Median Income
$47,750
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$63,100
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.7%
67% higher than US avg
How Westport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population260
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density394/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B
Median Income$47,750
Per Capita$29,964
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$133M
Housing
A+
Home Value$63,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Elevation22 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries1
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 low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $47,750, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Westport is $63,100, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Westport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Westport has a population of 260 with a density of 394 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 10.4% Hispanic.
Population
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Westport is $47,750, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,750 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,964 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,181 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% |
| 67% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 132 |
| County GDP | $133M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,483 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.10% |
The median home value in Westport is $63,100, 78% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $63,100 |
| 78% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,483 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.10% |
In Westport, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Westport vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,037/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Westport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Westport has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.7 inches |
| 44% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 22 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 394/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.1304°N, 123.3714°W |
| County FIPS | 53069 |