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Welland, ON

Ontario

Welland is a mid-size city in Ontario with a population of 55,750. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
55,750 Population 1,779/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $41,840 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,020 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 15.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,020/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,020
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population55,750
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,779/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$41,840
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty12.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,020
Ownership69.0%
Housing Units23,655
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+33.6%
Graduate+2.7%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Welland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Welland receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Welland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Welland is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Welland is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,020 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Welland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow.

Welland has a population of 55,750 with a density of 1,779 people per square mile, spread across 31.3 square miles. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2.6% Black, 3.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 80.2% of residents, while 7.2% speak Spanish.

Population

55,750
Total Population
2021 Census
1,779
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
31.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Welland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 80.2%
2% above US avg
Spanish 7.2%
46% below US avg
Other Languages 12.6%

Social Characteristics

Welland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Welland is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,840. The average weekly wage is $805, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,728 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 20.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Welland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,840
Avg Weekly Wage$805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,728

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Welland is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,020 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 69.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 23,655 total housing units in the city. 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,020
12% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.0%
Owner-Occupied69.0%
Renter-Occupied31.0%
Housing Units23,655

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Welland receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Welland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Welland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 271 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 41.5 inches. The area receives 43.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area31.3 sq mi (81.2 km²)
Population Density1,779/sq mi
Coordinates42.9834°N, 79.2496°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.5"
9% above US avg
Snowfall 43.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Feb 6, 2023.

Feb 6, 2023 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York M3.8 40 km
Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 83 km
Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 142 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 92 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 113 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 87 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 34 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 118 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 29 km
Jun 5, 2009 4 km SSE of Attica, New York M2.9 83 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 37 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 55 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 68 km
Mar 15, 2022 5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York M2.6 95 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 87 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 47 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 73 km
Dec 17, 1990 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania M2.5 135 km
Jan 25, 1999 New York M2.5 118 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MOHAWK POOL (507 ac, 1994).

Year Name Acres Distance
1994 MOHAWK POOL 507 70 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 2.4 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in

Welland has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 25°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.0").

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10.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 85.3% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+33.6%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,779/sq mi
Total Area31.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home20.6%

Schools in Welland

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École secondaire Franco-Niagara - - - -
École secondaire Saint-Jean-de-Brébeuf - - - -
Ross Public School - - - -
St. Kevin Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Princess Elizabeth Public School - - - -
École élémentaire catholique Saint-François-d'Assise - - - -
Diamond Trail Public School - - - -
Glendale Public School - - - -
St. Andrew Catholic Elementary School - - - -
St. Augustine Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Eastdale Secondary School - - - -
Fitch Street Public School - - - -
St. Mary Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Gordon Public School - - - -
Notre Dame College School - - - -
Plymouth Public School - - - -
Fitch Street Public School - - - -
Father Fogerty Adult Learning Centre - - - -
Welland Centennial Secondary School - - - -
École élémentaire catholique du Sacré-Coeur - - - -
Holy Name Catholic Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Welland

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SMOOTH JAZZ DELUXE acid jazz, canada MP3 320 kbps
CJCL Sportsnet 590 The Fan (Alt Stream) sports, talk AAC+ 47 kbps
100.3 The Edge (US) - UNKNOWN
104.1 The Edge (US) alternative AAC
CFLZ-FM 101.1 "More FM 101" Fort Erie, ON music 70s 80s 90s AAC+ 48 kbps
CKLK-FM "88.5 The Lake" Grimsby, ON classic hits, oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
The Edge 92.9 (US) - MP3 64 kbps
102.1 The Edge - AAC+ 57 kbps
102.1 The Edge - AAC+ 57 kbps
90.5 The Edge (US) rock MP3 120 kbps
CJED-FM "105.1 The River" Niagara Falls, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Welland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CASTELLANI ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM7162868200$117,364,889
NIAGARA AQUARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION7162853575$1,865,585
HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF LEWISTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION7167544214$118,816
LEWISTON HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7167544214$118,816
LEWISTON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7167544214$118,816
NIAGARA SCIENCE MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7162822975$100
LOCAL HISTORY DEPARTMENT NIAGARA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM7162864894
NATIVE AMERICAN CENTER FOR THE LIVING ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM25 RAINBOW MALL7162842427
NIAGARA EXPERIENCE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
NIAGARA FALLS VETERANS MEMORIAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WAX MUSEUM COMPLEXGENERAL MUSEUM7162851271
Battle Ground Hotel Museum
Canada's Farm Toy Museum & Store
Fort Erie Historical Museum
Jordan Historical Museum
Lincoln & Welland Regiment Museum
Lincoln Museum and Cultural Center
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks
Mackenzie Printery & Newspaper Museum
McFarland House
Morningstar Mill
Movieland Wax Museum of Stars
Niagara Falls History Museum
Niagara Falls Jade Museum
Niagara Military Museum
Niagara Parks Power Station
Old Fire Hall
Port Colborne Historical and Marine Museum
Ripley's Odditorium
Rock Legends Wax Museum
Schoolhouse
Sir Adam Beck Power Stations
St. Catharines Museum & Welland Canals Centre
The Evel Knievel Daredevil Museum
Welland Historical Museum

Libraries in Welland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NIAGARA FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY1425 MAIN STREET0.0183,040
LEWISTON PUBLIC LIBRARY305 SOUTH EIGHTH STREET0.088,038
Fort Erie Public Library - Crystal Ridge Branch0.0
Fort Erie Public Library - Stevensville Branch0.0
James A. Gibson Library0.0
Lincoln Pelham Public Library - Rittenhouse Branch0.0
Lincoln Public Library - Fleming Branch0.0
Niagara Falls Public Library0.0
Niagara Falls Public Library - Community Centre Branch0.0
Niagara Falls Public Library - Stamford Centre Branch0.0
Pelham Public Library - Fonthill Branch0.0
Pelham Public Library - Maple Acres Branch0.0
Port Colborne Public Library0.0
St. Catharines Public Library - Central Library0.0
St. Catharines Public Library - Dr. Huq Family Branch0.0
St. Catharines Public Library - Merritt Branch0.0
St. Catherines Public Library - Port Dalhousie Branch0.0
Thorold Public Library0.0
Wainfleet Public Library0.0
Welland Public Library0.0
Welland Public Library - Diamond Trail Branch0.0
Welland Public Library - Seaway Mall Branch0.0
West Lincoln Public Library - Wellandport Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Welland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bodner's Market
Market Square
Niagara Falls City MarketPine Avenue at 18th Street01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Mon: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM;
Park Place Market630 Main Street01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Tue: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
St. Catharines Farmers' Market
Walker's Country Market
Welland Farmers Market

Hotels in Welland

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Rose City Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Travelodge

Cafes in Welland

15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Sheep Lounge
Cafe Mochaccino
Canal View
East Side Diner
Express Donuts
Kung Fu Tea
Neighbours Coffee
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Welland Cafe

Cinemas in Welland

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cineplex Odeon Seaway Mall Cinemas

Theatres in Welland

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Merritt Park Amphitheatre
Welland Port Colborne Concert Association

Clinics in Welland

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Niagara Foot Care Clinic & Orthotic Centre
Zero Gravity Physiotherapy

Dentists in Welland

7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #663544570
Cianfarani Dentistry Professional Corp
Lincoln Dental Care
Molon Orthodontics
Rose City Dental Centre
The Pines Dental Office
Welland Smiles Dentistry

Veterinaries in Welland

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Prince Charles Animal Hospital
Spay Neuter Clinic
Welland Animal Hospital

Bus Stations in Welland

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #4398381768
Welland Bus Terminal

Gas Stations in Welland

19 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
CA #1246124482
CA #9864851394
Esso
Esso
Fast Stop
Husky
Kouros
Mobil
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Petro-Canada
Pioneer
Pioneer
Pioneer
Pioneer
Shell
Shell
Shell

Banks in Welland

13 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
CIBC
Desjardins
FirstOntario Credit Union
Meridian Credit Union
National Bank
PenFinancial Credit Union
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
Scotiabank
TD

Shopping Malls in Welland

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Seaway Mall

Gyms in Welland

8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #6171974009
CA #7613879352
Crunch Fitness
Generations Sport & Spine Physiotherapy Centre Inc
good4u
Modern Vision Family Fitness Centre
Planet Fitness
Therapeutic Fitness & Wellness Centre Inc.

Golf Courses in Welland

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hunters Pointe Golf Course
Pelham Hills Golf Club

Breweries in Welland

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Joanns Village Gatebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Taverns2265 Niagara St7162829895
Lock Street Brewery
M J Loungebar & grill restaurants, Bars, Cocktail Lounges, cocktail lounges, food and drink, breweries & brew 1013 Niagara St7162829414
Niagara Brewing Company
Niagara College Teaching Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Welland

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The small snow downhill tubing 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Amtrak Stations in Welland

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Niagara Falls, NY825 Depot Avenue WestTRAIN
Niagara Falls, ON4267 Bridge StreetTRAIN
St. Catharines, ON5 Great Western St.TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Welland

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
UDG GOODYEAR5400 FRONTIER AVENUENIAGARA
UDG GOODYEAR5400 FRONTIER AVENUENIAGARA

Airports Near Welland

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Buffalo Niagara International AirportBUFLarge Airport
Toronto Pearson International AirportYYZLarge Airport
Billy Bishop Toronto City AirportYTZMedium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium Airport
Niagara District AirportYCMMedium Airport
Niagara Falls International AirportIAGMedium Airport
Basher Field-Small Airport
Bent-Wing Airport-Small Airport
Berdick Field-Small Airport
Buffalo Airfield-Small Airport
Buffalo Lancaster Regional Airport-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Cambria Airport-Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)-Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Chautauqua County-Dunkirk AirportDKKSmall Airport
Chautauqua Lake Airpark-Small Airport
Clarence Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dart Airport-Small Airport
Evans Airways Airport-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Flying F Airport-Small Airport
Fort Erie Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Gentzke Aeronautical Park Airport-Small Airport
Gowanda Airport-Small Airport
Grand River Executive Airport-Small Airport
Grimsby Regional Airport-Small Airport
Hamburg Inc Airport-Small Airport
Hedge Hop Field-Small Airport
High Acres Airport-Small Airport
Hollands International Field-Small Airport
Merkle Airport-Small Airport
Mesmer Airport-Small Airport
Neverland Airport-Small Airport
Niagara Central Dorothy Rungeling Airport-Small Airport
Niagara South Airport-Small Airport
North Buffalo Suburban Airport-Small Airport
Olcott-Newfane Airport-Small Airport
Palmer Airport-Small Airport
Port Colborne Airport-Small Airport
Potoczak Airport-Small Airport
Royalton Airport-Small Airport
Selkirk / Kindy Airstrip-Small Airport
Selkirk Airport-Small Airport
Shear Airport-Small Airport
Skydive SWOOP-Small Airport
Smith Airport-Small Airport
Smithville Aerodrome-Small Airport
South Dayton Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Welland

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post
Canada Post
The UPS Store

Treatment Centers in Welland

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beacon Center - Outpatient Chemical Dependency ProgramSubstance Abuse716-282-4480
Catholic Charities of Buffalo - Monsignor Carr Inst Niagara FallsBoth716-205-0825
Community Missions Inc - Apartment ProgramMental Health716-282-2654
Community Missions Inc - Niagara Visions PROSBoth716-205-8708
First Step Center - Med Sup Withdrawal InpatientSubstance Abuse716-285-3421 x401
Hansen House 24 Hour - 24 Hour Supervised Community ResidenceMental Health716-282-1983
Horizon Health Services Inc - Pine Avenue Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse716-505-1060
Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center - Behavioral HealthMental Health716-278-4000
Sundram Manor - Residential ReintegrationSubstance Abuse716-284-6228
VA Western New York Healthcare System - Niagara Falls Outpatient ClinicBoth716-834-9200

Churches & Religious Organizations in Welland

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church
Grace Christian Reformed Church
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Our Lady of Hungary Church
Sacred Heart Church
St. Andrew the Apostle Church
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
St. Anthony of Padova Church
St. David's Anglican Church
St. Kevin Church
St. Mary's Church
Sts. Peter and Paul Church
Welland Brethren in Christ Church
Wesley United Church

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UFO Sightings
15
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Welland

What is the population of Welland?

Welland has a population of 55,750 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 1,779 people per square mile, spread across 31.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.8% male.

Is Welland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $71,500, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,020 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Welland safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Welland receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Welland?

Welland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 43.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Welland?

The job market in Welland faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $805. There are 1,728 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 20.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Welland?

The median home value in Welland is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,020. The homeownership rate is 69.0%.

How are the schools in Welland?

10.6% of adults in Welland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.6% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Welland?

The average commute in Welland is 25 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 20.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Welland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Welland is 91.3% White, 2.6% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino, 3.8% Asian. 80.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.2% speak Spanish.

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