Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$172,500
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.4%
8% lower than US avg
How Welling Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population764
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$33,862
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$1,929M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$172,500
Rent$691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,615
Health
Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease7.6%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation716 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+96.9%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute27 min
Libraries2
Is Welling a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Welling receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Welling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Welling is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Welling is $172,500, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Welling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Welling has a population of 764 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.2%), with 42% Hispanic.
Population
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
The median household income in Welling is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,862 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $945 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,962 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 921 |
| County GDP | $1,929M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 132 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |
The median home value in Welling is $172,500, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,615.
Home Values
| Census Median | $172,500 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $193,615 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $691 |
| 41% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.46% |
In Welling, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Welling vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.3% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.5% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.2% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,008/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Welling vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Welling has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 716 ft (218 m) |
| Area | 25.2 sq mi (65.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8811°N, 94.8703°W |
| County FIPS | 40021 |