Wells County's 2026 population is estimated at 29,122, reflecting a 0.56% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wells County is the 56th largest county in Indiana. The 2010 population was 27,680 and has grown 5.21% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.8 years
Female: 40.9 years
Male: 38.6 years
There are 21,406 adults, (5,299 of whom are seniors) in Wells County.
Female: 14,220 (50%)
Male: 14,200 (50%)
The racial composition of Wells County includes 92.57% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,309 | 92.57% |
| Two or more races | 984 | 3.46% |
| Other race | 748 | 2.63% |
| Black or African American | 283 | 1% |
| Asian | 64 | 0.23% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 30 | 0.11% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.01% |
Wells County 's average per capita income is $46,359. Household income levels show a median of $71,957. The poverty rate stands at 7.16%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,944 | - |
| Families | $88,148 | $110,229 |
| Households | $71,957 | $88,952 |
| Non Families | $39,848 | $47,140 |
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