Westwego, LA
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Westwego Overview
8,466
TOTAL POPULATION
4,352
MALE POPULATION
4,114
FEMALE POPULATION
105.79
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.53
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,123
PER CAPITA INCOME
$50,270
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,981
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
8.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
91.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,474
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,823
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Westwego Zip Codes
Westwego Area Codes
Race in Westwego
The most populous races in Westwego are White / Caucasian (5,680 | 67.1%), Black / African American (2,003 | 23.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (362 | 4.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 360 | 4.3% |
| Black / African American | 2,003 | 23.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 362 | 4.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 61 | 0.7% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,680 | 67.1% |
| Two or more Races | 247 | 2.9% |
| Some other Race | 115 | 1.4% |
| Total | 8,466 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Westwego
The most populous ancestries reported in Westwego are French (1,514 | 17.9%), Italian (917 | 10.8%), Irish (477 | 5.6%), English (445 | 5.3%), and German (392 | 4.6%), together accounting for 44.2% of all Westwego residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 216 | 2.5% |
| Arab | 114 | 1.3% |
| Austrian | 31 | 0.4% |
| Brazilian | 1 | 0.0% |
| British | 74 | 0.9% |
| Cajun | 268 | 3.2% |
| Central American | 107 | 1.3% |
| Cherokee | 83 | 1.0% |
| Cuban | 8 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 27 | 0.3% |
| English | 445 | 5.3% |
| European | 25 | 0.3% |
| French | 1,514 | 17.9% |
| French Canadian | 258 | 3.0% |
| German | 392 | 4.6% |
| Guatemalan | 21 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 81 | 1.0% |
| Houma | 23 | 0.3% |
| Indian (Asian) | 37 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 477 | 5.6% |
| Italian | 917 | 10.8% |
| Korean | 37 | 0.4% |
| Lebanese | 114 | 1.3% |
| Mexican | 180 | 2.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 5 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 23 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 14 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 2 | 0.0% |
| Scottish | 118 | 1.4% |
| Sioux | 44 | 0.5% |
| Spaniard | 40 | 0.5% |
| Spanish | 27 | 0.3% |
| Sri Lankan | 286 | 3.4% |
| Welsh | 71 | 0.8% | View All 34 Rows |
Immigrants in Westwego
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Westwego came from Asia (196 | 2.3%), South Eastern Asia (153 | 1.8%), Vietnam (116 | 1.4%), Latin America (79 | 0.9%), and Caribbean (72 | 0.9%), together accounting for 7.3% of all Westwego residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 196 | 2.3% |
| Brazil | 1 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 72 | 0.9% |
| Central America | 6 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 72 | 0.9% |
| Honduras | 6 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 79 | 0.9% |
| Lebanon | 43 | 0.5% |
| Philippines | 37 | 0.4% |
| South America | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 153 | 1.8% |
| Vietnam | 116 | 1.4% |
| Western Asia | 43 | 0.5% | View All 13 Rows |
Sex and Age in Westwego
Sex and Age in Westwego
The most populous age groups in Westwego are 25 to 29 Years (528 | 12.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (432 | 10.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 189 (4.3%) | 133 (3.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 358 (8.2%) | 188 (4.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 164 (3.8%) | 65 (1.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 186 (4.3%) | 147 (3.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 368 (8.5%) | 315 (7.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 528 (12.1%) | 346 (8.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 201 (4.6%) | 110 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 169 (3.9%) | 218 (5.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 148 (3.4%) | 326 (7.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 349 (8.0%) | 295 (7.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 354 (8.1%) | 373 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 347 (8.0%) | 432 (10.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 269 (6.2%) | 259 (6.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 254 (5.8%) | 198 (4.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 110 (2.5%) | 432 (10.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 196 (4.5%) | 137 (3.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 81 (1.9%) | 75 (1.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 81 (1.9%) | 65 (1.6%) |
| Total | 4,352 (100.0%) | 4,114 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Westwego
Median Family Size in Westwego
The median family size in Westwego is 2.59 persons per family, with single female/mother families (750 | 32.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.9 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (335 | 14.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.09 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,255 (53.6%) | 2.53 |
| Single Male/Father | 335 (14.3%) | 2.09 |
| Single Female/Mother | 750 (32.1%) | 2.90 |
| Total Families | 2,340 (100.0%) | 2.59 |
Median Household Size in Westwego
The median household size in Westwego is 2.09 persons per household, with single female/mother households (750 | 18.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.1 persons per household. non-family households (1,702 | 42.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,255 (31.0%) | 2.53 |
| Single Male/Father | 335 (8.3%) | 2.55 |
| Single Female/Mother | 750 (18.6%) | 3.10 |
| Non-family | 1,702 (42.1%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 4,042 (100.0%) | 2.09 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Westwego
Out of a total of 4,042 households in Westwego, 2,340 (57.9%) are family households, while 1,702 (42.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,271, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,216.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,216 (30.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,271 (31.4%) | 450 (11.1%) |
| 3-Person Households | 723 (17.9%) | 36 (0.9%) |
| 4-Person Households | 248 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 89 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 9 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,340 (57.9%) | 1,702 (42.1%) |
Female Fertility in Westwego
Fertility by Age in Westwego
