Wells, MN
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Wells Overview
2,278
TOTAL POPULATION
1,199
MALE POPULATION
1,079
FEMALE POPULATION
111.12
MALES / 100 FEMALES
89.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.0
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,362
PER CAPITA INCOME
$64,408
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,337
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,102
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Wells Zip Codes
Wells Area Codes
Race in Wells
The most populous races in Wells are White / Caucasian (2,025 | 88.9%), Two or more Races (166 | 7.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (161 | 7.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 36 | 1.6% |
| Black / African American | 23 | 1.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 161 | 7.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 18 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,025 | 88.9% |
| Two or more Races | 166 | 7.3% |
| Some other Race | 10 | 0.4% |
| Total | 2,278 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Wells
The most populous ancestries reported in Wells are German (1,004 | 44.1%), Irish (231 | 10.1%), Norwegian (206 | 9.0%), Polish (156 | 6.9%), and English (153 | 6.7%), together accounting for 76.8% of all Wells residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 46 | 2.0% |
| Belgian | 4 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 6 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 2 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 11 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 6 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 57 | 2.5% |
| Dutch | 24 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 11 | 0.5% |
| English | 153 | 6.7% |
| European | 33 | 1.5% |
| French | 66 | 2.9% |
| German | 1,004 | 44.1% |
| Irish | 231 | 10.1% |
| Italian | 28 | 1.2% |
| Kiowa | 4 | 0.2% |
| Korean | 30 | 1.3% |
| Malaysian | 25 | 1.1% |
| Mexican | 118 | 5.2% |
| Northern European | 8 | 0.4% |
| Norwegian | 206 | 9.0% |
| Pakistani | 25 | 1.1% |
| Polish | 156 | 6.9% |
| Puerto Rican | 43 | 1.9% |
| Scandinavian | 31 | 1.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 18 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 12 | 0.5% |
| Sioux | 9 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 86 | 3.8% |
| Swiss | 6 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 33 | 1.5% | View All 31 Rows |
Immigrants in Wells
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wells came from Asia (30 | 1.3%), South Eastern Asia (24 | 1.1%), Philippines (17 | 0.7%), Central America (14 | 0.6%), and Latin America (14 | 0.6%), together accounting for 4.3% of all Wells residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 30 | 1.3% |
| Central America | 14 | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 6 | 0.3% |
| Korea | 6 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 14 | 0.6% |
| Mexico | 14 | 0.6% |
| Philippines | 17 | 0.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 24 | 1.1% |
| Thailand | 7 | 0.3% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Wells
Sex and Age in Wells
The most populous age groups in Wells are 70 to 74 Years (110 | 9.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (165 | 15.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 84 (7.0%) | 62 (5.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 102 (8.5%) | 51 (4.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 79 (6.6%) | 39 (3.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 66 (5.5%) | 45 (4.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 62 (5.2%) | 105 (9.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 81 (6.8%) | 26 (2.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 47 (3.9%) | 69 (6.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 88 (7.3%) | 46 (4.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 40 (3.3%) | 26 (2.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 60 (5.0%) | 41 (3.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 34 (2.8%) | 71 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 54 (4.5%) | 44 (4.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 93 (7.8%) | 165 (15.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 81 (6.8%) | 92 (8.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 110 (9.2%) | 72 (6.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 44 (3.7%) | 33 (3.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 25 (2.1%) | 54 (5.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 49 (4.1%) | 38 (3.5%) |
| Total | 1,199 (100.0%) | 1,079 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Wells
Median Family Size in Wells
The median family size in Wells is 2.69 persons per family, with single female/mother families (68 | 11.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.15 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (476 | 77.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.60 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 476 (77.9%) | 2.60 |
| Single Male/Father | 67 (11.0%) | 2.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 68 (11.1%) | 3.15 |
| Total Families | 611 (100.0%) | 2.69 |
Median Household Size in Wells
The median household size in Wells is 2.16 persons per household, with single female/mother households (68 | 6.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.5 persons per household. non-family households (420 | 40.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 476 (46.2%) | 2.61 |
| Single Male/Father | 67 (6.5%) | 2.97 |
| Single Female/Mother | 68 (6.6%) | 3.50 |
| Non-family | 420 (40.7%) | 1.31 |
| Total Households | 1,031 (100.0%) | 2.16 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wells
Out of a total of 1,031 households in Wells, 611 (59.3%) are family households, while 420 (40.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 323, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 332.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 332 (32.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 323 (31.3%) | 88 (8.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 131 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 97 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 60 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 611 (59.3%) | 420 (40.7%) |
Female Fertility in Wells
Fertility by Age in Wells
Average fertility rate in Wells is 80.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 120.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 80.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 24 (80.0%) | 120.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (20.0%) | 47.0 |
| Total | 30 (100.0%) | 80.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wells
73.3% of women with births (30) in Wells are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 33.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 16 (66.7%) | 8 (33.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (73.3%) | 8 (26.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Wells
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 8 (26.7%) | 83.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22 (73.3%) | 176.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 30 (100.0%) | 80.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wells
26.7% of women with births in Wells are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (73.3%) | 8 (26.7%) |
Income in Wells
Income Overview in Wells
Per Capita Income in Wells is $29,362, while median incomes of families and households are $64,408 and $55,337 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,278 | $29,362 |
| Median Family Income | 611 | $64,408 |
| Mean Family Income | 611 | $76,007 |
| Median Household Income | 1,031 | $55,337 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,031 | $63,851 |
| Income Deficit | 611 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,278 | 52.87% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,278 | 47.13¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,278 | 0.37 |
Earnings by Sex in Wells
Average Earnings in Wells are $39,509, $52,404 for men and $24,697 for women, a difference of 52.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 562 (51.1%) | $52,404 |
| Female | 538 (48.9%) | $24,697 |
| Total | 1,100 (100.0%) | $39,509 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wells
The most common earnings brackets in Wells are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (100 | 17.8%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (80 | 14.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 20 (3.6%) | 29 (5.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 10 (1.8%) | 14 (2.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 6 (1.1%) | 21 (3.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (7.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 20 (3.6%) | 19 (3.5%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 4 (0.7%) | 34 (6.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.9%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 17 (3.0%) | 31 (5.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 31 (5.5%) | 45 (8.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 8 (1.4%) | 33 (6.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 28 (5.0%) | 37 (6.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 30 (5.3%) | 19 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 2 (0.4%) | 56 (10.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 41 (7.3%) | 80 (14.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 39 (6.9%) | 29 (5.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 58 (10.3%) | 11 (2.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 100 (17.8%) | 18 (3.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 24 (4.3%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 48 (8.5%) | 7 (1.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 76 (13.5%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Total | 562 (100.0%) | 538 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wells
Average earnings in Wells are $54,844 for men and $24,167 for women, a difference of 55.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $85,000, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $47,014. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $48,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $20,000.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $51,071 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $47,014 | $20,000 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,750 | $25,833 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $60,461 | $27,917 |
| Graduate Degree | $85,000 | $48,750 |
| Total | $54,844 | $24,167 |
Family Income in Wells
Family Income Brackets in Wells
According to the Wells family income data, there are 164 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.8% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 13 | 2.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 32 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 59 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 94 | 15.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 164 | 26.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 108 | 17.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 106 | 17.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15 | 2.5% |
| $200,000+ | 20 | 3.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wells
5-person families (54 | 8.8%) account for the highest median family income in Wells with $105,833 per family, while 2-person families (329 | 53.8%) have the highest median income of $33,918 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 329 (53.8%) | $67,837 |
| 3-Person Families | 153 (25.0%) | $58,686 |
| 4-Person Families | 75 (12.3%) | $50,625 |
| 5-Person Families | 54 (8.8%) | $105,833 |
| 6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 611 (100.0%) | $64,408 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Wells
The median family income in Wells is $64,408, with families comprising 3+ earners (26) having the highest median family income of $141,250, while families with no earners (140) have the lowest median family income of $41,890, accounting for 4.3% and 22.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 140 (22.9%) | $41,890 |
| 1 Earner | 211 (34.5%) | $58,042 |
| 2 Earners | 234 (38.3%) | $89,545 |
| 3+ Earners | 26 (4.3%) | $141,250 |
| Total | 611 (100.0%) | $64,408 |
Household Income in Wells
Household Income Brackets in Wells
With 204 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Wells, accounting for 19.8% of all households. In contrast, only 15 households (1.5%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 67 | 6.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 26 | 2.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 82 | 8.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 100 | 9.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 194 | 18.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 204 | 19.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 178 | 17.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 145 | 14.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15 | 1.5% |
| $200,000+ | 20 | 1.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Wells
The median household income in Wells is $55,337, with the highest median household income of $80,368 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 255 households (24.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,440, with 363 households (35.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 79 (7.7%) | $67,875 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 255 (24.7%) | $80,368 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 334 (32.4%) | $50,750 |
| 65+ Years | 363 (35.2%) | $41,440 |
| Total | 1,031 (100.0%) | $55,337 |
Poverty in Wells
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wells
With 7.3% poverty level for males and 19.2% for females among the residents of Wells, 12 to 14 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 6 males (25.0%) and 15 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 9 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 6 (25.0%) | 22 (78.6%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 4 (4.8%) | 42 (32.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 10 (7.8%) | 14 (14.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 15 (11.7%) | 14 (19.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2 (2.1%) | 26 (23.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 29 (19.7%) | 34 (17.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.7%) | 17 (10.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (5.7%) | 17 (16.0%) |
| Total | 86 (7.3%) | 201 (19.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wells
According to the poverty statistics in Wells, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 84 (100.0%) | 62 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 13 (100.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 135 (93.8%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 18 (75.0%) | 6 (21.4%) |
| 15 Years | 21 (100.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 80 (95.2%) | 86 (67.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 118 (92.2%) | 81 (85.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 113 (88.3%) | 58 (80.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 92 (97.9%) | 86 (76.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 118 (80.3%) | 164 (82.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 179 (97.3%) | 147 (89.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 100 (94.3%) | 89 (84.0%) |
| Total | 1,094 (92.7%) | 848 (80.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wells
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wells show that 3.8% or 18 of the total 476 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 7.0%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 321 (97.0%) | 10 (3.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 107 (93.0%) | 8 (7.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 458 (96.2%) | 18 (3.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wells
According to the poverty data in Wells, 7.5% or 5 single-father households and 13.2% or 9 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (50.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (16.4%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 5 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (16.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (7.5%) | 9 (13.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wells
The poverty data for Wells shows that 18 of the married-couple family households (3.8%) and 14 of the single-parent households (10.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (7.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (21.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 10 (3.0%) | 5 (21.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (7.0%) | 9 (8.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 18 (3.8%) | 14 (10.4%) |
Employment Characteristics in Wells
Employment by Class of Employer in Wells
Among the 1,057 employed individuals in Wells, private company employees (712 | 67.4%), not-for-profit organizations (140 | 13.3%), and local government employees (81 | 7.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 712 | 67.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 21 | 2.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 54 | 5.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 140 | 13.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 81 | 7.7% |
| State Government Employees | 44 | 4.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 5 | 0.5% |
| Total | 1,057 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Wells
According to the labor force statistics for Wells, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,833), 60.1% or 1,102 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 39 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 95.2% or 159 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.1% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 33 (39.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 159 (95.2%) | 4 (2.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 101 (94.4%) | 5 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 107 (92.2%) | 16 (15.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 162 (81.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 168 (81.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 82 (83.7%) | 14 (17.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 171 (66.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 97 (27.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,102 (60.1%) | 39 (3.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wells
According to labor force statistics for Wells, 80.3% of individuals (791) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (985) are in the labor force, with 4.4% or 35 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 97.2% or 208 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.6% or 20 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 53 (64.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 167 (59.2%) | 8 (3.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 363 (89.2%) | 11 (2.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 208 (97.2%) | 21 (9.6%) |
| Total | 791 (80.3%) | 43 (4.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Wells
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wells are Community & Social Service (168 | 15.8%), Management (108 | 10.2%), Education Instruction & Library (79 | 7.4%), Education, Arts & Media (44 | 4.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (44 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wells, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (65.9%), Management (59.3%), and Community & Social Service (28.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 64 (59.3%) | 44 (40.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 47 (28.0%) | 121 (72.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 29 (65.9%) | 15 (34.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 18 (22.8%) | 61 (77.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 111 (33.1%) | 224 (66.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (50.4%) | 527 (49.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Wells are Healthcare Support (68 | 6.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (28 | 2.6%), Security & Protection (25 | 2.4%), Law Enforcement (25 | 2.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (14 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Wells, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (78.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (78.6%), and Personal Care & Service (66.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 22 (78.6%) | 6 (21.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 3 (21.4%) | 11 (78.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 4 (33.3%) | 8 (66.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 54 (36.7%) | 93 (63.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (50.4%) | 527 (49.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wells are Office & Administration (160 | 15.1%), and Sales & Related (73 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 38 (52.0%) | 35 (47.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 8 (5.0%) | 152 (95.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 46 (19.7%) | 187 (80.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (50.4%) | 527 (49.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wells are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (58 | 5.5%), Construction & Extraction (54 | 5.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (37 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 58 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 149 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (50.4%) | 527 (49.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wells are Production (79 | 7.4%), Material Moving (72 | 6.8%), and Transportation (47 | 4.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 67 (84.8%) | 12 (15.2%) |
| Transportation | 43 (91.5%) | 4 (8.5%) |
