Median Income
$28,375
62% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,900
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$548
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
40.7%
228% higher than US avg
How Elizabeth Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population610
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density1,298/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
C
Median Income$28,375
Per Capita$17,487
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty40.7%
County GDP$93M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,900
Rent$548
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,286
Health
Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation644 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+74.2%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Libraries1
Is Elizabeth a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elizabeth receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elizabeth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Elizabeth is $28,375, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 40.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Elizabeth is $87,900, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $548 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Elizabeth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Elizabeth has a population of 610 with a density of 1,298 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).
Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Elizabeth vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Elizabeth vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Elizabeth is $28,375, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Elizabeth vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,375 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,487 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $806 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,949 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 40.7% |
| 228% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 106 |
| County GDP | $93M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Elizabeth is $87,900, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $548 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,286.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,900 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $115,286 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $548 |
| 53% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Elizabeth, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.1% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Elizabeth vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.6% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.6% |
| Depression | 34.1% |
| Mental Distress | 24.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,689/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Elizabeth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Elizabeth has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 644 ft (196 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,298/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0623°N, 81.3973°W |
| County FIPS | 54105 |