North Carolina
Weldon is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,522. Residents earn $38,725 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Weldon receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Weldon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Weldon is $38,725, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Weldon is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,746 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,678 per 100,000, 88% above the national average.
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Weldon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,725 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,770 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $951 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,956 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.0% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 366 |
| County GDP | $739M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 48 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.45% |
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $96,000 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $49,460 |
| Census Median Rent | $791 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,311 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.45% |
| Obesity | 48.1% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.2% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 11.1% |
| Stroke | 6.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.4% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,714/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 22.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
| Total Violent | 1,745.6/100K |
| 359% above US avg | |
| Murder | 311.7/100K |
| 4848% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 187.0/100K |
| Assault | 1,246.9/100K |
| Total Property | 3,678.3/100K |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,122.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,369.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 187.0/100K |
| Arson | 62.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.5 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 97 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 521/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4240°N, 77.6130°W |
| County FIPS | 37131 |
Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.2% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 521/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 48 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |