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Weldon, NC
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Weldon, NC
At a Glance
How Weldon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Weldon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Weldon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Weldon residents earn a median household income of $38,725 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,770. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 366 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Weldon is $96,000 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $49,460. Median rent is $791/month, with 38.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Safety & Crime
Weldon reports 1,746 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 359% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,678/100K. The murder rate is 311.7/100K.
Education
18.2% of adults in Weldon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 85.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Weldon has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.