Median Income
$51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$124,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$711
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
69% lower than US avg
How Wittenberg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population992
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density548/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$28,915
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$124,600
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,524
Rent Burden28.4%
Health
Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation1,182 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+78.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute25 min
Libraries5
Is Wittenberg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wittenberg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Wittenberg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wittenberg is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wittenberg is $124,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Wittenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Wittenberg has a population of 992 with a density of 548 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 9.9% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.
Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wittenberg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wittenberg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wittenberg is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Wittenberg vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,875 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,915 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,094 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,853 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,939 |
| County GDP | $5,836M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 217 |
| Healthcare | 230 |
| Retail | 206 |
| Manufacturing | 75 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,247 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |
The median home value in Wittenberg is $124,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,524.
Home Values
| Census Median | $124,600 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $259,524 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $711 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,247 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.01% |
In Wittenberg, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wittenberg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,999/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 230 |
Crime Rates: Wittenberg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Wittenberg has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-9°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.0 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,182 ft (360 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 548/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8269°N, 89.1666°W |
| County FIPS | 55097 |