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Elkton, Kentucky


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Elkton, Kentucky

Elkton, Kentucky, in Todd county, is 22 miles NE of Clarksville, Tennessee (center to center) and 49 miles NW of Nashville, Tennessee. The city has a population of 1,984.

The People and Families of Elkton

In Elkton, about 46% of adults are married. Looking at Elkton, you'll find a large share of the people are not married.

Approximately 18% of Elkton is non-white. No single racial group represents the city, a city where diversity is valued.

In the most recent census it emerged that people are more likely female than male in the city, in comparison to similar cities. You'll feel comfortable in Elkton if you're 65 since the city is home to many people that age or older.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Elkton had a median family income of $31,912.

Political Inclinations

Residents of Elkton gave more campaign money ($500) to George W. Bush than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Elkton Housing

Owners occupy 67% of the housing units in Elkton. Who wouldn't appreciate the low real estate taxes that are typical in the city?

Commuting

In Elkton, 93% of commuters drive to work. Elkton is more walker- and bicycle-friendly than most places its size.

Of Note

High Points

Elkton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kentucky):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 7%Elkton Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 8%Elkton Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Elkton Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Elkton, KY

Comparing Elkton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kentucky (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population109
Racial Diversity910
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population77
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Well-Paid Single Men23
Male Share of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size35
Portion of People Married23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults45
People Above Poverty35
People in Middle Class or Better23
Median Family Income23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times76
Public Transportation Use32
Working at Home12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes99
Affordability of Rents87
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals75
Housing Recently Built76
People Living Alone75
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime54
Low Violent Crime42

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