Westphalia, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Westphalia is a small town in Michigan with a population of 890. Residents earn $74,750 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
890 Population 802/sq mi density
$74,750 Median Income $36,013 per capita
$225,700 Home Value $325,921 Zillow
$883 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,750 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,700 home value, $883/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,750
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,700
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population890
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,750
Per Capita$36,013
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$3,168M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,700
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$325,921
Housing Units388
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking12.1%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation761 ft (232 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.5%
Libraries6

Is Westphalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westphalia receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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 median household income in Westphalia is $74,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westphalia is $225,700, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Westphalia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 50.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Westphalia has a population of 890 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

890
Total Population
802
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westphalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westphalia is $74,750, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Westphalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,750
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,013
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$84,741

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,464
County GDP$3,168M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare131
Retail177
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Westphalia is $225,700, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $325,921.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,700
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$325,921

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%
Housing Units388
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Westphalia, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 28.8% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.6%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits71.3%
Premature Death5,260/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities131
Westphalia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall50.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation761 ft (232 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density802/sq mi
Coordinates42.9310°N, 84.7979°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26037
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 83.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density802/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants99
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.6%

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