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Welaka, FL
Florida · Putnam County
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.
Data updated April 2026
2.5
/5.0
C+
Fair
1,059
Population
716/sq mi density
$51,528
Median Income
$29,107 per capita
$271,200
Home Value
$262,076 Zillow
$949
Median Rent
51.0% income on rent
71°F
Avg Temperature
330 sunny days/yr
140
Violent Crime/100K
983 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,528 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$271,200 home value, $949/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
140 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$51,528
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$271,200
4% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
140/100K
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$949
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.6%
34% higher than US avg
How Welaka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,059
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans13.2%
Economy
BMedian Income$51,528
Per Capita$29,107
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$3,499M
Commute37 min
Housing
B+Home Value$271,200
Rent$949
Ownership79.3%
Zillow$262,076
Housing Units767
Rent Burden51.0%
Crime
FViolent140/100K
Property983/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary140/100K
Health
Obesity34.9%
Uninsured18.3%
Smoking23.1%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease7.9%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Education
DBachelor's+11.9%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute37 min
Broadband63.5%
EV Stations6
Libraries5
Is Welaka a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Welaka receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Welaka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
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.
Cost of Living & Housing
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.
Safety & Crime
Welaka is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 983 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.
Education
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 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
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. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Welaka has a population of 1,059 with a density of 716 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 62.2% female and 37.8% male. The city is predominantly Black (44.7%), with 39.1% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents. 13.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 31.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
1,059
Total Population
716
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Welaka vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Welaka vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Welaka is $51,528, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,107 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $992, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,593 business establishments, including 116 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Welaka vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,528 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,107 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $992 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,965 |
| Gini Index | 0.480 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,593 |
| County GDP | $3,499M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Healthcare | 154 |
| Retail | 209 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,798 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 103.40 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
Walkability
The median home value in Welaka is $271,200, 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,076. Monthly rent averages $949 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 767 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $4,798 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $271,200 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $262,076 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $949 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 79.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.7% |
| Housing Units | 767 |
| Median Year Built | 1984 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,798 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
In Welaka, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.9% of residents, above the national average. 37.7% have high blood pressure. 23.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.6% report binge drinking. 32.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.5% report depression. 22.9% experience frequent mental distress. 18.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,649. The dentist ratio is 1:3,397. 56.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Welaka vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| 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% |
| Cancer | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 23.1% |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.9% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
| Short Sleep | 43.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Uninsured | 18.3% |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,649 |
| Dentists | 1:3,397 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,266 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Dental Visits | 43.8% |
| Premature Death | 15,843/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 154 |
Welaka has a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 140.5, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 983 per 100,000, 50% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 843, burglary at 140, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 32 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Welaka receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Welaka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 140.5/100K |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 140.5/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 983.2/100K |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 140.5/100K |
| Theft | 842.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Traffic Accidents | 13 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Welaka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 24 feet, near sea level.
Temperature
58°F Jan (14°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above US avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 24 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 716/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.4852°N, 81.6610°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Putnam County County |
| Nearest Airport | Northeast Florida Regional (UST) 38 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 79.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 79.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 13.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | No Rating |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in |
Welaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 58°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.1") and November the driest (2.4").
