Westover, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Westover is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,298. Residents earn $90,125 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,298 Population 116/sq mi density
$90,125 Median Income $39,189 per capita
$279,600 Home Value $291,973 Zillow
$986 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,125 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$279,600 home value, $986/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,125
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $279,600
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,298
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,125
Per Capita$39,189
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$279,600
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,973

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Elevation513 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+94.2%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute33 min
Libraries14

Is Westover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westover receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Westover stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westover is $90,125, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westover is $279,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Westover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Westover has a population of 2,298 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

2,298
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
19.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Westover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westover is $90,125, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Westover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,125
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,189
Avg Weekly Wage$1,284
IRS Avg AGI$102,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,251
County GDP$17,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare535
Retail708
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Westover is $279,600, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,973.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,600
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,973
Median List Price$330,650

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$330,650
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops55.6%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,123
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Westover, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death6,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities535

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Westover has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation513 ft (156 m)
Area19.8 sq mi (51.4 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates33.3673°N, 86.5340°W
County FIPS01117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score4.40
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area19.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities535
Restaurants436
Retail Stores708

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Work from Home12.5%

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