Median Income
$82,292
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$112,200
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$592
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.4%
81% lower than US avg
How De Witt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population426
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density991/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,292
Per Capita$40,532
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$1,583M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,200
Rent$592
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,660
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Elevation1,291 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Libraries2
Is De Witt a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, De Witt receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. De Witt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in De Witt is $82,292, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in De Witt is $112,200, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
De Witt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 18.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
De Witt has a population of 426 with a density of 991 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 4.5% Hispanic.
Population
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
The median household income in De Witt is $82,292, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,292 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,532 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,767 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 744 |
| County GDP | $1,583M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,931 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in De Witt is $112,200, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,660.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,200 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $200,660 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $592 |
| 49% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,931 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.39% |
In De Witt, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: De Witt vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 18.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,954/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Crime Rates: De Witt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
De Witt has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.3 inches |
| 18% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 18.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,291 ft (393 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 991/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3949°N, 96.9218°W |
| County FIPS | 31067 |