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Wellsburg, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Wellsburg is a small town in New York with a population of 471. Residents earn $60,694 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
471 Population 826/sq mi density
$60,694 Median Income $31,733 per capita
$91,000 Home Value $151,248 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$60,694 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,694
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population471
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density826/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$60,694
Per Capita$31,733
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty26.0%
County GDP$4,774M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,000
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,248
Housing Units181
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking18.1%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation834 ft (254 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband93.4%
Libraries6

Is Wellsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wellsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Wellsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wellsburg is $60,694, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wellsburg is $91,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Wellsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wellsburg has a population of 471 with a density of 826 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

471
Total Population
826
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wellsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wellsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wellsburg is $60,694, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Wellsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,694
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,733
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$67,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,914
County GDP$4,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants192
Healthcare189
Retail305
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wellsburg is $91,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

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-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units181
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Effective Rate8.55%
In Wellsburg, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,278
Dentists1:1,536
Mental Health1:290
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death9,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities189
Wellsburg has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall41.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation834 ft (254 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density826/sq mi
Coordinates42.0133°N, 76.7300°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density826/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants192
Retail Stores305

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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