Choose Country

Elkton, MN

Minnesota

Elkton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 91. Residents earn $51,932 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
91 Population 71/sq mi density
$51,932 Median Income $57,166 per capita
$182,500 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$51,932 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$182,500 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,932
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $182,500
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,932
Per Capita$57,166
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$2,995M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,500
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.8%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,383 ft (422 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute28 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries4

Is Elkton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elkton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $51,932, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elkton is $182,500, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Elkton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 50.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Elkton has a population of 91 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

91
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Elkton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elkton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elkton is $51,932, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Elkton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,932
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$57,166
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$68,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)900
County GDP$2,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare109
Retail119
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit5.5%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Elkton is $182,500, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,500
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Elkton, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death6,955/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.0%
Healthcare Facilities109
Elkton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall50.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,383 ft (422 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates43.6602°N, 92.7064°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants69
Retail Stores119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit5.5%
Work from Home9.1%

Nearby Cities

Austin, MN 26,167 pop · 13.6 mi Spring Valley, MN 2,357 pop · 15.9 mi Hayfield, MN 1,382 pop · 17.4 mi Stewartville, MN 6,754 pop · 17.6 mi St. Ansgar, IA 1,156 pop · 22.1 mi Blooming Prairie, MN 1,977 pop · 22.6 mi Kasson, MN 6,964 pop · 25.8 mi Byron, MN 6,510 pop · 26.3 mi Dodge Center, MN 2,864 pop · 26.5 mi Osage, IA 3,578 pop · 26.6 mi Rochester, MN 121,638 pop · 27.0 mi Mantorville, MN 1,003 pop · 28.1 mi Chatfield, MN 2,693 pop · 29.1 mi Northwood, IA 2,170 pop · 29.6 mi
Compare Elkton with another city: