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Elgin, OH
Full City Profile · Ohio · Van Wert County County
Elgin, OH
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 $88,289 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,838. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 658 business establishments, including 55 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elgin is $112,500 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $216,789. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Elgin reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,541/100K.
Education
1.9% of adults in Elgin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elgin has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.