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Westphalia, KS

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Westphalia is a small town in Kansas with a population of 158. Residents earn $53,182 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
158 Population 790/sq mi density
$53,182 Median Income $20,673 per capita
$36,400 Home Value $231,260 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,182 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,400 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,182
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $36,400
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density790/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,182
Per Capita$20,673
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$501M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,260
Housing Units81
Rent Burden28.9%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking19.9%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+82.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries3

Is Westphalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westphalia receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $53,182, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westphalia is $36,400, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Westphalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Westphalia has a population of 158 with a density of 790 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

158
Total Population
790
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westphalia is $53,182, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Westphalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,182
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,673
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$59,566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$501M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail35
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,111
17% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westphalia is $36,400, 87% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,260.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,400
87% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,260

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.3%
Housing Units81
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,111
17% above US avg
Effective Rate11.29%
In Westphalia, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death8,287/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities15
Westphalia has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density790/sq mi
Coordinates38.1822°N, 95.4904°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.8-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.3%

Winner: Republican by 59.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+82.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density790/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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