Wells

Town in York County, Maine

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Wells is a town in York County, Maine, with 11,314 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 177 ft (54 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Kennebunk, 5.7 miles NE.

About Wells

Wells is a town in York County, Maine, United States. Founded in 1643, it is the third-oldest town in Maine. The population was 11,314 at the 2020 census. Wells Beach is a popular summer destination.

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Median household income
$88,024
Median home value
$485,300
Median rent
$1,350/mo
Median age
53.6
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Wells, ME population

Wells had 11,314 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census11,314
Density196 per sq mi (76 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Wells at a glance

StateMaine (ME)
CountyYork County
TypeTown
Population11,314 (2020)
Land area57.66 sq mi (149.3 km²)
Water area16.06 sq mi (41.58 km²)
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates43.3112° N, 70.6326° W
ZIP codes04090, 03907
Official websitewellstown.org
Census code (GEOID)2303181475

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Wells

What county is Wells in?

Wells is in York County, Maine.

What is the population of Wells, ME?

11,314 people lived in Wells at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Wells, ME?

The main ZIP code is 04090. Other ZIP codes: 03907.

What is the elevation of Wells?

177 feet (54 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Wells?

Kennebunk (5.7 mi), Ogunquit (6.0 mi), West Kennebunk (7.6 mi), North Berwick (7.9 mi), South Berwick (8.2 mi).

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