Median Income
$78,375
4% higher than US avg
Home Value
$347,700
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,640
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.6%
39% lower than US avg
How Welby Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population16,232
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density4,387/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Economy
A
Median Income$78,375
Per Capita$30,847
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$128,544M
Commute29 min
Housing
A
Home Value$347,700
Rent$1,640
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Elevation5,176 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+76.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 21% / D 77%
Commute29 min
Libraries30
Is Welby a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Welby receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Welby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Welby is $78,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Welby is $347,700, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,640 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Welby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches, including 49.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Welby has a population of 16,232 with a density of 4,387 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.9%), with 7.3% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.
Population
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 62.4% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Spanish | 37.6% |
| 181% above US avg |
The median household income in Welby is $78,375, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $78,375 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,847 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,958 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $114,489 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 43,024 |
| County GDP | $128,544M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,498 |
| Healthcare | 2,680 |
| Retail | 2,348 |
| Manufacturing | 724 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,129 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |
The median home value in Welby is $347,700, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,640 (41% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $347,700 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $325,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $325,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $294 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.7% |
| Price Drops | 43.9% |
| Inventory | 41 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,640 |
| 41% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,129 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.48% |
In Welby, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Welby vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,060/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,680 |
Crime Rates: Welby vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
Safety Score
Welby has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.4 inches |
| 60% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 49.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,176 ft (1,578 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,387/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8402°N, 104.9655°W |
| County FIPS | 08031 |