Westley, California Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Westley, California had a total population of 572, the 1188th largest community in California. The poverty rate is 23.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 6.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 51.1% is notably above the national average.
Westley Quick Facts
How Westley Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 721 | 572 | -20.7% |
How Westley Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 70 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Westley Rankings in California
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Other Cities in Stanislaus County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto | 219,215 | $79,891 | 13.3% | $442,700 |
| Turlock | 72,502 | $82,995 | 11.3% | $460,600 |
| Ceres | 49,342 | $79,025 | 15.9% | $424,800 |
| Riverbank | 25,166 | $87,966 | 12.8% | $463,200 |
| Patterson | 24,693 | $93,650 | 9.0% | $450,200 |
| Oakdale | 23,194 | $83,091 | 14.8% | $457,900 |
| Salida | 13,900 | $94,935 | 8.2% | $461,100 |
| Newman | 12,316 | $78,906 | 12.2% | $412,700 |
| Waterford | 9,204 | $74,343 | 13.9% | $402,200 |
| Hughson | 7,648 | $91,557 | 13.9% | $511,200 |
Cities Similar to Westley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matheny | 572 | $67,976 | $151,300 | 12.9% | 18.9% |
| Cohasset | 573 | $79,674 | $500,000 | 72.5% | 2.3% |
| Mendocino | 574 | $80,833 | N/A | 53.6% | 0.0% |
| Cedarville | 575 | $52,105 | $246,400 | 14.1% | 14.9% |
| Rolling Hills | 575 | $156,406 | $632,200 | 54.2% | 7.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 572, Westley's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Westley is a small community located in California, within Stanislaus County. The total population is 572. It ranks as the 1188th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.
Age Demographics
The median age in Westley is 15.9 years. This is 58% lower than the state median of 37.9 years. With 50.9% of the population under 18, Westley has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 23.4%. This is 95% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 51.1%. This is 674% higher than the state rate of 6.6%. 40.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 55.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Westley was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
6.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% lower than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 49.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Westley, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Westley, California?
Westley, California has a population of 572 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Westley, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Westley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Westley, CA?
The poverty rate in Westley is 23.4%. This means approximately 134 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Westley, California?
Westley's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Westley, CA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Westley — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Westley, California?
6.7% of adults (25+) in Westley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.