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Elkton, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Lincoln County County
Elkton, TN
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 $70,625 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,211. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 804 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elkton is $205,600 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $258,751. Median rent is $922/month, with 42.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Elkton reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 758/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
22.4% of adults in Elkton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elkton has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.