Median Income
$50,909
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Wheatfields Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population409
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
A
Median Income$50,909
Per Capita$37,043
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute55 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Elevation3,622 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+91.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute55 min
Libraries9
Is Wheatfields a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wheatfields receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Wheatfields offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wheatfields is $50,909, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Wheatfields enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Wheatfields has a population of 409 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).
Population
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wheatfields vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 77.0% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Spanish | 23.0% |
| 72% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wheatfields vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wheatfields is $50,909, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.
Income: Wheatfields vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,909 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,043 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,090 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,582 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,138 |
| County GDP | $2,397M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 138 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,723 |
| 6% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 54.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $864 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,723 |
| 6% above US avg |
In Wheatfields, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wheatfields vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 19,407/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
Crime Rates: Wheatfields vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Wheatfields has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.6 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,622 ft (1,104 m) |
| Area | 8.1 sq mi (20.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4709°N, 110.8161°W |
| County FIPS | 04007 |