Elbow Lake, MN
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Elbow Lake Overview
1,125
TOTAL POPULATION
578
MALE POPULATION
547
FEMALE POPULATION
105.67
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.64
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,859
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,583
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$49,265
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
504
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Elbow Lake Zip Codes
Elbow Lake Area Codes
Race in Elbow Lake
The most populous races in Elbow Lake are White / Caucasian (1,041 | 92.5%), Two or more Races (74 | 6.6%), and Native / Alaskan (7 | 0.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 | 0.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 7 | 0.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,041 | 92.5% |
| Two or more Races | 74 | 6.6% |
| Some other Race | 3 | 0.3% |
| Total | 1,125 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Elbow Lake
The most populous ancestries reported in Elbow Lake are German (434 | 38.6%), Norwegian (411 | 36.5%), Swedish (106 | 9.4%), Irish (68 | 6.0%), and English (61 | 5.4%), together accounting for 96.0% of all Elbow Lake residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 25 | 2.2% |
| Belgian | 6 | 0.5% |
| Bhutanese | 10 | 0.9% |
| Blackfeet | 1 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 6 | 0.5% |
| Chippewa | 36 | 3.2% |
| Cree | 2 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 8 | 0.7% |
| Czech | 14 | 1.2% |
| Danish | 14 | 1.2% |
| Dutch | 15 | 1.3% |
| English | 61 | 5.4% |
| European | 17 | 1.5% |
| Finnish | 20 | 1.8% |
| French | 6 | 0.5% |
| French Canadian | 12 | 1.1% |
| German | 434 | 38.6% |
| Greek | 3 | 0.3% |
| Hungarian | 10 | 0.9% |
| Irish | 68 | 6.0% |
| Iroquois | 2 | 0.2% |
| Italian | 29 | 2.6% |
| Korean | 17 | 1.5% |
| Mexican | 3 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 411 | 36.5% |
| Polish | 34 | 3.0% |
| Russian | 7 | 0.6% |
| Scandinavian | 25 | 2.2% |
| Sioux | 5 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 106 | 9.4% |
| Swiss | 29 | 2.6% |
| Welsh | 10 | 0.9% | View All 32 Rows |
Immigrants in Elbow Lake
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elbow Lake came from Europe (3 | 0.3%), Canada (2 | 0.2%), Germany (2 | 0.2%), Western Europe (2 | 0.2%), and England (1 | 0.1%), together accounting for 0.9% of all Elbow Lake residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Canada | 2 | 0.2% |
| England | 1 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 3 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 2 | 0.2% |
| Northern Europe | 1 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 2 | 0.2% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Elbow Lake
Sex and Age in Elbow Lake
The most populous age groups in Elbow Lake are 5 to 9 Years (68 | 11.8%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (61 | 11.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 58 (10.0%) | 22 (4.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 68 (11.8%) | 31 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 30 (5.2%) | 46 (8.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 32 (5.5%) | 31 (5.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 27 (4.7%) | 11 (2.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 38 (6.6%) | 42 (7.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 33 (5.7%) | 58 (10.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 27 (4.7%) | 31 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 33 (5.7%) | 42 (7.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 25 (4.3%) | 16 (2.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 11 (1.9%) | 16 (2.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 47 (8.1%) | 38 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 34 (5.9%) | 61 (11.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 29 (5.0%) | 26 (4.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 31 (5.4%) | 32 (5.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 21 (3.6%) | 14 (2.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 10 (1.7%) | 12 (2.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 24 (4.2%) | 18 (3.3%) |
| Total | 578 (100.0%) | 547 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Elbow Lake
Median Family Size in Elbow Lake
The median family size in Elbow Lake is 2.95 persons per family, with single female/mother families (66 | 23.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.15 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (18 | 6.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 203 (70.7%) | 2.92 |
| Single Male/Father | 18 (6.3%) | 2.50 |
| Single Female/Mother | 66 (23.0%) | 3.15 |
| Total Families | 287 (100.0%) | 2.95 |
Median Household Size in Elbow Lake
The median household size in Elbow Lake is 2.36 persons per household, with single female/mother households (66 | 14.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.53 persons per household. non-family households (181 | 38.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 203 (43.4%) | 2.96 |
| Single Male/Father | 18 (3.8%) | 3.17 |
| Single Female/Mother | 66 (14.1%) | 3.53 |
| Non-family | 181 (38.7%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 468 (100.0%) | 2.36 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elbow Lake
Out of a total of 468 households in Elbow Lake, 287 (61.3%) are family households, while 181 (38.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 126, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 153.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 153 (32.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 126 (26.9%) | 28 (6.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 66 (14.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 60 (12.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 27 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 3 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 5 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 287 (61.3%) | 181 (38.7%) |
Female Fertility in Elbow Lake
Fertility by Age in Elbow Lake
Average fertility rate in Elbow Lake is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 75.0% 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 | 12 (75.0%) | 108.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 4 (25.0%) | 42.0 |
| Total | 16 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elbow Lake
75.0% of women with births (16) in Elbow Lake are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 12 (75.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Elbow Lake
| 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 | 10 (62.5%) | 87.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 6 (37.5%) | 188.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 16 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elbow Lake
25.0% of women with births in Elbow Lake are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 66.7% 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 | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 2 (33.3%) | 4 (66.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12 (75.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
Income in Elbow Lake
Income Overview in Elbow Lake
Per Capita Income in Elbow Lake is $30,859, while median incomes of families and households are $64,583 and $49,265 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 1,125 | $30,859 |
| Median Family Income | 287 | $64,583 |
| Mean Family Income | 287 | $86,655 |
| Median Household Income | 468 | $49,265 |
| Mean Household Income | 468 | $71,960 |
| Income Deficit | 287 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 1,125 | 33.89% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 1,125 | 66.11¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 1,125 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Elbow Lake
Average Earnings in Elbow Lake are $36,122, $43,250 for men and $28,594 for women, a difference of 33.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 272 (50.3%) | $43,250 |
| Female | 269 (49.7%) | $28,594 |
| Total | 541 (100.0%) | $36,122 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elbow Lake
The most common earnings brackets in Elbow Lake are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (29 | 10.7%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (29 | 10.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 8 (2.9%) | 24 (8.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 6 (2.2%) | 27 (10.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 17 (6.2%) | 20 (7.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 8 (2.9%) | 23 (8.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 3 (1.1%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 1 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 5 (1.8%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 5 (1.8%) | 4 (1.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 6 (2.2%) | 12 (4.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 16 (5.9%) | 16 (5.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 20 (7.3%) | 19 (7.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 22 (8.1%) | 29 (10.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 26 (9.6%) | 15 (5.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 19 (7.0%) | 17 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 23 (8.5%) | 12 (4.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 19 (7.0%) | 17 (6.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 29 (10.7%) | 14 (5.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 20 (7.3%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 19 (7.0%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| Total | 272 (100.0%) | 269 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elbow Lake
Average earnings in Elbow Lake are $47,813 for men and $28,594 for women, a difference of 40.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $69,531, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,591. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $80,417, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $25,417.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $36,591 | $30,417 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,964 | $25,417 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $69,531 | $46,364 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $47,813 | $28,594 |
Family Income in Elbow Lake
Family Income Brackets in Elbow Lake
According to the Elbow Lake family income data, there are 57 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (2.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 12 | 4.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7 | 2.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 19 | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 33 | 11.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 52 | 18.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 46 | 16.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 32 | 11.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 57 | 19.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13 | 4.5% |
| $200,000+ | 16 | 5.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elbow Lake
4-person families (34 | 11.8%) account for the highest median family income in Elbow Lake with $82,045 per family, while 2-person families (144 | 50.2%) have the highest median income of $31,250 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 144 (50.2%) | $62,500 |
| 3-Person Families | 77 (26.8%) | $46,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 34 (11.8%) | $82,045 |
| 5-Person Families | 24 (8.4%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 3 (1.1%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 5 (1.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 287 (100.0%) | $64,583 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elbow Lake
The median family income in Elbow Lake is $64,583, with families comprising 3+ earners (15) having the highest median family income of $125,417, while families with no earners (66) have the lowest median family income of $45,625, accounting for 5.2% and 23.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 66 (23.0%) | $45,625 |
| 1 Earner | 104 (36.2%) | $48,125 |
| 2 Earners | 102 (35.5%) | $81,591 |
| 3+ Earners | 15 (5.2%) | $125,417 |
| Total | 287 (100.0%) | $64,583 |
Household Income in Elbow Lake
Household Income Brackets in Elbow Lake
With 82 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Elbow Lake, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 14 households (3.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 | 4.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 30 | 6.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 61 | 13.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 46 | 9.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 82 | 17.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 69 | 14.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 62 | 13.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 66 | 14.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14 | 3.0% |
| $200,000+ | 18 | 3.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Elbow Lake
The median household income in Elbow Lake is $49,265, with the highest median household income of $66,786 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 178 households (38.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,750, with 11 households (2.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 11 (2.4%) | $23,750 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 178 (38.0%) | $66,786 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 146 (31.2%) | $62,500 |
| 65+ Years | 133 (28.4%) | $34,375 |
| Total | 468 (100.0%) | $49,265 |
Poverty in Elbow Lake
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elbow Lake
With 16.0% poverty level for males and 19.9% for females among the residents of Elbow Lake, 16 and 17 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (60.0%) and 18 females (62.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (31.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (40.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 13 (22.8%) | 18 (62.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 6 (37.5%) | 14 (40.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 12 (60.0%) | 7 (41.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 15 (21.1%) | 26 (26.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3 (5.0%) | 15 (20.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (12.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (10.0%) | 6 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (18.2%) | 10 (22.7%) |
| Total | 92 (16.0%) | 108 (19.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elbow Lake
According to the poverty statistics in Elbow Lake, males aged 15 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 40 (69.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 13 (59.1%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 44 (77.2%) | 11 (37.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 10 (62.5%) | 21 (60.0%) |
| 15 Years | 12 (100.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 8 (40.0%) | 10 (58.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 27 (100.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 56 (78.9%) | 74 (74.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 57 (95.0%) | 58 (79.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 36 (100.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 81 (100.0%) | 87 (87.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (90.0%) | 52 (89.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 45 (81.8%) | 34 (77.3%) |
| Total | 483 (84.0%) | 436 (80.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elbow Lake
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elbow Lake show that 5.9% or 12 of the total 203 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 37.0%, comprising of 10 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 119 (98.4%) | 2 (1.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 17 (63.0%) | 10 (37.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 191 (94.1%) | 12 (5.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elbow Lake
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (43.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (37.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elbow Lake
The poverty data for Elbow Lake shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (5.9%) and 25 of the single-parent households (29.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (37.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 2 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (31.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 10 (37.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Total | 12 (5.9%) | 25 (29.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Elbow Lake
Employment by Class of Employer in Elbow Lake
Among the 450 employed individuals in Elbow Lake, private company employees (326 | 72.4%), local government employees (43 | 9.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (36 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 326 | 72.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 7 | 1.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 10 | 2.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 36 | 8.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 43 | 9.6% |
| State Government Employees | 22 | 4.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 6 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 450 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Elbow Lake
According to the labor force statistics for Elbow Lake, out of the total population over 16 years of age (848), 59.4% or 504 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 33 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 38 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 36.8% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 10 (24.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 38 (100.0%) | 14 (36.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 65 (81.3%) | 10 (15.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 79 (86.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 111 (83.5%) | 3 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 60 (88.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 57 (67.1%) | 4 (7.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 53 (55.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 31 (26.3%) | 2 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 504 (59.4%) | 33 (6.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elbow Lake
According to labor force statistics for Elbow Lake, 77.0% of individuals (425) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (552) are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 17 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 80.7% or 92 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.7% or 3 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 31 (63.3%) | 5 (9.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 106 (75.2%) | 13 (9.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 196 (79.0%) | 5 (2.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 92 (80.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 425 (77.0%) | 22 (4.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Elbow Lake
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elbow Lake are Health Diagnosing & Treating (32 | 6.8%), Community & Social Service (29 | 6.2%), Management (26 | 5.5%), Education Instruction & Library (22 | 4.7%), and Health Technologists (17 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elbow Lake, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (78.1%), Health Technologists (76.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (68.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 14 (53.8%) | 12 (46.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 6 (42.9%) | 8 (57.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 14 (48.3%) | 15 (51.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 7 (31.8%) | 15 (68.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 7 (21.9%) | 25 (78.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 4 (23.5%) | 13 (76.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 57 (48.7%) | 60 (51.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 255 (54.1%) | 216 (45.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Elbow Lake are Food Preparation & Serving (44 | 9.3%), Healthcare Support (24 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (24 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (16 | 3.4%), and Security & Protection (3 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Elbow Lake, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (68.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (61.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 17 (38.6%) | 27 (61.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 11 (68.8%) | 5 (31.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 31 (27.9%) | 80 (72.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 255 (54.1%) | 216 (45.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elbow Lake are Office & Administration (59 | 12.5%), and Sales & Related (48 | 10.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 26 (54.2%) | 22 (45.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 13 (22.0%) | 46 (78.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 39 (36.4%) | 68 (63.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 255 (54.1%) | 216 (45.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elbow Lake are Construction & Extraction (28 | 5.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (12 | 2.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 255 (54.1%) | 216 (45.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elbow Lake are Production (63 | 13.4%), Material Moving (15 | 3.2%), and Transportation (14 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 55 (87.3%) | 8 (12.7%) |
| Transportation | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 84 (91.3%) | 8 (8.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 255 (54.1%) | 216 (45.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Elbow Lake
Employment Industries in Elbow Lake
The major employment industries in Elbow Lake include Health Care & Social Assistance (84 | 17.8%), Retail Trade (71 | 15.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (53 | 11.3%), Educational Services (46 | 9.8%), and Manufacturing (44 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elbow Lake
The Elbow Lake industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (77.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 35 (92.1%) | 3 (7.9%) |
| Manufacturing | 43 (97.7%) | 1 (2.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 14 (82.4%) | 3 (17.6%) |
| Retail Trade | 33 (46.5%) | 38 (53.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 3 (60.0%) | 2 (40.0%) |
| Information | 6 (66.7%) | 3 (33.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 11 (44.0%) | 14 (56.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 14 (77.8%) | 4 (22.2%) |
| Educational Services | 23 (50.0%) | 23 (50.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 19 (22.6%) | 65 (77.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 24 (45.3%) | 29 (54.7%) |
| Public Administration | 3 (50.0%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| Total | 255 (54.1%) | 216 (45.9%) |
Education in Elbow Lake
School Enrollment in Elbow Lake
The most common levels of schooling among the 277 students in Elbow Lake are elementary school (67 | 24.2%), high school (64 | 23.1%), and middle school (54 | 19.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 31 | 11.2% |
| Kindergarten | 28 | 10.1% |
| Elementary School | 67 | 24.2% |
| Middle School | 54 | 19.5% |
| High School | 64 | 23.1% |
| College / Undergraduate | 25 | 9.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 8 | 2.9% |
| Total | 277 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elbow Lake
Out of a total of 277 students who are enrolled in schools in Elbow Lake, 9 (3.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 268 (96.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (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 24 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 86 (97.7%) | 2 (2.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 74 (97.4%) | 2 (2.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 268 (96.8%) | 9 (3.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elbow Lake
Science & technology (39 | 21.7%), education (37 | 20.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (28 | 15.6%), business (23 | 12.8%), and arts & humanities (14 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 180 individuals in Elbow Lake who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 6 | 3.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 28 | 15.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 3 | 1.7% |
| Psychology | 5 | 2.8% |
| Social Sciences | 5 | 2.8% |
| Engineering | 3 | 1.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 39 | 21.7% |
| Business | 23 | 12.8% |
| Education | 37 | 20.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 3 | 1.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 5 | 2.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 9 | 5.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 14 | 7.8% |
| Total | 180 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Elbow Lake
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elbow Lake
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elbow Lake are males with 2 vehicles (97, accounting for 39.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (87, making up 48.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 6 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 45 (18.3%) | 56 (28.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 97 (39.4%) | 87 (43.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 70 (28.5%) | 48 (24.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 26 (10.6%) | 8 (4.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 2 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 246 (100.0%) | 199 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Elbow Lake
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elbow Lake are less than 5 minutes (89 commuters, 20.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (77 commuters, 17.7%), and 25 to 29 minutes (50 commuters, 11.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 89 | 20.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 77 | 17.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 30 | 6.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 16 | 3.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 30 | 6.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 50 | 11.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 49 | 11.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 38 | 8.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 11 | 2.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 30 | 6.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 10 | 2.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 6 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Elbow Lake
The most common commute times in Elbow Lake are less than 5 minutes (42 commuters, 17.4%) for males and less than 5 minutes (47 commuters, 24.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 42 (17.4%) | 47 (24.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 38 (15.8%) | 39 (20.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 18 (7.5%) | 12 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 6 (2.5%) | 10 (5.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 21 (8.7%) | 9 (4.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 29 (12.0%) | 21 (10.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 28 (11.6%) | 21 (10.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 19 (7.9%) | 19 (9.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 3 (1.2%) | 8 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 27 (11.2%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 4 (1.7%) | 6 (3.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 6 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elbow Lake
The most frequent times of departure to work in Elbow Lake are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (39, 16.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (60, 30.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 10 (4.2%) | 9 (4.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 18 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 10 (4.2%) | 14 (7.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 19 (7.9%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 39 (16.2%) | 15 (7.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 36 (14.9%) | 39 (20.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 34 (14.1%) | 60 (30.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 23 (9.5%) | 5 (2.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 17 (7.0%) | 11 (5.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 13 (5.4%) | 4 (2.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 3 (1.2%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 19 (7.9%) | 27 (13.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| Total | 241 (100.0%) | 195 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Elbow Lake
Occupancy by Ownership in Elbow Lake
Of the total 468 dwellings in Elbow Lake, owner-occupied units account for 315 (67.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 153 (32.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 315 | 67.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 153 | 32.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 468 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Elbow Lake
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 153 | 32.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 154 | 32.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 66 | 14.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 95 | 20.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 468 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elbow Lake
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 81 (52.9%) | 72 (47.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 121 (78.6%) | 33 (21.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 36 (54.5%) | 30 (45.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 77 (81.0%) | 18 (19.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 315 (67.3%) | 153 (32.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elbow Lake
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 18 (81.8%) | 4 (18.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 71 (56.8%) | 54 (43.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 152 (66.1%) | 78 (33.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 74 (81.3%) | 17 (18.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elbow Lake
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 107 | 22.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 82 | 17.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 37 | 7.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 109 | 23.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 59 | 12.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 39 | 8.3% |
| 85 Years and Over | 35 | 7.5% |
| Total | 468 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Elbow Lake
Median Income by Occupancy in Elbow Lake
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 315 (67.3%) | $71,328 |
| Renter-Occupied | 153 (32.7%) | $29,018 |
| Average | 468 (100.0%) | $49,265 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elbow Lake
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 5 (1.6%) | 8 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 4 (1.3%) | 3 (2.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 10 (3.2%) | 20 (13.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 5 (1.6%) | 15 (9.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 19 (6.0%) | 22 (14.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 25 (7.9%) | 21 (13.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 65 (20.6%) | 17 (11.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 45 (14.3%) | 24 (15.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 47 (14.9%) | 15 (9.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 58 (18.4%) | 8 (5.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 32 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 315 (100.0%) | 153 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elbow Lake
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 5 (1.6%) | 8 (5.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 34 (10.8%) | 7 (4.6%) |
| $500 to $799 | 74 (23.5%) | 66 (43.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 58 (18.4%) | 25 (16.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 113 (35.9%) | 41 (26.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 23 (7.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 8 (2.5%) | 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 | 315 (100.0%) | 153 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Elbow Lake
Housing Structures in Elbow Lake
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 359 | 76.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 8 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 10 | 2.1% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 17 | 3.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 71 | 15.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3 | 0.6% |
| Total | 468 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elbow Lake
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 315 (87.7%) | 44 (12.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 315 (67.3%) | 153 (32.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elbow Lake
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 21 (6.7%) | 25 (16.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 79 (25.1%) | 96 (62.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 126 (40.0%) | 32 (20.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 89 (28.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 315 (100.0%) | 153 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elbow Lake
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (8.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 158 (50.2%) | 27 (17.6%) |
| Electricity | 82 (26.0%) | 84 (54.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 67 (21.3%) | 24 (15.7%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 8 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (3.3%) |
| Total | 315 (100.0%) | 153 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Elbow Lake
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (17.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 83 (26.4%) | 68 (44.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 124 (39.4%) | 46 (30.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 108 (34.3%) | 12 (7.8%) |
| Total | 315 (100.0%) | 153 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Elbow Lake
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elbow Lake
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 109 | 206 |
| Median Property Value | $117,500 | $115,200 |
| Median Household Income | $71,625 | $12 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $588 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,768 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elbow Lake
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 16 (14.7%) | 21 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 21 (19.3%) | 62 (30.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 60 (55.0%) | 123 (59.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 9 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 3 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 109 (100.0%) | 206 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elbow Lake
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 5 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 13 (11.9%) | 4 (1.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12 (11.0%) | 21 (10.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11 (10.1%) | 13 (6.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17 (15.6%) | 54 (26.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 19 (17.4%) | 28 (13.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12 (11.0%) | 28 (13.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 20 (18.3%) | 46 (22.3%) |
| Total | 109 (100.0%) | 206 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elbow Lake
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 66 (60.6%) | 70,833 (34,384.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 12 (11.0%) | 126 (61.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 3 (2.8%) | 38 (18.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 28 (25.7%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| Total | 109 (100.0%) | 206 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elbow Lake
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 8 (7.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 39 (35.8%) | 6 (2.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 62 (56.9%) | 103 (50.0%) |
| Total | 109 (100.0%) | 206 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Elbow Lake
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elbow Lake
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 112 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 182 (90.1%) | 20 (9.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 135 (80.8%) | 32 (19.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 115 (86.5%) | 18 (13.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 54 (79.4%) | 14 (20.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 174 (96.7%) | 6 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 118 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 99 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,035 (92.0%) | 90 (8.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elbow Lake
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 112 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 182 (90.1%) | 20 (9.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elbow Lake
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 181 (93.3%) | 13 (6.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 259 (94.5%) | 15 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 113 (80.1%) | 28 (19.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 181 (87.9%) | 25 (12.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 282 (96.9%) | 9 (3.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elbow Lake
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 82 (73.2%) | 37 (33.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 121 (59.9%) | 92 (45.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 31 (67.4%) | 24 (52.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 89 (53.3%) | 79 (47.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 61 (45.9%) | 68 (51.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 11 (16.2%) | 47 (69.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 79 (43.9%) | 132 (73.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 113 (95.8%) | 63 (53.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 99 (100.0%) | 70 (70.7%) |
| Total | 686 (61.0%) | 612 (54.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elbow Lake
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (9.2%) | 8 (7.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (9.2%) | 29 (25.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 40 (22.6%) | 57 (27.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 26 (43.3%) | 11 (19.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (30.9%) | 10 (22.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elbow Lake
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 26 (14.7%) | 3 (1.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (15.0%) | 2 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 17 (30.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (18.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 12 (9.2%) | 8 (7.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (9.2%) | 25 (21.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (7.3%) | 39 (19.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (23.3%) | 5 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (4.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (13.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (7.3%) | 40 (19.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (21.7%) | 5 (8.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (10.9%) | 2 (4.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 5 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (9.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5 (2.8%) | 21 (10.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (16.7%) | 7 (12.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Elbow Lake
Computing Device Access in Elbow Lake
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 352 | 75.2% |
| Smartphone | 407 | 87.0% |
| Tablet | 248 | 53.0% |
| No Computing Device | 30 | 6.4% |
| Total | 468 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Elbow Lake
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 385 | 82.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 10 | 2.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 19 | 4.1% |
| No Internet | 65 | 13.9% |
| Total | 468 | 100.0% |
Elbow Lake Summary
Elbow Lake is a small city located in Grant County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,093 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Grant County.
History
Elbow Lake was founded in 1881 by the Northern Pacific Railroad. The city was named after the nearby lake, which was named for its shape. The first settlers in the area were mostly of German and Scandinavian descent.
In 1882 the first post office was established in Elbow Lake The city was incorporated in 1887
Geography
Elbow Lake is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 59 and Minnesota State Highway 55. It is situated on the western edge of Grant County, approximately 20 miles south of Fergus Falls.
The city is located on the western shore of Elbow Lake, a small lake that is part of the Otter Tail River watershed. The lake is approximately 1.5 miles long and 0.5 miles wide.
The city is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The terrain is mostly flat, with some small hills and valleys.
Economy
The economy of Elbow Lake is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several large farms, as well as several small businesses.
The city is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a plastics factory, and a metal fabrication plant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,093 people, 441 households, and 287 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,093 people per square mile (421.3/km2). There were 471 housing units at an average density of 471 per square mile (181.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 441 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 22.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Elbow Lake?
Total Population of Elbow Lake is 1,125.
What is the Total Male Population of Elbow Lake?
Total Male Population of Elbow Lake is 578.
What is the Total Female Population of Elbow Lake?
Total Female Population of Elbow Lake is 547.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elbow Lake?
There are 105.67 Males per 100 Females in Elbow Lake.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elbow Lake?
There are 94.64 Females per 100 Males in Elbow Lake.
What is the Median Population Age in Elbow Lake?
Median Population Age in Elbow Lake is 37.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elbow Lake
Average Family Size in Elbow Lake is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elbow Lake
Average Household Size in Elbow Lake is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elbow Lake?
Per Capita income in Elbow Lake is $30,859.
What is the Median Family Income in Elbow Lake?
Median Family Income in Elbow Lake is $64,583.
What is the Median Household income in Elbow Lake?
Median Household Income in Elbow Lake is $49,265.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elbow Lake?
Income or Wage Gap in Elbow Lake is 33.9%.
Women in Elbow Lake earn 66.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elbow Lake?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elbow Lake is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elbow Lake?
There are 504 People in the Labor Forcein in Elbow Lake.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elbow Lake?
59.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Elbow Lake.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elbow Lake?
Unemployment Rate in Elbow Lake is 6.5%.