Elon, NC

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Elon Overview

11,161
TOTAL POPULATION
5,107
MALE POPULATION
6,054
FEMALE POPULATION
84.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
118.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
22.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,817
PER CAPITA INCOME
$122,772
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$73,597
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
54.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
45.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,650
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Elon Zip Codes

Elon Area Codes

Race in Elon

The most populous races in Elon are White / Caucasian (9,482 | 85.0%), Black / African American (874 | 7.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (568 | 5.1%).
Race in Elon
Race# Population% Population
Asian3393.0%
Black / African American8747.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino5685.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian9,48285.0%
Two or more Races3723.3%
Some other Race940.8%
Total11,161100.0%

Ancestry in Elon

The most populous ancestries reported in Elon are German (1,875 | 16.8%), English (1,793 | 16.1%), Irish (1,162 | 10.4%), Italian (768 | 6.9%), and Scotch-Irish (618 | 5.5%), together accounting for 55.7% of all Elon residents.
Ancestry in Elon
Ancestry# Population% Population
African500.4%
American2352.1%
Arab220.2%
Austrian170.2%
Belgian300.3%
Bhutanese80.1%
British140.1%
Burmese180.2%
Canadian260.2%
Cherokee400.4%
Colombian330.3%
Czech220.2%
Czechoslovakian530.5%
Danish1060.9%
Dutch910.8%
Eastern European680.6%
English1,79316.1%
European2422.2%
Filipino280.3%
Finnish110.1%
French2982.7%
French Canadian440.4%
German1,87516.8%
Greek240.2%
Hungarian520.5%
Indian (Asian)1761.6%
Iranian330.3%
Irish1,16210.4%
Italian7686.9%
Jamaican280.3%
Korean510.5%
Mexican3363.0%
Navajo280.3%
Norwegian460.4%
Pakistani70.1%
Polish4714.2%
Portuguese140.1%
Puerto Rican490.4%
Russian500.4%
Scotch-Irish6185.5%
Scottish2111.9%
Slovak2031.8%
Slovene460.4%
South American620.6%
Spaniard700.6%
Spanish90.1%
Sri Lankan40.0%
Subsaharan African500.4%
Swedish880.8%
Swiss400.4%
Thai1311.2%
Uruguayan290.3%
Welsh910.8%
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Immigrants in Elon

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elon came from Asia (174 | 1.6%), Europe (147 | 1.3%), South Central Asia (142 | 1.3%), Southern Europe (123 | 1.1%), and Spain (112 | 1.0%), together accounting for 6.2% of all Elon residents.
Immigrants in Elon
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa120.1%
Asia1741.6%
Australia90.1%
Canada220.2%
Caribbean40.0%
Central America770.7%
China80.1%
Eastern Asia210.2%
Eastern Europe110.1%
Europe1471.3%
Germany120.1%
India1000.9%
Iran220.2%
Italy90.1%
Japan130.1%
Latin America810.7%
Malaysia40.0%
Mexico770.7%
Middle Africa120.1%
Northern Europe10.0%
Oceania90.1%
Pakistan200.2%
Portugal20.0%
Russia110.1%
South Central Asia1421.3%
South Eastern Asia110.1%
Southern Europe1231.1%
Spain1121.0%
Thailand70.1%
Western Europe120.1%
Zaire120.1%
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Sex and Age in Elon

