Westfield, NJ

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Westfield Overview

30,839
TOTAL POPULATION
14,970
MALE POPULATION
15,869
FEMALE POPULATION
94.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$96,656
PER CAPITA INCOME
$250,001
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$203,235
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
15,604
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Westfield Zip Codes

Westfield Area Codes

Race in Westfield

The most populous races in Westfield are White / Caucasian (24,403 | 79.1%), Hispanic or Latino (2,580 | 8.4%), and Asian (2,499 | 8.1%).
Race in Westfield
Race# Population% Population
Asian2,4998.1%
Black / African American8442.7%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2,5808.4%
Native / Alaskan410.1%
White / Caucasian24,40379.1%
Two or more Races2,1166.9%
Some other Race9363.0%
Total30,839100.0%

Ancestry in Westfield

The most populous ancestries reported in Westfield are Irish (5,628 | 18.2%), Italian (5,380 | 17.4%), German (3,327 | 10.8%), English (2,509 | 8.1%), and American (2,286 | 7.4%), together accounting for 62.0% of all Westfield residents.
Ancestry in Westfield
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan570.2%
African40.0%
Alaskan Athabascan200.1%
American2,2867.4%
Arab2180.7%
Armenian240.1%
Australian1200.4%
Austrian2140.7%
Barbadian140.1%
Belgian540.2%
Belizean570.2%
Bhutanese60.0%
Brazilian590.2%
British660.2%
Burmese5261.7%
Canadian660.2%
Central American1650.5%
Cherokee2760.9%
Chilean170.1%
Colombian1480.5%
Croatian650.2%
Cuban2971.0%
Cypriot90.0%
Czech770.3%
Czechoslovakian60.0%
Danish310.1%
Dominican930.3%
Dutch3201.0%
Eastern European6432.1%
Ecuadorian4491.5%
Egyptian400.1%
English2,5098.1%
Ethiopian70.0%
European2850.9%
Filipino460.2%
Finnish340.1%
French2590.8%
French Canadian1230.4%
German3,32710.8%
Greek9463.1%
Guatemalan180.1%
Haitian1160.4%
Honduran260.1%
Hungarian2300.7%
Indian (Asian)9423.0%
Irish5,62818.2%
Israeli10.0%
Italian5,38017.4%
Jamaican280.1%
Japanese3091.0%
Kenyan100.0%
Korean2790.9%
Laotian160.1%
Latvian320.1%
Lebanese680.2%
Lithuanian1820.6%
Luxembourger440.1%
Macedonian410.1%
Maltese150.1%
Mexican1360.4%
Mexican American Indian260.1%
Native Hawaiian370.1%
Nicaraguan170.1%
Nigerian350.1%
Northern European720.2%
Norwegian2400.8%
Palestinian510.2%
Panamanian280.1%
Pennsylvania German200.1%
Peruvian670.2%
Polish2,0876.8%
Portuguese5541.8%
Puerto Rican5591.8%
Romanian1530.5%
Russian1,1373.7%
Salvadoran760.3%
Scandinavian410.1%
Scotch-Irish3731.2%
Scottish2670.9%
Slovak730.2%
South African420.1%
South American6992.3%
South American Indian270.1%
Soviet Union150.1%
Spaniard4141.3%
Spanish1980.6%
Sri Lankan1530.5%
Subsaharan African2020.7%
Swedish2010.6%
Swiss1190.4%
Syrian490.2%
Thai9002.9%
Turkish920.3%
Ukrainian4621.5%
Uruguayan180.1%
Vietnamese380.1%
Welsh1910.6%
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Immigrants in Westfield

