Living here
Nearest 4-year college2 mi
Nearest community college7 mi
Nearest technical college6 mi
High school graduates91.7%
College graduates29.7%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
Westport Economic Development
The Town of Westport Economic Development Task Force assists the Board of Selectmen in promoting, nurturing, and overseeing economic development in Westport that would support the overall objectives of the Master Plan. Goals of the Westport Economic Development Task Force include promoting economic development along Route 6 and Route 177 corridors, reviewing electronic infrastructure in Town (including Internet), supporting the Housing Partnership Committee in pursuing affordable housing, and establishing a communications strategy with other Town committees and the public.
state
MassDevelopment
MassDevelopment provides financing, real estate, and community development solutions to grow businesses, create opportunity, and energize cities and towns across Massachusetts. It aims to revitalize communities, expand housing, and create jobs.
state
Massachusetts Alliance for Economic Development
MassEcon is a private, non-profit partnership of business, industry leaders, and government dedicated to the economic growth of Massachusetts. MassEcon's mission is to promote and champion Massachusetts as the best place to start, grow and locate a business.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo