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Whittemore, MI

Michigan

Whittemore is a small town in Michigan with a population of 447. Residents earn $33,056 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
447 Population 438/sq mi density
$33,056 Median Income $19,268 per capita
$59,600 Home Value $126,081 Zillow
$425 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$33,056 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,600 home value, $425/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,056
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,600
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $425
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population447
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density438/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,056
Per Capita$19,268
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$603M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,600
Rent$425
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,081
Housing Units231
Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking22.1%
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+77.6%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute31 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries3

Is Whittemore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whittemore receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Whittemore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whittemore is $33,056, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whittemore is $59,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Whittemore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Whittemore has a population of 447 with a density of 438 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

447
Total Population
438
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Whittemore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whittemore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whittemore is $33,056, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Whittemore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,056
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,268
Avg Weekly Wage$901
IRS Avg AGI$55,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)349
County GDP$603M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare41
Retail71
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,929
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Whittemore is $59,600, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $425 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,081.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,600
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,081

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$425
63% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%
Housing Units231
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,929
12% above US avg
Effective Rate6.59%
In Whittemore, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.1% are current smokers. 32.0% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma12.8%
COPD10.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.1%
58% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression32.0%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death11,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access47.5%
Healthcare Facilities41
Whittemore has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation778 ft (237 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density438/sq mi
Coordinates44.2337°N, 83.8033°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 80.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+77.6%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density438/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants45
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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