Average fertility rate in Westwego is 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 119.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 68.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 92 (68.7%) | 119.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 42 (31.3%) | 48.0 |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Westwego
55.2% of women with births (134) in Westwego are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 65.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (34.8%) | 60 (65.2%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 74 (55.2%) | 60 (44.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Westwego
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 60 (44.8%) | 132.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 32 (23.9%) | 54.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21 (15.7%) | 147.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 21 (15.7%) | 107.0 |
| Total | 134 (100.0%) | 74.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Westwego
44.8% of women with births in Westwego are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 74 (55.2%) | 60 (44.8%) |
Income in Westwego
Income Overview in Westwego
Per Capita Income in Westwego is $27,123, while median incomes of families and households are $50,270 and $43,981 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 8,466 | $27,123 |
| Median Family Income | 2,340 | $50,270 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,340 | $73,751 |
| Median Household Income | 4,042 | $43,981 |
| Mean Household Income | 4,042 | $58,534 |
| Income Deficit | 2,340 | $7,474 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 8,466 | 8.61% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 8,466 | 91.39¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 8,466 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Westwego
Average Earnings in Westwego are $31,115, $33,010 for men and $30,168 for women, a difference of 8.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,068 (49.9%) | $33,010 |
| Female | 2,076 (50.1%) | $30,168 |
| Total | 4,144 (100.0%) | $31,115 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Westwego
The most common earnings brackets in Westwego are $2,499 or less for men (255 | 12.3%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (266 | 12.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 255 (12.3%) | 75 (3.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 172 (8.3%) | 21 (1.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 36 (1.7%) | 195 (9.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 22 (1.1%) | 58 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 86 (4.2%) | 129 (6.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 57 (2.8%) | 62 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 89 (4.3%) | 137 (6.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 14 (0.7%) | 58 (2.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (5.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 90 (4.3%) | 62 (3.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 136 (6.6%) | 121 (5.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 198 (9.6%) | 266 (12.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 65 (3.1%) | 180 (8.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 100 (4.8%) | 112 (5.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 202 (9.8%) | 44 (2.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 77 (3.7%) | 114 (5.5%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 105 (5.1%) | 120 (5.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 141 (6.8%) | 55 (2.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 126 (6.1%) | 85 (4.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 97 (4.7%) | 72 (3.5%) |
| Total | 2,068 (100.0%) | 2,076 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Westwego
Average earnings in Westwego are $37,276 for men and $31,602 for women, a difference of 15.2%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,403, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $29,708. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,452, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,364.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $46,403 | $29,400 |
| College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
| Bachelor's Degree | $29,708 | $38,994 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $37,276 | $31,602 |
Family Income in Westwego
Family Income Brackets in Westwego
According to the Westwego family income data, there are 438 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 49 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 49 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 108 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 269 | 11.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 351 | 15.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 388 | 16.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 438 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 314 | 13.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 171 | 7.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 136 | 5.8% |
| $200,000+ | 117 | 5.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Westwego
4-person families (184 | 7.9%) account for the highest median family income in Westwego with $104,231 per family, while 4-person families (184 | 7.9%) have the highest median income of $26,058 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,517 (64.8%) | $51,926 |
| 3-Person Families | 541 (23.1%) | $42,813 |
| 4-Person Families | 184 (7.9%) | $104,231 |
| 5-Person Families | 89 (3.8%) | $34,716 |
| 6-Person Families | 9 (0.4%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,340 (100.0%) | $50,270 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Westwego
The median family income in Westwego is $50,270, with families comprising 3+ earners (138) having the highest median family income of $167,992, while families with 1 earner (1,007) have the lowest median family income of $39,361, accounting for 5.9% and 43.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 522 (22.3%) | $52,083 |
| 1 Earner | 1,007 (43.0%) | $39,361 |
| 2 Earners | 673 (28.8%) | $59,449 |
| 3+ Earners | 138 (5.9%) | $167,992 |
| Total | 2,340 (100.0%) | $50,270 |
Household Income in Westwego
Household Income Brackets in Westwego
With 897 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Westwego, accounting for 22.2% of all households. In contrast, only 117 households (2.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 384 | 9.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 178 | 4.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 570 | 14.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 578 | 14.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 590 | 14.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 897 | 22.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 348 | 8.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 243 | 6.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 133 | 3.3% |
| $200,000+ | 117 | 2.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Westwego
The median household income in Westwego is $43,981, with the highest median household income of $56,607 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 172 households (4.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,576, with 1,087 households (26.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 172 (4.3%) | $56,607 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,062 (26.3%) | $45,873 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,721 (42.6%) | $42,723 |
| 65+ Years | 1,087 (26.9%) | $38,576 |
| Total | 4,042 (100.0%) | $43,981 |
Poverty in Westwego
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Westwego
With 25.7% poverty level for males and 22.4% for females among the residents of Westwego, 15 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 23 males (100.0%) and 48 females (84.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 46 (24.3%) | 65 (48.9%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 106 (31.0%) | 48 (25.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (84.2%) |
| 15 Years | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 269 (59.3%) | 113 (27.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 189 (25.9%) | 123 (27.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 24 (7.6%) | 134 (24.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 182 (25.9%) | 140 (21.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 164 (26.6%) | 146 (21.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 99 (27.2%) | 49 (7.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (5.0%) | 57 (20.6%) |
| Total | 1,120 (25.7%) | 923 (22.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Westwego
According to the poverty statistics in Westwego, males aged 5 years and females aged 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 143 (75.7%) | 68 (51.1%) |
| 5 Years | 68 (100.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 236 (69.0%) | 143 (74.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 112 (100.0%) | 9 (15.8%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 77 (100.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 185 (40.7%) | 301 (72.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 540 (74.1%) | 333 (73.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 293 (92.4%) | 410 (75.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 521 (74.1%) | 528 (79.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 452 (73.4%) | 545 (78.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 265 (72.8%) | 581 (92.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 340 (95.0%) | 220 (79.4%) |
| Total | 3,232 (74.3%) | 3,191 (77.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Westwego
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Westwego show that 5.7% or 72 of the total 1,255 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 34.4%, comprising of 22 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 994 (95.2%) | 50 (4.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 147 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 42 (65.6%) | 22 (34.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,183 (94.3%) | 72 (5.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Westwego
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 158 (37.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (22.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 247 (32.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Westwego
The poverty data for Westwego shows that 72 of the married-couple family households (5.7%) and 247 of the single-parent households (22.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (34.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 50 (4.8%) | 158 (29.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (12.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 22 (34.4%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 72 (5.7%) | 247 (22.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Westwego
Employment by Class of Employer in Westwego
Among the 3,592 employed individuals in Westwego, private company employees (2,438 | 67.9%), local government employees (315 | 8.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (266 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,438 | 67.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 100 | 2.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 234 | 6.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 266 | 7.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 315 | 8.8% |
| State Government Employees | 154 | 4.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 25 | 0.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 60 | 1.7% |
| Total | 3,592 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Westwego
According to the labor force statistics for Westwego, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,309), 52.3% or 3,823 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 191 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 72.7% or 226 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.7% or 84 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 185 (67.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 426 (62.4%) | 84 (19.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 572 (65.4%) | 35 (6.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 226 (72.7%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 581 (67.5%) | 19 (3.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 834 (60.8%) | 23 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 407 (52.2%) | 16 (3.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 322 (61.0%) | 13 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 168 (16.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 98 (15.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,823 (52.3%) | 191 (5.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Westwego
According to labor force statistics for Westwego, 62.3% of individuals (2,943) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,724) are in the labor force, with 3.6% or 106 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 90.2% or 614 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.2% or 87 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 544 (48.1%) | 40 (3.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,208 (67.3%) | 129 (7.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 576 (51.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 614 (90.2%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,943 (62.3%) | 170 (3.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Westwego
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westwego are Community & Social Service (344 | 9.5%), Management (215 | 5.9%), Education Instruction & Library (191 | 5.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (136 | 3.7%), and Business & Financial (127 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Westwego, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Management (70.2%), and Legal Services & Support (55.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 151 (70.2%) | 64 (29.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 31 (24.4%) | 96 (75.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (100.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 100 (29.1%) | 244 (70.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 47 (55.3%) | 38 (44.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 38 (19.9%) | 153 (80.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 19 (14.0%) | 117 (86.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 18 (29.5%) | 43 (70.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 301 (34.0%) | 584 (66.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,704 (47.0%) | 1,924 (53.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Westwego are Food Preparation & Serving (370 | 10.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (262 | 7.2%), Personal Care & Service (151 | 4.2%), Security & Protection (79 | 2.2%), and Healthcare Support (63 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Westwego, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (84.4%), and Security & Protection (64.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (83.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 51 (64.6%) | 28 (35.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 60 (16.2%) | 310 (83.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 221 (84.4%) | 41 (15.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 51 (33.8%) | 100 (66.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 383 (41.4%) | 542 (58.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,704 (47.0%) | 1,924 (53.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Westwego are Office & Administration (508 | 14.0%), and Sales & Related (484 | 13.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 268 (55.4%) | 216 (44.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 46 (9.1%) | 462 (90.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 314 (31.7%) | 678 (68.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,704 (47.0%) | 1,924 (53.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Westwego are Construction & Extraction (251 | 6.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (183 | 5.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 251 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 183 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 434 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,704 (47.0%) | 1,924 (53.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Westwego are Transportation (152 | 4.2%), Production (143 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (97 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 86 (60.1%) | 57 (39.9%) |
| Transportation | 107 (70.4%) | 45 (29.6%) |
| Material Moving | 79 (81.4%) | 18 (18.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 272 (69.4%) | 120 (30.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,704 (47.0%) | 1,924 (53.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Westwego
Employment Industries in Westwego
The major employment industries in Westwego include Retail Trade (505 | 13.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (460 | 12.7%), Accommodation & Food Services (459 | 12.7%), Manufacturing (302 | 8.3%), and Public Administration (285 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Westwego
The Westwego industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Educational Services (91.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 220 (89.8%) | 25 (10.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 117 (38.7%) | 185 (61.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 160 (76.9%) | 48 (23.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 263 (52.1%) | 242 (47.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 152 (88.4%) | 20 (11.6%) |
| Utilities | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 21 (15.2%) | 117 (84.8%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 53 (32.7%) | 109 (67.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 158 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 13 (8.1%) | 148 (91.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 57 (12.4%) | 403 (87.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 44 (57.1%) | 33 (42.9%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 123 (26.8%) | 336 (73.2%) |
| Public Administration | 76 (26.7%) | 209 (73.3%) |
| Total | 1,704 (47.0%) | 1,924 (53.0%) |
Education in Westwego
School Enrollment in Westwego
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,505 students in Westwego are college / undergraduate (488 | 32.4%), elementary school (432 | 28.7%), and middle school (180 | 12.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 89 | 5.9% |
| Kindergarten | 95 | 6.3% |
| Elementary School | 432 | 28.7% |
| Middle School | 180 | 12.0% |
| High School | 172 | 11.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 488 | 32.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 49 | 3.3% |
| Total | 1,505 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Westwego
Out of a total of 1,505 students who are enrolled in schools in Westwego, 327 (21.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,178 (78.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 206 (71.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 67 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 84 (75.7%) | 27 (24.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 500 (99.0%) | 5 (1.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 170 (90.4%) | 18 (9.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 125 (84.5%) | 23 (15.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 148 (75.5%) | 48 (24.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 84 (29.0%) | 206 (71.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,178 (78.3%) | 327 (21.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Westwego
Business (312 | 33.2%), education (160 | 17.0%), arts & humanities (134 | 14.2%), social sciences (83 | 8.8%), and liberal arts & history (73 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 941 individuals in Westwego who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 23 | 2.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 68 | 7.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 10 | 1.1% |
| Psychology | 6 | 0.6% |
| Social Sciences | 83 | 8.8% |
| Engineering | 14 | 1.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 7 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 26 | 2.8% |
| Business | 312 | 33.2% |
| Education | 160 | 17.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 1 | 0.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 73 | 7.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 16 | 1.7% |
| Communications | 8 | 0.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 134 | 14.2% |
| Total | 941 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Westwego
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Westwego
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Westwego are males with 2 vehicles (838, accounting for 49.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (713, making up 44.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 35 (2.1%) | 133 (7.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 446 (26.2%) | 701 (37.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 838 (49.2%) | 713 (37.8%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 291 (17.1%) | 317 (16.8%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 93 (5.5%) | 23 (1.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,703 (100.0%) | 1,887 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Westwego
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Westwego are 15 to 19 minutes (933 commuters, 27.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (635 commuters, 18.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (632 commuters, 18.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 89 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 161 | 4.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 544 | 15.8% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 933 | 27.2% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 632 | 18.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 158 | 4.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 635 | 18.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 8 | 0.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 106 | 3.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 77 | 2.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 16 | 0.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 77 | 2.2% |
Commute Time by Sex in Westwego
The most common commute times in Westwego are 30 to 34 minutes (403 commuters, 24.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (666 commuters, 37.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 37 (2.3%) | 52 (2.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 130 (7.9%) | 31 (1.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 280 (17.1%) | 264 (14.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 267 (16.3%) | 666 (37.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 176 (10.7%) | 456 (25.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 117 (7.1%) | 41 (2.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 403 (24.6%) | 232 (12.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 106 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 69 (4.2%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 53 (3.2%) | 24 (1.3%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Westwego
The most frequent times of departure to work in Westwego are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (271, 16.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (391, 21.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 137 (8.4%) | 102 (5.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 116 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 271 (16.5%) | 107 (5.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 38 (2.3%) | 154 (8.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 155 (9.5%) | 203 (11.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 229 (14.0%) | 215 (12.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 181 (11.1%) | 391 (21.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 72 (4.4%) | 106 (5.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 30 (1.8%) | 29 (1.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 146 (8.9%) | 20 (1.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 72 (4.4%) | 104 (5.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 134 (8.2%) | 240 (13.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 57 (3.5%) | 103 (5.7%) |
| Total | 1,638 (100.0%) | 1,798 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Westwego
Occupancy by Ownership in Westwego
Of the total 4,042 dwellings in Westwego, owner-occupied units account for 1,898 (47.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,144 (53.0%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,898 | 47.0% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,144 | 53.0% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 4,042 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Westwego
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,216 | 30.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,721 | 42.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 759 | 18.8% |
| 4+ Person Household | 346 | 8.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 4,042 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Westwego
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 359 (29.5%) | 857 (70.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 959 (55.7%) | 762 (44.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 342 (45.1%) | 417 (54.9%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 238 (68.8%) | 108 (31.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,898 (47.0%) | 2,144 (53.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Westwego
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 314 (30.9%) | 701 (69.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 801 (46.4%) | 926 (53.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 509 (63.2%) | 296 (36.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 274 (55.3%) | 221 (44.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Westwego
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 676 | 16.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 558 | 13.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 912 | 22.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 809 | 20.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 649 | 16.1% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 358 | 8.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 80 | 2.0% |
| Total | 4,042 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Westwego
Median Income by Occupancy in Westwego
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,898 (47.0%) | $64,357 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,144 (53.0%) | $30,859 |
| Average | 4,042 (100.0%) | $43,981 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Westwego
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 272 (12.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 114 (5.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 50 (2.6%) | 128 (6.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 162 (8.5%) | 141 (6.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 89 (4.7%) | 177 (8.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 184 (9.7%) | 393 (18.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 201 (10.6%) | 390 (18.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 485 (25.6%) | 414 (19.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 299 (15.8%) | 49 (2.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 204 (10.7%) | 37 (1.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 224 (11.8%) | 29 (1.3%) |
| Total | 1,898 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Westwego
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 357 (18.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 361 (19.0%) | 137 (6.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 369 (19.4%) | 618 (28.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 103 (5.4%) | 359 (16.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 518 (27.3%) | 711 (33.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 140 (7.4%) | 104 (4.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 50 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,898 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Westwego
Housing Structures in Westwego
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,570 | 63.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 236 | 5.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 404 | 10.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 235 | 5.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 306 | 7.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 291 | 7.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 4,042 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Westwego
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,898 (73.9%) | 672 (26.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 236 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 404 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 235 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 306 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 291 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,898 (47.0%) | 2,144 (53.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Westwego
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 152 (7.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 88 (4.6%) | 639 (29.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 967 (50.9%) | 1,120 (52.2%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 688 (36.2%) | 214 (10.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 155 (8.2%) | 19 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,898 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Westwego
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,212 (63.9%) | 527 (24.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 28 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 658 (34.7%) | 1,614 (75.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| Total | 1,898 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Westwego
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 127 (6.7%) | 509 (23.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 585 (30.8%) | 1,124 (52.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 869 (45.8%) | 437 (20.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 317 (16.7%) | 74 (3.5%) |
| Total | 1,898 (100.0%) | 2,144 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Westwego
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Westwego
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 980 | 918 |
| Median Property Value | $144,800 | $159,700 |
| Median Household Income | $53,056 | $124 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $337 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $552 | $96 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Westwego
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 42 (4.3%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 161 (16.4%) | 74 (8.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 764 (78.0%) | 721 (78.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 13 (1.3%) | 70 (7.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (4.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 980 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Westwego
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 187 (19.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 104 (10.6%) | 114 (12.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 149 (15.2%) | 80 (8.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 206 (21.0%) | 52 (5.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 154 (15.7%) | 279 (30.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 80 (8.2%) | 145 (15.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 100 (10.2%) | 124 (13.5%) |
| Total | 980 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Westwego
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 377 (38.5%) | 72,885 (7,939.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 119 (12.1%) | 328 (35.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 212 (21.6%) | 275 (30.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 272 (27.8%) | 52 (5.7%) |
| Total | 980 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Westwego
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 515 (52.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 364 (37.1%) | 511 (55.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 43 (4.4%) | 228 (24.8%) |
| Total | 980 (100.0%) | 918 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Westwego
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westwego
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 307 (77.7%) | 88 (22.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 864 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,098 (93.9%) | 71 (6.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 725 (83.3%) | 145 (16.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 637 (74.0%) | 224 (26.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,272 (92.8%) | 99 (7.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,157 (88.5%) | 150 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 994 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 635 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,689 (90.8%) | 777 (9.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Westwego
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 307 (77.7%) | 88 (22.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 864 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,098 (93.9%) | 71 (6.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Westwego
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,490 (80.1%) | 371 (19.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,201 (95.5%) | 104 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,895 (89.9%) | 213 (10.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 866 (94.8%) | 48 (5.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,232 (96.8%) | 41 (3.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Westwego
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 243 (61.5%) | 108 (27.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 740 (85.7%) | 279 (32.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 708 (60.6%) | 419 (35.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 327 (37.6%) | 398 (45.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 439 (51.0%) | 292 (33.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 606 (44.2%) | 666 (48.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 420 (32.1%) | 816 (62.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 933 (93.9%) | 460 (46.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 635 (100.0%) | 308 (48.5%) |
| Total | 5,051 (59.7%) | 3,746 (44.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Westwego
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 74 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 204 (17.2%) | 161 (18.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 542 (33.1%) | 526 (27.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 114 (31.3%) | 138 (21.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 227 (63.4%) | 117 (42.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Westwego
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (6.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 169 (10.3%) | 90 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 44 (12.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 102 (28.5%) | 62 (22.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 82 (6.9%) | 18 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 64 (3.9%) | 199 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (4.7%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (9.8%) | 24 (8.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 74 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 131 (11.1%) | 31 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 233 (14.2%) | 198 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (2.5%) | 40 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 147 (9.0%) | 344 (18.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 71 (19.5%) | 137 (21.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 122 (34.1%) | 62 (22.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 19 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 57 (3.5%) | 57 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (2.5%) | 48 (7.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (13.0%) |
Technology Access in Westwego
Computing Device Access in Westwego
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,983 | 49.1% |
| Smartphone | 3,199 | 79.1% |
| Tablet | 1,873 | 46.3% |
| No Computing Device | 526 | 13.0% |
| Total | 4,042 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Westwego
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,158 | 53.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 722 | 17.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 169 | 4.2% |
| No Internet | 1,093 | 27.0% |
| Total | 4,042 | 100.0% |
Westwego Summary
Westwego is a city located in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is part of the New Orleans–Metairie–Kenner Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 8,534 at the 2010 census.
History
Westwego was founded in the late 19th century by German immigrants who were attracted to the area by the abundance of seafood and the opportunity to work in the nearby port of New Orleans. The city was named after the Westwego Canal, which was built in the late 1800s to connect the city to the Mississippi River. The canal was later filled in and replaced by the Westwego-Harahan Bridge.
The city was incorporated in 1901 and has since grown to become a thriving community. Westwego is home to the Westwego Farmers and Fisheries Market, which is the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the United States. The market has been in operation since 1871 and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.
Geography
Westwego is located at 29°54′25″N 90°13′2″W (29.906890, -90.217222). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.9 km2), of which 4.1 square miles (10.6 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2) (2.37%) is water.
Economy
Westwego is a small city with a diverse economy. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and professional services. The city is also home to the Westwego Farmers and Fisheries Market, which is the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the United States.
The city is also home to a number of industrial businesses, including a chemical plant, a paper mill, and a steel mill. The city is also home to a number of oil and gas companies, as well as a number of shipbuilding and repair companies.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 8,534 people, 3,093 households, and 2,092 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,072.2 people per square mile (800.2/km2). There were 3,309 housing units at an average density of 803.3 per square mile (310.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 33.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
There were 3,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.2% were married couples living together, 20.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.37.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 10.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,917, and the median income for a family was $35,917. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $21,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,917. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Westwego?
Total Population of Westwego is 8,466.
What is the Total Male Population of Westwego?
Total Male Population of Westwego is 4,352.
What is the Total Female Population of Westwego?
Total Female Population of Westwego is 4,114.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Westwego?
There are 105.79 Males per 100 Females in Westwego.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Westwego?
There are 94.53 Females per 100 Males in Westwego.
What is the Median Population Age in Westwego?
Median Population Age in Westwego is 47.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Westwego
Average Family Size in Westwego is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Westwego
Average Household Size in Westwego is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Westwego?
Per Capita income in Westwego is $27,123.
What is the Median Family Income in Westwego?
Median Family Income in Westwego is $50,270.
What is the Median Household income in Westwego?
Median Household Income in Westwego is $43,981.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Westwego?
Income or Wage Gap in Westwego is 8.6%.
Women in Westwego earn 91.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Westwego?
Family Income Deficit in Westwego is $7,474.
Families that are below poverty line in Westwego earn $7,474 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Westwego?
Inequality or Gini Index in Westwego is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Westwego?
There are 3,823 People in the Labor Forcein in Westwego.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Westwego?
52.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Westwego.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Westwego?
Unemployment Rate in Westwego is 5.0%.