Whiting, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Whiting is a small town in Indiana with a population of 4,554. Residents earn $65,433 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,554 Population 2,516/sq mi density
$65,433 Median Income $29,671 per capita
$204,800 Home Value $195,945 Zillow
$1,033 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
41 Violent Crime/100K 3,124 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$65,433 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$204,800 home value, $1,033/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
41 violent crimes/100K (89% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,433
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,800
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 41/100K
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,033
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.1%
62% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,554
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density2,516/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,433
Per Capita$29,671
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty20.1%
County GDP$31,242M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,800
Rent$1,033
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,945

Crime

F
Violent41/100K
Property3,124/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault21/100K
Burglary288/100K

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation591 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+83.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries26

Is Whiting a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whiting receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Whiting has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whiting is $65,433, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whiting is $204,800, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,033 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Whiting is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 41 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,124 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Whiting experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 40.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Whiting has a population of 4,554 with a density of 2,516 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.7%), with 5% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.

Population

4,554
Total Population
2,516
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Whiting vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.0%
13% below US avg
Spanish32.0%
139% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Whiting vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whiting is $65,433, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Whiting vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,433
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,671
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$69,524

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.1%
62% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,872
County GDP$31,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,110
Healthcare1,376
Retail1,546
Manufacturing366

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,190
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Whiting is $204,800, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,033 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,945.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,800
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,945
Median List Price$205,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$205,000
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,033
11% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,248

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,190
20% above US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Whiting, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death10,981/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,376
Whiting has a violent crime rate of 41 per 100,000 residents, 89% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,124 per 100,000 (59% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent41.1/100K
89% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery20.6/100K
Assault20.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,123.7/100K
59% above US avg
Burglary287.7/100K
Theft2,568.9/100K
Vehicle Theft267.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)53

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Whiting has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall40.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density2,516/sq mi
Coordinates41.6730°N, 87.4840°W
County FIPS18089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.1%

Winner: Democrat by 5.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,516/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries26
Healthcare Facilities1,376
Restaurants1,110
Retail Stores1,546

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)53
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home9.1%

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