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Elgin, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Chautauqua County County
Elgin, KS
At a Glance
How Elgin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elgin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elgin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elgin residents earn a median household income of $24,250 , which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,340. The unemployment rate stands at 16.3% (353% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 106 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elgin is $17,900 , 94% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $42,548. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Safety & Crime
Elgin reports 1,114 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 193% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,526/100K.
Education
8.2% of adults in Elgin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 79.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elgin has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.