Whittemore, MI

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Whittemore Overview

433
TOTAL POPULATION
208
MALE POPULATION
225
FEMALE POPULATION
92.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.17
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$18,996
PER CAPITA INCOME
$55,521
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$29,667
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
48.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
51.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
140
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
41.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Whittemore Zip Codes

Whittemore Area Codes

Race in Whittemore

The most populous races in Whittemore are White / Caucasian (393 | 90.8%), Two or more Races (38 | 8.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (8 | 1.8%).
Race in Whittemore
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino81.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian39390.8%
Two or more Races388.8%
Some other Race20.5%
Total433100.0%

Ancestry in Whittemore

The most populous ancestries reported in Whittemore are Irish (53 | 12.2%), German (52 | 12.0%), English (45 | 10.4%), Italian (41 | 9.5%), and French (22 | 5.1%), together accounting for 49.2% of all Whittemore residents.
Ancestry in Whittemore
Ancestry# Population% Population
American194.4%
Bhutanese20.5%
British20.5%
Canadian10.2%
Cherokee184.2%
Dutch51.1%
English4510.4%
European92.1%
Finnish30.7%
French225.1%
French Canadian122.8%
German5212.0%
Hungarian81.8%
Irish5312.2%
Italian419.5%
Mexican10.2%
Pennsylvania German10.2%
Polish71.6%
Russian61.4%
Scottish20.5%
Spanish71.6%
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Immigrants in Whittemore

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Whittemore came from England (2 | 0.5%), Europe (2 | 0.5%), and Northern Europe (2 | 0.5%), together accounting for 1.4% of all Whittemore residents.
Immigrants in Whittemore
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
England20.5%
Europe20.5%
Northern Europe20.5%
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Sex and Age in Whittemore

Sex and Age in Whittemore

The most populous age groups in Whittemore are 15 to 19 Years (27 | 13.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (41 | 18.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Whittemore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (4.8%)24 (10.7%)
5 to 9 Years5 (2.4%)16 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Years11 (5.3%)17 (7.6%)
15 to 19 Years27 (13.0%)17 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Years9 (4.3%)11 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Years5 (2.4%)4 (1.8%)
30 to 34 Years25 (12.0%)16 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Years10 (4.8%)8 (3.6%)
40 to 44 Years2 (1.0%)9 (4.0%)
45 to 49 Years3 (1.4%)8 (3.6%)
50 to 54 Years20 (9.6%)5 (2.2%)
55 to 59 Years16 (7.7%)10 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years17 (8.2%)41 (18.2%)
65 to 69 Years10 (4.8%)15 (6.7%)
70 to 74 Years26 (12.5%)7 (3.1%)
75 to 79 Years5 (2.4%)6 (2.7%)
80 to 84 Years1 (0.5%)10 (4.4%)
85 Years and over6 (2.9%)1 (0.4%)
Total208 (100.0%)225 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Whittemore

Median Family Size in Whittemore

The median family size in Whittemore is 3.22 persons per family, with single female/mother families (21 | 24.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.29 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (21 | 24.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.14 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Whittemore
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple45 (51.7%)2.76
Single Male/Father21 (24.1%)2.14
Single Female/Mother21 (24.1%)5.29
Total Families87 (100.0%)3.22

Median Household Size in Whittemore

The median household size in Whittemore is 2.21 persons per household, with single female/mother households (21 | 10.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.62 persons per household. non-family households (109 | 55.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Whittemore
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple45 (23.0%)2.76
Single Male/Father21 (10.7%)2.90
Single Female/Mother21 (10.7%)5.62
Non-family109 (55.6%)1.19
Total Households196 (100.0%)2.21

Household Size by Marriage Status in Whittemore

Out of a total of 196 households in Whittemore, 87 (44.4%) are family households, while 109 (55.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 39, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 92.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Whittemore
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-92 (46.9%)
2-Person Households39 (19.9%)15 (7.6%)
3-Person Households21 (10.7%)2 (1.0%)
4-Person Households9 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households12 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households6 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (44.4%)109 (55.6%)

Female Fertility in Whittemore

Fertility by Age in Whittemore

Average fertility rate in Whittemore is 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 200.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Whittemore
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years5 (100.0%)200.0
Total5 (100.0%)68.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whittemore

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whittemore
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Whittemore

