Wellesley, MA

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Wellesley Overview

29,862
TOTAL POPULATION
13,343
MALE POPULATION
16,519
FEMALE POPULATION
80.77
MALES / 100 FEMALES
123.80
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$111,690
PER CAPITA INCOME
$250,001
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$250,001
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
81.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
18.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,359
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Wellesley Zip Codes

Wellesley Area Codes

Race in Wellesley

The most populous races in Wellesley are White / Caucasian (22,634 | 75.8%), Asian (3,965 | 13.3%), and Two or more Races (2,270 | 7.6%).
Race in Wellesley
Race# Population% Population
Asian3,96513.3%
Black / African American6352.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,5895.3%
Native / Alaskan620.2%
White / Caucasian22,63475.8%
Two or more Races2,2707.6%
Some other Race2961.0%
Total29,862100.0%

Ancestry in Wellesley

The most populous ancestries reported in Wellesley are Irish (5,253 | 17.6%), English (4,075 | 13.7%), Italian (3,356 | 11.2%), German (2,794 | 9.4%), and Indian (Asian) (2,556 | 8.6%), together accounting for 60.4% of all Wellesley residents.
Ancestry in Wellesley
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan80.0%
African720.2%
Albanian390.1%
American1,3814.6%
Arab2780.9%
Argentinean1420.5%
Armenian4191.4%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac80.0%
Australian10.0%
Austrian3891.3%
Bahamian440.2%
Barbadian30.0%
Belgian480.2%
Belizean70.0%
Bhutanese1730.6%
Bolivian20.0%
Brazilian240.1%
British6842.3%
Bulgarian270.1%
Burmese4131.4%
Canadian1850.6%
Cape Verdean140.1%
Central American1120.4%
Central American Indian70.0%
Cherokee70.0%
Colombian1130.4%
Costa Rican60.0%
Croatian290.1%
Cuban580.2%
Czech720.2%
Danish2440.8%
Dominican310.1%
Dutch2450.8%
Eastern European3691.2%
Ecuadorian170.1%
Egyptian80.0%
English4,07513.7%
European7302.4%
Filipino1620.5%
Finnish940.3%
French7922.6%
French Canadian4841.6%
German2,7949.4%
Ghanaian190.1%
Greek3031.0%
Guatemalan470.2%
Guyanese220.1%
Haitian1130.4%
Honduran170.1%
Hungarian830.3%
Indian (Asian)2,5568.6%
Iranian1880.6%
Irish5,25317.6%
Israeli200.1%
Italian3,35611.2%
Jamaican460.2%
Japanese330.1%
Jordanian90.0%
Kenyan200.1%
Korean1840.6%
Laotian430.1%
Latvian420.1%
Lebanese1630.5%
Lithuanian1440.5%
Maltese100.0%
Mexican2390.8%
Mexican American Indian80.0%
Mongolian10.0%
Moroccan530.2%
Native Hawaiian190.1%
New Zealander80.0%
Nigerian100.0%
Northern European920.3%
Norwegian3891.3%
Okinawan10.0%
Pakistani160.1%
Palestinian190.1%
Panamanian320.1%
Peruvian290.1%
Polish1,0313.5%
Portuguese2120.7%
Pueblo50.0%
Puerto Rican1880.6%
Romanian1410.5%
Russian5872.0%
Salvadoran100.0%
Scandinavian250.1%
Scotch-Irish2350.8%
Scottish8392.8%
Seminole330.1%
Serbian690.2%
Sierra Leonean70.0%
Slavic100.0%
Slovak770.3%
Somali250.1%
South African560.2%
South American3511.2%
Spaniard3311.1%
Spanish1320.4%
Sri Lankan730.2%
Subsaharan African2490.8%
Swedish4551.5%
Swiss820.3%
Syrian100.0%
Thai9093.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian370.1%
Turkish250.1%
Ukrainian2550.9%
Venezuelan400.1%
Vietnamese50.0%
Welsh830.3%
West Indian110.0%
Zimbabwean20.0%
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Immigrants in Wellesley

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wellesley came from Asia (2,539 | 8.5%), Eastern Asia (1,707 | 5.7%), Europe (1,691 | 5.7%), China (1,492 | 5.0%), and Northern Europe (772 | 2.6%), together accounting for 27.5% of all Wellesley residents.
Immigrants in Wellesley
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1640.5%
Albania200.1%
Argentina1160.4%
Asia2,5398.5%
Australia600.2%
Austria90.0%
Belarus100.0%
Belgium110.0%
Brazil320.1%
Bulgaria100.0%
Cambodia330.1%
Canada2400.8%
Caribbean1520.5%
Central America1230.4%
China1,4925.0%
Colombia160.1%
Cuba190.1%
Czechoslovakia210.1%
Denmark530.2%
Eastern Africa220.1%
Eastern Asia1,7075.7%
Eastern Europe4371.5%
Ecuador240.1%
Egypt80.0%
El Salvador650.2%
England810.3%
Europe1,6915.7%
France410.1%
Germany1240.4%
Ghana310.1%
Greece540.2%
Guatemala380.1%
Haiti1220.4%
Honduras90.0%
Hong Kong1320.4%
India3831.3%
Indonesia60.0%
Iran700.2%
Ireland1110.4%
Israel200.1%
Italy300.1%
Japan670.2%
Jordan90.0%
Kenya200.1%
Korea1480.5%
Kuwait70.0%
Latin America4791.6%
Lebanon290.1%
Lithuania100.0%
Malaysia310.1%
Mexico110.0%
Moldova570.2%
Morocco530.2%
Nepal50.0%
Netherlands80.0%
Northern Africa610.2%
Northern Europe7722.6%
Oceania850.3%
Pakistan850.3%
Peru60.0%
Philippines380.1%
Poland950.3%
Portugal430.1%
Romania560.2%
Russia1200.4%
Scotland70.0%
Singapore70.0%
South Africa500.2%
South America2040.7%
South Central Asia5912.0%
South Eastern Asia1470.5%
Southern Europe2470.8%
Spain1200.4%
Sri Lanka480.2%
Sweden210.1%
Switzerland420.1%
Taiwan270.1%
Trinidad and Tobago110.0%
Turkey130.0%
Ukraine210.1%
Venezuela100.0%
Vietnam320.1%
Western Africa310.1%
Western Asia780.3%
Western Europe2350.8%
Zimbabwe20.0%
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Sex and Age in Wellesley

Sex and Age in Wellesley

The most populous age groups in Wellesley are 15 to 19 Years (1,612 | 12.1%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (2,468 | 14.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wellesley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years796 (6.0%)752 (4.5%)
5 to 9 Years867 (6.5%)988 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years1,405 (10.5%)1,184 (7.2%)
15 to 19 Years1,612 (12.1%)2,468 (14.9%)
20 to 24 Years998 (7.5%)2,141 (13.0%)
25 to 29 Years210 (1.6%)185 (1.1%)
30 to 34 Years299 (2.2%)463 (2.8%)
35 to 39 Years576 (4.3%)648 (3.9%)
40 to 44 Years734 (5.5%)818 (5.0%)
45 to 49 Years1,047 (7.9%)1,408 (8.5%)
50 to 54 Years926 (6.9%)819 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years1,057 (7.9%)960 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years927 (7.0%)1,006 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years621 (4.6%)572 (3.5%)
70 to 74 Years462 (3.5%)682 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years401 (3.0%)528 (3.2%)
80 to 84 Years189 (1.4%)328 (2.0%)
85 Years and over216 (1.6%)569 (3.4%)
Total13,343 (100.0%)16,519 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wellesley

Median Family Size in Wellesley

The median family size in Wellesley is 3.28 persons per family, with married-couple families (6,263 | 89.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.35 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (210 | 3.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.15 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wellesley
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple6,263 (89.2%)3.35
Single Male/Father210 (3.0%)2.15
Single Female/Mother546 (7.8%)2.86
Total Families7,019 (100.0%)3.28

Median Household Size in Wellesley

The median household size in Wellesley is 2.84 persons per household, with married-couple households (6,263 | 69.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.39 persons per household. non-family households (1,937 | 21.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wellesley
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple6,263 (69.9%)3.39
Single Male/Father210 (2.3%)2.20
Single Female/Mother546 (6.1%)2.94
Non-family1,937 (21.6%)1.09
Total Households8,956 (100.0%)2.84

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wellesley

Out of a total of 8,956 households in Wellesley, 7,019 (78.4%) are family households, while 1,937 (21.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,635, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,777.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wellesley
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,777 (19.8%)
2-Person Households2,635 (29.4%)134 (1.5%)
3-Person Households1,366 (15.2%)26 (0.3%)
4-Person Households1,673 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households943 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households365 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households37 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,019 (78.4%)1,937 (21.6%)

Female Fertility in Wellesley

Fertility by Age in Wellesley

Average fertility rate in Wellesley is 41.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 79.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 70.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Wellesley
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years99 (29.4%)35.0
35 to 50 years238 (70.6%)79.0
Total337 (100.0%)41.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wellesley

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wellesley
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years238 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total337 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Wellesley

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wellesley
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree7 (2.1%)3.0
Bachelor's Degree85 (25.2%)48.0
Graduate Degree245 (72.7%)122.0
Total337 (100.0%)41.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wellesley

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wellesley
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree245 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total337 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Wellesley

Income Overview in Wellesley

Per Capita Income in Wellesley is $111,690, while median incomes of families and households are $250,001 and $250,001 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income29,862$111,690
Median Family Income7,019$250,001
Mean Family Income7,019$425,556
Median Household Income8,956$250,001
Mean Household Income8,956$367,801
Income Deficit7,019$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)29,86281.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)29,86218.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index29,8620.49

Earnings by Sex in Wellesley

Average Earnings in Wellesley are $70,984, $165,281 for men and $30,269 for women, a difference of 81.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Wellesley
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,483 (47.7%)$165,281
Female8,218 (52.3%)$30,269
Total15,701 (100.0%)$70,984

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wellesley

The most common earnings brackets in Wellesley are $100,000+ for men (4,605 | 61.5%) and $100,000+ for women (2,373 | 28.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wellesley
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less471 (6.3%)1,490 (18.1%)
$2,500 to $4,999275 (3.7%)1,012 (12.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499256 (3.4%)426 (5.2%)
$7,500 to $9,99990 (1.2%)218 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499145 (1.9%)257 (3.1%)
$12,500 to $14,999104 (1.4%)260 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49937 (0.5%)97 (1.2%)
$17,500 to $19,99968 (0.9%)105 (1.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49976 (1.0%)88 (1.1%)
$22,500 to $24,999129 (1.7%)60 (0.7%)
$25,000 to $29,999123 (1.6%)89 (1.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99976 (1.0%)194 (2.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99941 (0.5%)56 (0.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99997 (1.3%)211 (2.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99994 (1.3%)144 (1.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99995 (1.3%)170 (2.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99966 (0.9%)330 (4.0%)
$65,000 to $74,999289 (3.9%)211 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999346 (4.6%)427 (5.2%)
$100,000+4,605 (61.5%)2,373 (28.9%)
Total7,483 (100.0%)8,218 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wellesley

Average earnings in Wellesley are $225,509 for men and $95,492 for women, a difference of 57.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $238,371, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $76,111. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $131,293, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $34,214.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wellesley
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$76,111$34,214
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$206,000$58,163
Graduate Degree$238,371$131,293
Total$225,509$95,492

Family Income in Wellesley

Family Income Brackets in Wellesley

According to the Wellesley family income data, there are 4,976 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 70.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 21 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Wellesley
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000841.2%
$10,000 to $14,999210.3%
$15,000 to $24,999841.2%
$25,000 to $34,999350.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991191.7%
$50,000 to $74,9992323.3%
$75,000 to $99,9993374.8%
$100,000 to $149,9995768.2%
$150,000 to $199,9995557.9%
$200,000+4,97670.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wellesley

3-person families (1,375 | 19.6%) account for the highest median family income in Wellesley with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (2,712 | 38.6%) have the highest median income of $111,698 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wellesley
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,712 (38.6%)$223,396
3-Person Families1,375 (19.6%)$250,001
4-Person Families1,652 (23.5%)$250,001
5-Person Families930 (13.3%)$250,001
6-Person Families321 (4.6%)$250,001
7+ Person Families29 (0.4%)$250,001
Total7,019 (100.0%)$250,001

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wellesley

The median family income in Wellesley is $250,001, with families comprising 2 earners (3,296) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (717) have the lowest median family income of $129,779, accounting for 47.0% and 10.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wellesley
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners717 (10.2%)$129,779
1 Earner2,266 (32.3%)$233,750
2 Earners3,296 (47.0%)$250,001
3+ Earners740 (10.5%)$250,001
Total7,019 (100.0%)$250,001

Household Income in Wellesley

Household Income Brackets in Wellesley

With 5,436 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Wellesley, accounting for 60.7% of all households. In contrast, only 116 households (1.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Wellesley
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002152.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991161.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991972.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991972.2%
$35,000 to $49,9992242.5%
$50,000 to $74,9994485.0%
$75,000 to $99,9996186.9%
$100,000 to $149,9998429.4%
$150,000 to $199,9996547.3%
$200,000+5,43660.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wellesley

The median household income in Wellesley is $250,001, with the highest median household income of $250,001 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,807 households (20.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 30 households (0.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wellesley
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years30 (0.3%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,807 (20.2%)$250,001
45 to 64 Years4,425 (49.4%)$250,001
65+ Years2,694 (30.1%)$125,000
Total8,956 (100.0%)$250,001

Poverty in Wellesley

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wellesley

With 4.0% poverty level for males and 4.2% for females among the residents of Wellesley, 18 to 24 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 107 males (16.3%) and 96 females (7.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wellesley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (3.5%)8 (1.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years37 (2.9%)88 (6.4%)
12 to 14 Years20 (2.4%)3 (0.4%)
15 Years11 (4.2%)9 (5.2%)
16 and 17 Years15 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years107 (16.3%)66 (7.0%)
25 to 34 Years63 (12.6%)9 (1.4%)
35 to 44 Years15 (1.1%)45 (3.1%)
45 to 54 Years28 (1.4%)81 (3.6%)
55 to 64 Years93 (4.7%)107 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years35 (3.3%)40 (3.2%)
75 Years and over41 (5.2%)96 (7.4%)
Total493 (4.0%)552 (4.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wellesley

According to the poverty statistics in Wellesley, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wellesley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years766 (96.5%)728 (98.9%)
5 Years140 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,239 (97.1%)1,295 (93.6%)
12 to 14 Years826 (97.6%)716 (99.6%)
15 Years250 (95.8%)163 (94.8%)
16 and 17 Years687 (97.9%)330 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years548 (83.7%)881 (93.0%)
25 to 34 Years437 (87.4%)639 (98.6%)
35 to 44 Years1,295 (98.9%)1,421 (96.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,945 (98.6%)2,136 (96.4%)
55 to 64 Years1,872 (95.3%)1,859 (94.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,041 (96.8%)1,202 (96.8%)
75 Years and over748 (94.8%)1,200 (92.6%)
Total11,794 (96.0%)12,631 (95.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wellesley

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wellesley show that 1.8% or 112 of the total 6,263 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 3.9%, comprising of 39 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wellesley
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,897 (98.6%)41 (1.4%)
1 or 2 Children2,290 (98.6%)32 (1.4%)
3 or 4 Children959 (96.1%)39 (3.9%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,151 (98.2%)112 (1.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wellesley

According to the poverty data in Wellesley, 7.6% or 16 single-father households and 5.1% or 28 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (9.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (8.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wellesley
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children16 (9.9%)28 (8.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (7.6%)28 (5.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wellesley

The poverty data for Wellesley shows that 112 of the married-couple family households (1.8%) and 44 of the single-parent households (5.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (3.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 household (8.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wellesley
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children41 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children32 (1.4%)44 (8.8%)
3 or 4 Children39 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (1.8%)44 (5.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Wellesley

Employment by Class of Employer in Wellesley

Among the 12,650 employed individuals in Wellesley, private company employees (8,166 | 64.5%), not-for-profit organizations (2,319 | 18.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (725 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wellesley
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8,16664.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)5374.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7255.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,31918.3%
Local Government Employees4313.4%
State Government Employees2882.3%
Federal Government Employees1581.3%
Unpaid Family Workers260.2%
Total12,650100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wellesley

According to the labor force statistics for Wellesley, out of the total population over 16 years of age (23,437), 57.0% or 13,359 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 534 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 90.3% or 688 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.8% or 96 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wellesley
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1,200 (32.9%)18 (1.5%)
20 to 24 Years1,774 (56.5%)142 (8.0%)
25 to 29 Years255 (64.6%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years688 (90.3%)30 (4.4%)
35 to 44 Years2,296 (82.7%)85 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years3,091 (73.6%)77 (2.5%)
55 to 59 Years1,533 (76.0%)32 (2.1%)
60 to 64 Years1,282 (66.3%)40 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years982 (42.0%)96 (9.8%)
75 Years and over261 (11.7%)20 (7.7%)
Total13,359 (57.0%)534 (4.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wellesley

According to labor force statistics for Wellesley, 75.7% of individuals (9,147) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (12,083) are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 265 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 79.3% or 8,640 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.4% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wellesley
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School55 (36.7%)25 (16.4%)
High School Diploma199 (56.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree246 (36.0%)33 (4.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8,640 (79.3%)305 (2.8%)
Total9,147 (75.7%)350 (2.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wellesley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wellesley are Management (2,947 | 23.0%), Community & Social Service (2,552 | 19.9%), Business & Financial (1,448 | 11.3%), Education Instruction & Library (1,325 | 10.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,290 | 10.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wellesley

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wellesley, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (88.7%), Computers & Mathematics (65.5%), and Management (65.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (77.5%), Education Instruction & Library (70.7%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (65.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wellesley
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,930 (65.5%)1,017 (34.5%)
Business & Financial745 (51.4%)703 (48.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science829 (64.3%)461 (35.7%)
Computers & Mathematics397 (65.5%)209 (34.5%)
Architecture & Engineering173 (88.7%)22 (11.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science259 (53.0%)230 (47.0%)
Community & Social Service 949 (37.2%)1,603 (62.8%)
Education, Arts & Media25 (22.5%)86 (77.5%)
Legal Services & Support373 (58.4%)266 (41.6%)
Education Instruction & Library388 (29.3%)937 (70.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment163 (34.2%)314 (65.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating445 (38.9%)700 (61.1%)
Health Technologists383 (40.1%)572 (59.9%)
Total (Category)4,898 (52.2%)4,484 (47.8%)
Total (Overall)6,500 (50.7%)6,321 (49.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wellesley are Food Preparation & Serving (299 | 2.3%), Personal Care & Service (259 | 2.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (131 | 1.0%), Security & Protection (90 | 0.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (83 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations in Wellesley

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wellesley, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (72.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (80.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (66.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wellesley
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Security & Protection35 (38.9%)55 (61.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention28 (33.7%)55 (66.3%)
Law Enforcement7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving152 (50.8%)147 (49.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance95 (72.5%)36 (27.5%)
Personal Care & Service51 (19.7%)208 (80.3%)
Total (Category)333 (40.5%)489 (59.5%)
Total (Overall)6,500 (50.7%)6,321 (49.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wellesley are Sales & Related (1,212 | 9.5%), and Office & Administration (991 | 7.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wellesley

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wellesley
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related829 (68.4%)383 (31.6%)
Office & Administration183 (18.5%)808 (81.5%)
Total (Category)1,012 (45.9%)1,191 (54.1%)
Total (Overall)6,500 (50.7%)6,321 (49.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wellesley are Construction & Extraction (133 | 1.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (43 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wellesley

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wellesley
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction125 (94.0%)8 (6.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)168 (95.5%)8 (4.5%)
Total (Overall)6,500 (50.7%)6,321 (49.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wellesley are Material Moving (103 | 0.8%), Production (74 | 0.6%), and Transportation (61 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wellesley

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wellesley
OccupationMaleFemale
Production44 (59.5%)30 (40.5%)
Transportation19 (31.1%)42 (68.9%)
Material Moving26 (25.2%)77 (74.8%)
Total (Category)89 (37.4%)149 (62.6%)
Total (Overall)6,500 (50.7%)6,321 (49.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wellesley

Employment Industries in Wellesley

The major employment industries in Wellesley include Professional & Scientific (2,684 | 20.9%), Educational Services (2,281 | 17.8%), Finance & Insurance (1,807 | 14.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,709 | 13.3%), and Manufacturing (630 | 4.9%).
Employment Industries in Wellesley

Employment Industries by Sex in Wellesley

The Wellesley industries that see more men than women are Utilities (84.2%), Construction (75.7%), and Wholesale Trade (71.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (75.4%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (72.1%), and Enterprise Management (69.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wellesley
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting12 (27.9%)31 (72.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction203 (75.7%)65 (24.2%)
Manufacturing386 (61.3%)244 (38.7%)
Wholesale Trade118 (71.5%)47 (28.5%)
Retail Trade281 (46.7%)321 (53.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing45 (56.2%)35 (43.8%)
Utilities48 (84.2%)9 (15.8%)
Information303 (56.9%)230 (43.1%)
Finance & Insurance1,279 (70.8%)528 (29.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing217 (68.4%)100 (31.6%)
Professional & Scientific1,805 (67.2%)879 (32.8%)
Enterprise Management22 (30.6%)50 (69.4%)
Administrative & Support108 (39.9%)163 (60.2%)
Educational Services560 (24.5%)1,721 (75.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance586 (34.3%)1,123 (65.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation128 (34.2%)246 (65.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services162 (45.3%)196 (54.7%)
Public Administration172 (57.0%)130 (43.0%)
Total6,500 (50.7%)6,321 (49.3%)

Education in Wellesley

School Enrollment in Wellesley

The most common levels of schooling among the 11,731 students in Wellesley are college / undergraduate (4,647 | 39.6%), middle school (2,192 | 18.7%), and high school (1,856 | 15.8%).
School Enrollment in Wellesley
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7906.7%
Kindergarten2752.3%
Elementary School1,60913.7%
Middle School2,19218.7%
High School1,85615.8%
College / Undergraduate4,64739.6%
Graduate / Professional3623.1%
Total11,731100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wellesley

Out of a total of 11,731 students who are enrolled in schools in Wellesley, 6,522 (55.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,209 (44.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 127 (96.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,018 (81.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wellesley
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds186 (27.3%)496 (72.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,385 (76.9%)416 (23.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,018 (81.2%)467 (18.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,124 (74.2%)390 (25.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds281 (11.5%)2,156 (88.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds141 (5.7%)2,315 (94.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (3.8%)127 (96.2%)
35 Years and over63 (28.1%)161 (71.9%)
Total5,209 (44.4%)6,522 (55.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wellesley

Social sciences (2,921 | 18.7%), business (2,202 | 14.1%), literature & languages (1,473 | 9.4%), engineering (1,331 | 8.5%), and liberal arts & history (1,282 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 15,658 individuals in Wellesley who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wellesley
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics8755.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,1237.2%
Physical & Health Sciences6784.3%
Psychology8065.1%
Social Sciences2,92118.7%
Engineering1,3318.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies1340.9%
Science & Technology6734.3%
Business2,20214.1%
Education7875.0%
Literature & Languages1,4739.4%
Liberal Arts & History1,2828.2%
Visual & Performing Arts6654.3%
Communications3582.3%
Arts & Humanities3502.2%
Total15,658100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wellesley

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wellesley

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wellesley are males with 2 vehicles (3,578, accounting for 58.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,411, making up 74.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wellesley
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle57 (0.9%)99 (2.1%)
1 Vehicle535 (8.7%)691 (14.5%)
2 Vehicles3,578 (58.3%)2,411 (50.5%)
3 Vehicles1,460 (23.8%)1,176 (24.6%)
4 Vehicles276 (4.5%)157 (3.3%)
5 or more Vehicles233 (3.8%)241 (5.1%)
Total6,139 (100.0%)4,775 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wellesley

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wellesley are 45 to 59 minutes (1,283 commuters, 14.1%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,254 commuters, 13.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,195 commuters, 13.2%).
Commute Time in Wellesley
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3213.5%
5 to 9 Minutes8048.8%
10 to 14 Minutes1,19513.2%
15 to 19 Minutes1,00511.1%
20 to 24 Minutes8699.6%
25 to 29 Minutes5546.1%
30 to 34 Minutes1,25413.8%
35 to 39 Minutes3383.7%
40 to 44 Minutes5265.8%
45 to 59 Minutes1,28314.1%
60 to 89 Minutes8078.9%
90 or more Minutes1321.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Wellesley

The most common commute times in Wellesley are 45 to 59 minutes (815 commuters, 17.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (787 commuters, 17.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wellesley
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes149 (3.2%)172 (3.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes217 (4.7%)587 (13.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes408 (8.8%)787 (17.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes366 (7.9%)639 (14.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes489 (10.6%)380 (8.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes353 (7.6%)201 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes781 (16.9%)473 (10.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes241 (5.2%)97 (2.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes293 (6.4%)233 (5.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes815 (17.7%)468 (10.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes416 (9.0%)391 (8.7%)
90 or more Minutes85 (1.8%)47 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wellesley

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wellesley are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (763, 16.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (738, 16.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wellesley
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM173 (3.7%)45 (1.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM62 (1.3%)43 (1.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM218 (4.7%)11 (0.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM218 (4.7%)159 (3.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM458 (9.9%)165 (3.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM713 (15.5%)738 (16.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM587 (12.7%)569 (12.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM763 (16.5%)653 (14.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM447 (9.7%)533 (11.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM400 (8.7%)567 (12.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM66 (1.4%)76 (1.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM22 (0.5%)202 (4.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM328 (7.1%)493 (11.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM158 (3.4%)221 (4.9%)
Total4,613 (100.0%)4,475 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wellesley

Occupancy by Ownership in Wellesley

Of the total 8,956 dwellings in Wellesley, owner-occupied units account for 7,561 (84.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,395 (15.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wellesley
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,56184.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,39515.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units8,956100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wellesley

Occupancy by Household Size in Wellesley
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,77719.8%
2-Person Household2,76930.9%
3-Person Household1,39215.5%
4+ Person Household3,01833.7%
Total Housing Units8,956100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wellesley

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wellesley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,263 (71.1%)514 (28.9%)
2-Person Household2,373 (85.7%)396 (14.3%)
3-Person Household1,226 (88.1%)166 (11.9%)
4+ Person Household2,699 (89.4%)319 (10.6%)
Total Housing Units7,561 (84.4%)1,395 (15.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wellesley

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wellesley
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School37 (59.7%)25 (40.3%)
High School Diploma140 (42.4%)190 (57.6%)
College/Associate Degree458 (73.3%)167 (26.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6,926 (87.2%)1,013 (12.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wellesley

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wellesley
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years4394.9%
35 to 44 Years1,39815.6%
45 to 54 Years2,17624.3%
55 to 64 Years2,24925.1%
65 to 74 Years1,14012.7%
75 to 84 Years99011.1%
85 Years and Over5646.3%
Total8,956100.0%

Housing Finances in Wellesley

Median Income by Occupancy in Wellesley

Median Income by Occupancy in Wellesley
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,561 (84.4%)$250,001
Renter-Occupied1,395 (15.6%)$106,193
Average8,956 (100.0%)$250,001

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wellesley

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wellesley
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000101 (1.3%)83 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)33 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99971 (0.9%)42 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99938 (0.5%)68 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99967 (0.9%)28 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999109 (1.4%)90 (6.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999158 (2.1%)66 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999337 (4.5%)110 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999463 (6.1%)157 (11.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999647 (8.6%)196 (14.1%)
$150,000 or more5,570 (73.7%)522 (37.4%)
Total7,561 (100.0%)1,395 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wellesley

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wellesley
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30031 (0.4%)24 (1.7%)
$300 to $49944 (0.6%)105 (7.5%)
$500 to $79937 (0.5%)28 (2.0%)
$800 to $999207 (2.7%)47 (3.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499737 (9.8%)97 (7.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999713 (9.4%)170 (12.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499610 (8.1%)126 (9.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999479 (6.3%)183 (13.1%)
$3,000 or more4,703 (62.2%)514 (36.8%)
Total7,561 (100.0%)1,395 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wellesley

Housing Structures in Wellesley

Housing Structures in Wellesley
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7,38482.5%
Single Unit, Attached3343.7%
2 Unit Apartments2713.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2532.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments460.5%
10 or more Apartments6687.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total8,956100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wellesley

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wellesley
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached6,941 (94.0%)443 (6.0%)
Single Unit, Attached136 (40.7%)198 (59.3%)
2 Unit Apartments120 (44.3%)151 (55.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments62 (24.5%)191 (75.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6 (13.0%)40 (87.0%)
10 or more Apartments296 (44.3%)372 (55.7%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,561 (84.4%)1,395 (15.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wellesley

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wellesley
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room39 (0.5%)20 (1.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms54 (0.7%)280 (20.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms626 (8.3%)448 (32.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,661 (22.0%)340 (24.4%)
8 or more Rooms5,181 (68.5%)307 (22.0%)
Total7,561 (100.0%)1,395 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wellesley

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wellesley
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,501 (72.8%)878 (62.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas110 (1.5%)17 (1.2%)
Electricity560 (7.4%)295 (21.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,306 (17.3%)205 (14.7%)
Coal or Coke14 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels39 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used31 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,561 (100.0%)1,395 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wellesley

Household Vehicle Usage in Wellesley
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle97 (1.3%)291 (20.9%)
1 Vehicle1,572 (20.8%)618 (44.3%)
2 Vehicles4,114 (54.4%)378 (27.1%)
3 or more Vehicles1,778 (23.5%)108 (7.7%)
Total7,561 (100.0%)1,395 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wellesley

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wellesley

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,7084,853
Median Property Value$1,238,000$1,512,400
Median Household Income$192,222$4,048
Monthly Housing Costs$1,501$4,277
Real Estate Taxes$10,001$15

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wellesley

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wellesley
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00047 (1.7%)48 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99912 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99950 (1.8%)63 (1.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99972 (2.7%)53 (1.1%)
$500,000 to $749,999184 (6.8%)168 (3.5%)
$750,000 to $999,999433 (16.0%)774 (16.0%)
$1,000,000 or more1,910 (70.5%)3,747 (77.2%)
Total2,708 (100.0%)4,853 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wellesley

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wellesley
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00053 (2.0%)93 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $24,999124 (4.6%)48 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99985 (3.1%)52 (1.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999128 (4.7%)24 (0.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999263 (9.7%)30 (0.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999233 (8.6%)74 (1.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999300 (11.1%)230 (4.7%)
$150,000 or more1,522 (56.2%)347 (7.1%)
Total2,708 (100.0%)4,853 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wellesley

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wellesley
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x186 (6.9%)250,001 (5,151.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x276 (10.2%)533 (11.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x307 (11.3%)1,127 (23.2%)
4.0x or more1,918 (70.8%)823 (17.0%)
Total2,708 (100.0%)4,853 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wellesley

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wellesley
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80017 (0.6%)38 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,49910 (0.4%)47 (1.0%)
$800 to $1,4992,641 (97.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,708 (100.0%)4,853 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wellesley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wellesley

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wellesley
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,749 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years6,626 (96.8%)216 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years4,509 (96.7%)154 (3.3%)
26 to 34 Years1,059 (96.8%)35 (3.2%)
35 to 44 Years2,759 (99.4%)17 (0.6%)
45 to 54 Years4,167 (99.5%)23 (0.5%)
55 to 64 Years3,860 (98.2%)71 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,311 (99.7%)7 (0.3%)
75 Years and older2,085 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29,125 (98.2%)523 (1.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wellesley

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wellesley
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,749 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen6,626 (96.8%)216 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen4,509 (96.7%)154 (3.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wellesley

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wellesley
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000909 (93.5%)63 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $49,999658 (96.9%)21 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999675 (99.0%)7 (1.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,478 (97.8%)34 (2.2%)
$100,000 and over21,330 (99.0%)225 (1.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wellesley