Welaka is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 11.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.6% of the vote, a 47.8-point margin. 63.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 154 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 47.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Traffic Accidents | 13 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.9% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
D
Education Grade (2.0/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 716/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| County | Putnam County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 63.5% |
| Avg Download Speed | 95.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 5.9 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 987 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 154 |
| Restaurants | 116 |
| Retail Stores | 209 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 36.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
Average costs for common services in Welaka. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $259 ($155-$414) |
| Specialist Visit | $362 ($207-$569) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $207 ($103-$362) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,275 ($827-$5,170) |
| Dental Cleaning | $134 ($78-$207) |
| Dental Filling | $259 ($155-$414) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $47 ($26-$78) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $78 ($52-$124) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $310 ($155-$517) |
| Tire Rotation | $41 ($21-$78) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $620 ($414-$1,034) |
| Battery Replacement | $207 ($103-$362) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $103 ($62-$155) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $93 ($52-$145) |
| HVAC Repair | $414 ($155-$827) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,238 ($4,136-$12,408) |
| Roof Repair | $1,034 ($414-$2,068) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,306 ($5,687-$15,510) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,551 ($517-$3,619) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,510 ($5,170-$31,020) |
| DUI Defense | $5,170 ($2,068-$10,340) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,551 ($827-$3,102) |
| Will Preparation | $517 ($207-$1,034) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,585 ($1,034-$5,170) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $26 ($16-$47) |
| Women's Haircut | $57 ($31-$103) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $155 ($78-$259) |
| Manicure | $26 ($16-$47) |
| Pedicure | $41 ($26-$67) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $83 ($52-$134) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.24 ($3.10-$5.69) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.62 ($2.59-$5.17) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.93 ($2.59-$5.69) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.65 ($3.10-$6.72) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.69 ($4.14-$7.76) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.03 ($0.62-$1.86) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $145 ($83-$259) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $72 ($31-$155) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $72 ($41-$124) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $72 ($41-$103) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $67 ($31-$103) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $88 ($52-$155) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $207 ($78-$517) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,068 ($1,241-$3,619) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $72 ($31-$134) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.27-$26) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $103 ($31-$259) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $31 ($16-$78) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,241 ($620-$2,585) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,034 ($517-$2,068) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $414 ($207-$724) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $52 ($26-$103) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,034 ($414-$2,585) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,925 ($5,170-$31,020) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $62 ($31-$103) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $103 ($52-$207) |
| Dog Grooming | $62 ($31-$103) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $41 ($21-$78) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $310 ($155-$517) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $207 ($103-$414) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $680 |
| Toddler | $547 |
| Preschool | $476 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $507 |
| Toddler | $433 |
| Preschool | $390 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Putnam County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 2,681 | 247 | $33,704 | 1.55 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 2,420 | 208 | $56,236 | 0.97 |
| Manufacturing | 1,780 | 50 | $75,135 | 1.25 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,764 | 121 | $23,406 | 1.12 |
| Construction | 1,465 | 290 | $49,234 | 1.61 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 705 | 98 | $58,016 | 0.69 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 606 | 34 | $37,300 | 4.32 |
| Other Services | 457 | 102 | $36,571 | 0.88 |
| Finance & Insurance | 324 | 61 | $56,036 | 0.46 |
| Wholesale Trade | 281 | 36 | $71,071 | 0.41 |
| Utilities | 268 | 10 | $119,991 | 4.07 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 159 | 32 | $41,582 | 0.22 |
| Real Estate | 105 | 50 | $41,575 | 0.39 |
| Educational Services | 105 | 8 | $47,514 | 0.29 |
| Information & Technology | 91 | 22 | $76,537 | 0.28 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 70 | 22 | $21,457 | 0.24 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 65 | 5 | $53,916 | 0.99 |
| Unclassified | 26 | 40 | $33,710 | 1.08 |
Radio Stations near Welaka
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hank's Old Time Radio | old time radio | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Brushwood Media Network | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Beach 105.5 | adult hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| WXJB-FM | news, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WVET | o | MP3 |
Campgrounds Near Welaka
14 campgrounds found near Welaka.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILL DAM GROUP CAMP | 4.8/5 | 1 | $100 |
| Hopkins Prairie Campground | 4.6/5 | 20 | $16 |
| RIVER FOREST GROUP SITE | 4.6/5 | 1 | $200 |
| SALT SPRINGS RECREATION AREA | 4.5/5 | 146 | $38, $70 |
| DOE LAKE GROUP SITE | 4.4/5 | 1 | $350 |
| BUCK LAKE GROUP CAMPGROUND | 4.3/5 | 1 | $70 |
