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Whiting, MO

Missouri

Whiting is a small town in Missouri with a population of 76. Residents earn $21,161 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
76 Population 292/sq mi density
$21,161 Median Income $17,976 per capita
$13,200 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 247 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$21,161 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$13,200 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,161
72% lower than US avg
Home Value $13,200
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population76
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,161
Per Capita$17,976
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$13,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units74
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity43.6%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking22.0%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation308 ft (94 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute12 min
Broadband55.0%

Is Whiting a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whiting receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Whiting offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whiting is $21,161, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whiting is $13,200, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Whiting enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Whiting has a population of 76 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%).

Population

76
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Whiting vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Whiting vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whiting is $21,161, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Whiting vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,161
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,976

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Whiting is $13,200, 95% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$13,200
95% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

In Whiting, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 22.0% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.0%
57% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.5%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits51.7%

Food & Exercise

Whiting has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. The area enjoys 247 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall3.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates36.7889°N, 89.3740°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

East Prairie, MO 2,930 pop · 0.9 mi Charleston, MO 4,565 pop · 9.2 mi Sikeston, MO 16,231 pop · 13.3 mi Cairo, IL 1,699 pop · 18.4 mi Hickman, KY 2,033 pop · 18.6 mi Lilbourn, MO 1,021 pop · 19.1 mi New Madrid, MO 2,720 pop · 22.4 mi Clinton, KY 1,246 pop · 22.7 mi Oran, MO 1,137 pop · 25.7 mi Tiptonville, TN 3,687 pop · 29.1 mi Scott City, MO 4,354 pop · 30.7 mi Union City, TN 11,040 pop · 30.9 mi Portageville, MO 2,869 pop · 30.9 mi Chaffee, MO 3,039 pop · 31.2 mi
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