reports an employment rate of 63.3%. Major industries include manufacturing (19.2%), health care and social assistance (15.4%), and retail trade (11.3%). Leading occupations are production (12.8%), management (10.9%), and office/administrative support (10.6%). Approximately 70% of workers commute outside the county, with Columbus being a primary employment destination. The average commute time is 27.2 minutes.

Madison County, OH, has a homeownership rate of around 74%, with rentals making up 26% of housing. The median home value is approximately $227,000, reflecting a 5% annual increase. Housing types include single-family homes, townhouses, and some apartments, particularly in London, the largest city. Neighborhoods such as Choctaw Lake and West Jefferson are sought after for their community amenities. Property taxes average 1.4% of assessed home value. The rental market offers median monthly rents around $1,100. Market trends show steady demand, with inventory remaining moderate and prices expected to rise modestly in 2024.

Madison County, OH, had 28,432 registered voters as of November 2023. The Board of Elections administers primary, general, and special elections, with major parties being Republican and Democrat. In the 2022 general election, 68% of voters participated, with Republicans receiving 65% of the vote in countywide races. Polling takes place at 32 locations across 14 precincts. Recent issues included local school levies and a countywide EMS funding proposal. Results and registration can be tracked via the county’s official website, with absentee and early voting widely utilized, comprising 22% of total ballots cast in 2022.

Madison County, OH, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to state and national averages. In 2022, the county reported a total of 224 crimes, including 18 violent crimes (7.5 per 10,000 residents) and 206 property crimes (86 per 10,000 residents). Law enforcement agencies actively encourage reporting via the county sheriff’s office and local police departments. The overall safety index for Madison County is 69, making it one of the safer counties in Ohio. Continuous community policing and crime prevention programs contribute to maintaining the county’s favorable safety profile.

As of the 2020 Census, Madison County, Ohio, had a population of approximately 44,731. The median age was 40.3 years, with 22% under 18 and 16% aged 65 or over. The gender distribution was nearly equal: 50.4% male and 49.6% female. Racially, the county was 89.6% White, 6.1% Black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% Native American, and 3.7% Hispanic or Latino of any race.