Whittemore, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Palo Alto County County
Whittemore, IA
At a Glance
How Whittemore Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whittemore's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whittemore a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whittemore residents earn a median household income of $77,054 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,326. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 336 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whittemore is $88,700 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $169,868. Median rent is $508/month, with 10.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Education
20.2% of adults in Whittemore hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whittemore has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.