Median Income
$36,071
52% lower than US avg
Home Value
$119,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$803
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.7%
62% lower than US avg
How Wheatland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population921
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density1,616/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,071
Per Capita$21,671
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$2,951M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$119,200
Rent$803
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,206
Health
Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation692 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Libraries7
Is Wheatland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wheatland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wheatland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wheatland is $36,071, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wheatland is $119,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Wheatland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Wheatland has a population of 921 with a density of 1,616 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.
Population
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wheatland vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wheatland vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wheatland is $36,071, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Wheatland vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,071 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,671 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,940 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,498 |
| County GDP | $2,951M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 117 |
| Healthcare | 128 |
| Retail | 162 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,438 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.72% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
The median home value in Wheatland is $119,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,206.
Home Values
| Census Median | $119,200 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,206 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $88 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $803 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,438 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.72% |
In Wheatland, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wheatland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,790/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 128 |
Crime Rates: Wheatland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Wheatland has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.6 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,616/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8331°N, 90.8380°W |
| County FIPS | 19045 |