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Westlake Overview

4,847
TOTAL POPULATION
2,595
MALE POPULATION
2,252
FEMALE POPULATION
115.23
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.78
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,083
PER CAPITA INCOME
$66,967
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,841
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,193
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,217
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
56.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Westlake Zip Codes

Westlake Area Codes

Race in Westlake

The most populous races in Westlake are White / Caucasian (3,640 | 75.1%), Black / African American (834 | 17.2%), and Asian (218 | 4.5%).
Race in Westlake
Race# Population% Population
Asian2184.5%
Black / African American83417.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino430.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,64075.1%
Two or more Races1252.6%
Some other Race300.6%
Total4,847100.0%

Ancestry in Westlake

The most populous ancestries reported in Westlake are French Canadian (664 | 13.7%), German (500 | 10.3%), Irish (459 | 9.5%), French (400 | 8.3%), and American (245 | 5.1%), together accounting for 46.8% of all Westlake residents.
Ancestry in Westlake
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2455.1%
Bhutanese571.2%
Canadian220.4%
Central American180.4%
English2284.7%
European1022.1%
French4008.3%
French Canadian66413.7%
German50010.3%
Irish4599.5%
Italian881.8%
Japanese1893.9%
Korean180.4%
Mexican220.4%
Panamanian180.4%
Puerto Rican30.1%
Scotch-Irish1673.5%
Scottish541.1%
Turkish190.4%
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Immigrants in Westlake

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Westlake came from Asia (208 | 4.3%), Cambodia (189 | 3.9%), South Eastern Asia (189 | 3.9%), and Western Asia (19 | 0.4%), together accounting for 12.5% of all Westlake residents.
Immigrants in Westlake
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia2084.3%
Cambodia1893.9%
South Eastern Asia1893.9%
Western Asia190.4%
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Sex and Age in Westlake

Sex and Age in Westlake

The most populous age groups in Westlake are 30 to 34 Years (299 | 11.5%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (274 | 12.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Westlake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years140 (5.4%)176 (7.8%)
5 to 9 Years167 (6.4%)135 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years152 (5.9%)55 (2.4%)
15 to 19 Years85 (3.3%)152 (6.8%)
20 to 24 Years75 (2.9%)59 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Years280 (10.8%)274 (12.2%)
30 to 34 Years299 (11.5%)218 (9.7%)
35 to 39 Years188 (7.2%)113 (5.0%)
40 to 44 Years100 (3.8%)161 (7.1%)
45 to 49 Years114 (4.4%)226 (10.0%)
50 to 54 Years85 (3.3%)53 (2.4%)
55 to 59 Years170 (6.6%)93 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years110 (4.2%)93 (4.1%)
65 to 69 Years272 (10.5%)198 (8.8%)
70 to 74 Years111 (4.3%)66 (2.9%)
75 to 79 Years30 (1.2%)66 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years143 (5.5%)114 (5.1%)
85 Years and over74 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,595 (100.0%)2,252 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Westlake

Median Family Size in Westlake

The median family size in Westlake is 3.04 persons per family, with married-couple families (937 | 70.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.11 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (211 | 15.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.73 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Westlake
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple937 (70.6%)3.11
Single Male/Father180 (13.6%)3.06
Single Female/Mother211 (15.9%)2.73
Total Families1,328 (100.0%)3.04

Median Household Size in Westlake

The median household size in Westlake is 2.35 persons per household, with married-couple households (937 | 45.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.11 persons per household. non-family households (733 | 35.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.08 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Westlake
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple937 (45.5%)3.11
Single Male/Father180 (8.7%)3.06
Single Female/Mother211 (10.2%)2.79
Non-family733 (35.6%)1.08
Total Households2,061 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Westlake

Out of a total of 2,061 households in Westlake, 1,328 (64.4%) are family households, while 733 (35.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 564, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 531.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Westlake
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-531 (25.8%)
2-Person Households564 (27.4%)202 (9.8%)
3-Person Households515 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households146 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households87 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households16 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,328 (64.4%)733 (35.6%)

Female Fertility in Westlake

Fertility by Age in Westlake

Average fertility rate in Westlake is 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 165.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Westlake
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years91 (100.0%)165.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total91 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Westlake

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Westlake
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Westlake

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Westlake
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree63 (69.2%)138.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree28 (30.8%)757.0
Total91 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Westlake

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Westlake
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Westlake

Income Overview in Westlake

Per Capita Income in Westlake is $32,083, while median incomes of families and households are $66,967 and $63,841 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,847$32,083
Median Family Income1,328$66,967
Mean Family Income1,328$86,351
Median Household Income2,061$63,841
Mean Household Income2,061$71,619
Income Deficit1,328$12,193
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,84738.80%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,84761.20¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,8470.37

Earnings by Sex in Westlake

Average Earnings in Westlake are $44,522, $53,903 for men and $32,990 for women, a difference of 38.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Westlake
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,331 (59.2%)$53,903
Female917 (40.8%)$32,990
Total2,248 (100.0%)$44,522

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Westlake

The most common earnings brackets in Westlake are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (257 | 19.3%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (232 | 25.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Westlake
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)26 (2.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)22 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49934 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)24 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49929 (2.2%)9 (1.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99990 (6.8%)15 (1.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)67 (7.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99923 (1.7%)26 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)13 (1.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99934 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99930 (2.2%)232 (25.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999106 (8.0%)125 (13.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99923 (1.7%)103 (11.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99944 (3.3%)71 (7.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999202 (15.2%)41 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99972 (5.4%)19 (2.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99978 (5.9%)82 (8.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999257 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999219 (16.5%)42 (4.6%)
$100,000+90 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,331 (100.0%)917 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Westlake

Average earnings in Westlake are $54,566 for men and $33,310 for women, a difference of 39.0%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,838, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $47,415. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,839, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,213.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Westlake
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$67,838$0
College or Associate's Degree$51,359$29,213
Bachelor's Degree$47,415$33,630
Graduate Degree--
Total$54,566$33,310

Family Income in Westlake

Family Income Brackets in Westlake

According to the Westlake family income data, there are 368 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Westlake
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000272.0%
$10,000 to $14,999483.6%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999201.5%
$35,000 to $49,99928621.5%
$50,000 to $74,99936827.7%
$75,000 to $99,99918714.1%
$100,000 to $149,99920215.2%
$150,000 to $199,9991027.7%
$200,000+896.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Westlake

4-person families (146 | 11.0%) account for the highest median family income in Westlake with $84,015 per family, while 2-person families (576 | 43.4%) have the highest median income of $32,106 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Westlake
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families576 (43.4%)$64,211
3-Person Families503 (37.9%)$65,820
4-Person Families146 (11.0%)$84,015
5-Person Families87 (6.6%)$67,014
6-Person Families16 (1.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,328 (100.0%)$66,967

Family Income by Number of Earners in Westlake

The median family income in Westlake is $66,967, with families comprising 3+ earners (99) having the highest median family income of $166,353, while families with 1 earner (628) have the lowest median family income of $52,286, accounting for 7.4% and 47.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Westlake
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners272 (20.5%)$63,339
1 Earner628 (47.3%)$52,286
2 Earners329 (24.8%)$113,795
3+ Earners99 (7.4%)$166,353
Total1,328 (100.0%)$66,967

Household Income in Westlake

Household Income Brackets in Westlake

With 725 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Westlake, accounting for 35.2% of all households. In contrast, only 82 households (4.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Westlake
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001055.1%
$10,000 to $14,999824.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991366.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991205.8%
$35,000 to $49,99930314.7%
$50,000 to $74,99972535.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991838.9%
$100,000 to $149,99921410.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991014.9%
$200,000+894.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Westlake

The median household income in Westlake is $63,841, with the highest median household income of $72,732 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 620 households (30.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 9 households (0.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Westlake
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years9 (0.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years642 (31.1%)$53,654
45 to 64 Years620 (30.1%)$72,732
65+ Years790 (38.3%)$63,452
Total2,061 (100.0%)$63,841

Poverty in Westlake

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Westlake

With 8.1% poverty level for males and 5.8% for females among the residents of Westlake, 6 to 11 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 77 males (44.8%) and 26 females (14.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Westlake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years77 (44.8%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)9 (7.1%)
25 to 34 Years12 (2.1%)48 (9.8%)
35 to 44 Years50 (17.4%)26 (9.5%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years58 (20.7%)26 (14.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)14 (7.8%)
Total211 (8.1%)130 (5.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Westlake

