Westbrook, MN

Minnesota

Westbrook is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 831. Residents earn $36,667 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
831 Population 1,240/sq mi density
$36,667 Median Income $24,792 per capita
$73,000 Home Value $147,286 Zillow
$621 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$36,667 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,000 home value, $621/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,667
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $621
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population831
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,240/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,667
Per Capita$24,792
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$865M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,000
Rent$621
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,286
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,422 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute17 min
Libraries3

Is Westbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westbrook receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Westbrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westbrook is $36,667, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westbrook is $73,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $621 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Westbrook has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Westbrook has a population of 831 with a density of 1,240 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

831
Total Population
1,240
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Westbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westbrook is $36,667, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Westbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,667
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,792
Avg Weekly Wage$944
IRS Avg AGI$66,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)447
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Westbrook is $73,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $621 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,286.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,000
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,286

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$621
47% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Westbrook, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Westbrook vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death6,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Westbrook has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,422 ft (433 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,240/sq mi
Coordinates44.0422°N, 95.4375°W
County FIPS27033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,240/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants19
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home5.6%

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