Elkton, VA

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Elkton Overview

2,948
TOTAL POPULATION
1,440
MALE POPULATION
1,508
FEMALE POPULATION
95.49
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,796
PER CAPITA INCOME
$108,929
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,482
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,653
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Elkton Zip Codes

Elkton Area Codes

Race in Elkton

The most populous races in Elkton are White / Caucasian (2,849 | 96.6%), Two or more Races (73 | 2.5%), and Black / African American (26 | 0.9%).
Race in Elkton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American260.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino130.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,84996.6%
Two or more Races732.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,948100.0%

Ancestry in Elkton

The most populous ancestries reported in Elkton are English (542 | 18.4%), German (512 | 17.4%), American (311 | 10.5%), European (296 | 10.0%), and Irish (145 | 4.9%), together accounting for 61.3% of all Elkton residents.
Ancestry in Elkton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American31110.5%
Arab120.4%
Armenian40.1%
British752.5%
British West Indian70.2%
Cherokee280.9%
Colombian30.1%
Czech120.4%
Danish40.1%
Dutch682.3%
Eastern European40.1%
English54218.4%
European29610.0%
French160.5%
French Canadian50.2%
German51217.4%
Hungarian50.2%
Iraqi120.4%
Irish1454.9%
Italian70.2%
Korean60.2%
Norwegian70.2%
Puerto Rican40.1%
Russian60.2%
Scotch-Irish481.6%
Scottish1274.3%
Slavic50.2%
South American30.1%
Spaniard60.2%
Swedish70.2%
Swiss541.8%
Ukrainian110.4%
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Immigrants in Elkton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elkton came from Asia (12 | 0.4%), Europe (12 | 0.4%), Iraq (12 | 0.4%), Western Asia (12 | 0.4%), and Latin America (10 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.0% of all Elkton residents.
Immigrants in Elkton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia120.4%
Caribbean70.2%
Colombia30.1%
Eastern Europe60.2%
Europe120.4%
Germany60.2%
Grenada70.2%
Iraq120.4%
Latin America100.3%
Russia60.2%
South America30.1%
Western Asia120.4%
Western Europe60.2%
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Sex and Age in Elkton

Sex and Age in Elkton

The most populous age groups in Elkton are 15 to 19 Years (144 | 10.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (194 | 12.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Elkton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years42 (2.9%)54 (3.6%)
5 to 9 Years63 (4.4%)91 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years113 (7.9%)87 (5.8%)
15 to 19 Years144 (10.0%)166 (11.0%)
20 to 24 Years63 (4.4%)50 (3.3%)
25 to 29 Years42 (2.9%)98 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Years126 (8.7%)48 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years64 (4.4%)146 (9.7%)
40 to 44 Years140 (9.7%)33 (2.2%)
45 to 49 Years68 (4.7%)112 (7.4%)
50 to 54 Years89 (6.2%)104 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years121 (8.4%)194 (12.9%)
60 to 64 Years84 (5.8%)80 (5.3%)
65 to 69 Years76 (5.3%)41 (2.7%)
70 to 74 Years11 (0.8%)47 (3.1%)
75 to 79 Years124 (8.6%)78 (5.2%)
80 to 84 Years52 (3.6%)31 (2.1%)
85 Years and over18 (1.3%)48 (3.2%)
Total1,440 (100.0%)1,508 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Elkton

Median Family Size in Elkton

The median family size in Elkton is 3.15 persons per family, with single female/mother families (122 | 17.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (76 | 10.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Elkton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple510 (72.0%)3.08
Single Male/Father76 (10.7%)2.30
Single Female/Mother122 (17.2%)4.00
Total Families708 (100.0%)3.15

Median Household Size in Elkton

The median household size in Elkton is 2.36 persons per household, with single female/mother households (122 | 9.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.89 persons per household. non-family households (543 | 43.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Elkton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple510 (40.8%)3.08
Single Male/Father76 (6.1%)2.39
Single Female/Mother122 (9.8%)4.89
Non-family543 (43.4%)1.10
Total Households1,251 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Elkton

Out of a total of 1,251 households in Elkton, 708 (56.6%) are family households, while 543 (43.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 346, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 509.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elkton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-509 (40.7%)
2-Person Households346 (27.7%)34 (2.7%)
3-Person Households104 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households122 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households105 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households19 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households12 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total708 (56.6%)543 (43.4%)

Female Fertility in Elkton

Fertility by Age in Elkton

Average fertility rate in Elkton is 11.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 36.0 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 Elkton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years7 (100.0%)36.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)11.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elkton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elkton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Elkton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Elkton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)74.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)11.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elkton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elkton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Income in Elkton

Income Overview in Elkton

Per Capita Income in Elkton is $35,796, while median incomes of families and households are $108,929 and $54,482 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,948$35,796
Median Family Income708$108,929
Mean Family Income708$111,591
Median Household Income1,251$54,482
Mean Household Income1,251$82,561
Income Deficit708$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,94835.80%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,94864.20¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,9480.44

Earnings by Sex in Elkton

Average Earnings in Elkton are $40,573, $50,250 for men and $32,263 for women, a difference of 35.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Elkton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male834 (49.9%)$50,250
Female837 (50.1%)$32,263
Total1,671 (100.0%)$40,573

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elkton

The most common earnings brackets in Elkton are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (133 | 16.0%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (132 | 15.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elkton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less23 (2.8%)17 (2.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99911 (1.3%)17 (2.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4998 (1.0%)17 (2.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99993 (11.2%)6 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)25 (3.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99925 (3.0%)5 (0.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)13 (1.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (1.2%)36 (4.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (0.7%)132 (15.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (1.3%)17 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99926 (3.1%)81 (9.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99951 (6.1%)96 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99971 (8.5%)22 (2.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99949 (5.9%)49 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99930 (3.6%)64 (7.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99972 (8.6%)16 (1.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999117 (14.0%)87 (10.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99928 (3.4%)14 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999133 (16.0%)114 (13.6%)
$100,000+70 (8.4%)9 (1.1%)
Total834 (100.0%)837 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elkton

Average earnings in Elkton are $55,324 for men and $41,667 for women, a difference of 24.7%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $55,750, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $50,962. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,042, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $31,440.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elkton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$50,962$0
High School Diploma$55,750$33,167
College or Associate's Degree$52,649$46,495
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$55,324$41,667

Family Income in Elkton

Family Income Brackets in Elkton

According to the Elkton family income data, there are 300 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 42.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Elkton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99950.7%
$15,000 to $24,999304.2%
$25,000 to $34,999334.7%
$35,000 to $49,9998111.4%
$50,000 to $74,9997410.5%
$75,000 to $99,9997911.2%
$100,000 to $149,99930042.4%
$150,000 to $199,999304.2%
$200,000+7610.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elkton

4-person families (191 | 27.0%) account for the highest median family income in Elkton with $121,504 per family, while 2-person families (353 | 49.9%) have the highest median income of $44,152 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elkton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families353 (49.9%)$88,304
3-Person Families102 (14.4%)$106,944
4-Person Families191 (27.0%)$121,504
5-Person Families46 (6.5%)$102,875
6-Person Families4 (0.6%)$0
7+ Person Families12 (1.7%)$0
Total708 (100.0%)$108,929

Family Income by Number of Earners in Elkton

The median family income in Elkton is $108,929, with families comprising 3+ earners (166) having the highest median family income of $128,750, while families with no earners (91) have the lowest median family income of $46,359, accounting for 23.4% and 12.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elkton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners91 (12.9%)$46,359
1 Earner185 (26.1%)$63,750
2 Earners266 (37.6%)$108,036
3+ Earners166 (23.4%)$128,750
Total708 (100.0%)$108,929

Household Income in Elkton

Household Income Brackets in Elkton

With 256 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Elkton, accounting for 20.5% of all households. In contrast, only 30 households (2.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Elkton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000302.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991189.4%
$15,000 to $24,999816.5%
$25,000 to $34,99913410.7%
$35,000 to $49,99921617.3%
$50,000 to $74,99914911.9%
$75,000 to $99,999957.6%
$100,000 to $149,99925620.5%
$150,000 to $199,999897.1%
$200,000+836.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Elkton

The median household income in Elkton is $54,482, with the highest median household income of $88,929 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 296 households (23.7%) 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 11 households (0.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Elkton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years11 (0.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years296 (23.7%)$88,929
45 to 64 Years612 (48.9%)$66,875
65+ Years332 (26.5%)$45,625
Total1,251 (100.0%)$54,482

Poverty in Elkton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkton

With 5.8% poverty level for males and 4.8% for females among the residents of Elkton, 55 to 64 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 60 males (29.3%) and 32 females (36.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.9%)
12 to 14 Years4 (18.2%)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%)6 (3.5%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.4%)
35 to 44 Years5 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (3.8%)11 (5.1%)
55 to 64 Years60 (29.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (9.2%)32 (36.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)13 (8.3%)
Total83 (5.8%)72 (4.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkton

According to the poverty statistics in Elkton, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elkton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years42 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years137 (100.0%)124 (96.1%)
12 to 14 Years18 (81.8%)49 (100.0%)
15 Years27 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years89 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years91 (100.0%)167 (96.5%)
25 to 34 Years168 (100.0%)141 (96.6%)
35 to 44 Years199 (97.6%)179 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years151 (96.2%)205 (94.9%)
55 to 64 Years145 (70.7%)274 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years79 (90.8%)56 (63.6%)
75 Years and over194 (100.0%)144 (91.7%)
Total1,340 (94.2%)1,418 (95.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elkton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elkton show that 1.6% or 8 of the total 510 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.3%, 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 Elkton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children338 (97.7%)8 (2.3%)
1 or 2 Children112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total502 (98.4%)8 (1.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elkton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elkton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)5 (5.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)5 (4.1%)

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

The poverty data for Elkton shows that 8 of the married-couple family households (1.6%) and 5 of the single-parent households (2.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (2.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (4.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elkton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children8 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)5 (4.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (1.6%)5 (2.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Elkton

Employment by Class of Employer in Elkton

Among the 1,639 employed individuals in Elkton, private company employees (1,074 | 65.5%), local government employees (211 | 12.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (130 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Elkton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,07465.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1187.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)402.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations1307.9%
Local Government Employees21112.9%
State Government Employees593.6%
Federal Government Employees70.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,639100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Elkton

According to the labor force statistics for Elkton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,449), 67.5% or 1,653 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.9% or 15 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 113 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.4% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Elkton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years224 (85.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years120 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years167 (96.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years315 (82.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years321 (86.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years213 (67.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years121 (73.8%)15 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years55 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,653 (67.5%)15 (0.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elkton

According to labor force statistics for Elkton, 81.1% of individuals (1,256) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,549) are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 15 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 95.8% or 478 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.1% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elkton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School40 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma469 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree478 (95.8%)15 (3.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher270 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,256 (81.1%)19 (1.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Elkton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elkton are Community & Social Service (166 | 10.1%), Management (148 | 9.0%), Education Instruction & Library (140 | 8.5%), Business & Financial (127 | 7.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (87 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Elkton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elkton, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (89.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Elkton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management17 (11.5%)131 (88.5%)
Business & Financial77 (60.6%)50 (39.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science37 (84.1%)7 (15.9%)
Computers & Mathematics20 (74.1%)7 (25.9%)
Architecture & Engineering15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 20 (12.0%)146 (87.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library15 (10.7%)125 (89.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating18 (20.7%)69 (79.3%)
Health Technologists18 (24.3%)56 (75.7%)
Total (Category)169 (29.5%)403 (70.5%)
Total (Overall)819 (50.0%)820 (50.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Elkton are Food Preparation & Serving (81 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (52 | 3.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (47 | 2.9%), Healthcare Support (43 | 2.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (26 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations in Elkton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Elkton, 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 (60.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (53.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (14.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Elkton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support17 (39.5%)26 (60.5%)
Security & Protection52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving69 (85.2%)12 (14.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance22 (46.8%)25 (53.2%)
Personal Care & Service16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)176 (73.6%)63 (26.4%)
Total (Overall)819 (50.0%)820 (50.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elkton are Sales & Related (210 | 12.8%), and Office & Administration (172 | 10.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Elkton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Elkton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related71 (33.8%)139 (66.2%)
Office & Administration13 (7.6%)159 (92.4%)
Total (Category)84 (22.0%)298 (78.0%)
Total (Overall)819 (50.0%)820 (50.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elkton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (123 | 7.5%), Construction & Extraction (121 | 7.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (25 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Elkton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Elkton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair117 (95.1%)6 (4.9%)
Total (Category)263 (97.8%)6 (2.2%)
Total (Overall)819 (50.0%)820 (50.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elkton are Production (110 | 6.7%), Transportation (63 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (4 | 0.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Elkton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Elkton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production60 (54.5%)50 (45.5%)
Transportation63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)127 (71.8%)50 (28.2%)
Total (Overall)819 (50.0%)820 (50.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Elkton

Employment Industries in Elkton

The major employment industries in Elkton include Accommodation & Food Services (260 | 15.9%), Educational Services (242 | 14.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (231 | 14.1%), Manufacturing (172 | 10.5%), and Retail Trade (141 | 8.6%).
Employment Industries in Elkton

Employment Industries by Sex in Elkton

The Elkton industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (83.1%), Finance & Insurance (76.6%), and Professional & Scientific (73.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elkton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction129 (92.1%)11 (7.9%)
Manufacturing119 (69.2%)53 (30.8%)
Wholesale Trade4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade102 (72.3%)39 (27.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing82 (58.2%)59 (41.8%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance18 (23.4%)59 (76.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific11 (26.2%)31 (73.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support17 (47.2%)19 (52.8%)
Educational Services41 (16.9%)201 (83.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance71 (30.7%)160 (69.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services94 (36.1%)166 (63.8%)
Public Administration49 (83.1%)10 (17.0%)
Total819 (50.0%)820 (50.0%)

Education in Elkton

School Enrollment in Elkton

The most common levels of schooling among the 737 students in Elkton are high school (276 | 37.4%), middle school (200 | 27.1%), and elementary school (112 | 15.2%).
School Enrollment in Elkton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool111.5%
Kindergarten425.7%
Elementary School11215.2%
Middle School20027.1%
High School27637.4%
College / Undergraduate527.1%
Graduate / Professional446.0%
Total737100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elkton

Out of a total of 737 students who are enrolled in schools in Elkton, 40 (5.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 697 (94.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 19 (15.4% 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 11 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elkton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old150 (97.4%)4 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds183 (91.5%)17 (8.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds104 (84.6%)19 (15.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total697 (94.6%)40 (5.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elkton

Bio, nature & agricultural (87 | 20.0%), business (66 | 15.2%), science & technology (65 | 14.9%), education (62 | 14.2%), and physical & health sciences (38 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 435 individuals in Elkton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elkton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics61.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8720.0%
Physical & Health Sciences388.7%
Psychology378.5%
Social Sciences92.1%
Engineering92.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies81.8%
Science & Technology6514.9%
Business6615.2%
Education6214.2%
Literature & Languages112.5%
Liberal Arts & History71.6%
Visual & Performing Arts184.1%
Communications122.8%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total435100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Elkton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elkton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elkton are males with 2 vehicles (341, accounting for 41.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (422, making up 41.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elkton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle9 (1.1%)9 (1.1%)
1 Vehicle61 (7.4%)90 (11.0%)
2 Vehicles341 (41.6%)422 (51.5%)
3 Vehicles200 (24.4%)134 (16.3%)
4 Vehicles133 (16.2%)85 (10.4%)
5 or more Vehicles75 (9.2%)80 (9.8%)
Total819 (100.0%)820 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Elkton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elkton are 30 to 34 minutes (288 commuters, 18.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (266 commuters, 17.2%), and 40 to 44 minutes (160 commuters, 10.3%).
Commute Time in Elkton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1107.1%
5 to 9 Minutes26617.2%
10 to 14 Minutes1006.5%
15 to 19 Minutes1509.7%
20 to 24 Minutes1197.7%
25 to 29 Minutes966.2%
30 to 34 Minutes28818.6%
35 to 39 Minutes251.6%
40 to 44 Minutes16010.3%
45 to 59 Minutes764.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1409.0%
90 or more Minutes211.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Elkton

The most common commute times in Elkton are 30 to 34 minutes (162 commuters, 21.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (189 commuters, 23.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Elkton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes91 (12.1%)19 (2.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes77 (10.2%)189 (23.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes50 (6.7%)50 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes70 (9.3%)80 (10.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes19 (2.5%)100 (12.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes41 (5.4%)55 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes162 (21.5%)126 (15.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (0.8%)19 (2.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes111 (14.8%)49 (6.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes50 (6.7%)26 (3.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes58 (7.7%)82 (10.3%)
90 or more Minutes17 (2.3%)4 (0.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elkton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Elkton are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (140, 18.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (147, 18.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elkton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM49 (6.5%)8 (1.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM33 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM17 (2.3%)61 (7.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM57 (7.6%)25 (3.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM140 (18.6%)100 (12.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM92 (12.2%)142 (17.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM37 (4.9%)147 (18.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM21 (2.8%)42 (5.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM12 (1.6%)17 (2.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM72 (9.6%)33 (4.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)39 (4.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM36 (4.8%)34 (4.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM83 (11.0%)128 (16.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM103 (13.7%)23 (2.9%)
Total752 (100.0%)799 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Elkton

Occupancy by Ownership in Elkton

Of the total 1,251 dwellings in Elkton, owner-occupied units account for 825 (65.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 426 (34.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Elkton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units82565.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units42634.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,251100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Elkton

Occupancy by Household Size in Elkton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household50940.7%
2-Person Household38030.4%
3-Person Household1048.3%
4+ Person Household25820.6%
Total Housing Units1,251100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elkton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elkton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household200 (39.3%)309 (60.7%)
2-Person Household294 (77.4%)86 (22.6%)
3-Person Household93 (89.4%)11 (10.6%)
4+ Person Household238 (92.2%)20 (7.7%)
Total Housing Units825 (65.9%)426 (34.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elkton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elkton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School75 (61.5%)47 (38.5%)
High School Diploma221 (58.9%)154 (41.1%)
College/Associate Degree330 (66.7%)165 (33.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher199 (76.8%)60 (23.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elkton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elkton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years13510.8%
35 to 44 Years17213.8%
45 to 54 Years23318.6%
55 to 64 Years37930.3%
65 to 74 Years997.9%
75 to 84 Years19115.3%
85 Years and Over423.4%
Total1,251100.0%

Housing Finances in Elkton

Median Income by Occupancy in Elkton

Median Income by Occupancy in Elkton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied825 (65.9%)$90,795
Renter-Occupied426 (34.1%)$34,200
Average1,251 (100.0%)$54,482

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elkton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elkton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002 (0.2%)7 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)21 (4.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99935 (4.2%)82 (19.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99929 (3.5%)9 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99920 (2.4%)23 (5.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99947 (5.7%)87 (20.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999116 (14.1%)101 (23.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999123 (14.9%)26 (6.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99961 (7.4%)34 (8.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999225 (27.3%)32 (7.5%)
$150,000 or more167 (20.2%)4 (0.9%)
Total825 (100.0%)426 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elkton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elkton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30052 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499171 (20.7%)56 (13.2%)
$500 to $799105 (12.7%)200 (46.9%)
$800 to $99948 (5.8%)38 (8.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499219 (26.6%)56 (13.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999165 (20.0%)35 (8.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49965 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total825 (100.0%)426 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Elkton

Housing Structures in Elkton

Housing Structures in Elkton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached93474.7%
Single Unit, Attached211.7%
2 Unit Apartments131.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments413.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments927.3%
10 or more Apartments13711.0%
Mobile Home / Other131.0%
Total1,251100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elkton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elkton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached798 (85.4%)136 (14.6%)
Single Unit, Attached21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)92 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)137 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other6 (46.2%)7 (53.8%)
Total825 (65.9%)426 (34.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elkton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elkton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)168 (39.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms184 (22.3%)173 (40.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms423 (51.3%)48 (11.3%)
8 or more Rooms218 (26.4%)28 (6.6%)
Total825 (100.0%)426 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elkton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elkton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5 (0.6%)6 (1.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas80 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity562 (68.1%)394 (92.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene157 (19.0%)26 (6.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels15 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used6 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total825 (100.0%)426 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Elkton

Household Vehicle Usage in Elkton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)82 (19.3%)
1 Vehicle149 (18.1%)210 (49.3%)
2 Vehicles334 (40.5%)111 (26.1%)
3 or more Vehicles342 (41.4%)23 (5.4%)
Total825 (100.0%)426 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Elkton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elkton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units318507
Median Property Value$194,600$238,900
Median Household Income$55,714$144
Monthly Housing Costs$430$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,213$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elkton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elkton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00018 (5.7%)9 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99917 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999270 (84.9%)338 (66.7%)
$300,000 to $499,99913 (4.1%)152 (30.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)8 (1.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total318 (100.0%)507 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elkton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elkton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002 (0.6%)12 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99963 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99924 (7.5%)21 (4.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99952 (16.4%)23 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99947 (14.8%)64 (12.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (2.8%)76 (15.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99998 (30.8%)52 (10.3%)
$150,000 or more23 (7.2%)127 (25.1%)
Total318 (100.0%)507 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elkton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elkton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x134 (42.1%)110,625 (21,819.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x17 (5.3%)207 (40.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x26 (8.2%)103 (20.3%)
4.0x or more139 (43.7%)19 (3.7%)
Total318 (100.0%)507 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elkton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elkton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80050 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499165 (51.9%)63 (12.4%)
$800 to $1,49976 (23.9%)206 (40.6%)
Total318 (100.0%)507 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Elkton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years576 (87.8%)80 (12.2%)
19 to 25 Years159 (89.3%)19 (10.7%)
26 to 34 Years214 (83.3%)43 (16.7%)
35 to 44 Years273 (71.3%)110 (28.7%)
45 to 54 Years354 (94.9%)19 (5.1%)
55 to 64 Years435 (90.8%)44 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older351 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,633 (89.3%)315 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elkton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elkton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen576 (87.8%)80 (12.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen159 (89.3%)19 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elkton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elkton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000277 (98.2%)5 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999505 (84.7%)91 (15.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999261 (93.5%)18 (6.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999279 (92.1%)24 (7.9%)
$100,000 and over1,311 (88.1%)177 (11.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elkton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 627 (28.1%)69 (71.9%)
6 to 18 Years99 (15.1%)477 (72.7%)
19 to 25 Years29 (16.3%)130 (73.0%)
25 to 34 Years5 (1.9%)209 (81.3%)
35 to 44 Years32 (8.4%)243 (63.4%)
45 to 54 Years33 (8.8%)325 (87.1%)
55 to 64 Years72 (15.0%)368 (76.8%)
65 to 74 Years175 (100.0%)99 (56.6%)
75 Years and over351 (100.0%)216 (61.5%)
Total823 (27.9%)2,136 (72.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elkton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elkton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (7.5%)4 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)126 (39.5%)
35 to 64 Years68 (12.0%)14 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years28 (32.2%)30 (34.1%)
75 Years and over49 (25.3%)106 (67.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elkton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Elkton: <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%)22 (6.9%)
35 to 64 Years18 (3.2%)3 (0.4%)
65 to 74 Years16 (18.4%)4 (4.5%)
75 Years and over12 (6.2%)54 (34.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Elkton: <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 Years9 (1.6%)4 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (4.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Elkton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (7.5%)4 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)126 (39.5%)
35 to 64 Years37 (6.5%)7 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (5.1%)48 (30.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Elkton: <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 Years42 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (13.8%)25 (28.4%)
75 Years and over39 (20.1%)65 (41.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Elkton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)10 (11.4%)
75 Years and over12 (6.2%)27 (17.2%)

Technology Access in Elkton

Computing Device Access in Elkton

Computing Device Access in Elkton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop93374.6%
Smartphone93374.6%
Tablet61048.8%
No Computing Device19215.3%
Total1,251100.0%

Internet Access in Elkton

Internet Access in Elkton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet141.1%
Broadband Home86469.1%
Cellular Data Only1038.2%
Satellite Internet403.2%
No Internet21517.2%
Total1,251100.0%

Elkton Summary

Elkton is a town located in Rockingham County, Virginia, United States. The population was 1,845 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Rockingham County.

History

Elkton was founded in 1787 by a group of settlers from Pennsylvania. The town was named after the Elk Run stream that runs through the area. The town was incorporated in 1808 and has been the county seat of Rockingham County since 1809.
The town was an important stop on the Valley Turnpike, which connected the Shenandoah Valley to the Ohio River Valley. The turnpike was a major route for settlers heading west in the early 19th century.
During the Civil War, Elkton was the site of a major battle between Union and Confederate forces in 1862. The Battle of Elk Run was a decisive victory for the Union, and it helped to secure the Shenandoah Valley for the Union.

Geography

Elkton is located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, about 25 miles east of Harrisonburg. The town is situated at the confluence of the North and South Forks of the Shenandoah River. The town is surrounded by the George Washington National Forest and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The climate in Elkton is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 54°F, and the average annual precipitation is 40 inches.

Economy

The economy of Elkton is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, including dairy, beef, and poultry farms. The town is also home to several wineries and vineyards.
Tourism is an important part of the local economy. The town is home to several historic sites, including the Elkton Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The town is also home to several outdoor recreation areas, including the Shenandoah National Park and the George Washington National Forest.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Elkton was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 92.3% White, 4.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. The median household income was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938.
The town is served by the Rockingham County Public Schools system. The town is home to one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to several private schools, including the Elkton Christian Academy and the Elkton Montessori School.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Elkton?
Total Population of Elkton is 2,948.
What is the Total Male Population of Elkton?
Total Male Population of Elkton is 1,440.
What is the Total Female Population of Elkton?
Total Female Population of Elkton is 1,508.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elkton?
There are 95.49 Males per 100 Females in Elkton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elkton?
There are 104.72 Females per 100 Males in Elkton.
What is the Median Population Age in Elkton?
Median Population Age in Elkton is 40.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elkton
Average Family Size in Elkton is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elkton
Average Household Size in Elkton is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elkton?
Per Capita income in Elkton is $35,796.
What is the Median Family Income in Elkton?
Median Family Income in Elkton is $108,929.
What is the Median Household income in Elkton?
Median Household Income in Elkton is $54,482.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elkton?
Income or Wage Gap in Elkton is 35.8%.
Women in Elkton earn 64.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elkton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elkton is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elkton?
There are 1,653 People in the Labor Forcein in Elkton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elkton?
67.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Elkton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elkton?
Unemployment Rate in Elkton is 0.9%.