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
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
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 978 |
| County GDP | $2,274M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 112 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,847 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.15% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
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 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,847 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.15% |
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
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.2% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,724/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
Crime Rates: Elnora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.6 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 18.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 478 ft (146 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 497/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8762°N, 87.0846°W |
| County FIPS | 18027 |