Elkins, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Randolph County County
Elkins, WV
At a Glance
How Elkins Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elkins's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elkins a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elkins residents earn a median household income of $47,746 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,778. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,002 business establishments, including 57 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkins is $130,500 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,047. Median rent is $897/month, with 33.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
Elkins reports 478 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 403/100K.
Education
30.4% of adults in Elkins hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elkins has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches.