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Whites Landing, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Whites Landing is a small town in Ohio with a population of 377. Residents earn $32,241 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
377 Population 1,300/sq mi density
$32,241 Median Income $14,208 per capita
$145,300 Home Value
$763 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$32,241 median income, 16.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$145,300 home value, $763/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,241
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.4%
356% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population377
Median Age23.7 yrs
Density1,300/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$32,241
Per Capita$14,208
Unemployment16.4%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$145,300
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units213
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking17.6%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation578 ft (176 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+72.2%
Graduate+22.6%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute38 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries6

Is Whites Landing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whites Landing receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Whites Landing has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whites Landing is $32,241, 57% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whites Landing is $145,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Whites Landing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Whites Landing has a population of 377 with a density of 1,300 people per square mile. The median age is 23.7 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

377
Total Population
1,300
People / sq mi
23.7yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Whites Landing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whites Landing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whites Landing is $32,241, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Whites Landing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,241
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,208
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$66,569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.4%
356% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,074
County GDP$5,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants278
Healthcare223
Retail296
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Whites Landing is $145,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,300
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.6%
Housing Units213
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Whites Landing, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Whites Landing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.7%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death10,181/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities223
Whites Landing has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation578 ft (176 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Coordinates41.4309°N, 82.8948°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+72.2%
Graduate Degree+22.6%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants278
Retail Stores296

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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