Median Income
$59,732
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$152,000
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.1%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.9%
20% lower than US avg
How Westville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,291
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,628/mi²
Male / Female82% / 18%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Economy
B+
Median Income$59,732
Per Capita$12,587
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$5,780M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$152,000
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$349,291
Health
Obesity44.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease8.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation775 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+75.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries12
Is Westville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Westville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Westville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Westville is $59,732, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Westville is $152,000, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Westville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Westville has a population of 5,291 with a density of 1,628 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 27.4% Black.
Population
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Westville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Westville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Westville is $59,732, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Westville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,732 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $12,587 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,719 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,494 |
| County GDP | $5,780M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 257 |
| Healthcare | 246 |
| Retail | 380 |
| Manufacturing | 157 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.96% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
The median home value in Westville is $152,000, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,291.
Home Values
| Census Median | $152,000 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $349,291 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $878 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.96% |
In Westville, 44.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Westville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.1% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.2% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 12.4% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.8% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,091/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 246 |
Crime Rates: Westville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Westville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 65.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 775 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,628/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5375°N, 86.9049°W |
| County FIPS | 18091 |