Median Income
$66,625
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$201,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,577
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.2%
90% lower than US avg
How Whitsett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population592
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,625
Per Capita$39,190
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$9,014M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$201,800
Rent$1,577
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,810
Rent Burden32.5%
Health
Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation682 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute29 min
Broadband80.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries5
Is Whitsett a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Whitsett receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Whitsett stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Whitsett is $66,625, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Whitsett is $201,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,577 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Whitsett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Whitsett has a population of 592 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 6.6% Black.
Population
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Whitsett is $66,625, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,625 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,190 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,010 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,841 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.2% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,409 |
| County GDP | $9,014M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 370 |
| Healthcare | 393 |
| Retail | 609 |
| Manufacturing | 189 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,444 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 93.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Whitsett is $201,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,577 (36% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,810.
Home Values
| Census Median | $201,800 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $321,810 |
| Median List Price | $195,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $195,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $142 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,577 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,855 |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,444 |
| 2% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.71% |
In Whitsett, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Whitsett vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.0% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.4% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,571/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 393 |
Crime Rates: Whitsett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 25 |
Safety Score
Whitsett has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 229/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0792°N, 79.5723°W |
| County FIPS | 37001 |