Westwood, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Westwood is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 467. Residents earn $105,833 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
467 Population 125/sq mi density
$105,833 Median Income $47,207 per capita
$335,300 Home Value $116,773 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$335,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,833
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $335,300
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.1%
87% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,833
Per Capita$47,207
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$3,758M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$335,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,773

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation649 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.1%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Westwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 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 $105,833, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Westwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westwood is $335,300, 19% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Westwood is a highly educated community — 63.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Westwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Westwood has a population of 467 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

467
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Westwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westwood is $105,833, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Westwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,833
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,207
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$63,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,796
County GDP$3,758M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare156
Retail223
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Westwood is $335,300, 19% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,773.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,300
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$116,773
Median List Price$174,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$174,900
$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied99.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,902
11% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Premature Death13,628/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities156

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Westwood has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation649 ft (198 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates38.4788°N, 82.6809°W
County FIPS21019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 63.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.1%
87% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.50
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants131
Retail Stores223

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

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