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Whiting, KS
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Whiting, KS
At a Glance
How Whiting Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whiting's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whiting a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whiting residents earn a median household income of $58,125 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,526. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 324 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whiting is $92,500 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,582. Median rent is $800/month, with 26.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
Whiting reports 113 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,919/100K.
Education
29.5% of adults in Whiting hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whiting has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.