Wellesley, MA
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Wellesley, Massachusetts Summary
Life in Wellesley research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Wellesley over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Wellesley:
The population in Wellesley is 29,365.
The median home value in Wellesley is $1,251,800.
The median income in Wellesley is $226,250.
The cost of living in Wellesley is 216 which is 2.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Wellesley is $2,329.
The unemployment rate in Wellesley is 5.2%.
The poverty rate in Wellesley is 4.9%.
Table Of Contents
Wellesley SnackAbility
7.5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8.5/10
Housing
10
Affordability
8
Diversity
8
Safety
9
Amenities
9
Education
9.5
Commute
5
Wellesley, MA Crime Report
137
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
436.9
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-81.20%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Wellesley / 100k People |
Massachusetts / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 137 | 436.9 | 1,362.0 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 19 | 60.6 | 308.8 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.3 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 1 | 3.2 | 43.7 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 13 | 41.5 | 235.9 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 118 | 376.3 | 1,053.2 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 15 | 47.8 | 149.7 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 101 | 322.1 | 804.3 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 2 | 6.4 | 99.2 | 282.7 |
Wellesley, MA Cost Of Living
216
Wellesley's Overall Cost Of Living
Wellesley's Overall Cost Of Living
2.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Wellesley | Massachusetts | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 216 | 143 | 100 | |
| Services | 130 | 126 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 109 | 108 | 100 | |
| Health | 122 | 117 | 100 | |
| Housing | 432 | 202 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 115 | 114 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 119 | 123 | 100 | |
Wellesley, MA Photos
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Rankings for Wellesley in Massachusetts
Map Of Wellesley, MA
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Population over time in Wellesley
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 28,747 | -1.6% |
| 2020 | 29,201 | 0.7% |
| 2019 | 29,004 | 0.3% |
| 2018 | 28,909 | 0.3% |
| 2017 | 28,832 | -0.1% |
| 2016 | 28,858 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 28,504 | 1.1% |
| 2014 | 28,188 | 1.3% |
| 2013 | 27,818 | 0.7% |
| 2012 | 27,623 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Wellesley
| Race | Wellesley | MA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 74.7% | 69.7% | 59.4% |
| African American | 2.5% | 6.7% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 13.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 4.2% | 3.4% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 4.9% | 12.4% | 18.4% |
Gender in Wellesley
| Gender | Wellesley | MA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.7% | 51.2% | 50.5% |
| Male | 43.3% | 48.8% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Wellesley for adults over 25
| Education | Wellesley | MA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | -0.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 5.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 6.0% | 15.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 3.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 32.0% | 25.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 31.0% | 14.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 14.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 8.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Wellesley, Massachusetts
| Income | Wellesley | MA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.2% | 4.8% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.0% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.0% | 6.4% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2.5% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 3.1% | 8.5% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 7.8% | 13.5% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 5.4% | 11.7% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.7% | 17.8% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.7% | 11.1% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 55.7% | 16.3% | 9.5% |
