Westland

Westland, Michigan Overview

Westland scores 49.2/100 overall (C), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Michigan — above the state composite of 47.7. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 75/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 18/100.

Income & Employment in Westland

The median household income in Westland is $55,821, 19% below the statewide median of $68,505. The local unemployment rate of 3.3% is lower than the state’s 4.9%.

Safety in Westland

With a violent crime rate of 522.4 per 100,000, Westland exceeds the Michigan average of 430. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 1630.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Westland

Westland has a cost of living index of 98 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $176,500. Median monthly rent is $1,113. Renters spend 23.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Westland

The adult obesity rate in Westland is 34.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.3%. Residents report an average of 20 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Michigan ranks #31 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Westland

Westland has a high school graduation rate of 87.2%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.1:1. Local districts invest $19,224 per student, well above the national median. The city has 15 public schools serving 8,275 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Westland

The annual average temperature in Westland is 51.5°F. Summers average 70.2°F. Winters average 34.5°F. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches.

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