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Whitney Overview

2,336
TOTAL POPULATION
1,115
MALE POPULATION
1,221
FEMALE POPULATION
91.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.51
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,210
PER CAPITA INCOME
$49,808
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,215
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
48.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
52.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,006
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Whitney Area Codes

Race in Whitney

The most populous races in Whitney are White / Caucasian (1,826 | 78.2%), Hispanic or Latino (457 | 19.6%), and Two or more Races (174 | 7.4%).
Race in Whitney
Race# Population% Population
Asian713.0%
Black / African American1677.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino45719.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,82678.2%
Two or more Races1747.4%
Some other Race984.2%
Total2,336100.0%

Ancestry in Whitney

The most populous ancestries reported in Whitney are Mexican (377 | 16.1%), Irish (259 | 11.1%), English (197 | 8.4%), German (187 | 8.0%), and American (136 | 5.8%), together accounting for 49.5% of all Whitney residents.
Ancestry in Whitney
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1365.8%
British60.3%
Central American130.6%
Cherokee100.4%
Comanche40.2%
Czech220.9%
Czechoslovakian40.2%
Dutch381.6%
Dutch West Indian50.2%
English1978.4%
Finnish40.2%
French321.4%
German1878.0%
Indian (Asian)602.6%
Irish25911.1%
Italian100.4%
Korean40.2%
Mexican37716.1%
Navajo40.2%
Norwegian40.2%
Polish241.0%
Puerto Rican652.8%
Russian90.4%
Salvadoran130.6%
Scandinavian50.2%
Scotch-Irish30.1%
Scottish241.0%
Sri Lankan713.0%
Swedish200.9%
Swiss20.1%
Welsh251.1%
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Immigrants in Whitney

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Whitney came from Central America (101 | 4.3%), Latin America (101 | 4.3%), Mexico (101 | 4.3%), Asia (52 | 2.2%), and South Eastern Asia (52 | 2.2%), together accounting for 17.4% of all Whitney residents.
Immigrants in Whitney
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa200.9%
Asia522.2%
Central America1014.3%
Latin America1014.3%
Mexico1014.3%
Nigeria200.9%
South Eastern Asia522.2%
Vietnam522.2%
Western Africa200.9%
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Sex and Age in Whitney

Sex and Age in Whitney

The most populous age groups in Whitney are 10 to 14 Years (150 | 13.5%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (106 | 8.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Whitney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (4.2%)96 (7.9%)
5 to 9 Years74 (6.6%)60 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Years150 (13.5%)75 (6.1%)
15 to 19 Years131 (11.7%)58 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Years88 (7.9%)65 (5.3%)
25 to 29 Years38 (3.4%)71 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years39 (3.5%)104 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Years97 (8.7%)75 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years35 (3.1%)46 (3.8%)
45 to 49 Years62 (5.6%)79 (6.5%)
50 to 54 Years32 (2.9%)71 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years89 (8.0%)44 (3.6%)
60 to 64 Years68 (6.1%)53 (4.3%)
65 to 69 Years29 (2.6%)106 (8.7%)
70 to 74 Years52 (4.7%)34 (2.8%)
75 to 79 Years51 (4.6%)28 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years8 (0.7%)73 (6.0%)
85 Years and over25 (2.2%)83 (6.8%)
Total1,115 (100.0%)1,221 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Whitney

Median Family Size in Whitney

The median family size in Whitney is 3.16 persons per family, with married-couple families (297 | 54.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.44 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (32 | 5.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Whitney
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple297 (54.0%)3.44
Single Male/Father32 (5.8%)2.63
Single Female/Mother221 (40.2%)2.85
Total Families550 (100.0%)3.16

Median Household Size in Whitney

The median household size in Whitney is 2.62 persons per household, with married-couple households (297 | 35.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.53 persons per household. non-family households (285 | 34.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Whitney
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple297 (35.6%)3.53
Single Male/Father32 (3.8%)2.75
Single Female/Mother221 (26.5%)3.04
Non-family285 (34.1%)1.32
Total Households835 (100.0%)2.62

Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitney

Out of a total of 835 households in Whitney, 550 (65.9%) are family households, while 285 (34.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 260, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 228.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitney
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-228 (27.3%)
2-Person Households260 (31.1%)47 (5.6%)
3-Person Households137 (16.4%)10 (1.2%)
4-Person Households90 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households54 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households9 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total550 (65.9%)285 (34.1%)

Female Fertility in Whitney

Fertility by Age in Whitney

Average fertility rate in Whitney is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 117.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 90.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Whitney
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years28 (90.3%)117.0
35 to 50 years3 (9.7%)13.0
Total31 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitney

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitney
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Whitney

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Whitney
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma18 (58.1%)92.0
College or Associate's Degree13 (41.9%)67.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total31 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitney

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitney
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)

Income in Whitney

Income Overview in Whitney

Per Capita Income in Whitney is $22,210, while median incomes of families and households are $49,808 and $39,215 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,336$22,210
Median Family Income550$49,808
Mean Family Income550$63,071
Median Household Income835$39,215
Mean Household Income835$53,785
Income Deficit550$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,33647.95%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,33652.05¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,3360.44

Earnings by Sex in Whitney

Average Earnings in Whitney are $23,117, $34,423 for men and $17,917 for women, a difference of 47.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Whitney
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male532 (52.7%)$34,423
Female478 (47.3%)$17,917
Total1,010 (100.0%)$23,117

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitney

The most common earnings brackets in Whitney are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (65 | 12.2%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (71 | 14.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitney
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less33 (6.2%)31 (6.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99931 (5.8%)5 (1.1%)
$5,000 to $7,49927 (5.1%)44 (9.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)71 (14.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99942 (7.9%)39 (8.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (1.7%)42 (8.8%)
$17,500 to $19,99921 (4.0%)42 (8.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49914 (2.6%)34 (7.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99946 (8.6%)35 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99921 (4.0%)25 (5.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99928 (5.3%)10 (2.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99931 (5.8%)28 (5.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9994 (0.7%)16 (3.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99939 (7.3%)10 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99965 (12.2%)25 (5.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99936 (6.8%)12 (2.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9997 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+37 (7.0%)9 (1.9%)
Total532 (100.0%)478 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitney

Average earnings in Whitney are $46,827 for men and $18,988 for women, a difference of 59.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,021, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $101,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $15,156.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitney
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$50,438$17,981
High School Diploma$34,250$15,156
College or Associate's Degree$47,440$21,319
Bachelor's Degree$63,021$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,827$18,988

Family Income in Whitney

Family Income Brackets in Whitney

According to the Whitney family income data, there are 124 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (1.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Whitney
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000254.5%
$10,000 to $14,999448.0%
$15,000 to $24,9997313.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996511.8%
$35,000 to $49,9996912.5%
$50,000 to $74,99912422.5%
$75,000 to $99,9997814.2%
$100,000 to $149,999315.6%
$150,000 to $199,999346.2%
$200,000+71.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitney

5-person families (38 | 6.9%) account for the highest median family income in Whitney with $118,125 per family, while 2-person families (278 | 50.5%) have the highest median income of $24,166 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitney
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families278 (50.5%)$48,333
3-Person Families127 (23.1%)$30,563
4-Person Families98 (17.8%)$71,667
5-Person Families38 (6.9%)$118,125
6-Person Families9 (1.6%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total550 (100.0%)$49,808

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitney

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitney
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners77 (14.0%)$0
1 Earner278 (50.5%)$36,500
2 Earners169 (30.7%)$72,837
3+ Earners26 (4.7%)$78,667
Total550 (100.0%)$49,808

Household Income in Whitney

Household Income Brackets in Whitney

With 174 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Whitney, accounting for 20.8% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (0.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Whitney
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000404.8%
$10,000 to $14,9999010.8%
$15,000 to $24,99912615.1%
$25,000 to $34,9998510.2%
$35,000 to $49,99915718.8%
$50,000 to $74,99917420.8%
$75,000 to $99,9998410.1%
$100,000 to $149,999374.4%
$150,000 to $199,999354.2%
$200,000+70.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Whitney

