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Elkton, TN

Tennessee

Elkton is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 468. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
468 Population 235/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $30,211 per capita
$205,600 Home Value
$922 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $922/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $205,600
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $922
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density235/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$30,211
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$1,714M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$205,600
Rent$922
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units202
Rent Burden42.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking21.1%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation657 ft (200 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute33 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

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 crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. 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 $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elkton is $205,600, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $922 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Elkton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Elkton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Elkton has a population of 468 with a density of 235 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 3% Hispanic, 16.7% Black.

Population

468
Total Population
235
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Elkton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elkton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elkton is $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Elkton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,211
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$64,203

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)804
County GDP$1,714M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare70
Retail137
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,298
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elkton is $205,600, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $922 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$922
21% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,298
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Elkton, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.1% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.2%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep45.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits46.6%
Premature Death13,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access28.1%
Healthcare Facilities70
Elkton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% 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 Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Elkton has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.8 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation657 ft (200 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates35.0628°N, 86.8958°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.9%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density235/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants42
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.0%

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