Whitefish, MT

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Whitefish Overview

8,098
TOTAL POPULATION
4,004
MALE POPULATION
4,094
FEMALE POPULATION
97.80
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.25
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$58,504
PER CAPITA INCOME
$122,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,919
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,711
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Whitefish Zip Codes

Whitefish Area Codes

Race in Whitefish

The most populous races in Whitefish are White / Caucasian (7,708 | 95.2%), Two or more Races (316 | 3.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (135 | 1.7%).
Race in Whitefish
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1351.7%
Native / Alaskan550.7%
White / Caucasian7,70895.2%
Two or more Races3163.9%
Some other Race190.2%
Total8,098100.0%

Ancestry in Whitefish

The most populous ancestries reported in Whitefish are German (2,053 | 25.4%), English (1,756 | 21.7%), Irish (872 | 10.8%), Norwegian (538 | 6.6%), and French (388 | 4.8%), together accounting for 69.2% of all Whitefish residents.
Ancestry in Whitefish
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1832.3%
Armenian450.6%
Austrian90.1%
Belgian841.0%
Blackfeet390.5%
British470.6%
Canadian120.2%
Chickasaw410.5%
Chippewa160.2%
Colombian730.9%
Czechoslovakian160.2%
Danish1341.7%
Dutch2643.3%
Eastern European40.1%
English1,75621.7%
European1752.2%
Finnish600.7%
French3884.8%
French Canadian150.2%
German2,05325.4%
German Russian70.1%
Hungarian831.0%
Irish87210.8%
Italian2122.6%
Lithuanian600.7%
Mexican260.3%
Native Hawaiian861.1%
Northern European1541.9%
Norwegian5386.6%
Polish3724.6%
Portuguese300.4%
Puerto Rican90.1%
Russian1081.3%
Scandinavian1101.4%
Scotch-Irish590.7%
Scottish1922.4%
Slovak90.1%
South American730.9%
Spaniard270.3%
Swedish3564.4%
Swiss380.5%
Turkish1662.1%
Welsh580.7%
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Immigrants in Whitefish

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Whitefish came from Canada (108 | 1.3%), Europe (96 | 1.2%), Northern Europe (74 | 0.9%), England (53 | 0.6%), and Latin America (39 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.6% of all Whitefish residents.
Immigrants in Whitefish
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada1081.3%
Central America70.1%
Colombia320.4%
Eastern Europe120.2%
England530.6%
Europe961.2%
Germany100.1%
Ireland10.0%
Latin America390.5%
Mexico70.1%
Northern Europe740.9%
Poland120.2%
Scotland190.2%
South America320.4%
Western Europe100.1%
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Sex and Age in Whitefish

Sex and Age in Whitefish

The most populous age groups in Whitefish are 35 to 39 Years (415 | 10.4%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (385 | 9.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Whitefish
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years247 (6.2%)69 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Years163 (4.1%)221 (5.4%)
10 to 14 Years228 (5.7%)145 (3.5%)
15 to 19 Years216 (5.4%)190 (4.6%)
20 to 24 Years123 (3.1%)107 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Years356 (8.9%)324 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years336 (8.4%)325 (7.9%)
35 to 39 Years415 (10.4%)288 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years150 (3.7%)385 (9.4%)
45 to 49 Years266 (6.6%)153 (3.7%)
50 to 54 Years230 (5.7%)309 (7.5%)
55 to 59 Years238 (5.9%)333 (8.1%)
60 to 64 Years205 (5.1%)283 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years303 (7.6%)299 (7.3%)
70 to 74 Years156 (3.9%)288 (7.0%)
75 to 79 Years268 (6.7%)276 (6.7%)
80 to 84 Years56 (1.4%)38 (0.9%)
85 Years and over48 (1.2%)61 (1.5%)
Total4,004 (100.0%)4,094 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Whitefish

