What are the schools like in Westfield, PA?

Westfield is served primarily by Northern Tioga SD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Westfield?

The median household income in Westfield, PA is $44,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Westfield, PA?

Westfield has an average high temperature of 30.1°F in January and 78.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 48.7 inches.

Westfield, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Westfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Westfield's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Westfield is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $86,500 and the median rent is $550 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Westfield, PA?

Crime rate data for Westfield is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Westfield, PA a Good Place to Live?

Westfield is a small town of 1,258 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $44,500 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Westfield stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Westfield is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Westfield city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.7

Westfield's overall cost of living index is 87.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Westfield costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Westfield, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$86,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$550	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Westfield is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Westfield is served primarily by Northern Tioga SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Westfield, PA	National Avg
School District	Northern Tioga SD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Westfield sees average highs of 30.1°F in January and 78.9°F in July, with 37.6 inches of annual precipitation and 48.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Westfield, PA
Average High — January	30.1°F
Average High — July	78.9°F
Annual Precipitation	37.6"
Annual Snowfall	48.7"

Demographics

Metric	Westfield, PA	National Avg
Population	1,258	—
Median Age	35.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.9%	22.2%
65 and over	14.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Knoxville, PA 6 mi Ulysses, PA 11 mi Elkland, PA 13 mi Galeton, PA 14 mi Wellsboro, PA 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Westfield

Westfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

16950

Westfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Westfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Westfield's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Westfield roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $86,500 and median rent is $550/month.

What is the crime rate in Westfield, PA?

Crime data for Westfield is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Westfield?

Public schools in Westfield are operated by Northern Tioga SD. The district has 3 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 13.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Westfield, PA a good place to live?

Westfield, PA has a population of 1,258, a median household income of $44,500, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Westfield?

Westfield averages 30.1°F in January and 78.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.6 inches with about 48.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Westfield?

Westfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 16950.

What is the population of Westfield?

The population of Westfield, Pennsylvania is 1,258 with a median age of 35.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Westfield?

Key numbers for living in Westfield: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $86,500, median household income $44,500, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Westfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.