Welaka, FL

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Welaka Overview

948
TOTAL POPULATION
338
MALE POPULATION
610
FEMALE POPULATION
55.41
MALES / 100 FEMALES
180.47
FEMALES / 100 MALES
61.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,844
PER CAPITA INCOME
$45,536
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,295
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
278
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
34.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Welaka Zip Codes

Welaka Area Codes

Race in Welaka

The most populous races in Welaka are Black / African American (421 | 44.4%), White / Caucasian (363 | 38.3%), and Some other Race (158 | 16.7%).
Race in Welaka
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American42144.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino555.8%
Native / Alaskan10.1%
White / Caucasian36338.3%
Two or more Races50.5%
Some other Race15816.7%
Total948100.0%

Ancestry in Welaka

The most populous ancestries reported in Welaka are English (119 | 12.6%), German (63 | 6.7%), American (57 | 6.0%), Irish (45 | 4.8%), and Mexican (30 | 3.2%), together accounting for 33.1% of all Welaka residents.
Ancestry in Welaka
Ancestry# Population% Population
African20.2%
American576.0%
Arab20.2%
Brazilian30.3%
Canadian10.1%
Central American Indian30.3%
Cuban20.2%
Dominican222.3%
Dutch282.9%
Eastern European60.6%
English11912.6%
European20.2%
French151.6%
German636.7%
Hungarian20.2%
Irish454.8%
Italian80.8%
Lebanese20.2%
Mexican303.2%
Polish60.6%
Puerto Rican10.1%
Scotch-Irish20.2%
Scottish60.6%
Subsaharan African20.2%
Ukrainian20.2%
Welsh20.2%
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Immigrants in Welaka

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Welaka came from Latin America (23 | 2.4%), Central America (18 | 1.9%), Mexico (18 | 1.9%), Brazil (3 | 0.3%), and South America (3 | 0.3%), together accounting for 6.9% of all Welaka residents.
Immigrants in Welaka
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Brazil30.3%
Caribbean20.2%
Central America181.9%
Cuba20.2%
Latin America232.4%
Mexico181.9%
South America30.3%
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Sex and Age in Welaka

Sex and Age in Welaka

The most populous age groups in Welaka are 20 to 24 Years (66 | 19.5%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (159 | 26.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Welaka
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)76 (12.5%)
5 to 9 Years29 (8.6%)11 (1.8%)
10 to 14 Years17 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years27 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years66 (19.5%)15 (2.5%)
25 to 29 Years12 (3.5%)14 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Years2 (0.6%)16 (2.6%)
35 to 39 Years7 (2.1%)49 (8.0%)
40 to 44 Years2 (0.6%)9 (1.5%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)4 (0.7%)
50 to 54 Years16 (4.7%)23 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years29 (8.6%)38 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years41 (12.1%)34 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years31 (9.2%)27 (4.4%)
70 to 74 Years31 (9.2%)36 (5.9%)
75 to 79 Years14 (4.1%)159 (26.1%)
80 to 84 Years12 (3.5%)5 (0.8%)
85 Years and over2 (0.6%)94 (15.4%)
Total338 (100.0%)610 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Welaka

Median Family Size in Welaka

The median family size in Welaka is 2.98 persons per family, with single female/mother families (67 | 35.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.39 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (112 | 59.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.71 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Welaka
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple112 (59.9%)2.71
Single Male/Father8 (4.3%)3.38
Single Female/Mother67 (35.8%)3.39
Total Families187 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Welaka

The median household size in Welaka is 1.85 persons per household, with single female/mother households (67 | 13.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.42 persons per household. non-family households (326 | 63.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Welaka
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple112 (21.8%)2.77
Single Male/Father8 (1.6%)3.38
Single Female/Mother67 (13.1%)3.42
Non-family326 (63.5%)1.17
Total Households513 (100.0%)1.85

Household Size by Marriage Status in Welaka

Out of a total of 513 households in Welaka, 187 (36.4%) are family households, while 326 (63.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 105, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 194.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Welaka
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-194 (37.8%)
2-Person Households105 (20.5%)8 (1.6%)
3-Person Households20 (3.9%)121 (23.6%)
4-Person Households12 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households41 (8.0%)3 (0.6%)
6-Person Households9 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total187 (36.4%)326 (63.5%)

Female Fertility in Welaka

Fertility by Age in Welaka

Average fertility rate in Welaka is 168.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 422.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Welaka
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years19 (100.0%)422.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)168.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Welaka

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Welaka
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Welaka

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Welaka
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma14 (73.7%)259.0
College or Associate's Degree5 (26.3%)93.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total19 (100.0%)168.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Welaka

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Welaka
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)

Income in Welaka

Income Overview in Welaka

Per Capita Income in Welaka is $27,844, while median incomes of families and households are $45,536 and $43,295 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income948$27,844
Median Family Income187$45,536
Mean Family Income187$67,590
Median Household Income513$43,295
Mean Household Income513$53,398
Income Deficit187$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)9480.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)948100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9480.41

Earnings by Sex in Welaka

Earnings by Sex in Welaka
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male115 (39.9%)$0
Female173 (60.1%)$24,196
Total288 (100.0%)$21,250

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Welaka

The most common earnings brackets in Welaka are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (29 | 25.2%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (39 | 22.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Welaka
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3 (2.6%)14 (8.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9998 (7.0%)29 (16.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49929 (25.2%)9 (5.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (1.7%)12 (6.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49920 (17.4%)3 (1.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)10 (5.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)14 (8.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99914 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)8 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9993 (2.6%)39 (22.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9994 (3.5%)9 (5.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9997 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9992 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9996 (5.2%)9 (5.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9997 (6.1%)8 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)6 (3.5%)
$100,000+5 (4.3%)3 (1.7%)
Total115 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Welaka

Average earnings in Welaka are $29,250 for men and $33,438 for women, a difference of 12.5%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $45,179, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $15,417. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,875, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $2,499.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Welaka
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$45,179$0
College or Associate's Degree$15,417$35,962
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$29,250$33,438

Family Income in Welaka

Family Income Brackets in Welaka

According to the Welaka family income data, there are 51 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.3% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (2.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Welaka
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00073.7%
$10,000 to $14,99963.2%
$15,000 to $24,9993016.0%
$25,000 to $34,99952.7%
$35,000 to $49,9995127.3%
$50,000 to $74,9993619.3%
$75,000 to $99,9992111.2%
$100,000 to $149,999179.1%
$150,000 to $199,999105.3%
$200,000+42.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Welaka

4-person families (12 | 6.4%) account for the highest median family income in Welaka with $88,125 per family, while 2-person families (107 | 57.2%) have the highest median income of $30,312 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Welaka
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families107 (57.2%)$60,625
3-Person Families20 (10.7%)$78,750
4-Person Families12 (6.4%)$88,125
5-Person Families39 (20.9%)$0
6-Person Families9 (4.8%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total187 (100.0%)$45,536

Family Income by Number of Earners in Welaka

Family Income by Number of Earners in Welaka
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners56 (29.9%)$46,500
1 Earner72 (38.5%)$36,282
2 Earners36 (19.3%)$72,917
3+ Earners23 (12.3%)$0
Total187 (100.0%)$45,536

Household Income in Welaka

Household Income Brackets in Welaka

With 167 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Welaka, accounting for 32.6% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Welaka
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000142.7%
$10,000 to $14,99910320.1%
$15,000 to $24,9995610.9%
$25,000 to $34,999203.9%
$35,000 to $49,9998416.4%
$50,000 to $74,99916732.6%
$75,000 to $99,999316.0%
$100,000 to $149,999193.7%
$150,000 to $199,999152.9%
$200,000+40.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Welaka

The median household income in Welaka is $43,295, with the highest median household income of $68,542 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 96 households (18.7%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Welaka
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years72 (14.0%)$35,705
45 to 64 Years96 (18.7%)$68,542
65+ Years345 (67.2%)$0
Total513 (100.0%)$43,295

