Wells, Maine is a vibrant and lively town located on the Atlantic coast. The population of Wells is 11,156 according to the latest census. It has a population density of 188 people per square mile, which is higher than the US average of 93 per square mile. Wells is home to many businesses, outdoor activities, organizations, and sports events. Popular local businesses include Buckley's Great Steaks restaurant, Wells Beach Market & Deli, Sandpiper Donuts & Ice Cream Shop, and The Homestead at Wells Beach Resort. Outdoor activities enjoyed by locals and visitors alike are fishing in the area lakes and rivers or sunbathing on any of the beautiful sandy beaches in Southern Maine. There are numerous organizations which support the community such as the Wells-Ogunquit Center at Moody Community Education & Recreation department. For sports fans, the town hosts an annual 10K race at Wells High School every summer as well as various other sporting events throughout year. This gives residents plenty of opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy all that Wells has to offer!
The population in Wells is 11,156. There are 194 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Wells is 50.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Wells is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Wells
- 57.7% are married
- 12.0% are divorced
- 25.7% are married with children
- 9.0% have children, but are single
Race in Wells
- 96.3% are White
- 0.6% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander