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Elkton, MI

Michigan

Elkton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 775. Residents earn $47,717 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
775 Population 775/sq mi density
$47,717 Median Income $25,826 per capita
$84,500 Home Value $148,140 Zillow
$891 Median Rent 34.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
510 Violent Crime/100K 1,401 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,717 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,500 home value, $891/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
510 violent crimes/100K (34% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,717
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,500
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 510/100K
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $891
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population775
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density775/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,717
Per Capita$25,826
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,500
Rent$891
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,140
Housing Units387
Rent Burden34.6%

Crime

F
Violent510/100K
Property1,401/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault510/100K
Burglary255/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking18.4%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation641 ft (195 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband74.5%
Libraries10

Is Elkton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elkton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elkton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elkton is $47,717, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elkton is $84,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $891 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 510 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,401 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Elkton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Elkton has a population of 775 with a density of 775 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

775
Total Population
775
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elkton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elkton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elkton is $47,717, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Elkton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,717
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,826
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone57.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Elkton is $84,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $891 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,140.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,500
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,140

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$891
23% below US avg
Rent Burden34.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.6%
Housing Units387
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In Elkton, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Elkton has a violent crime rate of 510 per 100,000 residents, 34% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,401 per 100,000 (29% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent509.6/100K
34% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault509.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,401.3/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary254.8/100K
Theft1,019.1/100K
Vehicle Theft127.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Elkton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation641 ft (195 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density775/sq mi
Coordinates43.8183°N, 83.1810°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density775/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone57.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.8%

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