Median Income
$115,859
54% higher than US avg
Home Value
$409,000
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
52.3%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,367
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Elma Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,091
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density492/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A+
Median Income$115,859
Per Capita$86,624
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$409,000
Rent$1,367
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease4.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation824 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+52.3%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute28 min
Libraries39
Is Elma Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elma Center receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Elma Center stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Elma Center is $115,859, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Elma Center among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Elma Center is $409,000, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,367 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Elma Center is a highly educated community — 52.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Elma Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 109.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Elma Center has a population of 3,091 with a density of 492 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.8%).
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Elma Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Elma Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Elma Center is $115,859, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Elma Center vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $115,859 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $86,624 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,288 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,365 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 25,097 |
| County GDP | $81,132M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,341 |
| Healthcare | 2,652 |
| Retail | 3,140 |
| Manufacturing | 914 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
The median home value in Elma Center is $409,000, 45% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,367 (18% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $409,000 |
| 45% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $634,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $634,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $122 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,367 |
| 18% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.98% |
In Elma Center, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Elma Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.9% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.9% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,238/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,652 |
Crime Rates: Elma Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Elma Center has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 109.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 824 ft (251 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 492/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8282°N, 78.6343°W |
| County FIPS | 36029 |