Westwood, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Westwood is a community in Boyd County, Kentucky, home to about 4,473 people spread across 3.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,761 a year, and a typical home is worth about $92,200. About 31.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Westwood ranks number 95 of 552 in population, number 150 in median household income, number 420 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Westwood typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 25°F. The area sees roughly 6 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Bellefonte, KY | 1.5 mi. | 1,419 |
| 2. | Ashland, KY | 2.4 mi. | 21,295 |
| 3. | Russell, KY | 2.5 mi. | 3,676 |
| 4. | Coal Grove, OH | 2.6 mi. | 2,022 |
| 5. | Flatwoods, KY | 3.7 mi. | 7,269 |
| 6. | Ironton, OH | 3.7 mi. | 10,768 |
| 7. | Raceland, KY | 5.1 mi. | 2,265 |
| 8. | Worthington, KY | 5.8 mi. | 1,759 |
What is the population of Westwood, Kentucky?
Westwood has a population of about 4,473 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Westwood, Kentucky in?
Westwood is located in Boyd County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Westwood, Kentucky?
The median home value in Westwood is about $92,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Westwood, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Westwood is about $26,761 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Westwood, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 4 tornadoes have been recorded in Boyd County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Westwood, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 25 degrees, with around 6 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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