According to the poverty statistics in Westlake, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Westlake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years126 (90.0%)176 (100.0%)
5 Years22 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years95 (55.2%)180 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years23 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years62 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years75 (100.0%)118 (92.9%)
25 to 34 Years567 (97.9%)444 (90.2%)
35 to 44 Years238 (82.6%)248 (90.5%)
45 to 54 Years199 (100.0%)279 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years222 (79.3%)160 (86.0%)
65 to 74 Years383 (100.0%)257 (97.4%)
75 Years and over247 (100.0%)166 (92.2%)
Total2,384 (91.9%)2,122 (94.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Westlake

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Westlake
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children457 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children416 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total937 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Westlake

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Westlake
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)74 (42.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)74 (35.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Westlake

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Westlake
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)74 (34.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)74 (18.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Westlake

Employment by Class of Employer in Westlake

Among the 2,149 employed individuals in Westlake, private company employees (1,407 | 65.5%), local government employees (472 | 22.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (167 | 7.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Westlake
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,40765.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)351.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1677.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations371.7%
Local Government Employees47222.0%
State Government Employees281.3%
Federal Government Employees30.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,149100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Westlake

According to the labor force statistics for Westlake, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,944), 56.2% or 2,217 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.0% or 22 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 94.6% or 452 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.5% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Westlake
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years88 (65.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years465 (83.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years430 (83.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years437 (77.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years452 (94.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years124 (47.1%)23 (18.5%)
60 to 64 Years116 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years80 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over26 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,217 (56.2%)22 (1.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Westlake

According to labor force statistics for Westlake, 78.5% of individuals (2,023) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,577) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 22 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 95.5% or 635 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.2% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Westlake
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School226 (85.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma553 (74.3%)31 (4.2%)
College / Associate Degree610 (67.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher635 (95.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,023 (78.5%)28 (1.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Westlake

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westlake are Community & Social Service (349 | 15.9%), Education Instruction & Library (349 | 15.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (111 | 5.1%), Health Technologists (99 | 4.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (73 | 3.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Westlake

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westlake, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (90.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (81.1%), and Management (69.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Community & Social Service (57.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (57.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Westlake
OccupationMaleFemale
Management50 (69.4%)22 (30.6%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science40 (54.8%)33 (45.2%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science40 (64.5%)22 (35.5%)
Community & Social Service 147 (42.1%)202 (57.9%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library147 (42.1%)202 (57.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating90 (81.1%)21 (18.9%)
Health Technologists90 (90.9%)9 (9.1%)
Total (Category)327 (54.0%)278 (46.0%)
Total (Overall)1,290 (58.8%)905 (41.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Westlake are Security & Protection (117 | 5.3%), Personal Care & Service (115 | 5.2%), Law Enforcement (85 | 3.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (82 | 3.7%), and Healthcare Support (60 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations in Westlake

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Westlake, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (88.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (59.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (63.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Westlake
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
Security & Protection104 (88.9%)13 (11.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention19 (59.4%)13 (40.6%)
Law Enforcement85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving29 (52.7%)26 (47.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service42 (36.5%)73 (63.5%)
Total (Category)175 (40.8%)254 (59.2%)
Total (Overall)1,290 (58.8%)905 (41.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Westlake are Sales & Related (260 | 11.8%), and Office & Administration (166 | 7.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Westlake

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Westlake
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related47 (18.1%)213 (81.9%)
Office & Administration32 (19.3%)134 (80.7%)
Total (Category)79 (18.5%)347 (81.5%)
Total (Overall)1,290 (58.8%)905 (41.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Westlake are Construction & Extraction (192 | 8.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (130 | 5.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Westlake

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Westlake
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)322 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,290 (58.8%)905 (41.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Westlake are Transportation (158 | 7.2%), Production (142 | 6.5%), and Material Moving (113 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Westlake

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Westlake
OccupationMaleFemale
Production142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation132 (83.5%)26 (16.5%)
Material Moving113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)387 (93.7%)26 (6.3%)
Total (Overall)1,290 (58.8%)905 (41.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Westlake

Employment Industries in Westlake

The major employment industries in Westlake include Construction (400 | 18.2%), Educational Services (375 | 17.1%), Retail Trade (359 | 16.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (207 | 9.4%), and Manufacturing (176 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Westlake

Employment Industries by Sex in Westlake

The Westlake industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (67.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (63.3%), and Educational Services (60.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Westlake
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction351 (87.7%)49 (12.2%)
Manufacturing154 (87.5%)22 (12.5%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade118 (32.9%)241 (67.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing20 (64.5%)11 (35.5%)
Professional & Scientific85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services147 (39.2%)228 (60.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance90 (43.5%)117 (56.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services29 (36.7%)50 (63.3%)
Public Administration104 (83.2%)21 (16.8%)
Total1,290 (58.8%)905 (41.2%)

Education in Westlake

School Enrollment in Westlake

The most common levels of schooling among the 800 students in Westlake are middle school (271 | 33.9%), high school (208 | 26.0%), and elementary school (188 | 23.5%).
School Enrollment in Westlake
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten577.1%
Elementary School18823.5%
Middle School27133.9%
High School20826.0%
College / Undergraduate769.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total800100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Westlake

Out of a total of 800 students who are enrolled in schools in Westlake, 22 (2.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 778 (97.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 22 (10.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 280 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Westlake
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old280 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds185 (89.4%)22 (10.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds169 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total778 (97.3%)22 (2.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Westlake

Arts & humanities (269 | 35.2%), psychology (118 | 15.4%), business (91 | 11.9%), education (86 | 11.3%), and engineering (66 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 764 individuals in Westlake who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Westlake
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences344.4%
Psychology11815.4%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering668.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology638.3%
Business9111.9%
Education8611.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History374.8%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities26935.2%
Total764100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Westlake

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Westlake

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Westlake are males with 2 vehicles (599, accounting for 46.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (328, making up 68.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Westlake
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle59 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle144 (11.3%)99 (11.4%)
2 Vehicles599 (46.9%)328 (37.6%)
3 Vehicles324 (25.4%)170 (19.5%)
4 Vehicles124 (9.7%)254 (29.1%)
5 or more Vehicles27 (2.1%)21 (2.4%)
Total1,277 (100.0%)872 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Westlake

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Westlake are 15 to 19 minutes (907 commuters, 42.7%), 45 to 59 minutes (305 commuters, 14.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (274 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in Westlake
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes984.6%
5 to 9 Minutes482.3%
10 to 14 Minutes1235.8%
15 to 19 Minutes90742.7%
20 to 24 Minutes27412.9%
25 to 29 Minutes552.6%
30 to 34 Minutes1919.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes823.9%
45 to 59 Minutes30514.3%
60 to 89 Minutes190.9%
90 or more Minutes241.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Westlake

The most common commute times in Westlake are 15 to 19 minutes (517 commuters, 41.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (390 commuters, 44.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Westlake
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes54 (4.3%)44 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes48 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes99 (7.9%)24 (2.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes517 (41.2%)390 (44.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes194 (15.5%)80 (9.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes27 (2.1%)28 (3.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes149 (11.9%)42 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)82 (9.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes154 (12.3%)151 (17.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes12 (1.0%)7 (0.8%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)24 (2.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Westlake

The most frequent times of departure to work in Westlake are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (326, 26.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (254, 29.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Westlake
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM174 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM15 (1.2%)7 (0.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM109 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM89 (7.1%)21 (2.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM326 (26.0%)231 (26.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM301 (24.0%)176 (20.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM19 (1.5%)254 (29.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM62 (4.9%)39 (4.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM11 (0.9%)34 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM61 (4.9%)31 (3.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM51 (4.1%)42 (4.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM36 (2.9%)37 (4.2%)
Total1,254 (100.0%)872 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Westlake

Occupancy by Ownership in Westlake

Of the total 2,061 dwellings in Westlake, owner-occupied units account for 1,692 (82.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 369 (17.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Westlake
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,69282.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units36917.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,061100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Westlake

Occupancy by Household Size in Westlake
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household53125.8%
2-Person Household76637.2%
3-Person Household51525.0%
4+ Person Household24912.1%
Total Housing Units2,061100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Westlake

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Westlake
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household351 (66.1%)180 (33.9%)
2-Person Household676 (88.2%)90 (11.7%)
3-Person Household416 (80.8%)99 (19.2%)
4+ Person Household249 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units1,692 (82.1%)369 (17.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Westlake

