West Warren, MA

Massachusetts · Metropolitan Area

West Warren is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 619.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
619 Population 487/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $66,080 per capita
$274,600 Home Value
$862 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $274,600
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.5%
53% higher than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population619
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density487/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$66,080
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$30,598M
Commute39 min

Housing

Home Value$274,600
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation749 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute39 min
Libraries33

Is West Warren a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Warren receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. West Warren stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Warren is $274,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

West Warren is a highly educated community — 51.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

West Warren experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 47.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

West Warren has a population of 619 with a density of 487 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

619
Total Population
487
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

West Warren vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.8%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.2%
36% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Warren vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Warren is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: West Warren vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$66,080
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$69,945

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,727
County GDP$30,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants907
Healthcare1,223
Retail1,468
Manufacturing478

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,506
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in West Warren is $274,600, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,600
3% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,727
1 Bedroom$1,822
2 Bedrooms$2,300
3 Bedrooms$2,858
4 Bedrooms$3,232

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,506
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In West Warren, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death8,992/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,223

Crime Rates: West Warren vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

West Warren has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall47.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation749 ft (228 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density487/sq mi
Coordinates42.2193°N, 72.2312°W
County FIPS25013
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 51.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%
D 53.4%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.5%
53% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.49
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density487/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities1,223
Restaurants907
Retail Stores1,468

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Work from Home0.5%

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