Welda, KS

Kansas

Welda is a small town in Kansas with a population of 221. Residents earn $75,096 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
221 Population 238/sq mi density
$75,096 Median Income $24,271 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,096 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,096
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

How Welda Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population221
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density238/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,096
Per Capita$24,271
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$501M
Commute65 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation1,089 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute65 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries3

Is Welda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Welda receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Welda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Welda is $75,096, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Welda is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Welda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Welda has a population of 221 with a density of 238 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

221
Total Population
238
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38%
Female 62%

Race & Ethnicity

Welda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Welda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Welda is $75,096, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes.

Income: Welda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,096
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,271
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$59,566

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$501M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare15
Retail35
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,111
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time65.2 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Welda is $110,000, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,111
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Welda, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Welda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death8,287/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities15

Crime Rates: Welda vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Welda has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density238/sq mi
Coordinates38.1722°N, 95.2916°W
County FIPS20003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.8-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.3%

Winner: Republican by 59.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.80
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density238/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute65.2 min
Drive Alone69.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.1%

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