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Westwood

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  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in Kansas
  • 2 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
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  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
    A-
  12. Commute
    C+
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Westwood is a suburb of Kansas City with a population of 1,747. 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
1,747

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$207,600
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$1,351
National
$949
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    15%
  • Own
    85%
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Westwood Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
B+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    0
    283
  • Murder
    0
    6
  • Rape
    48
    41
  • Robbery
    0
    136
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    216
    500
  • Theft
    2,247
    2,043
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    86
    284
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Residents

Diversity
B
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$92,563
National
$55,322
Children
20%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    30%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    37%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    18%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    11%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    4%
    13%
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
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Westwood Reviews

2 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!
  • 6 months ago
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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