Median Income
$62,734
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$728
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.7%
6% lower than US avg
How Wharton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population377
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density299/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$62,734
Per Capita$24,477
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$97,500
Rent$728
Ownership60.7%
Zillow$166,309
Rent Burden12.9%
Health
Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation878 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.7%
Libraries3
Is Wharton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wharton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Wharton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wharton is $62,734, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wharton is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Wharton 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 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Wharton has a population of 377 with a density of 299 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.
Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.0% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| 55% below US avg |
The median household income in Wharton is $62,734, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,734 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,477 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,053 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,393 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 589 |
| County GDP | $1,407M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 46 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 64 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,569 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Wharton is $97,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $728 (37% below US avg). 60.7% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,309.
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,500 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $166,309 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $728 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 12.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.7% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,569 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.63% |
In Wharton, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wharton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,016/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
Crime Rates: Wharton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Wharton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.2 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 878 ft (268 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 299/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8613°N, 83.4648°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 39175 |