Wells township, Ohio
Wells township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wells township is a geographic entity located in Jefferson County, Ohio. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,377. The land area covers 26.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,377 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46.9 yrs | ±4.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,023 | ±188 | 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 | 1,221 | ±196 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,023 | ±188 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 198 | ±92 |
| Median Home Value | $89,400 | ±$23,767 |
| Median Gross Rent | $589 | ±$364 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,977 | ±$11,835 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,335 | ±$4,176 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% | ±11.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 432 | ±286 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,121 | ±236 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.7% | ±18.6% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF WELLS
GUS Population: 2,388 (2024)
ID: 172974
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWNSHIP FISCAL OFFICER
409 PROSPECT ST, BRILLIANT OH 43913-1218
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COUNTY OF JEFFERSON
GUS Population: 63,900 (2024)
ID: 172259
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
301 MARKET ST, 104, STEUBENVILLE OH 43952-2178
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Martins, OH | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 07-12 | Saint Clairsville, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wellsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Follansbee, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Wellsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Wellsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Follansbee, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Wellsburg, WV | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rayland, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rayland, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Trinity Health System School of Nursing
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College | 7.0 mi away | 380 Summit Ave, Steubenville, OH, 43952 |
7402837637
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BRILLIANT BRANCH
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 103 STEUBEN ST., BRILLIANT, OH, 43913 |
(740) 314-4309
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Eastern Gateway Community College
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College | 7.4 mi away | 110 John Scott Highway, Steubenville, OH, 43952-3598 |
7402645591
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BROOKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 945 MAIN STREET, WELLSBURG, WV, 26070 |
(304) 737-1551
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Franciscan University of Steubenville
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College | 8.5 mi away | 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH, 43952-1763 |
7402833771
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DILLONVALE-MOUNT PLEASANT BRANCH
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 192 COLE ST, DILLONVALE, OH, 43917 |
(740) 314-4310
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Bethany College
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College | 8.9 mi away | 31 E Campus Dr, Bethany, WV, 26032 |
3048297000
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TILTONSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 702 WALDEN AVE, TILTONSVILLE, OH, 43963 |
(740) 314-4280
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West Liberty University
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College | 9.2 mi away | 208 University Drive, West Liberty, WV, 26074 |
3043365000
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FOLLANSBEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 844 MAIN STREET, FOLLANSBEE, WV, 26037 |
(304) 527-0860
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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 WHEELING OHIO CO AP, WV US, located 7.3 miles from Wells township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.0° | 22.3° | 29.6° | 2.75" | — |
| February | 40.1° | 24.4° | 32.3° | 2.15" | — |
| March | 49.7° | 31.3° | 40.5° | 2.99" | — |
| April | 62.5° | 41.6° | 52.0° | 3.14" | — |
| May | 71.5° | 51.0° | 61.2° | 4.00" | — |
| June | 78.6° | 59.2° | 68.9° | 4.14" | — |
| July | 82.9° | 63.3° | 73.1° | 3.35" | — |
| August | 81.8° | 61.6° | 71.7° | 3.74" | — |
| September | 75.0° | 55.1° | 65.1° | 3.21" | — |
| October | 63.6° | 44.9° | 54.2° | 2.81" | — |
| November | 51.2° | 35.2° | 43.2° | 2.65" | — |
| December | 41.1° | 27.6° | 34.4° | 2.62" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Alexandria village | Village | 2.0 mi | — |
| Brilliant CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Beech Bottom village | Village | 4.4 mi | — |
| Wellsburg city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Connorville CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Mingo Junction village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3908182698. • 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.