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Elkhorn, WI Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,206

Population

7,811

Renter Mix

39% Rent

A quiet Wisconsin reprieve with a friendly atmosphere

Quaint Community Events

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
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

38 Years

Largest Age Group

15-24 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

25%

Over 65

17%

Housing Distribution

Elkhorn has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
17%
Other Education
83%

Rent Trends

As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Elkhorn, WI is $1,204 for one bedroom, and $1,455 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elkhorn has increased by 2.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,204/month
865 Sq Ft
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Learn More About Elkhorn

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Tibbets Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

431 Students

Jackson Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

485 Students

West Side Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

452 Students

Elkhorn Options Virtual School

Public

Grades PK-12

335 Students

Lakeland School

Public

Grades PK-12

Elkhorn Options Virtual School

Public

Grades PK-12

335 Students

Elkhorn Area Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

659 Students

Career and College Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

246 Students

Lakeland School

Public

Grades PK-12

Elkhorn Area High

Public

Grades 9-12

953 Students

Elkhorn Options Virtual School

Public

Grades PK-12

335 Students

Career and College Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

246 Students

Lakeland School

Public

Grades PK-12

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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 September 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.