Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Whiting Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population52
Median Age74.2 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female79% / 21%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$663M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation4,872 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.13
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
CommuteN/A
Broadband50.0%
Libraries4
Is Whiting a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Whiting receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Whiting stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Whiting experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches, including 39.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Whiting has a population of 52 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 74.2 years, 91% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
74.2yrs
Median Age
91% 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 N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,024 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,204 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 429 |
| County GDP | $663M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,382 |
| 3% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $785 |
| 1 Bedroom | $824 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,044 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,399 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,719 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,382 |
| 3% below US avg |
In Whiting, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Whiting vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,706/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Whiting vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Whiting has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.1 inches |
| 63% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,872 ft (1,485 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0089°N, 104.9711°W |
| County FIPS | 56031 |