Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Whiteville is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 4,689. Residents earn $43,438 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Whiteville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Whiteville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Whiteville is $43,438, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Whiteville is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Whiteville is below the national average at 219 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,097 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.
4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Whiteville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 93.8% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.2% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,438 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $8,032 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,098 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,011 |
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.5% |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 823 |
| County GDP | $2,044M |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 102 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,574 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.96% |
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $87,000 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $169,775 |
| Census Median Rent | $905 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 40.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,574 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.96% |
| Obesity | 46.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.5% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.7% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 10.4% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,140/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Total Violent | 219.4/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 21.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 197.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,096.7/100K |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 307.1/100K |
| Theft | 767.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 21.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.8 inches |
| 52% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 503 ft (153 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,776/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3179°N, 89.1497°W |
| County FIPS | 47047 |
Winner: Republican by 42.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.9% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,776/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Retail Stores | 102 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |