Median Income
$28,500
62% lower than US avg
Home Value
$130,900
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.8%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
58.9%
375% higher than US avg
How Whitecone Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population942
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Economy
C
Median Income$28,500
Per Capita$11,383
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty58.9%
County GDP$4,065M
Commute49 min
Housing
A
Home Value$130,900
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden42.7%
Health
Obesity47.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease11.1%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation6,082 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+69.7%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute49 min
Libraries15
Is Whitecone a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Whitecone receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Whitecone has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Whitecone is $28,500, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 58.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Whitecone is $130,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Whitecone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Whitecone has a population of 942 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.9%), with 1.1% White, 97.7% Asian.
Population
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Whitecone vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 30.0% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Spanish | 70.0% |
| 422% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Whitecone vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Whitecone is $28,500, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 58.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.
Income: Whitecone vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,500 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $11,383 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,299 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.2% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 58.9% |
| 375% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,970 |
| County GDP | $4,065M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 248 |
| Healthcare | 253 |
| Retail | 278 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,898 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 49.3 min |
| Work from Home | 17.3% |
The median home value in Whitecone is $130,900, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $130,900 |
| 54% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $842 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 42.7% |
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) | $2,898 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In Whitecone, 47.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 38.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Whitecone vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.8% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 21.5% |
| Heart Disease | 11.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.5% |
| Asthma | 17.8% |
| COPD | 16.6% |
| Stroke | 7.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.8% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 27.0% |
| Physical Distress | 25.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.1% |
| Premature Death | 21,728/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 253 |
Crime Rates: Whitecone vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 37 |
Safety Score
Whitecone has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,082 ft (1,854 m) |
| Area | 45.1 sq mi (116.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6047°N, 110.0800°W |
| County FIPS | 04017 |