Wells

Census-designated place in Hamilton County, New York

Aerial view of Wells, New York
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Wells is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Hamilton County, New York, with 531 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,007 ft (307 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Speculator, 13.3 miles N.

About Wells

Wells is a census-designated place (CDP) in the town of Wells, Hamilton County, New York, United States. It is within the Adirondack Park.

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Median household income
$87,946
Median home value
$272,900
Median age
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Wells, NY population

Wells had 531 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census531
Density69 per sq mi (27 per km²)

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

Wells at a glance

StateNew York (NY)
CountyHamilton County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population531 (2020)
Land area7.72 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Water area0.62 sq mi (1.62 km²)
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Coordinates43.3874° N, 74.3009° W
ZIP code12190
Census code (GEOID)3679048

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 Hamilton County, New York.

What is the population of Wells, NY?

531 people lived in Wells at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Wells, NY?

The ZIP code of Wells is 12190.

What is the elevation of Wells?

1,007 feet (307 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Wells?

Speculator (13.3 mi), Northville (13.6 mi), Caroga Lake (19.7 mi), Mayfield (19.8 mi), Lake Luzerne (23.3 mi).

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