Westfield, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Westfield is a small town in Iowa with a population of 133. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
133 Population 1,023/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $41,180 per capita
$97,500 Home Value $312,190 Zillow
$1,146 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value, $1,146/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

133
Total Population
1,023
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Westfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.5%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.5%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)878
County GDP$2,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare79
Retail50
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,271
222% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate11.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone51.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,271
222% above US avg
Effective Rate11.56%
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

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death4,783/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.3%
Healthcare Facilities79

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,134 ft (346 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,023/sq mi
Coordinates42.7562°N, 96.6055°W
County FIPS46127
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+69.7%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,023/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants44
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone51.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

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