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Westlake
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School254 (73.6%)91 (26.4%)
High School Diploma583 (75.9%)185 (24.1%)
College/Associate Degree608 (89.4%)72 (10.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher247 (92.2%)21 (7.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Westlake

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Westlake
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years40719.8%
35 to 44 Years24411.8%
45 to 54 Years35717.3%
55 to 64 Years26312.8%
65 to 74 Years41220.0%
75 to 84 Years30414.7%
85 Years and Over743.6%
Total2,061100.0%

Housing Finances in Westlake

Median Income by Occupancy in Westlake

Median Income by Occupancy in Westlake
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,692 (82.1%)$64,615
Renter-Occupied369 (17.9%)$22,196
Average2,061 (100.0%)$63,841

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Westlake

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Westlake
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)33 (8.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99914 (0.8%)59 (16.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99922 (1.3%)60 (16.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99988 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (0.7%)37 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99954 (3.2%)65 (17.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999302 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999684 (40.4%)42 (11.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999184 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999214 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more118 (7.0%)73 (19.8%)
Total1,692 (100.0%)369 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Westlake

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Westlake
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300361 (21.3%)13 (3.5%)
$300 to $499527 (31.1%)44 (11.9%)
$500 to $799192 (11.4%)50 (13.6%)
$800 to $99935 (2.1%)113 (30.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499382 (22.6%)112 (30.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999153 (9.0%)11 (3.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49931 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more11 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,692 (100.0%)369 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Westlake

Housing Structures in Westlake

Housing Structures in Westlake
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,85289.9%
Single Unit, Attached110.5%
2 Unit Apartments201.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments70.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments763.7%
10 or more Apartments341.7%
Mobile Home / Other613.0%
Total2,061100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Westlake

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Westlake
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,631 (88.1%)221 (11.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)76 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,692 (82.1%)369 (17.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Westlake

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Westlake
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)91 (24.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms716 (42.3%)271 (73.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms876 (51.8%)7 (1.9%)
8 or more Rooms100 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,692 (100.0%)369 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Westlake

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Westlake
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas932 (55.1%)161 (43.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity711 (42.0%)208 (56.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels29 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used20 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,692 (100.0%)369 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Westlake

Household Vehicle Usage in Westlake
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)133 (36.0%)
1 Vehicle468 (27.7%)128 (34.7%)
2 Vehicles655 (38.7%)35 (9.5%)
3 or more Vehicles569 (33.6%)73 (19.8%)
Total1,692 (100.0%)369 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Westlake

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Westlake

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,013679
Median Property Value$144,200$175,200
Median Household Income$63,639$118
Monthly Housing Costs$349$11
Real Estate Taxes$465$82

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Westlake

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Westlake
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000149 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999127 (12.5%)55 (8.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999597 (58.9%)549 (80.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999140 (13.8%)64 (9.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)11 (1.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,013 (100.0%)679 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Westlake

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Westlake
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999122 (12.0%)14 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99954 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999155 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999529 (52.2%)147 (21.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99987 (8.6%)155 (22.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99966 (6.5%)97 (14.3%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)148 (21.8%)
Total1,013 (100.0%)679 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Westlake

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Westlake
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x504 (49.7%)76,399 (11,251.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x84 (8.3%)309 (45.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x122 (12.0%)128 (18.9%)
4.0x or more303 (29.9%)166 (24.4%)
Total1,013 (100.0%)679 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Westlake

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Westlake
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800672 (66.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49950 (4.9%)250 (36.8%)
$800 to $1,49951 (5.0%)167 (24.6%)
Total1,013 (100.0%)679 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Westlake

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westlake

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westlake
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years348 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years630 (97.5%)16 (2.5%)
19 to 25 Years211 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years960 (90.4%)102 (9.6%)
35 to 44 Years513 (91.3%)49 (8.7%)
45 to 54 Years478 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years449 (96.4%)17 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years647 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older427 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,663 (96.2%)184 (3.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Westlake

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Westlake
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born348 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen630 (97.5%)16 (2.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen211 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Westlake

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Westlake
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000478 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999806 (91.5%)75 (8.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,354 (97.8%)30 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999603 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,422 (94.7%)79 (5.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westlake