Sex and Age in Elon

The most populous age groups in Elon are 20 to 24 Years (1,644 | 32.2%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,646 | 27.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Elon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years56 (1.1%)271 (4.5%)
5 to 9 Years29 (0.6%)85 (1.4%)
10 to 14 Years232 (4.5%)134 (2.2%)
15 to 19 Years1,030 (20.2%)1,420 (23.5%)
20 to 24 Years1,644 (32.2%)1,646 (27.2%)
25 to 29 Years126 (2.5%)142 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Years93 (1.8%)24 (0.4%)
35 to 39 Years198 (3.9%)317 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Years292 (5.7%)163 (2.7%)
45 to 49 Years143 (2.8%)209 (3.5%)
50 to 54 Years236 (4.6%)120 (2.0%)
55 to 59 Years286 (5.6%)314 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years209 (4.1%)221 (3.6%)
65 to 69 Years109 (2.1%)132 (2.2%)
70 to 74 Years75 (1.5%)204 (3.4%)
75 to 79 Years151 (3.0%)133 (2.2%)
80 to 84 Years91 (1.8%)151 (2.5%)
85 Years and over107 (2.1%)368 (6.1%)
Total5,107 (100.0%)6,054 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Elon

Median Family Size in Elon

The median family size in Elon is 2.90 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,536 | 88.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.93 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (36 | 2.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.33 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Elon
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,536 (88.6%)2.93
Single Male/Father36 (2.1%)2.33
Single Female/Mother161 (9.3%)2.78
Total Families1,733 (100.0%)2.90

Median Household Size in Elon

The median household size in Elon is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (36 | 1.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.08 persons per household. non-family households (1,216 | 41.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 2.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Elon
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,536 (52.1%)2.93
Single Male/Father36 (1.2%)4.08
Single Female/Mother161 (5.5%)2.88
Non-family1,216 (41.2%)2.06
Total Households2,949 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Elon

Out of a total of 2,949 households in Elon, 1,733 (58.8%) are family households, while 1,216 (41.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 773, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 670.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elon
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-670 (22.7%)
2-Person Households773 (26.2%)151 (5.1%)
3-Person Households370 (12.6%)327 (11.1%)
4-Person Households481 (16.3%)19 (0.6%)
5-Person Households76 (2.6%)15 (0.5%)
6-Person Households33 (1.1%)34 (1.1%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,733 (58.8%)1,216 (41.2%)

Female Fertility in Elon

Fertility by Age in Elon

Average fertility rate in Elon is 25.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 57.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Elon
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years21 (21.6%)15.0
20 to 34 years56 (57.7%)31.0
35 to 50 years20 (20.6%)28.0
Total97 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elon

37.1% of women with births (97) in Elon 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 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elon
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years16 (28.6%)40 (71.4%)
35 to 50 years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (37.1%)61 (62.9%)

Fertility by Education in Elon

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Elon
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree61 (62.9%)28.0
Bachelor's Degree36 (37.1%)104.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total97 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elon

62.9% of women with births in Elon are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elon
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)61 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (37.1%)61 (62.9%)

Income in Elon

Income Overview in Elon

Per Capita Income in Elon is $28,817, while median incomes of families and households are $122,772 and $73,597 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income11,161$28,817
Median Family Income1,733$122,772
Mean Family Income1,733$144,974
Median Household Income2,949$73,597
Mean Household Income2,949$103,187
Income Deficit1,733$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)11,16154.74%
Wage / Income Gap ($)11,16145.26¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index11,1610.49

Earnings by Sex in Elon

Average Earnings in Elon are $11,664, $15,563 for men and $7,044 for women, a difference of 54.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Elon
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,273 (54.7%)$15,563
Female2,711 (45.3%)$7,044
Total5,984 (100.0%)$11,664

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elon

The most common earnings brackets in Elon are $100,000+ for men (584 | 17.8%) and $2,499 or less for women (686 | 25.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elon
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less492 (15.0%)686 (25.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999473 (14.4%)506 (18.7%)
$5,000 to $7,499118 (3.6%)200 (7.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99917 (0.5%)18 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499457 (14.0%)267 (9.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99927 (0.8%)44 (1.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499233 (7.1%)22 (0.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99950 (1.5%)7 (0.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499119 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99941 (1.3%)56 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99964 (2.0%)63 (2.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99999 (3.0%)82 (3.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99953 (1.6%)49 (1.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99936 (1.1%)161 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99913 (0.4%)45 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99944 (1.3%)94 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99974 (2.3%)146 (5.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99981 (2.5%)139 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999198 (6.0%)26 (1.0%)
$100,000+584 (17.8%)100 (3.7%)
Total3,273 (100.0%)2,711 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elon

