Weldon, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Northampton County County
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 9.4% (161% 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 $51,397. 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 73 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,784/100K.
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 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°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 32.