Elton, LA

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Elton Overview

1,284
TOTAL POPULATION
514
MALE POPULATION
770
FEMALE POPULATION
66.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
149.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,052
PER CAPITA INCOME
$36,639
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$35,828
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
489
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
46.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Elton Zip Codes

Elton Area Codes

Race in Elton

The most populous races in Elton are White / Caucasian (589 | 45.9%), Black / African American (588 | 45.8%), and Native / Alaskan (71 | 5.5%).
Race in Elton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American58845.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino322.5%
Native / Alaskan715.5%
White / Caucasian58945.9%
Two or more Races362.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,284100.0%

Ancestry in Elton

The most populous ancestries reported in Elton are French (371 | 28.9%), German (119 | 9.3%), English (75 | 5.8%), French Canadian (71 | 5.5%), and Norwegian (55 | 4.3%), together accounting for 53.8% of all Elton residents.
Ancestry in Elton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American151.2%
Cherokee151.2%
English755.8%
European120.9%
French37128.9%
French Canadian715.5%
German1199.3%
Irish372.9%
Italian211.6%
Mexican322.5%
Norwegian554.3%
Scotch-Irish110.9%
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Immigrants in Elton

Immigrants in Elton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Elton

Sex and Age in Elton

The most populous age groups in Elton are Under 5 Years (61 | 11.9%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (99 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Elton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years61 (11.9%)43 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years30 (5.8%)40 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Years15 (2.9%)36 (4.7%)
15 to 19 Years35 (6.8%)25 (3.3%)
20 to 24 Years56 (10.9%)63 (8.2%)
25 to 29 Years24 (4.7%)75 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Years11 (2.1%)13 (1.7%)
35 to 39 Years3 (0.6%)18 (2.3%)
40 to 44 Years23 (4.5%)21 (2.7%)
45 to 49 Years4 (0.8%)43 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years39 (7.6%)12 (1.6%)
55 to 59 Years33 (6.4%)64 (8.3%)
60 to 64 Years33 (6.4%)88 (11.4%)
65 to 69 Years44 (8.6%)48 (6.2%)
70 to 74 Years45 (8.7%)46 (6.0%)
75 to 79 Years23 (4.5%)99 (12.9%)
80 to 84 Years35 (6.8%)26 (3.4%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
Total514 (100.0%)770 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Elton

Median Family Size in Elton

The median family size in Elton is 3.26 persons per family, with single female/mother families (114 | 36.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (9 | 2.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.44 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Elton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple192 (61.0%)2.85
Single Male/Father9 (2.9%)2.44
Single Female/Mother114 (36.2%)4.03
Total Families315 (100.0%)3.26

Median Household Size in Elton

The median household size in Elton is 2.36 persons per household, with single female/mother households (114 | 20.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.19 persons per household. non-family households (230 | 42.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.03 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Elton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple192 (35.2%)2.85
Single Male/Father9 (1.7%)2.44
Single Female/Mother114 (20.9%)4.19
Non-family230 (42.2%)1.03
Total Households545 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Elton

Out of a total of 545 households in Elton, 315 (57.8%) are family households, while 230 (42.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 159, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 220.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-220 (40.4%)
2-Person Households159 (29.2%)10 (1.8%)
3-Person Households32 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households106 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households18 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total315 (57.8%)230 (42.2%)

Female Fertility in Elton

Fertility by Age in Elton

Average fertility rate in Elton is 194.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 331.0 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 Elton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years50 (100.0%)331.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total50 (100.0%)194.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elton

64.0% of women with births (50) in Elton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 36.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 36.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years32 (64.0%)18 (36.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (64.0%)18 (36.0%)

Fertility by Education in Elton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Elton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma50 (100.0%)316.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total50 (100.0%)194.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elton

36.0% of women with births in Elton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 64.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 36.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma32 (64.0%)18 (36.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (64.0%)18 (36.0%)

Income in Elton

Income Overview in Elton

Per Capita Income in Elton is $22,052, while median incomes of families and households are $36,639 and $35,828 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,284$22,052
Median Family Income315$36,639
Mean Family Income315$53,997
Median Household Income545$35,828
Mean Household Income545$47,986
Income Deficit315$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,28439.67%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,28460.33¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,2840.42

Earnings by Sex in Elton

Average Earnings in Elton are $31,026, $41,313 for men and $24,926 for women, a difference of 39.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Elton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male195 (40.2%)$41,313
Female290 (59.8%)$24,926
Total485 (100.0%)$31,026

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elton

The most common earnings brackets in Elton are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (39 | 20.0%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (53 | 18.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)10 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)4 (1.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)27 (9.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49931 (15.9%)53 (18.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)18 (6.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)34 (11.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)34 (11.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99939 (20.0%)46 (15.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99913 (6.7%)5 (1.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99939 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)9 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9993 (1.5%)10 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99911 (5.6%)7 (2.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99912 (6.1%)12 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+10 (5.1%)21 (7.2%)
Total195 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elton

Average earnings in Elton are $44,934 for men and $24,154 for women, a difference of 46.3%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,432, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $64,432. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $31,964, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $16,290.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$64,432$16,290
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,934$24,154

Family Income in Elton

Family Income Brackets in Elton

According to the Elton family income data, there are 116 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Elton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00041.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9994714.9%
$25,000 to $34,9995818.4%
$35,000 to $49,99911636.8%
$50,000 to $74,999196.0%
$75,000 to $99,999247.6%
$100,000 to $149,9993511.1%
$150,000 to $199,999123.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elton

2-person families (159 | 50.5%) account for the highest median family income in Elton with $35,536 per family, while 2-person families (159 | 50.5%) have the highest median income of $17,768 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families159 (50.5%)$35,536
3-Person Families50 (15.9%)$0
4-Person Families88 (27.9%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families18 (5.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total315 (100.0%)$36,639

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners134 (42.5%)$35,051
1 Earner95 (30.2%)$35,450
2 Earners53 (16.8%)$95,083
3+ Earners33 (10.5%)$0
Total315 (100.0%)$36,639

Household Income in Elton

Household Income Brackets in Elton

With 138 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Elton, accounting for 25.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Elton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000224.0%
$10,000 to $14,999448.1%
$15,000 to $24,99913825.3%
$25,000 to $34,999437.9%
$35,000 to $49,99912422.8%
$50,000 to $74,9996411.7%
$75,000 to $99,999539.7%
$100,000 to $149,999356.4%
$150,000 to $199,999224.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Elton

The median household income in Elton is $35,828, with the highest median household income of $77,778 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 60 households (11.0%) 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 23 households (4.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Elton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years23 (4.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years60 (11.0%)$77,778
45 to 64 Years195 (35.8%)$48,403
65+ Years267 (49.0%)$24,120
Total545 (100.0%)$35,828

Poverty in Elton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elton

With 9.9% poverty level for males and 14.4% for females among the residents of Elton, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 21 females (42.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (27.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (21.4%)21 (42.9%)
12 to 14 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years6 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)10 (11.4%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)4 (10.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)9 (16.4%)
55 to 64 Years10 (15.1%)24 (15.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (20.2%)
75 Years and over23 (39.7%)12 (8.9%)
Total51 (9.9%)111 (14.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elton

According to the poverty statistics in Elton, males aged under 5 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years61 (100.0%)31 (72.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years33 (78.6%)28 (57.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years29 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years56 (90.3%)63 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years35 (100.0%)78 (88.6%)
35 to 44 Years26 (100.0%)35 (89.7%)
45 to 54 Years43 (100.0%)46 (83.6%)
55 to 64 Years56 (84.9%)128 (84.2%)
65 to 74 Years89 (100.0%)75 (79.8%)
75 Years and over35 (60.3%)123 (91.1%)
Total463 (90.1%)659 (85.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elton show that 5.7% or 11 of the total 192 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 9.4%, comprising of 11 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 Elton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children106 (90.6%)11 (9.4%)
1 or 2 Children75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total181 (94.3%)11 (5.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elton

According to the poverty data in Elton, 66.7% or 6 single-father households and 12.3% or 14 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 6 households (66.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (43.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children6 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (43.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (66.7%)14 (12.3%)

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

The poverty data for Elton shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (5.7%) and 20 of the single-parent households (16.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (9.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 household (43.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (9.4%)6 (11.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)14 (43.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (5.7%)20 (16.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Elton

Employment by Class of Employer in Elton

Among the 485 employed individuals in Elton, private company employees (279 | 57.5%), federal government employees (49 | 10.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (43 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Elton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees27957.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)112.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)245.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations438.9%
Local Government Employees428.7%
State Government Employees255.1%
Federal Government Employees4910.1%
Unpaid Family Workers122.5%
Total485100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Elton

