Elkton, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Tuscola County County
Elkton, MI
At a Glance
How Elkton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elkton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elkton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elkton residents earn a median household income of $47,717 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,826. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 921 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkton is $84,500 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $152,197. Median rent is $891/month, with 34.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Elkton reports 256 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,280/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Elkton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.