Wells CDP, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wells CDP, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Wells CDP, New York has a total population of 597, the 1010th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $78,047, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.2%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.2% — among the lowest in New York.
Unemployment rate of 12.0% is notably above the national average.

Wells CDP Quick Facts

Population 597

Median Household Income $78,047

Median Home Value $252,900

Poverty Rate 4.2%

Unemployment Rate 12.0%

Median Age 54.3 years

Homeownership Rate 89.0%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.3%

High School Graduation Rate 76.7%

Diversity Index 8/100

Population 597 1010th of 1,287

Median Income $78,047 average

Poverty Rate 4.2% 66% lower national

Median Home Value $252,900 average

How Wells CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Wells CDP

$78,047

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wells CDP

$252,900

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.2%

$25K-$50K 27.2%

$50K-$100K 39.3%

$100K+ 29.3%

Employment

12.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

47.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.0%

Renter 11.0%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.6%

18-34

11.6%

35-54

21.1%

55-74

44.0%

75+

3.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Wells CDP Rankings in New York

#1010 Population of 1,287

#664 Median Income of 1,287

#1101 Education of 1,287

#580 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Wells CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Paul Smiths CDP	594	N/A	N/A	100.0%	N/A
South Cairo CDP	601	N/A	$165,400	5.1%	14.8%
Leicester village	593	$78,333	$133,900	26.0%	20.0%
Riverside village	591	$76,071	$113,800	18.3%	14.2%
Stannards CDP	606	$74,479	$114,800	19.4%	2.5%

Population Overview

Wells CDP is a small community located in New York. The total population is 597. It ranks as the 1010th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wells CDP is 54.3 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wells CDP is $78,047. This is 8% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is about average. The poverty rate stands at 4.2%. This is 69% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 12.0%. This is 93% higher than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $252,900. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 89.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 64% higher than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Wells CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.0% vs 53.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 19.6%.

Education

17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 76.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wells CDP, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,287 Census-designated places in New York. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Wells CDP, New York?

Wells CDP, New York has a population of 597 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Wells CDP, NY?

The median household income in Wells CDP is $78,047, which is about average the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wells CDP, NY?

The poverty rate in Wells CDP is 4.2%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wells CDP, New York?

Wells CDP's population is 96.0% White, 0.0% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Wells CDP, NY?

The median home value in Wells CDP is $252,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Wells CDP, New York?

17.3% of adults (25+) in Wells CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.