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Westport, MN

Minnesota

Westport is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 44. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
44 Population 169/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $32,277 per capita
$111,100 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,100 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$32,277
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$750M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units20
Rent Burden30.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+75.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries1

Is Westport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westport receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Westport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westport is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westport is $111,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Westport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Westport has a population of 44 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

44
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Westport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Westport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westport is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Westport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,277
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$86,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)381
County GDP$750M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare22
Retail44
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westport is $111,100, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,100
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units20
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
Westport has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates45.7145°N, 95.1679°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+75.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants31
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

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