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Westport, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Westport is a small town in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 185. Residents earn $66,531 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
185 Population 92/sq mi density
$66,531 Median Income $41,731 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
$752 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 257 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,531 median income, 21.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $752/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,531
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.4%
494% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,531
Per Capita$41,731
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty18.4%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$752
Ownership100.0%
Housing Units80
Rent Burden28.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+45.2%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute31 min

Is Westport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westport receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Westport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westport is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westport is $60,000, 79% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Westport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow.

Westport has a population of 185 with a density of 92 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.8% female and 43.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents.

Population

185
Total Population
2021 Census
92
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Westport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westport is $66,531, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,731. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Westport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,531
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,731
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)6

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westport is $60,000, 79% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below the national average of $1,163). 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 80 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units80

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Westport receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Westport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. The area receives 20.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates49.7833°N, 56.6315°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.3"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 20.2"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.45"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.68"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Larry (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Larry Category 1 265 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 3.6 in
February 14°F (-10°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 22°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
April 32°F (0°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 42°F (5°C) 3.3 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
September 51°F (10°C) 4.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 32°F (-0°C) 4.0 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 3.8 in

Westport has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 14°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.7").

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0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 45.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 75% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+45.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Airports Near Westport

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Springdale AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Westport

What is the population of Westport?

Westport has a population of 185 residents and is located in Newfoundland and Labrador. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.8% female and 43.2% male.

Is Westport expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,531, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $60,000 (79% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Westport safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Westport receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Westport?

Westport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches, with 20.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Westport?

The job market in Westport faces challenges, with unemployment at 21.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 6 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Westport?

The median home value in Westport is $60,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $752. The homeownership rate is 100.0%.

How are the schools in Westport?

0.0% of adults in Westport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Westport?

The average commute in Westport is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Westport?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Westport is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home.

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