Weldon village, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Weldon village, Illinois Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.5x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Weldon village, Illinois has a total population of 323, the 1065th largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $60,083, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.

Key Takeaways

Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.

Weldon village Quick Facts

Population 323

Median Household Income $60,083

Median Home Value $89,300

Poverty Rate 13.0%

Unemployment Rate 3.3%

Median Age 44.4 years

Homeownership Rate 90.5%

Affordability Ratio 1.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.5%

High School Graduation Rate 95.0%

Diversity Index 7/100

Population 323 1065th of 1,445

Median Income $60,083 below average

Poverty Rate 13.0% 5% higher national

Median Home Value $89,300 bottom 30%

How Weldon village Compares

Median Household Income

Weldon village

$60,083

$81,702

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Weldon village

$89,300

$250,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.3%

$25K-$50K 29.9%

$50K-$100K 36.5%

$100K+ 18.3%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

58.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 90.5%

Renter 9.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.0%

18-34

12.4%

35-54

30.0%

55-74

26.0%

75+

5.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Weldon village Rankings in Illinois

#1065 Population of 1,445

#867 Median Income of 1,445

#1153 Education of 1,445

#974 Home Value of 1,445

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Cities Similar to Weldon village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Panama village	327	$60,096	$60,800	7.5%	9.5%
Royal Lakes village	318	N/A	$54,400	3.9%	30.5%
Hanaford village	327	$59,500	$56,100	3.7%	9.5%
Belgium village	326	$61,591	$75,900	7.4%	12.9%
Seymour CDP	333	N/A	$135,500	11.7%	15.3%

Population Overview

Weldon village is a small community located in Illinois. The total population is 323. It ranks as the 1065th most populous out of 1,445 cities and towns in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Weldon village is 44.4 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Weldon village is $60,083. This is 26% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $89,300. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $250,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Weldon village is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Weldon village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.6% vs 58.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 18.5%.

Education

9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Weldon village, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Weldon village, Illinois?

Weldon village, Illinois has a population of 323 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Weldon village, IL?

The median household income in Weldon village is $60,083, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Weldon village, IL?

The poverty rate in Weldon village is 13.0%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Weldon village, Illinois?

Weldon village's population is 96.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Weldon village, IL?

The median home value in Weldon village is $89,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.

How educated is Weldon village, Illinois?

9.5% of adults (25+) in Weldon village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.