Westport Info
Westport's vibrant downtown area and healthy commercial environment generate the feeling of a New England town with the conveniences of modern life, and this continues to attract people who are leaders in all facets of society.
Residents enjoy Westport's quality of life because of a commitment to conserve our natural resources, preserve the traditions, and support community events. Westport also meets the recreational needs of its citizens by providing a wide range of leisure activities, and the town government offers quality services that are effective and efficient. The town recognizes that our society's strength is based upon an educated populace and so it devotes proper resources to this endeavor. In keeping with its town meeting heritage, all citizens are encouraged to join in the civic dialogue with diverse opinions in order to fully explore and answer questions facing the town.
Town Profile
Median Income $119,010
State Income ranking 96th Percentile
National Income Ranking 99th Percentile
Average age: 41
Married Households: 66.2%
Households with Children: 38.9%
Area: 22.4 Square Miles
Population: 25,749
Education:
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State Ranking: 76th Percentile
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National Ranking: 86th Percentile
Crime:
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State Ranking: 38th Percentile
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National Ranking 22nd Percentile
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2.4% Chance Of Being the Victim Of A Crime
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.07% Chance Of Being The Victim Of A Bodily Crime
Transportation:
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Passenger train service
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Metro-North Railroad
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Norwalk Transit operates the Westport Transit District, and provides service throughout Westport.
Clubs and Attractions of Westport:
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Interfaith Housing Association
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AARP
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Lifetime Learners Institute at Norwalk Community Technical College
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Westport Public Library
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Westport Historical Society
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The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts is a nonprofit, open-air summer festival where a variety of entertainment is presented virtually every night in our beautifully landscaped amphitheater, located on the banks of the Saugatuck River.
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Westport Arts Center (Westport is a community with a rich, proud heritage in the arts - and the Westport Arts Center provides many programs so that the arts can be a regular part of your experience.)
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League of Women Voters
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Westport/Weston YMCA
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Earthplace (to educate the community about nature and the environment)
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Westport Soccer Association
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Y's Men of Westport/Weston
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Longshore Women's Golf Association
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A Better Chance
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Longshore Men's Golf Association
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Downtown Merchants Association
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Institute for Retired Professionals
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Westport Chamber of Commerce
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Longshore Sailing School
