Median Income
$49,500
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,217
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.6%
42% higher than US avg
How West Sullivan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population252
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans20.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$49,500
Per Capita$20,024
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty17.6%
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$133,300
Rent$1,217
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.7%
Health
Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+78.9%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.6%
Is West Sullivan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, West Sullivan receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. West Sullivan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in West Sullivan is $49,500, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in West Sullivan is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,217 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
West Sullivan has a population of 252 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
West Sullivan vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
West Sullivan vs U.S. Average
The median household income in West Sullivan is $49,500, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: West Sullivan vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,500 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,024 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.4% |
| 106% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% |
| 42% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
The median home value in West Sullivan is $133,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,217 (5% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $133,300 |
| 53% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,217 |
| 5% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 29.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In West Sullivan, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: West Sullivan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 75.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
Food & Exercise