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Whittemore
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree5 (100.0%)167.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total5 (100.0%)68.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whittemore

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whittemore
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)

Income in Whittemore

Income Overview in Whittemore

Per Capita Income in Whittemore is $18,996, while median incomes of families and households are $55,521 and $29,667 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income433$18,996
Median Family Income87$55,521
Mean Family Income87$54,014
Median Household Income196$29,667
Mean Household Income196$41,283
Income Deficit87$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)43348.65%
Wage / Income Gap ($)43351.35¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4330.44

Earnings by Sex in Whittemore

Average Earnings in Whittemore are $32,500, $46,250 for men and $23,750 for women, a difference of 48.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Whittemore
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male76 (54.3%)$46,250
Female64 (45.7%)$23,750
Total140 (100.0%)$32,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whittemore

The most common earnings brackets in Whittemore are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (14 | 18.4%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (8 | 12.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whittemore
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2 (2.6%)2 (3.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4993 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9992 (2.6%)8 (12.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)2 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (4.0%)5 (7.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4992 (2.6%)5 (7.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (2.6%)3 (4.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4991 (1.3%)4 (6.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9993 (4.0%)6 (9.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9996 (7.9%)6 (9.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9999 (11.8%)8 (12.5%)
$35,000 to $39,9991 (1.3%)7 (10.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9993 (4.0%)1 (1.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (4.0%)1 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99914 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99912 (15.8%)5 (7.8%)
$65,000 to $74,9991 (1.3%)1 (1.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+3 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total76 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whittemore

Average earnings in Whittemore are $50,179 for men and $23,750 for women, a difference of 52.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,813, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,594. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $28,333, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $22,708.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whittemore
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,594$0
High School Diploma$53,250$28,333
College or Associate's Degree$57,813$22,708
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree$45,000$0
Total$50,179$23,750

Family Income in Whittemore

Family Income Brackets in Whittemore

According to the Whittemore family income data, there are 38 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 43.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Whittemore
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00022.3%
$10,000 to $14,99922.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991213.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991416.1%
$35,000 to $49,99978.0%
$50,000 to $74,9993843.7%
$75,000 to $99,99922.3%
$100,000 to $149,999910.3%
$150,000 to $199,99911.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whittemore

3-person families (11 | 12.6%) account for the highest median family income in Whittemore with $65,625 per family, while 2-person families (54 | 62.1%) have the highest median income of $26,250 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whittemore
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families54 (62.1%)$52,500
3-Person Families11 (12.6%)$65,625
4-Person Families5 (5.8%)$0
5-Person Families11 (12.6%)$55,625
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families6 (6.9%)$0
Total87 (100.0%)$55,521

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whittemore

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whittemore
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners27 (31.0%)$25,625
1 Earner31 (35.6%)$53,125
2 Earners29 (33.3%)$64,375
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total87 (100.0%)$55,521

Household Income in Whittemore

Household Income Brackets in Whittemore

With 45 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Whittemore, accounting for 23.0% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (0.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Whittemore
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000157.7%
$10,000 to $14,9993919.9%
$15,000 to $24,9992512.8%
$25,000 to $34,9993216.3%
$35,000 to $49,999199.7%
$50,000 to $74,9994523.0%
$75,000 to $99,99963.1%
$100,000 to $149,999126.1%
$150,000 to $199,99910.5%
$200,000+21.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Whittemore

The median household income in Whittemore is $29,667, with the highest median household income of $68,750 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5 households (2.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $16,750, with 63 households (32.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Whittemore
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5 (2.5%)$68,750
25 to 44 Years43 (21.9%)$56,146
45 to 64 Years85 (43.4%)$28,229
65+ Years63 (32.1%)$16,750
Total196 (100.0%)$29,667

Poverty in Whittemore

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whittemore

With 30.3% poverty level for males and 26.1% for females among the residents of Whittemore, 6 to 11 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 9 females (52.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whittemore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years4 (100.0%)6 (28.6%)
12 to 14 Years7 (63.6%)2 (16.7%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years6 (20.0%)8 (40.0%)
35 to 44 Years2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years8 (34.8%)3 (23.1%)
55 to 64 Years6 (18.2%)24 (47.1%)
65 to 74 Years22 (61.1%)4 (18.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (52.9%)
Total63 (30.3%)58 (26.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whittemore

According to the poverty statistics in Whittemore, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whittemore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)15 (71.4%)
12 to 14 Years4 (36.4%)10 (83.3%)
15 Years6 (100.0%)6 (75.0%)
16 and 17 Years12 (60.0%)6 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years10 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years24 (80.0%)12 (60.0%)
35 to 44 Years10 (83.3%)17 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years15 (65.2%)10 (76.9%)
55 to 64 Years27 (81.8%)27 (52.9%)
65 to 74 Years14 (38.9%)18 (81.8%)
75 Years and over12 (100.0%)8 (47.1%)
Total145 (69.7%)164 (73.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whittemore

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Whittemore show that 6.7% or 3 of the total 45 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 20.0%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whittemore
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children28 (96.6%)1 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
3 or 4 Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (93.3%)3 (6.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whittemore

According to the poverty data in Whittemore, 38.1% or 8 single-father households and 19.1% or 4 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (38.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (60.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whittemore
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (38.1%)3 (60.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)1 (20.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (38.1%)4 (19.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whittemore

The poverty data for Whittemore shows that 3 of the married-couple family households (6.7%) and 12 of the single-parent households (28.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (20.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 household (42.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whittemore
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (20.0%)11 (42.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)1 (20.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (6.7%)12 (28.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Whittemore

Employment by Class of Employer in Whittemore

Among the 120 employed individuals in Whittemore, private company employees (79 | 65.8%), local government employees (15 | 12.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (13 | 10.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Whittemore
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7965.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)21.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1310.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations97.5%
Local Government Employees1512.5%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees21.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total120100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Whittemore

According to the labor force statistics for Whittemore, out of the total population over 16 years of age (336), 41.7% or 140 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.7% or 15 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 9 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Whittemore
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years4 (13.3%)2 (50.0%)
20 to 24 Years19 (95.0%)2 (10.5%)
25 to 29 Years9 (100.0%)3 (33.3%)
30 to 34 Years34 (82.9%)3 (8.8%)
35 to 44 Years26 (89.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years19 (52.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years11 (42.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years6 (10.3%)2 (33.3%)
65 to 74 Years11 (19.0%)3 (27.3%)
75 Years and over1 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total140 (41.7%)15 (10.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whittemore

According to labor force statistics for Whittemore, 52.8% of individuals (105) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (199) are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 8 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 70.0% or 14 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.8% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whittemore
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School16 (34.0%)9 (18.8%)
High School Diploma34 (56.7%)2 (2.9%)
College / Associate Degree41 (56.9%)4 (4.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher14 (70.0%)3 (14.3%)
Total105 (52.8%)15 (7.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Whittemore

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whittemore are Community & Social Service (9 | 7.2%), Management (5 | 4.0%), Education, Arts & Media (5 | 4.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (4 | 3.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (3 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Whittemore

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whittemore, the most male-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (75.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Whittemore
OccupationMaleFemale
Management4 (80.0%)1 (20.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
Computers & Mathematics1 (50.0%)1 (50.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (77.8%)2 (22.2%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)12 (57.1%)9 (42.9%)
Total (Overall)70 (56.0%)55 (44.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Whittemore are Food Preparation & Serving (5 | 4.0%), Healthcare Support (4 | 3.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4 | 3.2%), and Personal Care & Service (1 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Whittemore

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Whittemore, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Whittemore
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)5 (35.7%)9 (64.3%)
Total (Overall)70 (56.0%)55 (44.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Whittemore are Sales & Related (17 | 13.6%), and Office & Administration (9 | 7.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Whittemore

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Whittemore
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related5 (29.4%)12 (70.6%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Total (Category)5 (19.2%)21 (80.8%)
Total (Overall)70 (56.0%)55 (44.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Whittemore are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 12.8%), Construction & Extraction (12 | 9.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Whittemore

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Whittemore
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)28 (93.3%)2 (6.7%)
Total (Overall)70 (56.0%)55 (44.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Whittemore are Transportation (12 | 9.6%), Production (11 | 8.8%), and Material Moving (11 | 8.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Whittemore

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Whittemore
OccupationMaleFemale
Production9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
Transportation6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Material Moving5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Total (Category)20 (58.8%)14 (41.2%)
Total (Overall)70 (56.0%)55 (44.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Whittemore