Median Family Size in Whitefish

The median family size in Whitefish is 2.82 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,675 | 83.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.88 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (51 | 2.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.41 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Whitefish
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,675 (83.2%)2.88
Single Male/Father51 (2.5%)2.41
Single Female/Mother288 (14.3%)2.54
Total Families2,014 (100.0%)2.82

Median Household Size in Whitefish

The median household size in Whitefish is 2.08 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,675 | 43.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.88 persons per household. non-family households (1,803 | 47.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Whitefish
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,675 (43.9%)2.88
Single Male/Father51 (1.3%)2.73
Single Female/Mother288 (7.5%)2.65
Non-family1,803 (47.2%)1.23
Total Households3,817 (100.0%)2.08

Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitefish

Out of a total of 3,817 households in Whitefish, 2,014 (52.8%) are family households, while 1,803 (47.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,137, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,505.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitefish
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,505 (39.4%)
2-Person Households1,137 (29.8%)249 (6.5%)
3-Person Households286 (7.5%)34 (0.9%)
4-Person Households431 (11.3%)15 (0.4%)
5-Person Households115 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households45 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,014 (52.8%)1,803 (47.2%)

Female Fertility in Whitefish

Fertility by Age in Whitefish

Average fertility rate in Whitefish is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 136.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Whitefish
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years103 (81.8%)136.0
35 to 50 years23 (18.2%)27.0
Total126 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitefish

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitefish
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Whitefish

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Whitefish
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 Degree80 (63.5%)186.0
Bachelor's Degree46 (36.5%)57.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total126 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitefish

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitefish
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Whitefish

Income Overview in Whitefish

Per Capita Income in Whitefish is $58,504, while median incomes of families and households are $122,500 and $69,919 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,098$58,504
Median Family Income2,014$122,500
Mean Family Income2,014$165,642
Median Household Income3,817$69,919
Mean Household Income3,817$120,009
Income Deficit2,014$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,09830.14%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,09869.86¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,0980.53

Earnings by Sex in Whitefish

Average Earnings in Whitefish are $41,872, $48,799 for men and $34,091 for women, a difference of 30.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Whitefish
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,425 (48.5%)$48,799
Female2,576 (51.5%)$34,091
Total5,001 (100.0%)$41,872

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitefish

The most common earnings brackets in Whitefish are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (463 | 19.1%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (282 | 11.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitefish
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less101 (4.2%)172 (6.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99973 (3.0%)147 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49967 (2.8%)128 (5.0%)
$7,500 to $9,999100 (4.1%)56 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49971 (2.9%)46 (1.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99937 (1.5%)45 (1.8%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)39 (1.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99930 (1.2%)79 (3.1%)
$20,000 to $22,49973 (3.0%)115 (4.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99918 (0.7%)99 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999184 (7.6%)274 (10.6%)
$30,000 to $34,999197 (8.1%)116 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99918 (0.7%)59 (2.3%)
$40,000 to $44,999154 (6.4%)155 (6.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999126 (5.2%)99 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99984 (3.5%)167 (6.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999129 (5.3%)282 (11.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99987 (3.6%)48 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999463 (19.1%)182 (7.1%)
$100,000+413 (17.0%)268 (10.4%)
Total2,425 (100.0%)2,576 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitefish

Average earnings in Whitefish are $55,049 for men and $40,721 for women, a difference of 26.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $100,583, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $40,313. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $85,640, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,745.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitefish
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,329$25,745
College or Associate's Degree$40,313$33,003
Bachelor's Degree$56,198$51,051
Graduate Degree$100,583$85,640
Total$55,049$40,721

Family Income in Whitefish

Family Income Brackets in Whitefish

According to the Whitefish family income data, there are 453 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Whitefish
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000462.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999482.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991155.7%
$35,000 to $49,999643.2%
$50,000 to $74,99932216.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991959.7%
$100,000 to $149,99945322.5%
$150,000 to $199,99936918.3%
$200,000+40119.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitefish

4-person families (431 | 21.4%) account for the highest median family income in Whitefish with $151,948 per family, while 2-person families (1,178 | 58.5%) have the highest median income of $53,788 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitefish
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,178 (58.5%)$107,577
3-Person Families245 (12.2%)$0
4-Person Families431 (21.4%)$151,948
5-Person Families115 (5.7%)$0
6-Person Families45 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,014 (100.0%)$122,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitefish

The median family income in Whitefish is $122,500, with families comprising 2 earners (870) having the highest median family income of $161,513, while families with no earners (207) have the lowest median family income of $59,875, accounting for 43.2% and 10.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitefish
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners207 (10.3%)$59,875
1 Earner728 (36.1%)$75,185
2 Earners870 (43.2%)$161,513
3+ Earners209 (10.4%)$135,881
Total2,014 (100.0%)$122,500

Household Income in Whitefish

Household Income Brackets in Whitefish

With 828 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Whitefish, accounting for 21.7% of all households. In contrast, only 118 households (3.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Whitefish
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001413.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991183.1%
$15,000 to $24,9992947.7%
$25,000 to $34,9993519.2%
$35,000 to $49,9992757.2%
$50,000 to $74,99982821.7%
$75,000 to $99,99940510.6%
$100,000 to $149,99951913.6%
$150,000 to $199,9993789.9%
$200,000+51113.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Whitefish

The median household income in Whitefish is $69,919, with the highest median household income of $97,539 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,223 households (32.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 70 households (1.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Whitefish
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years70 (1.8%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,301 (34.1%)$87,161
45 to 64 Years1,223 (32.0%)$97,539
65+ Years1,223 (32.0%)$42,098
Total3,817 (100.0%)$69,919

Poverty in Whitefish

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitefish

With 4.6% poverty level for males and 8.8% for females among the residents of Whitefish, 6 to 11 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 51 males (18.8%) and 19 females (19.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitefish
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years51 (18.8%)50 (16.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)19 (19.6%)
18 to 24 Years1 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years42 (6.1%)108 (16.6%)
35 to 44 Years12 (2.2%)36 (5.5%)
45 to 54 Years28 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years10 (2.3%)45 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years38 (8.7%)82 (14.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (4.0%)
Total182 (4.6%)354 (8.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitefish

According to the poverty statistics in Whitefish, 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 Whitefish
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years236 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)
5 Years32 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years221 (81.2%)247 (83.2%)
12 to 14 Years87 (100.0%)50 (100.0%)
15 Years95 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years70 (100.0%)78 (80.4%)
18 to 24 Years173 (99.4%)158 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years648 (93.9%)541 (83.4%)
35 to 44 Years539 (97.8%)621 (94.5%)
45 to 54 Years466 (94.3%)454 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years428 (97.7%)553 (92.5%)
65 to 74 Years398 (91.3%)487 (85.6%)
75 Years and over345 (100.0%)334 (96.0%)
Total3,738 (95.4%)3,653 (91.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitefish

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Whitefish show that 1.8% or 30 of the total 1,675 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.1%, comprising of 30 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitefish
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children941 (96.9%)30 (3.1%)
1 or 2 Children623 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,645 (98.2%)30 (1.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitefish

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitefish
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)64 (55.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)64 (22.2%)

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

The poverty data for Whitefish shows that 30 of the married-couple family households (1.8%) and 64 of the single-parent households (18.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 30 households (3.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 64 household (49.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whitefish
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children30 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)64 (49.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total30 (1.8%)64 (18.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Whitefish

Employment by Class of Employer in Whitefish

Among the 4,536 employed individuals in Whitefish, private company employees (3,129 | 69.0%), self-employed (not incorporated) (424 | 9.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (351 | 7.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Whitefish
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,12969.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2425.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4249.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations3517.7%
Local Government Employees1964.3%
State Government Employees501.1%
Federal Government Employees1443.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,536100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Whitefish

