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Whitelaw, WI

Wisconsin

Whitelaw is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 922. Residents earn $57,298 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
922 Population 1,740/sq mi density
$57,298 Median Income $31,548 per capita
$179,800 Home Value $293,451 Zillow
$969 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,298 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$179,800 home value, $969/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,298
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $969
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population922
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,740/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,298
Per Capita$31,548
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$5,402M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,800
Rent$969
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,451
Housing Units383
Rent Burden14.5%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.3%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries3

Is Whitelaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitelaw receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Whitelaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitelaw is $57,298, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitelaw is $179,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $969 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitelaw has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Whitelaw has a population of 922 with a density of 1,740 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

922
Total Population
1,740
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitelaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitelaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitelaw is $57,298, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Whitelaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,298
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$72,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,990
County GDP$5,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants176
Healthcare187
Retail224
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitelaw is $179,800, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $969 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,451.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,800
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,451
Median List Price$514,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$514,900
$/Sq Ft$102
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$969
17% below US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.5%
Housing Units383
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Whitelaw, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death7,254/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities187
Whitelaw has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,740/sq mi
Coordinates44.1476°N, 87.8267°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,740/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities187
Restaurants176
Retail Stores224

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home10.1%

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