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Elkin, NC
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Population: 4,051
Home Price: $147,500
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Overview
Elkin is a small town in the state of North Carolina with a population of 4,051. Elkin has a hot summer and mild winter climate.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(B) Good
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(B) Good
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
22.5 minutes
Walkability:
(F) Poor
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Elkin, NC
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
Per Capita Income
$30,613
$29,903
$32,693
Median Household Income
$54,852
$56,318
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
2.9%
6.2%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
12.3%
10.5%
Age
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
Median Age
42.1
43.3
42.3
Gender
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
Male
50.6%
48.5%
49.8%
Female
49.4%
51.5%
50.2%
Race
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
White
84.4%
70.0%
80.3%
Black or African American
5.5%
19.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.1%
2.0%
2.7%
Asian
2.4%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
3.2%
2.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
4.3%
4.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
Median Home Price
$147,500
$182,475
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$536
$682
$801
Family Households
45.9%
45.9%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
20.8%
20.8%
26.2%
Homeowners
63.7%
68.9%
72.9%
Renters
36.3%
31.1%
27.1%
Education
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
5.5%
8.7%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
26.2%
26.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
23.2%
22.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
6.8%
10.3%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
18.6%
15.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
Mathematics
54.5%
40.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
60.0%
44.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
Murder
NA
7.8
3.0
Rape
NA
49.1
38.0
Robbery
NA
72.2
40.7
Assault
NA
285.6
188.5
Property Crime
Elkin
North Carolina
United States
Burglary
NA
751.0
336.1
Theft
NA
2623.9
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
184.7
167.1
Arson
NA
16.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Elkin, NC
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
authentic
happy hour
wine
ice cream
brunch
fresh produce
cheese
carrot cake
french fries
italian
biryani
pizza
grocery
bbq
recipes
burgers
tasty
restaurants
beer
snack
football
college football
duke basketball
hs football
basketball
video games
baseball
athletics
ncaa basketball
wrestling
softball
professional wrestling
nba
racing
gaming
teams
nascar
ncaa
coaching
soccer
nft
natural history
art installation
nfts
jewelry
collection
pottery
embroidery
crafts
digital artist
creative
craft
arts education
photography
sculpture
cityscape
posters
portrait
artisans
nature
spare time
video games
padalecki
gaming
side gig
photography
collector
nascar
hunting
warlock master
books
adventures
skateboarding
legos
fishing
crossfit
motorcycles
merchandise
gardening
cosplay
sports
tv
cable tv
professional wrestling
gaming
creative
movieland
arts education
photography
films
public relations
arts
professional wrestlers
marketing
hollywood
producer
television
celebrity
corporate
outdoor
sports
summer
facility
mountain
space
fire pit
photography
visitors
arts
beach
tent
hunting
cabin
playgrounds
pool
nature
fishing
swimming pool
beaches
gardening
free shipping
shipping
warehouse
jewelry
mercari
aprons
accessories
packages
crafts
tractor supply
clothing accessories
apparel
food lion
grocery store
local businesses
merch store
walmart
retail
lowes
drive thru
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