Median Income
$104,040
38% higher than US avg
Home Value
$276,300
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.5%
48% lower than US avg
How Ellerslie Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,036
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density416/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
A+
Median Income$104,040
Per Capita$38,950
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$13,842M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$276,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$383,851
Health
Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Elevation706 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute22 min
Libraries6
Is Ellerslie a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ellerslie receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ellerslie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ellerslie is $104,040, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Ellerslie among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ellerslie is $276,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Ellerslie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Ellerslie has a population of 1,036 with a density of 416 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 13.3% Black.
Population
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ellerslie vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ellerslie vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ellerslie is $104,040, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Ellerslie vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $104,040 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,950 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,069 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,882 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,414 |
| County GDP | $13,842M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 524 |
| Healthcare | 678 |
| Retail | 826 |
| Manufacturing | 96 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,471 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.62% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Ellerslie is $276,300, 2% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $383,851.
Home Values
| Census Median | $276,300 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $383,851 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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) | $4,471 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.62% |
In Ellerslie, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ellerslie vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,164/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 678 |
Crime Rates: Ellerslie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Ellerslie has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.8°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.8 inches |
| 36% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 706 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 416/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6329°N, 84.7884°W |
| County FIPS | 13215 |