Elnora, IN

Indiana

Elnora is a small town in Indiana with a population of 487. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
487 Population 497/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $27,537 per capita
$90,500 Home Value $123,855 Zillow
$809 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,500 home value, $809/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $809
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

How Elnora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population487
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density497/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$27,537
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$2,274M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,500
Rent$809
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,855

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation478 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+89.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute23 min
Libraries2

Is Elnora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elnora receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elnora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elnora is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.8% 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 Elnora is $90,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $809 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Elnora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elnora has a population of 487 with a density of 497 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

487
Total Population
497
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elnora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elnora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elnora is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Elnora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,537
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$70,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)978
County GDP$2,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare74
Retail116
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Elnora is $90,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $809 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,855.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,500
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,855

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$809
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Elnora, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elnora vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death7,724/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities74

Crime Rates: Elnora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Elnora has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall18.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation478 ft (146 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density497/sq mi
Coordinates38.8762°N, 87.0846°W
County FIPS18027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density497/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants63
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Work from Home5.9%

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