Weldon, AR

Arkansas

Weldon is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 109. Residents earn $46,071 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
109 Population 454/sq mi density
$46,071 Median Income $24,821 per capita
$53,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,071 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,900 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,071
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,900
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density454/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,071
Per Capita$24,821
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$988M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Elevation225 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+78.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries2

Is Weldon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weldon receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Weldon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weldon is $46,071, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weldon is $53,900, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x 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%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Weldon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Weldon has a population of 109 with a density of 454 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.7%), with 15.6% Hispanic, 14.7% Black.

Population

109
Total Population
454
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.2%
Female 35.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Weldon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weldon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weldon is $46,071, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Weldon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,071
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,821
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$50,045

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)418
County GDP$988M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare48
Retail67
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,638
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Weldon is $53,900, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,900
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,638
53% below US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Weldon, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.0%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death14,435/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access62.0%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Weldon has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation225 ft (69 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density454/sq mi
Coordinates35.4480°N, 91.2316°W
County FIPS05067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, 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 48.7-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 48.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+78.4%
School Test Score4.91
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density454/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants23
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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