Median Income
$56,453
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$113,400
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
54.4%
69% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Welcome Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population751
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,453
Per Capita$26,573
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$3,330M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$113,400
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity54.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Elevation7 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+93.5%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute33 min
Libraries2
Is Welcome a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Welcome receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Welcome offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Welcome is $56,453, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Welcome is $113,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Welcome enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Welcome has a population of 751 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (88.9%), with 2% White, 9.1% Hispanic.
Population
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below 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 Welcome is $56,453, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,453 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,573 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,519 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,786 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 462 |
| County GDP | $3,330M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,726 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Welcome is $113,400, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $113,400 |
| 60% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $631 |
| 46% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,726 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
In Welcome, 54.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 43.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Welcome vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 54.4% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 21.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 51.3% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 6.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.3% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 23.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 85.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,082/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
Crime Rates: Welcome vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Welcome has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
53°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 67.2 inches |
| 77% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.0443°N, 90.8835°W |
| County FIPS | 22093 |