Poverty in Welaka

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Welaka

With 32.8% poverty level for males and 30.7% for females among the residents of Welaka, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1 males (100.0%) and 15 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Welaka
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)32 (42.1%)
5 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (32.1%)1 (16.7%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years51 (77.3%)15 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)19 (63.3%)
35 to 44 Years2 (22.2%)10 (17.2%)
45 to 54 Years9 (56.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years18 (25.7%)13 (18.1%)
65 to 74 Years20 (32.3%)8 (12.7%)
75 Years and over1 (3.6%)89 (34.5%)
Total111 (32.8%)187 (30.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Welaka

According to the poverty statistics in Welaka, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Welaka
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)44 (57.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years19 (67.9%)5 (83.3%)
12 to 14 Years17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years15 (22.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years14 (100.0%)11 (36.7%)
35 to 44 Years7 (77.8%)48 (82.8%)
45 to 54 Years7 (43.8%)27 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years52 (74.3%)59 (81.9%)
65 to 74 Years42 (67.7%)55 (87.3%)
75 Years and over27 (96.4%)169 (65.5%)
Total227 (67.2%)423 (69.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Welaka

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Welaka show that 23.2% or 26 of the total 112 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 14.8%, which includes 15 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Welaka
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children86 (85.2%)15 (14.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total86 (76.8%)26 (23.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Welaka

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Welaka
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)5 (38.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)5 (7.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Welaka

The poverty data for Welaka shows that 26 of the married-couple family households (23.2%) and 5 of the single-parent households (6.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (38.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Welaka
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children15 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children11 (100.0%)5 (38.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (23.2%)5 (6.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Welaka

Employment by Class of Employer in Welaka

Among the 254 employed individuals in Welaka, private company employees (148 | 58.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (46 | 18.1%), and local government employees (40 | 15.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Welaka
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees14858.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)20.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4618.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations83.2%
Local Government Employees4015.8%
State Government Employees83.2%
Federal Government Employees20.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total254100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Welaka

According to the labor force statistics for Welaka, out of the total population over 16 years of age (815), 34.1% or 278 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 15 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 26 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.1% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Welaka
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years59 (72.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years26 (100.0%)6 (23.1%)
30 to 34 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years64 (95.5%)9 (14.1%)
45 to 54 Years26 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years36 (53.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years27 (36.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years16 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total278 (34.1%)15 (5.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Welaka

According to labor force statistics for Welaka, 66.6% of individuals (197) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (296) are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 15 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 74.1% or 63 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.0% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Welaka
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School15 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma79 (66.4%)23 (19.0%)
College / Associate Degree63 (74.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher40 (70.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total197 (66.6%)22 (7.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Welaka

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Welaka are Community & Social Service (42 | 16.0%), Education Instruction & Library (35 | 13.3%), Management (20 | 7.6%), Business & Financial (6 | 2.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (5 | 1.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Welaka

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Welaka, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (85.7%), and Community & Social Service (83.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Welaka
OccupationMaleFemale
Management15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
Business & Financial2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (16.7%)35 (83.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library5 (14.3%)30 (85.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)26 (37.1%)44 (62.9%)
Total (Overall)107 (40.7%)156 (59.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Welaka are Cleaning & Maintenance (50 | 19.0%), Healthcare Support (17 | 6.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (8 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (6 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (3 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Welaka

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Welaka, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (80.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Welaka
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Security & Protection3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (20.0%)40 (80.0%)
Personal Care & Service6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)27 (32.1%)57 (67.9%)
Total (Overall)107 (40.7%)156 (59.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Welaka are Office & Administration (29 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (12 | 4.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Welaka

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Welaka
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Office & Administration2 (6.9%)27 (93.1%)
Total (Category)9 (22.0%)32 (78.0%)
Total (Overall)107 (40.7%)156 (59.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Welaka are Construction & Extraction (34 | 12.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (9 | 3.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Welaka

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Welaka
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)34 (79.1%)9 (20.9%)
Total (Overall)107 (40.7%)156 (59.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Welaka are Material Moving (14 | 5.3%), Transportation (9 | 3.4%), and Production (2 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Welaka

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Welaka
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)11 (44.0%)14 (56.0%)
Total (Overall)107 (40.7%)156 (59.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Welaka

Employment Industries in Welaka

The major employment industries in Welaka include Health Care & Social Assistance (54 | 20.5%), Educational Services (45 | 17.1%), Construction (34 | 12.9%), Administrative & Support (17 | 6.5%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (15 | 5.7%).
Employment Industries in Welaka

Employment Industries by Sex in Welaka

The Welaka industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Educational Services (88.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Welaka
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support10 (58.8%)7 (41.2%)
Educational Services5 (11.1%)40 (88.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance6 (11.1%)48 (88.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total107 (40.7%)156 (59.3%)

Education in Welaka

School Enrollment in Welaka

The most common levels of schooling among the 86 students in Welaka are elementary school (34 | 39.5%), high school (27 | 31.4%), and middle school (17 | 19.8%).
School Enrollment in Welaka
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten67.0%
Elementary School3439.5%
Middle School1719.8%
High School2731.4%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional22.3%
Total86100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Welaka

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Welaka
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Welaka

Business (23 | 25.8%), psychology (14 | 15.7%), engineering (10 | 11.2%), science & technology (8 | 9.0%), and computers & mathematics (7 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 89 individuals in Welaka who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Welaka
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics77.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology1415.7%
Social Sciences44.5%
Engineering1011.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology89.0%
Business2325.8%
Education55.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History77.9%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications44.5%
Arts & Humanities77.9%
Total89100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Welaka

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Welaka

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Welaka are males with 2 vehicles (41, accounting for 38.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (73, making up 27.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Welaka
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle5 (4.7%)21 (14.3%)
1 Vehicle31 (29.0%)31 (21.1%)
2 Vehicles41 (38.3%)73 (49.7%)
3 Vehicles11 (10.3%)17 (11.6%)
4 Vehicles7 (6.5%)5 (3.4%)
5 or more Vehicles12 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total107 (100.0%)147 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Welaka

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Welaka are 45 to 59 minutes (65 commuters, 28.0%), 5 to 9 minutes (45 commuters, 19.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (28 commuters, 12.1%).
Commute Time in Welaka
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes20.9%
5 to 9 Minutes4519.4%
10 to 14 Minutes229.5%
15 to 19 Minutes2812.1%
20 to 24 Minutes41.7%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2611.2%
35 to 39 Minutes20.9%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes6528.0%
60 to 89 Minutes2510.8%
90 or more Minutes135.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Welaka

The most common commute times in Welaka are 45 to 59 minutes (43 commuters, 45.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (45 commuters, 32.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Welaka
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)45 (32.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes15 (15.8%)7 (5.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)28 (20.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes2 (2.1%)2 (1.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes4 (4.2%)22 (16.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes43 (45.3%)22 (16.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes14 (14.7%)11 (8.0%)
90 or more Minutes13 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Welaka

The most frequent times of departure to work in Welaka are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (45, 47.4%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (47, 34.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Welaka
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM6 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM45 (47.4%)17 (12.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM12 (12.6%)9 (6.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM7 (7.4%)20 (14.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2 (2.1%)17 (12.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (5.3%)4 (2.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM12 (12.6%)47 (34.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (3.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (4.2%)14 (10.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)4 (2.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total95 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Welaka

Occupancy by Ownership in Welaka

Of the total 513 dwellings in Welaka, owner-occupied units account for 420 (81.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 93 (18.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Welaka
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units42081.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units9318.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units513100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Welaka

Occupancy by Household Size in Welaka
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household19437.8%
2-Person Household11322.0%
3-Person Household14127.5%
4+ Person Household6512.7%
Total Housing Units513100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Welaka

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Welaka
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household117 (60.3%)77 (39.7%)
2-Person Household111 (98.2%)2 (1.8%)
3-Person Household141 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household51 (78.5%)14 (21.5%)
Total Housing Units420 (81.9%)93 (18.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Welaka

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Welaka
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School31 (32.6%)64 (67.4%)
High School Diploma224 (91.1%)22 (8.9%)
College/Associate Degree102 (93.6%)7 (6.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Welaka

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Welaka
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years112.1%
35 to 44 Years6111.9%
45 to 54 Years91.8%
55 to 64 Years8717.0%
65 to 74 Years8717.0%
75 to 84 Years16231.6%
85 Years and Over9618.7%
Total513100.0%

Housing Finances in Welaka

Median Income by Occupancy in Welaka

Median Income by Occupancy in Welaka
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied420 (81.9%)$67,500
Renter-Occupied93 (18.1%)$14,040
Average513 (100.0%)$43,295

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Welaka

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Welaka
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (2.6%)2 (2.1%)
$5,000 to $9,9991 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99932 (7.6%)71 (76.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99921 (5.0%)2 (2.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99924 (5.7%)9 (9.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99918 (4.3%)2 (2.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99982 (19.5%)2 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999164 (39.1%)3 (3.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99929 (6.9%)2 (2.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99919 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more19 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total420 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Welaka

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Welaka
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30041 (9.8%)4 (4.3%)
$300 to $499190 (45.2%)8 (8.6%)
$500 to $799117 (27.9%)2 (2.1%)
$800 to $9994 (0.9%)68 (73.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49926 (6.2%)11 (11.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99928 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4995 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9997 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total420 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Welaka

Housing Structures in Welaka

Housing Structures in Welaka
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached31561.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments163.1%
10 or more Apartments407.8%
Mobile Home / Other14227.7%
Total513100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Welaka

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Welaka
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached251 (79.7%)64 (20.3%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
10 or more Apartments34 (85.0%)6 (15.0%)
Mobile Home / Other128 (90.1%)14 (9.9%)
Total420 (81.9%)93 (18.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Welaka

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Welaka
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)3 (3.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms162 (38.6%)10 (10.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms115 (27.4%)69 (74.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms116 (27.6%)2 (2.1%)
8 or more Rooms27 (6.4%)9 (9.7%)
Total420 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Welaka

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Welaka
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas38 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity382 (90.9%)93 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total420 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Welaka

Household Vehicle Usage in Welaka
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle143 (34.1%)65 (69.9%)
1 Vehicle98 (23.3%)21 (22.6%)
2 Vehicles136 (32.4%)5 (5.4%)
3 or more Vehicles43 (10.2%)2 (2.1%)
Total420 (100.0%)93 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Welaka

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Welaka

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units35070
Median Property Value$267,400$187,500
Median Household Income$60,417$9
Monthly Housing Costs$463$2
Real Estate Taxes$1,709$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Welaka

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Welaka
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00030 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99926 (7.4%)14 (20.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999207 (59.1%)47 (67.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99981 (23.1%)2 (2.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9993 (0.9%)5 (7.1%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)2 (2.9%)
$1,000,000 or more3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total350 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Welaka

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Welaka
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (3.4%)3 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99966 (18.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (4.3%)11 (15.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99973 (20.9%)3 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999142 (40.6%)9 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (6.9%)22 (31.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (2.3%)5 (7.1%)
$150,000 or more10 (2.9%)11 (15.7%)
Total350 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Welaka

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Welaka
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x43 (12.3%)68,542 (97,917.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x29 (8.3%)9 (12.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x146 (41.7%)35 (50.0%)
4.0x or more132 (37.7%)11 (15.7%)
Total350 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Welaka

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Welaka
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80040 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49957 (16.3%)5 (7.1%)
$800 to $1,499251 (71.7%)20 (28.6%)
Total350 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Welaka

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Welaka

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Welaka
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years59 (58.4%)42 (41.6%)
26 to 34 Years15 (62.5%)9 (37.5%)
35 to 44 Years63 (94.0%)4 (6.0%)
45 to 54 Years40 (93.0%)3 (7.0%)
55 to 64 Years124 (87.3%)18 (12.7%)
65 to 74 Years125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older286 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total872 (92.0%)76 (8.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Welaka

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Welaka
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen59 (58.4%)42 (41.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Welaka

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Welaka
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000268 (89.3%)32 (10.7%)
$25,000 to $49,999223 (98.2%)4 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999245 (94.2%)15 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (73.2%)19 (26.8%)
$100,000 and over84 (93.3%)6 (6.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Welaka

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Welaka
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 682 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years51 (50.5%)8 (7.9%)
25 to 34 Years9 (37.5%)6 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years56 (83.6%)7 (10.4%)
45 to 54 Years12 (27.9%)28 (65.1%)
55 to 64 Years53 (37.3%)85 (59.9%)
65 to 74 Years120 (96.0%)61 (48.8%)
75 Years and over286 (100.0%)62 (21.7%)
Total747 (78.8%)257 (27.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Welaka

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Welaka
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (26.3%)17 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years12 (19.4%)16 (25.4%)
75 Years and over9 (32.1%)218 (84.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Welaka

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Welaka: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (5.3%)8 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years10 (16.1%)2 (3.2%)
75 Years and over2 (7.1%)15 (5.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Welaka: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)12 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years2 (3.2%)7 (11.1%)
75 Years and over5 (17.9%)5 (1.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Welaka: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (2.1%)5 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years3 (4.8%)3 (4.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)200 (77.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Welaka: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (21.0%)5 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years6 (9.7%)9 (14.3%)
75 Years and over4 (14.3%)213 (82.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Welaka: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (6.3%)5 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years2 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)200 (77.5%)

Technology Access in Welaka

Computing Device Access in Welaka

Computing Device Access in Welaka
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop24147.0%
Smartphone27052.6%
Tablet18736.4%
No Computing Device22143.1%
Total513100.0%

Internet Access in Welaka

Internet Access in Welaka
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home23044.8%
Cellular Data Only458.8%
Satellite Internet51.0%
No Internet22944.6%
Total513100.0%

Welaka Summary

Welaka is a small town located in Putnam County, Florida, United States. It is situated on the St. Johns River, approximately 25 miles south of Palatka and about 50 miles southwest of Jacksonville. The population was 545 at the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Welaka was first settled in the early 1800s by a group of settlers from Georgia. The town was originally known as “Welaka Springs” and was a popular destination for tourists who wanted to take advantage of the natural springs in the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1887 and was named after the nearby Welaka Springs.
In the early 1900s, Welaka was a thriving community with a population of over 1,000 people. The town was home to several businesses, including a hotel, a general store, a sawmill, and a post office. The town also had a school, a church, and a railroad station.
In the late 1950s, the town began to decline as the railroad station closed and the population began to move away. By the 1970s, the population had dropped to just over 500 people.

Geography

Welaka is located at 29°45'N 81°41'W (29.75, -81.68). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.7 square miles (1.8 km2), all land.

Economy

The economy of Welaka is largely based on tourism and fishing. The town is home to several fishing camps and marinas, as well as a few restaurants and shops. The town also has a small airport, which is used for recreational flying.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 545 people, 230 households, and 145 families residing in the town. The population density was 776.4 people per square mile (300.2/km2). There were 259 housing units at an average density of 369.3 per square mile (142.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 1.3% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.
There were 230 households, out of which 24.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.2% were non-families. 29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.90.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 28.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,000. About 11.3% of families and 14.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Welaka?
Total Population of Welaka is 948.
What is the Total Male Population of Welaka?
Total Male Population of Welaka is 338.
What is the Total Female Population of Welaka?
Total Female Population of Welaka is 610.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Welaka?
There are 55.41 Males per 100 Females in Welaka.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Welaka?
There are 180.47 Females per 100 Males in Welaka.
What is the Median Population Age in Welaka?
Median Population Age in Welaka is 61.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Welaka
Average Family Size in Welaka is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Welaka
Average Household Size in Welaka is 1.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Welaka?
Per Capita income in Welaka is $27,844.
What is the Median Family Income in Welaka?
Median Family Income in Welaka is $45,536.
What is the Median Household income in Welaka?
Median Household Income in Welaka is $43,295.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Welaka?
Inequality or Gini Index in Welaka is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Welaka?
There are 278 People in the Labor Forcein in Welaka.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Welaka?
34.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Welaka.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Welaka?
Unemployment Rate in Welaka is 5.4%.