Elkton, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
775 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,717 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$84,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$462 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$597 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Huron County
3
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Huron County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 21
Feb 2 9 23
Mar 2 6 30
Apr 3 1 43
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 3 38
Dec 2 10 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MI State Senate District 25, MI State House District 98, MI
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Schools

Laker High School
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Laker Junior High School
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Laker Elementary
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Delta College
44 miles, W • 1.4 star
Saginaw Valley State University
44 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Scheurer Hospital
5 miles, NW • 5 star
McLaren Thumb Region
8 miles, SE • 5 star
Hills & Dales General Hospital
15 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

MBS International Airport
49 miles, W • 1 star
Bishop International Airport
65 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Alpena County Regional Airport
89 miles, N • 1 star
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