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Elko, Nevada, in Elko county, is 191 miles S of Nampa, Idaho (center to center) and 323 miles N of Las Vegas, Nevada. There are an estimated 16,708 people in the city.
In Elko, about 57% of adults are married. If kids are our future, then the future might look a little like Elko. The kids here are young and many.
Males represent a higher percentage of the population in the city than in most places.
In 2000, Elko had a median family income of $52,754. Elko has more than its share of wealthy families and people.
In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($18,265) in Elko. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.
Approximately 62% of housing in Elko is owner-occupied. The city contains many homes that have been built in recent years.
In Elko, 82% of commuters drive to work. Elko is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. One way to meet people in the city is to try the public transportation system.
Comparing Elko to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Nevada (State):
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| Children Under 5 Years Old | |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men |  | |
| Racial Diversity | |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women |  | |
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| People in Middle Class or Better | | |
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| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
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| People Living Alone | | |
| Affordability of Rents | | |
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
Detailed pages on related topics: Elko colleges • Elko travel • Elko mortgages and property.
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