Wells, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wells, Kansas had a total population of 10, the 710th largest community in Kansas. The poverty rate is 40.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (40.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Kansas.
Wells Quick Facts
How Wells Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Wells Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Ottawa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 2,043 | $57,702 | 10.2% | $143,800 |
| Bennington | 651 | $74,375 | 17.2% | $156,400 |
| Delphos | 320 | $58,824 | 22.5% | $63,200 |
| Tescott | 235 | $68,250 | 18.7% | $110,100 |
| Niles | 84 | N/A | 0.0% | $202,800 |
| Culver | 83 | N/A | 7.2% | N/A |
| Ada | 67 | $105,208 | 9.0% | $127,100 |
Cities Similar to Wells
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byers | 11 | $45,000 | N/A | 0.0% | 18.2% |
| Harris | 9 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Hollenberg | 9 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 44.4% |
| New Salem | 12 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cedar Point | 8 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 10, Wells's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Wells is a small community located in Kansas, within Ottawa County. The total population is 10. It ranks as the 710th most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
60.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 40.0%. This is 255% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Wells was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
60.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Wells in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 69% higher than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wells, Kansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 721 Census-designated places in Kansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Wells, Kansas?
Wells, Kansas has a population of 10 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wells, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Wells — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wells, KS?
The poverty rate in Wells is 40.0%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wells, Kansas?
Wells's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wells, KS?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Wells — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Wells, Kansas?
60.0% of adults (25+) in Wells hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.