Weldon, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Weldon, Iowa had a total population of 88, the 875th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $51,875, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Weldon Quick Facts
How Weldon Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 90 | 88 | -2.2% |
| Median household income | $37,708 | $51,875 | +37.6% |
How Weldon Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Weldon Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Decatur County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamoni | 2,207 | $54,554 | 16.6% | $113,400 |
| Leon | 1,899 | $54,231 | 10.7% | $99,800 |
| Van Wert | 188 | $74,375 | 5.3% | $66,800 |
| Garden Grove | 171 | $34,000 | 22.2% | $46,100 |
| Grand River | 166 | $40,156 | 19.3% | $40,000 |
| Davis City | 160 | $36,833 | 20.0% | $54,300 |
| Pleasanton | 61 | N/A | 0.0% | $210,700 |
| Le Roy | 19 | $56,875 | 5.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Weldon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rossie | 88 | N/A | N/A | 2.9% | 8.0% |
| McIntire | 89 | N/A | $55,000 | 5.1% | 23.6% |
| Toronto | 87 | $51,786 | $103,100 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Rochester | 90 | N/A | $340,300 | 15.6% | 0.0% |
| East Amana | 91 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 87.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 88, Weldon's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Weldon is a small community located in Iowa, within Decatur County. The total population is 88. It ranks as the 875th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Weldon is 60.1 years. This is 56% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Weldon is $51,875. This is 31% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 49% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Weldon, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 74.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Weldon was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
14.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 82.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Weldon, Iowa is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Weldon, Iowa?
Weldon, Iowa has a population of 88 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Weldon, IA?
The median household income in Weldon is $51,875, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Weldon, IA?
The poverty rate in Weldon is 5.7%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Weldon, Iowa?
Weldon's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Weldon, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Weldon — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Weldon, Iowa?
14.5% of adults (25+) in Weldon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.