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Wellman, TX

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Wellman is a small town in Texas with a population of 300. Residents earn $117,578 per year, which is 56% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
300 Population 882/sq mi density
$117,578 Median Income $34,565 per capita
$144,600 Home Value
$518 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$117,578 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,600 home value, $518/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,578
56% higher than US avg
Home Value $144,600
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $518
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
95% lower than US avg

How Wellman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population300
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density882/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans1.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$117,578
Per Capita$34,565
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$610M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,600
Rent$518
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured21.4%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,344 ft (1,019 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+71.4%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute16 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries1

Is Wellman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wellman receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Wellman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wellman is $117,578, which is significantly higher than the national average — 56% above $75,149. This places Wellman among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wellman is $144,600, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $518 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wellman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wellman has a population of 300 with a density of 882 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

300
Total Population
882
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Wellman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.1%
11% below US avg
Spanish29.9%
123% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wellman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wellman is $117,578, which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Wellman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,578
56% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,565
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$54,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)365
County GDP$610M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare18
Retail39
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,750
93% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wellman is $144,600, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $518 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,600
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$518
55% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.5%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,750
93% above US avg
Effective Rate4.67%
In Wellman, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wellman vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.2%
Uninsured21.4%
149% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,938
Dentists1:1,928
Mental Health1:11,547
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits45.1%
Premature Death13,280/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Wellman has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,344 ft (1,019 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density882/sq mi
Coordinates33.0470°N, 102.4274°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48445
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.2-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 65.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+71.4%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density882/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants27
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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