Weldon, NC

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Weldon Overview

1,536
TOTAL POPULATION
765
MALE POPULATION
771
FEMALE POPULATION
99.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.78
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,453
PER CAPITA INCOME
$43,421
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,330
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
586
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
12.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Weldon Zip Codes

Weldon Area Codes

Race in Weldon

The most populous races in Weldon are Black / African American (1,172 | 76.3%), White / Caucasian (331 | 21.5%), and Some other Race (22 | 1.4%).
Race in Weldon
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1,17276.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino60.4%
Native / Alaskan20.1%
White / Caucasian33121.5%
Two or more Races90.6%
Some other Race221.4%
Total1,536100.0%

Ancestry in Weldon

The most populous ancestries reported in Weldon are American (350 | 22.8%), Irish (99 | 6.5%), German (72 | 4.7%), English (65 | 4.2%), and Scotch-Irish (18 | 1.2%), together accounting for 39.3% of all Weldon residents.
Ancestry in Weldon
Ancestry# Population% Population
African30.2%
American35022.8%
Arab30.2%
Central American30.2%
Cherokee30.2%
Cuban30.2%
English654.2%
French60.4%
German724.7%
Honduran30.2%
Irish996.5%
Italian10.1%
Lebanese30.2%
Nigerian100.6%
Polish70.5%
Portuguese20.1%
Scotch-Irish181.2%
Scottish50.3%
Subsaharan African130.9%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian70.5%
Welsh20.1%
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Immigrants in Weldon

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Weldon came from Caribbean (9 | 0.6%), Latin America (9 | 0.6%), and Trinidad and Tobago (9 | 0.6%), together accounting for 1.8% of all Weldon residents.
Immigrants in Weldon
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Caribbean90.6%
Latin America90.6%
Trinidad and Tobago90.6%
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Sex and Age in Weldon

Sex and Age in Weldon

The most populous age groups in Weldon are 20 to 24 Years (133 | 17.4%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (100 | 13.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Weldon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years98 (12.8%)78 (10.1%)
5 to 9 Years33 (4.3%)9 (1.2%)
10 to 14 Years22 (2.9%)33 (4.3%)
15 to 19 Years100 (13.1%)74 (9.6%)
20 to 24 Years133 (17.4%)36 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years17 (2.2%)64 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Years27 (3.5%)57 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Years24 (3.1%)26 (3.4%)
40 to 44 Years23 (3.0%)46 (6.0%)
45 to 49 Years6 (0.8%)29 (3.8%)
50 to 54 Years62 (8.1%)25 (3.2%)
55 to 59 Years34 (4.4%)100 (13.0%)
60 to 64 Years89 (11.6%)45 (5.8%)
65 to 69 Years36 (4.7%)26 (3.4%)
70 to 74 Years16 (2.1%)38 (4.9%)
75 to 79 Years18 (2.4%)19 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years11 (1.4%)28 (3.6%)
85 Years and over16 (2.1%)38 (4.9%)
Total765 (100.0%)771 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Weldon

Median Family Size in Weldon

The median family size in Weldon is 3.26 persons per family, with single female/mother families (189 | 50.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.49 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (16 | 4.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.13 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Weldon
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple171 (45.5%)3.11
Single Male/Father16 (4.3%)2.13
Single Female/Mother189 (50.3%)3.49
Total Families376 (100.0%)3.26

Median Household Size in Weldon

The median household size in Weldon is 2.75 persons per household, with single female/mother households (189 | 34.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.8 persons per household. non-family households (166 | 30.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Weldon
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple171 (31.6%)3.11
Single Male/Father16 (2.9%)2.44
Single Female/Mother189 (34.9%)3.80
Non-family166 (30.6%)1.20
Total Households542 (100.0%)2.75

Household Size by Marriage Status in Weldon

Out of a total of 542 households in Weldon, 376 (69.4%) are family households, while 166 (30.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 168, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 124.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Weldon
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-124 (22.9%)
2-Person Households168 (31.0%)42 (7.7%)
3-Person Households97 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households82 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households19 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total376 (69.4%)166 (30.6%)

Female Fertility in Weldon

Fertility by Age in Weldon

Average fertility rate in Weldon is 196.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 420.0 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 Weldon
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years66 (100.0%)420.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total66 (100.0%)196.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Weldon

6.1% of women with births (66) in Weldon are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 93.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 93.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Weldon
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years4 (6.1%)62 (93.9%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (6.1%)62 (93.9%)

Fertility by Education in Weldon

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Weldon
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma7 (10.6%)125.0
College or Associate's Degree42 (63.6%)266.0
Bachelor's Degree17 (25.8%)515.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total66 (100.0%)196.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Weldon

93.9% of women with births in Weldon are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 23.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Weldon
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (23.5%)13 (76.5%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (6.1%)62 (93.9%)

Income in Weldon

Income Overview in Weldon

Per Capita Income in Weldon is $20,453, while median incomes of families and households are $43,421 and $37,330 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,536$20,453
Median Family Income376$43,421
Mean Family Income376$60,195
Median Household Income542$37,330
Mean Household Income542$52,282
Income Deficit376$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,53620.07%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,53679.93¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5360.46

Earnings by Sex in Weldon

Average Earnings in Weldon are $26,042, $29,792 for men and $23,813 for women, a difference of 20.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Weldon
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male272 (46.0%)$29,792
Female319 (54.0%)$23,813
Total591 (100.0%)$26,042

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Weldon

The most common earnings brackets in Weldon are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (42 | 15.4%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (39 | 12.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Weldon
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less18 (6.6%)11 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99925 (9.2%)8 (2.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)15 (4.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9998 (2.9%)11 (3.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)3 (0.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99941 (15.1%)20 (6.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)39 (12.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99913 (4.8%)19 (6.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49910 (3.7%)23 (7.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9994 (1.5%)20 (6.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99918 (6.6%)18 (5.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9997 (2.6%)16 (5.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99915 (5.5%)15 (4.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99927 (9.9%)35 (11.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9994 (1.5%)21 (6.6%)
$50,000 to $54,9994 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99942 (15.4%)24 (7.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99930 (11.0%)7 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (0.7%)8 (2.5%)
$100,000+4 (1.5%)6 (1.9%)
Total272 (100.0%)319 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Weldon

Average earnings in Weldon are $40,313 for men and $26,042 for women, a difference of 35.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,214, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $35,125. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,646, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,417.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Weldon
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$35,125$17,083
College or Associate's Degree$53,125$21,739
Bachelor's Degree$63,214$44,712
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,313$26,042

Family Income in Weldon

Family Income Brackets in Weldon

According to the Weldon family income data, there are 99 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.3% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Weldon
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000123.2%
$10,000 to $14,999256.6%
$15,000 to $24,9995213.8%
$25,000 to $34,999359.3%
$35,000 to $49,9999926.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994211.2%
$75,000 to $99,9994712.5%
$100,000 to $149,9994311.4%
$150,000 to $199,999143.7%
$200,000+71.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Weldon

2-person families (181 | 48.1%) account for the highest median family income in Weldon with $49,028 per family, while 2-person families (181 | 48.1%) have the highest median income of $24,514 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Weldon
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families181 (48.1%)$49,028
3-Person Families93 (24.7%)$42,639
4-Person Families80 (21.3%)$37,000
5-Person Families12 (3.2%)$0
6-Person Families3 (0.8%)$0
7+ Person Families7 (1.9%)$0
Total376 (100.0%)$43,421

Family Income by Number of Earners in Weldon

The median family income in Weldon is $43,421, with families comprising 3+ earners (31) having the highest median family income of $113,438, while families with no earners (100) have the lowest median family income of $31,750, accounting for 8.2% and 26.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Weldon
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners100 (26.6%)$31,750
1 Earner156 (41.5%)$37,083
2 Earners89 (23.7%)$79,464
3+ Earners31 (8.2%)$113,438
Total376 (100.0%)$43,421

