Median Income
$44,526
41% lower than US avg
Home Value
$140,200
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$816
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
19.1%
431% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
26.7%
115% higher than US avg
How Whitney Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,070
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density1,029/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
D
Median Income$44,526
Per Capita$24,892
Unemployment19.1%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$12,159M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$140,200
Rent$816
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,473
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation950 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 50%
Commute30 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9
Is Whitney Point a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Whitney Point receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Whitney Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Whitney Point is $44,526, 41% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Whitney Point is $140,200, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $816 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Whitney Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Whitney Point has a population of 1,070 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).
Population
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Whitney Point vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.0% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| 55% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Whitney Point vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Whitney Point is $44,526, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Whitney Point vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,526 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,892 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,181 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,184 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 19.1% |
| 431% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% |
| 115% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,376 |
| County GDP | $12,159M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 504 |
| Healthcare | 494 |
| Retail | 617 |
| Manufacturing | 152 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,950 |
| 127% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.67% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.9 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
The median home value in Whitney Point is $140,200, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $816 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,473.
Home Values
| Census Median | $140,200 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $180,473 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $816 |
| 30% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,950 |
| 127% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.67% |
In Whitney Point, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Whitney Point vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,128/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 494 |
Crime Rates: Whitney Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Whitney Point has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.3 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 950 ft (290 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,029/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3306°N, 75.9716°W |
| County FIPS | 36007 |