North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Elkin is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,025. Residents earn $60,434 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Elkin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Elkin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Elkin is $60,434, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Elkin is $187,200, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Elkin is below the national average at 249 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 11,064 per 100,000, 464% above the national average.
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Elkin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 80.4% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.6% |
| 46% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,434 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,906 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $868 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,397 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 798 |
| County GDP | $1,334M |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 107 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,700 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.44% |
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
| Census Median | $187,200 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $219,113 |
| Median List Price | $452,497 |
| Median List Price | $452,497 |
| $/Sq Ft | $156 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $765 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,700 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.44% |
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.3% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,330/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Total Violent | 249.2/100K |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 24.9/100K |
| Robbery | 49.8/100K |
| Assault | 174.4/100K |
| Total Property | 11,064.0/100K |
| 464% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,395.5/100K |
| Theft | 9,494.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 174.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.0 inches |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,094 ft (333 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 591/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2634°N, 80.8471°W |
| County FIPS | 37197 |
Winner: Republican by 62.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 591/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Retail Stores | 107 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |