Westlake, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Calcasieu Parish County
Westlake, LA
At a Glance
How Westlake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Westlake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Westlake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Westlake residents earn a median household income of $67,691 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,893. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,056 business establishments, including 460 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Westlake is $168,200 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $186,791. Median rent is $960/month, with 43.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Westlake reports 284 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,903/100K.
Education
21.6% of adults in Westlake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Westlake has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.