According to the labor force statistics for Whitefish, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,888), 68.4% or 4,711 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 118 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 97.6% or 645 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.5% or 64 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Whitefish
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years175 (65.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years161 (70.0%)19 (11.8%)
25 to 29 Years600 (88.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years645 (97.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,130 (91.3%)19 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years850 (88.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years440 (77.1%)64 (14.5%)
60 to 64 Years179 (36.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years336 (32.1%)17 (5.1%)
75 Years and over193 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,711 (68.4%)118 (2.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitefish

According to labor force statistics for Whitefish, 83.6% of individuals (3,842) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,596) are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 85 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 85.1% or 2,476 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.7% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitefish
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School19 (35.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma511 (81.1%)23 (3.7%)
College / Associate Degree838 (83.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,476 (85.1%)76 (2.6%)
Total3,842 (83.6%)101 (2.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Whitefish

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitefish are Management (696 | 15.2%), Community & Social Service (483 | 10.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (297 | 6.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (289 | 6.3%), and Health Technologists (251 | 5.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Whitefish

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitefish, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (90.5%), Life, Physical & Social Science (82.6%), and Business & Financial (69.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Whitefish
OccupationMaleFemale
Management363 (52.2%)333 (47.8%)
Business & Financial62 (30.5%)141 (69.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science232 (80.3%)57 (19.7%)
Computers & Mathematics101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science12 (17.4%)57 (82.6%)
Community & Social Service 202 (41.8%)281 (58.2%)
Education, Arts & Media9 (9.5%)86 (90.5%)
Legal Services & Support12 (32.4%)25 (67.6%)
Education Instruction & Library103 (47.2%)115 (52.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment78 (58.7%)55 (41.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating106 (35.7%)191 (64.3%)
Health Technologists106 (42.2%)145 (57.8%)
Total (Category)965 (49.0%)1,003 (51.0%)
Total (Overall)2,247 (48.9%)2,343 (51.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Whitefish are Food Preparation & Serving (358 | 7.8%), Personal Care & Service (160 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (135 | 2.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (101 | 2.2%), and Healthcare Support (98 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Whitefish

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Whitefish, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (83.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (84.4%), and Law Enforcement (67.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Whitefish
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)98 (100.0%)
Security & Protection112 (83.0%)23 (17.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement11 (32.4%)23 (67.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving144 (40.2%)214 (59.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance39 (60.9%)25 (39.1%)
Personal Care & Service25 (15.6%)135 (84.4%)
Total (Category)320 (39.3%)495 (60.7%)
Total (Overall)2,247 (48.9%)2,343 (51.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Whitefish are Sales & Related (743 | 16.2%), and Office & Administration (442 | 9.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Whitefish

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Whitefish
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related358 (48.2%)385 (51.8%)
Office & Administration127 (28.7%)315 (71.3%)
Total (Category)485 (40.9%)700 (59.1%)
Total (Overall)2,247 (48.9%)2,343 (51.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Whitefish are Construction & Extraction (234 | 5.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (68 | 1.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (58 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Whitefish

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Whitefish
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry10 (17.2%)48 (82.8%)
Construction & Extraction214 (91.4%)20 (8.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair40 (58.8%)28 (41.2%)
Total (Category)264 (73.3%)96 (26.7%)
Total (Overall)2,247 (48.9%)2,343 (51.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Whitefish are Production (157 | 3.4%), Material Moving (69 | 1.5%), and Transportation (36 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Whitefish

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Whitefish
OccupationMaleFemale
Production124 (79.0%)33 (21.0%)
Transportation36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving53 (76.8%)16 (23.2%)
Total (Category)213 (81.3%)49 (18.7%)
Total (Overall)2,247 (48.9%)2,343 (51.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitefish

Employment Industries in Whitefish

The major employment industries in Whitefish include Retail Trade (683 | 14.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (565 | 12.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (480 | 10.5%), Professional & Scientific (475 | 10.3%), and Construction (419 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in Whitefish

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitefish

The Whitefish industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Information (79.2%), and Manufacturing (74.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (69.7%), Finance & Insurance (68.9%), and Retail Trade (66.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Whitefish
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting169 (68.4%)78 (31.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction21 (60.0%)14 (40.0%)
Construction308 (73.5%)111 (26.5%)
Manufacturing176 (74.0%)62 (26.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade226 (33.1%)457 (66.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information80 (79.2%)21 (20.8%)
Finance & Insurance75 (31.1%)166 (68.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing105 (55.3%)85 (44.7%)
Professional & Scientific305 (64.2%)170 (35.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support35 (54.7%)29 (45.3%)
Educational Services138 (44.5%)172 (55.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance171 (30.3%)394 (69.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation61 (49.2%)63 (50.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services162 (33.8%)318 (66.2%)
Public Administration42 (48.8%)44 (51.2%)
Total2,247 (48.9%)2,343 (51.0%)

Education in Whitefish

School Enrollment in Whitefish

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,448 students in Whitefish are high school (377 | 26.0%), elementary school (308 | 21.3%), and middle school (303 | 20.9%).
School Enrollment in Whitefish
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1188.2%
Kindergarten855.9%
Elementary School30821.3%
Middle School30320.9%
High School37726.0%
College / Undergraduate18312.6%
Graduate / Professional745.1%
Total1,448100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitefish

Out of a total of 1,448 students who are enrolled in schools in Whitefish, 236 (16.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,212 (83.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 77 (78.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 87 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitefish
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds21 (21.4%)77 (78.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old272 (71.2%)110 (28.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds342 (91.7%)31 (8.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds299 (98.4%)5 (1.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over38 (74.5%)13 (25.5%)
Total1,212 (83.7%)236 (16.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitefish

Business (725 | 19.1%), science & technology (407 | 10.7%), social sciences (362 | 9.5%), education (352 | 9.3%), and bio, nature & agricultural (343 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 3,797 individuals in Whitefish who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitefish
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics952.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3439.0%
Physical & Health Sciences441.2%
Psychology1915.0%
Social Sciences3629.5%
Engineering1684.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies491.3%
Science & Technology40710.7%
Business72519.1%
Education3529.3%
Literature & Languages2386.3%
Liberal Arts & History631.7%
Visual & Performing Arts2356.2%
Communications1895.0%
Arts & Humanities3368.8%
Total3,797100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Whitefish

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitefish

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Whitefish are males with 2 vehicles (1,004, accounting for 45.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,001, making up 43.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitefish
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle57 (2.6%)167 (7.2%)
1 Vehicle324 (14.5%)474 (20.5%)
2 Vehicles1,004 (45.1%)1,001 (43.4%)
3 Vehicles492 (22.1%)300 (13.0%)
4 Vehicles302 (13.6%)300 (13.0%)
5 or more Vehicles48 (2.2%)66 (2.9%)
Total2,227 (100.0%)2,308 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Whitefish

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Whitefish are 5 to 9 minutes (1,198 commuters, 33.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (599 commuters, 16.8%), and 20 to 24 minutes (502 commuters, 14.0%).
Commute Time in Whitefish
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1775.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1,19833.5%
10 to 14 Minutes59916.8%
15 to 19 Minutes44212.4%
20 to 24 Minutes50214.0%
25 to 29 Minutes2597.2%
30 to 34 Minutes2898.1%
35 to 39 Minutes70.2%
40 to 44 Minutes110.3%
45 to 59 Minutes210.6%
60 to 89 Minutes300.8%
90 or more Minutes411.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Whitefish

