Median Income
$74,821
0% lower than US avg
Home Value
$156,800
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How West Mansfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population904
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density1,089/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans11.1%
Economy
A+
Median Income$74,821
Per Capita$39,285
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$2,767M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$156,800
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,781
Rent Burden21.4%
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation1,085 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute27 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries8
Is West Mansfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, West Mansfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. West Mansfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in West Mansfield is $74,821, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in West Mansfield is $156,800, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
West Mansfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
West Mansfield has a population of 904 with a density of 1,089 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
West Mansfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
West Mansfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in West Mansfield is $74,821, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: West Mansfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,821 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,285 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,106 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,376 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,030 |
| County GDP | $2,767M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Healthcare | 82 |
| Retail | 150 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,724 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in West Mansfield is $156,800, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,781.
Home Values
| Census Median | $156,800 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $252,781 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $162 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.3% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,094 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,724 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.01% |
In West Mansfield, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: West Mansfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,349/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 82 |
Crime Rates: West Mansfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
West Mansfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,085 ft (331 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,089/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4014°N, 83.5440°W |
| County FIPS | 39091 |