Median Income
$33,125
56% lower than US avg
Home Value
$59,700
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,256
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
48.8%
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.0%
35% lower than US avg
How Waldo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population282
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans6.5%
Economy
C+
Median Income$33,125
Per Capita$21,701
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$4,496M
Commute56 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$59,700
Rent$1,256
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.8%
Health
Obesity48.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation780 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+81.5%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute56 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries5
Is Waldo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waldo receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Waldo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Waldo is $33,125, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waldo is $59,700, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,256 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Waldo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Waldo has a population of 282 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.8%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 32.3% Black.
Population
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Waldo is $33,125, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,125 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,701 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,121 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,961 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,578 |
| County GDP | $4,496M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 125 |
| Healthcare | 138 |
| Retail | 254 |
| Manufacturing | 91 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,668 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 55.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Waldo is $59,700, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,256 (8% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $59,700 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,256 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,668 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.79% |
In Waldo, 48.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waldo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 48.8% |
| 52% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.1% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,316/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 138 |
Crime Rates: Waldo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Waldo has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.6 inches |
| 49% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 780 ft (238 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3871°N, 86.0411°W |
| County FIPS | 01121 |