Westby, WI

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Westby Overview

2,318
TOTAL POPULATION
1,144
MALE POPULATION
1,174
FEMALE POPULATION
97.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.62
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,937
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,389
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$66,741
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,218
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Westby Zip Codes

Westby Area Codes

Race in Westby

The most populous races in Westby are White / Caucasian (2,275 | 98.1%), Hispanic or Latino (42 | 1.8%), and Two or more Races (36 | 1.5%).
Race in Westby
Race# Population% Population
Asian70.3%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino421.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,27598.1%
Two or more Races361.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,318100.0%

Ancestry in Westby

The most populous ancestries reported in Westby are Norwegian (1,174 | 50.6%), German (826 | 35.6%), Irish (223 | 9.6%), English (142 | 6.1%), and Swedish (74 | 3.2%), together accounting for 105.2% of all Westby residents.
Ancestry in Westby
Ancestry# Population% Population
American512.2%
Cherokee30.1%
Czech552.4%
Czechoslovakian120.5%
Dutch281.2%
English1426.1%
European110.5%
French331.4%
German82635.6%
Irish2239.6%
Italian502.2%
Japanese70.3%
Mexican130.6%
Norwegian1,17450.6%
Polish411.8%
Puerto Rican231.0%
Russian40.2%
Scandinavian251.1%
Scottish110.5%
Slavic10.0%
South American60.3%
Swedish743.2%
Swiss451.9%
Venezuelan60.3%
Welsh30.1%
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Immigrants in Westby

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Westby came from Latin America (19 | 0.8%), Central America (13 | 0.6%), Mexico (13 | 0.6%), Asia (7 | 0.3%), and Cambodia (7 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.5% of all Westby residents.
Immigrants in Westby
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia70.3%
Cambodia70.3%
Central America130.6%
Eastern Europe40.2%
Europe40.2%
Latin America190.8%
Mexico130.6%
Russia40.2%
South America60.3%
South Eastern Asia70.3%
Venezuela60.3%
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Sex and Age in Westby

Sex and Age in Westby

The most populous age groups in Westby are 10 to 14 Years (123 | 10.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (96 | 8.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Westby
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years87 (7.6%)55 (4.7%)
5 to 9 Years78 (6.8%)61 (5.2%)
10 to 14 Years123 (10.7%)90 (7.7%)
15 to 19 Years62 (5.4%)67 (5.7%)
20 to 24 Years50 (4.4%)45 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years40 (3.5%)51 (4.3%)
30 to 34 Years119 (10.4%)85 (7.2%)
35 to 39 Years56 (4.9%)69 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years51 (4.5%)74 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years51 (4.5%)60 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years74 (6.5%)82 (7.0%)
55 to 59 Years63 (5.5%)91 (7.7%)
60 to 64 Years80 (7.0%)49 (4.2%)
65 to 69 Years97 (8.5%)96 (8.2%)
70 to 74 Years37 (3.2%)41 (3.5%)
75 to 79 Years18 (1.6%)81 (6.9%)
80 to 84 Years25 (2.2%)24 (2.0%)
85 Years and over33 (2.9%)53 (4.5%)
Total1,144 (100.0%)1,174 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Westby

Median Family Size in Westby

The median family size in Westby is 3.34 persons per family, with married-couple families (445 | 84.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.38 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (24 | 4.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Westby
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple445 (84.6%)3.38
Single Male/Father24 (4.6%)2.54
Single Female/Mother57 (10.8%)3.33
Total Families526 (100.0%)3.34

Median Household Size in Westby

The median household size in Westby is 2.36 persons per household, with single female/mother households (57 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.39 persons per household. non-family households (447 | 45.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Westby
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple445 (45.7%)3.38
Single Male/Father24 (2.5%)2.75
Single Female/Mother57 (5.9%)3.39
Non-family447 (45.9%)1.18
Total Households973 (100.0%)2.36

Household Size by Marriage Status in Westby

Out of a total of 973 households in Westby, 526 (54.1%) are family households, while 447 (45.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 244, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 377.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Westby
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-377 (38.8%)
2-Person Households244 (25.1%)64 (6.6%)
3-Person Households83 (8.5%)6 (0.6%)
4-Person Households111 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households81 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total526 (54.1%)447 (45.9%)

Female Fertility in Westby

Fertility by Age in Westby

Average fertility rate in Westby is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 63.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Westby
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (37.0%)55.0
35 to 50 years17 (63.0%)75.0
Total27 (100.0%)57.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Westby

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Westby
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Westby

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Westby
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma12 (44.4%)83.0
College or Associate's Degree5 (18.5%)32.0
Bachelor's Degree6 (22.2%)75.0
Graduate Degree4 (14.8%)100.0
Total27 (100.0%)57.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Westby

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Westby
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Westby

Income Overview in Westby

Per Capita Income in Westby is $33,937, while median incomes of families and households are $81,389 and $66,741 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,318$33,937
Median Family Income526$81,389
Mean Family Income526$92,536
Median Household Income973$66,741
Mean Household Income973$78,045
Income Deficit526$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,31836.10%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,31863.90¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,3180.35

Earnings by Sex in Westby

Average Earnings in Westby are $48,061, $55,750 for men and $35,625 for women, a difference of 36.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Westby
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male689 (54.5%)$55,750
Female575 (45.5%)$35,625
Total1,264 (100.0%)$48,061

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Westby

The most common earnings brackets in Westby are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (150 | 21.8%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (75 | 13.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Westby
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less26 (3.8%)48 (8.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (0.9%)14 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)10 (1.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (1.3%)6 (1.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49920 (2.9%)15 (2.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (0.7%)10 (1.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49912 (1.7%)14 (2.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (1.5%)11 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49915 (2.2%)10 (1.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99922 (3.2%)68 (11.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99946 (6.7%)71 (12.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99927 (3.9%)47 (8.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99930 (4.3%)37 (6.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99937 (5.4%)38 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99969 (10.0%)32 (5.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99972 (10.4%)75 (13.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99986 (12.5%)14 (2.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999150 (21.8%)38 (6.6%)
$100,000+47 (6.8%)11 (1.9%)
Total689 (100.0%)575 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Westby

Average earnings in Westby are $56,759 for men and $38,125 for women, a difference of 32.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $82,188, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $19,688. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,375, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,488.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Westby
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$19,688$0
High School Diploma$46,750$31,488
College or Associate's Degree$67,120$38,264
Bachelor's Degree$82,188$58,375
Graduate Degree$71,250$54,125
Total$56,759$38,125

Family Income in Westby

Family Income Brackets in Westby

According to the Westby family income data, there are 122 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Westby
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000101.9%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999152.9%
$25,000 to $34,999275.1%
$35,000 to $49,9997414.1%
$50,000 to $74,9999918.8%
$75,000 to $99,99912223.2%
$100,000 to $149,99911622.1%
$150,000 to $199,999438.2%
$200,000+203.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Westby

5-person families (81 | 15.4%) account for the highest median family income in Westby with $128,068 per family, while 2-person families (244 | 46.4%) have the highest median income of $33,250 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Westby
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families244 (46.4%)$66,500
3-Person Families93 (17.7%)$87,250
4-Person Families101 (19.2%)$87,417
5-Person Families81 (15.4%)$128,068
6-Person Families7 (1.3%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total526 (100.0%)$81,389

Family Income by Number of Earners in Westby

The median family income in Westby is $81,389, with families comprising 3+ earners (70) having the highest median family income of $140,833, while families with no earners (66) have the lowest median family income of $48,438, accounting for 13.3% and 12.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Westby
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners66 (12.6%)$48,438
1 Earner125 (23.8%)$54,464
2 Earners265 (50.4%)$88,125
3+ Earners70 (13.3%)$140,833
Total526 (100.0%)$81,389

Household Income in Westby

Household Income Brackets in Westby

With 232 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Westby, accounting for 23.8% of all households. In contrast, only 16 households (1.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Westby
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000161.6%
$10,000 to $14,999414.2%
$15,000 to $24,999575.9%
$25,000 to $34,999757.7%
$35,000 to $49,99912713.1%
$50,000 to $74,99923223.8%
$75,000 to $99,99918619.1%
$100,000 to $149,99914114.5%
$150,000 to $199,999737.5%
$200,000+252.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Westby

The median household income in Westby is $66,741, with the highest median household income of $85,682 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 292 households (30.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $50,750, with 332 households (34.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Westby
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years22 (2.3%)$59,063
25 to 44 Years292 (30.0%)$85,682
45 to 64 Years327 (33.6%)$68,594
65+ Years332 (34.1%)$50,750
Total973 (100.0%)$66,741

Poverty in Westby

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Westby

With 3.7% poverty level for males and 10.7% for females among the residents of Westby, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (27.8%) and 12 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Westby
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years5 (27.8%)12 (50.0%)
6 to 11 Years14 (17.5%)12 (14.8%)
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%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years7 (4.4%)20 (14.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)10 (7.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.8%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)28 (20.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (4.5%)16 (11.7%)
75 Years and over10 (13.2%)24 (15.2%)
Total42 (3.7%)126 (10.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Westby

According to the poverty statistics in Westby, males aged under 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 Westby
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years87 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)
5 Years13 (72.2%)12 (50.0%)
6 to 11 Years66 (82.5%)69 (85.2%)
12 to 14 Years103 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)
15 Years10 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years19 (100.0%)40 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years83 (100.0%)63 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years152 (95.6%)116 (85.3%)
35 to 44 Years107 (100.0%)133 (93.0%)
45 to 54 Years125 (100.0%)138 (97.2%)
55 to 64 Years143 (100.0%)112 (80.0%)
65 to 74 Years128 (95.5%)121 (88.3%)
75 Years and over66 (86.8%)134 (84.8%)
Total1,102 (96.3%)1,048 (89.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Westby

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Westby show that 2.5% or 11 of the total 445 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.8%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Westby
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children220 (95.2%)11 (4.8%)
1 or 2 Children145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total434 (97.5%)11 (2.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Westby

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Westby
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)4 (11.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)11 (73.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)15 (26.3%)

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

The poverty data for Westby shows that 11 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 15 of the single-parent households (18.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (4.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 household (73.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Westby
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)4 (10.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)11 (73.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (2.5%)15 (18.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Westby

Employment by Class of Employer in Westby

Among the 1,165 employed individuals in Westby, private company employees (807 | 69.3%), local government employees (123 | 10.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (83 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Westby
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees80769.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)181.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)363.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations837.1%
Local Government Employees12310.6%
State Government Employees615.2%
Federal Government Employees373.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,165100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Westby

According to the labor force statistics for Westby, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,805), 67.5% or 1,218 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 30 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 98.5% or 201 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 43.7% or 31 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Westby
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years71 (64.5%)31 (43.7%)
20 to 24 Years89 (93.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years77 (84.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years201 (98.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years245 (98.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years225 (84.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years115 (74.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years74 (57.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years115 (42.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,218 (67.5%)30 (2.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Westby

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Westby
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School39 (60.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma283 (81.3%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree335 (92.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher280 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total937 (85.6%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Westby

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westby are Management (124 | 10.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (84 | 7.1%), Community & Social Service (78 | 6.6%), Health Technologists (58 | 4.9%), and Business & Financial (49 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Westby

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westby, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (78.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (75.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (90.9%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (85.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Westby
OccupationMaleFemale
Management97 (78.2%)27 (21.8%)
Business & Financial18 (36.7%)31 (63.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11 (28.2%)28 (71.8%)
Computers & Mathematics9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2 (9.1%)20 (90.9%)
Community & Social Service 29 (37.2%)49 (62.8%)
Education, Arts & Media7 (25.0%)21 (75.0%)
Legal Services & Support4 (28.6%)10 (71.4%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (25.0%)18 (75.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating12 (14.3%)72 (85.7%)
Health Technologists12 (20.7%)46 (79.3%)
Total (Category)167 (44.7%)207 (55.3%)
Total (Overall)649 (54.7%)538 (45.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Westby are Healthcare Support (72 | 6.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (58 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (29 | 2.4%), Personal Care & Service (16 | 1.3%), and Law Enforcement (15 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations in Westby

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Westby, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (86.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Westby
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support10 (13.9%)62 (86.1%)
Security & Protection29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Category)54 (28.4%)136 (71.6%)
Total (Overall)649 (54.7%)538 (45.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Westby are Sales & Related (108 | 9.1%), and Office & Administration (106 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Westby

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Westby
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related59 (54.6%)49 (45.4%)
Office & Administration20 (18.9%)86 (81.1%)
Total (Category)79 (36.9%)135 (63.1%)
Total (Overall)649 (54.7%)538 (45.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Westby are Construction & Extraction (125 | 10.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (48 | 4.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (8 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Westby

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Westby
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction120 (96.0%)5 (4.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)176 (97.2%)5 (2.8%)
Total (Overall)649 (54.7%)538 (45.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Westby are Production (104 | 8.8%), Transportation (67 | 5.6%), and Material Moving (57 | 4.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Westby

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Westby
OccupationMaleFemale
Production66 (63.5%)38 (36.5%)
Transportation62 (92.5%)5 (7.5%)
Material Moving45 (78.9%)12 (21.0%)
Total (Category)173 (75.9%)55 (24.1%)
Total (Overall)649 (54.7%)538 (45.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Westby

Employment Industries in Westby

The major employment industries in Westby include Manufacturing (226 | 19.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (179 | 15.1%), Construction (149 | 12.6%), Retail Trade (103 | 8.7%), and Public Administration (96 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Westby

Employment Industries by Sex in Westby

The Westby industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (96.6%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (89.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (87.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (84.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Westby
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting34 (89.5%)4 (10.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction144 (96.6%)5 (3.4%)
Manufacturing180 (79.6%)46 (20.3%)
Wholesale Trade33 (73.3%)12 (26.7%)
Retail Trade36 (34.9%)67 (65.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing66 (82.5%)14 (17.5%)
Utilities13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information14 (77.8%)4 (22.2%)
Finance & Insurance18 (38.3%)29 (61.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific4 (12.5%)28 (87.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support22 (64.7%)12 (35.3%)
Educational Services11 (24.4%)34 (75.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance27 (15.1%)152 (84.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
Public Administration31 (32.3%)65 (67.7%)
Total649 (54.7%)538 (45.3%)

Education in Westby

School Enrollment in Westby

The most common levels of schooling among the 446 students in Westby are middle school (186 | 41.7%), elementary school (100 | 22.4%), and high school (98 | 22.0%).
School Enrollment in Westby
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool317.0%
Kindergarten276.0%
Elementary School10022.4%
Middle School18641.7%
High School9822.0%
College / Undergraduate40.9%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total446100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Westby

Out of a total of 446 students who are enrolled in schools in Westby, 17 (3.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 429 (96.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (17.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Westby
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old128 (97.7%)3 (2.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds64 (82.1%)14 (17.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total429 (96.2%)17 (3.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Westby

Business (103 | 23.1%), education (99 | 22.2%), science & technology (71 | 15.9%), arts & humanities (43 | 9.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (36 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 446 individuals in Westby who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Westby
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural368.1%
Physical & Health Sciences40.9%
Psychology92.0%
Social Sciences143.1%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology7115.9%
Business10323.1%
Education9922.2%
Literature & Languages92.0%
Liberal Arts & History357.9%
Visual & Performing Arts184.0%
Communications51.1%
Arts & Humanities439.6%
Total446100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Westby

