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Westwood

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  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in Kansas
  • 3 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Crime & Safety
      B
    3. Housing
      A
    4. Nightlife
      B
    5. Good for Families
      A+
    6. Diversity
      B
    7. Jobs
      A
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      B
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B
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    Westwood is a suburb of Kansas City with a population of 1,720. Westwood is in Johnson County and is one of the best places to live in Kansas. Living in Westwood offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Westwood there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Westwood and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Westwood are highly rated.
    About Westwood...
    Population
    1,720

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $213,900
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,429
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      14%
    • Own
      86%
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    Westwood Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      0
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      0
      40.7
    • Robbery
      43.8
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      175.1
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,575.5
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      218.8
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      8%
    • 18-24 years
      6%
    • 25-34 years
      17%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      16%
    • 65+ years
      14%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      28%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      38%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      20%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      10%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      4%
      13%

    Working in Westwood

    Jobs
    A
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $84,130
    National
    $55,322
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    Westwood Reviews

    3 reviews
    I love almost everything about living here in Westwood! I love how small our city is and how centrally located we are. We are only minutes from the Plaza and Downtown, Union Station, Crown Center, and more. Locally, there are many of the BEST local restaurants all within walking distance: Lulu's Thai Noodles, Kansas City Joes BBQ, Taco Republic, 1989 Pizza, Blue Sake Sushi, Houlihan's, First Watch, Russell Stover's, Roasterie Coffee, and Gus's Chicken. We have some really great community events such as the July 4th weekend fireworks display at Bishop Miege, Octoberfest and Movie in the Park hosted by our local police officers. Neighbors are communicative, welcoming, and VERY involved locally. A lot of kids and families always outside and about. I have lived here now since 2014 and just love it!
    • June 21 2018
    • Overall Experience
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    Westwood, Ks is close to midtown, Westport and various other communities in the area. I work at the University of Kansas health systems which is one of the largest employers in the area and live near it. I can walk to work in 20 minutes. cute area. Very health conscious area, people always walking, running or riding bikes in area.
    • 6 months ago
    • Overall Experience
    such a cute town with awesome people and law enforcement. slowly turning into the place for families and young adults to live in. Such a fun neighborhood.
    • Apr 27 2017
    • Overall Experience