Home Value $204,500

27% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.3%

49% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.8%

10% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population52

Median Age73.4 yrs

Density35/mi²

Male / Female65% / 35%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans52.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$46,215

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,468M

Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$204,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$309,388

Housing Units37

Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity28.8%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking13.3%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain21.4 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.3%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%

Commute32 min

Broadband20.0%

Libraries4

Is Elk Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elk Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Elk Creek 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 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elk Creek is $204,500, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Elk Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Elk Creek has a population of 52 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 73.4 years, 89% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

73.4yrs

Median Age

89% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.4%

Female 34.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elk Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elk Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elk Creek 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 32 minutes.

Income: Elk Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$46,215
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,040
IRS Avg AGI	$60,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,327
County GDP	$1,468M

Business (County)

Restaurants	58
Healthcare	46
Retail	71
Manufacturing	24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,708
	6% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elk Creek is $204,500, 27% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,388.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$204,500
	27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$309,388

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,513
1 Bedroom	$1,647
2 Bedrooms	$2,053
3 Bedrooms	$2,752
4 Bedrooms	$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	37
Median Year Built	1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,708
	6% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.81%

In Elk Creek, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elk Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.8%
	10% below US avg
Diabetes	8.2%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	27.1%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.3%
	5% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	20.2%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	13.4%
Short Sleep	37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Primary Care	1:5,761
Dentists	1:1,134
Mental Health	1:502
Checkup Rate	69.4%
Dental Visits	62.7%
Premature Death	9,723/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	69.6%
Healthcare Facilities	46

Elk Creek has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.9°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	21.4 inches
	44% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	968 ft (295 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	35/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5987°N, 122.5323°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06021

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.9-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%

D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.3%
	49% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	35/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	20.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	46
Restaurants	58
Retail Stores	71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Elk Creek, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Elk Creek a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Elk Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Elk Creek vs U.S. Average

Income: Elk Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Elk Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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