The most common commute times in Whitefish are 5 to 9 minutes (494 commuters, 28.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (704 commuters, 38.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Whitefish
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes42 (2.4%)135 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes494 (28.5%)704 (38.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes224 (12.9%)375 (20.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes244 (14.1%)198 (10.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes328 (18.9%)174 (9.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes140 (8.1%)119 (6.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes223 (12.9%)66 (3.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes7 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes11 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)21 (1.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes12 (0.7%)18 (1.0%)
90 or more Minutes11 (0.6%)30 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitefish

The most frequent times of departure to work in Whitefish are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (327, 18.8%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (409, 22.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitefish
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM7 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (1.6%)6 (0.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM87 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM20 (1.1%)83 (4.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM202 (11.6%)211 (11.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM296 (17.1%)167 (9.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM327 (18.8%)185 (10.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM209 (12.0%)361 (19.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM92 (5.3%)202 (11.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM232 (13.4%)409 (22.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM22 (1.3%)32 (1.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM46 (2.6%)49 (2.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM138 (8.0%)15 (0.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM31 (1.8%)120 (6.5%)
Total1,736 (100.0%)1,840 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Whitefish

Occupancy by Ownership in Whitefish

Of the total 3,817 dwellings in Whitefish, owner-occupied units account for 2,392 (62.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,425 (37.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Whitefish
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,39262.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,42537.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,817100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitefish

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitefish
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,50539.4%
2-Person Household1,38636.3%
3-Person Household3208.4%
4+ Person Household60615.9%
Total Housing Units3,817100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitefish

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitefish
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household574 (38.1%)931 (61.9%)
2-Person Household1,012 (73.0%)374 (27.0%)
3-Person Household230 (71.9%)90 (28.1%)
4+ Person Household576 (95.1%)30 (5.0%)
Total Housing Units2,392 (62.7%)1,425 (37.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitefish

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitefish
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School12 (19.7%)49 (80.3%)
High School Diploma280 (46.4%)323 (53.6%)
College/Associate Degree529 (55.2%)429 (44.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,571 (71.6%)624 (28.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitefish

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitefish
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years74519.5%
35 to 44 Years62616.4%
45 to 54 Years60115.8%
55 to 64 Years62216.3%
65 to 74 Years65917.3%
75 to 84 Years50813.3%
85 Years and Over561.5%
Total3,817100.0%

Housing Finances in Whitefish

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitefish

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitefish
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,392 (62.7%)$101,493
Renter-Occupied1,425 (37.3%)$53,699
Average3,817 (100.0%)$69,919

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitefish

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitefish
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00051 (2.1%)23 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $9,99912 (0.5%)54 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99959 (2.5%)60 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)110 (7.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99943 (1.8%)140 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999258 (10.8%)94 (6.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999131 (5.5%)144 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999365 (15.3%)463 (32.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999237 (9.9%)168 (11.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999387 (16.2%)131 (9.2%)
$150,000 or more849 (35.5%)38 (2.7%)
Total2,392 (100.0%)1,425 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitefish

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitefish
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30081 (3.4%)16 (1.1%)
$300 to $499168 (7.0%)70 (4.9%)
$500 to $799450 (18.8%)130 (9.1%)
$800 to $999142 (5.9%)188 (13.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499193 (8.1%)537 (37.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999418 (17.5%)202 (14.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499360 (15.0%)57 (4.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999325 (13.6%)86 (6.0%)
$3,000 or more255 (10.7%)91 (6.4%)
Total2,392 (100.0%)1,425 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Whitefish

Housing Structures in Whitefish

Housing Structures in Whitefish
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,46464.5%
Single Unit, Attached2636.9%
2 Unit Apartments1213.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2406.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2877.5%
10 or more Apartments38410.1%
Mobile Home / Other581.5%
Total3,817100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitefish

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitefish
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,007 (81.5%)457 (18.5%)
Single Unit, Attached234 (89.0%)29 (11.0%)
2 Unit Apartments28 (23.1%)93 (76.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments47 (19.6%)193 (80.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments76 (26.5%)211 (73.5%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)384 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Total2,392 (62.7%)1,425 (37.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitefish

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitefish
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)25 (1.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms177 (7.4%)461 (32.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms713 (29.8%)709 (49.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms820 (34.3%)207 (14.5%)
8 or more Rooms682 (28.5%)23 (1.6%)
Total2,392 (100.0%)1,425 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitefish

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitefish
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,757 (73.5%)459 (32.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas63 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity472 (19.7%)955 (67.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene26 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels74 (3.1%)11 (0.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,392 (100.0%)1,425 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitefish

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitefish
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle29 (1.2%)254 (17.8%)
1 Vehicle493 (20.6%)729 (51.2%)
2 Vehicles1,186 (49.6%)332 (23.3%)
3 or more Vehicles684 (28.6%)110 (7.7%)
Total2,392 (100.0%)1,425 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Whitefish

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Whitefish

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,0141,378
Median Property Value$606,900$611,300
Median Household Income$59,295$658
Monthly Housing Costs$599$255
Real Estate Taxes$3,862$9

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitefish

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitefish
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)26 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99911 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999153 (15.1%)57 (4.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999231 (22.8%)334 (24.2%)
$500,000 to $749,999262 (25.8%)611 (44.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999109 (10.7%)228 (16.6%)
$1,000,000 or more248 (24.5%)122 (8.8%)
Total1,014 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitefish

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitefish
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00063 (6.2%)32 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99959 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999219 (21.6%)43 (3.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99980 (7.9%)39 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999212 (20.9%)51 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99958 (5.7%)153 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999132 (13.0%)179 (13.0%)
$150,000 or more191 (18.8%)255 (18.5%)
Total1,014 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitefish

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitefish
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x116 (11.4%)134,700 (9,775.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x50 (4.9%)165 (12.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)189 (13.7%)
4.0x or more807 (79.6%)103 (7.5%)
Total1,014 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitefish

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitefish
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49987 (8.6%)75 (5.4%)
$800 to $1,499875 (86.3%)44 (3.2%)
Total1,014 (100.0%)1,378 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Whitefish

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefish

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefish
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years367 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,037 (97.7%)24 (2.3%)
19 to 25 Years364 (85.7%)61 (14.3%)
26 to 34 Years1,129 (94.5%)66 (5.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,010 (83.6%)198 (16.4%)
45 to 54 Years840 (88.6%)108 (11.4%)
55 to 64 Years1,004 (96.9%)32 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years995 (99.0%)10 (1.0%)
75 Years and older693 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,439 (93.7%)499 (6.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitefish

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitefish
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born367 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,037 (97.7%)24 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen364 (85.7%)61 (14.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitefish

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitefish
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000665 (92.5%)54 (7.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999773 (92.8%)60 (7.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,264 (91.3%)121 (8.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999822 (89.0%)102 (11.0%)
$100,000 and over3,913 (96.0%)162 (4.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefish

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefish
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 662 (16.9%)305 (83.1%)
6 to 18 Years260 (24.5%)827 (77.9%)
19 to 25 Years92 (21.6%)272 (64.0%)
25 to 34 Years213 (17.8%)987 (82.6%)
35 to 44 Years94 (7.8%)932 (77.1%)
45 to 54 Years49 (5.2%)802 (84.6%)
55 to 64 Years144 (13.9%)882 (85.1%)
65 to 74 Years957 (95.2%)421 (41.9%)
75 Years and over693 (100.0%)409 (59.0%)
Total2,564 (32.3%)5,837 (73.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitefish

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitefish
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (3.4%)81 (10.0%)
35 to 64 Years166 (11.2%)82 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years111 (25.5%)41 (7.2%)
75 Years and over210 (60.9%)103 (29.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Whitefish

