Median Income
$37,639
50% lower than US avg
Home Value
$279,300
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.6%
2% higher than US avg
How Wimer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population449
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
C+
Median Income$37,639
Per Capita$18,709
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$3,924M
Commute93 min
Housing
C
Home Value$279,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation1,399 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 34%
Commute93 min
Libraries4
Is Wimer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wimer receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Wimer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wimer is $37,639, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 93 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wimer is $279,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Wimer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Wimer has a population of 449 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above 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 Wimer is $37,639, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 93 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,639 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,709 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $945 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,613 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.3% |
| 103% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,806 |
| County GDP | $3,924M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 231 |
| Healthcare | 311 |
| Retail | 319 |
| Manufacturing | 101 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,452 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.24% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 93.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
The median home value in Wimer is $279,300, 1% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $279,300 |
| 1% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,452 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.24% |
In Wimer, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.7% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wimer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 30.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,791/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 311 |
Crime Rates: Wimer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| FEMA Disasters | 546 |
Safety Score
Wimer has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.7 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,399 ft (426 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5525°N, 123.1459°W |
| County FIPS | 41033 |