Whitingham, VT

Vermont

Whitingham is a small town in Vermont with a population of 147. Residents earn $87,679 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
147 Population 919/sq mi density
$87,679 Median Income $23,544 per capita
$222,200 Home Value $313,832 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$87,679 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,200 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,679
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,200
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.4%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density919/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,679
Per Capita$23,544
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,098M

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,832

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation1,639 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+96.5%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
CommuteN/A
Broadband38.0%
Libraries18

Is Whitingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitingham receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Whitingham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitingham is $87,679, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitingham is $222,200, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitingham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Whitingham has a population of 147 with a density of 919 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

147
Total Population
919
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Whitingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitingham is $87,679, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Whitingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,679
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,544
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,493
County GDP$3,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare164
Retail221
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,612
146% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitingham is $222,200, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,832.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,200
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,832

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,612
146% above US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
In Whitingham, 20.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.4%
36% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure21.4%
Asthma7.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress12.0%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate52.9%
Premature Death8,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Whitingham has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,639 ft (500 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density919/sq mi
Coordinates42.7892°N, 72.8833°W
County FIPS50025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42.7-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.9%
D 69.6%

Winner: Democrat by 42.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score6.02
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density919/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants218
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home3.4%

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