Wells County, IN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
28,261 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,741 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$180,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$446 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$643 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fort Wayne Metro Area
3
Indiana
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fort Wayne Metro Area
5
Indiana
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 24
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 2 2 38
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 5 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IN State Senate District 19, IN State House District 79, IN
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Schools

Bluffton High School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Bluffton-Harrison Elementary Sch
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Bluffton-Harrison Middle School
3 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Lancaster Central School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Huntington University
19 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Indiana Institute of Technology
24 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bluffton Regional Medical Center
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
Adams Memorial Hospital
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
Parkview Huntington Hospital
19 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Fort Wayne International Airport
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
South Bend International Airport
88 miles, N • 1.4 star
Indianapolis International Airport
91 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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