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As of 2023, Ventura County, CA has a population of approximately 839,000. The median age is about 38.9 years, with 50.2% female and 49.8% male residents. Racially, the population is 41% Hispanic or Latino, 43% White (non-Hispanic), 7% Asian, 2% Black or African American, and 7% other or multiracial groups.

Ventura County, CA, with over 500,000 registered voters as of 2024, conducts primaries, general, and special elections for local, state, and federal offices. In recent presidential elections, Democrats received about 56% of the vote, Republicans 41%. The county offers more than 20 in-person polling locations plus mail-in ballots. Key issues include housing, water, and wildfire prevention. The Ventura County Elections Division administers elections, ensuring accessibility and integrity. Major parties are Democratic and Republican, with a notable 20% of voters registered as No Party Preference.

Ventura County, CA hosts 19 public high schools and over 300 K-12 schools, with 32.5% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average high school graduation rate is 91%, while schools like Westlake High and Newbury Park High score above state averages (8/10 per GreatSchools). The Ventura County Office of Education offers robust adult education and career technical programs. School safety is a priority, with schools averaging low incident rates annually. Enrichment ranges from STEM to arts, supporting diverse learning needs.

Ventura County, CA, reported an unemployment rate of 4.5% in early 2024. Top employment sectors include healthcare (15%), education (13%), and manufacturing (11%). Major occupational groups are office/administrative (18%), sales (14%), and management (11%). About 75% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 27 minutes, and 30% of employed residents work outside the county, especially in Los Angeles.

Ventura County, CA, features a median home price around $770,000 and a median rent of $2,800/month. Around 64% of residents own homes, while 36% rent. Property values have risen roughly 5% year-over-year as of early 2024. Housing types include single-family homes, condos, and apartments. Notable neighborhoods include Thousand Oaks, Ventura, and Oxnard. Property tax rates average 0.73% of assessed value. Ventura County offers diverse coastal, suburban, and rural living options, appealing to families and professionals alike.

Ventura County, CA, is known for its relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. In 2023, the violent crime rate was approximately 2.4 incidents per 1,000 residents, below California’s average of 4.6. Property crime stood at 13.7 per 1,000, also lower than the state average of 22.3. The Ventura County Sheriff's Office maintains transparent crime reporting and actively encourages community involvement. Overall, residents report feeling safe, with policing and safety initiatives contributing to ongoing improvements in local crime statistics.