Whitewater 76 Exceptional
Whitewater Livability #107 ranked city in Wisconsin#2,906 ranked city in the USARanks better than 90% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Whitewater

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Everyday cost of living expenses like goods and services, housing, groceries, transportation, health care and utilities are far below the national average.

  • Crime

    This area boasts a crime rate that is far below the national average, making it a very safe place to live. These crime statistics encompass both property and violent offenses.

  • Health & Safety

    Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.

  • Ratings

    According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Employment

    This area earns a low score in the employment category due to low household income levels and high unemployment rates, which may pose challenges in seeking job opportunities.

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What's it like Living in Whitewater?

Whitewater, Wisconsin is a moderately-sized city with a population of 14,762 people. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (85% White). Given that fact, Whitewater could be considered less diverse than other cities. Whitewater tends to attract a younger crowd, as the median age of 22 is far below the national average. Whitewater is very likely to be a great place to live for singles as only 23%, of the population (over fifteen) are classified as married. Not a fan of sitting in traffic during your commute to work? Whitewater offers shorter work commutes, with an average one-way commute time taking only 18 minutes, far lower than the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Whitewater could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Wisconsin if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. The best areas in Whitewater and in surrounding cities are easier to find when you are able to make informed decisions. Using data from cost of living, commute, health & safety, education, you will see a detailed breakdown of the most important information as well as comparisons to the Wisconsin and national averages.

Using data and statistics Whitewater has received a livability score of 74 out of 100. This score is ranked in the 88th percentile when compared to all other cities. Based on the rankings for each individual category, Whitewater has received high marks for crime (B+) and cost of living (B+). The bad news for Whitewater, there are some categories for which it does not rank well, this includes: amenities (D-) and employment (F).

Assuming that Whitewater meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in Whitewater. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in Whitewater are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in Whitewater come in at $171,300, which is 2.6% higher than the Wisconsin average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Whitewater, the home price to income ratio is 4.7, which is 51.6% higher than the Wisconsin average.

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      Whitewater transportation information

      Statistic Whitewater Wisconsin National
      Average one way commute18min22min26min
      Workers who drive to work71.3%80.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool8.6%8.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%1.9%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.5%0.8%0.6%
      Workers who walk14.7%3.3%2.8%
      Working from home4.4%4.2%4.6%
      Source: The Whitewater, WI data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).