Weldon Spring, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $155,081

106% higher than US avg

Home Value $523,300

86% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 53.4%

58% higher than US avg

Median Rent $2,692

131% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.1%

3% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.2%

11% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.3%

97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,291

Median Age53.5 yrs

Density692/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$155,081

Per Capita$79,258

Unemployment3.2%

Poverty0.3%

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$523,300

Rent$2,692

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$614,708

Housing Units2,335

Rent Burden34.4%

Health

Obesity33.1%

Uninsured5.1%

Smoking10.1%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation551 ft (168 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+53.4%

High School+97.9%

Graduate+19.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute23 min

Broadband97.3%

EV Stations1

Is Weldon Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weldon Spring receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Weldon Spring stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weldon Spring is $155,081, which is significantly higher than the national average — 106% above $75,149. This places Weldon Spring among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weldon Spring is $523,300, making it a premium housing market at 86% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,692 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Weldon Spring is a highly educated community — 53.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Weldon Spring enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Weldon Spring has a population of 5,291 with a density of 692 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.5% of residents, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 13.8% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,291

Total Population

692

People / sq mi

53.5yrs

Median Age

38% above US avg

7.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Weldon Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.5%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.5%
	51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weldon Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weldon Spring is $155,081, which is 106% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $79,258 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 30.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Weldon Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$155,081
	106% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$79,258

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.2%
	11% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.3%
	97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.1 min
Drive Alone	64.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	30.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Weldon Spring is $523,300, 86% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $614,708, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 108.3% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $2,692 (131% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 2,335 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1994. 34.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$523,300
	86% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$614,708
Median List Price	$1,170,549

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$1,170,549
$/Sq Ft	$268
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	108.3%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$2,692
	131% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,735
Rent Burden	34.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	85.9%
Housing Units	2,335
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

In Weldon Spring, 33.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.2% of residents, below the national average. 26.4% have high blood pressure. 10.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 21.1% report binge drinking. 18.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 14.9% experience frequent mental distress. 5.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.1%
	3% above US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
Heart Disease	4.2%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	4.2%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.1%
	28% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.1%
Physical Inactivity	18.7%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	14.9%
Physical Distress	9.9%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.1%
Uninsured	5.1%
	41% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.4%
Dental Visits	69.6%

Food & Exercise

Weldon Spring enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 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 45.6 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.2°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.6 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	551 ft (168 m)
Area	7.7 sq mi (19.8 km²)
Population Density	692/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7134°N, 90.6893°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	1.8 in	Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	2.1 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.4 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.5 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.2 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.2 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.0 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
December	34°F (1°C)	2.6 in	Coldest

Weldon Spring has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (1.8").

53.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. 19.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 64.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	53.4%
	58% above US avg
High School+	97.9%
Graduate Degree+	19.1%
School Test Score	5.51

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	692/sq mi
Total Area	7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.3%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.1 min
Drive Alone	64.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	30.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Weldon Spring

What is the population of Weldon Spring?

Weldon Spring has a population of 5,291 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 692 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Weldon Spring expensive to live in?

Weldon Spring is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $155,081, 106% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $523,300 (86% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,692 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Weldon Spring?

Weldon Spring enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Weldon Spring?

Weldon Spring has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 30.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Weldon Spring?

The median home value in Weldon Spring is $523,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $614,708. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,692. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Weldon Spring?

Schools in Weldon Spring score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 53.4% of adults in Weldon Spring hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. 19.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Weldon Spring?

The obesity rate in Weldon Spring is 33.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 18.7% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 5.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Weldon Spring?

The average commute in Weldon Spring is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 64.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 30.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Weldon Spring?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Weldon Spring is 92.4% White, 1.2% Black or African American. 93.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 13.8% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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