Median Income $109,149

45% higher than US avg

Home Value $270,000

4% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.8%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Whiteash Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population320

Median Age39.1 yrs

Density368/mi²

Male / Female60% / 40%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$109,149

Per Capita$40,633

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,987M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$270,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units80

Health

Obesity37.8%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking13.4%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain47.6 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation442 ft (135 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%

Commute21 min

Broadband80.0%

Libraries5

Is Whiteash a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whiteash receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Whiteash stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whiteash is $109,149, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Whiteash among higher-income communities. 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 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whiteash is $270,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Whiteash enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Whiteash has a population of 320 with a density of 368 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

320

Total Population

368

People / sq mi

39.1yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%

Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Whiteash vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whiteash vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whiteash is $109,149, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. 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 21 minutes.

Income: Whiteash vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$109,149
	45% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$40,633
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,021
IRS Avg AGI	$68,098

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,404
County GDP	$3,987M

Business (County)

Restaurants	156
Healthcare	212
Retail	230
Manufacturing	42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,704
	63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Whiteash is $270,000, 4% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$270,000
	4% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	85.0%
Housing Units	80

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,704
	63% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.11%

In Whiteash, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Whiteash vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.8%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	30.1%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.4%
	4% below US avg
Binge Drinking	22.0%
Physical Inactivity	20.3%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	17.4%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.8%
Dental Visits	70.0%
Premature Death	9,023/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	78.3%
Healthcare Facilities	212

Whiteash has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.3°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.6 inches
	25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	442 ft (135 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density	368/sq mi
Coordinates	37.7838°N, 88.9307°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17199

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%

D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	368/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	212
Restaurants	156
Retail Stores	230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Whiteash, IL

How Whiteash Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Whiteash a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Whiteash vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Whiteash vs U.S. Average

Income: Whiteash vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Whiteash vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities