Elgin, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Comanche County County
Elgin, OK
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 $81,739 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,811. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,708 business establishments, including 264 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elgin is $243,600 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $305,710. Median rent is $1,206/month, with 23.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2010.
Safety & Crime
Elgin reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 83/100K.
Education
39.4% of adults in Elgin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elgin has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.