Elkton, OR

Oregon

Elkton is a small town in Oregon with a population of 139. Residents earn $57,955 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
139 Population 604/sq mi density
$57,955 Median Income $32,973 per capita
$265,400 Home Value $401,327 Zillow
$950 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$57,955 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$265,400 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,955
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,400
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density604/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,955
Per Capita$32,973
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$5,360M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$265,400
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$401,327

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation130 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Elkton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elkton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $57,955, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elkton is $265,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 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

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Elkton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Elkton has a population of 139 with a density of 604 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 (99.3%).

Population

139
Total Population
604
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Elkton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elkton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elkton is $57,955, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Elkton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,955
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,973
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$65,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,503
County GDP$5,360M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare326
Retail395
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,648
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Elkton is $265,400, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $401,327.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,400
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$401,327

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,648
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Elkton, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma13.5%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death10,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access49.6%
Healthcare Facilities326

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Elkton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation130 ft (40 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density604/sq mi
Coordinates43.6374°N, 123.5691°W
County FIPS41019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.7-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 37.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density604/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants275
Retail Stores395

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home18.2%

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