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Westby

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Westby are males with 2 vehicles (247, accounting for 38.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (221, making up 47.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Westby
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle180 (28.1%)87 (16.6%)
2 Vehicles247 (38.5%)221 (42.2%)
3 Vehicles111 (17.3%)94 (17.9%)
4 Vehicles46 (7.2%)46 (8.8%)
5 or more Vehicles57 (8.9%)76 (14.5%)
Total641 (100.0%)524 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Westby

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Westby are 10 to 14 minutes (202 commuters, 18.1%), 15 to 19 minutes (180 commuters, 16.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (170 commuters, 15.3%).
Commute Time in Westby
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes635.7%
5 to 9 Minutes17015.3%
10 to 14 Minutes20218.1%
15 to 19 Minutes18016.2%
20 to 24 Minutes534.8%
25 to 29 Minutes272.4%
30 to 34 Minutes12911.6%
35 to 39 Minutes766.8%
40 to 44 Minutes968.6%
45 to 59 Minutes665.9%
60 to 89 Minutes444.0%
90 or more Minutes80.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Westby

The most common commute times in Westby are 10 to 14 minutes (122 commuters, 19.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (123 commuters, 25.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Westby
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes38 (6.1%)25 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes85 (13.6%)85 (17.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes122 (19.6%)80 (16.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes57 (9.1%)123 (25.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes40 (6.4%)13 (2.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes16 (2.6%)11 (2.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes104 (16.7%)25 (5.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes71 (11.4%)5 (1.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes28 (4.5%)68 (13.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes39 (6.2%)27 (5.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes24 (3.8%)20 (4.1%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)8 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Westby

The most frequent times of departure to work in Westby are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (128, 20.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (125, 25.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Westby
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM128 (20.5%)54 (11.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM33 (5.3%)3 (0.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM18 (2.9%)63 (12.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM39 (6.2%)17 (3.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM78 (12.5%)15 (3.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM64 (10.3%)73 (14.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM98 (15.7%)125 (25.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM63 (10.1%)43 (8.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM27 (4.3%)22 (4.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (2.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (2.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM10 (1.6%)16 (3.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM66 (10.6%)36 (7.3%)
Total624 (100.0%)490 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Westby

Occupancy by Ownership in Westby

Of the total 973 dwellings in Westby, owner-occupied units account for 742 (76.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 231 (23.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Westby
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units74276.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units23123.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units973100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Westby

Occupancy by Household Size in Westby
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household37738.8%
2-Person Household30831.7%
3-Person Household899.1%
4+ Person Household19920.4%
Total Housing Units973100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Westby

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Westby
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household233 (61.8%)144 (38.2%)
2-Person Household275 (89.3%)33 (10.7%)
3-Person Household69 (77.5%)20 (22.5%)
4+ Person Household165 (82.9%)34 (17.1%)
Total Housing Units742 (76.3%)231 (23.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Westby

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Westby
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School34 (55.7%)27 (44.3%)
High School Diploma240 (74.3%)83 (25.7%)
College/Associate Degree292 (82.5%)62 (17.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher176 (74.9%)59 (25.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Westby

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Westby
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years18719.2%
35 to 44 Years12713.1%
45 to 54 Years15015.4%
55 to 64 Years17718.2%
65 to 74 Years17417.9%
75 to 84 Years767.8%
85 Years and Over828.4%
Total973100.0%

Housing Finances in Westby

Median Income by Occupancy in Westby

Median Income by Occupancy in Westby
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied742 (76.3%)$76,250
Renter-Occupied231 (23.7%)$45,163
Average973 (100.0%)$66,741

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Westby

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Westby
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (0.5%)12 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $14,99922 (3.0%)19 (8.2%)
$15,000 to $19,9996 (0.8%)20 (8.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99915 (2.0%)16 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99950 (6.7%)25 (10.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99982 (11.1%)45 (19.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999190 (25.6%)42 (18.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999158 (21.3%)28 (12.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999122 (16.4%)19 (8.2%)
$150,000 or more93 (12.5%)5 (2.2%)
Total742 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Westby

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Westby
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3006 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499173 (23.3%)11 (4.8%)
$500 to $799147 (19.8%)85 (36.8%)
$800 to $999103 (13.9%)45 (19.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499242 (32.6%)82 (35.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99932 (4.3%)4 (1.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49930 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9994 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total742 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Westby

Housing Structures in Westby

Housing Structures in Westby
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached65467.2%
Single Unit, Attached222.3%
2 Unit Apartments30.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments373.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments535.4%
10 or more Apartments353.6%
Mobile Home / Other16917.4%
Total973100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Westby

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Westby
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached604 (92.3%)50 (7.6%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)53 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other133 (78.7%)36 (21.3%)
Total742 (76.3%)231 (23.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Westby

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Westby
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)20 (8.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms18 (2.4%)72 (31.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms228 (30.7%)100 (43.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms357 (48.1%)27 (11.7%)
8 or more Rooms139 (18.7%)12 (5.2%)
Total742 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Westby

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Westby
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas677 (91.2%)155 (67.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas23 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity24 (3.2%)76 (32.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene9 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used4 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total742 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Westby

Household Vehicle Usage in Westby
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle9 (1.2%)22 (9.5%)
1 Vehicle268 (36.1%)142 (61.5%)
2 Vehicles284 (38.3%)58 (25.1%)
3 or more Vehicles181 (24.4%)9 (3.9%)
Total742 (100.0%)231 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Westby

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Westby

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units294448
Median Property Value$95,000$149,400
Median Household Income$59,286$80
Monthly Housing Costs$437$5
Real Estate Taxes$1,765$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Westby

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Westby
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000108 (36.7%)14 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99941 (14.0%)29 (6.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999135 (45.9%)373 (83.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99910 (3.4%)27 (6.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total294 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Westby

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Westby
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0004 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99943 (14.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99960 (20.4%)24 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (15.3%)22 (4.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99972 (24.5%)145 (32.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99931 (10.5%)86 (19.2%)
$150,000 or more13 (4.4%)91 (20.3%)
Total294 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Westby

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Westby
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x151 (51.4%)83,594 (18,659.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x59 (20.1%)229 (51.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x28 (9.5%)142 (31.7%)
4.0x or more56 (19.1%)47 (10.5%)
Total294 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Westby

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Westby
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80090 (30.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49912 (4.1%)16 (3.6%)
$800 to $1,499174 (59.2%)47 (10.5%)
Total294 (100.0%)448 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Westby

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westby

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westby
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years183 (99.5%)1 (0.5%)
6 to 18 Years420 (98.6%)6 (1.4%)
19 to 25 Years131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years257 (94.5%)15 (5.5%)
35 to 44 Years244 (97.6%)6 (2.4%)
45 to 54 Years240 (89.9%)27 (10.1%)
55 to 64 Years262 (92.6%)21 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older234 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,242 (96.7%)76 (3.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Westby

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Westby
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born183 (99.5%)1 (0.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen420 (98.6%)6 (1.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Westby

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Westby
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999379 (97.2%)11 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999400 (94.1%)25 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999546 (98.6%)8 (1.4%)
$100,000 and over761 (97.6%)19 (2.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westby

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westby
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 667 (36.4%)136 (73.9%)
6 to 18 Years116 (27.2%)357 (83.8%)
19 to 25 Years28 (21.4%)107 (81.7%)
25 to 34 Years56 (20.6%)205 (75.4%)
35 to 44 Years31 (12.4%)229 (91.6%)
45 to 54 Years51 (19.1%)208 (77.9%)
55 to 64 Years43 (15.2%)234 (82.7%)
65 to 74 Years260 (95.9%)183 (67.5%)
75 Years and over234 (100.0%)184 (78.6%)
Total886 (38.2%)1,843 (79.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Westby

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Westby
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years35 (14.5%)16 (8.0%)
35 to 64 Years16 (4.3%)47 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years16 (11.9%)17 (12.4%)
75 Years and over23 (30.3%)62 (39.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Westby

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Westby: <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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (6.0%)6 (4.4%)
75 Years and over14 (18.4%)18 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Westby: <span>Vision 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 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (1.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Westby: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years35 (14.5%)11 (5.5%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.1%)27 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years3 (2.2%)6 (4.4%)
75 Years and over2 (2.6%)14 (8.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Westby: <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 Years12 (3.2%)31 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years9 (6.7%)11 (8.0%)
75 Years and over13 (17.1%)53 (33.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Westby: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (3.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.6%)19 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years5 (3.7%)5 (3.6%)
75 Years and over1 (1.3%)5 (3.2%)

Technology Access in Westby

Computing Device Access in Westby

Computing Device Access in Westby
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop71273.2%
Smartphone74276.3%
Tablet52654.1%
No Computing Device11011.3%
Total973100.0%

Internet Access in Westby

Internet Access in Westby
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet565.8%
Broadband Home62364.0%
Cellular Data Only13614.0%
Satellite Internet373.8%
No Internet13814.2%
Total973100.0%

Westby Summary

Westby, Wisconsin is a small town located in the southwestern corner of the state. It is situated in the rolling hills of the Driftless Area, a region of the Midwest that was not glaciated during the last ice age. The town is located in Vernon County, which is part of the La Crosse-Eau Claire metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Westby was 1,717.

Geography

Westby is located at 43°45'N 91°17'W (43.75, -91.28). It is situated in the rolling hills of the Driftless Area, a region of the Midwest that was not glaciated during the last ice age. The town is located in Vernon County, which is part of the La Crosse-Eau Claire metropolitan area. The town is bordered by the towns of Coon, Genoa, and Viroqua. The Kickapoo River runs through the town, and the Kickapoo Valley Reserve is located nearby.

History

Westby was founded in 1854 by Norwegian immigrants. The town was named after Westby, Norway, the hometown of the first settlers. The first settlers were mostly farmers, and the town quickly grew to become a center of commerce and industry. In the late 19th century, Westby was home to several sawmills, a cheese factory, and a brickyard.
In the early 20th century, Westby became a popular tourist destination. The town was home to several resorts, including the Westby House, which was built in 1910. The Westby House was a popular destination for visitors from all over the Midwest.

Economy

Westby’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several dairy farms, as well as a number of other farms that produce corn, soybeans, and other crops. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Westby was 1,717. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Westby was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $51,250. The per capita income for the town was $20,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Westby, Wisconsin is a small town located in the southwestern corner of the state. It is situated in the rolling hills of the Driftless Area, a region of the Midwest that was not glaciated during the last ice age. The town is home to a diverse population and a strong agricultural economy. Westby has a long history of welcoming immigrants and visitors, and it continues to be a popular destination for tourists from all over the Midwest.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Westby?
Total Population of Westby is 2,318.
What is the Total Male Population of Westby?
Total Male Population of Westby is 1,144.
What is the Total Female Population of Westby?
Total Female Population of Westby is 1,174.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Westby?
There are 97.44 Males per 100 Females in Westby.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Westby?
There are 102.62 Females per 100 Males in Westby.
What is the Median Population Age in Westby?
Median Population Age in Westby is 40.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Westby
Average Family Size in Westby is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Westby
Average Household Size in Westby is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Westby?
Per Capita income in Westby is $33,937.
What is the Median Family Income in Westby?
Median Family Income in Westby is $81,389.
What is the Median Household income in Westby?
Median Household Income in Westby is $66,741.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Westby?
Income or Wage Gap in Westby is 36.1%.
Women in Westby earn 63.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Westby?
Inequality or Gini Index in Westby is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Westby?
There are 1,218 People in the Labor Forcein in Westby.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Westby?
67.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Westby.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Westby?
Unemployment Rate in Westby is 2.5%.