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Westphalia, IA

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Westphalia is a small town in Iowa with a population of 151. Residents earn $108,542 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
151 Population 1,510/sq mi density
$108,542 Median Income $50,700 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$475 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $475/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,542
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density1,510/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,542
Per Capita$50,700
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,051M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units64
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking16.9%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,416 ft (432 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries3

Is Westphalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westphalia receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Westphalia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westphalia is $108,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Westphalia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westphalia is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Westphalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 30.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Westphalia has a population of 151 with a density of 1,510 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

151
Total Population
1,510
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westphalia is $108,542, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Westphalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,542
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,700
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$77,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,051M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare42
Retail44
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,339
24% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Westphalia is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$475
59% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units64
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,339
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.57%
In Westphalia, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,962
Dentists1:1,664
Mental Health1:656
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death6,814/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access51.1%
Healthcare Facilities42
Westphalia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall30.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,416 ft (432 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,510/sq mi
Coordinates41.7194°N, 95.3938°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,510/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants26
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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