Median Income
$44,350
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$145,000
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.3%
7% higher than US avg
How Elk Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population694
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,006/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.6%
Economy
B
Median Income$44,350
Per Capita$25,466
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$890M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$145,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,110
Rent Burden9.0%
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Elevation3,166 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+82.8%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute20 min
Broadband75.7%
Libraries1
Is Elk Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elk Park receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Elk Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Elk Park is $44,350, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Elk Park is $145,000, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Elk Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches, including 31.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Elk Park has a population of 694 with a density of 1,006 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.9% Hispanic.
Population
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Elk Park is $44,350, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,350 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,466 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,291 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 698 |
| County GDP | $890M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,227 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 18.2% |
The median home value in Elk Park is $145,000, 49% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,110.
Home Values
| Census Median | $145,000 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $298,110 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,227 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.92% |
In Elk Park, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Elk Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,111/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
Crime Rates: Elk Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Elk Park has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.8 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,166 ft (965 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,006/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1582°N, 81.9808°W |
| County FIPS | 37011 |