| Alexander Springs Recreation Area | 4.2/5 | 66 | $38, $70 |
| JUNIPER SPRINGS REC AREA | 4.2/5 | 77 | $38, $70 |
| Fore Lake Campground | 4.1/5 | 31 | $10, $36 |
| BIG SCRUB CAMPGROUND | 4.0/5 | 46 | $20, $30 |
| Lake Delancy West Campground | 3.8/5 | 120 | $10 |
| LAKE SHORE GROUP CAMP | 3.8/5 | 1 | $100 |
| Lake Dorr Campground | 3.7/5 | 34 | $20 |
| Lake Eaton Campground | 3.7/5 | 14 | $10, $15 |
National Parks Near Welaka
33 national parks and monuments found near Welaka.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Anastasia State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bicentennial Youth Park Environmental Learning Center | State Park | Free |
| Big Talbot Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blue Spring State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bulow Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Canaveral National Seashore | National Seashore | $25 |
| Castillo de San Marcos National Monument | National Monument | $15 |
| De Leon Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dunns Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park | State Park | Free |
| Faver-Dykes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Florida Museum Of Natural History/Harn Museum Of Art | State Park | Free |
| Fort Cooper State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fort George Island Cultural State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fort Matanzas National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Hontoon Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Griffin State Park | State Park | Free |
| Little Talbot Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park | State Park | Free |
| North Peninsula State Park | State Park | Free |
| O'leno State Park | State Park | Free |
| President's Park | State Park | Free |
| Rainbow Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ravine Gardens State Park | State Park | Free |
| Riverside Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve | Ecological & Historic Preserve | Free |
| Tomoka State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tuscawilla Park | State Park | Free |
| Washington Oaks Gardens State Park | State Park | Free |
| Weeki Wachee Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wekiwa Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Welaka
214+ trails found near Welaka.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRAIRIE RIDING LOOP | 37.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION | 29.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FNST - WESTERN CONNECTOR | 27.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LAKE, ALACHUA, MARION (LAM) TR | 22.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| PAISLEY WOODS MTN BIKE | 20.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| FNST - SEMINOLE SECTION | 14.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LAM HORSE TRAIL | 14.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP | 13.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| FNST - SEMINOLE SECTION | 12.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HOG VALLEY | 12.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP | 11.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| TOBACCO PATCH | 10.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONGLEAF TRAIL | 9.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FLATWOODS RIDING LOOP | 9.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BAPTIST RIDING LOOP | 8.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| DELANCY LOOPS | 8.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION | 7.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LONGLEAF TRAIL | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONGLEAF TRAIL | 6.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ST. FRANCIS TRAIL | 5.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 5.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 5.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 4.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BAPTIST RIDING LOOP | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 3.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0222-0224 | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SALT SPRINGS SPUR TRAIL | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BAPTIST RIDING LOOP | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| 0220N-0221 | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0221-B | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SALT SPRINGS CONNECTOR | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0224-D | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LAKE EATON LOOP TRAIL | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LAKE EATON SINKHOLE TR | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| 0224-0226-A | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0224-A | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THE YEARLING TRAIL | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| 0221-A | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TOBACCO PATCH A | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FNST - BUCK LAKE SPUR | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| 0226-B | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SALT SPRINGS WILDLIFE VIEWING | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BAPTIST RIDING LOOP | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BEAR SWAMP TRAIL | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| 0221-C | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0223-0224C | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BAPTIST RIDING LOOP | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONGLEAF SPUR | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SALT SPRINGS CONNECTOR | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0224-C | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LAKE GEORGE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PENNER POND LOOP | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0224-0226-C | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SALT SPRINGS CONNECTOR | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0223-B | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0221-0224-A | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0221-0222-A | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0220N-0221-A | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0225-0224 | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE LOOPS | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THE YEARLING TRAIL | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0226-A | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0224-F | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TIMUCUAN LOOP | 0.7 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0223-0224-B | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0221-0224-C | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FNST - LAKE GEORGE SECTION | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ALEXANDER SPRINGS SPUR | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| 0223-0224-A | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THE YEARLING TRAIL | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SCRUB JAY SHORTCUT | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0224-0226-B | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| JUNIPER SPRINGS NATURE TRAIL | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0221-0224-B | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONGLEAF TRAIL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LONGLEAF TRAIL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RATTLESNAKE WELL LOOP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LONGLEAF TRAIL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THE YEARLING TRAIL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FNST 88 STORE CONNECTOR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| TIMUCUAN LOOP | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SALT SPRINGS CONNECTOR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0221-0222 | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0221-0225 | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0223-A | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RODMAN SPUR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BIG SCRUB LINK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0226-C | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DAVENPORT LANDING | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DAVENPORT LOOP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SILVER GLEN SPRINGS BOILS TR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0222-0223 | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| KOA EXTENSION | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS ENTRANCE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0225-P | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SALT SPRINGS CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TOBACCO PATCH CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PIPELINE PARKING CONNECTOR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WANDERING WIREGRASS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| 0224-F | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CENTENNIAL TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOTORCYCLE LOOPS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SOUTH LOOP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
Historical Trends - Welaka
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 691 | $26,793 |
| 2015 | 686 | $26,296 |
| 2017 | 702 | $32,813 |
| 2019 | 713 | $44,167 |
| 2021 | 723 | $42,885 |
| 2023 | 749 | $51,528 |
Museums in Welaka
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BASS CAPITOL WOOD CARVERS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3863288998 | $4,065 | |
| PALATKA RAILROAD PRESERVATION SOCIETY & BROWNING RAILROAD MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3863280305 | $2,254 | |
| CONLEE-SNYDER MURAL COMMITTEE | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| FLGENWEB PROJECT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORIC CENTRAL ACADEMY PRESERVATION AND COMMUNITY DEVELOP | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF INTERLACHEN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MARINERS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| MOUNT ROYAL MUSEUM & CULT | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| PUTNAM COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 100 MADISON STREET | 3863853975 | |
| SAINT JOHNS RIVER STATE COLLEGE ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 3863124200 |
Libraries in Welaka
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAL PUBLIC LIBRARY COOPERATIVE | 601 COLLEGE ROAD | 0.0 | 1,867,260 |
Farmers Markets in Welaka
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent City Farmers Market | 1 South Summit Street | January to December | Sat:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Florahome Farmers Market | 1149 SR 100 |
Restaurants in Welaka
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shrimp-R-Us & More
Pharmacies in Welaka
1 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| WELAKA PHARMACY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY | 698 3RD AVENUE | 386-467-9994 |
Cell Towers in Welaka
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 121 ASIA ROAD (82967) | GTOWER | 128 |
| 121 ASIA ROAD (82967) | GTOWER | 128 |
| 3635 BAINBRIDGE ROAD (71407) | GTOWER | 110 |
| 1884 S. HWY 17 (71408) | GTOWER | 99 |
| 1884 S. HWY 17 (71408) | GTOWER | 99 |
| 2295 NORTH US HWY 17 (64949) | GTOWER | 93 |
| 2295 NORTH US HWY 17 (64949) | GTOWER | 93 |
| 2295 NORTH US HWY 17 (64949) | GTOWER | 93 |
| 2295 NORTH US HWY 17 (64949) | GTOWER | 93 |
| 9685 Light Avenue (131222) | LTOWER | 84 |
| 9685 Light Avenue (131222) | LTOWER | 84 |
| 224 Walden Road (71419) | LTOWER | 83 |
| 224 Walden Road (71419) | LTOWER | 83 |
| 935 Walnut Street (45032) | GTOWER | 81 |
| 935 Walnut Street (45032) | GTOWER | 81 |
| 809 NORTH HIGHWAY 17 (71424) | GTOWER | 79 |
| 990 Elm Street (102513) | LTOWER | 70 |
| 990 Elm Street (102513) | LTOWER | 70 |
| 116 SOUTH 1ST STREET (71409) | LTOWER | 59 |
| 116 SOUTH 1ST STREET (71409) | LTOWER | 59 |
Bridges in Welaka
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1954 | 28 | 4,700 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1958 | 120 | 4,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1967 | 2,673 | 4,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1960 | 1,386 | 4,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1960 | 294 | 4,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 31 | 4,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 22 | 4,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1966 | 32 | 3,400 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2007 | 34 | 800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1960 | 34 | 11 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2022 | 74 | 11 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2022 | 74 | 11 | G |
Amtrak Stations in Welaka
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palatka, FL | 220 North 11th Street | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Welaka
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| GEORGIA-PACIFIC CONSUMER OPERATIONS, LLC | 215 COUNTY ROAD 216 | PUTNAM |
Airports Near Welaka
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orlando Sanford International Airport | SFB | Large Airport |
| Cecil Airport | VQQ | Medium Airport |
| Daytona Beach International Airport | DAB | Medium Airport |
| Gainesville Regional Airport | GNV | Medium Airport |
| Leesburg International Airport | LEE | Medium Airport |
| Northeast Florida Regional Airport | UST | Medium Airport |
