Westminster, OH

Ohio

Westminster is a small town in Ohio with a population of 477. Residents earn $87,955 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
477 Population 262/sq mi density
$87,955 Median Income $27,512 per capita
$179,200 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$87,955 median income, 13.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,200 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,955
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $179,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population477
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$87,955
Per Capita$27,512
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,365M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units178

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking15.6%
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation947 ft (289 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries7

Is Westminster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westminster receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Westminster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westminster is $87,955, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westminster is $179,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Westminster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Westminster has a population of 477 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

477
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Westminster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westminster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westminster is $87,955, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Westminster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,955
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,512
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$57,072

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)563
County GDP$1,365M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Westminster is $179,200, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,200
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio114.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units178
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,076
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Westminster, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 29.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death12,366/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Westminster has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation947 ft (289 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates40.7010°N, 83.9751°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants56
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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