Bachelor's+
52.5%
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Wheeler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population223
Median AgeN/A
Density1,014/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,583M
Commute27 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation1,264 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+52.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries10
Is Wheeler a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wheeler receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wheeler stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Education
Wheeler is a highly educated community — 52.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Wheeler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Wheeler has a population of 223 with a density of 1,014 people per square mile. The city is predominantly Hispanic (52.5%), with 47.5% White.
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Wheeler is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,222 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,521 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,694 |
| County GDP | $8,583M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 233 |
| Healthcare | 186 |
| Retail | 290 |
| Manufacturing | 77 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,780 |
| 37% above US avg |
In Wheeler, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wheeler vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,460/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 186 |
Crime Rates: Wheeler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 28 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
Safety Score
Wheeler has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 7.8 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,264 ft (385 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,014/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1349°N, 119.1760°W |
| County FIPS | 53025 |