Westmorland, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Westmorland is a small town in California with a population of 1,734. Residents earn $28,929 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
1,734 Population 2,843/sq mi density
$28,929 Median Income $14,375 per capita
$218,600 Home Value
$817 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
353 Violent Crime/100K 177 property/100K
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$28,929 median income, 9.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$218,600 home value, $817/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
353 violent crimes/100K (7% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,929
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,600
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 353/100K
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.7%
285% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,734
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density2,843/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

F
Median Income$28,929
Per Capita$14,375
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty47.7%
County GDP$12,907M
Commute24 min

Housing

C
Home Value$218,600
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent353/100K
Property177/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault221/100K
Burglary133/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain2.4 in/yr
Elevation-164 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+63.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute24 min
Libraries12

Is Westmorland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westmorland receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Westmorland faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westmorland is $28,929, 62% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 47.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westmorland is $218,600, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Westmorland is below the national average at 353 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 177 per 100,000, 91% below the national average.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Westmorland has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 2.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Westmorland has a population of 1,734 with a density of 2,843 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.4%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,734
Total Population
2,843
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Westmorland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only25.0%
68% below US avg
Spanish75.0%
460% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Westmorland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westmorland is $28,929, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 47.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Westmorland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,929
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,375
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$50,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate47.7%
285% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,795
County GDP$12,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare322
Retail429
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Westmorland is $218,600, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,600
22% below US avg
Median List Price$276,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$276,500
$/Sq Ft$236
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg

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-Occupied47.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Westmorland, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 44.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity44.3%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress21.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death8,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities322
Westmorland has a violent crime rate of 353 per 100,000 residents, 7% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 177 per 100,000 (91% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent353.4/100K
7% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape44.2/100K
Robbery88.3/100K
Assault220.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property176.7/100K
91% below US avg
Burglary132.5/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft44.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Westmorland has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation is 2.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 92°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average92°F (34°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.4 inches
94% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-164 ft (-50 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,843/sq mi
Coordinates33.0390°N, 115.6224°W
County FIPS06025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+63.7%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,843/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities322
Restaurants280
Retail Stores429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

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