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Elk County

City in Kansas, United States

Overview

Elk County, set in northwestern Pennsylvania, is a blend of charming small towns, lush forests, and a distinct local heritage. The area is renowned for its namesake wild elk herd, outdoor recreation, and historic architecture.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
Kansas
Population
30,990
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
37.45°, -96.24°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
50
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,750
Local Cost
$1,070
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
60
English
100
Temperature
13.8°C
Summer Avg
25.9°C
Winter Avg
1.1°C
Record High
45.1°C
Record Low
-21.1°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
1020 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.

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