| Arliss M Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Back Achers Airport | - | Small Airport |
| BNCFL Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bradshaw Tree Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Britt Brown & Porter Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Byrd Air Field | - | Small Airport |
| Camp Blanding Army Air Field/NG Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cedar Knoll Flying Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clark Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cross Creek Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crosswind Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deep Woods Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deland Municipal Sidney H Taylor Field | - | Small Airport |
| Downsers Field / Albatross Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Drake Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnellon Marion Co & Park of Commerce Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Eagles Nest Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Earle Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Early Bird Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flagler Executive Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying 4 Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Baron Estates Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Dutchman Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Exotics Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Palomino Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying Tiger Field | - | Small Airport |
| Flying-H Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Freeflight International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Haller Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Hobby Hill STOLport | - | Small Airport |
| Hutson Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Inverness Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jim Finlay Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Johary Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jumbolair-Greystone Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kathrinstadt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Keystone Heights Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kiever Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lafayette Landings Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lee Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leeward Air Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Love Field | - | Small Airport |
| Marjorie Kennan Rawlings Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marshall Swamp Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Welaka
7 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Interlachen Police Department | ||
| Marion County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Palatka Police Department | ||
| Palatka Police Department | ||
| Putnam County Sheriff's Office | 130 Orie Griffin Boulevard | |
| Saint Johns County Sheriff | ||
| Welaka Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Welaka
7 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Ami 89 Llc | Convenience Store | 1140 County Road 309 |
| Cartwright Land & Cattle | Farmers and Markets | 1330 County Road 309 |
| Dollar General 12292 | Other | 1126 County Road 309 |
| Dollar General 12991 | Other | 1149 S US Highway 17 |
| Dollar General 15493 | Other | 1051 Elm St |
| Satsuma Express | Convenience Store | 1171 S US Highway 17 |
| WELAKA FISH & CRAB | Other | 676 3rd Ave |
Post Offices in Welaka
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Georgetown Florida Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Welaka
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian Behavioral Healthcare - Putnam County Clinic | Substance Abuse | 352-374-5600 |
| St Johns Recovery Place | Substance Abuse | 904-990-1200 |
DOL Wage Violations in Welaka
2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $28,780 in back wages owed to 27 employees.
2
Violations
$28,780
Back Wages Owed
27
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kangaroo Express | - | - | 32193 | - | 1 | $17,634 | $3,527 | 5 |
| Five Oaks Rest Home | - | - | 32193 | - | 1 | $11,145 | $507 | 22 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Welaka
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CHURCH OF GOD BY FAITH | PO BOX 1238 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WELAKA INC | PO BOX 885 |
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Historic Markers
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Bigfoot Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Welaka
What is the population of Welaka?
Welaka has a population of 1,059 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 716 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 62.2% female and 37.8% male.
Is Welaka expensive to live in?
Welaka has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $51,528, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $271,200 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $949 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Welaka safe?
Welaka is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 983 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Welaka receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Welaka?
Welaka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.
How is the job market in Welaka?
Welaka has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $992. There are 1,593 business establishments in the area, including 116 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 6.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Welaka?
The median home value in Welaka is $271,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,076. For renters, the median monthly rent is $949. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.3%. The average annual property tax is $4,798.
How are the schools in Welaka?
Schools in Welaka have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.9% of adults in Welaka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Welaka?
The obesity rate in Welaka is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.1% of adults are smokers. 32.9% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 18.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 56.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,649.
What is transportation like in Welaka?
The average commute in Welaka is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Welaka?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Welaka is 39.1% White, 44.7% Black or African American. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 13.2% of the population are military veterans. 31.3% of residents have a disability. 92.0% have health insurance coverage.
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