Median Income
$58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.6%
79% lower than US avg
How Whiting Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population316
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.7%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$32,526
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$508M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.7%
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,110 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries1
Is Whiting a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Whiting receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Whiting stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Whiting is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Whiting is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Whiting experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Whiting has a population of 316 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 4.7% Hispanic.
Population
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Whiting is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,125 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,526 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $891 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,805 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 324 |
| County GDP | $508M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,724 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
The median home value in Whiting is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $92,500 |
| 67% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $800 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,724 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.03% |
In Whiting, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Whiting vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.5% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,798/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Whiting vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Whiting has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,110 ft (338 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 313/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5879°N, 95.6112°W |
| County FIPS | 20085 |