According to the labor force statistics for Elton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,044), 46.8% or 489 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.8% or 4 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 99 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.8% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Elton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years87 (73.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years14 (58.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years61 (93.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years69 (70.4%)4 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years42 (43.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years44 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (15.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over34 (17.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total489 (46.8%)4 (0.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elton

According to labor force statistics for Elton, 65.3% of individuals (329) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (504) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 4 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 54 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.0% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School25 (20.3%)20 (16.0%)
High School Diploma171 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree79 (63.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (65.3%)6 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Elton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elton are Community & Social Service (66 | 13.6%), Education Instruction & Library (35 | 7.2%), Management (31 | 6.4%), Education, Arts & Media (31 | 6.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (12 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Elton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elton, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Management (41.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Community & Social Service (80.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (62.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Elton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management13 (41.9%)18 (58.1%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 13 (19.7%)53 (80.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library13 (37.1%)22 (62.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)38 (34.9%)71 (65.1%)
Total (Overall)195 (40.2%)290 (59.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Elton are Personal Care & Service (48 | 9.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (41 | 8.5%), Security & Protection (34 | 7.0%), Law Enforcement (34 | 7.0%), and Healthcare Support (15 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations in Elton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Elton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (41.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (60.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Elton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Security & Protection34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance17 (41.5%)24 (58.5%)
Personal Care & Service19 (39.6%)29 (60.4%)
Total (Category)70 (46.1%)82 (53.9%)
Total (Overall)195 (40.2%)290 (59.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elton are Office & Administration (85 | 17.5%), and Sales & Related (24 | 5.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Elton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Elton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)85 (100.0%)
Total (Category)11 (10.1%)98 (89.9%)
Total (Overall)195 (40.2%)290 (59.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elton are , and Construction & Extraction (32 | 6.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Elton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Elton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)195 (40.2%)290 (59.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elton are Production (65 | 13.4%), and Material Moving (18 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Elton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Elton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production44 (67.7%)21 (32.3%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total (Category)44 (53.0%)39 (47.0%)
Total (Overall)195 (40.2%)290 (59.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Elton

Employment Industries in Elton

The major employment industries in Elton include Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (152 | 31.3%), Retail Trade (85 | 17.5%), Public Administration (81 | 16.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (46 | 9.5%), and Administrative & Support (45 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries in Elton

Employment Industries by Sex in Elton

The Elton industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Public Administration (58.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (47.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Retail Trade (72.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade23 (27.1%)62 (72.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support17 (37.8%)28 (62.2%)
Educational Services13 (37.1%)22 (62.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation72 (47.4%)80 (52.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration47 (58.0%)34 (42.0%)
Total195 (40.2%)290 (59.8%)

Education in Elton

School Enrollment in Elton

The most common levels of schooling among the 223 students in Elton are high school (69 | 30.9%), nursery / preschool (59 | 26.5%), and elementary school (59 | 26.5%).
School Enrollment in Elton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5926.5%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School5926.5%
Middle School2310.3%
High School6930.9%
College / Undergraduate135.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total223100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elton

Out of a total of 223 students who are enrolled in schools in Elton, 26 (11.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 197 (88.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 47 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds29 (56.9%)22 (43.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total197 (88.3%)26 (11.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elton

Education (32 | 40.5%), literature & languages (20 | 25.3%), communications (15 | 19.0%), and science & technology (12 | 15.2%) are the most common fields of study among 79 individuals in Elton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1215.2%
Business00.0%
Education3240.5%
Literature & Languages2025.3%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications1519.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total79100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Elton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elton are males with 1 vehicle (80, accounting for 41.0%) and females with 1 vehicle (75, making up 27.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)3 (1.0%)
1 Vehicle80 (41.0%)75 (25.9%)
2 Vehicles68 (34.9%)141 (48.6%)
3 Vehicles25 (12.8%)29 (10.0%)
4 Vehicles22 (11.3%)42 (14.5%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total195 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Elton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elton are 20 to 24 minutes (93 commuters, 19.2%), 25 to 29 minutes (91 commuters, 18.8%), and 5 to 9 minutes (87 commuters, 17.9%).
Commute Time in Elton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes316.4%
5 to 9 Minutes8717.9%
10 to 14 Minutes6212.8%
15 to 19 Minutes173.5%
20 to 24 Minutes9319.2%
25 to 29 Minutes9118.8%
30 to 34 Minutes428.7%
35 to 39 Minutes112.3%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes5110.5%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Elton

The most common commute times in Elton are 5 to 9 minutes (53 commuters, 27.2%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (93 commuters, 32.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Elton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (9.7%)12 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes53 (27.2%)34 (11.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes17 (8.7%)45 (15.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes17 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)93 (32.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes50 (25.6%)41 (14.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)42 (14.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes11 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes28 (14.4%)23 (7.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Elton are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (96, 49.2%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (67, 23.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM22 (11.3%)30 (10.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM14 (7.2%)28 (9.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM14 (7.2%)49 (16.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM96 (49.2%)67 (23.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)18 (6.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)18 (6.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)55 (19.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM37 (19.0%)25 (8.6%)
Total195 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Elton

Occupancy by Ownership in Elton

Of the total 545 dwellings in Elton, owner-occupied units account for 430 (78.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 115 (21.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Elton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units43078.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units11521.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units545100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Elton

Occupancy by Household Size in Elton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22040.4%
2-Person Household16931.0%
3-Person Household325.9%
4+ Person Household12422.8%
Total Housing Units545100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household159 (72.3%)61 (27.7%)
2-Person Household155 (91.7%)14 (8.3%)
3-Person Household24 (75.0%)8 (25.0%)
4+ Person Household92 (74.2%)32 (25.8%)
Total Housing Units430 (78.9%)115 (21.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School133 (88.7%)17 (11.3%)
High School Diploma123 (77.8%)35 (22.2%)
College/Associate Degree105 (62.5%)63 (37.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7012.8%
35 to 44 Years132.4%
45 to 54 Years5610.3%
55 to 64 Years13925.5%
65 to 74 Years12422.8%
75 to 84 Years13324.4%
85 Years and Over101.8%
Total545100.0%

Housing Finances in Elton

Median Income by Occupancy in Elton

Median Income by Occupancy in Elton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied430 (78.9%)$36,544
Renter-Occupied115 (21.1%)$23,365
Average545 (100.0%)$35,828

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99918 (4.2%)4 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99936 (8.4%)8 (7.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99927 (6.3%)31 (27.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99957 (13.3%)23 (20.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (8.1%)8 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999115 (26.7%)9 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (4.9%)32 (27.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99935 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more22 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total430 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300144 (33.5%)8 (7.0%)
$300 to $499184 (42.8%)31 (27.0%)
$500 to $79926 (6.0%)35 (30.4%)
$800 to $99911 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49937 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99916 (3.7%)10 (8.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49912 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total430 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Elton

Housing Structures in Elton

Housing Structures in Elton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached40674.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments30.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments397.2%
Mobile Home / Other9717.8%
Total545100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached333 (82.0%)73 (18.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total430 (78.9%)115 (21.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)39 (33.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (1.9%)10 (8.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms183 (42.6%)38 (33.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms202 (47.0%)28 (24.3%)
8 or more Rooms37 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total430 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas175 (40.7%)61 (53.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity255 (59.3%)54 (47.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total430 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Elton

Household Vehicle Usage in Elton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle27 (6.3%)12 (10.4%)
1 Vehicle168 (39.1%)63 (54.8%)
2 Vehicles196 (45.6%)23 (20.0%)
3 or more Vehicles39 (9.1%)17 (14.8%)
Total430 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Elton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units34684
Median Property Value$77,800$95,000
Median Household Income$35,000$22
Monthly Housing Costs$322$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000115 (33.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999128 (37.0%)43 (51.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999103 (29.8%)41 (48.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$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%)0 (0.0%)
Total346 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00018 (5.2%)4 (4.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999120 (34.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99999 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99935 (10.1%)16 (19.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (6.1%)29 (34.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)17 (20.2%)
Total346 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x104 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x137 (39.6%)68 (80.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x32 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more73 (21.1%)16 (19.1%)
Total346 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800240 (69.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)73 (86.9%)
$800 to $1,49910 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total346 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Elton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years139 (82.3%)30 (17.7%)
19 to 25 Years105 (76.1%)33 (23.9%)
26 to 34 Years104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years41 (63.1%)24 (36.9%)
45 to 54 Years94 (95.9%)4 (4.1%)
55 to 64 Years192 (88.1%)26 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years183 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,167 (90.9%)117 (9.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen139 (82.3%)30 (17.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen105 (76.1%)33 (23.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000285 (98.6%)4 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999463 (86.9%)70 (13.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99986 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999136 (87.7%)19 (12.3%)
$100,000 and over197 (89.1%)24 (10.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 687 (75.0%)29 (25.0%)
6 to 18 Years80 (47.3%)104 (61.5%)
19 to 25 Years32 (23.2%)73 (52.9%)
25 to 34 Years10 (9.6%)94 (90.4%)
35 to 44 Years4 (6.1%)37 (56.9%)
45 to 54 Years29 (29.6%)65 (66.3%)
55 to 64 Years116 (53.2%)76 (34.9%)
65 to 74 Years170 (92.9%)94 (51.4%)
75 Years and over193 (100.0%)127 (65.8%)
Total721 (56.1%)699 (54.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (8.6%)
35 to 64 Years44 (32.6%)113 (45.9%)
65 to 74 Years32 (36.0%)24 (25.5%)
75 Years and over15 (25.9%)47 (34.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Elton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (8.9%)30 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years26 (29.2%)13 (13.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)25 (18.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Elton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)57 (23.2%)
65 to 74 Years9 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Elton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (8.6%)
35 to 64 Years22 (16.3%)80 (32.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (23.4%)
75 Years and over15 (25.9%)13 (9.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Elton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years44 (32.6%)60 (24.4%)
65 to 74 Years16 (18.0%)13 (13.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)22 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Elton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)39 (15.9%)
65 to 74 Years13 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (2.2%)

Technology Access in Elton

Computing Device Access in Elton

Computing Device Access in Elton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop25346.4%
Smartphone34863.8%
Tablet28452.1%
No Computing Device14827.2%
Total545100.0%

Internet Access in Elton

Internet Access in Elton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home24044.0%
Cellular Data Only13624.9%
Satellite Internet315.7%
No Internet15728.8%
Total545100.0%

Elton Summary

Elton, Louisiana is a small town located in Jefferson Davis Parish in the southwestern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Mermentau River, about 25 miles south of Lake Charles. The town was founded in 1883 and named after the nearby Elton Plantation. It has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census.

Geography

Elton is located in the southwestern part of Louisiana, in Jefferson Davis Parish. It is situated on the banks of the Mermentau River, about 25 miles south of Lake Charles. The town is surrounded by a number of small towns and villages, including Jennings, Welsh, and Lake Arthur. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the area. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Elton is largely based on agriculture and forestry. The town is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, soybeans, and rice. The town also has a number of timber companies, which harvest and process timber for use in construction and other industries. In addition, Elton is home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

According to the 2010 census, Elton has a population of 1,845 people. The racial makeup of the town is 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. The median household income is $30,938, and the median age is 37.7 years.

Education

Elton is served by the Jefferson Davis Parish School District. The town has one public elementary school, Elton Elementary School, which serves students in grades K-5. The town also has a private school, Elton Christian Academy, which serves students in grades K-12.

Conclusion

Elton, Louisiana is a small town located in Jefferson Davis Parish in the southwestern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Mermentau River, about 25 miles south of Lake Charles. The town was founded in 1883 and has a population of 1,845 people, according to the 2010 census. The economy of Elton is largely based on agriculture and forestry, and the town is served by the Jefferson Davis Parish School District. Elton is a diverse community, with a mix of races and cultures, and a median household income of $30,938.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Elton?
Total Population of Elton is 1,284.
What is the Total Male Population of Elton?
Total Male Population of Elton is 514.
What is the Total Female Population of Elton?
Total Female Population of Elton is 770.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elton?
There are 66.75 Males per 100 Females in Elton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elton?
There are 149.81 Females per 100 Males in Elton.
What is the Median Population Age in Elton?
Median Population Age in Elton is 51.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elton
Average Family Size in Elton is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elton
Average Household Size in Elton is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elton?
Per Capita income in Elton is $22,052.
What is the Median Family Income in Elton?
Median Family Income in Elton is $36,639.
What is the Median Household income in Elton?
Median Household Income in Elton is $35,828.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elton?
Income or Wage Gap in Elton is 39.7%.
Women in Elton earn 60.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elton is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elton?
There are 489 People in the Labor Forcein in Elton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elton?
46.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Elton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elton?
Unemployment Rate in Elton is 0.8%.