| Material Moving | 65 (90.3%) | 7 (9.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 175 (88.4%) | 23 (11.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 535 (50.4%) | 527 (49.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Wells
Employment Industries in Wells
The major employment industries in Wells include Manufacturing (205 | 19.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (159 | 15.0%), Construction (118 | 11.1%), Educational Services (100 | 9.4%), and Retail Trade (75 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wells
The Wells industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Manufacturing (79.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (93.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 85 (72.0%) | 33 (28.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 163 (79.5%) | 42 (20.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 48 (64.0%) | 27 (36.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 17 (70.8%) | 7 (29.2%) |
| Utilities | 15 (68.2%) | 7 (31.8%) |
| Information | 14 (73.7%) | 5 (26.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 5 (14.3%) | 30 (85.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 8 (40.0%) | 12 (60.0%) |
| Educational Services | 22 (22.0%) | 78 (78.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 11 (6.9%) | 148 (93.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 10 (41.7%) | 14 (58.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 13 (36.1%) | 23 (63.9%) |
| Public Administration | 25 (73.5%) | 9 (26.5%) |
| Total | 535 (50.4%) | 527 (49.6%) |
Education in Wells
School Enrollment in Wells
The most common levels of schooling among the 407 students in Wells are elementary school (114 | 28.0%), high school (95 | 23.3%), and middle school (69 | 17.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 29 | 7.1% |
| Kindergarten | 44 | 10.8% |
| Elementary School | 114 | 28.0% |
| Middle School | 69 | 17.0% |
| High School | 95 | 23.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 51 | 12.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 5 | 1.2% |
| Total | 407 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wells
Out of a total of 407 students who are enrolled in schools in Wells, 9 (2.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 398 (97.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 9 (56.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 144 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 7 (43.8%) | 9 (56.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 144 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 398 (97.8%) | 9 (2.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wells
Education (105 | 27.8%), business (89 | 23.5%), liberal arts & history (39 | 10.3%), science & technology (33 | 8.7%), and arts & humanities (33 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 378 individuals in Wells who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 14 | 3.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 13 | 3.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 27 | 7.1% |
| Social Sciences | 9 | 2.4% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 33 | 8.7% |
| Business | 89 | 23.5% |
| Education | 105 | 27.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 5 | 1.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 39 | 10.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 5 | 1.3% |
| Communications | 6 | 1.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 33 | 8.7% |
| Total | 378 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Wells
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wells
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wells are males with 2 vehicles (331, accounting for 62.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (216, making up 62.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 10 (1.9%) | 30 (5.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 71 (13.4%) | 148 (28.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 331 (62.5%) | 216 (41.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 82 (15.5%) | 77 (14.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 29 (5.5%) | 44 (8.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 7 (1.3%) | 12 (2.3%) |
| Total | 530 (100.0%) | 527 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Wells
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wells are 5 to 9 minutes (337 commuters, 34.2%), less than 5 minutes (224 commuters, 22.7%), and 30 to 34 minutes (109 commuters, 11.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 224 | 22.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 337 | 34.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 76 | 7.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 47 | 4.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 37 | 3.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 32 | 3.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 109 | 11.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 26 | 2.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 90 | 9.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 5 | 0.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 3 | 0.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Wells
The most common commute times in Wells are 5 to 9 minutes (210 commuters, 40.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (127 commuters, 26.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 103 (20.1%) | 121 (25.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 210 (40.9%) | 127 (26.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 49 (9.6%) | 27 (5.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (9.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 10 (1.9%) | 27 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 18 (3.5%) | 14 (3.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 87 (17.0%) | 22 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 7 (1.4%) | 19 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 24 (4.7%) | 66 (14.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 5 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.6%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wells
The most frequent times of departure to work in Wells are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (119, 23.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (108, 22.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 59 (11.5%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 24 (4.7%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 14 (2.7%) | 12 (2.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 53 (10.3%) | 14 (3.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 95 (18.5%) | 70 (14.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 119 (23.2%) | 82 (17.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 67 (13.1%) | 108 (22.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 35 (6.8%) | 83 (17.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 5 (1.0%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 17 (3.3%) | 10 (2.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (2.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (5.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 11 (2.1%) | 29 (6.1%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 14 (2.7%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| Total | 513 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Wells
Occupancy by Ownership in Wells
Of the total 1,031 dwellings in Wells, owner-occupied units account for 821 (79.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 210 (20.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 821 | 79.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 210 | 20.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,031 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Wells
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 332 | 32.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 411 | 39.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 131 | 12.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 157 | 15.2% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,031 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wells
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 199 (59.9%) | 133 (40.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 388 (94.4%) | 23 (5.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 114 (87.0%) | 17 (13.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 120 (76.4%) | 37 (23.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 821 (79.6%) | 210 (20.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wells
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 30 (41.1%) | 43 (58.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 331 (85.5%) | 56 (14.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 316 (83.4%) | 63 (16.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 144 (75.0%) | 48 (25.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wells
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 194 | 18.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 140 | 13.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 115 | 11.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 219 | 21.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 221 | 21.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 85 | 8.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 57 | 5.5% |
| Total | 1,031 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Wells
Median Income by Occupancy in Wells
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 821 (79.6%) | $59,861 |
| Renter-Occupied | 210 (20.4%) | $41,176 |
| Average | 1,031 (100.0%) | $55,337 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wells
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 13 (1.6%) | 32 (15.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 12 (1.5%) | 10 (4.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 19 (2.3%) | 7 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 16 (1.9%) | 11 (5.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 41 (5.0%) | 14 (6.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 80 (9.7%) | 20 (9.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 150 (18.3%) | 44 (20.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 171 (20.8%) | 33 (15.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 145 (17.7%) | 33 (15.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 139 (16.9%) | 6 (2.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 35 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 821 (100.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wells
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 28 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 217 (26.4%) | 20 (9.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 220 (26.8%) | 113 (53.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 138 (16.8%) | 10 (4.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 133 (16.2%) | 20 (9.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 69 (8.4%) | 6 (2.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 10 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 2 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 4 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 821 (100.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Wells
Housing Structures in Wells
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 914 | 88.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 6 | 0.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 37 | 3.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 29 | 2.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 39 | 3.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,031 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wells
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 805 (88.1%) | 109 (11.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 3 (50.0%) | 3 (50.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 7 (18.9%) | 30 (81.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 821 (79.6%) | 210 (20.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wells
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 23 (2.8%) | 33 (15.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 178 (21.7%) | 105 (50.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 353 (43.0%) | 25 (11.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 267 (32.5%) | 47 (22.4%) |
| Total | 821 (100.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wells
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 762 (92.8%) | 149 (71.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 19 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 37 (4.5%) | 47 (22.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (2.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 3 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (4.3%) |
| Total | 821 (100.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Wells
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 27 (3.3%) | 42 (20.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 181 (22.1%) | 92 (43.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 453 (55.2%) | 65 (30.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 160 (19.5%) | 11 (5.2%) |
| Total | 821 (100.0%) | 210 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Wells
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wells
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 396 | 425 |
| Median Property Value | $75,200 | $108,700 |
| Median Household Income | $41,250 | $30 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $453 | $4 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,207 | $4 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wells
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 82 (20.7%) | 25 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 179 (45.2%) | 174 (40.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 109 (27.5%) | 203 (47.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 23 (5.8%) | 23 (5.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 3 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 396 (100.0%) | 425 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wells
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 20 (5.1%) | 6 (1.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 48 (12.1%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 54 (13.6%) | 28 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 119 (30.0%) | 26 (6.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 75 (18.9%) | 31 (7.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 45 (11.4%) | 96 (22.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 30 (7.6%) | 100 (23.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 5 (1.3%) | 109 (25.7%) |
| Total | 396 (100.0%) | 425 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wells
