Westwood CDP (Chester County), PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Westwood CDP (Chester County) is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,432. Residents earn $79,953 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,432 Population 3,113/sq mi density
$79,953 Median Income $28,141 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,953 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,953
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Westwood CDP (Chester County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,432
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density3,113/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,953
Per Capita$28,141
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$60,160M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation379 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute30 min
Libraries18

Is Westwood CDP (Chester County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westwood CDP (Chester County) receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Westwood CDP (Chester County) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westwood CDP (Chester County) is $79,953, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Westwood CDP (Chester County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Westwood CDP (Chester County) has a population of 1,432 with a density of 3,113 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 10.3% Black.

Population

1,432
Total Population
3,113
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.9%
Female 63.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Westwood CDP (Chester County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westwood CDP (Chester County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westwood CDP (Chester County) is $79,953, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Westwood CDP (Chester County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,953
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,141
Avg Weekly Wage$1,690
IRS Avg AGI$147,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,598
County GDP$60,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,045
Healthcare1,591
Retail1,361
Manufacturing520

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,504
172% above US avg

Health Metrics: Westwood CDP (Chester County) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Premature Death4,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access90.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,591

Crime Rates: Westwood CDP (Chester County) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Westwood CDP (Chester County) has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation379 ft (116 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density3,113/sq mi
Coordinates39.9702°N, 75.8553°W
County FIPS42029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 56.7%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,113/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Restaurants1,045
Retail Stores1,361

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Work from Home14.0%

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