The median household income in Whitney is $39,215, with the highest median household income of $68,750 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 248 households (29.7%) 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 52 households (6.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Whitney
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years52 (6.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years317 (38.0%)$37,112
45 to 64 Years248 (29.7%)$68,750
65+ Years218 (26.1%)$31,000
Total835 (100.0%)$39,215

Poverty in Whitney

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitney

With 23.3% poverty level for males and 31.2% for females among the residents of Whitney, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (100.0%) and 62 females (60.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years37 (78.7%)32 (33.3%)
5 Years17 (85.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years36 (57.1%)62 (60.8%)
12 to 14 Years41 (36.3%)12 (57.1%)
15 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years13 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years54 (38.3%)28 (36.4%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)83 (47.4%)
35 to 44 Years12 (9.1%)37 (30.6%)
45 to 54 Years25 (26.6%)46 (31.9%)
55 to 64 Years5 (3.2%)17 (17.5%)
65 to 74 Years4 (5.2%)12 (10.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (11.5%)
Total246 (23.3%)340 (31.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitney

According to the poverty statistics in Whitney, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 15 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 Whitney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (21.3%)64 (66.7%)
5 Years3 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years27 (42.9%)40 (39.2%)
12 to 14 Years72 (63.7%)9 (42.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years63 (82.9%)26 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years87 (61.7%)49 (63.6%)
25 to 34 Years77 (100.0%)92 (52.6%)
35 to 44 Years120 (90.9%)84 (69.4%)
45 to 54 Years69 (73.4%)98 (68.1%)
55 to 64 Years152 (96.8%)80 (82.5%)
65 to 74 Years73 (94.8%)103 (89.6%)
75 Years and over56 (100.0%)85 (88.5%)
Total809 (76.7%)750 (68.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitney

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Whitney show that 9.8% or 29 of the total 297 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 29.0%, comprising of 9 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 Whitney
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children167 (89.3%)20 (10.7%)
1 or 2 Children79 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children22 (71.0%)9 (29.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total268 (90.2%)29 (9.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitney

According to the poverty data in Whitney, 6.2% or 2 single-father households and 54.3% or 120 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 2 households (33.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitney
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)7 (20.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (33.3%)96 (56.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (6.2%)120 (54.3%)

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

The poverty data for Whitney shows that 29 of the married-couple family households (9.8%) and 122 of the single-parent households (48.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (29.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whitney
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children20 (10.7%)7 (11.5%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)98 (56.0%)
3 or 4 Children9 (29.0%)17 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (9.8%)122 (48.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Whitney

Employment by Class of Employer in Whitney

Among the 952 employed individuals in Whitney, private company employees (696 | 73.1%), local government employees (115 | 12.1%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (57 | 6.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Whitney
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees69673.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)10.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)576.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations424.4%
Local Government Employees11512.1%
State Government Employees293.0%
Federal Government Employees121.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total952100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Whitney

According to the labor force statistics for Whitney, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,812), 55.5% or 1,006 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 32 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 98.2% or 107 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.7% or 18 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Whitney
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years64 (38.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years117 (76.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years107 (98.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years110 (76.9%)6 (5.5%)
35 to 44 Years206 (81.4%)8 (3.9%)
45 to 54 Years144 (59.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years115 (86.5%)18 (15.7%)
60 to 64 Years69 (57.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years63 (28.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,006 (55.5%)32 (3.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitney

According to labor force statistics for Whitney, 74.9% of individuals (751) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,003) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 32 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 93.0% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.3% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitney
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School195 (80.9%)15 (6.2%)
High School Diploma220 (63.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree283 (78.8%)18 (4.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (93.0%)6 (11.3%)
Total751 (74.9%)43 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Whitney

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitney are Community & Social Service (55 | 5.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (45 | 4.6%), Education Instruction & Library (27 | 2.8%), Management (22 | 2.3%), and Health Technologists (19 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Whitney

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitney, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Whitney
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 28 (50.9%)27 (49.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library9 (33.3%)18 (66.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (26.7%)33 (73.3%)
Health Technologists8 (42.1%)11 (57.9%)
Total (Category)59 (44.0%)75 (56.0%)
Total (Overall)509 (52.3%)464 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Whitney are Food Preparation & Serving (101 | 10.4%), Healthcare Support (91 | 9.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (59 | 6.1%), Personal Care & Service (38 | 3.9%), and Security & Protection (30 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations in Whitney

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Whitney, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (94.1%), Personal Care & Service (81.6%), and Healthcare Support (71.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Whitney
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support26 (28.6%)65 (71.4%)
Security & Protection30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving6 (5.9%)95 (94.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance28 (47.5%)31 (52.5%)
Personal Care & Service7 (18.4%)31 (81.6%)
Total (Category)97 (30.4%)222 (69.6%)
Total (Overall)509 (52.3%)464 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Whitney are Sales & Related (107 | 11.0%), and Office & Administration (103 | 10.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Whitney

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Whitney
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related37 (34.6%)70 (65.4%)
Office & Administration38 (36.9%)65 (63.1%)
Total (Category)75 (35.7%)135 (64.3%)
Total (Overall)509 (52.3%)464 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Whitney are Construction & Extraction (78 | 8.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (31 | 3.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Whitney

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Whitney
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)509 (52.3%)464 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Whitney are Material Moving (104 | 10.7%), Production (78 | 8.0%), and Transportation (19 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Whitney

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Whitney
OccupationMaleFemale
Production66 (84.6%)12 (15.4%)
Transportation19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving84 (80.8%)20 (19.2%)
Total (Category)169 (84.1%)32 (15.9%)
Total (Overall)509 (52.3%)464 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitney

Employment Industries in Whitney

The major employment industries in Whitney include Retail Trade (159 | 16.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (144 | 14.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (123 | 12.6%), Manufacturing (95 | 9.8%), and Educational Services (76 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Whitney

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitney

The Whitney industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (75.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Whitney
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing85 (89.5%)10 (10.5%)
Wholesale Trade7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Retail Trade95 (59.8%)64 (40.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities7 (31.8%)15 (68.2%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific4 (80.0%)1 (20.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support23 (65.7%)12 (34.3%)
Educational Services23 (30.3%)53 (69.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance35 (24.3%)109 (75.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services30 (24.4%)93 (75.6%)
Public Administration44 (80.0%)11 (20.0%)
Total509 (52.3%)464 (47.7%)

Education in Whitney

School Enrollment in Whitney

The most common levels of schooling among the 644 students in Whitney are middle school (170 | 26.4%), high school (148 | 23.0%), and elementary school (134 | 20.8%).
School Enrollment in Whitney
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool558.5%
Kindergarten152.3%
Elementary School13420.8%
Middle School17026.4%
High School14823.0%
College / Undergraduate12218.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total644100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitney

Out of a total of 644 students who are enrolled in schools in Whitney, 10 (1.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 634 (98.4%) 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 (12.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 42 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitney
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds206 (97.6%)5 (2.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over35 (87.5%)5 (12.5%)
Total634 (98.4%)10 (1.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitney

Education (45 | 47.9%), arts & humanities (11 | 11.7%), psychology (9 | 9.6%), science & technology (9 | 9.6%), and visual & performing arts (8 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 94 individuals in Whitney who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitney
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences22.1%
Psychology99.6%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology99.6%
Business44.3%
Education4547.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History66.4%
Visual & Performing Arts88.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1111.7%
Total94100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Whitney

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitney

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Whitney are males with 2 vehicles (242, accounting for 47.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (154, making up 54.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitney
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)3 (0.7%)
1 Vehicle71 (14.0%)188 (42.4%)
2 Vehicles242 (47.5%)154 (34.8%)
3 Vehicles133 (26.1%)50 (11.3%)
4 Vehicles63 (12.4%)48 (10.8%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total509 (100.0%)443 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Whitney

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Whitney are 5 to 9 minutes (185 commuters, 20.0%), less than 5 minutes (127 commuters, 13.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (122 commuters, 13.2%).
Commute Time in Whitney
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes12713.7%
5 to 9 Minutes18520.0%
10 to 14 Minutes12213.2%
15 to 19 Minutes10010.8%
20 to 24 Minutes9210.0%
25 to 29 Minutes161.7%
30 to 34 Minutes444.8%
35 to 39 Minutes10.1%
40 to 44 Minutes131.4%
45 to 59 Minutes899.6%
60 to 89 Minutes9410.2%
90 or more Minutes424.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Whitney

The most common commute times in Whitney are 5 to 9 minutes (131 commuters, 25.7%) for males and less than 5 minutes (81 commuters, 19.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Whitney
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes46 (9.0%)81 (19.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes131 (25.7%)54 (13.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes63 (12.4%)59 (14.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes58 (11.4%)42 (10.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes36 (7.1%)56 (13.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes6 (1.2%)10 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes9 (1.8%)35 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (3.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes44 (8.6%)45 (10.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes73 (14.3%)21 (5.1%)
90 or more Minutes42 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitney

The most frequent times of departure to work in Whitney are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (112, 22.0%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (98, 23.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitney
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11 (2.2%)10 (2.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4 (0.8%)23 (5.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM43 (8.5%)23 (5.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM42 (8.3%)15 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM41 (8.1%)33 (7.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM105 (20.6%)62 (14.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM112 (22.0%)44 (10.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM24 (4.7%)31 (7.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)23 (5.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM10 (2.0%)13 (3.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM9 (1.8%)15 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM53 (10.4%)26 (6.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM55 (10.8%)98 (23.6%)
Total509 (100.0%)416 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Whitney

Occupancy by Ownership in Whitney

Of the total 835 dwellings in Whitney, owner-occupied units account for 438 (52.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 397 (47.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Whitney
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units43852.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units39747.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units835100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitney

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitney
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household22827.3%
2-Person Household30736.8%
3-Person Household14717.6%
4+ Person Household15318.3%
Total Housing Units835100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitney

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitney
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household106 (46.5%)122 (53.5%)
2-Person Household190 (61.9%)117 (38.1%)
3-Person Household28 (19.1%)119 (80.9%)
4+ Person Household114 (74.5%)39 (25.5%)
Total Housing Units438 (52.5%)397 (47.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitney

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitney
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School76 (52.0%)70 (47.9%)
High School Diploma129 (46.7%)147 (53.3%)
College/Associate Degree172 (51.5%)162 (48.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher61 (77.2%)18 (22.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitney

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitney
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20524.5%
35 to 44 Years16419.6%
45 to 54 Years9110.9%
55 to 64 Years15718.8%
65 to 74 Years11613.9%
75 to 84 Years819.7%
85 Years and Over212.5%
Total835100.0%

Housing Finances in Whitney

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitney

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitney
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied438 (52.5%)$57,273
Renter-Occupied397 (47.5%)$30,298
Average835 (100.0%)$39,215

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitney

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitney
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00018 (4.1%)18 (4.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)4 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (2.5%)79 (19.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99935 (8.0%)22 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99913 (3.0%)56 (14.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99944 (10.1%)41 (10.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99975 (17.1%)82 (20.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999100 (22.8%)74 (18.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99978 (17.8%)6 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99923 (5.2%)14 (3.5%)
$150,000 or more41 (9.4%)1 (0.3%)
Total438 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitney

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitney
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30048 (11.0%)17 (4.3%)
$300 to $499114 (26.0%)70 (17.6%)
$500 to $79980 (18.3%)91 (22.9%)
$800 to $99924 (5.5%)49 (12.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499119 (27.2%)120 (30.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99940 (9.1%)23 (5.8%)
$2,000 to $2,4998 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more5 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total438 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Whitney

Housing Structures in Whitney

Housing Structures in Whitney
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached58770.3%
Single Unit, Attached182.2%
2 Unit Apartments607.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments8410.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments283.4%
10 or more Apartments131.6%
Mobile Home / Other455.4%
Total835100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitney

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitney
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached393 (66.9%)194 (33.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total438 (52.5%)397 (47.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitney

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitney
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)4 (1.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)91 (22.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms260 (59.4%)193 (48.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms116 (26.5%)106 (26.7%)
8 or more Rooms62 (14.2%)3 (0.8%)
Total438 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitney

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitney
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas139 (31.7%)84 (21.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas9 (2.1%)18 (4.5%)
Electricity290 (66.2%)295 (74.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total438 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitney

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitney
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (1.8%)7 (1.8%)
1 Vehicle140 (32.0%)260 (65.5%)
2 Vehicles140 (32.0%)117 (29.5%)
3 or more Vehicles150 (34.3%)13 (3.3%)
Total438 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Whitney

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Whitney

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units224214
Median Property Value$70,000$121,500
Median Household Income$47,273$24
Monthly Housing Costs$402$5
Real Estate Taxes$1,292$24

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitney

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitney
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00051 (22.8%)11 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999111 (49.5%)65 (30.4%)
$100,000 to $299,99955 (24.5%)133 (62.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9997 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)5 (2.3%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total224 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitney

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitney
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00014 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99956 (25.0%)4 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (4.9%)3 (1.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99932 (14.3%)33 (15.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (28.1%)43 (20.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (11.6%)37 (17.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9995 (2.2%)52 (24.3%)
$150,000 or more17 (7.6%)18 (8.4%)
Total224 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitney

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitney
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x98 (43.8%)70,469 (32,929.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x59 (26.3%)104 (48.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x17 (7.6%)67 (31.3%)
4.0x or more39 (17.4%)11 (5.1%)
Total224 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitney

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitney
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80052 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49981 (36.2%)8 (3.7%)
$800 to $1,49978 (34.8%)11 (5.1%)
Total224 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Whitney

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitney

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitney
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years449 (95.3%)22 (4.7%)
19 to 25 Years167 (72.0%)65 (28.0%)
26 to 34 Years123 (56.4%)95 (43.6%)
35 to 44 Years155 (61.3%)98 (38.7%)
45 to 54 Years186 (78.1%)52 (21.8%)
55 to 64 Years188 (74.0%)66 (26.0%)
65 to 74 Years192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older152 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,787 (81.8%)398 (18.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitney

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitney
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen449 (95.3%)22 (4.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen167 (72.0%)65 (28.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitney

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitney
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000380 (78.7%)103 (21.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999445 (67.8%)211 (32.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999424 (86.0%)69 (14.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999274 (94.8%)15 (5.2%)
$100,000 and over264 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitney

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitney
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6144 (82.3%)47 (26.9%)
6 to 18 Years253 (53.7%)206 (43.7%)
19 to 25 Years67 (28.9%)100 (43.1%)
25 to 34 Years51 (23.4%)83 (38.1%)
35 to 44 Years13 (5.1%)144 (56.9%)
45 to 54 Years44 (18.5%)151 (63.4%)
55 to 64 Years57 (22.4%)162 (63.8%)
65 to 74 Years192 (100.0%)70 (36.5%)
75 Years and over152 (100.0%)56 (36.8%)
Total973 (44.5%)1,019 (46.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitney

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitney
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years84 (27.8%)6 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)63 (25.0%)
35 to 64 Years51 (13.3%)107 (29.6%)
65 to 74 Years27 (35.1%)59 (51.3%)
75 Years and over27 (48.2%)57 (59.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Whitney

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Whitney: <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 Years23 (6.0%)17 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years19 (24.7%)4 (3.5%)
75 Years and over27 (48.2%)24 (25.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Whitney: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years16 (4.2%)56 (15.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)20 (17.4%)
75 Years and over13 (23.2%)12 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Whitney: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years63 (20.9%)6 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)39 (15.5%)
35 to 64 Years9 (2.4%)21 (5.8%)
65 to 74 Years4 (5.2%)37 (32.2%)
75 Years and over5 (8.9%)47 (49.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Whitney: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years30 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)31 (12.3%)
35 to 64 Years20 (5.2%)44 (12.1%)
65 to 74 Years9 (11.7%)47 (40.9%)
75 Years and over17 (30.4%)46 (47.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Whitney: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (7.8%)
75 Years and over8 (14.3%)5 (5.2%)

Technology Access in Whitney

Computing Device Access in Whitney

Computing Device Access in Whitney
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop59371.0%
Smartphone71485.5%
Tablet37144.4%
No Computing Device465.5%
Total835100.0%

Internet Access in Whitney

Internet Access in Whitney
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home51161.2%
Cellular Data Only13015.6%
Satellite Internet10712.8%
No Internet10612.7%
Total835100.0%

Whitney Summary

Whitney, Texas is a small city located in Hill County, Texas, United States. It is situated on the Brazos River, approximately 50 miles south of Dallas and 40 miles north of Waco. The city has a population of approximately 3,000 people and is the county seat of Hill County.

History

The area that is now Whitney was first settled in the early 1850s by a group of German immigrants. The town was originally named “Holland” after the first settler, John Holland. In 1872, the town was renamed “Whitney” after the first postmaster, William Whitney.
The city was officially incorporated in 1881 and quickly became a center of commerce and industry. The city was home to several cotton gins, a cottonseed oil mill, a flour mill, and a brick factory. The city also had a railroad station, which connected it to the rest of the state.
In the early 1900s, the city experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The population increased from 1,000 in 1900 to over 3,000 by 1930. During this time, the city was home to several banks, a movie theater, a hotel, and a variety of other businesses.

Geography

Whitney is located in Hill County, Texas, approximately 50 miles south of Dallas and 40 miles north of Waco. The city is situated on the Brazos River and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The climate is generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s in the winter to the mid-90s in the summer.

Economy

The economy of Whitney is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The city is home to several farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including cotton, corn, wheat, and hay. The city is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Hill County Courthouse, the Hill County Museum, and the Hill County Historical Society.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Whitney was 3,076. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 15.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.5% from other races. The median household income was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938.

Conclusion

Whitney, Texas is a small city located in Hill County, Texas, United States. It is situated on the Brazos River, approximately 50 miles south of Dallas and 40 miles north of Waco. The city has a population of approximately 3,000 people and is the county seat of Hill County. The economy of Whitney is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the city is home to several farms and ranches, as well as a variety of tourist attractions. The population of Whitney is largely White, with a significant Hispanic or Latino population. The median household income is $37,917, and the median family income is $45,938.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Whitney?
Total Population of Whitney is 2,336.
What is the Total Male Population of Whitney?
Total Male Population of Whitney is 1,115.
What is the Total Female Population of Whitney?
Total Female Population of Whitney is 1,221.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Whitney?
There are 91.32 Males per 100 Females in Whitney.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Whitney?
There are 109.51 Females per 100 Males in Whitney.
What is the Median Population Age in Whitney?
Median Population Age in Whitney is 37.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Whitney
Average Family Size in Whitney is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Whitney
Average Household Size in Whitney is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Whitney?
Per Capita income in Whitney is $22,210.
What is the Median Family Income in Whitney?
Median Family Income in Whitney is $49,808.
What is the Median Household income in Whitney?
Median Household Income in Whitney is $39,215.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Whitney?
Income or Wage Gap in Whitney is 48.0%.
Women in Whitney earn 52.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Whitney?
Inequality or Gini Index in Whitney is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Whitney?
There are 1,006 People in the Labor Forcein in Whitney.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Whitney?
55.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Whitney.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Whitney?
Unemployment Rate in Whitney is 3.2%.