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Wells, NY

New York

Wells is a small town in New York with a population of 597. Residents earn $78,047 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
597 Population 77/sq mi density
$78,047 Median Income $30,546 per capita
$252,900 Home Value
$763 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$78,047 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$252,900 home value, $763/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,047
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,900
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population597
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,047
Per Capita$30,546
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,900
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units492
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking17.2%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation992 ft (302 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+76.7%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute37 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries3

Is Wells a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wells receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Wells offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wells is $78,047, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wells is $252,900, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wells has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wells has a population of 597 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

597
Total Population
77
People / sq mi
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wells vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wells vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wells is $78,047, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Wells vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,047
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,546
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$62,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,190
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare172
Retail196
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wells is $252,900, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,900
10% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.0%
Housing Units492
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Wells, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,124
Dentists1:4,051
Mental Health1:379
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death9,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Wells has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation992 ft (302 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates43.3917°N, 74.3000°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+76.7%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants118
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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