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Westfield came from Asia (1,460 | 4.7%), Europe (1,174 | 3.8%), Eastern Asia (895 | 2.9%), Latin America (707 | 2.3%), and Eastern Europe (607 | 2.0%), together accounting for 15.7% of all Westfield residents.
Immigrants in Westfield
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan190.1%
Africa1210.4%
Asia1,4604.7%
Australia200.1%
Austria70.0%
Belarus290.1%
Belgium250.1%
Brazil1770.6%
Canada870.3%
Caribbean1480.5%
Central America660.2%
China5521.8%
Colombia350.1%
Costa Rica120.0%
Cuba330.1%
Czechoslovakia180.1%
Dominican Republic310.1%
Eastern Africa170.1%
Eastern Asia8952.9%
Eastern Europe6072.0%
Ecuador2340.8%
Egypt320.1%
El Salvador210.1%
England280.1%
Ethiopia70.0%
Europe1,1743.8%
France420.1%
Germany540.2%
Guatemala10.0%
Guyana190.1%
Haiti540.2%
Honduras260.1%
Hong Kong380.1%
India3261.1%
Indonesia160.1%
Ireland610.2%
Italy1320.4%
Jamaica120.0%
Kenya100.0%
Korea3431.1%
Latin America7072.3%
Lebanon100.0%
Lithuania70.0%
Malaysia60.0%
Mexico60.0%
Moldova310.1%
Nigeria290.1%
Northern Africa320.1%
Northern Europe2440.8%
Oceania200.1%
Peru100.0%
Philippines1010.3%
Poland660.2%
Portugal390.1%
Romania570.2%
Russia1360.4%
South Africa420.1%
South America4931.6%
South Central Asia3451.1%
South Eastern Asia1730.6%
Southern Europe1950.6%
Spain240.1%
Taiwan1410.5%
Trinidad and Tobago180.1%
Turkey100.0%
Ukraine2170.7%
Uruguay180.1%
Vietnam410.1%
Western Africa300.1%
Western Asia370.1%
Western Europe1280.4%
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Sex and Age in Westfield

Sex and Age in Westfield

The most populous age groups in Westfield are 50 to 54 Years (1,370 | 9.1%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,380 | 8.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Westfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,145 (7.6%)1,168 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Years1,127 (7.5%)1,374 (8.7%)
10 to 14 Years1,220 (8.2%)1,380 (8.7%)
15 to 19 Years1,102 (7.4%)1,117 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Years653 (4.4%)548 (3.5%)
25 to 29 Years363 (2.4%)403 (2.5%)
30 to 34 Years727 (4.9%)832 (5.2%)
35 to 39 Years1,096 (7.3%)1,024 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years803 (5.4%)1,048 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years1,259 (8.4%)1,283 (8.1%)
50 to 54 Years1,370 (9.1%)1,200 (7.6%)
55 to 59 Years1,260 (8.4%)1,247 (7.9%)
60 to 64 Years829 (5.5%)803 (5.1%)
65 to 69 Years768 (5.1%)775 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years525 (3.5%)652 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years456 (3.0%)568 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years127 (0.9%)141 (0.9%)
85 Years and over140 (0.9%)306 (1.9%)
Total14,970 (100.0%)15,869 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Westfield

Median Family Size in Westfield

The median family size in Westfield is 3.37 persons per family, with married-couple families (7,472 | 90.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.42 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (248 | 3.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.62 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Westfield
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple7,472 (90.9%)3.42
Single Male/Father248 (3.0%)2.62
Single Female/Mother503 (6.1%)3.12
Total Families8,223 (100.0%)3.37

Median Household Size in Westfield

The median household size in Westfield is 2.93 persons per household, with married-couple households (7,472 | 71.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.44 persons per household. non-family households (2,203 | 21.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Westfield
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple7,472 (71.7%)3.44
Single Male/Father248 (2.4%)2.87
Single Female/Mother503 (4.8%)3.23
Non-family2,203 (21.1%)1.17
Total Households10,426 (100.0%)2.93

Household Size by Marriage Status in Westfield

Out of a total of 10,426 households in Westfield, 8,223 (78.9%) are family households, while 2,203 (21.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,670, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,931.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Westfield
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,931 (18.5%)
2-Person Households2,670 (25.6%)228 (2.2%)
3-Person Households1,756 (16.8%)19 (0.2%)
4-Person Households2,604 (25.0%)25 (0.2%)
5-Person Households1,039 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households99 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households55 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,223 (78.9%)2,203 (21.1%)

Female Fertility in Westfield

Fertility by Age in Westfield

Average fertility rate in Westfield is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 71.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 68.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Westfield
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years122 (31.7%)68.0
35 to 50 years263 (68.3%)71.0
Total385 (100.0%)59.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Westfield

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Westfield
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years263 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total385 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Westfield

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Westfield
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma18 (4.7%)45.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree168 (43.6%)59.0
Graduate Degree199 (51.7%)108.0
Total385 (100.0%)59.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Westfield

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Westfield
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total385 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Westfield

Income Overview in Westfield

Per Capita Income in Westfield is $96,656, while median incomes of families and households are $250,001 and $203,235 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income30,839$96,656
Median Family Income8,223$250,001
Mean Family Income8,223$322,846
Median Household Income10,426$203,235
Mean Household Income10,426$281,738
Income Deficit8,223$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)30,83945.36%
Wage / Income Gap ($)30,83954.64¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index30,8390.47

Earnings by Sex in Westfield

Average Earnings in Westfield are $101,148, $134,842 for men and $73,683 for women, a difference of 45.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Westfield
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male8,927 (55.8%)$134,842
Female7,084 (44.2%)$73,683
Total16,011 (100.0%)$101,148

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Westfield

The most common earnings brackets in Westfield are $100,000+ for men (5,483 | 61.4%) and $100,000+ for women (2,607 | 36.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Westfield
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less327 (3.7%)327 (4.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99990 (1.0%)270 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499174 (1.9%)305 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999184 (2.1%)120 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49956 (0.6%)180 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,999163 (1.8%)42 (0.6%)
$15,000 to $17,499138 (1.5%)153 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99932 (0.4%)22 (0.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499121 (1.4%)82 (1.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9999 (0.1%)95 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999210 (2.4%)158 (2.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999189 (2.1%)252 (3.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99967 (0.7%)266 (3.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999137 (1.5%)132 (1.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999214 (2.4%)156 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $54,999104 (1.2%)141 (2.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999221 (2.5%)303 (4.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999141 (1.6%)587 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999867 (9.7%)886 (12.5%)
$100,000+5,483 (61.4%)2,607 (36.8%)
Total8,927 (100.0%)7,084 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Westfield

Average earnings in Westfield are $150,559 for men and $85,597 for women, a difference of 43.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $221,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $45,156. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $113,052, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $44,594.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Westfield
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,156$44,594
College or Associate's Degree$82,170$76,853
Bachelor's Degree$158,041$71,415
Graduate Degree$221,000$113,052
Total$150,559$85,597

Family Income in Westfield

Family Income Brackets in Westfield

According to the Westfield family income data, there are 5,082 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 61.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Westfield
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000410.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999740.9%
$25,000 to $34,99980.1%
$35,000 to $49,999991.2%
$50,000 to $74,9993454.2%
$75,000 to $99,9994605.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991,09413.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991,01112.3%
$200,000+5,08261.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Westfield

4-person families (2,753 | 33.5%) account for the highest median family income in Westfield with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (2,745 | 33.4%) have the highest median income of $85,852 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Westfield
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,745 (33.4%)$171,705
3-Person Families1,696 (20.6%)$220,489
4-Person Families2,753 (33.5%)$250,001
5-Person Families875 (10.6%)$250,001
6-Person Families99 (1.2%)$250,001
7+ Person Families55 (0.7%)$0
Total8,223 (100.0%)$250,001

Family Income by Number of Earners in Westfield

The median family income in Westfield is $250,001, with families comprising 2 earners (4,128) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (573) have the lowest median family income of $97,443, accounting for 50.2% and 7.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Westfield
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners573 (7.0%)$97,443
1 Earner2,605 (31.7%)$208,292
2 Earners4,128 (50.2%)$250,001
3+ Earners917 (11.2%)$250,001
Total8,223 (100.0%)$250,001

Household Income in Westfield

Household Income Brackets in Westfield

With 5,296 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Westfield, accounting for 50.8% of all households. In contrast, only 125 households (1.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Westfield
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001671.6%
$10,000 to $14,9991251.2%
$15,000 to $24,9992822.7%
$25,000 to $34,9992712.6%
$35,000 to $49,9992292.2%
$50,000 to $74,9995945.7%
$75,000 to $99,9996786.5%
$100,000 to $149,9991,60615.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991,18911.4%
$200,000+5,29650.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Westfield

The median household income in Westfield is $203,235, with the highest median household income of $250,001 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,869 households (27.5%) 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 118 households (1.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Westfield
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years118 (1.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years2,869 (27.5%)$250,001
45 to 64 Years4,858 (46.6%)$226,641
65+ Years2,581 (24.8%)$115,351
Total10,426 (100.0%)$203,235

Poverty in Westfield

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Westfield

With 1.9% poverty level for males and 2.0% for females among the residents of Westfield, 75 year old and over males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 86 males (12.4%) and 96 females (7.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Westfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years5 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years48 (3.5%)15 (0.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years47 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years14 (1.3%)96 (7.8%)
35 to 44 Years18 (0.9%)2 (0.1%)
45 to 54 Years16 (0.6%)40 (1.6%)
55 to 64 Years19 (0.9%)76 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years31 (2.4%)18 (1.3%)
75 Years and over86 (12.4%)72 (7.4%)
Total285 (1.9%)319 (2.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Westfield

According to the poverty statistics in Westfield, 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 Westfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,109 (99.6%)1,168 (100.0%)
5 Years247 (100.0%)97 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,334 (96.5%)1,728 (99.1%)
12 to 14 Years707 (100.0%)906 (100.0%)
15 Years198 (100.0%)314 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years433 (99.8%)486 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years1,076 (95.8%)865 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years1,076 (98.7%)1,139 (92.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,881 (99.1%)2,070 (99.9%)
45 to 54 Years2,606 (99.4%)2,436 (98.4%)
55 to 64 Years2,041 (99.1%)1,937 (96.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,242 (97.6%)1,387 (98.7%)
75 Years and over607 (87.6%)899 (92.6%)
Total14,557 (98.1%)15,432 (98.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Westfield

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Westfield show that 0.7% or 49 of the total 7,472 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.0%, comprising of 35 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Westfield
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,556 (99.0%)35 (1.0%)
1 or 2 Children3,235 (99.6%)14 (0.4%)
3 or 4 Children621 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,423 (99.3%)49 (0.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Westfield

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Westfield
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)26 (9.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)26 (5.2%)

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

The poverty data for Westfield shows that 49 of the married-couple family households (0.7%) and 26 of the single-parent households (3.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (1.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 household (6.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Westfield
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children35 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children14 (0.4%)26 (6.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (0.7%)26 (3.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Westfield

Employment by Class of Employer in Westfield

Among the 14,807 employed individuals in Westfield, private company employees (11,075 | 74.8%), not-for-profit organizations (957 | 6.5%), and local government employees (823 | 5.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Westfield
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees11,07574.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)6364.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)5623.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations9576.5%
Local Government Employees8235.6%
State Government Employees4803.2%
Federal Government Employees2741.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total14,807100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Westfield

According to the labor force statistics for Westfield, out of the total population over 16 years of age (22,913), 68.1% or 15,604 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 624 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 92.0% or 1,434 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.5% or 123 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Westfield
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years486 (28.5%)21 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Years918 (76.4%)127 (13.8%)
25 to 29 Years701 (91.5%)123 (17.5%)
30 to 34 Years1,434 (92.0%)57 (4.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,506 (88.3%)28 (0.8%)
45 to 54 Years4,381 (85.7%)166 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years1,883 (75.1%)21 (1.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,173 (71.9%)48 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years993 (36.5%)22 (2.2%)
75 Years and over137 (7.9%)10 (7.2%)
Total15,604 (68.1%)624 (4.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Westfield

According to labor force statistics for Westfield, 84.1% of individuals (13,075) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (15,547) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 445 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 87.8% or 1,405 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.3% or 131 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Westfield
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School14 (35.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma784 (74.7%)5 (0.5%)
College / Associate Degree1,405 (87.8%)149 (9.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher10,879 (84.6%)373 (2.9%)
Total13,075 (84.1%)529 (3.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Westfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westfield are Management (3,127 | 20.9%), Community & Social Service (2,674 | 17.8%), Business & Financial (1,692 | 11.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,525 | 10.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (1,069 | 7.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Westfield

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.6%), Management (70.4%), and Legal Services & Support (67.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (74.0%), Health Technologists (63.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (63.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Westfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2,201 (70.4%)926 (29.6%)
Business & Financial775 (45.8%)917 (54.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science998 (65.4%)527 (34.6%)
Computers & Mathematics470 (63.5%)270 (36.5%)
Architecture & Engineering383 (83.6%)75 (16.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science145 (44.3%)182 (55.7%)
Community & Social Service 1,290 (48.2%)1,384 (51.8%)
Education, Arts & Media115 (52.7%)103 (47.2%)
Legal Services & Support611 (67.7%)292 (32.3%)
Education Instruction & Library278 (26.0%)791 (74.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment286 (59.1%)198 (40.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating312 (37.0%)532 (63.0%)
Health Technologists259 (36.5%)450 (63.5%)
Total (Category)5,576 (56.5%)4,286 (43.5%)
Total (Overall)8,372 (55.8%)6,619 (44.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Westfield are Personal Care & Service (579 | 3.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (336 | 2.2%), Security & Protection (238 | 1.6%), Firefighting & Prevention (123 | 0.8%), and Law Enforcement (115 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Westfield

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Westfield, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (95.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (80.6%), and Security & Protection (74.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (75.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (68.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Westfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
Security & Protection177 (74.4%)61 (25.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention67 (54.5%)56 (45.5%)
Law Enforcement110 (95.7%)5 (4.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving105 (31.2%)231 (68.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance87 (80.6%)21 (19.4%)
Personal Care & Service145 (25.0%)434 (75.0%)
Total (Category)514 (39.0%)803 (61.0%)
Total (Overall)8,372 (55.8%)6,619 (44.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Westfield are Sales & Related (1,814 | 12.1%), and Office & Administration (1,236 | 8.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Westfield

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Westfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,241 (68.4%)573 (31.6%)
Office & Administration309 (25.0%)927 (75.0%)
Total (Category)1,550 (50.8%)1,500 (49.2%)
Total (Overall)8,372 (55.8%)6,619 (44.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Westfield are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (277 | 1.8%), and Construction & Extraction (147 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Westfield

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Westfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction136 (92.5%)11 (7.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair258 (93.1%)19 (6.9%)
Total (Category)394 (92.9%)30 (7.1%)
Total (Overall)8,372 (55.8%)6,619 (44.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Westfield are Transportation (163 | 1.1%), Production (92 | 0.6%), and Material Moving (83 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Westfield

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Westfield
OccupationMaleFemale
Production92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)338 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)8,372 (55.8%)6,619 (44.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Westfield

Employment Industries in Westfield

The major employment industries in Westfield include Finance & Insurance (2,543 | 17.0%), Professional & Scientific (2,106 | 14.1%), Educational Services (1,476 | 9.9%), Retail Trade (1,375 | 9.2%), and Manufacturing (1,360 | 9.1%).
Employment Industries in Westfield

Employment Industries by Sex in Westfield

The Westfield industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (94.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (73.5%), Educational Services (67.8%), and Retail Trade (62.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Westfield
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction386 (90.6%)40 (9.4%)
Manufacturing837 (61.5%)523 (38.5%)
Wholesale Trade280 (72.4%)107 (27.7%)
Retail Trade519 (37.8%)856 (62.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing198 (94.3%)12 (5.7%)
Utilities349 (90.4%)37 (9.6%)
Information413 (73.8%)147 (26.3%)
Finance & Insurance1,958 (77.0%)585 (23.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing229 (46.7%)261 (53.3%)
Professional & Scientific1,235 (58.6%)871 (41.4%)
Enterprise Management51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support220 (58.1%)159 (41.9%)
Educational Services475 (32.2%)1,001 (67.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance330 (26.5%)915 (73.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation179 (38.1%)291 (61.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services227 (38.9%)356 (61.1%)
Public Administration260 (65.8%)135 (34.2%)
Total8,372 (55.8%)6,619 (44.2%)

Education in Westfield

School Enrollment in Westfield

The most common levels of schooling among the 9,202 students in Westfield are high school (2,107 | 22.9%), elementary school (2,054 | 22.3%), and middle school (2,007 | 21.8%).
School Enrollment in Westfield
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,02611.2%
Kindergarten5876.4%
Elementary School2,05422.3%
Middle School2,00721.8%
High School2,10722.9%
College / Undergraduate1,07211.7%
Graduate / Professional3493.8%
Total9,202100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Westfield

Out of a total of 9,202 students who are enrolled in schools in Westfield, 2,107 (22.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,095 (77.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 669 (74.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,542 (97.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Westfield
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds231 (25.7%)669 (74.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,986 (80.1%)493 (19.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,542 (97.8%)57 (2.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,190 (83.6%)234 (16.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds570 (81.8%)127 (18.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds361 (60.5%)236 (39.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds120 (38.5%)192 (61.5%)
35 Years and over94 (48.4%)100 (51.5%)
Total7,095 (77.1%)2,107 (22.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Westfield

Business (4,040 | 24.1%), social sciences (2,424 | 14.5%), education (1,621 | 9.7%), computers & mathematics (1,161 | 6.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (1,010 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 16,766 individuals in Westfield who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Westfield
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,1616.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,0106.0%
Physical & Health Sciences6323.8%
Psychology6954.2%
Social Sciences2,42414.5%
Engineering9865.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies280.2%
Science & Technology8735.2%
Business4,04024.1%
Education1,6219.7%
Literature & Languages8144.9%
Liberal Arts & History6794.1%
Visual & Performing Arts4692.8%
Communications7904.7%
Arts & Humanities5443.2%
Total16,766100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Westfield

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Westfield

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Westfield are males with 2 vehicles (4,369, accounting for 52.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,131, making up 67.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Westfield
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle71 (0.9%)78 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle1,088 (13.1%)1,184 (18.2%)
2 Vehicles4,369 (52.6%)3,131 (48.2%)
3 Vehicles2,308 (27.8%)1,659 (25.6%)
4 Vehicles377 (4.5%)327 (5.0%)
5 or more Vehicles91 (1.1%)114 (1.8%)
Total8,304 (100.0%)6,493 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Westfield

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Westfield are 60 to 89 minutes (1,531 commuters, 14.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,339 commuters, 12.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (1,237 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Westfield
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3082.9%
5 to 9 Minutes1,21611.6%
10 to 14 Minutes9038.6%
15 to 19 Minutes1,33912.8%
20 to 24 Minutes8918.5%
25 to 29 Minutes3483.3%
30 to 34 Minutes1,23711.8%
35 to 39 Minutes2582.5%
40 to 44 Minutes3123.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1,12310.7%
60 to 89 Minutes1,53114.6%
90 or more Minutes1,0049.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Westfield

The most common commute times in Westfield are 60 to 89 minutes (1,202 commuters, 20.0%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (734 commuters, 16.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Westfield
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes181 (3.0%)127 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes482 (8.0%)734 (16.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes494 (8.2%)409 (9.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes776 (12.9%)563 (12.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes352 (5.9%)539 (12.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes200 (3.3%)148 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes681 (11.3%)556 (12.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes129 (2.1%)129 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes149 (2.5%)163 (3.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes635 (10.6%)488 (11.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,202 (20.0%)329 (7.4%)
90 or more Minutes731 (12.2%)273 (6.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Westfield

The most frequent times of departure to work in Westfield are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,154, 19.2%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (979, 22.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Westfield
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM255 (4.2%)28 (0.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM163 (2.7%)80 (1.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM85 (1.4%)36 (0.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM570 (9.5%)175 (3.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM640 (10.6%)187 (4.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,154 (19.2%)744 (16.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM909 (15.1%)742 (16.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM736 (12.2%)979 (22.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM435 (7.2%)658 (14.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM565 (9.4%)373 (8.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM51 (0.9%)149 (3.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM123 (2.1%)57 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM190 (3.2%)182 (4.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM136 (2.3%)68 (1.5%)
Total6,012 (100.0%)4,458 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Westfield

Occupancy by Ownership in Westfield

Of the total 10,426 dwellings in Westfield, owner-occupied units account for 8,318 (79.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,108 (20.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Westfield
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units8,31879.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,10820.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units10,426100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Westfield

Occupancy by Household Size in Westfield
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,93118.5%
2-Person Household2,89827.8%
3-Person Household1,77517.0%
4+ Person Household3,82236.7%
Total Housing Units10,426100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Westfield

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Westfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household925 (47.9%)1,006 (52.1%)
2-Person Household2,294 (79.2%)604 (20.8%)
3-Person Household1,546 (87.1%)229 (12.9%)
4+ Person Household3,553 (93.0%)269 (7.0%)
Total Housing Units8,318 (79.8%)2,108 (20.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Westfield

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Westfield
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School75 (52.1%)69 (47.9%)
High School Diploma466 (57.4%)346 (42.6%)
College/Associate Degree684 (60.5%)447 (39.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,093 (85.1%)1,246 (14.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Westfield

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Westfield
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,0009.6%
35 to 44 Years1,98719.1%
45 to 54 Years2,63525.3%
55 to 64 Years2,22321.3%
65 to 74 Years1,50914.5%
75 to 84 Years7687.4%
85 Years and Over3042.9%
Total10,426100.0%

Housing Finances in Westfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Westfield

Median Income by Occupancy in Westfield
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied8,318 (79.8%)$250,001
Renter-Occupied2,108 (20.2%)$100,972
Average10,426 (100.0%)$203,235

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Westfield

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Westfield
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00035 (0.4%)51 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99949 (0.6%)28 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99916 (0.2%)110 (5.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99964 (0.8%)72 (3.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99991 (1.1%)58 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99977 (0.9%)191 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999136 (1.6%)91 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999388 (4.7%)203 (9.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999452 (5.4%)229 (10.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,135 (13.7%)466 (22.1%)
$150,000 or more5,875 (70.6%)609 (28.9%)
Total8,318 (100.0%)2,108 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Westfield

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Westfield
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30041 (0.5%)43 (2.0%)
$300 to $49939 (0.5%)61 (2.9%)
$500 to $79977 (0.9%)121 (5.7%)
$800 to $99943 (0.5%)35 (1.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499582 (7.0%)154 (7.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999738 (8.9%)295 (14.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499939 (11.3%)677 (32.1%)
$2,500 to $2,999657 (7.9%)346 (16.4%)
$3,000 or more5,202 (62.5%)172 (8.2%)
Total8,318 (100.0%)2,108 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Westfield

Housing Structures in Westfield

Housing Structures in Westfield
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached8,03677.1%
Single Unit, Attached2502.4%
2 Unit Apartments1,0239.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3353.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1341.3%
10 or more Apartments6226.0%
Mobile Home / Other260.3%
Total10,426100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Westfield

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Westfield
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached7,783 (96.9%)253 (3.2%)
Single Unit, Attached110 (44.0%)140 (56.0%)
2 Unit Apartments118 (11.5%)905 (88.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments178 (53.1%)157 (46.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments8 (6.0%)126 (94.0%)
10 or more Apartments95 (15.3%)527 (84.7%)
Mobile Home / Other26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,318 (79.8%)2,108 (20.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Westfield

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Westfield
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)241 (11.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms65 (0.8%)623 (29.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms513 (6.2%)795 (37.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,008 (24.1%)369 (17.5%)
8 or more Rooms5,732 (68.9%)80 (3.8%)
Total8,318 (100.0%)2,108 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Westfield

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Westfield
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas7,522 (90.4%)1,603 (76.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas97 (1.2%)19 (0.9%)
Electricity284 (3.4%)374 (17.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene388 (4.7%)69 (3.3%)
Coal or Coke11 (0.1%)8 (0.4%)
All other Fuels16 (0.2%)26 (1.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)9 (0.4%)
Total8,318 (100.0%)2,108 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Westfield

Household Vehicle Usage in Westfield
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle142 (1.7%)177 (8.4%)
1 Vehicle1,281 (15.4%)1,134 (53.8%)
2 Vehicles4,458 (53.6%)680 (32.3%)
3 or more Vehicles2,437 (29.3%)117 (5.6%)
Total8,318 (100.0%)2,108 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Westfield

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Westfield

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,5155,803
Median Property Value$796,700$935,100
Median Household Income$173,958$4,501
Monthly Housing Costs$1,501$4,938
Real Estate Taxes$10,001$92

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Westfield

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Westfield
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00026 (1.0%)4 (0.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)7 (0.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999151 (6.0%)148 (2.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99995 (3.8%)281 (4.8%)
$500,000 to $749,999836 (33.2%)1,233 (21.2%)
$750,000 to $999,999801 (31.9%)1,659 (28.6%)
$1,000,000 or more606 (24.1%)2,471 (42.6%)
Total2,515 (100.0%)5,803 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Westfield

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Westfield
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00035 (1.4%)99 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99967 (2.7%)49 (0.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99959 (2.4%)104 (1.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99971 (2.8%)18 (0.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999242 (9.6%)65 (1.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999201 (8.0%)146 (2.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999466 (18.5%)251 (4.3%)
$150,000 or more1,374 (54.6%)669 (11.5%)
Total2,515 (100.0%)5,803 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Westfield

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Westfield
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x483 (19.2%)250,001 (4,308.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x429 (17.1%)922 (15.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x255 (10.1%)1,588 (27.4%)
4.0x or more1,337 (53.2%)1,206 (20.8%)
Total2,515 (100.0%)5,803 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Westfield

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Westfield
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80026 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4992,474 (98.4%)4 (0.1%)
Total2,515 (100.0%)5,803 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Westfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westfield
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,545 (95.8%)112 (4.2%)
6 to 18 Years6,499 (97.7%)150 (2.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,510 (91.0%)149 (9.0%)
26 to 34 Years2,089 (95.2%)105 (4.8%)
35 to 44 Years3,921 (98.7%)50 (1.3%)
45 to 54 Years4,862 (95.4%)236 (4.6%)
55 to 64 Years4,064 (99.8%)9 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years2,678 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,664 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29,832 (97.4%)811 (2.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Westfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Westfield
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,545 (95.8%)112 (4.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen6,499 (97.7%)150 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,510 (91.0%)149 (9.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Westfield

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Westfield
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000688 (90.0%)76 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999639 (96.5%)23 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,162 (96.0%)49 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,488 (95.2%)75 (4.8%)
$100,000 and over25,795 (97.8%)585 (2.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westfield

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westfield
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6143 (5.4%)2,475 (93.1%)
6 to 18 Years298 (4.5%)6,245 (93.9%)
19 to 25 Years63 (3.8%)1,465 (88.3%)
25 to 34 Years188 (8.6%)1,910 (87.1%)
35 to 44 Years229 (5.8%)3,787 (95.4%)
45 to 54 Years211 (4.1%)4,697 (92.1%)
55 to 64 Years160 (3.9%)3,939 (96.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,415 (90.2%)1,962 (73.3%)
75 Years and over1,647 (99.0%)941 (56.6%)
Total5,354 (17.5%)27,421 (89.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Westfield

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Westfield
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (0.3%)40 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years58 (2.6%)43 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years181 (2.8%)258 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years265 (20.8%)155 (11.0%)
75 Years and over268 (38.7%)362 (37.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Westfield

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Westfield: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (0.4%)12 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years121 (9.5%)29 (2.1%)
75 Years and over138 (19.9%)202 (20.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Westfield: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)21 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years49 (0.7%)94 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years77 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over32 (4.6%)22 (2.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Westfield: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)19 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years58 (2.6%)43 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years78 (1.2%)37 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years91 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (3.3%)60 (6.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Westfield: <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 Years26 (0.4%)162 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years151 (11.9%)92 (6.6%)
75 Years and over154 (22.2%)238 (24.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Westfield: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (0.2%)77 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years66 (5.2%)10 (0.7%)
75 Years and over36 (5.2%)105 (10.8%)

Technology Access in Westfield

Computing Device Access in Westfield

Computing Device Access in Westfield
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9,73093.3%
Smartphone9,73193.3%
Tablet8,01876.9%
No Computing Device2662.5%
Total10,426100.0%

Internet Access in Westfield

Internet Access in Westfield
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home9,42690.4%
Cellular Data Only6165.9%
Satellite Internet2542.4%
No Internet3353.2%
Total10,426100.0%

Westfield Summary

Westfield, NJ is a town located in Union County, New Jersey. It is situated approximately 25 miles southwest of New York City and is part of the New York metropolitan area. As of the 2010 United States Census, the town had a total population of 30,316.

History

Westfield was first settled in 1664 by a group of English settlers led by John Fenwick. The town was originally known as West Fields, and was part of Elizabethtown. In 1794, Westfield was incorporated as a separate town.
During the American Revolution, Westfield was the site of a major battle between the Continental Army and the British Army. The Battle of Connecticut Farms, which took place on June 7, 1780, was the last major battle of the war in New Jersey.

Geography

Westfield is located at 40°39'45" North, 74°20'54" West (40.6625, -74.3483). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 6.2 square miles, all of which is land.
Westfield is bordered by Mountainside to the north, Scotch Plains to the east, Cranford to the south, and Garwood to the west.

Economy

Westfield is a primarily residential community, with a few commercial areas. The town is home to several large corporations, including Merck & Co., Inc., Prudential Financial, and PSE&G.
Westfield is also home to several shopping centers, including The Plaza at Westfield, which is anchored by a Macy's department store. The town also has a vibrant downtown area, which is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 30,316 people, 11,817 households, and 8,068 families residing in the town. The population density was 4,867.3 people per square mile. There were 12,541 housing units at an average density of 2,019.2 per square mile.
The racial makeup of the town was 87.2% White, 4.2% African American, 0.1% Native American, 6.3% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $103,914, and the median income for a family was $125,917. Males had a median income of $87,945 versus $54,945 for females. The per capita income for the town was $50,945. About 2.2% of families and 3.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Westfield?
Total Population of Westfield is 30,839.
What is the Total Male Population of Westfield?
Total Male Population of Westfield is 14,970.
What is the Total Female Population of Westfield?
Total Female Population of Westfield is 15,869.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Westfield?
There are 94.33 Males per 100 Females in Westfield.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Westfield?
There are 106.01 Females per 100 Males in Westfield.
What is the Median Population Age in Westfield?
Median Population Age in Westfield is 40.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Westfield
Average Family Size in Westfield is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Westfield
Average Household Size in Westfield is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Westfield?
Per Capita income in Westfield is $96,656.
What is the Median Family Income in Westfield?
Median Family Income in Westfield is $250,001.
What is the Median Household income in Westfield?
Median Household Income in Westfield is $203,235.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Westfield?
Income or Wage Gap in Westfield is 45.4%.
Women in Westfield earn 54.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Westfield?
Inequality or Gini Index in Westfield is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Westfield?
There are 15,604 People in the Labor Forcein in Westfield.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Westfield?
68.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Westfield.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Westfield?
Unemployment Rate in Westfield is 4.0%.