Weldon, IL — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $60,083

20% lower than US avg

Home Value $89,300

68% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.5%

72% lower than US avg

Median Rent $936

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.9%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.1%

30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population323

Median Age44.4 yrs

Density1,196/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans11.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$60,083

Per Capita$30,882

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty16.1%

County GDP$1,629M

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$89,300

Rent$936

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$119,356

Housing Units156

Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.9%

Uninsured6.9%

Smoking14.7%

Depression24.0%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain39.6 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation709 ft (216 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.5%

High School+95.0%

Graduate+4.5%

School Score4.99

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%

Commute30 min

Broadband78.8%

Libraries4

Is Weldon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weldon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Weldon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weldon is $60,083, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weldon is $89,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Weldon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Weldon has a population of 323 with a density of 1,196 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.7% female and 56.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 11.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.4% of residents have a disability. 97.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

323

Total Population

1,196

People / sq mi

44.4yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%

Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Weldon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weldon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weldon is $60,083, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,882 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,292. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 346 business establishments, including 35 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 4.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Weldon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$60,083
	20% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,882
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,292
IRS Avg AGI	$75,073

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	16.1%
	30% above US avg
Establishments (County)	346
County GDP	$1,629M

Business (County)

Restaurants	35
Healthcare	26
Retail	56
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,043
	44% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.5 min
Drive Alone	91.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Weldon is $89,300, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,356, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 156 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $5,043 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$89,300
	68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$119,356

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$936
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.5%
Renter-Occupied	9.5%
Housing Units	156
Median Year Built	1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,043
	44% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.65%

In Weldon, 36.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 14.7% are current smokers. 20.9% report binge drinking. 20.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,068. The dentist ratio is 1:2,552. 79.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.9%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	30.5%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.9%
Physical Inactivity	20.7%
Depression	24.0%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.3%
Uninsured	6.9%
	20% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,068
Dentists	1:2,552
Mental Health	1:1,537
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	64.6%
Premature Death	9,246/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	79.6%
Healthcare Facilities	26

Weldon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.1°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.6 inches
	4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	709 ft (216 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	1,196/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1216°N, 88.7497°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	De Witt County County
County FIPS	17039

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	1.8 in	Coldest, Driest
February	29°F (-2°C)	1.8 in
March	40°F (5°C)	3.3 in
April	52°F (11°C)	4.0 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.2 in
June	72°F (22°C)	3.8 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
August	73°F (23°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
September	66°F (19°C)	3.3 in
October	55°F (13°C)	2.8 in
November	42°F (5°C)	3.0 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	2.9 in

Weldon has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 25°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.8").

Weldon is located in De Witt County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 9.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.5% of the vote, a 44.9-point margin. 78.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 26 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 91.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%

D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.5%
	72% below US avg
High School+	95.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.5%
School Test Score	4.99

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,196/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	De Witt County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	78.8%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	26
Restaurants	35
Retail Stores	56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.5 min
Drive Alone	91.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Weldon

What is the population of Weldon?

Weldon has a population of 323 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,196 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.7% female and 56.3% male.

Is Weldon expensive to live in?

Weldon has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $60,083, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $89,300 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Weldon?

Weldon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Weldon?

The job market in Weldon is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,292. There are 346 business establishments in the area, including 35 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 4.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Weldon?

The median home value in Weldon is $89,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,356. For renters, the median monthly rent is $936. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $5,043.

How are the schools in Weldon?

Schools in Weldon score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.5% of adults in Weldon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Weldon?

The obesity rate in Weldon is 36.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.7% of adults are smokers. 20.7% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 6.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 79.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,068.

What is transportation like in Weldon?

The average commute in Weldon is 30 minutes. 91.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Weldon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Weldon is 97.5% White, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 11.3% of the population are military veterans. 14.4% of residents have a disability. 97.3% have health insurance coverage.

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