Elk City, OK
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11,494
TOTAL POPULATION
5,727
MALE POPULATION
5,767
FEMALE POPULATION
99.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.70
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,994
PER CAPITA INCOME
$58,846
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$47,903
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
43.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
56.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,640
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Elk City Zip Codes
Elk City Area Codes
Race in Elk City
The most populous races in Elk City are White / Caucasian (10,007 | 87.1%), Hispanic or Latino (2,479 | 21.6%), and Two or more Races (532 | 4.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 113 | 1.0% |
| Black / African American | 349 | 3.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,479 | 21.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 177 | 1.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 10,007 | 87.1% |
| Two or more Races | 532 | 4.6% |
| Some other Race | 316 | 2.8% |
| Total | 11,494 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Elk City
The most populous ancestries reported in Elk City are Mexican (2,277 | 19.8%), American (1,834 | 16.0%), German (961 | 8.4%), English (831 | 7.2%), and Irish (677 | 5.9%), together accounting for 57.3% of all Elk City residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 1 | 0.0% |
| American | 1,834 | 16.0% |
| Arab | 2 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 6 | 0.1% |
| British | 15 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 13 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 80 | 0.7% |
| Cherokee | 75 | 0.6% |
| Cheyenne | 33 | 0.3% |
| Chickasaw | 23 | 0.2% |
| Choctaw | 21 | 0.2% |
| Comanche | 4 | 0.0% |
| Creek | 35 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 39 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 39 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 63 | 0.5% |
| Dutch | 196 | 1.7% |
| Eastern European | 15 | 0.1% |
| English | 831 | 7.2% |
| European | 252 | 2.2% |
| French | 110 | 1.0% |
| French Canadian | 44 | 0.4% |
| German | 961 | 8.4% |
| Honduran | 80 | 0.7% |
| Indian (Asian) | 52 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 677 | 5.9% |
| Italian | 73 | 0.6% |
| Korean | 67 | 0.6% |
| Lebanese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 2,277 | 19.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 38 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 26 | 0.2% |
| Osage | 19 | 0.2% |
| Ottawa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 10 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 14 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 65 | 0.6% |
| Potawatomi | 1 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 6 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 31 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 83 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 191 | 1.7% |
| Spaniard | 33 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 1 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 55 | 0.5% | View All 46 Rows |
Immigrants in Elk City
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elk City came from Central America (887 | 7.7%), Latin America (887 | 7.7%), Mexico (878 | 7.6%), Asia (74 | 0.6%), and China (52 | 0.4%), together accounting for 24.2% of all Elk City residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 74 | 0.6% |
| Central America | 887 | 7.7% |
| China | 52 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 52 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 21 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 9 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 887 | 7.7% |
| Mexico | 878 | 7.6% |
| Northern Europe | 21 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 22 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 22 | 0.2% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Elk City
Sex and Age in Elk City
The most populous age groups in Elk City are 20 to 24 Years (640 | 11.2%) for men and Under 5 Years (624 | 10.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 321 (5.6%) | 624 (10.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 518 (9.0%) | 426 (7.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 432 (7.5%) | 293 (5.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 205 (3.6%) | 349 (6.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 640 (11.2%) | 355 (6.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 558 (9.7%) | 481 (8.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 462 (8.1%) | 338 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 589 (10.3%) | 202 (3.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 179 (3.1%) | 302 (5.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 212 (3.7%) | 272 (4.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 229 (4.0%) | 388 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 256 (4.5%) | 308 (5.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 409 (7.1%) | 373 (6.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 246 (4.3%) | 238 (4.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 136 (2.4%) | 310 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 201 (3.5%) | 278 (4.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 42 (0.7%) | 89 (1.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 92 (1.6%) | 141 (2.4%) |
| Total | 5,727 (100.0%) | 5,767 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Elk City
Median Family Size in Elk City
The median family size in Elk City is 2.73 persons per family, with single female/mother families (558 | 18.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.01 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,180 | 72.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.67 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,180 (72.4%) | 2.67 |
| Single Male/Father | 274 (9.1%) | 2.70 |
| Single Female/Mother | 558 (18.5%) | 3.01 |
| Total Families | 3,012 (100.0%) | 2.73 |
Median Household Size in Elk City
The median household size in Elk City is 2.31 persons per household, with single male/father households (274 | 5.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.91 persons per household. non-family households (1,884 | 38.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,180 (44.5%) | 2.67 |
| Single Male/Father | 274 (5.6%) | 3.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 558 (11.4%) | 3.90 |
| Non-family | 1,884 (38.5%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 4,896 (100.0%) | 2.31 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elk City
Out of a total of 4,896 households in Elk City, 3,012 (61.5%) are family households, while 1,884 (38.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,611, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,495.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,495 (30.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,611 (32.9%) | 364 (7.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 754 (15.4%) | 25 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 266 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 264 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 94 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 23 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,012 (61.5%) | 1,884 (38.5%) |
Female Fertility in Elk City
Fertility by Age in Elk City
Average fertility rate in Elk City is 151.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 163.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 54.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 40 (11.5%) | 115.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 191 (54.9%) | 163.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 117 (33.6%) | 151.0 |
| Total | 348 (100.0%) | 151.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elk City
69.8% of women with births (348) in Elk City are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 44.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 138 (72.3%) | 53 (27.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 65 (55.6%) | 52 (44.4%) |
| Total | 243 (69.8%) | 105 (30.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Elk City
Average fertility rate in Elk City is 151.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 553.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 7.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 34.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 3 (0.9%) | 7.0 |
| High School Diploma | 87 (25.0%) | 138.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 121 (34.8%) | 155.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (8.1%) | 103.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 109 (31.3%) | 553.0 |
| Total | 348 (100.0%) | 151.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elk City
30.2% of women with births in Elk City are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school 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 81.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 80 (91.9%) | 7 (8.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 23 (19.0%) | 98 (81.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 109 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 243 (69.8%) | 105 (30.2%) |
Income in Elk City
Income Overview in Elk City
Per Capita Income in Elk City is $28,994, while median incomes of families and households are $58,846 and $47,903 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 11,494 | $28,994 |
| Median Family Income | 3,012 | $58,846 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,012 | $78,093 |
| Median Household Income | 4,896 | $47,903 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,896 | $66,313 |
| Income Deficit | 3,012 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 11,494 | 43.26% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 11,494 | 56.74¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 11,494 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Elk City
Average Earnings in Elk City are $32,929, $46,537 for men and $26,403 for women, a difference of 43.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,362 (55.6%) | $46,537 |
| Female | 2,689 (44.4%) | $26,403 |
| Total | 6,051 (100.0%) | $32,929 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elk City
The most common earnings brackets in Elk City are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (414 | 12.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (349 | 13.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 180 (5.3%) | 101 (3.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 53 (1.6%) | 169 (6.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 22 (0.6%) | 129 (4.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 69 (2.1%) | 152 (5.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 172 (5.1%) | 167 (6.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 44 (1.3%) | 123 (4.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 157 (4.7%) | 192 (7.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 59 (1.8%) | 52 (1.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 47 (1.4%) | 18 (0.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 191 (5.7%) | 150 (5.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 181 (5.4%) | 349 (13.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 117 (3.5%) | 245 (9.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 174 (5.2%) | 22 (0.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 140 (4.2%) | 83 (3.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 151 (4.5%) | 124 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 304 (9.0%) | 237 (8.8%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 357 (10.6%) | 104 (3.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 177 (5.3%) | 78 (2.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 414 (12.3%) | 94 (3.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 353 (10.5%) | 100 (3.7%) |
| Total | 3,362 (100.0%) | 2,689 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elk City
Average earnings in Elk City are $51,336 for men and $29,079 for women, a difference of 43.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $137,625, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $40,577. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $53,902, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,819.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $43,869 | $28,347 |
| High School Diploma | $52,121 | $24,819 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $40,577 | $25,064 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $58,548 | $45,205 |
| Graduate Degree | $137,625 | $53,902 |
| Total | $51,336 | $29,079 |
Family Income in Elk City
Family Income Brackets in Elk City
According to the Elk City family income data, there are 608 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 87 families (2.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 175 | 5.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 87 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 238 | 7.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 277 | 9.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 563 | 18.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 349 | 11.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 349 | 11.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 608 | 20.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 259 | 8.6% |
| $200,000+ | 105 | 3.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elk City
3-person families (798 | 26.5%) account for the highest median family income in Elk City with $101,765 per family, while 3-person families (798 | 26.5%) have the highest median income of $33,922 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,675 (55.6%) | $47,126 |
| 3-Person Families | 798 (26.5%) | $101,765 |
| 4-Person Families | 268 (8.9%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 162 (5.4%) | $86,189 |
| 6-Person Families | 100 (3.3%) | $16,471 |
| 7+ Person Families | 9 (0.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,012 (100.0%) | $58,846 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elk City
The median family income in Elk City is $58,846, with families comprising 2 earners (1,421) having the highest median family income of $107,171, while families with no earners (487) have the lowest median family income of $36,150, accounting for 47.2% and 16.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 487 (16.2%) | $36,150 |
| 1 Earner | 1,035 (34.4%) | $42,972 |
| 2 Earners | 1,421 (47.2%) | $107,171 |
| 3+ Earners | 69 (2.3%) | $83,040 |
| Total | 3,012 (100.0%) | $58,846 |
Household Income in Elk City
Household Income Brackets in Elk City
With 871 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Elk City, accounting for 17.8% of all households. In contrast, only 103 households (2.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 235 | 4.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 499 | 10.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 401 | 8.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 592 | 12.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 871 | 17.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 666 | 13.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 494 | 10.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 685 | 14.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 348 | 7.1% |
| $200,000+ | 103 | 2.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Elk City
The median household income in Elk City is $47,903, with the highest median household income of $72,768 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,382 households (28.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,396, with 551 households (11.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 551 (11.3%) | $32,396 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,764 (36.0%) | $51,214 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,382 (28.2%) | $72,768 |
| 65+ Years | 1,199 (24.5%) | $37,035 |
| Total | 4,896 (100.0%) | $47,903 |
Poverty in Elk City
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elk City
With 24.8% poverty level for males and 27.1% for females among the residents of Elk City, 18 to 24 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 431 males (67.3%) and 31 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 52 (16.2%) | 343 (55.0%) |
| 5 Years | 94 (37.0%) | 25 (35.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 145 (36.0%) | 142 (38.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 135 (46.2%) | 66 (55.9%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 85 (47.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 431 (67.3%) | 149 (31.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 20 (2.0%) | 384 (46.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 125 (16.7%) | 95 (18.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 76 (17.5%) | 90 (13.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 131 (20.4%) | 52 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 101 (26.7%) | 49 (9.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.3%) | 78 (16.7%) |
| Total | 1,396 (24.8%) | 1,504 (27.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elk City
According to the poverty statistics in Elk City, males aged 15 years and females aged 16 and 17 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 | 269 (83.8%) | 281 (45.0%) |
| 5 Years | 160 (63.0%) | 45 (64.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 258 (64.0%) | 223 (61.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 157 (53.8%) | 52 (44.1%) |
| 15 Years | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 94 (52.5%) | 199 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 209 (32.7%) | 325 (68.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 983 (98.0%) | 435 (53.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 625 (83.3%) | 409 (81.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 359 (82.5%) | 570 (86.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 510 (79.6%) | 629 (92.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 278 (73.4%) | 488 (90.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 311 (99.7%) | 390 (83.3%) |
| Total | 4,235 (75.2%) | 4,046 (72.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elk City
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elk City show that 5.4% or 118 of the total 2,180 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 33.9%, comprising of 74 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.5%, which includes 18 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,223 (98.6%) | 18 (1.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 695 (96.4%) | 26 (3.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 144 (66.1%) | 74 (33.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,062 (94.6%) | 118 (5.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elk City
According to the poverty data in Elk City, 4.4% or 12 single-father households and 60.4% or 337 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 121 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (22.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 3 (1.2%) | 183 (63.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 121 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12 (4.4%) | 337 (60.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elk City
The poverty data for Elk City shows that 118 of the married-couple family households (5.4%) and 349 of the single-parent households (41.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 74 households (33.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 121 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 18 (1.5%) | 33 (19.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 26 (3.6%) | 186 (34.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 74 (33.9%) | 121 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 118 (5.4%) | 349 (41.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Elk City
Employment by Class of Employer in Elk City
Among the 5,179 employed individuals in Elk City, private company employees (3,403 | 65.7%), state government employees (561 | 10.8%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (530 | 10.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 3,403 | 65.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 165 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 530 | 10.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 113 | 2.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 269 | 5.2% |
| State Government Employees | 561 | 10.8% |
| Federal Government Employees | 138 | 2.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,179 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Elk City
According to the labor force statistics for Elk City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,826), 63.9% or 5,640 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 288 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 88.5% or 920 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.4% or 141 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 148 (29.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 725 (72.9%) | 141 (19.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 920 (88.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 663 (82.9%) | 15 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 968 (76.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 810 (73.6%) | 63 (7.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 434 (77.0%) | 54 (12.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 553 (70.7%) | 16 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 220 (23.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 195 (23.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,640 (63.9%) | 288 (5.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elk City
According to labor force statistics for Elk City, 78.2% of individuals (4,346) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,558) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 148 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 88.0% or 1,000 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 38.1% or 67 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 176 (38.9%) | 173 (38.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,771 (76.0%) | 86 (3.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,401 (85.5%) | 18 (1.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,000 (88.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,346 (78.2%) | 189 (3.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Elk City
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elk City are Community & Social Service (432 | 8.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (359 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (271 | 5.1%), Health Technologists (263 | 4.9%), and Management (232 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elk City, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Community & Social Service (77.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (68.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 150 (64.7%) | 82 (35.3%) |
| Business & Financial | 108 (86.4%) | 17 (13.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 77 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 45 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 96 (22.2%) | 336 (77.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 161 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 96 (35.4%) | 175 (64.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 113 (31.5%) | 246 (68.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 113 (43.0%) | 150 (57.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 544 (44.4%) | 681 (55.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,053 (57.1%) | 2,294 (42.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Elk City are Cleaning & Maintenance (367 | 6.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (282 | 5.3%), Personal Care & Service (260 | 4.9%), Healthcare Support (195 | 3.6%), and Security & Protection (57 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Elk City, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (73.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (74.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 195 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 42 (73.7%) | 15 (26.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 28 (65.1%) | 15 (34.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 73 (25.9%) | 209 (74.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 253 (68.9%) | 114 (31.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 260 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 368 (31.7%) | 793 (68.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,053 (57.1%) | 2,294 (42.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elk City are Office & Administration (746 | 14.0%), and Sales & Related (482 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 218 (45.2%) | 264 (54.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 254 (34.1%) | 492 (65.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 472 (38.4%) | 756 (61.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,053 (57.1%) | 2,294 (42.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elk City are Construction & Extraction (1,048 | 19.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (201 | 3.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,048 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 190 (94.5%) | 11 (5.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,238 (99.1%) | 11 (0.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,053 (57.1%) | 2,294 (42.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elk City are Transportation (262 | 4.9%), Material Moving (114 | 2.1%), and Production (108 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 108 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 224 (85.5%) | 38 (14.5%) |
| Material Moving | 99 (86.8%) | 15 (13.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 431 (89.0%) | 53 (11.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,053 (57.1%) | 2,294 (42.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Elk City
Employment Industries in Elk City
The major employment industries in Elk City include Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (715 | 13.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (700 | 13.1%), Construction (620 | 11.6%), Retail Trade (563 | 10.5%), and Educational Services (524 | 9.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elk City
The Elk City industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.1%), and Educational Services (75.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 659 (92.2%) | 56 (7.8%) |
| Construction | 599 (96.6%) | 21 (3.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 221 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 70 (59.3%) | 48 (40.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 257 (45.7%) | 306 (54.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 135 (52.9%) | 120 (47.1%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 19 (39.6%) | 29 (60.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 148 (51.2%) | 141 (48.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 23 (31.9%) | 49 (68.1%) |
| Educational Services | 129 (24.6%) | 395 (75.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 153 (21.9%) | 547 (78.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 95 (25.9%) | 272 (74.1%) |
| Public Administration | 195 (78.0%) | 55 (22.0%) |
| Total | 3,053 (57.1%) | 2,294 (42.9%) |
Education in Elk City
School Enrollment in Elk City
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,752 students in Elk City are middle school (724 | 26.3%), elementary school (542 | 19.7%), and high school (514 | 18.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 242 | 8.8% |
| Kindergarten | 251 | 9.1% |
| Elementary School | 542 | 19.7% |
| Middle School | 724 | 26.3% |
| High School | 514 | 18.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 309 | 11.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 170 | 6.2% |
| Total | 2,752 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elk City
Out of a total of 2,752 students who are enrolled in schools in Elk City, 239 (8.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,513 (91.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 61 (45.2% 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 98 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 98 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 791 (88.5%) | 103 (11.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 687 (94.8%) | 38 (5.2%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 412 (94.9%) | 22 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 79 (98.8%) | 1 (1.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 286 (95.0%) | 15 (5.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 74 (54.8%) | 61 (45.2%) |
| Total | 2,513 (91.3%) | 239 (8.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elk City
Education (366 | 26.2%), business (289 | 20.7%), science & technology (286 | 20.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (124 | 8.9%), and arts & humanities (122 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,395 individuals in Elk City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 31 | 2.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 124 | 8.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 18 | 1.3% |
| Psychology | 45 | 3.2% |
| Social Sciences | 27 | 1.9% |
| Engineering | 21 | 1.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 2 | 0.1% |
| Science & Technology | 286 | 20.5% |
| Business | 289 | 20.7% |
| Education | 366 | 26.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 27 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 12 | 0.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 17 | 1.2% |
| Communications | 8 | 0.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 122 | 8.7% |
| Total | 1,395 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Elk City
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elk City
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elk City are males with 2 vehicles (1,466, accounting for 49.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,036, making up 66.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 83 (2.8%) | 205 (9.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 738 (24.8%) | 576 (26.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,466 (49.3%) | 1,036 (46.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 543 (18.3%) | 292 (13.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 114 (3.8%) | 67 (3.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 28 (0.9%) | 31 (1.4%) |
| Total | 2,972 (100.0%) | 2,207 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Elk City
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elk City are 10 to 14 minutes (1,352 commuters, 26.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,103 commuters, 22.0%), and less than 5 minutes (795 commuters, 15.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 795 | 15.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,103 | 22.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,352 | 26.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 544 | 10.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 198 | 3.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 86 | 1.7% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 403 | 8.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 27 | 0.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 28 | 0.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 338 | 6.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 13 | 0.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 139 | 2.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Elk City
The most common commute times in Elk City are 10 to 14 minutes (672 commuters, 22.8%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (680 commuters, 32.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 504 (17.1%) | 291 (14.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 500 (16.9%) | 603 (29.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 672 (22.8%) | 680 (32.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 341 (11.6%) | 203 (9.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 145 (4.9%) | 53 (2.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 34 (1.1%) | 52 (2.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 277 (9.4%) | 126 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 27 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 28 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 298 (10.1%) | 40 (1.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 13 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 114 (3.9%) | 25 (1.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elk City
The most frequent times of departure to work in Elk City are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (618, 20.9%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (459, 22.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 135 (4.6%) | 94 (4.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 350 (11.8%) | 60 (2.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 302 (10.2%) | 24 (1.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 231 (7.8%) | 281 (13.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 321 (10.9%) | 110 (5.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 481 (16.3%) | 459 (22.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 618 (20.9%) | 360 (17.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 163 (5.5%) | 130 (6.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 13 (0.4%) | 136 (6.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 76 (2.6%) | 54 (2.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 85 (2.9%) | 158 (7.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (1.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 157 (5.3%) | 149 (7.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 21 (0.7%) | 33 (1.6%) |
| Total | 2,953 (100.0%) | 2,073 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Elk City
Occupancy by Ownership in Elk City
Of the total 4,896 dwellings in Elk City, owner-occupied units account for 3,091 (63.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,805 (36.9%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,091 | 63.1% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,805 | 36.9% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,896 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Elk City
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,495 | 30.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,975 | 40.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 779 | 15.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 647 | 13.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,896 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elk City
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 644 (43.1%) | 851 (56.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,387 (70.2%) | 588 (29.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 494 (63.4%) | 285 (36.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 566 (87.5%) | 81 (12.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,091 (63.1%) | 1,805 (36.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elk City
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 322 (71.7%) | 127 (28.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,162 (56.7%) | 886 (43.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 863 (54.9%) | 708 (45.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 744 (89.9%) | 84 (10.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elk City
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,637 | 33.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 678 | 13.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 559 | 11.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 823 | 16.8% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 573 | 11.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 458 | 9.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 168 | 3.4% |
| Total | 4,896 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Elk City
Median Income by Occupancy in Elk City
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,091 (63.1%) | $55,819 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,805 (36.9%) | $37,788 |
| Average | 4,896 (100.0%) | $47,903 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elk City
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 94 (3.0%) | 50 (2.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 55 (1.8%) | 38 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 108 (3.5%) | 392 (21.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 147 (4.8%) | 95 (5.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 79 (2.6%) | 80 (4.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 426 (13.8%) | 165 (9.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 463 (15.0%) | 407 (22.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 457 (14.8%) | 207 (11.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 431 (13.9%) | 65 (3.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 416 (13.5%) | 268 (14.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 415 (13.4%) | 38 (2.1%) |
| Total | 3,091 (100.0%) | 1,805 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elk City
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 335 (10.8%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| $300 to $499 | 412 (13.3%) | 189 (10.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 795 (25.7%) | 403 (22.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 321 (10.4%) | 492 (27.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 582 (18.8%) | 332 (18.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 426 (13.8%) | 25 (1.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 142 (4.6%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 78 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,091 (100.0%) | 1,805 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Elk City
Housing Structures in Elk City
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,505 | 71.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 205 | 4.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 246 | 5.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 108 | 2.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 227 | 4.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 131 | 2.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 474 | 9.7% |
| Total | 4,896 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elk City
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,582 (73.7%) | 923 (26.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 34 (16.6%) | 171 (83.4%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 31 (12.6%) | 215 (87.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 108 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 227 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 131 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 444 (93.7%) | 30 (6.3%) |
| Total | 3,091 (63.1%) | 1,805 (36.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elk City
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 88 (4.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 23 (0.7%) | 258 (14.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,440 (46.6%) | 1,018 (56.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,062 (34.4%) | 397 (22.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 566 (18.3%) | 44 (2.4%) |
| Total | 3,091 (100.0%) | 1,805 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elk City
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,913 (61.9%) | 832 (46.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 145 (4.7%) | 30 (1.7%) |
| Electricity | 1,033 (33.4%) | 943 (52.2%) |
| 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 | 3,091 (100.0%) | 1,805 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Elk City
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 64 (2.1%) | 236 (13.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 837 (27.1%) | 926 (51.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,676 (54.2%) | 364 (20.2%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 514 (16.6%) | 279 (15.5%) |
| Total | 3,091 (100.0%) | 1,805 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Elk City
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elk City
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,601 | 1,490 |
| Median Property Value | $154,200 | $164,600 |
| Median Household Income | $47,579 | $243 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $516 | $78 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $899 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elk City
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 261 (16.3%) | 42 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 352 (22.0%) | 163 (10.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 779 (48.7%) | 1,133 (76.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 156 (9.7%) | 124 (8.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 38 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 15 (0.9%) | 28 (1.9%) |
| Total | 1,601 (100.0%) | 1,490 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elk City
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 25 (1.6%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 215 (13.4%) | 124 (8.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 245 (15.3%) | 119 (8.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 392 (24.5%) | 181 (12.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 190 (11.9%) | 71 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 220 (13.7%) | 267 (17.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 142 (8.9%) | 211 (14.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 172 (10.7%) | 274 (18.4%) |
| Total | 1,601 (100.0%) | 1,490 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elk City
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 677 (42.3%) | 73,482 (4,931.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 280 (17.5%) | 597 (40.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 85 (5.3%) | 272 (18.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 559 (34.9%) | 307 (20.6%) |
| Total | 1,601 (100.0%) | 1,490 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elk City
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 630 (39.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 241 (15.0%) | 271 (18.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 569 (35.5%) | 390 (26.2%) |
| Total | 1,601 (100.0%) | 1,490 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Elk City
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elk City
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,269 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,725 (94.1%) | 109 (5.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,181 (78.9%) | 315 (21.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 803 (58.2%) | 578 (41.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,088 (86.8%) | 166 (13.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 843 (77.0%) | 252 (23.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 983 (74.4%) | 339 (25.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 916 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 780 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,588 (84.5%) | 1,759 (15.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elk City
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,269 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,725 (94.1%) | 109 (5.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,181 (78.9%) | 315 (21.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elk City
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,571 (79.6%) | 402 (20.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,307 (79.8%) | 584 (20.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,475 (77.1%) | 439 (22.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,349 (84.3%) | 251 (15.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,853 (97.2%) | 83 (2.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elk City
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 505 (39.8%) | 839 (66.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 908 (49.5%) | 950 (51.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 232 (15.5%) | 1,007 (67.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 49 (3.5%) | 767 (55.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 157 (12.5%) | 998 (79.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 61 (5.6%) | 782 (71.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 144 (10.9%) | 849 (64.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 894 (97.6%) | 419 (45.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 780 (100.0%) | 499 (64.0%) |
| Total | 3,730 (32.9%) | 7,110 (62.7%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elk City
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 73 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 39 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 401 (22.0%) | 364 (19.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 85 (22.4%) | 34 (6.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 167 (53.5%) | 175 (37.4%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elk City
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%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 160 (8.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 85 (22.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 72 (23.1%) | 84 (17.9%) |
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 | 32 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 66 (3.6%) | 98 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 85 (22.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 39 (12.5%) | 18 (3.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 73 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 87 (4.8%) | 76 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (2.9%) | 14 (3.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 250 (13.7%) | 230 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 85 (22.4%) | 34 (6.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (17.9%) | 128 (27.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 54 (3.0%) | 76 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (3.2%) |
Technology Access in Elk City
Computing Device Access in Elk City
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,061 | 62.5% |
| Smartphone | 4,396 | 89.8% |
| Tablet | 2,389 | 48.8% |
| No Computing Device | 272 | 5.6% |
| Total | 4,896 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Elk City
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,974 | 60.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,198 | 24.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 347 | 7.1% |
| No Internet | 668 | 13.6% |
| Total | 4,896 | 100.0% |
Elk City Summary
Elk City is a city located in Beckham County, Oklahoma, United States. The population was 11,693 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Beckham County.
History
Elk City was founded in 1901 when the Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad (later the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad) built a line from Oklahoma City to Amarillo, Texas. The town was named for the abundance of elk in the area. The first post office opened in 1901.
In 1902, the Elk City News began publication. The first school was built in 1903. The first bank opened in 1904. The first telephone service was established in 1905.
Geography
Elk City is located at 35°24'25" North, 99°24'45" West (35.406944, -99.4125). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), all land.
Economy
Elk City is the economic hub of western Oklahoma. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including oil and gas production, manufacturing, retail, and services. The city is also home to a number of large employers, including Halliburton, ConocoPhillips, and the Elk City Regional Airport.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 11,693 people, 4,541 households, and 2,945 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,427.2 people per square mile (550.7/km2). There were 5,093 housing units at an average density of 619.7 per square mile (239.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 81.2% White, 2.2% African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 11.7% from other races, and 3.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.2% of the population.
There were 4,541 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,945, and the median income for a family was $37,813. Males had a median income of $30,945 versus $20,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,945. About 13.2% of families and 16.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Elk City?
Total Population of Elk City is 11,494.
What is the Total Male Population of Elk City?
Total Male Population of Elk City is 5,727.
What is the Total Female Population of Elk City?
Total Female Population of Elk City is 5,767.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elk City?
There are 99.31 Males per 100 Females in Elk City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elk City?
There are 100.70 Females per 100 Males in Elk City.
What is the Median Population Age in Elk City?
Median Population Age in Elk City is 33.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elk City
Average Family Size in Elk City is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elk City
Average Household Size in Elk City is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elk City?
Per Capita income in Elk City is $28,994.
What is the Median Family Income in Elk City?
Median Family Income in Elk City is $58,846.
What is the Median Household income in Elk City?
Median Household Income in Elk City is $47,903.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elk City?
Income or Wage Gap in Elk City is 43.3%.
Women in Elk City earn 56.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elk City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elk City is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elk City?
There are 5,640 People in the Labor Forcein in Elk City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elk City?
63.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Elk City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elk City?
Unemployment Rate in Elk City is 5.1%.