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Whitmore, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Whitmore is a small town in California with a population of 204. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
204 Population 31/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $38,441 per capita
$331,700 Home Value $382,283 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$331,700 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $331,700
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$38,441
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute41 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$331,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$382,283
Housing Units138
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity28.1%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking12.7%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+99.5%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute41 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Whitmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitmore receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Whitmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitmore is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitmore is $331,700, 18% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitmore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Whitmore has a population of 204 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

204
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitmore is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Whitmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,441
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.4 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitmore is $331,700, 18% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $382,283.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$331,700
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$382,283

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$226
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Whitmore, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Whitmore has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates40.6125°N, 121.9359°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+99.5%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.4 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.5%

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