West University
West University has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $21,854. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $604,389. At a median age of 21.1, residents skew younger than the country as a whole. Households here earn about 77% less than the Austin median. These figures are approximated by combining the 4 census tracts that make up West University; the Census Bureau does not tabulate data for neighborhoods directly.
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How many people live in West University, Austin, Texas?
West University, Austin, Texas has about 15,025 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.
What is the median household income in West University, Austin, Texas?
The typical household in West University, Austin, Texas earns about $21,854 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is West University, Austin, Texas expensive?
In West University, Austin, Texas, the median home is worth about $604,389, and the typical rent is about $1,449 a month.
How educated are people in West University, Austin, Texas?
About 71.8% of adults age 25 and over in West University, Austin, Texas hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in West University, Austin, Texas?
About 59.1% of people in West University, Austin, Texas live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024