Westwood, Missouri facts for kids
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Westwood, Missouri
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Location of Westwood, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | St. Louis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.63 sq mi (1.63 km2) |
| • Land | 0.63 sq mi (1.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
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| • Total | 316 |
| • Density | 502.38/sq mi (194.06/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 29-79054 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2400158 |
Westwood is a small village located in the western part of St. Louis County, Missouri, in the United States. In 2020, about 316 people lived there.
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About Westwood, Missouri
Westwood is a quiet village in the state of Missouri. It is known for being a small community. The village is part of the larger St. Louis County area.
Where is Westwood Located?
Westwood is in the western part of St. Louis County. It is entirely land, with no lakes or rivers inside its borders. The village covers an area of about 0.61 square miles (1.6 square kilometers).
Westwood's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Westwood has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 291 | — | |
| 1970 | 311 | 6.9% | |
| 1980 | 335 | 7.7% | |
| 1990 | 309 | −7.8% | |
| 2000 | 284 | −8.1% | |
| 2010 | 278 | −2.1% | |
| 2020 | 316 | 13.7% | |
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Who Lives in Westwood? (2020 Census)
In 2020, 316 people lived in Westwood. There were 116 households in the village. Most residents, about 80.7%, were White. About 3.2% were African American, and 10.8% were Asian. A small number of people were from other backgrounds. About 5.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
A Look Back: 2010 Census
In 2010, Westwood had 278 residents. There were 120 households and 88 families. The village had about 456 people per square mile. Most people were White (92.1%). About 2.2% were African American, and 3.6% were Asian.
About 23.3% of households had children under 18. Many households (67.5%) were married couples. The average household had 2.32 people. The average family had 2.66 people.
The average age in Westwood in 2010 was 53.9 years. About 16.5% of residents were under 18. About 26.6% were 65 or older. The village had slightly more females (52.5%) than males (47.5%).
See also
In Spanish: Westwood (Misuri) para niños
