Apartments for rent in Westlake, OH

Westlake is a town in Ohio with slightly more than 32,000 residents. Retirees account for a greater percentage of the population (23%) here than nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. Overall, the city's residents, with an average age of just over 44, are older than most cities in Ohio. Renters tend to be in the minority in the city, and 74% of residents own their homes. With an average rent of $1,175 a month, exceeding the state average by $364 a month, relatively high rent costs may play a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Compared to the national average (7%), Westlake has a large concentration of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees, as 12% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. Additionally, 23% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. Many Westlake residents work in one of three industries: healthcare, retail, and scientific. Combined, these industries account for 21% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many residents work in management, making it the top profession in the city. With an average annual income of about $98K, Westlake workers earn more than their peers elsewhere in Ohio. Westlake's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

Westlake residents have an average commute of about 27 minutes. Many residents (44%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transportation isn't used widely. Not many residents commute to work on foot.