Texas · Metropolitan Area
Westlake is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,543. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.
Based on current data, Westlake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Westlake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Westlake is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Westlake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Westlake is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Westlake is a highly educated community — 76.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Westlake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 88.6% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.4% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $250,001 |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $187,283 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,398 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,104 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 50,573 |
| County GDP | $178,003M |
| Restaurants | 4,656 |
| Healthcare | 5,993 |
| Retail | 6,287 |
| Manufacturing | 1,588 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,373 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.52% |
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 42.8% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $3,085,191 |
| Median List Price | $4,622,000 |
| Median List Price | $4,622,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $686 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.7% |
| Price Drops | 19.4% |
| Inventory | 36 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,501 |
| 201% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 97.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,373 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.52% |
| Obesity | 24.8% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 3.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.7% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 3.2% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.9% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.4% |
| Physical Distress | 8.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,833/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 94.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.6 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 625 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 224/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9855°N, 97.2038°W |
| County FIPS | 48439 |
Winner: Republican by 5.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 76.0% |
| 126% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 224/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 47 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Restaurants | 4,656 |
| Retail Stores | 6,287 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Avg Commute | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 42.8% |