Median Income
$62,273
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$165,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How Whitefield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,438
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density904/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,273
Per Capita$31,408
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$1,816M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$165,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$315,121
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation949 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+90.6%
School Score6.29
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute26 min
Libraries16
Is Whitefield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Whitefield receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Whitefield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Whitefield is $62,273, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Whitefield is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Whitefield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Whitefield has a population of 1,438 with a density of 904 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Whitefield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Whitefield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Whitefield is $62,273, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Whitefield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,273 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,408 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,027 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,590 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,043 |
| County GDP | $1,816M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 110 |
| Healthcare | 90 |
| Retail | 143 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,944 |
| 127% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
The median home value in Whitefield is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,121.
Home Values
| Census Median | $165,000 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $315,121 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $900 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,322 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,422 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,851 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,386 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,650 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,944 |
| 127% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.81% |
In Whitefield, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Whitefield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,270/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 90 |
Crime Rates: Whitefield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Whitefield has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.0 inches |
| 3% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 949 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 904/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3713°N, 71.6100°W |
| County FIPS | 33007 |