Westchester, FL Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Westchester | Florida Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 52,166 | 22,318,419 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 6435.8 | 312.4 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.80% | 1.35% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 48.9 | 40.2 | 37.1 |
| Households | 17,552 | 8,536,315 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Westchester declined by 1.4% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 53,082 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Westchester has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Westchester | Florida Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $75,954 | $71,865 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 7.79% | 5.65% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% | 4.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Westchester is about 6% higher than in Florida.
Housing
| Metric | Westchester | Florida Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $456,962 | $293,727 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,734 | $1,564 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 68.1% | 67.3% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Westchester is about 22.0 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,734 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM .
| Metric | Westchester | Florida Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 28.3 | 23.9 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 8.6% | 13.9% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Westchester is 28 minutes, longer than the 24 minutes in Florida.
Education & Households
Westchester has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | Westchester | Florida Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.1% | 30.1% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.79 | 2.51 | 2.54 |
Health
Westchester has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Westchester | Florida Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 82.2 | 77.2 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 19.3% | 19.5% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 11.3% | 21.3% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westchester, Florida.
What is the population of Westchester, Florida?
The population of Westchester, Florida is 52,166, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Westchester, Florida?
The population density of Westchester, Florida is 6435.8 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Westchester, Florida?
The median household income in Westchester, Florida is $75,954, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Westchester, Florida?
The median home price in Westchester, Florida is $456,962, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Westchester, Florida?
The unemployment rate in Westchester, Florida is 3.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.