Median Income
$72,969
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.2%
82% lower than US avg
How Ellenboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population184
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.2%
Economy
A+
Median Income$72,969
Per Capita$29,178
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$716M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,309
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation909 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+90.8%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute23 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries2
Is Ellenboro a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ellenboro receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ellenboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ellenboro is $72,969, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ellenboro is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Ellenboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Ellenboro has a population of 184 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).
Population
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ellenboro vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ellenboro vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ellenboro is $72,969, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Ellenboro vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,969 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,178 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $999 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,491 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 263 |
| County GDP | $716M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,514 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Ellenboro is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,309.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,400 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $75,309 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,514 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.30% |
In Ellenboro, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ellenboro vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.2% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.4% |
| Depression | 31.3% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,150/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Ellenboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Ellenboro has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.3 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 163/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2700°N, 81.0557°W |
| County FIPS | 54085 |