Employment Industries in Whittemore

The major employment industries in Whittemore include Retail Trade (30 | 24.0%), Construction (17 | 13.6%), Manufacturing (14 | 11.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (12 | 9.6%), and Educational Services (11 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries in Whittemore

Employment Industries by Sex in Whittemore

The Whittemore industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (83.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Whittemore
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Wholesale Trade2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade15 (50.0%)15 (50.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (75.0%)1 (25.0%)
Utilities1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Professional & Scientific2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Educational Services4 (36.4%)7 (63.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Public Administration2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (56.0%)55 (44.0%)

Education in Whittemore

School Enrollment in Whittemore

The most common levels of schooling among the 99 students in Whittemore are high school (44 | 44.4%), elementary school (20 | 20.2%), and middle school (19 | 19.2%).
School Enrollment in Whittemore
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten55.1%
Elementary School2020.2%
Middle School1919.2%
High School4444.4%
College / Undergraduate1111.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total99100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whittemore

Out of a total of 99 students who are enrolled in schools in Whittemore, 5 (5.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 94 (94.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 20 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whittemore
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total94 (94.9%)5 (5.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whittemore

Psychology (5 | 14.7%), engineering (5 | 14.7%), business (5 | 14.7%), education (5 | 14.7%), and computers & mathematics (4 | 11.8%) are the most common fields of study among 34 individuals in Whittemore who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whittemore
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics411.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural25.9%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology514.7%
Social Sciences25.9%
Engineering514.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business514.7%
Education514.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts38.8%
Communications25.9%
Arts & Humanities12.9%
Total34100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Whittemore

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whittemore

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Whittemore are males with 3 vehicles (26, accounting for 39.4%) and females with 3 vehicles (16, making up 48.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whittemore
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle13 (19.7%)9 (16.7%)
2 Vehicles19 (28.8%)22 (40.7%)
3 Vehicles26 (39.4%)16 (29.6%)
4 Vehicles5 (7.6%)5 (9.3%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)2 (3.7%)
Total66 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Whittemore

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Whittemore are 45 to 59 minutes (22 commuters, 19.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (20 commuters, 17.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (19 commuters, 16.7%).
Commute Time in Whittemore
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes43.5%
5 to 9 Minutes32.6%
10 to 14 Minutes87.0%
15 to 19 Minutes108.8%
20 to 24 Minutes1916.7%
25 to 29 Minutes43.5%
30 to 34 Minutes2017.5%
35 to 39 Minutes54.4%
40 to 44 Minutes21.8%
45 to 59 Minutes2219.3%
60 to 89 Minutes108.8%
90 or more Minutes76.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Whittemore

The most common commute times in Whittemore are 45 to 59 minutes (19 commuters, 31.7%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (13 commuters, 24.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Whittemore
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2 (3.3%)2 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes1 (1.7%)2 (3.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes3 (5.0%)5 (9.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (18.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (10.0%)13 (24.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes2 (3.3%)2 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes8 (13.3%)12 (22.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes1 (1.7%)4 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes1 (1.7%)1 (1.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes19 (31.7%)3 (5.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes10 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes7 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whittemore

The most frequent times of departure to work in Whittemore are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (12, 20.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (9, 16.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whittemore
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4 (6.7%)8 (14.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4 (6.7%)5 (9.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM7 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM6 (10.0%)9 (16.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM11 (18.3%)4 (7.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM12 (20.0%)6 (11.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1 (1.7%)3 (5.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (7.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (7.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM5 (8.3%)9 (16.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4 (6.7%)2 (3.7%)
Total60 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Whittemore

Occupancy by Ownership in Whittemore

Of the total 196 dwellings in Whittemore, owner-occupied units account for 129 (65.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 67 (34.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Whittemore
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units12965.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6734.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units196100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Whittemore

Occupancy by Household Size in Whittemore
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9246.9%
2-Person Household5427.6%
3-Person Household2311.7%
4+ Person Household2713.8%
Total Housing Units196100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whittemore

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whittemore
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household53 (57.6%)39 (42.4%)
2-Person Household43 (79.6%)11 (20.4%)
3-Person Household12 (52.2%)11 (47.8%)
4+ Person Household21 (77.8%)6 (22.2%)
Total Housing Units129 (65.8%)67 (34.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whittemore

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whittemore
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School20 (43.5%)26 (56.5%)
High School Diploma37 (88.1%)5 (11.9%)
College/Associate Degree54 (62.1%)33 (37.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher18 (85.7%)3 (14.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whittemore

