Living in Westford, New York
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Westford · Census data 2020–2024
Westford has 101 residents with a median age of 56.1. The median household income is $51,719 (40% lower than the New York median), the median home value is $95,300, the median rent is $646/month.
Westford is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.
Westford at a glance
- Population
- 101
- Median age
- 56.1State: 39.8
- Median household income
- $51,719State: $85,974
- Median home value
- $95,300State: $423,800
- Median rent
- $646/moState: $1,621
- Homeowners
- 80.7%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29.7%
- Average commute
- 19 min
Is Westford a good place to live?
Pros: Home values 78% lower than the state median; an average commute of 19 minutes; a poverty rate of 7.9%.
Cons: Median household income 40% lower than the New York median; unemployment of 9.1%.
The weather is best in June to September.
Cost of living in Westford
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Westford the median home value is $95,300, 71% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $646 per month, which is 13.1% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay — a month in housing costs.
Westford median household income
The median household income in Westford is $51,719 and the income per person is $33,943. 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line (New York: 14%).
Housing in Westford: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 88
- Owner-occupied
- 80.7%
- Renter-occupied
- 19.3%
- Vacant
- 35.2%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1938
- Average household size
- 1.77
35.2% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Westford has many vacation and second homes.
Westford demographics
- Population
- 101
- Median age
- 56.1
- Under 18
- 15.8%
- 65 and older
- 19.8%
- Households
- 57
- Foreign-born
- 0%
- Veterans
- 16.5%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Westford ›
Education in Westford
29.7% of adults 25 and older in Westford have a bachelor's degree or higher (New York: 40.2%), and 10.8% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in Westford
- Unemployment rate
- 9.1%State: 6.4%
- Average commute
- 19 minState: 33 min
- Work from home
- 31.7%
- Drive alone
- 63.3%
- Public transit
- 0%
- Walk to work
- 5%
- Homes with broadband
- 73.7%
Westford vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westford | 101 | $51,719 | $95,300 | $646 |
| Worcester | 1,032 | $64,474 | $145,700 | — |
| Schenevus | 390 | $57,500 | $117,100 | — |
| Cooperstown | 2,220 | $76,000 | $380,900 | $1,223 |
| Hartwick Seminary | 338 | $36,625 | $208,900 | $796 |
| Milford | 475 | $64,167 | $152,500 | $850 |
| Cherry Valley | 482 | $96,458 | $162,200 | $763 |
| Portlandville | 101 | $35,625 | — | — |
| Richmondville | 931 | $44,875 | $160,900 | $853 |
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What is the median household income in Westford, NY?
The median household income in Westford is $51,719, 40% lower than the New York median of $85,974 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in Westford?
The median home value in Westford is $95,300, compared with $423,800 in New York.
How much is rent in Westford?
The median gross rent in Westford is $646 per month, about 13.1% of household income.
Is Westford, NY a good place to live?
Pluses: home values 78% lower than the state median; an average commute of 19 minutes; a poverty rate of 7.9%. Minuses: median household income 40% lower than the New York median; unemployment of 9.1%.
What is the median age in Westford?
The median age in Westford is 56.1 years (New York: 39.8).
How long is the commute in Westford?
The average commute to work in Westford is 19 minutes; 31.7% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in Westford?
The unemployment rate in Westford is 9.1% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is Westford?
29.7% of adults in Westford have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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