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Elkhorn City, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Pike County County
Elkhorn City, KY
At a Glance
How Elkhorn City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elkhorn City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elkhorn City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elkhorn City residents earn a median household income of $58,021 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,470. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,627 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkhorn City is $105,100 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $92,298. Median rent is $588/month, with 13.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Elkhorn City reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
25.9% of adults in Elkhorn City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 82.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elkhorn City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.