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Westpoint, TN

Tennessee

Westpoint is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 240. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
240 Population 267/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $16,945 per capita
$143,400 Home Value $209,107 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$143,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,400
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population240
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$16,945
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,585M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,107
Housing Units119
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity43.4%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking24.7%
Depression33.4%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation695 ft (212 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute24 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Westpoint a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westpoint receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Westpoint offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westpoint is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westpoint is $143,400, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Westpoint enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Westpoint has a population of 240 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

240
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Westpoint vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Westpoint vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westpoint is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Westpoint vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,945
Avg Weekly Wage$880
IRS Avg AGI$56,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)931
County GDP$1,585M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare87
Retail175
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westpoint is $143,400, 49% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,107.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,400
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,107

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Westpoint, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% of residents lack health insurance. 24.7% are current smokers. 33.4% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD11.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.7%
76% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression33.4%
Mental Distress23.8%
Physical Distress18.0%
Short Sleep43.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.5%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits49.2%
Premature Death12,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities87
Westpoint has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates35.1349°N, 87.5376°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants65
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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