Elgin, OR
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Elgin Overview
1,603
TOTAL POPULATION
861
MALE POPULATION
742
FEMALE POPULATION
116.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.18
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,493
PER CAPITA INCOME
$61,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,155
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,359
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
681
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Elgin Zip Codes
Elgin Area Codes
Race in Elgin
The most populous races in Elgin are White / Caucasian (1,523 | 95.0%), Hawaiian / Pacific (32 | 2.0%), and Two or more Races (30 | 1.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 3 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 32 | 2.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13 | 0.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 15 | 0.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,523 | 95.0% |
| Two or more Races | 30 | 1.9% |
| Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,603 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Elgin
The most populous ancestries reported in Elgin are Irish (301 | 18.8%), German (277 | 17.3%), English (171 | 10.7%), European (136 | 8.5%), and American (83 | 5.2%), together accounting for 60.4% of all Elgin residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 83 | 5.2% |
| Arab | 40 | 2.5% |
| Blackfeet | 3 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 4 | 0.3% |
| Croatian | 13 | 0.8% |
| Danish | 35 | 2.2% |
| Dominican | 2 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 39 | 2.4% |
| English | 171 | 10.7% |
| European | 136 | 8.5% |
| Finnish | 9 | 0.6% |
| French | 13 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 3 | 0.2% |
| German | 277 | 17.3% |
| Greek | 13 | 0.8% |
| Hungarian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 3 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 301 | 18.8% |
| Italian | 35 | 2.2% |
| Lebanese | 4 | 0.3% |
| Moroccan | 11 | 0.7% |
| Norwegian | 20 | 1.3% |
| Polish | 13 | 0.8% |
| Portuguese | 12 | 0.7% |
| Puerto Rican | 8 | 0.5% |
| Romanian | 3 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 44 | 2.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 15 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 42 | 2.6% |
| Shoshone | 2 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 3 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 3 | 0.2% |
| Swiss | 11 | 0.7% |
| Syrian | 25 | 1.6% |
| Thai | 12 | 0.7% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 3 | 0.2% | View All 36 Rows |
Immigrants in Elgin
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elgin came from Micronesia (13 | 0.8%), Oceania (13 | 0.8%), Africa (11 | 0.7%), Europe (11 | 0.7%), and Morocco (11 | 0.7%), together accounting for 3.7% of all Elgin residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 11 | 0.7% |
| Caribbean | 2 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 2 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 1 | 0.1% |
| England | 3 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 11 | 0.7% |
| Italy | 4 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 2 | 0.1% |
| Micronesia | 13 | 0.8% |
| Morocco | 11 | 0.7% |
| Northern Africa | 11 | 0.7% |
| Northern Europe | 3 | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 13 | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1 | 0.1% |
| Southern Europe | 7 | 0.4% |
| Spain | 3 | 0.2% | View All 16 Rows |
Sex and Age in Elgin
Sex and Age in Elgin
The most populous age groups in Elgin are 65 to 69 Years (93 | 10.8%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (84 | 11.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 88 (10.2%) | 17 (2.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 77 (8.9%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 64 (7.4%) | 18 (2.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 54 (6.3%) | 67 (9.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 10 (1.2%) | 48 (6.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 42 (4.9%) | 63 (8.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 76 (8.8%) | 64 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 58 (6.7%) | 38 (5.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 9 (1.1%) | 46 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 39 (4.5%) | 28 (3.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 55 (6.4%) | 40 (5.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 59 (6.9%) | 58 (7.8%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 42 (4.9%) | 39 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 93 (10.8%) | 84 (11.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 24 (2.8%) | 49 (6.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 41 (4.8%) | 43 (5.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 14 (1.6%) | 11 (1.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 16 (1.9%) | 19 (2.6%) |
| Total | 861 (100.0%) | 742 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Elgin
Median Family Size in Elgin
The median family size in Elgin is 3.02 persons per family, with single male/father families (42 | 9.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.79 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (324 | 74.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.90 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 324 (74.3%) | 2.90 |
| Single Male/Father | 42 (9.6%) | 3.79 |
| Single Female/Mother | 70 (16.1%) | 3.14 |
| Total Families | 436 (100.0%) | 3.02 |
Median Household Size in Elgin
The median household size in Elgin is 2.49 persons per household, with single male/father households (42 | 6.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.69 persons per household. non-family households (207 | 32.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 324 (50.4%) | 2.91 |
| Single Male/Father | 42 (6.5%) | 4.69 |
| Single Female/Mother | 70 (10.9%) | 3.20 |
| Non-family | 207 (32.2%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 643 (100.0%) | 2.49 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elgin
Out of a total of 643 households in Elgin, 436 (67.8%) are family households, while 207 (32.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 226, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 183.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 183 (28.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 226 (35.1%) | 21 (3.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 72 (11.2%) | 3 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 72 (11.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 66 (10.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 436 (67.8%) | 207 (32.2%) |
Female Fertility in Elgin
Fertility by Age in Elgin
Average fertility rate in Elgin is 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 149.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 26 (100.0%) | 149.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 26 (100.0%) | 73.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elgin
57.7% of women with births (26) in Elgin are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 42.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 42.3% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 15 (57.7%) | 11 (42.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15 (57.7%) | 11 (42.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Elgin
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 184.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 26 (100.0%) | 73.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elgin
42.3% of women with births in Elgin are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 57.7% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 42.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 15 (57.7%) | 11 (42.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15 (57.7%) | 11 (42.3%) |
Income in Elgin
Income Overview in Elgin
Per Capita Income in Elgin is $27,493, while median incomes of families and households are $61,250 and $49,155 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,603 | $27,493 |
| Median Family Income | 436 | $61,250 |
| Mean Family Income | 436 | $77,403 |
| Median Household Income | 643 | $49,155 |
| Mean Household Income | 643 | $67,702 |
| Income Deficit | 436 | $6,359 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,603 | 34.99% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,603 | 65.01¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,603 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Elgin
Average Earnings in Elgin are $29,801, $34,444 for men and $22,393 for women, a difference of 35.0%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 364 (48.5%) | $34,444 |
| Female | 387 (51.5%) | $22,393 |
| Total | 751 (100.0%) | $29,801 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elgin
The most common earnings brackets in Elgin are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (38 | 10.4%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (39 | 10.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 29 (8.0%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 22 (6.0%) | 39 (10.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 17 (4.7%) | 20 (5.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 18 (5.0%) | 15 (3.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (6.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 15 (4.1%) | 17 (4.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 10 (2.8%) | 21 (5.4%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (4.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 6 (1.7%) | 35 (9.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 37 (10.2%) | 22 (5.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 30 (8.2%) | 13 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 26 (7.1%) | 19 (4.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 34 (9.3%) | 30 (7.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 16 (4.4%) | 9 (2.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 28 (7.7%) | 15 (3.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 38 (10.4%) | 29 (7.5%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 11 (3.0%) | 18 (4.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15 (4.1%) | 26 (6.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 12 (3.3%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| Total | 364 (100.0%) | 387 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elgin
Average earnings in Elgin are $37,788 for men and $25,250 for women, a difference of 33.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,484, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $12,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,969, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $9,083.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $12,750 | $9,083 |
| High School Diploma | $38,077 | $16,641 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $41,484 | $41,136 |
| Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $37,788 | $25,250 |
Family Income in Elgin
Family Income Brackets in Elgin
According to the Elgin family income data, there are 122 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.0% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4 | 0.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 79 | 18.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 27 | 6.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 64 | 14.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 69 | 15.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 51 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 122 | 28.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6 | 1.4% |
| $200,000+ | 14 | 3.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elgin
5-person families (46 | 10.5%) account for the highest median family income in Elgin with $121,333 per family, while 2-person families (226 | 51.8%) have the highest median income of $24,853 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 226 (51.8%) | $49,706 |
| 3-Person Families | 106 (24.3%) | $57,167 |
| 4-Person Families | 58 (13.3%) | $91,000 |
| 5-Person Families | 46 (10.5%) | $121,333 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 436 (100.0%) | $61,250 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elgin
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 81 (18.6%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 156 (35.8%) | $31,200 |
| 2 Earners | 148 (33.9%) | $96,563 |
| 3+ Earners | 51 (11.7%) | $107,917 |
| Total | 436 (100.0%) | $61,250 |
Household Income in Elgin
Household Income Brackets in Elgin
With 126 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Elgin, accounting for 19.6% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (0.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 8 | 1.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 19 | 3.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 113 | 17.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 95 | 14.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 99 | 15.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 105 | 16.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 56 | 8.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 126 | 19.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6 | 0.9% |
| $200,000+ | 16 | 2.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Elgin
The median household income in Elgin is $49,155, with the highest median household income of $60,750 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 211 households (32.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 10 households (1.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 10 (1.6%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 162 (25.2%) | $57,500 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 211 (32.8%) | $60,750 |
| 65+ Years | 260 (40.4%) | $37,500 |
| Total | 643 (100.0%) | $49,155 |
Poverty in Elgin
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elgin
With 14.1% poverty level for males and 11.2% for females among the residents of Elgin, 18 to 24 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (29.4%) and 15 females (88.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 21 (23.9%) | 2 (11.8%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 29 (26.4%) | 15 (88.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1 (3.2%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (9.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 8 (19.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 5 (29.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 30 (25.4%) | 13 (10.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 7 (10.4%) | 13 (15.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1 (1.1%) | 18 (26.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 11 (10.9%) | 6 (6.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (11.3%) | 11 (15.1%) |
| Total | 121 (14.1%) | 83 (11.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elgin
According to the poverty statistics in Elgin, males aged 15 years and females aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 67 (76.1%) | 15 (88.2%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 81 (73.6%) | 2 (11.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 30 (96.8%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| 15 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 28 (90.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 33 (80.5%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 12 (70.6%) | 56 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 88 (74.6%) | 114 (89.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 60 (89.5%) | 71 (84.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 93 (98.9%) | 50 (73.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 90 (89.1%) | 91 (93.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 117 (100.0%) | 133 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 63 (88.7%) | 62 (84.9%) |
| Total | 740 (86.0%) | 659 (88.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elgin
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elgin show that 4.6% or 15 of the total 324 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 5.1%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 207 (95.0%) | 11 (5.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 98 (96.1%) | 4 (3.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 309 (95.4%) | 15 (4.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elgin
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (10.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (5.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (27.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elgin
The poverty data for Elgin shows that 15 of the married-couple family households (4.6%) and 19 of the single-parent households (17.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (5.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 11 (5.1%) | 2 (5.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4 (3.9%) | 2 (3.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15 (4.6%) | 19 (17.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Elgin
Employment by Class of Employer in Elgin
Among the 636 employed individuals in Elgin, private company employees (443 | 69.7%), not-for-profit organizations (61 | 9.6%), and state government employees (52 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 443 | 69.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 5 | 0.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 40 | 6.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 61 | 9.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 31 | 4.9% |
| State Government Employees | 52 | 8.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 4 | 0.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 636 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Elgin
According to the labor force statistics for Elgin, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,292), 52.7% or 681 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 14 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 58 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.8% or 9 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 24 (28.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 58 (100.0%) | 2 (3.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 98 (93.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 97 (69.3%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 128 (84.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 133 (82.1%) | 9 (6.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 33 (28.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 61 (75.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (18.4%) | 2 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 681 (52.7%) | 14 (2.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elgin
According to labor force statistics for Elgin, 72.8% of individuals (550) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (756) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 10 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 100.0% or 63 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.7% or 9 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 50 (66.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 246 (78.8%) | 12 (3.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 191 (62.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 63 (100.0%) | 1 (1.6%) |
| Total | 550 (72.8%) | 14 (1.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Elgin
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elgin are Management (40 | 6.0%), Community & Social Service (36 | 5.4%), Education Instruction & Library (26 | 3.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (23 | 3.5%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (23 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elgin, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (60.0%), Management (37.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (17.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 15 (37.5%) | 25 (62.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 6 (60.0%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 4 (17.4%) | 19 (82.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 4 (17.4%) | 19 (82.6%) |
| Community & Social Service | 2 (5.6%) | 34 (94.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 2 (7.7%) | 24 (92.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 27 (23.9%) | 86 (76.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 300 (45.0%) | 367 (55.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Elgin are Healthcare Support (68 | 10.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (46 | 6.9%), Personal Care & Service (44 | 6.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (23 | 3.5%), and Security & Protection (15 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Elgin, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (60.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (80.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 13 (19.1%) | 55 (80.9%) |
| Security & Protection | 4 (26.7%) | 11 (73.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 24 (52.2%) | 22 (47.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 14 (60.9%) | 9 (39.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 55 (28.1%) | 141 (71.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 300 (45.0%) | 367 (55.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elgin are Sales & Related (70 | 10.5%), and Office & Administration (46 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 15 (21.4%) | 55 (78.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 4 (8.7%) | 42 (91.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 19 (16.4%) | 97 (83.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 300 (45.0%) | 367 (55.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elgin are Construction & Extraction (36 | 5.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (27 | 4.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 2.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 25 (69.4%) | 11 (30.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 70 (86.4%) | 11 (13.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 300 (45.0%) | 367 (55.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elgin are Production (78 | 11.7%), Transportation (49 | 7.3%), and Material Moving (34 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 37 (75.5%) | 12 (24.5%) |
| Material Moving | 14 (41.2%) | 20 (58.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 129 (80.1%) | 32 (19.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 300 (45.0%) | 367 (55.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Elgin
Employment Industries in Elgin
The major employment industries in Elgin include Manufacturing (136 | 20.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (124 | 18.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (61 | 9.1%), Retail Trade (57 | 8.6%), and Construction (47 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elgin
The Elgin industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 39 (83.0%) | 8 (17.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 100 (73.5%) | 36 (26.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 16 (59.3%) | 11 (40.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 18 (31.6%) | 39 (68.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 9 (50.0%) | 9 (50.0%) |
| Utilities | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 3 (33.3%) | 6 (66.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 13 (59.1%) | 9 (40.9%) |
| Educational Services | 7 (33.3%) | 14 (66.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 13 (10.5%) | 111 (89.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 15 (65.2%) | 8 (34.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 24 (39.3%) | 37 (60.7%) |
| Public Administration | 4 (14.3%) | 24 (85.7%) |
| Total | 300 (45.0%) | 367 (55.0%) |
Education in Elgin
School Enrollment in Elgin
The most common levels of schooling among the 348 students in Elgin are high school (122 | 35.1%), elementary school (93 | 26.7%), and middle school (56 | 16.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 16 | 4.6% |
| Kindergarten | 2 | 0.6% |
| Elementary School | 93 | 26.7% |
| Middle School | 56 | 16.1% |
| High School | 122 | 35.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 38 | 10.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 21 | 6.0% |
| Total | 348 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elgin
Out of a total of 348 students who are enrolled in schools in Elgin, 38 (10.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 310 (89.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 15 (37.5% 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 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 66 (75.9%) | 21 (24.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 79 (97.5%) | 2 (2.5%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 25 (62.5%) | 15 (37.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 310 (89.1%) | 38 (10.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elgin
Business (35 | 25.4%), science & technology (33 | 23.9%), education (20 | 14.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (15 | 10.9%), and computers & mathematics (12 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 138 individuals in Elgin who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 12 | 8.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 15 | 10.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 9 | 6.5% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 5 | 3.6% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 33 | 23.9% |
| Business | 35 | 25.4% |
| Education | 20 | 14.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 3 | 2.2% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 3 | 2.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 1 | 0.7% |
| Communications | 2 | 1.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 138 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Elgin
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elgin
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elgin are males with 2 vehicles (89, accounting for 31.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (107, making up 25.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 22 (7.7%) | 5 (1.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 23 (8.0%) | 66 (18.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 89 (31.0%) | 107 (30.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 88 (30.7%) | 66 (18.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 25 (8.7%) | 32 (9.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 40 (13.9%) | 73 (20.9%) |
| Total | 287 (100.0%) | 349 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Elgin
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elgin are 30 to 34 minutes (104 commuters, 16.9%), 25 to 29 minutes (92 commuters, 14.9%), and less than 5 minutes (83 commuters, 13.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 83 | 13.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 61 | 9.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 46 | 7.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 57 | 9.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 72 | 11.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 92 | 14.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 104 | 16.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 17 | 2.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 13 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 41 | 6.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 11 | 1.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 19 | 3.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Elgin
The most common commute times in Elgin are 20 to 24 minutes (55 commuters, 20.6%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (63 commuters, 18.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 34 (12.7%) | 49 (14.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 30 (11.2%) | 31 (8.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 17 (6.4%) | 29 (8.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 27 (10.1%) | 30 (8.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 55 (20.6%) | 17 (4.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 29 (10.9%) | 63 (18.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 51 (19.1%) | 53 (15.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 13 (4.9%) | 4 (1.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (3.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (11.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (3.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 11 (4.1%) | 8 (2.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elgin
The most frequent times of departure to work in Elgin are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (80, 30.0%) for males and 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (64, 18.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 26 (9.7%) | 64 (18.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 5 (1.9%) | 32 (9.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 17 (6.4%) | 27 (7.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 80 (30.0%) | 20 (5.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 7 (2.6%) | 28 (8.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 37 (13.9%) | 30 (8.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (5.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 25 (9.4%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 5 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 15 (5.6%) | 12 (3.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (5.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 32 (12.0%) | 52 (14.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 18 (6.7%) | 43 (12.3%) |
| Total | 267 (100.0%) | 349 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Elgin
Occupancy by Ownership in Elgin
Of the total 643 dwellings in Elgin, owner-occupied units account for 449 (69.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 194 (30.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 449 | 69.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 194 | 30.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 643 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Elgin
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 183 | 28.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 247 | 38.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 75 | 11.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 138 | 21.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 643 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elgin
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 103 (56.3%) | 80 (43.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 210 (85.0%) | 37 (15.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 56 (74.7%) | 19 (25.3%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 80 (58.0%) | 58 (42.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 449 (69.8%) | 194 (30.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elgin
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 20 (64.5%) | 11 (35.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 164 (68.3%) | 76 (31.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 186 (64.6%) | 102 (35.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 79 (94.1%) | 5 (5.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elgin
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 108 | 16.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 64 | 10.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 64 | 10.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 147 | 22.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 168 | 26.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 59 | 9.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 33 | 5.1% |
| Total | 643 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Elgin
Median Income by Occupancy in Elgin
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 449 (69.8%) | $54,766 |
| Renter-Occupied | 194 (30.2%) | $30,250 |
| Average | 643 (100.0%) | $49,155 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elgin
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (4.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4 (0.9%) | 15 (7.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 35 (7.8%) | 14 (7.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 43 (9.6%) | 21 (10.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 43 (9.6%) | 52 (26.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 80 (17.8%) | 19 (9.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 52 (11.6%) | 53 (27.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 55 (12.2%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 115 (25.6%) | 11 (5.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 22 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 449 (100.0%) | 194 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elgin
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 15 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 126 (28.1%) | 10 (5.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 95 (21.2%) | 22 (11.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 72 (16.0%) | 65 (33.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 114 (25.4%) | 47 (24.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 22 (4.9%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 5 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 449 (100.0%) | 194 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Elgin
Housing Structures in Elgin
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 490 | 76.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 10 | 1.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 13 | 2.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 2 | 0.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 11 | 1.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 117 | 18.2% |
| Total | 643 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elgin
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 360 (73.5%) | 130 (26.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 (60.0%) | 4 (40.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 83 (70.9%) | 34 (29.1%) |
| Total | 449 (69.8%) | 194 (30.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elgin
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 2 (0.4%) | 13 (6.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 13 (2.9%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 131 (29.2%) | 138 (71.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 223 (49.7%) | 31 (16.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 80 (17.8%) | 7 (3.6%) |
| Total | 449 (100.0%) | 194 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elgin
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 251 (55.9%) | 111 (57.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 7 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 113 (25.2%) | 51 (26.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 4 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 69 (15.4%) | 26 (13.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 5 (1.1%) | 6 (3.1%) |
| Total | 449 (100.0%) | 194 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Elgin
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 7 (1.6%) | 18 (9.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 85 (18.9%) | 92 (47.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 176 (39.2%) | 57 (29.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 181 (40.3%) | 27 (13.9%) |
| Total | 449 (100.0%) | 194 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Elgin
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elgin
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 214 | 235 |
| Median Property Value | $137,500 | $171,300 |
| Median Household Income | $39,688 | $6 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $408 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,562 | $2 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elgin
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 25 (11.7%) | 11 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 55 (25.7%) | 22 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 134 (62.6%) | 193 (82.1%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (2.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 214 (100.0%) | 235 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elgin
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (4.7%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 50 (23.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 35 (16.4%) | 32 (13.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 45 (21.0%) | 8 (3.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 27 (12.6%) | 35 (14.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12 (5.6%) | 25 (10.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 29 (13.6%) | 43 (18.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 16 (7.5%) | 86 (36.6%) |
| Total | 214 (100.0%) | 235 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elgin
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 91 (42.5%) | 95,096 (40,466.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 48 (22.4%) | 99 (42.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 8 (3.7%) | 45 (19.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 67 (31.3%) | 28 (11.9%) |
| Total | 214 (100.0%) | 235 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elgin
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 50 (23.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 48 (22.4%) | 19 (8.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 116 (54.2%) | 67 (28.5%) |
| Total | 214 (100.0%) | 235 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Elgin
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elgin
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 113 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 282 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 41 (63.1%) | 24 (36.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 195 (81.9%) | 43 (18.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 141 (93.4%) | 10 (6.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 159 (98.2%) | 3 (1.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 191 (96.5%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 250 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,516 (94.6%) | 87 (5.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elgin
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 113 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 282 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 41 (63.1%) | 24 (36.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elgin
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 262 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 368 (93.2%) | 27 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 243 (82.7%) | 51 (17.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 173 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 470 (98.1%) | 9 (1.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elgin
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 75 (66.4%) | 51 (45.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 216 (76.6%) | 120 (42.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2 (3.1%) | 39 (60.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 124 (52.1%) | 77 (32.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 64 (42.4%) | 88 (58.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 55 (34.0%) | 119 (73.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 116 (58.6%) | 120 (60.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 239 (95.6%) | 220 (88.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 144 (100.0%) | 108 (75.0%) |
| Total | 1,035 (64.6%) | 942 (58.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elgin
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (20.2%) | 22 (25.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (11.8%) | 22 (12.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 53 (20.2%) | 19 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (30.8%) | 75 (56.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (49.3%) | 29 (39.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elgin
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (28.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (33.8%) | 17 (23.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (25.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 19 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (18.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (11.3%) | 6 (8.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (20.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (3.0%) | 21 (11.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 17 (6.5%) | 15 (6.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (8.9%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 38 (14.5%) | 10 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (14.5%) | 63 (47.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (42.2%) | 9 (12.3%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (12.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Elgin
Computing Device Access in Elgin
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 447 | 69.5% |
| Smartphone | 479 | 74.5% |
| Tablet | 334 | 51.9% |
| No Computing Device | 101 | 15.7% |
| Total | 643 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Elgin
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 394 | 61.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 48 | 7.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 38 | 5.9% |
| No Internet | 168 | 26.1% |
| Total | 643 | 100.0% |
Elgin Summary
Elgin, Oregon is a small city located in Union County, Oregon, United States. It is situated in the Grande Ronde Valley, at the base of the Blue Mountains, and is the county seat of Union County. The city is located along the Grande Ronde River, and is home to a population of approximately 2,000 people.
History
Elgin was founded in 1864 by a group of settlers from the Oregon Trail. The city was named after Elgin, Illinois, the hometown of one of the settlers. The city was incorporated in 1887, and was the first city in Union County to be incorporated.
The city was originally a farming and ranching community, and was known for its production of wheat, oats, and barley. In the early 1900s, the city began to diversify its economy, and began to produce timber, wool, and livestock.
In the 1950s, the city began to experience a population boom, as people moved to the area to take advantage of the booming timber industry. The city also began to attract tourists, as the nearby Blue Mountains provided a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities.
Geography
Elgin is located in the Grande Ronde Valley, at the base of the Blue Mountains. The city is situated along the Grande Ronde River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The city is located at an elevation of 1,890 feet, and has a total area of 1.7 square miles.
The climate in Elgin is generally mild, with warm summers and cool winters. The average high temperature in the summer is around 85 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average low temperature in the winter is around 25 degrees Fahrenheit.
Economy
Elgin’s economy is largely based on agriculture and timber. The city is home to several large farms, and is known for its production of wheat, oats, and barley. The city is also home to several timber companies, and is a major producer of lumber and wood products.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a metal fabrication plant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Elgin had a population of 2,000 people. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.1% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
The median household income in Elgin was $37,500, and the median family income was $41,250. The per capita income in Elgin was $17,500. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Elgin is a small city with a rich history and a diverse economy. The city is home to a variety of businesses, and is a major producer of timber and agricultural products. The city is also home to a diverse population, and is a great place to live and work.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Elgin?
Total Population of Elgin is 1,603.
What is the Total Male Population of Elgin?
Total Male Population of Elgin is 861.
What is the Total Female Population of Elgin?
Total Female Population of Elgin is 742.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elgin?
There are 116.04 Males per 100 Females in Elgin.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elgin?
There are 86.18 Females per 100 Males in Elgin.
What is the Median Population Age in Elgin?
Median Population Age in Elgin is 40.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elgin
Average Family Size in Elgin is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elgin
Average Household Size in Elgin is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elgin?
Per Capita income in Elgin is $27,493.
What is the Median Family Income in Elgin?
Median Family Income in Elgin is $61,250.
What is the Median Household income in Elgin?
Median Household Income in Elgin is $49,155.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elgin?
Income or Wage Gap in Elgin is 35.0%.
Women in Elgin earn 65.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Elgin?
Family Income Deficit in Elgin is $6,359.
Families that are below poverty line in Elgin earn $6,359 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elgin?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elgin is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elgin?
There are 681 People in the Labor Forcein in Elgin.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elgin?
52.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Elgin.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elgin?
Unemployment Rate in Elgin is 2.1%.