Median Income
$119,000
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.9%
8% higher than US avg
How Wellesley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population11,318
Median AgeN/A
Density106/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Economy
A
Median Income$119,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment3.9%
PovertyN/A
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units3,365
Rent Burden11.0%
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+20.7%
Graduate+3.3%
Is Wellesley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wellesley receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Wellesley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wellesley is $119,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Wellesley among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market.
Education
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 20.7% have completed high school.
Wellesley has a population of 11,318 with a density of 106 people per square mile.
Population
11,318
Total Population
2021 Census
Race & Ethnicity
Wellesley vs U.S. Average
Social Characteristics
Wellesley vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wellesley is $119,000, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average).
Income: Wellesley vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $119,000 |
| 58% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 86.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 13.1% |
| Housing Units | 3,365 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Wellesley vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Wellesley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Area | 107.2 sq mi (277.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4769°N, 80.7621°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |