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Westphalia, IN

Indiana

Westphalia is a small town in Indiana with a population of 34.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
34 Population 76/sq mi density
$107,100 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $107,100
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population34
Median Age65.8 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$50,474
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,274M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$107,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units45
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking17.5%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation462 ft (141 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute32 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries2

Is Westphalia a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

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 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westphalia is $107,100, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Westphalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Westphalia has a population of 34 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 65.8 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

34
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
65.8yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.3%
Female 64.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westphalia is N/A. 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 32 minutes.

Income: Westphalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$50,474
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$70,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)978
County GDP$2,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare74
Retail116
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westphalia is $107,100, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,100
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units45
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Westphalia, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death7,724/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities74
Westphalia has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation462 ft (141 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates38.8633°N, 87.2219°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants63
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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