Elk township, Ohio
Elk township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Elk township is a geographic entity located in Noble County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 283. The land area covers 28.96 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 283 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 62.7 yrs | ±22.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 107 | ±70 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 212 | ±103 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 107 | ±70 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 105 | ±83 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $36,325 | ±$18,193 |
| Poverty Rate | 44% | ±35.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 70 | ±69 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±31% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 42 | ±45 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 35.5% | ±25.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF ELK
GUS Population: 283 (2024)
ID: 186982
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP FISCAL OFFICER
40814 CRUM RIDGE RD, CALDWELL OH 43724-9724
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COUNTY OF NOBLE
GUS Population: 14,269 (2024)
ID: 132379
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMMISSIONERS CLERK
210 COURT HOUSE, CALDWELL OH 43724-1294
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Caldwell, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Caldwell, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | New Matamoras, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | New Matamoras, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lowell, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Marietta, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | New Matamoras, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Woodsfield, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lower Salem, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Sarahsville, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Washington State College of Ohio
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College | 16.4 mi away | 710 Colegate Dr, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
7403748716
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CALDWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 517 SPRUCE ST., CALDWELL, OH, 43724 |
(740) 732-4506
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Marietta College
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College | 17.6 mi away | Irvine Bldg, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
8003317896
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MONROE COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 96 HOME AVE., WOODSFIELD, OH, 43793 |
(740) 472-1954
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Washington County Career Center-Adult Technical Training
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College Vocational | 17.9 mi away | 21740 State Route 676, Marietta, OH, 45750 |
74037362832011
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NEW MATAMORAS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 101 MERCHANT STREET, NEW MATAMORAS, OH, 45767 |
(740) 865-3386
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 615 FIFTH ST., MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 373-1057
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LOCAL HISTORY BRANCH
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 418 WASHINGTON ST, MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 376-2172
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LAFAYETTE PLAZA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 478 PIKE STREET, MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 236-4201
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SPRINTER BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 478 PIKE ST, MARIETTA, OH, 45750 |
(740) 373-1057
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MARIETTA WWTP, OH US, located 17.8 miles from Elk township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.5° | 22.7° | 31.1° | 3.49" | 7.2" |
| February | 42.9° | 24.2° | 33.5° | 3.14" | 4.0" |
| March | 52.8° | 30.9° | 41.9° | 3.98" | 2.7" |
| April | 65.6° | 40.8° | 53.2° | 3.98" | 0.1" |
| May | 74.5° | 51.9° | 63.2° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.8° | 60.9° | 71.4° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.3° | 65.3° | 75.3° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.6° | 63.4° | 74.0° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 56.1° | 67.4° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.6° | 43.8° | 55.2° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.0° | 33.8° | 43.9° | 2.91" | 0.2" |
| December | 43.7° | 28.0° | 35.9° | 3.61" | 2.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford village | Village | 4.8 mi | — |
| Lower Salem village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Macksburg village | Village | 7.4 mi | — |
| Graysville village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Dexter City village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
| Lewisville village | Village | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3912124878. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.