Whiteman AFB, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $60,250

20% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 39.5%

17% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,217

5% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.7%

30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,713

Median Age22.3 yrs

Density556/mi²

Male / Female60% / 40%

Largest GroupWhite 75%

Veterans20.4%

Economy

Median Income$60,250

Per Capita$24,671

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty8.7%

Commute10 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$1,217

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units1,059

Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured10.1%

Smoking15.3%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.3 in/yr

Sunny Days263/yr

Elevation840 ft (256 m)

Education

Bachelor's+39.5%

High School+94.8%

Graduate+8.5%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute10 min

Broadband97.7%

Is Whiteman AFB a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whiteman AFB receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Whiteman AFB stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whiteman AFB is $60,250, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,217 per month.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Whiteman AFB experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Whiteman AFB has a population of 3,713 with a density of 556 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age is 22.3 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 40.4% female and 59.6% male. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 6.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.9% of residents, while 15.1% speak Spanish. 20.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,713

Total Population

556

People / sq mi

22.3yrs

Median Age

43% below US avg

6.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%

Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Whiteman AFB vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	84.9%
	8% above US avg
Spanish	15.1%
	13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Whiteman AFB vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whiteman AFB is $60,250, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,671 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whiteman AFB vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$60,250
	20% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,671

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.7%
	30% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	10.4 min
Drive Alone	81.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,217 (5% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 1,059 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2003. 26.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,217
	5% above US avg
Rent Burden	26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	2.8%
Housing Units	1,059
Median Year Built	2003

Property Tax

In Whiteman AFB, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.5% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 16.5% report binge drinking. 29.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.1% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Whiteman AFB vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	12.9%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.5%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	5.4%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.7%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.7%
Uninsured	10.1%
	17% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.7%
Dental Visits	59.5%

Food & Exercise

Whiteman AFB experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. The area receives 5.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 840 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.3°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.3 inches
	6% above US avg
Snowfall	5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	840 ft (256 m)
Area	6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density	556/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7299°N, 93.5613°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (1°C)	1.6 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.1 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.7 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.5 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.0 in
December	33°F (0°C)	2.0 in

Whiteman AFB has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.5").

39.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet access. 81.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	39.5%
	17% above US avg
High School+	94.8%
Graduate Degree+	8.5%
School Test Score	5.51

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	556/sq mi
Total Area	6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	10.4 min
Drive Alone	81.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Whiteman AFB

What is the population of Whiteman AFB?

Whiteman AFB has a population of 3,713 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 556 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 40.4% female and 59.6% male.

Is Whiteman AFB expensive to live in?

Whiteman AFB is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $60,250, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,217 per month.

What is the weather like in Whiteman AFB?

Whiteman AFB has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Whiteman AFB?

The job market in Whiteman AFB is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 10 minutes, and 3.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Whiteman AFB?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,217. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Whiteman AFB?

Schools in Whiteman AFB score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 39.5% of adults in Whiteman AFB hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Whiteman AFB?

The obesity rate in Whiteman AFB is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 29.7% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 10.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Whiteman AFB?

The average commute in Whiteman AFB is 10 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Whiteman AFB?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Whiteman AFB is 75.4% White, 6.3% Black or African American, 2.3% Hispanic or Latino. 84.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.1% speak Spanish. 20.4% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

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