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West Point, PE

Prince Edward Island

West Point is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 235. Residents earn $77,909 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
235 Population 22/sq mi density
$77,909 Median Income $43,296 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$77,909 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,909
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

How West Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population235
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,909
Per Capita$43,296
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty12.4%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+25.0%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%

Is West Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Point receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. West Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Point is $77,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Point is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

West Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

West Point has a population of 235 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

235
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

West Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Point is $77,909, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: West Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,909
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,296

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Point is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.3%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units75

Property Tax

In West Point, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

West Point has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 255 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.1 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates46.6265°N, 64.3718°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+25.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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