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Whitefish: <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 Years16 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (1.0%)9 (0.5%)
65 to 74 Years23 (5.3%)13 (2.3%)
75 Years and over201 (58.3%)48 (13.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Whitefish: <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 Years13 (1.5%)81 (10.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (1.7%)24 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years62 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (1.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Whitefish: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (3.8%)10 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years19 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over112 (32.5%)23 (6.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Whitefish: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years82 (5.5%)62 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years36 (8.3%)28 (4.9%)
75 Years and over89 (25.8%)50 (14.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Whitefish: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over39 (11.3%)32 (9.2%)

Technology Access in Whitefish

Computing Device Access in Whitefish

Computing Device Access in Whitefish
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop3,16582.9%
Smartphone3,50591.8%
Tablet2,20457.7%
No Computing Device1945.1%
Total3,817100.0%

Internet Access in Whitefish

Internet Access in Whitefish
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet100.3%
Broadband Home2,46664.6%
Cellular Data Only88623.2%
Satellite Internet731.9%
No Internet39810.4%
Total3,817100.0%

Whitefish Summary

Whitefish, Montana is a small city located in the Flathead Valley of northwestern Montana. It is situated at the base of Big Mountain Ski Resort and is surrounded by the Flathead National Forest and Glacier National Park. The city has a population of 6,357 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Flathead County.

History

Whitefish was first settled in the late 1800s by homesteaders and loggers. The city was officially incorporated in 1905 and was named after the whitefish that were abundant in the nearby Flathead River. The city quickly grew as a logging and railroad town, and by the 1920s, it had become a popular tourist destination. The Great Northern Railway built a depot in Whitefish in 1921, and the city was connected to the rest of the country by rail.
In the 1950s, Whitefish began to transition from a logging and railroad town to a tourist destination. The city was home to the first ski resort in Montana, Big Mountain Ski Resort, which opened in 1947. The resort quickly became a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders from all over the country.

Geography

Whitefish is located in the Flathead Valley of northwestern Montana. The city is situated at the base of Big Mountain Ski Resort and is surrounded by the Flathead National Forest and Glacier National Park. The city is located at an elevation of 3,028 feet and has a total area of 4.2 square miles.
The city is located on the western edge of the Rocky Mountains and is home to several lakes, including Whitefish Lake, which is the largest lake in the Flathead Valley. The city is also home to several rivers, including the Flathead River, which is the largest river in the area.

Economy

Whitefish is a popular tourist destination and is home to several ski resorts, including Big Mountain Ski Resort. The city is also home to several restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as a variety of outdoor activities, such as fishing, hiking, and camping.
The city is also home to several manufacturing and technology companies, including Whitefish Energy, which is a renewable energy company. The city is also home to several educational institutions, including Flathead Valley Community College and Montana State University-Whitefish.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Whitefish had a population of 6,357. The racial makeup of the city was 94.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in Whitefish was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,944. The per capita income for the city was $25,944. About 11.2% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Whitefish?
Total Population of Whitefish is 8,098.
What is the Total Male Population of Whitefish?
Total Male Population of Whitefish is 4,004.
What is the Total Female Population of Whitefish?
Total Female Population of Whitefish is 4,094.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Whitefish?
There are 97.80 Males per 100 Females in Whitefish.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Whitefish?
There are 102.25 Females per 100 Males in Whitefish.
What is the Median Population Age in Whitefish?
Median Population Age in Whitefish is 43.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Whitefish
Average Family Size in Whitefish is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Whitefish
Average Household Size in Whitefish is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Whitefish?
Per Capita income in Whitefish is $58,504.
What is the Median Family Income in Whitefish?
Median Family Income in Whitefish is $122,500.
What is the Median Household income in Whitefish?
Median Household Income in Whitefish is $69,919.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Whitefish?
Income or Wage Gap in Whitefish is 30.1%.
Women in Whitefish earn 69.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Whitefish?
Inequality or Gini Index in Whitefish is 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Whitefish?
There are 4,711 People in the Labor Forcein in Whitefish.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Whitefish?
68.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Whitefish.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Whitefish?
Unemployment Rate in Whitefish is 2.5%.