Saline County Public RecordsMissouri

Saline County, MO, hosts 12 public schools, including 4 high schools, with a graduation rate around 91%. Approximately 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Average school test scores in Saline County are 50% in math and 54% in reading. The student-teacher ratio is about 13:1, and schools generally report low incident rates, reflecting good safety. Adult education programs are available through community initiatives. Educational offerings include AP courses and vocational programs, supporting diverse student needs.

As of 2022, Saline County, MO, had an employment rate of approximately 58%. Major industries include manufacturing (22%), health care and social assistance (17%), and retail trade (10%). The largest occupational groups are production (20%) and office/administrative support (13%). About 70% of residents commute by car, with an average travel time of 18 minutes, while 45% work within the county and 55% commute to nearby areas, notably to Marshall and Sedalia.

Saline County, MO has a homeownership rate of approximately 63%, with a median home value around $130,000 as of 2023. Rental occupancy stands near 37%, and average monthly rent is about $730. Housing options range from historic single-family homes in Marshall to modern developments and rural properties. Popular neighborhoods include Southwest Marshall and Arrow Ridge. The property tax rate is roughly 0.85%, resulting in an average annual tax of about $1,105. Market trends show modest appreciation, with values rising around 4% year-over-year, reflecting affordable and stable Midwest housing.

As of the 2020 Census, Saline County, MO, had a population of 23,333. The median age is 39.2 years, with 49% male and 51% female residents. Racially, the county is 80.1% White, 9.2% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.6% Native American, and 7.7% Hispanic or Latino. Other races and those identifying with two or more races make up the remainder.

Saline County, MO, reported a crime rate of approximately 25.2 per 1,000 residents in 2023, with property crimes making up about 75% of incidents. Violent crime remains below the national average, with only 1.9 violent crimes per 1,000 people. The sheriff’s office encourages active crime reporting via a public tip line, contributing to a 6% decrease in overall crime from the previous year. Despite improvements, theft and burglary remain concerns, and residents are advised to follow local safety initiatives.

Saline County, MO had 15,487 registered voters as of 2022. Elections include general, primary, municipal, and special issues; in the 2020 presidential election, 62% voted Republican, 36% Democrat. Key polling locations are the Courthouse and Civic Center in Marshall. Issues on ballots have included school bonds and local tax proposals. The County Clerk’s office administers elections, supervising 20+ polling sites. Major parties are Republican and Democrat, with Libertarian candidates occasionally on the ballot. Voter turnout typically ranges between 55% and 65% in general elections.