Indiana · Metropolitan Area
South Whitley is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,412. Residents earn $59,191 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, South Whitley receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. South Whitley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in South Whitley is $59,191, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in South Whitley is $130,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
South Whitley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,255 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
South Whitley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,191 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,284 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,123 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,142 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 764 |
| County GDP | $2,226M |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 64 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,596 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.76% |
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
| Census Median | $130,300 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $232,153 |
| Median List Price | $177,400 |
| Median List Price | $177,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $124 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 104.3% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $735 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,596 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.76% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.0% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,298/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 64 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,255.0/100K |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 171.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,026.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 57.1/100K |
| Arson | 57.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.5 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0840°N, 85.6245°W |
| County FIPS | 18183 |
Winner: Republican by 49.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.3% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.7% |
| School Test Score | 6.01 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,661/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 64 |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Retail Stores | 99 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |