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Whitwell Overview

$27,642
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$65,978
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,652
TOTAL POPULATION
901
MALE POPULATION
751
FEMALE POPULATION
119.97
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.35
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
943
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Whitwell Area Codes

Income in Whitwell

Income Overview in Whitwell

Per Capita Income in Whitwell is $27,642, while median incomes of families and households are $79,500 and $65,978 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,652$27,642
Median Family Income508$79,500
Mean Family Income508$73,398
Median Household Income768$65,978
Mean Household Income768$72,113
Income Deficit508$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,6520.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,652100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6520.39

Earnings by Sex in Whitwell

Earnings by Sex in Whitwell
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male550 (59.2%)$0
Female379 (40.8%)$27,305
Total929 (100.0%)$32,708

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitwell

The most common earnings brackets in Whitwell are $22,500 to $24,999 for men (88 | 16.0%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (44 | 11.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Whitwell
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less7 (1.3%)12 (3.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)8 (2.1%)
$5,000 to $7,4993 (0.5%)4 (1.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99923 (4.2%)39 (10.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49982 (14.9%)4 (1.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99935 (6.4%)12 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (0.7%)22 (5.8%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)7 (1.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (1.1%)28 (7.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99988 (16.0%)24 (6.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99914 (2.5%)35 (9.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99918 (3.3%)6 (1.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9994 (0.7%)23 (6.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99919 (3.5%)39 (10.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99920 (3.6%)44 (11.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99910 (1.8%)8 (2.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99961 (11.1%)19 (5.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99987 (15.8%)6 (1.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99928 (5.1%)33 (8.7%)
$100,000+41 (7.4%)6 (1.6%)
Total550 (100.0%)379 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitwell

Average earnings in Whitwell are $34,453 for men and $39,000 for women, a difference of 11.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $73,365, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $24,503. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $80,667, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Whitwell
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$24,503$28,750
College or Associate's Degree$73,365$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$34,453$39,000

Family Income in Whitwell

Family Income Brackets in Whitwell

According to the Whitwell family income data, there are 202 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Whitwell
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00081.6%
$10,000 to $14,999254.9%
$15,000 to $24,999509.8%
$25,000 to $34,999244.7%
$35,000 to $49,999367.1%
$50,000 to $74,99910721.1%
$75,000 to $99,9995611.0%
$100,000 to $149,99920239.8%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitwell

4-person families (138 | 27.2%) account for the highest median family income in Whitwell with $103,523 per family, while 2-person families (263 | 51.8%) have the highest median income of $30,547 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Whitwell
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families263 (51.8%)$61,094
3-Person Families101 (19.9%)$82,411
4-Person Families138 (27.2%)$103,523
5-Person Families3 (0.6%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (0.6%)$0
Total508 (100.0%)$79,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitwell

The median family income in Whitwell is $79,500, with families comprising 3+ earners (132) having the highest median family income of $104,091, while families with no earners (99) have the lowest median family income of $22,440, accounting for 26.0% and 19.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Whitwell
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners99 (19.5%)$22,440
1 Earner147 (28.9%)$59,531
2 Earners130 (25.6%)$96,500
3+ Earners132 (26.0%)$104,091
Total508 (100.0%)$79,500

Household Income in Whitwell

Household Income Brackets in Whitwell

With 140 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Whitwell, accounting for 18.2% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Whitwell
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000233.0%
$10,000 to $14,999486.3%
$15,000 to $24,9999812.8%
$25,000 to $34,9998711.3%
$35,000 to $49,999739.5%
$50,000 to $74,99911715.2%
$75,000 to $99,9998410.9%
$100,000 to $149,99914018.2%
$150,000 to $199,9999812.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Whitwell

The median household income in Whitwell is $65,978, with the highest median household income of $107,791 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 380 households (49.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $26,250, with 192 households (25.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Whitwell
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years55 (7.2%)$65,956
25 to 44 Years141 (18.4%)$62,188
45 to 64 Years380 (49.5%)$107,791
65+ Years192 (25.0%)$26,250
Total768 (100.0%)$65,978

Poverty in Whitwell

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitwell

With 12.7% poverty level for males and 20.2% for females among the residents of Whitwell, 5 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 33 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (10.7%)3 (6.8%)
5 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)18 (39.1%)
12 to 14 Years12 (60.0%)6 (17.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years18 (24.0%)22 (24.7%)
25 to 34 Years11 (7.4%)33 (50.0%)
35 to 44 Years5 (5.5%)16 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years17 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years12 (9.9%)27 (37.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (25.9%)6 (5.8%)
75 Years and over18 (22.8%)21 (27.3%)
Total114 (12.7%)152 (20.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Whitwell

According to the poverty statistics in Whitwell, males aged 6 to 11 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 Whitwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (89.3%)41 (93.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years47 (100.0%)28 (60.9%)
12 to 14 Years8 (40.0%)29 (82.9%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years18 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years57 (76.0%)67 (75.3%)
25 to 34 Years138 (92.6%)33 (50.0%)
35 to 44 Years86 (94.5%)66 (80.5%)
45 to 54 Years198 (92.1%)124 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years109 (90.1%)46 (63.0%)
65 to 74 Years40 (74.1%)97 (94.2%)
75 Years and over61 (77.2%)56 (72.7%)
Total787 (87.4%)599 (79.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Whitwell

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Whitwell show that 4.9% or 17 of the total 346 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 9.4%, comprising of 17 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 Whitwell
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children164 (90.6%)17 (9.4%)
1 or 2 Children165 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total329 (95.1%)17 (4.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitwell

According to the poverty data in Whitwell, 8.6% or 6 single-father households and 23.9% or 22 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (16.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Whitwell
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children4 (16.0%)5 (17.9%)
1 or 2 Children2 (4.4%)12 (20.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (8.6%)22 (23.9%)

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

The poverty data for Whitwell shows that 17 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 28 of the single-parent households (17.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (9.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Whitwell
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children17 (9.4%)9 (17.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)14 (13.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (4.9%)28 (17.3%)

Race in Whitwell

The most populous races in Whitwell are White / Caucasian (1,558 | 94.3%), Hispanic or Latino (164 | 9.9%), and Two or more Races (89 | 5.4%).
Race in Whitwell
Race# Population% Population
Asian50.3%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1649.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,55894.3%
Two or more Races895.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,652100.0%

Ancestry in Whitwell

The most populous ancestries reported in Whitwell are American (326 | 19.7%), German (144 | 8.7%), Irish (135 | 8.2%), Mexican (132 | 8.0%), and English (110 | 6.7%), together accounting for 51.3% of all Whitwell residents.
Ancestry in Whitwell
Ancestry# Population% Population
American32619.7%
Arab90.5%
British171.0%
Burmese50.3%
Cherokee191.1%
Dutch80.5%
English1106.7%
European161.0%
French80.5%
German1448.7%
Irish1358.2%
Italian120.7%
Lebanese90.5%
Mexican1328.0%
Nigerian20.1%
Scotch-Irish201.2%
Scottish161.0%
Subsaharan African20.1%
Swedish100.6%
Welsh10.1%
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Immigrants in Whitwell

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Whitwell came from Central America (24 | 1.5%), Latin America (24 | 1.5%), Mexico (24 | 1.5%), Asia (5 | 0.3%), and Eastern Asia (5 | 0.3%), together accounting for 5.0% of all Whitwell residents.
Immigrants in Whitwell
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia50.3%
Canada40.2%
Central America241.5%
Eastern Asia50.3%
Europe40.2%
Germany40.2%
Korea50.3%
Latin America241.5%
Mexico241.5%
Western Europe40.2%
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Sex and Age in Whitwell

Sex and Age in Whitwell

The most populous age groups in Whitwell are 50 to 54 Years (140 | 15.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (83 | 11.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Whitwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (3.1%)44 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years33 (3.7%)34 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Years38 (4.2%)47 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Years25 (2.8%)18 (2.4%)
20 to 24 Years68 (7.5%)83 (11.1%)
25 to 29 Years31 (3.4%)28 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Years118 (13.1%)38 (5.1%)
35 to 39 Years21 (2.3%)39 (5.2%)
40 to 44 Years70 (7.8%)43 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years75 (8.3%)56 (7.5%)
50 to 54 Years140 (15.5%)68 (9.0%)
55 to 59 Years28 (3.1%)51 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years93 (10.3%)22 (2.9%)
65 to 69 Years28 (3.1%)31 (4.1%)
70 to 74 Years26 (2.9%)72 (9.6%)
75 to 79 Years73 (8.1%)34 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)10 (1.3%)
85 Years and over6 (0.7%)33 (4.4%)
Total901 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Whitwell

Median Family Size in Whitwell

The median family size in Whitwell is 2.46 persons per family, with single female/mother families (92 | 18.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.76 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (70 | 13.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.31 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Whitwell
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple346 (68.1%)2.41
Single Male/Father70 (13.8%)2.31
Single Female/Mother92 (18.1%)2.76
Total Families508 (100.0%)2.46

Median Household Size in Whitwell

The median household size in Whitwell is 2.15 persons per household, with single female/mother households (92 | 12.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.14 persons per household. non-family households (260 | 33.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Whitwell
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple346 (45.1%)2.48
Single Male/Father70 (9.1%)2.69
Single Female/Mother92 (12.0%)3.14
Non-family260 (33.9%)1.22
Total Households768 (100.0%)2.15

Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitwell

Out of a total of 768 households in Whitwell, 508 (66.1%) are family households, while 260 (33.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 222, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 199.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Whitwell
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-199 (25.9%)
2-Person Households222 (28.9%)61 (7.9%)
3-Person Households130 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households54 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households95 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total508 (66.1%)260 (33.9%)

Female Fertility in Whitwell

Fertility by Age in Whitwell

Average fertility rate in Whitwell is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 128.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Whitwell
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years19 (82.6%)128.0
35 to 50 years4 (17.4%)28.0
Total23 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitwell

91.3% of women with births (23) in Whitwell are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 10.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Whitwell
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years17 (89.5%)2 (10.5%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)

Fertility by Education in Whitwell

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Whitwell
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma6 (26.1%)38.0
College or Associate's Degree12 (52.2%)156.0
Bachelor's Degree5 (21.7%)122.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total23 (100.0%)74.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitwell

8.7% of women with births in Whitwell are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 33.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Whitwell
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
College or Associate's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (91.3%)2 (8.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Whitwell

Employment by Class of Employer in Whitwell

Among the 865 employed individuals in Whitwell, private company employees (666 | 77.0%), federal government employees (54 | 6.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (49 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Whitwell
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees66677.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)495.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations404.6%
Local Government Employees232.7%
State Government Employees333.8%
Federal Government Employees546.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total865100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Whitwell

According to the labor force statistics for Whitwell, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,424), 66.2% or 943 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 51 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 93.6% or 146 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.5% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Whitwell
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years13 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years123 (81.5%)12 (9.8%)
25 to 29 Years50 (84.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years146 (93.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years149 (86.1%)29 (19.5%)
45 to 54 Years294 (86.7%)4 (1.4%)
55 to 59 Years43 (54.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years37 (32.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years55 (35.0%)6 (10.9%)
75 Years and over33 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total943 (66.2%)51 (5.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitwell

According to labor force statistics for Whitwell, 78.1% of individuals (719) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (921) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 33 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 96.3% or 79 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.4% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Whitwell
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School16 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma494 (86.8%)30 (5.3%)
College / Associate Degree130 (81.3%)9 (5.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher79 (96.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total719 (78.1%)42 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Whitwell

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitwell are Management (48 | 5.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (48 | 5.4%), Health Technologists (43 | 4.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (21 | 2.4%), and Community & Social Service (19 | 2.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Whitwell

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Whitwell, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.7%), and Health Technologists (90.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Whitwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Management29 (60.4%)19 (39.6%)
Business & Financial17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (15.8%)16 (84.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (8.3%)44 (91.7%)
Health Technologists4 (9.3%)39 (90.7%)
Total (Category)74 (48.4%)79 (51.6%)
Total (Overall)524 (58.7%)368 (41.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Whitwell are Security & Protection (92 | 10.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (92 | 10.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (63 | 7.1%), Healthcare Support (45 | 5.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (14 | 1.6%).
Services Occupations in Whitwell

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Whitwell, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (95.7%), Firefighting & Prevention (95.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Whitwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Security & Protection88 (95.7%)4 (4.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention88 (95.7%)4 (4.3%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance21 (33.3%)42 (66.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)109 (49.3%)112 (50.7%)
Total (Overall)524 (58.7%)368 (41.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Whitwell are Sales & Related (176 | 19.7%), and Office & Administration (56 | 6.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Whitwell

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Whitwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related110 (62.5%)66 (37.5%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
Total (Category)110 (47.4%)122 (52.6%)
Total (Overall)524 (58.7%)368 (41.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Whitwell are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (68 | 7.6%), and Construction & Extraction (58 | 6.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Whitwell

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Whitwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)126 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)524 (58.7%)368 (41.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Whitwell are Production (84 | 9.4%), Material Moving (60 | 6.7%), and Transportation (16 | 1.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Whitwell

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Whitwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Production62 (73.8%)22 (26.2%)
Transportation12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
Material Moving31 (51.7%)29 (48.3%)
Total (Category)105 (65.6%)55 (34.4%)
Total (Overall)524 (58.7%)368 (41.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitwell

Employment Industries in Whitwell

The major employment industries in Whitwell include Retail Trade (185 | 20.7%), Manufacturing (122 | 13.7%), Administrative & Support (122 | 13.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (113 | 12.7%), and Construction (80 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Whitwell

Employment Industries by Sex in Whitwell

The Whitwell industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (96.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Whitwell
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction69 (86.3%)11 (13.8%)
Manufacturing89 (73.0%)33 (27.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade127 (68.6%)58 (31.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing34 (85.0%)6 (15.0%)
Utilities34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance15 (19.7%)61 (80.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support100 (82.0%)22 (18.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (3.5%)109 (96.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Public Administration36 (69.2%)16 (30.8%)
Total524 (58.7%)368 (41.3%)

Education in Whitwell

School Enrollment in Whitwell

The most common levels of schooling among the 216 students in Whitwell are elementary school (65 | 30.1%), high school (64 | 29.6%), and middle school (51 | 23.6%).
School Enrollment in Whitwell
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool156.9%
Kindergarten156.9%
Elementary School6530.1%
Middle School5123.6%
High School6429.6%
College / Undergraduate62.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total216100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitwell

Out of a total of 216 students who are enrolled in schools in Whitwell, 11 (5.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 205 (94.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (100.0% 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 15 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Whitwell
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds79 (92.9%)6 (7.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Total205 (94.9%)11 (5.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitwell

Business (61 | 70.1%), engineering (13 | 14.9%), science & technology (9 | 10.3%), and psychology (4 | 4.6%) are the most common fields of study among 87 individuals in Whitwell who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Whitwell
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology44.6%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering1314.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology910.3%
Business6170.1%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total87100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Whitwell

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitwell

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Whitwell are males with 4 vehicles (151, accounting for 29.2%) and females with 4 vehicles (52, making up 43.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Whitwell
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle50 (9.7%)66 (19.0%)
2 Vehicles96 (18.6%)112 (32.2%)
3 Vehicles86 (16.6%)72 (20.7%)
4 Vehicles151 (29.2%)52 (14.9%)
5 or more Vehicles134 (25.9%)46 (13.2%)
Total517 (100.0%)348 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Whitwell

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Whitwell are 45 to 59 minutes (289 commuters, 38.2%), 60 to 89 minutes (129 commuters, 17.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (89 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Whitwell
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes121.6%
5 to 9 Minutes91.2%
10 to 14 Minutes233.0%
15 to 19 Minutes60.8%
20 to 24 Minutes618.1%
25 to 29 Minutes263.4%
30 to 34 Minutes8911.8%
35 to 39 Minutes344.5%
40 to 44 Minutes455.9%
45 to 59 Minutes28938.2%
60 to 89 Minutes12917.0%
90 or more Minutes344.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Whitwell

The most common commute times in Whitwell are 45 to 59 minutes (188 commuters, 40.9%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (101 commuters, 34.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Whitwell
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes8 (1.7%)4 (1.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes5 (1.1%)4 (1.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes4 (0.9%)19 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes5 (1.1%)1 (0.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes13 (2.8%)48 (16.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)26 (8.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes63 (13.7%)26 (8.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes13 (2.8%)21 (7.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes16 (3.5%)29 (9.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes188 (40.9%)101 (34.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes122 (26.5%)7 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes23 (5.0%)11 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitwell

The most frequent times of departure to work in Whitwell are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (132, 28.7%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (48, 16.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Whitwell
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM78 (17.0%)29 (9.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM27 (5.9%)33 (11.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM28 (6.1%)16 (5.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM26 (5.7%)23 (7.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)48 (16.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM27 (5.9%)20 (6.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM7 (1.5%)4 (1.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)33 (11.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM10 (2.2%)14 (4.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (1.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM6 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM119 (25.9%)27 (9.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM132 (28.7%)46 (15.5%)
Total460 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Whitwell

Occupancy by Ownership in Whitwell

Of the total 768 dwellings in Whitwell, owner-occupied units account for 560 (72.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 208 (27.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Whitwell
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units56072.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units20827.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units768100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitwell

Occupancy by Household Size in Whitwell
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19925.9%
2-Person Household28336.8%
3-Person Household13016.9%
4+ Person Household15620.3%
Total Housing Units768100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitwell

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Whitwell
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household110 (55.3%)89 (44.7%)
2-Person Household226 (79.9%)57 (20.1%)
3-Person Household87 (66.9%)43 (33.1%)
4+ Person Household137 (87.8%)19 (12.2%)
Total Housing Units560 (72.9%)208 (27.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitwell

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Whitwell
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School81 (56.6%)62 (43.4%)
High School Diploma309 (74.3%)107 (25.7%)
College/Associate Degree113 (85.0%)20 (15.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher57 (75.0%)19 (25.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitwell

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Whitwell
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years12816.7%
35 to 44 Years688.8%
45 to 54 Years23130.1%
55 to 64 Years14919.4%
65 to 74 Years11214.6%
75 to 84 Years486.2%
85 Years and Over324.2%
Total768100.0%

Housing Finances in Whitwell

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitwell

Median Income by Occupancy in Whitwell
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied560 (72.9%)$77,955
Renter-Occupied208 (27.1%)$33,269
Average768 (100.0%)$65,978

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitwell

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Whitwell
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (1.3%)4 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.5%)9 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99925 (4.5%)23 (11.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (2.7%)26 (12.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99944 (7.9%)13 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99949 (8.7%)38 (18.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (5.9%)40 (19.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99996 (17.1%)21 (10.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99978 (13.9%)6 (2.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999112 (20.0%)28 (13.5%)
$150,000 or more98 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total560 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitwell

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Whitwell
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30093 (16.6%)6 (2.9%)
$300 to $499128 (22.9%)8 (3.8%)
$500 to $79979 (14.1%)53 (25.5%)
$800 to $99929 (5.2%)38 (18.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499202 (36.1%)67 (32.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99925 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4994 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)9 (4.3%)
Total560 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Whitwell

Housing Structures in Whitwell

Housing Structures in Whitwell
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached60478.6%
Single Unit, Attached91.2%
2 Unit Apartments151.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments141.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments263.4%
Mobile Home / Other10013.0%
Total768100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitwell

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Whitwell
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached499 (82.6%)105 (17.4%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other61 (61.0%)39 (39.0%)
Total560 (72.9%)208 (27.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitwell

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Whitwell
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms27 (4.8%)42 (20.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms255 (45.5%)130 (62.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms183 (32.7%)36 (17.3%)
8 or more Rooms95 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total560 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitwell

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Whitwell
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas168 (30.0%)6 (2.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas11 (2.0%)10 (4.8%)
Electricity381 (68.0%)192 (92.3%)
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%)
Total560 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitwell

Household Vehicle Usage in Whitwell
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle19 (3.4%)24 (11.5%)
1 Vehicle85 (15.2%)130 (62.5%)
2 Vehicles151 (27.0%)48 (23.1%)
3 or more Vehicles305 (54.5%)6 (2.9%)
Total560 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Whitwell

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Whitwell

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units242318
Median Property Value$110,700$117,800
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$329$0
Real Estate Taxes$658$29

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitwell

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Whitwell
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00028 (11.6%)7 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99978 (32.2%)66 (20.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999128 (52.9%)241 (75.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9994 (1.7%)4 (1.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total242 (100.0%)318 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitwell

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Whitwell
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00010 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99961 (25.2%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99932 (13.2%)23 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (10.3%)17 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99940 (16.5%)8 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9996 (2.5%)56 (17.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99962 (25.6%)72 (22.6%)
$150,000 or more6 (2.5%)50 (15.7%)
Total242 (100.0%)318 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitwell

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Whitwell
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x103 (42.6%)87,273 (27,444.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x34 (14.1%)209 (65.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x36 (14.9%)68 (21.4%)
4.0x or more65 (26.9%)14 (4.4%)
Total242 (100.0%)318 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitwell

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Whitwell
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800168 (69.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49948 (19.8%)221 (69.5%)
$800 to $1,49919 (7.9%)56 (17.6%)
Total242 (100.0%)318 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Whitwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitwell
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years66 (86.8%)10 (13.2%)
6 to 18 Years179 (95.2%)9 (4.8%)
19 to 25 Years159 (96.4%)6 (3.6%)
26 to 34 Years113 (55.4%)91 (44.6%)
35 to 44 Years149 (86.1%)24 (13.9%)
45 to 54 Years313 (92.3%)26 (7.7%)
55 to 64 Years183 (94.3%)11 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years157 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older153 (98.1%)3 (1.9%)
Total1,472 (89.1%)180 (10.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Whitwell
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born66 (86.8%)10 (13.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen179 (95.2%)9 (4.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen159 (96.4%)6 (3.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Whitwell
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000227 (84.1%)43 (15.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999275 (86.2%)44 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999283 (96.6%)10 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999208 (96.3%)8 (3.7%)
$100,000 and over479 (86.5%)75 (13.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitwell

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Whitwell
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 642 (55.3%)24 (31.6%)
6 to 18 Years74 (39.4%)139 (73.9%)
19 to 25 Years39 (23.6%)132 (80.0%)
25 to 34 Years10 (4.9%)103 (50.5%)
35 to 44 Years57 (33.0%)92 (53.2%)
45 to 54 Years15 (4.4%)298 (87.9%)
55 to 64 Years102 (52.6%)90 (46.4%)
65 to 74 Years156 (99.4%)22 (14.0%)
75 Years and over153 (98.1%)65 (41.7%)
Total648 (39.2%)965 (58.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitwell

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Whitwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (10.1%)6 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.7%)16 (10.3%)
35 to 64 Years94 (22.0%)58 (20.8%)
65 to 74 Years24 (44.4%)22 (21.4%)
75 Years and over18 (22.8%)59 (76.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Whitwell

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Whitwell: <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 Years31 (7.3%)4 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years3 (5.6%)4 (3.9%)
75 Years and over15 (19.0%)34 (44.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Whitwell: <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%)11 (7.1%)
35 to 64 Years12 (2.8%)2 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (3.9%)
75 Years and over6 (7.6%)27 (35.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Whitwell: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (10.1%)6 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.7%)5 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years50 (11.7%)49 (17.6%)
65 to 74 Years6 (11.1%)9 (8.7%)
75 Years and over9 (11.4%)9 (11.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Whitwell: <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 Years28 (6.6%)32 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years21 (38.9%)18 (17.5%)
75 Years and over9 (11.4%)47 (61.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Whitwell: <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%)13 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years7 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (3.8%)6 (7.8%)

Technology Access in Whitwell

Computing Device Access in Whitwell

Computing Device Access in Whitwell
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop49264.1%
Smartphone54671.1%
Tablet48062.5%
No Computing Device12616.4%
Total768100.0%

Internet Access in Whitwell

Internet Access in Whitwell
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet30.4%
Broadband Home51567.1%
Cellular Data Only10113.2%
Satellite Internet526.8%
No Internet12716.5%
Total768100.0%

Whitwell Summary

Whitwell, Tennessee is a small town located in Marion County, Tennessee. It is situated in the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains and is home to a population of approximately 2,000 people. The town was founded in 1854 and has a rich history of coal mining, railroads, and agriculture.

Geography

Whitwell is located in the Sequatchie Valley, which is a narrow valley that runs through the Cumberland Mountains. The town is situated at the intersection of two major highways, US Highway 27 and State Route 28. The town is surrounded by mountains and hills, and is located at an elevation of 1,000 feet. The climate in Whitwell is mild, with temperatures ranging from the mid-30s in the winter to the mid-80s in the summer.

Economy

The economy of Whitwell is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and hay. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, as the town is home to several attractions, including the Whitwell Depot Museum, the Whitwell Coal Mine, and the Whitwell Country Club.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Whitwell was 2,037. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.9% from other races. The median household income in Whitwell was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,917. The per capita income in Whitwell was $17,845.

History

Whitwell was founded in 1854 by a group of settlers from North Carolina. The town was named after a local creek, which was named after a local settler, William Whitwell. The town was originally a farming community, but in the late 19th century, the town began to develop a coal mining industry. The coal industry was the main source of employment in the town until the mid-20th century, when the industry began to decline. In the late 20th century, the town began to focus on tourism and agriculture.
Today, Whitwell is a small, rural town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The town is home to several attractions, including the Whitwell Depot Museum, the Whitwell Coal Mine, and the Whitwell Country Club. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The town is a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the town's natural beauty and its unique history.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Whitwell?
Per Capita income in Whitwell is $27,642.
What is the Median Family Income in Whitwell?
Median Family Income in Whitwell is $79,500.
What is the Median Household income in Whitwell?
Median Household Income in Whitwell is $65,978.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Whitwell?
Inequality or Gini Index in Whitwell is 0.39.
What is the Total Population of Whitwell?
Total Population of Whitwell is 1,652.
What is the Total Male Population of Whitwell?
Total Male Population of Whitwell is 901.
What is the Total Female Population of Whitwell?
Total Female Population of Whitwell is 751.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Whitwell?
There are 119.97 Males per 100 Females in Whitwell.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Whitwell?
There are 83.35 Females per 100 Males in Whitwell.
What is the Median Population Age in Whitwell?
Median Population Age in Whitwell is 45.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Whitwell
Average Family Size in Whitwell is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Whitwell
Average Household Size in Whitwell is 2.1 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Whitwell?
There are 943 People in the Labor Forcein in Whitwell.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Whitwell?
66.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Whitwell.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Whitwell?
Unemployment Rate in Whitwell is 5.4%.