Average earnings in Elon are $84,917 for men and $41,556 for women, a difference of 51.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $152,624, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,848. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,708, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,857.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elon
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$24,848$0
College or Associate's Degree$29,405$32,857
Bachelor's Degree$92,096$46,375
Graduate Degree$152,624$67,708
Total$84,917$41,556

Family Income in Elon

Family Income Brackets in Elon

According to the Elon family income data, there are 496 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 10 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Elon
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000422.4%
$10,000 to $14,999100.6%
$15,000 to $24,999160.9%
$25,000 to $34,999573.3%
$35,000 to $49,999905.2%
$50,000 to $74,99927015.6%
$75,000 to $99,99921312.3%
$100,000 to $149,99929817.2%
$150,000 to $199,99949628.6%
$200,000+24314.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elon

4-person families (481 | 27.8%) account for the highest median family income in Elon with $168,194 per family, while 2-person families (804 | 46.4%) have the highest median income of $48,646 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elon
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families804 (46.4%)$97,292
3-Person Families359 (20.7%)$116,023
4-Person Families481 (27.8%)$168,194
5-Person Families56 (3.2%)$0
6-Person Families33 (1.9%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,733 (100.0%)$122,772

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elon

The median family income in Elon is $122,772, with families comprising 3+ earners (304) having the highest median family income of $169,217, while families with no earners (313) have the lowest median family income of $69,271, accounting for 17.5% and 18.1% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elon
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners313 (18.1%)$69,271
1 Earner446 (25.7%)$96,354
2 Earners670 (38.7%)$128,947
3+ Earners304 (17.5%)$169,217
Total1,733 (100.0%)$122,772

Household Income in Elon

Household Income Brackets in Elon

With 549 households falling in the category, the $150,000 to $199,999 income range is the most frequent in Elon, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 150 households (5.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Elon
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002277.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991505.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991836.2%
$25,000 to $34,9992307.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992016.8%
$50,000 to $74,99951017.3%
$75,000 to $99,99936312.3%
$100,000 to $149,9992869.7%
$150,000 to $199,99954918.6%
$200,000+2518.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Elon

The median household income in Elon is $73,597, with the highest median household income of $159,853 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 566 households (19.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $17,604, with 515 households (17.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Elon
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years515 (17.5%)$17,604
25 to 44 Years566 (19.2%)$159,853
45 to 64 Years908 (30.8%)$106,071
65+ Years960 (32.6%)$63,274
Total2,949 (100.0%)$73,597

Poverty in Elon

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elon

With 24.6% poverty level for males and 25.4% for females among the residents of Elon, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 701 males (65.3%) and 840 females (90.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (24.0%)
6 to 11 Years16 (13.9%)16 (13.6%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years701 (65.3%)840 (90.1%)
25 to 34 Years32 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years25 (5.1%)26 (5.4%)
45 to 54 Years6 (1.6%)13 (4.0%)
55 to 64 Years64 (13.4%)52 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years14 (8.1%)15 (4.6%)
75 Years and over19 (6.3%)79 (13.3%)
Total877 (24.6%)1,053 (25.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elon

According to the poverty statistics in Elon, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years56 (100.0%)271 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)38 (76.0%)
6 to 11 Years99 (86.1%)102 (86.4%)
12 to 14 Years127 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)
15 Years18 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years134 (100.0%)203 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years372 (34.7%)92 (9.9%)
25 to 34 Years187 (85.4%)166 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years465 (94.9%)454 (94.6%)
45 to 54 Years373 (98.4%)311 (96.0%)
55 to 64 Years414 (86.6%)483 (90.3%)
65 to 74 Years159 (91.9%)310 (95.4%)
75 Years and over284 (93.7%)516 (86.7%)
Total2,688 (75.4%)3,090 (74.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elon

