Westphalia, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Westphalia is a small city in Maryland with a population of 12,020. Residents earn $158,055 per year, which is 110% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,020 Population 1,213/sq mi density
$158,055 Median Income $69,563 per capita
$478,200 Home Value
$1,947 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$158,055 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$478,200 home value, $1,947/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $158,055
110% higher than US avg
Home Value $478,200
70% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.1%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,947
67% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,020
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,213/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

A+
Median Income$158,055
Per Capita$69,563
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$478,200
Rent$1,947
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.1%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation186 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.1%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute39 min
Libraries19

Is Westphalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westphalia receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times, high obesity rates. Westphalia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westphalia is $158,055, which is significantly higher than the national average — 110% above $75,149. This places Westphalia among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westphalia is $478,200, making it a premium housing market at 70% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,947 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Westphalia is a highly educated community — 52.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Westphalia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Westphalia has a population of 12,020 with a density of 1,213 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (78.4%), with 13.9% White, 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

12,020
Total Population
1,213
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.0%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.0%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westphalia is $158,055, which is 110% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Westphalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$158,055
110% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,563
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,770
County GDP$65,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,546
Healthcare2,219
Retail2,225
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Work from Home24.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Westphalia is $478,200, 70% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,947 (67% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$478,200
70% above US avg
Median List Price$519,945

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$519,945
$/Sq Ft$238
Homes Sold30
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops19.1%
Inventory68

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,947
67% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Westphalia, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.1% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression14.1%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Westphalia has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation186 ft (57 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.7 km²)
Population Density1,213/sq mi
Coordinates38.8401°N, 76.8240°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 75.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 11.2%
D 86.4%

Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.1%
55% above US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,213/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Work from Home24.9%

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