Whitehall, WI

Wisconsin

Whitehall is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,651. Residents earn $59,321 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,651 Population 433/sq mi density
$59,321 Median Income $30,583 per capita
$136,900 Home Value $229,210 Zillow
$750 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
63 Violent Crime/100K 1,635 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$59,321 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,900 home value, $750/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,321
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,900
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,651
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,321
Per Capita$30,583
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,900
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,210

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property1,635/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault63/100K
Burglary63/100K

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation920 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute18 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Whitehall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitehall receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Whitehall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitehall is $59,321, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitehall is $136,900, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Whitehall is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,635 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitehall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Whitehall has a population of 1,651 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%).

Population

1,651
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitehall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitehall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitehall is $59,321, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Whitehall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,321
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,583
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitehall is $136,900, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,210.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,900
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,210

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Whitehall, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Whitehall has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,635 per 100,000 (17% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Whitehall vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.9/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault62.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,635.2/100K
17% below US avg
Burglary62.9/100K
Theft1,446.5/100K
Vehicle Theft125.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Whitehall has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation920 ft (280 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates44.3605°N, 91.3378°W
County FIPS55121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home7.1%

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