Westfield is home to roughly 40,673 residents. Westfield was founded in 1660 and sits in Hampden County. The median age is 39 and the median household income is $82,847. Homes carry a median value of $295,500, and about 68% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (82.3%). Around 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 26 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Westfield — frequently asked
What is the population of Westfield, Massachusetts?
Westfield has a population of about 40,673, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Westfield?
The median home value in Westfield is $295,500, and the median gross rent is $1,064/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Westfield safe? What is the crime rate?
Westfield Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 197 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Westfield face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Hampden County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, ice storm, riverine flooding.
How many schools are in Westfield?
Westfield has 12 public schools (6 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Westfield?
Public registry data lists 5 registered sex offenders in or near Westfield. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.