Bachelor's+
18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Elizabeth Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population204
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density638/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,604
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,776M
Commute27 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden25.5%
Health
Obesity42.9%
Uninsured13.8%
Smoking19.0%
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation120 ft (37 m)
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+77.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 32% / D 67%
Commute27 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries7
Is Elizabeth a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elizabeth receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Elizabeth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Elizabeth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Elizabeth has a population of 204 with a density of 638 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (89.7%), with 10.3% White.
Population
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Elizabeth vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.9% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.1% |
| 17% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Elizabeth vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Elizabeth is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Elizabeth vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $45,604 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $836 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,849 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,190 |
| County GDP | $1,776M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 153 |
| Retail | 182 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,952 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Cost of Living | 87.00 (100=avg) |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $525 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 25.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 23.5% |
| Housing Units | 118 |
| Median Year Built | 1983 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,952 |
| 16% below US avg |
In Elizabeth, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 16.4% report depression. 35.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Elizabeth vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.7% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Cancer | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 19.0% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Binge Drinking | 11.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.8% |
| Depression | 16.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
| Short Sleep | 44.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.1% |
| Uninsured | 13.8% |
| 60% above US avg |
| Checkup Rate | 81.8% |
| Dental Visits | 7.4% |
| Premature Death | 20,282/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 153 |
Elizabeth has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.1 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 120 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 638/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4271°N, 90.8807°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 28151 |