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whittemore
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2814.3%
35 to 44 Years2010.2%
45 to 54 Years2613.3%
55 to 64 Years5930.1%
65 to 74 Years3819.4%
75 to 84 Years199.7%
85 Years and Over63.1%
Total196100.0%

Housing Finances in Whittemore

Median Income by Occupancy in Whittemore

Median Income by Occupancy in Whittemore
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied129 (65.8%)$38,958
Renter-Occupied67 (34.2%)$14,821
Average196 (100.0%)$29,667

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whittemore

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whittemore
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)10 (14.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)5 (7.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99920 (15.5%)19 (28.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (7.7%)7 (10.4%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (4.6%)2 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (19.4%)7 (10.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99917 (13.2%)2 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (23.3%)15 (22.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99912 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more3 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (100.0%)67 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whittemore

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whittemore
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30027 (20.9%)12 (17.9%)
$300 to $49936 (27.9%)24 (35.8%)
$500 to $79932 (24.8%)10 (14.9%)
$800 to $99919 (14.7%)7 (10.4%)
$1,000 to $1,4999 (7.0%)5 (7.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9995 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4991 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (100.0%)67 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Whittemore

Housing Structures in Whittemore

Housing Structures in Whittemore
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached13367.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments10.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments21.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments52.5%
10 or more Apartments4321.9%
Mobile Home / Other126.1%
Total196100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whittemore

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whittemore
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached112 (84.2%)21 (15.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Total129 (65.8%)67 (34.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whittemore

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whittemore
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room4 (3.1%)1 (1.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms6 (4.6%)32 (47.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms28 (21.7%)27 (40.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms33 (25.6%)6 (9.0%)
8 or more Rooms58 (45.0%)1 (1.5%)
Total129 (100.0%)67 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whittemore

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whittemore
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas86 (66.7%)20 (29.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas5 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity9 (7.0%)47 (70.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels28 (21.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (100.0%)67 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Whittemore

Household Vehicle Usage in Whittemore
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle7 (5.4%)17 (25.4%)
1 Vehicle32 (24.8%)34 (50.7%)
2 Vehicles61 (47.3%)7 (10.4%)
3 or more Vehicles29 (22.5%)9 (13.4%)
Total129 (100.0%)67 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Whittemore

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Whittemore

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7851
Median Property Value$40,800$82,500
Median Household Income$29,091$2
Monthly Housing Costs$365$0
Real Estate Taxes$893$4

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whittemore

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whittemore
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00051 (65.4%)9 (17.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99920 (25.6%)28 (54.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9995 (6.4%)12 (23.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)2 (3.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9992 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whittemore

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whittemore
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99926 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (21.8%)10 (19.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (14.1%)8 (15.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99918 (23.1%)6 (11.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)12 (23.5%)
$100,000 to $149,9995 (6.4%)6 (11.8%)
$150,000 or more1 (1.3%)7 (13.7%)
Total78 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whittemore

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whittemore
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x59 (75.6%)51,250 (100,490.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x13 (16.7%)29 (56.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x1 (1.3%)13 (25.5%)
4.0x or more5 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total78 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whittemore

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whittemore
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80024 (30.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49946 (59.0%)12 (23.5%)
$800 to $1,4996 (7.7%)23 (45.1%)
Total78 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Whittemore

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whittemore

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whittemore
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years26 (74.3%)9 (25.7%)
6 to 18 Years79 (88.8%)10 (11.2%)
19 to 25 Years22 (91.7%)2 (8.3%)
26 to 34 Years27 (55.1%)22 (44.9%)
35 to 44 Years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years31 (86.1%)5 (13.9%)
55 to 64 Years72 (85.7%)12 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years40 (69.0%)18 (31.0%)
75 Years and older29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total355 (82.0%)78 (18.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whittemore

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whittemore
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born26 (74.3%)9 (25.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen79 (88.8%)10 (11.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen22 (91.7%)2 (8.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whittemore

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whittemore
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00082 (79.6%)21 (20.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999112 (88.2%)15 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999117 (76.0%)37 (24.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over35 (87.5%)5 (12.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whittemore

