Elkhart, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Morton County County
Elkhart, KS
At a Glance
How Elkhart Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elkhart's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elkhart a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elkhart residents earn a median household income of $66,477 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,678. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 94 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkhart is $99,600 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $100,130. Median rent is $637/month, with 22.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Elkhart reports 226 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 301/100K.
Education
13.9% of adults in Elkhart hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elkhart has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches.