Elgin, MN

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Elgin Overview

1,117
TOTAL POPULATION
557
MALE POPULATION
560
FEMALE POPULATION
99.46
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,136
PER CAPITA INCOME
$105,278
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$75,417
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
89.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,500
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
725
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
83.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Elgin Zip Codes

Elgin Area Codes

Race in Elgin

The most populous races in Elgin are White / Caucasian (1,035 | 92.7%), Two or more Races (72 | 6.5%), and Hispanic or Latino (54 | 4.8%).
Race in Elgin
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino544.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,03592.7%
Two or more Races726.5%
Some other Race100.9%
Total1,117100.0%

Ancestry in Elgin

The most populous ancestries reported in Elgin are German (513 | 45.9%), Irish (171 | 15.3%), Norwegian (170 | 15.2%), English (83 | 7.4%), and Mexican (54 | 4.8%), together accounting for 88.7% of all Elgin residents.
Ancestry in Elgin
Ancestry# Population% Population
American312.8%
Arab90.8%
Austrian50.4%
Bhutanese70.6%
Canadian40.4%
Danish161.4%
Dutch161.4%
English837.4%
European20.2%
Finnish211.9%
French121.1%
French Canadian20.2%
German51345.9%
Irish17115.3%
Italian70.6%
Lebanese90.8%
Mexican544.8%
Norwegian17015.2%
Pennsylvania German40.4%
Polish222.0%
Russian111.0%
Scandinavian151.3%
Scotch-Irish302.7%
Scottish121.1%
Swedish272.4%
Swiss40.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian70.6%
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Immigrants in Elgin

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elgin came from , and Canada (4 | 0.4%), together accounting for 0.4% of all Elgin residents.
Immigrants in Elgin
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada40.4%
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Sex and Age in Elgin

Sex and Age in Elgin

The most populous age groups in Elgin are 20 to 24 Years (64 | 11.5%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (57 | 10.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Elgin
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (8.1%)23 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years32 (5.8%)57 (10.2%)
10 to 14 Years33 (5.9%)42 (7.5%)
15 to 19 Years52 (9.3%)29 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Years64 (11.5%)49 (8.7%)
25 to 29 Years40 (7.2%)46 (8.2%)
30 to 34 Years39 (7.0%)36 (6.4%)
35 to 39 Years54 (9.7%)33 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years38 (6.8%)48 (8.6%)
45 to 49 Years26 (4.7%)41 (7.3%)
50 to 54 Years36 (6.5%)52 (9.3%)
55 to 59 Years33 (5.9%)26 (4.6%)
60 to 64 Years17 (3.0%)21 (3.7%)
65 to 69 Years4 (0.7%)17 (3.0%)
70 to 74 Years22 (4.0%)10 (1.8%)
75 to 79 Years3 (0.5%)5 (0.9%)
80 to 84 Years10 (1.8%)6 (1.1%)
85 Years and over9 (1.6%)19 (3.4%)
Total557 (100.0%)560 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Elgin

Median Family Size in Elgin

The median family size in Elgin is 3.03 persons per family, with married-couple families (237 | 78.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.26 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (19 | 6.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.95 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Elgin
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple237 (78.5%)3.26
Single Male/Father19 (6.3%)1.95
Single Female/Mother46 (15.2%)2.28
Total Families302 (100.0%)3.03

Median Household Size in Elgin

The median household size in Elgin is 2.45 persons per household, with married-couple households (237 | 52.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.29 persons per household. non-family households (153 | 33.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Elgin
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple237 (52.1%)3.29
Single Male/Father19 (4.2%)2.58
Single Female/Mother46 (10.1%)2.48
Non-family153 (33.6%)1.14
Total Households455 (100.0%)2.45

Household Size by Marriage Status in Elgin

Out of a total of 455 households in Elgin, 302 (66.4%) are family households, while 153 (33.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 109, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 121.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elgin
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-121 (26.6%)
2-Person Households109 (24.0%)32 (7.0%)
3-Person Households70 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households62 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households56 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households5 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (66.4%)153 (33.6%)

Female Fertility in Elgin

Fertility by Age in Elgin

Average fertility rate in Elgin is 62.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 115.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 83.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Elgin
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years15 (83.3%)115.0
35 to 50 years3 (16.7%)23.0
Total18 (100.0%)62.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elgin

77.8% of women with births (18) in Elgin are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 26.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elgin
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
35 to 50 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (77.8%)4 (22.2%)

Fertility by Education in Elgin

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Elgin
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School4 (22.2%)167.0
High School Diploma4 (22.2%)82.0
College or Associate's Degree3 (16.7%)26.0
Bachelor's Degree7 (38.9%)74.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total18 (100.0%)62.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elgin

22.2% of women with births in Elgin are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elgin
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (77.8%)4 (22.2%)

Income in Elgin

Income Overview in Elgin

Per Capita Income in Elgin is $37,136, while median incomes of families and households are $105,278 and $75,417 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,117$37,136
Median Family Income302$105,278
Mean Family Income302$110,354
Median Household Income455$75,417
Mean Household Income455$92,663
Income Deficit302$11,500
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,11710.60%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,11789.40¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,1170.35

Earnings by Sex in Elgin

Average Earnings in Elgin are $45,568, $48,301 for men and $43,182 for women, a difference of 10.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Elgin
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male381 (51.3%)$48,301
Female362 (48.7%)$43,182
Total743 (100.0%)$45,568

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elgin

The most common earnings brackets in Elgin are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (52 | 13.7%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (52 | 14.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elgin
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less7 (1.8%)23 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,99919 (5.0%)11 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49912 (3.2%)6 (1.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9994 (1.1%)4 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49920 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (0.8%)4 (1.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4993 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (1.6%)15 (4.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)14 (3.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99931 (8.1%)3 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9998 (2.1%)3 (0.8%)
$30,000 to $34,9996 (1.6%)47 (13.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9994 (1.1%)37 (10.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99952 (13.7%)22 (6.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99942 (11.0%)52 (14.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99911 (2.9%)9 (2.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99942 (11.0%)22 (6.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99924 (6.3%)28 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99945 (11.8%)34 (9.4%)
$100,000+42 (11.0%)28 (7.7%)
Total381 (100.0%)362 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elgin

Average earnings in Elgin are $56,250 for men and $47,042 for women, a difference of 16.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $69,167, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $48,438. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,964, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $39,000.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elgin
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$48,438$39,000
College or Associate's Degree$69,167$41,364
Bachelor's Degree$57,500$71,964
Graduate Degree--
Total$56,250$47,042

Family Income in Elgin

Family Income Brackets in Elgin

According to the Elgin family income data, there are 85 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Elgin
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00093.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999124.0%
$35,000 to $49,999134.3%
$50,000 to $74,9997324.2%
$75,000 to $99,999299.6%
$100,000 to $149,9998528.1%
$150,000 to $199,9996320.9%
$200,000+186.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elgin

4-person families (65 | 21.5%) account for the highest median family income in Elgin with $154,821 per family, while 4-person families (65 | 21.5%) have the highest median income of $38,705 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elgin
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families126 (41.7%)$0
3-Person Families58 (19.2%)$115,625
4-Person Families65 (21.5%)$154,821
5-Person Families48 (15.9%)$108,333
6-Person Families5 (1.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total302 (100.0%)$105,278

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elgin

The median family income in Elgin is $105,278, with families comprising 3+ earners (60) having the highest median family income of $161,250, while families with no earners (17) have the lowest median family income of $2,499, accounting for 19.9% and 5.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elgin
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners17 (5.6%)$2,499
1 Earner66 (21.8%)$60,000
2 Earners159 (52.6%)$114,375
3+ Earners60 (19.9%)$161,250
Total302 (100.0%)$105,278

Household Income in Elgin

Household Income Brackets in Elgin

With 111 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Elgin, accounting for 24.4% of all households. In contrast, only 3 households (0.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Elgin
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000173.7%
$10,000 to $14,99930.7%
$15,000 to $24,999204.4%
$25,000 to $34,999419.0%
$35,000 to $49,999357.7%
$50,000 to $74,99911124.4%
$75,000 to $99,999398.6%
$100,000 to $149,99910823.7%
$150,000 to $199,9996313.8%
$200,000+184.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Elgin

The median household income in Elgin is $75,417, with the highest median household income of $105,556 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 162 households (35.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $30,809, with 47 households (10.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Elgin
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years47 (10.3%)$30,809
25 to 44 Years189 (41.5%)$97,083
45 to 64 Years162 (35.6%)$105,556
65+ Years57 (12.5%)$53,194
Total455 (100.0%)$75,417

Poverty in Elgin

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elgin

With 8.2% poverty level for males and 5.7% for females among the residents of Elgin, 75 year old and over males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (54.5%) and 13 females (43.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elgin
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (25.6%)7 (30.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years8 (10.1%)4 (4.9%)
35 to 44 Years7 (7.6%)3 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.4%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (54.5%)13 (43.3%)
Total45 (8.2%)32 (5.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elgin

According to the poverty statistics in Elgin, males aged 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 Elgin
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years29 (74.4%)16 (69.6%)
5 Years11 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years24 (75.0%)58 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years22 (100.0%)23 (100.0%)
15 Years9 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years74 (100.0%)63 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years71 (89.9%)78 (95.1%)
35 to 44 Years85 (92.4%)78 (96.3%)
45 to 54 Years62 (100.0%)88 (94.6%)
55 to 64 Years50 (100.0%)47 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years26 (100.0%)27 (100.0%)
75 Years and over10 (45.5%)17 (56.7%)
Total506 (91.8%)526 (94.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elgin

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elgin show that 7.2% or 17 of the total 237 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 16.0%, 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 Elgin
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children99 (91.7%)9 (8.3%)
1 or 2 Children79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children42 (84.0%)8 (16.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total220 (92.8%)17 (7.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elgin

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elgin
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elgin
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children8 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Elgin

Employment by Class of Employer in Elgin

Among the 694 employed individuals in Elgin, private company employees (424 | 61.1%), not-for-profit organizations (146 | 21.0%), and local government employees (64 | 9.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Elgin
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees42461.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)71.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)71.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations14621.0%
Local Government Employees649.2%
State Government Employees50.7%
Federal Government Employees415.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total694100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Elgin

According to the labor force statistics for Elgin, out of the total population over 16 years of age (869), 83.4% or 725 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 31 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 86 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.1% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Elgin
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years53 (81.5%)4 (7.5%)
20 to 24 Years100 (88.5%)9 (9.0%)
25 to 29 Years86 (100.0%)5 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years68 (90.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years163 (94.2%)8 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years150 (96.8%)2 (1.3%)
55 to 59 Years52 (88.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years33 (86.8%)3 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years15 (28.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total725 (83.4%)31 (4.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elgin

According to labor force statistics for Elgin, 94.2% of individuals (552) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (586) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 18 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 98.3% or 175 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 25.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elgin
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School8 (66.7%)3 (25.0%)
High School Diploma149 (92.5%)4 (2.7%)
College / Associate Degree220 (93.6%)8 (3.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher175 (98.3%)4 (2.3%)
Total552 (94.2%)19 (3.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Elgin

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elgin are Health Diagnosing & Treating (98 | 14.1%), Management (57 | 8.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (44 | 6.3%), Health Technologists (39 | 5.6%), and Community & Social Service (28 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Elgin

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elgin, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (85.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (68.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Technologists (94.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (89.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Elgin
OccupationMaleFemale
Management29 (50.9%)28 (49.1%)
Business & Financial17 (68.0%)8 (32.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science30 (68.2%)14 (31.8%)
Computers & Mathematics8 (42.1%)11 (57.9%)
Architecture & Engineering18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 5 (17.9%)23 (82.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (21.7%)18 (78.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (10.2%)88 (89.8%)
Health Technologists2 (5.1%)37 (94.9%)
Total (Category)91 (36.1%)161 (63.9%)
Total (Overall)357 (51.4%)337 (48.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Elgin are Food Preparation & Serving (39 | 5.6%), Security & Protection (26 | 3.7%), Healthcare Support (24 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (24 | 3.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (22 | 3.2%).
Services Occupations in Elgin

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Elgin, 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%), Food Preparation & Serving (69.2%), and Personal Care & Service (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Elgin
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Security & Protection26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving12 (30.8%)27 (69.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (72.2%)5 (27.8%)
Personal Care & Service12 (50.0%)12 (50.0%)
Total (Category)63 (48.1%)68 (51.9%)
Total (Overall)357 (51.4%)337 (48.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elgin are Office & Administration (79 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (72 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Elgin

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Elgin
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related56 (77.8%)16 (22.2%)
Office & Administration14 (17.7%)65 (82.3%)
Total (Category)70 (46.4%)81 (53.6%)
Total (Overall)357 (51.4%)337 (48.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elgin are Construction & Extraction (54 | 7.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (20 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (10 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Elgin

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Elgin
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Construction & Extraction54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)80 (95.2%)4 (4.8%)
Total (Overall)357 (51.4%)337 (48.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elgin are Production (30 | 4.3%), Material Moving (28 | 4.0%), and Transportation (18 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Elgin

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Elgin
OccupationMaleFemale
Production23 (76.7%)7 (23.3%)
Transportation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving12 (42.9%)16 (57.1%)
Total (Category)53 (69.7%)23 (30.3%)
Total (Overall)357 (51.4%)337 (48.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Elgin

Employment Industries in Elgin

The major employment industries in Elgin include Health Care & Social Assistance (208 | 30.0%), Retail Trade (114 | 16.4%), Manufacturing (76 | 11.0%), Construction (40 | 5.8%), and Public Administration (37 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries in Elgin

Employment Industries by Sex in Elgin

The Elgin industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (87.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (84.6%), and Educational Services (73.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elgin
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction34 (85.0%)6 (15.0%)
Manufacturing58 (76.3%)18 (23.7%)
Wholesale Trade7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade80 (70.2%)34 (29.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Finance & Insurance6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3 (30.0%)7 (70.0%)
Professional & Scientific6 (31.6%)13 (68.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
Educational Services8 (26.7%)22 (73.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance32 (15.4%)176 (84.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services4 (12.9%)27 (87.1%)
Public Administration17 (46.0%)20 (54.0%)
Total357 (51.4%)337 (48.6%)

Education in Elgin

School Enrollment in Elgin

The most common levels of schooling among the 297 students in Elgin are elementary school (67 | 22.6%), middle school (65 | 21.9%), and high school (61 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Elgin
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3210.8%
Kindergarten82.7%
Elementary School6722.6%
Middle School6521.9%
High School6120.5%
College / Undergraduate4314.5%
Graduate / Professional217.1%
Total297100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elgin

Out of a total of 297 students who are enrolled in schools in Elgin, 50 (16.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 247 (83.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 15 (57.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elgin
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old66 (74.2%)23 (25.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds6 (66.7%)3 (33.3%)
35 Years and over11 (42.3%)15 (57.7%)
Total247 (83.2%)50 (16.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elgin

Business (59 | 27.7%), science & technology (54 | 25.4%), education (25 | 11.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (20 | 9.4%), and engineering (12 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 213 individuals in Elgin who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elgin
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics31.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural209.4%
Physical & Health Sciences41.9%
Psychology73.3%
Social Sciences52.4%
Engineering125.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology5425.4%
Business5927.7%
Education2511.7%
Literature & Languages41.9%
Liberal Arts & History41.9%
Visual & Performing Arts94.2%
Communications41.9%
Arts & Humanities31.4%
Total213100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Elgin

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elgin

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elgin are males with 2 vehicles (145, accounting for 40.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (137, making up 43.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elgin
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle32 (9.0%)53 (15.7%)
2 Vehicles145 (40.6%)137 (40.6%)
3 Vehicles135 (37.8%)113 (33.5%)
4 Vehicles23 (6.4%)17 (5.0%)
5 or more Vehicles22 (6.2%)17 (5.0%)
Total357 (100.0%)337 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Elgin

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elgin are 30 to 34 minutes (198 commuters, 30.1%), 25 to 29 minutes (128 commuters, 19.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (83 commuters, 12.6%).
Commute Time in Elgin
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes91.4%
5 to 9 Minutes7211.0%
10 to 14 Minutes8312.6%
15 to 19 Minutes192.9%
20 to 24 Minutes8012.2%
25 to 29 Minutes12819.5%
30 to 34 Minutes19830.1%
35 to 39 Minutes182.7%
40 to 44 Minutes40.6%
45 to 59 Minutes172.6%
60 to 89 Minutes223.4%
90 or more Minutes71.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Elgin

The most common commute times in Elgin are 30 to 34 minutes (118 commuters, 34.6%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (92 commuters, 29.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Elgin
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4 (1.2%)5 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes45 (13.2%)27 (8.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes56 (16.4%)27 (8.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes16 (4.7%)3 (0.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes51 (15.0%)29 (9.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes36 (10.6%)92 (29.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes118 (34.6%)80 (25.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes3 (0.9%)15 (4.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes4 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes6 (1.8%)11 (3.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes2 (0.6%)20 (6.3%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)7 (2.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elgin

The most frequent times of departure to work in Elgin are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (69, 20.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (61, 19.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elgin
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM23 (6.7%)8 (2.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9 (2.6%)14 (4.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (1.5%)35 (11.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM38 (11.1%)56 (17.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM46 (13.5%)31 (9.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM53 (15.5%)61 (19.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM60 (17.6%)26 (8.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM26 (7.6%)20 (6.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)25 (7.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)20 (6.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (0.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM69 (20.2%)11 (3.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM12 (3.5%)6 (1.9%)
Total341 (100.0%)316 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Elgin

Occupancy by Ownership in Elgin

Of the total 455 dwellings in Elgin, owner-occupied units account for 346 (76.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 109 (24.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Elgin
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units34676.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10924.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units455100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Elgin

Occupancy by Household Size in Elgin
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12126.6%
2-Person Household14131.0%
3-Person Household7015.4%
4+ Person Household12327.0%
Total Housing Units455100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elgin

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elgin
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household61 (50.4%)60 (49.6%)
2-Person Household108 (76.6%)33 (23.4%)
3-Person Household63 (90.0%)7 (10.0%)
4+ Person Household114 (92.7%)9 (7.3%)
Total Housing Units346 (76.0%)109 (24.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elgin

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elgin
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma85 (75.2%)28 (24.8%)
College/Associate Degree145 (67.8%)69 (32.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher110 (90.2%)12 (9.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elgin

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elgin
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years14131.0%
35 to 44 Years9520.9%
45 to 54 Years10523.1%
55 to 64 Years5712.5%
65 to 74 Years275.9%
75 to 84 Years122.6%
85 Years and Over184.0%
Total455100.0%

Housing Finances in Elgin

Median Income by Occupancy in Elgin

Median Income by Occupancy in Elgin
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied346 (76.0%)$104,286
Renter-Occupied109 (24.0%)$47,188
Average455 (100.0%)$75,417

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elgin

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elgin
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (2.6%)5 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9993 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)17 (15.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99923 (6.7%)18 (16.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99919 (5.5%)16 (14.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99981 (23.4%)30 (27.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (5.5%)20 (18.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999105 (30.3%)3 (2.8%)
$150,000 or more81 (23.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total346 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elgin

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elgin
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30012 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49924 (6.9%)4 (3.7%)
$500 to $79967 (19.4%)69 (63.3%)
$800 to $99943 (12.4%)5 (4.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49985 (24.6%)27 (24.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99972 (20.8%)1 (0.9%)
$2,000 to $2,49918 (5.2%)3 (2.8%)
$2,500 to $2,99922 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total346 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Elgin

Housing Structures in Elgin

Housing Structures in Elgin
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached32872.1%
Single Unit, Attached194.2%
2 Unit Apartments245.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments224.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments255.5%
10 or more Apartments204.4%
Mobile Home / Other173.7%
Total455100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elgin

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elgin
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached310 (94.5%)18 (5.5%)
Single Unit, Attached19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments17 (70.8%)7 (29.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total346 (76.0%)109 (24.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elgin

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elgin
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)2 (1.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (2.0%)18 (16.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms66 (19.1%)72 (66.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms134 (38.7%)10 (9.2%)
8 or more Rooms139 (40.2%)7 (6.4%)
Total346 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elgin

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elgin
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas299 (86.4%)67 (61.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas21 (6.1%)7 (6.4%)
Electricity23 (6.7%)35 (32.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total346 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Elgin

Household Vehicle Usage in Elgin
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3 (0.9%)5 (4.6%)
1 Vehicle43 (12.4%)58 (53.2%)
2 Vehicles177 (51.2%)18 (16.5%)
3 or more Vehicles123 (35.5%)28 (25.7%)
Total346 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Elgin

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elgin

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units106240
Median Property Value$189,600$191,700
Median Household Income$67,292$59
Monthly Housing Costs$577$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,692$16

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elgin

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elgin
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0006 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)3 (1.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99993 (87.7%)202 (84.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9997 (6.6%)31 (12.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (100.0%)240 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elgin

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elgin
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (11.3%)3 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $24,9993 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9993 (2.8%)3 (1.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9996 (5.7%)20 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (28.3%)13 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (8.5%)51 (21.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99921 (19.8%)10 (4.2%)
$150,000 or more22 (20.7%)84 (35.0%)
Total106 (100.0%)240 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elgin

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elgin
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x49 (46.2%)106,667 (44,444.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (14.1%)130 (54.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (7.5%)54 (22.5%)
4.0x or more25 (23.6%)30 (12.5%)
Total106 (100.0%)240 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elgin

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elgin
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8003 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4993 (2.8%)3 (1.3%)
$800 to $1,49988 (83.0%)31 (12.9%)
Total106 (100.0%)240 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Elgin

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elgin

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elgin
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years211 (99.5%)1 (0.5%)
19 to 25 Years136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years141 (97.9%)3 (2.1%)
35 to 44 Years161 (93.1%)12 (6.9%)
45 to 54 Years145 (93.5%)10 (6.5%)
55 to 64 Years91 (93.8%)6 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,085 (97.1%)32 (2.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elgin

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elgin
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen211 (99.5%)1 (0.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen136 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elgin

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elgin
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00050 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999245 (95.7%)11 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99997 (86.6%)15 (13.4%)
$100,000 and over579 (99.0%)6 (1.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elgin

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elgin
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625 (26.3%)70 (73.7%)
6 to 18 Years72 (34.0%)177 (83.5%)
19 to 25 Years21 (15.4%)115 (84.6%)
25 to 34 Years50 (34.7%)117 (81.2%)
35 to 44 Years30 (17.3%)135 (78.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (7.7%)135 (87.1%)
55 to 64 Years13 (13.4%)84 (86.6%)
65 to 74 Years53 (100.0%)33 (62.3%)
75 Years and over52 (100.0%)16 (30.8%)
Total328 (29.4%)882 (79.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elgin

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elgin
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.3%)
18 to 34 Years7 (4.6%)6 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years9 (4.4%)20 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (68.2%)13 (43.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elgin

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Elgin: <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 Years6 (2.9%)6 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years4 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (13.6%)3 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Elgin: <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%)5 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years4 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (13.6%)3 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Elgin: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.3%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.3%)6 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years3 (1.5%)11 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (13.6%)3 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Elgin: <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 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (40.9%)13 (43.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Elgin: <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 Years3 (1.5%)2 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (10.0%)

Technology Access in Elgin

Computing Device Access in Elgin

Computing Device Access in Elgin
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop37983.3%
Smartphone42092.3%
Tablet35076.9%
No Computing Device214.6%
Total455100.0%

Internet Access in Elgin

Internet Access in Elgin
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home37181.5%
Cellular Data Only245.3%
Satellite Internet132.9%
No Internet408.8%
Total455100.0%

Elgin Summary

Elgin, Minnesota is a small city located in the southeastern corner of the state, in Olmsted County. It is situated on the banks of the Zumbro River, and is part of the Rochester Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people, and is known for its small-town charm and friendly atmosphere.

History

Elgin was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from New York. The city was named after the nearby Elgin Township, which was named after the Scottish city of Elgin. The settlers were attracted to the area by the abundance of timber and the potential for farming. The first settlers built a sawmill and a gristmill, and the city quickly grew. By the late 1800s, Elgin had become a thriving community, with a variety of businesses, churches, and schools.
In the early 1900s, Elgin experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The city was home to several factories, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a furniture factory. The city also had a thriving agricultural industry, with many farmers growing corn, wheat, and other crops.
In the 1950s, Elgin began to experience a decline in population and economic activity. The factories and businesses began to close, and the population began to decline. In the late 1970s, the city began to experience a resurgence, as new businesses and industries moved into the area. Today, Elgin is a vibrant and growing community, with a variety of businesses, restaurants, and shops.

Geography

Elgin is located in the southeastern corner of Minnesota, in Olmsted County. The city is situated on the banks of the Zumbro River, and is part of the Rochester Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a total area of 1.7 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a region of rolling hills and valleys, with the Zumbro River running through the center of town. The city is surrounded by farmland, and is home to several parks and recreational areas.

Economy

Elgin has a diverse economy, with a variety of businesses and industries. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a printing company, and a plastics manufacturer. The city also has a thriving agricultural industry, with many farmers growing corn, wheat, and other crops.
The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The city is home to a variety of shops and stores, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a variety of specialty shops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Elgin had a population of 2,500 people. The racial makeup of the city was 95.2% White, 0.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Elgin was $45,000, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the city was $20,000. About 8.5% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Elgin?
Total Population of Elgin is 1,117.
What is the Total Male Population of Elgin?
Total Male Population of Elgin is 557.
What is the Total Female Population of Elgin?
Total Female Population of Elgin is 560.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elgin?
There are 99.46 Males per 100 Females in Elgin.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elgin?
There are 100.54 Females per 100 Males in Elgin.
What is the Median Population Age in Elgin?
Median Population Age in Elgin is 33.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elgin
Average Family Size in Elgin is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elgin
Average Household Size in Elgin is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elgin?
Per Capita income in Elgin is $37,136.
What is the Median Family Income in Elgin?
Median Family Income in Elgin is $105,278.
What is the Median Household income in Elgin?
Median Household Income in Elgin is $75,417.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elgin?
Income or Wage Gap in Elgin is 10.6%.
Women in Elgin earn 89.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Elgin?
Family Income Deficit in Elgin is $11,500.
Families that are below poverty line in Elgin earn $11,500 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elgin?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elgin is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elgin?
There are 725 People in the Labor Forcein in Elgin.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elgin?
83.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Elgin.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elgin?
Unemployment Rate in Elgin is 4.3%.