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Westport, NY

New York

Westport is a small town in New York with a population of 250. Residents earn $48,214 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
250 Population 106/sq mi density
$48,214 Median Income $38,888 per capita
$131,300 Home Value
$861 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,214 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $861/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,214
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population250
Median Age61.0 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,214
Per Capita$38,888
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$2,305M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units363
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.4%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation140 ft (43 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+18.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute44 min
Broadband94.9%
EV Stations4
Libraries13

Is Westport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westport receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. 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 $48,214, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westport is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Westport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Westport has a population of 250 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 61.0 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

250
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
61.0yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

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 $48,214, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Westport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,214
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,888
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$80,087

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,811
County GDP$2,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare123
Retail152
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,389
140% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.6 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westport is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units363
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,389
140% above US avg
Effective Rate6.39%
In Westport, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death5,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities123
Westport has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation140 ft (43 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates44.1831°N, 73.4326°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS50001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.9-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.6%
D 66.4%

Winner: Democrat by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+18.8%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities123
Restaurants89
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.6 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

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