Elkin, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Yadkin County County
Elkin, NC
At a Glance
How Elkin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elkin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elkin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elkin residents earn a median household income of $60,434 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,906. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 798 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkin is $187,200 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $234,919. Median rent is $765/month, with 34.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Elkin reports 491 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,979/100K.
Education
28.0% of adults in Elkin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 84.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elkin has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches.