All Countries
Whittemore, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Arenac County County
Whittemore, MI
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 $33,056 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,268. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 349 business establishments, including 45 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whittemore is $59,600 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $126,081. Median rent is $425/month, with 33.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Whittemore reports 193 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,046/100K.
Education
8.3% of adults in Whittemore hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 77.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 gets 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.