Whiting Public RecordsIndiana

Whiting, a city in Lake County, Indiana, has a 2022 estimated population of 4,500. The median age is 36.8 years, with 48% male and 52% female residents. Racially, the city is 63% White, 6% Black or African American, 2% Asian, and 25% from other races; 41% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino.

Whiting, Lake County, IN, features a homeownership rate around 59%, with median home values averaging $155,000 as of 2024. Rental units comprise about 41% of housing, with median rents near $1,000/month. The city's housing stock mainly includes single-family homes and some multi-unit buildings, especially in Central Whiting, while areas like Robertsdale feature more detached houses. Whiting’s property tax rate is approximately 2% of assessed value, higher than the national average. Recent years have seen modest home price growth of about 4% annually, reflecting steady demand and affordability compared to much of the Chicago metro area.

Whiting, Lake County, IN, has 5 public schools, including Whiting High School, which serves grades 9-12 with a graduation rate of around 93%. About 22% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Whiting High’s GreatSchools rating is 6/10, reflecting average performance. The city prioritizes school safety, utilizing SROs and security protocols. Educational programs include AP courses, dual credit, and STEM initiatives. Adult education is supported by regional community colleges.

Whiting, Lake County, Indiana, primarily relies on personal vehicles for commuting, with around 84% of residents driving alone and approximately 9% carpooling. Public transit usage is low, at about 2%, reflecting limited local transit infrastructure. The average one-way commute time is roughly 25 minutes. Major roads like US-41 and proximity to I-90 support connectivity. Most households—over 90%—own at least one vehicle. While Whiting’s economy includes energy and manufacturing, many residents commute to Chicago, Indiana Harbor, and Gary for employment, leveraging the city’s highway access to regional job centers.

Whiting, Lake County, IN, is served primarily by Community Hospital (Munster) and St. Catherine Hospital (East Chicago), both within 5 miles. Whiting’s 2020 population was ~4,600, with 61% White, 36% Hispanic, and 7% uninsured (vs Indiana’s 8.7%). The city lacks its own acute-care hospital but has multiple clinics and urgent care centers. Access is moderate—75% reported a usual source of care. Common issues include diabetes (10% prevalence), hypertension (28%), and asthma (9%). Approximately 45% have employer-based insurance, 27% Medicaid/Medicare. There are ~1.8 primary care physicians per 10,000 residents in the wider area.