Wells, TX
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
741
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
2.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$64,250
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$100,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$445
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$520
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Cherokee County
5
Jacksonville Urban Area
5
Texas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Cherokee County
5
Jacksonville Urban Area
5
Texas
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Feb | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 79 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 82 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 83 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 67 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 57 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 48 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.
Liberal (26%) (73%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 78%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 6, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 8, TXSchools
Wells El
<1 miles, SE
•
2.3
Wells Hs
<1 miles, SE
•
2.3
Central El
8 miles, SE
•
2.8
Central Hs
9 miles, SE
•
2.8
Colleges
Academy of Hair Design-Lufkin
18 miles, SE
•
1
Angelina College
19 miles, S
•
1.4
Stephen F Austin State University
20 miles, E
•
2.3
Hospitals
Woodland Heights Medical Center
16 miles, S
•
4.1
Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Lufkin
16 miles, SE
•
3.2
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Lufkin Llc
18 miles, S
Memorial Hospital
20 miles, E
•
3.2
Airports
East Texas Regional Airport
63 miles, NE
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1
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
65 miles, N
•
1
Shreveport Regional Airport
93 miles, NE
•
1.4
Easterwood Field
104 miles, W
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1