Median Income
$54,489
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$118,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$871
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.9%
20% lower than US avg
How Weston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,508
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1,323/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
B+
Median Income$54,489
Per Capita$38,215
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$10,692M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$118,500
Rent$871
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,730
Health
Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Elevation679 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute24 min
Libraries12
Is Weston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Weston receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Weston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Weston is $54,489, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Weston is $118,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $871 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Weston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Weston has a population of 1,508 with a density of 1,323 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.
Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.4% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
The median household income in Weston is $54,489, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,489 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,215 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,088 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,132 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,473 |
| County GDP | $10,692M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 337 |
| Healthcare | 293 |
| Retail | 345 |
| Manufacturing | 171 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,555 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.53% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
The median home value in Weston is $118,500, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $871 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,730.
Home Values
| Census Median | $118,500 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $156,730 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $871 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,555 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.53% |
In Weston, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Weston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.3% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,563/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 293 |
Crime Rates: Weston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Weston has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.1 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 679 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,323/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3460°N, 83.7946°W |
| County FIPS | 39173 |