Westfield, WI

Wisconsin

Westfield is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,272. Residents earn $56,518 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,272 Population 810/sq mi density
$56,518 Median Income $27,357 per capita
$140,500 Home Value $258,005 Zillow
$769 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,518 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,500 home value, $769/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,518
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,500
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $769
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,272
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density810/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,518
Per Capita$27,357
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$588M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,500
Rent$769
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,005

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property972/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary81/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Elevation864 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries6

Is Westfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westfield receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $56,518, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westfield is $140,500, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Westfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 972 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Westfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 42.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Westfield has a population of 1,272 with a density of 810 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,272
Total Population
810
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Westfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westfield is $56,518, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Westfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,518
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,357
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$66,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare22
Retail40
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Westfield is $140,500, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $769 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,005.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,500
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,005

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$769
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Westfield, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Westfield has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 972 per 100,000 (50% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property972.5/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary81.0/100K
Theft810.4/100K
Vehicle Theft81.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Westfield has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall42.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation864 ft (263 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density810/sq mi
Coordinates43.8852°N, 89.4925°W
County FIPS55077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density810/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home4.1%

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