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Elgin, North Dakota, in Grant county, is 57 miles SW of Bismarck, North Dakota (center to center) and 426 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city has a population of 659.
In Elgin, about 56% of adults are married. Lots of people in Elgin live independently, in one-person housing.
People 65 and older make up an important part of the community in the city.
In 2000, Elgin had a median family income of $30,972.
In Elgin, 72% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. Landlords in the city rent a large number of single bedroom units. And yes, you can rent a place in Elgin without breaking the bank. Residential property taxes remain low i the city.
In Elgin, 75% of commuters drive to work. Most residents would agree that driving around Elgin is a bit easier than around other cities of its size.
Comparing Elgin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in North Dakota (State):
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