Elkton, MD
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Elkton, Maryland Summary
Life in Elkton research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Elkton over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Elkton:
The population in Elkton is 15,724.
The median home value in Elkton is $218,200.
The median income in Elkton is $57,682.
The cost of living in Elkton is 110 which is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Elkton is $1,180.
The unemployment rate in Elkton is 7.2%.
The poverty rate in Elkton is 21.2%.
Table Of Contents
Elkton SnackAbility
6
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
6/10
Housing
8
Affordability
5
Diversity
8.5
Safety
N/A
Amenities
8.5
Education
6
Commute
6
Elkton, MD Crime Report
955
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
6,042.0
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
159.96%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Elkton / 100k People |
Maryland / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 955 | 6,042.0 | 2,009.7 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 113 | 714.9 | 399.9 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 4 | 25.3 | 9.1 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 19 | 120.2 | 118.5 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 71 | 449.2 | 243.7 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 842 | 5,327.1 | 1,609.8 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 110 | 695.9 | 252.0 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 671 | 4,245.2 | 1,184.9 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 61 | 385.9 | 172.9 | 282.7 |
Elkton, MD Cost Of Living
110
Elkton's Overall Cost Of Living
Elkton's Overall Cost Of Living
1.1x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Elkton | Maryland | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 110 | 120 | 100 | |
| Services | 111 | 109 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 125 | 108 | 100 | |
| Health | 112 | 92 | 100 | |
| Housing | 107 | 156 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 115 | 100 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 84 | 108 | 100 | |
Elkton, MD Photos
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Rankings for Elkton in Maryland
Map Of Elkton, MD
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Population over time in Elkton
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 15,653 | -0.1% |
| 2020 | 15,675 | 0.2% |
| 2019 | 15,651 | -0.2% |
| 2018 | 15,687 | -0.2% |
| 2017 | 15,718 | 0.3% |
| 2016 | 15,673 | 0.6% |
| 2015 | 15,578 | 1.2% |
| 2014 | 15,393 | 1.0% |
| 2013 | 15,240 | 1.4% |
| 2012 | 15,029 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Elkton
| Race | Elkton | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 67.2% | 49.4% | 59.4% |
| African American | 14.9% | 29.4% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 2.6% | 6.4% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 7.5% | 3.6% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 7.8% | 10.6% | 18.4% |
Gender in Elkton
| Gender | Elkton | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Elkton for adults over 25
| Education | Elkton | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 8.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 38.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 18.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 5.0% | 14.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Elkton, Maryland
| Income | Elkton | MD | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.9% | 4.5% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.6% | 2.6% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.9% | 5.2% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.1% | 5.7% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.7% | 8.9% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.4% | 14.7% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.4% | 12.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.5% | 19.4% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.0% | 11.5% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.5% | 15.0% | 9.5% |
