Our people are what make Westport a great place to live. While we know statistics cannot paint a complete picture of our town and its people, the following information can help you compare our more measurable qualities with those from other communities.
To see Westport data in all categories check out the information provided by the Connecticut Data Collaborative website or at the Connecticut Open Data website.
The State of Connecticut Economic Development Commission provides town profiles (2000) for every city and town in Connecticut. Click to download a 4-page summary [PDF] of Westport data.
Download the "2013 Housing Data Profile" prepared by Partnerhip for Strong Communities
Download the Connecticut Economic Resource Center Westport Town Profile 2016 [PDF]
Download a report on major demographic characteristics from the 2010 census [PDF]
Download "Profile of General Population and Housing Characteristics, 2010" [PDF]
Download "People and Places of South Western Connecticut" a current regional report [PDF, 5.2mb]
Demographics in Brief (2010 Census)
Total Population: 26,391
Racial Makeup
Family and Household Information
If you're wondering what the difference is between a "household" and a "family", the Census Bureau says: "A family consists of two or more people (one of whom is the householder) related by birth, marriage, or adoption residing in the same housing unit. A household consists of all people who occupy a housing unit regardless of relationship. A household may consist of a person living alone or multiple unrelated individuals or families living together"
Housing Tenure
Population and Density
1. 1950-2010 U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Census
2. Per square mile: 22.4 square miles
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