Elizabethtown, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Elizabethtown is a small town in Ohio with a population of 267. Residents earn $25,625 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
267 Population 300/sq mi density
$25,625 Median Income $19,184 per capita
$11,200 Home Value
$1,132 Median Rent 44.2% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$25,625 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$11,200 home value, $1,132/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,625
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $11,200
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,132
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

How Elizabethtown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population267
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,625
Per Capita$19,184
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$2,601M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$11,200
Rent$1,132
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units148
Rent Burden44.2%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured14.6%
Smoking25.6%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation487 ft (148 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+63.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute21 min
Broadband72.4%
Libraries6

Is Elizabethtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elizabethtown receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Elizabethtown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $25,625, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elizabethtown is $11,200, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,132 per month. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Elizabethtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elizabethtown has a population of 267 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

267
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.2%
Female 64.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elizabethtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elizabethtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $25,625, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Elizabethtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,625
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,184
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$78,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare139
Retail146
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate28.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone54.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elizabethtown is $11,200, 96% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,132 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,200
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,132
3% below US avg
Rent Burden44.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.4%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Rate28.92%
In Elizabethtown, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.6% of residents lack health insurance. 25.6% are current smokers. 29.2% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elizabethtown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD11.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.6%
83% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.6%
Uninsured14.6%
70% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits43.6%
Premature Death8,671/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities139
Elizabethtown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation487 ft (148 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates39.1627°N, 84.8041°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS18029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 72.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+63.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants81
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone54.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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