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Westover, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Westover is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 353. Residents earn $45,833 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
353 Population 131/sq mi density
$45,833 Median Income $24,197 per capita
$73,400 Home Value $111,579 Zillow
$1,111 Median Rent 43.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$45,833 median income, 13.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,400 home value, $1,111/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,833
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,400
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,111
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.7%
281% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population353
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density131/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

D
Median Income$45,833
Per Capita$24,197
Unemployment13.7%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,400
Rent$1,111
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,579
Housing Units155
Rent Burden43.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,419 ft (433 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute47 min
Broadband88.2%
Libraries14

Is Westover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westover receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Westover has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westover is $45,833, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westover is $73,400, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Westover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Westover has a population of 353 with a density of 131 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

353
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Westover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westover is $45,833, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Westover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,833
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,197
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.7%
281% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.6 min
Drive Alone64.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Westover is $73,400, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,400
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,111
4% below US avg
Rent Burden43.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units155
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.34%
Westover has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,419 ft (433 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates40.7411°N, 78.6880°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.2%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.6 min
Drive Alone64.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

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