Elgin, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
10,996 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,666 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$267,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$687 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$986 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bastrop County
3
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos Metro Area
3
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bastrop County
4
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 48
Feb 2 0 51
Mar 3 0 59
Apr 2 0 67
May 4 0 75
Jun 4 0 81
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 79
Oct 4 0 69
Nov 3 0 59
Dec 3 0 49

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, TX State Senate District 5, TX State House District 17, TX
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Schools

Elgin Middle
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Elgin El
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Phoenix Hs
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Elgin Hs
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

The Art Institute of Austin
19 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Robert Gray Army Airfield
56 miles, N • 1 star
Easterwood Field
63 miles, E • 1 star
San Antonio International Airport
86 miles, W • 3.2 star
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