Median Income
$33,250
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Unemployment
22.9%
536% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
28.6%
131% higher than US avg
How Elsmore Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population49
Median Age26.3 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%
Economy
F
Median Income$33,250
Per Capita$15,027
Unemployment22.9%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$703M
Commute42 min
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation1,055 ft (322 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute42 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries4
Is Elsmore a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elsmore receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elsmore faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Elsmore is $33,250, 56% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Elsmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Elsmore has a population of 49 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 26.3 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
26.3yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
The median household income in Elsmore is $33,250, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,250 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,027 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $882 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,616 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 22.9% |
| 536% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 28.6% |
| 131% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 400 |
| County GDP | $703M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 33 |
| Healthcare | 44 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,117 |
| 11% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 42.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.0% |
Elsmore has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.7 inches |
| 18% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,055 ft (322 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 327/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7942°N, 95.1499°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20001 |