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 227 (57.3%) | 87,841 (20,668.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 73 (18.4%) | 309 (72.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 43 (10.9%) | 27 (6.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 53 (13.4%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| Total | 396 (100.0%) | 425 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wells
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 61 (15.4%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 188 (47.5%) | 43 (10.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 147 (37.1%) | 220 (51.8%) |
| Total | 396 (100.0%) | 425 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Wells
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wells
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 327 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 215 (95.6%) | 10 (4.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 189 (95.5%) | 9 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 200 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 206 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 345 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 348 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 212 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,210 (99.2%) | 19 (0.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wells
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 327 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 215 (95.6%) | 10 (4.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wells
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 275 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 515 (97.5%) | 13 (2.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 459 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 493 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 468 (98.7%) | 6 (1.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wells
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 76 (45.2%) | 112 (66.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 133 (40.7%) | 232 (71.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 44 (19.6%) | 179 (79.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 32 (16.2%) | 157 (79.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 50 (25.0%) | 150 (75.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 51 (24.8%) | 163 (79.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 78 (22.6%) | 290 (84.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 334 (96.0%) | 234 (67.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 212 (100.0%) | 143 (67.4%) |
| Total | 1,010 (45.3%) | 1,660 (74.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wells
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 37 (17.4%) | 30 (13.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (11.9%) | 85 (22.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 41 (22.3%) | 31 (18.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 58 (54.7%) | 51 (48.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wells
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 15 (4.1%) | 32 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (13.0%) | 11 (6.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (31.1%) | 5 (4.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (8.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 10 (2.7%) | 12 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (4.3%) | 6 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (9.2%) | 63 (16.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (8.2%) | 20 (12.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (37.7%) | 29 (27.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9 (2.4%) | 39 (10.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (7.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (17.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Wells
Computing Device Access in Wells
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 741 | 71.9% |
| Smartphone | 818 | 79.3% |
| Tablet | 636 | 61.7% |
| No Computing Device | 89 | 8.6% |
| Total | 1,031 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Wells
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 742 | 72.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 54 | 5.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 60 | 5.8% |
| No Internet | 205 | 19.9% |
| Total | 1,031 | 100.0% |
Wells Summary
Wells is a city located in Faribault County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,302 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Faribault County.
History
The city of Wells was founded in 1856 by settlers from New York and New England. The city was named after the Wells family, who were among the first settlers. The city was incorporated in 1872.
In the late 19th century, Wells was a major center for the lumber industry. The city was also home to a number of manufacturing businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a brickyard.
Geography
Wells is located at the intersection of Interstate 35 and U.S. Highway 14. The city is situated on the Cannon River, which flows through the city. Wells is located approximately 50 miles south of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The city has a total area of 1 2 square miles all of which is land
Economy
The economy of Wells is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to a number of manufacturing businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, and a brickyard.
The city is also home to a number of retail businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a variety of restaurants.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,302 people, 545 households, and 339 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,072.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 545 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.3% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.02.
The median age in the city was 39.3 years. 24.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.2% were from 25 to 44; 24.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Wells?
Total Population of Wells is 2,278.
What is the Total Male Population of Wells?
Total Male Population of Wells is 1,199.
What is the Total Female Population of Wells?
Total Female Population of Wells is 1,079.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wells?
There are 111.12 Males per 100 Females in Wells.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wells?
There are 89.99 Females per 100 Males in Wells.
What is the Median Population Age in Wells?
Median Population Age in Wells is 46.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wells
Average Family Size in Wells is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wells
Average Household Size in Wells is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wells?
Per Capita income in Wells is $29,362.
What is the Median Family Income in Wells?
Median Family Income in Wells is $64,408.
What is the Median Household income in Wells?
Median Household Income in Wells is $55,337.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wells?
Income or Wage Gap in Wells is 52.9%.
Women in Wells earn 47.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wells?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wells is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wells?
There are 1,102 People in the Labor Forcein in Wells.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wells?
60.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Wells.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wells?
Unemployment Rate in Wells is 3.5%.