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Wewahitchka, FL
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Wewahitchka, FL
At a Glance
How Wewahitchka Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wewahitchka's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wewahitchka a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wewahitchka residents earn a median household income of $51,296 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,512. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 261 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wewahitchka is $185,400 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,832. Median rent is $870/month, with 35.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Safety & Crime
Wewahitchka reports 795 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 109% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,357/100K.
Education
20.8% of adults in Wewahitchka hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wewahitchka has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.