Median Income
$61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$54,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.5%
17% higher than US avg
How Ellenton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population306
Median Age26.2 yrs
Density387/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Economy
B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$20,021
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$536M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$54,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation261 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+67.7%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries1
Is Ellenton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ellenton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Ellenton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ellenton is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ellenton is $54,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Ellenton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Ellenton has a population of 306 with a density of 387 people per square mile. The median age is 26.2 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.3%), with 7.2% Black.
Population
26.2yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.8% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
The median household income in Ellenton is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,250 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,021 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,566 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 414 |
| County GDP | $536M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,844 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Ellenton is $54,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $54,000 |
| 81% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,844 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.27% |
In Ellenton, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 40.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ellenton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 40.1% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 18.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 13,071/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
Crime Rates: Ellenton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Ellenton has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.0 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 261 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 387/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1767°N, 83.5871°W |
| County FIPS | 13075 |