Elkhart, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,585 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,071 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$539 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$424 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Anderson County
4
Palestine Urban Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Anderson County
2
Palestine Urban Area
2
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 3 0 83
Aug 3 0 83
Sep 3 0 77
Oct 5 0 67
Nov 4 0 57
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 8, TX
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Schools

Elkhart Middle
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Elkhart El
<1 miles, S
Elkhart Int
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Elkhart Hs
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Jacksonville College-Main Campus
29 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Trinity Valley Community College
42 miles, N • 1.4 star
The University of Texas at Tyler
51 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Palestine Regional Medical Center
8 miles, N • 2.3 star
Rusk State Hosp
28 miles, E
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Airports

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
51 miles, NE • 1 star
East Texas Regional Airport
73 miles, NE • 1 star
Easterwood Field
86 miles, SW • 1 star
Waco Regional Airport
97 miles, W • 1 star
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