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whittemore
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625 (71.4%)6 (17.1%)
6 to 18 Years69 (77.5%)14 (15.7%)
19 to 25 Years12 (50.0%)10 (41.7%)
25 to 34 Years24 (49.0%)5 (10.2%)
35 to 44 Years16 (55.2%)16 (55.2%)
45 to 54 Years19 (52.8%)12 (33.3%)
55 to 64 Years46 (54.8%)30 (35.7%)
65 to 74 Years40 (69.0%)20 (34.5%)
75 Years and over29 (100.0%)20 (69.0%)
Total280 (64.7%)133 (30.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whittemore

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whittemore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (7.1%)2 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years12 (30.0%)5 (14.7%)
35 to 64 Years29 (42.6%)42 (51.8%)
65 to 74 Years22 (61.1%)8 (36.4%)
75 Years and over8 (66.7%)9 (52.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Whittemore

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Whittemore: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (17.6%)4 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years2 (5.6%)2 (9.1%)
75 Years and over4 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Whittemore: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (5.9%)7 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years1 (2.8%)1 (4.5%)
75 Years and over2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Whittemore: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (4.8%)2 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (8.8%)
35 to 64 Years17 (25.0%)10 (12.3%)
65 to 74 Years19 (52.8%)7 (31.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (47.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Whittemore: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (25.0%)28 (34.6%)
65 to 74 Years19 (52.8%)8 (36.4%)
75 Years and over6 (50.0%)9 (52.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Whittemore: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (26.5%)2 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years1 (2.8%)7 (31.8%)
75 Years and over2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Whittemore

Computing Device Access in Whittemore

Computing Device Access in Whittemore
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop11357.7%
Smartphone16182.1%
Tablet9146.4%
No Computing Device199.7%
Total196100.0%

Internet Access in Whittemore

Internet Access in Whittemore
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home11257.1%
Cellular Data Only3015.3%
Satellite Internet136.6%
No Internet4623.5%
Total196100.0%

Whittemore Summary

Whittemore is a small village located in the northeast corner of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. It is situated in the middle of Huron County, approximately 20 miles south of Alpena and 30 miles north of Bay City. The village is home to a population of just over 1,000 people, and is surrounded by a rural landscape of rolling hills, forests, and farmland.

History

Whittemore was first settled in 1871 by a group of settlers from New York. The village was named after the Whittemore family, who were among the first settlers. The village was officially incorporated in 1887.
In the early 1900s, Whittemore was a thriving agricultural community. The village was home to several grain elevators, a creamery, and a cheese factory. The village also had a sawmill, a blacksmith shop, and a general store.
In the 1950s, Whittemore began to experience a decline in population as many of its residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities. The village’s population has remained relatively stable since then, with a slight increase in recent years.

Geography

Whittemore is located in the northeast corner of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. It is situated in the middle of Huron County, approximately 20 miles south of Alpena and 30 miles north of Bay City. The village is surrounded by a rural landscape of rolling hills, forests, and farmland.
The village is located on the banks of the Rifle River, which flows through the center of town. The river is a popular destination for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.

Economy

Whittemore’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The village is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The village also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Whittemore had a population of 1,072 people. The racial makeup of the village was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in Whittemore was $37,500, and the median family income was $45,000. The per capita income for the village was $18,000. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Whittemore?
Total Population of Whittemore is 433.
What is the Total Male Population of Whittemore?
Total Male Population of Whittemore is 208.
What is the Total Female Population of Whittemore?
Total Female Population of Whittemore is 225.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Whittemore?
There are 92.44 Males per 100 Females in Whittemore.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Whittemore?
There are 108.17 Females per 100 Males in Whittemore.
What is the Median Population Age in Whittemore?
Median Population Age in Whittemore is 43.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Whittemore
Average Family Size in Whittemore is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Whittemore
Average Household Size in Whittemore is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Whittemore?
Per Capita income in Whittemore is $18,996.
What is the Median Family Income in Whittemore?
Median Family Income in Whittemore is $55,521.
What is the Median Household income in Whittemore?
Median Household Income in Whittemore is $29,667.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Whittemore?
Income or Wage Gap in Whittemore is 48.6%.
Women in Whittemore earn 51.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Whittemore?
Inequality or Gini Index in Whittemore is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Whittemore?
There are 140 People in the Labor Forcein in Whittemore.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Whittemore?
41.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Whittemore.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Whittemore?
Unemployment Rate in Whittemore is 10.7%.