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Wells River, VT
Full City Profile · Vermont · Orange County County
Wells River, VT
At a Glance
How Wells River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wells River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wells River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wells River residents earn a median household income of $40,556 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,622. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,015 business establishments, including 57 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wells River is $160,800 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $218,581. Median rent is $755/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Wells River reports 191 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,349/100K.
Education
15.4% of adults in Wells River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 80.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wells River has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.