Elkhart, KS
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Elkhart Overview
1,542
TOTAL POPULATION
703
MALE POPULATION
839
FEMALE POPULATION
83.79
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.35
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.3
MEDIAN AGE
4.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,231
PER CAPITA INCOME
$85,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,895
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
50.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
49.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
640
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
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Elkhart Area Codes
Race in Elkhart
The most populous races in Elkhart are White / Caucasian (1,337 | 86.7%), Hispanic or Latino (243 | 15.8%), and Two or more Races (175 | 11.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 26 | 1.7% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 243 | 15.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,337 | 86.7% |
| Two or more Races | 175 | 11.4% |
| Some other Race | 4 | 0.3% |
| Total | 1,542 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Elkhart
The most populous ancestries reported in Elkhart are English (244 | 15.8%), Mexican (241 | 15.6%), Irish (164 | 10.6%), German (163 | 10.6%), and American (117 | 7.6%), together accounting for 60.2% of all Elkhart residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 117 | 7.6% |
| Belgian | 6 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 3 | 0.2% |
| Chickasaw | 2 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 22 | 1.4% |
| Danish | 6 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 13 | 0.8% |
| English | 244 | 15.8% |
| European | 38 | 2.5% |
| French | 19 | 1.2% |
| German | 163 | 10.6% |
| Irish | 164 | 10.6% |
| Korean | 26 | 1.7% |
| Lithuanian | 10 | 0.6% |
| Mexican | 241 | 15.6% |
| Polish | 9 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 3 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 19 | 1.2% |
| Swedish | 10 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 14 | 0.9% | View All 20 Rows |
Immigrants in Elkhart
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elkhart came from Central America (44 | 2.9%), Latin America (44 | 2.9%), Mexico (44 | 2.9%), Asia (26 | 1.7%), and Philippines (26 | 1.7%), together accounting for 11.9% of all Elkhart residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 26 | 1.7% |
| Central America | 44 | 2.9% |
| Europe | 19 | 1.2% |
| Latin America | 44 | 2.9% |
| Mexico | 44 | 2.9% |
| Northern Europe | 19 | 1.2% |
| Philippines | 26 | 1.7% |
| Scotland | 19 | 1.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 26 | 1.7% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Elkhart
Sex and Age in Elkhart
The most populous age groups in Elkhart are 5 to 9 Years (121 | 17.2%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (99 | 11.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 48 (6.8%) | 30 (3.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 121 (17.2%) | 99 (11.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 19 (2.7%) | 59 (7.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 19 (2.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 46 (6.5%) | 57 (6.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 98 (13.9%) | 29 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 35 (5.0%) | 27 (3.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 4 (0.6%) | 54 (6.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 69 (9.8%) | 83 (9.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 15 (2.1%) | 39 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 20 (2.8%) | 76 (9.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 84 (11.9%) | 52 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 38 (5.4%) | 9 (1.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 25 (3.6%) | 29 (3.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 8 (1.1%) | 17 (2.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 60 (8.5%) | 75 (8.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 10 (1.4%) | 41 (4.9%) |
| Total | 703 (100.0%) | 839 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Elkhart
Median Family Size in Elkhart
The median family size in Elkhart is 4.26 persons per family, with single female/mother families (14 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.79 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (49 | 18.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.73 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 207 (76.7%) | 4.34 |
| Single Male/Father | 49 (18.1%) | 3.73 |
| Single Female/Mother | 14 (5.2%) | 4.79 |
| Total Families | 270 (100.0%) | 4.26 |
Median Household Size in Elkhart
The median household size in Elkhart is 2.71 persons per household, with single female/mother households (14 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.79 persons per household. non-family households (273 | 50.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 207 (38.1%) | 4.43 |
| Single Male/Father | 49 (9.0%) | 3.98 |
| Single Female/Mother | 14 (2.6%) | 4.79 |
| Non-family | 273 (50.3%) | 1.06 |
| Total Households | 543 (100.0%) | 2.71 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elkhart
Out of a total of 543 households in Elkhart, 270 (49.7%) are family households, while 273 (50.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 98, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 234.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 234 (43.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 98 (18.0%) | 39 (7.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 54 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 73 (13.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 22 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 23 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 270 (49.7%) | 273 (50.3%) |
Female Fertility in Elkhart
Fertility by Age in Elkhart
Average fertility rate in Elkhart is 99.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 409.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 58.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 18 (58.1%) | 409.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 6 (19.4%) | 57.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (22.6%) | 43.0 |
| Total | 31 (100.0%) | 99.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elkhart
41.9% of women with births (31) in Elkhart are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13 (41.9%) | 18 (58.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Elkhart
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 18 (58.1%) | 290.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (22.6%) | 65.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (19.4%) | 857.0 |
| Total | 31 (100.0%) | 99.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elkhart
58.1% of women with births in Elkhart are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13 (41.9%) | 18 (58.1%) |
Income in Elkhart
Income Overview in Elkhart
Per Capita Income in Elkhart is $27,231, while median incomes of families and households are $85,000 and $56,895 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,542 | $27,231 |
| Median Family Income | 270 | $85,000 |
| Mean Family Income | 270 | $94,989 |
| Median Household Income | 543 | $56,895 |
| Mean Household Income | 543 | $72,021 |
| Income Deficit | 270 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,542 | 50.88% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,542 | 49.12¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,542 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Elkhart
Average Earnings in Elkhart are $48,848, $60,208 for men and $29,577 for women, a difference of 50.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 307 (48.8%) | $60,208 |
| Female | 322 (51.2%) | $29,577 |
| Total | 629 (100.0%) | $48,848 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elkhart
The most common earnings brackets in Elkhart are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (90 | 29.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (131 | 40.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 17 (5.5%) | 13 (4.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 7 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (3.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (6.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 131 (40.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 22 (7.2%) | 17 (5.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (6.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 70 (22.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 15 (4.9%) | 14 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 42 (13.7%) | 31 (9.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 24 (7.8%) | 43 (13.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 90 (29.3%) | 12 (3.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 20 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 307 (100.0%) | 322 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elkhart
Average earnings in Elkhart are $60,208 for men and $29,597 for women, a difference of 50.8%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,528, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $47,434. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $35,833, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,574.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $71,528 | $28,574 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $63,854 | $35,833 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $47,434 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $60,208 | $29,597 |
Family Income in Elkhart
Family Income Brackets in Elkhart
According to the Elkhart family income data, there are 85 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.5% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 26 | 9.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 14 | 5.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1 | 0.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 39 | 14.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 85 | 31.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 44 | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 52 | 19.3% |
| $200,000+ | 9 | 3.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elkhart
3-person families (87 | 32.2%) account for the highest median family income in Elkhart with $101,193 per family, while 3-person families (87 | 32.2%) have the highest median income of $33,731 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 98 (36.3%) | $54,545 |
| 3-Person Families | 87 (32.2%) | $101,193 |
| 4-Person Families | 40 (14.8%) | $81,667 |
| 5-Person Families | 33 (12.2%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 12 (4.4%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 270 (100.0%) | $85,000 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elkhart
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 40 (14.8%) | $57,833 |
| 1 Earner | 74 (27.4%) | $80,303 |
| 2 Earners | 137 (50.7%) | $100,739 |
| 3+ Earners | 19 (7.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 270 (100.0%) | $85,000 |
Household Income in Elkhart
Household Income Brackets in Elkhart
With 99 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Elkhart, accounting for 18.2% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 32 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 54 | 9.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 84 | 15.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 55 | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 99 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 64 | 11.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 94 | 17.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 52 | 9.6% |
| $200,000+ | 9 | 1.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Elkhart
The median household income in Elkhart is $56,895, with the highest median household income of $117,803 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 130 households (23.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 1 households (0.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 1 (0.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 130 (23.9%) | $117,803 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 231 (42.5%) | $56,734 |
| 65+ Years | 181 (33.3%) | $29,606 |
| Total | 543 (100.0%) | $56,895 |
Poverty in Elkhart
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkhart
With 12.5% poverty level for males and 21.1% for females among the residents of Elkhart, 65 to 74 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 15 males (27.3%) and 72 females (61.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (33.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (61.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (52.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 32 (22.5%) | 22 (25.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (14.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 16 (20.8%) | 26 (21.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 19 (18.3%) | 12 (9.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (27.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| Total | 82 (12.5%) | 172 (21.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkhart
According to the poverty statistics in Elkhart, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 48 (100.0%) | 20 (66.7%) |
| 5 Years | 65 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 75 (100.0%) | 46 (39.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (47.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 110 (77.5%) | 64 (74.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 35 (100.0%) | 67 (85.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 61 (79.2%) | 96 (78.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 85 (81.7%) | 116 (90.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (72.7%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (100.0%) | 113 (99.1%) |
| Total | 573 (87.5%) | 642 (78.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elkhart
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elkhart show that 11.1% or 23 of the total 207 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 17.2%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 97 (89.0%) | 12 (11.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 53 (82.8%) | 11 (17.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 184 (88.9%) | 23 (11.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elkhart
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elkhart
The poverty data for Elkhart shows that 23 of the married-couple family households (11.1%) and 14 of the single-parent households (22.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (17.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (22.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 12 (11.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 11 (17.2%) | 14 (22.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23 (11.1%) | 14 (22.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Elkhart
Employment by Class of Employer in Elkhart
Among the 605 employed individuals in Elkhart, private company employees (274 | 45.3%), local government employees (189 | 31.2%), and state government employees (74 | 12.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 274 | 45.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 66 | 10.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 0 | 0.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 189 | 31.2% |
| State Government Employees | 74 | 12.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 2 | 0.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 605 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Elkhart
According to the labor force statistics for Elkhart, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,140), 56.1% or 640 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 32 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 96.1% or 122 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 40.5% or 32 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 79 (76.7%) | 32 (40.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 122 (96.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 113 (94.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 135 (65.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 65 (67.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 52 (38.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 72 (71.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 640 (56.1%) | 32 (5.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elkhart
According to labor force statistics for Elkhart, 71.8% of individuals (566) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (788) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 32 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 80.3% or 245 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.1% or 32 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 15 (28.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 245 (80.3%) | 40 (13.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 245 (77.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 61 (54.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 566 (71.8%) | 45 (5.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Elkhart
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elkhart are Management (155 | 25.5%), Community & Social Service (67 | 11.0%), Education Instruction & Library (60 | 9.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (13 | 2.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (10 | 1.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elkhart, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Management (54.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 85 (54.8%) | 70 (45.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (100.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 3 (23.1%) | 10 (76.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 98 (40.0%) | 147 (60.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 298 (49.1%) | 309 (50.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Elkhart are Food Preparation & Serving (81 | 13.3%), and Healthcare Support (7 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 0 (0.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 298 (49.1%) | 309 (50.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elkhart are Office & Administration (63 | 10.4%), and Sales & Related (32 | 5.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 21 (65.6%) | 11 (34.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 21 (22.1%) | 74 (77.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 298 (49.1%) | 309 (50.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elkhart are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (43 | 7.1%), and Construction & Extraction (38 | 6.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 298 (49.1%) | 309 (50.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elkhart are Transportation (51 | 8.4%), Production (35 | 5.8%), and Material Moving (12 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 98 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 298 (49.1%) | 309 (50.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Elkhart
Employment Industries in Elkhart
The major employment industries in Elkhart include Health Care & Social Assistance (92 | 15.2%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (91 | 15.0%), Wholesale Trade (88 | 14.5%), Educational Services (82 | 13.5%), and Public Administration (65 | 10.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elkhart
The Elkhart industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 79 (86.8%) | 12 (13.2%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 66 (75.0%) | 22 (25.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 6 (40.0%) | 9 (60.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| Educational Services | 15 (18.3%) | 67 (81.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 3 (3.3%) | 89 (96.7%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| Public Administration | 22 (33.9%) | 43 (66.1%) |
| Total | 298 (49.1%) | 309 (50.9%) |
Education in Elkhart
School Enrollment in Elkhart
The most common levels of schooling among the 339 students in Elkhart are elementary school (144 | 42.5%), nursery / preschool (66 | 19.5%), and middle school (63 | 18.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 66 | 19.5% |
| Kindergarten | 36 | 10.6% |
| Elementary School | 144 | 42.5% |
| Middle School | 63 | 18.6% |
| High School | 26 | 7.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 4 | 1.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 339 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elkhart
Out of a total of 339 students who are enrolled in schools in Elkhart, 4 (1.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 335 (98.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 11 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 220 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 335 (98.8%) | 4 (1.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elkhart
Education (60 | 29.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (56 | 27.9%), business (37 | 18.4%), engineering (25 | 12.4%), and science & technology (20 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 201 individuals in Elkhart who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 56 | 27.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Engineering | 25 | 12.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 20 | 10.0% |
| Business | 37 | 18.4% |
| Education | 60 | 29.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 3 | 1.5% |
| Total | 201 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Elkhart
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elkhart
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elkhart are males with 3 vehicles (177, accounting for 59.8%) and females with 3 vehicles (127, making up 57.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 15 (5.1%) | 31 (10.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 91 (30.7%) | 65 (21.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 177 (59.8%) | 127 (41.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 13 (4.4%) | 86 (27.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 296 (100.0%) | 309 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Elkhart
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elkhart are 5 to 9 minutes (298 commuters, 51.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (66 commuters, 11.5%), and less than 5 minutes (59 commuters, 10.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 59 | 10.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 298 | 51.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 19 | 3.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 66 | 11.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 22 | 3.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 45 | 7.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 30 | 5.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 19 | 3.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 8 | 1.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 10 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Elkhart
The most common commute times in Elkhart are 5 to 9 minutes (79 commuters, 28.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (219 commuters, 74.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 17 (6.0%) | 42 (14.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 79 (28.1%) | 219 (74.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 19 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 50 (17.8%) | 16 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 22 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 45 (16.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 29 (10.3%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 12 (4.3%) | 7 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 8 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (3.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elkhart
The most frequent times of departure to work in Elkhart are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (97, 34.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (83, 28.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 18 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 12 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 41 (14.6%) | 78 (26.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 77 (27.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (2.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 19 (6.8%) | 74 (25.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 97 (34.5%) | 83 (28.1%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 15 (5.3%) | 34 (11.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (6.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 2 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 281 (100.0%) | 295 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Elkhart
Occupancy by Ownership in Elkhart
Of the total 543 dwellings in Elkhart, owner-occupied units account for 409 (75.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 134 (24.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 409 | 75.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 134 | 24.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 543 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Elkhart
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 234 | 43.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 137 | 25.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 54 | 9.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 118 | 21.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 543 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elkhart
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 191 (81.6%) | 43 (18.4%) |
| 2-Person Household | 79 (57.7%) | 58 (42.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 32 (59.3%) | 22 (40.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 107 (90.7%) | 11 (9.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 409 (75.3%) | 134 (24.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elkhart
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 28 (66.7%) | 14 (33.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 157 (83.5%) | 31 (16.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 161 (71.2%) | 65 (28.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 63 (72.4%) | 24 (27.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elkhart
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 73 | 13.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 58 | 10.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 77 | 14.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 154 | 28.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 50 | 9.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 106 | 19.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 25 | 4.6% |
| Total | 543 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Elkhart
Median Income by Occupancy in Elkhart
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 409 (75.3%) | $59,150 |
| Renter-Occupied | 134 (24.7%) | $0 |
| Average | 543 (100.0%) | $56,895 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elkhart
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 5 (1.2%) | 19 (14.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 1 (0.2%) | 7 (5.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 13 (3.2%) | 31 (23.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 10 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 73 (17.8%) | 11 (8.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 33 (8.1%) | 22 (16.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 94 (23.0%) | 5 (3.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 64 (15.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 55 (13.5%) | 39 (29.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 61 (14.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 409 (100.0%) | 134 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elkhart
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 23 (5.6%) | 7 (5.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 105 (25.7%) | 14 (10.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 167 (40.8%) | 92 (68.7%) |
| $800 to $999 | 13 (3.2%) | 10 (7.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 86 (21.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 12 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 3 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 409 (100.0%) | 134 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Elkhart
Housing Structures in Elkhart
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 511 | 94.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 28 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 4 | 0.7% |
| Total | 543 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elkhart
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 409 (80.0%) | 102 (20.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 409 (75.3%) | 134 (24.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elkhart
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 94 (23.0%) | 68 (50.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 234 (57.2%) | 43 (32.1%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 81 (19.8%) | 23 (17.2%) |
| Total | 409 (100.0%) | 134 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elkhart
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 362 (88.5%) | 103 (76.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 45 (11.0%) | 31 (23.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 409 (100.0%) | 134 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Elkhart
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (10.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 163 (39.9%) | 47 (35.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 94 (23.0%) | 45 (33.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 152 (37.2%) | 28 (20.9%) |
| Total | 409 (100.0%) | 134 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Elkhart
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elkhart
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 306 | 103 |
| Median Property Value | $110,600 | $99,000 |
| Median Household Income | $54,659 | $32 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $535 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,869 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elkhart
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 49 (16.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 85 (27.8%) | 56 (54.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 165 (53.9%) | 47 (45.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 7 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 103 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elkhart
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 5 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 23 (7.5%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 73 (23.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 33 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 94 (30.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 37 (12.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12 (3.9%) | 27 (26.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 29 (9.5%) | 43 (41.7%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 103 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elkhart
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 160 (52.3%) | 119,053 (115,585.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 41 (13.4%) | 102 (99.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 7 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 93 (30.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 103 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elkhart
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 15 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 92 (30.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 197 (64.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 306 (100.0%) | 103 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Elkhart
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkhart
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 143 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 259 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 36 (52.9%) | 32 (47.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 172 (88.7%) | 22 (11.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 102 (90.3%) | 11 (9.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 132 (66.3%) | 67 (33.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 213 (91.8%) | 19 (8.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 93 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,318 (89.7%) | 151 (10.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elkhart
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 143 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 259 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 36 (52.9%) | 32 (47.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elkhart
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 121 (78.6%) | 33 (21.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 179 (68.9%) | 81 (31.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 103 (73.6%) | 37 (26.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 360 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 555 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkhart
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 76 (53.1%) | 67 (46.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 76 (29.3%) | 183 (70.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 18 (26.5%) | 18 (26.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 172 (88.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 102 (90.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7 (3.5%) | 125 (62.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 42 (18.1%) | 171 (73.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 92 (98.9%) | 82 (88.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 168 (100.0%) | 115 (68.4%) |
| Total | 479 (32.6%) | 1,035 (70.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elkhart
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (18.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 19 (8.8%) | 118 (36.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (27.3%) | 25 (65.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (57.4%) | 95 (83.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elkhart
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (18.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (27.3%) | 25 (65.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 31 (57.4%) | 77 (67.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (11.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (55.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 19 (8.8%) | 109 (33.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (15.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (55.6%) | 19 (16.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (29.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Elkhart
Computing Device Access in Elkhart
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 339 | 62.4% |
| Smartphone | 327 | 60.2% |
| Tablet | 394 | 72.6% |
| No Computing Device | 80 | 14.7% |
| Total | 543 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Elkhart
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 445 | 82.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 0 | 0.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 15 | 2.8% |
| No Internet | 83 | 15.3% |
| Total | 543 | 100.0% |
Elkhart Summary
Elkhart, Kansas is a small town located in Morton County, in the southwestern corner of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Cimarron River, and is the county seat of Morton County. The town was founded in 1873, and was named after Elkhart, Indiana. The population of Elkhart was 1,845 at the 2010 census.
Geography
Elkhart is located at 37°2′17″N 101°45′17″W (37.038, -101.752). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.
The town is located in the High Plains region of the Great Plains, and is part of the Cimarron River Valley. The Cimarron River flows through the town, and is a major source of water for the area. The town is located in the semi-arid climate zone, and receives an average of 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) of precipitation per year.
Economy
The economy of Elkhart is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The town is home to several large farms and ranches, and is a major producer of wheat, corn, and other grains. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,845 people, 745 households, and 486 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,541.7 people per square mile (595.2/km2). There were 845 housing units at an average density of 708.3 per square mile (273.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
There were 745 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 10.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Elkhart?
Total Population of Elkhart is 1,542.
What is the Total Male Population of Elkhart?
Total Male Population of Elkhart is 703.
What is the Total Female Population of Elkhart?
Total Female Population of Elkhart is 839.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elkhart?
There are 83.79 Males per 100 Females in Elkhart.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elkhart?
There are 119.35 Females per 100 Males in Elkhart.
What is the Median Population Age in Elkhart?
Median Population Age in Elkhart is 44.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elkhart
Average Family Size in Elkhart is 4.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elkhart
Average Household Size in Elkhart is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elkhart?
Per Capita income in Elkhart is $27,231.
What is the Median Family Income in Elkhart?
Median Family Income in Elkhart is $85,000.
What is the Median Household income in Elkhart?
Median Household Income in Elkhart is $56,895.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elkhart?
Income or Wage Gap in Elkhart is 50.9%.
Women in Elkhart earn 49.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elkhart?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elkhart is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elkhart?
There are 640 People in the Labor Forcein in Elkhart.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elkhart?
56.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Elkhart.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elkhart?
Unemployment Rate in Elkhart is 5.0%.