Cost of Living in Westfield, IA

With a cost of living index of 75, Westfield, IA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 25% cheaper than the national average and 3% above the Iowa state average of 71. Westfield is a small community of 133 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Westfield's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,146 (13% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $97,500 (68% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Westfield is $60,000, which is 20% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Westfield. The area sees an average annual temperature of 48.4°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 23°F. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches spread over roughly 102 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.