Florida
Welaka is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,059. Residents earn $51,528 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Welaka receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Welaka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Welaka is $51,528, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Welaka is $271,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $949 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Welaka is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,320 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.
11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Welaka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,528 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,107 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,965 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,593 |
| County GDP | $3,499M |
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Healthcare | 154 |
| Retail | 209 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,798 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
| Commute Time | 36.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
| Census Median | $271,200 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $262,076 |
| Census Median Rent | $949 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,798 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 10.9% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,843/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 154 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,319.7/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,319.7/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above US avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 24 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 716/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.4852°N, 81.6610°W |
| County FIPS | 12107 |
Winner: Republican by 47.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 716/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 154 |
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Retail Stores | 209 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Avg Commute | 36.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |