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Elkton, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Lincoln County County
Elkton, SD
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 $58,750 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,186. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 226 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkton is $183,800 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $265,974. Median rent is $850/month, with 45.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Elkton reports 524 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,266/100K.
Education
23.9% of adults in Elkton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 84.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elkton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.