Westfield, NY

New York

Westfield is a small town in New York with a population of 2,937. Residents earn $43,385 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,937 Population 777/sq mi density
$43,385 Median Income $25,688 per capita
$91,700 Home Value $168,359 Zillow
$667 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,385 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,700 home value, $667/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,385
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,937
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density777/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,385
Per Capita$25,688
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$6,275M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,700
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,359

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation748 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute16 min
EV Stations2
Libraries24

Is Westfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $43,385, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westfield is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Westfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Westfield has a population of 2,937 with a density of 777 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,937
Total Population
777
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Westfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westfield is $43,385, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Westfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,385
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,688
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$58,667

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,224
County GDP$6,275M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare255
Retail443
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Westfield is $91,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,359.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,700
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,359
Median List Price$130,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$130,000
$/Sq Ft$93
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$667
43% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,210
106% above US avg
Effective Rate7.86%
In Westfield, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death9,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities255

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Westfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density777/sq mi
Coordinates42.3218°N, 79.5748°W
County FIPS36013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density777/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities255
Restaurants330
Retail Stores443

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Work from Home2.6%

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