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Westmoreland, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Westmoreland is a small town in New York with a population of 73. Residents earn $91,143 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
73 Population 101/sq mi density
$91,143 Median Income $61,185 per capita
$113,600 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,143 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,600 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,143
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $113,600
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population73
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density101/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,143
Per Capita$61,185
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units54
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking12.7%
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation523 ft (159 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+14.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband54.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries21

Is Westmoreland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westmoreland receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Westmoreland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westmoreland is $91,143, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westmoreland is $113,600, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Westmoreland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Westmoreland has a population of 73 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

73
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74%
Female 26%

Race & Ethnicity

Westmoreland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Westmoreland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westmoreland is $91,143, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Westmoreland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,143
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,185
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westmoreland is $113,600, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,600
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate6.51%
In Westmoreland, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 20.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,421
Dentists1:1,831
Mental Health1:445
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Westmoreland has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation523 ft (159 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates43.1150°N, 75.4026°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+14.1%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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