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West Elkton, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

West Elkton is a small town in Ohio with a population of 154. Residents earn $64,688 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
154 Population 266/sq mi density
$64,688 Median Income $23,315 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$1,250 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$64,688 median income, 15.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $1,250/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,688
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
331% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$64,688
Per Capita$23,315
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$29,842M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.5%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute42 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries10

Is West Elkton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Elkton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. West Elkton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Elkton is $64,688, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Elkton is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Elkton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Elkton has a population of 154 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

154
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Elkton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Elkton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Elkton is $64,688, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: West Elkton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,688
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,315
Avg Weekly Wage$1,236
IRS Avg AGI$78,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
331% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,186
County GDP$29,842M

Business (County)

Restaurants757
Healthcare823
Retail1,071
Manufacturing386

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,354
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in West Elkton is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,354
53% above US avg
Effective Rate5.35%
In West Elkton, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Elkton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death9,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access86.9%
Healthcare Facilities823
West Elkton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates39.5881°N, 84.5598°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.3-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities823
Restaurants757
Retail Stores1,071

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.7 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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