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elon show that 3.7% or 57 of the total 1,536 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.0%, comprising of 41 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elon
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children783 (95.0%)41 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children612 (97.5%)16 (2.5%)
3 or 4 Children84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,479 (96.3%)57 (3.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elon

According to the poverty data in Elon, 44.4% or 16 single-father households and 6.2% or 10 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (44.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (8.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elon
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)10 (8.6%)
1 or 2 Children16 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (44.4%)10 (6.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elon

The poverty data for Elon shows that 57 of the married-couple family households (3.7%) and 26 of the single-parent households (13.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (5.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 household (20.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elon
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children41 (5.0%)10 (8.6%)
1 or 2 Children16 (2.5%)16 (20.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (3.7%)26 (13.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Elon

Employment by Class of Employer in Elon

Among the 4,377 employed individuals in Elon, private company employees (2,965 | 67.7%), not-for-profit organizations (396 | 9.0%), and local government employees (304 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Elon
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,96567.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2195.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2966.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations3969.0%
Local Government Employees3047.0%
State Government Employees1754.0%
Federal Government Employees140.3%
Unpaid Family Workers80.2%
Total4,377100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Elon

According to the labor force statistics for Elon, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,243), 45.4% or 4,650 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 181 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 117 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.5% or 69 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Elon
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,010 (43.2%)32 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years1,063 (32.3%)45 (4.2%)
25 to 29 Years210 (78.4%)19 (9.0%)
30 to 34 Years117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years850 (87.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years577 (81.5%)16 (2.8%)
55 to 59 Years475 (79.2%)69 (14.5%)
60 to 64 Years196 (45.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years142 (27.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,650 (45.4%)181 (3.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elon

According to labor force statistics for Elon, 78.4% of individuals (2,425) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,093) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 104 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.1% or 1,484 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.8% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elon
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma120 (32.3%)59 (15.8%)
College / Associate Degree820 (81.8%)45 (4.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,484 (88.1%)54 (3.2%)
Total2,425 (78.4%)133 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Elon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elon are Management (725 | 16.2%), Community & Social Service (462 | 10.3%), Education Instruction & Library (349 | 7.8%), Business & Financial (280 | 6.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (202 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Elon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elon, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Management (69.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (94.0%), and Community & Social Service (82.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Elon
OccupationMaleFemale
Management506 (69.8%)219 (30.2%)
Business & Financial147 (52.5%)133 (47.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science109 (65.3%)58 (34.7%)
Computers & Mathematics32 (49.2%)33 (50.8%)
Architecture & Engineering52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science25 (50.0%)25 (50.0%)
Community & Social Service 83 (18.0%)379 (82.0%)
Education, Arts & Media42 (46.2%)49 (53.8%)
Legal Services & Support20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library21 (6.0%)328 (94.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating91 (45.1%)111 (54.9%)
Health Technologists49 (35.8%)88 (64.2%)
Total (Category)936 (51.0%)900 (49.0%)
Total (Overall)2,605 (58.3%)1,863 (41.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Elon are Food Preparation & Serving (634 | 14.2%), Personal Care & Service (278 | 6.2%), Healthcare Support (91 | 2.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (51 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Elon

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Elon, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (85.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (84.3%), and Personal Care & Service (43.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (56.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (15.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Elon
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)91 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving539 (85.0%)95 (15.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance43 (84.3%)8 (15.7%)
Personal Care & Service122 (43.9%)156 (56.1%)
Total (Category)704 (66.8%)350 (33.2%)
Total (Overall)2,605 (58.3%)1,863 (41.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elon are Office & Administration (560 | 12.5%), and Sales & Related (318 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Elon

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Elon
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related134 (42.1%)184 (57.9%)
Office & Administration187 (33.4%)373 (66.6%)
Total (Category)321 (36.6%)557 (63.4%)
Total (Overall)2,605 (58.3%)1,863 (41.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elon are Construction & Extraction (111 | 2.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (52 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Elon

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Elon
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction100 (90.1%)11 (9.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)152 (93.2%)11 (6.8%)
Total (Overall)2,605 (58.3%)1,863 (41.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elon are Material Moving (307 | 6.9%), Production (144 | 3.2%), and Transportation (86 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Elon

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Elon
OccupationMaleFemale
Production99 (68.8%)45 (31.2%)
Transportation86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving307 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)492 (91.6%)45 (8.4%)
Total (Overall)2,605 (58.3%)1,863 (41.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Elon

Employment Industries in Elon

The major employment industries in Elon include Educational Services (924 | 20.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (806 | 18.0%), Retail Trade (452 | 10.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (399 | 8.9%), and Manufacturing (359 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Elon

Employment Industries by Sex in Elon

The Elon industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Manufacturing (97.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (92.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80.7%), and Wholesale Trade (71.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elon
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction166 (95.4%)8 (4.6%)
Manufacturing350 (97.5%)9 (2.5%)
Wholesale Trade37 (28.9%)91 (71.1%)
Retail Trade201 (44.5%)251 (55.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information9 (7.6%)109 (92.4%)
Finance & Insurance84 (72.4%)32 (27.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing21 (32.3%)44 (67.7%)
Professional & Scientific42 (30.4%)96 (69.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support82 (91.1%)8 (8.9%)
Educational Services316 (34.2%)608 (65.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance77 (19.3%)322 (80.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation265 (83.3%)53 (16.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services666 (82.6%)140 (17.4%)
Public Administration137 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,605 (58.3%)1,863 (41.7%)

Education in Elon

School Enrollment in Elon

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,087 students in Elon are college / undergraduate (4,998 | 82.1%), high school (551 | 9.0%), and middle school (280 | 4.6%).
School Enrollment in Elon
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool380.6%
Kindergarten430.7%
Elementary School1342.2%
Middle School2804.6%
High School5519.0%
College / Undergraduate4,99882.1%
Graduate / Professional430.7%
Total6,087100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elon

Out of a total of 6,087 students who are enrolled in schools in Elon, 4,517 (74.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,570 (25.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,716 (87.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 16 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elon
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds15 (48.4%)16 (51.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old78 (79.6%)20 (20.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds316 (86.3%)50 (13.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds405 (90.4%)43 (9.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds257 (13.0%)1,716 (87.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds398 (13.0%)2,655 (87.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over85 (83.3%)17 (16.7%)
Total1,570 (25.8%)4,517 (74.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elon

Business (503 | 19.6%), education (389 | 15.2%), science & technology (295 | 11.5%), communications (268 | 10.5%), and arts & humanities (178 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,561 individuals in Elon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elon
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1224.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1104.3%
Physical & Health Sciences1204.7%
Psychology1365.3%
Social Sciences1736.8%
Engineering843.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology29511.5%
Business50319.6%
Education38915.2%
Literature & Languages732.9%
Liberal Arts & History763.0%
Visual & Performing Arts341.3%
Communications26810.5%
Arts & Humanities1787.0%
Total2,561100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Elon

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elon

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elon are males with 2 vehicles (656, accounting for 35.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (515, making up 44.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elon
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle106 (5.7%)116 (7.8%)
2 Vehicles656 (35.4%)515 (34.7%)
3 Vehicles572 (30.9%)485 (32.7%)
4 Vehicles374 (20.2%)225 (15.2%)
5 or more Vehicles144 (7.8%)141 (9.5%)
Total1,852 (100.0%)1,482 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Elon

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elon are 10 to 14 minutes (658 commuters, 17.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (576 commuters, 15.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (449 commuters, 12.0%).
Commute Time in Elon
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2657.1%
5 to 9 Minutes57615.5%
10 to 14 Minutes65817.7%
15 to 19 Minutes40811.0%
20 to 24 Minutes44912.0%
25 to 29 Minutes3268.7%
30 to 34 Minutes1975.3%
35 to 39 Minutes942.5%
40 to 44 Minutes2055.5%
45 to 59 Minutes3359.0%
60 to 89 Minutes681.8%
90 or more Minutes1443.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Elon

The most common commute times in Elon are 20 to 24 minutes (345 commuters, 15.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (356 commuters, 24.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Elon
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes265 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes221 (9.7%)355 (24.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes302 (13.3%)356 (24.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes181 (8.0%)227 (15.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes345 (15.1%)104 (7.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes275 (12.1%)51 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes65 (2.9%)132 (9.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes17 (0.7%)77 (5.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes165 (7.2%)40 (2.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes260 (11.4%)75 (5.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes48 (2.1%)20 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes133 (5.8%)11 (0.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elon

The most frequent times of departure to work in Elon are 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (371, 16.3%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (405, 28.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elon
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM40 (1.8%)8 (0.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM139 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM106 (4.7%)73 (5.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM105 (4.6%)21 (1.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM83 (3.6%)175 (12.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM235 (10.3%)179 (12.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM289 (12.7%)150 (10.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM175 (7.7%)190 (13.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM371 (16.3%)15 (1.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM24 (1.1%)119 (8.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM181 (8.0%)53 (3.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (0.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM245 (10.8%)405 (28.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM284 (12.5%)52 (3.6%)
Total2,277 (100.0%)1,448 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Elon

Occupancy by Ownership in Elon

Of the total 2,949 dwellings in Elon, owner-occupied units account for 1,750 (59.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,199 (40.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Elon
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,75059.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,19940.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,949100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Elon

Occupancy by Household Size in Elon
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household67022.7%
2-Person Household92431.3%
3-Person Household69723.6%
4+ Person Household65822.3%
Total Housing Units2,949100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elon

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household247 (36.9%)423 (63.1%)
2-Person Household651 (70.5%)273 (29.5%)
3-Person Household309 (44.3%)388 (55.7%)
4+ Person Household543 (82.5%)115 (17.5%)
Total Housing Units1,750 (59.3%)1,199 (40.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elon

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School38 (27.3%)101 (72.7%)
High School Diploma81 (36.5%)141 (63.5%)
College/Associate Degree327 (38.3%)527 (61.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,304 (75.2%)430 (24.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elon

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elon
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years62021.0%
35 to 44 Years46115.6%
45 to 54 Years36212.3%
55 to 64 Years54618.5%
65 to 74 Years32210.9%
75 to 84 Years31310.6%
85 Years and Over32511.0%
Total2,949100.0%

Housing Finances in Elon

Median Income by Occupancy in Elon

Median Income by Occupancy in Elon
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,750 (59.3%)$123,000
Renter-Occupied1,199 (40.7%)$33,917
Average2,949 (100.0%)$73,597

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elon

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elon
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00065 (3.7%)133 (11.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9999 (0.5%)21 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99910 (0.6%)140 (11.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99940 (2.3%)41 (3.4%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)101 (8.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99960 (3.4%)170 (14.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99985 (4.9%)117 (9.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999251 (14.3%)259 (21.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999258 (14.7%)104 (8.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999214 (12.2%)72 (6.0%)
$150,000 or more758 (43.3%)41 (3.4%)
Total1,750 (100.0%)1,199 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elon

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elon
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30087 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499123 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799193 (11.0%)187 (15.6%)
$800 to $999144 (8.2%)156 (13.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499343 (19.6%)236 (19.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999217 (12.4%)139 (11.6%)
$2,000 to $2,499409 (23.4%)150 (12.5%)
$2,500 to $2,99982 (4.7%)102 (8.5%)
$3,000 or more152 (8.7%)183 (15.3%)
Total1,750 (100.0%)1,199 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Elon

