Median Income
$88,333
18% higher than US avg
Home Value
$114,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.1%
51% lower than US avg
How Waldron Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population729
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density579/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A+
Median Income$88,333
Per Capita$27,724
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$2,846M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$114,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,041
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation834 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+97.5%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute21 min
Libraries3
Is Waldron a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waldron receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Waldron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Waldron is $88,333, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waldron is $114,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Waldron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Waldron has a population of 729 with a density of 579 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).
Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Waldron is $88,333, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $88,333 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,724 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,775 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.1% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,013 |
| County GDP | $2,846M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 84 |
| Healthcare | 96 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 70 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,666 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |
The median home value in Waldron is $114,700, 59% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,041.
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,700 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $236,041 |
| Median List Price | $170,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $170,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $102 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,666 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.32% |
In Waldron, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waldron vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,559/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 96 |
Crime Rates: Waldron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Waldron has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.1°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.3 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 834 ft (254 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 579/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4536°N, 85.6629°W |
| County FIPS | 18145 |