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wellesley
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 655 (3.1%)1,694 (96.9%)
6 to 18 Years301 (4.4%)6,353 (92.8%)
19 to 25 Years146 (3.1%)4,402 (94.4%)
25 to 34 Years89 (8.1%)986 (90.1%)
35 to 44 Years68 (2.5%)2,691 (96.9%)
45 to 54 Years168 (4.0%)4,096 (97.8%)
55 to 64 Years248 (6.3%)3,707 (94.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,021 (87.2%)1,455 (62.8%)
75 Years and over2,049 (98.3%)1,485 (71.2%)
Total5,145 (17.3%)26,869 (90.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wellesley

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wellesley
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years43 (1.3%)49 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years186 (8.7%)402 (8.6%)
35 to 64 Years182 (3.5%)186 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years216 (20.1%)108 (8.7%)
75 Years and over291 (36.9%)466 (36.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wellesley

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wellesley: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)20 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years5 (0.2%)42 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years25 (0.5%)7 (0.1%)
65 to 74 Years107 (9.9%)22 (1.8%)
75 Years and over134 (17.0%)134 (10.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wellesley: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years8 (0.4%)32 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)86 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years33 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over24 (3.0%)51 (3.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wellesley: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years43 (1.3%)40 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years136 (6.4%)290 (6.2%)
35 to 64 Years108 (2.1%)42 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years35 (3.3%)37 (3.0%)
75 Years and over61 (7.7%)109 (8.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wellesley: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years45 (2.1%)25 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years64 (1.2%)92 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years69 (6.4%)65 (5.2%)
75 Years and over104 (13.2%)345 (26.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wellesley: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (0.2%)11 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years17 (0.8%)16 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years27 (0.5%)17 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years61 (5.7%)33 (2.7%)
75 Years and over33 (4.2%)133 (10.3%)

Technology Access in Wellesley

Computing Device Access in Wellesley

Computing Device Access in Wellesley
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop8,42494.1%
Smartphone8,13690.8%
Tablet7,24180.8%
No Computing Device2352.6%
Total8,956100.0%

Internet Access in Wellesley

Internet Access in Wellesley
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet270.3%
Broadband Home8,11890.6%
Cellular Data Only4054.5%
Satellite Internet1491.7%
No Internet3724.2%
Total8,956100.0%

Wellesley Summary

Wellesley, MA is a town located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It is part of the Greater Boston area and is located approximately 20 miles west of downtown Boston. As of the 2010 census, the population of Wellesley was 27,982.

History

Wellesley was first settled in 1630 and was officially incorporated in 1881. The town was named after the Wellesley family, who were prominent landowners in the area. The town was originally part of Dedham, Massachusetts, but was separated in 1779.
In the 19th century, Wellesley was a popular summer resort for wealthy Bostonians. The town was home to several large estates, including the estate of Horatio Hollis Hunnewell, which is now the site of the Wellesley College campus.

Geography

Wellesley is located in eastern Massachusetts, approximately 20 miles west of downtown Boston. It is bordered by the towns of Weston, Needham, Natick, and Newton. The town is situated on the Charles River, which forms its eastern border.
The town has a total area of 10.49 square miles, of which 10.18 square miles is land and 0.31 square miles is water. The town is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern and western parts of town.

Economy

Wellesley is a wealthy suburb of Boston and is home to many affluent residents. The town has a strong economy, with many residents employed in professional and managerial positions. The town is home to several large employers, including Wellesley College, Babson College, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
The town also has a vibrant retail sector, with many shops and restaurants located in the town center. The town is also home to several corporate headquarters, including TJX Companies, Inc., and Staples, Inc.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Wellesley was 27,982. The racial makeup of the town was 87.2% White, 4.2% Asian, 3.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.1% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
The median household income in Wellesley was $179,817 in 2018, and the median family income was $202,917. The per capita income for the town was $90,945. About 3.2% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wellesley?
Total Population of Wellesley is 29,862.
What is the Total Male Population of Wellesley?
Total Male Population of Wellesley is 13,343.
What is the Total Female Population of Wellesley?
Total Female Population of Wellesley is 16,519.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wellesley?
There are 80.77 Males per 100 Females in Wellesley.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wellesley?
There are 123.80 Females per 100 Males in Wellesley.
What is the Median Population Age in Wellesley?
Median Population Age in Wellesley is 37.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wellesley
Average Family Size in Wellesley is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wellesley
Average Household Size in Wellesley is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wellesley?
Per Capita income in Wellesley is $111,690.
What is the Median Family Income in Wellesley?
Median Family Income in Wellesley is $250,001.
What is the Median Household income in Wellesley?
Median Household Income in Wellesley is $250,001.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wellesley?
Income or Wage Gap in Wellesley is 81.7%.
Women in Wellesley earn 18.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wellesley?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wellesley is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wellesley?
There are 13,359 People in the Labor Forcein in Wellesley.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wellesley?
57.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Wellesley.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wellesley?
Unemployment Rate in Wellesley is 4.0%.