Elkins, AR

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Elkins Overview

3,635
TOTAL POPULATION
1,929
MALE POPULATION
1,706
FEMALE POPULATION
113.07
MALES / 100 FEMALES
88.44
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,438
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,333
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,940
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.31
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,864
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Elkins Zip Codes

Elkins Area Codes

Race in Elkins

The most populous races in Elkins are White / Caucasian (3,045 | 83.8%), Hispanic or Latino (401 | 11.0%), and Some other Race (319 | 8.8%).
Race in Elkins
Race# Population% Population
Asian280.8%
Black / African American160.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino40111.0%
Native / Alaskan120.3%
White / Caucasian3,04583.8%
Two or more Races2155.9%
Some other Race3198.8%
Total3,635100.0%

Ancestry in Elkins

The most populous ancestries reported in Elkins are English (535 | 14.7%), German (527 | 14.5%), Irish (365 | 10.0%), American (340 | 9.3%), and Mexican (322 | 8.9%), together accounting for 57.5% of all Elkins residents.
Ancestry in Elkins
Ancestry# Population% Population
American3409.3%
British581.6%
Central American401.1%
Cherokee240.7%
Czech90.3%
Dutch330.9%
English53514.7%
European1022.8%
French1524.2%
German52714.5%
Irish36510.0%
Italian1514.2%
Mexican3228.9%
Mongolian20.1%
Northern European160.4%
Norwegian70.2%
Polish641.8%
Puerto Rican110.3%
Salvadoran401.1%
Scandinavian190.5%
Scotch-Irish421.2%
Scottish320.9%
Spaniard100.3%
Spanish180.5%
Swedish30.1%
Ukrainian250.7%
Welsh90.3%
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Immigrants in Elkins

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elkins came from Latin America (120 | 3.3%), Central America (111 | 3.0%), Mexico (78 | 2.1%), Europe (52 | 1.4%), and Germany (38 | 1.1%), together accounting for 11.0% of all Elkins residents.
Immigrants in Elkins
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada50.1%
Central America1113.0%
Eastern Europe140.4%
El Salvador330.9%
Europe521.4%
Germany381.1%
Latin America1203.3%
Mexico782.1%
South America90.3%
Ukraine140.4%
Western Europe381.1%
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Sex and Age in Elkins

Sex and Age in Elkins

The most populous age groups in Elkins are 25 to 29 Years (179 | 9.3%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (168 | 9.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Elkins
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years119 (6.2%)87 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years144 (7.5%)135 (7.9%)
10 to 14 Years134 (7.0%)120 (7.0%)
15 to 19 Years132 (6.8%)119 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Years163 (8.5%)56 (3.3%)
25 to 29 Years179 (9.3%)145 (8.5%)
30 to 34 Years157 (8.1%)145 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Years145 (7.5%)94 (5.5%)
40 to 44 Years120 (6.2%)116 (6.8%)
45 to 49 Years128 (6.6%)168 (9.9%)
50 to 54 Years42 (2.2%)44 (2.6%)
55 to 59 Years166 (8.6%)135 (7.9%)
60 to 64 Years65 (3.4%)61 (3.6%)
65 to 69 Years51 (2.6%)86 (5.0%)
70 to 74 Years41 (2.1%)65 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years104 (5.4%)103 (6.0%)
80 to 84 Years39 (2.0%)15 (0.9%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (0.7%)
Total1,929 (100.0%)1,706 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Elkins

Median Family Size in Elkins

The median family size in Elkins is 3.20 persons per family, with single female/mother families (117 | 12.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.95 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (25 | 2.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.84 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Elkins
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple824 (85.3%)3.11
Single Male/Father25 (2.6%)2.84
Single Female/Mother117 (12.1%)3.95
Total Families966 (100.0%)3.20

Median Household Size in Elkins

The median household size in Elkins is 2.78 persons per household, with single female/mother households (117 | 8.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.95 persons per household. non-family households (343 | 26.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.58 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Elkins
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple824 (62.9%)3.11
Single Male/Father25 (1.9%)2.84
Single Female/Mother117 (8.9%)3.95
Non-family343 (26.2%)1.58
Total Households1,309 (100.0%)2.78

Household Size by Marriage Status in Elkins

Out of a total of 1,309 households in Elkins, 966 (73.8%) are family households, while 343 (26.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 404, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 224.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elkins
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-224 (17.1%)
2-Person Households404 (30.9%)82 (6.3%)
3-Person Households226 (17.3%)24 (1.8%)
4-Person Households235 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households58 (4.4%)13 (1.0%)
6-Person Households6 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households37 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total966 (73.8%)343 (26.2%)

Female Fertility in Elkins

Fertility by Age in Elkins

Average fertility rate in Elkins is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Elkins
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years26 (100.0%)75.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total26 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elkins

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elkins
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Elkins

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Elkins
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma16 (61.5%)67.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (23.1%)27.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (15.4%)19.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total26 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elkins

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elkins
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Elkins

Income Overview in Elkins

Per Capita Income in Elkins is $29,438, while median incomes of families and households are $83,333 and $72,940 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,635$29,438
Median Family Income966$83,333
Mean Family Income966$88,130
Median Household Income1,309$72,940
Mean Household Income1,309$80,788
Income Deficit966$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,63518.12%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,63581.88¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,6350.31

Earnings by Sex in Elkins

Average Earnings in Elkins are $42,054, $43,814 for men and $35,875 for women, a difference of 18.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Elkins
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,094 (56.7%)$43,814
Female834 (43.3%)$35,875
Total1,928 (100.0%)$42,054

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elkins

The most common earnings brackets in Elkins are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (139 | 12.7%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (113 | 13.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elkins
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less18 (1.7%)35 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99925 (2.3%)32 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49916 (1.5%)29 (3.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9997 (0.6%)17 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49911 (1.0%)31 (3.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9998 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (0.8%)25 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99936 (3.3%)54 (6.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49958 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99957 (5.2%)71 (8.5%)
$25,000 to $29,99929 (2.6%)48 (5.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999118 (10.8%)68 (8.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99944 (4.0%)26 (3.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999139 (12.7%)81 (9.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99968 (6.2%)47 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99963 (5.8%)28 (3.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999136 (12.4%)44 (5.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99962 (5.7%)59 (7.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999112 (10.2%)113 (13.6%)
$100,000+78 (7.1%)26 (3.1%)
Total1,094 (100.0%)834 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elkins

Average earnings in Elkins are $46,224 for men and $41,875 for women, a difference of 9.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,875, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $42,303. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,583, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $30,924.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elkins
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$42,303$0
High School Diploma$44,390$30,924
College or Associate's Degree$53,864$36,875
Bachelor's Degree$53,750$48,583
Graduate Degree$86,875$44,479
Total$46,224$41,875

Family Income in Elkins

Family Income Brackets in Elkins

According to the Elkins family income data, there are 247 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Elkins
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999181.9%
$15,000 to $24,999101.0%
$25,000 to $34,999525.4%
$35,000 to $49,99910911.3%
$50,000 to $74,99924725.6%
$75,000 to $99,99920521.2%
$100,000 to $149,99923924.7%
$150,000 to $199,999717.3%
$200,000+151.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elkins

4-person families (235 | 24.3%) account for the highest median family income in Elkins with $97,450 per family, while 2-person families (404 | 41.8%) have the highest median income of $32,143 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elkins
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families404 (41.8%)$64,286
3-Person Families226 (23.4%)$93,810
4-Person Families235 (24.3%)$97,450
5-Person Families58 (6.0%)$59,643
6-Person Families6 (0.6%)$0
7+ Person Families37 (3.8%)$59,427
Total966 (100.0%)$83,333

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elkins

The median family income in Elkins is $83,333, with families comprising 3+ earners (74) having the highest median family income of $135,000, while families with no earners (166) have the lowest median family income of $52,885, accounting for 7.7% and 17.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elkins
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners166 (17.2%)$52,885
1 Earner176 (18.2%)$56,607
2 Earners550 (56.9%)$92,830
3+ Earners74 (7.7%)$135,000
Total966 (100.0%)$83,333

Household Income in Elkins

Household Income Brackets in Elkins

With 359 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Elkins, accounting for 27.4% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (1.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Elkins
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000211.6%
$10,000 to $14,999262.0%
$15,000 to $24,999685.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991017.7%
$35,000 to $49,9991249.5%
$50,000 to $74,99935927.4%
$75,000 to $99,99923818.2%
$100,000 to $149,99927120.7%
$150,000 to $199,999796.0%
$200,000+241.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Elkins

The median household income in Elkins is $72,940, with the highest median household income of $137,632 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 36 households (2.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,000, with 326 households (24.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Elkins
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years36 (2.8%)$137,632
25 to 44 Years506 (38.7%)$78,750
45 to 64 Years441 (33.7%)$86,895
65+ Years326 (24.9%)$40,000
Total1,309 (100.0%)$72,940

Poverty in Elkins

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkins

With 6.3% poverty level for males and 4.6% for females among the residents of Elkins, 65 to 74 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 21 males (22.8%) and 22 females (28.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkins
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years5 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)22 (28.6%)
18 to 24 Years16 (7.0%)8 (9.8%)
25 to 34 Years50 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years16 (6.0%)29 (13.8%)
45 to 54 Years8 (4.7%)13 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (22.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (2.8%)6 (4.6%)
Total120 (6.3%)78 (4.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkins

According to the poverty statistics in Elkins, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkins
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years119 (100.0%)87 (100.0%)
5 Years39 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years154 (100.0%)144 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years68 (93.1%)85 (100.0%)
15 Years8 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years57 (100.0%)55 (71.4%)
18 to 24 Years214 (93.0%)74 (90.2%)
25 to 34 Years286 (85.1%)290 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years249 (94.0%)181 (86.2%)
45 to 54 Years162 (95.3%)199 (93.9%)
55 to 64 Years231 (100.0%)196 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years71 (77.2%)151 (100.0%)
75 Years and over139 (97.2%)124 (95.4%)
Total1,797 (93.7%)1,628 (95.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elkins

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elkins show that 1.0% or 8 of the total 824 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.8%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elkins
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children446 (98.2%)8 (1.8%)
1 or 2 Children294 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total816 (99.0%)8 (1.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elkins

According to the poverty data in Elkins, 40.0% or 10 single-father households and 8.6% or 10 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (13.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elkins
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)10 (13.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (40.0%)10 (8.6%)

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

The poverty data for Elkins shows that 8 of the married-couple family households (1.0%) and 20 of the single-parent households (14.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (1.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (25.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elkins
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (1.8%)10 (25.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)10 (11.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (1.0%)20 (14.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Elkins

Employment by Class of Employer in Elkins

Among the 1,838 employed individuals in Elkins, private company employees (1,331 | 72.4%), local government employees (278 | 15.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (79 | 4.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Elkins
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,33172.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)442.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)794.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations563.0%
Local Government Employees27815.1%
State Government Employees452.5%
Federal Government Employees50.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,838100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Elkins

According to the labor force statistics for Elkins, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,872), 64.9% or 1,864 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 26 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 88.4% or 266 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.1% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Elkins
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years38 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years178 (81.3%)3 (1.7%)
25 to 29 Years256 (79.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years233 (77.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years403 (84.8%)11 (2.7%)
45 to 54 Years329 (86.1%)7 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years266 (88.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years85 (67.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years62 (25.5%)5 (8.1%)
75 Years and over14 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,864 (64.9%)26 (1.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elkins

According to labor force statistics for Elkins, 82.3% of individuals (1,572) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,910) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 17 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 87.9% or 516 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.7% or 10 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elkins
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School95 (60.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma589 (80.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree516 (87.9%)9 (1.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher372 (85.7%)12 (2.7%)
Total1,572 (82.3%)21 (1.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Elkins

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elkins are Management (215 | 11.7%), Community & Social Service (178 | 9.7%), Education Instruction & Library (137 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (97 | 5.3%), and Health Technologists (67 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Elkins

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elkins, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (93.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Elkins
OccupationMaleFemale
Management131 (60.9%)84 (39.1%)
Business & Financial9 (28.1%)23 (71.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science51 (85.0%)9 (15.0%)
Computers & Mathematics15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering30 (76.9%)9 (23.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 11 (6.2%)167 (93.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)137 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment5 (16.7%)25 (83.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating8 (8.3%)89 (91.7%)
Health Technologists8 (11.9%)59 (88.1%)
Total (Category)210 (36.1%)372 (63.9%)
Total (Overall)1,027 (55.9%)811 (44.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Elkins are Food Preparation & Serving (100 | 5.4%), Security & Protection (99 | 5.4%), Law Enforcement (77 | 4.2%), Healthcare Support (60 | 3.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations in Elkins

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Elkins, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Elkins
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
Security & Protection99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving49 (49.0%)51 (51.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance44 (88.0%)6 (12.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Total (Category)192 (54.1%)163 (45.9%)
Total (Overall)1,027 (55.9%)811 (44.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elkins are Office & Administration (172 | 9.4%), and Sales & Related (162 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Elkins

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Elkins
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related108 (66.7%)54 (33.3%)
Office & Administration22 (12.8%)150 (87.2%)
Total (Category)130 (38.9%)204 (61.1%)
Total (Overall)1,027 (55.9%)811 (44.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elkins are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (135 | 7.3%), Construction & Extraction (106 | 5.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (22 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Elkins

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Elkins
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)263 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,027 (55.9%)811 (44.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elkins are Production (180 | 9.8%), Transportation (62 | 3.4%), and Material Moving (62 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Elkins

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Elkins
OccupationMaleFemale
Production120 (66.7%)60 (33.3%)
Transportation52 (83.9%)10 (16.1%)
Material Moving60 (96.8%)2 (3.2%)
Total (Category)232 (76.3%)72 (23.7%)
Total (Overall)1,027 (55.9%)811 (44.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Elkins

Employment Industries in Elkins

The major employment industries in Elkins include Manufacturing (297 | 16.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (266 | 14.5%), Retail Trade (201 | 10.9%), Construction (157 | 8.5%), and Educational Services (142 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Elkins

Employment Industries by Sex in Elkins

The Elkins industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Construction (97.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (97.0%), and Educational Services (80.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elkins
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting45 (66.2%)23 (33.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction153 (97.5%)4 (2.5%)
Manufacturing207 (69.7%)90 (30.3%)
Wholesale Trade53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade139 (69.2%)62 (30.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing11 (36.7%)19 (63.3%)
Utilities40 (50.6%)39 (49.4%)
Information5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing17 (41.5%)24 (58.5%)
Professional & Scientific36 (47.4%)40 (52.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support54 (77.1%)16 (22.9%)
Educational Services28 (19.7%)114 (80.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance8 (3.0%)258 (97.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation33 (58.9%)23 (41.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services65 (59.1%)45 (40.9%)
Public Administration114 (92.7%)9 (7.3%)
Total1,027 (55.9%)811 (44.1%)

Education in Elkins

School Enrollment in Elkins

The most common levels of schooling among the 865 students in Elkins are high school (223 | 25.8%), middle school (219 | 25.3%), and elementary school (214 | 24.7%).
School Enrollment in Elkins
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool384.4%
Kindergarten374.3%
Elementary School21424.7%
Middle School21925.3%
High School22325.8%
College / Undergraduate12013.9%
Graduate / Professional141.6%
Total865100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elkins

Out of a total of 865 students who are enrolled in schools in Elkins, 118 (13.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 747 (86.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 7 (58.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 65 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elkins
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds5 (41.7%)7 (58.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old203 (77.2%)60 (22.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds224 (88.2%)30 (11.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds127 (88.8%)16 (11.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds34 (87.2%)5 (12.8%)
35 Years and over33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total747 (86.4%)118 (13.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elkins

Business (128 | 22.9%), science & technology (96 | 17.1%), education (63 | 11.3%), communications (48 | 8.6%), and social sciences (38 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 560 individuals in Elkins who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elkins
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics183.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural244.3%
Physical & Health Sciences81.4%
Psychology234.1%
Social Sciences386.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology9617.1%
Business12822.9%
Education6311.3%
Literature & Languages376.6%
Liberal Arts & History295.2%
Visual & Performing Arts264.6%
Communications488.6%
Arts & Humanities223.9%
Total560100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Elkins

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elkins

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elkins are males with 2 vehicles (526, accounting for 51.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (325, making up 64.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elkins
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle25 (2.4%)23 (2.8%)
1 Vehicle55 (5.4%)111 (13.7%)
2 Vehicles526 (51.2%)325 (40.1%)
3 Vehicles311 (30.3%)211 (26.0%)
4 Vehicles91 (8.9%)141 (17.4%)
5 or more Vehicles19 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,027 (100.0%)811 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Elkins

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elkins are 30 to 34 minutes (283 commuters, 16.8%), 25 to 29 minutes (276 commuters, 16.4%), and 20 to 24 minutes (267 commuters, 15.9%).
Commute Time in Elkins
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes804.8%
5 to 9 Minutes1287.6%
10 to 14 Minutes804.8%
15 to 19 Minutes24414.5%
20 to 24 Minutes26715.9%
25 to 29 Minutes27616.4%
30 to 34 Minutes28316.8%
35 to 39 Minutes573.4%
40 to 44 Minutes402.4%
45 to 59 Minutes19911.8%
60 to 89 Minutes191.1%
90 or more Minutes110.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Elkins

The most common commute times in Elkins are 25 to 29 minutes (221 commuters, 22.7%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (178 commuters, 25.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Elkins
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes48 (4.9%)32 (4.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes44 (4.5%)84 (11.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes62 (6.4%)18 (2.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes159 (16.3%)85 (11.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes144 (14.8%)123 (17.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes221 (22.7%)55 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes105 (10.8%)178 (25.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes38 (3.9%)19 (2.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes37 (3.8%)3 (0.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes96 (9.9%)103 (14.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes15 (1.5%)4 (0.6%)
90 or more Minutes4 (0.4%)7 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elkins

The most frequent times of departure to work in Elkins are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (195, 20.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (166, 23.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elkins
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM83 (8.5%)54 (7.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM19 (1.9%)21 (2.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM68 (7.0%)69 (9.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM96 (9.9%)82 (11.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM170 (17.5%)30 (4.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM195 (20.0%)166 (23.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM66 (6.8%)101 (14.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM72 (7.4%)43 (6.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM44 (4.5%)43 (6.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM5 (0.5%)22 (3.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM19 (1.9%)11 (1.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM38 (3.9%)10 (1.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM15 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM83 (8.5%)59 (8.3%)
Total973 (100.0%)711 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Elkins

Occupancy by Ownership in Elkins

Of the total 1,309 dwellings in Elkins, owner-occupied units account for 1,055 (80.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 254 (19.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Elkins
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,05580.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units25419.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,309100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Elkins

Occupancy by Household Size in Elkins
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22417.1%
2-Person Household48637.1%
3-Person Household25019.1%
4+ Person Household34926.7%
Total Housing Units1,309100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elkins

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elkins
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household161 (71.9%)63 (28.1%)
2-Person Household467 (96.1%)19 (3.9%)
3-Person Household204 (81.6%)46 (18.4%)
4+ Person Household223 (63.9%)126 (36.1%)
Total Housing Units1,055 (80.6%)254 (19.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elkins

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elkins
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School76 (60.3%)50 (39.7%)
High School Diploma320 (84.2%)60 (15.8%)
College/Associate Degree348 (78.9%)93 (21.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher311 (85.9%)51 (14.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elkins

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elkins
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years33225.4%
35 to 44 Years21016.0%
45 to 54 Years22817.4%
55 to 64 Years21316.3%
65 to 74 Years15511.8%
75 to 84 Years15912.1%
85 Years and Over120.9%
Total1,309100.0%

Housing Finances in Elkins

Median Income by Occupancy in Elkins

Median Income by Occupancy in Elkins
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,055 (80.6%)$75,052
Renter-Occupied254 (19.4%)$57,604
Average1,309 (100.0%)$72,940

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elkins

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elkins
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00016 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)5 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99912 (1.1%)14 (5.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99922 (2.1%)6 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99913 (1.2%)27 (10.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99970 (6.6%)31 (12.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99985 (8.1%)39 (15.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999309 (29.3%)50 (19.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999184 (17.4%)54 (21.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999243 (23.0%)28 (11.0%)
$150,000 or more101 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,055 (100.0%)254 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elkins

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elkins
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30043 (4.1%)15 (5.9%)
$300 to $499172 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799112 (10.6%)53 (20.9%)
$800 to $999190 (18.0%)18 (7.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499426 (40.4%)103 (40.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99991 (8.6%)38 (15.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4999 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more12 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,055 (100.0%)254 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Elkins

Housing Structures in Elkins

Housing Structures in Elkins
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,19191.0%
Single Unit, Attached50.4%
2 Unit Apartments191.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments382.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments50.4%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other513.9%
Total1,309100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elkins

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elkins
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,004 (84.3%)187 (15.7%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,055 (80.6%)254 (19.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elkins

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elkins
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms16 (1.5%)20 (7.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms450 (42.6%)89 (35.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms439 (41.6%)119 (46.9%)
8 or more Rooms150 (14.2%)26 (10.2%)
Total1,055 (100.0%)254 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elkins

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elkins
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas690 (65.4%)161 (63.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity336 (31.9%)78 (30.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels26 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)15 (5.9%)
Total1,055 (100.0%)254 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Elkins

Household Vehicle Usage in Elkins
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle30 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle196 (18.6%)87 (34.3%)
2 Vehicles509 (48.2%)78 (30.7%)
3 or more Vehicles320 (30.3%)89 (35.0%)
Total1,055 (100.0%)254 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Elkins

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elkins

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units304751
Median Property Value$186,700$168,200
Median Household Income$50,139$70
Monthly Housing Costs$428$12
Real Estate Taxes$780$9

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elkins

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elkins
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0009 (3.0%)32 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)41 (5.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999279 (91.8%)635 (84.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99916 (5.3%)39 (5.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)4 (0.5%)
Total304 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elkins

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elkins
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00016 (5.3%)5 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99925 (8.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99964 (21.0%)22 (2.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99946 (15.1%)6 (0.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99968 (22.4%)39 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)241 (32.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99954 (17.8%)184 (24.5%)
$150,000 or more31 (10.2%)189 (25.2%)
Total304 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elkins

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elkins
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x88 (28.9%)86,518 (11,520.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x41 (13.5%)366 (48.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x25 (8.2%)249 (33.2%)
4.0x or more134 (44.1%)71 (9.5%)
Total304 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elkins

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elkins
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800157 (51.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49965 (21.4%)193 (25.7%)
$800 to $1,49982 (27.0%)414 (55.1%)
Total304 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Elkins

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkins

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkins
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years256 (94.5%)15 (5.5%)
6 to 18 Years629 (92.2%)53 (7.8%)
19 to 25 Years245 (83.9%)47 (16.1%)
26 to 34 Years473 (80.2%)117 (19.8%)
35 to 44 Years421 (88.6%)54 (11.4%)
45 to 54 Years331 (86.7%)51 (13.4%)
55 to 64 Years409 (95.8%)18 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years243 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older273 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,280 (90.2%)355 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elkins

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elkins
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born256 (94.5%)15 (5.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen629 (92.2%)53 (7.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen245 (83.9%)47 (16.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elkins

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elkins
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000175 (94.1%)11 (5.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999402 (75.7%)129 (24.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999773 (83.6%)152 (16.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999883 (98.6%)13 (1.5%)
$100,000 and over1,047 (95.4%)50 (4.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkins

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkins
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 665 (24.0%)208 (76.7%)
6 to 18 Years198 (29.0%)443 (65.0%)
19 to 25 Years12 (4.1%)233 (79.8%)
25 to 34 Years47 (8.0%)433 (73.4%)
35 to 44 Years84 (17.7%)369 (77.7%)
45 to 54 Years31 (8.1%)305 (79.8%)
55 to 64 Years73 (17.1%)349 (81.7%)
65 to 74 Years243 (100.0%)90 (37.0%)
75 Years and over273 (100.0%)209 (76.6%)
Total1,026 (28.2%)2,639 (72.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elkins

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elkins
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (2.9%)18 (5.2%)
18 to 34 Years25 (4.4%)28 (7.5%)
35 to 64 Years128 (19.2%)134 (21.7%)
65 to 74 Years32 (34.8%)65 (43.0%)
75 Years and over26 (18.2%)62 (47.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elkins

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Elkins: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years40 (6.0%)50 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years11 (12.0%)28 (18.5%)
75 Years and over22 (15.4%)7 (5.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Elkins: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (0.6%)8 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)35 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (6.5%)6 (4.0%)
75 Years and over9 (6.3%)37 (28.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Elkins: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (2.3%)10 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years25 (4.4%)25 (6.7%)
35 to 64 Years5 (0.7%)36 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years10 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over22 (15.4%)15 (11.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Elkins: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years88 (13.2%)66 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years22 (23.9%)43 (28.5%)
75 Years and over26 (18.2%)25 (19.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Elkins: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (0.7%)28 (7.5%)
35 to 64 Years16 (2.4%)25 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (6.6%)
75 Years and over17 (11.9%)15 (11.5%)

Technology Access in Elkins

Computing Device Access in Elkins

Computing Device Access in Elkins
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,05180.3%
Smartphone1,15888.5%
Tablet80961.8%
No Computing Device816.2%
Total1,309100.0%

Internet Access in Elkins

Internet Access in Elkins
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet191.5%
Broadband Home88967.9%
Cellular Data Only13210.1%
Satellite Internet1158.8%
No Internet13710.5%
Total1,309100.0%

Elkins Summary

Elkins, Arkansas is a small town located in Washington County, Arkansas. It is situated in the Ozark Mountains and is part of the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town was founded in 1871 and has a population of approximately 1,500 people.

History

Elkins was founded in 1871 by William Elkins, a former Confederate soldier. He purchased the land from the Cherokee Nation and named the town after himself. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon became a center for timber and coal mining. In the late 19th century, the town was home to several sawmills and coal mines.
In the early 20th century, Elkins experienced a period of growth and development. The town was incorporated in 1912 and the first mayor was elected in 1913. The town was home to several businesses, including a bank, a hotel, a general store, and a post office.
In the 1950s, Elkins experienced a period of decline as the coal and timber industries declined. The town was also affected by the Great Depression and World War II. However, in the late 20th century, the town experienced a period of revitalization. The town was home to several new businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Geography

Elkins is located in the Ozark Mountains in northwestern Arkansas. The town is situated in the foothills of the Ozarks and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The town is located near the White River and is approximately 30 miles from Fayetteville, Arkansas.
The climate in Elkins is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The town receives an average of 45 inches of precipitation per year.

Economy

The economy of Elkins is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Ozark National Forest and the White River.
The town is home to several businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant. The town is also home to several small manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture and clothing.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Elkins was 1,500. The town is predominantly white, with approximately 95% of the population being white. The median household income is around $35,000 and the median home value is around $90,000. The town has a low unemployment rate of around 4%.
Elkins is a small town with a close-knit community. The town is home to several churches, including the First Baptist Church and the Church of Christ. The town is also home to several schools, including Elkins Elementary School and Elkins High School.

Conclusion

Elkins, Arkansas is a small town located in the Ozark Mountains. The town was founded in 1871 and has a population of approximately 1,500 people. The economy of Elkins is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is predominantly white, with a median household income of around $35,000 and a median home value of around $90,000. Elkins is a close-knit community with several churches and schools.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Elkins?
Total Population of Elkins is 3,635.
What is the Total Male Population of Elkins?
Total Male Population of Elkins is 1,929.
What is the Total Female Population of Elkins?
Total Female Population of Elkins is 1,706.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elkins?
There are 113.07 Males per 100 Females in Elkins.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elkins?
There are 88.44 Females per 100 Males in Elkins.
What is the Median Population Age in Elkins?
Median Population Age in Elkins is 34.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elkins
Average Family Size in Elkins is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elkins
Average Household Size in Elkins is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elkins?
Per Capita income in Elkins is $29,438.
What is the Median Family Income in Elkins?
Median Family Income in Elkins is $83,333.
What is the Median Household income in Elkins?
Median Household Income in Elkins is $72,940.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elkins?
Income or Wage Gap in Elkins is 18.1%.
Women in Elkins earn 81.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elkins?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elkins is 0.31.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elkins?
There are 1,864 People in the Labor Forcein in Elkins.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elkins?
64.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Elkins.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elkins?
Unemployment Rate in Elkins is 1.4%.