Westport, WA

Washington

Westport is a small town in Washington with a population of 2,164. Residents earn $52,407 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,164 Population 588/sq mi density
$52,407 Median Income $35,470 per capita
$228,800 Home Value $306,459 Zillow
$752 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
50 Violent Crime/100K 3,917 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,407 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$228,800 home value, $752/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
50 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,407
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $228,800
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 50/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $752
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,164
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density588/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,407
Per Capita$35,470
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$3,829M
Commute12 min

Housing

A
Home Value$228,800
Rent$752
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,459

Crime

F
Violent50/100K
Property3,917/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault50/100K
Burglary843/100K

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain75.2 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute12 min
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is Westport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westport receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Westport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westport is $52,407, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westport is $228,800, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $752 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Westport is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,917 per 100,000, 100% above the national average.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% 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 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Westport has a population of 2,164 with a density of 588 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).

Population

2,164
Total Population
588
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Westport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westport is $52,407, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Westport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,407
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,470
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,854
County GDP$3,829M

Business (County)

Restaurants246
Healthcare164
Retail246
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.7 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Westport is $228,800, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $752 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,459.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,800
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$306,459
Median List Price$379,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,900
$/Sq Ft$257
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio88.6%
Price Drops6.9%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$752
35% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,082
1 Bedroom$1,180
2 Bedrooms$1,472
3 Bedrooms$2,003
4 Bedrooms$2,351

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,943
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Westport, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate65.7%
Premature Death10,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities164
Westport has a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,917 per 100,000 (100% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent49.6/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault49.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,916.7/100K
100% above US avg
Burglary842.8/100K
Theft2,875.6/100K
Vehicle Theft198.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Westport has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 75.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.2 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density588/sq mi
Coordinates46.8918°N, 124.1198°W
County FIPS53027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 45.6%

Winner: Republican by 6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.36
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density588/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants246
Retail Stores246

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.7 min
Work from Home4.9%

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