Elkhorn, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Walworth County County
Elkhorn, WI
At a Glance
How Elkhorn Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elkhorn's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elkhorn a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elkhorn residents earn a median household income of $73,052 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,900. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,401 business establishments, including 337 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkhorn is $255,300 , 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $346,329. Median rent is $999/month, with 24.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Elkhorn reports 78 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 558/100K.
Education
30.1% of adults in Elkhorn hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below the national average). 91.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elkhorn has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.