South Whitley, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Whitley County County
South Whitley, IN
At a Glance
How South Whitley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Whitley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Whitley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Whitley residents earn a median household income of $59,191 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,284. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 764 business establishments, including 61 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Whitley is $130,300 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $248,789. Median rent is $735/month, with 22.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Education
11.3% of adults in South Whitley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Whitley has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.