Household Income in Weldon

Household Income Brackets in Weldon

With 125 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Weldon, accounting for 23.1% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (1.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Weldon
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000499.0%
$10,000 to $14,9995910.9%
$15,000 to $24,9997012.9%
$25,000 to $34,999529.6%
$35,000 to $49,99912523.1%
$50,000 to $74,9995410.0%
$75,000 to $99,999539.8%
$100,000 to $149,9995710.5%
$150,000 to $199,999163.0%
$200,000+71.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Weldon

The median household income in Weldon is $37,330, with the highest median household income of $57,578 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 153 households (28.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 13 households (2.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Weldon
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years13 (2.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years154 (28.4%)$36,406
45 to 64 Years222 (41.0%)$36,667
65+ Years153 (28.2%)$57,578
Total542 (100.0%)$37,330

Poverty in Weldon

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Weldon

With 28.7% poverty level for males and 30.1% for females among the residents of Weldon, 6 to 11 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 27 males (100.0%) and 19 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Weldon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years55 (56.1%)40 (51.3%)
5 Years3 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years27 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (47.4%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years14 (38.9%)15 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years37 (18.8%)13 (36.1%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)48 (39.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)30 (41.7%)
45 to 54 Years25 (36.8%)8 (14.8%)
55 to 64 Years35 (28.5%)21 (14.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)8 (13.3%)
75 Years and over11 (28.2%)20 (35.7%)
Total216 (28.7%)222 (30.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Weldon

According to the poverty statistics in Weldon, males aged 25 to 34 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 Weldon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years43 (43.9%)38 (48.7%)
5 Years6 (66.7%)9 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years10 (52.6%)14 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years22 (61.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years160 (81.2%)23 (63.9%)
25 to 34 Years44 (100.0%)73 (60.3%)
35 to 44 Years47 (100.0%)42 (58.3%)
45 to 54 Years43 (63.2%)46 (85.2%)
55 to 64 Years88 (71.5%)124 (85.5%)
65 to 74 Years45 (100.0%)52 (86.7%)
75 Years and over28 (71.8%)36 (64.3%)
Total536 (71.3%)516 (69.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Weldon

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Weldon show that 4.1% or 7 of the total 171 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 50.0%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Weldon
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children7 (50.0%)7 (50.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total164 (95.9%)7 (4.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Weldon

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Weldon
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (10.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)59 (47.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)24 (85.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)87 (46.0%)

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

The poverty data for Weldon shows that 7 of the married-couple family households (4.1%) and 87 of the single-parent households (42.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (50.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (85.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Weldon
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (8.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)59 (45.7%)
3 or 4 Children7 (50.0%)24 (85.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (4.1%)87 (42.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Weldon

Employment by Class of Employer in Weldon

Among the 514 employed individuals in Weldon, private company employees (319 | 62.1%), local government employees (90 | 17.5%), and state government employees (36 | 7.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Weldon
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees31962.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)234.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)234.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations163.1%
Local Government Employees9017.5%
State Government Employees367.0%
Federal Government Employees20.4%
Unpaid Family Workers51.0%
Total514100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Weldon

According to the labor force statistics for Weldon, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,204), 48.7% or 586 individuals are in the labor force, with 12.3% or 72 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 81 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 32.6% or 30 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Weldon
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years26 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years92 (54.4%)30 (32.6%)
25 to 29 Years81 (100.0%)7 (8.6%)
30 to 34 Years79 (94.0%)13 (16.5%)
35 to 44 Years85 (71.4%)17 (20.0%)
45 to 54 Years85 (69.7%)5 (5.9%)
55 to 59 Years50 (37.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years64 (47.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years19 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total586 (48.7%)72 (12.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Weldon

According to labor force statistics for Weldon, 65.9% of individuals (444) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (674) are in the labor force, with 9.5% or 42 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 82.0% or 100 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 56.3% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Weldon
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School16 (21.6%)42 (56.3%)
High School Diploma131 (59.3%)39 (17.6%)
College / Associate Degree197 (76.7%)13 (5.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher100 (82.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total444 (65.9%)64 (9.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Weldon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Weldon are Community & Social Service (79 | 15.4%), Management (58 | 11.3%), Education, Arts & Media (47 | 9.1%), Education Instruction & Library (32 | 6.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (20 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Weldon

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Weldon, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Community & Social Service (96.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (90.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Weldon
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12 (20.7%)46 (79.3%)
Business & Financial4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 3 (3.8%)76 (96.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library3 (9.4%)29 (90.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (20.0%)16 (80.0%)
Health Technologists2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
Total (Category)27 (16.4%)138 (83.6%)
Total (Overall)231 (44.9%)283 (55.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Weldon are Food Preparation & Serving (44 | 8.6%), Security & Protection (32 | 6.2%), Law Enforcement (26 | 5.1%), Healthcare Support (16 | 3.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (6 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Weldon

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Weldon, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (57.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Weldon
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Security & Protection17 (53.1%)15 (46.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement11 (42.3%)15 (57.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving24 (54.5%)20 (45.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)47 (46.1%)55 (53.9%)
Total (Overall)231 (44.9%)283 (55.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Weldon are Office & Administration (56 | 10.9%), and Sales & Related (39 | 7.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Weldon

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Weldon
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related10 (25.6%)29 (74.4%)
Office & Administration1 (1.8%)55 (98.2%)
Total (Category)11 (11.6%)84 (88.4%)
Total (Overall)231 (44.9%)283 (55.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Weldon are Construction & Extraction (41 | 8.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Weldon

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Weldon
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction39 (95.1%)2 (4.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)41 (95.4%)2 (4.6%)
Total (Overall)231 (44.9%)283 (55.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Weldon are Production (50 | 9.7%), Material Moving (36 | 7.0%), and Transportation (23 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Weldon

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Weldon
OccupationMaleFemale
Production50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation19 (82.6%)4 (17.4%)
Material Moving36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)105 (96.3%)4 (3.7%)
Total (Overall)231 (44.9%)283 (55.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Weldon

Employment Industries in Weldon

The major employment industries in Weldon include Health Care & Social Assistance (114 | 22.2%), Retail Trade (75 | 14.6%), Manufacturing (74 | 14.4%), Educational Services (54 | 10.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (51 | 9.9%).
Employment Industries in Weldon

Employment Industries by Sex in Weldon

The Weldon industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (83.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (91.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Weldon
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing56 (75.7%)18 (24.3%)
Wholesale Trade7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade44 (58.7%)31 (41.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (20.7%)23 (79.3%)
Utilities10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
Educational Services5 (9.3%)49 (90.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance10 (8.8%)104 (91.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services31 (60.8%)20 (39.2%)
Public Administration28 (65.1%)15 (34.9%)
Total231 (44.9%)283 (55.1%)

Education in Weldon

School Enrollment in Weldon

The most common levels of schooling among the 373 students in Weldon are high school (111 | 29.8%), college / undergraduate (107 | 28.7%), and middle school (85 | 22.8%).
School Enrollment in Weldon
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool102.7%
Kindergarten184.8%
Elementary School246.4%
Middle School8522.8%
High School11129.8%
College / Undergraduate10728.7%
Graduate / Professional184.8%
Total373100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Weldon

Out of a total of 373 students who are enrolled in schools in Weldon, 41 (11.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 332 (89.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 20 (38.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Weldon
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old36 (85.7%)6 (14.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds50 (90.9%)5 (9.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds102 (92.7%)8 (7.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds44 (95.7%)2 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds32 (61.5%)20 (38.5%)
35 Years and over9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total332 (89.0%)41 (11.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Weldon

Education (81 | 41.5%), arts & humanities (27 | 13.9%), business (19 | 9.7%), science & technology (16 | 8.2%), and bio, nature & agricultural (11 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 195 individuals in Weldon who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Weldon
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural115.6%
Physical & Health Sciences105.1%
Psychology84.1%
Social Sciences94.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies52.6%
Science & Technology168.2%
Business199.7%
Education8141.5%
Literature & Languages21.0%
Liberal Arts & History31.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications42.1%
Arts & Humanities2713.9%
Total195100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Weldon

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Weldon

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Weldon are males with 2 vehicles (85, accounting for 36.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (66, making up 30.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Weldon
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)12 (4.2%)
1 Vehicle13 (5.6%)88 (31.1%)
2 Vehicles85 (36.8%)66 (23.3%)
3 Vehicles55 (23.8%)52 (18.4%)
4 Vehicles34 (14.7%)27 (9.5%)
5 or more Vehicles44 (19.1%)38 (13.4%)
Total231 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Weldon

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Weldon are 10 to 14 minutes (144 commuters, 28.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (112 commuters, 21.9%), and less than 5 minutes (59 commuters, 11.6%).
Commute Time in Weldon
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5911.6%
5 to 9 Minutes11221.9%
10 to 14 Minutes14428.2%
15 to 19 Minutes418.0%
20 to 24 Minutes265.1%
25 to 29 Minutes336.5%
30 to 34 Minutes183.5%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes295.7%
60 to 89 Minutes91.8%
90 or more Minutes407.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Weldon

The most common commute times in Weldon are 10 to 14 minutes (76 commuters, 33.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (80 commuters, 28.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Weldon
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes33 (14.5%)26 (9.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes32 (14.0%)80 (28.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes76 (33.3%)68 (24.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes4 (1.8%)37 (13.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes18 (7.9%)8 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes20 (8.8%)13 (4.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes3 (1.3%)15 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (4.4%)19 (6.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)9 (3.2%)
90 or more Minutes32 (14.0%)8 (2.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Weldon

The most frequent times of departure to work in Weldon are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (55, 24.1%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (82, 29.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Weldon
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM48 (21.0%)32 (11.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)19 (6.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM14 (6.1%)5 (1.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM55 (24.1%)45 (15.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM43 (18.9%)39 (13.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4 (1.8%)5 (1.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7 (3.1%)82 (29.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM9 (4.0%)1 (0.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM23 (10.1%)10 (3.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3 (1.3%)10 (3.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM15 (6.6%)4 (1.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM5 (2.2%)31 (11.0%)
Total228 (100.0%)283 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Weldon

Occupancy by Ownership in Weldon

Of the total 542 dwellings in Weldon, owner-occupied units account for 283 (52.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 259 (47.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Weldon
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units28352.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units25947.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units542100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Weldon

Occupancy by Household Size in Weldon
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household12422.9%
2-Person Household21038.8%
3-Person Household9717.9%
4+ Person Household11120.5%
Total Housing Units542100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Weldon

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Weldon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household82 (66.1%)42 (33.9%)
2-Person Household100 (47.6%)110 (52.4%)
3-Person Household63 (64.9%)34 (35.0%)
4+ Person Household38 (34.2%)73 (65.8%)
Total Housing Units283 (52.2%)259 (47.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Weldon

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Weldon
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School33 (44.6%)41 (55.4%)
High School Diploma67 (39.9%)101 (60.1%)
College/Associate Degree71 (44.1%)90 (55.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher112 (80.6%)27 (19.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Weldon

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Weldon
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years8716.1%
35 to 44 Years8014.8%
45 to 54 Years8415.5%
55 to 64 Years13825.5%
65 to 74 Years8114.9%
75 to 84 Years519.4%
85 Years and Over213.9%
Total542100.0%

Housing Finances in Weldon

Median Income by Occupancy in Weldon

Median Income by Occupancy in Weldon
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied283 (52.2%)$59,485
Renter-Occupied259 (47.8%)$30,083
Average542 (100.0%)$37,330

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Weldon

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Weldon
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (1.8%)26 (10.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (2.8%)10 (3.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99927 (9.5%)32 (12.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99913 (4.6%)38 (14.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (3.9%)8 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (5.0%)38 (14.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99945 (15.9%)80 (30.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99948 (17.0%)6 (2.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99937 (13.1%)16 (6.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99952 (18.4%)5 (1.9%)
$150,000 or more23 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Weldon

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Weldon
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49934 (12.0%)25 (9.7%)
$500 to $79985 (30.0%)117 (45.2%)
$800 to $99948 (17.0%)20 (7.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49969 (24.4%)85 (32.8%)
$1,500 to $1,99923 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4998 (2.8%)3 (1.2%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more12 (4.2%)2 (0.8%)
Total283 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Weldon

Housing Structures in Weldon

Housing Structures in Weldon
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached45684.1%
Single Unit, Attached91.7%
2 Unit Apartments91.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments122.2%
10 or more Apartments346.3%
Mobile Home / Other224.1%
Total542100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Weldon

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Weldon
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached259 (56.8%)197 (43.2%)
Single Unit, Attached2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (52.2%)259 (47.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Weldon

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Weldon
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)41 (15.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms79 (27.9%)159 (61.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms82 (29.0%)55 (21.2%)
8 or more Rooms122 (43.1%)4 (1.5%)
Total283 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Weldon

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Weldon
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas140 (49.5%)73 (28.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas34 (12.0%)36 (13.9%)
Electricity84 (29.7%)123 (47.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene25 (8.8%)27 (10.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Weldon

Household Vehicle Usage in Weldon
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle15 (5.3%)50 (19.3%)
1 Vehicle70 (24.7%)127 (49.0%)
2 Vehicles85 (30.0%)59 (22.8%)
3 or more Vehicles113 (39.9%)23 (8.9%)
Total283 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Weldon

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Weldon

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units153130
Median Property Value$80,400$98,800
Median Household Income$59,044$16
Monthly Housing Costs$573$12
Real Estate Taxes$1,328$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Weldon

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Weldon
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00035 (22.9%)19 (14.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99962 (40.5%)48 (36.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99952 (34.0%)63 (48.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total153 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Weldon

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Weldon
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99930 (19.6%)8 (6.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9997 (4.6%)21 (16.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99922 (14.4%)7 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99931 (20.3%)23 (17.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99924 (15.7%)17 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99927 (17.6%)13 (10.0%)
$150,000 or more7 (4.6%)25 (19.2%)
Total153 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Weldon

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Weldon
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x80 (52.3%)60,938 (46,875.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x30 (19.6%)71 (54.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x11 (7.2%)18 (13.9%)
4.0x or more30 (19.6%)14 (10.8%)
Total153 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Weldon

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Weldon
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80031 (20.3%)3 (2.3%)
$800 to $1,49963 (41.2%)24 (18.5%)
$800 to $1,49954 (35.3%)32 (24.6%)
Total153 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Weldon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Weldon

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Weldon
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years187 (96.4%)7 (3.6%)
6 to 18 Years217 (96.4%)8 (3.6%)
19 to 25 Years115 (53.7%)99 (46.3%)
26 to 34 Years126 (85.1%)22 (14.9%)
35 to 44 Years102 (85.7%)17 (14.3%)
45 to 54 Years101 (82.8%)21 (17.2%)
55 to 64 Years245 (91.4%)23 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,293 (86.8%)197 (13.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Weldon

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Weldon
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born187 (96.4%)7 (3.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen217 (96.4%)8 (3.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen115 (53.7%)99 (46.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Weldon

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Weldon
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000323 (89.7%)37 (10.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999464 (82.3%)100 (17.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999115 (87.1%)17 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999162 (98.8%)2 (1.2%)
$100,000 and over229 (84.8%)41 (15.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Weldon

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Weldon
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6153 (78.9%)88 (45.4%)
6 to 18 Years171 (76.0%)65 (28.9%)
19 to 25 Years70 (32.7%)45 (21.0%)
25 to 34 Years45 (30.4%)98 (66.2%)
35 to 44 Years23 (19.3%)91 (76.5%)
45 to 54 Years32 (26.2%)69 (56.6%)
55 to 64 Years149 (55.6%)122 (45.5%)
65 to 74 Years103 (98.1%)59 (56.2%)
75 Years and over95 (100.0%)59 (62.1%)
Total841 (56.4%)696 (46.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Weldon

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Weldon
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years28 (11.6%)11 (7.0%)
35 to 64 Years61 (25.6%)55 (20.3%)
65 to 74 Years8 (17.8%)30 (50.0%)
75 Years and over24 (61.5%)32 (57.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Weldon

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Weldon: <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 Years30 (12.6%)13 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years3 (6.7%)3 (5.0%)
75 Years and over21 (53.8%)5 (8.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Weldon: <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 Years10 (4.2%)4 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years12 (5.0%)30 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (1.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Weldon: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (7.5%)7 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years28 (11.8%)23 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (5.0%)
75 Years and over6 (15.4%)21 (37.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Weldon: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years59 (24.8%)55 (20.3%)
65 to 74 Years5 (11.1%)30 (50.0%)
75 Years and over7 (17.9%)30 (53.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Weldon: <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 Years13 (5.5%)14 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (10.0%)
75 Years and over6 (15.4%)8 (14.3%)

Technology Access in Weldon

Computing Device Access in Weldon

Computing Device Access in Weldon
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop29253.9%
Smartphone45884.5%
Tablet25847.6%
No Computing Device7012.9%
Total542100.0%

Internet Access in Weldon

Internet Access in Weldon
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home29855.0%
Cellular Data Only6111.3%
Satellite Internet285.2%
No Internet16931.2%
Total542100.0%

Weldon Summary

Weldon, North Carolina is a small town located in Halifax County, North Carolina. It is situated on the Roanoke River, approximately 30 miles northeast of Raleigh. The town has a population of approximately 2,000 people and is part of the Roanoke Rapids Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Weldon was founded in 1790 by William Weldon, a Revolutionary War veteran. The town was originally known as Weldon’s Crossroads, and was a stop on the stagecoach route between Petersburg, Virginia and Raleigh, North Carolina. In 1810, the town was officially incorporated as Weldon.
During the Civil War, Weldon was a major railroad junction and was the site of several battles. In 1864, the Battle of Weldon Railroad was fought here, resulting in a Confederate victory. The town was also the site of the Battle of Weldon Road in 1865, which resulted in a Union victory.

Geography

Weldon is located in Halifax County, North Carolina, approximately 30 miles northeast of Raleigh. The town is situated on the Roanoke River, and is part of the Roanoke Rapids Micropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a total area of 1.3 square miles, all of which is land.

Economy

Weldon’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The town is home to several large farms, as well as several small businesses. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a textile mill, and a paper mill.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Weldon had a population of 2,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 57.2% White, 37.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.2% from other races. The median household income was $25,000, and the median family income was $30,000.

Conclusion

Weldon, North Carolina is a small town located in Halifax County, North Carolina. It is situated on the Roanoke River, approximately 30 miles northeast of Raleigh. The town has a population of approximately 2,000 people and is part of the Roanoke Rapids Micropolitan Statistical Area. Weldon was founded in 1790 and has a rich history, including several battles during the Civil War. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the town has a diverse population.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Weldon?
Total Population of Weldon is 1,536.
What is the Total Male Population of Weldon?
Total Male Population of Weldon is 765.
What is the Total Female Population of Weldon?
Total Female Population of Weldon is 771.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Weldon?
There are 99.22 Males per 100 Females in Weldon.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Weldon?
There are 100.78 Females per 100 Males in Weldon.
What is the Median Population Age in Weldon?
Median Population Age in Weldon is 33.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Weldon
Average Family Size in Weldon is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Weldon
Average Household Size in Weldon is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Weldon?
Per Capita income in Weldon is $20,453.
What is the Median Family Income in Weldon?
Median Family Income in Weldon is $43,421.
What is the Median Household income in Weldon?
Median Household Income in Weldon is $37,330.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Weldon?
Income or Wage Gap in Weldon is 20.1%.
Women in Weldon earn 79.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Weldon?
Inequality or Gini Index in Weldon is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Weldon?
There are 586 People in the Labor Forcein in Weldon.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Weldon?
48.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Weldon.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Weldon?
Unemployment Rate in Weldon is 12.3%.