Median Income
$43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value
$50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$563
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.9%
49% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
43% lower than US avg
How Widener Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population221
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density402/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans2.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$18,805
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$943M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$563
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity47.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+54.5%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute26 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries1
Is Widener a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Widener receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Widener offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Widener is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Widener is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Widener enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Widener has a population of 221 with a density of 402 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.8%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 43.4% Black.
Population
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Widener is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,750 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,805 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $44,263 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 585 |
| County GDP | $943M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Healthcare | 68 |
| Retail | 84 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,516 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
The median home value in Widener is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $50,000 |
| 82% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $563 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,516 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.03% |
In Widener, 47.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 41.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Widener vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.9% |
| 49% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.6% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.1% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.1% |
| Premature Death | 15,430/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
Widener has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.6 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 402/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0235°N, 90.6819°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05123 |