Housing Structures in Elon

Housing Structures in Elon
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,10371.3%
Single Unit, Attached2889.8%
2 Unit Apartments1013.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1414.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1133.8%
10 or more Apartments1675.7%
Mobile Home / Other361.2%
Total2,949100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elon

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elon
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,584 (75.3%)519 (24.7%)
Single Unit, Attached134 (46.5%)154 (53.5%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)101 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments10 (7.1%)131 (92.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)113 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)167 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other22 (61.1%)14 (38.9%)
Total1,750 (59.3%)1,199 (40.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elon

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elon
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)29 (2.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)116 (9.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms289 (16.5%)572 (47.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms541 (30.9%)338 (28.2%)
8 or more Rooms920 (52.6%)144 (12.0%)
Total1,750 (100.0%)1,199 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elon

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elon
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,087 (62.1%)494 (41.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5 (0.3%)18 (1.5%)
Electricity628 (35.9%)679 (56.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels30 (1.7%)8 (0.7%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,750 (100.0%)1,199 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Elon

Household Vehicle Usage in Elon
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle14 (0.8%)143 (11.9%)
1 Vehicle204 (11.7%)366 (30.5%)
2 Vehicles806 (46.1%)289 (24.1%)
3 or more Vehicles726 (41.5%)401 (33.4%)
Total1,750 (100.0%)1,199 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Elon

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elon

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5051,245
Median Property Value$271,200$352,300
Median Household Income$64,205$643
Monthly Housing Costs$583$152
Real Estate Taxes$2,255$67

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elon

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elon
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00049 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9998 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999226 (44.8%)407 (32.7%)
$300,000 to $499,999198 (39.2%)721 (57.9%)
$500,000 to $749,99912 (2.4%)43 (3.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)7 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more12 (2.4%)67 (5.4%)
Total505 (100.0%)1,245 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elon

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elon
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00062 (12.3%)7 (0.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99940 (7.9%)12 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99938 (7.5%)10 (0.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99977 (15.2%)22 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99949 (9.7%)8 (0.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99963 (12.5%)202 (16.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99961 (12.1%)195 (15.7%)
$150,000 or more115 (22.8%)153 (12.3%)
Total505 (100.0%)1,245 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elon

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elon
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x164 (32.5%)158,117 (12,700.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x89 (17.6%)253 (20.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x64 (12.7%)580 (46.6%)
4.0x or more156 (30.9%)194 (15.6%)
Total505 (100.0%)1,245 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elon

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elon
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80073 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49995 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499297 (58.8%)167 (13.4%)
Total505 (100.0%)1,245 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Elon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elon
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years364 (96.6%)13 (3.5%)
6 to 18 Years1,936 (98.2%)36 (1.8%)
19 to 25 Years3,890 (91.5%)360 (8.5%)
26 to 34 Years319 (95.8%)14 (4.2%)
35 to 44 Years873 (90.0%)97 (10.0%)
45 to 54 Years660 (93.9%)43 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years954 (94.2%)59 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years498 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older898 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,392 (94.4%)622 (5.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elon

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elon
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born364 (96.6%)13 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,936 (98.2%)36 (1.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,890 (91.5%)360 (8.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elon

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elon
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,125 (84.9%)200 (15.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999954 (91.8%)85 (8.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,296 (95.5%)61 (4.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999717 (89.5%)84 (10.5%)
$100,000 and over2,940 (95.0%)156 (5.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elon

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elon
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6247 (65.5%)160 (42.4%)
6 to 18 Years150 (7.6%)1,842 (93.4%)
19 to 25 Years260 (6.1%)3,815 (89.8%)
25 to 34 Years107 (32.1%)280 (84.1%)
35 to 44 Years146 (15.0%)778 (80.2%)
45 to 54 Years51 (7.2%)628 (89.3%)
55 to 64 Years160 (15.8%)828 (81.7%)
65 to 74 Years481 (96.6%)329 (66.1%)
75 Years and over898 (100.0%)587 (65.4%)
Total2,500 (22.7%)9,247 (84.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elon

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years32 (1.2%)203 (6.9%)
35 to 64 Years192 (14.2%)137 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years23 (13.3%)52 (16.0%)
75 Years and over154 (50.8%)330 (55.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elon

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Elon: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years53 (3.9%)40 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (6.9%)18 (5.5%)
75 Years and over84 (27.7%)162 (27.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Elon: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)39 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years16 (1.2%)51 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years8 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over21 (6.9%)21 (3.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Elon: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years32 (1.2%)164 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years50 (3.7%)43 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.1%)
75 Years and over10 (3.3%)161 (27.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Elon: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years123 (9.1%)87 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years6 (3.5%)43 (13.2%)
75 Years and over107 (35.3%)233 (39.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Elon: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (4.2%)23 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years3 (1.7%)16 (4.9%)
75 Years and over24 (7.9%)130 (21.8%)

Technology Access in Elon

Computing Device Access in Elon

Computing Device Access in Elon
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,50384.9%
Smartphone2,49384.5%
Tablet2,20274.7%
No Computing Device2127.2%
Total2,949100.0%

Internet Access in Elon

Internet Access in Elon
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet100.3%
Broadband Home2,36480.2%
Cellular Data Only1615.5%
Satellite Internet1354.6%
No Internet37812.8%
Total2,949100.0%

Elon Summary

Elon, North Carolina is a small town located in Alamance County, North Carolina. It is situated in the Piedmont region of the state, approximately halfway between Greensboro and Burlington. The town was founded in 1881 and was named after the Elon College, which was established in 1889. The town has a population of approximately 9,000 people and is home to Elon University, a private liberal arts college.

Geography

Elon is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, approximately halfway between Greensboro and Burlington. The town is situated on the banks of the Haw River, which flows through the town and is a major source of recreation for the area. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The town is located at an elevation of approximately 800 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Elon is largely based on the presence of Elon University. The university is the largest employer in the town and provides jobs for many of the residents. Other major employers in the town include the Alamance Regional Medical Center, the Alamance-Burlington School System, and the Burlington Industries. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Elon was 8,935. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 14.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.4% from other races. The median household income was $45,945, and the median family income was $58,958. The per capita income was $22,945.

History

Elon was founded in 1881 and was named after the Elon College, which was established in 1889. The college was founded by the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and was the first college in the state to be founded by the church. The college was closed in 1973 due to financial difficulties, but the town of Elon continued to grow and prosper. In the late 20th century, the town experienced a period of rapid growth due to the presence of Elon University. The university has become a major economic force in the town and has helped to attract new businesses and residents to the area.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Elon?
Total Population of Elon is 11,161.
What is the Total Male Population of Elon?
Total Male Population of Elon is 5,107.
What is the Total Female Population of Elon?
Total Female Population of Elon is 6,054.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elon?
There are 84.36 Males per 100 Females in Elon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elon?
There are 118.54 Females per 100 Males in Elon.
What is the Median Population Age in Elon?
Median Population Age in Elon is 22.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elon
Average Family Size in Elon is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elon
Average Household Size in Elon is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elon?
Per Capita income in Elon is $28,817.
What is the Median Family Income in Elon?
Median Family Income in Elon is $122,772.
What is the Median Household income in Elon?
Median Household Income in Elon is $73,597.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elon?
Income or Wage Gap in Elon is 54.7%.
Women in Elon earn 45.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elon?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elon is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elon?
There are 4,650 People in the Labor Forcein in Elon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elon?
45.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Elon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elon?
Unemployment Rate in Elon is 3.9%.