Elkmont, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Elkmont is a small town in Alabama with a population of 327. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
327 Population 199/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $33,079 per capita
$219,200 Home Value $261,380 Zillow
$423 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$219,200 home value, $423/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,200
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.1%
40% higher than US avg
Median Rent $423
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

How Elkmont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population327
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$33,079
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$6,971M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$219,200
Rent$423
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,380

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation807 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.1%
High School+91.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Elkmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elkmont receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Elkmont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elkmont is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elkmont is $219,200, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $423 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Elkmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elkmont has a population of 327 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

327
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.6%
Female 65.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Elkmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elkmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elkmont is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Elkmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,079
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$83,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,050
County GDP$6,971M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare153
Retail279
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,292
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Elkmont is $219,200, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $423 (64% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,380.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,200
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,380

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$73
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$423
64% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,292
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Elkmont, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elkmont vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death8,777/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access49.8%
Healthcare Facilities153

Crime Rates: Elkmont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Elkmont has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates34.9326°N, 86.9770°W
County FIPS01083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 47.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.1%
40% above US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score4.40
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities153
Restaurants124
Retail Stores279

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home5.1%

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