Wells town, New York
Wells town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wells town is a geographic entity located in Hamilton County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 653. The land area covers 176.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 653 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 59.8 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 278 | ±50 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 785 | ±68 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 278 | ±50 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 507 | ±61 |
| Median Home Value | $268,600 | ±$44,724 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,286 | ±$31,007 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,592 | ±$7,460 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.6% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 31 | ±18 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% | ±8.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 221 | ±61 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.1% | ±2.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 668 (2024)
ID: 109648
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 205, WELLS NY 12190-0205
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GUS Population: 5,082 (2024)
ID: 170421
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 205, LAKE PLEASANT NY 12108-0205
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Education
Listing 2 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SPECULATOR, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | WELLS, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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TOWN OF LAKE PLEASANT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 2864 STATE HWY 8, SPECULATOR, NY, 12164 |
(518) 548-4411
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STONY CREEK FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 37 HARRISBURG ROAD, STONY CREEK, NY, 12878 |
(518) 696-5911
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NORTHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 341 SOUTH THIRD STREET, NORTHVILLE, NY, 12134 |
(518) 863-6922
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TOWN OF INDIAN LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 113 PELON ROAD, INDIAN LAKE, NY, 12842 |
(518) 648-5444
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TOWN OF JOHNSBURG LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 219 MAIN STREET, NORTH CREEK, NY, 12853 |
(518) 251-4343
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ROCKWELL FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 19 MAIN STREET, LAKE LUZERNE, NY, 12846 |
(518) 696-3423
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at INDIAN LAKE 2SW, NY US, located 19.3 miles from Wells town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4° | 5.8° | 15.6° | 3.03" | 23.4" |
| February | 27.9° | 6.7° | 17.3° | 2.52" | 22.8" |
| March | 36.2° | 15.1° | 25.6° | 3.16" | 18.0" |
| April | 49.2° | 28.0° | 38.6° | 3.70" | 4.5" |
| May | 62.9° | 39.6° | 51.3° | 3.93" | 0.3" |
| June | 70.6° | 49.3° | 59.9° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| July | 74.6° | 53.9° | 64.3° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| August | 73.3° | 52.6° | 63.0° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| September | 66.7° | 45.4° | 56.1° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.0° | 34.8° | 44.4° | 4.51" | 1.1" |
| November | 41.3° | 25.2° | 33.3° | 3.47" | 8.2" |
| December | 30.6° | 14.1° | 22.4° | 3.41" | 23.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wells CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Speculator village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Northville village | Village | 18.8 mi | — |
| North Creek CDP | CDP | 21.1 mi | — |
| Lake Luzerne CDP | CDP | 24.4 mi | — |
| Hadley CDP | CDP | 24.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3604179059. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.