What are the schools like in South Weldon, NC?

School district data for South Weldon is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in South Weldon?

The median household income in South Weldon, NC is $20,417 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.6%.

What is the weather like in South Weldon, NC?

South Weldon has an average high temperature of 49.5°F in January and 89.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 5.0 inches.

South Weldon, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is South Weldon, NC affordable or expensive?

South Weldon's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Weldon is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $65,600 and the median rent is $761 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in South Weldon, NC?

South Weldon has a violent crime rate of 469.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1855.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is South Weldon, NC a Good Place to Live?

South Weldon is a small town of 619 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $20,417 and a 10.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: South Weldon stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether South Weldon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All South Weldon city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 86.3

South Weldon's overall cost of living index is 86.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in South Weldon costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	South Weldon, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$65,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$761	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	31.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$20,417	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

South Weldon's violent crime rate is 469.9 per 100,000 residents — 24% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

469.9 /100k

Property Crime

1855.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	South Weldon, NC	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	0.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Weldon sees average highs of 49.5°F in January and 89.4°F in July, with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation and 5.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Weldon, NC
Average High — January	49.5°F
Average High — July	89.4°F
Annual Precipitation	49.5"
Annual Snowfall	5.0"

Demographics

Metric	South Weldon, NC	National Avg
Population	619	—
Median Age	25.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	1.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	98.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	38.1%	22.2%
65 and over	2.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Weldon, NC 1 mi Garysburg, NC 3 mi Roanoke Rapids, NC 3 mi Halifax, NC 6 mi Gaston, NC 6 mi

South Weldon vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Weldon, NC affordable or expensive?

South Weldon's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes South Weldon roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $65,600 and median rent is $761/month.

What is the crime rate in South Weldon, NC?

South Weldon's violent crime rate is 469.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1855.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in South Weldon?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is South Weldon, NC a good place to live?

South Weldon, NC has a population of 619, a median household income of $20,417, and an unemployment rate of 10.6%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in South Weldon?

South Weldon averages 49.5°F in January and 89.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.5 inches with about 5.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of South Weldon?

The population of South Weldon, North Carolina is 619 with a median age of 25.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in South Weldon?

Key numbers for living in South Weldon: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $65,600, median household income $20,417, crime index 110 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare South Weldon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.