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Wells, TX

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Wells is a small town in Texas with a population of 741. Residents earn $64,250 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
741 Population 386/sq mi density
$64,250 Median Income $21,182 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$772 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$64,250 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $772/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,250
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $772
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.9%
149% higher than US avg

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

People

Population741
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density386/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,250
Per Capita$21,182
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty30.9%
County GDP$3,747M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$772
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units305
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured16.9%
Smoking20.9%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation333 ft (101 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+60.4%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries1

Is Wells a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wells receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. 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 $64,250, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 30.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wells is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $772 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wells enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wells has a population of 741 with a density of 386 people per square mile. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.6%), with 3% Hispanic, 16.6% Black.

Population

741
Total Population
386
People / sq mi
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Wells vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wells vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wells is $64,250, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Wells vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,250
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,182
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$66,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.9%
149% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,424
County GDP$3,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare188
Retail222
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wells is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $772 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$772
34% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.7%
Housing Units305
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Effective Rate5.25%
In Wells, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.5%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Uninsured16.9%
97% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,406
Dentists1:1,707
Mental Health1:647
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death11,089/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities188
Wells has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation333 ft (101 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates31.4916°N, 94.9473°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48347
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+60.4%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density386/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants138
Retail Stores222

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

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