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Westwood Shores, TX
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Westwood Shores, TX
At a Glance
How Westwood Shores Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Westwood Shores's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Westwood Shores a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Westwood Shores residents earn a median household income of $54,375 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,763. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,166 business establishments, including 118 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Westwood Shores is $173,700 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,427. Median rent is $1,069/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Westwood Shores reports 338 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 11% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,080/100K.
Education
26.5% of adults in Westwood Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below the national average). 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Westwood Shores has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.