Westfield, PA

Pennsylvania

Westfield is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,241. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,241 Population 1,108/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $23,554 per capita
$86,000 Home Value
$610 Median Rent 29.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,000 home value, $610/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $610
48% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,241
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,108/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$23,554
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$2,074M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,000
Rent$610
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation1,378 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries6

Is Westfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westfield receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, 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 $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westfield is $86,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $610 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Westfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 78.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Westfield has a population of 1,241 with a density of 1,108 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,241
Total Population
1,108
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Westfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westfield is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.2% 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$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,554
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$63,555

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)994
County GDP$2,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare114
Retail148
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,855
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Westfield is $86,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $610 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,000
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$610
48% below US avg
Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,855
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.65%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Premature Death9,305/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities114

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 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall78.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,108/sq mi
Coordinates41.9177°N, 77.5403°W
County FIPS42117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,108/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants96
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone90.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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