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Whittlesey, WI

Wisconsin

Whittlesey is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 93. Residents earn $63,250 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
93 Population 82/sq mi density
$63,250 Median Income $43,790 per capita
$176,800 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,250 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,800 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,250
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,250
Per Capita$43,790
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$1,109M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.4%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute19 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries5

Is Whittlesey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whittlesey receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Whittlesey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whittlesey is $63,250, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whittlesey is $176,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Whittlesey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches, including 57.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Whittlesey has a population of 93 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

93
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Whittlesey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whittlesey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whittlesey is $63,250, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Whittlesey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,250
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,790
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$61,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,109M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare46
Retail65
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Whittlesey is $176,800, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,800
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Whittlesey, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.2%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.3%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,985
Dentists1:1,665
Mental Health1:802
Checkup Rate68.7%
Dental Visits57.7%
Premature Death6,980/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities46
Whittlesey has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall57.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates45.2206°N, 90.3232°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants50
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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