Weldon, IA

Iowa

Weldon is a small town in Iowa with a population of 90. Residents earn $37,708 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
90 Population 474/sq mi density
$37,708 Median Income $22,243 per capita
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$37,708 median income, 5.7% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,708
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density474/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,708
Per Capita$22,243
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$278M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,520

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+82.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries3

Is Weldon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weldon receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Weldon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weldon is $37,708, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Weldon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Weldon has a population of 90 with a density of 474 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

90
Total Population
474
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Weldon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weldon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weldon is $37,708, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Weldon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,708
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,243
Avg Weekly Wage$827
IRS Avg AGI$53,793

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)224
County GDP$278M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare12
Retail27
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,429
27% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,520.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$235,520

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,429
27% above US avg
In Weldon, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death9,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities12
Weldon has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density474/sq mi
Coordinates40.8973°N, 93.7350°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density474/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants12
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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