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Whiting, IN

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Population
4,479
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
587 ft
Median Home Value
$198,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$71,708
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communityEast Chicago, Indiana2.4 miles away · 25,610 residents.

About Whiting

Whiting is a historic city in Lake County, Indiana, situated along the southern shore of Lake Michigan within the Chicago metropolitan area. Founded in 1889 and home to the Whiting Refinery—the largest oil refinery in the Midwest—the community of approximately 4,532 is served by the School City of Whiting district for public education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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