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%
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
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 680 |
| County GDP | $1,075M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 50 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,224 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.49% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
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 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 Burden | 45.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,224 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.49% |
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
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,298/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
Crime Rates: Westgate vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.4 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,092 ft (333 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 586/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7683°N, 91.9957°W |
| County FIPS | 19065 |