Median Income
$36,923
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$173,000
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Elmo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,377
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density344/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Economy
C+
Median Income$36,923
Per Capita$25,094
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,967M
Commute38 min
Housing
A
Home Value$173,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation538 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute38 min
Libraries4
Is Elmo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elmo receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Elmo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Elmo is $36,923, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Elmo is $173,000, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Elmo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Elmo has a population of 1,377 with a density of 344 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.2%), with 15% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.
Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Elmo is $36,923, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,923 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,094 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,076 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,125 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.7% |
| 169% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,668 |
| County GDP | $6,967M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 225 |
| Healthcare | 205 |
| Retail | 327 |
| Manufacturing | 109 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,453 |
| 113% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 37.6 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
The median home value in Elmo is $173,000, 39% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $173,000 |
| 39% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,453 |
| 113% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.31% |
In Elmo, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Elmo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,809/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 205 |
Crime Rates: Elmo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Elmo has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.4 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 344/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7397°N, 96.1527°W |
| County FIPS | 48257 |