Median Income
$41,023
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
37.1%
931% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.0%
21% higher than US avg
How Elko Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population198
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Economy
C
Median Income$41,023
Per Capita$17,849
Unemployment37.1%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$701M
Commute36 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation336 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+59.8%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute36 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries3
Is Elko a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elko receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Elko has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Elko is $41,023, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 37.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Elko is $85,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Elko enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Elko has a population of 198 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (75.8%), with 24.2% White.
Population
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Elko is $41,023, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 37.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,023 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,849 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 37.1% |
| 931% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $701M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.83% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.8 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
The median home value in Elko is $85,700, 70% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,700 |
| 70% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.83% |
In Elko, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Elko vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.9% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.3% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.2% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 66.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.2% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
Crime Rates: Elko vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Elko has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 336 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3807°N, 81.3805°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |