Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
17%
Elkhorn
Elkhorn, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,199
Population
7,811
Renter Mix
39% Rent
A quiet Wisconsin reprieve with a family-friendly atmosphere
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Situated along Interstate 43 between Milwaukee and Beloit in southeastern Wisconsin, Elkhorn is a sleepy small town with a charming city center and an active community. Residents enjoy access to affordable apartments and amazing schools despite the area’s modest size. Kids and adults alike benefit from a friendly, quiet atmosphere where neighbors know and look out for each other.
There are local taco spots, cafes, and shops centered on Lincoln Street and Wisconsin Street. Outdoor lovers can head south to the trio of lakes — Geneva Lake, Delavan Lake, and Lake Como — to enjoy a day on the water. Commuters will love Elkhorn’s proximity to the interstate, making a drive into the neighboring big cities a breeze.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,661
Average: $80,770
Education
1,688
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,537
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Elkhorn has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
17%
Other Education
83%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Elkhorn, WI is $1,199 for one bedroom, and $1,303 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elkhorn has increased by 1.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,199/month
950 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Elkhorn, WI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
521 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
452 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
444 Students
Elkhorn Options Virtual School
Public
Grades PK-12
301 Students
Elkhorn Options Virtual School
Public
Grades PK-12
301 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
705 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
190 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
974 Students
Elkhorn Options Virtual School
Public
Grades PK-12
301 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
190 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Yerkes Observatory
- East Troy Electric Railroad
- Big Foot Beach State Park
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.