Westwood, IN

Indiana

Westwood is a small town in Indiana with a population of 555. Residents earn $88,973 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
555 Population 867/sq mi density
$88,973 Median Income $32,177 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,973 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,973
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population555
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density867/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,973
Per Capita$32,177
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,059 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Westwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westwood receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Westwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westwood is $88,973, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Westwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Westwood has a population of 555 with a density of 867 people per square mile. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

555
Total Population
867
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Westwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westwood is $88,973, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Westwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,973
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,177
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)893
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare95
Retail138
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities95

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Westwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,059 ft (323 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density867/sq mi
Coordinates39.9180°N, 85.4163°W
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 39.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.9%
18% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density867/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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