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westlake
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6152 (43.7%)260 (74.7%)
6 to 18 Years387 (59.9%)271 (41.9%)
19 to 25 Years136 (64.4%)115 (54.5%)
25 to 34 Years281 (26.5%)778 (73.3%)
35 to 44 Years98 (17.4%)415 (73.8%)
45 to 54 Years66 (13.8%)428 (89.5%)
55 to 64 Years142 (30.5%)351 (75.3%)
65 to 74 Years647 (100.0%)167 (25.8%)
75 Years and over427 (100.0%)265 (62.1%)
Total2,336 (48.2%)3,050 (62.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Westlake

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Westlake
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)33 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years69 (9.0%)137 (18.5%)
65 to 74 Years65 (17.0%)34 (12.9%)
75 Years and over177 (71.7%)18 (10.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Westlake

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Westlake: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (4.6%)5 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years18 (4.7%)11 (4.2%)
75 Years and over169 (68.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Westlake: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years22 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (2.2%)21 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years18 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Westlake: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)33 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years12 (1.6%)73 (9.9%)
65 to 74 Years10 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over32 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Westlake: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (3.8%)91 (12.3%)
65 to 74 Years47 (12.3%)27 (10.2%)
75 Years and over50 (20.2%)11 (6.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Westlake: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)21 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years47 (12.3%)7 (2.6%)
75 Years and over40 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Westlake

Computing Device Access in Westlake

Computing Device Access in Westlake
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,40968.4%
Smartphone1,68881.9%
Tablet1,08552.6%
No Computing Device30214.6%
Total2,061100.0%

Internet Access in Westlake

Internet Access in Westlake
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,11754.2%
Cellular Data Only33916.5%
Satellite Internet1055.1%
No Internet57527.9%
Total2,061100.0%

Westlake Summary

Westlake, Louisiana is a small city located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the western shore of Lake Charles, a large lake in the Gulf of Mexico. The city has a population of approximately 8,000 people and is part of the Lake Charles Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Westlake was founded in the late 19th century as a small fishing village. The town was originally known as "Westlake Landing" and was located on the western shore of Lake Charles. The town was incorporated in 1906 and was named after the lake.
In the early 20th century, Westlake began to grow as a center for the oil and gas industry. The town was home to several oil refineries and other related businesses. The town also became a popular tourist destination, with many people visiting the lake for fishing and other recreational activities.
In the 1950s, Westlake began to experience a population boom as people moved to the area for jobs in the oil and gas industry. The town also experienced a period of economic growth, with new businesses and industries opening up in the area.

Geography

Westlake is located in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. It is situated on the western shore of Lake Charles, a large lake in the Gulf of Mexico. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, while the average temperature in the winter is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Westlake's economy is largely based on the oil and gas industry. The city is home to several oil refineries and other related businesses. The city also has a large tourism industry, with many people visiting the lake for fishing and other recreational activities.
Westlake also has a growing retail sector, with several stores and restaurants located in the city. The city also has a number of manufacturing businesses, including a paper mill and a chemical plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Westlake had a population of 8,000 people. The racial makeup of the city was 79.3% White, 15.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.
The median household income in Westlake was $41,944, and the median family income was $50,944. The per capita income for the city was $20,944. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Westlake?
Total Population of Westlake is 4,847.
What is the Total Male Population of Westlake?
Total Male Population of Westlake is 2,595.
What is the Total Female Population of Westlake?
Total Female Population of Westlake is 2,252.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Westlake?
There are 115.23 Males per 100 Females in Westlake.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Westlake?
There are 86.78 Females per 100 Males in Westlake.
What is the Median Population Age in Westlake?
Median Population Age in Westlake is 37.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Westlake
Average Family Size in Westlake is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Westlake
Average Household Size in Westlake is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Westlake?
Per Capita income in Westlake is $32,083.
What is the Median Family Income in Westlake?
Median Family Income in Westlake is $66,967.
What is the Median Household income in Westlake?
Median Household Income in Westlake is $63,841.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Westlake?
Income or Wage Gap in Westlake is 38.8%.
Women in Westlake earn 61.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Westlake?
Family Income Deficit in Westlake is $12,193.
Families that are below poverty line in Westlake earn $12,193 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Westlake?
Inequality or Gini Index in Westlake is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Westlake?
There are 2,217 People in the Labor Forcein in Westlake.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Westlake?
56.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Westlake.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Westlake?
Unemployment Rate in Westlake is 1.0%.