Whitefield, NH

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Whitefield Overview

1,332
TOTAL POPULATION
607
MALE POPULATION
725
FEMALE POPULATION
83.72
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.44
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,182
PER CAPITA INCOME
$99,167
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
93.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
701
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Whitefield Zip Codes

Whitefield Area Codes

Race in Whitefield

The most populous races in Whitefield are White / Caucasian (1,298 | 97.5%), Hispanic or Latino (18 | 1.3%), and Two or more Races (17 | 1.3%).
Race in Whitefield
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino181.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,29897.5%
Two or more Races171.3%
Some other Race171.3%
Total1,332100.0%

Ancestry in Whitefield

The most populous ancestries reported in Whitefield are Irish (297 | 22.3%), English (213 | 16.0%), French Canadian (140 | 10.5%), German (112 | 8.4%), and French (104 | 7.8%), together accounting for 65.0% of all Whitefield residents.
Ancestry in Whitefield
Ancestry# Population% Population
American745.6%
Brazilian171.3%
Burmese40.3%
Canadian251.9%
Cree10.1%
Czech50.4%
Dutch433.2%
English21316.0%
European90.7%
Finnish40.3%
French1047.8%
French Canadian14010.5%
German1128.4%
Irish29722.3%
Iroquois90.7%
Italian947.1%
Lithuanian151.1%
Norwegian161.2%
Polish352.6%
Portuguese423.2%
Puerto Rican171.3%
Russian705.3%
Scotch-Irish352.6%
Scottish846.3%
South American10.1%
Swedish241.8%
Uruguayan10.1%
Welsh151.1%
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Immigrants in Whitefield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Whitefield came from Europe (33 | 2.5%), Canada (25 | 1.9%), Germany (17 | 1.3%), Western Europe (17 | 1.3%), and Northern Europe (12 | 0.9%), together accounting for 7.8% of all Whitefield residents.
Immigrants in Whitefield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada251.9%
Eastern Europe40.3%
England50.4%
Europe332.5%
Germany171.3%
Latin America10.1%
Northern Europe120.9%
Poland40.3%
South America10.1%
Uruguay10.1%
Western Europe171.3%
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Sex and Age in Whitefield

Sex and Age in Whitefield

The most populous age groups in Whitefield are 55 to 59 Years (81 | 13.3%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (100 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Whitefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)39 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years8 (1.3%)28 (3.9%)
10 to 14 Years11 (1.8%)19 (2.6%)
15 to 19 Years48 (7.9%)14 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Years49 (8.1%)76 (10.5%)
25 to 29 Years52 (8.6%)32 (4.4%)
30 to 34 Years41 (6.8%)31 (4.3%)
35 to 39 Years28 (4.6%)48 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years23 (3.8%)10 (1.4%)
45 to 49 Years31 (5.1%)9 (1.2%)
50 to 54 Years18 (3.0%)100 (13.8%)
55 to 59 Years81 (13.3%)37 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years66 (10.9%)48 (6.6%)
65 to 69 Years30 (4.9%)42 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years19 (3.1%)83 (11.5%)
75 to 79 Years36 (5.9%)36 (5.0%)
80 to 84 Years34 (5.6%)9 (1.2%)
85 Years and over32 (5.3%)64 (8.8%)
Total607 (100.0%)725 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Whitefield

Median Family Size in Whitefield

The median family size in Whitefield is 2.72 persons per family, with married-couple families (246 | 86.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.81 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (22 | 7.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.91 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Whitefield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple246 (86.6%)2.81
Single Male/Father22 (7.7%)1.91
Single Female/Mother16 (5.6%)2.50
Total Families284 (100.0%)2.72

Median Household Size in Whitefield

The median household size in Whitefield is 2.06 persons per household, with married-couple households (246 | 40.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.06 persons per household. non-family households (324 | 53.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Whitefield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple246 (40.5%)3.06
Single Male/Father22 (3.6%)2.45
Single Female/Mother16 (2.6%)2.94
Non-family324 (53.3%)1.23
Total Households608 (100.0%)2.06

Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitefield

Out of a total of 608 households in Whitefield, 284 (46.7%) are family households, while 324 (53.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 129, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 262.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitefield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-262 (43.1%)
2-Person Households129 (21.2%)55 (9.0%)
3-Person Households104 (17.1%)7 (1.1%)
4-Person Households37 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households14 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total284 (46.7%)324 (53.3%)

Female Fertility in Whitefield

Fertility by Age in Whitefield

Female Fertility by Age in Whitefield
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 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitefield

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitefield
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%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Whitefield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Whitefield
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitefield

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitefield
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%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Whitefield

Income Overview in Whitefield

Per Capita Income in Whitefield is $30,182, while median incomes of families and households are $99,167 and $53,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,332$30,182
Median Family Income284$99,167
Mean Family Income284$92,309
Median Household Income608$53,750
Mean Household Income608$62,755
Income Deficit284$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,3326.27%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,33293.73¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3320.43

Earnings by Sex in Whitefield

Average Earnings in Whitefield are $33,275, $35,313 for men and $33,098 for women, a difference of 6.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Whitefield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male359 (50.8%)$35,313
Female348 (49.2%)$33,098
Total707 (100.0%)$33,275

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitefield

The most common earnings brackets in Whitefield are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (72 | 20.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (60 | 17.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitefield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less10 (2.8%)22 (6.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99920 (5.6%)21 (6.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49931 (8.6%)7 (2.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99916 (4.5%)18 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)20 (5.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9997 (1.9%)11 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49918 (5.0%)4 (1.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9994 (1.1%)13 (3.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (1.9%)8 (2.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99942 (11.7%)25 (7.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99920 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9994 (1.1%)60 (17.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99914 (3.9%)34 (9.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99933 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99920 (5.6%)32 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (0.6%)15 (4.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9995 (1.4%)10 (2.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99972 (20.1%)32 (9.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (2.5%)16 (4.6%)
$100,000+25 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total359 (100.0%)348 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitefield

Average earnings in Whitefield are $41,629 for men and $34,125 for women, a difference of 18.0%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,826, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $41,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,176, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $24,600.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitefield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$47,917$0
High School Diploma$72,826$34,583
College or Associate's Degree$41,397$24,600
Bachelor's Degree$41,250$71,176
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,629$34,125

Family Income in Whitefield

Family Income Brackets in Whitefield

According to the Whitefield family income data, there are 115 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Whitefield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000144.9%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99951.8%
$25,000 to $34,999155.3%
$35,000 to $49,999207.0%
$50,000 to $74,9995419.0%
$75,000 to $99,9993813.4%
$100,000 to $149,99911540.5%
$150,000 to $199,99982.8%
$200,000+155.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitefield

3-person families (91 | 32.0%) account for the highest median family income in Whitefield with $104,205 per family, while 2-person families (142 | 50.0%) have the highest median income of $45,514 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitefield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families142 (50.0%)$91,029
3-Person Families91 (32.0%)$104,205
4-Person Families37 (13.0%)$0
5-Person Families14 (4.9%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total284 (100.0%)$99,167

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitefield

The median family income in Whitefield is $99,167, with families comprising 3+ earners (40) having the highest median family income of $107,000, while families with no earners (39) have the lowest median family income of $45,781, accounting for 14.1% and 13.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitefield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners39 (13.7%)$45,781
1 Earner55 (19.4%)$68,625
2 Earners150 (52.8%)$102,955
3+ Earners40 (14.1%)$107,000
Total284 (100.0%)$99,167

Household Income in Whitefield

Household Income Brackets in Whitefield

With 139 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Whitefield, accounting for 22.9% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (1.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Whitefield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006610.9%
$10,000 to $14,999325.3%
$15,000 to $24,99910517.3%
$25,000 to $34,999243.9%
$35,000 to $49,999457.4%
$50,000 to $74,99913922.9%
$75,000 to $99,999457.4%
$100,000 to $149,99912921.2%
$150,000 to $199,99981.3%
$200,000+152.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Whitefield

The median household income in Whitefield is $53,750, with the highest median household income of $91,500 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 212 households (34.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 241 households (39.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Whitefield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years31 (5.1%)$17,153
25 to 44 Years124 (20.4%)$51,842
45 to 64 Years212 (34.9%)$91,500
65+ Years241 (39.6%)$0
Total608 (100.0%)$53,750

Poverty in Whitefield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitefield

With 15.0% poverty level for males and 17.5% for females among the residents of Whitefield, 6 to 11 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 8 males (100.0%) and 32 females (37.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years5 (45.5%)4 (21.0%)
15 Years5 (21.7%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years7 (10.8%)22 (28.9%)
25 to 34 Years6 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (39.2%)14 (24.1%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)10 (9.2%)
55 to 64 Years17 (12.3%)32 (37.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)28 (22.4%)
75 Years and over14 (16.5%)4 (7.1%)
Total87 (15.0%)114 (17.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitefield

According to the poverty statistics in Whitefield, males aged 45 to 54 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 Whitefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years6 (54.5%)15 (78.9%)
15 Years18 (78.3%)6 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (44.4%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years58 (89.2%)54 (71.1%)
25 to 34 Years87 (93.5%)63 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years31 (60.8%)44 (75.9%)
45 to 54 Years49 (100.0%)99 (90.8%)
55 to 64 Years121 (87.7%)53 (62.4%)
65 to 74 Years49 (100.0%)97 (77.6%)
75 Years and over71 (83.5%)52 (92.9%)
Total494 (85.0%)536 (82.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitefield

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Whitefield show that 3.7% or 9 of the total 246 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.1%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.8%, which includes 5 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitefield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children176 (97.2%)5 (2.8%)
1 or 2 Children61 (93.9%)4 (6.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total237 (96.3%)9 (3.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitefield

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitefield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)10 (62.5%)

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

The poverty data for Whitefield shows that 9 of the married-couple family households (3.7%) and 10 of the single-parent households (26.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (6.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (41.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whitefield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children4 (6.1%)10 (41.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (3.7%)10 (26.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Whitefield

Employment by Class of Employer in Whitefield

Among the 652 employed individuals in Whitefield, private company employees (373 | 57.2%), local government employees (91 | 14.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (79 | 12.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Whitefield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees37357.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)40.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6510.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations7912.1%
Local Government Employees9114.0%
State Government Employees396.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers10.2%
Total652100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Whitefield

According to the labor force statistics for Whitefield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,198), 58.5% or 701 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 36 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 125 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.2% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Whitefield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years16 (48.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years125 (100.0%)7 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years65 (77.4%)7 (10.8%)
30 to 34 Years61 (84.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years99 (90.8%)15 (15.2%)
45 to 54 Years149 (94.3%)4 (2.7%)
55 to 59 Years73 (61.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years81 (71.1%)3 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years26 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total701 (58.5%)36 (5.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitefield

According to labor force statistics for Whitefield, 80.6% of individuals (528) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (655) are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 29 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 95.3% or 203 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.4% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitefield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School28 (62.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma144 (62.1%)16 (6.9%)
College / Associate Degree203 (95.3%)20 (9.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher153 (92.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total528 (80.6%)36 (5.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Whitefield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitefield are Community & Social Service (188 | 28.3%), Education Instruction & Library (129 | 19.4%), Education, Arts & Media (32 | 4.8%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (27 | 4.1%), and Management (21 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Whitefield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitefield, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.0%), and Health Technologists (80.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Whitefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management5 (23.8%)16 (76.2%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 87 (46.3%)101 (53.7%)
Education, Arts & Media16 (50.0%)16 (50.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library64 (49.6%)65 (50.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment7 (25.9%)20 (74.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (20.0%)16 (80.0%)
Health Technologists4 (20.0%)16 (80.0%)
Total (Category)111 (44.9%)136 (55.1%)
Total (Overall)320 (48.1%)345 (51.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Whitefield are Healthcare Support (64 | 9.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (44 | 6.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (21 | 3.2%), Security & Protection (6 | 0.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (6 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Whitefield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Whitefield, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (80.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Whitefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Security & Protection6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving22 (50.0%)22 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4 (19.1%)17 (80.9%)
Personal Care & Service6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)38 (27.0%)103 (73.1%)
Total (Overall)320 (48.1%)345 (51.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Whitefield are Office & Administration (61 | 9.2%), and Sales & Related (38 | 5.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Whitefield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Whitefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related13 (34.2%)25 (65.8%)
Office & Administration15 (24.6%)46 (75.4%)
Total (Category)28 (28.3%)71 (71.7%)
Total (Overall)320 (48.1%)345 (51.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Whitefield are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (50 | 7.5%), and Construction & Extraction (31 | 4.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Whitefield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Whitefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)320 (48.1%)345 (51.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Whitefield are Production (73 | 11.0%), and Material Moving (24 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Whitefield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Whitefield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production47 (64.4%)26 (35.6%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving15 (62.5%)9 (37.5%)
Total (Category)62 (63.9%)35 (36.1%)
Total (Overall)320 (48.1%)345 (51.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitefield

Employment Industries in Whitefield

The major employment industries in Whitefield include Educational Services (139 | 20.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (133 | 20.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (91 | 13.7%), Manufacturing (83 | 12.5%), and Retail Trade (60 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Whitefield

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitefield

The Whitefield industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (88.0%), and Retail Trade (86.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Whitefield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing68 (81.9%)15 (18.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade8 (13.3%)52 (86.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Utilities4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance7 (53.8%)6 (46.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services64 (46.0%)75 (54.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance16 (12.0%)117 (88.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services28 (30.8%)63 (69.2%)
Public Administration7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total320 (48.1%)345 (51.9%)

Education in Whitefield

School Enrollment in Whitefield

The most common levels of schooling among the 304 students in Whitefield are college / undergraduate (102 | 33.6%), graduate / professional (90 | 29.6%), and high school (50 | 16.5%).
School Enrollment in Whitefield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten175.6%
Elementary School196.2%
Middle School268.6%
High School5016.5%
College / Undergraduate10233.6%
Graduate / Professional9029.6%
Total304100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitefield

Out of a total of 304 students who are enrolled in schools in Whitefield, 59 (19.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 245 (80.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (30.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 67 (93.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitefield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old30 (83.3%)6 (16.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds26 (86.7%)4 (13.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds38 (82.6%)8 (17.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds67 (93.1%)5 (6.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds36 (69.2%)16 (30.8%)
35 Years and over48 (70.6%)20 (29.4%)
Total245 (80.6%)59 (19.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitefield

Education (62 | 20.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (54 | 17.5%), liberal arts & history (34 | 11.0%), literature & languages (27 | 8.8%), and visual & performing arts (24 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 308 individuals in Whitefield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitefield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics31.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5417.5%
Physical & Health Sciences144.5%
Psychology206.5%
Social Sciences82.6%
Engineering134.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies165.2%
Science & Technology10.3%
Business103.3%
Education6220.1%
Literature & Languages278.8%
Liberal Arts & History3411.0%
Visual & Performing Arts247.8%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities227.1%
Total308100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Whitefield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitefield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Whitefield are males with 1 vehicle (114, accounting for 35.6%) and females with 1 vehicle (59, making up 34.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitefield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (2.2%)20 (6.0%)
1 Vehicle114 (35.6%)59 (17.8%)
2 Vehicles103 (32.2%)117 (35.2%)
3 Vehicles66 (20.6%)88 (26.5%)
4 Vehicles22 (6.9%)48 (14.5%)
5 or more Vehicles8 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total320 (100.0%)332 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Whitefield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Whitefield are 20 to 24 minutes (135 commuters, 21.5%), 30 to 34 minutes (98 commuters, 15.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (74 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Whitefield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes274.3%
5 to 9 Minutes467.3%
10 to 14 Minutes386.0%
15 to 19 Minutes7411.8%
20 to 24 Minutes13521.5%
25 to 29 Minutes7111.3%
30 to 34 Minutes9815.6%
35 to 39 Minutes518.1%
40 to 44 Minutes416.5%
45 to 59 Minutes355.6%
60 to 89 Minutes71.1%
90 or more Minutes50.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Whitefield

The most common commute times in Whitefield are 20 to 24 minutes (58 commuters, 18.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (77 commuters, 24.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Whitefield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes21 (6.8%)6 (1.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes30 (9.8%)16 (5.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)38 (11.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes29 (9.5%)45 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes58 (18.9%)77 (24.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes38 (12.4%)33 (10.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes50 (16.3%)48 (14.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes24 (7.8%)27 (8.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes25 (8.1%)16 (5.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes20 (6.5%)15 (4.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes7 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes5 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitefield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Whitefield are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (84, 27.4%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (88, 27.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitefield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM25 (8.1%)5 (1.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM7 (2.3%)6 (1.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM11 (3.6%)14 (4.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM55 (17.9%)88 (27.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM15 (4.9%)81 (25.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM53 (17.3%)28 (8.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8 (2.6%)19 (5.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM4 (1.3%)3 (0.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2 (0.6%)16 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)20 (6.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM31 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM84 (27.4%)41 (12.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM8 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total307 (100.0%)321 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Whitefield

Occupancy by Ownership in Whitefield

Of the total 608 dwellings in Whitefield, owner-occupied units account for 344 (56.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 264 (43.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Whitefield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units34456.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26443.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units608100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitefield

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitefield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household26243.1%
2-Person Household18430.3%
3-Person Household11118.3%
4+ Person Household518.4%
Total Housing Units608100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitefield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitefield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household91 (34.7%)171 (65.3%)
2-Person Household133 (72.3%)51 (27.7%)
3-Person Household69 (62.2%)42 (37.8%)
4+ Person Household51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units344 (56.6%)264 (43.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitefield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitefield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School34 (59.7%)23 (40.4%)
High School Diploma107 (68.1%)50 (31.9%)
College/Associate Degree112 (53.6%)97 (46.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher91 (49.2%)94 (50.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitefield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitefield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years10216.8%
35 to 44 Years538.7%
45 to 54 Years9315.3%
55 to 64 Years11919.6%
65 to 74 Years13121.5%
75 to 84 Years7812.8%
85 Years and Over325.3%
Total608100.0%

Housing Finances in Whitefield

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitefield

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitefield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied344 (56.6%)$66,250
Renter-Occupied264 (43.4%)$0
Average608 (100.0%)$53,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitefield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitefield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (1.7%)18 (6.8%)
$5,000 to $9,99927 (7.9%)15 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99912 (3.5%)20 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (2.6%)67 (25.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99919 (5.5%)10 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (4.4%)9 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99944 (12.8%)1 (0.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (18.3%)76 (28.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99930 (8.7%)15 (5.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999111 (32.3%)18 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more8 (2.3%)15 (5.7%)
Total344 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitefield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitefield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (2.0%)4 (1.5%)
$300 to $49915 (4.4%)33 (12.5%)
$500 to $799101 (29.4%)36 (13.6%)
$800 to $99948 (14.0%)74 (28.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49997 (28.2%)93 (35.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99949 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49927 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)24 (9.1%)
Total344 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Whitefield

Housing Structures in Whitefield

Housing Structures in Whitefield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached26343.3%
Single Unit, Attached172.8%
2 Unit Apartments7412.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments91.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments152.5%
10 or more Apartments14123.2%
Mobile Home / Other8914.6%
Total608100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitefield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitefield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached251 (95.4%)12 (4.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments24 (32.4%)50 (67.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)141 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other69 (77.5%)20 (22.5%)
Total344 (56.6%)264 (43.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitefield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitefield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room4 (1.2%)21 (8.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (3.2%)125 (47.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms114 (33.1%)99 (37.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms89 (25.9%)14 (5.3%)
8 or more Rooms126 (36.6%)5 (1.9%)
Total344 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitefield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitefield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)26 (9.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas15 (4.4%)47 (17.8%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)35 (13.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene313 (91.0%)116 (43.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels16 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)40 (15.1%)
Total344 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitefield

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitefield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle19 (5.5%)80 (30.3%)
1 Vehicle94 (27.3%)145 (54.9%)
2 Vehicles140 (40.7%)24 (9.1%)
3 or more Vehicles91 (26.5%)15 (5.7%)
Total344 (100.0%)264 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Whitefield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Whitefield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units201143
Median Property Value$124,600$164,500
Median Household Income$59,432$0
Monthly Housing Costs$734$0
Real Estate Taxes$2,615$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitefield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitefield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00037 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99933 (16.4%)30 (21.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999122 (60.7%)113 (79.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9999 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total201 (100.0%)143 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitefield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitefield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99932 (15.9%)12 (8.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (5.5%)8 (5.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (7.5%)4 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99944 (21.9%)29 (20.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (9.0%)19 (13.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99952 (25.9%)12 (8.4%)
$150,000 or more8 (4.0%)59 (41.3%)
Total201 (100.0%)143 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitefield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitefield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x76 (37.8%)69,875 (48,863.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x57 (28.4%)90 (62.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (5.0%)16 (11.2%)
4.0x or more58 (28.9%)6 (4.2%)
Total201 (100.0%)143 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitefield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitefield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80045 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49914 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499134 (66.7%)37 (25.9%)
Total201 (100.0%)143 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Whitefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years142 (89.9%)16 (10.1%)
26 to 34 Years139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years89 (81.7%)20 (18.3%)
45 to 54 Years154 (97.5%)4 (2.5%)
55 to 64 Years216 (96.9%)7 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years174 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older141 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,206 (96.3%)47 (3.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitefield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen142 (89.9%)16 (10.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitefield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitefield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000225 (94.9%)12 (5.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999138 (90.2%)15 (9.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999226 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999100 (96.2%)4 (3.8%)
$100,000 and over517 (97.0%)16 (3.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitefield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 634 (60.7%)22 (39.3%)
6 to 18 Years54 (56.8%)41 (43.2%)
19 to 25 Years17 (10.8%)125 (79.1%)
25 to 34 Years43 (30.9%)96 (69.1%)
35 to 44 Years55 (50.5%)34 (31.2%)
45 to 54 Years10 (6.3%)144 (91.1%)
55 to 64 Years84 (37.7%)135 (60.5%)
65 to 74 Years168 (96.6%)109 (62.6%)
75 Years and over141 (100.0%)101 (71.6%)
Total606 (48.4%)807 (64.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitefield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitefield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (4.4%)11 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years23 (9.7%)94 (37.3%)
65 to 74 Years16 (32.7%)49 (39.2%)
75 Years and over44 (51.8%)29 (51.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Whitefield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Whitefield: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.8%)26 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years10 (20.4%)16 (12.8%)
75 Years and over29 (34.1%)3 (5.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Whitefield: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.7%)19 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years6 (12.2%)25 (20.0%)
75 Years and over2 (2.4%)7 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Whitefield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (4.4%)11 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years15 (6.3%)48 (19.1%)
65 to 74 Years6 (12.2%)3 (2.4%)
75 Years and over36 (42.3%)2 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Whitefield: <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 Years8 (3.4%)32 (12.7%)
65 to 74 Years4 (8.2%)40 (32.0%)
75 Years and over37 (43.5%)9 (16.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Whitefield: <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 Years2 (0.8%)6 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (15.2%)
75 Years and over3 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Whitefield

Computing Device Access in Whitefield

Computing Device Access in Whitefield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop43972.2%
Smartphone43671.7%
Tablet35458.2%
No Computing Device9115.0%
Total608100.0%

Internet Access in Whitefield

Internet Access in Whitefield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home44973.9%
Cellular Data Only244.0%
Satellite Internet426.9%
No Internet12019.7%
Total608100.0%

Whitefield Summary

Whitefield is a town located in Coos County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 2,306 at the 2010 census. It is situated in the White Mountains region of the state.

History

Whitefield was first settled in 1774 by a group of settlers from Massachusetts. The town was incorporated in 1778 and named after the English statesman and philosopher, George Whitefield. The town was originally part of the town of Jefferson, but was set off and incorporated in 1778.
Whitefield was an important center of the lumber industry in the 19th century. The town was home to several sawmills, gristmills, and a tannery. The town also had a thriving agricultural industry, with dairy farms and apple orchards.

Geography

Whitefield is located in the White Mountains region of New Hampshire. The town is situated in the northern part of Coos County, bordered by the towns of Jefferson to the north, Lancaster to the east, Dalton to the south, and Bethlehem to the west.
Whitefield is located in the White Mountain National Forest. The town is home to several mountains, including Mount Washington, the highest peak in the Northeast. The town is also home to several lakes, including Lake Francis, Lake Tarleton, and Lake Gloriette.

The town is served by U S Route 3 which runs through the center of town

Economy

Whitefield is a rural town with a small economy. The town is home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few retail stores.
The town is also home to several small manufacturing companies, including a furniture manufacturer, a paper mill, and a plastics manufacturer.
The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the White Mountain National Forest, the Mount Washington Auto Road, and the Whitefield Historical Society.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 2,306 people, 990 households, and 645 families residing in the town. The population density was 44.3 people per square mile (17.1/km2). There were 1,093 housing units at an average density of 20.7 per square mile (8.0/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 990 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.83.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 28.7% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,964, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $20,945. About 6.2% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Whitefield?
Total Population of Whitefield is 1,332.
What is the Total Male Population of Whitefield?
Total Male Population of Whitefield is 607.
What is the Total Female Population of Whitefield?
Total Female Population of Whitefield is 725.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Whitefield?
There are 83.72 Males per 100 Females in Whitefield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Whitefield?
There are 119.44 Females per 100 Males in Whitefield.
What is the Median Population Age in Whitefield?
Median Population Age in Whitefield is 52.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Whitefield
Average Family Size in Whitefield is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Whitefield
Average Household Size in Whitefield is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Whitefield?
Per Capita income in Whitefield is $30,182.
What is the Median Family Income in Whitefield?
Median Family Income in Whitefield is $99,167.
What is the Median Household income in Whitefield?
Median Household Income in Whitefield is $53,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Whitefield?
Income or Wage Gap in Whitefield is 6.3%.
Women in Whitefield earn 93.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Whitefield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Whitefield is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Whitefield?
There are 701 People in the Labor Forcein in Whitefield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Whitefield?
58.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Whitefield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Whitefield?
Unemployment Rate in Whitefield is 5.1%.