Westlake, TX

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,543 Population 224/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $187,283 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $3,085,191 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 1.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
76.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 76.0%
126% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.8%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,543
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$187,283
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$178,003M
Commute28 min

Housing

C
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$3,085,191

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation625 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+76.0%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute28 min
Libraries47

Is Westlake a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Westlake has a population of 1,543 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%).

Population

1,543
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Westlake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westlake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westlake is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Westlake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$187,283
Avg Weekly Wage$1,398
IRS Avg AGI$91,104

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)50,573
County GDP$178,003M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,656
Healthcare5,993
Retail6,287
Manufacturing1,588

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,373
196% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home42.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Westlake is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $3,085,191.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$3,085,191
Median List Price$4,622,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$4,622,000
$/Sq Ft$686
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.7%
Price Drops19.4%
Inventory36

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,373
196% above US avg
Effective Rate0.52%
In Westlake, 24.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.8%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma9.2%
COPD3.2%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death7,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access94.3%
Healthcare Facilities5,993

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202

Safety Score

Westlake has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation625 ft (191 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates32.9855°N, 97.2038°W
County FIPS48439
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 76.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (126% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+76.0%
126% above US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries47
Healthcare Facilities5,993
Restaurants4,656
Retail Stores6,287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)202

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home42.8%

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