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Westport, ON

Ontario

Westport is a small town in Ontario with a population of 634. Residents earn $62,400 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
634 Population 749/sq mi density
$62,400 Median Income $39,800 per capita
$400,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$62,400 median income, 20.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$400,000 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,400
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $400,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.4%
467% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population634
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density749/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,400
Per Capita$39,800
Unemployment20.4%
Poverty15.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

B
Home Value$400,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units330
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation440 ft (134 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+36.4%
Graduate+5.1%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Westport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westport receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Westport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westport is $62,400, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westport is $400,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Westport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Westport has a population of 634 with a density of 749 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

634
Total Population
749
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Westport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg
Other Languages5.5%

Social Characteristics

Westport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westport is $62,400, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Westport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,400
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.4%
467% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Westport is $400,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$400,000
42% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Renter-Occupied31.8%
Housing Units330

Property Tax

In Westport, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Westport has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.9 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation440 ft (134 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density749/sq mi
Coordinates44.6785°N, 76.3975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+36.4%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density749/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

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