Westgate, IA

Iowa

Westgate is a small town in Iowa with a population of 211. Residents earn $52,188 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
211 Population 586/sq mi density
$52,188 Median Income $26,352 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $174,296 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,188 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,188
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density586/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$26,352
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,075M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,296
Rent Burden45.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation1,092 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries11

Is Westgate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westgate 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 below-average incomes. Westgate offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westgate is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westgate is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 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

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Westgate experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches, including 39.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Westgate has a population of 211 with a density of 586 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 8.5% Black.

Population

211
Total Population
586
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Westgate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westgate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westgate is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Westgate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,188
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,352
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$65,872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)680
County GDP$1,075M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare50
Retail94
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Westgate is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,296.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,296

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,224
8% below US avg
Effective Rate3.49%
In Westgate, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.5%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death8,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Westgate has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall39.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density586/sq mi
Coordinates42.7683°N, 91.9957°W
County FIPS19065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density586/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants41
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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