Whittemore is a city located in Kossuth County, in the state of Iowa (IA), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1203 ft. With a population of approximately 530 residents, Whittemore offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.11% males and 51.89% females, and it has a population density of 261.90 people per square mile (487.22/km²). Whittemore lies at a latitude of 43.06 and a longitude of -94.42, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6.2%), followed by English (6.6%), German (53.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 50598.