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Westley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Westley is a small town in California with a population of 721. Residents earn $45,833 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
721 Population 2,121/sq mi density
$45,833 Median Income $12,027 per capita
$739 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$45,833 median income, 34.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$739/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,833
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 34.5%
858% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population721
Median Age15.7 yrs
Density2,121/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 14%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$45,833
Per Capita$12,027
Unemployment34.5%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$32,065M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units157
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured20.7%
Smoking10.7%
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+50.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.7%
EV Stations2
Libraries14

Is Westley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Westley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westley is $45,833, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 34.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $739 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Westley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Westley has a population of 721 with a density of 2,121 people per square mile. The median age is 15.7 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (14.4%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

721
Total Population
2,121
People / sq mi
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%
Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Westley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Westley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westley is $45,833, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 34.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Westley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,833
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,027
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$69,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment34.5%
858% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)17,952
County GDP$32,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,051
Healthcare1,247
Retail1,486
Manufacturing400

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$739
36% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.4%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
In Westley, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 17.4% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.1%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured20.7%
141% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,528
Dentists1:1,414
Mental Health1:354
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death9,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Westley has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Coordinates37.5469°N, 121.2009°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+50.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.7%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Restaurants1,051
Retail Stores1,486

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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