Median Income
$60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,146
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Westfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population133
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,023/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans2.7%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$41,180
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$2,261M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$97,500
Rent$1,146
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,190
Rent Burden32.5%
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation1,134 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+69.7%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries4
Is Westfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Westfield receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Westfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Westfield is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.5% 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 Westfield is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,146 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Westfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Westfield has a population of 133 with a density of 1,023 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic.
Population
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Westfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 77.5% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Spanish | 22.5% |
| 68% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Westfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Westfield is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Westfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,000 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,180 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,409 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $187,706 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 878 |
| County GDP | $2,261M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 79 |
| Retail | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,271 |
| 222% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 11.56% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 51.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.3% |
The median home value in Westfield is $97,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,146 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,190.
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,500 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $312,190 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,146 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,271 |
| 222% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 11.56% |
In Westfield, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Westfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 18.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 4,783/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 79 |
Crime Rates: Westfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Westfield has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.0 inches |
| 26% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,134 ft (346 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,023/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7562°N, 96.6055°W |
| County FIPS | 46127 |